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Invoices for Quartermasters Stores for 1863
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Description
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This military document is a collection of Quartermasters Stores Invoices for the Missouri State Militia 8th Cavalry Regiment Company "A" that shows the transfer of various items such as wagon grease, paper, and mules in between Lieutenant Thomas A. Wakefield, Captain William C. Human, Lieutenant James J. Akard, Lieutenant J. B. Dexter.
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Date
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1863
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From E.C. to Dear Father and Mother
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This letter, dated March 21, 1862, is from E.C. to his father and mother. E.C. says he is well and is anxious for news of the fight at Sugar Creek: "it is current report that a fight…lasted 4 days with a loss of 8 or ten thousand on the side of the confederate and twenty two thousand killed wounded and prisinors." He adds that skirmishes continue to take place every two or three days.
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Date
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March 21, 1862
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From James Montgomery to George L. Stearns
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In this July 5, 1861 letter from Mound City, James Montgomery informs George L. Stearns that he has entered Missouri, along with 180 men, to aid the Union soldiers. Montgomery describes battles at Ball’s Mill and Bates County, reporting that his men have killed several Rebels and have had no casualties. He also mentions plans to raise a regiment.
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Date
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July 5, 1861
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Title
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Union Men and Their Sufferings in North-Western Missouri
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Description
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This 1864 pamphlet, entitled “Union Men and Their Sufferings in North-Western Missouri,” was written by Major J.M. Bassett, former Provost Marshal-General of the Northwest District of Missouri. Bassett provides a “glance at the history of the Rebellion in Northwest Missouri,” admitting “it may be that my hatred for rebels is too intense, my sympathy for loyal men too strong, to make every sentence I write acceptable to all.” The pamphlet, which features several black-and-white illustrations, was published by the Press of Wynkcop, Hallenbeck, and Thomas in New York, with proceeds from its sale given to The Ladies’ Aid Society of St. Joseph, Missouri.
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Date
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1864
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From Henry H. Harris to Isaac C. Dodge
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Description
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This letter, dated February 14, 1867, is from Henry H. Harris of Arrow Rock, Missouri to attorney Isaac C. Dodge of St. Louis. Harris states that he is sending Dodge claims from two former slave owners seeking compensation from the United States government for the military service of their slaves. The first claim, he says, is from Bemis Brown, former owner of eight male slaves, and the second is from Mary C. George, former owner of one male slave. Harris also asks Dodge about the status of a previous claim.
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Date
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February 14, 1867
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Confederate Paper Currency
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Description
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This collection of thirteen Confederate paper bills were produced in Richmond, Virginia from 1861 to early 1864 and include $5, $10, $20, and $50 denominations.
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Object Type
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Currency
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Date
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1861-1864
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Title
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Missouri State Militia Order to Muster Out Troops
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By order of Major John Cosgrove, Captain William T. Kittredge instructs Capt. James Akard and his men of the Missouri State Militia 8th Cavalry Regiment Company A to travel to St. Louis, MO so that these troops can be mustered out and paid for their service.
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Date
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January 10, 1865
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Quarterly Return of Ordnance and Ordnance Stores, 1864
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Description
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This military document is a return of ordnance and ordnance stores for Company "A" 8th Cavalry Regiment Missouri State Militia under command of Captain James J. Akard for the third quarter of 1864.
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Date
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December 14, 1864
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Title
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List of Colored Recruits Enlisted, 6th District Missouri
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Description
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This January 1864 military roll lists the names of "colored recruits" enlisted in the 30th sub-district of the 6th congressional district of Missouri in Chariton County. The roll provides the soldiers' physical characteristics, occupations, birthplaces, and the names of their owners.
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Date
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January 1864
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Title
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Receipt of Clothing for Military Duty, 1863
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Description
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This military document shows that "the Non-commissioned Officers, Musicians and Privates... acknowledge to have received of Capt DD Stockton the several articles of Clothing" that are listed along with the names and signatures of those enrolled in this company. The original first page of the document appears to be missing.
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Date
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1863
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Title
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From R.T. Branaugh to A.M. Bedford
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Description
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This letter, dated September 3, 1863, is from R.T. Branaugh to A.M. Bedford, Esq. Branaugh reports that Bedford’s horse was “taken by the Feds.” He adds that a mutual acquaintance got it back, only to have it taken by the Feds once again. He also discusses the prices of corn, hemp, and hogs.
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Object Type
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Letter
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Date
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September 3, 1863
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From Mary E. Bedford to Alex M. Bedford
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Description
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On July 17, 1863, Mary E. Bedford writes from Savannah, Missouri to her husband Alex M. Bedford. Mary says that she believes Alex will be exchanged soon, and expresses hope that the war will soon come to an end. She states that she could not retrieve the horse Alex left in Clay County, Missouri, because it was taken as contraband. Mary provides an update about various friends in the area, including several who have left and some who joined the military. She adds that the price of goods is very high and that she may go to Kentucky to stay with relatives.
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Date
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July 17, 1863
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Title
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Missouri State Militia Special Orders to Inspect Horses
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Description
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By order of Major E. B. Eno, H. L. Lattrell informs Captain W. C. Human, Captain James J. Akard, and Lt. W. S. Gibbs to inspect every horse in the Battalion to determine if they are fit for service.
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Date
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June 28, 1863
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Receipt of Clothing for Military Duty
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Description
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This military document shows that "the Non-commissioned Officers, Musicians and Privates... acknowledge to have received of JJ Akard Capt Co A 8 Cav MSM the several articles of clothing" that are listed along with the names and signatures of those enrolled in the Missouri State Militia 8th Cavalry Regiment Company "A".
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Date
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1863-1865
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Title
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Missouri State Militia Battalion Orders No. 5
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Missouri State Militia Major Edward B. Eno dictates that all wives and families of enlisted men belonging to the 8th Cavalry Regiment 1st Battalion must be sent home, claiming that it is "detrimental to the service."
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Date
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May 28, 1863
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From J.H. Smith to A. Comingo
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Description
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On March 17, 1864, Assistant Provost Marshal J.H. Smith writes from the Headquarters of the 3rd Sub-District, Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Missouri, presumably to Capt. A. Comingo, Provost Marshal for the 6th District of Missouri. Smith states that he is sending a list of "colored recruits" enlisted from Lafayette, Jackson, and Saline Counties since January 1, 1864.
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Date
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March 17, 1864
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From P. McClanahan to A. Comingo
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Description
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On December 17, 1863, P. McClanahan writes from Independence, Missouri to Capt. A. Comingo, Provost Marshal for the 6th District of Missouri. McClanahan reports that members of the 11th Kansas Volunteers are camped at Sibley, Missouri, "for the purpose of enticing Negroes from Clay Co." He therefore recommends appointing H.W. Rodewald as a recruiting officer to enlist all black men passing through the area: "I have no doubt but Rodewald would bring them all up."
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Date
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December 17, 1863
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Title
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Letters and Telegrams Sent (Provost Marshal's Office, 6th District Missouri)
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Description
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This notebook contains copies of letters and telegrams sent from the Provost Marshal's Office, 6th District of Missouri, in Lexington Missouri, between May 21, 1864 and November 3, 1864. The letters, written by A. Comingo, Provost Marshal of the 6th District of Missouri, address topics such as guerrilla activity in Chariton County, Missouri and reopening the Provost Marshal's office in Lexington following "the rebel invasion." Correspondents include Missouri Provost Marshal General E.B. Alexander, U.S. Provost Marshal General James B. Fry, and Maj. Gen. W.S. Rosecrans.
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Date
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May 21, 1864-November 3, 1864
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