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5 May 1864
Johnston, Witter H. (fl. 1861-1864)
to Miss Sue Johnston
He sent for the Eclectic Magazine. One of the gunboats was there the other day but he didn't know until it had left. Had he known, he would have gone aboard.
GLC02167.16
17 July 1864
He met with Capt. Griffith and told him they ought to have regular prayer meetings. Several other agreed.
GLC02167.24
circa 17 July 1864
They have regular meetings now and they are well attended. He saw Charlie and Elliot there. St. Graves' wife is ill. He heard the Rebels had over a hundred killed on July 8th.
GLC02167.25
circa 14 May 1866
to Miss Dora Johnston
He was admitted to the Angelica last night.
GLC02167.49
circa 16 May 1866
He like a lot of others is upset over the demise of the butternut tree. His trunk arrived safely but he has not yet found a boarding place and will stay in a hotel. Attended church on Sunday. Hood wants to know if Dora has any beaus.
GLC02167.50
9 October 1876
He is in the dark about the farm. He wants to know who is running it and how things are going. Mr. Gray's father preached for them the other day..
GLC02167.54
28 January 1851
to My parents
He visited uncle James and they had a donation visit for the Presbyterian minister.
GLC02167.57
27 March 1910
to Mr. Johnston
He tells him how he spent his Easter. Then goes on to talk about New Hampshire and gives some history of the town Londonderry.
GLC02167.59
2 November 1862
Morse, Justus (fl. 1861 - 1864)
to Catherine (Kitty)
The hospital has moved down on the banks of the river. The nuns left but not before converting a couple of the boys. He thinks she must be lonesome now that most of the boys have left.
GLC02170.16
23 December 1863
to Miss (Kitty)
He wishes he could go to church withher.They plan to have a great Christmas meal but he would rather have it with her. He hopes to go skating later today.
GLC02170.35
21 July 1864
Morse, J. (fl. 1861-1864)
.He thinks she should not tell anyone he gave her money because they will not leave her alone if they knew. He would love to go to church with her but they will have to be patient.
GLC02170.53
7 August 1864
He will send her some more money. He is glad she is reading Paul in the Old Testament. There was a man that jumped out of the window of the third floor and is now recovering in the hospital.
GLC02170.54
21 August 1864
C.S. (fl. 1861-1864)
to J. Morse
She is glad it makes him happy that she has embraced Christianity.
GLC02170.56
1861-1877
Kyle, Rev. J.C. (fl. 1860-)
I Invite You
Sermon published by American tract society. The author invites the reader to come to Christ.
GLC02172.87
Tomorrow--A Dialogue with Myself
Sermon published by American tract society. The author says one should put off repenting until tomorrow.
GLC02172.88
Unknown
The Ten Commandments
Published by American tract society. Exodus 20 : 3--17.
GLC02172.89
Not Now
Published by American tract society. Now is the time to believe in God.
GLC02172.90
Only Try
Published by American tract society. Only try to serve God.
GLC02172.91
6 February 1864
Scarborough, William H. (fl. 1862-1865)
to Parents
He went to the army church and enjoyed it immensely. They recently built a new fort and two companies have to sleep in it every night to be ready for an attack, but he is not alarmed, he does not think the Rebels would be dumb enough to attack.
GLC02173.23
June 1862
Painter, Heber (1841-1900)
to his sister
Writes from camp near Portsmouth, Virginia that he received his sister's letter and was happy to hear from her. Also writes that he sent home a sum of thirty dollars in a package sent along with the Captain. Refers to General McClellan as the...
GLC02016.017
12 June 1862
Writes from camp near Portsmouth, Virginia. Reports that everyone is enjoying good health. Writes that the company has not officially heard from the new chief. States that there are many New York militia regiments who will probably be taking the...
GLC02016.018
to Rebecca Frick
Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Reports that a letter was received by the captain stating that the men would soon be called in. Attended church and was delighted to find that the Right Reverend Bishop was in town. The...
GLC02016.024
30 August 1865
to sister Ella
Writes that the young women of Staunton are pretty, but hate Yankees. Mentions that the major's sister was treated unkindly by Southern women at Church. Reports that he met Major General Curtis (the hero of Ft. Fisher) and was told that there was...
GLC02016.088
8 December 1871
Hemans, Daniel W. (fl. 1872-1881)
to Frances B. Shiras
Comments on the length between their correspondence. Reports the freezing death of Rev. Philip Johnson. Discusses preaching with Rev. Cook at Santee. Indicates his cousin Paul was sick. Discusses his missionary work at Yankton, including the...
GLC02429.12
12 January 1872
Discusses a Christmas festival and provides an update on their missionary work, particularly in regard to education. Notes that his wife has charge of the Mother's Services. Expresses his dedication to "bring some souls to our service." Describes a...
GLC02429.13
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