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17 March 1863
Porter, Charles B. (fl. 1860-)
to Brother H. (Henry)
They have been fighting up on the Blackwater. They are under marching orders again. He is glad to hear his father has got into business again.
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28 March 1863
He is sending 50 dollars and wants his brother to tell him when he receives it.
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29 March 1863
Two weeks ago they left camp. The journey to Baltimore was rough. Many men became sea sick. They then went to Louisville and are now in Bardsville. He sent his brother some money.
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Adams Express form
For the 50 dollars he sent his brother.
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13 April 1863
Everyone is excited about the fighting at Charleston. He mentions Joe Hooker.
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26 May 1863
to Father
They are camped near a small town called Columbia. He wishes his father could come visit. He thinks they will cross the river since the Rebel general is reported to be across the river.
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2 June 1863
They returned from an expedition out to Cumberland river that did not amount to much. It rained much of the time and the Rebels captured some horses and made the sheriff sewr allegiance to their government.
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13 July 1863
to Brother Henry
Vicksburg surrendered. Very, very faded.
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20 September 1863
Porter, Charles F. (fl. 1860-)
He has been detailed as a nurse and does not know when he get out to see his brother. He knows his brother wants to marry but he tells him to look before he leaps.
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16 September 1863
Unknown
He wanted to come home to the state fair but his horse was too tired. He went to see Ms. Castes to see if he could hire a horse, but her folks will be using all the horses. He may get home next week. He hasn't heard from Frank.
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18 December 1863
They are now in Knoxville. The regiment has suffered losses. Major Byington is dead. Captain Farren is wounded.
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4 February 1864
The officers have been trying to get soldiers to reenlist. More reenlisted than the number of people who actually showed up for duty. Those that did not reenlist had to be transferred to another regiment.
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15 April 1864
to Loid Porter
They found all of this cattle. They counted the cattle.
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28 August 1864
Porter, Hank (fl. 1860-)
He was sorry to hear of the death of Uncle James. They have not heard from Sam or Matt. Theyw ere offered 1 dollar per pound for their wool.
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He hopes his father has gotten over his sickness. They had a disagreement and he hopes this does not chnage his father's opinion of him.
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10 March 1864
He does not know what to think about his brother's idea to sell the homestead. He doesn't know what he will do after he gets out of the service. Newspaper clipping features list of names of those drafted.
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7 February 1865
Thier father arrived. He brought a wagon with him. Eventually he will send for Theodore to come out as well. He wishes he could have been at his brother's wedding. He calls himself an old bachelor destined to live in the woods.
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23 April 1865
He has not felt better since he left the army. He is helping ftaher herd his cattle. Their father would like to borrow 50 dollars.
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17 May 1865
Theodore is sick. It has been raining alot. They have 350 cattle in all. They are thinking about herding sheep as well but he wants his brother's opinion.
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2 July 1865
He and Theodore have been breaking up prairie. They are thing about taking a house up north. He asks for his brother's opinion.
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1861-1877
Kyle, Rev. J.C. (fl. 1860-)
I Invite You
Sermon published by American tract society. The author invites the reader to come to Christ.
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Tomorrow--A Dialogue with Myself
Sermon published by American tract society. The author says one should put off repenting until tomorrow.
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The Ten Commandments
Published by American tract society. Exodus 20 : 3--17.
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Not Now
Published by American tract society. Now is the time to believe in God.
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Only Try
Published by American tract society. Only try to serve God.
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14 October 1862
Scarborough, William H. (fl. 1862-1865)
to Father and Mother
They've been marching for four days. John Larr is currently in the hospital. He, himself has a cold and has been exempt from duty for two days. He requests a pair of boots be made for him.
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28 January 1863
to Parents
He was sick for the last two weeks but is now feeling quite well.
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21 March 1863
He has received any mail from his parents in two months but he has received mail from others. There have been a few cases of small pox. They do not know how long they'll remain in the present area.
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03 April 1863
Daniel Wright paid them a visit recently. William sent lots of mail with him. One soldier in the company died recently, leaving behind a wife and children.
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04 April 1863
They just got paid for four months. They received orders to leave that morning from the river.He is feeling good.
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22 April 1863
It is his birthday and he is 24. He would love to be at home but he understands how necessary it is for him to be here. He expects a battle soon and he hopes a speedy peace to follow.
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31 May 1863
He was sorry to hear of the mare's death. They have since left Perkins' Plantation. It was a hard march. They are in the midst of a battle and can hear Rebels' shells overhead.
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25 June 1863
Many people are sick with fever and chills.
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02 July 1863
He is writing from the hospital where there are over 200 patients. He has heard the hospital may be moved. He mentions Rebel Johnson and how he doesn't think they can catch him after the fall of Vicksburg.
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18 July 1863
The hospital was broken up and the regiment is headed toward Jackson, MS. He would like very much to help with the harvest but the prospect looks rather bleak.
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20 July 1863
He is doing extremely well. His finger is almost healed and he will be alble to join his command. He heard that John Farr died though he does not know the cause. He would like very much to go home but the chance is slim.
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1 August 1863
He mentions a Capt. Leonard, whom he thinks every one will like because he is a very sociable gentleman. In Mississippi, the regiment has won most battles
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It is reported that they are going to New Orleans next. One of his fellow soldiers accidentally drowned himself the other day when he went down to the river to swim.
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4 August 1863
He writes he is enjoying himself and has received the handkerchief.
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14 August 1863
He is healthy and happy because he received a lot of mail recently. Their sharp shooters are within gun shot of Fort Morgan.
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30 August 1863
Yesterday they had a grand review in which General Banks reviewed them, He talks about how the life of a soldier is actually pretty nice.
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3 September 1863
to Brother Jeff
He is healthy and enjoying himself as usual. He expects to go on another hard campaign in the direction of Mobile. He mentions the grand review by Gen. Banks and says they'll also be reviewed by Gen. Grant.
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21 September 1863
He is ill. His head hurts and he has fever and chills, all of which he thinks is the result of a severe cold. He mentions the easiness of the drills which only have to be done 2 hours a day.
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5 October 1863
to Father, Mother, Brother, Sister
They took the railroad to Brashies City. They will have about 200 miles to march. He requests socks.
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11 November 1863
The Rebels acknowledged a loss of 200 men while their side did not lose more than 20, but many were captured and wounded. He gives suggestions for boots and an overcoat he wants made for him.
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23 December 1863
He is now in Texas. He briefly descibes the sea journey which brought him there. The water they drink is quite brackish. But the boys seem to be good health nonetheless.
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16 January 1864
He has gained quite a bit of weight since he first went into the army. So far the Texas Rebel cavalry have lost 100 men. The report is that they are now evacuating Galveston.
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6 February 1864
He went to the army church and enjoyed it immensely. They recently built a new fort and two companies have to sleep in it every night to be ready for an attack, but he is not alarmed, he does not think the Rebels would be dumb enough to attack.
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13 February 1864
The duty is heavy and the rations are short lately so the boys grumble. SOmetimes the soldiers go foraging for food like chickens
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22 February 1864
He refers to a John who complains for no reason and does not know what soldiering really is. He has a cushy, well-paid job and knows nothing nothing of the daily life of a soldier.
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