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27 February 1864
Kellog, James H. (fl. 1862-1864)
to Mary
He talks about the music they practice playing in camp to keep busy during down times. Some of the boys play cards, while he prefers to read.
GLC02415.067
22 March 1867
Dewey, Orville S.
to Mary "Mollie" McLean
He includes a collection of "old masters." Not included here. (Pictures by the great painters) So far there have been no orders. He thinks the war office is restrictive.
GLC02161.157
15 February 1899
Ben (fl. 1899-)
to A. H. "Mollie" Blossom
He asks if she is enjoying life with the "troupe?" They are such a talented crowd from the leading lady to the heavy villian. He is waiting for a ship to set sail in Philadelphia. He wants her to come visit. By June he should be able to get promoted...
GLC02161.170
3 September 1863
Blanchard, John. (fl. 1862-1864)
to Esther Ann Kinney
re: Blanchard writes to Kinney, boasting about his punctuality in answering his letters. He also adds that the Regiment got a band and they played for the troops all night. Finally, Blanchard praises his camp, saying "every thing [is] pleasent andâ€...
GLC02162.10
11 November 1861
McFadden, Charles (fl. 1862-)
to Sisters
No year. He wishes he could have seen Uncle Lions when he came to visit. He hopes to get a furlough. A fellow soldier, Sam Vandevort, asked if he could draw his picture.
GLC02169.07
1861-1877
Unknown
[Picture of country life]
Coming thro the Rye is written at the top. features man and woman among corn stalks.
GLC02171.08.4
25 September 1861
McKinney, Erastus R. (fl. 1851-1904)
to his father and wife
re: news of his new station outside Norfolk; request for some rosin and his violin book; African American cook; and march to Bird's Point
GLC02179.01.011
no date
[Action scene with soldiers and cannon]
Print of an action scene with soldiers and cannon (possibly a re-enactment?)
GLC02179.01.046
26 December 1861
Mortimer, Caleb C.E. (1835-1862)
to his wife
Writes about what the regiments did to celebrate Christmas, including a burlesque parade and a band. Describes building winter quarters and a guard house. Written from Camp Follett. Stationary embossed "Congress A.P. Co."
GLC01898.12
15 September 1865
Painter, Heber (1841-1900)
to sister Kate
Writes that there is nothing to report from camp. Is disappointed that his sister Ella couldn't find the time to respond to his letter. Writes that he turned in a man to the Provost Marshall because the man's daughter was singing anti-Yankee songs...
GLC02016.090
Harmon, A.W.
The soldier's return
Printed copy of the lyrics to "The Soldier's Return" or "Air, Just before the Battle, Mother".
GLC02016.179.01
9 May 1862
Ward, Thomas W.
[Receipt for violins and instruments]
Receipt for violins and instruments. 5/9/1862. 1 p. + docket.
GLC02145.80.17
25 December 1861
Miller, Michael Murray (1861-1864)
to Lile Miller
Written at Camp Pierpont to his wife. Complains that his wife does not write to him enough. Notes that the doctor gave his company a dose of medicine after they stood picket in the rain. Discusses the Christmas holiday in camp: a dress parade took...
GLC02155.025
18 March 1863
Comments that mistakes in the letter are due to his companions' singing. Also notes that making rings out of bone or wood has become fashionable in his company.
GLC02155.088
21 May 1863
Complains that some of his fellows have obtained a furlough, while he has not. Discusses Mr. Frey, a sutler, and the sutler store. In a post script, notes that he enclosed a song (not included) with this letter.
GLC02155.101
2 June 1863
Discusses his ordeal trying to obtain leave, including a friend's recommendation to General [Samuel] Heintzelman. Of the war, writes, "...I have saw enough of Blood to last me my life time..." References a Confederate attack on a train, and...
GLC02155.105
6 March 1862
Stone, E.W. (fl. 1861-1865)
to Berdille
It looks like they will have one pitched battle in N. Carolina. The brigades will march in different directions. All sorts of rumers are flying about such as the Rebels declared peace and whatnot. He mentions little Abby and what songs she should...
GLC02182.25
25 October 1842
Jackson, Andrew (1767-1845)
to Alice Egerton
An engraved portrait of Jackson with lock of his white hair.
GLC00548.02
1 October 1907
Roosevelt, Theodore (1858-1919)
to Quentin Roosevelt
Writes to his son describing the aspects of his journey a child might find interesting. Includes two sketches drawn by Roosevelt during his trip down the Mississippi River. Written on U.S. Steamer Mississippi letterhead.
GLC01410.02.01
3 October 1907
Writes to his son about sights on the Mississippi River. Mentions getting caught in the rain in St. Louis. With two illustrations by Roosevelt, including a self-caricature. Written on U.S. Steamer Mississippi letterhead.
GLC01410.03.01
4 January 1785
Macaulay, Catherine S. (fl. 1784-)
to Mama
One letter addressed to Catharine Macaulay from Catharine S. Macaulay dated January 4, 1785. Pertains to viewing a play where the British royalty were in attendance. Also mentions that she received the painting of her mother. She includes a list of...
GLC01795.011
3 January 1791
Gregorie, Catherine Macauley S. (fl.1784-)
One letter addressed to Catherine Macaulay Graham from Catherine S. Gregoire dated January 3, 1791. She thanks her for the book, which her husband is now reading for the second time. She feels she has lost the spirit of patriotism due to past events...
GLC01795.037
Smith, H.W.
Engraving of William T. Sherman.
Together with a short biographical sketch of Sherman not attached.
GLC00889.01
15 March 1868
[Napolean I, carte de visite]
White mount. Pencil inscription on verso: "March 15, 1868." Vignette bust portrait of Napoleon. Photo from engraving.
GLC00919.24.18
[carte de visite, oval half length portrait of a young woman]
White mount with gold border. Pencil inscription "Nora" on both recto and verso. Romanticized oval half length portrait of a young woman. Photo from engraving.
GLC00919.24.43
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