1863/01/30

Saxton, Rufus, 1824-1908

Document

Title: Circular re: no rations to freed slaves who refused to work

Signed by E.W. Hooper

GLC06727.04

1863/06/23

Saxton, Rufus, 1824-1908

Document

Title: G.O. no. 1 re: court martial of Union captain who attacked a freed woman

Countersignature is illegible.

GLC06727.05

1863/07/15

Saxton, Rufus, 1824-1908

Document

Title: Circular no. 6 re: law concerning captured plantations operated by former slaves

GLC06727.06

[1863/08/06]

Saxton, Rufus, 1824-1908

Document

Title: Circular to freed slaves, thanksgiving for victory at the Battle of Gettysburg

GLC06727.07

1863

Document

Title: Blank form for plantation purchases

Regarding Negro wages etc.

GLC06727.08

1863/09/10

Saxton, Rufus, 1824-1908

Document

Title: Circular no. 7 re: shelter for colored refugees

GLC06727.09

1864/02/10

Saxton, Rufus, 1824-1908

Document

Title: Circular no. 3 re: distribution of property of newly freed slaves

GLC06727.10

1864/04/01

Saxton, Rufus, 1824-1908

Document

Title: Circular no. 4 re: regulations dealing with the labor of former slaves

GLC06727.11

1862-1865

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Header Record

Title: [Collection of John F. Weeks, K company, 36th regiment, Illinois, infantry] [decimalized .001-.143]

The John F. Weeks collection consists of approximately seventy-five letters written by Weeks to his family during his service. These letters include accounts of the battles of Pea Ridge, Perryville, Stone River, and Mission Ridge. Along with descriptions of life at camp and news about fellow soldiers from home, Weeks often mentions his desire to join the order of Free Masons;. Letters dated after Weeks' discharge in September of 1864, are primarily from individuals in Weeks' Company who write to him with news from the Company/Regiment. Also included in this part of the correspondence are…

GLC06728

February 5, 1860

Simmons, Addie, fl. 1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sarah [Mason]

Writes that she attended a New Year's Eve party. Reports that she has been employed as a second cook for the Newburg Asylum and is enjoying her employment.

GLC06728.001

30 September 1860

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Writes that seven confederate spies have been caught and are being held in the guardhouse. Reports that General Fremont has left to cut off reinforcements from Price and McCulloch at Lexington. Writes that he is at the location where Col. Franz Sigel retreated to during the Springfield battle in August. Also writes that his company passed up an offer to receive new rifles so they were given old ones instead. Describes other conditions of camp and the surrounding land. Written at Camp Rolla

GLC06728.002

17 October 1861

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Reports that some of the soldiers of the company are ill but not dangerously. Describes his uniform equipment, and food at camp. Writes that a prisoner, a lieutenant of Brig. General James McBride was brought in. Prisoners are often brought in and discharged under oath. Asks that his parents send him a newspaper occasionally. Written at Camp Rolla

GLC06728.003

31 October 1861

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Writes that there are fifty prisoners digging trenches to place cannons in. Also includes a letter written October 31st. Hs just returned from regimental review. Writes that he would like to become a member of the Free Masons; and would welcome information in regards to the Order.Written at Camp Rolla

GLC06728.004

1 November 1861

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his sister Etta

Reports that fifteen prisoners were caught and sent to headquarters for examination. Describes how picket guard is done. Writes that it will cost one dollar to get his picture taken. Written at Camp Rolla

GLC06728.005

1 December 1861

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Writes that he is just recovering from the measles and is feeling "morbid". Reports that General Sigel is camped close by with six thousand men. Also reports that Major General Alexander Asboth is at Gasconade with many men. Written at Camp Rolla

GLC06728.006

19 December 1861

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his family

Writes that he is feeling better, though he still can't speak aloud. Reports that three companies of infantry went to Salem to clear a band of rebels. There is rumor that General Price has been replaced but the rumor has not been confirmed. Writes about the different foods he's been eating and has purchased. Written at Camp Rolla.

GLC06728.007

December 18, 1861

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Feels it will be impossible for him to get furlough or discharged. Reports that the colonel is under arrest for fraud and the chaplain for collecting two months wages more than was due to him. Two lieutenants and the Quarter Master are also under arrest. Has asked his captain about joining a Free Masons; lodge. Written at Camp Rolla

GLC06728.008

9 January 1862

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his brother Edgar Wright and sister Lydia Wright

Writes that General Wyman of the 14th Illinois has command of the post. Reports that Sigel and Asboth's divisions are also there. Describes how he spent New Year's Eve with lots of food sent to the soldiers from Illinois.Written at Camp Rolla

GLC06728.009

January 10, 1862

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Writes that the regiment has received two six-mule teams per company, some of which are secesh property. Had a New Year's feast of courtesy of the friends of Illinois. Compares prices of produce in Illinois to produce prices in Rolla, Mo. Writes that the Masons; have attempted to get a lodge started but have failed. Has heard rumors that Sigel has resigned. In a post script note he writes that the colonel has been cleared of all charges against him. Written at Camp Rolla

GLC06728.010

January 25, 1862

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Writes that he will be marching to Springfield, about 70 miles from his present location, to "bag old Price". Also includes a newspaper clipping reporting that the 36th Illinois has left for the West.

GLC06728.011

1861-1890

Phillips, George W., fl. 1861-1890

Header Record

Title: Letters of soldier in 9th Alabama infantry

111 wardate plus 62 reconstruction and postwar letters.

GLC06729

1864/06/14

Semmes, Raphael, 1809-1877

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Samuel Barron re: U.S.S. Kearsage off the port side

"The Kearsage is off the port, which I understand of course, as a challenge." Also he deposited four and a half sacks of gold sovereign in Cherbourg.

GLC06730

1864/07/06

Winslow, John Ancrum, 1811-1873

Letter signed

Title: to Edward E. Preble re: letter of recommendation for him, praising his bravery

Praising Preble for action under fire in the battle between Kearsage and Alabama.

GLC06731

1870/08/17

Lybrook, Bettie W., fl. 1870

Autograph letter signed

Title: re: criticizing the KKK but without it the no white lady would be safe in Ala.

With envelope.

GLC06732

1857/06/24

Langford, Liberty, fl. 1857

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Craig Langford re: Kentucky master negotiating sale of family to former slave

The former slave wants to buy his wife and daughter out of slavery. According to GLC 6733.04, Liberty may be Craig's father.

GLC06733.01