1863

Object

Title: Comb

GLC06160.04

1863

Photograph

Title: Cased Photograph of Jefferson Cruger

GLC06160.05

1863

Textile

Title: Unidentified cloth piece (probabaly from collar)

GLC06160.06

1863

Photograph

Title: Tintype photograph of young man

GLC06160.07

1863

Textile

Title: Calico Handkerchief

GLC06160.08

1863

Object

Title: Small American Flag

GLC06160.09

1867

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1867 Diary

Newspaper clippings inserted at beginning with Washington's General Order, July 1776 and McClellan's General Order, September 1861. Also positions of the sun and moon and on the back, a list of the original 13 states and all the signers of the declaration. Records the weather. On February 23rd, he mentions the nomination of Mr. Fred S.M. Nelly for U.S. senate. On March 11, the daughter of an acquaintance was severely burned with camphine. Many entries are cross written. Newspaper clippings inserted throughout. Some expanded entries in the back. He mentions the son of Mr. Young who drowned.

GLC03131.16.07

August 1862 - December 1862

Stout, Frankin, fl. 1853

Diary

Title: 1862 Diary

Camp 6, 129th Regiment. Daily record of army life. A notable entry includes Setember 3rd when the Brigadier General says: "I am not a speechmaker. This is not the business of the soldier, but to fight and obey orders, that is what you are here for..." On Set. 12th, he describes the funeral of Thomas Engle. On Dec.3rd, some men stole a pair of boots and were forced to march around with their hands tied behind their backs.

GLC03131.07.01

December 1862 - May 1863

Stout, Frankin, fl. 1853

Diary

Title: 1863 Diary

Camp 6, 129th Regiment. Daily record of army life. On January 20th they find a man almost dead from drinking too much. On April 25the paymaster arrives causing the men to cheer. On May 13th, they arrive in Baltimore.

GLC03131.07.02

1859

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1859 Diary

Faithfully records the weather each and every day. On May 31st, someone named John steals $150 from another man. June 8th, Thompson's sister got married. Went to a democratic meeting in October and nominated a clerk. November 11th, attended a large funeral for the Hon. R.P. Thompson.

GLC03131.16.01

1860

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1860 Diary

Records the weather. Mentions church every Sunday. Church is a running theme throughout this diary. Often attends sermons. Also goes to what he vaguely refers to as business meetings.

GLC03131.16.02

1861

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1861 Diary

Records the weather. On March 12th, he mentions the city elections. April 24th, acknowledges how sad it is that so many young men are going to war and he hopes they return safely. Mentions church and bible class frequently. On July 22nd, he notes bad news from the battle of Manassas Junction. Reports say between 3,000 and 15,000 were killed.

GLC03131.16.03

1862

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1862 Diary

Records the weather. On May 31st, he talks about the battle of Hanover Court. On July 5th, he talks about the news from McClellan's army. On September 5th, they are preparing to be mustered. Septemberr 7th has them about to leave their current encampment.

GLC03131.16.04

1863

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1863 Diary

Many blank pages until May. Records the weather. On August 8th and 9th, he spends time with a Miss Kittinger and a Miss Haversticks. He sees them several times and even gives one of them is picture. Later a fire breaks out. Describes daily life in the army such as drilling and dress parade in several entries.

GLC03131.16.05

1864

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1864 Diary

Blank from mid-February through December. Records the weather. Mentions church and bible class in several entries.On Feb. 22nd, he leaves on furlough. He and friend visit the fair when it comes into town.

GLC03131.16.06

1868

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1868 Diary

Newspaper clippings inserted throughout. Almost all entries are cross written. Last entry is clear and talks of New Year's Eve celebrations.

GLC03131.16.08

1869

Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873

Diary

Title: 1869 Diary

Records the weather. Notes temperature and time. Newspaper clippings inserted here and there. Most entries are cross written. Mentions church activities in many entries.. On July 13th, he describes meeting with the mayor. He attends various lectures and meetings associated with the Young Men's Christian Association. On October 24, the priest is sick.

GLC03131.16.09

9 October 1862 - 2 August 1863

Baker, T. Otis, 1844-1910

Diary

Title: [Diary of T. Otis Baker, B company, 10th regiment, Mississippi, infantry]

Lieutenant T. Otis Baker served in Co. B, 10th Mississippi Infantry, C.S.A. The diary covers 9 October 1862-2 August 1863. The diary includes descriptions of regiment's progress and moves, descriptions of various battles (including Vicksburg, Gettysburg, and Port Hudson), and information about camp life and food rations. He discusses Northern and Southern war politics, including the Emancipation Proclamation and draft riots. The diary also includes discussions of virtues, religion, and self-improvement. It is primarily written in pencil and has some touch-ups.

GLC03134.01

1862-1863

Baker, T. Otis, 1844-1910

Photograph

Title: Carte de visite

A carte de visite of a man and a woman most likely "Mr. & Mrs. T. Otis Baker"

GLC03134.02

1862-1863

Baker, T. Otis, 1844-1910

Ephemera

Title: Calling Card

A calling card for "Mr. & Mrs. T. Otis Baker"

GLC03134.03

1 September 1862- 17 June 1863

Pope, Albert, fl. 1861-1864

Diary

Title: Journal of the Southern campaign 1862-1863

GLC06266.01.01

1 September 1863- 13 June 1864

Pope, Albert, fl. 1861-1864

Diary

Title: Journal of the Southern campaign 1863-1864

GLC06266.01.02

9 August 1862- 14 May 1863

Whistler, Simon M., fl. 1904

Diary

Title: [Diary of Simon Mower Whistler]

GLC08362.04

25 June 1864- 17 December 1864

Whistler, Simon M., fl. 1904

Diary

Title: [Diary of Simon Mower Whistler]

GLC08362.05

5 April 1865- 5 October 1865

Whistler, Simon M., fl. 1904

Diary

Title: [Diary of Simon Mower Whistler]

GLC08362.06