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24 December 1862
Morse, Justus (fl. 1861 - 1864)
to Kitty
They are celebrating. The boys are throwing sky rockets. He missed inspection the other day. He cannot afford to send her a Christmas gift.
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13 March 1863
There was firing of the cannons that morning. There has not been any infantry fighting, only a slight skirmish earlier. The country is beautiful around them.
GLC02170.23
30 September 1863
There was a freak accident involving one of the men in the 11th corp. He was supposed to get on the train but somehow didn't and the cars ran over him crushing his legs and breaking an arm. He lived.
GLC02170.27
21 October 1863
He got a letter from Jim the other day. He is sorry to hear that she still has a cough. He does not know wwhen he is coming home since they are not granting many furloughs.
GLC02170.30
20 November 1863
to Miss (Kitty)
He might get to come home in the winter. A fellow soldier who saw her picture has fallen in love with her.
GLC02170.32
9 December 1863
He had a great Thanksgiving. He lets her know of the death of his grandmother. He is due ten months worth of pay.
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8 January 1864
to friend
he heard from Jim. He has a Christmas gift for her. He got Jenny a silk apron for Christmas.
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31 January 1864
Siscoe, C. (fl. 1861 - 1864)
to true and devoted friend (J. Morse)
On Wednesday morning he learned that Sister Margot was dead. There are five men currently sick. He saw his folks recently. Morse's father has a cough.
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21 February 1864
Morse, J. (fl. 1861-1864)
to C. Sciscoe (Kitty)
He would love to be home while Henry and J. are at homebut he is not sure now if he will actually get to come. He describes his surroundings as dry and there is hardly anything worth speaking about.
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12 March 1864
Henry wrote to her that there was a party at their house recently and there were the prettiest girls he ever saw there.He tells Kitty that ladies like her who are looking to get married had better be looking around now.
GLC02170.43
26 April 1864
He offers to pay for her to go to school in Bloomington.He does not want her to waste herself. He tells her James Reagers is in Louisville, KY currently.
GLC02170.45
4 June 1864
He has the chills. He is glad she is not taking the postponemnet of her school too hard. He does not expect he will get to come home any time soon. He tells her not to work too hard planting the corn.
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24 July 1864
C.S. (fl. 1861-1864)
to J. Morse
They are done with the harvesting. She does not tell her parents that he sent her money. Mr. Heppert's house and property burned up.
GLC02170.52
18 August 1864
He writes that if it had been his fate to fall on the battlefield he would have been ready to die. But her letters always kept him going and made him stronger. He told his father he wants him to put in some wheat.
GLC02170.55
24 August 1864
He looks forward to the future when she will be his companion but they must endure some hard times first.He was ainvited to a party he did not attend and he was glad because it turned out to be a dance.
GLC02170.57
28 September 1864
He has been sick since he last wrote to her. But he assures her he will be alright in a few days. He is still waiting to go home.
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Unknown
to Unknown
Mentions Grandmother and other mutual friends and family. Te author writes that he/she has seven garments and a new pair of shoes and can go to school when he/she pleases.
GLC02170.62
to Catherine (Kitty)
They say a lot of men in the Southern army are disillusioned. He expects there will be another fight soon since he saw six boats going down the river. His health is good.
GLC02170.64
to Catherine (KItty)
He knows she wants him to come home but it is hard for a well person to get a furlough. he thanks her for the lock of hair she sent. He has a book called 1001 Home Amusements filled with puzzles and stories.
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14 March 1865
Nicolson, Charles (fl. 1862-1864)
to Alice
He was sick but is now feeling much better. He is glad that her father, who is an inavalid, is hoping to move to Morgan Town, It will be good for his health. He instructs her to only buy things she needs as most items are still piced very high.
GLC02171.04
3 May 1865
He commends her on putting her father above herself so that she can take care of him. He was not surprised to hear of cousin Richardson's death because she knew her son was a prisoner in the South for over eleven months. He believes people in power...
GLC02171.06
10 May 1865
Libbie (fl. 1862-1864)
to Allie
She has not been very well lately with neuralgia in his head and face. Her daughters continue their studies. She has not heard from cousin Caroline.
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1861-1877
Hawkeye (fl. fl. 1862-)
Two Brothers Fallen
A tribute to Captain Asbel Fairchild Duncan and Fidelio Hughes Duncan, both of whom died in Winchester after getting wounded in battle.
GLC02171.09
3 May 1860
Treadwill, A.B. (fl. 1860-)
Teaching Certification
This is to certify that Charles B Porter his examination and is able to give instruction for two years in Newton, Michigan.
GLC02172.01
15 August 1861
Porter, Charles B. (fl. 1860-)
to Brother Henry
He doesn't want his brother to enlist because he's afraid he'll pick up too many vices. He is glad his brother received the money. He complains that his father hasn't written.
GLC02172.10
28 August 1861
A lot of commotion. General McClelland came by three times and there have been messengers going back and forth. He is on guard today.
GLC02172.13
8 September 1861
There has been fighting among the pickets.Three of their men were wounded and one died yesterday. There are a lot of peach and apple trees where he is.Troops are continually coming in. 70,000 crossed into Virginia Thursday night.
GLC02172.16
26 September 1861
They heard about General Mulligan's surrender to the rebels supposedly because General Freemont did not send reinforcements.
GLC02172.19
28 September 1861
They had inspection that morning. He is glad his brother has given up the idea of enlisting for now.
GLC02172.20
1 October 1861
One of the men almost drowned and they were up half the night. Then they had to a trek of about ten miles. They captured three prisoners.
GLC02172.22
15 October 1861
During the battle of Bull Run, their company stayed back in a town called Centreville. They went out on picket again and ended up five miles away. They are unable to advance any further for now.
GLC02172.25
6 November 1861
Tomorrow morning the regiment marches toward Tahrick Church. Many think the South will sue for peace in about six weeks' time.
GLC02172.27
16 November 1861
There was a report about a small fight in Western Virginia in the morning paper. He has been catching colds lately and has an awful one right now. But he can take it for he is as 'tough as a bull."
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9 December 1861
They have been in their current location 8 weeks now. He does not know how much longer they will be there. Their pickets were fired upon by the Rebel cavalry.
GLC02172.32
31 December 1861
The Rebel pickets are three miles away. There is firing on both the right and left. He wishes could get a chance to take a sleigh ride. He will get his next two months pay this morning.
GLC02172.34
21 January 1862
They have been on picket guard for four days. They got paid but he hasn't had a chance to send him money yet. It has been very muddy because of the rains.
GLC02172.36
23 February 1862
They left camp about a week ago and are now near Newport News. They have better sleeping quarters than ever before. A mutual friend is in the hospital.
GLC02172.41
16 April 1862
Their campground was near the city of Hampton. He mentions some historical events that took place in town.He has talked to Edward a number of times.
GLC02172.45
16 May 1862
A lot of the boys are sick in the hospitals They haven't been able to get any newspapers for a while. He sees boats pull up to Cumberland's Landing.
GLC02172.47
9 June 1862
They are camped near Richmond now and are awaiting reinforcements. The papers report the previous fight was particularly tough. He needs paper and postage stamps.
GLC02172.49
26 January 1863
Miller, Michael Murray, fl. 1861-1864
to Lile Miller
Miller writes to his wife from camp near White Oak Church. Mentions that his father, who is also in the military, is ward master of an unspecified hospital. Writes, "in this letter you filled a large space with the doings of of [sic] the Government...
GLC02155.079
15 February 1863
Miller writes to his wife from camp near Union Mills. Describes his recent march from Alexandria via Manassas Road and Fairfax Court House. Mentions a mutiny in his company; Miller sided with the officers. Writes, "the Division is Ruined."
GLC02155.081
23 February 1863
Miller writes to his wife from camp near Union Mills. Describes another miserable night on picket. Notes that they will receive four months pay the following month.
GLC02155.084
6 March 1863
Miller writes to his wife from camp near Union Mills. Comments on the draft: "...the Conscription Act... comes down verry heavily on the men from 21 to 35 years of age, But it is only what they should have done one year ago, had they have given Genl...
GLC02155.086
18 March 1863
Comments that mistakes in the letter are due to his companions' singing. Also notes that making rings out of bone or wood has become fashionable in his company.
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2 April 1863
Relates to his wife that he installed a stove in his quarters. Comments on Sergeant Henry's wounded leg. Notes that there are four regiments at his Fairfax Station: the Buck Tails, his regiment, the Sixth, and the Second.
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10 April 1863
Miller, Michael Murray (1861-1864)
Assures his wife that he cares about her as much as ever. Writes, "...as far as Alexandria is concerned, should we be so unfortunate as to get there, you have known my feelings in regard to such things too long to doubt me for an instant..." Notes...
GLC02155.093
23 April 1863
Regarding his inability to get a furlough, writes, "Dear Wife there is an under handed game at work here, those that are Particular friends of Little Eddy McPherson stands the Best chance as they write on to him he goes to Genl Heintzleman [sic]...
GLC02155.096
6 May 1863
Reflects on his service: "...when we look at the army of the Potomac under Genl Hooker how they have Been marching and fighting the last week we ought not to complain, many a poor fellow whose time was nearly out... whose Boddy now lies a lifeless...
GLC02155.098
21 May 1863
Complains that some of his fellows have obtained a furlough, while he has not. Discusses Mr. Frey, a sutler, and the sutler store. In a post script, notes that he enclosed a song (not included) with this letter.
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