May 14, 1877

Rawson, A. L., fl. 1875-1882

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George May Powell

He warns George May Powell to deliver or annul their contract, or face legal consequences, which will surely be negative for Powell, listing names of witnesses against him. He has incriminating evidence against Powell both from the publisher and others.

GLC00687.138

February 17, 1882

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Gentlemen

He writes about an offer some time previously of an art publication of his, which was declined. He wonders if the gentlemen would be interested in a new invention.

GLC00687.140

1861-1877

Printed document

Title: Advertisemnts for A Complete Southern History and Lee and his Generals

2 books published by Richardson and Co.

GLC08311.55

15 August 1921

Dawes, Charles G., 1865-1951

Telegram

Title: to Mrs. M B Dawes

He ordered 5 copies of his book for his mother.

GLC02679.59

1861-1877

Printed document

Title: Advertisement for Major Boynton's book

Guide to West Point and the US Military Academy

GLC02745.085

1861-1877

Printed document

Title: Advertisement for Major Boynton's book

Includes full description and a list of maps and illustrations. Press notices in the back.

GLC02745.086

3 May 1884

Harland, Andrew M., fl. 1884

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Colonel Fellows

The author says he remembers his family very well, Fellows most of all. He may be able to come up with some stories for Fellow's editor,

GLC02745.087

1861-1877

Object

Title: [pocketbook]

bound in blue leather. Contains paper and cloth.

GLC02750.478

February 17, 1773

McClure, David, 1748-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes about his good health and safe return from Indian country. Mentions that he has not received a letter from Knox. Asks Knox to "convey the inclos'd by some safe Conveyance," possibly in reference to a book order. M'Clure sent Knox a letter from Fort Pitt on 20 August 1772, (see GLC02437.00015) indicating that he was going to serve as missionary to the Delaware Indians in a town on the Muskingum River in Ohio. M'Clure spells his name Maccluer.

GLC02437.00032

1853

Griffiths, Julia, fl. 1895

Book

Title: Autographs for freedom.

Published by John P. Jewett and Company. In the preface, Griffiths writes, "The proceeds of the sale of 'Autographs for Freedom,' will be devoted to the dissemination of light and truth on the subject of slavery throughout the country." Griffiths writes on behalf of the Rochester Ladies' Anti-Slavery Society. Testimonies are followed by lithographed signatures. Includes the signatures of William H. Seward, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Lewis Tappan, Horace Greeley, and Charles Sumner, among others. Contains "The Heroic Slave," by Frederick Douglass.

GLC05167

3 June 1777

Knox, William, 1756-1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Relates to Henry what he has heard regarding the Battle of Bound Brook, New Jersey (13 April 1777). Notes that he knows "General Washington & yourself was not in the Battle but intended being at bound Brook the next day." Discusses raising a sum of money and business matters, possibly related to his joining the army and to the bookstore he managed in Boston in Henry's absence. Also mentions Henry's share in the Newbury Privateer as demanded by Colonel Jackson (possibly Henry Jackson). Still awaits Henry's reply regarding his intentions to join the army.

GLC02437.00608

May 1777

Manuscript document

Title: [Invoice of items bought by Jonathan Hasting at London book store]

Includes five thousand quills, seals, wafers, and loggerheads. Knox's business was called the "London Book Store."

GLC02437.00606

4 June 1777

Knox, William, 1756-1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Comments on his recent sickness, noting that "by riding out often, eating no animal food, & by drinking nothing of a spiritous kind... I have been sensibly losing flesh to a great degree." Complains of the high prices charged for books he is procuring (William was in charge of Henry Knox's bookstore). Has had difficulty procuring saddle cloths for Henry. As in letters from 3 June and 27 May, William awaits approval to join Henry. William has raised enough money to cover his expenses, and hopes to travel to Henry's location in Morristown, New Jersey, with Colonel Crane (possibly John…

GLC02437.00609

12 June 1777

Knox, William, 1756-1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Replies to his brother's "very affectionate but too short Epistle..." Has sold most of the stock of Henry's bookstore, which he operated in Henry's absence. Writes, "I would not justify your keeping the Store open longer than the time I mention if I were going to tarry here or anywhere else, as the profits would hardly pay the rent of the Store..." Awaits approval to join Henry in New Jersey.

GLC02437.00611

7 July 1930

Acer, Christopher J., 1886-?

Typed document signed

Title: To whom it may concern.

Offers a collection of documents related to the controversy surrounding the sale of the Friar Lands in the Philippines in circa 1902. Has shown these letters to R. W. G. Vail of the Roosevelt Memorial House, who has told him the collection would "bring a goodly sum of money." Was offered $1,500 for the collection a few years ago. Lacks steady employment and has a wife and children to support. If they are interested, please call him.

GLC01625.06

24 May 1863

Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his family

Says that he has hired a new servant named Bill. The Chaplin gave the soldiers a supply of new books and newspapers. Requests that his mother take the money he has sent and buy some letter paper to write him rather than the "old scraps" she has been using. Notes that he waits until he is alone in his tent to open his letters because of the poor quality of the paper. Requests news from home on the marriages of Mrs. Bull and Mrs. Dyer. Sends his regards to his extended family and friends and requests a green checkered shirt. Responds to news that a doctor from Connecticut is planning on…

GLC03603.231

January 23, 1822

Kirkland, John T., 1770-1840

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Kirkland, writing as President of Harvard University, sends Hobart a memorial to Congress (not included) made by the Harvard Corporation "united with other institutions" related to "the importation of books."

GLC06313.04.144

7 January 1863

Greeley, Horace, 1811-1872

Autograph letter signed

Title: to O. D. Cose

Writes about a book and possibly getting an agent for it. Mentions something about promoting the book in Atlanta which will soon be a great city. States "We must be patient, for the times are hard." Comments that General Hancock [Winfield Scott?] is a good soldier but a bad politician.

GLC05603.01.08

1 January 1890

Stoddard, William Osborn, 1835-1925

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mr. Clark

Returns proofs with corrections. Stoddard was one of Abraham Lincoln's secretaries.

GLC05603.01.20

24 October 1778

Wadsworth, Thomas, fl. 1778

Autograph document signed

Title: [Bill of William Knox]

William bought 13 lamb skins for £7.3.0. Wadsworth signed it noting that payment had been made.

GLC02437.08453.01

c. October 1981

Congressional Quarter Inc.

Pamphlet

Title: Fall 1981 Paperbacks

The Congressional Quarterly's Fall 1981 catalog of books related to government, politics, history, and education. Contains images of the books, brief descriptions, and order forms.

GLC09565.19

January 13, 1965

Sabaroff, Susanne, 1944-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Louis Stamps

Letter to Louis Stamps from Susanne Sabaroff, written from Philadelphia. She writes about her Psychology textbooks and her studies, and she encourages him to call his mother.

GLC09571.25

April 1980

Howard University Press, 1972-2011

Pamphlet

Title: Catalog [Howard University (1980)]

One catalog from Howard University Press dated April 1980. Content consists of book reviews, forthcoming journals, sales information, policies and images of student life at Howard University.

GLC09640.089

5 November 1747

Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790

Newspaper

Title: Pennsylvania gazette. [No. 986 (November 5, 1747)]

Includes international news from various overseas newspapers. Domestic news and classified ads inhabit pages 2 through 4. Book review of "Barclay's Apology." Section reserved for announcing the indentured servitude of residents, the return of runaway slaves, and departing ships.

GLC06670.118

30 June 1785

Smith & Loring, fl. 1785

Autograph document signed

Title: [List]

Sales of sundry equipment on William Knox's account from October 1781 to July 1782. Includes prayer books, spelling books, hinges, brass knob locks, and various other items.

GLC02437.10615