12 May 1860

Andrews, J. D., fl. 1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Francis P. Blair

Writes about various political matters. Discusses the nominations for the election of 1860. States that the "extreme men" of the Republican party will push the nomination of William Seward but says, "If we take Seward, we have the sectional strife, negro equality, and defeat." Writes "The South is coming together - [Stephen] Douglas will not be nominated but may even stump, if his friends have their own way." Francis P. Blair was a journalist and politician. As editor of various newspapers, he exerted influence over Jackson, Polk, and Van Buren. He later campaigned for and advised Lincoln…

GLC03209.03

February 13, 1833

Austin, Arthur W.,1807-1884

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Francis P. Blair

Worries that a Mr. Case who "cannot be trusted" and is a pawn of Nat Greene's will soon become the Post Master in Lowell, Massachusetts. Asks Blair to use any influence he has to try to instead get Mr. Weston appointed to this "important" position. Note on verso of address leaf saying that Weston will call on Blair soon.

GLC03209.04

8 July 1860

Corwin, Thomas, 1794-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Francis P. Blair

Writes that he hopes to be able to get to St. Louis before the presidential election in order to campaign. Briefly discusses an early candidate for nomination, Edward Bates from Missouri, and states that he does not believe that Bates's supporters will vote for Barrett, who now supports Breckinridge, the Southern Democratic candidate. Corwin served as governor of Ohio, U.S. congressman and senator, U.S. Secretary of the Treasury (1850-1853), and U.S. minister to Mexico (1861-1864).

GLC03209.08

09 September 1836

Kinnard, George L., 1803-1836

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Francis P. Blair

Worries that Colonel Ogden will not extend the Cumberland road any farther that he already has, unless forced to do so. Feels that the current situation, with both the road and government in general, is "adverse to the public interest." Bemoans the fact that the opponents of Jackson and the Democrats control almost all aspects of the local Illinois government, and says that the only way to win these back will be with the help of the President. Written two months before Kinnard was killed in an explosion aboard the steamboat Flora on the Ohio River.

GLC03209.12

12 November 1833

Moore, Thomas Patrick, 1797-1853

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Francis P. Blair

In a fight for his congressional seat, says of his opponents, "If there is this side of Hell such a gang of low gamblers, depraved sots, and dirty fools as Lancaster furnishes, I have not seen that place." Asks Blair for help against Letcher, who wishes to take his seat.

GLC03209.14

05 April 1835

Pearce, Dutee J., 1789-1849

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Francis P. Blair

Discussion of Rhode Island politics, and correction on Rhode Island's election day.

GLC03209.17

29 December 1832

Rush, Richard, 1780-1859

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Francis P. Blair

Informs Blair that he has praised both him and his newspaper in a letter to Congressman Hiester of Pennsylvania, and has endorsed Blair for role of printer for congress. Has also enclosed a few paragraphs on nullification for Blair to publish, which are not in the letter. Blair would lose the vote to be public printer (see GLC03209.19).

GLC03209.18

20 June 1832

Shannon, James, fl. 1832

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Francis P. Blair re: wants appointment as Indian agent, with B.B. Johnson FF

GLC03209.20

circa September 1875

Spinner, Francis Elias, 1802-1890

Header Record

Title: Collection of four letters of Francis Spinner concerning his reluctance to accept the Republican nomination for NY State Comptroller [Decimalized .01-.04]

GLC03225

10 April 1865

Davis, Jefferson, 1808-1889

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joseph E. Johnston

Writes in a telegram, "A scout reports that Genl. Lee surrendered the remnant of his Army near to Appomatox [sic] C.H. yesterday. No official intelligence of the event, but there is little room for doubt, as to the result." Davis orders General Henry H. Walker to join Johnston at Greensboro, North Carolina, asks for news and notes that they will need "to confer as to future action." Labeled "Cypher."

GLC03233

22 June 1766

Gage, Thomas, 1718-1787

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Johnson

General Gage about securing evidence against a spy at Johnson Hall and George Croghan's report from Fort Pitt about murders of Indians and white encroachment on their land. In regard to the latter, he contends that the white settlers at Redstone Creek, Pennsylvania, must be driven away. Indicates that they had originally been driven-off by the garrison at Fort Pitt, but later became too numerous. He adds, "If a skirmish happens and Blood is shed, you know what a Clamor there will be against the Military acting without civil Magistrates."

GLC03238

13 November 1777

Gerry, Elbridge, 1744-1814

Autograph letter signed

Title: to James Warren

Written by Gerry as delegate from Massachusetts to the Continental Congress to Warren as a member of the Continental Navy Board. References Warren's letter of 23 October 1777, in which he found news of General John Burgoyne's surrender at Saratoga earlier that month. In that letter Warren expressed misgivings about the terms of surrender that General Horatio Gates gave to Burgoyne, known as the Articles of Convention. Gerry says he had the same misgivings, but says Gates was justified in giving generous terms because Sir Henry Clinton was making moves to reinforce Burgoyne. Says that they…

GLC03239

16 June 1812

Gerry, Elbridge, 1744-1814

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Charles Cutts

Near the beginning of the outbreak of the War of 1812, Gerry describes and criticizes Federalist politics as an attempt "to place in the executive departments of the Nation & States, men devoted to the interest & Government of Great Britain." Written the day after he was notified of his nomination for Vice President. Cutts was a New Hampshire senator.

GLC03240

1857-1858 ca.

Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865

Autograph manuscript

Title: Speech fragment on slavery and American government

Probably part of a speech, beginning in the middle of a word. Lincoln emphasizes how America's affirmation of natural rights has made the nation into a wiser, stronger, happier and more progressive country.

GLC03251

21 May 1782

Livingston, Robert L., 1746-1813

Letter signed

Title: to Richard Harrison

Livingston, writing as Secretary of Foreign Affairs, discusses the capture and parole of Henry Brockholst Livingston and the general lack of faith of the populace in Britain's professed good will, as communicated by Sir Guy Carleton.

GLC03253

17 June 1781

Morris, Gouverneur, 1752-1816

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John Jay

Writes to Jay, then Minister to Spain, about Jays appointment as one of five commissioners to negotiate peace during the American Revolution (which eventually resulted in the Treaty of Paris). Gives advice on how to deal with Spain, asking him to reiterate their commitment to winning the war and to "Hint a private Treaty to comprehend the Cession of the Floridas and even of Jamaica as an Ultimatum of Peace." Praises the appointment of Thomas McKean as President of Congress. The letter was continued on 10 July and 17 July 1781. Signed twice.

GLC03257

18 November 1835

Stanley, Edward H., fl. 1765-1775

Document signed

Title: Appointment of Daniel D. Wynant as Captain in Republic of Texas Regiment

Signed on behalf of the Executive Committee.

GLC03263

7 December 1886

Viele, Egbert L., 1825-1902

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Benjamin P. Poore

States that his residence in Washington for this session of Congress is 1828 Jefferson Place.

GLC03476.15

27 March 1852

Shields, James, 1806-1879

Autograph letter signed

Title: to James E. Heath

Enclosing a letter for Heath, the Commissioner of Pensions. Docketed in pencil, added later.

GLC03477.05

1860

Currier & Ives

Print

Title: "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 of criticism and probably cost Seward the presidency. The cartoon reflects the considerable bitterness among New York Republicans at the party's surprising failure to nominate Seward for president at its May 1860 national convention. The print was probably issued soon after the convention's nomination of Abraham Lincoln. The "Republican Barge…

GLC03489

26 March 1807

Madison, James, 1751-1836

Letter signed

Title: to James Monroe

Secretary of State Madison informs, Monroe, then the American minister to Great Britain, that David Erskine, the British minister to the United States, communicated "the late British order against the trade between the ports of France and others..." Includes a copy (see GLC03490.03) and a copy of Madison's response to Erskine (see GLC03490.02). That order precipitated the passage of the Embargo Act later that year.

GLC03490.01

20 March 1807

Madison, James, 1751-1836

Letter

Title: to James Monroe [copy]

Secretary of State Madison's response to British minister to the United States Erskine's letter informing him that Parliament had issued an order denying trade among the ports of France, in retaliation for France's Berlin Decree (see GLC03490.03). Explains that he has relayed the news to President Jefferson and describes Jefferson's position, which questions the legality of the measure in detail. That order precipitated the passage of the Embargo Act later that year. Copy sent to James Monroe, then the American minister to Great Britain, along with GLC03490.01 and GLC03490.03. Docketed by…

GLC03490.02

12 March 1807

Erskine, David Montagu, 1776-1855

Letter

Title: to James Madison [copy]

Erskine, the British minister to the United States, informs Secretary of State Madison that Parliament has issued an order denying trade among the ports of France, in retaliation for France's Berlin Decree. That order precipitated the passage of the Embargo Act later that year. Copy sent to James Monroe, then the American minister to Great Britain, along with GLC03490.01 and GLC03490.02.

GLC03490.03

8 July 1801

Madison, James, 1751-1836

Letter signed

Title: to port collectors

Circular letter informing port collectors that lists of Americans being detained on British ships are being sent to them. Signed as Secretary of State.

GLC03492

1 October 1803

Madison, James, 1751-1836

Printed letter signed

Title: to Collectors of the Customs of the United States

Circular letter discussing certificates issued to protect American seamen from impressment. Also asking for reports on the other "outrages committed by the cruisers of the belligerent powers." Signed as Secretary of State.

GLC03494