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12 November 1862
Morse, Justus, fl. 1861-1864
to Catherine (Kitty)
He has joined his regiment in the field again. They are sleeping in log cabins and it is really quite nice. He has no hope of getting back home any time soon.
GLC02170.18
24 December 1862
to Kitty
They are celebrating. The boys are throwing sky rockets. He missed inspection the other day. He cannot afford to send her a Christmas gift.
GLC02170.21
13 March 1863
There was firing of the cannons that morning. There has not been any infantry fighting, only a slight skirmish earlier. The country is beautiful around them.
GLC02170.23
30 September 1863
There was a freak accident involving one of the men in the 11th corp. He was supposed to get on the train but somehow didn't and the cars ran over him crushing his legs and breaking an arm. He lived.
GLC02170.27
21 October 1863
He got a letter from Jim the other day. He is sorry to hear that she still has a cough. He does not know wwhen he is coming home since they are not granting many furloughs.
GLC02170.30
20 November 1863
to Miss (Kitty)
He might get to come home in the winter. A fellow soldier who saw her picture has fallen in love with her.
GLC02170.32
9 December 1863
He had a great Thanksgiving. He lets her know of the death of his grandmother. He is due ten months worth of pay.
GLC02170.34
8 January 1864
to friend
he heard from Jim. He has a Christmas gift for her. He got Jenny a silk apron for Christmas.
GLC02170.36
31 January 1864
Siscoe, C., fl. 1861-1864
to true and devoted friend (J. Morse)
On Wednesday morning he learned that Sister Margot was dead. There are five men currently sick. He saw his folks recently. Morse's father has a cough.
GLC02170.39
21 February 1864
to C. Sciscoe (Kitty)
He would love to be home while Henry and J. are at homebut he is not sure now if he will actually get to come. He describes his surroundings as dry and there is hardly anything worth speaking about.
GLC02170.41
13 March 1864
Henry wrote to her that there was a party at their house recently and there were the prettiest girls he ever saw there.He tells Kitty that ladies like her who are looking to get married had better be looking around now.
GLC02170.43
26 April 1864
He offers to pay for her to go to school in Bloomington.He does not want her to waste herself. He tells her James Reagers is in Louisville, KY currently.
GLC02170.45
4 June 1864
He has the chills. He is glad she is not taking the postponemnet of her school too hard. He does not expect he will get to come home any time soon. He tells her not to work too hard planting the corn.
GLC02170.48
24 July 1864
C.S., fl. 1861-1864
to J. Morse
They are done with the harvesting. She does not tell her parents that he sent her money. Mr. Heppert's house and property burned up.
GLC02170.52
18 August 1864
He writes that if it had been his fate to fall on the battlefield he would have been ready to die. But her letters always kept him going and made him stronger. He told his father he wants him to put in some wheat.
GLC02170.55
24 August 1864
He looks forward to the future when she will be his companion but they must endure some hard times first.He was ainvited to a party he did not attend and he was glad because it turned out to be a dance.
GLC02170.57
28 September 1864
He has been sick since he last wrote to her. But he assures her he will be alright in a few days. He is still waiting to go home.
GLC02170.59
15 February 1943
Miller, Ruth, 1943-?
Order to report for induction
A notice informing Moe Weiner that he has been selected for training and service in the army.
GLC09414.1530
1929-1945
Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008
to Morris "Moe" Weiner
This is a letter fragment in which Sylvia responds to letters she has received. Mentions a letter in which Moe gave her insight in how to deal with her supervisor.
GLC09414.0572
1943-1944
Photograph of Sylvia and Moe Weiner
Taken in late 1943, or early 1944 the two are standing by the water, Moe is in uniform.
GLC09414.1650
Photograph of Moe Weiner
There is no date on the photo, Moe stands in uniform by a sign.
GLC09414.1652
Photograph Alvin Greenfield
Alvin stands in between two other airmen in uniform.
GLC09414.1655
March 1943
Photograph of Alvin Greenfield
Al stands to the far left in a group with four other unidentified men. They are wearing long coats on the Boardwalk at Atlantic City
GLC09414.1656
27 September 1862
Thomas, Lorenzo, 1804-1875
General Orders No. 144
Copy of General Orders No. 144 of September 27, 1862, signed by the Assistant Adjutant General, dismissing Key from the service for uttering disloyal sentiments.
GLC00228.02
September 26, 1862
Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865
to John J. Key
The letter is accompanied by a copy of General Orders No. 144 of September 27, 1862, signed by the Assistant Adjutant General, dismissing Key from the service for uttering disloyal sentiments. The note describes meeting on 27 September with Key and...
GLC00228.01
9 November 1944
Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988
to Sylvia Weiner
Moe indulges in more memories of the trips they've taken together. He also writes that he loves Sylvia more now than when they were first married.
GLC09414.1249
7 December 1944
Moe remembers Pearl Harbor and how they heard the news three years ago.
GLC09414.1279
Moe describes the concert in detail, watching the pianist, he was reminded of the many times Sylvia played the piano.
GLC09414.1282
26 December 1944
Moe says he has been guarding German prisoners for the past three days, and has a hard time believing that they have hurt people. He describes them as meek as lambs. But at the same time he has no sympathy for them.
GLC09414.1296
5 February 1863
Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864
to Richard H. Jackson
He informs him he has called on Orderly L. Huct and had a pleasant talk. He learned that Lt. Col. Kimball has a short stay in Washington.
GLC07705.252
21 December 1862
He received John Davis's letters, along with the Zouave uniform, and portrait of a young lady which will be delivered to his mother in due time.
GLC07705.245
12 January 1863
He writes about the boots he has reecntly sent. Then draws a picture of the boot, marked with Richard's name inside. He saw J. Austen the other day who has gotten his discharge.
GLC07705.247
20 January 1863
He writes about the dress uniform Richard has requested he purchase. He discusses various sizes.
GLC07705.248
1 February 1863
He writes of the gallant bravery of Burnside and his misfortune with the weather. He tells Richard to write to Margaret Delahantes and includes her address.
GLC07705.251
6 February 1863
He has received his letter in which he asks him not to mail the coat because he has someone coming to get it.
GLC07705.254
15 February 1863
Jackson, Elizabeth, fl. 1861-1864
He writes that Miss Mulligan went to a fortune teller who told her her lovers' name was Richard and she would get two letters from him.
GLC07705.255
17 February 1863
He has picked out his fatigue coat and other items to be delivered to Richard.
GLC07705.257
20 February 1863
He has written out an itemized receipt for all the items sent by Adams Express.
GLC07705.259
7 January 1945
Becker, David, fl. 1943-1945
to Moe Weiner
This letter is from Moe's nephew. He thanks Moe for the gifts. He also draws a picture of a German general on the last page.
GLC09414.1682
23 April 1943
Bernie, fl. 1943
Bernie writes that he is sorry he hasn't written sooner, he thought he had lost Sylvia's address but recently found it. He mentions that he is expecting his parents to visit at the end of April.
GLC09414.1686
28 February 1929
Becker, Samuel, fl. 1943
Sam complains about army life. He also tells a humorous story about his quest for shoes that fit properly, in the end he has four pairs of shoes.
GLC09414.1687
27 August 1929
Moe wishes Sylvia a happy birthday from Switzerland where he is on furlough, and asks her to call. She wrote on the back that she could not get a call through.
GLC09414.1688
Lil, fl. 1929-1945
Lil writes that she tried to contact Sylvia several times by phone but was unsuccessful. She also says she did get the message that Moe is in Oregon, and asks Sylvia to confirm the address.
GLC09414.1689
Sam writes that he would like to hear from Sylvia once in a while. He mentions that he went to Savannah and discovered the Jewish community there.
GLC09414.1691
Becker, Madeline, 1915-1995
Madeline writes that she is glad that Moe is in a camp in the West instead of the East, she heard the difference is amazing. She is currently in Florida, unfortunately, it isn't so glamorous because there are soldiers everywhere. She also mentions...
GLC09414.1692
Marge, fl. 1943
Marge writes that the ration board only gave blue points for some reason. She asks Sylvia to do her a favor and call the ration board and complain about insufficient stamps for meat and butter. She says both are needed to help Joe who is still very...
GLC09414.1694
17 March 1929
Marge writes that they are now in Revere. She hopes Sylvia is adjusting to life without Moe. She is looking forward to going back to New York.
GLC09414.1695
Weiner, Pepi, fl. 1905-2000
to Mom and Pop (Moe's parents)
Pepi writes that Willie is probably going to Panama, but she is worried about the store they own, and does not want to leave it. She sends 10 dollars, and invites her parents over.
GLC09414.1696
18 February 1944
Bess, fl. 1944
Poem
A poem about how busy Bess is "here I am again Moe/Always on the go Moe..."
GLC09414.1676
22 September 1929
Gellis, Joe, fl. 1944
Joe reports that the stores are getting some reputation and Geo. O'Brien is getting transferred into the law division. He wonders how Moe will handle getting orders from his wife after being a Sgt. He mentions that he has been asked to spend 20% of...
GLC09414.1677
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