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George Miller To S. G. Miller (12 June 1863), George Miller, Susan G. Miller

Correspondence

Discusses his company's return to a former camp ground, Susan's infrequent writing, a "terrible" impending battle in Maryland and his concern of death

Letter, 1863 June 11, Sister Mary [Mary Ladley] To My Dear Brother [Oscar D. Ladley], Mary Ladley

Oscar D. Ladley Papers (MS-138)

Letter to Oscar Ladley from his sister in Enon, Ohio. Mary writes about being upset that Oscar could not come home on furlough and news about Clement L. Vallandingham.

The Eastern Mail (Vol. 16, No. 49): June 11, 1863, Ephraim Maxham, Daniel Ripley Wing

The Eastern Mail (Waterville, Maine)

Continues The Waterville Union (April-July 1847).
Published weekly, July 19, 1847-Aug. 28, 1863.
Publishers: E. Maxham, 1847-1849; Maxham & Wing, 1849-1863.
"Independent," 1847-1856; "Republican," 1856-1863.
Editors: E. Maxham & D.R. Wing, 1849-1863.
Continued by The Waterville Mail (September 1863-May 1906).
See Gerould, W.G.: American newspapers, 1821-1836; Whittemore, E.C.: Centennial history of Waterville.
Colby Libraries catalog record (CBBcat): http://cbbcat.net/record=b1228542~S19
WorldCat record (OCLC): http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/10486915

R. C. Lipsey To Jeremiah Gage (10 June 1863), R. C. Lipsey, Jeremiah Gage

Correspondence

Describes the atmosphere after the fall of Vicksburg (Miss.); notably that of people considering fleeing the area. Also makes reference to the heavy loses from Company A, the University Greys.

Jeremiah Gage To Mary M. Sanders (10 June 1863), Jeremiah Gage, Mary Margaret Gage Sanders

Correspondence

Jeremiah expressing optimism over the current war conditions, including the holding of the State of Mississippi and the state of Lee's troops. Also glad that Jerrie is in the process of finding him a substitute. Finally makes reference to their mother's debts and the current prices of cotton.

T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (8 June 1863), Thomas Goode Clark

Correspondence

Thomas discussing the situation and position at Fredericksburg and rumors of tactics, including the possibility of General Lee heading to Maryland. Thomas also discusses having been home.

Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated June 7, 1863, William Patterson

Patterson Family Correspondence

William Patterson wrote this letter to his mother Julia on June 7, 1863. In the letter he tells her he was recently commissioned as a Captain.

Letter, 1863 June 7, C. Ladley [Catherine Ladley] To Son [Oscar D. Ladley], Catherine Ladley

Oscar D. Ladley Papers (MS-138)

Letter to Oscar Ladley from his mother in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Catherine writes about being disappointed that Oscar will not be able to return home on furlough, being afraid for him, and other news from Yellow Springs.

Letter, 1863 June 7, Allie L. [Alice Ladley] To Brother [Oscar D. Ladley], Alice Ladley

Oscar D. Ladley Papers (MS-138)

Letter to Oscar Ladley from his sister in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Alice writes about Milo Lawrence breaking his leg and news about other acquaintances from Yellow Springs.

J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (7 June 1863), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Correspondence

Henderson details his regiment's activities at the front under Gen. Bragg & those of Lieut. Gen. N.B. Forrest; news of other soldiers & regiments; his health;

Letter To Jennie Guiney, 1863 June 6, Patrick Guiney

Col. Patrick Guiney Letters

No abstract provided.

Letter To Margaret E. Cahill, 1863 June 6, Thomas W. Cahill

Col. Thomas W. Cahill Civil War Letters

No abstract provided.

1863-06-06 Portland Daily Press, Portland Daily Press (Portland, Ma)

Guarding Ossabaw Island: History and Archaeology of the 47th N.Y.V.I. Camp

An article on the Federal Camp at Ossabaw Island published in the Portland Daily Press on June 6, 1863.

“Notice to Mariners.” Portland Daily Press, June 6, 1863.

Letter To Jennie Guiney, 1863 June 5, Patrick Guiney

Col. Patrick Guiney Letters

No abstract provided.

Letter To Margaret E. Cahill, 1863 June 4, Thomas W. Cahill

Col. Thomas W. Cahill Civil War Letters

No abstract provided.

The Eastern Mail (Vol. 16, No. 48): June 4, 1863, Ephraim Maxham, Daniel Ripley Wing

The Eastern Mail (Waterville, Maine)

Continues The Waterville Union (April-July 1847).
Published weekly, July 19, 1847-Aug. 28, 1863.
Publishers: E. Maxham, 1847-1849; Maxham & Wing, 1849-1863.
"Independent," 1847-1856; "Republican," 1856-1863.
Editors: E. Maxham & D.R. Wing, 1849-1863.
Continued by The Waterville Mail (September 1863-May 1906).
See Gerould, W.G.: American newspapers, 1821-1836; Whittemore, E.C.: Centennial history of Waterville.
Colby Libraries catalog record (CBBcat): http://cbbcat.net/record=b1228542~S19
WorldCat record (OCLC): http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/10486915

Letter From Augustin Hibbard To Brother [William Hibbard], 1863 June 2, Augustin Hibbard

Gold Rush Life

Victoria June 2d 1863 Dear Brother Yours of Mch” [March] 26^th was received last week, and afforded me much pleasure, and gratification as it had been sometime since I had received any news from any one at home, and I was becoming fearfull [fearful], that when I did hear from you, that I should get bad news, but thank God, my dear brother, such was not the case, and I have been once more rejoyced [rejoiced] to know that you were all enjoying good health, and were prospered spiritually and temporally. I find that I am not able to …

Letter, 1863 June 2, C. Ladley [Catherine Ladley] To Son [Oscar D. Ladley], Catherine Ladley

Oscar D. Ladley Papers (MS-138)

Letter to Oscar Ladley from his mother in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Catherine writes news of the war, as well as news about acquaintances.

Letter, 1863 June 2, Mary [Mary Ladley] To My Dear Brother [Oscar D. Ladley], Mary Ladley

Oscar D. Ladley Papers (MS-138)

Letter to Oscar Ladley from his sister in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Mary writes about Milo Lawrence breaking his leg after poor weather, students being expelled from Antioch, and questions regarding the war.

Letter To Jennie Guiney, 1863 June 1, Patrick Guiney

Col. Patrick Guiney Letters

No abstract provided.

47th Ny Ordnance Report (June 1863), United States Army (Arlington, Va)

Guarding Ossabaw Island: History and Archaeology of the 47th N.Y.V.I. Camp

A record of the weapons, ammunition and other equipment issued to and accounted for by the 47th NY Infantry.

United States Army, Ordnance Records of the 47th New York Volunteer Infantry, June 1863 (1863).

J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (31 May 1863), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Correspondence

Henderson discusses his desire for good food and the regiment's limited options and cost; the health of his company; money;

Letter, 1863 May 29, Oscar D. Ladley To Mother And Sisters [Catherine, Mary, And Alice Ladley], Oscar D. Ladley

Oscar D. Ladley Papers (MS-138)

Letter to Oscar Ladley's mother and sisters from Brooks Station, Virginia. Oscar writes about furloughs and leaves of absence being suspended, his feelings on the Copperheads, and his responses to previous letters.

The Eastern Mail (Vol. 16, No. 47): May 28, 1863, Ephraim Maxham, Daniel Ripley Wing

The Eastern Mail (Waterville, Maine)

Continues The Waterville Union (April-July 1847).
Published weekly, July 19, 1847-Aug. 28, 1863.
Publishers: E. Maxham, 1847-1849; Maxham & Wing, 1849-1863.
"Independent," 1847-1856; "Republican," 1856-1863.
Editors: E. Maxham & D.R. Wing, 1849-1863.
Continued by The Waterville Mail (September 1863-May 1906).
See Gerould, W.G.: American newspapers, 1821-1836; Whittemore, E.C.: Centennial history of Waterville.
Colby Libraries catalog record (CBBcat): http://cbbcat.net/record=b1228542~S19
WorldCat record (OCLC): http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/10486915

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (28 May 1863), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Tells Maggie that the Yankees took about fifty men and a hundred horses from his cavalry regiment and they had killed some of them and taken six prisoners. Roberts claims that the men in his cavalry have become too comfortable.

Letter To Jennie Guiney, 1863 May 27, Patrick Guiney

Col. Patrick Guiney Letters

No abstract provided.

Receipt. Property Returns From Ordinance Bureau (26 May 1863), Edwin B. Smith

Military Records

Ordinance Bureau to H.R. Miller in Ivor, Va concerning property return for the 1st Quarter of 1863

1863-05-26 Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune (Chicago, Il)

Guarding Ossabaw Island: History and Archaeology of the 47th N.Y.V.I. Camp

An article on the Federal Camp on Ossabaw Island published in the Chicago Tribune on May 26. 1863.

Chicago Tribune, “Not Hung,” May 26, 1863.

S. G. Miller To H. R. Miller (28 May 1863), Susan G. Miller, Hugh R. Miller

Correspondence

Susan's fears of losing her husband and sons

1863-05-25 Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune (Chicago,Il)

Guarding Ossabaw Island: History and Archaeology of the 47th N.Y.V.I. Camp

An article on the Federal camp at Ossabaw Island published in the Chicago Tribune on May 25, 1863.

“From Gen. Hunter's Command.” Chicago Tribune. May 25, 1863.