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to John Sullivan

Letter signed by Gerry as a Maryland Congressman. Also signed by William Smith of Maryland and Josiah Parker of Virginia. Requests that Sullivan, as the Governor of New Hampshire, transmit the proper statements to the House of Representatives...

GLC01496

to Miss Treadwell

On his Sagamore Hill letterhead, Roosevelt thanks Treadwell for her letter to him and his wife. Written from, or just after a trip to France during World War I: "your letter brings vividly before my eyes the terrible suffering and high heroism of...

GLC01518

to Joseph Alston

Burr writes in partial cypher to his son-in-law after his duel with Alexander Hamilton. In the text that is not in cypher, Burr states that the jury has adjourned until Monday, July 23, and that the results will determine whether or not he flees. He...

GLC01523

to Thomas Hillhouse

Arthur, writing as New York Quartermaster General, responds to a special order from Brigadier General Hillhouse by suggesting "that the proper transportation should be obtained from Major See at Elmira" for the 17th Regiment, because little of their...

GLC01591

to C. E. Potts

Hamlin replies to a letter from Potts in Troy, New York. He thanks Potts for a copy of the "Wide Awake Vocalist," an 1860 Presidential campaign song book for the Republican Party candidates (Abraham Lincoln and Hamlin). Reminisces about the campaign...

GLC01595.02

Authority to affix the seal to the pardon of Perry Murphy

GLC01611

Pardon of John W. Paxton, convicted of larceny.

Convicted of larceny; sentenced to 18 months of imprisonment. Pardoned after serving prison term for his good conduct and penitence. (c/s William H. Seward)

GLC01612

to Victor Howard Metcalf

Roosevelt writes as President to Secretary of Navy Metcalf regarding a meeting designed to take stock of America's natural resources. Also invited were the justices of the Supreme Court, both houses of Congress, and his cabinet. Includes a stamp of...

GLC01619

[Letters to his mother, including Pershing and Armistice]

Six ALS and 2 TLS to his mother. This collection supplements the materials in GLC 2679.

GLC01601

to James D. Fox

Roosevelt thanks him for his letter and writes, "I have received your letter in reference to the friars; and as it evidently proceeds from an entire misunderstanding of the facts, I take pleasure in reciting them to you." Fox was a member of the Holy...

GLC01625.01

to Theodore Roosevelt

Fox thanks him for his letter and for clarifying for him the situation with the friars and their lands in the Philippines and the position of the United States government. Regrets the fact that the government of the United States has allowed the...

GLC01625.02

to William Smith

Jefferson writing to Smith of the College of Philadelphia, Jefferson describes John Wales Eppes's (his son-in-law's) knowledge of mathematics, the sciences, and natural philosophy. Tells him that when Smith's courses cover an area known to Eppes...

GLC01724

The Secretary of State.... [report on supplying coinage from England]

Broadside printed by Childs and Swaine. First printing of Jefferson's first published report as Secretary of State rejecting a proposal to import copper coins minted in England as an infringement on American sovereignty. The idea had been proposed...

GLC01738

to Gaston

Colonel Mosby, the former Confederate leader, describes a cordial meeting with President Theodore Roosevelt, the loss of his hat, boots, overcoat and cape in 1864, when captured by the 13th New York Cavalry, and the return of his hat. He discusses...

GLC01653

Statement by the President

Signed and corrected by Truman. Honors the tenth anniversary of the Philippine commonwealth. Praises the Filipino people and notes the ordeals they experienced during World War II and the Japanese occupation. Remarks that they "are spiritually...

GLC01683

to Richard G. Dunlap

Letter written by Jackson as President, upset by the events surrounding the resignation of Major John H. Eaton as the Secretary of War. Jackson praises Eaton, as well as Martin Van Buren and Major William Berkeley Lewis for their loyalty. He attacks...

GLC01690

to Richard G. Dunlap

Defends his friend Major William B. Lewis from charges made by his political enemies, especially John C. Calhoun, including allegations that he interfered in state elections. Discusses Calhoun's maneuverings against himself, and advises Dunlap to...

GLC01691

[List of articles lost or destroyed, in the Public Service, at Nashville Tennessee]

Enumerates articles, such as axes, tin cups, tin plates, and forks and knives, which were lost in the public service. In a column marked "Circumstances and Cause," refers to a Voucher No. 1 and a Voucher No. 2, which are not present. Signed as...

GLC01678

[Cabinet photograph of Theodore Roosevelt in Rough Rider uniform]

Three-quarter length photogravure portrait of Roosevelt in "Rough Rider" uniform, with hat, gloves, and glasses.

GLC01681

Election news.

Election broadside announces Lincoln and Johnson elected, prints returns for many states, and states that Wayne County, Illinois, "stands firm."

GLC01698

to Robert Williams

Burr writes about his trial for conspiracy against the United States. States that the vindictive temper and conduct of Judge Thomas Rodney have induced him to withdraw from public view. Remarks that he will continue to submit to civil authority as...

GLC01524

to Jonathan Rhea

Burr states that he is writing reluctantly to ask his attention to a matter concerning the plans for defense at his treason trial. States that George Morgan and his sons John and Thomas of Princeton, New Jersey have sworn before the grand jury about...

GLC01544

to William McPherson

Secretary of State Calhoun asks U.S. Attorney for the District of Missouri McPherson that execution of convicted murderers John McDaniel and Joseph Brown be stayed. He adds "It is not... designed, by this interference, to create any hope of the...

GLC03019

[Presidential pardon of Confederate naval officer, Thomas W. Brent, for taking part in the rebellion]

President Andrew Johnson granted T. W. Brent a full pardon and amnesty for all offences he committed. Countersigned by Secretary of State William H. Seward. Seal on second page.

GLC03079.01

The Life of Lincoln

Tribune Tracts no. 6. Extra-illustrated biography with engravings of Lincoln, the Executive Mansion, the Capitol, and a Lincoln-Hamlin electoral ribbon depicting Lincoln pasted in first few pages. Published by Horace Greeley & Co.

GLC03012