8 April 1858

Stevens, Aaron D., 1831-1860

Autograph note signed

Title: to his sister

Reminisces about childhood. Gives news of travels "all over New Mexico Kansas Nebraska Iowa and some in Illinois & Indiana." Outlines his commitment to the cause of "Human Freedom," saying "[I] expect to be in it untill slavery is done away in the United States, at least and I hope it will not be long now, untill every slave shall be free if it cost half of there masters." Lastly, mentions that he is also a "woman rights man."

GLC07231.08

2 August 1858

Stevens, Aaron D., 1831-1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his brother Henry

Elaborates on abolitionist efforts in Kansas. Justifies violence citing the number of slaves who are "murdird" each year. Continues that war is just when in self defense and liberty must be absolute, quoting Patrick Henry: "Give me liberty or give me death." Refers to "trator" Hugh Forbes, who was a foil to Brown's efforts in Kansas.

GLC07231.09

January 18, 1860

Stevens, Aaron D., 1831-1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his sister

Tells of his upcoming trial and predicts that he will "receive a free pass to the Spirit world." Mentions receiving many presents and aid, including from Mrs. Spring and Miss Watkins. Expresses his desire to tell her more on his views of religion. Written from Charlestown jail.

GLC07231.10

January 30, 1860

Stevens, Aaron D., 1831-1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his brother Henry

Describes his wounds at Harpers Ferry: "I received six wounds there [his chest], three in my head, two in my brest and one through my left arm two in my head were the worst." Claims he is enjoying his time in jail, with the help of his jailer Captain Avis and the variety of gifts sent to him by friends, some of whom he lists: "Mrs. R.B. Spring Mrs. L Maria Child, Miss Watkins, Mr. James Redpath and others." Mrs. Spring nursed John Brown, "Capt. B." Discusses his views on spiritualism and his doubt of the Bible, mentioning two books, one by Professor "Robbrt" Hare, the other entitled "Studies…

GLC07231.11

February 23, 1860

Stevens, Aaron D., 1831-1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his brother Henry

Ponders his sentence and the prospect of death. Hopes for mercy so that he may continue to live, but is doubtful and accepts death calmly. Discusses spiritualism. Written from Charlestown jail.

GLC07231.12

13 March 1860

Stevens, Aaron D., 1831-1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his brother Henry

Bids his brother farewell, with knowledge of his upcoming death. Encourages Henry to explore spiritiualism and to live rightly: "as you love yourself as you love man as you love woman, as you love god, work with your head heart and hands for the happiness of yourself and all the world." Written from Charlestown jail.

GLC07231.13

1860

Miller, Chas D., fl. 1860

Pamphlet

Title: Gerrit Smith and the Vigilant Association of the City of New York

correspondence between Chas D. Miller, Samuel L. Barlowe and Royal Phelps

GLC08880.005

1861

Perkins, Palfrey, fl. 1940

Pamphlet

Title: Race or Humanity?

sermon given in King's Chapel, Boston

GLC08880.006

February 26, 1853

Hazelton, H.L., fl. 1853

Autograph letter signed

Title: to A. B. Baker

Introduces his friend Watson Freeman, who is seeking the appointment of U.S. Marshal of Massachusetts. States "He is a very deserving man, & I am sorry to say is a Democrat; but still there is a redeeming trait - he is a staunch Union man..." Mentions Watson's loyalty as Deputy Sheriff and that he was a candidate in a few elections but lost.

GLC09028.03

3 August 1858

Autograph letter signed

Title: to "Dear John"

Signed "Charles"

GLC02181.02

12 March 1859

Howard, George W., 1814-1888

Autograph letter signed

Title: to "Cousin John"

Signed "George W. Howard"

GLC02181.03

25 December 1859

Taylor, G. H., fl. 1859-1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to "Friend Hale"

Signed "G.H. Taylor"

GLC02181.04

January 11, 1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to "Friend Hale"

Signed [illegible]

GLC02181.05

4 March 1860

Taylor, G. H., fl. 1859-1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to "Friend Hale"

Signed "G Henry Taylor"

GLC02181.06

1875

Garrison, William Lloyd

Signature

Title: William Lloyd Garrison

GLC05603.02.20

1875

Douglass, Frederick, 1818-1895

Signature

Title: Frederick Douglass

GLC05603.02.38

May 1887

Frémont, Jessie Benton, 1824-1902

Signature

Title: Jessie Benton Frémont for Miss Mabel Osborn

GLC05603.02.44

1815-1860

Sumner, Charles, 1811-1874

Signature

Title: Charles Sumner

"If I can furnish you any information this subject, I will be happy to do so."

GLC05603.02.49

11 September 1882

Stowe, Harriet Beecher, 1811-1896

Signature

Title: Harriet Beecher Stowe

GLC05603.02.51

February 5, 1945

Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he read a book about abolitionists. He also says he enjoyed Sylvia's description of the Rosenblum home, though it sounds like they have too many hobbies.

GLC09414.1329

8 July 1848

Moore, John, 1826-1907

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mary Moore

He wishes Robert would come take his position in October. He plans on coming home after finishing this session. The slaves have been busy in preparation for an upcoming barbeque.

GLC04191.21

August 1862

Slayton, Asa W., fl. 1862-1875

Autograph manuscript

Title: to citizens of Grattan Michigan

Slayton thanks the committee for their recognition, but accepts the sword on the behalf of all the men who have enlisted. Slayton recognizes that enslaved people are being used to aide the Confederates and that the continued allowance of slavery is hurting the Union cause. He then urges people to petition the government to the end slavery. He also describes the motivations of married men to fight. He expresses his commitment to the Union cause. Included is an envelope the envelope in which this written copy of the speech was kept with an inscription describing the contents.

GLC03955.15

1861-1877

Parker, Richard, fl. 1777

Photograph

Title: [Carte de viste of John Brown taken by James M. Holmes]

GLC09190.10

15 June 1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: To H.H. Rodgers

GLC09190.01

17 April 1880

Rawle, John Brookes, fl. 1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: To "My Dear Sir"

GLC09190.02