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23 September 1863
Jones, John, fl. 1862-1864
to his wife
Complains about all the dust. Feels lonesome. Writes about an incident he had with a woman he met.
GLC05981.34
2 October 1863
Has been feeling very lonesome. Mentions when he first met Mary. He has been promoted to quartermaster in his regiment. Reports that a boat was burned and 40 people died in the fire.
GLC05981.35
29 October 1863
Has not been able to write because he was on an expedition. Writes about a woman with 6 children. Promises to send Mary some money as soon as he can.
GLC05981.36
17 November 1863
Expects a letter from Mary.
GLC05981.37
23 November 1863
He just got paid, and paid off his debts. Sends Mary 10 dollars. Gives a weather report.
GLC05981.38
4 December 1863
Went to Vicksburg, Mississippi on horseback. Mary told him to explain a passage in one of his letters, but he cannot because he does not remember. Wants to know what he wrote in previous letters. Notes that he gets the "blues" once in a while....
GLC05981.39
8 December 1863
Relates that nothing new is going on. Mentions a small skirmish that the Union won. Mentions reenlistment, noting that he is looking for someone to take his place in the army.
GLC05981.40
22 December 1863
Goes into detail about a person he met in town. Went to visit a regiment. Gives a detailed weather report.
GLC05981.41
6 January 1864
Expected mail from Vicksburg, but the mail never came. Notes that it has been a long time since he has received any mail. Writes a weather report. Some soldiers will be leaving on furlough. He envies them. Relays a conversation with Lieutenant Bush...
GLC05981.42
28 January 1864
Reports that mail came in, but he did not receive any. He is disappointed that he has not been able to go home yet. Gives a prediction of the end of the Civil War and a detailed weather report. Notes that he got paid.
GLC05981.43
12 May 1864
Comments on the weather. Reports some benefits he has received. Describes the food he has been eating. Remembers the Battle of Raymond. Anxiously waits for the mail. Finishes the letter on Saturday morning, 14 May, noting that the fleet arrived...
GLC05981.44
19 May 1864
Complains about Pulaski. Says that "it has been somewhat tedious." He is tired from marching. Mentions [General Ulysses S.] Grant being victorious against the Confederates. He says "the rebellion must soon be crushed."
GLC05981.45
19 June 1864
A large amount of mail was captured and burned near Dalton. Apologizes for not writing enough. Mentions a confrontation with the Confederates. "Railroad atrocities." Predicts Richmond will fall soon. Writes about the weather.
GLC05981.46
26 June 1864
Wants to write more often. Discusses the mail and the flies of Etowah.
GLC05981.47
21 July 1864
Written from camp near Marietta. He did not like the letter that Mary sent him. It was too short. Mentions the other letters he received. His "chief employment." The adventures of a man from his Company. He believes [General William T.] Sherman...
GLC05981.48
29 July 1864
Written at Roswell's Factories. Discusses the mail, the citizens of Roswell, and writes about all the people [General William T.] Sherman captured.
GLC05981.49
11 August 1864
There is heavy fighting but he has not participated in it. Relays the story of a prisoner.
GLC05981.50
25 August 1864
Notes that he feels sick. Writes a weather report.
GLC05981.51
16 September 1864
Notes that he received Mary's last letter. Reports that he just got back from Atlanta, and when he gets paid he will resign. Says that he wants to see his child.
GLC05981.52
28 September 1864
Explains a letter he received. He talks to Mr. Bush and Dr. Syman. Says he wants to get paid.
GLC05981.53
23 October 1864
Explains why he is in "bad humor." Says [Abraham] Lincoln will bring peace.
GLC05981.54
18 December 1864
Written from camp near Savannah. He has received a few letters. Hopes to be home by January. Includes a weather report.
GLC05981.55
15 February 1821
Robbins, Josiah, 1766-?
to Aaron Hobart
Informs Hobart that he received his letter and the certificate, and that he followed through with his directions, which related to port collections. Also discusses an appointment for the post office. Notes that he perceives that Hobart (as a...
GLC06313.04.112
17 February 1821
Warren, Henry, 1764-?
Discusses a legal matter. Mentions that Judge Davis' refusal of 'probable cause' was owing to the certificate said to have accompanied the tin." Claims that he was not aware of the tin and was unable to obtain the evidence from the certificate....
GLC06313.04.114
11 December 1821
Gay, Ebenezer, 1771-1842
Mentions that he had a meeting with the commissioners "under the Florida Treaty," referring to the 1819 Adams-Onis Treaty (annexing Florida), which was ratified in 1821. The bulk of the letter discusses a claim related to a bankruptcy case, and...
GLC06313.04.118
13 December 1821
Indicates that he has sent a "proposal to the Commissioners of the Navy, to furnish Cordage." Asks Hobart to help him get the contract by exerting his influence in a letter to the commissioners. Describes his capacity to complete the contract....
GLC06313.04.119
14 December 1821
Home, John, fl. 1821
Explains that the Collector of the Customs's office in his district will soon be vacant. Indicates that he is planning on applying for the position and seeks Hobart's support and assistance in obtaining the post.
GLC06313.04.120
19 December 1821
James, Elisha, 1785-?
Informs Hobart, on the request of his "Townsman and neighbor," Ezekiel Jones, that Jones desires a regular commission in the Navy. Describes and recommends Jones, sharing his opinion and suitability for such a position.
GLC06313.04.121
24 December 1821
Sampson, Zabdiel, 1781-1828
Indicates that he voted against a bankruptcy law when a member of Congress, describing such laws as "one of the great evils that always to be avoided." Also notes that he believes the people of Hobart's district would vote overwhelmingly against a...
GLC06313.04.122
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