28 November 1859

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas R. Booth

The house cannot be sold at this time. It would be better to rent it. The author gives news of family and friends including upcoming weddings.

GLC03347.63

20 May 1862

Marshall, R.M., fl. 1862

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas R. Booth

When they last talked he was stationed in Brazil . After three years he took passage with a vessel to Singapore and then went on to Bombay. He finally got a raise and a promotion. He briefly describes India.

GLC03347.64

11 August 1857

Fairfax, E.V., fl. 1857

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas R. Booth

He is referring to taking the estimate for something. He mentions the different sections associated with the project.

GLC03347.74

8 August 1867

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry (wife)

They are doing business with a couple of Israelites that have a contract to furnish sevral thousand tons of coal to the fleet. Lately he stays on board the ship and studies French. He has been to several ballet performances. He is thinkng to go to Madrid soon.

GLC08284.070

14 November 1867

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nait

He finally made it to Spain where he had a difficult times because he does not speak Spanish. He mentions his photo collection. They visit the Naval musuem which he describes as worth seeing. He also visits a church and the Museum of Artillery.

GLC08284.071

17 September 1867

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nait

He describes an eclipse. He is hesitating about going to Spain because the country is a bit unsettled. He met an old friend who will tutor him in French. He expects to speak it tolerably well within four months.

GLC08284.072

December 11, 1865

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to dear little wife

He discusses the places in Italy they may be able to visit. He describes the whales that played around the ship. They passed by Gibraltar. They have developed a taste for olives and their oil.

GLC08284.073

8 November 1865

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

They are getting along in Spain despite not knowing the language. The merchantmen there are a mix of nationalies. Written in Cadiz Harbor

GLC08284.074

23 November 1865

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He notes that it is more expensive there than in New York. They are having problems with the monasteries there. They want to shut them down and open up free schools. He describes some of the characters in the streets.Written in Cadiz Harbor

GLC08284.075

14 August 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He further describes the Queluz Palace including a chapel, many paintings and a fountain. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.076

9 August 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

The first letter describing the Royal Palace of Queluz. In particular, the Grand Salon is mentioned. More tapestries and paintings are described. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.077

27 July 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He talks about bull fighting in Portugal. He uses very flowery language to describe an entire fight. He makes special note of "the way the negroes fight the bull." Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.078

20 July 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He talks of grave matters like life insurance and of buying her a burial lot and coffin. The French battle ships are there now. He is reading up on Spanish history. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.079

6 July 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He describes his Fourth of July. They weren't allowed to fire a salute so the Portuguese flag ship had to do it for them, which he describes as humiliating. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.080

29 June 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He mentions the large number of Spanish refugees. He also describes a place called the Passeio Publico where he goes to hear live music. Apparently the king goes there and smokes his cigar. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.081

15 June 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He talks of money matters and warns her there is no telling when they might return. He mentions Dr. Shaw, a female surgeon Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.082

14 May 1866 - 12 June 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

They climbed a moutain to visit the Pena Castle. And then they saw the remains of a monastery. Afterwards they visit a villa called Montserrat owned by an Englishman. Next they went to the Royal Palace of Cintra. He provides lavish descriptions. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.083

3 October 1864

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He tries to figure out when would be the most ideal time for him to come home. She has been making baby blankets for others and he praises her as a benefactor.

GLC08284.084

2 April 1904

Whistler, Simon M., fl. 1904

Printed document

Title: Application for Copyright Registration

Copyright is claimed for The One Hundred and Thirtieth Regiment, Pennsylvania Vounteer Infantry periodical. Library of Congress official registration.

GLC08284.122

6 May 1903

Sulberg, Thorwald, fl. 1903

Autograph document

Title: Office of the Register of Copyrights

Whistler deposited a book in the office titled; Reminiscences of the United States-Hospital Service in the Civil War.

GLC08284.123

circa 1864

Allen, J.W., fl. 1863

Autograph document signed

Title: List of Volunteer Officers

GLC02198.29

1861-1877

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He mentions the influx of court martials lately. He also talks about the upcoming election and how the NY troops will support Lincoln absolutely. He mentions her Aunt Chara.

GLC08284.085

21 August 1864

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He gives advice on how to deal with their son who has most likely been spoiled by her parents. He refers to Lotty Peck.

GLC08284.086

6 December 1863

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

The ship was so crowded that they had to build an office and quarters for him. He hopes Grnat will be marching into Charleston soon.

GLC08284.087

12 December 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He attended a reception of Queen Isabella. He then tells the story of a Mrs. Mallard the wife of a Master Mallard of the ship. He wanted her to go home with him so he smuggled her into his room, but the officers eventually found out. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.088