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circa 1861-1864
Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865
to Libbie Elmore
Willard and Bruce sent a package to father. They put a mark on each one and they are hoping nothing happens to the box.
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8 February 1864
He writes that things are going the same as usual with picket duty. The food is the same but they are building a bake-house for the brigade. He heard from Willard who is well.
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23 February 1864
He is glad she sold the oxen and thinks she is getting to be quite the business woman.In other news , Willard did not get his pay and is not well at present.
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27 February 1864
He has sent some money and tells her to look out for it. WIllard is feeling better. He received his boots, tobacco and berries..
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17 April 1864
He is glad she got rid of Kniffin. As for selling the cows he tells her to use her own judgement but discusses the pros and cons of keeping the sheep. He is waiting for the Paymaster. Includes separate note to Martha.
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18 April 1864
He received a letter from Sarah Carrier who will spend the summer teaching.He thinks Kersey is asking too much money for working their place. Garret Leroys is also mentioned. The regiment might be consolidated,
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11 April 1864
The Captain has written, saying he thinks he will be back by the 20th. They will most likely stay in Bridgeport for some time. Letter is written over and illegible in some parts. The Major says their company operates better than any other in the...
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09 April 1864
to Kniffin
He writes that he heard from Libbie that Kniffin is already out of hay and he accuses Kniffin of being wasteful. He also criticizes his handling of the cows.
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07 April 1864
There are no men on the sick list currently. He heard from Willard who is doing well. He says he is doing well also and inquires about the sheep.
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01 April 1864
Tom Smith gives a good price for the spruce and he advises her to sell the hemlock to Bill Simpson. The weather has not been pleasant lately. He has heard from Willard again who is well.
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