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21 July 1864
Brown, J. S. (fl. 1864-)
to Mrs. Thomas Burpee
Tells the story of how Thomas Burpee died starting with when he was shot to the time he was embalmed.
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1 August 1864
He heard that she was not satisfied with his last letter. writes that while he sufferred he made little complaint. He regrets that he was not with him at the moment of death as he had stepped out to get supper not realizing the end was so near.
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9 October 1864
Trying to explain the high cost of shipping the body home. acting as a kind of middleman. But thinks he ought to be treated better. thinks it is unfair to expect him to pay the bill.
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15 July 1864
He is concerned because he has not heard from her. He encloses the key for his carpet bag. Everything else is in the hands of Mr. Gallup.
GLC02744.221
27 April 1865
He writes the body was not properly preserved so a fee is not required in that instance. But says she will certainly pay for the coffin and asks for her to send the money.
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2 October 1866
Buckingham, William (fl. 1864-)
to Thomas W. Thayer
Thayer asks Buckingham to give Mrs. Burpee his kindest and regards and say that he had nothing but the utmost respect for her husband from the time he entered the service.
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25 September 1862 - 23 November 1863
Clapp, Rev. C.W (fl. 1862-)
3 letters- tells Louise not be anxious about William...
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4 May 1863
Getty, General George W. (fl. 1862-)
General Orders, Brigadier General Commanding
Congratulates the troops on their courage and conduct of late. thanks to all who particpated in the recent movement.
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Dutton, Col. Art. (fl. 1863-)
Special Orders, No. 77
Remove immediately to battery Stevens. Lieutenant Edward Gallup placed in arrest for assumption of authority.
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6 May 1863
Dix, Major General (fl. 1863-)
General Orders, No. 32
Newsletter of sorts congratulating General. Rick on the enemy's retreat to Blackwater. Less than 1500 men were killed.thank yous are extended.
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5 May 1863
Foster, Ben B. (fl. 1863-)
General Orders No. 31
He believes that after 23 days of hardship the tides are turning once again. Renewed expressions of confidence and thanks.
GLC02744.228
Burpee, Thomas (fl. 1837-1929)
Report
Report of the movement of the 21st Regiment, includes extract of general orders no. 28
GLC02744.229
15 April 1864
to Thomas F. Burpee
He advises him to make a direct application to Major General Butler in reference to the recruiting of his regiment.
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23 July 1863
Brown, Gno? (fl. 1863-)
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25 May 1863
Buckingham, William (fl. 1863-)
He heard that the position of hospital steward is vacant. recommending John A Brown for the position.
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16 April 1861
Williams, Joseph D. (fl. 1861-)
General Orders, No. 232
He details the organization of a regiment of infantry made up of volunteers.
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17 January 1861
Buckingham, William (fl. 1861-)
General Orders, No. 227
How to prevent disloyalty and anarchy. encourage enlistment and discipline.
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1 May 1861
Williams, J.D. (fl. 1861-)
Special Order, No. 12 (for Thomas F. Burpee)
He is ordered to deliver all rifle muskets and equipment in his possession to Col. John M. Hathering and General Van Buren.
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8 May 1861
General Orders No. 283
volunteers are no longer needed.since the president declined their services they are hereby discharged.
GLC02744.236
If there is an emergency, they will take his offer of service to the governor. They cannot give him any new muskets at this time.
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20 May 1852
Hibbard, C. (fl. 1852-)
Company Orders 1852, Fifth Regiment, First Brigade
He must give legal warning to members of company who are scheduled to appear on parade at Union Hall in Rockville, May 28th, 1852.
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24 May 1861
Irish, William L. (fl. 1861-)
Paymaster requires complete list of volunteers that were under Thomas Burpee and the number of days they worked.
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4 May 1861
Parbour, N.L (fl. 1861-)
He requests that Burpee send the commissioned officers to their office as his company will be designated Rifle C. J 5th Reg.
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23 November 1861
Milligrand, J.S (fl. 1861-)
Since there is no field officer in the state militia he is required to make his report directly to him.
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22 April 1861
General Orders, No. 254
How to organize the volunteers that must be accepted and enrolled.
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