February 26, 1822

Manuscript letter

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Written from the Treasury Department & Auditor's Office. Indicates that Edward Morton's claim for monies owed for a barge supplied during the War of 1812 (see GLC06313.143) was approved and he will be paid $289.

GLC06313.04.184

February 26, 1822

Peirce, Levi, 1773-1847

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Seeks advice about his liability in a local matter in which he was bondsman for a tax collector. Asks about specific charges he might be liable for.

GLC06313.04.162

February 26, 1822

Sampson, Zabdiel, 1781-1828

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Discusses the upcoming selection of candidates for state senate. Discusses the suggestion that Sampson's salary (as district Collector) be abolished and thanks Hobart for being against it. Comments on the bill (with the salary provision) and its possible negative effects on shipping at length. Notes thoughts and worries of "Our merchants & fishermen" in regard to the Mackerel Fishery Bill.

GLC06313.04.163

February 6, 1854

Hamlin, Hannibal, 1809-1891

Autograph letter signed

Title: to unknown

Directed to "Dear Dr." Hamlin replies to a letter from the recipient. Mentions affidavits pertaining to an unspecified matter. Writes, "How the reopening of the Slavery questions will effect me and our friends, I cannot tell at this time- They ask us to repeal the Missouri Compromise line of 1820- I cannot do so- They assert that the Compromise measures of 1850 intended to repeal that of 1820- It is false, & I will not vote a lie..." Discusses an upcoming political convention, to be held possibly in the spring or fall. Refers to other political matters, and in closing asks that this…

GLC06596

February 27, 1788

Gorham, Nathaniel, 1738-1796

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Gorham comments on New Hampshire's progress toward ratifying the Constitution. Writes, "We have met with a small repulse at N Hampshire... I have the best reason to suppose they will approve at their next meeting- no question was taken upon the main question- a number who came under adverse instructions were convinced & urged the adjournment in order that they might explain to their Towns..." Asks Knox to send an enclosure (not included) to [Don Diego de] Gardoqui. Signer of the U.S. Constitution.

GLC02437.03809

February 6, 1863

Damuth, Dolphus, fl. 1839-1913

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Maria Damuth

Worried that his sister is sick with diphtheria. Many of the men in camp are sick, and the first man in Damuth's company has died. Damuth's friend Jesse has been vaccinated for small pox and complains of feeling unwell. Comments on a black servant who does the cooking - "a good fellow but is an exception to his race." Complains about division in the North between Republicans and pacifist Democrats.

GLC03523.14.12

1861-1877

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He mentions the influx of court martials lately. He also talks about the upcoming election and how the NY troops will support Lincoln absolutely. He mentions her Aunt Chara.

GLC08284.085

1801

Manuscript

Title: [Address relating to New York State Constitutional Convention]

Address relating to New York State Constitutional Convention, and the constitution written. It mentions the amendments made, "it will at once be preceded, that the spirit which originally dictated it, & the principals in embodied, have in consonance with the public wish, & the suggestions of Experience hear Carried into mere full, & complete effect." There is also mention of an epidemic that struck New York the previous summer, presumably Yellow fever, it reads "I cannot however permit this occasion of addressing you to pass without calling your attention in the…

GLC09637

10 April 1810

Encott, James, fl. 1810

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Philip J. Schuyler

Encott writes that he is enclosing a letter that asks him to be candidate for an election in Duchess County. He is letting Philip know that he will not be able to be there until after the election takes place. He also asks for his opinion if his being a candidate is a good thing for the party as he would not want to cause any problems.

GLC09636.17

13 April 1810

Van Rensselaer, Rutsen, fl. 1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Philip J. Schuyler

Van Rensselaer writes that Philips clergyman visited and he gave him information on the characters. Van Rensselaer also writes that Philip should go to Washington if he has active men to work the polls so that there is no loss in votes.

GLC09636.18

7 April 1810

Radcliff, Jacob, fl. 1810

Autograph letter signed

Title: To James Encott

Radcliff is asking James Encott to be a leading member of the Federalist party in Duchess county.

GLC09636.16

12 March 1974

Williams, Cordelia Shelton, 1889-1978

Autograph letter signed

Title: Dear Children

Cordelia writes to her children, saying that the weather is rainy and storms are expected. There was snow earlier, but it has melted. She notes she is very excited for Christmas, when she will be able to see her family. She has recently gotten over a cold and still has a cough. Mrs. Neely and Myra are home after operations. Ruth Anderson, president of the "Helping Hand" Club at Cordelia's church had a contest for small children to help raise money, which ended up raising $4,580. She notes that the politicians are terrible because they do not care about the poor while utilities prices are…

GLC09587.316

29 October 1975

Williams, Cordelia Shelton, 1889-1978

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Children

Cordelia Williams writes to her children that she is happy "that the children can go to school in daylight" and the weather has been warm. She thinks that world is a mess after listening to the news and that they should just ask God to take care of them. She congratulates Andrea on her good report and asks if Angela's has come in yet. She writes about the garden club show and says she will enclose some clippings (not enclosed). She ends by telling them that "Taylor was unanimously elected mayor by "Council."

GLC09587.326

5 November 1975

Williams, Cordelia Shelton, 1889-1978

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Children

Cordelia Williams writes to her children that she is sorry about their research problems but that "these setbacks of every description go with living." She asks whether their President has "made a good move or a bad one?" She writes that she sees Nixon, Ford, and Kissinger as a trio at the head of government and that she hopes they do not wake up "in Russia's Power." She is grateful for the beautiful weather as it is keeping her heating bill low. She will be happy when the recipient gets her degree. She then describes the dresses she bought with Hazel and tells Don to not "over tax" and to…

GLC09587.327

February 25, 1976

Williams, Cordelia Shelton, 1889-1978

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Children

Letter from Cordelia Williams. She remarks that the weather has been great and tells anecdotes about making afghans. She also reports that Mrs. Danderidge's husband is sick and tells a disturbing story that Mable Dupree's son was found in his sister's D.C. home, dead in a pool of blood. She reminds them that "God still rules this world." To her, politicians are only interested in themselves and money since the General Assembly has voted to raise their salaries. She mentions Nixon's trip to China, Medicare, and social security. She sends love and blessings and signs off, "Mom."

GLC09587.338

3 March 1976

Williams, Cordelia Shelton, 1889-1978

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Children

Letter from Cordelia Williams. She remarks that the weather has been warm and they are in need of rain. Her girls left on March 2nd, and she says she misses them. She also notes that Virginia wrote her a letter yesterday praising them, particularly Dolores and Sandra. All of the news lately has been politics and Cordelia hopes the "best man gets elected." She talks about the greed of politicians raising their own salaries. She signs off with love and blessings after Sally interrupted her letter with a phone call.

GLC09587.339

31 March 1976

Williams, Cordelia Shelton, 1889-1978

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Children

Letter from Cordelia Williams. She thanks God that the work for "your degree" is over. She tells them to slow down and have rest before they have a nervous breakdown. She immediately begins talking about a man she does not name, saying he is a "crook with a sick mind" who has done terrible things for the country. It appears to be about Richard Nixon. She also mentions that sickness and death seem to be all around. She talks about her plants. She mentions that the town may build a swimming pool, and can't think of any other news. She signs off with love and blessings.

GLC09587.341

19 May 1976

Williams, Cordelia Shelton, 1889-1978

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Children

Letter from Cordelia Williams. She updates them on the weather and her garden. She says that Virginia told her Andrea is getting ready for junior prom. She says their family is involved in a lot "all at once," like Diane's marriage and Dolores' graduation. It is also Women's Day at her church on Sunday. She expresses happiness about the grandchildren growing up but worries they will drift from their parents as they do, like hers did. She says she has to fight against loneliness, but is thankful for God. A postscript indicates her politics, as she says she does not like Ford or Reagan.

GLC09587.345

16 June 1976

Williams, Cordelia Shelton, 1889-1978

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Children

Letter from Cordelia Williams. She updates them on the weather. She had a guest arrive on Sunday, as well as Geri and Karen who made dinner. She gave some water guns to children asking for toys and thinks about games that Don bought for the twins which are on the shelf in her guest closet. She describes more food Geri made and a trip they made to Tanglewood to buy toys for the boys, as well as groceries. Then, they visited Hazel and Mary Curtis where they discussed Mary's daughter's upcoming wedding reception. She tells some anecdotes about a little boy named Trace. She then discusses…

GLC09587.346

25 October 1976

Williams, Cordelia Shelton, 1889-1978

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Children

Letter from Cordelia Williams. She tells Geri she is sorry she's not feeling well. She says she must speak to "that teacher" and tell him what is expected of him, or tell the head of the department to give him a written copy of his obligations. She asks her if she has enough time to rest and reminds her not to overdo it. She wonders if Carter will make it, since the Republicans are pushing Ford. She says she will still vote for Carter. She asks if Gerry and Harold retired, and says to look into it as an insurance matter. She says if she is still around in the spring time, she would like a…

GLC09587.359

January 27, 1977

Williams, Cordelia Shelton, 1889-1978

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Children

Letter from Cordelia Williams. She says she was listening to the news when "you" called and took her mind off of everything. She wonders why Harold and Mattie "did that." She talks about the weather and says that Carter is pardoning the draft evaders, which is being praised and criticized. Cordelia thinks it is the right thing. Next week is Groundhog Day. She hopes that Donald will take care of himself. She signs off with love and blessings.

GLC09587.360

January 27, 1977

Williams, Cordelia Shelton, 1889-1978

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Children

Letter from Cordelia Williams. She asks Geri how her mouth is doing. She talks about her garden and says she is doing well. There is lots of sickness and death around. She says Carter will have a hard time with the Civil Rights programs. On the news last night, she watched scenes of people living in huts and cottages in Johannesburg, South Africa. She says white people there can seize Africans' houses and land for any reason. She feels these conditions make domestic civil rights more important. She comments in the increased price in electric heating and milk, as well as her property taxes.…

GLC09587.361

1976-1994

Milk, Harvey, 1930-1978

Header Record

Title: [Collection of Harvey Milk political materials][Decimalized .01-.14]

Collection of 14 items dated 1976 to 1994 related to poltician Harvey Milk. Consists of materials related to his campaign while running for offices of supervisor and assemblyman in San Francisco. Items contains slogans and campaign platforms. Also in the collection are printed materials created follwing his and George Moscone's assassination such as a book of poetry and pamphlet on the ruling against Dan White.

GLC09871

22 July 1974

Davis, Paul W., fl. 1974

Telegram

Title: to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One telegram from Paul W. Davis to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated July 22, 1974. Davis supports the impeachment of President Nixon and writes, "Asert [sic] yourself back the people with your vote get rid of Nixon and the crooks in the White House."

GLC09613.02.0766

22 July 1974

McQuilkin, Sally B., fl. 1974

Telegram

Title: to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One telegram from Sally B. McQuilkin to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated July 22, 1974. McQuilkin supports the impeachment of President Nixon.

GLC09613.02.0767