Scope and Contents Is on his way to assist Gen[era]l Scott in the war against the Seminoles; describes his journey south; waiting for a steamboat to take them down the St. John's River, [Fla.]; describes the Army and gives the number of Indians to be estimated at about 3500, although he thinks that figure is exaggerated; soldiers complaining of having to boil and eat pork; heard from John that all of their Negroes had been sold and that all of the "affairs" were still unsettled; is saddened that Sam [a slave]...

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Gives his reasons for resigning; is now employed in the Top[ograophi]c Bureau; news of Edward and Webb separating, and Edward composing literary works - probably on the life of Patrick Henry; has heard of his [BRJ] "matrimonial intentions" and warns him not to be rash; wishes for him to meet some of the lovely ladies in Washington. 3 pp. ALS.

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Appoints Mr. [John Preson] Johnston to the Military Academy, but cannot appoint Stephen J. Crockett, as regulations allow only one cadet per congressional district. 1 p. ALS.

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Philosophical letter giving advice about writing letters, suffering through hard times and looking upon him [JEJ] as a brother, not a uncle. 3 pp. ALS.

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Tells of upcoming trips to Elizabeth Town, N.J., to meet General Scott at Head Quarters, then on to Trenton, and then to Washington, [D.C.]. he will not, however, be able to stop to visit him [JPJ] due to troop movements; gives travel instructions and descriptions of a new black trunk for him. 3 pp. ALS.

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I sorry, but cannot send any money because he doesn't have any; gives more detailed travel instructions for Pres to follow on his trip from Washington, through Baltimore, and on to Philadelphia and Trenton, including the use of a steamboat. 2 pp, ALS,

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Gives instructions as to where and how he will receive some money from a friend of his [JEJ] in Washington. 1 p. ALS

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Is glad he is enjoying school so much, and encourages him "to make a good use of the faculties nature has given..."; hopes to visit in the latter part of October; discusses a survey of an area east of the St. Regis which will keep him busy outside until the weather turns cool; the President and the Sec. of War have visited, and "peace and tranquility are restored"; tell Lizzie to write. 3 pp. ALS. including typescript, 3 pp.

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Is happy he has become so "naturalized" to school, but cautions him not to rely too heavily on his present knowledge of mathematics; he [JPJ] should feel lucky that his Uncle Bev wrote to him, as he never writes to anyone; will stop by and see him in 10 days, but only for a few hours, as neither have much time; has received accounts of Harvey Michele's "Texas Scheme" from cousin John; other family news. 3 pp. ALS.

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Was disappointed to find that Lizzie was still at Burke's Garden, and not in school -- hopes that will be taken care of soon; news of visit to Edward's farm and his horse "Tigertail"; comments on disposition and application of JPJ. 2 pp, ALS.

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Permission for J[ohn] P[reston] Johnstone [sic] to move from one barracks room to another. Signed also by R. Delarfield, Supt. of M.A., and by J. Hayfoot. 1 p. DS.

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Is on his way back to Washington from Florida; has had gratifying accounts of Pres in school, and urges him [BRJ] to write him; speaks lovingly of Pres and gives Mrs. Carrington much of the credit for his [JPJ] upbringing; discussion of Eliza and her education, or lack thereof; wants family new. 3 pp. ALS.

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Saw Professor Capt. Blis who gave a satisfying account of his progress at school; has just returned from southern Florida where he spent the winter; comments on the state of military affairs in that territory and a bill before Congress to raise additional forces to fight in the Seminole War; gives advice and to read the greats authors and Latin "in the original" if there is spare time. 3 pp. ALS.

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Gives an explanation of why he could not visit him, and expresses gratification and pride in all of his accomplishments; is located in the country between Lake Huron and Lake Superior, surveying the land for possible fortification; comments on the abundance of trout and whitefish, and how much Uncle Edward would enjoy fishing there. 3 pp. ALS.

Scope and Contents Will not be going to Florida for the winter; Edward is considering selling his land and settling in Abingdon, Lynchburg, or Columbia; they had a "preserving" snow storm on the 18th, which signaled the beginning of winter; there is a truce in Florida now, and a group of Seminole chiefs, including Sam Jones, wild Cat, and Tiger Tail are traveling to Washington to make the final arrangements; hopes that Lizzie will be sent to Washington instead of Richmond, and comments that he would like her...

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Scope and Contents From the Collection: Papers of Joseph E. Johnston, C.S.A. General during the American Civil War, including correspondence which reflect his long military career and interest in his nephews, John Warfield Johnston and John Preston Johnston. The papers include a diary, 1857, of Johnston's survey of the southern boundary of Kansas and eighteen volumes of Civil War dispatches and telegrams. The collection also includes a diary, 1 May-31 July 1864, of Thomas B. Mackall; letters received by...