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- [Receipt for taxes paid, December 1, 1902]
- Receipt for taxes paid to the city of Montague, Montague County, Texas on December 1, 1902 by Levi Perryman.
- [List of Clothing, Camp and Garrison Equipage from John W. Alexander, December 16, 1864]
- List of clothing, camp and garrison equipage from John W. Alexander to H. K. Redway. Items include: caps, jackets, blouse, shirts, drawers, boots, stockings, coats, woolen blankets, and shelter tents.
- [List of quartermaster's stores, December 30, 1864]
- List of quartermaster's stores received from Lieutenant J. W. Alexander, quartermaster of the U. S. Army, by Hamilton K. Redway on December 30, 1864.
- [American Shorthorn Breeders' Association Registry Certificate, December 13, 1917]
- This is a certificate from the American Shorthorn Breeders' Association. The registry form has not been completely filled out.
- [Receipt for taxes paid, December 1, 1890]
- Receipt for taxes paid for P. M. Price in 1890. The payment of $5.40 covered state, school and county taxes.
- [Receipt for taxes paid, December 20, 1892]
- Receipt for taxes paid to Montague County by P. M. Price on December 20, 1892. The total amount paid was $470.00.
- [Receipt for taxes paid, October 19, 1894]
- Receipt for taxes paid in Montague County by Levi Perryman on October 19, 1894.
- [Letter from Dr. Mattie L. Arthur to Linnet Moore White, December 19, 1913]
- This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. In this letter, Dr. Mattie L. Arthur thanks Linnet Moore White for her kindness during her visit with White. She notes that she has intended to write, but has been very busy. She wishes that all are well and also that Linnet and family have a wonderful Christmas and a healthy, Happy New Year.
- [Letter from J. C. and Mary A. Barr to Charles B. Moore, December 3, 1865]
- Letter sent to Charles B. Moore from J. C. Barr discussing oil drilling in Jersey County, the health of acquaintances, railroad construction, farming, weather, as well as other family and local news. The third page of the letter is a segment added by Mary A. Barr discussing family life including visiting and gardening.
- [Envelope from John Barr and Anna Barr addressed to Charles Moore, December 4, 1865]
- Envelope from John and Anna Barr addressed to Charles Moore. It was sent from Jerseyville, Illinois, to Unionville, Tennessee. "Jerseyville Ill. Dec 4" and "Due 3" has been stamped on the envelope in ink.
- [Letter from Julia A. Barr to the Moore family, December 3, 1888]
- This item is from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Julia A. Barr, Henry and Charles Moore's cousin. In the letter, Julia updates the Moore family on the happenings in Jerseyville, Illinois and the news includes: a dialogue about meeting cousin George Wilson in Eureka Springs, Arkansas while on a trip there, a discussion about the people that accompanied here on the trip and how long she stayed, details concerning the people she meet in Eureka Springs, a conversation about Seella, her two children, and Polly, a dialogue about their helper who was discharged over a year ago and how they are getting along without him, an update on the bountiful crops and how good rain has made it possible for people to get out of debt, a discussion about "Aunt" Sally Smith and Uncle Abner's family, a dialogue about Sottie Knaff's daughter, details about the Goodrich family, an aside about the town of Jerseyville, a dialogue about Mrs. O. P. Powell's children, a discussion about Wilson Cross and Ida Barr Cross, details about Fannie and her love for entertaining, updates on family, a dialogue about Barr's California trip and the places they stopped at along the way, details about the trip and the cities and sites Barr saw in California, a discussion about the trip back home to Illinois and details about their stop in Salt Lake City, an aside on how lovely the topography was from Salt Lake to Denver, a discussion on her return home, and a dialogue about recent plans. She closes the letter by asking how Linnet was doing, asks the Moore family to write soon, and sends her love to all. The envelope is included with the letter.
- [Letter from George Bratney to Mary, December 17, 1875]
- George hasn't written back because he became sick with Typhoid fever in August and now has the strength to write back. He would like to spend the holidays with Mary in her new home. He still lives in York and because of that was able to go to his brother's wedding. He is going to work on his farm for a time and then decide if the married life is for him. He wants to write her every few days but can't afford it. He is thinking of moving to Texas for the better climate and company.
- [Wedding announcement for Frances Franklin and John Bailey Hill, December 18, 1901]
- A wedding announcement for the marriage of Frances Franklin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Thornton Brooke, to Mr. John Bailey Hill. The wedding was to be held on Wednesday, December 18, 1901, at 8:30pm, at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in McKinney, Texas.
- [Receipt for taxes paid, December 5, 1889]
- Tax receipt for P. M. Price for state, school and county taxes for the year 1889.
- [Letter from J. M. Bryan and S. H. Coale, December 19, 1895]
- The men estimate the estate of H. S. Moore at $27.00 an acre for farm land and pasture. They also estimate the rest at $18.00 an acre.
- [Letter from W. C. Campbell to William Dodd, December 10, 1883]
- There was a problem between William and his brother George. W.C. would like to settle this and asks that William write back as soon as possible. He hopes that William's family is well. He mentions that John Love's wive is very sick. He asks again to respond immediately. In the P.S. he tells that Mary Love is dead.
- [Loan Contract with Collin County National Bank of McKinney Texas]
- A loan contract for $76.50, to be paid back within sixty days.
- [Ordnance voucher, December 20, 1864]
- Invoice of ordnance turned over from E.D. Comstock of 1st New York Veteran's Cavalry to Hamilton K. Redway, Company "F" 1st New York Veteran's Cavalry.
- [Receipt from R Cook, to W.A. Morris, December 4, 1878]
- Receipt from R. Cook, JP to W.A. "Bud" Morris for $6.75 for all court costs paid to R. Cook and J.M Wyatt in the case of the State of Texas vs. G.M. Frieze.
- [Receipt from R. Cook to W.A. Morris, December 9, 1878]
- Receipt from R. Cook to W.A. "Bud" Morris for $12.70 for costs in the case of the State of Texas vs. J.W. Baley, defendant being sent to jail on the 2nd day of December 1878.
- [Letter from Major General Crooks, December 9, 1864]
- General Order for official communications. First documents should be enclosed with synopsis on from, Intermediate Commanders should make sure it is worth the Department Commander's time. Secondly applications for furlongh and discharge will not be accompanied with Transmittal but have the application on the first fold, with necessity and nature of the application. Third letters will be forwarded through intermediate commanders unless urgent. Fourth no more papers to be presented in person by officers and enlisted men, unless absolute necessity.
- [Comptroller's Office Document, December 1, 1880]
- Document from the Comptroller's office that shows the amount collected ($78.14) by Levi Perryman, Sheriff, Montague County, Texas.
- [Triplicate Warrant, December 20, 1879]
- A triplicate warrant, dated December 20, 1879, is for Levi Perryman. It is for the amount $236.30.
- [Triplicate Warrant, December 24, 1878]
- A triplicate warrant is made out for Levi Perryman for $111.60 and dated December 24, 1878
- [Letter from Stephen H, Dardeux to M. A. Morris, December 18, 1880]
- Letter from Stephen H. Dardeux, comptroller for State of Texas to W.A. "Bud" Morris discussing discrepancies in balances owed and receipts recorded from 1876 to 1879.
- [Transcript of Letter from Stephen H, Dardeux to M. A. Morris, December 18, 1880]
- Transcript of a letter from Stephen H. Dardeux, comptroller for State of Texas to W.A. "Bud" Morris discussing discrepancies in balances owed and receipts recorded from 1876 to 1879.
- [Letter from Matilda Dodd and Birdie McGee, December 14, 1887]
- Letter from Matilda Dodd talking of family news. She discusses the butchering of the hogs, the making of dresses, and an entertainment the children are doing at the new school house. She talks of people talking about how there are hard times, but in going into town there were so many people dressed in finery so you couldn't tell. She mentions two stores, Bebe's and Mr. St. John's. She mentions several letters she received. Willie Bratney had been in the grocery business, but sold it out. Tobe Dodd wrote and said that Florence is overseeing the cooking for 100 young Indians that board at the agency and attend school there. Includes a letter from Birdie that appears to have actually been written by Matilda Dodd. Also includes samples for two dresses she is making. Also includes original envelope.
- [Letter from Matilda Dodd to Mary and Charles B. Moore, December 20, 1885]
- Letter from Matilda Dodd to Mary and Charles Moore on December 20, 1885. She writes about her family's health and their activities marketing their farm produce. She says that John Wallace said that he had never seen as many poor people as he saw in Texas. She passes on the information that Lily Franklin and Charly Elliot are "going to jump the broomstick" (get married). She also says that there will be little candy and Christmas. William Dodd enclosed a note with the letter
- [Letter from Matilda Dodd to the Moore family, December 18, 1900]
- Letter from Matilda Dodd to the Moore family to inform them that Mary and Mattie Dodd have had whooping cough. Tobe has gone to Mississippi to supply the beef market. She says he is in the neighborhood that he stayed in during the war.
- [Letters from Matilda Dodd and Adelitia McGee to the Moore family and Alice McGee, December 28-30, 1889]
- This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. it is written by Matilda Dodd and Adelitia "Dinkie" McGee. In Matilda's first letter, dated December 28, 1889, she informs the Moore family and Alice of the happenings in Gallatin, Tennessee. The news includes: confirmation of the receipt of the Moore's letter, well-wishes for Florence's recovery, a dialogue about Christmas plans, community health updates, news about the mild winter weather and its affects on the community, a discussion about the rose slips and cherry sprouts Dodd sent to Mary Ann, details about their new neighbors, and news about family and friends. In Dinkie's letter, dated December 29, 1889, McGee informs the Moore family and Alice about the goings-on in Sumner County. The news includes: a discussion about Mattie, a dialogue about their Christmas and details on what everyone received as gifts when they were at Bettie's place, news about friends in the community, a discussion about a dinner she made and who came over to join the family, inquiries for Linnet,plans for a social, additional updates on friends in the community. She closes the letter by stating that she wants Alice and the Moore family to write soon. In Matilda's second letter, dated December 30, 1889, she updates the Moore family on the cold and rainy weather that has hit Tennessee. She mentions that Will and Abe have helped their new neighbor to build a barn and that Abe will help him build kitchen furniture this day she has written. She closes this brief letter by stating that the Moore family should write soon if they hear from Tobe and that Birdie will write later in the week. The envelope is included with the letter.
- [Letter from William Dodd to Mary Ann and Charles B. Moore, December 10, 1880]
- This is a postal card from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Mary Ann Moore's father, William Dodd. A piece of the postal card was torn off which makes the beginning of the message impossible to decipher. The remaining part of the message details that the family is well and that Mary's mother sends some things for her by mail.
- [Letter from Moore family members to Mary Ann and Charles B. Moore, December 19, 1880]
- This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by William and Matilda Moore and Bettie Franklin. The letter is damaged and is unintelligible in many places. Bettie Franklin writes to "Sis" and Charles on the first page of the document,left side.She updates "Sis" and Charles on Abe and her family and details that the weather has been cold and snowy. She mentions that Alica has had her picture taken, but it was cloudy the day it was taken so the image is dark. Bettie notes that Dinkie also plans on taking the baby to get her picture taken. She informs the Moore's of current news about the community and about friends of the family.Matilda's letter begins on the first page as well, but on the right side. She updates the Moore's on current news on family, friends, and on the community. She closes her letter by saying that she will send her one of Alice's pictures. William's note is on the bottom of the fourth page. He details news about the weather and about family friends. The letter is dated December 19, 1880.
- [Letter from Alice Donnell to Mollie Moore, December 18, 1875]
- Alice is happy to hear from her friend and wishes to visit. She inquires about Joe's trunk and if Mr. Moore knows anything about it. She would like Mollie to write back as soon as possible with information on Joe's trunk. She mentions Bettie's mother who is not feeling well.Dinkie wants to throw a party for Joe and Alice wishes Mollie and Mr. Moore could go. Mary Jane and Simeon have not married yet and Simeon talks of going to Texas. Alice now has the Texas fever and really wants to go. John Wallace and Susie Lore are talked about by the neighborhood of getting married. She asks Mollie to write her a long letter and to write back about Joe's trunk.
- [Hospital Admittance Certificate, December 6,1864]
- Hospital admittance certificate for Privt. E. A. Edwards of Company "F," 1st regiment, N. Y. Veteran's Cavalry. The certificate states that Edwards was admitted to the hospital on July 14, 1864 and should report to Harper Ferry on December 6, 1864, the day of his release. The document also includes information about Edwards' pay which was mustered for the months of July, August, September, and October, but was not yet paid to the Private.
- [Receipt for clothing, December 29, 1864]
- Receipt for flannel sack coat, two stockings, and two great coats supplied to E. A. Edwards while he was treated at U.S. General Hospital in Frederick, Maryland.
- [Letter from Helen Duncan]
- Letter from Helen Duncan to Charles B. Moore declining to consider marriage with him because he is an old bachelor. The letter sends news of the family and includes a "warning" story about another old bachelor who married a widow.
- [Letter from S. Farlin to Captain Hamilton K. Redway, December 29, 1864]
- A letter from Capt. S. Farlin addressed to Captain Redway notifying him of the delevery of 200 bushels of corn from Mr. Tompkins. Farlin details that he will send Redway an equal amount of oats. He asks Redway to create a receipt for the bushels and send it "down tomorrow."
- [Letter from S. Farlin to Hamilton K. Redway, December 9, 1864]
- Letter from S. Farlin to Hamilton K. Redway regarding forage for Redway's command of 21 horses. The letter indicates that 10 sacks (1,260 pounds) of oats and 11 sacks (1,260 pounds) of corn are to be sent to Redway by train. The forage is to last from December 11 to December 20.
- [Letter from S. Farlin to Hamilton K. Redway, December 13, 1864]
- Letter from S. Farlin to Hamilton K. Redway regarding forage for Redway's command of 30 horses. The letter indicates that 18 sacks (2,400 pounds) of oats, 22 sacks (2,400 pounds)of corn, and 10 bales (2,320 pounds)of hay are to be sent to Redway by train. The forage is to last from December 13 to December 20.
- [Letter from David Fentress to Clara Fentress, December 7, 1864]
- 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."
- [Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, December 10, 1862]
- Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara in which he asks her to write longer letters with news of her and the children; his hopes for an end to the war in the spring; the shortage of physicians and why that makes it impossible for him to receive a furlough; the difficulty in receiving newspapers that have been subscribed to; news of the war; Abraham Lincoln's success in bringing people in west Tennessee to support the north; the difficulty in sending items home because he does not think they would get there; the sick making their way to the general hospital and a list of individuals who have died; his dislike for the people of Arkansas; the support of the people of Texas for the troops; the cost of wheat; his personal health; and his attendance at the funeral of Governor Jackson of Missouri.
- [Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, December 18, 1864]
- Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara regarding the finances at home and clothing. He mentions the worth of Confederate money is low, his transfer out of the field, and asked Clara to write more often.
- [Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, December 21, 1864]
- 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.
- [Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, December 30, 1864]
- Letter written by David Fentress to his wife Clara regarding his being ordered to take charge of Hospital No. 2 in Houston. The letter is badly faded, but it appears that he is discussing his plans for travel to take up his post.
- [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.
- [Letter from Maud C. Fentress to David Fentress, December 4, 1865]
- Letter from Maud C. Fentress to her son David Fentress urging him to raise godly children and to pursue a life of piety. She also updates him on the lives of family and friends.
- [Letter from Maud C. Fentress to her David Fentress, December 25, 1860]
- Letter from M.(Maud)C. Fentress to her son David regarding the separation of the southern states from the union; the sale of slaves (Barb and her two children); breeding and care of a female slave named Eliza; hiring out of a slave; the capture and hanging of an abolitionist; and the health of those around her.
- [Substitution Request from Henry S. Field to Hamilton K. Redway, December 20, 1864]
- Correspondence from Henry S. Field to Captain Hamilton K. Redway on December 20, 1864 requesting assistance in the substitution of Private William Thompson's son, Abel Thompson, in his place. In this letter, Field states that Private Thompson is afflicted with an organic disease of the heart. Field strongly recommends the substitution of Private Thompson's son, Abel Thompson, who is seventeen years of age.
- [Check for Bookcase, December 21,1921]
- Check from Forestburg School Board and H.B Caddel as secretary to D. V. Birdwell in the amount of $23.35; the memo line says "Labor - book case". The back of the check is endorsed by D. V. Birdwell.
- [Check for Door Varnish, December 13,1921]
- Check from Forestburg School Board and secretary H. B. Caddell in the amount of $2.00 to Lyon Gray Lumber Company; the memo line says "Door, Top, & Varnish". The check is from First State Bank in Forestburg, Texas. The back of the check is stamped December 14, 1921 and is from the First National Bank in Saint Jo, Texas.