1798/11/24

Henderson, Ann, fl. 1798

Manuscript document

Title: Court deposition transcript of Cherokee land sale in Tenn. (signed with mark)

Transcript of court deposition, signed by Henderson with her mark. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC07311

1833/03/22

Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845

Manuscript document

Title: [Retained clerical copy of a treaty between the United States and the Ottawa Indians]

Manuscript copy of the treaty made on 18 February 1833 between the Ottawa chiefs "residing on the Indian Reserves on the Miami of Lake Erie" and George B. Porter, the United States commissioner. Outlines the cession of Ottawa land in Ohio, the establishment of a reservation, and the remuneration that will be owed. Probably a working draft prior to sending to printer.

GLC07392

1862/12/17

Broadside

Title: A Desirable Farm containing 975 Acres and Six Negroes for Sale... [slaves]

Sale for this date for the estate of Alexander and Martha T. Fraser, 30 miles from Petersburg. "Any one having a large number of negroes, which they desire to place beyond the reach of the enemy, would do well to purchase this plantation." Loss at top left corner, affecting "F" in "Farm," and some loss of text at fold on bottom third of sheet.

GLC07212

1789/07/07

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Manuscript document

Title: Extract from a report of the Secretary of War to the President of the United States

Relays some observations "resulting from a general view of the Indian Department...with the hope that some of them might be considered as proper principles to be interwoven in a general System for the government of Indian Affairs." Discusses Indian land rights and boundary disputes, advocating for Indians to "possess the right of soil of all lands within their limits." Also discusses Indian sovereignty, western expansion, assimilation, gift-giving, missionary work, and managing United States-Indian relations.

GLC07379

February 19, 1791

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Is annoyed at Knox for not having written in a month and says, "It appears you are done writing me...but I was in hopes we should part friends at least, whenever you found it necessary to shake off your old friend give him a hearing before you adopted such violent measures." Provides Knox with an update regarding the Massachusetts legislature and it is plans to sell lands. Believes they need to do what they must to secure those lands, even if it means paying a little more. Says they "have leave to bring in a bill" for Knox's planned canal and that "it will pass without any difficulty."…

GLC02437.04861

[1733]/05/08

Van Hoesen, Jacob Janse, fl. 1733

Manuscript document signed

Title: Sale of property to Leyslar van Hoesen

GLC03107.04906

1711/12/11

Hunter, Robert, 1664-1734

Manuscript document

Title: Answers to objections to the settlement of the palatins in New York

The document defends Robert Livingston's choice of land to settle his palatins in New York. Docketed on p.4.

GLC03107.04941

1780/04/24

Manuscript

Title: A caveat concerning the mortgage of a tract of land called the "Oblong"

The author of the document explains when and from whom he purchased a tract of land known as the "oblong."

GLC03107.04948

1717/06/03

Vosburgh, P./Martinse, P., fl. 1717

Manuscript document

Title: Acknowledgement of land belonging to Lambert Janse van Arsteyn

GLC03107.04900

1724/02/04

Ten Broeck, Johannis, fl. 1724

Manuscript document signed

Title: Deposition about fences surrounding a farm

GLC03107.04903

February 28, 1787

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to Henry Jackson

Discusses General [Rufus] Putnam as suitable candidate for handling their "eastern matters." Also suggests Colonel Maxwell and asks what Jackson thinks of him. Discusses a map that Captain Stone was to deliver to Jackson, possibly concerning Waldo patent lands. Thinks that if General [Benjamin Lincoln] is not chosen to attend the Philadelphia convention in May, Jackson should send him to the Cincinnati (referring to a meeting of the Society of the Cincinnati) with Brooks, Hull and Jackson himself. Comments, "Why do you not get your diplomas? Our friend Genl Washington must die - a diploma of…

GLC02437.03474

February 7, 1790

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes, "I am glad you have sent one of your Reports to the Governour [sic] because he has been not a little displeased with you in consequence of some Letter you have lately writen [sic] him in your Official Character in which I believe he thinks was not expressed respectfull enough to the first magistrate of this Commonwealth- what it was, or what about I know not- but I have several times been ask'd what you had done to offend the Governour-" Discusses Knox's petition, which has been stopped in the Senate. Also gives details of the dishonest conduct of Thomas & Brown in relation to…

GLC02437.04500

1854/06/29

Pierce, Franklin, 1804-1869

Autograph document

Title: Affix seal to ratification of Gadsen purchase

Affix seal to ratification of Gadsen purchase (presently Arizona and New Mexico)

GLC07989

1818/12/24

Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848

Letter signed

Title: Fowarding his correspondence with Spain

Fowarding his correspondence with Spain: The purchase of Florida, Seminole war, Andrew Jackson and execution of Arbuthnot and Ambrister.

GLC07981

14 Novemer 1799

Houston, Robert, 1765-1824

Manuscript document signed

Title: [Account]

Lists transactions between Henry Knox and Robert Houston regarding land surveys, contracts and other related business.

GLC02437.08760

February 9, 1796

Dawes, Thomas, 1731-1809

Document signed

Title: [Resolution by the Massachusetts legislature regarding Henry Knox's petition]

Resolution by the Massachusetts legislature regarding Henry Knox's petition. Grants to Knox and his partners the land the petitioned for. Also with the name of John Bacon as if signed.

GLC02437.09261

February 7, 1790

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Anthony Wayne

Signed "HK." Discusses the Creek Indians in Georgia. Agrees with Wayne about the utility of rifles. Asks if maybe Wayne's informant was mistaken in saying that the Creeks received 6000 muskets from the Spaniards. Writes about whether or not Georgia has a constitutional right to sell any of the Western lands not legally purchased from the natives, and says the result will soon be known. Assumes that a company of troops formerly discussed will be ready to march soon. States, "The subject of the creek business is under the consideration of the legislature...The late sales of Georgia has operated…

GLC02437.04502

February 28, 1796

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Thomas Vose

Writes to make sure Vose is keeping up with the efforts to apprehend Samuel Ely and the other insurgents threatening to destroy land and property belonging to Knox in Maine. Reports that the Massachusetts government has taken steps to protect Knox's property. Provides information on Ely's background and plans. Hopes not to have to come to Maine until April.

GLC02437.06643

1902/09/26

Cogbill, Philip V., fl. 1902

Envelope

Title: [Envelope]

Envelope is addressed to "Mr. E.R. Archer, Tredegar Iron Works, Richmond, Va." Notation in pen and pencil reads: "Deed of Borjams Sale of Manchester Land Co. & 750.00. 5 lots 150 ft. [illegible]5 & 750 paid for in stock - I Put deed In pockit Book- letter from Adamson & Morton."

GLC01896.143

1881/05/09-1917/08/06

Archer, Edward R., fl. 1830-1917

Manuscript document

Title: [Account book of E. R. Archer]

Property and financial account book. P. 1 - 17 record the building and maintenance of the "dwelling house on Franklin Street" 1881/5/9 - 1896/10/2; p 18 - 51 record the building and maintenance expenses for the "house on 6th Street" 1890/5/1 - 1917/8/6; p. 100-102, 117-120 "Bank & other stocks etc. / Aaron Jeffery in a/c with E.R. Archer." Black leather spine and corners; green, red, yellow, horizontal marbled boards

GLC01896.164

1867/09/15

Farragut, Virginia L., fl. 1860-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: To [Dr. R.W. Jeffery]

Discussion of Jeffrey's "lots" in Seattle, including which individuals to forward enquiries to and the possibility of being "redeemed" for the selling of lots done to pay taxes. Mentions requesting information of Lan Mill, and advises Jeffery to inform Yesler "...Admiral Farragut advises you to ask information of him as is the fact..." adding "I expect you will laugh at my perserverance but you must remember I have lived long enough amongst the Yankees to learn some of their ways. Note: pages 5-6 have the following dimensions 15 x 14 cm.

GLC01896.091

1792 circa

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Manuscript document

Title: [Facts pertaining to a land dispute between William Tudor and General Jackson]

Circa date is based on the year the dispute took place. Jackson (possibly Henry Jackson of Massachusetts) and Tudor, acting as agents for separate companies, made offers for the same parcel of land to the Eastern Committee for Lands. A competition for the lands ensued after Jackson accused Tudor of driving up the land price. Presents details of the case. Possibly refers to William Tudor, a member of George Washington's staff during the Revolutionary War, and later a Massachusetts statesman.

GLC02437.09448

1791/03/15

Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826

Letter signed

Title: to Gov. of Georgia re: transmitting copies of various acts of Congress

Various acts of Congress: Whiskey tax, the capitol, treasury dept., salaries of the Executive Dept., post office, pensions for invalids, support of light-houses, reducing the public debt, granting lands to settlers in the Northwest territory, raising an additional regiment to protect the frontiers, the U.S. Mint, and provisions for temporary jails when necessary. Docketed.

GLC04675.01

1803/03/07

Broadside

Title: Lancaster Journal Extra [announcing transfer of Louisiana from Spain to France]

Announces the transfer of the Territory of Louisiana by Spain back to France in order to complete the Louisiana Purchase.

GLC04721

1783 ca.

Norton, John, fl. 1783

Manuscript document

Title: Forwarding a memorial of the Six Nations [Iroquois] to the British

Document requesting compensation from the British for the loss of their lands in the United States during the Revolutionary War. "That in consideration of the loyal attachment and exertions of the Six Nations in his Majesty's service during the American war, and the loss of their lands in consequence thereof...." Seeks confirmation of a land grant. Norton was an adopted Chief of the Iroquois Indian nation.

GLC06763