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GLC01450.600. 015

[Request for 2 gallons of brandy]

GLC01450.600.039

to John McIntosh Kell

Francis L. Galt writes to congratulate Kell on his daughter's marriage and to request help in finding his own son a job in business. He mentions "the Charleston Reunion last spring" and a circular he has received from one of the men who attended, who...

GLC00684.20

[Items related to the Murphy family of Missouri] [Decimalized .01- .81]

Contains account books, numerous receipts, and letters related to the Murphy family of Missouri. David Murphy's signature appears on many of the receipts, and the collection includes his will and materials related to a local election.

GLC01450.600

to Quentin Roosevelt

Theodore Roosevelt writes to his son about a dog washed ashore and raised by the children of John Parker (his camp commander). Illustrated by Roosevelt. Encloses a picture on a possum (not included). Letter written on White House letterhead.

GLC01410.04

to William Claflin

Agassiz explains that the United States Coast Survey is attempting to "make us acquainted with the bottom of the Ocean, as thoroughly as we already are with the surface of the Earth." He requests a contribution of $20,000 from Massachusetts Governor...

GLC01417

to Tobias Lear re: thanks for protecting British interests, intro. new diplomat

Ball thanks Lear for "the attention you have shewn to [the] interests of the British Government in the absence of their late consuls Falcon and Cartwright." He introduces the new British Consul, "W. Blanckley." Ball also thanks Lear for a gift of a...

GLC02794.111

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that due to a string of difficulties he was not able to close the deal with the Brinleys until today. Notes he paid the Brinleys and now has the deed. Also mentions he is sending Knox a pair of does, a buck, some rabbits, and some oats...

GLC02437.06276

Journal of a cruise in the U.S.S. Isonomia, no. II

No. I and II cover the record of the blockade ship Isonomia from the beginning of its service off Wilmington SC in August 1864 to 25 December 1864 when Simpson released command of the vessel. Calf covers.

[24 November] "…a seaman by the name of...

GLC05911.06.02

Letterbook of U.S.S. Isonomia East Gulf squadron from Oct 12th 1864 to Dec. 24th 1864 and U.S.S. Mohican N. Pacific squadron from Augt 14th 1866 to June 1st 1867

Majority of letters written and signed by Simpson, though several are clerically written and signed. Attacks on Fort Sumter, engagements with blockade runners and attacks on various gun batteries. Includes two letters regarding deserters of the U.S...

GLC05911.07

"Hunting Party at ranch of Charlie Colbert at Old Fort Washataw"

Group of 15 men in front same building as in # 8. Some men are mounted on horses and holding guns, others seated by a tent. Notation on verso: "Hunting Party at ranch of Charlie Colbert at Old Fort Washataw 18 miles from Durant. Picture of...

GLC05475.09

"Hunting party at Charlie Colbert's Ranch at Old Fr. Washataw."

Group of 7 men standing and seated in front of same building as in #8 & 9. Guns and cooking utensils are present and a supply wagon is seen in the background. The group appears to be either cooking or dressing deer. Notation on verso: "Hunting...

GLC05475.10

to [Philip Livingston] re: unsuccessful fishing

Henry writes that the boys have been unsuccessful at fishing, and notes that he is getting ready to deliver 200 barrels of flour. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02502

A tour of duty in California; including a description of the gold region: and an account of the voyage around cape Horn...

Title continues "with notices of lower California, the Gulf and Pacific coasts, and the principal events attending the conquest of the Californias." California scenes include a quicksilver mine, California capital Monterey, the Sacramento River, and...

GLC04708

Seated view of trapper who gave elk-horn chair to Lincoln

The California hunter and trapper is seated holding his rifle across his lap. Imprint on recto "Entered according to Act of Congress by . . ." Graphite inscription on verso "Seth Kinman." Photographers imprint on verso: "Alex. Gardner. Photographer...

GLC05111.02.0131

Standing view of trapper who gave elk-horn chair to Lincoln

Leaning against his rifle. Imprint on recto "California Hunter and Trapper, who presented President Lincoln with the elk-horn Chair. Entered according to Act of Congress, by Seth Kinman, in the year 1865 in the Clerk's Office of the District Court...

GLC05111.02.0132

Elk-Horn Chair, presented by Seth Kinman

Imprint on recto "Presented to President Lincoln, Nov. 26, 1864 by Seth Kinman, the California Hunter and Trapper. Entered according to Act of Congress by Seth Kinman, in the year 1864, in the Clerk's Office of the District Court for the District...

GLC05111.02.0133

Curiosity Shop, At Army Relief Fair, Albany, NY

One photograph entitled, "Curiosity Shop, At Army Relief, Albany, NY," dated 1864. Published by Churchill & Dennison. Image is of an elaborate display of stuffed and mounted exotic animals. The display is draped in American flags and patriotic...

GLC05111.01.0061

to J. Stanley Brown

Thanks Brown sincerely for the "beautiful bear skin" he had given him. Promises to put it in his home as a constant reminder of Brown's consideration.

GLC03141

to Johnston Livingston re: hunting trip in Virginia

Howard describes a recent hunting trip in Virginia, and also states that he has an appointment to join the Navy.

GLC03107.04081

to Richard Harlan

Describes his journey from Philadelphia to Louisiana and states that he was able to see his wife. Mentions birds he has been studying, particularly swallows. Also states that a friend of his has discovered new birds, which he will tell Harlan about...

GLC04031.01

to John James Audubon

Addressed to John Backman in Charleston, South Carolina but noted that the letter is for Audubon. Thanks him for a recent letter containing interesting information which he has shared with others. Mentions that he received a letter from Mrs...

GLC04031.02

to James Kelly

Writes to his sister Mary's husband about the weather and the lack of activity. Anticipates traveling to Cuba with the possibility of American possession resulting from Manifest Destiny. Makes references to Billy Bowlegs harboring slaves. "You now...

GLC04193.02

United States Commission of fish and fisheries. Part IV. Report of the Commissioner for 1875-1876.

Includes sections: A. "An Inquiry into the decrease of the Food-Fishes" and B. "The Propagation of Food-Fishes in the waters of the United States." Printed by the Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. An extensive history of fisheries...

GLC04213

to Charles R. Flint re: thanking him for gift of fish and woodcock

Signed as President

GLC02793.055