December 1841

Manuscript

Title: Locomotives for Saint Louis

Includes three pages of illustrations: a pen and ink drawing of steam engine "The Isaac Newton" and drawn maps of city blocks in St. Louis (possibly a site plan for railroad headquarters). Includes cost estimates for the building project, payroll estimates, and staff regulations.

GLC06336

1885

Photograph

Title: [The stock exchange on Broad Street]

Handwritten along bottom of photograph "The Stock Exchange Broad St. N.Y. 1885." Large format photograph with modern mounting depicting the old stock exchange at the corner of Broad and Wall streets, showing the Drexel, Morgan & Co. building on far left.

GLC06353

14 March 1787

Hancock, John, 1737-1793

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for his sympathetic letter concerning the death of his son, John George Washington Hancock, who was only nine years old. Discusses his pursuit of health and states traveling was recommended to him during this trying time, "Journeying is much Recommended to me, & as my Situation is totally deranged by the untimely Death of my Dear & Promising Boy, I have no Affectionate object to promise myself the Enjoyment of what I leave...". He is making a 10 day trip to New York City and Philadelphia with his wife. Asks Knox to "engage such Lodgings in an Airy place, as you shall…

GLC02437.03491

16 April 1783

Hay, Udney, fl. 1776-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

About Washington's permission to allow volunteers to rebuild Udney's house after a fire. After Quartermaster Udney Hay's house (the historic "Clinton House") and possessions were destroyed by fire, Washington authorized volunteer officers to rebuild it.

GLC02437.02095

circa 1861-1865

Photograph

Title: Col. Goddard's Headquarters

Image shows a large brick two-storey house, with a balconey and porch. Graphite inscription on verso "Dr. Bashett's House Murfreesboro, Tenn." Ink inscription on verso "Col. Goddard's H.Q. Murfreesboro, Tenn." Photographers imprint on verso: "[struck in ink: Butler,] Bonsall [struck in ink: & Co.], Army Photographers, General Rousseau's Division. The Negative from which this was taken will be kept in our possession for one month; then, if requested, will be sent to Bonsall's Photograph Gallery, No. 14 West Fifth St. Cincinnati, O., where copies like this can be had at any time by…

GLC05111.02.1318

1861-1865 ca.

Photograph

Title: Mansion occupied Jeff. Davis, Richmond, Va

E. & H. T. Anthony, publisher. Negative by Brady & Co., Washington. Caption: "Mansion occupied by Jeff. Davis, during the Rebellion, cor. Clay and Twelfth St., Richmond, Va." Series number 3377, changed by hand to 3376.

GLC05137.117

December 16, 1864

Photograph

Title: View from the portico of the State House, Nashville, Tenn., looking south west

E. & H. T. Anthony, publisher. Caption: "View from the portico of the State House, Nashville, Tenn., looking south west." With man seated on base of column adorned with three Greek styled female statues.

GLC05137.048

10 June 1801

Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826

Autograph letter signed

Title: to James Dinsmore

Discusses the renovation and construction of the dome at Monticello. "I wonder the Copper sheets had not got to hand, as it is very long since they left Philadelphia. the steps, or plinths for the dome must be got from Fluvanna...." States that it is very important that the dome be ready for the plasterers by the last of July so they may work while Jefferson is there. He instructs that the skylight of the dome is to be a single plate. Mentions that he will pay Dinsmore's brother the $400 he owns as soon as he figures out the address to send it to in Philadelphia, as he lost the one…

GLC07105

1783-1815

Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry A.S. Dearborn re: ordering marble capitals for University of Virginia

GLC07832

1864-1870

Stauffer, David M., 1845-1913

Header Record

Title: [David Stauffer sketchbooks and papers]

Collection of two volumes belonging to David Stauffer, an ensign on the U.S.S. Alexandria, dated 1864 to 1870. Consists of two sketchbooks and an additional 21 items housed in GLC07713.02. Sketches include naval and architectural sketches, as well as depictions of African Americans, women, sailor, landscapes and boat manouevers.

GLC07713

26 October 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Apologizes for opening the enclosed letter (not included). References receiving two letters from Knox. Tells Knox his desire for an oval room instead of a square one can be effected. Mentions a vessel that shipwrecked going from Kennebeck to Boston and reports their friend John Gardner [probably John Gardiner] died in it. Encloses a copy of one of the 300 notifications he had printed up (not included). This appears to be a reference to the squatters on Knox's land. States he is especially concerned about timber that might be cut down this winter. Comments "its only necessary to…

GLC02437.05954

29 December 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letters of 18 and 21 December. Says "your determination to make your brother work is of the first importance to you & him - and the only means in my opinion to drive of his gloom and the inactivity of his mind." Says Henry Jackson Knox spent a few nights with him last week. Heard from Henry's teacher that "he had conducted very well since his return from New York." Sarah Lyons Flucker asked for another 50 dollars, which he sent. That makes $200 since Knox was last in Boston. Says she appears to have a want of economy. Makes reference to the carpenters working on…

GLC02437.06011

January 26, 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

References Knox's letter of 15 January. Makes references to various financial transactions. Forwarded the whole of Peters's survey to William Bingham last week. Says the weather is so cold the ink is freezing in his pen. Reports that the new theatre in Boston will open tomorrow. Says "it is one of the most Elegant & beautiful buildings on the Continent." Mentions that Samuel Breck will be particularly astonished. Says the bills to build the theatre have come to $35,000. To finish the assembly room will take an additional $5,000. Wants to know if Knox received the beef, butter,…

GLC02437.06033

3 March 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses the contractors he has hired to build a house in the spring (most likely the future estate of Henry Knox, Montpelier, in Maine). Expects half of the construction to be completed by the beginning of next month. Asks questions about the style of pillars to be used.

GLC02437.06053

20 March 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Updates Knox on the construction of Knox's house. Reports on the return of Captain Robinson from St. George's [House] (possibly part of the Waldo patent lands) and on Mr. Henry Simpson', the mason, consultation with Captain [Thomas] Vose regarding the materials to be used on Knox's house. Informs Knox in approximately two weeks Mr. Simpson, Mr. Denton, and Mr. Robinson, along with several gangs of workmen, will head to St. George's House and begin construction. Mentions he told Mr. Simpson both he and Mr. Vose will be of assistance to him. Notes the pillars on the house will be round.…

GLC02437.06067

27 March 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he will deliver Captain [Thomas] Vose and Mr. Ebenezer Dunton their letters once he copies them. Cautions Knox on how large and costly his house will be. Writes the house "will be much larger than a Country meeting house and with all the economy & attention probably it will cost more money than you have an Idea of or ought to be expended on a house in that country - besides which, the frequent alterations you have made and are daily making are attend'd [sic] with very great expense & will increase the bills..." Explains the inside of the house is almost complete and…

GLC02437.06069

13 April 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Reports Mr. Robinson, Mr. [Ebenezer] Dunton, Mr. [Henry] Simpson, and several laborers have set sail for St. George's [House]. Informs Knox he sent Mr. [Thomas] Vose a new ox cart and Mr. Vose expects the workmen to keep two teams in constant employ. Provides information on salaries paid for the construction of Knox's house. Also, mentions invoices totaling $400 for materials. Warns Knox his house will cost twice the amount of what he expects. Relays a story about the construction of a theater costing twice the estimated amount. Discusses the performance of Henry Jackson Knox, the son…

GLC02437.06078

22 April 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses the cost of Knox's house and mentions he hopes he is wrong and Knox is correct on the estimated cost. Informs Knox he got a second opinion on the construction of Knox's basement and they all agree the basement should be made of stone. Notes both Mr. [Ebenezer] Dunton and Mr. [Henry] Simpson arrived last week at St. George's [House] with their work crew and that Mr. Robinson will be arriving anytime. Suggests Knox appoints him as superintendent of arsenal for the United States. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.06082

8 May 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses bank notes (most likely belonging to Knox) that are due. Encloses an abstract of expenses for the construction of Knox's house (Montpelier). Mentions he purchased the materials for Knox's house at the best rate. Writes, "This said house now erecting at St. Georges [House] - Covers more ground - has more rooms in it, and larger rooms - more windows, doors - fire places, and is a much larger house in every respect than any other private house from Philadelphia to Passamaquody [sic] (Passamaquoddy, Maine)…I think the house too large and costly." Mentions Mrs. [Sarah L.] Flucker…

GLC02437.06091

1 June 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Advises Knox to prepare his plans for the barn and stables (Montpelier). Mentions Mr. [Ebenezer] Dunton will be on hand to prepare for the work and to secure the timber. Notes the left over timber from the house might be salvaged and used on the barn. States he does not believe Captain Seavor will accept a lieutenancy. Discusses various bonds he has drafted and the recent election held in Boston, Massachusetts. Mentions the people's agitation with the advancement of the British.

GLC02437.06110

circa 1861-1865

Photograph

Title: A. Johnson's tailor shop, with man standing on wooden walkway in foreground

Sign on the building reads, "A. Johnson Tailor." Graphite inscription on verso "Audren Johnson." Ink inscription on recto "Johnson's Cabin." Ink inscription on verso "S 260" "Johnson's Cabin."

GLC05111.02.0973

circa 1861-1865

Photograph

Title: Large 2-storey home with white fence and young trees in the foreground

Graphite inscription on verso "RE Lee Home." Photographers imprint on verso: "M. Miley Lexington, VA."

GLC05111.02.0974

circa 1861-1865

Photograph

Title: Court House at Huntsville, Alabama with three people in foreground

Graphite inscription on verso "Court House at Huntsville, Ala." Photographers imprint on verso: "Armstead & Taylor Artists, Corinth, Miss."

GLC05111.02.0978

circa 1861-1865

Photograph

Title: Unidentified 2-storey building possibly a church or courthouse with US flag

Image shows a large US flag hung from bell tower with approximately 12 people and one horse in or around the building.

GLC05111.02.0980

3 April 1794

Dunton, Ebenezer, fl. 1794-1796

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that the alteration of a window "will be attended with a considerable expence; as the windows are all finished & glazed, and the window frames are also finished with all the work that is to go inside which must consequently be thrown away if in case this alteration is put in execution ... " Also states that he already had the curtains and sashes made to fit the specifications of the windows listed in the last plan and suggests a way to adjust the height of the windows so they match. Continues to comment and make suggestions about the windows and doors. Watermarked "Budgen."

GLC02437.10295