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Civil War Order Regarding Raid on Haymond Near Grafton (Copy)
One thermo-fax copy of a Civil War Military order, Dated June 25, 1864, and signed by Jno. H. Showalter. The order concerns a raid on the Haymond Settlement near Grafton, West Virginia.
Civil War Poll Book for Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, 84th Regiment, Company I
Poll book from the October 1864 election used to record the votes of Union soldiers currently in military service. This poll book was used by Company I, 84th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, stationed at Fort Bross near Petersburg, Virginia. The name of a "Captain Ross" belonging to this unit is written on the front cover of the poll book; this is likely John R. Ross.
Civil War Recruitment Records, Harrison County
Civil War Recruit's Account, Letter regarding Escaped Horses, Voucher, and Special Order Granting Furlough
Papers include an account of James C. Collins, Wheeling, with the United States for recruits' room and board; a letter from Gov. Pierpont concerning Collins' horses that had escaped; Voucher of Lt. W. G. Watson, 3rd Ohio Battery Lt. Arty; and Special Order, dated headquarters, Dept. of Richmond, October 8,1964 granting a furlough to a paroled prisoner.
Civil War Soldier's Letter, Menu, and Campaign Ribbon
A Civil War soldier's letter to his brother from Camp Hill, Harper's Ferry, (West) Virginia, 1863 February 28; a Christmas menu from Hill's Central Hotel, Parkersburg, West Virginia, ca. 1879; and a campaign ribbon from the West Virginia Democratic State Convention, Parkersburg, West Virginia 1892 July 27, the printing on the ribbon reads "Sweeney for State Supt. of Free Schools".
Civil War Song Sheet "Nicholas Blues"
One American Civil War song sheet entitled "Nicholas Blues". It includes text only, not the music. The text, or poem, was composed by James M. McNeill, Captain of the "Nicholas Blues". McNeill took command of the unit in May 1862, after Winston Shelton (who was not reelected). "Nicholas Blues" was the nickname for Company D, Virginia 22nd Infantry, Confederate States of America, since its membership was mustered in from the residents of Nicholas County, (West) Virginia.
Civil War Stationery, Envelope With Thirty-Five Star Flag
One envelope from the Civil War era with graphic of United States flag with 35 stars in upper left corner with caption "old glory". The 35 star flag was the official United States flag from 4 July 1863 to 4 July 1865.
Civil War Telegrams
Telegram to Col. John H. Oley, Charleston,1864, directing his to destroy "all in your front."; telegram from Col. Nathan Wilkinson, 1864, reporting on a battle at Beverly, W. Va.; and a letter to Charles F. W. Kunst from Beverly dated December 20, 1861 telling of Union troops occupying the David Goff premises, destroying Goff's papers, etc. Also several telegrams from Grafton concerning such matters as commerce and substitute hiring.
Civilian Conservation Corps, Camp Bowers, Letters by Roscoe Sigley
Six letters authored by CCC participant from Camp Bowers, Valley Head, West Virginia. Subjects includes projects and recreation at the Camp, and family matters.
Civilian Conservation Corps, Camp Diary
Diary and photographs of Willard C. Westfall of Little Otter, West Virginia, who served with the Civilian Conservation Corps at Camp P-57 at Rupert, West Virginia. The journal begins with his training at Fort Knox and ends with his discharge from the Corps; it details day to day life in the camp. Also included is a songbook, "Standard Songs, Old and New", which was used in camp.