January 25, 1861; The Charleston Mercury
The Fairfield Volunteer Company desire, through the MERCURY, to thank ‘Several Ladies of Charleston’ for acceptable presents.
The Palmetto Guard return their thanks to the ladies of Summerville for the bounteous donation of many delicacies.
The thanks of the Union District Volunteers are hereby tendered to Hon. ROBERT BEATTY for his thrice welcome presents of fine hams, &c.
The Cadets stationed at Fort Morris return their sincere thanks to their kind friends who have not forgotten them in their absence. To the lady who sent them the hoods and gloves, they are much indebted, and can assure her that they have done good service in this very inclement weather. The box of sewing materials, lint, bandages, &c. will be of service if the Cadets are allowed the honor of aiding in planting the Palmetto flag on the ramparts of Fort Sumter. They must also gratefully acknowledge the favor of our former Professor, Col. C. C. TEW, which will contribute to lessen the hardships of the campaign. Their friends have been so attentive that they can not enumerate their several acts of kindness, but they must be assured that they were gratefully received.