Levi S. Wood: correspondence while serving in the 156th NYVI (Mountain Legion) [primarily letters from Levi Wood to his siblings and father]., 1862-1865
File — Case: MSS Box 307
Identifier: Folder 24
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
The collection includes a range of materials, including legal records, property records, correspondence, business and household records, photographs, and memorabilia. Of particular note are the selections of family correspondence from the Civil War and song lyrics written by Levi Wood when he was a soldier. A colored tintype portrait of Levi is included in the collection. The collection also includes an account book, business receipts, and correspondence from Hezekiah’s shoemaking business. In addition, the collection includes correspondence between John Harris and Florence Wood, as well as a set of well-preserved World War I training booklets and World War II ration coupons. Lastly are items relating broadly to greenville, notably some commencement programs from Greenville Central School District and an odd petition concerning the granting of a Tavern License.
Dates
- Other: Majority of material found in 1862-1865
Extent
From the Collection: 1 Cubic Feet (Two legal size document cases and one oversize box) : Contents are primarily paper in fair condition with some photographic material.
Repository Details
Part of the Vedder Research Library Repository