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[Invoice of Supplies from D. B. Abrahams]
Invoice of supplies from Lt. D B. Abrahams to Lt. H. K. Redway.
[List of Quartermaster's Stores - March 27, 1865]
A list of the Quartermaster's stores transferred by Quartermaster John W. Alexander to Captain Hamilton K. Redway at Camp Piatt, West Virginia, on March 27, 1865. Twelve cavalry horses in good condition at a cost of $155.00 each, and twelve rope halters in good condition at an unknown price, were transferred from Alexander to Redway.
[Letter from Mattie L. Arthur to Linnet White, March 30, 1917]
Letter to Linnet White from Mattie L. Arthur. She wrote to talk to Linnet about an operation that Linnet was planning to have soon in Omaha. She also includes bits of local news from the area.
[Letter from J. C. Barr to C. B. Moore, March 24, 1882]
He says that they haven't heard from them in a while and were happy to hear that they were doing well. Mary was expecting $100 from her uncle Same Wallace's estate. He is sorry that the estate is going to the courts to be settled. He has had a cold for the past three weeks and hopes he is almost over it. He mentions that all of the relatives are well and there have been five deaths in the city. He mentions that the roads aren't good and they have started plowing oats. J. Knox Smith has consumption. He says the wheat looks well considering the problems they had in the fall. They have had hay, corn, oats, and bran delivered to the county for home demands. He has irish potatoes from Ireland and Scotland on sale. He asks that they write soon and sends his regards.
[Letter from May Booth to Linnet Moore, March 24, 1898]
Letter from Mrs. E. T. Booth (May Booth) to Linnet Moore regarding her husband's change of employment as a bookkeeper in Nashville to the head bookkeeper for the Pullman Piano Company. Mrs. Booth says that Richmond was founded by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). She says that she likes their new home and invites Linnet to visit.
[Pass for Hamilton Redway, March 4, 1862]
Approval to Corporal Redway to travel to Washington to express the remains of a deceased private of his company home.
[Hospital discharge notice, March 16, 1865]
Hospital discharge certificate for Privt. Adolphus Seymour of Company "F," 1st regiment, N. Y. Veteran's Cavalry. The certificate details that the Private has been discharged from service, at Turner's Lane Hospital, due to a disability which was certified by a surgeon.
[Circular about transferring ordinances, March 30, 1865]
Circular discussing the methods used to correctly transfer ordinances, including who to speak with and paperwork to fill out.
[Ordnance voucher, March 27, 1865]
Ordnance voucher for Company "F" 1st New York Veteran's Cavalry including number of arms, equipment, and ammunition.
[Letter from James Cook to Linnet Moore, March 23, 1899]
He says that he has just returned from Lampasas. He would like to call, he will let her know more later.
[Letter from Jim Cook Jr. to Linnet Moore, March 6, 1899]
He was happy to receive her letter and had started to respond earlier, but was interrupted. He thinks the letter must have been delayed and that is why it took so long to get. He asks if she has felt time drag on like it has for him. He asks her what she thinks of their circumstances. He says that he has fallen in love with her and he will try to be worthy of her love. He talks about Miss Flora and her "Jim." He heard that she wants to go to Austin in June and he will make plans to be there also. He has been asked to help out in a baseball game. He asks about a letter sent to her by Jett. He asks her to call him Jim instead of Mr. Cook. He heard that Mrs. Brownlee tried to commit suicide. He asks about Linnet's Nashville trip. He received a letter from Carter. He can't wait to receive another letter from her and he asks that she write back soon.
[Letter from Jim Cook Jr. to Linnet Moore, March 21, 1899]
He had wondered why she had not written to him. Again she did not receive his letter and he did not receive her letter. He did not want her to feel that he was neglecting her or for her to question his feelings. His last letter was sixteen pages, he has so much to tell her, but he will wait until he hears from her to write it. He mentions his baseball game, but will wait to write the details. He hopes to hear from her and that she receives both of his letters. He mentions that he saw Lula and asked her to send his regards.
[Minutes, Pleas of Guilty, County Court, Cooke County, 1892-1899]
Ledger from Cooke County, Texas, containing the guilty pleas of suspects, their crimes, and the resulting punishment.
[Envelope from the Agricultural Ins. Co., March 15, 1873]
Envelope from the Agricultural Insurance Company of Watertown, N.Y. to Hamilton K. Redway.
[Letter from John C. Cooper, March 15, 1873]
Letter on Office of Agricultural Insurance Company letterhead from Uncle John C. Cooper to nephew Hamilton K. Redway stating that he will be sending $5.00 as a small token. He wishes it to be placed in a bank to earn the best interest and be given to Hamilton's little son, R.C.K., when he reaches the age of 21. If he doesn't live to 21 , Hamilton is free to do what he thinks best with the money.
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, March 12-20, 1899]
She is happy that they write each other everyday. She talks about what happened after dinner. Minnie had an old friend from school visit. She talked about her to her family and they are all happy to hear about Linnet's welfare. She always think of her. She saw Jim who acted like he hadn't heard from Linnet. Lorena saw Jett who also hadn't heard from Linnet. She talks about teaching and hearing a sermon. She received a letter from Melvin and Carter. She plans to see her in June. She talks about what she did Monday and the reason why she was unable to write Monday night. She had a weird dream Sunday night. She talks about the weather and hopes it will rain. She washed some clothes and did some reading. She went with Minnie to look at Mr. Darbis' flowers. Minnie received a letter from Linnet's father. She received a letter from Mr. Taylor who sent only Linnet love. She calls Linnet her adopted daughter and asks about the boys Linnet met. She heard about a letter from Linnet to Jim Cook. She sent a letter to Carter that she would not be going to Austin and that he needed to come home. She hasn't told anyone but Linnet and Lorena that she might plan to go and visit Linnet in September. She had a very lonely day Thursday. She writes about the articles that she is reading. Minnie received a letter from Kate Thomas. Carter came home and she went to a lecture with him. She then names off some new couples. She thought she had broken the door to the Judge's Office. She says that LInnet needs to respond to Jett, even if it is that she doesn't want to write him. She does not like …
[Triplicate Warrant, April 26, 1880]
A triplicate warrant for Levi Perryman, in the amount $798.00, is dated April 26, 1880.
[Triplicate Warrant, March 11, 1876]
A deposit warrant for Levi Perryman, sheriff of Montague County, Texas, is for $369.00 and dated March 11, 1876.
[Triplicate Warrant, March 22, 1880]
A triplicate warrant for Levi Perryman, in the amount of $521.97, is dated March 22, 1880.
[Triplicate Warrant, March 31, 1880]
A triplicate warrant for Levi Perryman, in the amount $468.16, is dated March 31, 1880.
[Envelope addressed to Mrs. Mary Moore, March 15, 1880]
An envelope address to Mrs. Mary Moore, Melissa, Collin County, Texas. A postal stamp on the front reads: "Waco, TX; Mar 15, 7PM." A stamp on the back reads: "Melissa, COllin CO., Texas; Mar 18, 1880." Another stamp on the front is from a libery stable in Waco, TX.
[Receipt of supplies, March 9, 1865]
Receipt of supplies shipped to Capt. Hamilton K. Redway at his station in Kelly's Creek, West Virginia. Redway received thirty two bales of hay, thirty six sacks of oats, and thirty nine sacks of corn for his cavalry's forage. He received this shipment at his station in Kelly's Creek.
[Receipt of supplies, March 1, 1865]
Receipt of supplies shipped to Capt. Hamilton K. Redway at his station in Kelly's Creek, West Virginia. Redway received thirty nine bales of hay, thirty five sacks of oats, and forty sacks of corn for his cavalry's forage. He received this shipment at his station in Kelly's Creek.
[Receipt of supplies, March 19, 1865]
Handwritten Receipt of supplies shipped to Capt. Hamilton K. Redway at his station in Kelly's Creek, West Virginia. Redway received fifty three bales of hay, forty four sacks of oats, and eighty three sacks of corn for his cavalry's forage. He received this shipment at his station in Kelly's Creek.
[Receipt of supplies, March 30, 1865]
Receipt of supplies shipped to Capt. Hamilton K. Redway at his station in Kelly's Creek, West Virginia. Redway received forty one sacks of corn and sixteen bales of hay for his cavalry's forage. Notations on the receipt state that Redway received additonal stores of oats and twenty five bales of hay on April 3. He received this shipment at his station in Kelly's Creek.
[Postcard from J. K. Dodd to C. B. Moore, March 22, 1890]
He will be leaving Monday evening if the weather cooperates. He will have to stay at Gainsville. He will telegraph when they leave and Florence is still not doing well.
[Letter from Matilda Dodd to Charles B. and Mary Ann Moore, March 30, 1897]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Matilda Dodd. In this letter, Dodd informs the Moore family about the goings-on in Gallatin, Tennessee and the news includes: a confirmation of the receipt of the Moore's last letter, an update on the health of family members, details about Minnie's visit, weather news, a discussion about planting crops and gardens, a dialogue about the bad weather Collin County has been having, details on the late wheat crop, an update on the seeds sent by Alice to the Moore family, news about Lillian, and a discussion concerning family and friends. She closes the letter by noting that Mary Ann and Charles should write the family soon. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Matilda Dodd to Mary and Charles B. Moore, March 15, 1891
Letter from Matilda Dodd to Mary and Charles Moore in which she discusses her family's health and the weather. She said that the rain was delaying work on the farm. She also thanked them for sending the "box of blueing [sic]."
[Letter from Matilda Dodd to Mary and Charles B. Moore, March 26, 1885]
Letter from Matilda Dodd to Mary and Charles B. Moore starts the letter by saying that her family is well and discussing the weather. Other topics covered by the letter include: the children's school, sale of land, Dinkie's chickens, making soap, and the adventures of little Mary.
[Letter from Matilda Dodd to Mr. Moore, Sis, Alice and Linnet, March 5, 1890]
She was glad to hear that they were doing better. She received news from Florence. Tobe hurt himself badly. She mentions the weather they have been having. Dinky and herself were going to plant a garden, but now have to wait because of the weather. Birdie visits Mrs. Emmers and her baby. She invites them to a birthday meal for Birdie. She asks about her flowers. She talks about the grippe and a new disease spotted fever. Several people have already died from the spotted fever. Tobe and Florence had a new baby.
[Letter from William and Matilda Dodd to Charles B. Moore and Mary Ann Dodd Moore,March 21 and 22, 1880]
The first page and a half of the letter is from Matilda Brantley Dodd to her daughter, Mary Ann Dodd Moore, and son-in-law, Charles B. Moore. It talks about the weather, Betty Franklin's health, and Matilda's grandchildren. There is also news about the birth of Dinky's daughter. The last half page of the letter is written by William Dodd on March 22.
[Envelope from Matilda and William Dodd to C. B. Moore, March 26, 1881]
Envelope for Charles B. Moore from Matilda and William Dodd.
[Letter from J. W. Douglass to Claude D. White, March 1, 1909]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by J. W. Douglass and is addressed to Claude D. White. In this letter, Douglass discusses the well-being of his family and himself, details a heinous murder in his area, and notes he has received a correspondence from George Kendal. He apologizes to Claude for not replying to his postal card earlier due to a prolonged illness. He closes the letter by noting that he hopes for a reply soon and sends his love to Mary Ann Moore and to Linnet White. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Captain S. Farlin to Captain Hamilton K. Redway, March 19, 1865]
Letter from Captain S. Farlin to Captain Hamilton K. Redway which deatils that Farlin has sent forage for 86 horses. Farlin also notes that he has sent three sacks of oats to Redway in Kelly's Creek and delevered two sacks to Redway's team located in Camp Piatt. The oats were to make up for the shortage of forage supplies during the last ten days.
[Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara Fentress, March 1, 1865]
Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara that is badly faded. It appears that he is setting up a room. He also seems to be making plans to visit home.
[Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, March 29, 1863]
Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara in which he says that he despaired of receiving another letter from her after waiting a month between letters. David describes what they had to leave behind when the order to move out came. He also lists what he took with him. He recounts the meeting with his mother when he returned to her home after moving to Texas. He remarks that for once she hand nothing to say. He tells Clara he raced her mare. He appreciates the hat she gave him. He explains about the care of peach trees. He also says that he thinks it would be best to allow a slave, Rhett, to marry her beau. He ends the letter by sending his love to her and the children.
[Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, March 31, 1862]
Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara in which he sends news of arriving at Camp Terry, near Austin, Texas. He describes his housing conditions, the items that were purchased and their three week supply of provisions. He also updates her on his health. He asks that her father bring her to the camp to visit him.
[Letter from Maud C. Fentress to David Fentress, March 1, 1861]
Letter from Maud Fentress to her son David regarding the making of clothes for the family; a report that a man was killed by Indians; the military build up in the south; and her opinion of Abraham Lincoln.
[Letter from Maud C. Fentress to David Fentress, March 3, 1862]
Letter from Maud Fentress to her son, David Fentress giving him news of the war and describing its effects on her surrounding community.
[Letter from Maud C. Fentress to David Fentress, March 10, 1862]
Letter from Maud Fentress to her son, David Fentress, updating him on the events of the war and their impacts on the community, and pleading with him to write her more regularly. She also gives him news of family and friends. She also includes information on the lack of availability and rising cost of goods.
[Letter from Maud C. Fentress to David W. Fentress - March 1, 1856]
Letter to David Fentress from his mother, Maud, discussing a compromise for the "Jones suit" that she was able to work out with his Uncle John, other news from his uncle, and a note about the local doctor buying a 15-year-old girl.
[Letter from Maud C. Fentress to David W. Fentress, March 4, 1858]
Letter to David W. Fentress from his mother, Maud, discussing the receipt of his letter and his arrival at Prairie Lea; a request for Frank to write a letter informing Maud of his travels; a discussion of sending information and gifts; a brief discussion about marriage and gifts;a dialogue concerning "Episcopacy or Pickett"; news about the weather; the affect of the weather on the planting of crops; a discussion of real estate; a brief mention of Maud's health; a request for information on "how the presents went" and if pictures were received; a discussion requesting a visit from David's "Aunt", "Uncle", as well as from Tom and Frank; an ending statement requesting letters from David, Clara, and Frank.
[Letter from Maud C. Fentress to her son David Fentress - March 18, 1858]
Letter written by Maud Fentress to her son David in which she congratulates David and Clara on their recent marriage. She gives advice on buying land; discusses recent gifts she has sent; she sends information on family and friends; and Anne's illness and the treatment she received.
[Tax judgment sale receipt, March 14, 1905]
Tax judgment sale receipt for property sold to meet the state and city taxes for the years 1896-1903 in Douglas County, Nebraska.
[Envelope from Bettie Franklin to Charles B. Moore, March 1880]
An envelope addressed to C. B. Moore, Meliisa Collin County, Texas. A postal mark on the front reads: "Gallatin, Tenn; Mar [] 1880." On the back, a postal mark reads: "Melissa, Collin Co., Texas; Mar 14 [1880]." A handwritten note on the front reads: "Betty Franklin; Received March []; 1880."
[Letter from Bettie Franklin and Matilda Dodd to Sis and Mr. Moore, March 17, 1879]
Matilda had received and written back already, but hasn't heard anything from them yet. She says that they are doing well, but the county is sick with pneumonia. They have been gardening in the dry weather, but it might frost. She doesn't expect any peaches because of the bad weather. She should finish her quilt by tomorrow. Mrs. Nay died and Peat Wallace lost is youngest son. She is afraid to leave her house at night because of wild hogs. She hopes they are well and asks that they write back soon. Bettie says she has been enjoying good weather and has planted irish potatoes, beets, and parsnips. She asks if Mr. Moore paid the doctor and she wanted to help. Pete Wallace's son was buried last Friday. She went to town and got some dishes and looked at a stove. Abe is going to town to sell wood, she asks that they write back soon.
[Letters from Bettie Franklin, Matilda Dodd, and William Dodd to Mary Moore, March 11, 1876]
A letter to Mary Moore from her sister, Bettie Franklin, and her mother, Matilda Dodd. In the letter, Franklin tells Moore about the birth of her son. She tells Moore that she has not yet named the child and asks Moore to suggest a name. Dodd and Franklin both discuss the weather and the state of the farm. Franklin closes by sending her regards to Moore's husband, Charles B. Moore. In a separate letter from Moore's father, William Dodd, William talks about the weather and the state of the family and the farm. He tells Moore that he will send her care money soon. Included with this item is the envelope in which the letter was mailed. The envelope, postmarked March 13 from Gallatin, Tennessee, is addressed to Mrs. Mary A. Moore in Mckinney, Collin County, Texas.
[Assignment of mortgage, March 28, 1908]
Assignment of $500.00 mortgage for half interest in lots 3 and 4 in Hagerman, New Mexico from Bob Perryman to Levi Perryman. Mortgage payable to W.T. Holliway by April 1, 1908.
[Receipt of Levi Perryman, March 31, 1879]
Received of Levi Perryman the amount of $232.77 for execution issed from the District Court of Wise County in case No. 619. Collected from D. E. Bramon. Signed by District Clerk of Wise County.
[Reciept for the Weekly Union and American, 1861]
Receipt for the Tri-Weekly Union and American (the "Tri" has been crossed out) for L. Moore of Unionville, Tennessee. The subscription was good from March 14, 1861 to September 14, 1861 and cost one dollar.
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