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Sculpture designs: six standing female figures [Muses] in togas; graphite; tracing paper.

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Ward, John Quincy Adams, 1830-1910

"Ag[riculture]. . . Love . . . Law . . . Service . . . Art . . . War"

GLC06343.357
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Autograph letter signed

To: Richard Rush.

1814/01-02/23

Adams, John, 1735-1826

Written to the son of his close friend Dr. Benjamin Rush in January 1814 and finished February 23. An early portion of the letter is in a Sternian style (stream of consciousness) concerning dreams while ill. Adams concludes, slightly tongue-in...

GLC02518
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Autograph document signed

Account of Robert Livingston

1695/02/07

Poole, Edward, fl. 1695

Receipt for books purchased by Livingston, including "Machiavall," "Plutarch," "Tassitus," and "State of New England." Poole acknowledges receipt of payment.

GLC03107.00332
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Autograph letter signed

to James Dundas

20 July 1781

Dundas, David, Sir, Bart, 1749-1826

Discusses information about their brother George and letters he has been sending. Describes the fleets at Portsmouth and compares them to the locusts of Egypt. Asks James to obtain a "Seal Cutter two scales with our Arms Cut upon a good Cornelian...

GLC02549.16
Collection Item
Autograph letter signed

to James Duane

27 November 1776

Schuyler, Philip John, 1733-1804

Written by Major General Schuyler to Duane as a New York delegate to the Continental Congress. References Duane's letter that was delivered 26 November. Says he had to abandon the fortress on York Island because the enemy's strength was overwhelming...

GLC02544
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Autograph letter signed

to James Dundas

January 25, 1788

Dundas, David, Sir, Bart, 1749-1826

Mentions "pouring out Libations to Bacchus" and extends an open invitation to have a bottle of champagne with James whenever he decides to visit. Asks him to come to the capital and if he might be of "use to Mr Hastings on the approaching Trial?"...

GLC02549.34
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Autograph document signed

[Notice granting permission for Miller A. Wright to return to camp]

January 15, 1863

Lee, George Washington Custis, 1832-1913

Notice granting permission for Miller A. Wright of General Jackson's Division to return to the camp and leave by railroad. Lee signs as post commander. George Washington Custis Lee, a son of Robert E. Lee, graduated first in his class from West Point...

GLC02691.11.033
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Autograph letter signed

to Montgomery Livingston re: best wishes for a pleasant stay in Italy

1836/10/28

Livingston, Robert L., 1746-1813

Robert L. Livingston wishes his son Montgomery to enjoy his stay in Italy and to learn as much as he can of its Roman history. He also gives news of the family at Clermont.

GLC03107.04555
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Document

College bill sent to John S. Livingston for his son Johnston Livingston

1832/12/06

Union College (Cranford, N.J.)

The bill lists the charges for Johnston's education for the session commencing 28 September 1832 and ending 5 December 1832. Charges include tuition, room-rent, use of college library, servants' hire, printing, and also a fine for an unexcused...

GLC03107.04075
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Document

College bill sent to John S. Livingston for his son Johnston Livingston

1833/04/10

Union College (Cranford, N.J.)

The bill lists the charges for Johnston's education for the session commencing 4 January and ending 30 March 1833. Charges include tuition, room-rent, use of college library, servants' hire, printing, etc. The document also gives Johnston's scores...

GLC03107.04077

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