James writes to his friend Phil about the difficulties of army life. He has been marching for three weeks straight though serious weather conditions. One night the troops had to camp right down in the snow. He mentions that there are strong Union...
James Thitchener writes to his sister about his regiment's activities stating that they are on the move and are expecting a clash with the rebel army who are on the way to Bull Run. He hopes to have better success than in the past. James...
Johannes writes a letter to his sister and says that it is the first time in three weeks that he is not engaged in some form of marching or fighting. He talks about winning the Battle of Winchester and not getting much sleep that night due to the...
The Nyack Library has more than one copy of this bird's eye image of the village and the river. The interesting part of this postcard is the note, "Got your postal all right. We are going out on the river this afternoon and as it is rough I expect...
Postcard - View of house from driveway. Tudor style mansion designed by Richard Morris Hunt for Levi P. Morton in 1885, completed in 1888. Building was located on Ellerslie estate, Morton Rd, Rhinebeck, NY
A letter written by Abbie Gosline inquiring if there are any teaching positions open in Ocenside, Long Island. A note added to the end of the letter states that the vacancy has been filled.
A letter from the Secretary of the Union Free High School stating that Abbie Gosline has been hired as an elementary teacher. The salary is $500.00 for the term and she will also be responsible for the School Library.
