8 June 1916

Wood, Mary A., fl. 1900-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sarah Wood

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GLC02176.39

1861-1865

Photograph

Title: [Albumen portrait of Leydia Boswell Way]

Albumen portrait.

GLC02176.50

5 January 1776

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to Lucy Knox

Laments not being able to return to Lucy when he had hoped to. Praises Lucy at length and reaffirms his love for her. Notes that this is only the fourth letter he has been able to write to her in the two months they have been apart, and explains why his letter of 5 December 1775 was so short (see GLC02437.00215). Comments on the weather and the lack of snow, which impeded his plans to transport artillery from Fort Ticonderoga to Cambridge, Massachusetts. Mentions that his brother William Knox is now at Lake George preparing the sleds for the transport. Describes his travels. Comments…

GLC02437.00237

1 February 1776

Washington, George, 1732-1799

Manuscript document

Title: Lucy Knox and Henry Knox

Invitation to dinner, from George and Martha Washington.

GLC02437.00247

1876

Forbes, Edwin, 1839-1895

Print

Title: The Sanctuary

Marked "Plate 40." Depicts a family of former enslaved people who just came in sight of fortified lines of the Union Army. An old mother is praying to God on her knees, while the rest of her family from behind are contemplating the scene. Actual size of the image without the margins is 27.1 x 39.5 cm. Title and image information taken from the table of contents. Top edge is frayed where it appears the page was torn from the binding of the book.

GLC02199.40

1862-1920s

Photograph

Title: Photographs of circus performers, including Tom Thumb, circus set-up, etc. (# 1-14, 16)

Three carte de visites, two of Tom Thumb and wife. Twelve cabinet cards featuring various circus performers, most wearing street clothes.

GLC05508.068.01

7 July 1775

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Longs to see her, but must be of service to his country. Sends her copies of the addresses made in Congress and directed to generals George Washington and Charles Lee (not included).

GLC02437.00197

11 July 1775

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Comments affectionately about writing to Lucy often. Reports that he goes to Roxbury and Cambridge in the mornings and returns to Watertown in the evenings, offering support to Captain Michael Jackson's company. Plans to visit her soon, but feels he must provide his "oppressed Country an essential service." Mentions that General Charles Lee received word that General John Burgoyne wants to have a meeting, but Lee will not comply unless ordered by Congress. Praises the patriot's burning of "Browns House on Boston neck." Also praises George Washington, who took over the Continental Army in…

GLC02437.00199

10 August 1775

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Affectionately laments their separation. Mentions that Generals George Washington and Charles Lee inquired about her. Comments on an encounter with navy prisoners. Discusses the "regulars" making a "fine prize" of 2000 sheep and 150 heads of cattle on Fishers Island, off Connecticut. Thinks he will see her Monday. The American Army got into a skirmish with British forces nearby at Plumb Island the day after this letter was written, the first reported clash between regulars in the Continental Army and the redcoats. Letter is dated Thursday morning 9 August 1775 but Thursday was actually…

GLC02437.00200

21 September 1774

Waldo, Jonathon, fl. 1721-1779

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Knox

Indicates that Captain Scott has magazines for Henry Knox, which Waldo will forward. Very much looks forward to seeing William. Comments on the kindness of a women named Miss Sally to both William and himself.

GLC02437.00180

21 November 1861

Bingham, George F., fl. 1861-1862

Letter

Title: to Lucretia Bingham

Sending home part of his wages for her to keep for him. Asks for newspapers including Lesley's, Harpers Weekly and The True Flag. On patriotic stationery with the title "The Shield." Features the Union shield between the dates 1776 and 1861.

GLC03607.01

22 December 1862

Bingham, H.B., fl. 1862-1863

Letter

Title: to Lucretia Bingham

He received the box she sent. Mentions the cold weather and that he has not heard from their brother George for a while. He is not worried though because George's name has not appeared on the list of killed. On patriotic stationery and with a regimental envelope.

GLC03607.06

4 December 1864

Flinn, John William, fl. 1863-1893

Autograph letter signed

Title: to A. M. Flinn

He received the sad news of his little sister's death. He asks about the cause of her death and the length of her illness. He did not receive a check his father sent to him. Signed: "your son William."

GLC04573.06

11 December 1889

Flinn, John William, fl. 1863-1893

Manuscript

Title: [Memorial ribbon and explanatory note]

The ribbon is pinned across the top of an explanatory note entitled "Jefferson Davis Memorial Badge," written by J. W. Flinn. The note indicates that the Flinn wore the ribbon at South Carolina' memorial service for Jefferson Davis. The note mourns the "dead President of the dead Confederacy," describes his himself as "a native of Mississippi -- a member of the 17th Mississippi Regiment and a personal friend of Jefferson Davis and of the Cause for which her [Nellie Flinn's] father fought & bled."

GLC04573.11

1741/11/25

Livingston, Robert Jr., 1688-1775

Manuscript document signed

Title: Bond agreement

Bond agreement to allow his younger brothers and sisters use of manor's iron furnace for a term of three years since this investment would otherwise adversely impact their smaller inheritances.

GLC03107.05447

1749/10/24

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Manuscript document signed

Title: Deed

Deed transferring to eldest son and heir Robert Livingston Jr. (?) share of 100 acres of land at Salisbury, CT Executors of estate of Philip Livingston: Catherine Livingston, Peter van Brugh Livingston, John Livingston, Philip Livingston, William Livingston

GLC03107.05448

1749/10/25

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Manuscript document signed

Title: Deed

Deed transferring to eldest son and heir Robert Livingston Jr. (?) share of the iron ore bed at Salisbury, CT Executors of estate of Philip Livingston: Catherine Livingston, Peter van Brugh Livingston, John Livingston, Philip Livingston, William Livingston

GLC03107.05449

1862-1864

Oakes, Cyrus, fl. 1862-1864

Photograph

Title: [Daguerrotypes of mother and baby]

Daguerrotypes depicting a mother and baby

GLC03136.121

5 August 1862

Hallidy, Adam, M., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Margaret McClelland

Writes to his friend about the hot weather and having received the letter she wrote yesterday. Mentions having received two New York newspapers to keep him informed of what is going on at home. Asks about her plans to travel while he is gone. Encourages her to continue mingling with society. Wonders why she answered his questions cooly and decides that when they meet in person, he will settle the issue. Written from Camp Wadsworth. Addressed to "Maggie."

GLC05522.01

19 May 1863

Hallidy, Adam, M., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Margaret McClelland

Discusses their correspondence and his improving health. Asks about her stay at her aunt's house and whether she has begun work yet. Written from the Cliffburn Barracks. Includes an incomplete reply from Maggie on page two regarding her health. Addressed to "Maggie."

GLC05522.02

6 July 1864

Hallidy, Adam, M., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Margaret Hallidy

Reports having received a letter from Maggie dated 5 February, when she was still Miss McClelland, not Mrs. Hallidy. Includes his transcription of that letter which announces the receipt of his ring and $50, and her acceptance of his proposal. Ponders the possibilities of what would have been if he had received this letter months before. Reflects and comments on the letter. Written from the woods near camp. First letter as Maggie's husband, addressed to "Little Mack." Handwriting is more elegant than the first three letters, though there are similarities in style and signature. Imprint…

GLC05522.04

December 8, 1864

Powell, L.W. (Lazarus Whitehead), 1812-1867

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sallie A. Overton

Encloses a pass from President Abraham Lincoln allowing Sallie and her three orphaned siblings to pass the federal lines and go to a relative in Kentucky (see GLC01011.01). States that the pass was requested by Sallie's mother-in-law, Mrs. Grant Green, and her brother Fred. H. Overton. Postscript states that a pass (not present) is also enclosed for a Miss Sarah E. Mallory of Louisa County Virginia, who will be accompanying them to Kentucky. Addressed to Overton at Fredericks Hall, Louisa County, Virginia. Written from the Senate Chamber, Washington, D.C.

GLC01011.02

11 December 1857

Maugrita, fl. 1857

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Esthur Monk

Writes to Cripps' mother in Greenwich, Connecticut, in the care of Mr. Benedict. Relays a message for Monk to send curtains to a family friend. Mentions having received a letter from Tousey, an acquaintance, who promises to return from Mexico soon, but she doubts it. Wonders about their trip to "the Metropolis." Discusses sending a care package and hopes it will arrive before Christmas. Written on scallop-edged stationery. Envelope hand-postmarked 14, December, Rippon, Virginia. Includes one three-cent stamp depicting George Washington. Date inferred from Mrs. Monk's trip to Greenwich.

GLC03587.33

9 May 1869

Thoreau, Sophia E., 1819-1876

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Daniel Ricketson

Thanks him for sending a book of poetry, "The Autumn Sheaf." States that Mr. Emerson [Ralph Waldo] left it with her a week ago. Informs that she has been busy with housekeeping duties and is going to make a trip to Bangor for her health. Writes, "I sympathize with Walton's idea of migrating & as soon as my wings grow I shall be off." The letter is only dated 9 May.

GLC01751.02

18 August 1865

Morse, Samuel Finley Breese, 1791-1872

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. M. Stuart

Gives the address of William Goodrich in Paris. Also encloses his photograph (not present). Replies to her request for his opinion on the Atlantic telegraph by saying "I have always had full faith in its final accomplishment; It is practicable, and therefore the demands of the world will eventually accomplish it." He has faith that it will be completed despite the current gloomy prospects. Addressed to Stuart in Abington, Pennsylvania.

GLC06329.01