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October 13, 1862
Pearce, Eben, fl. 1861-1885
to Lena
He writes to his sister, Selina, regarding the Second battle of Corinth. The letter is written on patriotic stationery from a camp near Corinth, Mississippi.
GLC00066.024
January 23, 1863
He writes to his sister, Selina, regarding leaving hospital work. The letter is written on patriotic stationery.
GLC00066.025
February 23, 1863
He writes to his sister, Selina, declaring that the rumors of starving troops are exaggerated. The letter is written on patriotic stationery from a camp near Corinth, Mississippi.
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March 26, 1863
He writes to his sister, Selina, about camp conditions and the arrival of spring.
GLC00066.027
April 23, 1863
to Sis
He writes to his sister, Selina, about plants and pets in the camp. The letter is printed on the letterhead of the 39th Ohio Volunteers.
GLC00066.028
May 1,1863
to Parents
He discusses boredom in camp, as well as the nurses' duties.
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May 15, 1863
to Father and Mother
In his letter to his parents, he discusses his move to Memphis. Printed on the letterhead of the 39th Ohio Volunteers.
GLC00066.030
June 7, 1863
to Father
He discusses the anniversary of the Battle of Memphis, and describes administering oaths. Newspaper clipping enclosed.
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August 5, 1863
to Sister
Writes to his sister, likely Selina, about registering Black people in town as free, enslaved, or as employed by White people.
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September 7, 1863
Writes to his sister Selina, including a poem about conditions in camp.
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November 23, 1863
Eben Pearce writes to his sister, Selina, discussing the war, and suffering in the South. He mentions that there will be no Christmas furloughs and declares that he sees "the hand of God in this war."
GLC00066.034
2 April 1864
Moore, George Henry, 1823-1892
[Pass for Eben Pearce]
Pass allows Pearce through the line of battle.
GLC00066.035
25 April 1864
Gibson, Thomas, fl. 1864
GLC00066.036
GLC00066.037
31 July 1864
Adams, M. B., fl. 1864
GLC00066.038
25 November 1864
McDermot, E.M., fl. 1864
GLC00066.039
29 November 1864
Rockwell, B. B., fl. 1864
GLC00066.040
8 June 1864
Tuther, Alfred G., 1840-?
Pass allows Pearce through the line of battle. Signature of Assistant Adjutant General is largely illegible, but research indicates that Alfred G. Tuther served as General Ralph P. Buckland's Assistant Adjutant General in the District of Memphis in...
GLC00066.041
4 July 1864
Pass allows Pearce through line of battle. Name misspelled "Pierce."
GLC00066.042
7/30/1864
Browa, S. B., fl. 1864
GLC00066.043
5 January 1864
Bennett, James P., fl. 1864
[Furlough certificate]
Document officially grants furlough to Eben Pearce, allowing him to travel to Marietta, Ohio, from 5 January to 5 February 1864.
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January 20, 1864
Eben Pearce writes to his sister, Selina, about his furlough.
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February 22, 1864
He reports that he is still giving oaths of allegiance.
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March 2, 1864
Eben Pearce writes to his sister, Selina, from "The Parsonage" in Memphis, Tennessee. He reports that he is very busy with giving oaths.
GLC00066.047
May 2, 1864
He writes from the Provost Marshal's Office in Memphis, Tennessee. He discusses his plans for after the war, and also describes how one oath-taker was hanged for treason.
GLC00066.048
May 10, 1864
Written from the Provost Marshal's office in Memphis, Tennessee. He discusses his plans for after the war, including his desire to go into the ministry.
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May 11, 1864
Pearce, Charles, fl. 1863-1869
Charles Pearce describes the capture of the 77th Regiment.
GLC00066.050
May 20, 1864
Written from the Provost Marshal's office in Memphis, Tennessee. He mentions that there is little work to be done at his office and discusses his plans for the future.
GLC00066.051
May 28, 1864
On stationery of the Provost Marshal General. Signed "Josh," though content and location suggests the author is in fact Eben. Written to Selina, his sister, on the subject of gardens.
GLC00066.052
28 May 1864
Poem
An anti-war poem originally enclosed with GLC00066.052, a letter to Selina of 28 May 1864. Signed "Josh," though the author is most likely Eben.
GLC00066.053
[Oath of allegiance]
Signed by Thomas Gibson as witness.
GLC00066.054
July 11, 1864
Eben Pearce writes from Burnett House, in Cincinnati, Ohio, discussing his move to Cincinnati.
GLC00066.055
October 20, 1864
Eben Pearce writes to his sister, Selina, about news, mentioning that he is back from the Army.
GLC00066.056
November 19, 1864
Eben Pearce writes to his sister, likely Selina, while on board the steamer "Golden Eagle." He explains that he is going to clerk for their brother, Edgar, in Little Rock, Arkansas.
GLC00066.057
December 15, 1864
to "Sis"
Writes to his sister, likely Selina, describing Little Rock, Arkansas.
GLC00066.058
February 10, 1865
Writes to his sister, likely Selina, discussing his plan to go into the nursery business. Also mentions their brother Edgar's marriage.
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April 12, 1865
Eben Pearce writes to his sister, likely Selina. He explains that the "77th prisoners had been released and home on furlough." Also, discusses his new photography business.
GLC00066.060
June 5, 1865
Writes to his sister, Selina, and explains that his business is doing well.
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October 4, 1865
Writes to his sister, likely Selina, about news of home. Signed "Josh," though content and location suggests the author is in fact Eben.
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December 15, 1865
He writes to his sister Selina, explaining that he is at school now.
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January 21, 1866
to Father & Mother
In his letter, he discusses revival meetings.
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February 21, 1866
In his letter, he discusses finances.
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February 3, 1869
He writes to his sister, Selina, about travelling and preaching with their Father.
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May 17, 1869
Eben Pearce writes about his congregation. Letter is written in pencil.
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September 4, 1885
Shaw, R.K., fl. 1885
to Eben Pearce
Printed invitation to the Ohio Brigade reunion. Shaw adds a note addressed to Pearce.
GLC00066.068
June 4, 1861
Pearce, Edgar, fl. 1861-1864
In his letter, he discusses crops.
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June 2, 1861
In his letter, he discusses the arrival of more troops and spies. He reports that there is martial law in Parkersburgh. Possibly written from Marietta, Ohio.
GLC00066.070
March 15, 1862
to Mother
He explains that he is traveling down-river and requisitioning wood. He says that they are taking wood from southern civilians and in the letter mentions Fort Henry. Written from Savannah, Tennessee and Shanta, Ohio.
GLC00066.071
March 27, 1862
Edgar Pearce writes to his father about furloughs, explaining that sick men cannot get furloughs. He also discusses the expected battle at Corinth. Written at Pittsburgh Landing.
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April 3, 1862
Edgar Pearce discusses arrangements for his father to visit him. He also mentions a landing at Eastport which was deserted. He writes from "Camp Chiloh," possibly referring to Shiloh, in Tennessee.
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