19 10 273 https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/ea3569b515945a6dd8a8f4c3378b8d23.jpg 8693844f45a36994d8f90f1bdd1c21ba https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/c4c938a4024c45350afb9537f0b22d51.jpg 52d315e06dceaffa24c9a9be596d7bfb https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/6f7f6353ac2880a87daee6e0d14083a8.jpg 5a8f0674d3e733a85bc449d3f2f93cef Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 1862 Letter Archive Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Virginia, Near the Potomac 28 Oct 1862 My dear Wife, H. Mayo is writing so I add a word, first to say that I am smart and well this morning after a cold tedious time. Started early Sunday Morn, crossed the Potomac in the P.M. on a Pontoon Bridge, (made of boats with plank spread and fastened). It is about 300 yds wide. crossed at Berlin Md. It rained all day and was cold, and the mud! Well, it cleared off yesterday morn, and with big fires and eatables recruited up fast. It is a beautiful morn, and we are all in fine spirits. You would be astonished to see how coolly and bravely our men put up with wet[,] cold, and hardship. We are pressing after the “rebs,” and cannot tell you when, or where[,] we shall be heard from next. Expect to go to Leesburg[.] may move today and may not. J.H. his well—tents with us. the mail is closing, and I must close. Wrote you and sister Kate Sat. As ever Your loving husband. A Kiss for Lulu, and as many for yourself Jerome Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter / Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Allie, October 28, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Virginia, near the Potomac [River] Description An account of the resource From Jerome to Allie Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jerome Peirce Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Jerome Peirce Collection, National Park Service Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available HIST 428 (Spring 2020), University of Mary Washington Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-10-28 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource NPS, Civil War Study Group, Donald Pfanz (Transcriber) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource For educational purposes with no commercial use. Courtesy of National Park Service, Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania NMP, FRSP 16095-16102 (FRSP-00904). Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 5.05 X 8.09 - 1st Scan 8.02 X 9.93 - 2nd Scan 5.05 X 8.09 - 3rd Scan Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Letter #28 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Potomac River, Virginia Allie Jerome Peirce Potomac River VA. https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/22e7e765007e33784adbe52b35bf4eba.jpg ecaf22a54fd713e67e0d9115f63e67a3 https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/3cacf4a33be9b6be8b1bb94e27a4f5e5.jpg 94ad374331bc497bae1b969ec551c3a5 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 1862 Letter Archive Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Monday 3d Nov 1862 Dearest Allie, I gave a long letter to mail, and a moment more I will add just a word. We marched 15 miles yesterday to join the force, near “Snickers Gap”. A movement is going on, and I cannot tell the nature. You must watch the papers. You will hear as often as possible. I send flowers grass etc. gathered in a garden a moment ago Am well in [and] in excellent spirits. Adieu Your Jerome Sunday night. My very dear Nellie, Hattie said you had not heard from Alonzo very recently so I s[h]all send you Jerome’s last letters. The[y] does [sic] not speak of A. You will see by them that there are in great commosion [sic: commotion]. Aunt Martha misunderstand[s] my meaning about coming to Boston. I shall come down some time after Thanksgiven [sic], but cannot say when[.] I do want to see you Oh! so much. Write me soon and I will write you a longer letter, but thought I could send you Jerome’s letter better than I could write what was in them. If you have from A—let me know. I have not time to say more. We are as well as usual. From your Affectionate Allie Give them to Ab[b]y when you are through with them. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter / Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Allie, November 3, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Near "Snicker's Gap" [On the border of Loudoun County and Clarke County in Virginia] Description An account of the resource From Jerome to Allie Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jerome Peirce Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Jerome Peirce Collection, National Park Service Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available HIST 428 (Spring 2020), University of Mary Washington Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-11-03 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource NPS, Civil War Study Group, Donald Pfanz (Transcriber) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource For educational purposes with no commercial use. 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Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document LETTER TRANSCRIPTION Monday eve, 15 Aug 1859 I suppose my little wife is abed and “fast asleep” but as I promised I will write and I feel very willing to promise aside for it is very still here in the dining room and the clock will soon strike ten, but not very sleepy. The day has been quite full of incident and news. Found the usual company at the depot. Took a seat with “Isaac” who appeared about as usual. We parted at the depot with “hopes to meet again”. The first thing was a great fire at Lawrence! Hotel, Court House, stores, two churches, etc. etc!!— burnt, etc. etc., then ditto the Reform School at Westboro. Set on fire by a boy, etc., arrested, etc. Arrived the store, found a letter from Lucy written from Quebec, Canada which I haven’t fairly made out yet save that they have been at Saratoga, Lake Champlain, Montreal, etc. to Q[uebec] to return via White Mountains to Portland to be at home middle of this week. All well, seen many fine sights etc. Sends love to everybody. Been busy today. Saw Ellen P. with her cousins from Worcester. Jose[phine?] and Martha Walker- very fine looking young ladies- with Lucy Bowen (Addie visiting L’s [T’s?]). John P. and I weighed them. Lucy B. the heaviest, 120 lbs, just my weight. Ellen inquired particularly after you and mentioned the intended visit again but the cousins may delay it again. I made little answer to it for then. They expect you to visit them. Found all right at Mrs. R’s. Seemed glad to see me and inquired very kindly after you. Saw Annie at noon. Mrs. Stubbert been in. All well but a little trouble to Aunt W. from her teeth. Nothing very serious. No news at the shop. (Lottie’s I mean now) everything seemed all right. Have spent most of the eve at Mr. J’s. All well. Janet looks nicely. Chatted with Geo[rge] about Navy Yard matters. Called at the Hall’s. Little Fred been very sick with bowel complaint. Did not expect him to live but some better, very thin and fretty. Pity Mrs H. Seems grieved tonight. No news from Gussy for a month. Sent much love to you. The “Issabella” has arrived at Melbourn [don’t know what place he is referring to here]. Don’t know whether there are letters from Mrs. Sargent or not. Mr. Brown not expected home for a fortnight yet and didn’t think to inquire of Foster. Went into the church this eve before tea. Saw Mr. E. Told him of meeting Mr. Darr.[?] Spoke highly of him. Said he was one of Dr. Youngs boys, an old mate of his, etc. The church is fast changing appearances. Things at the store in my room-quiet-but shall keep along. There seems to be customers aplenty and prospect of a busy time by and by. Snow[? short for someone’s name?] not well today. Mr. J. and I the only ones to work this P.M. He mailed the letter in C_ Friday eve. Too late of course. Mrs. Frost fails, recovery very doubtful. A large abscess in the eye and discharging continually. She is unconscious most of the time. There, Allie dear, isn’t this newsy? How have you all been today? May you sleep sweetly and dream of any one you would like too! Give much love to all, not forgetting yourself. Am well. Expect to be at D. tomorrow eve. Yours wholly, Jerome Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter/Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Allie, August 15, 1859 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Charlestown, MA. Description An account of the resource From Jerome to Allie Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jerome Peirce Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Jerome Peirce Collection, National Park Service Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available HIST 428 (Spring 2020), University of Mary Washington Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1859-08-15 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource NPS, Civil War Study Group, Ben Raterman (Transcriber) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource For educational purposes with no commercial use. Courtesy of National Park Service, Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania NMP, FRSP 16095-16102 (FRSP-00904). 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Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document LETTER TRANSCRIPTION Dorchester Lower Mills Aug 12 1858 My dearest Wife, Shall improve a few early moments to say a word to you, as it is very quiet and cloudy - yes, rainy. Came out here yesterday stopping on the way at Mr. Geo Houghton’s with Henry. Started early, about 2 o’clock with the intention of seeing Foster’s place, but hardly think I shall see it yet. Stopped at Mr. H’s over two hours and had a pleasant time - music on the piano, violin etc. Miss H is a very fine player. Walked the rest of the way - some two and half miles - reaching here at little past five. Found all well, glad to see me and had much to say of you, and Martha says she hardly knew what to say to you but sympathized with us entirely. Read and chatted away the evening as usual - playing with a Maltese kitten some of the time. I find kittens in my path most everywhere’s. Tues. was busy at the store. [In the eve] called at Aunt F’s. Pleasant call. All getting along as usual. Mrs. Fairbanks was there. Mr. Stubbert’s family are gone to Bangor on a visit, two or three weeks I understood. Aunt W. goes to Burlington and perhaps to Bil [Billerica] as I mentioned. Have taken meals at F’s and spent most of the time there as the weather has prevented their moving. Shall manage to keep busy this week - but it is not driving. Shall be up Sat. but can’t say which train. And now how is my Allie? Are you getting strong and cheerful? I keep quite so, but miss you very much of course, but hope you make the best of [being in the] country even if it is damp and cold, doesn’t it beat all? Haven’t any news - have not heard from Lucy yet - have written her since I came home. Shall mail this in the City - where I expect something from thee - for I want to hear very much. How are all the folks and that new Coz of mine? I mean the fair haired one from So. Boston? My calls are few as yet but I shall make some after a while. Haven’t anything interesting for the girls or boys. The Queen’s message is expected every hour, and there is to be a general ringing and a cannonading, on the occasion. They must get out the School [Committee] in B. and “blaze away.” Here I must stop but love to all and a 100 sweets to yourself from your Affectionate husband Jerome P TRANSCRIBER’S NOTE (Josef Rokus) The “sympathized with us entirely” probably refers to the fact that Jerome’s and Allie’s first child, Charles Jerome Peirce, had died about a month before this letter was written on July 10, 1858, the date that Charles Jerome was born. 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Title A name given to the resource Miscellaneous Letter Archive Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document LETTER TRANSCRIPTION Wedns Eve 25 Aug /58 My dearest wife, Allie, It is pretty late but the “stilly night” is so favorable, that I must say something, besides it is so pleasant when all is still, to speak to you! Shall I be such an unsocial being when you are again with you [me]? Have just returned from Mr. Gage’s where we had a chatty time about Lowell, old times there, Ben B., and literary matters generally, till half past 10! So much for your absence but you see I “own up.” Have been very busy since I wrote. Tues eve rode out with Foster to his house. Found all very beautiful, and happy and don’t see what more they can ask. Plenty of land, trees, apples and pears, etc., etc. Cannot, of course, describe it all, but it is one of the best locations, and the back parlor windows look out upon the bay where you can see the outer light with shipping etc. and fine land views besides. Had at tea, besides their own family, Mr. Locke, Henry H., Miss Lucy Bowen and Susie Hall, who rode out with us. Had a hearty meal of meat (boiled), beans, potatoes of their own raising, hot biscuit, Indian cake etc. and a cordial social time it was. All seemed pleasant and happy. Many inquiries after you all and will be happy to see yourself and Abbie soon. Rode in quick this morning which does one good. Forgot to mention that we had music etc. in the evening. Busy today, have seen none of the relations. Took tea at Mr. J’s, very pleasant. J. as “gassy” as ever. And this is the way time has passed, save that I think of P.V. [Pleasant Valley] and its inhabitants pretty often! The weather has been charming and I trust you have been benefitted, have you not? I want to hear from you. How did you get along with the company that was expected? Tell me all the items. Have not seen Susie B. yet since I returned, nor our neighbors, the P’s. There is no particular news, will send a paper or two. Called a moment on Albert S. today. All well at C. also at our C. Do you want to come home? But it is late, and I must close. A hundred kisses and the entire love of, Your, Jerome Thurs Morning 26 Just to say “Good morning” to all. The plants are doing nicely again. The ship “San Jacinto” has arrived in N.Y. with young Edmands, sooner than was expected. If you see the E’s [Edmands,] this may be news. Lucy is in Worcester I expect. No news from George. Love to all, Yours J TRANSCRIBER’S NOTE (Josef Rokus) The “Foster” referred to in the letter was Foster Peirce, who was one of Jerome’s older brothers. The 1850 U.S. Census listed him as being born in 1812, living in Charlestown, Massachusetts, and being in the furniture business. It is interesting to note that when that census was taken, Jerome, then 19 years old, was living with the Foster Peirce family, with his occupation being recorded as a “gilder.” Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter/Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Allie, August 25, 1858 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Charlestown, MA. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 1862 Letter Archive Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Wedns Eve, 5 Nov 1862 My dearest Wife, How I wish you could just peep into my tent, for we have just got tea (some of Yours came this morning) and fixed up in quite a cosey [sic] way, in a new Camp, near Rectorsvitown [sic] Va. You will no doubt get letters written at Philemon, one very bri[e]f and denoting haste. Well we are a moving army, and everything is system, and have had no tents since last sabbath. On that day marched 15 miles, Monday about 8, rested Tues. and today started about 8 Oclk A.M. and to this place, some 6 miles[.] arrived about noon, or little past. Weather has been favorable, but changeable cool and hot. the Country is fine, beautiful, but not quite the variety we have in N.E. in the way of Autumn scenery, missing the Evergreen[.] all hard wood, red and yellow, or straw Color, being the Colors. But the living has been “high” since we entered Va. Poultry and honey, in abundance. this is only to be whispered, but the “Secesh” have to be made familiar I fear with the bold side of Yankee char[ac]ter and if you had seen the doings, the moment the Column halted today, in a few moments, pistols were snapping, rail fences, moving across the fields while pork and poultry flowed into the Camp “promisc[u]ously” and the orders are all in the breeze. I mention this because it was so striking a scene, and showing how little we, or some, think of hardships of war. But the news. Your letter of the 29th Orange, came this morn, the tea all safe as aforesaid, and I felt like marching as I knew you were all well. I wish I could see and Comfort my little Lulu. Papa does not wish to be away from his loves, but stern duty bids me to it as you well know, and she must be content with my love and little mementoes from time to time, as I “go marching along.” Jos H. has joined the waggon [sic] train, as teamster, and left us at 5 Oclock A.M. today, and altho’ I have rambled more than a mile to find him, after I reached here Could not find him--probably not got in. He is in the Division Head Quarters, train I believe, and will not be near our Camp always, but near the Generals location, which generally keeps ahead. Shall write his father soon for him. He suffers under the Knapsack, and I dare say will be better off. Of our march and rout[e], I have a confused idea. We are just west of Washington, perhaps a little north, moving towards “Manassas Gap” (not the famous “ “ [Manassas] Junction, but some distance northwest of the latter. I expect there is a move to reopen the R.Road from Alexandria thro’ M. Gap, and “Thoroughfare Gap” &c and so furnish means of getting supplies to the army more promptly, and [sic: a] thing much needed, in order to furnish, the ready means for the Combined movement on Richmond, which I suppose is going forward. McClellan, Siegel & Hentzleman [sic] and our force are all in Concert, and where the Conflict will come cannot tell. Have been within Sound of Artillery ever since we left Waterford, on Sunday, but the Rebs seem to know “what’s up”, and so “Skedaddle” for the firing seems about so far off every day we march. If you see some of Harper’s Weekly maps you may be able to trace out our course, but I am somewhat Confused—have not seen a map of our present move. We live well, and generally are well—bear the marches finely tho’ today was tiresome, to me, but my supper, tea, and pleasant encampment makes me forget, everything but your own dear selves, friends at home and the pleasant side of things, and there is very much that is pleasant[:] A lovely season, the forest in gordeous [sic: gorgeous] colors, mild weather, for the most part, giving a “snap” to the feelings, and a most lovely Country, to “go to walk in.” There are many fine plantations here, wealth on every hand, nice dwellings, stone for the most, some plastered with a sort of yellow, sometimes, fine Cattle, varieties of poultry, but the owners in this section are “Secesh,” no young men, at home, old take, it, easy, lazy looking “proprietors,” with healthy looking blacks, slaves, and pretty keen some of them. In short, sometime, we’ll have a Country when the way is opened for Competition, and Yankee enterprise, and Aristocracy is overturned. But to descend a little, my time is more taken up on marches. we have to do much of our Cooking[,] three days rations being dealt out raw meat, Coffee[,] sugar &c &c &c. making heavy loads in haversacks, and Consequently more work, and altho’ my love for writing increases I shall be compelled to ask some of of [sic] my very dear friends, even, to bear with me very patiently. Martha’s letter I desire to reply to, and will soon, for I think we shall remain here for a few days. Our tent is filled with several inches deep of nice straw, each end closed up for the most part, and expect a warm comfortable time. In a single tent, for a while, only Marcus Howard, of Orange and I together. H.H.M with Nelson Smith, Harrison G. and a couple of others. On the march, the Color Guard Corporals have to keep together all the time so we have slept outdoors for some nights as before mentioned, hence the change in tent arrangements. (The boys have just brought in a whole calf, and are cooling it near our tent, and talking it over) so you may judge how we live in present in “Old Va”. Fri Morn, 7th—Was interrupted the other eve, and marched, early in the morn, to Rectortown, 6 miles. Off again yesterday early, to this place, the name I don’t know, some 18 miles. We are in hot persuit [sic] of Rebs. We are heading for Culp[e]per Court House as near as I can tell. The Blue Ridge is in front of us. Don’t Know when I can write you. All well, and hope we will finish up before long[.] Adieu Jerome Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter / Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Allie, November 5, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Rector[s]town, VA. [Fauquier County] Description An account of the resource From Jerome to Allie Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jerome Peirce Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Jerome Peirce Collection, National Park Service Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available HIST 428 (Spring 2020), University of Mary Washington Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-11-05 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource NPS, Civil War Study Group, Donald Pfanz (Transcriber) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource For educational purposes with no commercial use. Courtesy of National Park Service, Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania NMP, FRSP 16095-16102 (FRSP-00904). 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Text Any textual data included in the document Camp Near Warrenton Va 8th Nov/62 My dear ones at home, Have been expecting every moment, to be called to march, but it got to be most 2 P.M. and will commence a word. How do you do? Are you nicely fixed at B.? I trust so. If you have received my letters promptly you will know we are on the move for somewhere towards Richmond. Do you have a map to follow us? Mailed a letter in a hurry to [name missing] yesterday at Orleans not Waterloo--don’t know as I mentioned any place. Well we marched 18 miles Thursday, about 4 yesterday in the midst of a snowstorm! Cheerless and cold, tho’ it looked beautiful in the woods. Came to camp early and soon warm fires and Coffee made all right. Am well and growing better, as you would think to see me eat. Made a beef Stew yesterday, & this morn. You see when I get home, shall be able to relieve you occasionally Cooking! I keep very busy[;] can hardly get time to look at a paper or book. Lou R gave me a little book for [?] dress, and I picked up fragments of an old reading book at Philemon gems of poetry &c. Well, I can tell you no news. the Rebs keep ahead, and I don’t believe we shall [see] much of them, till near Richmond, when I hope the work will be closed up for winter. We hear cannonading every day. They got a few hours the start of us at Orleans and destroyed a bridge ahead so we bore away for W. expect to go to Gordonsville, but can’t tell. You will see the moves of Burnside’s Corps, so there I am. Have seen him twice since we left Philemon. There is about 400,000 troops moving in various ways so something will be done. Jos Henry has gone teamster. the knapsack was hard for him. Think he will do very well. Gen Wil[l]cox’s supply train. I can’t say but a little today, for it is the same old tale from day to day. Marching and looking out for firewood and wants of the inner man, but you are Constantly in mind, so must say a word. I enclose Foster’s letter, and some more flowers I got at Philemon--also a feather or two, for Lulu, for bookmarks. of no value only to associations. Thank you for the money and wish you would send the Postage Currency for it is the best here, and bills even of a dollar are hard to get change. Shall be very sparing for don’t expect to be paid off for sometime [sic] yet. Wrote to Martha & Jos today besides this. Ink all gone. am sorry for I like it the best after all. How are all friends. Would I could see them. “Hope on Hope ever.” Tell Abbie I will remember her soon as possible. Give much love to all. Did you, or they get the letter directed to Father? As ever with many kis[ses], from Your loving Jerome Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter / Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to "My dear ones at home", November 8, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome "My dear ones at home" Camp near Warrenton, VA. Description An account of the resource From Jerome to "My dear ones at home" Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jerome Peirce Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Jerome Peirce Collection, National Park Service Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available HIST 428 (Spring 2020), University of Mary Washington Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-11-08 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource NPS, Civil War Study Group, Donald Pfanz (Transcriber) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource For educational purposes with no commercial use. Courtesy of National Park Service, Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania NMP, FRSP 16095-16102 (FRSP-00904). Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 3.29 X 5.60 - 1st Scan 4.97 X 764 - 2nd Scan 9.63 X 7.78 - 3rd Scan jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Letter #32 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Warrenton, VA. "My dear ones at home" Jerome Peirce VA. 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Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document In Camp at or near Warrenton Va Tues 11 Nov 1862. My dearest Wife, My Birth Day! Thirty-two years old! A mild sunny morning, and I a soldier of the Union far from home, and those dearest to my heart, to which my thoughts turn in love, and for whose protection and future good I have endeavored to contribute my might of will and strength, against the wickedest attempt of villians [sic] to rob them, of the dearest rights and protection. And Can my loved wife mistrust for an instant, that I loved them less because I left home and all, for them? Oh no, Dear Allie, You Can’t mean so. Your letter was received yesterday morn. Again feeling sad and down-hearted, when I can see much to encourage, and make me hope to be again united before a very long time. Received two letters from you, the latest Nov 2d and one a day or two before. Am glad you still go about. (The Capt calls and must stop) But a moment to sign my name. It seems you were still in O but I suppose I may imagine you either at B. or Boston for I had a nice letter from Ellen saying you might possibly go to Boston with J. She expressed an earnest wish that you would, and the letter was full of zeal and affection for the cause and yourself as having a common sympathy, with you, in the absence of near and dear ones away[.] I sometimes wish your own spirit was more resolute and firm, for it would help me so much. I must send you a letter of Abbie’s recd at the same time. I don’t like to speak to you so but it pains me exceedingly to have you so mistrustful of any good from all this [sic] tears and trouble for only a brave spirit can bear up under it, and you must remember you are only one of many who are thus deprived of husband[,] brother and friends. Are their affections less strong. But enough[.] I trust you will yet feel resigned. Politicians may plan and scheme, and Generals make mistakes, but the Right is deserving of a trial and I am willing to leave all for a time at least. Contrary to our expectations, we have been permitted to rest from our labors for a few days, and passed sabbath in Camp and had services for the first time for four weeks—a precious time. Read, wrote a letter to Abbie, attended service in the P.M. Sermon on the right keeping of the Sabbath, &c Monday, yesterday, washed a little. you asked me something [about] washing I believe. I make just as little work as possible, but get along nicely and make out to keep quite clean, for we have plenty of soap and with a little more time, get our clothes clean[.] we are always near water, and I contrive to do a little at a time. I have little news to write. I am still well, and contented. am moving with a large body of troops and more Came in this morning. have just passed my tent. Call for Rations. will finish sometime today - - - 1 oclk P.M. Have just finished dinner, of Condensed vegetables, or hand pressed in cakes, & make a very good meal after boiling which softens them to their original state. The Capt. furnished them as we are unusually short of provisions from some unaccountable delay in the trains. I have managed to keep feed ahead. Have plenty of meat, but Hard bread is the article missing. Have just had a few moments with Alonzo R. He is well, and grows fleshy. will be as large as the rest if he remains here awhile[.] had just written Ellen. I have received the various letters and things you sent, and mentioned before, the bag, money &c. Send the Postage Currency as it is the best money to pass. Send 25. & 50 cts bills if possible. Should like some before long. Some say we shall be paid off before long. the papers say that the Authorities at Washington are doing all they can, to pay[,] clothe and feed the troops so we must be patient. I understand today, that our Col. says, he thinks we shall be at home, within six months thro’ political influence. if so I am afraid it will not be very honorable but taxes and power will go a great ways. Lucy sent me the “Ploughman[.”] I wish you would do the same occasionally for I like it the best of any paper almost altho’ I suppose Frank wants them so no matter. You spoke of sending me the “Atlantic” monthly. It would be a treat indeed, or Harpers Monthly Mag, is quite at good for tent life. I would willingly sacrifice something for a copy of either once in a while. It is getting pretty cool here nights and reminds us of home[.] We often think of the Apples, and vegatables [sic], but taste but little of them. If we ever see winter Quarters, which is exceedingly doubtful, shall hope to see something but until then we cannot depend upon getting anything. Jos H. is well. has gone for provisions. don’t know when I shall see him again. I wrote his folks about him, and he wrote a line and wanted me to mail it. am not sure that I did. Nothing new. If there is nothing mentioned, all right. Where’s Lulu? Has mother got your picture taken again. A kiss for you from Papa. As ever with love to each and all. And as ever Yours Jerome [Marginal notes] [Pages 2-3] I inclose Martha’s letter. Lucy mentioned you kindly—wants you to visit her[.] wish you would. Has much to take her time. don’t think she is forgetful of you. [Page 4] Excuse writing. the wind has shaken my paper some. Have found a pretty box and some little shells[.] I shall try and keep for Lulu. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter / Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Allie, November 11, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Camp at or near Warrenton, VA. 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Text Any textual data included in the document LETTER TRANSCRIPTION Dorchester, [Massachusetts] 27 Jan 1861 My dear Wife, Sunday Evening! Here in Eddie’s study just after ten. E. and Ewin Brown from C. studying out a Greek lesson, and all very still and pleasant, a fitting time for a nice chat with your dear self. We have had a lovely day, very. How I wish you and our darling could be here! Have been to church all day. Morning. Mr. Hall preached a warm Anti Slavery discourse, very earnest and sincere and prompted by the occurrence at Tremont Temple last week, when Phillips and his friends were silenced and finally the Hall was closed to prevent a serious riot. This P.M. Mr. Putnam (the younger) of Roxbury, [gave] a fine discourse. He is a splendid looking man and grand preacher. You may believe I have enjoyed the day intensely but for the thought that you could not share it. But, Dear Allie, all will come out right, for they all feel for us, and it would not offend or surprise the friends if we should return here within a year but still I think it best to be patient for a short time. Kate and I went to church this P.M. so we had some talk, and she does not want our little one to grow up there, and there will be no trouble in getting back when we have given things a little further trial. Have enjoyed myself much so far, but shall be more busy in future as the boards are now ready to grain tomorrow. Saw Finney yesterday, they have another little girl. Sarah had much such a time as she did before, but is comfortable now. Don’t remember how old it is. Mrs. Torrey has a fine boy, born Friday morn. I believe all nicely. Called on Albert J. yesterday, very busy but cordial. Can’t tell when I shall go there. Called on Hall, urged me very hard to go home with him, shall some eve. Said he would supply me with some books, has 1,500 and a year at Crosby Nichols and Co. Have not seen Charles Smith, was out when I called at the bank, has a new situation. Shall be in Charlestown this week and will tell you more anon. Went to ride down to Bro. Hayne’s this eve, with Sarah and Ellen and Alonzo. They (E. and A.) rode while we called. They were very cordial and things are all kindly, I doubt not. Inquired after you all with much interest. I have given you some idea of my movements, but have not lost thoughts of you. How do you do? How does Henry keep house? Shall hope to hear from you very soon and trust you are well. I don’t like to say when I shall be home but it will not be three weeks am quite sure, so keep a good heart. You will see Sarah by Wednesday I think, and she longs to see you, and you will enjoy her for she is the same good Sallie. The country is beautiful here and a great deal of riding which seems home-like and it seemed like the Sabbath though Mr. Hall is giving great offense with his extreme course on slavery. He takes ground with Phillips and Co. and his people feel sorrow rather than anger. When shall I go to Billerica? I think next Sat night. Shall write them soon. I want to get fairly started in work and then I can tell more about my movements and shall return as soon as possible. I ought to tell Lulu a long story but can’t talk “baby” very well tonight. Does she eat with Mama? She must be a good girl tomorrow for poor Mama will have a hard time. O Allie, don’t think I am unfeeling, far from it. I will not keep you thus many years. But I must close, having told all that comes to mind at present. Try and keep well and cheerful. Also, remember us to Henry. Should write him but Eddie will soon want to write. Please tell Joseph that they must not use glue size on the painted stuff for shipping, for it will ruin on the water and as Brown expressed it “will run the thing into the ground”. Also, that they may send back the oil graining, as it will not be used. I shall prepare all my stuff myself. You can read the above to him. Mailed you the Ladies Book yesterday. All send love and Ellen will add something I guess. Good Night from Your affe [affectionate] husband Jerome Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data TRANSCRIBER’S NOTE (Josef Rokus) “Ellen” was Ellen Peirce, one of Jerome’s sisters (born in 1842) and “Alonzo” was Alonzo Ranlett (born in 1840). Ellen and Alonzo were married in 1864. “Joseph” was probably Joseph Peirce, one of Jerome’s brothers (born in 1820). Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Allie, January 27, 1861 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Dorchester, MA. Description An account of the resource From Jerome to Allie Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jerome Peirce Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Jerome Peirce Collection, National Park Service Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available HIST 428 (Spring 2020), University of Mary Washington Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1861-01-27 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource NPS, Civil War Study Group, Paul and Louise Marahrens Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource For educational purposes with no commercial use. Courtesy of National Park Service, Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania NMP, FRSP 16095-16102 (FRSP-00904). Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Letter #245 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Dorchester, MA. Allie Dorchester MA Jerome Peirce https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/053e9cdb7e6350f1890cf06762885917.jpg 9c598ee5e9e9ea745e69dcefc1314300 https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/a28679ed55d9816fd126d30d20998023.jpg d7da3552d564ebc27d475bf17065d6d9 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Miscellaneous Letter Archive Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document LETTER TRANSCRIPTION Boston 31 Jan 1861 Allie dear, Have just come from Charlestown where I have passed the A.M. in making calls. Spent the night with C. Smith. Found them all well and seem quite happy. Have a fine boy named Francis Albert. Looks like Charles, only light blue eyes. Sent a great deal of love, etc. Called on Mrs. Mason, the Jacob’s, Toppan’s, Locke’s and Hall’s. Mrs. J has a boy, 5 weeks old otherwise as usual. Wrote to you but went to Orange probably. Found all the friends well and many inquiries and loves for you and “Lu” [Lulu]. Of course have many things to tell you about them that I can’t stop to write. Abby Phipps has a beau, being Mr. H. Lothrop, Lois S’s sister’s husband, the sister that died out west. Charles don’t think much of her choice. Jim Jacobs is married and living with his father also. So there will be some family anom[osity]. Have just got a letter from Billerica, all well, and just got a letter from you. By the way I got your letter on Tues. and was happy to hear you were well. I trust you are still so and enjoying yourself with Sarah and Foster. Have got thro [through] about all I can do here and would be glad enough to be with you but I must make a call or two. Shall go to Albert S. tonight and all say I must see Lucy. Hope to start for home next Tues but may not till Wedns or Thurs but it will not be longer than that I think. How do you do and our darling “Lu” [Lulu]? I do want very much to see you. I am no man to be away from home and family, that’s certain and shall be most happy to get back and be fairly started again. I hardly know what to write you for everything seems much as of old but I must confess I quite as [???] be in the country, even now, so much din and having no place that seems like home. Hope to hear from you by Foster or by mail. Our little “Lu” [Lulu] is equal to any of them except in size. I forgot the shoes for her in time to send them but got a pair in C[harlestown], also the powder [???]. Am not sure but I shall have Mary’s bundle forwarded by express as I should have to wait, I think, for it. How do you get along with your work? Have thought of you constantly and hope you will keep well and cheerful. Sent the “Inquirer” by Foster and some brushes which I shall use. Remember me to all. Sophia’s friends I haven’t seen as yet, have been so very busy but no doubt they send best wishes. You may ask me lots of questions when I get home for I can’t think of half the little items. Mr. Johnson appears better, more as he used to. As ever you own with many kisses for “Loo” [Lulu]. Jerome TRANSCRIBER’S NOTE (Josef Rokus) Foster Peirce was one of Jerome’s older brothers. The 1850 U.S. Census listed him as being born in 1812, living in Charlestown, Massachusetts, and being in the furniture business. It is interesting to note that when that census was taken, Jerome, then 19 years old, was living with the Foster Peirce family, with his occupation being recorded as a “gilder.” Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter/Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Allie, January 31, 1861 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Boston, MA. Description An account of the resource From Jerome to Allie Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jerome Peirce Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Jerome Peirce Collection, National Park Service Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available HIST 428 (Spring 2020), University of Mary Washington Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1861-01-31 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource NPS, Civil War Study Group, Ben Raterman (Transcriber) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource For educational purposes with no commercial use. Courtesy of National Park Service, Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania NMP, FRSP 16095-16102 (FRSP-00904). Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Letter #246 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Boston, MA. Allie Boston MA Jerome Peirce