26 June 1866

Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885

Typed document

Title: Treaty between the United States of America and the Western Bands of Shoshonee Indians

concluded October 1, 1863 proclaimed October 21, 1869

GLC04099.82

2 July 1863

Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885

Typed document

Title: Treaty between the United States of America and the Klamath and Moadac Tribes and Yahooskin Band of Snake Indians

concluded October 14, 1864 proclaimed February 17, 1870

GLC04099.83

June 2, 1893

Sate, I. G. W., fl. 1893

Typed letter signed

Title: to George May Powell

In response to his request, he sends George May Powell a Legislative Directory.

GLC00687.144

June 3, 1893

Christian Arbitration and Peace Society, fl. 1893

Typed letter

Title: to George May Powell

They protest the discrimination against Chinese people from and on American shores, citing statistics of imports and exports with Hong Kong. There are two copies.

GLC00687.145

June 18, 1899

Gilbert, Mary L., fl. 1899

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. George May Powell

She has invited her to participate in a conference of the "Newfield Y's." She hopes that Mrs. Powell's paper, originally intended to discuss the Peace question, will not interfere with another paper on peace.

GLC00687.147

October 19, 1899

Cameron, William A.B., fl. 1899

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George May Powell

He reports news of the Boer War and the intentions of the English, with reference to violent events. He seeks international assistance from various courts.

GLC00687.148

June 18, 1905

Sunderlin, Kate, fl. 1905

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George May Powell

She refers to the recent secession of Norway, and its impact on Russia, as well as a possible alliance between London and Germany. She is concerned about the Swedish government's recognition of Norway. She believes arbitration to be the only Christian and twentieth-century way of settling disputes, and hopes for a speedy process.

GLC00687.149

1861-1877

Arbitration Forum

Printed document

Title: [Arbitration Council flyer]

A brief report of the Committee of Arbitration averting strikes and lockouts is included, with reference to the Chicago Board of Trade, the Permanent International Peace Court, the Peace Memorials on International and Industrial Peace at the 1904 Methodist General Conference, the Presbyterian General Assembly, the Congregational Triennial, the Episcopal Triennial, and the International W.C.T.U., all with a role in stopping the South African War.

GLC00687.150

1861-1877

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Autograph letter signed

Title: Mr. Editor, England & the Boers

George May Powell writes in response to another letter to the editor about the Boer War. He refers to Livingston and the varying opinions of clergy on slavery, and the actions of British missionaries in South Africa. He encourages careful study of the history of the topic.

GLC00687.151

1861-1877

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Typed letter signed

Title: to U. S. Senate

Because the U.S. has improperly secured vast and valuable territory from Mexico without fair equivalence, this memorial requests that Congress establish a "Commission of Inquiry in Equity."

GLC00687.152

1861-1877

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Autograph letter signed

Title: to unknown

A card introducing George May Powell as "a friend of every good cause."

GLC00687.153

1861-1877

Petition

Title: [Petition]

The undersigned men express sympathy for Boer independence before the Senators and Representatives of the United States Congress.

GLC00687.154

1861-1877

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Autograph letter signed

Title: Memorial

The Farmers Club of the American Institute of New York requests Congress to consider an amendment of forestry laws. Specifically they seek provisions to save national domain forests from needless waste, to create new forests and literature on forests, making the subject of tree culture an educational branch of study, and requiring the planting of trees for the use of public lands.

GLC00687.155

1874

The Fire-Proof Building Company of New York, fl. 1874

Pamphlet

Title: The Fire-Proof Building Company of New York

The Fire-Proof Company of New York uses French hydraulic lime of Teil, one of the strongest cements known. Methods require the placement of incombustible material between partitions and open spaces. They list several New York locations which have been fireproofed. They discuss several different architectural possibilities in buildings as well as other structures, including sidewalks, piers, walls, and pavements. An appendix includes testimonies from authorized witnesses and newspaper articles supporting the fireproof concept. Illustrated plates indicate measurements and illustrations of…

GLC00687.156

January 12,1874

The Fire-Proof Building Company of New York, fl. 1874

Printed document

Title: Certificate of Tests

A certificate of tests reveals results of various burning experiments within Fireproof Buildings, with a list of accredited architects and other witnesses.

GLC00687.157

1 January 1875

L. F., & A., Beckwith, fl. 1875

Printed document

Title: Price List of Mettlach Tiles

This list describes the variety of tiles offered, sizes, shapes, colors, and prices.

GLC00687.158

Circa 1875

L. F., & A., Beckwith, fl. 1875

Printed document

Title: Mettlach Tiles

These fireproof tiles have long been used extensively in public buildings. Information is given for ordering and for laying, with potential design plans.

GLC00687.159

May 10, 1876

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Printed letter

Title: to Hon. N.C. Ely

He discusses the idea of fireproofing homes.

GLC00687.161

4 May 1886

Pugh, M. V., fl. 1886

Autograph letter signed

Title: to "Kind Brother"

re: Matt Davis/Jones Greer murder case; incidents of vandalism; family activites.

GLC03135.06.026

7 June 1886

Pugh, M. V., fl. 1886

Autograph letter signed

Title: to "Dear Brother"

Includes pencil note signed "W.J.P." [William J. Pugh]. re: news of farm and family; child of unknown parentage at Robert Duncan's.

GLC03135.06.027

10 July 1886

Pugh, W. J., fl. 1886

Autograph letter signed

Title: to F. P. Davis

re: news of crops and livestock.

GLC03135.06.028

16 August 1887

Sheets, S., fl. 1887

Autograph letter signed

Title: to F. P. Davis

re: crops; health of friends and family.

GLC03135.06.029

15 April 1862

Cranor, Franklin, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Delia Slocum

re: Cranor is separated from his regiment which is serving in Alabama. He is in a convalescent camp in Nashville, Tennessee where he has recently been recovering, but is still plagued with cramps. He makes one of his many references to the state of agriculture and the weather in the South.

GLC03791.001

12 June 1862

Cranor, Franklin, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Delia Slocum

re: Cranor has regrouped with his regiment in Mississippi. He mentions a minor battle at "pitsburg landing" and few small skirmishes, but mostly observes the extent of his travels. He makes mention of several changes in leadership: the resignation of several officers and the accidental drowning of a lieutenant colonel.

GLC03791.002

25 December 1862

Cranor, Franklin, fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Delia Slocum

re: Cranor discusses the restlessness and anxiety of soldiers under fire but not engaged in any battles. He points out that the soldiers are still performing their duties however, even if they are playing cards. He expresses hope that he won't have to drill now that his regiment is fighting more frequently.

GLC03791.003