James George wrote this letter from camp near Cornith, Mississippi. He has sent three hundred dollars by Captain T. Eifer to the express office in Red Wing. He expects to get paid another four hundred dollars at the first of the month. He has done all the paper work to discharge Darwin Rassitor. They are expecting a big battle any day. His health is not good and he has trouble getting around.
James George wrote this letter from camp near Cornith, Mississippi. The health of everyone in camp has improved. They have moved to a new clean camp and everyone's health is improving. He urges her to write and to send her letters to the camp via Louisville. He plans to send $200 to the Red Wing Express office in a few days. He praises Edna's improved writing and warns Rhoda to be careful of her cough.
James George wrote this letter from camp near Cornith, Mississippi. He has decioded to send his wife three hundred dollars instead of two hundred dollars. He advises her to not tell anyone about the money and to keep it with her at all times. He has discharged D. Rassitor because he was not fit for duty. Rassitor will be starting for home in a few days.
James George wrote this letter from Mantorville to his daughter, Helen on December 11, 1859. He writes about the value of education and warns her against associating with Mr. Wescotts, Blaisdelle or Sid Miller.
James Greorge wrote this letter from camp. He has not received mail in about a month and presumes it is because the Confederate forces control the area to the rear of his unit. He has heard of Union victories from the Potomac to the Gulf, but has no news of the enemy forces near him. He hopes Rhoda and George had a good trip home and arrived safely.
James George wrote this letter from Ringgold, Georgia. He has not received any letters for awhile. He is now in the extreme front within sight of the rebel force. He does not believe that he will be mustered out.
James George wrote this letter from Ringgold, Georgia. He has no time to write and expects to move soon. His troops are in good condition. He states that old officers will go out at the end of their enlistment and he expects to do the same. He will send more money home as soon as he is paid.
James George wrote this letter from camp near Tunnel Hill, Georgia. They are under marching orders and have been in the front for several days. He is very tired.
This letter was written by James George from camp near Cornith, Mississippi. He is very close to the enemy, but is not sure if there will be a battle. He is unwell and intends to leave when the battle is over.
Receipt made out to Fred Tews for payment on account of $25.00. Laird Nord Yards was a retail lumber dealer in Stewartville, MN. The business was established in 1855 and incorporated in 1900.
Property tax receipt made out to Fred Tews for property taxes he paid for 1901. It appears there was a penalty for late payment. The payment was for one full year.
The Land Tax Road Receipt was for road taxes paid in the village of Stewartville. Mr. Tews was also charged a labor payment for Personal Property Road Tax.
A receipt made out to Fred Tews for fifty cents that was paid to the State Prohibition Committee. The purpose of this committee was to eliminate the manufacture, sale, and consumption of alcoholic beverages in the United States.
A bill for grains and cow pasturage. It appears that a discount was given since Mr. Tews paid in cash. The payment for cash was signed by Wauzee Cussons, one of the owners of the mill.
An invitation from the Stewartville Alumni Association in June of 1924. The invitation asked the "Ladies" to bring a covered dish to suit their tastes, sandwiches, and silverware. The men were to bring nickels for ice cream and coffee.
A bill made out to Fred Tews for general merchandise. The bill shows the amount of the purchase and a credit he received. Mr. Aupperle's signature is shown with the date the bill was paid in full.