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Thomas J. Davis Letter : April 1, 1863
No full textDavis tells his wife that her letters do not reach him regularly like they did when he was at Corinth, and reports less illness amongst the regiment in the spring than in the winter. They have been experiencing cool weather and rain storms that have damaged steamboats docked near them. Davis says that his regiment has been playing April fool's jokes on each other all day and they are now owed five months' pay. The Army is making preparations to take Vicksburg and Davis is anxious to see the city leveled and to be done with it
Thomas J. Davis Letter : April 10, 1864
No full textDavis writes Lucinda explaining that his health is tolerable and that he experienced quite a hard cold for over a month which he is almost completely over. He notes that the Corps is still in Huntsville where they will be stationed for some time while working on building fortifications. Davis writes that in regards to furloughs, the Officers of the Regiment keep saying the men will start home in a few days. Davis suspects they will not head home until the 4th Minnesota returns in late May or early June. Davis notes that he read a letter Rosene Morley wrote to Ed Rogers concerning the death of his wife, and received his own letters from Sarah McLain, and Ida and Bennett Snyder. Davis concludes by writing that although his Regiment was mustered three weeks ago they have still yet to be paid
Thomas J. Davis Letter : April 8, 1865
No full textDavis writes to Lucinda noting that he is in moderate health. He details that he was only in the hospital at Kinston for a week and that now he is back with the Pioneer Corps. Davis writes that he finally received Lucinda's lost letters, as well as one from Clara Wilson and another from Sarah Kennedy. Davis addresses recent news of the capture and occupation of Richmond by Commanding General Grant, as well as Confederate General Lee's surrender of 15,000 Rebels to General Sheridan. Furthermore, Davis details that 6,000 Rebels came to Goldsboro and surrendered themselves to the 14th Corps. He notes that there is great excitement among the men and that he believes the end of the war to be near. Davis concludes by detailing that he will write Mrs. Burnett, and that he recently saw George and Ben Pulver as well as Star Waters
Thomas J. Davis Letter : April 2, 1865
No full textDavis writes Lucinda detailing that he is in good health. He notes that he received letters both from Green Sallee and David Ingersoll. Davis writes that both letters informed him that Brother William and Belle were married on the 2nd of March. The letters continue to inform Davis that Ida has been living with Sallee and that Bennet has been in the hospital in Quincy. Davis details that he also received a letter from William containing his photograph. Davis notes that he wrote a letter to Lewis Smith in an attempt to find Lucinda a place to stay back in Wisconsin. In present news, Davis details that they are still in Goldsboro and that he does not think they will leave here before the 10th or 15th. Davis further notes that they expect to be paid soon. He concludes by writing that while he would much rather be at home with Lucinda he feels that he must witness the end of the war which he believes to be coming soon
Thomas J. Davis Letter : April 28, 1862
No full textIn this letter to his wife, Thomas Davis writes about his wellbeing and that several soldiers arrived safely to camp but some are sick. Davis describes his current camp location as seven miles from Pittsburg Landing, TN towards Corinth, MS and that a report was received that New Orleans was taken by Union forces. Davis mentions the rumors going around camp that the rebels might attack his camp soon
Thomas J. Davis Letter : April 30, 1864
No full textDavis writes to Sister Elisabeth noting that his health is good. He informs her that he is still unsure of when he will be coming home and does not want to provide false hope. Davis details that he received letters from Mother, as well as Sister Elisabeth and Brother Isaac. He writes that the Regiment was paid, and that he acquired the Veteran bounty. He also notes they will likely receive their monthly pay soon and that although he has been paid, he will not send any money home until he knows if they will have a furlough in the Spring. Davis details that the men have been told they will leave when the 4th Minnesota Regiment returns next month, therefore not before June. Davis writes that the 3rd Brigade of their Division will leave for Decatur tomorrow while the other two Brigades remain in Huntsville where they have been quite busy building fortifications, as well as ordinance and commissary buildings
Thomas J. Davis Letter : April 16, 1865
No full textDavis writes Lucinda informing her that he is in tolerable health. He details that they left Goldsboro and came across the Rebel Cavalry ten miles west. He continues by noting that as they entered Raleigh, North Carolina from the east the Rebels exited the city to the west. Davis writes that they have received news that Confederate General Lee has surrendered his entire Virginia Army to Commanding General Grant, and that Confederate General Johnston surrendered his forces to General Sherman. Davis details that the men are excited although they have not heard exact details of the events. Davis concludes by noting that they must wait patiently to see what the next few weeks bring
Thomas J. Davis Letter : April 15, 1863
No full textThere is a delay in the mail between Davis and his wife, and he inquires about the ten dollars that he sent in a letter on March 14. He reiterates what he sent by express, but says that the package containing his clothes was stopped by the authorities and he isn't sure if it will go through. Baker, a man from home that Davis loaned money to, cannot pay back the loan until June, and Davis wants to make sure that his wife collects the interest and does not make any more loans unless she can be sure that they will pay it back on time and with interest. He reports that there isn't any war news, but that some anticipate a fight will happen at Vicksburg soon. Davis will include some letters written by his wife in this letter with her grammar corrected to study
Thomas J. Davis Letter : April 23, 1865
No full textDavis writes to Lucinda noting that he is sorry to hear that Silvie is unwell. He details that while he has been writing to her regularly, he has neglected to write to his Mother, Sisters, and Lucinda's Mother. Davis notes that the Rebels have broken up and that peace is in the process of being made. He details that he believes he will be home in July, and that while he must be patient, he looks forward to being with his little family again soon. Davis writes that while the war has cost the nation so much, it has created the opportunity for a bright future. Davis concludes by detailing that while camped around Raleigh he has continued to sell newspapers to stay busy, and that they will soon march from here to Washington to be Mustered out of the army
Thomas J. Davis Letter : April 16, 1864
No full textDavis writes Lucinda informing her that his health is good. He notes that the Pioneer Corps is still in Huntsville building fortifications, however the Regiment will be moving to a camp outside of town. Davis details that Merrick Rogers has come down with an illness but it seems light. He also writes that he received letters from Jabe and Cal Hagerman detailing events in New Orleans. In regards to military events, Davis notes the details of an accident on the railroad in Huntsville that resulted in the death of three soldiers and one civilian. He writes that E Warner is on his way to Mooresville and that he does not think the Regiment will start home until the first of June. Davis closes by stating his thankfulness for the ability to write so he can converse with Lucinda, and notes that he wonders if husbands and wives have stayed faithful to one another throughout the war
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