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Letter to Saygo discussing the weather and the exchanging of belts and their making. Discussing how he has to go to Greenwich to talk and then talked to someone named Tez who was hosting talks. Also mentions Mag La Que's Pow Wow. Purchase of a puppy…

Chief Big Eagle writes Saygo about trade and also trade with Puerto Ricans. He also asks for an update about the Mohawk Nation and tells Saygo he goes to court to pass a state bill to take more land into trust. He mentions a person named Art Montore.

Chief Big Eagle discusses a recent check payment for belts. He talks about his job working nights, and how he is going to be selling his New York property for something better in Maine. Vague references to upcoming bid in a state prison.

Augustine Sackett writes to his sister about his ship's recent misadventures, the importance of writing letters, changing fashions, and when he might be able to get home.

William Smith writes to his father about preparations for the Battle of Fredericksburg, sickness in the regiment, and complains about officers.

William Smith writes to his wife about his current situation, the prospects for an early end to the war, frustration with Confederate tactics, and the loss of all of the regiment's possessions.

Cornelius Gold writes to his mother about Sundays at camp, religious practices, and his exploration of Hilton Head.

William Digby Smith writes to his wife allaying her concerns about his faithfulness and describing prostitution in the camp.

William Smith writes to his wife of the latest news from the camp, the continuous skirmishing, and the state of the Confederate army.

William Smith writes to his wife about the regiment's recent combat experience, serving in a noncombat role, and the prospect of a draft.