2 November 1864

Clarke, P.W., fl. 1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: [Certificate to allow Ellen Coit to travel]

This letter was written by the Headquarters Provost Marshal to certify that Ellen Coit was allowed to travel to visit her brother at Chesapeake Hospital.

GLC03603.333

31 December 1864

Chillan, E.W., fl. 1864-1865

Document signed

Title: [Bill for Coit family board]

Bill for the board of Charles, Ellen, George and Mrs. Coit for 30 days. The total is $124.00 for the month of December. Signed by the Assistant Surgeon General or the U.S. Army.

GLC03603.334

31 January 1865

Chillan, E.W., fl. 1864-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: [Bill for Coit family board]

Bill for the board of Charles, Ellen, George and Mrs. Coit for 30 days. The total is $95.00 for the month of January. Signed by the Assistant Surgeon General or the U.S. Army.

GLC03603.335

2 May 1865

Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his family

Coit is back in camp after his long convalescence. He is not yet on duty but has status as "sick". He writes about Colonel Coughlin, Captain Fleming and Lieutenant Colonelcy. He writes of trying to collect souvenirs for family friends. Written in Manchester neighborhood of Richmond

GLC03603.336

28 February 1865

Chillan, E.W., fl. 1864-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: [Bill for Coit family board]

Bill for the board of Charles, Ellen, George and Mrs. Coit for 14 days. The total is $105.00 for the first two weeks of February. Signed by the Assistant Surgeon General or the U.S. Army.

GLC03603.337

5 May 1865

Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his family

Coit writes that he had the pleasure of telling Major Pratt that news of his promotion had been published in the Connecticut newspapers. He writes that Pratt told him that he was the one who deserved the promotion and that he would decline it if it meant that George would accept. He has heard a rumor that he will soon be detailed as Aid at Division Head Quarters of General Devens. He reacts to news from home about the management of the family business.

GLC03603.338

5 May 1865

Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George Coit

He responds to news that his Uncle George attempted to influence Mr. Blackstone in order to secure a promotion for Charles. He writes that he is sending all his official papers to George's box. Written in Manchester neighborhood of Richmond

GLC03603.339

8 May 1865

Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his family

He writes that he was about to turn in his application for muster but was persuaded by Major Pratt to wait a few days. He writes of the possibility that the regiment may soon be mustered out of service. He writes that he hardly knows any of the other officers as everyone he knew before he was wounded has left. He requests a particular copy of the Navy Journal. He writes that Sherman's Army is beginning to arrive at the camp.

GLC03603.340

23 May 1865

Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his family

He writes of riding out with other officers to welcome Sherman's troops but getting lost and wet with rain along the way. He writes of seeing Mr. Birnie, Mr. Buckingham and Mr. Ripley in Richmond. He receives an order to escort the Springfield party "round the fortifications." He resists telling the guests the heroic tale of the 8th putting "the first colors on Ft. Harrison".

GLC03603.342

2 June 1865

Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his family

He has just arrived in New York from Richmond and expects to reach New Haven very soon. He plans to see his Uncle William in Brooklyn.

GLC03603.343

27 May 1865

Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his family

He writes that he rode to Division Headquarters a Captain and back as a civilian. He describes his plans to travel home, stopping to see his Uncle William. He hopes to find a "situation" in New York immediately.

GLC03603.344

5 August 1870

Coit, Mary B., fl. 1870

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Ellen

This letter may have been written by Charles Morgan Coit's wife to his sister, Ellen.

GLC03603.345

13 February 1822

Collamore, Nathaniel, 1787-?

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Discusses a petition to the government, Hobart's family, and a request by Collamore's brother to have Hobart arrange for him to receive a periodical.

GLC06313.04.152

15 February 1822

Holmes, Abraham, 1754-1839

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Discusses the bankruptcy bill, which Holmes opposes. Also discusses a proposed amendment to the Massachusetts Constitution limiting the number of senators from each locale, as well as pending state taxation and election bills, and an amendment to the pauper law.

GLC06313.04.154

17 February 1822

Ritchie, William, 1781-1842

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Discusses news about mutual friends and the visit of "Our brother Watson." Seeks a pay increase on the behalf of "Colonel Harris." Mentions a pending "bill for regulating the pay of customs House Officers" and comments on the importation of rum.

GLC06313.04.155

18 February 1822

Gay, Ebenezer, 1771-1842

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Discusses his "claim under the Spanish Treaty," possibly referring to the Adams-Onis Treaty (as he did in GLC06313.141). Seeks Hobart's assistance in recovering the claim.

GLC06313.04.156

16 December 1782

Johnson, J., fl. 1782

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Recommendation for a leave of absence for Lieutenant Morefield]

Colonel Johnson recommends Lieutenant [Morefield?] for a sixty day leave of absence. Notes that Morefield commands a company in the Second Connecticut Regiment, commanded by Captain David Humphreys, George Washington's aide-de-camp. Directed to Major General Henry Knox at West Point.

GLC02437.09575

21 March 1864

Damuth, Dolphus, fl. 1839-1913

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Maria Damuth

The camp is having a day of rest so Damuth writes to his sister. The men have marched 119 miles in seven days and are heading for Alexandria. The 29th Wisconsin is traveling with the 19th Army Corps, an eastern regiment who "have not seen much if any fighting" and are in awe of Damuth and his seasoned fellow soldiers. Describes the routine of the men in the company. The men have been stealing from a nearby plantation. Southerners complain about the thieves, but Damuth believes "this is a very rich country" and that the Union soldiers enjoy stealing from the Rebels more than eating their…

GLC03523.14.51

14 December 1782

Johnson, J., fl. 1782

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Recommendation for a leave of absence for Captain Taylor]

Possibly created at Highlands, New York. Recommends Taylor for a forty-five day leave of absence. Directed to Major General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.09564

14 December 1782

Webb, Samuel Blachley, 1753-1807

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Recommendation for a leave of absence for Elisha Hopkins]

Webb recommends Captain Hopkins for a leave of absence until February 1783. Directed to Major General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.09566

14 December 1782

Webb, Samuel Blachley, 1753-1807

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Recommendation for a leave of absence for Ezra Selden]

Webb recommends Captain Selden for a leave of absence until 16 January 1783. Directed to Major General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.09567

15 December 1782

Huntington, Ebenezer, 1754-1834

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Recommendation for a leave of absence for Captain Buell]

Recommends Buell for a leave of absence until 13 February 1782. Directed to Major General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.09568

15 December 1782

Stevens, Ebenezer, 1751-1823

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Recommendation for two lieutenants' furloughs]

Date from docket. Recommends furloughs for Lieutenant William [Lovecrafts?] (35 days) and Lieutenant Wetzell (30 days). Directed to Major General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.09569

15 December 1782

Huntington, Ebenezer, 1754-1834

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Recommendation for a leave of absence for Lieutenant Miller]

Lieutenant Colonel Huntington recommends Lieutenant Miller for a leave of absence until 24 January 1782. Directed to Major General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.09570

16 December 1782

Johnson, J., fl. 1782

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Recommendation for a leave of absence for Ensign Cleaveland]

Written at "Camp High," possibly close to Highlands, or Camp Highlands, New York. Lieutenant Colonel Johnson writes that Captain Potter has agreed to a leave of absence until 15 February 1783 for Cleaveland. Directed to Major General Knox at West Point.

GLC02437.09571