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1868 Diary

Newspaper clippings inserted throughout. Almost all entries are cross written. Last entry is clear and talks of New Year's Eve celebrations.

GLC03131.16.08

1869 Diary

Records the weather. Notes temperature and time. Newspaper clippings inserted here and there. Most entries are cross written. Mentions church activities in many entries.. On July 13th, he describes meeting with the mayor. He attends various lectures...

GLC03131.16.09

1870 Diary

Records the weather.On April 17th, attends the funeral of a friend. April 28th mentions a parade to celebrate the ratification of the 15th amendment. He mentions taking Johnny to Sunday School. Many blank pages from June through December. Uses back...

GLC03131.16.10

1872 Diary

Front features phases of the moon, a list of principle cities and stamp duties. Entire book blank except for the end where he does some accounting.

GLC03131.16.11

1873 Diary

Front features phases of the moon, a list of principle cities and stamp duties. Writes poetic passages about the abolition of goverments like those in Germany where the war is said to have dug 7 million graves. rest of the book is blank. He uses the...

GLC03131.16.12

By-Laws of the Aslar Lodge, No. 76 Free and Accepted Masons

By-Laws of the Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons in the State of New Jersey. Discusses meeting times, officers, admission application, fee and dues. Past Masters, Officers, members are listed. Elections are discussed, districts, grievance policy and...

GLC03131.16.13

Furlough Permission

Furlough granted to Sergeant James Kiger for 30 days.

GLC03131.16.14

Request for Furlough Extension

Kiger requests an extension because he has Typhoid Fever. Includes testimony of two physicians.

GLC03131.16.15

Evidence of Typhoid Fever

Mayor affirms that physicians have appeared before him stating that Kiger is unfit to return to his regiment.

GLC03131.16.16

Envelope that contained furlough and passes

For James Kiger. Missing from envelope.

GLC03131.16.17

[Article honoring those who lost their lives in the Civil War]

Title torn from article. "These men fought to maintain and perpetuate the rights of human nature. These men fought, not for themselves alone--they struck the chains from the limbs of four millions of bondsmen..."

GLC03131.16.18

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

A small squad of 3400 Rebels came in the other day and he describes them as the godforsaken people he ever saw. They wore dirty and ragged uniforms. He and his friends are doing extremely well and have grown fat.

GLC03049.02

to Mother

The Rebs captured their post last night and they killed and wounded about 15 people. He lists the people that died, were wounded and even those that escaped.

GLC03049.03

William Crans

GLC06627.01.13

William Crans

GLC06627.01.15

William Crans

GLC06627.01.16

William Crans

GLC06627.01.28

to Alexander Catlin Twining

A letter written by James Pollard Espy to Alexander Catlin Twining. Espy speaks about past and future experiments and the character of huricanes. This letter is written on blue paper. While the date written on the top of the first page of the letter...

GLC07242.02

to Alexander Catlin Twining

An envelope addressed to Alexander C. Twining in New Haven, Conneticut from the U.S. Patent Office in Washington, D.C. The envelope is unaccompanied by contents. 121.757 was written on the back of the envelope. Both bottom corners are torn as is the...

GLC07242.03

to Professor Alexander Catlin Twining

A letter written by Senator Orris Sandford Ferry to Professor Alexander Catlin Twining. Senator Ferry writes to Twining about proposed amendments to a bill that will be put before the House of Representatives.

GLC07242.04

To: Joseph Barnes.

Recommending a surgeon, Dr. Fohna, who "with his peculiar practise, would do much good among our wounded soldiers." Includes photograph [vignette] of President Lincoln and his son, Willie, looking at a book.

GLC07963.01

[Vignette of Abraham Lincoln and son Tad]

Reproduction of a photograph taken by Brady. Lincoln and his son are looking at an album of cartes.

GLC07963.02

Abraham Lincoln

Publishing dummy titled "Abraham Lincoln" (made for Meserve's daughter and editor Dorothy Meserve Kunhardt, 1950) with 12 photographs inserted by their corners into the leaves. Signed by Meserve. Sub-text on front of wrapper reads "Photographs from...

GLC08548.02

to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh

A letter written by Gertrude to her younger brother Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh. Gertrude discusses religion and family affairs, including the recent relocation of their family from the Valley of Prattsbugh to out west. In this letter it is...

GLC06253.01

to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh Esquire

A letter written by A. L. Van Esquire to his cousin Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh Esquire describing his experience at law school and the companions he has made while there. Van also makes reference to Franklin's attendance at another law school...

GLC06253.02

to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh Esquire

A letter written by Robert B. Van Valkenburgh to his younger brother Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh. In this letter Robert speaks about family affairs, including his mother and young brothers who are now living in Michigan. Robert also speaks of...

GLC06253.03

to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh

A letter written by Mary Bethiah Van Valkenburgh to her son Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh. In this letter his mother writes about family affairs including traveling to visit relatives, selling property, and farm work. She also asks that Franklin...

GLC06253.04

to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh Esquire

A letter written to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh. In this letter, the author writes about farming and how the lack of rain will effect the crops if the weather persists. The author goes on to write about the prices that his crops, including wheat...

GLC06253.05

to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh

A letter written to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh by his sister Gertrude. Gertrude speaks of traveling to see family, her deteriorating sight, and family affairs. There is a thin stip missing from the top of the third and fourth page with minimal...

GLC06253.06

to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh

A letter written to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh by brother Robert B. Van Valkenburgh. In this letter, Robert tells Franklin what it means to be a lawyer and the moral obligation he has to be honest with his clients. Robert also provides a list of...

GLC06253.07

to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh

A letter written to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh by Otis H. Waldo. In this letter Waldo entreats Van Valkenburgh to return and continue working for the firm stating the amounts Van Valkenburgh would be paid for his first and second year of...

GLC06253.08

to Emmeline Wells Pratt

A letter written to Emmeline Wells Pratt by Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh. Van Valkenburgh professes his love and reminisces on their time spent together. In pencil at the top of the letter it is written that Pratt is the fiance of Van Valkenburgh...

GLC06253.09

to Jacob Van Valkenburgh

A letter written by Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh to his father, Jacob Van Valkenburgh. In this letter Franklin discusses family affairs and asks his father to consider coming to visit for Thanksgiving and to bringing his mother to visit as well...

GLC06253.10

to Mary Bethiah Van Valkenburgh

A letter written by Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh to his mother Mary Bethiah Van Valkenburgh. Franklin wished his mother a Happy Birthday. The letter notes that Franklin sent his mother a present, which is not in the collection. This letter is...

GLC06253.11

to Mary Bethiah Van Valkenburgh

A letter written by Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh to his mother Mary Bethiah Van Valkenburgh, about family affairs. This letter mentions the inclusion of four dollars, which is not in the collection.

GLC06253.12

to Jacob Van Valkenburgh and Mary Bethiah Van Valkenburgh

A letter written by Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh to his parents, Jacob Van Valkenburgh and Mary Bethiah Van Valkenburgh, wishing them good cheer around the upcoming holidays. This letter is written on Waldo and Van Attorneys and Counsellors at Law...

GLC06253.13

to Jacob Van Valkenburgh

A letter written by Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh to his father, Jacob Van Valkenburgh, describing the weather, education, and family affairs. This letter is written on Waldo and Van Attorneys and Counsellors at Law letterhead.

GLC06253.14

to Mrs. Atarrisum Voorlies

I signed telegram by Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh informing Mrs. Atarrisum Voorlies that his brother, Gerrit Smith Van Valkenburgh, and another individual would be joining her for dinner. The teleram has small tears along the crease lines and in...

GLC06253.15

to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh

A letter written by Gerrit Van Valkenburgh to his brother, Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh. Gerrit expounds Christian doctrine and speaks of local involvement during the Civl War. There is a large purple stamp in the upper left hand corner of the...

GLC06253.16

to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh

A letter written by Edward Porter Van Valkenburgh to his brother Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh. Edward thanks his brother for the gift of the book "The Shuttle," and mentions a recent health scare. The letter is signed Edy.

GLC06253.17

to Mrs. Gerit Smith Van Valkenburgh

A letter to Mrs. G. S. Van Valkenburgh. This letter details family affairs icluding the goings on of many of its members. The letter is unsigned, but it is believed to be written by a relative of Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh due to context. The...

GLC06253.18

to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh

A letter written by Gerrit Van Valkenburgh to his brother. Butler writes about holiday festivities, family affairs, and the weather. The recipient of the letter is believed to be Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh based on colletion context. The letter...

GLC06253.19

to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh

A letter written by Edward Porter Van Valkenburgh to his brother Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh. Edward writes about the history of Anoka, Minnesota and his experiences in town. The recipient of the letter is believed to be Franklin Butler Van...

GLC06253.20

to Getty

A letter written by Frank to Gertrude informing her of the death of Kate who is to be buried in Racine County, Wisconsin. Kate is believed to be Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh's sister Catherine. It is unclear the relationship and identity of Getty...

GLC06253.21

to Jacob Van Valkenburgh

A letter written by Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh to his father, Jacob Van Valkenburgh. Franklin updates his father on family affairs, requests money from him on behalf of Lizzie, speaks of the sucess of his farm, and asks that his father bring his...

GLC06253.22

to Otis H. Waldo Esquire

A letter written by Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh to Otis H. Waldo, the husband of his sister Gertrude Coeymans Waldo. This letter is the reply to letter GLC06253.08 that Waldo sent Van Valkenburgh. Gertrude is referred to in this letter as Getty.

GLC06253.23

William Crans

GLC06627.01.11

William Crans

GLC06627.01.12

William Crans

GLC06627.01.14