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              <text>         Erins Station, E. Tenn. Sunday P.M.&#13;
7th Feb 1864&#13;
Sabbath once more and what can I say to you, my dear wife? How much my thoughts are with you and our dear little Lulu! And what should I do in this distant region, write seldom a letter and short of food were it not for the dear affections which defy all mere outward and bodily complaints? Mail of late uncertain, tantalizing, but one little token came yesterday and I wondered why letters did not accompany it. Surely not because friends have not written, for I know they have. So I must still wait. The ‘Ploughman’ of 23rd Jan. arrived with its contents of good reading and what was very timely and acceptable, the thread, for I was entirely out. &#13;
Well, you see we are still quietly in camp at the same camp of my last [letter] of last Sabbath and I have little that is new to relate, altho’ we had a little “scare” and a march of some ten or twelve miles. Monday eve. as we were all brushed up for Dress Parade, the order came, “Fall in, in light marching order!”  And after receiving a pound of corn meal to a man, we were off for Knoxville and crossed the river on a pontoon bridge at K. [Knoxville], it then being quite dark and mud-muddy-muddiest! in the neighborhood of the river, up a steep rocky road, I tumbling and rolling along in the dark for a half mile when we came to a halt and made ourselves comfortable for the night. Cold and wet, or damp, for it didn’t rain. We got a fire and a supper after a while. It proved a “failure,” the trouble originating by some blunder which waked up the rebs and looked like a move on their part, and so of course the 9th A.C. [Army Corps] or the fragment of it must tramp again to aid the 23rd [Army Corps]. What will they do if we ever leave here?&#13;
But early Tues. morn ordered back to camp where we’ve remained since with our com[pan]y drills, inspections, and lately dress parades, and short rations in spite of all our hopes and promises of better fare and a move North soon. It will come by and by and so we live on and make the best of it. I must confess my spirits have been somewhat tired of late. I long for a different state of things and find myself checking my temper quite often and I remember home and rush to some reading matter if it can be found. The last few days have been cold, cloudy with some rain, but on the whole ‘tis a fine climate.&#13;
The woods are much cut away from front of the camp and the rolling land with woods with the mixture of pine seems like old N.E. [New England]. Upon a hill some more than a mile away stands a brick mansion painted drab, surrounded by tall oaks, in which Gen’l. Longstreet held his headquarters, and in the valley between is the railroad and the cars come and go several times a day, we are reminded of civilization. &#13;
As I write, the 79th Reg’t. N.Y. Vols., at our right, are having inspection, the usual Sunday one with knapsacks, etc. and the old piper has just closed. ‘Tis a Scotch Reg’t. and they have a bagpipe which   you know sounds like a cat and our boys always set up a shout when he plays. I don’t appreciate it, I must say, but they keep up this national feature and also have the drum and fife, which is now beating off. &#13;
But you care little for this and I gladly turn from this camp picture to you at home.  At church today I suppose and Communion Day! Need I repeat how much I wish I was with you? Sat over my fire this morning and read a few chapters in the Testament and felt that our hearts met somewhere in the space between us and was comforted! When shall we really meet? But this month and that soon brings my time half out, but today it looks a long ways to the end and I am glad I seldom feel it so, but everything conspires to “longings” today and so I am sober. Are you well? I am glad you have got some of my later letters as I conclude you have by the Serg’t. etc. and I hope too, to hear from you by letter quite soon. Did not attend service today for my thoughts were strongly elsewhere. &#13;
Health is good as ever and I have my daily chats with Ben who always desires to be remembered.&#13;
What of Will and Hattie? Suppose Alonzo and Ellen are ‘one’ and perhaps you’ve seen them since. Have felt so little like writing of late that I have only thought of them as by others. A good “bunch of letters” will help me, one of these days. Jos. H. is well. See him most every day.&#13;
 And how is Lulu? I ought to write her a letter. Tell her there is a sweet little bird [that] sings here every day and I wonder if she hears any?  Or do the snow birds hop along on the snow and say anything to her? &#13;
Are the rest well? Love to each and all and with hope of hearing soon, believe me, ever your own, &#13;
Jerome &#13;
&#13;
Have lost my ink again, so excuse pencil. What of Mrs. Preston?&#13;
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I read the different articles in the “Ploughman” with interest. A good paper. Send it when you can. Story was good.&#13;
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              <text>					N. Orange 5th June 1862&#13;
Dear ones all,&#13;
	The last few days, has seemed very busy ones to us, and I fear we have neglected you somewhat but we had such a welcome reminder that we must answer it immediately.  Allie has been teasing in a half joking way for some kind of a present for her birth day, and you must know how glad we were to receive the pictures—excellent onces too—and shall think very much indeed of them, and many thanks for them, it won’t seem quite so far away, will it?--  Wish we could write Something new and interesting but it is the same old tale—busy as can be.  Business is good and have all we can do.  Have one man and nephew Augustus Houghton to work the latter[?] boards with us.  a fine young man.&#13;
	Am expecting Bro Foster and Nellie P. perhaps this week.&#13;
	Was quite busy for the last week or two, for the S. School Concert, Came off last Sunday P.M. 5 Oclk.  A pleasant affair, and one or two Spoke a kind word and seem to appreciate it all.&#13;
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	Allie has a long story I suppose so I must quit&#13;
	Can’t think just what to say to Mary &amp; He. but give them my particular, brotherly regards, and as my mustache is off, Something more if agreeable.  To the boys, “Glory Hallelujah” for we’ve just got the news of Beauregard’s, scattering[?] rabble, and the brave Bay State boys all the time.&#13;
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[Postscript written in a different hand]&#13;
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I cannot retire without thanking you for the nice present you have sent us.  we think them very natural.  little[?] Lu knew them so I think they must be good.  she has held them[,] kiss[ed] them, and said from drandmader [baby talk for “grandmother] poor drandpapa, and wanted to carry them to bed with her.  she talks all the time and improves very much.  leaves to go to school.  I am glad you made som many purchases at L.  wish I could have gone with you.  I have made J[er]ome five if pints[?], and am going to make him some black ones.&#13;
	Jerome gave me a portemantu [sic] and Mrs G a fine cushion, so I think I was well surplied [sic]  I shall look quite nice when I get my rooms[?] set to rite.  My rooms[?] will be so much ceuler [cooler?].  it is late and must close  I have been over to J--  this afternoon.  Mrs. Ballou was there and Mary and self saved[?] for her.  her health is very poor.  am going to make a sasle[?] for her.  have cut two dresses for Mrs G-.  put a fruff[?] in Lanny Martin’s dress, pleated[?] some skirts &amp;c, &amp;c.&#13;
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              <text>“Camp Wool” Worcester Aug 13/62&#13;
My dearest Allie—and Lulu,&#13;
	You can imagine me seated outside a tent in the shade with a valise in lap, Jno Miller laying down beside me, Mr Stevens writing beyond him in the next tent, a party singing “Going Home,” a party beyond Stevens playing Cards--but all considered not a bad picture of Camp Life.  1/2 past one P.M. Dinner of fresh meat, bread cheese &amp;c&#13;
	Reached here between 3 &amp; 4 P.M.  after dinner went immediately to quarters and were “mustered in.”  All have stand in a line.  Show your hands and teeth then follows the Oath—quite solemn, right hand erect &amp;c   Slept in the hall with Jno Miller laying one blankets, one on the floor, and one over us with my valise for a pillow.  The Charlestown boys right on the other side of the hall, but did not see Alonzo R till today, and but for a moment   Shall see him again&#13;
	Am feeling pretty well, a little sign of camp life tho’&#13;
	Shall drill an hour, from 2 till 3 P.M. and then “down town” for a little while.&#13;
	Mr Ward will draw a Note of the Town, “on demand[?] of $100.00, and give the same to you, with a small amount for rations.  &#13;
	Recd two letters since here—from Smith (C. F.) and Murray, all my friends are unbounded in praise of my zeal &amp;c.  Of course I can tell you but little that will be new, as I have been Confined since yesterday.  The drills a[re] from 6 to 7, 10 to 11 A.M. 2 to 3, &amp; 6 to 7 P.M.&#13;
	The prospect is we shall go into the 36th Reg. as the 25th is to muster at Pittsfield, and have a Capt coming today, Capt B being full, altho’ he does not quite give us up[.]  Smith is here—also Baker[.]  How do you all do.  Little Lou[?] kiss her many times for me.  We are all well, and merry, and when “fairly settled all right”.&#13;
	Remember us to all friends, of whom we think much.  &#13;
	News today about more drafts &amp;c  I have seen no paper.&#13;
	Write soon and direct to “Orange Quota.”  “Camp Wool” –&#13;
	Hope you are well and making he best of things as I knew you are.&#13;
&#13;
					As ever your own&#13;
&#13;
Jerome&#13;
&#13;
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              <text>“Camp Wool” Aug 15, 1862&#13;
My Dearest Wife&#13;
	My letters must be short if not sweet, as we are in all the stir of Camp Life, but still moving a little.&#13;
	Yesterday, we made out to get ordered into a Company, which we have every reason to think will be a “crack” Company, all sturdy fellows from Orange, Gardner, Westminster, and Northfield[.]  Cap[t] Sawyer is the one to take command.  The Co is full, and the Regiment will be very soon.&#13;
	There is nothing particularly new since my last, only the hosts are pouring in.  The 34th will be likely to leave today, and we are to have their tents, so we shall be “at home.”  Have had Edwd. Peirce for a visitor, who has been here in W. with his mother.  Called on her at Hobb’s day before yesterday, and the H’s will also be very happy to see Ms Jerome P when she comes here, but you will go to Walker’s as I before mentioned.&#13;
	We are now in Company and shall have regular drills, so I can’t say but a word, at a time.  we are all crowded in one tent (the Capts).&#13;
	Foster will be here I expect every day.  Eddy Haynes is appointed Quartermaster Sergeant in the Regular Army, so he says.  &#13;
	Now to finish, tell them the “boys” are in excellent spirits, and working in to Camp life finely, and are longing to be in Regimental order.&#13;
	Must close, as we are in a jam.  So remember me to all.  Write often.  Direct to Camp Woll [sic: Wool], Capt Sawyer’s Co.&#13;
&#13;
						As ever&#13;
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              <text>“Camp Wool”&#13;
						Sunday 17 Aug 1862&#13;
My very dear ones at home&#13;
	Henry M[?], Harrison G[,] Nelson Smith, and self are seated in a shady place against a barn, all writing home.  It is a lovely day, and I have been wondering what my dear ones are doing at home.  Wish we could look in upon you but that is impossible, so for a few lines.  Received yours, also the one with the flannels for which all thanks.&#13;
	Foster Jos, Kate Ellen &amp; Henry Peirce all here yesterday. F. and J. left for Boston P.M. with Kate.  Ellen is still in town, so you see as have had some reminders of home.  I can’t tell you much that will interest you.  We are now in tents and have on overcoats so expect soon to be on guard duty.  20. in each tent.  ours takes all the No. O. boys.  As our company is not fully organized, we have not been very systematic but this week will bring us “into line”.  Camp life is quite pleasant.  The Gardner delegation contain some “queer” fellows, in short a whole band of the Etheopian Singers”, which affords much amusement evenings.  &#13;
	The order—is—5 A.M. Roll Call, till 6 to do chores washing, cleaning premises &amp;c.  From 6 to 1/4 past 7. Drill, again at 10. till 11, same from 2 to 3. and 6 to 7. P.M.  There are some other duties between so that the time will be occupied “some”&#13;
	Today have been writing, reading and “calling[.]”  Passed a few moment[s] in Ranlett’s quarters.  have become quite intimate with the Charlestown boys.&#13;
	The Camp is very quiet—few visitors.  many gone out to church, J. H. among the rest.  We have to wear our overcoats outside, on such an occasion.&#13;
	The 34 Reg left on the Fri P M and made a fine appearance.  The 36th, to which we are attached will be a splendid one.  Composed as it is of the finest material, from Northf[i]eld, Orange[,] Westminster, &amp; Gardner.  Capt Sawyer of Templeton, (formerly Capt Buffum’s Orderly Sergeant) a gentleman, every inch, and the Company will be “A No 1”.  We occupy a street, leading directly to a little Elm Tree, and nearly in the middle of the Row.&#13;
	Have been in “tip top” condition, but had a little “turn” this morning, but am feeling much better, partly owing to the sun and cloth Cap.  Joseph will be able to give you some idea of our life here.  Foster was very Cordial, and says, “If you want anything send for it.”  Shall write to him, direct occasionally.&#13;
	We have more or less Singing, and today bibles are plenty and indeed it seems like a good cause.&#13;
	And no, how do you all do?  With Mary I suppose and I trust well and happy.  You are never out of mind and hope to see you soon, and darling Lulu!  Kiss her many times for Papa.  I hope the present trial will not be without some good to her.  Shall you bring her here?  I wish you would but do what is best.  I am Saving my furloughs ‘till you come.&#13;
	Recd. a bag from Martha needle books, yarn, and Lint, &amp;c. and everybody are full of good “works and deeds.”  &#13;
	Have written to the Haynes and Billerica today this being the third letter.  So will close, my head being tired somewhat.  Keep cheerful, and think of me as in a good cause, determined to do my best, and let me hear often.&#13;
	Love to all inquiring friends.  The boys are all in good health and spirits&#13;
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1 1/2 Oclock P M  &#13;
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              <text>Charlestown, Sunday Sept. 7th 1862.&#13;
My Dear Sister,&#13;
		It is Sunday noon and I have just taken dinner and stolen away to my room to talk with your dear self.  Have been to Sunday School and church.  Oh if you could have heard Dr Ellis it would have done your soul good.  His text was “The summer is ended and we are not saved” Jerh. 8th 20th.  Reference to our Country, and though not saved he says we are not lost and must not dispair [sic].  I never saw him so much affected.  Some of the time he could hardly speak.  Last night I sent Mrs. E. a little note of welcome home as she is my teacher, and mentioned in it that three of our home circle had left for the war, and to-day when Dr E. prayed so fervently for those who had gone and those left behind I knew a part of it was for us.  After church he said “Miss Jaquith, how do you do,” and pressed my hand so kindly.  Miss E. also had a long chat with me and talked so kindly about those gone.  &#13;
	Oh how much I have to say, and how earnestly I am thinking of you all.  And, Hattie, you must comfort each other.  I have [?] so much upon seeing Will all the week, oh, was I not seurprised [sic]!  But how pleasant for Frank.  I know, dear one, it looks sad and lonely to you everywhere, but there is One who never forsakes us.  Will he not seem very near now?&#13;
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	About eleven o’clk, last night, a fire broke out just opposite and such a time in the streets, all the engines out and a collection.  It did not prove serious but I got up and dressed me.&#13;
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              <text>Washington D.C.  7th Sept 1862.&#13;
	I hardly know [how] to commence this letter.  We have seen so much, such wonderful changes.  A lovely sabbath and you are enjoying it in true N.E style while we are out upon the ground in a field about twice as large as the monument ground at C. yes three times—directly back of the Capitol whose dome and upper part is in sight about a half a mile off.  A little like Sunday I assure you.  Our Col is away on business while we are ready to march at a moment’s warning.  Came up to Alexandria last night or rather at 1/2 past 1 Clk P.M.   remained onboard till this morning when the “City of Norwich” brought us up to W.  We are all well, but one[.]   he, (a man by the name of Runson of Fitchburg I believe) fell downstairs on the ship, and hurt his back so that he was left on board of the hospital boat at A.&#13;
	Providence has favored us, for we were most shamefully crammed on board of the ship, but we feel thankful to see land and have no fault to find.&#13;
	We expect to be in Burnside’s division who is in command of all field opperations [sic][.]  Our troops have fell back to quite near W. but here it is looked upon as an intended move to draw the rebels out where we can “fix um[.]”  Some 40,000 troops, 3 batteries of Artillery, a body of Cavalry, the last, left here today in full sight from here today and it is expected Stonewall Jackson will be nabbed, as he is again surrounded.  A great body of the Army is here, and it is a marvellous [sic] sight to see the forts here.  One can have no idea of the scene.  For miles in all directions, great Batteries are forming and the “Stars and Stripes” surmou[n]t them while the lower ground is while with encampments, a large one at our elbow, only a few rods distant.  It looks like war indeed, hundreds of wagons and in the River as many steamers and transports.&#13;
	Like places more distant, there are all sorts of rumors, but I have conversed with men right from the field, and they are all Courage.  There is a regiment or two more passing to Camp in sight, and pouring in by thousands.  It is expected the work will be finished up near here, and we shall have our share, for Burnside is not idle.&#13;
	Banks is safe, performing a rapid march outwitting Jackson, and he is a hero.  McDowell is down, McClennan [sic] in command of the forts, and Burnside and and [sic] Siegel the field masters.  Such are the ideas here.  We expect to march tonight or in the morning to Giesboro (Not on the map) about 7 miles from W. where we are to be detailed.&#13;
	But how do you, and our little Lulu do?  I can’t tell you anything better than that I am in prefect health and spirits.  It is not so terrible hot, a cool breeze, and all very pleasant.  Boys and men are selling all sorts of cakes &amp;c.  One little fellow brought out some bread and butter and cold fresh Pork, which Jno Miller and I shared and behold he was from Bedford Mass. his name Townsend, been here some three months, don’t like here like old Mass.  We gave him 15 cts for old home’s sake and his refreshments.&#13;
	Jos H is waiting here.  he is beside me.  I left your letter suddenly as [?] the Brig. is expecting to mail them in the [?], but did not.  You will direct to W.  Quote Regiment &amp; Co H &amp;c and we shall get them.  We want so much to hear from you, and if you take a “notion” to send a box of eatables, let it be small and simple soft crackers, doughnuts and cheese.  Still we live well, but I knew you would be thinking of such things.  Also add some pickles.  &#13;
	I must quit, for I right in the sun.  Accept love bountifully, and write soon, and tell your adventures.&#13;
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              <text>Review of the 36th Regt. Mass Vol.&#13;
		Leesboro’ 10 Sept.&#13;
My dear Allie,&#13;
	Just a moment to write as a man returns to W tonight.  A tedious march of 10 miles, a hard county, but well.  I came in, did not fall out only dispensed with gun and have[r]sack for a short distance.  Lame of Course but shall come out all right.  The Boys are well, and “Game”.  Our tents are picked [sic] and H Mayo is with me tent mate.  (No mail tonight after all but will say a word)  We are now seeing the beginning of Soldiers life but my mind has been prepared in full so far.  We must shorten our knapsack some, and may send home somethings, the Orange boys together, and we may not.  We can’t endure it all, and no soldier out here of the old Regs pretends to.&#13;
	We are on a gentle eminence with woods around, with a Michigan Reg on the same ground, and others close by that we haven’t learned.&#13;
	Our Col is a man.  Carried a musket for tired ones a good deal of the way.&#13;
	I will mail a paper picked up on the road and you will think it looks like it[.]  There is a Compliment for the 36th in it.  Came through “Pennsylvania Avenue”, the great Street of W. and had a view of the Capitol and Patent Office.  A fine street, but the outside of the City is repulsive in the extreme and such a country for dust!  You can have but little idea of it for our worst roads, some in South Boston and Dorchester come nearest to it.  We are among neutrals or “Secesh,” and see little enthusiasm for Yankees, but we are not intimidated and mean to gain strength for the Conflict.  You will hear exciting reports &amp;c. the rebels in Penna but it is looked upon as a desperate game, and the crash will come soon, for the troops coming in by thousands, and a few cavalry will fit them for the conflict.  &#13;
	I trust you are well, and our little Lulu.  Kiss her many times.  Keep up a brave heart, for you are a Soldiers wife, and he is proud to feel, through hardship and trial, that you know little of, he is doing a little perhaps to better your lot and the children to[?] come.  I wrote Murray from W.  You must write for the present, to the other friends, for we [know] not from one hour to another where we will be, and of course we shall be tired, and worn, but shall improve every moment as we camp, for I love to write.  I heard on the road that the 39th Mass. had reached W.  Is Frank moved yet, tell me when he does.  Write soon, have not recd. letters yet.&#13;
	Must get a little rest, while the Coffee is doing so a kiss and ever your loving husband&#13;
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							Jerome P.&#13;
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