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to James Madison

The letter discusses prisoner exchanges, hopes for peace, and annexation of Canada. Also mentions: General Carleton and Edmund Pendleton Jr's runaway slave. There is purple mold staining on the letter.

GLC00099.095

to James Madison re: withdrawal of British troops, Loyalist situation

The letter discusses withdrawal of British troops, the Loyalist situation, recovery of runaway slave, military rumors, Canada, New York, New Jersey, and the treatment of American Loyalists.

GLC00099.097

to Jonathan Trumbull

Written by Washington as commander of the American army around Boston to Trumbull as Governor of Connecticut. Trumbull was the only colonial governor to join the patriot cause. References his hasty dispatch of January 19, 1776. Says he forgot to...

GLC01138

[Lincoln's appointment of Joshua Reed Giddings as Consul General]

Also signed by William Henry Seward as Secretary of State. President Lincoln appoints former Ohio Representative Giddings to serve as Consul General of the United States for the British North American Provinces. Has a seal on bottom left corner.

GLC01413

to his children

Pecker remarks that he is in good health and never had small pox. Mentions he has sent his son, Billy, to safety at Mount Independence and describes the approach of the enemy to Fort Ticonderoga, expecting a bloody battle the next day. The enemy army...

GLC01412.49

to Isaac Winslow Esq. and wife

DeBlois writes to her sister and brother in New York. She comments on her good health and hopes that she sees her family again soon. A postscript mentions rebels leaving Cumberland (Nova Scotia). Paper contains a loyalist watermark.

GLC01412.60

to William Pitt Preble

Letter regarding Canadian border dispute.

GLC01217

A Journal of a Scout from Crown Point to St. John's Chamblee by Lieut Benjamin Whitcomb and four men

Clerical copy of a report of Whitcomb's spying mission in Canada 14-27 July 1776. Details their progress, the weather, attempts to get prisoners, and sightings of British troops moving supplies, etc. Notes that Whitcomb fired on a British officer...

GLC01072

to unknown

Draft of a detailed report of the attack on Fort Erie that had been repelled on August 14, 1814. Wood commanded forces in the battle. Letter written at Fort Erie to a superior officer.

GLC01043.04

to Mary Wood

He writes to his sister about his activities in Canada at Fort George and elsewhere in the northern campaign during the War of 1812. Also discusses the heroism of their brother, Eleazor D. Wood, at Fort Meigs, as recounted by General William Henry...

GLC01043.02

[Major Robert Roger's Account with John Ferguson]

Also signed by John Ferguson and Lieutenant Colonel Elias Jones.
Receipt and account for Major Roger's board and lodging from 5 July to 8 November 1768 while on trial for treason against England. Signed by Maxwell that 43 pounds, five shillings...

GLC01412.12

to Jonathan Medcalf

Letter discusses appointment of William Draper of Roxbury as captain of a company being raised for Canada. Also inquires about the amount and type of camp baggage available for the company. Letter written when the American forces were in retreat from...

GLC01412.22

to unknown

Written by Wendell, a wealthy, well-connected merchant in New Hampshire to an unknown recipient. References a previous letter he wrote that mentioned political sentiments. Does not go into detail. Mentions a report of the broken American siege of...

GLC00252

to David Easson

Discusses various business matters and give instructions to his son in Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia. Provides a brief account of the Boston Tea Party and advises David to take good care of any remaining tea he has, since there will be no more...

GLC00191

General Contingent Accompt of Garrison and Incidental Expences at Halfax, during the Command of Brigadier Genl Eyre Massey from 25th December 1775 to the 31st March 1776

Document signed by Major General Massey as commander of British forces on Nova Scotia. List of two vouchers for expenses of troops in Halifax; one for the "Contingent Accompt of the Garrison of Halifax," which could possibly mean the cost of extra...

GLC01450.151

[Promise and receipt of payment]

Promises to pay Charles Trellwen 20 pounds, 13 shillings, and five pence Halifax currency for supplies received from him. Various materials (cloth, buckram, thread, buttons) and their quantity and cost are listed on the lower part of the page....

GLC01450.125

[Payment and orders for a Massachusetts regiment]

States that each person enlisted will get two pounds per month. They will march to the heights of Dorchester, Massachusetts to be formed into regiments, and will serve until 1 December 1778 unless discharged sooner. On the reverse is a note stating...

GLC01450.129

[Account of officers' pay per week and per month for an expedition to Cape Breton]

Lists officers, how many there were, and the corresponding accounts. The last line notes that their was a "Bounty to each Centinel & a Blanket."

GLC01450.174

[Accounts of costs for Fort Penobscot and Fort Halifax]

British document concerning the construction of these two forts. States that expenditures are for Fort Penobscot from 1 May 1779 to 24 January 1784 and at Halifax from 1 January 1783 to 31 July 1783. Hartcup was Commanding Engineer. Fort...

GLC01450.012.03

The Walker Expedition to Quebec, 1711

Chapters include - The Journal of Admiral Sir Hovenden Walker, The preparations, The voyage and the disaster, The reaction of New England, and Miscellaneous documents. Published by the Champlain Society. Edited and introduction by Gerald S. Graham...

GLC01450.012.09

[Shipping order from Benjamin Faneuil]

Orders Jonathan Clark to ship molasses, turpentine, and tallow to Halifax on the account of Butler and Fritten. Envelope is addressed to Jonathan Clarke. Faneuil was a merchant. Document is not dated.

GLC01450.032.01

[Commission signed as Governor of Quebec] [in French]

A commission for Antoine Brouillet as lieutenant in a company of militia. Includes wax seal covered by a square of paper. Edges of the last page where docket is written are repaired. Slight mat burn.

GLC01450.069

to William Heath

Phillips states that it is increasingly important that Captain Willoe go to Canada. Requests passports be granted for Willoe, two servants, and three women to sail to Halifax with a Flag of Truce. He wants Heath to get a passport that will admit the...

GLC01450.078

to Elbridge Gerry

Wendell asks Gerry to use his political influence to help place him in a number of governmental positions. Says that he is confident he can attain the position of "Vendue Master" if Gerry can get him a favorable letter from the President. Also...

GLC01450.234

to Asa Waterman

Allen informs Waterman of the return of "our Brother Capt Joseph Cashman." Says Mr. Cushing's child "the sicked child that ever I saw." News arrived from Newfoundland of the "Royal George" sinking in port, and 1,300 people dying. Around eight hundred...

GLC01450.242