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to Thomas Jefferson

Recommends purchasing land and building a facility rather than leasing space for the United States Mint. So that "all the applications may be brought to view," letters and engravings are "to be shewn to the Director of the Mint" and brought to...

GLC01996

to Robert Patterson

Signed as Secretary of State to the Director of the Mint, Patterson. The Mint, in Philadelphia, was being repaired. It was unaffected by the British invasion of Washington.

GLC02002

Pass for John Ford

Signed by Edwin Stanton as Secretary of War. Pass for John Ford to visit the stage and private boxes in Ford's Theatre.

GLC02011

[Endorsement on Senate resolution to Secretary of War Stanton]

Lincoln endorsement as President to Edwin M. Stanton, requesting data, written on the verso of a Senate resolution dated 14 May requesting information concerning the arrest of persons in Kentucky since the 1st of September 1861 and their imprisonment...

GLC02040

[Parole releasing prisoner of war Augustus Powell to his father's custody]

Releases Powell, a prisoner of war at Alton, Illinois to his father, John M. Powell. Written on Executive Mansion stationery. Pencil autograph endorsement signed by E.M. Stanton, Secretary of War, states this was referred to General Hitchcock...

GLC02054

[Authorization for William Lee to return to Virginia].

Pass authorized by the Council Chamber of the State of Massachusetts Bay and attested to by Deputy Secretary of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts John Avery releases Lee from Massachusetts on parole as of September 13, 1779. A note confirming Lee's...

GLC02064

to James McHenry

Describes his scheme to return a runaway slave to his master William Drayton of Charleston, S.C. After visiting Mount Vernon with his master, the enslaved person escaped and returned to Washington's home. Washington writes that "[t]he fellow pretends...

GLC02065

to Elihu B. Washburne re: a second term "would be a great honor...."

Written on Executive Mansion stationery and noted as "Private & Confidential." Concerns a leave of absence for Maj. Gen. Cadwallader C. Washburn [sic], an appointment for Israel Washburn at Portland, Me. which was accepted, and for his friend...

GLC02083

to Abraham Lincoln

Secretary of the Senate J.W. Forney recommends William Cole, Esq., editor of the "Irish American," for a paymastership in the U.S. army. Cole also comes recommended by Bishop John Hughes, General Michael Corcoran, Horace Greeley, and New York...

GLC02086.01

to Francis S. Corkran

Date and location from docket. Previously showed a letter from Corkran to President Abraham Lincoln. In response, Lincoln desired to see an article related to the topic of the letter, in "The American" (possibly a newspaper with which Corkran was...

GLC02090

to Dr. W. Carnac

Lee briefly responds to a query from Dr. W. Carnac denying the allegation that there was any romantic involvement between George Washington and Sue Grimes (Grymes), the first wife of Nathaniel Burwell. Lee comments that although he believes...

GLC02096

to Catharine Macaulay

"Sophronia" recalls the original goals and hardships of the first settlers of the New England colonies and offers her services in providing information to Macaulay. Draft of response letter comments on Sophronia's sentiments of public liberty...

GLC01797.01.01

to Catharine Macaulay

Describes the patriotic spirit of men and a few women in America. While lamenting the frivolousness of many women, she acknowledges the national fervor of others, particularly among the most religious women of New England. Refers to Dickenson, Oho...

GLC01797.02

to Catharine Macaulay

Praises men sympathetic to patriotic cause. Informs Macaulay that John Adams authored "Dissertations on the Canon & Feudal Laws" and encourages her to start correspondence with him.

GLC01797.03

to Catharine Macaulay

Parliament's repressive laws have inflamed Americans; criticizes Britain for not sharing its triumph over France with its colonists. Convinced that the colonists are capable of governing themselves and that American legislatures should prepare for...

GLC01798

to Catharine Macaulay

Discusses French criticism of her History and likens the ideal of a free America to that of ancient Israel. With Macaulay's note on p. 3 "I should not have..." Hopes that "a System of genuine Freedom may arise in America."

GLC01799

to Catharine Macaulay

Warren describes the resolve of the people to resist "the strides of Wanton power" and fears the results, "an innocent Land Drenched [in] Blood." Believes that surely this destruction and anger can't continue much longer, particularly the blockade...

GLC01800.01

to Catharine Macaulay Graham

Written after news of the beginning of the French Revolution reached America. Assesses the new government's prospects. Remarks, "we are too poor for Monarchy, too wise for Despotism, and too dissipated selfish & extravagant for Republicanism."...

GLC01800.04

to Mercy Otis Warren

Compares French and American revolutions, describes American government, America's future, and her expectation that wealth from commerce will inevitably hurt democracy and rob the people.

GLC01800.05

to Mr. Richard Cranch

Adam's request for legal advice from brother-in-law, Richard Cranch, regarding a case and Cranch was handling for him, and the defendant's ("Lombard") countersuit.

GLC01801

The Case of General Gratiot

Summarizes all the details of the case of the War of 1812 hero, General Charles Gratiot, from Gratiot's 1838 dismissal order through various appeals during the John Tyler administration. This brief was possibly prepared by a clerk for Fillmore's...

GLC01807

[Receipt for payment for legal services to William H. Wharton]

Receipt written out to himself, confirming payment received for his legal services defending William Wharton in a lawsuit.

GLC01815

Certificate in Spanish allowing John Raysdale to bring in foreign emigrants

Partly printed document numbered 96.Written regarding Wavells colony in Texas.

GLC01860.20

Application to Mexican government re: Samuel May Williams (in Spanish)

Signed in Spanish, "Estevan." Asking that Williams become Austin's official secretary and stating his qualifications.

GLC01860.21

Memorandum re: agreement to recruit 450 families to settle

Co-signed by Anthony Butler. Butler agrees to settle 450 families on land granted to Austin in return for all "donations and benefits" arising from settlement.

GLC01860.29

The Bloody Massacre perpetrated in King-Street Boston on March 5th 1770 by a party of the 29th Reg.

Engraving of the Boston Massacre, hand-colored, first edition. Crispus Attucks is colored in, indicating that he was an African American. The depiction of the event and a poem printed below the engraving vilifies the British Army. The casualties...

GLC01868

to Lorenzo Thomas

Reports death of Brigadier General James McPherson to General Thomas.

GLC01875.01

Agreement re: selling land to McDonald & authorizing families to settle there

Also signed by Hugh McDonald. The land was along the Colorado River.

GLC01877

to Mrs. Grace Stevens

Mrs. Stevens's husband had been lost aboard the C.S.S. Ram. A very gracious letter.

GLC01882

[Declaration to citizens of Roanoke Island to renew allegiance to Union]

Historically significant proclamation to the citizens of Roanoke Island, typifying the moderate approach to warfare of Ambrose Burnside, his patron George B. McClellan, and Northern Democrats. Promises not to "interfere with your laws...

GLC01886

to Eli Long

Sherman writes to Colonel Long (later General) ordering him to mount his cavalry to raid and capture a Confederate train that passed into the mountains toward Georgia. Advises him to, "Take all the horses, mules and animals that you can from citizens...

GLC01887

to Thomas Johnson

Henry, Governor of Virginia, encloses a piece of paper (not included) informing Johnson, Governor of Maryland, that the inhabitants residing near the Potomac River are in danger. Reports that several British warships are sailing upriver, and that he...

GLC01890

to Lieutenant of Berkeley Co. re: call for drafting state militia, pay

Partly printed circular letter signed as Governor of Virginia. Refers to an act to prevent desertion, to draft more state militia and to use tobacco loan certificates for pay. Ink and paper losses at center. Lined on verso.

GLC01891

to Samuel Jones

Telegram sent by the Southern Telegraph Companies. Asks Jones in Charleston, South Carolina, for a list of captured Confederate officers who might be exchanged for Union officers. Writes "If exchange is perfected furnish promptly lists of officers...

GLC01944

to George G. Meade

Grant, commander-in-chief of the United States Army, writes to Meade, commander of the Army of the Potomac. Writes that General Winfield Scott Hancock will return (possibly to City Point) and will be too fatigued for active operations against...

GLC01953

Circular letter re: conforming federal and North Carolina laws

Written after the adoption of the Constitution Written at the Treasury Department

GLC01956

to James A. Seddon re: disbanding company and reassigning officers

With docketing ANS of James Seddon, Confederate Secretary of State, on verso saying "I hope the Legislation of Congress will enable me to support your views. JAS."

GLC01957

to Francis W. Pickens re: control over proposed attack on Fort Sumter

Written as President of the Confederate States. Pickens was governor of South Carolina. Also concerning the larger issue of who determines peace or war. Beauregard fired upon Fort Sumter six weeks after the date of this letter.

GLC01958

to Henry W. Halleck

Gives a detailed description of the unsuccessful cavalry raids by George Stoneman and Daniel McCook, Jr. at the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain. Both took place on the June 27, 1864 in accordance with Sherman's Order 42. Before the raids, Stoneman...

GLC01961

to James Whitfield

Along with Mississippi Governor Whitfield, the letter is addressed to Bishop Robert Paine, James T. Harrison, and Dr. Sykes. Davis responds to their letter regarding the defense of Columbus, Mississippi. He assures them that he is concerned for the...

GLC01962

to Thomas S. Jesup

General "Stonewall" Jackson asks General Jesup whether officers of light batteries should shod their horses at their own expense or at the expense of the public. Note on verso dated 20 October 1849 in unknown hand states that "Private horses of...

GLC01964

to Benjamin Rush re: re: "Has America no soul?" and America's future

Written from retirement at Quincy, bemoaning the state of America, its manipulation by European politicians and its potentially great future. Adams asks whether "America has no soul" since no one jumps to its defense. He also foresees, like many...

GLC01965

to Maj. Gen. Gustavus W. Smith re: military matters, Gen. Burnside

GLC01966

Orders re: to take charge as Commissary of Virginia militia

Signed as Governor of Virginia, mentioning troops being sent "to Fort Pitt on their way down the Ohio" when Indians were raiding the western borders. The close and "thirty thousand pounds" are in Jefferson's hand.

GLC01967

Address of W.G. Harding, Before Railway Business Association

Draft of a speech in which Harding reflects on the history of the railroad and his personal connection with it. He extols its benefits and its role in developing modern life, and argues the importance of maintaining it to the United States. He does...

GLC01968

[Legal document granting power of attorney for John Paradise to Nathaniel Burwell]

Signed by John Paradise but written in Jefferson's hand, while Jefferson served as American ambassador in Paris. Paradise signs over his financial affairs, including the payment of his creditors to Burwell. Signed as a witness by Jefferson, William...

GLC01974

to Isabella M. Hill

Relates accounts of his long a hard marches. Says General Thomas Jackson's "situation is very, very, very critical," as he is being pressed by the Union army, and hopes he is "fortunate in extricating himself." While McClellan and the bulk of the...

GLC01977

Elections in Sangamon County, Illinois, for State Representatives...

Said to have been presented to his fiance Mary Todd, listing election results for 1832, 1834 and 1836. Lincoln has signed his name three times, once for each time he ran. Attested by clerk Noah W. Matheny, pages 2-3, with seal on p. 3. See...

GLC01978

to John Letcher re: building railroad between Strasburg & Wincester

Jackson recommends building the railroad for military purposes.

GLC01979

[Massachusetts state pardon for Scripture Frost for counterfeiting coin]

Frost was sentenced to stand in pillory for 1 hour and to 2 years hard labor. Conditionally pardoned excepting that Frost pay a 25 Pound ($40) fine. Signed and sealed by John Hancock as governor. Written by Secretary to the Governor John Avery, Jr....

GLC01988