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27 March 1865
Wells, Edmund C. (fl. 1864-)
to Maria
the enemy attacked the 9th and 2nd corp. describes the Comissary Quarters. believes that men can live more comfortably apart from women than women can by themselves.
GLC08311.38
1865
to Annis, Lida and Johnny
asks Annis to learn to write better than he can and to be careful with her eyes. intructs her to be grateful for her education. tells Lida and Johnny to play with chickens and horses.
GLC08311.43
21 June 1865
tells her when to expect him. tells her to kill the flies before he comes homes.
GLC08311.48
16 February 1867
Mother (fl. 1867-)
was happy to receive letters from her and Edward. also got tickets from from "those dear children." mentions a Fanny Peck who married a minister.
GLC08311.51
26 January 1867
Kulduh is very sick. Charlie comes up with various treatments. mentions Aunt Philena's health as well. thanks Edward for the sweet potatoes.
GLC08311.52
19 May 1861
Unknown
No. 18
written on back, note in pencil reads "Mr. Blake, our boys must be with Banks in their retreat, I think.-Mrs. L. Smith
GLC08413.02
21 May 1862
The Girl I Left Behind Me
features woman crying on a soldier's shoulder.
GLC08413.17
5 November 1861
to Husband and Son
writes that she has been sick for four weeks and has not been outside. Bacon has been to see her four times and was here today.
envelope features man holding flag with eagle.
GLC08413.18
1861-1877
untitled envelope
features woman and soldier embracing under a tree
GLC08413.20
1 December 1864
to Philip Coleman
writes that the new baby is unlike the eldest and he is sleeping more at night than formerly.desires to help a German gentleman in the army. Sue has been unwell.
GLC08413.56
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