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- This is to certify that in pursance [sic] of authority vested in me by [blank] to raise a regiment of [blank] Penna. Vols. for the service of the United States I appointed [blank] a [blank] of Co. [blank] Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers, and I further certify that from the [blank] day of [blank] 186[blank], the date of his muster into the service of the United States, he recruited men for said company and regiment, and performed the services for which he claims pay
- Description
- A blank form., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Date
- [between 1861 and 1865]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1861 This (2)5777.F.63a (McAllister)
- Title
- Gen'l recruiting office for Second Army Corps No. 416 Library Street. Head-quarters Philad'a Brigade! 69th, 71st, 72d and 106th regiments. The largest bounties given! $675 to veterans having served nine months or over. And $575 to all others! Volunteers will be credited to any ward they may desire, and receive the bounty of the ward to which they are credited. Each volunteer may choose his regiment, and shall receive the largest bounty given
- Description
- Richard L.R. Shreve was promoted to Captain May 1, 1863, and killed at Wilderness, Va. May 6, 1864. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 3, p. 838., Printed in red and blue., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Corps, 2nd
- Date
- [1863 or 1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 3# Am 1863 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.53c (McAllister)
- Title
- Recruits wanted for Capt. J.W. Hofmann's late Captain commanding Company E, Col. Dare's 23d Regiment, Company, Rendezvous, 19th and South Sts
- Description
- Company E of the 23rd Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, was mustered into service April 21, and mustered out July 31, 1861; J.W. Hofmann was later Col. of the 56th Pennsylvania Volunteers., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Hofmann, John William, 1824-1902
- Date
- [1861?]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1861 Hofmann (1)5777.F.34i (McAllister)
- Title
- $100. Bounty. Recruits wanted! For the regular army Term of service 3 years only. Apply at 118 S. Second St
- Description
- Printed on yellow paper., The illustration is an eagle with the banner: Attention! Attention!, Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army
- Date
- [between 1861 and 1865]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1861 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.76a (McAllister)
- Title
- Honorably discharged soldiers! All who desire to enlist in the Invalid Corps! To perform provost and garrison duty, are requested to call at North-East cor. Broad & Spring Garden Sts. and present their discharges to the undersigned, who is authorized to enlist men for the above corps
- Description
- The Invalid Corps was established in April 1863, renamed the Veteran Reserve Corps in March 1864, and abolished during the summer of 1866; twelve companies were formed at the army hospitals in Philadelphia. Cf. Taylor, F.H. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 236., The illustration, signed L. Johnson & Co., is an eagle on a shield with the banner: "When duty calls, 'tis ours to obey.", Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Invalid Corps
- Date
- [1863]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1863 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.52d (McAllister)
- Title
- 2d Pa. Cavalry Regiment for the First Brigade Headquarters, 337 Chestnut Street
- Description
- On Nov. 5, 1861, Col. Frishmuth received authority from President Lincoln and Governor Curtin to raise a cavalry regiment and the 12th Pennsylvania Cavalry, 113th Pennsylvania Volunteers was formed; it was mustered out July 20, 1865; Col. Firshmuth resigned April 20, 1862, before the regiment left camp. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania volunteers, v. 3, p. 1143, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 170., The illustration shows a cavalry charge, with two buildings in the background., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Cavalry Regiment, 12th (1861-1865)
- Date
- [1861 or 1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 3# Am 1861 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.18a (McAllister)
- Title
- The gallant 2d Penna. Reserves Col. Wm. McCandless. $160 bounty! And $13, one month's pay, in advance. A few good able-bodied men wanted to fill up Company I, Second Pennsylvania Reserves, now it active service. The governor has authorized Capt. Peter Summers to raise a company to fill up this gallant regiment. Recruiting station, Globe Hotel Sixth Street, below Chestnut
- Description
- The Second Reserves, 31st Regiment Infantry of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, was organized under the direction of Col. W.B. Mann in May 1861; William McCandless was elected lieutenant colonel Oct. 22, 1861, and commissioned colonel in Aug. 1862; the regiment was mustered out June 16, 1864. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 1, p. 575, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 67., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 31st (1861-1864), Company I.
- Date
- [1862?]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1862 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.27c (McAllister)
- Title
- Co. B Third Regiment Reserve Brigade Armory, twenty-second & Spring Garden Sts. (Fairmount Market.) Persons desirous of joining this company, now in active service, will be furnished with overcoat, blanket, knapsack, haversack, canteen, plate, cup, &c., and will be forwarded at once to the regiment. A detachment leaves this evening. Philadelphia, Sept. 17th, 1862
- Description
- The Third Reserves, 32nd Regiment Infantry of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, was mustered in July 27, 1861 under the command of Col. H.G. Sickel; the regiment was mustered out June 17, 1864. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 1, p. 609, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 69., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 32nd (1861-1864), Company B.
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1862 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.29b (McAllister)
- Title
- Fall in! March to defend your state! Recruits are wanted for Company C, Second Regiment, Reserve Brigade! Arms and accoutrements ready. Armory, Board of Trade Building, 505 Chestnut St., 3d story
- Description
- The Second Reserves, 31st Regiment Infantry of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, was organized under the direction of Col. W.B. Mann in May 1861; the regiment was mustered out June 16, 1864. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 1, p. 575, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 67., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook; inscribed: 100 Sept 17., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 31st (1861-1864), Company C.
- Date
- [1861]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1861 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.29a (McAllister)
- Title
- National Guard 19th Regiment, P.V. Col. Peter Lyle Good active men wanted for Company F
- Description
- Company F of the 19th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers was mustered in May 18 and mustered out Aug. 29, 1861. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 1, p. 176, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 36., Printed in red and blue., The illustration, signed L. Johnson & Co., is an eagle on a shield with the banner: Not for ourselves, but for our country., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 19th (1861), Company F.
- Date
- [1861]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1861 Uni Sta (4)5777.F.8 (McAllister)
- Title
- National Guard 19th Regiment, P.V. Colonel P. Lyle Good active men wanted for Company H. Pay and rations to commence at once, and sent to camp immediately. Recruiting stations at the armory, Race Street, bel. Sixth. 432 N. Second Street. N.E. cor. Third & Gaskill Sts. Petit's Railroad House, lower terminus Fifth & Sixth St. Railway. Market Street, near Darby Road, West Philadelphia
- Description
- Company H of the 19th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers was mustered in May 18 and mustered our Aug. 29, 1861. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 1, p. 176, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 36., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 19th (1861), Company H.
- Date
- [1861]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1861 Uni Sta (4)5777.F.1b (McAllister)
- Title
- Head quarters
- Description
- The 18th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, with Gustavus S. Kintzing Captain of Company I, was mustered out of service Aug. 7, 1861., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Kintzing, Gustavus S., b. 1813 or 14
- Date
- [1861?]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1861 Kintzing (2)5777.F.15b (McAllister)
- Title
- Ninth Union League! 215th Regiment Penn'a Vols Recruits wanted for Company 'D' Head-quarters, National Guard's Hall City and United States bounties: for one year, $500 " two " 700 " three " 900 besides ward bounties extra. Ward committees and all citizens are urged to exert themselves to fill up this regiment, and thus help save the city from a draft. Do not wait to be drafted but come at once
- Description
- The Ninth Union League Regiment, the 215th Pennsylvania Infantry, under the command of Francis Wister, was organized April 21, 1865 and mustered out July 31, 1865. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 5, p. 838, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 279., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 215th (1865), Company D.
- Date
- [1865]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 4# Am 1865 Uni Sta (4)5777.F.22 (McAllister)
- Title
- First Regiment, Gray Reserves. Co. G Philadelphia, [blank] 186[blank] Parade in [blank] uniform, on [blank] the [blank] inst. at [blank] o'clock, [blank]m., at the armory, provided with [blank] rounds [blank] cartridge
- Description
- The Gray Reserves, the First Regiment Infantry Reserve Brigade, was organized in Philadelphia in April 1861, under command of Col. Peter C. Ellmaker., Printed on p. [1] only., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook; completed in MS.: Oct. 21, 1861. Parade in full dress uniform, on Thursday the 24 inst. at 6 1/2 o'clock, a.m., ... company drill on Tuesday evening, 22 inst at 7 1/2 o'c., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Pennsylvania, Militia, Reserve Infantry Regiment, 1st, Company G.
- Date
- [1861]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1861 Penn Mil (2)5777.F.16b (McAllister)
- Title
- Company A, (Gray Reserves.) Company, First Regiment, R.B. having completed the roll of 100 muskets ready for the field at one hour's notice, and as there are a large number of members who are anxious to aid in the cause of defending their state and city, but who cannot leave at a short notice, therefore it is recommended that a second company be formed of the active and associate members who remain in the city
- Description
- The Gray Reserves, the First Regiment Infantry Reserve Brigade, was organized in Philadelphia in April 1861, under command of Col. Peter C. Ellmaker. During the crisis of 1862, it was mustered in as the 7th Infantry Regiment, Pennsylvania Militia, Sept. 12-15, and mustered out Sept. 26. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 5, p. 1162, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 218., Printed on p. [1] only., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook; folded, stamped, postmarked, and addressed in MS. to J.J. Phillips Esq. 227 N. 12th St., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Pennsylvania, Militia, Reserve Infantry Regiment, 1st, Company A.
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1862 Penn Mil (2)5777.F.16c (McAllister)
- Title
- Men of the 15th Ward avoid the draft! The 5th of September is coming! Company "C" 6th Union League Regiment! Colonel H.G. Sickel, commanding, for one year. ... Total for one year's service, $742 $483 cash down. Headquarters, Eighteenth and Green Streets. See sign board
- Description
- The Sixth Union League Regiment, the 198th Pennsylvania Infantry, under the command of Horatio G. Sickel, was organized in Sept. 1864 and mustered out June 3, 1865; George W. Mulfrey died at Lewis Farm, Va. March 9, 1865. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 5, p. 464, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 271., The ward bounty is listed as $50., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 198th (1864-1865), Company C.
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1864 Uni Sta (4)5777.F.50b (McAllister)
- Title
- Corn Exchange Regiment Col. Charles M. Prevost. $160 bounty! $85 before leaving the city. Recruits wanted for this popular regiment! Apply at recruiting stations, No. 138 Walnut Street, No. 808 Market Street
- Description
- The Corn Exchange Regiment, the 118th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, was organized in July 1862 and disbanded in June 1865; Col. C.M. Prevost was in command until Sept. 30, 1863. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 3, p. 1310, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 130., Printed in red and blue; printed on two 61 x 83 cm. sheets pasted together., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 118th (1862-1865), Company C.
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 4# Am 1862 Uni Sta (4)5777.F.6 (McAllister)
- Title
- Corn Exchange Regiment $160 bounty Young, active, able-bodied men wanted at once to fill the Corn Exchange Regiment. Pay, rations and uniform from the day of enrollment. $10 extra bounty paid to each recruit as soon as he is accepted
- Description
- The Corn Exchange Regiment, the 118th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, was organized in July 1862 and disbanded in June 1865; it was under command of Col. Charles M. Prevost until Sept. 30, 1863; Charles H. Fernald was captain of Company D. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 3, p. 1310, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 130., Printed in red and blue; printed area, including double-rule border, measures 104.2 x 72.6 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 118th (1862-1865), Company D.
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 4# Am 1862 Uni Sta (4)5777.F.4 (McAllister)
- Title
- Corn Exchange Regiment $162. $162. Col. Chas. M. Prevost Steady, able-bodied men wanted for Co. I. S.E. cor. Second and Walnut Streets. $162.00 bounty! Paid to each recruit as follows: $2 government premium when recruit is mustered in; $10 Corn Exchange bounty, when sent to camp; $25 city bounty when the company is full; $25, city bounty, $25, one-fourth of government bounty, and $13, one month's pay in advance, when the regiment is formed; $75, remainder of government bounty when mustered out of service; thus making a total of one hundred dollars before leaving the city!
- Description
- The Corn Exchange Regiment, the 118th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, was organized in July 1862 and disbanded in June 1865; it was under the command of Col. C.M. Prevost until Sept. 30, 1863; C.M. O'Callaghan was wounded at Shepherdstown, W.Va. Sept. 20, 1862, and discharged Feb. 14, 1863. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 3, p. 1310, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 130., Printed in red and blue; printed on two 61 x 83 cm. sheets pasted together., The illustration is an eagle with a blank banner, perched on a horn., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 118th (1862-1865), Company I.
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 4# Am 1862 Uni Sta (4)5777.F.5 (McAllister)
- Title
- First Regiment (Grays) Reserve Brigade. Company F Philadelphia, [blank] 186[blank] The company will assemble at the armory, on [blank] at [blank] for parade in [blank] Punctual attendance is required
- Description
- The Gray Reserves, the First Regiment Infantry Reserve Brigade, was organized in Philadelphia in April 1861, under command of Col. Peter C. Ellmaker; Joseph N. Peirsol was captain of Co. F from May 1861 to July 1862. Cf. J.W. Latta. History of the First Regiment Infantry of the Pennsylvania National Guard (Gray Reserves)., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Pennsylvania, Militia, Reserve Infantry Regiment, 1st, Company F.
- Date
- [1861]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1861 Penn Mil (1)5777.F.75n (McAllister)
- Title
- Recruits wanted! For the Curtin Light Guard! Regiment, Col. H.J. Stainrook. Recruits mustered into service at once. Pay, clothing and rations soon as enrolled. Barracks provided in the city of Philadelphia. On recommendation of Gov. Curtin, a special uniform allowed by Gen. McClellan. Apply at once, at 602 S. Broad Street, below South
- Description
- The Curtin Light Guards, 109th Infantry Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, began recruiting in early Dec. 1861 and was mustered out July 19, 1865; Richard Young was promoted from Private to 1st Lieutenant Jan. 29, 1862, and resigned Oct. 29, 1862. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 3, p. 952, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 120., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images fo the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 109th (1861-1865)
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1862 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.24h (McAllister)
- Title
- Recruits wanted for Co. F Curtin Light Guard Regiment, P.V Col. H.J. Stainrook. Organized under the state and accepted by the federal government. Recruits will be mustered into service, and pay and rations commence immediately. Well drilled men who can bring recruits, can obtain positions as sergeants and corporals
- Description
- The Curtin Light Guards, 109th Infantry Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, began recruiting in early Dec. 1861 and was mustered out July 19, 1865; Lewis W. Ralston was promoted from 1st Lieutenant to Captain Oct. 14, 1862, and to Lieutenant Colonel Oct. 25, 1862. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 3, p. 952, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 120., The illustration, signed L. Johnson & Co., is an eagle on a shield with the banner: "The Union must and shall be preserved.", Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 109th (1861-1865), Company F.
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1862 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.24f (McAllister)
- Title
- Co. G. Curtin Light Guard Regiment P.V Col. H.J. Stainrook. Accepted by the federal & state governments. Recruits wanted who will be mustered into service at once; encampments, provisions and pay to commence as soon as mustered in. Comfortable barracks provided. Roll open at the head quarters, [blank]
- Description
- The Curtin Light Guards, 109th Infantry Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, began recruiting in early Dec. 1861 and was mustered out July 19, 1865; Henry J. Stainrook was killed at Chancellorsville, Va., May 3, 1863. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 3, p. 952, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 120., The illustration is an eagle holding a small shield upright in his talons., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook; completed in MS. for headquarters at S.W. cor. of 8th & Locust, C. Scattergood, Capt., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 109th (1861-1865), Company G.
- Date
- [between 1861 and 1863]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1861 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.24g (McAllister)
- Title
- Attention, volunteers! Rally for the defence of the Constitution and the Union. A limited number of good men wanted to fill up Company D, attached to Col. Gregory's regiment. Capt. Sinex served with credit to himself and his country, in Col. Frank Patterson's regiment, in the three months' service. Men who join this company are mustered in immediately. Pay and rations to commence at once. Head quarters of the company, Broad and South Streets
- Description
- The 91st Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, was mustered in Dec. 4, 1861 and mustered out July 10, 1865; Capt. Joseph H. Sinex was promoted to Lt. Col. Jan. 11, 1863. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 3, p. 186, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 111., The illustration is an eagle with a shield on a chain around his neck, beneath the motto: E. pluribus unum., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 91st (1861-1865), Company D.
- Date
- [1861 or 1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1861 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.41a (McAllister)
- Title
- Independent Light Guard There will be a meeting of the above corps, to take into consideration its re-organization, in accordance with the recommendation of our state executive. To all gentlemen who may desire to enter a first-class military organization, an excellent opportunity is here afforded them. The corps has been in existence for some time, and has been duly organized under the militia laws of the state. The members will have the benefit of the instruction of Mr. Benjamin F. Weeks, the captain of the company, whose long experience in military matters renders him the most competent drill instructor now in the city of Philadelphia. We extend to all gentlemen an invitation to meet with us, at the south-east corner of Thirteenth and Market Streets, (up stairs, entrance on 13th Street,) on Wednesday next, October 1st, at 8 o'clock, p.m., where all information with respect to the corps, will be gladly afforded them
- Description
- Oct. 1 fell on a Wednesday in 1862., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Pennsylvania, Militia, Independent Light Guard
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1862 Penn Mil (2)5777.F.60c (McAllister)
- Title
- Citizens of Philadelphia! Awake, if you would avoid the draft in this city on the 28th instant. Enlist or send a recruit to the Philadelphia City Guard, 157th Regt., P.V., Col. William A. Gray, let each one remember that drafted men have to buy their blankets, &c. but when you join the above regiment you get a complete outfit, all the bounties and one month's pay in advance. A gum blanket to each recruit. Regiment is now in camp. Head quarters: 627 Chestnut Street
- Description
- The Philadelphia City Guard, the 157th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, began recruiting in Oct. 1862; in 1865 it was consolidated with the 191st Regiment. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 4, p. 833, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 140., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 157th (1862-1865)
- Date
- [1862?]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1862 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.70h (McAllister)
- Title
- $100 bounty! $25 & one month's pay, in advance on being mustered into service. Recruits wanted! For the 91st Regiment, P.V. Col. E.M. Gregory, commanding. Recruits sent to the regiment immediately, now stationed at Alexandria, Va. Pay and rations to commence on enrollment For further information, apply at head-quarters, Jones' Hotel, Chestnut Street above Sixth
- Description
- The 91st Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, was mustered in Dec. 4, 1861 and mustered out July 10, 1865; the regiment was stationed at Alexandria, Va. from April to Aug. 1862. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 3, p. 186, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 111., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 91st (1861-1865)
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1862 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.37b (McAllister)
- Title
- Men of the 15th Ward avoid the draft! The 5th of September is coming! Company "C" 6th Union League Regiment! Colonel H.G. Sickel, commanding, for one year. ... Total for one year's service, $717 $458 cash down. Headquarters, Eighteenth and Green Streets
- Description
- The Sixth Union League Regiment, the 198th Pennsylvania Infantry, under the command of Horatio G. Sickel, was organized in Sept. 1864 and mustered out June 3, 1865; George W. Mulfrey had served in the 88th Regiment, and died at Lew Farm, Va. March 29, 1865. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 5, p. 464, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 271., The ward bounty is listed as $25., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 198th (1864-1865), Company C.
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1864 Uni Sta (3)5777.F.47 (McAllister)
- Title
- Avoid the draft! The 5th of September is coming! Company "K" Sixth Union League Regiment! Colonel H.G. Sickel, commanding, for one year. ... Total for one year's service, $717 $458 cash down. Head-quarters 458 North Third Street
- Description
- The Sixth Union League Regiment, the 198th Pennsylvania Infantry, under the command of Horatio G. Sickel, was organized in Sept. 1864 and mustered out June 3, 1865. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 5, p. 464, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 271., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 198th (1864-1865), Company K.
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1864 Uni Sta (3)5777.F.49 (McAllister)
- Title
- 24th Ward avoid the draft! The 5th of September is coming. The last chance---the largest bounties. Saunders Guards! Company "C" Sixth Union League Col. H.G. Sickel, comd'g. ... Total for one year's service, 692 $433 paid cash in hand as soon as the recruit passes the surgeon and is mustered in.---No deception. $25 will be paid to any one who brings an acceptable recruit as soon as he is mustered in. Headquarters, Commissioners' Hall, 37th and Market Streets, West Philadelphia
- Description
- The Sixth Union League Regiment, the 198th Pennsylvania Infantry, under the command of Horatio G. Sickel, was organized in Sept. 1864 and mustered out June 3, 1865; George W. Mulfrey died at Lewis Farm, Va. March 29, 1865. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 5, p. 464, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 271., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 198th (1864-1865), Company C.
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1864 Uni Sta (3)5777.F.46 (McAllister)
- Title
- $525 bounty Attention citizens of the 14th Ward It is no time to talk of your patriotism and loyalty, prove them by joining Company "G" of the Sixth Union League Regiment, now forming in the 14th Ward, commanded by one of the best officers in the service, Colonel H.G. Sickles [sic] (late Colonel of the 3d Pa. Reserves.) All the government bounties, together with city and ward bounty, will be paid to each recruit as soon as mustered in. This regiment is now forming under the auspices of the Union League of Philadelphia, and is one of the two regiments authorized to be raised in Philadelphia for twelve months' service. Company headquarters, Spring Garden Hall, N.W. cor. 13th & Sp. Garden Sts
- Description
- The Sixth Union League Regiment, the 198th Pennsylvania Infantry, under the command of Horatio G. Sickel, was organized in Sept. 1864 and mustered out June 3, 1865. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 5, p. 464, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 271., Printed in red and blue., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 198th (1864-1865), Company G.
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 3# Am 1864 Uni Sta (3)5777.F.48 (McAllister)
- Title
- Sixth Union League Regiment for one year's service Colonel H.G. Sickles [sic], (late of the 3d Regiment, Pennsylvania Reserve Corps, commanding.) Head quarters, National Guard's Hall, Race Street below Sixth. City bounty, $400 U.S. " 100 Pay for 1 year, 192 Making a cash total of 692 for one year. Besides clothing and subsistence furnished by the United States government. Recruits will be mustered in singly, or in squads, and sent to camp immediately
- Description
- The Sixth Union League Regiment, the 198th Pennsylvania Infantry, under the command of Horatio G. Sickel, was organized in Sept. 1864 and mustered out June 3, 1865. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 5, p. 464, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 271., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 198th (1864-1865)
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 3# Am 1864 Uni Sta (3)5777.F.44 (McAllister)
- Title
- Attention 15th Ward Captain T.C. Spackman, is now recruiting for Company "B" at Seventeenth and Callowhill Streets, for one year's service for the Sixth Union League Col. H.G. Sickel, comd'g. late colonel of the 3d Regiment Penna., Reserves. ... The pay is sixteen dollars per month, besides clothing and rations furnished by the United States government. Men are mustered in singly, or by squads, and furnished with clothing and rations at once. Bounty paid as soon as mustered. Pay commences from date of muster
- Description
- The Sixth Union League Regiment, the 198th Pennsylvania Infantry, under the command of Horatio G. Sickel, was organized in Sept. 1864 and mustered out June 3, 1865. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 5, p. 464, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 271., In the list of bounties available, the amount of the ward bounty is left blank., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 198th (1864-1865), Company B.
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1864 Uni Sta (3)5777.F.45 (McAllister)
- Title
- To the patriotic business men of Philadelphia Three times our state has been invaded by the enemy; every emergency has found us unprepared to meet the foe--and for want of a force of cavalry to herald his approach his foot has been upon our soil without any warning to his presence. To meet this deficiency--remedy this now apparent evil, 1000 mounted men, bold riders, are wanted, and have been called for by Gen. Couch. ... You are earnestly invited to contribute immediately, ... all monies received for the company will be paid over to the treasurer, E.S. Hall, cashier of the 7th National Bank, No. 216 Market St., and orders drawn on him for the purchase of the horses. ... Any other information will be given at, and all communications can be addressed to the law office of the undersigned, No. 204 South Fifth St
- Description
- Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Van Cleve, Fraderick A.
- Date
- [between 1863 and 1865]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1863 Van Cleve (2)5777.F.70a (McAllister)
- Title
- Aid in recruiting Grant's army!! All corporations that have made money during this war must aid in ending it. Give your money and your influence to strengthening the army and we will soon have peace. Come up to the work faithfully; don't wait to be called upon, but send your contributions. Philadelphia, February 28, 1865. [blank] President of [blank] Dear Sir: You have no doubt noticed in the daily papers an advertisement announcing an effort to raise a brigade of veterans for Hancock's Corps, to be called the Birney Brigade
- Description
- Caption title, with first lines of text., Signed on p. [3]: J. Barclay Fassitt, secretary of the committee., "The committee who have charge of the organization of the brigade are: O.W. Davis, Henry C. Howell, George Bullock, David Faust, John W. Everman, Joseph F. Tobias, D.S. Winebrener, Seth B. Stitt. Executive officers of the committee. Benjamin Franklin, Chief of Detectives of the city of Philadelphia. Treasurer. Morton McMichael, Jr., cashier of First National Bank."--p. [3]., Printed on p. [1] and [3] only; printed in red., The illustration is an eagle with the flag., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook; addressed in MS. to John Jordan Jr. Esq president of Manufacturers and Mechanics Bank., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Fassitt, John Barclay, 1843-1905
- Date
- [1865]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1865 Fassitt (2)5777.F.72a (McAllister)
- Title
- Fifth Ward attention! All good citizens of the ward favorable to the forming of a Home Guard, for the protection of the Union and the laws of this great and glorious country, will call at the rooms of the Good Intent Hose Company, No. 602 Spruce Street, on Monday, the 22d instant, between the hours of nine o'clock, a.m., and nine o'clock, p.m., and so continue until completed, and register their names and residences, preparatory to organizing a company in accordance with the request of the Committee of Public Safety of the city of Philadelphia
- Description
- Philadelphia Councils voted May 16, 1861, to form a Home Guard distinct from the state militia. Cf. F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 40., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Date
- [1861?]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1861 Fifth (1)5777.F.70a (McAllister)
- Title
- Draft! Look out for prizes in the wheel of fortune on the fifth of September Volunteers, for 1 year's service, will receive, when mustered in, ... $575 Volunteers for 3 years' service, will receive, when mustered in, ... $925 Choice of regiments--cavalry, infantry, artillery or sharpshooters. $1000, and upwards, will be paid to veterans offering themselves as substitutes
- Description
- There was a draft scheduled for Philadelphia Sept. 5, 1864., Printed on yellow paper., The illustration is an eagle with a blank banner., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Paxson & McNally
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1864 Paxson (2)5777.F.14a (McAllister)
- Title
- General recruiting rendezvous, for all the old regiments in the field All the bounties paid! No. 505 Chestnut St. up stairs
- Description
- Matthew C. Grier was discharged from the 82nd Regiment Feb. 6, 1863; he was mustered into Battery K of the 152nd Regiment, 3rd Artillery, July 28, 1863. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 2, p. 1209 and v. 4, p. 745., Printed on yellow paper., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Date
- [1863]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1863 General (2)5777.F.28f (McAllister)
- Title
- Recruits wanted immediately Second company Hamilton Rifles now recruiting at Prof. Saunders' Institute, West Philada. Armory open day and evening
- Description
- The Hamilton Rifles were one of several companies forming in Philadelphia in May and June 1861. Cf. F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 41., The illustration, signed L. Johnson & Co., is an eagle on a shield with the banner: "When duty calls, 'tis ours to obey.", Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Hamilton Rifles (Philadelphia, Pa.)
- Date
- [1861]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1861 Hamilton (2)5777.F.20a (McAllister)
- Title
- Volunteers attention $525 bounty for one year's service only. $458 cash bounty $458 Largest bounty yet offered. "Rally around the flag boys" and avoid the draft
- Description
- Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- T.W. Wilson & Co.
- Date
- [between 1863 and 1865?]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1863 T W Wilson (2)5777.F.43e (McAllister)
- Title
- Hancock's Corps Only one company wanted $1000 bounty for 3 years. $700 bounty for 1 year. $50 premium or hand-money
- Description
- From Nov. 27, 1864 to Feb. 27, 1865, W.S. Hancock organized and commanded the first corps of veterans., Printed on yellow paper., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Date
- [1864 or 1865]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1864 Hancock (2)5777.F.2b (McAllister)
- Title
- Whereas, in pursuance of an ordinance approved Sept. 30th, 1864 entitled "a further supplement to an ordinance to make an appropriation for the payment of bounty to volunteers, under the recent call of the president of the United States," the commission appointed under the last named ordinance have certified that Here insert the name of soldier. [blank] of Company [blank] and of the [blank] Regiment of Pennsylvania Volunteers, is entitled to the bounty of four hundred and fifty dollars ... and to receive the amount thereof from the Treasurer of the City of Philadelphia, ... This power of attorney must have the blanks properly filled, and be signed by the soldier entitled to the bounty, and be witnessed by two commissioned officers of the regiment to which he is attached
- Description
- A blank form., Printed on blue paper., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Philadelphia (Pa.), Office of the City Treasurer
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1864 Phila (2)5777.F.72b (McAllister)
- Title
- Lend your aid to hasten victory! Those who have made fortunes on the war, should give to help the war! If every man will give his share, we will soon have victory and peace! When you help recruiting, you only do your duty; when you give money, you cancel a just debt! Philadelphia, March 18th, 1865. [blank] Dear Sir: The government has authorized the formation of a corps of veterans, to be commanded by that gallant Pennsylvanian, General Hancock, and has assigned as Philadelphia's share one brigade, to be called the Birney Brigade, in honor of our lamented townsman, General D.B. Birney
- Description
- Caption title, with first lines of text., Signed on p. [3]: J. Barclay Fassitt, secretary of the committee., "The committee who have charge of the organization of the brigade are: O.W. Davis, Henry C. Howell, George Bullock, David Faust, John W. Everman, Joseph F. Tobias, D.S. Winebrener, Seth B. Stitt. Executive officers of the committee. Benjamin Franklin, Chief of Detectives of the city of PHiladelphia. Treasurer. Morton McMichael, Jr., cashier of First National Bank."--p. [3]., Printed on p. [1] and [3] only; printed in red., The illustration is an eagle with the flag., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook; addressed in MS. to Messrs Booth & Garrett., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Fassitt, John Barclay, 1843-1905
- Date
- [1865]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1865 Fassitt (2)5777.F.73a (McAllister)
- Title
- $160 bounty. Corn Exchange Regiment Col. Charles M. Prevost. Good men wanted for this regiment, at Girard House, Chestnut bel. Ninth St. $10 extra bounty to every man. Captain, Lewis Passmore. First Lieut., Albert Walters. Second Lieut., Samuel N. Lewis. This regiment is to be recruited for three years or the war. Those who enlist, will receive $10 more than any other regiment, and $75 more than those who enlist for nine or twelve months
- Description
- The Corn Exchange Regiment, the 118th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, was organized in July 1862 and disbanded in June 1865; it was under the command of Col. C.M. Prevost until Sept. 30, 1863; Lewis Passmore, captain of Company E, resigned Dec. 13, 1862. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 3, p. 1310, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 130., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 118th (1862-1865), Company E.
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1862 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.75s (McAllister)
- Title
- The Corn Exchange Regiment, Charles M. Prevost, Colonel. $160 bounty, $85 cash Recruits wanted for this popular regiment. Men are mustered in immediately. Pay and rations commence from enlistment. All persons drafted receive no bounty from government. Apply at recruiting stations: 808 Market Street, and 138 Walnut Street. Dendy Sharwood, Captain Company C, recruiting officer
- Description
- The Corn Exchange Regiment, the 118th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, was organized in July 1862 and disbanded in June 1865. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 3, p. 1310, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 130., Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 7.5 x 10.5 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 118th (1862-1865), Company C.
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1862 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.75m (McAllister)
- Title
- $160 bounty. Corn Exchange Regiment Col. Charles M. Prevost. Good men wanted for this regiment, at Walnut and Second Streets. $10 extra bounty to every man. $87 of the bounty paid when mustered in. Also, one month's pay. Captain, Richard Donagan. First Lieutenant, Richard W. Davids. Second Lieutenant, Horace Binney. This regiment is to be recruited for three years or the war. Those who enlist, will receive $10 more than any other regiment, and $75 more than those who enlist for nine or twelve months
- Description
- The Corn Exchange Regiment, the 118th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, was organized in July 1862 and disbanded in June 1865; Richard Donagan was captain of Company B. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 3, p. 1310, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 130., Printed in red and blue; printed area, including double-rule border, measures 7.4 x 10.4 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 118th (1862-1865), Company B.
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1862 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.10b (McAllister)
- Title
- $162 bounty! Steady, able-bodied men wanted for Co. K., Corn Exchange Regiment at 241 Race Street. Captain, Jos. W. Ricketts. First Lieut., W.M. McKean. Second Lieut., J. Mora Moss. $2, government premium, when recruit is mustered in. $10, Corn Exchange bounty, when sent to camp. $25, city bounty, when the company is full. $25, city bounty, when the regiment is formed. $13, one month's pay in advance. And $25, one-fourth of government bounty. Total, $100 before leaving the city. $75, remainder of government bounty, when mustered out of service
- Description
- The Corn Exchange Regiment, the 118th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, was organized in July 1862 and disbanded in June 1865; it was under the command of Col. C.M. Prevost until Sept. 30, 1863; Joseph W. Ricketts and J. Mora Moss were killed at Shepherdstown, W.Va. Sept. 20, 1862. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 3, p. 1310, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 130., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 7.6 x 10.5 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 118th (1862-1865), Company K.
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1862 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.10c (McAllister)
- Title
- Corn Exchange Regiment, of Philadelphia This it to certify, that [blank] has been regularly enlisted and sworn in as a member of Company B. Corn Exchange Regiment, 118th Penn'a Volunteers. Residence, [blank] Family, [blank] [blank] Colonel. [blank] Captain. [blank] 1862
- Description
- A blank form., The Corn Exchange Regiment, the 118th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, was organized in July 1862 and disbanded in June 1865; Col. Charles M. Prevost commanded the regiment until Sept. 30, 1863. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 3, p. 1310, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 130., Printed in red., The illustration is Liberty holding the flag., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- United States, Army, Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 118th (1862-1865), Company B.
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1862 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.59c (McAllister)
- Title
- $[blank] Philadelphia, [blank] 1862. Samuel L. Ward, 811 Market Street, treasurer of the Corn Exchange Regiment Fund pay to the order of [blank] [blank] /100 dollars. Attest, [blank] [blank] Chairman, [blank] Secretary, of the executive committee
- Description
- A blank bank draft., The Corn Exchange Regiment, the 118th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, was organized in July 1862 and disbanded in June 1865. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 3, p. 1310, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 130., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Corn Exchange Regiment Fund
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1862 Corn (2)5777.F.63c (McAllister)
- Title
- Boarders, away! Blue jackets, to the rescue Remember the deeds of Barney's sailors at Bladensburg and Baltimore, and rush to the defence of the capital. Independent naval battery! For the emergency! Come forward, sailors, and lead the way for the land lubbers! Rendezvous at the Union Volunteer Refreshment Saloon foot of Washington St
- Description
- Printed on yellow paper., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Date
- [between 1861 and 1865]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1861 Boarders (2)5777.F.31a (McAllister)