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to Sarah W. Hale

She begins by apologizing for not writing sooner, but says that shortly after she started a letter, she was called away to see her cousin Frank, who appeared to be on his deathbed. He became delirious and spoke about God and the Devil, but appears to...

GLC08934.038

to Sarah W. Hale

She is sending the letter along with one she has written to Horatio. She is planning to visit the North, and will be bringing as little as possible because the fashions might be different. She says that she is not dreading the "fatigues of the...

GLC08934.039

to Sarah W. Nichols

She apologizes for not writing, but says that she lacked the energy to do so over the hot summer months. She continues to talk about going North, and believes that her husband will send both her and their daughter Sarah next year. She responds to...

GLC08934.040

to Sarah W. Nichols

This letter is about his daughter Sarah, who became ill in late January. They discovered that she was vomiting and had a high fever, and by the time the doctor arrived, it was too late. He was not sure what to call the disease, though Thomas...

GLC08934.041

to Sarah W. Nichols

This letter is dated June 23, and there is a post-script dated July 7. They are both still suffering from Sarah's death, and Aurelia is saving locks of their daughter Sarah's hair and intends to give the largest lock to her sister Sarah. Aurelia's...

GLC08934.042

to Sarah W. Nichols

She and Thomas are still trying to save money for the trip up North, which she hopes he will join her on. In the meantime, he is often away in Mobile, where he has bought two building lots, while she oversees the plantation. Their son Thomas is...

GLC08934.043

to Sarah W. Nichols

They will not be going North this spring after all, because Thomas has to go to New Orleans to buy property and pursue business, and rather than go alone, Aurelia wants to accompany him. They also hope to visit his brother while they are traveling.

GLC08934.044

to Sarah W. Nichols

Letter regarding Thomas's travels and business, as well as news about some friends of Aurelia's. He also writes that he hopes to see Sarah again before he dies.

GLC08934.045

to Sarah W. Nichols

Aurelia is having trouble with her "domestic affairs," including two slaves running away. She also speaks about her husband's business and their brother James.

GLC08934.046

to Sarah W. Nichols

This letter inquires after Sarah's health and monetary situation, including her marriage and the state of the inheritance her siblings received after their mother's death. This was written by someone named Mary, but it is not clear whether it is...

GLC08934.047

to Sarah W. Nichols

This is apparently the first time Aurelia has written to Sarah in about eighteen months, though she thinks her husband has written more recently. She reports that she and her husband lost two more babies: John Joseph and Aurelia Ada, and that he was...

GLC08934.048

to unknown

He speaks extensively about his business and finances, including the support he has provided to his family, possibly in preparation for his death, because he describes himself as quite ill. He also asks the recipient to pass his good wishes onto...

GLC08934.049

to Mr. Walters and Mr. Souder
to Joseph Hale

This folio includes two letters. The first is addressed to Mr. Walters and Mr. Sounder from Joseph Hale and focuses on his health, which has been poor for years due to a cough that is especially bad in the winter. He seems sure that he will die soon...

GLC08934.050

to James W. Hale

This letter informs James W. Hale of the death of the author's father. It briefly describes the funeral and the circumstances of his death, which apparently occurred because of excessive water in his chest. The letter also asks James to tell "Daniel...

GLC08934.051

to James L. Belden
to John Joseph Wright

This folio contains two letters, neither of which are dated. Both appear to have been written for the purpose of expressing appreciation for friendship and saying goodbye, and may have been written near the end of Joseph Hale's life in or around 1837...

GLC08934.052

Two orders by George McClellan during the Mexican War [Decimalized .01-.02]

GLC08953

Order No 12

Orders to his company of engineers on board the "Clinton" stating that there is no smoking between decks, only officers are allowed in certain areas, roll calls will be at Reveille, Retreat, and Tattoo, inspections will be nightly, gives schedule for...

GLC08953.01

Orders no 25

Orders his men to "lead the march to the enemy capital," of Mexico City, during the Mexican War. Warns his men not to straggle as "The impotent & cowardly enemy propose to wage the war of the assassin - war to the knife." Promises that soon they...

GLC08953.02

General orders - No. 281.

Proceedings of a Court Martial for 29 soldiers accused & convicted "of desertion to the enemy" during the Mexican War. The men, all privates, all pleaded not guilty, all were sentenced "to be hanged by the neck until dead." Three, who deserted...

GLC08954

to Richard Henry Lee

Celebrates the American victory at Saratoga and discusses various operations concerning Virginia, including finances, legislation and military manouvers. Asks Lee's opinion regarding a potential foriegn loan. Written as Governor of Virginia....

GLC08973.01

A State of the Expedition from Canada, as Laid Before the House of Commons...

Title continues, "...by Lieutenant-General Burgoyne, and verified by evidence ; with a collection of authentic documents, and an addition of many circumstances which were prevented from appearing before the House by the prorogation of Parliament...

GLC08975.01

to Mrs. Spencer

A letter tipped into the book, "A State of the Expedition from Canada, as laid before the House of Commons," by John Burgoyne. See GLC08975.01 for a description of the book. The letter is written to the mother of a soldier from Burgoyne's surrendered...

GLC08975.02

to Silas Wright

Asking Governor Wright to approve his plan to raise and command a New York regiment in the Mexican War. Claims he can raise enough men for his own regiment, is experienced in command, and has already "asked the sanction of the Secretary of War and...

GLC08977

to P. Sanford

Reports that his regiment, the First Infantry, along with the twenty-second, have chased Sitting Bull into Canada. "We were out for 40 days with the 22nd along the little Missouri where we found a new camp of 60 lodges of Indians we followed them up...

GLC08982

to Philip Hone

Opposed to a counter-revolution in France, and mentions attacks on himself. "The papers will inform you of the toiles in which France has Been Unexpectedly thrown by a Counter Revolutionary intrigue, and of the neccessity we are under to oppose it."...

GLC08984

to Lewis Pintard

Relates news from New York, including the arrival of "a Packer" and news that "Charles Town was evacuated."

GLC08994.01

Journal or historical recollections of American events during the revolutionary war

Boudinot's recollections of the American Revolution, with a number of anecdotes on the subject, and one hundred thirty-nine illustrations. Published by Frederick Bourguin. Only twenty-five large copies of the book were made, this one numbered copy...

GLC08994.03

Humanity's last appeal to the abolitionists of the United States, against the increase of slave territory

Urges Northerners to vote for the Whig ticket, and oppose the Democrats, who favor the annexation of Texas. Argues that annexation is planned only to increase slavery and the power of the slave states. Texas is large and suitable for slavery and...

GLC08997

to Earl G. Hunt

Ridgway responding to Hunt's request for favorite quotations. The first quotation is Book of Joshua 1:5. The second quotation can be found on the base of the monument to the Scottish-American soldier dead of World War I. He describes the monument...

GLC05508.212

to Henry Knox [in French]

Sends his greetings to Knox and all of his friends in America, including Alexander Hamilton. Refers to America as "notre chere Columbia." Hopes sentiments haven't changed despite the turmoil in France. Transmits two pamphlets (not included).

GLC02437.06374

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he would like to visit him, but is unsure of when he will be able to. States that people "speak of your hospitality and attention in the warmest tones - indeed they represent you as living in the stile [sic] of an Eastern Nabob...

GLC02437.06486

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he is talking with a surveyor about getting a survey for land. Writes about a six year old mare he sent to a friend and mentions a treaty, most likely the Jay Treaty (signed in Nov. 1794). Also mentions British and Bermudian...

GLC02437.06459

to Henry Knox

Forwards a letter and informs Knox of various governmental events, including the signing of the resolutions by the democratic society of Philadelphia, as well as Jay's treaty and John Jay's negotiations with Great Britain. Noted as written at the War...

GLC02437.06468

A short account of the Field Pieces presented by Mr Anderson Professor of Natural Philosophy, to Mr La Fayette, and the first National Assembly of France; together with two Extracts referred to in the Memorial to General Washington dated August 20th 1793

Originally included as an insert for a memorial to George Washington (GLC02437.10273 & .10274) advertising Anderson's inventions to improve field artillery. Writes he separated the French artillery into three classes, heavy, light, and the Volantes,...

GLC02437.10275

to George Washington [incomplete]

Letterpress copy. Opinions of governmental heads related to Genet's use of privateers manned and equipped by American citizens to capture British prizes and bring them into U.S. ports. Discussing whether British prizes taken by French privateers...

GLC02437.10355

to Mrs. Flucker

Writes to thank her for her concern during his illness and to let her know he is now recovered. Expresses concern about unrest in Europe. Hopes that the U.S. will remain "undisturbed notwithstanding the concussions of Europe," but states that "when...

GLC02437.10264

[John Fairfield's declaration regarding a settlement near Witchcassett]

John Fairfield offers an affidavit regarding Witchcassett, "four miles from Sheepscott and thirty four miles from St. George River, in the County of York" (present-day Maine). Attests that he moved to Witchcassett in 1738, commenting that at the...

GLC02437.10408

His Majesty's 35th regiment of foot commanded by Major General Henry Campbell

Muster roll for Captain Archibald McAlester's company of light infantry, 35th Regiment of Foot (British) between 25 December 1775 and 24 June 1776. Verso contains certification that the men mentioned on this roll were effectives, fit for duty or...

GLC02437.10463

to William Knox

Knox writes to her brother-in-law: "we are now upon the eve of something decisive- the enemy have landed a number of men some say six thousand upon long island- we have a report to day- that- they have been ambushed and greatly weakened- but so far...

GLC02437.10005

to Henry Knox

Major Gibbs writes from Germantown, outside of Philadelphia, to General Henry Knox, Commander of West Point Describes in detail the march of his detachment from West Point to quell mutineers in Pennsylvania. On the way, they passed through...

GLC02437.10121

to Henry Knox

Asks Knox to assist in furthering his cause in application for a consul or secretary position dealing with commerce and foreign affairs. Believes that the greatness of the nation is "intimately connected with the extension of her Commerce with other...

GLC02437.10224

to James Wilkinson

Marked private. Thanks General Wilkinson for his letters and states that he is "persuaded that your good sense as well as inclination will lead you to unite cordially with general Wayne, and to promote a spirit of harmony throughout the several corps...

GLC02437.10267

to George Washington

Same as GLC02437.10273. Titles the document "The Memorial." Writes discussing inventions. States "[t]hat he has invented a Bronze Guns Metal, which has the advantage of Common Iron Guns, and of Common Brass Guns, without their imperfections. That...

GLC02437.10274

to Henry Lee

Discusses the action of March 18 [the Battle of Neerwinden] and French politics and military. Comments that "[u]pon viewing the affairs of France according to the present reforms the most whole cause ever embraced by men, seems to be verging fast to...

GLC02437.10266

to Lucy Knox

Written near Morristown, New Jersey. Laments his absence from Lucy. Writes "...had it not been for this cursed war I should have been one of the happi[est] of the human race as it is I am bound by every principle of honor and moral attachment to...

GLC02437.10453

to Lucy Knox

Written from camp 24 miles from Philadelphia. Sends this letter by Captain Randall, who had "the misfortune to be again made a prisoner after being slightly wounded in 7 or 8 places." Asks why she has not mentioned a gold watch he sent, worrying...

GLC02437.10455

Eastern repository. [Vol. IV, no. 21 (November 11, 1806)]

Contains the notice of Henry Knox's death and his eulogy. Describes Knox's burial and the military honors given. Along with discussing Knox's character, the eulogy addresses Knox's contribution to the Revolutionary War, his time as Secretary of War...

GLC02437.10608

[Statements related to Knox's inability to pay financial notes]

Knox had hoped to absorb unpaid notes with the sale of Waldo Patent land and finds himself in a financial predicament, noting that his wishes were not "realized owing principly [sic] to the circumstances of the European War..." Admits that he had to...

GLC02437.10333

[Thomas Henderson's declaration regarding a settlement in the Eastern part of Massachusetts Bay]

Henderson attests that he became a settler on the Eastern part of Massachusetts Bay in 1728. Took up a lot of land on St. George's, a colony of which Colonel [Samuel] Waldo was the proprietor, in 1735. Moved to Lincoln (present-day Maine) in 1736...

GLC02437.10409

to Charles Claude Guillaume Lambert

Detailed description of what the United States owes France, which amounts to about 40 million livres. Discusses the political situation in the United States regarding this debt, the actions of Congress regarding the debt, and dealings with US agents...

GLC02437.10227