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The Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Vermont

Features a section on Joseph Wait, 1776.

GLC08284.047

[Male Members of the Wait Family]

Includes very brief bio and miltary titles.

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to Horatio L. Wait

A publisher thanks him for his contributions to war history and is sending him a contributor's copy of the Photographic History of the Civil War.

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to Horatio L. Wait

The Loyal Legion requests a paper from him that talks about the Naval Reserve.

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to Horatio L. Wait

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to Horatio L. Wait

A letter of introduction for Henry W. Raymond. He hopes Wait will do everything to make his stay in Chicago comfortable.

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to Horatio L. Wait

He received Mrs. Wait's letter and in response he will send some sunflowers. Mary and Fred are in New Britain.

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to Maria

He is sorry to hear that Isabelle is unwell but doesn't think she will be for long. He thinks that once they get their financial arrangements straightened out, everyone will feel better.

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Ada Waldron (Mrs. James Wait)

She is sitting with her hand on a book.

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James Wait

He has a large mustache and wears a suit.

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Mrs. James Wait

She holds a baby.

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Daily Log aboard St. Mary

Also includes some accounting and a chronology of life events.

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to darling Cherry (wife)

He is at sea and he writes they have a strong wind. He hopes his wife is keeping herself busy with "Jimmy's training". He hopes he will return soon.

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Bill of Fare

Handwritten menu featuring soups, fish, meats, side dishes puddings and pastry,

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to darling Cherry (wife)

He has reached Lisbon. All his travels just make him feel more satisfied that he has chosen the right partner. Recently there was an outbreak of yellow fever on the ship. He describes some of the victims. He also describes the streets of Lisbon...

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to darling Cherry (wife)

He discusses what she can do to occupy her time and suggests Sunday reading. He watched a religious procession in Lisbon. He is embarrassed to say that while the officers of the Prussian ships can all speak English, no one on board his ship can speak...

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to darling Cherry (wife)

There is some consternation over officers' wives coming to see them. Much as he would love to have her, he has common sense. One of the officer's wives came over very sick and now he must attend to her and does not know when he will come back...

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to darling Cherry (wife)

He stresses the importance of hope, for only the "hopeful can be contented or happy." He desperately wants to lighten her troubles. She worries he'll be gone 2 years or more, but he assures her that such worries are unfounded.Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry (wife)

He talks about an old church in Lisbon that impressed him. He also visited the King's Palace at Belem and the tower. The Opera House also figures prominently in the letter. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.067

to darling Cherry (wife)

He tells her a little more about Lisbon. Later they went to Gibaltar where they had a delightful time. In Paris they saw many different nationalities, including Turks and Arabs. He describes their clothes.Written in Lisbon Harbor

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to darling Cherry (wife)

He has just left Genoa. He understands she is lonely without him and he doesn't want her to get too upset. She should focus her energies on their son, Jimmy and be grateful he is gaining valuable experience.

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to darling Cherry (wife)

They are doing business with a couple of Israelites that have a contract to furnish sevral thousand tons of coal to the fleet. Lately he stays on board the ship and studies French. He has been to several ballet performances. He is thinkng to go to...

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to Nait

He finally made it to Spain where he had a difficult times because he does not speak Spanish. He mentions his photo collection. They visit the Naval musuem which he describes as worth seeing. He also visits a church and the Museum of Artillery.

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General Orders No. 18

No officer or soldier can leave camp to visit Washington. All commanders with make weekly reports on the amount of ammunition. Payment for rations will be made only by the officers.

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General Orders No. 2

The 1st regiment will report to Rockville where they will set up camp. Guides from the President's mounted guard will report to their respective Colonels.

GLC02745.035

Legal Document

3 privates are officially sentenced for disobedience and drunkeness. Their punishments range from carrying 20 lb bags of sand and no food to witholding pay.

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General Order No. 4

The sentences of the previous document (GLC02745.068) are hereby approved.

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to Father

He compliments his father on his address and makes a few suggestions on how he can improve it further.

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to Respected Miss (Kitty)

He was unable to come home on Friday because his captain was not there. He wishes she could see him, especially to watch him cook. He is very healthy.

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to Respected Miss ( Kitty)

He has been marching and going back and forth in a boat. They were supposed to help take Fort Donaldon, but the other men took it before they got there. Theya re near Columbus but they won't go there because the Rebels have already evacuated there.

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to Respected Miss (Kitty)

They are close to the Rebels now and there should be a fight soon. The only reason there wasn't one before is because they didn't have guns.

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Circular

All commanders will make a written report to headquarters stating the amount of ammunition.

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Captain's list of the amount of ammunition

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Captain's list of unidentified values

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Countersign and Parole list

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General Orders No. 9

On Monday morning, the troops of this command will form for review and inspection.

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Monthly Report of Forage

Lists number of mules, horses, oxen and oats, corn and hay.

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Monthly Return of Public Animals, Wagons, Harness and other means of Transporting

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Monthly Return of Quartermaster's Stores

Lists numbers for food, forage,straw and stationary.

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List of Quartermaster's Stores

Lists 3 field desk tables.

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Abstract of Articles

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Empty-Reads Reports of June

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General Orders No. 3

The discharge of firearms is strictly prohibited except against the enemy and in a few other approved situations.

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Circular

At present the head quarters will be at the camp of the 3rd battalion.

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to Col. Tophen

They wish him to be prepared to reinforce the guard.

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Special Orders

The four companies of the 1st regiment infantry must go to Williamsport. Tonight they will go as far as Sharpsburg and and tomorrow morning onward to Williamsport.

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Special Orders No. 93

The 1st New Hampshire, 9th New York, 17th and 5 companies of the 25th regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers will make up the 7th brigade.

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Special Orders No. 93

Any wagon that can be spared must be given to the commanding general so he can move a large force to the front.

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Circular

The sick of the regiments will all be sent to the commanding officer who will attach them to companies and have them treated by medical personnel. Written at Camp Brown

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Circular

Commander of regiments will bring supply of ammunition up to 70 rounds per man.

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