21 April 1881

Hemans, Nancy A., 1843-?

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Frances B. Shiras

Comments on the new spring and the difficult past winter. Discusses her garden. Also discusses her growing children and her older son's school. Informs Shiras she is getting re-married and is worried how she will react. Describes it as a financial necessity, noting that her fiancé is a good Christian who will treat her children as his own.

GLC02429.50

27 November 1881

Hemans, Nancy A., 1843-?

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Alexander Shiras

Explains that she did not intend to alienate her friends in the east by re-marrying and justifies the re-marriage. Discusses the children, her two and her sister's three, who also live with them, the four oldest of which are in school. Thanks an unnamed woman for money. Indicates that she has not moved from her home, as Daniel and her deceased children are buried there. Inquires about Mrs. Shiras and discusses her own health, which has improved with the coming of winter. Notes that her new husband would like to write a long letter, but cannot write well in English. Two short notes on separate…

GLC02429.51

circa August 1880

Hemans, Nancy A., 1843-?

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Alexander Shiras and Frances B. Shiras

Thanks them for Allie's saddle. Discusses going eight miles with her son to "hunt up something" good to eat for her younger son, who had been sick with dysentery and vomiting. On that trip, her son was thrown from his horse, which made her reflect on her late husband as her protector, and how now she feels alone. Notes her plans to talk to the Bishop about insurance money. Comments on her garden. Discusses her plans to go to Flandreau, Dakota, in the fall to sell the acre of land her sister gave her there.

GLC02429.52

12 March 1893

Hemans, Daniel W., fl. 1878

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Alexander Shiras

Explains that he is the youngest son of Reverend Daniel W. Hemans and indicates that his mother is not well enough to write. Explains that they had a hard winter, his little sister died, mother was sick, and he had to come back from Hope School in Springfield, South Dakota. Notes his father is also sick. Indicates he has two other younger sisters, one of whom is in school. Informs Shiras that they will have their picture taken and send it.

GLC02429.53

11 July 1790

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: [A statement on Mr. Greene's evidence]

Letter is not signed but appears to be in Henry Knox's handwriting. Discusses a memorial the late General [Nathanael] Greene had submitted to Congress and the dire financial situation that now threatens Greene's family. Writes a lengthy letter defending Green's character. Describes the measures Greene took in 1782 regarding the army's clothing and provisions and why such measures were needed at the time. Also mentions various communications that took place between Greene and other gentlemen in 1782. Appears to ask Congress to relieve Greene's estate from any obligations Greene entered with…

GLC02437.09816

circa 1797-1798

Pemberton, Ebenezer, fl. 1747-1810

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Receipt]

Appears to be a statement of "G.F. Waldo Flucker's" (also known as Francis Flucker) tuition bill from 19 July 1797 to 18 April 1798. Ebenezer Pemberton signed he received payment at the bottom of the document.

GLC02437.09832

circa 1797-1798

Pemberton, Ebenezer, fl. 1747-1810

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Receipt]

Appears to be a statement on Thomas Flucker's account from 19 July 1797 to 18 April 1798. Ebenezer Pemberton signed he received payment at the bottom of the document.

GLC02437.09833

circa 1797-1798

Manuscript document

Title: [Receipt]

Appears to be a statement on Thomas Flucker's account from December 1797 to 12 April 1798. Timothy Foster noted he received payment at the bottom of the document.

GLC02437.09834

8 November 1797

Pemberton, Ebenezer, fl. 1747-1810

Manuscript note signed

Title: [Order]

Requests a pair of "handsome shoes" for dancing and a pair of boots. Based on GLC02437.09831.01-GLC02437.09839 documents and notes, request is likely for Francis or Thomas Flucker.

GLC02437.09835

circa 1797-1798

Manuscript document

Title: [Receipt]

Appears to be a statement on Francis Waldo Flucker's account through December 1797 to 19 April 1798. Timothy Foster noted he received payment at the bottom of the document.

GLC02437.09836

November 1797

Whiting, Samuel, fl. 1797-1798

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Receipt]

Appears to be a statement on Thomas Flucker's account with Samuel Whiting. Whiting signed he received payment at the bottom of the document.

GLC02437.09838

20 November 1797

Pemberton, Ebenezer, fl. 1747-1810

Autograph note signed

Title: [Order]

Requests a pair of shoes for Thomas Flucker.

GLC02437.09839

19 March 1798

Pemberton, Ebenezer, fl. 1747-1810

Manuscript note signed

Title: [Order]

Requests a pair of shoes for [Francis] W[aldo] Flucker.

GLC02437.09841

14 December 1799

Pemberton, Ebenezer, fl. 1747-1810

Manuscript note signed

Title: [Order]

Requests a pair of boots for [Francis] Waldo Flucker.

GLC02437.09842

20 March 1798

Pemberton, Ebenezer, fl. 1747-1810

Manuscript note signed

Title: [Order]

Requests a pair of boots for [Francis] Waldo Flucker.

GLC02437.09844

7 May 1760

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Execution of an estate]

Announcement of a marriage and provisions for children.

GLC02437.09000

21 July 1766

Flucker, Hannah, 1726-1785

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas Flucker

Is unsure whether her letter will reach him at Falmouth, but feels the need to try sending it by post. Has not heard from him since his departure. Reports that she took their daughter Hannah to a commencement, and also wonders about the health of "Tommy" after his voyage (perhaps referring to their son, Captain Thomas Flucker). Adds that their family sends love to Thomas and asks that he send her compliments to their family in Falmouth.

GLC02437.09036

3 February - 7 March 1772

Wright, & Gill, fl. 1753-1798

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Invoices]

Invoices of goods ordered and bought by Henry Knox to be shipped to Boston. Consists of various types of stationery, sealing wax, brushes, toys, telescopes, chests, and others.

GLC02437.10370

12 January 1863

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

Writes to his wife that he has not slept because of the rain. He states that the troops are without shelter and that the mud in the camp is up to his knees. Notes that there are rumors about the army returning to Washington, D.C. in a few days. Explains to his wife that if he does indeed go to Washington, D.C. she should come to visit him there and bring their baby. If the army does not go to Washington, D.C. he will try to obtain a leave of absence. Writes that a rebel deserter surrendered to him while he was on picket duty. The deserter told him that the Confederate army is now on half-…

GLC03523.13.074

20 April 1861

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Johnny and Heber Buyers

Letter addressed to his nephews, Johnny and Heber. He wishes he could see them more often. Tells his nephew to be kind to the new baby so as to set a good example. Reports that the boys' father is doing well and sends his love. Written in Camp Hamilton, first named Camp Troy. .

GLC02016.004

27 December 1861

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Autograph letter signed

Title: to sister Kate

Reports that he has a slight cold. Asks his sister to thank their aunt for the good advice contained in her letter to him. Hopes that the war will not last long and is quite sure that England will be getting involved soon. Describes his Christmas dinner as consisting of cold beef, bread, and crackers. Written at Camp Curtin.

GLC02016.006

20 August 1798

Flucker, George Francis Waldo, fl. 1796-1801

Manuscript document

Title: [Bill]

Lists transactions between George Francis Waldo Flucker and Ebenezer Pemberton by date. Includes items such as tuition and pocket money.

GLC02437.08735

18 July 1800

Manuscript document

Title: [Expenses]

List of the expenses incurred by Henry Ware on behalf of Henry Knox's nephew, Thomas Flucker. Items include cloth, clothing, shoes, room and board, and others.

GLC02437.08770

March 1864

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his sister

Has just arrived from Washington. Talks about the arrival of his new niece. Discusses the importance of happiness to a soldier: " it is his life, his health, his everything." An expedition to the interior was put on hold due to the desertion of three men. Reports a rumor that the 9th Army Corps will be coming to New Bern. States that the appointment of Grant has strengthened morale of the soldiers. Feels that the "fighting part" of the war will end this year.

GLC02016.049

26 March 1864

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his sister Kate

Hopes his sister is in good health when he returns so that she may welcome him with a "rich musical treat." Mentions the arrival of a new niece from his sister Anna. The men are anxious to be relieved by another regiment. Visits Washington on a semi-weekly basis but was unable to this week due to a bad storm. Reports that the storm almost grounded the men in rebel country, but the anchors grounded the boat about 200 hundred yards from the shore. The men were able to return to New Berne and tried to sail to Washington again the following Thursday. Is hopeful that Grant will "sow the…

GLC02016.050