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to John Angier
February 10, 1845
Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848
Sends Angier a condolence letter upon the death of his wife (and Adams' niece), Abigail Smith Adams.
GLC05513
Register of debates in Congress: Volume IX.
1833
Polk, James K. (James Knox), 1795-1849
Published in Washington D.C. by Gales and Seaton. Signed by James K. Polk while a Tennessee Congressman. Includes debates on reduction of duties, public lands and import tariffs, nullification, debate of Jackson's proclamation, Calhoun's...
GLC05514
An Essay on Naturalization & Allegiance
1816
Demoulin, Jean Francis, fl. 1816
Printed by Daniel Rapine in Washington, D.C. Inscribed to James Madison in the author's hand but without signature: "To his Excellency James Madison, President of the United States, respectfully presented, by the Author --." Dedicated to James...
GLC05515
to John E. Wool
18 August 1854
Davis, Jefferson, 1808-1889
Written by Davis as Secretary of War to General Wool as Commander of the Department of the Pacific. References Wool's letter of 30 May 1854 and his own letters to Wool on 12 January 1854 and 14 April 1854. Expresses surprise and indignation at Wool...
GLC05518
[Cartes de visite of men of the 10th New York Heavy Artillery] [Decimalized .01- .26]
circa 1864
Mostly photographs by R. W. Addis, Washington. Includes images of Col. Alexander Piper, Lieut. Col. Arden, Maj. C.C. Abell, Maj. James Campbell, and others.
GLC05528
[Letter to a newspaper on how government can help fund internal improvements]
26 May 1818
Crawford, William Harris, 1772-1834
Writes about a resolution passed at the last session of Congress stating that "all companies or incorporations associated for opening roads & making canals which they may respectively concure, require & deserve the aid of the government ... " These...
GLC05530
to unknown
February 9, 1825
Clayton, Thomas, 1778-1854
Delaware's Senator Clayton communicates the House of Representatives election of John Quincy Adams to the presidency.
GLC05536
to George Washington
22 December 1799
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Introduces Rufus Davenport, a Boston merchant, to Washington. Writes that he, "like myriads of others, cannot die in peace, nor live with satisfaction, until they see you, who has done so much for them and for their Country!" Briefly discusses news...
GLC05544
to Benjamin Rush
19 September 1775
Lee, Charles, 1731-1782
Written by Major General Lee during the Siege of Boston to Rush as a doctor in private practice and a chemistry professor at Philadelphia Medical College. References Battle of Bunker Hill. Gives his sentiments on the situation of the siege. Says "I...
GLC05546
18 June 1780
Reed, Joseph, 1741-1785
Discusses General Washington's need for reinforcements in case British general Henry Clinton returns to New York before the arrival of the French fleet. Under these circumstances, Reed believes that Washington would be pushed to the Delaware River...
GLC05547
[Yes, in the world's eternal plan...]
circa 1876
Stedman, Edmund C., 1833-1908
Stedman wrote this poem upon the death of Horace Greeley to be read at the dedication of the Printer's Monument in Greeley's honor: "Yes, in the world's eternal plan / Divinity itself is given / To him who lives or dies for Man / And looks within...
GLC05508.234
to Papa
circa 1863
Stevenson, Robert Louis, fl. 1863
Written by Stevenson when he was thirteen to his father. He briefly discusses the weather and attending church.
GLC05508.235
The Religion of Benjamin Franklin
1919
Stifler, James Madison, 1875-?
Original edition of 1919 address.
GLC05508.236
to Rev. B. Tyler
3 December 1833
Storrs, Richard S. (Richard Salter), 1821-1900
Storrs declines Tyler's invitation to seek the pastorate of a church in Portland. He says he must serve a few more years at the American Home Mission Society and then return to his congregation at Braintree. He encourages Tyler to leave his...
GLC05508.237
[Not one throb of anguish...]
24 September 1895
Stowe, Harriet Beecher, 1811-1896
A quote from chapter 12 of Uncle Tom's Cabin: "Not one throb of anguish/ Not one tear of the opposed/ is forgiven by the Man of Sorrows/ the Lord of Glory/ In his patient generous bosom/ He bears the anguish of a world."
GLC05508.238
[Excerpt from "Learn to Grow Old"].
7 July 1979
Tournier, Paul, 1898-1986
The excerpt discusses concordance between experience and doctrine, and the comfort of facing death with Jesus. Signed and dated for inclusion in Bishop Earl G. Hunt's autograph collection.
GLC05508.246
[Excerpt from p. 15 of "Civilization on Trial"]
circa 1948
Toynbee, Arnold, fl. 1948
Discusses the possibility of a divine plan behind the rise and fall of civilizations and speculates that the means of progress in the plan is the learning caused by suffering due to civilization's failures. He cites, for example, Abraham as "an...
GLC05508.247
[This night is different...]
1945
Uris, Leon, fl. 1945
"This night is different because we celebrate the most important moment in the history of our people. On this night we celebrate their going forth in triumph from slavery to freedom."
GLC05508.248
to students of Marshall E. Bean
9 October 1969
Vonnegut, Kurt, 1922-2007
Vonnegut thanks the class for the Thanksgiving card and comments they sent him and explains that another "Mr. Bean" was the best teacher he had as a child. He includes a poem from one of his books about how the whole world is doing God's work. The...
GLC05508.250
to Leonard V. Fulton
December 17, 1962
Walker, Edwin A., 1909-1993
Walker responds to Fulton's questions about world peace and why his small son should have hope for the future. Walker is sure that "Christ will remain on this earth in spite of the evil forces that have never ceased to betray Him." He believes the...
GLC05508.251
to Harry Paisley
December 31, 1908
Wanamaker, John, 1838-1922
Wanamaker forwards a famous, out-of-print engraving to Paisley to cement their association in the work of the State Sunday School Association. Wanamaker writes: "The Sunday School work offers the best opportunity of usefulness that I know."
GLC05508.254
to Walter Schneider
1929-1945
Waters, Ethel, ?
Waters details her recent illness and hospital stay and gives thanks for the many letters of encouragement from her fans. She also discusses making Christian music. A handwritten inscription discussing her new album and personal replies to fan mail...
GLC05508.256
to Editors
circa 1830-1843
Webster, Noah, 1758-1843
Webster responds to charges that he is against using the Bible in the classroom and stresses that he has endeavored to remove all objections to studying the Scripture in school. He believes that correcting the language is one way to remove such...
GLC05508.258
to Mr. Jacks
circa 1916
Wells, H.G., fl. 1916
Wells discusses the publication of his "little book" [God the Invisible King]. He had hoped to have the book published in early 1917, but this will not happen because Mr. Jacks publishes quarterly. He does not care about price. He also remarks his...
GLC05508.259
8 September 1881
Whittier, John G., 1807-1892
Whittier writes that he is glad to see the doctrine of eternal hell and eternal suffering being abandoned. He believes that the future will provides an opportunity to turn and repent. He comments that he and his correspondent were on opposing sides...
GLC05508.261
[Decimalized: John G. Whittier letter and poem].
1879
GLC05508.262
to George Sylvester Viereck
February 14, 1929
Wilhelm II, Kaiser, 1859-1941
Wilhelm comments that he wrote a preface to a German edition (title not mentioned) to "correct erroneous views still prevalent about Empress Frederick." He also discuss debates about the "New Religion" and the "hopeless chaos in American spirits"...
GLC05508.263
[I am the Lord your God...]
2 January 1973
Wilkins, Roy, 1901-1981
Wilkins quotes Leviticus 26:13: "I am the Lord your God, which brought you forth and out of the land of Egypt, that ye should not be their boundmen; and I have broken the bonds of your yoke, and made you go upright." From the Bishop Earl Hunt...
GLC05508.264
[Endorsement on Memorandum]
10 May 1832
William IV, 1765-1837
Endorsement trimmed from original document and adhered to a card.
GLC05508.265
to Miss Fenwick
10 April 1836
Wordsworth, William, 1770-1850
Wordsworth solicits Fenwick for funds on behalf of a church in Cockermouth in need of expansion.
GLC05508.269
[Man's natural demands are God's only commands...]
7 August 1860
Wright, Henry C., 1797-1870
Wright writes: "Man's natural demands are God's only commands./ Who so best understands the demands of his nature & most perfectly & healthfully supplies them, best understands & most perfectly obeys the commands of God." Removed from an autograph...
GLC05508.270
Emancipation Proclamation
circa 1863-1864
Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865
Rufus Blanchard edition. Signed in print by Abraham Lincoln as the President and William H. Seward as Secretary of State. The printer, Rufus Blanchard, states the importance of the Emancipation Proclamation in a footnote: "This Proclamation is an...
GLC05508.272
to Atlee Kohl
February 9, 1989
Arnaz, Desi, Jr., 1953-
Arnaz responds to Kohl's solicitation letter. Arnaz discusses his struggles to deal with fear and anxiety, which initially led him to believe "personal gain eases personal pain." He later discovered the real gains in life are spiritual, and that...
GLC05508.274
19 October 1988
Bellamy, Ralph, 1904-1991
A response to Kohl's solicitation letter. Bellamy writes of his belief in a "force" behind creation. He doesn't necessarily call this force God, but he does worship it.
GLC05508.275
circa 1987-1989
Leigh, Janet, fl. 1987-1989
Response to Kohl's solicitation letter. Leigh discusses the influence religion has had on her and her belief in God. As she matured, a structure to house her God, labels, and denominations became unnecessary because, she believes, the Supreme Being...
GLC05508.276
December 1, 1987
Buckley, William F., 1925-2005
Response to Kohl's solicitation letter. Buckley writes: "I believe in the Apostle's Creed, and you hardly need to go to any trouble, or to put me to any, to frame it. Please keep the $200. With all good wishes."
GLC05508.277
13 December 1987
Cummings, Robert, fl. 1987
Response to Kohl's solicitation letter. Cummings writes that one can accomplish anything by acting with all their heart. This can be achieved by focusing on God rather than the seeming impossibility of the task at hand. One just has to believe they...
GLC05508.281
February 27, 1987
Day, Doris, 1924-2019
Response to Kohl's solicitation letter. Although at first reluctant to include her religious views in the Woodland Historical Document Collection, Day writes: "My religion is what I feel inside, and my own personal contact with my maker. I talk to...
GLC05508.282
3 October 1988
De Havilland, Olivia, 1916-2020
Response to Kohl's solicitation letter. Olivia de Havilland writes that she cannot adequately describe her religious views at this time because her life is too demanding to afford her the necessary time for reflection. She does add, however, that...
GLC05508.283
6 May 1989
Goulet, Robert, 1933-2007
Response to Kohl's solicitation letter. Goulet mentions being brought up Roman Catholic. He talks to Jesus often and does not fear death because he is anticipating eternal existence. He is no longer a practicing Catholic, but a good Christian and...
GLC05508.285
January 29, 1987
Landry, Tom, 1924-2000
Response to Kohl's solicitation letter. Landry discusses being raised Methodist and going to church. At 33 he realized he was not really a christian, only a churchgoer. He tried to be the best football player and coach he could, but felt empty...
GLC05508.286
2 December 1988
Neal, Patricia, 1926-?
Response to Kohl's solicitation letter. Neal includes an excerpt from her 1988 autobiography, "As I am," written at the Abbey of Regina Laudis, a Benedictine monastery, where she made "sense of all the tragedies in her life" and renewed her faith in...
GLC05508.288
15 December 1987
Schuller, Robert Harold, 1927-2015
Response to Kohl's solicitation letter. Schuller writes that as a Christian pastor, he embraces great landmarks of Biblical faith--the Ten Commandments, Beatitudes, etc. He sees each persona as infinitely precious, and esteems all, including his...
GLC05508.290
4 April 1995
Templeton, John, 1912-?
Response to Kohl's solicitation letter. Templeton writes a credo that people pursuing the humble way to God could adopt. It is summed up in the final line: "God is all of you and you are a little part of him."
GLC05508.291
17 October 1988
Windom, William, 1923-?
Response to Kohl's solicitation letter. Windom quotes Alfred Lord Tennyson: " 'What is it all but a trouble of ants in the gleam of a million million suns?' Sums it up neatly for me"
GLC05508.292
Debates, resolutions and other proceedings of the Convention of... Massachusetts
1808, 1818
Bowdoin, James Temple, 1776-1842
Debates of the state convention in 1789 to ratify the Constitution. Printed by Oliver & Munroe, and Joshua Cushing. Signed and dated on titlepage by Bowdoin in 1818. Ex-Barlow copy with plate; Ex-Clements Library.
GLC05509
Free Soil, Free Speech, Free Press. Fremont. [Fremont & Dayton election ribbon]
1856
Fremont, John Charles, 1813-1890
White printed ribbon depciting Fremont as the explorer, mounted on a horse and pointing? to the left.
GLC05510
Perry's Victory [Battle of Lake Erie, poem illustrated with woodcut]
1813 ca.
Sold by J.G. Hunt "South Side City Wharf." Celebrating Oliver H. Perry's naval victory on Lake Erie, Sept. 10.
GLC05511
to Edwin McMasters Stanton
2 October 1866
Baily, Joseph, 1810-1885
Working draft of letter of Baily, a former U.S. Representative from Pennsylvania, to the Secretary of War Stanton regarding President Andrew Johnson's reconstruction policies. Informs Stanton, Secretary of War that "the union party at this time is...
GLC05512
[Endorsement on a British citizen's request to leave the Confederacy]
January 24, 1864
Campbell, John Archibald, 1811-1889
Written on half-sheet of paper. Contains a request from Thomas Fitzpatrick to the Secretary of War. Fitzpatrick writes, "I am a native of Ireland and a subject of Great Britain. My trade is house-painting, and I am not only out of employment, and...
GLC05516
[Parole for C. Lucian Jones]
1 May 1865
Forrest, French, 1796-1866
Forrest signed as Flag Officer, Confederate Navy. He was commander of the James River Squadron. Co-signed by William Hartsuff, Brigadier General, United States Army. Parole for Jones, Assistant Paymaster, Confederate Army after the surrender of...
GLC05517
[General Lyon authorizes the return of a horse]
25 June 1862
Lyon, Nathaniel, 1818-1861
"Allow Mr Douglas to take a horse from the stable which he represents was forced in the service from our friends." Accompanied by a brief descriptive statement on a separate sheet of paper.
GLC05519
to John W. Thomas
31 August 1848
Thomas, George Henry, 1816-1870
Writes to his brother about the dwindling army of occupation, as the war had ended in February. Assures his brother that he will assist in relocating the family to Norfolk. Plans on being discharged soon but will apply for a furlough in October in...
GLC05520
Message of the President [re: Treaty of New Echota between US & Cherokee]
1863/02/20
Offering Confederate recognition of the treaty of New Echota between the U. S. and Cherokees of North Carolina.
GLC05521
[Collection of 5 letters to his friend and wife] [Decimalized .01-.05]
1862-1864
Hallidy, Adam, M., fl. 1862-1865
Adam M. Hallidy was a Union Army soldier during the Civil War and was in Company K, 2nd D.C. Volunteers. He married his friend Maggie McClelland 19 March 1864.
GLC05522
[State flag printed "Arkansas"]
1860
Cotton Arkansas state flag with red and white stripes and a blue field with stars; "ARKANSAS." painted in black at center. Accompanied by a much later note reading: "[From the] Wigwam Convention 1860 - Chicago. State flag for Abraham Lincoln."
GLC05523
[Proceedings and address of the Constitutional Convention]
March 19, 1861
Calhoun & Johnson (printers), fl. 1861
Discusses the nomination of delegates selected to attend a Missouri Convention to address the issue of secession. States "It is not a convention to amend, make or alter or change our constitution: but one to consider whether Missouri shall...
GLC05524
$100.00 reward!
February 12, 1861
Lincoln, Arch., fl. 1861
Runaway slave broadside with stock wood cut of a runaway. For a slave named Lewis, "aged about 31 years, heavy set, about 5 feet 5 or 6 inches high, inclined to be bow legged, dark complexion, and will weigh 175 or 180 pounds..." Dated from Liberty...
GLC05525
[California Gold Rush travel accounts] [Decimalized]
1849-1850
Four individual accounts from men traveling to California to seek their fortunes.
GLC05527
to his parents
28 June 1900
Hynde, R.R., fl. 1900
Eyewitness account of the boxer rebellion.
GLC05532
Elizabeth Stevenes widow being now in the 60 year of my age.
16 April 1673
Bradstreet, Simon, ?-1697
Deposition sworn before Bradstreet concerning the medical mis-treatment of her brother's son Samuel.
GLC05534
to The Province of Massachusetts Bay
7 April 1770
Ward, Artemas, 1727-1800
Signed by Massachusetts commissioner Brattle and countersigned by Artemas Ward (four times), Samuel Crosby, and Edward Flindt as Selectmen of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts. Provides list of expenses for the poor transient William Quirk, including room...
GLC05535
1784/08/10
Ellery, William, 1727-1820
Asks his correspondent to deliver a letter. Requests that he be sent an act from his correspondent's state concerning interstate import duties. Discusses Rhode Island's opposition to impost duties called for by Congress under the Articles of...
GLC05538
to Thomas Sim Lee
December 18, 1780
Greene, Nathanael, 1742-1786
Written by Major General Greene as commander of the Southern District to Maryland Governor Lee. Congratulates Lee on his reappointment to the governorship. Says Major General William Smallwood will be delivering this letter. Requests aid for his...
GLC05539
to Edward Wigglesworth
28 June 1792
Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804
Circular letter. As Secretary of the Treasury Hamilton tells Wigglesworth of Newburyport, Massachusetts (possibly port collector there) to henceforth deposit no public monies in the Bank of Massachusetts, but rather to deposit them in the United...
GLC05540
[Petition to New York Governor George Clinton for help against Indian attacks]
February 8, 1781
Billinger, Peter, fl. 1781
Signed by fifteen inhabitants of German Flats and Kingsland during the American Revolution. Describes previous attacks, claiming that the "enemy have already burnt two hundred and twenty buildings" and "reduced from 450 to 139 capable of bearing...
GLC05541
to Captain Denny
1794/07/19
Irvine, William, 1741-1804
Discusses a dispute between the United States and the Six Nations over land. Contends that "there is nothing in the Constitution...that gives the Legislature much less the Executive a shadow of Power to cede...a single foot of ground, the...
GLC05542
to Henry Jackson
1 June 1777
Discusses their correspondence and friendship, affirming that he feels "the same sublime disinterested friendship for you that has existed in both our bosoms for so long." Also discusses the possible appointment of the French general Charles Tronson...
GLC05543
to Nathanael Greene
June 3, 1782
Kościuszko, Tadeusz, 1746-1817
Kościuszko, a colonel and engineer in the Continental Army, discusses military preparations for the Yorktown campaign. Comments on his earthworks and the need for more troops to protect them. Letter written "at Colo. Mayens."
GLC05545
26 November 1779
Stark, John, 1728-1822
General Stark requests as much flour and corn meal for his brigade as can be collected, provisions needed for the upcoming winter. Mentions that General Enoch Poor's brigade would be stationed there for the winter also.
GLC05548
To the sheriff of Worcester County
14 July 1789
Accuses Elijah Newton of swearing, "Damn the Authority I swear by God I will kill any man that touchette me." Requests that the sheriff apprehends Newton and bring him before Ward so he may be dealt with.
GLC05549
Life of Alexander Hamilton Stephens
February 28, 1878
Stephens, Alexander Hamilton, 1812-1883
Signed 28 February 1879 in Washington, D.C. Published 1878 by J. B. Lippincott & Co. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Written by Richard Malcolm Johnston and William Hand Browne. With lengthy inscription to George M. Landers, written from the House...
GLC05551
A Comprehensive and Explanatory Dictionary of the English Language
1858/12/19
Nicolay, John G., 1832-1901
Published by Jenks, Hickling and Swann, 1854. Signed on front loose endpaper: "Jno G. Nicolay / Springfield, Ill. / Dec 19th 1858."
GLC05552
[Lincoln and Hamlin presidential election campaign banner, with eagle].
Printed cotton campaign banner showing an eagle with a long ribbon in his beak reading "Lincoln and Hamlin." The eagle holds a colored Columbia shield in its talons and only 6 arrows. Black ink (printed) with red and blue added in the shield.
GLC05553
Pencil sketches related to the Mississippi River near Vicksburg [Decimalized .01-.03]
Includes three pencil sketches, one created by Evelyn Kelsey aboard a Mississippi steamer. Accompanied by the original backing for each sketch. Backing consists of newspaper articles attached to Civil War military documents including lists of...
GLC05555
President Lincoln and General Grant on Peace and War.
1864
National Union Free Convention
Promotes the Union cause. Reprints an interview with Lincoln titled Mr. Lincoln's view of Democratic strategy, and a letter of General Grant dated 16 August 1864 to E.B. Washburne. Grant's letter informs that the Confederacy is very weak and losing...
GLC05556
President Jefferson Davis's Inaugural Address
circa February 22, 1862
Extra printing of Davis's speech from the Richmond Enquirer. The address was delivered on 22 February 1862. The paper was then published by Tyler, Wise & Allegre. Bottom of document mentions the evacuation of Nashville on February 22.
GLC05557.02
Union Martyrs. [Photographs of Union generals killed during the war (maquette)]
1864 ca.
Brady, Mathew B., 1823-1896
"Union Martyrs." Maquette of 17 trimmed CDVs of Union Generals killed in the Civil War, mounted on board (as a maquette) for reproduction by photographic studio. Attributed to Brady studio by previous owner. Each mounted with a white curling border...
GLC05558
to Louis Abraham
1879/02/18
Garfield, James A. (James Abram), 1831-1881
Discusses the separation of church and states. Corrects a misunderstanding from a speech in which he gave the impression that the "Constitution forbade the states to make any law in aid of religion." What he meant was that the spirit of American...
GLC05559
John Adolph Dahlgren. as admiral, standing full length portrait next to "Dahlgren" cannon
circa 1861-1865
Graphite inscription on recto "John Adolph Dahlgren." Graphite inscription on verso "Dalgreen [sic]." Photographers imprint on verso: "Brady's National Photographic Portrait Galleries No 352 Pennsylvania Av Washington DC & Broadway & Tenth Street New...
GLC05111.02.1434
As major general, seated 1/2 length portrait with crossed arms and wearing hat
Sheridan, Philip Henry, 1831-1888
Sheridan appears to be waering a non-uniform hat. Graphite inscription on verso "76" "Gen. Sheridan." Photographers imprint on verso: "Brady & Co.'s National Photographic Portrait Galleries No. 352 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington DC and Broadway &...
GLC05111.02.1438
Inaugural address of the President of the United States, on the fourth of March, 1861.
4 March 1861
Lincoln focuses on increasing his support in the North while attempting to not further alienate the South. He references four important documents: Henry Clay's 1850 Speech on compromise, Webster's reply to Hayne, Andrew Jackson's proclamation...
GLC05123
Stereocards, mostly Anthony War Views, O'Sullivan, etc. [decimalized]
1861-1865 ca.
271 stereocards primarily E. & H. T. Anthony's "War Views," and "Prominent Portraits." Other publishers include Timothy O'Sullivan, G.W. Pach and Taylor & Huntington. See separate database for a complete listing of images. Highlights include a "War...
GLC05137
Admiral John N. Dahlgreen, as rear-admiral, bust portrait with arms folded across his chest
Graphite inscription on recto "Dahlgreen[sic]." Graphite inscription on verso "Admiral Dahlg[ren]" "Admiral Dahlgreen[sic]."
GLC05111.02.1416
As Commodore, standing 3/4 length portrait
Perry, Matthew Calbraith, 1794-1858
Subject is wearing epaulettes, white gloves and is holding sword in his left hand. Graphite inscription on verso "Mathew Perry Japan Expedition." Photographers imprint on verso: "Published by E. Anthony 501 Broadway New York. From Photographic...
GLC05111.02.1417
Group portrait of Naval officers
Mount trimmed. Image shows thirteen Naval officers gathered on the deck of a large ship to pose for photo. In the background, on the aft-deck is a single sailor. Modern ink inscription on verso "888."
GLC05111.02.1418
As rear-admiral, standing 3/4 length portrait with right hand on table
Porter, David Dixon, 1813-1891
Subject has been identified as D. D. Porter, but this may not be correct. He is wearing a Naval officer's hat, white gloves, and his left hand grasps his lapel. Graphite inscription on verso "$6--" "Porter/2035." Photographers imprint on verso:...
GLC05111.02.1419
As rear-admiral, bust portrait
Ink inscription on recto "Adml. Porter U.S.N." Graphite inscription on verso "Adml. Porter." Photographers imprint on verso: "Published by E. & H. T. Anthony 501 Broadway New York. From Photographic Negative in Brady's National Portrait Gallery."
GLC05111.02.1420
As rear-admiral, seated full-length portrait with hands in lap
November 4, 1864
Porter is seated wearing Lincoln mourning ribbon. Graphite inscription on verso "Porter" "Admiral D. D. Porter Fair for S. & Sailor's Home Nov 4th 1863." Photographers imprint on verso: "O.H. Willard's Galleries, 1206 Chestnut St. No...
GLC05111.02.1421
As commodore, standing full-length portrait Napoleon pose
Reed (private), fl. 1862
Subject has a glove in his left hand, while his hat and sword rest on a pedestal beside him. Graphite inscription on recto "Reed Navy." Graphite inscription on verso "Com Reed." Photographers imprint on verso: "James W. Queen & Co. 924 Chestnut...
GLC05111.02.1422
As ensign [?], standing full-length portrait with sword in left hand
Russel
Graphite inscription on verso "Russel U.S.N.--Cut out the [illegible] at Pensacola."
GLC05111.02.1423
In Navy uniform rank obscured, vignette bust portrait
Roberts, William, fl. 1830-1869
Ink inscription on recto "Your Obt. Servant Wm. Roberts U.S.N." Photographers imprint on verso: "W. L. Germon's Atelier, No. 702 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia."
GLC05111.02.1424
Farragut, David Glasgow, 1801-1870
Ink inscription on recto "Farragut." Imprint on recto "Entered according to Act of Congress in the year 1862, by E. Anthony, in the Clerk's office of the District Court of the U.S. for the So. District of New York." Graphite inscription on verso...
GLC05111.02.1425
As rear-admiral, seated 1/2 length portrait with hat in lap, sword on hip
Graphite inscription on recto "Com. Farragut."
GLC05111.02.1426
As rear-admiral, seated 3/4 length portrait
Farragut is wearing dress uniform with epaulettes. His left hand holds his sword, and his hat rests on a table to his left. Imprint on recto "W. Bienmuller, Phot." Graphite inscription on verso "9/02." Ink inscription on verso "D.G. Farragut...
GLC05111.02.1427
Subject has his right arm on an arm-rest, his left hand is in his lap, and he is wearing a large ring on the left hand. Imprint on recto "J. Gurney & Son Photo, N.Y." Ink inscription on verso "D.G.Farragut vice-admiral." Photographers imprint on...
GLC05111.02.1428
Graphite inscription on image "Farragut." Graphite inscription on recto "Farragut." Photographers imprint on verso: "C.D. Fredricks & Co. 587 Broadway, New York. 408 Calle de la Habana, Habana. 31 Passage du Havre, Paris."
GLC05111.02.1429
As rear-admiral, seated 3/4 length portrait with hands in lap
Graphite inscription on verso "[struck: Winfield Scott] Farragut" "25.--." Photographers imprint on verso: "Published by E. & H. T. Anthony, 501 Broadway, New York. From Photographic Negative in Brady's National Portrait Gallery." Cancelled...
GLC05111.02.1430
As major general, seated 1/2 length portrait
General Irwin McDowell is seated in the chair with his right hand clutching a gauntlet and his left fist resting on his lap, behind the hilt of his sword. Graphite inscription on recto "McDowell." Graphite inscription on verso "Genl McDowell."...
GLC05111.02.1431
Pope, John, 1822-1892
Graphite inscription on recto "Gen. John Pope." Graphite inscription on verso "Pope" "John Pope son of Nathaniel Pope Pope Co Named after him" "r.1927." Photographers imprint on verso: "E. Anthony 501 Broadway New York from Photographic Negative...
GLC05111.02.1432
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