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Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, February 26,
1863 [electronic resource]
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes a brief note to his wife, enclosing five dollars and responding to news of his daughters' activities. Sara A. Hotchkiss Feb. 26 th 1863 Camp My Deary: Your sweet little note came to me in good time -- it was kind in you to write before you heard from me -- though you had to chide me "the least bit in the world" for not writing -- but mine has come to you before this and you understand my doings & goings -- I reckon Mr. Walker gave you my blank envelope with money ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes a brief note to his wife, enclosing five dollars and responding to news of his daughters' activities. Sara A. Hotchkiss Feb. 26 th 1863 Camp My Deary: Your sweet little note came to me in good time -- it was kind in you to write before you heard from me -- though you had to chide me "the least bit in the world" for not writing -- but mine has come to you before this and you understand my doings & goings -- I reckon Mr. Walker gave you my blank envelope with money ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, March 1, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss writes to his wife, describing the weather in camp, the capture of Yankee cavalry, the illness of a friend, and politics. He also discusses the shooting of deserters and reasons that soldiers desert. Sara A. Hotchkiss Sunday Evening, March 1 st 1863 My Ever Dear One: I wrote to you only a day or two ago by Sandy Garber and enclosed you five dollars, but my letter was a brief one and I feel like writing you a longer one before I may hear from you, though there is nothing ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes to his wife, describing the weather in camp, the capture of Yankee cavalry, the illness of a friend, and politics. He also discusses the shooting of deserters and reasons that soldiers desert. Sara A. Hotchkiss Sunday Evening, March 1 st 1863 My Ever Dear One: I wrote to you only a day or two ago by Sandy Garber and enclosed you five dollars, but my letter was a brief one and I feel like writing you a longer one before I may hear from you, though there is nothing ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, March 13, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss writes a brief letter to his wife, discussing pay, food in camp, and a finished map of the battle of Winchester. Sara A. Hotchkiss Friday Morning March 13 th 1863 Moss Neck Va. My Dear Sara: Your good little letter, along with Nelly's first effort, a very good one too, came last night & I was very glad to hear from you and as you think it would add to your comfort to hear from me oftener I cannot refuse to take a few moments from toil to indulge in the more agreeable dut...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes a brief letter to his wife, discussing pay, food in camp, and a finished map of the battle of Winchester. Sara A. Hotchkiss Friday Morning March 13 th 1863 Moss Neck Va. My Dear Sara: Your good little letter, along with Nelly's first effort, a very good one too, came last night & I was very glad to hear from you and as you think it would add to your comfort to hear from me oftener I cannot refuse to take a few moments from toil to indulge in the more agreeable dut...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, March 15, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss writes about the horrible destruction of war, the bad weather in camp, and the environment around the camp. He comments on the farm and affairs back home, and a possible commission for himself. Sara A. Hotchkiss Sunday Night March 15 th 1863 Moss Neck, Caroline Co. Va. My Own Dear Wife: I wrote you a few lines the other day when I received your welcome letter, but promised that should not be a bar to my writing agian today, as usual, so I am now prompt to fulfill my agre...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes about the horrible destruction of war, the bad weather in camp, and the environment around the camp. He comments on the farm and affairs back home, and a possible commission for himself. Sara A. Hotchkiss Sunday Night March 15 th 1863 Moss Neck, Caroline Co. Va. My Own Dear Wife: I wrote you a few lines the other day when I received your welcome letter, but promised that should not be a bar to my writing agian today, as usual, so I am now prompt to fulfill my agre...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, March 20, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss describes setting up camp in their new location, and a raid by the Yankees. He comments on the food in camp, and his wife's health. Sara A. Hotchkiss March 20 th 1863 Camp near Hamilton's Crossing My Dr Wife: This is the middle of the week, we are comfortably fixed in our new quarters, about a mile & a half from Hamilton's Crossing and a mile from Gen. Lee's Hd. Qrs. we got fixed just in time to avoid the snow storm which is now raging, and which will keep the Yankees qu...
Context: ... Hotchkiss describes setting up camp in their new location, and a raid by the Yankees. He comments on the food in camp, and his wife's health. Sara A. Hotchkiss March 20 th 1863 Camp near Hamilton's Crossing My Dr Wife: This is the middle of the week, we are comfortably fixed in our new quarters, about a mile & a half from Hamilton's Crossing and a mile from Gen. Lee's Hd. Qrs. we got fixed just in time to avoid the snow storm which is now raging, and which will keep the Yankees qu...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, March 27, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss describes to his wife a Sunday in camp, commenting extensively on the preaching. He discusses his brother's success in selling a farm, and gives advice to his wife on cultivating relationships with some new neighbors. Sara A. Hotchkiss March 27 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps My Dear One: Your letter and its enclosed slip came a few days ago and as I had written a letter for T. Kinney to take up the day before & which he did not call to get, I put it in the office and sent i...
Context: ... Hotchkiss describes to his wife a Sunday in camp, commenting extensively on the preaching. He discusses his brother's success in selling a farm, and gives advice to his wife on cultivating relationships with some new neighbors. Sara A. Hotchkiss March 27 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps My Dear One: Your letter and its enclosed slip came a few days ago and as I had written a letter for T. Kinney to take up the day before & which he did not call to get, I put it in the office and sent i...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, April 2, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss relates various bits of news to his wife: his mapmaking, a prayer meeting, the weather, food, prospects for future employment, and some business matters. Sara A. Hotchkiss Thursday, April 2 nd 1863 Camp near Hamilton's Crossing My Dear Wife: Your letter of Monday came to me today -- and I am glad the news about an advance of the enemy, in force, up the Valley, is unfounded -- so the late news would seem to indicate -- I spoke to Gen. Jackson today, about the enemy in the...
Context: ... Hotchkiss relates various bits of news to his wife: his mapmaking, a prayer meeting, the weather, food, prospects for future employment, and some business matters. Sara A. Hotchkiss Thursday, April 2 nd 1863 Camp near Hamilton's Crossing My Dear Wife: Your letter of Monday came to me today -- and I am glad the news about an advance of the enemy, in force, up the Valley, is unfounded -- so the late news would seem to indicate -- I spoke to Gen. Jackson today, about the enemy in the...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, April 8, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss recalls the joys of home, describes a prayer meeting in camp, and discusses his supply of food. Sara A. Hotchkiss Wednesday April 8 th 1863 Camp near Hamilton's Crossing, Va. My Dear Sara: I have been intending to write to you for several days, but have been so busy and so tired that I have put it off until tonight, when I feel that I must write some, you will miss the letter as you "miss me at Home" these are long days -- O that I were at home now -- I so much enjoy the...
Context: ... Hotchkiss recalls the joys of home, describes a prayer meeting in camp, and discusses his supply of food. Sara A. Hotchkiss Wednesday April 8 th 1863 Camp near Hamilton's Crossing, Va. My Dear Sara: I have been intending to write to you for several days, but have been so busy and so tired that I have put it off until tonight, when I feel that I must write some, you will miss the letter as you "miss me at Home" these are long days -- O that I were at home now -- I so much enjoy the...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, April 13, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss requests food items from his wife, comments on affairs at home, including illness, and discusses a potential purchase of property. Sara A. Hotchkiss Monday April 13 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps A. N. V. My Ever Dear One: I did not write to you today for I intend to send William up tomorrow to take my trunk &c to the rear and so I shall write a few lines by him, for I am too tired to write much, as I have been overhauling baggage today & fixing up -- An order has been i...
Context: ... Hotchkiss requests food items from his wife, comments on affairs at home, including illness, and discusses a potential purchase of property. Sara A. Hotchkiss Monday April 13 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps A. N. V. My Ever Dear One: I did not write to you today for I intend to send William up tomorrow to take my trunk &c to the rear and so I shall write a few lines by him, for I am too tired to write much, as I have been overhauling baggage today & fixing up -- An order has been i...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, April 24, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss discusses the food items he sent home, and the visit of General Lee's wife to the camp. Sara A. Hotchkiss April 24 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps A. N. Va. My Ever Dear One: I have been delaying to write to you, owing to a press of business and a mishap that befel me in the running off of my horse, compelling me to look three days for him, hard riding, in the rain, and it was only this P. M. that I found him, so I have not been in any mood for writing, you may well imagine....
Context: ... Hotchkiss discusses the food items he sent home, and the visit of General Lee's wife to the camp. Sara A. Hotchkiss April 24 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps A. N. Va. My Ever Dear One: I have been delaying to write to you, owing to a press of business and a mishap that befel me in the running off of my horse, compelling me to look three days for him, hard riding, in the rain, and it was only this P. M. that I found him, so I have not been in any mood for writing, you may well imagine....
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, April 29, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss describes troop movements in preparation for an expected battle, and describes to his wife his possible role in the battle. He also comments & gives instructions on affairs at home. Sara A. Hotchkiss April 29 th (Wednesday) 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps A. N. Va. My Dear, Dear Wife -- I must write to you again upon the eve of an expected battle, that must be one of the most sanguinary of the whole war -- The enemy commenced crossings at an early hour this morning, lower down ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss describes troop movements in preparation for an expected battle, and describes to his wife his possible role in the battle. He also comments & gives instructions on affairs at home. Sara A. Hotchkiss April 29 th (Wednesday) 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps A. N. Va. My Dear, Dear Wife -- I must write to you again upon the eve of an expected battle, that must be one of the most sanguinary of the whole war -- The enemy commenced crossings at an early hour this morning, lower down ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, May 6, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss writes from the battlefield at Chancellorsville, describing the battle, the death of his tent-mate, and the wounding of General Jackson, who lost his arm. Sara A. Hotchkiss May 6 th 1863 Battle Field of Chancellorsville My Dr. Wife: The Yankees have just gotten over the river again -- after 4 days fighting one of the most severe & bloody battles of the war in which our loss has been very heavy as could have been expected -- while the enemy's has been much greater & he ha...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes from the battlefield at Chancellorsville, describing the battle, the death of his tent-mate, and the wounding of General Jackson, who lost his arm. Sara A. Hotchkiss May 6 th 1863 Battle Field of Chancellorsville My Dr. Wife: The Yankees have just gotten over the river again -- after 4 days fighting one of the most severe & bloody battles of the war in which our loss has been very heavy as could have been expected -- while the enemy's has been much greater & he ha...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, May 10, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss describes the battle of Chancellorsville and its aftermath, death toll and prisoners taken. He reports that General Jackson's condition is worse, and that he is near death. He comments briefly on affairs at home. Sara A. Hotchkiss Sunday May 10 th 1863 Camp near Battle Field of Chancellorsville My Dear Wife: Your letter of the 5 th came to me today & though I have written to you twice since the battles began I will write again now lest I may not have time to write for se...
Context: ... Hotchkiss describes the battle of Chancellorsville and its aftermath, death toll and prisoners taken. He reports that General Jackson's condition is worse, and that he is near death. He comments briefly on affairs at home. Sara A. Hotchkiss Sunday May 10 th 1863 Camp near Battle Field of Chancellorsville My Dear Wife: Your letter of the 5 th came to me today & though I have written to you twice since the battles began I will write again now lest I may not have time to write for se...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, May 19, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss describes the battle of Chancellorsville, including details of how General Jackson got shot. He describes the actions of the Yankees in the Valley, and the reactions of the inhabitants. Sara A. Hotchkiss May 19 th 1863 2 nd Corps A. N Va. My Dear Wife: I got back today from my survey of the battle field in which I have been engaged for more than a week past, & employ this evening in bringing up my correspondence, limited as it is, I have only written one briefe note, and...
Context: ... Hotchkiss describes the battle of Chancellorsville, including details of how General Jackson got shot. He describes the actions of the Yankees in the Valley, and the reactions of the inhabitants. Sara A. Hotchkiss May 19 th 1863 2 nd Corps A. N Va. My Dear Wife: I got back today from my survey of the battle field in which I have been engaged for more than a week past, & employ this evening in bringing up my correspondence, limited as it is, I have only written one briefe note, and...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, May 31, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss writes to his wife, describing personnel changes in the Army after the Battle of Chancellorsville. Hotchkiss does not anticipate being able to go home soon, but comments on affairs at home. Sara A. Hotchkiss May 31 st 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps. My Darling Wife: I received, a few days ago, your letter stating that you had just received my second letter since the battle, only relieving you of suspense after a long time -- too long, for such suspense weighs heavily, & presse...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes to his wife, describing personnel changes in the Army after the Battle of Chancellorsville. Hotchkiss does not anticipate being able to go home soon, but comments on affairs at home. Sara A. Hotchkiss May 31 st 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps. My Darling Wife: I received, a few days ago, your letter stating that you had just received my second letter since the battle, only relieving you of suspense after a long time -- too long, for such suspense weighs heavily, & presse...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, June 6, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss describes the army's newest movements, originally towards Culpeper. He describes the marks the two armies have left on the Valley's landscape. Hotchkiss also comments on affairs at home, and his family. Sara A. Hotchkiss June 6 th 1863 Camp near Locust Grove, Orange Co. Va. My Dear Wife: We are again on the move, off for a long march I doubt not, whither it is not my province to conjecture, only our movement is offensive, not defensive -- We were going to Culpeper C. H. ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss describes the army's newest movements, originally towards Culpeper. He describes the marks the two armies have left on the Valley's landscape. Hotchkiss also comments on affairs at home, and his family. Sara A. Hotchkiss June 6 th 1863 Camp near Locust Grove, Orange Co. Va. My Dear Wife: We are again on the move, off for a long march I doubt not, whither it is not my province to conjecture, only our movement is offensive, not defensive -- We were going to Culpeper C. H. ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, June 15, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss describes the Confederate Army's capture of Winchester-- killed, wounded, and prisoners taken--and the scattering of the Union army. Sara A. Hotchkiss June 15 th 1863 Winchester Va. My Dear Wife I have time to write but a few lines, we captured the place this morning with small loss, only about 156 killed & wounded & we took some 3000 prisoners, 22 pieces of artillery, many small arms & large supplies of all kinds -- Milroy got off with a few cavalry, but we are pursu...
Context: ... Hotchkiss describes the Confederate Army's capture of Winchester-- killed, wounded, and prisoners taken--and the scattering of the Union army. Sara A. Hotchkiss June 15 th 1863 Winchester Va. My Dear Wife I have time to write but a few lines, we captured the place this morning with small loss, only about 156 killed & wounded & we took some 3000 prisoners, 22 pieces of artillery, many small arms & large supplies of all kinds -- Milroy got off with a few cavalry, but we are pursu...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, June 24, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss describes the Confederate Army's movement northwards to Sharpsburg, then to Pennsylvania. He writes of the supplies the army is acquiring there, and describes the people of Pennsylvania. He also gives brief instructions to his wife concerning affairs at home. Sara A. Hotchkiss June 24 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps -- Near Chambersburg Pa -- My Darling Wife: I know you have before now been looking eagerly for another letter from me since I wrote from Winchester but we have ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss describes the Confederate Army's movement northwards to Sharpsburg, then to Pennsylvania. He writes of the supplies the army is acquiring there, and describes the people of Pennsylvania. He also gives brief instructions to his wife concerning affairs at home. Sara A. Hotchkiss June 24 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps -- Near Chambersburg Pa -- My Darling Wife: I know you have before now been looking eagerly for another letter from me since I wrote from Winchester but we have ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, June 28, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss describes the people and provisions the Confederate Army finds in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, and the lack of military opposition in the vicinity. Sara A. Hotchkiss June 28 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps A.N.V. Carlisle Pa. My Darling Sara: I have just returned from our regular Sermon by Mr. Lacy to our quarters in the U.S. Barracks, at Carlisle, having heard a good sermon & been well rested by the good long sleep of last night, undisturbed by an order to march at dawn -- We re...
Context: ... Hotchkiss describes the people and provisions the Confederate Army finds in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, and the lack of military opposition in the vicinity. Sara A. Hotchkiss June 28 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps A.N.V. Carlisle Pa. My Darling Sara: I have just returned from our regular Sermon by Mr. Lacy to our quarters in the U.S. Barracks, at Carlisle, having heard a good sermon & been well rested by the good long sleep of last night, undisturbed by an order to march at dawn -- We re...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, July 5, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss recounts to his wife the battles at Gettysburg, and the heavy losses on both sides. He continues two days later, describing the Confederate Army's retreat. Sara A. Hotchkiss July 5 th 1863 Camp near Fairfield Adams Co. Pa. My Darling: I know you are anxious to hear from me & now while the amries are again mustering for battle, as I sit on my bundle of straw that Wm has brought me to rest on, I will write to you a few lines. I wrote to you from Carlisle -- our Cavalry wen...
Context: ... Hotchkiss recounts to his wife the battles at Gettysburg, and the heavy losses on both sides. He continues two days later, describing the Confederate Army's retreat. Sara A. Hotchkiss July 5 th 1863 Camp near Fairfield Adams Co. Pa. My Darling: I know you are anxious to hear from me & now while the amries are again mustering for battle, as I sit on my bundle of straw that Wm has brought me to rest on, I will write to you a few lines. I wrote to you from Carlisle -- our Cavalry wen...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, July 11, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss sends a brief note to his wife, informing her of preparations for another battle. Sara A. Hotchkiss Sat. Morn July 11 th 1863 My Dr Wife I have only time before we ride to place our troops for another sanguinary battle on the banks up the Antietam God grand we may be successful -- I am well -- very well, we are all hopeful & in good spirits, never better -- Gen Lee has issued a soul stirring address this morning -- and our men will perform deeds of valor -- My bundle I ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss sends a brief note to his wife, informing her of preparations for another battle. Sara A. Hotchkiss Sat. Morn July 11 th 1863 My Dr Wife I have only time before we ride to place our troops for another sanguinary battle on the banks up the Antietam God grand we may be successful -- I am well -- very well, we are all hopeful & in good spirits, never better -- Gen Lee has issued a soul stirring address this morning -- and our men will perform deeds of valor -- My bundle I ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, July 14, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss writes to his wife that the Confederate army is back in Virginia, and not demoralized at all after Gettysburg, and ridicules the lack of pursuit by the Union troops. He comments also on affairs at home. Sara A. Hotchkiss July 14 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps -- 2 Miles E. of Martinsburg Va -- My Darling: I wrote to you a few days ago that we were on the morning of a sanguinary conflict -- or all expected it -- after the boasting of the Yankees about Gettysburg -- one would...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes to his wife that the Confederate army is back in Virginia, and not demoralized at all after Gettysburg, and ridicules the lack of pursuit by the Union troops. He comments also on affairs at home. Sara A. Hotchkiss July 14 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps -- 2 Miles E. of Martinsburg Va -- My Darling: I wrote to you a few days ago that we were on the morning of a sanguinary conflict -- or all expected it -- after the boasting of the Yankees about Gettysburg -- one would...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, July 17, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss lists items he is sending back to his wife, as the army is reducing the number of baggage wagons. He describes some fighting as the army crossed a river, without too much loss. Sara A. Hotchkiss July 17 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps My Dr Wife: I send back today the most of my baggage -- we have a general cutting down so as to reduce our wagons from 4000 to 2000, I send, let me see, here is the invoice: 1 Carpet Bag full of sundries, some fine cotton & Hdkfs & Gloves & ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss lists items he is sending back to his wife, as the army is reducing the number of baggage wagons. He describes some fighting as the army crossed a river, without too much loss. Sara A. Hotchkiss July 17 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps My Dr Wife: I send back today the most of my baggage -- we have a general cutting down so as to reduce our wagons from 4000 to 2000, I send, let me see, here is the invoice: 1 Carpet Bag full of sundries, some fine cotton & Hdkfs & Gloves & ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, July 19, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss describes a Sunday in camp. He comments on the New York draft riots and Northern morale, and says that the Gettysburg casualties were much fewer than reported. Sara A. Hotchkiss July 19 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps Darkesville Va. My Dearest: Yours of the 11 th , one week ago today, came to hand yesterday, and tho' I have written to you twice & wrote to you yesterday by Humphreys, in sending back my baggage, yet I will write again in reply to yours -- We are quiet -- in c...
Context: ... Hotchkiss describes a Sunday in camp. He comments on the New York draft riots and Northern morale, and says that the Gettysburg casualties were much fewer than reported. Sara A. Hotchkiss July 19 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps Darkesville Va. My Dearest: Yours of the 11 th , one week ago today, came to hand yesterday, and tho' I have written to you twice & wrote to you yesterday by Humphreys, in sending back my baggage, yet I will write again in reply to yours -- We are quiet -- in c...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, July 25, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss briefly describes a small battle at Front Royal, the weather, and a Sunday's rest. Sara A. Hotchkiss Saturday July 25 th 1863 Camp Near Luray My Dear Sara: I have not heard from you for a long time & have written to you several times, but I know, with your accustomed thoughtfulness, you have written to me many times & in our moving about the letters have turned by the wayside & I can only blame the carriers for my want of sweet missives from My lone dove at home -- We...
Context: ... Hotchkiss briefly describes a small battle at Front Royal, the weather, and a Sunday's rest. Sara A. Hotchkiss Saturday July 25 th 1863 Camp Near Luray My Dear Sara: I have not heard from you for a long time & have written to you several times, but I know, with your accustomed thoughtfulness, you have written to me many times & in our moving about the letters have turned by the wayside & I can only blame the carriers for my want of sweet missives from My lone dove at home -- We...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, August 15, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss describes travelling over the countryside, making a map. He writes of Sunday in camp, and the lack of battle activity at present. Sara A. Hotchkiss August 15 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps Orange Court House Va -- My Darling Sara: I have just returned from an all day's ride over the roads & hills along the Rapidan and eaten my frugal dinner of corn, beans, stewed peaches & bread, and now; just as the glorious sun is sinking behind the distant Blue Ridge , looking at me away...
Context: ... Hotchkiss describes travelling over the countryside, making a map. He writes of Sunday in camp, and the lack of battle activity at present. Sara A. Hotchkiss August 15 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps Orange Court House Va -- My Darling Sara: I have just returned from an all day's ride over the roads & hills along the Rapidan and eaten my frugal dinner of corn, beans, stewed peaches & bread, and now; just as the glorious sun is sinking behind the distant Blue Ridge , looking at me away...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, August 21, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss writes of a Sunday in camp, commenting on the sermon at length. He hopes to get leave to go home soon. Sara A. Hotchkiss August 21 st 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps -- Orange C.H. Va. My Dear Wife and Children: I have a little leisure in the cool of this evening & I will write you a few lines -- a little conversation, tho' far away over the Blue Mountains -- We have had an "appointed day of fasting & prayer", and it has been well observed -- a Sabbath stillness has prevaile...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes of a Sunday in camp, commenting on the sermon at length. He hopes to get leave to go home soon. Sara A. Hotchkiss August 21 st 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps -- Orange C.H. Va. My Dear Wife and Children: I have a little leisure in the cool of this evening & I will write you a few lines -- a little conversation, tho' far away over the Blue Mountains -- We have had an "appointed day of fasting & prayer", and it has been well observed -- a Sabbath stillness has prevaile...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, August 30, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss writes to his wife, describing a Sunday in camp, the sermon, and music and dancing entertainment. He gives his wife his thoughts on education/religious training for the children. Sara A. Hotchkiss Aug. 30 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps Orange C.H. My Darling Wife: I have not heard from you but once since the one joyful day I spent at home & feel uneasy at your unusual delay, but think the excitement that has been in the Valley may have prevented, in fact unfitted you, fo...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes to his wife, describing a Sunday in camp, the sermon, and music and dancing entertainment. He gives his wife his thoughts on education/religious training for the children. Sara A. Hotchkiss Aug. 30 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps Orange C.H. My Darling Wife: I have not heard from you but once since the one joyful day I spent at home & feel uneasy at your unusual delay, but think the excitement that has been in the Valley may have prevented, in fact unfitted you, fo...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, September 6,
1863 [electronic resource]
Context: ... Hotchkiss conveys various pieces of news to his wife: the possibility of leave, affairs at home, and preaching in camp. Sara A. Hotchkiss Sunday Night -- Sept. 6 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps -- Orange C.H. My Loved One: I have a chance to send a letter to Staunton tomorrow & I cannot miss the occasion to give you a salutation -- (would I could seal it with a dear sweet kiss) and let you know of my welfare I added to my last that I had received yours telling me of Nelson's being ove...
Context: ... Hotchkiss conveys various pieces of news to his wife: the possibility of leave, affairs at home, and preaching in camp. Sara A. Hotchkiss Sunday Night -- Sept. 6 th 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps -- Orange C.H. My Loved One: I have a chance to send a letter to Staunton tomorrow & I cannot miss the occasion to give you a salutation -- (would I could seal it with a dear sweet kiss) and let you know of my welfare I added to my last that I had received yours telling me of Nelson's being ove...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, October 7, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss describes his journey upon leaving home after a visit. Sara A. Hotchkiss October 7 th 1863 "The Hall" Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps My Dear Wife: I got to Staunton by half past five and had time to get all my errands attended to before the cars started then got along very well to Orange C.H , & there Mr. Shaw invited me to spend the night at his house, so after paying my respects to Gen. Lee & chatting a while with Maj. Harman I went up & had a good night's rest on a feather be...
Context: ... Hotchkiss describes his journey upon leaving home after a visit. Sara A. Hotchkiss October 7 th 1863 "The Hall" Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps My Dear Wife: I got to Staunton by half past five and had time to get all my errands attended to before the cars started then got along very well to Orange C.H , & there Mr. Shaw invited me to spend the night at his house, so after paying my respects to Gen. Lee & chatting a while with Maj. Harman I went up & had a good night's rest on a feather be...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, October 9, 1863
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Context: ... Hotchkiss writes his wife a brief note to inform her that the Army is moving. Sara A. Hotchkiss Oct -- 9 th 1863 My Dr Wife We are off to flank the enemy -- I have only time to write so I say I am well & send you $30 -- I will soon send more I will write soon Love to all God bless you Your Aff hus -- Jed. Hotchkiss ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes his wife a brief note to inform her that the Army is moving. Sara A. Hotchkiss Oct -- 9 th 1863 My Dr Wife We are off to flank the enemy -- I have only time to write so I say I am well & send you $30 -- I will soon send more I will write soon Love to all God bless you Your Aff hus -- Jed. Hotchkiss ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, October 15,
1863 [electronic resource]
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes a brief note to his wife after a skirmish with Federal troops, who retreated beyond Manassas. Sara A. Hotchkiss Oct -- 15 th 1863 Bristoe Station My Dr Sara We came here yesterday after a little skirmish with the en-enemy at Auoborn in which we had one man wounded, & we killed & wounded several of the enemy & routed them & followed here where we had quite a fight with them, Hiles Corps only being engaged -- he had a good many killed & wounded and lost 5 pieces ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes a brief note to his wife after a skirmish with Federal troops, who retreated beyond Manassas. Sara A. Hotchkiss Oct -- 15 th 1863 Bristoe Station My Dr Sara We came here yesterday after a little skirmish with the en-enemy at Auoborn in which we had one man wounded, & we killed & wounded several of the enemy & routed them & followed here where we had quite a fight with them, Hiles Corps only being engaged -- he had a good many killed & wounded and lost 5 pieces ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, October 19,
1863 [electronic resource]
Context: ... Hotchkiss responds to news from home, and mentions briefly the movement and activities of the Army. Sara A. Hotchkiss Oct 19 th 1863 Camp near Brandy My Dear Sara I just recd. your letter of the 13 th telling me of the sad condition of poor Allie -- Heaven help her -- I am so sorry I was not at Home to cheer & console her, it is such a blow to her & to you -- alone as you both are -- I can only attribute it to the condition of his system, his nerves shattered by the rackings of...
Context: ... Hotchkiss responds to news from home, and mentions briefly the movement and activities of the Army. Sara A. Hotchkiss Oct 19 th 1863 Camp near Brandy My Dear Sara I just recd. your letter of the 13 th telling me of the sad condition of poor Allie -- Heaven help her -- I am so sorry I was not at Home to cheer & console her, it is such a blow to her & to you -- alone as you both are -- I can only attribute it to the condition of his system, his nerves shattered by the rackings of...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, October 22,
1863 [electronic resource]
Context: ... Hotchkiss comments on affairs at home, food in camp, and miscellaneous information. Sara A. Hotchkiss Oct. 22 nd 1863 Brandy Station My Dear: I recd. yours of the 14 th today, so long, on my way up here to see if Mrs. Wise's daughters had heard from home -- & as Uncle Jeff goes up tomorrow I avail myself of it to write you a few lines. I am much gratified that Allie has recovered from her worst state & reason has resumed its sway -- I think she has done right & am ready to sust...
Context: ... Hotchkiss comments on affairs at home, food in camp, and miscellaneous information. Sara A. Hotchkiss Oct. 22 nd 1863 Brandy Station My Dear: I recd. yours of the 14 th today, so long, on my way up here to see if Mrs. Wise's daughters had heard from home -- & as Uncle Jeff goes up tomorrow I avail myself of it to write you a few lines. I am much gratified that Allie has recovered from her worst state & reason has resumed its sway -- I think she has done right & am ready to sust...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, November 9,
1863 [electronic resource]
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes to his wife of a battle near Culpeper, Virginia. He comments on his current accomodations, and on their children. Sara A. Hotchkiss Monday Nov -- 9 th 1863 Martins House My Dear Sara: We left Culpeper yesterday the enemy having come in the day previous & got a decided advantage over us by capturing nearly a Brigade some 1300 men that we had on picket across the Rappahannock. They also got our advantage in position at Kelly's ford & so drove our men from there & ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes to his wife of a battle near Culpeper, Virginia. He comments on his current accomodations, and on their children. Sara A. Hotchkiss Monday Nov -- 9 th 1863 Martins House My Dear Sara: We left Culpeper yesterday the enemy having come in the day previous & got a decided advantage over us by capturing nearly a Brigade some 1300 men that we had on picket across the Rappahannock. They also got our advantage in position at Kelly's ford & so drove our men from there & ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, November 11,
1863 [electronic resource]
Context: ... Hotchkiss comments on news from home, and speculates about the army's future activities. Mrs. Sara A. Hotchkiss Churchville Augusta Co. Va. Sara A. Hotchkiss Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps Nov. 11 th 1863 My Dear Wife: I wrote you briefly the day we got here, to Morton Hall & have heard form you twice since, so I must write a few lines again, tho' but 3 days since I wrote. You have heard before this that my butter came safely to hand & very soon - I do not think it could hve stopped at Go...
Context: ... Hotchkiss comments on news from home, and speculates about the army's future activities. Mrs. Sara A. Hotchkiss Churchville Augusta Co. Va. Sara A. Hotchkiss Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps Nov. 11 th 1863 My Dear Wife: I wrote you briefly the day we got here, to Morton Hall & have heard form you twice since, so I must write a few lines again, tho' but 3 days since I wrote. You have heard before this that my butter came safely to hand & very soon - I do not think it could hve stopped at Go...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, November 17,
1863 [electronic resource]
Context: ... Hotchkiss gives instructions to his wife concerning financial matters at home. Sara A. Hotchkiss Nov. 17 th 1863 -- Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps -- Morton Hall My Dear One: Capt. Carroll, one of Gen. Ewell's aides is going up to Staunton today and I avail myself of the opportunity to enclose you One Hundred Dollars, as you may need it for some purpose, and I may not soon have another opportunity as good. If you can you may take up the a/c of Dr. Butcher in James Bear's hands, one or both, ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss gives instructions to his wife concerning financial matters at home. Sara A. Hotchkiss Nov. 17 th 1863 -- Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps -- Morton Hall My Dear One: Capt. Carroll, one of Gen. Ewell's aides is going up to Staunton today and I avail myself of the opportunity to enclose you One Hundred Dollars, as you may need it for some purpose, and I may not soon have another opportunity as good. If you can you may take up the a/c of Dr. Butcher in James Bear's hands, one or both, ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, November 22,
1863 [electronic resource]
Context: ... Hotchkiss relates news from camp, concerning officers, preaching, and camp life. He comments on family news, and on various other topics. Sara A. Hotchkiss Nov. 22 nd 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps My Dear Wife: It has been some days since I wrote to you a letter of any length, as the letter I sent by Capt. Carroll enclosing $100--, had only a few lines in it as he was on the point of starting when I heard he was going. Nelly's letter came a few days ago also, & I was very glad to hear ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss relates news from camp, concerning officers, preaching, and camp life. He comments on family news, and on various other topics. Sara A. Hotchkiss Nov. 22 nd 1863 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps My Dear Wife: It has been some days since I wrote to you a letter of any length, as the letter I sent by Capt. Carroll enclosing $100--, had only a few lines in it as he was on the point of starting when I heard he was going. Nelly's letter came a few days ago also, & I was very glad to hear ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, November 28,
1863 [electronic resource]
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes a brief note to his wife, notifying her of a small battle. Sara A. Hotchkiss Sat -- Morn. Nov. 28 th 1863 Verdiersville 12 Ms below Orange C.H. Dr Wife -- We had a fight with Meade yesterday -- Johnson whipped his right wing not much loss in killed a good many wounded -- only B. F. Whitner very slightly from near us, tell Mr Arnold to send to his family * I am very well -- Our Cavalry fell on the enemy's rear burnt 40 ammunition wagons, brought off 20 & 150 extra ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes a brief note to his wife, notifying her of a small battle. Sara A. Hotchkiss Sat -- Morn. Nov. 28 th 1863 Verdiersville 12 Ms below Orange C.H. Dr Wife -- We had a fight with Meade yesterday -- Johnson whipped his right wing not much loss in killed a good many wounded -- only B. F. Whitner very slightly from near us, tell Mr Arnold to send to his family * I am very well -- Our Cavalry fell on the enemy's rear burnt 40 ammunition wagons, brought off 20 & 150 extra ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, November 30,
1863 [electronic resource]
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes to his wife on his birthday, telling her of skirmishing and a possible battle in the near future. Sara A. Hotchkiss Nov. 30 th 1863 Camp 3 miles below Verdiersville, Orange Co -- Va Though it is quite late, My darling -- I am weary, yet I know you will be anxious to hear from me & that you have often thought of me this day -- with all the hearts devotion of a loving wife - especially as this is my birthday -- but I cannot speak of that - We are still confronting t...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes to his wife on his birthday, telling her of skirmishing and a possible battle in the near future. Sara A. Hotchkiss Nov. 30 th 1863 Camp 3 miles below Verdiersville, Orange Co -- Va Though it is quite late, My darling -- I am weary, yet I know you will be anxious to hear from me & that you have often thought of me this day -- with all the hearts devotion of a loving wife - especially as this is my birthday -- but I cannot speak of that - We are still confronting t...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, December 3,
1863 [electronic resource]
Context: ... Hotchkiss tells his wife of skirmishing, the retreat of the Union troops and their horrific treatment of civiliams. He relates miscellaneous news about himself, and comments on that from home. Mrs Sara A Hotchkiss Churchville Augusta Co Va -- Sara A. Hotchkiss Dec. 3 rd 1863 Morton's House My Dear Sara: I rec'd yesterday a letter from you & one today, both very welcome as I had not heard from you for some time & had not heard of the reception of the money I sent you, but I have ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss tells his wife of skirmishing, the retreat of the Union troops and their horrific treatment of civiliams. He relates miscellaneous news about himself, and comments on that from home. Mrs Sara A Hotchkiss Churchville Augusta Co Va -- Sara A. Hotchkiss Dec. 3 rd 1863 Morton's House My Dear Sara: I rec'd yesterday a letter from you & one today, both very welcome as I had not heard from you for some time & had not heard of the reception of the money I sent you, but I have ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, December 6,
1863 [electronic resource]
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes to his wife, describing a skirmish with the Union troops, and discussing the patriotism of the soldiers in the Army of Northern Virginia. Sara A. Hotchkiss Dec. 6 th 1863 "Morton House" -- Orange Co. Va -- My Dear One: This is Sunday night & though I have written to you this week & have nothing of interest to communicate, I cannot forgo my custom of having a chat with you at this time regularly -- It is said the enemy has removed his infantry across the Rappahanoc...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes to his wife, describing a skirmish with the Union troops, and discussing the patriotism of the soldiers in the Army of Northern Virginia. Sara A. Hotchkiss Dec. 6 th 1863 "Morton House" -- Orange Co. Va -- My Dear One: This is Sunday night & though I have written to you this week & have nothing of interest to communicate, I cannot forgo my custom of having a chat with you at this time regularly -- It is said the enemy has removed his infantry across the Rappahanoc...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, April 17, 1864
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Context: ... Hotchkiss writes to his wife, describing activities in camp, a church service, and the progress of the war. Sara A. Hotchkiss Sunday P.M. April 17 th 1864 My Dear One: Much to my regret I could not find any way to get home short of walking in & back & the mud is too deep for that much effort, for my friends consider me constitutionally averse to much exertion, so I have patiently endured my fate -- tired one night on my diminished no: of blankets & eaten a cold dinner today off...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes to his wife, describing activities in camp, a church service, and the progress of the war. Sara A. Hotchkiss Sunday P.M. April 17 th 1864 My Dear One: Much to my regret I could not find any way to get home short of walking in & back & the mud is too deep for that much effort, for my friends consider me constitutionally averse to much exertion, so I have patiently endured my fate -- tired one night on my diminished no: of blankets & eaten a cold dinner today off...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, April 21, 1864
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Context: ... Hotchkiss relates news of camp and the army to his wife. Sara A. Hotchkiss April 21 st 1864 Morton Hall My Own Dear One: I know you are expecting to hear from me & I will not disappoint you by a longer delay. I wrote you on Sunday -- We got off on Monday & got through to Hd. Qrs. the same evening - all in good spirits &c -- I found my horses at the Depot -- they had stood the trip well -- Found Mrs. Ewell still here but making arrangements to move to Richmond -- she was much pl...
Context: ... Hotchkiss relates news of camp and the army to his wife. Sara A. Hotchkiss April 21 st 1864 Morton Hall My Own Dear One: I know you are expecting to hear from me & I will not disappoint you by a longer delay. I wrote you on Sunday -- We got off on Monday & got through to Hd. Qrs. the same evening - all in good spirits &c -- I found my horses at the Depot -- they had stood the trip well -- Found Mrs. Ewell still here but making arrangements to move to Richmond -- she was much pl...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, April 26, 1864
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Context: ... Hotchkiss describes the actions of Grant and the Union army, and relates miscellaneous news. Sara A. Hotchkiss A. M. Ap. 26 th 1864 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps My Dear Sara: I thought I should have heard from you before now -- but I suppose you have written my letter has stuck by the way -- I have written twice, but know you expect another this week and I would not deprive you of the small amount of pleasure that lies in my power to confer on you -- We are now having fine weather & expect...
Context: ... Hotchkiss describes the actions of Grant and the Union army, and relates miscellaneous news. Sara A. Hotchkiss A. M. Ap. 26 th 1864 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps My Dear Sara: I thought I should have heard from you before now -- but I suppose you have written my letter has stuck by the way -- I have written twice, but know you expect another this week and I would not deprive you of the small amount of pleasure that lies in my power to confer on you -- We are now having fine weather & expect...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, May 1, 1864
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Context: ... Hotchkiss relates to his wife some movements of the Union army, and the possibility of a large battle in the near future. Sara A. Hotchkiss May 1 st 1864 Head Quarters 2 nd Corps A. N. Va. My Dear Dear Wife: What is the matter? I have been two weeks here & have written to you three times & not one word have I heard from you -- and I have imagined that all sorts of things have happened. My coming away without being able to come home again, did not make you sick, did it? But I will ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss relates to his wife some movements of the Union army, and the possibility of a large battle in the near future. Sara A. Hotchkiss May 1 st 1864 Head Quarters 2 nd Corps A. N. Va. My Dear Dear Wife: What is the matter? I have been two weeks here & have written to you three times & not one word have I heard from you -- and I have imagined that all sorts of things have happened. My coming away without being able to come home again, did not make you sick, did it? But I will ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, May 31, 1864
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Context: ... Hotchkiss writes a brief note about some fighting near Richmond, and the death of an officer. Sara A. Hotchkiss May 31 st 1864 Richmond Va My Dear Wife I am here a few moments today -- am quite well & we are getting along well -- are fighting Grant some 10 miles from Richmond. Poor Col. Willis of the 12 th Ga. was mortally wounded yesterday in a small fight that we had. -- I suppose the big battle will come off soon -- I am very anxious to hear from you -- God bless & Keep you ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss writes a brief note about some fighting near Richmond, and the death of an officer. Sara A. Hotchkiss May 31 st 1864 Richmond Va My Dear Wife I am here a few moments today -- am quite well & we are getting along well -- are fighting Grant some 10 miles from Richmond. Poor Col. Willis of the 12 th Ga. was mortally wounded yesterday in a small fight that we had. -- I suppose the big battle will come off soon -- I am very anxious to hear from you -- God bless & Keep you ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, May 6, 1864
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Context: ... Hotchkiss describes to his wife a battle and death tolls at Wilderness Run. Mrs. Sara Hotchkiss Churchville Augusta Co. Va Sara A. Hotchkiss May 6 th 1864 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps My Dear Sara: We met the enemy yesterday at Wilderness Run, the boundary between Orange and Spotsylvania & repulsed them from three desperate attacks, taking some 1300 prisoners & 3 pieces of Artillery, by our corps -- our loss was quite heavy of course, having Gen. Jones killed, Gen. Stefford mortally wou...
Context: ... Hotchkiss describes to his wife a battle and death tolls at Wilderness Run. Mrs. Sara Hotchkiss Churchville Augusta Co. Va Sara A. Hotchkiss May 6 th 1864 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps My Dear Sara: We met the enemy yesterday at Wilderness Run, the boundary between Orange and Spotsylvania & repulsed them from three desperate attacks, taking some 1300 prisoners & 3 pieces of Artillery, by our corps -- our loss was quite heavy of course, having Gen. Jones killed, Gen. Stefford mortally wou...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, May 7, 1864
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Context: ... Hotchkiss describes to his wife continued fighting near Wilderness Run. Sara A. Hotchkiss May 7 th 1864 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps Locust Grove My Dear Sara -- We have had another day of fighting and now, at 5 A.M. today, it has begun again. The enemy made an attack yesterday at 5 A. M all along our lines, sending up four solid lines against our front -- but we repulsed them handsomely, with tremendous loss to them & not much to us except in officers -- it is thought we killed & wounded ...
Context: ... Hotchkiss describes to his wife continued fighting near Wilderness Run. Sara A. Hotchkiss May 7 th 1864 Hd. Qrs. 2 nd Corps Locust Grove My Dear Sara -- We have had another day of fighting and now, at 5 A.M. today, it has begun again. The enemy made an attack yesterday at 5 A. M all along our lines, sending up four solid lines against our front -- but we repulsed them handsomely, with tremendous loss to them & not much to us except in officers -- it is thought we killed & wounded ...
Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, May 13, 1864
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Context: ... Hotchkiss relates news of continued fighting, including deaths and results. Sara A. Hotchkiss Friday May 13 th 1864 My Dear -- Yesterday we had a terriffic battle from 4 AM to 3 P. M. the hardest of the war the enemy under cover of a dense fog came in our line at 4 AM & broke it & captured 20 pieces of Arty -- we drove them back & fought them all day -- repulsed every attack & are still masters of our position -- We lost heavily in Killed wounded & prisoners but are still in go...
Context: ... Hotchkiss relates news of continued fighting, including deaths and results. Sara A. Hotchkiss Friday May 13 th 1864 My Dear -- Yesterday we had a terriffic battle from 4 AM to 3 P. M. the hardest of the war the enemy under cover of a dense fog came in our line at 4 AM & broke it & captured 20 pieces of Arty -- we drove them back & fought them all day -- repulsed every attack & are still masters of our position -- We lost heavily in Killed wounded & prisoners but are still in go...
