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4 February 1864
Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902
to sister
He sent her $20. He apologizes for being neglectful. It is only because he has so many business letters to write.
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17 March 1864
to mother
He is sorry to hear of his mother's illness. He sent his citizen's suit home yesterday. He will have his hair cut soon.
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27 March 1864
He has sent a sample of his hair. Sadly he had to have his mustache cut off. If Burnsides' expedition does well, all the New England batteries will go with him.
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30 March 1864
He mentions several friends and acquaintances. One of the lieutenants is sick. Charley is in command of the 27th.
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1 April 1864
He has enclosed a soldier's tribute to the 1st corps. He was one of the original members. Cassie wrote that many people had returned home and that she will visit his mother this summer.
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12 April 1864
to father
They are still there but expect to go to Annapolis where they will get on a ship. But he doesn't know where they will go after that.
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17 April 1864
He has sent photos for his album. They may stay where they are for 2 months. His uncle tells him his father has a new home on Clinton St.
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20 April 1864
Hall, James, A., 1750-1819
[orders for Orville S. Dewey]
Dewey is ordered to Washington on guard patrol.
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22 April 1864
He shipped a trunk home yesterday. They will march today or tomorrow to Fort Monroe.
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12 July 1864
to Harriet W. Dewey
He thinks the "Head of the Nation" is frightened by the raid into Maryland and want to protect Washington. He would like to hear that the Johnnies are burning Buffalo.
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