1865 January 10 Letter from Crozier Ramsey to J. G. M. Ramsey, and envelope.

1865 February 1 from J.G.M. Ramsey to his wife M.B.C. Ramsey.

1865 March 22 J.G. McKnitt Ramsey, Wytheville, Va., to his father, J.G.M. Ramsey, Charlotte, N.C. Reports that Crozier has been sent north to prison but has recovered from his rather serious illness. Describes the uncertainty of troop movements and of their position.

1865 July 18 R.M. Ramsey, Richmond, Va., to his father, J.G.M. Ramsey, Charlotte, N.C. Telegram stating that he and Crozier will reach Charlotte within a few days.

1865 August 5 J. Crozier Ramsey, Nashville, Tenn., to his sister, Mrs. E.A.R. Breck, Charlotte, N.C. Expresses happiness that his parents are taking defeat and loss of property well. News that he has entered the practice of law. Encloses his business card. Information for the members of his family concerning the advisability of their returning to Knoxville. Reports that sentiment against Confederate sympathizers is still strong in Knoxville. Mentions their applications for pardons, his attempt to find a position for McKnitt, and Margaret Jane's new husband. Finds equal treatment of both Union and Confederate sympathizers in Nashville.

1865 August 11 J. Crozier Ramsey, Nashville, Tenn., to his mother, M.B.C. Ramsey, Charlotte, N.C. News of his father's brother, William B.A. Ramsey, and of his family with whom Crozier is living. Tells of a visit with McNutt, formerly a Federal officer and relays McNutt's impressions that Knoxvillians would welcome the Ramseys with the exception of Robert. Urges his family to return to Knoxville so that they can be near their grandchildren and have a better chance of recovering their property. Mention of other Confederate sympathizers returning to East Tennessee.

1865 August 31 J. Crozier Ramsey, Nashville, Tenn., to his father, J.G.M. Ramsey, Charlotte, N.C. Account of his arrest, his removal to Knoxville, and his week's imprisonment there. Mentions indictments which are pending against him. Praises Margaret Jane for her kindness to him in his troubles. Anticipates future troubles in clearing himself of the accusations against him. Reference to their applications for pardons and suggests that probably all the family except Robert could return to Knoxville.

1865 September 15 J. Crozier Ramsey, Nashville, Tenn., to his sister, Elizabeth Ramsey Breck, Charlotte, N.C. Having heard of the insulting treatment of Confederate sympathizers in Knoxville, advises his family to remain in North Carolina. Regrets that he must go to Knoxville on business. Praises President Johnson as a friend to the South who deserves the support of the Southern people. Mentions writing to Judge Patterson, Andrew Johnson's son-in-law, concerning the return of Elizabeth's farm. Expresses hope of finding a wife when he can earn enough to support a family. News of his mother's brother, Arthur Crozier.

1865 October 12 J. Crozier Ramsey, Nashville, Tenn., to his father, J.G.M. Ramsey, Charlotte, N.C. Informs his family that his case has been postponed until the next term of the court in Knoxville. Explanation of why he did not flee before his certain arrest. Relays news from Margaret Jane of happenings in Knoxville. Discusses his hope of recovering J.G.M.'s property for him.

1865 November 13 J. Crozier Ramsey, Nashville, Tenn., to his father, J.G.M. Ramsey, Charlotte, N.C. Sentimental expression of his affection and loneliness for his family. Description of the state of his health and his financial condition. Long discussion of the legal aspects of J.G.M.'s chances of recovering his property. Advises his father to risk a trial and to sell the property at a loss only if his need for money makes it essential.

1865 October 8 J. Crozier Ramsey, Nashville, Tenn., to his father, J.G.M. Ramsey, Charlotte, N.C. Relates his trip to Washington, D.C., at which he spoke with President Johnson about their pardons and the hope his case will be postponed until the next session of the court. Warns that Robert should not let his whereabouts be known as he is wanted for murder in Knoxville. Mentions current prices of bank notes, having his photograph made in Washington, and his Uncle William's daughter, Mamie.

1865 November 16 from J.C. Ramsey to J.G.M. Ramsey. Gives instructions for receiving his pardon.

1865 December 2 J.G.M. Ramsey, Exiles' Retreat, Charlotte, N.C., to Hon. William H. Seward, Secretary of State, Washington, D.C. (2 Copies) Acknowledges his son's receipt of the pardon and informs his that he has taken the amnesty oath.

1865 December 11 J.C. Crozier, Nashville, Tenn. to his father, J.G.M. Ramsey, Charlotte, N.C. Long discussion of J.G.M.'s plans for handling his property in which Crozier urges his to rent the house rather than sell it and assures him that his advice is not given through selfish motives. J.G.M.'s chances for recovering his property through court proceedings seen as slight. Tells of some of his social activities arranged by his aunt and uncle. Expresses hope that his family will resettle in Middle Tennessee.