Five Civil War letters written in camp near Alexandria, Va.

Breck, who is married to Sarah Bullard, a niece of Joseph, writes to inform Adams that his sister Elizabeth has died.

How writes to his mother-in-law from Brooklyn that it has been ten months since they were married and they are more happy each day. He writes about his activities, including his work for charitable institution, City Dispensary, and news from family, including from Charlie in camp.

Three letters written in Dedham, Mass., to her brother Joseph Adams.

Richards writes that she has not heard from Adams in two years. She reports on her family and Mr. Richards's business affairs. They have purchased a house and property in Dedham and have no family there "but George and Mary and a colour'd girl of which I have had two years which I am to keep till she is 18." She encourages Adams to move to Dedham.

Richards writes about the health and news of her family and friends. They have made improvements to her house. Mr. Richards is better and is resuming his business.

Six letters to family members.

Wessells writes about her mother's health, her constant thoughts about Frankie and Sarah, and Mary's health.

Wessells writes from Brooklyn about travels of family members, their residence, her daily routine, news of family and friends, her happy marriage and good husband, and Jim obtaining a piano.

Wessells writes from Brooklyn about getting Adams a dress, her health, recent visitors, news of family and friends, being alone and what she is reading.