Elliott-Prewit family letters, 1856-1891 (bulk 1856-1861). 16 items. Location: Misc. Most of these 14 letters were sent or received by Joshua J. Prewit, J.M. Elliott, and William H. Elliott. They relate family news such as illnesses and deaths, financial matters, hardships anticipated as the Civil War approached, and accounts of military life and other news from each man during his military service. For further information, see online catalog. Mss. 4377.