February 13, 1873

Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Borie

Writes, "Hearing of your illness, I, some days ago, wrote to Mrs. Borie asking if she and you would not come down and spend a few days, or as long as you pleased, and recuperate and get well again. But before the mail went out I rec'd [sic] your letter in relation to Mr. Gibson [?], and concluded there was vitality enough left to resist the impertinence of a man writing to another's wife as to his health and condition. I did not send the letter to Mrs. Borie, so you need not upbraid her with corresponding with gentlemen, without authority. But if you do not take good care of yourself, and…

GLC03018

8 October 1904

Mosby, John S., 1833-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Gaston

Written as Assistant Attorney General, he comments that anyone joking about McKinley's assassination is "a brute." Written on Department of Justic letterhead.

GLC02827

1702

Livingston, Robert, 1654-1728

Manuscript

Title: 'A Sayre [Satire] upon the Times'

Verse entitled "A Saytr upon ye Times." Caustic critique of an "Unhappy York," where a manipulative church and king have allowed the colony's political affairs to become rife with corruption and hypocrisy. In New York "villians triumph under a pretence of loyalty and make the laws their tools to serve their wicked ends and cherish fools."

GLC03107.00692

January 1791- June 1791

Carey, Mathew, 1760-1839

Magazine

Title: The American Museum or Universal Magazine. [Vol. 9 (1791)]

Contains six monthly issues, January to June 1791. Bound in contemporary leather. Published by Carey, Stewart & Co. Contains a lot of information on American history at the beginning of the U.S. Government, Indian "depradations (sic)," Washington's proclamation establishing the District of Columbia, state constitutions (Appendix II), much early American poetry, patriotic and humorous anecdotes, etc.

GLC03461

1778

Hamilton, Archibald, fl. 1778

Magazine

Title: Town and Country Magazine. [Vol. 10, (1778)]

Title continues, "or Universal Repository of Knowledge, Instruction and Entertainment for the Year 1778." Tenth annual volume of a periodical journal that resembles the Gentleman's Magazine and London Magazine in format and style. 12 monthly issues bound in original leather. Includes many engraved plates. Indexed at the end of the volume. Printed for A. Hamilton, Jr. Book is boxed. Includes a caricature attacking Catharine Macaulay's wedding to Dr. James Graham in issue 10 p. 623 as "The Auspicious Marriage!" Also includes much on the American Revolution, especially Burgoyne's…

GLC03458

1787 - 1788

Loudon, Samuel, 1727-1813

Magazine

Title: The American Magazine.

Contains six monthly issues. Billed as "Containing a Miscellaneous Collection of Original an other Valuable Essays, in Prose and Verse, and Calculated both for Instruction and Amusement." A quote underneath the title reads: "Science the guide, and truth the eternal goal." A table of contents appears for each issue, on p. 1, 65, 129, 193, 273, and 353. There are several articles on contemporary political issues. In the December issue, notable articles appear on Bills of Rights, principles of government and commerce, education, and a "London review of John Adams's defense of the…

GLC03462

January 30, 1846

Lee, Robert E., 1807-1870

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John MacKay

Written as Captain of Topological Engineers working on the defenses of New York City harbor. Written in a playful manner typical of his other letters to MacKay, a close friend. Lee worries about MacKay's lingering illness and hopes the warm Gulf air may improve his health. He discussed at length a recent snowfall and the festive atmosphere of the city. He comments merrily on the ladies and a sleigh ride down Broadway in a large "omnibus" sled where he offered a woman his seat rather than his lap since…

GLC03324

23 April 1835

Wright, Silas, 1795-1847

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Francis P. Blair & John C. Rives

Apologizing for remark meant in jest and for a late payment.

GLC03209.25

1860

Currier & Ives

Print

Title: "The Irrepressible Conflict" or the Republican Barge in Danger

Published by Currier & Ives at 152 Nassau Street, New York. Cartoon making reference to the so-called "Irrepressible Conflict" speech given by New York Senator William Seward at Rochester, New York on 25 October 1858. This speech ignited a firestorm of criticism and probably cost Seward the presidency. The cartoon reflects the considerable bitterness among New York Republicans at the party's surprising failure to nominate Seward for president at its May 1860 national convention. The print was probably issued soon after the convention's nomination of Abraham Lincoln. The "Republican Barge…

GLC03489

1860

Currier & Ives

Print

Title: "Uncle Sam" making new arrangements

Published by Currier & Ives at 152 Nassau Street, New York. Black and white political cartoon related to Abraham Lincoln's 1860 election. Uncle Sam holds a wanted sign which reads, "An honest upright and capable man to take charge of this house for four years. Undoubted testimonials will be required." Portrays Lincoln being hired by Uncle Sam, while John Bell, J.C. Breckinridge, and Stephen Douglas respond to the advertisement but are turned away. James Buchanan is seen inside the establishment packing up his "dirty linen". Lincoln wears plain working clothes and carries an axe, while the…

GLC03488

21 September 1812

Ellery, William, 1727-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George G. Channing

Personal letter in which Ellery describes a man named Mr. Otis as "a mellifluous, pathetic speaker" and explains his views on the relationship between business activities and intellectual improvement as well as the proverbial saying "laugh and be fat." Discusses the current political climate, the non-importation act, relations with Britain, and duty collection. Mentions the alarm in Newport caused by the presence of three British frigates and the possibility of being attacked. Also concerns Ellery's uncertainty about the upcoming presidential election. Written shortly before the…

GLC03841

February 12, 1862

Pendleton, Alexander S., 1840-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Anzolette Page

Writes to ask his mother if his sisters, Mary and Rose, may travel to Richmond, Virginia to attend the inauguration of Jefferson Davis as Confederate President. Humorously phrases the request in military terms, describing the request for a "furlough" and his asking as part of a "solemn conspiracy" for which she "will be ready to cry treason!" Notes that his sister has written to their father for permission also. Goes into details about money and where they will stay to allay her fears.

GLC03844

circa 1883

Robens, J. P., fl. 1841-1864

Newspaper

Title: The Old Flag. First Published by Union prisoners at Camp Ford, Tyler, Texas.

Postwar souvenir facsimile of prison camp newspaper from 17 February 1864 to 15 March 1864, six issues. According to the preface, written by J.P. Robens, "The Old Flag" was published during an imprisonment of 13 months in Tyler, Texas. Contains camp news, poems, advertisements, jokes, and some war news. Contains a list of prisoners in the 17 February 1864 issue. With a bookplate pasted on inside cover printed with "Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States. Commandery of the State of Massachusetts," signed by General William F. Draper, March 27, 1883. With list of…

GLC03772

1865

Currier & Ives

Print

Title: Jeff's Last Shift

Cartoon depicting the capture of Jefferson Davis. Depicts his rumored attempt to escape in women's clothing. Davis had actually thrown his wife's overcoat over his shoulders prior to making an unsuccessful dash to elude the soldiers pursing him. Printed by Currier & Ives in the "Clerks Office of the District Court of the Unite States for the Southern District of NY." Originally folded down the center.

GLC03949

1868

Header Record

Title: Greenback Party: pieces of campaign ephemera including Br, circulars & "money" [Decimalized .01- .21]

Also, numerous handbills in the form of currency, many quite humorous. Some items are second copies.

GLC03972

1849-1852

Moore, John, 1826-1907

Header Record

Title: [Collection of John B. Moore letters and a 37-page travel diary] [Decimalized .01- .06]

Covers the first few years of Moore's medical career before joining the army. Medical references, including a cholera epidemic in Laconia, Indiana (1) and diseases and medical treatments in England and Ireland (2, 5, 6). Written from Indiana, New York, and England and Ireland where he traveled as a tourist, with special interest in visiting hospitals. A travel diary describes his trip to England and Ireland in 1851, corresponding with some of his letters. He writes about sightseeing (museums, cathedrals, transportation systems, etc.), mentions Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, notes…

GLC04192

1890s?

McKinley, William, 1843-1901

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Ethel re: staying with her uncle, sending autograph (traced sig.?)

Written in purple ink. "I hope your music and your morals are improving."

GLC04675.26

1772

Bowles, Carington, 1724-1793

Print

Title: The Young sweep in love, or the house-maid's conquest [mezzotint with color]

Mezzotint printed by Carrington Bowles, 7th May 1772. Depicts a short and filthy chimney-sweep embracing a house-maid, while an obscured figure watches in the background (and puts food in his mouth). The poetry appears to be a parody of Dryden's "Alexander's Feast."

GLC04961.02

1 March 1864

Gibbs, Alfred, 1823-1868

Autograph letter signed

Title: to F. S. Cozzens

Written from camp near Culpeper. Missed Cozzens on a recent trip to Washington, D.C. On the train to Washington, sat beside a Presbyterian parson. Told the parson he was a brevet Bishop in the Army of the Potomac. Notes that the parson was respectful in consequence, but drank a large amount from Gibbs's canteen. Writes, "I can't be funny under any circumstances... They have just sent the best part of my brigade, and left me here to watch the [river?]." Requests tacks. Wishes he had "redeye" instead of "'certain death' suttler whiskey."

GLC05033

2 October 1943

Schwartz, Warren Harold, 1914-1992

V-Mail

Title: to Dearest

One v-mail addressed to Naomi Hurwitz from Warren Schwartz dated October 2, 1943. Pertains to Marcia and Warren attempting to have children, Rosh Hashanah and a joke related to the military.

GLC09662.477

16 October 1943

Schwartz, Warren Harold, 1914-1992

V-Mail

Title: to Dearest

One v-mail addressed to Naomi Hurwitz from Warren Schwartz dated October 16, 1943. Pertains to receiving care packages and his delay in writing to her.

GLC09662.481

9 April 1865

Broadside

Title: [Unionist epitaph for the Confederacy]

Large card printed on white glossy cardstock. Printed by James B. Rodgers at 52 & 54 North Sixth Street in Philadelphia. Dated the day of Lee's surrender. Says "Died near the south-side rail road, on Sunday, April 9, 1865, The Southern Confederacy, aged four years, conceived in sin, born in iniquity, nurtured by tyranny, died of a chronic attack of punch." Based on content and tone, this card probably pre-dates Lincoln's assassination.

GLC06056

5 September 1863

Sears, Joseph H., fl. 1850-1862

Newspaper

Title: New south. [Vol.1, no. 52 (September 5, 1863)]

Union occupation newspaper. Contains a sarcastic poem titled "Farewell to the South," disparaging views of Confederate Gen. John Hunt Morgan, a list of "Loyal Generals" who support abolition and "unconditionally sustain the President and his constitutional advisers," and a detailed description of the layout of Fort Sumter. Articles concerning th 6th Conn. are circled. Many humorous stories are marked "show this to Frank," insulting poem about Jefferson Davis written in the voice of his coachman, list of those wounded and killed.

GLC06107.29

circa May 1864

Newspaper

Title: unknown

Part of an unknown newspaper. The collateral files suggests that it might be from Alexandria, Louisiana. If that is true, then this section is probably from the "Louisiana Democrat." Date of creation estimated from the dates of the printed letters on the sheet. Includes a reprint of "The Red River Raid" from the "New York Herald," which disparages General Nathaniel Bank's attack on Shreveport, Louisiana. Also Mock letters from "Asa Klubs," poking fun at Banks.

GLC06107.35

14 May 1865

Wilson, James Harrison, 1837-1925

Broadside

Title: [Extract from Transcript Extra]

Headlined "Jeff. Davis, His Staff, Family & Others, Captured!" Written by Brevet Major General James H. Wilson for Lieutenant General Ulysses S. Grant and Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton. Says calvary under his command captured Confederate President Jefferson Davis. Says they will be kept in Macon for the night and then forwarded under a strong guard. Accompanied by two cartes de visite depicting Davis wearing woman's clothes. One is titled "The Last Ditch" (10.4 x 6 cm.) and depicts Davis lunging at a cavalryman with a knife. The other is titled "A Distinguished Arrival," (10.1 x 6.2…

GLC06107.36