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02 May 1864
Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864
to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee
He writes that they have been ordered to report for duty and he is now disembarking his regiment. Will write more when he is settled.
GLC02744.183
circa 27 April 1787
Lear, Tobias, 1762-1816
to Henry Knox
Informs Knox that George Washington will not be able to attend the Society of the Cincinnati general meeting "in consequence of an account which he received by express that his Mother & only Sister lay dangerously ill, & that he was obliged to make...
GLC02437.03536
25 June 1783
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
[Captain Lieutenant Johnson's permission to take military stores]
Major General Henry Knox says that Captain Lieutenant Johnson will apply to the commissary for two 6 pounders and the harnesses to transport them. Also, he is to be given 75 rounds of shot and "25 Case fixed with Flannel." Wants the quartermaster to...
GLC02437.02187
3 September 1791
Maunsell, John, fl. 1724-1795
References Knox's letter of 25 August. Received the letter when he had a fever, which has left him in a weak state. Says he feels better and hopes to go to Pennsylvania in October. Notes Earl Wycombe, who came with Maunsell from England, will stop...
GLC02437.05142
16 January 1791
McNeill, Mary, fl. 1787-1791
to [Henry Knox]
Thanks Knox for being an "Angoll of the Lord" in helping her settle her late husband's business affairs. She will now be able to collect her third from her husband's estate. Writes, "I am ashamed of my speling and writing and my lame arme."
GLC02437.04830
5 September 1790
to Francisco de Miranda
Acknowledges two letters Colonel Miranda sent him "from the Continent." Says he could not respond because of government business. Thanks Miranda for making him known to Count Paolo Andreani who was at the time traveling through "northern parts of...
GLC02437.04718
8 June 1864
Maury, William Lewis, 1813-1878
to Nan [Maury]
He has inflammatory rheumatism and hopes to recover enough to come home so she can nurse him. Received the letters to be forwarded to her aunt, noting that all blockade letters are inspected and Mrs. E's letter may be rejected because of it's length...
GLC04572.18
April 28, 1862
Churchill, Byron, 1846-?
to: Drazilla Churchill.
Churchill explains that he is sick with "disinterry," as are most of the soldiers in his camp, and twice asks his mother to do what she can to bring him home. He divulges that "the boys don't find it as they expected," and that rations are only...
GLC03859.01
1863/9/25
Walbridge, Charles E., 1842-?
to mother
A tent mate is ill. He hopes to be paid soon. He writes a list of clothing items he wishes to have sent to him. A corporal is promoted to 1st Lieutenant because he brought the colors back from the attack on Fort Wagner [7/14/1863]. "I like the...
GLC04662.045
1864/6/2
He would like to be with Grant's army. He advises his mother on financial affairs, to sell some property and invest the money in government bonds. He gives the interest of the bonds in greenbacks as $492, and in gold as $800. He gives the recent...
GLC04662.068
1864/10/7
Thomas Colson has arrived and now works in the blacksmith shop. Walbridge must assume the duties of depot Quartermaster in addition to his regular duties. He hopes to be promoted and is building a log office. Notes 33 Confederates deserted and...
GLC04662.080
1906/12/07
Mosby, John S., 1833-1916
to: Sam Chapman
Cousin Alice's visit to Covington, Va.; speculation about the Robertson family (from San Francisco); work on his book Stuart's Calvary in the Gettysburg Campaign.
GLC03921.20
7 July 1819
to James Balloch
Writes to his cousin in Cornish, New Hampshire that he has been ill the past few days but is recovering. He believes people traveling to the area (Mississippi) from the north suffer because of the sudden climate change. States he arrived in Natchez...
GLC04601.09
14 October 1918
Hopkins, Lawrence L., fl. 1918-1919
to Dr. and Mrs. A.W. Hopkins
Writes to his parents apologizing for not having written. Encloses a Christmas package permit (not included) and a reminder of what he would like sent. Replies to local news sent from home. Reports the outbreak of lice (cooties) in his camp....
GLC07810.031
30 September 1792
Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809
Complains that Knox "appear[s] to Scold at me for pressing you to a separation from Colo. D-." Notes it is because of Knox's closeness to Duer that has led him [Jackson] to urge Knox to sever ties. Also discusses business regarding land. Says...
GLC02437.05632
4 November 1792
Despite suffering from a hangover, Jackson writes to Knox concerning Madame de Leval & Mr. de la Roche's demands for land deeds. States, "from drinking too freely of Wine yesterday, I have such a headache, that I am unable to write you but a word -...
GLC02437.05690
31 March 1793
Signed twice by Jackson. References Knox's letter of 20 March. Has heard nothing from William Tudor since the last letter he forwarded to Knox. Relates that his note to Tudor was due 17 March. Reports that [Thomas?] Adams the printer informed him...
GLC02437.05861
3 October 1790
Swan, James, 1754-1830
Writes that he received Knox's letter from a year ago and would have replied sooner if he had anything interesting to say. He asks Knox to look at a letter he sent to Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson regarding a contract for "supplies to the...
GLC02437.04743
7 February 1787
Webber, James, fl. 1784-1797
Discusses financial arrangements and is happy to hear that Knox has received part of the monies owed him. Writes, however, that "[a]s Mr. Soderstam and Goodeve has not yet paid, must request you to take every step, which you may judge most prudent...
GLC02437.03445
3 October 1792
Walker, Benjamin, 1753-1818
Discusses Knox's situation with [William] Duer and Madam de Leval over land negotiations. States Duer has given him Knox's obligation to convey to Duer a certain proposition on a township. Asks that Knox informs him when he is ready to make the...
GLC02437.05638
20 June 1792
Vose, Thomas, 1753-1810
Informs Knox that his last letter was delivered by Mr. Monvel, who is still staying with Vose. Local opinions of Monvel vary: "... some suppose that he's about to make a large purchase of land for a french settlement - others think him not in his...
GLC02437.05512
23 October 1864
to Louise Walbridge
Acknowledges receipt of a package containing honey (most of which spilled), pants, a cake, and butter. Describes the weather, is saddened to hear of the deaths of two ladies from Buffalo, expects a big battle soon. Encloses a piece of petrified...
GLC04663.51
31 October 1864
Sent George a pass to come visit him as an "employee of the Quartermaster Department" and explains that Harry cannot visit because he is too young for such a pass. Preparations for George's visit: putting a stove in his tent; obtaining a horse for...
GLC04663.52
24 July 1776
Knox, William, 1756-1795
Discusses a British ship that was captured near an American fort at Nantasket, Massachusetts. The vessel had come from Ireland to support General William Howe's army and had mistakenly thought the British were still in Boston. Tells a detailed...
GLC02437.00392
1862/11/31
Smith, David V.M., 1823-1863
to Elizabeth Smith and Charles C. Smith
The regiment was excused from guard duty on Thanksgiving to attend church and a dress parade. Smith urges Charles to learn to write and to study geography. "I now see the need of understanding the geography and the map and then I could tell when I...
GLC04189.19
27 July 1776
to Lucy Knox
Comments on Lucy's baby daughter's improving health. Discusses the possibility of purchasing two "[corsetts] with bells" for Lucy. Promises to send her tea. He has little hope for a truce, commenting that Lord William Howe will seek a settlement...
GLC02437.00396
16 January 1861
Moore, John, 1826-1907
to Mary Kelly
Discusses secession. Wishes South Carolina could leave the Union, and laments its power to rent the nation. Forcefully criticizes the leadership of President James Buchanan. Hopes President Abraham Lincoln will be prepared for the coming conflict...
GLC04194.38
18 November 1895
Wayne, Anthony, 1745-1796
[General Orders]
Report of the General Court Martial of which Mayor Shaylor is President. Lists officers charged with various crimes, and the outcome of the trials. Isaac Lindsay, charged with desertion, was found guilty of absenting himself without leave and...
GLC04864.17
30 September 1791
Mentions a letter he wrote to Henry on 7 September from Cork, Ireland. Says affairs in France have taken a turn since the King accepted the constitution. He was also given a 12,000 pound yearly allowance and was allowed to retain most of his...
GLC02437.05176
28 January 1793
Enquired of Berry & Rogers for horse or travelling canteens. They only had one pair of a small size for 7 guineas. Heard Mr. Edgar will quit his house on Wall Street. Also heard that Mrs. Fleming is moving from her home. Is meeting with Fleming's...
GLC02437.05798
7-10 September 1862
Jones, Joseph, fl. 1862-1865
to Nancy E. Jones
Lack of arms in "rebel country;" Confederate guerrillas; African Americans in camp ("…it is very wicked the way that the soldiers dos abuse them…"); behavior of fellow soldiers in camp; plans to send a picture after he is outfitted with gun and...
GLC02739.011
4 April 1863
He was detailed and had to leave the 79th to work a twelve pound brass cannon in the 20th Ohio Battery. He does not feel in any more danger as "I can dodge a shell or canon ball some times but a musket ball I can not." The battery consists of two...
GLC02739.045
28 May 1864
William Lloyd and Co. (Richmond, Va.), fl. 1861-1865
Daily Richmond examiner. [Vol. 18, no. 77 (May 28, 1864)]
List of Casualties of the North Carolina during the Battle of Bermuda Hundred, Press Reports from General Lee's Army, Banks escape from Alexandria, Louisiana, Yankee Warfare is becoming desperate as they burn all the mills, factories, and residences...
GLC05959.72.112
10 February 1865
Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865
Describes the extension of lines across Hatches run with fortifications. Mentions the suffering of men on line in extreme weather, especially the wounded. Relates a story of an agreement between a "Reb" and a "Yank" to meet between the pickets to cut...
GLC03523.18.49
6 November 1862
J.A. Cowardin & Co., (publishers), fl. 1853-1880
Daily dispatch. [Vol. 23, no. 108 (November 6, 1862)]
The Federals in Galveston, the English press on Lincoln's last Proclamation, Affairs in Memphis, Execution of Deserters.
GLC05959.56.115
7 December 1864
Cushing, Edward H., 1829-1879
Houston tri-weekly telegraph. [Vol. 30, no. 179, whole no. 3843 (December 7, 1864)]
Sherman is devasting the country, Hood's army occupies Waynesboro.
GLC05959.54.14
2 September 1861
Daily Richmond examiner. [Vol. 14, no. 159 (September 2, 1861)]
General Beauregard's official report of the Battle of Bull Run on the 18th of July, Capture of Fort Hatteras, Important movement about Washington.
GLC05959.72.003
5 January 1863
Edwards, Oliver, 1835-1904
to Eunice Lombard Edwards
Writes to his mother from head quarters, 37th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteers. Notes that he was recently on picket duty on the Rappahannock River, one hundred yards from enemy pickets: "they seemed greatly to enjoy the reading of Jeff Davises'...
GLC02163.05
11 March 1864
Daily Richmond examiner. [Vol. 17, no. 307 (March 11, 1864)]
Regulations of foreign commerce - the exportation of cotton & tobacco.
GLC05959.72.064
29 January 1792
Peirce, Joseph, 1745-1828
Thanks Knox for his attention to his son, especially for his help in getting his son a job with General [Benjamin] Lincoln. Discusses taxation on estates and refers to General [Henry] Jackson and Colonel [Benjamin] Hichborn (may be alluding to the...
GLC02437.05301
7 March 1790
Sherburne, Henry, 1748-1824
Thanks Knox for sending his application to President Washington and also informs him that the Rhode Island state convention adjourned without discussing the question of whether or not to adopt the Constitution. Writes that "[t]his Extraordinary Step...
GLC02437.04533
21 February 1784
to Baron von Steuben
Refers to a recent letter from Steuben transmitting papers from General [Jethro] Sumner of North Carolina. Discusses matters pertaining to the Society of the Cincinnati, referring to an upcoming meeting in May at Philadelphia. Writes that many...
GLC02437.02961
May 11, 1862
Morris, Wilmor W., fl. 1861-1862
to: John Morris.
Wilmor's regiment lost many men at Williamsburg, but the Confederates lost twice as many and "left in a hurry." The road between Yorktown and Williamsburg is strewn with "guns, wagons, knives, clothing of all kinds." He is using "secesh paper" and...
GLC06451.048
16 October 1862
Pinckney, Henry Laurens, 1794-1863
Tri-weekly mercury. [Vol. 81, no. 11, 579 (October 16, 1862)]
Battle of Corinth, Drilling Negro Regiments, Description of the Confederate Seal, Yankee Force in Middle Tennessee, The Campaign in Maryland, Yankee Atrocities in Florida, The Battle Between Bragg and Buell, .Confederate States Diploamcy, McClellan...
GLC05959.44.22
circa 1880-1890
Volck, Adalbert John, 1828-1912
Prayer in Stonewall Jackson's tent
Depicts a scene of quiet piety and great reverence in an army camp. Shows most of the men with their heads bowed in prayer, some weeping. Stonewall Jackson, a man known for his great religiosity, appears to be delivering a sermon to the men. Also...
GLC00493.24
Counterfeit Confederate notes publicly offered for sale in the "City of Brotherly Love"
Depicts a disreputable fellow, cigarette in mouth, motioning toward a broker's office which bears a sign that reads: "Counterfeit Confederate Treasury Notes for Sale. Soldiers under orders to the South supplied with lots to suit at reasonable rates."...
GLC00493.25
January 1862
Redmond, Dennis, fl. 1856-1865
Southern cultivator. [Vol. 20, no. 1 (January, 1862)]
The Private Soldier, Financial Crash in the North, Their Loss of National Position by the Craven Surrender of Mason & Slidell. A shift in agriculture requires corn to be an important Southern crop, while another editorial suggested that provisions be...
GLC05959.11.03
28 September 1863
Hale, E.J., 1802-1880
Fayetteville observer. [Vol. 43, no. 2417 (September 28, 1863)]
The Battle of Chattanooga - Reports Indecisive, The Mexican Question, English Opinion, Attack on Sabine Pass Reported, Maximilian Has Accepted the Mexican Throne, Battle of Chickamauga Great Success, Reported Treaty Between France & CS in Northern...
GLC05959.34.16
3 January 1863
A.S. Willington & Co., fl. 1861-1864
Charleston daily courier. [Vol. 61, no. 19,356 (January 3, 1863)]
Dispatch from Gen. Bragg to Gen. Beauregard, Confederates Attack Rosecrans' Army, The French Army in Mexico, Brilliant victory in Tennessee, near Murfreesboro, Dispatch from Gov. Harris, The French Army in Mexico, Gun-Boats for the Japanese, South...
GLC05959.37.11
1 January 1864
Charleston daily courier. [Vol. 62, no. 19,655 (January 1, 1864)]
Siege of Charleston, General Bragg Offers to Serve as General Johnston's Chief-of-Staff, General Buckner to Take Command of All the Cavalry in the Dept. of Tennessee, General John Morgan Second in Command, general Banks Received by Mexicans.
GLC05959.37.16
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