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1863-03-12 Wilmington Journal, Wilmington Journal (Wilmington, Nc)

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 Wilmington Journal from March 12, 1863.

Wilmington Journal. March 12, 1863.

William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (12 March 1863), William Cowper Nelson

Correspondence

Received welcome letter from home; laughed to think of Tom doing the milking now that the slaves have left; glad their home is still safe; still Adjutant General of General Posey's Brigade while still Lt. of Ordnance; waiting on General Posey's two sons to arrive in camp; glad to hear that Howard Falconer is not dead; ends by asking about several friends

Letter, 1863 March 11, Oscar D. Ladley To Mother [Catherine Ladley], Oscar D. Ladley

Oscar D. Ladley Papers (MS-138)

Letter to Oscar Ladley's mother from Brooks Station, Virginia. Oscar writes that he has enclosed four photos with this letter, his regiments location in relation to Washington, and other news.

Letter From John H. Patterson To A Brother, Dated March 11, 1863, John H. Patterson

Patterson Family Correspondence

John Patterson wrote this letter on March 11, 1863 to his brother. In the letter he talks mostly about news of family and friends. The stationary bears the seal of Miami University.

1863 Charge To The Graduating Class Of Jefferson Medical College, Ellerslie Wallace, Md

Sidney Kimmel Medical College Commencements

No abstract provided.

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (9 March 1863), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Roberts tells Maggie of his attack of flux that he has recently gotten over, orders to advance that were no longer needed when Yankees turned back, and of his new position as Corporal of [Caisson].

Combined Letters, 1863 March 8, Allie And Mother [Alice And Catherine Ladley] To Brother And Oscar Son [Oscar D. Ladley], Alice Ladley, Catherine Ladley

Oscar D. Ladley Papers (MS-138)

Two separate letters, written on the same page, to Oscar Ladley from his mother and sister in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Alice writes about her thoughts on local men that she wishes would be drafted, a prank some students played on a professor, and more. Catherine writes about the status of the loan and co-signed by Derostus Ladley.

Letter, 1863 March 8, 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 news from home, questions regarding mutual acquaintances, and more.

[Letter], 1863, Mar. 6, Rockland, R.I., Harrison Clarke [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A personal correspondence from Harrison Clarke of Rockland, Rhode Island. Comments about the war's relation to the textile industry. Refers to output of Ponaganset Mill in the village of Rockland, Rhode Island. Allen Cameron had worked with Clarke and as Weave Room supervisor (in Rockland and perhaps at Ponaganset Mill?) before the war.

One entry: dated March 6, 1863

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

This letter was reproduced in whole in Silber, Nina and Mary Beth Sievens, eds. 'Yankee Correspondence: Civil War Letters Between New England Soldiers and the …

Letter From J.D. Sharp To Stephen Patterson, Dated March 6, 1863, J. D. Sharp

Patterson Family Correspondence

This letter was written by J.D. Sharp on March 6, 1863 to Stephen Patterson. In the letter he talks about his new post in Nashville and includes details about daily life.

J. A. Moosor To H. R. Miller (6 March 1863), J. A. Moosor, Hugh R. Miller

Correspondence

News of events in Huntsville, Alabama and surrounding counties; discussion of 600 "disloyal citizens" destroying property; expection of a fight in Tullahoma, Alabama; requests tranfer

Jeremiah Gage To Mary M. Sanders (6 March 1863), Jeremiah Gage, Mary Margaret Gage Sanders

Correspondence

Jeremiah discussing his desire to return home and have an end to the war.

The Eastern Mail (Vol. 16, No. 35): March 5, 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, 1863 March 4, C. Ladley [Catherine Ladley] To Oscar [Oscar D. Ladley], Catherine Ladley

Oscar D. Ladley Papers (MS-138)

Letter to Oscar Ladley from his mother in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Catherine asks about Oscar's recent trip to Washington and his health. She also writes about the status of the loan co-signed by Derostus Ladley and other news from home.

Letter, 1863 March 2, 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 how he was promoted to 1st lieutenant, news about soldier "Jimmy" Beaty, and more.

St. Charles County, Circuit Court Minutes, March 2, 1863 To September 5, 1863, St. Charles County, Missouri

Historic St. Charles City & County Court Records

No abstract provided.

47th Ny Monthly Returns, United States Amry (Arlington, Va

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

A report on the events and actions of the 47th New York Infantry while on Ossabaw Island during March of 1863, published by the United States Army in 1863.

United States Army, Monthly Return of the 47th New York Volunteer Infantry, March 1863, 1863.

W. D. Farmer To H. R. Miller (1 March 1863), W. D. Farmer, Hugh R. Miller

Correspondence

Update on the health of a horse

47th Ny Ordnance Report (March 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 in March of 1863.

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

Letter To Jennie Guiney, 1863 February 28, Patrick Guiney

Col. Patrick Guiney Letters

No abstract provided.

Letter, 1863 February 27, 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 visiting various places in "Washington City" and other news. He only mentions that he has not been told the amount of the principal or interest from the loan Derostus Ladley co-signed and that he saw Abraham Lincoln while in the city.

Letter To Jennie Guiney, 1863 February 26, Patrick Guiney

Col. Patrick Guiney Letters

No abstract provided.

The Eastern Mail (Vol. 16, No. 34): February 26, 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

T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (26 February 1863), Thomas Goode Clark

Correspondence

Thomas detailing the travels of the company from Goldsboro, N.C. to Black Water (Va.); also speculates on the possibility of a fight. Mentions that Isaac is not yet "in the service" and that he may substitute for Jonathan or Albert.

Kinloch Falconer To Maj. Gen. Van Dorn (26 February 1863), Kinloch Falconer, Earl Van Dorn

Correspondence

Confederate leaders discuss movements and allocation of supplies.

Letter To Jennie Guiney, 1863 February 23, Patrick Guiney

Col. Patrick Guiney Letters

No abstract provided.

32. Copperhead - Clement Vallandigham (1863), Clement Vallandigham, Wallace Hettle (Editor)

Union Homefront: A History in Documents

Document citation:

Speech of Hon. Clement L. Vallandigham of Ohio in the House of Representatives,

February 23, 1863, Congressional Globe: 37th Congress: 3d Session, House of Representatives, 172-77.

Letter, 186[3] February 22, 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 her arm healing slowly, visiting "Camp Dennison," and more news about the loan that Derostus Ladley co-signed. This letter is dated February 22, 1862, but it is believed to have been written in 1863.

Combined Letters, 1863 February 22, Allie And Mary [Alice And Mary Ladley] To Brother And Mon Cher Frère [Oscar D. Ladley], Alice Ladley, Mary Ladley

Oscar D. Ladley Papers (MS-138)

Two separate letters, written on the same page, to Oscar Ladley from his sisters in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Alice writes about attending a "supper for the benefit of the [s]oldiers," wanting to visit a camp, and more. In her letter, Mary asks about why there are two 1st Lieutenants in Oscar's company, her thoughts on her professors, and news from home.

William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (22 February 1863), William Cowper Nelson

Correspondence

Worried because he has had no news from home since the Federals left; recounts stories he read and heard where the Federals used churches as stables; worries that all of the houses in Holly Springs were burned and all the slaves left; mentions that the Army is not moving much at this point but there are plans to move; the weather is difficult; comparison here with Revolutionary War soldiers; religion; now a part of General Posey's division