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4 October 1864
Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902
to Mary "Mollie" McLean
There has been a lot of fighting in the past week. They drove the rebels out of key positions. It has rained a lot.
GLC02161.142
9 October 1864
Smith, E.W., fl. 1864
[Honorable discharge of O. S. Dewey]
Partially printed. Having tendered his resignation, Dewey is honorably discharged and will receive payment when it is determined that he owes nothing to the government.
GLC02161.145
25 January 1865
McLean, R.J., fl. 1862
Sounds as if he could be her fiance. He thanks her for all the things she has made him. He acknowledges her new sister and hopes her parents are well.
GLC02161.148
14 March 1865
He wishes he could stop working and be idle. He longs to just sit and think of nothing.
GLC02161.150
21 December 1865
to Harriet W. Dewey
They will be going South via Richmond. He tells his mother she works too hard and to take it easy.
GLC02161.153
22 January 1866
Little, Daniel H., fl. 1866
to Cousin Pristram
Mary received a letter from Pristram in regard to Aunt Sally's welfare and Uncle John Little's estate. In other news Elisabeth is marryring a widower.
GLC02161.155
7 May 1867
He asks her to pay the enclosed. He will send the balance later.
GLC02161.159
11 October 1868
Strong, Mary E., fl. 1868
to father
He appreciates his friends but they could never take the place of his family. He thanks his father for the allowance. His doctor tells him not to do so much climbing. He refers to his sister's deferred marriage.
GLC02161.162
24 October 1873
Sauboru & Clark, fl. 1873
to Nathan Curtice
His demand against the recipient was left by Joseph Moulton for collection
GLC02161.165
16 March 1886
Parker, William A., fl. 1864
[Record of marriage of Harriet W. Robinson and Norman R. Dewey]
Official marriage record with signature of witnesses.
GLC02161.167
4 March 1898
Chase, Horace G., fl. 1898
to John R. Sherman
He has enclosed the bill against his mother's estate. It includes all fees and monies he advanced in defending suits against the stockholders of the First National Bank.
GLC02161.169
27 November 1862
Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865
to Father
He talks about the the threat of destruction toward Fredricksburg unless the Rebels surrender it but as of yet the city is left untouched. he mentions Mr. Whitaker.
GLC07705.116
6 December 1862
He sent a box containing his old uniform to his father, as well as a portfolio, some letters. He heard that Dunyee's zoaves were about seven miles away. There was a grand review of General Sickles division.
GLC07705.118
17 December 1862
He provides a lengthy description of the bombardment of Fredricksburg. The captain got sick so the company was in his command.
GLC07705.120
25 December 1862
He wishes his father a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Their regiment had the duty of picketing the Rappahanock. Brags about his regiment and how everyone knows how splendid they are.
GLC07705.121
3 January 1863
This time he picketed, he was not on the river bank but in reserve, so he was deprived of the opportunity to crop with another truce flag. His health and wellness continue.
GLC07705.123
7 January 1863
To his surprise found the carpet bag his father had sent was missing items and it appeared as if the lock had been broken.
GLC07705.124
13 January 1863
He mentions that there is a movement started by Col. Hawkins to raise funds to build a monument in Central Park or another suitable place to commemorate the officers that have died in the war.
GLC07705.126
17 January 1863
He thinks the 9th regiment will most likely go on to Richmond. He has not yet caught the carpet bag thief.
GLC07705.128
23 January 1863
The rain has delayed their movement.
GLC07705.130
3 June 1862
He thinks Frank L. must have arrived home by now and has called on his father...Col. Hawkins proceeded on board the brig Port Royal for the purpose of ascending the swamp canal. Lt. Col Kimball detailed all the contrabands to erect arbars in front of...
GLC07705.069
9 June 1862
He introduces his father to William S. Hutton, discharged for disability.
GLC07705.070
17 June 1862
He is glad he called on Mrs. Milligan. He wants him to call on Janey as well. Burnside has made several trips to Norfolk.
GLC07705.072
29 June 1862
He writes of how "Him who ruleth above, that judeth of all men, entreating Him to hold the guiding hand over me while engaged in the dreadful courage of battle..."
GLC07705.074
1861-1864
[Instead of addressing via Fortress Monroe say By way of New York]
GLC07705.075
6 July 1862
He will most certainly be going to Richmond again and mentions that cousin James was wounded in the battle of Fair Oaks.
GLC07705.078
8 July 1862
He encloses a receipt for the two certificates. On his way to Richmond.
GLC07705.079
16 July 1862
He mentions highlights from the recent journey. once they arrived he was the first to get a pass in Norfolk and describes the town.
GLC07705.081
7 July 1862
Mentions the Watsons.
GLC07705.082
26 July 1862
He lists all the regiments comprising the division of Gen. Burnside. He asks his father to see Evarts and procure a comission for him.
GLC07705.085
31 July 1862
He mentions that his father recently took a trip around Central Park with a wounded officer. He also heard that an officer from his regiment called at the house when his father was absent. Heasks his father if he saw Burnside when he was in New York.
GLC07705.086
4 August 1862
He expected to go up to Harrison's landing but ended up anchored to Fortress Monroe.
GLC07705.088
10 August 1862
He mentions an old friend who he found out had been wounded and taken prisoner near RIchmond.
GLC07705.090
25 October 1862
Although his request for a leave of absence to go to New York was denied, Col. Hawkins said he could go as far as Washington. Then writes about the benefits of his promotion. Heasks for a leather valise and includes a list of items of things he will...
GLC07705.107
15 August 1862
Though they haven't seen any rebels, writes that if he does he will not take him prisoner but kill him. Cavalry and artillery arrived from Harrison recently. He describes the beautiful scenery and mentions Charlie.
GLC07705.092
20 August 1862
He is glad his father received the $22 and glad he heard from Mr. Evarts even though his attempts were not successful.
GLC07705.094
29 August 1862
He heard Gen. Lee and his army were advancing , so cavalry and artillery changed their positions. He wants to know why Mr. Watson doesn't write. Andy Dobbs brought 15 new recruits.
GLC07705.096
2 September 1862
He heard a bridge blow up as well as a goverment factory. He describes the country side. Last page written over.
GLC07705.097
16 September 1862
The cavalry rode to the edge of town and met the rebels in considerable force. The union troops then entered the town admidst much cheering. A false report surfaced that he was taken prisoner.He had dysentary.
GLC07705.099
19 September 1862
He has enclosed 3 card photographs, not included here.
GLC07705.100
22 September 1862
They lost 300 or 400 men in the last battle.
GLC07705.102
7 October 1862
He notes that President Lincoln arrived in town after his visit with the Grand Army and made two short speeches.
GLC07705.104
11 October 1862
He writes that Mr. Hallow received his father's letter informing him the money written for by him had been sent on.
GLC07705.105
29 October 1862
He left encampment at Pleasant Valley and marched onward until they crossed the Potomac into Virginia. He is now in charge of some 40 men.
GLC07705.108
3 November 1862-4 November 1862
He camped where the rebels had possession of in the morning. A skirmish broke out.
GLC07705.110
12 November 1862
He writes they are still here but will probably move on Thursday.
GLC07705.113
20 November 1862
He describes a skirmish across the Rappahanock. He reports that he received the valise with all the items he requested and requests more items like a coat and boots.
GLC07705.115
24 February 1862
Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864
to Richard H. Jackson
He is very proud that his son is in the "gallant ninth" he has been reading about. celebrated Washington's birthday. He sent the (looks like "Flushaled") Papers.
GLC07705.203
2 January 1864
He sends $50 home. He writes of the time when he may walk in and surprise his father.
GLC07705.193
13 January 1864
He recounts the raising of the "starry banner" over Fort Wagner. He described it as a gala time.
GLC07705.195
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