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He worked at the Merchants National Bank for 43 years, and he also served on the Manchester council and on the Methodist Central Church board.","Perdue married Emma Jo-Cynthia Wingfield on October 27, 1869, and they had two children, James Robert Perdue, Jr. (September 07, 1870-May 12, 1963) and Lethia Wingfield Perdue Willis. Perdue died June 24, 1915, in Manchester.","Sources:","Virginia Department of Health; Richmond, Virginia; Virginia Deaths, 1912-2014. On Ancestry.com, Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015. https://search.ancestrylibrary.com/cgi-bin/sse.dll?dbid=9278\u0026h=751984\u0026indiv=try. Accessed October 03, 2022.","Virginia Department of Health; Richmond, Virginia; Virginia Deaths, 1912-2014. On Ancestry.com, Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014 [database on-line]. 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Perdue, Superintendent of Manchester Sunday School, and it asks that the school perform again and raise funds for a new library, explaining that \"no one could object to giving twenty-five or fifty centers to so good a cause.\" The second correspondance is from Perdue stating that the school will host the performance once again on Thursday evening.","The seven obituaries, dated June 24-26, 1915, are for James R. Perdue. One headline reads, \"Death Claims J. R. Perdue, Faithful Citizen. Confederate Soldier, Bank Official, Beloved in Home and Church, His End is Peaceful.\"","The letter is to Marian from J. R. Perdue, Jr. and dates December 24, 1902. Perdue writes that Marian should use the enclosed funds to buy herself something, and wishes her a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.","One ledger contains clipped and handwritten remedies from 1905 to 1919. On the inside of the cover, J. R. Perdue, Jr., is written as the owner of the ledger, and he was the son of James R. Perdue. The remedies have a vast range of treatments for such items as hair growth, insomnia, cough and cold, poisons, and injuries.","The ledger with a child's doodlings and scrapbook clippings is missing most of the ledger details, but from what is visible, the earliest date is 1868. A child drew in pencil and blue crayon on the pages, making some of the original text illegible. After twenty-one pages, the ledger turns into a scrapbook with art clippings and book pages glued onto the original ledger pages. The back of the scrapbook includes the initials L. W. P., who was Lethia W. Perdue, the daughter of J. R. Perdue, and says it belongs to J. R. Perdue, Jr.","The copyright status of this collection is unknown. Copyright restrictions\nmay apply. 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After the war, he returned to Manchester, Henrico County, Virginia, where he resided until his death. He worked at the Merchants National Bank for 43 years, and he also served on the Manchester council and on the Methodist Central Church board.","Perdue married Emma Jo-Cynthia Wingfield on October 27, 1869, and they had two children, James Robert Perdue, Jr. (September 07, 1870-May 12, 1963) and Lethia Wingfield Perdue Willis. Perdue died June 24, 1915, in Manchester.","Sources:","Virginia Department of Health; Richmond, Virginia; Virginia Deaths, 1912-2014. On Ancestry.com, Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015. https://search.ancestrylibrary.com/cgi-bin/sse.dll?dbid=9278\u0026h=751984\u0026indiv=try. Accessed October 03, 2022.","Virginia Department of Health; Richmond, Virginia; Virginia Deaths, 1912-2014. On Ancestry.com, Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015. https://search.ancestrylibrary.com/cgi-bin/sse.dll?indiv=1\u0026dbid=9278\u0026h=992717. Accessed October 03, 2022.","Library of Virginia; Richmond, VA; Virginia Marriages, 1853-1935. Ancestry.com, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022. https://www.ancestrylibrary.com/discoveryui-content/view/229819:62154. Accessed October 03, 2022.","The guide to the James R. Perdue Family Collection by Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, is licensed under a CC0 (https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/public-domain/cc0/).","The processing, arrangement, and description of the James R. Perdue Family Collection was completed in October 2022.","This collection includes a program for the Battle of the Crater reunion, a Sunday School concert flyer, a letter, seven obituaries for James R. Perdue, a ledger with home remedies, and a ledger with a child's doodlings and scrapbook clippings.","The undated Battle of the Crater program includes a list of the camp and war scenes, including cavalry camp practice, evening parade, infantry picket post established, posting of cavalry vidette, night before the Battle of the Crater, signal rockets for mine explosion and federal charge, confederates on the retreat, and the finale.","The Sunday School concert flyer includes the date of Thursday evening, July 23rd, 1874. Manchester Methodist Sunday School hosts the event to raise funds for a library for the school. The flyer includes two correspondances. The first correspondance is from a visitor addressed to J. R. Perdue, Superintendent of Manchester Sunday School, and it asks that the school perform again and raise funds for a new library, explaining that \"no one could object to giving twenty-five or fifty centers to so good a cause.\" The second correspondance is from Perdue stating that the school will host the performance once again on Thursday evening.","The seven obituaries, dated June 24-26, 1915, are for James R. Perdue. One headline reads, \"Death Claims J. R. Perdue, Faithful Citizen. Confederate Soldier, Bank Official, Beloved in Home and Church, His End is Peaceful.\"","The letter is to Marian from J. R. Perdue, Jr. and dates December 24, 1902. Perdue writes that Marian should use the enclosed funds to buy herself something, and wishes her a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.","One ledger contains clipped and handwritten remedies from 1905 to 1919. On the inside of the cover, J. R. Perdue, Jr., is written as the owner of the ledger, and he was the son of James R. Perdue. The remedies have a vast range of treatments for such items as hair growth, insomnia, cough and cold, poisons, and injuries.","The ledger with a child's doodlings and scrapbook clippings is missing most of the ledger details, but from what is visible, the earliest date is 1868. A child drew in pencil and blue crayon on the pages, making some of the original text illegible. After twenty-one pages, the ledger turns into a scrapbook with art clippings and book pages glued onto the original ledger pages. The back of the scrapbook includes the initials L. W. P., who was Lethia W. Perdue, the daughter of J. R. Perdue, and says it belongs to J. R. Perdue, Jr.","The copyright status of this collection is unknown. Copyright restrictions\nmay apply. Contact Special Collections and University Archives for\nassistance in determining the use of these materials.","Reproduction or\ndigitization of materials for personal or research use can be requested using\nour reproduction/digitization form: http://bit.ly/scuareproduction.","Reproduction or digitization of materials for publication or exhibit use can\nbe requested using our publication/exhibition form:\nhttp://bit.ly/scuapublication. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives (specref@vt.edu or 540-231-6308) if you need assistance with forms or to submit a completed form.","This collection includes the papers of James R. Perdue and his family. Items include a program for the Battle of the Crater reunion, a Sunday School concert flyer, seven obituaries for Perdue, a letter from J. R. Perdue, Jr., and two ledgers. 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Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015. \u003ca href=\"https://search.ancestrylibrary.com/cgi-bin/sse.dll?dbid=9278\u0026amp;h=751984\u0026amp;indiv=try\"\u003ehttps://search.ancestrylibrary.com/cgi-bin/sse.dll?dbid=9278\u0026amp;h=751984\u0026amp;indiv=try\u003c/a\u003e. Accessed October 03, 2022. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVirginia Department of Health; Richmond, Virginia; Virginia Deaths, 1912-2014. On Ancestry.com, \u003ci\u003eVirginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014\u003c/i\u003e [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015. \u003ca href=\"https://search.ancestrylibrary.com/cgi-bin/sse.dll?indiv=1\u0026amp;dbid=9278\u0026amp;h=992717\"\u003ehttps://search.ancestrylibrary.com/cgi-bin/sse.dll?indiv=1\u0026amp;dbid=9278\u0026amp;h=992717\u003c/a\u003e. Accessed October 03, 2022.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLibrary of Virginia; Richmond, VA; Virginia Marriages, 1853-1935. 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He worked at the Merchants National Bank for 43 years, and he also served on the Manchester council and on the Methodist Central Church board.","Perdue married Emma Jo-Cynthia Wingfield on October 27, 1869, and they had two children, James Robert Perdue, Jr. (September 07, 1870-May 12, 1963) and Lethia Wingfield Perdue Willis. Perdue died June 24, 1915, in Manchester.","Sources:","Virginia Department of Health; Richmond, Virginia; Virginia Deaths, 1912-2014. On Ancestry.com, Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015. https://search.ancestrylibrary.com/cgi-bin/sse.dll?dbid=9278\u0026h=751984\u0026indiv=try. Accessed October 03, 2022.","Virginia Department of Health; Richmond, Virginia; Virginia Deaths, 1912-2014. On Ancestry.com, Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015. https://search.ancestrylibrary.com/cgi-bin/sse.dll?indiv=1\u0026dbid=9278\u0026h=992717. Accessed October 03, 2022.","Library of Virginia; Richmond, VA; Virginia Marriages, 1853-1935. Ancestry.com, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022. https://www.ancestrylibrary.com/discoveryui-content/view/229819:62154. Accessed October 03, 2022."],"odd_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThe guide to the James R. Perdue Family Collection by Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, is licensed under a CC0 (\u003cextref href=\"https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/public-domain/cc0/\"\u003ehttps://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/public-domain/cc0/\u003c/extref\u003e).\u003c/p\u003e  "],"odd_heading_ssm":["Rights Statement for Archival Description"],"odd_tesim":["The guide to the James R. 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Perdue, Superintendent of Manchester Sunday School, and it asks that the school perform again and raise funds for a new library, explaining that \"no one could object to giving twenty-five or fifty centers to so good a cause.\" The second correspondance is from Perdue stating that the school will host the performance once again on Thursday evening.","The seven obituaries, dated June 24-26, 1915, are for James R. Perdue. One headline reads, \"Death Claims J. R. Perdue, Faithful Citizen. Confederate Soldier, Bank Official, Beloved in Home and Church, His End is Peaceful.\"","The letter is to Marian from J. R. Perdue, Jr. and dates December 24, 1902. Perdue writes that Marian should use the enclosed funds to buy herself something, and wishes her a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.","One ledger contains clipped and handwritten remedies from 1905 to 1919. On the inside of the cover, J. R. Perdue, Jr., is written as the owner of the ledger, and he was the son of James R. Perdue. The remedies have a vast range of treatments for such items as hair growth, insomnia, cough and cold, poisons, and injuries.","The ledger with a child's doodlings and scrapbook clippings is missing most of the ledger details, but from what is visible, the earliest date is 1868. A child drew in pencil and blue crayon on the pages, making some of the original text illegible. After twenty-one pages, the ledger turns into a scrapbook with art clippings and book pages glued onto the original ledger pages. The back of the scrapbook includes the initials L. W. P., who was Lethia W. Perdue, the daughter of J. R. Perdue, and says it belongs to J. R. Perdue, Jr."],"userestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThe copyright status of this collection is unknown. Copyright restrictions\nmay apply. 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Contact Special Collections and University Archives for\nassistance in determining the use of these materials.","Reproduction or\ndigitization of materials for personal or research use can be requested using\nour reproduction/digitization form: http://bit.ly/scuareproduction.","Reproduction or digitization of materials for publication or exhibit use can\nbe requested using our publication/exhibition form:\nhttp://bit.ly/scuapublication. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives (specref@vt.edu or 540-231-6308) if you need assistance with forms or to submit a completed form."],"abstract_html_tesm":["\u003cabstract id=\"aspace_2e94dc7a6653fd6d4c9bd0a4ced754fe\" label=\"Abstract\"\u003eThis collection includes the papers of James R. Perdue and his family. Items include a program for the Battle of the Crater reunion, a Sunday School concert flyer, seven obituaries for Perdue, a letter from J. R. Perdue, Jr., and two ledgers. 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Please make an appointment prior to visiting.","Researchers may access digitized materials by requesting to view the materials in person by appointment or remotely by contacting the West Virginia \u0026 Regional History Center reference department.","Louis Watson Chappell was born in Belvidere, North Carolina and educated in English Language and Literature at Wake Forest University (B.A.), and the University of Virginia (M.A.). Subsequent study was undertaken at Columbia University, the University of Chicago, and New York University. Receiving a faculty appointment at West Virginia University in 1922, Chappell embarked upon a career dedicated to documenting and preserving West Virginia's folk music, which proved to be highly significant. He began his study of traditional music a decade or so earlier as a ballad hunter in the North Carolina-Virginia tidewater region in which he had spent his youth. Some years later the results of his collecting in the area were published in a book entitled \"Folk-Songs of Roanoke and the Albemarle\" (Morgantown: Ballad Press, 1939). The folklorist's first major contribution to West Virginia folklore was an exhaustive investigation into the controversy surrounding the ballad \"John Henry\" and its distinction from \"John Hardy.\" In 1933 the publication of a full-length study \"John Henry: A Folk-Lore Study\" (Jena. Frommansche Verlag) placed the celebrated steel driver at the Big Bend Tunnel in late 19th-century West Virginia. In 1937 Chappell purchased a disc recording machine similar to the one employed at the time by his colleague and friend, John A. Lomax.","Collection referenced in West Virginia University, and John A. Cuthbert. West Virginia Folk Music : A Descriptive Guide to Field Recordings in the West Virginia and Regional History Collection. West Virginia University Press, 1982.","Initial Acquisition of 1977/03/24:","undated; 3 reels of microfilm; Transcriptions in musical notation of performances recorded and collected by Louis Watson Chappell of West Virginia folk musicians. The recordings from which these transcriptions were derived can be found in the folk music collection of the West Virginia and Regional History Center, in collection numbers 1-88 (see link to collection page in Instances).","Addendum of 1978/07/06:\nca. 1930-1950; 9 ft. and disc recorders (14 five in. document cases; 3 ft. 2 in. of acetate discs; three pieces of disc recorder equipment: Triplett Model 321, and two unknown types); 646 aluminum discs and a corresponding set of copies on acetate discs containing original field recordings by Louis Watson Chappell of West Virginia folk musicians. Reformatted masters and user copies can be found in the folk music collection of the West Virginia and Regional History Center, in collection numbers 1-88 (see link to collection page in Instances). The original disc recorder equipment used to make these recordings is also in this addendum.","Addendum of 1987/08/05:","1815-1980; 14 ft. 10 1/2 in. and 9 in. item (30 five in. document cases, 6 three in. flat storage boxes; seven 1 1/2 in. blue notebooks; Meissner Radio Phono Recorder [Model 9-1065]); The papers of Chappell contain correspondence, folk music and folklore research papers, and other material. The Chappell correspondence regards the collection of Appalachian folk music and the publication of his book \"Traditional Songs of West Virginia\". Folk music research papers include information regarding ballad texts, and transcriptions from field recordings he and others made of West Virginia folk musicians (including transcriptions in music notation of vocal and instrumental performances, and in text of ballad lyrics). Folklore includes superstitions, folk medicine, word origins, proverbs and sayings, place names, children's games and dances, riddles and jokes, folktales; and his research papers (notes and typescripts with handwritten corrections) regarding John Henry, a steel driver at the Big Bend railroad tunnel. Paper copy of folder-level container list for this addendum available in control folder.","Addendum of 2010/03/01:","-1941; 1/4 in. (25 pages in 1 folder); Outgoing letters by Louis Watson Chappell to Fletcher Collins regarding folk song collection and publication.","See also WVRHC oral history collection 319:","319. JEANETTE SHULZ. Hundred, Wetzel County, WV, 27 March 1980.","An interview with Mrs. Shulz, daughter of Scott Phillips, conducted by John A. Cuthbert. Mrs. Shulz's gives her recollections of her father's musical activity -- stringbands, radio performances, and recordings made by L.W. Chappell. One reel (5\") 3 3/4 ips, quality good. (R374)","Folk Music Recordings:","In 1937, Chappell purchased a disc recording machine, and over the next eleven years amassed an archive of West Virginia folk music of more than 2000 items, performed by over 90 different people. Of particular interest are the twenty-five discs of the legendary fiddler Edwin \"Edden\" Hammons, who performed for Chappell in August, 1947.","These recordings have been digitized and may be accessed remotely or in person by appointment.","Separated to the Rare Book Collection:","The British Minstrel: A Collection of the Most Esteemed and Popular English, Scottish and Irish Songs, the Best Duets, Catches, Chorusses, Glees, and Comics Recitations including All Dibdin's Admired Productions Vol. I; Sherwood, Jones and Company, 1824.","The British Minstrel: A Collection of the Most Esteemed and Popular English, Scottish and Irish Songs, the Best Duets, Catches, Chorusses, Glees, and Comics Recitations including All Dibdin's Admired Productions Vol. II; Sherwood, Jones and Company, 1824.","The British Minstrel: A Collection of the Most Esteemed and Popular English, Scottish and Irish Songs, the Best Duets, Catches, Chorusses, Glees, and Comics Recitations including All Dibdin's Admired Productions Vol. III; Sherwood, Jones and Company, 1825.","Aikin, J. B. The Christian Minstrel, A New System of Musical Notation, with a Collection of Psalm Tunes, Anthems, and Chant, 1846.","Campbell, Dame Olive and Cecil J. Sharp, editors. English Folk Songs from the Southern Appalachians, 1917.","Bradbury, William B. The Singing School, Musical Notation, Plain Simple and Progressive, undated.","Brewster, Paul G. Ballads and Songs of Indiana, 1940.","Brown, Jessie H., Mattie M. Boteler, R. M. McIntosh, and H. R. Christie, editors. Songs of Service, 1896.","Griggs, John, editor. Grigg's Southern and Western Songster, 1832.","Hall, J. H. and J. H. Ruebush and E. T. Hildebrand. The Messenger of Song, 1893.","Mason, Lowell and Timothy B. Mason. The Sacred Harp, 1844.","Sargent, Child Helen and George Lyman Kittredge, editors. English and Scottish Popular Ballads, 1904.","Seward, Theodore, assisted by Dr. Lowell Mason and William B. Bradbury. The Temple Choir, 1867.","Thompson, Stith. Motif-Index of Folk-Literature, Vol. 5, 1935.","Permission to publish or reproduce is required from the copyright holder. For more information, please see the Permissions and Copyright page on the West Virginia and Regional History Center website.","Research papers and sound recordings compiled by Louis Watson Chappell, an English Professor and folklorist at West Virginia University who collected, documented, and preserved West Virginia's folk music and folk traditions. He was born in Belvidere, North Carolina and educated in English Language and Literature at Wake Forest University (B.A.), and the University of Virginia (M.A.). Receiving a faculty appointment at West Virginia University in 1922, Chappell embarked upon a career dedicated to documenting and preserving West Virginia's folk music, which proved to be highly significant.","West Virginia and Regional History Center / West Virginia University / 1549 University Avenue / P.O. 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Please make an appointment prior to visiting.","Researchers may access digitized materials by requesting to view the materials in person by appointment or remotely by contacting the West Virginia \u0026 Regional History Center reference department.","Louis Watson Chappell was born in Belvidere, North Carolina and educated in English Language and Literature at Wake Forest University (B.A.), and the University of Virginia (M.A.). Subsequent study was undertaken at Columbia University, the University of Chicago, and New York University. Receiving a faculty appointment at West Virginia University in 1922, Chappell embarked upon a career dedicated to documenting and preserving West Virginia's folk music, which proved to be highly significant. He began his study of traditional music a decade or so earlier as a ballad hunter in the North Carolina-Virginia tidewater region in which he had spent his youth. Some years later the results of his collecting in the area were published in a book entitled \"Folk-Songs of Roanoke and the Albemarle\" (Morgantown: Ballad Press, 1939). The folklorist's first major contribution to West Virginia folklore was an exhaustive investigation into the controversy surrounding the ballad \"John Henry\" and its distinction from \"John Hardy.\" In 1933 the publication of a full-length study \"John Henry: A Folk-Lore Study\" (Jena. Frommansche Verlag) placed the celebrated steel driver at the Big Bend Tunnel in late 19th-century West Virginia. In 1937 Chappell purchased a disc recording machine similar to the one employed at the time by his colleague and friend, John A. Lomax.","Collection referenced in West Virginia University, and John A. Cuthbert. West Virginia Folk Music : A Descriptive Guide to Field Recordings in the West Virginia and Regional History Collection. West Virginia University Press, 1982.","Initial Acquisition of 1977/03/24:","undated; 3 reels of microfilm; Transcriptions in musical notation of performances recorded and collected by Louis Watson Chappell of West Virginia folk musicians. The recordings from which these transcriptions were derived can be found in the folk music collection of the West Virginia and Regional History Center, in collection numbers 1-88 (see link to collection page in Instances).","Addendum of 1978/07/06:\nca. 1930-1950; 9 ft. and disc recorders (14 five in. document cases; 3 ft. 2 in. of acetate discs; three pieces of disc recorder equipment: Triplett Model 321, and two unknown types); 646 aluminum discs and a corresponding set of copies on acetate discs containing original field recordings by Louis Watson Chappell of West Virginia folk musicians. Reformatted masters and user copies can be found in the folk music collection of the West Virginia and Regional History Center, in collection numbers 1-88 (see link to collection page in Instances). The original disc recorder equipment used to make these recordings is also in this addendum.","Addendum of 1987/08/05:","1815-1980; 14 ft. 10 1/2 in. and 9 in. item (30 five in. document cases, 6 three in. flat storage boxes; seven 1 1/2 in. blue notebooks; Meissner Radio Phono Recorder [Model 9-1065]); The papers of Chappell contain correspondence, folk music and folklore research papers, and other material. The Chappell correspondence regards the collection of Appalachian folk music and the publication of his book \"Traditional Songs of West Virginia\". Folk music research papers include information regarding ballad texts, and transcriptions from field recordings he and others made of West Virginia folk musicians (including transcriptions in music notation of vocal and instrumental performances, and in text of ballad lyrics). Folklore includes superstitions, folk medicine, word origins, proverbs and sayings, place names, children's games and dances, riddles and jokes, folktales; and his research papers (notes and typescripts with handwritten corrections) regarding John Henry, a steel driver at the Big Bend railroad tunnel. Paper copy of folder-level container list for this addendum available in control folder.","Addendum of 2010/03/01:","-1941; 1/4 in. (25 pages in 1 folder); Outgoing letters by Louis Watson Chappell to Fletcher Collins regarding folk song collection and publication.","See also WVRHC oral history collection 319:","319. JEANETTE SHULZ. Hundred, Wetzel County, WV, 27 March 1980.","An interview with Mrs. Shulz, daughter of Scott Phillips, conducted by John A. Cuthbert. Mrs. Shulz's gives her recollections of her father's musical activity -- stringbands, radio performances, and recordings made by L.W. Chappell. One reel (5\") 3 3/4 ips, quality good. (R374)","Folk Music Recordings:","In 1937, Chappell purchased a disc recording machine, and over the next eleven years amassed an archive of West Virginia folk music of more than 2000 items, performed by over 90 different people. 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Some letters concern and are written by Richard H. Watkins who served in the Prince Edward Dragoons, 3rd Virginia Cavalry and who was a farmer in Prince Edward County, Virginia during Reconstruction.","The collection includes letters concerning slavery before and during the Civil War as well as letters written from formerly enslaved persons.","Charles Lewis Read is the father of Jane Eliza Read who married James B. Daniel. Their daughter, Nancy Venable Daniel, married Nathaniel Venable Watkins. 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Including, April 13, 1862, acknowledges letter from Nannie, narrates Sunday's activities including preaching, Bible study and prayer meetings; tells Nannie to have her father take control of their farm; asks negroes at home and sends his love; mentions General Joseph E. Johnston, the Peninsula fighting and alledged Confederate victories in the West.","Writes of his activities at home; asks father to visit him, says he is a good boy; illustrates letter with two small pictures.","Acknowledges receiving his letters; asks for another letters soon; writes of visiting a sick friend; narrates several items of family news.","Describes his surroundings, the big (York) river and ships on the river; (does not mention the Peninsular campaign or his activities therein); asks Charley to watch out for his little sister, continue to learn, and to mind his ma and grandma. Illustrates bottom of letter with picture of a horse.","Gives many details of everyday life; mentions that her mother is unwell; describes activities of two brothers also fighting in war; mentions a friend who might be converted.","Gives detail of his activities over the past few days; mentions enemy shelling of Confederate troops on Peninsula on Sunday evening perhaps to lower morale; tells of exchange of fire with enemy steamers; discusses increase in his relgious feelings due to his current situation. Including, April 16, 1862, acknowledges receiving Nannie's letter; thanks her for expressing her support of him and of his cause; asks about things at home on their farm; sends his love to the negroes; expresses feeling that he will be home in six months.","Scope and Contents Asks Nannie to excuse the manner in which he writes as he is often interrupted by boys talking to him; acknowledges receiving her letter; tells of great joy in camp because almost everyone received mail; states that mail is an incredible morale booster; asks Nannie to have her and her childrens' photograph taken for him; mentions that Gloucester Point was quiet, but that there was heavy fighting on the Peninsula; reports figures of those killed and wounded on both sides; says that Colonel McKinney of the 5th North Carolina (?) regiment killed in the fight; reports that their fortifications are twice as strong as when he arrived three weeks ago; mentions his view of Yorktown, York River and the Yankee Fleet; gives entire menu of the day's meals in detail. Including April 19, 1862, mentions large amount of reinforcements arriving from the Army of the Potomac and that General Ambrose Powell or Daniel Harvey (?) Hill is in Yorktown; tells of arrival of another first rate married man in his company; relates camp stories; says that all men are well and that he would be enjoying camp life like the others if he had not left so much behind.","All are well in camp except Daniel Booker who has the mumps; yesterday was a gloomy day for him, but that generally he feels as content and happy as others in the camp; asks for a bottle of ink and an ink stand; says that there is no news of interest because they do not know what is happening on the Peninsula; reports that he receives his Christian Observer regularly and enjoys it as it looks like home; describes a visit in Richmond as the cost of several purchases made there; comments on the cruelty of this war; asks for news of his children and negroes; explains decrease in their rations due to increase in army.","All is quiet both in his camp and on the Peninsula; notes seeing many transports carrying Yankee soldiers on the river; asks for more news and details from home; mentions his lack of trust in newspaper reports; complains of constant noise, bustle and confusion; asks for more news from home; inquires about his negroes and exhorts them to keep everything straight; writes that he is sorry he didn't see them before he left; describes being shelled by Yankee steamers; mentions increase in religiousness of a friend.","Discusses religious activities, such as Bible study and sermons, and mentions that several men have made confessions of faith; gives advice to Nannie on how to handle their separation, educate the children and states that they should be thankful for their fate which could be worse; states that Peninsula is still quiet, but that fighting must take place soon; the men are confident; says that Confederate lines are more strongly fortified than at Manassas and Centreville; army numbers eighty to a hundred thousand and is armed with enough amunition, cannons and artillery; mentions possibility of iron-clads; gives names of commaders-- General Joseph E. Johnston commands Army, General Hill the left wing resting on the York River, General James Longstreet the center, and General John Bankhead Magruder the right wing resting on the James River. Including letter dated April 28, 1862, exhorts Nannie to write longer letters and more frequently; gives detailed instructions for cultivation of his farm.","Describes negative, poor morale of men after they heard news of New Orleans defeat; expresses disappointment at increasing amount of profanity among men and that this will not help their cause with God; tells of his visit to Yorktown and Captain Baskerville; states that men in Yorktown are in good spirits, but more exposed to the weather; writes of several religious activities; comments on the beliefs of his officers. Including letter, April 30, 1862, mentions that he could see the enemy when he visited York; states that tomorrow he will have been in the service for one month.","Writes that they were issued muskets for a forced march; reports that they began the march, but turned back and now remain in camp; does not know reason for march; assures her he will be fine.","Gives details of their march from Gloucester Point; describes hospitality of people of King and Queen County as they passed through; says he does not know reason for leaving the Point; tells of several deserters; gives his love to his family and says they should all be grateful (incomplete).","Scope and Contents Now in the Army of the Peninsula, the Grand Army; describes various activities such as listening to sermons, visiting acquaintances in surrounding camps, bathing, and drilling; says his company has been divided into two-- one half, including our boys, to be left artillery, the other armed with muskets; mentions 18th Virginia Company and 23rd North Carolina Company; describes sight of six or seven thousand men on drill; reports that they are having an easier time in Light Artillery than the infantry have; knows nothing about whereabouts of army.","Writes of news received for Peninsula campaign including names of those wounded in their community; gives much family news regarding illnesses, gardens, etc.","Describes a miserable march and the manning of his gun; says that men stood the march well; says if he is made infantry he will attempt to transfer to another company; doesn't see how this force of eight or ten thousand can he whipped by any force. Including letter, April 18, 1862, gives instructions of where to write him; expresses concern for those at home due to outbreak of fever.","Describes the situation in the camp; says that he and the men are well; states that he cannot visit Richmond as he must be accompanied by an officer and have a pass signed by his captain and by General Hill and General Robert Emmett Rodes and this is almost impossible; gives two reasons for officers wanting to keep men in camp-- impending battle and to keep men away from liquor in Richmond; states his desire and work to transfer to another regiment to be in artillery.","Dissatisfied with his regiment because it is now infantry and because of selfishness at their captain; mentions also that he feels superior and better qualified than many of his officers; states that his friend Doc is at home on a 20 day furlough because of his dysentery (incomplete).","Writes of his homesickness and concern that he loves her and his family too much, and that he would trade all the glories won in all battles for an hour at home with his wife and children; mentions health precautions of drying his feet well; writes again of his transfer attempts; says that he and most of the men have been suffering from diarrhea.","Describes in much detail, the daily activities of camp for the past three days; mentions a failed attempt to join an artillery unit. Including letter, May 28, 1862, gives instructions for care of farm; requests more news from home, tells of busyness of camp. Enclosure: Two newspaper clippings from the Central Presbyterian.","Says that he is in Richmond due to a pain caused by passage of gravel from the kidneys to the bladder, a routine and not serious problem among men in the army; mentions a skirmish near the Chickahominy River where the Yankees were whipped; says they have been getting enough to eat despite rumours to the contrary; says morale is good; they are confident of holding Richmond; the tide of victory has turned in their favor and war will be over in a short time; thanks God for protecting his health and family; relates story of a fight where thankfully his company was spared. Including letter, June 2, 1862.","Acknowledges receipt of her letter of May 26 which encouraged him greatly; discusses his dislike of infantry service and desire to obtain a substitute; mentions that he has recovered from last week's illness; gives brief account of fighting on May 31 and June 1, Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks), although his party escaped involvement; gives more instructions of management of his farm. Including letter, June 5, 1862, requests new pair of shoes and blacking. Including letter, June 6, 1862, requests chewing tobacco and a blanket; tells of his stay in Richmond.","Mentions comfortableness of present camp compared to some others; describes in more detail the Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks) on May 31 and June 1; notes location of enemy (Union troops); comments on what they gained-- 200 prisoners, a commissary, tents and some artillery; describes prisoners, says that they are not better educated and certainly not more moral than southerners; tells of eating oranges and drinking good coffee obtained from the enemy; mentions death of a man in his mess from having his leg amputated; says that he is very thankful that he was spared from battle; thanks wife and family for all their prayers.","Has been transferred to Captain Bagby's company, Colonel Thomas Goode's Regiment Wises' Brigade; says he is now satisfied to be infantry because it is needed more and is happy to be out of the Chickahamoniy swamps; mentions that brother Dick's regiment is camped nearby and they have been able to see each other.","Explains family's nighttime prayers for his (NVM) safety; gives news of family members; describes her activities at their farm and general farming conditions; mentions a man from Clarksville who was visiting and buying provisions for the government.","Tells of much sickness in camp which he had luckily escaped; mentions improvements of new location, especially availability of good food; discusses the fact that his regiment probably won't fight soon due to their weakened condition and lack of training in infantry; expresses thankfulness again that his company was spared involvement in the recent battle in which there was much loss of life; acknowledges receipt of wife's letter and praises her support; sends his love to his family.","Tells of Doc's visit from Richmond, and thanks Nannie for the clothes and supplies she sent; repeats that it is impossible for him to get a furlough unless he becomes sick or obtains a substitute; gives a new address for his mail; exhorts her to write as often as possible, and to have faith that God's will will be done and will be good; acknowledges receipt of her letter and is sorry to hear that the negroes are sick with dysentery; gives instructions on the running of the farm; describes the helpfulness and attentiveness of woman and young girls with the sick in Richmond.","Describes in detail the health or sickness of various family members and friends; gives an acount of a recent battle (Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks)) which appeared in a letter from brother Dick (Richard W. Watkins).","Mentions that they have moved their camp a mile or so and are now on the James River; says that he likes his officers except for their profanity and that his new captain was generous in granting Johnny Booker a discharge and Abe suck leave; requests that she send Mr. Hayson some food to repay him for his kindness; mentions officers again and gives an unfavorable report, but does say that they are pious and allow the men religious freedom; states that things are run more efficiently with better food and medical care now that they have been fully reorganized; says that discipline is strict and duties light; feels that he is managing in the army better than he expected to; gives more instructions for the care of the farm.","Describes a night reconnaissance maneuver to observe the enemies activity on the river (James); says that he enjoyed the experience and getting out of camp; tells of dream he had while sleeping out in the clover which reminded him of home; asks Nannie to write him; inquires after the activities and work on his farm; gives instructions for work to be done on the farm; writes that he is well and describes condition, illnesses and wounds of others; wishes he could be at home; discusses possibility that sickness in camp is a result of lack of vegetables in their diet; tells of eating half-ripe cherries for which he would have shipped his negroes.","Acknowledges receipt of her letter for which he had been waiting for a long time; expresses concern for her health; exhorts her not to conceal her problems from him; mentions that he would prefer it if she would live at the farm if she is not too lonely as it would be better for the negores; expresses his growing disgust with army life, the injustices and officers failing in their duties to their men; says he is lucky to be removed from the main body of the army because he is able to get plenty of butter, chicken; gives prices of several food items; says he doesn't understand why there is so little fighting, while men wait ready and die of exposure; describes building of fortifications at Chaffin's Bluff; gives detailed instructions for the running of the farm; sends his love. Includes a postscript from June 27 with news of a friend.","Gives more news from camp; acknowledges receipt of her letter of June 19; sends his love to his family and negroes. Letter is virtually illegible; ink is extremely light.","Tells that his regiment avoided a great battle yesterday which occured 2-3 miles down the James River (one of Seven Days' Battles-- on June 30 June McClennon inflicted heavy losses on the Confederates while withdrawing across the Chickahominy River to a new base at Harrison's Landing on the James) because they were on pickett duty; mentions that there has been heavy fighting for the past week; hopes that they are demoralizing McClellan's army and that this will end the bloodshed; notes that he takes meals with overseer's family when he comes out on pickett; thanks God that he was spared; exhorts Nannie to have faith that all will be well; sends his love; gives news of some comrades.","States that he has returned to camp and received her letter; details the battle which raged from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. with a short intermission; notes that there is no definite word on the result, but he does not think they gained much; hopes that they will meet again soon.","States that enemy has been driven back and demoralized; says that losses have been estimated at not less than 10,000; writes that his regiment has not participated in any of the battles; describes a feeling of pain he has due to his separation from his family; wishes the North would realize the impossibility of conquering the South; describes strength of the position of fortifications at Chaffin's Bluff; requests news from home about their reaction to the battles and about the farm and family.","Expresses his weariness with the war and his desire to return home; states that he thought that furloughs would be possible after the battle (Seven Days' Battles) because McClellan's forces should no longer pose a threat; adds that McClellan's forces were not as devastated as he had first thought; discusses the slow mail service; writes that there were no religious services this Sunday; adds that there have been services off and on in the past, but nothing regular since they left Gloucester Point; states that there is a ditching party working this Sunday, but fortunately he has never been asked to work on the Sabbath; laments that they have been without a regular chaplain; feels that this would aid the men immeasureably; sees the army as a great missionary field; requests a pair of shoes and a box of blacking; sends his love.","Acknowledges receipt of her letter of June 19; notes that the difficulty with the mail must be near her; states how thankful and uplifted he was to receive such an ecouraging letter full of news from home; gives thanks that he and their friends have been spared from the battle and sickness; requests that Nannie answer his former questions about the farm; gives detailed instructions on things to be done on the farm; writes that they are now moving one mile to a nicer campsite; believes that McClellan's forces are stronger than the papers admit, but demoralized; tells how he and Doc (his friend) often exchange letters and talk about their wives which keeps their spirits up; sends love to family and friends.","Acknowledges receipt of her letter of July 3; thanks her for answering his questions; requests that she answer his remaining questions; writes that it is impossible for him to get a furlough at present because there are many sick in his company and regiment; states that eight men died in the last nine days; adds that most of their men have been absent from home much longer than he has; asks her to kiss the children for him.","Scope and Contents Discusses his application to Colonel Goode, through his Lieutenant for a furlough; states why it was denied; mentions that he will not despair yet; mentions that he is in very good health and that the new cause of sickness is fever; states that since he cannot come home she must bring the children to Richmond to see him; mentions that they do receive visitors at the camp. Including letter, July 13, 1862, writes of his Sunday spent on watch in the country; laments that he is cut off from all religious priviledges; thanks Nannie for sending so much news of home; hopes that their time will come soon to see each other. Enclosure: July 7, 1862. Pattie Watkins, at Mount Pleasant, Prince Edward County, Virginia, to her brother, Nathaniel V. Watkins. Details the sickness, care and death of their niece Mildred from diptherla; writes how much good it does both her and their mother to receive his letters; gives news of sickness, wounding and death of neighbors and friends.","Describes his conversation with Colonel Goode and aborted trip to Richmond in search of a furlough; writes that he has asked Mrs. Howlson to ask the Secretary of War about his case; mentions that after denying his furlough, Colonel Goode made a visit to Mecklenburg; believes that McClellan will make one more effort to take Richmond before giving up, either from the James RIver or from Fredricksburg, or attempt to cut off Petersburg; describes everyday camp life; feels that is a splendid gymnasium for young men and invalids. Includes letter, July 17, 1862, mentions another death from sickness; requests that his son, Charley, write to him; gives some instructions for the farm.","Letter almost completely illegible.","Describes another attempt to attain a furlough; requests that his wife look into finding a substitute for him as others have them; says he would be able to bear army life better if he could get home for a week every five months or so; tells of his activities in camp; states that the war in Virginia is quiet at this time.","Discusses his latest attempt to gain a furlough which was unsuccessful; again asks Nannie to seek a substitute for him and also ask her father's advice on the subject; complains about being kept in camp when they are doing so little, only drilling and ditching; states that they have meat about once a week, otherwise they mostly eat bread. Including letter, July 26, 1862, telling of the hot weather; states that the Yankees must be suffering more from it; writes that General Wise would not let them ditch during the worst of it. Letter is unfinished.","Acknowledges receipt of three letters from Nannie in six days; thanks her and reminds her how much they encourage and help him; tells of the captain's brother who has been spending a great deal of time at their camp both preaching and handing out tracks (tracts); describes the rotation of guard duty; writes of attempts to start a Bible study and prayers at night in the tents, but adds that there are too many interruptions to make this possible; describes Sunday's dinner. 3 pp. AL. Including ALS, [July 28, 1862], adding that he would give anything to see his family, but that a furlough, even if a substitute is provided, is out of the question at present; writes that he likes the idea of Nannie coming to Richmond and bringing the children, as he might be able to meet her there for a day.","Writes that her letters bring him much joy and that his happiness depends on her; adds that he would love to see Minnie (his daughter) as she learns to walk and talk; states thay he would still rather see his wife than anyone else. Including letter, July 30, 1862, discussing his lack of ability to concentrate due to the crowds of men who often engage in profane talk even though he is in one of the most moral companies; describes being interrupted by the field artillery Wise's Brigade which were practicing nearby; tells her about artillery and how the guns work; adds that he is glad she is not home alone.","Writes that he keeps all her letters and often re-reads them when he doesn't get new ones; describes the say as rainy; adds that his tent is often crowded and he is growing to hate crowds; discuss the arrival of some good food; asks Nannie to send him a box of fruit and vegetables from home to Richmond through a friend there; tells the prices of food stuffs which he feels are high; notes that due to presence of a large army in the area it is difficult to obtain food stuffs; Instructs Nannie on what to do with his flock of sheep on their farm. Including letter, August 1, 1862, reporting that he was awakened the previous evening by gunfire down the river and sending his love to his family.","Acknowledges receipt of Nannie's letter and is glad because she thought that perhaps Nannie or Nathaniel were sick; discusses sickness of their brother, Dicks, also a soldier and illnesses of friends, neighbors, and relatives; describes their new Methodist preacher; states that she likes their refugees very much; discusses crops; sends her love.","Scope and Contents Relates his growing disatisfaction with life as a soldier, the profanity around him and their idleness during the day; writes that he feels like a dying man who must fight in order to keep from smothering. Including letter, August 4, 1862, mentions again the captain's brother who has his headquarters at their camps and distributes tracks to soldiers; again asks Nannie to send him a box with fresh food which is not available in camp; hopes that Aunt Mary will do as his wife has done and entrust the care of \"her boysamp; to the heavenly Father; writes about the Sunday sermon; wishes she could have heard it; asks Nannie to encourage preacher to divide time between their camp and another; says that it would do the men good because although most of the privates and some officers are Christians, the regimental officers are profane and godless men; sends his love.","Writes regarding the condition of Henry who is sick; feels that he should stay in camp until he is well enough to travel; gives news of Daniel Booker who is on sick leave from the regiment; states that his is recovering nicely; discusses the prices and condition of crops in the area; mentions his visit to Nancy (Nathaniel's wife) and children; gives his regards to Dock and Sam.","Acknowledges receipt of several letters; writes that he is on picket to stop soldiers from stealing fowl; describes activities of regiment; likes peacefulness of forest; wishes Nannie could be with him; discusses again whether it is right to get a substitute; says he does not regret joining the Army and that every man should do his part; states that he is happy with his company; desires only to do his duty and then come home not to win military fame; writes of his new found love and appreciation for his wife; wishes he could be with her. Including letter, August 8, 1862, describing Boulware's farm. (Incomplete.)","Scope and Contents Notes that they have been living better due to some reinforcements from King and Queen County; discusses Nannie's moving to live with her father. Including letter, August 10, 1862, discussing the receipt and distribution of the boxes of fresh fruit and vegetables which Nannie had sent; mentions the Sunday sermon; speaks of a rumor he'd heard that said he had been discharged from the Army. Including letter, Nathaniel V. Watkins, at Camp Chafin's Farm, to his son Charley Watkins, August 9, 1862, describing his life around camp and asking Charley to be a good boy and learn to read and write.","States that he will only be able write short notes for a few weeks as he will be occupied as recorder for court marshall proceedings with General Evans as president of the court; writes that here had been considerable movements of troops in all directions, but he has not yet heard what it means; describes the passing through of about 140 Yankee officers on their way to be exchanged; sends his love.","States that she thought he had been sick or transferred to Jackson; writes that she is relieved he has not been; states her gratfefulness for his letters which are so full of love and encouragement; gives news from home, especially of children's activities; mentions that she will attempt to persuade Mr. Hines to go to her husband's camp as a regular preacher; agrees that the Army is a good opportunity to do good; says that the negroes would like to have been at the sermon and meeting he mentioned in his last letter; states that she is happy that he is where he is; believes it is Providence and that all is in God's hands.","Writes about how it seems that everyone has gotten home except he; feels that this separation has caused them to recognize and appreciate their love; states that the court marshall is not keeping him as busy as he had anticipated; mentions possibility of Nannie meeting him in Richmond. Including letter, August 15, 1862, describing a good dinner he had the evening before; requesting Nannie to send stewed tomatoes; adding that his regiment is the only one to be doing detached work, the others have all been sent to Jackson; writes that the enemy soldiers are of the lowest classes and that they cannot possibly know the devastation of war which has all been fought on southern soil; wishes for peace now; inquires about his crops.","Discusses court marshall cases which are keeping him busy; writes of box full of food which sis[ter] Sue sent; believes that his battalion is being kept by the river for defensive purposes; writes that their separation is becoming harder to bear, notes that he has not been home because he has been blessed with health; believes that they will remain stationary for at least a month otherwise all the court marshalls would not be being held.","Discusses the progression of the war; mentions that a North Carolina Brigade (Martin's) is on opposite side of the river; feels that Yankees are waiting for reinforcements before they strike; notes that their numbers are increasing too, but he is not sure where they are coming from; says that he has been feeling a but sick, but it is nothing serious; requests some items he will be needing for the winter; company is again feeling up to par; wishes he could be home for the coming winter.","Very pleased to have acquired a new tent, which sleeps four comfortably; remarks how well a soldier sleeps; acknowledges receiving her letter of August 14, 1862; this is a lonesome and empty year for him; Doc (?) has been offered the appointment to Lt. General of the 25th North Carolina regiment, but has not accepted yet; rest of army has moved to other side of river, and their regiment is the last remaining area; Yankee troops have given up the fight for Richmond from below; McClellan has moved his base; says that he is feeling much better since he wrote last; acknowledges receiving letters from Daniel (?) and Mr. Booker (?), who speak of despair in the country; does not yet know when a furlough will be offered to him, but he receives one day in winter; remembers fondly days of abusing the Yankees; sends his love.","Acknowledges receiving her letter of August 27, 1862; glad to have heard from Martha (?); Doc (?) did accept his newly assigned post and is now in Richmond; begs his wife to tell him if troubles arise at home; concerned with their runaway slave Tommy; gives some suggestions for the upcoming harvest; her Pa (?) might consider getting more help, because the negroes \"for their own sakes\" should not be left alone; has received a two day pass and will be going to Richmond to get away from camp; wishes he could break the blockade and go home; asks if his wife and children might come to Richmond; thinks it would be best to sell crops for cash to the neighbors; no war news to report; sends his love.","Happy to hear he has received the box of vegetables so soon; their borther Dick visited but was not looking well; Dick did get several new recruits among the prisoners; illness has struck hard amny of their friends and cousins, but their neighborhood and immediate family are fairing well; have had some severe rains which have damaged Mr. Redd's (?) tobacco crop, but the corn crop is excellent; fruit is scarce, partly due to a drought; Horace Booker (?) was involved in the Battle of Cedar River, and took General Prince.","Speaks of the children Charley and Minnie and how they are handling the situation; fears Minnie may forget him; hopes the war does not continue though Lincoln's administration as some tell her; she misses him and sends her love. Including letter from Charley Watkins, to his father, Nathaniel V. Watkins, is having a good time at his grandpa's but misses his father.","Concerned with certain aspects of the war; relays news of family and friends; gives details of crop situations.","Relays news and health of family and friends; news of the battles of Manassas and Warrenton Springs have reached the family; gives details of crop situations.","Describes his camp life and the wildlife surrounding the camp.","Concerned with his continued denial of a furlough; troubles with the mail service are arising; advises his wife on farm matters and especially on crops of tobacco and wheat; problems concerning his slaves and their runaway slave Tommy are mentioned; also discusses using negroes in camp; describes his abundance of free time in camp; his court work continues; descriptions of the camp, camp members, and surrounding area are made; camp provisions are discussed, such as various clothing and food stuffs; many religous functions are taking place in the camp; mentions battles and fighting around Williamsburg, Manassas, Harper's Ferry, and Washington; mentions uprisings in both Kentucky and Missouri; prisoner exchanges are taking place; believes peace is coming soon.","Fears spread of diptheria, scarlet fever, and measles; conveys news of family and friends; news that corn and tobacco crops are doing well; detailed descriptions of making cloth and dyeing are given.","Concerning a request for a furlough.","Chances for a furlough are becoming slim; sickness, namely remittent fever has hit the camp as well as himself; camp life such as new housing, company provisions, and numbers of news arrivals is discussed; mentions that provisions such as warm clothing are needed from home; concerned with the sale of his slave Tommy; news of the war is increasingly discouraging; details of a new exemption bill are discussed; resuming his work with the court; advises his wife on crops of tobacco and wheat as well as their orchard of apples and peaches; pros and cons of using a substitue are given.","Has sent him the provisions he requested; suggests he should transfer to the Prince Edward cavalry, under the command of General J. E. S. Stewart (Stuart); relays family news.","Attempts boosting his morale and advises him on his problems with getting a furlough; fears that the Yankees will attempt cutting off Richmond from the rest of the South; suggests he not purchase any more slaves and instead should invest in land which is more valuable; slaves as a property are uncertain; relays family news, health of negroes and children.","Relays family news; mentions Brother Dick's opinion of General \"J. E. B.\" Stewart (Stuart) and his raids into Pennsylvania; sickness is hitting friends and family hard; there is a spirit of marrying about; prices for tobacco are high; there is a real need for salt.","Sees no signs of war ending any time soon, and in fact, the North seems even more united; news concerning his negroes is discussed in detail; obtaining a substitute does not look possible at the present time; their new housing has been completed; they are starting up a literacy club to pass time; the weather is getting worse; discusses his limited company duties; describes the court in which he works, speaks of slave use in camp and at the court; relays news of friends in his company; religious events which occur in camp are explained; has been quite depressed; glad to hear of his wife's growing independence; worried about hs mounting debt; gives farm advice; asks for certain provisions from home; frustrated with his continued denial of a furlough; troubles with the mail continue; tells of the blockading of the James River by using both \"sharp-shooters\" and submarine batteries; discusses the extensive ditches and breastworks surrounding Richmond; wishes to sell 300-350 of his 1200 acres; there is no news concerning military battles; mentions the Charlotte cavalry.","Is very concerned with the fact that his wife has been ill; seeks his wife's advice in many matters; while there is an abundance of clothing, the scarcity of shoes is an extreme problem; unless he receives a furlough, is determined to leave the service; continued improvments in camp are carried out; is quite critical of certain commanders; describes religious activites in camp; relays news of his tobacco crop and its going rate; still eager to sell some of his land and pay off his debt; gives details concerning their literary club; discusses, in detail, their execution of firing drills; mentions the Seven Pines; is coping with the bad weather rather well, unlike the negroes in camp; complains about provisions of beef, pork, and lack of butter and sugar; postage is getting high; frequent resignations of generals are taking place; Pickett's division is moving from Richmond to Charleston, South Carolina; signs of peace are becoming more apparent; there are wide-spread rumors of disaffection in the Northwest; gives advice concerning farm and crop trip are given; refers to his stopping at the Wolf Trap depot; (?) in his part of the army; refers to the Southern Literacy Messenger and claims it is a very good paper; Yankees have crossed at Fredricksburg, Virginia and there is a threatened advance being made by Burnside [?]; troops in Richmond and Petersburg are being moved to aid Gen[eral] Lee; there is also action taking place on the James River.","Asks advice on certain family matters; relays family news; dyptheria is becoming quite common among children; tells of troubles with certain negroes as well as the use of negroes in fortifying Weldon; relays facts of a neighbor's will, including provisions for his children and negroes.","Relays news of brother Dick and his fellow soldiers running the blockade for cheaper provisions; updates her on family news; both the weather and roads are poor; refers to the Prince Edward cavalry and the Lee Guards; the weather is contributing to an increase in poor health.","Relays news of their mother's illness as well as other family matters; the poor weather is contributing to an increase in illnesses; refers to the Prince Edward troop and Lee Guards.","Fears his children will forget him; writes of the camp surroundings and the \"big guns;\" wishes his son to learn his letters; has sketched a rough picture of a sickly dog they named Yankee.","Concerning his activities at home.","Is delighted to hear that his wife's health is improving; his chances for a furlough are increasing with the new lottery system; gives details of their shrinking Bible classes and prayer meetings in camp; artillery work is being done around camp; the weather continues to cause problems, especially to their new housing; gives details of the camp's winter provisions; relays stories of his times on guard duty; the size of their company continues to grow; comments on the lack of gentleman remaining in the camp; makes other judgements of camp companies; there is little going on, in and around camp; the mood in camp seems to be low; his health is generally good; gives advice to his wife concerning the next season's crops as well as possible land sale; is attempting to acquire a little negro to care for his wife while she is recovering; their daughter Minnie has also apparently been ill; recommends his wife acquire the Southern Literacy; is unhappy to learn that some of his negroes have been drafted to work on fortifying Weldon; a land dispute has erupted at home which he believes his wife can handle; Southern women will have to accept more responsibility when the war is over; prospects for peace are brightening, possibly by late spring or summer; it is believed also that Lee's army is in better health and spirits than it has ever been; there is a good deal of movement occurring with the Confederate troops; gives details of numerous army and especially naval victories for the South; the union army is rumored to lose 300,000 men by May 1, due to the end of their terms; there is also unrest growing in the northwest and Kentucky, due in part to the raising of black troops; the enemy has also given up on the idea of taking Richmond by way of Fredricksburg. 8 items, ALsS; 2 items, ALs.","Is worried about the late snow, which is proving harmful to their livestock and planting; whooping cough is running rampant among the negores; and they are beginning to get ill as well; relays family news; understands brother Nathaniel V. Watkins has bought a furlough; gives account of brother Dick's (?) charge of a regiment of Yankees; has heard news of friends in the north; refers to the gratifying tobacco prices in the region.","Comments on making it through the extremely harsh and wet winter, which has put off planting; understands he has received a furlough; they are having problems with the spread of whooping cough.","Gives a detailed account of brother Dick and his brigade's attack on a Yankee party; this attack was under the command of a General Fitz Lee; refers to a battle at Kelly's Ford, where the Confederate troops did not fare so well; relays news of family and friends, including those who have been wounded and killed; refers to charges made by the Prince Edward Cavalry, and the reactions made by General Jeb Stuart; the family is suffering with colds and the whooping cough; the children, especially the negro children, are suffering the greatest.","Is upset that he has not received a letter from her as of late; fears the problem lies with the postal service; bustle and confusion are present in his quarters; changes with leadership are occurring in camp; the Confederate army is in desperate need of naval officers; has been in the service for a year now and is growing quite tired of army life; desperately wishes war would end; relays news of certain camp members; gives details of recently received packages from Richmond; receives a furlough for the 16th of March; health continues to be well; states that recruiting is a suitable way for officers to receive long furloughs; there are few men left to recruit, due to the new Conscript Act; weather improves but then grows worse again; no fighting is expected in the area; there is a growing tiredness of war, yet pride keeps the soldiers loyal; relays details of his return to camp; have been given permission to cultivate their own gardens; his faith in God is growing stonger; asks for provisions from home; as well as news concerning his farm; is growing quite worried over the spread of diptheria among children; provisions in camp are becoming scarce; gives his wife some farm advice.","Due to the weather, the camp, especially the roads, need work; has cut down on his chewing of tobacco at his wife's request; provisions in camp continue to worsen; he refuses to eat any of the meat supplied to the camp; due to the weather and condition of the roads, there is little movement among the armies; have kept the enemy in check during the winter; the cases of diptheria have begun to lessen, and he hopes his family is doing well; planting in the surrounding area has begun.","Regretfully informs him of the death of their son Charley R. Watkins.","Relays news of health of family and friends; is concerned about Nannie V. Watkins and her health; the children there are finally getting over the whooping cough, but now suffer with cases of chicken pox and scarlet fever; the planting of their crops has begun; gives details of a cavalry unit from South Carolina which was stationed near their home; speaks, in detail, of a southern sympathizer in Baltimore.","Was sorry to learn of the death of his son Charley R. Watkins, but is happy to hear that his daughter Minnie H. Watkins was feeling better; gives details of how Nannie V. Watkins is reacting to Charley's death; is grateful that God has spared his own family.","Was very sorry to hear of Charley R. Watkins's death; the children there have nearly recovered from the whooping cough.","Informs him that their orders to evacuate the bluff have been cancelled; expresses his regrets at Charley R. Watkins's death; wishes him well and hopes he enjoys his stay at home.","Attempts desperately to console him; knows how he feels, because her child Lilie (?) also has passed away; hopes the area's health will improve with the coming of warmer weather.","Was shocked and upset to learn of his son Charley R. Watkins's death; attempts comforting Nathaniel; writes of his service in the cavalry and the state of the Confederate troops; states what a great negative effect the death of General \"Stonewall\" Jackson has had on the army; gives details of General \"J. E. B.\" Stuart and his attempts to raise a large cavalry force, including his own, the Hampton brigade, and Fitz Lee's brigade; writes of the difficulties in acquiring newspapers; it has been rumored that Lincoln has called out an additional 500,000 troops; refers to his service on a board which examines and condemns horses which are unfit for service.","Insists that Nannie come and stay with her; relays news of the family; the children there are getting well again; writes of the religious services held in the area; the crops in the area are suffering from a lack of rain; it's been very cool and dry; it seems to be more difficult acquiring furloughs; is having trouble getting summer cloth woven in time.","Hopes Nannie V. Watkins will come for a visits and that he will be able to join her; a hailstorm has damaged the wheat and watermelon crops; the corn crops are doing well; the health of the family is generally good; states that she will be sending him provisions.","Scope and Contents Wishes to visit her sister-in-law Pattie Watkins but thinks it wise to wait until late July or August, when they should be over the whooping cough; their daughter Minnie H. Watkins had again taken ill but has fully recovered; have commenced cutting wheat but the rain is slowing them down; the crops of corn and pumpkin are doing well; refers to soldiers running the blockade and confiscating Yankee provisions; relays news of family and friends; the neighborhood id getting healthy again; deeply mourns the death of their son, Charley R. Watkins; gives details of church services held in the area; states how much his family, the Smileys (his overseer), and his negroes love and miss him; refers to her boarding of Confederate soldiers; has had a problem with one of the negroes burning down his house; is ashamed of the luxury in which she lives compared to the hardships soldiers must face; assumes he is keeping up with his Bible class; expresses her dislike for the \"drinking and profane officers;\" mentions the task of exchanging their wool for cotton; Smiley (their overseer) has been possibly ordered into service, and Nannie will have to watch over the farm; will send him the shoes he needed; has heard that the war effort is going well; Grant is weakening in the west and Lee is in control of the east; is hopeful about their success at Vicksburg and their holding of Fredericksburg; refers to the tyranny of the Yankee troops and the actions taken against the Southern civilians; expresses doubt concerning the actions of West Tennessee; God will see the South through the war and deliver them the victory; the prospects for peace are very bright.","Gives details of his return to camp following his short furlough; travelled with 500 Yankee prisoners which were to be exchanged; refers to the Yankee raids in VIrginia; his duties in camp have increased; the victory at Fredricksburg was both a boost and damaging to the Confederate troops, due to the death of \"Old Stonewall\" discusses his chances of acquiring another furlough; refers to the dependent condition of their negroes; all the men in camp are in fine spirits; wishes to invest his money in Confederate bonds; is interested in the movement of Pickett's division; poor provisions are being offered to many companies; believes war will end by late summer; writes about various camp members and friends; fears there may be another battle at or near Fredricksburg soon; General Robert E. Lee is increasing his cavalry forces; refers to the numerous Confederate victories; relays the experiences of a Confederate prisoner's stay in a Yankee camp; it is rumored that Yankee's are holding 7,000 negroes on Canary Island; states the Quarter Master is quite inefficient; refers to a Congressional Act concerning provisions for paying off debts; in anxious to hear of matters concerning his farm and crops; fears for the wheat crops in the South; wishes his wife to visit his sisters in Prince Edward County, Virginia; misses his son, Charley R. Watkins, very much; needs provisions from home.","Scope and Contents Relays family news; gives her reactions to the fall of Vicksburg; refers to the wet and warm weather which kept them from working on the crops; due to the rainy weather, the rivers are impassable; gives details of a company of soldiers and their stay overnight; one of the neighbor's negro woman has run off; have commenced weaving their cotton; are experiencing little ailments, but are generally in good health; wishes he would visit. Including letter from Millie Watkins, to her brother, Nathaniel V. Watkins. Is a little under-the-weather but will write soon and wishes him to do the same.","There was a massive transport of Confederate troops to Richmond, due to a new Yankee advancement on the capital; refers to a Yankee attack of a bridge over the Southhanna River; does not speak well of the general in charge at Richmond; fears Richmond may be taken; states that Southerners are much too secure in their thoughts and actions; is hopeful now that Robert E. Lee has entered Pennslyvania; gives details of a North Carolina cavalry unit's stay at their farm; Robert E. Lee's invasion of Pennsylvania is believed to be going well; papers of both the North and South are writing in terms of peace; men returning home for horses are not finding this task easy; has learned that Vicksburg has fallen; there South must put their faith in God and assume He will make the right decision; is disgusted with those who feel the South will lose; is relieved to hear that Lee has recrossed the Potomac; the Southern people are growing tired of the war; it is rumored that Yankees are advancing on Weldon; refers to President Jefferson Davis' proclamation calling for another day of fasting and prayer; frequent raids are being made by the Yankees; fears defeat; the extreme amounts of rain are causing problems with the crops; gives details of the neighbors; often refers to her dead son Charley R. Watkins and their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; relays news of their family and friends, as well as the ailments afflicting them; have begun hiving bees; gives news of church matters; conveys news of the livestock; mentions the scores of family and friends killed, wounded or taken prisoner at the Battle of Gettysburg; rivers have become impassable; there are many cases of theft occurring; gives details of her visit home to Brookland [?]; refers to the work being done by the negroes; a survey and sale of a parcel of his land has taken place; refers to the cruel treatment exercised on a neighbor's negro.","Relays details of a visit by relatives; recent deaths and illnesses affecting friends and family are discussed; facts concerning the schooling in the area are given; refers to the numerous soldiers killed in \"the Battle\" (of Gettysburg); relays church news; mentions that state of their vegetable gardens; hopes he is over his chills.","Is quite worried about the sickness prevailing within her family; distemper; has killed a great number of their cows and oxen; their crops are suffering as much as she assumes they are in North Carolina; refers to the neighbors aiding them with their recent problems; relays news of visits by family and friends.","Ransom (?) has driven the Yankees from Weldon (?); is becoming increasingly impatient for the end of the war; they have heard gunfire nearby; the war effort is not going well; refers to a gunboat battle on the James River; recounts again how many of their friends were killed in the Battle of Gettysburg; hopes for an exchange for those soldiers who were taken prisoner; believes the South must once again renew their faith in God if the war is to be won; refers to the upcoming \"fast day\" and hopes it will be faithfully observed; is quite worried about her husband and \"the chills\" which he has been experiencing; mentions frequently the number of friends who are coming down with dysentery, diptheria, and typhoid fever; gives a detailed account of recent deaths; recent church news is given; the schooling of the local children has once again commenced; gives a detailed account of the progress in their crops of wheat, corn, tobacco, and oats; there is a shortage in their stock of sheep as well, due to the stealing of the sheep by runaway negroes; often mentions their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; is considering visiting family in Prince Edward County, Virginia; refers to the necessity of weaving their own cloth; mentions the increasing number of robberies in the area including the illegal entry into their own home; is delighted to learn that furloughs are again being issued.","Receives news of Nathaniel's hopes for a furlough or substitution; makes many references to their children; relays family, church and neighborhood news; sickness in the area continues, and the negroes are being hit hard; discusses schooling in the area; news of the crops is minimal; refers to troop movement and Nathaniel's move to Charleston, South Carolina; is angered at those young men escpaing military duty; mentions artillery fire in the area; refers to the \"sharp-shooters\" in Charleston; Beauregard (?) will save Charleston; states that \"our officers are strict;\" refers to the duties of her husband is performing; is quite worried about Nathaniel's health; refers to her chores at home; mentions a neighbor's trip to Petersburg and the Natural Bridge; the well-being of their negroes is discussed, as well as the trouble some negroes are causing; relays news of theft in the area; believes the war effort is still going well; reminds Nathaniel to avoid the temptation of alcohol.","Relays church news; refers to the well-being of friends and neighbors; home chores and laboring on the crops continues; mentions their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; refers to the emptiness of many local stores; schooling of the children continues; gives details of the trading being done at the \"Fork\" a local election is taking place; stealing is occuring by the female negroes; updates on their negroes are made; is having problems finding someone to manage the farm another year; refers to revivals taking place in the army; lectures her husband on attending his Bible class and on the evils of drinking; discusses Nathaniel's hopes of getting a furlough or substitute; relays news of General Beauregard's efforts at saving Charleston; fear of a \"great battle\" in Tennessee is growing; mentions a fight at Chattanooga (?); is pleased to learn Nathaniel has accepted a higher and less taxing position; is worried that he has sent to Jones' Island, \"the most dangerous place around Charleston.\"","Gives details of Richmond's and Petersburg's attempt to feed General Robert E. Lee's troops at Christmas; relays news of his condition to camp; is worried about the fact that their caretaker has been sent into the army; the number of furloughs granted has increased; is sorry to hear of the unrest in the neighborhoods; refers to the desertions being made to the enemy; there is a real need for more horses; asks for many provisions; the army appears to be still optimistic; gives instructions concerning his crops; refers to the intense fighting going on around him at Chaffin's Farm and Welson.","Refers to the fail of Atlanta; comments on recent Yankee advancements; the chase between Early (?) and Sheridan (?) is ongoing in his area; contemplates and reflects on the times they live in; wonders about the success of \"Old Bob\" (Robert E. Lee) and his tactics of war; refers to the plundering done by Yankees; the cost of a calvary are proving to be too much.","Is continuing his religious committment in camp; frequently comments on his hopes for a furlough or Nannie visiting; camp life is often discussed; advises Nannie on what to do with his crops and other farm matters; refers to the fail of Atlanta, Georgia, Savannah, Georgia, and possibly Petersburg, Virginia; spirits are still high and the number of desertations have lessened; is upset over the greed and corruptness spreading throughout the southern people and officers; negroe sales are becoming difficult; believes negroes should be fighting along with Confederate soldiers; flood damage is affecting travel; refers to talks and fears of Reconstruction and emancipation; a delay in payment is hurting the Confederate army; sharp-shooters are mentioned frequently; Richmond may have to be evacuated; feels the war will end soon; discusses weaknesses of the South; provisions are needed; rumors of an armistice are surfacing; feels President Lincoln is reloading his army; refers to General Wise and his hopeful speeches; the local railroads may be taken; gives advice on how to properly raise their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; fighting has increased in area; mentions an exchange of prisoners; refers to the strengths of the armies; news has spread of General Sherman and his march through the South; gives a description of General Robert E. Lee and his command.","Is frequently updated on family news; wishes his wife to visit him; due to the recent epidemic of measles, is worried about his daughter Minnie H. Watkins; feels the Southern people are not doing enough for the cause; is quite hurt by the conduct of his negroes at home; gives advice on his crops; asks for provisions; is worried over the disappearance of his negroes; the overuse of trains has slowed the mail; soldiers remaine determined; desertions have ceased; Richmond and Petersburg, Virginia, have artially have been evacuated; restraints have been placed on the press; worries about General Sherman are rising; relays news of religion in camp; rains are damaging the roads and is restricting the movement of troops; mentions a victory at Kinston (?); refers to North Carolina Governor Vance's appeal for provisions for General Lee's army; gives news of shelling incident in camp.","Relays news of his move from Petersburg, Virginia; refers to Early's (?) disasterous campaign in western Virginia; gives a description of camp life; there are a number of surrounding forces; sharp-shooters are constantly at work; gives farm advice.","Many railroads have been seized by the enemy; rumors are spreading of Yankees around Richmond, Virginia; it is rumored that General Sherman has been defeated; Confederate troops are hopeful; relays news of his regiment and their fighting; hopes to raise a negro regiment are rising; religious news in camp is discussed; relays news of his time of the picket line; heavy fighting continues around Petersburg, Virginia; refers to General Robert E. Lee's fight with General Sherman; the southern people put much faith in General Lee; intense shelling of cities are occuring; troops are encouraged by victory at Petersburg, Virginia.","Relays news of family visits; refers to health conditions; the Prince Edward County, Virginia cavalry is on display; gives update on crop conditions; insists that Nathaniel takes care of his tobacco; relays news of the commotion being caused by the freed negroes; are having many problems with the Yankees; likes President Andrew Jackson better than President Abraham Lincoln; Johnson understands the negro.","Relays farm news; health problems are prevalent in the family; children's progress in school is continuing; refers to religious event taking place; bankruptcies are spreading.","Is worried and anxious to hear from her family since the war has ended; relays news of sickness in the family; gives miscellaneous family news; life after war is rough; salaries are smaller and prices are higher; puts her faith in God.","Refers to problems Nathaniel is having with increasing debts; tells Nathaniel to put his faith in God; he is doing much better; has formed a Conservative Party in hopes of defeating the new Constitution of the Radicals; relays farm news.","Discusses his move to Farmville and 212 acre plantation he has acquired; matters are going well; refers to Nathaniel's debt problem and the sale of his land; invites Nathaniel and his family to live with him; complains of the cough and cold he has had since the war.","Mentions a compromise made with his creditors; the exchange of land, livestock, and money are involved; is taking advantage of the Bankruptcy Act; his family is sick with colds; prefers staying at his own home rather than moving in with Richard; hopes to open a little school and take in boarders.","Things are going well; gives news of family and friends; relays church news; is concerned about her garden and fowls; mentions how their daughter Minnie and Nannie are doing.","Relays news of his crops and her garden; refers to sicknesses in the neighborhood; updates her on the family and neighborhood news; mentions his involvement in the church; is having a problem with debts; drought conditions and later heavy rains damage his crops; refers to his tenant farmers and their inadequate work compared to slave hands; blames negroes and Yankees for the hard times; there is a lack of both old and new scholars; is unhappy to be separated from his wife and children; refers to the condition of his livestock; gives advice on the raising of their children; is busy organizing church records of membership.","Encourages Nathaniel to keep his land soley owned and not to go into partnership; mentions the numerous problems in the area all stemming from sickness and the Yankees; advises Nathaniel on his debt problems; they must all put their faith in God; death is running rampant through areas of Virginia; his own child had died; refers to the effects of the death of General Robert E. Lee; the search for wealth is overshadowing the need for character; mentions his dislike for the new state Constitution; gives crop news; discussses the many problems with finding labor; relays family news.","Refers to numerous family matters and chores; mentions the quiet Christmas they spent; discusses the health of the family; since negroes are moving further south, laborers are scarce; there is a shortage of ice; gives news of schooling in the area; the mild winter was appreciated.","Refers to the religious revivial in the area; comments on Nathaniel's debt problems; relays family news; drought conditions continue; their sisters are not well and have gone to certain springs to recover; mentions the celebration of their mother's 81st brithday; discusses their garden and livestock; relays crops news; there are a great many deaths around Farmville and Richmond, Virginia.","Is spending time at the spring to recover from her spell of pneumonia; she has also developed breast cancer but hopes the water will cure it; pleads with Nathaniel to watch over their mother.","Reports a death in the family; diptheria is taking its toll on the neighborhood; her health is improving; relays family news; mentions the status of their crops and livestock.","Refers to Nathaniel's school and thanks him for admitting Eddie (?); relays family news.","They are having trouble filling seats of administration in Formsville; carpet baggers and scalawags are only ones avaliable; gives his detailed advice on raising an orchard; relays crop news; the drought continues; his legal matters are not yet cleared up.","Was sorry to learn of the death of their child; instructs them to put their faith in God; is concerned with their sister Patty's recovery; relays church news.","Relays family news; mentions the chores keeping her busy at home; refers to the growth of Farmville, Virginia; congratulates him on the arrival of his new daughter; the weather has been bad; discusses Nathaniel and the teaching he's doing for her sons Eddie and Henry.","Is happy to hear of Nathaniel's good health; relays family news; mentions the growth of Farmville, Virginia; gives details on the schooling of the local children; there is a scarcity of laborers; refers to her chores at home; writes him a copy of a letter informing them of their sister's death; various members of the family are ridden with ailments.","Mentions the numerous chores her husband has recently given her; her health is suffering; relays news of their crops, garden and livestock; updates them on the family news; is upset that the family seldom sees each other.","Questions the progress made by his sons Eddie and Henry in at Nathaniel's boarding school; also inquires about the payment.","Discusses the health of the family; apparently Minnie's mother, Nannie V. Watkins, is accomodating a houseful of people; relays family news; is upset with the condition of her fowls.","Rainy weather is preventing planting; refers to the poor health of the children as well as other family members; relays news of family visits.","Gives details of her trip to visit her aunt and uncle, Nannie V. and Nathaniel V. Watkins; refers to Nathaniel's boarding school; relays crop news; Nathaniel feels he is extremely over-worked.","Updates her on the events at home; relays news of his tobacco crop; refers to the progress of his boarding school and other schooling in the area.","Nathaniel's continuous working is giving him health problems; they are living in extremely hard times; he must continue teaching due to the poor tobacco crops; relays miscellaneous farm news; gives details of event taking place at his club metting; mentions the difficulties in sending his daughter, Minnie H. Watkins to Farmville, Virginia, for schooling; his family is quite poor but happy; believes life for him is worse than life in Prince Edward County, Virginia; does not trust the corrupt railroads; gives advice on his daughter's studies.","Scope and Contents Describes, in detail, their little cousin Asa Watkins; relays family news and news of other children in the area.","Wishes she and her family would move back to Virginia and close to him; refers to the bad temperament of his son Asa; gives details on his garden; mentions how many beautiful children there are in his neighborhood.","Is sorry to hear of her mother's (Nannie V. Watkins) poor health; suggests more servants and family visits would help her; requests that Minnie come to school near him; is doing quite well due to good crops and good health; relays neighborhood and family news; despite the hard times they are keeping their spirits up in the area; mentions a meeting of the stockholders in the Richmond and Danville Railroad; hopes his son (Asa Watkins) will be a machinist as they are so desperately needed in the South.","Informs Nathaniel of the declining health and eventual death of their mother (?); recalls how blessed they were with good parents; refers to the many virtuous qualities held by their mother; refers to Nathaniel's offer to teach his children; relays the studies and future plans of his daughters; is sending his daughter to school in Lynchburg, Virginia, for music training; the hard times make it impossible to visit one another; the crops are poor in the surrounding country; gives family news; goes over financial matters with Nathaniel; mentions his numerous farm chores; prices are quite low for tobacco; refers to his mounting debts; the abundance of lawyers in Farmville, Virginia, is hurting his law business; refers to their quiet Christmas at home; is disgusted with the number of \"demagogues and negroes\" filling the legislature; fears Catholics will be next.","His financial problems continue; apparently, farther south, matters are a little better because speculation and development are higher; his farm is serving as an expense rather then a source of profit; must continue teaching to pay for farm expenses; refers to his recent nervous breakdown due to over-work; mentions the horrors of teaching; relays family news; although he would like to, he is too poor to relocate; refers to his crops of cotton, tobacco and molasses; mentions the upcoming railroad from Keysville (?) to Clarksville (?).","Is sorry to hear of Nathaniel's bad health; has been forced to give up his low profession and concentrate on his farming; mentions his poor health; refers to the troubles of their sister, Pattie Watkins Scott and the nursing of her husband (?); is now taking in boarders and is teaching; relays crop news; is getting poorer each year; refers to an attempt to form a Farmer's Club; deer hunting seems to be the last profitable venture in Virginia.","Gives details of the schooling and boarding of their children.","Relays family news; refers to their good cotton crop in the area.","Refers to her running the farm and matters of the household; is also maintaining a school in the house; mentions her declining appearance; has been forced to raise her step-son Emby (Scott) in a strange manner; gives details of her garden and livestock; is upset that she seldom sees her even closest family; refers to the declining health throughout the family.","Informs him of her father's (?) death.","Responds to Richard's request for a loan; refers to family illnesses; discusses her trip to Texas; apparently times in Texas are not as hard; also revisited Mobile and states its people are \"real Virginians.\"","Scope and Contents Thanks them for sending Emma Watkins to care for them while they are ill.","Refers to the loss of her daughter Lizzie and Nathaniel's son Charley R. Watkins; relays family news; mentions her family's religious practices; refers to the schooling of her children; times have been hard since the outbreak of the war; prices are higher and children are being forced to work; can no longer keep servants. Includes letter from Mary Ballantine, to her uncle, Nathaniel V. Watkins informing him of her sister Lizzie's death.","Wishes she could visit; relays family news; her health is improving.","Relays family news; are having a rough winter which is hurting their crop beds; refers to the schooling of their children; mentions the chores performed by the family.","Often mentions the prospect of Nathaneil's receiving a furlough; refers to a woman's chore of weaving at home; relays news of schooling going on; negroes are fortifying Raleigh, North Carolina; mentions her many chores at home; relays news of their crops and livestock; is relieved to learn that the Ironsides have been forced to leave the area of Charleston, South Carolina; relays family and neighborhood news; there apparently are a number of southern deserters; are having trouble with the theft of poultry in the area; refers to her Pa's effort to get him a substitute; believes the South is fighting God's war; fears Nathaniel will get too lazy; often refers to the progress of their children Charley R. Watkins and Minnie H. Watkins; is worried about Nathaniel's poor health; makes many references to their happy life before the war; is very upset at the number of men in the South escaping their military duty; is upset at the religious unrest in the South since the outbreak of war; relays news of sickness and death spreading throughout the neighborhood.","Encourages him to continue the study of his letters.","Relays family news both before and after the war; discusses money matters; relays news of their provisions in camp; refers to the South's greatest victory at Manassas, Virginia; although the Yankee army is rumored to be quite large, Nathaniel believes they are \"despirited and demoralized\" refers to success in Kentucky; makes references to General Robert E. Lee's expertise; believes an attack of Maryland, Ohio, and Pennsylvania is coming; refers to the North's destruction of Northern Virginia; puts his faith in God; relays news of his company's activities and camp life; is worried about the increased depreciation of Southern currency while prices of goods are still rising; they are suffering for supplies in Lee's army; relays religious news of the camp; gives advice on farm matters at home; mentions his long hours of picket duty; refers to the increased sickness of home.","Relays both good and bad news concerning crops in the area; discusses financial matters; wishes he could visit; refers to the problems of his livestock and negros eating away at his farm; relays news of his crops and livestock.","Refers to his son (Asa Watkins) and his numerous amusements; relays neighborhood news; is behind in his farm work; low tobacco prices add to the already hard times.","Refers to the increasing hard times they are living in; mentions the many demoralized Negroes; her children are frequently sick; sickness is prevalent throughout the South; relays family news; refers to the Southern hatred of Yankees.","Relays news of her caring for an ailing neighbor friends have also been wounded in battle; many horses are dying in battle; there has been an increase of sickness in area.","Scope and Contents An envelope for a weekly offering made by Nannie V. Watkins at Shiloh Presbyterian Church, two school compositions written by Minnie H. Watkins, an invoice of goods bought by Nathaniel V. Watkins, two news items reporting the death of Dr. Elisha Ballantine, a note written by a parent requesting prayer for their conversation, four items of miscellaneous verse and two unidentified fragments.","Including one written February 16, 1866, telling of \"poverty\" and \"straightened circumstances\" and one referring to the death of his mother, Mildred Morton Watkins.","Mentioning measles epidemic of 1858 which affected the health of 18 Negroes and his political views during the war. Also letter from Thomas W. Daniel, Monterey, Virginia, to his cousin, Nathaniel V. Watkins.","Washington College (Washington and Lee College), commenting on slavery and giving advice to his son at college. Also includes letter from Patty Watkins.","Other letters from his brother-in-law Elisha Ballantine, sisters Susan M. Watkins and Pattie Watkins.","Also letter from from Mildred S. Watkins to her granddaughter Minnie H. Watkins.","To his brother Nathaniel V. Watkins from Richmond, 1848, Prince Edward and Charlotte, 1848 and 1850, Philadelphia, 1854, and South Carolina, 1857; to his mother Mildred Morton Watkins from Cuba, 1858.","Includes letter from Nathaniel's mother (Mildred Morton Watkins).","Also letters from Mildred S. Watkins.","Sarah S. Skinner served as a governess in James B. Daniel's home in the 1850's, to Nannie (Daniel Watkin's) and from Martha H. Bliss, Shelburne, Vermont, to Nannie Daniel Watkins, Waterloo, North Carolina.","Including letter to Nancy Daniel Watkins from an old schoolmate about Sarah Skinner, a New England governess, letter from C. A. Watkins of Missouri to his cousin Richard Watkins, copy of will of Henry N. Watkins of Oldham, Prince Edward, copy of deed of five slaves to Nathaniel and Nannie Watkins by James B. Daniel, and letter from J. Morton to Richard Watkins.","Includes letters from Mildred R. Daniel, Lucy Jane Daniel, Charles Read Daniel, Martha E. Daniel, Jane E. Daniel, Patty Watkins, P. S. Daniel, Mollie O. Watkins and James N. Daniel. Also includes simplified genealogy.","Also letters from Nannie (Daniel) Watkins to father and mother.","Letter from ex-slaves who went to Tennessee with Mr. Barbes in 1875. Includes letters from Polly Graham (one of five slaves given to Nannie Watkins on her wedding day by her father James B. Daniel in 1859) and her daughters Martha and Sarah.","Includes a deed for slaves from Mildred S. Watkins, a receipt for the purchase of slaves from James B. Daniel and a receipt for the purchase of slaves from James B. Daniel and a receipt for the purchase of a female slave from G. A. Wilson.","Includes letter from Henry U. Watkins; Nathaniel Jackson; E. Ballantine; Benjamin S. Ewell; Michael DeVere, Edward H. Courtenay, Lawrence Smith (Professors at the University of Virginia); and Richard H. Watkins.","Special Collections Research Center","Ballentine family","Daniel family","Read family","Watkins family","Watkins, Nathaniel Venable","Ballantine, Elisha (Rev.)","Daniel, James B.","Read, Charles Lewis, 1794-1869","Sherrill, Nancy Read","Watkins, Richard H.","English"],"collection_title_tesim":["Nathaniel V. Watkins Family Papers, 1846/1889, bulk 1862/1865"],"collection_ssim":["Nathaniel V. 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His letters concern camp life, religion among the soldiers, his work as a clerk for courts-martial; and he gave directions to his wife concerning the management of their farm in Granville, North Carolina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe collection also includes correspondence of other members of the Watkins family of Prince Edward County, Virginia and of the Daniel family of Granville County, North Carolina. Some letters concern and are written by Richard H. Watkins who served in the Prince Edward Dragoons, 3rd Virginia Cavalry and who was a farmer in Prince Edward County, Virginia during Reconstruction.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe collection includes letters concerning slavery before and during the Civil War as well as letters written from formerly enslaved persons. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles Lewis Read is the father of Jane Eliza Read who married James B. Daniel. Their daughter, Nancy Venable Daniel, married Nathaniel Venable Watkins. Betsey Anne Ballentine was the sister of Nathaniel Venable Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAddition 2008.308 contains material for the Read, Daniel, Ballentine and Watkins families. The donor organized the papers and this order has been maintained.\u003c/p\u003e  ","\u003cp\u003eAsks cousin if he will act as agent for their joint property in Virginia; encloses ten dollars for taxes on this property; tells of wave of immigration to California and Oregon; inquires about prices of negro boys and girls in Virginia; states the price in Missouri; and says this it is too high there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of his arrival at the University, his course load and his lodgings, including his roommate, Mr. Tallaferro (?) of Tidewater; relates his impressions of the University and surrounding area; asks that his family write to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes, rather disparingly, Christmas season in Prince Edward Court House; gives various items of family news; encourages Nathaniel to perservere in his studies at the University of Virginia; explains that Nathaniel has better future prospects than he does.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Tells of trains being occupied with troops heading toward Petersburg and for the Peninsula, therefore he may not be able to travel toward Petersburg or Richmond; reports rumor of fighting near Newport News, but states that no one known anything; hopes that God will bless his wife and children in this trial. Including letter from Nathaniel V. Watkins, Richmond, Virginia, to Nannie V. Watkins, Townesville, North Carolina, Sunday evening, including news of travel to Richmond and descriptions of his acquaintances. Note: Addressed in error to Townesville, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives description of his surroundings and plan for improving camp; talks of possibility of fighting soon on the Peninsula, Yorktown and of reinforcement of Fort Magruder; talks of the food available; describes the officers of his company; requests some items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes his activities, such as standing duty; talks of prayer meetings which are held in the tent of the Orderly Sergeant; states that most of the Officers are pious; writes of potential fighting on Peninsula; requests that his wife and children write him more often.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComplains that he has received no mail in a couple of weeks even though others receive it; talks of the fighting on the Peninsula and their role across the river in detail; mentions his feeling of indifference before battle; tells Nannie not to be alarmed by news in papers, but only to rely on word of those in his company; mentions his deep desire to see her and the children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses possibility that the mail is responsible for his lack of letters; exhorts Nannie not to believe rumors in papers; states that troop morale is good and reinforcements come; mentions that all ladies have been banned from their lines and that most men are well; hopes that all is well at home; tells Nannie how important she is to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTalks mostly about how much he misses Nannie; mentions possibility of fighting in Gloucester Point; states that all men are well except Johny Booker (?) who is being sent to Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes in great detail activities and fighting on the Peninsula; mentions the Yankees' use of hot air balloon and sighting of two war steamers. Including, April 13, 1862, acknowledges letter from Nannie, narrates Sunday's activities including preaching, Bible study and prayer meetings; tells Nannie to have her father take control of their farm; asks negroes at home and sends his love; mentions General Joseph E. Johnston, the Peninsula fighting and alledged Confederate victories in the West.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites of his activities at home; asks father to visit him, says he is a good boy; illustrates letter with two small pictures.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receiving his letters; asks for another letters soon; writes of visiting a sick friend; narrates several items of family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes his surroundings, the big (York) river and ships on the river; (does not mention the Peninsular campaign or his activities therein); asks Charley to watch out for his little sister, continue to learn, and to mind his ma and grandma. Illustrates bottom of letter with picture of a horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives many details of everyday life; mentions that her mother is unwell; describes activities of two brothers also fighting in war; mentions a friend who might be converted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives detail of his activities over the past few days; mentions enemy shelling of Confederate troops on Peninsula on Sunday evening perhaps to lower morale; tells of exchange of fire with enemy steamers; discusses increase in his relgious feelings due to his current situation. Including, April 16, 1862, acknowledges receiving Nannie's letter; thanks her for expressing her support of him and of his cause; asks about things at home on their farm; sends his love to the negroes; expresses feeling that he will be home in six months.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks Nannie to excuse the manner in which he writes as he is often interrupted by boys talking to him; acknowledges receiving her letter; tells of great joy in camp because almost everyone received mail; states that mail is an incredible morale booster; asks Nannie to have her and her childrens' photograph taken for him; mentions that Gloucester Point was quiet, but that there was heavy fighting on the Peninsula; reports figures of those killed and wounded on both sides; says that Colonel McKinney of the 5th North Carolina (?) regiment killed in the fight; reports that their fortifications are twice as strong as when he arrived three weeks ago; mentions his view of Yorktown, York River and the Yankee Fleet; gives entire menu of the day's meals in detail. Including April 19, 1862, mentions large amount of reinforcements arriving from the Army of the Potomac and that General Ambrose Powell or Daniel Harvey (?) Hill is in Yorktown; tells of arrival of another first rate married man in his company; relates camp stories; says that all men are well and that he would be enjoying camp life like the others if he had not left so much behind.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAll are well in camp except Daniel Booker who has the mumps; yesterday was a gloomy day for him, but that generally he feels as content and happy as others in the camp; asks for a bottle of ink and an ink stand; says that there is no news of interest because they do not know what is happening on the Peninsula; reports that he receives his Christian Observer regularly and enjoys it as it looks like home; describes a visit in Richmond as the cost of several purchases made there; comments on the cruelty of this war; asks for news of his children and negroes; explains decrease in their rations due to increase in army.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAll is quiet both in his camp and on the Peninsula; notes seeing many transports carrying Yankee soldiers on the river; asks for more news and details from home; mentions his lack of trust in newspaper reports; complains of constant noise, bustle and confusion; asks for more news from home; inquires about his negroes and exhorts them to keep everything straight; writes that he is sorry he didn't see them before he left; describes being shelled by Yankee steamers; mentions increase in religiousness of a friend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses religious activities, such as Bible study and sermons, and mentions that several men have made confessions of faith; gives advice to Nannie on how to handle their separation, educate the children and states that they should be thankful for their fate which could be worse; states that Peninsula is still quiet, but that fighting must take place soon; the men are confident; says that Confederate lines are more strongly fortified than at Manassas and Centreville; army numbers eighty to a hundred thousand and is armed with enough amunition, cannons and artillery; mentions possibility of iron-clads; gives names of commaders-- General Joseph E. Johnston commands Army, General Hill the left wing resting on the York River, General James Longstreet the center, and General John Bankhead Magruder the right wing resting on the James River. Including letter dated April 28, 1862, exhorts Nannie to write longer letters and more frequently; gives detailed instructions for cultivation of his farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes negative, poor morale of men after they heard news of New Orleans defeat; expresses disappointment at increasing amount of profanity among men and that this will not help their cause with God; tells of his visit to Yorktown and Captain Baskerville; states that men in Yorktown are in good spirits, but more exposed to the weather; writes of several religious activities; comments on the beliefs of his officers. Including letter, April 30, 1862, mentions that he could see the enemy when he visited York; states that tomorrow he will have been in the service for one month.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites that they were issued muskets for a forced march; reports that they began the march, but turned back and now remain in camp; does not know reason for march; assures her he will be fine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives details of their march from Gloucester Point; describes hospitality of people of King and Queen County as they passed through; says he does not know reason for leaving the Point; tells of several deserters; gives his love to his family and says they should all be grateful (incomplete).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Now in the Army of the Peninsula, the Grand Army; describes various activities such as listening to sermons, visiting acquaintances in surrounding camps, bathing, and drilling; says his company has been divided into two-- one half, including our boys, to be left artillery, the other armed with muskets; mentions 18th Virginia Company and 23rd North Carolina Company; describes sight of six or seven thousand men on drill; reports that they are having an easier time in Light Artillery than the infantry have; knows nothing about whereabouts of army.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites of news received for Peninsula campaign including names of those wounded in their community; gives much family news regarding illnesses, gardens, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes a miserable march and the manning of his gun; says that men stood the march well; says if he is made infantry he will attempt to transfer to another company; doesn't see how this force of eight or ten thousand can he whipped by any force. Including letter, April 18, 1862, gives instructions of where to write him; expresses concern for those at home due to outbreak of fever.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the situation in the camp; says that he and the men are well; states that he cannot visit Richmond as he must be accompanied by an officer and have a pass signed by his captain and by General Hill and General Robert Emmett Rodes and this is almost impossible; gives two reasons for officers wanting to keep men in camp-- impending battle and to keep men away from liquor in Richmond; states his desire and work to transfer to another regiment to be in artillery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDissatisfied with his regiment because it is now infantry and because of selfishness at their captain; mentions also that he feels superior and better qualified than many of his officers; states that his friend Doc is at home on a 20 day furlough because of his dysentery (incomplete).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites of his homesickness and concern that he loves her and his family too much, and that he would trade all the glories won in all battles for an hour at home with his wife and children; mentions health precautions of drying his feet well; writes again of his transfer attempts; says that he and most of the men have been suffering from diarrhea.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes in much detail, the daily activities of camp for the past three days; mentions a failed attempt to join an artillery unit. Including letter, May 28, 1862, gives instructions for care of farm; requests more news from home, tells of busyness of camp. Enclosure: Two newspaper clippings from the Central Presbyterian.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays that he is in Richmond due to a pain caused by passage of gravel from the kidneys to the bladder, a routine and not serious problem among men in the army; mentions a skirmish near the Chickahominy River where the Yankees were whipped; says they have been getting enough to eat despite rumours to the contrary; says morale is good; they are confident of holding Richmond; the tide of victory has turned in their favor and war will be over in a short time; thanks God for protecting his health and family; relates story of a fight where thankfully his company was spared. Including letter, June 2, 1862.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of her letter of May 26 which encouraged him greatly; discusses his dislike of infantry service and desire to obtain a substitute; mentions that he has recovered from last week's illness; gives brief account of fighting on May 31 and June 1, Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks), although his party escaped involvement; gives more instructions of management of his farm. Including letter, June 5, 1862, requests new pair of shoes and blacking. Including letter, June 6, 1862, requests chewing tobacco and a blanket; tells of his stay in Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions comfortableness of present camp compared to some others; describes in more detail the Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks) on May 31 and June 1; notes location of enemy (Union troops); comments on what they gained-- 200 prisoners, a commissary, tents and some artillery; describes prisoners, says that they are not better educated and certainly not more moral than southerners; tells of eating oranges and drinking good coffee obtained from the enemy; mentions death of a man in his mess from having his leg amputated; says that he is very thankful that he was spared from battle; thanks wife and family for all their prayers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been transferred to Captain Bagby's company, Colonel Thomas Goode's Regiment Wises' Brigade; says he is now satisfied to be infantry because it is needed more and is happy to be out of the Chickahamoniy swamps; mentions that brother Dick's regiment is camped nearby and they have been able to see each other.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains family's nighttime prayers for his (NVM) safety; gives news of family members; describes her activities at their farm and general farming conditions; mentions a man from Clarksville who was visiting and buying provisions for the government.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of much sickness in camp which he had luckily escaped; mentions improvements of new location, especially availability of good food; discusses the fact that his regiment probably won't fight soon due to their weakened condition and lack of training in infantry; expresses thankfulness again that his company was spared involvement in the recent battle in which there was much loss of life; acknowledges receipt of wife's letter and praises her support; sends his love to his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of Doc's visit from Richmond, and thanks Nannie for the clothes and supplies she sent; repeats that it is impossible for him to get a furlough unless he becomes sick or obtains a substitute; gives a new address for his mail; exhorts her to write as often as possible, and to have faith that God's will will be done and will be good; acknowledges receipt of her letter and is sorry to hear that the negroes are sick with dysentery; gives instructions on the running of the farm; describes the helpfulness and attentiveness of woman and young girls with the sick in Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes in detail the health or sickness of various family members and friends; gives an acount of a recent battle (Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks)) which appeared in a letter from brother Dick (Richard W. Watkins).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions that they have moved their camp a mile or so and are now on the James River; says that he likes his officers except for their profanity and that his new captain was generous in granting Johnny Booker a discharge and Abe suck leave; requests that she send Mr. Hayson some food to repay him for his kindness; mentions officers again and gives an unfavorable report, but does say that they are pious and allow the men religious freedom; states that things are run more efficiently with better food and medical care now that they have been fully reorganized; says that discipline is strict and duties light; feels that he is managing in the army better than he expected to; gives more instructions for the care of the farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes a night reconnaissance maneuver to observe the enemies activity on the river (James); says that he enjoyed the experience and getting out of camp; tells of dream he had while sleeping out in the clover which reminded him of home; asks Nannie to write him; inquires after the activities and work on his farm; gives instructions for work to be done on the farm; writes that he is well and describes condition, illnesses and wounds of others; wishes he could be at home; discusses possibility that sickness in camp is a result of lack of vegetables in their diet; tells of eating half-ripe cherries for which he would have shipped his negroes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of her letter for which he had been waiting for a long time; expresses concern for her health; exhorts her not to conceal her problems from him; mentions that he would prefer it if she would live at the farm if she is not too lonely as it would be better for the negores; expresses his growing disgust with army life, the injustices and officers failing in their duties to their men; says he is lucky to be removed from the main body of the army because he is able to get plenty of butter, chicken; gives prices of several food items; says he doesn't understand why there is so little fighting, while men wait ready and die of exposure; describes building of fortifications at Chaffin's Bluff; gives detailed instructions for the running of the farm; sends his love. Includes a postscript from June 27 with news of a friend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives more news from camp; acknowledges receipt of her letter of June 19; sends his love to his family and negroes. Letter is virtually illegible; ink is extremely light.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells that his regiment avoided a great battle yesterday which occured 2-3 miles down the James River (one of Seven Days' Battles-- on June 30 June McClennon inflicted heavy losses on the Confederates while withdrawing across the Chickahominy River to a new base at Harrison's Landing on the James) because they were on pickett duty; mentions that there has been heavy fighting for the past week; hopes that they are demoralizing McClellan's army and that this will end the bloodshed; notes that he takes meals with overseer's family when he comes out on pickett; thanks God that he was spared; exhorts Nannie to have faith that all will be well; sends his love; gives news of some comrades.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates that he has returned to camp and received her letter; details the battle which raged from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. with a short intermission; notes that there is no definite word on the result, but he does not think they gained much; hopes that they will meet again soon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates that enemy has been driven back and demoralized; says that losses have been estimated at not less than 10,000; writes that his regiment has not participated in any of the battles; describes a feeling of pain he has due to his separation from his family; wishes the North would realize the impossibility of conquering the South; describes strength of the position of fortifications at Chaffin's Bluff; requests news from home about their reaction to the battles and about the farm and family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses his weariness with the war and his desire to return home; states that he thought that furloughs would be possible after the battle (Seven Days' Battles) because McClellan's forces should no longer pose a threat; adds that McClellan's forces were not as devastated as he had first thought; discusses the slow mail service; writes that there were no religious services this Sunday; adds that there have been services off and on in the past, but nothing regular since they left Gloucester Point; states that there is a ditching party working this Sunday, but fortunately he has never been asked to work on the Sabbath; laments that they have been without a regular chaplain; feels that this would aid the men immeasureably; sees the army as a great missionary field; requests a pair of shoes and a box of blacking; sends his love.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of her letter of June 19; notes that the difficulty with the mail must be near her; states how thankful and uplifted he was to receive such an ecouraging letter full of news from home; gives thanks that he and their friends have been spared from the battle and sickness; requests that Nannie answer his former questions about the farm; gives detailed instructions on things to be done on the farm; writes that they are now moving one mile to a nicer campsite; believes that McClellan's forces are stronger than the papers admit, but demoralized; tells how he and Doc (his friend) often exchange letters and talk about their wives which keeps their spirits up; sends love to family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of her letter of July 3; thanks her for answering his questions; requests that she answer his remaining questions; writes that it is impossible for him to get a furlough at present because there are many sick in his company and regiment; states that eight men died in the last nine days; adds that most of their men have been absent from home much longer than he has; asks her to kiss the children for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discusses his application to Colonel Goode, through his Lieutenant for a furlough; states why it was denied; mentions that he will not despair yet; mentions that he is in very good health and that the new cause of sickness is fever; states that since he cannot come home she must bring the children to Richmond to see him; mentions that they do receive visitors at the camp. Including letter, July 13, 1862, writes of his Sunday spent on watch in the country; laments that he is cut off from all religious priviledges; thanks Nannie for sending so much news of home; hopes that their time will come soon to see each other. Enclosure: July 7, 1862. Pattie Watkins, at Mount Pleasant, Prince Edward County, Virginia, to her brother, Nathaniel V. Watkins. Details the sickness, care and death of their niece Mildred from diptherla; writes how much good it does both her and their mother to receive his letters; gives news of sickness, wounding and death of neighbors and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes his conversation with Colonel Goode and aborted trip to Richmond in search of a furlough; writes that he has asked Mrs. Howlson to ask the Secretary of War about his case; mentions that after denying his furlough, Colonel Goode made a visit to Mecklenburg; believes that McClellan will make one more effort to take Richmond before giving up, either from the James RIver or from Fredricksburg, or attempt to cut off Petersburg; describes everyday camp life; feels that is a splendid gymnasium for young men and invalids. Includes letter, July 17, 1862, mentions another death from sickness; requests that his son, Charley, write to him; gives some instructions for the farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter almost completely illegible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes another attempt to attain a furlough; requests that his wife look into finding a substitute for him as others have them; says he would be able to bear army life better if he could get home for a week every five months or so; tells of his activities in camp; states that the war in Virginia is quiet at this time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses his latest attempt to gain a furlough which was unsuccessful; again asks Nannie to seek a substitute for him and also ask her father's advice on the subject; complains about being kept in camp when they are doing so little, only drilling and ditching; states that they have meat about once a week, otherwise they mostly eat bread. Including letter, July 26, 1862, telling of the hot weather; states that the Yankees must be suffering more from it; writes that General Wise would not let them ditch during the worst of it. Letter is unfinished.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of three letters from Nannie in six days; thanks her and reminds her how much they encourage and help him; tells of the captain's brother who has been spending a great deal of time at their camp both preaching and handing out tracks (tracts); describes the rotation of guard duty; writes of attempts to start a Bible study and prayers at night in the tents, but adds that there are too many interruptions to make this possible; describes Sunday's dinner. 3 pp. AL. Including ALS, [July 28, 1862], adding that he would give anything to see his family, but that a furlough, even if a substitute is provided, is out of the question at present; writes that he likes the idea of Nannie coming to Richmond and bringing the children, as he might be able to meet her there for a day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites that her letters bring him much joy and that his happiness depends on her; adds that he would love to see Minnie (his daughter) as she learns to walk and talk; states thay he would still rather see his wife than anyone else. Including letter, July 30, 1862, discussing his lack of ability to concentrate due to the crowds of men who often engage in profane talk even though he is in one of the most moral companies; describes being interrupted by the field artillery Wise's Brigade which were practicing nearby; tells her about artillery and how the guns work; adds that he is glad she is not home alone.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites that he keeps all her letters and often re-reads them when he doesn't get new ones; describes the say as rainy; adds that his tent is often crowded and he is growing to hate crowds; discuss the arrival of some good food; asks Nannie to send him a box of fruit and vegetables from home to Richmond through a friend there; tells the prices of food stuffs which he feels are high; notes that due to presence of a large army in the area it is difficult to obtain food stuffs; Instructs Nannie on what to do with his flock of sheep on their farm. Including letter, August 1, 1862, reporting that he was awakened the previous evening by gunfire down the river and sending his love to his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of Nannie's letter and is glad because she thought that perhaps Nannie or Nathaniel were sick; discusses sickness of their brother, Dicks, also a soldier and illnesses of friends, neighbors, and relatives; describes their new Methodist preacher; states that she likes their refugees very much; discusses crops; sends her love.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Relates his growing disatisfaction with life as a soldier, the profanity around him and their idleness during the day; writes that he feels like a dying man who must fight in order to keep from smothering. Including letter, August 4, 1862, mentions again the captain's brother who has his headquarters at their camps and distributes tracks to soldiers; again asks Nannie to send him a box with fresh food which is not available in camp; hopes that Aunt Mary will do as his wife has done and entrust the care of \"her boysamp; to the heavenly Father; writes about the Sunday sermon; wishes she could have heard it; asks Nannie to encourage preacher to divide time between their camp and another; says that it would do the men good because although most of the privates and some officers are Christians, the regimental officers are profane and godless men; sends his love.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites regarding the condition of Henry who is sick; feels that he should stay in camp until he is well enough to travel; gives news of Daniel Booker who is on sick leave from the regiment; states that his is recovering nicely; discusses the prices and condition of crops in the area; mentions his visit to Nancy (Nathaniel's wife) and children; gives his regards to Dock and Sam.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of several letters; writes that he is on picket to stop soldiers from stealing fowl; describes activities of regiment; likes peacefulness of forest; wishes Nannie could be with him; discusses again whether it is right to get a substitute; says he does not regret joining the Army and that every man should do his part; states that he is happy with his company; desires only to do his duty and then come home not to win military fame; writes of his new found love and appreciation for his wife; wishes he could be with her. Including letter, August 8, 1862, describing Boulware's farm. (Incomplete.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Notes that they have been living better due to some reinforcements from King and Queen County; discusses Nannie's moving to live with her father. Including letter, August 10, 1862, discussing the receipt and distribution of the boxes of fresh fruit and vegetables which Nannie had sent; mentions the Sunday sermon; speaks of a rumor he'd heard that said he had been discharged from the Army. Including letter, Nathaniel V. Watkins, at Camp Chafin's Farm, to his son Charley Watkins, August 9, 1862, describing his life around camp and asking Charley to be a good boy and learn to read and write.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates that he will only be able write short notes for a few weeks as he will be occupied as recorder for court marshall proceedings with General Evans as president of the court; writes that here had been considerable movements of troops in all directions, but he has not yet heard what it means; describes the passing through of about 140 Yankee officers on their way to be exchanged; sends his love.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates that she thought he had been sick or transferred to Jackson; writes that she is relieved he has not been; states her gratfefulness for his letters which are so full of love and encouragement; gives news from home, especially of children's activities; mentions that she will attempt to persuade Mr. Hines to go to her husband's camp as a regular preacher; agrees that the Army is a good opportunity to do good; says that the negroes would like to have been at the sermon and meeting he mentioned in his last letter; states that she is happy that he is where he is; believes it is Providence and that all is in God's hands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites about how it seems that everyone has gotten home except he; feels that this separation has caused them to recognize and appreciate their love; states that the court marshall is not keeping him as busy as he had anticipated; mentions possibility of Nannie meeting him in Richmond. Including letter, August 15, 1862, describing a good dinner he had the evening before; requesting Nannie to send stewed tomatoes; adding that his regiment is the only one to be doing detached work, the others have all been sent to Jackson; writes that the enemy soldiers are of the lowest classes and that they cannot possibly know the devastation of war which has all been fought on southern soil; wishes for peace now; inquires about his crops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses court marshall cases which are keeping him busy; writes of box full of food which sis[ter] Sue sent; believes that his battalion is being kept by the river for defensive purposes; writes that their separation is becoming harder to bear, notes that he has not been home because he has been blessed with health; believes that they will remain stationary for at least a month otherwise all the court marshalls would not be being held.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the progression of the war; mentions that a North Carolina Brigade (Martin's) is on opposite side of the river; feels that Yankees are waiting for reinforcements before they strike; notes that their numbers are increasing too, but he is not sure where they are coming from; says that he has been feeling a but sick, but it is nothing serious; requests some items he will be needing for the winter; company is again feeling up to par; wishes he could be home for the coming winter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVery pleased to have acquired a new tent, which sleeps four comfortably; remarks how well a soldier sleeps; acknowledges receiving her letter of August 14, 1862; this is a lonesome and empty year for him; Doc (?) has been offered the appointment to Lt. General of the 25th North Carolina regiment, but has not accepted yet; rest of army has moved to other side of river, and their regiment is the last remaining area; Yankee troops have given up the fight for Richmond from below; McClellan has moved his base; says that he is feeling much better since he wrote last; acknowledges receiving letters from Daniel (?) and Mr. Booker (?), who speak of despair in the country; does not yet know when a furlough will be offered to him, but he receives one day in winter; remembers fondly days of abusing the Yankees; sends his love.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receiving her letter of August 27, 1862; glad to have heard from Martha (?); Doc (?) did accept his newly assigned post and is now in Richmond; begs his wife to tell him if troubles arise at home; concerned with their runaway slave Tommy; gives some suggestions for the upcoming harvest; her Pa (?) might consider getting more help, because the negroes \"for their own sakes\" should not be left alone; has received a two day pass and will be going to Richmond to get away from camp; wishes he could break the blockade and go home; asks if his wife and children might come to Richmond; thinks it would be best to sell crops for cash to the neighbors; no war news to report; sends his love.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHappy to hear he has received the box of vegetables so soon; their borther Dick visited but was not looking well; Dick did get several new recruits among the prisoners; illness has struck hard amny of their friends and cousins, but their neighborhood and immediate family are fairing well; have had some severe rains which have damaged Mr. Redd's (?) tobacco crop, but the corn crop is excellent; fruit is scarce, partly due to a drought; Horace Booker (?) was involved in the Battle of Cedar River, and took General Prince.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of the children Charley and Minnie and how they are handling the situation; fears Minnie may forget him; hopes the war does not continue though Lincoln's administration as some tell her; she misses him and sends her love. Including letter from Charley Watkins, to his father, Nathaniel V. Watkins, is having a good time at his grandpa's but misses his father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerned with certain aspects of the war; relays news of family and friends; gives details of crop situations.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays news and health of family and friends; news of the battles of Manassas and Warrenton Springs have reached the family; gives details of crop situations.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes his camp life and the wildlife surrounding the camp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerned with his continued denial of a furlough; troubles with the mail service are arising; advises his wife on farm matters and especially on crops of tobacco and wheat; problems concerning his slaves and their runaway slave Tommy are mentioned; also discusses using negroes in camp; describes his abundance of free time in camp; his court work continues; descriptions of the camp, camp members, and surrounding area are made; camp provisions are discussed, such as various clothing and food stuffs; many religous functions are taking place in the camp; mentions battles and fighting around Williamsburg, Manassas, Harper's Ferry, and Washington; mentions uprisings in both Kentucky and Missouri; prisoner exchanges are taking place; believes peace is coming soon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFears spread of diptheria, scarlet fever, and measles; conveys news of family and friends; news that corn and tobacco crops are doing well; detailed descriptions of making cloth and dyeing are given.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a request for a furlough.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChances for a furlough are becoming slim; sickness, namely remittent fever has hit the camp as well as himself; camp life such as new housing, company provisions, and numbers of news arrivals is discussed; mentions that provisions such as warm clothing are needed from home; concerned with the sale of his slave Tommy; news of the war is increasingly discouraging; details of a new exemption bill are discussed; resuming his work with the court; advises his wife on crops of tobacco and wheat as well as their orchard of apples and peaches; pros and cons of using a substitue are given.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas sent him the provisions he requested; suggests he should transfer to the Prince Edward cavalry, under the command of General J. E. S. Stewart (Stuart); relays family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttempts boosting his morale and advises him on his problems with getting a furlough; fears that the Yankees will attempt cutting off Richmond from the rest of the South; suggests he not purchase any more slaves and instead should invest in land which is more valuable; slaves as a property are uncertain; relays family news, health of negroes and children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays family news; mentions Brother Dick's opinion of General \"J. E. B.\" Stewart (Stuart) and his raids into Pennsylvania; sickness is hitting friends and family hard; there is a spirit of marrying about; prices for tobacco are high; there is a real need for salt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSees no signs of war ending any time soon, and in fact, the North seems even more united; news concerning his negroes is discussed in detail; obtaining a substitute does not look possible at the present time; their new housing has been completed; they are starting up a literacy club to pass time; the weather is getting worse; discusses his limited company duties; describes the court in which he works, speaks of slave use in camp and at the court; relays news of friends in his company; religious events which occur in camp are explained; has been quite depressed; glad to hear of his wife's growing independence; worried about hs mounting debt; gives farm advice; asks for certain provisions from home; frustrated with his continued denial of a furlough; troubles with the mail continue; tells of the blockading of the James River by using both \"sharp-shooters\" and submarine batteries; discusses the extensive ditches and breastworks surrounding Richmond; wishes to sell 300-350 of his 1200 acres; there is no news concerning military battles; mentions the Charlotte cavalry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs very concerned with the fact that his wife has been ill; seeks his wife's advice in many matters; while there is an abundance of clothing, the scarcity of shoes is an extreme problem; unless he receives a furlough, is determined to leave the service; continued improvments in camp are carried out; is quite critical of certain commanders; describes religious activites in camp; relays news of his tobacco crop and its going rate; still eager to sell some of his land and pay off his debt; gives details concerning their literary club; discusses, in detail, their execution of firing drills; mentions the Seven Pines; is coping with the bad weather rather well, unlike the negroes in camp; complains about provisions of beef, pork, and lack of butter and sugar; postage is getting high; frequent resignations of generals are taking place; Pickett's division is moving from Richmond to Charleston, South Carolina; signs of peace are becoming more apparent; there are wide-spread rumors of disaffection in the Northwest; gives advice concerning farm and crop trip are given; refers to his stopping at the Wolf Trap depot; (?) in his part of the army; refers to the Southern Literacy Messenger and claims it is a very good paper; Yankees have crossed at Fredricksburg, Virginia and there is a threatened advance being made by Burnside [?]; troops in Richmond and Petersburg are being moved to aid Gen[eral] Lee; there is also action taking place on the James River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks advice on certain family matters; relays family news; dyptheria is becoming quite common among children; tells of troubles with certain negroes as well as the use of negroes in fortifying Weldon; relays facts of a neighbor's will, including provisions for his children and negroes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays news of brother Dick and his fellow soldiers running the blockade for cheaper provisions; updates her on family news; both the weather and roads are poor; refers to the Prince Edward cavalry and the Lee Guards; the weather is contributing to an increase in poor health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays news of their mother's illness as well as other family matters; the poor weather is contributing to an increase in illnesses; refers to the Prince Edward troop and Lee Guards.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFears his children will forget him; writes of the camp surroundings and the \"big guns;\" wishes his son to learn his letters; has sketched a rough picture of a sickly dog they named Yankee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning his activities at home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs delighted to hear that his wife's health is improving; his chances for a furlough are increasing with the new lottery system; gives details of their shrinking Bible classes and prayer meetings in camp; artillery work is being done around camp; the weather continues to cause problems, especially to their new housing; gives details of the camp's winter provisions; relays stories of his times on guard duty; the size of their company continues to grow; comments on the lack of gentleman remaining in the camp; makes other judgements of camp companies; there is little going on, in and around camp; the mood in camp seems to be low; his health is generally good; gives advice to his wife concerning the next season's crops as well as possible land sale; is attempting to acquire a little negro to care for his wife while she is recovering; their daughter Minnie has also apparently been ill; recommends his wife acquire the Southern Literacy; is unhappy to learn that some of his negroes have been drafted to work on fortifying Weldon; a land dispute has erupted at home which he believes his wife can handle; Southern women will have to accept more responsibility when the war is over; prospects for peace are brightening, possibly by late spring or summer; it is believed also that Lee's army is in better health and spirits than it has ever been; there is a good deal of movement occurring with the Confederate troops; gives details of numerous army and especially naval victories for the South; the union army is rumored to lose 300,000 men by May 1, due to the end of their terms; there is also unrest growing in the northwest and Kentucky, due in part to the raising of black troops; the enemy has also given up on the idea of taking Richmond by way of Fredricksburg. 8 items, ALsS; 2 items, ALs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs worried about the late snow, which is proving harmful to their livestock and planting; whooping cough is running rampant among the negores; and they are beginning to get ill as well; relays family news; understands brother Nathaniel V. Watkins has bought a furlough; gives account of brother Dick's (?) charge of a regiment of Yankees; has heard news of friends in the north; refers to the gratifying tobacco prices in the region.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on making it through the extremely harsh and wet winter, which has put off planting; understands he has received a furlough; they are having problems with the spread of whooping cough.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives a detailed account of brother Dick and his brigade's attack on a Yankee party; this attack was under the command of a General Fitz Lee; refers to a battle at Kelly's Ford, where the Confederate troops did not fare so well; relays news of family and friends, including those who have been wounded and killed; refers to charges made by the Prince Edward Cavalry, and the reactions made by General Jeb Stuart; the family is suffering with colds and the whooping cough; the children, especially the negro children, are suffering the greatest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs upset that he has not received a letter from her as of late; fears the problem lies with the postal service; bustle and confusion are present in his quarters; changes with leadership are occurring in camp; the Confederate army is in desperate need of naval officers; has been in the service for a year now and is growing quite tired of army life; desperately wishes war would end; relays news of certain camp members; gives details of recently received packages from Richmond; receives a furlough for the 16th of March; health continues to be well; states that recruiting is a suitable way for officers to receive long furloughs; there are few men left to recruit, due to the new Conscript Act; weather improves but then grows worse again; no fighting is expected in the area; there is a growing tiredness of war, yet pride keeps the soldiers loyal; relays details of his return to camp; have been given permission to cultivate their own gardens; his faith in God is growing stonger; asks for provisions from home; as well as news concerning his farm; is growing quite worried over the spread of diptheria among children; provisions in camp are becoming scarce; gives his wife some farm advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDue to the weather, the camp, especially the roads, need work; has cut down on his chewing of tobacco at his wife's request; provisions in camp continue to worsen; he refuses to eat any of the meat supplied to the camp; due to the weather and condition of the roads, there is little movement among the armies; have kept the enemy in check during the winter; the cases of diptheria have begun to lessen, and he hopes his family is doing well; planting in the surrounding area has begun.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegretfully informs him of the death of their son Charley R. Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays news of health of family and friends; is concerned about Nannie V. Watkins and her health; the children there are finally getting over the whooping cough, but now suffer with cases of chicken pox and scarlet fever; the planting of their crops has begun; gives details of a cavalry unit from South Carolina which was stationed near their home; speaks, in detail, of a southern sympathizer in Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWas sorry to learn of the death of his son Charley R. Watkins, but is happy to hear that his daughter Minnie H. Watkins was feeling better; gives details of how Nannie V. Watkins is reacting to Charley's death; is grateful that God has spared his own family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWas very sorry to hear of Charley R. Watkins's death; the children there have nearly recovered from the whooping cough.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInforms him that their orders to evacuate the bluff have been cancelled; expresses his regrets at Charley R. Watkins's death; wishes him well and hopes he enjoys his stay at home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttempts desperately to console him; knows how he feels, because her child Lilie (?) also has passed away; hopes the area's health will improve with the coming of warmer weather.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWas shocked and upset to learn of his son Charley R. Watkins's death; attempts comforting Nathaniel; writes of his service in the cavalry and the state of the Confederate troops; states what a great negative effect the death of General \"Stonewall\" Jackson has had on the army; gives details of General \"J. E. B.\" Stuart and his attempts to raise a large cavalry force, including his own, the Hampton brigade, and Fitz Lee's brigade; writes of the difficulties in acquiring newspapers; it has been rumored that Lincoln has called out an additional 500,000 troops; refers to his service on a board which examines and condemns horses which are unfit for service.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInsists that Nannie come and stay with her; relays news of the family; the children there are getting well again; writes of the religious services held in the area; the crops in the area are suffering from a lack of rain; it's been very cool and dry; it seems to be more difficult acquiring furloughs; is having trouble getting summer cloth woven in time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes Nannie V. Watkins will come for a visits and that he will be able to join her; a hailstorm has damaged the wheat and watermelon crops; the corn crops are doing well; the health of the family is generally good; states that she will be sending him provisions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Wishes to visit her sister-in-law Pattie Watkins but thinks it wise to wait until late July or August, when they should be over the whooping cough; their daughter Minnie H. Watkins had again taken ill but has fully recovered; have commenced cutting wheat but the rain is slowing them down; the crops of corn and pumpkin are doing well; refers to soldiers running the blockade and confiscating Yankee provisions; relays news of family and friends; the neighborhood id getting healthy again; deeply mourns the death of their son, Charley R. Watkins; gives details of church services held in the area; states how much his family, the Smileys (his overseer), and his negroes love and miss him; refers to her boarding of Confederate soldiers; has had a problem with one of the negroes burning down his house; is ashamed of the luxury in which she lives compared to the hardships soldiers must face; assumes he is keeping up with his Bible class; expresses her dislike for the \"drinking and profane officers;\" mentions the task of exchanging their wool for cotton; Smiley (their overseer) has been possibly ordered into service, and Nannie will have to watch over the farm; will send him the shoes he needed; has heard that the war effort is going well; Grant is weakening in the west and Lee is in control of the east; is hopeful about their success at Vicksburg and their holding of Fredericksburg; refers to the tyranny of the Yankee troops and the actions taken against the Southern civilians; expresses doubt concerning the actions of West Tennessee; God will see the South through the war and deliver them the victory; the prospects for peace are very bright.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives details of his return to camp following his short furlough; travelled with 500 Yankee prisoners which were to be exchanged; refers to the Yankee raids in VIrginia; his duties in camp have increased; the victory at Fredricksburg was both a boost and damaging to the Confederate troops, due to the death of \"Old Stonewall\" discusses his chances of acquiring another furlough; refers to the dependent condition of their negroes; all the men in camp are in fine spirits; wishes to invest his money in Confederate bonds; is interested in the movement of Pickett's division; poor provisions are being offered to many companies; believes war will end by late summer; writes about various camp members and friends; fears there may be another battle at or near Fredricksburg soon; General Robert E. Lee is increasing his cavalry forces; refers to the numerous Confederate victories; relays the experiences of a Confederate prisoner's stay in a Yankee camp; it is rumored that Yankee's are holding 7,000 negroes on Canary Island; states the Quarter Master is quite inefficient; refers to a Congressional Act concerning provisions for paying off debts; in anxious to hear of matters concerning his farm and crops; fears for the wheat crops in the South; wishes his wife to visit his sisters in Prince Edward County, Virginia; misses his son, Charley R. Watkins, very much; needs provisions from home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Relays family news; gives her reactions to the fall of Vicksburg; refers to the wet and warm weather which kept them from working on the crops; due to the rainy weather, the rivers are impassable; gives details of a company of soldiers and their stay overnight; one of the neighbor's negro woman has run off; have commenced weaving their cotton; are experiencing little ailments, but are generally in good health; wishes he would visit. Including letter from Millie Watkins, to her brother, Nathaniel V. Watkins. Is a little under-the-weather but will write soon and wishes him to do the same.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere was a massive transport of Confederate troops to Richmond, due to a new Yankee advancement on the capital; refers to a Yankee attack of a bridge over the Southhanna River; does not speak well of the general in charge at Richmond; fears Richmond may be taken; states that Southerners are much too secure in their thoughts and actions; is hopeful now that Robert E. Lee has entered Pennslyvania; gives details of a North Carolina cavalry unit's stay at their farm; Robert E. Lee's invasion of Pennsylvania is believed to be going well; papers of both the North and South are writing in terms of peace; men returning home for horses are not finding this task easy; has learned that Vicksburg has fallen; there South must put their faith in God and assume He will make the right decision; is disgusted with those who feel the South will lose; is relieved to hear that Lee has recrossed the Potomac; the Southern people are growing tired of the war; it is rumored that Yankees are advancing on Weldon; refers to President Jefferson Davis' proclamation calling for another day of fasting and prayer; frequent raids are being made by the Yankees; fears defeat; the extreme amounts of rain are causing problems with the crops; gives details of the neighbors; often refers to her dead son Charley R. Watkins and their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; relays news of their family and friends, as well as the ailments afflicting them; have begun hiving bees; gives news of church matters; conveys news of the livestock; mentions the scores of family and friends killed, wounded or taken prisoner at the Battle of Gettysburg; rivers have become impassable; there are many cases of theft occurring; gives details of her visit home to Brookland [?]; refers to the work being done by the negroes; a survey and sale of a parcel of his land has taken place; refers to the cruel treatment exercised on a neighbor's negro.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays details of a visit by relatives; recent deaths and illnesses affecting friends and family are discussed; facts concerning the schooling in the area are given; refers to the numerous soldiers killed in \"the Battle\" (of Gettysburg); relays church news; mentions that state of their vegetable gardens; hopes he is over his chills.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs quite worried about the sickness prevailing within her family; distemper; has killed a great number of their cows and oxen; their crops are suffering as much as she assumes they are in North Carolina; refers to the neighbors aiding them with their recent problems; relays news of visits by family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRansom (?) has driven the Yankees from Weldon (?); is becoming increasingly impatient for the end of the war; they have heard gunfire nearby; the war effort is not going well; refers to a gunboat battle on the James River; recounts again how many of their friends were killed in the Battle of Gettysburg; hopes for an exchange for those soldiers who were taken prisoner; believes the South must once again renew their faith in God if the war is to be won; refers to the upcoming \"fast day\" and hopes it will be faithfully observed; is quite worried about her husband and \"the chills\" which he has been experiencing; mentions frequently the number of friends who are coming down with dysentery, diptheria, and typhoid fever; gives a detailed account of recent deaths; recent church news is given; the schooling of the local children has once again commenced; gives a detailed account of the progress in their crops of wheat, corn, tobacco, and oats; there is a shortage in their stock of sheep as well, due to the stealing of the sheep by runaway negroes; often mentions their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; is considering visiting family in Prince Edward County, Virginia; refers to the necessity of weaving their own cloth; mentions the increasing number of robberies in the area including the illegal entry into their own home; is delighted to learn that furloughs are again being issued.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceives news of Nathaniel's hopes for a furlough or substitution; makes many references to their children; relays family, church and neighborhood news; sickness in the area continues, and the negroes are being hit hard; discusses schooling in the area; news of the crops is minimal; refers to troop movement and Nathaniel's move to Charleston, South Carolina; is angered at those young men escpaing military duty; mentions artillery fire in the area; refers to the \"sharp-shooters\" in Charleston; Beauregard (?) will save Charleston; states that \"our officers are strict;\" refers to the duties of her husband is performing; is quite worried about Nathaniel's health; refers to her chores at home; mentions a neighbor's trip to Petersburg and the Natural Bridge; the well-being of their negroes is discussed, as well as the trouble some negroes are causing; relays news of theft in the area; believes the war effort is still going well; reminds Nathaniel to avoid the temptation of alcohol.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays church news; refers to the well-being of friends and neighbors; home chores and laboring on the crops continues; mentions their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; refers to the emptiness of many local stores; schooling of the children continues; gives details of the trading being done at the \"Fork\" a local election is taking place; stealing is occuring by the female negroes; updates on their negroes are made; is having problems finding someone to manage the farm another year; refers to revivals taking place in the army; lectures her husband on attending his Bible class and on the evils of drinking; discusses Nathaniel's hopes of getting a furlough or substitute; relays news of General Beauregard's efforts at saving Charleston; fear of a \"great battle\" in Tennessee is growing; mentions a fight at Chattanooga (?); is pleased to learn Nathaniel has accepted a higher and less taxing position; is worried that he has sent to Jones' Island, \"the most dangerous place around Charleston.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives details of Richmond's and Petersburg's attempt to feed General Robert E. Lee's troops at Christmas; relays news of his condition to camp; is worried about the fact that their caretaker has been sent into the army; the number of furloughs granted has increased; is sorry to hear of the unrest in the neighborhoods; refers to the desertions being made to the enemy; there is a real need for more horses; asks for many provisions; the army appears to be still optimistic; gives instructions concerning his crops; refers to the intense fighting going on around him at Chaffin's Farm and Welson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to the fail of Atlanta; comments on recent Yankee advancements; the chase between Early (?) and Sheridan (?) is ongoing in his area; contemplates and reflects on the times they live in; wonders about the success of \"Old Bob\" (Robert E. Lee) and his tactics of war; refers to the plundering done by Yankees; the cost of a calvary are proving to be too much.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs continuing his religious committment in camp; frequently comments on his hopes for a furlough or Nannie visiting; camp life is often discussed; advises Nannie on what to do with his crops and other farm matters; refers to the fail of Atlanta, Georgia, Savannah, Georgia, and possibly Petersburg, Virginia; spirits are still high and the number of desertations have lessened; is upset over the greed and corruptness spreading throughout the southern people and officers; negroe sales are becoming difficult; believes negroes should be fighting along with Confederate soldiers; flood damage is affecting travel; refers to talks and fears of Reconstruction and emancipation; a delay in payment is hurting the Confederate army; sharp-shooters are mentioned frequently; Richmond may have to be evacuated; feels the war will end soon; discusses weaknesses of the South; provisions are needed; rumors of an armistice are surfacing; feels President Lincoln is reloading his army; refers to General Wise and his hopeful speeches; the local railroads may be taken; gives advice on how to properly raise their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; fighting has increased in area; mentions an exchange of prisoners; refers to the strengths of the armies; news has spread of General Sherman and his march through the South; gives a description of General Robert E. Lee and his command.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs frequently updated on family news; wishes his wife to visit him; due to the recent epidemic of measles, is worried about his daughter Minnie H. Watkins; feels the Southern people are not doing enough for the cause; is quite hurt by the conduct of his negroes at home; gives advice on his crops; asks for provisions; is worried over the disappearance of his negroes; the overuse of trains has slowed the mail; soldiers remaine determined; desertions have ceased; Richmond and Petersburg, Virginia, have artially have been evacuated; restraints have been placed on the press; worries about General Sherman are rising; relays news of religion in camp; rains are damaging the roads and is restricting the movement of troops; mentions a victory at Kinston (?); refers to North Carolina Governor Vance's appeal for provisions for General Lee's army; gives news of shelling incident in camp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays news of his move from Petersburg, Virginia; refers to Early's (?) disasterous campaign in western Virginia; gives a description of camp life; there are a number of surrounding forces; sharp-shooters are constantly at work; gives farm advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMany railroads have been seized by the enemy; rumors are spreading of Yankees around Richmond, Virginia; it is rumored that General Sherman has been defeated; Confederate troops are hopeful; relays news of his regiment and their fighting; hopes to raise a negro regiment are rising; religious news in camp is discussed; relays news of his time of the picket line; heavy fighting continues around Petersburg, Virginia; refers to General Robert E. Lee's fight with General Sherman; the southern people put much faith in General Lee; intense shelling of cities are occuring; troops are encouraged by victory at Petersburg, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays news of family visits; refers to health conditions; the Prince Edward County, Virginia cavalry is on display; gives update on crop conditions; insists that Nathaniel takes care of his tobacco; relays news of the commotion being caused by the freed negroes; are having many problems with the Yankees; likes President Andrew Jackson better than President Abraham Lincoln; Johnson understands the negro.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays farm news; health problems are prevalent in the family; children's progress in school is continuing; refers to religious event taking place; bankruptcies are spreading.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs worried and anxious to hear from her family since the war has ended; relays news of sickness in the family; gives miscellaneous family news; life after war is rough; salaries are smaller and prices are higher; puts her faith in God.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to problems Nathaniel is having with increasing debts; tells Nathaniel to put his faith in God; he is doing much better; has formed a Conservative Party in hopes of defeating the new Constitution of the Radicals; relays farm news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses his move to Farmville and 212 acre plantation he has acquired; matters are going well; refers to Nathaniel's debt problem and the sale of his land; invites Nathaniel and his family to live with him; complains of the cough and cold he has had since the war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions a compromise made with his creditors; the exchange of land, livestock, and money are involved; is taking advantage of the Bankruptcy Act; his family is sick with colds; prefers staying at his own home rather than moving in with Richard; hopes to open a little school and take in boarders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThings are going well; gives news of family and friends; relays church news; is concerned about her garden and fowls; mentions how their daughter Minnie and Nannie are doing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays news of his crops and her garden; refers to sicknesses in the neighborhood; updates her on the family and neighborhood news; mentions his involvement in the church; is having a problem with debts; drought conditions and later heavy rains damage his crops; refers to his tenant farmers and their inadequate work compared to slave hands; blames negroes and Yankees for the hard times; there is a lack of both old and new scholars; is unhappy to be separated from his wife and children; refers to the condition of his livestock; gives advice on the raising of their children; is busy organizing church records of membership.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncourages Nathaniel to keep his land soley owned and not to go into partnership; mentions the numerous problems in the area all stemming from sickness and the Yankees; advises Nathaniel on his debt problems; they must all put their faith in God; death is running rampant through areas of Virginia; his own child had died; refers to the effects of the death of General Robert E. Lee; the search for wealth is overshadowing the need for character; mentions his dislike for the new state Constitution; gives crop news; discussses the many problems with finding labor; relays family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to numerous family matters and chores; mentions the quiet Christmas they spent; discusses the health of the family; since negroes are moving further south, laborers are scarce; there is a shortage of ice; gives news of schooling in the area; the mild winter was appreciated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to the religious revivial in the area; comments on Nathaniel's debt problems; relays family news; drought conditions continue; their sisters are not well and have gone to certain springs to recover; mentions the celebration of their mother's 81st brithday; discusses their garden and livestock; relays crops news; there are a great many deaths around Farmville and Richmond, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs spending time at the spring to recover from her spell of pneumonia; she has also developed breast cancer but hopes the water will cure it; pleads with Nathaniel to watch over their mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports a death in the family; diptheria is taking its toll on the neighborhood; her health is improving; relays family news; mentions the status of their crops and livestock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to Nathaniel's school and thanks him for admitting Eddie (?); relays family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThey are having trouble filling seats of administration in Formsville; carpet baggers and scalawags are only ones avaliable; gives his detailed advice on raising an orchard; relays crop news; the drought continues; his legal matters are not yet cleared up.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWas sorry to learn of the death of their child; instructs them to put their faith in God; is concerned with their sister Patty's recovery; relays church news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays family news; mentions the chores keeping her busy at home; refers to the growth of Farmville, Virginia; congratulates him on the arrival of his new daughter; the weather has been bad; discusses Nathaniel and the teaching he's doing for her sons Eddie and Henry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs happy to hear of Nathaniel's good health; relays family news; mentions the growth of Farmville, Virginia; gives details on the schooling of the local children; there is a scarcity of laborers; refers to her chores at home; writes him a copy of a letter informing them of their sister's death; various members of the family are ridden with ailments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions the numerous chores her husband has recently given her; her health is suffering; relays news of their crops, garden and livestock; updates them on the family news; is upset that the family seldom sees each other.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuestions the progress made by his sons Eddie and Henry in at Nathaniel's boarding school; also inquires about the payment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the health of the family; apparently Minnie's mother, Nannie V. Watkins, is accomodating a houseful of people; relays family news; is upset with the condition of her fowls.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRainy weather is preventing planting; refers to the poor health of the children as well as other family members; relays news of family visits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives details of her trip to visit her aunt and uncle, Nannie V. and Nathaniel V. Watkins; refers to Nathaniel's boarding school; relays crop news; Nathaniel feels he is extremely over-worked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUpdates her on the events at home; relays news of his tobacco crop; refers to the progress of his boarding school and other schooling in the area.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNathaniel's continuous working is giving him health problems; they are living in extremely hard times; he must continue teaching due to the poor tobacco crops; relays miscellaneous farm news; gives details of event taking place at his club metting; mentions the difficulties in sending his daughter, Minnie H. Watkins to Farmville, Virginia, for schooling; his family is quite poor but happy; believes life for him is worse than life in Prince Edward County, Virginia; does not trust the corrupt railroads; gives advice on his daughter's studies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Describes, in detail, their little cousin Asa Watkins; relays family news and news of other children in the area.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes she and her family would move back to Virginia and close to him; refers to the bad temperament of his son Asa; gives details on his garden; mentions how many beautiful children there are in his neighborhood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs sorry to hear of her mother's (Nannie V. Watkins) poor health; suggests more servants and family visits would help her; requests that Minnie come to school near him; is doing quite well due to good crops and good health; relays neighborhood and family news; despite the hard times they are keeping their spirits up in the area; mentions a meeting of the stockholders in the Richmond and Danville Railroad; hopes his son (Asa Watkins) will be a machinist as they are so desperately needed in the South.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInforms Nathaniel of the declining health and eventual death of their mother (?); recalls how blessed they were with good parents; refers to the many virtuous qualities held by their mother; refers to Nathaniel's offer to teach his children; relays the studies and future plans of his daughters; is sending his daughter to school in Lynchburg, Virginia, for music training; the hard times make it impossible to visit one another; the crops are poor in the surrounding country; gives family news; goes over financial matters with Nathaniel; mentions his numerous farm chores; prices are quite low for tobacco; refers to his mounting debts; the abundance of lawyers in Farmville, Virginia, is hurting his law business; refers to their quiet Christmas at home; is disgusted with the number of \"demagogues and negroes\" filling the legislature; fears Catholics will be next.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis financial problems continue; apparently, farther south, matters are a little better because speculation and development are higher; his farm is serving as an expense rather then a source of profit; must continue teaching to pay for farm expenses; refers to his recent nervous breakdown due to over-work; mentions the horrors of teaching; relays family news; although he would like to, he is too poor to relocate; refers to his crops of cotton, tobacco and molasses; mentions the upcoming railroad from Keysville (?) to Clarksville (?).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs sorry to hear of Nathaniel's bad health; has been forced to give up his low profession and concentrate on his farming; mentions his poor health; refers to the troubles of their sister, Pattie Watkins Scott and the nursing of her husband (?); is now taking in boarders and is teaching; relays crop news; is getting poorer each year; refers to an attempt to form a Farmer's Club; deer hunting seems to be the last profitable venture in Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives details of the schooling and boarding of their children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays family news; refers to their good cotton crop in the area.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to her running the farm and matters of the household; is also maintaining a school in the house; mentions her declining appearance; has been forced to raise her step-son Emby (Scott) in a strange manner; gives details of her garden and livestock; is upset that she seldom sees her even closest family; refers to the declining health throughout the family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInforms him of her father's (?) death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResponds to Richard's request for a loan; refers to family illnesses; discusses her trip to Texas; apparently times in Texas are not as hard; also revisited Mobile and states its people are \"real Virginians.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Thanks them for sending Emma Watkins to care for them while they are ill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to the loss of her daughter Lizzie and Nathaniel's son Charley R. Watkins; relays family news; mentions her family's religious practices; refers to the schooling of her children; times have been hard since the outbreak of the war; prices are higher and children are being forced to work; can no longer keep servants. Includes letter from Mary Ballantine, to her uncle, Nathaniel V. Watkins informing him of her sister Lizzie's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes she could visit; relays family news; her health is improving.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays family news; are having a rough winter which is hurting their crop beds; refers to the schooling of their children; mentions the chores performed by the family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOften mentions the prospect of Nathaneil's receiving a furlough; refers to a woman's chore of weaving at home; relays news of schooling going on; negroes are fortifying Raleigh, North Carolina; mentions her many chores at home; relays news of their crops and livestock; is relieved to learn that the Ironsides have been forced to leave the area of Charleston, South Carolina; relays family and neighborhood news; there apparently are a number of southern deserters; are having trouble with the theft of poultry in the area; refers to her Pa's effort to get him a substitute; believes the South is fighting God's war; fears Nathaniel will get too lazy; often refers to the progress of their children Charley R. Watkins and Minnie H. Watkins; is worried about Nathaniel's poor health; makes many references to their happy life before the war; is very upset at the number of men in the South escaping their military duty; is upset at the religious unrest in the South since the outbreak of war; relays news of sickness and death spreading throughout the neighborhood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncourages him to continue the study of his letters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays family news both before and after the war; discusses money matters; relays news of their provisions in camp; refers to the South's greatest victory at Manassas, Virginia; although the Yankee army is rumored to be quite large, Nathaniel believes they are \"despirited and demoralized\" refers to success in Kentucky; makes references to General Robert E. Lee's expertise; believes an attack of Maryland, Ohio, and Pennsylvania is coming; refers to the North's destruction of Northern Virginia; puts his faith in God; relays news of his company's activities and camp life; is worried about the increased depreciation of Southern currency while prices of goods are still rising; they are suffering for supplies in Lee's army; relays religious news of the camp; gives advice on farm matters at home; mentions his long hours of picket duty; refers to the increased sickness of home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays both good and bad news concerning crops in the area; discusses financial matters; wishes he could visit; refers to the problems of his livestock and negros eating away at his farm; relays news of his crops and livestock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to his son (Asa Watkins) and his numerous amusements; relays neighborhood news; is behind in his farm work; low tobacco prices add to the already hard times.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to the increasing hard times they are living in; mentions the many demoralized Negroes; her children are frequently sick; sickness is prevalent throughout the South; relays family news; refers to the Southern hatred of Yankees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays news of her caring for an ailing neighbor friends have also been wounded in battle; many horses are dying in battle; there has been an increase of sickness in area.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents An envelope for a weekly offering made by Nannie V. Watkins at Shiloh Presbyterian Church, two school compositions written by Minnie H. Watkins, an invoice of goods bought by Nathaniel V. Watkins, two news items reporting the death of Dr. Elisha Ballantine, a note written by a parent requesting prayer for their conversation, four items of miscellaneous verse and two unidentified fragments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluding one written February 16, 1866, telling of \"poverty\" and \"straightened circumstances\" and one referring to the death of his mother, Mildred Morton Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentioning measles epidemic of 1858 which affected the health of 18 Negroes and his political views during the war. Also letter from Thomas W. Daniel, Monterey, Virginia, to his cousin, Nathaniel V. Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington College (Washington and Lee College), commenting on slavery and giving advice to his son at college. Also includes letter from Patty Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOther letters from his brother-in-law Elisha Ballantine, sisters Susan M. Watkins and Pattie Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlso letter from from Mildred S. Watkins to her granddaughter Minnie H. Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo his brother Nathaniel V. Watkins from Richmond, 1848, Prince Edward and Charlotte, 1848 and 1850, Philadelphia, 1854, and South Carolina, 1857; to his mother Mildred Morton Watkins from Cuba, 1858.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes letter from Nathaniel's mother (Mildred Morton Watkins).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlso letters from Mildred S. Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSarah S. Skinner served as a governess in James B. Daniel's home in the 1850's, to Nannie (Daniel Watkin's) and from Martha H. Bliss, Shelburne, Vermont, to Nannie Daniel Watkins, Waterloo, North Carolina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluding letter to Nancy Daniel Watkins from an old schoolmate about Sarah Skinner, a New England governess, letter from C. A. Watkins of Missouri to his cousin Richard Watkins, copy of will of Henry N. Watkins of Oldham, Prince Edward, copy of deed of five slaves to Nathaniel and Nannie Watkins by James B. Daniel, and letter from J. Morton to Richard Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes letters from Mildred R. Daniel, Lucy Jane Daniel, Charles Read Daniel, Martha E. Daniel, Jane E. Daniel, Patty Watkins, P. S. Daniel, Mollie O. Watkins and James N. Daniel. Also includes simplified genealogy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlso letters from Nannie (Daniel) Watkins to father and mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from ex-slaves who went to Tennessee with Mr. Barbes in 1875. 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During the Civil War, Watkins served with Co. H, 4th Virginia Heavy Artillery, which became part of the 34th Virginia Infantry Regiment. Watkins appeared to have saw little combat, spending much of his time in defensive positions guarding artillery batteries. His unit was stationed at Gloucester Point (during the Peninsular Campaign), near Richmond (Chaffin's Bluff) and near Petersburg. His letters concern camp life, religion among the soldiers, his work as a clerk for courts-martial; and he gave directions to his wife concerning the management of their farm in Granville, North Carolina.","The collection also includes correspondence of other members of the Watkins family of Prince Edward County, Virginia and of the Daniel family of Granville County, North Carolina. Some letters concern and are written by Richard H. Watkins who served in the Prince Edward Dragoons, 3rd Virginia Cavalry and who was a farmer in Prince Edward County, Virginia during Reconstruction.","The collection includes letters concerning slavery before and during the Civil War as well as letters written from formerly enslaved persons.","Charles Lewis Read is the father of Jane Eliza Read who married James B. Daniel. Their daughter, Nancy Venable Daniel, married Nathaniel Venable Watkins. Betsey Anne Ballentine was the sister of Nathaniel Venable Watkins.","Addition 2008.308 contains material for the Read, Daniel, Ballentine and Watkins families. The donor organized the papers and this order has been maintained.","Asks cousin if he will act as agent for their joint property in Virginia; encloses ten dollars for taxes on this property; tells of wave of immigration to California and Oregon; inquires about prices of negro boys and girls in Virginia; states the price in Missouri; and says this it is too high there.","Tells of his arrival at the University, his course load and his lodgings, including his roommate, Mr. Tallaferro (?) of Tidewater; relates his impressions of the University and surrounding area; asks that his family write to him.","Describes, rather disparingly, Christmas season in Prince Edward Court House; gives various items of family news; encourages Nathaniel to perservere in his studies at the University of Virginia; explains that Nathaniel has better future prospects than he does.","Scope and Contents Tells of trains being occupied with troops heading toward Petersburg and for the Peninsula, therefore he may not be able to travel toward Petersburg or Richmond; reports rumor of fighting near Newport News, but states that no one known anything; hopes that God will bless his wife and children in this trial. Including letter from Nathaniel V. Watkins, Richmond, Virginia, to Nannie V. Watkins, Townesville, North Carolina, Sunday evening, including news of travel to Richmond and descriptions of his acquaintances. Note: Addressed in error to Townesville, Virginia.","Gives description of his surroundings and plan for improving camp; talks of possibility of fighting soon on the Peninsula, Yorktown and of reinforcement of Fort Magruder; talks of the food available; describes the officers of his company; requests some items.","Describes his activities, such as standing duty; talks of prayer meetings which are held in the tent of the Orderly Sergeant; states that most of the Officers are pious; writes of potential fighting on Peninsula; requests that his wife and children write him more often.","Complains that he has received no mail in a couple of weeks even though others receive it; talks of the fighting on the Peninsula and their role across the river in detail; mentions his feeling of indifference before battle; tells Nannie not to be alarmed by news in papers, but only to rely on word of those in his company; mentions his deep desire to see her and the children.","Discusses possibility that the mail is responsible for his lack of letters; exhorts Nannie not to believe rumors in papers; states that troop morale is good and reinforcements come; mentions that all ladies have been banned from their lines and that most men are well; hopes that all is well at home; tells Nannie how important she is to him.","Talks mostly about how much he misses Nannie; mentions possibility of fighting in Gloucester Point; states that all men are well except Johny Booker (?) who is being sent to Richmond.","Describes in great detail activities and fighting on the Peninsula; mentions the Yankees' use of hot air balloon and sighting of two war steamers. Including, April 13, 1862, acknowledges letter from Nannie, narrates Sunday's activities including preaching, Bible study and prayer meetings; tells Nannie to have her father take control of their farm; asks negroes at home and sends his love; mentions General Joseph E. Johnston, the Peninsula fighting and alledged Confederate victories in the West.","Writes of his activities at home; asks father to visit him, says he is a good boy; illustrates letter with two small pictures.","Acknowledges receiving his letters; asks for another letters soon; writes of visiting a sick friend; narrates several items of family news.","Describes his surroundings, the big (York) river and ships on the river; (does not mention the Peninsular campaign or his activities therein); asks Charley to watch out for his little sister, continue to learn, and to mind his ma and grandma. Illustrates bottom of letter with picture of a horse.","Gives many details of everyday life; mentions that her mother is unwell; describes activities of two brothers also fighting in war; mentions a friend who might be converted.","Gives detail of his activities over the past few days; mentions enemy shelling of Confederate troops on Peninsula on Sunday evening perhaps to lower morale; tells of exchange of fire with enemy steamers; discusses increase in his relgious feelings due to his current situation. Including, April 16, 1862, acknowledges receiving Nannie's letter; thanks her for expressing her support of him and of his cause; asks about things at home on their farm; sends his love to the negroes; expresses feeling that he will be home in six months.","Scope and Contents Asks Nannie to excuse the manner in which he writes as he is often interrupted by boys talking to him; acknowledges receiving her letter; tells of great joy in camp because almost everyone received mail; states that mail is an incredible morale booster; asks Nannie to have her and her childrens' photograph taken for him; mentions that Gloucester Point was quiet, but that there was heavy fighting on the Peninsula; reports figures of those killed and wounded on both sides; says that Colonel McKinney of the 5th North Carolina (?) regiment killed in the fight; reports that their fortifications are twice as strong as when he arrived three weeks ago; mentions his view of Yorktown, York River and the Yankee Fleet; gives entire menu of the day's meals in detail. Including April 19, 1862, mentions large amount of reinforcements arriving from the Army of the Potomac and that General Ambrose Powell or Daniel Harvey (?) Hill is in Yorktown; tells of arrival of another first rate married man in his company; relates camp stories; says that all men are well and that he would be enjoying camp life like the others if he had not left so much behind.","All are well in camp except Daniel Booker who has the mumps; yesterday was a gloomy day for him, but that generally he feels as content and happy as others in the camp; asks for a bottle of ink and an ink stand; says that there is no news of interest because they do not know what is happening on the Peninsula; reports that he receives his Christian Observer regularly and enjoys it as it looks like home; describes a visit in Richmond as the cost of several purchases made there; comments on the cruelty of this war; asks for news of his children and negroes; explains decrease in their rations due to increase in army.","All is quiet both in his camp and on the Peninsula; notes seeing many transports carrying Yankee soldiers on the river; asks for more news and details from home; mentions his lack of trust in newspaper reports; complains of constant noise, bustle and confusion; asks for more news from home; inquires about his negroes and exhorts them to keep everything straight; writes that he is sorry he didn't see them before he left; describes being shelled by Yankee steamers; mentions increase in religiousness of a friend.","Discusses religious activities, such as Bible study and sermons, and mentions that several men have made confessions of faith; gives advice to Nannie on how to handle their separation, educate the children and states that they should be thankful for their fate which could be worse; states that Peninsula is still quiet, but that fighting must take place soon; the men are confident; says that Confederate lines are more strongly fortified than at Manassas and Centreville; army numbers eighty to a hundred thousand and is armed with enough amunition, cannons and artillery; mentions possibility of iron-clads; gives names of commaders-- General Joseph E. Johnston commands Army, General Hill the left wing resting on the York River, General James Longstreet the center, and General John Bankhead Magruder the right wing resting on the James River. Including letter dated April 28, 1862, exhorts Nannie to write longer letters and more frequently; gives detailed instructions for cultivation of his farm.","Describes negative, poor morale of men after they heard news of New Orleans defeat; expresses disappointment at increasing amount of profanity among men and that this will not help their cause with God; tells of his visit to Yorktown and Captain Baskerville; states that men in Yorktown are in good spirits, but more exposed to the weather; writes of several religious activities; comments on the beliefs of his officers. Including letter, April 30, 1862, mentions that he could see the enemy when he visited York; states that tomorrow he will have been in the service for one month.","Writes that they were issued muskets for a forced march; reports that they began the march, but turned back and now remain in camp; does not know reason for march; assures her he will be fine.","Gives details of their march from Gloucester Point; describes hospitality of people of King and Queen County as they passed through; says he does not know reason for leaving the Point; tells of several deserters; gives his love to his family and says they should all be grateful (incomplete).","Scope and Contents Now in the Army of the Peninsula, the Grand Army; describes various activities such as listening to sermons, visiting acquaintances in surrounding camps, bathing, and drilling; says his company has been divided into two-- one half, including our boys, to be left artillery, the other armed with muskets; mentions 18th Virginia Company and 23rd North Carolina Company; describes sight of six or seven thousand men on drill; reports that they are having an easier time in Light Artillery than the infantry have; knows nothing about whereabouts of army.","Writes of news received for Peninsula campaign including names of those wounded in their community; gives much family news regarding illnesses, gardens, etc.","Describes a miserable march and the manning of his gun; says that men stood the march well; says if he is made infantry he will attempt to transfer to another company; doesn't see how this force of eight or ten thousand can he whipped by any force. Including letter, April 18, 1862, gives instructions of where to write him; expresses concern for those at home due to outbreak of fever.","Describes the situation in the camp; says that he and the men are well; states that he cannot visit Richmond as he must be accompanied by an officer and have a pass signed by his captain and by General Hill and General Robert Emmett Rodes and this is almost impossible; gives two reasons for officers wanting to keep men in camp-- impending battle and to keep men away from liquor in Richmond; states his desire and work to transfer to another regiment to be in artillery.","Dissatisfied with his regiment because it is now infantry and because of selfishness at their captain; mentions also that he feels superior and better qualified than many of his officers; states that his friend Doc is at home on a 20 day furlough because of his dysentery (incomplete).","Writes of his homesickness and concern that he loves her and his family too much, and that he would trade all the glories won in all battles for an hour at home with his wife and children; mentions health precautions of drying his feet well; writes again of his transfer attempts; says that he and most of the men have been suffering from diarrhea.","Describes in much detail, the daily activities of camp for the past three days; mentions a failed attempt to join an artillery unit. Including letter, May 28, 1862, gives instructions for care of farm; requests more news from home, tells of busyness of camp. Enclosure: Two newspaper clippings from the Central Presbyterian.","Says that he is in Richmond due to a pain caused by passage of gravel from the kidneys to the bladder, a routine and not serious problem among men in the army; mentions a skirmish near the Chickahominy River where the Yankees were whipped; says they have been getting enough to eat despite rumours to the contrary; says morale is good; they are confident of holding Richmond; the tide of victory has turned in their favor and war will be over in a short time; thanks God for protecting his health and family; relates story of a fight where thankfully his company was spared. Including letter, June 2, 1862.","Acknowledges receipt of her letter of May 26 which encouraged him greatly; discusses his dislike of infantry service and desire to obtain a substitute; mentions that he has recovered from last week's illness; gives brief account of fighting on May 31 and June 1, Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks), although his party escaped involvement; gives more instructions of management of his farm. Including letter, June 5, 1862, requests new pair of shoes and blacking. Including letter, June 6, 1862, requests chewing tobacco and a blanket; tells of his stay in Richmond.","Mentions comfortableness of present camp compared to some others; describes in more detail the Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks) on May 31 and June 1; notes location of enemy (Union troops); comments on what they gained-- 200 prisoners, a commissary, tents and some artillery; describes prisoners, says that they are not better educated and certainly not more moral than southerners; tells of eating oranges and drinking good coffee obtained from the enemy; mentions death of a man in his mess from having his leg amputated; says that he is very thankful that he was spared from battle; thanks wife and family for all their prayers.","Has been transferred to Captain Bagby's company, Colonel Thomas Goode's Regiment Wises' Brigade; says he is now satisfied to be infantry because it is needed more and is happy to be out of the Chickahamoniy swamps; mentions that brother Dick's regiment is camped nearby and they have been able to see each other.","Explains family's nighttime prayers for his (NVM) safety; gives news of family members; describes her activities at their farm and general farming conditions; mentions a man from Clarksville who was visiting and buying provisions for the government.","Tells of much sickness in camp which he had luckily escaped; mentions improvements of new location, especially availability of good food; discusses the fact that his regiment probably won't fight soon due to their weakened condition and lack of training in infantry; expresses thankfulness again that his company was spared involvement in the recent battle in which there was much loss of life; acknowledges receipt of wife's letter and praises her support; sends his love to his family.","Tells of Doc's visit from Richmond, and thanks Nannie for the clothes and supplies she sent; repeats that it is impossible for him to get a furlough unless he becomes sick or obtains a substitute; gives a new address for his mail; exhorts her to write as often as possible, and to have faith that God's will will be done and will be good; acknowledges receipt of her letter and is sorry to hear that the negroes are sick with dysentery; gives instructions on the running of the farm; describes the helpfulness and attentiveness of woman and young girls with the sick in Richmond.","Describes in detail the health or sickness of various family members and friends; gives an acount of a recent battle (Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks)) which appeared in a letter from brother Dick (Richard W. Watkins).","Mentions that they have moved their camp a mile or so and are now on the James River; says that he likes his officers except for their profanity and that his new captain was generous in granting Johnny Booker a discharge and Abe suck leave; requests that she send Mr. Hayson some food to repay him for his kindness; mentions officers again and gives an unfavorable report, but does say that they are pious and allow the men religious freedom; states that things are run more efficiently with better food and medical care now that they have been fully reorganized; says that discipline is strict and duties light; feels that he is managing in the army better than he expected to; gives more instructions for the care of the farm.","Describes a night reconnaissance maneuver to observe the enemies activity on the river (James); says that he enjoyed the experience and getting out of camp; tells of dream he had while sleeping out in the clover which reminded him of home; asks Nannie to write him; inquires after the activities and work on his farm; gives instructions for work to be done on the farm; writes that he is well and describes condition, illnesses and wounds of others; wishes he could be at home; discusses possibility that sickness in camp is a result of lack of vegetables in their diet; tells of eating half-ripe cherries for which he would have shipped his negroes.","Acknowledges receipt of her letter for which he had been waiting for a long time; expresses concern for her health; exhorts her not to conceal her problems from him; mentions that he would prefer it if she would live at the farm if she is not too lonely as it would be better for the negores; expresses his growing disgust with army life, the injustices and officers failing in their duties to their men; says he is lucky to be removed from the main body of the army because he is able to get plenty of butter, chicken; gives prices of several food items; says he doesn't understand why there is so little fighting, while men wait ready and die of exposure; describes building of fortifications at Chaffin's Bluff; gives detailed instructions for the running of the farm; sends his love. Includes a postscript from June 27 with news of a friend.","Gives more news from camp; acknowledges receipt of her letter of June 19; sends his love to his family and negroes. Letter is virtually illegible; ink is extremely light.","Tells that his regiment avoided a great battle yesterday which occured 2-3 miles down the James River (one of Seven Days' Battles-- on June 30 June McClennon inflicted heavy losses on the Confederates while withdrawing across the Chickahominy River to a new base at Harrison's Landing on the James) because they were on pickett duty; mentions that there has been heavy fighting for the past week; hopes that they are demoralizing McClellan's army and that this will end the bloodshed; notes that he takes meals with overseer's family when he comes out on pickett; thanks God that he was spared; exhorts Nannie to have faith that all will be well; sends his love; gives news of some comrades.","States that he has returned to camp and received her letter; details the battle which raged from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. with a short intermission; notes that there is no definite word on the result, but he does not think they gained much; hopes that they will meet again soon.","States that enemy has been driven back and demoralized; says that losses have been estimated at not less than 10,000; writes that his regiment has not participated in any of the battles; describes a feeling of pain he has due to his separation from his family; wishes the North would realize the impossibility of conquering the South; describes strength of the position of fortifications at Chaffin's Bluff; requests news from home about their reaction to the battles and about the farm and family.","Expresses his weariness with the war and his desire to return home; states that he thought that furloughs would be possible after the battle (Seven Days' Battles) because McClellan's forces should no longer pose a threat; adds that McClellan's forces were not as devastated as he had first thought; discusses the slow mail service; writes that there were no religious services this Sunday; adds that there have been services off and on in the past, but nothing regular since they left Gloucester Point; states that there is a ditching party working this Sunday, but fortunately he has never been asked to work on the Sabbath; laments that they have been without a regular chaplain; feels that this would aid the men immeasureably; sees the army as a great missionary field; requests a pair of shoes and a box of blacking; sends his love.","Acknowledges receipt of her letter of June 19; notes that the difficulty with the mail must be near her; states how thankful and uplifted he was to receive such an ecouraging letter full of news from home; gives thanks that he and their friends have been spared from the battle and sickness; requests that Nannie answer his former questions about the farm; gives detailed instructions on things to be done on the farm; writes that they are now moving one mile to a nicer campsite; believes that McClellan's forces are stronger than the papers admit, but demoralized; tells how he and Doc (his friend) often exchange letters and talk about their wives which keeps their spirits up; sends love to family and friends.","Acknowledges receipt of her letter of July 3; thanks her for answering his questions; requests that she answer his remaining questions; writes that it is impossible for him to get a furlough at present because there are many sick in his company and regiment; states that eight men died in the last nine days; adds that most of their men have been absent from home much longer than he has; asks her to kiss the children for him.","Scope and Contents Discusses his application to Colonel Goode, through his Lieutenant for a furlough; states why it was denied; mentions that he will not despair yet; mentions that he is in very good health and that the new cause of sickness is fever; states that since he cannot come home she must bring the children to Richmond to see him; mentions that they do receive visitors at the camp. Including letter, July 13, 1862, writes of his Sunday spent on watch in the country; laments that he is cut off from all religious priviledges; thanks Nannie for sending so much news of home; hopes that their time will come soon to see each other. Enclosure: July 7, 1862. Pattie Watkins, at Mount Pleasant, Prince Edward County, Virginia, to her brother, Nathaniel V. Watkins. Details the sickness, care and death of their niece Mildred from diptherla; writes how much good it does both her and their mother to receive his letters; gives news of sickness, wounding and death of neighbors and friends.","Describes his conversation with Colonel Goode and aborted trip to Richmond in search of a furlough; writes that he has asked Mrs. Howlson to ask the Secretary of War about his case; mentions that after denying his furlough, Colonel Goode made a visit to Mecklenburg; believes that McClellan will make one more effort to take Richmond before giving up, either from the James RIver or from Fredricksburg, or attempt to cut off Petersburg; describes everyday camp life; feels that is a splendid gymnasium for young men and invalids. Includes letter, July 17, 1862, mentions another death from sickness; requests that his son, Charley, write to him; gives some instructions for the farm.","Letter almost completely illegible.","Describes another attempt to attain a furlough; requests that his wife look into finding a substitute for him as others have them; says he would be able to bear army life better if he could get home for a week every five months or so; tells of his activities in camp; states that the war in Virginia is quiet at this time.","Discusses his latest attempt to gain a furlough which was unsuccessful; again asks Nannie to seek a substitute for him and also ask her father's advice on the subject; complains about being kept in camp when they are doing so little, only drilling and ditching; states that they have meat about once a week, otherwise they mostly eat bread. Including letter, July 26, 1862, telling of the hot weather; states that the Yankees must be suffering more from it; writes that General Wise would not let them ditch during the worst of it. Letter is unfinished.","Acknowledges receipt of three letters from Nannie in six days; thanks her and reminds her how much they encourage and help him; tells of the captain's brother who has been spending a great deal of time at their camp both preaching and handing out tracks (tracts); describes the rotation of guard duty; writes of attempts to start a Bible study and prayers at night in the tents, but adds that there are too many interruptions to make this possible; describes Sunday's dinner. 3 pp. AL. Including ALS, [July 28, 1862], adding that he would give anything to see his family, but that a furlough, even if a substitute is provided, is out of the question at present; writes that he likes the idea of Nannie coming to Richmond and bringing the children, as he might be able to meet her there for a day.","Writes that her letters bring him much joy and that his happiness depends on her; adds that he would love to see Minnie (his daughter) as she learns to walk and talk; states thay he would still rather see his wife than anyone else. Including letter, July 30, 1862, discussing his lack of ability to concentrate due to the crowds of men who often engage in profane talk even though he is in one of the most moral companies; describes being interrupted by the field artillery Wise's Brigade which were practicing nearby; tells her about artillery and how the guns work; adds that he is glad she is not home alone.","Writes that he keeps all her letters and often re-reads them when he doesn't get new ones; describes the say as rainy; adds that his tent is often crowded and he is growing to hate crowds; discuss the arrival of some good food; asks Nannie to send him a box of fruit and vegetables from home to Richmond through a friend there; tells the prices of food stuffs which he feels are high; notes that due to presence of a large army in the area it is difficult to obtain food stuffs; Instructs Nannie on what to do with his flock of sheep on their farm. Including letter, August 1, 1862, reporting that he was awakened the previous evening by gunfire down the river and sending his love to his family.","Acknowledges receipt of Nannie's letter and is glad because she thought that perhaps Nannie or Nathaniel were sick; discusses sickness of their brother, Dicks, also a soldier and illnesses of friends, neighbors, and relatives; describes their new Methodist preacher; states that she likes their refugees very much; discusses crops; sends her love.","Scope and Contents Relates his growing disatisfaction with life as a soldier, the profanity around him and their idleness during the day; writes that he feels like a dying man who must fight in order to keep from smothering. Including letter, August 4, 1862, mentions again the captain's brother who has his headquarters at their camps and distributes tracks to soldiers; again asks Nannie to send him a box with fresh food which is not available in camp; hopes that Aunt Mary will do as his wife has done and entrust the care of \"her boysamp; to the heavenly Father; writes about the Sunday sermon; wishes she could have heard it; asks Nannie to encourage preacher to divide time between their camp and another; says that it would do the men good because although most of the privates and some officers are Christians, the regimental officers are profane and godless men; sends his love.","Writes regarding the condition of Henry who is sick; feels that he should stay in camp until he is well enough to travel; gives news of Daniel Booker who is on sick leave from the regiment; states that his is recovering nicely; discusses the prices and condition of crops in the area; mentions his visit to Nancy (Nathaniel's wife) and children; gives his regards to Dock and Sam.","Acknowledges receipt of several letters; writes that he is on picket to stop soldiers from stealing fowl; describes activities of regiment; likes peacefulness of forest; wishes Nannie could be with him; discusses again whether it is right to get a substitute; says he does not regret joining the Army and that every man should do his part; states that he is happy with his company; desires only to do his duty and then come home not to win military fame; writes of his new found love and appreciation for his wife; wishes he could be with her. Including letter, August 8, 1862, describing Boulware's farm. (Incomplete.)","Scope and Contents Notes that they have been living better due to some reinforcements from King and Queen County; discusses Nannie's moving to live with her father. Including letter, August 10, 1862, discussing the receipt and distribution of the boxes of fresh fruit and vegetables which Nannie had sent; mentions the Sunday sermon; speaks of a rumor he'd heard that said he had been discharged from the Army. Including letter, Nathaniel V. Watkins, at Camp Chafin's Farm, to his son Charley Watkins, August 9, 1862, describing his life around camp and asking Charley to be a good boy and learn to read and write.","States that he will only be able write short notes for a few weeks as he will be occupied as recorder for court marshall proceedings with General Evans as president of the court; writes that here had been considerable movements of troops in all directions, but he has not yet heard what it means; describes the passing through of about 140 Yankee officers on their way to be exchanged; sends his love.","States that she thought he had been sick or transferred to Jackson; writes that she is relieved he has not been; states her gratfefulness for his letters which are so full of love and encouragement; gives news from home, especially of children's activities; mentions that she will attempt to persuade Mr. Hines to go to her husband's camp as a regular preacher; agrees that the Army is a good opportunity to do good; says that the negroes would like to have been at the sermon and meeting he mentioned in his last letter; states that she is happy that he is where he is; believes it is Providence and that all is in God's hands.","Writes about how it seems that everyone has gotten home except he; feels that this separation has caused them to recognize and appreciate their love; states that the court marshall is not keeping him as busy as he had anticipated; mentions possibility of Nannie meeting him in Richmond. Including letter, August 15, 1862, describing a good dinner he had the evening before; requesting Nannie to send stewed tomatoes; adding that his regiment is the only one to be doing detached work, the others have all been sent to Jackson; writes that the enemy soldiers are of the lowest classes and that they cannot possibly know the devastation of war which has all been fought on southern soil; wishes for peace now; inquires about his crops.","Discusses court marshall cases which are keeping him busy; writes of box full of food which sis[ter] Sue sent; believes that his battalion is being kept by the river for defensive purposes; writes that their separation is becoming harder to bear, notes that he has not been home because he has been blessed with health; believes that they will remain stationary for at least a month otherwise all the court marshalls would not be being held.","Discusses the progression of the war; mentions that a North Carolina Brigade (Martin's) is on opposite side of the river; feels that Yankees are waiting for reinforcements before they strike; notes that their numbers are increasing too, but he is not sure where they are coming from; says that he has been feeling a but sick, but it is nothing serious; requests some items he will be needing for the winter; company is again feeling up to par; wishes he could be home for the coming winter.","Very pleased to have acquired a new tent, which sleeps four comfortably; remarks how well a soldier sleeps; acknowledges receiving her letter of August 14, 1862; this is a lonesome and empty year for him; Doc (?) has been offered the appointment to Lt. General of the 25th North Carolina regiment, but has not accepted yet; rest of army has moved to other side of river, and their regiment is the last remaining area; Yankee troops have given up the fight for Richmond from below; McClellan has moved his base; says that he is feeling much better since he wrote last; acknowledges receiving letters from Daniel (?) and Mr. Booker (?), who speak of despair in the country; does not yet know when a furlough will be offered to him, but he receives one day in winter; remembers fondly days of abusing the Yankees; sends his love.","Acknowledges receiving her letter of August 27, 1862; glad to have heard from Martha (?); Doc (?) did accept his newly assigned post and is now in Richmond; begs his wife to tell him if troubles arise at home; concerned with their runaway slave Tommy; gives some suggestions for the upcoming harvest; her Pa (?) might consider getting more help, because the negroes \"for their own sakes\" should not be left alone; has received a two day pass and will be going to Richmond to get away from camp; wishes he could break the blockade and go home; asks if his wife and children might come to Richmond; thinks it would be best to sell crops for cash to the neighbors; no war news to report; sends his love.","Happy to hear he has received the box of vegetables so soon; their borther Dick visited but was not looking well; Dick did get several new recruits among the prisoners; illness has struck hard amny of their friends and cousins, but their neighborhood and immediate family are fairing well; have had some severe rains which have damaged Mr. Redd's (?) tobacco crop, but the corn crop is excellent; fruit is scarce, partly due to a drought; Horace Booker (?) was involved in the Battle of Cedar River, and took General Prince.","Speaks of the children Charley and Minnie and how they are handling the situation; fears Minnie may forget him; hopes the war does not continue though Lincoln's administration as some tell her; she misses him and sends her love. Including letter from Charley Watkins, to his father, Nathaniel V. Watkins, is having a good time at his grandpa's but misses his father.","Concerned with certain aspects of the war; relays news of family and friends; gives details of crop situations.","Relays news and health of family and friends; news of the battles of Manassas and Warrenton Springs have reached the family; gives details of crop situations.","Describes his camp life and the wildlife surrounding the camp.","Concerned with his continued denial of a furlough; troubles with the mail service are arising; advises his wife on farm matters and especially on crops of tobacco and wheat; problems concerning his slaves and their runaway slave Tommy are mentioned; also discusses using negroes in camp; describes his abundance of free time in camp; his court work continues; descriptions of the camp, camp members, and surrounding area are made; camp provisions are discussed, such as various clothing and food stuffs; many religous functions are taking place in the camp; mentions battles and fighting around Williamsburg, Manassas, Harper's Ferry, and Washington; mentions uprisings in both Kentucky and Missouri; prisoner exchanges are taking place; believes peace is coming soon.","Fears spread of diptheria, scarlet fever, and measles; conveys news of family and friends; news that corn and tobacco crops are doing well; detailed descriptions of making cloth and dyeing are given.","Concerning a request for a furlough.","Chances for a furlough are becoming slim; sickness, namely remittent fever has hit the camp as well as himself; camp life such as new housing, company provisions, and numbers of news arrivals is discussed; mentions that provisions such as warm clothing are needed from home; concerned with the sale of his slave Tommy; news of the war is increasingly discouraging; details of a new exemption bill are discussed; resuming his work with the court; advises his wife on crops of tobacco and wheat as well as their orchard of apples and peaches; pros and cons of using a substitue are given.","Has sent him the provisions he requested; suggests he should transfer to the Prince Edward cavalry, under the command of General J. E. S. Stewart (Stuart); relays family news.","Attempts boosting his morale and advises him on his problems with getting a furlough; fears that the Yankees will attempt cutting off Richmond from the rest of the South; suggests he not purchase any more slaves and instead should invest in land which is more valuable; slaves as a property are uncertain; relays family news, health of negroes and children.","Relays family news; mentions Brother Dick's opinion of General \"J. E. B.\" Stewart (Stuart) and his raids into Pennsylvania; sickness is hitting friends and family hard; there is a spirit of marrying about; prices for tobacco are high; there is a real need for salt.","Sees no signs of war ending any time soon, and in fact, the North seems even more united; news concerning his negroes is discussed in detail; obtaining a substitute does not look possible at the present time; their new housing has been completed; they are starting up a literacy club to pass time; the weather is getting worse; discusses his limited company duties; describes the court in which he works, speaks of slave use in camp and at the court; relays news of friends in his company; religious events which occur in camp are explained; has been quite depressed; glad to hear of his wife's growing independence; worried about hs mounting debt; gives farm advice; asks for certain provisions from home; frustrated with his continued denial of a furlough; troubles with the mail continue; tells of the blockading of the James River by using both \"sharp-shooters\" and submarine batteries; discusses the extensive ditches and breastworks surrounding Richmond; wishes to sell 300-350 of his 1200 acres; there is no news concerning military battles; mentions the Charlotte cavalry.","Is very concerned with the fact that his wife has been ill; seeks his wife's advice in many matters; while there is an abundance of clothing, the scarcity of shoes is an extreme problem; unless he receives a furlough, is determined to leave the service; continued improvments in camp are carried out; is quite critical of certain commanders; describes religious activites in camp; relays news of his tobacco crop and its going rate; still eager to sell some of his land and pay off his debt; gives details concerning their literary club; discusses, in detail, their execution of firing drills; mentions the Seven Pines; is coping with the bad weather rather well, unlike the negroes in camp; complains about provisions of beef, pork, and lack of butter and sugar; postage is getting high; frequent resignations of generals are taking place; Pickett's division is moving from Richmond to Charleston, South Carolina; signs of peace are becoming more apparent; there are wide-spread rumors of disaffection in the Northwest; gives advice concerning farm and crop trip are given; refers to his stopping at the Wolf Trap depot; (?) in his part of the army; refers to the Southern Literacy Messenger and claims it is a very good paper; Yankees have crossed at Fredricksburg, Virginia and there is a threatened advance being made by Burnside [?]; troops in Richmond and Petersburg are being moved to aid Gen[eral] Lee; there is also action taking place on the James River.","Asks advice on certain family matters; relays family news; dyptheria is becoming quite common among children; tells of troubles with certain negroes as well as the use of negroes in fortifying Weldon; relays facts of a neighbor's will, including provisions for his children and negroes.","Relays news of brother Dick and his fellow soldiers running the blockade for cheaper provisions; updates her on family news; both the weather and roads are poor; refers to the Prince Edward cavalry and the Lee Guards; the weather is contributing to an increase in poor health.","Relays news of their mother's illness as well as other family matters; the poor weather is contributing to an increase in illnesses; refers to the Prince Edward troop and Lee Guards.","Fears his children will forget him; writes of the camp surroundings and the \"big guns;\" wishes his son to learn his letters; has sketched a rough picture of a sickly dog they named Yankee.","Concerning his activities at home.","Is delighted to hear that his wife's health is improving; his chances for a furlough are increasing with the new lottery system; gives details of their shrinking Bible classes and prayer meetings in camp; artillery work is being done around camp; the weather continues to cause problems, especially to their new housing; gives details of the camp's winter provisions; relays stories of his times on guard duty; the size of their company continues to grow; comments on the lack of gentleman remaining in the camp; makes other judgements of camp companies; there is little going on, in and around camp; the mood in camp seems to be low; his health is generally good; gives advice to his wife concerning the next season's crops as well as possible land sale; is attempting to acquire a little negro to care for his wife while she is recovering; their daughter Minnie has also apparently been ill; recommends his wife acquire the Southern Literacy; is unhappy to learn that some of his negroes have been drafted to work on fortifying Weldon; a land dispute has erupted at home which he believes his wife can handle; Southern women will have to accept more responsibility when the war is over; prospects for peace are brightening, possibly by late spring or summer; it is believed also that Lee's army is in better health and spirits than it has ever been; there is a good deal of movement occurring with the Confederate troops; gives details of numerous army and especially naval victories for the South; the union army is rumored to lose 300,000 men by May 1, due to the end of their terms; there is also unrest growing in the northwest and Kentucky, due in part to the raising of black troops; the enemy has also given up on the idea of taking Richmond by way of Fredricksburg. 8 items, ALsS; 2 items, ALs.","Is worried about the late snow, which is proving harmful to their livestock and planting; whooping cough is running rampant among the negores; and they are beginning to get ill as well; relays family news; understands brother Nathaniel V. Watkins has bought a furlough; gives account of brother Dick's (?) charge of a regiment of Yankees; has heard news of friends in the north; refers to the gratifying tobacco prices in the region.","Comments on making it through the extremely harsh and wet winter, which has put off planting; understands he has received a furlough; they are having problems with the spread of whooping cough.","Gives a detailed account of brother Dick and his brigade's attack on a Yankee party; this attack was under the command of a General Fitz Lee; refers to a battle at Kelly's Ford, where the Confederate troops did not fare so well; relays news of family and friends, including those who have been wounded and killed; refers to charges made by the Prince Edward Cavalry, and the reactions made by General Jeb Stuart; the family is suffering with colds and the whooping cough; the children, especially the negro children, are suffering the greatest.","Is upset that he has not received a letter from her as of late; fears the problem lies with the postal service; bustle and confusion are present in his quarters; changes with leadership are occurring in camp; the Confederate army is in desperate need of naval officers; has been in the service for a year now and is growing quite tired of army life; desperately wishes war would end; relays news of certain camp members; gives details of recently received packages from Richmond; receives a furlough for the 16th of March; health continues to be well; states that recruiting is a suitable way for officers to receive long furloughs; there are few men left to recruit, due to the new Conscript Act; weather improves but then grows worse again; no fighting is expected in the area; there is a growing tiredness of war, yet pride keeps the soldiers loyal; relays details of his return to camp; have been given permission to cultivate their own gardens; his faith in God is growing stonger; asks for provisions from home; as well as news concerning his farm; is growing quite worried over the spread of diptheria among children; provisions in camp are becoming scarce; gives his wife some farm advice.","Due to the weather, the camp, especially the roads, need work; has cut down on his chewing of tobacco at his wife's request; provisions in camp continue to worsen; he refuses to eat any of the meat supplied to the camp; due to the weather and condition of the roads, there is little movement among the armies; have kept the enemy in check during the winter; the cases of diptheria have begun to lessen, and he hopes his family is doing well; planting in the surrounding area has begun.","Regretfully informs him of the death of their son Charley R. Watkins.","Relays news of health of family and friends; is concerned about Nannie V. Watkins and her health; the children there are finally getting over the whooping cough, but now suffer with cases of chicken pox and scarlet fever; the planting of their crops has begun; gives details of a cavalry unit from South Carolina which was stationed near their home; speaks, in detail, of a southern sympathizer in Baltimore.","Was sorry to learn of the death of his son Charley R. Watkins, but is happy to hear that his daughter Minnie H. Watkins was feeling better; gives details of how Nannie V. Watkins is reacting to Charley's death; is grateful that God has spared his own family.","Was very sorry to hear of Charley R. Watkins's death; the children there have nearly recovered from the whooping cough.","Informs him that their orders to evacuate the bluff have been cancelled; expresses his regrets at Charley R. Watkins's death; wishes him well and hopes he enjoys his stay at home.","Attempts desperately to console him; knows how he feels, because her child Lilie (?) also has passed away; hopes the area's health will improve with the coming of warmer weather.","Was shocked and upset to learn of his son Charley R. Watkins's death; attempts comforting Nathaniel; writes of his service in the cavalry and the state of the Confederate troops; states what a great negative effect the death of General \"Stonewall\" Jackson has had on the army; gives details of General \"J. E. B.\" Stuart and his attempts to raise a large cavalry force, including his own, the Hampton brigade, and Fitz Lee's brigade; writes of the difficulties in acquiring newspapers; it has been rumored that Lincoln has called out an additional 500,000 troops; refers to his service on a board which examines and condemns horses which are unfit for service.","Insists that Nannie come and stay with her; relays news of the family; the children there are getting well again; writes of the religious services held in the area; the crops in the area are suffering from a lack of rain; it's been very cool and dry; it seems to be more difficult acquiring furloughs; is having trouble getting summer cloth woven in time.","Hopes Nannie V. Watkins will come for a visits and that he will be able to join her; a hailstorm has damaged the wheat and watermelon crops; the corn crops are doing well; the health of the family is generally good; states that she will be sending him provisions.","Scope and Contents Wishes to visit her sister-in-law Pattie Watkins but thinks it wise to wait until late July or August, when they should be over the whooping cough; their daughter Minnie H. Watkins had again taken ill but has fully recovered; have commenced cutting wheat but the rain is slowing them down; the crops of corn and pumpkin are doing well; refers to soldiers running the blockade and confiscating Yankee provisions; relays news of family and friends; the neighborhood id getting healthy again; deeply mourns the death of their son, Charley R. Watkins; gives details of church services held in the area; states how much his family, the Smileys (his overseer), and his negroes love and miss him; refers to her boarding of Confederate soldiers; has had a problem with one of the negroes burning down his house; is ashamed of the luxury in which she lives compared to the hardships soldiers must face; assumes he is keeping up with his Bible class; expresses her dislike for the \"drinking and profane officers;\" mentions the task of exchanging their wool for cotton; Smiley (their overseer) has been possibly ordered into service, and Nannie will have to watch over the farm; will send him the shoes he needed; has heard that the war effort is going well; Grant is weakening in the west and Lee is in control of the east; is hopeful about their success at Vicksburg and their holding of Fredericksburg; refers to the tyranny of the Yankee troops and the actions taken against the Southern civilians; expresses doubt concerning the actions of West Tennessee; God will see the South through the war and deliver them the victory; the prospects for peace are very bright.","Gives details of his return to camp following his short furlough; travelled with 500 Yankee prisoners which were to be exchanged; refers to the Yankee raids in VIrginia; his duties in camp have increased; the victory at Fredricksburg was both a boost and damaging to the Confederate troops, due to the death of \"Old Stonewall\" discusses his chances of acquiring another furlough; refers to the dependent condition of their negroes; all the men in camp are in fine spirits; wishes to invest his money in Confederate bonds; is interested in the movement of Pickett's division; poor provisions are being offered to many companies; believes war will end by late summer; writes about various camp members and friends; fears there may be another battle at or near Fredricksburg soon; General Robert E. Lee is increasing his cavalry forces; refers to the numerous Confederate victories; relays the experiences of a Confederate prisoner's stay in a Yankee camp; it is rumored that Yankee's are holding 7,000 negroes on Canary Island; states the Quarter Master is quite inefficient; refers to a Congressional Act concerning provisions for paying off debts; in anxious to hear of matters concerning his farm and crops; fears for the wheat crops in the South; wishes his wife to visit his sisters in Prince Edward County, Virginia; misses his son, Charley R. Watkins, very much; needs provisions from home.","Scope and Contents Relays family news; gives her reactions to the fall of Vicksburg; refers to the wet and warm weather which kept them from working on the crops; due to the rainy weather, the rivers are impassable; gives details of a company of soldiers and their stay overnight; one of the neighbor's negro woman has run off; have commenced weaving their cotton; are experiencing little ailments, but are generally in good health; wishes he would visit. Including letter from Millie Watkins, to her brother, Nathaniel V. Watkins. Is a little under-the-weather but will write soon and wishes him to do the same.","There was a massive transport of Confederate troops to Richmond, due to a new Yankee advancement on the capital; refers to a Yankee attack of a bridge over the Southhanna River; does not speak well of the general in charge at Richmond; fears Richmond may be taken; states that Southerners are much too secure in their thoughts and actions; is hopeful now that Robert E. Lee has entered Pennslyvania; gives details of a North Carolina cavalry unit's stay at their farm; Robert E. Lee's invasion of Pennsylvania is believed to be going well; papers of both the North and South are writing in terms of peace; men returning home for horses are not finding this task easy; has learned that Vicksburg has fallen; there South must put their faith in God and assume He will make the right decision; is disgusted with those who feel the South will lose; is relieved to hear that Lee has recrossed the Potomac; the Southern people are growing tired of the war; it is rumored that Yankees are advancing on Weldon; refers to President Jefferson Davis' proclamation calling for another day of fasting and prayer; frequent raids are being made by the Yankees; fears defeat; the extreme amounts of rain are causing problems with the crops; gives details of the neighbors; often refers to her dead son Charley R. Watkins and their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; relays news of their family and friends, as well as the ailments afflicting them; have begun hiving bees; gives news of church matters; conveys news of the livestock; mentions the scores of family and friends killed, wounded or taken prisoner at the Battle of Gettysburg; rivers have become impassable; there are many cases of theft occurring; gives details of her visit home to Brookland [?]; refers to the work being done by the negroes; a survey and sale of a parcel of his land has taken place; refers to the cruel treatment exercised on a neighbor's negro.","Relays details of a visit by relatives; recent deaths and illnesses affecting friends and family are discussed; facts concerning the schooling in the area are given; refers to the numerous soldiers killed in \"the Battle\" (of Gettysburg); relays church news; mentions that state of their vegetable gardens; hopes he is over his chills.","Is quite worried about the sickness prevailing within her family; distemper; has killed a great number of their cows and oxen; their crops are suffering as much as she assumes they are in North Carolina; refers to the neighbors aiding them with their recent problems; relays news of visits by family and friends.","Ransom (?) has driven the Yankees from Weldon (?); is becoming increasingly impatient for the end of the war; they have heard gunfire nearby; the war effort is not going well; refers to a gunboat battle on the James River; recounts again how many of their friends were killed in the Battle of Gettysburg; hopes for an exchange for those soldiers who were taken prisoner; believes the South must once again renew their faith in God if the war is to be won; refers to the upcoming \"fast day\" and hopes it will be faithfully observed; is quite worried about her husband and \"the chills\" which he has been experiencing; mentions frequently the number of friends who are coming down with dysentery, diptheria, and typhoid fever; gives a detailed account of recent deaths; recent church news is given; the schooling of the local children has once again commenced; gives a detailed account of the progress in their crops of wheat, corn, tobacco, and oats; there is a shortage in their stock of sheep as well, due to the stealing of the sheep by runaway negroes; often mentions their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; is considering visiting family in Prince Edward County, Virginia; refers to the necessity of weaving their own cloth; mentions the increasing number of robberies in the area including the illegal entry into their own home; is delighted to learn that furloughs are again being issued.","Receives news of Nathaniel's hopes for a furlough or substitution; makes many references to their children; relays family, church and neighborhood news; sickness in the area continues, and the negroes are being hit hard; discusses schooling in the area; news of the crops is minimal; refers to troop movement and Nathaniel's move to Charleston, South Carolina; is angered at those young men escpaing military duty; mentions artillery fire in the area; refers to the \"sharp-shooters\" in Charleston; Beauregard (?) will save Charleston; states that \"our officers are strict;\" refers to the duties of her husband is performing; is quite worried about Nathaniel's health; refers to her chores at home; mentions a neighbor's trip to Petersburg and the Natural Bridge; the well-being of their negroes is discussed, as well as the trouble some negroes are causing; relays news of theft in the area; believes the war effort is still going well; reminds Nathaniel to avoid the temptation of alcohol.","Relays church news; refers to the well-being of friends and neighbors; home chores and laboring on the crops continues; mentions their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; refers to the emptiness of many local stores; schooling of the children continues; gives details of the trading being done at the \"Fork\" a local election is taking place; stealing is occuring by the female negroes; updates on their negroes are made; is having problems finding someone to manage the farm another year; refers to revivals taking place in the army; lectures her husband on attending his Bible class and on the evils of drinking; discusses Nathaniel's hopes of getting a furlough or substitute; relays news of General Beauregard's efforts at saving Charleston; fear of a \"great battle\" in Tennessee is growing; mentions a fight at Chattanooga (?); is pleased to learn Nathaniel has accepted a higher and less taxing position; is worried that he has sent to Jones' Island, \"the most dangerous place around Charleston.\"","Gives details of Richmond's and Petersburg's attempt to feed General Robert E. Lee's troops at Christmas; relays news of his condition to camp; is worried about the fact that their caretaker has been sent into the army; the number of furloughs granted has increased; is sorry to hear of the unrest in the neighborhoods; refers to the desertions being made to the enemy; there is a real need for more horses; asks for many provisions; the army appears to be still optimistic; gives instructions concerning his crops; refers to the intense fighting going on around him at Chaffin's Farm and Welson.","Refers to the fail of Atlanta; comments on recent Yankee advancements; the chase between Early (?) and Sheridan (?) is ongoing in his area; contemplates and reflects on the times they live in; wonders about the success of \"Old Bob\" (Robert E. Lee) and his tactics of war; refers to the plundering done by Yankees; the cost of a calvary are proving to be too much.","Is continuing his religious committment in camp; frequently comments on his hopes for a furlough or Nannie visiting; camp life is often discussed; advises Nannie on what to do with his crops and other farm matters; refers to the fail of Atlanta, Georgia, Savannah, Georgia, and possibly Petersburg, Virginia; spirits are still high and the number of desertations have lessened; is upset over the greed and corruptness spreading throughout the southern people and officers; negroe sales are becoming difficult; believes negroes should be fighting along with Confederate soldiers; flood damage is affecting travel; refers to talks and fears of Reconstruction and emancipation; a delay in payment is hurting the Confederate army; sharp-shooters are mentioned frequently; Richmond may have to be evacuated; feels the war will end soon; discusses weaknesses of the South; provisions are needed; rumors of an armistice are surfacing; feels President Lincoln is reloading his army; refers to General Wise and his hopeful speeches; the local railroads may be taken; gives advice on how to properly raise their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; fighting has increased in area; mentions an exchange of prisoners; refers to the strengths of the armies; news has spread of General Sherman and his march through the South; gives a description of General Robert E. Lee and his command.","Is frequently updated on family news; wishes his wife to visit him; due to the recent epidemic of measles, is worried about his daughter Minnie H. Watkins; feels the Southern people are not doing enough for the cause; is quite hurt by the conduct of his negroes at home; gives advice on his crops; asks for provisions; is worried over the disappearance of his negroes; the overuse of trains has slowed the mail; soldiers remaine determined; desertions have ceased; Richmond and Petersburg, Virginia, have artially have been evacuated; restraints have been placed on the press; worries about General Sherman are rising; relays news of religion in camp; rains are damaging the roads and is restricting the movement of troops; mentions a victory at Kinston (?); refers to North Carolina Governor Vance's appeal for provisions for General Lee's army; gives news of shelling incident in camp.","Relays news of his move from Petersburg, Virginia; refers to Early's (?) disasterous campaign in western Virginia; gives a description of camp life; there are a number of surrounding forces; sharp-shooters are constantly at work; gives farm advice.","Many railroads have been seized by the enemy; rumors are spreading of Yankees around Richmond, Virginia; it is rumored that General Sherman has been defeated; Confederate troops are hopeful; relays news of his regiment and their fighting; hopes to raise a negro regiment are rising; religious news in camp is discussed; relays news of his time of the picket line; heavy fighting continues around Petersburg, Virginia; refers to General Robert E. Lee's fight with General Sherman; the southern people put much faith in General Lee; intense shelling of cities are occuring; troops are encouraged by victory at Petersburg, Virginia.","Relays news of family visits; refers to health conditions; the Prince Edward County, Virginia cavalry is on display; gives update on crop conditions; insists that Nathaniel takes care of his tobacco; relays news of the commotion being caused by the freed negroes; are having many problems with the Yankees; likes President Andrew Jackson better than President Abraham Lincoln; Johnson understands the negro.","Relays farm news; health problems are prevalent in the family; children's progress in school is continuing; refers to religious event taking place; bankruptcies are spreading.","Is worried and anxious to hear from her family since the war has ended; relays news of sickness in the family; gives miscellaneous family news; life after war is rough; salaries are smaller and prices are higher; puts her faith in God.","Refers to problems Nathaniel is having with increasing debts; tells Nathaniel to put his faith in God; he is doing much better; has formed a Conservative Party in hopes of defeating the new Constitution of the Radicals; relays farm news.","Discusses his move to Farmville and 212 acre plantation he has acquired; matters are going well; refers to Nathaniel's debt problem and the sale of his land; invites Nathaniel and his family to live with him; complains of the cough and cold he has had since the war.","Mentions a compromise made with his creditors; the exchange of land, livestock, and money are involved; is taking advantage of the Bankruptcy Act; his family is sick with colds; prefers staying at his own home rather than moving in with Richard; hopes to open a little school and take in boarders.","Things are going well; gives news of family and friends; relays church news; is concerned about her garden and fowls; mentions how their daughter Minnie and Nannie are doing.","Relays news of his crops and her garden; refers to sicknesses in the neighborhood; updates her on the family and neighborhood news; mentions his involvement in the church; is having a problem with debts; drought conditions and later heavy rains damage his crops; refers to his tenant farmers and their inadequate work compared to slave hands; blames negroes and Yankees for the hard times; there is a lack of both old and new scholars; is unhappy to be separated from his wife and children; refers to the condition of his livestock; gives advice on the raising of their children; is busy organizing church records of membership.","Encourages Nathaniel to keep his land soley owned and not to go into partnership; mentions the numerous problems in the area all stemming from sickness and the Yankees; advises Nathaniel on his debt problems; they must all put their faith in God; death is running rampant through areas of Virginia; his own child had died; refers to the effects of the death of General Robert E. Lee; the search for wealth is overshadowing the need for character; mentions his dislike for the new state Constitution; gives crop news; discussses the many problems with finding labor; relays family news.","Refers to numerous family matters and chores; mentions the quiet Christmas they spent; discusses the health of the family; since negroes are moving further south, laborers are scarce; there is a shortage of ice; gives news of schooling in the area; the mild winter was appreciated.","Refers to the religious revivial in the area; comments on Nathaniel's debt problems; relays family news; drought conditions continue; their sisters are not well and have gone to certain springs to recover; mentions the celebration of their mother's 81st brithday; discusses their garden and livestock; relays crops news; there are a great many deaths around Farmville and Richmond, Virginia.","Is spending time at the spring to recover from her spell of pneumonia; she has also developed breast cancer but hopes the water will cure it; pleads with Nathaniel to watch over their mother.","Reports a death in the family; diptheria is taking its toll on the neighborhood; her health is improving; relays family news; mentions the status of their crops and livestock.","Refers to Nathaniel's school and thanks him for admitting Eddie (?); relays family news.","They are having trouble filling seats of administration in Formsville; carpet baggers and scalawags are only ones avaliable; gives his detailed advice on raising an orchard; relays crop news; the drought continues; his legal matters are not yet cleared up.","Was sorry to learn of the death of their child; instructs them to put their faith in God; is concerned with their sister Patty's recovery; relays church news.","Relays family news; mentions the chores keeping her busy at home; refers to the growth of Farmville, Virginia; congratulates him on the arrival of his new daughter; the weather has been bad; discusses Nathaniel and the teaching he's doing for her sons Eddie and Henry.","Is happy to hear of Nathaniel's good health; relays family news; mentions the growth of Farmville, Virginia; gives details on the schooling of the local children; there is a scarcity of laborers; refers to her chores at home; writes him a copy of a letter informing them of their sister's death; various members of the family are ridden with ailments.","Mentions the numerous chores her husband has recently given her; her health is suffering; relays news of their crops, garden and livestock; updates them on the family news; is upset that the family seldom sees each other.","Questions the progress made by his sons Eddie and Henry in at Nathaniel's boarding school; also inquires about the payment.","Discusses the health of the family; apparently Minnie's mother, Nannie V. Watkins, is accomodating a houseful of people; relays family news; is upset with the condition of her fowls.","Rainy weather is preventing planting; refers to the poor health of the children as well as other family members; relays news of family visits.","Gives details of her trip to visit her aunt and uncle, Nannie V. and Nathaniel V. Watkins; refers to Nathaniel's boarding school; relays crop news; Nathaniel feels he is extremely over-worked.","Updates her on the events at home; relays news of his tobacco crop; refers to the progress of his boarding school and other schooling in the area.","Nathaniel's continuous working is giving him health problems; they are living in extremely hard times; he must continue teaching due to the poor tobacco crops; relays miscellaneous farm news; gives details of event taking place at his club metting; mentions the difficulties in sending his daughter, Minnie H. Watkins to Farmville, Virginia, for schooling; his family is quite poor but happy; believes life for him is worse than life in Prince Edward County, Virginia; does not trust the corrupt railroads; gives advice on his daughter's studies.","Scope and Contents Describes, in detail, their little cousin Asa Watkins; relays family news and news of other children in the area.","Wishes she and her family would move back to Virginia and close to him; refers to the bad temperament of his son Asa; gives details on his garden; mentions how many beautiful children there are in his neighborhood.","Is sorry to hear of her mother's (Nannie V. Watkins) poor health; suggests more servants and family visits would help her; requests that Minnie come to school near him; is doing quite well due to good crops and good health; relays neighborhood and family news; despite the hard times they are keeping their spirits up in the area; mentions a meeting of the stockholders in the Richmond and Danville Railroad; hopes his son (Asa Watkins) will be a machinist as they are so desperately needed in the South.","Informs Nathaniel of the declining health and eventual death of their mother (?); recalls how blessed they were with good parents; refers to the many virtuous qualities held by their mother; refers to Nathaniel's offer to teach his children; relays the studies and future plans of his daughters; is sending his daughter to school in Lynchburg, Virginia, for music training; the hard times make it impossible to visit one another; the crops are poor in the surrounding country; gives family news; goes over financial matters with Nathaniel; mentions his numerous farm chores; prices are quite low for tobacco; refers to his mounting debts; the abundance of lawyers in Farmville, Virginia, is hurting his law business; refers to their quiet Christmas at home; is disgusted with the number of \"demagogues and negroes\" filling the legislature; fears Catholics will be next.","His financial problems continue; apparently, farther south, matters are a little better because speculation and development are higher; his farm is serving as an expense rather then a source of profit; must continue teaching to pay for farm expenses; refers to his recent nervous breakdown due to over-work; mentions the horrors of teaching; relays family news; although he would like to, he is too poor to relocate; refers to his crops of cotton, tobacco and molasses; mentions the upcoming railroad from Keysville (?) to Clarksville (?).","Is sorry to hear of Nathaniel's bad health; has been forced to give up his low profession and concentrate on his farming; mentions his poor health; refers to the troubles of their sister, Pattie Watkins Scott and the nursing of her husband (?); is now taking in boarders and is teaching; relays crop news; is getting poorer each year; refers to an attempt to form a Farmer's Club; deer hunting seems to be the last profitable venture in Virginia.","Gives details of the schooling and boarding of their children.","Relays family news; refers to their good cotton crop in the area.","Refers to her running the farm and matters of the household; is also maintaining a school in the house; mentions her declining appearance; has been forced to raise her step-son Emby (Scott) in a strange manner; gives details of her garden and livestock; is upset that she seldom sees her even closest family; refers to the declining health throughout the family.","Informs him of her father's (?) death.","Responds to Richard's request for a loan; refers to family illnesses; discusses her trip to Texas; apparently times in Texas are not as hard; also revisited Mobile and states its people are \"real Virginians.\"","Scope and Contents Thanks them for sending Emma Watkins to care for them while they are ill.","Refers to the loss of her daughter Lizzie and Nathaniel's son Charley R. Watkins; relays family news; mentions her family's religious practices; refers to the schooling of her children; times have been hard since the outbreak of the war; prices are higher and children are being forced to work; can no longer keep servants. Includes letter from Mary Ballantine, to her uncle, Nathaniel V. Watkins informing him of her sister Lizzie's death.","Wishes she could visit; relays family news; her health is improving.","Relays family news; are having a rough winter which is hurting their crop beds; refers to the schooling of their children; mentions the chores performed by the family.","Often mentions the prospect of Nathaneil's receiving a furlough; refers to a woman's chore of weaving at home; relays news of schooling going on; negroes are fortifying Raleigh, North Carolina; mentions her many chores at home; relays news of their crops and livestock; is relieved to learn that the Ironsides have been forced to leave the area of Charleston, South Carolina; relays family and neighborhood news; there apparently are a number of southern deserters; are having trouble with the theft of poultry in the area; refers to her Pa's effort to get him a substitute; believes the South is fighting God's war; fears Nathaniel will get too lazy; often refers to the progress of their children Charley R. Watkins and Minnie H. Watkins; is worried about Nathaniel's poor health; makes many references to their happy life before the war; is very upset at the number of men in the South escaping their military duty; is upset at the religious unrest in the South since the outbreak of war; relays news of sickness and death spreading throughout the neighborhood.","Encourages him to continue the study of his letters.","Relays family news both before and after the war; discusses money matters; relays news of their provisions in camp; refers to the South's greatest victory at Manassas, Virginia; although the Yankee army is rumored to be quite large, Nathaniel believes they are \"despirited and demoralized\" refers to success in Kentucky; makes references to General Robert E. Lee's expertise; believes an attack of Maryland, Ohio, and Pennsylvania is coming; refers to the North's destruction of Northern Virginia; puts his faith in God; relays news of his company's activities and camp life; is worried about the increased depreciation of Southern currency while prices of goods are still rising; they are suffering for supplies in Lee's army; relays religious news of the camp; gives advice on farm matters at home; mentions his long hours of picket duty; refers to the increased sickness of home.","Relays both good and bad news concerning crops in the area; discusses financial matters; wishes he could visit; refers to the problems of his livestock and negros eating away at his farm; relays news of his crops and livestock.","Refers to his son (Asa Watkins) and his numerous amusements; relays neighborhood news; is behind in his farm work; low tobacco prices add to the already hard times.","Refers to the increasing hard times they are living in; mentions the many demoralized Negroes; her children are frequently sick; sickness is prevalent throughout the South; relays family news; refers to the Southern hatred of Yankees.","Relays news of her caring for an ailing neighbor friends have also been wounded in battle; many horses are dying in battle; there has been an increase of sickness in area.","Scope and Contents An envelope for a weekly offering made by Nannie V. Watkins at Shiloh Presbyterian Church, two school compositions written by Minnie H. Watkins, an invoice of goods bought by Nathaniel V. Watkins, two news items reporting the death of Dr. Elisha Ballantine, a note written by a parent requesting prayer for their conversation, four items of miscellaneous verse and two unidentified fragments.","Including one written February 16, 1866, telling of \"poverty\" and \"straightened circumstances\" and one referring to the death of his mother, Mildred Morton Watkins.","Mentioning measles epidemic of 1858 which affected the health of 18 Negroes and his political views during the war. Also letter from Thomas W. Daniel, Monterey, Virginia, to his cousin, Nathaniel V. Watkins.","Washington College (Washington and Lee College), commenting on slavery and giving advice to his son at college. Also includes letter from Patty Watkins.","Other letters from his brother-in-law Elisha Ballantine, sisters Susan M. Watkins and Pattie Watkins.","Also letter from from Mildred S. Watkins to her granddaughter Minnie H. Watkins.","To his brother Nathaniel V. Watkins from Richmond, 1848, Prince Edward and Charlotte, 1848 and 1850, Philadelphia, 1854, and South Carolina, 1857; to his mother Mildred Morton Watkins from Cuba, 1858.","Includes letter from Nathaniel's mother (Mildred Morton Watkins).","Also letters from Mildred S. Watkins.","Sarah S. Skinner served as a governess in James B. Daniel's home in the 1850's, to Nannie (Daniel Watkin's) and from Martha H. Bliss, Shelburne, Vermont, to Nannie Daniel Watkins, Waterloo, North Carolina.","Including letter to Nancy Daniel Watkins from an old schoolmate about Sarah Skinner, a New England governess, letter from C. A. Watkins of Missouri to his cousin Richard Watkins, copy of will of Henry N. Watkins of Oldham, Prince Edward, copy of deed of five slaves to Nathaniel and Nannie Watkins by James B. Daniel, and letter from J. Morton to Richard Watkins.","Includes letters from Mildred R. Daniel, Lucy Jane Daniel, Charles Read Daniel, Martha E. Daniel, Jane E. Daniel, Patty Watkins, P. S. Daniel, Mollie O. Watkins and James N. Daniel. Also includes simplified genealogy.","Also letters from Nannie (Daniel) Watkins to father and mother.","Letter from ex-slaves who went to Tennessee with Mr. Barbes in 1875. Includes letters from Polly Graham (one of five slaves given to Nannie Watkins on her wedding day by her father James B. Daniel in 1859) and her daughters Martha and Sarah.","Includes a deed for slaves from Mildred S. Watkins, a receipt for the purchase of slaves from James B. Daniel and a receipt for the purchase of slaves from James B. Daniel and a receipt for the purchase of a female slave from G. A. Wilson.","Includes letter from Henry U. Watkins; Nathaniel Jackson; E. Ballantine; Benjamin S. Ewell; Michael DeVere, Edward H. Courtenay, Lawrence Smith (Professors at the University of Virginia); and Richard H. Watkins."],"corpname_ssim":["Special Collections Research Center"],"famname_ssim":["Ballentine family","Daniel family","Read family","Watkins family"],"names_coll_ssim":["Ballentine family","Daniel family","Read family","Watkins family"],"persname_ssim":["Watkins, Nathaniel Venable","Ballantine, Elisha (Rev.)","Daniel, James B.","Read, Charles Lewis, 1794-1869","Sherrill, Nancy Read","Watkins, Richard H."],"names_ssim":["Special Collections Research Center","Ballentine family","Daniel family","Read family","Watkins family","Watkins, Nathaniel Venable","Ballantine, Elisha (Rev.)","Daniel, James B.","Read, Charles Lewis, 1794-1869","Sherrill, Nancy Read","Watkins, Richard H."],"language_ssim":["English"],"total_component_count_is":208,"online_item_count_is":0,"component_level_isim":[0],"sort_isi":0,"timestamp":"2026-06-23T07:46:13.986Z","collection":{"numFound":1,"start":0,"numFoundExact":true,"docs":[{"id":"viw_repositories_2_resources_8397","ead_ssi":"viw_repositories_2_resources_8397","_root_":"viw_repositories_2_resources_8397","_nest_parent_":"viw_repositories_2_resources_8397","ead_source_url_ssi":"data/oai/WM/repositories_2_resources_8397.xml","title_filing_ssi":"Watkins, Nathaniel V. Family Papers","title_ssm":["Nathaniel V. Watkins Family Papers"],"title_tesim":["Nathaniel V. Watkins Family Papers"],"unitdate_ssm":["1846-1889","1862-1865"],"unitdate_inclusive_ssm":["1846-1889"],"unitdate_bulk_ssim":["1862-1865"],"normalized_date_ssm":["1846/1889, bulk 1862/1865"],"normalized_title_ssm":["Nathaniel V. Watkins Family Papers, 1846/1889, bulk 1862/1865"],"text":["Nathaniel V. Watkins Family Papers, 1846/1889, bulk 1862/1865","Mss. 39.1 W32 and 2008.306","/repositories/2/resources/8397","Virginia","Confederate States of America. Army. Virginia Cavalry Regiment, 3rd","Confederate States of America. Army. Virginia Infantry Regiment, 34th","Granville County (N.C.)--History--19th century","Peninsular Campaign, 1862","Prince Edward County (Va.)--History--19th century","Property tax","Reconstruction (U.S. history, 1865-1877)--Virginia","Slavery--Virginia--19th century","United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865","Correspondence","Receipts (financial records)","Collection is open to all researchers. Before publishing quotations or excerpts from any materials, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","Nathaniel Venable Watkins","Processed by Beth Holmes (1989) and Derek Stepp (1990). Box and Folder List compiled by Kassia Halcli, SCRC staff, in October 2011.","Letters, chiefly 1862-1865, written by Nathaniel Venable Watkins to his wife Nancy Daniel Watkins. During the Civil War, Watkins served with Co. H, 4th Virginia Heavy Artillery, which became part of the 34th Virginia Infantry Regiment. Watkins appeared to have saw little combat, spending much of his time in defensive positions guarding artillery batteries. His unit was stationed at Gloucester Point (during the Peninsular Campaign), near Richmond (Chaffin's Bluff) and near Petersburg. His letters concern camp life, religion among the soldiers, his work as a clerk for courts-martial; and he gave directions to his wife concerning the management of their farm in Granville, North Carolina.","The collection also includes correspondence of other members of the Watkins family of Prince Edward County, Virginia and of the Daniel family of Granville County, North Carolina. Some letters concern and are written by Richard H. Watkins who served in the Prince Edward Dragoons, 3rd Virginia Cavalry and who was a farmer in Prince Edward County, Virginia during Reconstruction.","The collection includes letters concerning slavery before and during the Civil War as well as letters written from formerly enslaved persons.","Charles Lewis Read is the father of Jane Eliza Read who married James B. Daniel. Their daughter, Nancy Venable Daniel, married Nathaniel Venable Watkins. Betsey Anne Ballentine was the sister of Nathaniel Venable Watkins.","Addition 2008.308 contains material for the Read, Daniel, Ballentine and Watkins families. The donor organized the papers and this order has been maintained.","Asks cousin if he will act as agent for their joint property in Virginia; encloses ten dollars for taxes on this property; tells of wave of immigration to California and Oregon; inquires about prices of negro boys and girls in Virginia; states the price in Missouri; and says this it is too high there.","Tells of his arrival at the University, his course load and his lodgings, including his roommate, Mr. Tallaferro (?) of Tidewater; relates his impressions of the University and surrounding area; asks that his family write to him.","Describes, rather disparingly, Christmas season in Prince Edward Court House; gives various items of family news; encourages Nathaniel to perservere in his studies at the University of Virginia; explains that Nathaniel has better future prospects than he does.","Scope and Contents Tells of trains being occupied with troops heading toward Petersburg and for the Peninsula, therefore he may not be able to travel toward Petersburg or Richmond; reports rumor of fighting near Newport News, but states that no one known anything; hopes that God will bless his wife and children in this trial. Including letter from Nathaniel V. Watkins, Richmond, Virginia, to Nannie V. Watkins, Townesville, North Carolina, Sunday evening, including news of travel to Richmond and descriptions of his acquaintances. Note: Addressed in error to Townesville, Virginia.","Gives description of his surroundings and plan for improving camp; talks of possibility of fighting soon on the Peninsula, Yorktown and of reinforcement of Fort Magruder; talks of the food available; describes the officers of his company; requests some items.","Describes his activities, such as standing duty; talks of prayer meetings which are held in the tent of the Orderly Sergeant; states that most of the Officers are pious; writes of potential fighting on Peninsula; requests that his wife and children write him more often.","Complains that he has received no mail in a couple of weeks even though others receive it; talks of the fighting on the Peninsula and their role across the river in detail; mentions his feeling of indifference before battle; tells Nannie not to be alarmed by news in papers, but only to rely on word of those in his company; mentions his deep desire to see her and the children.","Discusses possibility that the mail is responsible for his lack of letters; exhorts Nannie not to believe rumors in papers; states that troop morale is good and reinforcements come; mentions that all ladies have been banned from their lines and that most men are well; hopes that all is well at home; tells Nannie how important she is to him.","Talks mostly about how much he misses Nannie; mentions possibility of fighting in Gloucester Point; states that all men are well except Johny Booker (?) who is being sent to Richmond.","Describes in great detail activities and fighting on the Peninsula; mentions the Yankees' use of hot air balloon and sighting of two war steamers. Including, April 13, 1862, acknowledges letter from Nannie, narrates Sunday's activities including preaching, Bible study and prayer meetings; tells Nannie to have her father take control of their farm; asks negroes at home and sends his love; mentions General Joseph E. Johnston, the Peninsula fighting and alledged Confederate victories in the West.","Writes of his activities at home; asks father to visit him, says he is a good boy; illustrates letter with two small pictures.","Acknowledges receiving his letters; asks for another letters soon; writes of visiting a sick friend; narrates several items of family news.","Describes his surroundings, the big (York) river and ships on the river; (does not mention the Peninsular campaign or his activities therein); asks Charley to watch out for his little sister, continue to learn, and to mind his ma and grandma. Illustrates bottom of letter with picture of a horse.","Gives many details of everyday life; mentions that her mother is unwell; describes activities of two brothers also fighting in war; mentions a friend who might be converted.","Gives detail of his activities over the past few days; mentions enemy shelling of Confederate troops on Peninsula on Sunday evening perhaps to lower morale; tells of exchange of fire with enemy steamers; discusses increase in his relgious feelings due to his current situation. Including, April 16, 1862, acknowledges receiving Nannie's letter; thanks her for expressing her support of him and of his cause; asks about things at home on their farm; sends his love to the negroes; expresses feeling that he will be home in six months.","Scope and Contents Asks Nannie to excuse the manner in which he writes as he is often interrupted by boys talking to him; acknowledges receiving her letter; tells of great joy in camp because almost everyone received mail; states that mail is an incredible morale booster; asks Nannie to have her and her childrens' photograph taken for him; mentions that Gloucester Point was quiet, but that there was heavy fighting on the Peninsula; reports figures of those killed and wounded on both sides; says that Colonel McKinney of the 5th North Carolina (?) regiment killed in the fight; reports that their fortifications are twice as strong as when he arrived three weeks ago; mentions his view of Yorktown, York River and the Yankee Fleet; gives entire menu of the day's meals in detail. Including April 19, 1862, mentions large amount of reinforcements arriving from the Army of the Potomac and that General Ambrose Powell or Daniel Harvey (?) Hill is in Yorktown; tells of arrival of another first rate married man in his company; relates camp stories; says that all men are well and that he would be enjoying camp life like the others if he had not left so much behind.","All are well in camp except Daniel Booker who has the mumps; yesterday was a gloomy day for him, but that generally he feels as content and happy as others in the camp; asks for a bottle of ink and an ink stand; says that there is no news of interest because they do not know what is happening on the Peninsula; reports that he receives his Christian Observer regularly and enjoys it as it looks like home; describes a visit in Richmond as the cost of several purchases made there; comments on the cruelty of this war; asks for news of his children and negroes; explains decrease in their rations due to increase in army.","All is quiet both in his camp and on the Peninsula; notes seeing many transports carrying Yankee soldiers on the river; asks for more news and details from home; mentions his lack of trust in newspaper reports; complains of constant noise, bustle and confusion; asks for more news from home; inquires about his negroes and exhorts them to keep everything straight; writes that he is sorry he didn't see them before he left; describes being shelled by Yankee steamers; mentions increase in religiousness of a friend.","Discusses religious activities, such as Bible study and sermons, and mentions that several men have made confessions of faith; gives advice to Nannie on how to handle their separation, educate the children and states that they should be thankful for their fate which could be worse; states that Peninsula is still quiet, but that fighting must take place soon; the men are confident; says that Confederate lines are more strongly fortified than at Manassas and Centreville; army numbers eighty to a hundred thousand and is armed with enough amunition, cannons and artillery; mentions possibility of iron-clads; gives names of commaders-- General Joseph E. Johnston commands Army, General Hill the left wing resting on the York River, General James Longstreet the center, and General John Bankhead Magruder the right wing resting on the James River. Including letter dated April 28, 1862, exhorts Nannie to write longer letters and more frequently; gives detailed instructions for cultivation of his farm.","Describes negative, poor morale of men after they heard news of New Orleans defeat; expresses disappointment at increasing amount of profanity among men and that this will not help their cause with God; tells of his visit to Yorktown and Captain Baskerville; states that men in Yorktown are in good spirits, but more exposed to the weather; writes of several religious activities; comments on the beliefs of his officers. Including letter, April 30, 1862, mentions that he could see the enemy when he visited York; states that tomorrow he will have been in the service for one month.","Writes that they were issued muskets for a forced march; reports that they began the march, but turned back and now remain in camp; does not know reason for march; assures her he will be fine.","Gives details of their march from Gloucester Point; describes hospitality of people of King and Queen County as they passed through; says he does not know reason for leaving the Point; tells of several deserters; gives his love to his family and says they should all be grateful (incomplete).","Scope and Contents Now in the Army of the Peninsula, the Grand Army; describes various activities such as listening to sermons, visiting acquaintances in surrounding camps, bathing, and drilling; says his company has been divided into two-- one half, including our boys, to be left artillery, the other armed with muskets; mentions 18th Virginia Company and 23rd North Carolina Company; describes sight of six or seven thousand men on drill; reports that they are having an easier time in Light Artillery than the infantry have; knows nothing about whereabouts of army.","Writes of news received for Peninsula campaign including names of those wounded in their community; gives much family news regarding illnesses, gardens, etc.","Describes a miserable march and the manning of his gun; says that men stood the march well; says if he is made infantry he will attempt to transfer to another company; doesn't see how this force of eight or ten thousand can he whipped by any force. Including letter, April 18, 1862, gives instructions of where to write him; expresses concern for those at home due to outbreak of fever.","Describes the situation in the camp; says that he and the men are well; states that he cannot visit Richmond as he must be accompanied by an officer and have a pass signed by his captain and by General Hill and General Robert Emmett Rodes and this is almost impossible; gives two reasons for officers wanting to keep men in camp-- impending battle and to keep men away from liquor in Richmond; states his desire and work to transfer to another regiment to be in artillery.","Dissatisfied with his regiment because it is now infantry and because of selfishness at their captain; mentions also that he feels superior and better qualified than many of his officers; states that his friend Doc is at home on a 20 day furlough because of his dysentery (incomplete).","Writes of his homesickness and concern that he loves her and his family too much, and that he would trade all the glories won in all battles for an hour at home with his wife and children; mentions health precautions of drying his feet well; writes again of his transfer attempts; says that he and most of the men have been suffering from diarrhea.","Describes in much detail, the daily activities of camp for the past three days; mentions a failed attempt to join an artillery unit. Including letter, May 28, 1862, gives instructions for care of farm; requests more news from home, tells of busyness of camp. Enclosure: Two newspaper clippings from the Central Presbyterian.","Says that he is in Richmond due to a pain caused by passage of gravel from the kidneys to the bladder, a routine and not serious problem among men in the army; mentions a skirmish near the Chickahominy River where the Yankees were whipped; says they have been getting enough to eat despite rumours to the contrary; says morale is good; they are confident of holding Richmond; the tide of victory has turned in their favor and war will be over in a short time; thanks God for protecting his health and family; relates story of a fight where thankfully his company was spared. Including letter, June 2, 1862.","Acknowledges receipt of her letter of May 26 which encouraged him greatly; discusses his dislike of infantry service and desire to obtain a substitute; mentions that he has recovered from last week's illness; gives brief account of fighting on May 31 and June 1, Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks), although his party escaped involvement; gives more instructions of management of his farm. Including letter, June 5, 1862, requests new pair of shoes and blacking. Including letter, June 6, 1862, requests chewing tobacco and a blanket; tells of his stay in Richmond.","Mentions comfortableness of present camp compared to some others; describes in more detail the Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks) on May 31 and June 1; notes location of enemy (Union troops); comments on what they gained-- 200 prisoners, a commissary, tents and some artillery; describes prisoners, says that they are not better educated and certainly not more moral than southerners; tells of eating oranges and drinking good coffee obtained from the enemy; mentions death of a man in his mess from having his leg amputated; says that he is very thankful that he was spared from battle; thanks wife and family for all their prayers.","Has been transferred to Captain Bagby's company, Colonel Thomas Goode's Regiment Wises' Brigade; says he is now satisfied to be infantry because it is needed more and is happy to be out of the Chickahamoniy swamps; mentions that brother Dick's regiment is camped nearby and they have been able to see each other.","Explains family's nighttime prayers for his (NVM) safety; gives news of family members; describes her activities at their farm and general farming conditions; mentions a man from Clarksville who was visiting and buying provisions for the government.","Tells of much sickness in camp which he had luckily escaped; mentions improvements of new location, especially availability of good food; discusses the fact that his regiment probably won't fight soon due to their weakened condition and lack of training in infantry; expresses thankfulness again that his company was spared involvement in the recent battle in which there was much loss of life; acknowledges receipt of wife's letter and praises her support; sends his love to his family.","Tells of Doc's visit from Richmond, and thanks Nannie for the clothes and supplies she sent; repeats that it is impossible for him to get a furlough unless he becomes sick or obtains a substitute; gives a new address for his mail; exhorts her to write as often as possible, and to have faith that God's will will be done and will be good; acknowledges receipt of her letter and is sorry to hear that the negroes are sick with dysentery; gives instructions on the running of the farm; describes the helpfulness and attentiveness of woman and young girls with the sick in Richmond.","Describes in detail the health or sickness of various family members and friends; gives an acount of a recent battle (Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks)) which appeared in a letter from brother Dick (Richard W. Watkins).","Mentions that they have moved their camp a mile or so and are now on the James River; says that he likes his officers except for their profanity and that his new captain was generous in granting Johnny Booker a discharge and Abe suck leave; requests that she send Mr. Hayson some food to repay him for his kindness; mentions officers again and gives an unfavorable report, but does say that they are pious and allow the men religious freedom; states that things are run more efficiently with better food and medical care now that they have been fully reorganized; says that discipline is strict and duties light; feels that he is managing in the army better than he expected to; gives more instructions for the care of the farm.","Describes a night reconnaissance maneuver to observe the enemies activity on the river (James); says that he enjoyed the experience and getting out of camp; tells of dream he had while sleeping out in the clover which reminded him of home; asks Nannie to write him; inquires after the activities and work on his farm; gives instructions for work to be done on the farm; writes that he is well and describes condition, illnesses and wounds of others; wishes he could be at home; discusses possibility that sickness in camp is a result of lack of vegetables in their diet; tells of eating half-ripe cherries for which he would have shipped his negroes.","Acknowledges receipt of her letter for which he had been waiting for a long time; expresses concern for her health; exhorts her not to conceal her problems from him; mentions that he would prefer it if she would live at the farm if she is not too lonely as it would be better for the negores; expresses his growing disgust with army life, the injustices and officers failing in their duties to their men; says he is lucky to be removed from the main body of the army because he is able to get plenty of butter, chicken; gives prices of several food items; says he doesn't understand why there is so little fighting, while men wait ready and die of exposure; describes building of fortifications at Chaffin's Bluff; gives detailed instructions for the running of the farm; sends his love. Includes a postscript from June 27 with news of a friend.","Gives more news from camp; acknowledges receipt of her letter of June 19; sends his love to his family and negroes. Letter is virtually illegible; ink is extremely light.","Tells that his regiment avoided a great battle yesterday which occured 2-3 miles down the James River (one of Seven Days' Battles-- on June 30 June McClennon inflicted heavy losses on the Confederates while withdrawing across the Chickahominy River to a new base at Harrison's Landing on the James) because they were on pickett duty; mentions that there has been heavy fighting for the past week; hopes that they are demoralizing McClellan's army and that this will end the bloodshed; notes that he takes meals with overseer's family when he comes out on pickett; thanks God that he was spared; exhorts Nannie to have faith that all will be well; sends his love; gives news of some comrades.","States that he has returned to camp and received her letter; details the battle which raged from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. with a short intermission; notes that there is no definite word on the result, but he does not think they gained much; hopes that they will meet again soon.","States that enemy has been driven back and demoralized; says that losses have been estimated at not less than 10,000; writes that his regiment has not participated in any of the battles; describes a feeling of pain he has due to his separation from his family; wishes the North would realize the impossibility of conquering the South; describes strength of the position of fortifications at Chaffin's Bluff; requests news from home about their reaction to the battles and about the farm and family.","Expresses his weariness with the war and his desire to return home; states that he thought that furloughs would be possible after the battle (Seven Days' Battles) because McClellan's forces should no longer pose a threat; adds that McClellan's forces were not as devastated as he had first thought; discusses the slow mail service; writes that there were no religious services this Sunday; adds that there have been services off and on in the past, but nothing regular since they left Gloucester Point; states that there is a ditching party working this Sunday, but fortunately he has never been asked to work on the Sabbath; laments that they have been without a regular chaplain; feels that this would aid the men immeasureably; sees the army as a great missionary field; requests a pair of shoes and a box of blacking; sends his love.","Acknowledges receipt of her letter of June 19; notes that the difficulty with the mail must be near her; states how thankful and uplifted he was to receive such an ecouraging letter full of news from home; gives thanks that he and their friends have been spared from the battle and sickness; requests that Nannie answer his former questions about the farm; gives detailed instructions on things to be done on the farm; writes that they are now moving one mile to a nicer campsite; believes that McClellan's forces are stronger than the papers admit, but demoralized; tells how he and Doc (his friend) often exchange letters and talk about their wives which keeps their spirits up; sends love to family and friends.","Acknowledges receipt of her letter of July 3; thanks her for answering his questions; requests that she answer his remaining questions; writes that it is impossible for him to get a furlough at present because there are many sick in his company and regiment; states that eight men died in the last nine days; adds that most of their men have been absent from home much longer than he has; asks her to kiss the children for him.","Scope and Contents Discusses his application to Colonel Goode, through his Lieutenant for a furlough; states why it was denied; mentions that he will not despair yet; mentions that he is in very good health and that the new cause of sickness is fever; states that since he cannot come home she must bring the children to Richmond to see him; mentions that they do receive visitors at the camp. Including letter, July 13, 1862, writes of his Sunday spent on watch in the country; laments that he is cut off from all religious priviledges; thanks Nannie for sending so much news of home; hopes that their time will come soon to see each other. Enclosure: July 7, 1862. Pattie Watkins, at Mount Pleasant, Prince Edward County, Virginia, to her brother, Nathaniel V. Watkins. Details the sickness, care and death of their niece Mildred from diptherla; writes how much good it does both her and their mother to receive his letters; gives news of sickness, wounding and death of neighbors and friends.","Describes his conversation with Colonel Goode and aborted trip to Richmond in search of a furlough; writes that he has asked Mrs. Howlson to ask the Secretary of War about his case; mentions that after denying his furlough, Colonel Goode made a visit to Mecklenburg; believes that McClellan will make one more effort to take Richmond before giving up, either from the James RIver or from Fredricksburg, or attempt to cut off Petersburg; describes everyday camp life; feels that is a splendid gymnasium for young men and invalids. Includes letter, July 17, 1862, mentions another death from sickness; requests that his son, Charley, write to him; gives some instructions for the farm.","Letter almost completely illegible.","Describes another attempt to attain a furlough; requests that his wife look into finding a substitute for him as others have them; says he would be able to bear army life better if he could get home for a week every five months or so; tells of his activities in camp; states that the war in Virginia is quiet at this time.","Discusses his latest attempt to gain a furlough which was unsuccessful; again asks Nannie to seek a substitute for him and also ask her father's advice on the subject; complains about being kept in camp when they are doing so little, only drilling and ditching; states that they have meat about once a week, otherwise they mostly eat bread. Including letter, July 26, 1862, telling of the hot weather; states that the Yankees must be suffering more from it; writes that General Wise would not let them ditch during the worst of it. Letter is unfinished.","Acknowledges receipt of three letters from Nannie in six days; thanks her and reminds her how much they encourage and help him; tells of the captain's brother who has been spending a great deal of time at their camp both preaching and handing out tracks (tracts); describes the rotation of guard duty; writes of attempts to start a Bible study and prayers at night in the tents, but adds that there are too many interruptions to make this possible; describes Sunday's dinner. 3 pp. AL. Including ALS, [July 28, 1862], adding that he would give anything to see his family, but that a furlough, even if a substitute is provided, is out of the question at present; writes that he likes the idea of Nannie coming to Richmond and bringing the children, as he might be able to meet her there for a day.","Writes that her letters bring him much joy and that his happiness depends on her; adds that he would love to see Minnie (his daughter) as she learns to walk and talk; states thay he would still rather see his wife than anyone else. Including letter, July 30, 1862, discussing his lack of ability to concentrate due to the crowds of men who often engage in profane talk even though he is in one of the most moral companies; describes being interrupted by the field artillery Wise's Brigade which were practicing nearby; tells her about artillery and how the guns work; adds that he is glad she is not home alone.","Writes that he keeps all her letters and often re-reads them when he doesn't get new ones; describes the say as rainy; adds that his tent is often crowded and he is growing to hate crowds; discuss the arrival of some good food; asks Nannie to send him a box of fruit and vegetables from home to Richmond through a friend there; tells the prices of food stuffs which he feels are high; notes that due to presence of a large army in the area it is difficult to obtain food stuffs; Instructs Nannie on what to do with his flock of sheep on their farm. Including letter, August 1, 1862, reporting that he was awakened the previous evening by gunfire down the river and sending his love to his family.","Acknowledges receipt of Nannie's letter and is glad because she thought that perhaps Nannie or Nathaniel were sick; discusses sickness of their brother, Dicks, also a soldier and illnesses of friends, neighbors, and relatives; describes their new Methodist preacher; states that she likes their refugees very much; discusses crops; sends her love.","Scope and Contents Relates his growing disatisfaction with life as a soldier, the profanity around him and their idleness during the day; writes that he feels like a dying man who must fight in order to keep from smothering. Including letter, August 4, 1862, mentions again the captain's brother who has his headquarters at their camps and distributes tracks to soldiers; again asks Nannie to send him a box with fresh food which is not available in camp; hopes that Aunt Mary will do as his wife has done and entrust the care of \"her boysamp; to the heavenly Father; writes about the Sunday sermon; wishes she could have heard it; asks Nannie to encourage preacher to divide time between their camp and another; says that it would do the men good because although most of the privates and some officers are Christians, the regimental officers are profane and godless men; sends his love.","Writes regarding the condition of Henry who is sick; feels that he should stay in camp until he is well enough to travel; gives news of Daniel Booker who is on sick leave from the regiment; states that his is recovering nicely; discusses the prices and condition of crops in the area; mentions his visit to Nancy (Nathaniel's wife) and children; gives his regards to Dock and Sam.","Acknowledges receipt of several letters; writes that he is on picket to stop soldiers from stealing fowl; describes activities of regiment; likes peacefulness of forest; wishes Nannie could be with him; discusses again whether it is right to get a substitute; says he does not regret joining the Army and that every man should do his part; states that he is happy with his company; desires only to do his duty and then come home not to win military fame; writes of his new found love and appreciation for his wife; wishes he could be with her. Including letter, August 8, 1862, describing Boulware's farm. (Incomplete.)","Scope and Contents Notes that they have been living better due to some reinforcements from King and Queen County; discusses Nannie's moving to live with her father. Including letter, August 10, 1862, discussing the receipt and distribution of the boxes of fresh fruit and vegetables which Nannie had sent; mentions the Sunday sermon; speaks of a rumor he'd heard that said he had been discharged from the Army. Including letter, Nathaniel V. Watkins, at Camp Chafin's Farm, to his son Charley Watkins, August 9, 1862, describing his life around camp and asking Charley to be a good boy and learn to read and write.","States that he will only be able write short notes for a few weeks as he will be occupied as recorder for court marshall proceedings with General Evans as president of the court; writes that here had been considerable movements of troops in all directions, but he has not yet heard what it means; describes the passing through of about 140 Yankee officers on their way to be exchanged; sends his love.","States that she thought he had been sick or transferred to Jackson; writes that she is relieved he has not been; states her gratfefulness for his letters which are so full of love and encouragement; gives news from home, especially of children's activities; mentions that she will attempt to persuade Mr. Hines to go to her husband's camp as a regular preacher; agrees that the Army is a good opportunity to do good; says that the negroes would like to have been at the sermon and meeting he mentioned in his last letter; states that she is happy that he is where he is; believes it is Providence and that all is in God's hands.","Writes about how it seems that everyone has gotten home except he; feels that this separation has caused them to recognize and appreciate their love; states that the court marshall is not keeping him as busy as he had anticipated; mentions possibility of Nannie meeting him in Richmond. Including letter, August 15, 1862, describing a good dinner he had the evening before; requesting Nannie to send stewed tomatoes; adding that his regiment is the only one to be doing detached work, the others have all been sent to Jackson; writes that the enemy soldiers are of the lowest classes and that they cannot possibly know the devastation of war which has all been fought on southern soil; wishes for peace now; inquires about his crops.","Discusses court marshall cases which are keeping him busy; writes of box full of food which sis[ter] Sue sent; believes that his battalion is being kept by the river for defensive purposes; writes that their separation is becoming harder to bear, notes that he has not been home because he has been blessed with health; believes that they will remain stationary for at least a month otherwise all the court marshalls would not be being held.","Discusses the progression of the war; mentions that a North Carolina Brigade (Martin's) is on opposite side of the river; feels that Yankees are waiting for reinforcements before they strike; notes that their numbers are increasing too, but he is not sure where they are coming from; says that he has been feeling a but sick, but it is nothing serious; requests some items he will be needing for the winter; company is again feeling up to par; wishes he could be home for the coming winter.","Very pleased to have acquired a new tent, which sleeps four comfortably; remarks how well a soldier sleeps; acknowledges receiving her letter of August 14, 1862; this is a lonesome and empty year for him; Doc (?) has been offered the appointment to Lt. General of the 25th North Carolina regiment, but has not accepted yet; rest of army has moved to other side of river, and their regiment is the last remaining area; Yankee troops have given up the fight for Richmond from below; McClellan has moved his base; says that he is feeling much better since he wrote last; acknowledges receiving letters from Daniel (?) and Mr. Booker (?), who speak of despair in the country; does not yet know when a furlough will be offered to him, but he receives one day in winter; remembers fondly days of abusing the Yankees; sends his love.","Acknowledges receiving her letter of August 27, 1862; glad to have heard from Martha (?); Doc (?) did accept his newly assigned post and is now in Richmond; begs his wife to tell him if troubles arise at home; concerned with their runaway slave Tommy; gives some suggestions for the upcoming harvest; her Pa (?) might consider getting more help, because the negroes \"for their own sakes\" should not be left alone; has received a two day pass and will be going to Richmond to get away from camp; wishes he could break the blockade and go home; asks if his wife and children might come to Richmond; thinks it would be best to sell crops for cash to the neighbors; no war news to report; sends his love.","Happy to hear he has received the box of vegetables so soon; their borther Dick visited but was not looking well; Dick did get several new recruits among the prisoners; illness has struck hard amny of their friends and cousins, but their neighborhood and immediate family are fairing well; have had some severe rains which have damaged Mr. Redd's (?) tobacco crop, but the corn crop is excellent; fruit is scarce, partly due to a drought; Horace Booker (?) was involved in the Battle of Cedar River, and took General Prince.","Speaks of the children Charley and Minnie and how they are handling the situation; fears Minnie may forget him; hopes the war does not continue though Lincoln's administration as some tell her; she misses him and sends her love. Including letter from Charley Watkins, to his father, Nathaniel V. Watkins, is having a good time at his grandpa's but misses his father.","Concerned with certain aspects of the war; relays news of family and friends; gives details of crop situations.","Relays news and health of family and friends; news of the battles of Manassas and Warrenton Springs have reached the family; gives details of crop situations.","Describes his camp life and the wildlife surrounding the camp.","Concerned with his continued denial of a furlough; troubles with the mail service are arising; advises his wife on farm matters and especially on crops of tobacco and wheat; problems concerning his slaves and their runaway slave Tommy are mentioned; also discusses using negroes in camp; describes his abundance of free time in camp; his court work continues; descriptions of the camp, camp members, and surrounding area are made; camp provisions are discussed, such as various clothing and food stuffs; many religous functions are taking place in the camp; mentions battles and fighting around Williamsburg, Manassas, Harper's Ferry, and Washington; mentions uprisings in both Kentucky and Missouri; prisoner exchanges are taking place; believes peace is coming soon.","Fears spread of diptheria, scarlet fever, and measles; conveys news of family and friends; news that corn and tobacco crops are doing well; detailed descriptions of making cloth and dyeing are given.","Concerning a request for a furlough.","Chances for a furlough are becoming slim; sickness, namely remittent fever has hit the camp as well as himself; camp life such as new housing, company provisions, and numbers of news arrivals is discussed; mentions that provisions such as warm clothing are needed from home; concerned with the sale of his slave Tommy; news of the war is increasingly discouraging; details of a new exemption bill are discussed; resuming his work with the court; advises his wife on crops of tobacco and wheat as well as their orchard of apples and peaches; pros and cons of using a substitue are given.","Has sent him the provisions he requested; suggests he should transfer to the Prince Edward cavalry, under the command of General J. E. S. Stewart (Stuart); relays family news.","Attempts boosting his morale and advises him on his problems with getting a furlough; fears that the Yankees will attempt cutting off Richmond from the rest of the South; suggests he not purchase any more slaves and instead should invest in land which is more valuable; slaves as a property are uncertain; relays family news, health of negroes and children.","Relays family news; mentions Brother Dick's opinion of General \"J. E. B.\" Stewart (Stuart) and his raids into Pennsylvania; sickness is hitting friends and family hard; there is a spirit of marrying about; prices for tobacco are high; there is a real need for salt.","Sees no signs of war ending any time soon, and in fact, the North seems even more united; news concerning his negroes is discussed in detail; obtaining a substitute does not look possible at the present time; their new housing has been completed; they are starting up a literacy club to pass time; the weather is getting worse; discusses his limited company duties; describes the court in which he works, speaks of slave use in camp and at the court; relays news of friends in his company; religious events which occur in camp are explained; has been quite depressed; glad to hear of his wife's growing independence; worried about hs mounting debt; gives farm advice; asks for certain provisions from home; frustrated with his continued denial of a furlough; troubles with the mail continue; tells of the blockading of the James River by using both \"sharp-shooters\" and submarine batteries; discusses the extensive ditches and breastworks surrounding Richmond; wishes to sell 300-350 of his 1200 acres; there is no news concerning military battles; mentions the Charlotte cavalry.","Is very concerned with the fact that his wife has been ill; seeks his wife's advice in many matters; while there is an abundance of clothing, the scarcity of shoes is an extreme problem; unless he receives a furlough, is determined to leave the service; continued improvments in camp are carried out; is quite critical of certain commanders; describes religious activites in camp; relays news of his tobacco crop and its going rate; still eager to sell some of his land and pay off his debt; gives details concerning their literary club; discusses, in detail, their execution of firing drills; mentions the Seven Pines; is coping with the bad weather rather well, unlike the negroes in camp; complains about provisions of beef, pork, and lack of butter and sugar; postage is getting high; frequent resignations of generals are taking place; Pickett's division is moving from Richmond to Charleston, South Carolina; signs of peace are becoming more apparent; there are wide-spread rumors of disaffection in the Northwest; gives advice concerning farm and crop trip are given; refers to his stopping at the Wolf Trap depot; (?) in his part of the army; refers to the Southern Literacy Messenger and claims it is a very good paper; Yankees have crossed at Fredricksburg, Virginia and there is a threatened advance being made by Burnside [?]; troops in Richmond and Petersburg are being moved to aid Gen[eral] Lee; there is also action taking place on the James River.","Asks advice on certain family matters; relays family news; dyptheria is becoming quite common among children; tells of troubles with certain negroes as well as the use of negroes in fortifying Weldon; relays facts of a neighbor's will, including provisions for his children and negroes.","Relays news of brother Dick and his fellow soldiers running the blockade for cheaper provisions; updates her on family news; both the weather and roads are poor; refers to the Prince Edward cavalry and the Lee Guards; the weather is contributing to an increase in poor health.","Relays news of their mother's illness as well as other family matters; the poor weather is contributing to an increase in illnesses; refers to the Prince Edward troop and Lee Guards.","Fears his children will forget him; writes of the camp surroundings and the \"big guns;\" wishes his son to learn his letters; has sketched a rough picture of a sickly dog they named Yankee.","Concerning his activities at home.","Is delighted to hear that his wife's health is improving; his chances for a furlough are increasing with the new lottery system; gives details of their shrinking Bible classes and prayer meetings in camp; artillery work is being done around camp; the weather continues to cause problems, especially to their new housing; gives details of the camp's winter provisions; relays stories of his times on guard duty; the size of their company continues to grow; comments on the lack of gentleman remaining in the camp; makes other judgements of camp companies; there is little going on, in and around camp; the mood in camp seems to be low; his health is generally good; gives advice to his wife concerning the next season's crops as well as possible land sale; is attempting to acquire a little negro to care for his wife while she is recovering; their daughter Minnie has also apparently been ill; recommends his wife acquire the Southern Literacy; is unhappy to learn that some of his negroes have been drafted to work on fortifying Weldon; a land dispute has erupted at home which he believes his wife can handle; Southern women will have to accept more responsibility when the war is over; prospects for peace are brightening, possibly by late spring or summer; it is believed also that Lee's army is in better health and spirits than it has ever been; there is a good deal of movement occurring with the Confederate troops; gives details of numerous army and especially naval victories for the South; the union army is rumored to lose 300,000 men by May 1, due to the end of their terms; there is also unrest growing in the northwest and Kentucky, due in part to the raising of black troops; the enemy has also given up on the idea of taking Richmond by way of Fredricksburg. 8 items, ALsS; 2 items, ALs.","Is worried about the late snow, which is proving harmful to their livestock and planting; whooping cough is running rampant among the negores; and they are beginning to get ill as well; relays family news; understands brother Nathaniel V. Watkins has bought a furlough; gives account of brother Dick's (?) charge of a regiment of Yankees; has heard news of friends in the north; refers to the gratifying tobacco prices in the region.","Comments on making it through the extremely harsh and wet winter, which has put off planting; understands he has received a furlough; they are having problems with the spread of whooping cough.","Gives a detailed account of brother Dick and his brigade's attack on a Yankee party; this attack was under the command of a General Fitz Lee; refers to a battle at Kelly's Ford, where the Confederate troops did not fare so well; relays news of family and friends, including those who have been wounded and killed; refers to charges made by the Prince Edward Cavalry, and the reactions made by General Jeb Stuart; the family is suffering with colds and the whooping cough; the children, especially the negro children, are suffering the greatest.","Is upset that he has not received a letter from her as of late; fears the problem lies with the postal service; bustle and confusion are present in his quarters; changes with leadership are occurring in camp; the Confederate army is in desperate need of naval officers; has been in the service for a year now and is growing quite tired of army life; desperately wishes war would end; relays news of certain camp members; gives details of recently received packages from Richmond; receives a furlough for the 16th of March; health continues to be well; states that recruiting is a suitable way for officers to receive long furloughs; there are few men left to recruit, due to the new Conscript Act; weather improves but then grows worse again; no fighting is expected in the area; there is a growing tiredness of war, yet pride keeps the soldiers loyal; relays details of his return to camp; have been given permission to cultivate their own gardens; his faith in God is growing stonger; asks for provisions from home; as well as news concerning his farm; is growing quite worried over the spread of diptheria among children; provisions in camp are becoming scarce; gives his wife some farm advice.","Due to the weather, the camp, especially the roads, need work; has cut down on his chewing of tobacco at his wife's request; provisions in camp continue to worsen; he refuses to eat any of the meat supplied to the camp; due to the weather and condition of the roads, there is little movement among the armies; have kept the enemy in check during the winter; the cases of diptheria have begun to lessen, and he hopes his family is doing well; planting in the surrounding area has begun.","Regretfully informs him of the death of their son Charley R. Watkins.","Relays news of health of family and friends; is concerned about Nannie V. Watkins and her health; the children there are finally getting over the whooping cough, but now suffer with cases of chicken pox and scarlet fever; the planting of their crops has begun; gives details of a cavalry unit from South Carolina which was stationed near their home; speaks, in detail, of a southern sympathizer in Baltimore.","Was sorry to learn of the death of his son Charley R. Watkins, but is happy to hear that his daughter Minnie H. Watkins was feeling better; gives details of how Nannie V. Watkins is reacting to Charley's death; is grateful that God has spared his own family.","Was very sorry to hear of Charley R. Watkins's death; the children there have nearly recovered from the whooping cough.","Informs him that their orders to evacuate the bluff have been cancelled; expresses his regrets at Charley R. Watkins's death; wishes him well and hopes he enjoys his stay at home.","Attempts desperately to console him; knows how he feels, because her child Lilie (?) also has passed away; hopes the area's health will improve with the coming of warmer weather.","Was shocked and upset to learn of his son Charley R. Watkins's death; attempts comforting Nathaniel; writes of his service in the cavalry and the state of the Confederate troops; states what a great negative effect the death of General \"Stonewall\" Jackson has had on the army; gives details of General \"J. E. B.\" Stuart and his attempts to raise a large cavalry force, including his own, the Hampton brigade, and Fitz Lee's brigade; writes of the difficulties in acquiring newspapers; it has been rumored that Lincoln has called out an additional 500,000 troops; refers to his service on a board which examines and condemns horses which are unfit for service.","Insists that Nannie come and stay with her; relays news of the family; the children there are getting well again; writes of the religious services held in the area; the crops in the area are suffering from a lack of rain; it's been very cool and dry; it seems to be more difficult acquiring furloughs; is having trouble getting summer cloth woven in time.","Hopes Nannie V. Watkins will come for a visits and that he will be able to join her; a hailstorm has damaged the wheat and watermelon crops; the corn crops are doing well; the health of the family is generally good; states that she will be sending him provisions.","Scope and Contents Wishes to visit her sister-in-law Pattie Watkins but thinks it wise to wait until late July or August, when they should be over the whooping cough; their daughter Minnie H. Watkins had again taken ill but has fully recovered; have commenced cutting wheat but the rain is slowing them down; the crops of corn and pumpkin are doing well; refers to soldiers running the blockade and confiscating Yankee provisions; relays news of family and friends; the neighborhood id getting healthy again; deeply mourns the death of their son, Charley R. Watkins; gives details of church services held in the area; states how much his family, the Smileys (his overseer), and his negroes love and miss him; refers to her boarding of Confederate soldiers; has had a problem with one of the negroes burning down his house; is ashamed of the luxury in which she lives compared to the hardships soldiers must face; assumes he is keeping up with his Bible class; expresses her dislike for the \"drinking and profane officers;\" mentions the task of exchanging their wool for cotton; Smiley (their overseer) has been possibly ordered into service, and Nannie will have to watch over the farm; will send him the shoes he needed; has heard that the war effort is going well; Grant is weakening in the west and Lee is in control of the east; is hopeful about their success at Vicksburg and their holding of Fredericksburg; refers to the tyranny of the Yankee troops and the actions taken against the Southern civilians; expresses doubt concerning the actions of West Tennessee; God will see the South through the war and deliver them the victory; the prospects for peace are very bright.","Gives details of his return to camp following his short furlough; travelled with 500 Yankee prisoners which were to be exchanged; refers to the Yankee raids in VIrginia; his duties in camp have increased; the victory at Fredricksburg was both a boost and damaging to the Confederate troops, due to the death of \"Old Stonewall\" discusses his chances of acquiring another furlough; refers to the dependent condition of their negroes; all the men in camp are in fine spirits; wishes to invest his money in Confederate bonds; is interested in the movement of Pickett's division; poor provisions are being offered to many companies; believes war will end by late summer; writes about various camp members and friends; fears there may be another battle at or near Fredricksburg soon; General Robert E. Lee is increasing his cavalry forces; refers to the numerous Confederate victories; relays the experiences of a Confederate prisoner's stay in a Yankee camp; it is rumored that Yankee's are holding 7,000 negroes on Canary Island; states the Quarter Master is quite inefficient; refers to a Congressional Act concerning provisions for paying off debts; in anxious to hear of matters concerning his farm and crops; fears for the wheat crops in the South; wishes his wife to visit his sisters in Prince Edward County, Virginia; misses his son, Charley R. Watkins, very much; needs provisions from home.","Scope and Contents Relays family news; gives her reactions to the fall of Vicksburg; refers to the wet and warm weather which kept them from working on the crops; due to the rainy weather, the rivers are impassable; gives details of a company of soldiers and their stay overnight; one of the neighbor's negro woman has run off; have commenced weaving their cotton; are experiencing little ailments, but are generally in good health; wishes he would visit. Including letter from Millie Watkins, to her brother, Nathaniel V. Watkins. Is a little under-the-weather but will write soon and wishes him to do the same.","There was a massive transport of Confederate troops to Richmond, due to a new Yankee advancement on the capital; refers to a Yankee attack of a bridge over the Southhanna River; does not speak well of the general in charge at Richmond; fears Richmond may be taken; states that Southerners are much too secure in their thoughts and actions; is hopeful now that Robert E. Lee has entered Pennslyvania; gives details of a North Carolina cavalry unit's stay at their farm; Robert E. Lee's invasion of Pennsylvania is believed to be going well; papers of both the North and South are writing in terms of peace; men returning home for horses are not finding this task easy; has learned that Vicksburg has fallen; there South must put their faith in God and assume He will make the right decision; is disgusted with those who feel the South will lose; is relieved to hear that Lee has recrossed the Potomac; the Southern people are growing tired of the war; it is rumored that Yankees are advancing on Weldon; refers to President Jefferson Davis' proclamation calling for another day of fasting and prayer; frequent raids are being made by the Yankees; fears defeat; the extreme amounts of rain are causing problems with the crops; gives details of the neighbors; often refers to her dead son Charley R. Watkins and their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; relays news of their family and friends, as well as the ailments afflicting them; have begun hiving bees; gives news of church matters; conveys news of the livestock; mentions the scores of family and friends killed, wounded or taken prisoner at the Battle of Gettysburg; rivers have become impassable; there are many cases of theft occurring; gives details of her visit home to Brookland [?]; refers to the work being done by the negroes; a survey and sale of a parcel of his land has taken place; refers to the cruel treatment exercised on a neighbor's negro.","Relays details of a visit by relatives; recent deaths and illnesses affecting friends and family are discussed; facts concerning the schooling in the area are given; refers to the numerous soldiers killed in \"the Battle\" (of Gettysburg); relays church news; mentions that state of their vegetable gardens; hopes he is over his chills.","Is quite worried about the sickness prevailing within her family; distemper; has killed a great number of their cows and oxen; their crops are suffering as much as she assumes they are in North Carolina; refers to the neighbors aiding them with their recent problems; relays news of visits by family and friends.","Ransom (?) has driven the Yankees from Weldon (?); is becoming increasingly impatient for the end of the war; they have heard gunfire nearby; the war effort is not going well; refers to a gunboat battle on the James River; recounts again how many of their friends were killed in the Battle of Gettysburg; hopes for an exchange for those soldiers who were taken prisoner; believes the South must once again renew their faith in God if the war is to be won; refers to the upcoming \"fast day\" and hopes it will be faithfully observed; is quite worried about her husband and \"the chills\" which he has been experiencing; mentions frequently the number of friends who are coming down with dysentery, diptheria, and typhoid fever; gives a detailed account of recent deaths; recent church news is given; the schooling of the local children has once again commenced; gives a detailed account of the progress in their crops of wheat, corn, tobacco, and oats; there is a shortage in their stock of sheep as well, due to the stealing of the sheep by runaway negroes; often mentions their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; is considering visiting family in Prince Edward County, Virginia; refers to the necessity of weaving their own cloth; mentions the increasing number of robberies in the area including the illegal entry into their own home; is delighted to learn that furloughs are again being issued.","Receives news of Nathaniel's hopes for a furlough or substitution; makes many references to their children; relays family, church and neighborhood news; sickness in the area continues, and the negroes are being hit hard; discusses schooling in the area; news of the crops is minimal; refers to troop movement and Nathaniel's move to Charleston, South Carolina; is angered at those young men escpaing military duty; mentions artillery fire in the area; refers to the \"sharp-shooters\" in Charleston; Beauregard (?) will save Charleston; states that \"our officers are strict;\" refers to the duties of her husband is performing; is quite worried about Nathaniel's health; refers to her chores at home; mentions a neighbor's trip to Petersburg and the Natural Bridge; the well-being of their negroes is discussed, as well as the trouble some negroes are causing; relays news of theft in the area; believes the war effort is still going well; reminds Nathaniel to avoid the temptation of alcohol.","Relays church news; refers to the well-being of friends and neighbors; home chores and laboring on the crops continues; mentions their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; refers to the emptiness of many local stores; schooling of the children continues; gives details of the trading being done at the \"Fork\" a local election is taking place; stealing is occuring by the female negroes; updates on their negroes are made; is having problems finding someone to manage the farm another year; refers to revivals taking place in the army; lectures her husband on attending his Bible class and on the evils of drinking; discusses Nathaniel's hopes of getting a furlough or substitute; relays news of General Beauregard's efforts at saving Charleston; fear of a \"great battle\" in Tennessee is growing; mentions a fight at Chattanooga (?); is pleased to learn Nathaniel has accepted a higher and less taxing position; is worried that he has sent to Jones' Island, \"the most dangerous place around Charleston.\"","Gives details of Richmond's and Petersburg's attempt to feed General Robert E. Lee's troops at Christmas; relays news of his condition to camp; is worried about the fact that their caretaker has been sent into the army; the number of furloughs granted has increased; is sorry to hear of the unrest in the neighborhoods; refers to the desertions being made to the enemy; there is a real need for more horses; asks for many provisions; the army appears to be still optimistic; gives instructions concerning his crops; refers to the intense fighting going on around him at Chaffin's Farm and Welson.","Refers to the fail of Atlanta; comments on recent Yankee advancements; the chase between Early (?) and Sheridan (?) is ongoing in his area; contemplates and reflects on the times they live in; wonders about the success of \"Old Bob\" (Robert E. Lee) and his tactics of war; refers to the plundering done by Yankees; the cost of a calvary are proving to be too much.","Is continuing his religious committment in camp; frequently comments on his hopes for a furlough or Nannie visiting; camp life is often discussed; advises Nannie on what to do with his crops and other farm matters; refers to the fail of Atlanta, Georgia, Savannah, Georgia, and possibly Petersburg, Virginia; spirits are still high and the number of desertations have lessened; is upset over the greed and corruptness spreading throughout the southern people and officers; negroe sales are becoming difficult; believes negroes should be fighting along with Confederate soldiers; flood damage is affecting travel; refers to talks and fears of Reconstruction and emancipation; a delay in payment is hurting the Confederate army; sharp-shooters are mentioned frequently; Richmond may have to be evacuated; feels the war will end soon; discusses weaknesses of the South; provisions are needed; rumors of an armistice are surfacing; feels President Lincoln is reloading his army; refers to General Wise and his hopeful speeches; the local railroads may be taken; gives advice on how to properly raise their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; fighting has increased in area; mentions an exchange of prisoners; refers to the strengths of the armies; news has spread of General Sherman and his march through the South; gives a description of General Robert E. Lee and his command.","Is frequently updated on family news; wishes his wife to visit him; due to the recent epidemic of measles, is worried about his daughter Minnie H. Watkins; feels the Southern people are not doing enough for the cause; is quite hurt by the conduct of his negroes at home; gives advice on his crops; asks for provisions; is worried over the disappearance of his negroes; the overuse of trains has slowed the mail; soldiers remaine determined; desertions have ceased; Richmond and Petersburg, Virginia, have artially have been evacuated; restraints have been placed on the press; worries about General Sherman are rising; relays news of religion in camp; rains are damaging the roads and is restricting the movement of troops; mentions a victory at Kinston (?); refers to North Carolina Governor Vance's appeal for provisions for General Lee's army; gives news of shelling incident in camp.","Relays news of his move from Petersburg, Virginia; refers to Early's (?) disasterous campaign in western Virginia; gives a description of camp life; there are a number of surrounding forces; sharp-shooters are constantly at work; gives farm advice.","Many railroads have been seized by the enemy; rumors are spreading of Yankees around Richmond, Virginia; it is rumored that General Sherman has been defeated; Confederate troops are hopeful; relays news of his regiment and their fighting; hopes to raise a negro regiment are rising; religious news in camp is discussed; relays news of his time of the picket line; heavy fighting continues around Petersburg, Virginia; refers to General Robert E. Lee's fight with General Sherman; the southern people put much faith in General Lee; intense shelling of cities are occuring; troops are encouraged by victory at Petersburg, Virginia.","Relays news of family visits; refers to health conditions; the Prince Edward County, Virginia cavalry is on display; gives update on crop conditions; insists that Nathaniel takes care of his tobacco; relays news of the commotion being caused by the freed negroes; are having many problems with the Yankees; likes President Andrew Jackson better than President Abraham Lincoln; Johnson understands the negro.","Relays farm news; health problems are prevalent in the family; children's progress in school is continuing; refers to religious event taking place; bankruptcies are spreading.","Is worried and anxious to hear from her family since the war has ended; relays news of sickness in the family; gives miscellaneous family news; life after war is rough; salaries are smaller and prices are higher; puts her faith in God.","Refers to problems Nathaniel is having with increasing debts; tells Nathaniel to put his faith in God; he is doing much better; has formed a Conservative Party in hopes of defeating the new Constitution of the Radicals; relays farm news.","Discusses his move to Farmville and 212 acre plantation he has acquired; matters are going well; refers to Nathaniel's debt problem and the sale of his land; invites Nathaniel and his family to live with him; complains of the cough and cold he has had since the war.","Mentions a compromise made with his creditors; the exchange of land, livestock, and money are involved; is taking advantage of the Bankruptcy Act; his family is sick with colds; prefers staying at his own home rather than moving in with Richard; hopes to open a little school and take in boarders.","Things are going well; gives news of family and friends; relays church news; is concerned about her garden and fowls; mentions how their daughter Minnie and Nannie are doing.","Relays news of his crops and her garden; refers to sicknesses in the neighborhood; updates her on the family and neighborhood news; mentions his involvement in the church; is having a problem with debts; drought conditions and later heavy rains damage his crops; refers to his tenant farmers and their inadequate work compared to slave hands; blames negroes and Yankees for the hard times; there is a lack of both old and new scholars; is unhappy to be separated from his wife and children; refers to the condition of his livestock; gives advice on the raising of their children; is busy organizing church records of membership.","Encourages Nathaniel to keep his land soley owned and not to go into partnership; mentions the numerous problems in the area all stemming from sickness and the Yankees; advises Nathaniel on his debt problems; they must all put their faith in God; death is running rampant through areas of Virginia; his own child had died; refers to the effects of the death of General Robert E. Lee; the search for wealth is overshadowing the need for character; mentions his dislike for the new state Constitution; gives crop news; discussses the many problems with finding labor; relays family news.","Refers to numerous family matters and chores; mentions the quiet Christmas they spent; discusses the health of the family; since negroes are moving further south, laborers are scarce; there is a shortage of ice; gives news of schooling in the area; the mild winter was appreciated.","Refers to the religious revivial in the area; comments on Nathaniel's debt problems; relays family news; drought conditions continue; their sisters are not well and have gone to certain springs to recover; mentions the celebration of their mother's 81st brithday; discusses their garden and livestock; relays crops news; there are a great many deaths around Farmville and Richmond, Virginia.","Is spending time at the spring to recover from her spell of pneumonia; she has also developed breast cancer but hopes the water will cure it; pleads with Nathaniel to watch over their mother.","Reports a death in the family; diptheria is taking its toll on the neighborhood; her health is improving; relays family news; mentions the status of their crops and livestock.","Refers to Nathaniel's school and thanks him for admitting Eddie (?); relays family news.","They are having trouble filling seats of administration in Formsville; carpet baggers and scalawags are only ones avaliable; gives his detailed advice on raising an orchard; relays crop news; the drought continues; his legal matters are not yet cleared up.","Was sorry to learn of the death of their child; instructs them to put their faith in God; is concerned with their sister Patty's recovery; relays church news.","Relays family news; mentions the chores keeping her busy at home; refers to the growth of Farmville, Virginia; congratulates him on the arrival of his new daughter; the weather has been bad; discusses Nathaniel and the teaching he's doing for her sons Eddie and Henry.","Is happy to hear of Nathaniel's good health; relays family news; mentions the growth of Farmville, Virginia; gives details on the schooling of the local children; there is a scarcity of laborers; refers to her chores at home; writes him a copy of a letter informing them of their sister's death; various members of the family are ridden with ailments.","Mentions the numerous chores her husband has recently given her; her health is suffering; relays news of their crops, garden and livestock; updates them on the family news; is upset that the family seldom sees each other.","Questions the progress made by his sons Eddie and Henry in at Nathaniel's boarding school; also inquires about the payment.","Discusses the health of the family; apparently Minnie's mother, Nannie V. Watkins, is accomodating a houseful of people; relays family news; is upset with the condition of her fowls.","Rainy weather is preventing planting; refers to the poor health of the children as well as other family members; relays news of family visits.","Gives details of her trip to visit her aunt and uncle, Nannie V. and Nathaniel V. Watkins; refers to Nathaniel's boarding school; relays crop news; Nathaniel feels he is extremely over-worked.","Updates her on the events at home; relays news of his tobacco crop; refers to the progress of his boarding school and other schooling in the area.","Nathaniel's continuous working is giving him health problems; they are living in extremely hard times; he must continue teaching due to the poor tobacco crops; relays miscellaneous farm news; gives details of event taking place at his club metting; mentions the difficulties in sending his daughter, Minnie H. Watkins to Farmville, Virginia, for schooling; his family is quite poor but happy; believes life for him is worse than life in Prince Edward County, Virginia; does not trust the corrupt railroads; gives advice on his daughter's studies.","Scope and Contents Describes, in detail, their little cousin Asa Watkins; relays family news and news of other children in the area.","Wishes she and her family would move back to Virginia and close to him; refers to the bad temperament of his son Asa; gives details on his garden; mentions how many beautiful children there are in his neighborhood.","Is sorry to hear of her mother's (Nannie V. Watkins) poor health; suggests more servants and family visits would help her; requests that Minnie come to school near him; is doing quite well due to good crops and good health; relays neighborhood and family news; despite the hard times they are keeping their spirits up in the area; mentions a meeting of the stockholders in the Richmond and Danville Railroad; hopes his son (Asa Watkins) will be a machinist as they are so desperately needed in the South.","Informs Nathaniel of the declining health and eventual death of their mother (?); recalls how blessed they were with good parents; refers to the many virtuous qualities held by their mother; refers to Nathaniel's offer to teach his children; relays the studies and future plans of his daughters; is sending his daughter to school in Lynchburg, Virginia, for music training; the hard times make it impossible to visit one another; the crops are poor in the surrounding country; gives family news; goes over financial matters with Nathaniel; mentions his numerous farm chores; prices are quite low for tobacco; refers to his mounting debts; the abundance of lawyers in Farmville, Virginia, is hurting his law business; refers to their quiet Christmas at home; is disgusted with the number of \"demagogues and negroes\" filling the legislature; fears Catholics will be next.","His financial problems continue; apparently, farther south, matters are a little better because speculation and development are higher; his farm is serving as an expense rather then a source of profit; must continue teaching to pay for farm expenses; refers to his recent nervous breakdown due to over-work; mentions the horrors of teaching; relays family news; although he would like to, he is too poor to relocate; refers to his crops of cotton, tobacco and molasses; mentions the upcoming railroad from Keysville (?) to Clarksville (?).","Is sorry to hear of Nathaniel's bad health; has been forced to give up his low profession and concentrate on his farming; mentions his poor health; refers to the troubles of their sister, Pattie Watkins Scott and the nursing of her husband (?); is now taking in boarders and is teaching; relays crop news; is getting poorer each year; refers to an attempt to form a Farmer's Club; deer hunting seems to be the last profitable venture in Virginia.","Gives details of the schooling and boarding of their children.","Relays family news; refers to their good cotton crop in the area.","Refers to her running the farm and matters of the household; is also maintaining a school in the house; mentions her declining appearance; has been forced to raise her step-son Emby (Scott) in a strange manner; gives details of her garden and livestock; is upset that she seldom sees her even closest family; refers to the declining health throughout the family.","Informs him of her father's (?) death.","Responds to Richard's request for a loan; refers to family illnesses; discusses her trip to Texas; apparently times in Texas are not as hard; also revisited Mobile and states its people are \"real Virginians.\"","Scope and Contents Thanks them for sending Emma Watkins to care for them while they are ill.","Refers to the loss of her daughter Lizzie and Nathaniel's son Charley R. Watkins; relays family news; mentions her family's religious practices; refers to the schooling of her children; times have been hard since the outbreak of the war; prices are higher and children are being forced to work; can no longer keep servants. Includes letter from Mary Ballantine, to her uncle, Nathaniel V. Watkins informing him of her sister Lizzie's death.","Wishes she could visit; relays family news; her health is improving.","Relays family news; are having a rough winter which is hurting their crop beds; refers to the schooling of their children; mentions the chores performed by the family.","Often mentions the prospect of Nathaneil's receiving a furlough; refers to a woman's chore of weaving at home; relays news of schooling going on; negroes are fortifying Raleigh, North Carolina; mentions her many chores at home; relays news of their crops and livestock; is relieved to learn that the Ironsides have been forced to leave the area of Charleston, South Carolina; relays family and neighborhood news; there apparently are a number of southern deserters; are having trouble with the theft of poultry in the area; refers to her Pa's effort to get him a substitute; believes the South is fighting God's war; fears Nathaniel will get too lazy; often refers to the progress of their children Charley R. Watkins and Minnie H. Watkins; is worried about Nathaniel's poor health; makes many references to their happy life before the war; is very upset at the number of men in the South escaping their military duty; is upset at the religious unrest in the South since the outbreak of war; relays news of sickness and death spreading throughout the neighborhood.","Encourages him to continue the study of his letters.","Relays family news both before and after the war; discusses money matters; relays news of their provisions in camp; refers to the South's greatest victory at Manassas, Virginia; although the Yankee army is rumored to be quite large, Nathaniel believes they are \"despirited and demoralized\" refers to success in Kentucky; makes references to General Robert E. Lee's expertise; believes an attack of Maryland, Ohio, and Pennsylvania is coming; refers to the North's destruction of Northern Virginia; puts his faith in God; relays news of his company's activities and camp life; is worried about the increased depreciation of Southern currency while prices of goods are still rising; they are suffering for supplies in Lee's army; relays religious news of the camp; gives advice on farm matters at home; mentions his long hours of picket duty; refers to the increased sickness of home.","Relays both good and bad news concerning crops in the area; discusses financial matters; wishes he could visit; refers to the problems of his livestock and negros eating away at his farm; relays news of his crops and livestock.","Refers to his son (Asa Watkins) and his numerous amusements; relays neighborhood news; is behind in his farm work; low tobacco prices add to the already hard times.","Refers to the increasing hard times they are living in; mentions the many demoralized Negroes; her children are frequently sick; sickness is prevalent throughout the South; relays family news; refers to the Southern hatred of Yankees.","Relays news of her caring for an ailing neighbor friends have also been wounded in battle; many horses are dying in battle; there has been an increase of sickness in area.","Scope and Contents An envelope for a weekly offering made by Nannie V. Watkins at Shiloh Presbyterian Church, two school compositions written by Minnie H. Watkins, an invoice of goods bought by Nathaniel V. Watkins, two news items reporting the death of Dr. Elisha Ballantine, a note written by a parent requesting prayer for their conversation, four items of miscellaneous verse and two unidentified fragments.","Including one written February 16, 1866, telling of \"poverty\" and \"straightened circumstances\" and one referring to the death of his mother, Mildred Morton Watkins.","Mentioning measles epidemic of 1858 which affected the health of 18 Negroes and his political views during the war. Also letter from Thomas W. Daniel, Monterey, Virginia, to his cousin, Nathaniel V. Watkins.","Washington College (Washington and Lee College), commenting on slavery and giving advice to his son at college. Also includes letter from Patty Watkins.","Other letters from his brother-in-law Elisha Ballantine, sisters Susan M. Watkins and Pattie Watkins.","Also letter from from Mildred S. Watkins to her granddaughter Minnie H. Watkins.","To his brother Nathaniel V. Watkins from Richmond, 1848, Prince Edward and Charlotte, 1848 and 1850, Philadelphia, 1854, and South Carolina, 1857; to his mother Mildred Morton Watkins from Cuba, 1858.","Includes letter from Nathaniel's mother (Mildred Morton Watkins).","Also letters from Mildred S. Watkins.","Sarah S. Skinner served as a governess in James B. Daniel's home in the 1850's, to Nannie (Daniel Watkin's) and from Martha H. Bliss, Shelburne, Vermont, to Nannie Daniel Watkins, Waterloo, North Carolina.","Including letter to Nancy Daniel Watkins from an old schoolmate about Sarah Skinner, a New England governess, letter from C. A. Watkins of Missouri to his cousin Richard Watkins, copy of will of Henry N. Watkins of Oldham, Prince Edward, copy of deed of five slaves to Nathaniel and Nannie Watkins by James B. Daniel, and letter from J. Morton to Richard Watkins.","Includes letters from Mildred R. Daniel, Lucy Jane Daniel, Charles Read Daniel, Martha E. Daniel, Jane E. Daniel, Patty Watkins, P. S. Daniel, Mollie O. Watkins and James N. Daniel. Also includes simplified genealogy.","Also letters from Nannie (Daniel) Watkins to father and mother.","Letter from ex-slaves who went to Tennessee with Mr. Barbes in 1875. Includes letters from Polly Graham (one of five slaves given to Nannie Watkins on her wedding day by her father James B. Daniel in 1859) and her daughters Martha and Sarah.","Includes a deed for slaves from Mildred S. Watkins, a receipt for the purchase of slaves from James B. Daniel and a receipt for the purchase of slaves from James B. Daniel and a receipt for the purchase of a female slave from G. A. Wilson.","Includes letter from Henry U. Watkins; Nathaniel Jackson; E. Ballantine; Benjamin S. Ewell; Michael DeVere, Edward H. Courtenay, Lawrence Smith (Professors at the University of Virginia); and Richard H. Watkins.","Special Collections Research Center","Ballentine family","Daniel family","Read family","Watkins family","Watkins, Nathaniel Venable","Ballantine, Elisha (Rev.)","Daniel, James B.","Read, Charles Lewis, 1794-1869","Sherrill, Nancy Read","Watkins, Richard H.","English"],"collection_title_tesim":["Nathaniel V. Watkins Family Papers, 1846/1889, bulk 1862/1865"],"collection_ssim":["Nathaniel V. 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His letters concern camp life, religion among the soldiers, his work as a clerk for courts-martial; and he gave directions to his wife concerning the management of their farm in Granville, North Carolina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe collection also includes correspondence of other members of the Watkins family of Prince Edward County, Virginia and of the Daniel family of Granville County, North Carolina. Some letters concern and are written by Richard H. Watkins who served in the Prince Edward Dragoons, 3rd Virginia Cavalry and who was a farmer in Prince Edward County, Virginia during Reconstruction.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe collection includes letters concerning slavery before and during the Civil War as well as letters written from formerly enslaved persons. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles Lewis Read is the father of Jane Eliza Read who married James B. Daniel. Their daughter, Nancy Venable Daniel, married Nathaniel Venable Watkins. Betsey Anne Ballentine was the sister of Nathaniel Venable Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAddition 2008.308 contains material for the Read, Daniel, Ballentine and Watkins families. The donor organized the papers and this order has been maintained.\u003c/p\u003e  ","\u003cp\u003eAsks cousin if he will act as agent for their joint property in Virginia; encloses ten dollars for taxes on this property; tells of wave of immigration to California and Oregon; inquires about prices of negro boys and girls in Virginia; states the price in Missouri; and says this it is too high there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of his arrival at the University, his course load and his lodgings, including his roommate, Mr. Tallaferro (?) of Tidewater; relates his impressions of the University and surrounding area; asks that his family write to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes, rather disparingly, Christmas season in Prince Edward Court House; gives various items of family news; encourages Nathaniel to perservere in his studies at the University of Virginia; explains that Nathaniel has better future prospects than he does.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Tells of trains being occupied with troops heading toward Petersburg and for the Peninsula, therefore he may not be able to travel toward Petersburg or Richmond; reports rumor of fighting near Newport News, but states that no one known anything; hopes that God will bless his wife and children in this trial. Including letter from Nathaniel V. Watkins, Richmond, Virginia, to Nannie V. Watkins, Townesville, North Carolina, Sunday evening, including news of travel to Richmond and descriptions of his acquaintances. Note: Addressed in error to Townesville, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives description of his surroundings and plan for improving camp; talks of possibility of fighting soon on the Peninsula, Yorktown and of reinforcement of Fort Magruder; talks of the food available; describes the officers of his company; requests some items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes his activities, such as standing duty; talks of prayer meetings which are held in the tent of the Orderly Sergeant; states that most of the Officers are pious; writes of potential fighting on Peninsula; requests that his wife and children write him more often.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComplains that he has received no mail in a couple of weeks even though others receive it; talks of the fighting on the Peninsula and their role across the river in detail; mentions his feeling of indifference before battle; tells Nannie not to be alarmed by news in papers, but only to rely on word of those in his company; mentions his deep desire to see her and the children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses possibility that the mail is responsible for his lack of letters; exhorts Nannie not to believe rumors in papers; states that troop morale is good and reinforcements come; mentions that all ladies have been banned from their lines and that most men are well; hopes that all is well at home; tells Nannie how important she is to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTalks mostly about how much he misses Nannie; mentions possibility of fighting in Gloucester Point; states that all men are well except Johny Booker (?) who is being sent to Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes in great detail activities and fighting on the Peninsula; mentions the Yankees' use of hot air balloon and sighting of two war steamers. Including, April 13, 1862, acknowledges letter from Nannie, narrates Sunday's activities including preaching, Bible study and prayer meetings; tells Nannie to have her father take control of their farm; asks negroes at home and sends his love; mentions General Joseph E. Johnston, the Peninsula fighting and alledged Confederate victories in the West.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites of his activities at home; asks father to visit him, says he is a good boy; illustrates letter with two small pictures.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receiving his letters; asks for another letters soon; writes of visiting a sick friend; narrates several items of family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes his surroundings, the big (York) river and ships on the river; (does not mention the Peninsular campaign or his activities therein); asks Charley to watch out for his little sister, continue to learn, and to mind his ma and grandma. Illustrates bottom of letter with picture of a horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives many details of everyday life; mentions that her mother is unwell; describes activities of two brothers also fighting in war; mentions a friend who might be converted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives detail of his activities over the past few days; mentions enemy shelling of Confederate troops on Peninsula on Sunday evening perhaps to lower morale; tells of exchange of fire with enemy steamers; discusses increase in his relgious feelings due to his current situation. Including, April 16, 1862, acknowledges receiving Nannie's letter; thanks her for expressing her support of him and of his cause; asks about things at home on their farm; sends his love to the negroes; expresses feeling that he will be home in six months.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Asks Nannie to excuse the manner in which he writes as he is often interrupted by boys talking to him; acknowledges receiving her letter; tells of great joy in camp because almost everyone received mail; states that mail is an incredible morale booster; asks Nannie to have her and her childrens' photograph taken for him; mentions that Gloucester Point was quiet, but that there was heavy fighting on the Peninsula; reports figures of those killed and wounded on both sides; says that Colonel McKinney of the 5th North Carolina (?) regiment killed in the fight; reports that their fortifications are twice as strong as when he arrived three weeks ago; mentions his view of Yorktown, York River and the Yankee Fleet; gives entire menu of the day's meals in detail. Including April 19, 1862, mentions large amount of reinforcements arriving from the Army of the Potomac and that General Ambrose Powell or Daniel Harvey (?) Hill is in Yorktown; tells of arrival of another first rate married man in his company; relates camp stories; says that all men are well and that he would be enjoying camp life like the others if he had not left so much behind.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAll are well in camp except Daniel Booker who has the mumps; yesterday was a gloomy day for him, but that generally he feels as content and happy as others in the camp; asks for a bottle of ink and an ink stand; says that there is no news of interest because they do not know what is happening on the Peninsula; reports that he receives his Christian Observer regularly and enjoys it as it looks like home; describes a visit in Richmond as the cost of several purchases made there; comments on the cruelty of this war; asks for news of his children and negroes; explains decrease in their rations due to increase in army.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAll is quiet both in his camp and on the Peninsula; notes seeing many transports carrying Yankee soldiers on the river; asks for more news and details from home; mentions his lack of trust in newspaper reports; complains of constant noise, bustle and confusion; asks for more news from home; inquires about his negroes and exhorts them to keep everything straight; writes that he is sorry he didn't see them before he left; describes being shelled by Yankee steamers; mentions increase in religiousness of a friend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses religious activities, such as Bible study and sermons, and mentions that several men have made confessions of faith; gives advice to Nannie on how to handle their separation, educate the children and states that they should be thankful for their fate which could be worse; states that Peninsula is still quiet, but that fighting must take place soon; the men are confident; says that Confederate lines are more strongly fortified than at Manassas and Centreville; army numbers eighty to a hundred thousand and is armed with enough amunition, cannons and artillery; mentions possibility of iron-clads; gives names of commaders-- General Joseph E. Johnston commands Army, General Hill the left wing resting on the York River, General James Longstreet the center, and General John Bankhead Magruder the right wing resting on the James River. Including letter dated April 28, 1862, exhorts Nannie to write longer letters and more frequently; gives detailed instructions for cultivation of his farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes negative, poor morale of men after they heard news of New Orleans defeat; expresses disappointment at increasing amount of profanity among men and that this will not help their cause with God; tells of his visit to Yorktown and Captain Baskerville; states that men in Yorktown are in good spirits, but more exposed to the weather; writes of several religious activities; comments on the beliefs of his officers. Including letter, April 30, 1862, mentions that he could see the enemy when he visited York; states that tomorrow he will have been in the service for one month.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites that they were issued muskets for a forced march; reports that they began the march, but turned back and now remain in camp; does not know reason for march; assures her he will be fine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives details of their march from Gloucester Point; describes hospitality of people of King and Queen County as they passed through; says he does not know reason for leaving the Point; tells of several deserters; gives his love to his family and says they should all be grateful (incomplete).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Now in the Army of the Peninsula, the Grand Army; describes various activities such as listening to sermons, visiting acquaintances in surrounding camps, bathing, and drilling; says his company has been divided into two-- one half, including our boys, to be left artillery, the other armed with muskets; mentions 18th Virginia Company and 23rd North Carolina Company; describes sight of six or seven thousand men on drill; reports that they are having an easier time in Light Artillery than the infantry have; knows nothing about whereabouts of army.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites of news received for Peninsula campaign including names of those wounded in their community; gives much family news regarding illnesses, gardens, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes a miserable march and the manning of his gun; says that men stood the march well; says if he is made infantry he will attempt to transfer to another company; doesn't see how this force of eight or ten thousand can he whipped by any force. Including letter, April 18, 1862, gives instructions of where to write him; expresses concern for those at home due to outbreak of fever.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes the situation in the camp; says that he and the men are well; states that he cannot visit Richmond as he must be accompanied by an officer and have a pass signed by his captain and by General Hill and General Robert Emmett Rodes and this is almost impossible; gives two reasons for officers wanting to keep men in camp-- impending battle and to keep men away from liquor in Richmond; states his desire and work to transfer to another regiment to be in artillery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDissatisfied with his regiment because it is now infantry and because of selfishness at their captain; mentions also that he feels superior and better qualified than many of his officers; states that his friend Doc is at home on a 20 day furlough because of his dysentery (incomplete).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites of his homesickness and concern that he loves her and his family too much, and that he would trade all the glories won in all battles for an hour at home with his wife and children; mentions health precautions of drying his feet well; writes again of his transfer attempts; says that he and most of the men have been suffering from diarrhea.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes in much detail, the daily activities of camp for the past three days; mentions a failed attempt to join an artillery unit. Including letter, May 28, 1862, gives instructions for care of farm; requests more news from home, tells of busyness of camp. Enclosure: Two newspaper clippings from the Central Presbyterian.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSays that he is in Richmond due to a pain caused by passage of gravel from the kidneys to the bladder, a routine and not serious problem among men in the army; mentions a skirmish near the Chickahominy River where the Yankees were whipped; says they have been getting enough to eat despite rumours to the contrary; says morale is good; they are confident of holding Richmond; the tide of victory has turned in their favor and war will be over in a short time; thanks God for protecting his health and family; relates story of a fight where thankfully his company was spared. Including letter, June 2, 1862.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of her letter of May 26 which encouraged him greatly; discusses his dislike of infantry service and desire to obtain a substitute; mentions that he has recovered from last week's illness; gives brief account of fighting on May 31 and June 1, Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks), although his party escaped involvement; gives more instructions of management of his farm. Including letter, June 5, 1862, requests new pair of shoes and blacking. Including letter, June 6, 1862, requests chewing tobacco and a blanket; tells of his stay in Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions comfortableness of present camp compared to some others; describes in more detail the Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks) on May 31 and June 1; notes location of enemy (Union troops); comments on what they gained-- 200 prisoners, a commissary, tents and some artillery; describes prisoners, says that they are not better educated and certainly not more moral than southerners; tells of eating oranges and drinking good coffee obtained from the enemy; mentions death of a man in his mess from having his leg amputated; says that he is very thankful that he was spared from battle; thanks wife and family for all their prayers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been transferred to Captain Bagby's company, Colonel Thomas Goode's Regiment Wises' Brigade; says he is now satisfied to be infantry because it is needed more and is happy to be out of the Chickahamoniy swamps; mentions that brother Dick's regiment is camped nearby and they have been able to see each other.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains family's nighttime prayers for his (NVM) safety; gives news of family members; describes her activities at their farm and general farming conditions; mentions a man from Clarksville who was visiting and buying provisions for the government.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of much sickness in camp which he had luckily escaped; mentions improvements of new location, especially availability of good food; discusses the fact that his regiment probably won't fight soon due to their weakened condition and lack of training in infantry; expresses thankfulness again that his company was spared involvement in the recent battle in which there was much loss of life; acknowledges receipt of wife's letter and praises her support; sends his love to his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells of Doc's visit from Richmond, and thanks Nannie for the clothes and supplies she sent; repeats that it is impossible for him to get a furlough unless he becomes sick or obtains a substitute; gives a new address for his mail; exhorts her to write as often as possible, and to have faith that God's will will be done and will be good; acknowledges receipt of her letter and is sorry to hear that the negroes are sick with dysentery; gives instructions on the running of the farm; describes the helpfulness and attentiveness of woman and young girls with the sick in Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes in detail the health or sickness of various family members and friends; gives an acount of a recent battle (Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks)) which appeared in a letter from brother Dick (Richard W. Watkins).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions that they have moved their camp a mile or so and are now on the James River; says that he likes his officers except for their profanity and that his new captain was generous in granting Johnny Booker a discharge and Abe suck leave; requests that she send Mr. Hayson some food to repay him for his kindness; mentions officers again and gives an unfavorable report, but does say that they are pious and allow the men religious freedom; states that things are run more efficiently with better food and medical care now that they have been fully reorganized; says that discipline is strict and duties light; feels that he is managing in the army better than he expected to; gives more instructions for the care of the farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes a night reconnaissance maneuver to observe the enemies activity on the river (James); says that he enjoyed the experience and getting out of camp; tells of dream he had while sleeping out in the clover which reminded him of home; asks Nannie to write him; inquires after the activities and work on his farm; gives instructions for work to be done on the farm; writes that he is well and describes condition, illnesses and wounds of others; wishes he could be at home; discusses possibility that sickness in camp is a result of lack of vegetables in their diet; tells of eating half-ripe cherries for which he would have shipped his negroes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of her letter for which he had been waiting for a long time; expresses concern for her health; exhorts her not to conceal her problems from him; mentions that he would prefer it if she would live at the farm if she is not too lonely as it would be better for the negores; expresses his growing disgust with army life, the injustices and officers failing in their duties to their men; says he is lucky to be removed from the main body of the army because he is able to get plenty of butter, chicken; gives prices of several food items; says he doesn't understand why there is so little fighting, while men wait ready and die of exposure; describes building of fortifications at Chaffin's Bluff; gives detailed instructions for the running of the farm; sends his love. Includes a postscript from June 27 with news of a friend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives more news from camp; acknowledges receipt of her letter of June 19; sends his love to his family and negroes. Letter is virtually illegible; ink is extremely light.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTells that his regiment avoided a great battle yesterday which occured 2-3 miles down the James River (one of Seven Days' Battles-- on June 30 June McClennon inflicted heavy losses on the Confederates while withdrawing across the Chickahominy River to a new base at Harrison's Landing on the James) because they were on pickett duty; mentions that there has been heavy fighting for the past week; hopes that they are demoralizing McClellan's army and that this will end the bloodshed; notes that he takes meals with overseer's family when he comes out on pickett; thanks God that he was spared; exhorts Nannie to have faith that all will be well; sends his love; gives news of some comrades.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates that he has returned to camp and received her letter; details the battle which raged from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. with a short intermission; notes that there is no definite word on the result, but he does not think they gained much; hopes that they will meet again soon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates that enemy has been driven back and demoralized; says that losses have been estimated at not less than 10,000; writes that his regiment has not participated in any of the battles; describes a feeling of pain he has due to his separation from his family; wishes the North would realize the impossibility of conquering the South; describes strength of the position of fortifications at Chaffin's Bluff; requests news from home about their reaction to the battles and about the farm and family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses his weariness with the war and his desire to return home; states that he thought that furloughs would be possible after the battle (Seven Days' Battles) because McClellan's forces should no longer pose a threat; adds that McClellan's forces were not as devastated as he had first thought; discusses the slow mail service; writes that there were no religious services this Sunday; adds that there have been services off and on in the past, but nothing regular since they left Gloucester Point; states that there is a ditching party working this Sunday, but fortunately he has never been asked to work on the Sabbath; laments that they have been without a regular chaplain; feels that this would aid the men immeasureably; sees the army as a great missionary field; requests a pair of shoes and a box of blacking; sends his love.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of her letter of June 19; notes that the difficulty with the mail must be near her; states how thankful and uplifted he was to receive such an ecouraging letter full of news from home; gives thanks that he and their friends have been spared from the battle and sickness; requests that Nannie answer his former questions about the farm; gives detailed instructions on things to be done on the farm; writes that they are now moving one mile to a nicer campsite; believes that McClellan's forces are stronger than the papers admit, but demoralized; tells how he and Doc (his friend) often exchange letters and talk about their wives which keeps their spirits up; sends love to family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of her letter of July 3; thanks her for answering his questions; requests that she answer his remaining questions; writes that it is impossible for him to get a furlough at present because there are many sick in his company and regiment; states that eight men died in the last nine days; adds that most of their men have been absent from home much longer than he has; asks her to kiss the children for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Discusses his application to Colonel Goode, through his Lieutenant for a furlough; states why it was denied; mentions that he will not despair yet; mentions that he is in very good health and that the new cause of sickness is fever; states that since he cannot come home she must bring the children to Richmond to see him; mentions that they do receive visitors at the camp. Including letter, July 13, 1862, writes of his Sunday spent on watch in the country; laments that he is cut off from all religious priviledges; thanks Nannie for sending so much news of home; hopes that their time will come soon to see each other. Enclosure: July 7, 1862. Pattie Watkins, at Mount Pleasant, Prince Edward County, Virginia, to her brother, Nathaniel V. Watkins. Details the sickness, care and death of their niece Mildred from diptherla; writes how much good it does both her and their mother to receive his letters; gives news of sickness, wounding and death of neighbors and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes his conversation with Colonel Goode and aborted trip to Richmond in search of a furlough; writes that he has asked Mrs. Howlson to ask the Secretary of War about his case; mentions that after denying his furlough, Colonel Goode made a visit to Mecklenburg; believes that McClellan will make one more effort to take Richmond before giving up, either from the James RIver or from Fredricksburg, or attempt to cut off Petersburg; describes everyday camp life; feels that is a splendid gymnasium for young men and invalids. Includes letter, July 17, 1862, mentions another death from sickness; requests that his son, Charley, write to him; gives some instructions for the farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter almost completely illegible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes another attempt to attain a furlough; requests that his wife look into finding a substitute for him as others have them; says he would be able to bear army life better if he could get home for a week every five months or so; tells of his activities in camp; states that the war in Virginia is quiet at this time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses his latest attempt to gain a furlough which was unsuccessful; again asks Nannie to seek a substitute for him and also ask her father's advice on the subject; complains about being kept in camp when they are doing so little, only drilling and ditching; states that they have meat about once a week, otherwise they mostly eat bread. Including letter, July 26, 1862, telling of the hot weather; states that the Yankees must be suffering more from it; writes that General Wise would not let them ditch during the worst of it. Letter is unfinished.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of three letters from Nannie in six days; thanks her and reminds her how much they encourage and help him; tells of the captain's brother who has been spending a great deal of time at their camp both preaching and handing out tracks (tracts); describes the rotation of guard duty; writes of attempts to start a Bible study and prayers at night in the tents, but adds that there are too many interruptions to make this possible; describes Sunday's dinner. 3 pp. AL. Including ALS, [July 28, 1862], adding that he would give anything to see his family, but that a furlough, even if a substitute is provided, is out of the question at present; writes that he likes the idea of Nannie coming to Richmond and bringing the children, as he might be able to meet her there for a day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites that her letters bring him much joy and that his happiness depends on her; adds that he would love to see Minnie (his daughter) as she learns to walk and talk; states thay he would still rather see his wife than anyone else. Including letter, July 30, 1862, discussing his lack of ability to concentrate due to the crowds of men who often engage in profane talk even though he is in one of the most moral companies; describes being interrupted by the field artillery Wise's Brigade which were practicing nearby; tells her about artillery and how the guns work; adds that he is glad she is not home alone.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites that he keeps all her letters and often re-reads them when he doesn't get new ones; describes the say as rainy; adds that his tent is often crowded and he is growing to hate crowds; discuss the arrival of some good food; asks Nannie to send him a box of fruit and vegetables from home to Richmond through a friend there; tells the prices of food stuffs which he feels are high; notes that due to presence of a large army in the area it is difficult to obtain food stuffs; Instructs Nannie on what to do with his flock of sheep on their farm. Including letter, August 1, 1862, reporting that he was awakened the previous evening by gunfire down the river and sending his love to his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of Nannie's letter and is glad because she thought that perhaps Nannie or Nathaniel were sick; discusses sickness of their brother, Dicks, also a soldier and illnesses of friends, neighbors, and relatives; describes their new Methodist preacher; states that she likes their refugees very much; discusses crops; sends her love.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Relates his growing disatisfaction with life as a soldier, the profanity around him and their idleness during the day; writes that he feels like a dying man who must fight in order to keep from smothering. Including letter, August 4, 1862, mentions again the captain's brother who has his headquarters at their camps and distributes tracks to soldiers; again asks Nannie to send him a box with fresh food which is not available in camp; hopes that Aunt Mary will do as his wife has done and entrust the care of \"her boysamp; to the heavenly Father; writes about the Sunday sermon; wishes she could have heard it; asks Nannie to encourage preacher to divide time between their camp and another; says that it would do the men good because although most of the privates and some officers are Christians, the regimental officers are profane and godless men; sends his love.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites regarding the condition of Henry who is sick; feels that he should stay in camp until he is well enough to travel; gives news of Daniel Booker who is on sick leave from the regiment; states that his is recovering nicely; discusses the prices and condition of crops in the area; mentions his visit to Nancy (Nathaniel's wife) and children; gives his regards to Dock and Sam.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of several letters; writes that he is on picket to stop soldiers from stealing fowl; describes activities of regiment; likes peacefulness of forest; wishes Nannie could be with him; discusses again whether it is right to get a substitute; says he does not regret joining the Army and that every man should do his part; states that he is happy with his company; desires only to do his duty and then come home not to win military fame; writes of his new found love and appreciation for his wife; wishes he could be with her. Including letter, August 8, 1862, describing Boulware's farm. (Incomplete.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Notes that they have been living better due to some reinforcements from King and Queen County; discusses Nannie's moving to live with her father. Including letter, August 10, 1862, discussing the receipt and distribution of the boxes of fresh fruit and vegetables which Nannie had sent; mentions the Sunday sermon; speaks of a rumor he'd heard that said he had been discharged from the Army. Including letter, Nathaniel V. Watkins, at Camp Chafin's Farm, to his son Charley Watkins, August 9, 1862, describing his life around camp and asking Charley to be a good boy and learn to read and write.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates that he will only be able write short notes for a few weeks as he will be occupied as recorder for court marshall proceedings with General Evans as president of the court; writes that here had been considerable movements of troops in all directions, but he has not yet heard what it means; describes the passing through of about 140 Yankee officers on their way to be exchanged; sends his love.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates that she thought he had been sick or transferred to Jackson; writes that she is relieved he has not been; states her gratfefulness for his letters which are so full of love and encouragement; gives news from home, especially of children's activities; mentions that she will attempt to persuade Mr. Hines to go to her husband's camp as a regular preacher; agrees that the Army is a good opportunity to do good; says that the negroes would like to have been at the sermon and meeting he mentioned in his last letter; states that she is happy that he is where he is; believes it is Providence and that all is in God's hands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites about how it seems that everyone has gotten home except he; feels that this separation has caused them to recognize and appreciate their love; states that the court marshall is not keeping him as busy as he had anticipated; mentions possibility of Nannie meeting him in Richmond. Including letter, August 15, 1862, describing a good dinner he had the evening before; requesting Nannie to send stewed tomatoes; adding that his regiment is the only one to be doing detached work, the others have all been sent to Jackson; writes that the enemy soldiers are of the lowest classes and that they cannot possibly know the devastation of war which has all been fought on southern soil; wishes for peace now; inquires about his crops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses court marshall cases which are keeping him busy; writes of box full of food which sis[ter] Sue sent; believes that his battalion is being kept by the river for defensive purposes; writes that their separation is becoming harder to bear, notes that he has not been home because he has been blessed with health; believes that they will remain stationary for at least a month otherwise all the court marshalls would not be being held.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the progression of the war; mentions that a North Carolina Brigade (Martin's) is on opposite side of the river; feels that Yankees are waiting for reinforcements before they strike; notes that their numbers are increasing too, but he is not sure where they are coming from; says that he has been feeling a but sick, but it is nothing serious; requests some items he will be needing for the winter; company is again feeling up to par; wishes he could be home for the coming winter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVery pleased to have acquired a new tent, which sleeps four comfortably; remarks how well a soldier sleeps; acknowledges receiving her letter of August 14, 1862; this is a lonesome and empty year for him; Doc (?) has been offered the appointment to Lt. General of the 25th North Carolina regiment, but has not accepted yet; rest of army has moved to other side of river, and their regiment is the last remaining area; Yankee troops have given up the fight for Richmond from below; McClellan has moved his base; says that he is feeling much better since he wrote last; acknowledges receiving letters from Daniel (?) and Mr. Booker (?), who speak of despair in the country; does not yet know when a furlough will be offered to him, but he receives one day in winter; remembers fondly days of abusing the Yankees; sends his love.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receiving her letter of August 27, 1862; glad to have heard from Martha (?); Doc (?) did accept his newly assigned post and is now in Richmond; begs his wife to tell him if troubles arise at home; concerned with their runaway slave Tommy; gives some suggestions for the upcoming harvest; her Pa (?) might consider getting more help, because the negroes \"for their own sakes\" should not be left alone; has received a two day pass and will be going to Richmond to get away from camp; wishes he could break the blockade and go home; asks if his wife and children might come to Richmond; thinks it would be best to sell crops for cash to the neighbors; no war news to report; sends his love.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHappy to hear he has received the box of vegetables so soon; their borther Dick visited but was not looking well; Dick did get several new recruits among the prisoners; illness has struck hard amny of their friends and cousins, but their neighborhood and immediate family are fairing well; have had some severe rains which have damaged Mr. Redd's (?) tobacco crop, but the corn crop is excellent; fruit is scarce, partly due to a drought; Horace Booker (?) was involved in the Battle of Cedar River, and took General Prince.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of the children Charley and Minnie and how they are handling the situation; fears Minnie may forget him; hopes the war does not continue though Lincoln's administration as some tell her; she misses him and sends her love. Including letter from Charley Watkins, to his father, Nathaniel V. Watkins, is having a good time at his grandpa's but misses his father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerned with certain aspects of the war; relays news of family and friends; gives details of crop situations.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays news and health of family and friends; news of the battles of Manassas and Warrenton Springs have reached the family; gives details of crop situations.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes his camp life and the wildlife surrounding the camp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerned with his continued denial of a furlough; troubles with the mail service are arising; advises his wife on farm matters and especially on crops of tobacco and wheat; problems concerning his slaves and their runaway slave Tommy are mentioned; also discusses using negroes in camp; describes his abundance of free time in camp; his court work continues; descriptions of the camp, camp members, and surrounding area are made; camp provisions are discussed, such as various clothing and food stuffs; many religous functions are taking place in the camp; mentions battles and fighting around Williamsburg, Manassas, Harper's Ferry, and Washington; mentions uprisings in both Kentucky and Missouri; prisoner exchanges are taking place; believes peace is coming soon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFears spread of diptheria, scarlet fever, and measles; conveys news of family and friends; news that corn and tobacco crops are doing well; detailed descriptions of making cloth and dyeing are given.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a request for a furlough.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChances for a furlough are becoming slim; sickness, namely remittent fever has hit the camp as well as himself; camp life such as new housing, company provisions, and numbers of news arrivals is discussed; mentions that provisions such as warm clothing are needed from home; concerned with the sale of his slave Tommy; news of the war is increasingly discouraging; details of a new exemption bill are discussed; resuming his work with the court; advises his wife on crops of tobacco and wheat as well as their orchard of apples and peaches; pros and cons of using a substitue are given.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas sent him the provisions he requested; suggests he should transfer to the Prince Edward cavalry, under the command of General J. E. S. Stewart (Stuart); relays family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttempts boosting his morale and advises him on his problems with getting a furlough; fears that the Yankees will attempt cutting off Richmond from the rest of the South; suggests he not purchase any more slaves and instead should invest in land which is more valuable; slaves as a property are uncertain; relays family news, health of negroes and children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays family news; mentions Brother Dick's opinion of General \"J. E. B.\" Stewart (Stuart) and his raids into Pennsylvania; sickness is hitting friends and family hard; there is a spirit of marrying about; prices for tobacco are high; there is a real need for salt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSees no signs of war ending any time soon, and in fact, the North seems even more united; news concerning his negroes is discussed in detail; obtaining a substitute does not look possible at the present time; their new housing has been completed; they are starting up a literacy club to pass time; the weather is getting worse; discusses his limited company duties; describes the court in which he works, speaks of slave use in camp and at the court; relays news of friends in his company; religious events which occur in camp are explained; has been quite depressed; glad to hear of his wife's growing independence; worried about hs mounting debt; gives farm advice; asks for certain provisions from home; frustrated with his continued denial of a furlough; troubles with the mail continue; tells of the blockading of the James River by using both \"sharp-shooters\" and submarine batteries; discusses the extensive ditches and breastworks surrounding Richmond; wishes to sell 300-350 of his 1200 acres; there is no news concerning military battles; mentions the Charlotte cavalry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs very concerned with the fact that his wife has been ill; seeks his wife's advice in many matters; while there is an abundance of clothing, the scarcity of shoes is an extreme problem; unless he receives a furlough, is determined to leave the service; continued improvments in camp are carried out; is quite critical of certain commanders; describes religious activites in camp; relays news of his tobacco crop and its going rate; still eager to sell some of his land and pay off his debt; gives details concerning their literary club; discusses, in detail, their execution of firing drills; mentions the Seven Pines; is coping with the bad weather rather well, unlike the negroes in camp; complains about provisions of beef, pork, and lack of butter and sugar; postage is getting high; frequent resignations of generals are taking place; Pickett's division is moving from Richmond to Charleston, South Carolina; signs of peace are becoming more apparent; there are wide-spread rumors of disaffection in the Northwest; gives advice concerning farm and crop trip are given; refers to his stopping at the Wolf Trap depot; (?) in his part of the army; refers to the Southern Literacy Messenger and claims it is a very good paper; Yankees have crossed at Fredricksburg, Virginia and there is a threatened advance being made by Burnside [?]; troops in Richmond and Petersburg are being moved to aid Gen[eral] Lee; there is also action taking place on the James River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks advice on certain family matters; relays family news; dyptheria is becoming quite common among children; tells of troubles with certain negroes as well as the use of negroes in fortifying Weldon; relays facts of a neighbor's will, including provisions for his children and negroes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays news of brother Dick and his fellow soldiers running the blockade for cheaper provisions; updates her on family news; both the weather and roads are poor; refers to the Prince Edward cavalry and the Lee Guards; the weather is contributing to an increase in poor health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays news of their mother's illness as well as other family matters; the poor weather is contributing to an increase in illnesses; refers to the Prince Edward troop and Lee Guards.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFears his children will forget him; writes of the camp surroundings and the \"big guns;\" wishes his son to learn his letters; has sketched a rough picture of a sickly dog they named Yankee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning his activities at home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs delighted to hear that his wife's health is improving; his chances for a furlough are increasing with the new lottery system; gives details of their shrinking Bible classes and prayer meetings in camp; artillery work is being done around camp; the weather continues to cause problems, especially to their new housing; gives details of the camp's winter provisions; relays stories of his times on guard duty; the size of their company continues to grow; comments on the lack of gentleman remaining in the camp; makes other judgements of camp companies; there is little going on, in and around camp; the mood in camp seems to be low; his health is generally good; gives advice to his wife concerning the next season's crops as well as possible land sale; is attempting to acquire a little negro to care for his wife while she is recovering; their daughter Minnie has also apparently been ill; recommends his wife acquire the Southern Literacy; is unhappy to learn that some of his negroes have been drafted to work on fortifying Weldon; a land dispute has erupted at home which he believes his wife can handle; Southern women will have to accept more responsibility when the war is over; prospects for peace are brightening, possibly by late spring or summer; it is believed also that Lee's army is in better health and spirits than it has ever been; there is a good deal of movement occurring with the Confederate troops; gives details of numerous army and especially naval victories for the South; the union army is rumored to lose 300,000 men by May 1, due to the end of their terms; there is also unrest growing in the northwest and Kentucky, due in part to the raising of black troops; the enemy has also given up on the idea of taking Richmond by way of Fredricksburg. 8 items, ALsS; 2 items, ALs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs worried about the late snow, which is proving harmful to their livestock and planting; whooping cough is running rampant among the negores; and they are beginning to get ill as well; relays family news; understands brother Nathaniel V. Watkins has bought a furlough; gives account of brother Dick's (?) charge of a regiment of Yankees; has heard news of friends in the north; refers to the gratifying tobacco prices in the region.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on making it through the extremely harsh and wet winter, which has put off planting; understands he has received a furlough; they are having problems with the spread of whooping cough.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives a detailed account of brother Dick and his brigade's attack on a Yankee party; this attack was under the command of a General Fitz Lee; refers to a battle at Kelly's Ford, where the Confederate troops did not fare so well; relays news of family and friends, including those who have been wounded and killed; refers to charges made by the Prince Edward Cavalry, and the reactions made by General Jeb Stuart; the family is suffering with colds and the whooping cough; the children, especially the negro children, are suffering the greatest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs upset that he has not received a letter from her as of late; fears the problem lies with the postal service; bustle and confusion are present in his quarters; changes with leadership are occurring in camp; the Confederate army is in desperate need of naval officers; has been in the service for a year now and is growing quite tired of army life; desperately wishes war would end; relays news of certain camp members; gives details of recently received packages from Richmond; receives a furlough for the 16th of March; health continues to be well; states that recruiting is a suitable way for officers to receive long furloughs; there are few men left to recruit, due to the new Conscript Act; weather improves but then grows worse again; no fighting is expected in the area; there is a growing tiredness of war, yet pride keeps the soldiers loyal; relays details of his return to camp; have been given permission to cultivate their own gardens; his faith in God is growing stonger; asks for provisions from home; as well as news concerning his farm; is growing quite worried over the spread of diptheria among children; provisions in camp are becoming scarce; gives his wife some farm advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDue to the weather, the camp, especially the roads, need work; has cut down on his chewing of tobacco at his wife's request; provisions in camp continue to worsen; he refuses to eat any of the meat supplied to the camp; due to the weather and condition of the roads, there is little movement among the armies; have kept the enemy in check during the winter; the cases of diptheria have begun to lessen, and he hopes his family is doing well; planting in the surrounding area has begun.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegretfully informs him of the death of their son Charley R. Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays news of health of family and friends; is concerned about Nannie V. Watkins and her health; the children there are finally getting over the whooping cough, but now suffer with cases of chicken pox and scarlet fever; the planting of their crops has begun; gives details of a cavalry unit from South Carolina which was stationed near their home; speaks, in detail, of a southern sympathizer in Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWas sorry to learn of the death of his son Charley R. Watkins, but is happy to hear that his daughter Minnie H. Watkins was feeling better; gives details of how Nannie V. Watkins is reacting to Charley's death; is grateful that God has spared his own family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWas very sorry to hear of Charley R. Watkins's death; the children there have nearly recovered from the whooping cough.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInforms him that their orders to evacuate the bluff have been cancelled; expresses his regrets at Charley R. Watkins's death; wishes him well and hopes he enjoys his stay at home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttempts desperately to console him; knows how he feels, because her child Lilie (?) also has passed away; hopes the area's health will improve with the coming of warmer weather.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWas shocked and upset to learn of his son Charley R. Watkins's death; attempts comforting Nathaniel; writes of his service in the cavalry and the state of the Confederate troops; states what a great negative effect the death of General \"Stonewall\" Jackson has had on the army; gives details of General \"J. E. B.\" Stuart and his attempts to raise a large cavalry force, including his own, the Hampton brigade, and Fitz Lee's brigade; writes of the difficulties in acquiring newspapers; it has been rumored that Lincoln has called out an additional 500,000 troops; refers to his service on a board which examines and condemns horses which are unfit for service.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInsists that Nannie come and stay with her; relays news of the family; the children there are getting well again; writes of the religious services held in the area; the crops in the area are suffering from a lack of rain; it's been very cool and dry; it seems to be more difficult acquiring furloughs; is having trouble getting summer cloth woven in time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes Nannie V. Watkins will come for a visits and that he will be able to join her; a hailstorm has damaged the wheat and watermelon crops; the corn crops are doing well; the health of the family is generally good; states that she will be sending him provisions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Wishes to visit her sister-in-law Pattie Watkins but thinks it wise to wait until late July or August, when they should be over the whooping cough; their daughter Minnie H. Watkins had again taken ill but has fully recovered; have commenced cutting wheat but the rain is slowing them down; the crops of corn and pumpkin are doing well; refers to soldiers running the blockade and confiscating Yankee provisions; relays news of family and friends; the neighborhood id getting healthy again; deeply mourns the death of their son, Charley R. Watkins; gives details of church services held in the area; states how much his family, the Smileys (his overseer), and his negroes love and miss him; refers to her boarding of Confederate soldiers; has had a problem with one of the negroes burning down his house; is ashamed of the luxury in which she lives compared to the hardships soldiers must face; assumes he is keeping up with his Bible class; expresses her dislike for the \"drinking and profane officers;\" mentions the task of exchanging their wool for cotton; Smiley (their overseer) has been possibly ordered into service, and Nannie will have to watch over the farm; will send him the shoes he needed; has heard that the war effort is going well; Grant is weakening in the west and Lee is in control of the east; is hopeful about their success at Vicksburg and their holding of Fredericksburg; refers to the tyranny of the Yankee troops and the actions taken against the Southern civilians; expresses doubt concerning the actions of West Tennessee; God will see the South through the war and deliver them the victory; the prospects for peace are very bright.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives details of his return to camp following his short furlough; travelled with 500 Yankee prisoners which were to be exchanged; refers to the Yankee raids in VIrginia; his duties in camp have increased; the victory at Fredricksburg was both a boost and damaging to the Confederate troops, due to the death of \"Old Stonewall\" discusses his chances of acquiring another furlough; refers to the dependent condition of their negroes; all the men in camp are in fine spirits; wishes to invest his money in Confederate bonds; is interested in the movement of Pickett's division; poor provisions are being offered to many companies; believes war will end by late summer; writes about various camp members and friends; fears there may be another battle at or near Fredricksburg soon; General Robert E. Lee is increasing his cavalry forces; refers to the numerous Confederate victories; relays the experiences of a Confederate prisoner's stay in a Yankee camp; it is rumored that Yankee's are holding 7,000 negroes on Canary Island; states the Quarter Master is quite inefficient; refers to a Congressional Act concerning provisions for paying off debts; in anxious to hear of matters concerning his farm and crops; fears for the wheat crops in the South; wishes his wife to visit his sisters in Prince Edward County, Virginia; misses his son, Charley R. Watkins, very much; needs provisions from home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Relays family news; gives her reactions to the fall of Vicksburg; refers to the wet and warm weather which kept them from working on the crops; due to the rainy weather, the rivers are impassable; gives details of a company of soldiers and their stay overnight; one of the neighbor's negro woman has run off; have commenced weaving their cotton; are experiencing little ailments, but are generally in good health; wishes he would visit. Including letter from Millie Watkins, to her brother, Nathaniel V. Watkins. Is a little under-the-weather but will write soon and wishes him to do the same.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere was a massive transport of Confederate troops to Richmond, due to a new Yankee advancement on the capital; refers to a Yankee attack of a bridge over the Southhanna River; does not speak well of the general in charge at Richmond; fears Richmond may be taken; states that Southerners are much too secure in their thoughts and actions; is hopeful now that Robert E. Lee has entered Pennslyvania; gives details of a North Carolina cavalry unit's stay at their farm; Robert E. Lee's invasion of Pennsylvania is believed to be going well; papers of both the North and South are writing in terms of peace; men returning home for horses are not finding this task easy; has learned that Vicksburg has fallen; there South must put their faith in God and assume He will make the right decision; is disgusted with those who feel the South will lose; is relieved to hear that Lee has recrossed the Potomac; the Southern people are growing tired of the war; it is rumored that Yankees are advancing on Weldon; refers to President Jefferson Davis' proclamation calling for another day of fasting and prayer; frequent raids are being made by the Yankees; fears defeat; the extreme amounts of rain are causing problems with the crops; gives details of the neighbors; often refers to her dead son Charley R. Watkins and their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; relays news of their family and friends, as well as the ailments afflicting them; have begun hiving bees; gives news of church matters; conveys news of the livestock; mentions the scores of family and friends killed, wounded or taken prisoner at the Battle of Gettysburg; rivers have become impassable; there are many cases of theft occurring; gives details of her visit home to Brookland [?]; refers to the work being done by the negroes; a survey and sale of a parcel of his land has taken place; refers to the cruel treatment exercised on a neighbor's negro.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays details of a visit by relatives; recent deaths and illnesses affecting friends and family are discussed; facts concerning the schooling in the area are given; refers to the numerous soldiers killed in \"the Battle\" (of Gettysburg); relays church news; mentions that state of their vegetable gardens; hopes he is over his chills.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs quite worried about the sickness prevailing within her family; distemper; has killed a great number of their cows and oxen; their crops are suffering as much as she assumes they are in North Carolina; refers to the neighbors aiding them with their recent problems; relays news of visits by family and friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRansom (?) has driven the Yankees from Weldon (?); is becoming increasingly impatient for the end of the war; they have heard gunfire nearby; the war effort is not going well; refers to a gunboat battle on the James River; recounts again how many of their friends were killed in the Battle of Gettysburg; hopes for an exchange for those soldiers who were taken prisoner; believes the South must once again renew their faith in God if the war is to be won; refers to the upcoming \"fast day\" and hopes it will be faithfully observed; is quite worried about her husband and \"the chills\" which he has been experiencing; mentions frequently the number of friends who are coming down with dysentery, diptheria, and typhoid fever; gives a detailed account of recent deaths; recent church news is given; the schooling of the local children has once again commenced; gives a detailed account of the progress in their crops of wheat, corn, tobacco, and oats; there is a shortage in their stock of sheep as well, due to the stealing of the sheep by runaway negroes; often mentions their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; is considering visiting family in Prince Edward County, Virginia; refers to the necessity of weaving their own cloth; mentions the increasing number of robberies in the area including the illegal entry into their own home; is delighted to learn that furloughs are again being issued.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceives news of Nathaniel's hopes for a furlough or substitution; makes many references to their children; relays family, church and neighborhood news; sickness in the area continues, and the negroes are being hit hard; discusses schooling in the area; news of the crops is minimal; refers to troop movement and Nathaniel's move to Charleston, South Carolina; is angered at those young men escpaing military duty; mentions artillery fire in the area; refers to the \"sharp-shooters\" in Charleston; Beauregard (?) will save Charleston; states that \"our officers are strict;\" refers to the duties of her husband is performing; is quite worried about Nathaniel's health; refers to her chores at home; mentions a neighbor's trip to Petersburg and the Natural Bridge; the well-being of their negroes is discussed, as well as the trouble some negroes are causing; relays news of theft in the area; believes the war effort is still going well; reminds Nathaniel to avoid the temptation of alcohol.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays church news; refers to the well-being of friends and neighbors; home chores and laboring on the crops continues; mentions their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; refers to the emptiness of many local stores; schooling of the children continues; gives details of the trading being done at the \"Fork\" a local election is taking place; stealing is occuring by the female negroes; updates on their negroes are made; is having problems finding someone to manage the farm another year; refers to revivals taking place in the army; lectures her husband on attending his Bible class and on the evils of drinking; discusses Nathaniel's hopes of getting a furlough or substitute; relays news of General Beauregard's efforts at saving Charleston; fear of a \"great battle\" in Tennessee is growing; mentions a fight at Chattanooga (?); is pleased to learn Nathaniel has accepted a higher and less taxing position; is worried that he has sent to Jones' Island, \"the most dangerous place around Charleston.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives details of Richmond's and Petersburg's attempt to feed General Robert E. Lee's troops at Christmas; relays news of his condition to camp; is worried about the fact that their caretaker has been sent into the army; the number of furloughs granted has increased; is sorry to hear of the unrest in the neighborhoods; refers to the desertions being made to the enemy; there is a real need for more horses; asks for many provisions; the army appears to be still optimistic; gives instructions concerning his crops; refers to the intense fighting going on around him at Chaffin's Farm and Welson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to the fail of Atlanta; comments on recent Yankee advancements; the chase between Early (?) and Sheridan (?) is ongoing in his area; contemplates and reflects on the times they live in; wonders about the success of \"Old Bob\" (Robert E. Lee) and his tactics of war; refers to the plundering done by Yankees; the cost of a calvary are proving to be too much.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs continuing his religious committment in camp; frequently comments on his hopes for a furlough or Nannie visiting; camp life is often discussed; advises Nannie on what to do with his crops and other farm matters; refers to the fail of Atlanta, Georgia, Savannah, Georgia, and possibly Petersburg, Virginia; spirits are still high and the number of desertations have lessened; is upset over the greed and corruptness spreading throughout the southern people and officers; negroe sales are becoming difficult; believes negroes should be fighting along with Confederate soldiers; flood damage is affecting travel; refers to talks and fears of Reconstruction and emancipation; a delay in payment is hurting the Confederate army; sharp-shooters are mentioned frequently; Richmond may have to be evacuated; feels the war will end soon; discusses weaknesses of the South; provisions are needed; rumors of an armistice are surfacing; feels President Lincoln is reloading his army; refers to General Wise and his hopeful speeches; the local railroads may be taken; gives advice on how to properly raise their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; fighting has increased in area; mentions an exchange of prisoners; refers to the strengths of the armies; news has spread of General Sherman and his march through the South; gives a description of General Robert E. Lee and his command.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs frequently updated on family news; wishes his wife to visit him; due to the recent epidemic of measles, is worried about his daughter Minnie H. Watkins; feels the Southern people are not doing enough for the cause; is quite hurt by the conduct of his negroes at home; gives advice on his crops; asks for provisions; is worried over the disappearance of his negroes; the overuse of trains has slowed the mail; soldiers remaine determined; desertions have ceased; Richmond and Petersburg, Virginia, have artially have been evacuated; restraints have been placed on the press; worries about General Sherman are rising; relays news of religion in camp; rains are damaging the roads and is restricting the movement of troops; mentions a victory at Kinston (?); refers to North Carolina Governor Vance's appeal for provisions for General Lee's army; gives news of shelling incident in camp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays news of his move from Petersburg, Virginia; refers to Early's (?) disasterous campaign in western Virginia; gives a description of camp life; there are a number of surrounding forces; sharp-shooters are constantly at work; gives farm advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMany railroads have been seized by the enemy; rumors are spreading of Yankees around Richmond, Virginia; it is rumored that General Sherman has been defeated; Confederate troops are hopeful; relays news of his regiment and their fighting; hopes to raise a negro regiment are rising; religious news in camp is discussed; relays news of his time of the picket line; heavy fighting continues around Petersburg, Virginia; refers to General Robert E. Lee's fight with General Sherman; the southern people put much faith in General Lee; intense shelling of cities are occuring; troops are encouraged by victory at Petersburg, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays news of family visits; refers to health conditions; the Prince Edward County, Virginia cavalry is on display; gives update on crop conditions; insists that Nathaniel takes care of his tobacco; relays news of the commotion being caused by the freed negroes; are having many problems with the Yankees; likes President Andrew Jackson better than President Abraham Lincoln; Johnson understands the negro.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays farm news; health problems are prevalent in the family; children's progress in school is continuing; refers to religious event taking place; bankruptcies are spreading.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs worried and anxious to hear from her family since the war has ended; relays news of sickness in the family; gives miscellaneous family news; life after war is rough; salaries are smaller and prices are higher; puts her faith in God.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to problems Nathaniel is having with increasing debts; tells Nathaniel to put his faith in God; he is doing much better; has formed a Conservative Party in hopes of defeating the new Constitution of the Radicals; relays farm news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses his move to Farmville and 212 acre plantation he has acquired; matters are going well; refers to Nathaniel's debt problem and the sale of his land; invites Nathaniel and his family to live with him; complains of the cough and cold he has had since the war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions a compromise made with his creditors; the exchange of land, livestock, and money are involved; is taking advantage of the Bankruptcy Act; his family is sick with colds; prefers staying at his own home rather than moving in with Richard; hopes to open a little school and take in boarders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThings are going well; gives news of family and friends; relays church news; is concerned about her garden and fowls; mentions how their daughter Minnie and Nannie are doing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays news of his crops and her garden; refers to sicknesses in the neighborhood; updates her on the family and neighborhood news; mentions his involvement in the church; is having a problem with debts; drought conditions and later heavy rains damage his crops; refers to his tenant farmers and their inadequate work compared to slave hands; blames negroes and Yankees for the hard times; there is a lack of both old and new scholars; is unhappy to be separated from his wife and children; refers to the condition of his livestock; gives advice on the raising of their children; is busy organizing church records of membership.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncourages Nathaniel to keep his land soley owned and not to go into partnership; mentions the numerous problems in the area all stemming from sickness and the Yankees; advises Nathaniel on his debt problems; they must all put their faith in God; death is running rampant through areas of Virginia; his own child had died; refers to the effects of the death of General Robert E. Lee; the search for wealth is overshadowing the need for character; mentions his dislike for the new state Constitution; gives crop news; discussses the many problems with finding labor; relays family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to numerous family matters and chores; mentions the quiet Christmas they spent; discusses the health of the family; since negroes are moving further south, laborers are scarce; there is a shortage of ice; gives news of schooling in the area; the mild winter was appreciated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to the religious revivial in the area; comments on Nathaniel's debt problems; relays family news; drought conditions continue; their sisters are not well and have gone to certain springs to recover; mentions the celebration of their mother's 81st brithday; discusses their garden and livestock; relays crops news; there are a great many deaths around Farmville and Richmond, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs spending time at the spring to recover from her spell of pneumonia; she has also developed breast cancer but hopes the water will cure it; pleads with Nathaniel to watch over their mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports a death in the family; diptheria is taking its toll on the neighborhood; her health is improving; relays family news; mentions the status of their crops and livestock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to Nathaniel's school and thanks him for admitting Eddie (?); relays family news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThey are having trouble filling seats of administration in Formsville; carpet baggers and scalawags are only ones avaliable; gives his detailed advice on raising an orchard; relays crop news; the drought continues; his legal matters are not yet cleared up.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWas sorry to learn of the death of their child; instructs them to put their faith in God; is concerned with their sister Patty's recovery; relays church news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays family news; mentions the chores keeping her busy at home; refers to the growth of Farmville, Virginia; congratulates him on the arrival of his new daughter; the weather has been bad; discusses Nathaniel and the teaching he's doing for her sons Eddie and Henry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs happy to hear of Nathaniel's good health; relays family news; mentions the growth of Farmville, Virginia; gives details on the schooling of the local children; there is a scarcity of laborers; refers to her chores at home; writes him a copy of a letter informing them of their sister's death; various members of the family are ridden with ailments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions the numerous chores her husband has recently given her; her health is suffering; relays news of their crops, garden and livestock; updates them on the family news; is upset that the family seldom sees each other.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuestions the progress made by his sons Eddie and Henry in at Nathaniel's boarding school; also inquires about the payment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the health of the family; apparently Minnie's mother, Nannie V. Watkins, is accomodating a houseful of people; relays family news; is upset with the condition of her fowls.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRainy weather is preventing planting; refers to the poor health of the children as well as other family members; relays news of family visits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives details of her trip to visit her aunt and uncle, Nannie V. and Nathaniel V. Watkins; refers to Nathaniel's boarding school; relays crop news; Nathaniel feels he is extremely over-worked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUpdates her on the events at home; relays news of his tobacco crop; refers to the progress of his boarding school and other schooling in the area.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNathaniel's continuous working is giving him health problems; they are living in extremely hard times; he must continue teaching due to the poor tobacco crops; relays miscellaneous farm news; gives details of event taking place at his club metting; mentions the difficulties in sending his daughter, Minnie H. Watkins to Farmville, Virginia, for schooling; his family is quite poor but happy; believes life for him is worse than life in Prince Edward County, Virginia; does not trust the corrupt railroads; gives advice on his daughter's studies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Describes, in detail, their little cousin Asa Watkins; relays family news and news of other children in the area.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes she and her family would move back to Virginia and close to him; refers to the bad temperament of his son Asa; gives details on his garden; mentions how many beautiful children there are in his neighborhood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs sorry to hear of her mother's (Nannie V. Watkins) poor health; suggests more servants and family visits would help her; requests that Minnie come to school near him; is doing quite well due to good crops and good health; relays neighborhood and family news; despite the hard times they are keeping their spirits up in the area; mentions a meeting of the stockholders in the Richmond and Danville Railroad; hopes his son (Asa Watkins) will be a machinist as they are so desperately needed in the South.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInforms Nathaniel of the declining health and eventual death of their mother (?); recalls how blessed they were with good parents; refers to the many virtuous qualities held by their mother; refers to Nathaniel's offer to teach his children; relays the studies and future plans of his daughters; is sending his daughter to school in Lynchburg, Virginia, for music training; the hard times make it impossible to visit one another; the crops are poor in the surrounding country; gives family news; goes over financial matters with Nathaniel; mentions his numerous farm chores; prices are quite low for tobacco; refers to his mounting debts; the abundance of lawyers in Farmville, Virginia, is hurting his law business; refers to their quiet Christmas at home; is disgusted with the number of \"demagogues and negroes\" filling the legislature; fears Catholics will be next.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis financial problems continue; apparently, farther south, matters are a little better because speculation and development are higher; his farm is serving as an expense rather then a source of profit; must continue teaching to pay for farm expenses; refers to his recent nervous breakdown due to over-work; mentions the horrors of teaching; relays family news; although he would like to, he is too poor to relocate; refers to his crops of cotton, tobacco and molasses; mentions the upcoming railroad from Keysville (?) to Clarksville (?).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs sorry to hear of Nathaniel's bad health; has been forced to give up his low profession and concentrate on his farming; mentions his poor health; refers to the troubles of their sister, Pattie Watkins Scott and the nursing of her husband (?); is now taking in boarders and is teaching; relays crop news; is getting poorer each year; refers to an attempt to form a Farmer's Club; deer hunting seems to be the last profitable venture in Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives details of the schooling and boarding of their children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays family news; refers to their good cotton crop in the area.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to her running the farm and matters of the household; is also maintaining a school in the house; mentions her declining appearance; has been forced to raise her step-son Emby (Scott) in a strange manner; gives details of her garden and livestock; is upset that she seldom sees her even closest family; refers to the declining health throughout the family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInforms him of her father's (?) death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResponds to Richard's request for a loan; refers to family illnesses; discusses her trip to Texas; apparently times in Texas are not as hard; also revisited Mobile and states its people are \"real Virginians.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents Thanks them for sending Emma Watkins to care for them while they are ill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to the loss of her daughter Lizzie and Nathaniel's son Charley R. Watkins; relays family news; mentions her family's religious practices; refers to the schooling of her children; times have been hard since the outbreak of the war; prices are higher and children are being forced to work; can no longer keep servants. Includes letter from Mary Ballantine, to her uncle, Nathaniel V. Watkins informing him of her sister Lizzie's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes she could visit; relays family news; her health is improving.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays family news; are having a rough winter which is hurting their crop beds; refers to the schooling of their children; mentions the chores performed by the family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOften mentions the prospect of Nathaneil's receiving a furlough; refers to a woman's chore of weaving at home; relays news of schooling going on; negroes are fortifying Raleigh, North Carolina; mentions her many chores at home; relays news of their crops and livestock; is relieved to learn that the Ironsides have been forced to leave the area of Charleston, South Carolina; relays family and neighborhood news; there apparently are a number of southern deserters; are having trouble with the theft of poultry in the area; refers to her Pa's effort to get him a substitute; believes the South is fighting God's war; fears Nathaniel will get too lazy; often refers to the progress of their children Charley R. Watkins and Minnie H. Watkins; is worried about Nathaniel's poor health; makes many references to their happy life before the war; is very upset at the number of men in the South escaping their military duty; is upset at the religious unrest in the South since the outbreak of war; relays news of sickness and death spreading throughout the neighborhood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncourages him to continue the study of his letters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays family news both before and after the war; discusses money matters; relays news of their provisions in camp; refers to the South's greatest victory at Manassas, Virginia; although the Yankee army is rumored to be quite large, Nathaniel believes they are \"despirited and demoralized\" refers to success in Kentucky; makes references to General Robert E. Lee's expertise; believes an attack of Maryland, Ohio, and Pennsylvania is coming; refers to the North's destruction of Northern Virginia; puts his faith in God; relays news of his company's activities and camp life; is worried about the increased depreciation of Southern currency while prices of goods are still rising; they are suffering for supplies in Lee's army; relays religious news of the camp; gives advice on farm matters at home; mentions his long hours of picket duty; refers to the increased sickness of home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays both good and bad news concerning crops in the area; discusses financial matters; wishes he could visit; refers to the problems of his livestock and negros eating away at his farm; relays news of his crops and livestock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to his son (Asa Watkins) and his numerous amusements; relays neighborhood news; is behind in his farm work; low tobacco prices add to the already hard times.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to the increasing hard times they are living in; mentions the many demoralized Negroes; her children are frequently sick; sickness is prevalent throughout the South; relays family news; refers to the Southern hatred of Yankees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays news of her caring for an ailing neighbor friends have also been wounded in battle; many horses are dying in battle; there has been an increase of sickness in area.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents An envelope for a weekly offering made by Nannie V. Watkins at Shiloh Presbyterian Church, two school compositions written by Minnie H. Watkins, an invoice of goods bought by Nathaniel V. Watkins, two news items reporting the death of Dr. Elisha Ballantine, a note written by a parent requesting prayer for their conversation, four items of miscellaneous verse and two unidentified fragments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluding one written February 16, 1866, telling of \"poverty\" and \"straightened circumstances\" and one referring to the death of his mother, Mildred Morton Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentioning measles epidemic of 1858 which affected the health of 18 Negroes and his political views during the war. Also letter from Thomas W. Daniel, Monterey, Virginia, to his cousin, Nathaniel V. Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington College (Washington and Lee College), commenting on slavery and giving advice to his son at college. Also includes letter from Patty Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOther letters from his brother-in-law Elisha Ballantine, sisters Susan M. Watkins and Pattie Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlso letter from from Mildred S. Watkins to her granddaughter Minnie H. Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo his brother Nathaniel V. Watkins from Richmond, 1848, Prince Edward and Charlotte, 1848 and 1850, Philadelphia, 1854, and South Carolina, 1857; to his mother Mildred Morton Watkins from Cuba, 1858.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes letter from Nathaniel's mother (Mildred Morton Watkins).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlso letters from Mildred S. Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSarah S. Skinner served as a governess in James B. Daniel's home in the 1850's, to Nannie (Daniel Watkin's) and from Martha H. Bliss, Shelburne, Vermont, to Nannie Daniel Watkins, Waterloo, North Carolina.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluding letter to Nancy Daniel Watkins from an old schoolmate about Sarah Skinner, a New England governess, letter from C. A. Watkins of Missouri to his cousin Richard Watkins, copy of will of Henry N. Watkins of Oldham, Prince Edward, copy of deed of five slaves to Nathaniel and Nannie Watkins by James B. Daniel, and letter from J. Morton to Richard Watkins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes letters from Mildred R. Daniel, Lucy Jane Daniel, Charles Read Daniel, Martha E. Daniel, Jane E. Daniel, Patty Watkins, P. S. Daniel, Mollie O. Watkins and James N. Daniel. Also includes simplified genealogy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlso letters from Nannie (Daniel) Watkins to father and mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from ex-slaves who went to Tennessee with Mr. Barbes in 1875. Includes letters from Polly Graham (one of five slaves given to Nannie Watkins on her wedding day by her father James B. Daniel in 1859) and her daughters Martha and Sarah.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a deed for slaves from Mildred S. Watkins, a receipt for the purchase of slaves from James B. Daniel and a receipt for the purchase of slaves from James B. Daniel and a receipt for the purchase of a female slave from G. A. Wilson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes letter from Henry U. Watkins; Nathaniel Jackson; E. Ballantine; Benjamin S. Ewell; Michael DeVere, Edward H. Courtenay, Lawrence Smith (Professors at the University of Virginia); and Richard H. 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During the Civil War, Watkins served with Co. H, 4th Virginia Heavy Artillery, which became part of the 34th Virginia Infantry Regiment. Watkins appeared to have saw little combat, spending much of his time in defensive positions guarding artillery batteries. His unit was stationed at Gloucester Point (during the Peninsular Campaign), near Richmond (Chaffin's Bluff) and near Petersburg. His letters concern camp life, religion among the soldiers, his work as a clerk for courts-martial; and he gave directions to his wife concerning the management of their farm in Granville, North Carolina.","The collection also includes correspondence of other members of the Watkins family of Prince Edward County, Virginia and of the Daniel family of Granville County, North Carolina. Some letters concern and are written by Richard H. Watkins who served in the Prince Edward Dragoons, 3rd Virginia Cavalry and who was a farmer in Prince Edward County, Virginia during Reconstruction.","The collection includes letters concerning slavery before and during the Civil War as well as letters written from formerly enslaved persons.","Charles Lewis Read is the father of Jane Eliza Read who married James B. Daniel. Their daughter, Nancy Venable Daniel, married Nathaniel Venable Watkins. Betsey Anne Ballentine was the sister of Nathaniel Venable Watkins.","Addition 2008.308 contains material for the Read, Daniel, Ballentine and Watkins families. The donor organized the papers and this order has been maintained.","Asks cousin if he will act as agent for their joint property in Virginia; encloses ten dollars for taxes on this property; tells of wave of immigration to California and Oregon; inquires about prices of negro boys and girls in Virginia; states the price in Missouri; and says this it is too high there.","Tells of his arrival at the University, his course load and his lodgings, including his roommate, Mr. Tallaferro (?) of Tidewater; relates his impressions of the University and surrounding area; asks that his family write to him.","Describes, rather disparingly, Christmas season in Prince Edward Court House; gives various items of family news; encourages Nathaniel to perservere in his studies at the University of Virginia; explains that Nathaniel has better future prospects than he does.","Scope and Contents Tells of trains being occupied with troops heading toward Petersburg and for the Peninsula, therefore he may not be able to travel toward Petersburg or Richmond; reports rumor of fighting near Newport News, but states that no one known anything; hopes that God will bless his wife and children in this trial. Including letter from Nathaniel V. Watkins, Richmond, Virginia, to Nannie V. Watkins, Townesville, North Carolina, Sunday evening, including news of travel to Richmond and descriptions of his acquaintances. Note: Addressed in error to Townesville, Virginia.","Gives description of his surroundings and plan for improving camp; talks of possibility of fighting soon on the Peninsula, Yorktown and of reinforcement of Fort Magruder; talks of the food available; describes the officers of his company; requests some items.","Describes his activities, such as standing duty; talks of prayer meetings which are held in the tent of the Orderly Sergeant; states that most of the Officers are pious; writes of potential fighting on Peninsula; requests that his wife and children write him more often.","Complains that he has received no mail in a couple of weeks even though others receive it; talks of the fighting on the Peninsula and their role across the river in detail; mentions his feeling of indifference before battle; tells Nannie not to be alarmed by news in papers, but only to rely on word of those in his company; mentions his deep desire to see her and the children.","Discusses possibility that the mail is responsible for his lack of letters; exhorts Nannie not to believe rumors in papers; states that troop morale is good and reinforcements come; mentions that all ladies have been banned from their lines and that most men are well; hopes that all is well at home; tells Nannie how important she is to him.","Talks mostly about how much he misses Nannie; mentions possibility of fighting in Gloucester Point; states that all men are well except Johny Booker (?) who is being sent to Richmond.","Describes in great detail activities and fighting on the Peninsula; mentions the Yankees' use of hot air balloon and sighting of two war steamers. Including, April 13, 1862, acknowledges letter from Nannie, narrates Sunday's activities including preaching, Bible study and prayer meetings; tells Nannie to have her father take control of their farm; asks negroes at home and sends his love; mentions General Joseph E. Johnston, the Peninsula fighting and alledged Confederate victories in the West.","Writes of his activities at home; asks father to visit him, says he is a good boy; illustrates letter with two small pictures.","Acknowledges receiving his letters; asks for another letters soon; writes of visiting a sick friend; narrates several items of family news.","Describes his surroundings, the big (York) river and ships on the river; (does not mention the Peninsular campaign or his activities therein); asks Charley to watch out for his little sister, continue to learn, and to mind his ma and grandma. Illustrates bottom of letter with picture of a horse.","Gives many details of everyday life; mentions that her mother is unwell; describes activities of two brothers also fighting in war; mentions a friend who might be converted.","Gives detail of his activities over the past few days; mentions enemy shelling of Confederate troops on Peninsula on Sunday evening perhaps to lower morale; tells of exchange of fire with enemy steamers; discusses increase in his relgious feelings due to his current situation. Including, April 16, 1862, acknowledges receiving Nannie's letter; thanks her for expressing her support of him and of his cause; asks about things at home on their farm; sends his love to the negroes; expresses feeling that he will be home in six months.","Scope and Contents Asks Nannie to excuse the manner in which he writes as he is often interrupted by boys talking to him; acknowledges receiving her letter; tells of great joy in camp because almost everyone received mail; states that mail is an incredible morale booster; asks Nannie to have her and her childrens' photograph taken for him; mentions that Gloucester Point was quiet, but that there was heavy fighting on the Peninsula; reports figures of those killed and wounded on both sides; says that Colonel McKinney of the 5th North Carolina (?) regiment killed in the fight; reports that their fortifications are twice as strong as when he arrived three weeks ago; mentions his view of Yorktown, York River and the Yankee Fleet; gives entire menu of the day's meals in detail. Including April 19, 1862, mentions large amount of reinforcements arriving from the Army of the Potomac and that General Ambrose Powell or Daniel Harvey (?) Hill is in Yorktown; tells of arrival of another first rate married man in his company; relates camp stories; says that all men are well and that he would be enjoying camp life like the others if he had not left so much behind.","All are well in camp except Daniel Booker who has the mumps; yesterday was a gloomy day for him, but that generally he feels as content and happy as others in the camp; asks for a bottle of ink and an ink stand; says that there is no news of interest because they do not know what is happening on the Peninsula; reports that he receives his Christian Observer regularly and enjoys it as it looks like home; describes a visit in Richmond as the cost of several purchases made there; comments on the cruelty of this war; asks for news of his children and negroes; explains decrease in their rations due to increase in army.","All is quiet both in his camp and on the Peninsula; notes seeing many transports carrying Yankee soldiers on the river; asks for more news and details from home; mentions his lack of trust in newspaper reports; complains of constant noise, bustle and confusion; asks for more news from home; inquires about his negroes and exhorts them to keep everything straight; writes that he is sorry he didn't see them before he left; describes being shelled by Yankee steamers; mentions increase in religiousness of a friend.","Discusses religious activities, such as Bible study and sermons, and mentions that several men have made confessions of faith; gives advice to Nannie on how to handle their separation, educate the children and states that they should be thankful for their fate which could be worse; states that Peninsula is still quiet, but that fighting must take place soon; the men are confident; says that Confederate lines are more strongly fortified than at Manassas and Centreville; army numbers eighty to a hundred thousand and is armed with enough amunition, cannons and artillery; mentions possibility of iron-clads; gives names of commaders-- General Joseph E. Johnston commands Army, General Hill the left wing resting on the York River, General James Longstreet the center, and General John Bankhead Magruder the right wing resting on the James River. Including letter dated April 28, 1862, exhorts Nannie to write longer letters and more frequently; gives detailed instructions for cultivation of his farm.","Describes negative, poor morale of men after they heard news of New Orleans defeat; expresses disappointment at increasing amount of profanity among men and that this will not help their cause with God; tells of his visit to Yorktown and Captain Baskerville; states that men in Yorktown are in good spirits, but more exposed to the weather; writes of several religious activities; comments on the beliefs of his officers. Including letter, April 30, 1862, mentions that he could see the enemy when he visited York; states that tomorrow he will have been in the service for one month.","Writes that they were issued muskets for a forced march; reports that they began the march, but turned back and now remain in camp; does not know reason for march; assures her he will be fine.","Gives details of their march from Gloucester Point; describes hospitality of people of King and Queen County as they passed through; says he does not know reason for leaving the Point; tells of several deserters; gives his love to his family and says they should all be grateful (incomplete).","Scope and Contents Now in the Army of the Peninsula, the Grand Army; describes various activities such as listening to sermons, visiting acquaintances in surrounding camps, bathing, and drilling; says his company has been divided into two-- one half, including our boys, to be left artillery, the other armed with muskets; mentions 18th Virginia Company and 23rd North Carolina Company; describes sight of six or seven thousand men on drill; reports that they are having an easier time in Light Artillery than the infantry have; knows nothing about whereabouts of army.","Writes of news received for Peninsula campaign including names of those wounded in their community; gives much family news regarding illnesses, gardens, etc.","Describes a miserable march and the manning of his gun; says that men stood the march well; says if he is made infantry he will attempt to transfer to another company; doesn't see how this force of eight or ten thousand can he whipped by any force. Including letter, April 18, 1862, gives instructions of where to write him; expresses concern for those at home due to outbreak of fever.","Describes the situation in the camp; says that he and the men are well; states that he cannot visit Richmond as he must be accompanied by an officer and have a pass signed by his captain and by General Hill and General Robert Emmett Rodes and this is almost impossible; gives two reasons for officers wanting to keep men in camp-- impending battle and to keep men away from liquor in Richmond; states his desire and work to transfer to another regiment to be in artillery.","Dissatisfied with his regiment because it is now infantry and because of selfishness at their captain; mentions also that he feels superior and better qualified than many of his officers; states that his friend Doc is at home on a 20 day furlough because of his dysentery (incomplete).","Writes of his homesickness and concern that he loves her and his family too much, and that he would trade all the glories won in all battles for an hour at home with his wife and children; mentions health precautions of drying his feet well; writes again of his transfer attempts; says that he and most of the men have been suffering from diarrhea.","Describes in much detail, the daily activities of camp for the past three days; mentions a failed attempt to join an artillery unit. Including letter, May 28, 1862, gives instructions for care of farm; requests more news from home, tells of busyness of camp. Enclosure: Two newspaper clippings from the Central Presbyterian.","Says that he is in Richmond due to a pain caused by passage of gravel from the kidneys to the bladder, a routine and not serious problem among men in the army; mentions a skirmish near the Chickahominy River where the Yankees were whipped; says they have been getting enough to eat despite rumours to the contrary; says morale is good; they are confident of holding Richmond; the tide of victory has turned in their favor and war will be over in a short time; thanks God for protecting his health and family; relates story of a fight where thankfully his company was spared. Including letter, June 2, 1862.","Acknowledges receipt of her letter of May 26 which encouraged him greatly; discusses his dislike of infantry service and desire to obtain a substitute; mentions that he has recovered from last week's illness; gives brief account of fighting on May 31 and June 1, Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks), although his party escaped involvement; gives more instructions of management of his farm. Including letter, June 5, 1862, requests new pair of shoes and blacking. Including letter, June 6, 1862, requests chewing tobacco and a blanket; tells of his stay in Richmond.","Mentions comfortableness of present camp compared to some others; describes in more detail the Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks) on May 31 and June 1; notes location of enemy (Union troops); comments on what they gained-- 200 prisoners, a commissary, tents and some artillery; describes prisoners, says that they are not better educated and certainly not more moral than southerners; tells of eating oranges and drinking good coffee obtained from the enemy; mentions death of a man in his mess from having his leg amputated; says that he is very thankful that he was spared from battle; thanks wife and family for all their prayers.","Has been transferred to Captain Bagby's company, Colonel Thomas Goode's Regiment Wises' Brigade; says he is now satisfied to be infantry because it is needed more and is happy to be out of the Chickahamoniy swamps; mentions that brother Dick's regiment is camped nearby and they have been able to see each other.","Explains family's nighttime prayers for his (NVM) safety; gives news of family members; describes her activities at their farm and general farming conditions; mentions a man from Clarksville who was visiting and buying provisions for the government.","Tells of much sickness in camp which he had luckily escaped; mentions improvements of new location, especially availability of good food; discusses the fact that his regiment probably won't fight soon due to their weakened condition and lack of training in infantry; expresses thankfulness again that his company was spared involvement in the recent battle in which there was much loss of life; acknowledges receipt of wife's letter and praises her support; sends his love to his family.","Tells of Doc's visit from Richmond, and thanks Nannie for the clothes and supplies she sent; repeats that it is impossible for him to get a furlough unless he becomes sick or obtains a substitute; gives a new address for his mail; exhorts her to write as often as possible, and to have faith that God's will will be done and will be good; acknowledges receipt of her letter and is sorry to hear that the negroes are sick with dysentery; gives instructions on the running of the farm; describes the helpfulness and attentiveness of woman and young girls with the sick in Richmond.","Describes in detail the health or sickness of various family members and friends; gives an acount of a recent battle (Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks)) which appeared in a letter from brother Dick (Richard W. Watkins).","Mentions that they have moved their camp a mile or so and are now on the James River; says that he likes his officers except for their profanity and that his new captain was generous in granting Johnny Booker a discharge and Abe suck leave; requests that she send Mr. Hayson some food to repay him for his kindness; mentions officers again and gives an unfavorable report, but does say that they are pious and allow the men religious freedom; states that things are run more efficiently with better food and medical care now that they have been fully reorganized; says that discipline is strict and duties light; feels that he is managing in the army better than he expected to; gives more instructions for the care of the farm.","Describes a night reconnaissance maneuver to observe the enemies activity on the river (James); says that he enjoyed the experience and getting out of camp; tells of dream he had while sleeping out in the clover which reminded him of home; asks Nannie to write him; inquires after the activities and work on his farm; gives instructions for work to be done on the farm; writes that he is well and describes condition, illnesses and wounds of others; wishes he could be at home; discusses possibility that sickness in camp is a result of lack of vegetables in their diet; tells of eating half-ripe cherries for which he would have shipped his negroes.","Acknowledges receipt of her letter for which he had been waiting for a long time; expresses concern for her health; exhorts her not to conceal her problems from him; mentions that he would prefer it if she would live at the farm if she is not too lonely as it would be better for the negores; expresses his growing disgust with army life, the injustices and officers failing in their duties to their men; says he is lucky to be removed from the main body of the army because he is able to get plenty of butter, chicken; gives prices of several food items; says he doesn't understand why there is so little fighting, while men wait ready and die of exposure; describes building of fortifications at Chaffin's Bluff; gives detailed instructions for the running of the farm; sends his love. Includes a postscript from June 27 with news of a friend.","Gives more news from camp; acknowledges receipt of her letter of June 19; sends his love to his family and negroes. Letter is virtually illegible; ink is extremely light.","Tells that his regiment avoided a great battle yesterday which occured 2-3 miles down the James River (one of Seven Days' Battles-- on June 30 June McClennon inflicted heavy losses on the Confederates while withdrawing across the Chickahominy River to a new base at Harrison's Landing on the James) because they were on pickett duty; mentions that there has been heavy fighting for the past week; hopes that they are demoralizing McClellan's army and that this will end the bloodshed; notes that he takes meals with overseer's family when he comes out on pickett; thanks God that he was spared; exhorts Nannie to have faith that all will be well; sends his love; gives news of some comrades.","States that he has returned to camp and received her letter; details the battle which raged from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. with a short intermission; notes that there is no definite word on the result, but he does not think they gained much; hopes that they will meet again soon.","States that enemy has been driven back and demoralized; says that losses have been estimated at not less than 10,000; writes that his regiment has not participated in any of the battles; describes a feeling of pain he has due to his separation from his family; wishes the North would realize the impossibility of conquering the South; describes strength of the position of fortifications at Chaffin's Bluff; requests news from home about their reaction to the battles and about the farm and family.","Expresses his weariness with the war and his desire to return home; states that he thought that furloughs would be possible after the battle (Seven Days' Battles) because McClellan's forces should no longer pose a threat; adds that McClellan's forces were not as devastated as he had first thought; discusses the slow mail service; writes that there were no religious services this Sunday; adds that there have been services off and on in the past, but nothing regular since they left Gloucester Point; states that there is a ditching party working this Sunday, but fortunately he has never been asked to work on the Sabbath; laments that they have been without a regular chaplain; feels that this would aid the men immeasureably; sees the army as a great missionary field; requests a pair of shoes and a box of blacking; sends his love.","Acknowledges receipt of her letter of June 19; notes that the difficulty with the mail must be near her; states how thankful and uplifted he was to receive such an ecouraging letter full of news from home; gives thanks that he and their friends have been spared from the battle and sickness; requests that Nannie answer his former questions about the farm; gives detailed instructions on things to be done on the farm; writes that they are now moving one mile to a nicer campsite; believes that McClellan's forces are stronger than the papers admit, but demoralized; tells how he and Doc (his friend) often exchange letters and talk about their wives which keeps their spirits up; sends love to family and friends.","Acknowledges receipt of her letter of July 3; thanks her for answering his questions; requests that she answer his remaining questions; writes that it is impossible for him to get a furlough at present because there are many sick in his company and regiment; states that eight men died in the last nine days; adds that most of their men have been absent from home much longer than he has; asks her to kiss the children for him.","Scope and Contents Discusses his application to Colonel Goode, through his Lieutenant for a furlough; states why it was denied; mentions that he will not despair yet; mentions that he is in very good health and that the new cause of sickness is fever; states that since he cannot come home she must bring the children to Richmond to see him; mentions that they do receive visitors at the camp. Including letter, July 13, 1862, writes of his Sunday spent on watch in the country; laments that he is cut off from all religious priviledges; thanks Nannie for sending so much news of home; hopes that their time will come soon to see each other. Enclosure: July 7, 1862. Pattie Watkins, at Mount Pleasant, Prince Edward County, Virginia, to her brother, Nathaniel V. Watkins. Details the sickness, care and death of their niece Mildred from diptherla; writes how much good it does both her and their mother to receive his letters; gives news of sickness, wounding and death of neighbors and friends.","Describes his conversation with Colonel Goode and aborted trip to Richmond in search of a furlough; writes that he has asked Mrs. Howlson to ask the Secretary of War about his case; mentions that after denying his furlough, Colonel Goode made a visit to Mecklenburg; believes that McClellan will make one more effort to take Richmond before giving up, either from the James RIver or from Fredricksburg, or attempt to cut off Petersburg; describes everyday camp life; feels that is a splendid gymnasium for young men and invalids. Includes letter, July 17, 1862, mentions another death from sickness; requests that his son, Charley, write to him; gives some instructions for the farm.","Letter almost completely illegible.","Describes another attempt to attain a furlough; requests that his wife look into finding a substitute for him as others have them; says he would be able to bear army life better if he could get home for a week every five months or so; tells of his activities in camp; states that the war in Virginia is quiet at this time.","Discusses his latest attempt to gain a furlough which was unsuccessful; again asks Nannie to seek a substitute for him and also ask her father's advice on the subject; complains about being kept in camp when they are doing so little, only drilling and ditching; states that they have meat about once a week, otherwise they mostly eat bread. Including letter, July 26, 1862, telling of the hot weather; states that the Yankees must be suffering more from it; writes that General Wise would not let them ditch during the worst of it. Letter is unfinished.","Acknowledges receipt of three letters from Nannie in six days; thanks her and reminds her how much they encourage and help him; tells of the captain's brother who has been spending a great deal of time at their camp both preaching and handing out tracks (tracts); describes the rotation of guard duty; writes of attempts to start a Bible study and prayers at night in the tents, but adds that there are too many interruptions to make this possible; describes Sunday's dinner. 3 pp. AL. Including ALS, [July 28, 1862], adding that he would give anything to see his family, but that a furlough, even if a substitute is provided, is out of the question at present; writes that he likes the idea of Nannie coming to Richmond and bringing the children, as he might be able to meet her there for a day.","Writes that her letters bring him much joy and that his happiness depends on her; adds that he would love to see Minnie (his daughter) as she learns to walk and talk; states thay he would still rather see his wife than anyone else. Including letter, July 30, 1862, discussing his lack of ability to concentrate due to the crowds of men who often engage in profane talk even though he is in one of the most moral companies; describes being interrupted by the field artillery Wise's Brigade which were practicing nearby; tells her about artillery and how the guns work; adds that he is glad she is not home alone.","Writes that he keeps all her letters and often re-reads them when he doesn't get new ones; describes the say as rainy; adds that his tent is often crowded and he is growing to hate crowds; discuss the arrival of some good food; asks Nannie to send him a box of fruit and vegetables from home to Richmond through a friend there; tells the prices of food stuffs which he feels are high; notes that due to presence of a large army in the area it is difficult to obtain food stuffs; Instructs Nannie on what to do with his flock of sheep on their farm. Including letter, August 1, 1862, reporting that he was awakened the previous evening by gunfire down the river and sending his love to his family.","Acknowledges receipt of Nannie's letter and is glad because she thought that perhaps Nannie or Nathaniel were sick; discusses sickness of their brother, Dicks, also a soldier and illnesses of friends, neighbors, and relatives; describes their new Methodist preacher; states that she likes their refugees very much; discusses crops; sends her love.","Scope and Contents Relates his growing disatisfaction with life as a soldier, the profanity around him and their idleness during the day; writes that he feels like a dying man who must fight in order to keep from smothering. Including letter, August 4, 1862, mentions again the captain's brother who has his headquarters at their camps and distributes tracks to soldiers; again asks Nannie to send him a box with fresh food which is not available in camp; hopes that Aunt Mary will do as his wife has done and entrust the care of \"her boysamp; to the heavenly Father; writes about the Sunday sermon; wishes she could have heard it; asks Nannie to encourage preacher to divide time between their camp and another; says that it would do the men good because although most of the privates and some officers are Christians, the regimental officers are profane and godless men; sends his love.","Writes regarding the condition of Henry who is sick; feels that he should stay in camp until he is well enough to travel; gives news of Daniel Booker who is on sick leave from the regiment; states that his is recovering nicely; discusses the prices and condition of crops in the area; mentions his visit to Nancy (Nathaniel's wife) and children; gives his regards to Dock and Sam.","Acknowledges receipt of several letters; writes that he is on picket to stop soldiers from stealing fowl; describes activities of regiment; likes peacefulness of forest; wishes Nannie could be with him; discusses again whether it is right to get a substitute; says he does not regret joining the Army and that every man should do his part; states that he is happy with his company; desires only to do his duty and then come home not to win military fame; writes of his new found love and appreciation for his wife; wishes he could be with her. Including letter, August 8, 1862, describing Boulware's farm. (Incomplete.)","Scope and Contents Notes that they have been living better due to some reinforcements from King and Queen County; discusses Nannie's moving to live with her father. Including letter, August 10, 1862, discussing the receipt and distribution of the boxes of fresh fruit and vegetables which Nannie had sent; mentions the Sunday sermon; speaks of a rumor he'd heard that said he had been discharged from the Army. Including letter, Nathaniel V. Watkins, at Camp Chafin's Farm, to his son Charley Watkins, August 9, 1862, describing his life around camp and asking Charley to be a good boy and learn to read and write.","States that he will only be able write short notes for a few weeks as he will be occupied as recorder for court marshall proceedings with General Evans as president of the court; writes that here had been considerable movements of troops in all directions, but he has not yet heard what it means; describes the passing through of about 140 Yankee officers on their way to be exchanged; sends his love.","States that she thought he had been sick or transferred to Jackson; writes that she is relieved he has not been; states her gratfefulness for his letters which are so full of love and encouragement; gives news from home, especially of children's activities; mentions that she will attempt to persuade Mr. Hines to go to her husband's camp as a regular preacher; agrees that the Army is a good opportunity to do good; says that the negroes would like to have been at the sermon and meeting he mentioned in his last letter; states that she is happy that he is where he is; believes it is Providence and that all is in God's hands.","Writes about how it seems that everyone has gotten home except he; feels that this separation has caused them to recognize and appreciate their love; states that the court marshall is not keeping him as busy as he had anticipated; mentions possibility of Nannie meeting him in Richmond. Including letter, August 15, 1862, describing a good dinner he had the evening before; requesting Nannie to send stewed tomatoes; adding that his regiment is the only one to be doing detached work, the others have all been sent to Jackson; writes that the enemy soldiers are of the lowest classes and that they cannot possibly know the devastation of war which has all been fought on southern soil; wishes for peace now; inquires about his crops.","Discusses court marshall cases which are keeping him busy; writes of box full of food which sis[ter] Sue sent; believes that his battalion is being kept by the river for defensive purposes; writes that their separation is becoming harder to bear, notes that he has not been home because he has been blessed with health; believes that they will remain stationary for at least a month otherwise all the court marshalls would not be being held.","Discusses the progression of the war; mentions that a North Carolina Brigade (Martin's) is on opposite side of the river; feels that Yankees are waiting for reinforcements before they strike; notes that their numbers are increasing too, but he is not sure where they are coming from; says that he has been feeling a but sick, but it is nothing serious; requests some items he will be needing for the winter; company is again feeling up to par; wishes he could be home for the coming winter.","Very pleased to have acquired a new tent, which sleeps four comfortably; remarks how well a soldier sleeps; acknowledges receiving her letter of August 14, 1862; this is a lonesome and empty year for him; Doc (?) has been offered the appointment to Lt. General of the 25th North Carolina regiment, but has not accepted yet; rest of army has moved to other side of river, and their regiment is the last remaining area; Yankee troops have given up the fight for Richmond from below; McClellan has moved his base; says that he is feeling much better since he wrote last; acknowledges receiving letters from Daniel (?) and Mr. Booker (?), who speak of despair in the country; does not yet know when a furlough will be offered to him, but he receives one day in winter; remembers fondly days of abusing the Yankees; sends his love.","Acknowledges receiving her letter of August 27, 1862; glad to have heard from Martha (?); Doc (?) did accept his newly assigned post and is now in Richmond; begs his wife to tell him if troubles arise at home; concerned with their runaway slave Tommy; gives some suggestions for the upcoming harvest; her Pa (?) might consider getting more help, because the negroes \"for their own sakes\" should not be left alone; has received a two day pass and will be going to Richmond to get away from camp; wishes he could break the blockade and go home; asks if his wife and children might come to Richmond; thinks it would be best to sell crops for cash to the neighbors; no war news to report; sends his love.","Happy to hear he has received the box of vegetables so soon; their borther Dick visited but was not looking well; Dick did get several new recruits among the prisoners; illness has struck hard amny of their friends and cousins, but their neighborhood and immediate family are fairing well; have had some severe rains which have damaged Mr. Redd's (?) tobacco crop, but the corn crop is excellent; fruit is scarce, partly due to a drought; Horace Booker (?) was involved in the Battle of Cedar River, and took General Prince.","Speaks of the children Charley and Minnie and how they are handling the situation; fears Minnie may forget him; hopes the war does not continue though Lincoln's administration as some tell her; she misses him and sends her love. Including letter from Charley Watkins, to his father, Nathaniel V. Watkins, is having a good time at his grandpa's but misses his father.","Concerned with certain aspects of the war; relays news of family and friends; gives details of crop situations.","Relays news and health of family and friends; news of the battles of Manassas and Warrenton Springs have reached the family; gives details of crop situations.","Describes his camp life and the wildlife surrounding the camp.","Concerned with his continued denial of a furlough; troubles with the mail service are arising; advises his wife on farm matters and especially on crops of tobacco and wheat; problems concerning his slaves and their runaway slave Tommy are mentioned; also discusses using negroes in camp; describes his abundance of free time in camp; his court work continues; descriptions of the camp, camp members, and surrounding area are made; camp provisions are discussed, such as various clothing and food stuffs; many religous functions are taking place in the camp; mentions battles and fighting around Williamsburg, Manassas, Harper's Ferry, and Washington; mentions uprisings in both Kentucky and Missouri; prisoner exchanges are taking place; believes peace is coming soon.","Fears spread of diptheria, scarlet fever, and measles; conveys news of family and friends; news that corn and tobacco crops are doing well; detailed descriptions of making cloth and dyeing are given.","Concerning a request for a furlough.","Chances for a furlough are becoming slim; sickness, namely remittent fever has hit the camp as well as himself; camp life such as new housing, company provisions, and numbers of news arrivals is discussed; mentions that provisions such as warm clothing are needed from home; concerned with the sale of his slave Tommy; news of the war is increasingly discouraging; details of a new exemption bill are discussed; resuming his work with the court; advises his wife on crops of tobacco and wheat as well as their orchard of apples and peaches; pros and cons of using a substitue are given.","Has sent him the provisions he requested; suggests he should transfer to the Prince Edward cavalry, under the command of General J. E. S. Stewart (Stuart); relays family news.","Attempts boosting his morale and advises him on his problems with getting a furlough; fears that the Yankees will attempt cutting off Richmond from the rest of the South; suggests he not purchase any more slaves and instead should invest in land which is more valuable; slaves as a property are uncertain; relays family news, health of negroes and children.","Relays family news; mentions Brother Dick's opinion of General \"J. E. B.\" Stewart (Stuart) and his raids into Pennsylvania; sickness is hitting friends and family hard; there is a spirit of marrying about; prices for tobacco are high; there is a real need for salt.","Sees no signs of war ending any time soon, and in fact, the North seems even more united; news concerning his negroes is discussed in detail; obtaining a substitute does not look possible at the present time; their new housing has been completed; they are starting up a literacy club to pass time; the weather is getting worse; discusses his limited company duties; describes the court in which he works, speaks of slave use in camp and at the court; relays news of friends in his company; religious events which occur in camp are explained; has been quite depressed; glad to hear of his wife's growing independence; worried about hs mounting debt; gives farm advice; asks for certain provisions from home; frustrated with his continued denial of a furlough; troubles with the mail continue; tells of the blockading of the James River by using both \"sharp-shooters\" and submarine batteries; discusses the extensive ditches and breastworks surrounding Richmond; wishes to sell 300-350 of his 1200 acres; there is no news concerning military battles; mentions the Charlotte cavalry.","Is very concerned with the fact that his wife has been ill; seeks his wife's advice in many matters; while there is an abundance of clothing, the scarcity of shoes is an extreme problem; unless he receives a furlough, is determined to leave the service; continued improvments in camp are carried out; is quite critical of certain commanders; describes religious activites in camp; relays news of his tobacco crop and its going rate; still eager to sell some of his land and pay off his debt; gives details concerning their literary club; discusses, in detail, their execution of firing drills; mentions the Seven Pines; is coping with the bad weather rather well, unlike the negroes in camp; complains about provisions of beef, pork, and lack of butter and sugar; postage is getting high; frequent resignations of generals are taking place; Pickett's division is moving from Richmond to Charleston, South Carolina; signs of peace are becoming more apparent; there are wide-spread rumors of disaffection in the Northwest; gives advice concerning farm and crop trip are given; refers to his stopping at the Wolf Trap depot; (?) in his part of the army; refers to the Southern Literacy Messenger and claims it is a very good paper; Yankees have crossed at Fredricksburg, Virginia and there is a threatened advance being made by Burnside [?]; troops in Richmond and Petersburg are being moved to aid Gen[eral] Lee; there is also action taking place on the James River.","Asks advice on certain family matters; relays family news; dyptheria is becoming quite common among children; tells of troubles with certain negroes as well as the use of negroes in fortifying Weldon; relays facts of a neighbor's will, including provisions for his children and negroes.","Relays news of brother Dick and his fellow soldiers running the blockade for cheaper provisions; updates her on family news; both the weather and roads are poor; refers to the Prince Edward cavalry and the Lee Guards; the weather is contributing to an increase in poor health.","Relays news of their mother's illness as well as other family matters; the poor weather is contributing to an increase in illnesses; refers to the Prince Edward troop and Lee Guards.","Fears his children will forget him; writes of the camp surroundings and the \"big guns;\" wishes his son to learn his letters; has sketched a rough picture of a sickly dog they named Yankee.","Concerning his activities at home.","Is delighted to hear that his wife's health is improving; his chances for a furlough are increasing with the new lottery system; gives details of their shrinking Bible classes and prayer meetings in camp; artillery work is being done around camp; the weather continues to cause problems, especially to their new housing; gives details of the camp's winter provisions; relays stories of his times on guard duty; the size of their company continues to grow; comments on the lack of gentleman remaining in the camp; makes other judgements of camp companies; there is little going on, in and around camp; the mood in camp seems to be low; his health is generally good; gives advice to his wife concerning the next season's crops as well as possible land sale; is attempting to acquire a little negro to care for his wife while she is recovering; their daughter Minnie has also apparently been ill; recommends his wife acquire the Southern Literacy; is unhappy to learn that some of his negroes have been drafted to work on fortifying Weldon; a land dispute has erupted at home which he believes his wife can handle; Southern women will have to accept more responsibility when the war is over; prospects for peace are brightening, possibly by late spring or summer; it is believed also that Lee's army is in better health and spirits than it has ever been; there is a good deal of movement occurring with the Confederate troops; gives details of numerous army and especially naval victories for the South; the union army is rumored to lose 300,000 men by May 1, due to the end of their terms; there is also unrest growing in the northwest and Kentucky, due in part to the raising of black troops; the enemy has also given up on the idea of taking Richmond by way of Fredricksburg. 8 items, ALsS; 2 items, ALs.","Is worried about the late snow, which is proving harmful to their livestock and planting; whooping cough is running rampant among the negores; and they are beginning to get ill as well; relays family news; understands brother Nathaniel V. Watkins has bought a furlough; gives account of brother Dick's (?) charge of a regiment of Yankees; has heard news of friends in the north; refers to the gratifying tobacco prices in the region.","Comments on making it through the extremely harsh and wet winter, which has put off planting; understands he has received a furlough; they are having problems with the spread of whooping cough.","Gives a detailed account of brother Dick and his brigade's attack on a Yankee party; this attack was under the command of a General Fitz Lee; refers to a battle at Kelly's Ford, where the Confederate troops did not fare so well; relays news of family and friends, including those who have been wounded and killed; refers to charges made by the Prince Edward Cavalry, and the reactions made by General Jeb Stuart; the family is suffering with colds and the whooping cough; the children, especially the negro children, are suffering the greatest.","Is upset that he has not received a letter from her as of late; fears the problem lies with the postal service; bustle and confusion are present in his quarters; changes with leadership are occurring in camp; the Confederate army is in desperate need of naval officers; has been in the service for a year now and is growing quite tired of army life; desperately wishes war would end; relays news of certain camp members; gives details of recently received packages from Richmond; receives a furlough for the 16th of March; health continues to be well; states that recruiting is a suitable way for officers to receive long furloughs; there are few men left to recruit, due to the new Conscript Act; weather improves but then grows worse again; no fighting is expected in the area; there is a growing tiredness of war, yet pride keeps the soldiers loyal; relays details of his return to camp; have been given permission to cultivate their own gardens; his faith in God is growing stonger; asks for provisions from home; as well as news concerning his farm; is growing quite worried over the spread of diptheria among children; provisions in camp are becoming scarce; gives his wife some farm advice.","Due to the weather, the camp, especially the roads, need work; has cut down on his chewing of tobacco at his wife's request; provisions in camp continue to worsen; he refuses to eat any of the meat supplied to the camp; due to the weather and condition of the roads, there is little movement among the armies; have kept the enemy in check during the winter; the cases of diptheria have begun to lessen, and he hopes his family is doing well; planting in the surrounding area has begun.","Regretfully informs him of the death of their son Charley R. Watkins.","Relays news of health of family and friends; is concerned about Nannie V. Watkins and her health; the children there are finally getting over the whooping cough, but now suffer with cases of chicken pox and scarlet fever; the planting of their crops has begun; gives details of a cavalry unit from South Carolina which was stationed near their home; speaks, in detail, of a southern sympathizer in Baltimore.","Was sorry to learn of the death of his son Charley R. Watkins, but is happy to hear that his daughter Minnie H. Watkins was feeling better; gives details of how Nannie V. Watkins is reacting to Charley's death; is grateful that God has spared his own family.","Was very sorry to hear of Charley R. Watkins's death; the children there have nearly recovered from the whooping cough.","Informs him that their orders to evacuate the bluff have been cancelled; expresses his regrets at Charley R. Watkins's death; wishes him well and hopes he enjoys his stay at home.","Attempts desperately to console him; knows how he feels, because her child Lilie (?) also has passed away; hopes the area's health will improve with the coming of warmer weather.","Was shocked and upset to learn of his son Charley R. Watkins's death; attempts comforting Nathaniel; writes of his service in the cavalry and the state of the Confederate troops; states what a great negative effect the death of General \"Stonewall\" Jackson has had on the army; gives details of General \"J. E. B.\" Stuart and his attempts to raise a large cavalry force, including his own, the Hampton brigade, and Fitz Lee's brigade; writes of the difficulties in acquiring newspapers; it has been rumored that Lincoln has called out an additional 500,000 troops; refers to his service on a board which examines and condemns horses which are unfit for service.","Insists that Nannie come and stay with her; relays news of the family; the children there are getting well again; writes of the religious services held in the area; the crops in the area are suffering from a lack of rain; it's been very cool and dry; it seems to be more difficult acquiring furloughs; is having trouble getting summer cloth woven in time.","Hopes Nannie V. Watkins will come for a visits and that he will be able to join her; a hailstorm has damaged the wheat and watermelon crops; the corn crops are doing well; the health of the family is generally good; states that she will be sending him provisions.","Scope and Contents Wishes to visit her sister-in-law Pattie Watkins but thinks it wise to wait until late July or August, when they should be over the whooping cough; their daughter Minnie H. Watkins had again taken ill but has fully recovered; have commenced cutting wheat but the rain is slowing them down; the crops of corn and pumpkin are doing well; refers to soldiers running the blockade and confiscating Yankee provisions; relays news of family and friends; the neighborhood id getting healthy again; deeply mourns the death of their son, Charley R. Watkins; gives details of church services held in the area; states how much his family, the Smileys (his overseer), and his negroes love and miss him; refers to her boarding of Confederate soldiers; has had a problem with one of the negroes burning down his house; is ashamed of the luxury in which she lives compared to the hardships soldiers must face; assumes he is keeping up with his Bible class; expresses her dislike for the \"drinking and profane officers;\" mentions the task of exchanging their wool for cotton; Smiley (their overseer) has been possibly ordered into service, and Nannie will have to watch over the farm; will send him the shoes he needed; has heard that the war effort is going well; Grant is weakening in the west and Lee is in control of the east; is hopeful about their success at Vicksburg and their holding of Fredericksburg; refers to the tyranny of the Yankee troops and the actions taken against the Southern civilians; expresses doubt concerning the actions of West Tennessee; God will see the South through the war and deliver them the victory; the prospects for peace are very bright.","Gives details of his return to camp following his short furlough; travelled with 500 Yankee prisoners which were to be exchanged; refers to the Yankee raids in VIrginia; his duties in camp have increased; the victory at Fredricksburg was both a boost and damaging to the Confederate troops, due to the death of \"Old Stonewall\" discusses his chances of acquiring another furlough; refers to the dependent condition of their negroes; all the men in camp are in fine spirits; wishes to invest his money in Confederate bonds; is interested in the movement of Pickett's division; poor provisions are being offered to many companies; believes war will end by late summer; writes about various camp members and friends; fears there may be another battle at or near Fredricksburg soon; General Robert E. Lee is increasing his cavalry forces; refers to the numerous Confederate victories; relays the experiences of a Confederate prisoner's stay in a Yankee camp; it is rumored that Yankee's are holding 7,000 negroes on Canary Island; states the Quarter Master is quite inefficient; refers to a Congressional Act concerning provisions for paying off debts; in anxious to hear of matters concerning his farm and crops; fears for the wheat crops in the South; wishes his wife to visit his sisters in Prince Edward County, Virginia; misses his son, Charley R. Watkins, very much; needs provisions from home.","Scope and Contents Relays family news; gives her reactions to the fall of Vicksburg; refers to the wet and warm weather which kept them from working on the crops; due to the rainy weather, the rivers are impassable; gives details of a company of soldiers and their stay overnight; one of the neighbor's negro woman has run off; have commenced weaving their cotton; are experiencing little ailments, but are generally in good health; wishes he would visit. Including letter from Millie Watkins, to her brother, Nathaniel V. Watkins. Is a little under-the-weather but will write soon and wishes him to do the same.","There was a massive transport of Confederate troops to Richmond, due to a new Yankee advancement on the capital; refers to a Yankee attack of a bridge over the Southhanna River; does not speak well of the general in charge at Richmond; fears Richmond may be taken; states that Southerners are much too secure in their thoughts and actions; is hopeful now that Robert E. Lee has entered Pennslyvania; gives details of a North Carolina cavalry unit's stay at their farm; Robert E. Lee's invasion of Pennsylvania is believed to be going well; papers of both the North and South are writing in terms of peace; men returning home for horses are not finding this task easy; has learned that Vicksburg has fallen; there South must put their faith in God and assume He will make the right decision; is disgusted with those who feel the South will lose; is relieved to hear that Lee has recrossed the Potomac; the Southern people are growing tired of the war; it is rumored that Yankees are advancing on Weldon; refers to President Jefferson Davis' proclamation calling for another day of fasting and prayer; frequent raids are being made by the Yankees; fears defeat; the extreme amounts of rain are causing problems with the crops; gives details of the neighbors; often refers to her dead son Charley R. Watkins and their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; relays news of their family and friends, as well as the ailments afflicting them; have begun hiving bees; gives news of church matters; conveys news of the livestock; mentions the scores of family and friends killed, wounded or taken prisoner at the Battle of Gettysburg; rivers have become impassable; there are many cases of theft occurring; gives details of her visit home to Brookland [?]; refers to the work being done by the negroes; a survey and sale of a parcel of his land has taken place; refers to the cruel treatment exercised on a neighbor's negro.","Relays details of a visit by relatives; recent deaths and illnesses affecting friends and family are discussed; facts concerning the schooling in the area are given; refers to the numerous soldiers killed in \"the Battle\" (of Gettysburg); relays church news; mentions that state of their vegetable gardens; hopes he is over his chills.","Is quite worried about the sickness prevailing within her family; distemper; has killed a great number of their cows and oxen; their crops are suffering as much as she assumes they are in North Carolina; refers to the neighbors aiding them with their recent problems; relays news of visits by family and friends.","Ransom (?) has driven the Yankees from Weldon (?); is becoming increasingly impatient for the end of the war; they have heard gunfire nearby; the war effort is not going well; refers to a gunboat battle on the James River; recounts again how many of their friends were killed in the Battle of Gettysburg; hopes for an exchange for those soldiers who were taken prisoner; believes the South must once again renew their faith in God if the war is to be won; refers to the upcoming \"fast day\" and hopes it will be faithfully observed; is quite worried about her husband and \"the chills\" which he has been experiencing; mentions frequently the number of friends who are coming down with dysentery, diptheria, and typhoid fever; gives a detailed account of recent deaths; recent church news is given; the schooling of the local children has once again commenced; gives a detailed account of the progress in their crops of wheat, corn, tobacco, and oats; there is a shortage in their stock of sheep as well, due to the stealing of the sheep by runaway negroes; often mentions their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; is considering visiting family in Prince Edward County, Virginia; refers to the necessity of weaving their own cloth; mentions the increasing number of robberies in the area including the illegal entry into their own home; is delighted to learn that furloughs are again being issued.","Receives news of Nathaniel's hopes for a furlough or substitution; makes many references to their children; relays family, church and neighborhood news; sickness in the area continues, and the negroes are being hit hard; discusses schooling in the area; news of the crops is minimal; refers to troop movement and Nathaniel's move to Charleston, South Carolina; is angered at those young men escpaing military duty; mentions artillery fire in the area; refers to the \"sharp-shooters\" in Charleston; Beauregard (?) will save Charleston; states that \"our officers are strict;\" refers to the duties of her husband is performing; is quite worried about Nathaniel's health; refers to her chores at home; mentions a neighbor's trip to Petersburg and the Natural Bridge; the well-being of their negroes is discussed, as well as the trouble some negroes are causing; relays news of theft in the area; believes the war effort is still going well; reminds Nathaniel to avoid the temptation of alcohol.","Relays church news; refers to the well-being of friends and neighbors; home chores and laboring on the crops continues; mentions their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; refers to the emptiness of many local stores; schooling of the children continues; gives details of the trading being done at the \"Fork\" a local election is taking place; stealing is occuring by the female negroes; updates on their negroes are made; is having problems finding someone to manage the farm another year; refers to revivals taking place in the army; lectures her husband on attending his Bible class and on the evils of drinking; discusses Nathaniel's hopes of getting a furlough or substitute; relays news of General Beauregard's efforts at saving Charleston; fear of a \"great battle\" in Tennessee is growing; mentions a fight at Chattanooga (?); is pleased to learn Nathaniel has accepted a higher and less taxing position; is worried that he has sent to Jones' Island, \"the most dangerous place around Charleston.\"","Gives details of Richmond's and Petersburg's attempt to feed General Robert E. Lee's troops at Christmas; relays news of his condition to camp; is worried about the fact that their caretaker has been sent into the army; the number of furloughs granted has increased; is sorry to hear of the unrest in the neighborhoods; refers to the desertions being made to the enemy; there is a real need for more horses; asks for many provisions; the army appears to be still optimistic; gives instructions concerning his crops; refers to the intense fighting going on around him at Chaffin's Farm and Welson.","Refers to the fail of Atlanta; comments on recent Yankee advancements; the chase between Early (?) and Sheridan (?) is ongoing in his area; contemplates and reflects on the times they live in; wonders about the success of \"Old Bob\" (Robert E. Lee) and his tactics of war; refers to the plundering done by Yankees; the cost of a calvary are proving to be too much.","Is continuing his religious committment in camp; frequently comments on his hopes for a furlough or Nannie visiting; camp life is often discussed; advises Nannie on what to do with his crops and other farm matters; refers to the fail of Atlanta, Georgia, Savannah, Georgia, and possibly Petersburg, Virginia; spirits are still high and the number of desertations have lessened; is upset over the greed and corruptness spreading throughout the southern people and officers; negroe sales are becoming difficult; believes negroes should be fighting along with Confederate soldiers; flood damage is affecting travel; refers to talks and fears of Reconstruction and emancipation; a delay in payment is hurting the Confederate army; sharp-shooters are mentioned frequently; Richmond may have to be evacuated; feels the war will end soon; discusses weaknesses of the South; provisions are needed; rumors of an armistice are surfacing; feels President Lincoln is reloading his army; refers to General Wise and his hopeful speeches; the local railroads may be taken; gives advice on how to properly raise their daughter Minnie H. Watkins; fighting has increased in area; mentions an exchange of prisoners; refers to the strengths of the armies; news has spread of General Sherman and his march through the South; gives a description of General Robert E. Lee and his command.","Is frequently updated on family news; wishes his wife to visit him; due to the recent epidemic of measles, is worried about his daughter Minnie H. Watkins; feels the Southern people are not doing enough for the cause; is quite hurt by the conduct of his negroes at home; gives advice on his crops; asks for provisions; is worried over the disappearance of his negroes; the overuse of trains has slowed the mail; soldiers remaine determined; desertions have ceased; Richmond and Petersburg, Virginia, have artially have been evacuated; restraints have been placed on the press; worries about General Sherman are rising; relays news of religion in camp; rains are damaging the roads and is restricting the movement of troops; mentions a victory at Kinston (?); refers to North Carolina Governor Vance's appeal for provisions for General Lee's army; gives news of shelling incident in camp.","Relays news of his move from Petersburg, Virginia; refers to Early's (?) disasterous campaign in western Virginia; gives a description of camp life; there are a number of surrounding forces; sharp-shooters are constantly at work; gives farm advice.","Many railroads have been seized by the enemy; rumors are spreading of Yankees around Richmond, Virginia; it is rumored that General Sherman has been defeated; Confederate troops are hopeful; relays news of his regiment and their fighting; hopes to raise a negro regiment are rising; religious news in camp is discussed; relays news of his time of the picket line; heavy fighting continues around Petersburg, Virginia; refers to General Robert E. Lee's fight with General Sherman; the southern people put much faith in General Lee; intense shelling of cities are occuring; troops are encouraged by victory at Petersburg, Virginia.","Relays news of family visits; refers to health conditions; the Prince Edward County, Virginia cavalry is on display; gives update on crop conditions; insists that Nathaniel takes care of his tobacco; relays news of the commotion being caused by the freed negroes; are having many problems with the Yankees; likes President Andrew Jackson better than President Abraham Lincoln; Johnson understands the negro.","Relays farm news; health problems are prevalent in the family; children's progress in school is continuing; refers to religious event taking place; bankruptcies are spreading.","Is worried and anxious to hear from her family since the war has ended; relays news of sickness in the family; gives miscellaneous family news; life after war is rough; salaries are smaller and prices are higher; puts her faith in God.","Refers to problems Nathaniel is having with increasing debts; tells Nathaniel to put his faith in God; he is doing much better; has formed a Conservative Party in hopes of defeating the new Constitution of the Radicals; relays farm news.","Discusses his move to Farmville and 212 acre plantation he has acquired; matters are going well; refers to Nathaniel's debt problem and the sale of his land; invites Nathaniel and his family to live with him; complains of the cough and cold he has had since the war.","Mentions a compromise made with his creditors; the exchange of land, livestock, and money are involved; is taking advantage of the Bankruptcy Act; his family is sick with colds; prefers staying at his own home rather than moving in with Richard; hopes to open a little school and take in boarders.","Things are going well; gives news of family and friends; relays church news; is concerned about her garden and fowls; mentions how their daughter Minnie and Nannie are doing.","Relays news of his crops and her garden; refers to sicknesses in the neighborhood; updates her on the family and neighborhood news; mentions his involvement in the church; is having a problem with debts; drought conditions and later heavy rains damage his crops; refers to his tenant farmers and their inadequate work compared to slave hands; blames negroes and Yankees for the hard times; there is a lack of both old and new scholars; is unhappy to be separated from his wife and children; refers to the condition of his livestock; gives advice on the raising of their children; is busy organizing church records of membership.","Encourages Nathaniel to keep his land soley owned and not to go into partnership; mentions the numerous problems in the area all stemming from sickness and the Yankees; advises Nathaniel on his debt problems; they must all put their faith in God; death is running rampant through areas of Virginia; his own child had died; refers to the effects of the death of General Robert E. Lee; the search for wealth is overshadowing the need for character; mentions his dislike for the new state Constitution; gives crop news; discussses the many problems with finding labor; relays family news.","Refers to numerous family matters and chores; mentions the quiet Christmas they spent; discusses the health of the family; since negroes are moving further south, laborers are scarce; there is a shortage of ice; gives news of schooling in the area; the mild winter was appreciated.","Refers to the religious revivial in the area; comments on Nathaniel's debt problems; relays family news; drought conditions continue; their sisters are not well and have gone to certain springs to recover; mentions the celebration of their mother's 81st brithday; discusses their garden and livestock; relays crops news; there are a great many deaths around Farmville and Richmond, Virginia.","Is spending time at the spring to recover from her spell of pneumonia; she has also developed breast cancer but hopes the water will cure it; pleads with Nathaniel to watch over their mother.","Reports a death in the family; diptheria is taking its toll on the neighborhood; her health is improving; relays family news; mentions the status of their crops and livestock.","Refers to Nathaniel's school and thanks him for admitting Eddie (?); relays family news.","They are having trouble filling seats of administration in Formsville; carpet baggers and scalawags are only ones avaliable; gives his detailed advice on raising an orchard; relays crop news; the drought continues; his legal matters are not yet cleared up.","Was sorry to learn of the death of their child; instructs them to put their faith in God; is concerned with their sister Patty's recovery; relays church news.","Relays family news; mentions the chores keeping her busy at home; refers to the growth of Farmville, Virginia; congratulates him on the arrival of his new daughter; the weather has been bad; discusses Nathaniel and the teaching he's doing for her sons Eddie and Henry.","Is happy to hear of Nathaniel's good health; relays family news; mentions the growth of Farmville, Virginia; gives details on the schooling of the local children; there is a scarcity of laborers; refers to her chores at home; writes him a copy of a letter informing them of their sister's death; various members of the family are ridden with ailments.","Mentions the numerous chores her husband has recently given her; her health is suffering; relays news of their crops, garden and livestock; updates them on the family news; is upset that the family seldom sees each other.","Questions the progress made by his sons Eddie and Henry in at Nathaniel's boarding school; also inquires about the payment.","Discusses the health of the family; apparently Minnie's mother, Nannie V. Watkins, is accomodating a houseful of people; relays family news; is upset with the condition of her fowls.","Rainy weather is preventing planting; refers to the poor health of the children as well as other family members; relays news of family visits.","Gives details of her trip to visit her aunt and uncle, Nannie V. and Nathaniel V. Watkins; refers to Nathaniel's boarding school; relays crop news; Nathaniel feels he is extremely over-worked.","Updates her on the events at home; relays news of his tobacco crop; refers to the progress of his boarding school and other schooling in the area.","Nathaniel's continuous working is giving him health problems; they are living in extremely hard times; he must continue teaching due to the poor tobacco crops; relays miscellaneous farm news; gives details of event taking place at his club metting; mentions the difficulties in sending his daughter, Minnie H. Watkins to Farmville, Virginia, for schooling; his family is quite poor but happy; believes life for him is worse than life in Prince Edward County, Virginia; does not trust the corrupt railroads; gives advice on his daughter's studies.","Scope and Contents Describes, in detail, their little cousin Asa Watkins; relays family news and news of other children in the area.","Wishes she and her family would move back to Virginia and close to him; refers to the bad temperament of his son Asa; gives details on his garden; mentions how many beautiful children there are in his neighborhood.","Is sorry to hear of her mother's (Nannie V. Watkins) poor health; suggests more servants and family visits would help her; requests that Minnie come to school near him; is doing quite well due to good crops and good health; relays neighborhood and family news; despite the hard times they are keeping their spirits up in the area; mentions a meeting of the stockholders in the Richmond and Danville Railroad; hopes his son (Asa Watkins) will be a machinist as they are so desperately needed in the South.","Informs Nathaniel of the declining health and eventual death of their mother (?); recalls how blessed they were with good parents; refers to the many virtuous qualities held by their mother; refers to Nathaniel's offer to teach his children; relays the studies and future plans of his daughters; is sending his daughter to school in Lynchburg, Virginia, for music training; the hard times make it impossible to visit one another; the crops are poor in the surrounding country; gives family news; goes over financial matters with Nathaniel; mentions his numerous farm chores; prices are quite low for tobacco; refers to his mounting debts; the abundance of lawyers in Farmville, Virginia, is hurting his law business; refers to their quiet Christmas at home; is disgusted with the number of \"demagogues and negroes\" filling the legislature; fears Catholics will be next.","His financial problems continue; apparently, farther south, matters are a little better because speculation and development are higher; his farm is serving as an expense rather then a source of profit; must continue teaching to pay for farm expenses; refers to his recent nervous breakdown due to over-work; mentions the horrors of teaching; relays family news; although he would like to, he is too poor to relocate; refers to his crops of cotton, tobacco and molasses; mentions the upcoming railroad from Keysville (?) to Clarksville (?).","Is sorry to hear of Nathaniel's bad health; has been forced to give up his low profession and concentrate on his farming; mentions his poor health; refers to the troubles of their sister, Pattie Watkins Scott and the nursing of her husband (?); is now taking in boarders and is teaching; relays crop news; is getting poorer each year; refers to an attempt to form a Farmer's Club; deer hunting seems to be the last profitable venture in Virginia.","Gives details of the schooling and boarding of their children.","Relays family news; refers to their good cotton crop in the area.","Refers to her running the farm and matters of the household; is also maintaining a school in the house; mentions her declining appearance; has been forced to raise her step-son Emby (Scott) in a strange manner; gives details of her garden and livestock; is upset that she seldom sees her even closest family; refers to the declining health throughout the family.","Informs him of her father's (?) death.","Responds to Richard's request for a loan; refers to family illnesses; discusses her trip to Texas; apparently times in Texas are not as hard; also revisited Mobile and states its people are \"real Virginians.\"","Scope and Contents Thanks them for sending Emma Watkins to care for them while they are ill.","Refers to the loss of her daughter Lizzie and Nathaniel's son Charley R. Watkins; relays family news; mentions her family's religious practices; refers to the schooling of her children; times have been hard since the outbreak of the war; prices are higher and children are being forced to work; can no longer keep servants. Includes letter from Mary Ballantine, to her uncle, Nathaniel V. Watkins informing him of her sister Lizzie's death.","Wishes she could visit; relays family news; her health is improving.","Relays family news; are having a rough winter which is hurting their crop beds; refers to the schooling of their children; mentions the chores performed by the family.","Often mentions the prospect of Nathaneil's receiving a furlough; refers to a woman's chore of weaving at home; relays news of schooling going on; negroes are fortifying Raleigh, North Carolina; mentions her many chores at home; relays news of their crops and livestock; is relieved to learn that the Ironsides have been forced to leave the area of Charleston, South Carolina; relays family and neighborhood news; there apparently are a number of southern deserters; are having trouble with the theft of poultry in the area; refers to her Pa's effort to get him a substitute; believes the South is fighting God's war; fears Nathaniel will get too lazy; often refers to the progress of their children Charley R. Watkins and Minnie H. Watkins; is worried about Nathaniel's poor health; makes many references to their happy life before the war; is very upset at the number of men in the South escaping their military duty; is upset at the religious unrest in the South since the outbreak of war; relays news of sickness and death spreading throughout the neighborhood.","Encourages him to continue the study of his letters.","Relays family news both before and after the war; discusses money matters; relays news of their provisions in camp; refers to the South's greatest victory at Manassas, Virginia; although the Yankee army is rumored to be quite large, Nathaniel believes they are \"despirited and demoralized\" refers to success in Kentucky; makes references to General Robert E. Lee's expertise; believes an attack of Maryland, Ohio, and Pennsylvania is coming; refers to the North's destruction of Northern Virginia; puts his faith in God; relays news of his company's activities and camp life; is worried about the increased depreciation of Southern currency while prices of goods are still rising; they are suffering for supplies in Lee's army; relays religious news of the camp; gives advice on farm matters at home; mentions his long hours of picket duty; refers to the increased sickness of home.","Relays both good and bad news concerning crops in the area; discusses financial matters; wishes he could visit; refers to the problems of his livestock and negros eating away at his farm; relays news of his crops and livestock.","Refers to his son (Asa Watkins) and his numerous amusements; relays neighborhood news; is behind in his farm work; low tobacco prices add to the already hard times.","Refers to the increasing hard times they are living in; mentions the many demoralized Negroes; her children are frequently sick; sickness is prevalent throughout the South; relays family news; refers to the Southern hatred of Yankees.","Relays news of her caring for an ailing neighbor friends have also been wounded in battle; many horses are dying in battle; there has been an increase of sickness in area.","Scope and Contents An envelope for a weekly offering made by Nannie V. Watkins at Shiloh Presbyterian Church, two school compositions written by Minnie H. Watkins, an invoice of goods bought by Nathaniel V. Watkins, two news items reporting the death of Dr. Elisha Ballantine, a note written by a parent requesting prayer for their conversation, four items of miscellaneous verse and two unidentified fragments.","Including one written February 16, 1866, telling of \"poverty\" and \"straightened circumstances\" and one referring to the death of his mother, Mildred Morton Watkins.","Mentioning measles epidemic of 1858 which affected the health of 18 Negroes and his political views during the war. Also letter from Thomas W. Daniel, Monterey, Virginia, to his cousin, Nathaniel V. Watkins.","Washington College (Washington and Lee College), commenting on slavery and giving advice to his son at college. Also includes letter from Patty Watkins.","Other letters from his brother-in-law Elisha Ballantine, sisters Susan M. Watkins and Pattie Watkins.","Also letter from from Mildred S. Watkins to her granddaughter Minnie H. Watkins.","To his brother Nathaniel V. Watkins from Richmond, 1848, Prince Edward and Charlotte, 1848 and 1850, Philadelphia, 1854, and South Carolina, 1857; to his mother Mildred Morton Watkins from Cuba, 1858.","Includes letter from Nathaniel's mother (Mildred Morton Watkins).","Also letters from Mildred S. Watkins.","Sarah S. Skinner served as a governess in James B. Daniel's home in the 1850's, to Nannie (Daniel Watkin's) and from Martha H. Bliss, Shelburne, Vermont, to Nannie Daniel Watkins, Waterloo, North Carolina.","Including letter to Nancy Daniel Watkins from an old schoolmate about Sarah Skinner, a New England governess, letter from C. A. Watkins of Missouri to his cousin Richard Watkins, copy of will of Henry N. Watkins of Oldham, Prince Edward, copy of deed of five slaves to Nathaniel and Nannie Watkins by James B. Daniel, and letter from J. Morton to Richard Watkins.","Includes letters from Mildred R. Daniel, Lucy Jane Daniel, Charles Read Daniel, Martha E. Daniel, Jane E. Daniel, Patty Watkins, P. S. Daniel, Mollie O. Watkins and James N. Daniel. Also includes simplified genealogy.","Also letters from Nannie (Daniel) Watkins to father and mother.","Letter from ex-slaves who went to Tennessee with Mr. Barbes in 1875. Includes letters from Polly Graham (one of five slaves given to Nannie Watkins on her wedding day by her father James B. Daniel in 1859) and her daughters Martha and Sarah.","Includes a deed for slaves from Mildred S. Watkins, a receipt for the purchase of slaves from James B. Daniel and a receipt for the purchase of slaves from James B. Daniel and a receipt for the purchase of a female slave from G. A. Wilson.","Includes letter from Henry U. Watkins; Nathaniel Jackson; E. Ballantine; Benjamin S. Ewell; Michael DeVere, Edward H. 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His best known works are WINNING OR LOSING?: A STORY OF THE WEST VIRGINIA HILLS (1901); LAND OF THE LAUREL: A STORY OF THE ALLEGHANIES (1903); UNDER THE COTTONWOODS: A SKETCH OF LIFE ON A PRAIRIE HOMESTEAD (1900); and histories of Preston, Pendleton, and Monroe counties. The collection also includes a manuscript temperance paper, \"The Meridian Temperance Banner,\" 1880; and a list of marriage bonds for Monroe County, 1799-1846.\u003c/p\u003e","label":"Abstract Or Scope"}},"breadcrumbs":{"id":"https://search.arvasarchive.org/catalog/wvmturhc_repositories_2_resources_4435#breadcrumbs","type":"document_value","attributes":{"value":{"id":"wvmturhc_repositories_2_resources_4435","ead_ssi":"wvmturhc_repositories_2_resources_4435","_root_":"wvmturhc_repositories_2_resources_4435","_nest_parent_":"wvmturhc_repositories_2_resources_4435","ead_source_url_ssi":"data/oai/WVU/repositories_2_resources_4435.xml","aspace_url_ssi":"https://archives.lib.wvu.edu/ark:/99999/198046","title_ssm":["Oren F. 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Manuscripts, ca. 1875-1926 (boxes 1-4) \nSeries 2. Essays, Lectures, and Stories, ca. 1875-1926 (box 4) \nSeries 3. Notes, Sketch Books, and Other Material, ca. 1875-1926 (box 5) \nSeries 4. Source Materials and Diaries, ca. 1799-1846, 1875-1926 (box 6)","This series includes assorted book drafts and notes for published and proposed novels, histories, and other works, including \"Under the Cottonwoods: A Sketch of Life on a Prairie Homestead;\" \"Winning or Losing?: A Story of the West Virginia Hills;\" and \"Schooldays at Northwest.\"","This series includes stories, essays, and lectures potentially written by Morton.","This series includes assorted library and historical notes, sketch books, and other material regarding the history of West Virginia, Virginia, and various counties; world history; and other assorted topics.","This series includes source materials gathered by Morton for writing, including newspaper clippings, marriage bonds, memorandum books, and other ephemera. Also included are several diaries and records of Morton's book business.","Permission to publish or reproduce is required from the copyright holder. For more information, please see the Permissions and Copyright page on the West Virginia and Regional History Center website.","West Virginia and Regional History Center / West Virginia University / 1549 University Avenue / P.O. Box 6069 / Morgantown, WV 26506-6069 / Phone: 304-293-3536  / URL: West Virginia \u0026 Regional History Center","West Virginia and Regional History Center","Morton, Oren F., 1857-1926","English"],"collection_title_tesim":["Oren F. Morton (1857-1926) Papers, 1799/1926"],"collection_ssim":["Oren F. 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The second page of the document details the current standing of cadet Hunt's debt with the school as well as his payment from the United States government.","The receipt made on behalf of a $2.25 purchase from Philip Hefs for materials for the harbor of St. Louis, MO and the Mississippi River on March 31, 1838. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","The receipt made for a $12.42 taxation on Titus Hale for access  the Mississippi River on April 30, 1838. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","The receipt made for a $81.63 and $39.38 taxation on B. Brown for access the harbor of St. Louis, MO and the Mississippi River in May of 1838. The charges are for anchored boats and the access of stone drills. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","The receipt made for a $47.50 purchase from J. Swan of the steamboat \"St. Louis\" for materials for the improvement the Mississippi River on June 12, 1838. The purchase is for 10 bales of oakum stored aboard, as well as a \"dragage\" fee. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","The receipt made for a $3.50 taxation on Leander A. Williams for access  the Mississippi River on July 21, 1838. The tax is levied on 500 bricks stored aboard to be used to construct a chimney for a blacksmith shop. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","This is a personal check made out to Robert E. Lee for $25 on June 11, 1839. The check is from the Bank of the State of Missouri based in St. Louis, MO.","The receipt made for a $44.66 taxation on E. A. Tracy for access  the Mississippi River on August 14, 1839. The tax is levied on 2 sacks of coffee stored aboard. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","This is a receipt for assorted materials to be used in the construction of Fort Hudson in New York. The material was received by Captain R. E. Lee on behalf of the US Corps of Engineers for the sum of $25.34. The material included pick axes, water pails, and various construction materials. The materials were purchased from James C. Curch.","This is a personal check made out by Robert E. Lee to Henry Weaver for the sum of $12.37. It comes from the New York Bank of Commerce and is dated September 30, 1841. The subject line reads as for Fort LaFayette.","This contains a ledger page used by Robert E. Lee as agent for Fort Lafayette. He used the ledger to record the acquisition and dispensation of debts and funds for the fort, and by extension the US government. The stated balance due to the government was $604.96 on July 7, 1843. These records were taken while Lee was serving in the US Army Corps of Engineers.","This contains a ledger page used by Robert E. Lee as agent for Battery Hudson. He used the ledger to record the acquisition and dispensation of debts and funds for the fort, and by extension the US government. The stated balance due to the government was $648.77 on June 30, 1844. These records were taken while Lee was serving in the US Army Corps of Engineers.","Various copies of the same will written by Robert E. Lee in 1846. In it he details the distribution of his estate after his death. He leaves the entirity of it to his wife, Mary Custis Lee, and subsequently his children after her death. It also includes a Schedule of Property primarily consisting of stocks and shares own in assorted establishments such as the Bank of Virginia, James River and Kanawka Company, and the National Theatre.  These are all assigned corresponding monetary values, totalling in an estate of $38,750.00. It also details land division amongst his childre.","This is a written persmission for Cadet Samuels at West Point Military Academy to leave the academy to go to the hospital and seek out help from a dentist on April 15, 1853 by Robert E. Lee.","This ledger page is from the treasury of the US Militart Academy at West Point. It details various articles acquired by the academy and their corresponding price and quantities. It is initialed by Robert E. Lee for approval, as he was serving as Superintendent of the academy at the time. The lower half of the page includes, in red ink, details highlighting the relevance of the initials. These details were likely added years later.","The reverse side of the page consists of a table of expenses used for the academy.","This document contains a complete list of all bonds, shares, and stocks in the ownership of Robert E. Lee. Each stock or bond lists the date of its purchase and date of maturity where applicable. It also details the monetary value of the stocks.","This is the official commission by the United States Army extended to Robert E. Lee making him a lieutenant colonel. The document is signed by President Franklin Pierce. This is a photographic copy of the original commission.","This is a quarterly report for the United States Military Academy compiled and apporved by superintendent Robert E. Lee on March 31, 1855. The report details the expenses for the academy for its fiscal quarter. The report lists major details of expense and their individual costs. The total expenses listed for the quarter total $29,036.10.","This document is a general orders issued by the United States Army Headquarters in New York, NY on February 6, 1860. The orders state that Brevet Colonel Robert E. Lee of the 2nd Cavalry has been given command of teh Department of Texas in order to repar the headquarters of the department and assume command. The orders were given by Lieutenant General H. L. Scott, acting Assistant Adjutant Genearal.","This document is a set of general orders issued by General Robert E. Lee to the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia on May 7, 1863. The orders consist of praises for the army's recent victories in battle, as well as time off for the coming Sunday for worship. It goes on to relay a letter from Confederate President Jefferson Davis to the army congratulating them on their victories.","This document is a set of general orders addressing the Confederat Army of Northern Virginia penned by Robert E. Lee on December 7, 1863. The contents primarily highlight the bravery of the Confederate Army members as well as their perceived religious duty. Lee describes what he believes to believes to be a holy duty of the Confederate officers and expresses deep belief in the presence of God with them.","This document is a set of general orders issued by Robert E. Lee to the Confederate Army on February 22, 1865. These orders are a set of new standards to observe in the face of waning supplies and troops. The orders set out that vacant positions are to be filled as soon as possible upon their opening with troops from the rear. Lee goes on to explain new punishment and more stringent rules over any disobedience or evasion of duty.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This copy is a published facsimile.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","The copy is a soldier's copy, accompanied by scanned facsimiles.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","These are two $20 bank notes from the Confederate States of America. These were carried by Robert E. Lee when signing the surrender at Appomattox to General Grant on April 10, 1865.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $169. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $286. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $360. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $253.20. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt facsimile is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $100. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $300. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $150. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $463.86. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This facsimile of a receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $250. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $408.95. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.","This receipt facsimile is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.","This memorandum book contains several notes written by Robert E. Lee during his tenure at Washington College, as well as a set of names and addresses of those he had corresponded with. The memos range from financial management of college resources to Lee's personal thoughts on the role of education in the fabric of society. The list of names and corresponding addresses appears to be composed of various people Lee remained in contact with, some of which being professors and others being former Confederate officers.","The written memos are written beginning on one side of the memo book while the names and addresses begin on the reverse side.","This newspaper article is a clipping from an 1866 newspaper publishing the account of Thomas \"Stonewall\" Jackson's death during the American Civil War. The clipping was cut out and stored by Robert E. Lee during his tenure at Washington College.  The original account comes from Jackson's former Medical Director Hunter McGuire who published it via the Medical College of Virginia.","This note details the donation by Lee of a newspaper from 1800 to the library of Washington College.","This grade report from Washington College is signed by college president Robert E. Lee. The report is for the grades for college student W. C. Cooper for the term of October 31, 1866. The classes Cooper received grades for were Latin and Mathematics.","This annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college. It details the population of preparatory student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.","This annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1867. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.","This annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1868. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.","This copy of an annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1869. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.","This copy of an annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1869. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff. This copy includes an additional note of names who whom copies of the report are to be sent.","In this letter of commission, Robert E. Lee during his tenure as president of Washington College lays out a contract for the supplying of wood to the college.","This is a manuscript of a the proposed biography of Robert E. Lee's father, Henry Lee III. The memoir documents various aspects of his life and his experiences. The memoir is hand written, but in an unknown hand. The content was likely dictated in some form by Robert E. Lee.","This memo book begins with a memo from Robert E. Lee regarding the death of Washington College professor Frank Preston. It details his accomplishments, position, and plans for the memorial service. Frank Preston was a Greek professor from 1866-1869 with his death.","The remainder of the memo book contains small notes in an unknown hand, along with several cut and removed pages. The notes appear to be pertaining to class material.","This grade report contains the grades for Washington College student W. S. Graves for the session ending February 8, 1868. The report is filled out and signed by Robert E. Lee as president of the college. The classes includeded are Latin, Greek, German, and Mathematics. Graves recieved \"distinguished\" status in all courses.","This contract lays out the terms and conditions for Richardson \u0026 Co. of New York, NY to write, edit, and publish a biography on the life and experiences of Robert E. Lee's father, Henry \"Light-Horse Harry\" Lee III. The contract is written and signed by Robert E. Lee.","This notice was written by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College. It is a public notice which was posted on March 4, 1868 canceling classes for the day and extending an invitation to \"Cadet Bell's\" funeral. Bell was a VMI cadet who had recently died.","In this paper, Robert E. Lee provides several reasons for the extension of the valley's railroad.","This letter is from Robert E. Lee excusing Frank McCutchan from college from December 24th to December 29th.","This notice written by Robert E. Lee was delivered for the Christmas holiday, stating that classes were suspended from December 25-27 in observance of Christmas. The notice goes on to wish that all students would observe and worship the holiday accordingly.","This is a proposal and sign-up list for donations for the creation of an astronomical observatory at Washington College. The donors include Robert E. Lee, James K. Edmondson, S. J. Campbell, James J. White, L. D. H. Ross, A. M. Glasgow, and William McLaughlin. Each donor made a pledge of $1000.","This printed report compiled by Robert E. Lee and the Washington College Board of Survey is addressing Gilbert C. Walker, the governor of Virginia. In the report, Lee explains the Survey Board's actions in surveying the southern borderline of Virginia for the first time in nearly 100 years. He goes on to explain the revelation of errors in the original survey and recommends that corrections be made accordingly.","Excerpt pamphlet from \"The Virginia Magazine of History and Biography\" Vol. 63 No. 1, January 1956. By Allen W. Moger.","While serving as First Lieutenant of Engineers in the Army, Robert E. Lee was appointed supervisor to projects in the St. Louis Harbor as well as on the Mississippi River. This letter, from General Charles Gratiot, Chief of Engineers of the Army, served as a letter of introduction for Lee to John Fletcher Darby, mayor of St. Louis.","The history of this letter is that at the Mclean House, General Grant, at General Lee's suggestion, himself wrote out in pencil the letter outlining the terms of surrender and, after General Lee had approved it, General Grant asked his secretary, Colonel Parker, to copy it in ink. This was done and then General Grant signed it.","A poem written about General Lee's return to Richmond after the Army of Norhtern Virginia's surrender at Appomatox. Written by \"Bertha\" and sent to Robert E. Lee.","Beverley Tucker, who was charged as a conspirator in the assassination plot on President Lincoln, sent this letter secretly to Robert E. Lee from Montreal, Canada. The letter explains that if the Civil War's history is left to be written by the \"historians which will spring up in Yankeedom\" it will not properly and honestly explain the South's cause. He therefore suggests that Robert E. Lee join him in Canada and then sail to England with him, where Lee can write a history of the war, the \"sale of which will secure for a you a handsome independence.\"","A clipping of the anonymous letter from Mary Custis Lee published in the newspaper is included with the letter. The letter is signed only as \"Edward\". However, a note follows the transcription of the letter, reading\n\"This letter is probably from Edward Lee Childe. This based on a note on the reverse of a letter by Mr. P. S. Worsley to Mr. Childe written from Herndon Sept 15th (most likely 1865). On the reverse is a note by General Lee which states:\n29 Sept '65\nEdwd Lee Childe\nsends dedication of P.S. Ensley's (?) Of\nhis translation of Illiad.\nA translation of Homer is mentioned in the text of Edward's letter.\"","John Letcher, a Lexington, Virginia native, Washington Academy alumnus and governor of Virginia from 1860 to 1864, wrote to Robert E. Lee from Lexington not long after his release from prison. Letcher had appointed Lee as commander in chief of Virginia's army after Virginia seceded from the Union, but before Virginia agreed that its forces would be under the direction of Confederate President Jefferson Davis. \nLetcher explains to Lee that he was arrested on May 20 under an order from the Secretary of War, however, Letcher was never charged. He was imprisoned in Washington D.C for more than six weeks, but wrote of his excellent treatment, especially from members of Congress, many who he knew while serving as a member of the House of Representatives from 1851 to 1859. He wrote of an interview with President Andrew Johnson after his release, writing that: \n\"I had a very agreeable interview with President Johnson. He received me most kindly and courteously, and alluded to our former service in Congress, in pleasant terms. He spoke liberally and in the most conciliatory terms of the South, and the Southern people. His manner indicated sincerity and if we meet him in a spirit such as he exhibited, we will have reason to regard him as our best friend. Now that the war is ended, we should exhibit no sullen and dissatisfied spirit, but should encourage harmony and conciliation. We have to live under the same government, and it is the part of wisdom and duty, to seek to restore confidence, and cultivate kindly relations. We must show sincerity, honesty and faithfulness in fulfilling the obligations we have assumed. This is the advice I have given to our people, ever since your surrender.\"\nLetcher goes on to tell Lee of the great respect and kind feelings that officers and others in the North had for him.","In 1865, shortly after the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia, Robert E. Lee was approached in Richmond by C.B. Richardson of the University Publishing Company of New York. No contract was signed, but the two came to an informal agreement whereby University Publishing Company would have publication privileges if Lee completed a manuscript. For the next five years the two kept up correspondence, with Lee often requesting materials that Richardson would then search out and furnish for him.\nThis letter was a continuation of their correspondence. Richardson had ascertained the wherabouts of General Hampton and General Longstreet and offered to ensure that Lee's letters reached them. He described his search for documents and information from the war, specifically reports from Gettysburg and Chancelorsville.","John Letcher, a Lexington, Virginia native, Washington Academy alumnus and governor of Virginia from 1860 to 1864 was one of several people from Lexington to write to Lee to inform him of his election as President of Washington College. In this letter, Letcher encourages Lee to take the position, explaining the area, people, stipend and arrangements.","In 1865, shortly after the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia, Robert E. Lee was approached in Richmond by C.B. Richardson of the University Publishing Company of New York. No contract was signed, but the two came to an informal agreement whereby University Publishing Company would have publication privileges if Lee completed a manuscript. For the next five years the two kept up correspondence, with Lee often requesting materials that Richardson would then search out and furnish for him.","This is a photo copy of the original letter.","The letter's envelope accompanies it.","Mrs. Gilliam appears to have sent the exact same letter twice, a couple of weeks apart. Both copies exist in the folder.","The letters are photo copies of the originals. The originals are located at the Virginia Military Institute Archives.","There are two letters with the same content.","A brochure for the Thomas H. Barlow Planetarium is included with the letter.","Included with the letter is payment via a note from the Adams Express Company.","An original copy of the lease accompanies the letter.","Very difficult to read. Likely about sending her son to Washington College.","On the back in Lee's handwriting is written: C.B. Richardson sends vol. of Lees Memoirs","The newspaper clipping is not included.","Signed by AMF Lee and written very personally, this letter was almost certainly written by Anna Maria Goldsborough Fitzhugh, the widow of William Henry Fitzhugh and current owner of Ravensworth plantation, of which Mary Custis Lee and her children were heir to. \nThe letter was written about the general happenings in her life. Anna Maria wrote of how she wished that Lee and his family could visit soon. She mentioned that a boy named \"Robbie\", who was in her care, would be attending Washington College in the winter term.","Charles Chauncey Burr wrote a lengthy note to Lee to accompany the January 1866 edition of his magazine, Old Guard. Burr was anti-republican, anti-centralization, and anti-consolidation. .","Talladega, Ala. Jany. 20th 1866\nDear Sir,\nIn common with your fellow countrymen of the South, I rejoice that you have consented to assume a position, in which you may spend the remainder of your honoured life, in the quiet, and honourable work pf educating our noble young men.\nI trust the Legislature of your venerable Commonwealth, will respond favourably \u0026 promptly to the plan for enlarging the endowments of your college proposed through you.\nThe ravages of the war just ended, has left many of us without sons to educate, more without present means for educating those who were spared. Yet with proper efforts, our colleges may be re-endowed and our children educated, within our own country, \u0026 by professors \u0026 teachers, of our own country, by birth, education, moral instincts, and habits of thought.\nI have one son only left me, now near fifteen years of age; my eldest \u0026 only other son, living when the war began, having fallen at one of the guns of the Washington, N.O. Artillery, near Drury's Bluff, on the 16th of May 1864.\nMy surviving son, so soon, as he learned you had accepted the Presidency of Washington College, expressed a strong desire, that I should send him there, as soon as he was prepared to enter. I propose gratifying him, if it is possible for me to meet the expenses; provided, non residents of the State of Virginia are allowed to enter that college. It was formerly a State Military College, \u0026 I have an impression that its privileges were limited to the Sons of residents of the State. I write for information on that Subject: If I am mistaken in this, then be pleased to inform me, 1st What sum per annum, will cover the entire expenses, except for clothing \u0026 traveling. 2nd Whither the course of instruction is upon the plan of the University of Virginia, or that of the ordinary college curriculum of four years, at the end of which the degree of A.B. is conferred?\nI do not expect to send my son off before the summer or fall of the present year, perhaps not so soon as that, the time depending upon the fitness of his preparation. A particular statement of the extent of preparation in the languages \u0026 mathematics, necessary for entering in the lowest class, \u0026 of the progress required for each succeeding year will be thankfully received.\nWhat is the population of Lexington; To what extent, if any has the Town been destroyed; Is it likely to maintain its former reputation for healthfulness, \u0026 for high moral \u0026 religious tone?\nWith an apology for the length of this communication, \u0026 the expression of a desire that any response you may be pleased to make, shall accord with your own convenience and leisure. I am very respectfully\nYour obt. Servt\nGeo. S. Walden","William Archer Cocke wrote to Robert E. Lee February 1, 1866 from Monticello, Florida. He expresses the wishes of several youths in the Florida region to study at Washington College under Lee's leadership and requests a number of circulars on the college be sent to his address.","Laura G. Ogle wrote to Robert E. Lee from New Castle, Delaware on February 1, 1866. In the letter, she expressed her great admiration for Lee and her desire to emulate his example, despite societal pressures on her as a woman. She explains that her lifelong goal had become to meet and speak with Lee at some point. However, she explains that she has become and \"invalid\" and will remain so for her life, thus restricting herself to remaining in New Castle for the remainder of her life. She ends the letter with a request for a locke of Lee's hair.","For Benjamin S. Elliott's later correspondence with Lee, see his letter from April 27, 1866 in Folder 56.","See the letter from Hope dated March 22nd, 1866 in folder 49.","See Charles B. Richardson's earlier letter to Robert E. Lee written March 20th, 1866 in folder 49.","For Benjamin S. Elliott's earlier correspondence with Lee, see his letter from April 10, 1866 in Folder 53.","For context of this note, see Algernon Sidney Vigus' original letter to Lee dated April 9th, 1866 in folder 53.","George Dawes Appleton wrote another letter to Robert E. Lee, dated May 23rd, 1866, asking how to prepare his son for Washington College as soon as possible. This letter can be found in folder 61.","The outcome of the decision of the shareholders meeting can be found in C. Williams' letter to Lee marked May 19th, 1866 in folder 61.","Samuel S. Mathers' peronsal letter to Robert E. Lee, dated 1866-07-30, which accompanied the original George Washington letter he returned to the college. This item is also located in the secure file.","This collection contains primary and secondary resources pertaining to Robert E. Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W\u0026L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865 - 1870. Adminstrative papers, such as President's Reports, etc..., from Robert E. Lee's presidency of the school may be found within the W\u0026L University Archives. Please contact W\u0026L Special Collections for information regarding the University Archives.","Letter from Robert E. Lee to William McCloud Bowe dated April 18, 1863 rejecting a request for furlough from the army. The letter was likely dictated but is signed by Lee.","Letter from Robert E. Lee to Edward Turner about the death of Col. J. A. Washington (John Augustine Washington) at Valley River, dated 14 September 14, 1861","In Special Order 56, Army of Northern Virginia, which is dated Feb 27, 1864, Lee decrees the end of Lieutenant Granville Gray's career stating that he is now living in the lunatic asylum in Staunton, Va. The document was written in Staunton. It is signed by Walter H. Taylor.","Robert E. Lee's last order as commander of the Army of Northern Virginia.  This copy is written and signed by Lee.","In this letter Robert E. Lee writes to the Board of Trustess of Washington College accepting the presidency of the institution.","This letter contains information about the furniture that Charles Marshall is purchasing for Lee in Baltimore.","In this letter Lee writes to Rathmell Wilson in Philadelphia that the Washington College Board of Trustees has elected to let him purchase books for the institution.","In this letter written from Sweet Springs Robert E. Lee writies that due to his health he won't be returning to the college right away.  He asks all the faculty to help the students prepare for classes.  A transcription is housed with this letter.","In this letter Lee gives a prospective student advice on the choosing which state institution of higher to attend.","In this letter Lee writes to Campbell, who had recently been asked to be Superintent of the Rockbridge County Schools, that he does not think accepting this position would greatly impact his duties at Washington College.","This document is Robert E. Lee's signed Oath of office as President of Washington College.  It is signed William White.","Written excuse by Robert E. Lee for William H. Kinckle to go to church on Good Friday and miss his recitation as a result.","In this letter Robert E. Lee talks his wife's health and making trips to Hot Springs and Warm Springs.  He also mentions his two daughters Agnes and Mildred.  He makes mentions of rumors that George Washington Custis Lee recently got engaged.","This order by Adjutant General and Inspector General of the Confederate Army, Samuel Cooper, raises Robert E. Lee to General in Chief of the Armies of the Confederacy.","In this letter Robert E. Lee writes to the students about the effects of their disruptive behavior on the town and asks them to minimize that behavior during the upcoming April Fools Day parade.  A transcription of the letter is housed with the original item.","In this letter Lee thanks Walter H. Galt, who established Galt Jewelers in Washington, DC, for a color photograph of George Washington Parke Custis.","This letter from Robert E. Lee to Stilson Hutchins, founder of the Washington Post, thanks him for copies of the St. Louis Times, which contained an article on Washington College.","Letter from Frank A. Waddill, Class of 1870, to the faculty requesting permission for five days off from school.  Note on the back of the board to which the letter is glued: 'Frank A. Waddill was a classmate (roomate?) of Wilmer H. Shields at Washington College (and then Washington and Lee University)...'","In this letter Lee writes to Blair Robertson returning the pet chicken, which was originally a gift from Robertson, to its orginal owner for safe keeping.  Lee feels that harm may come to the chicken as the military is moving camp.","Leaf from first Washington College catalogue, which was printed before Lee was official invested as college president in October 1865.  He is listed as the President and a Professor of Mental and Moral Science, Lee but never actually taught at the college.","In this letter Mary Custis Lee writes to an unknown correspondentabout her ailments, travel, General Grant's movements through VA, and inflation.  The letter was written from Richmond in 1864.","This photograph is of Robert E. Lee with his floppy tie. The inscription on back says 'for my young friend John Opie from Mary Custis Lee'.","Lee writes to Louisa upon the death of her father, John Augustine Washington, who was killed in battle during the American Civil War.","In this letter Robert E. Lee writes to Louisa about the last letter ever written by her father John Augustine Washington.","In this letter Robert E. Lee asks Louise when he can see her and invites her to visit his military camp.","In this letter Lee writes to Louisa about arrangements for the family to received her father's (John Augustine Washington) personal papers. He notes that John was the last proprietor of Mount Vernon of the family of Washington.","In this letter Lee writes to Louisa about her cousin Charles Alexander who was taken by the Union military as a prisoner of war.  He writes that he has made a request for Alexander's release.","In this letter Lee writes to Louisa about suggestions for what to inscribe on her father's (John Augustine Washington) tombstone.","This document is Robert E. Lee's last will and testament.  There is also a note on back of will from November 7, 1870.","Three (3) copies of handbill/broadside 'Funeral Obsequies. October 15, 1870.' for funeral of Robert E. Lee.","Includes a letter and a portrait of Julia Gratiot, R.E. Lee's niece and wife of General Charles Gratiot.","This letter included a carte de viite photograph from Lee to J. D. Driesbach's son. The photograph was removed to the Robert E. Lee photographs box.\nThe year of the letter was originally mis-identified as 1866 and it is physically located in the box that includes letters written in October 1866.","Included in this folder are two copies of Robert E. Lee's will. One copy is a photograph of the original will. The other copy is a published transcription and facsimile of the will, created by Washington and Lee University in 1928.","This contract details the agreement between the Washington College Survey Board and the renowned topographical surveyor Jedadiah Hotchkiss. It is a contract for Hotchkiss to perform various surveys on behalf of the Board of Survey to expand the college's map resources. The five year contract stipulates assorted restrictions on Hotchkiss's rights to the maps. It is signed by R.E. Lee on behalf of the Board of Survey.","Notations are in Lee's hand","West Point cadet Putnam writes to his father regarding his  his first semester at the academy. He mentions a number of officers including West Point Superintendent Robert E. Lee.","W.N. Pendleton writes to Lee upon learning of his election to the Presidency of Washington College. Pendleton writes \"chiefly as a resident of Lexington for the last ten or twelve years, and an observer of the college this wile [sic] to give you my impressions respecting the locality, Institution, etc.\"","Two letters are included, one from William MacFarland to Robert E. Lee and one from Reverdy Johnson to William MacFarland. MacFarland referenced the Johnson letter in his own letter to Lee and included it in the envelope.","A Letter of reference from Alabama Supreme Court Justice John D. Phelan and Benjamin H. Porter is included with the letter.","Ralph Lete wrote to Robert E. Lee on February 1, 1866 from Ironton, Ohio. He wrote to express his admiration for Lee, as well as to request a course catalog of Washington College for his son to potentially attend the school.","In this letter, Jones Bros. \u0026 Co. Subscription Book Publishers of Philadelphia, PA wrote a business letter to Robert E. Lee on February 2, 1866. In the letter, the company attempts to solicit their services to publish Lee's current writings on his Civil War Campaigns.","This letter was written by J. Temple of Richmond, Virginia to Robert E. Lee on February 2, 1866. In the letter, Temple requests that Lee send him a number of circulars on Washington College for those in the area of Richmond who are interested in attending.","This letter was written by J. B. Williams of Enfield, North Carolina to Robert E. Lee. He wrote to request a set of course catalogs for Washington College, and explains that he is recommending the school to his students.","This letter was written by W. W. Anderson of Bethany, West Virginia on February 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Anderson explains his dissatisfaction with the state of Bethany College. He requests that Lee, upon evaluation, accept himself and a dozen other Bethany College students into Washington College.","This letter was written by Robert H. Patterson of Abingdon, Virginia on February 3, 1866. Patterson wrote to request Lee send to him a catalog of Washington College as well as the Law School.","This letter was written by Joseph Finnegan of Fenandina, Florida on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Finnegan explains to Lee that his friend, Captain Taylor, had recently passed away. He goes on to explain that Captain Taylor's two son's were currently attending Washington College. Finnegan continues to explain that the sons of Taylor are likely undisciplined due to their lack of quality education in their formative years. He requests that Lee offer them additional guidance in their situation.","This letter was written by Captain William Parker Snow of Nyack, New York on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Snow explains his intense admiration for Lee and his leadership. He explains that he is in the process of authoring a monograph on the subject of southern generals during the Civil War. He goes on to express his patriotism for the United States in its current form and his admiration of Lee's willingness to fight for what he believed in.","This letter was written by C. B. Richardson of New York, NY on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Richardson expresses his company's interest in Lee's experiences, and mentions an included copy of a book on the \"Army of the Potomac\" for Lee to examine. Richardson also requests a photograph of General Pendleton be sent with Lee's response.","This letter was written by M. Taylor on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Taylor explains to Lee that a catalog previously requested of Lee did not arrive with its accompanying letter. Taylor goes on to explain that he sent his sons to Washington College without first knowing the requirements due to the missing catalog.","This letter was written by H. B. Magruder of Greensboro, Alabama on February 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written on behalf of the Southern University's branch of the Clariosophic Society to Lee, extending to him honorary membership based upon the merit of his actions during the Civil War.","This letter was written on behalf of the Virginia Railroad Company in Richmond, Virginia on February 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter was written to Lee to inform him of a bill advocating the railroad's repair and to continue his support of the reconstruction of Virginia's infrastructure. The letter includes the bill itself, a printed prospectus, and assorted newspaper clippings referencing the project.","This letter was written by R. L. Dabney to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Dabney relayed that Lee's previous letter had been delivered to  him safely. He goes on to thank Lee for his advice and describes ways in which he applied it.","This letter was written by George J. Stewart of Madison Station, Virginia on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Stewart explains that he intends to apply to and attend Washington College for the coming semester. He also explains that he very much desired to attend the school where Lee was president, which led to a mistaken application to Virginia Military Institute where he initially believed Lee was president.","This letter was written by Sam Beach Jones of Bridgeton, New Jersey on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Jones relays that he his sending in tandem a copy of General Patterson's publication, which he would like Lee to look over and potentially give his permission to use Lee's name within.","This letter was written by Charles Marshall on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Marshall relays to Lee that his previous letter had been received, and that he is heeding Lee's advice as best he can.","This letter was written by Rathwell Wilson in Philidelphia, Pennsylvania on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Wilson explains that he has recently inherited of a scientific library of books from his late brother, Thomas B. Wilson. He expresses his desire to donate a large portion it to various southern institutions of higher learning. He goes on to express his desire for Washington College to be one of the institutions to benefit from his donation. Included in the letter is a list of various monographs which Wilson sent to Washington College. Each title includes the number of volumes which were donated.","This letter was written by Major C. H. Woodward of Rockbridge Baths, Virginia on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Woodward requests a loan from Lee, which he promises to repay in short order.","This letter was written by J. W. Francis on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Francis explains to Lee that he has in his possession two documents that were taken from Lee's Arlington house during the Civil War by the army stationed on the Potomac. The documents mentioned include a deed dated 1632 and a work on the \"Anti-Christian Conspiracy.\" Francis expresses his desire to return these items to Lee's possession at his earliest convenience.","This letter was written by Samuel H. Anderson from Georgetown College in Washington, DC on February 8, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Anderson explains in the letter that the Philodemic Society of Georgetown College had elected to make Lee an honorary member.","This letter was written by a representative of Lancaster \u0026 Co from Richmond, Virginia on February 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company is informing Lee of a check from the treasurer of Ohio made out to Lee for $105 accrued in interest on bonds.","This letter was written by George Washignton Garmany from Savannah, Georgia on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Garmany wrote the letter as a recommendation for John B. Mays, a potential student of Washington College.","This letter was written by Charles O. DeLahoussaye in New Orleans, Louisiana on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, DeLahoussaye writes requesting that Lee send a catalog for Virginia Military Institute, as he desires to send his nephew to atttend school. DeLahoussaye potentially erroneously ascertained that Lee was the president of VMI.","This letter was written by M. A. Gibbs from Vicksburg, Mississippi on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. He requests in the letter that Lee admit his son into Washington College.","This letter was written by Sam Tyler from Frederick City, Maryland on February 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Tyler informs Lee that Prof. Baer intends to have a collection of minerals identified and labeled within several months for the use of Washington College.","This letter was written by L. Davis from Prospect Hill, Georgia on February 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Davis relays to Lee that he had heard a speech on history recounting the evacuation of Richmond by Jefferson Davis, and transcribed a section he believed would be of interest to Lee, which is also included with the letter.","This letter was written by W. M. Black from Lynchburg, Virginia on February 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Black explains to Lee that a package has been recovered at his Southern Express Company office that contains cash addressed to Lee. He requests that Lee respond with instructions on what to do with the package.","This letter was written by John Raglan Glascock from the University of Virginia on February 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Glascock requests that a catalog or circular for Washington College be forwarded to him at the request of a friend from California interested in attending.","This letter was written by J. B. Heck on February 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter acts as a bill and statement of service to Washington College. Heck states the materials needed and the requested services for building shelving for the Washington College Library.","This letter was written by J. P. Branch from Augusta, Georgia on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Branch expresses his admiration for Lee and requests an autograph be sent to him.","This letter was written by L. Jervey from Charleston, South Carolina on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Jervey informed Lee of a bulk of cotton in his possession that he wishes to give to Lee. He goes on to praise him for his character and actions during the war.","This letter was written by A. B. Robertson from New Wartrace, Tennessee on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Robertson requests Lee to send him a circular on Washington College. He goes on to explain his motivations in doing so.","This letter was written by Mrs. E. F. Farrar and Annie De Moss from Vicksburg, Mississippi on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The two women write that their letter includes a check for $536 intended for Stonewall Jackson's widow and child, and request that Lee forward it at his convenience. The letter continues and expresses the pain that is felt by them in defeat after the war's end, and describe the nature with which life continues in the south. They express their admiration for both Jackson and Lee, and describe the reverence with which their names are held in their households.","This letter was written by A. S. Buford from Richmond, Virginia on February 16, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Buford writes from Richmond as president of the Richmond \u0026 Danville Rail Road, and presents to Lee tickets for use on the railroad. He concludes by requesting an autograph from Lee.","This letter was written by William P. Marlin on February 16, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Marlin writes to request that Lee send to his address a circular for Washington College for his son, a prospective student.","This letter was written by Burk, Herbert \u0026 Co. from Alexandria, Virginia on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company is writing to inform Lee that $25 have been added to the account of Sydney Smith Lee.","This letter was written by J. Warner from Washington, D.C. on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Warner writes to Lee to inform that he had come across an individual in Philadelphia in possession of a scrapbook of material relating to the Washington family. Warner requests that Lee relay any knowledge which could be used to return the scrapbook to its rightful owner.","This letter was written by George, Count Joannes from New York City on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, he expresses his admiration of Lee and his displeasure with the established concepts of Reconstruction and of the \"radical cloud\" rising from Congress. He makes mention of his public letters which have been published in the New York News. He goes on to say that when he next visits Virginia that he will donate to Washington College a portion of his profits.","This letter was written by N. B. Feagin from Midway, Alabama on February 18, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Fiegan requests Lee send to him a Washington College circular due to his interest in attending.","This letter was written by M. S. Clarke from Louisville, Kentucky on February 19, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Clarke requsts a set of catalogs for himself and several other young men in his area, as they are interesting in attending Washington College.","This letter was written by Henry B. Dawson from Morrisania, New York on February 18, 1866. In the letter, Dawson expresses his interest in Lee's efforts to publish his father's memoirs. Dawson offers his assistance as an historian, and includes a segment of The Historical Magazine highlighting his past historical work.","This letter was written by C. R. Hubbard from Montgomery, Alabama on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hubbard asks Lee to send to him a catalogue of classes at Washington College, as well to write back any information that would ensure his admission to the college.","This letter was written by Frank Magruder from Goshen, Kentucky on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Magruder requests that Lee send to him a circular for Washington College, as his son is interested in attending the school.","This letter was written by D. S. Mulee from Fort Pulaski, Georgia on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Mulee writes from the fort prison, vouching for the character of his friend, John M. Taylor's, sons who had been sent to attend school at Washington College.","This letter was written by Charles E. Waters from Baltimore, Maryland on February 21, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Waters describes how the ladies of Baltimore are organizing a fair to raise funds for the relief of southerners affected bt the Civil War. He requests, at the suggestion of his wife, that Lee send a set of his autographs to be sold at the fair to raise money for their cause.","This letter is written by Robert E. Lee Jr. on February 19, 1866 to his father, Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Robert E. Lee Jr. expresses to his father that he was happy to hear from him and his mother recently. He goes on to ask advice from his father regarding the mill he now operates. He explains the situation of some mechanical problems witht he mill and dam, and asks his father to provide advice on the course of action to take and how to apply the repairs effectively.","This letter was writen by J. Lawrence Saulsbury from Richmond, Virginia on February 20, 1866. Saulsbury begins the letter by expressing his admiration for Lee and his wish to meet him in person. He then transitions into encouraging Lee to allow the company he represents,  Blakeney \u0026 Co., to supply Washington College's students with sets of gold pens at the cost of $1 each.","This letter was written by W. P. Moore from Palmyra, Missouri on February 22, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Moore requests a response from Lee on the question of to whom he needed to seek the copyright of Lee's historical exploits during the war while in Missouri.","This letter was written by Laura G. Ogle from New Castle, Delaware on February 23, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is a follow up to a previous response given by Lee. Ogle expresses her gratitude for Lee's fulfillment of her reqeust of a signed photograph.","This letter was written by former CSA Staff member of General Stevenson, Major George L. Gillespie from Chatanooga, Tennessee on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Gillespie writes the letter as an introduction to two relatives of his attending Washington College, Robert N. and Thomas J. Gillespie. He vouches for their quality of character and hopes Lee will provide them with a role model.","This letter was written by Horace Sheley on behalf of the Philologic Society of Westminster College on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter extends an invitation for Lee to become and honorary member of the Philologic Society.","This letter was written by William H. Botts from Glasgow, Kentucky on February  26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Botts writes to introduce Buford Leslie to Lee and vouch for his character while he attends Washignton College.","This letter was written by William Brazelton from New Market, Tennessee on February 25, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Brazelton writes as a way to introduce J. M. Gillespie from Rhea County who attended Washington College. He also explains some events of his life, as well as the nature of young southern men.","This letter was written on behalf of the company of art-dealers Butler, Perrigo, and Way from Baltimore, Maryland on February 26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The dealers express their thanks to Lee for sending them a series of autographs they had previously requested. They inform Lee that the autographs are to be framed and sold by their dealership.","This letter was written by D. Creel from Chillicothe, Ohio on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter begins by praising Lee and making several biblical comparisons to Lee. Creel continues and begins to refer to his relation to Stonewall Jackson by marriage, and begins to recount events of Jackson's life as he viewed them up until his death during the Civil War. Creel also describes events of his own life, including raids by northern militias on his home.","This letter was written on behalf of Jones Bros. \u0026 Co. from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on February 26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company writes to follow up on Lee's rejection of the previous offer for the company to publish his personal works. The follow up resolves with an open offer should Lee change his mind.","This letter was written on behalf of the Demosthenian Society from the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The Demosthenian Society writes to inform Lee that he has been made an honorary member based upon his reputation and actions.","This letter was written by Bishop J. Johns on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Johns writes from Theological Seminary to inform Lee of the death of \"Bishop Meade.\"","This letter was written on behalf of the Demosthenian Society of Roanoke College from Salem, Virginia on February 28, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The society writes to inform Lee that he has been elected to be an honorary member of the society.","This letter was written by the Cordes Sisters and their personal friend Mary Byrnes from Ridgevill, South Carolina on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter was sent in care of the sisters' father, Captain Theodore Cordes from Charleston, South Carolina. The letter is a follow up to a previous request of the sisters that went unanswered from December of 1865. The sisters requested some small memento from Lee, as they had great respect for him.","This letter was written by Mary G. Slaughter on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Slaughter writes to introduce Stark Arnold to Lee as the nephew of Stonewall Jackson. She vouches for his integrity and explains his situation of desiring an education without direct means. She requests that Lee assist him in gaining an education.","This letter was written by G. W. Leyburn from Big Lick, Virginia on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Leyburn makes reference to a previous conversation he and Lee had regarding the nature of education. He expands on this topic and asks a series of questions regarding education in the South and requests a written response to the questions. He explains that he wishes to have Lee's stance while Leyburn acts to acquire subscriptions for Washington College's endowment.","This letter was written by Mrs. M. B. Smith from Port Royal, Virginia on March 1, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Smith informs Lee that she wishes for her son to attend Washington College. She requests Lee for a school catalogue.","This letter was written by J. M. Handely on March 1, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Handely requests a copy of Lee's ongoing work on the history of the \"Great Rebellion.\"","This letter and attached news clippings were written by Edward A. Pollard from Norfolk, Virginia on March 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Pollard explains, in reference to a previous correspondence, that he has become aware of an individual who has published his own scholarly work on the Civil War called \"The Lost Cause\" in the newspaper The New York News and is seeking action. He sent the letter attached with two clippings from papers in which Pollard directly addresses the culprit and publicly denounces his actions of infringement.","This letter was written on behalf of the Great Southern \u0026 Western Accident \u0026 Life Insurace Company of New Orleans, Louisiana on March 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company writes to inform Lee that he has been elected one of five members of the Non-Resident Board of stockholders.","This letter was written by W. S. Neal on behalf of the Jefferson Davis Society of the Stonewall Institute from Perry County, Alabama on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter explains the society's purpose and goals, while praising southern ideals. It then invites and requests Lee to become a member of the society.","This letter was written by J. Longstreet from New Orleans, Louisiana on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Longstreet writes to Lee informing him that he has inserted Lee's name as a one of the non-resident board of directors for the Great Southern and Western Life and Accident Insurance Company. He gives description of the company and its then-current assets. Included with the letter is a typed transcript.","This letter was written by J. Johns Jr. from Richmond, Virginia on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Johns writes to Lee that his letter accompanies another letter from Dr. Julius Doetsh. He explains that, upon his advice, Doetsh wishes to make a translation of Lee's work. He then vouches for Doetsh's credentials and character.","This letter was written by Dr. Julius Edmund Doetsh from Richmond, Virginia on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Doetsh introduces himself to Lee and makes an offer to translate Lee's in-progress memoirs into German for European publication. He explains that interest in Europe is high for such a publication, and explains the potential avenues for publication which he can take advantage of.","This letter was written by W. H. McGuire from Washington, DC on March 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In her letter, McGuire relays to Lee her thanks for his assistance and relaying of the news of her husband's death.","This letter was written by Thomas H. Ellis from Richmond, Virginia on March 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Ellis writes to inform Lee that the company's general assembly has voted to move forward with granting a French company an amended charter with contents that had been requested by the French company. He goes on to express his unease at working with the French, given bad relations and lack of resources following the Civil War. He then requests Lee write to him his opinions on the topics of the canal project, as well as peace relations abroad.","This letter was written by J. Speer Howarth from Delaware County, Pennsylvania on March 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Howarth requests information on Washington College pertaining to its student population and the general atmosphere of the college.","This letter was written by J. Emanuel on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Emanuel expresses interest in sending his son to Washington College and requests information on admission.","This letter was written by George Michael Branner from Knoxville, Tennessee on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Branner writes the letter as an introduction to his son Hardy Bryan Branner and his friend Rudolph Bryan. He vouches for their character, and explains that all funds for their education are accommodated.","This letter was written by E. C. Middleton from Washington, DC on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Middleton introduces his agent, E. F. Lutz of Baltimore. Middleton then explains that his previous request of an oil painting of Lee had been rejected due to a lack of one existing. Middleton explains that Lutz will take notes of Lee's complexion and then, using a recent photograph by Mathew Brady, create an oil painting which he wishes Lee to sign.","This letter was written by John W. Lapsley from Shelby County, Alabama on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. He writes to Lee introducing his son, John B. Lapsley who is attending Washington College. He goes into deep detail about his son's mannerisms and behavior, expressing hope that Lee's leadership will help to mold him appropriately.","This letter was written by Benjamin B. Stith from Bewleyville, Kentucky on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Stith writes that he wishes to send his son to a military academy, believing Lee to be the president of VMI. He asks Lee to send him information and his favor in accepting his son into the school.","This letter was written by Thomas E. McNeill from Lynchburg, Virginia on March 8, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. McNeill writes to share with Lee the mission of the newly-formed Virginia Mining and Manufacturing Bureau. He asks Lee for his support and includes an attached circular pertaining to the organization.","This letter was written by William W. Early from Hyattsville, Maryland on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Early requests from Lee a catalogue of classes for Washington College.","This letter was written by N. S. Ray from Lebanon, Kentucky on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Ray asks in the letter for a catalogue of studies, as well as general information for Washington College. Ray explains that his son wishes to transfer from Centre College in Kentucky to Washington College.","This letter was written by William Hunter from Savannah, Georgia on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hunter writes to Lee informing him that his three sons wish to attend Washington College. He describes the natures of his sons as well as their academic potential.","Ths letter was written by E. L. Hadden from New York City on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hadden writes to Lee informing him that he is returning to Lee a series of items recovered from the occupation of Arlington House at the onset of the Civil War.","This letter was written by J. L. Hocker on behalf of the Periclean Society of the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written to inform Lee that he has been elected as an honorary member of the society.","This letter was written by C. Newton from Louisiana State Seminary (later Louisiana State University) on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written to inform Lee that a society has been formed at the school named the Lee Society, and that Lee has been elected an honorary member.","This letter was written by VMI Superintendent Francis H. Smith on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Smith writes to inform Lee that a new VMI cadet, William F. Dancey, believes that the damage to VMI has resulted in the institution being unable to perform its purpose. He relays Dancey's desire to instead enroll in Washington College.","This letter was written by Sam Barnett from Washington, Georgia on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Barnett writes to Lee informing him that his ward, William H. Barnett, wishes to attended Washington College.","This letter was written by Rathmell Wilson from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Wilson writes the letter as a follow up to his previous correspondence with Lee regarding the donation of Thomas B. Wilson's library to Washington College. Wilson inquires whether the boxes of books arrived as planned. He also indicates that he wishes to donate further books in his possession to Washington College on the stipulation that the donated books be cared for, retain Thomas Wilson's book plate, and be called \"the Wilson contribution to the Library of Washington College.\" Wilson additionally indicates that he has included a copy of Thomas Wilson's memoir in the donation.","This letter was written by J. Marshall Dent from Maryland Agricultural College on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Dent explains to Lee that the classes at Maryland Agricultural College are to be suspended by March 25. He requests information on Washington College and inquires of the possibility of enrolling late in the term.","This letter was written by C. G. Freuman from Eminence, Kentucky on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Freuman requests that Lee send him a catalog for the \"military institute\" which Lee is head of, mistakenly assuming Lee is the head of Virginia Military Institute also in Lexington, VA.","This letter was written by William H. Kinnon from Tangipaho Station, Lousiana on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Kinnon writes to request information on costs of attendance for the sons of his five sisters.","This letter was written by C. B. Richardson from New York City on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Richardson thanks Lee for his previous correspondence and expresses interest in sending Lee a series of documents and books to assist him.","This letter was written by S. D. Stuart from Baltimore, Maryland on March 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Stuart writes on behalf of Mrs. James Robb, asking for a likeness of Lee, whom she greatly admires.","This letter was written by George William Green from Shieldfield , Newcastle on Tyne, England.","This letter was written by W. Scott Glore from Louisville, Kentucky to Robert E. Lee. Glore offers to pay for $1000 of the publication costs of Lee's proposed book on his campaigns during the American Civil War.","This letter was written by P. T. Moore from Richmond, Virginia to Robert E. Lee. Moore explains that his friend from the British Parliament has requested an autographed photograph and he inquires about a potential faculty position in Agriculture or Geology at Washington College for Dr. Thomas Antisell.","This letter was written by American educator Emma Willard on March 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Willard introduces herself and explains that she is a writer of history and has followed Lee's career through the war. She expresses her wish to establish contact with various generals, including Lee, to record their views of experiences for an upcoming school history book on the topic.","This letter to R. E. Lee was written by S. S. Scranton and J. B. Burr from the American Publishing Company of Hartford, Connecticut. They write to inquire on Lee's status in writing his history of the war, and continue to express interest in negotiating a publishing contract.","This letter informs Robert E. Lee of his honorary membership to the Jackson Society, a literary society at the College of William and Mary. This was written by J. A. G. Williamson, the secretary of the society.  The reverse shows that Robert E. Lee answered the letter on March 23rd, 1866.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Meade Woodson of Fincastle, Botetourt County, VA. Woodson writes to Lee on behalf of a Ms. Hamilton who is considering sending her two sons to the institution. She wonders if there will military training at Washington College and if there's boarding for students available with Christian professors.","This is a letter from William C. Folkes to Robert E. Lee. He has sent a list of Battle Reports from the Confederate States of America (CSA). Along with the letter is a yellow piece of paper listing the battles recognized by the CSA.","This letter was sent to Robert E. Lee from \"Fanny\" Bain, a corresponding secretary of the Eunomian Literary Society at the Masonic College at La Grange, KY. The society offers Lee honorary membership if he would send a letter of acceptance and make a contribution to the Literary Gems paper.","This letter was written by Thomas Munford for Robert E. Lee. Having learned that R. E. Lee is planning to write a war memoir, Munford writes to Lee to correct information within the offical Confederate report of the cavalry battle at Aldie, Virginia in 1863.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Reverend Abner Johnson Leavenworth, writing as secretary of the Teachers' Association of Virginia. He asks Lee to address the organization's anniversary meeting in July 1866 about acceptance and education of Virginia's formerly enslaved people. Lee noted on the reverse of the Letter that he declined the invitation to speak.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Charles W. Cole. Originally this letter was given to Lee with two books, \"Rollin's Belles Lettres\" and \"The Letters of Cicero\" that came from his home in Arlington. This letter is an explanation for how Cole obtained them and why he is giving them back.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from John W. Fiwell. Fiwell asks for a circular of Washington College. Fiwell also mentions he is a wounded soldier from Company A of the Fourth Virginia Cavalry.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from R. G. Williams. In this letter he reminds Lee about a hat he agreed to last December. This letter came with the hat when it was finally finished in March of 1866.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Edward Long Hedden. Hedden tells Lee he has received the engraving of Washington and gives his thanks.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from S. J. Henderson. Henderson and Judge Charles Lewis McConnell have heard Lee plans to write a book on the American Civil War. Henderson and McConnell ask to have publishing agency in Kentucky for Lee's book.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from the book publisher Sargent, Wilson and Hinkle. This letter asks Lee for his approval of McGuffey Eclectic Readers books on the American Civil War.","Wilmer McLean asks Lee if he would visit Appomattox (Va.) to have a photograph of him taken in the room where he surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from Ellen Reily. She asks Lee if he could include her husband in his book on the American Civil War. She includes newspaper clippings, orders, and letters by and about her husband Colonel James Reily.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Elizabeth (referred to as Lizzie in the letter) Hull. She asks for information about Washington College for her adopted child.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Algernon Sidney Vigus. Vigus explains that he has acquired Lee family letters removed from the Lee family home at Arlington during the Civil War and that he'd like to return them. Vigus asks to keep one of the letters, to a Custis family member from London in 1728. Vigus ultimately returned the correspondence and Lee honored Vigus' request for the 1728 letter.","McLeavy, a third-year student of Soule University in Texas, wishes to attend Washington College for his fourth year. He also mentions his career in the Confederate Army and some of the classes he has completed at Soule.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Hezekiah George David (H. G. D.) Brown. Brown wishes to send his son to Washington College. He states that his son served in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War and was paroled in Alabama.","Charles Wesley Andrews, an Episcopal minister and acquaintance of Lee, shares that his wife Sarah died in 1863 and includes other family matters. He also requests two autographed photographs of Lee. Andrews includes with the letter a pamphlet that he recently published.","This letter accompanied a report by Brown of the Coal River Navigation Company which he hopes will take interest in minerals found in Virginia.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Benjamin S. Elliott. Elliott wishes to give Lee a colt sired by horse \"Patrick Henry\". Included with this letter is a carte de visite photograph of the \"Patrick Henry\".","Reverend Robert S. Clark asks for the rights to sell Lee's proposed history of the American Civil War throughout Mississippi. The letter includes five signatures of references for Reverend Clark - some of whom identify themselves as former Confederate soldiers and one, George Paul Turner, the editor of the \"National Star\" newspaper of Mississippi.","Hope, a real estate lawyer in Virginia, wishes to assist Lee in recovering his Arlington estate. He includes a newspaper annnouncing that Union soldiers killed at numnerous wartime battlefields would be reinterred at Arlington and that a memorial would be placed there in their honor.","Richardson plans to donate $1,000 in books to the library of Washington College. He also says he will publish Lee's father's memoir once the family portraits arrive for engraving.","Phtographer Alexander Gardner plans to send Lee photographs that are on hand in his studio at that include his company's imprint. He also plans to print and mount one-hundred photographs without his imprint, per Lee's request.","Lemuel Parker Conner of Natchez, Mississippi,  writes a letter of introduction to Robert E. Lee for his nephew William C. Conner, a new student at Washington College.","John O. Sullivan of Lincoln County, Tennessee requests catalogues of Washington College for some of his students who wish to attend.","S. P. Cunningham of Kentucky wants to obtain Washington College catalogues for Fairview Academy students wanting to attend.","The Washington College benefactor Warren Newcomb explains his Colonial era Massachusetts ancestry and requests a photograph of Lee.","William Andrew Quarles wishes to send his son to Washington College and asks for a catalog. He notes that his son in Canada and was formerly a lieutenant in the Confederate Army.","Walton has been informed by Carter James Harris, professor of Latin at Washington College, that Lee had taken offense to rumors published by Walton. Walton writes to Lee as an apology for any misunderstandings.","This letter mention from James Caskie mentions items pruchased for the Lee family in Richmond, daughters Agnes and Mildred and son W.H.F. Lee are mentioned. There is account information on Lee's account with Caskie on the reverse of the letter. Caskie reports he is glad to hear that the vase and chair that he has sent are cherished. Caskie also informs Lee that he received 2 dozen photographs of Lee from Richmond photographer Julian Vannerson but that Vannerson would not accept payment for the images.","Smith writes to Lee to inquire about Washington College's plans to introduce a program for engineering.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from E. H. Campbell, secretary for the Charles Town (W.Va.)Christian Association. Campbell informs Lee that he has been made an honorary member.","Clara Banks of Liverpool, England writes to Robert E. Lee requesting asking an autograph.","Daniel Moreau Barringer of Raleigh, North Carolina, wishes to send his son Lewin to Washington College and is asking for a catalogue.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from J. L. Greer who wishes to send his brother to Washington College for his junior year. He asks for a catalogue so his brother can properly prepare.","Oden Bowie, Governor of Maryland, asks Lee to send a catalogue for an aquaintance interested in Washington College.","James Woods Smith plans to attend Washington College and asks for a catalogue and additional information.","Rosan wishes to attend Washington College and requests a circular of the school.","This letter is from Elizabeth S. Myrick writing as \"Mrs. S. P. Myrick\". Elizabeth wishes to send her son, James to Washington College and asks for a circular and admission requirements. She explains that her son left school at fifteen to serve in the Civil War and fears his age and limited schooling before the war may hinder his opportunity to attend the school.","Barling wishes for his nephew to attend Washington College and asks for a circular. He explains that his nephew lived in Georgia until late in the war and is currently an exemplary student at his new school in Troy, New York.","John Reynolds Winston inquires if Lee is writing a history of the American Civil War urging him to do so, if not.","Matthews explains that he left school during the Civil War to serve in the Confederate Army. He now wishes to attend Washington College and requests a circular and admission requirements.","Mayer requests information on Washington College as he wishes to send his son to the school.","James A. Mitchell is interested in attending Washington College and would like catalogues sent for him and other potential students from Edmonton, Kentucky.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from John Hough James. James writes Lee regarding Washington College's  subscription to the Urbana Union (Ohio) newspaper.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from George Lyttleton Peyton. Peyton invites Lee to visit the Virginia Hotel in Staunton, Virginia.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from S. S. Louisa Cochrane. Cochrane hopes to send her son William G. \"Gilly\" Cochrane to Washington College and requests a catalogue or circular.","This letter is addressed to Robert E. Lee from Dominick James Dillon.Dillon wishes to send his son to Washington College and is awaiting an academic catalogue from the school.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from Benjamin S. Elliott. Elliott informs Lee that he fullfilled a favor that Lee requested in a previous letter. Although Lee did not accept Elliott's previous offer of a colt - sired by the horse \"Patrick Henry\", Elliott is negotiating that a two-year-old colt to be given to Lee. This letter also contains its original envelope.","The note explains a parcel of books from Algernon Sidney Vigus to Robert E. Lee that Vigus had removed from the Lee family's library at \"Arlington House\" during the American Civil War.","Jenifer, formerly of the 8th Virginia Cavalry during the Civil War, announces that he has retired from cavalry service and is running a business, \"Jenifer and Brother\" of Baltimore, Maryland. He offers his services and merchandise to Lee.  Included with this letter is an advertisement for Jenifer's business.","Netterville wishes to attend Washington College in the fall of 1866 and would like a catalogue.","Breckinridge introduces to Robert E. Lee three brothers, William, James, and Edward Carson, who are attending or en route to Washington College from Louisiana and asks that Lee be attentive to their well being. He also mentions Lee's proposed book on the Civil War campaigns of Virginia but that while he has no reports he'd be happy to write about any actions of which he had a part.","This letter by S. G. Landes is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Landes requests an autograph of Lee and mentions he's a native of Rockbridge and Augusta counties of Virginia.","This letter by the Strobridge Lithography Company is addressed to Robert E. Lee and references their lithographs of Robert E. Lee and that fire had destroyed its Cincinnati studio, including a Lee portrait. They share that a third Lee lithograph is in process as well as a portrait of Stonewall Jackson.","This letter by F. Bullwinkle is for Robert E. Lee. Bullwinkle wishes to get a mathematical education from Washington College and would like a catalogue.","This letter by members of the Stonewall Literary Society is for Robert E. Lee. The society writes to Lee that they have decided to make him an honorary member for his actions during the Siege of Petersburg, Virginia during the American Civil War.","This letter by Richard Pennefather Rothwell is to Robert E. Lee. Rothwell has heard that Washington College is increasing its staff and he offers his services as a professor of mining, metallurgy, mineralogy, or geology.","This letter by Robert Vinkler Richardson is for Robert E. Lee. Richardson is trying to establish foreign investment in the southern American cotton industry. His letter is written on a circular  sent out to different cotton planters.","This letter by Thomas Roberts Slicer is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Slicer, the son of Lee's friend Henry Slicer, inquires about a position to teach elocution at Washington College.","This letter by Daniel F. Wright is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Wright asks for a circular of Washington College to give a potential student he knows. He also mentions that he was a surgeon in Archer's Brigade during the American Civil War.","This letter by James Cleland is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Cleland, a plumber and gas-fitter in Lynchburg, offers his services to Washington College to install a gas system. Included with this letter is a pamphlet from the Automatic Gas Company of Baltimore advertising their product.","This letter by J. C. Parks is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Parks asks Lee if he and \"Mr. Frazier\" may be the publishers of Lee's proposed American Civil War. As part of theri proposal, they would liberally compensate Lee and offer half of the profits to widows and orphans of fallen Confederate soldiers. They list Casper Bell, John Bullock Clark, and John Heagan as references.","This letter by Warren S. Barlow is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Barlow writes that Lee's lithograph portrait by Elijah C. Middleton has been completed and he'll send it by express Lee via \"Mr. Lutz\".","This letter by Simon Bolivar Buckner is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Buckner introduces a student of Washington College he knows, J. Esten Cooke, Jr. Buckner also tells Lee that he is currently in New Orleans working as an editor for a paper.","This letter by Charles B. Richardson is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Enclosed with this letter was a map of the Army of the Potomac that Lee requested, as well as John Beauchamp Jones' \"A Rebel War Clerk's Diary\". Along with this package, Richardson updates Lee on the publishing of Henry Lee III's memoirs. Richardson also tells Lee that he is facing financial setbacks but they shouldn't hinder his business.","This letter by Ancrum B. Burr is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She wishes for her son, Edward Johnston, to attend Washington College and would like a circular. Burr also says that Edward's father may have graduated from the United States Military Academy around the same time as Lee, but that he died in the Mexican-American War.","This letter by John Mimms and Edwin O'Brien is addressed to Robert E. Lee. They say that several students in their town wish to attend Washington College and would like a catalogue.","This letter by members of the Richmond Light Infantry Blues is addressed to Robert E. Lee. The militia group is celebrating its seventy-third anniversary on May 10, 1866 and invites Lee to attend.","This letter by Houston Rucker is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Rucker writes that he would like a circular and information on Washington College for a friend's son.","This letter by Seaton Gales is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Gales, an editor of the Raleigh Sentinel (N.C.) newspaper, offers to help identify a publisher for Lee's proposed book on the American Civil War. Gales included a copy of the Raleigh Sentinel with the letter. At the end of the letter Gales notes that he was an Assistant Adjutant General under General Stephen Dodson Ramseur","This letter by George Dawes Appleton is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dawes writes that he wants to admit his son to Washington College and would like information about attending.","Adkisson, who had attended Dolbear Commercial College in New Orleans, La., inquires about continuing his education at Washington College and offers a plan for how he may be able to afford it. He notes that he served in a Texas Brigade during the American Civil War.","This letter by James F. Dumble is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dumble wants to send his son, Edwiw, to Washington College and would like to know the terms of entering. He also asks if his son can board with a family.","This letter by Reverend William Norvell Ward is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Ward asks if Lee would like a photographic copy of a painting Stratford Hall, the Lee ancestral home in Virginia, by Mattie Ward, his daughter.","This letter by J. F. Heun is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Heun asks Lee for an autographed wartime document.","This letter by W. H. Nettleton is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Nettleton, an Englishman having traveled the county over the past year, writes that he would like a hand-written line or two from Lee as a souvenir of this trip.","This letter by Josiah Warren is addressed to Robert E. Lee. This letter accompanied a book Warren gifted to Lee.","This letter by Horatio Richardson Moore is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Moore asks permission for acquaintances in New Orleans to use Lee's name in their company.","This letter by William T. Somervell is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Somervell wishes to attend Washington College and asks for a circular, terms, and regulations for applying.","This letter by Mansfield Lovell is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Having heard that Lee is writing a history of the American Civil War, Lovell offers a list of documents from Confederate officers in his possession for Lee's review. Mansfield notes documents taken by the Joint Congressional Committee on the affairs of the Confederate Naval Department and correspondence between the Confederate War Department and General Lafayette McLaws concerning the surrender of New Orleans, Louisiana to Union forces.","This letter by Robert Lewis Dabney is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dabney writes that an advertisement of his Stonewall Jackson biography gives credit of Lee's review and revisions to the publisher instead. He explains to Lee that the publisher decided to do this, not him.","This letter by Lizzie C. Hull is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She acknowledges that her son cannot attend Washington College and offers her well wishes to the Lee.","This letter by Jeannette Ritchie Hadermann Walworth is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She requests a lock of Lee's hair for her nephew who is also named Lee in honor of him.","Jubal Early recounts his participation in battles of the American Civil War and describes his experience living in Mexico since the Confederate surrender and  his planned move to Canada.","The original envelope is included with this letter.","This letter by Aaron Howell Pierson Sr. is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Pierson wishes to send his son to Washington College but does not know the requirements. Pierson worries that because of his son's service in the American Civil War, he may be too far behind his studies to attend.","This letter by James Dabney McCabe is addressed to Robert E. Lee. McCabe asks permission to write about Lee's actions during the American Civil War. He includes that as an ex-cadet of Virginia Military Institue, he published \"A Life of Lieut. Gen. T. J. Jackson\" during the war.","This letter by R. Thompson is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Thompson offers to publish a British edition of Lee's planned book on the American Civil War. Lee never wrote the book.","This letter by the Reverend Samuel Beach Jones is addressed to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Jones mentions locating artwork and possibly a book possibly removed Arlington House during the war. The book he mentions was inscribed to Charles A. Atkinson. Jones offers to fund raise for Washington College.","This letter by John Speck LaFever is addressed to Robert E. Lee. LaFever asks for information to attend Washington College.","This letter by Dr. Wesley Emmett Gatewood is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Gatewood would like information on attending Washington College and a piece of clothing Lee wore during the American Civil War.","This letter by Augustus Machim Garber is addressed to Robert E. Lee. He writes that he has sent catalogues of Washington College to his uncle. However, his uncle would like information on fees and payment to the school. Garber also mentions sculptor William Rudolph O'Donovan and shares that the scultpor, with approval from Lee, will continue workingon a bust of Stonwall Jackson.","Originally included with this letter was a photograph of O'Donovan's bust of Stonewall Jackson.","This letter by C. Williams is addressed to Robert E. Lee on behalf of the Great Southern and Western Life and Accident Insurance Company announcing a forthcoming shareholders meeting.","Sister Mary Baptista Linton invites Robert E. Lee to speak at Mount de Chental Visitation Academy.","Please note - this folder also includes related content - a copy of Lee's response to the invitation; a booklet from the one-hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the school with a quote from Robert E. Lee on the front; materials from the Georgetown Academy of the Visitation on Sister Baptista, a scan of Lee's letter to Sister Baptista, and a section of Mount de Chental's centennial booklet on its southern fund.","This folder contains two original letters from Mercer University faculty, and photographic reproductions made in 1944 from negatives taken by Michael Miley","Frederick A. P. Barnard sends Robert E. Lee an introduction and recommendation for Robert B. White, D. D. to be chair of the department of Mental and Moral Philosophy at Washington College.","Charles P. Stone offers coal to Washington College from Dover Mines, his coal mining company in Goochland, Virginia. Stone was a Union general during the American Civil War and ran the Dover Mines until 1869.","Former Confederate Cheif Medical Officer Lafayette Guild writes a letter of introduction to Robert E. Lee for William G. Cochrane, a new Washington College student. Guild mentions that he's been in contact with former Confederate general Walter H. Stevens who was in Mexico.","Burr Harrison McCown requests two catalogues of Washington College - one for him, and one for Joseph Henry in Leavenworth, Kansas.","J. B. Moore requests a catalogue of Washington College.","J. Hewett offers Robert E. Lee the position of superintendent of Natchez Institute (Mississippi).","Aaron Howell Pierson Sr. acknowledges receipt of a letter from Lee explaining that his son, Aaron Howell Pierson Jr., needs to attend preparatory school.","Lawyer James Patterson Rogers writes to Washington College president Robert E. Lee representing Lieutenant Samuel S. Mathers, a former Union soldier from West Virginia. Rogers relays that Lieutenant Mathers wished to return an original letter written by George Washington to the trustess of Washington Academy which he's taken from Washington College in 1864 during Hunter's Raid.","W. C. Park asks Robert E. Lee if Professor Maximilian Schele de Vere is teaching at Washington College.","Andrew Jackson Moses asks Robert E. Lee about attending Washington College.","J. Ditzler asks Robert E. Lee how he can contact Professor Albert Taylor Bledsoe. He also offers to lecture at Washington College and send Lee a copy of his history book.","Mrs. Joseph Jones (Caroline Wright) invites Robert E. Lee to Warren County on August 8th for the unveiling of a memorial for his daughter Anne Carter Lee.","William Greenleaf Rolfe asks Robert E. Lee for information on Washington College and Virginia Military Institute for potential students in Ashley County, Arkansas.","Mary Hardaway asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","George J. Hobday asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","William A. Rogers asks Robert E. Lee if students of Washington College may begin after the official start date of academic terms. He also asks for the address of Charles R. Jones.","Mary C. Allen asks Robert E. Lee about sending her sons to Washington College.","Albert Jefer Montgomery asks about attending Washington College. He notes that he is a veteran of the Confederate States Army.","Delaware B. Kemper shares that he is applying for professorship at Hampden-Sydney College and they have asked for his military references. He asks President Lee if he can give a reference.","W. A. Wash asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","Duff Green writes to Robert E. Lee that he plans to send his grandson, Benjamin Green Maynard, to Washington College.","Wade Hampton informs Robert E. Lee that he has gathered data from his old officers for Lee's proposed volume on the American Civil War.","J. W. Heatley asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","Waller O. Bullock asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","A. J. Frantz sends Robert E. Lee an advertisement for advertising space in the Brandon Republican newspaper Rankin County, Mississippi.","Thomas Treadwell Eaton asks Robert E. Lee if he can attend  Washington College for the Fall term of 1866. He also asks if he can secure places for friends Adelbert Smith and William H. Washington.","John T. Harrison informs Robert E. Lee that he is behind in the Latin and Greek requirements for Washington College admission and asks about preparatory schools.","George Anderson Mayse invites Robert E. Lee to Warm Springs, VA for the summer season.","Alexander McKinley inquires about entering his son into Washington College.","R. M. McClellan introduces Washington College student David L. Anderson to President Lee. He explains that Anderson is behind in Greek and suggests that he be enrolled specifically in that class.","Samuel Wethered inquires about sending his son to Washington College.","James Springfield Edwards asks for a catalogue of Washington College.","John Edward Burson requests a catalogue of Washington College. He also asks about boarding and the potential for other students from his community accompanying him to school in Lexington.","Professor Richard Sears McCulloh, writing from New York City and having consulted with architects, sends a basic floor plan, specifications, and cost estimates for the contruction of a chapel at Washington College.","Benjamin Franklin French offers resources for Lee's planned book on the history of the American Civil War.","Gabriel James Rains wishes to leave Summerville Institute to teach at Virginia Military Institute (V.M.I.). Rains mistakenly suggests that Lee is presiding over V.M.I. rather than Washington College.","Jesse Shanks inquires about sending his brother to Washington College.","William A. Brown asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","R. M. McClellan introduces admitted Washignton College student William W. Collins to Robert E. Lee and suggests that Collins should enroll in a preparatory Greek course.","W. R. Abbott announces Robert E. Lee's election to the Educational Asssociation of Virginia.","H. A. (Hampton A.) Rice asks for a catalogue or a list of expenses for attending Washington College for potential students in Macon, Ga. On the back of this letter Rice asks for a catalog to be sent to H. L. (Hampton Lea) Jarnagin Jr.","Charles A. (Charles Alfred) Welch asks when his son, Francis Welch, should come to Washington College for examination. Welch also asks if there are uniform or clothing regulations that his son must follow.","Welch asks that Lee addresses his response to \"Sohier and Welch\" of Boston, Massachussetts.","Between February 1868 and February 1870 Washington College professor and former Confederate Ordinance officer,  William Allan, had five conversations with college president Robert E. Lee which he manually recorded in this memo book which he titled \"Conversations with Gen. R. E. Lee\". Soon after each conversation, Allan described retreating to his office to record the highlights. In 1886, former Washington College Clerk of faculty and Librarian, Edward Clifford \"E.C.\" Gordon shared with Allan, by mail, a similar manuscript reminiscence of a discussion he had with Lee in 1868 on the Sharpsburg/Antietam campaign, specifically the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\". Allan transcribed Gordon's reminiscence into his memo book – with a background note. (Gordon's original reminiscence was then purportedly returned to him.) The memo book is accompanied by an informative 1886 letter from Gordon to Allan on the Lee conversations. There are also two letters regarding the gift of the memoranda book to Washington and Lee University in 1946 by Mrs. Louisa P. Allan, William Allan's daughter – in – law. Subjects of the conversations include Lee's objectives and strategy at different points during the American Civil War; Lee's decision to resign from the United States Army on April 20, 1861 including his conversations with U.S. Army General Winfield Scott; and commentary, at times critical, of Federal and Confederate generals and leaders including George McClellan, D.H. Hill, James Longstreet, Jefferson Davis, Richard Ewell, Thomas J. \"Stonewall\" Jackson, Joseph Johnston, J.E.B. Stuart, and John-Fitz Porter. Civil War battles mentioned or discussed include Antietam, Fredericksburg, Gaines Mill and the Seven Days Battles, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and the fall of the defenses at Petersburg, Va.","Robert E. Lee's copy of D.H. Hill's post Civil War magazine \"The Land We Love,\" which published an article pertaining to the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\" - an order by General Robert E. Lee directing movements of his Army of Northern Virginia during the Maryland Campaign of 1862. It was lost by an unidentified Confederate courier and found by Union soldiers and subsequently forwarded to Union General George B. McClellan. The contents of the dispatch influenced the battles of South Mountain and Antietam.","Letter from E.C.(Edward Clifford)Gordon, former Washington College Clerk of Faculty, to Col. William Allan of th eMcDonough institute in Baltimore, Md. and former mathematics professor at Washington College between 1866 and 1873 regarding an accompanying memo book in which Gordon documented a long conversation he had with Robert E. Lee on February 16, 1868. A main theme of the letter is the content from the memo book regarding the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\" during his Maryland Campaign of 1862. \nThe second letter  accompanied the memo book when it was given by Louisa P. Allan, Col. William Allan's daughter - in - law,  to Washington and Lee University President Francis Pendleton Gaines in 1946.","Reminiscences of Robert E. Lee including manuscripts, typescripts, newspaper clippings, and published materials by subjects with surnames begininng with letters B through J. See agents list for authors.","Reminiscences of Robert E. Lee including manuscripts, typescripts, newspaper clippings, and published materials by subjects with surnames begininng with letters K through Z. See agents list for authors.","The core of this series is comprised of letters written by members of Robert E. Lee's immediate family, though it includes letters from some more distant relatives and descendants.","Two oversize scrapbooks commemorating the life of Robert E. Lee. Both scrapbooks contain voluminous amounts of newspaper clippings, some pamphlets and published materials, manuscript and typescript documents, and printed Lee imagery. The compiler of each scrapbook is unknown.","Typescript notecards created during the 1940s with information on students who attended Washington College's undergraduate and law school during Robert E. Lee's presidency. Details included were, for the most part, limited to hometown (town, state) and current location at the time that the original information was gathered. This information was copied in the 1940s likely from some original list, perhaps from the Washington and Lee University alumni catalog of 1888.","This item is housed in the secure file.","The materials from Washington and Lee University Special Collections are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study, pursuant to U.S. Copyright law.  The user assumes full responsibility for any use of the materials, including but not limited to, infringement of copyright and publication rights of reproduced materials.  Any materials used should be fully credited with the source.  Permission for publication of this material, in part or in full, must be secured with the Head of Special Collections.","Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives","Arlington House, the Robert E. Lee Memorial (Va.) -- Robert E. Lee","Washington College (Lexington, Va.)","Confederate States of America. 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The second page of the document details the current standing of cadet Hunt's debt with the school as well as his payment from the United States government.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe receipt made on behalf of a $2.25 purchase from Philip Hefs for materials for the harbor of St. Louis, MO and the Mississippi River on March 31, 1838. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe receipt made for a $12.42 taxation on Titus Hale for access  the Mississippi River on April 30, 1838. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe receipt made for a $81.63 and $39.38 taxation on B. Brown for access the harbor of St. Louis, MO and the Mississippi River in May of 1838. The charges are for anchored boats and the access of stone drills. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe receipt made for a $47.50 purchase from J. Swan of the steamboat \"St. Louis\" for materials for the improvement the Mississippi River on June 12, 1838. The purchase is for 10 bales of oakum stored aboard, as well as a \"dragage\" fee. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe receipt made for a $3.50 taxation on Leander A. Williams for access  the Mississippi River on July 21, 1838. The tax is levied on 500 bricks stored aboard to be used to construct a chimney for a blacksmith shop. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a personal check made out to Robert E. Lee for $25 on June 11, 1839. The check is from the Bank of the State of Missouri based in St. Louis, MO.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe receipt made for a $44.66 taxation on E. A. Tracy for access  the Mississippi River on August 14, 1839. The tax is levied on 2 sacks of coffee stored aboard. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a receipt for assorted materials to be used in the construction of Fort Hudson in New York. The material was received by Captain R. E. Lee on behalf of the US Corps of Engineers for the sum of $25.34. The material included pick axes, water pails, and various construction materials. The materials were purchased from James C. Curch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a personal check made out by Robert E. Lee to Henry Weaver for the sum of $12.37. It comes from the New York Bank of Commerce and is dated September 30, 1841. The subject line reads as for Fort LaFayette.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis contains a ledger page used by Robert E. Lee as agent for Fort Lafayette. He used the ledger to record the acquisition and dispensation of debts and funds for the fort, and by extension the US government. The stated balance due to the government was $604.96 on July 7, 1843. 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These are all assigned corresponding monetary values, totalling in an estate of $38,750.00. It also details land division amongst his childre.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a written persmission for Cadet Samuels at West Point Military Academy to leave the academy to go to the hospital and seek out help from a dentist on April 15, 1853 by Robert E. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis ledger page is from the treasury of the US Militart Academy at West Point. It details various articles acquired by the academy and their corresponding price and quantities. It is initialed by Robert E. Lee for approval, as he was serving as Superintendent of the academy at the time. The lower half of the page includes, in red ink, details highlighting the relevance of the initials. 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It goes on to relay a letter from Confederate President Jefferson Davis to the army congratulating them on their victories.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a set of general orders addressing the Confederat Army of Northern Virginia penned by Robert E. Lee on December 7, 1863. The contents primarily highlight the bravery of the Confederate Army members as well as their perceived religious duty. Lee describes what he believes to believes to be a holy duty of the Confederate officers and expresses deep belief in the presence of God with them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a set of general orders issued by Robert E. Lee to the Confederate Army on February 22, 1865. These orders are a set of new standards to observe in the face of waning supplies and troops. The orders set out that vacant positions are to be filled as soon as possible upon their opening with troops from the rear. Lee goes on to explain new punishment and more stringent rules over any disobedience or evasion of duty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis copy is a published facsimile.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. 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Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $463.86. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis facsimile of a receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $250. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $408.95. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt facsimile is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis memorandum book contains several notes written by Robert E. Lee during his tenure at Washington College, as well as a set of names and addresses of those he had corresponded with. The memos range from financial management of college resources to Lee's personal thoughts on the role of education in the fabric of society. The list of names and corresponding addresses appears to be composed of various people Lee remained in contact with, some of which being professors and others being former Confederate officers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe written memos are written beginning on one side of the memo book while the names and addresses begin on the reverse side. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis newspaper article is a clipping from an 1866 newspaper publishing the account of Thomas \"Stonewall\" Jackson's death during the American Civil War. The clipping was cut out and stored by Robert E. Lee during his tenure at Washington College.  The original account comes from Jackson's former Medical Director Hunter McGuire who published it via the Medical College of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis note details the donation by Lee of a newspaper from 1800 to the library of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis grade report from Washington College is signed by college president Robert E. Lee. The report is for the grades for college student W. C. Cooper for the term of October 31, 1866. The classes Cooper received grades for were Latin and Mathematics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college. It details the population of preparatory student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1867. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1868. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis copy of an annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1869. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis copy of an annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1869. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff. This copy includes an additional note of names who whom copies of the report are to be sent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter of commission, Robert E. Lee during his tenure as president of Washington College lays out a contract for the supplying of wood to the college.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a manuscript of a the proposed biography of Robert E. Lee's father, Henry Lee III. The memoir documents various aspects of his life and his experiences. The memoir is hand written, but in an unknown hand. The content was likely dictated in some form by Robert E. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis memo book begins with a memo from Robert E. Lee regarding the death of Washington College professor Frank Preston. It details his accomplishments, position, and plans for the memorial service. Frank Preston was a Greek professor from 1866-1869 with his death. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe remainder of the memo book contains small notes in an unknown hand, along with several cut and removed pages. The notes appear to be pertaining to class material.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis grade report contains the grades for Washington College student W. S. Graves for the session ending February 8, 1868. The report is filled out and signed by Robert E. Lee as president of the college. The classes includeded are Latin, Greek, German, and Mathematics. Graves recieved \"distinguished\" status in all courses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis contract lays out the terms and conditions for Richardson \u0026amp; Co. of New York, NY to write, edit, and publish a biography on the life and experiences of Robert E. Lee's father, Henry \"Light-Horse Harry\" Lee III. The contract is written and signed by Robert E. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis notice was written by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College. It is a public notice which was posted on March 4, 1868 canceling classes for the day and extending an invitation to \"Cadet Bell's\" funeral. Bell was a VMI cadet who had recently died.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this paper, Robert E. Lee provides several reasons for the extension of the valley's railroad.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter is from Robert E. Lee excusing Frank McCutchan from college from December 24th to December 29th.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis notice written by Robert E. Lee was delivered for the Christmas holiday, stating that classes were suspended from December 25-27 in observance of Christmas. The notice goes on to wish that all students would observe and worship the holiday accordingly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a proposal and sign-up list for donations for the creation of an astronomical observatory at Washington College. The donors include Robert E. Lee, James K. Edmondson, S. J. Campbell, James J. White, L. D. H. Ross, A. M. Glasgow, and William McLaughlin. Each donor made a pledge of $1000.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis printed report compiled by Robert E. Lee and the Washington College Board of Survey is addressing Gilbert C. Walker, the governor of Virginia. In the report, Lee explains the Survey Board's actions in surveying the southern borderline of Virginia for the first time in nearly 100 years. He goes on to explain the revelation of errors in the original survey and recommends that corrections be made accordingly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExcerpt pamphlet from \"The Virginia Magazine of History and Biography\" Vol. 63 No. 1, January 1956. By Allen W. Moger.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWhile serving as First Lieutenant of Engineers in the Army, Robert E. Lee was appointed supervisor to projects in the St. Louis Harbor as well as on the Mississippi River. This letter, from General Charles Gratiot, Chief of Engineers of the Army, served as a letter of introduction for Lee to John Fletcher Darby, mayor of St. Louis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe history of this letter is that at the Mclean House, General Grant, at General Lee's suggestion, himself wrote out in pencil the letter outlining the terms of surrender and, after General Lee had approved it, General Grant asked his secretary, Colonel Parker, to copy it in ink. This was done and then General Grant signed it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA poem written about General Lee's return to Richmond after the Army of Norhtern Virginia's surrender at Appomatox. Written by \"Bertha\" and sent to Robert E. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBeverley Tucker, who was charged as a conspirator in the assassination plot on President Lincoln, sent this letter secretly to Robert E. Lee from Montreal, Canada. The letter explains that if the Civil War's history is left to be written by the \"historians which will spring up in Yankeedom\" it will not properly and honestly explain the South's cause. He therefore suggests that Robert E. Lee join him in Canada and then sail to England with him, where Lee can write a history of the war, the \"sale of which will secure for a you a handsome independence.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA clipping of the anonymous letter from Mary Custis Lee published in the newspaper is included with the letter. The letter is signed only as \"Edward\". However, a note follows the transcription of the letter, reading\n\"This letter is probably from Edward Lee Childe. This based on a note on the reverse of a letter by Mr. P. S. Worsley to Mr. Childe written from Herndon Sept 15th (most likely 1865). On the reverse is a note by General Lee which states:\n29 Sept '65\nEdwd Lee Childe\nsends dedication of P.S. Ensley's (?) Of\nhis translation of Illiad.\nA translation of Homer is mentioned in the text of Edward's letter.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Letcher, a Lexington, Virginia native, Washington Academy alumnus and governor of Virginia from 1860 to 1864, wrote to Robert E. Lee from Lexington not long after his release from prison. Letcher had appointed Lee as commander in chief of Virginia's army after Virginia seceded from the Union, but before Virginia agreed that its forces would be under the direction of Confederate President Jefferson Davis. \nLetcher explains to Lee that he was arrested on May 20 under an order from the Secretary of War, however, Letcher was never charged. He was imprisoned in Washington D.C for more than six weeks, but wrote of his excellent treatment, especially from members of Congress, many who he knew while serving as a member of the House of Representatives from 1851 to 1859. He wrote of an interview with President Andrew Johnson after his release, writing that: \n\"I had a very agreeable interview with President Johnson. He received me most kindly and courteously, and alluded to our former service in Congress, in pleasant terms. He spoke liberally and in the most conciliatory terms of the South, and the Southern people. His manner indicated sincerity and if we meet him in a spirit such as he exhibited, we will have reason to regard him as our best friend. Now that the war is ended, we should exhibit no sullen and dissatisfied spirit, but should encourage harmony and conciliation. We have to live under the same government, and it is the part of wisdom and duty, to seek to restore confidence, and cultivate kindly relations. We must show sincerity, honesty and faithfulness in fulfilling the obligations we have assumed. This is the advice I have given to our people, ever since your surrender.\"\nLetcher goes on to tell Lee of the great respect and kind feelings that officers and others in the North had for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn 1865, shortly after the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia, Robert E. Lee was approached in Richmond by C.B. Richardson of the University Publishing Company of New York. No contract was signed, but the two came to an informal agreement whereby University Publishing Company would have publication privileges if Lee completed a manuscript. For the next five years the two kept up correspondence, with Lee often requesting materials that Richardson would then search out and furnish for him.\nThis letter was a continuation of their correspondence. Richardson had ascertained the wherabouts of General Hampton and General Longstreet and offered to ensure that Lee's letters reached them. He described his search for documents and information from the war, specifically reports from Gettysburg and Chancelorsville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Letcher, a Lexington, Virginia native, Washington Academy alumnus and governor of Virginia from 1860 to 1864 was one of several people from Lexington to write to Lee to inform him of his election as President of Washington College. In this letter, Letcher encourages Lee to take the position, explaining the area, people, stipend and arrangements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn 1865, shortly after the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia, Robert E. Lee was approached in Richmond by C.B. Richardson of the University Publishing Company of New York. No contract was signed, but the two came to an informal agreement whereby University Publishing Company would have publication privileges if Lee completed a manuscript. For the next five years the two kept up correspondence, with Lee often requesting materials that Richardson would then search out and furnish for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a photo copy of the original letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter's envelope accompanies it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Gilliam appears to have sent the exact same letter twice, a couple of weeks apart. Both copies exist in the folder.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letters are photo copies of the originals. The originals are located at the Virginia Military Institute Archives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are two letters with the same content.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA brochure for the Thomas H. Barlow Planetarium is included with the letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluded with the letter is payment via a note from the Adams Express Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn original copy of the lease accompanies the letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVery difficult to read. Likely about sending her son to Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn the back in Lee's handwriting is written: C.B. Richardson sends vol. of Lees Memoirs\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe newspaper clipping is not included.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by AMF Lee and written very personally, this letter was almost certainly written by Anna Maria Goldsborough Fitzhugh, the widow of William Henry Fitzhugh and current owner of Ravensworth plantation, of which Mary Custis Lee and her children were heir to. \nThe letter was written about the general happenings in her life. Anna Maria wrote of how she wished that Lee and his family could visit soon. She mentioned that a boy named \"Robbie\", who was in her care, would be attending Washington College in the winter term.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles Chauncey Burr wrote a lengthy note to Lee to accompany the January 1866 edition of his magazine, Old Guard. Burr was anti-republican, anti-centralization, and anti-consolidation. .\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTalladega, Ala. Jany. 20th 1866\nDear Sir,\nIn common with your fellow countrymen of the South, I rejoice that you have consented to assume a position, in which you may spend the remainder of your honoured life, in the quiet, and honourable work pf educating our noble young men.\nI trust the Legislature of your venerable Commonwealth, will respond favourably \u0026amp; promptly to the plan for enlarging the endowments of your college proposed through you.\nThe ravages of the war just ended, has left many of us without sons to educate, more without present means for educating those who were spared. Yet with proper efforts, our colleges may be re-endowed and our children educated, within our own country, \u0026amp; by professors \u0026amp; teachers, of our own country, by birth, education, moral instincts, and habits of thought.\nI have one son only left me, now near fifteen years of age; my eldest \u0026amp; only other son, living when the war began, having fallen at one of the guns of the Washington, N.O. Artillery, near Drury's Bluff, on the 16th of May 1864.\nMy surviving son, so soon, as he learned you had accepted the Presidency of Washington College, expressed a strong desire, that I should send him there, as soon as he was prepared to enter. I propose gratifying him, if it is possible for me to meet the expenses; provided, non residents of the State of Virginia are allowed to enter that college. It was formerly a State Military College, \u0026amp; I have an impression that its privileges were limited to the Sons of residents of the State. I write for information on that Subject: If I am mistaken in this, then be pleased to inform me, 1st What sum per annum, will cover the entire expenses, except for clothing \u0026amp; traveling. 2nd Whither the course of instruction is upon the plan of the University of Virginia, or that of the ordinary college curriculum of four years, at the end of which the degree of A.B. is conferred?\nI do not expect to send my son off before the summer or fall of the present year, perhaps not so soon as that, the time depending upon the fitness of his preparation. A particular statement of the extent of preparation in the languages \u0026amp; mathematics, necessary for entering in the lowest class, \u0026amp; of the progress required for each succeeding year will be thankfully received.\nWhat is the population of Lexington; To what extent, if any has the Town been destroyed; Is it likely to maintain its former reputation for healthfulness, \u0026amp; for high moral \u0026amp; religious tone?\nWith an apology for the length of this communication, \u0026amp; the expression of a desire that any response you may be pleased to make, shall accord with your own convenience and leisure. I am very respectfully\nYour obt. Servt\nGeo. S. Walden\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Archer Cocke wrote to Robert E. Lee February 1, 1866 from Monticello, Florida. He expresses the wishes of several youths in the Florida region to study at Washington College under Lee's leadership and requests a number of circulars on the college be sent to his address.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLaura G. Ogle wrote to Robert E. Lee from New Castle, Delaware on February 1, 1866. In the letter, she expressed her great admiration for Lee and her desire to emulate his example, despite societal pressures on her as a woman. She explains that her lifelong goal had become to meet and speak with Lee at some point. However, she explains that she has become and \"invalid\" and will remain so for her life, thus restricting herself to remaining in New Castle for the remainder of her life. She ends the letter with a request for a locke of Lee's hair.\u003c/p\u003e"],"odd_heading_ssm":["General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General"],"odd_tesim":["A photostat copy of letter. Original possibly located at Georgia Historical Society. Please contact them for conditions governing use.","A facsimile copy. The location of the original letter is unknown.","Only contains a photocopy and transcription of the letter. The original is believed to be located at the Maryland Historical Society. Please refer to them with any questions regarding conditions governing use.","File consists of a copy of the letter. The location of the original is unknown.","Short note concerning \"Memoir on the U.S. Artillery\" and family matters.","Facsimile copy. Location of original unknown.","File contains a facsimile of the original letter. Location of the original letter is unknown.","This file only includes a photocopy of the letter. Please refer to the Maryland Historical Society with any questions concerning conditions governing use.","The file includes a photocopy of the letter. Original is housed by the Maryland Historical Society. Please refer to them with any questions regarding conditions governing use.","Original copy is housed by the Maryland Historical Society. Please refer to them with any questions regarding conditions governing use.","The original letter is housed by the Maryland Historical Society. Please contact them with any questions regarding the conditions governing use.","The original document is housed by the Maryland Historical Society. Please contact them with any questions regarding the conditions governing use.","Please note that we do not house the original document and are not aware of the conditions governing use.","The original document is housed by the Maryland Historical Society. Please refer to them with any questions regarding the conditions governing use.","The original document is housed at the Maryland Historical Society. Please refer to them with any questions regarding the conditions governing use.","We only house a photocopy of the note. The location of the original document is unknown.","We do not house the original letter, only a photocopy. For conditions governing use, please refer to owner of the original piece.","File includes two photostatic copies of small segments of text. The location of the original notes is unknown.","This file only includes a facsimile of the document mentioned. Please refer to the owner of the original document for conditions governing use.","This file only includes a photostatic copy of the original note. The location of the original document is unknown. Please refer to the owner of the original for conditions governing use.","The file only includes a transcript of the note. Please refer to the owner of the original document with questions regarding conditions governing use.","This file includes a photostatic copy of the original note. Please refer to the owner with any questions regarding conditions governing use.","This file only includes a photocopy of the original letter. Please refer to the owner of the original document with any questions regarding conditions governing use.","The file only includes a copy of the original note. Please refer to the owners of the original document for questions regarding the conditions governing use.","This file only includes a photostatic copy of the original letter. Please refer to the owner of the documents with any questions regarding the conditions governing use.","This furlough request approval from West Point Military Acedemy is addressed to cadet Franklin E. Hunt. It details the nature of the furlough request, the dates of its extent, and the location of teh request.  It is signed by R.E. Lee who was serving as Cadet Adjutant at the time. The second page of the document details the current standing of cadet Hunt's debt with the school as well as his payment from the United States government.","The receipt made on behalf of a $2.25 purchase from Philip Hefs for materials for the harbor of St. Louis, MO and the Mississippi River on March 31, 1838. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","The receipt made for a $12.42 taxation on Titus Hale for access  the Mississippi River on April 30, 1838. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","The receipt made for a $81.63 and $39.38 taxation on B. Brown for access the harbor of St. Louis, MO and the Mississippi River in May of 1838. The charges are for anchored boats and the access of stone drills. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","The receipt made for a $47.50 purchase from J. Swan of the steamboat \"St. Louis\" for materials for the improvement the Mississippi River on June 12, 1838. The purchase is for 10 bales of oakum stored aboard, as well as a \"dragage\" fee. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","The receipt made for a $3.50 taxation on Leander A. Williams for access  the Mississippi River on July 21, 1838. The tax is levied on 500 bricks stored aboard to be used to construct a chimney for a blacksmith shop. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","This is a personal check made out to Robert E. Lee for $25 on June 11, 1839. The check is from the Bank of the State of Missouri based in St. Louis, MO.","The receipt made for a $44.66 taxation on E. A. Tracy for access  the Mississippi River on August 14, 1839. The tax is levied on 2 sacks of coffee stored aboard. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","This is a receipt for assorted materials to be used in the construction of Fort Hudson in New York. The material was received by Captain R. E. Lee on behalf of the US Corps of Engineers for the sum of $25.34. The material included pick axes, water pails, and various construction materials. The materials were purchased from James C. Curch.","This is a personal check made out by Robert E. Lee to Henry Weaver for the sum of $12.37. It comes from the New York Bank of Commerce and is dated September 30, 1841. The subject line reads as for Fort LaFayette.","This contains a ledger page used by Robert E. Lee as agent for Fort Lafayette. He used the ledger to record the acquisition and dispensation of debts and funds for the fort, and by extension the US government. The stated balance due to the government was $604.96 on July 7, 1843. These records were taken while Lee was serving in the US Army Corps of Engineers.","This contains a ledger page used by Robert E. Lee as agent for Battery Hudson. He used the ledger to record the acquisition and dispensation of debts and funds for the fort, and by extension the US government. The stated balance due to the government was $648.77 on June 30, 1844. These records were taken while Lee was serving in the US Army Corps of Engineers.","Various copies of the same will written by Robert E. Lee in 1846. In it he details the distribution of his estate after his death. He leaves the entirity of it to his wife, Mary Custis Lee, and subsequently his children after her death. It also includes a Schedule of Property primarily consisting of stocks and shares own in assorted establishments such as the Bank of Virginia, James River and Kanawka Company, and the National Theatre.  These are all assigned corresponding monetary values, totalling in an estate of $38,750.00. It also details land division amongst his childre.","This is a written persmission for Cadet Samuels at West Point Military Academy to leave the academy to go to the hospital and seek out help from a dentist on April 15, 1853 by Robert E. Lee.","This ledger page is from the treasury of the US Militart Academy at West Point. It details various articles acquired by the academy and their corresponding price and quantities. It is initialed by Robert E. Lee for approval, as he was serving as Superintendent of the academy at the time. The lower half of the page includes, in red ink, details highlighting the relevance of the initials. These details were likely added years later.","The reverse side of the page consists of a table of expenses used for the academy.","This document contains a complete list of all bonds, shares, and stocks in the ownership of Robert E. Lee. Each stock or bond lists the date of its purchase and date of maturity where applicable. It also details the monetary value of the stocks.","This is the official commission by the United States Army extended to Robert E. Lee making him a lieutenant colonel. The document is signed by President Franklin Pierce. This is a photographic copy of the original commission.","This is a quarterly report for the United States Military Academy compiled and apporved by superintendent Robert E. Lee on March 31, 1855. The report details the expenses for the academy for its fiscal quarter. The report lists major details of expense and their individual costs. The total expenses listed for the quarter total $29,036.10.","This document is a general orders issued by the United States Army Headquarters in New York, NY on February 6, 1860. The orders state that Brevet Colonel Robert E. Lee of the 2nd Cavalry has been given command of teh Department of Texas in order to repar the headquarters of the department and assume command. The orders were given by Lieutenant General H. L. Scott, acting Assistant Adjutant Genearal.","This document is a set of general orders issued by General Robert E. Lee to the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia on May 7, 1863. The orders consist of praises for the army's recent victories in battle, as well as time off for the coming Sunday for worship. It goes on to relay a letter from Confederate President Jefferson Davis to the army congratulating them on their victories.","This document is a set of general orders addressing the Confederat Army of Northern Virginia penned by Robert E. Lee on December 7, 1863. The contents primarily highlight the bravery of the Confederate Army members as well as their perceived religious duty. Lee describes what he believes to believes to be a holy duty of the Confederate officers and expresses deep belief in the presence of God with them.","This document is a set of general orders issued by Robert E. Lee to the Confederate Army on February 22, 1865. These orders are a set of new standards to observe in the face of waning supplies and troops. The orders set out that vacant positions are to be filled as soon as possible upon their opening with troops from the rear. Lee goes on to explain new punishment and more stringent rules over any disobedience or evasion of duty.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This copy is a published facsimile.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","The copy is a soldier's copy, accompanied by scanned facsimiles.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","These are two $20 bank notes from the Confederate States of America. These were carried by Robert E. Lee when signing the surrender at Appomattox to General Grant on April 10, 1865.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $169. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $286. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $360. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $253.20. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt facsimile is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $100. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $300. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $150. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $463.86. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This facsimile of a receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $250. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $408.95. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.","This receipt facsimile is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.","This memorandum book contains several notes written by Robert E. Lee during his tenure at Washington College, as well as a set of names and addresses of those he had corresponded with. The memos range from financial management of college resources to Lee's personal thoughts on the role of education in the fabric of society. The list of names and corresponding addresses appears to be composed of various people Lee remained in contact with, some of which being professors and others being former Confederate officers.","The written memos are written beginning on one side of the memo book while the names and addresses begin on the reverse side.","This newspaper article is a clipping from an 1866 newspaper publishing the account of Thomas \"Stonewall\" Jackson's death during the American Civil War. The clipping was cut out and stored by Robert E. Lee during his tenure at Washington College.  The original account comes from Jackson's former Medical Director Hunter McGuire who published it via the Medical College of Virginia.","This note details the donation by Lee of a newspaper from 1800 to the library of Washington College.","This grade report from Washington College is signed by college president Robert E. Lee. The report is for the grades for college student W. C. Cooper for the term of October 31, 1866. The classes Cooper received grades for were Latin and Mathematics.","This annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college. It details the population of preparatory student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.","This annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1867. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.","This annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1868. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.","This copy of an annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1869. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.","This copy of an annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1869. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff. This copy includes an additional note of names who whom copies of the report are to be sent.","In this letter of commission, Robert E. Lee during his tenure as president of Washington College lays out a contract for the supplying of wood to the college.","This is a manuscript of a the proposed biography of Robert E. Lee's father, Henry Lee III. The memoir documents various aspects of his life and his experiences. The memoir is hand written, but in an unknown hand. The content was likely dictated in some form by Robert E. Lee.","This memo book begins with a memo from Robert E. Lee regarding the death of Washington College professor Frank Preston. It details his accomplishments, position, and plans for the memorial service. Frank Preston was a Greek professor from 1866-1869 with his death.","The remainder of the memo book contains small notes in an unknown hand, along with several cut and removed pages. The notes appear to be pertaining to class material.","This grade report contains the grades for Washington College student W. S. Graves for the session ending February 8, 1868. The report is filled out and signed by Robert E. Lee as president of the college. The classes includeded are Latin, Greek, German, and Mathematics. Graves recieved \"distinguished\" status in all courses.","This contract lays out the terms and conditions for Richardson \u0026 Co. of New York, NY to write, edit, and publish a biography on the life and experiences of Robert E. Lee's father, Henry \"Light-Horse Harry\" Lee III. The contract is written and signed by Robert E. Lee.","This notice was written by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College. It is a public notice which was posted on March 4, 1868 canceling classes for the day and extending an invitation to \"Cadet Bell's\" funeral. Bell was a VMI cadet who had recently died.","In this paper, Robert E. Lee provides several reasons for the extension of the valley's railroad.","This letter is from Robert E. Lee excusing Frank McCutchan from college from December 24th to December 29th.","This notice written by Robert E. Lee was delivered for the Christmas holiday, stating that classes were suspended from December 25-27 in observance of Christmas. The notice goes on to wish that all students would observe and worship the holiday accordingly.","This is a proposal and sign-up list for donations for the creation of an astronomical observatory at Washington College. The donors include Robert E. Lee, James K. Edmondson, S. J. Campbell, James J. White, L. D. H. Ross, A. M. Glasgow, and William McLaughlin. Each donor made a pledge of $1000.","This printed report compiled by Robert E. Lee and the Washington College Board of Survey is addressing Gilbert C. Walker, the governor of Virginia. In the report, Lee explains the Survey Board's actions in surveying the southern borderline of Virginia for the first time in nearly 100 years. He goes on to explain the revelation of errors in the original survey and recommends that corrections be made accordingly.","Excerpt pamphlet from \"The Virginia Magazine of History and Biography\" Vol. 63 No. 1, January 1956. By Allen W. Moger.","While serving as First Lieutenant of Engineers in the Army, Robert E. Lee was appointed supervisor to projects in the St. Louis Harbor as well as on the Mississippi River. This letter, from General Charles Gratiot, Chief of Engineers of the Army, served as a letter of introduction for Lee to John Fletcher Darby, mayor of St. Louis.","The history of this letter is that at the Mclean House, General Grant, at General Lee's suggestion, himself wrote out in pencil the letter outlining the terms of surrender and, after General Lee had approved it, General Grant asked his secretary, Colonel Parker, to copy it in ink. This was done and then General Grant signed it.","A poem written about General Lee's return to Richmond after the Army of Norhtern Virginia's surrender at Appomatox. Written by \"Bertha\" and sent to Robert E. Lee.","Beverley Tucker, who was charged as a conspirator in the assassination plot on President Lincoln, sent this letter secretly to Robert E. Lee from Montreal, Canada. The letter explains that if the Civil War's history is left to be written by the \"historians which will spring up in Yankeedom\" it will not properly and honestly explain the South's cause. He therefore suggests that Robert E. Lee join him in Canada and then sail to England with him, where Lee can write a history of the war, the \"sale of which will secure for a you a handsome independence.\"","A clipping of the anonymous letter from Mary Custis Lee published in the newspaper is included with the letter. The letter is signed only as \"Edward\". However, a note follows the transcription of the letter, reading\n\"This letter is probably from Edward Lee Childe. This based on a note on the reverse of a letter by Mr. P. S. Worsley to Mr. Childe written from Herndon Sept 15th (most likely 1865). On the reverse is a note by General Lee which states:\n29 Sept '65\nEdwd Lee Childe\nsends dedication of P.S. Ensley's (?) Of\nhis translation of Illiad.\nA translation of Homer is mentioned in the text of Edward's letter.\"","John Letcher, a Lexington, Virginia native, Washington Academy alumnus and governor of Virginia from 1860 to 1864, wrote to Robert E. Lee from Lexington not long after his release from prison. Letcher had appointed Lee as commander in chief of Virginia's army after Virginia seceded from the Union, but before Virginia agreed that its forces would be under the direction of Confederate President Jefferson Davis. \nLetcher explains to Lee that he was arrested on May 20 under an order from the Secretary of War, however, Letcher was never charged. He was imprisoned in Washington D.C for more than six weeks, but wrote of his excellent treatment, especially from members of Congress, many who he knew while serving as a member of the House of Representatives from 1851 to 1859. He wrote of an interview with President Andrew Johnson after his release, writing that: \n\"I had a very agreeable interview with President Johnson. He received me most kindly and courteously, and alluded to our former service in Congress, in pleasant terms. He spoke liberally and in the most conciliatory terms of the South, and the Southern people. His manner indicated sincerity and if we meet him in a spirit such as he exhibited, we will have reason to regard him as our best friend. Now that the war is ended, we should exhibit no sullen and dissatisfied spirit, but should encourage harmony and conciliation. We have to live under the same government, and it is the part of wisdom and duty, to seek to restore confidence, and cultivate kindly relations. We must show sincerity, honesty and faithfulness in fulfilling the obligations we have assumed. This is the advice I have given to our people, ever since your surrender.\"\nLetcher goes on to tell Lee of the great respect and kind feelings that officers and others in the North had for him.","In 1865, shortly after the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia, Robert E. Lee was approached in Richmond by C.B. Richardson of the University Publishing Company of New York. No contract was signed, but the two came to an informal agreement whereby University Publishing Company would have publication privileges if Lee completed a manuscript. For the next five years the two kept up correspondence, with Lee often requesting materials that Richardson would then search out and furnish for him.\nThis letter was a continuation of their correspondence. Richardson had ascertained the wherabouts of General Hampton and General Longstreet and offered to ensure that Lee's letters reached them. He described his search for documents and information from the war, specifically reports from Gettysburg and Chancelorsville.","John Letcher, a Lexington, Virginia native, Washington Academy alumnus and governor of Virginia from 1860 to 1864 was one of several people from Lexington to write to Lee to inform him of his election as President of Washington College. In this letter, Letcher encourages Lee to take the position, explaining the area, people, stipend and arrangements.","In 1865, shortly after the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia, Robert E. Lee was approached in Richmond by C.B. Richardson of the University Publishing Company of New York. No contract was signed, but the two came to an informal agreement whereby University Publishing Company would have publication privileges if Lee completed a manuscript. For the next five years the two kept up correspondence, with Lee often requesting materials that Richardson would then search out and furnish for him.","This is a photo copy of the original letter.","The letter's envelope accompanies it.","Mrs. Gilliam appears to have sent the exact same letter twice, a couple of weeks apart. Both copies exist in the folder.","The letters are photo copies of the originals. The originals are located at the Virginia Military Institute Archives.","There are two letters with the same content.","A brochure for the Thomas H. Barlow Planetarium is included with the letter.","Included with the letter is payment via a note from the Adams Express Company.","An original copy of the lease accompanies the letter.","Very difficult to read. Likely about sending her son to Washington College.","On the back in Lee's handwriting is written: C.B. Richardson sends vol. of Lees Memoirs","The newspaper clipping is not included.","Signed by AMF Lee and written very personally, this letter was almost certainly written by Anna Maria Goldsborough Fitzhugh, the widow of William Henry Fitzhugh and current owner of Ravensworth plantation, of which Mary Custis Lee and her children were heir to. \nThe letter was written about the general happenings in her life. Anna Maria wrote of how she wished that Lee and his family could visit soon. She mentioned that a boy named \"Robbie\", who was in her care, would be attending Washington College in the winter term.","Charles Chauncey Burr wrote a lengthy note to Lee to accompany the January 1866 edition of his magazine, Old Guard. Burr was anti-republican, anti-centralization, and anti-consolidation. .","Talladega, Ala. Jany. 20th 1866\nDear Sir,\nIn common with your fellow countrymen of the South, I rejoice that you have consented to assume a position, in which you may spend the remainder of your honoured life, in the quiet, and honourable work pf educating our noble young men.\nI trust the Legislature of your venerable Commonwealth, will respond favourably \u0026 promptly to the plan for enlarging the endowments of your college proposed through you.\nThe ravages of the war just ended, has left many of us without sons to educate, more without present means for educating those who were spared. Yet with proper efforts, our colleges may be re-endowed and our children educated, within our own country, \u0026 by professors \u0026 teachers, of our own country, by birth, education, moral instincts, and habits of thought.\nI have one son only left me, now near fifteen years of age; my eldest \u0026 only other son, living when the war began, having fallen at one of the guns of the Washington, N.O. Artillery, near Drury's Bluff, on the 16th of May 1864.\nMy surviving son, so soon, as he learned you had accepted the Presidency of Washington College, expressed a strong desire, that I should send him there, as soon as he was prepared to enter. I propose gratifying him, if it is possible for me to meet the expenses; provided, non residents of the State of Virginia are allowed to enter that college. It was formerly a State Military College, \u0026 I have an impression that its privileges were limited to the Sons of residents of the State. I write for information on that Subject: If I am mistaken in this, then be pleased to inform me, 1st What sum per annum, will cover the entire expenses, except for clothing \u0026 traveling. 2nd Whither the course of instruction is upon the plan of the University of Virginia, or that of the ordinary college curriculum of four years, at the end of which the degree of A.B. is conferred?\nI do not expect to send my son off before the summer or fall of the present year, perhaps not so soon as that, the time depending upon the fitness of his preparation. A particular statement of the extent of preparation in the languages \u0026 mathematics, necessary for entering in the lowest class, \u0026 of the progress required for each succeeding year will be thankfully received.\nWhat is the population of Lexington; To what extent, if any has the Town been destroyed; Is it likely to maintain its former reputation for healthfulness, \u0026 for high moral \u0026 religious tone?\nWith an apology for the length of this communication, \u0026 the expression of a desire that any response you may be pleased to make, shall accord with your own convenience and leisure. I am very respectfully\nYour obt. Servt\nGeo. S. Walden","William Archer Cocke wrote to Robert E. Lee February 1, 1866 from Monticello, Florida. He expresses the wishes of several youths in the Florida region to study at Washington College under Lee's leadership and requests a number of circulars on the college be sent to his address.","Laura G. Ogle wrote to Robert E. Lee from New Castle, Delaware on February 1, 1866. In the letter, she expressed her great admiration for Lee and her desire to emulate his example, despite societal pressures on her as a woman. She explains that her lifelong goal had become to meet and speak with Lee at some point. However, she explains that she has become and \"invalid\" and will remain so for her life, thus restricting herself to remaining in New Castle for the remainder of her life. She ends the letter with a request for a locke of Lee's hair."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003e[Identification of item], Robert E. Lee Family Papers, WLU Coll 0064, Special Collections and Archives, James G. Leyburn Library, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA.\u003cp\u003eIn some cases the citation format may vary. Please contact Special Collections' staff to verify the appropriate format.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/p\u003e  "],"prefercite_tesim":["[Identification of item], Robert E. Lee Family Papers, WLU Coll 0064, Special Collections and Archives, James G. Leyburn Library, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA.In some cases the citation format may vary. Please contact Special Collections' staff to verify the appropriate format."],"relatedmaterial_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eFor Benjamin S. Elliott's later correspondence with Lee, see his letter from April 27, 1866 in Folder 56.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee the letter from Hope dated March 22nd, 1866 in folder 49.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee Charles B. Richardson's earlier letter to Robert E. Lee written March 20th, 1866 in folder 49.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Benjamin S. Elliott's earlier correspondence with Lee, see his letter from April 10, 1866 in Folder 53.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor context of this note, see Algernon Sidney Vigus' original letter to Lee dated April 9th, 1866 in folder 53.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Dawes Appleton wrote another letter to Robert E. Lee, dated May 23rd, 1866, asking how to prepare his son for Washington College as soon as possible. This letter can be found in folder 61.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe outcome of the decision of the shareholders meeting can be found in C. Williams' letter to Lee marked May 19th, 1866 in folder 61.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel S. Mathers' peronsal letter to Robert E. Lee, dated 1866-07-30, which accompanied the original George Washington letter he returned to the college. This item is also located in the secure file.\u003c/p\u003e"],"relatedmaterial_heading_ssm":["Related Materials","Related Materials","Related Materials","Related Materials","Related Materials","Related Materials","Related Materials","Related Materials"],"relatedmaterial_tesim":["For Benjamin S. Elliott's later correspondence with Lee, see his letter from April 27, 1866 in Folder 56.","See the letter from Hope dated March 22nd, 1866 in folder 49.","See Charles B. Richardson's earlier letter to Robert E. Lee written March 20th, 1866 in folder 49.","For Benjamin S. Elliott's earlier correspondence with Lee, see his letter from April 10, 1866 in Folder 53.","For context of this note, see Algernon Sidney Vigus' original letter to Lee dated April 9th, 1866 in folder 53.","George Dawes Appleton wrote another letter to Robert E. Lee, dated May 23rd, 1866, asking how to prepare his son for Washington College as soon as possible. This letter can be found in folder 61.","The outcome of the decision of the shareholders meeting can be found in C. Williams' letter to Lee marked May 19th, 1866 in folder 61.","Samuel S. Mathers' peronsal letter to Robert E. Lee, dated 1866-07-30, which accompanied the original George Washington letter he returned to the college. This item is also located in the secure file."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThis collection contains primary and secondary resources pertaining to Robert E. Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W\u0026amp;L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865 - 1870. Adminstrative papers, such as President's Reports, etc..., from Robert E. Lee's presidency of the school may be found within the W\u0026amp;L University Archives. Please contact W\u0026amp;L Special Collections for information regarding the University Archives.\u003c/p\u003e  ","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Robert E. Lee to William McCloud Bowe dated April 18, 1863 rejecting a request for furlough from the army. The letter was likely dictated but is signed by Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Robert E. Lee to Edward Turner about the death of Col. J. A. Washington (John Augustine Washington) at Valley River, dated 14 September 14, 1861\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn Special Order 56, Army of Northern Virginia, which is dated Feb 27, 1864, Lee decrees the end of Lieutenant Granville Gray's career stating that he is now living in the lunatic asylum in Staunton, Va. The document was written in Staunton. It is signed by Walter H. Taylor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRobert E. Lee's last order as commander of the Army of Northern Virginia.  This copy is written and signed by Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Robert E. Lee writes to the Board of Trustess of Washington College accepting the presidency of the institution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter contains information about the furniture that Charles Marshall is purchasing for Lee in Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lee writes to Rathmell Wilson in Philadelphia that the Washington College Board of Trustees has elected to let him purchase books for the institution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter written from Sweet Springs Robert E. Lee writies that due to his health he won't be returning to the college right away.  He asks all the faculty to help the students prepare for classes.  A transcription is housed with this letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lee gives a prospective student advice on the choosing which state institution of higher to attend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lee writes to Campbell, who had recently been asked to be Superintent of the Rockbridge County Schools, that he does not think accepting this position would greatly impact his duties at Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is Robert E. Lee's signed Oath of office as President of Washington College.  It is signed William White.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWritten excuse by Robert E. Lee for William H. Kinckle to go to church on Good Friday and miss his recitation as a result.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Robert E. Lee talks his wife's health and making trips to Hot Springs and Warm Springs.  He also mentions his two daughters Agnes and Mildred.  He makes mentions of rumors that George Washington Custis Lee recently got engaged.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis order by Adjutant General and Inspector General of the Confederate Army, Samuel Cooper, raises Robert E. Lee to General in Chief of the Armies of the Confederacy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Robert E. Lee writes to the students about the effects of their disruptive behavior on the town and asks them to minimize that behavior during the upcoming April Fools Day parade.  A transcription of the letter is housed with the original item.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lee thanks Walter H. Galt, who established Galt Jewelers in Washington, DC, for a color photograph of George Washington Parke Custis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter from Robert E. Lee to Stilson Hutchins, founder of the Washington Post, thanks him for copies of the St. Louis Times, which contained an article on Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Frank A. Waddill, Class of 1870, to the faculty requesting permission for five days off from school.  Note on the back of the board to which the letter is glued: 'Frank A. Waddill was a classmate (roomate?) of Wilmer H. Shields at Washington College (and then Washington and Lee University)...'\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lee writes to Blair Robertson returning the pet chicken, which was originally a gift from Robertson, to its orginal owner for safe keeping.  Lee feels that harm may come to the chicken as the military is moving camp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaf from first Washington College catalogue, which was printed before Lee was official invested as college president in October 1865.  He is listed as the President and a Professor of Mental and Moral Science, Lee but never actually taught at the college.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Mary Custis Lee writes to an unknown correspondentabout her ailments, travel, General Grant's movements through VA, and inflation.  The letter was written from Richmond in 1864.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis photograph is of Robert E. Lee with his floppy tie. The inscription on back says 'for my young friend John Opie from Mary Custis Lee'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLee writes to Louisa upon the death of her father, John Augustine Washington, who was killed in battle during the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Robert E. Lee writes to Louisa about the last letter ever written by her father John Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Robert E. Lee asks Louise when he can see her and invites her to visit his military camp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lee writes to Louisa about arrangements for the family to received her father's (John Augustine Washington) personal papers. He notes that John was the last proprietor of Mount Vernon of the family of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lee writes to Louisa about her cousin Charles Alexander who was taken by the Union military as a prisoner of war.  He writes that he has made a request for Alexander's release.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lee writes to Louisa about suggestions for what to inscribe on her father's (John Augustine Washington) tombstone.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is Robert E. Lee's last will and testament.  There is also a note on back of will from November 7, 1870.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThree (3) copies of handbill/broadside 'Funeral Obsequies. October 15, 1870.' for funeral of Robert E. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a letter and a portrait of Julia Gratiot, R.E. Lee's niece and wife of General Charles Gratiot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter included a carte de viite photograph from Lee to J. D. Driesbach's son. The photograph was removed to the Robert E. Lee photographs box.\nThe year of the letter was originally mis-identified as 1866 and it is physically located in the box that includes letters written in October 1866.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluded in this folder are two copies of Robert E. Lee's will. One copy is a photograph of the original will. The other copy is a published transcription and facsimile of the will, created by Washington and Lee University in 1928.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis contract details the agreement between the Washington College Survey Board and the renowned topographical surveyor Jedadiah Hotchkiss. It is a contract for Hotchkiss to perform various surveys on behalf of the Board of Survey to expand the college's map resources. The five year contract stipulates assorted restrictions on Hotchkiss's rights to the maps. It is signed by R.E. Lee on behalf of the Board of Survey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotations are in Lee's hand\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWest Point cadet Putnam writes to his father regarding his  his first semester at the academy. He mentions a number of officers including West Point Superintendent Robert E. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW.N. Pendleton writes to Lee upon learning of his election to the Presidency of Washington College. Pendleton writes \"chiefly as a resident of Lexington for the last ten or twelve years, and an observer of the college this wile [sic] to give you my impressions respecting the locality, Institution, etc.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters are included, one from William MacFarland to Robert E. Lee and one from Reverdy Johnson to William MacFarland. MacFarland referenced the Johnson letter in his own letter to Lee and included it in the envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA Letter of reference from Alabama Supreme Court Justice John D. Phelan and Benjamin H. Porter is included with the letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRalph Lete wrote to Robert E. Lee on February 1, 1866 from Ironton, Ohio. He wrote to express his admiration for Lee, as well as to request a course catalog of Washington College for his son to potentially attend the school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter, Jones Bros. \u0026amp; Co. Subscription Book Publishers of Philadelphia, PA wrote a business letter to Robert E. Lee on February 2, 1866. In the letter, the company attempts to solicit their services to publish Lee's current writings on his Civil War Campaigns.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. Temple of Richmond, Virginia to Robert E. Lee on February 2, 1866. In the letter, Temple requests that Lee send him a number of circulars on Washington College for those in the area of Richmond who are interested in attending.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. B. Williams of Enfield, North Carolina to Robert E. Lee. He wrote to request a set of course catalogs for Washington College, and explains that he is recommending the school to his students.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by W. W. Anderson of Bethany, West Virginia on February 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Anderson explains his dissatisfaction with the state of Bethany College. He requests that Lee, upon evaluation, accept himself and a dozen other Bethany College students into Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Robert H. Patterson of Abingdon, Virginia on February 3, 1866. Patterson wrote to request Lee send to him a catalog of Washington College as well as the Law School.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Joseph Finnegan of Fenandina, Florida on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Finnegan explains to Lee that his friend, Captain Taylor, had recently passed away. He goes on to explain that Captain Taylor's two son's were currently attending Washington College. Finnegan continues to explain that the sons of Taylor are likely undisciplined due to their lack of quality education in their formative years. He requests that Lee offer them additional guidance in their situation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Captain William Parker Snow of Nyack, New York on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Snow explains his intense admiration for Lee and his leadership. He explains that he is in the process of authoring a monograph on the subject of southern generals during the Civil War. He goes on to express his patriotism for the United States in its current form and his admiration of Lee's willingness to fight for what he believed in.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by C. B. Richardson of New York, NY on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Richardson expresses his company's interest in Lee's experiences, and mentions an included copy of a book on the \"Army of the Potomac\" for Lee to examine. Richardson also requests a photograph of General Pendleton be sent with Lee's response.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by M. Taylor on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Taylor explains to Lee that a catalog previously requested of Lee did not arrive with its accompanying letter. Taylor goes on to explain that he sent his sons to Washington College without first knowing the requirements due to the missing catalog.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by H. B. Magruder of Greensboro, Alabama on February 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written on behalf of the Southern University's branch of the Clariosophic Society to Lee, extending to him honorary membership based upon the merit of his actions during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written on behalf of the Virginia Railroad Company in Richmond, Virginia on February 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter was written to Lee to inform him of a bill advocating the railroad's repair and to continue his support of the reconstruction of Virginia's infrastructure. The letter includes the bill itself, a printed prospectus, and assorted newspaper clippings referencing the project.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by R. L. Dabney to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Dabney relayed that Lee's previous letter had been delivered to  him safely. He goes on to thank Lee for his advice and describes ways in which he applied it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by George J. Stewart of Madison Station, Virginia on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Stewart explains that he intends to apply to and attend Washington College for the coming semester. He also explains that he very much desired to attend the school where Lee was president, which led to a mistaken application to Virginia Military Institute where he initially believed Lee was president.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Sam Beach Jones of Bridgeton, New Jersey on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Jones relays that he his sending in tandem a copy of General Patterson's publication, which he would like Lee to look over and potentially give his permission to use Lee's name within.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Charles Marshall on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Marshall relays to Lee that his previous letter had been received, and that he is heeding Lee's advice as best he can.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Rathwell Wilson in Philidelphia, Pennsylvania on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Wilson explains that he has recently inherited of a scientific library of books from his late brother, Thomas B. Wilson. He expresses his desire to donate a large portion it to various southern institutions of higher learning. He goes on to express his desire for Washington College to be one of the institutions to benefit from his donation. Included in the letter is a list of various monographs which Wilson sent to Washington College. Each title includes the number of volumes which were donated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Major C. H. Woodward of Rockbridge Baths, Virginia on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Woodward requests a loan from Lee, which he promises to repay in short order.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. W. Francis on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Francis explains to Lee that he has in his possession two documents that were taken from Lee's Arlington house during the Civil War by the army stationed on the Potomac. The documents mentioned include a deed dated 1632 and a work on the \"Anti-Christian Conspiracy.\" Francis expresses his desire to return these items to Lee's possession at his earliest convenience.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Samuel H. Anderson from Georgetown College in Washington, DC on February 8, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Anderson explains in the letter that the Philodemic Society of Georgetown College had elected to make Lee an honorary member.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by a representative of Lancaster \u0026amp; Co from Richmond, Virginia on February 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company is informing Lee of a check from the treasurer of Ohio made out to Lee for $105 accrued in interest on bonds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by George Washignton Garmany from Savannah, Georgia on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Garmany wrote the letter as a recommendation for John B. Mays, a potential student of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Charles O. DeLahoussaye in New Orleans, Louisiana on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, DeLahoussaye writes requesting that Lee send a catalog for Virginia Military Institute, as he desires to send his nephew to atttend school. DeLahoussaye potentially erroneously ascertained that Lee was the president of VMI.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by M. A. Gibbs from Vicksburg, Mississippi on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. He requests in the letter that Lee admit his son into Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Sam Tyler from Frederick City, Maryland on February 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Tyler informs Lee that Prof. Baer intends to have a collection of minerals identified and labeled within several months for the use of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by L. Davis from Prospect Hill, Georgia on February 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Davis relays to Lee that he had heard a speech on history recounting the evacuation of Richmond by Jefferson Davis, and transcribed a section he believed would be of interest to Lee, which is also included with the letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by W. M. Black from Lynchburg, Virginia on February 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Black explains to Lee that a package has been recovered at his Southern Express Company office that contains cash addressed to Lee. He requests that Lee respond with instructions on what to do with the package.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by John Raglan Glascock from the University of Virginia on February 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Glascock requests that a catalog or circular for Washington College be forwarded to him at the request of a friend from California interested in attending.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. B. Heck on February 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter acts as a bill and statement of service to Washington College. Heck states the materials needed and the requested services for building shelving for the Washington College Library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. P. Branch from Augusta, Georgia on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Branch expresses his admiration for Lee and requests an autograph be sent to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by L. Jervey from Charleston, South Carolina on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Jervey informed Lee of a bulk of cotton in his possession that he wishes to give to Lee. He goes on to praise him for his character and actions during the war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by A. B. Robertson from New Wartrace, Tennessee on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Robertson requests Lee to send him a circular on Washington College. He goes on to explain his motivations in doing so.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Mrs. E. F. Farrar and Annie De Moss from Vicksburg, Mississippi on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The two women write that their letter includes a check for $536 intended for Stonewall Jackson's widow and child, and request that Lee forward it at his convenience. The letter continues and expresses the pain that is felt by them in defeat after the war's end, and describe the nature with which life continues in the south. They express their admiration for both Jackson and Lee, and describe the reverence with which their names are held in their households.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by A. S. Buford from Richmond, Virginia on February 16, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Buford writes from Richmond as president of the Richmond \u0026amp; Danville Rail Road, and presents to Lee tickets for use on the railroad. He concludes by requesting an autograph from Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by William P. Marlin on February 16, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Marlin writes to request that Lee send to his address a circular for Washington College for his son, a prospective student.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Burk, Herbert \u0026amp; Co. from Alexandria, Virginia on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company is writing to inform Lee that $25 have been added to the account of Sydney Smith Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. Warner from Washington, D.C. on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Warner writes to Lee to inform that he had come across an individual in Philadelphia in possession of a scrapbook of material relating to the Washington family. Warner requests that Lee relay any knowledge which could be used to return the scrapbook to its rightful owner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by George, Count Joannes from New York City on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, he expresses his admiration of Lee and his displeasure with the established concepts of Reconstruction and of the \"radical cloud\" rising from Congress. He makes mention of his public letters which have been published in the New York News. He goes on to say that when he next visits Virginia that he will donate to Washington College a portion of his profits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by N. B. Feagin from Midway, Alabama on February 18, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Fiegan requests Lee send to him a Washington College circular due to his interest in attending.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by M. S. Clarke from Louisville, Kentucky on February 19, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Clarke requsts a set of catalogs for himself and several other young men in his area, as they are interesting in attending Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Henry B. Dawson from Morrisania, New York on February 18, 1866. In the letter, Dawson expresses his interest in Lee's efforts to publish his father's memoirs. Dawson offers his assistance as an historian, and includes a segment of \u003ctitle\u003eThe Historical Magazine\u003c/title\u003e highlighting his past historical work.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by C. R. Hubbard from Montgomery, Alabama on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hubbard asks Lee to send to him a catalogue of classes at Washington College, as well to write back any information that would ensure his admission to the college.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Frank Magruder from Goshen, Kentucky on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Magruder requests that Lee send to him a circular for Washington College, as his son is interested in attending the school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by D. S. Mulee from Fort Pulaski, Georgia on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Mulee writes from the fort prison, vouching for the character of his friend, John M. Taylor's, sons who had been sent to attend school at Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Charles E. Waters from Baltimore, Maryland on February 21, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Waters describes how the ladies of Baltimore are organizing a fair to raise funds for the relief of southerners affected bt the Civil War. He requests, at the suggestion of his wife, that Lee send a set of his autographs to be sold at the fair to raise money for their cause.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter is written by Robert E. Lee Jr. on February 19, 1866 to his father, Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Robert E. Lee Jr. expresses to his father that he was happy to hear from him and his mother recently. He goes on to ask advice from his father regarding the mill he now operates. He explains the situation of some mechanical problems witht he mill and dam, and asks his father to provide advice on the course of action to take and how to apply the repairs effectively.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was writen by J. Lawrence Saulsbury from Richmond, Virginia on February 20, 1866. Saulsbury begins the letter by expressing his admiration for Lee and his wish to meet him in person. He then transitions into encouraging Lee to allow the company he represents,  Blakeney \u0026amp; Co., to supply Washington College's students with sets of gold pens at the cost of $1 each.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by W. P. Moore from Palmyra, Missouri on February 22, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Moore requests a response from Lee on the question of to whom he needed to seek the copyright of Lee's historical exploits during the war while in Missouri.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Laura G. Ogle from New Castle, Delaware on February 23, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is a follow up to a previous response given by Lee. Ogle expresses her gratitude for Lee's fulfillment of her reqeust of a signed photograph.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by former CSA Staff member of General Stevenson, Major George L. Gillespie from Chatanooga, Tennessee on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Gillespie writes the letter as an introduction to two relatives of his attending Washington College, Robert N. and Thomas J. Gillespie. He vouches for their quality of character and hopes Lee will provide them with a role model.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Horace Sheley on behalf of the Philologic Society of Westminster College on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter extends an invitation for Lee to become and honorary member of the Philologic Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by William H. Botts from Glasgow, Kentucky on February  26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Botts writes to introduce Buford Leslie to Lee and vouch for his character while he attends Washignton College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by William Brazelton from New Market, Tennessee on February 25, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Brazelton writes as a way to introduce J. M. Gillespie from Rhea County who attended Washington College. He also explains some events of his life, as well as the nature of young southern men.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written on behalf of the company of art-dealers Butler, Perrigo, and Way from Baltimore, Maryland on February 26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The dealers express their thanks to Lee for sending them a series of autographs they had previously requested. They inform Lee that the autographs are to be framed and sold by their dealership.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by D. Creel from Chillicothe, Ohio on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter begins by praising Lee and making several biblical comparisons to Lee. Creel continues and begins to refer to his relation to Stonewall Jackson by marriage, and begins to recount events of Jackson's life as he viewed them up until his death during the Civil War. Creel also describes events of his own life, including raids by northern militias on his home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written on behalf of Jones Bros. \u0026amp; Co. from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on February 26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company writes to follow up on Lee's rejection of the previous offer for the company to publish his personal works. The follow up resolves with an open offer should Lee change his mind.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written on behalf of the Demosthenian Society from the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The Demosthenian Society writes to inform Lee that he has been made an honorary member based upon his reputation and actions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Bishop J. Johns on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Johns writes from Theological Seminary to inform Lee of the death of \"Bishop Meade.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written on behalf of the Demosthenian Society of Roanoke College from Salem, Virginia on February 28, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The society writes to inform Lee that he has been elected to be an honorary member of the society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by the Cordes Sisters and their personal friend Mary Byrnes from Ridgevill, South Carolina on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter was sent in care of the sisters' father, Captain Theodore Cordes from Charleston, South Carolina. The letter is a follow up to a previous request of the sisters that went unanswered from December of 1865. The sisters requested some small memento from Lee, as they had great respect for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Mary G. Slaughter on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Slaughter writes to introduce Stark Arnold to Lee as the nephew of Stonewall Jackson. She vouches for his integrity and explains his situation of desiring an education without direct means. She requests that Lee assist him in gaining an education.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by G. W. Leyburn from Big Lick, Virginia on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Leyburn makes reference to a previous conversation he and Lee had regarding the nature of education. He expands on this topic and asks a series of questions regarding education in the South and requests a written response to the questions. He explains that he wishes to have Lee's stance while Leyburn acts to acquire subscriptions for Washington College's endowment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Mrs. M. B. Smith from Port Royal, Virginia on March 1, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Smith informs Lee that she wishes for her son to attend Washington College. She requests Lee for a school catalogue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. M. Handely on March 1, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Handely requests a copy of Lee's ongoing work on the history of the \"Great Rebellion.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter and attached news clippings were written by Edward A. Pollard from Norfolk, Virginia on March 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Pollard explains, in reference to a previous correspondence, that he has become aware of an individual who has published his own scholarly work on the Civil War called \"The Lost Cause\" in the newspaper \u003ci\u003eThe New York News\u003c/i\u003e and is seeking action. He sent the letter attached with two clippings from papers in which Pollard directly addresses the culprit and publicly denounces his actions of infringement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written on behalf of the Great Southern \u0026amp; Western Accident \u0026amp; Life Insurace Company of New Orleans, Louisiana on March 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company writes to inform Lee that he has been elected one of five members of the Non-Resident Board of stockholders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by W. S. Neal on behalf of the Jefferson Davis Society of the Stonewall Institute from Perry County, Alabama on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter explains the society's purpose and goals, while praising southern ideals. It then invites and requests Lee to become a member of the society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. Longstreet from New Orleans, Louisiana on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Longstreet writes to Lee informing him that he has inserted Lee's name as a one of the non-resident board of directors for the Great Southern and Western Life and Accident Insurance Company. He gives description of the company and its then-current assets. Included with the letter is a typed transcript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. Johns Jr. from Richmond, Virginia on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Johns writes to Lee that his letter accompanies another letter from Dr. Julius Doetsh. He explains that, upon his advice, Doetsh wishes to make a translation of Lee's work. He then vouches for Doetsh's credentials and character.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Dr. Julius Edmund Doetsh from Richmond, Virginia on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Doetsh introduces himself to Lee and makes an offer to translate Lee's in-progress memoirs into German for European publication. He explains that interest in Europe is high for such a publication, and explains the potential avenues for publication which he can take advantage of.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by W. H. McGuire from Washington, DC on March 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In her letter, McGuire relays to Lee her thanks for his assistance and relaying of the news of her husband's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Thomas H. Ellis from Richmond, Virginia on March 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Ellis writes to inform Lee that the company's general assembly has voted to move forward with granting a French company an amended charter with contents that had been requested by the French company. He goes on to express his unease at working with the French, given bad relations and lack of resources following the Civil War. He then requests Lee write to him his opinions on the topics of the canal project, as well as peace relations abroad.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. Speer Howarth from Delaware County, Pennsylvania on March 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Howarth requests information on Washington College pertaining to its student population and the general atmosphere of the college.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. Emanuel on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Emanuel expresses interest in sending his son to Washington College and requests information on admission.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by George Michael Branner from Knoxville, Tennessee on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Branner writes the letter as an introduction to his son Hardy Bryan Branner and his friend Rudolph Bryan. He vouches for their character, and explains that all funds for their education are accommodated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by E. C. Middleton from Washington, DC on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Middleton introduces his agent, E. F. Lutz of Baltimore. Middleton then explains that his previous request of an oil painting of Lee had been rejected due to a lack of one existing. Middleton explains that Lutz will take notes of Lee's complexion and then, using a recent photograph by Mathew Brady, create an oil painting which he wishes Lee to sign.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by John W. Lapsley from Shelby County, Alabama on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. He writes to Lee introducing his son, John B. Lapsley who is attending Washington College. He goes into deep detail about his son's mannerisms and behavior, expressing hope that Lee's leadership will help to mold him appropriately.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Benjamin B. Stith from Bewleyville, Kentucky on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Stith writes that he wishes to send his son to a military academy, believing Lee to be the president of VMI. He asks Lee to send him information and his favor in accepting his son into the school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Thomas E. McNeill from Lynchburg, Virginia on March 8, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. McNeill writes to share with Lee the mission of the newly-formed Virginia Mining and Manufacturing Bureau. He asks Lee for his support and includes an attached circular pertaining to the organization.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by William W. Early from Hyattsville, Maryland on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Early requests from Lee a catalogue of classes for Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by N. S. Ray from Lebanon, Kentucky on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Ray asks in the letter for a catalogue of studies, as well as general information for Washington College. Ray explains that his son wishes to transfer from Centre College in Kentucky to Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by William Hunter from Savannah, Georgia on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hunter writes to Lee informing him that his three sons wish to attend Washington College. He describes the natures of his sons as well as their academic potential.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThs letter was written by E. L. Hadden from New York City on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hadden writes to Lee informing him that he is returning to Lee a series of items recovered from the occupation of Arlington House at the onset of the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. L. Hocker on behalf of the Periclean Society of the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written to inform Lee that he has been elected as an honorary member of the society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by C. Newton from Louisiana State Seminary (later Louisiana State University) on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written to inform Lee that a society has been formed at the school named the Lee Society, and that Lee has been elected an honorary member.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by VMI Superintendent Francis H. Smith on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Smith writes to inform Lee that a new VMI cadet, William F. Dancey, believes that the damage to VMI has resulted in the institution being unable to perform its purpose. He relays Dancey's desire to instead enroll in Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Sam Barnett from Washington, Georgia on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Barnett writes to Lee informing him that his ward, William H. Barnett, wishes to attended Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Rathmell Wilson from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Wilson writes the letter as a follow up to his previous correspondence with Lee regarding the donation of Thomas B. Wilson's library to Washington College. Wilson inquires whether the boxes of books arrived as planned. He also indicates that he wishes to donate further books in his possession to Washington College on the stipulation that the donated books be cared for, retain Thomas Wilson's book plate, and be called \"the Wilson contribution to the Library of Washington College.\" Wilson additionally indicates that he has included a copy of Thomas Wilson's memoir in the donation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. Marshall Dent from Maryland Agricultural College on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Dent explains to Lee that the classes at Maryland Agricultural College are to be suspended by March 25. He requests information on Washington College and inquires of the possibility of enrolling late in the term.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by C. G. Freuman from Eminence, Kentucky on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Freuman requests that Lee send him a catalog for the \"military institute\" which Lee is head of, mistakenly assuming Lee is the head of Virginia Military Institute also in Lexington, VA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by William H. Kinnon from Tangipaho Station, Lousiana on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Kinnon writes to request information on costs of attendance for the sons of his five sisters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by C. B. Richardson from New York City on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Richardson thanks Lee for his previous correspondence and expresses interest in sending Lee a series of documents and books to assist him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by S. D. Stuart from Baltimore, Maryland on March 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Stuart writes on behalf of Mrs. James Robb, asking for a likeness of Lee, whom she greatly admires.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by George William Green from Shieldfield , Newcastle on Tyne, England.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by W. Scott Glore from Louisville, Kentucky to Robert E. Lee. Glore offers to pay for $1000 of the publication costs of Lee's proposed book on his campaigns during the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by P. T. Moore from Richmond, Virginia to Robert E. Lee. Moore explains that his friend from the British Parliament has requested an autographed photograph and he inquires about a potential faculty position in Agriculture or Geology at Washington College for Dr. Thomas Antisell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by American educator Emma Willard on March 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Willard introduces herself and explains that she is a writer of history and has followed Lee's career through the war. She expresses her wish to establish contact with various generals, including Lee, to record their views of experiences for an upcoming school history book on the topic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to R. E. Lee was written by S. S. Scranton and J. B. Burr from the American Publishing Company of Hartford, Connecticut. They write to inquire on Lee's status in writing his history of the war, and continue to express interest in negotiating a publishing contract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter informs Robert E. Lee of his honorary membership to the Jackson Society, a literary society at the College of William and Mary. This was written by J. A. G. Williamson, the secretary of the society.  The reverse shows that Robert E. Lee answered the letter on March 23rd, 1866.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from Meade Woodson of Fincastle, Botetourt County, VA. Woodson writes to Lee on behalf of a Ms. Hamilton who is considering sending her two sons to the institution. She wonders if there will military training at Washington College and if there's boarding for students available with Christian professors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a letter from William C. Folkes to Robert E. Lee. He has sent a list of Battle Reports from the Confederate States of America (CSA). Along with the letter is a yellow piece of paper listing the battles recognized by the CSA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was sent to Robert E. Lee from \"Fanny\" Bain, a corresponding secretary of the Eunomian Literary Society at the Masonic College at La Grange, KY. The society offers Lee honorary membership if he would send a letter of acceptance and make a contribution to the Literary Gems paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Thomas Munford for Robert E. Lee. Having learned that R. E. Lee is planning to write a war memoir, Munford writes to Lee to correct information within the offical Confederate report of the cavalry battle at Aldie, Virginia in 1863.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from Reverend Abner Johnson Leavenworth, writing as secretary of the Teachers' Association of Virginia. He asks Lee to address the organization's anniversary meeting in July 1866 about acceptance and education of Virginia's formerly enslaved people. Lee noted on the reverse of the Letter that he declined the invitation to speak.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from Charles W. Cole. Originally this letter was given to Lee with two books, \"Rollin's Belles Lettres\" and \"The Letters of Cicero\" that came from his home in Arlington. This letter is an explanation for how Cole obtained them and why he is giving them back.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from John W. Fiwell. Fiwell asks for a circular of Washington College. Fiwell also mentions he is a wounded soldier from Company A of the Fourth Virginia Cavalry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee comes from R. G. Williams. In this letter he reminds Lee about a hat he agreed to last December. This letter came with the hat when it was finally finished in March of 1866.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from Edward Long Hedden. Hedden tells Lee he has received the engraving of Washington and gives his thanks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from S. J. Henderson. Henderson and Judge Charles Lewis McConnell have heard Lee plans to write a book on the American Civil War. Henderson and McConnell ask to have publishing agency in Kentucky for Lee's book.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from the book publisher Sargent, Wilson and Hinkle. This letter asks Lee for his approval of McGuffey Eclectic Readers books on the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilmer McLean asks Lee if he would visit Appomattox (Va.) to have a photograph of him taken in the room where he surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee comes from Ellen Reily. She asks Lee if he could include her husband in his book on the American Civil War. She includes newspaper clippings, orders, and letters by and about her husband Colonel James Reily.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from Elizabeth (referred to as Lizzie in the letter) Hull. She asks for information about Washington College for her adopted child.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from Algernon Sidney Vigus. Vigus explains that he has acquired Lee family letters removed from the Lee family home at Arlington during the Civil War and that he'd like to return them. Vigus asks to keep one of the letters, to a Custis family member from London in 1728. Vigus ultimately returned the correspondence and Lee honored Vigus' request for the 1728 letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMcLeavy, a third-year student of Soule University in Texas, wishes to attend Washington College for his fourth year. He also mentions his career in the Confederate Army and some of the classes he has completed at Soule.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from Hezekiah George David (H. G. D.) Brown. Brown wishes to send his son to Washington College. He states that his son served in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War and was paroled in Alabama.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles Wesley Andrews, an Episcopal minister and acquaintance of Lee, shares that his wife Sarah died in 1863 and includes other family matters. He also requests two autographed photographs of Lee. Andrews includes with the letter a pamphlet that he recently published.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter accompanied a report by Brown of the Coal River Navigation Company which he hopes will take interest in minerals found in Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from Benjamin S. Elliott. Elliott wishes to give Lee a colt sired by horse \"Patrick Henry\". Included with this letter is a carte de visite photograph of the \"Patrick Henry\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReverend Robert S. Clark asks for the rights to sell Lee's proposed history of the American Civil War throughout Mississippi. The letter includes five signatures of references for Reverend Clark - some of whom identify themselves as former Confederate soldiers and one, George Paul Turner, the editor of the \"National Star\" newspaper of Mississippi.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHope, a real estate lawyer in Virginia, wishes to assist Lee in recovering his Arlington estate. He includes a newspaper annnouncing that Union soldiers killed at numnerous wartime battlefields would be reinterred at Arlington and that a memorial would be placed there in their honor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichardson plans to donate $1,000 in books to the library of Washington College. He also says he will publish Lee's father's memoir once the family portraits arrive for engraving.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhtographer Alexander Gardner plans to send Lee photographs that are on hand in his studio at that include his company's imprint. He also plans to print and mount one-hundred photographs without his imprint, per Lee's request.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLemuel Parker Conner of Natchez, Mississippi,  writes a letter of introduction to Robert E. Lee for his nephew William C. Conner, a new student at Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn O. Sullivan of Lincoln County, Tennessee requests catalogues of Washington College for some of his students who wish to attend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eS. P. Cunningham of Kentucky wants to obtain Washington College catalogues for Fairview Academy students wanting to attend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Washington College benefactor Warren Newcomb explains his Colonial era Massachusetts ancestry and requests a photograph of Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Andrew Quarles wishes to send his son to Washington College and asks for a catalog. He notes that his son in Canada and was formerly a lieutenant in the Confederate Army.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWalton has been informed by Carter James Harris, professor of Latin at Washington College, that Lee had taken offense to rumors published by Walton. Walton writes to Lee as an apology for any misunderstandings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter mention from James Caskie mentions items pruchased for the Lee family in Richmond, daughters Agnes and Mildred and son W.H.F. Lee are mentioned. There is account information on Lee's account with Caskie on the reverse of the letter. Caskie reports he is glad to hear that the vase and chair that he has sent are cherished. Caskie also informs Lee that he received 2 dozen photographs of Lee from Richmond photographer Julian Vannerson but that Vannerson would not accept payment for the images.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmith writes to Lee to inquire about Washington College's plans to introduce a program for engineering.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee comes from E. H. Campbell, secretary for the Charles Town (W.Va.)Christian Association. Campbell informs Lee that he has been made an honorary member.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClara Banks of Liverpool, England writes to Robert E. Lee requesting asking an autograph.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaniel Moreau Barringer of Raleigh, North Carolina, wishes to send his son Lewin to Washington College and is asking for a catalogue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee comes from J. L. Greer who wishes to send his brother to Washington College for his junior year. He asks for a catalogue so his brother can properly prepare.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOden Bowie, Governor of Maryland, asks Lee to send a catalogue for an aquaintance interested in Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Woods Smith plans to attend Washington College and asks for a catalogue and additional information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRosan wishes to attend Washington College and requests a circular of the school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter is from Elizabeth S. Myrick writing as \"Mrs. S. P. Myrick\". Elizabeth wishes to send her son, James to Washington College and asks for a circular and admission requirements. She explains that her son left school at fifteen to serve in the Civil War and fears his age and limited schooling before the war may hinder his opportunity to attend the school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBarling wishes for his nephew to attend Washington College and asks for a circular. He explains that his nephew lived in Georgia until late in the war and is currently an exemplary student at his new school in Troy, New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Reynolds Winston inquires if Lee is writing a history of the American Civil War urging him to do so, if not.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMatthews explains that he left school during the Civil War to serve in the Confederate Army. He now wishes to attend Washington College and requests a circular and admission requirements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMayer requests information on Washington College as he wishes to send his son to the school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames A. Mitchell is interested in attending Washington College and would like catalogues sent for him and other potential students from Edmonton, Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee comes from John Hough James. James writes Lee regarding Washington College's  subscription to the Urbana Union (Ohio) newspaper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee comes from George Lyttleton Peyton. Peyton invites Lee to visit the Virginia Hotel in Staunton, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee comes from S. S. Louisa Cochrane. Cochrane hopes to send her son William G. \"Gilly\" Cochrane to Washington College and requests a catalogue or circular.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter is addressed to Robert E. Lee from Dominick James Dillon.Dillon wishes to send his son to Washington College and is awaiting an academic catalogue from the school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee comes from Benjamin S. Elliott. Elliott informs Lee that he fullfilled a favor that Lee requested in a previous letter. Although Lee did not accept Elliott's previous offer of a colt - sired by the horse \"Patrick Henry\", Elliott is negotiating that a two-year-old colt to be given to Lee. This letter also contains its original envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe note explains a parcel of books from Algernon Sidney Vigus to Robert E. Lee that Vigus had removed from the Lee family's library at \"Arlington House\" during the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJenifer, formerly of the 8th Virginia Cavalry during the Civil War, announces that he has retired from cavalry service and is running a business, \"Jenifer and Brother\" of Baltimore, Maryland. He offers his services and merchandise to Lee.  Included with this letter is an advertisement for Jenifer's business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNetterville wishes to attend Washington College in the fall of 1866 and would like a catalogue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBreckinridge introduces to Robert E. Lee three brothers, William, James, and Edward Carson, who are attending or en route to Washington College from Louisiana and asks that Lee be attentive to their well being. He also mentions Lee's proposed book on the Civil War campaigns of Virginia but that while he has no reports he'd be happy to write about any actions of which he had a part.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by S. G. Landes is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Landes requests an autograph of Lee and mentions he's a native of Rockbridge and Augusta counties of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by the Strobridge Lithography Company is addressed to Robert E. Lee and references their lithographs of Robert E. Lee and that fire had destroyed its Cincinnati studio, including a Lee portrait. They share that a third Lee lithograph is in process as well as a portrait of Stonewall Jackson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by F. Bullwinkle is for Robert E. Lee. Bullwinkle wishes to get a mathematical education from Washington College and would like a catalogue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by members of the Stonewall Literary Society is for Robert E. Lee. The society writes to Lee that they have decided to make him an honorary member for his actions during the Siege of Petersburg, Virginia during the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Richard Pennefather Rothwell is to Robert E. Lee. Rothwell has heard that Washington College is increasing its staff and he offers his services as a professor of mining, metallurgy, mineralogy, or geology.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Robert Vinkler Richardson is for Robert E. Lee. Richardson is trying to establish foreign investment in the southern American cotton industry. His letter is written on a circular  sent out to different cotton planters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Thomas Roberts Slicer is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Slicer, the son of Lee's friend Henry Slicer, inquires about a position to teach elocution at Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Daniel F. Wright is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Wright asks for a circular of Washington College to give a potential student he knows. He also mentions that he was a surgeon in Archer's Brigade during the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by James Cleland is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Cleland, a plumber and gas-fitter in Lynchburg, offers his services to Washington College to install a gas system. Included with this letter is a pamphlet from the Automatic Gas Company of Baltimore advertising their product.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by J. C. Parks is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Parks asks Lee if he and \"Mr. Frazier\" may be the publishers of Lee's proposed American Civil War. As part of theri proposal, they would liberally compensate Lee and offer half of the profits to widows and orphans of fallen Confederate soldiers. They list Casper Bell, John Bullock Clark, and John Heagan as references.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Warren S. Barlow is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Barlow writes that Lee's lithograph portrait by Elijah C. Middleton has been completed and he'll send it by express Lee via \"Mr. Lutz\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Simon Bolivar Buckner is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Buckner introduces a student of Washington College he knows, J. Esten Cooke, Jr. Buckner also tells Lee that he is currently in New Orleans working as an editor for a paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Charles B. Richardson is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Enclosed with this letter was a map of the Army of the Potomac that Lee requested, as well as John Beauchamp Jones' \"A Rebel War Clerk's Diary\". Along with this package, Richardson updates Lee on the publishing of Henry Lee III's memoirs. Richardson also tells Lee that he is facing financial setbacks but they shouldn't hinder his business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Ancrum B. Burr is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She wishes for her son, Edward Johnston, to attend Washington College and would like a circular. Burr also says that Edward's father may have graduated from the United States Military Academy around the same time as Lee, but that he died in the Mexican-American War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by John Mimms and Edwin O'Brien is addressed to Robert E. Lee. They say that several students in their town wish to attend Washington College and would like a catalogue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by members of the Richmond Light Infantry Blues is addressed to Robert E. Lee. The militia group is celebrating its seventy-third anniversary on May 10, 1866 and invites Lee to attend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Houston Rucker is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Rucker writes that he would like a circular and information on Washington College for a friend's son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Seaton Gales is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Gales, an editor of the Raleigh Sentinel (N.C.) newspaper, offers to help identify a publisher for Lee's proposed book on the American Civil War. Gales included a copy of the Raleigh Sentinel with the letter. At the end of the letter Gales notes that he was an Assistant Adjutant General under General Stephen Dodson Ramseur\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by George Dawes Appleton is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dawes writes that he wants to admit his son to Washington College and would like information about attending.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdkisson, who had attended Dolbear Commercial College in New Orleans, La., inquires about continuing his education at Washington College and offers a plan for how he may be able to afford it. He notes that he served in a Texas Brigade during the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by James F. Dumble is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dumble wants to send his son, Edwiw, to Washington College and would like to know the terms of entering. He also asks if his son can board with a family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Reverend William Norvell Ward is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Ward asks if Lee would like a photographic copy of a painting Stratford Hall, the Lee ancestral home in Virginia, by Mattie Ward, his daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by J. F. Heun is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Heun asks Lee for an autographed wartime document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by W. H. Nettleton is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Nettleton, an Englishman having traveled the county over the past year, writes that he would like a hand-written line or two from Lee as a souvenir of this trip.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Josiah Warren is addressed to Robert E. Lee. This letter accompanied a book Warren gifted to Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Horatio Richardson Moore is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Moore asks permission for acquaintances in New Orleans to use Lee's name in their company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by William T. Somervell is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Somervell wishes to attend Washington College and asks for a circular, terms, and regulations for applying.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Mansfield Lovell is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Having heard that Lee is writing a history of the American Civil War, Lovell offers a list of documents from Confederate officers in his possession for Lee's review. Mansfield notes documents taken by the Joint Congressional Committee on the affairs of the Confederate Naval Department and correspondence between the Confederate War Department and General Lafayette McLaws concerning the surrender of New Orleans, Louisiana to Union forces.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Robert Lewis Dabney is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dabney writes that an advertisement of his Stonewall Jackson biography gives credit of Lee's review and revisions to the publisher instead. He explains to Lee that the publisher decided to do this, not him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Lizzie C. Hull is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She acknowledges that her son cannot attend Washington College and offers her well wishes to the Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Jeannette Ritchie Hadermann Walworth is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She requests a lock of Lee's hair for her nephew who is also named Lee in honor of him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJubal Early recounts his participation in battles of the American Civil War and describes his experience living in Mexico since the Confederate surrender and  his planned move to Canada.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe original envelope is included with this letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Aaron Howell Pierson Sr. is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Pierson wishes to send his son to Washington College but does not know the requirements. Pierson worries that because of his son's service in the American Civil War, he may be too far behind his studies to attend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by James Dabney McCabe is addressed to Robert E. Lee. McCabe asks permission to write about Lee's actions during the American Civil War. He includes that as an ex-cadet of Virginia Military Institue, he published \"A Life of Lieut. Gen. T. J. Jackson\" during the war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by R. Thompson is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Thompson offers to publish a British edition of Lee's planned book on the American Civil War. Lee never wrote the book.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by the Reverend Samuel Beach Jones is addressed to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Jones mentions locating artwork and possibly a book possibly removed Arlington House during the war. The book he mentions was inscribed to Charles A. Atkinson. Jones offers to fund raise for Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by John Speck LaFever is addressed to Robert E. Lee. LaFever asks for information to attend Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Dr. Wesley Emmett Gatewood is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Gatewood would like information on attending Washington College and a piece of clothing Lee wore during the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Augustus Machim Garber is addressed to Robert E. Lee. He writes that he has sent catalogues of Washington College to his uncle. However, his uncle would like information on fees and payment to the school. Garber also mentions sculptor William Rudolph O'Donovan and shares that the scultpor, with approval from Lee, will continue workingon a bust of Stonwall Jackson. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginally included with this letter was a photograph of O'Donovan's bust of Stonewall Jackson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by C. Williams is addressed to Robert E. Lee on behalf of the Great Southern and Western Life and Accident Insurance Company announcing a forthcoming shareholders meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSister Mary Baptista Linton invites Robert E. Lee to speak at Mount de Chental Visitation Academy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlease note - this folder also includes related content - a copy of Lee's response to the invitation; a booklet from the one-hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the school with a quote from Robert E. Lee on the front; materials from the Georgetown Academy of the Visitation on Sister Baptista, a scan of Lee's letter to Sister Baptista, and a section of Mount de Chental's centennial booklet on its southern fund.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis folder contains two original letters from Mercer University faculty, and photographic reproductions made in 1944 from negatives taken by Michael Miley\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrederick A. P. Barnard sends Robert E. Lee an introduction and recommendation for Robert B. White, D. D. to be chair of the department of Mental and Moral Philosophy at Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles P. Stone offers coal to Washington College from Dover Mines, his coal mining company in Goochland, Virginia. Stone was a Union general during the American Civil War and ran the Dover Mines until 1869.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFormer Confederate Cheif Medical Officer Lafayette Guild writes a letter of introduction to Robert E. Lee for William G. Cochrane, a new Washington College student. Guild mentions that he's been in contact with former Confederate general Walter H. Stevens who was in Mexico.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBurr Harrison McCown requests two catalogues of Washington College - one for him, and one for Joseph Henry in Leavenworth, Kansas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJ. B. Moore requests a catalogue of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJ. Hewett offers Robert E. Lee the position of superintendent of Natchez Institute (Mississippi).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAaron Howell Pierson Sr. acknowledges receipt of a letter from Lee explaining that his son, Aaron Howell Pierson Jr., needs to attend preparatory school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLawyer James Patterson Rogers writes to Washington College president Robert E. Lee representing Lieutenant Samuel S. Mathers, a former Union soldier from West Virginia. Rogers relays that Lieutenant Mathers wished to return an original letter written by George Washington to the trustess of Washington Academy which he's taken from Washington College in 1864 during Hunter's Raid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW. C. Park asks Robert E. Lee if Professor Maximilian Schele de Vere is teaching at Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAndrew Jackson Moses asks Robert E. Lee about attending Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJ. Ditzler asks Robert E. Lee how he can contact Professor Albert Taylor Bledsoe. He also offers to lecture at Washington College and send Lee a copy of his history book.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Joseph Jones (Caroline Wright) invites Robert E. Lee to Warren County on August 8th for the unveiling of a memorial for his daughter Anne Carter Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Greenleaf Rolfe asks Robert E. Lee for information on Washington College and Virginia Military Institute for potential students in Ashley County, Arkansas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMary Hardaway asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge J. Hobday asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam A. Rogers asks Robert E. Lee if students of Washington College may begin after the official start date of academic terms. He also asks for the address of Charles R. Jones.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMary C. Allen asks Robert E. Lee about sending her sons to Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlbert Jefer Montgomery asks about attending Washington College. He notes that he is a veteran of the Confederate States Army.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDelaware B. Kemper shares that he is applying for professorship at Hampden-Sydney College and they have asked for his military references. He asks President Lee if he can give a reference.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW. A. Wash asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDuff Green writes to Robert E. Lee that he plans to send his grandson, Benjamin Green Maynard, to Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWade Hampton informs Robert E. Lee that he has gathered data from his old officers for Lee's proposed volume on the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJ. W. Heatley asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWaller O. Bullock asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA. J. Frantz sends Robert E. Lee an advertisement for advertising space in the Brandon Republican newspaper Rankin County, Mississippi.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Treadwell Eaton asks Robert E. Lee if he can attend  Washington College for the Fall term of 1866. He also asks if he can secure places for friends Adelbert Smith and William H. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn T. Harrison informs Robert E. Lee that he is behind in the Latin and Greek requirements for Washington College admission and asks about preparatory schools.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Anderson Mayse invites Robert E. Lee to Warm Springs, VA for the summer season.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlexander McKinley inquires about entering his son into Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eR. M. McClellan introduces Washington College student David L. Anderson to President Lee. He explains that Anderson is behind in Greek and suggests that he be enrolled specifically in that class.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Wethered inquires about sending his son to Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Springfield Edwards asks for a catalogue of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Edward Burson requests a catalogue of Washington College. He also asks about boarding and the potential for other students from his community accompanying him to school in Lexington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProfessor Richard Sears McCulloh, writing from New York City and having consulted with architects, sends a basic floor plan, specifications, and cost estimates for the contruction of a chapel at Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBenjamin Franklin French offers resources for Lee's planned book on the history of the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGabriel James Rains wishes to leave Summerville Institute to teach at Virginia Military Institute (V.M.I.). Rains mistakenly suggests that Lee is presiding over V.M.I. rather than Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJesse Shanks inquires about sending his brother to Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam A. Brown asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eR. M. McClellan introduces admitted Washignton College student William W. Collins to Robert E. Lee and suggests that Collins should enroll in a preparatory Greek course.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW. R. Abbott announces Robert E. Lee's election to the Educational Asssociation of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eH. A. (Hampton A.) Rice asks for a catalogue or a list of expenses for attending Washington College for potential students in Macon, Ga. On the back of this letter Rice asks for a catalog to be sent to H. L. (Hampton Lea) Jarnagin Jr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles A. (Charles Alfred) Welch asks when his son, Francis Welch, should come to Washington College for examination. Welch also asks if there are uniform or clothing regulations that his son must follow.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWelch asks that Lee addresses his response to \"Sohier and Welch\" of Boston, Massachussetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBetween February 1868 and February 1870 Washington College professor and former Confederate Ordinance officer,  William Allan, had five conversations with college president Robert E. Lee which he manually recorded in this memo book which he titled \"Conversations with Gen. R. E. Lee\". Soon after each conversation, Allan described retreating to his office to record the highlights. In 1886, former Washington College Clerk of faculty and Librarian, Edward Clifford \"E.C.\" Gordon shared with Allan, by mail, a similar manuscript reminiscence of a discussion he had with Lee in 1868 on the Sharpsburg/Antietam campaign, specifically the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\". Allan transcribed Gordon's reminiscence into his memo book – with a background note. (Gordon's original reminiscence was then purportedly returned to him.) The memo book is accompanied by an informative 1886 letter from Gordon to Allan on the Lee conversations. There are also two letters regarding the gift of the memoranda book to Washington and Lee University in 1946 by Mrs. Louisa P. Allan, William Allan's daughter – in – law. Subjects of the conversations include Lee's objectives and strategy at different points during the American Civil War; Lee's decision to resign from the United States Army on April 20, 1861 including his conversations with U.S. Army General Winfield Scott; and commentary, at times critical, of Federal and Confederate generals and leaders including George McClellan, D.H. Hill, James Longstreet, Jefferson Davis, Richard Ewell, Thomas J. \"Stonewall\" Jackson, Joseph Johnston, J.E.B. Stuart, and John-Fitz Porter. Civil War battles mentioned or discussed include Antietam, Fredericksburg, Gaines Mill and the Seven Days Battles, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and the fall of the defenses at Petersburg, Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRobert E. Lee's copy of D.H. Hill's post Civil War magazine \"The Land We Love,\" which published an article pertaining to the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\" - an order by General Robert E. Lee directing movements of his Army of Northern Virginia during the Maryland Campaign of 1862. It was lost by an unidentified Confederate courier and found by Union soldiers and subsequently forwarded to Union General George B. McClellan. The contents of the dispatch influenced the battles of South Mountain and Antietam.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from E.C.(Edward Clifford)Gordon, former Washington College Clerk of Faculty, to Col. William Allan of th eMcDonough institute in Baltimore, Md. and former mathematics professor at Washington College between 1866 and 1873 regarding an accompanying memo book in which Gordon documented a long conversation he had with Robert E. Lee on February 16, 1868. A main theme of the letter is the content from the memo book regarding the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\" during his Maryland Campaign of 1862. \nThe second letter  accompanied the memo book when it was given by Louisa P. Allan, Col. William Allan's daughter - in - law,  to Washington and Lee University President Francis Pendleton Gaines in 1946.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReminiscences of Robert E. Lee including manuscripts, typescripts, newspaper clippings, and published materials by subjects with surnames begininng with letters B through J. See agents list for authors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReminiscences of Robert E. Lee including manuscripts, typescripts, newspaper clippings, and published materials by subjects with surnames begininng with letters K through Z. See agents list for authors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe core of this series is comprised of letters written by members of Robert E. Lee's immediate family, though it includes letters from some more distant relatives and descendants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo oversize scrapbooks commemorating the life of Robert E. Lee. Both scrapbooks contain voluminous amounts of newspaper clippings, some pamphlets and published materials, manuscript and typescript documents, and printed Lee imagery. The compiler of each scrapbook is unknown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript notecards created during the 1940s with information on students who attended Washington College's undergraduate and law school during Robert E. Lee's presidency. 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Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W\u0026L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865 - 1870. Adminstrative papers, such as President's Reports, etc..., from Robert E. Lee's presidency of the school may be found within the W\u0026L University Archives. Please contact W\u0026L Special Collections for information regarding the University Archives.","Letter from Robert E. Lee to William McCloud Bowe dated April 18, 1863 rejecting a request for furlough from the army. The letter was likely dictated but is signed by Lee.","Letter from Robert E. Lee to Edward Turner about the death of Col. J. A. Washington (John Augustine Washington) at Valley River, dated 14 September 14, 1861","In Special Order 56, Army of Northern Virginia, which is dated Feb 27, 1864, Lee decrees the end of Lieutenant Granville Gray's career stating that he is now living in the lunatic asylum in Staunton, Va. The document was written in Staunton. It is signed by Walter H. Taylor.","Robert E. Lee's last order as commander of the Army of Northern Virginia.  This copy is written and signed by Lee.","In this letter Robert E. Lee writes to the Board of Trustess of Washington College accepting the presidency of the institution.","This letter contains information about the furniture that Charles Marshall is purchasing for Lee in Baltimore.","In this letter Lee writes to Rathmell Wilson in Philadelphia that the Washington College Board of Trustees has elected to let him purchase books for the institution.","In this letter written from Sweet Springs Robert E. Lee writies that due to his health he won't be returning to the college right away.  He asks all the faculty to help the students prepare for classes.  A transcription is housed with this letter.","In this letter Lee gives a prospective student advice on the choosing which state institution of higher to attend.","In this letter Lee writes to Campbell, who had recently been asked to be Superintent of the Rockbridge County Schools, that he does not think accepting this position would greatly impact his duties at Washington College.","This document is Robert E. Lee's signed Oath of office as President of Washington College.  It is signed William White.","Written excuse by Robert E. Lee for William H. Kinckle to go to church on Good Friday and miss his recitation as a result.","In this letter Robert E. Lee talks his wife's health and making trips to Hot Springs and Warm Springs.  He also mentions his two daughters Agnes and Mildred.  He makes mentions of rumors that George Washington Custis Lee recently got engaged.","This order by Adjutant General and Inspector General of the Confederate Army, Samuel Cooper, raises Robert E. Lee to General in Chief of the Armies of the Confederacy.","In this letter Robert E. Lee writes to the students about the effects of their disruptive behavior on the town and asks them to minimize that behavior during the upcoming April Fools Day parade.  A transcription of the letter is housed with the original item.","In this letter Lee thanks Walter H. Galt, who established Galt Jewelers in Washington, DC, for a color photograph of George Washington Parke Custis.","This letter from Robert E. Lee to Stilson Hutchins, founder of the Washington Post, thanks him for copies of the St. Louis Times, which contained an article on Washington College.","Letter from Frank A. Waddill, Class of 1870, to the faculty requesting permission for five days off from school.  Note on the back of the board to which the letter is glued: 'Frank A. Waddill was a classmate (roomate?) of Wilmer H. Shields at Washington College (and then Washington and Lee University)...'","In this letter Lee writes to Blair Robertson returning the pet chicken, which was originally a gift from Robertson, to its orginal owner for safe keeping.  Lee feels that harm may come to the chicken as the military is moving camp.","Leaf from first Washington College catalogue, which was printed before Lee was official invested as college president in October 1865.  He is listed as the President and a Professor of Mental and Moral Science, Lee but never actually taught at the college.","In this letter Mary Custis Lee writes to an unknown correspondentabout her ailments, travel, General Grant's movements through VA, and inflation.  The letter was written from Richmond in 1864.","This photograph is of Robert E. Lee with his floppy tie. The inscription on back says 'for my young friend John Opie from Mary Custis Lee'.","Lee writes to Louisa upon the death of her father, John Augustine Washington, who was killed in battle during the American Civil War.","In this letter Robert E. Lee writes to Louisa about the last letter ever written by her father John Augustine Washington.","In this letter Robert E. Lee asks Louise when he can see her and invites her to visit his military camp.","In this letter Lee writes to Louisa about arrangements for the family to received her father's (John Augustine Washington) personal papers. He notes that John was the last proprietor of Mount Vernon of the family of Washington.","In this letter Lee writes to Louisa about her cousin Charles Alexander who was taken by the Union military as a prisoner of war.  He writes that he has made a request for Alexander's release.","In this letter Lee writes to Louisa about suggestions for what to inscribe on her father's (John Augustine Washington) tombstone.","This document is Robert E. Lee's last will and testament.  There is also a note on back of will from November 7, 1870.","Three (3) copies of handbill/broadside 'Funeral Obsequies. October 15, 1870.' for funeral of Robert E. Lee.","Includes a letter and a portrait of Julia Gratiot, R.E. Lee's niece and wife of General Charles Gratiot.","This letter included a carte de viite photograph from Lee to J. D. Driesbach's son. The photograph was removed to the Robert E. Lee photographs box.\nThe year of the letter was originally mis-identified as 1866 and it is physically located in the box that includes letters written in October 1866.","Included in this folder are two copies of Robert E. Lee's will. One copy is a photograph of the original will. The other copy is a published transcription and facsimile of the will, created by Washington and Lee University in 1928.","This contract details the agreement between the Washington College Survey Board and the renowned topographical surveyor Jedadiah Hotchkiss. It is a contract for Hotchkiss to perform various surveys on behalf of the Board of Survey to expand the college's map resources. The five year contract stipulates assorted restrictions on Hotchkiss's rights to the maps. It is signed by R.E. Lee on behalf of the Board of Survey.","Notations are in Lee's hand","West Point cadet Putnam writes to his father regarding his  his first semester at the academy. He mentions a number of officers including West Point Superintendent Robert E. Lee.","W.N. Pendleton writes to Lee upon learning of his election to the Presidency of Washington College. Pendleton writes \"chiefly as a resident of Lexington for the last ten or twelve years, and an observer of the college this wile [sic] to give you my impressions respecting the locality, Institution, etc.\"","Two letters are included, one from William MacFarland to Robert E. Lee and one from Reverdy Johnson to William MacFarland. MacFarland referenced the Johnson letter in his own letter to Lee and included it in the envelope.","A Letter of reference from Alabama Supreme Court Justice John D. Phelan and Benjamin H. Porter is included with the letter.","Ralph Lete wrote to Robert E. Lee on February 1, 1866 from Ironton, Ohio. He wrote to express his admiration for Lee, as well as to request a course catalog of Washington College for his son to potentially attend the school.","In this letter, Jones Bros. \u0026 Co. Subscription Book Publishers of Philadelphia, PA wrote a business letter to Robert E. Lee on February 2, 1866. In the letter, the company attempts to solicit their services to publish Lee's current writings on his Civil War Campaigns.","This letter was written by J. Temple of Richmond, Virginia to Robert E. Lee on February 2, 1866. In the letter, Temple requests that Lee send him a number of circulars on Washington College for those in the area of Richmond who are interested in attending.","This letter was written by J. B. Williams of Enfield, North Carolina to Robert E. Lee. He wrote to request a set of course catalogs for Washington College, and explains that he is recommending the school to his students.","This letter was written by W. W. Anderson of Bethany, West Virginia on February 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Anderson explains his dissatisfaction with the state of Bethany College. He requests that Lee, upon evaluation, accept himself and a dozen other Bethany College students into Washington College.","This letter was written by Robert H. Patterson of Abingdon, Virginia on February 3, 1866. Patterson wrote to request Lee send to him a catalog of Washington College as well as the Law School.","This letter was written by Joseph Finnegan of Fenandina, Florida on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Finnegan explains to Lee that his friend, Captain Taylor, had recently passed away. He goes on to explain that Captain Taylor's two son's were currently attending Washington College. Finnegan continues to explain that the sons of Taylor are likely undisciplined due to their lack of quality education in their formative years. He requests that Lee offer them additional guidance in their situation.","This letter was written by Captain William Parker Snow of Nyack, New York on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Snow explains his intense admiration for Lee and his leadership. He explains that he is in the process of authoring a monograph on the subject of southern generals during the Civil War. He goes on to express his patriotism for the United States in its current form and his admiration of Lee's willingness to fight for what he believed in.","This letter was written by C. B. Richardson of New York, NY on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Richardson expresses his company's interest in Lee's experiences, and mentions an included copy of a book on the \"Army of the Potomac\" for Lee to examine. Richardson also requests a photograph of General Pendleton be sent with Lee's response.","This letter was written by M. Taylor on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Taylor explains to Lee that a catalog previously requested of Lee did not arrive with its accompanying letter. Taylor goes on to explain that he sent his sons to Washington College without first knowing the requirements due to the missing catalog.","This letter was written by H. B. Magruder of Greensboro, Alabama on February 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written on behalf of the Southern University's branch of the Clariosophic Society to Lee, extending to him honorary membership based upon the merit of his actions during the Civil War.","This letter was written on behalf of the Virginia Railroad Company in Richmond, Virginia on February 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter was written to Lee to inform him of a bill advocating the railroad's repair and to continue his support of the reconstruction of Virginia's infrastructure. The letter includes the bill itself, a printed prospectus, and assorted newspaper clippings referencing the project.","This letter was written by R. L. Dabney to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Dabney relayed that Lee's previous letter had been delivered to  him safely. He goes on to thank Lee for his advice and describes ways in which he applied it.","This letter was written by George J. Stewart of Madison Station, Virginia on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Stewart explains that he intends to apply to and attend Washington College for the coming semester. He also explains that he very much desired to attend the school where Lee was president, which led to a mistaken application to Virginia Military Institute where he initially believed Lee was president.","This letter was written by Sam Beach Jones of Bridgeton, New Jersey on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Jones relays that he his sending in tandem a copy of General Patterson's publication, which he would like Lee to look over and potentially give his permission to use Lee's name within.","This letter was written by Charles Marshall on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Marshall relays to Lee that his previous letter had been received, and that he is heeding Lee's advice as best he can.","This letter was written by Rathwell Wilson in Philidelphia, Pennsylvania on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Wilson explains that he has recently inherited of a scientific library of books from his late brother, Thomas B. Wilson. He expresses his desire to donate a large portion it to various southern institutions of higher learning. He goes on to express his desire for Washington College to be one of the institutions to benefit from his donation. Included in the letter is a list of various monographs which Wilson sent to Washington College. Each title includes the number of volumes which were donated.","This letter was written by Major C. H. Woodward of Rockbridge Baths, Virginia on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Woodward requests a loan from Lee, which he promises to repay in short order.","This letter was written by J. W. Francis on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Francis explains to Lee that he has in his possession two documents that were taken from Lee's Arlington house during the Civil War by the army stationed on the Potomac. The documents mentioned include a deed dated 1632 and a work on the \"Anti-Christian Conspiracy.\" Francis expresses his desire to return these items to Lee's possession at his earliest convenience.","This letter was written by Samuel H. Anderson from Georgetown College in Washington, DC on February 8, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Anderson explains in the letter that the Philodemic Society of Georgetown College had elected to make Lee an honorary member.","This letter was written by a representative of Lancaster \u0026 Co from Richmond, Virginia on February 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company is informing Lee of a check from the treasurer of Ohio made out to Lee for $105 accrued in interest on bonds.","This letter was written by George Washignton Garmany from Savannah, Georgia on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Garmany wrote the letter as a recommendation for John B. Mays, a potential student of Washington College.","This letter was written by Charles O. DeLahoussaye in New Orleans, Louisiana on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, DeLahoussaye writes requesting that Lee send a catalog for Virginia Military Institute, as he desires to send his nephew to atttend school. DeLahoussaye potentially erroneously ascertained that Lee was the president of VMI.","This letter was written by M. A. Gibbs from Vicksburg, Mississippi on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. He requests in the letter that Lee admit his son into Washington College.","This letter was written by Sam Tyler from Frederick City, Maryland on February 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Tyler informs Lee that Prof. Baer intends to have a collection of minerals identified and labeled within several months for the use of Washington College.","This letter was written by L. Davis from Prospect Hill, Georgia on February 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Davis relays to Lee that he had heard a speech on history recounting the evacuation of Richmond by Jefferson Davis, and transcribed a section he believed would be of interest to Lee, which is also included with the letter.","This letter was written by W. M. Black from Lynchburg, Virginia on February 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Black explains to Lee that a package has been recovered at his Southern Express Company office that contains cash addressed to Lee. He requests that Lee respond with instructions on what to do with the package.","This letter was written by John Raglan Glascock from the University of Virginia on February 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Glascock requests that a catalog or circular for Washington College be forwarded to him at the request of a friend from California interested in attending.","This letter was written by J. B. Heck on February 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter acts as a bill and statement of service to Washington College. Heck states the materials needed and the requested services for building shelving for the Washington College Library.","This letter was written by J. P. Branch from Augusta, Georgia on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Branch expresses his admiration for Lee and requests an autograph be sent to him.","This letter was written by L. Jervey from Charleston, South Carolina on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Jervey informed Lee of a bulk of cotton in his possession that he wishes to give to Lee. He goes on to praise him for his character and actions during the war.","This letter was written by A. B. Robertson from New Wartrace, Tennessee on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Robertson requests Lee to send him a circular on Washington College. He goes on to explain his motivations in doing so.","This letter was written by Mrs. E. F. Farrar and Annie De Moss from Vicksburg, Mississippi on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The two women write that their letter includes a check for $536 intended for Stonewall Jackson's widow and child, and request that Lee forward it at his convenience. The letter continues and expresses the pain that is felt by them in defeat after the war's end, and describe the nature with which life continues in the south. They express their admiration for both Jackson and Lee, and describe the reverence with which their names are held in their households.","This letter was written by A. S. Buford from Richmond, Virginia on February 16, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Buford writes from Richmond as president of the Richmond \u0026 Danville Rail Road, and presents to Lee tickets for use on the railroad. He concludes by requesting an autograph from Lee.","This letter was written by William P. Marlin on February 16, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Marlin writes to request that Lee send to his address a circular for Washington College for his son, a prospective student.","This letter was written by Burk, Herbert \u0026 Co. from Alexandria, Virginia on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company is writing to inform Lee that $25 have been added to the account of Sydney Smith Lee.","This letter was written by J. Warner from Washington, D.C. on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Warner writes to Lee to inform that he had come across an individual in Philadelphia in possession of a scrapbook of material relating to the Washington family. Warner requests that Lee relay any knowledge which could be used to return the scrapbook to its rightful owner.","This letter was written by George, Count Joannes from New York City on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, he expresses his admiration of Lee and his displeasure with the established concepts of Reconstruction and of the \"radical cloud\" rising from Congress. He makes mention of his public letters which have been published in the New York News. He goes on to say that when he next visits Virginia that he will donate to Washington College a portion of his profits.","This letter was written by N. B. Feagin from Midway, Alabama on February 18, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Fiegan requests Lee send to him a Washington College circular due to his interest in attending.","This letter was written by M. S. Clarke from Louisville, Kentucky on February 19, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Clarke requsts a set of catalogs for himself and several other young men in his area, as they are interesting in attending Washington College.","This letter was written by Henry B. Dawson from Morrisania, New York on February 18, 1866. In the letter, Dawson expresses his interest in Lee's efforts to publish his father's memoirs. Dawson offers his assistance as an historian, and includes a segment of The Historical Magazine highlighting his past historical work.","This letter was written by C. R. Hubbard from Montgomery, Alabama on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hubbard asks Lee to send to him a catalogue of classes at Washington College, as well to write back any information that would ensure his admission to the college.","This letter was written by Frank Magruder from Goshen, Kentucky on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Magruder requests that Lee send to him a circular for Washington College, as his son is interested in attending the school.","This letter was written by D. S. Mulee from Fort Pulaski, Georgia on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Mulee writes from the fort prison, vouching for the character of his friend, John M. Taylor's, sons who had been sent to attend school at Washington College.","This letter was written by Charles E. Waters from Baltimore, Maryland on February 21, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Waters describes how the ladies of Baltimore are organizing a fair to raise funds for the relief of southerners affected bt the Civil War. He requests, at the suggestion of his wife, that Lee send a set of his autographs to be sold at the fair to raise money for their cause.","This letter is written by Robert E. Lee Jr. on February 19, 1866 to his father, Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Robert E. Lee Jr. expresses to his father that he was happy to hear from him and his mother recently. He goes on to ask advice from his father regarding the mill he now operates. He explains the situation of some mechanical problems witht he mill and dam, and asks his father to provide advice on the course of action to take and how to apply the repairs effectively.","This letter was writen by J. Lawrence Saulsbury from Richmond, Virginia on February 20, 1866. Saulsbury begins the letter by expressing his admiration for Lee and his wish to meet him in person. He then transitions into encouraging Lee to allow the company he represents,  Blakeney \u0026 Co., to supply Washington College's students with sets of gold pens at the cost of $1 each.","This letter was written by W. P. Moore from Palmyra, Missouri on February 22, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Moore requests a response from Lee on the question of to whom he needed to seek the copyright of Lee's historical exploits during the war while in Missouri.","This letter was written by Laura G. Ogle from New Castle, Delaware on February 23, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is a follow up to a previous response given by Lee. Ogle expresses her gratitude for Lee's fulfillment of her reqeust of a signed photograph.","This letter was written by former CSA Staff member of General Stevenson, Major George L. Gillespie from Chatanooga, Tennessee on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Gillespie writes the letter as an introduction to two relatives of his attending Washington College, Robert N. and Thomas J. Gillespie. He vouches for their quality of character and hopes Lee will provide them with a role model.","This letter was written by Horace Sheley on behalf of the Philologic Society of Westminster College on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter extends an invitation for Lee to become and honorary member of the Philologic Society.","This letter was written by William H. Botts from Glasgow, Kentucky on February  26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Botts writes to introduce Buford Leslie to Lee and vouch for his character while he attends Washignton College.","This letter was written by William Brazelton from New Market, Tennessee on February 25, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Brazelton writes as a way to introduce J. M. Gillespie from Rhea County who attended Washington College. He also explains some events of his life, as well as the nature of young southern men.","This letter was written on behalf of the company of art-dealers Butler, Perrigo, and Way from Baltimore, Maryland on February 26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The dealers express their thanks to Lee for sending them a series of autographs they had previously requested. They inform Lee that the autographs are to be framed and sold by their dealership.","This letter was written by D. Creel from Chillicothe, Ohio on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter begins by praising Lee and making several biblical comparisons to Lee. Creel continues and begins to refer to his relation to Stonewall Jackson by marriage, and begins to recount events of Jackson's life as he viewed them up until his death during the Civil War. Creel also describes events of his own life, including raids by northern militias on his home.","This letter was written on behalf of Jones Bros. \u0026 Co. from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on February 26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company writes to follow up on Lee's rejection of the previous offer for the company to publish his personal works. The follow up resolves with an open offer should Lee change his mind.","This letter was written on behalf of the Demosthenian Society from the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The Demosthenian Society writes to inform Lee that he has been made an honorary member based upon his reputation and actions.","This letter was written by Bishop J. Johns on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Johns writes from Theological Seminary to inform Lee of the death of \"Bishop Meade.\"","This letter was written on behalf of the Demosthenian Society of Roanoke College from Salem, Virginia on February 28, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The society writes to inform Lee that he has been elected to be an honorary member of the society.","This letter was written by the Cordes Sisters and their personal friend Mary Byrnes from Ridgevill, South Carolina on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter was sent in care of the sisters' father, Captain Theodore Cordes from Charleston, South Carolina. The letter is a follow up to a previous request of the sisters that went unanswered from December of 1865. The sisters requested some small memento from Lee, as they had great respect for him.","This letter was written by Mary G. Slaughter on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Slaughter writes to introduce Stark Arnold to Lee as the nephew of Stonewall Jackson. She vouches for his integrity and explains his situation of desiring an education without direct means. She requests that Lee assist him in gaining an education.","This letter was written by G. W. Leyburn from Big Lick, Virginia on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Leyburn makes reference to a previous conversation he and Lee had regarding the nature of education. He expands on this topic and asks a series of questions regarding education in the South and requests a written response to the questions. He explains that he wishes to have Lee's stance while Leyburn acts to acquire subscriptions for Washington College's endowment.","This letter was written by Mrs. M. B. Smith from Port Royal, Virginia on March 1, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Smith informs Lee that she wishes for her son to attend Washington College. She requests Lee for a school catalogue.","This letter was written by J. M. Handely on March 1, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Handely requests a copy of Lee's ongoing work on the history of the \"Great Rebellion.\"","This letter and attached news clippings were written by Edward A. Pollard from Norfolk, Virginia on March 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Pollard explains, in reference to a previous correspondence, that he has become aware of an individual who has published his own scholarly work on the Civil War called \"The Lost Cause\" in the newspaper The New York News and is seeking action. He sent the letter attached with two clippings from papers in which Pollard directly addresses the culprit and publicly denounces his actions of infringement.","This letter was written on behalf of the Great Southern \u0026 Western Accident \u0026 Life Insurace Company of New Orleans, Louisiana on March 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company writes to inform Lee that he has been elected one of five members of the Non-Resident Board of stockholders.","This letter was written by W. S. Neal on behalf of the Jefferson Davis Society of the Stonewall Institute from Perry County, Alabama on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter explains the society's purpose and goals, while praising southern ideals. It then invites and requests Lee to become a member of the society.","This letter was written by J. Longstreet from New Orleans, Louisiana on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Longstreet writes to Lee informing him that he has inserted Lee's name as a one of the non-resident board of directors for the Great Southern and Western Life and Accident Insurance Company. He gives description of the company and its then-current assets. Included with the letter is a typed transcript.","This letter was written by J. Johns Jr. from Richmond, Virginia on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Johns writes to Lee that his letter accompanies another letter from Dr. Julius Doetsh. He explains that, upon his advice, Doetsh wishes to make a translation of Lee's work. He then vouches for Doetsh's credentials and character.","This letter was written by Dr. Julius Edmund Doetsh from Richmond, Virginia on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Doetsh introduces himself to Lee and makes an offer to translate Lee's in-progress memoirs into German for European publication. He explains that interest in Europe is high for such a publication, and explains the potential avenues for publication which he can take advantage of.","This letter was written by W. H. McGuire from Washington, DC on March 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In her letter, McGuire relays to Lee her thanks for his assistance and relaying of the news of her husband's death.","This letter was written by Thomas H. Ellis from Richmond, Virginia on March 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Ellis writes to inform Lee that the company's general assembly has voted to move forward with granting a French company an amended charter with contents that had been requested by the French company. He goes on to express his unease at working with the French, given bad relations and lack of resources following the Civil War. He then requests Lee write to him his opinions on the topics of the canal project, as well as peace relations abroad.","This letter was written by J. Speer Howarth from Delaware County, Pennsylvania on March 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Howarth requests information on Washington College pertaining to its student population and the general atmosphere of the college.","This letter was written by J. Emanuel on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Emanuel expresses interest in sending his son to Washington College and requests information on admission.","This letter was written by George Michael Branner from Knoxville, Tennessee on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Branner writes the letter as an introduction to his son Hardy Bryan Branner and his friend Rudolph Bryan. He vouches for their character, and explains that all funds for their education are accommodated.","This letter was written by E. C. Middleton from Washington, DC on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Middleton introduces his agent, E. F. Lutz of Baltimore. Middleton then explains that his previous request of an oil painting of Lee had been rejected due to a lack of one existing. Middleton explains that Lutz will take notes of Lee's complexion and then, using a recent photograph by Mathew Brady, create an oil painting which he wishes Lee to sign.","This letter was written by John W. Lapsley from Shelby County, Alabama on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. He writes to Lee introducing his son, John B. Lapsley who is attending Washington College. He goes into deep detail about his son's mannerisms and behavior, expressing hope that Lee's leadership will help to mold him appropriately.","This letter was written by Benjamin B. Stith from Bewleyville, Kentucky on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Stith writes that he wishes to send his son to a military academy, believing Lee to be the president of VMI. He asks Lee to send him information and his favor in accepting his son into the school.","This letter was written by Thomas E. McNeill from Lynchburg, Virginia on March 8, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. McNeill writes to share with Lee the mission of the newly-formed Virginia Mining and Manufacturing Bureau. He asks Lee for his support and includes an attached circular pertaining to the organization.","This letter was written by William W. Early from Hyattsville, Maryland on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Early requests from Lee a catalogue of classes for Washington College.","This letter was written by N. S. Ray from Lebanon, Kentucky on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Ray asks in the letter for a catalogue of studies, as well as general information for Washington College. Ray explains that his son wishes to transfer from Centre College in Kentucky to Washington College.","This letter was written by William Hunter from Savannah, Georgia on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hunter writes to Lee informing him that his three sons wish to attend Washington College. He describes the natures of his sons as well as their academic potential.","Ths letter was written by E. L. Hadden from New York City on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hadden writes to Lee informing him that he is returning to Lee a series of items recovered from the occupation of Arlington House at the onset of the Civil War.","This letter was written by J. L. Hocker on behalf of the Periclean Society of the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written to inform Lee that he has been elected as an honorary member of the society.","This letter was written by C. Newton from Louisiana State Seminary (later Louisiana State University) on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written to inform Lee that a society has been formed at the school named the Lee Society, and that Lee has been elected an honorary member.","This letter was written by VMI Superintendent Francis H. Smith on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Smith writes to inform Lee that a new VMI cadet, William F. Dancey, believes that the damage to VMI has resulted in the institution being unable to perform its purpose. He relays Dancey's desire to instead enroll in Washington College.","This letter was written by Sam Barnett from Washington, Georgia on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Barnett writes to Lee informing him that his ward, William H. Barnett, wishes to attended Washington College.","This letter was written by Rathmell Wilson from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Wilson writes the letter as a follow up to his previous correspondence with Lee regarding the donation of Thomas B. Wilson's library to Washington College. Wilson inquires whether the boxes of books arrived as planned. He also indicates that he wishes to donate further books in his possession to Washington College on the stipulation that the donated books be cared for, retain Thomas Wilson's book plate, and be called \"the Wilson contribution to the Library of Washington College.\" Wilson additionally indicates that he has included a copy of Thomas Wilson's memoir in the donation.","This letter was written by J. Marshall Dent from Maryland Agricultural College on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Dent explains to Lee that the classes at Maryland Agricultural College are to be suspended by March 25. He requests information on Washington College and inquires of the possibility of enrolling late in the term.","This letter was written by C. G. Freuman from Eminence, Kentucky on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Freuman requests that Lee send him a catalog for the \"military institute\" which Lee is head of, mistakenly assuming Lee is the head of Virginia Military Institute also in Lexington, VA.","This letter was written by William H. Kinnon from Tangipaho Station, Lousiana on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Kinnon writes to request information on costs of attendance for the sons of his five sisters.","This letter was written by C. B. Richardson from New York City on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Richardson thanks Lee for his previous correspondence and expresses interest in sending Lee a series of documents and books to assist him.","This letter was written by S. D. Stuart from Baltimore, Maryland on March 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Stuart writes on behalf of Mrs. James Robb, asking for a likeness of Lee, whom she greatly admires.","This letter was written by George William Green from Shieldfield , Newcastle on Tyne, England.","This letter was written by W. Scott Glore from Louisville, Kentucky to Robert E. Lee. Glore offers to pay for $1000 of the publication costs of Lee's proposed book on his campaigns during the American Civil War.","This letter was written by P. T. Moore from Richmond, Virginia to Robert E. Lee. Moore explains that his friend from the British Parliament has requested an autographed photograph and he inquires about a potential faculty position in Agriculture or Geology at Washington College for Dr. Thomas Antisell.","This letter was written by American educator Emma Willard on March 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Willard introduces herself and explains that she is a writer of history and has followed Lee's career through the war. She expresses her wish to establish contact with various generals, including Lee, to record their views of experiences for an upcoming school history book on the topic.","This letter to R. E. Lee was written by S. S. Scranton and J. B. Burr from the American Publishing Company of Hartford, Connecticut. They write to inquire on Lee's status in writing his history of the war, and continue to express interest in negotiating a publishing contract.","This letter informs Robert E. Lee of his honorary membership to the Jackson Society, a literary society at the College of William and Mary. This was written by J. A. G. Williamson, the secretary of the society.  The reverse shows that Robert E. Lee answered the letter on March 23rd, 1866.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Meade Woodson of Fincastle, Botetourt County, VA. Woodson writes to Lee on behalf of a Ms. Hamilton who is considering sending her two sons to the institution. She wonders if there will military training at Washington College and if there's boarding for students available with Christian professors.","This is a letter from William C. Folkes to Robert E. Lee. He has sent a list of Battle Reports from the Confederate States of America (CSA). Along with the letter is a yellow piece of paper listing the battles recognized by the CSA.","This letter was sent to Robert E. Lee from \"Fanny\" Bain, a corresponding secretary of the Eunomian Literary Society at the Masonic College at La Grange, KY. The society offers Lee honorary membership if he would send a letter of acceptance and make a contribution to the Literary Gems paper.","This letter was written by Thomas Munford for Robert E. Lee. Having learned that R. E. Lee is planning to write a war memoir, Munford writes to Lee to correct information within the offical Confederate report of the cavalry battle at Aldie, Virginia in 1863.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Reverend Abner Johnson Leavenworth, writing as secretary of the Teachers' Association of Virginia. He asks Lee to address the organization's anniversary meeting in July 1866 about acceptance and education of Virginia's formerly enslaved people. Lee noted on the reverse of the Letter that he declined the invitation to speak.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Charles W. Cole. Originally this letter was given to Lee with two books, \"Rollin's Belles Lettres\" and \"The Letters of Cicero\" that came from his home in Arlington. This letter is an explanation for how Cole obtained them and why he is giving them back.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from John W. Fiwell. Fiwell asks for a circular of Washington College. Fiwell also mentions he is a wounded soldier from Company A of the Fourth Virginia Cavalry.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from R. G. Williams. In this letter he reminds Lee about a hat he agreed to last December. This letter came with the hat when it was finally finished in March of 1866.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Edward Long Hedden. Hedden tells Lee he has received the engraving of Washington and gives his thanks.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from S. J. Henderson. Henderson and Judge Charles Lewis McConnell have heard Lee plans to write a book on the American Civil War. Henderson and McConnell ask to have publishing agency in Kentucky for Lee's book.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from the book publisher Sargent, Wilson and Hinkle. This letter asks Lee for his approval of McGuffey Eclectic Readers books on the American Civil War.","Wilmer McLean asks Lee if he would visit Appomattox (Va.) to have a photograph of him taken in the room where he surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from Ellen Reily. She asks Lee if he could include her husband in his book on the American Civil War. She includes newspaper clippings, orders, and letters by and about her husband Colonel James Reily.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Elizabeth (referred to as Lizzie in the letter) Hull. She asks for information about Washington College for her adopted child.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Algernon Sidney Vigus. Vigus explains that he has acquired Lee family letters removed from the Lee family home at Arlington during the Civil War and that he'd like to return them. Vigus asks to keep one of the letters, to a Custis family member from London in 1728. Vigus ultimately returned the correspondence and Lee honored Vigus' request for the 1728 letter.","McLeavy, a third-year student of Soule University in Texas, wishes to attend Washington College for his fourth year. He also mentions his career in the Confederate Army and some of the classes he has completed at Soule.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Hezekiah George David (H. G. D.) Brown. Brown wishes to send his son to Washington College. He states that his son served in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War and was paroled in Alabama.","Charles Wesley Andrews, an Episcopal minister and acquaintance of Lee, shares that his wife Sarah died in 1863 and includes other family matters. He also requests two autographed photographs of Lee. Andrews includes with the letter a pamphlet that he recently published.","This letter accompanied a report by Brown of the Coal River Navigation Company which he hopes will take interest in minerals found in Virginia.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Benjamin S. Elliott. Elliott wishes to give Lee a colt sired by horse \"Patrick Henry\". Included with this letter is a carte de visite photograph of the \"Patrick Henry\".","Reverend Robert S. Clark asks for the rights to sell Lee's proposed history of the American Civil War throughout Mississippi. The letter includes five signatures of references for Reverend Clark - some of whom identify themselves as former Confederate soldiers and one, George Paul Turner, the editor of the \"National Star\" newspaper of Mississippi.","Hope, a real estate lawyer in Virginia, wishes to assist Lee in recovering his Arlington estate. He includes a newspaper annnouncing that Union soldiers killed at numnerous wartime battlefields would be reinterred at Arlington and that a memorial would be placed there in their honor.","Richardson plans to donate $1,000 in books to the library of Washington College. He also says he will publish Lee's father's memoir once the family portraits arrive for engraving.","Phtographer Alexander Gardner plans to send Lee photographs that are on hand in his studio at that include his company's imprint. He also plans to print and mount one-hundred photographs without his imprint, per Lee's request.","Lemuel Parker Conner of Natchez, Mississippi,  writes a letter of introduction to Robert E. Lee for his nephew William C. Conner, a new student at Washington College.","John O. Sullivan of Lincoln County, Tennessee requests catalogues of Washington College for some of his students who wish to attend.","S. P. Cunningham of Kentucky wants to obtain Washington College catalogues for Fairview Academy students wanting to attend.","The Washington College benefactor Warren Newcomb explains his Colonial era Massachusetts ancestry and requests a photograph of Lee.","William Andrew Quarles wishes to send his son to Washington College and asks for a catalog. He notes that his son in Canada and was formerly a lieutenant in the Confederate Army.","Walton has been informed by Carter James Harris, professor of Latin at Washington College, that Lee had taken offense to rumors published by Walton. Walton writes to Lee as an apology for any misunderstandings.","This letter mention from James Caskie mentions items pruchased for the Lee family in Richmond, daughters Agnes and Mildred and son W.H.F. Lee are mentioned. There is account information on Lee's account with Caskie on the reverse of the letter. Caskie reports he is glad to hear that the vase and chair that he has sent are cherished. Caskie also informs Lee that he received 2 dozen photographs of Lee from Richmond photographer Julian Vannerson but that Vannerson would not accept payment for the images.","Smith writes to Lee to inquire about Washington College's plans to introduce a program for engineering.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from E. H. Campbell, secretary for the Charles Town (W.Va.)Christian Association. Campbell informs Lee that he has been made an honorary member.","Clara Banks of Liverpool, England writes to Robert E. Lee requesting asking an autograph.","Daniel Moreau Barringer of Raleigh, North Carolina, wishes to send his son Lewin to Washington College and is asking for a catalogue.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from J. L. Greer who wishes to send his brother to Washington College for his junior year. He asks for a catalogue so his brother can properly prepare.","Oden Bowie, Governor of Maryland, asks Lee to send a catalogue for an aquaintance interested in Washington College.","James Woods Smith plans to attend Washington College and asks for a catalogue and additional information.","Rosan wishes to attend Washington College and requests a circular of the school.","This letter is from Elizabeth S. Myrick writing as \"Mrs. S. P. Myrick\". Elizabeth wishes to send her son, James to Washington College and asks for a circular and admission requirements. She explains that her son left school at fifteen to serve in the Civil War and fears his age and limited schooling before the war may hinder his opportunity to attend the school.","Barling wishes for his nephew to attend Washington College and asks for a circular. He explains that his nephew lived in Georgia until late in the war and is currently an exemplary student at his new school in Troy, New York.","John Reynolds Winston inquires if Lee is writing a history of the American Civil War urging him to do so, if not.","Matthews explains that he left school during the Civil War to serve in the Confederate Army. He now wishes to attend Washington College and requests a circular and admission requirements.","Mayer requests information on Washington College as he wishes to send his son to the school.","James A. Mitchell is interested in attending Washington College and would like catalogues sent for him and other potential students from Edmonton, Kentucky.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from John Hough James. James writes Lee regarding Washington College's  subscription to the Urbana Union (Ohio) newspaper.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from George Lyttleton Peyton. Peyton invites Lee to visit the Virginia Hotel in Staunton, Virginia.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from S. S. Louisa Cochrane. Cochrane hopes to send her son William G. \"Gilly\" Cochrane to Washington College and requests a catalogue or circular.","This letter is addressed to Robert E. Lee from Dominick James Dillon.Dillon wishes to send his son to Washington College and is awaiting an academic catalogue from the school.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from Benjamin S. Elliott. Elliott informs Lee that he fullfilled a favor that Lee requested in a previous letter. Although Lee did not accept Elliott's previous offer of a colt - sired by the horse \"Patrick Henry\", Elliott is negotiating that a two-year-old colt to be given to Lee. This letter also contains its original envelope.","The note explains a parcel of books from Algernon Sidney Vigus to Robert E. Lee that Vigus had removed from the Lee family's library at \"Arlington House\" during the American Civil War.","Jenifer, formerly of the 8th Virginia Cavalry during the Civil War, announces that he has retired from cavalry service and is running a business, \"Jenifer and Brother\" of Baltimore, Maryland. He offers his services and merchandise to Lee.  Included with this letter is an advertisement for Jenifer's business.","Netterville wishes to attend Washington College in the fall of 1866 and would like a catalogue.","Breckinridge introduces to Robert E. Lee three brothers, William, James, and Edward Carson, who are attending or en route to Washington College from Louisiana and asks that Lee be attentive to their well being. He also mentions Lee's proposed book on the Civil War campaigns of Virginia but that while he has no reports he'd be happy to write about any actions of which he had a part.","This letter by S. G. Landes is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Landes requests an autograph of Lee and mentions he's a native of Rockbridge and Augusta counties of Virginia.","This letter by the Strobridge Lithography Company is addressed to Robert E. Lee and references their lithographs of Robert E. Lee and that fire had destroyed its Cincinnati studio, including a Lee portrait. They share that a third Lee lithograph is in process as well as a portrait of Stonewall Jackson.","This letter by F. Bullwinkle is for Robert E. Lee. Bullwinkle wishes to get a mathematical education from Washington College and would like a catalogue.","This letter by members of the Stonewall Literary Society is for Robert E. Lee. The society writes to Lee that they have decided to make him an honorary member for his actions during the Siege of Petersburg, Virginia during the American Civil War.","This letter by Richard Pennefather Rothwell is to Robert E. Lee. Rothwell has heard that Washington College is increasing its staff and he offers his services as a professor of mining, metallurgy, mineralogy, or geology.","This letter by Robert Vinkler Richardson is for Robert E. Lee. Richardson is trying to establish foreign investment in the southern American cotton industry. His letter is written on a circular  sent out to different cotton planters.","This letter by Thomas Roberts Slicer is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Slicer, the son of Lee's friend Henry Slicer, inquires about a position to teach elocution at Washington College.","This letter by Daniel F. Wright is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Wright asks for a circular of Washington College to give a potential student he knows. He also mentions that he was a surgeon in Archer's Brigade during the American Civil War.","This letter by James Cleland is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Cleland, a plumber and gas-fitter in Lynchburg, offers his services to Washington College to install a gas system. Included with this letter is a pamphlet from the Automatic Gas Company of Baltimore advertising their product.","This letter by J. C. Parks is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Parks asks Lee if he and \"Mr. Frazier\" may be the publishers of Lee's proposed American Civil War. As part of theri proposal, they would liberally compensate Lee and offer half of the profits to widows and orphans of fallen Confederate soldiers. They list Casper Bell, John Bullock Clark, and John Heagan as references.","This letter by Warren S. Barlow is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Barlow writes that Lee's lithograph portrait by Elijah C. Middleton has been completed and he'll send it by express Lee via \"Mr. Lutz\".","This letter by Simon Bolivar Buckner is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Buckner introduces a student of Washington College he knows, J. Esten Cooke, Jr. Buckner also tells Lee that he is currently in New Orleans working as an editor for a paper.","This letter by Charles B. Richardson is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Enclosed with this letter was a map of the Army of the Potomac that Lee requested, as well as John Beauchamp Jones' \"A Rebel War Clerk's Diary\". Along with this package, Richardson updates Lee on the publishing of Henry Lee III's memoirs. Richardson also tells Lee that he is facing financial setbacks but they shouldn't hinder his business.","This letter by Ancrum B. Burr is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She wishes for her son, Edward Johnston, to attend Washington College and would like a circular. Burr also says that Edward's father may have graduated from the United States Military Academy around the same time as Lee, but that he died in the Mexican-American War.","This letter by John Mimms and Edwin O'Brien is addressed to Robert E. Lee. They say that several students in their town wish to attend Washington College and would like a catalogue.","This letter by members of the Richmond Light Infantry Blues is addressed to Robert E. Lee. The militia group is celebrating its seventy-third anniversary on May 10, 1866 and invites Lee to attend.","This letter by Houston Rucker is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Rucker writes that he would like a circular and information on Washington College for a friend's son.","This letter by Seaton Gales is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Gales, an editor of the Raleigh Sentinel (N.C.) newspaper, offers to help identify a publisher for Lee's proposed book on the American Civil War. Gales included a copy of the Raleigh Sentinel with the letter. At the end of the letter Gales notes that he was an Assistant Adjutant General under General Stephen Dodson Ramseur","This letter by George Dawes Appleton is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dawes writes that he wants to admit his son to Washington College and would like information about attending.","Adkisson, who had attended Dolbear Commercial College in New Orleans, La., inquires about continuing his education at Washington College and offers a plan for how he may be able to afford it. He notes that he served in a Texas Brigade during the American Civil War.","This letter by James F. Dumble is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dumble wants to send his son, Edwiw, to Washington College and would like to know the terms of entering. He also asks if his son can board with a family.","This letter by Reverend William Norvell Ward is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Ward asks if Lee would like a photographic copy of a painting Stratford Hall, the Lee ancestral home in Virginia, by Mattie Ward, his daughter.","This letter by J. F. Heun is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Heun asks Lee for an autographed wartime document.","This letter by W. H. Nettleton is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Nettleton, an Englishman having traveled the county over the past year, writes that he would like a hand-written line or two from Lee as a souvenir of this trip.","This letter by Josiah Warren is addressed to Robert E. Lee. This letter accompanied a book Warren gifted to Lee.","This letter by Horatio Richardson Moore is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Moore asks permission for acquaintances in New Orleans to use Lee's name in their company.","This letter by William T. Somervell is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Somervell wishes to attend Washington College and asks for a circular, terms, and regulations for applying.","This letter by Mansfield Lovell is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Having heard that Lee is writing a history of the American Civil War, Lovell offers a list of documents from Confederate officers in his possession for Lee's review. Mansfield notes documents taken by the Joint Congressional Committee on the affairs of the Confederate Naval Department and correspondence between the Confederate War Department and General Lafayette McLaws concerning the surrender of New Orleans, Louisiana to Union forces.","This letter by Robert Lewis Dabney is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dabney writes that an advertisement of his Stonewall Jackson biography gives credit of Lee's review and revisions to the publisher instead. He explains to Lee that the publisher decided to do this, not him.","This letter by Lizzie C. Hull is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She acknowledges that her son cannot attend Washington College and offers her well wishes to the Lee.","This letter by Jeannette Ritchie Hadermann Walworth is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She requests a lock of Lee's hair for her nephew who is also named Lee in honor of him.","Jubal Early recounts his participation in battles of the American Civil War and describes his experience living in Mexico since the Confederate surrender and  his planned move to Canada.","The original envelope is included with this letter.","This letter by Aaron Howell Pierson Sr. is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Pierson wishes to send his son to Washington College but does not know the requirements. Pierson worries that because of his son's service in the American Civil War, he may be too far behind his studies to attend.","This letter by James Dabney McCabe is addressed to Robert E. Lee. McCabe asks permission to write about Lee's actions during the American Civil War. He includes that as an ex-cadet of Virginia Military Institue, he published \"A Life of Lieut. Gen. T. J. Jackson\" during the war.","This letter by R. Thompson is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Thompson offers to publish a British edition of Lee's planned book on the American Civil War. Lee never wrote the book.","This letter by the Reverend Samuel Beach Jones is addressed to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Jones mentions locating artwork and possibly a book possibly removed Arlington House during the war. The book he mentions was inscribed to Charles A. Atkinson. Jones offers to fund raise for Washington College.","This letter by John Speck LaFever is addressed to Robert E. Lee. LaFever asks for information to attend Washington College.","This letter by Dr. Wesley Emmett Gatewood is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Gatewood would like information on attending Washington College and a piece of clothing Lee wore during the American Civil War.","This letter by Augustus Machim Garber is addressed to Robert E. Lee. He writes that he has sent catalogues of Washington College to his uncle. However, his uncle would like information on fees and payment to the school. Garber also mentions sculptor William Rudolph O'Donovan and shares that the scultpor, with approval from Lee, will continue workingon a bust of Stonwall Jackson.","Originally included with this letter was a photograph of O'Donovan's bust of Stonewall Jackson.","This letter by C. Williams is addressed to Robert E. Lee on behalf of the Great Southern and Western Life and Accident Insurance Company announcing a forthcoming shareholders meeting.","Sister Mary Baptista Linton invites Robert E. Lee to speak at Mount de Chental Visitation Academy.","Please note - this folder also includes related content - a copy of Lee's response to the invitation; a booklet from the one-hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the school with a quote from Robert E. Lee on the front; materials from the Georgetown Academy of the Visitation on Sister Baptista, a scan of Lee's letter to Sister Baptista, and a section of Mount de Chental's centennial booklet on its southern fund.","This folder contains two original letters from Mercer University faculty, and photographic reproductions made in 1944 from negatives taken by Michael Miley","Frederick A. P. Barnard sends Robert E. Lee an introduction and recommendation for Robert B. White, D. D. to be chair of the department of Mental and Moral Philosophy at Washington College.","Charles P. Stone offers coal to Washington College from Dover Mines, his coal mining company in Goochland, Virginia. Stone was a Union general during the American Civil War and ran the Dover Mines until 1869.","Former Confederate Cheif Medical Officer Lafayette Guild writes a letter of introduction to Robert E. Lee for William G. Cochrane, a new Washington College student. Guild mentions that he's been in contact with former Confederate general Walter H. Stevens who was in Mexico.","Burr Harrison McCown requests two catalogues of Washington College - one for him, and one for Joseph Henry in Leavenworth, Kansas.","J. B. Moore requests a catalogue of Washington College.","J. Hewett offers Robert E. Lee the position of superintendent of Natchez Institute (Mississippi).","Aaron Howell Pierson Sr. acknowledges receipt of a letter from Lee explaining that his son, Aaron Howell Pierson Jr., needs to attend preparatory school.","Lawyer James Patterson Rogers writes to Washington College president Robert E. Lee representing Lieutenant Samuel S. Mathers, a former Union soldier from West Virginia. Rogers relays that Lieutenant Mathers wished to return an original letter written by George Washington to the trustess of Washington Academy which he's taken from Washington College in 1864 during Hunter's Raid.","W. C. Park asks Robert E. Lee if Professor Maximilian Schele de Vere is teaching at Washington College.","Andrew Jackson Moses asks Robert E. Lee about attending Washington College.","J. Ditzler asks Robert E. Lee how he can contact Professor Albert Taylor Bledsoe. He also offers to lecture at Washington College and send Lee a copy of his history book.","Mrs. Joseph Jones (Caroline Wright) invites Robert E. Lee to Warren County on August 8th for the unveiling of a memorial for his daughter Anne Carter Lee.","William Greenleaf Rolfe asks Robert E. Lee for information on Washington College and Virginia Military Institute for potential students in Ashley County, Arkansas.","Mary Hardaway asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","George J. Hobday asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","William A. Rogers asks Robert E. Lee if students of Washington College may begin after the official start date of academic terms. He also asks for the address of Charles R. Jones.","Mary C. Allen asks Robert E. Lee about sending her sons to Washington College.","Albert Jefer Montgomery asks about attending Washington College. He notes that he is a veteran of the Confederate States Army.","Delaware B. Kemper shares that he is applying for professorship at Hampden-Sydney College and they have asked for his military references. He asks President Lee if he can give a reference.","W. A. Wash asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","Duff Green writes to Robert E. Lee that he plans to send his grandson, Benjamin Green Maynard, to Washington College.","Wade Hampton informs Robert E. Lee that he has gathered data from his old officers for Lee's proposed volume on the American Civil War.","J. W. Heatley asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","Waller O. Bullock asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","A. J. Frantz sends Robert E. Lee an advertisement for advertising space in the Brandon Republican newspaper Rankin County, Mississippi.","Thomas Treadwell Eaton asks Robert E. Lee if he can attend  Washington College for the Fall term of 1866. He also asks if he can secure places for friends Adelbert Smith and William H. Washington.","John T. Harrison informs Robert E. Lee that he is behind in the Latin and Greek requirements for Washington College admission and asks about preparatory schools.","George Anderson Mayse invites Robert E. Lee to Warm Springs, VA for the summer season.","Alexander McKinley inquires about entering his son into Washington College.","R. M. McClellan introduces Washington College student David L. Anderson to President Lee. He explains that Anderson is behind in Greek and suggests that he be enrolled specifically in that class.","Samuel Wethered inquires about sending his son to Washington College.","James Springfield Edwards asks for a catalogue of Washington College.","John Edward Burson requests a catalogue of Washington College. He also asks about boarding and the potential for other students from his community accompanying him to school in Lexington.","Professor Richard Sears McCulloh, writing from New York City and having consulted with architects, sends a basic floor plan, specifications, and cost estimates for the contruction of a chapel at Washington College.","Benjamin Franklin French offers resources for Lee's planned book on the history of the American Civil War.","Gabriel James Rains wishes to leave Summerville Institute to teach at Virginia Military Institute (V.M.I.). Rains mistakenly suggests that Lee is presiding over V.M.I. rather than Washington College.","Jesse Shanks inquires about sending his brother to Washington College.","William A. Brown asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","R. M. McClellan introduces admitted Washignton College student William W. Collins to Robert E. Lee and suggests that Collins should enroll in a preparatory Greek course.","W. R. Abbott announces Robert E. Lee's election to the Educational Asssociation of Virginia.","H. A. (Hampton A.) Rice asks for a catalogue or a list of expenses for attending Washington College for potential students in Macon, Ga. On the back of this letter Rice asks for a catalog to be sent to H. L. (Hampton Lea) Jarnagin Jr.","Charles A. (Charles Alfred) Welch asks when his son, Francis Welch, should come to Washington College for examination. Welch also asks if there are uniform or clothing regulations that his son must follow.","Welch asks that Lee addresses his response to \"Sohier and Welch\" of Boston, Massachussetts.","Between February 1868 and February 1870 Washington College professor and former Confederate Ordinance officer,  William Allan, had five conversations with college president Robert E. Lee which he manually recorded in this memo book which he titled \"Conversations with Gen. R. E. Lee\". Soon after each conversation, Allan described retreating to his office to record the highlights. In 1886, former Washington College Clerk of faculty and Librarian, Edward Clifford \"E.C.\" Gordon shared with Allan, by mail, a similar manuscript reminiscence of a discussion he had with Lee in 1868 on the Sharpsburg/Antietam campaign, specifically the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\". Allan transcribed Gordon's reminiscence into his memo book – with a background note. (Gordon's original reminiscence was then purportedly returned to him.) The memo book is accompanied by an informative 1886 letter from Gordon to Allan on the Lee conversations. There are also two letters regarding the gift of the memoranda book to Washington and Lee University in 1946 by Mrs. Louisa P. Allan, William Allan's daughter – in – law. Subjects of the conversations include Lee's objectives and strategy at different points during the American Civil War; Lee's decision to resign from the United States Army on April 20, 1861 including his conversations with U.S. Army General Winfield Scott; and commentary, at times critical, of Federal and Confederate generals and leaders including George McClellan, D.H. Hill, James Longstreet, Jefferson Davis, Richard Ewell, Thomas J. \"Stonewall\" Jackson, Joseph Johnston, J.E.B. Stuart, and John-Fitz Porter. Civil War battles mentioned or discussed include Antietam, Fredericksburg, Gaines Mill and the Seven Days Battles, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and the fall of the defenses at Petersburg, Va.","Robert E. Lee's copy of D.H. Hill's post Civil War magazine \"The Land We Love,\" which published an article pertaining to the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\" - an order by General Robert E. Lee directing movements of his Army of Northern Virginia during the Maryland Campaign of 1862. It was lost by an unidentified Confederate courier and found by Union soldiers and subsequently forwarded to Union General George B. McClellan. The contents of the dispatch influenced the battles of South Mountain and Antietam.","Letter from E.C.(Edward Clifford)Gordon, former Washington College Clerk of Faculty, to Col. William Allan of th eMcDonough institute in Baltimore, Md. and former mathematics professor at Washington College between 1866 and 1873 regarding an accompanying memo book in which Gordon documented a long conversation he had with Robert E. Lee on February 16, 1868. A main theme of the letter is the content from the memo book regarding the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\" during his Maryland Campaign of 1862. \nThe second letter  accompanied the memo book when it was given by Louisa P. Allan, Col. William Allan's daughter - in - law,  to Washington and Lee University President Francis Pendleton Gaines in 1946.","Reminiscences of Robert E. Lee including manuscripts, typescripts, newspaper clippings, and published materials by subjects with surnames begininng with letters B through J. See agents list for authors.","Reminiscences of Robert E. Lee including manuscripts, typescripts, newspaper clippings, and published materials by subjects with surnames begininng with letters K through Z. See agents list for authors.","The core of this series is comprised of letters written by members of Robert E. Lee's immediate family, though it includes letters from some more distant relatives and descendants.","Two oversize scrapbooks commemorating the life of Robert E. Lee. Both scrapbooks contain voluminous amounts of newspaper clippings, some pamphlets and published materials, manuscript and typescript documents, and printed Lee imagery. The compiler of each scrapbook is unknown.","Typescript notecards created during the 1940s with information on students who attended Washington College's undergraduate and law school during Robert E. Lee's presidency. Details included were, for the most part, limited to hometown (town, state) and current location at the time that the original information was gathered. 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When available, photocopies, digital surrogates, or other reproductions must be used in place of original documents.","View materials from this collection online via W \u0026 L's Digital Archive","Letter from Moses D. Hoge to Gen. Robert E. Lee discussing a trip to England where he procured religous provisions for the Confederate soldiers. Wrote of the English's admiration for Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson.","A photostat copy of letter. Original possibly located at Georgia Historical Society. Please contact them for conditions governing use.","A facsimile copy. The location of the original letter is unknown.","Only contains a photocopy and transcription of the letter. The original is believed to be located at the Maryland Historical Society. Please refer to them with any questions regarding conditions governing use.","File consists of a copy of the letter. The location of the original is unknown.","Short note concerning \"Memoir on the U.S. Artillery\" and family matters.","Facsimile copy. Location of original unknown.","File contains a facsimile of the original letter. Location of the original letter is unknown.","This file only includes a photocopy of the letter. Please refer to the Maryland Historical Society with any questions concerning conditions governing use.","The file includes a photocopy of the letter. Original is housed by the Maryland Historical Society. Please refer to them with any questions regarding conditions governing use.","Original copy is housed by the Maryland Historical Society. Please refer to them with any questions regarding conditions governing use.","The original letter is housed by the Maryland Historical Society. Please contact them with any questions regarding the conditions governing use.","The original document is housed by the Maryland Historical Society. Please contact them with any questions regarding the conditions governing use.","Please note that we do not house the original document and are not aware of the conditions governing use.","The original document is housed by the Maryland Historical Society. Please refer to them with any questions regarding the conditions governing use.","The original document is housed at the Maryland Historical Society. Please refer to them with any questions regarding the conditions governing use.","We only house a photocopy of the note. The location of the original document is unknown.","We do not house the original letter, only a photocopy. For conditions governing use, please refer to owner of the original piece.","File includes two photostatic copies of small segments of text. The location of the original notes is unknown.","This file only includes a facsimile of the document mentioned. Please refer to the owner of the original document for conditions governing use.","This file only includes a photostatic copy of the original note. The location of the original document is unknown. Please refer to the owner of the original for conditions governing use.","The file only includes a transcript of the note. Please refer to the owner of the original document with questions regarding conditions governing use.","This file includes a photostatic copy of the original note. Please refer to the owner with any questions regarding conditions governing use.","This file only includes a photocopy of the original letter. Please refer to the owner of the original document with any questions regarding conditions governing use.","The file only includes a copy of the original note. Please refer to the owners of the original document for questions regarding the conditions governing use.","This file only includes a photostatic copy of the original letter. Please refer to the owner of the documents with any questions regarding the conditions governing use.","This furlough request approval from West Point Military Acedemy is addressed to cadet Franklin E. Hunt. It details the nature of the furlough request, the dates of its extent, and the location of teh request.  It is signed by R.E. Lee who was serving as Cadet Adjutant at the time. The second page of the document details the current standing of cadet Hunt's debt with the school as well as his payment from the United States government.","The receipt made on behalf of a $2.25 purchase from Philip Hefs for materials for the harbor of St. Louis, MO and the Mississippi River on March 31, 1838. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","The receipt made for a $12.42 taxation on Titus Hale for access  the Mississippi River on April 30, 1838. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","The receipt made for a $81.63 and $39.38 taxation on B. Brown for access the harbor of St. Louis, MO and the Mississippi River in May of 1838. The charges are for anchored boats and the access of stone drills. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","The receipt made for a $47.50 purchase from J. Swan of the steamboat \"St. Louis\" for materials for the improvement the Mississippi River on June 12, 1838. The purchase is for 10 bales of oakum stored aboard, as well as a \"dragage\" fee. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","The receipt made for a $3.50 taxation on Leander A. Williams for access  the Mississippi River on July 21, 1838. The tax is levied on 500 bricks stored aboard to be used to construct a chimney for a blacksmith shop. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","This is a personal check made out to Robert E. Lee for $25 on June 11, 1839. The check is from the Bank of the State of Missouri based in St. Louis, MO.","The receipt made for a $44.66 taxation on E. A. Tracy for access  the Mississippi River on August 14, 1839. The tax is levied on 2 sacks of coffee stored aboard. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","This is a receipt for assorted materials to be used in the construction of Fort Hudson in New York. The material was received by Captain R. E. Lee on behalf of the US Corps of Engineers for the sum of $25.34. The material included pick axes, water pails, and various construction materials. The materials were purchased from James C. Curch.","This is a personal check made out by Robert E. Lee to Henry Weaver for the sum of $12.37. It comes from the New York Bank of Commerce and is dated September 30, 1841. The subject line reads as for Fort LaFayette.","This contains a ledger page used by Robert E. Lee as agent for Fort Lafayette. He used the ledger to record the acquisition and dispensation of debts and funds for the fort, and by extension the US government. The stated balance due to the government was $604.96 on July 7, 1843. These records were taken while Lee was serving in the US Army Corps of Engineers.","This contains a ledger page used by Robert E. Lee as agent for Battery Hudson. He used the ledger to record the acquisition and dispensation of debts and funds for the fort, and by extension the US government. The stated balance due to the government was $648.77 on June 30, 1844. These records were taken while Lee was serving in the US Army Corps of Engineers.","Various copies of the same will written by Robert E. Lee in 1846. In it he details the distribution of his estate after his death. He leaves the entirity of it to his wife, Mary Custis Lee, and subsequently his children after her death. It also includes a Schedule of Property primarily consisting of stocks and shares own in assorted establishments such as the Bank of Virginia, James River and Kanawka Company, and the National Theatre.  These are all assigned corresponding monetary values, totalling in an estate of $38,750.00. It also details land division amongst his childre.","This is a written persmission for Cadet Samuels at West Point Military Academy to leave the academy to go to the hospital and seek out help from a dentist on April 15, 1853 by Robert E. Lee.","This ledger page is from the treasury of the US Militart Academy at West Point. It details various articles acquired by the academy and their corresponding price and quantities. It is initialed by Robert E. Lee for approval, as he was serving as Superintendent of the academy at the time. The lower half of the page includes, in red ink, details highlighting the relevance of the initials. These details were likely added years later.","The reverse side of the page consists of a table of expenses used for the academy.","This document contains a complete list of all bonds, shares, and stocks in the ownership of Robert E. Lee. Each stock or bond lists the date of its purchase and date of maturity where applicable. It also details the monetary value of the stocks.","This is the official commission by the United States Army extended to Robert E. Lee making him a lieutenant colonel. The document is signed by President Franklin Pierce. This is a photographic copy of the original commission.","This is a quarterly report for the United States Military Academy compiled and apporved by superintendent Robert E. Lee on March 31, 1855. The report details the expenses for the academy for its fiscal quarter. The report lists major details of expense and their individual costs. The total expenses listed for the quarter total $29,036.10.","This document is a general orders issued by the United States Army Headquarters in New York, NY on February 6, 1860. The orders state that Brevet Colonel Robert E. Lee of the 2nd Cavalry has been given command of teh Department of Texas in order to repar the headquarters of the department and assume command. The orders were given by Lieutenant General H. L. Scott, acting Assistant Adjutant Genearal.","This document is a set of general orders issued by General Robert E. Lee to the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia on May 7, 1863. The orders consist of praises for the army's recent victories in battle, as well as time off for the coming Sunday for worship. It goes on to relay a letter from Confederate President Jefferson Davis to the army congratulating them on their victories.","This document is a set of general orders addressing the Confederat Army of Northern Virginia penned by Robert E. Lee on December 7, 1863. The contents primarily highlight the bravery of the Confederate Army members as well as their perceived religious duty. Lee describes what he believes to believes to be a holy duty of the Confederate officers and expresses deep belief in the presence of God with them.","This document is a set of general orders issued by Robert E. Lee to the Confederate Army on February 22, 1865. These orders are a set of new standards to observe in the face of waning supplies and troops. The orders set out that vacant positions are to be filled as soon as possible upon their opening with troops from the rear. Lee goes on to explain new punishment and more stringent rules over any disobedience or evasion of duty.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This copy is a published facsimile.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","The copy is a soldier's copy, accompanied by scanned facsimiles.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","These are two $20 bank notes from the Confederate States of America. These were carried by Robert E. Lee when signing the surrender at Appomattox to General Grant on April 10, 1865.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $169. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $286. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $360. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $253.20. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt facsimile is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $100. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $300. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $150. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $463.86. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This facsimile of a receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $250. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $408.95. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.","This receipt facsimile is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.","This memorandum book contains several notes written by Robert E. Lee during his tenure at Washington College, as well as a set of names and addresses of those he had corresponded with. The memos range from financial management of college resources to Lee's personal thoughts on the role of education in the fabric of society. The list of names and corresponding addresses appears to be composed of various people Lee remained in contact with, some of which being professors and others being former Confederate officers.","The written memos are written beginning on one side of the memo book while the names and addresses begin on the reverse side.","This newspaper article is a clipping from an 1866 newspaper publishing the account of Thomas \"Stonewall\" Jackson's death during the American Civil War. The clipping was cut out and stored by Robert E. Lee during his tenure at Washington College.  The original account comes from Jackson's former Medical Director Hunter McGuire who published it via the Medical College of Virginia.","This note details the donation by Lee of a newspaper from 1800 to the library of Washington College.","This grade report from Washington College is signed by college president Robert E. Lee. The report is for the grades for college student W. C. Cooper for the term of October 31, 1866. The classes Cooper received grades for were Latin and Mathematics.","This annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college. It details the population of preparatory student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.","This annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1867. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.","This annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1868. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.","This copy of an annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1869. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.","This copy of an annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1869. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff. This copy includes an additional note of names who whom copies of the report are to be sent.","In this letter of commission, Robert E. Lee during his tenure as president of Washington College lays out a contract for the supplying of wood to the college.","This is a manuscript of a the proposed biography of Robert E. Lee's father, Henry Lee III. The memoir documents various aspects of his life and his experiences. The memoir is hand written, but in an unknown hand. The content was likely dictated in some form by Robert E. Lee.","This memo book begins with a memo from Robert E. Lee regarding the death of Washington College professor Frank Preston. It details his accomplishments, position, and plans for the memorial service. Frank Preston was a Greek professor from 1866-1869 with his death.","The remainder of the memo book contains small notes in an unknown hand, along with several cut and removed pages. The notes appear to be pertaining to class material.","This grade report contains the grades for Washington College student W. S. Graves for the session ending February 8, 1868. The report is filled out and signed by Robert E. Lee as president of the college. The classes includeded are Latin, Greek, German, and Mathematics. Graves recieved \"distinguished\" status in all courses.","This contract lays out the terms and conditions for Richardson \u0026 Co. of New York, NY to write, edit, and publish a biography on the life and experiences of Robert E. Lee's father, Henry \"Light-Horse Harry\" Lee III. The contract is written and signed by Robert E. Lee.","This notice was written by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College. It is a public notice which was posted on March 4, 1868 canceling classes for the day and extending an invitation to \"Cadet Bell's\" funeral. Bell was a VMI cadet who had recently died.","In this paper, Robert E. Lee provides several reasons for the extension of the valley's railroad.","This letter is from Robert E. Lee excusing Frank McCutchan from college from December 24th to December 29th.","This notice written by Robert E. Lee was delivered for the Christmas holiday, stating that classes were suspended from December 25-27 in observance of Christmas. The notice goes on to wish that all students would observe and worship the holiday accordingly.","This is a proposal and sign-up list for donations for the creation of an astronomical observatory at Washington College. The donors include Robert E. Lee, James K. Edmondson, S. J. Campbell, James J. White, L. D. H. Ross, A. M. Glasgow, and William McLaughlin. Each donor made a pledge of $1000.","This printed report compiled by Robert E. Lee and the Washington College Board of Survey is addressing Gilbert C. Walker, the governor of Virginia. In the report, Lee explains the Survey Board's actions in surveying the southern borderline of Virginia for the first time in nearly 100 years. He goes on to explain the revelation of errors in the original survey and recommends that corrections be made accordingly.","Excerpt pamphlet from \"The Virginia Magazine of History and Biography\" Vol. 63 No. 1, January 1956. By Allen W. Moger.","While serving as First Lieutenant of Engineers in the Army, Robert E. Lee was appointed supervisor to projects in the St. Louis Harbor as well as on the Mississippi River. This letter, from General Charles Gratiot, Chief of Engineers of the Army, served as a letter of introduction for Lee to John Fletcher Darby, mayor of St. Louis.","The history of this letter is that at the Mclean House, General Grant, at General Lee's suggestion, himself wrote out in pencil the letter outlining the terms of surrender and, after General Lee had approved it, General Grant asked his secretary, Colonel Parker, to copy it in ink. This was done and then General Grant signed it.","A poem written about General Lee's return to Richmond after the Army of Norhtern Virginia's surrender at Appomatox. Written by \"Bertha\" and sent to Robert E. Lee.","Beverley Tucker, who was charged as a conspirator in the assassination plot on President Lincoln, sent this letter secretly to Robert E. Lee from Montreal, Canada. The letter explains that if the Civil War's history is left to be written by the \"historians which will spring up in Yankeedom\" it will not properly and honestly explain the South's cause. He therefore suggests that Robert E. Lee join him in Canada and then sail to England with him, where Lee can write a history of the war, the \"sale of which will secure for a you a handsome independence.\"","A clipping of the anonymous letter from Mary Custis Lee published in the newspaper is included with the letter. The letter is signed only as \"Edward\". However, a note follows the transcription of the letter, reading\n\"This letter is probably from Edward Lee Childe. This based on a note on the reverse of a letter by Mr. P. S. Worsley to Mr. Childe written from Herndon Sept 15th (most likely 1865). On the reverse is a note by General Lee which states:\n29 Sept '65\nEdwd Lee Childe\nsends dedication of P.S. Ensley's (?) Of\nhis translation of Illiad.\nA translation of Homer is mentioned in the text of Edward's letter.\"","John Letcher, a Lexington, Virginia native, Washington Academy alumnus and governor of Virginia from 1860 to 1864, wrote to Robert E. Lee from Lexington not long after his release from prison. Letcher had appointed Lee as commander in chief of Virginia's army after Virginia seceded from the Union, but before Virginia agreed that its forces would be under the direction of Confederate President Jefferson Davis. \nLetcher explains to Lee that he was arrested on May 20 under an order from the Secretary of War, however, Letcher was never charged. He was imprisoned in Washington D.C for more than six weeks, but wrote of his excellent treatment, especially from members of Congress, many who he knew while serving as a member of the House of Representatives from 1851 to 1859. He wrote of an interview with President Andrew Johnson after his release, writing that: \n\"I had a very agreeable interview with President Johnson. He received me most kindly and courteously, and alluded to our former service in Congress, in pleasant terms. He spoke liberally and in the most conciliatory terms of the South, and the Southern people. His manner indicated sincerity and if we meet him in a spirit such as he exhibited, we will have reason to regard him as our best friend. Now that the war is ended, we should exhibit no sullen and dissatisfied spirit, but should encourage harmony and conciliation. We have to live under the same government, and it is the part of wisdom and duty, to seek to restore confidence, and cultivate kindly relations. We must show sincerity, honesty and faithfulness in fulfilling the obligations we have assumed. This is the advice I have given to our people, ever since your surrender.\"\nLetcher goes on to tell Lee of the great respect and kind feelings that officers and others in the North had for him.","In 1865, shortly after the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia, Robert E. Lee was approached in Richmond by C.B. Richardson of the University Publishing Company of New York. No contract was signed, but the two came to an informal agreement whereby University Publishing Company would have publication privileges if Lee completed a manuscript. For the next five years the two kept up correspondence, with Lee often requesting materials that Richardson would then search out and furnish for him.\nThis letter was a continuation of their correspondence. Richardson had ascertained the wherabouts of General Hampton and General Longstreet and offered to ensure that Lee's letters reached them. He described his search for documents and information from the war, specifically reports from Gettysburg and Chancelorsville.","John Letcher, a Lexington, Virginia native, Washington Academy alumnus and governor of Virginia from 1860 to 1864 was one of several people from Lexington to write to Lee to inform him of his election as President of Washington College. In this letter, Letcher encourages Lee to take the position, explaining the area, people, stipend and arrangements.","In 1865, shortly after the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia, Robert E. Lee was approached in Richmond by C.B. Richardson of the University Publishing Company of New York. No contract was signed, but the two came to an informal agreement whereby University Publishing Company would have publication privileges if Lee completed a manuscript. For the next five years the two kept up correspondence, with Lee often requesting materials that Richardson would then search out and furnish for him.","This is a photo copy of the original letter.","The letter's envelope accompanies it.","Mrs. Gilliam appears to have sent the exact same letter twice, a couple of weeks apart. Both copies exist in the folder.","The letters are photo copies of the originals. The originals are located at the Virginia Military Institute Archives.","There are two letters with the same content.","A brochure for the Thomas H. Barlow Planetarium is included with the letter.","Included with the letter is payment via a note from the Adams Express Company.","An original copy of the lease accompanies the letter.","Very difficult to read. Likely about sending her son to Washington College.","On the back in Lee's handwriting is written: C.B. Richardson sends vol. of Lees Memoirs","The newspaper clipping is not included.","Signed by AMF Lee and written very personally, this letter was almost certainly written by Anna Maria Goldsborough Fitzhugh, the widow of William Henry Fitzhugh and current owner of Ravensworth plantation, of which Mary Custis Lee and her children were heir to. \nThe letter was written about the general happenings in her life. Anna Maria wrote of how she wished that Lee and his family could visit soon. She mentioned that a boy named \"Robbie\", who was in her care, would be attending Washington College in the winter term.","Charles Chauncey Burr wrote a lengthy note to Lee to accompany the January 1866 edition of his magazine, Old Guard. Burr was anti-republican, anti-centralization, and anti-consolidation. .","Talladega, Ala. Jany. 20th 1866\nDear Sir,\nIn common with your fellow countrymen of the South, I rejoice that you have consented to assume a position, in which you may spend the remainder of your honoured life, in the quiet, and honourable work pf educating our noble young men.\nI trust the Legislature of your venerable Commonwealth, will respond favourably \u0026 promptly to the plan for enlarging the endowments of your college proposed through you.\nThe ravages of the war just ended, has left many of us without sons to educate, more without present means for educating those who were spared. Yet with proper efforts, our colleges may be re-endowed and our children educated, within our own country, \u0026 by professors \u0026 teachers, of our own country, by birth, education, moral instincts, and habits of thought.\nI have one son only left me, now near fifteen years of age; my eldest \u0026 only other son, living when the war began, having fallen at one of the guns of the Washington, N.O. Artillery, near Drury's Bluff, on the 16th of May 1864.\nMy surviving son, so soon, as he learned you had accepted the Presidency of Washington College, expressed a strong desire, that I should send him there, as soon as he was prepared to enter. I propose gratifying him, if it is possible for me to meet the expenses; provided, non residents of the State of Virginia are allowed to enter that college. It was formerly a State Military College, \u0026 I have an impression that its privileges were limited to the Sons of residents of the State. I write for information on that Subject: If I am mistaken in this, then be pleased to inform me, 1st What sum per annum, will cover the entire expenses, except for clothing \u0026 traveling. 2nd Whither the course of instruction is upon the plan of the University of Virginia, or that of the ordinary college curriculum of four years, at the end of which the degree of A.B. is conferred?\nI do not expect to send my son off before the summer or fall of the present year, perhaps not so soon as that, the time depending upon the fitness of his preparation. A particular statement of the extent of preparation in the languages \u0026 mathematics, necessary for entering in the lowest class, \u0026 of the progress required for each succeeding year will be thankfully received.\nWhat is the population of Lexington; To what extent, if any has the Town been destroyed; Is it likely to maintain its former reputation for healthfulness, \u0026 for high moral \u0026 religious tone?\nWith an apology for the length of this communication, \u0026 the expression of a desire that any response you may be pleased to make, shall accord with your own convenience and leisure. I am very respectfully\nYour obt. Servt\nGeo. S. Walden","William Archer Cocke wrote to Robert E. Lee February 1, 1866 from Monticello, Florida. He expresses the wishes of several youths in the Florida region to study at Washington College under Lee's leadership and requests a number of circulars on the college be sent to his address.","Laura G. Ogle wrote to Robert E. Lee from New Castle, Delaware on February 1, 1866. In the letter, she expressed her great admiration for Lee and her desire to emulate his example, despite societal pressures on her as a woman. She explains that her lifelong goal had become to meet and speak with Lee at some point. However, she explains that she has become and \"invalid\" and will remain so for her life, thus restricting herself to remaining in New Castle for the remainder of her life. She ends the letter with a request for a locke of Lee's hair.","For Benjamin S. Elliott's later correspondence with Lee, see his letter from April 27, 1866 in Folder 56.","See the letter from Hope dated March 22nd, 1866 in folder 49.","See Charles B. Richardson's earlier letter to Robert E. Lee written March 20th, 1866 in folder 49.","For Benjamin S. Elliott's earlier correspondence with Lee, see his letter from April 10, 1866 in Folder 53.","For context of this note, see Algernon Sidney Vigus' original letter to Lee dated April 9th, 1866 in folder 53.","George Dawes Appleton wrote another letter to Robert E. Lee, dated May 23rd, 1866, asking how to prepare his son for Washington College as soon as possible. This letter can be found in folder 61.","The outcome of the decision of the shareholders meeting can be found in C. Williams' letter to Lee marked May 19th, 1866 in folder 61.","Samuel S. Mathers' peronsal letter to Robert E. Lee, dated 1866-07-30, which accompanied the original George Washington letter he returned to the college. This item is also located in the secure file.","This collection contains primary and secondary resources pertaining to Robert E. Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W\u0026L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865 - 1870. Adminstrative papers, such as President's Reports, etc..., from Robert E. Lee's presidency of the school may be found within the W\u0026L University Archives. Please contact W\u0026L Special Collections for information regarding the University Archives.","Letter from Robert E. Lee to William McCloud Bowe dated April 18, 1863 rejecting a request for furlough from the army. The letter was likely dictated but is signed by Lee.","Letter from Robert E. Lee to Edward Turner about the death of Col. J. A. Washington (John Augustine Washington) at Valley River, dated 14 September 14, 1861","In Special Order 56, Army of Northern Virginia, which is dated Feb 27, 1864, Lee decrees the end of Lieutenant Granville Gray's career stating that he is now living in the lunatic asylum in Staunton, Va. The document was written in Staunton. It is signed by Walter H. Taylor.","Robert E. Lee's last order as commander of the Army of Northern Virginia.  This copy is written and signed by Lee.","In this letter Robert E. Lee writes to the Board of Trustess of Washington College accepting the presidency of the institution.","This letter contains information about the furniture that Charles Marshall is purchasing for Lee in Baltimore.","In this letter Lee writes to Rathmell Wilson in Philadelphia that the Washington College Board of Trustees has elected to let him purchase books for the institution.","In this letter written from Sweet Springs Robert E. Lee writies that due to his health he won't be returning to the college right away.  He asks all the faculty to help the students prepare for classes.  A transcription is housed with this letter.","In this letter Lee gives a prospective student advice on the choosing which state institution of higher to attend.","In this letter Lee writes to Campbell, who had recently been asked to be Superintent of the Rockbridge County Schools, that he does not think accepting this position would greatly impact his duties at Washington College.","This document is Robert E. Lee's signed Oath of office as President of Washington College.  It is signed William White.","Written excuse by Robert E. Lee for William H. Kinckle to go to church on Good Friday and miss his recitation as a result.","In this letter Robert E. Lee talks his wife's health and making trips to Hot Springs and Warm Springs.  He also mentions his two daughters Agnes and Mildred.  He makes mentions of rumors that George Washington Custis Lee recently got engaged.","This order by Adjutant General and Inspector General of the Confederate Army, Samuel Cooper, raises Robert E. Lee to General in Chief of the Armies of the Confederacy.","In this letter Robert E. Lee writes to the students about the effects of their disruptive behavior on the town and asks them to minimize that behavior during the upcoming April Fools Day parade.  A transcription of the letter is housed with the original item.","In this letter Lee thanks Walter H. Galt, who established Galt Jewelers in Washington, DC, for a color photograph of George Washington Parke Custis.","This letter from Robert E. Lee to Stilson Hutchins, founder of the Washington Post, thanks him for copies of the St. Louis Times, which contained an article on Washington College.","Letter from Frank A. Waddill, Class of 1870, to the faculty requesting permission for five days off from school.  Note on the back of the board to which the letter is glued: 'Frank A. Waddill was a classmate (roomate?) of Wilmer H. Shields at Washington College (and then Washington and Lee University)...'","In this letter Lee writes to Blair Robertson returning the pet chicken, which was originally a gift from Robertson, to its orginal owner for safe keeping.  Lee feels that harm may come to the chicken as the military is moving camp.","Leaf from first Washington College catalogue, which was printed before Lee was official invested as college president in October 1865.  He is listed as the President and a Professor of Mental and Moral Science, Lee but never actually taught at the college.","In this letter Mary Custis Lee writes to an unknown correspondentabout her ailments, travel, General Grant's movements through VA, and inflation.  The letter was written from Richmond in 1864.","This photograph is of Robert E. Lee with his floppy tie. The inscription on back says 'for my young friend John Opie from Mary Custis Lee'.","Lee writes to Louisa upon the death of her father, John Augustine Washington, who was killed in battle during the American Civil War.","In this letter Robert E. Lee writes to Louisa about the last letter ever written by her father John Augustine Washington.","In this letter Robert E. Lee asks Louise when he can see her and invites her to visit his military camp.","In this letter Lee writes to Louisa about arrangements for the family to received her father's (John Augustine Washington) personal papers. He notes that John was the last proprietor of Mount Vernon of the family of Washington.","In this letter Lee writes to Louisa about her cousin Charles Alexander who was taken by the Union military as a prisoner of war.  He writes that he has made a request for Alexander's release.","In this letter Lee writes to Louisa about suggestions for what to inscribe on her father's (John Augustine Washington) tombstone.","This document is Robert E. Lee's last will and testament.  There is also a note on back of will from November 7, 1870.","Three (3) copies of handbill/broadside 'Funeral Obsequies. October 15, 1870.' for funeral of Robert E. Lee.","Includes a letter and a portrait of Julia Gratiot, R.E. Lee's niece and wife of General Charles Gratiot.","This letter included a carte de viite photograph from Lee to J. D. Driesbach's son. The photograph was removed to the Robert E. Lee photographs box.\nThe year of the letter was originally mis-identified as 1866 and it is physically located in the box that includes letters written in October 1866.","Included in this folder are two copies of Robert E. Lee's will. One copy is a photograph of the original will. The other copy is a published transcription and facsimile of the will, created by Washington and Lee University in 1928.","This contract details the agreement between the Washington College Survey Board and the renowned topographical surveyor Jedadiah Hotchkiss. It is a contract for Hotchkiss to perform various surveys on behalf of the Board of Survey to expand the college's map resources. The five year contract stipulates assorted restrictions on Hotchkiss's rights to the maps. It is signed by R.E. Lee on behalf of the Board of Survey.","Notations are in Lee's hand","West Point cadet Putnam writes to his father regarding his  his first semester at the academy. He mentions a number of officers including West Point Superintendent Robert E. Lee.","W.N. Pendleton writes to Lee upon learning of his election to the Presidency of Washington College. Pendleton writes \"chiefly as a resident of Lexington for the last ten or twelve years, and an observer of the college this wile [sic] to give you my impressions respecting the locality, Institution, etc.\"","Two letters are included, one from William MacFarland to Robert E. Lee and one from Reverdy Johnson to William MacFarland. MacFarland referenced the Johnson letter in his own letter to Lee and included it in the envelope.","A Letter of reference from Alabama Supreme Court Justice John D. Phelan and Benjamin H. Porter is included with the letter.","Ralph Lete wrote to Robert E. Lee on February 1, 1866 from Ironton, Ohio. He wrote to express his admiration for Lee, as well as to request a course catalog of Washington College for his son to potentially attend the school.","In this letter, Jones Bros. \u0026 Co. Subscription Book Publishers of Philadelphia, PA wrote a business letter to Robert E. Lee on February 2, 1866. In the letter, the company attempts to solicit their services to publish Lee's current writings on his Civil War Campaigns.","This letter was written by J. Temple of Richmond, Virginia to Robert E. Lee on February 2, 1866. In the letter, Temple requests that Lee send him a number of circulars on Washington College for those in the area of Richmond who are interested in attending.","This letter was written by J. B. Williams of Enfield, North Carolina to Robert E. Lee. He wrote to request a set of course catalogs for Washington College, and explains that he is recommending the school to his students.","This letter was written by W. W. Anderson of Bethany, West Virginia on February 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Anderson explains his dissatisfaction with the state of Bethany College. He requests that Lee, upon evaluation, accept himself and a dozen other Bethany College students into Washington College.","This letter was written by Robert H. Patterson of Abingdon, Virginia on February 3, 1866. Patterson wrote to request Lee send to him a catalog of Washington College as well as the Law School.","This letter was written by Joseph Finnegan of Fenandina, Florida on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Finnegan explains to Lee that his friend, Captain Taylor, had recently passed away. He goes on to explain that Captain Taylor's two son's were currently attending Washington College. Finnegan continues to explain that the sons of Taylor are likely undisciplined due to their lack of quality education in their formative years. He requests that Lee offer them additional guidance in their situation.","This letter was written by Captain William Parker Snow of Nyack, New York on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Snow explains his intense admiration for Lee and his leadership. He explains that he is in the process of authoring a monograph on the subject of southern generals during the Civil War. He goes on to express his patriotism for the United States in its current form and his admiration of Lee's willingness to fight for what he believed in.","This letter was written by C. B. Richardson of New York, NY on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Richardson expresses his company's interest in Lee's experiences, and mentions an included copy of a book on the \"Army of the Potomac\" for Lee to examine. Richardson also requests a photograph of General Pendleton be sent with Lee's response.","This letter was written by M. Taylor on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Taylor explains to Lee that a catalog previously requested of Lee did not arrive with its accompanying letter. Taylor goes on to explain that he sent his sons to Washington College without first knowing the requirements due to the missing catalog.","This letter was written by H. B. Magruder of Greensboro, Alabama on February 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written on behalf of the Southern University's branch of the Clariosophic Society to Lee, extending to him honorary membership based upon the merit of his actions during the Civil War.","This letter was written on behalf of the Virginia Railroad Company in Richmond, Virginia on February 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter was written to Lee to inform him of a bill advocating the railroad's repair and to continue his support of the reconstruction of Virginia's infrastructure. The letter includes the bill itself, a printed prospectus, and assorted newspaper clippings referencing the project.","This letter was written by R. L. Dabney to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Dabney relayed that Lee's previous letter had been delivered to  him safely. He goes on to thank Lee for his advice and describes ways in which he applied it.","This letter was written by George J. Stewart of Madison Station, Virginia on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Stewart explains that he intends to apply to and attend Washington College for the coming semester. He also explains that he very much desired to attend the school where Lee was president, which led to a mistaken application to Virginia Military Institute where he initially believed Lee was president.","This letter was written by Sam Beach Jones of Bridgeton, New Jersey on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Jones relays that he his sending in tandem a copy of General Patterson's publication, which he would like Lee to look over and potentially give his permission to use Lee's name within.","This letter was written by Charles Marshall on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Marshall relays to Lee that his previous letter had been received, and that he is heeding Lee's advice as best he can.","This letter was written by Rathwell Wilson in Philidelphia, Pennsylvania on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Wilson explains that he has recently inherited of a scientific library of books from his late brother, Thomas B. Wilson. He expresses his desire to donate a large portion it to various southern institutions of higher learning. He goes on to express his desire for Washington College to be one of the institutions to benefit from his donation. Included in the letter is a list of various monographs which Wilson sent to Washington College. Each title includes the number of volumes which were donated.","This letter was written by Major C. H. Woodward of Rockbridge Baths, Virginia on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Woodward requests a loan from Lee, which he promises to repay in short order.","This letter was written by J. W. Francis on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Francis explains to Lee that he has in his possession two documents that were taken from Lee's Arlington house during the Civil War by the army stationed on the Potomac. The documents mentioned include a deed dated 1632 and a work on the \"Anti-Christian Conspiracy.\" Francis expresses his desire to return these items to Lee's possession at his earliest convenience.","This letter was written by Samuel H. Anderson from Georgetown College in Washington, DC on February 8, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Anderson explains in the letter that the Philodemic Society of Georgetown College had elected to make Lee an honorary member.","This letter was written by a representative of Lancaster \u0026 Co from Richmond, Virginia on February 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company is informing Lee of a check from the treasurer of Ohio made out to Lee for $105 accrued in interest on bonds.","This letter was written by George Washignton Garmany from Savannah, Georgia on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Garmany wrote the letter as a recommendation for John B. Mays, a potential student of Washington College.","This letter was written by Charles O. DeLahoussaye in New Orleans, Louisiana on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, DeLahoussaye writes requesting that Lee send a catalog for Virginia Military Institute, as he desires to send his nephew to atttend school. DeLahoussaye potentially erroneously ascertained that Lee was the president of VMI.","This letter was written by M. A. Gibbs from Vicksburg, Mississippi on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. He requests in the letter that Lee admit his son into Washington College.","This letter was written by Sam Tyler from Frederick City, Maryland on February 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Tyler informs Lee that Prof. Baer intends to have a collection of minerals identified and labeled within several months for the use of Washington College.","This letter was written by L. Davis from Prospect Hill, Georgia on February 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Davis relays to Lee that he had heard a speech on history recounting the evacuation of Richmond by Jefferson Davis, and transcribed a section he believed would be of interest to Lee, which is also included with the letter.","This letter was written by W. M. Black from Lynchburg, Virginia on February 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Black explains to Lee that a package has been recovered at his Southern Express Company office that contains cash addressed to Lee. He requests that Lee respond with instructions on what to do with the package.","This letter was written by John Raglan Glascock from the University of Virginia on February 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Glascock requests that a catalog or circular for Washington College be forwarded to him at the request of a friend from California interested in attending.","This letter was written by J. B. Heck on February 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter acts as a bill and statement of service to Washington College. Heck states the materials needed and the requested services for building shelving for the Washington College Library.","This letter was written by J. P. Branch from Augusta, Georgia on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Branch expresses his admiration for Lee and requests an autograph be sent to him.","This letter was written by L. Jervey from Charleston, South Carolina on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Jervey informed Lee of a bulk of cotton in his possession that he wishes to give to Lee. He goes on to praise him for his character and actions during the war.","This letter was written by A. B. Robertson from New Wartrace, Tennessee on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Robertson requests Lee to send him a circular on Washington College. He goes on to explain his motivations in doing so.","This letter was written by Mrs. E. F. Farrar and Annie De Moss from Vicksburg, Mississippi on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The two women write that their letter includes a check for $536 intended for Stonewall Jackson's widow and child, and request that Lee forward it at his convenience. The letter continues and expresses the pain that is felt by them in defeat after the war's end, and describe the nature with which life continues in the south. They express their admiration for both Jackson and Lee, and describe the reverence with which their names are held in their households.","This letter was written by A. S. Buford from Richmond, Virginia on February 16, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Buford writes from Richmond as president of the Richmond \u0026 Danville Rail Road, and presents to Lee tickets for use on the railroad. He concludes by requesting an autograph from Lee.","This letter was written by William P. Marlin on February 16, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Marlin writes to request that Lee send to his address a circular for Washington College for his son, a prospective student.","This letter was written by Burk, Herbert \u0026 Co. from Alexandria, Virginia on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company is writing to inform Lee that $25 have been added to the account of Sydney Smith Lee.","This letter was written by J. Warner from Washington, D.C. on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Warner writes to Lee to inform that he had come across an individual in Philadelphia in possession of a scrapbook of material relating to the Washington family. Warner requests that Lee relay any knowledge which could be used to return the scrapbook to its rightful owner.","This letter was written by George, Count Joannes from New York City on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, he expresses his admiration of Lee and his displeasure with the established concepts of Reconstruction and of the \"radical cloud\" rising from Congress. He makes mention of his public letters which have been published in the New York News. He goes on to say that when he next visits Virginia that he will donate to Washington College a portion of his profits.","This letter was written by N. B. Feagin from Midway, Alabama on February 18, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Fiegan requests Lee send to him a Washington College circular due to his interest in attending.","This letter was written by M. S. Clarke from Louisville, Kentucky on February 19, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Clarke requsts a set of catalogs for himself and several other young men in his area, as they are interesting in attending Washington College.","This letter was written by Henry B. Dawson from Morrisania, New York on February 18, 1866. In the letter, Dawson expresses his interest in Lee's efforts to publish his father's memoirs. Dawson offers his assistance as an historian, and includes a segment of The Historical Magazine highlighting his past historical work.","This letter was written by C. R. Hubbard from Montgomery, Alabama on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hubbard asks Lee to send to him a catalogue of classes at Washington College, as well to write back any information that would ensure his admission to the college.","This letter was written by Frank Magruder from Goshen, Kentucky on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Magruder requests that Lee send to him a circular for Washington College, as his son is interested in attending the school.","This letter was written by D. S. Mulee from Fort Pulaski, Georgia on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Mulee writes from the fort prison, vouching for the character of his friend, John M. Taylor's, sons who had been sent to attend school at Washington College.","This letter was written by Charles E. Waters from Baltimore, Maryland on February 21, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Waters describes how the ladies of Baltimore are organizing a fair to raise funds for the relief of southerners affected bt the Civil War. He requests, at the suggestion of his wife, that Lee send a set of his autographs to be sold at the fair to raise money for their cause.","This letter is written by Robert E. Lee Jr. on February 19, 1866 to his father, Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Robert E. Lee Jr. expresses to his father that he was happy to hear from him and his mother recently. He goes on to ask advice from his father regarding the mill he now operates. He explains the situation of some mechanical problems witht he mill and dam, and asks his father to provide advice on the course of action to take and how to apply the repairs effectively.","This letter was writen by J. Lawrence Saulsbury from Richmond, Virginia on February 20, 1866. Saulsbury begins the letter by expressing his admiration for Lee and his wish to meet him in person. He then transitions into encouraging Lee to allow the company he represents,  Blakeney \u0026 Co., to supply Washington College's students with sets of gold pens at the cost of $1 each.","This letter was written by W. P. Moore from Palmyra, Missouri on February 22, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Moore requests a response from Lee on the question of to whom he needed to seek the copyright of Lee's historical exploits during the war while in Missouri.","This letter was written by Laura G. Ogle from New Castle, Delaware on February 23, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is a follow up to a previous response given by Lee. Ogle expresses her gratitude for Lee's fulfillment of her reqeust of a signed photograph.","This letter was written by former CSA Staff member of General Stevenson, Major George L. Gillespie from Chatanooga, Tennessee on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Gillespie writes the letter as an introduction to two relatives of his attending Washington College, Robert N. and Thomas J. Gillespie. He vouches for their quality of character and hopes Lee will provide them with a role model.","This letter was written by Horace Sheley on behalf of the Philologic Society of Westminster College on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter extends an invitation for Lee to become and honorary member of the Philologic Society.","This letter was written by William H. Botts from Glasgow, Kentucky on February  26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Botts writes to introduce Buford Leslie to Lee and vouch for his character while he attends Washignton College.","This letter was written by William Brazelton from New Market, Tennessee on February 25, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Brazelton writes as a way to introduce J. M. Gillespie from Rhea County who attended Washington College. He also explains some events of his life, as well as the nature of young southern men.","This letter was written on behalf of the company of art-dealers Butler, Perrigo, and Way from Baltimore, Maryland on February 26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The dealers express their thanks to Lee for sending them a series of autographs they had previously requested. They inform Lee that the autographs are to be framed and sold by their dealership.","This letter was written by D. Creel from Chillicothe, Ohio on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter begins by praising Lee and making several biblical comparisons to Lee. Creel continues and begins to refer to his relation to Stonewall Jackson by marriage, and begins to recount events of Jackson's life as he viewed them up until his death during the Civil War. Creel also describes events of his own life, including raids by northern militias on his home.","This letter was written on behalf of Jones Bros. \u0026 Co. from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on February 26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company writes to follow up on Lee's rejection of the previous offer for the company to publish his personal works. The follow up resolves with an open offer should Lee change his mind.","This letter was written on behalf of the Demosthenian Society from the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The Demosthenian Society writes to inform Lee that he has been made an honorary member based upon his reputation and actions.","This letter was written by Bishop J. Johns on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Johns writes from Theological Seminary to inform Lee of the death of \"Bishop Meade.\"","This letter was written on behalf of the Demosthenian Society of Roanoke College from Salem, Virginia on February 28, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The society writes to inform Lee that he has been elected to be an honorary member of the society.","This letter was written by the Cordes Sisters and their personal friend Mary Byrnes from Ridgevill, South Carolina on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter was sent in care of the sisters' father, Captain Theodore Cordes from Charleston, South Carolina. The letter is a follow up to a previous request of the sisters that went unanswered from December of 1865. The sisters requested some small memento from Lee, as they had great respect for him.","This letter was written by Mary G. Slaughter on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Slaughter writes to introduce Stark Arnold to Lee as the nephew of Stonewall Jackson. She vouches for his integrity and explains his situation of desiring an education without direct means. She requests that Lee assist him in gaining an education.","This letter was written by G. W. Leyburn from Big Lick, Virginia on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Leyburn makes reference to a previous conversation he and Lee had regarding the nature of education. He expands on this topic and asks a series of questions regarding education in the South and requests a written response to the questions. He explains that he wishes to have Lee's stance while Leyburn acts to acquire subscriptions for Washington College's endowment.","This letter was written by Mrs. M. B. Smith from Port Royal, Virginia on March 1, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Smith informs Lee that she wishes for her son to attend Washington College. She requests Lee for a school catalogue.","This letter was written by J. M. Handely on March 1, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Handely requests a copy of Lee's ongoing work on the history of the \"Great Rebellion.\"","This letter and attached news clippings were written by Edward A. Pollard from Norfolk, Virginia on March 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Pollard explains, in reference to a previous correspondence, that he has become aware of an individual who has published his own scholarly work on the Civil War called \"The Lost Cause\" in the newspaper The New York News and is seeking action. He sent the letter attached with two clippings from papers in which Pollard directly addresses the culprit and publicly denounces his actions of infringement.","This letter was written on behalf of the Great Southern \u0026 Western Accident \u0026 Life Insurace Company of New Orleans, Louisiana on March 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company writes to inform Lee that he has been elected one of five members of the Non-Resident Board of stockholders.","This letter was written by W. S. Neal on behalf of the Jefferson Davis Society of the Stonewall Institute from Perry County, Alabama on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter explains the society's purpose and goals, while praising southern ideals. It then invites and requests Lee to become a member of the society.","This letter was written by J. Longstreet from New Orleans, Louisiana on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Longstreet writes to Lee informing him that he has inserted Lee's name as a one of the non-resident board of directors for the Great Southern and Western Life and Accident Insurance Company. He gives description of the company and its then-current assets. Included with the letter is a typed transcript.","This letter was written by J. Johns Jr. from Richmond, Virginia on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Johns writes to Lee that his letter accompanies another letter from Dr. Julius Doetsh. He explains that, upon his advice, Doetsh wishes to make a translation of Lee's work. He then vouches for Doetsh's credentials and character.","This letter was written by Dr. Julius Edmund Doetsh from Richmond, Virginia on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Doetsh introduces himself to Lee and makes an offer to translate Lee's in-progress memoirs into German for European publication. He explains that interest in Europe is high for such a publication, and explains the potential avenues for publication which he can take advantage of.","This letter was written by W. H. McGuire from Washington, DC on March 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In her letter, McGuire relays to Lee her thanks for his assistance and relaying of the news of her husband's death.","This letter was written by Thomas H. Ellis from Richmond, Virginia on March 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Ellis writes to inform Lee that the company's general assembly has voted to move forward with granting a French company an amended charter with contents that had been requested by the French company. He goes on to express his unease at working with the French, given bad relations and lack of resources following the Civil War. He then requests Lee write to him his opinions on the topics of the canal project, as well as peace relations abroad.","This letter was written by J. Speer Howarth from Delaware County, Pennsylvania on March 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Howarth requests information on Washington College pertaining to its student population and the general atmosphere of the college.","This letter was written by J. Emanuel on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Emanuel expresses interest in sending his son to Washington College and requests information on admission.","This letter was written by George Michael Branner from Knoxville, Tennessee on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Branner writes the letter as an introduction to his son Hardy Bryan Branner and his friend Rudolph Bryan. He vouches for their character, and explains that all funds for their education are accommodated.","This letter was written by E. C. Middleton from Washington, DC on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Middleton introduces his agent, E. F. Lutz of Baltimore. Middleton then explains that his previous request of an oil painting of Lee had been rejected due to a lack of one existing. Middleton explains that Lutz will take notes of Lee's complexion and then, using a recent photograph by Mathew Brady, create an oil painting which he wishes Lee to sign.","This letter was written by John W. Lapsley from Shelby County, Alabama on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. He writes to Lee introducing his son, John B. Lapsley who is attending Washington College. He goes into deep detail about his son's mannerisms and behavior, expressing hope that Lee's leadership will help to mold him appropriately.","This letter was written by Benjamin B. Stith from Bewleyville, Kentucky on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Stith writes that he wishes to send his son to a military academy, believing Lee to be the president of VMI. He asks Lee to send him information and his favor in accepting his son into the school.","This letter was written by Thomas E. McNeill from Lynchburg, Virginia on March 8, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. McNeill writes to share with Lee the mission of the newly-formed Virginia Mining and Manufacturing Bureau. He asks Lee for his support and includes an attached circular pertaining to the organization.","This letter was written by William W. Early from Hyattsville, Maryland on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Early requests from Lee a catalogue of classes for Washington College.","This letter was written by N. S. Ray from Lebanon, Kentucky on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Ray asks in the letter for a catalogue of studies, as well as general information for Washington College. Ray explains that his son wishes to transfer from Centre College in Kentucky to Washington College.","This letter was written by William Hunter from Savannah, Georgia on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hunter writes to Lee informing him that his three sons wish to attend Washington College. He describes the natures of his sons as well as their academic potential.","Ths letter was written by E. L. Hadden from New York City on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hadden writes to Lee informing him that he is returning to Lee a series of items recovered from the occupation of Arlington House at the onset of the Civil War.","This letter was written by J. L. Hocker on behalf of the Periclean Society of the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written to inform Lee that he has been elected as an honorary member of the society.","This letter was written by C. Newton from Louisiana State Seminary (later Louisiana State University) on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written to inform Lee that a society has been formed at the school named the Lee Society, and that Lee has been elected an honorary member.","This letter was written by VMI Superintendent Francis H. Smith on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Smith writes to inform Lee that a new VMI cadet, William F. Dancey, believes that the damage to VMI has resulted in the institution being unable to perform its purpose. He relays Dancey's desire to instead enroll in Washington College.","This letter was written by Sam Barnett from Washington, Georgia on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Barnett writes to Lee informing him that his ward, William H. Barnett, wishes to attended Washington College.","This letter was written by Rathmell Wilson from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Wilson writes the letter as a follow up to his previous correspondence with Lee regarding the donation of Thomas B. Wilson's library to Washington College. Wilson inquires whether the boxes of books arrived as planned. He also indicates that he wishes to donate further books in his possession to Washington College on the stipulation that the donated books be cared for, retain Thomas Wilson's book plate, and be called \"the Wilson contribution to the Library of Washington College.\" Wilson additionally indicates that he has included a copy of Thomas Wilson's memoir in the donation.","This letter was written by J. Marshall Dent from Maryland Agricultural College on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Dent explains to Lee that the classes at Maryland Agricultural College are to be suspended by March 25. He requests information on Washington College and inquires of the possibility of enrolling late in the term.","This letter was written by C. G. Freuman from Eminence, Kentucky on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Freuman requests that Lee send him a catalog for the \"military institute\" which Lee is head of, mistakenly assuming Lee is the head of Virginia Military Institute also in Lexington, VA.","This letter was written by William H. Kinnon from Tangipaho Station, Lousiana on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Kinnon writes to request information on costs of attendance for the sons of his five sisters.","This letter was written by C. B. Richardson from New York City on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Richardson thanks Lee for his previous correspondence and expresses interest in sending Lee a series of documents and books to assist him.","This letter was written by S. D. Stuart from Baltimore, Maryland on March 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Stuart writes on behalf of Mrs. James Robb, asking for a likeness of Lee, whom she greatly admires.","This letter was written by George William Green from Shieldfield , Newcastle on Tyne, England.","This letter was written by W. Scott Glore from Louisville, Kentucky to Robert E. Lee. Glore offers to pay for $1000 of the publication costs of Lee's proposed book on his campaigns during the American Civil War.","This letter was written by P. T. Moore from Richmond, Virginia to Robert E. Lee. Moore explains that his friend from the British Parliament has requested an autographed photograph and he inquires about a potential faculty position in Agriculture or Geology at Washington College for Dr. Thomas Antisell.","This letter was written by American educator Emma Willard on March 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Willard introduces herself and explains that she is a writer of history and has followed Lee's career through the war. She expresses her wish to establish contact with various generals, including Lee, to record their views of experiences for an upcoming school history book on the topic.","This letter to R. E. Lee was written by S. S. Scranton and J. B. Burr from the American Publishing Company of Hartford, Connecticut. They write to inquire on Lee's status in writing his history of the war, and continue to express interest in negotiating a publishing contract.","This letter informs Robert E. Lee of his honorary membership to the Jackson Society, a literary society at the College of William and Mary. This was written by J. A. G. Williamson, the secretary of the society.  The reverse shows that Robert E. Lee answered the letter on March 23rd, 1866.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Meade Woodson of Fincastle, Botetourt County, VA. Woodson writes to Lee on behalf of a Ms. Hamilton who is considering sending her two sons to the institution. She wonders if there will military training at Washington College and if there's boarding for students available with Christian professors.","This is a letter from William C. Folkes to Robert E. Lee. He has sent a list of Battle Reports from the Confederate States of America (CSA). Along with the letter is a yellow piece of paper listing the battles recognized by the CSA.","This letter was sent to Robert E. Lee from \"Fanny\" Bain, a corresponding secretary of the Eunomian Literary Society at the Masonic College at La Grange, KY. The society offers Lee honorary membership if he would send a letter of acceptance and make a contribution to the Literary Gems paper.","This letter was written by Thomas Munford for Robert E. Lee. Having learned that R. E. Lee is planning to write a war memoir, Munford writes to Lee to correct information within the offical Confederate report of the cavalry battle at Aldie, Virginia in 1863.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Reverend Abner Johnson Leavenworth, writing as secretary of the Teachers' Association of Virginia. He asks Lee to address the organization's anniversary meeting in July 1866 about acceptance and education of Virginia's formerly enslaved people. Lee noted on the reverse of the Letter that he declined the invitation to speak.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Charles W. Cole. Originally this letter was given to Lee with two books, \"Rollin's Belles Lettres\" and \"The Letters of Cicero\" that came from his home in Arlington. This letter is an explanation for how Cole obtained them and why he is giving them back.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from John W. Fiwell. Fiwell asks for a circular of Washington College. Fiwell also mentions he is a wounded soldier from Company A of the Fourth Virginia Cavalry.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from R. G. Williams. In this letter he reminds Lee about a hat he agreed to last December. This letter came with the hat when it was finally finished in March of 1866.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Edward Long Hedden. Hedden tells Lee he has received the engraving of Washington and gives his thanks.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from S. J. Henderson. Henderson and Judge Charles Lewis McConnell have heard Lee plans to write a book on the American Civil War. Henderson and McConnell ask to have publishing agency in Kentucky for Lee's book.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from the book publisher Sargent, Wilson and Hinkle. This letter asks Lee for his approval of McGuffey Eclectic Readers books on the American Civil War.","Wilmer McLean asks Lee if he would visit Appomattox (Va.) to have a photograph of him taken in the room where he surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from Ellen Reily. She asks Lee if he could include her husband in his book on the American Civil War. She includes newspaper clippings, orders, and letters by and about her husband Colonel James Reily.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Elizabeth (referred to as Lizzie in the letter) Hull. She asks for information about Washington College for her adopted child.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Algernon Sidney Vigus. Vigus explains that he has acquired Lee family letters removed from the Lee family home at Arlington during the Civil War and that he'd like to return them. Vigus asks to keep one of the letters, to a Custis family member from London in 1728. Vigus ultimately returned the correspondence and Lee honored Vigus' request for the 1728 letter.","McLeavy, a third-year student of Soule University in Texas, wishes to attend Washington College for his fourth year. He also mentions his career in the Confederate Army and some of the classes he has completed at Soule.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Hezekiah George David (H. G. D.) Brown. Brown wishes to send his son to Washington College. He states that his son served in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War and was paroled in Alabama.","Charles Wesley Andrews, an Episcopal minister and acquaintance of Lee, shares that his wife Sarah died in 1863 and includes other family matters. He also requests two autographed photographs of Lee. Andrews includes with the letter a pamphlet that he recently published.","This letter accompanied a report by Brown of the Coal River Navigation Company which he hopes will take interest in minerals found in Virginia.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Benjamin S. Elliott. Elliott wishes to give Lee a colt sired by horse \"Patrick Henry\". Included with this letter is a carte de visite photograph of the \"Patrick Henry\".","Reverend Robert S. Clark asks for the rights to sell Lee's proposed history of the American Civil War throughout Mississippi. The letter includes five signatures of references for Reverend Clark - some of whom identify themselves as former Confederate soldiers and one, George Paul Turner, the editor of the \"National Star\" newspaper of Mississippi.","Hope, a real estate lawyer in Virginia, wishes to assist Lee in recovering his Arlington estate. He includes a newspaper annnouncing that Union soldiers killed at numnerous wartime battlefields would be reinterred at Arlington and that a memorial would be placed there in their honor.","Richardson plans to donate $1,000 in books to the library of Washington College. He also says he will publish Lee's father's memoir once the family portraits arrive for engraving.","Phtographer Alexander Gardner plans to send Lee photographs that are on hand in his studio at that include his company's imprint. He also plans to print and mount one-hundred photographs without his imprint, per Lee's request.","Lemuel Parker Conner of Natchez, Mississippi,  writes a letter of introduction to Robert E. Lee for his nephew William C. Conner, a new student at Washington College.","John O. Sullivan of Lincoln County, Tennessee requests catalogues of Washington College for some of his students who wish to attend.","S. P. Cunningham of Kentucky wants to obtain Washington College catalogues for Fairview Academy students wanting to attend.","The Washington College benefactor Warren Newcomb explains his Colonial era Massachusetts ancestry and requests a photograph of Lee.","William Andrew Quarles wishes to send his son to Washington College and asks for a catalog. He notes that his son in Canada and was formerly a lieutenant in the Confederate Army.","Walton has been informed by Carter James Harris, professor of Latin at Washington College, that Lee had taken offense to rumors published by Walton. Walton writes to Lee as an apology for any misunderstandings.","This letter mention from James Caskie mentions items pruchased for the Lee family in Richmond, daughters Agnes and Mildred and son W.H.F. Lee are mentioned. There is account information on Lee's account with Caskie on the reverse of the letter. Caskie reports he is glad to hear that the vase and chair that he has sent are cherished. Caskie also informs Lee that he received 2 dozen photographs of Lee from Richmond photographer Julian Vannerson but that Vannerson would not accept payment for the images.","Smith writes to Lee to inquire about Washington College's plans to introduce a program for engineering.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from E. H. Campbell, secretary for the Charles Town (W.Va.)Christian Association. Campbell informs Lee that he has been made an honorary member.","Clara Banks of Liverpool, England writes to Robert E. Lee requesting asking an autograph.","Daniel Moreau Barringer of Raleigh, North Carolina, wishes to send his son Lewin to Washington College and is asking for a catalogue.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from J. L. Greer who wishes to send his brother to Washington College for his junior year. He asks for a catalogue so his brother can properly prepare.","Oden Bowie, Governor of Maryland, asks Lee to send a catalogue for an aquaintance interested in Washington College.","James Woods Smith plans to attend Washington College and asks for a catalogue and additional information.","Rosan wishes to attend Washington College and requests a circular of the school.","This letter is from Elizabeth S. Myrick writing as \"Mrs. S. P. Myrick\". Elizabeth wishes to send her son, James to Washington College and asks for a circular and admission requirements. She explains that her son left school at fifteen to serve in the Civil War and fears his age and limited schooling before the war may hinder his opportunity to attend the school.","Barling wishes for his nephew to attend Washington College and asks for a circular. He explains that his nephew lived in Georgia until late in the war and is currently an exemplary student at his new school in Troy, New York.","John Reynolds Winston inquires if Lee is writing a history of the American Civil War urging him to do so, if not.","Matthews explains that he left school during the Civil War to serve in the Confederate Army. He now wishes to attend Washington College and requests a circular and admission requirements.","Mayer requests information on Washington College as he wishes to send his son to the school.","James A. Mitchell is interested in attending Washington College and would like catalogues sent for him and other potential students from Edmonton, Kentucky.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from John Hough James. James writes Lee regarding Washington College's  subscription to the Urbana Union (Ohio) newspaper.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from George Lyttleton Peyton. Peyton invites Lee to visit the Virginia Hotel in Staunton, Virginia.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from S. S. Louisa Cochrane. Cochrane hopes to send her son William G. \"Gilly\" Cochrane to Washington College and requests a catalogue or circular.","This letter is addressed to Robert E. Lee from Dominick James Dillon.Dillon wishes to send his son to Washington College and is awaiting an academic catalogue from the school.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from Benjamin S. Elliott. Elliott informs Lee that he fullfilled a favor that Lee requested in a previous letter. Although Lee did not accept Elliott's previous offer of a colt - sired by the horse \"Patrick Henry\", Elliott is negotiating that a two-year-old colt to be given to Lee. This letter also contains its original envelope.","The note explains a parcel of books from Algernon Sidney Vigus to Robert E. Lee that Vigus had removed from the Lee family's library at \"Arlington House\" during the American Civil War.","Jenifer, formerly of the 8th Virginia Cavalry during the Civil War, announces that he has retired from cavalry service and is running a business, \"Jenifer and Brother\" of Baltimore, Maryland. He offers his services and merchandise to Lee.  Included with this letter is an advertisement for Jenifer's business.","Netterville wishes to attend Washington College in the fall of 1866 and would like a catalogue.","Breckinridge introduces to Robert E. Lee three brothers, William, James, and Edward Carson, who are attending or en route to Washington College from Louisiana and asks that Lee be attentive to their well being. He also mentions Lee's proposed book on the Civil War campaigns of Virginia but that while he has no reports he'd be happy to write about any actions of which he had a part.","This letter by S. G. Landes is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Landes requests an autograph of Lee and mentions he's a native of Rockbridge and Augusta counties of Virginia.","This letter by the Strobridge Lithography Company is addressed to Robert E. Lee and references their lithographs of Robert E. Lee and that fire had destroyed its Cincinnati studio, including a Lee portrait. They share that a third Lee lithograph is in process as well as a portrait of Stonewall Jackson.","This letter by F. Bullwinkle is for Robert E. Lee. Bullwinkle wishes to get a mathematical education from Washington College and would like a catalogue.","This letter by members of the Stonewall Literary Society is for Robert E. Lee. The society writes to Lee that they have decided to make him an honorary member for his actions during the Siege of Petersburg, Virginia during the American Civil War.","This letter by Richard Pennefather Rothwell is to Robert E. Lee. Rothwell has heard that Washington College is increasing its staff and he offers his services as a professor of mining, metallurgy, mineralogy, or geology.","This letter by Robert Vinkler Richardson is for Robert E. Lee. Richardson is trying to establish foreign investment in the southern American cotton industry. His letter is written on a circular  sent out to different cotton planters.","This letter by Thomas Roberts Slicer is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Slicer, the son of Lee's friend Henry Slicer, inquires about a position to teach elocution at Washington College.","This letter by Daniel F. Wright is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Wright asks for a circular of Washington College to give a potential student he knows. He also mentions that he was a surgeon in Archer's Brigade during the American Civil War.","This letter by James Cleland is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Cleland, a plumber and gas-fitter in Lynchburg, offers his services to Washington College to install a gas system. Included with this letter is a pamphlet from the Automatic Gas Company of Baltimore advertising their product.","This letter by J. C. Parks is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Parks asks Lee if he and \"Mr. Frazier\" may be the publishers of Lee's proposed American Civil War. As part of theri proposal, they would liberally compensate Lee and offer half of the profits to widows and orphans of fallen Confederate soldiers. They list Casper Bell, John Bullock Clark, and John Heagan as references.","This letter by Warren S. Barlow is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Barlow writes that Lee's lithograph portrait by Elijah C. Middleton has been completed and he'll send it by express Lee via \"Mr. Lutz\".","This letter by Simon Bolivar Buckner is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Buckner introduces a student of Washington College he knows, J. Esten Cooke, Jr. Buckner also tells Lee that he is currently in New Orleans working as an editor for a paper.","This letter by Charles B. Richardson is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Enclosed with this letter was a map of the Army of the Potomac that Lee requested, as well as John Beauchamp Jones' \"A Rebel War Clerk's Diary\". Along with this package, Richardson updates Lee on the publishing of Henry Lee III's memoirs. Richardson also tells Lee that he is facing financial setbacks but they shouldn't hinder his business.","This letter by Ancrum B. Burr is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She wishes for her son, Edward Johnston, to attend Washington College and would like a circular. Burr also says that Edward's father may have graduated from the United States Military Academy around the same time as Lee, but that he died in the Mexican-American War.","This letter by John Mimms and Edwin O'Brien is addressed to Robert E. Lee. They say that several students in their town wish to attend Washington College and would like a catalogue.","This letter by members of the Richmond Light Infantry Blues is addressed to Robert E. Lee. The militia group is celebrating its seventy-third anniversary on May 10, 1866 and invites Lee to attend.","This letter by Houston Rucker is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Rucker writes that he would like a circular and information on Washington College for a friend's son.","This letter by Seaton Gales is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Gales, an editor of the Raleigh Sentinel (N.C.) newspaper, offers to help identify a publisher for Lee's proposed book on the American Civil War. Gales included a copy of the Raleigh Sentinel with the letter. At the end of the letter Gales notes that he was an Assistant Adjutant General under General Stephen Dodson Ramseur","This letter by George Dawes Appleton is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dawes writes that he wants to admit his son to Washington College and would like information about attending.","Adkisson, who had attended Dolbear Commercial College in New Orleans, La., inquires about continuing his education at Washington College and offers a plan for how he may be able to afford it. He notes that he served in a Texas Brigade during the American Civil War.","This letter by James F. Dumble is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dumble wants to send his son, Edwiw, to Washington College and would like to know the terms of entering. He also asks if his son can board with a family.","This letter by Reverend William Norvell Ward is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Ward asks if Lee would like a photographic copy of a painting Stratford Hall, the Lee ancestral home in Virginia, by Mattie Ward, his daughter.","This letter by J. F. Heun is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Heun asks Lee for an autographed wartime document.","This letter by W. H. Nettleton is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Nettleton, an Englishman having traveled the county over the past year, writes that he would like a hand-written line or two from Lee as a souvenir of this trip.","This letter by Josiah Warren is addressed to Robert E. Lee. This letter accompanied a book Warren gifted to Lee.","This letter by Horatio Richardson Moore is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Moore asks permission for acquaintances in New Orleans to use Lee's name in their company.","This letter by William T. Somervell is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Somervell wishes to attend Washington College and asks for a circular, terms, and regulations for applying.","This letter by Mansfield Lovell is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Having heard that Lee is writing a history of the American Civil War, Lovell offers a list of documents from Confederate officers in his possession for Lee's review. Mansfield notes documents taken by the Joint Congressional Committee on the affairs of the Confederate Naval Department and correspondence between the Confederate War Department and General Lafayette McLaws concerning the surrender of New Orleans, Louisiana to Union forces.","This letter by Robert Lewis Dabney is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dabney writes that an advertisement of his Stonewall Jackson biography gives credit of Lee's review and revisions to the publisher instead. He explains to Lee that the publisher decided to do this, not him.","This letter by Lizzie C. Hull is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She acknowledges that her son cannot attend Washington College and offers her well wishes to the Lee.","This letter by Jeannette Ritchie Hadermann Walworth is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She requests a lock of Lee's hair for her nephew who is also named Lee in honor of him.","Jubal Early recounts his participation in battles of the American Civil War and describes his experience living in Mexico since the Confederate surrender and  his planned move to Canada.","The original envelope is included with this letter.","This letter by Aaron Howell Pierson Sr. is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Pierson wishes to send his son to Washington College but does not know the requirements. Pierson worries that because of his son's service in the American Civil War, he may be too far behind his studies to attend.","This letter by James Dabney McCabe is addressed to Robert E. Lee. McCabe asks permission to write about Lee's actions during the American Civil War. He includes that as an ex-cadet of Virginia Military Institue, he published \"A Life of Lieut. Gen. T. J. Jackson\" during the war.","This letter by R. Thompson is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Thompson offers to publish a British edition of Lee's planned book on the American Civil War. Lee never wrote the book.","This letter by the Reverend Samuel Beach Jones is addressed to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Jones mentions locating artwork and possibly a book possibly removed Arlington House during the war. The book he mentions was inscribed to Charles A. Atkinson. Jones offers to fund raise for Washington College.","This letter by John Speck LaFever is addressed to Robert E. Lee. LaFever asks for information to attend Washington College.","This letter by Dr. Wesley Emmett Gatewood is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Gatewood would like information on attending Washington College and a piece of clothing Lee wore during the American Civil War.","This letter by Augustus Machim Garber is addressed to Robert E. Lee. He writes that he has sent catalogues of Washington College to his uncle. However, his uncle would like information on fees and payment to the school. Garber also mentions sculptor William Rudolph O'Donovan and shares that the scultpor, with approval from Lee, will continue workingon a bust of Stonwall Jackson.","Originally included with this letter was a photograph of O'Donovan's bust of Stonewall Jackson.","This letter by C. Williams is addressed to Robert E. Lee on behalf of the Great Southern and Western Life and Accident Insurance Company announcing a forthcoming shareholders meeting.","Sister Mary Baptista Linton invites Robert E. Lee to speak at Mount de Chental Visitation Academy.","Please note - this folder also includes related content - a copy of Lee's response to the invitation; a booklet from the one-hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the school with a quote from Robert E. Lee on the front; materials from the Georgetown Academy of the Visitation on Sister Baptista, a scan of Lee's letter to Sister Baptista, and a section of Mount de Chental's centennial booklet on its southern fund.","This folder contains two original letters from Mercer University faculty, and photographic reproductions made in 1944 from negatives taken by Michael Miley","Frederick A. P. Barnard sends Robert E. Lee an introduction and recommendation for Robert B. White, D. D. to be chair of the department of Mental and Moral Philosophy at Washington College.","Charles P. Stone offers coal to Washington College from Dover Mines, his coal mining company in Goochland, Virginia. Stone was a Union general during the American Civil War and ran the Dover Mines until 1869.","Former Confederate Cheif Medical Officer Lafayette Guild writes a letter of introduction to Robert E. Lee for William G. Cochrane, a new Washington College student. Guild mentions that he's been in contact with former Confederate general Walter H. Stevens who was in Mexico.","Burr Harrison McCown requests two catalogues of Washington College - one for him, and one for Joseph Henry in Leavenworth, Kansas.","J. B. Moore requests a catalogue of Washington College.","J. Hewett offers Robert E. Lee the position of superintendent of Natchez Institute (Mississippi).","Aaron Howell Pierson Sr. acknowledges receipt of a letter from Lee explaining that his son, Aaron Howell Pierson Jr., needs to attend preparatory school.","Lawyer James Patterson Rogers writes to Washington College president Robert E. Lee representing Lieutenant Samuel S. Mathers, a former Union soldier from West Virginia. Rogers relays that Lieutenant Mathers wished to return an original letter written by George Washington to the trustess of Washington Academy which he's taken from Washington College in 1864 during Hunter's Raid.","W. C. Park asks Robert E. Lee if Professor Maximilian Schele de Vere is teaching at Washington College.","Andrew Jackson Moses asks Robert E. Lee about attending Washington College.","J. Ditzler asks Robert E. Lee how he can contact Professor Albert Taylor Bledsoe. He also offers to lecture at Washington College and send Lee a copy of his history book.","Mrs. Joseph Jones (Caroline Wright) invites Robert E. Lee to Warren County on August 8th for the unveiling of a memorial for his daughter Anne Carter Lee.","William Greenleaf Rolfe asks Robert E. Lee for information on Washington College and Virginia Military Institute for potential students in Ashley County, Arkansas.","Mary Hardaway asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","George J. Hobday asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","William A. Rogers asks Robert E. Lee if students of Washington College may begin after the official start date of academic terms. He also asks for the address of Charles R. Jones.","Mary C. Allen asks Robert E. Lee about sending her sons to Washington College.","Albert Jefer Montgomery asks about attending Washington College. He notes that he is a veteran of the Confederate States Army.","Delaware B. Kemper shares that he is applying for professorship at Hampden-Sydney College and they have asked for his military references. He asks President Lee if he can give a reference.","W. A. Wash asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","Duff Green writes to Robert E. Lee that he plans to send his grandson, Benjamin Green Maynard, to Washington College.","Wade Hampton informs Robert E. Lee that he has gathered data from his old officers for Lee's proposed volume on the American Civil War.","J. W. Heatley asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","Waller O. Bullock asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","A. J. Frantz sends Robert E. Lee an advertisement for advertising space in the Brandon Republican newspaper Rankin County, Mississippi.","Thomas Treadwell Eaton asks Robert E. Lee if he can attend  Washington College for the Fall term of 1866. He also asks if he can secure places for friends Adelbert Smith and William H. Washington.","John T. Harrison informs Robert E. Lee that he is behind in the Latin and Greek requirements for Washington College admission and asks about preparatory schools.","George Anderson Mayse invites Robert E. Lee to Warm Springs, VA for the summer season.","Alexander McKinley inquires about entering his son into Washington College.","R. M. McClellan introduces Washington College student David L. Anderson to President Lee. He explains that Anderson is behind in Greek and suggests that he be enrolled specifically in that class.","Samuel Wethered inquires about sending his son to Washington College.","James Springfield Edwards asks for a catalogue of Washington College.","John Edward Burson requests a catalogue of Washington College. He also asks about boarding and the potential for other students from his community accompanying him to school in Lexington.","Professor Richard Sears McCulloh, writing from New York City and having consulted with architects, sends a basic floor plan, specifications, and cost estimates for the contruction of a chapel at Washington College.","Benjamin Franklin French offers resources for Lee's planned book on the history of the American Civil War.","Gabriel James Rains wishes to leave Summerville Institute to teach at Virginia Military Institute (V.M.I.). Rains mistakenly suggests that Lee is presiding over V.M.I. rather than Washington College.","Jesse Shanks inquires about sending his brother to Washington College.","William A. Brown asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","R. M. McClellan introduces admitted Washignton College student William W. Collins to Robert E. Lee and suggests that Collins should enroll in a preparatory Greek course.","W. R. Abbott announces Robert E. Lee's election to the Educational Asssociation of Virginia.","H. A. (Hampton A.) Rice asks for a catalogue or a list of expenses for attending Washington College for potential students in Macon, Ga. On the back of this letter Rice asks for a catalog to be sent to H. L. (Hampton Lea) Jarnagin Jr.","Charles A. (Charles Alfred) Welch asks when his son, Francis Welch, should come to Washington College for examination. Welch also asks if there are uniform or clothing regulations that his son must follow.","Welch asks that Lee addresses his response to \"Sohier and Welch\" of Boston, Massachussetts.","Between February 1868 and February 1870 Washington College professor and former Confederate Ordinance officer,  William Allan, had five conversations with college president Robert E. Lee which he manually recorded in this memo book which he titled \"Conversations with Gen. R. E. Lee\". Soon after each conversation, Allan described retreating to his office to record the highlights. In 1886, former Washington College Clerk of faculty and Librarian, Edward Clifford \"E.C.\" Gordon shared with Allan, by mail, a similar manuscript reminiscence of a discussion he had with Lee in 1868 on the Sharpsburg/Antietam campaign, specifically the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\". Allan transcribed Gordon's reminiscence into his memo book – with a background note. (Gordon's original reminiscence was then purportedly returned to him.) The memo book is accompanied by an informative 1886 letter from Gordon to Allan on the Lee conversations. There are also two letters regarding the gift of the memoranda book to Washington and Lee University in 1946 by Mrs. Louisa P. Allan, William Allan's daughter – in – law. Subjects of the conversations include Lee's objectives and strategy at different points during the American Civil War; Lee's decision to resign from the United States Army on April 20, 1861 including his conversations with U.S. Army General Winfield Scott; and commentary, at times critical, of Federal and Confederate generals and leaders including George McClellan, D.H. Hill, James Longstreet, Jefferson Davis, Richard Ewell, Thomas J. \"Stonewall\" Jackson, Joseph Johnston, J.E.B. Stuart, and John-Fitz Porter. Civil War battles mentioned or discussed include Antietam, Fredericksburg, Gaines Mill and the Seven Days Battles, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and the fall of the defenses at Petersburg, Va.","Robert E. Lee's copy of D.H. Hill's post Civil War magazine \"The Land We Love,\" which published an article pertaining to the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\" - an order by General Robert E. Lee directing movements of his Army of Northern Virginia during the Maryland Campaign of 1862. It was lost by an unidentified Confederate courier and found by Union soldiers and subsequently forwarded to Union General George B. McClellan. The contents of the dispatch influenced the battles of South Mountain and Antietam.","Letter from E.C.(Edward Clifford)Gordon, former Washington College Clerk of Faculty, to Col. William Allan of th eMcDonough institute in Baltimore, Md. and former mathematics professor at Washington College between 1866 and 1873 regarding an accompanying memo book in which Gordon documented a long conversation he had with Robert E. Lee on February 16, 1868. A main theme of the letter is the content from the memo book regarding the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\" during his Maryland Campaign of 1862. \nThe second letter  accompanied the memo book when it was given by Louisa P. Allan, Col. William Allan's daughter - in - law,  to Washington and Lee University President Francis Pendleton Gaines in 1946.","Reminiscences of Robert E. Lee including manuscripts, typescripts, newspaper clippings, and published materials by subjects with surnames begininng with letters B through J. See agents list for authors.","Reminiscences of Robert E. Lee including manuscripts, typescripts, newspaper clippings, and published materials by subjects with surnames begininng with letters K through Z. See agents list for authors.","The core of this series is comprised of letters written by members of Robert E. Lee's immediate family, though it includes letters from some more distant relatives and descendants.","Two oversize scrapbooks commemorating the life of Robert E. Lee. Both scrapbooks contain voluminous amounts of newspaper clippings, some pamphlets and published materials, manuscript and typescript documents, and printed Lee imagery. The compiler of each scrapbook is unknown.","Typescript notecards created during the 1940s with information on students who attended Washington College's undergraduate and law school during Robert E. Lee's presidency. Details included were, for the most part, limited to hometown (town, state) and current location at the time that the original information was gathered. This information was copied in the 1940s likely from some original list, perhaps from the Washington and Lee University alumni catalog of 1888.","This item is housed in the secure file.","The materials from Washington and Lee University Special Collections are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study, pursuant to U.S. Copyright law.  The user assumes full responsibility for any use of the materials, including but not limited to, infringement of copyright and publication rights of reproduced materials.  Any materials used should be fully credited with the source.  Permission for publication of this material, in part or in full, must be secured with the Head of Special Collections.","Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives","Arlington House, the Robert E. Lee Memorial (Va.) -- Robert E. Lee","Washington College (Lexington, Va.)","Confederate States of America. 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The second page of the document details the current standing of cadet Hunt's debt with the school as well as his payment from the United States government.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe receipt made on behalf of a $2.25 purchase from Philip Hefs for materials for the harbor of St. Louis, MO and the Mississippi River on March 31, 1838. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe receipt made for a $12.42 taxation on Titus Hale for access  the Mississippi River on April 30, 1838. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe receipt made for a $81.63 and $39.38 taxation on B. 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The tax is levied on 500 bricks stored aboard to be used to construct a chimney for a blacksmith shop. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a personal check made out to Robert E. Lee for $25 on June 11, 1839. The check is from the Bank of the State of Missouri based in St. Louis, MO.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe receipt made for a $44.66 taxation on E. A. Tracy for access  the Mississippi River on August 14, 1839. The tax is levied on 2 sacks of coffee stored aboard. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a receipt for assorted materials to be used in the construction of Fort Hudson in New York. The material was received by Captain R. E. Lee on behalf of the US Corps of Engineers for the sum of $25.34. The material included pick axes, water pails, and various construction materials. The materials were purchased from James C. Curch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a personal check made out by Robert E. Lee to Henry Weaver for the sum of $12.37. It comes from the New York Bank of Commerce and is dated September 30, 1841. The subject line reads as for Fort LaFayette.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis contains a ledger page used by Robert E. Lee as agent for Fort Lafayette. He used the ledger to record the acquisition and dispensation of debts and funds for the fort, and by extension the US government. The stated balance due to the government was $604.96 on July 7, 1843. 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These are all assigned corresponding monetary values, totalling in an estate of $38,750.00. It also details land division amongst his childre.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a written persmission for Cadet Samuels at West Point Military Academy to leave the academy to go to the hospital and seek out help from a dentist on April 15, 1853 by Robert E. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis ledger page is from the treasury of the US Militart Academy at West Point. It details various articles acquired by the academy and their corresponding price and quantities. It is initialed by Robert E. Lee for approval, as he was serving as Superintendent of the academy at the time. The lower half of the page includes, in red ink, details highlighting the relevance of the initials. These details were likely added years later. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe reverse side of the page consists of a table of expenses used for the academy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document contains a complete list of all bonds, shares, and stocks in the ownership of Robert E. Lee. Each stock or bond lists the date of its purchase and date of maturity where applicable. It also details the monetary value of the stocks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is the official commission by the United States Army extended to Robert E. Lee making him a lieutenant colonel. The document is signed by President Franklin Pierce. This is a photographic copy of the original commission.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a quarterly report for the United States Military Academy compiled and apporved by superintendent Robert E. Lee on March 31, 1855. The report details the expenses for the academy for its fiscal quarter. The report lists major details of expense and their individual costs. The total expenses listed for the quarter total $29,036.10.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a general orders issued by the United States Army Headquarters in New York, NY on February 6, 1860. The orders state that Brevet Colonel Robert E. Lee of the 2nd Cavalry has been given command of teh Department of Texas in order to repar the headquarters of the department and assume command. The orders were given by Lieutenant General H. L. Scott, acting Assistant Adjutant Genearal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a set of general orders issued by General Robert E. Lee to the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia on May 7, 1863. The orders consist of praises for the army's recent victories in battle, as well as time off for the coming Sunday for worship. It goes on to relay a letter from Confederate President Jefferson Davis to the army congratulating them on their victories.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a set of general orders addressing the Confederat Army of Northern Virginia penned by Robert E. Lee on December 7, 1863. The contents primarily highlight the bravery of the Confederate Army members as well as their perceived religious duty. Lee describes what he believes to believes to be a holy duty of the Confederate officers and expresses deep belief in the presence of God with them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a set of general orders issued by Robert E. Lee to the Confederate Army on February 22, 1865. These orders are a set of new standards to observe in the face of waning supplies and troops. The orders set out that vacant positions are to be filled as soon as possible upon their opening with troops from the rear. Lee goes on to explain new punishment and more stringent rules over any disobedience or evasion of duty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis copy is a published facsimile.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe copy is a soldier's copy, accompanied by scanned facsimiles. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThese are two $20 bank notes from the Confederate States of America. These were carried by Robert E. Lee when signing the surrender at Appomattox to General Grant on April 10, 1865.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $169. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $286. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $360. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $253.20. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt facsimile is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $100. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $300. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $150. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $463.86. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis facsimile of a receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $250. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $408.95. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipt facsimile is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis memorandum book contains several notes written by Robert E. Lee during his tenure at Washington College, as well as a set of names and addresses of those he had corresponded with. The memos range from financial management of college resources to Lee's personal thoughts on the role of education in the fabric of society. The list of names and corresponding addresses appears to be composed of various people Lee remained in contact with, some of which being professors and others being former Confederate officers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe written memos are written beginning on one side of the memo book while the names and addresses begin on the reverse side. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis newspaper article is a clipping from an 1866 newspaper publishing the account of Thomas \"Stonewall\" Jackson's death during the American Civil War. The clipping was cut out and stored by Robert E. Lee during his tenure at Washington College.  The original account comes from Jackson's former Medical Director Hunter McGuire who published it via the Medical College of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis note details the donation by Lee of a newspaper from 1800 to the library of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis grade report from Washington College is signed by college president Robert E. Lee. The report is for the grades for college student W. C. Cooper for the term of October 31, 1866. The classes Cooper received grades for were Latin and Mathematics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college. It details the population of preparatory student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1867. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1868. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis copy of an annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1869. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis copy of an annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1869. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff. This copy includes an additional note of names who whom copies of the report are to be sent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter of commission, Robert E. Lee during his tenure as president of Washington College lays out a contract for the supplying of wood to the college.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a manuscript of a the proposed biography of Robert E. Lee's father, Henry Lee III. The memoir documents various aspects of his life and his experiences. The memoir is hand written, but in an unknown hand. The content was likely dictated in some form by Robert E. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis memo book begins with a memo from Robert E. Lee regarding the death of Washington College professor Frank Preston. It details his accomplishments, position, and plans for the memorial service. Frank Preston was a Greek professor from 1866-1869 with his death. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe remainder of the memo book contains small notes in an unknown hand, along with several cut and removed pages. The notes appear to be pertaining to class material.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis grade report contains the grades for Washington College student W. S. Graves for the session ending February 8, 1868. The report is filled out and signed by Robert E. Lee as president of the college. The classes includeded are Latin, Greek, German, and Mathematics. Graves recieved \"distinguished\" status in all courses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis contract lays out the terms and conditions for Richardson \u0026amp; Co. of New York, NY to write, edit, and publish a biography on the life and experiences of Robert E. Lee's father, Henry \"Light-Horse Harry\" Lee III. The contract is written and signed by Robert E. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis notice was written by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College. It is a public notice which was posted on March 4, 1868 canceling classes for the day and extending an invitation to \"Cadet Bell's\" funeral. Bell was a VMI cadet who had recently died.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this paper, Robert E. Lee provides several reasons for the extension of the valley's railroad.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter is from Robert E. Lee excusing Frank McCutchan from college from December 24th to December 29th.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis notice written by Robert E. Lee was delivered for the Christmas holiday, stating that classes were suspended from December 25-27 in observance of Christmas. The notice goes on to wish that all students would observe and worship the holiday accordingly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a proposal and sign-up list for donations for the creation of an astronomical observatory at Washington College. The donors include Robert E. Lee, James K. Edmondson, S. J. Campbell, James J. White, L. D. H. Ross, A. M. Glasgow, and William McLaughlin. Each donor made a pledge of $1000.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis printed report compiled by Robert E. Lee and the Washington College Board of Survey is addressing Gilbert C. Walker, the governor of Virginia. In the report, Lee explains the Survey Board's actions in surveying the southern borderline of Virginia for the first time in nearly 100 years. He goes on to explain the revelation of errors in the original survey and recommends that corrections be made accordingly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExcerpt pamphlet from \"The Virginia Magazine of History and Biography\" Vol. 63 No. 1, January 1956. By Allen W. Moger.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWhile serving as First Lieutenant of Engineers in the Army, Robert E. Lee was appointed supervisor to projects in the St. Louis Harbor as well as on the Mississippi River. This letter, from General Charles Gratiot, Chief of Engineers of the Army, served as a letter of introduction for Lee to John Fletcher Darby, mayor of St. Louis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe history of this letter is that at the Mclean House, General Grant, at General Lee's suggestion, himself wrote out in pencil the letter outlining the terms of surrender and, after General Lee had approved it, General Grant asked his secretary, Colonel Parker, to copy it in ink. This was done and then General Grant signed it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA poem written about General Lee's return to Richmond after the Army of Norhtern Virginia's surrender at Appomatox. Written by \"Bertha\" and sent to Robert E. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBeverley Tucker, who was charged as a conspirator in the assassination plot on President Lincoln, sent this letter secretly to Robert E. Lee from Montreal, Canada. The letter explains that if the Civil War's history is left to be written by the \"historians which will spring up in Yankeedom\" it will not properly and honestly explain the South's cause. He therefore suggests that Robert E. Lee join him in Canada and then sail to England with him, where Lee can write a history of the war, the \"sale of which will secure for a you a handsome independence.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA clipping of the anonymous letter from Mary Custis Lee published in the newspaper is included with the letter. The letter is signed only as \"Edward\". However, a note follows the transcription of the letter, reading\n\"This letter is probably from Edward Lee Childe. This based on a note on the reverse of a letter by Mr. P. S. Worsley to Mr. Childe written from Herndon Sept 15th (most likely 1865). On the reverse is a note by General Lee which states:\n29 Sept '65\nEdwd Lee Childe\nsends dedication of P.S. Ensley's (?) Of\nhis translation of Illiad.\nA translation of Homer is mentioned in the text of Edward's letter.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Letcher, a Lexington, Virginia native, Washington Academy alumnus and governor of Virginia from 1860 to 1864, wrote to Robert E. Lee from Lexington not long after his release from prison. Letcher had appointed Lee as commander in chief of Virginia's army after Virginia seceded from the Union, but before Virginia agreed that its forces would be under the direction of Confederate President Jefferson Davis. \nLetcher explains to Lee that he was arrested on May 20 under an order from the Secretary of War, however, Letcher was never charged. He was imprisoned in Washington D.C for more than six weeks, but wrote of his excellent treatment, especially from members of Congress, many who he knew while serving as a member of the House of Representatives from 1851 to 1859. He wrote of an interview with President Andrew Johnson after his release, writing that: \n\"I had a very agreeable interview with President Johnson. He received me most kindly and courteously, and alluded to our former service in Congress, in pleasant terms. He spoke liberally and in the most conciliatory terms of the South, and the Southern people. His manner indicated sincerity and if we meet him in a spirit such as he exhibited, we will have reason to regard him as our best friend. Now that the war is ended, we should exhibit no sullen and dissatisfied spirit, but should encourage harmony and conciliation. We have to live under the same government, and it is the part of wisdom and duty, to seek to restore confidence, and cultivate kindly relations. We must show sincerity, honesty and faithfulness in fulfilling the obligations we have assumed. This is the advice I have given to our people, ever since your surrender.\"\nLetcher goes on to tell Lee of the great respect and kind feelings that officers and others in the North had for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn 1865, shortly after the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia, Robert E. Lee was approached in Richmond by C.B. Richardson of the University Publishing Company of New York. No contract was signed, but the two came to an informal agreement whereby University Publishing Company would have publication privileges if Lee completed a manuscript. For the next five years the two kept up correspondence, with Lee often requesting materials that Richardson would then search out and furnish for him.\nThis letter was a continuation of their correspondence. Richardson had ascertained the wherabouts of General Hampton and General Longstreet and offered to ensure that Lee's letters reached them. He described his search for documents and information from the war, specifically reports from Gettysburg and Chancelorsville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Letcher, a Lexington, Virginia native, Washington Academy alumnus and governor of Virginia from 1860 to 1864 was one of several people from Lexington to write to Lee to inform him of his election as President of Washington College. In this letter, Letcher encourages Lee to take the position, explaining the area, people, stipend and arrangements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn 1865, shortly after the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia, Robert E. Lee was approached in Richmond by C.B. Richardson of the University Publishing Company of New York. No contract was signed, but the two came to an informal agreement whereby University Publishing Company would have publication privileges if Lee completed a manuscript. For the next five years the two kept up correspondence, with Lee often requesting materials that Richardson would then search out and furnish for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a photo copy of the original letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter's envelope accompanies it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Gilliam appears to have sent the exact same letter twice, a couple of weeks apart. Both copies exist in the folder.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letters are photo copies of the originals. The originals are located at the Virginia Military Institute Archives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are two letters with the same content.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA brochure for the Thomas H. Barlow Planetarium is included with the letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluded with the letter is payment via a note from the Adams Express Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn original copy of the lease accompanies the letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVery difficult to read. Likely about sending her son to Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn the back in Lee's handwriting is written: C.B. Richardson sends vol. of Lees Memoirs\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe newspaper clipping is not included.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by AMF Lee and written very personally, this letter was almost certainly written by Anna Maria Goldsborough Fitzhugh, the widow of William Henry Fitzhugh and current owner of Ravensworth plantation, of which Mary Custis Lee and her children were heir to. \nThe letter was written about the general happenings in her life. Anna Maria wrote of how she wished that Lee and his family could visit soon. She mentioned that a boy named \"Robbie\", who was in her care, would be attending Washington College in the winter term.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles Chauncey Burr wrote a lengthy note to Lee to accompany the January 1866 edition of his magazine, Old Guard. Burr was anti-republican, anti-centralization, and anti-consolidation. .\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTalladega, Ala. Jany. 20th 1866\nDear Sir,\nIn common with your fellow countrymen of the South, I rejoice that you have consented to assume a position, in which you may spend the remainder of your honoured life, in the quiet, and honourable work pf educating our noble young men.\nI trust the Legislature of your venerable Commonwealth, will respond favourably \u0026amp; promptly to the plan for enlarging the endowments of your college proposed through you.\nThe ravages of the war just ended, has left many of us without sons to educate, more without present means for educating those who were spared. Yet with proper efforts, our colleges may be re-endowed and our children educated, within our own country, \u0026amp; by professors \u0026amp; teachers, of our own country, by birth, education, moral instincts, and habits of thought.\nI have one son only left me, now near fifteen years of age; my eldest \u0026amp; only other son, living when the war began, having fallen at one of the guns of the Washington, N.O. Artillery, near Drury's Bluff, on the 16th of May 1864.\nMy surviving son, so soon, as he learned you had accepted the Presidency of Washington College, expressed a strong desire, that I should send him there, as soon as he was prepared to enter. I propose gratifying him, if it is possible for me to meet the expenses; provided, non residents of the State of Virginia are allowed to enter that college. It was formerly a State Military College, \u0026amp; I have an impression that its privileges were limited to the Sons of residents of the State. I write for information on that Subject: If I am mistaken in this, then be pleased to inform me, 1st What sum per annum, will cover the entire expenses, except for clothing \u0026amp; traveling. 2nd Whither the course of instruction is upon the plan of the University of Virginia, or that of the ordinary college curriculum of four years, at the end of which the degree of A.B. is conferred?\nI do not expect to send my son off before the summer or fall of the present year, perhaps not so soon as that, the time depending upon the fitness of his preparation. A particular statement of the extent of preparation in the languages \u0026amp; mathematics, necessary for entering in the lowest class, \u0026amp; of the progress required for each succeeding year will be thankfully received.\nWhat is the population of Lexington; To what extent, if any has the Town been destroyed; Is it likely to maintain its former reputation for healthfulness, \u0026amp; for high moral \u0026amp; religious tone?\nWith an apology for the length of this communication, \u0026amp; the expression of a desire that any response you may be pleased to make, shall accord with your own convenience and leisure. I am very respectfully\nYour obt. Servt\nGeo. S. Walden\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Archer Cocke wrote to Robert E. Lee February 1, 1866 from Monticello, Florida. He expresses the wishes of several youths in the Florida region to study at Washington College under Lee's leadership and requests a number of circulars on the college be sent to his address.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLaura G. Ogle wrote to Robert E. Lee from New Castle, Delaware on February 1, 1866. In the letter, she expressed her great admiration for Lee and her desire to emulate his example, despite societal pressures on her as a woman. She explains that her lifelong goal had become to meet and speak with Lee at some point. However, she explains that she has become and \"invalid\" and will remain so for her life, thus restricting herself to remaining in New Castle for the remainder of her life. She ends the letter with a request for a locke of Lee's hair.\u003c/p\u003e"],"odd_heading_ssm":["General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General","General"],"odd_tesim":["A photostat copy of letter. Original possibly located at Georgia Historical Society. Please contact them for conditions governing use.","A facsimile copy. The location of the original letter is unknown.","Only contains a photocopy and transcription of the letter. The original is believed to be located at the Maryland Historical Society. Please refer to them with any questions regarding conditions governing use.","File consists of a copy of the letter. The location of the original is unknown.","Short note concerning \"Memoir on the U.S. Artillery\" and family matters.","Facsimile copy. Location of original unknown.","File contains a facsimile of the original letter. Location of the original letter is unknown.","This file only includes a photocopy of the letter. Please refer to the Maryland Historical Society with any questions concerning conditions governing use.","The file includes a photocopy of the letter. Original is housed by the Maryland Historical Society. Please refer to them with any questions regarding conditions governing use.","Original copy is housed by the Maryland Historical Society. Please refer to them with any questions regarding conditions governing use.","The original letter is housed by the Maryland Historical Society. Please contact them with any questions regarding the conditions governing use.","The original document is housed by the Maryland Historical Society. Please contact them with any questions regarding the conditions governing use.","Please note that we do not house the original document and are not aware of the conditions governing use.","The original document is housed by the Maryland Historical Society. Please refer to them with any questions regarding the conditions governing use.","The original document is housed at the Maryland Historical Society. Please refer to them with any questions regarding the conditions governing use.","We only house a photocopy of the note. The location of the original document is unknown.","We do not house the original letter, only a photocopy. For conditions governing use, please refer to owner of the original piece.","File includes two photostatic copies of small segments of text. The location of the original notes is unknown.","This file only includes a facsimile of the document mentioned. Please refer to the owner of the original document for conditions governing use.","This file only includes a photostatic copy of the original note. The location of the original document is unknown. Please refer to the owner of the original for conditions governing use.","The file only includes a transcript of the note. Please refer to the owner of the original document with questions regarding conditions governing use.","This file includes a photostatic copy of the original note. Please refer to the owner with any questions regarding conditions governing use.","This file only includes a photocopy of the original letter. Please refer to the owner of the original document with any questions regarding conditions governing use.","The file only includes a copy of the original note. Please refer to the owners of the original document for questions regarding the conditions governing use.","This file only includes a photostatic copy of the original letter. Please refer to the owner of the documents with any questions regarding the conditions governing use.","This furlough request approval from West Point Military Acedemy is addressed to cadet Franklin E. Hunt. It details the nature of the furlough request, the dates of its extent, and the location of teh request.  It is signed by R.E. Lee who was serving as Cadet Adjutant at the time. The second page of the document details the current standing of cadet Hunt's debt with the school as well as his payment from the United States government.","The receipt made on behalf of a $2.25 purchase from Philip Hefs for materials for the harbor of St. Louis, MO and the Mississippi River on March 31, 1838. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","The receipt made for a $12.42 taxation on Titus Hale for access  the Mississippi River on April 30, 1838. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","The receipt made for a $81.63 and $39.38 taxation on B. Brown for access the harbor of St. Louis, MO and the Mississippi River in May of 1838. The charges are for anchored boats and the access of stone drills. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","The receipt made for a $47.50 purchase from J. Swan of the steamboat \"St. Louis\" for materials for the improvement the Mississippi River on June 12, 1838. The purchase is for 10 bales of oakum stored aboard, as well as a \"dragage\" fee. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","The receipt made for a $3.50 taxation on Leander A. Williams for access  the Mississippi River on July 21, 1838. The tax is levied on 500 bricks stored aboard to be used to construct a chimney for a blacksmith shop. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","This is a personal check made out to Robert E. Lee for $25 on June 11, 1839. The check is from the Bank of the State of Missouri based in St. Louis, MO.","The receipt made for a $44.66 taxation on E. A. Tracy for access  the Mississippi River on August 14, 1839. The tax is levied on 2 sacks of coffee stored aboard. It is certified by R.E. Lee, who was supervising engineer for navigation on the Mississippi River in St. Louis, MO at the time. Lee Served 26 years in the US Army Corps of Engineers starting in 1837.","This is a receipt for assorted materials to be used in the construction of Fort Hudson in New York. The material was received by Captain R. E. Lee on behalf of the US Corps of Engineers for the sum of $25.34. The material included pick axes, water pails, and various construction materials. The materials were purchased from James C. Curch.","This is a personal check made out by Robert E. Lee to Henry Weaver for the sum of $12.37. It comes from the New York Bank of Commerce and is dated September 30, 1841. The subject line reads as for Fort LaFayette.","This contains a ledger page used by Robert E. Lee as agent for Fort Lafayette. He used the ledger to record the acquisition and dispensation of debts and funds for the fort, and by extension the US government. The stated balance due to the government was $604.96 on July 7, 1843. These records were taken while Lee was serving in the US Army Corps of Engineers.","This contains a ledger page used by Robert E. Lee as agent for Battery Hudson. He used the ledger to record the acquisition and dispensation of debts and funds for the fort, and by extension the US government. The stated balance due to the government was $648.77 on June 30, 1844. These records were taken while Lee was serving in the US Army Corps of Engineers.","Various copies of the same will written by Robert E. Lee in 1846. In it he details the distribution of his estate after his death. He leaves the entirity of it to his wife, Mary Custis Lee, and subsequently his children after her death. It also includes a Schedule of Property primarily consisting of stocks and shares own in assorted establishments such as the Bank of Virginia, James River and Kanawka Company, and the National Theatre.  These are all assigned corresponding monetary values, totalling in an estate of $38,750.00. It also details land division amongst his childre.","This is a written persmission for Cadet Samuels at West Point Military Academy to leave the academy to go to the hospital and seek out help from a dentist on April 15, 1853 by Robert E. Lee.","This ledger page is from the treasury of the US Militart Academy at West Point. It details various articles acquired by the academy and their corresponding price and quantities. It is initialed by Robert E. Lee for approval, as he was serving as Superintendent of the academy at the time. The lower half of the page includes, in red ink, details highlighting the relevance of the initials. These details were likely added years later.","The reverse side of the page consists of a table of expenses used for the academy.","This document contains a complete list of all bonds, shares, and stocks in the ownership of Robert E. Lee. Each stock or bond lists the date of its purchase and date of maturity where applicable. It also details the monetary value of the stocks.","This is the official commission by the United States Army extended to Robert E. Lee making him a lieutenant colonel. The document is signed by President Franklin Pierce. This is a photographic copy of the original commission.","This is a quarterly report for the United States Military Academy compiled and apporved by superintendent Robert E. Lee on March 31, 1855. The report details the expenses for the academy for its fiscal quarter. The report lists major details of expense and their individual costs. The total expenses listed for the quarter total $29,036.10.","This document is a general orders issued by the United States Army Headquarters in New York, NY on February 6, 1860. The orders state that Brevet Colonel Robert E. Lee of the 2nd Cavalry has been given command of teh Department of Texas in order to repar the headquarters of the department and assume command. The orders were given by Lieutenant General H. L. Scott, acting Assistant Adjutant Genearal.","This document is a set of general orders issued by General Robert E. Lee to the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia on May 7, 1863. The orders consist of praises for the army's recent victories in battle, as well as time off for the coming Sunday for worship. It goes on to relay a letter from Confederate President Jefferson Davis to the army congratulating them on their victories.","This document is a set of general orders addressing the Confederat Army of Northern Virginia penned by Robert E. Lee on December 7, 1863. The contents primarily highlight the bravery of the Confederate Army members as well as their perceived religious duty. Lee describes what he believes to believes to be a holy duty of the Confederate officers and expresses deep belief in the presence of God with them.","This document is a set of general orders issued by Robert E. Lee to the Confederate Army on February 22, 1865. These orders are a set of new standards to observe in the face of waning supplies and troops. The orders set out that vacant positions are to be filled as soon as possible upon their opening with troops from the rear. Lee goes on to explain new punishment and more stringent rules over any disobedience or evasion of duty.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This copy is a published facsimile.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","The copy is a soldier's copy, accompanied by scanned facsimiles.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","This document is a copy of General Orders No. 9 issued by Robert E. Lee to the Army of Northern Virginia on April 10, 1865 following the Confederate surrender to General Grant. In it he details the pride and approval of the vigor with which his troops fought, as well as briefly relaying the surrender to Union forces in delicate language to avoid a defeated tone. He ends it by bidding farewell to his troops as the Army of Northern Virginia is dissolved.","These are two $20 bank notes from the Confederate States of America. These were carried by Robert E. Lee when signing the surrender at Appomattox to General Grant on April 10, 1865.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $169. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $286. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $360. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $253.20. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt facsimile is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $100. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $300. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $150. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $463.86. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This facsimile of a receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $250. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $750. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James K. Edmondson.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $408.95. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.","This receipt is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.","This receipt facsimile is for the salary of Robert E. Lee for his services at Washington College for $1500. It was created by Washington College Treasurer, James M. Leech.","This memorandum book contains several notes written by Robert E. Lee during his tenure at Washington College, as well as a set of names and addresses of those he had corresponded with. The memos range from financial management of college resources to Lee's personal thoughts on the role of education in the fabric of society. The list of names and corresponding addresses appears to be composed of various people Lee remained in contact with, some of which being professors and others being former Confederate officers.","The written memos are written beginning on one side of the memo book while the names and addresses begin on the reverse side.","This newspaper article is a clipping from an 1866 newspaper publishing the account of Thomas \"Stonewall\" Jackson's death during the American Civil War. The clipping was cut out and stored by Robert E. Lee during his tenure at Washington College.  The original account comes from Jackson's former Medical Director Hunter McGuire who published it via the Medical College of Virginia.","This note details the donation by Lee of a newspaper from 1800 to the library of Washington College.","This grade report from Washington College is signed by college president Robert E. Lee. The report is for the grades for college student W. C. Cooper for the term of October 31, 1866. The classes Cooper received grades for were Latin and Mathematics.","This annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college. It details the population of preparatory student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.","This annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1867. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.","This annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1868. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.","This copy of an annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1869. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff.","This copy of an annual report is compiled by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College to the members of the Board of Trustees for the college for 1869. It details the population of total student body and their statistics based upon state of origin, as well as their overall course performance. It goes on to evaluate the college's course offerings, facilities, and staff. This copy includes an additional note of names who whom copies of the report are to be sent.","In this letter of commission, Robert E. Lee during his tenure as president of Washington College lays out a contract for the supplying of wood to the college.","This is a manuscript of a the proposed biography of Robert E. Lee's father, Henry Lee III. The memoir documents various aspects of his life and his experiences. The memoir is hand written, but in an unknown hand. The content was likely dictated in some form by Robert E. Lee.","This memo book begins with a memo from Robert E. Lee regarding the death of Washington College professor Frank Preston. It details his accomplishments, position, and plans for the memorial service. Frank Preston was a Greek professor from 1866-1869 with his death.","The remainder of the memo book contains small notes in an unknown hand, along with several cut and removed pages. The notes appear to be pertaining to class material.","This grade report contains the grades for Washington College student W. S. Graves for the session ending February 8, 1868. The report is filled out and signed by Robert E. Lee as president of the college. The classes includeded are Latin, Greek, German, and Mathematics. Graves recieved \"distinguished\" status in all courses.","This contract lays out the terms and conditions for Richardson \u0026 Co. of New York, NY to write, edit, and publish a biography on the life and experiences of Robert E. Lee's father, Henry \"Light-Horse Harry\" Lee III. The contract is written and signed by Robert E. Lee.","This notice was written by Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College. It is a public notice which was posted on March 4, 1868 canceling classes for the day and extending an invitation to \"Cadet Bell's\" funeral. Bell was a VMI cadet who had recently died.","In this paper, Robert E. Lee provides several reasons for the extension of the valley's railroad.","This letter is from Robert E. Lee excusing Frank McCutchan from college from December 24th to December 29th.","This notice written by Robert E. Lee was delivered for the Christmas holiday, stating that classes were suspended from December 25-27 in observance of Christmas. The notice goes on to wish that all students would observe and worship the holiday accordingly.","This is a proposal and sign-up list for donations for the creation of an astronomical observatory at Washington College. The donors include Robert E. Lee, James K. Edmondson, S. J. Campbell, James J. White, L. D. H. Ross, A. M. Glasgow, and William McLaughlin. Each donor made a pledge of $1000.","This printed report compiled by Robert E. Lee and the Washington College Board of Survey is addressing Gilbert C. Walker, the governor of Virginia. In the report, Lee explains the Survey Board's actions in surveying the southern borderline of Virginia for the first time in nearly 100 years. He goes on to explain the revelation of errors in the original survey and recommends that corrections be made accordingly.","Excerpt pamphlet from \"The Virginia Magazine of History and Biography\" Vol. 63 No. 1, January 1956. By Allen W. Moger.","While serving as First Lieutenant of Engineers in the Army, Robert E. Lee was appointed supervisor to projects in the St. Louis Harbor as well as on the Mississippi River. This letter, from General Charles Gratiot, Chief of Engineers of the Army, served as a letter of introduction for Lee to John Fletcher Darby, mayor of St. Louis.","The history of this letter is that at the Mclean House, General Grant, at General Lee's suggestion, himself wrote out in pencil the letter outlining the terms of surrender and, after General Lee had approved it, General Grant asked his secretary, Colonel Parker, to copy it in ink. This was done and then General Grant signed it.","A poem written about General Lee's return to Richmond after the Army of Norhtern Virginia's surrender at Appomatox. Written by \"Bertha\" and sent to Robert E. Lee.","Beverley Tucker, who was charged as a conspirator in the assassination plot on President Lincoln, sent this letter secretly to Robert E. Lee from Montreal, Canada. The letter explains that if the Civil War's history is left to be written by the \"historians which will spring up in Yankeedom\" it will not properly and honestly explain the South's cause. He therefore suggests that Robert E. Lee join him in Canada and then sail to England with him, where Lee can write a history of the war, the \"sale of which will secure for a you a handsome independence.\"","A clipping of the anonymous letter from Mary Custis Lee published in the newspaper is included with the letter. The letter is signed only as \"Edward\". However, a note follows the transcription of the letter, reading\n\"This letter is probably from Edward Lee Childe. This based on a note on the reverse of a letter by Mr. P. S. Worsley to Mr. Childe written from Herndon Sept 15th (most likely 1865). On the reverse is a note by General Lee which states:\n29 Sept '65\nEdwd Lee Childe\nsends dedication of P.S. Ensley's (?) Of\nhis translation of Illiad.\nA translation of Homer is mentioned in the text of Edward's letter.\"","John Letcher, a Lexington, Virginia native, Washington Academy alumnus and governor of Virginia from 1860 to 1864, wrote to Robert E. Lee from Lexington not long after his release from prison. Letcher had appointed Lee as commander in chief of Virginia's army after Virginia seceded from the Union, but before Virginia agreed that its forces would be under the direction of Confederate President Jefferson Davis. \nLetcher explains to Lee that he was arrested on May 20 under an order from the Secretary of War, however, Letcher was never charged. He was imprisoned in Washington D.C for more than six weeks, but wrote of his excellent treatment, especially from members of Congress, many who he knew while serving as a member of the House of Representatives from 1851 to 1859. He wrote of an interview with President Andrew Johnson after his release, writing that: \n\"I had a very agreeable interview with President Johnson. He received me most kindly and courteously, and alluded to our former service in Congress, in pleasant terms. He spoke liberally and in the most conciliatory terms of the South, and the Southern people. His manner indicated sincerity and if we meet him in a spirit such as he exhibited, we will have reason to regard him as our best friend. Now that the war is ended, we should exhibit no sullen and dissatisfied spirit, but should encourage harmony and conciliation. We have to live under the same government, and it is the part of wisdom and duty, to seek to restore confidence, and cultivate kindly relations. We must show sincerity, honesty and faithfulness in fulfilling the obligations we have assumed. This is the advice I have given to our people, ever since your surrender.\"\nLetcher goes on to tell Lee of the great respect and kind feelings that officers and others in the North had for him.","In 1865, shortly after the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia, Robert E. Lee was approached in Richmond by C.B. Richardson of the University Publishing Company of New York. No contract was signed, but the two came to an informal agreement whereby University Publishing Company would have publication privileges if Lee completed a manuscript. For the next five years the two kept up correspondence, with Lee often requesting materials that Richardson would then search out and furnish for him.\nThis letter was a continuation of their correspondence. Richardson had ascertained the wherabouts of General Hampton and General Longstreet and offered to ensure that Lee's letters reached them. He described his search for documents and information from the war, specifically reports from Gettysburg and Chancelorsville.","John Letcher, a Lexington, Virginia native, Washington Academy alumnus and governor of Virginia from 1860 to 1864 was one of several people from Lexington to write to Lee to inform him of his election as President of Washington College. In this letter, Letcher encourages Lee to take the position, explaining the area, people, stipend and arrangements.","In 1865, shortly after the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia, Robert E. Lee was approached in Richmond by C.B. Richardson of the University Publishing Company of New York. No contract was signed, but the two came to an informal agreement whereby University Publishing Company would have publication privileges if Lee completed a manuscript. For the next five years the two kept up correspondence, with Lee often requesting materials that Richardson would then search out and furnish for him.","This is a photo copy of the original letter.","The letter's envelope accompanies it.","Mrs. Gilliam appears to have sent the exact same letter twice, a couple of weeks apart. Both copies exist in the folder.","The letters are photo copies of the originals. The originals are located at the Virginia Military Institute Archives.","There are two letters with the same content.","A brochure for the Thomas H. Barlow Planetarium is included with the letter.","Included with the letter is payment via a note from the Adams Express Company.","An original copy of the lease accompanies the letter.","Very difficult to read. Likely about sending her son to Washington College.","On the back in Lee's handwriting is written: C.B. Richardson sends vol. of Lees Memoirs","The newspaper clipping is not included.","Signed by AMF Lee and written very personally, this letter was almost certainly written by Anna Maria Goldsborough Fitzhugh, the widow of William Henry Fitzhugh and current owner of Ravensworth plantation, of which Mary Custis Lee and her children were heir to. \nThe letter was written about the general happenings in her life. Anna Maria wrote of how she wished that Lee and his family could visit soon. She mentioned that a boy named \"Robbie\", who was in her care, would be attending Washington College in the winter term.","Charles Chauncey Burr wrote a lengthy note to Lee to accompany the January 1866 edition of his magazine, Old Guard. Burr was anti-republican, anti-centralization, and anti-consolidation. .","Talladega, Ala. Jany. 20th 1866\nDear Sir,\nIn common with your fellow countrymen of the South, I rejoice that you have consented to assume a position, in which you may spend the remainder of your honoured life, in the quiet, and honourable work pf educating our noble young men.\nI trust the Legislature of your venerable Commonwealth, will respond favourably \u0026 promptly to the plan for enlarging the endowments of your college proposed through you.\nThe ravages of the war just ended, has left many of us without sons to educate, more without present means for educating those who were spared. Yet with proper efforts, our colleges may be re-endowed and our children educated, within our own country, \u0026 by professors \u0026 teachers, of our own country, by birth, education, moral instincts, and habits of thought.\nI have one son only left me, now near fifteen years of age; my eldest \u0026 only other son, living when the war began, having fallen at one of the guns of the Washington, N.O. Artillery, near Drury's Bluff, on the 16th of May 1864.\nMy surviving son, so soon, as he learned you had accepted the Presidency of Washington College, expressed a strong desire, that I should send him there, as soon as he was prepared to enter. I propose gratifying him, if it is possible for me to meet the expenses; provided, non residents of the State of Virginia are allowed to enter that college. It was formerly a State Military College, \u0026 I have an impression that its privileges were limited to the Sons of residents of the State. I write for information on that Subject: If I am mistaken in this, then be pleased to inform me, 1st What sum per annum, will cover the entire expenses, except for clothing \u0026 traveling. 2nd Whither the course of instruction is upon the plan of the University of Virginia, or that of the ordinary college curriculum of four years, at the end of which the degree of A.B. is conferred?\nI do not expect to send my son off before the summer or fall of the present year, perhaps not so soon as that, the time depending upon the fitness of his preparation. A particular statement of the extent of preparation in the languages \u0026 mathematics, necessary for entering in the lowest class, \u0026 of the progress required for each succeeding year will be thankfully received.\nWhat is the population of Lexington; To what extent, if any has the Town been destroyed; Is it likely to maintain its former reputation for healthfulness, \u0026 for high moral \u0026 religious tone?\nWith an apology for the length of this communication, \u0026 the expression of a desire that any response you may be pleased to make, shall accord with your own convenience and leisure. I am very respectfully\nYour obt. Servt\nGeo. S. Walden","William Archer Cocke wrote to Robert E. Lee February 1, 1866 from Monticello, Florida. He expresses the wishes of several youths in the Florida region to study at Washington College under Lee's leadership and requests a number of circulars on the college be sent to his address.","Laura G. Ogle wrote to Robert E. Lee from New Castle, Delaware on February 1, 1866. In the letter, she expressed her great admiration for Lee and her desire to emulate his example, despite societal pressures on her as a woman. She explains that her lifelong goal had become to meet and speak with Lee at some point. However, she explains that she has become and \"invalid\" and will remain so for her life, thus restricting herself to remaining in New Castle for the remainder of her life. She ends the letter with a request for a locke of Lee's hair."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003e[Identification of item], Robert E. Lee Family Papers, WLU Coll 0064, Special Collections and Archives, James G. Leyburn Library, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA.\u003cp\u003eIn some cases the citation format may vary. Please contact Special Collections' staff to verify the appropriate format.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/p\u003e  "],"prefercite_tesim":["[Identification of item], Robert E. Lee Family Papers, WLU Coll 0064, Special Collections and Archives, James G. Leyburn Library, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA.In some cases the citation format may vary. Please contact Special Collections' staff to verify the appropriate format."],"relatedmaterial_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eFor Benjamin S. Elliott's later correspondence with Lee, see his letter from April 27, 1866 in Folder 56.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee the letter from Hope dated March 22nd, 1866 in folder 49.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee Charles B. Richardson's earlier letter to Robert E. Lee written March 20th, 1866 in folder 49.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Benjamin S. Elliott's earlier correspondence with Lee, see his letter from April 10, 1866 in Folder 53.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor context of this note, see Algernon Sidney Vigus' original letter to Lee dated April 9th, 1866 in folder 53.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Dawes Appleton wrote another letter to Robert E. Lee, dated May 23rd, 1866, asking how to prepare his son for Washington College as soon as possible. This letter can be found in folder 61.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe outcome of the decision of the shareholders meeting can be found in C. Williams' letter to Lee marked May 19th, 1866 in folder 61.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel S. Mathers' peronsal letter to Robert E. Lee, dated 1866-07-30, which accompanied the original George Washington letter he returned to the college. This item is also located in the secure file.\u003c/p\u003e"],"relatedmaterial_heading_ssm":["Related Materials","Related Materials","Related Materials","Related Materials","Related Materials","Related Materials","Related Materials","Related Materials"],"relatedmaterial_tesim":["For Benjamin S. Elliott's later correspondence with Lee, see his letter from April 27, 1866 in Folder 56.","See the letter from Hope dated March 22nd, 1866 in folder 49.","See Charles B. Richardson's earlier letter to Robert E. Lee written March 20th, 1866 in folder 49.","For Benjamin S. Elliott's earlier correspondence with Lee, see his letter from April 10, 1866 in Folder 53.","For context of this note, see Algernon Sidney Vigus' original letter to Lee dated April 9th, 1866 in folder 53.","George Dawes Appleton wrote another letter to Robert E. Lee, dated May 23rd, 1866, asking how to prepare his son for Washington College as soon as possible. This letter can be found in folder 61.","The outcome of the decision of the shareholders meeting can be found in C. Williams' letter to Lee marked May 19th, 1866 in folder 61.","Samuel S. Mathers' peronsal letter to Robert E. Lee, dated 1866-07-30, which accompanied the original George Washington letter he returned to the college. This item is also located in the secure file."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThis collection contains primary and secondary resources pertaining to Robert E. Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W\u0026amp;L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865 - 1870. Adminstrative papers, such as President's Reports, etc..., from Robert E. Lee's presidency of the school may be found within the W\u0026amp;L University Archives. Please contact W\u0026amp;L Special Collections for information regarding the University Archives.\u003c/p\u003e  ","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Robert E. Lee to William McCloud Bowe dated April 18, 1863 rejecting a request for furlough from the army. The letter was likely dictated but is signed by Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Robert E. Lee to Edward Turner about the death of Col. J. A. Washington (John Augustine Washington) at Valley River, dated 14 September 14, 1861\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn Special Order 56, Army of Northern Virginia, which is dated Feb 27, 1864, Lee decrees the end of Lieutenant Granville Gray's career stating that he is now living in the lunatic asylum in Staunton, Va. The document was written in Staunton. It is signed by Walter H. Taylor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRobert E. Lee's last order as commander of the Army of Northern Virginia.  This copy is written and signed by Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Robert E. Lee writes to the Board of Trustess of Washington College accepting the presidency of the institution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter contains information about the furniture that Charles Marshall is purchasing for Lee in Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lee writes to Rathmell Wilson in Philadelphia that the Washington College Board of Trustees has elected to let him purchase books for the institution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter written from Sweet Springs Robert E. Lee writies that due to his health he won't be returning to the college right away.  He asks all the faculty to help the students prepare for classes.  A transcription is housed with this letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lee gives a prospective student advice on the choosing which state institution of higher to attend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lee writes to Campbell, who had recently been asked to be Superintent of the Rockbridge County Schools, that he does not think accepting this position would greatly impact his duties at Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is Robert E. Lee's signed Oath of office as President of Washington College.  It is signed William White.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWritten excuse by Robert E. Lee for William H. Kinckle to go to church on Good Friday and miss his recitation as a result.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Robert E. Lee talks his wife's health and making trips to Hot Springs and Warm Springs.  He also mentions his two daughters Agnes and Mildred.  He makes mentions of rumors that George Washington Custis Lee recently got engaged.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis order by Adjutant General and Inspector General of the Confederate Army, Samuel Cooper, raises Robert E. Lee to General in Chief of the Armies of the Confederacy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Robert E. Lee writes to the students about the effects of their disruptive behavior on the town and asks them to minimize that behavior during the upcoming April Fools Day parade.  A transcription of the letter is housed with the original item.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lee thanks Walter H. Galt, who established Galt Jewelers in Washington, DC, for a color photograph of George Washington Parke Custis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter from Robert E. Lee to Stilson Hutchins, founder of the Washington Post, thanks him for copies of the St. Louis Times, which contained an article on Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Frank A. Waddill, Class of 1870, to the faculty requesting permission for five days off from school.  Note on the back of the board to which the letter is glued: 'Frank A. Waddill was a classmate (roomate?) of Wilmer H. Shields at Washington College (and then Washington and Lee University)...'\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lee writes to Blair Robertson returning the pet chicken, which was originally a gift from Robertson, to its orginal owner for safe keeping.  Lee feels that harm may come to the chicken as the military is moving camp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaf from first Washington College catalogue, which was printed before Lee was official invested as college president in October 1865.  He is listed as the President and a Professor of Mental and Moral Science, Lee but never actually taught at the college.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Mary Custis Lee writes to an unknown correspondentabout her ailments, travel, General Grant's movements through VA, and inflation.  The letter was written from Richmond in 1864.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis photograph is of Robert E. Lee with his floppy tie. The inscription on back says 'for my young friend John Opie from Mary Custis Lee'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLee writes to Louisa upon the death of her father, John Augustine Washington, who was killed in battle during the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Robert E. Lee writes to Louisa about the last letter ever written by her father John Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Robert E. Lee asks Louise when he can see her and invites her to visit his military camp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lee writes to Louisa about arrangements for the family to received her father's (John Augustine Washington) personal papers. He notes that John was the last proprietor of Mount Vernon of the family of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lee writes to Louisa about her cousin Charles Alexander who was taken by the Union military as a prisoner of war.  He writes that he has made a request for Alexander's release.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lee writes to Louisa about suggestions for what to inscribe on her father's (John Augustine Washington) tombstone.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is Robert E. Lee's last will and testament.  There is also a note on back of will from November 7, 1870.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThree (3) copies of handbill/broadside 'Funeral Obsequies. October 15, 1870.' for funeral of Robert E. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a letter and a portrait of Julia Gratiot, R.E. Lee's niece and wife of General Charles Gratiot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter included a carte de viite photograph from Lee to J. D. Driesbach's son. The photograph was removed to the Robert E. Lee photographs box.\nThe year of the letter was originally mis-identified as 1866 and it is physically located in the box that includes letters written in October 1866.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluded in this folder are two copies of Robert E. Lee's will. One copy is a photograph of the original will. The other copy is a published transcription and facsimile of the will, created by Washington and Lee University in 1928.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis contract details the agreement between the Washington College Survey Board and the renowned topographical surveyor Jedadiah Hotchkiss. It is a contract for Hotchkiss to perform various surveys on behalf of the Board of Survey to expand the college's map resources. The five year contract stipulates assorted restrictions on Hotchkiss's rights to the maps. It is signed by R.E. Lee on behalf of the Board of Survey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotations are in Lee's hand\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWest Point cadet Putnam writes to his father regarding his  his first semester at the academy. He mentions a number of officers including West Point Superintendent Robert E. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW.N. Pendleton writes to Lee upon learning of his election to the Presidency of Washington College. Pendleton writes \"chiefly as a resident of Lexington for the last ten or twelve years, and an observer of the college this wile [sic] to give you my impressions respecting the locality, Institution, etc.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters are included, one from William MacFarland to Robert E. Lee and one from Reverdy Johnson to William MacFarland. MacFarland referenced the Johnson letter in his own letter to Lee and included it in the envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA Letter of reference from Alabama Supreme Court Justice John D. Phelan and Benjamin H. Porter is included with the letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRalph Lete wrote to Robert E. Lee on February 1, 1866 from Ironton, Ohio. He wrote to express his admiration for Lee, as well as to request a course catalog of Washington College for his son to potentially attend the school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter, Jones Bros. \u0026amp; Co. Subscription Book Publishers of Philadelphia, PA wrote a business letter to Robert E. Lee on February 2, 1866. In the letter, the company attempts to solicit their services to publish Lee's current writings on his Civil War Campaigns.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. Temple of Richmond, Virginia to Robert E. Lee on February 2, 1866. In the letter, Temple requests that Lee send him a number of circulars on Washington College for those in the area of Richmond who are interested in attending.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. B. Williams of Enfield, North Carolina to Robert E. Lee. He wrote to request a set of course catalogs for Washington College, and explains that he is recommending the school to his students.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by W. W. Anderson of Bethany, West Virginia on February 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Anderson explains his dissatisfaction with the state of Bethany College. He requests that Lee, upon evaluation, accept himself and a dozen other Bethany College students into Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Robert H. Patterson of Abingdon, Virginia on February 3, 1866. Patterson wrote to request Lee send to him a catalog of Washington College as well as the Law School.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Joseph Finnegan of Fenandina, Florida on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Finnegan explains to Lee that his friend, Captain Taylor, had recently passed away. He goes on to explain that Captain Taylor's two son's were currently attending Washington College. Finnegan continues to explain that the sons of Taylor are likely undisciplined due to their lack of quality education in their formative years. He requests that Lee offer them additional guidance in their situation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Captain William Parker Snow of Nyack, New York on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Snow explains his intense admiration for Lee and his leadership. He explains that he is in the process of authoring a monograph on the subject of southern generals during the Civil War. He goes on to express his patriotism for the United States in its current form and his admiration of Lee's willingness to fight for what he believed in.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by C. B. Richardson of New York, NY on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Richardson expresses his company's interest in Lee's experiences, and mentions an included copy of a book on the \"Army of the Potomac\" for Lee to examine. Richardson also requests a photograph of General Pendleton be sent with Lee's response.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by M. Taylor on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Taylor explains to Lee that a catalog previously requested of Lee did not arrive with its accompanying letter. Taylor goes on to explain that he sent his sons to Washington College without first knowing the requirements due to the missing catalog.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by H. B. Magruder of Greensboro, Alabama on February 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written on behalf of the Southern University's branch of the Clariosophic Society to Lee, extending to him honorary membership based upon the merit of his actions during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written on behalf of the Virginia Railroad Company in Richmond, Virginia on February 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter was written to Lee to inform him of a bill advocating the railroad's repair and to continue his support of the reconstruction of Virginia's infrastructure. The letter includes the bill itself, a printed prospectus, and assorted newspaper clippings referencing the project.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by R. L. Dabney to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Dabney relayed that Lee's previous letter had been delivered to  him safely. He goes on to thank Lee for his advice and describes ways in which he applied it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by George J. Stewart of Madison Station, Virginia on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Stewart explains that he intends to apply to and attend Washington College for the coming semester. He also explains that he very much desired to attend the school where Lee was president, which led to a mistaken application to Virginia Military Institute where he initially believed Lee was president.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Sam Beach Jones of Bridgeton, New Jersey on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Jones relays that he his sending in tandem a copy of General Patterson's publication, which he would like Lee to look over and potentially give his permission to use Lee's name within.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Charles Marshall on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Marshall relays to Lee that his previous letter had been received, and that he is heeding Lee's advice as best he can.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Rathwell Wilson in Philidelphia, Pennsylvania on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Wilson explains that he has recently inherited of a scientific library of books from his late brother, Thomas B. Wilson. He expresses his desire to donate a large portion it to various southern institutions of higher learning. He goes on to express his desire for Washington College to be one of the institutions to benefit from his donation. Included in the letter is a list of various monographs which Wilson sent to Washington College. Each title includes the number of volumes which were donated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Major C. H. Woodward of Rockbridge Baths, Virginia on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Woodward requests a loan from Lee, which he promises to repay in short order.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. W. Francis on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Francis explains to Lee that he has in his possession two documents that were taken from Lee's Arlington house during the Civil War by the army stationed on the Potomac. The documents mentioned include a deed dated 1632 and a work on the \"Anti-Christian Conspiracy.\" Francis expresses his desire to return these items to Lee's possession at his earliest convenience.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Samuel H. Anderson from Georgetown College in Washington, DC on February 8, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Anderson explains in the letter that the Philodemic Society of Georgetown College had elected to make Lee an honorary member.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by a representative of Lancaster \u0026amp; Co from Richmond, Virginia on February 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company is informing Lee of a check from the treasurer of Ohio made out to Lee for $105 accrued in interest on bonds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by George Washignton Garmany from Savannah, Georgia on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Garmany wrote the letter as a recommendation for John B. Mays, a potential student of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Charles O. DeLahoussaye in New Orleans, Louisiana on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, DeLahoussaye writes requesting that Lee send a catalog for Virginia Military Institute, as he desires to send his nephew to atttend school. DeLahoussaye potentially erroneously ascertained that Lee was the president of VMI.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by M. A. Gibbs from Vicksburg, Mississippi on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. He requests in the letter that Lee admit his son into Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Sam Tyler from Frederick City, Maryland on February 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Tyler informs Lee that Prof. Baer intends to have a collection of minerals identified and labeled within several months for the use of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by L. Davis from Prospect Hill, Georgia on February 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Davis relays to Lee that he had heard a speech on history recounting the evacuation of Richmond by Jefferson Davis, and transcribed a section he believed would be of interest to Lee, which is also included with the letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by W. M. Black from Lynchburg, Virginia on February 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Black explains to Lee that a package has been recovered at his Southern Express Company office that contains cash addressed to Lee. He requests that Lee respond with instructions on what to do with the package.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by John Raglan Glascock from the University of Virginia on February 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Glascock requests that a catalog or circular for Washington College be forwarded to him at the request of a friend from California interested in attending.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. B. Heck on February 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter acts as a bill and statement of service to Washington College. Heck states the materials needed and the requested services for building shelving for the Washington College Library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. P. Branch from Augusta, Georgia on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Branch expresses his admiration for Lee and requests an autograph be sent to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by L. Jervey from Charleston, South Carolina on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Jervey informed Lee of a bulk of cotton in his possession that he wishes to give to Lee. He goes on to praise him for his character and actions during the war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by A. B. Robertson from New Wartrace, Tennessee on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Robertson requests Lee to send him a circular on Washington College. He goes on to explain his motivations in doing so.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Mrs. E. F. Farrar and Annie De Moss from Vicksburg, Mississippi on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The two women write that their letter includes a check for $536 intended for Stonewall Jackson's widow and child, and request that Lee forward it at his convenience. The letter continues and expresses the pain that is felt by them in defeat after the war's end, and describe the nature with which life continues in the south. They express their admiration for both Jackson and Lee, and describe the reverence with which their names are held in their households.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by A. S. Buford from Richmond, Virginia on February 16, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Buford writes from Richmond as president of the Richmond \u0026amp; Danville Rail Road, and presents to Lee tickets for use on the railroad. He concludes by requesting an autograph from Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by William P. Marlin on February 16, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Marlin writes to request that Lee send to his address a circular for Washington College for his son, a prospective student.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Burk, Herbert \u0026amp; Co. from Alexandria, Virginia on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company is writing to inform Lee that $25 have been added to the account of Sydney Smith Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. Warner from Washington, D.C. on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Warner writes to Lee to inform that he had come across an individual in Philadelphia in possession of a scrapbook of material relating to the Washington family. Warner requests that Lee relay any knowledge which could be used to return the scrapbook to its rightful owner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by George, Count Joannes from New York City on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, he expresses his admiration of Lee and his displeasure with the established concepts of Reconstruction and of the \"radical cloud\" rising from Congress. He makes mention of his public letters which have been published in the New York News. He goes on to say that when he next visits Virginia that he will donate to Washington College a portion of his profits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by N. B. Feagin from Midway, Alabama on February 18, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Fiegan requests Lee send to him a Washington College circular due to his interest in attending.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by M. S. Clarke from Louisville, Kentucky on February 19, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Clarke requsts a set of catalogs for himself and several other young men in his area, as they are interesting in attending Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Henry B. Dawson from Morrisania, New York on February 18, 1866. In the letter, Dawson expresses his interest in Lee's efforts to publish his father's memoirs. Dawson offers his assistance as an historian, and includes a segment of \u003ctitle\u003eThe Historical Magazine\u003c/title\u003e highlighting his past historical work.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by C. R. Hubbard from Montgomery, Alabama on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hubbard asks Lee to send to him a catalogue of classes at Washington College, as well to write back any information that would ensure his admission to the college.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Frank Magruder from Goshen, Kentucky on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Magruder requests that Lee send to him a circular for Washington College, as his son is interested in attending the school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by D. S. Mulee from Fort Pulaski, Georgia on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Mulee writes from the fort prison, vouching for the character of his friend, John M. Taylor's, sons who had been sent to attend school at Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Charles E. Waters from Baltimore, Maryland on February 21, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Waters describes how the ladies of Baltimore are organizing a fair to raise funds for the relief of southerners affected bt the Civil War. He requests, at the suggestion of his wife, that Lee send a set of his autographs to be sold at the fair to raise money for their cause.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter is written by Robert E. Lee Jr. on February 19, 1866 to his father, Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Robert E. Lee Jr. expresses to his father that he was happy to hear from him and his mother recently. He goes on to ask advice from his father regarding the mill he now operates. He explains the situation of some mechanical problems witht he mill and dam, and asks his father to provide advice on the course of action to take and how to apply the repairs effectively.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was writen by J. Lawrence Saulsbury from Richmond, Virginia on February 20, 1866. Saulsbury begins the letter by expressing his admiration for Lee and his wish to meet him in person. He then transitions into encouraging Lee to allow the company he represents,  Blakeney \u0026amp; Co., to supply Washington College's students with sets of gold pens at the cost of $1 each.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by W. P. Moore from Palmyra, Missouri on February 22, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Moore requests a response from Lee on the question of to whom he needed to seek the copyright of Lee's historical exploits during the war while in Missouri.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Laura G. Ogle from New Castle, Delaware on February 23, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is a follow up to a previous response given by Lee. Ogle expresses her gratitude for Lee's fulfillment of her reqeust of a signed photograph.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by former CSA Staff member of General Stevenson, Major George L. Gillespie from Chatanooga, Tennessee on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Gillespie writes the letter as an introduction to two relatives of his attending Washington College, Robert N. and Thomas J. Gillespie. He vouches for their quality of character and hopes Lee will provide them with a role model.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Horace Sheley on behalf of the Philologic Society of Westminster College on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter extends an invitation for Lee to become and honorary member of the Philologic Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by William H. Botts from Glasgow, Kentucky on February  26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Botts writes to introduce Buford Leslie to Lee and vouch for his character while he attends Washignton College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by William Brazelton from New Market, Tennessee on February 25, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Brazelton writes as a way to introduce J. M. Gillespie from Rhea County who attended Washington College. He also explains some events of his life, as well as the nature of young southern men.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written on behalf of the company of art-dealers Butler, Perrigo, and Way from Baltimore, Maryland on February 26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The dealers express their thanks to Lee for sending them a series of autographs they had previously requested. They inform Lee that the autographs are to be framed and sold by their dealership.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by D. Creel from Chillicothe, Ohio on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter begins by praising Lee and making several biblical comparisons to Lee. Creel continues and begins to refer to his relation to Stonewall Jackson by marriage, and begins to recount events of Jackson's life as he viewed them up until his death during the Civil War. Creel also describes events of his own life, including raids by northern militias on his home.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written on behalf of Jones Bros. \u0026amp; Co. from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on February 26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company writes to follow up on Lee's rejection of the previous offer for the company to publish his personal works. The follow up resolves with an open offer should Lee change his mind.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written on behalf of the Demosthenian Society from the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The Demosthenian Society writes to inform Lee that he has been made an honorary member based upon his reputation and actions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Bishop J. Johns on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Johns writes from Theological Seminary to inform Lee of the death of \"Bishop Meade.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written on behalf of the Demosthenian Society of Roanoke College from Salem, Virginia on February 28, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The society writes to inform Lee that he has been elected to be an honorary member of the society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by the Cordes Sisters and their personal friend Mary Byrnes from Ridgevill, South Carolina on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter was sent in care of the sisters' father, Captain Theodore Cordes from Charleston, South Carolina. The letter is a follow up to a previous request of the sisters that went unanswered from December of 1865. The sisters requested some small memento from Lee, as they had great respect for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Mary G. Slaughter on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Slaughter writes to introduce Stark Arnold to Lee as the nephew of Stonewall Jackson. She vouches for his integrity and explains his situation of desiring an education without direct means. She requests that Lee assist him in gaining an education.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by G. W. Leyburn from Big Lick, Virginia on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Leyburn makes reference to a previous conversation he and Lee had regarding the nature of education. He expands on this topic and asks a series of questions regarding education in the South and requests a written response to the questions. He explains that he wishes to have Lee's stance while Leyburn acts to acquire subscriptions for Washington College's endowment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Mrs. M. B. Smith from Port Royal, Virginia on March 1, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Smith informs Lee that she wishes for her son to attend Washington College. She requests Lee for a school catalogue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. M. Handely on March 1, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Handely requests a copy of Lee's ongoing work on the history of the \"Great Rebellion.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter and attached news clippings were written by Edward A. Pollard from Norfolk, Virginia on March 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Pollard explains, in reference to a previous correspondence, that he has become aware of an individual who has published his own scholarly work on the Civil War called \"The Lost Cause\" in the newspaper \u003ci\u003eThe New York News\u003c/i\u003e and is seeking action. He sent the letter attached with two clippings from papers in which Pollard directly addresses the culprit and publicly denounces his actions of infringement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written on behalf of the Great Southern \u0026amp; Western Accident \u0026amp; Life Insurace Company of New Orleans, Louisiana on March 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company writes to inform Lee that he has been elected one of five members of the Non-Resident Board of stockholders.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by W. S. Neal on behalf of the Jefferson Davis Society of the Stonewall Institute from Perry County, Alabama on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter explains the society's purpose and goals, while praising southern ideals. It then invites and requests Lee to become a member of the society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. Longstreet from New Orleans, Louisiana on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Longstreet writes to Lee informing him that he has inserted Lee's name as a one of the non-resident board of directors for the Great Southern and Western Life and Accident Insurance Company. He gives description of the company and its then-current assets. Included with the letter is a typed transcript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. Johns Jr. from Richmond, Virginia on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Johns writes to Lee that his letter accompanies another letter from Dr. Julius Doetsh. He explains that, upon his advice, Doetsh wishes to make a translation of Lee's work. He then vouches for Doetsh's credentials and character.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Dr. Julius Edmund Doetsh from Richmond, Virginia on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Doetsh introduces himself to Lee and makes an offer to translate Lee's in-progress memoirs into German for European publication. He explains that interest in Europe is high for such a publication, and explains the potential avenues for publication which he can take advantage of.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by W. H. McGuire from Washington, DC on March 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In her letter, McGuire relays to Lee her thanks for his assistance and relaying of the news of her husband's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Thomas H. Ellis from Richmond, Virginia on March 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Ellis writes to inform Lee that the company's general assembly has voted to move forward with granting a French company an amended charter with contents that had been requested by the French company. He goes on to express his unease at working with the French, given bad relations and lack of resources following the Civil War. He then requests Lee write to him his opinions on the topics of the canal project, as well as peace relations abroad.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. Speer Howarth from Delaware County, Pennsylvania on March 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Howarth requests information on Washington College pertaining to its student population and the general atmosphere of the college.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. Emanuel on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Emanuel expresses interest in sending his son to Washington College and requests information on admission.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by George Michael Branner from Knoxville, Tennessee on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Branner writes the letter as an introduction to his son Hardy Bryan Branner and his friend Rudolph Bryan. He vouches for their character, and explains that all funds for their education are accommodated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by E. C. Middleton from Washington, DC on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Middleton introduces his agent, E. F. Lutz of Baltimore. Middleton then explains that his previous request of an oil painting of Lee had been rejected due to a lack of one existing. Middleton explains that Lutz will take notes of Lee's complexion and then, using a recent photograph by Mathew Brady, create an oil painting which he wishes Lee to sign.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by John W. Lapsley from Shelby County, Alabama on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. He writes to Lee introducing his son, John B. Lapsley who is attending Washington College. He goes into deep detail about his son's mannerisms and behavior, expressing hope that Lee's leadership will help to mold him appropriately.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Benjamin B. Stith from Bewleyville, Kentucky on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Stith writes that he wishes to send his son to a military academy, believing Lee to be the president of VMI. He asks Lee to send him information and his favor in accepting his son into the school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Thomas E. McNeill from Lynchburg, Virginia on March 8, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. McNeill writes to share with Lee the mission of the newly-formed Virginia Mining and Manufacturing Bureau. He asks Lee for his support and includes an attached circular pertaining to the organization.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by William W. Early from Hyattsville, Maryland on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Early requests from Lee a catalogue of classes for Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by N. S. Ray from Lebanon, Kentucky on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Ray asks in the letter for a catalogue of studies, as well as general information for Washington College. Ray explains that his son wishes to transfer from Centre College in Kentucky to Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by William Hunter from Savannah, Georgia on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hunter writes to Lee informing him that his three sons wish to attend Washington College. He describes the natures of his sons as well as their academic potential.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThs letter was written by E. L. Hadden from New York City on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hadden writes to Lee informing him that he is returning to Lee a series of items recovered from the occupation of Arlington House at the onset of the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. L. Hocker on behalf of the Periclean Society of the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written to inform Lee that he has been elected as an honorary member of the society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by C. Newton from Louisiana State Seminary (later Louisiana State University) on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written to inform Lee that a society has been formed at the school named the Lee Society, and that Lee has been elected an honorary member.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by VMI Superintendent Francis H. Smith on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Smith writes to inform Lee that a new VMI cadet, William F. Dancey, believes that the damage to VMI has resulted in the institution being unable to perform its purpose. He relays Dancey's desire to instead enroll in Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Sam Barnett from Washington, Georgia on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Barnett writes to Lee informing him that his ward, William H. Barnett, wishes to attended Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Rathmell Wilson from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Wilson writes the letter as a follow up to his previous correspondence with Lee regarding the donation of Thomas B. Wilson's library to Washington College. Wilson inquires whether the boxes of books arrived as planned. He also indicates that he wishes to donate further books in his possession to Washington College on the stipulation that the donated books be cared for, retain Thomas Wilson's book plate, and be called \"the Wilson contribution to the Library of Washington College.\" Wilson additionally indicates that he has included a copy of Thomas Wilson's memoir in the donation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by J. Marshall Dent from Maryland Agricultural College on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Dent explains to Lee that the classes at Maryland Agricultural College are to be suspended by March 25. He requests information on Washington College and inquires of the possibility of enrolling late in the term.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by C. G. Freuman from Eminence, Kentucky on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Freuman requests that Lee send him a catalog for the \"military institute\" which Lee is head of, mistakenly assuming Lee is the head of Virginia Military Institute also in Lexington, VA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by William H. Kinnon from Tangipaho Station, Lousiana on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Kinnon writes to request information on costs of attendance for the sons of his five sisters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by C. B. Richardson from New York City on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Richardson thanks Lee for his previous correspondence and expresses interest in sending Lee a series of documents and books to assist him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by S. D. Stuart from Baltimore, Maryland on March 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Stuart writes on behalf of Mrs. James Robb, asking for a likeness of Lee, whom she greatly admires.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by George William Green from Shieldfield , Newcastle on Tyne, England.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by W. Scott Glore from Louisville, Kentucky to Robert E. Lee. Glore offers to pay for $1000 of the publication costs of Lee's proposed book on his campaigns during the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by P. T. Moore from Richmond, Virginia to Robert E. Lee. Moore explains that his friend from the British Parliament has requested an autographed photograph and he inquires about a potential faculty position in Agriculture or Geology at Washington College for Dr. Thomas Antisell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by American educator Emma Willard on March 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Willard introduces herself and explains that she is a writer of history and has followed Lee's career through the war. She expresses her wish to establish contact with various generals, including Lee, to record their views of experiences for an upcoming school history book on the topic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to R. E. Lee was written by S. S. Scranton and J. B. Burr from the American Publishing Company of Hartford, Connecticut. They write to inquire on Lee's status in writing his history of the war, and continue to express interest in negotiating a publishing contract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter informs Robert E. Lee of his honorary membership to the Jackson Society, a literary society at the College of William and Mary. This was written by J. A. G. Williamson, the secretary of the society.  The reverse shows that Robert E. Lee answered the letter on March 23rd, 1866.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from Meade Woodson of Fincastle, Botetourt County, VA. Woodson writes to Lee on behalf of a Ms. Hamilton who is considering sending her two sons to the institution. She wonders if there will military training at Washington College and if there's boarding for students available with Christian professors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a letter from William C. Folkes to Robert E. Lee. He has sent a list of Battle Reports from the Confederate States of America (CSA). Along with the letter is a yellow piece of paper listing the battles recognized by the CSA.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was sent to Robert E. Lee from \"Fanny\" Bain, a corresponding secretary of the Eunomian Literary Society at the Masonic College at La Grange, KY. The society offers Lee honorary membership if he would send a letter of acceptance and make a contribution to the Literary Gems paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter was written by Thomas Munford for Robert E. Lee. Having learned that R. E. Lee is planning to write a war memoir, Munford writes to Lee to correct information within the offical Confederate report of the cavalry battle at Aldie, Virginia in 1863.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from Reverend Abner Johnson Leavenworth, writing as secretary of the Teachers' Association of Virginia. He asks Lee to address the organization's anniversary meeting in July 1866 about acceptance and education of Virginia's formerly enslaved people. Lee noted on the reverse of the Letter that he declined the invitation to speak.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from Charles W. Cole. Originally this letter was given to Lee with two books, \"Rollin's Belles Lettres\" and \"The Letters of Cicero\" that came from his home in Arlington. This letter is an explanation for how Cole obtained them and why he is giving them back.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from John W. Fiwell. Fiwell asks for a circular of Washington College. Fiwell also mentions he is a wounded soldier from Company A of the Fourth Virginia Cavalry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee comes from R. G. Williams. In this letter he reminds Lee about a hat he agreed to last December. This letter came with the hat when it was finally finished in March of 1866.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from Edward Long Hedden. Hedden tells Lee he has received the engraving of Washington and gives his thanks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from S. J. Henderson. Henderson and Judge Charles Lewis McConnell have heard Lee plans to write a book on the American Civil War. Henderson and McConnell ask to have publishing agency in Kentucky for Lee's book.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from the book publisher Sargent, Wilson and Hinkle. This letter asks Lee for his approval of McGuffey Eclectic Readers books on the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilmer McLean asks Lee if he would visit Appomattox (Va.) to have a photograph of him taken in the room where he surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee comes from Ellen Reily. She asks Lee if he could include her husband in his book on the American Civil War. She includes newspaper clippings, orders, and letters by and about her husband Colonel James Reily.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from Elizabeth (referred to as Lizzie in the letter) Hull. She asks for information about Washington College for her adopted child.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from Algernon Sidney Vigus. Vigus explains that he has acquired Lee family letters removed from the Lee family home at Arlington during the Civil War and that he'd like to return them. Vigus asks to keep one of the letters, to a Custis family member from London in 1728. Vigus ultimately returned the correspondence and Lee honored Vigus' request for the 1728 letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMcLeavy, a third-year student of Soule University in Texas, wishes to attend Washington College for his fourth year. He also mentions his career in the Confederate Army and some of the classes he has completed at Soule.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from Hezekiah George David (H. G. D.) Brown. Brown wishes to send his son to Washington College. He states that his son served in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War and was paroled in Alabama.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles Wesley Andrews, an Episcopal minister and acquaintance of Lee, shares that his wife Sarah died in 1863 and includes other family matters. He also requests two autographed photographs of Lee. Andrews includes with the letter a pamphlet that he recently published.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter accompanied a report by Brown of the Coal River Navigation Company which he hopes will take interest in minerals found in Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee is from Benjamin S. Elliott. Elliott wishes to give Lee a colt sired by horse \"Patrick Henry\". Included with this letter is a carte de visite photograph of the \"Patrick Henry\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReverend Robert S. Clark asks for the rights to sell Lee's proposed history of the American Civil War throughout Mississippi. The letter includes five signatures of references for Reverend Clark - some of whom identify themselves as former Confederate soldiers and one, George Paul Turner, the editor of the \"National Star\" newspaper of Mississippi.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHope, a real estate lawyer in Virginia, wishes to assist Lee in recovering his Arlington estate. He includes a newspaper annnouncing that Union soldiers killed at numnerous wartime battlefields would be reinterred at Arlington and that a memorial would be placed there in their honor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichardson plans to donate $1,000 in books to the library of Washington College. He also says he will publish Lee's father's memoir once the family portraits arrive for engraving.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhtographer Alexander Gardner plans to send Lee photographs that are on hand in his studio at that include his company's imprint. He also plans to print and mount one-hundred photographs without his imprint, per Lee's request.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLemuel Parker Conner of Natchez, Mississippi,  writes a letter of introduction to Robert E. Lee for his nephew William C. Conner, a new student at Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn O. Sullivan of Lincoln County, Tennessee requests catalogues of Washington College for some of his students who wish to attend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eS. P. Cunningham of Kentucky wants to obtain Washington College catalogues for Fairview Academy students wanting to attend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Washington College benefactor Warren Newcomb explains his Colonial era Massachusetts ancestry and requests a photograph of Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Andrew Quarles wishes to send his son to Washington College and asks for a catalog. He notes that his son in Canada and was formerly a lieutenant in the Confederate Army.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWalton has been informed by Carter James Harris, professor of Latin at Washington College, that Lee had taken offense to rumors published by Walton. Walton writes to Lee as an apology for any misunderstandings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter mention from James Caskie mentions items pruchased for the Lee family in Richmond, daughters Agnes and Mildred and son W.H.F. Lee are mentioned. There is account information on Lee's account with Caskie on the reverse of the letter. Caskie reports he is glad to hear that the vase and chair that he has sent are cherished. Caskie also informs Lee that he received 2 dozen photographs of Lee from Richmond photographer Julian Vannerson but that Vannerson would not accept payment for the images.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmith writes to Lee to inquire about Washington College's plans to introduce a program for engineering.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee comes from E. H. Campbell, secretary for the Charles Town (W.Va.)Christian Association. Campbell informs Lee that he has been made an honorary member.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClara Banks of Liverpool, England writes to Robert E. Lee requesting asking an autograph.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaniel Moreau Barringer of Raleigh, North Carolina, wishes to send his son Lewin to Washington College and is asking for a catalogue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee comes from J. L. Greer who wishes to send his brother to Washington College for his junior year. He asks for a catalogue so his brother can properly prepare.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOden Bowie, Governor of Maryland, asks Lee to send a catalogue for an aquaintance interested in Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Woods Smith plans to attend Washington College and asks for a catalogue and additional information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRosan wishes to attend Washington College and requests a circular of the school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter is from Elizabeth S. Myrick writing as \"Mrs. S. P. Myrick\". Elizabeth wishes to send her son, James to Washington College and asks for a circular and admission requirements. She explains that her son left school at fifteen to serve in the Civil War and fears his age and limited schooling before the war may hinder his opportunity to attend the school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBarling wishes for his nephew to attend Washington College and asks for a circular. He explains that his nephew lived in Georgia until late in the war and is currently an exemplary student at his new school in Troy, New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Reynolds Winston inquires if Lee is writing a history of the American Civil War urging him to do so, if not.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMatthews explains that he left school during the Civil War to serve in the Confederate Army. He now wishes to attend Washington College and requests a circular and admission requirements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMayer requests information on Washington College as he wishes to send his son to the school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames A. Mitchell is interested in attending Washington College and would like catalogues sent for him and other potential students from Edmonton, Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee comes from John Hough James. James writes Lee regarding Washington College's  subscription to the Urbana Union (Ohio) newspaper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee comes from George Lyttleton Peyton. Peyton invites Lee to visit the Virginia Hotel in Staunton, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee comes from S. S. Louisa Cochrane. Cochrane hopes to send her son William G. \"Gilly\" Cochrane to Washington College and requests a catalogue or circular.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter is addressed to Robert E. Lee from Dominick James Dillon.Dillon wishes to send his son to Washington College and is awaiting an academic catalogue from the school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter to Robert E. Lee comes from Benjamin S. Elliott. Elliott informs Lee that he fullfilled a favor that Lee requested in a previous letter. Although Lee did not accept Elliott's previous offer of a colt - sired by the horse \"Patrick Henry\", Elliott is negotiating that a two-year-old colt to be given to Lee. This letter also contains its original envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe note explains a parcel of books from Algernon Sidney Vigus to Robert E. Lee that Vigus had removed from the Lee family's library at \"Arlington House\" during the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJenifer, formerly of the 8th Virginia Cavalry during the Civil War, announces that he has retired from cavalry service and is running a business, \"Jenifer and Brother\" of Baltimore, Maryland. He offers his services and merchandise to Lee.  Included with this letter is an advertisement for Jenifer's business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNetterville wishes to attend Washington College in the fall of 1866 and would like a catalogue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBreckinridge introduces to Robert E. Lee three brothers, William, James, and Edward Carson, who are attending or en route to Washington College from Louisiana and asks that Lee be attentive to their well being. He also mentions Lee's proposed book on the Civil War campaigns of Virginia but that while he has no reports he'd be happy to write about any actions of which he had a part.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by S. G. Landes is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Landes requests an autograph of Lee and mentions he's a native of Rockbridge and Augusta counties of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by the Strobridge Lithography Company is addressed to Robert E. Lee and references their lithographs of Robert E. Lee and that fire had destroyed its Cincinnati studio, including a Lee portrait. They share that a third Lee lithograph is in process as well as a portrait of Stonewall Jackson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by F. Bullwinkle is for Robert E. Lee. Bullwinkle wishes to get a mathematical education from Washington College and would like a catalogue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by members of the Stonewall Literary Society is for Robert E. Lee. The society writes to Lee that they have decided to make him an honorary member for his actions during the Siege of Petersburg, Virginia during the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Richard Pennefather Rothwell is to Robert E. Lee. Rothwell has heard that Washington College is increasing its staff and he offers his services as a professor of mining, metallurgy, mineralogy, or geology.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Robert Vinkler Richardson is for Robert E. Lee. Richardson is trying to establish foreign investment in the southern American cotton industry. His letter is written on a circular  sent out to different cotton planters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Thomas Roberts Slicer is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Slicer, the son of Lee's friend Henry Slicer, inquires about a position to teach elocution at Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Daniel F. Wright is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Wright asks for a circular of Washington College to give a potential student he knows. He also mentions that he was a surgeon in Archer's Brigade during the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by James Cleland is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Cleland, a plumber and gas-fitter in Lynchburg, offers his services to Washington College to install a gas system. Included with this letter is a pamphlet from the Automatic Gas Company of Baltimore advertising their product.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by J. C. Parks is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Parks asks Lee if he and \"Mr. Frazier\" may be the publishers of Lee's proposed American Civil War. As part of theri proposal, they would liberally compensate Lee and offer half of the profits to widows and orphans of fallen Confederate soldiers. They list Casper Bell, John Bullock Clark, and John Heagan as references.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Warren S. Barlow is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Barlow writes that Lee's lithograph portrait by Elijah C. Middleton has been completed and he'll send it by express Lee via \"Mr. Lutz\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Simon Bolivar Buckner is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Buckner introduces a student of Washington College he knows, J. Esten Cooke, Jr. Buckner also tells Lee that he is currently in New Orleans working as an editor for a paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Charles B. Richardson is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Enclosed with this letter was a map of the Army of the Potomac that Lee requested, as well as John Beauchamp Jones' \"A Rebel War Clerk's Diary\". Along with this package, Richardson updates Lee on the publishing of Henry Lee III's memoirs. Richardson also tells Lee that he is facing financial setbacks but they shouldn't hinder his business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Ancrum B. Burr is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She wishes for her son, Edward Johnston, to attend Washington College and would like a circular. Burr also says that Edward's father may have graduated from the United States Military Academy around the same time as Lee, but that he died in the Mexican-American War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by John Mimms and Edwin O'Brien is addressed to Robert E. Lee. They say that several students in their town wish to attend Washington College and would like a catalogue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by members of the Richmond Light Infantry Blues is addressed to Robert E. Lee. The militia group is celebrating its seventy-third anniversary on May 10, 1866 and invites Lee to attend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Houston Rucker is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Rucker writes that he would like a circular and information on Washington College for a friend's son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Seaton Gales is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Gales, an editor of the Raleigh Sentinel (N.C.) newspaper, offers to help identify a publisher for Lee's proposed book on the American Civil War. Gales included a copy of the Raleigh Sentinel with the letter. At the end of the letter Gales notes that he was an Assistant Adjutant General under General Stephen Dodson Ramseur\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by George Dawes Appleton is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dawes writes that he wants to admit his son to Washington College and would like information about attending.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdkisson, who had attended Dolbear Commercial College in New Orleans, La., inquires about continuing his education at Washington College and offers a plan for how he may be able to afford it. He notes that he served in a Texas Brigade during the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by James F. Dumble is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dumble wants to send his son, Edwiw, to Washington College and would like to know the terms of entering. He also asks if his son can board with a family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Reverend William Norvell Ward is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Ward asks if Lee would like a photographic copy of a painting Stratford Hall, the Lee ancestral home in Virginia, by Mattie Ward, his daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by J. F. Heun is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Heun asks Lee for an autographed wartime document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by W. H. Nettleton is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Nettleton, an Englishman having traveled the county over the past year, writes that he would like a hand-written line or two from Lee as a souvenir of this trip.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Josiah Warren is addressed to Robert E. Lee. This letter accompanied a book Warren gifted to Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Horatio Richardson Moore is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Moore asks permission for acquaintances in New Orleans to use Lee's name in their company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by William T. Somervell is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Somervell wishes to attend Washington College and asks for a circular, terms, and regulations for applying.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Mansfield Lovell is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Having heard that Lee is writing a history of the American Civil War, Lovell offers a list of documents from Confederate officers in his possession for Lee's review. Mansfield notes documents taken by the Joint Congressional Committee on the affairs of the Confederate Naval Department and correspondence between the Confederate War Department and General Lafayette McLaws concerning the surrender of New Orleans, Louisiana to Union forces.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Robert Lewis Dabney is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dabney writes that an advertisement of his Stonewall Jackson biography gives credit of Lee's review and revisions to the publisher instead. He explains to Lee that the publisher decided to do this, not him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Lizzie C. Hull is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She acknowledges that her son cannot attend Washington College and offers her well wishes to the Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Jeannette Ritchie Hadermann Walworth is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She requests a lock of Lee's hair for her nephew who is also named Lee in honor of him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJubal Early recounts his participation in battles of the American Civil War and describes his experience living in Mexico since the Confederate surrender and  his planned move to Canada.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe original envelope is included with this letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Aaron Howell Pierson Sr. is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Pierson wishes to send his son to Washington College but does not know the requirements. Pierson worries that because of his son's service in the American Civil War, he may be too far behind his studies to attend.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by James Dabney McCabe is addressed to Robert E. Lee. McCabe asks permission to write about Lee's actions during the American Civil War. He includes that as an ex-cadet of Virginia Military Institue, he published \"A Life of Lieut. Gen. T. J. Jackson\" during the war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by R. Thompson is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Thompson offers to publish a British edition of Lee's planned book on the American Civil War. Lee never wrote the book.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by the Reverend Samuel Beach Jones is addressed to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Jones mentions locating artwork and possibly a book possibly removed Arlington House during the war. The book he mentions was inscribed to Charles A. Atkinson. Jones offers to fund raise for Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by John Speck LaFever is addressed to Robert E. Lee. LaFever asks for information to attend Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Dr. Wesley Emmett Gatewood is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Gatewood would like information on attending Washington College and a piece of clothing Lee wore during the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by Augustus Machim Garber is addressed to Robert E. Lee. He writes that he has sent catalogues of Washington College to his uncle. However, his uncle would like information on fees and payment to the school. Garber also mentions sculptor William Rudolph O'Donovan and shares that the scultpor, with approval from Lee, will continue workingon a bust of Stonwall Jackson. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginally included with this letter was a photograph of O'Donovan's bust of Stonewall Jackson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis letter by C. Williams is addressed to Robert E. Lee on behalf of the Great Southern and Western Life and Accident Insurance Company announcing a forthcoming shareholders meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSister Mary Baptista Linton invites Robert E. Lee to speak at Mount de Chental Visitation Academy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlease note - this folder also includes related content - a copy of Lee's response to the invitation; a booklet from the one-hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the school with a quote from Robert E. Lee on the front; materials from the Georgetown Academy of the Visitation on Sister Baptista, a scan of Lee's letter to Sister Baptista, and a section of Mount de Chental's centennial booklet on its southern fund.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis folder contains two original letters from Mercer University faculty, and photographic reproductions made in 1944 from negatives taken by Michael Miley\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrederick A. P. Barnard sends Robert E. Lee an introduction and recommendation for Robert B. White, D. D. to be chair of the department of Mental and Moral Philosophy at Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles P. Stone offers coal to Washington College from Dover Mines, his coal mining company in Goochland, Virginia. Stone was a Union general during the American Civil War and ran the Dover Mines until 1869.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFormer Confederate Cheif Medical Officer Lafayette Guild writes a letter of introduction to Robert E. Lee for William G. Cochrane, a new Washington College student. Guild mentions that he's been in contact with former Confederate general Walter H. Stevens who was in Mexico.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBurr Harrison McCown requests two catalogues of Washington College - one for him, and one for Joseph Henry in Leavenworth, Kansas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJ. B. Moore requests a catalogue of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJ. Hewett offers Robert E. Lee the position of superintendent of Natchez Institute (Mississippi).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAaron Howell Pierson Sr. acknowledges receipt of a letter from Lee explaining that his son, Aaron Howell Pierson Jr., needs to attend preparatory school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLawyer James Patterson Rogers writes to Washington College president Robert E. Lee representing Lieutenant Samuel S. Mathers, a former Union soldier from West Virginia. Rogers relays that Lieutenant Mathers wished to return an original letter written by George Washington to the trustess of Washington Academy which he's taken from Washington College in 1864 during Hunter's Raid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW. C. Park asks Robert E. Lee if Professor Maximilian Schele de Vere is teaching at Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAndrew Jackson Moses asks Robert E. Lee about attending Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJ. Ditzler asks Robert E. Lee how he can contact Professor Albert Taylor Bledsoe. He also offers to lecture at Washington College and send Lee a copy of his history book.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Joseph Jones (Caroline Wright) invites Robert E. Lee to Warren County on August 8th for the unveiling of a memorial for his daughter Anne Carter Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Greenleaf Rolfe asks Robert E. Lee for information on Washington College and Virginia Military Institute for potential students in Ashley County, Arkansas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMary Hardaway asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge J. Hobday asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam A. Rogers asks Robert E. Lee if students of Washington College may begin after the official start date of academic terms. He also asks for the address of Charles R. Jones.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMary C. Allen asks Robert E. Lee about sending her sons to Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlbert Jefer Montgomery asks about attending Washington College. He notes that he is a veteran of the Confederate States Army.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDelaware B. Kemper shares that he is applying for professorship at Hampden-Sydney College and they have asked for his military references. He asks President Lee if he can give a reference.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW. A. Wash asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDuff Green writes to Robert E. Lee that he plans to send his grandson, Benjamin Green Maynard, to Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWade Hampton informs Robert E. Lee that he has gathered data from his old officers for Lee's proposed volume on the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJ. W. Heatley asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWaller O. Bullock asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA. J. Frantz sends Robert E. Lee an advertisement for advertising space in the Brandon Republican newspaper Rankin County, Mississippi.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Treadwell Eaton asks Robert E. Lee if he can attend  Washington College for the Fall term of 1866. He also asks if he can secure places for friends Adelbert Smith and William H. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn T. Harrison informs Robert E. Lee that he is behind in the Latin and Greek requirements for Washington College admission and asks about preparatory schools.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Anderson Mayse invites Robert E. Lee to Warm Springs, VA for the summer season.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlexander McKinley inquires about entering his son into Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eR. M. McClellan introduces Washington College student David L. Anderson to President Lee. He explains that Anderson is behind in Greek and suggests that he be enrolled specifically in that class.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Wethered inquires about sending his son to Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Springfield Edwards asks for a catalogue of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Edward Burson requests a catalogue of Washington College. He also asks about boarding and the potential for other students from his community accompanying him to school in Lexington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProfessor Richard Sears McCulloh, writing from New York City and having consulted with architects, sends a basic floor plan, specifications, and cost estimates for the contruction of a chapel at Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBenjamin Franklin French offers resources for Lee's planned book on the history of the American Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGabriel James Rains wishes to leave Summerville Institute to teach at Virginia Military Institute (V.M.I.). Rains mistakenly suggests that Lee is presiding over V.M.I. rather than Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJesse Shanks inquires about sending his brother to Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam A. Brown asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eR. M. McClellan introduces admitted Washignton College student William W. Collins to Robert E. Lee and suggests that Collins should enroll in a preparatory Greek course.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW. R. Abbott announces Robert E. Lee's election to the Educational Asssociation of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eH. A. (Hampton A.) Rice asks for a catalogue or a list of expenses for attending Washington College for potential students in Macon, Ga. On the back of this letter Rice asks for a catalog to be sent to H. L. (Hampton Lea) Jarnagin Jr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles A. (Charles Alfred) Welch asks when his son, Francis Welch, should come to Washington College for examination. Welch also asks if there are uniform or clothing regulations that his son must follow.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWelch asks that Lee addresses his response to \"Sohier and Welch\" of Boston, Massachussetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBetween February 1868 and February 1870 Washington College professor and former Confederate Ordinance officer,  William Allan, had five conversations with college president Robert E. Lee which he manually recorded in this memo book which he titled \"Conversations with Gen. R. E. Lee\". Soon after each conversation, Allan described retreating to his office to record the highlights. In 1886, former Washington College Clerk of faculty and Librarian, Edward Clifford \"E.C.\" Gordon shared with Allan, by mail, a similar manuscript reminiscence of a discussion he had with Lee in 1868 on the Sharpsburg/Antietam campaign, specifically the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\". Allan transcribed Gordon's reminiscence into his memo book – with a background note. (Gordon's original reminiscence was then purportedly returned to him.) The memo book is accompanied by an informative 1886 letter from Gordon to Allan on the Lee conversations. There are also two letters regarding the gift of the memoranda book to Washington and Lee University in 1946 by Mrs. Louisa P. Allan, William Allan's daughter – in – law. Subjects of the conversations include Lee's objectives and strategy at different points during the American Civil War; Lee's decision to resign from the United States Army on April 20, 1861 including his conversations with U.S. Army General Winfield Scott; and commentary, at times critical, of Federal and Confederate generals and leaders including George McClellan, D.H. Hill, James Longstreet, Jefferson Davis, Richard Ewell, Thomas J. \"Stonewall\" Jackson, Joseph Johnston, J.E.B. Stuart, and John-Fitz Porter. Civil War battles mentioned or discussed include Antietam, Fredericksburg, Gaines Mill and the Seven Days Battles, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and the fall of the defenses at Petersburg, Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRobert E. Lee's copy of D.H. Hill's post Civil War magazine \"The Land We Love,\" which published an article pertaining to the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\" - an order by General Robert E. Lee directing movements of his Army of Northern Virginia during the Maryland Campaign of 1862. It was lost by an unidentified Confederate courier and found by Union soldiers and subsequently forwarded to Union General George B. McClellan. The contents of the dispatch influenced the battles of South Mountain and Antietam.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from E.C.(Edward Clifford)Gordon, former Washington College Clerk of Faculty, to Col. William Allan of th eMcDonough institute in Baltimore, Md. and former mathematics professor at Washington College between 1866 and 1873 regarding an accompanying memo book in which Gordon documented a long conversation he had with Robert E. Lee on February 16, 1868. A main theme of the letter is the content from the memo book regarding the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\" during his Maryland Campaign of 1862. \nThe second letter  accompanied the memo book when it was given by Louisa P. Allan, Col. William Allan's daughter - in - law,  to Washington and Lee University President Francis Pendleton Gaines in 1946.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReminiscences of Robert E. Lee including manuscripts, typescripts, newspaper clippings, and published materials by subjects with surnames begininng with letters B through J. See agents list for authors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReminiscences of Robert E. 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Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W\u0026L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865 - 1870. Adminstrative papers, such as President's Reports, etc..., from Robert E. Lee's presidency of the school may be found within the W\u0026L University Archives. Please contact W\u0026L Special Collections for information regarding the University Archives.","Letter from Robert E. Lee to William McCloud Bowe dated April 18, 1863 rejecting a request for furlough from the army. The letter was likely dictated but is signed by Lee.","Letter from Robert E. Lee to Edward Turner about the death of Col. J. A. Washington (John Augustine Washington) at Valley River, dated 14 September 14, 1861","In Special Order 56, Army of Northern Virginia, which is dated Feb 27, 1864, Lee decrees the end of Lieutenant Granville Gray's career stating that he is now living in the lunatic asylum in Staunton, Va. The document was written in Staunton. It is signed by Walter H. Taylor.","Robert E. Lee's last order as commander of the Army of Northern Virginia.  This copy is written and signed by Lee.","In this letter Robert E. Lee writes to the Board of Trustess of Washington College accepting the presidency of the institution.","This letter contains information about the furniture that Charles Marshall is purchasing for Lee in Baltimore.","In this letter Lee writes to Rathmell Wilson in Philadelphia that the Washington College Board of Trustees has elected to let him purchase books for the institution.","In this letter written from Sweet Springs Robert E. Lee writies that due to his health he won't be returning to the college right away.  He asks all the faculty to help the students prepare for classes.  A transcription is housed with this letter.","In this letter Lee gives a prospective student advice on the choosing which state institution of higher to attend.","In this letter Lee writes to Campbell, who had recently been asked to be Superintent of the Rockbridge County Schools, that he does not think accepting this position would greatly impact his duties at Washington College.","This document is Robert E. Lee's signed Oath of office as President of Washington College.  It is signed William White.","Written excuse by Robert E. Lee for William H. Kinckle to go to church on Good Friday and miss his recitation as a result.","In this letter Robert E. Lee talks his wife's health and making trips to Hot Springs and Warm Springs.  He also mentions his two daughters Agnes and Mildred.  He makes mentions of rumors that George Washington Custis Lee recently got engaged.","This order by Adjutant General and Inspector General of the Confederate Army, Samuel Cooper, raises Robert E. Lee to General in Chief of the Armies of the Confederacy.","In this letter Robert E. Lee writes to the students about the effects of their disruptive behavior on the town and asks them to minimize that behavior during the upcoming April Fools Day parade.  A transcription of the letter is housed with the original item.","In this letter Lee thanks Walter H. Galt, who established Galt Jewelers in Washington, DC, for a color photograph of George Washington Parke Custis.","This letter from Robert E. Lee to Stilson Hutchins, founder of the Washington Post, thanks him for copies of the St. Louis Times, which contained an article on Washington College.","Letter from Frank A. Waddill, Class of 1870, to the faculty requesting permission for five days off from school.  Note on the back of the board to which the letter is glued: 'Frank A. Waddill was a classmate (roomate?) of Wilmer H. Shields at Washington College (and then Washington and Lee University)...'","In this letter Lee writes to Blair Robertson returning the pet chicken, which was originally a gift from Robertson, to its orginal owner for safe keeping.  Lee feels that harm may come to the chicken as the military is moving camp.","Leaf from first Washington College catalogue, which was printed before Lee was official invested as college president in October 1865.  He is listed as the President and a Professor of Mental and Moral Science, Lee but never actually taught at the college.","In this letter Mary Custis Lee writes to an unknown correspondentabout her ailments, travel, General Grant's movements through VA, and inflation.  The letter was written from Richmond in 1864.","This photograph is of Robert E. Lee with his floppy tie. The inscription on back says 'for my young friend John Opie from Mary Custis Lee'.","Lee writes to Louisa upon the death of her father, John Augustine Washington, who was killed in battle during the American Civil War.","In this letter Robert E. Lee writes to Louisa about the last letter ever written by her father John Augustine Washington.","In this letter Robert E. Lee asks Louise when he can see her and invites her to visit his military camp.","In this letter Lee writes to Louisa about arrangements for the family to received her father's (John Augustine Washington) personal papers. He notes that John was the last proprietor of Mount Vernon of the family of Washington.","In this letter Lee writes to Louisa about her cousin Charles Alexander who was taken by the Union military as a prisoner of war.  He writes that he has made a request for Alexander's release.","In this letter Lee writes to Louisa about suggestions for what to inscribe on her father's (John Augustine Washington) tombstone.","This document is Robert E. Lee's last will and testament.  There is also a note on back of will from November 7, 1870.","Three (3) copies of handbill/broadside 'Funeral Obsequies. October 15, 1870.' for funeral of Robert E. Lee.","Includes a letter and a portrait of Julia Gratiot, R.E. Lee's niece and wife of General Charles Gratiot.","This letter included a carte de viite photograph from Lee to J. D. Driesbach's son. The photograph was removed to the Robert E. Lee photographs box.\nThe year of the letter was originally mis-identified as 1866 and it is physically located in the box that includes letters written in October 1866.","Included in this folder are two copies of Robert E. Lee's will. One copy is a photograph of the original will. The other copy is a published transcription and facsimile of the will, created by Washington and Lee University in 1928.","This contract details the agreement between the Washington College Survey Board and the renowned topographical surveyor Jedadiah Hotchkiss. It is a contract for Hotchkiss to perform various surveys on behalf of the Board of Survey to expand the college's map resources. The five year contract stipulates assorted restrictions on Hotchkiss's rights to the maps. It is signed by R.E. Lee on behalf of the Board of Survey.","Notations are in Lee's hand","West Point cadet Putnam writes to his father regarding his  his first semester at the academy. He mentions a number of officers including West Point Superintendent Robert E. Lee.","W.N. Pendleton writes to Lee upon learning of his election to the Presidency of Washington College. Pendleton writes \"chiefly as a resident of Lexington for the last ten or twelve years, and an observer of the college this wile [sic] to give you my impressions respecting the locality, Institution, etc.\"","Two letters are included, one from William MacFarland to Robert E. Lee and one from Reverdy Johnson to William MacFarland. MacFarland referenced the Johnson letter in his own letter to Lee and included it in the envelope.","A Letter of reference from Alabama Supreme Court Justice John D. Phelan and Benjamin H. Porter is included with the letter.","Ralph Lete wrote to Robert E. Lee on February 1, 1866 from Ironton, Ohio. He wrote to express his admiration for Lee, as well as to request a course catalog of Washington College for his son to potentially attend the school.","In this letter, Jones Bros. \u0026 Co. Subscription Book Publishers of Philadelphia, PA wrote a business letter to Robert E. Lee on February 2, 1866. In the letter, the company attempts to solicit their services to publish Lee's current writings on his Civil War Campaigns.","This letter was written by J. Temple of Richmond, Virginia to Robert E. Lee on February 2, 1866. In the letter, Temple requests that Lee send him a number of circulars on Washington College for those in the area of Richmond who are interested in attending.","This letter was written by J. B. Williams of Enfield, North Carolina to Robert E. Lee. He wrote to request a set of course catalogs for Washington College, and explains that he is recommending the school to his students.","This letter was written by W. W. Anderson of Bethany, West Virginia on February 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Anderson explains his dissatisfaction with the state of Bethany College. He requests that Lee, upon evaluation, accept himself and a dozen other Bethany College students into Washington College.","This letter was written by Robert H. Patterson of Abingdon, Virginia on February 3, 1866. Patterson wrote to request Lee send to him a catalog of Washington College as well as the Law School.","This letter was written by Joseph Finnegan of Fenandina, Florida on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Finnegan explains to Lee that his friend, Captain Taylor, had recently passed away. He goes on to explain that Captain Taylor's two son's were currently attending Washington College. Finnegan continues to explain that the sons of Taylor are likely undisciplined due to their lack of quality education in their formative years. He requests that Lee offer them additional guidance in their situation.","This letter was written by Captain William Parker Snow of Nyack, New York on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Snow explains his intense admiration for Lee and his leadership. He explains that he is in the process of authoring a monograph on the subject of southern generals during the Civil War. He goes on to express his patriotism for the United States in its current form and his admiration of Lee's willingness to fight for what he believed in.","This letter was written by C. B. Richardson of New York, NY on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Richardson expresses his company's interest in Lee's experiences, and mentions an included copy of a book on the \"Army of the Potomac\" for Lee to examine. Richardson also requests a photograph of General Pendleton be sent with Lee's response.","This letter was written by M. Taylor on February 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Taylor explains to Lee that a catalog previously requested of Lee did not arrive with its accompanying letter. Taylor goes on to explain that he sent his sons to Washington College without first knowing the requirements due to the missing catalog.","This letter was written by H. B. Magruder of Greensboro, Alabama on February 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written on behalf of the Southern University's branch of the Clariosophic Society to Lee, extending to him honorary membership based upon the merit of his actions during the Civil War.","This letter was written on behalf of the Virginia Railroad Company in Richmond, Virginia on February 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter was written to Lee to inform him of a bill advocating the railroad's repair and to continue his support of the reconstruction of Virginia's infrastructure. The letter includes the bill itself, a printed prospectus, and assorted newspaper clippings referencing the project.","This letter was written by R. L. Dabney to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Dabney relayed that Lee's previous letter had been delivered to  him safely. He goes on to thank Lee for his advice and describes ways in which he applied it.","This letter was written by George J. Stewart of Madison Station, Virginia on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Stewart explains that he intends to apply to and attend Washington College for the coming semester. He also explains that he very much desired to attend the school where Lee was president, which led to a mistaken application to Virginia Military Institute where he initially believed Lee was president.","This letter was written by Sam Beach Jones of Bridgeton, New Jersey on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Jones relays that he his sending in tandem a copy of General Patterson's publication, which he would like Lee to look over and potentially give his permission to use Lee's name within.","This letter was written by Charles Marshall on February 5, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Marshall relays to Lee that his previous letter had been received, and that he is heeding Lee's advice as best he can.","This letter was written by Rathwell Wilson in Philidelphia, Pennsylvania on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Wilson explains that he has recently inherited of a scientific library of books from his late brother, Thomas B. Wilson. He expresses his desire to donate a large portion it to various southern institutions of higher learning. He goes on to express his desire for Washington College to be one of the institutions to benefit from his donation. Included in the letter is a list of various monographs which Wilson sent to Washington College. Each title includes the number of volumes which were donated.","This letter was written by Major C. H. Woodward of Rockbridge Baths, Virginia on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Woodward requests a loan from Lee, which he promises to repay in short order.","This letter was written by J. W. Francis on February 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Francis explains to Lee that he has in his possession two documents that were taken from Lee's Arlington house during the Civil War by the army stationed on the Potomac. The documents mentioned include a deed dated 1632 and a work on the \"Anti-Christian Conspiracy.\" Francis expresses his desire to return these items to Lee's possession at his earliest convenience.","This letter was written by Samuel H. Anderson from Georgetown College in Washington, DC on February 8, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Anderson explains in the letter that the Philodemic Society of Georgetown College had elected to make Lee an honorary member.","This letter was written by a representative of Lancaster \u0026 Co from Richmond, Virginia on February 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company is informing Lee of a check from the treasurer of Ohio made out to Lee for $105 accrued in interest on bonds.","This letter was written by George Washignton Garmany from Savannah, Georgia on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Garmany wrote the letter as a recommendation for John B. Mays, a potential student of Washington College.","This letter was written by Charles O. DeLahoussaye in New Orleans, Louisiana on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, DeLahoussaye writes requesting that Lee send a catalog for Virginia Military Institute, as he desires to send his nephew to atttend school. DeLahoussaye potentially erroneously ascertained that Lee was the president of VMI.","This letter was written by M. A. Gibbs from Vicksburg, Mississippi on February 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. He requests in the letter that Lee admit his son into Washington College.","This letter was written by Sam Tyler from Frederick City, Maryland on February 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Tyler informs Lee that Prof. Baer intends to have a collection of minerals identified and labeled within several months for the use of Washington College.","This letter was written by L. Davis from Prospect Hill, Georgia on February 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Davis relays to Lee that he had heard a speech on history recounting the evacuation of Richmond by Jefferson Davis, and transcribed a section he believed would be of interest to Lee, which is also included with the letter.","This letter was written by W. M. Black from Lynchburg, Virginia on February 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Black explains to Lee that a package has been recovered at his Southern Express Company office that contains cash addressed to Lee. He requests that Lee respond with instructions on what to do with the package.","This letter was written by John Raglan Glascock from the University of Virginia on February 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Glascock requests that a catalog or circular for Washington College be forwarded to him at the request of a friend from California interested in attending.","This letter was written by J. B. Heck on February 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter acts as a bill and statement of service to Washington College. Heck states the materials needed and the requested services for building shelving for the Washington College Library.","This letter was written by J. P. Branch from Augusta, Georgia on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Branch expresses his admiration for Lee and requests an autograph be sent to him.","This letter was written by L. Jervey from Charleston, South Carolina on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Jervey informed Lee of a bulk of cotton in his possession that he wishes to give to Lee. He goes on to praise him for his character and actions during the war.","This letter was written by A. B. Robertson from New Wartrace, Tennessee on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Robertson requests Lee to send him a circular on Washington College. He goes on to explain his motivations in doing so.","This letter was written by Mrs. E. F. Farrar and Annie De Moss from Vicksburg, Mississippi on February 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The two women write that their letter includes a check for $536 intended for Stonewall Jackson's widow and child, and request that Lee forward it at his convenience. The letter continues and expresses the pain that is felt by them in defeat after the war's end, and describe the nature with which life continues in the south. They express their admiration for both Jackson and Lee, and describe the reverence with which their names are held in their households.","This letter was written by A. S. Buford from Richmond, Virginia on February 16, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Buford writes from Richmond as president of the Richmond \u0026 Danville Rail Road, and presents to Lee tickets for use on the railroad. He concludes by requesting an autograph from Lee.","This letter was written by William P. Marlin on February 16, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Marlin writes to request that Lee send to his address a circular for Washington College for his son, a prospective student.","This letter was written by Burk, Herbert \u0026 Co. from Alexandria, Virginia on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company is writing to inform Lee that $25 have been added to the account of Sydney Smith Lee.","This letter was written by J. Warner from Washington, D.C. on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Warner writes to Lee to inform that he had come across an individual in Philadelphia in possession of a scrapbook of material relating to the Washington family. Warner requests that Lee relay any knowledge which could be used to return the scrapbook to its rightful owner.","This letter was written by George, Count Joannes from New York City on February 17, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, he expresses his admiration of Lee and his displeasure with the established concepts of Reconstruction and of the \"radical cloud\" rising from Congress. He makes mention of his public letters which have been published in the New York News. He goes on to say that when he next visits Virginia that he will donate to Washington College a portion of his profits.","This letter was written by N. B. Feagin from Midway, Alabama on February 18, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Fiegan requests Lee send to him a Washington College circular due to his interest in attending.","This letter was written by M. S. Clarke from Louisville, Kentucky on February 19, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Clarke requsts a set of catalogs for himself and several other young men in his area, as they are interesting in attending Washington College.","This letter was written by Henry B. Dawson from Morrisania, New York on February 18, 1866. In the letter, Dawson expresses his interest in Lee's efforts to publish his father's memoirs. Dawson offers his assistance as an historian, and includes a segment of The Historical Magazine highlighting his past historical work.","This letter was written by C. R. Hubbard from Montgomery, Alabama on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hubbard asks Lee to send to him a catalogue of classes at Washington College, as well to write back any information that would ensure his admission to the college.","This letter was written by Frank Magruder from Goshen, Kentucky on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Magruder requests that Lee send to him a circular for Washington College, as his son is interested in attending the school.","This letter was written by D. S. Mulee from Fort Pulaski, Georgia on February 20, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Mulee writes from the fort prison, vouching for the character of his friend, John M. Taylor's, sons who had been sent to attend school at Washington College.","This letter was written by Charles E. Waters from Baltimore, Maryland on February 21, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Waters describes how the ladies of Baltimore are organizing a fair to raise funds for the relief of southerners affected bt the Civil War. He requests, at the suggestion of his wife, that Lee send a set of his autographs to be sold at the fair to raise money for their cause.","This letter is written by Robert E. Lee Jr. on February 19, 1866 to his father, Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Robert E. Lee Jr. expresses to his father that he was happy to hear from him and his mother recently. He goes on to ask advice from his father regarding the mill he now operates. He explains the situation of some mechanical problems witht he mill and dam, and asks his father to provide advice on the course of action to take and how to apply the repairs effectively.","This letter was writen by J. Lawrence Saulsbury from Richmond, Virginia on February 20, 1866. Saulsbury begins the letter by expressing his admiration for Lee and his wish to meet him in person. He then transitions into encouraging Lee to allow the company he represents,  Blakeney \u0026 Co., to supply Washington College's students with sets of gold pens at the cost of $1 each.","This letter was written by W. P. Moore from Palmyra, Missouri on February 22, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Moore requests a response from Lee on the question of to whom he needed to seek the copyright of Lee's historical exploits during the war while in Missouri.","This letter was written by Laura G. Ogle from New Castle, Delaware on February 23, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is a follow up to a previous response given by Lee. Ogle expresses her gratitude for Lee's fulfillment of her reqeust of a signed photograph.","This letter was written by former CSA Staff member of General Stevenson, Major George L. Gillespie from Chatanooga, Tennessee on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Gillespie writes the letter as an introduction to two relatives of his attending Washington College, Robert N. and Thomas J. Gillespie. He vouches for their quality of character and hopes Lee will provide them with a role model.","This letter was written by Horace Sheley on behalf of the Philologic Society of Westminster College on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter extends an invitation for Lee to become and honorary member of the Philologic Society.","This letter was written by William H. Botts from Glasgow, Kentucky on February  26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Botts writes to introduce Buford Leslie to Lee and vouch for his character while he attends Washignton College.","This letter was written by William Brazelton from New Market, Tennessee on February 25, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Brazelton writes as a way to introduce J. M. Gillespie from Rhea County who attended Washington College. He also explains some events of his life, as well as the nature of young southern men.","This letter was written on behalf of the company of art-dealers Butler, Perrigo, and Way from Baltimore, Maryland on February 26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The dealers express their thanks to Lee for sending them a series of autographs they had previously requested. They inform Lee that the autographs are to be framed and sold by their dealership.","This letter was written by D. Creel from Chillicothe, Ohio on February 24, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter begins by praising Lee and making several biblical comparisons to Lee. Creel continues and begins to refer to his relation to Stonewall Jackson by marriage, and begins to recount events of Jackson's life as he viewed them up until his death during the Civil War. Creel also describes events of his own life, including raids by northern militias on his home.","This letter was written on behalf of Jones Bros. \u0026 Co. from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on February 26, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company writes to follow up on Lee's rejection of the previous offer for the company to publish his personal works. The follow up resolves with an open offer should Lee change his mind.","This letter was written on behalf of the Demosthenian Society from the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The Demosthenian Society writes to inform Lee that he has been made an honorary member based upon his reputation and actions.","This letter was written by Bishop J. Johns on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Johns writes from Theological Seminary to inform Lee of the death of \"Bishop Meade.\"","This letter was written on behalf of the Demosthenian Society of Roanoke College from Salem, Virginia on February 28, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The society writes to inform Lee that he has been elected to be an honorary member of the society.","This letter was written by the Cordes Sisters and their personal friend Mary Byrnes from Ridgevill, South Carolina on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter was sent in care of the sisters' father, Captain Theodore Cordes from Charleston, South Carolina. The letter is a follow up to a previous request of the sisters that went unanswered from December of 1865. The sisters requested some small memento from Lee, as they had great respect for him.","This letter was written by Mary G. Slaughter on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Slaughter writes to introduce Stark Arnold to Lee as the nephew of Stonewall Jackson. She vouches for his integrity and explains his situation of desiring an education without direct means. She requests that Lee assist him in gaining an education.","This letter was written by G. W. Leyburn from Big Lick, Virginia on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Leyburn makes reference to a previous conversation he and Lee had regarding the nature of education. He expands on this topic and asks a series of questions regarding education in the South and requests a written response to the questions. He explains that he wishes to have Lee's stance while Leyburn acts to acquire subscriptions for Washington College's endowment.","This letter was written by Mrs. M. B. Smith from Port Royal, Virginia on March 1, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Smith informs Lee that she wishes for her son to attend Washington College. She requests Lee for a school catalogue.","This letter was written by J. M. Handely on March 1, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Handely requests a copy of Lee's ongoing work on the history of the \"Great Rebellion.\"","This letter and attached news clippings were written by Edward A. Pollard from Norfolk, Virginia on March 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Pollard explains, in reference to a previous correspondence, that he has become aware of an individual who has published his own scholarly work on the Civil War called \"The Lost Cause\" in the newspaper The New York News and is seeking action. He sent the letter attached with two clippings from papers in which Pollard directly addresses the culprit and publicly denounces his actions of infringement.","This letter was written on behalf of the Great Southern \u0026 Western Accident \u0026 Life Insurace Company of New Orleans, Louisiana on March 2, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The company writes to inform Lee that he has been elected one of five members of the Non-Resident Board of stockholders.","This letter was written by W. S. Neal on behalf of the Jefferson Davis Society of the Stonewall Institute from Perry County, Alabama on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter explains the society's purpose and goals, while praising southern ideals. It then invites and requests Lee to become a member of the society.","This letter was written by J. Longstreet from New Orleans, Louisiana on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Longstreet writes to Lee informing him that he has inserted Lee's name as a one of the non-resident board of directors for the Great Southern and Western Life and Accident Insurance Company. He gives description of the company and its then-current assets. Included with the letter is a typed transcript.","This letter was written by J. Johns Jr. from Richmond, Virginia on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Johns writes to Lee that his letter accompanies another letter from Dr. Julius Doetsh. He explains that, upon his advice, Doetsh wishes to make a translation of Lee's work. He then vouches for Doetsh's credentials and character.","This letter was written by Dr. Julius Edmund Doetsh from Richmond, Virginia on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Doetsh introduces himself to Lee and makes an offer to translate Lee's in-progress memoirs into German for European publication. He explains that interest in Europe is high for such a publication, and explains the potential avenues for publication which he can take advantage of.","This letter was written by W. H. McGuire from Washington, DC on March 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In her letter, McGuire relays to Lee her thanks for his assistance and relaying of the news of her husband's death.","This letter was written by Thomas H. Ellis from Richmond, Virginia on March 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Ellis writes to inform Lee that the company's general assembly has voted to move forward with granting a French company an amended charter with contents that had been requested by the French company. He goes on to express his unease at working with the French, given bad relations and lack of resources following the Civil War. He then requests Lee write to him his opinions on the topics of the canal project, as well as peace relations abroad.","This letter was written by J. Speer Howarth from Delaware County, Pennsylvania on March 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Howarth requests information on Washington College pertaining to its student population and the general atmosphere of the college.","This letter was written by J. Emanuel on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Emanuel expresses interest in sending his son to Washington College and requests information on admission.","This letter was written by George Michael Branner from Knoxville, Tennessee on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Branner writes the letter as an introduction to his son Hardy Bryan Branner and his friend Rudolph Bryan. He vouches for their character, and explains that all funds for their education are accommodated.","This letter was written by E. C. Middleton from Washington, DC on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Middleton introduces his agent, E. F. Lutz of Baltimore. Middleton then explains that his previous request of an oil painting of Lee had been rejected due to a lack of one existing. Middleton explains that Lutz will take notes of Lee's complexion and then, using a recent photograph by Mathew Brady, create an oil painting which he wishes Lee to sign.","This letter was written by John W. Lapsley from Shelby County, Alabama on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. He writes to Lee introducing his son, John B. Lapsley who is attending Washington College. He goes into deep detail about his son's mannerisms and behavior, expressing hope that Lee's leadership will help to mold him appropriately.","This letter was written by Benjamin B. Stith from Bewleyville, Kentucky on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Stith writes that he wishes to send his son to a military academy, believing Lee to be the president of VMI. He asks Lee to send him information and his favor in accepting his son into the school.","This letter was written by Thomas E. McNeill from Lynchburg, Virginia on March 8, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. McNeill writes to share with Lee the mission of the newly-formed Virginia Mining and Manufacturing Bureau. He asks Lee for his support and includes an attached circular pertaining to the organization.","This letter was written by William W. Early from Hyattsville, Maryland on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Early requests from Lee a catalogue of classes for Washington College.","This letter was written by N. S. Ray from Lebanon, Kentucky on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Ray asks in the letter for a catalogue of studies, as well as general information for Washington College. Ray explains that his son wishes to transfer from Centre College in Kentucky to Washington College.","This letter was written by William Hunter from Savannah, Georgia on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hunter writes to Lee informing him that his three sons wish to attend Washington College. He describes the natures of his sons as well as their academic potential.","Ths letter was written by E. L. Hadden from New York City on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hadden writes to Lee informing him that he is returning to Lee a series of items recovered from the occupation of Arlington House at the onset of the Civil War.","This letter was written by J. L. Hocker on behalf of the Periclean Society of the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written to inform Lee that he has been elected as an honorary member of the society.","This letter was written by C. Newton from Louisiana State Seminary (later Louisiana State University) on March 10, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. The letter is written to inform Lee that a society has been formed at the school named the Lee Society, and that Lee has been elected an honorary member.","This letter was written by VMI Superintendent Francis H. Smith on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Smith writes to inform Lee that a new VMI cadet, William F. Dancey, believes that the damage to VMI has resulted in the institution being unable to perform its purpose. He relays Dancey's desire to instead enroll in Washington College.","This letter was written by Sam Barnett from Washington, Georgia on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Barnett writes to Lee informing him that his ward, William H. Barnett, wishes to attended Washington College.","This letter was written by Rathmell Wilson from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Wilson writes the letter as a follow up to his previous correspondence with Lee regarding the donation of Thomas B. Wilson's library to Washington College. Wilson inquires whether the boxes of books arrived as planned. He also indicates that he wishes to donate further books in his possession to Washington College on the stipulation that the donated books be cared for, retain Thomas Wilson's book plate, and be called \"the Wilson contribution to the Library of Washington College.\" Wilson additionally indicates that he has included a copy of Thomas Wilson's memoir in the donation.","This letter was written by J. Marshall Dent from Maryland Agricultural College on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Dent explains to Lee that the classes at Maryland Agricultural College are to be suspended by March 25. He requests information on Washington College and inquires of the possibility of enrolling late in the term.","This letter was written by C. G. Freuman from Eminence, Kentucky on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Freuman requests that Lee send him a catalog for the \"military institute\" which Lee is head of, mistakenly assuming Lee is the head of Virginia Military Institute also in Lexington, VA.","This letter was written by William H. Kinnon from Tangipaho Station, Lousiana on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Kinnon writes to request information on costs of attendance for the sons of his five sisters.","This letter was written by C. B. Richardson from New York City on March 13, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Richardson thanks Lee for his previous correspondence and expresses interest in sending Lee a series of documents and books to assist him.","This letter was written by S. D. Stuart from Baltimore, Maryland on March 14, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Stuart writes on behalf of Mrs. James Robb, asking for a likeness of Lee, whom she greatly admires.","This letter was written by George William Green from Shieldfield , Newcastle on Tyne, England.","This letter was written by W. Scott Glore from Louisville, Kentucky to Robert E. Lee. Glore offers to pay for $1000 of the publication costs of Lee's proposed book on his campaigns during the American Civil War.","This letter was written by P. T. Moore from Richmond, Virginia to Robert E. Lee. Moore explains that his friend from the British Parliament has requested an autographed photograph and he inquires about a potential faculty position in Agriculture or Geology at Washington College for Dr. Thomas Antisell.","This letter was written by American educator Emma Willard on March 15, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Willard introduces herself and explains that she is a writer of history and has followed Lee's career through the war. She expresses her wish to establish contact with various generals, including Lee, to record their views of experiences for an upcoming school history book on the topic.","This letter to R. E. Lee was written by S. S. Scranton and J. B. Burr from the American Publishing Company of Hartford, Connecticut. They write to inquire on Lee's status in writing his history of the war, and continue to express interest in negotiating a publishing contract.","This letter informs Robert E. Lee of his honorary membership to the Jackson Society, a literary society at the College of William and Mary. This was written by J. A. G. Williamson, the secretary of the society.  The reverse shows that Robert E. Lee answered the letter on March 23rd, 1866.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Meade Woodson of Fincastle, Botetourt County, VA. Woodson writes to Lee on behalf of a Ms. Hamilton who is considering sending her two sons to the institution. She wonders if there will military training at Washington College and if there's boarding for students available with Christian professors.","This is a letter from William C. Folkes to Robert E. Lee. He has sent a list of Battle Reports from the Confederate States of America (CSA). Along with the letter is a yellow piece of paper listing the battles recognized by the CSA.","This letter was sent to Robert E. Lee from \"Fanny\" Bain, a corresponding secretary of the Eunomian Literary Society at the Masonic College at La Grange, KY. The society offers Lee honorary membership if he would send a letter of acceptance and make a contribution to the Literary Gems paper.","This letter was written by Thomas Munford for Robert E. Lee. Having learned that R. E. Lee is planning to write a war memoir, Munford writes to Lee to correct information within the offical Confederate report of the cavalry battle at Aldie, Virginia in 1863.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Reverend Abner Johnson Leavenworth, writing as secretary of the Teachers' Association of Virginia. He asks Lee to address the organization's anniversary meeting in July 1866 about acceptance and education of Virginia's formerly enslaved people. Lee noted on the reverse of the Letter that he declined the invitation to speak.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Charles W. Cole. Originally this letter was given to Lee with two books, \"Rollin's Belles Lettres\" and \"The Letters of Cicero\" that came from his home in Arlington. This letter is an explanation for how Cole obtained them and why he is giving them back.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from John W. Fiwell. Fiwell asks for a circular of Washington College. Fiwell also mentions he is a wounded soldier from Company A of the Fourth Virginia Cavalry.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from R. G. Williams. In this letter he reminds Lee about a hat he agreed to last December. This letter came with the hat when it was finally finished in March of 1866.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Edward Long Hedden. Hedden tells Lee he has received the engraving of Washington and gives his thanks.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from S. J. Henderson. Henderson and Judge Charles Lewis McConnell have heard Lee plans to write a book on the American Civil War. Henderson and McConnell ask to have publishing agency in Kentucky for Lee's book.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from the book publisher Sargent, Wilson and Hinkle. This letter asks Lee for his approval of McGuffey Eclectic Readers books on the American Civil War.","Wilmer McLean asks Lee if he would visit Appomattox (Va.) to have a photograph of him taken in the room where he surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from Ellen Reily. She asks Lee if he could include her husband in his book on the American Civil War. She includes newspaper clippings, orders, and letters by and about her husband Colonel James Reily.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Elizabeth (referred to as Lizzie in the letter) Hull. She asks for information about Washington College for her adopted child.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Algernon Sidney Vigus. Vigus explains that he has acquired Lee family letters removed from the Lee family home at Arlington during the Civil War and that he'd like to return them. Vigus asks to keep one of the letters, to a Custis family member from London in 1728. Vigus ultimately returned the correspondence and Lee honored Vigus' request for the 1728 letter.","McLeavy, a third-year student of Soule University in Texas, wishes to attend Washington College for his fourth year. He also mentions his career in the Confederate Army and some of the classes he has completed at Soule.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Hezekiah George David (H. G. D.) Brown. Brown wishes to send his son to Washington College. He states that his son served in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War and was paroled in Alabama.","Charles Wesley Andrews, an Episcopal minister and acquaintance of Lee, shares that his wife Sarah died in 1863 and includes other family matters. He also requests two autographed photographs of Lee. Andrews includes with the letter a pamphlet that he recently published.","This letter accompanied a report by Brown of the Coal River Navigation Company which he hopes will take interest in minerals found in Virginia.","This letter to Robert E. Lee is from Benjamin S. Elliott. Elliott wishes to give Lee a colt sired by horse \"Patrick Henry\". Included with this letter is a carte de visite photograph of the \"Patrick Henry\".","Reverend Robert S. Clark asks for the rights to sell Lee's proposed history of the American Civil War throughout Mississippi. The letter includes five signatures of references for Reverend Clark - some of whom identify themselves as former Confederate soldiers and one, George Paul Turner, the editor of the \"National Star\" newspaper of Mississippi.","Hope, a real estate lawyer in Virginia, wishes to assist Lee in recovering his Arlington estate. He includes a newspaper annnouncing that Union soldiers killed at numnerous wartime battlefields would be reinterred at Arlington and that a memorial would be placed there in their honor.","Richardson plans to donate $1,000 in books to the library of Washington College. He also says he will publish Lee's father's memoir once the family portraits arrive for engraving.","Phtographer Alexander Gardner plans to send Lee photographs that are on hand in his studio at that include his company's imprint. He also plans to print and mount one-hundred photographs without his imprint, per Lee's request.","Lemuel Parker Conner of Natchez, Mississippi,  writes a letter of introduction to Robert E. Lee for his nephew William C. Conner, a new student at Washington College.","John O. Sullivan of Lincoln County, Tennessee requests catalogues of Washington College for some of his students who wish to attend.","S. P. Cunningham of Kentucky wants to obtain Washington College catalogues for Fairview Academy students wanting to attend.","The Washington College benefactor Warren Newcomb explains his Colonial era Massachusetts ancestry and requests a photograph of Lee.","William Andrew Quarles wishes to send his son to Washington College and asks for a catalog. He notes that his son in Canada and was formerly a lieutenant in the Confederate Army.","Walton has been informed by Carter James Harris, professor of Latin at Washington College, that Lee had taken offense to rumors published by Walton. Walton writes to Lee as an apology for any misunderstandings.","This letter mention from James Caskie mentions items pruchased for the Lee family in Richmond, daughters Agnes and Mildred and son W.H.F. Lee are mentioned. There is account information on Lee's account with Caskie on the reverse of the letter. Caskie reports he is glad to hear that the vase and chair that he has sent are cherished. Caskie also informs Lee that he received 2 dozen photographs of Lee from Richmond photographer Julian Vannerson but that Vannerson would not accept payment for the images.","Smith writes to Lee to inquire about Washington College's plans to introduce a program for engineering.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from E. H. Campbell, secretary for the Charles Town (W.Va.)Christian Association. Campbell informs Lee that he has been made an honorary member.","Clara Banks of Liverpool, England writes to Robert E. Lee requesting asking an autograph.","Daniel Moreau Barringer of Raleigh, North Carolina, wishes to send his son Lewin to Washington College and is asking for a catalogue.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from J. L. Greer who wishes to send his brother to Washington College for his junior year. He asks for a catalogue so his brother can properly prepare.","Oden Bowie, Governor of Maryland, asks Lee to send a catalogue for an aquaintance interested in Washington College.","James Woods Smith plans to attend Washington College and asks for a catalogue and additional information.","Rosan wishes to attend Washington College and requests a circular of the school.","This letter is from Elizabeth S. Myrick writing as \"Mrs. S. P. Myrick\". Elizabeth wishes to send her son, James to Washington College and asks for a circular and admission requirements. She explains that her son left school at fifteen to serve in the Civil War and fears his age and limited schooling before the war may hinder his opportunity to attend the school.","Barling wishes for his nephew to attend Washington College and asks for a circular. He explains that his nephew lived in Georgia until late in the war and is currently an exemplary student at his new school in Troy, New York.","John Reynolds Winston inquires if Lee is writing a history of the American Civil War urging him to do so, if not.","Matthews explains that he left school during the Civil War to serve in the Confederate Army. He now wishes to attend Washington College and requests a circular and admission requirements.","Mayer requests information on Washington College as he wishes to send his son to the school.","James A. Mitchell is interested in attending Washington College and would like catalogues sent for him and other potential students from Edmonton, Kentucky.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from John Hough James. James writes Lee regarding Washington College's  subscription to the Urbana Union (Ohio) newspaper.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from George Lyttleton Peyton. Peyton invites Lee to visit the Virginia Hotel in Staunton, Virginia.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from S. S. Louisa Cochrane. Cochrane hopes to send her son William G. \"Gilly\" Cochrane to Washington College and requests a catalogue or circular.","This letter is addressed to Robert E. Lee from Dominick James Dillon.Dillon wishes to send his son to Washington College and is awaiting an academic catalogue from the school.","This letter to Robert E. Lee comes from Benjamin S. Elliott. Elliott informs Lee that he fullfilled a favor that Lee requested in a previous letter. Although Lee did not accept Elliott's previous offer of a colt - sired by the horse \"Patrick Henry\", Elliott is negotiating that a two-year-old colt to be given to Lee. This letter also contains its original envelope.","The note explains a parcel of books from Algernon Sidney Vigus to Robert E. Lee that Vigus had removed from the Lee family's library at \"Arlington House\" during the American Civil War.","Jenifer, formerly of the 8th Virginia Cavalry during the Civil War, announces that he has retired from cavalry service and is running a business, \"Jenifer and Brother\" of Baltimore, Maryland. He offers his services and merchandise to Lee.  Included with this letter is an advertisement for Jenifer's business.","Netterville wishes to attend Washington College in the fall of 1866 and would like a catalogue.","Breckinridge introduces to Robert E. Lee three brothers, William, James, and Edward Carson, who are attending or en route to Washington College from Louisiana and asks that Lee be attentive to their well being. He also mentions Lee's proposed book on the Civil War campaigns of Virginia but that while he has no reports he'd be happy to write about any actions of which he had a part.","This letter by S. G. Landes is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Landes requests an autograph of Lee and mentions he's a native of Rockbridge and Augusta counties of Virginia.","This letter by the Strobridge Lithography Company is addressed to Robert E. Lee and references their lithographs of Robert E. Lee and that fire had destroyed its Cincinnati studio, including a Lee portrait. They share that a third Lee lithograph is in process as well as a portrait of Stonewall Jackson.","This letter by F. Bullwinkle is for Robert E. Lee. Bullwinkle wishes to get a mathematical education from Washington College and would like a catalogue.","This letter by members of the Stonewall Literary Society is for Robert E. Lee. The society writes to Lee that they have decided to make him an honorary member for his actions during the Siege of Petersburg, Virginia during the American Civil War.","This letter by Richard Pennefather Rothwell is to Robert E. Lee. Rothwell has heard that Washington College is increasing its staff and he offers his services as a professor of mining, metallurgy, mineralogy, or geology.","This letter by Robert Vinkler Richardson is for Robert E. Lee. Richardson is trying to establish foreign investment in the southern American cotton industry. His letter is written on a circular  sent out to different cotton planters.","This letter by Thomas Roberts Slicer is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Slicer, the son of Lee's friend Henry Slicer, inquires about a position to teach elocution at Washington College.","This letter by Daniel F. Wright is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Wright asks for a circular of Washington College to give a potential student he knows. He also mentions that he was a surgeon in Archer's Brigade during the American Civil War.","This letter by James Cleland is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Cleland, a plumber and gas-fitter in Lynchburg, offers his services to Washington College to install a gas system. Included with this letter is a pamphlet from the Automatic Gas Company of Baltimore advertising their product.","This letter by J. C. Parks is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Parks asks Lee if he and \"Mr. Frazier\" may be the publishers of Lee's proposed American Civil War. As part of theri proposal, they would liberally compensate Lee and offer half of the profits to widows and orphans of fallen Confederate soldiers. They list Casper Bell, John Bullock Clark, and John Heagan as references.","This letter by Warren S. Barlow is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Barlow writes that Lee's lithograph portrait by Elijah C. Middleton has been completed and he'll send it by express Lee via \"Mr. Lutz\".","This letter by Simon Bolivar Buckner is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Buckner introduces a student of Washington College he knows, J. Esten Cooke, Jr. Buckner also tells Lee that he is currently in New Orleans working as an editor for a paper.","This letter by Charles B. Richardson is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Enclosed with this letter was a map of the Army of the Potomac that Lee requested, as well as John Beauchamp Jones' \"A Rebel War Clerk's Diary\". Along with this package, Richardson updates Lee on the publishing of Henry Lee III's memoirs. Richardson also tells Lee that he is facing financial setbacks but they shouldn't hinder his business.","This letter by Ancrum B. Burr is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She wishes for her son, Edward Johnston, to attend Washington College and would like a circular. Burr also says that Edward's father may have graduated from the United States Military Academy around the same time as Lee, but that he died in the Mexican-American War.","This letter by John Mimms and Edwin O'Brien is addressed to Robert E. Lee. They say that several students in their town wish to attend Washington College and would like a catalogue.","This letter by members of the Richmond Light Infantry Blues is addressed to Robert E. Lee. The militia group is celebrating its seventy-third anniversary on May 10, 1866 and invites Lee to attend.","This letter by Houston Rucker is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Rucker writes that he would like a circular and information on Washington College for a friend's son.","This letter by Seaton Gales is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Gales, an editor of the Raleigh Sentinel (N.C.) newspaper, offers to help identify a publisher for Lee's proposed book on the American Civil War. Gales included a copy of the Raleigh Sentinel with the letter. At the end of the letter Gales notes that he was an Assistant Adjutant General under General Stephen Dodson Ramseur","This letter by George Dawes Appleton is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dawes writes that he wants to admit his son to Washington College and would like information about attending.","Adkisson, who had attended Dolbear Commercial College in New Orleans, La., inquires about continuing his education at Washington College and offers a plan for how he may be able to afford it. He notes that he served in a Texas Brigade during the American Civil War.","This letter by James F. Dumble is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dumble wants to send his son, Edwiw, to Washington College and would like to know the terms of entering. He also asks if his son can board with a family.","This letter by Reverend William Norvell Ward is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Ward asks if Lee would like a photographic copy of a painting Stratford Hall, the Lee ancestral home in Virginia, by Mattie Ward, his daughter.","This letter by J. F. Heun is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Heun asks Lee for an autographed wartime document.","This letter by W. H. Nettleton is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Nettleton, an Englishman having traveled the county over the past year, writes that he would like a hand-written line or two from Lee as a souvenir of this trip.","This letter by Josiah Warren is addressed to Robert E. Lee. This letter accompanied a book Warren gifted to Lee.","This letter by Horatio Richardson Moore is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Moore asks permission for acquaintances in New Orleans to use Lee's name in their company.","This letter by William T. Somervell is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Somervell wishes to attend Washington College and asks for a circular, terms, and regulations for applying.","This letter by Mansfield Lovell is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Having heard that Lee is writing a history of the American Civil War, Lovell offers a list of documents from Confederate officers in his possession for Lee's review. Mansfield notes documents taken by the Joint Congressional Committee on the affairs of the Confederate Naval Department and correspondence between the Confederate War Department and General Lafayette McLaws concerning the surrender of New Orleans, Louisiana to Union forces.","This letter by Robert Lewis Dabney is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dabney writes that an advertisement of his Stonewall Jackson biography gives credit of Lee's review and revisions to the publisher instead. He explains to Lee that the publisher decided to do this, not him.","This letter by Lizzie C. Hull is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She acknowledges that her son cannot attend Washington College and offers her well wishes to the Lee.","This letter by Jeannette Ritchie Hadermann Walworth is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She requests a lock of Lee's hair for her nephew who is also named Lee in honor of him.","Jubal Early recounts his participation in battles of the American Civil War and describes his experience living in Mexico since the Confederate surrender and  his planned move to Canada.","The original envelope is included with this letter.","This letter by Aaron Howell Pierson Sr. is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Pierson wishes to send his son to Washington College but does not know the requirements. Pierson worries that because of his son's service in the American Civil War, he may be too far behind his studies to attend.","This letter by James Dabney McCabe is addressed to Robert E. Lee. McCabe asks permission to write about Lee's actions during the American Civil War. He includes that as an ex-cadet of Virginia Military Institue, he published \"A Life of Lieut. Gen. T. J. Jackson\" during the war.","This letter by R. Thompson is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Thompson offers to publish a British edition of Lee's planned book on the American Civil War. Lee never wrote the book.","This letter by the Reverend Samuel Beach Jones is addressed to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Jones mentions locating artwork and possibly a book possibly removed Arlington House during the war. The book he mentions was inscribed to Charles A. Atkinson. Jones offers to fund raise for Washington College.","This letter by John Speck LaFever is addressed to Robert E. Lee. LaFever asks for information to attend Washington College.","This letter by Dr. Wesley Emmett Gatewood is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Gatewood would like information on attending Washington College and a piece of clothing Lee wore during the American Civil War.","This letter by Augustus Machim Garber is addressed to Robert E. Lee. He writes that he has sent catalogues of Washington College to his uncle. However, his uncle would like information on fees and payment to the school. Garber also mentions sculptor William Rudolph O'Donovan and shares that the scultpor, with approval from Lee, will continue workingon a bust of Stonwall Jackson.","Originally included with this letter was a photograph of O'Donovan's bust of Stonewall Jackson.","This letter by C. Williams is addressed to Robert E. Lee on behalf of the Great Southern and Western Life and Accident Insurance Company announcing a forthcoming shareholders meeting.","Sister Mary Baptista Linton invites Robert E. Lee to speak at Mount de Chental Visitation Academy.","Please note - this folder also includes related content - a copy of Lee's response to the invitation; a booklet from the one-hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the school with a quote from Robert E. Lee on the front; materials from the Georgetown Academy of the Visitation on Sister Baptista, a scan of Lee's letter to Sister Baptista, and a section of Mount de Chental's centennial booklet on its southern fund.","This folder contains two original letters from Mercer University faculty, and photographic reproductions made in 1944 from negatives taken by Michael Miley","Frederick A. P. Barnard sends Robert E. Lee an introduction and recommendation for Robert B. White, D. D. to be chair of the department of Mental and Moral Philosophy at Washington College.","Charles P. Stone offers coal to Washington College from Dover Mines, his coal mining company in Goochland, Virginia. Stone was a Union general during the American Civil War and ran the Dover Mines until 1869.","Former Confederate Cheif Medical Officer Lafayette Guild writes a letter of introduction to Robert E. Lee for William G. Cochrane, a new Washington College student. Guild mentions that he's been in contact with former Confederate general Walter H. Stevens who was in Mexico.","Burr Harrison McCown requests two catalogues of Washington College - one for him, and one for Joseph Henry in Leavenworth, Kansas.","J. B. Moore requests a catalogue of Washington College.","J. Hewett offers Robert E. Lee the position of superintendent of Natchez Institute (Mississippi).","Aaron Howell Pierson Sr. acknowledges receipt of a letter from Lee explaining that his son, Aaron Howell Pierson Jr., needs to attend preparatory school.","Lawyer James Patterson Rogers writes to Washington College president Robert E. Lee representing Lieutenant Samuel S. Mathers, a former Union soldier from West Virginia. Rogers relays that Lieutenant Mathers wished to return an original letter written by George Washington to the trustess of Washington Academy which he's taken from Washington College in 1864 during Hunter's Raid.","W. C. Park asks Robert E. Lee if Professor Maximilian Schele de Vere is teaching at Washington College.","Andrew Jackson Moses asks Robert E. Lee about attending Washington College.","J. Ditzler asks Robert E. Lee how he can contact Professor Albert Taylor Bledsoe. He also offers to lecture at Washington College and send Lee a copy of his history book.","Mrs. Joseph Jones (Caroline Wright) invites Robert E. Lee to Warren County on August 8th for the unveiling of a memorial for his daughter Anne Carter Lee.","William Greenleaf Rolfe asks Robert E. Lee for information on Washington College and Virginia Military Institute for potential students in Ashley County, Arkansas.","Mary Hardaway asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","George J. Hobday asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","William A. Rogers asks Robert E. Lee if students of Washington College may begin after the official start date of academic terms. He also asks for the address of Charles R. Jones.","Mary C. Allen asks Robert E. Lee about sending her sons to Washington College.","Albert Jefer Montgomery asks about attending Washington College. He notes that he is a veteran of the Confederate States Army.","Delaware B. Kemper shares that he is applying for professorship at Hampden-Sydney College and they have asked for his military references. He asks President Lee if he can give a reference.","W. A. Wash asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","Duff Green writes to Robert E. Lee that he plans to send his grandson, Benjamin Green Maynard, to Washington College.","Wade Hampton informs Robert E. Lee that he has gathered data from his old officers for Lee's proposed volume on the American Civil War.","J. W. Heatley asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","Waller O. Bullock asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","A. J. Frantz sends Robert E. Lee an advertisement for advertising space in the Brandon Republican newspaper Rankin County, Mississippi.","Thomas Treadwell Eaton asks Robert E. Lee if he can attend  Washington College for the Fall term of 1866. He also asks if he can secure places for friends Adelbert Smith and William H. Washington.","John T. Harrison informs Robert E. Lee that he is behind in the Latin and Greek requirements for Washington College admission and asks about preparatory schools.","George Anderson Mayse invites Robert E. Lee to Warm Springs, VA for the summer season.","Alexander McKinley inquires about entering his son into Washington College.","R. M. McClellan introduces Washington College student David L. Anderson to President Lee. He explains that Anderson is behind in Greek and suggests that he be enrolled specifically in that class.","Samuel Wethered inquires about sending his son to Washington College.","James Springfield Edwards asks for a catalogue of Washington College.","John Edward Burson requests a catalogue of Washington College. He also asks about boarding and the potential for other students from his community accompanying him to school in Lexington.","Professor Richard Sears McCulloh, writing from New York City and having consulted with architects, sends a basic floor plan, specifications, and cost estimates for the contruction of a chapel at Washington College.","Benjamin Franklin French offers resources for Lee's planned book on the history of the American Civil War.","Gabriel James Rains wishes to leave Summerville Institute to teach at Virginia Military Institute (V.M.I.). Rains mistakenly suggests that Lee is presiding over V.M.I. rather than Washington College.","Jesse Shanks inquires about sending his brother to Washington College.","William A. Brown asks Robert E. Lee for a catalogue of Washington College.","R. M. McClellan introduces admitted Washignton College student William W. Collins to Robert E. Lee and suggests that Collins should enroll in a preparatory Greek course.","W. R. Abbott announces Robert E. Lee's election to the Educational Asssociation of Virginia.","H. A. (Hampton A.) Rice asks for a catalogue or a list of expenses for attending Washington College for potential students in Macon, Ga. On the back of this letter Rice asks for a catalog to be sent to H. L. (Hampton Lea) Jarnagin Jr.","Charles A. (Charles Alfred) Welch asks when his son, Francis Welch, should come to Washington College for examination. Welch also asks if there are uniform or clothing regulations that his son must follow.","Welch asks that Lee addresses his response to \"Sohier and Welch\" of Boston, Massachussetts.","Between February 1868 and February 1870 Washington College professor and former Confederate Ordinance officer,  William Allan, had five conversations with college president Robert E. Lee which he manually recorded in this memo book which he titled \"Conversations with Gen. R. E. Lee\". Soon after each conversation, Allan described retreating to his office to record the highlights. In 1886, former Washington College Clerk of faculty and Librarian, Edward Clifford \"E.C.\" Gordon shared with Allan, by mail, a similar manuscript reminiscence of a discussion he had with Lee in 1868 on the Sharpsburg/Antietam campaign, specifically the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\". Allan transcribed Gordon's reminiscence into his memo book – with a background note. (Gordon's original reminiscence was then purportedly returned to him.) The memo book is accompanied by an informative 1886 letter from Gordon to Allan on the Lee conversations. There are also two letters regarding the gift of the memoranda book to Washington and Lee University in 1946 by Mrs. Louisa P. Allan, William Allan's daughter – in – law. Subjects of the conversations include Lee's objectives and strategy at different points during the American Civil War; Lee's decision to resign from the United States Army on April 20, 1861 including his conversations with U.S. Army General Winfield Scott; and commentary, at times critical, of Federal and Confederate generals and leaders including George McClellan, D.H. Hill, James Longstreet, Jefferson Davis, Richard Ewell, Thomas J. \"Stonewall\" Jackson, Joseph Johnston, J.E.B. Stuart, and John-Fitz Porter. Civil War battles mentioned or discussed include Antietam, Fredericksburg, Gaines Mill and the Seven Days Battles, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and the fall of the defenses at Petersburg, Va.","Robert E. Lee's copy of D.H. Hill's post Civil War magazine \"The Land We Love,\" which published an article pertaining to the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\" - an order by General Robert E. Lee directing movements of his Army of Northern Virginia during the Maryland Campaign of 1862. It was lost by an unidentified Confederate courier and found by Union soldiers and subsequently forwarded to Union General George B. McClellan. The contents of the dispatch influenced the battles of South Mountain and Antietam.","Letter from E.C.(Edward Clifford)Gordon, former Washington College Clerk of Faculty, to Col. William Allan of th eMcDonough institute in Baltimore, Md. and former mathematics professor at Washington College between 1866 and 1873 regarding an accompanying memo book in which Gordon documented a long conversation he had with Robert E. Lee on February 16, 1868. A main theme of the letter is the content from the memo book regarding the story of Lee's \"Lost Dispatch\" during his Maryland Campaign of 1862. \nThe second letter  accompanied the memo book when it was given by Louisa P. Allan, Col. William Allan's daughter - in - law,  to Washington and Lee University President Francis Pendleton Gaines in 1946.","Reminiscences of Robert E. Lee including manuscripts, typescripts, newspaper clippings, and published materials by subjects with surnames begininng with letters B through J. See agents list for authors.","Reminiscences of Robert E. Lee including manuscripts, typescripts, newspaper clippings, and published materials by subjects with surnames begininng with letters K through Z. See agents list for authors.","The core of this series is comprised of letters written by members of Robert E. Lee's immediate family, though it includes letters from some more distant relatives and descendants.","Two oversize scrapbooks commemorating the life of Robert E. Lee. Both scrapbooks contain voluminous amounts of newspaper clippings, some pamphlets and published materials, manuscript and typescript documents, and printed Lee imagery. The compiler of each scrapbook is unknown.","Typescript notecards created during the 1940s with information on students who attended Washington College's undergraduate and law school during Robert E. Lee's presidency. Details included were, for the most part, limited to hometown (town, state) and current location at the time that the original information was gathered. 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