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Letter To Julia Patterson From Her Nephew Frank Jones On November 30, 1865, Frank J. Jones
Letter To Julia Patterson From Her Nephew Frank Jones On November 30, 1865, Frank J. Jones
Patterson Family Correspondence
Frank Jones wrote this letter to his aunt Julia Patterson on November 30, 1865. The letter is damaged and difficult to read but discusses family affairs and daily life.
Letter To Julia Patterson Dated November 22, 1865, D. Johnson
Letter To Julia Patterson Dated November 22, 1865, D. Johnson
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was written by D. Johnson to Julia Patterson dated November 22, 1865. The writer discusses a letter they received from Mrs. Patterson regarding the sale of some of her property near Van Wert.
Letter To Julia Patterson From Rachel Reynolds, Dated September 20, 1865, Rachel Reynolds
Letter To Julia Patterson From Rachel Reynolds, Dated September 20, 1865, Rachel Reynolds
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was sent to Julia Patterson from Rachel Reynolds on September 20, 1865. The letter contains news of family and daily life.
Letter To Julia Patterson From Mary Johnston Dated August 19, 1865, Mary L. Johnston
Letter To Julia Patterson From Mary Johnston Dated August 19, 1865, Mary L. Johnston
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was written from Mary L. Johnston to her sister Julia Patterson on August 19, 1865. The sister writes that she will be coming to visit soon due to Willie Johnston's poor health.
Letter To Julia Patterson From Her Sister Elizabeth Jones Dated June 25, 1865, Elizabeth Jones
Letter To Julia Patterson From Her Sister Elizabeth Jones Dated June 25, 1865, Elizabeth Jones
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was sent to Julia Patterson from her sister Elizabeth Jones, dated June 25, 1865. In the letter she writes of daily life and family news.
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated November 8, 1864, Robert Patterson
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated November 8, 1864, Robert Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
No abstract provided.
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated August 26, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated August 26, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
William Patterson wrote this brief letter to his mother Julia on August 26, 1864, letting her know that his discharge from the army is being postponed and that he may remain in the Army two more years.
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia On August 20, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia On August 20, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
William Patterson wrote this letter to his mother Julia on August 20, 1864. In the letter he tells her he expects to be mustered out of service and heading for home on October 7th.
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia On August 10, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia On August 10, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was sent from William Patterson to his mother Julia on August 10, 1864. In the note he asks his mother to make a payment for him, and says he will be going to join his company soon and will arrive home sometime after October 7th.
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia On August 7, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia On August 7, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
William Patterson wrote this letter to his mother Julia on August 7, 1864. In the letter he says he is sitting on a court martial trial in Nashville. He says his company will be mustered out of service soon and he reflects on what he might like to do once he leaves the Army.
Letter From John Patterson To His Mother Julia July 26th, 1864, John H. Patterson
Letter From John Patterson To His Mother Julia July 26th, 1864, John H. Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
John Patterson wrote this letter to his mother Julia on July 26, 1864. In the letter he mainly talks about daily life at his station and family friends.
Letter From William To His Mother Julia Written July 24, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William To His Mother Julia Written July 24, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
William Patterson wrote this letter to his mother Julia on July 24, 1864. In the letter he tells her he has been assigned to sit on a court martial hearing and will be staying in Nashville until the hearing is finished.
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated July 16, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated July 16, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was written by William Patterson to his mother Julia on July 16, 1864. William writes from the Officer's Hospital in Nashville to say that he is still not well enough to return to duty.
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated July 13, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated July 13, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was written by William Patterson to his mother Julia on July 13, 1864. William writes to tell his mother he is still recuperating in the Officer's Hospital but should soon be well enough to return to duty.
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated July 10, 1864, Robert Patterson
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated July 10, 1864, Robert Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
Robert Patterson wrote this letter to his mother Julia on July 10, 1864. He writes to her from the banks of the Chattahoochee River and says Atlanta is within sight. He talks about daily operations and the coming battle for Atlanta.
Letter From William To His Mother Julia On July 8, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William To His Mother Julia On July 8, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
William Patterson wrote this note to his mother Julia on July 8, 1864. He discusses his injury and other personal affairs in the letter.
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated July 5, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated July 5, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
William Patterson wrote this brief note to his mother from the Officer's Hospital in Nashville on July 5, 1864. He writes about the Fourth of July Celebration and personal affairs.
Letter From John Patterson To His Mother Julia On July 5, 1864, John H. Patterson
Letter From John Patterson To His Mother Julia On July 5, 1864, John H. Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
John H. Patterson wrote this long letter to his mother Julia on July 5th, 1864. In the letter he talks about daily life at the fort and how they celebrated the Fourth of July holiday. He says there are rumors that the Rebel troops will be in Baltimore soon.
Letter From John Patterson To His Mother Julia In July 1864, John H. Patterson
Letter From John Patterson To His Mother Julia In July 1864, John H. Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
John Patterson wrote this letter to his mother in July, 1864. In the letter he tells her about a recent trip he made to Washington and the sights he saw while there, including the "much talked of" East room of the White House. He also talks about daily operations at his current post.
Letter To Julia Patterson From Elizabeth Jones Dated July 1, 1864, Elizabeth Jones
Letter To Julia Patterson From Elizabeth Jones Dated July 1, 1864, Elizabeth Jones
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was written to Julia Patterson from Elizabeth Jones on July 1, 1864 and confirms a visit Julia will be making to her.
Letter From John H. Patterson To His Mother Julia On June 28, 1864, John H. Patterson
Letter From John H. Patterson To His Mother Julia On June 28, 1864, John H. Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
This brief letter was written by Robert Patterson to his mother Julia on June 28, 1864. In the letter he thanks her for sending money and says he is happy with the work he is doing in the Quarter Master's department at Fort Marshall.
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia On June 28, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia On June 28, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
William Patterson wrote this letter to his mother Julia from the field hospital on June 28, 1864. He discusses his illness and the regiments involved in the Atlanta Campaign.
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother, Julia Dated June 21, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother, Julia Dated June 21, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
No abstract provided.
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother, Julia Dated June 9, 1864, Robert Patterson
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother, Julia Dated June 9, 1864, Robert Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
Robert Patterson wrote this letter to his mother on June 9, 1864 from Georgia. In the letter he talks about the travels and battles of his troops, General Sherman's leadership, and shares his reflections on the life of a soldier.
Letter To Julia Patterson From An Unidentified Person Dated June 3, 1864, Unknown
Letter To Julia Patterson From An Unidentified Person Dated June 3, 1864, Unknown
Patterson Family Correspondence
This partial letter was sent to Julia Patterson from an unknown author dated June 3, 1864. In the letter the sender talks about daily life and the possible sale of the Patterson farm.
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Written From The Field Of Battle On June 1, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Written From The Field Of Battle On June 1, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
Letter from William Patterson to his mother Julia written from the field on June 1, 1864. In this brief note he reassures her that he is unhurt.
Letter From John H. Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated June 1, 1864, John H. Patterson
Letter From John H. Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated June 1, 1864, John H. Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
Letter from John H. Patterson to his mother Julia dated June 1, 1864. In the letter John describes a recent visit to Baltimore from his post at Fort Worthington. He describes various sights in Baltimore, including Federal Hill and Druid Hill Park.
Letter To Julia Patterson From M.L. (Mary) Johnston Dated May 25, 1864, Mary L. Johnston
Letter To Julia Patterson From M.L. (Mary) Johnston Dated May 25, 1864, Mary L. Johnston
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was sent to Julia Patterson from M.L. (Mary) Johnston dated May 25, 1864. In the letter, Mary discusses family and mutual acquaintances and invites Julia to visit.
Letter From William L. Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated May 21, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William L. Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated May 21, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
William Patterson wrote this letter to his mother Julia on May 21, 1864 from Cassville, Georgia. He writes that they have won two battles and briefly discusses their operations.
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated May 21, 1864, Robert Patterson
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated May 21, 1864, Robert Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was written from Robert Patterson to his mother Julia on May 21, 1864. He describes the hardships of marching and the challenges of fighting in Georgia. He shares his thoughts on the local citizens' attitudes and responses to their presence, and says he believes the "days of the Southern confederacy are numbered."