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2nd mail receipt her husbands possessions

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GLC02744.213

to Mrs. Thomas Burpee

He writes that he will box up her husbands' items in 2 boxes to be sent express. Also found some money in his wallet and will be sending that along to her as well.

GLC02744.214

In Memory of Some of the Gallant Dead of this Army...

A catalogue of redoubts and batteries that will be named after dead soldiers

GLC02744.215

to Mr. Holb

Wondering what to do with the Lieutenant's horse. Attempted to ship it to someone but this person had no use for the horse.

GLC02744.216

receipt for the cost of one horse

For $150.

GLC02744.217

to Mrs. Thomas Burpee

Tells the story of how Thomas Burpee died starting with when he was shot to the time he was embalmed.

GLC02744.218

to Mrs. Thomas Burpee

He heard that she was not satisfied with his last letter. writes that while he sufferred he made little complaint. He regrets that he was not with him at the moment of death as he had stepped out to get supper not realizing the end was so near.

GLC02744.219

to Mrs. Thomas Burpee

Trying to explain the high cost of shipping the body home. acting as a kind of middleman. But thinks he ought to be treated better. thinks it is unfair to expect him to pay the bill.

GLC02744.220

to Mrs. Thomas Burpee

He is concerned because he has not heard from her. He encloses the key for his carpet bag. Everything else is in the hands of Mr. Gallup.

GLC02744.221

to Mrs. Thomas Burpee

He writes the body was not properly preserved so a fee is not required in that instance. But says she will certainly pay for the coffin and asks for her to send the money.

GLC02744.222

to Thomas W. Thayer

Thayer asks Buckingham to give Mrs. Burpee his kindest and regards and say that he had nothing but the utmost respect for her husband from the time he entered the service.

GLC02744.223

to Thomas W. Thayer

3 letters- tells Louise not be anxious about William...

GLC02744.224

General Orders, Brigadier General Commanding

Congratulates the troops on their courage and conduct of late. thanks to all who particpated in the recent movement. Written near Suffolk, Virginia.

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Special Orders, No. 77

Remove immediately to battery Stevens. Lieutenant Edward Gallup placed in arrest for assumption of authority.

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General Orders, No. 32

Newsletter of sorts congratulating General. Rick on the enemy's retreat to Blackwater. Less than 1500 men were killed.thank yous are extended. Written at Fort Monroe.

GLC02744.227

General Orders No. 31

He believes that after 23 days of hardship the tides are turning once again. Renewed expressions of confidence and thanks.

GLC02744.228

Report

Report of the movement of the 21st Regiment, includes extract of general orders no. 28

GLC02744.229

to Thomas F. Burpee

He advises him to make a direct application to Major General Butler in reference to the recruiting of his regiment.

GLC02744.230

to Thomas F. Burpee

GLC02744.231

to Thomas F. Burpee

He heard that the position of hospital steward is vacant. recommending John A Brown for the position.

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General Orders, No. 232

He details the organization of a regiment of infantry made up of volunteers.

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General Orders, No. 227

How to prevent disloyalty and anarchy. encourage enlistment and discipline.

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Special Order, No. 12 (for Thomas F. Burpee)

He is ordered to deliver all rifle muskets and equipment in his possession to Col. John M. Hathering and General Van Buren.

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General Orders No. 283

volunteers are no longer needed.since the president declined their services they are hereby discharged.

GLC02744.236

to Thomas F. Burpee

If there is an emergency, they will take his offer of service to the governor. They cannot give him any new muskets at this time.

GLC02744.237

Company Orders 1852, Fifth Regiment, First Brigade

He must give legal warning to members of company who are scheduled to appear on parade at Union Hall in Rockville, May 28th, 1852.

GLC02744.238

to Thomas F. Burpee

Paymaster requires complete list of volunteers that were under Thomas Burpee and the number of days they worked.

GLC02744.239

to Thomas F. Burpee

He requests that Burpee send the commissioned officers to their office as his company will be designated Rifle C. J 5th Reg.

GLC02744.240

to Thomas F. Burpee

Since there is no field officer in the state militia he is required to make his report directly to him.

GLC02744.241

to Moe Weiner

Rose reports on her visit with Sylvia. She drew a picture of her, Sylvia and Sarah sitting at the table "in varying states of undress" and laments there are no men to appreciate this.

GLC09414.1679

to Moe Weiner

Ed is glad that Moe is home. He has heard Nat Klotz was rejected from the army because of a spinal operation he had. Ed hopes that Moe will be assigned close to home, and his loved ones.

GLC09414.1680

to Moe Weiner

Bess writes a poem about what Moe means to her. She starts the poem by telling Moe that Sylvia ordered her to write this.

GLC09414.1681

to Moe Weiner

This letter is from Moe's nephew. He thanks Moe for the gifts. He also draws a picture of a German general on the last page.

GLC09414.1682

Play Summary

This is a summary of the play "Picnic" it most likely belonged to Sylvia Weiner, as the production was in the 2001 season.

GLC09414.1683

Theater Ticket

2 tickets to a performance of the Merchant of Venice for Sylvia Weiner. The play took place at the Stratford Festival of Canada.

GLC09414.1684

to Sylvia Weiner

A short note from Hy, he writes that he received a card saying his wife had been killed in an auto crash. He says he can now see what a jack-ass he's been.

GLC09414.1685

to Sylvia Weiner

Bernie writes that he is sorry he hasn't written sooner, he thought he had lost Sylvia's address but recently found it. He mentions that he is expecting his parents to visit at the end of April.

GLC09414.1686

to Sylvia Weiner

Sam complains about army life. He also tells a humorous story about his quest for shoes that fit properly, in the end he has four pairs of shoes.

GLC09414.1687

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe wishes Sylvia a happy birthday from Switzerland where he is on furlough, and asks her to call. She wrote on the back that she could not get a call through.

GLC09414.1688

to Sylvia Weiner

Lil writes that she tried to contact Sylvia several times by phone but was unsuccessful. She also says she did get the message that Moe is in Oregon, and asks Sylvia to confirm the address.

GLC09414.1689

to Sylvia and Moe Weiner

Madeline writes that she contacted the telephone company and explained the past due bills, the company agreed to wait until they returned. She also reports that she cleaned the garage and rearranged the bedroom. Madeline provides a drawing of the new...

GLC09414.1690

to Sylvia Weiner

Sam writes that he would like to hear from Sylvia once in a while. He mentions that he went to Savannah and discovered the Jewish community there.

GLC09414.1691

to Sylvia Weiner

Madeline writes that she is glad that Moe is in a camp in the West instead of the East, she heard the difference is amazing. She is currently in Florida, unfortunately, it isn't so glamorous because there are soldiers everywhere. She also mentions...

GLC09414.1692

Birthday poem

A birthday poem for Sylvia. Written on plain piece of paper.

GLC09414.1693

to Sylvia Weiner

Marge writes that the ration board only gave blue points for some reason. She asks Sylvia to do her a favor and call the ration board and complain about insufficient stamps for meat and butter. She says both are needed to help Joe who is still very...

GLC09414.1694

to Sylvia Weiner

Marge writes that they are now in Revere. She hopes Sylvia is adjusting to life without Moe. She is looking forward to going back to New York.

GLC09414.1695

to Mom and Pop (Moe's parents)

Pepi writes that Willie is probably going to Panama, but she is worried about the store they own, and does not want to leave it. She sends 10 dollars, and invites her parents over.

GLC09414.1696

to Dad

Sam writes that he would like a certified copy of David's birth certificate. Since Mad is in Florida Sam thought he'd be able to help him. He also says that he misses David terribly.

GLC09414.1697

Baseball ticket

Yankees-Giants-Dodgers baseball ticket, with red and blue letters and green shading. the ticket is for a double header with the proceeds going to the Civilian Defense Volunteer office. The ticket is unused and complete.

GLC09414.1698