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- [Account of Wallace Family History]
- This document is an undated account of the Wallace family history from the Charles B. Moore Collection. The Wallace family were kin to Charles Moore through his grandmother Elizabeth Wallace Moore. He details the lives of Mary and Joseph Wallace including their spouses names, where they settled, if they had any children, and when they died. It is damaged along the edges of the letter and some words are missing due to the damage.
- [Envelope from John Barr and Anna Barr addressed to Charles Moore, December 4, 1865]
- Envelope from John and Anna Barr addressed to Charles Moore. It was sent from Jerseyville, Illinois, to Unionville, Tennessee. "Jerseyville Ill. Dec 4" and "Due 3" has been stamped on the envelope in ink.
- [Envelope from John C. Barr addressed to Charles Moore, July 3, 1865]
- An envelope from John C. Barr addressed to Charles Moore. Its contents can be found in CBM_2079-020-004.
- [Envelope from Josephus Moore addressed to Charles Moore, May 13, 1865]
- Envelope from Josephus Moore addressed to Charles Moore. The post mark indicates that it was sent through Shelbyville, Tennessee. The stamp has been removed.
- [Envelope from Ziza Moore and Josephus Moore addressed to Charles Moore, July 19, 1864]
- Envelope from Ziza Moore and Josephus Moore addressed to Charles Moore. The post mark denotes that it was sent from Shelbyville, Tennessee, on July 19, 1864. The envelope originally contained the letter CBM_2079-018-001.
- [Flyer Advertising Diamonds]
- Flyer advertising the sale of cheaper diamonds from Otto Wettstein in Rochelle, Illinois, a business founded in 1857.
- [Letter from Charles B. Moore to Elvira D. Moore, July 7, 1850]
- Letter from Charles Moore to Elvira Moore discussing his recent trip to Jerseyville, the Fourth of July celebrations there and the progress that community had made, farming, seeing King Lear at the theatre, building engines, and news of family and friends. There is an envelope addressed to Elvira D. Moore, Unionville P O, Bedford County, Tennessee. It is postmarked Nashville, and July 7, 1850 is written in pencil at the top.
- [Letter from Charles B. Moore to Patty Brown, March 1891]
- This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Moore to Patty Brown. In the letter, Charles discusses the Annie Laura story and gives Brown a brief, yet detailed family history. Highlighting major life events, he notes how he was born in Gallatin, moved to Texas, and moved away from Texas during the war. He also details his work with mills,how he changed career paths, and when he was married. This letter is dated March 1891.
- [Letter from Charles Moore, March 1, 1864]
- Letter from Charles Moore to an unidentified person discussing family matters and news. He also writes about the exemptions a person could have to get out of compulsory military service in the south: owning 600 cattle, owning 20 slaves, or being in the ministry. He mentions a Unionist friend who escaped service via the latter. He states that 42 men have been hanged for their Union sympathies.
- [Letter from Charles Moore to Elvira, Josephus, Matilda, and Ziza Moore, January 21, 1865]
- Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus, Elvira, Matilda, and Ziza Moore in which a transcribed letter from John Dixon recounts lawless times in Izard County, Arkansas. Charles goes on to write about his opinions on law and order, and then relays local news about friends and family.
- [Letter from Charles Moore to Elvira Moore, June 5, 1865]
- Letter from Charles Moore to Elvira Moore regarding family health, a successful crop, and the postwar fate of some people known to his family.
- [Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore and Elvira Moore, January 14, 1865]
- Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore and Elvira Moore that contains a transcribed letter from John Dixon. Dixon's letter contains news of refugees and of Henry Moore. Charles' letter contains local news and news of widespread friends and family members.
- [Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore and family, March 6, 1864]
- Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore and family, discussing local and family news. There has been a rash of horse thieving in the area. A Union deserter, Captain Mortimer Scott, is among the twelve men captured.
- [Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, April 15, 1865]
- Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore relaying news from Henry and Sabina Moore about Confederate banditry, followed by other local news regarding the Civil War winding down.
- [Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, February 29, 1864]
- Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore discussing both family news and news of the Civil War. Questions over who is a Confederate or Union sympathizer are raised. Sam Houston's death is mentioned. In addition, there is news of a small colony of Union sympathizers has formed around Pilot Grove that asks to be left alone.
- [Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, July 12, 1864]
- Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore about local news and discussing politics. Charles discusses the war, the fall of Atlanta, and the death of Union General James McPherson. Portions of the letter have been omitted due to damage.
- [Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, June 15, 1864]
- Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, wherein Charles copies and forwards a letter from Jim Wilson to be sent to Wilson's family. Jim Wilson is writing from Rock Island Prison in Illinois, thanking Charles for his offer of money and offering some news.
- [Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, March 13, 1864]
- Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, in which Charles has copied and forwarded a message from Captain C. C. Allen regarding the pervasive thievery in Izard County, Arkansas, and that Moore would do well not to return. He also discusses some local news, including further arrests of a gang of horse thieves.
- [Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, May 25, 1864]
- Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, relating local and family news, as well as news about the continuing war. Charles gives a brief account of his conscription into the Confederate army and expresses a desire to never be caught by Confederates again. He gives some news on the various troop movements and battles.
- [Letter from Charles Moore to Liza Moore, September 19, 1864]
- Letter from Charles Moore to Liza Moore, wherein Charles talks about troubles coming from the war and hoping for peace to come soon. He copies a letter from his Uncle W. C. "Bill" Moore regarding the sacking of Atlanta.
- [Letter from Charles Moore to Ziza Moore, May 24, 1865]
- Letter from Charles Moore to Ziza Moore comparing the Civil War to the American Revolution, considering the future of the nation, and relaying local news.
- [Letter from J. C. and Mary A. Barr to Charles B. Moore, December 3, 1865]
- Letter sent to Charles B. Moore from J. C. Barr discussing oil drilling in Jersey County, the health of acquaintances, railroad construction, farming, weather, as well as other family and local news. The third page of the letter is a segment added by Mary A. Barr discussing family life including visiting and gardening.
- [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 Jane Atkisson to Charles Moore, April 23, 1865]
- Letter from Jane Atkisson to Charles Moore with some local news and a request that Charles write to Tennessee on her behalf.
- [Letter from John C. Barr to Charles Moore, July 3, 1865]
- Letter from John C. Barr in which he copies a letter from Henry Moore to Charles Moore. Henry relays news crops, jayhawkers, and of his impending surrender to the federal forces. In a second part of the letter, Barr mentions that he has received two letters addressed to Charles and then goes into local news.
- [Letter from Josephus Moore to Charles Moore, June 26, 1864]
- Letter from Josephus Moore to Charles Moore in which Josephus shares his harsh views about the South, some war news, local news. In addition, he notes that he has a large crop to harvest.
- [Letter from Julia A. Barr to the Moore family, December 3, 1888]
- This item is from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Julia A. Barr, Henry and Charles Moore's cousin. In the letter, Julia updates the Moore family on the happenings in Jerseyville, Illinois and the news includes: a dialogue about meeting cousin George Wilson in Eureka Springs, Arkansas while on a trip there, a discussion about the people that accompanied here on the trip and how long she stayed, details concerning the people she meet in Eureka Springs, a conversation about Seella, her two children, and Polly, a dialogue about their helper who was discharged over a year ago and how they are getting along without him, an update on the bountiful crops and how good rain has made it possible for people to get out of debt, a discussion about "Aunt" Sally Smith and Uncle Abner's family, a dialogue about Sottie Knaff's daughter, details about the Goodrich family, an aside about the town of Jerseyville, a dialogue about Mrs. O. P. Powell's children, a discussion about Wilson Cross and Ida Barr Cross, details about Fannie and her love for entertaining, updates on family, a dialogue about Barr's California trip and the places they stopped at along the way, details about the trip and the cities and sites Barr saw in California, a discussion about the trip back home to Illinois and details about their stop in Salt Lake City, an aside on how lovely the topography was from Salt Lake to Denver, a discussion on her return home, and a dialogue about recent plans. She closes the letter by asking how Linnet was doing, asks the Moore family to write soon, and sends her love to all. The envelope is included with the letter.
- [Letter from Mary A. Barr to Charles B. Moore, November 13, 1887]
- Letter from Mary A. Barr talking about improvements made to her property and her livestock. Talks about her daughter Julia and her travels. Tells about a trip she took with the Odd Fellows to Denver Colorado, including stops in Kansas City, Topeka, and Hutchinson Kansas. She rode the train which included an entire car filled with California fruit that they could have. She also talks about family she visited in Atlanta, Georgia. Includes original envelope.
- [Letter from Mrs C. D. Ham to C. B. Moore, February 14, 1884]
- Letter from Mrs. C. D. Hamm to Charles B. Moore. The bulk of the letter lists the Hamm family genealogy, giving names and death dates. The younger generation is listed according to marital status and number of children. The envelope is with the letter. The letter is written on the Mount Vernon National Bank stationary.
- [Letter from Travis Winham to C. B. Moore, July 22, 1889]
- His health and the health of his wife and Lyke are well. Lyke and him went to go visit Lou Wallace. He also visited with Wallace's mother, Bet Wallace, Jimmy Wallace and one of Bet's sons. He met both of Dr. Bill Love's sons. He did not learn a lot about his relatives while there and so won't try to remember what he did. He was glad to hear that Moore and the rest of his family was doing so well. He then talks about his religious beliefs. He will try to visit with them when they come visit.
- [Name Card]
- A name card from the C. B. Moore Collection. This card has the name John J. Ligstein printed on it in script. It also has the city Chicago printed on it on the lower right hand corner of the card.
- [Newspaper Clipping: Prisoners of War for Exchange]
- A newspaper clipping listing the names and regiments of all prisoners of war who were transferred to Alton for exchange.
- [Portrait of Josephus Moore]
- Photograph of Josephus Moore sitting. He is wearing a dark coat and a light colored vest. His right eye appears closed. On the back is written "DA Lee, Jerseyville, Ill."
- Stephen T. Rivers [Business Card]
- A business card for Stephen T. Rives from the C. B. Moore Collection. This business card details the Rives' line of work which was a livestock commission merchant. The card notes that Rives' office was located in the National Stock Yards in East St. Louis, Illinois.
- [Transcript of Letter from Charles B. Moore to Elvira Moore, July 7, 1850]
- Transcript of a letter Charles Moore to Elvira Moore discussing his recent trip to Jerseyville, the Fourth of July celebrations there and the progress that community had made, farming, seeing King Lear at the theatre, building engines, and news of family and friends.
- [Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to an unknown person, March 1, 1864]
- Transcript of a letter from Charles Moore to an unknown person. Charles discusses family matters and news. He also writes about the exemptions a person could have to get out of compulsory military service in the south: owning 600 cattle, owning 20 slaves, or being in the ministry. He mentions a Unionist friend who escaped service via the latter. He states that 42 men have been hanged for their Union sympathies.
- [Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Elvira Moore, June 5, 1865]
- Transcript of a letter from Charles Moore to Elvira Moore regarding family health, a successful crop, and the postwar fate of some people known to his family.
- [Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore and Elvira Moore, January 14, 1865]
- Transcript of a letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore and Elvira Moore that contains a transcribed letter from John Dixon. Dixon's letter contains news of refugees and of Henry Moore. Charles' letter contains local news and news of widespread friends and family members.
- [Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore and family, March 6, 1864]
- Transcript of a letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore and family, discussing local and family news. There has been a rash of horse thieving in the area. A Union deserter, Captain Mortimer Scott, is among the twelve men captured.
- [Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, April 15, 1865]
- Transcript of a letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore relaying news from Henry and Sabina Moore about Confederate banditry, followed by other local news regarding the Civil War winding down.
- [Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, February 29, 1864]
- Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore discussing both family news and news of the Civil War. Questions over who is a Confederate or Union sympathizer are raised. Sam Houston's death is mentioned. In addition, there is news of a small colony of Union sympathizers has formed around Pilot Grove that asks to be left alone.
- [Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, July 12, 1864]
- Transcript of a letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore about local news and discussing politics. Charles discusses the war, the fall of Atlanta, and the death of Union General James McPherson. Portions of the letter have been omitted due to damage.
- [Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, June 15, 1864]
- Transcript of a letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, wherein Charles copies and forwards a letter from Jim Wilson to be sent to Wilson's family. Jim Wilson is writing from Rock Island Prison in Illinois, thanking Charles for his offer of money and offering some news.
- [Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, March 13, 1864]
- Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, in which Charles has copied and forwarded a message from Captain C. C. Allen regarding the pervasive thievery in Izard County, Arkansas, and that Moore would do well not to return. He also discusses some local news, including further arrests of a gang of horse thieves.
- [Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, May 25, 1864]
- Transcript of a letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, relating local and family news, as well as news about the continuing war. Charles gives a brief account of his conscription into the Confederate army and expresses a desire to never be caught by Confederates again. He gives some news on the various troop movements and battles.
- [Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Liza Moore, September 19, 1864]
- Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Liza Moore, wherein Charles talks about troubles coming from the war and hoping for peace to come soon. He copies a letter from his Uncle H. C. "Bill" Moore regarding the sacking of Atlanta.
- [Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Ziza Moore, May 24, 1865]
- Transcript of a letter from Charles Moore to Ziza Moore comparing the Civil War to the American Revolution, considering the future of the nation, and relaying local news.
- [Transcript of letter from from Charles Moore to Elvira, Josephus, Matilda, and Ziza Moore, January 21, 1865]
- Transcript of a letter from Charles Moore to Josephus, Elvira, Matilda, and Ziza Moore in which a transcribed letter from John Dixon recounts lawless times in Izard County, Arkansas. Charles goes on to write about his opinions on law and order, and then relays local news about friends and family.
- [Transcript of Letter from J. C. and Mary A. Barr to Charles B. Moore, December 3, 1865]
- Transcript of a letter sent to Charles B. Moore from J. C. Barr discussing oil drilling in Jersey County, the health of acquaintances, railroad construction, farming, weather, as well as other family and local news. The third page of the letter is a segment added by Mary A. Barr discussing family life including visiting and gardening.
- [Transcript of letter from Jane Atkisson to Charles Moore, April 23, 1865]
- Transcript of a letter from Jane Atkisson to Charles Moore with some local news and a request that Charles write to Tennessee on her behalf.