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to Mrs. M. S. Kell

Future Confederate Raider writes of first experiences on board ship a month after his entering the Navy.

GLC08142

to George W. Cullum

Prominent South Carolinian writes of the secession of that state and the dissolution of the Union

GLC08143

to Louisa (sister)

Va. militia Col. re: seeing Alabama Governor and troops, and mentioning Davis' Inauguration

GLC08144

Calling for new law

Calling for new law governing replacement of fallen soldiers to Confederate Congress

GLC08145

The Countryman. [Vol. 3, no. 8 (November 17, 1862)]

Turnwold Plantation printed newspaper, "The Countryman," two uncut copies of the same issue. Contains an article opposing the education of negroes.

GLC08146

"Corps d'Afrique"

"Corps d'Afrique" recruiting letter, and card from Plumly's Brigade, 16th Regiment, New Orleans. [Plumly was former underground railroad operator]

GLC08147

to Phillip Sheridan

Postwar troop adjustments: "Unless you think security demands the retention of some of the white volunteers muster the whole of them out as rapidly as possible. In the case of colored troops, muster out such of them as you think can be spared..."

GLC08148

War of 1812 Journal

War of 1812 Journal of Privateer Little Wasp

GLC08149

Whiskey Rebellion Traitors

Whiskey Rebellion Traitors - re: "Raising a [liberty] poll...in sign of Treason"
Treasonous activity in Bruners Town

GLC08150

to Fendall Griffin

Response to Griffin's request for the release of two slaves impressed into Confederate service. Seddon denies the request on the grounds that Griffin has not provided enough details about the circumstances of the impressment, such as who impressed...

GLC08154

[Collection of 4 documents pertaining to Confederate ironclads] Decimalized

GLC08155

to Charles Magill Conrad

Refers to Conrad's letter asking if there is any new legislation before the session comes to a close. Discusses the efforts being made to build iron plated vessels for the Confederacy in Europe and estimates its cost at 2 million dollars. Discusses...

GLC08155.01

to Jefferson Davis

Recommends measures be adopted for construction and delivery of 10 ironclad war ships to this government in Southern Europe. Refers to an enclosed estimate for the ships. States the amount may seem large but that the importance of building ships...

GLC08155.02

[Estimate of the cost for construction of 10 ironclad war ships]

Estimates cost for the construction, armanment, and equipment of 10 ironclads in southern Europe at ten million dollars in sterling funds. Stephen R. Mallory was the Confederate Secretary of the Navy.

GLC08155.03

to the Confederate Senate and the House of Representatives

Transmits communication from the Secretary of the Navy to be read in secret session. He asks for their special attention to the subject.

GLC08155.04

to Benjamin Huger

Placement of troops during Petersburg Campaign

GLC08156

to unknown

Discusses the prospects of the newly formed republican party in the election of 1856. Comments that some would like to see William Freame Johnston on the ticket but Welles hopes Johnston will withdraw. Also discusses the prospects of Millard...

GLC08161

Pardon of Prince L. Hudgins

Pardon of Prince L. Hudgins, under indictment in Missouri for conspiring against the government of the U.S.

GLC08163

Proclimation by the Governor

Governor of Texas proclaiming "The Major General commanding the District of Texas, New Mexico and Arizona has refused to receive state troops. The enemy, is in force, upon the very borders of our state."

GLC08164

[Collection of Charles J. C. Hutson, H company, 1st regiment, South Carolina, infantry] [decimalized]

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GLC08165

to Thomas H. Colcock (incomplete)

Discusses getting caught up in a squall on the Broad River in the Carolinas. Details the near escape of the boat and the salvation of himself and the others sailing with him. States that one person on the boat died when the boat overturned. Last...

GLC08165.01

to Woody

Discusses everyday matters such as the welfare of Colcock and Huston family members and friends, his schooling, receiving vaccinations, recent events, etc. Hutson was a Corporal, 1st South Carolina Infantry, during the Civil War.

GLC08165.02

to Charley

Writes to a fellow student about how he misses college life at South Carolina College. Asks him to get his room and bed ready for when he returns in April. Says he is convalescing from an illness and discusses the health of other members of his...

GLC08165.03

to Charlie

Discusses an examination the students took to see who would be readmitted. Lists a few of the 10 men from their class that were rejected. Also lists those that did not reapply, including the recipient. Discusses his room, his classes, classmates...

GLC08165.04

to Mi Carale Care (in Latin)

Hutson graduated from South Carolina College in 1859. Hutson was a Corporal, 1st South Carolina Infantry, during the Civil War.

GLC08165.05

to Charley

Says he tried to write earlier but could not finish. Speaks of the illness of a friend Marion. Reports that the Heyward and Martin and Wyman cases are still pending. Mentions a bridal party that is on their way to Orangeburgh. States the Elliots...

GLC08165.06

to Charley

Says it seems like Charley is having fun at Columbia (South Carolina College) but hopes he is studying. Wishes he could be there for the spring months and see the Tournament. Talks of country living and that he is physically but not mentally active...

GLC08165.07

to Charley

Writes he is now in Gillisonville at work. He likes the power but enjoys going home every week and being a subordinate in his parent's house. Comments on a dance he attended in Gillisonville which he enjoyed even though he did not know many....

GLC08165.08

to Charley

States he received Charley's letter and is envious of his student lifestyle since Hutson has to work. He looks forward to when work is done and they can be together again. Mentions a Miss Roche who he is afraid is set to be an old maid. Asks to...

GLC08165.10

to O'Haily

Apologizes for not writing earlier. Mentions having a fever frequently. He is looking forward to the Columbia visit. Gives family news. Comments on the corruption of government. Quotes "extracts from a relic of antiquity" in Latin. Hutson was a...

GLC08165.11

to Charles J. Hutson (missing pages)

Discusses health, weather, and family news. A note on the letter's envelope identifies the author, who was a refugee during the Civil War. She was the wife of Richard Woodward Hutson and mother of her correspondent, who was a Corporal, 1st South...

GLC08165.12

to his cousin

A letter from Hutson's brother enclosed with the one from his cousin informed Hutson of the death of their father, Richard Woodward Hutson (1788-1866). Recalls emotional partings with his father during the Civil War. Reports that he unsuccessfully...

GLC08165.13

to Theodora Colcock Hutson (incomplete)

Discusses a visit with C.W., possibly Charles Woodward Hutson, his nephew, at the University of South Carolina. Reminisces about his time as a student there eight years earlier. Reports attending a convention also attended by "many men of influence...

GLC08165.14

to Theodora Colcock Hutson

Chides his daughter for not writing. Reports family news, including the fever and treatment received by his "pet child." Discusses the livelihood and recent illness of Charles Jones Hutson, Theodora's husband. Asks to have Aunt Sally, Colcock's...

GLC08165.15

to Theodora Colcock Hutson

Reports family news. Discusses Theodora's husband, Charles Jones Hutson. Comments on teaching. Reports death of an aunt. Discusses making a dress.

GLC08165.16

to Theodora Colcock Hutson

Discusses Theodora's plans to visit her family's Ocean Plantation and Uncle John's house. Reports various family news and impending visits.

GLC08165.17

to his sister

Reports family news, including a discussion of Mac's recent illness, possibly McLeod Hutson. Discusses agricultural output and circumstances of various family members. Mentions cholera affecting the family. Discusses the improved health of his...

GLC08165.18

to Charles J. Colcock

Reports family news. Mentions that Farris wants Colcock's Jersey wagon. Apologizes for not writing to his wife, Theodora. Comments on the children and a relative with typhoid fever.

GLC08165.19

to Theodora Colcock Huston

Says she is sorry it took so long to answer Hutson's letter. She is anxious to see her nephews. Asks when Hutson is coming to Ocean to visit. Speaks of family news, health, her children Annie and Emmie, and other matters. Says father (William F...

GLC08165.20

to Theodora Colcock Hutson

States she wishes she could come visit but it is harvest time. Reports that Mr. Dewees is preparing for harvesting. Mentions her children Annie and Emmie and comments about having Emmie learn music. Speaks of the welfare of Hennie. Mentions...

GLC08165.21

to Theodora Colcock Hutson

Comments on family matters, her children, everyday life, and servants. Letter signed Minnie, short for Mary Anna. Theodora Colcock married Charles J.C. Hutson. Mary Anna Colcock is her sister and married Joseph Dewees. Mary Anna and Theodora's...

GLC08165.22

to Charlie

Writes to Charlie, a fellow student, about how he misses college life at South Carolina College and cannot wait to return. Talks of his illness and how he cannot seem to get over it. Asks him to get his room and bed ready for when he returns in...

GLC08165.23

to Richard

States if Richard comes for him next Monday he will go to McPhersonville. Mentions visitors and states everything is going well at the office. Gives love to Richard's family.

GLC08165.24

[South Carolina Military Academy receipt for fees from T.W. Hutson].

Payment of $75 for the academic quarter beginning 1 April 1903. Printed by Walker, Evans & Cogswell.

GLC08165.25

[South Carolina Military Academy receipt for fees from T.W. Hutson]

Payment of $100 for the first installment of academic fees for 1902-03 session. Next payment due 1 January 1902 in the amount of $75. Printed by Walker, Evans & Cogswell.

GLC08165.26

[South Carolina Military Academy receipt for fees from T.W. Hutson]

Payment of $75 for the second installment of academic fees for 1902-03 session. Next payment due 1 April 1903. Printed by Walker, Evans & Cogswell.

GLC08165.27

to William F. Colcock

States Charles J.C. Hutson has asked her to marry him and she has accepted. Says Hutson will write to him tomorrow. Asks for his consent. Discusses her mother's death and says she wishes she could be here. William F. Colcock and Emmeline L...

GLC08165.28

to Charles J. C. Hutson

Discusses the recent engagement of Hutson to his daughter, Emmeline Colcock. Says he will be very sad to see his daughter go because she has been a great help with her younger siblings since her mother died. He consents to the marriage and has...

GLC08165.29

to Emmeline Colcock

Gives his blessing to the engagement of his son Charles J. Hutson to Colcock. Their engagement is also discussed in GLC08165.28 and GLC08165.30.

GLC08165.30

to Emmeline Colcock

Discusses going to Richmond, Virginia to meet his company. Reports that the company is not organized yet and that it might take awhile. Mentions that Captain Haskell has not arrived yet with his men. Explains that he does not want to be mustered...

GLC08165.31