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July 24, 1862

Pearce, William, fl. 1861-1869

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Priscilla

William Pearce writes about oaths of allegiance in Memphis. He explains that non-jurors would be forced out without their possessions. He also mentions a storm blowing down soldiers' tents.

GLC00066.100

August 7, 1862

Pearce, William, fl. 1861-1869

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Priscilla

In his letter, William Pearce discusses a federal law to reduce servants' salaries.

GLC00066.101

August 10, 1862

Pearce, William, fl. 1861-1869

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Priscilla

William Pearce comments on being paid and spending instructions.

GLC00066.102

August 18, 1862- August 20, 1862

Pearce, Priscilla, fl. 1861-1868

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William

Priscilla Pearce mentions church finances and William's salary reduction.

GLC00066.103

August 20, 1862

Pearce, William, fl. 1861-1869

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Priscilla

William Pearce bitterly relates that he attempted to resign due to illness, but the resignation was not accepted.

GLC00066.104

August 24, 1862

Pearce, William, fl. 1861-1869

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Priscilla

William Pearce reports that his resignation has still not been accepted. He mentions that the regiment will be moving to Alton, Illinois.

GLC00066.105

August 28, 1862

Pearce, William, fl. 1861-1869

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Frederic

William Pearce reports that his resignation was still not accepted. He also discusses finances. The letter was written in pencil.

GLC00066.106

September 11, 1862

Pearce, William, fl. 1861-1869

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Priscilla

William Pearce advises his family to leave Marietta, because he is fearful of a Confederate attack on that city.

GLC00066.107

September 19, 1862

Pearce, Priscilla, fl. 1861-1868

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William

In her letter to William, Priscilla Pearce writes that she does not see the need to leave Marietta. She also discusses finances.

GLC00066.108

November 27, 1862

Pearce, Priscilla, fl. 1861-1868

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Selina

Writes to her sister about church and family.

GLC00066.109

March 24, 1863

Burris, fl. 1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Pearce

Adjutant Burris apologizes for spreading rumors of Pearce's drinking.

GLC00066.110

March 24, 1863

Burris, fl. 1863

Letter

Title: to William Pearce

Copy of Burris' letter (GLC02437.00066.110) apparently in Edgar Pearce's hand.

GLC00066.111

August 14, 1863

Bailey, Silas, fl. 1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Pearce

Bailey Silas discusses church matters in his letter to William Pearce.

GLC00066.112

May 7, 1864

Pearce, William, fl. 1861-1869

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Selina

William Pearce writes to Selina, who was away in Granville at school. He discusses family news.

GLC00066.113

May 16, 1868

Davis, William, fl. 1868

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aunt Priscilla

In his letter, Davis William mentions William Pearce's upcoming trip to England.

GLC00066.114

March 15, 1863

Pearce, Charles, fl. 1863-1869

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

Charles Pearce writes about politics and party division in his letter to his father.

GLC00066.115

April 11, 1863

Pearce, Charles, fl. 1863-1869

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mother

Charles Pearce discusses his belief that the war will end before that fall. He mentions a clash between a sergeant and local rebel. He also includes an autograph note signed by "Susan."

GLC00066.116