February 19, 1864

Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Roscoe Conkling

Replies to Conkling's letter criticizing the reputation of Caleb Lyon. Lincoln remarks that, "his nomination to some respectable office was repeatedly urged upon me certainly by two, if not three Senators of the highest standing; and your letter contains the first imputation I ever heard against his moral character."

GLC02345

February 8, 1683

Culpeper, Thomas, 1635-1689

Document signed

Title: [Land grant to Thomas Mitchell of 2,436 acres in New Kent County, Virginia]

Granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper, Baron of Thoresway. Signed as Royal Governor of the Colony of Virginia. Gives detailed descriptions of the boundaries of the property based on geographic and territorial landmarks. Also signed by Clerk of the Council and of the General Court Edward Chilton. Chilton would coauthor "The Present State of Virginia" with James Blair and Henry Hartwell. Notes on verso. Features paper seal.

GLC02468.10

February 18, 1864

Marmaduke, John Sappington, 1833-1887

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas Caute Reynolds

General Marmaduke writes to Reynolds, Missouri Governor in exile. Invites Reynolds to visit, stating "I desire to have a talk with you about Mo affairs- Should you come- do so as early as possible." Docket notes that this letter was received and replied to 26 February 1864. Reynolds was in Marshall, Texas.

GLC02469.13

February 28, 1861

Wigfall, Louis T., 1816-1874

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Reagan

Possibly to John Henninger Reagan, a former Texas Representative who served several posts in the Confederate Government. Relates that a Dr. [Work?] plans to leave Washington, D.C., for Montgomery, Alabama, and that he desires work in the confederate government. Writes "You know him well & I have no doubt that you will do all in your power for him, I do not know what places are to be filled."

GLC02459.33

February 28, 1873

Garfield, James A. (James Abram), 1831-1881

Document signed

Title: to the President [Ulysses S. Grant]

Asks President Ulysses S. Grant to reappoint Gen. John Allen Campbell Governor of the Wyoming Territory: "The undersigned members of the Ohio delegation in the 42nd Congress, and members elect to the 43rd Congress respectfully recommend the reappointment of Gen. J. A. Campbell, as Governor of Wyoming Territory." Signed by Jacob A. Ambler, James A. Garfield, Erasmus Darwin Peck, Charles Foster, William Hanford Upson, James Monroe [?], John Beatty [?], Laurin Dewey Woodworth [?], Isaac R. Sherwood, John Armstrong Smith, John Thomas Wilson, Job Evans Stevenson, James Wallace Robinson, Lewis B.…

GLC02051

February 28, 1783

Nicolas, Lewis, 1717-1807

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Recommendation for a leave of absence for Lieutenant Gibbs]

Colonel Nicola recommends Gibbs, of the Invalid Regiment, for a fifteen day leave of absence to settle business "with the commissioners who are to assemble at Hartford."

GLC02437.09664

February 28, 1785

Washington, George, 1732-1799

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Washington encloses letters "under flying Seals" to the Count de Rochambeau and the Marquis de Chastellux "introductory of Mr. Swan." Also includes certificates for Lieutenants Seaver and Henley (no documents included). Discusses suspending a building project in Alexandria, Virginia as his fiances were "not equal to the undertaking." Also discusses the use of stone versus oyster shell lime. Refers to laws passed by the Virginia and Maryland Assemblies regarding the improvement of navigation on the states' rivers. Virginia also passed an act to vest 100 shares in Washington and his heirs;…

GLC02437.09405

February 29, 1792

Washington, George, 1732-1799

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses the case of General St. Clair (possibly Arthur St. Clair), noting that he wishes to answer St. Clair's letters with a reply that can be published. Comments that saying neither too much nor too little with be difficult concerning St. Claire's case.

GLC02437.09425

February 18, 1796

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Samuel Adams

Addressed to the Governor of Massachusetts, who in this period is Samuel Adams. Attaching copies of two letters from Samuel Waldo and from Thomas Vose (see GLC02437.06621 and GLC02437.06623), Knox petitions the government to protect his property against the lawless "banditti," including Samuel Ely, who Knox argues was involved in the 1786 insurrection in western Massachusetts and is "a person said to be obnoxious to the laws."

GLC02437.06630

February 18, 1789

Carrington, Edward, 1749-1810

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Relies on their continued friendship to ask for Knox's advice. Recalls his duties in the war, and his attempt to be faithful and enthusiastic. Is now interested in seeking an appointment with the new government, and asks if Knox will recommend him to the President, with whom he is intimate. Declares that "if you knew me formerly, and thought I merited the public confidence, be assured you still know the same man, who will give you no cause to repent of your confidence in future." Would most like a position in Virginia, specifically the role of head of customs at the Port of Norfolk. Also…

GLC02437.04119

1845/04/15

Jones, Anson, 1798-1858

Document signed

Title: Pardon of R.S. Redmond (c/s Tobias Allen)

Redmond was convicted of horse-stealing. No reason is given for his pardon. Countersigned by Allen as acting Secretary of State.

GLC01860.04

1846/05/14

Buchanan, James, 1791-1868

Document signed

Title: Circular letter re: declaration of war on Mexico

Printed letter signed as Secretary of State. This copy was sent to to Seth Sweetser, U.S. Consul at Guayaquil.

GLC01860.18

1840/02/29

Lamar, Mirabeau B., fl. 1839-1849

Document signed

Title: Authorization to Barnard E. Bee to draw $1900 (also signed later by Bee)

Signed as President of the Republic of Texas with blind stamped seal. Countersigned by the Secretary of Treasury, with signed notes of Bee, dated from Washington, Texas, 4/21/1840 and Galveston 12/19/1840, by Hamilton.

GLC01860.19

1890/02/17

Harrison, Benjamin, 1833-1901

Broadside

Title: Proclamation: prohibiting herding or grazing on Cherokee strip

Printed document without seal or signature.

GLC01861

1802/10/19

Madison, James, 1751-1836

Letter signed

Title: to Thomas Nelson

Circular letter in which Secretary of State Madison, on behalf of President Jefferson, requests district attorneys forward explanations of how state laws apply to seamen deserting from foreign vessels. Seeks Nelson's reply on the laws of Virginia. A draft of Nelson's autograph response appears on pages 2-3, dated 3 November 1802 at Yorktown, Virginia.

GLC01870

1821/05/26

Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Peter Hagner

Argues that he it is wrong to make him pay for his food and quarters during an previous stay in Washington. Claims costs were supposed to be covered for him during his stay. Written as territorial governor of Florida, to Hagner, third auditor of the Treasury Department.

GLC01900

1836/02/17

Smith, Henry W., 1836-1869

Document signed

Title: Commission appointing S. Rhoades Fisher Inspector Gen. in Texas Army reserve

Partly printed document signed. Countersigned by Charles Stewart as Secretary of the Executive.

GLC01860.07

1837/12/19

Houston, Sam, 1793-1863

Document signed

Title: Appointment of John S. Menefee as clerk

Signed as President of the Republic of Texas, appointing Meneffee clerk of the Board of Land Commissioners for Jackson County.

GLC01860.09

1831/01/19

Milam, Benjamin R., fl. 1831

Document signed

Title: Certificate in Spanish allowing John Raysdale to bring in foreign emigrants

Partly printed document numbered 96.Written regarding Wavells colony in Texas.

GLC01860.20

1824/08/26

Austin, Stephen F., 1793-1836

Autograph document signed

Title: Application to Mexican government re: Samuel May Williams (in Spanish)

Signed in Spanish, "Estevan." Asking that Williams become Austin's official secretary and stating his qualifications.

GLC01860.21

1773/10/09

Hutchinson, Thomas, 1711-1780

Broadside

Title: A Proclamation for proroguing the General Court (Massachusetts Bay)

Printed by Richard Draper. With calculations on the verso.

GLC01872

1789/05/10

Walton, George, 1740-1804

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Osborne re: rations contract for Indian treaty negotiation

Signed as Governor of Georgia. The Treaty was to be made with the Creeks. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC01878.01

1789/09/08

Walton, George, 1740-1804

Autograph letter signed

Title: to the Commissioners of Indian Affairs re: treaty negotiation reimbursals

Written as Governor of Georgia, informing him to consult with persons having vouchers to verify accounts. Concerns treaty negotiation with the Creeks at Rock Landing. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC01878.02

1789/05/08

Osborne, Henry, fl. 1789

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Georgia State Council re: money for supplies during treaty negotiation

Signed with his initials. A first draft of a letter showing extensive revisions.

GLC01878.03

1780/07/24

Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826

Document signed

Title: to Lieutenant of Berkeley Co. re: call for drafting state militia, pay

Partly printed circular letter signed as Governor of Virginia. Refers to an act to prevent desertion, to draft more state militia and to use tobacco loan certificates for pay. Ink and paper losses at center. Lined on verso.

GLC01891