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17 May 1865
Porter, Charles F. (fl. 1860-)
to Brother Henry
Theodore is sick. It has been raining alot. They have 350 cattle in all. They are thinking about herding sheep as well but he wants his brother's opinion.
GLC02172.85
2 July 1865
He and Theodore have been breaking up prairie. They are thing about taking a house up north. He asks for his brother's opinion.
GLC02172.86
1861-1877
Kyle, Rev. J.C. (fl. 1860-)
I Invite You
Sermon published by American tract society. The author invites the reader to come to Christ.
GLC02172.87
Tomorrow--A Dialogue with Myself
Sermon published by American tract society. The author says one should put off repenting until tomorrow.
GLC02172.88
Unknown
The Ten Commandments
Published by American tract society. Exodus 20 : 3--17.
GLC02172.89
Not Now
Published by American tract society. Now is the time to believe in God.
GLC02172.90
Only Try
Published by American tract society. Only try to serve God.
GLC02172.91
14 October 1862
Scarborough, William H. (fl. 1862-1865)
to Father and Mother
They've been marching for four days. John Larr is currently in the hospital. He, himself has a cold and has been exempt from duty for two days. He requests a pair of boots be made for him.
GLC02173.01
28 January 1863
to Parents
He was sick for the last two weeks but is now feeling quite well.
GLC02173.02
21 March 1863
He has received any mail from his parents in two months but he has received mail from others. There have been a few cases of small pox. They do not know how long they'll remain in the present area.
GLC02173.03
03 April 1863
Daniel Wright paid them a visit recently. William sent lots of mail with him. One soldier in the company died recently, leaving behind a wife and children.
GLC02173.04
04 April 1863
to Father
They just got paid for four months. They received orders to leave that morning from the river.He is feeling good.
GLC02173.05
22 April 1863
It is his birthday and he is 24. He would love to be at home but he understands how necessary it is for him to be here. He expects a battle soon and he hopes a speedy peace to follow.
GLC02173.06
31 May 1863
He was sorry to hear of the mare's death. They have since left Perkins' Plantation. It was a hard march. They are in the midst of a battle and can hear Rebels' shells overhead.
GLC02173.07
25 June 1863
Many people are sick with fever and chills.
GLC02173.08
02 July 1863
He is writing from the hospital where there are over 200 patients. He has heard the hospital may be moved. He mentions Rebel Johnson and how he doesn't think they can catch him after the fall of Vicksburg.
GLC02173.09
18 July 1863
The hospital was broken up and the regiment is headed toward Jackson, MS. He would like very much to help with the harvest but the prospect looks rather bleak.
GLC02173.10
20 July 1863
He is doing extremely well. His finger is almost healed and he will be alble to join his command. He heard that John Farr died though he does not know the cause. He would like very much to go home but the chance is slim.
GLC02173.11
1 August 1863
He mentions a Capt. Leonard, whom he thinks every one will like because he is a very sociable gentleman. In Mississippi, the regiment has won most battles
GLC02173.12
It is reported that they are going to New Orleans next. One of his fellow soldiers accidentally drowned himself the other day when he went down to the river to swim.
GLC02173.13
4 August 1863
He writes he is enjoying himself and has received the handkerchief.
GLC02173.14
14 August 1863
He is healthy and happy because he received a lot of mail recently. Their sharp shooters are within gun shot of Fort Morgan.
GLC02173.15
30 August 1863
Yesterday they had a grand review in which General Banks reviewed them, He talks about how the life of a soldier is actually pretty nice.
GLC02173.16
3 September 1863
to Brother Jeff
He is healthy and enjoying himself as usual. He expects to go on another hard campaign in the direction of Mobile. He mentions the grand review by Gen. Banks and says they'll also be reviewed by Gen. Grant.
GLC02173.17
21 September 1863
He is ill. His head hurts and he has fever and chills, all of which he thinks is the result of a severe cold. He mentions the easiness of the drills which only have to be done 2 hours a day.
GLC02173.18
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