1842/09/01

Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845

Autograph document signed

Title: Last Will and Testament

Last Will and Testament. Jackson leaves a presentation sword to his son to use " In support of our glorious union and the constitutional rights of our beloved country" and various other swords to family members. With Secretarial copy of a subsequent Will dated 1843/06/07. Written from his mansion at Hermitage. Written at a Hermitage near Nashville, Tennessee.

GLC07987

1858/01/20

Pierce, Franklin, 1804-1869

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George M. Dallas

Buchana's Presidency and politics: " Does it not sound oddly enough to hear ... Douglas ... Question whether he is indeed in or out of the Democratic party? These early open divisions certainly do not argur well."

GLC07990

1863/11/29

Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885

Letter signed

Title: To: Ambrose Burnside

Praising Burnside and offering support in defense of Knoxville: "Do not be forced into a surrender by short rations. Take all the citizens have to enable you to hold out a few days longer. As soon as you are relieved from the presence of the enemy you can replace..everyhing taken from them..."

GLC07994

1809/07/14

Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848

Autograph letter signed

Title: To: Andre de Daschkoff [in French]

As newly appointed U.S. minister to Russia. Working on "Strenthening the already significant relationship between our two countries."

GLC08010

1863/07/18

Sherman, William T. (William Tecumseh), 1820-1891

Autograph letter signed

Title: To: Major General E.O.C. Ord.

Following victory at Vicksburg: "Genl Grant evidently wants me to push after Johnston."

GLC08011

1865/07/09-1867/03/16

Sherman, William T. (William Tecumseh), 1820-1891

Autograph letter signed

Title: To: Major General E.O.C. Ord

Reconstruction of Arkansas and Mississippi. Seven ALS's and one Telegram.

GLC08012

1869/03/22

Wise, Henry A., 1806-1876

Autograph letter signed

Title: To: Beverly Tucker

Reconstruction: "...the enemy is taking slack rope enough to hang themselves."

GLC08013.02

1869/03/21

Breckinridge, John C. (John Cabell), 1821-1875

Autograph letter signed

Title: To: Beverly Tucker

Return from his exile in England and meeting with General Lee.

GLC08013.03

Var 1746-1768

Header Record

Title: Group of 7 Letters regarding the French and Indian War. [Decimalized .01- .07]

Group of 7 Letters regarding the French and Indian War.

GLC08014

1759/08/19

Stebbins, Jonathan, fl. 1759

Autograph letter signed

Title: To: [Stephen Williams]

The taking of Quebec, the arrival of the French flag of truce and two French deserters. "...wee here Quebeck is taken: which is rejoising to us: a flag of truce Came in here a few days ago: But would not own any such thing: they own wee are like to Conquer them..."

GLC08014.01

1861/?/17

Garrett, John W., fl. 1861

Autograph letter signed

Title: To: Gov. Thomas Hicks.

Regarding Garrett's conversation with Lincoln: "Gentlemen, the salvation of the union depends upon your state. If Maryland...secedes, civil war is inevitable."

GLC07968

1877/06/24

Sherman, William T. (William Tecumseh), 1820-1891

Autograph letter signed

Title: To: Irwin McDowell

Plans to visit montana, hostile situation with Indians at Fort Lapwai, Idaho.

GLC08004

1862/07/04

Smith, Caleb B. (Caleb Blood), 1808-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: Defeat of McClellan on the Peninsula [VA] during the Seven Days Battles.

Confidential report about defeat of McClellan on the Peninsula [VA] during the Seven Days Battles. The assesment is blunt but still hopeful, and Smith expresses his strong desire for his comments to not be leaked as they may cause wide-spread alarm.

GLC08006

February 27, 1792

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: [Notes on a conversation with John Morgan]

Recounts a conversation he had with Morgan that day, about a letter Morgan wrote regarding an incident in the Northwest Territories. Writes that he informed Morgan he must take action and have the matter investigated, due to his office. The incident apparently pertained to General [Arthur] St. Clair, the late General [William] Butler, fighting with the Indians, and a possible Court Martial or Court of Inquiry.

GLC02437.05327

February 17, 1777

Crafts, Thomas, 1740-1799

Autograph document signed

Title: [Bill for lace]

General Henry Knox bought 16 yards of gold lace from Colonel Thomas Crafts. Knox paid £16. Crafts signed the bill stating he "Recd the Contents."

GLC02437.08398

1783/01/19

Adams, John, 1735-1826

Letter signed

Title: To: Charles Dumas

Paris Peace Negotiation: " The Great Points of Independence, The Fisheries, The Mississippi and the Boundaries are settled to our satisfaction."

GLC07975

1791/03/10

Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826

Letter signed

Title: To: Juan De Q. Y Barneuvo

Agreement to set up procedure for returning fugitive slaves seeking freedom in Florida in response to request by Queen of Spain. To the governor of East Florida.

GLC07976

1803/11/12

Madison, James, 1751-1836

Autograph letter signed

Title: To: Aaron Burr

Submitting 12th Amendment to Aaron Burr. Signed in third person with Burr's docketing.

GLC07977

1863/02/17

Pickett, George Edward, 1825-1875

Letter signed

Title: The March from Fredericksburg

The difficult march from Fredericksburg to Richmond vicinity, locating good fround for encampment, desertion in ranks. Written at the Head Quarters of Pickett's Division.

GLC08005

February 27, 1792

Randall, Thomas, ?-1811

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes that he has taken the liberty to borrow five thousand dollars for sixty days. Discusses the terms of this loan in conjunction with his desire to send a ship to Canton, China, and has made arrangements with a Mr. Matthew McConnell. Adds that he expects the arrival of Mr. [Samuel] Shaw, his business partner, any day. Finally, touches on the debate in the New York legislature about granting the charter for a bank. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.05328

1792/04/17

Randall, Thomas, ?-1811

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes that he got Knox's letter, and that his finances are in order, so Knox does not need to worry about him if he does not get the discount. Randall will be able to pay him back either way. Explains briefly what income he will be receiving and what discounts he might receive, and shows how he and Mr. [Samuel] Shaw will have no trouble raising the money. Suggests he might visit Philadelphia this month. "Free" stamped on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.05417

February 26, 1793

Ogden, Samuel, 1746-1810

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Says there is an old proverb which states "Silence gives consent." Since Knox has not contradicted his previous suggestions, he will proceed to make "a location for you in this Town," meaning Newark. Has thought it over and knows it is the correct course. Believes it is best for Knox to leave a place where the people are ungrateful to him and to move to a peaceful and quiet place. Mentions his son is recovering from a fever. "Free" handwritten on address leaf with no signature.

GLC02437.05835

February 26, 1794

Ogden, Samuel, 1746-1810

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Introduces a Mr. Campbell, who is traveling from Quebec to the West Indies.

GLC02437.06052

February 6, 1795

Randall, Thomas, ?-1811

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks Knox, when he passes through New York, to bring some business papers relating to Randall's deceased business partner. Discusses his dire financial situation.

GLC02437.06349

1790/10/09

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to Joseph Peirce

Hoping to sell the portion of the Waldo Patent that previously belonged to Thomas Flucker as soon as possible. Worries that the lands will soon be made worthless by the number of people who have settled there illegally without paying. For this reason he hopes to sell the vast tract of about 60,000 acres by April 15, 1791. Discusses the details of the sale, which he hopes Peirce will assist in.

GLC02437.09233