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[Announcement of pro-slavery meeting in Kansas]
23 July 1836
GLC01450.600.57
[Deed conveying a church pew in the Plaistow Meeting House to William Sawyer]
15 May 1792
Whitaker, William, 1761-1814
William Whitaker certifies that he received a sum of money from William Sawyer for a pew in the Plaistow Meeting House, formerly belonging "to Isaac Snow Late Deceased the pew being the Back Side of the meeting House at the left hand of the pulpit,"...
GLC01626.02
to Catharine Macaulay
June 25, 1769
Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829
The local common people are simple and congenial to the spirit of liberty but are entrenched in the feudal system, making civil government weak and ineffective. He writes of Presbyterian tendencies to choose local pastors at the destruction of...
GLC01794.07
to Revd [John Collett] Ryland
August 1773
Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791
She states her opinion on the state of the country and the proper candidate for Parliament. She highlights the need for piety, virtue, sobriety, and modesty. The lack of values and courage have led to "the eve of a National Bankruptcy." The proper...
GLC01794.21
to Catherine Macaulay
November 9, 1789
Mallet, Philip, fl. 1763-1791
Mallet is sending a book to Macaulay, mentioning a sermon by Dr. Price on the anniversary of the American Revolution, and mentioning the French Revolution in a positive light.
GLC01794.42
to Capel Lofft
November 12, 1789
Mentions her letters on education.
GLC01794.43
to Mama
May 20, 1790
Gregorie, Catharine S.M., 1765-1821
One letter addressed to Catherine Macaulay Graham from Catherine S. Gregorie dated May 20, 1790. Refers to her trouble breastfeeding and preparing for her son's christening. Provides news of neighbors, friends, and family.
GLC01795.030
to his sister
June 1862
Painter, Heber, 1841-1900
Writes from camp near Portsmouth, Virginia that he received his sister's letter and was happy to hear from her. Also writes that he sent home a sum of thirty dollars in a package sent along with the Captain. Refers to General McClellan as the...
GLC02016.017
12 June 1862
Writes from camp near Portsmouth, Virginia. Reports that everyone is enjoying good health. Writes that the company has not officially heard from the new chief. States that there are many New York militia regiments who will probably be taking the...
GLC02016.018
to Rebecca Frick
2 November 1862
Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Reports that a letter was received by the captain stating that the men would soon be called in. Attended church and was delighted to find that the Right Reverend Bishop was in town. The...
GLC02016.024
to sister Kate
February 6, 1865
Writes that he is quartering with Captain Collins and is honored to do so. Is happy to hear that his sister has become a Christian. Mentions that the Southern Commissioners met with President Lincoln. He has been given command of the company while...
GLC02016.073
to sister Ella
30 August 1865
Writes that the young women of Staunton are pretty, but hate Yankees. Mentions that the major's sister was treated unkindly by Southern women at Church. Reports that he met Major General Curtis (the hero of Ft. Fisher) and was told that there was...
GLC02016.088
3 September 1865
Writes that he has not attended church since arriving in Staunton. He has been very busy working on monthly returns. There are still no signs of mustering out or getting leave of absence. Writes that the men indulge too much when they get paid.
GLC02016.089
Regulating the Indian Department
20 May 1834
United States. Congress (23d, 1st session : 1834). House.
House report submitted by Horace Everett, a representative from Vermont. Contains tables and documents related to United States treaty obligations, removal of Native Americans, and missionary work. Bound in back is a large folding map of the Indian...
GLC04132.01
Demonstrator Downed
9 April 1968
Associated Press
One telephoto entitled, "Demonstrator Downed" dated April 9, 1968 taken by Associated Press. Image is of two Episcopilean priest; Reverend Edward L. Warner (on the ground) and Reverend David Fly (on the right). They are being apprehended by police...
GLC09740.061
America Prays
8 August 1944
Fold-O-Globe
One photo essay entitled, "America Prays" dated August 8, 1944. Contains photographs of people praying on D-Day throughout the country. Page on reverse of essay contains photo essay featuring Hedy Lamarr.
GLC09619.009
Los Angeles Evening Herald Express [Vol. LXXV No. 17 (April 14, 1945)]
April 14, 1945
Los Angeles Herald Express
One issue of the Los Angeles Evening Herald Express dated April 14, 1945. Articles printed pertain to the Truman Administration transferring from the Roosevelt Administration; reports of the Japanese army's response to Roosevelt's death...
GLC09619.096
to Connie Wetmore
4 October 1977
Wetmore, Roderick, fl. 1963-1977
One letter addressed Connie Wetmore from Rod Wetmore dated October 4, 1977. Pertains to bunk inspections and attending church.
GLC09573.02.013
to Rod Wetmore
26 August 1977
Wetmore, Connie, fl. 1977-1978
One letter addressed to Rod Wetmore from Connie Wetmore dated August 26, 1977. Pertains to her feeling about God as a guide and wanting to be a good Christian. Mentions that she will be sending him diet books. Also states that she will be praying for...
GLC09573.02.078
Gettysburg Battle-field [color lithograph] [panorama of field]
1863
Bachelder, John B. (John Badger), 1825-1894
One print entitled Gettysburg Battle-field by John B. Bachelder dated 1863. "Isometrical" panoramic chromolithograph with some hand-coloring showing troops positions and movements over the three days, with (lithographed) endorsement of General Meade...
GLC10018
The fifteenth amendment celebrated May 19th 1870
1870
Beard, James Carter, 1837-1913
One print entitled The fifteenth amendment celebrated May 19th 1870, dated 1870. Copyright entered by Thomas Kelly. From an original by James Beard. Lithograph in color with much iconography relating to passage of the Reconstruction amendments and...
GLC10030
The Bishop of Hereford
1878
Lock & Whitfield (photographers), fl. 1850-1890
One photograph of James Atlay, the Bishop of Herford in 1878 taken by photographers Lock and Whitfield.
GLC08878.1721
The Bishop of Manchester
One photograph of James Fraser, Bishop of Manchester in 1878 taken by photographers Lock and Whitfield.
GLC08878.1732
Bishop of Llandaff
One photograph of Alfred Ollivant, Bishop of Llandaff dated 1878, taken by photographers Lock and Whitfield.
GLC08878.1739
The Archbishop of York
One photograph of William Thomson, archbishop of York dated 1878, taken by photographers Lock and Whitfield.
GLC08878.1744
The Rev. Canon Gregory
One photograph of Robert Gregory dated 1878, taken by photographers Lock and Whitfield.
GLC08878.1745
Bishop of Peterborough
One photograph of Reverend William Connor Magee dated 1878, taken by photographers Lock and Whitfield.
GLC08878.1747
The Bishop of Salisbury
One photograph of George Moberly, bishop of Salisbury dated 1878, taken by photographers Lock and Whitfield.
GLC08878.1752
Napoleon Inducing Pope Pius VII to Sign the Concordat
1859
Sartain, John, 1808-1897
One engraving entitled, "Napoleon Inducing Pope Pius VII to Sign the Concordat." Depicts Napoleon Bonaparte presenting the concordat to Pope Pius VII. Engraved by John Sartain after an original by Sir David Wilkie.
GLC08878.1824
The Morning of the 18th Brumaire
1851
One engraving entitled, "The Morning of the 18th Brumaire." Depicts Napoleon Bonaparte with Josephine Bonaparte and their court. Engraved by John Sartain after an original by Henry Frederic Schopin.
GLC08878.1825
The wife of Bunyan interceding for his release from prison
1848
One engraving entitled, "The wife of Bunyan interceding for his release from prison" dated 1848. Engraved by John Sartain from an original by Gabriel Duvall.
GLC08878.1844
Cardinal Wolsey and the Duke of Buckingham
1861
Perine, George Edward, 1837-1885
One engraving entitled, "Cardinal Wolsey and the Duke of Buckingham" dated 1861. Engraved by George E. Perine from an original by Sir John Gilbert.
GLC08878.1845
[Study of the Problem of Protecting Cultural and Religious Objects]
29 November 1945
One document concerning a "Study of the Problem of Protecting Cultural and Religious Objects" dated November 29, 1945.
GLC09930.18.01.02
[Forwarding Sheet for Study of the Problem of Protecting Cultural and Religious Objects]
4 December 1945
One document forwarding the "Study of the Problem of Protecting Cultural and Religious Objects" dated December 4, 1945.
GLC09930.18.01.03
[Occupation Instructions]
MacArthur, Douglas, 1880-1964
One document entitled Occupation Instructions dated November 29, 1945. Outlines instructions concerning the recovery of cultural and religious objects which are found in the area of occupation.
GLC09930.18.01.04
Forms of Delivery And Receipt For Cultural and Religious Property
circa December 1945
One document entitled Forms of Delivery And Receipt For Cultural and Religious Property. The form is blank waiting to be filled out.
GLC09930.18.02.03
The Charleston Daily News [Vol. XI, No. 1823 (October 28, 1871)]
October 28, 1871
Charleston Daily News
One issue of the Charleston Daily News dated October 28, 1781. Contains articles, advertisements for national and local news and businesses. Includes articles condemning the Ku Klux Klan.
GLC09995
[Supplemental documents related to President Richard Nixon's impeachment][Decimalized .03.01.01-.03.04.92]
1969-1974
A collection of official reports and testimonies concerning the impeachment proceedings of President Richard Nixon. Contains various amendments related to congressional hearings, supplentamal materials for subpoenas and other government related...
GLC09613.03
Collection of Robert E. Dyer, WWII Army Air Force letters [Decimalized .001-.459]
1943-1952
Dyer, Robert E., 1925-2018
One collection of letters both to and from Robert E. Dyer. Letters are primarily sent to John Elmer and Lula Dyer Robert's parents. Another main correspondent is Robert's girlfriend Joan Pietry, who sent him letters frequently. The letters date from...
GLC09996
to Brother Benson
Circa May 13, 1945
Belk, Horace, Mrs., fl. 1939-1945
One letter addressed to Eris Benson from Mrs. Horace Belk pertaining to receiving religious pamphlets.
GLC09954.001
Report from Syracuse
circa 1939-1945
Church of Christ (Syracuse, N.Y.)
One letter addressed to Eris Benson from Church of Christ. Reports on various people who have joined and efforts to proselytize.
GLC09954.002
to Bonner
circa September 17, 1940-1945
Benson, Anna Petty, 1884-1974
One letter addressed to Eris B. Benson from his mother, Anna Petty Benson related to updates from home. Signed as Mrs. J.M. Benson.
GLC09954.003
7 October 1943
One letter addressed to Eris B. Benson from his mother, Anna Petty Benson dated October 7, 1943. Related to receiving money, and provides updates of friends, their farm and the church.
GLC09954.005
The Divine Creed
Southern, Paul, fl. 1939-1945
One copy of "The Divine Creed" written by Paul Southern.
GLC09954.007
24 September 1943
One letter addressed to Eris B. Benson from his mother, Anna Petty Benson dated September 24, 1943. Related to updates of friends, their farm and the church.
GLC09954.008
15 September 1943
One letter addressed to Eris B. Benson from his mother, Anna Petty Benson dated September 15, 1943. Related to updates of friends, their farm and the church.
GLC09954.013
Benson, James Marion, 1874-1964
One letter addressed to Eris B. Benson from his father, James Marion Benson dated September 15, 1943. Related to updates of friends and the church.
GLC09954.014
to Mamma
29 September 1942
Benson, Eris B., 1922-1997
One letter addressed to Anna Petty Benson from Eris B. Benson dated September 29, 1942. Pertains to daily life while stationed in Atlanta.
GLC09954.016
26 October 1942
One letter addressed to Anna Petty Benson from Eris B. Benson dated October 26, 1942. Pertains to daily life while stationed in at Camp Shelby. Mentions taking a radio test.
GLC09954.018
28 October 1942
One letter addressed to Anna Petty Benson from Eris B. Benson dated October 28, 1942. Pertains to going on furlough and inquires about the farm.
GLC09954.019
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