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Title: Head-quarters Provost Marshal, Second District, Pa 1214 Locust St., Philadelphia. Disabled officers and enlisted men, honorably discharged from the service of the United States, can now obtain positions in the Invalid Corps by applying at once to the Board of Enrolment, who meet daily at these quarters to examine applicants for this branch of the service
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., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: United States, Provost Marshal General's Bureau (Pennsylvania : 2nd District)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1863 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.22k (McAllister)

Title: Invalid Corps! Recruiting office, 808 Lombard St., above Eighth, Philadelphia. Men desirous of enlisting in the Invalid Corps as authorized by General Orders, No. 105, War Department, Adjutant General's Office, April 28, 1863, are invited to present themselves at this rendezvous and present the proper testimonials, papers, &c., required in that order
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., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook.
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.22m (McAllister)

Title: To arms The citizens of Roxborough and vicinity, will meet this Tuesday eve'ng, at Lyceum Hall, at seven o'clock, to organise a company to respond to the call of the governor, to defend the state from invasion
Description: Capt. Anthony D. Levering commanded Co. B of the 9th Regiment, Pennsylvania Militia during the crisis of 1862, and Co. A of the 31st Regiment, Pennsylvania Militia during the crisis of 1863, both regiments under the command of Col. John Newkumet. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 5, p. 1168 and p. 1245, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 219 and 247., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Levering, Anthony D.
Date: [1862 or 1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1862 Levering (1)5777.F.59a (McAllister)

Title: 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: 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: To arms! To arms! Rally to the defence of your state. The invader is at your doors; it is therefore the duty of all freeman [sic] to come forth and hurl him back from your fair state. Let no one say he stood calmly by and saw the Old Keystone polluted without throwing himself in the breach. Wanted good men to fill up the Ninth Pa. Militia! Col. John Newkumet, for 90 days' service, unless sooner discharged. The city has appropriated $10 for the equipping of each man, and $20 for the company's expenses. General head-quarters, City Armory, Broad & Race Sts
Description: The Ninth Regiment, Infantry, of the Pennsylvania Militia was organized Sept. 12 and discharged Sept. 26, 1862. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 5, p. 1168, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 218., The illustration, signed L. Johnson & Co., is and 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: Pennsylvania, Militia, Infantry Regiment, 9th (1862)
Date: [1862]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1862 Penn Mil (1)5777.F.31c (McAllister)

Title: March on! Brave volunteers Head quarters Company H 66th Regiment, P.V. 204 Chesnut Street. Regiment in active service! $2 cash in hand. $100 at the end of the war. Pay, rations and clothes at once. Apply at recruiting office
Description: The 66th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers was organized in summer 1861, and disbanded and reassigned in early 1862. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 2, p. 632, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 81., The illustrations show an officer, left arm raised, telescope in his right hand; six soldiers in groups of three standing at attention, facing right; six soldiers in groups of three standing at attention, facing left; and three people, one holding a U.S. flag, with the banner: Attention!., 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, 66th (1861-1862), Company H.
Date: [1861]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1861 Uni Sta (4)5777.F.56 (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: 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: To the rescue! All true lovers of the Union, are invited to enroll themselves in the company now forming, at No. 23 South Tenth Street
Description: In the 82nd Infantry Regiment of Pennsylvania Volunteers, a John T. O'Brien was 1st Sergeant of Company K until Nov. 2, 1861, when he was promoted to 1st Lieutenant of Company F; he was promoted to Captain of Company C on Nov. 23, 1861. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 2, p. 1216., Printed in red., The illustration, signed L. Johnson & Co., is an eagle on a shield with the banner: No compromise with traitors, and no argument but the cannon's mouth., 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 2# Am 1861 To the rescue (2)5777.F.32a (McAllister)

Title: Merchants' Regiment! 146th of the line
Description: "The troops recruited for the One Hundred and Forty-sixth Regiment, never had a regimental organization, and were, consequently, assigned to other commands."--S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 4, p. 551 note., The illustration, signed Bonfield and Howell, shows a Union soldier with rifle in hand, bayonet fixed, charging past a fallen Confederate soldier in battle., 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, 146th (1862)
Date: [1862?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1862 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.46e (McAllister)

Title: Heavy artillery 3d Regiment Artillery, 152 Regiment Penna. Vol'teers. Battery L is now in full course of recruiting, with clothing, rations and medical attendance. In camp. Full government & municipal bounties. For further particulars inquire at headquarters, S.W. cor. Second and Arch Sts., Philadelphia. This battery is under experienced officers, and offers extra facilities to recruits
Description: The 152nd Regiment, 3rd Artillery of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, was authorized in Aug. 1862 and mustered out of service in July and Nov. 1865; Capt. Joseph W. Sanderson was mustered into service March 3, 1863. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 4, p. 698, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 152., Ringwalt & Brown were at this address from 1863 to 1868., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: United States, Army, Pennsylvania Artillery Regiment, 3rd (1862-1865), Battery L.
Date: [between 1863 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1863 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.31d (McAllister)

Title: To the rescue! The last war meeting $152 bounty! A joint meeting of the volunteer companies now being raised by Captains Andress and Kulp, will be held in the court house at Doylestown, Bucks County, Pa, on Wednesday evening, August 20, 1862, at eight o'clock. Come one and all and enroll your names before it is too late. The above companies will positively proceed to Harrisburg on or before Saturday next. This is your last chance to enter tho [sic] service as volunteers in the new regiments. Good speakers will be present at the above meeting
Description: The imprint appears inside square brackets on the broadside., The 138th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers was organized in Aug. 1862, and mustered out in June 1865; Company H was recruited in Bucks County. The 174th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers was organized in the fall of 1862 and mustered out Aug. 7, 1863; Capt. Moses O. Kulp was in Company K. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 4, p. 351 and 1213., The illustration is an eagle with the banner: Down with rebellion!, 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, 138th (1862-1865), Company H.
Date: [1862]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1862 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.63b (McAllister)

Title: Battery H. of 152d Regiment Penn'a Vols. or 3d Reg't Heavy Artillery Col. Herman Segeberth, commanding. This battery is now in full course of recruiting, receiving $170 bounty, and advance pay. Recruits are wanted immediately, who will be sent to camp at once with clothing and medical attention, &c., &c. For further particulars inquire at the head quarters, No. 741 South Front Street
Description: The 152nd Regiment, 3rd Artillery of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, was authorized in Aug. 1862 and mustered out of service in July and Nov. 1865; William D. Rank was mustered in Jan. 19, 1863; Hermann Segebarth was discharged April 28, 1863. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 4, p. 698, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 152., Printed in red., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: United States, Army, Pennsylvania Artillery Regiment, 3rd (1862-1865), Battery H.
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1863 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.51c (McAllister)

Title: To arms! To arms! $165 bounty $90 in cash! 152d Reg't P.V. or 3d Artil'y This regiment is for garrison duty only for the defence of the city of Washington. Young and active men wanted for Battery K Don't wait to be drafted! But come forward immediately. Pay, rations & uniform, from date of muster. Apply at [blank]
Description: The 152nd Regiment, 3rd Artillery of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, was authorized in Aug. 1862 and mustered out of service in July and Nov. 1865. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 4, p. 698, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 152., Printed in red., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: United States, Army, Pennsylvania Artillery Regiment, 3rd (1862-1865), Battery K.
Date: [between 1862 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1862 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.51b (McAllister)

Title: 121st Regiment, P.V. Recruits wanted for the above regiment, now in the field. Good able-bodied men will receive all the bounties Recruits sent to Camp Cadwallader, near Odd Fellows' Cemetery, as soon as mustered. For further information, apply at the rendezvous, 337 Chestnut Street! Below Fourth
Description: The 121st Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers was organized in Sept. 1862, and mustered out in June 1865; Charles L. Atlee was promoted to 1st Lieut. Feb. 9, 1864, and to Captain Aug. 10, 1864. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 4, p. 30, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 135., The illustration, signed L. Johnson & Co., is an eagle on a shield with a blank banner., 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, 121st (1862-1865)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1864 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.38c (McAllister)

Title: $50 bounty! To the rescue! Recruits wanted for Capt. Thomas Cunningham's co. 60th Regiment P.M. for 100 days' service. Head-quarters, cor. of Sixth and Oxford Sts. Rally boys, rally!
Description: The 60th Regiment Infantry of the Ninety-Day Militia, under command of Col. William F. Small, was mustered into service June 19 and discharged Sept. 8, 1863. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 5, p. 1313, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 251., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Pennsylvania, Militia, Infantry Regiment, 60th (1863)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 3# Am 1863 Penn Mil (3)5777.F.8 (McAllister)

Title: Attention! A meeting of the citizens of Belmont & Lower Merion will be held at the General Wayne Hotel on Monday evening, Sept. 15th, at 7 o'clock, for the purpose of forming a cavalry co. for state and home protection, in compliance with the order of the governor of the state. Come! Come! Come!
Description: Sept. 15 fell on a Monday in 1862., Several independent cavalry units of the Pennsylvania Militia were formed and discharged in Sept. 1862 during the crisis following the Union loss at Second Bull Run. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania volunteers, v. 5, p. 1147., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Date: [1862]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1862 Attent (1)5777.F.23a (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: State rendezvous! Recruits wanted! Able-bodied men enlisted for all Pennsylvania regiments now in the field. Pay and rations commence from time of enlistment. Clothed at the depot in Harrisburg
Description: William H. Kerns was mustered out of the 71st Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers Oct. 31, 1861., The illustration, signed H.L.S. L. Johnson & Co. copyright secured, is an eagle on a shield with the banner: Forward! and step to the music of the Union., 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 State (2)5777.F.27b (McAllister)

Title: To arms! To arms! Fall in, discharged soldiers and join your comrades for the defence of your state All others wishing to join a company that have served their country, are invited to do so. Apply at the head-quarters, Cornet Hotel, Ninth Street, above Race
Description: 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.
Date: [between 1861 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1861 To arms (2)5777.F.4a (McAllister)

Title: Enlist in the young men's company! "See Europe's despots crouch to spring, They seek us for their prey; Come forward then and risk your limb And we shall win the day." Recruiting office at the Iowa City Republican
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook; MS. note: 1864. May 5., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Date: [1864?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1864 Enlist (1)5777.F.73f (McAllister)

Title: Philadelphia, [blank] 1862. This it to certify, that [blank] has this day enlisted in my company [blank] Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers for three years or during the war, offering himself as a substitute for [blank] who was drafted on the 16th of October, 1862, from the township of [blank] county of [blank] Pennsylvania. [blank] Captain. Mustered into service, [blank] 1862. [blank] mustering officer. Witness to signature
Description: A blank form., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 10.4 x 19.0 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Date: [1862]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1862 Phila (2)5777.F.75i (McAllister)

Title: Washington Guard! 60th Regiment P.V.M. Colonel William F. Small. $50 bounty $50
Description: The 60th Regiment Infantry of the Ninety-Day Militia, under command of Col. William F. Small, was mustered into service June 19 and discharged Sept. 8, 1863. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 5, p. 1313, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 251., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Pennsylvania, Militia, Infantry Regiment, 60th (1863)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 4# Am 1863 Penn Mil (24)1540.F.58 (McAllister)

Title: Freemen, to the rescue! Defend your state! Your homes and your property! All able-bodied men are now called upon to enroll themselves and repel the invader from our soil. A few more men wanted to fill Company H, Philad'a Light Guards Col. Geo. P. M'Lean. All bounties guaranteed to this regiment which are given to any other. $10 cash as soon as enlisted! Recruits will be mustered, armed and provided for immediately. Company head-quarters, N.E. corner Seventh & Girard Avenue. Recruiting office: Mervine & Thompson
Description: Printed on yellow paper., The illustration, signed L. Johnson & Co., in 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: Philadelphia Light Guards
Date: [between 1861 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1861 Phila Light (2)5777.F.46a (McAllister)

Title: Rally veterans, citizens, young men, for the defence of the Capitol, the Union, and the flag Drive the invading traitors from the soil or bury them in it! The man who can, yet will not come forward now is a coward or a traitor, and will be branded as such. It is no time to talk of your patriotism and loyalty. Prove them by joining the gallant 60th, be mustered into service, armed, and equipped; receive your bounties and the applause of all good and true men. Recruits will be received by Capt. H.C. O'Donnell, 6th below Chestnut. ... And at the camp on the Ridge Road near Oxford St
Description: Also listed are captains James R. Hadley, Wm. P. Sanderson, John G. Smith, Robert Himes, John McNeight, Samuel H. Wetzel, and Edward W. Power., The 60th Regiment Infantry of the Ninety-Day Militia, under command of Col. William F. Small, was mustered into service June 19 and discharged Sept. 8, 1863. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 5, p. 1313, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 251., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Pennsylvania, Militia, Infantry Regiment, 60th (1863)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 4# Am 1863 Penn Mil (24)1540.F.62 (McAllister)

Title: For the United States 6th Regiment of Cavalry for 3 years Pay from $14 to $23 per month, will be clothed, boarded, and pay to commence at once. Apply at my office Girard House, Chestnut Street
Description: The Sixth Cavalry was organized in 1861 and recruited principally from Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Western New York. Cf. Rodenbaugh & Haskin. Historical sketches of staff and line, p. 232., Printed on yellow paper., 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, Cavalry Regiment, 6th
Date: [between 1861 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1861 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.7c (McAllister)

Title: United States Army. Recruiting Service Wanted, for the United States Army, able-bodied unmarried men, between the ages of 18 and 35, not less than 5 feet 3 inches high, and of good character. A minor will not be enlisted without the written consent of his parent or guardian. The term of service of persons enlisting previous to January 1st, 1863, is three years
Description: Printed on tan paper., The illustration is an eagle with the banner: E pluibus unum., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: United States, Army, Recruiting Service
Date: [1861]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1861 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.62a (McAllister)

Title: United States Army. Recruiting Service Wanted, for the United States Army, able-bodied unmarried men, between the ages of 18 and 35, not less than 5 feet 3 inches high, and of good character. A minor will not be enlisted without the written consent of his parent or guardian. The term of service of persons enlisting previous to January 1st, 1863, is three years
Description: Printed on yellow paper., The illustration is an eagle with the banner: E pluribus unum., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook; completed in MS. for Geo. W. Fetterman 1st Lieut. 15th U.S. Infy. recruiting officer. Philadelphia 1862. Office 926 Market St., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: United States, Army, Recruiting Service
Date: [1862]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1862 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.62b (McAllister)

Title: United States Army Largest bounty ever offered Able-bodied men wanted for the Fifteenth U.S. Infantry Join this veteran reg't, whose colors have been triumphantly borne in all the glorious achievements of our western armies. Meritorious men will surely secure speedy promotions. ... Enter the regular army. The health and comfort of enlisted men receive proper care, and the largest bounty is given. Head-quarters, Fort Adams, Newport, Rhode Island. Apply at the recruiting office, No. 332 Broadway, Albany, N.Y. Robert P. King, Jr. 1st Lieut. 15th Infantry, recruiting officer
Description: Printed in red and blue., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: United States, Army, Infantry Regiment, 15th
Date: [between 1861 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 3# Am 1861 Uni Sta (24)1540.F.50

Title: United States Army. Recruiting Service Wanted, for the United States Army, able-bodied unmarried men, between the ages of 18 and 35, not less than 5 feet 3 inches high, and of good character. A minor will not be enlisted without the written consent of his parent or guardian. The term of service of persons enlisting previous to January 1st, 1863, is three years
Description: Printed on yellow paper., The illustration is an eagle with the banner: E pluribus unum., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook; completed in MS. for J. Bowman Bell Capt. 15th Inftry recruiting officer., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: United States, Army, Recruiting Service
Date: [1862?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1862 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.61e (McAllister)

Title: Wanted! For the 11th Infantry regular service, U.S.A able-bodied men, between the ages of 18 and 45. By close attention to his duties, a soldier is certain to rise to the position of a non-commissioned officer, and merit obtained in this manner will entitle him to a favorable consideration as being worthy of elevation to the rank of a commissioned officer; a large number of these are selected by law from those non-commissioned officers and privates, who prove themselves competent, by soldierly conduct and meritorious actions. There are a large number of vacancies yet to be filled in this regiment, and there are none which presents greater advantages in this respect. The recruiting officer will give any further information that may be desired, regarding bounties, &c. Apply at the recruiting office, Third & Dock Streets
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: United States, Army, Infantry Regiment, 11th
Date: [between 1861 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1861 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.32e (McAllister)

Title: Recruits wanted for the United States 15th Regiment of Infantry for 3 years Apply at the rendezvous, No. 44 S. Seventh St. above Chestnut
Description: Printed on yellow paper., 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, Infantry Regiment, 15th
Date: [between 1861 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1861 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.75a (McAllister)

Title: Regular Army! Wanted, for the 10th U.S. Infantry! Able-bodied men between 18 and 45 years of age. Head-quarters of the regiment are now at Fort Columbus, New York Harbor For promotion, this is the most favorable time for young men to enlist, as Congress has reserved the prosition [sic] of lieutenant for all meritorious men of the regular army, and it is now impossible for any one to get a commission without first enlisting as a soldier. Cash! $275 cash! $25 cash immediately on enlistment. $15 wil [sic] be paid any one bringing a veteran, and $10 for a new recruit. For further information, apply at the rendezvous, N.W. cor. Front & Dock Sts
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: United States, Army, Infantry Regiment, 10th
Date: [between 1861 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1861 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.32c (McAllister)

Title: Wanted! For the 12th U.S. Infantry able-bodied men! Between the ages of 18 and 35. Head quarters, Fort Hamilton, N.Y Harbor. The attention of resolute, intelligent, and well-conducted young men is directed to this regiment, in which there have been commissions given to 10 enlisted men, since September 1861, and no second lieutenants appointed except from its own ranks. Courage and good conduct insure promotion! Recruits transferred on enlistment to Fort Hamilton, New York Harbor, where the bounty is as once paid. For further information apply at the recruiting office, 299 South Front Street
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: United States, Army, Infantry Regiment, 12th
Date: [between 1861 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1861 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.33e (McAllister)

Title: Yorktown! Wanted, a few able-bodied men, between 18 and 35 years of age, for the 17th Regiment of Infantry, U.S. Army, now at Yorktown, Va. Pay $13 per month, good clothing and provisions and medical attendance. A bounty of $100 will be given to those who are honorably discharged. For further and full particulars, apply at the recruiting rendezvous, N.W. cor. Front & Union Streets, Philadelphia
Description: Printed in red and black; the printed area, including ornamental border, measures 69.8 x.52.2 cm., The illustration, signed H.L.S. L. Johnson & Co. Copyright secured, is an eagle on a shield with the banner: 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, Infantry Regiment, 17th
Date: [between 1861 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1861 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.30a (McAllister)

Title: Lovers of your country attention! Fifth Regiment Artillery! U.S. Army. Brave, able-bodied men, between the ages of 18 and 35 years, are wanted to enlist in the regular service of the United States, to serve for the term of five years, in the Fifth Regiment Artillery. This regiment comprises twelve mounted batteries of light artillery. This is the only regiment of the kind in the service, and the last chance for those who wish to join the flying artillery. All the field officers and captains are men of experience in the regular army; men who have made the study of their profession the business of their lives; so that those enlisting in this regiment may be assured of doing the duty of soldiers, under the command of soldiers; of having their wants known and cared for, and serving their country effectively. Pay, the best which soldiers receive. $100 bounty! $25 down, and one months' pay in advance. Good riders, and men conversant with the use of horses are especially desired
Description: Printed in red and black., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: United States, Army, Artillery, 5th
Date: [between 1861 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1861 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.38c (McAllister)

Title: Bounty $650 bounty No. 419 Walnut St. Recruiting for the 10th U.S. Infantry (riflemen.) Recruits are immediately sent to the head-quarters of the regiment, Fort Lafayette, N.Y. Harbor, where they are furnished with comfortable quarters, and have no marching to do. $250 cash! Before leaving the city. Further information will be given at the rendezvous, No. 419 Walnut St
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: United States, Army, Infantry Regiment, 10th
Date: [between 1861 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1861 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.33a (McAllister)

Title: Wanted! 100 able-bodied men 100 for the 14th Regm't Infantry Regular Army. $163 bounty $163 Volunteers taken--apply at 47 South Third Street near Chestnut, up stairs
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: United States, Army, Infantry Regiment, 14th
Date: [between 1861 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1861 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.33f (McAllister)

Title: J.T. Walton, First Lieutenant, Third Penna. Cavalry, United States Recruiting Officer, 1228 Market Street, Philadelphia
Description: A business card., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Walton, J. T.
Date: [between 1861 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1861 Walton (1)5777.F.75r (McAllister)

Title: Attention! White House Guards!!
Description: 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 Atten (1)5777.F.76d (McAllister)

Title: The enemy is approaching! I must rely upon the people for the defence of the state! And have called the Militia for that purpose. The term of service will only be while the danger to the state is imminent. Send forward companies as soon as possible
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Pennsylvania, Governor (1861-1867 : Curtin)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1863 Penn Gov (2)5777.F.25a (McAllister)

Title: Men of Philadelphia! Attention! The Washington Legion Regiment, under my command, has been accepted for 3 years, or during the war. Col. Ruff has received orders to muster the regiment into the service at once, by companies. The regiment will be armed with the Enfield rifle Officers shall know and perform their duty I have served as an officer in the English Army for 18 years. I fought at Inkerman and at the Siege of Sebastopol, in the Crimea. There shall be no peculation of the soldiers' rations or clothing! I shall, myself, superintend daily, the issue of the provisions, so that every man who joins my regiment shall find in me a kind and affectionate father--all I ask in return is obedience, sobriety & courage Competent officers, of good education, with companies, will be received. My rendezvous is at 528 Market St. and my staff head quarters is at the St. Louis Hotel
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Harvey, Frederick, Col
Date: [1861]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 5# Am 1861 Harvey (4)5777.F.54 (McAllister)

Title: Rally! Rally! $50 bounty $50 recruits wanted for Mystic Guards Company "I" 2d Regiment, P.V.M. (100 days service) Col. Dennis Heenan
Description: Formerly part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Date: [ca. 1862]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare # Am 1862 Ral Ral (1)5777 .F.28a

Title: Wanted immediately! 100 colored teamsters!
Description: Broadside continues: For the Army of the Potomac. Wages, $20 per month and rations. Frank Pfeiffer, Master Mechanic., Printed area measures: 23.9 x 19.9 cm., Formerly part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Date: [1862?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1862 U.S. Army (2) 5777.F .2a

Title: Fourth Union League Regiment To be raised under special authority from the War Department, for 3 years or the War
Description: Broadside continues: To recruits who have been in service nine months, a bounty of $402! will be paid--all others receive 110 dollars. The regiment will be under the command of Col. George P. McLean. Head-Quarters, 434 Chestnut Street. Arthur Maginnis, Lieut. Col. John Reynolds, Major., Printed area measures: 20.8 x 13 cm., Formerly part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Date: [between 1862 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1861 Four (2) 5777.F .1a

Title: Recruits wanted! For the 4th Regiment Penn'a Reserve Volunteer Corps, Col. Albert Magilton Gen. Mccall's Division, ... John C. Chance, Lieutenant Co. I, 4th Reg't, P.R.V.C., Recruiting Officer
Description: Broadside continues: Now at Camp Pierpont, Va. Pay 13 dollars per month, rations and clothing, and $100 bounty. Pay to begin as soon as enlisted. For further information, apply at 510 Richmond Street Kensington, Philada., Printed area measures: 35.8 x 23.8 cm., Formerly part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Date: [between 1861 and 1862]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1861 Recru (2) 5777.F .1c

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