5 July 1789

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes concerning the annual meeting of the Society of the Cincinnati at the Bunch of Grapes where they all had a "joyous day, everyone endeavoring to make each other happy." Goes on to describe the general business of the meeting. "We choose the same officers as last year..." Watermarked "L Paine" and with a hunting horn in a crest with "G R" underneath.

GLC02437.10221

December 31, 1792

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to James Iredell

Written in the third person and signed in text by Knox. Informs Judge Iredell that he received the note he sent. Knox is sorry his business took up so much of his time that he couldn't enjoy the Judge's company. Looks forward to the Judge visiting Philadelphia "when a more intimate connection between them may take place." Date added later in pencil.

GLC02437.05763

1 January 1918 - 29 April 1919

Osborn, Ella Jane, 1881-1966

Diary

Title: [Diary of World War I army nurse Ella Jane Osborn] [word processed inventory available]

Ella Jane Osborn, originally from Wainscott, Long Island, New York, departed as an Army Nurse in January of 1918 and spent the majority of her assignment stationed near Toul and Nancy, in the Lorraine region of northeastern France, near the German border. She traveled extensively, spending time in London, Paris, Cannes, Blois Monte Carlo, Nice, and Antibes. She returned to New York by boat in March of 1919. Occasionally describes a particularly sad or touching death. Discusses in great detail the rumors and news she receives regarding Allied victories and defeats, and the negotiations of…

GLC06570.01

December 21, 1782

Greene, Nathanael, 1742-1786

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George Weedon

Written by Major General Greene as commander of the Southern Department to Brigadier General Weedon. A friendly, and at times humorous, letter addressed to Weedon as "My good old friend." Also has a note from Greene's wife Catharine after his signature. She signs the note "Caty Greene." References Weedon's letter of 6 November 1782. Says Major Ichabod Burnet, an aide-de-camp to Greene, is going to Philadelphia "with an account of the long expected evacuation of Charleston." In reference to the religion of New England says "To speak in the language of Connecticut now rejoice and be…

GLC06496

February 5, 1860

Simmons, Addie, fl. 1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sarah [Mason]

Writes that she attended a New Year's Eve party. Reports that she has been employed as a second cook for the Newburg Asylum and is enjoying her employment.

GLC06728.001

19 October 1792

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Duer

Asks if Duer approves of the joint bonds between Knox and William Greene as security for the $40,000. Instructs Duer to let him know by sending a note to Mr. King's, where Knox will be having dinner.

GLC02437.05657

18 April 1791

Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes Knox about his assessment of what will be the "Federal City," referring to Washington D.C. "It is so planned," Williams writes, as to make the River a diagonal line through the Square, leaving a right angled triangle on each side of it...taking in the greatest Quantity of tide water." Williams calls the location "judicious." Williams is concerned that purchasers of "Lotts" in the Federal City might not get reimbursed. He declares that "every purchaser on the Condition of the City being built must have a right to reimbursement in failure of the Condition." President George Washington "…

GLC02437.04917

21 October 1792

Beaumez, Sarah Lyons Flucker, fl. 1784-1801

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Thanks Knox for letting her know that his wife and children arrived in New York safely. Looks forward to hearing "of your arrival at Philadelphia - again in the full enjoyment of Domestick [sic] Bliss." Discusses the weather and her recent travel from Dorchester to Boston. Mentions mutual acquaintances and social events, including a lecture she attended. Asks Knox to forward an enclosure (not included) to Mr. Randolph.

GLC02437.05660

19 June 1801

Dawes, Thomas, 1731-1809

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox they accept Knox's invitation to call on him on their way to Castine, Maine.

GLC02437.07546

13 August 1800

Bradford, Alden, 1765-1843

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Mentions he was gratified that Miss [Lucy] Knox (Henry Knox's daughter) had a nice visit with them. Discusses the upcoming presidential election. Says he hopes the "Essex Jesuits" are unable to raise General [Charles Cotesworth?] [Pinckney] to the presidency. Comments the [Jesuits] party is not popular or influential. Expresses his desire for John Adams to be reelected and says Thomas Jefferson is the most dreaded candidate. Also discusses foreign politics and the issues with France and Britain.

GLC02437.09866

15 November 1880

Douglass, Frederick, 1818-1895

Autograph letter signed

Title: to N. C. Corbin

Douglass, serving as a United States Marshal, replies to a letter from Colonel Corbin sent 12 November 1880. Corbin invited Douglass to serve on Inaugural Ceremony committees (for the inauguration of President James Garfield, to be held 4 March 1881). Corbin informed Douglass that the ceremonies will require reception, military encampment, music, recreation, and other committees. Douglass declines, stating that because of custom requiring U.S. Marshals to serve a prominent role in the ceremonies, he will wait until he is assigned a role by those in charge. Written on United States Marshal…

GLC05717

1861-1865 ca.

Photograph

Title: Twaddle Hall, Albany, Decorated for Zouaves Promenade Concert 1869, [view 1]

Handwritten on back: Charles H. Burton 942" and "Twaddle Hall, Albany, Decorated for Zouaves Promenade Concert 1869" Sign reads : "Albany Zouave Cadets 1860-1869." Another photograph (half a stereo view) of a different scene in the same hall pasted on verso. Title label pasted over photo.

GLC05137.261

1861-1865 ca.

Photograph

Title: Twaddle Hall, Albany, Decorated for Zouaves Promenade Concert 1869, [view 2]

A different shot of GLC05137.261.

GLC05137.262

1861-1865 ca.

Photograph

Title: Twaddle Hall, Albany, Decorated for Zouaves Promenade Concert 1869, [view 2]

Handwritten on back: "Charles H. Burton 943" and "Twaddle Hall, Albany, Decorated for Zouaves Promenade Concert 1869" Copy 2 of GLC.262

GLC05137.263

circa 1861-1865

Photograph

Title: Presidential dinner party at Willow Brook, Auburn, N.Y.

One stereocard depicting a presidential dinner party, including Ulysses S. Grant decorated with three stars and other men. Handwritten on back: "Presidential dinner party at Willow Brook, Auburn, N.Y." (Same image as GLC05137.130)

GLC05137.270

1 November 1789

Crocker, Joseph, 1749-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Relates details of George Washington's visit to Boston in October 1789, and praises the Triumphal Arch that was erected to honor the occasion: "The Reception of the President in this Town, was beyond discription [sic] superb: you will see Accounts of it in our Papers but they are vastly short of the real pomp & parade. The Assemblee at Concert Hall, I am enformed by several Gentlemen, was superb beyond description. The Triumphal Arch adjoining the State House is yet standing, & does [g]reat Honor to the Inventors." Mentions an illness sweeping town, noting that it is called the "…

GLC02437.04401

9 September 1793

Winslow, Samuel, fl. 1781-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Regrets he cannot give Knox more information on the land negotiations. States that a relapse of his "malady" kept him in New York 5 days longer than expected. Since his return he has gone to Beverly to meet with Nathan Dane. Goes into problems with the deeds brought up by Mr. Erving. Hopes they can work the problems out with Dane tomorrow. Expresses his desire to complete the deal as soon as possible. Thanks the Knox family for their hospitality while he was in Philadelphia.

GLC02437.05922

25 July 1804

Cutts, Richard, 1771-1845

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

One letter addressed to Henry Knox from Richard Cutts dated July 25, 1804. Would love to join Knox in Portland, but it is impossible at present, because he is expecting ships to arrive from the West Indies very soon. May be able to visit next month at St. George's.

GLC02437.07871

February 21, 1788

United States. Congress

Manuscript document

Title: [Resolution]

Resolves regarding admission to the public audience at Congress scheduled for "Tuesday next" (February 26). In the hand of Congressional clerk Roger Alden. The event was the formal introduction of the new minister from France, the Comte de Moustier.

GLC02437.08104

21 July 1865

Masonic Fraternity

Document

Title: to DeGrass Livingston re: invitation to a social party given by the Masonic Fraternity

The invitation is for a social party to be given on 21 July 1865.

GLC03107.04475

20 July 1790

Knox, William, 1756-1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Gives a report of his trip to Alexandria, Virginia, and the surrounding area. Mentions that he had dinner with the Washingtons at Mount Vernon. Says he would have stayed with a Mrs. House in Philadelphia, but the Attorney General, Edmund Randolph, arrived with a large family, so William had to lodge elsewhere. Discusses business he tended to while in Virginia and Maryland, and reports on the success of crops, including tobacco, corn, and wheat, in the area. States that Mr. [Alexander] McGillivray left Philadelphia that morning, and will soon see Knox in New York.

GLC02437.04658

5 July 1790

Knox, William, 1756-1795

Autograph letter

Title: to Henry Knox

Reports on a recent visit he made to [Samuel] Ogden. Attempted to persuade Ogden to pay a debt he owed [James] Webber, a London merchant, but Ogden has to wait for money that is owed to him before he can pay the debt. Relates that he delivered several letters to different individuals, and discusses the prospect of exporting flax seed to Ireland. Informs Knox that two ships from India have arrived in Philadelphia since he has been there, and they both have full cargoes. Says that [Thomas] Mifflin has taken him to dine with the Society of the Cincinnati. Writes, "Bells ringing and Grays gardens…

GLC02437.04645

4 August 1790

Knox, William, 1756-1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses dinner engagements with various friends. Mentions that a Mr. LaTombe expects a large number of French trade ships to arrive from the West Indies soon, so they may avoid traveling during the rainy season. Reports that General [Henry] Jackson has gone to Portsmouth along with Mr. [Benjamin] Hichborn (see GLC02437.04666 for related information). Adds that Jackson's mother seems very ill. Declares that the elder Isaac Winslow wants Knox to complete certain deeds that he sent. Discusses potential changes in Congressional representation in upcoming elections, and mentions possible…

GLC02437.04668

3 November 1790

Knox, William, 1756-1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

William tells Secretary of War Henry Knox that since his last letter to Henry of October 29 (GLC02437.04759) he has discussed with Hannah Harwood the money she owed Mr. Longman and has "delivered her the care of Watch furniture and seeds from Mrs. Knox." William explains the reason that Harwood is holding back payment to Mr. Longman. She hopes "that the other creditors would agree to her paying him the full sum of 1300 pounds." The agent for the creditors, Mr. Frazer, believes she has a case, and the prospect of a lawsuit would prevent the creditors from pursuing one. Nevertheless, "she is…

GLC02437.04768

January 15, 1791

Knox, William, 1756-1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Copy. Describes the various transportation obstacles that prevented his letters from arriving earlier. Says the St. Lawrence lands are being advertised in two prominent Irish newspapers. Discusses the meeting he had with "the Earl of Westmoreland, Lord Lieutenant of Ireland" (John Fane, 10th Earl of Westmorland). Says they discussed trade between Ireland and America, and that he will write more about his encounter with the Earl and on the English administration of Ireland at a later time. Asks Knox to thank Mrs. John Jay for introducing him to the "Viscountess Stronghold," whose husband…

GLC02437.04828