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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.
S. W. Clark to his Father (14 June 1862)

Silas W. Clark

Regarding the Battle of Chickamauga, the high price of consumer goods, and instructing his father to sell Clark's horse if his parents need money.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
Letter from "Hd. Qus. Dept. of Northern Va." 6 April 1862

Confederate States of America. Army. Virginia.

Regarding Special Order No. 98 by command of General Johnston.
W. H. Cook to Unknown (25 March 1862)

W. H. Cook

Rumors of advancements and retreats, his current location, the company's health, mail route problems and supplies
Stephen Daggett to H. R. Miller (4 April 1862)

Stephen Daggett and Hugh R. Miller

Update on Miller's home in Pontotoc
James W. Drake to H. R. Miller (4 June 1862)

James W. Drake and Hugh R. Miller

Description of the Battle of Seven Pines and a large skirmish the preceding weekend; letter similar to Drake's written the previous day to Susan Miller. Also directs Miller to Richmond.
James W. Drake to S. G. Miller (3 June 1862)

James W. Drake and Susan G. Miller

Description of the Battle of Seven Pines, including names of fallen & wounded soldiers, details of equipment & Federal troops captured, and fortifications installed & expectations of the Union's next approach
Letter from Brigadier General W. S. Featherston in Richmond to Major G. M. Sorrel. 12 July 1862 27 June 1862

Winfield Scott Featherston

Handwritten letter from Brigadier General W.S. Featherston to Major G.M. Sorrel, regarding the Battle of Gains Farm or Coal Harbour.
Letter from Brigadier General W. S. Featherston to Major G. M. Sorrel. 12 July 1862 30 June 1862

Winfield Scott Featherston

Handwritten letter from Brigadier General W.S. Featherston to Major G.M. Sorrel, regarding the Battle of Frazier's Farm; sent from Richmond
Letter from Brigadier General W. S. Featherston to Major Sorrel. 25 September 1862 30 August 1862

Winfield Scott Featherston

Handwritten letter from Brigadier General W.S. Featherston to Major Sorrel, regarding the Battle of Manassas Plains; sent from Richmond
Letter from Brigadier General W. S. Featherston to Major Thomas S. Mills. 27 December 1862 11 December 1862

Winfield Scott Featherston

Handwritten letter from Brigadier General W.S. Featherston to Major Thomas S. Mills, regarding the Battle of Fredericksburg.
Report. Gaines Mill to Antietam (1862)

Jeremiah Gage

Brief report concerning Gaines Mill, Va. and Antietam, Va.
Jeremiah Gage to Georgiana Irene Gage (16 July 1862)

Jeremiah Gage and Georgiana Irene Gage

Jeremiah discussing his wounds at a recent battle as well as the welfare of fellow soldiers, including the death of Sucius Gage. Hopes to have a furlough to visit Mississippi but mentions a halt on furloughs. Discusses troop locations and his belief that fighting will stop for a time as recent losses on both sides have been high.
Jeremiah Gage to Georgiana Irene Gage (7 June 1862)

Jeremiah Gage and Georgiana Irene Gage

Jeremiah describes the Battle of Seven Pines' level of engagement and the state of the wounded, particularly his wounds and those of Captain Lowry. Mentions his disappointment over not receiving a 'boy' from their mother. Again mentions his fear of the war's long-duration and his assumption that the fighting will continue as soon as the rain and flooding clears.
Jeremiah Gage to Patience Gage (5 October 1862)

Jeremiah Gage and Patience W. S. Gage

Jeremiah discussing reports of the high mortality rate in his company, including that of his superiors, particularly at the Battle of Sharpsburg (Antietam). Also discusses purchasing some items for the family, and their prices, as well as a wealthy woman interested in marrying him.
Jeremiah Gage to Patience W. S. Gage (15 January 1862)

Jeremiah Gage and Patience W. S. Gage

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.
Jeremiah Gage to Patience W. S. Gage (26 April 1862)

Jeremiah Gage and Patience W. S. Gage

Jeremiah describing conditions, particularly their lack of cooks, clean clothing and tents; requests his mother send a 'boy' to do his cooking. Shows concern over not seeing a list of the dead or wounded in the Corinth fight [Siege of Corinth?] and worries his cousin is listed. Mentions losing most of his gear while surveying Manassas, Virginia; wishes to switch companies and has disdain for war.
Jeremiah Gage to Patience W. S. Gage (2 January 1862)

Jeremiah Gage and Patience W. S. Gage

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.
Jeremiah Gage to Jere Sanders (1 October 1862)

Jeremiah Gage and Jerrie E. Sanders

Jeremiah discussing his travels and Jerrie's wish to meet.
Jeremiah Gage to Mary M. Sanders (Undated)

Jeremiah Gage and Mary Margaret Gage Sanders

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.
B. F. Gentry to W. R. and Mariah Gentry (29 October 1862)

Benjamin F. Gentry, Wiley R. Gentry, and Mariah Gentry

Benjamin discussing hearing of other battles, his marching in poor weather and word from home. Also provides a list of desired clothing from his mother.
Roxana Chapin Gerdine to Emily McKinstry Chapin (1862 January 25)

Roxana Chapin Gerdine

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
Roxana Chapin Gerdine to Emily McKinstry Chapin (1862 November 24)

Roxana Chapin Gerdine

Roxana writes about her worries over what to do with the remains of their sister Lucy who died on March 21, 1862 of tuberculosis and is then buried at the Gerdine plantation. Lucy's remains would not be returned to Chicopee, MA until after the Civil War
Letter from Burton A. Harrison to General W. S. Featherston. 7 November 1862

Burton A. Harrison

Handwritten letter from Burton A. Harrison to General W.S. Featherston; sent from Richmond
J. W. Henderson to Sarah A. M. Henderson (19 November 1862)

John Watson Henderson and Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Henderson writes from the Newsome Hospital. Describes the conditions in the hospital; his inability to obtain a furlough; the impending Winter;
J. W. Henderson to Sarah A. M. Henderson (21 June 1862)

John Watson Henderson and Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Henderson writes concerning his attempts to send a letter to Sarah; possible health exemption for his brother James; his inability to obtain a furlough but desires James take his place for two weeks; the Union advancement near Oxford and the rumor of Union treatment of the areas they occupy.
J. W. Henderson to Sarah A. M. Henderson (23 August 1862)

John Watson Henderson and Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Henderson discusses the birth of his daughter; a possible impending fight with Buell; his need for boots
J. W. Henderson to Sarah A. M. Henderson (24 July 1862)

John Watson Henderson and Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Henderson discusses the arrival of his relief soldier; the regiment's rumored next move; his health;
J. W. Henderson to Sarah A. M. Henderson (25 October 1862)

John Watson Henderson and Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Henderson discusses his march through Kentucky, including the Battle of Perryville ; details the deaths of two members of his regiment, Bud Brassel and William Nesbit; his health; supply prices
J. W. Henderson to Sarah A. M. Henderson (28 August 1862)

John Watson Henderson and Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Henderson discusses Gen. Kirby-Smith (C.S.A.)'s capturing equipment & rumor that Gen. Buell (Union)'s troops possible capture; health of the troops;
J. W. Henderson to Sarah A. M. Henderson (28 November 1862)

John Watson Henderson and Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Henderson discusses being appointed as clerk & steward of a new hospital in Georgia; pay benefit of working in the hospital; news of smallpox;
J. W. Henderson to Sarah A. M. Henderson (30 July 1862)

John Watson Henderson and Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Henderson discusses the possible next move for his regiment toward Mobile or Chattanooga; the women surrounding the Tupelo campsite, particularly the Irish women with the Louisiana regiment; his health
J. W. Henderson to Sarah A. M. Henderson (7 August 1862)

John Watson Henderson and Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Henderson describes his trip to Mobile and the forthcoming trip to Chattanooga; his bowel issues and medicine (opium); available food; payment & money; cotton prices;
J. W. Henderson to Sarah A. M. Henderson (7 September 1862)

John Watson Henderson and Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Henderson describes their march to Sparta; rumor of the Union retreat; a battle in which Gen. Kirby-Smith captured 3000 Union troops; Confederate victories in Virginia; his health
J. W. Henderson to Sarah A. M. Henderson (October 1862)

John Watson Henderson and Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Henderson's concern for his family's wellbeing; his regret for her having camp-mange in Northern Mississippi; his desire for a furlough;
Gen. Joseph E. Johnston to Kinloch Falconer (25 April 1868)

Joseph E. Johnston and Kinloch Falconer

Letter asking for information on Confederate troop losses and POW's
James T. Jones to Martin Jones (10 August 1862)

James T. Jones and Martin Jones

James writes to his father telling him of his upcoming move and of his letters home.
James T. Jones to Mr. Martin Jones (18 August 1862)

James T. Jones and Martin Jones

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.
James T. Jones to Sallie Jones (11 June 1862)

James T. Jones and Sallie Jones

James discusses the wounded after the recent battle, the Union fortifying their position, and the care of their troops by women from home.