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Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Editor, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Newspapers

Thomas describes a march through the mountainous countryside of western Virginia (now West Virginia) and the regiment's observance of Christmas.

Letter From Robert Hanson To Francis P. Porter, Robert Hanson

Harvey Collection Letters

Robert writes that the Brigade is 4 miles in advance of the Army of the Mississippi and without a direct supply line. The Brigade has "played smash" along its route, burning 16 bridges. A Sergeant copes with the death of his son.

Letter From Achsah Lemont To Frank L. Lemont, December 21, 1862, Achsah Lemont

Paul W. Bean Civil War Papers

Letter from Augusta Lemont to her brother Frank L. Lemont, December 21, 1862. In it she expresses her relief that he was not wounded or killed at Fredericksburg but laments that the war seemingly has come to no real conclusion and that all the life lost on the battlefield was a terrible waste. Turning from such grim statements she remarks on the weather and life in Lewiston especially the happy times spent with her friends marveling over some fashion presented by a friend in town.

Taken from the Paul W. Bean Collection, Box no. 277, f.8

Letter From Frank L. Lemont To J.S. Lemont, December 15, 1862, Frank L. Lemont

Paul W. Bean Civil War Papers

Letter from Frank L. Lemont to his mother J.S. Lemont, December 15, 1862. In it he tells of his experience fighting at Fredericksburg and how the regiment during that time failed to take any casualties but yet it still made a deep impression on him and his fellow soldiers forced to take shelter from the enemy cannon fire. Frank also remarks that he cared little for Achsah constantly telling him of marriages and engagements.

Taken from the Paul W. Bean Collection, Box no. 277, f.5

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Francis P. Porter, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas says he would like to see Francis as soon as "Burnside whales the Rebels." He doubts that George is interested in marrying Meda .

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Flavilla Armstrong, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas talks about the food preparation and other conditions in camp and replies to some of Flavilla updates from home.

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To William Armstrong, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas asks for money so he can pay his commisary bill down and pay Lieutenant Black back. He enjoys soldiering, even though it is uncertain when he will be paid again.

Letter From Frank L. Lemont To J.S. Lemont, December 9, 1862, Frank L. Lemont

Paul W. Bean Civil War Papers

Letter from Frank L. Lemont to his mother J.S. Lemont, December 9, 1862. Frank writes his mother wishing her well and hoping to find out more about life in Maine and the status of the family, regretting not being able to be home at such a trying time in his mother's life.

Taken from the Paul W. Bean Collection, Box no. 277, f.5

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Editor, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Newspapers

Thomas details the regiment's three-day march from New Creek to Petersburg, Virginia (now West Virginia).

Letter From George W. Porter To Francis P. Porter, George W. Porter

Harvey Collection Letters

George writes the Regiment has taken many prisoners and he is optimisitc that the war will be over by the first of April. He advises Francis be cautious with Robert Hanson as he is fond of drinking.

Letter From Achsah And J.S. Lemont To Frank L. Lemont, December 7, 1862, Achsah Lemont, J. S. Lemont

Paul W. Bean Civil War Papers

Letter from Acsah Lemont and J.S. Lemont to Frank L. Lemont, December 7, 1862. The bulk of both entries deals mostly with their new life in Lewiston and the culture there. They also discuss the state of the family and the weather, specifically the health of J.S. Lemont regarding a sore on her arm that as yet had not healed by the time they sent this correspondence.

Taken from the Paul W. Bean Collection, Box no. 277, f.8

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To William Armstrong, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas informs his father of recent military intel and an upcoming 'expedition' south.

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Jacob G. Armstrong, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas's regiment has been moving frequently and "drilling considerably" along the way. He laments the casualties of the war so far. He requests supplies from home, including 20 pounds of butter, writing supplies and some boots.

Letter From Robert Hanson To Francis P. Porter, Robert Hanson

Harvey Collection Letters

After routing Rebels at Holly Springs, Robert writes the Brigade is in high spirits in La Grange. He considers the community of freed men near Grand Junction. The 78th has not paid its soldiers in 5 months and holiday furloughs are not likely.

Letter From John W.A. Gillespie To Rev. William Chadwick, John W.A. Gillespie

Harvey Collection Newspapers

After conversing with recently captured rebel soldiers, John voices his disdain for the politics of conciliation that he fears may be gaining momentum among "northern sympathizers." He affirms his desire to see the Confederacy utterly defeated. John compliments the deeds of John A. Logan.

Letter From George W. Porter To Francis P. Porter, George W. Porter

Harvey Collection Letters

George asks Francis about the Porter family's move to Illinois and expresses doubt about leaving the front for home in the current winter. He offers teaching advice to Francis.

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Editor, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Newspapers

The 122nd Regiment travels from Camp Union to New Creek in anticipation of an engagement with Stonewall Jackson. Thomas requests letters from friends.

Letter From Achsah Lemont To Frank L. Lemont, November 16, 1862, Achsah J. Lemont

Paul W. Bean Civil War Papers

Letter from Achsah Lemont to her brother Frank L. Lemont, November 16, 1862. In this letter she discusses his health, their move to a new home, the planting of potatoes, and the death someone known to the Family down in Tennessee.

Taken from the Paul W. Bean Collection, Box no. 277, f.8

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Francis P. Porter, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Letters

Now in New Creek, Thomas is back in the "tented field" and optimistic about the state of the war. His Regiment is bracing for a raid by Stonewall Jackson.

Letter From Robert Hanson To Jacob G. Armstrong, Robert Hanson

Harvey Collection Letters

Robert describes prisoners taken in that he feels surrendered out of exhaustion. He remarks on the complications managing a growing Brigade and the state of some local communities affected by the fighting.

Letter From W.G. Spencer To Armstrong Family, W.G. Spencer

Harvey Collection Letters

W.G. Spencer sends condolences to the Armstrongs regarding Wilbur's death and news about his family; anxieties about the war

Letter From J.S. Lemont To Frank L. Lemont, November 10, 1862, J. S. Lemont

Paul W. Bean Civil War Papers

Letter from J.S. Lemont to her son Frank L. Lemont, November 10, 1862. In it she relates the latest news from home about the family and the community, specifically that one George Merrill died from fever and that his family now mourns his death. Due to this, and the continued preparations for the move to Lewiston it has certainly acted as a bit of black cloud over the family.

Taken from the Paul W. Bean Collection, Box no. 277, f.8

Receipt Book Of The County Clothing Committees Of Ashley, Independence, Prairie, Randolph, Sevier, And White Counties, 1861-1862, Military Board Of Arkansas

Military Board of Arkansas records, 1861-1865

Receipt book of the County Clothing committees of Ashley, Independence, Prairie, Randolph, Sevier, and White Counties.

Receipt Book Of The County Clothing Committees Of Ashley And Union Counties, 1861-1862, Military Board Of Arkansas

Military Board of Arkansas records, 1861-1865

Receipt book of the County Clothing committees of Ashley, Independence, Prairie, Randolph, Sevier, and White Counties.

Letter From Frank L. Lemont To J.S. Lemont, November 7, 1862, Frank L. Lemont

Paul W. Bean Civil War Papers

Letter from Frank L. Lemont to his mother J.S. Lemont, November 7, 1862. In it he encourages his mother and urges her to stay strong through the difficult times, especially in the face of new danger with a potential battle on the horizon near Richmond. He also queries about the little things going on at home and his desire to hear more from his sisters.

Taken from the Paul W. Bean Collection, Box no. 277, f.5

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To William Armstrong, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Letters

Under orders, Thomas asks his father to contact a sutler in Zanesville to transport a cook to the camp

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Jacob G. Armstrong, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas laments returning to "the tented field again"; meeting a company that was at the battles of South Mountain and Antietam; posing for a painted photograph; supplies sent to Robert Hanson.

Letter From Achsah Lemont To Frank L. Lemont, November 2, 1862, Achsah Lemont

Paul W. Bean Civil War Papers

Letter from Achsah to her brother Frank L. Lemont, November 2, 1862. In it she mostly speaks of the events at home and the continuing strain of the war on their family and how much it pains them that he can't be at home. She also mentions their plans to move and that their harvest moved from Greene down to Lewiston in accordance with their preemptive transition to life there.

Taken from the Paul W. Bean Collection, Box no. 277, f.8

Letter From Frank L. Lemont To J.S. Lemont, November 2, 1862, Frank L. Lemont

Paul W. Bean Civil War Papers

Letter from Frank L. Lemont to his mother J.S. Lemont, November 2, 1862. In it he relates multiple subjects including the latest military movements into Virginia, his concerns for the future both financially and physically, and his desire to help his mother in such a hard time moving from Greene, ME to Lewiston.

Taken from the Paul W. Bean Collection, Box no. 277, f.5

Letter From Robert Hanson To Francis P. Porter, Robert Hanson

Harvey Collection Letters

Robert writes to Francis about the bad food poisoning some soldiers and how looking at photos and knowing they are prayed for helps the soldiers' resolve.