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[Mississippi cotton plantation diary and journal]

Signed in inner front cover in August 1850, where English notes that his father, James English, moved from Kingsport, Tennessee to Madison County, Alabama in 1818. Records that James took him, and left his sister in Salem, North Carolina, and his...

GLC05496

Important Intelligence! [announcing the surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown]

"A gentleman who arrived this morning, from Providence, has favoured us with the following Importance Intelligence! [....] This Moment an Express arrived... announcing the glorious Intelligence of the Surrender of Lord Cornwallis, and his Army..."...

GLC05504

to Irene Lambert

Ben-Gurion discusses his contribution to Jewish religion through helping Jews to live in Israel. He also states that the best way to preserve Jewishness in the Diaspora is through "Hebrew education" and "Building Israel." He concludes, "My advice to...

GLC05508.033

to Mrs. Fry

Writing as the Queen of Denmark, Caroline quotes Proverbs 19:17: "He that hath pity on the poor lendeth to the Lord, and that which he hath given will He pay him again."

GLC05508.061

to Mrs. C. L. McDaniel

She was glad to learn her article "The Power of Prayer," published in Reader's Digest, inspired McDaniel and the members of her church. The article is a condensation of her book "The Sure Victory." She mentions that Dr. Norman Vincent Peale...

GLC05508.067

to Ashley O'Rorke

The Earl of Shaftesbury Anthony Cooper writes to his godson, Ashley O'Rorke, to assure him that despite not talking for a while, he is thinking of him. He talks about the beach and ocean. Cooper asks him to pray for the end of the Turkey War, and...

GLC05508.074.03

to George Urban

On the stationary of Faber and Faber. Elliot claims he is too busy to make a broadcast on Radio Free Europe in Eastern Europe. He also rejects Urban's proposal that Elliot speak on religious persecution, because he has not known it himself.

GLC05508.096

to Dr. Susai

Gandhi comments on Dr. Susai's discontent with the Catholic Church. He suggests Susai revert to his original faith. (Month confirmed from post-marked envelope.)

GLC05508.108

to unknown

British Prime Minster Gladstone writes a letter about the Papal influences in England and Dr. Neuman's ecclestical movement.

GLC05508.110.01

to Rev. H.W. Tucker

British Prime Minster Gladstone comments on the Colonial Episcopate.

GLC05508.110.02

to John D. Buchanan

Written on stationery of Congregation B'Nai Jeshurdun, New York. Goldstein writes that the United Nations, "weak and faulty an instrument as it is," has been a major deterrent to a world war in the troubled times following World War Two. He...

GLC05508.111

to Capt. Murray

Gordon commiserates with Murray about the drudgery and loneliness of their prospective assignments. He writes that despite their trials, God assures their salvation. Murray's stokers and men are under Gordon's care.

GLC05508.112

to Earl G. Hunt

Graham discusses plans to convene an International Congress on World Evangelization in Europe in August or September of 1974. He asks Bishop Hunt for financial and personnel aid, and to join the world-wide convening committee. He makes reference to...

GLC05508.113.03

to Earl G. Hunt

Graham writes that he received an article from the Charlotte News in which Bishop Hunt discussed evangelism in Junaluska. He discusses another article about a speech in which the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church chided the World Council for...

GLC05508.113.04

to W.R. Cremer

Hall considers the Civil War the only justifiable war, apparently because it brought the abolition of slavery. War between England and the U.S. "would be Fratricidal & a hideous crime." He believes arbitration and a treaty can settle any conflict...

GLC05508.122

to John H. Houston

Houston writes that if the American Party (Know-Nothing Party) is to succeed they must admit Protestant naturalized citizens, but not Catholics because of their allegiance to foreign powers [i.e. the Pope]. He writes that they cannot jeopardize...

GLC05508.134

to Nancy

Keller takes a break from her " 'Teacher' biography" to write this letter. She discusses her enjoyment of a gathering at Nancy's home, changing attitudes towards the roles of women, and sends a copy of "Soviet Power."

GLC05508.153.02

to unknown

Kingsley disagrees with his correspondent's optimistic outlook on the world situation. He cites the increases in armaments and the re-extension of Papal power (after the first Vatican Council) in "our once Protestant and fruitful land" as reasons...

GLC05508.160

[I propose that God should be openly and audibly invoked at the United Nations...]

Lodge writes: "I propose that God should be openly and audibly invoked at the United Nations in accordance with any one of the religious faiths which are represented here. I do so in the conviction that we cannot make the United Nations into a...

GLC05508.170

to unknown

Morse encloses an extract about Roman Catholics from a New Orleans journal. The extract criticizes the Roman Catholic Church for issuing a document falsely purporting to be the voluntary sentiment of the laity and meant as a token of praise for a...

GLC05508.191

to Brother Leis

Niemoller writes to Leis that his travels in the US, where he has learned about Church life in America, are coming to an end. He thanks Leis for his prayers and fellowship: "We have been badly in need of this brotherly help and I am sure, we are now...

GLC05508.195.02

to George Vaughan

Pickford writes that she believes the real "depression" stems from the world-wide moral lapse brought on by World War I. She believes that "a greater spiritual consciousness is manifesting itself throughout the entire world" due to the influence of...

GLC05508.205

to Leonard V. Fulton

Rubottom responds to a letter from Fulton written during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Rubottom shares a concern about the world and the future. He notes that all three of his children are October babies and during the holidays the family spent a lot...

GLC05508.221

[American Liberty]

Smith states his belief in a parent's right to choose between public and religious schools for their children, the principle of non interference in the internal affairs of other nations, and common brotherhood of man under common fatherhood of God....

GLC05508.229

to George Sylvester Viereck

Wilhelm comments that he wrote a preface to a German edition (title not mentioned) to "correct erroneous views still prevalent about Empress Frederick." He also discuss debates about the "New Religion" and the "hopeless chaos in American spirits"...

GLC05508.263

Perry's Victory [Battle of Lake Erie, poem illustrated with woodcut]

Sold by J.G. Hunt "South Side City Wharf." Celebrating Oliver H. Perry's naval victory on Lake Erie, Sept. 10.

GLC05511

[Endorsement on a British citizen's request to leave the Confederacy]

Written on half-sheet of paper. Contains a request from Thomas Fitzpatrick to the Secretary of War. Fitzpatrick writes, "I am a native of Ireland and a subject of Great Britain. My trade is house-painting, and I am not only out of employment, and...

GLC05516

to John W. Thomas

Writes to his brother about the dwindling army of occupation, as the war had ended in February. Assures his brother that he will assist in relocating the family to Norfolk. Plans on being discharged soon but will apply for a furlough in October in...

GLC05520

to S.A. Hall

Describes his crossing at the Isthmus of Panama and reaching the Pacific in time for the steamer to Valparaiso. Reports difficulties crossing and dealing with the American consul, who Peyton feels is un-American, rude, and greedy. Writes about the...

GLC05527.03

to his parents

Eyewitness account of the boxer rebellion.

GLC05532

to Stephen Hopkins

Addressed to Governor Hopkins "& Compy of Rhode Island." Relays requests and information on a planned invasion of Canada during the French and Indian War. Describes the rationale for the invasion to carry "War into the heart of the enemy's...

GLC05562

To the Editors of the National Intelligencer

Defends himself against General James Winchester's attack on his character and conduct in the command of the North Western Army in the War of 1812 Ohio campaign. Concerns who was to blame for sending out a detachment of the army beyond the reach of...

GLC05565

"Commencement" address to Congress

Commencement Message of President Monroe to both houses of Congress. Begins with positive assessment of America's situation and a discussion of a trade agreement with Great Britain. Then gets into relations with Spain, the real thrust of the speech...

GLC05569

Resolution of Congress dealing with the British occupation of N.Y.

GLC05571

to John Dickinson re: announcing treaty and calling for ratification

Signed as President of Congress. Docketed on free frank.

GLC05578

to William Whipple

Bartlett, a former Continental Congressman, writes to Whipple, a member of Congress. Mentions John Langdon, a Continental Congressman who, in 1776, became a naval agent for Continental prizes. Refers to the disastrous Penobscot Expedition (in the...

GLC05579

to Charles Frost

Writing to Major Charles Frost in Kittery, Maine, at the beginning of King William's War (1689-1697), Provincial Governor of Massachusetts Thomas Danforth orders him to go to Boston and gather troops: "You shall in all places and by all ways & means...

GLC05580

[Report of a meeting to elect envoys from the Colony of Rhode Island to King Charles II].

Also signed by William Brenton, William Raulston, Benedict Arnold, and John Froster. William Dyer and John Green were asked to serve as envoys "in the name & behalfe of the whole Colony."

GLC05582

Ordering troops to Lunenburg and Halifax

Ordering Col. Thomas to take troops to relieve the garrison at Lunenburg (N.S.) and then for the relieved officer to go to Halifax.

GLC05588.02

to: Major General B. F. Butler, New Orleans.

The Secretary of State has informed him that the Count de Mijon, enjoyed his visit to the north. He claims the visit helped to develop friendly feelings between France and the U.S.

GLC05601.101

to: Henry W. Halleck.

He received a copy of Halleck's book, International Law and the Laws of War. "Nothing could have been more apropos for my own defense than this valuable book." [Possibly referring to the Trent Affair.]

GLC05601.104

to unknown

"Bull Run" Russell makes appointment to meet recipient at the Carlton Club. On stationary of the Marlborough Club, Pall Mall S.W.

GLC05603.01.24

to John Jay re: calling a conference preparatory to signing Treaty of Paris

An important letter written in the third person calling a meeting of the other ministers at his home the next day at 11. The points for discussion are passports for British and American vessels and preparations "for signature of the definitive...

GLC05610

to Maunsel White

Jackson writes from Hermitage, his estate. Thanks White for a recent present of "sugar, syrup & oranges," characterizing the oranges as "the finest I ever saw." Expresses relief that White's family escaped a dreadful disease that swept through New...

GLC05614

[Mimeographed victory message]

Mimeograph message to Combined and British Chiefs of Staff marked urgent, "The mission of the Allied forces was fulfilled at 0241, local time, May 7th, 1945." On stationary from SHAEF Forward Staff Message Control.

GLC05622.01

Mimeograph re: "The enemy is making his supreme effort to break out"

Mimeograph.

GLC05622.02

Mimeograph re: details of German surrender ceremony to Montgomery

Mimeograph.

GLC05622.03

Mimeograph re: "Victory order of the Day" with typed signature, [via T.J. Davis]

GLC05622.04

Congratulatory messages to Gen. Eisenhower 5/8/45, 5/10/45 with updated farewell [Decimalized .01- .03]

Three items either coming from the hand of Davis or given to him. 1). Reports congratulations from King George, 1 p.; 2). Reports congratulations from Truman, Sec. of War, Navy, Admirals King and Nimitz, Netherlands and Canada, 3 p.; 3). Updated...

GLC05622.05

to All concerned

Reports congratulations from King George.

GLC05622.05.01