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to Mary Moore Kelly

He arrived with only 2 or 3 hours delay due to derailed freight trains, a common occurrence. He sends stockings, handkerchiefs, and shoes.

GLC04195.24

to Mary Moore Kelly

After three days of intense fighting in a rough area from Dalton to Resaca, they have subdued the rebels. Both Union and rebel wounded will remain there in field hospitals. He hopes the rebel forces will stand and fight. In the days preceding this...

GLC04195.25

to Mary Moore Kelly

He has just witnessed his bloodiest battle to date (the Battle of Atlanta, July 22), with 3,000 Union casualties and between 12-15,000 wounded. Local blackberries and peaches have been a great source of food. Most capable local people have left...

GLC04195.26

to Mary Moore Kelly

Sherman prepares for a large raid (the March to the Sea began Nov. 15). Moore left Atlanta to supervise the transfer of the sick to hospitals further south. He is currently at a garrison 60 miles from Atlanta, near Rome. Written on letterhead from...

GLC04195.27

to Mary Moore Kelly

They arrived in Savannah ready for an assault but found the rebels had run away, leaving their artillery of a large number of guns. "The number of guns left is larger than we have ever found in any one place before; - it has not yet been ascertained...

GLC04195.28

to Mary Moore Kelly

After 2 days' march the army is now 35 miles from Pocotaligo, South Carolina. He describes the field where he writes, with two or three recently killed rebels, and that he has captured geese, turkey, and chickens to eat. Written on letterhead for...

GLC04195.29

to Mary Moore Kelly

He describes their march through South Carolina, wading through swamps, repairing roads, and taking Columbia. Although they were welcomed by the townspeople, drunk Union soldiers set buildings on fire, and the wind carried flames throughout town...

GLC04195.30

Official Field Order No. 68

Headquarters to be moved from New Berne to Alexandria, under the direction of Brig. Gen. J.D. Webster. Moore will join the new headquarters as medical director. By order of Sherman. Written on letterhead for Headquarters, Military Division of the...

GLC04195.32

to John Moore

He invites Moore to tea with him and several young ladies. He promises that Sherman will excuse him for this social opportunity.

GLC04195.34

to John Moore

He regrets Moore's absence at their tea party. He hopes Moore can visit soon. He inquires about St. Louis.

GLC04195.35

to Mary Moore Kelly

He is busy finishing reports from the field which could not be completed while they marched. The local people remain rebellious, and he has enjoyed the flirtatious company of two married women from New York.

GLC04195.36

to Mary Moore Kelly

He plans to make a trip up to Chicago and will see them soon. He describes his social events. He has sent the history of Sherman's march to the sea, probably Sherman's Official Account published in 1865.

GLC04195.37

to Mary Moore Kelly

Grant has visited the past few days. He reports the troubles his unwise friend had with thieves in town. Written on letterhead for Head-Quarters Military Division Mississippi, Office of Medical Direcuor.

GLC04195.38

to Mary Moore Kelly

He comments on neighbors from home. Written on letterhead for Head-Quarters Military Division Mississippi, Office of Medical Director.

GLC04195.39

to Mary Moore Kelly

He refers to the explosion of a steamboat on the Mississippi, killing 100 with many mutilated survivors, the third such accident this week. He comments on acquaintances in Bloomington.

GLC04195.40

to Mary Moore Kelly

He has just returned from New Orleans, where he reminisced with army friends. He comments on people from Bloomington and family.

GLC04195.41

to Mary Moore Kelly

The rain has prevented plantations from running as normal. He reports on political events in Europe, and the Fenian uprising indicating the universal desire of people to govern themselves. He refers to people from Bloomington. A meeting will...

GLC04195.42

to Mary Moore Kelly

A cholera epidemic has hit the soldiers and has kept him busy in the hospital. He remarks about their brother Robert and his poor condition since remaining in the South to practice medicine, marry, etc. Written on letterhead for the Headquarters...

GLC04195.43

to Mary Moore Kelly

He will superintend recruits for the Army until the end of May, when he will return to Staten Island. He describes a social encounter with the Livingstones. He also describes his living arrangements. This letter was written at Gramercy Park House.

GLC04195.44

to H. P. McIntosh

Former President Fillmore transmits a speech (refer to GLC04884.02) to McIntosh of Cleveland, Ohio. Writes that the address was delivered in Buffalo, New York 22 February 1864 to the Ladies Christian Commission (Great Central) Fair. States "Though...

GLC04884.01

Warrant for Commutation of Sentence of Albert Holtzman

Warrant, signed by Pardon Attorney James A. Finch. Albert Holtzman of West Virginia was convicted of violating the Slave Trade Traffic Act. Pardoned after serving three months of his six month sentence. Prosecuted for white slavery and kidnapping...

GLC00045.39.01

to Joseph B. Varnum

Written as Congressman, Van Ness informs Varnum of the vacancy of Secretary of the Senate because of the death of Mr. Otis. Recommends Major Thomas C. McKenney to the position. Van Ness is acquainted with McKenney's political and personal...

GLC03845.19

to Earl G. Hunt

Asked for his favorite quotation for counselling college youth, Hayakawa provides Matthew 12: 36-37: "But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. For by thy words thou shalt...

GLC05508.124.01

[Photograph of Samuel Ichiye Hayakawa]

Photograph accompanied letter (GLC05508.124.01).

GLC05508.124.02

[Photograph of Samuel Ichiye Hayakawa]

Photograph accompanied letter (GLC05508.124.01).

GLC05508.124.03