Will,

I know this doesn't exactly answer your original question, but I found your thred on an internet search, and I have a question of my own.

Is your question related to, and are you related to,
the Captain Will. C. Eggert from Galveston, Texas who fought in the civil war? He was also a riverboat pilot.

It just so happens, I'm trying to do some research on him.

Sincerly,
John Gusty