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February 27, 1785

Monroe, James, 1758-1831

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John Francis Mercer

Monroe, a member of the Confederation Congress, informs Mercer, member of the Virginia House of Delegates, that a secretary will soon be appointed to assist John Adams as Minister to Great Britain. States that James McHenry, also a member of the Confederation Congress, has not mentioned a nomination for this position. Informs that the Indian Commissioner, a friend of Mercer's, presented himself before Congress. States that there are many important issues before Congress, including propositions for raising men and the regulation of commerce. Informs Mercer of his participation on a…

GLC02861

1929-1945

Printed document

Title: Moe Weiner's business card

States his profession as U.S. Customs examiner

GLC09414.1644

6 December 1865

Dutton, Ira A., fl. 1863-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Friend Baker

He talks about the cotton business and says the Northern cities are paying more. He says the cotton is of inferior quality though because the "niggers and the Northerners have not been careful enough about the seed..."

GLC07205.102

17 April 1862

Bald, B., fl. 1862

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Enoch Q. Fellows

He is sorry that he was ordered to go to Charleston to join the blockade and will be unable to see him after all. But he will not forget. Written aboard the "Pocahontas"

GLC02745.012

28 August 1864

Porter, Hank, fl. 1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He was sorry to hear of the death of Uncle James. They have not heard from Sam or Matt. Theyw ere offered 1 dollar per pound for their wool.

GLC02172.80

27 August 1781

Linnington, Richard, fl. 1781

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

Written on the behalf of Ann Brown, who is currently in jail because she owed money to Joshua Mauger. The letter begs Mauger to be merciful. Docketing says Dean was instructed to handle the matter.

GLC03902.229

24 April 1782

Hood, Thomas, fl. 1782

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

A request concerning Lieutenant Webber cannot be granted since the ship he served on, "The Babuda Sloop", was captured at Demarara and all the officers have been ordered back to England to be tried.

GLC03902.230

10 December 1782

Dumaresq, Philip, fl. 1782-1787

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

He has called on Mr. Bean, the Butcher and given him Mauger's message. He requests a loan of £ 100. Location is given as "Southton" - may be Southampton.

GLC03902.231

15 December 1782

Dumaresq, Philip, fl. 1782-1787

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

Mauger denied the request for £ 100. He asks for a loan of £ 50. Lists banknotes paid 3/1780 to 4/1782. Location is given as "Southton" - may be Southampton.

GLC03902.232

17 December 1782

Dumaresq, Philip, fl. 1782-1787

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

Acknowledges receipt of a letter and fifty dollars in bank notes. The top of the letter has been trimmed off, but the missing part does not appear to have had any content. Location is given as "Southton" - may be Southampton.

GLC03902.233

25 November 1784

Mauger, Joshua, 1725-1788

Autograph document

Title: Account of Bills of Exch. Sent to Messrs. Robert Rashleigh & Co in London

Receipt for accounts transactions to be entered in his books.

GLC03902.234

20 July 1785

Nicholle, Joshua, fl. 1785

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

Addressed: "Hon[orable] Uncle. He has arrived in Jersey for a fortnight's visit. [The wax seal was clipped from the letter and affecting text.]

GLC03902.235

23 August 1785

Portland, Duke of, fl. 1785

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

Tells Mauger to do what he thinks is best and it will meet with his satisfaction. Also, informs Mauger that he will be coming to London. Written in Bulstroder

GLC03902.236

8 January 1786

Poingdextre, John, fl. 1786-1787

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

News concerning the health of Mr. Nicolle. Location is given as "Southton" - may be Southampton.

GLC03902.237

5 January 1786

Roundtree, Robert, fl. 1786

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

Requesting a Parish Certificate and a Power of attorney. A copy of a Parish certificate on page 3. The documents are needed for a mother to claim the wages of her dead son who served in the royal navy.

GLC03902.238

19 December 1786

Sharp, William, fl. 1786

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brook Watson

He wrote to Mr. Berkeley on Mauger's behalf.

GLC03902.239

19 December 1786

Sharp, William, fl. 1786

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mr. Berkeley

He is concerned with Mauger's health and offers an opium based remedy.

GLC03902.240

22 December 1786

Windborn, Charles, fl. 1786

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

Mauger must appoint someone to fill the vacancy at an Alms House. The election of a Deputy Master [for Trinity House] and a man who wanted the position but whose horrific conduct kept him from being elected.

GLC03902.241