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Pardon of Edward R. Gamble, alias Clifford S. Gamble, convicted of mail robbery.

Convicted of robbing from mail; sentenced to 10 years imprisonment. Pardoned after serving over 3 years of his prison term by recommendation of the judge and U.S. District Attorney who felt the punishment was too severe for the crime. (c/s John L...

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Pardon of George W. Garner, convicted manslaughter. Inlcudes case notes, transmittal letters, pardon receipt.

Convicted of manslaughter; sentenced to 4 years imprisonment. Pardoned after serving over two years of his prison term by recommendation of the judge and U.S. District Attorney. (c/s John L. Cadualalder)

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Pardon of William P. Cooney & Francis J. McGuire, convicted of forgery.

Convicted of forgery of post office money order; sentenced to 2 years imprisonment. Pardoned after serving 3 months of their prison term by recommendation of U.S. District Attorney. (c/s William M. Evarts)

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Pardon of Samuel Laws, convicted of counterfeiting.

Convicted of passing counterfeit money; sentenced to 1 year imprisonment. Pardoned after serving his prison term due to good conduct. (c/s F.W. Seward)

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Pardon of Frank Washington, convicted of assault and battery.

Convicted of assault & battery; sentenced to 6 months imprisonment. Pardoned after serving half of the term by recommendation of by the U.S. District Attorney. (c/s F.W. Seward)

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Pardon of Joseph D. Schwartz, convicted of receiving and purchasing U.S. military clothing.

Convicted of receiving and purchasing U.S. military clothing; sentenced to 1 year imprisonment. Pardoned after serving 11 months of his prison term because of good conduct. (c/s William M. Evarts)

GLC00045.32

to Selina

He discusses Christmas, as well as soldiers singing patriotic songs. He mentions "Columbia the Gem of the Ocean," "America," and "The Star Spangled Banner." He encloses another song (not included). Cross-written additions on page 4.

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to Sis

He writes to his sister, possibly Selina. He sends a patriotic/religious poem and includes hand-drawn medallions in each corner. Written on blue paper.

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to Lena

He writes to his sister Selina. In his letter, he discusses being paid and mentions his high spirits. Letter written on blue paper.

GLC00066.011

to Hattie

Sends his sister Hattie a poem entitled "Uncle Sam is a Good Uncle."

GLC00066.012

to Lena

He writes to his sister, Selina, and includes a poem about a sleigh ride.

GLC00066.013

[Receipt for Eben Pearce's rent]

Possibly written from Palmyra, Missouri. Rent receipt for $5 for two weeks. Written on blue paper.

GLC00066.014

to Father

He discusses "holding the river," and the Battle of Island Number Ten. In the letter, he mentions rebel gunboats. The letter is written on Ohio patriotic stationery.

GLC00066.015

[Furlough for Eben Pearce]

Written by Colonel Tim Ryan regarding Pearce's furlough.

GLC00066.016

to Lena

He writes to his sister, Selina, regarding a visit to their brother Edgar's regiment. The letter is written from Camp No. 8 near Corinth, Mississippi.

GLC00066.017

to Mother

In the letter, he discusses money. Written from Camp No. 8 near Corinth, Mississippi.

GLC00066.018

to Mother

In his letter, he discusses plants. Written from Camp Clear Creek, in an unnamed state.

GLC00066.019

to Lena

He writes to his sister, Selina, regarding food prices and his hospital duties. The letter is written from Camp Clear Creek, in an unnamed state.

GLC00066.020

to "Pete"

He writes to "Pete," which previous research suggests is his sister Selina. He discusses regiment split-ups and battles, and includes a poem. The letter is written on colorful patriotic stationery.

GLC00066.021

to Father

He discusses the Second Battle of Corinth.

GLC00066.022

[Extract from Eben's journal]

Extract describes his hospital work. Written on attractive patriotic stationery.

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to Lena

He writes to his sister, Selina, regarding the Second battle of Corinth. The letter is written on patriotic stationery from a camp near Corinth, Mississippi.

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to Lena

He writes to his sister, Selina, regarding leaving hospital work. The letter is written on patriotic stationery.

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to Lena

He writes to his sister, Selina, declaring that the rumors of starving troops are exaggerated. The letter is written on patriotic stationery from a camp near Corinth, Mississippi.

GLC00066.026

to Lena

He writes to his sister, Selina, about camp conditions and the arrival of spring.

GLC00066.027