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to Thomas F. Burpee
24 May 1861
Irish, William L., fl. 1861
Paymaster requires complete list of volunteers that were under Thomas Burpee and the number of days they worked.
GLC02744.239
23 November 1861
Milligrand, J.S., fl. 1861
Since there is no field officer in the state militia he is required to make his report directly to him.
GLC02744.241
General Orders, No. 26
28 May 1862
Williams, Joseph D., fl. 1861
The commander-in-chief extends his thanks to the Governor's guards and volunteer militia.
GLC02744.243
Bill for Michael Parker
28 August 1862
Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864
Parker agrees to pay bill from town bounty
GLC02744.244
Certifies that Thomas Burpee is still ill and requires leave of absence
24 March 1863
Prisley, Stephen, fl. 1863
Doctor writes about Burpee's rheumatic fever which will prevent him from working.
GLC02744.245
25 May 1863
Williams, J.D., fl. 1861-1863
J.D Williams thanks him for the receipt of his and Major Crosby's report.
GLC02744.247
By Order of the Adjutant-General's Office
January 17, 1862
He orders Thomas Burpee to bring an alphabetized list of the members of his company.
GLC02744.256
Paymaster's certificate
1861-1877
To William Fitch: certifies that 10 dollars will be given to soldiers to organize the volunteer militia.
GLC02744.257
partial letter or diary entry
circa 1861-1864
He talks of a Jack that will distinguish himself through a Brooklyn company.
GLC02744.259
1 ribbon
Blue and black.
GLC02744.261
1 print
Features two shaking hands beneath the constitution. Includes qoute by Andrew Jackson
GLC02744.262
General Sigel
GLC02744.264
to Brother and Sister
16 December 1849
Harwood, Adeline fl. 1837
He writes that they are all well. He writes of a wedding she attended with Edwin in Springfield. Closes with a poem.
GLC02744.267
to unknown
January 3, 1854
Aldrich, A.S., fl. 1854
Letter of recommendation for Thomas F. Burpee. Describes him as an honest, upright and trustworthy man.
GLC02744.270
to Adaline Burpee
07 September 1857
He has spent a very lonely week without her. He wishes he had known her sooner. knows that she has left friends for him. sees the past as a series of mistakes and accidents up until he met her. sometimes feels as though he does not cherish her enough...
GLC02744.271
officially appoints Thomas F. Burpee legal guardian of three children
21 March 1853
Buce, Moses B., fl. 1853
Frances S. Watts, Emma C. Watts and Francis Alonso Watts
GLC02744.273
Gives Thomas permission to leave the hospital until 9pm
February 10, 1863
Duchachel, H.W., fl. 1863
From the Seminary Hospita;. The assistant surgeon grants permission.
GLC02744.277
A Book of Records
1837
Harwood, Ebenezer, fl. 1837
Includes marriages, births, and deaths.
GLC02744.278
"Squarepond"
5 December 1850
E.H., fl. 1850
A speech of some kind for an association, mentions desired chracter traits.
GLC02744.279
Tempest in a Pea Pod
Printed. Talked of a rich man that makes promises to a poor villiage.
GLC02744.280
to J.W. Thayer
8 December 1856
He writes of a band that cannot come to an agreement as to whether they want the more expensive instruments or the cheaper ones.
GLC02744.282
Lines Suggested by the Death of Cousin Angeline Harwood
Refers to Adaline's twin sister
GLC02744.286
15 May 1864
Draey, A. W., fl. 1864
He is glad he is in an area of relative safety. He reports a recent visit with Mrs. Burpee. He worries about his spiritual growth.
GLC02744.287
25 October 1863
Goodell, S.L., fl. 1863
He writes that her foot has improved. Talks about dealing with the loss of friends.
GLC02744.288
In Memoriam
July 1863
Note at top indicates it was most likely written for William Goodell, killed at Gettysburg.
GLC02744.289
to Sister
15 August 1889
Hammond, Augusta, fl. 1889
Offers condolences on the death of her daughter.
GLC02744.291
untitled
5 March 1929
C.W.B., fl. 1860
He mentions's father's condition and Lucien's eye problems. Could be part of a letter.
GLC02744.295
scratch paper with scribbles
By one of Burpee's sons
GLC02744.298
By one of Burpee's sons.
GLC02744.301
to Thomas F. Burpee (Father)
Burpee, Lucien, fl. 1860-1864
By his son, writing about the lack of snow and his school subjects.
GLC02744.302
to Charlie
He tells him to write another charge on the rebels and to be a good boy every day.
GLC02744.305
He writes that he received his letter and tells him to write again soon.
GLC02744.311
to Lucien
Burpee, Charles W., 1859-1945
Appreciates the letters he sends. He will answer them when he has time. tells him to be good.
GLC02744.315
to Charley
Glad they went to visit their aunts. He heard that the hotel they stayed in burned up a few days after they left.
GLC02744.317
Sends kisses
GLC02744.318
He tells him to be a good boy and fight the rebels hard.
GLC02744.323
He tells him to be a good boy and love his mother
GLC02744.324
to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee
In pencil, Children's 1863-4, is written at the top.
GLC02744.326
The Fourteenth at Gettysburg
5 July 1884
Stevens, Henry S., fl. 1884
Portion of the speech deliverred by Chaplain Henry S. Stevens at the unveiling of the monument of Connecticut's honored regiment at Gettysburg July 3rd, 1884.
GLC02744.327
Highly Important from Richmond From General Burnside's Army Operations of the Steamer Currituck Interesting from North Carolina
January 21, 1863
Four articles about the current war news including troop movements
GLC02744.329
The Rockville Leader-front page
1 January 1926
Features article on New Year's message, the "Canning" of Rock Mill Canal, announcements, advertisements and obituary.
GLC02744.332
1 envelope
With the words " Christmas Eve Picture" typed on it
GLC02744.335
to Mrs Thomas F. Burpee (excerpt of original)
2 January 1863
He sends a picture from Harper's Weekly of a soldier separated from his family. Requests pictures of the boys.
GLC02744.336
2 November 1863
Letter describing their home and daily life. He writes everyone is good and growing fat.
GLC02744.337
torn note
8 June 1863
About a leave of absence.
GLC02744.341
Settling dispute between two settlers in his Texas colony, acknowledges Mexico
1824/12/24
Austin, Stephen F., 1793-1836
Signed as judge of the colony. Document in English, binding John P. Coles, William Pettus, James F. Tong, George Teel and Samuel M. Williams to the orphan children of the late William Whitesides for the sum or $2,000 (Mexican). The document also...
GLC05478
Document empowering Stephen Twining & Peter Tomlinson to administer estate
1809/09/08
Goorich, Elizur, fl. 1799-1809
Printed document signed as Justice of the Peace for the estate of Russel Tomlinson. Clerk's docket on verso.
GLC05754.15
Blank printed bill of sale for slaves from Jefferson's estate, for T.J. Randolph
182[6]
Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826
Apparently an unused bill of sale for the disposal of Jefferson's slaves by Thomas Jefferson Randolph, Jefferson's grandson and executor of his will. "Know all men by these presents, that I, Thomas J. Randolph, Executor of Thomas Jefferson... have...
GLC06996
Medical bill to the estate of Manuel Eyre (c/s Samuel Griffits)
1805/10
Rush, Benjamin, 1746-1813
With separate consultation bill by Samuel P. Griffits ("Griffetts")
GLC06878
Authorization for Richard Rush to prosecute claim to the Smithsonian bequest
1836/07/08
Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845
GLC07787
[Last will and testament of Robert Kirby of Dartmouth, in the County of Bristol].
26 March 1755
Kirby, Robert, fl. 1755
Witnessed by Peter Allen and Nathanel Tallman (his mark). Attested by Dartmouth town clerk Sanford. Signed with his mark.
GLC02924.010
[Agreement to release Robert Curby from his obligation to her as executor of her father, the late Richard Curby].
10 October 1721
Kerby, Temperance, fl. 1721
Witnessed by Timothy Gifford (his mark) and Jerimiah Gifford (his mark). Also signed by the Township of Dartmouth Clerk Nathaniel [illegible]. The inheritance has been paid and Curby is released from his obligation.
GLC02924.030
Estate Inventory
circa 1821
Allen Goerge
Assets of Charles Allen (no edit)
GLC02924.065
Reciept of estate
18 September 1837
Allen, Thomas D., fl. 1817
Reciept of their fathers estate on his death
GLC02924.069
[Clerical copy of the last will and testament of Edward Perry].
29 December 1694
Bassett, William, fl. 1694
Copy made and certified as a true copy by Bassett, who signs as register.
GLC02924.006
Reciept
25 March 1815
Gifford, Ephraim, fl. 1815
Assets recieved on death of father
GLC02924.062
Allen, G., fl. 1821
Assets of Charles Allen (small edit where a word is added)
GLC02924.064
to Joseph Peirce
1790/10/09
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Hoping to sell the portion of the Waldo Patent that previously belonged to Thomas Flucker as soon as possible. Worries that the lands will soon be made worthless by the number of people who have settled there illegally without paying. For this...
GLC02437.09233
29 November 1862
He writes about Lucien. He tells her to let him outside as much as possible, otherwise if he is inside make sure he is in a warm room. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.102.01
On the Banks of the [Rappahannock] opposite Fredericksburg, Nov. 20, 1862
20 November 1862
Union and rebel soldiers have a spat across the river.
GLC02744.102.02
16 December 1862
He describes a day of tremendous and continuous artillery. They lost very few men and only one of his friends was wounded but not seriously. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.110.01
The Latest News. By Telegraph. From the Army of the Potomac. The Main Body of Our Army Across the Rappahannock.
12 December 1862
He describes artillery duel on the Potomac.
GLC02744.110.02
Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee
January 2, 1863
He thought at one time that the Rebel army was made up of poor soldiers but discovered that their soldiers were quite rich. He is waiting eagerly for new photos. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.121.01
[landscape sketch]
Features grassy hill with a few houses.
GLC02744.121.02
[camp sketch]
Shows the tents including surrounding area including a brook and a horse.
GLC02744.121.03
January 20, 1863
He has been sick. But the doctor has broken up his fever. He continues to get better. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.132.01
Note folded like a triangle. He says Lucien on one side. Inside there are three words, illegible.
GLC02744.132.02
1 piece of cloth
Capt A. Comstock witten in black
GLC02744.265
to Henry Knox
December 29, 1793
Peirce, Joseph, 1745-1828
Is making progress in preparing for the suit with the proprietors, but is having trouble tracking down all the heirs. Believes some of them have already sold out. Says Senator William Bradford of Rhode Island owns one share. Says "if you know him...
GLC02437.06009
[Account of payment made by Thomas Flucker to Samuel Dyer]
December 19, 1772
Dyer, Samuel, fl. 1772-1773
Includes account information from 16 October 1772. Signed on verso by Dyer 19 December 1772, certifying that Flucker paid part of his account, and signed again 20 April 1773 noting that the account is paid in full. Flucker paid Dyer "for work... at...
GLC02437.09477
Inheritence
February 10, 1797
Russell, Christopher, fl. 1713
GLC02924.057
25 March 1802
Gifford, Elijah, fl. 1785-1810
GLC02924.059
Probate of Will
26 July 1825
Baylies, Hodijah, fl. 1825
Partially printed
GLC02924.066
Guardianship
4 October 1825
Hannah Allen gaining guardienship over Abner Abigail Ruth and Charles Allen; partially printed
GLC02924.070
GLC02924.058
14 December 1816
Russell, William, fl. 1816
Assets gained in grandfathers will
GLC02924.063
Questions relative to the mills on Daufnies falls
circa 1585-1763
GLC03107.04796
to Gilbert Livingston re: sale of the family homestead and mansion
1799/04/04
Livingston, John H., fl. 1779-1800
Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.04363
to G[ilbert] Livingston re: desire to conclude family dispute
1800/08/20
J[ohn] writes that he is eager to conclude a dispute over their father's will, and also states that his wife has contracted cholera.
GLC03107.04365
Account of the estate of Robert Livingston, deceased
1789/11/10
McLean, Charles, fl. 1789
GLC03107.04380
Account of John Pruyn
1787/11/06
Estate of Robert Livingston
GLC03107.04383
to Walter Patterson re: information regarding their "legacy"
1811/08/01
Patterson, Daniel, fl. 1803-1818
Daniel asks his brother to retrieve whatever information he can about their "legacy," as an individual has offered to pay a substantial sum of money for this information. He also asks why so few of his letters have been answered. Docket and address...
GLC03107.04509
Last will and testament of John Forbes
1759/05/08
Forbes, John, fl. 1759
The document is marked as a copy of the original.
GLC03107.04750
Water and mills on the Manor
The manuscript discusses what Robert Livingston's will states concerning the use of mills and water on the Manor.
GLC03107.04794
to Gilbert Livingston re: dispute concerning their father's will
1799/03/27
GLC03107.04361
to Gilbert Livingston re: arrangements to sell the family mansion
1799/07/30
J[ohn] discusses plans to privately sell the family mansion, and also mentions that a contagious fever has emerged in New York.
GLC03107.04364
Bill in chancery against executors of Robert Livingston Jr.'s will
circa 1783-1815
Patterson, John, fl. 1777-1792
The document outlines Patterson's complaints against the executors of Robert Livingston, Jr.'s will.
GLC03107.04402
Last will and testament of Henry Livingston (1753-1823)
1823/03/21
Livingston, Henry, 1753-1823
With accompany cover letter from Charles E[ssutyn] to Johnston Livingston, 28 August 1840, Hudson. The letter states that Charles has sent this copy of Henry Livingston's (1753-1823) will per the request of Henry W. Livingston.
GLC03107.04154
List of the property of the late Richard Montgomery
Antill, Edward, 1742-1789
The document states that the items on the list are to be handed over to Robert Livingston (1746-1813). Marked as a copy.
GLC03107.04197
Authorization for John Wigram to distrain and appraise goods
1785/02/04
Livingston, Robert III, 1708-1790
Robert, Jr. authorizes John Wigram to enter the house of the late widow of Simon Shutts, to distrain and appraise the goods therein, and to sell them according to the amount of unpaid rent.
GLC03107.04214
1785/08/08
GLC03107.04216
Statement concerning a deceased father's papers
1768/03/09
The author of the document states that after his father's death, his brother, Cornelius Dunham, saved the deceased man's papers.
GLC03107.04763
Last will and testament of James Mills
1703/09/13
Mills, James, fl. 1681-1703
GLC03107.04938
Petition of Johan Clute to the Court of Common Pleas
Clute, Johan, fl. 16th-17th century
In his petition, Johan Clute stated that he paid all of his late uncle's debts.
GLC03107.04932
Grant of power of attorney to Rip van Dam
1703
Crosby, Joshua, fl. 1703-1706
Joshua Crosby and Charles Hill, the executors of the late James Mills's will, appoint Rip van Dam to be their attorney in concluding the matter.
GLC03107.04939
Sale of the late Philip Livingston's estate at public auction
1790/04/23
Thomas Jones, Alexander Hamilton, and Brockholst Livingston are listed with John H. Livingston as persons to contact about the auction.
GLC03107.05303
to Sylvanus Bourne
17 April 1790
Replies to Bourne's letter (GLC02437.04585) that he received earlier that morning. Says that he will assist Bourne with his pursuits (an appointment abroad in the public agency) and gives him advice on how to best handle the business. Recommends...
GLC02437.04587
to Elizabeth Checkley
10 June 1788
Relates that a sum is due to Checkley's family from the estate of Thomas Flucker, his late father-in-law. Hopes to be in Boston within one month's time so he can resolve the "embarrassments and entanglements" related to the estate.
GLC02437.03891
20 October 1788
Bowdoin, James, 1726-1790
Signed in text as "Mr. Bowdoin." Sends his compliments, and asks Knox who will pay the debt owed him by Thomas Flucker's estate (Flucker was Knox's late father-in-law).
GLC02437.04005
3 January 1789
Bourne, Sylvanus, 1761-1817
Has received his letter by General [Henry] Jackson regarding adjustments to Mr. Flucker's Estate. Assumes Jackson has told Knox that the creditors Jackson met with do not seem supportive of Knox's proposals. Rather than sign the proposal by himself...
GLC02437.04070
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