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to Samuel J. Harrison

Application for the position of Chief Engineer "on board the steamer to be commanded by Captain Dacey Va Volunteer Navy." Lists qualifications, former service record, and references enclosed testimonials of his qualifications. Docket on verso:...

GLC01896.057

to Aaron Jeffery

Sends Aaron $5 to cover the cost for a subscription to the "Centinel" for him, and Robert's inability to advance $100 or more to him due to the high costs of food, lodging and particularly clothing in Savannah. Jeffrey apologizes to Aaron and...

GLC01896.059

to Anne [Jeffery]

Promises Anne that he will repay his overdue debt to her, and then goes on to muse on the fortunes of the war in the wake of Gen. Braxton Bragg's victory [Battle of Chickamauga]. He points out early Confederate victories at Mannassas and Big Bethel...

GLC01896.060

to Aaron Jeffery

Seeking information about Grant's anticipated attack on Richmond, Richard is particularly interested in what his brother thinks might happen and in how local opinion is running. Jeffery expresses his hope that the attack will "...end as have all...

GLC01896.068

to Aaron Jeffery

Thanks for the bolt of cloth that Aaron sent, but maintains that he has enough clothes and that it would have been better used for the children. Hopes that Sherman "...will at last be outgeneralled & that his army will be entirely destroyed,...[and]...

GLC01896.070

to Paul H. and Margaret Lobik

One greeting card from Carla, Evelyn and Paul Crist to Paul H. and Margaret Lobik dated November 13, 1945. Sent with a greeting card, GLC09578.106.01

GLC09578.106.02

[Note approving Emma Bullard for a teaching position]

One note written by the School Committee of Princeton dated April 29, 1865. The note approves Emma Bullard for a teaching position.

GLC03857.90

[Note about Margaret Chapman]

One document dated November 3, 1913. Pertains to the passing of Margaret Chapman, the 13-year-old granddaughter of Addison Lee Ewing.

GLC03523.28.166

[Contact information of H.L. Thompson]

One undated sheet of H.L. Thompson's contact information at St. John's College Hospital Ward. (see GLC03766.12 for related correspondence)

GLC03766.13

[Note to "Uncle Oscar"]

One note addressed to Oscar Calkins from an unidentified sibling and niece. Relates to the niece requesting Oscar visit her and see her new chickens.

GLC03766.38

Correspondence regarding arrival at camp

GLC03131.15.004

To Hiram C. Wells

GLC03131.15.005

Claim for pension

GLC03131.15.015

Rejected claim for widow's pension

GLC03131.15.019

to his mother and sister

Writes of witnessing the orders for the Regiment to prepare to leave camp and the subsequent breakdown of the camp. He and Charles were both very regretful at having to part but decided it would be best. George is planning on stopping in Washington...

GLC03603.208

to Theodore Parker

Senator Wilson thanks Reverend Parker for Parker's recent criticism of Wilson's speech on the topic of slavery and states' rights. Defends himself, stating "I deny the right of any state or nation to hold men in slavery, but I maintain the right of...

GLC08889

to Alexander Shiras

Discusses her husband's sickness and impending death. Comments on sympathetic visitors, her friendship with the Shiras's, and the tragedy the death will be for their son.

GLC02429.42

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that Mr. Harry, an attorney from Topsham (present-day Maine), requested a renewal of [Aleijah] Richardson's commission as justice of the peace for Lincoln County.

GLC02437.03110

to Henry Knox

King, a Continental Congressman, attempts to persuade Knox to accept the appointment of Secretary at War. Notes that although the salary is low, there will be a possibility for an increase, or an allowance for rent and traveling expenses. Declares...

GLC02437.03111

to Henry Knox

Writes, "I received a tickett from you just as I was setting out from N York, & had not then time to answer it. I am sorry it is not now in my power to say any thing certainly on the subject matter of it. We yesterday had an audience before the...

GLC02437.03252

to Henry Knox

Discusses his efforts to secure clothing for the troops. Mentions that alterations will need to be made to the knapsacks. Wants to procure "new bayonet belts to wear over the shoulder, this will be a great addition to the appearance of the Men."

GLC02437.03492

to John Gleason

Does not have much news to report, and believes he will have more leisure time next week when the legislature adjourns. Discusses shipments of lime casks.

GLC02437.08014

to Mr. Dudley Walsh

GLC03769.169.02

to William Fitzhugh (Rooney) Lee

General Lee offers condolence to his son Rooney on the death of his wife, Charlotte Wickham, from tuberculosis. Although Lee mourns her death, he maintains that "we cannot indulge in grief however mournful yet pleasing." Lee experienced a series of...

GLC05979

to Emily J. Semmes re: deathbed description of Gettysburg, Wheatfield

Also discusses severe injuries that he incurred (written one day prior to his death).

GLC06823