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John Guy Lofton To Elizabeth C. Lofton (21 February 1862), John Guy Lofton
John Guy Lofton To Elizabeth C. Lofton (21 February 1862), John Guy Lofton
Correspondence
Discussing a Confederate defeat at Ft Donelson, coming to Okolona, MS, in April, his three-year reenlistment, plans to form a Chickasaw regiment, naming the new baby.
M. Clanton To Sallie Jones (2 February 1862), M. Clanton, Sallie Jones
M. Clanton To Sallie Jones (2 February 1862), M. Clanton, Sallie Jones
Correspondence
Clanton complains of winter camplife and discusses Sallie's male prospects.
Roxana Chapin Gerdine To Emily Mckinstry Chapin (1862 January 25), Roxana Chapin Gerdine
Roxana Chapin Gerdine To Emily Mckinstry Chapin (1862 January 25), Roxana Chapin Gerdine
Correspondence
Roxana writes about the sickness of their sister Lucy [Lucy would die on March 21, 1862]; writes about the ban on the communication of war news north; says she is limited to only one page; tells her sister to direct her letters via Fort Monroe; mentions a Colonel Young and his family; and talks of her desire to travel north sometime in March
T. G. Clark To Unknown Friend (21 January 1862), Thomas Goode Clark
T. G. Clark To Unknown Friend (21 January 1862), Thomas Goode Clark
Correspondence
Union Citty Jany 21st 1862 Dear Friend," I embrace the presant oppertunity of dropping you a few lines to let you now how we are getting along. I am happy to say that John is mending considerable and I think he will be able to start home in five or six days if he does not git a Back set the Rest of the sick started for Jackson Saturday evening and I have not heard from them since But hope they are doing well. I sent Reuben on with notions me and the Boys are at Swift's and I never …
T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (19 January 1862), Thomas Goode Clark
T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (19 January 1862), Thomas Goode Clark
Correspondence
Thomas describing the health of the men, primarily Jonathan's illness and the frequency of disease amongst the troops, and the movement of the Company, divided between Jackson, TN & Columbus, TN. Finally, mentions the idea of reenlistment after his tour has ended.
Jeremiah Gage To Patience W. S. Gage (15 January 1862), Jeremiah Gage, Patience W. S. Gage
Jeremiah Gage To Patience W. S. Gage (15 January 1862), Jeremiah Gage, Patience W. S. Gage
Correspondence
Jeremiah discussing the harsh winter weather and his thoughts on re-enlistment. Also discusses a friend's discharge, Jacoway, so that he may aid in running his family's estate.
John Guy Lofton To Elizabeth C. Lofton (8 January 1862), John Guy Lofton
John Guy Lofton To Elizabeth C. Lofton (8 January 1862), John Guy Lofton
Correspondence
Discussing an unconfirmed report of Gen. McLelland's death, the impossibility of a furlough until his term expires in April, unpassable road conditions, financial matters.
Mary Unknown To Edwin Miller (4 January 1862), Author Unknown, Edwin Miller
Mary Unknown To Edwin Miller (4 January 1862), Author Unknown, Edwin Miller
Correspondence
Sadness over her family at War, empty seats at Church and their need to protect the Southern shores
Jeremiah Gage To Patience W. S. Gage (2 January 1862), Jeremiah Gage, Patience W. S. Gage
Jeremiah Gage To Patience W. S. Gage (2 January 1862), Jeremiah Gage, Patience W. S. Gage
Correspondence
Jeremiah writing concerning his homesickness, holiday celebrations, fears of the war lasting for a long time and consideration of re-enlistment. Also mentions the possibiltity of an impending attack by General McClellan.
Jonathan Clark To Margery Clark (December 1862), Jonathan Clark
Jonathan Clark To Margery Clark (December 1862), Jonathan Clark
Correspondence
Jonathan writing of the wounded soldiers and his guard duty over Union prisoners. Also discusses the rising prices or supplies, such as Molasses, and rumor of Union troops in Oxford.
Jeremiah Gage To Mary M. Sanders (Undated), Jeremiah Gage, Mary Margaret Gage Sanders
Jeremiah Gage To Mary M. Sanders (Undated), Jeremiah Gage, Mary Margaret Gage Sanders
Correspondence
Pages 1-4 are unknown. 22 miles from Petersburg, Va. (probably written between April and July 1862) Jeremiah discussing various women; recommends that Mary read vigorously, again inquires about a 'boy' to do his cooking and requests the names of some relatives in Virginia, where he is stationed.
Affidavit. Payment To D. A. Hamilton (October 1862)
Affidavit. Payment To D. A. Hamilton (October 1862)
Correspondence
Quartermaster's Office. Payment to D. A. Hamilton of the 42nd Regiment
Ebws 2.4: Correspondence And Documents, 1862
Report. Gaines Mill To Antietam (1862), Jeremiah Gage
Report. Gaines Mill To Antietam (1862), Jeremiah Gage
Correspondence
Brief report concerning Gaines Mill, Va. and Antietam, Va.
J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (October 1862), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson
J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (October 1862), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson
Correspondence
Henderson's concern for his family's wellbeing; his regret for her having camp-mange in Northern Mississippi; his desire for a furlough;
T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (October 1862), Thomas Goode Clark
T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (October 1862), Thomas Goode Clark
Correspondence
Thomas discussing the way in which Margery should distribute the money accompanying the letter
T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (28 December 1861), Thomas Goode Clark
T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (28 December 1861), Thomas Goode Clark
Correspondence
Thomas discussing their voyage from the previous camp and the strength of the current force at Camp Beauregard; also discusses his desire to see Margery and the general health of the family. Finally, mentions his lack of having been paid.
T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (23 December 1861), Thomas Goode Clark
T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (23 December 1861), Thomas Goode Clark
Correspondence
Thomas discussing the cold weather and speculates on the likeliness of an attack by Union troops.
William I. Berryman To Sallie Jones (20 December 1861), William I. Berryman, Sallie Jones
William I. Berryman To Sallie Jones (20 December 1861), William I. Berryman, Sallie Jones
Correspondence
William finds a copy of a newspaper that has an account of Sallie's concert and wishes her a pleasant christmas.
T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (13 December 1861), Thomas Goode Clark
T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (13 December 1861), Thomas Goode Clark
Correspondence
Thomas discussing the company's wait to advance into Kentucky and finances
John Guy Lofton To Elizabeth C. Lofton (12 December 1861), John Guy Lofton
John Guy Lofton To Elizabeth C. Lofton (12 December 1861), John Guy Lofton
Correspondence
Discussing incendiary bombardment of Charleston, SC, possible peace negotiations, and health issues in camp.
James T. Jones To Sallie Jones (10 December 1861), James T. Jones, Sallie Jones
James T. Jones To Sallie Jones (10 December 1861), James T. Jones, Sallie Jones
Correspondence
The author discusses blockade runners and camp life for the winter.
T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (9 December 1861), Thomas Goode Clark
T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (9 December 1861), Thomas Goode Clark
Correspondence
Thomas' discussion of election results in the company, his longing for his wife, Margery and desire for her to live & raise according to strong religious ethics.
John Guy Lofton To Elizabeth C. Lofton (8 December 1861), John Guy Lofton
John Guy Lofton To Elizabeth C. Lofton (8 December 1861), John Guy Lofton
Correspondence
Discussing the lack of possibility of a furlough, a deadly pneumonia outbreak, and eight Union gunboats below their encampment.
T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (7 December 1861), Thomas Goode Clark
T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (7 December 1861), Thomas Goode Clark
Correspondence
Thomas discussing the election of regimental officers and the overall wellness of the company prior to their arrival at Camp Alcorn.
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (29 November 1861), William Cowper Nelson
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (29 November 1861), William Cowper Nelson
Correspondence
Bombardment; the arrival of a new Mississippi Regiment (the 24th); appeal by General Bragg to reenlist under him for the war
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (22 November 1861), William Cowper Nelson
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (22 November 1861), William Cowper Nelson
Correspondence
Allusion to the bombardment on the Confederate naval yard and Fort McRee on November 22 and 23, 1861
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (19 November 1861), William Cowper Nelson
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (19 November 1861), William Cowper Nelson
Correspondence
Receipt of letter from home; weather in Florida; Battle of Belmont, MO; schooling for Tom; payment; applications for discharge by some of the men; building of winter quarters
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (14 November 1861), William Cowper Nelson
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (14 November 1861), William Cowper Nelson
Correspondence
Arrival of two new Mississippi Regiments without arms; discussion of what it means to be a "veteran"; guard duty at the Hospital; going sailing with Col. Chalmers and family; deserters from Fort Pickens; day of fasting and prayer
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (29 October 1861), William Cowper Nelson
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (29 October 1861), William Cowper Nelson
Correspondence
Firing of guns; Battle of Ball's Bluff; 17th & 18th Mississippi Infantry Regiments; winter quarters; General Bragg; Kinloch Falconer