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Appeal to the Christian women of the south

Published by the American Anti-Slavery Society. Among other arguments, Grimke denounces Biblical justifications of slavery. Loosely bound with string.

GLC08642

Common sense [with seven other pamphlets from the 1790s]

Paine, Thomas. COMMON SENSE, bound with seven other tracts by Paine. Altogether eight works (in nine parts, one title consisting of two separately issued parts.) A fine collection bound in a single volume, contemp. sheep rubbed, crudely but neatly...

GLC08643

Pennsylvania packet or the general advertiser. [Vol. 11, no. 970 (November 30, 1782)]

Prints a proclamation made by the President and Supreme Executive Council of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania concerning keeping Sunday as a holy day, the "Lord's Day." Reports on new regulations for the Quartermaster's department on p. 2 including...

GLC08691

to Jeremiah Wilbur

Taylor, a Northerner who had moved to South Carolina and became a slave owner, explains his views on slavery and his willingness to fight for it. "If these matters are going to be carried so far as to the separation of the Union and blood must be...

GLC08476

The Liberator. [Vol. XXXIV, no. 25 (June 17, 1864)]

Prints articles on the British and Foreign anti-slavery society and a letter of Gerritt Smith to Elizabeth Cady Stanton about 1864 presidential election. Brief article praises the equalization of pay for African American [colored] soldiers. Covers...

GLC08608

A nation's sorrow. A sermon preached on the Sabbath after the assassination of president Lincoln, in the Central Congregational Church, Providence, April 15, 1865

States that with the death of president Lincoln must come an oath from the people to put an end to slavery, with no compromises. Argues that justice, not vengeance must be taken against the traitors. Asserts that the country had been blinded by the...

GLC08542

The select works of William Penn.

Each inscribed on a front flyleaf by Elias Hicks: "Elias Hicks his Book / Price of the 5 Volumes L2 16 s. 9d. / ye 1st of 5th Mo. 1783." Third edition, volumes 1, 4 and 5. Printed in London by James Philips.

GLC08573

The Conspiracy Unveiled. The South Sacrificed; or, the Horrors of Secession

Written by Reverend Hunnicutt who was the editor of the "Fredericksburg [Virginia] Christian Banner." Published by J.B. Lippincott & Co. Introductory remark says "The author of this unpretending volume being a Southern man by birth and education, by...

GLC08581.08

The Draft! Full List of the Drafted in Bordentown Township

Lists men drafted into the army from Bordentown Township, New Jersey. Says "Three clergymen, Rev. J. Biggio, Rev. O.H. Hazard, and R. Julian, were among the lucky ones." List is divided into two sections. One section has no heading and the other's...

GLC08441.02

to Nathan Harding

Written at Camp Berry, possibly Washington, D.C. Written on Magnus "Dying soldier" stationery. A soldier's letter addressed to his parents. Written on color stationery showing a soldier being borne-up by an angel. Year inferred from date written in...

GLC08501

Ontario Republican times [Vol. 9, no. 339 (November 9, 1860)]

Cover includes articles covering a railroad robbery, a story about two young people falling in love aboard the steamer Ocean, and the papacy, among others. On page two, large headlines declare, "Lincoln and Hamlin Elected! THE COUNTY, STATE AND...

GLC08515

to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh

Written to Frank when he was 13 years old by his sister Loty who seems to be somewhere in the western part of the South. Frank is referred to as "Master" in the address. Frank is separated from his family (GLC00686.19 says he is at "the Academy") and...

GLC00686.02

to Mary B. Van Valkenburgh

Gerrit writes to his mother as a prisoner of war in Ohio. He says it has been a long time since he heard from her and that he has wanted to write to her earlier, but was travelling around so much he was unable to tell her where to reply until now. He...

GLC00686.13

to Mary B. Van Valkenburgh

Written by Gerrit to his mother Mary. Says he loves his relatives in the North and often thinks of them. Mentions that his brother, Frank, has already written about his release from the prison. Says the charges against him were false. Since he has...

GLC00686.24

Papers of George May Powell [decimalized]

The George May Powell collection contains personal and family correspondence. Also included are business papers relating to his Thirteenth Amendment anti-slavery photograph, his inventions, and his publications; a diary, letters, and essays...

GLC00687

The political economy of slavery

First edition of Ruffin's pro-slavery pamphlet, signed by Andrew Johnson. Johnson writes on the cover "Send this to my room with my mail." The pamphlet was published in 1857, Johnson most likely signed it in 1858. Untrimmed edges. Lacking wrappers...

GLC00774

[Preamble and resolution]

Printed petition signed by William Rawle as President of the Abolition Society and [Benjamin] Williams as secretary. Sent to Jacob H. De Witt, member of the House of Representatives from the 7th District of New York. Petition states that the society...

GLC00777

to Richard Price

Recipient from contents. Adams thanks Price for his book "Observations on the importance of the American Revolution." Has received 1st and 2nd editions. He states that to him the chief liberty is that of conscience.

GLC00782.01

to V. McBlair

Writing to his wife, discusses attempts to catch a slave trader, life at sea, family matters, and religion. Letter written on board the U.S.S. "Dale" at sea.

GLC00722.58

to V. McBlair

Writing to his wife, he discusses British pressure regarding American suppression of the slave trade, as well as his daily operations at sea, family affairs, and religion. He hopes to return to the United States by the first of December and believes...

GLC00722.60

to V. McBlair

Writing to his wife, he discusses the route for his voyage to the Canary Islands, his thoughts on religion and scripture, and the future of their children. Letter written on board the U.S.S. "Dale" at sea.

GLC00722.61

to V. McBlair

To his wife, discussing attendance at state dinners and a Liberian church service. He enjoys the state dinners, and does his best to create good will with other nations. He enjoys the church service, though much of it feels very foreign to him. He...

GLC00722.64

to Jacob Eaton

Seventh Connecticut Infantry Colonel Joseph R. Hawley (Hawley's Brigade) writes to Rev. Jacob Eaton, West Meriden, Connecticut, to tell him that, given the choice for chaplain between him and Rev. Mr. Holmes, and knowing nothing of either of them...

GLC02457.07

[Loring allows public funds to pay for Dr. Quintard's journey to Richmond]

Possibly served as a military pass. Loring, commander of the Army of the Northwest, writes: "Dr. Quintard is going to Richmond on business, he will be permitted to go & return at the public charge" (possibly refers to Dr. Charles Todd Quintard).

GLC02459.23

to George J. Gardner

Thanks him for his recent letter. Requests that in February he send the latest statistics on the manufacture of salt in Syracuse, "to be incorporated into our article on salt." Ripley was a minister, literary critic, journalist, and a leading...

GLC02453.30

to Charles Yates

Confirming that "Revd. Abram Platt has been duly appointed Chaplain of the 57th Regt. N.Y. Vols." Also signed by Edwin D. Morgan, with initials, in red pencil. Written on "Depot of Volunteers" stationary.

GLC02462.26

to Henry Knox

Responds to an earlier query from Knox regarding a preacher. Notes he does not know of any young preachers in Knox's area. Sends his respects to Mrs. [Lucy] and Miss [Lucy] Knox.

GLC02437.09909

to Joshua Leavitt

Birney, an abolitionist, writes to Leavitt, a reformer and minister in Boston. Has been asked to write columns for the Herald, a newspaper, and is allowed by the editor to freely express his opinions. Notes that Dr. Bailey (possibly Gamaliel Bailey...

GLC02448.02

[Manumission of a slave]

Appears to be a copy dated 2 January 1792, of a document written on 1 August 1791. Note at bottom signed by Thomas Edwards on 2 January 1792 says "An extract from the Deed recorded in the Northumberland District Court." Document says that Carter was...

GLC02448.04

to Marius Racine Robinson

May, a prominent abolitionist and reformer, writes to Robinson, Secretary of the Western Anti-Slavery Society. Robinson had invited May to speak, and May promises to come if he can find a suitable replacement to serve as pastor in his absence...

GLC02448.12

[to his parents, [brother-in-law], and sister]

Writes that the rainy weather prohibits soldiers from drilling. Mentions that he visited the Christian Commission and got three or four papers (newspapers or writing paper; the duties of the Commission's delegates required them to provide reading...

GLC07460.049

to his sister Martha

Remarks on a recent sermon he heard at the Post Chapel. He reports on the deaths of soldiers and soldiers' family members. Addressing his brother-in-law, he writes about a group of drafted men from Michigan that are presently at camp. Inquires...

GLC07460.067

to Eleanor Hammond

Is "tip top;" hopes she is too. Wants to know if she has received all of the money he has sent her. Is eating really well. Decided to turn in his gun to the quartermaster, so "all I will carry will be my knapsack." Expects to begin marching somewhere...

GLC09273.37

[Sketches of curled banners on small scrap of paper]

One undated scrap paper of drawings of curled banners.

GLC07713.02.02

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes about Lucien. He tells her to let him outside as much as possible, otherwise if he is inside make sure he is in a warm room. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.102.01

On the Banks of the [Rappahannock] opposite Fredericksburg, Nov. 20, 1862

Union and rebel soldiers have a spat across the river.

GLC02744.102.02

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He describes a day of tremendous and continuous artillery. They lost very few men and only one of his friends was wounded but not seriously. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.110.01

The Latest News. By Telegraph. From the Army of the Potomac. The Main Body of Our Army Across the Rappahannock.

He describes artillery duel on the Potomac.

GLC02744.110.02

Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He thought at one time that the Rebel army was made up of poor soldiers but discovered that their soldiers were quite rich. He is waiting eagerly for new photos. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.121.01

[landscape sketch]

Features grassy hill with a few houses.

GLC02744.121.02

[camp sketch]

Shows the tents including surrounding area including a brook and a horse.

GLC02744.121.03

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He has been sick. But the doctor has broken up his fever. He continues to get better. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.132.01

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

Note folded like a triangle. He says Lucien on one side. Inside there are three words, illegible.

GLC02744.132.02

1 piece of cloth

Capt A. Comstock witten in black

GLC02744.265

to his family

Responds to news from his family about their new living situation. Writes about the Chaplain's insistence that the officers set good examples. Mentions his pledge not to indulge in alcoholic beverages and of his new pledge to give up tobacco...

GLC03603.260

to Harriette Story Paige

Describes a service he attended the previous evening to his sister-in-law. Discusses the form used in the book of Habakkuk, stating that the "passages ... present ... a remarkable instance of the Hebrew form of Poetic composition." Quotes 3...

GLC01946.28

to Mr. Johnston

He tells him how he spent his Easter. Then goes on to talk about New Hampshire and gives some history of the town Londonderry.

GLC02167.59

to Joseph M. Maitland

Maitland writes to his brother from home. Thanks him for a recent letter. Reports he went to church twice on Sunday and heard two very good sermons. Quotes several verses from the Bible. Says mother finds it hard to write at night and will write him...

GLC03523.10.118

to C. Johnson

He will not accept Johnson's offer. He claims not to owe Johnson any money and pities him for being willing to spend $100 to collect $52.50 which he does not even have coming to him.

GLC05756.104

Charleston daily courier. [Vol. 61, no. 19,427 (March 27, 1863)]

Battle of Tallahatchie, National Fast - President Sanctified another Day of Fasting, Humiliation and Prayer, Yankee Iron-Clad Steam Ram "Chillicothe" Disabled, Another Advance on Fort Pemberton, High Price Paid for Negro Slaves at Auction, The...

GLC05959.37.14