A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, letting her know he made it safely to Nashville, as did Jasper. He's leaving soon for Georgia, but intends to come back to Nashville. He has met many friends and acquaintances in Tennessee.
Letters; Voyages and travels; Milroy family--Correspondence; Tennessee--Description and travel
A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, describing his trip to Georgia to meet with Sherman and Thomas. He talks about giving a speech to the 9th Indiana while in Georgia. He also describes the Tennessee countryside.
Letters; Soldiers--Reassignment; Territorial governors--Alabama; United States. Army--Appointments and retirements
A draft of a letter Milroy wrote to President Johnson, asking for Military reassignment to active duty, or a post war position as a territorial governor.
Letters; Milroy family--Correspondence; Finances, Personal; School
A letter from Milroy's wife, Mary, writing that she received money that he sent. His next pay check should pay off the mortgage. She would like to visit him in Tennessee if it is safe. The children are in school but term is nearly up. Mary...
Letters; Jasper (Horse); United States Military Academy
A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, writing of his situation at Tullahoma. Brig. Gen. Paine is serving under him and Milroy offers his opinion of Paine and a bit about the man.
Letters; Soldiers--Reassignment; Resignation; United States. Army--Appointments and retirements
A letter to Milroy, outlining the steps that Colfax took in order to procure a commanding position for Milroy. If Milroy is so dissatisfied as to resign, Colfax will accept it.
Imprinted at the top: Sheriff's Office, Jasper County. A letter to Milroy from the president of the Jasper County Soldiers Aid Society, letting him know of the society's existence, and offering encouragement and compliments for his heroics thus...
A letter to Milroy, presenting a long list of attempts that Colfax had tried to get Milroy an assignment. Once an assignment was finally awarded to Milroy, he immediately begins requesting a better assignment. Colfax is hurt by the ingratitude.
A letter to Milroy, expressing support. Alexander states that public opinion in Ohio is swinging to Milroy's side. "Butternutism" is on the decline in Ohio. Alexander rejoices in the Emancipation Proclamation.
