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to Father

He includes sketch with a soldier standing next to a cannon, tee pees, an American Indian and a banner that says "Union."
He mentions a Sergeant Chas E. Hill.

GLC07705.062

to Father

He complains the only mail he receives are newspapers and his friends seem to have forgotten him.

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to Father

He received the news of his father's upcoming marriage and trip to Rochester. Fred L., who has been sick for some time received a furlough. He mentions all the possessions he left behind when he enlisted.

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to Father

He is sending this letter as well as some other things along with a Corp. Hugh McMann.

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to Father

He is writing to inform him he has forwarded $50.

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to Father

He includes a list of items he is enclosing and insists they may appear insignificant but are very important and must be treated as trophies.

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to Father

He is happy his father is settling down and has been granted a furlough by Col. Hawkins. He writes that the ladies of Roanoke are not so pretty as the ones in New York.

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to Father

He thinks Frank L. must have arrived home by now and has called on his father...Col. Hawkins proceeded on board the brig Port Royal for the purpose of ascending the swamp canal. Lt. Col Kimball detailed all the contrabands to erect arbars in front of...

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to Father

He introduces his father to William S. Hutton, discharged for disability.

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to Father

He is anxiously awaiting a decision on whether or not he will get furlough. John Davis said he will not let any more men go on furlough until he sees Burnside.

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to Father

He is glad he called on Mrs. Milligan. He wants him to call on Janey as well. Burnside has made several trips to Norfolk.

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to Father

He is miffed because a certain Hazelton complains of his experiences as a soldier, when he has only had a few hardships. "Why I only wish they would send them here where the sun would change many of them to niggars and somewhat tan their little kid...

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to Father

He writes of how "Him who ruleth above, that judeth of all men, entreating Him to hold the guiding hand over me while engaged in the dreadful courage of battle..."

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[Instead of addressing via Fortress Monroe say By way of New York]

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to Father

Letter of introduction fro George Jr. Langbeim.

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to Father

He will most certainly be going to Richmond again and mentions that cousin James was wounded in the battle of Fair Oaks.

GLC07705.078

to Father

He encloses a receipt for the two certificates. On his way to Richmond.

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to Father

He writes they are to embark at 6 am and their destination is unknown.

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to Father

He mentions highlights from the recent journey. once they arrived he was the first to get a pass in Norfolk and describes the town.

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to Father

Mentions the Watsons.

GLC07705.082

to Father

He compares Norfolk to New York and points out their similarities. He writes that Portsmouth is much smaller than New York but much prettier. He notes that today is his birthday.

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to Father

He will go to Newport News before going to Richmond. He celebrated his 18th birthday.

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to Father

He lists all the regiments comprising the division of Gen. Burnside. He asks his father to see Evarts and procure a comission for him.

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to Father

He mentions that his father recently took a trip around Central Park with a wounded officer. He also heard that an officer from his regiment called at the house when his father was absent. Heasks his father if he saw Burnside when he was in New York.

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to Father

He received orders to pack up and leave within a half hour. He got paid and will send $25 or $30.

GLC07705.087

to Father

He expected to go up to Harrison's landing but ended up anchored to Fortress Monroe.

GLC07705.088

to Father

He describes the encampment scene on the banks of Rappahanock. He writes that some men will come face to face with the enemy and they are all delighted with this.

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to Father

He mentions an old friend who he found out had been wounded and taken prisoner near RIchmond.

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to Father

He writes of the new recruits that will be coming in and admonishes those who try to pay their way out of serving their country.

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to Father

Though they haven't seen any rebels, writes that if he does he will not take him prisoner but kill him. Cavalry and artillery arrived from Harrison recently. He describes the beautiful scenery and mentions Charlie.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Benny Weegan, and describes her whole day. She also suggests they try new restaurants, etc.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia notes that it has been nine months since she said goodbye to Moe, goes over where he is now versus where he was.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about the movies, and mentions Alice, Al, and Archer.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Mad, and responds to Moe's letters.

GLC09414.0321

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports that she has bought a copy of a French newspaper.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Ruth and Bess, and goes to the dentist.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia's father came home only to have a relapse. He had to be taken to the hospital again.

GLC09414.0324

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talked with her parents of their future.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports that her father is still ill and Mad got a Mexican divorce.

GLC09414.0326

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia says her father must see a psychiatrist, because his health will not improve unless his mental state also improves.

GLC09414.0327

USS Memphis journal: Memorys and Incidents of My Last 60(?) Days in the United States Navy

Diary of Quartermaster Second Class Thomas Barwiss Hagstog Askin, Jr. containing a countdown of days until his relief day. Askin's diary describes day-to-day experiences aboard the USS Memphis. Includes entries regarding correspondence, entertainment...

GLC09555.01

to Father

Yesterday the rebels advanced upon their cavalry pickets and opened fire. A skirmish broke out and quickly ended. He hears they have about 15,000 men which can resist and keep at bay 50 to 100,000 men.

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to Father

He read Col. Kimball's obituary. If his wife desires it, they will have a grand farewell.

GLC07705.159

to Father

Skirmishes broke out resulting in the loss of 6 men.

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to Father

He describes the camp where very often they hear "Johnny Reb's" bullets fly overhead. 3 of their men have been wounded. He regrets joining the infantry, and would have gone into the cavalry or artillery arm instead.

GLC07705.161

to Father

He doesn't think they will move again until Monday when the new enlists arrive. He has adopted a resolution of condolence for Lt Col. Kimbal's family.

GLC07705.162

to Father

Dix issued a telegraph dispatch ordering them to stay after their term of service expires , until May 12th. but they don't want to stay. There's no reason why it is a necessity.

Includes the order given from headquarters.

GLC07705.163

to M. R. Morgan

He writes that Richard Jackson has been engaged as a clerk in the subsistence department at a salary of $75 per month.

GLC07705.164

to Father

On board a steam ship, close to the "Powhattan." He describes the other ships he can see and Fort Sumpter..."The smoke curling up from our guns on Morris Island as well as those of the enemy..." He formed a friendship with Capt. Gadsden of the "Arajo...

GLC07705.165

to Father

There are orders to retain the mail for the present.

GLC07705.166

to Father

Letter informing him that B. Dobbs of his regiment will be calling on him in New York.

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to Father

He writes about his daily schedule. In his off hours he lifts weights, works on his arithmetic, takes a stroll or rides a horse...dines with Andy Dobbs...

GLC07705.168

to Father

Transferring of post to the Commissary Department.

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to Father

Includes a receipt from the Adams Express Company for $35.00.

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to Father

He rode his horse to the other side of the army to Papa Plantation where the planter's negroes offered them dinner.

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to Father

He describes the town of Beaufort.
Includes a drawing of an ironclad on second page of letter.

GLC07705.172

to Father

Wagner and Gregg have fallen and have been captured along with 60 prisoners. The old flag will reign over Sumpter and Charleston. They have reoccupied the entire island.

GLC07705.173

[Invitation to the Sixth Reunion of The Survivors Association of the Third Georgia Regiment]

GLC07705.174

to Father

No sooner had they possession than Gen. Gillmore came whacking at the "Moultrie." A bombardment took place. He writes about the negro camps.

GLC07705.175

to Father

He has not received his watch as of yet. Meanwhile the enemy continues to annoy them on Moultrie and James' Island, but the losses are small. He has a bad toothache.

GLC07705.176

to Father

One of their heavy batteries opened fire and shot Johnson, then threw some shells into Sumter....has been installed as a caterer...seems to be improving on his arithimetic. He feels contempt for the Watson family.

GLC07705.177

to Father

While reading in his tent, he heard a sound which sounded like musketry. Sure enough there was firing due to a rebel boat which approached one of their boats. This started a fight resulting in a wounded officer.

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to Father

They are engaged in strengthening Fort Wagner Gregg, interested in couple of people his father mentioned in his last letter; John and Coyvette Martha. He still feels bitter toward them.

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to Father

He is very busy and does not have adequate time to pursue his arithmetic and other leisure activities. He thinks that when Charleston is taken, he will have an easier time of it.

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to John

He asks John to pay $20 to his father, which he feels he is owed.

GLC07705.181

to Father

The final bombardment of Fort Sumter took place and destroyed the old Confederate flag that flew above it.

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to Father

He sent $50 by Adams Express.

GLC07705.183

to Father

He saw the Arago pass by and is hoping there is mail coming in.

GLC07705.184

to Father

He rode up to the front again and took position in the Beacon where he took a peep at Sumter. He mentions John Davis

GLC07705.185

to Father

The regiment is rapidly filling with "conscripts" from the North. Lincoln has said if not enough men volunteer, a draft will take place which Richard thinks is a good idea.

GLC07705.186

to Father

He hopes his father will find his new position satisfactory. The bombardment is progressively slowing and there are signs of Charleston soon succumbing

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to Father

He describes Thanksgiving. Things have quieted near Fort Wagner. He requests a picture of Martha and describes the weather. He met a deserter who claimed to have come from the Rebels but it turned out he was nothing but a Union deserter.

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to Father

One of their monitors sank and the cause is unknown. There is not much firing going on at present.

GLC07705.189

to Father

He tells the story about the deserter who left after a few weeks to join the Rebels but ended up on Black Island (in possession of the Union troops) and lied by saying he had deserted the Rebels. He was executed.

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to Father

He mentions a possible visit to [Hernandria?] and mentions John Davis and the Watsons.

GLC07705.191

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Mad, and refers to Marty. She also recounts her visit to Coney Island.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Ruth, Bess, Mad and Ben.

GLC09414.0372

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Mad and Ben.

GLC09414.0373

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Florence Fenstone, and Sara Bergman, also Mad and Ben.

GLC09414.0374

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about eating lunch by herself at a table with three strangers.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia had lunch with Lillian, and mentioned Jack.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about Margie, her parents and Pepi.

GLC09414.0377

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Hy, Ben, Ruth, Bess.

GLC09414.0378

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions Henry who is in Alcatraz at the moment. She mentions Florence Finestein, Lizzie and Sam, who is in Naples.

GLC09414.0379

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia had a hard day at work, then went out with Mad and Ben. She also responds to Moe's letters.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia went to see parents, her father is not so well again.

GLC09414.0381

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia acknowledges the Valentine flowers Moe sent.

GLC09414.0382

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia saw a demonstration take place, and her father is still quite ill.

GLC09414.0383

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia woke up find all the lights on. She then went to work as usual, and went to Mad's afterward.

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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions parents, Pepi, Marge.

GLC09414.0385

to Father

He provides a lengthy description of the bombardment of Fredricksburg. The captain got sick so the company was in his command.

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to Father

He wishes his father a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Their regiment had the duty of picketing the Rappahanock. Brags about his regiment and how everyone knows how splendid they are.

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to Father

Poem about New Years'.

GLC07705.122

to Father

This time he picketed, he was not on the river bank but in reserve, so he was deprived of the opportunity to crop with another truce flag. His health and wellness continue.

GLC07705.123

to Father

To his surprise found the carpet bag his father had sent was missing items and it appeared as if the lock had been broken.

GLC07705.124

to Father

The officers headed by Col. Hawkins were taken to the headquarters of Major Gen. Sumner and Gen. Wilcox as well who praised the 9th regiment.

GLC07705.125

to Father

He mentions that there is a movement started by Col. Hawkins to raise funds to build a monument in Central Park or another suitable place to commemorate the officers that have died in the war.

GLC07705.126

to Father

They have been marching with three days cooked rations and 16 rounds ammunition. Meanwhile their destination is unknown.

GLC07705.127

to Father

He thinks the 9th regiment will most likely go on to Richmond. He has not yet caught the carpet bag thief.

GLC07705.128

to Father

He copies out orders from Burnside regarding a meeting with the enemy. He includes a song, "Battle of Fredericksburg, Va."

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