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20 April 1862
Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865
to Berdille
They decided to amputate his foot and it is healing well. It may be a few more weeks before he is allowed to return home.
GLC02182.34
28 April 1862
He has his good days and his bad days. He mentions the food which he is getting sick of. Once his leg heals, he can head North.
GLC02182.35
5 April 1865
He describes an event in which he and others were housed in the La Farce House There were several speakers including Mr Charming, Mr. Eliot and Dr. Bellows..
GLC02182.36
1861-1877
to Dearly Beloved
He informs her that Mr. Holt is liable to come to settle for the masts and no one has the account but him. Her instructs her as to where to find it in the bookshelf.
GLC02182.37
March 1863
Bagby, George William, 1828-1883
Southern literary messenger. [Vol. 37, No. 3] March 1863
History of the war. Cupid's Freak A Molasses Stew in the Country Scenes from the Life of a Bashful Man A Horrible Scrape Anecdotes of Paganini
GLC05959.75.04
Copy of GLC05959.75.04.
GLC05959.75.05
April 1863
Southern literary messenger. [Vol. 37, No. 4] April 1863
History of the War The Triumph of Spring Passion and Principle John Bull Turned Quaker Poland and Russia The Sentinel's Reverie Memory
GLC05959.75.06
May 1863
Southern literary messenger. [Vol. 37, No. 5] May 1863
History of the War A Hymn from St. Gregory the Great On the Flank A Southern Republic and a Northern Democracy God Chats Over my Pipe Satirical Romance It Might Have Been Passion Flowers
GLC05959.75.07
June 1863
Southern literary messenger. [Vol. 37, No. 6] June 1863
History of the War The Bishop and the Knight A Jungle Recollection The Countersign Agnes, A Novel The Virginia and the Blockaders Tannhauser Tell Me My Love, Do the Shadowy Skies Pete and the Painter
GLC05959.75.08
November 1863 - December 1863
Southern literary messenger. [Vol. 37, No. 11 & 12] June 1863
History of the War England's Neutrality Agnes, A Novel The Anglo-Saxon Mania Sleep Mr. Reginald's Brindled Dog The Dying Soldier The Jewish Nation and its History Uprise, Ye Braves Animal Language Voiceless Verse
GLC05959.75.09
26 April 1865
Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865
to Libbie Elmore
The terms Sherman and Johnston agreed upon have not been ratified by the authorities at Washington. He hopes there will be no more fighting but he doesn't have the faith in the new president that he did in Lincoln.
GLC06588.205
29 April 1865
General Sherman has ordered the army to march to Richmond and to continue toward Washington they think by the middle of May. He lists some promotions in the regiment. Written near Raleigh, North Carolina
GLC06588.207
8 May 1865
Elmore, Libbie, fl. 1861-1865
to Bruce Elmore
Libbie has heard they are coming to Washington and read that all or part of Sherman's army had reached their destination. She prays he won't be sent to Texas to fight guerillas. She is busily prearing her garden for corn and potatoes.
GLC06588.210
23 May 1865
The author has read in the paper that Bruce to have a grand review. He wishes he could have seen Bruce in Washington and hopes he will be mustered out soon.
GLC06588.213
25 May 1865
They came to Washington where a grand welcome awaited them. Unfortunately only those soldiers whose time is up will be mustered out by October and those that are in the hospital. As for him, no one knows.
GLC06588.214
28 May 1865
Libbie is concerned that he has been on so many long, tedious marches. She wishes the government would consider the fact that he enlisted long before October 1st, but if this is not the case, she encourages him to get a furlough.
GLC06588.215
31 May 1865
The latest news is that Kirby Smith surrendered the whole force in Texas, which means he could be home in a month or two. Many men are being transferred to their home state or taking furloughs.
GLC06588.216
3 June 1865
He is still trying to when exactly he'll be mustered out. He lists the promotions in the regiment. With regard to Gen. Sherman, he has nothing but respect and believes his actions were justifiable.
GLC06588.217
6 June 1865
They have not been paid. He is anxious to get home to do the haying this year but knows it will be impossible. He says she must do the best she can without him.
GLC06588.218
11 June 1865
Bruce writes that he is a little unwell. He looks forward to seeing his children and talks about when he may get discharged again. He tells her if she can sell the farm for a 1000, to just let it go and not to lose the sale again.
GLC06588.221
18 June 1865
He advises her on what to plant and asks after her pigs, calves and sheep. They say if you pay 6 dollars you can take your gun home with you. He mentions the copperheads.
GLC06588.223
21 October 1862
They are currently stationed as a reserve force. There is a rumor they could move closer to Washington. He describes the current area as "desolate." Written at Upton Hill
GLC06588.238
20 November 1862
Rumor has it they will eeither be going to Fredricksburg or Washington next. Nine of their regiment are currently in the hospital.
GLC06588.251
28 December 1862
They have heard considerable fighting in the direction of Fredricksburg. Nineteen of their company are in the hospital at Washington.
GLC06588.277
8 April 1865
The good news is that Richmond has fallen. The Rebels said that Sherman must be stopped as the Confederacy has gone up but Lee cannot help them anymore.
GLC06588.194
7 April 1862
She sympathizes with her husbands' struggle without much clothing. She mentions Tom, Jim and Dick. She discusses their problems.
GLC06588.195
11 April 1865
She is happy that Lee has surrendered. She mentions friends that died in the war and is glad he is coming home. She hopes he can be home by the 4th of July.
GLC06588.196
14 April 1865
From Goldsboro, they marched for four days where they had a skirmish with the Rebel cavalry.They don't know what Gen. Johnston intends to do next Written near Raleigh, North Carolina
GLC06588.197
17 April 1865
General Johnston finally agreed to surrender to General Sherman. Willard and Dekay are both doing well. Written near Raleigh, North Carolina
GLC06588.198
18 April 1865
to Unknown
She expects her husband will present her with an album upon his return. SHe prefers to leave the sale of the farm until he returns.
GLC06588.199
20 April 1865
General Sherman has made an agreement with General Johnston and he he expects soon to send the army home. He mentions Lincoln's assassination.Willard is not doing too well. He tell her to make sure there are plenty of potatoes when he comes home...
GLC06588.200
1865
He advises her to sell the farm for 1100 dollars. Bac side has order to guards and patrols.
GLC06588.201
23 April 1865
She hoped to see the funeral sermon of the president at her local church but it was postponed. She mentions the activities of Tom and Dick,
GLC06588.202
25 April 1865
The author says there is nothing here from him but a letter to his father. Also that the honored Sherman has lost his glory...
GLC06588.203
11 June 1864
Elmore, WIllard, fl. 1862-1865
to Father
He describes his daily routine to his father. They must be ready to start out each day with the ambulances. He mentions the crops that are growing in the area such as corn and wheat. Was written near Acworth, Georgia.
GLC06588.204
28 April 1865
She heard a report that Grant was shot on his way to Sherman's army but she does not believe it. Tom and Jim are mentioned. She does believe that Sherman may have been bribed by Jefferson Davis.
GLC06588.206
30 April 1865
She has heard more reports concerning Sherman and his possible Benedict Arnold ways. She has read some of his letters to his father who finds it amusing that he asked for a lot of potatoes. Libbie palns to hire Wilber to some work in the farm...
GLC06588.208
Wilber says Bruce must get a good horse as they fetch good prices. But as for Libbie, she would be contented without a horse.
GLC06588.209
9 May 1865
After nine days of marching they are within 7 or 8 miles of Richmond. Willard is corporal of train guard. As always, he hopes to be home soon. Written near Falling Creek, Virginia.
GLC06588.211
20 May 1865
Rations have been scarce and they have been marching for days. he has never wanted to go home more. Was written near Alexandria, Virginia.
GLC06588.212
She mentions their friends, Jim, Dick and Hettie. Her bees feature prominently in this letter.
GLC06588.219
The author writes that he/she has just received the recipient's letter and he may have sent a box as well. Everyone is well.
GLC06588.220
17 June 1865
Libbie talks about Lincolns death at length and what a tragedy it is. Unfortunately there are poeple that rejoice in his death. She also she will farm as he proposes.
GLC06588.222
26 June 1865
He read that some other regiments were mustered out. He still thinks that it may be some time before he can come home and doesn't think he has much chance of getting a furlough. The favorable time for selling the farm has passed, he feels.They got...
GLC06588.224
19 May 1865
She is glad peace is coming and that "carnage is over." She went to a Ladies' Aid Society meeting. The weather has been rainy. Jim Reynolds has shown interest in buying the farm.
GLC06588.225
2 July 1865
She and his mother and Hettie heard that his regiment could be mustered out in two weeks. She is getting ready to sow some buckwheat with the help of her father.
GLC06588.226
7 July 1865
He asks her to send some berries in the mail. The weather is very hot.
GLC06588.227
4 July 1865
He writes that the other soldiers are getting drunk for Independence Day. He wishes he could have spent the day with her. "Freedom is no longer a doubtful trial, but a certainty..." he says referring to the recent victory. He wishes she could hire...
GLC06588.228
12 July 1865
They were finally mustered out but there was a problem with the paperwork so they have to wait for someone to go to D.C. and fix the situation but he will be coming home soon. Was written near Alexandria, Virginia.
GLC06588.229
16 July 1865
Since the officers have so much to do, they can't get mustered out until next Thursday and then they have to wait for transportation. It could take another three weeks for them to get discharged and paid out. Was written near Alexandria, Virginia.
GLC06588.230
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