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GLC09542

Women in the War We Can't Win Without Them

GLC09543

to Adeline Burpee

He describes the inside of his tent and the food that is available to them. He mentions that a lot of the officers have their wives with them. He is upset that the papers are so inaccurate. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.125

to Thomas Burpee

Mostly illegible scribbles. In a different hand, probably his mother, writes Charley loves his father very much.

GLC02744.297

to Thomas Burpee

Lucien writes he has been to church and Sunday school. There have been two snow storms and he wonders if his father got his valentine.

GLC02744.300

to Joshua Mauger

A recent death may require Mauger to come to town, but Watson hopes he will wait until the weather improves

GLC03902.045

to Joshua Mauger

Informs Mauger about the results of a Trinity House election. The Irish proposition in Parliament has met with much opposition.

GLC03902.046

to Joshua Mauger

He is glad to hear Mauger had a safe trip to Warborne. The House debated the Irish Proposition until 6 am.

GLC03902.047

to Joshua Mauger

He apologizes for not writing sooner, but he has been busy trying to pass bills in the House of Commons. The new settlements in Canada are doing well. The Irish resolutions now have to pass the House of Lords. Watson may have to serve as Sheriff...

GLC03902.048

to Joshua Mauger

He has been made Sheriff of Michaelmass.

GLC03902.049

to Joshua Mauger

He is uncertain when parliament will adjourn. He hopes to see Mauger at Warborne.

GLC03902.050

to Joshua Mauger

Mauger is ill again. Watson wishes to visit Mauger but is uncertain when he will be able to.

GLC03902.051

to Joshua Mauger

He would like to meet Mauger in Warborne rather than have Mauger risk a trip into London. [Mauger is still not well.] He is preparing to take over his duties as Sheriff.

GLC03902.052

to Joshua Mauger

Mr. Tyler wishes to make an offer on Mauger's property at Halifax.

GLC03902.053

to Joshua Mauger

He will visit the Canadian colonies in the spring. He hopes Mauger's condition improves.

GLC03902.054

to Joshua Mauger

Comments on Mauger's illness. Encloses a letter from Leslie Groce [Not in collection.]

GLC03902.055

to Joshua Mauger

Mauger will come to London for the election of a Trinity Brother.

GLC03902.056

to Joshua Mauger

He will visit General D'Auvergne tomorrow. He comments on the pageantry of the coming week and the executions to follow.

GLC03902.057

to Joshua Mauger

He has not heard from Mauger and is worried. Families of property from Nantucket are settling at Dartmouth. Watson foretold the minister that this would happen as a result of the Alien Laws of the United States.

GLC03902.058

to Joshua Mauger

Discusses a case of theft and the weather.

GLC03902.059

to Joshua Mauger

Encloses a letter from Mr. Sharp and hopes that Mauger will be cleared. [See letters # 239 & 240.]

GLC03902.060

to Joshua Mauger

[Fragment: 2nd sheet] Continued May 5. Writes regarding the army and plans for the governor to jail someone.

GLC03902.067

to Joshua Mauger

Responding to news of Michael Francklin's death. [Third digit of the year is difficult to make out, but Francklin died on 11/8/1782, so that seems likely to be an 8.]

GLC03902.069

to Joshua Mauger

John Butler endorsement on a debt owed to Joshua Mauger. The location is written simply as Yeovil; it is not clear which country it originated from.

GLC03902.070

to Joshua Mauger

He asks Mauger if his presence is needed in town, however, he would rather lament his loss in private. [Could refer to the death of his wife (and Mauger's daughter) Sarah. Letter # 206 of William Dean dated 10/24/1772 mentions settling the will of...

GLC03902.071

to Joshua Mauger

He thanks Mauger for news about his nephew. He indicates he will check on deliveries, offers a gift of poultry and hopes that Mrs. Mauger can be persuaded to support his endeavor.

GLC03902.072

to Joshua Mauger

He is feeling better and will search for "the late Mr. Durell's book of Orders" when he returns to town.

GLC03902.073

to Joshua Mauger

He is sending a package to Picadilly for Nancy. The price of firewood has compelled him to switch to coal, but he must first find the grates to burn it on.

GLC03902.074

to Joshua Mauger

Business concerning the execution of Vice-Admiral Philip Durell's will. He says he will send Nancy to a boarding school if she is causing trouble for the Maugers.

GLC03902.075

to Joshua Mauger

Discusses adapting fireplaces to burn coal.

GLC03902.076

to Joshua Mauger

He may have "a touch of the gout." Miss Durell has a disagreeable nature and if she persists in her behavior after "serious advice," she must leave Mauger's house.

GLC03902.077

to Joshua Mauger

Comments about the weather and gives news of friends.

GLC03902.078

to Joshua Mauger

Mrs. Mauger wants Miss Durell out of the house.

GLC03902.079

to Joshua Mauger

His troops are preparing to move out. He expects the Declaration of War to continue.

GLC03902.080

to Joshua Mauger

Written regarding a dinner invitation and plans.

GLC03902.081

to Joshua Mauger

He cannot get bread or flour to Joshua Mauger before the end of the next month.

GLC03902.082

to Joshua Mauger

Discusses news of family and friends.

GLC03902.083

to Joshua Mauger

Discusses news of family and friends. Also, says it is strange that they are only informed of American losses.

GLC03902.084

to Joshua Mauger

Expressing sympathy for Mauger and urging him to remain stoic in the face of his illness.

GLC03902.085

to Joshua Mauger

He needs to borrow £ 105 to pay off Miss Durell's debt.

GLC03902.086

to Joshua Mauger

Discusses people who are considering buying one of Mauger's houses.

GLC03902.087

to Joshua Mauger

Discusses the lease of a house.

GLC03902.088

to Joshua Mauger

He has not heard from his nephew and hopes that Mauger can give him information concerning the boy. Location is given as "Southton" - may be Southampton.

GLC03902.089

to Joshua Mauger

He thinks it was unnecessary for the British to evacuate Boston and wonders how the American troops managed to beat the British army.

GLC03902.090

to Joshua Mauger

Encloses a letter (GLC03902.091.02) from D'Auvergne's nephew who served in Boston. Location is given as "Southton" - may be Southampton.

GLC03902.091.01

to James D'Auvergne

Enclosed with GLC3902.091.01. Mostly personal news concerning an application for service at home. Briefly mentions the British evacuation of Boston.

GLC03902.091.02

to Joshua Mauger

"Tuesday." He will write to Mr. Olive to collect the £80 Mauger owes him. News concerning the rental property "Millbrooke."

GLC03902.092

to Joshua Mauger

He has applied for the governorship of the Isle of Wight ["White"]. Location is given as "Southton" - may be Southampton.

GLC03902.093

to Joshua Mauger

Mr. Bellie is leaving school at Christmas and is good with accounts.

GLC03902.094

to Joshua Mauger

He sent money to Miss Bellie.

GLC03902.095