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to his parents

Has been too busy marching and hasn't had a chance to write. Reports that General Granger's corps and Wood's and Sheridan's divisions are there. Is expecting Longstreet to get to Virginia as fast as possible. Hopes to take Richmond before leaving...

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to his friend Frank

He writes that he is disappointed in not receiving as much correspondence as promised by his friend. Informs Frank that since the last time he wrote, he has taught himself how to use a telegraph machine. As a telegraph operator, he has been able...

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to his parents

Writes that three fourths of his regiment has reenlisted, but he does not feel that $402 is enough incentive for him to reenlist. Reports that he has been assigned duty in the 88th Illinois, Co. K. Also writes that Grant had visited Sheridan's...

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to his parents

Complains about the lack and quality of food at camp. Writes that corn meal and beef bones are the primary sustenance and that the beef the soldiers eat "would stagger an American's appetite". Reports that the farthest East he's been is Dandridge...

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to his brother and sister

Writes that he is having trouble with his lungs but is in comfortable winter quarters. Believes that contrary to newspaper reports, Longstreet's forces will attack in Georgia not Knoxville. Akins his like of soldiering to a cat's love for hot soap...

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to his parents

Reports that Longstreet has left the vicinity of Knoxville and is likely headed towards Georgia. Writes that there is considerable sickness at camp caused by "sick wheat flour". Believes that the bridge crossing will be finished by the middle of...

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to his parents

Writes that he has been ill with mumps but has almost fully recovered. Reports that the railroad from Knoxville to Chattanooga is complete. Also reports that Major General Howard is commanding the 4th corps. instead of [General Robert Granger]. In...

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to his parents

Complains of poor weather at camp. Writes that the "old 36" (36th regiment) is on its way from Nashville to Loudon

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to his parents

Writes that he is preparing to move as far as Stevenson, Alabama. Warns that the 23rd Army Corps is within ten miles of Cleveland, TN and will be acting in concert with the Cumberland Army. Asks that the impending battle not worry his parents and...

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to his brother Henry Weeks

Writes that he has been in the line of battle for a few days and is now in front of enemy works. Some heavy skirmishing began yesterday and is still going on. Reports that Harker and Wagner's brigades charged Buzzards Roost and were repulsed. Also...

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to his parents

Writes that he has fought in three engagements and is unharmed, but one of his comrades has been killed and five wounded. Names the Army Corps present: 4th, 14th, 15th, 20th, 23rd, and a part of the 16th. Reports that heavy fighting was heard last...

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to his sister Ettie Weeks

Writes that they have been under musketry attack for eight days, but their works have been a safe place. Hopes that more one-year men will be drafted into the war. Asks his father about the late quotations of gold and how it will affect their...

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to unknown

Reports that Brig. Gen. Harker was killed yesterday along with two of Weeks' company. Of Weeks' regiment, 43 were killed and wounded leaving 108 men. Writes that the only battle he has missed was the Chickamauga campaign but has been with his...

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to his parents

Writes that he was following the Augusta Railroad while skirmishing. Updates his parents on other soldiers from home. Inquires about recruitment at home. Reports on some of the movements of his company. Writes that Colonel Miller has died after...

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to his sisters

Describes Atlanta in ruins. Writes that Sherman has issued an order of evacuation for the city. He is anxious to complete his term of service and come home which he expects to do in thirteen days.

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to Frank

Updates his friend on regimental news since his departure. Writes about some news that the rebels had attacked Dalton and had a garrison of 44th USCT surrounded.

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to John Weeks

Explains why he has taken so long to write. Discusses an incident where a man shot a fellow soldier in the head by mistake. Writes that they are going to be paid soon.

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to Frank

Writes about various soldiers in the regiment including the death of Jimmy Haslehurst, the man who was accidentally shot by a fellow soldier (see letter #77). Reports that a large number of recruits have come to the regiment of which company "K" has...

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to Frank

Apologizes for not being able to write. Writes that he became very sick and applied for furlough shortly after an order had been issued to furlough all soldiers (from Illinois) in hospital that were unfit for field service. He also writes about...

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to Frank

Describes a series of events including a skirmish with General Hood's forces and the battles of Franklin and Nashville. Writes that some men from the company were lost and some "pretty badly demoralized". Also writes that the soldiers are living on...

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to Frank

Updates his friend on the events concerning the regiment since November of 1864. Writes that K company got into two brawls where men were missing, wounded, or killed. Discusses regimental deaths at the battle of Nashville and personnel promotions.

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to Frank

Writes about his visit to company 36th's encampment. Also writes that he is now working as a military telegraph operator in Athens. Reports on the regimental casualties of the last battle.

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to Frank

Discusses his trip from Huntsville to Bull's Gap. Reports on an accident on the railroad cars where one man was badly injured. Writes that there are about 25 miles of railroad tracks to fix after General Stoneman tore them up. Informs Weeks about...

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to Frank

Writes that in addition to telegraph operator and Adams express agent, he is also acting as rail road agent. He writes that he would not trade his current position for any commission in the regiments. Promises to reply to a letter Frank sent him...

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to Miss Wright

Gives his friend some sarcastic advice on life.

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Poem entitled Pea Ridge Battle

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to John Weeks

Asks Weeks why it has taken him so long to respond to Pratt's letter. He is anxious to hear from other soldiers especially "old comrades". Has begun to take a liking to the south, especially Texas. Encloses three dollars for a blanket, pencil &...

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to John Weeks

Discusses some crop business and an unknown woman who "is not entitled to respect from anyone".

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to John Weeks

Gives Weeks "permission" to call her at any time he deems proper.

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to John Weeks

Writes that she will not be available at Weeks' request, as her brother has been sick. Also included is a poem written by John Weeks.

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to Lizzie Wright

Writes a friendly yet somewhat romantic letter which includes a three stanza poem.

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to his cousins

Announces that he will be arriving in Clyde next Wednesday eve to visit with his cousins.

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to his brother and sister

Writes that he has sent Libbie her money. Discusses stocks and family members. Provides a list of travel expenses. The letter is continued on November 9th and contains more news of traveling, family, and friends.

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to his brother John

Discusses getting a new horse form his brother John.

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to Thomas Weeks

Writes to inform Weeks that he is still alive and would like to hear from him.

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to John Weeks

Informs Weeks that Surgeons D.W. Young and Hawley are dead. Suggests that Weeks write to George Biddulph for information regarding an assistant surgeon. Lists the names of four soldiers of Company K living in the area, including himself.

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to John Weeks

Writes that he has been trying to get Captain Adams' address but hasn't been successful. Expresses his surprise that he and other soldiers have lived to tell stories of what they experienced during the war. Advises Weeks to contact Captain Adams in...

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to John Weeks

Written on Chicago and Northwestern Railway Co. stationery. Writes that he does remember Weeks contracting measles in Rolla and again after the battle of Pea Ridge. Informs Weeks of Captain Adams' address.

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to John Weeks

Confirms that Weeks contracted the measles while in service. Asks that Weeks send him any papers requiring his signature.

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to John Weeks

Writes that he has filled out his recollections of Weeks' case (referring to Weeks contracting the measles while in service). Also writes that John P. Lenhart is willing to make an affidavit on Weeks' behalf. Asks that Weeks return the same favor...

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to John Weeks

Writes that he has forgotten exactly what Weeks' disability was but thinks it was loss of speech due to measles. Asks that Weeks fill out the affidavit with the details of his illness

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to John Weeks

Is happy to hear from "one of our boys that is still alive". Writes that George Biddulph, John Gardon, and Capt. James Hogue are still living in the area. Assures Weeks that any of the men would be willing to help him out with his case.

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to Theodore Rea

Writes to Rea regarding affidavits for his disability. States that he has received affidavits from Al Taft and George Mordoff. Includes a response from Rea stating that he can attest to Weeks disabilities.

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to Theodore Rea

A partial letter most likely included with letter #103. Written in Weeks' hand writing; this letter appears to be a standard statement of the content Weeks wanted included in the affidavits in support of his application for pension.

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to Elon

Asks that his friend attest to his disability. Writes that he has sent a copy of Theodore Rea's certificate as an example.

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to John Weeks and Family

Asks that Weeks and his family come and visit him on his 85th birthday.

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Side by side - Britannia! Britain's Day Dec. 7th 1918

Printed by American Lithographic Co. N.Y. Shows Uncle Sam arm in arm with the representative of Britain, Lady Liberty, closely followed by Britain's lion and the eagle of the US. The poster advertises December 7, 1918 as a special days of celebration...

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War gas attack -- self help

Instructions on how to prepare for and respond to a gas attack by Japanese forces. Chart of different kinds of gas, their smell, effects, and protection and first aid.

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For every fighter a woman worker/ care for her through the YWCA

A precursor to rosie the riveter, this WWI poster shows a young woman factory worker holding a bomb and airplane.

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Lutamos pela liberdade de todos [in Portuguese]

Printed by the Office of Coordinator of Inter-American Affairs. Propaganda poster written in Portuguese showing a blue head with helmet trailing with red and white stripes. Part of effort to distribute news, films and broadcast radio to Latin America...

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