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to Richard H. Jackson

He apologizes for his lateness in answering. Then he warns him not to let Stonewall Jackson take any of his men prisoners. General Corcoran will be released soon.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He has been reading the papers and feels they give an accurate account. He hopes Richard comes home safe and mentions other soldiers like Fred, Phil and Davis.

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to Richard H. Jackson

This is a letter from the father of a friend of his who is also fighting in the war. He is glad that so far Richard and John have been spared.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes that he is going to a masquerade party soon and last Monday he went to a surprise party.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He requests his knapsack.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes that that he is very well and describes various tomfoolery such as dressing up in women's clothes and running out in the street where he talked to another girl and told her to call him Alice,

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to Richard H. Jackson

Watson writes that the state election is coming off tomorrow and he expects it to be a close one. He tells Richard to read the 90th psalm.

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to Richard H. Jackson

Martha congratulates him on his promotion to 3rd Lieutenant. He also writes that another young lady said she was proud of him but he can't remember her name.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He is glad Richard is in command because there are so many drunken officers milling about. "Little Mac" was removed and he is glad because he thinks Mac is a bully. Also, he does not think the war will end under the present administration.

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to Richard H. Jackson

They had a ball recently and he met a young lady there called Miss Chambers. There was also a party at Miss Hilton's.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She has sent him a picture of herself.

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to Richard H. Jackson

Maxwell mainly talks about the young ladies that are now in his acquaintance.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She does not like the fact that he called her "handsome" in his last letter.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She writes that she is learning to skate. She tells Richard also of an incident in which she and other visited a soldiers' camp. One of the soldiers was drunk and insulted her.

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to Richard H. Jackson

Maxwell informs him that the ladies of Frederick think of him as a nice, handsome young fellow and they all wish he was back to spend Christmas and New Year's with them.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She is glad he was not injured by the recent bombardment. She describes her Christmas which they spent with Richard's parents.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He describes his Christmas and mentions that he got a letter from James Armstrong.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She hopes he comes out of every battle safe. Currently, she belongs to a linting party that meets three times a week to scrape lint for the wounded soldiers.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He mentions a letter from Charlie that describes a battle in Fredericksburg. He insists that Richard would like country life if he had not only experienced the hardships.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She describes her New Year's Day which involved a mouse.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She says says she thinks the North will lose every battle. The other night she wore a Secessionist flag pinned to her chest and a man took it off and threw it in the fire. It was meant to be a joke, of course.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He describes what he did last Christmas Eve.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She describes a Mr. White who accompanied her home from a party.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She recently went with her parents to Richard's father's house and they had a nice time.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She is glad he is learning to sidesaddle well. She also warns him not to dream so loud and finds the idea of him calling her name in his sleep funny.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She writes that his father has bought his coat and that she has been invited to a ball.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He admonishes Richard for not writing and mentions the "girls." He mentions several mutual acquaintances and a Methodist meeting. There are pages missing.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She was invited to a ball but her mother will not let her go. She hopes he can get a furlough soon.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes about Richard's mother and father and says his father is doing well and his mother is anxious for him to come home so that she may embrace him.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She tells of the recent marriage of a mutual acquaintance.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She thought a recent letter of his may have been a valentine but no such luck. His parents are going to a benefit party and they want her to go with them.

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to Richard H. Jackson

Possibly a brother of John Davis. He resents being called a "little man." He may be only 14 but he works so that makes him older. He believes that the child ought to decide what business they go into otherwise they cannot run a business which they...

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes about how bad the winter is but it is great for sleighing.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He is currently very sick but hopes to get better soon. He is waiting for a response from Richard and will send a photograph of himself.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She thanks him for the picture in which she says he looks exceedingly handsome.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He thanks him for finally sending a letter. He is glad he made Lieutenant and thanks him for his kindness toward Fred when he was sick.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He thinks he may go to Washington in a week or two, if not he will try to get to where Richard is. He is hoping they will have Charleston within the month.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He heard that Captain Wheaton is sick. Also he wants to get Jimmy Fileon a clerkship position.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She writes of how Richard's parents got their photographs done. She also notes the beautiful weather.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes that he is very well and has recently seen Miss Hatteras but has not been down to see Miss Harrison. He has heard the 9th Army Corps has gone out in New [illegible but looks like York] to the Western Department but he does not know if they...

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to Richard H. Jackson

She heard from his father that he has now been removed from Newport News.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He called on some friends who were very disappointed in not seeing Richard but are hoping to see him next week.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She has heard heard that Southern ladies possess more attraction than Northern ladies. Also, she received a picture from Richard's friend John Davis which she describes as a very handsome picture.

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to Richard H. Jackson

His father tells him he likes Martha Watson and is glad his son is friends with her, but he has no way of knowing what she thinks of Richard. He tells Richard to wait and see because the world is big and girls are plenty.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He is enclosing $500.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes that they have had beautiful sleighing and informs him he will be on Broadway when his regiment arrives.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He mentions the clothing that Richard requested and how he is busy getting everything together to send to him. He mentions Miss Milligan.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He is sending the collars he requested along with some tobacco and a few cigars.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes that his son should get a very warm reception upon his return. Also, he says business has been good lately. He mentions Mr. Austin.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He tells his son he has called to order the cap he requested but he will not get it until Friday so he will mail it Saturday at the latest.

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to Richard H. Jackson

Thanks him for the $100 he sent. He is glad his son has pleasant quarters at Fortress Monroe.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He hopes he will not be too disappointed to learn the War Department has decided to retain the service of the two-year men. He is sorry to hear of Col. Kimball's death.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He describes Col. Kimball's funeral.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He heard Richard was in town but did not know where to find him. He is expecting to go back to Frederick soon but they are currently advancing and it is uncertain when they could return.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She writes that John came to visit her last night and that it must be beautiful where he is is because of the abundance of fish.

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to Richard H. Jackson

Since he returned over 5,000 patients have been admitted to the hospital. He received a letter from Davis recently and has received a furlough he didn't even ask for.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She informs him that she has never thought of him in any other way than as a friend and was unprepared for his question in that regard. She apologizes for wounding him and says he is always welcome to visit.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He thanks him for the information RIchard sent him. He was surprised by Richard's current address since he thought he had already served long enough but realized he was doing something quite different now.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He mentions Gus Snow and Jimmy Armstrong. He talks about how great the weather is and bemoans the fact that there are not many women at Hilton's Head.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He apologizes for the brevity of his letter. He has absolutely nothing to write about.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He tells Richard he has just been drafted.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He had a splendid ride to Seabrook and enjoyed the plantations. He received a note from Richard's father reminding him of the parcel containing his watch.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He received a letter from Sam recently that talked about a Mr. John M. Auliff and his success as a rum seller.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He was surprised to hear that he had gone South again but he supposes Richard must be making plenty of money. He asks Richard to send all the sea shells he can get.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He dreamt there had been a battle of Chattanooga. Even though Pemberton is dead, he dreamt he commanded the rebel forces and was defeated. He tells Richard about the shoe business and the different ladies that come into his shop.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes that there was a falling out between himself and Mr. Dunshaw, the general clerk. They got into a fight and Kid knocked him down. Since then they have been civil.

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to Richard H. Jackson

The new 9th was consolidated with the 17th and the whole regiment is in Tennessee now. He mention several mutual acquaintances whose positions in the service at recently changed.

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to Richard H. Jackson

Andy writes he has recently gotten a job making camera boxes. Their mtual friend William Bagwell was recently killed in the navy yard by falling from a scaffold.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes it will be impossible to come see Richard now as they are very busy. He has not seen Martha since his departure,

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes he is glad to hear of the death of those "inhuman monsters." It is not clear what he is referring to since he he says they can stand on their hind legs. He relays the news that a steamboat was destroyed by fire. Describes a surprise party...

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes that he finds Richard's letters very interesting and hopes he will visit Boston soon. He mentions their friend Samuel.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes that someone [illegible] is capable of performing the duties of a wife for him.

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to Richard H. Jackson

No year. He inquires about Fred Snow whom he has not seen in a long time. He wishes he was down in Dixie as he is "heart sick" of New York.

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to Richard H. Jackson

No year. He mentions Mary Cranston whom he forgot to ask a favor of. He invites Richard over for the weekend.

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to Richard H. Jackson

No year. He gives the news about his family who are mostly sick and inquires about Fred Snow. Gus Snow "went to war with the Treasury of the Perry Base Ball Club..."

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to Richard H. Jackson

He describes the Boat Club Championship race.

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to Brother (Richard H. Jackson)

She writes that they are to have a picnic for the returning soldiers but she had to turn down the invitation because he is not there to go with her.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes about the effect of Lincoln's death.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She complains this is the most lonesome place she has ever been and they couldn't hire her to stay another Sunday.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He notes that his love of adventure is not yet satisfied, yet he thinks it would be after two years of military service. He writes that Richard's mother wants very much to receive a letter from him.

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to R.

Dundee Lake paid {illegible} to be either straight army or half distance to turn stakebond.

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to G. H.

He wants a badge not to exceed in cost more than $100.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He accepts Jackson's challenge to make a badge not to excceed the value of $100.

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to Richard H. Jackson

Two men called at his company yesterday. After an hour he found out they'd made arrangements with a broker who was an intimate friend of one of them.

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to Friend

He received his letter enclosing copy of testimonials. Then saw Mr. Soder who promised his full cooperation securing a position for the recipient of this letter.

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to Friend Joel

missing pages. He describes a journey through the Northern part of the state. He found a deserted log cabin.

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to Sir

Invitation to plan a reunion for the Hawkins Zoaves.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He apologizes for not being able to attend the social and being too busy to write sooner.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He is happy because his watch was recovered in response to an advertisement he put out. Then he reminises about the times they spent with Harry and Joe and asks him to come up several times.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He has taken his old position in the Office of Cashier but does not expect it to last long. Allie Halsted came to visit and they went up to Warwick. His mother intends to give up the store.

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[Resolution Adopted at the Annual Reunion of the Hawkins Zoaves]

They resolve to one day meet the members of the 3rd Georgia Regiment as friends, under the US flag.

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Report of the First Reunion of the Society of the Burnside Expedition and Ninth Army Corps.

The first reunion was successful. They created a Roll of Honor which includes all the names of officers and soldiers in the Burnside Expedition and Ninth Army Corp and a constitution. The next meeting will be held at Niagara Falls.

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to Richard H. Jackson

His father acknowledges the receipt of his letter of the 5th. He says there is no news to report.

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to Richard H. Jackson

They are glad to hear of his safety and continued satisfaction with the current situation. He met one of his acquaintances. He mentions Mrs. Foster's brothers who were drafted..

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to Richard H. Jackson

He mentions Mr. Allen Foster who is laid up with boils on his leg. They took a trip to Coney Island where they met Gus Snow. Mrs. Bennett is suffering from inflammation from the lungs.

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to Richard H. Jackson

very faded, cannot be read.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He has sent his son a watch and hopes he is pleased with it. He mentions the Miss Kennedys. H. Fulton arrive on Tuesday but brought no letter from Richard.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He has not heard from his son in a while and is worried something may have happened to him.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He is very glad to have finally heard from the Richard as there was an irregularity with the mail, On page 2, there is a picture of a castle-like building. He includes some figures from his bank book.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He is disappointed not to have received a letter by the last post, but acknowledges the receipt of the 40 dollars he sent.

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