to sister Ella

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900 to sister Ella

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Type
Letters
Date
30 August 1865
Author/Creator
Painter, Heber, 1841-1900
Title
to sister Ella
Place Written
Staunton, Virginia
Pagination
8 p. : Height: 25 cm, Width: 20 cm
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

Writes that the young women of Staunton are pretty, but hate Yankees. Mentions that the major's sister was treated unkindly by Southern women at Church. Reports that he met Major General Curtis (the hero of Ft. Fisher) and was told that there was no chance of getting out of the service. The men are all anxious to get home. He writes thatmany veterans have deserted. Made a list and came up with a total of fifty-five men that have deserted, four from his own company. Writes that he has sent home $400. Will try to find Capt. Jackson for his aunt. Hopes to be mustered out as captain. Tough orders will be imposed upon liquor sellers. The last page is cross written.

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