22 June 1783

Harcourt, fl. 1763-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

He mentions the recent conclusion of her great histories as models for future historical work. He expresses his annoyance with Parliament and their useless debates.

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11 June 1788

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Saige

Draft She has read the political tracts and responds to them. She will attempt to make copies available in England. She comments on a museum's response to her work.

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02 July 1766

Cardross, fl. 1763-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

He comments on Mr. Pitt and the present schemes of administration. Pitt's opinion on the affairs of America differ from those ministers who appointed him, creating an "instance of duplicity." He comments on "the total neglect of Continental affairs."

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20 January 1775

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mr. & Mrs. Northcote

She has news from Boston that Bostonians have appointed their own governor. She expresses regret for the declining state of England. To Mrs. Nortcorte she describes her health and writes about her daughter.

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21 February 1778

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Snowden

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9 November, 1783

Watson, Richard, 1737-1816

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catherine Macaulay

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9 November 1789

Mallet, Philip, fl. 1763-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catherine Macaulay

sending a book, mentioning a sermon by Dr. Price on the anniversary of the American Revolution, mentioning the French Revolution (positively)

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12 November 1789

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Capel Lofft

Mentions her letters on education

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Circa 1789

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mr. Wilson

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9 November 1847

Humphreys, D.C., fl. 1845

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joseph Humphreys

He describes a trip from Cincinnati to Springfield and discusses corn and wheat crops.

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25 September 1848

Gibson, Sarah, fl. 1848

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Randall Gibson

A house slave has become less of a favorite and was sent down to the fields. She discusses plans to dig a ditch to provide drainage near the house.

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8 February 1850

Gibson, Gibson, fl. 1846-1850

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his brother Tobias Gibson

Gibson tries to prepare his brother for his wife's (Louisiana Gibson) death, as she is gravely ill. He also discuss failures on his plantations and the education of his children.

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6 November 1850

Gibson, Tobias, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his wife Louisiana B. Gibson

He writes that due to the heat and a recent dry spell, the river is not high enough to let boats pass therefore, Louisiana will not be able to join the family. The younger boys are learning the "sugar business". He has heard from Randall, who is at South Hampton, but not from Hart. He sends his love to Sarah and Loula.

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19 November 1850

Higgins, Ann L., fl. 1850

Autograph letter signed

Title: to her brother Tobias Gibson

Louisiana, Tobias' wife, is ill. Ann tried to get a minister to visit Louisiana, but she refused to see him. She also discusses a man whose fiancee made him switch churches.

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28 November 1850

Cartwright, Samuel, fl. 1850

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mr. Gibson

Mr. Gibson's daughter (in Lexington) is ill with either pneumonia or inflammation of the lungs. Dr. Cartwright prescribes cough drops and " bleeding, cold air, thin clothing, cold water & cooling things . . . ."

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1854 circa

Darby, John C., fl. 1850

Autograph letter signed

Title: [to Tobias Gibson]

The date is inferred from the election years in which the politicians mentioned ran for office. Discusses various political figures such as William Seward, Francis P. Blair (former Free Soiler), Lewis Kossuth, James Buchanan, Daniel Webster and Lewis Cass. Darby supports Buchanan, and opposes those who advocate abolition. He also discusses plans for railroads in Louisiana and suggest two separate lines for New Orleans. His observations on the changes occurring in the country assume a prophetic tone: "the Almighty Ruler of the Universe seems to be bringing about some great change in the…

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17 July 1851

Wallace, L.P., fl. 1851

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sarah L. Gibson

He is glad to hear that Sarah is feeling better. He suggests that she needs more recreation and exercise.

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22 March 1852

Gibson, Claude, fl. 1852-1858

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Tobias Gibson

He is preparing for examinations and does not have time to write very often. He tells of a dream which he believes means he should learn to play the flute.

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3 May 1852

McKinley, E., fl. 1852

Autograph letter signed

Title: [to Tobias Gibson]

He is ill and asks to borrow five dollars so he can visit the doctor.

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13 July 1852

Gibson, Tobias, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Preston Gibson

He urges Preston to do something with his life. Writes that uncle William is ill, his daughter Loula has worms, and Hart and Claude are on their way home. He concludes by commenting on the pageantry of Mr. Clay's funeral.

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January 15, 1853

Gibson, Tobias, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Randall Lee Gibson

Discusses plantation business. They are still digging ditches in an attempt to make the place healthier. He discusses the debates concerning the annexation of Cuba. Sarah will soon have to make a decision between J.H. (Joseph Humphreys) and T.G.R. (perhaps another suitor for Sarah). Her father will not interfere as he thinks both would make a good match.

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17 January 1853

Breckinridge, John C. (John Cabell), 1821-1875

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Breckinridge

He reports on the health of family members.

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29 March 1853

Todd, James, fl. 1853

Autograph letter signed

Title: [to Joseph Humphreys]

Writes that he has just arrived in Memphis. Discusses friends and news.

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11 October 1853

Gibson, Tobias, fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joseph A. Humphreys

He has decided to stay in Lexington for a while. Sarah (Gibson Humphreys) writes the second page of the letter and teases her husband about being away from home.

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November 1853

Humphreys, Sarah Gibson, fl. 1853

Autograph letter signed

Title: to her father Tobias Gibson

The date of the letter is taken from the docket. Writes that Loula is doing much better. Sarah discusses the visitors she entertained last week. Reports Mat Ward was arrested for murder. At first he was placed in a debtor's cell but a mob demanded that he be moved to a criminal cell and placed in chains. She does not think he will hang because his family is rich and influential.

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