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October 4, 1861
Pearce, Eben, fl. 1861-1885
to Selina
Discusses conditions in camp. Enclosed in patriotic stationery envelope with the postmark cut out.
GLC00066.004
October 21, 1861
to Mother
Discusses conditions in camp. Written from Camp Prentiss, in Chillicothe, Missouri.
GLC00066.005
October 24, 1861
to Sister
Written to his sister, likely Selina. Describes freezing weather and lack of bread as well as conditions in camp. Written from Camp Prentiss, in Chillicothe, Missouri.
GLC00066.006
November 28, 1861
Pearce, Selina, fl. 1861-1869
to Brother
Selina writes to her brother, likely Eben, regarding Thanksgiving. Includes a poem about having a "soldier brother." Possibly written from Marietta, Ohio.
GLC00066.008
December 24, 1861
Discusses Christmas, as well as soldiers singing patriotic songs. Mentions "Columbia the Gem of the Ocean," "America," and "The Star Spangled Banner." Encloses another song (not included). Cross-written additions on page 4.
GLC00066.009
January 9, 1862
to Sis
Writes to his sister, possibly Selina. Sends a patriotic/religious poem. Includes hand-drawn medallions in each corner. Written on blue paper.
GLC00066.010
January 10, 1862
to Lena
Writes to his sister Selina. Discusses being paid and mentions his high spirits. Letter written on blue paper.
GLC00066.011
January 17, 1862
to Hattie
Sends his sister Hattie a poem entitled "Uncle Sam is a Good Uncle."
GLC00066.012
January 23, 1862
Writes to his sister Selina. Includes a poem about a sleigh ride.
GLC00066.013
January 24, 1862
Winchell, J.R., fl. 1862
[Receipt for Eben Pearce's rent]
Possibly written from Palmyra, Missouri. Rent receipt for $5 for two weeks. Written on blue paper.
GLC00066.014
March 24, 1862
to Father
Discusses "holding the river," and the Battle of Island Number Ten. Mentions rebel gunboats. Written on Ohio patriotic stationery
GLC00066.015
April 16, 1862
Ryan, Tim, fl. 1862
[Furlough for Eben Pearce]
Written by Colonel Tim Ryan regarding Pearce's furlough.
GLC00066.016
June 4, 1862
Writes to his sister Selina regarding a visit to their brother Edgar's regiment. Written from Camp No. 8 near Corinth, Mississippi.
GLC00066.017
June 5, 1862
Discusses money. Written from Camp No. 8 near Corinth, Mississippi.
GLC00066.018
August 11, 1862
Discusses plants. Written from Camp Clear Creek, in an unnamed state.
GLC00066.019
August 14, 1862
Writes to his sister Selina regarding food prices and his hospital duties. Written from Camp Clear Creek, in an unnamed state.
GLC00066.020
September 21, 1862
to "Pete"
Writes to "Pete," which previous research suggests is his sister Selina. Discusses regiment split-ups and battles, and includes a poem. On colorful patriotic stationery.
GLC00066.021
October 7, 1862
Discusses the Second battle of Corinth.
GLC00066.022
September 30, 1862-October 7, 1862
[Extract from Eben's journal]
Extract describes his hospital work. Written on attractive patriotic stationery.
GLC00066.023
October 13, 1862
Writes to his sister Selina regarding the Second battle of Corinth. Written on patriotic stationery from a camp near Corinth, Mississippi.
GLC00066.024
January 23, 1863
Writes to his sister Selina regarding leaving hospital work. Written on patriotic stationery.
GLC00066.025
February 23, 1863
Writes to his sister Selina, declaring that rumors of starving troops are exaggerated. Written on patriotic stationery. Written from a camp near Corinth, Mississippi.
GLC00066.026
March 26, 1863
Writes to his sister Selina about camp conditions and the arrival of Spring.
GLC00066.027
April 23, 1863
Writes to his sister Selina about plants and pets in camp. Printed on the letterhead of the 39th Ohio Volunteers.
GLC00066.028
May 1,1863
to Parents
Discusses nurse duty and boredom in camp.
GLC00066.029
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