13 March 1877

Osboron, I.N., fl. 1877

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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 for all his help in recommending him for the position. There is a small hole located in the top left hand corner of the pages.

GLC09400.103

1 March 1880

Shattuck, A.A., fl. 1880

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Hon. James Hill

Shattuck has written to James Hill to request his help in getting A. A Shattuck appointed Post Master of the WestPoint Mississippi post office. He has asked for hill to also ask Senator Bruce since they know each other to help as well. This item is related to GLC09400.106

GLC09400.105

2 March 1880

Hill, James, fl. 1876-1880

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

Hill is writing to ask Senator Bruce to help with the appointment of A.A. Shattuck to Post Master of West Point Mississippi. This item is related to GLC09400.105

GLC09400.106

5 March 1878

Autograph letter

Title: to Samuel Servant

A response to Servant that the writer is unable to lecture due to a session of Congress and his duties there. The letter is not signed, so no author can be ascertained but it seems to be a response to GLC9400.108, and as such is most likely written by Senator Bruce. This item is also related to GLC09400.110

GLC09400.109

31 July 1876

Hall, P.C., fl. 1876-1878

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

Hall wrote Senator Bruce to ask the Senator to send him public announcements of a political nature for review in Mississippi. Hill also asks when he will see Senator Bruce in the state in the future as he would like his opinion on the upcoming presidential election.

GLC09400.111

14 March 1877

Duncan, C.C., fl. 1877

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

Duncan is writing to Senator Bruce to request a photograph of the Senator as well as a copy of the presidents "Stepping Up and In" speech.

GLC09400.112

20 October 1879

Rosenbaum, C., fl. 1879

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John R. Lynch

This is a letter from Rosenbaum to Lynch asking Lynch to please write to Senator Bruce on his behalf for the position as Post Master in Meridian Mississippi, as the position is now vacant due to the death of the previous Post Master. This item is related to GLC09400.114

GLC09400.113

20 October 1879

Rosenbaum, C., fl. 1879

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

This letter is an introduction of Rosenbaum to Senator Bruce, asking the senator for the position of Post Master in Meridian. He makes note of his loyalty to the Republican, and his willingness to be of use to the party. This item is related to GLC09400.113

GLC09400.114

January 20, 1879

Orr, J.A., fl. 1879

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Hon. Post Master General U.S. States

Orr, is writing to the Post Master General on behalf of a Mr. J Reid for recommendation to a position in the Post Office in Macon Mississippi. There are many other names and endorsements listed, including; Meek, J.M. Dillond, Geo. G. Phillips, B.M. Brias J.W. Brody, W.R. Bugel and Jay, Ferris P.J. Allgood D. Joresh, Jamaquie H.L. Minor, H. and Hill S.V.D.

GLC09400.116

Circa 1879

Tarbell, Jonathan, fl. 1877-1879

Autograph note signed

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

A small note to Senator Bruce from Tarbell, which discusses the resignation of Judge Orlin. He is asking the Senator to endorse an application for the position that is now opening. This item has a separate docket and envelope GLC09400.117.2, GLC0940.117.3

GLC09400.117.01

Circa 1879

Tarbell, Jonathan, fl. 1877-1879

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

The envelope that the note from J Tarbell to Senator Bruce was delivered in. This item is related to GLC09400.117.1, GLC0940.117.3

GLC09400.117.02

Circa 1879

Tarbell, Jonathan, fl. 1877-1879

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

The seperate docket for the note sent from J Tarbell, to Senator Bruce. This item is related to GLC09400.117.1, GLC0940.117.2

GLC09400.117.03

January 12, 1878

Tobin, John P., fl. 1876-1878

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

A personal letter from Tobin, asking how Senator Bruce was doing, and asking for some good quality seeds. Tobin mention that the last batch the Senator sent won't come up.

GLC09400.118

20 December 1879

Rosenbaum, C., fl. 1879

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

Rosenbaum is writing to ask once again for Senator Bruce's recommendation for a position in the Post office in Meridian Mississippi. This item is related to GLC 09400.113, and GLC09400.114. Which are both concerning the appointment of Rosenbaum to the Meridian Post Office.

GLC09400.119

Circ July 1879

Autograph document

Title: [Powers - Hill Collections]

The title of the document is taken from the docket which named it the Power Hill collections. The document is a listing of amounts of money, and what has been paid, as well as estimated remaining amounts.

GLC09400.120

Circ 1870-1890

Autograph document

Title: [Morton Eulogy List]

The title is derived from the docket on the back of the document which states "Sent Morton eulogy to these parties" the document itself is a list of 27 names.

GLC09400.121

14 April 1876

Sullivan, Matt, fl. 1876

Autograph letter

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

This is what seems to be the first page of a letter from Sullivan to Senator Bruce concerning a note that Sullivan received after a 6 page letter was sent to the Senator. The page ends in the middle of a sentence and there is no second page with it. The docket gives the letter this description "Highly indigent"

GLC09400.122

25 April 1943

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Written at 3:30 PM. Sylvia just finished planting a victory garden. Went to Broadway the night before and to Toffinetti's.

GLC09414.0008

22 November 1863

Miller, Michael Murray, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lile Miller

Written from camp near Kellys Ford. Complains that Lile, his wife, does not write to him often enough. Refers to the Battle of Gettysburg and the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery, where Abraham Lincoln gave the Gettysburg Address and Edward Everett gave the Gettysburg Oration. Writes: "I suppose there was a Big time there on last Friday, we last evening saw a full account of it in the Washington Chronicle also the speech of Mr. Everett which I think was elegant, what a different spectacle must that day have presented to the 1st 2nd & 3rd of July, But as the Remembrance of…

GLC02155.117

1 March 1872

Thatcher, Henry Knox, 1806-1880

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Marshall P. Wilder

Discusses the papers of his grandfather, Henry Knox. Writes that he loaned them to the late Joseph Willard Esq. who was supposed to write a memoir of Knox. He is now having trouble getting them back from Willard's son but is working on the situation. Wants to ensure the transfer of the papers to the New England Historic Genealogical Society, of which Wilder is president. In a postscript states there are over 60 George Washington letters which he would like to place in the vault of the Society.

GLC02437.10734

26 May 1873

Thatcher, Henry Knox, 1806-1880

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Marshall P. Wilder

Transfers the papers of his grandfather, Henry Knox to the New England Historic Genealogical Society, of which Wilder is president. Stresses the importance of the collection and lists some conditions. Wants the papers to be "bound in a convenient form for reference as well as preservation," and indexed. Suggests they not be used or reproduced until this happens. Notes the George Washington letters are separated and should be kept in a fire proof safe. Does not want the papers to be removed form the Society for any reason.

GLC02437.10735

31 October 1863

Miller, Michael Murray, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lile Miller

Written from camp near Warrenton Junction, Virginia. Expresses his regret that Uncle Wills' son died. Writes, "O what misery and heart aches children have caused thousands of Parents since this wretched war has been in progress." Mentions his cravings for vegetables, noting: "I would walk ten mile for a mess of cabbage and potatoes." Recounts some trouble he got into with a patrol when he went out of camp without a pass to buy turnips. Notes that there are hard feelings between his division and "the Regulars," the regulars being jealous of them since the Battle of Gettysburg.

GLC02155.112

2 November 1863

Miller, Michael Murray, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lile Miller

Written from camp near Warrenton Junction, Virginia. Notes that they will likely move toward the Rappahannock River. Reports that [General Samuel] Crawford took command of their division. Complains that his rations consist of wormy crackers, pork, and beef. Comments on Pennsylvania Governor Andrew Curtin and the draft: "Now Dear Lile they have elected Old Andy Curtin, and the President has again called for three hundred thousand troops, and I judge the [Qota] [sic] of Penna will be between thirty and forty thousand, we will see whether they will be so anxious to come and fight they say the…

GLC02155.113

14 November 1863

Miller, Michael Murray, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lile Miller

Written from camp near Kellys Ford. Dislikes the country between the Rapidan and Rappahannock Rivers, noting that the Confederates have "too much chance to flank us here." Writes, "Dear Lile I should love dearly to Be home with you this winter for I am sick of this worse than dogs life." Discusses reviews conducted by Abraham Lincoln: "I suppose there will be no great time there on the 19th especially to see Old Abe if it was to see him situated as I have always been when I saw him, there would not so many want to see him, (on Big Reviews) with a gun and Knapsack on their backs..." Relates…

GLC02155.114

16 November 1863

Miller, Michael Murray, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lile Miller

Written from camp near Kellys Ford. Sympathizes regarding "the difficulties" between Lile and "the girls." Reports on camp news, expressing enjoyment that he received fresh bread, beans, potatoes, and rice as part of his rations the previous day. Continues writing on page four, 18 November, in pencil. Transmits money to Lile, his wife (not included).

GLC02155.115