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27 September 1864
Bridgman, Edward P., fl. 1864
to parents of George Clapp
George told him to tell them that "I am having the best of care and attention and am doing well." Believes he is indeed looking better.
GLC09355.097
29 September 1864
Is sitting at George's feet while writing this letter. He just had a few pieces of bread. "He is not [at] all discouraged," but would love to be at home to "help Charles eat all the chickens." George will likely stay here 4 or 5 weeks and then might...
GLC09355.098
3 October 1864
"I have nothing new to report concerning George." He is improving gradually. He will likely make a full recovery, but knows the importance of taking care of himself. George's appetite is also very good. Will write again in a day or two.
GLC09355.099
6 October 1864
George was moved the day before yesterday to Sheridan Hospital, which is about ½ a mile away. He is still doing well, and his entire bunk was moved with him. "The surgeon says… there is no cause for worriment on his behalf; he has been a lucky boy."...
GLC09355.100
8 October 1864
Saw George have his wound dressed and it looks to be doing well. "I think that in about two weeks he will be able to leave here." Brought the mail to him, which made him happy. Brandwell is dead. Letters "are of high value" to him, so they should be...
GLC09355.101
10 October 1864
Went to see George again today. Found him sitting up and "looking quite well." Believes he will be sent home on furlough soon. The wound is about 5 inches long. George "is in good spirits and comfortable." Gave him the $10 they sent this morning...
GLC09355.102
16 October 1864
Clapp, George, fl. 1839-1892
to Parents
Is going to try writing with his left hand. "I am feeling quite nice and smart." Wants to come home very much, but must be patient. If he goes home too soon, the wound may get worse. Has "the best of care" here. Must stop; hand is getting tired. Ed...
GLC09355.103
24 October 1864
Left Winchester for Baltimore on the 18th. Spent three days at a hospital there, and was then ordered to Philadelphia, where he arrived yesterday. Wound is doing "very well." Is tired from the ride to the city. Does not know where he will be next or...
GLC09355.104
27 October 1864
There has been "nothing done" about the possibility of him heading home to Northampton. The wound is doing "better than one could expect." Wishes he had a good flannel shirt from Mother. One shoulder would have to be very wide so as to not hurt the...
GLC09355.105
1 November 1864
Will be going home "between now and next Tuesday." Arm is doing "first rate." Tries to enjoy himself as best he can.
GLC09355.106
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