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to Miller A. Wright

Augustus warns Miller about the promotion process in the military. He urges Miller to make sure that he will be better qualified than other officers, for even if some were of lower rank, they could still be promoted over his head. To this end, he...

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to Miller A. Wright

Soldier that was under Miller's command. Jake is "truly glad to hear" from Miller, but has "nothing in the way of news." He writes that the company is anxious to see Miller.

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to Miller A. Wright

Pass for a furlough to Rome, GA for 17 days. Written at Provost Marshall's Office.

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to Miller A. Wright

Augustus had planned on visiting Atlanta, but decided against it. He inquires as to Miller's wellbeing,and warns him to be careful. He says that Miller in a "place of great danger," and urges him to watch what he says around other people. Again...

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to Miller A. Wright

My lost coz.," she begins. "I can not imagine where you are or why you do not write to me." She asks whether the "Yankees" got him, or if he is saving all of his words for others. She heard that Miller is getting married, and is mildly upset at...

GLC02691.11.045

to Miller A. Wright

Military orders from a higher ranking officer. The precise content, however, is indeterminate. Faded ink has rendered this letter nearly illegible.

GLC02691.11.046

to Private Hendrix

Leave of absence given by Miller to a private Hendrix.

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to Judge Baker

Letter of endorsement written on behalf of Miller A. Wright.

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to Miller A. Wright

[cousin]. [bottom section of the page missing]. Flora has been afraid to send a letter for fear that it will get contaminated with smallpox. Her sister will no longer eat any meat for fear of the disease. The war has jaded her. Sometimes she...

GLC02691.11.050

to Miller A. Wright

[sister] Though the only signature that appears on this letter is that of Thomson A. Sharpshire, the writing is in the same hand as another sent to Miller from his sister. However, it does not match the handwriting of another of Miller's sisters, M...

GLC02691.11.053

to Frank E. Burke

Mr. Taylor informs Mr. Burke that General Lee cannot approve the transfer of any man without consultation of commanding officers, and further review of military regulations. There is no specific reference to a soldier whose status may be in question...

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to Miller A. Wright

The salutation refers to Miller as Lieutenant Colonel. He is ordered to "proceed immediately" to the command of Brigadier General Gardner on "official business".

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to Miller A. Wright

Letter from a higher ranking friend who would like to be met at the train station should all go according to plan in the interim.

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to Miller A. Wright

Letter concerning military conscription.

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to Miller A. Wright

Unnumbered special order. Miller is ordered to take command of a captain's company and march it to Mississippi.

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to Miller A. Wright

Letter detailing Mr. Burke's progress in conscripting soldiers for a new company.

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to Miller A. Wright

Augustus is returning from Richmond, where he is a confederate legislator. He mentions a conscription bill (related to #60). Augustus says that he approved it very bitterly. According to his account, it had been amended a great deal since it was...

GLC02691.11.062

to Miller A. Wright

Official notice to Miller of his status as aide-de-camp to the Governor, and of his new rank of Colonel.

GLC02691.11.064

to Miller A. Wright

Military pass to travel to another camp for the day.

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to Miller A. Wright

[quoted in entirety] "I have just returned to camp, saved you a letter from your brother, am tired and hungry, think I will invite myself over to take tea with- Will see you this evening and tell you about my trip".

GLC02691.11.066

to Andrew Johnson

Miller has been taken captive by the Union authorities. Stewart is writing to Johnson so as to bring the man and his circumstance to Johnson's attention, testifying to Miller's accomplishments and strong character.

GLC02691.11.067

to my dearest uncle [Miller A. Wright]

[niece] Judging by the handwriting, it is probable that it is a young girl. Presumably it is written to Miller A. Wright, though his name does not appear anywhere on the letter. Sentimental description of home life. Mother is making Grandpa a...

GLC02691.11.068

to brother George

[quoted in entirety] "The bearer Col. Wright-I learned today is about to be sent to Johnson's Island as prisoner of war-from what I learn of officers here, he is entitled to more consideration than most confederate officers. Any kindnesses bestowed...

GLC02691.11.069

to my dear brother [Miller A. Wright]

Personal letter from sister describing activities of various family members at home, and hoping that all is going well in the field. Among those mentioned is Miller's niece Octavia, author of item #67.

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to my dear brother [Miller A. Wright]

Invitation to call at the room of Mr. Leonard. Included are directions to reach it

GLC02691.11.071

to Colonel R.M. Savoyer

Letter of support and recommendation. Everts speaks very highly of both Miller and his father, Augustus. Miller has received a full pardon from the President. Both have received letters of recommendation from several prominent officials...

GLC02691.11.073

to Miller A. Wright

Part of a business proposition. The two men had actually had some correspondence before. This letter specifies the type of permit Miller will need to obtain in order to procure "goods" that Mr. Noble will be supplying. The "goods" will be sent to...

GLC02691.11.074

[calculations]

Written on an auction house ledger. Several simple calculations fill the reverse.

GLC02691.11.075

to Miller A. Wright

The salutation reads "Dear Nephew." Moses is helping Miller go into business. He writes briefly here to ensure that he reaches Miller, as he may not see his nephew for a few days.

GLC02691.11.076

to Miller A. Wright

Wilson misses Miller a good deal

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to Captain P. Haughten

Haughten is directed to offer Miller "all the assistance he may desire within your power" and to aid Miller in "obtaining information."

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to Miller A. Wright

The tax on tobacco has become fifty cents. Wilson went to see Green Adams, but missed him. He will try again the next day.

GLC02691.11.080

to Miller A. Wright

Wilson discusses the latest developments on tobacco, as well as other news. He mentions that he wants to see what course General Lee takes before he does anything. It is unclear exactly what he means by this.

GLC02691.11.081

to Miller A. Wright

Wilson is without a doubt a staunch confederate. He hears of the death of Miller's uncle, which saddens him. He likens the union troops that "brought about the present state of affairs" to "devils." He suggests, by the fall of the Confederacy...

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[Henry Clay of Ashland and Ida S. White of Tennessee]

Signatures on same page

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Harriet Beecher Stowe

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Kate Chase

Note to U. A. L. Greshaw with envelope

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J. Barnes

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J. Barnes

Note written in pencil on recto: "Night Lincoln was killed "Our American Cousin," Ford's Theater."

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U. S. Grant III

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James Turner

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B. R. Gowen

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Samuel Williams

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J. T. Mercer

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A. L. Russell

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John Pellen

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Natt Cead

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W. S. Mouler

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Solomon Phillip

Mayor of Annapolis

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T. Faxton

Mayor of Utica, New York

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