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7 October 1861
Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865
to Father
One of their boats, the Fanny, was captured and the crew was taken unaware near Roanoke Island. Written at Fort Clark.
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8 October 1861
The post master came and delivered his salary up to Sept. 1. later he tells the dramatic story of how they rescued the Indiana men from the boat, the Fanny. Written at Fort Clark.
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19 October 1861
There is a change in command. They are losing Gen. Wool who will no doubt be missed by all. This will change their whole schedule which he lists for his father starting at 5 am. He writes that he caught a deserter and earned extra money.
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20 October 1861
He left their last camp because it was an unhealthy place and a lot of the boys were getting sick. He would like to go to Virginia or N. Carolina next.
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28 October 1861
He writes he will be forwarding most of his pay and provides a list of things he wants his father to send him from home. There is fighting amonst the officials over who is appointed where and by whom. One of the Captains resigned and said he would...
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31 October 1861
He writes there is a great number of sea shells to collect. He wants to know what the people in New York think of his regiment. Then tells his father not to worry if he is taken prisoner. If he ever meets a secessionist "I will not try to take him...
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2 November 1861
No news. A large mail came but there was nothing from his father. He will write another letter later.
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13 November 1861
He is glad his father put the money he sent to good use...has a gripe with Mr. Choate. thinks he does not deserve to be paid back and doesn't understand why he doesn't fight for his country. He quotes from a letter of him that illustrates why he...
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18 November 1861
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He tells his father not to send any more clothes until he writes for them and is glad that Capt. Bernard was discharged.
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circa 1861-1864
Possibly included with GLC07705.032
Includes a sketch of a windmill.
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3 December 1861-5 December 1861
He describes the weather but then says he has nothing to write about. He is currently helping to build barracks. Then describes two rebel propellers that shot at their boats.
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18 June 1944
Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008
to Morris "Moe" Weiner
Sylvia talks about the erratic weather, and mentions that she saw Margie and Joe.
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19 June 1944
Sylvia finally received all of Moe's letters and immediately responds to them all.
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20 June 1944
Sylvia received more of Moe's letters, and responds to each one.
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21 June 1944
Sylvia goes to the movies with Bess, and answers a couple of his letters.
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22 June 1944
Includes sketches showing where Sylvia goes, and what she does all day, equivalent to a comic strip.
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21 March 1862
He is glad that his father received the $35. He regrets that there is no news and is forced to write a short letter.
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27 March 1862
He writes that since Roanoke was taken, hundreds of slaves have left their masters and sought protection from the Union and are now employed by the government.
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10 April 1862
They were ordered to embark on board the gun boat "Virginia." They anchored where they found a house and a man with a truce flag. 25 or 30 men came out which they took as prisoners. They all got new uniforms.
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15 April 1862
He enjoyed the Chaplain's lecture. He is going to Elizabeth City next.
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17 April 1862
General Johnston has been reported dead. He believes Jefferson Davis will soon meet his fate. Mentions Mr. Watson.
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25 April 1862
He gives a detailed account of the Battle of River Bridge. A close friend of his , William, is killed in battle. In total they lost 12 or 15 men.
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1 May 1862
He complains he has not received any mail from him lately. Hewmentions their Adjutant who was killed in River Bridge.
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An order was read to reduce the regiment of three corporals. A John Davis was one of them. He warns his father not to tell John's parents.
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5 May 1862
The received a letter from John Davis's sister asking why his father hasn't called on him.
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He is anxiously awaiting a decision on whether he will get furlough.
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12 May 1862
He includes sketch with a soldier standing next to a cannon, tee pees, an American Indian and a banner that says "Union." He mentions a Sergeant Chas E. Hill.
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18 May 1862
He complains the only mail he receives are newspapers and his friends seem to have forgotten him.
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23 May 1862
He received the news of his father's upcoming marriage and trip to Rochester. Fred L., who has been sick for some time received a furlough. He mentions all the possessions he left behind when he enlisted.
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24 May 1862
He is sending this letter as well as some other things along with a Corp. Hugh McMann.
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He is writing to inform him he has forwarded $50.
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He includes a list of items he is enclosing and insists they may appear insignificant but are very important and must be treated as trophies.
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7 July 1944
Sylvia mentions Benny Weegan, and describes her whole day. She also suggests they try new restaurants, etc.
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8 July 1944
Sylvia notes that it has been nine months since she said goodbye to Moe, goes over where he is now versus where he was.
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