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23 March 1865
Thompson, Wilmot, fl. 1864-1901
to my dear wife
He is in site of the Rebels' picket line. They plan to surround them and starve them. They can't last much longer. He thinks he will come out all right.
GLC02740.36
9 May 1864
Kellogg, James H., fl. 1862-1864
to Mary
He talks about the inevitability of death and the many vices of the army. It takes a very stable mind to reject all the vices of the army. He mentions a friend who wants to enlist because his wife died, but he thinks it would be better if he stayed...
GLC02415.079
25 May 1864
He talks of money matters. Still he owes his uncle money. He goes over his monthly expenses.
GLC02415.081
24 July 1864
He tells her not to worry about the farm as long as it is worked by men who care more the produce it yields than the government that protects them. Perhaps she will think him a different man when he returns. Written at camp on Lookout Mountain
GLC02415.095
22 August 1864
He discusses money matters and how she can run the farm more efficiently. When he comes home, he expects to farm again.Written at camp on Lookout Mountain
GLC02415.102
20 September 1864
They should leave camp tomorrow morning and join the picket lines but they don't know how long they will remain there. He has two months pay and will send her money soon. Written at camp on Lookout Mountain
GLC02415.106
17 April 1862
Eber, H.W., fl. 1862
to Enoch Q. Fellows
He is asking for a furlough because he has received word that his mother is sick. Written at Port Royal, located on Hilton Head Island.
GLC02745.011
circa 1861-1865
to Unknown
The author of the note says the recipient should think of taking care of her father as a satisafction instead of a duty. The author also wishes to visit at one point but doesn't know when it will happen.
GLC02171.08
18 July 1863
Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865
to Father
The hospital was broken up and the regiment is headed toward Jackson, MS. He would like very much to help with the harvest but the prospect looks rather bleak.
GLC02173.10
23 December 1863
to Parents
He is now in Texas. He briefly descibes the sea journey which brought him there. The water they drink is quite brackish. But the boys seem to be good health nonetheless. Written along Matagorda Bay in Texas.
GLC02173.21
6 February 1864
He went to the army church and enjoyed it immensely. They recently built a new fort and two companies have to sleep in it every night to be ready for an attack, but he is not alarmed, he does not think the Rebels would be dumb enough to attack.
GLC02173.23
31 August 1858
Stone, E. Wyman, fl. 1861-1865
to Dear Brother
He talks about his upcoming wedding and various people he's invited. He asks several favors of his brother.
GLC02182.04
12 September 1861
to Berdille
He saw some planters load tobacco the other other night and he describes the scene at great length.
GLC02182.17
21 March 1862
He is now at a hospital and is resting comfortably. He asks her to visit.
GLC02182.27
25 March 1862
to dealy beloved
His foot does not hurt him that bad anymore. They did not find the bullet and he doesn't think they will. The doctor comes around and looks at his foot but he has nothing encouraging to say.
GLC02182.28
29 March 1862
to dearly beloved
They still haven't managed to find the bullet. The not too badly wounded have already been sent home and he feels bad about this.
GLC02182.29
5 April 1862
He describes the unbearable pain in his foot. If the inflammation does not go down they will have to amputate.
GLC02182.33
20 April 1862
They decided to amputate his foot and it is healing well. It may be a few more weeks before he is allowed to return home.
GLC02182.34
11 November 1861
McFadden, Charles F., fl. 1862-1864
to Sisters
No year. He wishes he could have seen Uncle Lions when he came to visit. He hopes to get a furlough. A fellow soldier, Sam Vandevort, asked if he could draw his picture.
GLC02169.07
June 26, 1863
Ives, Warren A., fl. 1863-1864
The great battle has not come yet. Hooker's army is close by and can reinforce them while they prepare.Their men on picket have picked up some deserters from the Rebels. The sergeant is a drunk whom no one takes seriously.
GLC00653.03.01
October 24, 1864
There was a heavy battle on the 19th. The Rebels surprised them. General Sheridan was involved. They managed to capture a whole ten acres and more guns then they knew what to do with. he found a horse the day of the fight worth about $150 but does...
GLC00653.03.03
June 15, 1864
Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865
to Sister
The Rebels are well fortified from the base to the summit of the mountain and they have been skirmishing all the time. Hooker advanced. Written at Big Shanty Camp.
GLC00653.11.15
July 31, 1864
to Sister Mary
They were able to gain all the ground desired from the recent skirmishes. Even though they have used their artillery on the present camp they have not done much damage. Their accodations are a little better now. Was written near Atlanta, Georgia.
GLC00653.11.17
22 February 1862
Morse, Justus, fl. 1861-1864
to Respected Miss ( Kitty)
He has been marching and going back and forth in a boat. They were supposed to help take Fort Donaldon, but the other men took it before they got there. Theya re near Columbus but they won't go there because the Rebels have already evacuated there.
GLC02170.02
10 May 1862
to Respected Miss (Kitty)
He apologizes for having played a trick on her recently but it was the first of April. The last time he heard from her, she wasn't well.
GLC02170.06
15 May 1864
C.S., fl. 1861-1864
to J. Morse
She is very grateful for his kind offer to pay her living expenses in Bloomington. She will try to find something that he can afford.
GLC02170.46
21 September 1861
to Caf
The author would be happy to hear from Frank but supposes he is angry with women. Hopes they both return safe to Washington.
GLC08291.29
28 March 1864
Lowrie, James Addison, 1843-?
to Mother
it has been reported that there are 30,000 yankees at Washington. sooner or later they will have to face the music. Written in a camp near Kinston, North Carolina
GLC08300.30
20 October 1864
Schumpert, Amos K., fl. 1864
to sweet and darling wife
the Colonel gave him brass buttons for his coat recently. writes that a furlough is out of the question now.writes he would like some whiskey. Written in Camp Stevens
GLC08270.01
13 July 1864
Willcox, C.B., fl. 1864
General Orders No. 32
A general court martial is appointed for the July 14th for the trial of Private John Cooney.
GLC08291.12
circa 1861-1864
to Frank
A note of encouragement for Frank telling him to keep his spirits up. Refers to the "qouta" that La Grosse has filled.
GLC08291.27
27 December 1862
his wound is improving. still suffering from pneumonia. sent to Farmville to recuperate.
GLC08300.14
19 October 1864
informs her it will be some time before he gets home, for they won't let him leave until he is perfectly well. they treat him good.
GLC08300.45
3 February 1865
Wells, Edmund C., fl. 1864-1865
to Maria
learned that Mr. Mellon of Cinncinati had charge of the plantations and had annulled all of his predecessors. had to go to Memphis where he came aboard a crowded a boat. currently in a copperhead state.
GLC08311.02
14 March 1865
to Maria, Elma, Amus, Johnny and Co.
today went with Wallace and used his money. an agent from head quarters and said he prefers to have them run it. acknowledges his mother's suffering because of his absence.
GLC08311.07
15 March 1865
records his movements. encountered snow and ice. The third morning out they found a fleet of chickens. decided to shoot some.
GLC08311.08
21 May 1865
describes the officers who wish to leave the service versus those who wish to remain. w rote in diary about having received money for bonds. lost his handkerchief in Richmond but bought another in Alexandria. Written in a camp near Alexandria.
GLC08311.44
11 June 1865
describes the decisions of Captains and Generals in his brigade. would like to go to Mount Vernon. saw a farm he is thinking of purchasing. Written in a camp near Alexandria.
GLC08311.47
15 January 1863
Davison, Nathaniel R., fl. 1861-1863
to Sallie and the babies
Nathaniel R. Davison writes to his sister, Sallie, and her children from Goldsboro, NC. He speaks of Union troops advancing toward Kinston, NC, and he describes life in camp, including the mild winter and his commissary duties. Davison writes that he...
GLC03135.07.03
13 January 1862
Burroughs, Charles, fl. 1862
to William Gifford
Charles thanks William for the package he sent of various food stuffs. He then describes his daily activities as a soldier. There was a chance for a fight but the Rebels have not shown themselves.
GLC07205.012
26 July 1862
Barrows, Arad, fl. 1862
to Madam
A thank you letter from Union Volunteer Refreshment Committee for the fair that was held at the saloon.
GLC07205.014
30 August 1864
Charlie, fl. 1861-1864
to Richard H. Jackson
He thanks Richard for the knife he requested. He saw Mattie last night and had a great time. Asks Richard if he can get a copy of "Fanny Hill."
GLC07705.422
18 March 1863
Watson, Martha, fl. 1861-1864
She writes of how Richard's parents got their photographs done. She also notes the beautiful weather.
GLC07705.349
28 August 1861
Albert, fl. 1861-1864
He thinks it is funny that his sister would like to travel with the regiment and help them along the way because he thinks it would not be long before they have to attend to her.
GLC07205.043
21 December 1861
to Sister Sophia
A large Rebel force was seen on the other side of the river, so Company K was sent down to investigate. After two hours a messenger came to tell them that they were approaching. He tells another story of how he and another soldier went to a farmhouse...
GLC07205.046
18 January 1864
Andy, fl. 1861-1865
Lately he has felt pretty tired, but he enjoyed his New Year's. He writes that skating has been very popular. He advises Richard not to worry too much about the girl that rejected him.
GLC07705.435
April 25, 1861
Figures, Henry Stokes, 1844-1864
to Pa
One letter from Henry S. Figures addressed to his father dated April 25, 1861. Mentions Catholic services and that he hadn't been invited to a wedding. Henry discusses his impressions of a Catholic mass he attended, and goes into some detail about...
GLC00653.01.02
June 24, 1861
to Ma
One letter addressed to Hattie E. Figures from Henry S. Figures dated January 24, 1861. In the beginning of the letter Henry discusses family members and their welfare, as well as their behavior. Henry mentions quite a few young women back home by...
GLC00653.01.05
January 22, 1863
One letter from Henry S. Figures addressed to his father dated January 22, 1863. Pertains to life while stationed in the camp. Mentions that furlough was only given to four men in the company. In this short letter Henry discusses the furloughs the...
GLC00653.01.09
March 10, 1863
One letter addressed to Hattie E. Figures from Henry S. Figures dated March 10, 1863. Mentions attending church, borrowing money to buy a gun and his ambrotype. Henry's gun made it back home alright, and he is longing for home. His shoes, gloves and...
GLC00653.01.14
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