Mark Beatty, Co. "D" 30th PA Infantry, mother Mary Beatty (certificate # 262,918) On April 30, 1886 Mary Beatty, aged 73 and a resident of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania filed an application for a Mother's pension. Mary States that she is the mother of Mark Beatty who enrolled at Safe Harbor, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania in Company "D" 1st Regiment of Pa R. V. C. in the war of the rebellion. Mark Beatty was wounded on July 2, 1863 "while charging the enemy at Gettysburg Pa. from the effects of which he died in field Hospital at Gettysburg on or about July 30, 1863. Mary states that she married Mark's father at Lancaster County, Pennsylvania on January 7, 1832 and that the father of her son Mark died at Providence Township, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania on February 10, 1885. At the time of Mark's death Mary had one child under the age of sixteen: Anna Mary Beatty who was born Nov. 27, 1852. Mary states: "I Mrs. Mary Beatty, wife of Silas Beatty deceased, say that I am unable to furnish the certificate or affidavit of the Physician and Midwife who waited on me during the time of the birth of my son Mark Beatty, who was born on January 13th, 1839, owing to the fact that both Physician (Dr. John Kendig) and midwife (Mary Stokes) are dead." Emma R. Strine "a daughter of J. J. Strine, who being duly affirmed according to law, deposes and says that the record of marriages which she exhibits is the record kept by her father during his lifetime and that therein is recorded the marriage of Silas Beatty and Mary Stoeke which was solemnized by the said Rev. J. J. Strine on the 7th day of January A. D. 1836." There are two letters written by Mark Beatty in this file: [This letter is written on notepaper that has a cannon and an American Flag with the words "Death To Traitors"] Jan. 16th, 1862 Camp Pierpoint, Dear Parents, I received your letter last evening, and was glad to hear that you were well, I am well at present and trust these few lines may find you enjoying the same blessing. I hardly know what to write this evening, there is so much news; and it is no news after all, for I suppose you hear all the war news, as soon as I do. But I think we have a better idea to know whether reports are true or not, there is so many reports afloat that are false that a person does not know when to believe any. But it is my opinion that there will be something done before long, and I am pretty certain that whatever is done will come pretty near curing sesesh(?). I think the rebels might as well give it up, for there is a poor show for them now. I think this little bit of snow we have here will have some affect on some of the South Carolina rebels. Ike Mundorf and three other gentlemen was down here to see us on last Monday. We were very glad to see them, and I would like very much to see some more of my old acquaintances. They need not fear anything to come here, for if the rebels comes while they are here we will hold them long enough to let them get to Washington. I sent $10 dollars home with Ike he said he would be over to give to you on last Sunday. I want you to use it for any purpose you want to. Tell P. Gardner that I did not forget him but I would like to have a letter from him once more. I will give the old trapper a good letter some of these days before long. That was the second letter I wrote to you but I guess it went astray. That was in the for McClune. No More, But remain your son Tell Annie to send me that ring, and I will send her something. May 10, 1863 Fairfax Station, Va Sunday Morning pleasant Dear Sister, Having a few leisure moments, I thought I would occupy them in addressing you a few lines to let you know that I am well at present, and have just finished brushing up for inspection, and, I suppose our fine clothes will pass, just as I mailed that last letter to you, the paymaster came in and commenced paying the Reg't but we that had returned got more this time on account of not being mustered on the pay rolls. We got paid the next time we were mustered about two weeks ago, for our back pay we lose nothing, but, the time that we were absent. The news at present is not very encouraging, but if Gen Dix should push on from the Peninsula, I think we could retrieve a portion of what we lost by old Joe's movement. They will have to give us George back again, or else let the Rebs have it their way. The Rebel prisoners say they are not afraid of us, since George is out of command. I received a letter from Cousin Agnes Kelly, with her photograph and I think she will pass. In your next letter let me know how Sis is getting along, and also Aunt Sue, and Sis and what they think since Joe got whipped. Hoping this may find you in good health, I will close by, Remaining Your Affectionate Brother, M. Beatty To Miss Annie, Write Soon Head Quarters, Company D, 1st Reg'y Pennsylvania Reserve Volunteer Corps Sept. 12th, 1863 Respected Sir, Some two weeks ago the death of your son, Mark Beatty was officially announced to me. I was aware that he was wounded in the terrible conflict at Gettysburg on the 2nd of July while charging the Enemy. What the extent of his injuries were I was ignorant of as I had no opportunity of finding out. It pained me very much upon receiving the mournful intelligence that he was numbered among the many victims of this cruel Rebellion. As a soldier he was beloved by all who knew him, ever faithful in performance of all duties and obedient to the commands of his officers. On the field he was Brave ?? sustaining the Reputation of his Reg't and Corp. He leaves a host of friends to mourn his loss as a soldier and a comrade. In him I have lost one of my best men. He sleeps his last sleep. He has fought his last Battle. No sound can awaken him to glory again. I have in my possession an ?? and Dress Coat that has been stored away with other clothing belonging to the company in Alexandria, if you desire I will send them on to you or I will sell them and forward the money. I would be happy to give you any information concerning his accounts so as to enable you to obtain his back pay and Bounty and pension. You will let me know if I can serve you in any capacity, as it will be done willingly and cheerfully. Very Respectfully Your Obedient Servant, W. G. Wasson, Capt. Co D 1st Regt P. R. V. C. Mary Beatty was dropped from the pension rolls because of death-she was last paid $12.00 to Feb. 4, 1901. 1850, Conestoga Twp., Lancaster Co., PA p254 Silas Beaty 36 nail cutter born Chester Co., PA Mary Beaty 35 born Martick Twp., Lanc. Co, PA Elizabeth Beaty 13 born Conestoga Twp, Lanc. Co, PA Mark Beaty 11 born Martick twp, Lanc. Co, PA William Brown, 24 born Chester Co., PA 1860, Conestoga Twp., Lancaster Co., PA, p. 97 Silas Baity 36 PA Mary 35 PA Mark 21 PA Anna 8 PA 1870, Conestoga Twp., Lancaster Co., PA p205A Beatty, Silas 55 PA Mary 55 PA Anna M. 18 PA Lanner, Elwood 12 PA 1880, Conestoga Twp., Lancaster, PA p 368A Silas Beatty 67 PA, PA, PA MAry Beatty 66 PA, PA, PA Laurel Baty, L252