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01 September 1864
Rodgers, Alden, fl. 1864
names Adeline M. Burpee as executor of Thomas Burpee's estate
Includes newspaper clipping.
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11 October 1864
Hopkins, Caleb, fl. 1864
Receipt of Adeline M. Burpee
She paid $8.90 for fees on the estate of Thomas Burpee.
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20 June 1864
Brown, J.S., fl. 1864
to Mrs. Thomas Burpee
Letter announcing that he is sending her husband's commission along with some letters.
GLC02744.209
23 June 1864
Fowler, Frank, fl. 1864
He is writing to tell her he sending the key to her husband's chest which contained his clothing and some other property.
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12 February 1863
De Kay, Drake, fl. 1863
Grants Burpee a leave of absence
Assistant Adjutant General grants Burpee a leave of absence for health reasons
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11 April 1864
Ramsay, George Douglas, 1802-1882
Circular No. 17
Circular informing commanding officers to complete a blank form on the history between March 1, 1863 to September 30, 1863.
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30 April 1864
Balch, George Beall, 1821-1908
to Thomas F. Burpee
One of his ordinances has been referred to the 2nd auditor for settlement.
GLC02744.249
22 September 1864
Townsend, E. D. (Edward Davis), 1817-1893
Circular No. 75
Outlines when soldiers are entitled to their commissions and promotions.
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6 March 1864
Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864
to Charles W. Burpee
He writes that his horse's foot is doing better. Jeffrey would like to see him and his brother. glad they are all safe and warm.
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to Lucien Burpee
He describes the scenery and daily life. He asks him about school and tells him to always help his mother and to become a good Christian man.
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27 June 1864
He writes he received her letter regarding her husband's possessions. He will do his best. He must decide what to do with his horse. He sends his condolences.
GLC02744.211
6 July 1864
Adams & Co. (Express company)
mail receipt her husbands possessions
This is for one box
GLC02744.212
2nd mail receipt her husbands possessions
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28 June 1864
He writes that he will box up her husbands' items in 2 boxes to be sent express. Also found some money in his wallet and will be sending that along to her as well.
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15 July 1864
Department of Virginia and North Carolina
In Memory of Some of the Gallant Dead of this Army...
A catalogue of redoubts and batteries that will be named after dead soldiers
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21 July 1864
Gallup, Ed, fl. 1864
to Mr. Holb
Wondering what to do with the Lieutenant's horse. Attempted to ship it to someone but this person had no use for the horse.
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6 September 1862
Winchell, Chancey, fl. 1864
receipt for the cost of one horse
For $150.
GLC02744.217
Tells the story of how Thomas Burpee died starting with when he was shot to the time he was embalmed.
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1 August 1864
He heard that she was not satisfied with his last letter. writes that while he sufferred he made little complaint. He regrets that he was not with him at the moment of death as he had stepped out to get supper not realizing the end was so near.
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9 October 1864
Trying to explain the high cost of shipping the body home. acting as a kind of middleman. But thinks he ought to be treated better. thinks it is unfair to expect him to pay the bill.
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He is concerned because he has not heard from her. He encloses the key for his carpet bag. Everything else is in the hands of Mr. Gallup.
GLC02744.221
27 April 1865
Richard Burn M.D.
He writes the body was not properly preserved so a fee is not required in that instance. But says she will certainly pay for the coffin and asks for her to send the money.
GLC02744.222
2 October 1866
Buckingham, William A. (William Alfred), 1804-1875
to Thomas W. Thayer
Thayer asks Buckingham to give Mrs. Burpee his kindest and regards and say that he had nothing but the utmost respect for her husband from the time he entered the service.
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25 September 1862 - 23 November 1863
Clapp, Rev. C.W., fl. 1862
3 letters- tells Louise not be anxious about William...
GLC02744.224
4 May 1863
Getty, George Washington, 1819-1901
General Orders, Brigadier General Commanding
Congratulates the troops on their courage and conduct of late. thanks to all who particpated in the recent movement. Written near Suffolk, Virginia.
GLC02744.225
May 1863
Dutton, Art (colonel), fl. 1863
Special Orders, No. 77
Remove immediately to battery Stevens. Lieutenant Edward Gallup placed in arrest for assumption of authority.
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6 May 1863
Dix, Major General, fl. 1863
General Orders, No. 32
Newsletter of sorts congratulating General. Rick on the enemy's retreat to Blackwater. Less than 1500 men were killed.thank yous are extended. Written at Fort Monroe.
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5 May 1863
Foster, Ben B., fl. 1863
General Orders No. 31
He believes that after 23 days of hardship the tides are turning once again. Renewed expressions of confidence and thanks.
GLC02744.228
15 May 1863
Report
Report of the movement of the 21st Regiment, includes extract of general orders no. 28
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15 April 1864
He advises him to make a direct application to Major General Butler in reference to the recruiting of his regiment.
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23 July 1863
Brown, Gno., fl. 1863
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28 May 1863
He heard that the position of hospital steward is vacant. recommending John A Brown for the position.
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16 April 1861
Williams, Joseph D., fl. 1861
General Orders, No. 232
He details the organization of a regiment of infantry made up of volunteers.
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17 January 1861
General Orders, No. 227
How to prevent disloyalty and anarchy. encourage enlistment and discipline.
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1 May 1861
Williams, J.D., fl. 1861-1863
Special Order, No. 12 (for Thomas F. Burpee)
He is ordered to deliver all rifle muskets and equipment in his possession to Col. John M. Hathering and General Van Buren.
GLC02744.235
8 May 1861
General Orders No. 283
volunteers are no longer needed.since the president declined their services they are hereby discharged.
GLC02744.236
If there is an emergency, they will take his offer of service to the governor. They cannot give him any new muskets at this time.
GLC02744.237
20 May 1852
Hibbard, C., fl. 1852
Company Orders 1852, Fifth Regiment, First Brigade
He must give legal warning to members of company who are scheduled to appear on parade at Union Hall in Rockville, May 28th, 1852.
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24 May 1861
Irish, William L., fl. 1861
Paymaster requires complete list of volunteers that were under Thomas Burpee and the number of days they worked.
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4 May 1861
Parbour, N.L., fl. 1861
He requests that Burpee send the commissioned officers to their office as his company will be designated Rifle C. J 5th Reg.
GLC02744.240
23 November 1861
Milligrand, J.S., fl. 1861
Since there is no field officer in the state militia he is required to make his report directly to him.
GLC02744.241
22 April 1861
General Orders, No. 254
How to organize the volunteers that must be accepted and enrolled.
GLC02744.242
28 May 1862
General Orders, No. 26
The commander-in-chief extends his thanks to the Governor's guards and volunteer militia.
GLC02744.243
28 August 1862
Bill for Michael Parker
Parker agrees to pay bill from town bounty
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24 March 1863
Prisley, Stephen, fl. 1863
Certifies that Thomas Burpee is still ill and requires leave of absence
Doctor writes about Burpee's rheumatic fever which will prevent him from working.
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25 May 1863
J.D Williams thanks him for the receipt of his and Major Crosby's report.
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April 30, 1864
Specification of Charges versus Asst. Surgeon J. Tennont
Burpee writes that he left camp to visit the town of Portsmouth without permission.
copy
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original
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15 May 1864
Forbes, A.P., fl. 1864
Invoice of Ordinance and Ordinance Stores
Turned over 7 rounds of elongated ball and packing boxes to Thomas Burpee.
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Copy of 252.
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