February 2, 1837

Webster, Daniel, 1782-1852

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Morgan F. Thomas

Massachusetts Senator Webster writes to Thomas, a lawyer in Milford, Pennsylvania, regarding a case involving James Blumenson of Missouri.

GLC04623.04

22 August 1828

Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard Rush

Comments on "An Act for the relief of surviving officers and soldiers of the Army of the Revolution," Secretary of Treasury Rush's health, and the difficulty of his position. Anticipates Rush's resignation and thanks him for his service. Also discusses a classical essay by Rush's son, commenting on ancient Rome and the superiority of the statesman over the warrior. Docketed by Rush.

GLC04899

6 January 1816

Pickering, Timothy, 1745-1829

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John McHenry

Encloses a collection of sermons by Rev. Richard Price that shaped Pickering's faith. Over forty years ago Pickering renounced the "Calvanistic scheme" in which he had been educated as "utterly incompatible with the perfections of the Deity." Price's sermons gave Pickering the concept of the Trinity which he now embraces.

GLC04835

4 August 1791

Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804

Letter signed

Title: [Treasury Department circular].

Discusses payment of public debt and Department of the Treasury matters, including a procedural change aimed at reducing fraud. Accompanied by engraving (GLC04842.08.02).

GLC04842.08.01

circa 1800

Savage, Edward, 1761-1817

Print

Title: Benjamin Franklin L.L.D. - F.R.S.

Mezzotint based on David Martin's late 18th-century portrait. At the bottom corners of the print, Martin is credited with the original painting and Edward Savage with the engraving of this mezzotint. Title is in cursive across the bottom of the sheet, whereas the original portrait has a printed title. Franklin is reading at a small table with his hand at his throat. To his right, perched atop a pile of books, is a bust of Isaac Newton.

GLC04952

12 April 1839

Clay, Henry, 1777-1852

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nathaniel P. Tallmadge

Expresses his agreement with a speech that Tallmadge gave recently concerning the three great systems of policy; internal improvements, the tariff, and the Bank of United States. Writes about state banks and whether or not they can supply sound, stable currency of uniform value. Remarks that he believes the banks established in New York are able to do this. Notes that if the state banks can accomplish this, there will be no need of a Bank of the United States. Confesses that he has reservations about whether or not this is possible since there are so many states in the Union with so many…

GLC05097

1865

Douglas, Stephen Arnold, 1813-1861

Photograph

Title: Standing view, resting fist atop table

Ink inscription on verso "97." Photographers imprint on verso: "Published by E. Anthony, 501 Broadway, New York. From Photographic Negative, from Brady's National Portrait Gallery."

GLC05111.02.0127

1952

Mays, David John, fl. 1952

Book

Title: Edmund Pendleton (1721-1803); A biography by David John Mays vol 1

Printed by Harvard University Press.

GLC07302.01.01

1952

Mays, David John, fl. 1952

Book

Title: Edmund Pendleton (1721-1803); A biography by David John Mays vol 2

Printed by Harvard University Press.

GLC07302.01.02

1903

Pamphlet

Title: Portraits of the Civil War Period "A partial list"

"Photographs for the most part from Life Negatives by M.B. Brady. Now in the possession of F. H. Meserve 265 Edgecomb Avenue New York City." This pamphlet is an itemized list of images from the Civil War period, owned at the time of printing by F.H. Meserve and available to the public in the form of reproductions. The images are itemized alphabetically in the following categories: Statesmen and Prominent Persons, Etc.; Union Officers; Union Naval Officers; Confederate Officers; Authors, Artists, Journalists.; Clergymen; Actors.; Actresses.; War Cartoons.; Cartoons by Nast.; Barnum's…

GLC05111.01.1383

January 27, 1805

Eustis, William, 1753-1825

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Tells Hobart that his letter has been received and, as he requested, the enclosed item had been given to the Post Master General. Also, mentions that Hobart's recommendation for where to establish a post office will be considered.

GLC06313.04.002

24 April 1841

Webster, Daniel, 1782-1852

Document signed

Title: [Patent for Ansel Thayer's improvement in the manner of manufacturing boots and shoes by substituting a metallic shank for that portion of the outsole which answers to the hollow of the instep and heel]

Signed by Webster as Secretary of State. Countersigned by Henry Leavitt Ellsworth, Commissioner of Patents. Thayer's written description of his improvement is signed by Thomas P. Jones and George West as witnesses. Includes a one page diagram of Thayer's invention. Sealed and bound with light blue ribbon.

GLC06362

2 November 1805

Bucklin, Sylvester Fuller, 1784-1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Congratulates Hobart on completing his "Collegiate existence" and says Aaron is no longer his "fellow student" (at Brown University) but his friend. Shares his view of the relationship between classmates and mentions that they may never meet again. Also, Bucklin encourages Aaron by stating that he sees him "rising to eminence in the Law."

GLC06313.04.003

circa 1850

Broadside

Title: Prophetic Daniel Webster!

Broadside states, "During the latter days of Mr. Webster, he was assailed by the Abolitionists on account of his 7th of March speech." Excerpts from the speech: "If the Fanatics and Abolitionists ever get the power in their hands they will override the Constitution... and finally Bankrupt the Country and Deluge it with blood."

GLC06357

1860

Houston, Sam, 1793-1863

Photograph

Title: Oval salt print photograph as Governor at the age of 67

GLC06092

28 December 1852

Crittenden, John Jordan, 1787-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John M. Fuller

Letter of introduction to Judge Sharkey, US Consul at Havana. He admits that he doesn't know Sharkey but jokes the letter will show he is not a filibusterer and has no "hostile designs against his most Catholic Majesty." He jokingly warns him about the "Spanish inquisitions."

GLC06042.03

11 March 1850

Seward, William Henry, 1801-1872

Pamphlet

Title: California, union, and freedom. Speech of William H. Seward, on the admission of California.

Printed by Buell & Blanchard. Uncut. Argues for the admission of California into the Union (as a free state).

GLC05938

1792-1808

Book

Title: Selected pamplets... Duane's collection [bound in one volume]

Bound collection of nine pamphlets 1792-1808 [William Duane, publisher.] 6 printed at Philadelphia, 3 at Washington First edition with this title page.

GLC05945

1 January 1809

Clay, Henry, 1777-1852

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John Gray

Clay, a United States Senator from Kentucky, discusses the terms of hire for Newman, an ensalved man. Notes the terms of payment: Gray will hire Newman for one year for the price of $100. 1 black and white bust engraving of Henry Clay included.

GLC05904

1792

Smith, William, 1797-1887

Pamphlet

Title: Eulogium on Benjamin Franklin, L.L.D.... by William Smith

Printed by Benjamin Franklin Bache. Eulogy on the death of Franklin. (Bound with: Selected pamplets, GLC 5945.)

GLC05945.04

1800

Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804

Pamphlet

Title: Observations on certain documents contained in... no. V & VI ... [speculation]

Complete title: "Observations on certain documents contained in No. V & VI of 'The History of the United States for the year 1796 ,' in which the charge of speculation against Alexander Hamilton, late Secretary of the Treasury, is fully refuted..." William Duane, publisher. (Bound with: Selected pamplets, GLC 5945.)

GLC05945.08

1800

Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804

Pamphlet

Title: Letter... concerning the Public Conduct and Character of John Adams, Esq.

Third edition. Printed by John Lang. Signature of B. Vaughan on cover. Stab stitched. Hamilton denies being part of a pro-British faction

GLC05773

14 November 1791

Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Constable

Assures Constable that the whole interest on the stock of his business associates in Antwerp (then part of the Netherlands) has been paid. He notes that the transactions were carried out in such a way that violated the laws of both countries. He states he assisted because of "certain political considerations. . .with a wish to accommodate you determined me to pass over the obstacle . . ." but also insists that the gentlemen "transact their business with more accuracy in the future." Addressed to Constable in New York.

GLC05804

1960

Dangerfield, George, 1904-1986

Book

Title: Chancellor Robert R. Livingston of New York

Published by Harcourt, Brace & Co.

GLC05875

8 July 1794

Hoffman, Nicholas, 1736-1800

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he has received several orders and thanks him for recommending his services to the United States. Requests Knox to inform Mrs. [Lucy] Knox they have a new grandson.

GLC02437.06139