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[page 1] U.S. Frigate Sabine Navy Yard New York Jan. 8th 1861 Dear Maria Once more safely on board the Sabine I will address a few lines to [59 ?] from which I left a few days ago. I arrived on the evening of the day of any departure and found all my messmates enjoying the pleasures of an indoor life, while without everything looked cold and dreary. They all seemed gratified to welcome my return while I no less appreciated the interest manifested. For as we have been months together we have become insensibly fond of each other and feel sorry when any one becomes detached and ordered elsewhere - Yesterday our master was detached and ordered to the St Louis at the Phila navy yard. We all felt sorry to learn the fact, as he was a young man whose presence was very much appreciated. The Stove we received abroad a few days ago gives a more cheerful appearance to our ward room and which likewise makes all more sociable. [page 2] On my arrival I found Dr. indisposed to leave the ship saying that he had deferred his business and did not expect to see me so soon. However he went ashore yesterday, and intends staying 48 hours or more, after which my turn comes. I will have numerous opportunities, and expect to come to New Heaven before we leave. T'is doubtful whether we will get away before February as they seem to have considerable work on hand in the Navy Yard, and because some gunboats here just arrived will receive the first attention, owing to their greater efficiency on our coast. During my absence on Sunday the Harbor around the Navy Yard had frozen over so that it was difficult to pass to & fro from the ship. To day the tide flowed it down the stream making our progress more easy I intended going to Eastern in a few days to see my parents, brothers & Sisters but do not expect to stay but a short time - merely make a call. Our Captain seemed to insist this AM that I should see my friends and oblige the Dr to be more aboard. What our place of destination is to be after we receive our outfit we know not. The Captain merely stating that our ship was in high repute at Washington. [page 3] I have but little to do at present having sent nearly all the sick to the Hospital. Today I send six more, leaving but a few trivial cases. A few moments ago I was requested to go to New York this PM (afternoon) to see one of our men, a petty officer who during his liberty was taken sick. I shall see to having him sent to the naval Hospital. Of those permitted to go on liberty one half have not returned & probably will never. Jack does well enough aboard the ship under discipline but when relieved he knows no bounds. Since my return I have recovered my appetite and can manage to complete a respectable meal- If on a second visit my appetite perchance should fail I will consider the fates hostile to my enjoy- ment in that place. Tell your Aunt that I will endeavor to call in person for the garments making, and that no steps need be taken in forwarding unless otherwise ordered. I do not know as I have more to say of information at present and consequently will close. With many wishes for your welfare, happin- ess & success I remain yours truly Oberly Remember me to Aunt and the invalid
Object Description
Title | Oberly, Aaron Shimer Letters (1861-1865) |
Creator | Oberly, Aaron Shimer |
LC Subject Headings |
Oberly, Aaron Shimer Woodford, Maria A. United States. Navy--Surgeons United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865 |
EOA Categories |
History – 1838-1874: Sectionalism, the Civil War and Reconstruction Peoples -- Military Life Government and Politics -- Military |
Description | These are 42 letters written by A. S. Oberly to Maria A. Woodford of New Haven, Connecticut. Love letters make up a bulk of Oberly’s correspondence, but he does discuss some medical practices, colleagues and friends, plus daily happenings at the naval academy. He also served on five military vessels during the Civil War. |
Digital Publisher | Auburn University Libraries |
Date | 1861-01-08/1865-06-10 |
Original Format | 42 letters, various sizes |
Type | Text |
Format | |
Original Item ID | RG 0407 |
Rights | Property of the Auburn University Libraries and intended for non-commercial use. Users are asked to acknowledge the Auburn University Libraries. For information about obtaining high-resolution copies of this and other images in this collection, please contact the Auburn University Libraries Special Collections & Archives Department at archives@auburn.edu or (334) 844-1732. |
Relation With | www.american-south.org |
Finding Aid | http://content.lib.auburn.edu/u?/findingaids,238 |
Language | eng |
Collection | Aaron Shimer Oberly Papers |
Repository | Auburn University Libraries. Special Collections and Archives. |
Submitted by | Thornton, Linda; Coxwell, Allana; Coates, Midge |
Description
Title | 1861-01-08: Oberly, A. S., to Woodford, Maria, Letter |
Creator | Oberly, Aaron Shimer |
LC Subject Headings |
Oberly, Aaron Shimer Woodford, Maria A. United States. Navy--Surgeons United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865 |
EOA Categories |
History – 1838-1874: Sectionalism, the Civil War and Reconstruction Peoples -- Military Life Government and Politics -- Military |
Description | These are 42 letters written by A. S. Oberly to Maria A. Woodford of New Haven, Connecticut. Love letters make up a bulk of Oberly’s correspondence, but he does discuss some medical practices, colleagues and friends, plus daily happenings at the naval academy. He also served on five military vessels during the Civil War. |
Digital Publisher | Auburn University Libraries |
Date | 1861-01-08 |
Original Format | 1 letter, 3 pages |
Type | Text |
Format | |
Original Item ID | RG 0407 |
Rights | Property of the Auburn University Libraries and intended for non-commercial use. Users are asked to acknowledge the Auburn University Libraries. For information about obtaining high-resolution copies of this and other images in this collection, please contact the Auburn University Libraries Special Collections & Archives Department at archives@auburn.edu or (334) 844-1732. |
Relation With | www.american-south.org |
Finding Aid | http://content.lib.auburn.edu/u?/findingaids,238 |
Language | eng |
File Name | oberly letters_01.pdf |
Collection | Aaron Shimer Oberly Papers |
Repository | Auburn University Libraries. Special Collections and Archives. |
Submitted by | Thornton, Linda; Coxwell, Allana; Coates, Midge |
Transcript | [page 1] U.S. Frigate Sabine Navy Yard New York Jan. 8th 1861 Dear Maria Once more safely on board the Sabine I will address a few lines to [59 ?] from which I left a few days ago. I arrived on the evening of the day of any departure and found all my messmates enjoying the pleasures of an indoor life, while without everything looked cold and dreary. They all seemed gratified to welcome my return while I no less appreciated the interest manifested. For as we have been months together we have become insensibly fond of each other and feel sorry when any one becomes detached and ordered elsewhere - Yesterday our master was detached and ordered to the St Louis at the Phila navy yard. We all felt sorry to learn the fact, as he was a young man whose presence was very much appreciated. The Stove we received abroad a few days ago gives a more cheerful appearance to our ward room and which likewise makes all more sociable. [page 2] On my arrival I found Dr. indisposed to leave the ship saying that he had deferred his business and did not expect to see me so soon. However he went ashore yesterday, and intends staying 48 hours or more, after which my turn comes. I will have numerous opportunities, and expect to come to New Heaven before we leave. T'is doubtful whether we will get away before February as they seem to have considerable work on hand in the Navy Yard, and because some gunboats here just arrived will receive the first attention, owing to their greater efficiency on our coast. During my absence on Sunday the Harbor around the Navy Yard had frozen over so that it was difficult to pass to & fro from the ship. To day the tide flowed it down the stream making our progress more easy I intended going to Eastern in a few days to see my parents, brothers & Sisters but do not expect to stay but a short time - merely make a call. Our Captain seemed to insist this AM that I should see my friends and oblige the Dr to be more aboard. What our place of destination is to be after we receive our outfit we know not. The Captain merely stating that our ship was in high repute at Washington. [page 3] I have but little to do at present having sent nearly all the sick to the Hospital. Today I send six more, leaving but a few trivial cases. A few moments ago I was requested to go to New York this PM (afternoon) to see one of our men, a petty officer who during his liberty was taken sick. I shall see to having him sent to the naval Hospital. Of those permitted to go on liberty one half have not returned & probably will never. Jack does well enough aboard the ship under discipline but when relieved he knows no bounds. Since my return I have recovered my appetite and can manage to complete a respectable meal- If on a second visit my appetite perchance should fail I will consider the fates hostile to my enjoy- ment in that place. Tell your Aunt that I will endeavor to call in person for the garments making, and that no steps need be taken in forwarding unless otherwise ordered. I do not know as I have more to say of information at present and consequently will close. With many wishes for your welfare, happin- ess & success I remain yours truly Oberly Remember me to Aunt and the invalid |