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to Blanche Kelso Bruce
16 June 1897
Letter to Senator Bruce in regards to trying make an appointment with the senator concerning school issues. The name is unclear but it looks like W.J.S. Jackson
GLC09400.002
A Policy for the Blacks. Letter to a Colored Mississippian
14 April 1877
Redpath, James, 1833-1891
This broadside is titled "A Policy for the Blacks. Letter to a Colored Mississippian" and is summarized at the top in a paragraph "The President's Policy Discussed by a Radical Republican - Duty Of The Colored People - No Further Allegiance due to...
GLC09400.007
17 September 1877
Ousley, J.E., fl. 1875-1877
This letter from J. E. Ousley is concerning a debt that he owes to Senator Bruce. There are also mentions of a sheriff election between two men R. M. Wilson and W. R. Campbell. The docket is written over the text in red pen.
GLC09400.011
6 June 1875
Tilley, M.E., Mrs., fl. 1875
This letter from Mrs. Tilly covers a few topics. The major topic is her asking the Senator for support in being re-appointed to her job, at a higher salary on the 1st of July. She asks the Senator to remember her, and put in a good word in for her...
GLC09400.012
22 May 1877
Taggart, James, fl. 1877
James Taggart wrote to Senator Bruce in thanks for helping him get a job in the treasury. Also mentions that he used Bruce's name during the examination.
GLC09400.014
26 March 1879
Tachmyrtis (doctor), fl. 1879
A letter to Senator Bruce who was a member of the Education and Labor committee, from Dr. Tachmyrtis in regards to a positing on the Woodruff Scientific Expedition.
GLC09400.015
January 27, 1879
Little, Finnis H., fl. 1879
A letter of thanks to Senator Bruce for an appointment in Washington D.C.
GLC09400.024
17 December 1879
Ville, James L., fl. 1879
A letter from James Ville that is asking the Senator Bruce if there is anything he can do to help Ville in gaining a position in Washington D.C., as a messenger, or any other capacity. Ville starts by introducing himself and outlining his education...
GLC09400.026
04 April 1876
Temple, R.J., fl. 1876
This letter has a few points at first Temple is asking for a job in the postal service as a train agent. Then he asks after a number of people in Washington DC. Specifically he mentions Professor Minon. He also mentions some redistricting that took...
GLC09400.027
1 April 1889
Thompson, Victor, fl. 1889
A letter to Senator Bruce asking about Thompson's confirmation. Thompson got a letter from another Senator saying that he had been confirmed for a position, but upon asking a clerk in charge of the paperwork was told this was false. Thompson wanted...
GLC09400.035
to L.Q.G. Lamar
A letter from Thompson about his confirmation, he is writing to ask if Lamar knows anything about it. This letter is contained with another letter to Senator Blanche Kelso Bruce which is about the same topic, #GLC09400.035
GLC09400.036
To Blanche Kelso Bruce
23 May 1876
Hall, W.V., fl. 1878
Hall is requesting Senator Bruce's help in attaining a position in Washington D.C. He said that he is trusting Senator Bruce to help him secure a position that is good for him and his family. Hall also mentions other Senators, particularly Francis M...
GLC09400.037
6 March 1876
Pease, Geo B., fl. 1875-1876
Two letters between Senator Bruce, and Pease, related to Pease leaving Washington.
GLC09400.039
A note to Senator Bruce to meet with Pease in the Marble room. Related to GLC09400.039.2 A longer letter between the two men.
GLC09400.039.01
This letter from Pease is asking for a favor from Senator Bruce. Pease is leaving Washington D.C. and is asking Bruce for help in paying his remaining debts. This letter isrelated to GLC09400.039.1 a note asking Bruce to meet in the Marble Room.
GLC09400.039.02
24 September 1895
Stewart, Hugh, fl. 1895
A request to Senator Bruce from Hugh Stewart on behalf of the Soldiers Sons and Citizens Republican Club. It is a request for the senator to speak on a topic of his choice to the members. It also asks what the charge would be for a speech since the...
GLC09400.046
February 16, 1876
Parker, Alice, fl. 1876
The docket notes that this is a personal letter. Parker seems to be either apologizing or accepting an apology from Senator Bruce for an unknown event. There is a small tear in the lower edge of the paper.
GLC09400.054
An Act H.R. 4318 4th Congress 3rd Session.
February 5, 1879
Adams, Geo M., fl. 1879
This act established the Mississippi River Improvement Commission. Which is for the correction, permanent location, and deepening of the channel and the improvement of navigation of the Mississippi River and the protection of its alluvial lands.
GLC09400.060
3 January 1876
A short note from Pease about some papers he wants to show Senator Bruce. Pease tells him he will be in at 9 o'clock in the morning. This page was ripped in half on the lower portion of the page. There are no other pieces present.
GLC09400.072
13 December 1878
Kane, Jas I., fl. 1878
The Chaplin of the U.S. Navy writes Senator Bruce to say he will be in Washington in August, and hopes to see him then. Kane also asks Senator Bruce to send him a copy of a bill introduced by Senator Hamlin that is relative to Naval Chaplin's. Kane...
GLC09400.075.01
20 June 1880
Stant, T.W., fl. 1880
Stant was writing Senator Bruce for help in appointing Merriam Howards daughter to a position so that he can move to Vicksburg.
GLC09400.078
20 November 1875
A letter from Pease saying that he would be in Washington D.C. soon and that he had personal business to discus with the Senator.
GLC09400.082
25 June 1897
Kennon, W.H., fl. 1897
Kennon is asking Senator Bruce to talk to the Secretary of the Interior to inquire when the position as Receiver for Jackson Mississippi is to be created as he would like the appointment, and would like to come to Washington a few weeks before.
GLC09400.084
6 July 1878
Tarbell, Jonathan, fl. 1877-1879
Tarbell is writing Senator Bruce on behalf of a Miss Wright who he has taken an interest in helping. Miss Wright works for Mr Cormick and has been promised an appointment in the treasury department. Cormick however has only put her on the temporary...
GLC09400.085
July 29, 1878
Tarbell is asking for Senator Bruce's presence for a meeting over the fate of Miss Wright with Mr. Mahon 1st Auditor. Mahon has taken an interest in Miss Wright and Tarbell believes that Senator Bruce's opinion will help close the case for her. This...
GLC09400.086
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