13 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: J.W. Thayer, Esq.

He writes she must have learned from the paper that the army has moved.speculates that McClellan could have destroyed the Rebels after the battle of Antietam, but he stopped to recruit, thus giving the Rebels time to regroup.

GLC02744.115

January 7,1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: Friend Thayer

The news is encouraging, would like to have her come down and stay with him for a few days. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.116

24 December 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He talks about how the army is divided and organized. He writes that a young woman in Norwich presented him with a wreath of flowers as he was riding through the city. Written in a camp near Falmouth.

GLC02744.117

26 December 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He cannot really say what he thinks of those higher in command, nevertheless, he notes that Burnside thinks himself incompetetent. Yet he thinks Burnside has no superior in the army. Features poem about Fredricksburg.Written in a camp near Falmouth

GLC02744.118

28 December 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He suggests Ms. King's tenement. He will write a letter asking for her. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.119

30 December 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He is glad to have gotten her photograph. writes that unless a different poilcy is adopted, either a long war or acknowledgemnt of the confederacy are inevitable. Doesn't believe fighting can bring peace. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.120

January 2, 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He thought at one time that the Rebel army was made up of poor soldiers but discovered that their soldiers were quite rich. He is waiting eagerly for new photos. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.121.01

January 2, 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Sketch

Title: [landscape sketch]

Features grassy hill with a few houses.

GLC02744.121.02

January 2, 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Sketch

Title: [camp sketch]

Shows the tents including surrounding area including a brook and a horse.

GLC02744.121.03

January 3, 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He believes they might have another Fredricksburg soon. He will finish the new railroad soon. They are now in the third brigade instead of the second. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.122

January 5, 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes about getting settled in the tenement. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.123

January 8, 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

Col. Dutton has left the 21st. very cold. He tells her not to lose her faith in God Almighty. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.124

January 12, 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He lost his pocket memorandum the day before as it fell out of his pocket. mentions a doctor Lee he has made friends with. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.126

January 13, 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He is glad she got a tenement house, but wishes she would get a hired girl so she does not have to work too hard. He recalls several warm memories. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.127

January 14, 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He compares winter in Virginia to winter in Rockville. He describes his "little darkie servant."Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.128

January 15, 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

Writes of how officers are paid.Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.129

January 16, 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He is worried about Charlie. Discusses the rooming situation again. whenever he hears of any problems, he yearns for her. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.130

June 1784

Sergeant, Jonah, fl. 1777-1784

Autograph document signed

Title: Philadelphia County Court writes of the complications surrounding Alice Finch's will

GLC03769.133

circa 1763-1783

Typed document

Title: biographical record of David Lloyd

GLC03769.134.01

circa 1763-1783

Printed document

Title: listing of items available for sale at Goodspeed's bookshop

GLC03769.134.02

6 July 1773

Penrose, Isaac, fl. 1773

Autograph document signed

Title: bill of exchange

GLC03769.135

7 September 1734

Autograph document signed

Title: Philadelphia County Court case description

GLC03769.136

8 July 1763

Nesbitt, James, fl. 1763

Autograph document signed

Title: Meeting notes

lawyer advises them to settle any accounts they have against Rev. johnston

GLC03769.137

circa 1763-1783

Nesbitt, James, fl. 1763

Autograph document signed

Title: Notice to delinquents to settle accounts

GLC03769.139

circa 1763-1783

Autograph document

Title: notes on oldest paper mill

mentions william bradford

GLC03769.140.02