The Gettysburg College–Gilder Lehrman MA in American History: Apply now and join us for Fall 2024 courses
18 December 1861
O'Connell, John D. (fl. 1861-)
to Miss Mary
He is happy she gave him a locket with her picture. He assures her that she is the only person in St. Louis he talks to.
GLC02830.22
11 January 1862
He wonders if he has loved her too much, paid her too much attention or written her too much. Front page cross written.
GLC02830.23
16 January 1862
He dined with Capatain Santille on Christmas and went to a town about 5 miles up the river where they had tea with a friend. The friend took them to a house where there were 15 or 20 ladies. He enjoys the company of ladies.
GLC02830.24
19 January 1862
He feels bad because he has not been in a church in a long time. He received a letter from her mother. His friend gave him a couple pieces of music to give to her.
GLC02830.25
25 January 1862
He refers to a promise she made without asking but does not say what it is. He has a strong appreciation of her worth and takes a great interest in her welfare.
GLC02830.26
10 February 1862
He hasn't had much time lately but he spends what little time he has thinking of Mary. He is sorry she is sick and hopes she recovers soon.
GLC02830.27
20 February 1862
He is sorry to hear that she is so indisposed. He can only hope she will recover soon.
GLC02830.28
23 February 1862
He says military is a trade that cannot be learned in a day. For most of the rest of the letter he expresses concern over her sickness and hopes she recovers soon.
GLC02830.29
12 March 1862
He hasn't had time to write. They have been so busy. He notes she will not write until she hears from him.
GLC02830.30
21 March 1862
He has very little time to write. He will write more when this expedition is over. She shouldn't write until she hears from him.
GLC02830.31
Showing results 151 - 160