November 23, 1963

Johnson, Lyndon B., 1908-1973

Printed document

Title: Proclamation of Mourning for John F. Kennedy

GLC09533

30 November 1763

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Poem

Title: [On W Macaulays History of England]

Examines the role of women.

GLC01794.01

September 1766

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Manuscript document signed

Title: [epitaph]

Memorializes George Maculey after his death as a man of learning and social perfection, devoted to family and country.

GLC01794.02

March 1, 1791

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Samuel Adams

This is a draft. She writes about affairs in Europe with the French Revolution and resulting implications, and hopes to hear from him.

GLC01794.03

September 4, 1768

Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catherine Macaulay

He inquires after her health. He is without money and the "common decencies of my rank & character." He speaks of a tendency to remove oneself from public life for mental relaxation, and of matrimony. He wishes to discuss the affairs of America. The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829).

GLC01794.04

February 12, 1769

Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

Typed Copy of GLC 01794.05 The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

GLC01794.05.01

June 9, 1769

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Earl of Buchan

She thanks him for entertaining her. She saw his wife and sister while they were in London. She is sorry to hear about his health. The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

GLC01794.06

June 25, 1769

Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

The local common people are simple and congenial to the spirit of liberty but are entrenched in the feudal system, making civil government weak and ineffective. He writes of Presbyterian tendencies to choose local pastors at the destruction of revolutionary patronage. He comments on the popularity of her writing. The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

GLC01794.07

1770

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Earl of Buchan

Letter written on verso of E. Dilly to Catherine Macaulay on January 5, 1770 discussing how she has suffered poor health. She looks forward to publications of greater consequence. She hopes conditions improve for his family. Previous letter from E. Dilly on the verso, crossed out The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

GLC01794.08

January 21, 1771

Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catherine Macaulay

He reports the undercurrents of the recent elections in Scotland and the state of the "spirit of liberty." He plans to erect a temple to liberty and learning near his home. The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

GLC01794.09

July 22, 1771

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Earl of Buchan

She comments on the state of the Scottish elections. She appreciates the place he has given her in his temple of liberty and learning and is grateful for their friendship. She plans a seaside trip for sea bathing for her health. The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

GLC01794.10

October 8, 1774

Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay Graham

He associates his attachment to the liberties of mankind with Catharine Macaulay Graham, and highly praises her. He remains concerned about her health. The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

GLC01794.11

December 13, 1774

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Earl of Buchan

She writes about living through posterity and expresses admiration of the Earl. Her health is much better. She writes about her daughter. The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

GLC01794.12

1777

Harcourt, fl. 1763-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to unknown

He expresses admiration for her. He describes Harcourt, Le Comte, and Wattelet. He expresses concern for her health and wishes her bon voyage with pleasant health benefits.

GLC01794.13

January 25, 1779

Harcourt, fl. 1763-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: [to Madam]

He expresses regret that she has been so sick and unable to travel, but is glad that she is feeling better now. He compares the English and the French. He mentions Lord Chatham's declaration to never acknowledge the independence of America, which, in Harcourt's translation, is fishing for a royal office.

GLC01794.14

September 21, 1789

Bushfield, William Robinson, fl. 1789

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

He introduces himself and sends a French cockade as a gift. He acknowledges that she honors people who make noble struggles for liberty. The address is partially missing, it looks like a corner of the page was torn out. The letter was written on September 21, though 1789 as the year is inferred.

GLC01794.16

1789

Robinson, William, fl. 1789

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

She acknowledges his acquaintance. The French Revolution is a very important event and she is grateful to have seen it. On verso of W. Blackstone Bussar to Catharine Macaulay.

GLC01794.17

November 23, 1773

Burgh, James, fl. 1769-1773

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

He returns the books he borrowed from her, the Harleian collection. He comments on his poor health and his doctor. He has printed twelve sheets of Political Disquisitions and will present her a copy.

GLC01794.19

November 29, 1773

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to James Burgh

She responds to his return of the Harleian collection. She comments on his health and the death of Dr. Hasekswerth.

GLC01794.20

August 1773

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Revd [John Collett] Ryland

She states her opinion on the state of the country and the proper candidate for Parliament. She highlights the need for piety, virtue, sobriety, and modesty. The lack of values and courage have led to "the eve of a National Bankruptcy." The proper leader must be devoted to the public and have a good understanding, not coveting a Parliamentary seat but must sacrifice for the principle of justice, with charity and love of God and country.

GLC01794.21

December 12, 1777

Claude, Guy, Comte de Sarsfield, 1718-1789

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay Graham

He regrets the departure of Catharine Macaulay Graham from Paris and hopes to maintain correspondence with her. He sends a list of errors from her history (included). He comments on Catharine Macaulay Graham's conversations with Lord Hanover and his opinion on America.

GLC01794.22

December 16, 1777

Claude, Guy, Comte de Sarsfield, 1718-1789

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

He again expresses regret at her departure and hopes to receive news of her safe return to London. He asks if her history has been translated into French and offers his assistance.

GLC01794.23

May 2, 1779

Claude, Guy, Comte de Sarsfield, 1718-1789

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

He will lend her some of his books and makes reference to a few historical points made in her history. He will seek out someone to properly translate the history into French.

GLC01794.24

April 20, 1778

Madame De Chaumont, fl. 1778

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

Letter is in French.

GLC01794.25

July 5, 1778

Madame De Chaumont, fl. 1778

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catharine Macaulay

Letter is in French.

GLC01794.26