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to Blanche Kelso Bruce

James Taggart wrote to Senator Bruce in thanks for helping him get a job in the treasury. Also mentions that he used Bruce's name during the examination.

GLC09400.014

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

A letter to Senator Bruce who was a member of the Education and Labor committee, from Dr. Tachmyrtis in regards to a positing on the Woodruff Scientific Expedition.

GLC09400.015

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

A letter of thanks to Senator Bruce for an appointment in Washington D.C.

GLC09400.024

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

A letter from James Ville that is asking the Senator Bruce if there is anything he can do to help Ville in gaining a position in Washington D.C., as a messenger, or any other capacity. Ville starts by introducing himself and outlining his education...

GLC09400.026

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

This letter has a few points at first Temple is asking for a job in the postal service as a train agent. Then he asks after a number of people in Washington DC. Specifically he mentions Professor Minon. He also mentions some redistricting that took...

GLC09400.027

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

A letter to Senator Bruce asking about Thompson's confirmation. Thompson got a letter from another Senator saying that he had been confirmed for a position, but upon asking a clerk in charge of the paperwork was told this was false. Thompson wanted...

GLC09400.035

to L.Q.G. Lamar

A letter from Thompson about his confirmation, he is writing to ask if Lamar knows anything about it. This letter is contained with another letter to Senator Blanche Kelso Bruce which is about the same topic, #GLC09400.035

GLC09400.036

To Blanche Kelso Bruce

Hall is requesting Senator Bruce's help in attaining a position in Washington D.C. He said that he is trusting Senator Bruce to help him secure a position that is good for him and his family. Hall also mentions other Senators, particularly Francis M...

GLC09400.037

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

Two letters between Senator Bruce, and Pease, related to Pease leaving Washington.

GLC09400.039

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

A note to Senator Bruce to meet with Pease in the Marble room. Related to GLC09400.039.2 A longer letter between the two men.

GLC09400.039.01

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

This letter from Pease is asking for a favor from Senator Bruce. Pease is leaving Washington D.C. and is asking Bruce for help in paying his remaining debts. This letter isrelated to GLC09400.039.1 a note asking Bruce to meet in the Marble Room.

GLC09400.039.02

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

A request to Senator Bruce from Hugh Stewart on behalf of the Soldiers Sons and Citizens Republican Club. It is a request for the senator to speak on a topic of his choice to the members. It also asks what the charge would be for a speech since the...

GLC09400.046

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

The docket notes that this is a personal letter. Parker seems to be either apologizing or accepting an apology from Senator Bruce for an unknown event. There is a small tear in the lower edge of the paper.

GLC09400.054

An Act H.R. 4318 4th Congress 3rd Session.

This act established the Mississippi River Improvement Commission. Which is for the correction, permanent location, and deepening of the channel and the improvement of navigation of the Mississippi River and the protection of its alluvial lands.

GLC09400.060

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

A short note from Pease about some papers he wants to show Senator Bruce. Pease tells him he will be in at 9 o'clock in the morning. This page was ripped in half on the lower portion of the page. There are no other pieces present.

GLC09400.072

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

The Chaplin of the U.S. Navy writes Senator Bruce to say he will be in Washington in August, and hopes to see him then. Kane also asks Senator Bruce to send him a copy of a bill introduced by Senator Hamlin that is relative to Naval Chaplin's. Kane...

GLC09400.075.01

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

Stant was writing Senator Bruce for help in appointing Merriam Howards daughter to a position so that he can move to Vicksburg.

GLC09400.078

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

A letter from Pease saying that he would be in Washington D.C. soon and that he had personal business to discus with the Senator.

GLC09400.082

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

Kennon is asking Senator Bruce to talk to the Secretary of the Interior to inquire when the position as Receiver for Jackson Mississippi is to be created as he would like the appointment, and would like to come to Washington a few weeks before.

GLC09400.084

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

Tarbell is writing Senator Bruce on behalf of a Miss Wright who he has taken an interest in helping. Miss Wright works for Mr Cormick and has been promised an appointment in the treasury department. Cormick however has only put her on the temporary...

GLC09400.085

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

Tarbell is asking for Senator Bruce's presence for a meeting over the fate of Miss Wright with Mr. Mahon 1st Auditor. Mahon has taken an interest in Miss Wright and Tarbell believes that Senator Bruce's opinion will help close the case for her. This...

GLC09400.086

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

This is a letter from First Auditor Mahon, to Senator Bruce requesting that he go and see the Assistant Secretary of the treasury Tawley immediately to clear up any additional problems. This letter is related to: GLC09400.085, GLC09400.086, GLC09400...

GLC09400.087

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

A note from Tarbell asking Senator Bruce to meet with him on a personal matter sometime that day if possible. This letter is related to: GLC09400.085, GLC09400.086, GLC09400.087, GLC09400.089, GLC09400.090, GLC09400.091.

GLC09400.088

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

A letter in response to Senator Bruce. Baker has been in the mountains for the summer but has plans to return to Washington on the 20th or 21st of November. He cannot wait to be back and in the committee. He hopes to see Senator Bruce soon. There is...

GLC09400.095

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

A note from Tarbell who is telling the Senator that the President wants his papers, and claims by the end of the week. Tarbell also notes that a lot of Candidates, and Senators are on his list. Tarbell also offers to pay the Senator's expenses.

GLC09400.096