19 May 1783

Trumbull, Jonathan, Jr., 1740-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Jonathan Trumbull Jr., as Washington's secretary, requests that Knox and General Huntington attend a dinner with General Washington the next day and then select the best ground for the celebration of peace. Noted as written at Head Quarters.

GLC02437.02127

20 July 1813

Wilson, John, 1777-1848

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Informs Aaron Hobart that he is enclosing "Custie's Oration 2 Robert Goodloe Harper's Address at our Russian Celebration." Mentions a confidential message from the President which its effect "may be known in a few days."

GLC06313.04.030

1915

Newspaper clipping

Title: 8 News articles [decimalized: a-c]

Collateral: 81 News articles, mostly 1915-1925. The articles were written after Grant's death (bulk: early 20th century). Includes four articles about Susan B. Anthony centenary celebrations in 1920; two articles written by Grant's Granddaughter; stories and remembrances of Grant; and news concerning memorials, statues and his tomb in New York. Also includes Articles relating to Grant centenary (4/1922), Grant-Dent Memorial Association. Many of the articles have St. Louis imprint. Some are German language newspapers regarding Grant.

GLC04360.119

4 July 1873

Smith, Gerrit, 1797-1874

Printed document

Title: Let crushed Cuba arise! Substance of the speech of Gerrit Smith, in Syracuse, July 4th 1873.

Smith writes, "In our Fourth of July celebrations there are two events, which, far above all other events, we come together to celebrate. One of these is the deliverance of our country, nearly a century ago, from political despotism, and the other is the practical recognition by our nation, a few years since, of the grand doctrine that 'all men are created equal.'"

GLC04717.63

28 May 1865

Donahue, Thomas, fl. 1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Almira Winchell

Discusses the Grand Review of the Armies in Washington, D.C. Describes some of the signs hung on buildings that welcomed the soldiers home. Accompanied by an envelope printed with the insignia of the Fifth Corps.

GLC04706.16

December 28, 1864

Donahue, Thomas, fl. 1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Almira Winchell

Written from Camp Battery B. Writes that the battery fired a 100 gun salute in celebration of [General William T] Sherman's capture of Savannah, Georgia. Thinks the winter campaigns are over. Describes how he and his friends spent Christmas.

GLC04706.13

4 January 1863

Magie, James K., fl. 1862-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mary Magie

Headquarters 78th Regt. Ill. Vol. Misdated 1862, discusses Morgan's raid at New Haven, see GLC05241.02. Recounts more of his adventures as a spy dressed in rebel uniform. Mentions his capture of a Confederate named Floyd Price. Asks for a copy of the Macomb Journal, which printed his New Years Address. Notes that the "colored ladies" of the town held a reception for them. Briefly mentions Unionist civilians.

GLC05241.03

8 January 1863

Magie, James K., fl. 1862-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mary Magie

Writes from Headquarters of the 78th Regt, Illinois Volunteers. Notes that he has not received a letter from her in two weeks. Informs her about friends who were killed or wounded in recent fighting. Yesterday, January 7th, was his 37th birthday and he displays a hint of a mid-life crisis. Mentions Unionist civilians.

GLC05241.04

December 17, 1864

Walbridge, Charles E., 1842-?

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Louise Walbridge

George H. Thomas' victory over John B. Hood, excitement over Sherman's march in Georgia, hopeful that peace is near, and wishes he was home for the holidays.

GLC04663.54

circa December 25, 1864

Walbridge, Charles E., 1842-?

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Louise Walbridge

Tells of the Christmas telegram sent from [General William T.] Sherman to [President Abraham] Lincoln offering his gift of the city of Savannah, Georgia. Mentions receiving a gift from George and awaiting a package from home.

GLC04663.55

19 November 1865

Walbridge, Charles E., 1842-?

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Louise Walbridge

Writes that he is still selling his stock. "[W]ent within ten miles of the Savannah river. I found the country almost a desert, and all the people as poor as rats. Some who formerly had splendid dwellings surrounded by every luxury, are now living in little log cabins formerly occupied by slaves...I know a man in this village who had nearly a thousand bales on hand when Sherman's army entered the place, twelve hours later he had not a single bale. This cotton, if he now had it, would be worth over $150,000." Notes that many people wish to buy his stock but have no money. Writes that…

GLC04663.71

17 November 1865

Walbridge, Louise, fl. 1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Charles Walbridge

Acknowledges receipt of handbills. Hopes Charles will be home for the holidays. News from family friends. Attends a reception.

GLC04663.72

15 September 1776

Knox, William, 1756-1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Complains that Henry has not written to him recently and explains how he has received information from Lucy Knox and Mrs. Jonathan Pollard. Claims that they do not have many good sources for the news in Boston. Indicates that a British ship called the Mifford is seizing any vessel that comes near it in the bay. Mentions plans to mobilize troops from Connecticut. Notes that Benjamin Franklin, Edward Rutledge, and John Adams were being sent by Congress to meet with William Howe, a peace conference that later proved unsuccessful. Mentions reports of a battle on Lake Champlain. Business has…

GLC02437.00445

February 21, 1863

Walbridge, Charles E., 1842-?

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Louise Walbridge

Talks about family affairs: his sister Sarah's illness and her decision to wean the baby; his wish to attend a party; asks about Louise's birthday.

GLC04663.14

11 December 1863

Walbridge, Charles E., 1842-?

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Louise Walbridge

Notes that he received a piece of wedding cake. Discusses the Sanitary Commission, the sinking of the "Weehawken," and an explosion in Fort Sumter, which was followed by Union mortar fire. Sarah sent him a book entitled, "The Wife's Strategy," which he finds "very lively, entertaining, home sort of book . . . ."

GLC04663.28

21 December 1863

Walbridge, Charles E., 1842-?

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Louise Walbridge

Some members of the regiment went home on a recruiting campaign. Walbridge asked them to stop by the house. Reflects on the coming Christmas and Christmas past. Briefly discusses Hugo's description of the battle of Waterloo.

GLC04663.29

24 June 1782

Peirce, Joseph, 1745-1828

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Written by Peirce to Major General Knox. References Knox's letter of 12 June. Says he did not take care of the business with Mr. Hurd until this morning and that he received from him an 80 dollar note of Mr. [Robert?] Morris. Says that Knox can now draw on him for the money. Says he has not yet received money owed to his brother [William Knox?]. Says no news from Boston, but that "We have had great doings here on the birth of a Dauphin of France." Also reports that "The Chevalier S.[?] Breck, made a grand Entertain[ment] & his house and Gardens were beautifully illuminated, and by far…

GLC02437.01465

1 January 1792

Randall, Thomas, ?-1811

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses financial arrangements with a Mr. Delafield and a Mr. [William Stephens] Smith. Relates that two ships have recently arrived from London, but he was surprised not to receive any letters from Mr. [Samuel] Shaw. Discusses his inability to proceed with their business affairs until he hears from Shaw. Wishes Knox and his wife "the compliments of the Season."

GLC02437.05284

10 June 1787

North, William, 1755-1836

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks that Major [George] Turner send a copy of the proceedings of the Society of the Cincinnati's last general meeting (May 1787) to the Massachusetts branch before the 4th of July. Mentions a resolution, presumably discussed at the meeting. Notes that [Pierre] L'Enfant hopes Knox will inform him that he supported the resolution. Reports that he will not be in Boston for the 4th of July. Stamped "N-York" on the address leaf. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.03576

23 December 1790

Procter, Thomas, 1739-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Proctor informs Secretary of War Knox that officers of the Philadelphia militia are eager to welcome President George Washington, as well as Knox himself, on New Year's Day.

GLC02437.04806

6 May 1790

Mooney, William, ?-1832

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Invites Knox for dinner on 12 May at three o' clock to celebrate the first anniversary of the Society of St. Tammany or Columbian Order.

GLC02437.04595

5 January 1821

Smith, Albert, 1793-1867

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Wishes Hobart a Happy New Year. Mentions that "the noise has not subsided regarding the post offices in Hanson & Pembroke." Also asks him to send a copy of the Intelligencer.

GLC06313.04.089

circa 1940-1945

Scrapbook

Title: Scrapbook, Vol. II.

1 a. Calling card. "The Honorable John Henry Hilldring, Assistant Secretary of State, Washington D.C." [n.d.] b. Calling card. "Henrik de Kauffmann Ambassadeur de Danemark." [n.d.] c. Army Service Forces. Invitation: Washington, D.C., to John Hilldring re: reception in honor of General Brehon Somervell. 12 Oct 1945 d. Calling card. "Ambassador of India." [n.d.] e. Calling card. "Mr. Binay Ranjan Sen, Minister of India." [n.d.] 2 Szymczak, M. S. TLS to John Hilldring re: Thanksgiving sentiments. 15 Nov 1943 3 a. Lyttelton, Oliver, and Col. J. J. Llewellin. Invitation to…

GLC06196.106

circa 1940-1945

Scrapbook

Title: Scrapbook, Vol. III.

1 Adjutant General's Office. Official announcement of the establishment of the Civil Affairs Division 4 May 1943 2 Beta Theta Pi Magazine. Clippings: "The Second Military List of Beta Theta Pi (World War II);" Columbia University; and "Civil Affairs Division, USA." Oct 1943 3 a. Clipping from [?]: "News & Comments." [n.d.] b. Clipping from [?]: "Gen. Hilldring to Head Civil Affairs Division." [n.d.] c. Clipping from [?]: "Army and Navy Legion of Valor." [n.d.] d. American Relief for Italy, Inc. List of the Board of Directors and members. [n.d.] 3 e. Washington Post.…

GLC06196.107

October 2, 1862

Hughes, Alfred, fl. 1862-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mary Hughes

Birthdays of his wife and daughter; making her a present; inquiring after the children.

GLC02166.080