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26 November 1882
[The Chicago Tribune]
"Fitz John Porter. Senator Logan Replies to Gen. Grant's Recent Magazine Article. The History of the Case Reviewed at Length...etc."
GLC06762.101
15 December 1882
Pope, John, 1822-1892
to Force [Judge Manning Ferguson Force]
with annotations.
GLC06762.102
18 December 1882
GLC06762.103
2 January 1883
GLC06762.104
25 May 1883
with annotations. Followed by blank half leaf.
GLC06762.105
22 July 1861
Goodridge, Allen, fl. 1861-1863
to Amanda Wilkinson
Goodridge, Amanda's uncle, writes that her husband is safe after being "engaged in one of the most deadly contests ever known" [possibly First Bull Run]. Explains that Frederick was placed in command of 23 skirmishers who were used in advance of...
GLC03523.13.005
28 February 1862
Clark, Hank S., fl. 1861-1865
to Wash
Suggests that when writing him that he should send two letters each by different cables so that one is sure to arrive. Writes that while he is still sick with a cold he has improved significantly. He was wounded in a recent battle but does not think...
GLC03523.42.08
5 August 1864
Wheeler, Lysander, 1837-1917
to his parents, brother-in-law and sister
The items he requested from home were brought to him by the colonel. Some of the items, the cheese and butter, will start to melt soon due to the hot weather. He was sent up to the right-center of the line and his corps. relieved some of the 14th...
GLC07460.092
1 February 1865
to his parents, brother-in-law, and sister
Writes that he and most of the men of the company are doing well. The wood they have been using for their fire turns everything black including their faces. They are camped about 25 [18 miles from Hardeeville, South Carolina to another site then...
GLC07460.113
9 January 1863
Day, Mark, fl. 1862-1863
to Sarah Ogden
Writes from Camp Pitcher that he has been in the hospital since he last wrote to Ogden. He hopes to go home soon, and promises to visit her at the Broad and Cherry on the way. Says he will also have a photograph taken for her. Informs her that seven...
GLC06559.017
1861-1865
Ogden, Edward H., fl. 1835-1865
Writes that his regiment completed a march of about twenty miles, and finally arrived in Hagerstown on Friday afternoon. Notes they expected an attack last night from [General Stonewall] Jackson and "several thousand men." Says they spent the night...
GLC06559.141
circa 1863
Writes to his wife over a three day period, Sunday afternoon, Monday, and Tuesday morning.
Sunday afternoon: Writes that the men marched from Hagerstown, Maryland to their present site, "leaving there, last night about midnight, & halting on the...
GLC06559.150
1862
Paul, Miles W., fl. 1862-1863
to Celicia Paul
Paul tells his wife about camp life, food rations and other Companies he came in contact with. He informs her that he doesn't know when he will get his bounty money, but that he will send money along once he gets it. He also advises her to take...
GLC03058.01
30 December 1862
Paul thanks his wife for the carpet sack of food and clothing that she sent him. He tells her that he enjoyed her pudding, and thanks her for the undershirt and tobacco that she sent. He informs Celicia that he sent her fifteen dollars by way of...
GLC03058.04
31 May 1863
Blanchard, John, fl. 1862-1864
to Esther Ann Kinney
re: Blanchard writes about how "Gen Hooker got whiped the Boys are feeling down hearted." He also writes about his view on the Confederate cause, saying that he would rather let the rebels have their rights than be led by inept Generals. He also...
GLC02162.09
12 July 1864
Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902
to Harriet W. Dewey
He thinks the "Head of the Nation" is frightened by the raid into Maryland and want to protect Washington. He would like to hear that the Johnnies are burning Buffalo.
GLC02161.134
19 August 1863-21 August 1863
Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865
to Father
On board a steam ship, close to the "Powhattan." He describes the other ships he can see and Fort Sumpter..."The smoke curling up from our guns on Morris Island as well as those of the enemy..." He formed a friendship with Capt. Gadsden of the "Arajo...
GLC07705.165
23 September 1863
He has not received his watch as of yet. Meanwhile the enemy continues to annoy them on Moultrie and James' Island, but the losses are small. He has a bad toothache.
GLC07705.176
8 February 1863
Higdon, John B., fl. 1863
to Miller A. Wright
Miller had been reported Absent Without Leave. Higdon claims that Miller has no one to blame but himself, as he did not alert the proper authorities of his condition at the proper times. Higdon suggests that Miller believes "now more than ever that...
GLC02691.11.036
4 July 1864
Sayles, Sumner, fl. 1862-1868
to Isora Skinkle
Writes to his sister. Mentions that the men are feeling rowdy for this Fourth of July. Comments that they want to have a good time while they have a chance to. Discusses how bad he felt when heard about Oney's (possible family friend) wife killing...
GLC03523.32.36
18 December 1864
Hulslander, C.B., fl. 1864
to Mary H. Benedict
Apologizes for taking so long to write back. Mentions that he is sick and has been for about ten days but believes that he will get better. Inquires after her singing and and asks how George is coming along with his melodies. Wishes that he could...
GLC03523.43.20
6 February 1864
Kessler, Thomas J., fl. 1843-1868
to Mary L. Kessler
Writes to his mother from Camp Douglas. Reports they may be heading to Mexico within a month. Notes they will go to New York City and connect with General Ambrose E. Burnside's expedition. Comments no furloughs are to be granted to their regiment...
GLC03523.52.33
7 April 1864
to A. P. Kessler
Writes to his father from camp. Reports they will not get a discharge. Comments the officers voted to keep the band and have promised to buy them new instruments, provide back pay, and have pledged themselves to prompt payment hereafter. Comments...
GLC03523.52.44
2 July 1864
Writes to his father. Informs him he received the memorandum book, paper, envelopes, and stamps. Discusses the hot weather. Notes they have plenty of ice water, lemonade, and a sutler who supplies almost everything. Reports they are preparing for...
GLC03523.52.57
26 November 1862
Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863
Writes to his wife that he holds her and their baby in the highest esteem. He is also greatly saddened that he may not be able to come home during the winter. Tells her of his dreams about going home and being with her and the new baby. Because he is...
GLC03523.13.068
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