[Letter from Maud C. Fentress to David W. Fentress, January 17, 1859] (open access)

[Letter from Maud C. Fentress to David W. Fentress, January 17, 1859]

Letter from Maud C.Fentress to her son David discussing the length of time between his letters; a dialogue about David receiving a visit from an "Uncle";Clara Fentress' recovery from illness; news of a birth; the business partnership between Doctor Neely and Coleman; the construction of a "Livary" stable and the improbability of David selling his lot; church news; the departure of Frank for La Grange; town gossip; a dialogue requesting David to write frequently; a discussion about Peters who returned with "his wife's big fortune," his purchase of slaves, and an estimation of his remaining fortune.
Date: January 17, 1859
Creator: Fentress, Maud C.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from Maud C. Fentress to David W. Fentress, January 17, 1859] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Maud C. Fentress to David W. Fentress, January 17, 1859]

Transcript of a letter from Maud C.Fentress to her son David discussing the length of time between his letters; a dialogue about David receiving a visit from an "Uncle";Clara Fentress' recovery from illness; news of a birth; the business partnership between Doctor Neely and Coleman; the construction of a "Livary" stable and the improbability of David selling his lot; church news; the departure of Frank for La Grange; town gossip; a dialogue requesting David to write frequently; a discussion about Peters who returned with "his wife's big fortune," his purchase of slaves, and an estimation of his remaining fortune.
Date: January 17, 1859
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Triplicate Warrant and Receipt, 1857] (open access)

[Triplicate Warrant and Receipt, 1857]

Triplicate warrant and receipt from Kindred Watkins, Anderson County Texas, paid to cover taxes for 1857. The document was filed March 17, 1859.
Date: March 17, 1859
Creator: Johns, Clement R.
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Sallie  Maud C. Fentress to David W. Fentress,  May 17, 1859] (open access)

[Letter from Sallie Maud C. Fentress to David W. Fentress, May 17, 1859]

Letter from Sallie Fentress to her brother David discussing news from Bolivar and it includes:town health update; news that she and Kate are not going to school; a discussion about the locusts she catches every morning; a dialogue about the weather; a discussion about David's baby and how the family wishes that David, Clara, and baby would visit; and a dialogue about handmade bonnets and clothing made by Maud, Sallie, and Kate for Clara and the baby. Letter from Maud C. Fentress to her son David Fentress discussing news from Bolivar and it includes: a discussion about Aunt Susan's letter which details the doctor's resignation of professorship and his wishes to move to Memphis; a dialogue about the financial gains of friends who moved to Memphis; news about Kate's schooling; a discussion about locusts and the weather; news and updates on family and friends; a discussion on Kate's musical and vocal abilities; a dialogue about Sallie's musical abilities; and a discussion about the people staying with David's Uncle John and Aunt Anne's trip to Corinth.
Date: May 17, 1859
Creator: Fentress, Maud C. & Fentress, Sallie
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from  Sallie Fentress and Maud C. Fentress to David W. Fentress, May 17, 1859] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Sallie Fentress and Maud C. Fentress to David W. Fentress, May 17, 1859]

Transcript of a letter from Sallie Fentress to her brother David discussing news from Bolivar and it includes:town health update; news that she and Kate are not going to school; a discussion about the locusts she catches every morning; a dialogue about the weather; a discussion about David's baby and how the family wishes that David, Clara, and baby would visit; and a dialogue about handmade bonnets and clothing made by Maud, Sallie, and Kate for Clara and the baby. Letter from Maud C. Fentress to her son David Fentress discussing news from Bolivar and it includes: a discussion about Aunt Susan's letter which details the doctor's resignation of professorship and his wishes to move to Memphis; a dialogue about the financial gains of friends who moved to Memphis; news about Kate's schooling; a discussion about locusts and the weather; news and updates on family and friends; a discussion on Kate's musical and vocal abilities; a dialogue about Sallie's musical abilities; and a discussion about the people staying with David's Uncle John and Aunt Anne's trip to Corinth.
Date: May 17, 1859
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Two Letters to Charles B. Moore] (open access)

[Two Letters to Charles B. Moore]

First letter to Charles B. Moore discusses local news, including a recent death, land, and a mill project. Second letter to Charles B. Moore from Elvira Moore about her spending and work as a teacher.
Date: 1860-01-17/1860-01-20
Creator: Moore, Elvira
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from David Fentress to Clara Fentress, July 17, 1862 ] (open access)

[Letter from David Fentress to Clara Fentress, July 17, 1862 ]

Letter from David Fentress to his wife, Clara, stating that he will be allowed ten days leave so that his uniform can be made at home; he gives information on the welfare of family and friends; and says he gets paid $20.00 monthly; he also gives news of the war including a victory over George McClellan, that Vicksburg still holds out, and the movement of Northern troops.
Date: July 17, 1862
Creator: Fentress, David
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to Clara Fentress, July 17, 1862 ] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to Clara Fentress, July 17, 1862 ]

Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife, Clara, stating that he will be allowed ten days leave so that his uniform can be made at home; he gives information on the welfare of family and friends; and says he gets paid $20.00 monthly; he also gives news of the war including a victory over George McClellan, that Vicksburg still holds out, and the movement of Northern troops.
Date: July 17, 1862
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Hamilton K. Redway, August 17, 1864] (open access)

[Letter from Hamilton K. Redway, August 17, 1864]

Redway certifies that in accordance with General Order No. 22, he sent valise containing his company books and records to Martinsburg West Virginia for storage. Redway believes that it was captured by the enemy on July 3, 1864, so Redway was unable to make out his returns.
Date: August 17, 1864
Creator: Redway, Hamilton K.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Hamilton K. Redway, August 17, 1864] (open access)

[Letter from Hamilton K. Redway, August 17, 1864]

Redway certifies that in accordance with General Order No. 22, he sent valise containing his company books and records to Martinsburg West Virginia for storage. Redway believes that it was captured by the enemy on July 3, 1864, so Redway was unable to make out his returns.
Date: August 17, 1864
Creator: Redway, Hamilton K.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from James C. Bell, August 17, 1864] (open access)

[Letter from James C. Bell, August 17, 1864]

The Paymaster General's Office has no evidence on Andrew B. Kelly.
Date: August 17, 1864
Creator: Bell, James C.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[List of needed supplies, September 17, 1864] (open access)

[List of needed supplies, September 17, 1864]

List of needed supplies of jackets, pants, drawers, shirts, blouses, socks, boots, blankets, ponchos, hats, caps, canteens, etc.
Date: September 17, 1864
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
[List of needed supplies, September 17, 1864] (open access)

[List of needed supplies, September 17, 1864]

List of needed supplies, such as jackets, pants, blouses, shirts, drawers, socks, boots, hats, caps, blankets, ponchos, tents, and canteens.
Date: September 17, 1864
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
[List of quartermaster's stores, October 7, 1864] (open access)

[List of quartermaster's stores, October 7, 1864]

List of quartermaster's stores transferred from John W. Alexander to Hamilton K. Redway at Camp Piatt, West Virginia on October 17, 1864.
Date: October 17, 1864
Creator: Alexander, John W.
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Col. R. F. Taylor, November 17, 1864] (open access)

[Letter from Col. R. F. Taylor, November 17, 1864]

An account of the casualties and those to be discharged for disability, deserters is asked to be sent to the Office by 9 O'clock on the 5th, 15th, 25th of every month.
Date: November 17, 1864
Creator: Taylor, R. F.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Capt. H. H. Boggess to Capt. H. K. Redway, February 17, 1865] (open access)

[Letter from Capt. H. H. Boggess to Capt. H. K. Redway, February 17, 1865]

Letter from Capt. H. H. Boggess to Capt. H. K. Redway, in Wheeling, West Virginia, informing him of Private B.F. carpenter's furlough to Cincinnati, Ohio. The document details that Carpenter was part of the "F" company, 1st regiment, and was part of the N. Y. Veterans Cavalry. The private's furlough to Cincinnati would last 15 days and the cost of his transportation to Cincinnati was $1.50, an amount which would be docked from his pay upon his return. The letter also states that Private Carpenter would return for duty to Camp Piatt in West Virginia. A note on the lower left side details that the private was charged on payroll for his furlough on February 28, 1865.
Date: February 17, 1865
Creator: Boggess, H. H.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Capt. H. H. Boggess to Major McPhail, February 17, 1865] (open access)

[Letter from Capt. H. H. Boggess to Major McPhail, February 17, 1865]

Letter from Capt. H. H. Boggess to Major McPhail, in Wheeling, West Virginia, informing him of Private B.F. carpenter's furlough to Cincinnati, Ohio. The document details that Carpenter was part of the "F" company, 1st regiment, and was part of the N. Y. Veterans Cavalry. The private's furlough to Cincinnati would last 15 days and the cost of his transportation to Cincinnati was $1.50, an amount which would be docked from his pay upon his return. The letter also states that Private Carpenter would return for duty to Camp Piatt in West Virginia.
Date: February 17, 1865
Creator: Boggess,. H. H.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Military pass for Ziza Moore, February 17, 1865] (open access)

[Military pass for Ziza Moore, February 17, 1865]

A military pass issued by the office of Provost Marshal in Shelbyville, Tennessee, for Ziza Moore on February 17, 1865. The order allows Moore 20 days leave.
Date: February 17, 1865
Creator: Wortham, John
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from A. E. Summers, March 17, 1865] (open access)

[Letter from A. E. Summers, March 17, 1865]

Gen. W. Sickls of the company is sick, also John G. Sitwell and William Farmer.
Date: March 17, 1865
Creator: Summers, A. E.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[List of ordnance, July 17, 1865] (open access)

[List of ordnance, July 17, 1865]

Form No. 3(A) for the transfer of ordnance received from Captain Hamilton K. Redway on July 17, 1865 in Gallipolis, Ohio. The form includes a listing of the number and kinds of equipment received, including saddles, curry brushes, halters, saddle blankets, etc.
Date: July 17, 1865
Creator: Young, W. M.
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The UNT Digital Library
[List of ordnance, July 17, 1865] (open access)

[List of ordnance, July 17, 1865]

Form for the transfer of ordnance from Captain Hamilton K. Redway to W. M. Young in Gallipois, Ohio on July 17, 1865.
Date: July 17, 1865
Creator: Young, W. M.
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Discharge of Hamilton K. Redway, July 17, 1866] (open access)

[Discharge of Hamilton K. Redway, July 17, 1866]

Letter discharging Hamilton K. Redway from the U. S. Service.
Date: July 17, 1866
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Lana Gleesort to Charles Moore, May 17, 1868] (open access)

[Letter from Lana Gleesort to Charles Moore, May 17, 1868]

Letter sent by Lana Gleesort to her cousin, Charles Moore, regarding crops, family members, and community affairs.
Date: May 17, 1868
Creator: Gleesort, Lana
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of a letter from Lana Gleesort to Charles Moore, May 17, 1868] (open access)

[Transcript of a letter from Lana Gleesort to Charles Moore, May 17, 1868]

Transcript of a letter sent by Lana Gleesort to her cousin, Charles Moore, regarding crops, family members, and community affairs.
Date: May 17, 1868
Creator: Gleesort, Lana
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library