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13 May 1861
Lappon, M.W., fl. 1861
General Order No. 11
Capt. Greenleaf will [illegible] the colors on the line after the formation of the same.
GLC02745.066
19 May 1861
Kelly, John S., fl. 1861
Special Order No. 12
Capt. Bell is required to detail fifteen privates from Company A to [illegible].
GLC02745.067
13 June 1861
Taffan (colonel), fl. 1861
General Order No. 7
The calls for company and squad drills will be strictly attended to. The men are not allowed to lie on the ground without a blanket because of health reasons.
GLC02745.070
circa 1861-1864
Ingalls, G.W., fl. 1861
to the Paymaster General
Several soldiers signed a petition requesting their pay up to the 30th of September.
GLC02745.071
16 November 1861
Sherman, Thomas W. (Thomas West), 1813-1879
Summary of Council of Administration meeting at Head Quarters
The budget for camp necessities and luxuries was discussed. Includes a complete list of prices for all camp items.
GLC02745.072
6 February 1862
Petition to have Denus K. Scuton appointed lieutenant of company K.
GLC02745.073
Jackson, J.H., fl. 1861
Furlough Approval
George W. Weber is given permission to take furlough from April 24th to May 24th.
GLC02745.074
Petition
Several soldiers want the 1st Sargeant appointed 2nd Lieutenant of the 3rd regiment.
GLC02745.075
June 1862
Haven, F. (captain), fl. 1862
Monthly Summary Statement
Lists total purchases, expenditures and advances to officers.
GLC02745.076
1 April 1862
Miller, W., fl. 1862
Special Requisition for Clothing
List of clothing and costs for public service.
GLC02745.077
Petition for Col. Fellows
They feel that the 2nd lieutenant , Samuel M. Smith has violated some code of conduct while on drill. They feel he should be disciplined but they also hope to witness an improvement since they note his many good qualities.
GLC02745.078
List of names
GLC02745.079
14 April 1848
to Sir
He believes the new infantry regulations (Cooper's Tactics) are more appropriate for today's army because many things have changed including the command for loading.
GLC02745.080
7 December 1867
to Colonel
The author thinks of him as a brother soldier. He hopes to see him at the reunion.
GLC02745.081
9 January 1868
to E.A. Preshay
Letter of introduction for Fellows, now the director of a bank.
GLC02745.082
24 February 1884
to Colonel (Fellows)
He asks him to give a speech on Memorial Day in Ashland, NH.
GLC02745.083
19 August 1865
Johnson, Andrew, 1808-1875
Official Presidential Pardon for P.B Jones
Andrew Johnson grants P.B Jones a full pardon for any offenses committed.
GLC01444.01
27 November 1865
Seward, William Henry, 1801-1872
[Certificate of authentificity for pardon]
GLC01444.02
Certificate of authenticity of pardon
Copy of GLC01444.02, however this version includes signed oath of P.B. Jones to uphold the constitution from now on.
GLC01444.04
1861-1877
to Unknown
Reads: "Charles Nicholson-Company L 5th Regt. Penn. Heavy Artillery Washington City D.C."
GLC02171.10
29 September 1861
Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865
to Berdille
He describes inspection. After exploring the city he calls a a "one-horse town." He visited the state house where Gen. Washington signed his commission.
GLC02182.22
McFadden, Charles F., fl. 1862-1864
to Sisters
He tells them they should respect their brother who is fighting for their country and be good girls and mind their parents. There is talk of them leaving their present quarters and going to Kentucky or Tennessee.
GLC02169.10
1864
Nicholson, Charles, fl. 1864-1865
to Allie
He learned by letter that his father has become an invalid. He talks of the various troubles associated with their father's illness. He tells Allie not undervalue letter writing, particularly when she is so gifted.
GLC02171.01
22 December 1864
Crozier, J., fl. 1862-1864
to Respected Friend
He wanted to see his friend, who is unwell, but was prevented by numerous obstacles. He talks about how the North will prevail and the South will go down. Includes 2 newpaper clippings with poetry entitled "A Prayer for Jeff Davis" and "The Flag of...
GLC02171.02
24 February 1865
to Alice
He has seen Cousin Ellie, Aunt Jane and Mary and tells ALice she would have an even better time if she were there too. He mentions his brother's wife.
GLC02171.03
14 March 1865
Nicolson, Charles, fl. 1862-1864
He was sick but is now feeling much better. He is glad that her father, who is an inavalid, is hoping to move to Morgan Town, It will be good for his health. He instructs her to only buy things she needs as most items are still piced very high.
GLC02171.04
25 April 1865
He mentions other cousins like James and Mary. later he laments the death of president Lincoln. He refers to a Louis Wilson who chose to fight on the other side,
GLC02171.05
3 May 1865
He commends her on putting her father above herself so that she can take care of him. He was not surprised to hear of cousin Richardson's death because she knew her son was a prisoner in the South for over eleven months. He believes people in power...
GLC02171.06
10 May 1865
Libbie, fl. 1862-1864
She has not been very well lately with neuralgia in his head and face. Her daughters continue their studies. She has not heard from cousin Caroline.
GLC02171.07
circa 1861-1865
The author of the note says the recipient should think of taking care of her father as a satisafction instead of a duty. The author also wishes to visit at one point but doesn't know when it will happen.
GLC02171.08
Satin Stitch pattern of pink flower
GLC02171.08.1
Milliner's Business Card
Mrs. N.A. Ingram of Wilmington
GLC02171.08.2
[Small card with bible qoute from Children's Hymn Book]
Behold, I stand at the door and knock...
GLC02171.08.3
[Picture of country life]
Coming thro the Rye is written at the top. features man and woman among corn stalks.
GLC02171.08.4
[Woman praying while child sleeps]
GLC02171.08.5
Hawkeye, fl. 1862
Two Brothers Fallen
A tribute to Captain Asbel Fairchild Duncan and Fidelio Hughes Duncan, both of whom died in Winchester after getting wounded in battle.
GLC02171.09
[Photo of unidentified woman in black dress]
Carte de visite of a woman. Inscription on the enclosure suggests it may be Alice Oliphant.
GLC02171.11
1860
[Photo of Mrs. Alice M. Oliphant]
GLC02171.12
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
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