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Election in Baltimore, November, 1862

Depicts Federal troops overseeing the election. They are intimidating the respectable citizens attempting to vote while encouraging those of less reputable character. Unruly Unionist members of the crowd, at least some of whom appear to be African...

GLC00493.09

to James Ronaldson

Mentions his failing health. The plaster bust of Jackson, by William Rush, was ordered by Ronaldson for a number of important Americans. The only surviving terra-cotta is at the Art Institute of Chicago; the only surviving plaster is at the...

GLC00496.041

Verse one of poem "Maryland, my Maryland"

On stationary printed "United States Senate, Washington, D.C." Date is also printed "189_" but exact year is not filled in.

GLC02453.03

Engraving of Jacob Thompson

Biographical note is adhered below the image. Photograph by J.E. M'Clees Washington D.C. Engraved by J.C. Buttre N.Y.

GLC02459.62

to Charles Bulfinch

Listing titles for Trumbull's four existing Revolutionary War paintings in the rotunda of the Capitol and four he proposed to create for the rotunda's empty recesses. The extant paintings depicted Independence Day, Saratoga, York Town, and Annapolis...

GLC02510

Columbia's noblest sons

Print of Columbia crowning an image of George Washington and an image of Abraham Lincoln with laurel leaves. To the left of Washington are images from his presidency and the American Revolution, and on the right of Lincoln are images from his...

GLC02597

Robert H. Stafford Collection [Decimalized .01- .98]

Stafford enlisted as a sergeant in the 12th Alabama infantry. Contains letters and newsclippings about the Peninsula Campaign, advance into Maryland, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Wilderness, Spotsylvania, and Early's raid on Washington, D.C....

GLC02618

Cavalry tactics. Third part. Evolutions of a regiment.

McClellan's personal copy of an army cavalry tactics manual, signed by McClellan on the titlepage as "Capt. 1st Cavalry." Pencilled note on rear pastedown by Millis Knickerbocker, a member of McClellan's Dragoons, states that he found the book near...

GLC02645

[Sketchbook with drawings and notes on the Gettysburg campaign] [word processed inventory available]

Signed by Bachelder on the first blank page, "Jno. B Bachelder, Print Publisher, no. 123 Washington St. Boston." Drawings, pencil and watercolor sketches, and notes on the Gettysburg campaign. Includes sketches of Hanover Junction, PA, 11 July...

GLC02670.01

to Miller A. Wright

Further problems getting troops there, because of the "difficulty between the Pres [Davis] & Genl [Brown]. It is to be hoped however, the country will not be permitted to suffer by a disagreement between these two distinguished gentlemen, both worthy...

GLC02691.11.013

to Mary Audenreid

Writes to the widow of his aide-de-camp during the Civil War, Joseph Crain Audenreid, listing their theater and opera engagements. "I supposed you have in mind ... that on Saturday next you & I are to hear [Adelina] Pattie in the matinee 2PM."...

GLC02692

[Medal of Andrew Johnson]

Front of medal features profile of Andrew Johnson and the words "Andrew Johnson, President of the United States 1865." The verso, designed by Anthony C. Pacquet, features Columbia shaking hands with an Indian Chief in front of a bust of George...

GLC02779.02

[Appointment of A.M. Kimball as alternate commissioner for treaty anniversary]

Certificate appointing A.M. Kimball to act as Alternate Commissioner of an "international exhibition of arts, manufactures, and products of the soil and mine," to be held in New York City in 1883. The exhibition would mark the "one hundredth...

GLC02783.01

to Tobias Lear

Pintard asks Lear for permission to publish a sketch in "New York" magazine: "I mentioned to you when at the President's that I should take it as a particular favor if you would allow a sketch to be taken of the drawing of the Bastile & the key."...

GLC02794.011

to My Dear Mary

They are near the white house where George Washington courted his wife. He talks of how the beautiful countryside has been ravaged by war.

GLC02830.41

to My Dear Colonel

They lost the last battle and he got three wounds. All were flesh wounds. He wished the war would end so he could get married. He is currently in the hospital. Written in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, D.C.

GLC02830.47

to My Dear Mary

He fills her in on the recent battle at Bull's Run and his three wounds. Letter includes 2 pictures. One shows a couple of biblical scenes: Water from the Rock and The Golden Calf and the other shows a boy and a girl in bed with with a dog and cat.

GLC02830.48

to My Dear Mary

Third page ripped. He is still recovering from his wounds but will be ready for battle soon. He blames her for their not being able to meet yet since she delayed his suggestion. Includes picture of young woman with flowers in her hair.

GLC02830.49

to My Dear Mary

Her leave of absence was too short to visit her. He mentions the recent death of his mother. When he was in Philadelphia, he ran into a relation of hers. Tomorrow he will rejoin his regiment.

GLC02830.50

Address of Senator Henry Cabot Lodge of Massachusetts in honor of Theodore Roosevelt, Ex-President of the United States before the Congress of the United States Sunday, February 9, 1919 [word processed inventory available]

Memorial address at the time of Theodore Roosevelt's death. Printed by the Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. Pasted within the book are 13 letters, one photograph of Henry Cabot Lodge, three manuscripts, and five prints of Roosevelt....

GLC02920

The Battle of Gettysburg

Headline reads "From the Original Picture painted for the State of Pennsylvania under award of Commission appointed by the Legislature." Caption reads "Entered according to act of Congress in the year 1872 by P. F. Rothermel in the office of the...

GLC02980.01

to Alexander M. Ross [Fragment]

Does not want her father made into a wax sculpture by men in Chicago who are staging an exhibition about John Brown's raid. Only the last two pages remain. Place and recipient inferred from content.

GLC03007.52

[Subscription from for Art Instruction, Inc.]

One blank form form the Art Instruction, Inc. Item is a subscription form.

GLC10079.02.01

Commercial Art: A modern profession

One pamphlet entitled, "Commercial Art: A modern profession." Printed by Art Instruction, Inc. Item includes sample sketches, photographs of the studio and students, promotion of their classes and how much money women can earn as artists.

GLC10079.02.02

[Items addressed to Donna Doniak from Art Instruction, Inc.]

Two promotional items addressed to Donna Doniak from Art Instruction, Inc.

GLC10079.02.03

[Items addressed to Donna Doniak from Art Instruction, Inc.]

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from J. Almars. Text is promoting art training for men and women interested in advertising and commercial art.

GLC10079.02.03.01

An Army of People

One pamphlet entitled, "An Army of People." Text is geared towards women entering the commercial and advertising field as artists.

GLC10079.02.03.02

Notice

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from J. Almars. Notifying her that her subscription would be expiring.

GLC10079.02.04

to Donna Doniak

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from J. Almars. Notifying her that she has enrolled successfully with Art Instruction, Inc.

GLC10079.02.05

to Donna Doniak

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from J. Almars pertaining to her illustrations being reviewed by the Registrar for potential as commercial art.

GLC10079.02.06

A Never Ending Report of Accomplishment

One typed document reporting on student testimonials who have enrolled in the Art Instruction, Inc.

GLC10079.02.07

Prize Winners of Junior Competition

One typed document entitled, "Prize Winners of Junior Competition, January 1947." Contains a list of winners for different competition titles.

GLC10079.02.08

[Items addressed to Donna Doniak from Art Instruction, Inc.]

Two items addressed to Donna Doniak from Art Instruction, Inc., related to the arts program which Doniak had been enrolled in.

GLC10079.02.09

to Donna Doniak

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from J. Almars pertaining to how much money commercial artists can potentially make.

GLC10079.02.09.01

Good Start for the New Year

One document entitled, "Good Start for the New Year," consisting of student testimonials who have been enrolled in the program.

GLC10079.02.09.02

[Items addressed to Donna Doniak from Art Instruction, Inc.]

Two items addressed to Donna Doniak from Art Instruction, Inc., related to the arts program which Doniak had been enrolled in.

GLC10079.02.10

to Donna Doniak

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from J. Almars. Text is written in the form of a large question mark.

GLC10079.02.10.01

Let Us Know What You're Doing!

One document entitled, "Let Us Know What You're Doing!," consisting of student testimonials who have been enrolled in the program.

GLC10079.02.10.02

[Items addressed to Donna Doniak from Art Instruction, Inc.]

Three items addressed to Donna Doniak from Art Instruction, Inc., related to the arts program which Doniak had been enrolled in.

GLC10079.02.11

Time Flies

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from J. Almars pertaining to her enrollment in Art Instruction, Inc.

GLC10079.02.11.01

Days Fly Past, Life Goes Without Them

One facsimile of a newspaper clipping entitled, "Days Fly Past, Life Goes Without Them," by Arthur Brisbane. Pertains to work productivity.

GLC10079.02.11.02

A Happy and Artistically Prosperous New Year To You All

One document entitled, "A Happy and Artistically Prosperous New Year To You All," consisting of student testimonials who have been enrolled in the program.

GLC10079.02.11.03

to Donna Doniak

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from J. Almars dated October 30, 1946.

GLC10079.02.12

to Donna Doniak

One postcard addressed to Donna Doniak from J. Almars dated November 4, 1946. Congratulates her on her entry for the Junior Competition.

GLC10079.02.13

to Donna Doniak

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from K. Sewall dated January 29, 1947. Provides her grade for the semester.

GLC10079.02.14

to Donna Doniak

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from K. Sewall dated February 14, 1947. Notes that enclosed are the winners of the recent Junior Art Competition.

GLC10079.02.15

to Donna Doniak

One postcard addressed to Donna Doniak from J. Almars dated March 28, 1947. Thanks her for being part of the Young People's Service.

GLC10079.02.16

to Donna Doniak

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from J. Halverson dated April 17, 1947. Provides her grade for the semester.

GLC10079.02.17

to Donna Doniak

One postcard addressed to Donna Doniak from Catherine Mize dated April 25, 1947. Thanks her for her friendship.

GLC10079.02.18

to Bart

One letter addressed to Bart from Robert W. Koch dated May 11, 1947. Makes note of his salary while he worked as a commercial artists during the war.

GLC10079.02.19

Lightning Strikes But O-N-C-E!

One letter addressed from J. Almars dated circa 1947.

GLC10079.02.20

Good News From Our Students

One document entitled, "Good News From Our Students," consisting of student testimonials who have been enrolled in the program.

GLC10079.02.21

to Donna

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from Glenn Larson dated August 1, 1947. Pertains to financial accounts.

GLC10079.02.22

to Donna

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from Glenn Larson dated August 15, 1947. Pertains to financial accounts.

GLC10079.02.23

to Donna

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from Glenn Larson dated September 4, 1947. Pertains to her missing payments on a course she enrolled in.

GLC10079.02.24

to Donna

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from Glenn Larson dated October 8, 1947. Pertains to her missing payments on a course she enrolled in.

GLC10079.02.26

[Items addressed to Donna Doniak]

Two items addressed to Donna Doniak from Art Instruction, Inc., dated October 28, 1946. Consists of typed documents related the program.

GLC10079.02.28

to Donna

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from Art Instruction, Inc., dated October 28, 1946. Pertains to making progress in their work.

GLC10079.02.28.01

This Way Towards Success

One document entitled, "This Way Towards Success," consisting of student testimonials who have been enrolled in the program.

GLC10079.02.28.02

[Items addressed to Donna Doniak]

Two items addressed to Donna Doniak from Art Instruction, Inc., dated October 21, 1947. Consists of typed documents related the program.

GLC10079.02.29

to Mrs. Nick Doniak

One letter addressed to Mrs. Nick Doniak, likely Donna's mother, from Art Instruction, Inc., dated October 21, 1947. Mentions that Donna has not received further lessons since she has not sent work.

GLC10079.02.29.01

In The Good Old Summer Time

One document entitled, "In The Good Old Summer Time," consisting of student testimonials who have been enrolled in the program.

GLC10079.02.29.02

to Donna

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from Glenn Larson dated November 21, 1947. Pertains to financial accounts.

GLC10079.02.30

[Items addressed to Donna Doniak]

Three items addressed to Donna Doniak from Art Instruction, Inc., dated 1947-1948. Consists of documents pertaining to her lessons, promotion and finances.

GLC10079.02.31

to Donna Doniak

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from V.M. Langseth dated November 21, 1947. Contains instructions for drawing assignments.

GLC10079.02.31.01

The Three Steps You Must Take to Succee

One letter addressed from J. Almars dated circa 1947. Contains text encouraging the recipient on how to succeed while being enrolled in Art Institution Inc.

GLC10079.02.31.02

to Donna

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from Glenn Larson dated July 22, 1948. Pertains to her missing payments on a course she enrolled in.

GLC10079.02.31.03

to Donna

Collection of items belonging to Donna Doniak related to the Baptist Church Revival and other matierals.

GLC10079.03

to R.P. Wunder

One letter addressed to R.P. Wunder from Karl H. Gruppe dated December 11, 1965. Inquires if the Smithsonian would be interested in acquiring additional items that originally belonged to John Q.A. Ward.

GLC06343.372

Index for Confederate War Etchings

A index listing all the etchings.

GLC00493.30

Lincoln Prize Awarded

One laserphoto taken by Associated Press dated February 9, 1991. Image is of Ken Burns with a bust of Abraham Lincoln from the Lincoln Prize. Awarded for his television series, "The Civil War."

GLC10072

[Donna Doniak collection, 1946-1950][Decimalized .01.01-.03.19]

Collection of 144 items dated 1946-1950 belonging to Donna Doniak.

GLC10079

[Collection of letters belonging to Donna Doniak, 1941-1948][Decimalized .01.01-.63]

Collection of 63 items dated 1941-1948. Consists of correspondence addressed to Donna Doniak from various military servicemen. Letters pertain to their daily life while stationed at military bases.

GLC10079.01

to Ira Joseph Patch

Declines a request from Patch to part with a letter from Francis Scott Key. Written to Patch at Salem, Massachusetts.

GLC03210.01

[Medal of George Washington Before Boston]

The inscription on recto, around a bust portrait of George Washington (based on Houdon) reads in Latin: "George Washington Supremo Duci exercituum adsertori libertatis. Comitia Americana." The verso shows Washington and his officers looking towards...

GLC03221

[Bronze medal commemorating George Washington's resignation from the Presidency at the end of his second term]

Depicts Washington in profile, with the title "George Washington President of the United States." The opposite side portrays an altar crossed by a sword and ax, with a verse stating "Commission resigned: Presidency relinquished."

GLC03222

to C[harles]. L[afayette]. MacArthur

Thanks him for a copy of the second series of the Breitmann Ballads since his copy keeps getting stolen. The "Hiram Irvines are largely on the increase just now, and I fear the party has not the right kind of men at the front to lead them off."...

GLC03224

"The Irrepressible Conflict" or the Republican Barge in Danger

Published by Currier & Ives at 152 Nassau Street, New York. Cartoon making reference to the so-called "Irrepressible Conflict" speech given by New York Senator William Seward at Rochester, New York on 25 October 1858. This speech ignited a firestorm...

GLC03489

to Abby Goold

Writes to his mother thanking her for letters, a photograph, and a box which contained dried fruit, corn, beans, cheese, and tongue. Tells her that when she writes to his brother Theodore she "must encourage him to presevere, also to learn to sing...

GLC03523.05.20

to Sister

Reports that the troops are preparing to leave their camp, mentioning that they may go to Washington D.C. to be mustered into the United States service. Describes the marching band that is playing and speculates that the band will go with them...

GLC03523.08.07

to Amanda Wilkinson

Written at Camp Richardson. States that he loves her very much and is glad she has regained much of her strength. Is extremely excited that she will soon be a mother. Notes that they have been out on a "tramp" after seeing the enemy. He states that...

GLC03523.13.024

to Henry F. McSherry

Written by Anna to her brother Henry who was an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy and appears to be in New York. Mentions a band that came from Frederick, Maryland to play on Thanksgiving. Says that their father went to Baltimore on Friday morning...

GLC03523.21.04

Camp scenes and sketches of the Andrew Light Infantry

Civil War sketchbook containing thirty-four watercolors and eight black and white pencil sketches. Includes watercolor of Antietam battlefield with skulls and cannon balls. Also depicted are Washington, D.C., Fort Lee, New York, Arlington, Virginia...

GLC03537

to Samuel Bayard

Boudinot, director of the United States Mint, transmits Bills of Exchange (not included) to London to pay Bayard for copper imported to the United States. Reports that President George Washington refused to submit papers regarding negotiations with...

GLC03627

[Advertisement for Ken Murray's Blackouts of 1943]

One document advertising for the showing of the play Blackouts of 1943, by Ken Murray at the El Capitan Theater.

GLC09996.419

Autograph manuscript map of Boston drawn and annotated by Trumbull

Drawn for Washington on paper watermarked Norwich [Conn.]. Said to be one of the maps which introduced Trumbull to Washington's favor. It shows Boston, Cambridge and the surrounding harbor, with fortifications. Reproduced as a print in Theodore...

GLC03795

to Dorothy Rooke

Writes to his sister, stating that he hopes an unspecified person (possibly Henry Rooke) has returned from America to England. Refers to battle between Generals William Howe and George Washington. Mentions confusing reports he has received...

GLC03881.03

Journal

The journal contains drawings, poems, excerpts from literary and philosophical works, as well as notes on scholarly subjects. Most likely from Johnston's studies at Union College, Schenectady, N.Y.

GLC03107.04079

Political observatory. [Vol. 1 no. 36 (July 21, 1804)]

Front page prints acts approved by President Thomas Jefferson, also endorsed by Speaker of the House of Representatives Nathaniel Macon and pro tempore President of the Senate Jesse Franklin. Includes an account of the 11 July 1804 duel between Aaron...

GLC03125

[Diary of William Clegg, I company, 2nd Infantry, Louisiana]

Diary of a Confederate Sergeant in Louisiana 2nd Infantry (somewhat inaccurate; see 10 June 1861 entry) which includes detailed entries on the movement of his regiment, and skirmishes with Union forces. Includes a rough sketch of the Battle of...

GLC03133.11

[Engraving of Stephen Arnold Douglas]

Published by R.R. Landon, Chicago, Illinois. Engraving of Stephen A. Douglas, a lawyer and Senator from Illinois.

GLC03142.02

A Song of praise to Moses Montefiore

In English and Hebrew. A song praising Montefiore for his work for the Jewish people. Also includes a quote from Proverbs. The song mentions Montefiore's travels to Morocco, which occurred in 1863, so the document could have been written any time...

GLC03148.02

[Engraving of portrait of Abraham Lincoln]

Artist's proof signed in lower right corner, "Wm. E. Marshall."

GLC03201

Engraving of Roger B. Taney

Modern printing of a bust portrait engraving of Taney.

GLC03210.02

The celebrated collection of Americana formed by the late Thomas Winthrop Streeter...

(title continues)... Morristown, New Jersey sold by order of the trustees. Volume seven of a seven volume collection, plus index. Includes: transportation and communications, economics, education, sports, western hemisphere and the Pacific...

GLC03261.07

His Majesty's ship Shannon... capturing the American... Frigate Chesapeake

Published G. Webster. War of 1812 print.

GLC03282

U.S. Frigate Constitution... capturing... Frigate Guerriere

Hand colored engraving

GLC03284

[Diary of soldier W. H. Dunham, with drawings]

Diary of W. H. Dunham, a soldier in Company D, 20th Ohio, during the Atlanta campaign. Entries cover period 1 April - 16 September 1864, and document Sherman's March to Atlanta and the Battles of Atlanta and Jonesborough. In the first part of the...

GLC03351

[Engraving of Jefferson Davis]

Engraving based on the original painting by Alonzo Chappel.

GLC03384.02

to Albert Bierstadt

General Sheridan forwards a book (not included) of Indian illustrations supposedly found in Black Kettle's tent after Custer's 1868 victory over him "on the Washita in the Indian Country." The book illustrated the "heroic deeds of Black Kettle & his...

GLC03386