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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.
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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.
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23 January 1863
The rain has delayed their movement.
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