1915

Photograph

Title: Modern [20th century] photograph of petition recommending Captain Ulysses S. Grant for the office of county engineer.

Modern [20th century] photograph of petition recommending Captain Ulysses S. Grant for the office of county engineer.

GLC04360.117

1915

Newspaper clipping

Title: 8 News articles [decimalized: a-c]

Collateral: 81 News articles, mostly 1915-1925. The articles were written after Grant's death (bulk: early 20th century). Includes four articles about Susan B. Anthony centenary celebrations in 1920; two articles written by Grant's Granddaughter; stories and remembrances of Grant; and news concerning memorials, statues and his tomb in New York. Also includes Articles relating to Grant centenary (4/1922), Grant-Dent Memorial Association. Many of the articles have St. Louis imprint. Some are German language newspapers regarding Grant.

GLC04360.119

1860

Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865

Pamphlet

Title: National politics: Speech of Abraham Lincoln, of Illinois, delivered at the Cooper Institute, Monday, Feb 27, 1860.

Published by the New York Tribune as Tribune Tracts No. 4. Lincoln addresses the most pressing issue of the day, slavery, and attacks the view put forth by Stephen Douglas and others that slavery was founded by the forefathers of the country. He examines the views of the 39 signers of the Constitution and notes that at least 21of them believed that Congress should control slavery in the U. S. territories, not allow it to expand. Lincoln proposes that the Republican stance of the time was not revolutionary, but similar to the views of the country's forefathers, and therefore should not…

GLC04471.01

February 12, 1907

Nott, Charles Cooper, 1827-1916

Pamphlet signed

Title: [Explanation and correspondence about the printing of the Cooper Institute address given by Abraham Lincoln]

Signed by Charles C. Nott and Cephas Brainerd. Inscribed to "Ira H. Brainerd, With the regards of Charles C. Nott," and dated 12 February 1907. This pamphlet is an accompanying edition to the Cooper Institute address given by Abraham Lincoln, 27 February 1860. Includes an explanatory note stating that this edition is a facsimile of the "250 copies" that Lincoln refers to in his correspondence with Charles C. Nott, who edited the published speech. This correspondence is printed in the pamphlet and discusses the editing and printing of the speech. Also includes an introduction to the…

GLC04471.02

September 1860

Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865

Pamphlet

Title: Speech of Hon. Abraham Lincoln, in vindication of the policy of the framers of the Constitution and the principles of the Republican Party. . .

Title continues "Delivered in the Cooper Institute, Feb. 27th, 1860, issued by the Young Men's Republican Union (659 Broadway, New York) with notes by Charles C. Nott & Cephas Brainerd." Printed by George F. Nesbitt & Co., Printers and Stationers, New York. Includes a list of the board members of the Young Men's Republican Union. In the speech, Lincoln addresses the most pressing issue of the day, slavery, and attacks the view put forth by Stephen Douglas and others that slavery was founded by the forefathers of the country. He examines the views of the 39 signers of the…

GLC04471.04

8 February 1907

Nott, Charles Cooper, 1827-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Ira H. Brainerd

Replies to Brainerd's request to sign some printings of Abraham Lincoln's address at the Cooper Institute 27 February 1860, and asks where he would like the signatures to be placed. Remarks that the reprint looks much like the original. Admires Brainerd for getting the printing done at no cost. States that he has heard from Ira Brainerd's father, Cephas Brainerd, who seems fine, but he wrote to Ira to get the truth as Cephas is always so optimistic. Asks him to send another copy of the printing as the cover was ripped on the one he received. Advises him to not put the "Explanatory Note"…

GLC04471.07

1960

Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865

Pamphlet

Title: The Cooper Union Address given by Abraham Lincoln in the Great Hall of The Cooper Union in New York February 27, 1860

With an introduction written by Leroy H. Buckingham, Ph.D., Associate Professor of English, The Cooper Union. Published by The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, 1960. Buckingham's introduction discusses Lincoln's political background and the events and issues leading up to the speech. In the address, Lincoln discusses the most pressing issue of the day, slavery, and attacks the view put forth by Stephen Douglas and others that slavery was founded by the forefathers of the country. He examines the views of the 39 signers of the Constitution and notes that at least 21of…

GLC04471.09

circa 1880-1890

Photograph

Title: [Photograph of Cephas Brainerd]

Portrait photograph of Cephas Brainerd as a middle aged man wearing a suit. Mounted on backing board.

GLC04471.10

30 May 1806

Bucklin, Sylvester Fuller, 1784-1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Shares his views of law, discusses possibly becoming Hobart's classmate and notes that he may take up the law as his profession. Mentions that he is enjoying himself in Pawtuxet because of the females there and wants to know how Aaron is doing with the ladies. Asks Hobart to keep him updated about his exploits with the females and advises him not let the females complain when he is leaving "as Dido did of...Eros." Instead, he should "leave them a young Hobart to play in their streets."

GLC06313.04.005

4 August 1806

Emmons, Williams, 1784-1855

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Mentions he is glad to have received Hobart's but regrets that Hobart only asked for an account of a rebellion by the senior class at Brown University, which Emmons describes. Explains that those students from the senior class who left the college were suspended by the president for their improper conduct. Written from Brown University.

GLC06313.04.006

6 November 1806

Chamberlain, Jason, 1783-1821

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Informs Hobart that he is fine and enjoying himself in Thomaston, Maine. But notes that the town has lost its charm since General Henry Knox died. Mentions he has recommended Aaron to work as a clerk for Samuel Thatcher and Thatcher has agreed to pay Aaron fifty dollars per year. Also mentions possibilities for boarding. Explains how to travel by water or stage if he decides to come. Requests an immediate answer from Hobart, and if he chooses not to come, a recommendation for someone else to take the position.

GLC06313.04.007

8 February 1807

Thatcher, Samuel, 1776-1872

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Discusses a job offer for Hobart where he can complete in his law studies at Thatcher's law office in Warren, Maine, and asks him to come to Boston for an interview. Mentions that he can be found at the Massachusetts House of Representatives, where he was currently serving.

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27 September 1809

Houghton, Nathaniel, 1784-1840

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Asks Hobart to forgive his not writing immediately and says it is a pleasure to receive a letter from him. Answers Hobart's inquiry on what is it that he does in Barre. Mentions that he may be a "father or founder of the small family in the Courts of Justice..." and wishes Hobart could visit. Discusses the political situation. Claims that those who were in favor of the British cause now despised John Adams's "essays on this Administration." Also mentions it is the federal party that is condemning the Banking System, which they devised. Expects a treaty to be made with Great Britain and…

GLC06313.04.009

5 October 1811

Merrill, Benjamin, fl. 1811

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Shares his experience of working as an attorney in Lynn, Massachusetts. Mentions he lived in Lynn for three years and moved because his business was not increasing. Because Lynn is so small, a lawyer "residing there will receive almost all the business and for the same reason clients never come from other towns." Although he was the first to open an office there, the business was not enough to sustain a family. Also notes that several others are now planning on opening an office in Lynn. Concludes by advising Hobart that in his opinion, Marblehead is the "most eligible place in this…

GLC06313.04.010

13 October 1809

Thomas, J., fl. 1809-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Judge Thomas informs Hobart that Benjamin Hobart has requested an appeal but did not file a document on time. States it is not appropriate to issue a "warrant for decision," therefore regular court is scheduled at Caleb in Plymouth. Also mentions he "will take $3" and adjust the fee with Hobart later.

GLC06313.04.011

February 5, 1810

Houghton, Nathaniel, 1784-1840

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

States how pleasurable it is to hear from Hobart and shares his affections. Mentions that he plans to visit Bridgewater and Abington this winter.

GLC06313.04.012

22 April 1810

Jones, David, 1748-1822

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Aaron Hobart

Discusses legal matters pertaining to a land dispute. States that if Hobart sends the money along with the Quit Claim Deed, then Gammon would sign and leave it to him "to be conveyed to [Hobart]." Also mentions that if Elihu wants to purchase their shares, he must send $70 and the deed will be sent to French & Everetts, where Elihu can pick it up. Declines giving advice on a certain case, claiming that the "Physicians who are near you... must be better Judges...than I am."

GLC06313.04.013

1854

Smith, Gerrit, 1797-1874

Pamphlet

Title: Speeches of Gerrits Smith. In Congress, 1853-'4.

Published by Buell and Blanchard. Includes speeches by Smith on war, the homestead bill, the Nebraska bill, the Pacific Railroad, the postal system, the reciprocity treaty, and the sale of intoxicating drinks in Washington, D.C., among other topics. Bound with a green paper cover.

GLC04717.02

13 March 1856

Smith, Gerrit, 1797-1874

Printed document

Title: Speech of Gerrit Smith in the Kansas meeting, at the capitol in Albany, March 13th 1856.

At the Capitol in Albany. Criticizes Missouri aid societies that offer large bounties to proslavery inhabitants of Kansas. Deplores the allowance of slavery in Missouri, referring to the Missouri Compromise as liberty bargaining with slavery. Also condemns violation of the Compromise. Declares, "The right ballots could kill slavery this year. But delay a few years, and it will take bayonets to do it."

GLC04717.25

1847

Smith, Gerrit, 1797-1874

Pamphlet

Title: Letter of Gerrit Smith to S.P. Chase, on the unconstitutionality of every part of American slavery

Published by S. W. Green, Patriot Office. Letter was written at Peterboro, New York 1 November 1847. Chase recently disagreed with Smith's resolution at the National Convention of the Liberty party that slavery is unconstitutional. Argues that the Constitution "enjoins the abolition of every part of American slavery."

GLC04717.01

1851

Smith, Gerrit, 1797-1874

Pamphlet

Title: The true office of civil government. A speech in the city of Troy.

Printed by S. W. Benedict. Smith declares, "The legitimate action of Civil Government is very simple. Its legitimate range is very narrow. Government owes nothing to its subjects but protection... from crimes... committed against their persons and possessions." Also argues against the union of Church and State and discusses tariffs.

GLC04717.03

1855

Smith, Gerrit, 1797-1874

Pamphlet

Title: Controversy between New-York Tribune and Gerrit Smith.

Printed by John A. Gray. Correspondence covers the Tribune's report that Smith was absent from the House of Representatives on the evening of the passage of the Nebraska Bill. The Tribune recently acknowledged Smith was present, and voted against the bill. Smith complains that the Tribune's acknowledgement of the facts came much too late. Bound in a peach colored paper cover.

GLC04717.04

1859

Smith, Gerrit, 1797-1874

Pamphlet

Title: Three discourses on the religion of reason.

Covers, among other topics, the reflection of God in man and man's role and responsibility concerning religion.

GLC04717.05

1860

Smith, Gerrit, 1797-1874

Pamphlet

Title: Gerrit Smith and the vigilant association of the City of New York.

Published by John A. Gray, printer. Includes correspondence related to a law suit in which Gerrit Smith accuses several individuals of libel. In a manifesto, members of the Vigilant Association linked Smith's name with the Central Association, a charge which Smith denies. Smith's defenders call the linking of Smith with the Central Association "wholesale murder upon Mr. Smith's reputation."

GLC04717.06

1860

Smith, Gerrit, 1797-1874

Pamphlet

Title: Religion of reason, no. 4. The one test of character. A discourse by Gerrit Smith, in Peterboro, July twenty-second, 1860.

Published in New York City by Ross & Tousey. In closing, Smith writes, "The morals and manners of a church should be such, as to realize our highest conceptions of human dignity... Church of Peterboro! Be true to your own God at the approaching Election. He is not your God, who would have men vote for candidates who are in favor of a white man's Party, and of excluding the black man from suffrage and citizenship." Bound in a yellow paper cover.

GLC04717.07