The newest edition North South's Civil War Collector's Price Guide. Released August 20, 2006. 11th Edition. (As you know, this is not published every year). This time the folks at N/S have outdone themselves! Within th 288 pages of this epic document, you'll find the latest prices on most classifications of Civil War items, both excavated and non-excavated. You'll be more than pleased with the layout and information included in this latest Guide. You really can't afford to be without this invaluable buying/selling reference. Suggested retail is $37.95. Sgt. Riker Bargain priced at $35.00! plus $4.40 Priority Mail.

Rare, Stonewall Jackson Biography, Circa 1899. The Life of Thomas J. Jackson in Easy Words for the Young. Printed by B.F. Johnson Publishing Co. Richmond, Virginia in 1899. From an era when the noble Stonewall was universally admired, and studied, this proud little book of 248 pages is in good overall condition. No pages are missing and the print is clear and easy to read. On page 97 you will find a full-page print of Robert E. Lee (along with a 100-year-old skeleton of a mosquito that was caught in the pages and smashed). There are quite a few maps and photographs. The cover of the book is intact and readable, though faded and worn. The original binding along the spine of the book is present, but it has been re-glued. This was apparently a textbook of the time, and you will find quite a few math computations in pencil inside the cover. The pages seem to be clean, for the most part. The book measures 7 ¼ x 5 ½". If you are a Jackson fan or if you collect books, this is for you.
Sgt. Riker Specially priced at $100.00!

Soldier's Original Letter and Published Diary. The letter, signed by DeWitt Clinton Gallaher, is dated September 10, 1864 at Winchester Virginia. The accompanying diary is written and published by DeWitt C. Gallaher, Jr. in 1945 and is a son's effort to honor his father. The diary tells of Gallaher's service a captain on General Imboden's staff and as a courier for Jeb Stuart in the 1st Virginia Cavalry, later for Fitzhugh Lee and then for General T. L. Rosser. The letter is legible and comes housed in a Mylar envelope. The photos may have some reflection because the mylar protective envelope was not removed. There are age stains on the letter and it is separated along one of the fold lines, but all but one line is legible and readable and that is readable with magnification.
I will write the contents of the letter for your edification.

Winchester Sept. 10 1864

Dear Grand Pa

I have not been home since I saw you but expect to go in a few days. You will be surprised to hear of Collie Willens death. He was killed instantly near "Bunkers Hill."? Was shot through the head and did not speak after being struck. His command had a fight near "Bunkers Hill"? on Saturday today one week ago. (Sept. 2nd) in which he was killed & He was decently and kindly cared for. His Lieutenant and Company buried him in a rude coffin very near Mrs. Carters down on the Bunker Hill Road, four miles from Winchester. A large brick house on the right coming up this way I believe.

As soon as I heard it I went to see his Lt. and his Company. His officers and Co all say he was a splendid soldier and died at his post bravely doing his duty to God and Country. It should be a great comfort to his family to know this. We all have got to die and it was the will of God to call him then and there and we should be consoled by the thought and truth that God does all things for the best. "Whom the Lord loveth he chastenth"? and let his bereaved mother think of this consolation. I know it will grieve his family & mother but you and the rest must try and console her in this affliction which must come to us all. I have secured some of his things and will get his money & horse which is in Harrisonburg and will turn them over to Tommy. He is well and I think in Waynesboro. He is said to be a first rate soldier. I hope he may be spared to his family. I will write to him and acquaint him of his brother's death. Break this sad tiding as easily as possible to his Mother & the family. John Conner when he comes back from Maryland could aid his father in getting his body. I will leave word with Mrs. Striker where he is buried. There is a headboard at his grave.

With much Sympathy & Love,
I am truly your affectionate Grandson,
D. Clinton Gallaher

Quite a letter, don't you think?

Now for the diary. It is a light green 7"x 4 " booklet of 31 pages. The diary is in very good condition as it was published in 1945 by Gallaher's son. The diary was composed in 1919 by the senior Gallaher from notes he wrote to himself during the war. The diary gives an overview of the courier's service including camping areas, his adventures, and will make you aware of his commitment to his cause. Unconditionally guaranteed to please your specifications. Money back if not complete satisfied. Insurance required.
Purchase both, specially priced at $275.00!