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16 October 1864
Morse, J. (fl. 1861-1864)
to Miss (Kitty)
He expects to be home by the Presidential election. He mentions breaking Mr. Baruft's buggy.
GLC02170.60
3 May 1865
Nicolson, Charles (fl. 1862-1864)
to Alice
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
30 May 1865
Cowder, Sam D.
to Amos J. Harding
Harding has occupied a position that enables him to obtain information regarding the disbandment of the army. Wants clarification on the General Orders No 83 because these orders, according to our officers' understanding, limit its operation to...
GLC02178.09
5 June 1866
Hitchcock, P. W.
Harding's request to receive his papers was accepted, and the papers are enclosed. Glad to know that Harding is successful and does not need or wish for office. Regrets that he could not accomplish something for Harding when he did wish it as it...
GLC02178.13
26 June 1865
Ganisus, J. C.
to unknown
re: receipt for property taxes
GLC02179.01.036
McKinney, Erastus R. (fl. 1851-1904)
Letter fragment about photograph, taxes.
Letter fragment. Re: receipt of a photograph, taxes.
GLC02179.01.043
1863/11/09
Lincoln, Abraham (1809-1865)
[Early photo of the coin counting room of the Philadelphia Mint]
[Early photo of the coin counting room of the Philadelphia Mint]. A photo of two men sitting at a table counting coins.
GLC01992.02
30 November 1862
Painter, Heber (1841-1900)
to sister Kate
Complains that he is being kept in town for recruiting despite the poor recruitment rate. Writes that recruiting costs $219 a month and feels that the government should act more economically instead of wasting money on recruiting parties. He was...
GLC02016.026
17 October 1863
Writes that he arrived at New Berne this morning. Reports that an expedition went to Elizabeth City and but didn't accomplish much there. Also reports that deserters are coming in daily at a great number. Hopes to hear good news regarding the...
GLC02016.042
14 October 1864
Describes the surroundings of Chaffin's Farm and writes that some of the Union men have been trading newspapers with neighboring rebels. Discusses the election of 1864. Wishes the canal would be completed so that they can drive the rebels into...
GLC02016.063
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