14 October 1864

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Autograph letter signed

Title: to sister Kate

Describes the surroundings of Chaffin's Farm and writes that some of the Union men have been trading newspapers with neighboring rebels. Discusses the election of 1864. Wishes the canal would be completed so that they can drive the rebels into Richmond.

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January 21, 1863

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

He writes to his wife that he is sorry he has not sent more money home. States that the country is "hard up for money" and therefore cannot send as much as he would like or as much as she deserves. Comments that he asks no one to watch his wife. He will try and come home after the next battle. Writes that he wishes her to send more letters and notes. States that 17 days have passed since he has received her last letter. Comments that he will be paid soon and try to take a leave of absence. If not, he will resign in order to settle his affairs. In the second letter he writes that there is to…

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January 26, 1863

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

Writes to his wife that he has recently sent her several letters and has also sent his sister, Wink, a letter. States that he was unable to get a leave of absence and has been thinking about resigning. However, the army will not let him resign. Comments that he would like her to come and visit him but he is unsure if the army will move again. He then writes that he could have Eel come with her and that he might be able to find a place for Eel as well. Writes that he will send her some money soon.

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February 3, 1863

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

He writes to his wife that he has not heard from her in two weeks. He wonders if she is sick and sends her 40 dollars, all of the pay he received. He also sends her a picture of himself. Writes that he asked for a leave of absence and was denied. Explains that he has made up his mind and if he is not granted a leave soon he will resign and come home for good. Ends the letter stating that he is mad because he has not heard from her or Eel.

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8 February 1863

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

Writes to his wife that much of his division has left for North Carolina and the remaining troops are preparing to depart. He thinks that the move to North Carolina will be a good one as they have stayed in Virginia for too long. Reports that the army has great confidence in General Joseph Hooker. He writes that Hooker has "the agility of two [General George] McCllelans the sagacity of two [General Ambrose] Burnsides and the bravery of a [General Philip] Kearney." Explains that Hooker will have his men fight to the very death and those who do not fight will be removed from the army. Reports…

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February 15, 1863

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

Written to his wife while on board the steamer Georgia. Explains that they will first go to Newport News, Virginia and then on to North Carolina. Comments on what he can see on the ocean and relates this to life. Writes about the horrors of war and how he longs to be with his wife. He wonders how people will treat the troops once the war is over. Writes his wife again once they have landed at Newport News, Virginia. Notes that it is a pleasant place and that he has received three letters from her. This letter was started on the 14th and finished on the 15th of February

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February 21, 1863

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

Writes to his wife about the army establishing a new camp at Newport News, Virginia. States that he has set up his tent and the army has erected a small house along the bank of the James River. He thinks that this place is the best encampment they have ever had. Explains that he does not agree with the reasons she and his mother state for him to resign. Writes that if the government is being destroyed then it is his responsibility to defend it. He thinks that there will be two great battles soon, one at Vicksburg, Mississippi and another at Charleston, South Carolina. Notes that it has been…

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8 March 1863

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to the Provost-Marshall of Baltimore City

Written at camp of the 2nd Michigan Infantry near Newport News, Virginia to the Provost Marshall in Baltimore, Maryland. Formal request for his wife Amanda to visit him at the regiment's camp near Newport News, Virginia.

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9 March 1863

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

Writes to his wife that he is discouraged to hear of all the troubles at home. He comments that his grandfather has worked hard and that it is up to the younger generation to make sure he has all of his wants supplied. States that he is saddened by the fact that their baby is sick. Tells his wife that he has arranged for her to visit him at the camp. He believes that the journey and change of climate will help her with her health. Instructs her to leave the baby with his mother. Writes about the "grand sights" she will see at the camp. He lists some of the people they know from Michigan who…

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15 March 1863

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

He writes to his wife that he has just returned from picket to read her letter. Is happy that both her and their baby are feeling better. Writes that he is sad his grandfather's health is failing so fast. Expresses his sympathies for his grandfather and grandmother. States that he hopes she has received the money he has sent and she should use it to pay for the trip to visit him. Comments that he places his faith in God concerning his return home and any battles to come. He is preparing a tent for her and will try to make her visit as comfortable as possible. Captain Smith's family has…

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18 March 1863

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

Writes to his wife that he has submitted a recommendation for her visit and she is to pick it up in Baltimore, Maryland. Gives her specific instructions where to go in Detroit, Michigan and Baltimore, Maryland. Instructs her to bring her trunk with anything that will make her comfortable. Asks her to bring a few articles of clothing for him. Location inferred.

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19 March 1863

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Amanda Wilkinson

Writes to his wife that he received orders to march last night. He hopes that she will not be disappointed that he will not be at Newport News, Virginia when she arrives. Finishes the letter by stating he will write again once he reaches his new destination.

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October 31, 1865 to December 31, 1865

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Printed document signed

Title: Muster roll [58th Rgt. PA Infantry, Company F]

Muster roll of Lieutenant Heber Painter of F Company, 58th Regiment of Permanent Volunteers in the Pennsylvania Infantry, stationed in Virginia

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January 20, 1866

Clay, Cecil, fl. 1842-1866

Printed document signed

Title: Receipt for issues

Receipt for ordnance property including rifles, bayonnet scabbards, cartridges, waist belts, and guns.

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January 29, 1866

Ramsay, George Douglas, 1802-1882

Printed document signed

Title: Receipt for issues

Receipt for supplies issued to Heber Painter. The supplies include three saddles and three bridles. Written at Camp Cadwalader

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1 May 1865

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Printed document signed

Title: Monthly return of clothing, camp and garrison equipage

Monthly return for April 1865. Written in Manchester neighborhood of Richmond

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1 June 1865

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Document signed

Title: Monthly return of clothing, camp and garrison equipage

Monthly return for May 1865. Written in Manchester neighborhood of Richmond

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1 July 1865

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Document signed

Title: Monthly return of clothing, camp and garrison equipage

Monthly return for June 1865. Written in Manchester neighborhood of Richmond

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31 August 1865

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Document signed

Title: Monthly return of clothing, camp and garrison equipage

Monthly return for August 1865.

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December 11, 1865

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Document signed

Title: Monthly return of clothing, camp and garrison equipage

Monthly return for November 1865.

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1 January 1866

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Document signed

Title: Monthly return of clothing, camp and garrison equipage

Monthly return for December 1865.

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30 September 1862

Buyers, John, fl. 1862-1863

Manuscript document signed

Title: Account for quarter ending September 30, 1862

Indicates that all the clothing, camp and garrison equipage are accounted for with the exception of fourteen hat trimmings and ten pairs of stockings.

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29 November 1865

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900

Document signed

Title: Inventory and inspection report

Includes nineteen shelter tents which are to be turned into the depot quatermaster and sold at public auction.

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30 May 1863

Buyers, John, fl. 1862-1863

Manuscript signed

Title: Invoice of camp and garrison equipage

An invoice of camp and garrison equipage delivered by Captain John Buyers to Lieutenant Thomas Birmingham of "I" Company, 58th Pennsylvania. Also signed by Thomas Birmingham as received by Captain Buyers.

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December 31, 1862

Buyers, John, fl. 1862-1863

Document signed

Title: Returns of ordnance and ordnance stores

Includes returns for the quarter ending December 31, 1862. Adds remarks on the loss of some Austrian rifles. There are three copies of this document numbered 118a, 118b, and 118c. Written at Batchelder's Creek.

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