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- [Captain's Warrant, August 25, 1829]
- Warrant from Captain Chauncey H. Redway to Sergeant Frien O. Payn. The warrant orders Payn to warn the listed persons to appear armed and equipped for Company parade at the house of John Burch at 8 o'clock AM on September 7. Payn is also charged with warning the named persons to appear at the Presbyterian Meeting House in Sacket's Harbor at 8 o'clock AM on September 18 for the general muster.
- [Letter from William D. Shrewsbury to H. A. Hamner, Novemer 25, 1858]
- Letter from William D.Shrewsbury to H.A. Hamner regarding Salt Springs in Jack County and the "Galveston News." Shrewsbury then asks 12 questions regarding the Salt Springs. Shrewsbury showed interest in salt production and in Kanawha Salines Virginia.
- Letter to Colonel Allen, 25 October 1859
- Letter from Mary Jones, widow of the last president of the Republic of Texas. The original letter is housed in the University of North Texas Archives.
- [Letter from Michael M. Kennard to A.D Kennard, February 25, 1860]
- Letter from Michael M. Kennard to his brother, A.D Kennard, updating him on how the community is doing. He describes his mother's sale of a house, and dividing the Negros among the children. He also includes the price of corn, and other details including how stock throughout the county have died because of the rough winter.
- [Letter from Maud C. Fentress to David Fentress, September 25, 1860]
- Letter from Maud Fentress to her son David Fentress regarding a lawsuit; her health and that of her family; the weather; seeds; and a move to Texas.
- [Transcript of Letter from Maud C. Fentress to David Fentress, September 25, 1860]
- Transcript of a letter from Maud Fentress to her son David Fentress regarding a lawsuit; her health and that of her family; the weather; seeds; and a move to Texas.
- [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.
- [Transcript of Letter from Maud C. Fentress to David Fentress, December 25, 1860]
- Transcript of a 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.
- [Letter from W. H. Timmins to Charles B. Moore, August 25, 1861]
- Letter from W. H. Timmins to Charles B. Moore discussing low cotton prices, the blockade preventing shipments from New Orleans, and other financial hardships caused by the war.
- [Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, May 25, 1864]
- Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, relating local and family news, as well as news about the continuing war. Charles gives a brief account of his conscription into the Confederate army and expresses a desire to never be caught by Confederates again. He gives some news on the various troop movements and battles.
- [Report of Horses Received by Captain N. D. Patten - May 25, 1864]
- Letter from Captain N. D. Patten indicating the receipt of two horses from a Sergeant of the 1st Veteran New York Cavalry.
- [Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, May 25, 1864]
- Transcript of a letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, relating local and family news, as well as news about the continuing war. Charles gives a brief account of his conscription into the Confederate army and expresses a desire to never be caught by Confederates again. He gives some news on the various troop movements and battles.
- [Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, August 25, 1864]
- 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.
- [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.
- [Letter from Josephus Moore to Charles Moore, September 25, 1864]
- Letter from Josephus Moore to Charles Moore regarding war difficulties. Specifically, a raid has taken place and has shaken up the community. Army recruiting is taking place and there are rumors of a draft. The Home Guard, while supposed to protect the citizens of Tennessee, are shown to be sliding into lawlessness.
- [Transcript of letter from Josephus Moore to Charles Moore, September 25, 1864]
- Transcript of a letter from Josephus Moore to Charles Moore regarding war difficulties. Specifically, a raid has taken place and has shaken up the community. Army recruiting is taking place and there are rumors of a draft. The Home Guard, while supposed to protect the citizens of Tennessee, are shown to be sliding into lawlessness.
- [Letter from B. S. Kelly to the Commanding Officer, November 25, 1864]
- Letter from B.S. Kelly to the Commanding Officer that transportation was furnished from Parkersburg West Virginia at the cost of $1.01.
- [Receipt of William H. Taylor, November 25, 1864]
- Receipt for clothing of flannel shirts and a coat for the amount of $12.12.
- [Letter from J. B. Stonehouse to Captain Hamilton K. Redway, January 25, 1865]
- Letter from J. B. Stonehouse to Captain Hamilton C. Redway stating that he was sending a certified copy of the enlistment papers of Robert Way enlisted at Dunkirk July 8, 1864. The name of Charles Brown cannot be found the books of the Provost Marshal at Buffalo.
- [Letter from Adjutant General's Office, February 25, 1865]
- Letter from the Adjutant General's office addressed to the commanding officer of "F" Company, 1st N. Y. Vet. Cavalry which discusses missing papers for Private Andrew M. Anderson. The letter states that Anderson's records are missing a final inventory.
- [Letter from E. C. Kattel to the Commandment, February 25, 1865]
- Letter to the Commandment from E. C. Kattele that transportation was furnished from Owego NY to Cincinnati OH for Calvin Hull at the cost of $12.46.
- [Letter from Robert P. Kennedy, February 25, 1865]
- Circular: Prisoners of War will be borne on Muster Rolls, Reports, and Returns, in accordance with the instructions contained therein. General: The Prisoners of War are to be Mustered as "Prisoners of War," and on the monthly and tri-monthly reports, although not on detached service without the army, they should be accounted for in that column, with not in the column of "Remarks," how many are of that class. On back are a list of names.
- [Letter from David Fentress to Clara Fentress, April 25, 1865]
- 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.
- [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.
- [Letter from H. K. Redway, Capt. F. Co. 1st Vet. N.Y. Cav., June 25, 1865]
- Letter from Captain H. K. Redway to Captain and Assistant Adjutant General Melvin requesting that Private William Halcomb be returned to his company. The letter was forwarded and signed by a number of Generals and other officials before it reached Melvin.
- [Letter from Hamilton K. Redway to Loriette Redway, November 25, 1865]
- A letter from Hamilton K. Redway in Washington D.C. to his wife, Loriette Redway, on November 25, 1865. The letter is regarding Hamilton Redway's business and life in Washington. Redway tells his wife that he expects to be sent to Texas. Redway asks about his father, Chauncey Redway, and thanks Loriette for sending letters from Lester and Carl. Redway mentions that he visited George Washington's Mount Vernon estate and the marble sarcophagus containing Washington's remains. Also included is the envelope in which the letter was sent. The envelope is addressed to Mrs. H. K. Redway in Mannsville, New York.
- [Letter from Hamilton K. Redway to Loriette Redway, May 25, 1867]
- A letter from Hamilton K. Redway in Washington D.C. to his wife, Loriette Redway, on May 25, 1867. The letter is regarding Hamilton Redway's business and life in Washington. Redway informs Loriette that he is studying as much as possible to pass the examining board, and asks Loriette to pray that he will be prepared to face the board. Redway mentions that he has heard from Chittenden, and asks if Loriette has heard from Ellen. This could be in reference to his niece, Ellen Loretta. Also included with this item is the envelope in which the letter was sent. The envelope is addressed to Mrs. H. K. Redway in Mannsville, New York.
- [Letter from Hamilton K. Redway to Loriette Redway, August 25, 1867]
- A letter from Hamilton K. Redway in Washington D.C. to his wife, Loriette Redway, on August 25, 1867. The letter regards Hamilton Redway's business and life in Washington. Redway asks if Ellen is there with Loriette. This may be in reference to his niece, Ellen Loretta. He mentions that there is some excitement over the removal of Secretary of War, Edwin Stanton. Also included with this item is the envelope in which this letter was sent. The envelope is addressed to Mrs. H. K. Redway in Mannsville, New York.
- Letter to Cromwell Jones, 25 February 1870
- Letter from Mary Jones, widow of the last president of the Republic of Texas. The original letter is housed in the University of North Texas Archives.
- [Letter from Jo S. Wallace to Charles Moore, September 25, 1870]
- Letter from Jo Wallace to Charles Moore that discusses health of friends and family, the desire for relatives to move from Tennessee to Texas, building a house, and witnessing the Aurora Borealis.
- [Transcript of letter from Jo S. Wallace to Charles Moore, September 25, 1870]
- Transcript of letter from Jo Wallace to Charles Moore that discusses health of friends and family, the desire for relatives to move from Tennessee to Texas, building a house, and witnessing the Aurora Borealis.
- [Letter from Henry Moore and a child to Charles Moore, October 25, 1870]
- Letter sent by Henry Moore and co-written by a younger relative of Charles Moore that discusses farm life and hunting. Large sections of the text and paper are missing.
- [Transcript of letter from Henry Moore and a child to Charles Moore, October 25, 1870]
- Transcript of a letter sent by Henry Moore and co-written by a younger relative of Charles Moore that discusses farm life and hunting. Large sections of the text are missing.
- [Receipt for Charles B. Moore from the Boston Investigator, September 25, 1874]
- Receipt from J. P. Mendum of the Boston Investigator to Charles B. Moore of McKinney, Texas for $3.10.
- [Letter from Dinkie McGee to her Sister, July 25, 1875]
- The author tells her sister that everyone is doing well except Willie and Sassie who have colds. Mr. McGee died, he had a stroke and had cholera. She had tomatoes for a week. The author still owes $10 on her machine, but her mother gave her $5. The author wants her sister to come and visit so she can make wine for her and her husband. Her sister is planning to sell her goat, and she is going to town to buy a new dress.
- [Receipt of Levi Perryman, October 25, 1875]
- Receipt for a registered letter, sent to Blanton & Blanton in Gainesville, Texas from Levi Perryman. Signed by G.H. Eidson.
- [Receipt of Levi Perryman, October 25, 1875]
- Receipt for a registered letter, sent by Levi Perryman. Addressed to S.M. Guse, signed by G.H. Eidson.
- [Letter from Bettie Franklin and William Dodd to their Sister and Mr. Moore, October 25, 1878]
- They are doing well, she had a slight chill and Abe is getting over his cold with medicine given to him from Dr. Woodson. Her and her mother went to see Mr. Donnell and he doesn't look like he has long to live. MRs. Summers looks well. She and Mrs. Montgomery would like to see her. Mollie Love, Mary, and the children visited. They went to edgefield and didn't have to stay the night because the train was behind schedule. They were at her parent's place but her parent's did not realize they were there until they went out to meet them. The children have gotten bigger and are now in school everyday. They are waiting for their boxes to arrive, her father says there is too much fright on the road. Abe is going to town to get more information. She wants to purchase land to start a home but Abe hasn't said anything. She also wants to be together. Her father and mother wrote postal cards and she asks that they write back soon.
- [Receipt from Stephens and Mattlock to Levi Perryman, January 26, 1879]
- Receipt from Stephens and Matlock to Levi Perryman, per W.A. "Bud" Morris for $3.35 for money collected in case no. 73, Eppstine Brothers and Company vs. Lee N. Perkins and S.F. Manes. This is the money for sale of cigars.
- [Receipt of W. A. Morris, July 25, 1879]
- Received of W. A. Morris $90 for state fees, due to R. E. Broun.
- [Letter from William & Matilda Dodd and Bettie Franklin to Charles B. Moore and Mary Ann Dodd Moore, January 25 and 26, 1880]
- The first page is written from William Dodd to his son-in-law Charles Moore and daughter Mary Ann Dodd Moore on January 25, 1880. The second page is from Matilda Brantley Dodd to her daughter Mary Ann Dodd Moore on Monday morning, January 26, 1880. It discusses some seedlings and saps she would like to Texas, an accident that a small child they know had, and a suicide. The last two pages are from Bettie Franklin to her sister Mary and brother-in-law Charles. It discusses weather and the health of their mutual friends and family. The envelope is addressed to Charles B. Moore, Melissa Texas. It has a hand written note: "Dodd family; received January 29th; 1880."
- [Sworn Statement, January, 25, 1880]
- A sworn statement saying that two men held in custody and identified as Jim and D. Baily were known to the person taking the oath and making this document as G. B. and I. J. Baily.
- [Sworn statement, January 25, 1880]
- Sworn statement made by Frank P. Rudolph that he knows Jim Baily and D. Baily, who are charged with murder in Comanche County, Texas, and that the men held in custody in Montague County, Texas are not the men he knows.
- [Receipt of Levi Perryman, February 25, 1880]
- Received of Levi Perryman $2.25 for a bill.
- [Indemnity Bond, March 25, 1880]
- Indemnity Bond in the case of B. s. Harper vs. Lewis Farrow, in Grayson County, Texas, for the sum of $50.05. The document directs Levi Perryman, sheriff of Montague county to seize property to sureties to guarantee payment by Mr. Farrow to Mr. Harper.
- [Receipt of Levi Perryman, April 25, 1880]
- Received of Levi Perryman $55.55, collected by W. W. Taylor upon the execution issed in case No. 145. A statement shows the different costs. Signed by Justice of the Peace J. M. Wilson.
- [Triplicate Warrant, May 25, 1880]
- A triplicate warrant for Levi Perryman, in the amount of $100.00, is dated May 25, 1880.
- [Triplicate Warrant, October 25, 1880]
- Triplicate warrant that is for Levi Perryman in the amount $200.00 and is dated October 25, 1880.
- [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 Travis Winham to C. B. Moore, September 25, 1882]
- Travis left Sherman with Miss Dora and dropped her off with her family. He took the train to visit Bettie Emerson, who was in Eurkea Springs, Arkansas. He is amazed at how big Fort Worth is. He met up with Charley Moore, whose family was in town. He was very thankful for Charley being kind and courteous. He then went to Dallas and between Fort Worth and Dallas he believes that Dallas will be The City in north east Texas. While waiting at the depot he met George Wilson. Mr Hubbard arrived with Debra Collins and Jack's daughters entertained her. Travis thinks Jack is lucky with his family. He met Uncle Sam Moore and all of his children. He called on Bettie Henry several times. He did not see much of Tom Benton. He thanks Charles and Henry Moore and George Wilson, for their hospitality. He hopes to send love to everyone and thanks for the wonderful time he had.