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Requisition For Stationary (No. 38). 88th O.V.I. Co. H. (July-September 1864), United States. Army. Quartermaster's Dept.

Military Records

Formal request for Stationary for Capt. A.L. Anderson, Co. H, 88th Ohio Volunteer Infantry. (No. 2, July-September 1864)

The Waterville Mail (Vol. 17, No. 52): July 1, 1864, Maxham & Wing

The Waterville Mail (Waterville, Maine)

Continues The Eastern Mail (July 1847-August 1863).
Published weekly, September 4, 1863 - May 9, 1906.
Publishers: Maxham & Wing (1863 - December 2,1885); Ephraim Maxham (December 1885); Wing & Wing (January 1886 - March 21, 1891); Charles G. Wing (March 21, 1891 - April 17, 1891); Prince & Wyman (April 17, 1891 - February 26, 1896); The Mail Publishing Company (February 26, 1896 - May 9, 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=b1209701~S19
WorldCat record (OCLC): http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/10486964

Letter Dated Brigadier General W. S. Featherston To General I. Cooper. 15 July 1864, Winfield Scott Featherston

Correspondence

Handwritten letter from Brigadier General W.S. Featherston to General I. Cooper; Letter sent from "Hd. Qs. Atlanta, Ga."

Letter From Brigadier General W. S. Featherston To General I. Cooper. 1 July 1864, Winfield Scott Featherston

Correspondence

Handwritten letter from Brigadier General W.S. Featherston to General I. Cooper; Letter sent from "Hd. Qs. near Marietta."

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

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 To Stephen Patterson From A Friend, George Winters, Dated June 28, 1864, George Winters

Patterson Family Correspondence

This letter was written to Stephen Patterson by a friend, George Winters, on June 28, 1864. In the letter the friend describes his work and daily life.

The Waterville Mail (Vol. 17, No. 51): June 24, 1864, Maxham & Wing

The Waterville Mail (Waterville, Maine)

Continues The Eastern Mail (July 1847-August 1863).
Published weekly, September 4, 1863 - May 9, 1906.
Publishers: Maxham & Wing (1863 - December 2,1885); Ephraim Maxham (December 1885); Wing & Wing (January 1886 - March 21, 1891); Charles G. Wing (March 21, 1891 - April 17, 1891); Prince & Wyman (April 17, 1891 - February 26, 1896); The Mail Publishing Company (February 26, 1896 - May 9, 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=b1209701~S19
WorldCat record (OCLC): http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/10486964

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (23 June 1864), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Roberts asks about activities at home and turns to the topic of slavery, which he describes as a necessary evil and goes on about how Irish and German servants aren't as helpful as black slaves.

Letter From William Patterson To His Mother, Julia Dated June 21, 1864, William Patterson

Patterson Family Correspondence

No abstract provided.

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (20 June 1864), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Writes to Maggie that besides heavy amounts of rain, there have not been many changes in Roberts's camp. He asks about everything at home and goes on about his love for his wife and children and how he is ready for the war to end so that he may be with them again.

Letter: W.E. Johnson To Lt. R.J. "Robt" Cunningham, June 18, 1864, W. E. Johnson

W.E. Johnson Papers

No abstract provided.

The Waterville Mail (Vol. 17, No. 50): June 17, 1864, Maxham & Wing

The Waterville Mail (Waterville, Maine)

Continues The Eastern Mail (July 1847-August 1863).
Published weekly, September 4, 1863 - May 9, 1906.
Publishers: Maxham & Wing (1863 - December 2,1885); Ephraim Maxham (December 1885); Wing & Wing (January 1886 - March 21, 1891); Charles G. Wing (March 21, 1891 - April 17, 1891); Prince & Wyman (April 17, 1891 - February 26, 1896); The Mail Publishing Company (February 26, 1896 - May 9, 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=b1209701~S19
WorldCat record (OCLC): http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/10486964

Letter, 1864 June 17, 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 Jacksonville, Florida. In his letter Oscar writes about the abundance of orange groves in Florida, not having his efforts to capture a vessel recognized in the local papers, the weather there, and more.

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (15 June 1864), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Roberts tells Maggie that Capt. [Timberlake], General Dardee's Property QM has asked him to come with him but that he will not go without an order from General Johnston. He also says that Maj Baylor has applied to be relieved from duty in their Brigade and wants him to accompany him but Roberts does not care for Maj Baylor. Roberts also reports the death of General Polk, who was killed by a cannon ball while inspecting the lines.

Letter To Stephen Patterson From J.J. Kirse, Dated June 13, 1864, J. J. Kirse

Patterson Family Correspondence

This letter was written to Stephen Patterson by an acquaintance, J.J. Kirse, on June 13, 1864. In the letter the friend discusses recent social events and invites Stephen to visit.

[Letter], 1864, June 12, Kate [Porter] [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A family correspondence written by Kate, sister of Allen Cameron, from Springvale, Wisconsin. Acknowledgment of Cameron's military advancement and poor health; familial updates including of brother Walter; updates on costs of everyday items.

One entry: dated June 12, 1864

Handwritten; 1 folded sheet (4 p.); 20 x 25 cm. folded to 20 x 12.5 cm.

The Waterville Mail (Vol. 17, No. 49): June 10, 1864, Maxham & Wing

The Waterville Mail (Waterville, Maine)

Continues The Eastern Mail (July 1847-August 1863).
Published weekly, September 4, 1863 - May 9, 1906.
Publishers: Maxham & Wing (1863 - December 2,1885); Ephraim Maxham (December 1885); Wing & Wing (January 1886 - March 21, 1891); Charles G. Wing (March 21, 1891 - April 17, 1891); Prince & Wyman (April 17, 1891 - February 26, 1896); The Mail Publishing Company (February 26, 1896 - May 9, 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=b1209701~S19
WorldCat record (OCLC): http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/10486964

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, 1864 June 5, 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 Fort Paten, Florida. Oscar writes about the fruit, vegetation, and game in Florida. He also writes about being placed in command of Company E, and that if he were in the Navy instead of the Army, he would be rewarded for contraband he confiscated.

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.

The Waterville Mail (Vol. 17, No. 48): June 3, 1864, Maxham & Wing

The Waterville Mail (Waterville, Maine)

Continues The Eastern Mail (July 1847-August 1863).
Published weekly, September 4, 1863 - May 9, 1906.
Publishers: Maxham & Wing (1863 - December 2,1885); Ephraim Maxham (December 1885); Wing & Wing (January 1886 - March 21, 1891); Charles G. Wing (March 21, 1891 - April 17, 1891); Prince & Wyman (April 17, 1891 - February 26, 1896); The Mail Publishing Company (February 26, 1896 - May 9, 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=b1209701~S19
WorldCat record (OCLC): http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/10486964

Letter To Mrs. Shaw, 1864 June 2, Patrick Guiney

Col. Patrick Guiney Letters

No abstract provided.

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

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 From Augustin Hibbard To [William Hibbard] 1864 May 30, Augustin Hibbard

Gold Rush Life

Victoria May 30^th 1864 Dear Brother When I wrote you in January I did not think that I should allow so long a time to lapse before writing you again. But the prospect of my selling out here, and going home, which I fully advised you of at that time, has resulted in nothing but disapointment [disappointment], and has kept me in such a state of uncertainty and doubt that I had been expecting from week to week would be put an end to that I have delayed writing you much longer than I ought, or will again. The …

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (30 May 1864), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Roberts writes about his camp outside of Atlanta, where there have been skirmishes with Union troops; he awaits a great battle. He also writes about furniture arrangements at home and asks about his son Charley, who he claims was given laudanum by a "little black imp."

William C. Nelson To J. H. Nelson (29 May 1864), William Cowper Nelson

Correspondence

Army of Northern Virginia back around Richmond; mentions writing to his father of the battles of Spotsylvania's courthouse and those in Wilderness; Grant then changed tactics and abandoned his fortifications at Spotsylvania and moved down the Confederate right towards Milford and Bowling Green and so the movements to protect Richmond continue; description of family in Virginia; mentions acquaintances who had been severely wounded or killed

The Waterville Mail (Vol. 17, No. 47): May 27, 1864, Maxham & Wing

The Waterville Mail (Waterville, Maine)

Continues The Eastern Mail (July 1847-August 1863).
Published weekly, September 4, 1863 - May 9, 1906.
Publishers: Maxham & Wing (1863 - December 2,1885); Ephraim Maxham (December 1885); Wing & Wing (January 1886 - March 21, 1891); Charles G. Wing (March 21, 1891 - April 17, 1891); Prince & Wyman (April 17, 1891 - February 26, 1896); The Mail Publishing Company (February 26, 1896 - May 9, 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=b1209701~S19
WorldCat record (OCLC): http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/10486964

County Tax Receipt, John B. Cornell, May 26, 1864, John B. Cornell

The Lucinda Lenore Merriss Cornell Collection: Ephemera

Printed personal property tax receipt for John B. Cornell from the County Treasury of Franklin County, dated May 26, 1864. The total is six dollars and sixty five cents. Signed by John G. Thompson and Jon. Falkenbach.