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five letters to his family

There are five letters on one folded sheet. Includes two letters from Epperly to Mary Epperly, one letter from Epperly to Harvey D. Phleagar, one letter from Epperly to his "Mother" Catharine Phleagar, and a letter to his "Brothers." Mentions a...

GLC02715.027

to Mary Epperly

Reports that there was a battle at Wythville, but his regiment did not get there in time to participate. Notes that the Yankees destroyed a lot of property there. Says that the prospects for peace are not good and the soldiers are becoming "gloomy...

GLC02715.062

to Mary Epperly

Believes peace will be made this fall. Says that he had no news to write her but wanted to write to her.

GLC02715.064

to Mary Epperly

Writes that he does not think there will be any more fighting this winter, but he also sees no plans for peace. Says that he still believes the unit will be ordered back to Virginia.

GLC02715.076

to Mary Epperly

Writes from Florrans, Alabama (possibly referring to Florence, Alabama). Notes that they have spent two days putting up a pontoon bridge. Writes extensively about God's will, his hopes for peace, and his desire to see his family. Also mentions...

GLC02715.109

to C. M. Epperly

Writes that she thinks the Yankees have stopped the mail and that is why he has not received her letters. Notes that she believes the Federal Army will soon occupy Richmond and Lynchburg, Virginia. Comments that she does not believe the Yankees...

GLC02715.122

Some hints and observations concerning the civilization of the Indians or Aborigines of America

Packet of thoughts and observation concerning the Native Americans. Discusses European interactions with the Indians and advocates a more peaceable relationship with them than what has been the case and is presently. Date added in pencil in another...

GLC02437.08117

[Speech of a Chief of the Chipewas]

Discusses finding a way to live peaceably with the settlers. States that they are very poor and asks for clothing, guns, and liquor. Copy, written in the hand of Robert Pemberton, War Department Secretary.

GLC02437.08166

[Recommendations submitted to the Commissioners regarding the U.S. relations with the Six Nations]

An outline of conduct during the treaty with the Six Nations as recommended by the Commissioners. Promotes and establishes a peaceful relationship between the settlers and Indians. Date previously inferred in pencil.

GLC02437.08196

[Notes]

Estimates to pay and equip troops, and sums for the governor, as superintendent of Indian Affairs "to effect a peace before the start of the campaign."

GLC02437.08197

[Letters to John Hancock and Joseph Martin]

A set of copied letters to John Hancock and Joseph Martin regarding treaties with the Indians. The first is addressed to Charles Thomson and signed by both Hawkins and Andrew Pickens. The second is addressed to Hancock, dated 4 January 1786 and...

GLC02437.08213

to Henry Knox

Later copy of a letter to Henry Knox regarding possible peace settlement and the office of Secreatary of War. Asks Knox if he would be interested in becoming Secretary of War, and discusses the views of Congress opinion on a "Peace Settlement," with...

GLC02437.09326

to Henry Knox

Comments on "The splendid display of Fireworks last evening" and wishes Knox to pass along his compliments to those in charge. With an signed endorsement on the verso by Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide de camp, sending the letter to Brigadier Generals...

GLC02437.09368

to Henry Knox

Due to an announcement of the cessation of hostilities (between the United States and Great Britain) Washington instructs Knox to permit any citizens of New York or the United States to pass and repass his post (West Point) with vessels, boats, or...

GLC02437.09385

to Henry Knox

Writes, "The arrival of the Definitive Treaty and the evacuation of New York- have been so long delayed as to interfere very materially with our arrangements for the Celebration of Peace..." Has decided that the celebration will be deferred until...

GLC02437.09394

to Henry Knox

Expresses gratitude for Knox's praise of Washington in the context of Congress's resolution "That an equestrian statue of General Washington, be erected at the place where the residence of Congress shall be established," passed on 7 August 1783 (and...

GLC02437.09401

to Henry Knox

Mentions the return of General Benjamin Lincoln. Hopes the transition to a peacetime military establishment will commence without further delay. Does not think Congress intends to abolish the Office of Secretary at War (which Lincoln held from 1781...

GLC02437.09402

to Emma C. Small

This is the first letter in response to the last letter written by Emma on March 31. He thanks her for the carte-de-visite and describes his collection. He discusses President Lincoln's plea for peace. He refers to the impending last days.

GLC00687.010

The Blessings of Peace: A Sermon , Preached in Christ's Church, New-York, On The Fourth Of July, 1794 At the Joint Request of The Tammany Society or, Columbian Order, and the Society of Mechanics

One pamphlet written by Joseph Pilmore entitled The Blessings of Peace: A Sermon, Preached in Christ's Church, New-York, On The Fourth Of July, 1794 At the Joint Request of The Tammany Society or, Columbian Order, and the Society of Mechanics, dated...

GLC10153

to Henry Knox

Marked "Duplicate" at the top by George Washington. Mentions the return of General Benjamin Lincoln. Hopes the transition to a peacetime military establishment will commence without further delay. Does not think Congress intends to abolish the...

GLC02437.09403

to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for several letters, which put his mind at ease regarding General Benjamin Lincoln's military operations (Lincoln led the Massachusetts state militia in Shays' Rebellion) and the dignity of Government. Congratulates Knox on the recent...

GLC02437.09411

Robert H. Stafford Collection [Decimalized .01- .98]

Stafford enlisted as a sergeant in the 12th Alabama infantry. Contains letters and newsclippings about the Peninsula Campaign, advance into Maryland, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Wilderness, Spotsylvania, and Early's raid on Washington, D.C....

GLC02618

Augustus R. & Miller Wright archive: Confederate turncoat [partially decimalized .01-.12]

This collection comprises personal and military correspondence relating to U.S., and later Confederate, congressman Augustus Wright and his son Miller, both Southerners with Unionist sympathies. Topics include battles (including First Manassas)...

GLC02691

to Orville Poland re: placing peace & freedom above personal concerns

GLC02793.105

Copy of treaty of peace and amity between the United States and Tripoli

In a clerk's hand with copy signatures of Tobias Lear and the various Tripolitan leaders involved in the treaty.

GLC02794.070