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June 20, 1862
Pearce, William, fl. 1861-1869
to Priscilla
William Pearce discusses his travels south. He reports that the Grand Junction was destroyed by Confederates.
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July 4, 1862
William Pearce mentions marching south and seeing enslaved people. He describes seeing the Corinth battlefield.
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July 7, 1862
Hildebrand, J., fl. 1862
to William Pearce
Colonel Hildebrand writes about Pearce's appointment to Quarter Master Sergeant.
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July 15, 1862
Pearce, Priscilla, fl. 1861-1868
to William
Priscilla Pearce discusses church finances in her letter to William.
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July 24, 1862
William Pearce writes about oaths of allegiance in Memphis. He explains that non-jurors would be forced out without their possessions. He also mentions a storm blowing down soldiers' tents.
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August 7, 1862
In his letter, William Pearce discusses a federal law to reduce servants' salaries.
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August 10, 1862
William Pearce comments on being paid and spending instructions.
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August 18, 1862- August 20, 1862
Priscilla Pearce mentions church finances and William's salary reduction.
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August 20, 1862
William Pearce bitterly relates that he attempted to resign due to illness, but the resignation was not accepted.
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August 24, 1862
William Pearce reports that his resignation has still not been accepted. He mentions that the regiment will be moving to Alton, Illinois.
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August 28, 1862
to Frederic
William Pearce reports that his resignation was still not accepted. He also discusses finances. The letter was written in pencil.
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September 11, 1862
William Pearce advises his family to leave Marietta, because he is fearful of a Confederate attack on that city.
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September 19, 1862
In her letter to William, Priscilla Pearce writes that she does not see the need to leave Marietta. She also discusses finances.
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November 27, 1862
to Selina
Writes to her sister about church and family.
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March 24, 1863
Burris, fl. 1863
Adjutant Burris apologizes for spreading rumors of Pearce's drinking.
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Copy of Burris' letter (GLC02437.00066.110) apparently in Edgar Pearce's hand.
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August 14, 1863
Bailey, Silas, fl. 1863
Bailey Silas discusses church matters in his letter to William Pearce.
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May 7, 1864
William Pearce writes to Selina, who was away in Granville at school. He discusses family news.
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May 16, 1868
Davis, William, fl. 1868
to Aunt Priscilla
In his letter, Davis William mentions William Pearce's upcoming trip to England.
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March 15, 1863
Pearce, Charles, fl. 1863-1869
to Father
Charles Pearce writes about politics and party division in his letter to his father.
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April 11, 1863
to Mother
Charles Pearce discusses his belief that the war will end before that fall. He mentions a clash between a sergeant and local rebel. He also includes an autograph note signed by "Susan."
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February 27, 1864
Charles Pearce mentions that he is trying to get a discharge due to illness. He also discusses a furlough.
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June 8, 1864
Charles Pearce in his letter, comments on his illness.
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June 17, 1864
In his letter to his father, Charles Pearce mentions Thirza's engagement.
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July 2, 1864
In his letter to his father, Charles Pearce discusses Thirza's engagement and his fear of a rebel attack.
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