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to Johnston Livingston re: trouble caused by the cold weather

Matilda writes that the severe cold of the winter has had ill-effects on everyone's health, and presently hinders her ability to write. She also describes a new attitude of disaffection for society life, and tells Johnston of a recent visit to the...

GLC03107.04085

to Johnston Livingston re: anxious for the arrival of Johnston and his mother

[Crawfurd] writes that he is extremely anxious for the arrival of Johnston and his mother, but notes that their house may not be ready on time. Part of p.3 is missing.

GLC03107.04138

to his cousin [Johnston Livingston] re: return from Savannah

Crawfurd writes that he has just returned from Savannah after a delightful voyage by sea, and notes that Johnston's sister Sarah treated him with the greatest hospitality while he stayed with her.

GLC03107.04145

to Johnston Livingston re: arrangements for a "Patriarch's ball"

GLC03107.04171

The Return of Co. C in 1865

On July 22, 1865 the remanant of Company C arrived home under Captain Stolzenbach. A great reception took place at the railroad station. Selfridge was there.

GLC03131.07.10

to Elizabeth Blair

Writes to his sister from the United States Ship Peacock. States that Captain William L. Hudson of the Peacock supported him in an affaire d'honour. Informs Elizabeth that women he met at a Ball in Valparaiso, Chile perceive Americans as "the...

GLC03209.27.03

to Elizabeth Blair Lee

Woodbury, wife of Montgomery Blair, invites Lee to visit Portsmouth and updates her on the affairs of mutual friends and acquaintances. Circa date is based on a reference Woodbury made regarding Lee's 1843 marriage.

GLC03209.27.05

to George Nichols

Asks Nichols to update him on his financial obligations as he has realized he will need more money than he thought to furnish his house in Virginia. States that Lillie and Bessie are enjoying the new location. Invites him to visit during the summer...

GLC03212.07

to James Searle

Apprises Searle, then a commissioner to France to negotiate a loan for the State of Pennsylvania, of his upcoming journey to America. Hopes to see Searle in Passy (in Paris) the following day, where Deane indicates he will dine and take leave of...

GLC03359

to J.W. Vance

Writes, "Your note of the 23rd of August inviting me to attend a reception and banquet to be given in Paris, Ill. on the 21st of Oct. by the members of my old 31st Ill. Vols. was duly received. I do not know a reception that it would be more...

GLC02782

to Tobias Lear re: excuses for not accepting an invitation from the President

Written as Governor of Pennsylvania. Attached to GLC 2794.041. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC02794.027

to: Tobias Lear

Invitation to "take a dish of Tea." Lear's address is identified as "33-Surry Street."

GLC02794.035

to Mary Mayberry

Written by Allen on the USS "Congress." Says his health and spirits are well. Reports there is no news other than "the Ball[.] I expect it will be a grand afair [sic] as the men at the head of it are the most respectable in the ship." Sends regards...

GLC02829.03

to Mary Mayberry

Written by Allen on the USS "Congress." References his sister's letter of 17 March. Says there is not much to write about. Says he is in good health and is comfortable. Reports that "the ships Company intend[s] giveing [sic] a grand Ball in Phila...

GLC02829.04

to Norton

Thanks Norton for the invitation to the Tavern Club dinner, and wonders whether they can plan to meet when he attends a committee meeting on a date in February to be determined. Adds, "I do not take a gloomy view of the present condition of things in...

GLC02870

to DeGrass Livingston re: invitation to a social party given by the Masonic Fraternity

The invitation is for a social party to be given on 21 July 1865.

GLC03107.04475

to Walter Patterson re: receipt of naval honors

Daniel describes a recent occaision on which a dinner was given to honor his naval service. Docket and address leaf on p.4.

GLC03107.04501

to John Swift re: family news

Robert writes that he has named his new son after John Swift, and also that his wife will accept an invitation to visit.

GLC03107.04554

to Mr. Livingston re: invitation to attend a sociable at the Griswald House

GLC03107.04793

to Robert Livingston re: resolution to pay respects

Hager apologizes that his business has kept him so busy and promises to pay his respects to Livingston as soon as possible. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01051

to Robert Livingston re: a present of books

Sarah writes to say that she has sent Robert a present of books, as she heard that he was looking for some new entertainment. She also invites Robert and Alida to correspond with her more frequently and keep her updated on the family's health.

GLC03107.01075

to Earl of Buchan

She thanks him for entertaining her. She saw his wife and sister while they were in London. She is sorry to hear about his health.

The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

GLC01794.06

to Mrs. E. R. McKinney

Alvah [McKinney] re: an injured thumb, crops; plans to visit for Christmas

GLC02179.01.039

[Collection of John B. Moore letters] [Decimalized .01- .30]

This collection of letters was written while John B. Moore taught school in Louisiana and Alabama. Eighteen letters are from John to his sister Mary Moore (2-3, 6-7, 9-11, 15-18, 20-22, 25-27, 29); three letters have notes to both Mary and brother...

GLC04191

to Warren Abrams

One letter addressed to Warren Abrams from Warren Schwartz dated May 8, 1941. Pertains to the weather, an interaction with Sgt. Aron as well as his opinion of him as a person, and attending a burlesque show,

GLC09662.010