January 23, 1858

Johnson, Andrew, 1808-1875

Autograph letter signed

Title: to D. J. Patterson

Andrew Johnson discusses appointments and mentions helping a mutual friend, John H. Craff and that the appointment of a "John [Hural] a route agent on the Va [and] E Tenn Rail Road amounts to nothing..." He writes that he is "inclined to think though [James Buchanan] has much more strength through the country than he has in Congress..." and that Buchanan "needs will and decision of character while he seems to have a good deal of it in conversation! but he is timed and hesitating in practice..." He assesses Stephen Douglas's future within the Democratic party. "[Douglas] was of the opinion…

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January 16, 1904

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Document signed

Title: [Presidential pardon of Tom Galcatcher, convicted of larceny on 13 May 1901 and sentenced to five years in the U.S. penitentiary at Fort Leavenworth]

Convicted of larceny in the Indian Territory and pardoned by Theodore Roosevelt; no reason for pardon mentioned. Partially handwritten. Countersigned by Charles W. Russell, acting Attorney General.

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1860

Marshall, Humphrey, 1812-1872

Pamphlet

Title: Speeches of Hon. Humphrey Marshall & Hon. B.F. Hallett, in the city of Washington, on the nomination of Breckinridge and Lane.

Humphrey and Hallett announce their support for John C. Breckinridge and Joseph Lane for the democratic presidential and vice-presidential nomination in the 1860 election. Printed by McGill & Witherow. Marked "Breckinridge and Lane campaign document No.1."

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15 August 1865

Johnson, Andrew, 1808-1875

Broadside

Title: Andrew Johnson on Negro Suffrage

[Title continued] His letter to Gov. Sharkey of Mississippi. Reconstruction era printing of Johnson's letter commending the governor's convention to amend the state constitution. In the letter, Johnson also attacks the radical Republicans.

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February 19, 1807

Ellery, William, 1727-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Stedman

William Ellery writes that he received his last letter and had hoped Stedman would provide some political news but since Stedman is apathetic about politics, Ellery must read the newspapers. He asks who originated the suspension on Habeas Corpus and mentions that General James Wilkinson wants it suspended. He shares a recollection about Wilkinson at Valley Forge and his role in the Conway Cabal. Comments that he expected to have heard more about Aaron Burr's rebellion. Asks his opinion of Napoleon's blockade and states, "It seems to me that it will prevent our filling the Treasury as fast as…

GLC00298

December 22, 1963

Johnson, Lyndon B., 1908-1973

Document signed

Title: Pardon of J. Dvorak (c/s Robert Kennedy [AG])

Convicted of violation of US Code; pardoned as finished prison term and probation

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July 3, 1908

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Autograph letter signed

Title: to "My Dear Senator", [Jonathan Bourne, Jr.]

Discusses the Standard Oil Trust case and feels it imprudent that the recipient continue to be the intermediary between the lawyers and Mr. Kellogg, the Attorney General, and Mr. Bonaparte. Encloses a note from Mr. Bonaparte (not included) regarding the best plan of action. Written in pencil on Sagamore Hill letterhead. .

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December 4, 1777

Avery, John, 1739-1806

Document signed

Title: [Continental Congress appointments for Massachusetts]

Document attested to by Massachusetts Secretary of State Avery. Announces the men chosen as delegates to the Continental Congress from Massachusetts for the following year. Lists John Hancock, John Adams, Samuel Adams, Robert Treat Paine, Elbridge Gerry, Francis Dana, and James Lovell (the first five on this list signed the Declaration of Independence).

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1856

Cluskey, Michael W., fl. 1856

Pamphlet

Title: Buchanan and Breckinridge. The Democratic hand-book, compiled by Mich. W. Cluskey, of Washington City, D.C. Recommended by the Democratic national committee. The success of the Democracy essential for the preservation of the Union and the protection of the integrity of the Constitution.

Compiled to disprove the "unprecedented charges against the Democratic candidate..." Selections are from the works of Democratic leaders "who represent the uniform and united opinions of the Democracy, North and South..." Includes the Missouri Compromise, a letter from Thomas Jefferson, the Kansas-Nebraska Act, and an extract from the will of Andrew Jackson among others. Printed by R. A. Waters. Glued and sewn binding. Missing both covers.

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1856

Pamphlet

Title: The fearful issue to be decided in November next! Shall the Constitution and the Union stand or fall?

Pamphlet attacking John C. Fremont's presidential candidacy, and in support of James Buchanan. Accuses Fremont and many of his supporters of fostering disunion through abolition and sectionalism. Full title "The fearful issue to be decided in November next! Shall the Constitution and the Union stand or fall? Fremont, the Sectional Candidate of the Advocates of Dissolution! Buchanan, the Candidate of those who Advocate One Country! One Union! One Constitution! And One Destiny!" Pamphlet begins "We propose showing indubitable testimony that John C. Fremont's leading friends are now the…

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1850

Calhoun, John C. (John Caldwell), 1782-1850

Pamphlet

Title: Address of the Hon. John C. Calhoun, in the Senate of the United States, on the subject of slavery.

Title page missing. Appears to have been removed from a larger volume. Calhoun's speech was read for him by James Mason, 4 March 1850. Argues that the power of legislating over California "is vested in Congress, and not, as is assumed, in the inhabitants of the territories."

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10 March 1866

Johnson, Andrew, 1808-1875

Document signed

Title: [Presidential pardon of John Burns, convicted in the District of Columbia of larceny in January 1866].

Pardoned since the judge and the jury said he was a proper object of executive clemency. Countersigned by Secretary of State William H. Seward.

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09 May 1866

Johnson, Andrew, 1808-1875

Document signed

Title: [Presidential pardon of John Brown, Michael Whelan, and Benjamin Gilbert, convicted in the District of Columbia in 1865 of assault and battery].

Pardoned by Andrew Johnson after serving 5 months of their 1 year sentences because of their good conduct and on the recommendation of the judge who tried them. Countersigned by Secretary of State William H. Seward.

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20 June 1867

Johnson, Andrew, 1808-1875

Document signed

Title: Pardon of Solomon Smith, convicted of larceny.

Convicted of larceny along with his wife; sentenced to 2 years imprisonment. Pardoned due to his innocence. (c/s William H. Seward)

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December 30, 1777

Clinton, George, 1739-1812

Autograph letter signed

Title: to James Duane

Letter written by Clinton as Governor of New York and a Brigadier General in the Continental Army to Duane as a Continental Congressman. Recipient inferred from the reference to "Mrs. Duane" at the end of the letter. References Duane's letter from December 23, 1777. Says nothing of importance has happened at headquarters. Sends news of movement of Washington's army outside Philadelphia. Reports that British crossed the Schuylkill River and that some minor skirmishes have taken place. The British retreated to Philadelphia and Washington has gone to "Gulph" - near Valley Forge. He says "I…

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1 October 1907

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Header Record

Title: to Quentin Roosevelt [Decimalized .01- .02]

Writes to his son describing the aspects of his journey a child might find interesting. Includes two sketches drawn by Roosevelt during his trip down the Mississippi River. Written on U.S. Steamer Mississippi letterhead. Accompanying photograph of Quentin Roosevelt.

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3 October 1907

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Header Record

Title: to Quentin Roosevelt. With accompanying photograph. [Decimalized .01- .02]

Writes to his son about sights on the Mississippi River. Mentions getting caught in the rain in St. Louis. With two illustrations by Roosevelt, including a self-caricature. Written on U.S. Steamer Mississippi letterhead. Accompanying photograph

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October 6, 1907

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Autograph letter

Title: to Quentin Roosevelt

Theodore Roosevelt writes to his son about a dog washed ashore and raised by the children of John Parker (his camp commander). Illustrated by Roosevelt. Encloses a picture on a possum (not included). Letter written on White House letterhead.

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October 13, 1907

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Typed letter

Title: to Quentin Roosevelt

Theodore Roosevelt writes to his son about camp life in Louisiana. Letter typed on White House letterhead with typed initials "T.R." at end. Contains large pencil scribble on recto of second conjugate leaf.

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August 16, 1910

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Typed letter signed

Title: to Archibald B. Roosevelt

Theodore Roosevelt writes to his son in care of Captain Seth Bullock in Deadwood, South Dakota regarding family matters and his dislike of speaking tours because of the demands on his time. He also discusses his horse. He writes on The Outlook letterhead.

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June 10, 1832

Calhoun, John C. (John Caldwell), 1782-1850

Autograph letter signed

Title: to S.L. Gouverneur

Vice President Calhoun wrote this letter after his falling out with President Andrew Jackson over Jackson's pursuit of the Seminole Indians into Florida during the first Seminole War. Discusses the Seminole Affair and questions a recently published article that claims Jackson had invaded Florida on secret orders from President Monroe. Calhoun had disapproved of Jackson's actions and considers this a "wicked attempt top transfer the odium from where it ought to rest & to place it on the memory of Mr. Monroe."

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May 20, 1842

Tyler, John, 1790-1862

Letter signed

Title: to Elisha R. Potter

Written at the height of the Dorr controversy, when Thomas W. Dorr's followers who wanted to put a new Rhode Island state constitution in place to expand suffrage, illegally elected Dorr the governor. Tyler explains his response to the affair, his desire for amnesty, peace, and to undercut public sympathy for the Dorrites who invoked the right of rebellion. Concedes that "Dorr's recent proceedings have been so extravagant a character as allmost to extinguish the las hope of a peaceable result." Notes that the developments make it difficult for Rhode Island Governor Samuel Ward King to yield…

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December 6, 1927

Coolidge, Calvin, 1872-1933

Pamphlet signed

Title: Message of the President... to the two Houses of Congress...

State of the Union address, signed by Coolidge at the conclusion.

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circa 1880

McDonald, M., fl. 1880

Photograph signed

Title: [Signed portrait of Schuyler Colfax]

Signed cabinet photograph of Schuyler Colfax in 3/4 bust profile as older man. Taken at McDonald studio.

GLC01120

June 10, 1847

Hamlin, Hannibal, 1809-1891

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Jabez True

Hamlin informs True that he will probably not be nominated for county Sheriff. Discusses the political caucus debating nominations. Hamlin and others support True's candidacy, but believe that the "nomination for Shff for our county" will probably go to Chamberlain instead of True. Also discusses other nominations and upcoming elections. Excerpt: "…Stetson has done all that man could do and I have aided all in my power, but I must say that we now think the matter looks very doubtful –  We both fear that Chamberlain will be nominater, which justice requires, and we yet hope it will not be…

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