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The Civil War and its Aftermath: Diverse Perspectives
801
Texas Digital Newspaper Program
23
Rare Book and Texana Collections
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Telegraph and Texas Register
11
UNT Special Collections General Collection
8
Historical Photography Collection
3
Byrd Williams Family Photography Collection
2
From Republic to State: Debates and Documents Relating to the Annexation of Texas, 1836-1856
1
Mike Cox Newspaper Collection
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Hamilton K. Redway Family papers, 1825-1916
417
Charles B. Moore Family papers, 1832-1917
198
The David W. Fentress Family Letters, 1856-1969
150
A. D. Kennard Family Papers, 1842-1884
29
Galveston Tri-Weekly News
6
The Tri-Weekly Telegraph
5
Box 2: Underwood Diary Transcripts, 1852-1862
4
The Houston Daily Telegraph
4
The Old Flag
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[Cooke county records, 1857-1950]
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[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, August 9, 1863]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara in which tells her how often he has been receiving mail from her; troop movements and his speculation on what the Northern Army will do; how the populace is treated when the U. S. Army moves into their territory; illness among the men; his health; and seeds for his garden.
Date:
August 9, 1863
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, August 28, 1863]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara describing the toll that sickness has taken on the Confederate troops; troop movements; demoralized troops deserting and going home; his personal health; and comments on family news.
Date:
August 28, 1863
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, September 3, 1863]
Transcript of a Letter written by David Fentress to his wife Clara seeking to reassure her about his recovering health. He updates her on the sickness among the troops. He also comments on the dispirited populace and troops since the fall of Vicksburg.
Date:
September 3, 1863
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, September 4, 1863]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara telling her that Mr. J. H. Hodges would be returning home to collect clothing for his company. He gives updates on the war; his health; and the health of his fellow soldiers.
Date:
September 4, 1863
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his Aunt, July 21, 1863]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his aunt in which he catches up on family news and comments on the daughter he has not yet met. He says that he sent a prescription to his wife to help heal her facial problem. He says he told William Berry of his son's death. Then he recounts speculation on Clara Berry's association with Dr. Van Dorn. He notes that a plantation house has been turned into a hospital and that one third of his men are sick.
Date:
July 21, 1863
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his Aunt, July 21, 1863]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his aunt in which he catches up on family news and comments on the daughter he has not yet met. He says that he sent a prescription to his wife to help heal her facial problem. He says he told William Berry of his son's death. Then he recounts speculation on Clara Berry's association with Dr. Van Dorn. He notes that a plantation house has been turned into a hospital and that one third of his men are sick.
Date:
July 21, 1863
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from Unknown Author to David Fentress, July 27, 1863]
Transcript of a letter by an unidentified author to David Fentress regarding sharing federal newspapers and the banning of federal newspapers in some areas. The author passes on the news of the war including the destruction of the Federal merchantmen by the Confederate fleet. He passes along world news: Russia preparing to go to War with Europe and how that could negatively affect the Confederacy. There is also speculation on the future of the war.
Date:
July 27, 1863
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, February 10, 1864]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara which starts out with a description of his health. He recounts the his encounters with the people living near his camp; the cost of housing; eating with Captain Weir; and the cost of common goods.
Date:
February 10, 1864
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, February 19, 1864]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara regarding his trip to Houston to acquire medicine for his troops. He gives details of his trip, how much he spent, and his plans to send his wife some money. He passes on news of the war. He says that the Monitor Fleet is a failure. He also speculates on the future of the war. He gives an update on his health.
Date:
February 19, 1864
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, February 22, 1864]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara states that he handed Major Morgan money and candy for his family. Dr. Fentress gives her instructions on how to retrieve it and what debts to pay. He give an update on his health. He also has received an invitation from Colonel Groce for a "gathering."
Date:
February 22, 1864
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, February 22, 1864]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara regarding the order from Captain Weir stating that the men are to report to their captains in their respective counties. He writes of his plans to return home. He also gives an update on his health.
Date:
February 22, 1864
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to Clara, February 27, 1864]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara states that he handed Major Morgan money and candy for his family. Dr. Fentress gives her instructions on how to retrieve it and what debts to pay. He give an update on his health. He also has received an invitation from Colonel Groce for a "gathering."
Date:
February 27, 1864
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, June 19, 1864]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara that informs her that his Brigade is being sent back to Texas by detachments. He says that he will try to obtain a furlough once he reaches Houston, Texas, so that he can see her, the children, and pick up some books.
Date:
June 19, 1864
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, August 16, 1864]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara was written while he was on the march in Louisiana. He describes the troops that are gathered and speculates on the purpose of their movements. He mentions that he has been invited to dine with Captain McDavid.
Date:
August 16, 1864
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, December 21, 1864]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara telling her that he is sending food, candy, and cloth. He requests that she sew the cloth into drawers and send them back to him. He states his salary will be $110 per month. He then lists his expenses. He tells Clara he has had Yellow Fever. He requests cotton socks. He ends by regretting not being able to spend Christmas with his family.
Date:
December 21, 1864
Creator:
Fentress, David
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, August 25, 1864]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara in which he states how upset he is that he has not heard form her since June. He recounts a bad dream he had. He updates her on his effort to gain a leave of absence and a transfer. He also describes his health.
Date:
August 25, 1864
Creator:
Fentress, David
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, August 30, 1864]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara regarding the difficulties he faces applying for a transfer and/or a leave of absence. He states that he has 110 men in hospitals. Dr. Fentress's brigade is to march to Arkansas and only waits for Hardeman's Brigade to arrive. He also states that his men look forward to leaving Louisiana and moving to Arkansas.
Date:
August 30, 1864
Creator:
Fentress, David
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to Clara Fentress - December 7, 1864]
Transcript of a letter from the David Fentress to "My Dear Wife" (Clara Fentress). The letter is badly faded. It appears to inform the recipient that the writer is about to take a trip of several days. The trip may have been delayed so he can "wait until all danger is past."
Date:
December 7, 1864
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to Clara Fentress, February 26, 1865]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife, Clara Fentress requesting money to purchase a saddle as well as urging her to write him more regularly. Towards the end of the letter, he tells her that he has read that several foreign nations have begun to recognize the confederacy and he also speculates on the events of the war.
Date:
February 26, 1865
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to Clara Fentress, April 15, 1865]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, describing various aspects of his life, including gifts he has purchased for her, as well as his current living conditions. He also includes details about plants that he has seen.
Date:
April 15, 1865
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to Clara Fentress, April 25, 1865]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara describing a recent purchase he made for gifts for her and the family. He also discusses his personal finances and requests that she assist him in tailoring a uniform. He also includes his shopping list, which describes each item and it's cost.
Date:
April 25, 1865
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to Clara Fentress, May 6, 1865]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara requesting various things, including food, linens and a horse. He also discusses the lumber market and mentions being ill.
Date:
May 6, 1865
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara - May 7, 1865]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara regarding her wool, his cold, and the losses of their peach trees and grapes. He requests that she send bucket butter at the first opportunity.
Date:
May 7, 1865
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara - May 19, 1865]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara giving her a description of a tree that came down in a storm. He states that he has purchased books for the children. He also gives an update on his family's correspondence and that the bonds had not yet arrived.
Date:
May 19, 1865
Creator:
Fentress, David
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library