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1865
Goddard, Dighton, 1822-1910
Wooden heart of Dighton Goddard
Small unpainted wooden carved heart with writing in pencil, "Lee surr. at App., Apr. 9, a time of rejoy and shouting."
GLC03608.03
December 1860
McSherry, Anna, 1833-?
to Henry F. McSherry
Written by Anna to her brother Henry who was in the U.S. Navy. Says the family was wondering what he was doing at the breakfast table this morning. Wants to know if he wants the "Intelligencer" or the "Mirror," or some other newspaper. Says she will...
GLC03523.21.07
15 March 1863
Tillotson, George W., 1830-1918
To his wife
Written in pencil. Continued on March 16. Describes his accommodations: "The house consists of four pieces of tents, two of which are buttoned together, for the sides, with little rope loops, at the corners, to pin them down to the ground. ......
GLC04558.076
12 December 1863
Writes that he enjoys good health; mentions seeing Gen. Gilmore riding "with a woman said to be his wife, but I will say I think him the best looking of the two." Mentions the special favors some Masons; receive; speculates on the destination of an...
GLC04558.127
24 May 1864
Placed in command of a "post" along the James, GWT directs the defense of his troops as Confederates repeatedly attack from across a ravine. Also defends himself against rumors that he played games and drank at Parkers (in New York).
GLC04558.135
27 May 1864
Details the health of friends, including one who has measles, and acknowledges a pay raise. "This dearest is an awful campaign. Rivers of blood have already been shed but still the story is not half told yet."
GLC04558.136
June 28, 1864
Tillotson, Georgiana, fl. 1856-1920
To her father George Tillotson
Writes that she can't write very well yet as she has only been practicing for about four weeks. Describes her studies at school and wishes her father were home.
GLC04558.145.01
17 September 1861
West, Lewis H., 1829-?
to R. West
Is at Hampton Roads for repairs. Gives an account of the collision. When on board the USS "Flag," he noticed the ship was not well disciplined. Describes the crew. Goes on to describe in detail how the frigate USS "Susquehanna" and the "Flag" came to...
GLC03836.22
23 March 1862
Says they had an easy run from Baltimore to Port Royal. Reports that St. John's, Jacksonville, and St. Augustine are under Union control. Says the army is afraid of Confederate attacks around Port Royal and has requested more vessels. Praises...
GLC03836.33
12/1862
Bogart, Abram, fl. 1825-1865
to Mary M. Bogart
Writes to his wife whom he refers to as his "partner in life," that he is well and has received her letter. Reports that he has been standing guard and expects to stay put for the winter. Tells her they have fixed up their winter quarters and now...
GLC03523.11.01
11/01/1864
to Mary M. Bogart and children
Writes to his wife and children expressing that he would very much like to come home and that "it is no comfort for me to be away from home so long and living like arabs in tents and not houses..." Informs her that James, possibly a neighbor or...
GLC03523.11.31
18 December 1862
Goold, James, 1842-?
to John S. Goold
Writes to his father "by candlelight" because he was so busy during the day and states "I don't like to spare time to write." Informs that he has just come off guard and that they are camped at same place they were before the Battle of Fredericksburg...
GLC03523.05.05
2 May 1863
Henry, Josiah E., 1840-?
to Sophia Henry
Henry writes to his mother from Fredericksburg. Encloses ten dollars. Reports that there has been heavy fighting for several days. Expects a major battle within 48 hours.
GLC03523.07.17
7 August 1863
Henry writes to his mother from the U.S. General Hospital in Brattleboro. Reports that he has had chronic diarrhea for three weeks and left his regiment on 29 July 1863. Expects to return to his regiment within two to three weeks. Comments there is...
GLC03523.07.18
18 April 1864
Maitland, Joseph M., 1836-1918
to Bell Wharton
Writes to Bell from a camp near Memphis. Comments on a box of provisions he received, including cakes. Notes he sent a box by express with several pictures inside and asks her to take care of them. States he has not received any letters from her...
GLC03523.10.120
10 August 1863
Wheeler, Lysander, 1837-1917
[to his family]
Wheeler advises his brother-in-law Darius not to return to the Army. He writes that the soldiers weren't able to draw soft bread because the baker had gotten drunk and later arrested. Reports that Captain Mason, who was replaced by Captain Culver...
GLC07460.043
21 June 1863
Sayles, Sumner, fl. 1862-1868
to Isora Sayles
Writes to his sister. Discusses how a man named Erving A. Porter died. Writes that Erving got up at 3:00 am as usual to get a drink and then went back to bed and never woke up again. His bunk mate found him lying still in the morning with his hand...
GLC03523.32.16
circa 10 August 1861-1864
Phelps, Diton, fl. 1861-1864
to father
Writes to his father from Harrison's Landing. Informs him that he sent twenty dollars home with a man named C. B. Riggs. Instructs his father to use the money to "the best advantage." Letter is faded. Letter has an image of a soldier printed on...
GLC03523.49.17
25 March 1862
Russell, E. S., fl. 1861-1862
to Hannah E. Russell
Informs his wife that he misses her and would like to see his family, friends, and neighbors. Comments that he does not want to see one particular family who has been telling lies about him and his family. Writes that he expects to stay in...
GLC03523.50.12
13 December 1861
Mortimer, Caleb C.E., 1835-1862
to his wife
Mentions being in General Fitz-John Porter's division. Read a piece in the Boston Herald about Porter's Battery being in a skirmish and Sargeant Barnes shooting a rebel but says it was all a lie. Describes meeting Abraham Lincoln at Captain Griffin...
GLC01898.08
2 May 1862
Mentions a Union hot air balloon that was used for reconnaissance. "Our big Balloon is just making preparations to take a look at the rebs they are getting very vicious and they make night hideous with the howling and bursting of shells..." Describes...
GLC01898.18
9 June 1862
Davis, Reuben, fl. 1862
to Edward H. Ogden
Writes to Edward Ogden, Sarah Ogden's husband. Asks Mr. Ogden to mail him a check payable to his name. Adds that his health has improved since he returned home. Envelope includes "T. Morris Perot & CO..." letterhead which includes a mortar &...
GLC06559.010
12 September 1864
Johnston, Witter H., fl. 1861-1864
to Miss Sue Johnston
He is glad for the news about Sherman's grip on Petersburgh Farragut. Though he thinks it is unwise to enlist men for one year. Lt. Lohiske has been sick but is getting better.
GLC02167.31
1861-1866
to unknown
He is sending ten dollars and shall get a bonnet if she wants one. He was relieved from picket duty at 4pm.
GLC02167.44
April 5, 1862
Lay, Creed A., fl. 1861-1864
Written on patriotic stationary. Written from "Shilow pits burg Landing hardin Co tenn," most likely Shiloh and Pittsburg Landing, in Hardin County, Tennessee. Written just before the beginning of the Battle of Shiloh.
GLC01013.09
25 May 1865
Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865
to Eleanor Hammond
All are healthy; hopes she is too. The review is over, and "we expect to start for Elmira in a short time." The march might start on the 27th. The officers of the regiment are moving as fast as they can to discharge them. Charles [Jencks] was here to...
GLC09273.47
5 January 1864
Clapp, George, fl. 1839-1892
to parents
Got a letter from him last week. Made a mistake at the top of the page with the address and wrote Northampton. It is the first time he has made such a mistake, "but it shows where my thoughts are most of the time." Heard at division headquarters that...
GLC09355.038
1861-1877
The Battle of Gettysburg
GLC08880.089
8 July 1864
Bloodgood, Delevan, fl. 1864
["Return of Medicines, Stores, Furniture, Instruments"]
signed by Henry F. McSherry
GLC09324.16
19 January 1864
McSherry, William, fl. 1864
written on Pennslyvania Senate Chamber paper. From Henry's brother.
GLC09324.33
12 January 1862
Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865
to Father
There is a rumor of their intended departure on Gen. Burnside's expedition which is strengthened by the arrival or 2 or 3 light draught gun boats daily. Everyone has been preparing by making requisitons for extra ammunition and equipment. He insists...
GLC07705.039
31 May 1865
Painter, Heber, 1841-1900
to sister Kate
He is happy to hear that his aunt and uncle may be visiting Richmond, but warns her that the city is in shambles. Writes that his name was forwarded for recognition for meritorious conduct. Asks that his sister not mention the news to anyone, as he...
GLC02016.083
3 September 1865
Writes that he has not attended church since arriving in Staunton. He has been very busy working on monthly returns. There are still no signs of mustering out or getting leave of absence. Writes that the men indulge too much when they get paid.
GLC02016.089
circa 16 May 1863
Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863
to Amanda Wilkinson
Written at camp of the 2nd Michigan Infantry. He writes a letter of introduction for Sergeant Wilhelm [?] Shakespeer who has promised to visit Frederick Wilkinson's wife. Reports that he was sick but has since recovered. Requested a leave of absence...
GLC03523.13.098
March 1862
to his sister
Complains of the dreary weather, which has brought down his spirits. Asks his sister to thank their aunt for the extra stamps she sent with her last letter, as stamps are very scarce and difficult for soldiers to obtain. States that Camp Hamilton...
GLC02016.008
21 June 1862
to Rebecca Frick
Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Reports that things have been quiet for the most part except for the capture of rebel mail some days ago. His present quarters are acceptable and he does not know how long he will be in the...
GLC02016.019
29 May 1864
to his aunt
Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Reports that the forces are withdrawing from the south bank of the James River and believes they will be returning to Whitehouse on the York River or possibly New Bern. States that he and...
GLC02016.054
9 October 1864
Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Mentions that he is thankful to be alive and in good health. Reports that fifteen men from his company were wounded or killed at the battle of Chaffin's Farm. Names and describes some of...
GLC02016.062
25 October 1864
Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Writes that he has send his aunt $100 and wishes her to write him upon receipt of the money. Reports that deserters continue to come in large numbers.
GLC02016.064
1880
Engraving of Commodore Josiah Tattnall
GLC02460.37
14 June 1865
Morse, George F., fl. 1864-1868
the mustering out of troops, Morse's intention to purchase his Springfield Rifle musket, and the insufficiency of the food rations.
GLC02180.29
14 August 1861
Sam, fl. 1861-1865
to cousin [Lydia A. Bishoff]
Sam is still in Oakland, and does not know how soon he will be called to take the line of march, although he is going to get his arms this week. He describes the health of a few members of his company, and asks how his mother is doing back home. He...
GLC03523.40.04
4 April 1862
Foglesong, John C., fl. 1861-1862
Foglesong informs Bishoff that he arrived at Sleepy Creek Station, and from there, traveled to Martinsburgh yesterday evening. He and his fellow troops received new guns. According to Foglesong, a dispute is underway between the officers and some...
GLC03523.40.08
9 February 1863
Swisher, Daniel, fl. 1861-1863
to sister [Lydia A. Bishoff]
Swisher plans to send Bishoff a valentine [see # 32 for text of the valentine].
GLC03523.40.21
runaway substitute soldiers, camp conditions, bounty payment and general finances. Written on Hart Island
GLC02180.03
2 November 1864
obtaining documentation from recruiter in Kingstown in order to expedite his transfer to the 91st Regiment, camp life, diet. Written on Hart Island
GLC02180.07
14 November 1864
Perkins, R.E., fl. 1864-1865
to George F. Morse
his anxiety for Morse's physical and spiritual well-being, report on friends and the religous activites in Brooklyn.
GLC02180.08
25 February 1865
a shipment of coats and blankets to his father, news that the 91st Regiment will be leaving for City Point, and anticipation of service.
GLC02180.23
20 August 1863
Parrott, John A., fl. 1861-1877
father [C. Parrott] He is going to join the regiment next Monday. He is married and gives news that his wife is going to New York to stay with family. He may resign if his health does not improve but stands "on the top of the pile here now and I...
GLC03858.01.18
8 November 1863
to sister
sister [Sophia Parrott] He is glad that she is feeling better. He is anxious for his sister to meet his wife. He believes he will be able "to stand the service till the balance of the Regt is muster out" on 1 September, a "day of rejoicing."...
GLC03858.01.22
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