Box 1
Contains 106 Results:
Bowdlear, Samuel G. A.L.S. to Austin C. Wellington, Boston, 1865 March 28
He praises the extent of Wellington's travels, and hits that Wellington might even write a book upon his return. More news of the fall in gold and its effect on the flour business and other goods, such as cotton. Discussion of certain members of Wellington's Regiment taken prisoner by the Confederates, as well as report of Confederate prisoners who were recently transported through Boston. 2 s. (8 p.) With transcription.
Wellington, Austin C. to Samuel G. Bowdlear; Morehead City, N.C., 1865 April 5
More detail as to the work of forwarding supplies. Conjecture as to another change of base, and discussion of a recently-passed congressional act that increased soldiers' pay. Very brief addendum praising the fall of Richmond added April 7th. 2 s. (6 p.) With transcription.
Bowdlear, Samuel G. A.L.S. to Austin C. Wellington; Boston, 1865 April 15
Detailed description of the city's response to the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. 2 s. (8 p.) With transcription.
Bowdlear, Samuel G. A.L.S. to Austin C. Wellington; Boston, 1865 May 31
He expresses hope that Wellington's return will take place soon. Continued news of the commemoration of the death of Lincoln in Boston/Cambridge. News of a concert in the Music Hall and its attendants. Very brief news of business and shared acquaintances. 3 s. (6 p.) With transcription.
Wellington, Austin C. A.L.S. to Samuel G. Bowdlear; Savannah, Ga., 1865 June 22
Discussion of the "mustering out," or discharge, process, and the mood in camp as the men prepare to return home to Boston. 1 s. (4 p.) With transcription.
Bowdlear, Samuel G. A.L.S. to Austin C. Wellington; Boston, 1865 June 27
Discussion of and response to the seizure of Richmond. Detailed news of various improvements to city buildings and streets that are now complete. Bullet-point news of various acquaintances and local businesses. 2 s. (8 p.) With transcription.
