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Paymaster Ordinance To Thomas W. Cahill, William Fitch

Col. Thomas W. Cahill Civil War Letters

No abstract provided.

The Eastern Mail (Vol. 16, No. 08): August 28, 1862, 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

J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (28 August 1862), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Correspondence

Henderson discusses Gen. Kirby-Smith (C.S.A.)'s capturing equipment & rumor that Gen. Buell (Union)'s troops possible capture; health of the troops;

Mount Vernon Democratic Banner August 26, 1862

Mount Vernon Banner Historic Newspaper 1862

Mount Vernon Democratic Banner was a newspaper published weekly in Mount Vernon, Ohio. Until 1853, it was published as the Democratic Banner.

Letter To Nellie Cahill, 1862 August 24, Thomas W. Cahill

Col. Thomas W. Cahill Civil War Letters

No abstract provided.

Letter To Jennie Guiney, 1862 August 24, Patrick Guiney

Col. Patrick Guiney Letters

No abstract provided.

S. H. Sloat To B. F. Field (24 August 1862), S. H. Sloat

Military Records

Order to report to duty

T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (24 August 1862), Thomas Goode Clark

Correspondence

Thomas discusses the death of Lieutenant Paschall and rumor concerning troop advances towards Washington. Also writes about the health of the soldiers in Camp Mott. Finally discusses news of home matters, particularly the sale of his horse, against his wishes, and his desire to see his family.

J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (23 August 1862), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Correspondence

Henderson discusses the birth of his daughter; a possible impending fight with Buell; his need for boots

Subscription. Richmond Enquirer, Author Unknown

Daybooks, Invoices, Financial Records

Semi-weekly subscription to the Richmond Enquirer

20. Letter To Horace Greeley - Abraham Lincoln (1862), Abraham Lincoln, Wallace Hettle (Editor)

Union Homefront: A History in Documents

Document citation:

Lincoln, Abraham. “President Lincoln’s Letter.” New York Daily Tribune (New York), August, 25, 1862, p. 4.

Retrieved From: https://www.loc.gov/item/sn83030213/1862-08-25/ed-1/

The Eastern Mail (Vol. 16, No. 07): August 21, 1862, 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

19. The Prayer Of Twenty Millions - Horace Greeley (1862), Horace Greeley, Wallace Hettle (Editor)

Union Homefront: A History in Documents

Document citation:

Greeley, Horace. “The Prayer of Twenty Millions.” New York Daily Tribune (New York), August 20, 1862, pg. 4.

Retrieved From: https://www.loc.gov/item/sn83030213/1862-08-20/ed-1/

Mount Vernon Democratic Banner August 19, 1862

Mount Vernon Banner Historic Newspaper 1862

Mount Vernon Democratic Banner was a newspaper published weekly in Mount Vernon, Ohio. Until 1853, it was published as the Democratic Banner.

S. H. Sloat To J. F. Crawford (19 August 1862), S. H. Sloat

Military Records

Order to report for duty

William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (19 August 1862), William Cowper Nelson

Correspondence

Receipt of her most recent letter; still about 12 miles out of Richmond on the James River Road; scouting for the enemy; McClellan; Ambrose Everett Burnside; hope for peace soon; the Confederate Congress meeting; religious wording in letter

Receipt. Ammunition (19 August 1862), Oscar R. Hough

Military Records

Receipt for ammunition from the Elliott Battalion

Letter To Patrick Guiney, 1862 August 18, John Mahan

Col. Patrick Guiney Letters

No abstract provided.

James T. Jones To Mr. Martin Jones (18 August 1862), James T. Jones, Martin Jones

Correspondence

James discusses his troops movement and the North's retreat as well as his family shipping supplies, a servant, and maybe even joining the C.S.A. Army themselves.

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts & John Mckee (15 August 1862), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Writes to Maggie about his arrival from Rome and tells her how much he misses her and their family.

The Eastern Mail (Vol. 16, No. 06): August 14, 1862, 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, 1862 August 13, 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 camp near Culpepper, Virginia. Oscar writes about getting a recommendation for promotion from the captain of his regiment, marching from Sperryville to Culpepper, and other news from camp.

Mount Vernon Democratic Banner August 12, 1862

Mount Vernon Banner Historic Newspaper 1862

Mount Vernon Democratic Banner was a newspaper published weekly in Mount Vernon, Ohio. Until 1853, it was published as the Democratic Banner.

William C. Nelson To J. H. & Maria C. Nelson (12 August 1862), William Cowper Nelson

Correspondence

Concerning near constant marching; need for water and long lines; went to visit Gaines Mill; Seven Days Battle; Union General John Pope; maps of Virginia; worries about home

James T. Jones To Martin Jones (10 August 1862), James T. Jones, Martin Jones

Correspondence

James writes to his father telling him of his upcoming move and of his letters home.

Letter To Jennie Guiney, 1862 August 9, Patrick Guiney

Col. Patrick Guiney Letters

No abstract provided.

Letter From Robert Patterson To Colonel J. F. Harrison On August 7, 1862, Robert Patterson

Patterson Family Correspondence

Robert Patterson wrote this letter to Colonel J. F. Harrison from Army headquarters in Sperryville, Virginia on August 7, 1862. In the letter he complains about Colonel Schliech and his method of appointing officers based on personal acquaintance and friendship rather than competence, and says he will probably not receive one under the Colonel's command. Robert also talks disparagingly about the way the North handles the Volunteer Service system. Lastly, he says they will be marching to Madison soon.

The Eastern Mail (Vol. 16, No. 05): August 7, 1862, 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

J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (7 August 1862), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Correspondence

Henderson describes his trip to Mobile and the forthcoming trip to Chattanooga; his bowel issues and medicine (opium); available food; payment & money; cotton prices;

Letter To Jennie Guiney, 1862 August 6, Patrick Guiney

Col. Patrick Guiney Letters

No abstract provided.