Gabriel C. Wharton Letter to Nannie Radford Wharton
Gabe writes to Nannie from "Darksville," Virginia, giving her military updates, expressing his desire for the war to be over, and requesting that she send Tim, an enslaved man, to help him in camp.
Wharton, Gabriel C.
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Gabe writes to Nannie from Martinsburg, Virginia, giving her military updates and telling her that he hopes to see her soon.
Gabe writes to Nannie from Tye River in Nelson County, Virginia, updating her on his movements and expressing confusion about a telegram he received from Lizzie [Radford] in which she told him Nannie had had the baby.
Gabe writes to Nannie from Cold Harbor, telling her about the previous battle and reassuring her that he and his officers are unhurt. He also expresses how much he misses Nannie and longs to be with her again.
Gabe writes to Nannie from a camp near New Market, Virginia, telling her about the fight he was in and other military news. He asks about rumors regarding the burning of Arnheim and tells Nannie that he hopes they are heading back to Southwest Virginia.
Gabe writes to Nannie from a camp near Mt. Crawford, reflecting on his love for her and their one-year wedding anniversary. He also speaks about military rumors and advises Nannie to take care of herself.
Gabe writes to Nannie from Abingdon, Virginia, reassuring her that he will come to see her as soon as possible. He also talks about the weather and sends her well wishes.
Gabe writes to Nannie from Greenville, telling her about his return to camp, military rumors, and the Count recovering his stolen horse.
Gabe writes to Nannie from a camp near Bull's Gap, Tennessee, expressing frustration with the postal service and reflecting on how different his circumstances were 8 months ago when he and Nannie were married. He tells her about a dream that he had and tells her that if he and his men are not moved, he expects to starve out in two weeks.
Nannie Radford Wharton Letter to Gabriel C. Wharton
Nannie writes to Gabe from Arnheim, the Radford family home, fearing that she will never be happy again and will not live to see the end of the year. She tells Gabe to hurry back to her.
Wharton, Nannie Radford
Gabe writes to Nannie from a camp near Whitesburg, Tennessee, telling her of his arrival at camp and promising to return in two weeks when the railroad is finished.
Nannie writes to Gabe, ashamed of the gloomy contents of her previous letter. She tells Gabe that she is feeling better physically, and getting on well, though she misses him. She dates the letter November 26, but context points to it likely being written on November 25.
Gabe writes to Nannie from a camp near Blountville, Tennessee, telling her that she should come to see him, packing no more baggage than what is needed for two weeks. He tells her to decide for herself if she feels too bad to come.
Nannie writes to Gabe from Saltville, hoping that he will be safe and letting him know that she will be ready to leave the next day if he thinks it best.
Gabe writes to Nannie from a camp near Abingdon, Virginia, telling her of troop positioning and his movements. He advises her to be ready to leave in case Union forces head her way, and looks forward to seeing her soon.
Gabe writes to Nannie from Carter's Depot in Tennessee, telling her of his orders to prepare two days rations for a potential fight at Jonesboro. He notes that Tim has arrived with his horse, and advises Nannie to not go south with his sister, as he wants to make that trip with her. He hopes that the Tennessee campaign will be completed in a few days.
Nannie writes to Gabe from Arnheim, the Radford family home, concerned that he will not receive her letters and that his stay in Tennessee will be longer than they want it to be. She acknowledges that she misses him and wishes to be with him, but feels that his duty is more important.
Gabe writes to Nannie from Zollicoffer, Tennessee, telling her of the march he completed to get there and encouraging her to stay cheerful during their separation.
Nannie writes to Gabe from Mr. Ryburn's, where she is boarding while staying near Gabe's camp. She notes that she is "nicely situated" and enjoying her stay, but worries that he will have to fight soon.
Nannie writes to Gabe from Arnheim, telling him about how she has been conducting herself around others and how much she privately worries for him and his wellbeing. She shows her patriotism, writing that she wishes she had a stronger arm so she could also enter the conflict. She also writes of her recent activities and tells Gabe how much she misses him.
Gabe writes to Nannie from Staunton, Virginia, reminiscing about their wedding date two months prior, speaking about how much he misses her but feels that his duty lies in his army service. He also provides updates on family friends, tells Nannie about the arrival of the Major, and asks how Nannie had been amusing herself while he is gone.
Gabriel C. Wharton Letter to Nannie Radford
Gabe writes to Nannie from Compton, VA, about his recent troubles traveling by train, meeting Major Peter Otey, and his desire to remove Nannie's sadness. He also expresses his love and writes about his father's return from Alabama.
Nannie Radford Letter to Gabriel C. Wharton
Nannie writes to Gabe from Arnheim (the Radford family home) expressing sympathy for his unsatisfactory leave of absence. She writes about ambition and her desire to see him soon.
Gabriel C. Wharton Telegram to Nannie Radford Wharton
Gabe tells Nannie that they had a fight yesterday, but he and his staff are unhurt.
April 16, 2007 shootings
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Kerri Moore
Dawson's Towing
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This photograph is of the Virginia Department of Transportation's statewide message boards all displayed the same message at noon on April 20, 2007.
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Corps of Cadets
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Wayne R smith with 1st plane. Wayne R Smith, Sr. with first plane that he built, circa 1912
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Wayne R Smith article. Clipping from a newspaper
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Wayne R Smith obituary. Clipping from a newspaper
Wayne R Smith, SR. with third plane. Wayne R. Smith, Sr. with third plane that he built. Taken October, 1931, two weeks before his death in this airplane on November 14, 1931.
October, 1931
Cadets Smith and Currick. Cadet John Currick (right) and Cadet Wayne Smith (left)
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1916-17 Richmond Club. left to right (Sitting) Mayre, Williams, Carpenter, Watkins, Peple, Clift, Ware, Whitmore, (Kneeling) Turner, Lancaster, Blincos, Sabler, Southall, (Standing) Smith, Gaines, Lathrop, Cevarich, Arron, Powers, Douglas, Wharto, Southall, Thomasson.