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30 April 1867
Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902
to Harriet W. Dewey
He met several of his mother's relatives in Natchez. The Carpenters, mainly. He and Mrs. Carpenter had a grand time.
GLC02161.158
7 May 1867
He asks her to pay the enclosed. He will send the balance later.
GLC02161.159
21 May 1867
David, W., fl. 1867
Special Orders No. 18
Dewey is ordered to go to New Orleans.
GLC02161.160
26 May 1867
to Mary "Mollie" McLean
He describes Camp Vinde. It has been run down since 1861 but could be revived. The third page is a sketch of Camp Vinde.
GLC02161.161
11 October 1868
Strong, Mary E., fl. 1868
to father
He appreciates his friends but they could never take the place of his family. He thanks his father for the allowance. His doctor tells him not to do so much climbing. He refers to his sister's deferred marriage.
GLC02161.162
15 October 1867
Steele, O.G., fl. 1867
[Certificate of ownership of cemetery plot]
This is to certify that Dewey owns a cemetary plot.
GLC02161.163
15 December 1868
Dewey, Squire P., fl. 1859-1879
to Norman R. Dewey
He didn't realize the holidays were so close because his mind was on the recent earthquake. He had intended to go to the south of Italy or France but ended up staying there
GLC02161.164
24 October 1873
Sauboru & Clark, fl. 1873
to Nathan Curtice
His demand against the recipient was left by Joseph Moulton for collection
GLC02161.165
5 August 1879
He mentions that their father may have been wounded during the war. He wants details however. In what capacity did he serve and under whose command.
GLC02161.166
16 March 1886
Parker, William A., fl. 1864
[Record of marriage of Harriet W. Robinson and Norman R. Dewey]
Official marriage record with signature of witnesses.
GLC02161.167
29 August 1888
to Mary E. Blossom
He talks about paying the mortgage and getting out of debt. He received a favor from his niece and he is paying her back.
GLC02161.168
4 March 1898
Chase, Horace G., fl. 1898
to John R. Sherman
He has enclosed the bill against his mother's estate. It includes all fees and monies he advanced in defending suits against the stockholders of the First National Bank.
GLC02161.169
6 April 1863
Rex, George, fl. 1861-1877
[hospital record]
A surgeon requests a Descriptive List for Private Samuel Sutton from the Commander of the Seventh Regiment, Rhode Island Volunteers
GLC02750.144
14 February 1865
Breckinridge, John C. (John Cabell), 1821-1875
Communication of the secretary of War... Feb. 14, 1865 [Transmitted with:] Message of the President..Feb. 15, 1865.
GLC06745.281
17 January 1863
Seddon, James A. (James Alexander), 1815-1880
Communication of the secretary of War... Jan. 17, 1863 [Transmitted with:] Message of the President..Jan. 17, 1863.
GLC06745.284
8 December 1864
Communication of the Secretary of War... Dec. 8, 1864 [Transmitted with:] Message of the President..Dec. 12, 1864.
GLC06745.285
3 November 1864
Report of the Secretary of War
GLC06745.287
10 December 1864
Secret Response of Secretary of War, To the Resolutions of the Senate, Adapted December 5th, 1864, respecting operations under the act of February
GLC06745.288
1 January 1862
Cooper, S., fl. 1865
General Orders No. 1. Adjutant and Inspector General's Office.
GLC06745.289
1 October 1863
General Orders No. 129. Adjutant and Inspector General's Office.
GLC06745.290
2 March 1864
General Orders No. 27. Adjutant and Inspector General's Office.
GLC06745.291
7 March 1864
General Orders No. 30. Adjutant and Inspector General's Office.
GLC06745.292
10 June 1864
General Orders No. 51. Adjutant and Inspector General's Office.
GLC06745.293
8 February 1865
General Orders No. 5. Adjutant and Inspector General's Office.
GLC06745.294
1 February 1865
Wise, Henry A., 1806-1876
Regulations of Wise's Brigade
GLC06745.295
30 January 1865
DeJarnette, C., fl. 1865
The Monroe Doctrine. Speech of Hon. D.C Dejarnette, of Virginia, in the Confederate House of Representatives, January 30th, 1865, pending Negotiations for Peace.
GLC06745.296
27 November 1862
Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865
to Father
He talks about the the threat of destruction toward Fredricksburg unless the Rebels surrender it but as of yet the city is left untouched. he mentions Mr. Whitaker.
GLC07705.116
1 December 1862
Fredricksburg remains in possession of the Rebels and he hopes they will stay where they are for the next few days. He expects the Paymaster soon. The latest General Orders praises the 9th.
GLC07705.117
6 December 1862
He sent a box containing his old uniform to his father, as well as a portfolio, some letters. He heard that Dunyee's zoaves were about seven miles away. There was a grand review of General Sickles division.
GLC07705.118
10 December 1862
They are ordered to cook three days rations and to cross the Fredricksburg river. He discusses his payment details.
GLC07705.119
17 December 1862
He provides a lengthy description of the bombardment of Fredricksburg. The captain got sick so the company was in his command.
GLC07705.120
25 December 1862
He wishes his father a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Their regiment had the duty of picketing the Rappahanock. Brags about his regiment and how everyone knows how splendid they are.
GLC07705.121
1 January 1863
Poem about New Years'.
GLC07705.122
3 January 1863
This time he picketed, he was not on the river bank but in reserve, so he was deprived of the opportunity to crop with another truce flag. His health and wellness continue.
GLC07705.123
7 January 1863
To his surprise found the carpet bag his father had sent was missing items and it appeared as if the lock had been broken.
GLC07705.124
The officers headed by Col. Hawkins were taken to the headquarters of Major Gen. Sumner and Gen. Wilcox as well who praised the 9th regiment.
GLC07705.125
13 January 1863
He mentions that there is a movement started by Col. Hawkins to raise funds to build a monument in Central Park or another suitable place to commemorate the officers that have died in the war.
GLC07705.126
16 January 1863
They have been marching with three days cooked rations and 16 rounds ammunition. Meanwhile their destination is unknown.
GLC07705.127
He thinks the 9th regiment will most likely go on to Richmond. He has not yet caught the carpet bag thief.
GLC07705.128
20 January 1863
He copies out orders from Burnside regarding a meeting with the enemy. He includes a song, "Battle of Fredericksburg, Va."
GLC07705.129
23 January 1863
The rain has delayed their movement.
GLC07705.130
27 July 1944
Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008
to Morris "Moe" Weiner
Sylvia reports that her father has gotten worse, Joe is still in the hospital and Pop is still working.
GLC09414.0336
28 July 1944
Sylvia discusses the books they are reading, and a conversation she had with Olga about Marty.
GLC09414.0337
29 July 1944
Sylvia tells Moe how much she misses him. She also mentions sleeping at her mothers, and talking to her mom about Mads pregnancy.
GLC09414.0338
30 July 1944
Sylvia mentions Ruth and Sammy B., talks of bookkeeping and filing.
GLC09414.0339
31 July 1944
Sylvia mentions a Lillian R. and her parents.
GLC09414.0340
1 August 1944
Sylvia reports that no matter what they do, her father doesn't seem to be improving.
GLC09414.0341
4 August 1944
Sylvia answers the letters she has received from Moe in order.
GLC09414.0342
Sylvia describes a movie she saw, mentions Pepi, Adele, Ann, and parents.
GLC09414.0343
5 August 1944
Sylvia reports that her father has had more "spells", mentions Hy.
GLC09414.0344
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