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[Response to objections to the plans of the Philadelphia General Committee of Defence]

Notes that "Certain observations in the Aurora...seem to disapprove of the system...of combining field fortifications with the maneuvers of troops for the defence of Philadelphia" during the War of 1812. Those who disprove recommend replacing...

GLC02978.16

to Robert M. Patterson

Reports that, in accord with Patterson's "request & to accelerate the works," he has given a lot of assistance in the previous twenty days. Indicates that some on the Philadelphia General Committee of Defence have observed that he did so without...

GLC02978.17

to Robert M. Patterson

Seeks an explanation for why his name was omitted from the list of persons on the volunteer association of field engineers organized by Philadelphia's Committee of Defence. Recounts his admirable service thus far and notes that "The corps was to be...

GLC02978.18

to Frederick Eckstein

Responds to Eckstein's complaint that he was omitted from the list of persons on the volunteer association of field engineers organized by Philadelphia's Committee of Defence (see GLC02978.18). Patterson recognizes Eckstein's service and...

GLC02978.19

to Robert M. Patterson

Quotes from Patterson's explanation of why his name was omitted from the list of persons on the volunteer association of field engineers organized by Philadelphia's Committee of Defence (see GLC027978.19) and seeks further explanation. Provides a...

GLC02978.20

At a Meeting of the General Committee for the City of Philadelphia and the Districts adjoining:

Records a resolution to thank the volunteer association of engineers for their work along the Schuylkill River and other defense services. Also resolves to record the names of those volunteers in the minutes of the committee. Resolutions...

GLC02978.21

to Robert M. Patterson

Asks Patterson to call the volunteer association of field engineers together and requests that the enclosed resolves (see GLC02978.21), to thank them for their service and record their names in the minutes of the Committee of Defense, be communicated...

GLC02978.22

[Notice of a meeting for members of the volunteer association of field engineers]

Announces a meeting at Rubicam's Tavern "to receive a communication from the General Committee of Defence" (see GLC02978.21 and GLC02978.22). Possibly written by Robert M. Patterson.

GLC02978.23

[Record of meeting of Philadelphia's volunteer association of field engineers]

Records that at a meeting of the volunteers at Rubicam's Tavern a communication was received from Jonathan Williams, the chairman Philadelphia's Committee of Defence (see GLC02978.21, GLC02978.22, and GLC02978.23). Resolves to organize a committee...

GLC02978.24

[List of members in Philadelphia's volunteer association of field engineers]

Jonathan Williams, the chairman Philadelphia's Committee of Defence, had a partial list of member names and requested that Robert M. Patterson make a list at a group meeting (see GLC02978.22). The engineers at that meeting resolved to have a list...

GLC02978.25

[List of members in Philadelphia's volunteer association of field engineers]

Jonathan Williams, the chairman Philadelphia's Committee of Defence, had a partial list of member names and requested that Robert M. Patterson make a list at a group meeting (see GLC02978.22). The engineers at that meeting resolved to have a list...

GLC02978.26

[Bloackade of Long Island Sound Confirmed]

Copy of a letter from Captain Oliver, a senior British officer in the Long Island Sound, to Don Thomas Stoughton, the Spanish Consul in New York. Informs Stoughton that a British ship called the Valient was off New London, Connecticut, and orders...

GLC02978.27

[Receipt for payment of street paving bill]

Partially printed pink receipt for William Remington showing a payment made to the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore of $457.95 for paving Oliver Street. Marked "Folio 2 City Taxes, 1875," and "James M. Anderson, City Collector." Murray signed...

GLC03545.24.10

[List of bills for the Brig Emeline]

Accounts of people who have property being shipped on the Brig Emeline, Captain Stevens commanding, sailing from Liverpool in November 1815. Includes names and amounts owed. Given to Nathaniel Williams by Lou(is?) G. Barard by direction of William...

GLC03545.24.11

to Mr. Aruestroug and Mr. Parker

Discusses a sale of Madeira embroidery and some other related business. Written on letterhead of "M.M. Fernandes, Ship-Chandler, steam ship agent and wine merchant, and manufacturer of wicker work, Madeira embroideries, and a dealer in fancy goods."...

GLC03545.24.12

[Lease of property to J. M. Cook & Co.]

Marked as a copy. Certifies that Caroline and William Remington are leasing 46 South Howard Street to J. M. Cook & Co. beginning 1 October 1870 for $1200 a year.

GLC03545.24.13

[Statement of account of 145 North Street]

Certifies receipt of payment from Mr. Henry and John C. Coulter of $1000 for leasing 145 North Street, Baltimore, owned by Mrs. Caroline W. Remington. Marked "original statement."

GLC03545.24.14

[Estimate of cost of new fence]

Details costs involved in building a new fence.

GLC03545.24.15

[Lease agreement for 52 Bolton Street]

Agreement to lease a property in Baltimore owned by the Remingtons to George W. Mahool for one year. Marked original on document.

GLC03545.24.16

[Lease agreement for 48 South Howard Street]

Copy of an agreement to lease a property in Baltimore owned by the Remingtons to Davidson, Clark & Co., a wholesale liquor business, for one year at a rent of $1500. On reverse are notes dated 26 and 27 December 1873 extending the lease of the...

GLC03545.24.17

[Assignment of lease]

Documents the lease of some property in Baltimore from Sophia C. Read to Caroline W. Remington for the sum of $14,400. Describes the property in question. Daniel Myers signed as a witness.

GLC03545.24.18

Lease between Caroline W. Remington and Capt. S. H. Dunan

Partially printed document leasing no. 48 South Howard Street in Baltimore, owned by Caroline W. Remington, to Captain S. H. Dunan for $100 per month. The lease is to go into effect 1 October 1864.

GLC03545.24.19

[Sale of property from Charles Morton Stewart to Caroline W. Remington]

Copy of a deed of sale for a property in Baltimore from Charles Morton Stewart and his wife to Caroline W. Remington. Describes the property in question. Copied signatures of Stewart and his wife and Daniel E. Myers as a witness. On page four...

GLC03545.24.20

[Lease of 46 South Howard Street]

Copy of the lease agreement for a property in Baltimore owned by William and Caroline W. Remington to Jacob Saunders & Sons for $1500 per year.

GLC03545.24.21

[Lease of 46 Bolton Street]

Copy of the lease agreement for a property in Baltimore owned by William and Caroline W. Remington to Joseph Packard, Jr. at the rate of $650 per year. Small piece in the upper left corner of the first page torn out. No text loss.

GLC03545.24.22

[Lease of 48 South Howard Street]

Copy of the lease agreement for a property in Baltimore owed by William and Caroline W. Remington to Gray Richards for three years at $1100 per year. Note on page two in purple ink dated 11 March 1869 states the lease has been turned over to John...

GLC03545.24.23

Search of title of William and Caroline Remington

Partially printed document showing the leased properties owned by William and Caroline Remington in Baltimore. Includes the names of the various renters, the lease dates, the addresses, and the cost. On paper printed with Pennington & Read...

GLC03545.24.24

Estimate of cost of new fence

Marked duplicate. Details the costs involved in grading and constructing a fence for William Remington on Linden St., Baltimore, Maryland.

GLC03545.24.25

[Contract for graveling Huntington Avenue]

Contract between William Remington and Hugh Dawson for graveling a street. Details the costs and certifies that Dawson received payment. Note on second page dated 7 October 1867 states that Remington paid $55, his portion of the account. With 2...

GLC03545.24.26

Lease from Sophia C. Read to William & Caroline W. Remington

Copy of a lease agreement for a property in Baltimore called Oak Grove for one year at a rate of $600 per year. Witnessed by William George Read.

GLC03545.24.27

[Payment agreement for lease of 48 South Howard Street]

Marked duplicate. Certifies payment of $94 per month will be paid to William and Caroline W. Remington by Keen & Hagerty for the rental of a property in Baltimore, Maryland. Large piece has been torn out of left side of the page.

GLC03545.24.28

Sketch of a compass

GLC03545.24.29

[Bill for paving Decker Street]

Partially printed bill for William Remington to pay the city of Baltimore $1954.75 for paving a street. Marked "Folio 294." Anderson signed as City Collector. There is a newspaper clipping pasted on reverse titled, "City Assessments for Paving...

GLC03545.24.30

to William Remington

Writes to Remington, his lessor, that he needs to vacate the property on Bolton Street, Baltimore, in a few weeks and asks to break their lease contract. States that he will pay Remington $100 and will assist in renting the property to another.

GLC03545.24.31

Lease from Henry Watson to Caroline W. Remington

Lease agreement for a lot on Decker Street in Baltimore. Describes the property. Signed as a witness by W. N. Haynard. With 50 cent U.S. inter revenue stamp on first page.

GLC03545.24.32

[Lease agreement for 52 Bolton Street]

Copy of the lease agreement for a property in Baltimore owned by William and Caroline W. Remington to Henry Moore at a rate of $600 per year. Note on reverse dated 5 October 1874 signed by the Remingtons states the contract has been canceled in...

GLC03545.24.33

to Edward

Discusses rental properties he owns, financial woes, and other related items. Many cross outs and notes so it is possibly a draft copy. Signs with initials "W.R." His name is inferred from the other documents in this collection pertaining to...

GLC03545.24.34

[Sale to Keen & Hagerty of Captain S. H. Dunan's lease]

Copy of the sale of a lease on a warehouse at 48 South Howard Street in Baltimore owned by William and Caroline W. Remington.

GLC03545.24.35

to John Cripps

Writes to his friend about his lack of correspondence. Chides Cripps about setting up the San Francisco boys for when they arrive in Mexico. Includes local news and describes the financial burden the ranch has become. Sends his regards to Cripps'...

GLC03587.06

to John Cripps

U.S. Consul writes that Cripps' friends, Mr. Marquardt (possibly J.B.M. from GLC03587.03 and .06) and Mr. Brunner, have arrived and finds them to be very enterprising. Mentions that Brunner may be deported but reassures him that he will see Brunner...

GLC03587.12

to John Cripps

Expresses disappointment with his Secretary's ambiguous reports from Mexico, especially since the President and Senate look to Gadsden for information. Has had to rely on the "published speculations of fillibusters." Is surprised to hear that...

GLC03587.13

to John Cripps

Writes to his Secretary after arriving in Vera Cruz with Mrs. Monk (Cripps' mother), Mrs. Gadsden and two family friends. Asks for news regarding acceptance or rejection of the treaty.

GLC03587.14

to John Cripps

Writes to his Secretary more fully after yesterday's hasty note (GLC03587.14). Discusses the toll the trip to Mexico has taken on Mrs. Gadsden but hopes the rest of their journey will be smooth. Reminds him to set up a bed for himself, Mrs. Gadsden...

GLC03587.15

[Indian Peace Medal containing the image of Andrew Johnson]

One side of this medal contains the bust of President Andrew Johnson. The reverse side contains an engraving of a Native American and an American colonist shaking hands while standing in front of an altar. George Washington's bust stands on top of...

GLC01993.02

to Elizabeth Blair

Writes to his sister from the United States Ship Peacock. Relates his travels through Rio de Janeiro and the Antarctic Circle. Discusses his study and use of Spanish in port. Inquires about his parents, including Washington, D.C. "Globe" newspaper...

GLC03209.27.02

to Francis Preston Blair [incomplete]

An unknown author describes the education of another young man to Francis Preston Blair, editor of the Democratic Washington, D.C. newspaper, The Globe. Date range estimated, based on the time Blair lived in Washington, D.C. Only the last three...

GLC03209.27.04

to Elizabeth Blair

A friend informs Blair, the daughter of Francis Preston Blair, of the affairs of mutual acquaintances in Washington, D.C. Year estimated based on the use of Blair, Elizabeth's maiden name. "A.G. Brown" was written in the top right corner of the...

GLC03209.27.08

[Update on the activities of a baby]

An unknown author discusses the activities of a baby. Author references the Blair family, and is assumed to be a relative of Francis Preston Blair, editor of the Democratic Washington, D.C. newspaper, The Globe between 1829 and 1845.

GLC03209.27.10

Letter from the Secretary of the Navy, of the twenty-seventh instant, to the Chairman of the Naval Committee, together with sundry documents

Printed by Roger C. Weightman. Includes letters and lists related to the 10 September 1813 Battle of Lake Erie. Offers a detailed account of the battle, in which United States Commander Perry defeated a more numerous British fleet. Includes lists...

GLC03436.04

Message from the President of the United States transmitting copies of the instructions given to the ministers of the United States appointed to negotiate a peace with Great Britain

Printed by Roger C. Weightman. Includes letters from Secretary of State James Monroe to United States commissioners appointed to negotiate peace with Great Britain in order to end the War of 1812. Discusses reports received by Monroe from John...

GLC03436.05