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to Eliakim P. Scammon

Telegram to General Scammon confirming receipt of a dispatch and reporting that the line has not been working for two days. Also states that they are fine.

GLC02414.020

to Eliakim P. Scammon

Telegram to General Scammon reporting that two companies of the 23rd Ohio are doing guard duty at Gauley bridge. It would take six to eight hours to call them in. On stationary of the U.S. Military Telegraph. Year inferred from similar documents...

GLC02414.021

to Eliakim P. Scammon

Telegram from Colonel Toland of the 34th Ohio infantry to Brigadier General Scammon. Reports that "Thurmans gang" captured William Richmond, Allen T. Richmond and Isaac Kales on 15 February. States that they met Flannagan's men and had a brief...

GLC02414.213

to Eliakim P. Scammon

Telegram from Colonel Toland of the 34th Ohio infantry to Brigadier General Scammon. Reports that they have 1747 cartridges for artillery and an average of 80 rounds per man for small arms. Will get a more accurate count tomorrow. On stationary of...

GLC02414.214

to William Knox

Mentions the loss of a vessel and the General Arnold, a ship. Discusses his distaste for "making anything out of the public," or making a profit from public service. Notes that he will consider unspecified proposals previously mentioned by William...

GLC02437.00752

to Peter Anspach

Written by Samuel Shaw, and signed by him for Knox. Knox replies to a letter from Anspach, Paymaster to the Quartermaster General's Department (GLC02437.00801). Finds no error in his account with the Quartermaster besides one omission of credit...

GLC02437.00804

to Henry Knox

Discusses the resignation of Mr. [William] North, from the Inspector's Office. Alerts Knox that North may write to Knox and members of Congress in support of Sargent. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature. Appears to be docketed by Knox...

GLC02437.03490

to Henry Knox

Carrington, a Continental Congressman from Virginia, reflects on Massachusetts' adoption of the Constitution (in February 1788) and what it will mean for Virginia: "The decision of Massachusetts is perhaps the most important event that ever took...

GLC02437.03821

to George Roberts

Was much affected by his editorial today on barbarism. Questions the veracity of the piece and suggests that if Roberts can provide evidence to his readers, this would create such indignation that it would "put an end to these atrocities." In a p.s...

GLC02509.04

to Sarah Kendall

GLC02915.052

to S. P. Oakes

Written on verso of "Premable and Resolutions adopted by the Second Brigade, General Baird's Division, in Camp near Nashville, Tenn., March 2, 1863."

GLC03136.021

to Comte de Moustier re: French fiscal crisis, political affairs, elections

Written as American minister to France. The electioneering was for the gathering of the Estates General. Moderate ink bleedthrough. Published in: Boyd, Papers of TJ, 14: 652-54.

GLC03276

to James Birdseye McPherson

Written near Vicksburg from Headquarters, Department of the Tennessee. General Grant informs McPherson, Commander of the 17th Corps, Army of the Tennessee, that Lagow (possibly Colonel Clark B. Lagow) "has just returned and called my attention to...

GLC03311

to John Bryant

Discusses administrative matters (the sending of various receipts) related to settling accounts with Captain Bryant. Written from the "Supervisor's Office." Free frank signed by Jonathan Jackson on address leaf.

GLC03432.110

To his wife

Written in pencil. Has marching orders and expects to sail for Suffolk Va, news that Longstreet is moving towards Gen. Corcoran at Suffolk and there is some prospect of battle.

GLC04558.075

Gerrit Smith's reply to the colored citizens of Albany.

Smith writes: "Would, gentlemen, that the following mottos, which antislavery Conventions, in different parts of the State, are cordially adopting, were engraven on every heart: 'No slaveholder for civil office; and no person, who thinks a...

GLC04717.17

to William Henry Seward

Smith writes to Seward, a United States Senator from New York. Praises Seward's intellectualism and philanthropic spirit. Notes that Seward's recent speech on the Fugitive Slave Act "does not, in all respects, come up to my expectation of what...

GLC04717.21

The West Point mob.

Smith discusses recent mob activity at West Point, New York: "Nothing else is so frightful as a mob- that many-headed monster, whose every head refuses to be controlled. Mobs and their dramshop inspiration threaten the ruin of our country. Ours is...

GLC04717.66

[Receipt for expenses]

Written by Pollard as aide-de-camp to General William Heath. Receipt for 55 pounds, 3 shillings "on acct of expenses for the Troops of the Convention." Pollard was on the staff of Heath, the American commander of the district where the captured...

GLC04764.65

When Sherman Marched to the Sea

Manuscript copy of a song written to commemorate Union General William T. Sherman's famous march to the sea, which began with General Sherman's troops leaving the captured city of Atlanta, Georgia on 15 November 1864, and ended with the capture of...

GLC04984

to Florence Hartsuff

re: Florence Hartsuff, 147 Montagne St. Brooklyn, N. Y. , envelope with two cent postage stamp and cancellations for Fort Omaha (March 13), Omaha, NEB (March 13), and Brooklyn, N. Y. (March 15).] Written at Fort Omaha

GLC05201.033

Pennsylvania gazette. [No. 1109 (March 13, 1750)]

Includes international news from various overseas newspapers. Addresses by both houses of Parliament to King George II regarding his majesty's proposed peace. Includes the king's response. Domestic news and classified ads inhabit pages 2 through 4...

GLC06670.135

to unknown

Written by Heyward, a South Carolina Signer of the Declaration of Independence, who was in retirement from politics. References letter of recipient from 8 September 1790. Says they need to come to some decisions about the Savage estate because the...

GLC06672

to Force [Judge Manning Ferguson Force]

GLC06762.021

to Force [Judge Manning Ferguson Force]

with annotations

GLC06762.022

to his brother Henry

Bids his brother farewell, with knowledge of his upcoming death. Encourages Henry to explore spiritiualism and to live rightly: "as you love yourself as you love man as you love woman, as you love god, work with your head heart and hands for the...

GLC07231.13

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

A combination thank you, and update letter. It starts by saying that General Hanst has not taken over the Collection Office, and as a result Osboron has been unable to take the post as his deputy. Osboron continues to writ that he thanks the senator...

GLC09400.103

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

Lowe is writing Senator Bruce to request he send copies of some of the speeches he recently gave.

GLC09400.208

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

inquires about his application for deputyship.

GLC09400.409

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia mentions income taxes and how much she misses Moe.

GLC09414.0201

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia responds to several letters of Moe's.

GLC09414.0541

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to London again and contacted Mrs. Malcolm and thanked her for her previous hospitality. He also saw a play called "The Lisbon Story."

GLC09414.1024

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he saw a terrible movie with Jack called "Brazil." He also found out the reason for the slow mail lately, a mail ship had had delays, and mishaps.

GLC09414.1351

To Ardena Mae Fouts

In the letter, Augsberger speaks about the first time he met Ardena. He says, "I wanted to kiss you the first time I saw you...the first time I saw you I fell in love with you." He also requests something of her. He writes, "Darling would you become...

GLC09569.36

To Ardena Mae Fouts

Time 9:15 P.M. Augsberger sends his love to Ardena and hopes this letter finds her in the best of health. He reports that he is fine but would be a lot better if he could receive a letter from you. He wishes that "the mail service would get better as...

GLC09569.56

Immediate Modification of Volstead Act -- Message from the President of the United States.

One pamphlet entitled, "Immediate Modification of Volstead Act -- Message from the President of the United States," dated March, 13, 1933 calling for a modification to the Volstead Act approving the manufacturing and sale of alcohol.

GLC09693.02

Far Enough

One wirephoto entitled, "Far Enough" taken by Associated Press dated March 13, 1965. Image is of a police officer holding a demonstrator back with a club as the demonstrator links arms with fellow protestors. Wire transfer information states that...

GLC09734.13

Baker Block the Way

One wirephoto entitled, "Baker Block the Way" taken by the Associated Press dated March 13, 1965. Image is of Wilson Baker stopping demonstrators headed towards a protest for voting rights. Wire transfer information states that protesters led by...

GLC09734.14

to Richard Jerome Silbiger

One letter from Sayord Stone to Richard Jerome Silbiger, dated March 13, 1944. Sayord writes that he is doing well and he has really found his place in the army. He is a member of the signal corps band and is stationed in Monmouth. Ricky and he have...

GLC09684.24

to Father and Mother

They were transported in train cars to another camp ground. They began their pursuit of the rebels. They planted theri artillery but the Rebels wouldn't answer so they couldn't tell where their force was.

GLC03049.01

to Mother and Dad

One postcard addressed to Eva and Morris Schwartz from Warren Schwartz dated March 13, 1942. Pertains to his weekend plans in Clinton.

GLC09662.206

to Uncle and Aunt

One v-mail addressed to Eva and Morris Schwartz from Nathan Goldman dated March 13, 1944. Inquiring about family members and mentions his honeymoon.

GLC09662.553

to his brother and sister

One letter from Jonathan Bunnell to his brother and sister dated March 13, 1863.

GLC05195.043

to Mrs. Richard M. Link

One letter from Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead to Mrs. Richard M. Link dated March 13, 1974. Item is a response to a constituent’s letter. Agrees that the White House has been slow to provide evidence to "speed up the response to Committee requests."

GLC09613.02.3458.01

to Jean Bauermann

One document from Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead to Jean Bauermann dated March 13, 1974. Moorhead replies to the Bauermann's letter against the impeachment of President Nixon. He thanks her for a "nice letter of March 4 and for sending me a copy of...

GLC09613.02.3713.01

to E. Feldt

One letter from Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead to E. Feldt dated March 13, 1974. Moorhead replies to the Feldt's letter against the impeachment of President Nixon. He writes "There are so many more things that are right but which must be appreciated...

GLC09613.02.3714.01

to Doris C. Eby

One document from Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead to Doris C. Eby dated March 13, 1974. Moorhead replies to the Eby's letter and petition against the impeachment of President Nixon. He notes that "It was very nice of you to take the time to visit so...

GLC09613.02.3715.01

to Rod Wetmore

One letter addressed to Rod Wetmore from Connie Wetmore dated March 13, 1978.

GLC09573.02.200

to Mildred West

One letter addressed to Mildred West from George West dated March 13, 1945. Pertains to daily life while stationed in Burma in the air corps. Provides instructions for sending photographs. Remarks on holding the handkerchief she gave him while he...

GLC09951.01.214

to Mildred West

One letter addressed to Mildred West from George West dated March 13, 1945. Pertains to daily life while stationed in Burma in the air corps. Remarks on raising Sharon and finances.

GLC09951.01.216

[Discharge papers of John Walker]

One document dated March 13, 1873 related to the discharge of John Walker. Lists money to be paid by John Walker owed to the U.S. Army. Written at Fort Brown.

GLC09965.03

to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated March 13, 1944.

GLC09996.103

to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated March 13, 1944. Written on Army Air Forces stationery.

GLC09996.104

to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated March 13, 1945.

GLC09996.300

[Squadron S, 348th A F Base Unit Crew assignments]

One document entitled Squadron S, 348th A F Base Unit dated March 13, 1945. Lists eleven crews with rank, name and serial numbers for each position.

GLC09996.424

[Items addressed to Dorothy K. Landau]

Two items addressed to Dorothy K. Landau from Daniel Landau dated March 13, 1944. Consists of a letter and a book club membership card.

GLC09993.427

to Dorothy K. Landau

One letter addressed to Dorothy K. Landau from Daniel Landau dated March 13, 1944. Pertains to daily life while stationed at a naval base. Mentions that he has signed up for a book club and that the books will be sent to her. Enclose is the...

GLC09993.427.01

[Book club membership card]

One book club membership card belonging to Daniel B. Landau which includes his membership number.

GLC09993.427.02

to Adam G. De Gurowski

Apologizes for not acknowledging Count Gurowski's correspondence sooner. Mentions the Count's diary, which was published as a pamphlet and states he would love to see public opinion run in the same channels. States, "I am hard at work in the...

GLC07483.11

[Presidential pardon of John Burns, convicted in the District of Columbia of larceny in January 1866].

Pardoned since the judge and the jury said he was a proper object of executive clemency. Countersigned by Secretary of State William H. Seward.

GLC00452

to [Edward W.] Kinsley

Criticizes Buenaventura Baez, President of the Dominican Republic. Kinsley apparently informed Sumner of a dinner for Baez. He states in full, "A Dinner to Baez! Why not invite the murderer of the Virginius crew? At least please read an authentic...

GLC02095.18

to Henry Knox

Written from Fort Washington, in present-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Comments on and defends his ability to perform his duties under General [Arthur] St. Clair. Also touches on his abilities to use military forces to protect areas in the Northwest...

GLC02437.05344

[Rufus Putnam's examination "of certain anonymous letters" leading to officers' discontent]

Pertains to the Newburgh Petition and Conspiracy. General Putnam writes an open letter "to the Officers in the Army" expressing reservations about officers' plan to obtain back pay and other concessions from Congress. Urges them not to threaten or...

GLC02437.10105

to George B. McClellan

Celebrates Union victory at the Battle of Pea Ridge, a major battle in the Trans-Mississippi. Relates that "The Army of the Southwest, under Genl Curtis, after three days hard fighting near Sugar Creek, Ark, has gained a most glorious victory over...

GLC02655

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He agrees to give up drinking. He writes at great length about the abuse of alcohol of which he will no longer participate in by abstaining entirely.

GLC02744.165

[Commission of Joseph Jones Reynolds as major general of volunteers]

This document approves the appointment of Joseph Jones Reynolds to Major General of Volunteers by Abraham Lincoln and President. Edwin Stanton countersigns as Secretary of War. Decorated by engravings at the top and bottom of the document which were...

GLC03614

[Presidential authority to the Secretary of State to affix the seal for warrant on the pardon of Jonathan C. Boyle].

GLC03824

to Ulysses S. Grant

Steele, commander of the Department of Arkansas, writes to Lieutenant General Grant, commander of the Military Division of the Mississippi (just before Grant became commander-in-chief of the United States Army). Corresponded with Generals William...

GLC03834

Gospel Heralds

The hymn, based on Luke 10:1, implores God to send messengers of His grace to those who are lost in sin and to those with broken hearts.

GLC05508.106

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

[Presidential authorization to the Secretary of State to affix the Seal of the United States to the pardon of Nathiel W. Watkins].

Watkins was the half-brother of Henry Clay, who had commanded a corps of Confederate Missouri Guards at the beginning of the Civil War. Document is perforated for inclusion in binder.

GLC05968

[Patent for George M. Selden's improvement in the tide pump basin or reservoir]

Signed by Adams as President. Countersigned by Henry Clay as Secretary of State and William Wirt as Attorney General. Selden's written description of his improvement is signed by Thomas Addis Emmet and Dudley Selden as witnesses. Contains a...

GLC06467

Orderly book of Stephen Kemble

Lieutenant Colonel Kemble, an American Loyalist related by marriage to Thomas Gage, served as chief of intelligence under William Howe and (briefly) Henry Clinton. He eventually gave up his position to Major John Andre. Locations include Boston...

GLC06668.01

[Acts and orders made at the General Court of Commissioners held for this Colony at Portsmouth, March the tenth 1658]

Written by Chief Magistrate of the Colony at Portsmouth Sanford. Report of a meeting moderated by Benedict Arnold. Written at Colony of Portsmouth

GLC00496.079

An act to Compleat the New Jersey Regiment to Six Hundred and Sixty Six effective volunteers, Officers included.

Document aims to raise additional men for the French & Indian War, with inducements including pardons. Details provisions for recruiting minors, slaves, and Indians. Additionally, allows Quakers to affirm, rather than swear, an oath. Signed by Hardy...

GLC00903

to the sheriff of Newport County

Informs that King George III has commanded troops be raised in the colonies. Indicates that Major General Jeffrey Amherst calls for 178 men to serve from Rhode Island. Orders the sheriff to give notice to the members of the general assembly in the...

GLC01500

Columbian centinel. [Vol. 16, no. 52 (March 10, 1792)]

Prints the federal act to establish the U.S. Post Office and post roads in the United States. Also includes local news, news from France and England, shipping news, and public notices.

GLC01508

to Harriet W. Dewey

He has been homesick. He jsut wrote to Cassie, whom he supposes is in Elmira now.

GLC02161.149

to Brother Henry

He does not know what to think about his brother's idea to sell the homestead. He doesn't know what he will do after he gets out of the service. Newspaper clipping features list of names of those drafted.

GLC02172.82

to Henry Jackson Hunt

Allibone signs as captain and ordnance officer, 2nd Cavalry Division, Army of the Potomac. Requests ammunition from the artillery reserve for the use of several horse batteries from Hunt, Chief of Artillery, Army of the Potomac. Probably written in...

GLC02382.186

[Scammon endorsement on an autograph letter signed from George J. Stealey]

Stealy, a captain and assistant quarter master writes to Brigadier General Scammon of the 23rd Ohio. Asks if he may pasture his stock on the other side of his post in Gallipolis, West Virginia, where there is good pasture land and fine farms. Gives...

GLC02414.147

to Henry Knox

Reports that he has been absent from Boston, attending a meeting of the Ohio Company in Providence, Rhode Island. Is pleased to find Knox has several shares of Ohio Company land. Predicts that New Hampshire will ratify the Constitution and Rhode...

GLC02437.03819

to Thomas Randall

Instructs Randall not to deliver to Messrs Pintard, or any other person for them, the bills of lading for his cargo, to let any of the property out of Randall's hands, or make any other stipulation until he speaks to their friends, Henry Knox and...

GLC02437.04536

to Henry Knox

Says that [Jeremiah] Wadsworth informed Flint that Knox wished to erase his endorsement from a previous note given by William Duer. Encloses the note so that Knox can erase his name, and asks him to return it when he is finished. Docket states that...

GLC02437.04537

to [Richard] Peters

Responds to Peters request "on the Subject of the Frontier Defence." Says that "I can explicitly inform you that the Measures taken for the Purpose will be immediate & must take Effect as soon as any State Arrangement can possibly get into Operation...

GLC02437.04876

to the Committee for the Sale of Eastern Lands

Refers to an offer made by Mr. William Tudor on lands he would like to purchase; offers, on behalf of himself and Mr. [Royal] Flint, to pay a higher price than Tudor for the lands.

GLC02437.05343

to Henry Knox

References Knox's letters of 27 February and 2 March. Notes he delivered the letters enclosed for Mrs. Flucker. Has learned from the sheriff of the county that no part of the patent can be sold to pay taxes. States he can count on his watchfulness...

GLC02437.05848

to Henry Knox

Says three weeks has elapsed since she arrived in Philadelphia to claim the execution of contracts she entered into with Knox and [William] Duer on 14 January 1792. States she has only been able to meet with Knox and William Bingham one time since...

GLC02437.05849

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he did not receive his note or Mr. Swan's letter until last Saturday. Explains he is unable to make a trip to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania unless it is absolutely necessary. Requests Knox to mention his name to an unnamed minister if an...

GLC02437.06060

to Henry Knox

Writes that on Knox's request, he wrote to Mr. [possibly James] Nesmith about Samuel Ely and his band of insurgents (who believed that Knox was not the rightful, legal owner of his land tracts in Maine). Encloses Nesmith's reply (not present)....

GLC02437.06659

to Henry Knox

Received his recent letter. Comments on how Knox might proceed with his land speculation deals. Discusses whether or not Knox should form a separate company for the purpose. Includes some financial calculations.

GLC02437.06661

to Henry Knox

The authors, writing on behalf of the Charitable Irish Society, have found that Knox is a member of that institution. Write to inquire as to whether he would like to continue his membership. Also, they invite him to the "celebration of the...

GLC02437.07923

[Note for Henry Knox]

Lee and Perkins, merchants in Dartmouth, promise to pay Knox £13.16.11 on demand with interest. Docket on verso is signed by Knox and dated 11 October 1790. Knox was asking that they pay his agent, Joseph Peirce, on order.

GLC02437.08378

[Note]

Promissory note to pay Samuel Hodgdson $1,390. Signature is struck.

GLC02437.08664

to Reuel Williams

Discusses the inheritance of the Waldo patent. Has failed in his attempt to find certain requested records related to inheritance of the Waldo patent. However gives a short history of Waldo patent and its ownership, and offers to provide other...

GLC02437.09288

to Henry Knox

Consists of two letters written in the hand of Samuel Shaw, Knox's aide de camp. In the first, which composes the top half of the page, Colonel Crane and Lieutenant Colonel Stevens inform Major General Knox that upon inspection, a quantity of salted...

GLC02437.09684

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for Thurstian Hillard]

Captain Patten recommends Hillard for a twenty-two day leave of absence. Directs his request to Major General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.09685

[Return for military provision and supplies]

Lieutenant Price signs this return for cannon cartridge, ten pounds of twine, and twenty gallons of wine for the laboratory at West Point.

GLC02437.09686

[Invoice]

List of goods ordered and bought by Henry Knox to be shipped to Boston. Consists of books on a variety of topics, including medicine, sermons, Classical literature, and others.

GLC02437.10384

[List]

List of goods ordered and bought by Henry Knox to be shipped to Boston. Consists of books on a variety of topics including, poetry, novels, dictionaries, and others.

GLC02437.10385