In 2 binders, many letters with written content narratives or comments including a 'drummer boy' letter, together with 60+ pencil sketches of various subjects and sizes, many signed by CW Clark or CWC, 2 unsigned watercolors, 15 period valentines most with covers, 5 signed officer notes/cards by Rear Admiral Augustus Ludlow Case, Union General Joseph R Hawley, Admiral John George Walker, Admiral James Jovett, and Admiral George Balch, a 6x4" imprecisely trimmed photo of General Sherman in civilian garb purported to be signed (both front and back) by Sherman, however not guaranteed, 25+ unassociated single covers, 10 exception clause documents, several postal service first day covers, several patriotic post cards, a NJ Recruitment document, etc.

The letters in varying sizes, some in multiple pages, 14+ accompanied by their original transmittal cover, varied subject matter, binder measures 12.5x10in., in generally good condition with expected wear and varying degrees of issues given age and use.

Provenance: Part of a civil war collection of a Sullivan County, NY gentleman 90 years young. The collection spans 50 years and was acquired from shows, dealers and private collections throughout the east coast and midwest.