circa 1863

Tracy, Frank J., fl. 1863

Header Record

Title: [Collection of Frank J. Tracy, C company, 21st regiment, Maine, infantry] [Decimalized .01- .08]

Letters written during the battles of Port Hudson & Baton Rouge.

GLC03047

2 May 1863-7 May 1863

Bidwell, Lucius E., ?-1864

Header Record

Title: Collection of Lucius E. Bidwell, B company, 14th regiment, Connecticut, infantry [Decimalized .01 and .02]

Bidwell writes to his mother regarding his recent fighting experiences, most likely in the Battle of Chancellorsville. Discusses the strength of rebel army in Virginia.

GLC03048

circa 1861-1865

Crowell, Frank G., fl. 1861-1865

Header Record

Title: [Collection of Frank G. Crowell, B company, 92nd regiment, Illinois, infantry] [Decimalized .01- .03]

Includes three letters to his parents regarding the Battles of Chattanooga and Missionary Ridge.

GLC03049

1863-1865

Hoyt, Frank A., fl. 1863-1865

Map signed

Title: [Manuscript drawing of the camp of the 3rd Wisconsin Cavalry Regiment]

Shows the various buildings and structures in camp, including barracks, a sawmill, barns, and a steam furnace. The buildings are numbered and there is a corresponding legend on the verso. Drawn in pencil with a colored flag. The regiment operated from 1863-1865 in southwestern Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Indian Territory. Frank Hoyt enlisted as a private in the 3rd Wisconsin Cavalry Regiment in December 1863 and served until August 1865.

GLC03050

16 August 1864

Wall, Charles, fl. 1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Jane

Expresses disappointment that Jane, probably his wife, does not write him often enough. Apologizes for not leaving more money to provide for Jane, and reports that he sent his most recent paycheck. Writes "You Cant scold worth a darn and had better not try." Reports on the Battle of the Crater (30 July 1864), stating "The way Grant got whipped is this, he blew up one of their forts, took two lines of works. And if it had not been for mismanagement in his under officers would have held them. So I don't think he got whipped so wonderful bad." Teases Jane about her cooking, reports on the…

GLC03052

9 June 1865

Burk, David J., fl. 1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Henry Boyer

Writes about Fort Monroe, where Jefferson Davis was being held. Mentions the letter he received with ten dollars and that his brother Paul (also at the fort) was ill. Notes that Davis will not likely be hanged but states that he ought to be. Comments that "we all live in good hopes that we soon will come home." Written at Fort Monroe

GLC03053

1862-1863

McRay, W.H., fl. 1862-1963

Header Record

Title: [Collection of William H. McRae, I company, 101st regiment, Indiana, infantry] [Decimalized .01- .06]

Collection includes letters to his wife Mary McRae regarding his experiences in Kentucky and Tennessee.

GLC03054

1863-1864

Hester, John H., fl. 1863-1864

Header Record

Title: [Collection of John H. Hester, F company, 12th regiment, Kentucky, cavalry] [decimalized]

Collection includes the diary of Union soldier John H. Hester of the 12th Kentucky Cavalry, 1863-1864, as well as one autograph letter signed to Margaret Hester dated 27 May 1863.

GLC03056

1861-1862

Ladd, George, fl. 1861-1862

Header Record

Title: [Collection of George W. Ladd, B company, 2nd regiment, New Hampshire, infantry] [Decimalized .01- .08]

Collection of 7 letters including commander's letter regarding his death at the Second Battle of Manassas.

GLC03057

1862

Paul, Miles W., fl. 1862-1863

Header Record

Title: [Collection of Miles W. Paul, H company, 131st regiment, Pennsylvania, infantry] [decimalized]

By a soldier in the 131st Pennsylvania regiment written to his wife Cecilia Paul.

GLC03058

1861-1862

Brown, James H., fl. 1861-1862

Header Record

Title: [Collection of James H. Brown, A company, 3rd regiment, Alabama, volunteer infantry] [decimalized]

Letters written to Miss Brown by a soldier in the 3rd Alabama. One letter describes the Battle of Monitor and Merrimack (the Battle of Hampton Roads). Includes 4 letters and 4 envelopes.

GLC03060

1861-1863

Holt, Talbert, fl. 1861-1863

Header Record

Title: [Collection of Talbert H. Holt, D company, 2nd regiment, Alabama, infantry] [decimalized]

Collection includes 4 letters written from Talbert H. Holt to his wife, Carrie Holt. Holt mostly discusses his service and his family. Some fighting is briefly mentioned.

GLC03061

13 May 1863

Wortham, George, fl. 1823-1883

Autograph letter signed

Title: to James S. Wortham

Writes to his father regarding activities of his regiment, his request for a furlough, and possible promotion. Says his regiment recently destroyed a railroad bridge. Their current encampment is "indeed a picture of desolation"; he hopes they will be leaving for Virginia soon. There is an upcoming election for a new Colonel, which he doubts he will win, but does not consider it impossible. Written at "Moseley Creek," eighteen miles south of Kinston, North Carolina.

GLC03064

10 August 1863

Dargan, Edmund Strother, 1805-1879

Autograph letter signed

Title: probably to Jefferson Davis

States that there is strong public opposition to General John C. Pemberton. Informs Davis that both Pemberton's own troops and the citizens of Alabama and Mississippi have turned against Pemberton, following his recent surrender at Vicksburg. Believes this negative public opposition will decrease his ability to be an effective military commander. Expresses his personal opinion that he believes in Pemberton, but thinks he may have to be replaced to appease public opinion.

GLC03065

1 June 1864

Basnight, B. S., fl. 1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George Wortham

Gives the names of six individuals they believe to be spies for the Union. Lists the reasons he believes these men are spies, and what they have done against the Confederate government. The letter is addressed to "Colonel Pit" but the envelope is addressed to George Wortham. Signed three times by B. S. Basnight, also signed by William Basnight and Charles McClees. Excerpt: "…we are perfectly satisfied that the within named parties have frequently reported to the Yankeys newes to the detriment of the C. Government…."

GLC03066

1 September 1864

Foster, B. W., fl. 1864

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Petition to George Wortham to provide a scout for the county]

Petition signed by thirty-seven citizens of Tyrrell County, requesting that James Ludford be allowed to remain in the county as a scout. He is needed because of the nearby presence of Union troops, and the fear that some citizens have begun to spy for the North. Signed by Foster as Clerk of the Superior Court, and thirty-six other residents, some in pencil. Affixed with a yellow seal. Excerpt: "…the County…is not far from the island of Roanoke, now in the possession of the enemy…Albemarle Sound….is now full of the enemy's blockading fleet…there are some persons suspected of being…

GLC03067

10 December 1816

Madison, James, 1751-1836

Broadside

Title: New-Hampshire patriot - Extra

James Madison's presidential address given in Washington D.C. on December 10, 1816. Discusses navigation laws, the treasury, relations with Native Americans. "263" written on top section.

GLC02884

1816

Madison, James, 1751-1836

Pamphlet

Title: Message of the President re: American seamen imprisoned at Dartmoor Prison

Printed by William A. Davis. List over 2000 naval POWs by name and rank, how and where they were captured, where confined and when exchanged.

GLC02885

1822/06/05

Monroe, James, 1758-1831

Autograph letter signed

Title: to unknown

Indicates that he is sending a favorable examination of claims due to Henry Clay for his role in negotiating a "commercial treaty with G Britain, jointly with Mr Adams & Mr Gallatin, which you will Find in his Favor". Written as President.

GLC02897

19 December 1801

Madison, James, 1751-1836

Letter signed

Title: [to Robert R. Livingston]

Says Convention of Mortefontaine, as exchanged by William Vans Murray, arrived on 9 October 1801. President Jefferson had it sent to the Senate for advice and consent since the French ratification was not pure and simple in the ordinary form. No action had yet to be taken, especially since many members were absent. Believes delay will not be long and hopes this will not cause a problem with the French government. There are some questions about a duty placed on American tobacco and hopes that "unreasonable and inconvenient" regulations on both sides can be corrected. Worries that British…

GLC02899

28 June 1861

McClellan, George Brinton, 1826-1885

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Dennison

McClellan, Major General of the Ohio Volunteers updates Dennison, Governor of Ohio, on the condition of troops, supplies, and other military matters. Reports that upon receipt of a previous letter from Dennison, "I at once [struck: write] telegraphed the [Secty] of War asking for a commission in Carrington's Regt for your son." Relates his initial trouble with organizing wagons, rations, and troops. Reports that the soldiers are in good spirits, and most difficulties have been resolved. Mentions assuring [General Chase?] that no misunderstanding existed between them. Possibly referring to a…

GLC02902

2 April 1917

Wilson, Woodrow, 1856-1924

Pamphlet signed

Title: Address of the President of the United States, delivered at a joint session of the two houses of Congress

Asks Congress to declare war against Germany. Marks the beginning of the American involvement in World War I.

GLC02904

1778/03/12

Washington, George, 1732-1799

Letter signed

Title: to John Barry re: congratulating Barry for his "success" on the sea

Written as commander in chief.

GLC02907

1864 ca.

Brady, Mathew B., 1823-1896

Photograph

Title: [Barbara Fietchie at the Great Central Fair]

Barbara Frietchie gained fame for telling T. J. "Stonewall" Jackson to harm her rather than the Union flag at the time he entered Frederick, Maryland. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow published the poem in Nov. 1863 and it was printed with the carte to raise money for the war effort. The Great Central (Sanitary) Fair in Philadelphia opened in 1864. (Lincoln addressed the fair in 6/16/1864)

GLC02909

1861 February-1864 February

Header Record

Title: Carte de visite and cabinet card of Abraham Lincoln

The cabinet card (GLC02910.01) has Brady imprint front and back, and is a variant of O-92 without the table and with L's lower hand cut-off (see Ostendorf p. 176). The negative was taken by Anthony Berger 2/9/1864 and is the basis for Lincoln on $5 bill. The carte de visite (GLC02910.02) is by Gardner 2/24/1861, republished by Gardner (imprint on verso), O-49 (M-71). It is the same image as GLC00919.01.

GLC02910