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[Letter], 1860, Sept. 23, Providence, R.I., Elisabeth Chapman [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A family correspondence from Cameron's Aunt, Elisabeth Chapman of Providence. Relates general personal information and her upcoming move to Troy (New York?).

One entry: dated September 23, 1860.

Handwritten; Single page; 25 x 20 cm.

[Letter], [Undated], Springvale, Wis., Kate Porter [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A family correspondence written by Allen Cameron's Sister Kate of Springvale, Wisconsin. Relates the cost of everyday items and various familial successes and hardships with five children. Encourages Cameron to leave Foster, Rhode Island for Wisconsin.

Two distinct entries: the first one, undated and the second dated September 21, year unknown.

Handwritten; 1 folded sheet; 21 x 25 cm. folded to 21 x 12.5 cm.; extensive foxing on first page

[Certificate], The Railway Educational Association Conducting The Railway Correspondence School, [For] Train Brakeman, [Presented To] Willard Hopkins

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A Train Brakeman certificate issued by the Railway Education Association, Railway Correspondence School (New York) to Willard Hopkins on August 16th [year unknown].

Connection to Allen F. Cameron unclear.

Printed, with handwritten name and signature; Single page; 24 x 30 cm.; Tri-folds, tears at folds.

[Letter], [Undated], Springvale, Wis., Kate Porter & Wallace Porter [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A family correspondence written by Allen Cameron's nephew, Wallace and Sister, Kate from Springvale, Wisconsin. Doubles as a thank you letter and missive regarding friends and family.

Two distinct entries: undated.

Handwritten; 2 pages, double-sided; First page,21 x 23 cm, second page 25 X 20 cm.

[Letter], [Undated], Springvale, Wis., Lena Porter [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A family correspondence written by Allen Cameron's niece, Lena C. Porter from Springvale, Wisconsin. Relates her familial experiences during the winter.

One entry, undated.

Handwritten; Single page, double-sided; 21 X 13 cm.

[Letter], 1859, Nov. 6, Canton, Mass., Walter Cameron [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A family correspondence from brother Walter Cameron from Canton, Massachusetts(?). Relates information concerning the re-payment of a personal loan; problems with local water supply; and refers to family members.

One entry: dated November 6, 1859

Handwritten; Single page; 25 x 19 cm.

[Letter], 1859, Sept. 7, Canton, Mass., John Mckay [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A personal correspondence from "brother" John McKay of Canton, Massachusetts(?). Indicates five dollars was sent by post with note; written on behalf of "Walter" (Allen's brother, Walter Cameron?); and indicates that they are mustering out.

One entry: dated September 7, 1859

Handwritten; Single page, 1 folded sheet (4 p.); 20 x 26 cm. folded to 20 x 13 cm.

[Letter], 1859, April 20, Providence, R.I., Alfred Sherman [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A personal/business(?) correspondence from Alfred Sherman of Providence. Refers to Allen Cameron as "Doctor" throughout and relates the on-going condition of his foot as well as information concerning mutual acquaintainces.

One entry: dated April 20, 1859

Handwritten; Single page; 31 x 20 cm. folded to 21 x 20 cm.

[Letter], 1857, July 16, Hillsdale College, Hillsdale, Mich., Harrison Clarke [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A personal correspondence from Harrison Clarke of Hillsdale College, Hillsdale, Michigan. Relates fondness for Cameron; description of Forth of July events; comments upon a Comet sighting in or around July, 1857 and its possible effects upon the weather.

One entry: dated July 16, 1857

Handwritten on printed letterhead; 1 folded sheet (4 pages); 25 x 40 cm. folded to 25 x 20 cm.

[Letter], 1857, Mar. 3, Parker V. Webster [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A business correspondence written to Allen Cameron from Parker V. Webster concerning personal property.

One entry: dated March 3, 1857

Handwritten; Single page; 20 X 13 cm.

[Letter], 1854, Mar. 11, Burriville, R.I., John Congdon [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A personal correspondence from John Congdon of Burriville, Rhode Island. Relates the struggles of family life and updates thereof. Mentions Plainville, Connecticut(?) and Chepachet, Rhode Island.

One entry: dated March 11, 1854

Handwritten; Single page (of folded 4 page stock, unmarked); 20 X 16 cm. (folded), 20 x 32 cm. (unfolded)

[Letter], 1853, Nov. 10, West Sutton, Mass., Mary E. Gould [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A personal correspondence written to Allen Cameron from Mary E. Gould, West Sutton, Massachusetts relating her views on religion and personal conduct of the day, among others. One entry: dated November 10, 1853.

Handwritten; Single page, double-sided; 25 x 20cm.