February 27, 1862: Telegram to P. G. T. Beauregard

Pierre Gustave Toutant Beauregard was a Louisiana-born general of the Confederate States Army. He had graduated second in his class from West Point in 1838 and was an admirer of Napoleon. He achieved fame early in the Civil War for commanding the Fort Sumter bombardment and as the victor of the first battle of Manassas. He later served in the Western Theater (including Shiloh and Corinth), Charleston, and the defense of Richmond, but his career was hampered by friction with Jefferson Davis and other generals.

This is one of approximately 1000 military telegrams in P.G.T. Beauregard’s papers at the Rosenbach.

AMs 1168-11 1862-02-27

Transcript:

Jackson Feby 27 1862

By telegram from Memphis 27 1862

To Genl G.T. Beauregard

There is good reason to believe that the enemy are massing immense force upon Columbus and great part of Bulls force is moving on that point for immediate battle + New Madrid is also greatly threatened.

(Signed.)

Robertson Tupp

Wm J. Brown

Willoughby Williams

Jno. A. Noe

Henry G. Smith

Jeptha Fowlkes

A. Wright

Samuel P. Walker

M. J. Winks

R.C. Brinkley

Pa.

 

Citation:Robertson Tupp and others, telegram to G. T. Beauregard. Memphis, Tenn., 27 February 1862. AMs 1168/11

February 24, 1862: J. S. Burford telegram to G. T. Beauregard

Pierre Gustave Toutant Beauregard was a Louisiana-born general of the Confederate States Army. He had graduated second in his class from West Point in 1838 and was an admirer of Napoleon. He achieved fame early in the Civil War for commanding the Fort Sumter bombardment and as the victor of the first battle of Manassas. He later served in the Western Theater (including Shiloh and Corinth), Charleston, and the defense of Richmond, but his career was hampered by friction with Jefferson Davis and other generals.

This is one of approximately 1000 military telegrams in P.G.T. Beauregard’s papers at the Rosenbach.

AMs 1168-11 1862-02-24

Transcript:

Jackson Friday 24 1862

Bolivar

Genl G.T. Beauregard

Will a cavalry company [illeg]  armed with double guns + bowie knives. Answer

J. S. Burford

Pa

[illeg.] for the war

G.T.B.

 

Citation:J. S. Burford, telegram to G. T. Beauregard. Bolivar, Miss.; 24 February 1862. AMs 1168/11

February 22, 1862: John Henry Brown’s Journal

John Henry Brown was a painter of portrait miniatures, living and working in Philadelphia. He had met Lincoln in August of 1860 when he was commissioned to paint Lincoln’s portrait for a supporter, but although Brown liked Lincoln personally, he did not agree with Republican policies.

1862-02-22

Transcript:

At Charlotte Kilgours picture.

Washington’s birth day. On account of our recent victories, the day has been one of great rejoicing. Military displays, illuminations, speechifying, fire works &c &c. The Governor & Legislature visited the City. A grand supper at the Continental. Jefferson Davis was this day inaugurated President of the Confederate States for six years.

 

Citation: John Henry Brown, autograph journal/account book. Philadelphia, 1844-1890. AMs 573/14.1

February 19, 1862: John Henry Brown’s Journal

John Henry Brown was a painter of portrait miniatures, living and working in Philadelphia. He had met Lincoln in August of 1860 when he was commissioned to paint Lincoln’s portrait for a supporter, but although Brown liked Lincoln personally, he did not agree with Republican policies.

1862-02-19

Transcript:

At Miss Kilgours picture.

The Presidents second son, Willie, died last night, at the White House.

 

Citation: John Henry Brown, autograph journal/account book. Philadelphia, 1844-1890. AMs 573/14.1

February 18, 1862: John Henry Brwons’ Journal

John Henry Brown was a painter of portrait miniatures, living and working in Philadelphia. He had met Lincoln in August of 1860 when he was commissioned to paint Lincoln’s portrait for a supporter, but although Brown liked Lincoln personally, he did not agree with Republican policies.

1862-02-18

Transcript:

Commenced Miss Kilgours picture. The country in a blaze of glory at our successes last week. My own troubles of a pecuniary nature have so absorbed my mind, that I have no feeling for anything else.

 

Citation: John Henry Brown, autograph journal/account book. Philadelphia, 1844-1890. AMs 573/14.1

February 17, 1862: John Henry Brown’s Journal

John Henry Brown was a painter of portrait miniatures, living and working in Philadelphia. He had met Lincoln in August of 1860 when he was commissioned to paint Lincoln’s portrait for a supporter, but although Brown liked Lincoln personally, he did not agree with Republican policies.

1862-02-17

Transcript:

Out door busniess.  Our troops successful last week beyond expectation. Fort Donelson surrendered by the Rebels, yesterday morning, after three days fighting. Fifteen thousand prisoners taken. Great loss on both sides.

 

Citation: John Henry Brown, autograph journal/account book. Philadelphia, 1844-1890. AMs 573/14.1

February 16, 1862: Telegram to Leonidas Polk

Pierre Gustave Toutant Beauregard was a Louisiana-born general of the Confederate States Army. He had graduated second in his class from West Point in 1838 and was an admirer of Napoleon. He achieved fame early in the Civil War for commanding the Fort Sumter bombardment and as the victor of the first battle of Manassas. He later served in the Western Theater (including Shiloh and Corinth), Charleston, and the defense of Richmond, but his career was hampered by friction with Jefferson Davis and other generals.

This is one of approximately 1000 military telegrams in P.G.T. Beauregard’s papers at the Rosenbach.

AMs 1168-11 1862-02-16

 

Transcript:

By Telegraph

Nashville Tenn

Feby 16th 11:30 PM

Genl Polk

The Fort surrendered this morning at 4 O’clock to 70,000 of the enemy. 1,500 of the Enemy killed and wounded. Our loss 500. Heavy reinforcement were received by the enemy during the night. The General officers believing it impossible to hold the Fort decided to Capitulate to save great loss of life.

Genl’ Floyd with a part of his Command arrived in Clarksville by river. Gen’l Pillow is retreating by land with a large body of troops and will make a stand at Clarksville. Genl Buckner who is reported to have been captured cut his way through and is now at Clarksville. Col. Forrest with a part of his Command also cut their way through and are now at Clarksville. Pillow is certainly safe, also Floyd & Buckner

 

Citation: Unknown author, telegram to Leonidas Polk. Nashville,16 February 1862. AMs 1168/11

February 14, 1861: John Henry Brown’s journal

John Henry Brown was a painter of portrait miniatures, living and working in Philadelphia. He had met Lincoln in August of 1860 when he was commissioned to paint Lincoln’s portrait for a supporter, but although Brown liked Lincoln personally, he did not agree with Republican policies.

1862-02-14

Transcript:

No painting.

Congress has passed a Treasury note bill with a clause making these notes a legal tender, another unconstitutional act.

 

Citation: John Henry Brown, autograph journal/account book. Philadelphia, 1844-1890. AMs 573/14.1

February 12, 1861: John Henry Brown’s Journal

John Henry Brown was a painter of portrait miniatures, living and working in Philadelphia. He had met Lincoln in August of 1860 when he was commissioned to paint Lincoln’s portrait for a supporter, but although Brown liked Lincoln personally, he did not agree with Republican policies.

1862-02-12

Transcript:

At Mr Shobers picture. The reported capture of Roanoke island by our troops has created great joy.

 

Citation: John Henry Brown, autograph journal/account book. Philadelphia, 1844-1890. AMs 573/14.1

February 11, 1862: John Henry Brown’s Journal

John Henry Brown was a painter of portrait miniatures, living and working in Philadelphia. He had met Lincoln in August of 1860 when he was commissioned to paint Lincoln’s portrait for a supporter, but although Brown liked Lincoln personally, he did not agree with Republican policies.

1862-02-11

Transcript:

At Mr Shobers picture.

Our troops have taken Fort Henry in Tennessee .

 

Citation: John Henry Brown, autograph journal/account book. Philadelphia, 1844-1890. AMs 573/14.1