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to his aunt

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Writes that he must stay in command of his post during the holidays in fear that there will be an insurrection by blacks. Writes that blacks and whites came together for Christmas, yet this...

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to his aunt

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Reports that he has received orders to be mustered out of service. Plans to meet up with the regiment at City Point but hhas to stay behind temporarily. The other soldiers were sorry he...

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to Heber Painter

Explains why he was unable to respond sooner to Painter's letter. He is overjoyed that the war has finally ended. Briefly discusses his feelings on Sherman allowing Johnson's army to return to their homes with their arms. Wishes good health to...

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[certification of Heber Painter]

A letter certifying that Painter has served time as a printer's apprentice at the "Danville Democrat". It is also a recommendation letter for Heber to future employers.

GLC02016.099

Receipt of Captain Buyers

Receipt for the purchase of six picks and three axes for ICompany, 58th Pennsylvania. Captain John Buyers was commissioned into I Company, 58th Pennsylvania Infantry on October 28, 1862 and resigned seven months later.

GLC02016.100

Special orders no. 14

Orders to detail Heber Painter to special duty as Brigade Post Master. Painter is to report to the headquarters of the 3rd Brigade, 1st Division, 18th North Carolina.

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Muster roll [58th Rgt. PA Infantry Company I]

Muster roll of Captain John Buyers for Company I, 58th Regiment of Permanent Volunteers in the Pennsylvania Infantry, stationed at Camp Suffolk, Virginia.

GLC02016.104

Muster roll [58th Rgt. PA Infantry Company I]

Muster roll of Captain Angello Jackson of I Company, 58th Regiment of Permanent Volunteers in the Pennsylvania Infantry, stationed at Staunton, Pennsylvania.

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Muster roll [58th Rgt. PA Infantry, Company F]

Muster roll of Lieutenant Heber Painter of F Company, 58th Regiment of Permanent Volunteers in the Pennsylvania Infantry, stationed in Virginia.

GLC02016.106

Muster roll [58th Rgt. PA Infantry, Company F]

Muster roll of Lieutenant Heber Painter of F Company, 58th Regiment of Permanent Volunteers in the Pennsylvania Infantry, stationed in Virginia

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Receipt for issues

Receipt for ordnance property including rifles, bayonnet scabbards, cartridges, waist belts, and guns.

GLC02016.107.01

Receipt for issues

Receipt for supplies issued to Heber Painter. The supplies include three saddles and three bridles. Written at Camp Cadwalader

GLC02016.108

Monthly return of clothing, camp and garrison equipage

Monthly return for April 1865. Written in Manchester neighborhood of Richmond

GLC02016.109

Monthly return of clothing, camp and garrison equipage

Monthly return for May 1865. Written in Manchester neighborhood of Richmond

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[List]

Account of the distributions of provisions at "St. Georges", Maine between 1796-1799. Includes pork, beef, corn, rye, and various other provisions.

GLC02437.10601

[Sketch of land]

Return of land laid out for Captain Henry Black in the town of Prospect, Maine. Includes a sketch of the land and notes on the location and quality of land.

GLC02437.10602

[Advertisement]

Broadside by Henry Knox warning the people that "No usurpation of his lands will be tolerated" in Maine.

GLC02437.10604

to Henry Knox

Appears to pertain to land in Maine and the original proprietors. A note on the second page states General Henry Knox obliges J. Jackson to make inquires into persons' names for taxes.

GLC02437.10606

[Sketch of land]

A sketch of land surveyed by Robert Houston in the township of Knox lying in Hancock County, Maine.

GLC02437.10607

Eastern repository. [Vol. IV, no. 21 (November 11, 1806)]

Contains the notice of Henry Knox's death and his eulogy. Describes Knox's burial and the military honors given. Along with discussing Knox's character, the eulogy addresses Knox's contribution to the Revolutionary War, his time as Secretary of War...

GLC02437.10608

[Proposal for a monument]

"A DESCRIPTION OF A MONUMENT DESIGNED TO PERPETUATE THE MEMORY OF AMERICAN LIBERTY." A portion of it states, "THE GODDESS is represented descending in a car drawn by four horses, darting through a volume of clouds, which conceals the summit of a...

GLC02437.10610

[Map of South Carolina]

A manuscript copy of a printed map of a portion of South Carolina. Shows lakes, rivers, streams, forest, towns, counties, and possibly roads. Noted, "Part of SOUTH CAROLINA copied by R. Erskine F. R. S. from A Map published in London 1771." Docket...

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[List]

Sales of sundry equipment on William Knox's account from October 1781 to July 1782. Includes prayer books, spelling books, hinges, brass knob locks, and various other items.

GLC02437.10615

[Statement]

Signed by Smith & Loring company. Statement of William Knox's account with Joshua Loring. Includes years 1782, 1783, and 1785.

GLC02437.10616

[Note]

Signature is not listed but appears to be in Knox's handwriting. Appears to be a note about account information involving Henry Knox and William Duer. Various numbers and notes are noted on docket page. Most likely a draft. Date was added later...

GLC02437.10618

[List]

Account of Henry Knox's and the estate of the late Thomas Flucker. Includes a list of person names and pounds possibly owing through 1794 to 1795. 1806 noted on the docket.

GLC02437.10620

[Financial agreement]

A financial transaction involving Henry Knox, George Meade, and Samuel Hodgdon. Lists drafts and orders accepted by Meade amounting in the sum of $31,136.32. Noted that the drafts and orders were drawn by Knox in favor of Hodgdon. Each party noted...

GLC02437.10622

[List]

Account of orders drawn by John Gleason from 6 December 1797 to 25 May 1798. Various names and dollar amounts are listed. Document possibly has John Gleason's signature but is likely a docket. Date taken from docket.

GLC02437.10626

[Account]

Dr. Wales & Beale account with General Henry Knox. Lists dates, articles, times, interest, and amounts from 2 May 1806 to 31 July 1806.

GLC02437.10628

[Booklist]

An inventory of books and pamphlets. Sorted by pamphlets, stationery, books printed in America, etc. Title and prices are also listed.

GLC02437.10629

[Deed]

Signed by Jonathan and Hannah Waldo. Bartholomew Gedney and Edward Emerson signed as witnesses. Samuel [Chookley] signed as Justice of the Peace on 19 September 172[2]. A deed of gift from Jonathan Waldo to Samuel Waldo for several parcels of land...

GLC02437.10631

[Contract]

Signed by various parties on the last two pages. A long detailed indenture contract between Spencer Phipps, Elisha Cook, John and Sarah Phips, Dame Jane Cook (guardian of Mary Cook), Nathaniel Hubbard, Frances Brinley, Samuel Waldo, and various...

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to Samuel Waldo

Also signed by Jacob Willard [Secrty]. Appears to be an official document regarding raising troops in the colonies of Massachusetts Bay, New Hampshire, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. The troops are to be employed in an expedition for the...

GLC02437.10635

[Muster roll]

Cosigned by David White. List of "effectives" [soldiers] in Captain Morris's Company of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo's regiment of Foot raised in the Province of Massachusetts Bay for the reduction of Canada.

GLC02437.10636

[Account]

A statement on Thomas Flucker's account from 11 September 1747 to 2 July 1750. James Flucker, Thomas Flucker's father, signed and noted that the account was settled on 25 March 1751.

GLC02437.10637

[List]

Signature is illegible. List of subscribers who have acknowledged receiving supplies from Isaac Winslow (Samuel Waldo's agent). List includes the number of bushels, value of bushels, and each subscriber's signatures. Date was added later in pencil.

GLC02437.10638

[Contract]

Signed by Samuel and Sarah Waldo, and co-signed by Frances Waldo, Isaac and Lucy Winslow, Thomas and Hannah Flucker (most of Hannah Flucker's signature is missing due to a tear in the document), Francis Bernard, and Thomas Goldthwait. John Commell...

GLC02437.10642

[Account]

Appears to be a list of money received and paid by Thomas Flucker on the accounts of the late Brigadier [General] Samuel Waldo's estate. Date ranges from July 1759 to 22 June 1767. Docket notes Francis Waldo settled the account on 22 June 1767....

GLC02437.10643

[Account]

Appears to be a list of debits and credits on accounts involving Francis Waldo and Thomas Flucker. Dates range from October 1761 to September 1771. Document is partially torn in the middle of the page.

GLC02437.10644

[Map of land]

A drawn map of land, likely located in Maine, deeded to Francis Waldo from Thomas and Hannah Flucker. Shows lakes, rivers, and boundary lines. Date taken from docket.

GLC02437.10645

[Sketch of land]

Charles Miller signed the docket on 2 November 1801. A sketch of Christian Storers' surveyed land lying in "Waldowborough" [Waldoborough, Maine]. Includes written information regarding boundary lines and a drawn compass showing cardinal directions...

GLC02437.10646

to the Sherriff of Lincoln County

Partially printed document with information written in by hand. A tax collection on the heirs of Brigadier General [Samuel] Waldo in the amount of £94 and 15 shillings and 10 pence.

GLC02437.10647

[Map of land]

A sketch of land surveyed by John Gleason. Cover 50,000 acres of land likely located in Maine. Shows a pond and various land marks in water colors and has a partially colored border.

GLC02437.10650

[Map of land]

A drawn map of lands near the Penobscot River in Maine. Land is noted as belonging to the heirs of Brigadier [General Samuel] Waldo. Lakes and rivers are noted in blue water color. Includes a drawn compass showing cardinal directions.

GLC02437.10652

[Map of land]

Noted as a copy. Drawn sketch of a plan for the northwestern part of the Waldo Patent located in Maine. Depicts county lines and the northern and western boundaries of the Waldo Patent. Date was added later in pencil.

GLC02437.10666

[Map of Forts Ontario and Oswego and surroundings]

Docketed as "A rough sketch of Oswego by Major Bauman." Shows Fort Ontario (captioned), Fort Oswego (uncaptioned) and surrounding features (possibly earthworks).

GLC02437.10667

to Amanda Wilkinson

Writes to his wife that the army has finally stopped marching. He is very anxious to hear from her, and wonders how she and the baby are doing. States that if she does not get better soon he will come home to stay. Tells her not to borrow any money...

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to Amanda Wilkinson

Written at camp of the 2nd Michigan Infantry near Lebanon, Kentucky. He wishes that his wife could have come with him when the army left Newport News, Virginia as she could have seen a great deal of the country. Writes that he is unsure where the...

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to Amanda Wilkinson

Written at camp of the 2nd Michigan Infantry near Lebanon, Kentucky. Worries that he and many of the other officers in the regiment will not be paid for two months. As soon as he receives his commission from home he will ask for a leave of absence...

GLC03523.13.091

to Amanda Wilkinson

Written at the camp of the 2nd Michigan Infantry. Sends his wife some portraits. He writes that the regiment expects to move soon. Writes that he is not feeling well but he is not so sick that he cannot report for duty. He has still not been paid or...

GLC03523.13.092

to Amanda Wilkinson

Written at the camp of the 2nd Michigan Infantry near Lebanon, Kentucky. He was very glad to receive her portrait but he was upset to hear that she had such poor things to say about her friends. Suggests that his wife finds another place to live if...

GLC03523.13.093

to Amanda Wilkinson

Written at camp of the Michigan 2nd Infantry near Lebanon, Kentucky to his wife. Writes that he is "officer of the day." He is sorry that their baby is unwell so frequently and hopes that as the baby gets older her health will improve. Writes that he...

GLC03523.13.094

to Amanda Wilkinson

Written on board the steamer [Majestic] on the Ohio River. He writes his wife that the regiment is on its way to the back part of the state. He has not heard from one of the lieutenants in regiment and assumes that the lieutenant was unable to get...

GLC03523.13.095

to Amanda Wilkinson

Written on the Green River in Kentucky. He writes that they have marched 30 miles inland and are very far from any railroad station. Expects that they will soon march again but is unsure as to where they are headed. Writes that he has been sick for...

GLC03523.13.096

to Amanda Wilkinson

Writes a short letter to his wife that the regiment has moved and will move again. He is unsure of where they are headed. Thinks that they might be headed to Memphis, Tennessee but he is still not sure. Reports that he is feeling much better every...

GLC03523.13.097

to Amanda Wilkinson

Written at camp of the 2nd Michigan Infantry. He writes a letter of introduction for Sergeant Wilhelm [?] Shakespeer who has promised to visit Frederick Wilkinson's wife. Reports that he was sick but has since recovered. Requested a leave of absence...

GLC03523.13.098

to Amanda Wilkinson

Written at the residence of Mr. [Carlile] to his wife. He has been unwell so he came to Mr. Carlile's and is feeling much better. Writes that he is with one of the best families in Kentucky and they give him everything he requires and take excellent...

GLC03523.13.099

to Amanda Wilkinson

Writes to his wife that he has returned to camp with much improved health. He is glad to hear that she is doing so well. He states that he will unfortunately not be able to come home for at least another several weeks. Knows that he is of no great...

GLC03523.13.100

to Amanda Wilkinson

Written to his wife from Louisville, Kentucky. Reports that he has mustered into a new regiment. He has received his bounty and has sent her a portion of it in a box. Explains that he is not feeling well and that he will try to return home as soon as...

GLC03523.13.101

to Amanda Wilkinson

Written at camp of the 2nd Michigan Infantry near Haines Bluff, Mississippi to his wife. He is outside of the city of Vicksburg, Mississippi. General Ulysses S. Grant is laying siege to the city because attempting to storm it would most likely cause...

GLC03523.13.102

Roster of the Second Regiment, Michigan Veteran Volunteer Infantry, 1861 to 1865

Roster of the 2nd Michigan Infantry for the years 1861 to 1865.

GLC03523.13.103

to his parents, brother-in-law, and sister

Writes that he is in good health and is glad to hear that his family is as well. The brigade still has not marched out from Nashville, Tennessee. There is also another brigade close by and they each hear rumors that one of them has received marching...

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to his parents, brother-in-law, and sister

Written at Camp of 105th Illinois Regiment, eight miles from Chattanooga, Tennessee. The regiment has marched from Bridgeport, Alabama to Chattanooga, Tennessee. He describes this as the hardest march the regiment has ever had. He also reports that...

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to his brother-in-law and all at home

Written at Lookout Valley, Tennessee. Thanks his friends and family for writing to him and remembering him. Notes that there has been a lot of rain and wind recently. Does not think his brother-in-law will be conscripted as Illinois is already ahead...

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to sister Kate

Believes that the rebel forces at Kinston, North Carolina have moved to assist Lee in suppressing the advancement of the Grand Army of the Potomac. He has heard news that the rebels have "held their ground" in two days of fighting and have captured...

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Writes that he is still in Washington and has not done much fighting recently. Discusses a position for which he applied, stating that he won't be disappointed if he doesn't get it but...

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to sister Kate

Complains about the excessive heat and comments on the health of the soldiers. States that the men in New Bern are healthy, but those in Washington, Roanoke, and Plymouth have got chills and fever. Discusses his recent attack of fever, for which he...

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to sister Kate

Will soon be leaving for Washington, North Carolina. Reports on the health of the soldiers; some are in the hospital but not in serious condition. Writes that he is suffering from diarrhea.

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to sister Kate

Writes to reassure his sister that he is well. Urges her to look on a map and trace his trip from the mouth of the Neuse River to the Pamplico River and then onto Washington, North Carolina; a distance of 110 miles. Reports that rebels destroyed...

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to sister Kate

Writes that although he would like to request furlough for the holidays, he feels it may be wiser to reserve his request for a time when he will really need it. Reports that Thanksgiving day was celebrated by the soldiers with a meal of hardtack and...

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to sister Kate

Writes that he spent Christmas on a boat in Washington, North Carolina with other soldiers, most of which were drunk. He had Christmas dinner with Phillip Forrester. Has befriended a widower in Washington who is originally from Pennsylvania....

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Explains that the delay in correspondence is probably due to the Northeastern storms occurring in the area of Cape Hatteras. Writes that despite not having any major battle news, the men...

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to his aunt

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). He writes that a battle is currently raging in New Bern and the Rebels are at an advantage. The rebels, advancing during the previous night from Kinston, opened fire on the Union soldiers...

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to his sister

Recounts the Battle at Batchelder's Creek. There was severe loss on both sides; 200-300 Confederates lost and about 1000 Union men lost at Newport Barracks. Reports that firing was heard in the direction of Washington, but does not know if Plymouth...

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to his sister

Has just arrived from Washington. Talks about the arrival of his new niece. Discusses the importance of happiness to a soldier: " it is his life, his health, his everything." An expedition to the interior was put on hold due to the desertion of...

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to his sister Kate

Hopes his sister is in good health when he returns so that she may welcome him with a "rich musical treat." Mentions the arrival of a new niece from his sister Anna. The men are anxious to be relieved by another regiment. Visits Washington on a...

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to Amanda Wilkinson

Writes to his wife that he has not slept because of the rain. He states that the troops are without shelter and that the mud in the camp is up to his knees. Notes that there are rumors about the army returning to Washington, D.C. in a few days...

GLC03523.13.074

to Amanda Wilkinson

Writes to his wife of the bad weather they have had recently. Thinks that many of the men would stay here but it does not feel like home to him. One of the regiment's captains has resigned and gone home. States that he will not use any of his...

GLC03523.13.082

to Amanda Wilkinson

Writes to his wife that he is not feeling very well. States that he would give anything to see her and their baby. One of the lieutenants in his regiment is heading home and will try to get his and Frederick Wilkinson's pay from Washington, D.C. He...

GLC03523.13.083

to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Wishes that his aunt would send him a five dollar bill in tomorrow's mail. Reports that he received a letter from John, whom with another company, is occupying a very dangerous position at...

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Has nothing exciting to report from the town. States that if not for the recent election and draft, the soldiers would be in need of something exciting. Reports that the regiment had a...

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Reports that a letter was received by the captain stating that the men would soon be called in. Attended church and was delighted to find that the Right Reverend Bishop was in town. The...

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Reports that he is still stationed at Wilkesbarre and doesn't know when they'll be called in. Recruiting is still very poor. He is sorry to hear that Lightner is still in the hospital....

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to sister Kate

Complains that he is being kept in town for recruiting despite the poor recruitment rate. Writes that recruiting costs $219 a month and feels that the government should act more economically instead of wasting money on recruiting parties. He was...

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to sister Ella

He has traveled from Norfolk to Fortress Monroe by the steamer "Expounder". Complains that the steamer was unsafe for transportation and that the men suffered from seasickness. The soldiers continued on to Beauford (also known as old Troxel Inlet)...

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[to his sister]

Discusses the unreliability of the news at camp. He has received word that the mail is in New Bern and hopes it will put an end to rumors of the war ending. States that the rebels want to retake New Bern and Wilmington and capture General Foster....

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[to his sister]

Reports that three horses, ten Confederate soldiers, and their arms were captured by his company. Expects to spend the winter in North Carolina. Has not heard from Foster's expedition, but expects to soon. Reports that he is now in Colonel Howell...

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to sister Kate

Complains about the 2nd lieutenant who has no formal education (civil and military) except for some knowledge in company drilling. Reports of a petition created by line officers to be removed from "Bachelor's" (Batchelder's) Creek on the basis of...

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to sister Ella

Reports a skirmish with the rebels where one Union soldier was lost. Two companies from his regiment were ordered out after two soldiers had been discovered dead two miles from camp. Seven men, thought to have been responsible for the murders were...

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Reports on a long skirmish involving Union forces, 175 prisoners, and some equipment including a "splendid set of surgical instruments." Gives a detailed description of a surprise attack on...

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to sister Anna

Writes that there will be no mail going north for the next week, so he is taking the opportunity to write before the last ship leaves so as to relieve his family of any worries regarding his welfare. Reports that many of the men in the company are...

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to [Rebecca Frick]

Updates his aunt on the letters he's written home. Writes that the weather is changing and becoming cooler. Reports the same news to his aunt as he does to his sister Anna in the previous letter. States that he could really use some gentian...

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to sister Kate

Reports that after Charleston, South Carolina is occupied, there are plans to move on to Wilmington, North Carolina. Writes that Captain Jackson has left for the north to bring back conscripts for the regiment.

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Describes riding on the steamer Thos. Collyer and the pleasure of feeling a cool breeze after being in the hot and dirty streets of New Berne. Also wishes that his Aunt and sister Anna...

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to sister Kate

Writes that he arrived at New Berne this morning. Reports that an expedition went to Elizabeth City and but didn't accomplish much there. Also reports that deserters are coming in daily at a great number. Hopes to hear good news regarding the...

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Writes that in addition to being paid, he was able to collect money owed to him and is therefore enclosing one hundred dollars (the one hundred dollars is not included with the letter).

GLC02016.044

to sister Anna

Reports that the company landed at City Point on the evening of 5 May and started towards Petersburg early the next day. There was some fighting between Confederate and Union forces consisting of 9th New Jersey and 27th Massachusetts. The following...

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to sister Kate

Writes that the rebels keep the Union lines surrounded so much that when the sharpshooters watch from the trees they shoot every time they see a shoulder strap. As a result, one man was killed in his tent and another wounded. Reports that some...

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to Rebecca Frick

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). He writes that he is stiff and sore from a seventeen-mile march from Cold Harbor to Whitehouse. Updates his aunt on the locations of the various corps. Reports on rumors that the 18th...

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to his aunt

Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Reports that the forces are withdrawing from the south bank of the James River and believes they will be returning to Whitehouse on the York River or possibly New Bern. States that he and...

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