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1861-1877
Photo of Horatio Wait
Copy of GLC08284.010.
GLC08284.011
19 July 1861
to Horatio Wait
Since he has been appointed assistant paymaster the author is enclosing his commission.
GLC08284.012
to Sam
He received the first chapter of Horatio Wait's book. He tells the story of a boiler explosion on board a ship.
GLC08284.013
5 July 1861
Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863
to Heather Henry
He got a pass to go down to Washington the other day. He visited the gallery and the senate chambers. Very Faded.
GLC02172.04
18 July 1861
to Father
He talks of how they made the journey from Detroit to Washington and were then presented to the President and General Scott. Some men were detailed to go on picket duty. At some point shots were exhanged and 5 or 6 Rebels were killed.
GLC02172.06
circa 1861-1865
Morse, Justus, fl. 1861-1864
to Catherine (Kitty)
They say a lot of men in the Southern army are disillusioned. He expects there will be another fight soon since he saw six boats going down the river. His health is good.
GLC02170.64
Ona scouting expedition the other day, some shells were thrown. He wants to see her again but he will have to be patient.
GLC02170.65
to Catherine (KItty)
He knows she wants him to come home but it is hard for a well person to get a furlough. he thanks her for the lock of hair she sent. He has a book called 1001 Home Amusements filled with puzzles and stories.
GLC02170.66
3 May 1860
Treadwill, A. B., fl. 1860
Teaching Certification
This is to certify that Charles B Porter his examination and is able to give instruction for two years in Newton, Michigan.
GLC02172.01
23 May 1861
to Heather
He likes being a soldier and describes his routine, starting with roll call. He will get his picture taken soon and send it along.
GLC02172.02
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