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Miscellaneous news clipping including: obituaries, anniversary and birthday celebrations, G.A.R. reunion news, and other news related to the Tillotson family.

GLC04558.206

Ambrotype of Tillotson family

Ambrotype of Mrs. Tillotson, Leon, Georgina (age 6) and Lucy (age 3) in a wooden case.

GLC04558.207

to Aaron Hobart

Seeks Hobart's aid in discovering the status of a pension application for a widow, Nabby Gardner, of a soldier killed in the War of 1812. The docket contain information on Zachary Gardner's service.

GLC06313.04.170

to Aaron Hobart

Notes a town meeting in which republican town officers were re-elected over opposition from local federalists. Discusses the county convention, the appropriations bill, and payment owed to a Mr. Morton for capturing a barge (see GLC06313.165)....

GLC06313.04.171

to Aaron Hobart

Writes to his cousin to thank him for information about the recent congressional vote on the bankuptcy bill. Expresses surprise at the result and his belief that it will not pass without significant changes. Comments on local opinion of the bill...

GLC06313.04.172

to Aaron Hobart

Discusses the account of William Otis and related paperwork. Inquires about games of chess played by Colonel Bassett.

GLC06313.04.173

to Aaron Hobart

Writes to his nephew about a local nominating convention. Asks about the bankruptcy bill before Congress. Comments on other local political and family matters. Asks if Hobart will be visiting home when Congress recesses.

GLC06313.04.174

to Fannie Schoonmaker

Printed on stationery marked "Liberty and Union." Has a "troubled mind." Does not know why she has not responded to his letter. Is "ready to face the enemy and stand fast." The regiment is going to move, and he has to go to the "cursed hospital" for...

GLC02164.07

to Lodema

Writes from Chantilly Camp. Experiencing extreme winter weather, such as snow, but are surprisingly comfortable. Has no war news to report, there is more information in the papers. S. Z. Dickinson is still in the Regimental Hospital and very sick...

GLC02596.07

to Lodema

Encamped near Potomac Creek, Virginia about four miles from Hartford Court House and six or seven miles from Fredericksburg, Virginia. Left the camp at Hall Farm on Saturday and went to Fairfax, Ohio and found the troops. Saw S. Z. Dickinson at...

GLC02596.11

to Clara M. Miller

(pp. 2 and 5 written vertically on inner leaves; takes 3 months to get letters). re: Loved the pictures that Clara sent him. Looks at the pictures about 20 times a day. Remembers the good old times. Writes with much affection towards Clara. Tries to...

GLC05755.034

to Estelle Spero

Diamond wonders "how these Nips can keep getting literally slaughtered." He comments that this is one period that he doesn't want to share with anyone: "I'm spending the rest of my life forgetting it."

GLC09120.375

to Estelle Spero

Diamond apologizes for the brevity of his notes, explaining that he doesn't have the time, place or imagination to write more. He promises to "come out of this mess."

GLC09120.376

to Estelle Spero

Diamond describes a reconnaissance trip that all of the officers had gone on that afternoon.

GLC09120.377

to Estelle Spero

Diamond comments on how sad it is "that man must come to destroy, scar, and burn."

GLC09120.378

to Estelle Spero

Diamond compares his current situation to attempting to descend an upwards-bound escalator: "One steps down only to be brought back to the starting point."

GLC09120.379

to Estelle Spero

Diamond states that he seldom writes when in the field, primarily "because there is nothing of consequence to relate."

GLC09120.380

to Estelle Spero

Diamond informs Estelle that he is writing in a hole, with a small lantern providing light.

GLC09120.381

[Pencil sketch. Man on boulders]

GLC02673.03

[Minutes of a Bishop's Court held in Slaterville Schoolhouse March 20th 1886 for the purpose of Bro. Henry Browns to show cause why he should not be disfelloweshiped from the Slaterville Ward . . . for apostasy.]

GLC05756.007

[Minutes of Court held in 4th Ward . . . charge prefered against William Thompson for apostasy.]

GLC05756.010

[Roll of the High Council of Weber Stake]

GLC05756.018

to his parents

Reports the death of Capt. Holden from a wound through the muscle of the arm below the elbow. Also reports that one corporal was killed and two wounded, leaving four corporals on duty. He has finally been paid and hopes to be paid again soon....

GLC06728.033

to Etta

Writes that he is on picket duty twice a week and that he was recently in Knoxville. Reports that contraband come into the lines every day to list for sugar. Also reports that the troops are currently engaged at Dandridge.

GLC06728.039

to his sisters

Complains about the monotony of the barracks. Left for Vicksburg early in the morning. Describes the eating habits of the soldiers and compares them to pigs eating swill. Writes that his eating utensils consist of a tin cup and a jack knife.

GLC06728.040

to Frank

Describes a series of events including a skirmish with General Hood's forces and the battles of Franklin and Nashville. Writes that some men from the company were lost and some "pretty badly demoralized". Also writes that the soldiers are living on...

GLC06728.080

to Thomas Weeks

Writes to inform Weeks that he is still alive and would like to hear from him.

GLC06728.095

to John Weeks

Is happy to hear from "one of our boys that is still alive". Writes that George Biddulph, John Gardon, and Capt. James Hogue are still living in the area. Assures Weeks that any of the men would be willing to help him out with his case.

GLC06728.102

to John and Lizzie Weeks

Writes that it has been a long time since they have written. Discusses family. Includes a note from their sister Em. She discusses news of family and friends.

GLC06728.110

diary belonging to John F. Weeks--Includes entries for almost every day of the year 1862.

includes what looks like a peacock feather

GLC06728.138

[Poem about soldiers]

Four line poem about soldiers.

GLC07687.176

to Edwin B. Sherzer

GLC05755.111

to Parents

GLC07687.016

to Parents

GLC07687.017

to Parents

GLC07687.060

to Parents

GLC07687.063

to Parents

GLC07687.076

to Eleanor Hammond

Is very healthy: "cough is most well, my appetite is first rate, and I feel first rate." Leg is still a bit sore, but it is getting better. Fayette is healthy, but Joseph has the mumps. Eats all he can get at, and gets enough food. Moved about a mile...

GLC09273.16

to Eleanor Hammond

All are healthy. Feels "first rate...my health is the best it has been for 4 or 5 years," but would feel even better if he were at home. Hopes this letter will find her and Oscar in a similar condition. Has sent $95.50 in total to her in the form of...

GLC09273.34

to Eleanor Hammond

All are healthy. Leg is back to normal. Has not received a letter in two weeks, but supposes that that is on account of the high water taking out some of the railroad. Weather has been cool and windy for 2 or 3 days now. "We lay here very quiet in...

GLC09273.35

to Eleanor Hammond

All are healthy; hopes this letter finds her in equally good health. Has not received a letter since March 10th. Is sending a few pictures with this letter. One shows the railroad bridge that has been built since the battle of Hatcher Run. "It is 35...

GLC09273.36

to "Dear Halus"

Signed "JP"

GLC02181.14

[Pencil and ink wash. Eagle Cliff]

GLC02673.08

[Water color. Hotel on Seneca Lake]

Water color on tissue-backed paper.

GLC02673.12

[Front of Stone House]

Note on verso: "Francis Carleton [illegible] Grandpa, Nottingham, N.H. Sept. 1899."

GLC02673.47

to Shurtliff

Submitting to the High Court for payment of a debt by G. G. Linford. Enclosing a decision of the Bishop's Court of North Ogden between Garner and Linford. Linford refuses to pay the settlement .

GLC05756.058

A minute of the Bishop's Court

Order for James Wilson to repay a loan of $359.68 to Thomas Read within 30 days.

GLC05756.060

to James Wilson

He is willing to abide by the decision of the High Council nd asks Wilson to "select your man at you erelist [earliest] convience . . . ."

GLC05756.063

[Copy of Minutes of Bishop's Court]

GLC05756.065

to A. W. Millgate

"Copy" Correcting his vote to be in favor of Brother Ballantyne's motion.

GLC05756.080

to Chris Johnson

Received his letter of apology and forgives him.

GLC05756.094

to Chris Johnson

[copy] Received his letter of apology and forgives him.

GLC05756.095

to whom it may concern

Forgiving Mark Hall for "the act committed to my husband. . . . ."

GLC05756.114

E. D. Morgan

Senator from New York Late Governor of the State of New York
Written on verso: Senator 3/4/63-3/3/69

GLC05603.02.32

to "Powers"

Signed "C S Harrington"

GLC02181.63

to Miller A. Wright

[cousin]. Flora is playfully upset with Miller for not writing recently, charging that she wrote to him last, and that it was several weeks ago that she sent the letter in question. However, she quickly darkens the tone of her prose. Flora is...

GLC02691.11.029

to Miller A. Wright

The salutation reads "Dear Nephew." Moses is helping Miller go into business. He writes briefly here to ensure that he reaches Miller, as he may not see his nephew for a few days.

GLC02691.11.076

to Force [Judge Manning Ferguson Force]

with annotations.

GLC06762.057

to Force [Judge Manning Ferguson Force]

with annotations. Marked confidential

GLC06762.061

to Force [Judge Manning Ferguson Force]

with annotations.

GLC06762.079

to Force [Judge Manning Ferguson Force]

with annotations. Followed by blank half leaf. Envelope dated 12 December.

GLC06762.083

to Force [Judge Manning Ferguson Force]

with annotations.

GLC06762.093

to Force [Judge Manning Ferguson Force]

with annotations.

GLC06762.103

to Eliakim P. Scammon

Orders him to attack Lewisburg and hold it until December 17-18: "The object of this is to engage the attention of the enemy while Brg. Gen. Averell is completing his expedition against the Virginia and Tennessee Railroad at Salem..."

GLC02414.358

to Clara M. Miller

GLC05755.067

to Clara M. Miller

Accompanied by a seventh page: "Xmas 1901. Bill of Fare." A holiday dinner menu which includes "ptarmigan" (a type of arctic grouse, also known as rock or white grouse).

GLC05755.070

to Estelle Spero

Diamond tells Estelle that she is in his heart continuously. Sidney states that the fact that he has not received any letters in weeks has only made him realize the importance of their correspondence. He writes: "Take care of yourself and have all...

GLC09120.551

to Estelle Spero

Diamond mentions that he had run into someone he had trained with in Edgewood. He recalls his first meeting with Estelle. Written en route to the Philippines

GLC09120.554

to Estelle Spero

Diamond writes the letter on board ship, and proceeds to recap the events of the past few weeks in depth, including details of leaving the island, life on board the ship, and even incidents of combat on board ship. Written en route to the Philippines

GLC09120.556

to Samuel Watson Van Nuys

Explains that his plans to deliver clothing and blankets to Company F have been delayed until he receives another letter. Describes the participation of young people in a recent church service, and includes a list of those who have recently joined...

GLC07687.114

to Samuel Watson Van Nuys

General news of home (health, family, weather, crops, etc.) Describes "a great battle in Arkansas" (Pea Ridge?), which involved the 18th Regiment. "It was a glorious victory. I suppose the infernal McCulla [Benjamin McCulloch] is dead at last."...

GLC07687.128

to Samuel Watson Van Nuys

"Stanton has is[s]ued an order forbidding the publishing of Army Movements," thus Vannuys confesses to being uninformed of current army activities. He suspects his son will go to Winchester, and does not believe there will be forward movement on the...

GLC07687.129

to Samuel Watson Van Nuys

GLC07687.130

to Samuel Watson Van Nuys

GLC07687.143

to [illegible]

Signed "J. H. Waldron"

GLC02181.41

to "Powers"

Signed "Gale"

GLC02181.43

to President L.W. Shurtliff

The Tanner case has been very unsettled with Millgate since he has been there, and he has not been able to give it the attention it merits.

GLC05756.155

to Judge D. Thew

GLC06762.006.01

to Force [Judge Manning Ferguson Force]

GLC06762.028

to Force [Judge Manning Ferguson Force]

with annotations

GLC06762.033

to Force [Judge Manning Ferguson Force]

with annotations

GLC06762.040

[Commission for J. H. Van Nuys to carry donated goods]

Commission for J. H. Van Nuys to carry donated goods for the 7th, 9th, 13th, and 14th Indiana Regiments stationed in Western Virginia

GLC07687.167

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe described the British American Circle meeting he attended and recounts a presentation given by Prof Newell, an American who has been living in England for 12 years.

GLC09414.0849

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe liked Sylvia's description of the Educational meeting and the New York City election.

GLC09414.0850

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe recalls the Sunday afternoon war was declared. They took a walk with Paul and Bess and walked near Manhattan Beach, then turned on the radio to find out the news that would change the course of their lives.

GLC09414.0851

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has cabin fever and must go into town for a couple of days. He mentions that he is wearing the sweater that Alfred sent him

GLC09414.0852

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe notes that Sylvia did not eat turkey for Thanksgiving. He, himself, had turkey but her meal sounded superior. He feels grateful that so many family and friends remembered their anniversary.

GLC09414.0853

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is planning to go to town with boys and compliments Sylvia and Esther S. on their fund-raising scheme.

GLC09414.0862

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is having less trouble sleeping during the day because of his blackout shade. He says he will pin up Sylvia's sketch of the fireplace in his room.

GLC09414.0863

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes the popular music program he has been listening to. For the past two weeks he has been taking walks into town, and he describes the sights and sounds and the people he sees during these walks.

GLC09414.0864

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has had trouble sleeping, he mentions that he and Joe are getting along alright and he hopes to see them soon. He also reports that he received a letter from Marty.

GLC09414.0865

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is glad Sylvia is beginning to get his letters. He writes that it is a good thing Eddie is sending her to Newman's for a suit, he got his Dad's there and it is a good buy.

GLC09414.0883

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe mentions an incident at the barber shop where he was being worked on, and all of a sudden someone came in and said he was due to go to work at the depot later that night and needed his haircut right away. The barber was ready to stop what he was...

GLC09414.0884

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe wishes he could spend his time answering Sylvia's letters. He read an article about a show called "She's the Army." It is almost impossible to get tickets for the show, he tried.

GLC09414.0885

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to one of Sylvia's letters, saying it must have been lovely on the boardwalk and has received her kisses she wafted across the sea. He lets her know she is never out of his thoughts for more than a few moments.

GLC09414.0886

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has settled down to an evening of gin with Marty and Jack. He later listened to BBC Home Service because he knows Sylvia listens to the program.

GLC09414.0887

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to a picture show, and enjoyed it. There were songs that he and Sylvia have sung many times, and it brought back a lot of memories.

GLC09414.0888

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's previous letter in which she says the house is cold, and asks if she is having the same trouble as last year. He is glad to hear that Ceil and Dane are married. He writes that she is certainly becoming very busy.

GLC09414.0889

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is glad to know Sylvia thinks of him as often as he thinks of her. He doesn't know if he'll be able to run across Esther Ruskin's brother, but he will try.

GLC09414.0890

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that the gin game will be happening again tonight. He hasn't received the money she sent him yet. He writes that the company is planning a New Year's Eve party.

GLC09414.0891