Orpheus C. Kerr Papers

052 - Letter LII

Dive into the delightful world of the Orpheus C. Kerr Papers, a whimsical collection of letters penned by a fictional character during the tumultuous times of the Civil War. These humorous correspondences, originally published in the New York Mercury Sunday newspaper, provide a satirical take on northern generals, politicians, and their Southern counterparts. While the author, Newell, often adopts a light-hearted tone, these letters also capture the underlying bitterness and frustration experienced by many Northerners of the era. Join us for a unique blend of comedy and historical commentary, introduced by Margaret. (Please note Chapters 20, 33, 43, and 49 were initially cut short but have since been restored as of January 9, 2023.)

051 - Letter LI

Dive into the delightful world of the Orpheus C. Kerr Papers, a whimsical collection of letters penned by a fictional character during the tumultuous times of the Civil War. These humorous correspondences, originally published in the New York Mercury Sunday newspaper, provide a satirical take on northern generals, politicians, and their Southern counterparts. While the author, Newell, often adopts a light-hearted tone, these letters also capture the underlying bitterness and frustration experienced by many Northerners of the era. Join us for a unique blend of comedy and historical commentary, introduced by Margaret. (Please note Chapters 20, 33, 43, and 49 were initially cut short but have since been restored as of January 9, 2023.)

050 - Letter L

Dive into the delightful world of the Orpheus C. Kerr Papers, a whimsical collection of letters penned by a fictional character during the tumultuous times of the Civil War. These humorous correspondences, originally published in the New York Mercury Sunday newspaper, provide a satirical take on northern generals, politicians, and their Southern counterparts. While the author, Newell, often adopts a light-hearted tone, these letters also capture the underlying bitterness and frustration experienced by many Northerners of the era. Join us for a unique blend of comedy and historical commentary, introduced by Margaret. (Please note Chapters 20, 33, 43, and 49 were initially cut short but have since been restored as of January 9, 2023.)

049 - Letter XLIX

Dive into the delightful world of the Orpheus C. Kerr Papers, a whimsical collection of letters penned by a fictional character during the tumultuous times of the Civil War. These humorous correspondences, originally published in the New York Mercury Sunday newspaper, provide a satirical take on northern generals, politicians, and their Southern counterparts. While the author, Newell, often adopts a light-hearted tone, these letters also capture the underlying bitterness and frustration experienced by many Northerners of the era. Join us for a unique blend of comedy and historical commentary, introduced by Margaret. (Please note Chapters 20, 33, 43, and 49 were initially cut short but have since been restored as of January 9, 2023.)

048 - Letter XLVIII

Dive into the delightful world of the Orpheus C. Kerr Papers, a whimsical collection of letters penned by a fictional character during the tumultuous times of the Civil War. These humorous correspondences, originally published in the New York Mercury Sunday newspaper, provide a satirical take on northern generals, politicians, and their Southern counterparts. While the author, Newell, often adopts a light-hearted tone, these letters also capture the underlying bitterness and frustration experienced by many Northerners of the era. Join us for a unique blend of comedy and historical commentary, introduced by Margaret. (Please note Chapters 20, 33, 43, and 49 were initially cut short but have since been restored as of January 9, 2023.)