| 401 |
Title: Southern Constellation
Lyricist : Robert F. Carlin
Date Created: 1863
Abstract: This is a piece of sheet music bound in a volume that belonged to Miss Nora Gardner, a resident of Tennessee. This song extols the virtues of the seceeding Southern states.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: Nora Gardner Sheet Music Volumes
Contributing Institution: Center for Popular Music
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001498
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| 402 |
Title: Cotton claim
Author : Robert J. Lowry
Associated name : Samuel Audley Rhea
Date Created: 1865-07-27
Abstract: Cotton claims made immediately after the end of the Civil War involving Samuel Rhea of Knoxville. Claim by Robert J. Lowry in Atlanta, Georgia.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: Rhea Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001363
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| 403 |
Title: Robert Ramsey in Nashville, Tennessee to Governor Brownlow
Author : Robert Ramsey
Date Created: 1866-03-05
Abstract: On letterhead of the "Headquarters Military Division of Tennessee." Writes on behalf of Major-General George H. Thomas to decline Gov. Brownlow`s request to remove troops from East Tennessee. Says the General will not remove the troops until events show "a more decided disposition of obedience to the Gov`t..." Contains clerk`s notations.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: William G. Brownlow Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001812
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| 404 |
Title: State of Tennessee vs. General Robert Ranson and others
Defendant : Robert Randon
Date Created: 1865-10
Abstract: This is a court case for treason/assault at the Hawkins County Circuit Court.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: Hawkins County Archives
Contributing Institution: Hawkins County Archives
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002825
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| 405 |
Title: Hughes, R.W. in Richmond, Virginia to the Brownlow, William G. in Washington, D.C.
Author : Robert W. Hughes
Recipient : William Gannaway Brownlow, 1805-1877
Date Created: 1870-01-16
Abstract: Hughes, a Virginia Republican, writes to complain to Brownlow over recent actions of the House of Representatives in the Virginia Case. "The provisions of the Paine bill or those repeated by Fartsworth is the least that could be properly hoped by Congress." With envelope.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: William G. Brownlow Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001352
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| 406 |
Title: Rebel Claim No. 40
Applicant : Ruben B. Fillips
Date Created: 1868
Abstract: Rebel Claims form filed by Tennessee citizens after the end of the civil war. If approved, they received compensation for supplies taken by armies during the war.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: Rebel Claims
Contributing Institution: Bolivar-Hardeman County Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003541
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| 407 |
Title: S.H. Melcher in LaGrange, TN to Gen. John Eaton in Nashville, TN
Author : S. H. Melcher
Recipient : John Eaton, 1829-1906
Date Created: 1868-06-06
Abstract: Explains that the rebels in LaGrange are trying, in an underhanded way, to gain control of the local post office. Asks Eaton to help prevent this by writing Nunn, their congressman. Predicts a hot political contest in LaGrange.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: John Eaton Correspondence, 1865-1905
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001762
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| 408 |
Title: S.H. Melcher in LaGrange, TN to Gen. John Eaton in Nashville, TN
Author : S. L. Melcher
Date Created: 1868-08-29
Abstract: Discussion of the probability that the rebels will gain control of the post office in LaGrange and asks Eaton`s help in preventing this. Reveals the writer`s belief that Nunn is being bribed to work against them.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: John Eaton Correspondence, 1865-1905
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001773
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| 409 |
Title: S.N. Clark in Chicago, TN to Genl. John Eaton, Jr. in Washington, D.C.
Author : S. N. Clark
Recipient : John Eaton, 1829-1906
Date Created: 1870-03-03
Abstract: Clark hopes that the Freedmen`s Bureau will be put under Eaton`s control without delay. He warns that the old Bureau staff, all except Howard, are antagonistic toward Eaton and the budget will be lean. He speaks of the importance of education of the Indians, and his hope that funds for this will be under Eaton`s control.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: John Eaton Correspondence
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001716
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| 410 |
Title: S.N. Clark in Washington, D.C. to Gen. John Eaton in Nashville, TN
Author : S. N. Clark
Recipient : John Eaton, 1829-1886
Date Created: 1867-11-14
Abstract: Asks Eaton`s help in securing a position for a mutual friend, Mr. Cendron. Is interested in Eaton`s work in the field of public education. Mention of another mutual friend who is in Washington and of the work of the Freedmen`s Bureau. Tells of a serenade at the White House, apparently staged by Negroes as a demonstration.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: John Eaton Correspondence, 1865-1905
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001097
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| 411 |
Title: Dance, S.E.H. to Roughton, J.M.
Author : S.E.H. Dance
Recipient : J.M. Roughton
Date Created: 1862-11-17
Abstract: This letter is titled, "Dance, S.E.H. to Roughton, J.M.". In the letter S.E.H. Dance states that J.M. Roughton is unfit for military service due to rheumatism. Even among healthy men serving on both sides of the Civil War, it was a common occurence for more soldiers to die of sickness than from combat.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: Miscellaneous Moore County Loose Records, 1830-1964
Contributing Institution: Moore County Archives
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002769
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| 412 |
Title: Rippling Streamlet
Composer : S.F. Weir
Date Created: 1866
Abstract: This waltz is included in a bound volume of sheet music once owned by Miss Nora Gardner of Tennessee.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: Nora Gardner Sheet Music Volumes
Contributing Institution: Center for Popular Music
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002670
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| 413 |
Title: Sherman's March to the Sea
Lyricist : S.H.M. Byers, 1838-1933
Date Created: 1882
Abstract: On the front cover is a picture of Sherman, slaves greeting Union troops, Sherman in battle, and soldiers tearing up railroad tracks. This song was written and composed by two Union lieutenants while they were imprisoned in Columbia, SC during the civil war Original copyright was 1865 . The back page is an ad for other songs and has an 1889 copyright, indicating that this was actually published in 1889 or later. Additional publishers are listed on the bottom of the front cover.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: Kenneth D. Rose Sheet Music Collection
Contributing Institution: Tennessee State Library and Archives
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002601
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| 414 |
Title: Milligan, Sam in Greeneville, Tennessee to Fain, John in Jonesboro, Tennessee
Author : Sam Milligan
Recipient : John Fain
Date Created: 1866-06-07
Abstract: Letter describing the state of cotton claims and the various legal measures taken to recover the property. Notes that he is awaiting a final decision and will inform Fain when he hears it.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: Rhea Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001365
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| 415 |
Title: Rebel Claim No. 26
Applicant : Samuel Cary
Date Created: 1868-06-30
Abstract: Claims filed by Benton County, Tennessee, citizens after the Civil War for damages caused by the Confederate Army. The document includes an inventory of the damages. The Confederate Army is referred to in the document as the Rebel Army. The Civil War is identified as the Rebellion. The claim had to include witnesses who could vouch that the claimant had never given "aid, comfort, countenance, or encouragement" to the rebellion.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: Benton County Court Records
Contributing Institution: Benton County Archive
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000995
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| 416 |
Title: Rebel Claim No. 136
Applicant : Samuel Henson
Date Created: 1868-06-05
Abstract: Rebel Claims form filed by Tennessee Citizens after the end of the Civil War. If approved, they received compensation for supplies taken by armies during the war.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: Rebel Claims
Contributing Institution: Bolivar-Hardeman County Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003548
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| 417 |
Title: Rebel Claim No. 135
Complainant : Samuel Henson
Date Created: 1868-06-05
Abstract: This is an approved claim filed by Hardeman County, Tennessee, citizens after the Civil War for damages caused by the Confederate Army. The document includes an inventory of the damages. The Confederate Army is referred to in the document as the Rebel Army. The Civil War is identified as the Rebellion. The claim had to include witnesses who could vouch that the claimant had never given "aid, comfort, countenance, or encouragement" to the rebellion.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: Rebel Claims
Contributing Institution: Bolivar-Hardeman County Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003565
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| 418 |
Title: Rebel Claim No. 51
Applicant : Samuel Park
Date Created: 1868-05-11
Abstract: Rebel Claims form filed by Tennessee citizens after the end of the Civil War. If approved, they received compensation for supplies taken by armies during the war.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: Rebel Claims
Contributing Institution: Bolivar-Hardeman County Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003544
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| 419 |
Title: Trustees of McMinn Academy vs. Samuel Powell and F.M. Fulkerson
Defendant : Samuel Powell
Date Created: 1868 - 1870
Abstract: This is a court case at the Circuit Court in Hawkins County for broken covenant; taking money from the McMinn Academy.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: Hawkins County Archives
Contributing Institution: Hawkins County Archives
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002835
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| 420 |
Title: Samuel Thomas in Vicksburg, MS to John Eaton in Washington, D.C.
Author : Samuel Thomas
Associated name : Freedman`s Bureau
Recipient : John Eaton, 1829-1906
Date Created: 1865-07-16
Abstract: Discussion of Thomas` arrest of a wealthy farmer for the murder of his Negro servant and the protest raised by the white people of Vicksburg against this action.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: John H. Eaton Jr. Papers, 1865-1881
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000756
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| 421 |
Title: Samuel Thomas in Zanesville, OH to Gen. John Eaton in Memphis, TN
Author : Samuel Thomas
Recipient : John Eaton, 1829-1906
Date Created: 1867-09-04
Abstract: Discussion of Eaton`s serious difficulties caused by Tomeny. Reports that he has written to Tomeny to ask aid for Eaton. Speaks of Eaton`s failure as almost certain and gives his plans for coming to assist him in the crisis.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: John Eaton Correspondence, 1865-1905
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001781
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| 422 |
Title: Rebel Claim No. 147
Signer : Samuel Thomas
Date Created: 1868-06-23
Abstract: Claims filed by Hardeman County, Tennessee, citizens after the Civil War for damages caused by the Confederate Army. The document includes an inventory of the damages. The Confederate Army is referred to in the document as the Rebel Army. The Civil War is identified as the Rebellion. The claim had to include witnesses who could vouch that the claimant had never given "aid, comfort, countenance, or encouragement" to the rebellion.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: Rebel Claims
Contributing Institution: Bolivar-Hardeman County Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003555
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| 423 |
Title: Rebel Claim No. 99
Applicant : Sarah Jane Russel
Date Created: 1868-05-22
Abstract: Rebel Claims form filed by Tennessee citizens after the end of the Civil War. If approved, they received compensation for supplies taken by armies during the war.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: Rebel Claims
Contributing Institution: Bolivar-Hardeman County Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003524
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| 424 |
Title: When the Boys Come Home
Composer : Sawyer
Lithographer : A. E. Blackmar
Date Created: 1864?
Abstract: This piece of Confederate sheet music is a song that celebrates the return of the Southern soldiers. "Nora Lee" "Aberdeen Miss Sep 29/64" is inscribed in pencil in the top left corner of the cover page. Included in a bound volume of sheet music that belonged to Miss Nora Gardner, a resident of Tennessee.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: Nora Gardner Sheet Music Volumes
Contributing Institution: Center for Popular Music
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002662
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| 425 |
Title: Schuyler Colfax, Erie, Pennsylvania to Governor Brownlow
Author : Schuyler Colfax
Author : William G. Brownlow, 1805-1877
Date Created: 1867-04-24
Abstract: Schuyler Colfax writing from Erie, Pennsylvania says that he is lecturing every night. Says that Gov. Geary will write Brownlow. Says that everyone is observing the attempt of the Democrats "to secure the colored vote from you." Says that the same was attempted in Georgetown, but "fortunately the ballot had a picture of Lincoln on it next to the union ticket..." Suggest the same tactic may work for Brownlow.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)
Collection: William G. Brownlow Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001811
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