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to Sir

He tells of his journey onboard the Ohio toward Fortress Monroe. he describes the ship and coming in harbors in New York, Rhode Island, and Deleware.

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to Mr. Baker

He describes his journey since they left Philadelphia. The commander of the boat is a man named John L. Davis, "who fears nothing but his maker." He mentions that he is sick of the war and currently they have been waiting for the Massachusetts to...

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to Mr. Thurman

He does not like their Captain. He describes Captain Parks as cowardly. All the men dislike him. Credit should be given where it's due he says and lists several officers he approves of.

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to William Gifford

Charles thanks William for the package he sent of various food stuffs. He then describes his daily activities as a soldier. There was a chance for a fight but the Rebels have not shown themselves.

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to Sister

Albert has been very busy and this has delayed writing to his sister.They've been working hard loading horse teams. But things are easier now. He describes his meals.

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to Madam

A thank you letter from Union Volunteer Refreshment Committee for the fair that was held at the saloon.

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to Friend Fen

William writes that his life is very dull. The only excitement comes when they're on picket. They occasionally exchange shots with the Rebels and this results in 4 or 5 getting killed.

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to Mr. Thurman

Since last he wrote the battle of the 27th of August was very severe. They did not have a staff officer to lead them but were able to take 3 pieces of artillery. He was recently promoted to corporal.

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to Unknown

They are currently camped at Locust Point in Chesapeake Peak Bay. They thought they knew what what it was to be a soldier when they left Camp Wheeler but they had no idea what was coming next.

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to Mr. Baker

In Baton Rouge, he was to take charge of the guns in defence. His wife arrived in New Orleans, only to lose all her luggage and escape with one dress. Later they went to Pattersonville where the fighting was severe. They mangaed to get some artillery...

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Captain Geo. Hawwoord

He informs him his company will be carried down on the steamer and he will confer with the captain of the "Shawsheeu" and he will land on the North side of Broad Creek. The purpose to capture some of the Whitefords men who are reportedly prowling...

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to My Dear Sister

He writes that he was remarkably fortunate to have gotten the position he did with his regiment. He goes on to desribe the battle of Bull Run. The real horrors of war were realized. They lost 5 men and 15 were wounded. Written at Fort Monroe

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to Father

He recently heard that General Berry was killed.

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Soldier's Depot, Dining Room (1st Floor)

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View of the N.Y. State Soldier's Depot, 50 & 52 Howard St.

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Pewter Mug Tavern & Tammany Hall, Frankfort St.--1860

A banner hangs from the roof proclaiming "Regular Democratic Nominations for President."

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Rail-Road Depot in 4th Ave. Cor. 27st.

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[Central Department of Metropolitan Police]

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Junction of Canal & Walker St. Near Centre St.

Mainly shows horse drawn carts and wagons at the junction of Canal and Walker.

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View of Vandewater St. Cor. Frankfort St. (1863)

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The Old "Gotham Inn"--In Bowery

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Old House Cor. Houston & Cannon Sts. (1864) Forming Part of the Delancey Estate.

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Old House Cor. Houston & Cannon Sts. (1864) Forming Part of the Delancey Estate.

Duplicate of GLC09118.32.

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Old Penold's Beer House. cor. of Thames & Temple sts.

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Old Houses in Chatham St. opposite the Park, 1857.

Engraving shows man holding a sign that says "Beware Muck Auctions."

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Old Style Tiled Roofed House--Depeyster St. and Water St. N.Y.

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Central Park--The Lake From the East Side

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Broadway at Exchange Place

Engraving shows U.S. Bonded Warehouse.

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The Old Columbia House, Cor. Stanton & Columbia St.--1861

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View of Vandewater St. Cor. Frankfort St. (1863)

Duplicate of GLC09118.30

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Soldier's Depot, Hospital (4th Floor)

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Panorama of the Embarkation of the Fire Zouaves on Board the Baltic, Apr. 29th, 1861. Taken Foot of Spring and Canal St.

Larger version of GLC09118.16.

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Murder of President Lincoln and Appearance of Ford's Theatre Afterwards

From Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper.

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The President's Funeral Car Approaching New York from Jersey City, View of the Funeral Car, and Interior of the President's Funeral Car, with the Coffin and Guard of Honor

From Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper.

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Lincoln's Funeral-Removal of the Body from the City Hall to the Funeral Car, New York, April 25th, 1865 and the Late Richard Cobden

From Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper.

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President Lincoln Riding through Richmond Admidst the Enthusiastic Cheers of the Inhabitants

From Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper.

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Honorable Stephen A. Douglas

From Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper.

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View of Salina Street, Syracuse, N.Y.

From Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper.

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View of the White House and Grounds, the East Room, The Red Room, The Blue Room, and the Green Room

From Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper.

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[Aerial View of New York]

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Storming Fort Wagner

Charge of the 54 Mass Regiment July 18, 1863. Union Loss: Gen. Strong, Col. Shaw, Chatfield, Putnam, Gen. Seymour.

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The Fort Pillow Massacre

April 12th, 1864. Union: Major Booth, Colored T.262 (Major Bradford)

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bill for R.C. Bruce

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bill for R.C. Bruce

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auto bill for R.C. Bruce

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sand and gravel bill for R.C. Bruce

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bill for R.C. Bruce

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art supply bill for R.C. Bruce

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plumbing bill for R.C. Bruce

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Notice of Protest

Bruce wrote a check that was protested for non-payment.

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laundry bill for R.C Roscoe

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bill for System on the Farm

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to J.B. Bruce

has enclosed deed for the 15th street house.

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to Josephine B. Bruce

The vice president of the Central Bank tells her they must credit her interest. Also advises that she explore their other departments.

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to Josephine B. Bruce

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to Josephine B. Bruce

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to Josephine B. Bruce

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to Josephine B. Bruce

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real estate bill for Josephine B. Bruce

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notice of interest due on first trust note

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to Survivors Association

Invitation to the Sixth Reunion of the Survivors Association of the Third Georgia Regiment

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to Fred K. Read

He inquires as to when Richard H. Jackson is likely to arrive in Newport News.

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to Richard H. Jackson

Invitation to attend an evening at an address on Mercer St.

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to Richard H. Jackson

Thank you note Jackson thanking him for informing them of the "love of Mr. Price."

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to Richard H. Jackson

Informing him that he elected to active membership in the Young Men's Christian Association.

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to Friend

He finally visited his friend's aunt. He saw the friend's mother as well and met the grandmother who is sick.

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to Mr. P.M. Harding

in regard to a land agreement. own 80 acres at present.

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to Messrs. Frank and Reinach

upset that they have not received some important papers. believes the error lies with the Rosedale Post Office.

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Loan application

filled out by Jospehine, R.C and Clara Bruce. must put up their land as collateral.

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Taxes for Josephine B. Bruce (1884)

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Taxes for Josephine B. Bruce (1886)

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Taxes for Josephine B. Bruce (1887)

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Taxes for Josephine B. Bruce (1888)

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Taxes for Josephine B. Bruce (last half of 1888)

6 June 1889 (date payment was received)

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to Josephine B. Bruce

thank you note. enclosing $112 for covering premium on gin policy.

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to Josephine B. Bruce

asks her for the insurance policy on her gin.

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Receipt for taxes of 1886- Josephine B. Bruce

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Program of the Forty-Eighth Annual Meeting of the National Women's Christian Temperance Union

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to Kelso Farm

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judicial bill for Josephine B. Bruce

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to Josephine B. Bruce

in reference to an annuity contract.

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to Mrs. B.K. Bruce

invitation to college alumni event

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receipt for Mrs. B.K. Bruce

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to Josephine B. Bruce

thank you note for her payment of $352.

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bill for Josephine B. Bruce

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to Josephine B. Bruce

acknowledges the receipt of her letter. will apply $250.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe compares his recent Sunday to a Sunday at home. He writes that the boys went to see "Barber in Seville," He also says he is glad that Sylvia liked the perfume he sent.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that it will be a busy week as the company is having another party, among other things. He thinks Sylvia's father should stay in Florida for the rest of the winter.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that Spring is in the air. He watched the French people dressed up for Mardi Gras, and saw a Bob Hope movie.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that there has been very good weather lately. He visited the Municipal Library and went to a revue. He tells Sylvia not to worry about a house "wifely" existence any time soon.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe apologizes for forgetting to mention Valentine's Day. Today, however is the day of the company party. The weather has turned and it is now much colder.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to see "Song of Bernadette," which he liked very much. He attended the company party and met some ladies who have a friend in Brooklyn. He asks Sylvia to investigate this friend.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes a show he went to called "Chauson D' Amour."

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that the winter is practically over. He also tells Sylvia to stop worrying about what her boss thinks of her.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe was able to see two shows this week. He also played ping pong with Jack at the Red Cross, and requests Sylvia send him a zippo lighter.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe complains about the soldiers that complain about everything even though they haven't even been overseas that long. He also mentions that he had to listen to a reading of the Articles of War.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received Sylvia's package of chocolate and stationary. He also reports that one morning they actually had fresh eggs at breakfast and Marty ate six of them.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes a cathedral he visited and compares the attitude the English have toward their own history versus the French attitude towards history. He also mentions that he received a package from his mother.

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to my dear wife

He instructs her to direct her letters to Washington. He tells her to dress warmly. He says he would give anything to see his darling.

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to my dear wife

He thinks he will be at home in June sometime. Unfortunately they will not get paid until they are discharged. He plans to get a piece of land and build his own house when he returns.

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