January 31, 1864

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Complains about the lack and quality of food at camp. Writes that corn meal and beef bones are the primary sustenance and that the beef the soldiers eat "would stagger an American's appetite". Reports that the farthest East he's been is Dandridge, forty miles east of Knoxville, TN. Complains that he has not heard from his family since Mission Ridge and wonders why they haven't written. Describes the area he is in as very rocky and mountainous; not suitable for him.

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1 March 1864

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Reports that Longstreet has left the vicinity of Knoxville and is likely headed towards Georgia. Writes that there is considerable sickness at camp caused by "sick wheat flour". Believes that the bridge crossing will be finished by the middle of the month. Hopes to be paid soon upon which he will try to send some money home.

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3 April 1864

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Writes that he has been ill with mumps but has almost fully recovered. Reports that the railroad from Knoxville to Chattanooga is complete. Also reports that Major General Howard is commanding the 4th corps. instead of [General Robert Granger]. In addition, Brig. General Wagner is commanding the division instead of "Little Phil" Sheridan who has left for the Potomac to command a cavalry force. Also, General George Stoneman is organizing a cavalry command in the department of the Ohio. Asks that he be informed about any troops returning home on furlough. Inquires about the price of gold.

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15 April 1864

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Complains of poor weather at camp. Writes that the "old 36" (36th regiment) is on its way from Nashville to Loudon

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2 May 1864

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Writes that he is preparing to move as far as Stevenson, Alabama. Warns that the 23rd Army Corps is within ten miles of Cleveland, TN and will be acting in concert with the Cumberland Army. Asks that the impending battle not worry his parents and in retrospect wishes that he had not written about the possible engagement.

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10 May 1864

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his brother Henry Weeks

Writes that he has been in the line of battle for a few days and is now in front of enemy works. Some heavy skirmishing began yesterday and is still going on. Reports that Harker and Wagner's brigades charged Buzzards Roost and were repulsed. Also writes that the colonel of the 69th Ohio has been reported dead.

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20 May 1864

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Writes that he has fought in three engagements and is unharmed, but one of his comrades has been killed and five wounded. Names the Army Corps present: 4th, 14th, 15th, 20th, 23rd, and a part of the 16th. Reports that heavy fighting was heard last night and that the rebel train can be seen. Written north of Atlanta, Georgia.

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2 June 1864

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his sister Ettie Weeks

Writes that they have been under musketry attack for eight days, but their works have been a safe place. Hopes that more one-year men will be drafted into the war. Asks his father about the late quotations of gold and how it will affect their interests. Reports that the 15th Corps. took position on the left to relieve Hooker who is moving into Marietta. Also reports that during this campaign, the regiment has lost 83 men killed and wounded.

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28 June 1864

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to unknown

Reports that Brig. Gen. Harker was killed yesterday along with two of Weeks' company. Of Weeks' regiment, 43 were killed and wounded leaving 108 men. Writes that the only battle he has missed was the Chickamauga campaign but has been with his comrades for every other battle. Report that they are south of the Kenessaw Mountain where they can see Yankee shells exploding. He writes "sometimes a few of the calico tribe can be seen on the top of the MT. but the soft entreating voice of the Yankee Parrott induces them to vamoose the ranch at a rate of note." Asks that a piece of the "old 36…

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17 August 1864

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Writes that he was following the Augusta Railroad while skirmishing. Updates his parents on other soldiers from home. Inquires about recruitment at home. Reports on some of the movements of his company. Writes that Colonel Miller has died after being wounded a month ago. Also writes that his captain, George Biddulph is in the hospital. Was written near Atlanta, Georgia.

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September 9, 1864

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his sisters

Describes Atlanta in ruins. Writes that Sherman has issued an order of evacuation for the city. He is anxious to complete his term of service and come home which he expects to do in thirteen days.

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30 April 1865

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss Wright

Gives his friend some sarcastic advice on life.

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circa 1861-1864

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph manuscript

Title: Poem entitled Pea Ridge Battle

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12 October 1866

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lizzie Wright

Writes a friendly yet somewhat romantic letter which includes a three stanza poem.

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18 July 1869

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his cousins

Announces that he will be arriving in Clyde next Wednesday eve to visit with his cousins.

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7 November 1869

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his brother and sister

Writes that he has sent Libbie her money. Discusses stocks and family members. Provides a list of travel expenses. The letter is continued on November 9th and contains more news of traveling, family, and friends.

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23 November 1869

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his brother John

Discusses getting a new horse form his brother John.

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26 May 1882

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Theodore Rea

Writes to Rea regarding affidavits for his disability. States that he has received affidavits from Al Taft and George Mordoff. Includes a response from Rea stating that he can attest to Weeks disabilities.

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circa 1861-1864

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Theodore Rea

A partial letter most likely included with letter #103. Written in Weeks' hand writing; this letter appears to be a standard statement of the content Weeks wanted included in the affidavits in support of his application for pension.

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19 June 1882

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Elon

Asks that his friend attest to his disability. Writes that he has sent a copy of Theodore Rea's certificate as an example.

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September 1862 - February 1863

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Diary

Title: Diary belonging to John F. Weeks

Includes daily entries, names of killed and wounded, and names of people Weeks lent money to.

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1 January 1862 - 7 December 1862

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Diary

Title: diary belonging to John F. Weeks--Includes entries for almost every day of the year 1862.

includes what looks like a peacock feather

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March 1863 - November 1863

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Diary

Title: Diary belonging to John F. Weeks

Unbound. Includes a list of clothing Weeks has bought and government prices for clothing, list of correspondents, entries, and poetry.

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18 October 1863 - 20 October 1863

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph manuscript

Title: page found between October 18th and October 20th of previous diary

includes list of fellow soldiers

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10 March 1862

Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Reports that he has survived the battle (most likely the battle of Pea Ridge, fought on March 7th). Writes that it's been reported that Ben McCullough was killed by someone in Weeks' regiment. The battle lasted three days of which the last two were particularly severe.

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