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2 December 1862
Maxwell, Alexander S., fl. 1861-1864
to Richard H. Jackson
Maxwell mainly talks about the young ladies that are now in his acquaintance.
GLC07705.324
27 December 1862
Cafferty, R.P., fl. 1861-1864
He describes his Christmas and mentions that he got a letter from James Armstrong.
GLC07705.329
25 March 1863
Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864
He writes that his son should get a very warm reception upon his return. Also, he says business has been good lately. He mentions Mr. Austin.
GLC07705.359
29 January 1863
He admonishes Richard for not writing and mentions the "girls." He mentions several mutual acquaintances and a Methodist meeting. There are pages missing.
GLC07705.339
9 February 1863
Davis, J.M., fl. 1861-1864
He writes about Richard's mother and father and says his father is doing well and his mother is anxious for him to come home so that she may embrace him.
GLC07705.341
14 March 1863
Gus, fl. 1861-1864
He thanks him for finally sending a letter. He is glad he made Lieutenant and thanks him for his kindness toward Fred when he was sick.
GLC07705.348
1 March 1863
He writes that they have had beautiful sleighing and informs him he will be on Broadway when his regiment arrives.
GLC07705.356
31 December 1863
He writes that someone [illegible] is capable of performing the duties of a wife for him.
GLC07705.384
9 May 1864
Gibbons, Patrick F., fl. 1861-1864
He mainly talks of how glad he is at the possibility of seeing Richard and he invites him to stay in his home. He asks what has happened since Richard was in Morris Island.
GLC07705.394
24 January 1861
Pyne, Charles B. fl. 1861
to Sir
No year. He is very anxious about his bounty. Everybody is getting paid $150 to $200. He requests the necessary documents so he can get his bounty.
GLC07205.027
27 January 1861
No year. He writes he followed the instructions of the previous letter and signed his name in the presence of the Execution Officer. He thanks him for his support.
GLC07205.028
6 August 1862
Rollinsky, C., fl. 1862
to Col. G Waagner
He has not received full pay because the paymaster will nto acknowledge the time that he was in service.
GLC07205.037
18 September 1864
Albert, fl. 1861-1864
to Sister
He will get his ambrotype in his full uniform and send it home. The Captain is leaving and he doesn't know who will replace him. Written at Camp Boston
GLC07205.044
1861-1877
to Sister Sophia
They have moved to a more scenic spot in Warrenton.There are a lot of berries there and too many soldiers.
GLC07205.052
February 9, 1863
Figures, Henry Stokes, 1844-1864
to My Dear Mother
One letter addressed to Hattie E. Figures from Henry S. Figures dated February 9, 1863. Mentions that he spoke to Colonel Foster recommending him for a furlough. Henry discusses the difficulty of getting a furlough and all the channels he must go...
GLC00653.01.11
June 21, 1863
to Ma
They crossed the Shenandoah the other day and they expect to go to Maryland and Pennsylvania next. Major Scuggs will deliver this letter because he has been discharged and is going home. This letter serves as foreshadowing of Lee's invasion into...
GLC00653.01.22
29 October 1862
He mentions a John Odell who owns a store. It also looks as though he may get a discharge even though he hasn't asked for it.
GLC07205.069
16 July 1862
to Wilbur
He writes that a lot of the men are sick and that he himself has had dysentary for the last two weeks.
GLC07205.088
29 July 1862
to Father
He is afraid he has nothing interesting to say. He talks of his great appreciation for her and their mother. He refers to his sister wanting to find him a young lady by the time he gets home.
GLC07205.090
21 January 1861
No Year. He had to get a certified copy of his appointment. He is waiting on back pay and 2 months advance.
GLC07205.097
26 April 1863
Tracy, Frank J., fl. 1863
to Ann
He is happy becasuse he heas heard from home 5 times now. He got paid and he is trying to save his money so he has some tot ake home with him.
GLC03047.05
1863
A friend of his heard that his wife died.
GLC03047.07
2 November 1861
Ladd, George, fl. 1861-1862
to Carrie
He has been sick. He explains the problem with getting a furlough is that all these people have to sign it and by the time it's granted it will be expired.
GLC03057.02
Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873
1863 Diary
Many blank pages until May. Records the weather. On August 8th and 9th, he spends time with a Miss Kittinger and a Miss Haversticks. He sees them several times and even gives one of them is picture. Later a fire breaks out. Describes daily life in...
GLC03131.16.05
30 September 1864
Pierce, Franklin, 1804-1869
Invoice of Quartermaster's stores
Features white-washed brushes and blank book. Reported by Lt. Leander A Williston.
GLC02198.12
30 October 1864
Pierce (general), fl. 1864
Features blank book. Reported by Lt. Leander A Williston.
GLC02198.13
Gifford, Fred S., fl. 1864
Features envelopes, pens, wax, ink, paper...
GLC02198.14
Pallen, J., fl. 1863
Monthly Return of Quartermaster's Stores
Everything from fuel to bricklaying tools. Written at Clark's Point.
GLC02198.18
October 1864
Williston, Leander A., 1830-?
Everything from fuel to bricklaying tools.
GLC02198.19
February 1865
GLC02198.20
1864
Abstract of Expenditures
Abstract of materials expended or consumed at Fort Ricketts, commanded by Leander A. Williston. Written at Fort Ricketts
GLC02198.26
1865
GLC02198.27
Veterans' Patriotic League
Petition essentially saying they believe in pensions for soldiers but they do not think the system should be abused.
GLC02198.45
25 November 1861
Garfield, James A. (James Abram), 1831-1881
to Eben R. Ayers
This letter is in reply to Eben's letter on the 5th, Garfield says he delayed answering in the hope that he would be able to help, but has been compelled to abandon his efforts.
GLC07187.02
22 September 1861
A letter from Garfield to Ayers saying that Garfield would be glad to have Ayers and his men join his regiment. also that he would make it a point to write to Ayers aunt Maria soon and that the only reason he hasn't in a while it that he was away for...
GLC07187.03
23 November 1862
Wright, Sereno A., fl. 1862-1863
They have been getting settled in and have pitched their tents. They haven't been drilling very much lately. They got their muskets but have not used them yet.
GLC02751.07
Wright, J. Clark, fl. 1863
Elegy for Sereno Wright
Serano is in heaven/And pain can never reach him there/No sickness comes to those who breathe that pure delightful air.
GLC02751.42
circa 1862
Isaac, Campbell, & Co., fl. 1862
Confederate cavalry sabre of William E. Jones
Confederate cavalry sabre in scabbard. Manufactured by Isaac Campbell & Co. of London, at 71 Jermyn Street. Hilt embellished with an eagle and arrows in its talons with foliage. Purchased by William E. Jones in 1862.
GLC02711.08.01
1972 December 5
Anderson, Cecil W., fl. 1972
[Confederate Calvary Sabres]
Accompanying photographs of Confederate cavalry sabre in scabbard. Manufactured by Isaac Campbell & Co. of London, at 71 Jermyn Street. Hilt embellished with an eagle and arrows in its talons with foliage. Purchased by William E. Jones in 1862.
GLC02711.08.02
6 February 1862
Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863
to Brother H (Henry)
He says everything is dull lately. Dull and muddy. He tells him he received the box that father sent.
GLC02172.38
14 March 1861
to Brother Henry
They are now in Fort Lyon, near Alexandria. He hears they are to reinforce Burnsides. Very faded Written in Camp Lyon
GLC02172.42
16 April 1862
Their campground was near the city of Hampton. He mentions some historical events that took place in town.He has talked to Edward a number of times.
GLC02172.45
circa 1861-1865
Morse, Justus, fl. 1861-1864
to Catherine (KItty)
He knows she wants him to come home but it is hard for a well person to get a furlough. he thanks her for the lock of hair she sent. He has a book called 1001 Home Amusements filled with puzzles and stories.
GLC02170.66
28 August 1861
A lot of commotion. General McClelland came by three times and there have been messengers going back and forth. He is on guard today.
GLC02172.13
6 October 1861
They are going to get new guns, either the sharps or Enfield rifles. He mentions the cavalry. The boys are in good spirits. He will not get down to the city thsi week. Written in Camp Arlington
GLC02172.23
circa 1859 - 1862
McClees, J.E., fl. 1855-1865
J.L. Reno
Photo taken by J.E. McClees, engraving done by J.C. Buttre. General Jesse L. Reno is pictured in his union uniform.
GLC02457.15.02
16 June 1863
Harris, Edwin E., fl. 1850-1864
to Margaret Harris
One letter addressed to Margaret Harris from Edwin E. Harris dated June 16, 1863.
GLC03135.10.078
unknown, fl. 1861-1865
[Battalion details of Edwin E. Harris]
One undated note referring to Edwin E. Harris's roles when he served in the military.
GLC03135.10.226
GLC03135.10.227
10 May 1864
Page, Enoch S., fl. 1864-1865
to Mahala F. Page
One letter addressed to Mahala F. Page from Enoch S. Page dated Washing., Fort Totten, May 10, 1864.
GLC06359.02
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