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Published by the War Department and printed by the Government Printing Office. Orders are for 1867, but the book was published in 1868. Name on spine: "C.E. Morse." Contains 84 page Index of General Orders at the front of the book. Orders No. 1-104...

GLC08646.09

General Orders

Published by the War Department and printed by the Government Printing Office. Orders are for 1869, the same year it was published. Contains 35 page index of names and subjects at the front of the book. Spine says "C.Q.M.O. Dept. Platte. Alex J...

GLC08646.10

to Eliakim P. Scammon

Marked cypher at top. Brigadier General Kelley writes to Brigadier General Scammon discussing the journey of General William Woods Averell from Beverly to Lewisburg, West Virginia. States he is taking 10 days of rations. Advises that Scammon give...

GLC02414.171

to Colonel

Asks if an arrangement he handled was satisfactory to the Colonel (possibly Eliakim P. Scammon?) because he has not heard anything yet. Addressed to "Col".

GLC02414.172

to Eliakim P. Scammon

Hutchins, the Deputy Aid of Revenue, writes to General Scammon of the 23rd Ohio asking if he will give a William Lowry permission to "peddle beyond our lines" near Hawks Nest. States that he has detained this man and asks if Scammon feels he is...

GLC02414.173

to Eliakim P. Scammon

Writes to Brigadier General Scammon of the 23rd Ohio telling him to start out tomorrow and advises him to stop at Camp Piatt, West Virginia, on the way. Signature is somewhat illegible but possibly Dr. Kellogg.

GLC02414.174

to Eliakim P. Scammon

First telegram is written from Gauley, West Virginia by Hayes advising that they will try to keep ready but that three companies are at Tompkins Farm. The second telegram is written by Reuben L. Nye, Captain and Judge Advocate to Scammon asking if...

GLC02414.175

Inventory of furniture

List of furniture in the General's Office, the Quarter Master's Office, the dining room, and the kitchen. Lists items like tables, sofa, plates, soup tureen, salt cellars, etc. and also three beds with bedding. No date. List is the same as GLC 2414...

GLC02414.177

Inventory of furniture belonging to Mrs. Manson

List of furniture and utensils belonging to a Mrs. Manson that was retained for the use of the 3rd Provisional Brigade, General Eliakim P. Scammon's unit. Lists furniture and other items in the General's office, Quarter Master's Office, dining room...

GLC02414.178

Inventory of furniture and utensils belonging to Mrs. Manson-retained for the use of the 3rd Prov Brigade

List of furniture and utensils belonging to a Mrs. Manson that was retained for the use of the 3rd Provisional Brigade, Colonel Eliakim Scammon's unit. Lists furniture and other items with the number of each and the value. List is the same as GLC...

GLC02414.179

[Bill of sundries for Mrs. Tyre]

"List of property taken from Mrs. E.A. Tyre --- at different times, since the 15th of November 1861 by the 3rd Provl Brigade." Lists includes one horse, 20 sheep, 6 hogs, wagons, wheat, flax and other sundries. Eliakim P. Scammon was Colonel of the...

GLC02414.180

to Seth Williams

Recommends three Colonels for promotion to Brigadier General and two Brigadier Generals for promotion to Major General. One of the officers he recommends is Colonel Nelson Appleton Miles.

GLC02462.09.01

to Sister Mamie

Mentions receipt of socks, gloves and diary from home. References Battle of Fredericksburg, Union Commander William S. Rosecrans and the Battle of Murfreesboro. Also comments on General W. T. Brooks' thoughts on the 2nd Regiment and their courage...

GLC03523.18.02

to Sister Mamie

Provides an illustration and description of Union and Confederate battle formations including skirmish lines, lines of battle for infantry, batteries, and reserves. Mentions his promotion to orderly sergeant, and details the duties associated with...

GLC03523.18.03

to Sister Mamie

Discusses the Second Battle of Fredericksburg and the death of his tent mate who was "shot dead after we gained the [Marye's] heights." Wishes "the President would put his conscription in force for one million of men…and make putting down the...

GLC03523.18.04

to Sister Mamie

Expresses his disappointment over Hooker's decision to attend a ball at the headquarters of General A. P. Howe. Provides a full description of a brigade dress-parade.

GLC03523.18.05

to parents

Requests that his parents collect his town bounty from the town treasury. Encourages them to move and open a store in West Lebanon, New Hampshire. Also includes a quote from David Crocket: "be sure you are right then go ahead." Comments on the...

GLC03523.18.06

to mother

Provides orderly duties and specific orders received from Captain Orville Bixby. Details work including the completion of muster rolls and vouchers. Mentions clothing, books and monthly returns. Inquires about town bounty, state pay, and the opening...

GLC03523.18.07

to mother

Expresses confidence in General Ulysses S. Grant's current plans and prays that "God may grant that this campaign may end this Hydra headed rebellion and cause the people of the south to see the error of their ways and return to their aliegance."...

GLC03523.18.08

to parents

Describes fighting during Wilderness Campaign and the death of Captain Orville Bixby. Lists casualties and includes a description of battle. Praises and gives thanks to God for sparing his life during fighting, and provides an account of being...

GLC03523.18.09

to parents

Discusses "very hard fighting" in recent battles, and lists the names of the men from the regiment killed in action. Most likely referencing the battle of Spotsylvania Courthouse that occurred on 12 May, though this is not indicated in the letter...

GLC03523.18.10

Daily Richmond examiner. [Vol. 18, no. 22 (March 24, 1864)]

The situation at Chattanooga, A spectacle - Burnside and his self-importance - Burnside before the war and after the war - the consequence of a little glory.

GLC05959.72.068

Richmond weekly enquirer. [Vol. 7, no. 22 (August 28, 1861)]

Mr. Russell's letter to the London "Times" - The defeat at Manassas, Effect of the retreat from Bull Run in England, The protest of the Democratic members of the New Hampshire Legislature against appropriations for a war against the South.

GLC05959.73.01

Richmond weekly enquirer. [Vol. 7, no. 25 (September 18, 1861)]

The Nuetrality of Kentucky, The Troops at Manassas, The forward movement of General Lee's Army.

GLC05959.73.02

Richmond weekly enquirer. [Vol. 7, no. 27 (October 2, 1861)]

The War in Kentucky - Proclamation from General Johston, The Potomac cannonade, The Lexington victory, Rumored Battle at Paducah - General A. Sidney Johson in Command.

GLC05959.73.03

Richmond weekly enquirer. [Vol. 7, no. 28 (October 9, 1861)]

The Battle of Lexington, October 9 Battle at Greenbriar River.

GLC05959.73.04

Richmond weekly enquirer. [Vol. 7, no. 29 (October 16, 1861)]

Victory at Pensacola.

GLC05959.73.05

Richmond weekly enquirer. [Vol. 7, no. 32 (November 6, 1861)]

2nd engagement at Leesburg, General Scott trying to supersede General McClellan, Casualty list of Battle of Leesburg.

GLC05959.73.06

Richmond weekly enquirer. [Vol. 7, no. 33 (November 13, 1861)]

Battle of Belmont - Victory, Enemy completely routed, Fight at Fort Walker & Port Royal.

GLC05959.73.07

Richmond weekly enquirer. [Vol. 7, no. 34 (November 20, 1861)]

President Lincoln as seen by a friend, General Johnston's order to the Army of the Potomac, Confederate force on the eastern shore of Maryland, Confederate victory near Springfield, Missouri.

GLC05959.73.08

Richmond weekly enquirer. [Vol. 7, no. 34 (November 27, 1861)]

The capture of our ministers to France & England (Trent Affair), Confederate victory near Jacksonboro, Skirmish near Falls Church.

GLC05959.73.09

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 118, whole no. 3659 (May 17, 1861)]

Effects of the Blockade, Letter from Harper's Ferry.

GLC05959.74.01

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 133, whole no. 3674 (June 4, 1861)]

Fight at Fairfax, Virginia confirmed.

GLC05959.74.02

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 180, whole no. 3721 (June 30, 1861)]

Battle of Manassas, Northern accounts, some of them reporting victory.

GLC05959.74.03

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 182, whole no. 3723 (August 1, 1861)]

Effect of the Battle in Maryland, Account of Manassas.

GLC05959.74.04

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 184, whole no. 3725 (August 3, 1861)]

McCulloch's victory of Lyon at Springfield, Missouri.

GLC05959.74.05

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 185, whole no. 3726 (August 5, 1861)]

Particulars of the Battle of Manassas.

GLC05959.74.06

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 188, whole no. 3729 (August 8, 1861)]

The attack at Aquia Creek, Fighting in Missouri.

GLC05959.74.07

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 191, whole no. 3732 (August 12, 1861)]

The Battle of Bull Run, Burning of Hampton by Confederate Troops.

GLC05959.74.09

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 193, whole no. 3734 (August 14, 1861)]

General McDowell's official report of the Battle of Manassas.

GLC05959.74.10

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 195, whole no. 3736 (August 16, 1861)]

The surrender of Colonel Pegram's command at Beverly, The fight in Missouri, Fighting at Aquia Creek, From Richmond - reported attempt to land Lincolnites at Aquia Creek - repulsed by forces, The Capture of the Mississippi steamer B.P. Cheney.

GLC05959.74.11

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 197, whole no. 3738 (August 19, 1861)]

Lincoln issued a proclamtion that all commercial intercourse with the seceded states is unlawlful, all travel from North & South is interdicted.

GLC05959.74.12

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 199, whole no. 3740 (August 21, 1861)]

Congress passes a bill on finances & revenues of the Confederate government.

GLC05959.74.13

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 203, whole no. 3744 (August 26, 1861)]

The Pawnee again vanquished, Petersburg Light Dragoons - Change of Quarters.

GLC05959.74.14

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 210, whole no. 3751 (September 3, 1861)]

Senator Wilson on the Battle of Stone Bridge, General Beauregard's official report on the Bull Run engagement on July 18, Report of the capture of Hatteras by Butler.

GLC05959.74.15

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 211, whole no. 3752 (September 4, 1861)]

Text presented to General Beauregard by friends in Charleston, articles complete with thanks from the General (Signed in Type), The explosion of the Union Powder Mills at New Durham, New Hampshire, Treatment of prisoners at Fort Lafayette, Loss of...

GLC05959.74.16

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 215, whole no. 3756 (September 9, 1861)]

Bombardment and capture of Fort's Clark and Hatteras, The Privateer "Sumter," her true history, Remarkable audacity of the Confederates at Munson's Hill, Kentucky invaded by the Yankee's - The Town of Paducah Cpatured, From Missouri - The Fight at...

GLC05959.74.17

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 225, whole no. 3766 (September 20, 1861)]

Battle in West Virginia,.

GLC05959.74.18

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 226, whole no. 3767 (September 21, 1861)]

Authentic account of engagement of General Floyd near Carnifax Ferry.

GLC05959.74.19

Daily express. [Vol. 11, no. 227, whole no. 3768 (September 23, 1861)]

Thrilling and patriotic appeal by General Buckner to the freemen of Kentucky, Lexington attacked by General Price.

GLC05959.74.20