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[Letter from John W. Alexander, june 14, 1865]
Alexander tells Redway to allow Machman to have the set of shoeing tools.
[List of Clothing, Camp and Garrison Equipage from John W. Alexander,June 20, 1865]
List of clothing, camp and garrison equipage from John W. Alexander to H. K. Redway. Items include: hats, jackets, trousers, shirts, drawers, boots, stockings, blankets, coats, coats, canteens, ponchos, shelter tents.
[List of Quartermaster's Stores Received of Captain Hamilton K. Redway - June 12, 1865]
A list of the Quartermaster's stores received of Captain Hamilton K. Redway at Camp Piatt, West Virginia on June 12, 1865. Nineteen cavalry horses in unserviceable condition and at an unknown cost were received of Redway.
[List of stores received from Lieutenant J. W. Alexander, June 30, 1865]
List of supplies from Lt. J. W. Alexander to Hamilton K. Redway. Supplies include: hats, caps, trousers, drawers, shirts, socks, boots.
[Letter from O. G. Bacon to Hamilton K. Redway, June 8, 1864]
Letter from O.G. Bacon to Hamilton K. Redway which discusses the the current happenings in Bacon's life and in the county he lives in. He tell Redway of a job offer he has taken and of the bountiful wheat and fruit crops. Bacon furthers that the two should continue to correspond to one another. In the letter's closing, he and his wife send their love to Redway's wife and family. Bacon wrote this letter to Redway while he was living in Rheatown, Tennessee.
[Letter from Alta Berry to Linnet Moore White, June 7, 1909]
Letter from Alta Berry to Claude and Linnet White in which she discusses her health and farming. She says that Claude is in trouble with his crops as he has been "drinking a great deal lately." He was arrested after causing a disturbance at a supper in Melissa, Texas. She also updates Linnet on the activities and health of friends and family.
[Letter from D. M. Biddle to Albert, June 4, 1858]
Letter to Albert from D. M. Biddle regarding the condition of Biddle's mill and business.
[Inventory and inspection report of Quartermaster's stores, June 20, 1865]
Inventory and inspection report of Quartermaster's stores issued to Capt. Hamilton K. Redway's company. The stores that were listed and inspected were: twelve canteens, twelve haversacks, and twelve ponchos. With the listed items, this report also includes the amount of time these items were in use, by whom they where received, as well as the item's condition and disposition. The report is signed by both Capt. Hamilton K. Redway and Capt. E. H. Brady while they were stationed at Camp Piatt in West Virginia. It is dated June 20, 1865.
[Receipt of Levi Perryman, June 11, 1880]
Received of Levi Perryman through W. A. Morris the sum of $2.00. Collected upon the execution issued in the case Wheeler & Wilson Co. vs W. P. Leverett. Signed by the Justice of the Peace of Harris County, H Brashear.
[Legal document to William E. Kennard, June 27, 1849]
Legal document that states that William E. Kennard has paid $7.50 for a gold watch from the estate of Taylor, now deceased.
[Alkavis Coupon]
An advertisement flier for Alkavis, a product manufactured by the Church Kidney Cure Company.
[Wedding announcement for Mary Clara Compton and Harvey Edwin Crawford, June 10, 1909]
A wedding announcement for the marriage of Mary Clara Compton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Compton, to Mr. Harvey Edwin Crawford. The wedding was to take place on Thursday, June 10, 1909 in Nashville, Tennessee. There are two copies of this item included.
[Triplicate Warrant, June 23, 1874]
Triplicate Warrant dated June 23rd, 1874 for the collection of 1874 taxes.
[Postcard from R. Cook to W. A. Morris, June 3, 1880]
Postcard from R. Cook of St. Jo, Texas to W.A. "Bud" Morris of Montague concerning payment in the Frieze case for $5.00 each for him and Hyden, plus $2.50 for a total of $12.50. The postcard mentions that it can be paid by Morris or Levi Perryman to keep someone from staying in jail.
[Receipt of W. A. Morris, June 3, 1880]
Receipt of W. A. Morris for the sum of $10.00 for costs of a case. Signed by Justice of the Peace R. Cook.
[Criminal Docket District Court, Cooke County , 1874-1877]
Ledger from Cooke County, Texas, containing criminal docket information that includes attorney names, the names of parties involved, offenses, witnesses, and orders made.
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, June 3, 1901]
Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore. She is sorry that she hasn't written sooner, but she has been so busy. She received flowers from Mr. House. She had a talk with Carter about Mr. House's proposal. Carter wants her to wait, but she will do what she thinks is best. She did not have to pay for Linnet's boarding. She is going to use Linnet's money to get the pictures Linnet wanted. She tells Linnet to get well and have a good time.
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, June 18, 1899]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Lula Dalton and is addressed to Linnet Moore. In this letter, Lula informs Linnet of the goings-on in Chambersville, TX. The news includes: a confirmation of receiving a note from Linnet written by Mary Ann, a discussion about her trips to Georgetown and Austin, details about her visit to Austin, an update on her eyes and the treatment she received from an oculist, news from her community when she got home from Austin, and a discussion about the camping trip she and her friends will go on to the river. She closes the letter by noting that she hopes Linnet will write as soon as she can and sends her best regards to the Moore family. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Receipt from Stepen H. Darden to Levi Perryman, June 27, 1876]
Receipt from Stephen H. Darden, State Comptroller, to Levi Perryman totalling $962.95 for various comptroller's drafts and fees in felony cases.
[Triplicate Warant, June 24, 1880]
Triplicate Warrant for Levi Perryman, in the amount of $21.50, that is dated June 24, 1880.
[Triplicate Warrant, June 10, 1875]
A deposit warrant for Levi Peryman that is for $291.66 and is dated June 10, 1875.
[Triplicate Warrant, June 17, 1880]
Triplicate warrant for Levi Perry, in the amount of $246.00, is dated June 17, 1880.
[Triplicate Warrant, June 27, 1876]
A deposit warrant for Levi Perryman is made out for $1,072.60 and dated June 27, 1876.
[Triplicate Warrant, June 27, 1876]
A deposit warrant that is made out to Levi Perryman for $293.50 is dated, June 27, 1876.
[Triplicate Warrant, June 27, 1876]
A triplicate warrant made out for Levi Perryman for $644.00 and dated June 27, 1876.
[Letter from Matilda Dodd to Mr. Moore and Sis, June 8, 1879]
She was glad to hear that they are doing well. They are still having dry weather and are concerned about its affects on the wheat. They went fishing and the strawberries improved with the rain. They sold 6 buckets of strawberries and canned 3, Dinky canned 2 raspberries. She mentions that the Moore's had a hard time with their chickens and she has had some problems also. Alice and Willie are in Sunday school, but don't start the free school until August. Laura Doris' baby died. She wants her to write soon and is planning on taking her butter to town.
[Letter from Matilda Dodd to Sis and Mr. Moore, June 25, 1882]
She is glad to hear they are doing well. She also mentions that they are doing well now. They had a case of flux and there are some cases of small pox in town. They are almost done with harvesting the wheat. Oat harvesting is almost here and the corn is looking well. They have irish potatoes, and they will have tomatoes soon. She had about a hundred chickens, but some were appropriated. She has seven turkeys. She learned from Em that Smith Johnson died, Malald Johnson's husband. Em had also said that things had been left in bad circumstances and asks that they write to Mrs. Johnson. Em also heard that White River had overflowed. She tells Sis not to worry about her coming to Texas that she wants to go because she is not happy with her current situation. She is expecting family to come, but she is going to her sister's instead. She tells Sis not to mention it in her letters because her husbands reads them. Her father has been trying to buy her a place, but has been unsuccessful. She asks what Linnet and Birdie feed the chickens and says that Bettie's baby is pretty. She asks that they write soon.
[Letter from Matilda Dodd to the Moore family, June 17, 1898]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Matilda Dodd and is addressed to Charles B. and Mary Ann "Sis" Moore. In this letter, Matilda updates the Moore family on the goings-on in Gallatin, Tennessee. The news includes: a confirmation of the receipt of the Moore family's most recent letter, health updates, news on the dry weather, details on the crop harvests, a discussion about the well-being of family, a dialogue about family friends visiting, and a list of fruits on hand. Dodd closes the letter by noting the Moore family should write soon.
[Letter from Matilda Dodd and Adelitia McGee to Mary Ann and Charles B. Moore, June 23, 1885]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Matilda Dodd and Adelitia "Dinkie" Dodd-McGee. Matilda begins her letter by stating that the family has received their letter and that she hopes they are well. She informs "Sis" and Charles of the health situation of Bettie. Dodd notes that she hopes "Sis" and Charles will be able to visit this year. She states that she hasn't not heard of any cholera cases in the United States yet and continues to discuss this illness. The discussion moves on to the topic of weather and Dodd notes that it has been raining heavily. She details that Dinky visited with Bessie and that Birdie and Bessie are enjoying each others company. Birdie was sick with the mumps and Dodd tells "Sis" that if Linnet has visited during that time she would have caught the illness. She discusses the crop of may apples, may cherries , and raspberries which are plentiful this year in Bettie and Abe's garden. She closes her letter by stating that Dinky lost a number of her chickens and turkeys. Dinkie begins her letter by stating that Bettie is still ill. She updates the Moore's on family news, notes her happiness for their good crop of wheat, and details the fine time Bessie and Birdie are having together. She notes that since Bettie has been so ill, Abe has taken over many chores including milking and cooking. Dodd-McGee expresses her wish to see the Moore's soon. She notes that she milks three cows and makes money selling the butter from her cows. She discusses her terrible luck with poultry this years, but mentions that their is an abundance of may apples. She details her daily chores and states that though she has sewing to do, …
[Letter from William Dodd to Mr. Moore and his Sister, June 6,1877]
William hired Bill Jones to go work in Texas for Mr. Moore and his sister. He tells them the details of Bill's employment.
[Letter from J. L. Doggett to Claude D. White, June 11, 1906]
Letter from J. L. Doggett, a lawyer, to Claude D. White in which Mr. White received the payment of $20.00 for settlement of a claim.
[Letter from B. Ada Drury to Charles B. Moore, June 13, 1897]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by B. Ada Drury. In this letter, Drury discusses the theory of evolution, the idea of life after death, and compliments Charles on his ability to think for himself and be a champion of free thought. She asks to hear from him again and in the letter's close she give a brief update on the weather in Louisville, KY. She mentions that she hope the Moore Family will be able to read the letter and sends her love to Mary Ann, Linnet, John, and Charles. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Receipt of Levi Perryman, June 23, 1879]
Received of Levi Perryman through W. A. Morris the sum of $21.75 for the costs of execution in case No. 1086.
[Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, June 19, 1864]
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.
[Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, June 23, 1863]
Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara describing his ill health. He remarks that he has had no letter from her, yet hopes to hear from her before the end of the war. Included in the letter are remarks on troop movements; a request for a photograph; talk of good crops; family updates; and the weather.
[Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, June 30, 1863]
Letter written by David Fentress to his wife Clara declaring his love and stating the importance of communication between them. He includes news of his health; troop locations and news of the war.
[Letter from David Fentress to wife Clara, June 2, 1864]
Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara regarding the situation at home (the peach orchard, spinning, and a spinning wheel), how to send letters to him, his experience in the army (his need for more clothing, his health, what food the unit is eating, and statistics of his unit), and war news.
[Letter from David Fentress to wife Clara, June 7, 1864]
Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara regarding his health, health of the unit, which he sends many soldiers to hospitals with guards. He mentions how the weather is not helping people get better and gives his wife advice on agriculture. He also mentions his wish for the end of the war.
[Letter from David Fentress to wife Clara, June 14, 1864]
Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara regarding the weather in Texas and Louisiana. He need for more clothes and he expresses his appreciation of all the work Clara is doing for him and the Army.
[Letter from Maud C. Fentress to David W. Fentress, June 30, 1858]
Letter from Maud C. Fentress to her son David discussing news for Bolivar, Tennessee and it includes: a financial agreement between Maud and David, a dialogue about buying a "place for herself" if her current place "falls" to Jimmie or Frank if they marry; a discussion concerning Mr. Wood who was closing Balam's estate; a discussion of religion; a dialogue detailing gifts given to Maud by Mrs. Neely; and an update on family and friends.
[Letter from Maud C. Fentress to David W.Fentress - June 1860]
Letter from Maud Fentress to her son David in which she commiserates with him on the heavy rains he has received in Texas. She plans to send David jelly and canned fruit. She states that other members of the family wish to move to Texas. She tells David that Frank wishes to make up with him and possibly move to Texas. She updates David on news about friends and family.
[Letter from Maud C. Fentress to her son David W. Fentress - June 6, 1860]
Letter from Maud Fentress to her son David regarding his crop failure in Texas. She gives updates on the activities of friends and family. She also discusses schooling and teaching the children skills. Maud wishes David success with his raising stock. She also questions whether she should move to Texas or stay where she is.
[Letter from Bettie Franklin to her Sister and Mr. Moore, June 5, 1877]
She arrived home Friday night and had to sleep for two days to recover, Sissy got sick and took medicine to recover. They canned 6 cans of cherries. It has been dry, it rained early in the season but then dried up. Bettie's garden looks good despite the dry weather. Her beans are blooming and had an abundance of irish potatoes. Several people are about to head out to Texas. Dinky will write to her by the end of the week and She wants her to save some Texas flower seeds for her. Bettie isn't feeling well and was happy to see her sister and mother. She will write more next time and Lilly has been taking strawberries and cherries.
[Letter from Elizabeth Franklin to the Moore Family, June 17, 1898]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Elizabeth "Betty" Franklin and is addressed to the Moore family. In this letter, Franklin informs the Moore family on the goings-on in Gallatin, Tennessee. The news includes: a confirmation on the receipt of the Moore family's most recent letter, details about the weather agricultural news about the wheat harvest and updates on the corn,vegetable, and fruit harvests, a discussion about the well-being of family members, a dialogue about the children's chores, details on sewing projects and household chores, and news about Mattie's ducks. She closes the letter by stating that it is time to milk the cows and notes that the Moore family must write soon.
[Letter from Mattie Franklin to Mary Ann Moore, June 17, 1898]
In this letter, Franklin discusses the goings-on in Gallatin, Tennessee with the Moore family. The News includes: a discussion about school closing for summer, details about Children's Day and what the family did at the event, news about Abe Franklin participating on the Chancery court jury, updates on the well-being of family, and a dialogue about Bettie's poultry and vegetable garden. She closes the letter by noting that the Moore family should write soon and that Bessie will write to them soon as well. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Harriet C. Griffin]
A letter from Harriet C. Griffin of Olathe, KS to Charles B. Moore in response to a letter he had written her bringing up a potential marriage between them.
[Letter from Alice Griffin to Mary, Linnet, and Charles B. Moore, June 29, 1896]
Letter from Alice Griffin to the Charles B. Moore family. She writes that she is unwell and able to do little but tend to the baby. She says that Florence Dodd is unwell and Florence and her husband Tobe are having a hard time financially. She describes her baby, Lillian Griffin. Included with the letter are swatches of fabric that she has used to make clothing.
[State Tax account for Montague County, June 7, 1876]
State Tax account for Montague County for 1871 and 1872. Taxes collected by Levi Perryman,Sheriff were $1,336.38 after adjustments were made.
[State Tax Account for Montague County, June 27, 1876]
State Tax account for Montague County for 1875 and 1876. Taxes collected by Levi Perryman, Sheriff, were $4,124.80 after adjustments.
[State Tax account for Montague County, June 29, 1876]
State Tax account for Montague County for 1874. Tax balance was $2,452.14 after it was adjusted for previous years. Taxes were collected by Levi Perryman, Sheriff, who was paid ten cents per mile for 600 miles and he collected $146.79 in commissions.
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