January 30, 1776

Lee, Francis Lightfoot, 1734-1797

Autograph letter

Title: to John Page

Lee, a Virginia delegate to the first Continental Congress, reports on the reception and failure of the Olive Branch Petition (an attempt to broker peace with England after the outbreak of the American Revolution but prior to the Declaration of Independence). Also discusses raising an army, sending newspapers, and a potential military appointment. Page was a Virginia politician and military officer.

GLC04806

24 November 1777

Lee, Richard Henry, 1732-1794

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Roger Sherman

Discusses the surrender of John Burgoyne, Cornwallis' movements, and the loss of Red Bank, among other activities in the Revolutionary War. Also mentions international relations and naval activities. Supports the Articles of Confederation, comments on the need for the states to compromise with each other, and discusses other issues pertaining to the formation of the United States. With a long signed postscript that updates his comments on the war.

GLC04808

1775

Russell, Ezekiel, 1743-1796

Broadside

Title: Bloody Butchery by the British Troops [First printing]

Printed and sold by Ezekial Russell. Printed broadside in three columns with woodcut mourning borders and two rows of forty woodcut coffins (each captioned with the name of an American casualty). Detailed narrative of battles at Lexington and Concord. References: Evans 13898; Ford, Massachusetts Broadsides 1792; Streeter, American Beginnings 41; Winslow, American Broadside Verse 28.

GLC04810

23 June 1782

Livingston, Robert L., 1746-1813

Letter signed

Title: to John Jay

Livingston, then Secretary of Foreign Affairs, notes on the benefits of the British surrender at Fort St. Phillips. Comments on the "distrusts and jealousies between Spain and the People of the Country," discussing disruptions to the Havana trade and the surrender of the Bahamas to Spain. Suggests that it is strange that the Dutch United Provinces acknowledged American sovereignty before Spain. In regard to military activities, mentions the rejection of British General Alexander Leslie's proposal to General Nathanael Greene for a cessation of hostilities. Comments on the strengthening of…

GLC04814

1803

Brown, Charles B., fl. 1803

Pamphlet

Title: An Address... on the cession of Louisiana to the French...

Manifest destiny and the Louisiana territory. Printed by H. Maxwell. Howes B831, Thompson 974, S&S 33881. Stamps on titlepage. Signature of Elihu Chauncey.

GLC04959.01

1929

Davis, William Heath, 1822-1909

Book

Title: Seventy-five years in California: a history of events and life in California...

Title continues "personal, political and military; under the Mexican regime; during the quasi-military government of the territory by the United States, and after the admission of the state to the union: being a compilation by a witness of the events described; a reissue and enlarged illustrated edition of "Sixty years in California", to which much new matter by its author has been added which he contemplated publishing under the present title at the time of his death." This limited edition, extra-illustrated Argonaut Edition is signed by publisher John Howell and editor Douglas Watson, who…

GLC04967.02

31 May 1795

Morris, Robert, 1734-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sylvanus Bourne

Discusses the progress and prospects of the North American Land Company in regard to their Georgia holdings. Comments on unfavorable publicity in Paris newspaper and his plans to reverse any negative impression. Discusses fund raising and bills in London. The verso of the first page has a copy of another letter to Bourne dated 18 April 1795 commenting on a then-resolved issue between John Nicholson and trustees of the North American Land Company and sales of stock in Europe.

GLC05000

25 December 1780

Wayne, Anthony, 1745-1796

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George Washington

Expresses frustration with contradictory accounts from New York. Updates Washington on the movements of the British fleet and states that Benedict Arnold boarded one of the vessels. Reports that he does not know if they have sailed yet. Gives information on Arnold's activities and says he was definitely in New York on Saturday 23 December because he was seen by someone. Remarks that he is attempting to form an intelligence network, "I am endeavouring to form a Chain of Intelligence & will succeed if practicable - should any thing material turn up you may be assured of being Informed…

GLC04863

2 April 1776

Whipple, William, 1730-1785

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John Langdon

Written by Whipple to Langdon. Both were members of the Continental Congress from New Hampshire. Whipple would sign the Declaration of Independence in July 1776, while Langdon would leave Congress in June 1776. References Langdon's letter of 19 March 1776. Rejoices over arrival of two powder vessels. Asks "what think you of the Retreat of the Barbarians from Boston, it will be a pretty story to tell their Master"? Says Admiral Hopkins was at New Providence, North Carolina where he found 200 cannons and many cannonballs, but no powder. Says the people of North Carolina took 1800 stands of…

GLC04866

August 12, 1776

Williams, William, 1731-1811

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Jabez Huntington

Summarizes affairs in first weeks of independence. Opens by commenting on his arduous journey to Philadelphia to join the Continental Congress. Informs that Silas Deane has arrived from France with the report of the French court's unfavorable reception of the American request for aid. Discusses the Declaration and comments that it has spurred the colonies to form governments. Informs that South Carolina, Virginia, and New Jersey have established them and indicates who these colonies have chosen or might choose for governors. Mentions John Alsop, a Continental Congress member from New…

GLC04867

circa 1781-1782

Hanson, John, 1715-1783

Printed document signed

Title: [Congressional certificate authorizing vessels to engage in military activity]

Signed below seal by John Hanson. Countersigned by Charles Thompson, Secretary of the Continental Congress. Contains blank spaces designated for the name of commander and vessel, the vessel's weight and type, and the number of men on board. Created to authorize vessels (possibly privateers) to "set forth ... in a warlike manner ... to attack, subdue, seize, and take all ships and other vessels, goods, wares and merchandizes, belonging to the King or Crown of Great Britain ..." Features paper seal.

GLC04870

21 June 1540

Coronado, Francisco Vásquez de, 1510-1554

Letter signed

Title: to Francisco Vásquez de Coronado [in Spanish]

Written on behalf of King Charles I of Spain (Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor), by the President of the Council of the Indies, Francisco García de Loaysa. Report of the Niza expedition. Authorizes Coronado's expedition to explore the heart of the North American continent.

GLC04883

15 March 1840

Cooper, James Fenimore, 1789-1851

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Captain Aulich

Acts as a referral for the son of Captain Angus, a youth aboard the U.S.S. Potomac, to which Aulich was captain. Criticizes Great Britain for its predatory practices in the Oregon Territory. In his postscript, Cooper requests information on Old Ironsides because he is writing a history on the topic.

GLC05083

26 September 1878

Sherman, William T. (William Tecumseh), 1820-1891

Manuscript letter signed

Title: to David Douty Colton

Expresses gratitude to Colton, Vice President of the Southern Pacific Railroad, for the convenience the railroad offers transcontinental travelers. States that the railroad is "'a great civilizer', and will enable the Military Authorities to maintain peace and order among Indians as well as the equally dangerous clans of Robbers ... " Advises Colton on possible routes for continuation of the railroad through Arizona. Hopes that the railroad will increase trade and secure peace between the United States and Mexico.

GLC05095

1864

Churchill & Dennison

Photograph

Title: Spanish Booth Groupe, At Army Relief Fair, Albany, N.Y.

One photograph entitled, "Spanish Booth Groupe, At Army Relief Fair, Albany, N.Y.," dated 1864. Published by Churchill & Dennison. Image is of eight people dressed up in Spanish costumes. The people are identified by numeric notations written in graphite around the image. The numbers correspond to graphite inscription on verso: 1 Mrs. Wicks. 2 Miss Tellinghast. 3 Leonard G. Ten Eyck 4. Mrs. Hamilton Harris. 5 Miss Parmlee. 6 [blank] 7 Miss Porter. 8 Lucius Barnes." Additional ink inscription on verso: "No. 14 John Kingsbury, Albany, NY."

GLC05111.01.0062

1864

Churchill & Dennison

Photograph

Title: Scotch Booth Groupe, At Army Relief Fair, Albany, NY.

One photograph entitled, "Scotch Booth Groupe, At Army Relief Fair, Albany, NY.," dated 1864. Published by Churchill & Dennison. Image is of eleven people dressed up in Scottish costume. The people are identified by numeric notations written in graphite around the image. The numbers correspond to graphite inscription on verso: "1 Earl Stimson 2 Miss Potts 3 Miss Stimsom 4 [blank] 5 [blank] 6 [blank] 7 Miss Jennie McNaughton 8 [blank] 9 Miss Wilson 10 [blank] 11 Miss Maggie McNaughton (Mrs. Dit Thomson."

GLC05111.01.0063

1864

Churchill & Dennison

Photograph

Title: Russian Booth Groupe, At Army Relief Fair, Albany, NY.

One photograph entitled, "Russian Booth Groupe, At Army Relief Fair, Albany, NY.," dated 1864. Published by Churchill & Dennison. Image is of thirteen people dressed up in Russian costumes. The people are identified by numeric notations written in graphite around the image. The numbers correspond to graphite inscription on verso: "1 Miss Hendrickson 2 Miss Esmy 3 Miss Sarah Vorburgh 4 Ira Porter 5 Mrs J. H. Van Antwerp 6 [blank] 7 [blank] 8 [blank] 9 Miss Van Antwerp 10 [blank] 11 [blank] 12 Miss Groesbeck 13 James D. Wasson"

GLC05111.01.0064

1864

Churchill & Dennison

Photograph

Title: Holland Booth Groupe, At Army Relief Fair, Albany, N.Y.

One photograph entitled, "Holland Booth Groupe, At Army Relief Fair, Albany, N.Y.," dated 1864. Published by Churchill & Dennison. Image is of nine people dressed up in Dutch costumes. The people are identified by numeric notations written in graphite around the image. The numbers correspond to graphite inscription on verso: "1 [blank] 2 [blank] 3 [blank] 4 Miss Catharine Pruyer 5 Miss van Yaudt 6 [blank] 7 [blank] 8 [blank] 9 Charles Van Yaudt."

GLC05111.01.0066

February 1864

Churchill & Dennison

Photograph

Title: English Booth Groupe, at Army Relief Fair, Albany, NY. [1861-1864 ca.]

Image of seven people dressed in dark colors. A large Union Jack representing the United Kingdom is present on the right-hand side behind two women, another flag is present on the left. It features the Union Jack in its canton, though the rest of the flag is not visible enough to identify it (possibly the red ensign). Neither flag has the red diagonal of St. Patrick's Cross properly countercharged. The people are identified by numeric notations written in graphite around the image. The numbers correspond to graphite inscription on verso: "1 Fred J. Lawrence 2 Fred Moffet 3 [blank] 4 Ed…

GLC05111.01.0067

1925

Stephenson, Sam C., fl. 1924-1925;

Booklet

Title: South Dakota Eighth Grade Examination Question Book

One booklet entitled "South Dakota Eighth Grade Examination Question Book" compiled by Sam C. Stephenson dated 1925. A book that comprises a complete list of questions issued for the Eighth Grade Examinations by the State Superintendents of Public instruction of South Dakota from 1922 to the publishing in 1925. The booklet is intended to be a study and review guide for teachers and students preparing to pass the tests. The information is broken into 20 sections that are listed below: Our Flag Better Citizenship Choice Selections National, State and County Governments County…

GLC10119

1924

Stephenson, Sam C., fl. 1924-1925;

Booklet

Title: Stephenson's Iowa State Eighth Grade Examination Question Book

One booklet entitled "Stephenson's Iowa State Eighth Grade Examination Question Book" compiled by Sam C. Stephenson dated 1925. A book that comprises a complete list of questions issued for the Eighth Grade Examinations by the State Superintendents of Public instruction of Iowa from 1918 to the publishing in 1924. The booklet is intended to be a study and review guide for teachers and students preparing to pass the tests. The information is broken into 16 sections that are listed below: Our Flag Better Citizenship Choice Selections National, State and County Officers Regulations and…

GLC10130

1815-1816

Davis, William A., fl. 1815-1817

Book

Title: State Papers, 1st Session, 14th Congress

GLC08636.01

1817

Davis, William A., fl. 1815-1817

Book

Title: State Papers, 2nd Session, 14th Congress

GLC08636.02

1817

Davis, William A., fl. 1815-1817

Book

Title: State Papers, 2nd Session, 14th Congress

GLC08636.03

September 11, 1907

Brown, Wendell J.K., fl. 1907

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mother

GLC04546.025