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Letter to Anna Wilcox from John Pike, April 1865

John Pike writes to his cousin Anna Wilcox from Barrack No. 1 at Ward 12 Elmira, New York. John writes about the weather and of having a cold. He mentions Lincoln's assassination and that deserters have been turning themselves in hoping for a pardon. Original format: 1 sheet, 19 x 23 cm folded to 12 x 19 cm, and 1 envelope, 7 x 12 cm.

Letter to Anna Wilcox from Corintha Pike

Corintha Pike writes to her cousin Anna Wilcox telling her about her recent move to Charlotteville. She writes of the wedding of John to Emma Rose. Corintha mentions the local schools and church. She writes that her father has joined the store with Will and that Leroy is on the farm. Original format: 1 sheet 14 x 21 cm, and 1 envelope, 9 x 15 cm.

Letter from Benjamin Stover to Anna Wilcox

Benjamin Stover writes to his niece Anna Wilcox from Delaware in 1868. Stover writes about his travels through Maryland, Washington (D.C.) and Virginia. He comments on life after the war, describes ruins, and battle sites. Original format: 1 sheet, 25 x 40 cm, folded to 20 x 25 cm, and 1 envelope, 9 x 15 cm.

Letter from Benjamin Stover to Alexander

Benjamin Stover writes to Alexander (relationship unknown) about fishing and hunting in 1868. He describes catching pickerel in the creek, and clams from the bay. He describes hunting for ducks, muskrats, and squirrel. Written on last page of Benjamin Stover letter to Anna Wilcox. Original format:...

William Pike Military Service Record

Civil War service record for soldier Leroy Pike . Contains muster rolls, inventory, enlistment, and recruitment documents. Original format: 9 sheets, various sizes.

Leroy Pike Military Service Record

Civil War service record for soldier William Pike . Contains muster rolls, inventory, casualty sheet, hospital records and discharge documents. Original format: 22 sheets, various sizes.

Emory Wilcox Military Service Record

Civil War service record for soldier Emory Wilcox. Contains muster rolls, inventory, and death certificate. Original format: 15 sheets, various sizes.

Letter from Janette to Anna Wilcox

Janette (Pike) writes a letter to her cousin Annie Wilcox in June 1868. Janette mentions Armenia, Kitty, and Nancy Wilcox. She writes that John Pike was bought a farm in the Cedar Falls area. Original format: 1 sheet, 20 x 26 cm, and 1 envelope, 9 x 15 cm.

Letter from Janette to her cousin

Janette (Pike) writer a letter to her cousin from Pekin, NY. She writes of the snow and of sleighing. She mentions persons named Minnie, Mell, Hopson and that she and Minnie are to keep house for Leroy. Janette writes of the local school teacher, Daniel Wright of Albion. Original format: 1 sheet, 21 x 26 cm, folded to 13 x 21 cm.

Letter from Ruth Pike to Benjamin Stover

Ruth Pike writes to her brother Benjamin Stover in November 1866. She reports that Jarvis has taken John's place at the store and that John and Leroy are at the farm. Original format: 1 sheet 14 x 21 cm.

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