24 May 1863

Rosalina, fl. 1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Asa W. Slayton

Rosaline requests that Asa write more frequently. He describes the illness and eventual death of Edgan Chapman. He describes funeral held at school house and a song sang by one of the students in his honor. He predicts a good fruit harvest. Rosalina questions what to do with Asa's pictures that were left in Grattan at the school house. He reports of a group decision to hang the pictures in the school house, but questions if this was Asa's intent. He compliments the pictures. Rosalina concludes by responding to Asa's question in regards to the best pupils at this school and lists Asa's sister…

GLC03955.11

25 December 1862

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Asa W. Slayton

Mary sends holiday wishes. Expresses surprise at the receipt of letter. Gives news of the death of Herman Hunt enlisted in 21st Michigan. Describes funeral of fellow teacher. Reports of good health among Asa's wife, sister, and sister-in-law. Informs Asa of local gossip and news about pupils from the school.

GLC03955.12

15 November 1863

Slayton, Emma, fl. 1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Asa W. Slayton

Emma thanks Asa for sending her a birthday package. She reports that the other brothers have also sent packages. Emma reminisces about times when the family was together and expresses grievance over recent death of their father. She offers to answer any questions about their Father's illness as she was there in the last days of his life while the brothers were at war. Emma finds the division of the farm among descendants to be the brothers responsibility and explains her father's wishes for inheritance. She requests to know the location at which Asa stored the picture of her father in case…

GLC03955.13

August 23,1861-1877

Unknown

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Asa W. Slayton

Complains that neighbors have been stealing produce, fruit and grains. Author threatens to shoot neighbors if they are found on property. Author notes that many neighbors are frequently on the move and hopes that these too will leave soon. Author makes mention of a debt Asa owes to a lawyer. Author pays $65.00 of debt and promises to settle the rest next time she goes into town. Author went to collect on a note from Mr. Denton who was unable to pay but vowed to pay at later date. Author reports that Mr. Day refused to take pictures saying he called for the pictures but they were not done…

GLC03955.14

August 1862

Slayton, Asa W., fl. 1862-1875

Autograph manuscript

Title: to citizens of Grattan Michigan

Slayton thanks the committee for their recognition, but accepts the sword on the behalf of all the men who have enlisted. Slayton recognizes that enslaved people are being used to aide the Confederates and that the continued allowance of slavery is hurting the Union cause. He then urges people to petition the government to the end slavery. He also describes the motivations of married men to fight. He expresses his commitment to the Union cause. Included is an envelope the envelope in which this written copy of the speech was kept with an inscription describing the contents.

GLC03955.15

1875

Slayton, Asa W., fl. 1862-1875

Autograph manuscript

Title: to unknown

A written copy of a 25th anniversary speech given at the dinner celebrating the anniversary of an unknown couple. Discusses the nature of birth, death and marriage. Expresses opinions on the wonders of love and marriage Commends the couple on their creation of a happy life.

GLC03955.16

Slayton, Chester, fl. 1863-1864

Envelope

Title: [inscribed envelope and cloth square]

Envelope inscribed with a description of the contents of the envelope. The contents include pieces of clothing from members of the Slayton family who have at the time of the rest of the collection already died including Ezra G. Slayton Simeon Slayton Elijah Slayton and Hannah Howe Slayton. [These items are also included with the collection.]

GLC03955.17

19 April 1862

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Autograph document signed

Title: [contract]

He grants Alexander Whillden a share in Powell's Cannon Rifle.

GLC00687.201

December 1, 1871

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Autograph letter signed

Title: to A.R. Spofford

Powell secures copyright of his book, Financial Schedule, with the Library of Congress. Letter partially printed.

GLC00687.203

3 November 1863

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Autograph document signed

Title: [bill]

Received payment for Joseph A. Hay

GLC00687.206

January 6, 1831

Bront, Daniel, fl. 1831

Autograph letter signed

Title: to S.W Kean

GLC03769.116

5 March 1808

Gregg, Andrew, 1755-1835

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Gen. Maylan

GLC03769.126

10 December 1859

Autograph note signed

Title: to Sir

GLC03769.127

1859-1864

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Autograph manuscript

Title: [Patents filed through 1859-1864 with patent numbers]

On the back is a description of a patent filed 1861/2/19 for a motion device for an artificial leg and ankle.

GLC00687.200

December 20, 1866

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Autograph letter signed

Title: to James L. Dayton

Powell seeks to procure a joint stock company to manufacture articles invented by Mr. A.M. Olds. Dayton responds on the back, agreeing to see about bringing the patents into use.

GLC00687.202

10 November 1882

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Autograph document signed

Title: to John A. Wiedersheim

He is billing GMP for a letter patent, including government fee, drawings and specifications, and prosecution. Partially printed.

GLC00687.204

1864-1905

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Autograph manuscript

Title: Powell's Patent Multiscope

He proposes a substitute for the expensive calcium light for viewing images, with an object that uses either sunlight or lamp light using a graphoscope, inserting a stereoscopic lens. Different lenses allow for different uses, including microscope, telescope, etc.

GLC00687.205

1865

Powell, George May, 1835-1905

Autograph document signed

Title: [contract for artificial limbs]

The distribution of artificial limbs for maimed soldiers is to be advertised by the U.S. Christian Commission's Board of Surgeons.

GLC00687.207

March 27, 1866

Condell, J., fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George May Powell

He writes about delivery of an express package. He discusses model arms.

GLC00687.208

April 10, 1866

Bell, Henry Y., fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Condell Leg Manufacturing Corp.

He is interested in the cost of an artificial leg. His leg was amputated below the knee. He includes a sketch of his stump.

GLC00687.209

April 12, 1866

Truell, Edwin M., fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to A. F. Williams

He would like a Condell Limbs circular.

GLC00687.210

April 13, 1866

Taylor, M. M., fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to A. F. Williams

He refutes Williams's claim that the leg he ordered was burned and "violently destroyed" upon delivery. He wants repair and offers to pay for express shipping.

GLC00687.211

April 14, 1866

Brinkerhoff, Charlie, fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mr. Condell

He lost his leg last August and would like a pamphlet of Cardell legs.

GLC00687.212

April 14, 1866

Burrill, James S., fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George May Powell

He needs the arm he ordered and doesn't understand the lengthy wait. He is negotiating a contract with the local town to sell artificial limbs, with a store and a factory.

GLC00687.213

April 16, 1866

Smith, Hiram, fl. 1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to A. F. Williams

He includes his measurements for a limb as well as a check for $75 for payment. He would like the limb as soon as possible.

GLC00687.214