7 10 273 https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/8cfad0081056886acb90e64514d49f3b.jpg a207f02bb39fad48f95c9960f7712c6f https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/2f9a04777739106ebdb7b4ba8304eae9.jpg 52c11910c54fe8bbeddfbce773b41b2b 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 On the March for Fredericksburg Tuesday noon 18 Nov 1862. Bro Joseph, Will just say a word. We have been on the march for F. for four days in succession, and going from eight to eighteen miles a day, and of Course I am fatigued and feel little like writing, but will just let you know that I am alive, keep up, in excellent health, only limbs and joints tired from Constant marching, and anyone has to learn what ‘tis to walk who has not Carried a knapsack. I carry about 60 lbs. all told and not unfrequently have to “double quick” it right up places as bad as from the village up town, in O--! So you may judge whether we get tired and whether I am any stronger than when I left home. But a good Camp fire, hot Coffee and sleep makes all right[.] We are a host, moving about 20,000 strong and that’s only a small portion of the whole, so we hope to be at home[,] business all done, ere long. We are on forced marches, and you must hope for the best and not expect long letters. Saw J.H a moment last eve. I sweat the letter today but think you can make it out. He will rejoin the Reg. soon I think. Kind remembrances to all friends, and thanks for letters and papers. Direct as usual, and believe me as ever your Bro 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 Brother Joseph, November 18, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Brother Joseph On the march for Fredericksburg, VA. Description An account of the resource From Jerome to Brother Joseph 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 1862-11-18 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 7 X 8.75 - 1st Scan 7 X 8.75 - 2nd 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 #36 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Fredericksburg, VA. Fredericksburg Jerome Peirce Joseph Peirce VA. https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/af266cf3c63cece081ef6f321bf713ae.jpg 607a5e103c48389074ecc65ec2fae414 https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/9081d04901b347e8a72d5ad66ba6f71a.jpg 979ec2e81587b22a8f7ddd684607916d 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 Mar 27, 1892 Billerica Sun [???] Dear Albinia, Yours received yesterday, wish we could step in and talk awhile. Abbie has a cold, not well enough to go to church. We sent for M.E. to come down this noon with J and F, she did not, but sent word that she could not go to W. with you. I am sorry, but hope it will be alright with you, and that you will have a nice time. Alice R. had written M.E. that she was going with you. Hope Lu’s [Lulu’s] cold is better and that both of you will gain strength! Shall think of you every day, hope I shall know which day you go to cemetery. Annie seems to be gaining slowly, sat up a little while yesterday for the first time. Ethel here a part of every day. She is very good. I thank you very much for the wool. When it came, my neck had not troubled me for some days, so I laid it away upstairs in [a] drawer, to have it in time of need. So, when we read the letter yesterday, Ethel and I went and got it and opened it. It was fun for her to think I put it away and did not know that there was something for her and Anna. I think it is very funny about you knowing about Mr. Walker. I knew that Dr. W. had a son, Edward, but did not know he was living. Hope you will call upon him without delay. Give my regards to him. Tell him I am the only own cousin of his Father that is living. I used to enjoy seeing his Mother when I was in Charlestown. Wonder if he remembers his Grandfather. Love to Mrs. Allen. I think she is getting an early start in house cleaning. I envy her. I feel quite discouraged when I think of ours for Mrs. S. is up so much nights that she is too tired to work long at a time. Mary E sent us Alice R’s letter to read. She said circumstances over which she had no control prevented an earlier decision. Sorry Mary E is not going. A postal from Hall’s this morn, been busy dressmaker all the week. Frank‘s finger is better. Love to all Mother Mother has written all that is new. I have kept quiet within doors so have nothing of interest. My cold will soon wear off but it has made me very lazy. I pity Lu [Lucy] to have to teach when it hurts one so to talk with a cold. Ethel was delighted with her bright money. She is such a good little girl when here and they say Anna is at home but together they do not harmonize so well. As they grow older they will more. I send the spoon with this. Cousin been in. Frank has a cold but wearing off. My daphne has a cluster of blossoms, very sweet. 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 Mother and probably Abbie to Allie, March 27, 1892 Subject The topic of the resource Mother Abbie Allie Billerica, 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 Boston Nov. 18th 1862 Dear brother Jerome We recieved [sic] your very interesting and truly welcome letter of Oct. 30th yesterday, also the little sprigs you gathered on the march which I shall keep as precious mementoes of a loved soldier. I must also acknowledge the one you sent me dated Oct. 25th (Edward’s birth day)[.] perhaps you did not think of it when writing[.] it contained a few leaves from “pleasant Valley” which I preserve as treasures from you. Your letters give us all much joy and comfort, they have as much as two readings aloud. yesterday Foster brought it home, when he came to dinner. all the family were present but George who had some play to attend to (Edward dines with us Saturdays)[.] your letter was of course read by Ellen for the benifit [sic] of us all then at evening George learned that a letter had been received from Uncle Jerome and called for a second reading, which was readily granted, so you may imagine us all in our little back parlor listening again to your cherished missive. The snow storm which commenced in Va. has reached us[.] it commensed [sic] snowing friday morning, continued all day and night, then a rain set in, which has not ceased yet. it is a dark and gloomy day. Foster and his three sons have gone to Church[.] Ellen[,] Alice and myself keep house. Had it been pleasant yesterday we should have looked for Allie and Lulu[.] Joseph wrote that he was coming to Boston and they were to accompany him. I shall expect them as soon as it is pleasant weather. Shall keep them as long as we can, but do not expect Allie[.] we’ll feel like making a long stay on account of Lulu[.] I think she will want to get settled before winter “sets in.” Jerome I am perfectly astonished to know how well the soldiers all bear the long severe marches. it does seem as if poor human nature, would “give out,” but it only proves, that we know not how much we can bear till we have the trial, and the “old addage [sic], every bark is fitted to its own burden”, and above all, that “we have strength given us according to our day.” We begin to fear you have to continue on to Richmond before anything decisive is done. and McClen is removed and for what? –I suppose we have yet to learn but for all everything moves so unfavorable for us, I am full in the faith that we shall come out a purified nation but never in my opinion with the “Union as it was” nor do I believe the People want it, but I know there is a Party that does want it. shame on the North for their political division. The wider this line of strife the greater sacrifice of life and blood. But it is very foolish for me to be talking politics for I know nothing about it. All the sympathies of my heart go for the self[-]sacrificing soldier who deprives himself of every comfort and luxury to fight our battles for us while we stay at home enjoying life in some degree though not as before our hearts weere [sic] divided betwe[e]n home and war. I have just been interrupted by family duties dear brother, so now after the lapse of two hours, I will try to finish my letter to you. Our friends are all well so far as I know. Mother and Lucy are well[.] L. was in last week, always trying to do good for som[e]body, interested in every body. Would she not be a good nurse for our hospatals [sic] think you? I thank you dear J. for writing us[.] hope you will do so as often as possible though I know you have a multitude of friends who feel just as desirous of hearing from you as we do, and as you are marching I know you will have less time, but be sure a word from you will always be hailed with joy by us all. Now dear brother may you be blessed with health and strength in your onward march and however the “tide turns” I am sure you will have the happy consciousness of having performed your duty well. Remember me in much kindness to Joseph Henry[.] tell him we all do feel a deep interest in him. it would add much to our pleasure if he would find time to write us. Ever your loving sister Kate 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 Sister Kate [Jerome's niece. Daugther of Jerome's Brother Joseph] to Jerome, November 18, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Sister Kate Peirce, Jerome Boston, MA. Description An account of the resource From Sister Kate to Jerome Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sister Kate 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 1862-11-18 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 5.15 X 2.77 - 1st Scan 5.02 X 7.94 - 2nd Scan 5.02 X 7.94 - 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 #35 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. Boston Jerome Peirce MA. 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Text Any textual data included in the document LETTER TRANSCRIPTION Arcadia St., Dorchester [Mass.] April 26th/75 Dear Mrs. Peirce I yesterday thought I should write to you, but we all (that is Mr. and Mrs. Swan, Nellie and myself) went to Cambridge to attend the services at Mr. Everett’s funeral. It was a long ride and when we got home, I was very tired and did not feel like writing. After the services, the relatives and friends who intended going to Forest Hills were requested to remain till those who did not go, had left the house. There were a considerable many of our old acquaintance. Mrs. Davis, Flowers, Pikeman, Archer and others who came and shook hands and spoke with me. Misses Stetson and Walker, Mrs. Y. Forster, Miss Balfour and others. I could not name all. Dr. Ellis and Mr. Hall conducted the services. Mr. Hall read the scriptures and a “Hymn” “My God I thank thee, may no thought ere deem thy chastisements severe”. Then Dr. Ellis made some remarks speaking of their connection with each other even from their childhood - of the goodness and purity of his character, its simplicity and devotedness to his duty. Mrs. Swan thought him very excellent that he did not say any too much, it seemed just what Mr. Everett was. Dr. E. [Ellis] at the close of his remarks read a favorite hymn of Mr. Everett’s beginning “Behold the western evening light! It melts in deeper gloom.” Mr. Hall followed with a few remarks of the same tenor, the beauty and purity of his life and then closed with prayer. We did not go to Forest Hill but returned home. There were not as many as I expected to see there. Mr. Grunnell was there, Lizzie Hurd and others that Nellie saw that I did not. He died Friday morning. He had a comfortable night and died very gently without suffering. A truly good man has passed from this world. I hope to go to Charlestown next Saturday to spend Sunday. I shall probably come out Monday and may meet you in the cars. I did not calculate to stay but we are going to have some floor varnishing done which will be more convenient to have our family small. Katie is going and I expect to and Nellie will probably go somewhere. Monday I shall expect to see you. Give my love to Lucy. Yours with love M. H. Lorring TRANSCRIBER’S NOTES (Josef Rokus) NOTE 1: The hymn “My God, I thank Thee…” was written by Andrews Norton (1786-1853). The first stanza reads as follows: My God, I thank Thee! May no thought E’er deem Thy chastisement severe; But may this heart, by sorrow taught, Calm each wild wish, each idle fear. NOTE 2: The hymn “Behold the evening light…” was written by William B. O. Peabody (1799-1847). The first few lines read as follows: Behold the western evening light; It melts in deepening gloom, So calmly Christians sink away Descending to the tomb. 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 M.H. Lorring to Allie, April 26, 1875 Subject The topic of the resource Lorring, M.H. Allie Dorchester, MA. Description An account of the resource From M.H. Lorring to Allie Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource M.H. 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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 #249 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Arcadia St., Dorchester, MA. Allie Dorchester MA M.H. Lorring https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/6cfd8dd9dfe5be74da3a823652224e03.jpg d58c29aebc898f20657f196e644dd571 https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/0e49a16cb1ec4b4e5d31d530e256d644.jpg 76bd9434acfd0e711d33f9f9935e537a 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 Billerica, Nov. 28, 1869 My Dear Mother, Aunt Abbie got home safely. I was very glad to see her. She is sick abed with a headache today. She has not been up yet. I do not know whether she will get up today or not. Grandpa, Grandma, Uncle Frank and Uncle Joseph have gone to church. Alfred and I are keeping house. It is not windy today. Frolio and Daisy are sleeping in the large rocking chair. I had a candy feast yesterday afternoon with the candy you sent me. It was very nice and I thank you very much for it. Aunt Mamie is at Lowell. I am having a very nice time here this morning. When do you think you shall come up again? I hope you will soon, as I should like to see you very much. I do not know of any news to tell you. Please write to me soon, as I should like to hear from you. Aunt Abbie thinks that one of her Verbenas is going to blossom. I think so too. Uncle M. has taken down that old shed out at his house. It looks quite funny. You can see over to Mr. Ellicot’s out of her end window now. It is quite pleasant. After dinner. Grandpa and Grandma have got home from church. Uncle Frank and Uncle Joseph have not got home yet from the Sunday school. I must say goodbye now. From your loving Lulu Dear Albinia, Lulu has left room for me to write. How are you, not sick I hope. After going through so much, it must be a satisfaction to you, to feel that you have been so useful to those that were so sorely afflicted, how sad it is for the Dr. and Mrs. Meriman. Eliza Rogers came to me to learn the particulars, had heard nothing, only what was in the papers, and Mrs. [???] Crosby did not hear of her death till the afternoon she was buried. Would have liked to have you down. She was so glad you were where you could be there and that Abbie and Mary went down. She seemed to feel her death very much, said it had not been out of her mind since she heard of it. Mr. Hussey referred to her beautifully this morn, and prayed for them that had so justly loved her. I suppose Mary went to Lowell as she has not come home. Nat came in on his way to the cars. I thought perhaps she would be so tired out, that she would not go, was glad you took her home with you that night. Abbie was quite tired yesterday but worked some, today has not been up. Hope she will feel smarter tomorrow. Have not heard from Hattie since she wrote to Frank, suppose we shall soon. Have been very busy all the week, have got the pig meat out of the way. Hope to sew lots this week, have a pair of pants to make for Father and shirts and jumpers, before I can take hold of the work you left. I cannot work more than all the time, can I? And now do be careful and take care of your precious self, and not work too hard. Come home as soon as you can. I think Lulu’s cough is getting better slowly. She is very good and takes some sweet oil. Love to all and [a] great deal to yourself, Mother I have had my cloak made over. Like it very much, only the sleeves are short. Have not heard from Louisa. 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 Lulu and Mother to Allie, November 28, 1869 Subject The topic of the resource Lulu Mother Billerica, MA. 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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 Sat P.M. 15 Nov 1862 – Camp near the Rhappahannock [sic] river My dearest Wife, I seize the little remaining daylight to pen a few words to you. First let me thank you for the letter and contents which came safely to hand and which I will make the most of. Your letter was written from O Nov 5, and here let me ask you to say where my last letters are from as well as the date, as I often forget just where I write them from, for I have to[o] much to do to keep a record of it, altho’ I shall try to hereafter if ever so brief. I was very much delighted too, to receive the “Atlantic.” I shall enjoy it so much. Borrowed the Oct Number of it of the Capt. and had just read it th[r]o’. We were quite unexpectedly detained at the last Camp and reading matter is very precious, and you know my taste. But I must tell you of today. We left the Camp “Near Warrenton” this morn, and marched to this place—about Six miles nearer the river, where a Rebel force had erected batteries to dispute the passage of the river, and we heard firing as we approached, found as usual they had “left.” Gen Sturgis’ division I am told, passed over after giving them about forty rounds of shot or shell, so we went into Camp behind a little hill, which conceals us from view in that direction. We are in a “run” or hollow, a little stream or ditch at the bottom, a pine wood at the top opposite. (it seems so good to see the pine once more) You spoke of my fatigues and dangers. I am surprised myself to see how indifferent we become to both, and you must not allow yourself to worry too much, for I am in such excellent health and spirits, and as we approach danger we think less and less about it, all because of di[s]cipline or habit. I still think there will be no serious opposition from the “rebs” at present, and feel as tho’ we should be spared any serious experience at present for we are a reserve I think by the movements, and then there is such a tremendous force, and we can’t “begin” to see the whole either, that it would seem in vain for them to contend, and makes us feel safe and careless of danger. It has been a beautiful day, and the march was easy, and now we are not subject to such long and fatiguing marches. I had no idea of camping so soon today, but we were soon tented. (I have J. H’s. half tent, as he sleeps in the wagon, which we covered with Canvass [sic], and makes a tent, so that I can pitch a tent by myself) and as we get all “fixed” fires burning, Coffee and tea, (many thanks for the tea,) sleeping we present a social scene which makes a soldiers home, and we are soon Chatting[,] laughing, eating, reading, and don’t forget the darlings at home, and you would not think we were very unhappy, if you could see us. Speaking of the election, I am glad Andrew is elected, and for the rest, they Can’t have much to say till a year from next Dec. so something will turn up before that time. You ask me how I keep my writing materials. I keep them done up snugly in a roll, and in papers, between clothes in the knapsack. I have one of the potent rolls—a wooden thing opens, with a little bar across, and forms a board which I rest on my knee. I take precious care of them, and the sutlers have a little ink so “all’s well”. I am glad you have seen the friends at O. Mr Gibbs, the Harringtons & I should like to write to some of the friends but it is so hard, to so many, not that I think the less of them. I hope you will keep up a correspondence with some of them at O, the Mayo’s in particular. Henry sits here, near by. Nelson S. and some others all well, and very busy over their supper, and think little of the hardships I assure you. It is getting towards dark. How I should like to see you and talk over a thousand things I cannot write, and the sweet memories of home friends, and the dearest ones to me, are all more precious than ever, but we are resolved to glean all the enjoyment we can from our situation, and we find many hours of genuine enjoyment. Last eve we had a rousing fire of hardwood logs in front of the Capt’s tent and he invited us to sing. a large number of the Co. did so and we had a fine time till “taps” when all noise, singing &c must cease at half past 8 Oclk P.M. He sat a while and told us stories of school boy days, for sometime, and a social time we had of it. Some of us generally hang round the Camp fires till nine or ten Oclk quietly, and sleep all the better for it. The rolling hilly Country, clear weather of late, remarkable for the season, fading leaves, and reading keep one[‘s] thoughts busy, and for myself I never felt busier in my life. Happy to hear that Mary F. has a school. She must remember her brother once in a while. What news from Frank? I hope to meet him by and by. I want to ask you, what became of that maple Sugar in the box that we had in the Spring? I have so many times wished I could have some here, which of course is impossible, but I must inquire after it. Hope the “folks at home” had a taste. Tomorrow is Sabbath. Hope we shall be spared marching. We have evening meetings every other eve. our chaplain Conducts them. Any one speaks, reads scripture or offers prayer, and they are very interesting[.] Our Chaplain is improving somewhat, and seems a little more in unison with the soldiers. No doubt time will make all well. Saw Alonzo R. last eve—had a letter from Nellie. they were expecting you there with J. and she expressed earnestly a wish that you would Come. I trust you will strive every way to keep your mind occupied, forget your loneliness as much as possible, and I shall feel much better. don’t allow yourself to be alone, and how can you with our little Lulu. Darling I mention her name but little but I think of her hourly and imagine her little ways and talk, and enjoy many hours in thought of you all. You spoke of being at Mr Ballou’s. Did he receive my letter written I think at “Pleasant Valley”? I have never hea[r]d it mentioned. Of the talk about our homesickness enough. Someone did write so, but it is no matter. I am resolved to think no more of such things and am sorry I ever did. It is hard to close, but I must. Shall write when I Can, and I hope we shall rest tomorrow, and then onward, for the end, victory and home, as soon as may be! Love to all—all—for I never forget you, and am As ever lovingly Your own Jerome Direct as ever, and send no boxes till we tell you, altho’ we should like them. Send any mailable package as you do letters. Shall be glad of the mittens. Edmund Ward had a pain last Eve, and Caps[?] like mine[?] come. I need a silk Hdkf. which I have mentioned before. Glad you sold your things so well, wood, &c. [Marginal notes] [Page 5] Have J.H’s letter. Came last eve: Also papers. will deliver them[.] [Page 6] Have not seen J.H. for a few days. no doubt he is well. 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 15, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Camp near the Rappahannock River, VA. 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 1862-11-15 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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Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document LETTER TRANSCRIPTION “Character forms itself in the storms of life.” TRANSCRIBER’S NOTE This item consists only of the above text on a small business card-sized piece of paper. The small envelope that accompanies only reads “January 1868”. 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 Unknown to Unknown, January XX, 1868 Subject The topic of the resource Unknown Description An account of the resource From Unknown to Unknown Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown 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 1868-01-XX Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource NPS, Civil War Study Group, Josef Rokus (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 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). 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Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. 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. 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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 No. Orange [Massachusetts] 23rd Dec. 1860 Dear ones all, Sabbath eve once more and that in midwinter with us, and it does seem so far off to the friends. But then in these troubled times, it does also seem pleasant to be in some snug corner of the good old “Bay State” and with warm fire and bread enough for the present necessities. Peep into the outward world and be thankful for present benefits. Not that I am desponding for out of present chaos and distress, I believe will come order and prosperity and even “Union” if we wait patiently. Allie and Lou [Lulu] are just retired, the latter has a bad cold which has made her quite ill for some days, and then we think her eye teeth are coming, so that it is all A [Allie] can do to take care of her, but as she is no worse and even playful and prattling we hope all will [???] well. Allie cannot write this time I think, but I suppose her doings have been pretty much as ever, but gets quite tired, but I believe as well as usual. The boil has, or is, disappearing. A few days ago we recd. [received] a very cordial and pleasant letter from Albert Smith inviting us down and to make it our home with them, etc., but she and Lou [Lulu] of course could not go and I before mentioned that I should not. Accounts from Boston are very gloomy, business down and a hard winter in prospect. Suppose it will affect us, although I shall keep doing for the present. By the way, I am at my old trade a little. Some days ago, while at Athol, spoke with a furniture dealer, an acquaintance of and trader with Bro. [Brother] J [Joseph] about ornamental work as I had seen some on sleighs that he sold (for you must know that they “dicker” in everything here), made him acquainted with my little knowledge of the art, so sent for me to ornament a sleigh, which I did yesterday P.M., bouquets on back inside of dasher, etc., and in consequence shall do a whole set of furniture this week, and if business comes up, I think there is quite a little show ahead in that line. I think much of my art yet, and it will perhaps be a great help to me here. I merely mention this for you. And Abby or any of you that think there is something grand in winter as I rode home from A [Athol] last eve. J came for me. It was a great snow storm and the woods was perfectly beautiful, loaded with the silvery coat and I felt really sentimental over winter! Old Sully looks grey like some grand monarch of the Vale as he is. We have some ten inches or a foot of snow (and as much rain a few days since I should think), but it is excellent sleighing. At home this A.M., read Dr. Bellow’s sermon from the “Inquirer” on “The Providential necessity of the present crisis in affairs”. Liberal, kindly, but progressive view of things, and if good sermons could save the Nation, certainly ‘twould be done. But I can’t say much about it, but came hope a great deal notwithstanding. Our Christmas festival comes off tomorrow eve, and rehearsed the pieces to sing this P.M. with quite a company at Mr. Johnson’s “up the hill”. I mentioned before I believe, we have a great deal of sickness here. Mr. & Mrs. Ballou have the lung fever and are in great danger I expect. But how is your Sabbath? Am very happy to hear there is a prospect of another pastor whom I hope you will like. I see a Mr. Barber is settled in Tyngsborough. Where is Mr. Chaffee? Thanks for the letters, papers, etc., Frank also, write often. May you gain much in “Paradise Lost”. Realities are intruding fearfully upon my poetical inclinations, but I shall meet the future all the better for it. Mary, your token for Lou [Lulu] was quite fine. Her health has prevented her reading much of late, but still she gabbles over “boggle”, “coggle”, “Pretty little girl”, “that’s pretty”, and “Abagail” quite plain much to the amusement of her many friends. Shakes her hand a “day day” whenever I leave the house. Almost walked today. Hattie, what are you reading? Hope you [are] well and happy. Mother, we understand and appreciate what you say about Hattie or any one visiting us in these times. It was a “sacrifice” abandoning my visit to you and the City this season. But must close. When shall we meet? May this find you well and let us hear often. Love to each and all. From affect. yours, Jerry [Jerome] & Allie TRANSCRIBER’S NOTES (Josef Rokus) NOTE 1: The envelope accompanying this letter is addressed to Capt. F. Jaquith, Billerica, Mass. That was almost certainly Allie’s father, Franklin Jaquith, Sr., who lived in Billerica, Massachusetts. NOTE 2: In various census and other records, Jerome’s occupation before he enlisted in the Union Army is listed as “gilder.” The term usually refers to someone who “covers something with a thin layer of gold.” However, a broader definition is “someone who adorns something (maybe unnecessarily) that is already beautiful.” Therefore, his occupation could be interpreted as someone who decorates furniture. He is also identified as a “chair painter.” NOTE 3: Rev. Levi Ballou was the minister at the church in Orange, Massachusetts, when Jerome and Allie lived in North Orange. He gave the sermon at the funeral service held for Jerome on June 19, 1864. Jerome was also the “Sabbath School Superintendent” at that church. 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 and Allie to "Dear ones all", December 23, 1860 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie North Orange, MA. Billerica, MA. Description An account of the resource From Jerome and Allie to "Dear ones all" Envelope is addressed to Capt. F. Jaquith, Billerica, MA. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jerome and Allie 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 1860-12-23 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource NPS, Civil War Study Group, Barb Davidson (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 #244 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant North Orange, MA. "Dear ones all" Allie Billerica MA. Jerome Peirce North Orange MA.