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23 July 1944
Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008
to Morris "Moe" Weiner
Sylvia describes her breakfast in great detail, as well as a day at the beach with friends.
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24 July 1944
Sylvia responds to three letters she has just received from Moe.
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25 July 1944
Sylvia reports the news that she hears on the radio.
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26 July 1944
Sylvia questions why the last letter she has received from Moe is dated six days ago.
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27 November 1862
Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865
to Father
He talks about the the threat of destruction toward Fredricksburg unless the Rebels surrender it but as of yet the city is left untouched. he mentions Mr. Whitaker.
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1 December 1862
Fredricksburg remains in possession of the Rebels and he hopes they will stay where they are for the next few days. He expects the Paymaster soon. The latest General Orders praises the 9th.
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6 December 1862
He sent a box containing his old uniform to his father, as well as a portfolio, some letters. He heard that Dunyee's zoaves were about seven miles away. There was a grand review of General Sickles division.
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10 December 1862
They are ordered to cook three days rations and to cross the Fredricksburg river. He discusses his payment details.
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17 December 1862
He provides a lengthy description of the bombardment of Fredricksburg. The captain got sick so the company was in his command.
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25 December 1862
He wishes his father a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Their regiment had the duty of picketing the Rappahanock. Brags about his regiment and how everyone knows how splendid they are.
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1 January 1863
Poem about New Years'.
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3 January 1863
This time he picketed, he was not on the river bank but in reserve, so he was deprived of the opportunity to crop with another truce flag. His health and wellness continue.
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7 January 1863
To his surprise found the carpet bag his father had sent was missing items and it appeared as if the lock had been broken.
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The officers headed by Col. Hawkins were taken to the headquarters of Major Gen. Sumner and Gen. Wilcox as well who praised the 9th regiment.
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13 January 1863
He mentions that there is a movement started by Col. Hawkins to raise funds to build a monument in Central Park or another suitable place to commemorate the officers that have died in the war.
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16 January 1863
They have been marching with three days cooked rations and 16 rounds ammunition. Meanwhile their destination is unknown.
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17 January 1863
He thinks the 9th regiment will most likely go on to Richmond. He has not yet caught the carpet bag thief.
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20 January 1863
He copies out orders from Burnside regarding a meeting with the enemy. He includes a song, "Battle of Fredericksburg, Va."
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23 January 1863
The rain has delayed their movement.
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27 July 1944
Sylvia reports that her father has gotten worse, Joe is still in the hospital and Pop is still working.
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28 July 1944
Sylvia discusses the books they are reading, and a conversation she had with Olga about Marty.
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29 July 1944
Sylvia tells Moe how much she misses him. She also mentions sleeping at her mothers, and talking to her mom about Mads pregnancy.
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30 July 1944
Sylvia mentions Ruth and Sammy B., talks of bookkeeping and filing.
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31 July 1944
Sylvia mentions a Lillian R. and her parents.
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1 August 1944
Sylvia reports that no matter what they do, her father doesn't seem to be improving.
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