Circa 1899

Unknown

Map

Title: Northwestern Main Fishing and Hunting Preserve controlled by Fred Henderson

GLC10142.04.02

circa 1870

Unknown

Stereocard

Title: Rocky Mountains Colorado

GLC04183.024

1928

Unknown

Photograph signed

Title: [Photograph of Herbert Hoover with his dog, King Tut]

One photograph of Herbert Hoover with his dog, King Tut dated 1928. The photograph was used as a 1928 campaign photograph. Shows Hoover standing outdoors while holding the paws of his dog, King Tut. Inscribed and signed: "To R. J. Phillips With kind Regards of Herbert Hoover" below the picture.

GLC00162.16

circa 1945

Unknown

Photograph signed

Title: [Photograph of Dwight D. (Dwight David) Eisenhower]

One Photograph of Dwight D. (Dwight David) Eisenhower dated circa 1945. Signed by Dwight D. Eisenhower in green ink to Captain C.G. Dilingsworth, "In memory of a pleasant trip on his great and happy ship." Portrait of Eisenhower as a five star general. Undated but probably before assuming the Presidency and possibly before becoming President of Columbia University.

GLC00162.23

1971

Unknown

Photograph signed

Title: [Signed photograph of Richard Nixon]

One signed photograph of Richard Nixon date 1971. Shows Nixon sitting at a table, glasses in hand, and an out of focus photo of David and Nancy Eisenhower over his right shoulder.

GLC00162.28

October 8, 1859

Unknown

Autograph letter

Title: to Mother

One letter from an enslaved man to his mother dated Alexandria, Va., October 8, 1859. Pertains to visiting with his friends at the Widow Bailys' in Faquier [Fauquier County], Virginia. Mentions meeting a young woman that he would like to marry and that he hopes the man who enslaved him will purchase her in order to have a "Virginia wife." Instructs his mother to direct further correspondence to Portland, Alabama, and writes, "We have bought all our servants."

GLC00226

1900-1929

Unknown

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Frank Van Valkenburgh

Illegible signature at end of letter. Pencil note at the bottom of the letter says it is Garrit [likely Gerrit] S. Van Valkenburgh, but it is too obscure to be certain. Pokes fun at his brother for such a bad letter to him. Says it is cold and that they are clustered around a rousing fire in the store. A dust storm is obscuring the day. Says mother is well and that their father is with Ed (another brother). Says Carrie Van Singer, probably a relative, gave birth to a son. Reports that there is peace in Europe and plenty in America. Mentions that crops are good. Gives update on family and…

GLC00686.30

March 15, 1858

Unknown

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William McBlair

Discussing events at Saint Helena since McBlair left. A friendly letter, sent via Captain Goodridge of the U.S.S. "Hazard." Name of the signer is illegible.

GLC00722.69

September 27, 1858

Unknown

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William McBlair

Sends letters and information, and thanks McBlair for a dog given as a gift. Letter written from Saint George's Castle, also known as Elmina Castle, a former prison and center of the African slave trade. Name of signer is illegible.

GLC00722.70

circa 1858

Unknown

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Edward L. Winder

Stating that Captain McBlair has given permission for a sick man to be given medical treatment aboard the ship. Offers to pay for anything the man requires. Appears to be signed with the name "Mace." Written on half sheet. Probably written after June 1858.

GLC00722.71

October 9, 1755

Unknown

Manuscript letter

Title: to unknown

Answering part of the recipient's letter to Governor Robert Morris, and following the instruction of the Committee for Purchasing Provisions, informs the recipient that a ship will soon sail "with 780 barrels of Bread for your Forces."

GLC01450.284

1763-1864

Unknown

Header Record

Title: to unknown

Two letters written at Fort Brunington. Dated December 5, 1763 and April 22, 1864.

GLC01450.332

July 11, 1812

Unknown

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Viscount Castlereagh

Indicates he is sending a series of New York newspapers that contain "an address of great public Interest from the minority in Congress to their constituents, and a very important act...on...Trade and...Communications between United States & Great Britain." The act referred to was possibly a bill that doubled customs duties, which was passed on July 1, 1812, shortly after the War of 1812 began. The minority in congress was against the war. Viscount Castlereagh was the British foreign secretary. The author's name is illegible.

GLC01450.724.01

1861-1865

Unknown

Letter

Title: to Alfred Hughes

Two women who arrived to be treated for consumption after his departure for Camp Chase. Fragment - remainder of page possibly removed by censor.

GLC02166.112

May 8, 1863

Unknown

Autograph letter signed

Title: to wife and family

He says he lost his knapsack one night with all his clothes and and his blanket but that is nothing compared to his life which was spared. He has not seen Charles since the battle and fears he may have been taken prisoner. All their officers were killed and he describes them as sheep without a shepard.

GLC00653.04.01

November 16, 1839

Unknown

Autograph letter

Title: to Cousin

One unaddressed letter dated November 16, 1839. Sender did not sign. Mentions daughter.

GLC01795.093

December 26, 1867

Unknown

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Emma C. Small

She reports on the letters she has received and mailed to her. George's health is improving, although he could not go to his office as he had planned, and he feels a bit down. She expresses concern about Emma's funds and health.

GLC00687.048

circa 1868

Unknown

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George May Powell

The letter describes Emma's last letters, though hastily written, mentioned him and his sickness. Emma asked that if anyone asked about her private affairs to tell them nothing. She would like a lock of Emma's hair if it can be spared, as well as a photograph of her in Emma's album.

GLC00687.051

1861-1877

Unknown

Autograph letter

Title: to unknown

This letter describes a lecture given in churches in Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston on Jewish history, using a large wall chart and map. The letter also includes recommendations about the reception of the lecture and exhibit.

GLC00687.117

1861-1877

Unknown

Autograph letter

Title: to Brother

This letter describes a lecture on Jewish history given in several churches in Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston, and differs slightly from the previous letter. The AB.C.F.M. reprinted an abstract of the lecture, prepared for a review of Sunday School work during 1876-1878. Recommendations are included.

GLC00687.118

July 31, 1805

Unknown

Autograph note

Title: to unknown

Price of flour and bacon.

GLC01450.600.018

June 9, 1892

Unknown

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George May Powell

He acknowledges the value of good forestry work and mentions work with Samuel Powell. Letter written on U. S. Department of Agriculture, Division of Forestry letterhead. Letter is signed, but signature is illegible. No middle name, so it is possibly Samuel William Powell or Samuel Wells Powell.

GLC00687.167

circa 1763-1783

Unknown

Autograph document

Title: [planning school districts]

on the back, a tirade against liqour

GLC03769.043

December 20, 1828

Unknown

Autograph document

Title: [planning districts]

on the back, a tirade against liqour

GLC03769.044

August 25, 1866

Unknown

Autograph letter signed

Title: to unknown

He writes about being in school and taking Bible classes. He hopes to see George May Powell before long as it has been a year. Letter might be written by Samuel Wells Powell to unknown recipient.

GLC00687.243