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14 July 1908
Booth, Thomas R., fl. 1861-1908
to Acting Commisioner (J.L Davenport)
Booth refers to a mistake in the paperwork says he was a medical cadet in the army. This was not the case, however.
GLC03347.52
20 July 1908
to J.L. Davenport
Booth does his best to answer to answer the questions regarding the position he held as clerk in the adjutant's office.
GLC03347.54
Handwritten version of GLC02247.56. Booth does his best to answer to answer the questions regarding the position he held as clerk in the adjutant's office.
GLC03347.55
9 December 1914
Wolle, Fred J., fl. 1914
to Thomas R. Booth
Wolle tells Booth that he has often been in his thoughts. It must have been a greta comfort to that Booth could be with his mother. Unfortunatly, health and distance kept him apart.
GLC03347.57
1828
R., fl. 1828
to Mr. Clement
On the recent death of Chief Justice Booth. He provides a tribute.
GLC03347.58
October 1852
E.V.L.B., fl. 1852
Palmyra, Missouri
Nature scene. Copied from an engraving by E.V.L.B
GLC03347.59
1861-1877
Obituary for Margaret J. Rodney Booth
Booth's widow. A partial manuscript copy is included.
GLC03347.60
30 January 1856
Booth, H., fl. 1855-1856
The cold weather has made his hands terribly chapped and it is difficult for him to write. He gives the news of family and friends like Julia, Brandy, Maria and Liz.
GLC03347.61
12 August 1859
The author passed along his proposal to Dr. Spottswood. When he has something definite to tell him about the the sale of his house Booth will be informed. His sisters found out a nurse they know has scarlet fever.
GLC03347.62
28 November 1859
The house cannot be sold at this time. It would be better to rent it. The author gives news of family and friends including upcoming weddings.
GLC03347.63
20 May 1862
Marshall, R.M., fl. 1862
When they last talked he was stationed in Brazil . After three years he took passage with a vessel to Singapore and then went on to Bombay. He finally got a raise and a promotion. He briefly describes India.
GLC03347.64
11 August 1857
Fairfax, E.V., fl. 1857
He is referring to taking the estimate for something. He mentions the different sections associated with the project.
GLC03347.74
23 November 1865
Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916
to darling Cherry
He notes that it is more expensive there than in New York. They are having problems with the monasteries there. They want to shut them down and open up free schools. He describes some of the characters in the streets.Written in Cadiz Harbor
GLC08284.075
14 August 1866
He further describes the Queluz Palace including a chapel, many paintings and a fountain. Written in Lisbon Harbor
GLC08284.076
9 August 1866
The first letter describing the Royal Palace of Queluz. In particular, the Grand Salon is mentioned. More tapestries and paintings are described. Written in Lisbon Harbor
GLC08284.077
27 July 1866
He talks about bull fighting in Portugal. He uses very flowery language to describe an entire fight. He makes special note of "the way the negroes fight the bull." Written in Lisbon Harbor
GLC08284.078
20 July 1866
He talks of grave matters like life insurance and of buying her a burial lot and coffin. The French battle ships are there now. He is reading up on Spanish history. Written in Lisbon Harbor
GLC08284.079
6 July 1866
He describes his Fourth of July. They weren't allowed to fire a salute so the Portuguese flag ship had to do it for them, which he describes as humiliating. Written in Lisbon Harbor
GLC08284.080
29 June 1866
He mentions the large number of Spanish refugees. He also describes a place called the Passeio Publico where he goes to hear live music. Apparently the king goes there and smokes his cigar. Written in Lisbon Harbor
GLC08284.081
15 June 1866
He talks of money matters and warns her there is no telling when they might return. He mentions Dr. Shaw, a female surgeon Written in Lisbon Harbor
GLC08284.082
14 May 1866 - 12 June 1866
They climbed a moutain to visit the Pena Castle. And then they saw the remains of a monastery. Afterwards they visit a villa called Montserrat owned by an Englishman. Next they went to the Royal Palace of Cintra. He provides lavish descriptions...
GLC08284.083
3 October 1864
He tries to figure out when would be the most ideal time for him to come home. She has been making baby blankets for others and he praises her as a benefactor.
GLC08284.084
He mentions the influx of court martials lately. He also talks about the upcoming election and how the NY troops will support Lincoln absolutely. He mentions her Aunt Chara.
GLC08284.085
21 August 1864
He gives advice on how to deal with their son who has most likely been spoiled by her parents. He refers to Lotty Peck.
GLC08284.086
6 December 1863
The ship was so crowded that they had to build an office and quarters for him. He hopes Grnat will be marching into Charleston soon.
GLC08284.087
12 December 1866
He attended a reception of Queen Isabella. He then tells the story of a Mrs. Mallard the wife of a Master Mallard of the ship. He wanted her to go home with him so he smuggled her into his room, but the officers eventually found out. Written in...
GLC08284.088
11 December 1866
They were supposed to have sailed that morning if it weren't for the fog. They will be leaving Lisbon. He thinks they should be in Boston sometime in January. Written in Lisbon Harbor
GLC08284.089
2 December 1866
They are now bound for home. He mentions a few officers from the other vessels whose company he has greatly enjoyed. He advises her to discipline their son. Written in Lisbon Harbor
GLC08284.090
24 November 1866
An acquaintance went into the shoe manufacturing business but the Great Portland fire burnt up his business. The railroad that is to connect Lisbon with Madrid has been completed. Written in Lisbon Harbor
GLC08284.091
20 November 1866
The only attraction he notes is Italian opera. The Portuguese are obsessed with Faust. It is also the only cheap thing to do and the only thing he does frequently. He advises her on how to steer Jimmy clear of bad companions. Written in Lisbon Harbor
GLC08284.092
8 November 1866
He attends a lavish naval funeral and describes the reception of the American expedition in Russia. He tells the story of the chief engineer of a party who lost his cap. Written in Lisbon Harbor
GLC08284.093
30 October 1866
He describes more landmarks. He has a fondness for Portuguese and French institutions and describes the museum of anatomy, the zoological museum, Pantheon, the Luxembourg Palace and Versailles. Written in Lisbon Harbor
GLC08284.094
26 September 1866
He explored the two city cemetaries. He describes them in great detail including the coffins and tombs of royalty. Written in Lisbon Harbor
GLC08284.095
21 September 1866
They may get to Boston later than he originally said. He thinks it would be better for her to live at home than travel around europe because it would be much more expensive. Written in Lisbon Harbor
GLC08284.096
7 September 1866
He tells her it is her business to stay home and take care of her baby. He suspects they may have ordered the ship home because their intention is to send the ship to the East Indies. He also tells her to spend the winter with Annie and David...
GLC08284.097
31 August 1866
He describes the Corrida de Leroz. Then he goes on to talk about bullfighting again. He is sorry to hear about her throat. He visits Badajoz, an old city in Spain. They also go to Alameda. Bullfighting is a theme that runs throughout the letter...
GLC08284.098
Sketch of family ransacking a chest of drawers
Other side features anecdote about sketch.
GLC08284.099
Fassett, fl. 1860
Mrs. Eugene C. Long
GLC08284.100
20 January 1864
to my darling wife
He is worried about Jimmy's weak limbs and advises his wife on how to deal with it. He explored Morris Island.
GLC08284.101
26 September 1864
He has been sick with a headache and has been vomiting. He talks at length about disciplining Jimmy and how to deal with her parents who have other ideas on how to raise him.
GLC08284.102
22 September 1864
He spends a great deal of time praising his wife for the majority of the letter.
GLC08284.103
26 June 1863
They are patiently awaiting orders. He includes a sketch of a ship.
GLC08284.104
30 March 1879 - 19 June 1879
Wait, James, fl. 1879
Daily log, included within a letter
He is sorry for the death of Mrs. Chase. Everyone on board his ship is sick including the doctor so he is running the medical department. He tells the story of their rocky journey. Rest of manuscript reads like a daily log.
GLC08284.105
to Angel Darling (wife)
He regrets that he could not be with her during their boy's most important years of growth. He is glad she got a reliable stove though it is a poor subsitute for a husband.
GLC08284.106
to Darling Lovely Little Wife
Another letter of praise for his wife. He wishes he were there with her and imagines her sitting on his lap. He says she has a way with words that he does not.
GLC08284.107
5 January 1864
to my darling Wife
He has received her letter in which she tells him Jimmy has been ill. He wants to know all the details and whether he has now recovered. He tells her to talk to doctor and find out all the various causes.
GLC08284.108
to my darling little Angel (wife)
He can't stand the thought of her needing him especially as he needs her. He is so isolated and kept apart from his wife and child. He asks her to write about herself more than anyone else.
GLC08284.109
28 May 1865
The Secretary of the Navy finally arrived, as well as the steamer Clyde with Jefferson Davis on board. Later he went on board the Santiago de Cuba and was introduced to the ladies of the party. Written at Charleston Harbor.
GLC08284.110
9 March 1865
He tries to give her words of encouragement towards being strong and happy apart from him. He then proceeds to sing her praises, as she has always done more than he anticipated as a wife. Written at Charleston Harbor.
GLC08284.111
14 February 1879
to Father (Horatio Wait)
He trying to decide whether or not a life at sea is for him. He describes the food. He visits a ship called the Three Brothers and sketches part of it in the margin. He tells the story of a horse going overboard.
GLC08284.112
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