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1808/01/21

Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826

Autograph letter signed

Title: to J. Dorsey re: progress in manufactures, system of weights & measures, decimal

GLC04491

February 28, 1785

Washington, George, 1732-1799

Manuscript letter

Title: to Henry Knox

Later copy of a letter by George Washington to Henry Knox, discussing, a gift Washington has received from the Virginia State Legislature, and his desire not to accept any such gifts. Also mentions his need for limestone and other personal affairs. Copy made 6 March 1854.

GLC02437.09329

1872/12/05

Jeffery, Richard W., fl. 1855-1899

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Jeffery

Reports on the weather in Petersburg (cold with snow) and then goes on to comment on Aaron's studies. He compliments him on his interest in history and philosophy but cautions him not to neglect to also "...study grammar, dictionary & ciphering." Richard also mentions their aquaintance William R. Galt, a photograph received of their cousin Fanny [Timberlake], his confining schedule, and the building of an ice making factory.

GLC01896.094

1878/10/08

Archer, William M., fl. 1863-1878

Autograph letter signed

Title: to [Edward R. Archer]

Impending Bankruptcy of the Vulcan Iron Works, William's financial woes and his attempts to remedy the situation. Written on "Vulcan Iron Works" stationery: "Manufacturers of Every Variety of Bolts. Nuts and Washers, Iron Railings. Iron Works for Bridges and Buildings. Engines, Saw Mills and Machinery on Short Notice."

GLC01896.104

1879/12/26

Anderson, Joseph Reid, 1813-1892

Document

Title: to A.G. Osterbind

A printed copy of the correspondence. Thanks for the Christmas gifts [a beautifully engraved silver bowl and a "gold-head cane"] given by the committee [the Osterbinds and Perrini] representing the employees and sons of employees of Anderson. the gifts were in commemoration for "more than a quarter century" the employees have served Anderson. Printed document with "Correspondence" heading and page numbers "3" and "4", corresponding to the front and back sides of the document. Appearing as Osterb[struck: e][inserted: i]nd -- having been mispelt -- corrections were made with a pen. Written at…

GLC01896.107

1880/12/10

Jeffery, Richard W., fl. 1855-1899

Autograph letter signed

Title: to [Edward R. Archer]

Jeffery's decision to withdraw himself from business "operations," as "the prospects of the company" seem to go against his best interest at this time.

GLC01896.109

1880/12/13

Jeffery, Richard W., fl. 1855-1899

Autograph note signed

Title: to [Edward R. Archer]

Written on U.S. postal card and addressed to "Edward Archer Esqr., Tredegar Works." Requests that Archer ignore previous letter, as Jeffrey's family is opposed to his withdrawal from the business [GLC 1896.109].

GLC01896.110

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

1878/07/20-1878/12/31

Archer, Edward R., fl. 1830-1917

Diary

Title: Memorandum book of E.R. Archer

Front cover: "Notes on a trip to Europe in 1878--" Inside back cover: "Memorandum book of E. R. Archer Richmond, Virginia July 20, 1878." From the front [to back], the book acts as a narrative diary, and includes drawings and descriptions of machinery for water works, steel manufacturing, and other industrial pursuits. From the back [to front], the book is an expense account beginning shortly before Archer embarked on the trip. The middle of the book recounts vacation in Ireland, Scotland, London, Paris and Germany with a list of purchases made in these countries. Calf bound, title…

GLC01896.161

1878/08/04-1878/10/01

Archer, Edward R., fl. 1830-1917

Letterbook

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

"Wedgewood's Improved Copy Book." Letterpress copy book from Europe to Archer's family and friends. The index of letters copied on the inside front cover indicates a much longer list of correspondence [and a longer journey] than is presently contained in the copy book. Index includes 39 letters dating 1878/08/02-1878/12/05. Also, includes one loose sheet of paper reading: "Kirkwood's book on Filtration contains descriptions of the following water works (Contents)". Blue and white printed paper covers, product label, 12.5 x 9 cm pasted to front cover, tissue paper leaves.

GLC01896.162

1882/09/21-1896/05/17

Archer, Edward R., fl. 1830-1917

Scrapbook

Title: [Scrapbook of E.R. Archer]

Scrapbook containing programs, correspondence, and newspaper clippings relating to the variously named Richmond Mozart Association and two or three clippings relating to the death of Joseph R. Anderson, Confederate general and owner of the Tredegar Iron Works. Notation on fly "E. R. Archer from Annie W. Jeffery X mas - 1890". Green leather spine and corners, vertical red and blue marbled boards. "Scrap Book" blind stamped on spine.

GLC01896.165

1898/09/16

Post, W.A. , fl. 1890-1898

Typed letter

Title: to whom it may concern

Header: "Newport News Shipbuilding & Dry Dock Co." Re: letter certifying that Edwin T. Kerr and associates were sold "...a quantity of the punchings from the [metal] plates used in the construction of the U.S. Battleship 'Illinois.' " The understanding was that these would be "...manufactued into souvenirs of the launching of the ship..."

GLC01896.130

1898/09/20

Kerr, Edwin T., fl. 1890-1898

Typed letter

Title: to unknown

"We are sending you under separate cover a souvenir of the launching of the U.S.S Battleship "Illinois"..." The souvenirs were made from the small pieces punched out of the ship's thinner plates before they were riveted to the ship.

GLC01896.131

1901/03/09

Archer, Edward R., fl. 1830-1917

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert W. Jeffery

Archer recounts his acquaintance and satisfaction with Jeffery's good service at Tredegar Iron works and "in the various Depts for 10 years." He offers to vouch for Jeffery to help him get a job with the Proped Steel Car Co in Pittsburgh. Written on Tredegar Iron Works stationary.

GLC01896.140

1901/03/09

Ferguson, W.G., fl. 1901

Typed letter signed

Title: to whom it may concern

Letter of recommendation for Richard W. Jeffery from the treasurer of the Richmond Locomotive and Machine Works. "It gives me great pleasure to state I have known Mr. Richard W. Jeffery for the past 15 years, and know him to be sober, intelligent and of the highest charcater." Letterhead reads: "Richmond Locomotive and Machine Works. Locomotive Builders."

GLC01896.141

1866/12/20

Archer, Edward R., fl. 1830-1917

Autograph letter signed

Title: to friend Paddon

Requesting information about the process of pressing and refining the surplus coal at the Tredegar Iron Works into a saleable product for steamers through compression into blocks that burn longer and produce more steam than unrefined bituminous coal. Archer also gives Paddon information on mutual acquaintances within associated with the Virginia Volunteer Navy. Letter also contains the interesting contention that the spirit of rivalry between North and South has grown sharper since the end of the war and that far from "harmonizing," relations between the two sections are "as mixing oil with…

GLC01896.084

1900/07

Book

Title: A trip from Berlin C. to the Loewe Works

Souvenir photograph album. Ludwig, Loewe & Co., Berlin, N. W. "Eine Fahrt von Berlin C. naen den Werken von Ludw. Loewe & Co. A-G. ['A Trip from Berlin C. to the Loewe Works']." Cover art includes "Ludw. Loew & Co." seal and an U.S. and German flag crossed. Photographs include a number of places and happenings in Berlin, and many of the Works itself.

GLC01896.204

February 27, 1822

Bramhall, Benjamin, 1787-1828

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Bramwell, writing as one of Hobart's constituents, urges Hobart to aid in the passage of the Mackerel Fishery Bill, then before Congress.

GLC06313.04.164

February 8, 1786

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Manuscript letter signed

Title: to John Bryant

Discusses the need to capture "the villains who broke open the public store at Springfield" Writes, "In all cases of the kind the most vigorous search ought to be made to find out the culprits and to bring them to condign punishment..." Notes he has transmitted a certificate from the paymaster stating that Captain Bryant never received "the commutation and that you were never entitled to it..." Also indicates he has ordered Ralph Pomeroy to transport two hundred tons of shot and shells from Salisbury furnace to the armory at Springfield, Massachusetts and asks Bryant to provide itemized…

GLC03432.005