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16 April 1822
Dorr, Ebenezer Ritchie, 1799-1873
to Aaron Hobart
Seeks information for Thomas Wilson of London about a claim made by William Sutton Skinner under "the Florida Treaty."
GLC06313.04.182
27 April 1822
Gordon, William, 1783-1851
Dr. Gordon writes on behalf of Ebed Stockton, a Revolutionary War soldier who lost his pension due to a new law and was petitioning to have it restored. Describes some of Stockton's ailments.
GLC06313.04.185
15 March 1863
Wheeler, Lysander, 1837-1917
to his parents, [brother-in-law], and sister
Wheeler writes that the men have been busy foraging for Rosecrans' Army. He comments that they've been learning drilling in the French fashion. Writes that the men have taken to singing at night in their tents and have some pieces of sheet music...
GLC07460.022
December 2, 1865
Heyward, William H., 1817-1889
to William A. Williams
One letter from William Henry Heyward, enslaver and proprietor of Clay Hall plantation in Reconstruction-era South Carolina, to William A. Williams dated December 2, 1865. Discusses going to Charleston to receivea pardon and to attain ownership of...
GLC00496.254.06
24 November 1862
to his parents and sister
Writes that he and Darius have received money by way of Mrs. Warner, their captain's wife. He reports that General Dumont is issuing a notice in the papers identifying men who have deserted and offering a reward for their return. In response, the...
GLC07460.006
2 April 1863
He thanks his family for the letters and food they've sent. Complains that Uncle Sam owes him eighty dollars but thinks that he will get paid some of the amount tomorrow. Mentions to his family that they should set out an orchard on which they...
GLC07460.023
17 April 1863
to his sister Martha
Writes that he would like to hire Welly (his nephew Wellington Spohn) at five cents a day to help with the harvest. Reports that rebels are camped nearby and that he is anxious toget rid of them. Discusses the feeling of brotherhood amongst the...
GLC07460.024
25 April 1863
to his sister Martha [Spohn]
Hopes that more men will be drafted to fill the regiments. Writes that he would like to see the North "whip" the South entirely with volunteers. He describes a reported rebel attack on a Union picket that forced the picket to retreat. Wheeler also...
GLC07460.025
30 April 1863
Thanks his family for the letter and the trunk of food they sent him. He has packed his winter clothing and will be sending it home so as to not carry it around during the summer months. Writes that there is rumor that his regiment will join the...
GLC07460.026
5 May 1863
Writes that furloughs have begun and three men will be allowed to go from each company. His brigade will be kept in Gallatan for the time being, as Gallatan is a very important position to keep. Writes that there will soon be a fight at...
GLC07460.027
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