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Magnolia weekly. [Vol. 2, no. 26 (March 26, 1864)]

General Farragut has abandoned the bombardment of Fort Powell, Lincoln calls for two hundred thousand more men.

GLC05959.61.08

Staunton spectator. [Vol. 39, no. 28 (December 9, 1862)]

Proclamation by Virginia Governor John Letcher, recommendation by Colonel Baylor as Brig. Gen. of the Stonewall Brigade, Letter published of General Imboden.

GLC05959.65.02

to his mother and sister

Writes about sightseeing in Washington and his plans for the rest of his return journey, including stopping in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

GLC03603.209

to his family

Writes of the lull in activity for officers in the camp. He is reading a book titled "Hard Cash." Describes a problem with the Ordinance Officer over vouchers.

GLC03603.261

To his wife

"Last night was my first experience in a tent we had to set up our tents last night after dark and had no straw so we had to sleep on the ground[.]" Mentions inspecting himself for lice. Written on patriotic stationery.

GLC04558.002

To his wife

Waiting for letters, rumors of peace propositions, visiting capitol building, rations.

GLC04558.004

to his sister

References his sister's letters of 25 July and 5 September 1862, which he received on 15 March 1863. Also received her letters from 5 & 7 January as well as 5 February. Tells her not send letter by the Naval Lyceum as letters are allowed to sit there...

GLC02828.08

to his mother and sister

Writes about having to send George away and of the impression he made on the other officers. He is still unsure of why the regiment was moved.

GLC03603.210

to his family

Writes that he was regretful for sending George away so suddenly. He did so because of a rumor that the regiment might be involved in a battle. Some officers have their wives with them. Says that he has heard from Cousin Lemuel that George is very...

GLC03603.211

to his family

Thanks his mother for sending the newspapers and clippings. Writes of experiencing a very bad snow storm and the poor conditions of the enlisted mens' shelters. Whiskey was served to the entire regiment for warmth. Believes that his regiment is...

GLC03603.212