1862/10/21

Cooper, Peter, 1791-1883

Pamphlet

Title: A letter from Peter Cooper to ....Abraham Lincoln

Addressing opposition to slavery and duty of govt to induce slaves to fight for the Union. Printed with "what they have to do who stay at home" regarding the Sanitary Commission by F.L. Olmstead. Loyal Publication Society, No. 28-Part II. Disbound

GLC06853

1864 ca.

Object

Title: Red, white and blue, "Union" patriotic folding paper lantern

Lantern made from corrugated wove paper with cardboard top and base, hanging loop and internal metal candle holder. The paper is printed with blue horizontal stripes (on upper) and red-white vertical stripes (on bottom). The word "Union" (hard to read) is printed at top in the blue as part of the design, with printed Eagles. Too fragile for exhibtion (per SLD 10/9/01).

GLC06864

1863/02/19

Schofield, John McAllister, 1831-1906

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Abraham Lincoln, re: seeking position of military governor of Arkansas

Asking Lincoln to be considered a candidate for military governor of Arkansas

GLC06886

1812/03/04

Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas B. Adams

Signed with his initial "A." Adams discusses family matters, his declining a seat on the Supreme Court. He expects war with Great Britain: "All the information that we receive from the United States... indicates a disposition and measures leading to War. As far as these may consist in preparations and in raising of a force sufficient to give weight to our claims... it gives me pleasure to see them. But I cannot reconcile myself to the idea of a War... which can only promote the purposes of France that is forced upon us by the stupid obstinancy of the British Cabinet." Adams also predicts…

GLC07118

1776/12/02

Jay, John, 1745-1829

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Morris re: defending James Duane's loyalty

"I am exceedingly hurt at the wicked attack made on Mr. Duane. Envy Hatred Malice and all Uncharitableness must have conspired in producing it. Whatever suspicions some folks might entertain of his political conduct from his opposition to certain Men & Measures, I am convinced he has maintained no correspondence with the enemy...." He continues "I heartily wish some [A]merican St. Patrick would arise, and cleanse those fair abodes of liberty, not only of Vipers Toads & noxious Reptiles; but also of Parricides, Traitors and insidious dark designing Iagos...." he asks Morris to send…

GLC07130

1861/04/26

Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865

Document signed

Title: Authority to affix the seal to commission of Norman B. Judd as commissioner

To "A Full power authorizing Mr. Norman B. Judd, to negotiate a convention, with the Gov't. of Prussia, on the subject of the rights of neutrals & belligerents in time of war." Judd, a Chicago attorney, was closely involved in Lincoln's election to the presidency. Judd expected a cabinet position but was instead appointed Minister to Prussia, a post he held until 1865.

GLC07134

1860, 1864

Object

Title: [1860 and 1864 presidential election Union campaign banner]

Linen Union campaign banner with image of an eagle holding an American flag shield. Banner held in eagle's beak reads [Abraham] Lincoln and [Andrew] Johnson. Printed in red, blue and black. Altered for use in the 1864 election. The original banner had Hannibal Hamlin's name as the vice-presidential candidate but in 1864, Hamlin's name was cut out and Johnson's added. Attached to original stick. Measurements include the stick. The stick measures 49.5 cm long by 1.5 cm wide.

GLC07095

1795/02/19

Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvanus Bourne re: complaints about Mr. Skipwith

As Minister to the Netherlands he complains about a letter from Mr. Skipwith, "who must know perfectly well that I cannot command a farthing of public money for the application of which I am not expressly authorized." Adams also questions the authenticity of the Skipworth's letter. Adams fears that complying with the vague request for money will "lead to circumstances unpleasant to me, and dangerous to those we are disposed to serve."

GLC07117

1867/03/23

Buchanan, James, 1791-1868

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Committee of Philadelphians re: defending his actions as President

Written to a Committee, including among others "Asa Packer, Owen Jones, John Cadwalader, Samuel Smith, G. Fox, Andrew Craig, Hiester Clymer and many others." Buchanan, declining an invitation to a public political dinner in Philadelphia, demonstrates his sensitivity to criticism for his administration and concludes with a heartfelt admonition to uphold the Constitution. He is pleased that the Philadelphia committee observed that he is the "last survivor of the 'American statesmen of the olden time -- the only living contemporary of Webster and Clay and Benton and Calhoun.'" He also thanks…

GLC07124

1791/10/29

Fenno, John, 1751-1798

Newspaper

Title: Gazette of the United States. [Vol. 3, no. 53 (October 29, 1791)]

Contains Washington's proclamation on rules for building in Washington, D.C. as well as a list of members of the Second Congress.

GLC06961

1865/06/26

Johnson, Andrew, 1808-1875

Manuscript document signed

Title: Pardon of William Maller of Lynchburg, Va. for participating in the Rebellion

Countersigned by W. Hunter as Acting Sec. of State.

GLC06964

1790/07/01

Washington, George, 1732-1799

Broadside

Title: An act providing the means of intercourse between the US and foreign nations

Printed by Childs & Swayne. First printing. This act specifies the salaries to be paid to those officials representing the U.S. abroad. Not in Evans or NUC.

GLC06986

1798/05/08

Adams, John, 1735-1826

Letter signed

Title: to Inhabitants of Newburyport re: response to patriotic resolutions

Responding to the resolutions passed by Citizens of Newburyport, supporting the government (against the French, who are never mentioned). Docketed.

GLC06967

1790/12/13

Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804

Document signed

Title: to Nathanael Appleton, Commissioner of Loans. US Treasury bond of $166.61

Partly printed Treasury bond, with cancellation marks, affecting the seal and Hamilton's signature. Written at the Treasury Department

GLC06971

1864/03/29

Davis, Jefferson, 1808-1889

Document

Title: Partly printed tax list for 1863, sworn by Davis's ADC, showing salary of $25000

Signed and sworn by Davis's ADC, William M. Browne, and signed by Assessor.

GLC06976

1787/02/16

Broadside

Title: Act to punish rebels and their supporters in Shays's Rebellion

Oblong broadside. "An act, describing the disqualifications to which persons shall be subjected, who have been, or may be guilty of treason, or giving aid or support to the present rebellion, and to whom pardon may be extended." Signed in type by James Bowdoin as governor.

GLC06980

1779/11/25

George III, King of Great Britain, 1738-1820

Autograph letter

Title: to Edward Thurlow re: directions to give Hillsborough seals of Sec. of State

Discusses importance of mollifying Lord North to continue the war in America.

GLC07003

1784/02/20

Pickering, Timothy, 1745-1829

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Elbridge Gerry re: seeking appointment as Secretary of War

Docketed by Gerry.

GLC07004

1863/01/13

Butler, Benjamin F. (Benjamin Franklin), 1818-1893

Document

Title: Confederate Congress Resolution no. 24, endorsing orders for Butler's hanging

Confederate resolution endorsing President Jefferson Davis's orders for the hanging of Benjamin Franklin "Beast" Butler (for his women around town order)

GLC07008.01

1863/01/13

Butler, Benjamin F. (Benjamin Franklin), 1818-1893

Document

Title: Confederate House Resolution no. 21: thanking citizens who opposed Butler

Voting thanks and gratitude of the House to citizens of New Orleans who had refused the oath and defied B.F. Butler.

GLC07008.02

1825/11/03

Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848

Document signed

Title: Patent issued to Robert Dennis for improvement to steam engine (c/s Clay)

Countersigned by Henry Clay. Joined with a yellow ribbon.

GLC07020

1818/05/07

Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848

Document signed

Title: Certifying copy of patent issued to Nathaniel and Philip W. Miller

For improvements in weaving (attached patent clerically signed for James Madison).

GLC07021

1864/12/25

Ashley, James Mitchell, 1824-1896

Document signed

Title: Urging support of Thirteenth Amendment

Includes ANS by Ashley: "Don't you know of one 'sinner' among the opposition who is on praying ground?"

GLC07033.01

1866/11/04

McLaws, Lafayette, 1821-1897

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Charles J. Jenkins re: his ability to serve Reconstruction government

Informs the Governor of Georgia that he has been pardoned by the President and will be able to serve as clerk of court of Richmond County.

GLC07011

1891/07/31

Wood, Robert, fl. 1891

Broadside

Title: An Appeal to the colored voters of Hart County [with Clabe Garvin]

Issued by 2 black men (Wood and Clabe Garvin) from Bowling Green, Ky., who claimed to be falsely imprisoned because they refused to vote for a klansman. Unevenly inked.

GLC07018