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Civil War letters and memorabilia are some of the most sought after collectibles. We at Nate D. Sanders Auctions sold a set of Civil War letters written by Dr. William R. Robinson for $11,600. Here are the details:
Four Confederate ALsS Texas Rangers
Four Confederate letters from Dr. William R. Robinson, Surgeon with the Texas Rangers. Originally from New York, Robinson settled in Texas and served throughout the war in overseeing the care of prisoners in Galveston and New Orleans. Fascinating letter lot reveals Robinson’s motivations for fighting against his family and home state. 4pp. letter datelined Port Sullivan, Texas, 11 February 1861 reads in part: “…I have…received a letter from Rebecca dated from brooklyn – am much greaved to see her write so despondently of her health – her symptoms, from her description, are so peculiar that I am inclined to believe that her main trouble is hysteria – By the last mail I wrote to Dr Wilson requesting him with Dr. Pulling to call on her… examine her, prescribe for her, and write me the nature of her disease…Texas through her Legislature & Convention has passed the Ordinance of Secession – It is however referred back to the people to be voted upon on the 23rd of this month – That vote will almost unanimously place Texas in her old position of a free and independent republic – The North can never conquer the South – The attempt will lead to a war of extermination. My bread is cast on the waters of the South, and there I’ll expect to find it – Should New York attempt to coerce Texas my position would be in the foremost ranks of the Rangers of my adopted state. We all know you have good men among you. Those we love – but you are few and powerless – Fanaticism rules the day – Let us of the South shake hands with you and ‘depart in peace.’ If war comes it will be the North that strikes the first blow. The South will return it with interest – My heath has been very good, and my professional prospects are improving…” 4.25pp. letter datelined Port Sullivan, Texas, 28 April 1861 reads in part: “…War has commenced! Abe Lincoln has thrown the first stone! The south will fight to the last – The result will be a long and bloody war – Under the circumstances I may practice my profession heretofore and my patients not being able to sell their cotton can not pay me for year – Hence what is the use of my peddling pills? I think I shall go into the Army of the South. I have already received the appointment of Surgeon to a company of ‘Texas Rangers’ – I have accepted it – what else can I do? War is now the only business. You know I received my earliest education in the U.S. Army my ambition is strong and my courage will carry me through – In these…wars men are frequently cast to the surface who otherwise would never have been heard from – All my life I have been an adventurer and have nothing but my life to lose – Should this trouble be settled in a few months I can then return to my Southern home with the full confidence of all Southern men – Times here are as usual – Money is tight – but credit is good. How long the latter may last God alone knows – Our planters intend to plough up their cotton and plant corn – Our soldiers can live until Abe Lincolns bullets kill them – Do not think from this that I am becoming estranged from my family and freeds of the North – Remember here I have the road open to wealth, fame and home. There I had nothing but starvation before me – I am enraged to be married to a warm hearted, accomplished and influential Southern lady – I think she will wait for my return. Love to Mother – with her I hope the first ball with kill Abe Lincoln – However there is no hopes of that… PS Our company will march next Monday week – If I can I will keep you posted…” 4pp. letter datelined New Orleans, Louisiana, 10 January 1865 reads in part: “…At present I am on duty at Ship Island Miss. In charge of a Hospital for prisoners of war. My health appears to be ‘iron clad’ nothing has affected it – I am now anxiously looking forward to the time when we will once more be together. It is soon at hand. Give my love to dear father. Tell him not to be anxious on my account…Write soon again and tell all the family that their letters are precious to me. Messages of love and remembrances of old friends are dear to one who hears them but seldom…” 3.5pp. letter datelined Atlanta, Illinois, 13 November 1865 reads in part: “…In regard to my Southern services I acted as I then thought right. My surroundings, interests, and some dear attachments were Southern. I now see my error. I didn’t hear of Ned’s death until I reached New Orleans from Mexico. Nor did I know that he was in the army. So long as the mails between Texas and N. York existed Ned and I continued a brotherly correspondence. I truly mourned and still mourn his loss. In regard to the Misses Thorn, I sincerely regret their error. I shall ever entertain a kind feeling toward them. As to Miss Vail If you can possibly find some girl who loves you and who has some solid attractions I would advise you to marry by all means. Had I have married many years ago I would not have been the ‘Rolling Stone’ you speak of. I am glad to hear that you are so well pleased with your situation. You are young – promotion will come in time. You ask me to write my travels and adventures. It would take a long letter to do so I hope soon to be able to relate them to you. At present I am a Western man (a sucker). The west offers fine inducements to men of enterprise. This state is of the richest – I lately formed a pardnership with Dr. Baird of this town for the practice of our profession. I think that we will do a heavy business in purging and operating on a suffering community…” All letters composed in ink. Separation at folds to several letters as well as slight toning and wear. Overall, very good condition. Sold for $11,600.
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