Thus closes my notes for the month of December and also for the year just passed and gone and now numbered with the things that were. Whether the Almighty will spare me to chronicle the daily events of the incoming year is more than I know but trusting in Him I shall enter upon the pleasing task, which is useful as a reference and may be profitable to those who have an interest in me.
Showing posts with label Bolivar Point. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Bolivar Point. Show all posts
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Saturday, November 16th, 1861
To day the Steamer Ruthven arrived. Capt. James Wrigley returned from Bolivar point. We all left Galveston on the Ruthven for Liberty. The remains of R.P. Martin was brought up on the steamer for burial at Liberty. weather cloudy & rather cool.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Friday, November 15th, 1861
To day I am still in Galveston with the ladies, and detained in consequence of the non arrival of the steamer Ruthven. The ladies as well as myself are getting very anxious to return home, having seen all the sights & ? to be seen in Galveston. Capt. James Wrigley is still over on Bolivar point. The Liberty Guards changed their quarters. weather clear & warm.
Monday, November 14, 2011
Thursday, November 14th, 1861
To day I am still in Galveston with the ladies, and detained in consequence of the failure of the steamer Ruthven to arrive. Capt. James Wrigley went to Bolivar point on government services. R.P. Martin a member of the Liberty Guards died and his remains will be carried to Liberty for interment. weather clear & warm.
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