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You searched for: Date: 1860s✖Type: Document✖
Item Title Type Subject Creator Publisher Date
3527Administration of Estate of Joshua Moore
  • Document, Government, Probate
  • Other, Estates
  • Aug 2, 1865
Administration of Estate of Joshua Moore
Item:
  • 3527   
Object ID:
  • 011.FIC.14.8
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Government, Probate
Subject:
  • Other, Estates
Date:
  • Aug 2, 1865
Description:
3 documents appointment Caroline F. Moore as administrator of Joshua S. Moore's estate, payments of the estate
4027Aid for dependents of those who served in military
  • Document, Financial, Bookkeeping Record
  • Other, Civil wars
  • 1863
Aid for dependents of those who served in military
Item:
  • 4027   
Object ID:
  • 001.162.2
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Financial, Bookkeeping Record
Subject:
  • Other, Civil wars
Date:
  • 1863
Description:
Payment from Treasurer of State of Maine for "aid in support of the wife, or dependent mother, father or sister, or minor children..." of soldiers sailors or marines engaged in military service "during the present rebellion." Names of service-persons, dependents and their ages, amount paid listed. Signed by Treasurer of Mount Desert (name of J.S. Somes added).
12106Amos P. Tapley invoice for boots, shoes and rubbers bought by C Bartlett
  • Document, Financial, Sales Record, Invoice
  • 1865
Amos P. Tapley invoice for boots, shoes and rubbers bought by C Bartlett
Item:
  • 12106   
Object ID:
  • 008.013.002
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Financial, Sales Record, Invoice
Collection:
  • C. Bartlett
Date:
  • 1865
Description:
"Bought of Amos P. Tapley, wholesale dealer in boots, shoes, and rubbers, No. 84 Milk Street, Boston C. Bartlett (November 17, 1865)
3502Certificate of Commissioning of Francis Sample as First Lieutenant
  • Document, Government, Military Record, Service Record
  • Other, Military officers
  • Illinois State Militia
  • 8/13/1861
Certificate of Commissioning of Francis Sample as First Lieutenant
Item:
  • 3502   
Object ID:
  • 1997.1602.c
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Government, Military Record, Service Record
Subject:
  • Other, Military officers
Creator:
  • Illinois State Militia
Collection:
  • LaRue Spiker Collection
Date:
  • 8/13/1861
Description:
One page formal certificate announcing the appointment of Francis Sample as First Lieutenant of the Sixteenth Regiment of Illinois Volunteers. Sample was maternal grandfather of LaRue Spiker. Part of LaRue Spiker Collection Previously archived as object id 012.FIC.067.4
3907Certification of people liable to perform military duty
  • Document, List, Roster
  • Other, Mount Desert
  • 1865
Certification of people liable to perform military duty
Item:
  • 3907   
Object ID:
  • 010.FIC.153.4
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, List, Roster
Subject:
  • Other, Mount Desert
Date:
  • 1865
Description:
Photocopy, signed by John W. Somes, difficult to tell which papers in the Folder this goes to.
3957Civil War Enrollment Regulations
  • Document, Government, Military Record
  • Other, Civil wars
  • 1865
Civil War Enrollment Regulations
Item:
  • 3957   
Object ID:
  • 009.020.20
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Government, Military Record
Subject:
  • Other, Civil wars
Collection:
  • Civil War Enrollment Regulations
Date:
  • 1865
Description:
Instructions for preparing list of people "liable to enrolment".
16401Civil War Letter
  • Document, Correspondence
  • Other, Assistance
  • Other, Civil wars
  • Joseph Currier
  • 1863
Civil War Letter
Item:
  • 16401   
Object ID:
  • 011.FIC.70.9
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence
Subject:
  • Other, Assistance
  • Other, Civil wars
Creator:
  • Joseph Currier
Collection:
  • Higgins Genealogy
Date:
  • 1863
Description:
This letter from Joseph Currier, written from Fort Alexander, MD, to a Mr. Higgins is asking for state aid for his impoverished family in Maine. Currier mention that the soldiers have not been paid in six months.
16404Civil War Letter
  • Document, Correspondence
  • Other, Civil wars
  • Delorraine Higgins
  • 1862
Civil War Letter
Item:
  • 16404   
Object ID:
  • 011.FIC.70.6
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence
Subject:
  • Other, Civil wars
Creator:
  • Delorraine Higgins
Collection:
  • Higgins Genealogy
Date:
  • 1862
Description:
Letter from DeLorraine Higgins from Newport News, VA, to his uncle, reportedly Benjamin Higgins. Letter refers to other local men who were serving in the Civil War. He also refers to the ship, Alabama, being in Frenchmans Bay.
16402Civil War Letter
  • Document, Correspondence
  • Other, Civil wars
  • Other, Health
  • DeLorraine Higgins
  • 1863
Civil War Letter
Item:
  • 16402   
Object ID:
  • 011.FIC.70.8
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence
Subject:
  • Other, Civil wars
  • Other, Health
Creator:
  • DeLorraine Higgins
Collection:
  • Higgins Genealogy
Date:
  • 1863
Description:
Letter from DeLorraine Higgins to his uncle, reportedly Benjamin Higgins. This letter, written from Baton Rouge, LA, discussed health issues and new marching orders.
16403Civil War Letter
  • Document, Correspondence
  • Other, Civil wars
  • Other, Health
  • DeLorraine Higgins
  • 1863
Civil War Letter
Item:
  • 16403   
Object ID:
  • 011.FIC.70.7
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence
Subject:
  • Other, Civil wars
  • Other, Health
Creator:
  • DeLorraine Higgins
Collection:
  • Higgins Genealogy
Date:
  • 1863
Description:
Letter from DeLorraine Higgins, Civil War soldier, to his uncle, reportedly Benjamin Higgins, describes weather, his illness and the status of other local soldiers.
16405Civil War Letter
  • Document, Correspondence
  • Other, Civil wars
  • DeLorraine Higgins
  • 1862
Civil War Letter
Item:
  • 16405   
Object ID:
  • 011.FIC.70.5
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence
Subject:
  • Other, Civil wars
Creator:
  • DeLorraine Higgins
Collection:
  • Higgins Genealogy
Date:
  • 1862
Description:
Letter written by DeLorraine Higgins to his uncle, reportedly Benjamin Higgins. Letter written from Baton Rouge, LA, refers to picket duty and food rations.
3836Court Record of sale of estate of Joshua F. Moore
  • Document, Legal, Agreement
  • Other, Estates
  • Aug 1866
Court Record of sale of estate of Joshua F. Moore
Item:
  • 3836   
Object ID:
  • 011.FIC.14.10
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Legal, Agreement
Subject:
  • Other, Estates
Date:
  • Aug 1866
Description:
Agreement for Caroline Moore to hold sale of Joshua S. Moore's estate to pay debts of $500
4510George W Newmen appears to owe money
  • Document, Correspondence
  • Other, Debt
  • 1869
George W Newmen appears to owe money
Item:
  • 4510   
Object ID:
  • 008.075.22
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence
Subject:
  • Other, Debt
Collection:
  • George (Newmen) Newman
Date:
  • 1869
Description:
Feb 1869 Dear Mr Newmen from George W. Newmen Spelled Newmen rather than Newman I have not dun so well. I expect to and am very sorry I have had some disipointmen on the money but shall do the best i can for you. Appears to owe money
1004James Parker to Letitia A. Parker Letter and Envelope, August 10, 1862
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Other, Military, Civil War
  • People
  • Places, Camp
  • Parker, James
  • 1862-08-10
James Parker to Letitia A. Parker Letter and Envelope, August 10, 1862
Item:
  • 1004   
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
Subject:
  • Other, Military, Civil War
  • People
  • Places, Camp
Creator:
  • Parker, James
Date:
  • 1862-08-10
Place:
  • Mount Desert
Description:
James Parker writes to his sister, Letita A. Parker, from Camp Roberts near Bangor. He wishes for new food, thanks her for a letter, asks for advice about purchasing a revolver, and describes his life at camp. The original envelope is included as well. People Mentioned: Lizzie Young
1001James Parker to Letitia A. Parker Letter and Envelope, January 9, 1863
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Other, Military, Civil War
  • People
  • Parker, James
  • 1863-01-09
James Parker to Letitia A. Parker Letter and Envelope, January 9, 1863
Item:
  • 1001   
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
Subject:
  • Other, Military, Civil War
  • People
Creator:
  • Parker, James
Date:
  • 1863-01-09
Place:
  • Mount Desert
Description:
James Parker thanks his sister, Letita A. Parker, for her letter and writes about his work and life at Fort Alexander, a friend who was injured in the Battle of Fredericksburg, a photograph he sent home, and a mutual friend named Fred. The original postmarked envelope is included as well. People Mentioned: Daniel Chaplin, Tom Milan
1002James Parker to Letitia A. Parker Letter and Envelope, July 25, 1863
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Other, Military, Civil War
  • People
  • Parker, James
  • 1863-07-25
James Parker to Letitia A. Parker Letter and Envelope, July 25, 1863
Item:
  • 1002   
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
Subject:
  • Other, Military, Civil War
  • People
Creator:
  • Parker, James
Date:
  • 1863-07-25
Place:
  • Mount Desert
Description:
James Parker writes to his sister, Letita A. Parker, from Fort Sumner about a boil on his leg, traveling with his regiment from Bangor, friends who died or are missing, and a map he sent her. The original postmarked envelope is included as well.
1003James Parker to Letitia A. Parker Letter and Envelope, October 11, 1863
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Organizations, School Institution
  • Other, Military, Civil War
  • People
  • Parker, James
  • 1863-10-11
James Parker to Letitia A. Parker Letter and Envelope, October 11, 1863
Item:
  • 1003   
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
Subject:
  • Organizations, School Institution
  • Other, Military, Civil War
  • People
Creator:
  • Parker, James
Date:
  • 1863-10-11
Place:
  • Mount Desert
Description:
James Parker writes to his sister, Letita A. Parker, from Fort Sumner about receiving letters from her and their friend Hannah, his good health, family, and school. He also relates his experience with artillery practice and guard patrol, remarking on the expense of war. The original postmarked envelope is included as well.
1005James Parker to Letitia A. Parker Letter and Envelope, September 27, 1863
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Nature, Animals, Dogs
  • Other, Military, Civil War
  • People
  • Parker, James
  • 1863-09-27
James Parker to Letitia A. Parker Letter and Envelope, September 27, 1863
Item:
  • 1005   
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
Subject:
  • Nature, Animals, Dogs
  • Other, Military, Civil War
  • People
Creator:
  • Parker, James
Date:
  • 1863-09-27
Place:
  • Mount Desert
Description:
James Parker writes to his sister, Letita A. Parker, from Fort Sumner about the pleasure of receiving letters, the cold weather, a trip he took into the country and some dogs he saw there, and learning to play chess. The original postmarked envelope is included as well.
19483Letter from ACS to His Wife
  • Document, Correspondence
  • Other, Mount Desert High School
  • Sept 29, 1864
Letter from ACS to His Wife
Item:
  • 19483   
Object ID:
  • 016.002.59
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence
Subject:
  • Other, Mount Desert High School
Collection:
  • Laura Cross Collection
Date:
  • Sept 29, 1864
Description:
Two page computer typed copy of a letter written by ACS to his wife dated September 29, 1864. He writes to his wife to let her know he is well and of the battles fought near by. He also pledges to send her more money after he has a chance to buy some replacement clothes. Talks of Captain H.H. Savage who thinks they maybe related. Hopes his wife is well and sends his love.
12552Letter from William Richardson to B.H. Higgins
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • 1864 (?)
Letter from William Richardson to B.H. Higgins
Item:
  • 12552   
Object ID:
  • 015.FIC.07.08
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
Collection:
  • Higgins Papers
Date:
  • 1864 (?)
Description:
Mr. Richardson writes that he would like to have hardwood boards and specifies the sizes "to work around the top of boats" and on "skiff bottoms." Exact year of letter hard to read, but the letter was written from the Cranberry Isles. Letter measures 5" X 8".
16633Letter from Wilson Mayo to 1st Artillery Commanding Officer, photocopy and transcription
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Other, Civil wars
  • Mayo, Wilson M
  • 8/4/1865
Letter from Wilson Mayo to 1st Artillery Commanding Officer, photocopy and transcription
Item:
  • 16633   
Object ID:
  • 010.FIC.161.19
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
Subject:
  • Other, Civil wars
Creator:
  • Mayo, Wilson M
Collection:
  • Mayo Genealogy
Date:
  • 8/4/1865
Description:
Photocopy and transcription of letter from Wilson Mayo to 1st Artillery Commanding Officer attempting to locate his brother, Isaac Mayo, during Civil War.
12102Letter regarding upcoming Eden town meeting and caucus of Democratic Town Committee
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Other, Democrats
  • Other, Town meetings
  • Thomas, S. J.
  • 1864
Letter regarding upcoming Eden town meeting and caucus of Democratic Town Committee
Item:
  • 12102   
Object ID:
  • 008.006.001
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
Subject:
  • Other, Democrats
  • Other, Town meetings
Creator:
  • Thomas, S. J.
Collection:
  • S. J. Thomas
Date:
  • 1864
Description:
Eden, 12th Feb. '64 Dear Sir, As you are one of the Democratic Town Committee and as the time for our March meeting is approaching, I will suggest that we have a Caucus here for consultation, the last Saturday of the month 27th at such hour as you think best- If Saturday should be too stormy then on the Tuesday following- Perhaps it may be best to pass the word ? ? ? to get a good attendence without notifying publicly- Please let me know your mind the matter and soon as you can. Truely Yours, S. J. Thomas *Town meetings took place in March) [show more]
4518Letter to Mary Newman, 1862 from MJ ? Bickford
  • Document, Correspondence
  • 12/27/1862
Letter to Mary Newman, 1862 from MJ ? Bickford
Item:
  • 4518   
Object ID:
  • 008.075.14
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Correspondence
Collection:
  • Mary Newman
Date:
  • 12/27/1862
Description:
Letter to Mary Newman 1862 from daughter MJ ? Bickford of Winter Harborr Is this the same name as what appeared to be E.J. Newman? Second page I shall be spard to take care of my baby and then that I shall be spard ? to meet my , my little Mary in Heaven."
3909List of men furnished by the Town of Mt. Desert under the several calls...
  • Document, List, Roster
  • Other, Civil wars
  • 1869
List of men furnished by the Town of Mt. Desert under the several calls...
Item:
  • 3909   
Object ID:
  • 010.FIC.153.2
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, List, Roster
Subject:
  • Other, Civil wars
Date:
  • 1869
Description:
Civil War soldiers. Photocopied list; difficult to read.
3908List of Persons living in Town of Mt. Desert, 1865
  • Document, Government, Census Record
  • Other, Mount Desert
  • 1865
List of Persons living in Town of Mt. Desert, 1865
Item:
  • 3908   
Object ID:
  • 010.FIC.153.3
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Government, Census Record
Subject:
  • Other, Mount Desert
Date:
  • 1865
Description:
Photocopy, pages cut apart, hard to read. Shows ages, occupations.