A telegram from Colfax in Washington DC to Milroy in LaPorte, stating that some military supplies have been sent to Milroy, while others should be purchased locally.
Letters; Milroy family--Correspondence; Emancipation Proclamation; United States. Army--Drill and tactics
A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, describing his movements through the western Virginia mountains from late November until early January. He describes a few skirmishes they have along the way. He also makes reference to the Emancipation...
A telegram to Milroy, letting him know that some of his men are at New Creek and have been ordered to meet him at Bedford. Schenck stresses the need for Milroy to reorganize his men.
Letters; Milroy family--Correspondence; Skirmishing; United States. Army--Military life
A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, to let her know how much he missed her after her recent visit. He sent a brigade toward Harrisonburg but had to order them back after being reprimanded by Halleck. He also offers details of a recent skirmish.
Newspapers; United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Mass media and the war
A letter to General Sherman requesting the suppression of certain newspapers that Milroy deemed disloyal. He offers several reasons for the suppression.
Letters; Libel and slander; Courts-martial and courts of inquiry
A letter to Milroy asking for help. Adams is set for his own court of inquiry as requested by Col. McReynolds. Adams is asking Milroy to have charges brought against McReynolds for his own conduct.
Orders for Milroy to move from Harpers Ferry into Pennsylvania to meet the rest of his troops. If he has the opportunity, he can pursue the enemy but must communicate his movements to General Kelley.
A letter to Milroy letting him know that 102 officers signed a petition on his behalf, which was sent to the President. Adams was arrested by Col. McReynolds in an attempt to keep him from signing the petition.
Letters; Delivery of goods; Political sentiment--Indiana--1863
Pierce was sent by Milroy to deliver goods. Pierce did not realize how long the errand would take and will not return as quickly as expected. The people of Indiana and Ohio apparently aren't as supportive of the war, as Pierce says "one half of...
