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to Father

He arrives in Albany and travels from Albany to Troy. Then he took a train and described the scenery as "splendid." He gives his address where he will receive mail.

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to Father

He makes stops in Crowne Point, Port Henry and a place called "Maria." He describes Maria as a great place for hunting and fishing. At one point they camped in a deserted log hut.

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to Father

He stayed in a house owned by a Mr. Barlow and developed a terrible toothache and had to see the doctor. Then he went sailing and visited Rattle Snake Mountain.

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to Father

He is about to leave Rikers Island and assures his father he is safe and leaves him some instructions. He wants him to call after his weekly salary. He writes he could not rest "until I took and shouldered my musket in defence of my country."

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to Father

He currently has excellent accomodations. He expects to get to the city by Sunday and is enjoying good health.

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to Father

He will call on his father when he reaches the city. He wants to know the details of his interview with Mr. Choate.

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to Father

He is glad to finally be leaving Rikers Island, and says he would have deserted if they had been there one more week. Once they reach Fort Monroe, everyone will have to have a rifle. He insists his father draw his pay every month as it will be of no...

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to Father

He writes that he is very busy and cannot write much now but will write a long letter soon.

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to Father

He briefly outlines a battle that took place at Bethel where the enemy was 8,000 strong. They expect them to attack again. the union lays siege with 10,000 federal troops.

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to Father

Lately the accomodations are very bad and he begs his father to entreat his discharge and promises never to enlist again.

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to Father

Once again asks his father to writer to the Colonel asking for his discharge. He thinks he can get it because he is underage.

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to Father

He begs his father to get him discharged on account of his age.

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to Father

He thanks his father for his kind letter and for writing to the Secretary for his discharge. Sorry to hear his father feels bad about it.

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to Father

He writes about the capture of four Lousiana Zouaves and a secession flag. He thinks his father has a better chance of getting his discharge if he applies to the magistrate on a writ of Habeus Corpus.

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to Father

He thanks him for all he is doing to try to get his discharge, but says he does not want his father to feel bad if he does not succeed.

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to Father

He no longer cares whether he goes home or not. Says he was only homesick and has grown accustomed to his circumstances.

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to Father

A gun-boat called Penguin lies there for the purpose of watching the movements of the enemy. He heard the sound of muskets firing while at brigade drill. He later learned it was a sham battle between regiments.

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to Father

Since General Wool took over, things have improved greatly, down to the cook. He witnessed a naval battle between the Frigate Savannah and a Secession gun-boat. He writes that he received more clothes including a regular's fatigue suit. He now longs...

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to Father

He anticipates that they will move to Fort Clark on Saturday and tells him not to write until he hears from him first.

GLC07705.019

to Father

He writes that he really likes this life and would like it even more if he were fighting...reminds him to call on John's sister.

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to Father

Written onboard a steamer. He describes Fort Hattera where they met two schooners on their way to Philadelphia. They have captured five vessels since the boys have been there. He describes the island as the one that Robinson Crusoe lived on. The...

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to Father

They are in possession of Fort Clark. He describes it as dreary and desolate, just like Coney Island. There are no inhabitants for five miles except mosquitos, but well populated five or six miles from the mainland. got a pass and explored. The...

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to Father

He saw an English vessel and a ship from Cuba called the Neptune's Car headed for Philadelphia. He is enclosing this letter in a box of shells. Written at Fort Clark.

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to Father

One of their boats, the Fanny, was captured and the crew was taken unaware near Roanoke Island. Written at Fort Clark.

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to Father

The post master came and delivered his salary up to Sept. 1. later he tells the dramatic story of how they rescued the Indiana men from the boat, the Fanny. Written at Fort Clark.

GLC07705.025

to A. Leonard

contains two letters both from E. Storrs. Second one dated 26 July 1863

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to friend

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to Henry

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to father and mother

stamp on last page, "Department of the Interior Pension Office APR 16 1877"

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to Corin

GLC09182.15

to Bymers

GLC09182.16

to A. G. Hart

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Paul and Joyce, Rose and Bess.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia attends a party.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia recounts her morning and how she discovered that the D-Day invasion had occurred. She mentions the crowds around newspaper booths and the quiet on the train as everyone read about the events.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia says there are issues with receiving mail, and mentions Irving Davidson.

GLC09414.0287

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes a visit to her parents, and ongoing issues with mail.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Marge, Adele, Jimmy, Pepi and parents.

GLC09414.0289

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia complains about the mail again, is glad that he is kept busy, misses him.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia tried a new Russian restaurant, and goes to a new doctor.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about how nice the weather is, and refers to a letter of Moe's about English pastures.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions the location of the new office she will be working at in Harlem, as well as how different the neighborhood is from what she is used to.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions her activities with draft board. Also that her Father is ill.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about father's illness.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about a union function where she heard a lecture on race and politics.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia says her family received letter from Pepi saying she's coming come because she split from Willie.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about the erratic weather, and mentions that she saw Margie and Joe.

GLC09414.0298

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia finally received all of Moe's letters and immediately responds to them all.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia received more of Moe's letters, and responds to each one.

GLC09414.0300

to Father

He embarked on the steamer Lousiana and arrived in the dock of Washington City where the men and women asked what regiment they were from. Upon replying Hawkins, they received a warm welcome.

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to Father

Although his request for a leave of absence to go to New York was denied, Col. Hawkins said he could go as far as Washington. Then writes about the benefits of his promotion. Heasks for a leather valise and includes a list of items of things he will...

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to Father

C.K's men landed at Port Royal and captured 15 furloughed rebel soldiers from Richmond.

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to Father

He is glad his father received the $22 and glad he heard from Mr. Evarts even though his attempts were not successful.

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to Father

Duryee's Zoaves have arrived and are temporarily quartered with them. saw Ben Parkland.

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to Father

He heard Gen. Lee and his army were advancing , so cavalry and artillery changed their positions. He wants to know why Mr. Watson doesn't write. Andy Dobbs brought 15 new recruits.

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to Father

He heard a bridge blow up as well as a goverment factory. He describes the country side. Last page written over.

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to Father

The cavalry rode to the edge of town and met the rebels in considerable force. The union troops then entered the town admidst much cheering. A false report surfaced that he was taken prisoner.He had dysentary.

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to Father

He has enclosed 3 card photographs, not included here.

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to Father

Squads in hundreds of rebel prisoners are coming in. Hospitals are full of both Union and Confederate soldiers but he remains healthy.

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to Father

They lost 300 or 400 men in the last battle.

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to Father

He assures his father that a mistake has been made when the claim is made that the zoaves participated in the battle of Antietam. They were, in fact held in reserve. He says the army is behind in its payments.

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to Father

He notes that President Lincoln arrived in town after his visit with the Grand Army and made two short speeches.

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to Father

He writes that Mr. Hallow received his father's letter informing him the money written for by him had been sent on.

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to Father

He describes the beauty of where they are camped in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Then talks of the beautiful new uniform.

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to Father

He left encampment at Pleasant Valley and marched onward until they crossed the Potomac into Virginia. He is now in charge of some 40 men.

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to Father

He is glad the Haller family received the money everyone was so worried about.

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to Father

He camped where the rebels had possession of in the morning. A skirmish broke out.

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to Father

The army has been cracking down on "stragglers." but says the Ninth has no stragglers and they can march longer than anyone else and Burnside himself has complimented them.

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to Father

General Burnside will now command the Army of the Potomac, and Gen. McClellan will step down. The 9th Army Corps will be sad to see him go. He includes General Orders.

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to Father

He writes they are still here but will probably move on Thursday.

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to Father

He reports a sad incident in which two Germans were practicing a bayonet exercise and one accidently pierced the heart of the other. He tried to shoot himself afterward but was prevented from doing so and locked up.

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to Father

He describes a skirmish across the Rappahanock. He reports that he received the valise with all the items he requested and requests more items like a coat and boots.

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to Father

He talks about the the threat of destruction toward Fredricksburg unless the Rebels surrender it but as of yet the city is left untouched. he mentions Mr. Whitaker.

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to Father

Fredricksburg remains in possession of the Rebels and he hopes they will stay where they are for the next few days. He expects the Paymaster soon. The latest General Orders praises the 9th.

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to Father

He sent a box containing his old uniform to his father, as well as a portfolio, some letters. He heard that Dunyee's zoaves were about seven miles away. There was a grand review of General Sickles division.

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to Father

They are ordered to cook three days rations and to cross the Fredricksburg river. He discusses his payment details.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia had lunch with Ruth, who went to see her father.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia met with her father's psychiatrist, she reports that he is a great guy.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia arrived home exhausted, she walked along sheepshead bay that day.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia visited Hy and Ann in their new apartment.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes her breakfast in great detail, as well as a day at the beach with friends.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia responds to three letters she has just received from Moe.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports the news that she hears on the radio.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia questions why the last letter she has received from Moe is dated six days ago.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports that her father has gotten worse, Joe is still in the hospital and Pop is still working.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia discusses the books they are reading, and a conversation she had with Olga about Marty.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia tells Moe how much she misses him. She also mentions sleeping at her mothers, and talking to her mom about Mads pregnancy.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Ruth and Sammy B., talks of bookkeeping and filing.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions a Lillian R. and her parents.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports that no matter what they do, her father doesn't seem to be improving.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia answers the letters she has received from Moe in order.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes a movie she saw, mentions Pepi, Adele, Ann, and parents.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports that her father has had more "spells", mentions Hy.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

This letter features stick figures showing the events of Sylvia's day.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks of politics from America to Europe, including Russia's role in the war.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia writes that she received four letters from Moe. She also discusses saving money, mentions Esther, Max and Sammy Beeker.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

This letter is entirely in pictures showing Sylvia and Moe at various locations.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Sammy Hoffman and Hy, and responds to letters she has received from Moe.

GLC09414.0349

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia visited her Mom, and mentions Bess, Pepi and Dick.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia describes an outing with Bess

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