Men of Mantua and 24th Ward generally. : Once more I call upon you to aid me in recruiting my company, for the purpose of staying the tide of Rebel Invasion. Twice before, (in '61 and '63) I had occasion to call upon you, and you nobly responded.The emerg
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Men of Mantua and 24th Ward generally Once more I call upon you to aid me in recruiting my company, for the purpose of staying the tide of Rebel Invasion. Twice before, (in '61 and '63) I had occasion to call upon you, and you nobly responded.The emergency is now greater than on either of the former occasions. Come forward then, and throw your energies into the work. If you cannot go yourself, see to it that you secure a substitute, so that for the sake of the cause, as well as for the credit of Mantua, this company may be amongst the first to leave the city
Description
Printed on buff-colored paper., The illustration, signed H.L.S. L.Johnson & Co. Copyright secured, 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
[not before 1863]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1863 Men (3)5777.F.60 (McAllister)
Second Infantry Regiment, 1st Brg: 1st Div. P.V. National Guard Good active men wanted for Co. D! : Call at once! At head-quarters, No. 605 Arch St. / Capt. J.B. Dehaven, First LIeut. Elias W. Shertz. Second Lieut. Wm. J. Gilbert.
Title
Second Infantry Regiment, 1st Brg: 1st Div. P.V. National Guard Good active men wanted for Co. D! Call at once! At head-quarters, No. 605 Arch St
Description
Capt. Jacob B. De Haven led Company D of the National Guard, an infantry battalion of the Pennsylvania Militia formed from the 2nd Regiment Reserve Brigade, under command of Major Jeremiah W. Fritz; it was mustered in Sept. 11 and discharged Sept. 22, 1862. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 5, p. 1205, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 219., Printed on yellow paper., The illustration shows a Union soldier in Zouave uniform, sabre drawn, attacking a Confederate soldier., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator
Pennsylvania, Militia, National Guard (1862), Company D.
Date
[1862]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 3# Am 1862 Penn Mil (4)5777.F.1a (McAllister)
Come join the National Guard : Defend your state! Recruits wanted. Military Hall, Library St., bet. 4th & 5th.
Title
Come join the National Guard Defend your state! Recruits wanted. Military Hall, Library St., bet. 4th & 5th
Description
The National Guard, an infantry battalion of the Pennsylvania Militia, was formed from the 2nd Regiment Reserve Brigade, under command of Major Jeremiah W. Fritz; it was mustered in Sept. 11 and discharged Sept. 22, 1862. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 5, p. 1205, and F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 219., Printed on yellow paper., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator
Pennsylvania, Militia, National Guard (1862)
Date
[1862]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 3# Am 1862 Penn Mil (4)5777.F.2 (McAllister)
$50 bounty! Fall in Cooper Guards! : Patriots to the rescue of your good old Keystone State, and one more rally for the Constitution and our glorious Union. All young men desirous of serving the above will do well to join this company Now let every youth
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$50 bounty! Fall in Cooper Guards! Patriots to the rescue of your good old Keystone State, and one more rally for the Constitution and our glorious Union. All young men desirous of serving the above will do well to join this company Now let every youth join heart and hand, Let us drive the enemy of liberty from our land, Join Company H, in answer to our glorious call; Remember the 60th Regiment under Colonel Small. For 100 days! $16 a month, clothes & rations Come one come all and enroll in the old Cooper Guards. Head quarters, Independence Square, and N.W. corner of Front and Pine Streets
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; Bates records no Company H. 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), Company H.
Date
[1863]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1863 Penn Mil (2)5777.F.39b (McAllister)
This regiment is the Twenty-fourth of the Penna. Volunteers : accepted for three years, and entitled to all the bounties, pensions, and emoluments of the state laws.
Title
This regiment is the Twenty-fourth of the Penna. Volunteers accepted for three years, and entitled to all the bounties, pensions, and emoluments of the state laws
Description
The 24th Regiment Infantry of the Pennsylvania Volunteers, accepted for three years, was called Sept. 4, 1862, to repel Lee's invasion of Maryland, and disbanded Sept. 24, 1862., Printed in 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, 24th (1862)
Date
[1862]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1862 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.35b (McAllister)
[Peace Jubilee, Naval Day, U.S.S. New Orleans on the Delaware River.]
Title
[Peace Jubilee, Naval Day, U.S.S. New Orleans on the Delaware River.]
Description
Depicts the cruiser with two engine stacks, two double gun posts and American flags on the Delaware River on Naval Day. One of several ships in the naval parade that opened the Peace Jubilee celebration of end of the Spanish American War of 1898. The U.S.S. New Orleans was purchased by the United States Navy on March 16, 1898, joined the "Flying Squadron," but was in Key West during the Battle of Santiago., Title supplied by cataloguer., Gift of Albert L. Doering.
Creator
Doering, William Harvey, 1858-1924, photographer
Date
October 1898
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department lantern slides - Doering [P.9453.281]
[Peace Jubilee, Naval Day, large battleship on the Delaware River.]
Title
[Peace Jubilee, Naval Day, large battleship on the Delaware River.]
Description
Depicts a large battleship with two engine stacks on the Delaware River on Naval Day. One of several ships in the naval parade that opened the Peace Jubilee celebration of end of the Spanish American War of 1898. Several rowboats float near the ship as the crew disembark., Title supplied by cataloguer., Gift of Albert L. Doering.
Creator
Doering, William Harvey, 1858-1924, photographer
Date
October 1898
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department lantern slides - Doering [P.9453.283]
[Peace Jubilee parade, crew of the Merrimac in a horse-drawn carriage, North Broad Street near Columbia Avenue, Philadelphia.]
Title
[Peace Jubilee parade, crew of the Merrimac in a horse-drawn carriage, North Broad Street near Columbia Avenue, Philadelphia.]
Description
Depicts the crew of the Merrimac, a collier deliberately sunk by Richmond Pearson Hobson to barricade the Spanish fleet in Santiago Harbor during the Spanish American War of 1898. The nine crew men sit in a horse-drawn carriage as it makes its way up North Broad Street near Columbia Avenue. Includes a large crowd standing on the sidewalk and watching the procession in front of a landscaped garden along the 1700 block of North Broad Street. Military and naval parades were held during the Peace Jubilee to celebrate the end of the Spanish American War of 1898., Title supplied by cataloguer., Gift of Albert L. Doering.
Creator
Doering, William Harvey, 1858-1924, photographer
Date
October 1898
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department lantern slides - Doering [P.9453.268]
[Peace Jubilee, Naval Day, ice boat on the Delaware River.]
Title
[Peace Jubilee, Naval Day, ice boat on the Delaware River.]
Description
Flags and banners decorate an ice boat on the Delaware River on Naval Day, one of many festivities held during the Peace Jubilee to celebrate the end of the Spanish American War of 1898. Wharves and factory buildings are visible in the background., Title supplied by cataloguer., Gift of Albert L. Doering.
Creator
Doering, William Harvey, 1858-1924, photographer
Date
October 1898
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department lantern slides - Doering [P.9453.269]
[Peace Jubilee, Naval Day, U.S.S. Columbia on the Delaware River, looking toward Philadelphia.]
Title
[Peace Jubilee, Naval Day, U.S.S. Columbia on the Delaware River, looking toward Philadelphia.]
Description
Depicts the large battleship with four engine stacks, a double and a triple gun post on the Delaware River on Naval Day, leading a fleet of ships in the naval parade that opened the Peace Jubilee celebration of end of the Spanish American War of 1898. U.S.S. Columbia was the longest vessel in the United States Navy when it was commissioned in 1894. Patroled the coast of New England under the "Flying Squadron," commanded by Commodore Winfield Scott Schley. Later helped in the landing of troops in Guanica, Puerto Rico in July of 1898., Title supplied by cataloguer., Gift of Albert L. Doering.
Creator
Doering, William Harvey, 1858-1924, photographer
Date
October 1898
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department lantern slides - Doering [P.9453.272]
Fall in! Fall in! Fall in!!! The long roll is beating us to arms! to hurl back the invaders from our soil! Russell Light Infantry. : This regiment is being organized under the recent proclamation of the president, and is to be officered by soldiers of abi
Title
Fall in! Fall in! Fall in!!! The long roll is beating us to arms! to hurl back the invaders from our soil! Russell Light Infantry This regiment is being organized under the recent proclamation of the president, and is to be officered by soldiers of ability, and who have seen active service. Sons of Pennsylvania! Your state is invaded! The foul emblem of treason flaunts defiance in our faces, and the feet of traitors pollute our soil! Already the capitol of our state is in danger. A moment lost and we may be too late! Shall we stand idly by and see our capitol destroyed? Let us answer as one man, Never! Never!! and prove our devotion by at once enrolling ourselves upon the roll of honor, ready to strike for our country's imperilled liberties, as worthy sons of noble sires. Companies will be forwarded immediately to Harrisburg, where they will be uniformed and mustered into service at once. Head quarters, No. 409 Chesnut Street
Description
The illustration, signed L. Johnson & Co., shows 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
Russell Light Infantry
Date
[1862 or 1863?]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 3# Am 1862 Russell (3)5777.F.22 (McAllister)
$2 cash when mustered in, and 100 dollars at the end of the war, : if honorably discharged, will be given for twenty men to fill Company K, Thirtieth Regiment, now in active service at Washington. Apply at Elliott Hotel, Front Street, above Dock. / Sergt.
Title
$2 cash when mustered in, and 100 dollars at the end of the war if honorably discharged, will be given for twenty men to fill Company K, Thirtieth Regiment, now in active service at Washington. Apply at Elliott Hotel, Front Street, above Dock
Description
The 66th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers was organized as the 30th Pennsylvania Volunteers in July and Aug. 1861; the designation changed and the regiment was moved to Washington, D.C. in Sept. 1861; the regiment was disbanded and the officers and men 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., 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 Infantry Regiment, 66th (1861-1862), Company K.
Date
[1861]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1861 Uni Sta (4)5777.F.57a (McAllister)
Cavalry Col. Andrew T. McReynolds, commander. : A few suitable men wanted to be mustered in immediately, horses and equipments furnished They will be sent into camp and taken care of as soon as enrolled.
Title
Cavalry Col. Andrew T. McReynolds, commander A few suitable men wanted to be mustered in immediately, horses and equipments furnished They will be sent into camp and taken care of as soon as enrolled
Description
Col. Andrew T. McReynolds commanded the 1st New York Cavalry, known as the Lincoln Cavalry; it was organized in New York City in July and Aug.,1861 and mustered out June 27, 1865., Two illustrations: one shows four mounted officers; the second shows soldiers in camp, with tents and the flag., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator
United States, Army, New York Cavalry Regiment, 1st (1861-1865)
Date
[between 1861 and 1865]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1861 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.7b (McAllister)
Harris Light Cavalry : now in a beautiful camp at Scarsdale, near New Rochelle, New York. Recruits will be received at No. 648 Broadway, the head-quarters, New York City. The non commissioned officers, 6 sergeants and 8 corporals to each company, will be
Title
Harris Light Cavalry now in a beautiful camp at Scarsdale, near New Rochelle, New York. Recruits will be received at No. 648 Broadway, the head-quarters, New York City. The non commissioned officers, 6 sergeants and 8 corporals to each company, will be selected from the best privates in the ranks All the field officers have been in active service and in action
Description
The Harris Light Cavalry, the 2nd New York Cavalry, was organized at Scarsdale in the summer of 1861 by Col. J.M. Davies, and mustered out June 23, 1865., The illustration is a man leading a stallion., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator
United States, Army, New York Cavalry Regiment, 2nd (1861-1865)
Date
[1861]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1861 Uni Sta (1)5777.F.8b (McAllister)
Patriots, come forward! : The undersigned, by the advice and encouragement of numerous friends, is enrolling a company of young men of good moral character, and such as prefer such companionship, to serve for "three years or the war," to be known as the "
Title
Patriots, come forward! The undersigned, by the advice and encouragement of numerous friends, is enrolling a company of young men of good moral character, and such as prefer such companionship, to serve for "three years or the war," to be known as the "Monitors." The company is now rapidly filling up under the auspices of several of the most prominent and energetic of our citizens, and bids fair to equal in the character of its men, and facilities for seeing service, any company yet enrolled. The members pledge themselves to avoid, so far as possible, the prominent sources of immorality and discord unsually connected with camp life, and when they become soldiers not to forget their obligations as gentlemen. The bounties, public and private, equal those offered by any other organization. Recruits mustered in at once, and go into quarters in one of the most beautiful locations on Staten Island. ... Headquarters 308 Broadway
Description
The Monitors, the 127th New York Infantry, saw service from Sept. 1862 to June 1865; Capt. William was in command of Company A., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator
United States, Army, New York Infantry Regiment, 127th (1862-1865)
Date
[1862]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1862 Uni Sta (2)5777.F.60b (McAllister)
Head quarters, Fourth District, N.E. cor. Broad and Spring Garden Sts. Corps of Honor! : The attention of all officers and enlisted men who have been honorably discharged on account of wounds or disease contracted in the line of duty, is invited to the an
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Head quarters, Fourth District, N.E. cor. Broad and Spring Garden Sts. Corps of Honor! The attention of all officers and enlisted men who have been honorably discharged on account of wounds or disease contracted in the line of duty, is invited to the annexed humane provisions of the War Department. Men wanted for the Invalid Corps. Only those faithful soldiers who, from wounds or the hardships of war, are no longer fit for active field duty will be received in this Corps of Honor. Enlistments will be for three years unless sooner discharged. Pay and allowances same as for officers and men of the United States Infantry; except that no premiums or bounty for enlistment will be allowed. This will not invalidate any pensions or bounties which may be due for previous service. ... For enlistment or further information apply to the Board of Enrollment for the district in which the applicant is a resident
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 : 4th District)
Date
[1863]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1863 Uni Sta (3)5777.F.68 (McAllister)
Disabled officers and enlisted men, honorably discharged from the service of the United States, can now obtain positions in the Invalid Corps! : The term of enlistment will be three years, unless sooner discharged. Claims for pensions or bounties, which m
Title
Disabled officers and enlisted men, honorably discharged from the service of the United States, can now obtain positions in the Invalid Corps! The term of enlistment will be three years, unless sooner discharged. Claims for pensions or bounties, which may be due for previous service, will not be invalidated by enlistment in the Corps of Honor. The men enlisted will be graded according to efficiency. Those most efficient will be employed mainly as provost guards, and garrison for cities, will be armed with muskets, and will be assigned to companies of the First Battalion. Those of the next degree of physical efficiency, including all who have lost a hand or arm, to companies of the Second Battalion, and will be employed as guards of buildings, hospitals, &c. Those who are the least effective, including all who have lost a foot or leg, to the companies of the Third Batallion, and will be employed as clerks, orderlies, cooks, nurses, &c. in hospitals. For commissions or enlistment, application should be made at once to the Board of Enrollment for the district in which the applicant is a resident
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., Printed on rose-colored paper., 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.22j (McAllister)
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 B
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)
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 the
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)
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. / By order of Capt. Levering.
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)
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
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)
Recruits wanted for Capt. J.W. Hofmann's late Captain commanding Company E, Col. Dare's 23d Regiment, Company, Rendezvous, 19th and South Sts.
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)
$100. Bounty. Recruits wanted! For the regular army : Term of service 3 years only. Apply at 118 S. Second St / Lieut. C.H. Peirce, recruiting officer.
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)
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
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)
Triumphal Arch. Peace Jubilee. Oct. 1898.
Title
Triumphal Arch. Peace Jubilee. Oct. 1898
Description
Depicts the Triumphal Arch (i.e. Athenean Arch) and Court of Honor along South Broad Street, showing a large group of pedestrians walking north toward City Hall. Erected after designs by Joseph M. Huston for the Peace Jubilee, a celebration of the end of the Spanish American War in 1898. Included a military parade that passed through the Court of Honor, along with other fesitivities that lasted several days in October., Photographer's imprint printed on mount., Title and date given in manuscript on mount.
Creator
Bullock, John G., 1854-1939, photographer
Date
October 1898
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department lantern - Bullock [P.9731.144]
Court of Honor, Peace Jubilee. Oct. 25-28, 1898. Looking north from Locust St. Shows Dundas House cor. Broad & Walnut.
Title
Court of Honor, Peace Jubilee. Oct. 25-28, 1898. Looking north from Locust St. Shows Dundas House cor. Broad & Walnut
Description
Depicts the Triumphal Arch (i.e. Athenean Arch) and Court of Honor along South Broad Street, showing a large group of pedestrians walking north toward City Hall. Erected after designs by Joseph M. Huston for the Peace Jubilee, a celebration of the end of the Spanish American War in 1898. Included a military parade that passed through the Court of Honor, along with other festivities that lasted several days in October. Also depicts a partial view of the Dundas-Lippincott House at the northeast corner of Broad and Walnut Streets, built 1840-41 after designs by Thomas Ustick Walter., Photographer's imprint printed on mount., Title and date given in manuscript on mount.
Creator
Bullock, John G., 1854-1939, photographer
Date
October 25-28, 1898
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department lantern - Bullock [P.9731.145]
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 w
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)
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. / H.W. Ducker, Captain. A.W
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)
Head quarters / Capt. G.S. Kintzing, late Co. I, 18th Reg. Cor. of Third & York Sts. between Walnut & Spruce Sts.
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)
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 organizati
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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)
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. / John T. O'Brien, Lieutenant.
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)
Merchants' Regiment! 146th of the line.
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)
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 headqua
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)
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
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)
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
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)
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.
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)
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 r
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)
$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! / Captain Thomas Cunningham. 1st Lieut. Basil Wood. 2d " Jas. H. Cunni
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)
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 withou
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)
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
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)
General recruiting rendezvous, for all the old regiments in the field. : All the bounties paid! No. 505 Chestnut St. up stairs. / M.C. Grier, 1st Lieut., Adjutant 82d Penna. Volunteers, recruiting officer.
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)
Recruits wanted immediately. : Second company Hamilton Rifles now recruiting at Prof. Saunders' Institute, West Philada. Armory open day and evening. / Jos. L. Davis, Captain.
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)
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. / Wm. H. Kerns, 1st Lieutenant, (late of 71st Reg., Penna.
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)
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
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)
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. / Jas. H.C. Wilson, recruiting officer
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)
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 Oc
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)
Washington Guard! 60th Regiment P.V.M. Colonel William F. Small. $50 bounty $50.
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)
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
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)
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 s
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)
Horses, horses, horses : 100 horses wanted for artillery. The subscriber will be at [blank] [blank] [blank] to buy horses. None but sound ones will be bought. / Isaac Heulings.
Title
Horses, horses, horses 100 horses wanted for artillery. The subscriber will be at [blank] [blank] [blank] to buy horses. None but sound ones will be bought
Description
Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator
Heulings, Isaac, 1813-1897
Date
[between 1861 and 1865]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1861 Heulings (6)5777.F.29b (McAllister)

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