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21 January 1879
Reid, Thomas, fl. 1878
to James HIll
requesting that Hill write him a letter of commendation for route agent to Bruce.
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10 January 1878
Spellman, James J., fl. 1877-1880
to Blanche Kelso Bruce
letter of introduction for H.E. Sizer.
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28 January 1879
Sneed, N.D., fl. 1878-1879
asks that he consider him for the position.
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19 March 1878
asks him to consider his reappointment. also requests a post route map of Mississippi and Louisiana.
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15 April 1878
Taibu, fl. 1878
writes about different bills up for vote in the senate.
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9 March 1878
Steward, Ross J., fl. 1878
writes the legislature will adjourn on the 23rd and if the place can be secured, he shall be ready to report for duty April 1st.
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8 April 1878
Somerville, Alice J., fl. 1878
wants to know if he has received her application.
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28 January 1878
asks for an appointment as a clerk, counter or copyist.
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31 January 1878
Simmons, R.A., fl. 1878
thanks him for a copy of the report of the commissioner of agriculture.
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Walker, S.A., fl. 1878
asks Bruce to send him a copy of the speeches delivered in eulogy on the life and death of Hon. O.P. Morton.
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9 December 1878
Thorn, R.H., fl. 1878
asks for some indication of the probable action of the Committee on Pensions.
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27 February 1878
James, B.J., fl. 1878-1879
received a copy of publication for which he wants a copy of record for the Wilberforce Reading Room
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13 February 1878
Young, James W., fl. 1878
requests a clerkship position in some department of the government.
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13 February 1945
Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988
to Sylvia Weiner
Moe writes that Spring is in the air. He watched the French people dressed up for Mardi Gras, and saw a Bob Hope movie.
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14 February 1945
Moe reports that there has been very good weather lately. He visited the Municipal Library and went to a revue. He tells Sylvia not to worry about a house "wifely" existence any time soon.
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15 February 1945
Moe apologizes for forgetting to mention Valentine's Day. Today, however is the day of the company party. The weather has turned and it is now much colder.
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16 February 1945
Moe went to see "Song of Bernadette," which he liked very much. He attended the company party and met some ladies who have a friend in Brooklyn. He asks Sylvia to investigate this friend.
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18 February 1945
Moe describes a show he went to called "Chauson D' Amour."
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19 February 1945
Moe writes that the winter is practically over. He also tells Sylvia to stop worrying about what her boss thinks of her.
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20 February 1945
Moe was able to see two shows this week. He also played ping pong with Jack at the Red Cross, and requests Sylvia send him a zippo lighter.
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21 February 1945
Moe complains about the soldiers that complain about everything even though they haven't even been overseas that long. He also mentions that he had to listen to a reading of the Articles of War.
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25 June 1921
Dawes, Charles G., 1865-1951
to my dear mother
He writes the president has approved all his plans and he will soon meet with the cabinet. He has absolute confidence now.
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13 July 1921
He has great respect for the president. His wife wife and children will be coming to visit soon. He does not want to have to stay longer than next June.
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19 July 1921
He is tired but happy because he has accomplished so much by working with the president.
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27 July 1921
He enclosed an order about improving the goverment business system. He made a quick trip to Illinois.
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1 August 1921
The publishers sent him the first copy of his book. He is very pleased with it and will send her one as well.
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15 August 1921
to Mrs. M B Dawes
He ordered 5 copies of his book for his mother.
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9 September 1862
Kellogg, James H., fl. 1862-1864
to Mary
He goes over the particulars of the mortgage with her. At present he says they are having a great time.
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11 September 1862
They will be leaving in the morning. He went to town today and had his picture taken for her. He says for her to keep the deed safe in case Chapman calls for it. If he doesn't she should burn it.
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15 September 1862
They rode the train cars through Ohio and Michigan. The Rebels tried to brake their picket but they were pushed back. A few regiments were taken across the river. A lot of the boys are anxious to fight.
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21 September 1862
They are camped in a very nice area near Louisville. There is a large plantation with lots of sweet potatoes. He asks if Taylor has decided to take the farm yet and if not she will have to let it. He asks if she heard from Wes. Was written near...
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6 October 1862
They left Lousiville on the first and started in pursuit of the Rebels. The Rebels outsmarted them and put lumber in the roads to slow them down. The Rebels are now within about a half mile of them
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10 October 1862
He describes the battle of the eight. 5 or 6 men were wounded, one of which ended up dying.. He was detailed to take care of the wounded and in the hospital he was appointed ward master
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4 November 1862
He is anxious to hear about the farming affairs. He inquires after family members and friends. He thinks they will be stuck at their present location three or four weeks.
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19 November 1862
He thinks they will go to a town called Lebanon about 19 miles away. His only real satisfaction these days is knowing he will get mail. He is sorry to hear that she is sick. He is healthy.
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7 December 1862
He arrived in Nashville on the 5th and the next day joined a regiment about six miles from there. Their company has been reduced to half its former size. Alot of soldiers are sick but not in body, in mind, he writes. Everyone is tired of the war. He...
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25 December 1862
He explains why he has not written as often as he could have. He then describes how amazing the army can look in battle and how splendid they can look as they take their position.Written in a camp near Nashville, Tennessee
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26 December 1862
There has been terrible fighting. They lost 160 men in the first round. He fears that W.J Scare has died. He was shot int he knee and he does not know what happened afterward. He tells her to kiss the children for him.
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10 January 1863
He has a cold but otherwise is fine. They started toward Memphis. A lot of rain has been falling and turning into mud. On Monday fighting commenced. They camped near a corn field and the next morning after breakfast started fighting again. He goes on...
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18 January 1863
They are having an easy time of it lately but he does not know how long it will last. They are getting plenty to eat and he may get a raise. He had to make out a muster roll for the captain the other day.
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2 February 1863
He has not been as well as he was before the battle. He notes that she found the house in poor condition. If she lets it, he wants her to get a good down payment for it.
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6 February 1863
There is nothing going on at the moment. They left him at camp for the last five days because he has not been feeling well. He wants to know all about the animals on their farm. He tells her not ask Father for help in the farm because he is old and...
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10 February 1863
He thinks his regiment has seen harder times than most, since they have been in two battles already. He responds to her request for details of William Sears' death.
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15 February 1863
.There has been a lot of sickness in the camp. He remarks that Southern homes have a chimney on the end instead of the side and this looks strange to Northerners. He describes the way plantations are built.Later he notes that William and Jane will...
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March 1863
William H. Tratt is in the hospital with a pain in his side. He himself has been unable to participate in any hard duty since he hurt his back trying to lift a brass cannon.
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18 April 1863
After marching a good deal they arrived in camp where they had a feast. The weather is getting warmer and he can go without socks. He will send her five dollars.Written at a camp near Stony River
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5 April 1863
to dear wife and beloved children
He is glad she is trying to sell the farm but the price she has set on it is the lowest it could possibly go for. He is not that anxious to sell but if the money is there take it. He says to pay Uncle Cheleb what he owes him.
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19 April 1863
He talks about the business of selling or keeping the farm. The buyer wants it on account of the house which they may or may not keep. He talks about the possibility of crops.
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25 April 1863
He is glad she finalized agreements with Mr. Shaw to let the farm. He talks about the possibility of crops in the orchard.
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3 May 1863
He talks about the differences in climate in the North vs. the South. This leads to the next topic of Southern diseases.
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