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March 2, 1864
Pearce, Eben, fl. 1861-1885
to Lena
Eben Pearce writes to his sister, Selina, from "The Parsonage" in Memphis, Tennessee. He reports that he is very busy with giving oaths.
GLC00066.047
May 2, 1864
to Father
He writes from the Provost Marshal's Office in Memphis, Tennessee. He discusses his plans for after the war, and also describes how one oath-taker was hanged for treason.
GLC00066.048
May 10, 1864
Written from the Provost Marshal's office in Memphis, Tennessee. He discusses his plans for after the war, including his desire to go into the ministry.
GLC00066.049
May 11, 1864
Pearce, Charles, fl. 1863-1869
Charles Pearce describes the capture of the 77th Regiment.
GLC00066.050
May 20, 1864
Written from the Provost Marshal's office in Memphis, Tennessee. He mentions that there is little work to be done at his office and discusses his plans for the future.
GLC00066.051
May 28, 1864
On stationery of the Provost Marshal General. Signed "Josh," though content and location suggests the author is in fact Eben. Written to Selina, his sister, on the subject of gardens.
GLC00066.052
28 May 1864
Poem
An anti-war poem originally enclosed with GLC00066.052, a letter to Selina of 28 May 1864. Signed "Josh," though the author is most likely Eben.
GLC00066.053
4 July 1864
[Oath of allegiance]
Signed by Thomas Gibson as witness.
GLC00066.054
July 11, 1864
Eben Pearce writes from Burnett House, in Cincinnati, Ohio, discussing his move to Cincinnati.
GLC00066.055
October 20, 1864
Eben Pearce writes to his sister, Selina, about news, mentioning that he is back from the Army.
GLC00066.056
November 19, 1864
to Sister
Eben Pearce writes to his sister, likely Selina, while on board the steamer "Golden Eagle." He explains that he is going to clerk for their brother, Edgar, in Little Rock, Arkansas.
GLC00066.057
December 15, 1864
to "Sis"
Writes to his sister, likely Selina, describing Little Rock, Arkansas.
GLC00066.058
February 10, 1865
Writes to his sister, likely Selina, discussing his plan to go into the nursery business. Also mentions their brother Edgar's marriage.
GLC00066.059
April 12, 1865
Eben Pearce writes to his sister, likely Selina. He explains that the "77th prisoners had been released and home on furlough." Also, discusses his new photography business.
GLC00066.060
June 5, 1865
Writes to his sister, Selina, and explains that his business is doing well.
GLC00066.061
October 4, 1865
Writes to his sister, likely Selina, about news of home. Signed "Josh," though content and location suggests the author is in fact Eben.
GLC00066.062
December 15, 1865
He writes to his sister Selina, explaining that he is at school now.
GLC00066.063
January 21, 1866
to Father & Mother
In his letter, he discusses revival meetings.
GLC00066.064
February 21, 1866
In his letter, he discusses finances.
GLC00066.065
February 3, 1869
He writes to his sister, Selina, about travelling and preaching with their Father.
GLC00066.066
May 17, 1869
Eben Pearce writes about his congregation. Letter is written in pencil.
GLC00066.067
September 4, 1885
Shaw, R.K., fl. 1885
to Eben Pearce
Printed invitation to the Ohio Brigade reunion. Shaw adds a note addressed to Pearce.
GLC00066.068
June 4, 1861
Pearce, Edgar, fl. 1861-1864
In his letter, he discusses crops.
GLC00066.069
June 2, 1861
In his letter, he discusses the arrival of more troops and spies. He reports that there is martial law in Parkersburgh. Possibly written from Marietta, Ohio.
GLC00066.070
March 15, 1862
to Mother
He explains that he is traveling down-river and requisitioning wood. He says that they are taking wood from southern civilians and in the letter mentions Fort Henry. Written from Savannah, Tennessee and Shanta, Ohio.
GLC00066.071
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