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December 18, 1865
Frank, Augustus, fl. 1863-1865
to George May Powell
Business pressure has presented him from seeing GMP while in New York, but plans on seeing him in a few days when he is in town.
GLC00687.242
August 25, 1866
Unknown
to unknown
He writes about being in school and taking Bible classes. He hopes to see GMP before long as it has been a year. Letter might be written by Samuel Wells Powell to unknown recipient.
GLC00687.243
May 28, 1869
Merritt, P. Gordon, fl. 1869
He responds to GMP's inquiries about his real estate in San Francisco, offering to sell to GMP at low prices.
GLC00687.244
September 15, 1869
Lee, Herbert A., fl. 1869
He reports that Mr. Chester is making arrangements for rent. He looks forward to seeing him soon.
GLC00687.245
December 16, 1869
Palmer, W.C., fl. 1869
Because only a portion of their desk room is occupied, he offers to let part of it to GMP during December, January, and February.
GLC00687.246
December 10, 1869
He would like to visit with GMP and asks him to leave word when and where that could happen.
GLC00687.247
1873
Walling, E.R., fl. 1873
He arrived in town yesterday from the oil repairs where he met GMP's friends Mr. Watson and Rev. Dr. Marks. He is anxious to see GMP and discuss Watson.
GLC00687.248
January 10, 1874
Hampshire Paper Company
to Evangelical Press Association
They send statements of account by Mr. Powell.
GLC00687.249
April 7, 1875
to My Dear Friend
She regrets not being able to respond promptly. She comments on the weather and flood damage to her husband's dams. She refers to family members and asks for news about them, hoping that all will come visit her.
GLC00687.250
September 17, 1880
H. Gaze & Son
They refer him to their American contact as they do not conduct international business from the London office. On H. Gaze & Son Tourist and Excursion Directors letterhead.
GLC00687.253
March 14, 1881
Smith, R., fl. 1881
He cannot give GMP the desired information. He has asked his local agent to send the information. They will alter their concentration on Virginia property to meet local needs.
GLC00687.254
5 October 1864
Morse, George F., fl. 1864-1868
to father
Plans to enlist in 91st Regiment with his friend Chris Skelton, and receipt of bounty payment.
GLC02180.01
7 October 1864
successfully enlisting and medical examination.
GLC02180.02
9 October 1864
runaway substitute soldiers, camp conditions, bounty payment and general finances. Written on Hart Island
GLC02180.03
12 October 1864
Jamieson, William, fl. 1864
to George F. Morse
Morse's dejection at being stationed at Hart's Island and delayed from joining the 91st Regiment, Jamieson's religious practice in camp, and exhortions to trust in Jesus. Written at Fort McHenry.
GLC02180.04
23 October 1864
to brother
gratitude for the receipt of food and letters, report on camp life, and religious activities. Written on Hart Island
GLC02180.05
28 October 1864
Francis, Edward E., fl. 1864-1866
news of friends stationed in other military units, and an account of attendance and activities at religious organizations in Brooklyn.
GLC02180.06
2 November 1864
obtaining documentation from recruiter in Kingstown in order to expedite his transfer to the 91st Regiment, camp life, diet. Written on Hart Island
GLC02180.07
14 November 1864
Perkins, R.E., fl. 1864-1865
his anxiety for Morse's physical and spiritual well-being, report on friends and the religous activites in Brooklyn.
GLC02180.08
a visit from his mother, the request of writing paper and envelopes, report of conversation with Confederate soldier who, after being taken prisoner at Vicksburg, joined the Union Army; also includes a brief reply to his sister's letter. Written on...
GLC02180.09
21 November 1864
Pearson, Charles G., fl. 1864-1865
expressions of friendship, speculations about the arrival of prisoners to Hart's Island, Morse's transfer to Fort McHenry, and anticipation of his 21st birthday
GLC02180.10
2 December 1864
advice on Morse's anticipated transfer, poor quality of camp chaplains, report of his work as a hospital nurse tending soldiers with typhoid fever.
GLC02180.11
4 December 1864
the possibility pf paying a visit to Hart's Island, expressions of friendship and exhortation to remain faithful to God.
GLC02180.12
21 December 1864
assisting Morse to obtain a transfer to Fort Federal Hill, Morse's reticence to work on the Sabbath, the death of a soldier from typhoid, and the necessity of retaining his religious life in camp.
GLC02180.13
disappointment over not receiving a furlough, the possibility of a position as a clerk, and the expected visit from friends Written on Hart Island
GLC02180.14
25 December 1864
the receipt of package, inquiry about a coat for Chris Skelton, the observance of Christmas in the barracks, and the harshness of the weather. Written on Hart Island
GLC02180.15
12 January 1865
struggling business, gratitude for Morse's letters, and expressions of piety and faith.
GLC02180.16
15 January 1865
Morse's new posting at Fort Federal Hill, news of family and friends, Morse's position as captain's clerk, developments at the Brotherhood.
GLC02180.17
16 January 1865
to mother
acknowledgement of letters and parcel from home, anticipated arrival of the pay master, his engagement as captain's clerk in Company D, and anticipation that the current captain will be transferred to Company B.
GLC02180.18
20 January 1865
viewing the monuments and public buildings of Baltimore, Fort Federal Hill replacing Fort McHenry as the Regimental Headquarters, promises to send his picture, and acknowledgement of the receipt of his mother's fruit cake.
GLC02180.19
23 January 1865
attrition in the Brotherhood, the dwindling treasury, hopes for a revival of religion in the church, and affirmations of his faith in Christ.
GLC02180.20
2 February 1865
news of friends, and the finances of the Church.
GLC02180.21
11 February 1865
missing letters, receipt of Brooklyn and religious newspapers, attendance at the Seventh Baptist Church and an enthusiatic report of Mr. Fuller's sermon, his sister Mary's religious development, the payment of his washwoman, food, and his overall...
GLC02180.22
25 February 1865
a shipment of coats and blankets to his father, news that the 91st Regiment will be leaving for City Point, and anticipation of service.
GLC02180.23
28 March 1865
marching in review before President Lincoln, account of marching, artillery shelling and prisoners, and request for steel pens.
GLC02180.24
6 April 1865
reports of the death of men in his company, the capture of Confederate forces, Morse's brief hospitalization with a fever, anticipation of going to St. Petersburg.
GLC02180.25
19 April 1865
report of battle and retreat, loss of knapsack and clothes, assassination of President Lincoln, and an accounting of the wounded and the dead.
GLC02180.26
22 April 1865
hardships of camp life, the surrender of Johnston, family matters, and Chris Skelton's letter from Hart's Island.
GLC02180.27
4/3/1869
to Cousin
Signed Francis. No last name.
GLC02197.045
9/1/1869
Cover, John, fl. 1870-1887
to Nephew
GLC02197.046
2/26/1863
to Brother
GLC02197.047
7/24/1867
to Sister
GLC02197.048
11 November 1862
Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864
to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee
Their connection is so strong that when he is writing to her it almost seems like they are talking face to face.
GLC02744.094
09 November 1862
He writes about his faith in God. He answers her questions regarding his trunk.
GLC02744.095
20 November 1862
He writes that one of their men fell from a tree and dislocated his wrist. He reiterates that God gave him the greatest gift of all: her.
GLC02744.096
21 November 1862
He writes about how an officer of his rank never has to worry about food or shelter. Notes how much money the war is costing.
GLC02744.097
22 November 1862
He is anxious for Lucien to attend school. He writes that he feels the sufferings of his fellow soldiers. Notes that enemy is in Fredricksburg.
GLC02744.098
25 November 1862
Tells her not to worry so much. Writes he might be able to send for her in 4-6 weeks. They have both gained weight. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.099
28 November 1862
He writes the possibility of a battle has now become very faint. tells her to always confide in God. Mentions Park. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.100
30 November 1862
He tells her again not to believe what she reads in the newspaper. currently has a cold. He is feeling lonely and homesick. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.101
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