8 March 1865

Cranor, Franklin, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Delia Slocum

re: Reports that washed out bridges have resulted in no mail delivery for a week. He writes that lack of news has made him "tired and lonesome." After the arrival of the postmaster he closes his letter and reopens it the next day, where he mentions a telegraph dispatch reporting General Sheridan's capture of Confederate General Erling [Early]. He is afraid it is "all most too good to be true."

GLC03791.024

11 April 1865

Cranor, Franklin, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Delia Slocum

re: Records the reaction in camp to Lee's surrender to Grant at Appomattox. "Cheering, yelling an shooting of there guns and it was kept up till about three Oclock this morning[.]"

GLC03791.025

28 April 1865

Cranor, Franklin, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Delia Slocum

re: Cranor describes his move from Blue Springs back to Nashville and the somber mood present after Lincoln's assassination ("evry thing is dressed in mourning.") He writes that he talked to the "rebs" who said that they thought Johnson would be harder on them then Lincoln.

GLC03791.026

11 May 1865

Cranor, Franklin, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Delia Slocum

re: Cranor reports there has been some speculation about getting out of the army in July, but he doesn't believe it. He reports on a recent severe storm and its destruction in camp.

GLC03791.027

13 July 1865

Cranor, Franklin, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Delia Slocum

. re: "I will give you a short not of our trials and trubells since we left Nashville[.]" He also reports that there next stop is in Texas, 900 miles away by water "and that is the way we will go[.]" He reports on hot weather and poor health, but also that he has been recommended for 2nd Lieutenant. He stops his letter as a result of sickness which he reports in his conclusion written the 15th.

GLC03791.028

5 August 1865

Cranor, Franklin, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Delia Slocum

Records his crossing of the Gulf of Mexico and the sea sick boys. He writes that he got sick then and remains so. He writes that sickness has been a problem for the whole regiment and records the illness of two mutual acquaintances. He reports a desire to go home as he is "getting tired of the suny south," and closes by saying he is both "sick and out of heart."

GLC03791.029

4 September 1865

Cranor, Franklin, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Delia Slocum

re: Cranor reports going to church for the first time since he left Indiana on his furlough last spring. He reports that his regiment are the only troops in the area, a big change, but one that he enjoys. He complains of his inability to be home and hints that Delia should consider marriage and that the men hate Johnson because he is keeping them there: ("I dont think it would be any loss to our country if some fellow would assassinate Old Johnson.

GLC03791.030

28 November 1877 - 3 December 1877

Autograph document signed

Title: [authorization to Herbert A. Lee]

They give authorization to Herbert A. Lee of the American Collecting Agency in New York City to act in the bankruptcy case of Joseph B. Cornish of Washington, NJ, with the amounts listed.

GLC00687.252

April 24, 1866

Wheeler, Charles, fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to A. F. Williams

He would like to purchase a limb and wants to know what the government subsidizes.

GLC00687.220

April 26, 1866

Cowles, Alfred, fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to A. F. Williams

He writes in regards to a local soldier with an amputated leg. His doctor recommended him to Mr. Douglass of Springfield for a limb, but perhaps their company can give him a better deal. He remarks on their competition in the City and inquires if they have lowered their prices

GLC00687.221

1866

Farnsworth, Joseph W., fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mr. Condell

The Surgeon General gave him a circular of Condell limbs and he would like more information. He poses some specific questions about the locket. Letter's date reads April 26, but no year is given.

GLC00687.222

May 4, 1866

Turner, George, fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to A. F. Williams

The Surgeon General gave him a circular of Condell limbs and he would like more information. He poses some specific questions about the locket. Letter's date reads April 26, but no year is given.

GLC00687.223

May 5, 1866

Seal, William, fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sir

He is doing research to know who makes the best artificial leg.

GLC00687.224

May 7, 1866

Burrill, James S., fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George May Powell

Now is the time for the company to act if they want to work in Georgia. If the company will pay his expenses, he will go and work out the same kind of contract they have in Tennessee, selling legs and arms for $125 from state factories

GLC00687.225

May 16, 1866

Gaillard, Edwin Samuel, fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sir

He regrets not being able to provide the requested information. The artificial limb enterprise is greatly needed and many companies want to build factories in the South.

GLC00687.226

May 21, 1866

Condell, J., fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George May Powell

He wanted to fire Mr. Hawkins but has reconsidered the matter due to insufficient funds to pay him and to the way the community may view the company. He reports that Mr. Hepburn has come from Canada and Mr. Ross should be sent immediately to the South.

GLC00687.227

May 23, 1866

Blake, Charles F., fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George May Powell

Mr. Sullivan does not want to wait too long to sell his quarter to GMP's friend. He wants to know if GMP and Mr. Miler will sell their shares.

GLC00687.228

May 25, 1866

Paine, J. T., fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to A. F. Wiliams

He requests a circular for their artificial limbs.

GLC00687.229

May 29, 1866

Smith, Hiram, fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to A. F. Wiliams

He wants to know when his limbs will be ready for him to pick up so he can plan.

GLC00687.230

May 29, 1866

Sperling, A.B., fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to A. F. Williams

He read the Independent and as he lost his right arm, would like their circular.

GLC00687.231

June 1, 1865

Williams, A. F., fl. 1864-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to J. W. Sullivan

Because GMP did not write with their proposition, he agrees to use efficient skill and energy to start with a plan listing people and their interest in the patent. GMP will raise necessary funds to set things in motion, and will consequently receive 20% of all sales of limbs.

GLC00687.232

June 22, 1866

Scott, D.M., fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to A. F. Williams

He would like to order a limb but would rather come to New York for a fitting rather than send in his measurements. He offers a couple of different ways to have a fitting.

GLC00687.233

November 12, 1866

Ward & Briggs

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Condell Life Like Limb Company

They make arm and leg joints and supply some of the largest houses in the trade. Their style, satisfaction, and price will probably please the company.

GLC00687.234

16 June 1858

May, Lucius S., fl. 1858

Autograph document signed

Title: Lucius S May & Wife & George May Powell Power of Attorney

They grant GMP power of attorney, to sell and lease their property.

GLC00687.235

12 April 1860

State of Wisconsin. County of Pierce. County Treasurer's Office.

Autograph document signed

Title: [land tax receipt for George May Powell]

GLC00687.236.01