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Albert H. Clark to Margery Clark (13 June 1863)
Albert H. Clark
Albert discussing various deserters and the situation at Fredericksburg." [2nd page possibly written by Albert for Isaac] Isaac discusses the probability of him returning home with the next person to receive furlough.
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Albert H. Clark to Margery Clark (18 January 1863)
Albert H. Clark
Albert Henry discussing the high rate of injury and death, the difficulties of being on the front and his fear of Isaac joining the war; says that there is "no honor attached to them that die in the army they are forgotten forever among those that were well" and hopes to be able to return. Also mentions rumors of harsh treatment of civilians by Union troops in Mississippi
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Albert H. Clark to Margery Clark (19 January 1863)
Albert H. Clark
Albert, appending a note to the letter dated 18 January 1863, discusses more on troop movements and rumors of a Union attack on Greensboro, which would severely impact supply routes; if they are attacked, it is rumored that they would head to Kinston, N.C.
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Jonathan Clark to Margery Clark (16 March 1863)
Jonathan Clark
Jonathan discussing his desire to leave the front and Thomas' attempt to substitute Isaac for another soldier for 1500 Confederate dollars
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Jonathan Clark to Margery Clark (27 January 1863)
Jonathan Clark
Jonathan discussing his health and that of the company; conditions at camp, including easy access to food and water; rumor of a possible furlough for 1 of 20 men; prices of food supplies; rumors of home events and laments not hearing from the women at home.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (11 May 1863)
Thomas Goode Clark
Thomas detailing the fighting around Suffolk & Fredericksburg, Virginia, and the movement of his company
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (13 February 1863)
Thomas Goode Clark
News of Isaac's arrival to the company and mention of the difficulty for new recruits and the impossibility of leaving duty; also mentions Isaac running a fever.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (13 June 1863)
Thomas Goode Clark
Thomas discussing troop positions at Fredericksburg and the current level of engagement; also discusses his desire to go home to care for his family
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (15 January 1863)
Thomas Goode Clark
Thomas discussing the smallpox outbreak & vaccinations in the regiment, his failed attempt for a furlough, his disdain for Colonel Miller, news of 15 year old son, Isaac, joining the Cavalry and rumors of home events.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (17 May 1863)
Thomas Goode Clark
Thomas discussing setting his affairs at Bim Clark's (Trigg County) and his desire to return home, through Jackson; also mentions Isaac working at home. [This letter may be misdated.]
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (26 February 1863)
Thomas Goode Clark
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.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (29 January 1863)
Thomas Goode Clark
Thomas discussing his concern over Isaac's desired enlistment and speculates about the possibility of fighting before Spring.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (30 January 1863)
Thomas Goode Clark
Thomas again discussing a rejected furlough and rumors of a possible fight; also inquires about matters at home, mainly crops and livestock. Reiterates his fear of Isaac joining the Cavalry and requests that he wait until Thomas returns.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (8 June 1863)
Thomas Goode Clark
Thomas discussing the situation and position at Fredericksburg and rumors of tactics, including the possibility of General Lee heading to Maryland. Thomas also discusses having been home.
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Albert H. Clark to William H. McDonald (27 April 1862)
Albert H. Clark
Albert, from home, writing to his friend detailing his social life and longing for youthful happiness. Also discusses State's Right, Southern identity and concern over the possibility of the North pushing the troops back to Grenada.
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Jonathan Clark to Margery Clark (11 September 1862)
Jonathan Clark
Unsigned (Jonathan Clark's writing) description of advances by the Confederate Army & increase in troops; also brief mention of the girls at home.
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Jonathan Clark to Margery Clark (21 July 1862)
Jonathan Clark
Jonathan writing to his mother concerning his need of new shoes and assuring her of his well being.
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Jonathan Clark to Margery Clark (December 1862)
Jonathan Clark
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.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (12 December 1862)
Thomas Goode Clark
Thomas discussing rumors of the front at Fredericksburg & the Confederate Army being pushed back to Grenada, the health of various troops, his rejected furlough, weather conditions in Virginia, and advice on home matters & hiding food from the Union troops.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (13 October 1862)
Thomas Goode Clark
Reiteration of the previous letter, dated October 1862, regarding distribution of the same money. Mentions the death of Thos. Goode and rumor of injury from the troops on the Potomac, including their friend Ben Brown who lost part of his left arm. Also includes discussion of the need to hire a hand for the mill & fatten some hogs.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (14 June 1862)
Thomas Goode Clark
Thomas discussing the general wellbeing of the company, their upcoming trip to Virginia, family finances
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (18 September 1862)
Thomas Goode Clark
Thomas writing about his desire to take a furlough, which has been rejected and his need for new clothing. Finally mentions his desire to send money home from the front.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (19 January 1862)
Thomas Goode Clark
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.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (19 October 1862)
Thomas Goode Clark
Thomas writing of the troops' health and advice on business matters at home.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (24 August 1862)
Thomas Goode Clark
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.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (October 1862)
Thomas Goode Clark
Thomas discussing the way in which Margery should distribute the money accompanying the letter
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T. G. Clark to Unknown Friend (21 January 1862)
Thomas Goode Clark
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 was with a more of a gentleman. He is a mason and the master of the Lodg at Union Citty. J. has got able to set up a few menuts at a time I feel like I wanted to see you and Mc Powell worse than any buddy else this side of home. I want you to give my love to all the boys and tell them hat i would be glad to be with them but it is out of my power at presant. I expect to Remain here until I think that John has got stout enough to gow home and I expect by that time you all will return and if you can find out when you are acoming sow as to write to me before that I may get Ready to gow on with you. I want you or Mc Powell to do sow. tell the Boys all to take car and not get kiled in the Battle." Give my Respects to the Major and Enquiring friends. T. G. Clark
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (13 December 1861)
Thomas Goode Clark
Thomas discussing the company's wait to advance into Kentucky and finances
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (23 December 1861)
Thomas Goode Clark
Thomas discussing the cold weather and speculates on the likeliness of an attack by Union troops.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (28 December 1861)
Thomas Goode Clark
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.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (7 December 1861)
Thomas Goode Clark
Thomas discussing the election of regimental officers and the overall wellness of the company prior to their arrival at Camp Alcorn.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (9 December 1861)
Thomas Goode Clark
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.
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T. G. Clark to Margery Clark (December 1861)
Thomas Goode Clark
Thomas discussing preparations for the company's movement
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