1926

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Book signed

Title: Whither bound?

Inscribed to his son James Roosevelt and dated June 1926. Signed twice, once in the presentation note on the free front endpaper and once on the titlepage. A lecture at Milton Academy on the Alumni Memorial Foundation, 18 May 1926. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company, and printed by The Riverside Press Cambridge. Bound in blue cloth.

GLC01101

April 6, 1865

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William T. Sherman

Telegram to General William T. Sherman above which Grant has penned a note requesting a member of his staff at City Point, Virginia, to send the dispatch in cipher to General Sherman at Goldsboro, North Carolina, regarding his progress, the flight of President Davis, and the imminent destruction of the Confederate Army. "We have Lee's Army pressed hard, his men scattering and going to their homes by the thousands....I shall press the pursuit to the end. Push [General Joseph E.] Johnston at the same time and let us finish up this job all at once." Note at top to Colonel Thomas S. Bowers at…

GLC01102

October 24, 1816

Adams, Abigail, 1744-1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Dolley Madison

Responds to an earlier letter from Madison and remarks that receiving it was an unexpected pleasure but mentions a mistake (not specified) regarding it. Comments that a friend did not have the power to comply with the circumstances communicated by Mr. Stodert. Remarks that this friend has high personal regard for James Madison. States that Dolley need not have apologized for not replying to her letter because it is sufficient that her request (not specified) was complied with. Mentions that John Quincy Adams is very satisfied with William Steuben Smith, his assistant. Asks to give her regards…

GLC01104

March 11, 1823

Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Abner Lawson Duncan

Jackson asks Duncan to introduce Glossel to "the citizens of New Orleans, and particularly those who shared with me the dangers of the defense of New Orleans," and specifically Major Grimes. Major Glossel, Jackson's aide-de-camp, is passing through New Orleans, on his way to meet General Gaines.

GLC01108

1755-1763

Nourse, James, 1731-1784

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Horatio Gates

Discusses Major Gates' son, comments on the law requiring giving arms to the militia, and mentions Colonel George Washington twice.

GLC01450.264

November 9, 1779

Warren, James, 1726-1808

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Elbridge Gerry

Discusses "A new Constitution of Government now forming by the Convention at Camebridge," referring to the debate over the Articles of Confederation. "The people seem convinced of the necessity of a new form of Government," but progress is slow. Fears what may happen if this convention adjourns. Says Adams and Dana will sail soon and that three ships are ready for Comte d'Estaing or General Washington.

GLC01450.528

1780

Little, William, fl. 1780-1786

Autograph manuscript signed

Title: [Little's account of refreshments delivered]

Records refreshments delivered to Lamb's (possibly Colonel John Lamb's) regiment of artillery, Colonel Jeduthan Baldwin's regiment of artificers, Livingston (possibly James Livingston's) regiment of infantry, a corps of sappers and miners, and General George Washington's guard. Lists the names of soldiers in different companies, and the amount of victuals delivered to each. Provisions listed include sugar, coffee, and other items.

GLC01450.806

1866-1867 ca.

Brady, Mathew B., 1823-1896

Photograph signed

Title: [James A. Garfield]

Carte-de-visite of President Garfield. Signed "J.A. Garfield" on the photograph.

GLC01454

circa 1788-1813

Goodwin, N., fl. 1811

Printed document signed

Title: [Document regarding Massachusetts militia]

Signed by Benjamin Warren, per orders of Brigadier General Nathaniel (Goodwin), who served as a General in the War of 1812. Contains the printed name of William Donnison, who served as Adjutant General and Inspector General of Massachusetts 1788-1813. Contains the handwritten name of [Benj?] Warren. States that the Governor ordered the Quarter Master General to supply artillery companies promptly. Discusses the importance of a well regulated militia. States "The Commander in Chief, has a full persuasion in his mind, that all the Officers will exert themselves during the present Season…

GLC01450.714

1812

Header Record

Title: Collection of two items mentioning William H. Harrison [Decimalized .01- .02]

GLC01450.716

1764-1777

Pico, Joshua, fl. 1760-1790

Manuscript

Title: [Receipt book with forged signatures]

Includes forged signatures of John Adams and John Hancock pasted onto the inside of the front board. Some receipts included are written to Treat & Pico, others to Joshua Pico. Items/services bought and sold include oil, rent of property, schooling of children, molasses, codfish, and hog staves, among various others. Most receipts are written in Boston. Contains various signatures of persons conducting business with Pico.

GLC01450.725

1887

McKecknie, & Oswald, fl. 1887

Photograph signed

Title: [Rutherford B. Hayes]

Cabinet photograph of Hayes by McKecknie & Oswald of Toledo, Ohio. Signed and dated by Hayes on the mount.

GLC01452

1868

Upton & Simson

Photograph signed

Title: [Carte de visite of Millard Fillmore]

Signed and dated by Fillmore once on the mount and again on the verso.

GLC01455

17 August 1781

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard Peters

Knox writes to Peters, a member of the Congressional Board of War and Ordnance. Discusses gathering ordnance and stores for George Washington's proposed "Southern Operation." Written at Phillipsburg (present-day Sleepy Hollow, New York).

GLC02437.01137

February 12, 1782

Pickering, Timothy, 1745-1829

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

On George Washington's instructions, Pickering writes to ask for estimates regarding field artillery pieces and transportation like tumbrils and wagons. Also asks whether horses or oxen are best to use to pull these carts, and how many of each they will need for the next campaign.

GLC02437.01351

31 August 1783

Pickering, Timothy, 1745-1829

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written by Colonel Pickering as Quartermaster General to Major General Knox. References receiving Knox's letter of 31 August, which enclosed two letters from George Washington (not included here). Will forward the one for Colonel Willet.

GLC02437.02445

24 April 1783

Pickering, Timothy, 1745-1829

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses the rations and clothing given to bargemen in the Army and requests better conditions for them. Pickering explains that the men of the Newburgh packet feel that they should have the same benefits as that of the crew on the commander-in-chief's barge, whose "duty is very light." Pickering suggests he and Knox apply jointly for comparable benefits for the "West Point packet."

GLC02437.02112

17 December 1781

Sears, Isaac, 1730-1786

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Declares "we are very happy in this part of the Country at the glorious campaign our army has had this last summer," and says the people in his region are hoping for a peace. Comments that he is sorry to hear of General George Washington's loss of his stepson, Mr. John Parke Custis. Mentions several vessels that have been captured by the enemy: Captains Magge and Grenwell were both taken. Informs Knox that he lost money through the loss of cargo on these ships; Sears has about 230 pounds of Knox's money. Encourages Knox to invest this money in a small vessel Captain Magge will command.…

GLC02437.01306

January 31, 1782

Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written by Major Shaw, formerly Knox's aide-de-camp, to Brigadier General Knox. Reports that his brother arrived safely in France after a 23 day voyage. Says his brother's ship was the first to arrive with news of Cornwallis's defeat at Yorktown. It "was received with the most heartfelt satisfaction by our good Allies and it was expected would be productive of the greatest good consequences." Waiting to hear about the response from England. Says the legislature has been meeting for the last 8 days. Says the governor gave a good speech and that the legislature wants to comply with the…

GLC02437.01346

3 October 1788

Sayre, Stephen, 1736-1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Describes his recent liberation from a "long & illegal confinement" and the defense of his liberty against a "malignant Villain." Warns Knox against the "growing Influence of the Law & Lawyers." Discusses his [unspecified] proposition regarding the navy. Hopes Knox will present his idea to Congress, and asks George Washington's opinion on the subject (Sayre is apparently trying to secure a contract with Congress for the navy). Defends his character and declares his resolve. Mentions [Francisco de] Miranda and refers to his "former friend" [William] Duer, who Sayre regrets is no…

GLC02437.03989

3 January 1789

Sayre, Stephen, 1736-1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Forwards him a letter for Genl. W. [General George Washington] regarding the American Navy. Believes that if Knox is named in charge of the military by Congress, as will likely be the case, Knox will have influence with Congress and might encourage them to adopt his proposal. Asks Knox to act on his behalf if the Court requests his presence in America. Adds that he believes the Court "will show a very different temper, as to America, if the Prince of Wales takes the Regency."

GLC02437.04067

3 January 1790

Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks Knox to deliver a forwarded letter to George Washington in respects to him renewing his present position, Consul to China. Also asks about extending his duties further eastward. Writes that he is feeling much better "though still a little tender," from his late illness (see GLC02437.04453 for more details on Shaw's illness).

GLC02437.04460

16 December 1793

Sayre, Stephen, 1736-1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Claims to have communicated sensitive information to Knox and that he should let President Washington know (specifics not provided). Tells Knox of a master shipbuilder in this city (likely Philadelphia), and that Congress and the president need to know this if they plan to build ships to protect the nation after the outbreak of war in Europe. Recommends "graduate improvements" in a previous communication and assumes Knox is in agreement with him. Notes he knows that a multitude of people will oppose his scheme, but claims this is reason enough for Knox to support him early.

GLC02437.05997

5 March 1782

Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written by Major Shaw, Knox's former aide-de-camp, to Brigadier General Knox. Says he was mistaken when he told Knox the lower house of the Massachusetts legislature has passed an act for payment of notes for 1782 for officers and soldiers who still remained in the service. Tells how they decided against the measure. Feels himself lucky as he had already disposed of his notes. Sends this letter by General Benjamin Lincoln, whose stay in Boston started "much speculation. Whether New York or Canada is the object of the ensuing campaign is not fully determined, though the knowing ones seem to…

GLC02437.01364

May 1789

Senf, Charles, ?-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: Copy of a letter to his Excellency the President General of the United States

Date and location (Rocky Mount, South Carolina) added later in red pen. Charles Senf, Engineer of the State of South Carolina, presents a plan regarding inland navigation and communications. His plan focuses on the sea coast from New York State to Eastern Florida. Would like to make travel easier. Outlines the costs of his plan, and the surveys he would need to undertake to accomplish his goals. Originally with GLC02437.04212.

GLC02437.04228