February 13, 1863

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

Writes to his sister giving her brief update on the weather and his correspondence with people from home. Tells her "you can live in hope for that Piano If you dont live in anything else." Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University, Baltimore" letterhead.

GLC03523.08.62

February 21, 1863

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

Tells his sister not to be worried about Ben, possibly their brother, losing his leg. Writes "he wont lose it. Let him be out as much as he will. I reckon the Surgeons their want something to practice on." Asks his sister to tell Ben that he was very pleased to hear of his promotion to Sergeant, and thinks he should ask for Lieutenancy next. Reports that General Benjamin Franklin Butler is in Baltimore now and "their was an excitement the other day on a small scale." Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University, Baltimore" letterhead.

GLC03523.08.63

1 March 1863

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

Reports that he is sick with a fever and chills. Apologizes for not sending a picture of himself, but explains that he has been sick. Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University, Baltimore" letterhead.

GLC03523.08.64

7 March 1863

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

Informs his sister that he is still sick with a fever. Asks that she "tell Ben for me to Do. Die or never as that is his only hope now." Instructs his sister to tell Ben, possibly their brother, to apply for a discharge soon. Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University, Baltimore" letterhead.

GLC03523.08.65

13 March 1863

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

Relays that he is sorry to hear that Ben, possibly their brother, is in poor health. Assures his sister that "he will come all right in course of time." Reports that there is "no news a stirring in this city now." Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University, Baltimore" letterhead.

GLC03523.08.66

23 March 1863

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

Reports that he is in good health. Tells her that he has enclosed a couple of photographs in the letter, which are no longer with the letter. Writes, "I will send you Piano in it providing I can get an envelope large enough to hold it. As I have got my eye on one that will just suit you... if I would get you a Piano you would want me to get you a Music Teacher and Book... " Relays that the Ninth Army arrived yesterday with General Ambrose Burnside, who is now in Baltimore. Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University, Baltimore" letterhead.

GLC03523.08.67

29 March 1863

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

Tells his sister that he is sorry their father is sick, but is very pleased to hear that Ben, possibly their brother, is feeling better. Asks her what her thoughts are about the draft in Philadelphia. Reports that the Ninth Army Corps has been passing through Baltimore on their way west. Informs her that it is very quiet around town as they have shut any establishment that sells liquor for 48 hours. Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University, Baltimore" letterhead.

GLC03523.08.68

25 April1863

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

Writes to his sister from the Army Hospital at Newton University, noting that he is glad that Ben, possibly their brother, is feeling better. Mentions using his influence to get his sister a piano, but requests a photo of a woman named Lizzie, possibly a romantic prospect, in exchange.

GLC03523.08.69

11 May 1863

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

Reports to his sister, "your photograph came through safe and I am very much pleased with yours. But I know that if Lizzie is ugly she is not as ugly as that picture makes her out to be." Informs her that he was taken out of the Commissary department and made "Ward Master." Notes that he does not want the position, but remarks that he may like the job once he begins. Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University, Baltimore" letterhead.

GLC03523.08.71

29 May 1863

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

Asks that his sister send another photograph of Lizzie, who is possibly a romantic prospect. Reports that the hospital only has 100 patients right now. Describes a recent parade put on by the Fire Department, noting that the mayor was there, as well as 300 policemen, two Fire Engines, two Hook & Ladders, and 150 Firemen. Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University, Baltimore" letterhead.

GLC03523.08.72

12 June 1863

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

Informs his father about the draft commencing in Baltimore on Monday, noting that the "Secessionist dont like it much." States that there have "been two Hospitals broken up in this city the last week or two," noting that his hospital now has 158 patients. Reports that he enjoys his position at the hospital more than he anticipated. Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University, Baltimore" letterhead.

GLC03523.08.73

19 June 1863

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

Reports that 1200 prisoners passed through Baltimore from Vicksburg today and that The New York Seventh arrived yesterday. Tells his father that the hospital now has 185 patients and is filling up quickly as the "wonded are arriving in this city by the Hundreds." Informs him that he has heard that "[Joseph] Hooker is at the point of Rocks and [Robert E.] Lee is at Harpers Ferry. The supposition is now that the next battle fought will be on the old Antietam Battle Ground." Remarks that is time for General George McClellan to be placed in command of the Army of the Potomac. Shares that he…

GLC03523.08.74

26 June 1863

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

Describes the atmosphere in Baltimore, telling his sister that "the Military Authorities are throwing up Earthworks all around the city. Now seizing every Nigger they find on the streets and sending them out to work on the entrenchements." Informs her that they now have over 200 patients in the hospital, and he recently saw in the papers that the Rebels are near the Capital. Writes, "If [Ulysses S.] Grant keep on fooling at Vicksburg it will be a second pennisula affair." Notes he has not heard much from General Joseph Hooker's army. Testifies that he thinks the two armies are "about equally…

GLC03523.08.75

6 July 1863

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

Reports that they are receiving patients "every five minutes" at the hospital, as the "city is flooded with wounded." Tells her there "was considerable excitement in the city...as some of the scouting parties of the rebels came within 7 miles of the city." Asks for their father's opinion on General George Meade, noting that since General George McClellan left they need a man "capable of handling the army of the Potomac." Also writes, "The report came in here to night that Lee has offered to surrender. But I know better than that. For Meade is a smart man, but he cant take Lee a prisoner."…

GLC03523.08.76

7 August 1863

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister

Relays to his sister in a short note that she should "telegraph immediately" if something changes with their father's poor health. Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton University, Baltimore" letterhead.

GLC03523.08.78

7 August 1863

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

Writes to his father about his sickness. States "it may be that you will never get over your sickness. And if the case should prove so, I would like you to have me some written instructions about your Business." Indicates he is worried about his father being taken advantage of, in life and death, and notes that he will take on the responsibilities of "carrying on business." Says to him, "Perhaps this may be the last letter I shall ever write to you for their is no knowing what is to be...I know you are not afraid of death...And I bid you Good Bye. Perhaps it may not be the last. But in case…

GLC03523.08.79

25 December 1783

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph document signed

Title: to Joseph Young

A copy of the request Knox sent Messrs Daniel Parker and Co. to furnish Young with provisions for the hospital in Albany, New York. States the order is to be enforced from January to April of 1784 and no longer.

GLC02437.02861

December 31, 1783

Townsend, David, 1753-1829

Autograph document signed

Title: [Document regarding the organization of hospital staff at West Point]

Signed by Townsend and Samuel Adams, both hospital surgeons. Townsend and Adams assert that one hospital mate, one steward who also serves as ward master, and four orderlies will be sufficient staff for the hospital at West Point during the winter. This staff requirement is based on the estimate that twenty "helpless patients" will be at the West Point hospital. The surgeons also note that some members of the invalid corps sometimes need to stay at the hospital.

GLC02437.02879

8 January 1784

Cogswell, William, 1760-1831

Autograph document signed

Title: Return of the general hospital at Moorse house from the 1st to the 8th of January 1784

Cogswell, hospital mate, directs this hospital return to Major General Henry Knox. Lists admitted, discharged, deceased. Also lists numbers of those with fever, dysentery, rheumatism, epilepsy, and other conditions at the "General Hospital at [Moorse house]." Addressed to John Forbes, hospital steward.

GLC02437.02926

27 July 1862

Henry, Josiah E., 1840-?

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John and Sophia Henry

Henry writes to his parents from U.S. General Hospital in Annapolis. Reports his wounded arm is healing. Informs of heavy losses during the battle at Savages Station, Virginia. Comments on states offering bounty for recruits and how hard it is to be a soldier. Mentions that marching and guard duty is harder than fighting.

GLC03523.07.12

03/01/1863

Bogart, Abram, fl. 1825-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mary M. Bogart

Reports to his wife from Fairfax Seminary Hospital, Virginia. Tells her that there will be no more furloughs given for a while, but that he will come home when the war is over. Asks her to write "all the news and some of the olds for I have got behind one month..." Letter is addressed to Masonville in Delaware County, New York.

GLC03523.11.06

04/10/1863

Bogart, Abram, fl. 1825-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mary M. Bogart

Writes to his wife from Fairfax Seminary Hospital to let her know where he is. He reports that he could not move along with the rest of the regiment as he is "quite lame." He speculates that he will "get over it when warm weather comes" so "do not worry about me..." Letter is short as "it is dredful hard work for me to write now for my back is lame as well as hip..." Tells her that they have not been paid for five months. Letter is addressed to Masonville in Delaware County, New York.

GLC03523.11.08

29 July 1864

Henry, Josiah E., 1840-?

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John and Sophia Henry

Henry writes to his parents from a hospital in Brattleboro. Reports he is returning to his regiment in Washington. States the rebels have crossed the Potomac River and are trying to take Washington. Mentions he has sent power of attorney to them for the land purchase. Gives update on the boys from Westford, Vermont.

GLC03523.07.26

06/07/1865

Bogart, Abram, fl. 1825-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mary M. Bogart and children

Begins letter with "dear ones at home." Reports that he is well and at a hospital taking care of the sick, waiting for his release papers to come. Tells his wife that he expects to "come to delhie to be discharged and paid and take all of our equipage with us...by the first of July..." Informs her that his work is light and he has food to eat. "You needent worry a bout me now and I shant about you..." Asks that she meet him at "the franklin road" and "tell my children that I have not forgotten them..." Mentions that he has a trial tomorrow, but does not discuss the details of what it concerns.

GLC03523.11.32

7 August 1863

Henry, Josiah E., 1840-?

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sophia Henry

Henry writes to his mother from the U.S. General Hospital in Brattleboro. Reports that he has had chronic diarrhea for three weeks and left his regiment on 29 July 1863. Expects to return to his regiment within two to three weeks. Comments there is no possibility for a furlough.

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