William Henry Gurney Papers, 1861-1903

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William Henry Gurney Papers, 1861-1903

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William Henry Gurney, son of carpenter Ephraim and Eliza Drew Raymond Gurney, lived in South Abington, Mass. He married Jane Woods Bourne (d. 1912) in 1848. Their children were Catherine Jane (b. 1849); Darleina Frances, who died in infancy; Ada Frances (b. 1853); and Frank William (b. 1870). Gurney worked as a stamper and guilder at the time of his enrollment in the 7th Massachusetts Volunteers. Letters and other documents relating to William Henry Gurney's service as captain with the 7th Massachusetts Volunteers, 1861-1864. Gurney wrote to his wife Jane from camps in various locations in Virginia telling her about camp life, offering his opinions of commanding officers, and expressing his love for her and their children. He also wrote of his anticipated discharge in 1864. Also included are a few notes on Gurney family history and a 1903 letter from a professional genealogist requesting information on the family.

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Library. Southern Historical Collection

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Library. Southern Historical Collection

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Gurney, William Henry, 1827-1890.

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William Henry Gurney, son of carpenter Ephraim and Eliza Drew Raymond Gurney, lived in South Abington, Mass. He married Jane Woods Bourne (d. 1912) in 1848. Their children were Catherine Jane (b. 1849); Darleina Frances, who died in infancy; Ada Frances (b. 1853); and Frank William (b. 1870). Gurney worked as a stamper and guilder at the time of his enrollment in the 7th Massachusetts Volunteers. From the description of William Henry Gurney papers, 1861-1903 [manuscript]. WorldCat re...