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Title: John Wheeler Letter : March 29, 1863
Creator: Wheeler, John L. (Of Cattaraugus County, N.Y.)
Date: 1863-03-29
Collection: John Wheeler Papers (c.00006)
Description: This is a letter from John Wheeler, a union soldier, to his mother Sarah Wheeler. Rumors around the camp are that Charleston is being attacked, and their company will move to the front as soon as the roads dry. The weather is still pretty cold, and the company has been busy buildling up the camp. That winter, they created two depots for the Quarter Master and the Comissory Departments, over 50 barracks, dining halls, cook rooms, offices, hopsitals, stables, a blacksmithery, and storage...
Show moreThis is a letter from John Wheeler, a union soldier, to his mother Sarah Wheeler. Rumors around the camp are that Charleston is being attacked, and their company will move to the front as soon as the roads dry. The weather is still pretty cold, and the company has been busy buildling up the camp. That winter, they created two depots for the Quarter Master and the Comissory Departments, over 50 barracks, dining halls, cook rooms, offices, hopsitals, stables, a blacksmithery, and storage buildings. There is much more building they are planning on doing as well.
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Title: John Wheeler Letter : March 29, 1863 Page 1
Creator: Wheeler, John L. (Of Cattaraugus County, N.Y.)
Date: 1863-03-29
Collection: John Wheeler Papers (c.00006)
Description: This is a letter from John Wheeler, a union soldier, to his mother Sarah Wheeler. Rumors around the camp are that Charleston is being attacked, and their company will move to the front as soon as the roads dry. The weather is still pretty cold, and the company has been busy buildling up the camp. That winter, they created two depots for the Quarter Master and the Comissory Departments, over 50 barracks, dining halls, cook rooms, offices, hopsitals, stables, a blacksmithery, and storage...
Show moreThis is a letter from John Wheeler, a union soldier, to his mother Sarah Wheeler. Rumors around the camp are that Charleston is being attacked, and their company will move to the front as soon as the roads dry. The weather is still pretty cold, and the company has been busy buildling up the camp. That winter, they created two depots for the Quarter Master and the Comissory Departments, over 50 barracks, dining halls, cook rooms, offices, hopsitals, stables, a blacksmithery, and storage buildings. There is much more building they are planning on doing as well.
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Title: John Wheeler Letter : March 29, 1863 Page 2
Creator: Wheeler, John L. (Of Cattaraugus County, N.Y.)
Date: 1863-03-29
Collection: John Wheeler Papers (c.00006)
Description: This is a letter from John Wheeler, a union soldier, to his mother Sarah Wheeler. Rumors around the camp are that Charleston is being attacked, and their company will move to the front as soon as the roads dry. The weather is still pretty cold, and the company has been busy buildling up the camp. That winter, they created two depots for the Quarter Master and the Comissory Departments, over 50 barracks, dining halls, cook rooms, offices, hopsitals, stables, a blacksmithery, and storage...
Show moreThis is a letter from John Wheeler, a union soldier, to his mother Sarah Wheeler. Rumors around the camp are that Charleston is being attacked, and their company will move to the front as soon as the roads dry. The weather is still pretty cold, and the company has been busy buildling up the camp. That winter, they created two depots for the Quarter Master and the Comissory Departments, over 50 barracks, dining halls, cook rooms, offices, hopsitals, stables, a blacksmithery, and storage buildings. There is much more building they are planning on doing as well.
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Title: John Wheeler Letter : March 29, 1863 Page 3
Creator: Wheeler, John L. (Of Cattaraugus County, N.Y.)
Date: 1863-03-29
Collection: John Wheeler Papers (c.00006)
Description: This is a letter from John Wheeler, a union soldier, to his mother Sarah Wheeler. Rumors around the camp are that Charleston is being attacked, and their company will move to the front as soon as the roads dry. The weather is still pretty cold, and the company has been busy buildling up the camp. That winter, they created two depots for the Quarter Master and the Comissory Departments, over 50 barracks, dining halls, cook rooms, offices, hopsitals, stables, a blacksmithery, and storage...
Show moreThis is a letter from John Wheeler, a union soldier, to his mother Sarah Wheeler. Rumors around the camp are that Charleston is being attacked, and their company will move to the front as soon as the roads dry. The weather is still pretty cold, and the company has been busy buildling up the camp. That winter, they created two depots for the Quarter Master and the Comissory Departments, over 50 barracks, dining halls, cook rooms, offices, hopsitals, stables, a blacksmithery, and storage buildings. There is much more building they are planning on doing as well.
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Title: John Wheeler Letter : March 29, 1863 Page 4
Creator: Wheeler, John L. (Of Cattaraugus County, N.Y.)
Date: 1863-03-29
Collection: John Wheeler Papers (c.00006)
Description: This is a letter from John Wheeler, a union soldier, to his mother Sarah Wheeler. Rumors around the camp are that Charleston is being attacked, and their company will move to the front as soon as the roads dry. The weather is still pretty cold, and the company has been busy buildling up the camp. That winter, they created two depots for the Quarter Master and the Comissory Departments, over 50 barracks, dining halls, cook rooms, offices, hopsitals, stables, a blacksmithery, and storage...
Show moreThis is a letter from John Wheeler, a union soldier, to his mother Sarah Wheeler. Rumors around the camp are that Charleston is being attacked, and their company will move to the front as soon as the roads dry. The weather is still pretty cold, and the company has been busy buildling up the camp. That winter, they created two depots for the Quarter Master and the Comissory Departments, over 50 barracks, dining halls, cook rooms, offices, hopsitals, stables, a blacksmithery, and storage buildings. There is much more building they are planning on doing as well.
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Title: John Wheeler Letter : May 13, 1862
Creator: Wheeler, John L. (Of Cattaraugus County, N.Y.)
Date: 1862-05-13
Collection: John Wheeler Papers (c.00006)
Description: This is a letter from John Wheeler, a union soldier, to his mother. Wheeler is in Yorktown, which he describes as a safe place to be during the war. He predicts that the war will be over by July of 1862. A friend of his is in the hospital, and another friend just was released from the hospital. He talks about sending some things home, including traps and personal items he wishes not be opened.

Title: John Wheeler Letter : May 13, 1862 Page 1
Creator: Wheeler, John L. (Of Cattaraugus County, N.Y.)
Date: 1862-05-13
Collection: John Wheeler Papers (c.00006)
Description: This is a letter from John Wheeler, a union soldier, to his mother. Wheeler is in Yorktown, which he describes as a safe place to be during the war. He predicts that the war will be over by July of 1862. A friend of his is in the hospital, and another friend just was released from the hospital. He talks about sending some things home, including traps and personal items he wishes not be opened.

Title: John Wheeler Letter : May 13, 1862 Page 2
Creator: Wheeler, John L. (Of Cattaraugus County, N.Y.)
Date: 1862-05-13
Collection: John Wheeler Papers (c.00006)
Description: This is a letter from John Wheeler, a union soldier, to his mother. Wheeler is in Yorktown, which he describes as a safe place to be during the war. He predicts that the war will be over by July of 1862. A friend of his is in the hospital, and another friend just was released from the hospital. He talks about sending some things home, including traps and personal items he wishes not be opened.

Title: Albert W. Barber Letter : November 23, 1862 Page 2
Creator: Barber, Albert W.
Date: 1862-11-23
Collection: William Lickly Family Papers (c.00434)
Description: Albert W. Barber writes to brother William and sister Malvina noting that the boys are well, Michael is the same although Bryant is gaining. He also notes that he was thankful for their letters and box. Barber details that many are sick and taking refuge in hospitals, although some such as John McCartny have died. Barber writes of his hope for all in the army to reconnect with God in hopes of recognizing that life is not permanent. Barber details that there is rumor the troops will be...
Show moreAlbert W. Barber writes to brother William and sister Malvina noting that the boys are well, Michael is the same although Bryant is gaining. He also notes that he was thankful for their letters and box. Barber details that many are sick and taking refuge in hospitals, although some such as John McCartny have died. Barber writes of his hope for all in the army to reconnect with God in hopes of recognizing that life is not permanent. Barber details that there is rumor the troops will be marching to Vicksburg, and addresses his sister Malvina in particular in regards to corn-husking. Barber concluded by again detailing the trivial task of picket duty.
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Title: Albert W. Barber Letter : November 23, 1862 Page 3
Creator: Barber, Albert W.
Date: 1862-11-23
Collection: William Lickly Family Papers (c.00434)
Description: Albert W. Barber writes to brother William and sister Malvina noting that the boys are well, Michael is the same although Bryant is gaining. He also notes that he was thankful for their letters and box. Barber details that many are sick and taking refuge in hospitals, although some such as John McCartny have died. Barber writes of his hope for all in the army to reconnect with God in hopes of recognizing that life is not permanent. Barber details that there is rumor the troops will be...
Show moreAlbert W. Barber writes to brother William and sister Malvina noting that the boys are well, Michael is the same although Bryant is gaining. He also notes that he was thankful for their letters and box. Barber details that many are sick and taking refuge in hospitals, although some such as John McCartny have died. Barber writes of his hope for all in the army to reconnect with God in hopes of recognizing that life is not permanent. Barber details that there is rumor the troops will be marching to Vicksburg, and addresses his sister Malvina in particular in regards to corn-husking. Barber concluded by again detailing the trivial task of picket duty.
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Title: Albert W. Barber Letter : November 23, 1862 Page 4
Creator: Barber, Albert W.
Date: 1862-11-23
Collection: William Lickly Family Papers (c.00434)
Description: Albert W. Barber writes to brother William and sister Malvina noting that the boys are well, Michael is the same although Bryant is gaining. He also notes that he was thankful for their letters and box. Barber details that many are sick and taking refuge in hospitals, although some such as John McCartny have died. Barber writes of his hope for all in the army to reconnect with God in hopes of recognizing that life is not permanent. Barber details that there is rumor the troops will be...
Show moreAlbert W. Barber writes to brother William and sister Malvina noting that the boys are well, Michael is the same although Bryant is gaining. He also notes that he was thankful for their letters and box. Barber details that many are sick and taking refuge in hospitals, although some such as John McCartny have died. Barber writes of his hope for all in the army to reconnect with God in hopes of recognizing that life is not permanent. Barber details that there is rumor the troops will be marching to Vicksburg, and addresses his sister Malvina in particular in regards to corn-husking. Barber concluded by again detailing the trivial task of picket duty.
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Title: Ralph E. Stout Letter : December 14, 1862
Creator: Stout, Ralph E.
Date: 1862-12-14
Collection: William Lickly Family Papers (c.00434)
Description: Ralph E. Stout writes to his friend Olivia, opening with an opinionated statement on her engagement and stating that she must instead find peace and happiness. He continues by detailing how he came across a particular wallpaper in a building that was to be turned into a hospital for the war. Stout asks about Barry and Albert, and requests that Olivia tell them and Mary to write to him. Stout details his opinions surrounding war, and concludes by noting that three men have died.

Title: James Lickly Letter : February 17, 1863
Creator: Lickly, James, 1823-1864
Date: 1863-02-17
Collection: William Lickly Family Papers (c.00434)
Description: James Lickly writes a letter to his brother William, detailing that his health is improving. Lickly states that Mrs. Thorn exaggerated the state of the boys to those back home, and that it was also a mistaken report that claimed he would be taking the position of first sergeant. Lickly clarifies that he has actually been appointed fifth sergeant, and that George Brewster is first sergeant. He continues by noting that Captain Hill has been discharged due to physical inability, and that...
Show moreJames Lickly writes a letter to his brother William, detailing that his health is improving. Lickly states that Mrs. Thorn exaggerated the state of the boys to those back home, and that it was also a mistaken report that claimed he would be taking the position of first sergeant. Lickly clarifies that he has actually been appointed fifth sergeant, and that George Brewster is first sergeant. He continues by noting that Captain Hill has been discharged due to physical inability, and that Lieutenant Turner has also resigned and been sent home. Lickly writes that Lieutenant Hill, Captain Hill's brother, is currently commanding the company and that Ed Champlin is Second Lieutenant. Lickly continues by detailing that Ralph Stout has a fever and was sent to the hospital, joining Philip Conklin, Albert Carver, and Michael Howland there. Lickly concludes by writing that he does not suspect the war will last because many men are sick and unsuitable for duty, and asks that William tell him of the draft in Wright.
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Title: James Lickly Letter : February 17, 1863 Page 1
Creator: Lickly, James, 1823-1864
Date: 1863-02-17
Collection: William Lickly Family Papers (c.00434)
Description: James Lickly writes a letter to his brother William, detailing that his health is improving. Lickly states that Mrs. Thorn exaggerated the state of the boys to those back home, and that it was also a mistaken report that claimed he would be taking the position of first sergeant. Lickly clarifies that he has actually been appointed fifth sergeant, and that George Brewster is first sergeant. He continues by noting that Captain Hill has been discharged due to physical inability, and that...
Show moreJames Lickly writes a letter to his brother William, detailing that his health is improving. Lickly states that Mrs. Thorn exaggerated the state of the boys to those back home, and that it was also a mistaken report that claimed he would be taking the position of first sergeant. Lickly clarifies that he has actually been appointed fifth sergeant, and that George Brewster is first sergeant. He continues by noting that Captain Hill has been discharged due to physical inability, and that Lieutenant Turner has also resigned and been sent home. Lickly writes that Lieutenant Hill, Captain Hill's brother, is currently commanding the company and that Ed Champlin is Second Lieutenant. Lickly continues by detailing that Ralph Stout has a fever and was sent to the hospital, joining Philip Conklin, Albert Carver, and Michael Howland there. Lickly concludes by writing that he does not suspect the war will last because many men are sick and unsuitable for duty, and asks that William tell him of the draft in Wright.
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Title: James Lickly Letter : February 17, 1863 Page 2
Creator: Lickly, James, 1823-1864
Date: 1863-02-17
Collection: William Lickly Family Papers (c.00434)
Description: James Lickly writes a letter to his brother William, detailing that his health is improving. Lickly states that Mrs. Thorn exaggerated the state of the boys to those back home, and that it was also a mistaken report that claimed he would be taking the position of first sergeant. Lickly clarifies that he has actually been appointed fifth sergeant, and that George Brewster is first sergeant. He continues by noting that Captain Hill has been discharged due to physical inability, and that...
Show moreJames Lickly writes a letter to his brother William, detailing that his health is improving. Lickly states that Mrs. Thorn exaggerated the state of the boys to those back home, and that it was also a mistaken report that claimed he would be taking the position of first sergeant. Lickly clarifies that he has actually been appointed fifth sergeant, and that George Brewster is first sergeant. He continues by noting that Captain Hill has been discharged due to physical inability, and that Lieutenant Turner has also resigned and been sent home. Lickly writes that Lieutenant Hill, Captain Hill's brother, is currently commanding the company and that Ed Champlin is Second Lieutenant. Lickly continues by detailing that Ralph Stout has a fever and was sent to the hospital, joining Philip Conklin, Albert Carver, and Michael Howland there. Lickly concludes by writing that he does not suspect the war will last because many men are sick and unsuitable for duty, and asks that William tell him of the draft in Wright.
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Title: James Lickly Letter : February 17, 1863 Page 3
Creator: Lickly, James, 1823-1864
Date: 1863-02-17
Collection: William Lickly Family Papers (c.00434)
Description: James Lickly writes a letter to his brother William, detailing that his health is improving. Lickly states that Mrs. Thorn exaggerated the state of the boys to those back home, and that it was also a mistaken report that claimed he would be taking the position of first sergeant. Lickly clarifies that he has actually been appointed fifth sergeant, and that George Brewster is first sergeant. He continues by noting that Captain Hill has been discharged due to physical inability, and that...
Show moreJames Lickly writes a letter to his brother William, detailing that his health is improving. Lickly states that Mrs. Thorn exaggerated the state of the boys to those back home, and that it was also a mistaken report that claimed he would be taking the position of first sergeant. Lickly clarifies that he has actually been appointed fifth sergeant, and that George Brewster is first sergeant. He continues by noting that Captain Hill has been discharged due to physical inability, and that Lieutenant Turner has also resigned and been sent home. Lickly writes that Lieutenant Hill, Captain Hill's brother, is currently commanding the company and that Ed Champlin is Second Lieutenant. Lickly continues by detailing that Ralph Stout has a fever and was sent to the hospital, joining Philip Conklin, Albert Carver, and Michael Howland there. Lickly concludes by writing that he does not suspect the war will last because many men are sick and unsuitable for duty, and asks that William tell him of the draft in Wright.
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Title: James Lickly Letter : February 17, 1863 Page 4
Creator: Lickly, James, 1823-1864
Date: 1863-02-17
Collection: William Lickly Family Papers (c.00434)
Description: James Lickly writes a letter to his brother William, detailing that his health is improving. Lickly states that Mrs. Thorn exaggerated the state of the boys to those back home, and that it was also a mistaken report that claimed he would be taking the position of first sergeant. Lickly clarifies that he has actually been appointed fifth sergeant, and that George Brewster is first sergeant. He continues by noting that Captain Hill has been discharged due to physical inability, and that...
Show moreJames Lickly writes a letter to his brother William, detailing that his health is improving. Lickly states that Mrs. Thorn exaggerated the state of the boys to those back home, and that it was also a mistaken report that claimed he would be taking the position of first sergeant. Lickly clarifies that he has actually been appointed fifth sergeant, and that George Brewster is first sergeant. He continues by noting that Captain Hill has been discharged due to physical inability, and that Lieutenant Turner has also resigned and been sent home. Lickly writes that Lieutenant Hill, Captain Hill's brother, is currently commanding the company and that Ed Champlin is Second Lieutenant. Lickly continues by detailing that Ralph Stout has a fever and was sent to the hospital, joining Philip Conklin, Albert Carver, and Michael Howland there. Lickly concludes by writing that he does not suspect the war will last because many men are sick and unsuitable for duty, and asks that William tell him of the draft in Wright.
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Title: K Letter : March 7, 1863
Date: 1863-03-07
Collection: William Lickly Family Papers (c.00434)
Description: K, supposedly Kin Shepardson, writes a letter to his friends William and Malvina, detailing that he has been sick and in the Hospital for quite some time. K notes that he has not felt like writing, and since the regiment left for Danville, he has felt rather lonely. He writes that he trusts God is bringing him out of his sickness, and notes that Michael Howland, who is also in the hospital, is doing worse. K details that he fears he will not receive mail because he believes it is still being...
Show moreK, supposedly Kin Shepardson, writes a letter to his friends William and Malvina, detailing that he has been sick and in the Hospital for quite some time. K notes that he has not felt like writing, and since the regiment left for Danville, he has felt rather lonely. He writes that he trusts God is bringing him out of his sickness, and notes that Michael Howland, who is also in the hospital, is doing worse. K details that he fears he will not receive mail because he believes it is still being sent to Camp Ella Bishop rather than the hospital. K continues by describing the diet and means of sleep of soldiers, to Malvina in particular, and confirms that the captain has resigned and gone home. K concludes his letter by writing that he misses their Sunday prayer meetings and hopes to one day return to them.
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Title: K Letter : March 7, 1863 Page 1
Date: 1863-03-07
Collection: William Lickly Family Papers (c.00434)
Description: K, supposedly Kin Shepardson, writes a letter to his friends William and Malvina, detailing that he has been sick and in the Hospital for quite some time. K notes that he has not felt like writing, and since the regiment left for Danville, he has felt rather lonely. He writes that he trusts God is bringing him out of his sickness, and notes that Michael Howland, who is also in the hospital, is doing worse. K details that he fears he will not receive mail because he believes it is still being...
Show moreK, supposedly Kin Shepardson, writes a letter to his friends William and Malvina, detailing that he has been sick and in the Hospital for quite some time. K notes that he has not felt like writing, and since the regiment left for Danville, he has felt rather lonely. He writes that he trusts God is bringing him out of his sickness, and notes that Michael Howland, who is also in the hospital, is doing worse. K details that he fears he will not receive mail because he believes it is still being sent to Camp Ella Bishop rather than the hospital. K continues by describing the diet and means of sleep of soldiers, to Malvina in particular, and confirms that the captain has resigned and gone home. K concludes his letter by writing that he misses their Sunday prayer meetings and hopes to one day return to them.
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Title: K Letter : March 7, 1863 Page 2
Date: 1863-03-07
Collection: William Lickly Family Papers (c.00434)
Description: K, supposedly Kin Shepardson, writes a letter to his friends William and Malvina, detailing that he has been sick and in the Hospital for quite some time. K notes that he has not felt like writing, and since the regiment left for Danville, he has felt rather lonely. He writes that he trusts God is bringing him out of his sickness, and notes that Michael Howland, who is also in the hospital, is doing worse. K details that he fears he will not receive mail because he believes it is still being...
Show moreK, supposedly Kin Shepardson, writes a letter to his friends William and Malvina, detailing that he has been sick and in the Hospital for quite some time. K notes that he has not felt like writing, and since the regiment left for Danville, he has felt rather lonely. He writes that he trusts God is bringing him out of his sickness, and notes that Michael Howland, who is also in the hospital, is doing worse. K details that he fears he will not receive mail because he believes it is still being sent to Camp Ella Bishop rather than the hospital. K continues by describing the diet and means of sleep of soldiers, to Malvina in particular, and confirms that the captain has resigned and gone home. K concludes his letter by writing that he misses their Sunday prayer meetings and hopes to one day return to them.
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