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to Vice Consul Moissonier

[Re: Genet Affair] Warning French Vice consul about violation of American neutrality, by trying to raise Naval forces in America.

GLC08130

to James Oldham

Re: avoidance of involvement in other's quarrels: "I generally presume them to flow from the indulgences of too much passion of both sides" (this dispute about contractor for Monticello Greenhouse).

GLC08131

[Letters belonging to Hugh Judson Kilpatrick, 1876-1880][Decimalized .01-.22]

Collection of letters belonging to Hugh Judson Kilpatrick dated 1876-1880. Consists of 21 items sent primarily to Luisa Kilpatrick and William T. Sherman. Recounts events of the campaign, Sherman's March to the Sea and other Civil War historical...

GLC08133

Requisition of a quarter cask of spirits

Requisition of a quarter cask of spirits

GLC08136

Henry Wellington Wack

Henry Wellington Wack: "The story of the free Congo State..." signed by Clemens with autograph note above frontpiece portrait: "A bucket of whitewash for the miscreant King Leopold."

GLC08137

Summarizing a scouting report

Summarizing a scouting report

GLC08138

[Depiction of Lincoln and family]

Depicts Lincoln with his wife Mary Todd and sons Robert Todd, William Wallace, and Thomas Lincoln circa 1860. Lincoln reads to Thomas, the youngest. Mary and their other two sons are seated around a dining room table. Contains an obviously false...

GLC08879.03

to Mary Kelly

Describes celebrating Washington's birthday by the firing of a gun for each state in the union, although they are unsure of whether or not states have been added since the Utah Expedition began. Written at Camp Scott

GLC04194.06

to James Kelly

Describes considerable suffering and deprivations experienced while preparing for armed conflict with the Mormons. Mentions discontent among the "ambitious young men in the army" because of a rumor that President James Buchanan made overtures to...

GLC04194.07

to John T. Caine

Comments on managing the Salt Lake Theatre with Hiram Clawson, and having to pay all the proceeds to the landlord. He mentions that Clawson brought up Caine's situation (taking up residence in Washington, D.C. in order to protest anti-Mormon federal...

GLC05493.03

Iroquois Treaty

Negotiations with General Chapin leading up to the Canandaigua Treaty (Nov.,1794) which was part of Washington's tactics to contain British agitation of the Indians and establish peace with the Nations.

GLC08332

to Captain Caleb Gibbs

Headquartered at Morristown after a brutal winter, reorganizes his personal, offical and family possessions for residence in Philadelphia as he re-builds the Army to answer Cornwallis's New Jersey campaign: "Bring...my sword, my gun etc.. can had...

GLC08341

Signed by George Washington

Act of Third Congress "for the relief of persons imprisoned for debt"

GLC08351

to James Kelly

Reports that nothing has been heard from the commissioners sent out by President James Buchanan to negotiate with Brigham Young, so he cannot tell her if Young has accepted the pardon offer. Moore hopes Young will fight. He expresses disdain for...

GLC04194.09

to James Kelly

Informs Kelly that the common belief in the eastern United States that the Mormons have become quiet and peaceable is wrong. He attributes their continued belligerence to a belief that they can bully the government into bending to their demands...

GLC04194.10

to James Kelly

Describes a Christmas dinner party he gave, mostly for men from the Medical Corps. Two or three balls were given, but Moore chose not to attend because he considers Mormon women dumb and unattractive. Discusses the Mormon block to holding court for...

GLC04194.11

to James Kelly

Discusses his travel to Provo, Utah, on a pleasure excursion, but fear of conflict between the troops stationed there and the Mormons resulted in General Johnson [Johnston?] ordering in 1000 troops and calling Moore to duty. Mentions Bishop Johnson...

GLC04194.14

to Mary Kelly

Moore reports that the Mountain Meadows Massacre in 1857, where one hundred and seventeen men, women, and children were killed, was "done to avenge the death of Parley P. Pratt." Tells how the Mormons have appropriated the property of those killed...

GLC04194.15

to Mary Kelly

Informs Kelly that Jacob Forney, the Indian agent, brought the sixteen children who survived the Mountain Meadows Massacre in 1857 into Salt Lake City a few days before. Explains that the children have confirmed the widely held belief that the...

GLC04194.16

to James Kelly

Gives graphic details of the Mountain Meadows Massacre in 1857. Is disgusted that the Mormons "claim remuneration" for maintaining and paying ransom to the Indians for the surviving children. Reports that the Indians claim Bishop John D. Lee raped...

GLC04194.17

to Mary Kelly

Discusses his deep hatred of the Mormons in inflammatory language. Mentions that the sixteen children who survived the Mountain Meadows Massacre are to be sent to their relatives in a few days. He is stunned to read in the Deseret News that the...

GLC04194.18

to Mary Kelly

Describes the Mormon view of polygamy articulated by Orson Pratt and condemns polygamy. Asks why the national government permits "such a people to be not only tolerated but furnished with the means of growing rich beyond that of any portion of the...

GLC04194.21

to Mary Kelly

Describes being out with dragoons in pursuit of Indians who have committed robberies on the Emigrant Road. In spite of the vigilance of the troops, "two or three small trains have been robbed and burnt, and some twelve or fifteen people, men, women...

GLC04194.24

to Mary Kelly

Discusses cold temperatures, the dancing that goes on at the balls at camp, and the numerous stores and saloons. Condemns the 15 October 1859 seizure of the arsenal at Harper's Ferry by John Brown, and hopes it does not distract politicians from...

GLC04194.26

to Mary Kelly

Discusses lawlessness in Utah. Moore reports that an opponent of Bill Hickman, a Mormon who was shot and Moore was treating, was murdered in Hickman's home. A group of Hickman's supporters committed the crime; one took the blame and the others...

GLC04194.28

to Mary Kelly

Explains that some of the troops stationed in Utah are to return to the east, but he will remain for a time. Comments that the Mormons are sad to be losing the market and the refuge from those straying from the church. Moore hopes to return east in...

GLC04194.29

to Mary Kelly

Reports that the troops marching east will do so in four columns. A training area for teamsters has been set up. Mentions that Judge Eckles will travel to the east at the end of the month, and disparages him for his scandalous relationships with...

GLC04194.30

to Mary Kelly

Reports that he has been ordered to accompany the dragoons, who are going out to protect the Emigrant Road. He will camp near Fort Hall, or Lewis Fork of the Columbia River, in Oregon. He is to be sent because the only other doctor had been sent...

GLC04194.31

to James Kelly

Explains that two thirds of the forces with him are out constantly escorting emigrants. Many of the travelers are extremely ignorant, and some sell their weapons to the "very Indians that lay an ambuscade for them at the first canyon they pass...

GLC04194.32

to Mary Kelly

Reports that there have been "no Indian troubles" around Fort Hall yet, and that the emigration is nearly over. Estimates 3,000 people have passed over the road near him and "probably twice that number over the road through Salt Lake and Camp Floyd...

GLC04194.33

to Mary Kelly

Hopes Abraham Lincoln has been elected. Mentions a speech by Brigham Young on the possible return of the Mormons to Missouri. Written at Camp Floyd.

GLC04194.34

to editor of the Bloomington Republican

Copy of a letter to the editor of the Bloomington Republican that Moore included in a 6 November 1860 letter to his sister in Bloomington, Indiana (GLC04194.34). Written at Camp Floyd.

GLC04194.35

to Mary Kelly

Discusses balls, dramatic representations, and social meetings in camp: the first officer's ball of the season occurred last week, but soldiers' balls occur two or three times per week; dramatic representations occur twice weekly; social meetings...

GLC04194.36

to Mary Kelly

Reports that New Year's Day passed enjoyably in the camp, where the "New York custom of calling on all your friends" was maintained. Although they "hear a good deal about secession, etc., it doesn't seem to oppress or weigh heavily on the spirits of...

GLC04194.37

to Mary Kelly

Discusses secession. Wishes South Carolina could leave the Union, and laments its power to rent the nation. Forcefully criticizes the leadership of President James Buchanan. Hopes President Abraham Lincoln will be prepared for the coming conflict...

GLC04194.38

to Mary Kelly

Mentions that Camp Floyd, named for John B. Floyd, has been changed to Camp Crittenden so that they will "not perpetuate the name of that arch traitor." Hopes that President Abraham Lincoln does not waver on the issue of re-supplying Fort Sumter...

GLC04194.39

to his mother and sisters

Written while at a stop near Devils Gate while traveling east to Bluff City, Tennessee from Utah with a wagon train. Discusses various aspects of travel, camp, and life on the trail. Describes the perils of river crossings, particularly the...

GLC05493.01

to Samuel Russell

Three letters on one sheet from Sallie Russell, Belle Russell, and Pennie Russell to their brother, who had left Salt Lake City on the overland trail. Sallie provides family news. She also discusses the force amassing to confront the Morrisites (a...

GLC05493.02

to her sister

Written to her sister in the Mormon church, not by blood. Discusses family news and her desire to move to Utah. She lacks the means to make the journey and asks if money could be sent to her. She comments: "I hear Brigham Young is the wealthiest...

GLC05493.04

to her sister

Discusses family news. Describes the actions of outlaws in the old west, particularly the actions of a man named John Holiday (not the infamous Doc Holiday).

GLC05493.05

to Joe

Carpenter is happy to be back in Salt Lake. Cannot send money because he has been out of work and in debt for so long. Carpenter is now working in a dry foods department. Discusses various friends and relationships, his separation from the Mormon...

GLC05493.06

to Son Joseph

Comments on recent changes in the Mormon church, lamenting that all Mormons have given up beliefs and practices to win favor with the world. People have put seeking money before seeking God. Discusses Mormon principles and his unwavering beliefs.

GLC05493.07

[Samuel Russell, Letter Book].

Copybook of outgoing correspondence contains twenty letters to newspapers and individuals defending the Mormon faith. Topics include politics, anti-polygamy legislation, Church affairs, railroad right of way. Several were written and published (per...

GLC05493.08

to J. Kulin

Refuses to sell his last Lincoln autograph letter for any possible consideration.

GLC08236.01

to William T. Sherman

Accepting an invitation.

GLC08236.02

to George, Prince of Wales

British hand-colored, printed rebus poem. "On War" depicts a miniature battle scene along with the lines: "How furious is the Battles rage/When foes with fire and swords engage...".

GLC08255.01

Civil war campfire song lyrics.

Fair copy of lyrics for popular Civil War campfire song, "Kathleen Mavourneen"

GLC08322

Marriage Certificate for wedding of 25-year-old Edith Kermit Carow, Parish Church of Saint George, London.

GLC08331

to Oliver P. Morton

Opposes Civil Rights bill a written: "I very much fear that its passage will utterly destroy our Free School System."

GLC08333

[Letters belonging to Wallace and George B. Mitchell, 1861-1867][Decimalized .01-.30]

Collection of letters belonging to George B. and Wallace Mitchell dated 1861-1867. Consists of approximately 32 letters, illustrations, and Union Patriotic envelopes. George B. and Wallace Mitchell were brothers and Union soldiers who served with the...

GLC08334

"I do not believe in a democracy which claims that its graciousness is measured by its indifference to human rights." As Senator.

GLC08335

to Count Vergennes

Regardless of current discussions, notes that powers of consuls have been agreed to with Rayneval and are awaiting signatures.

GLC08336

to John Syme

Re: disposition and treatment of British Convention prisoners in Virginia: "The prisoners... are to walk about in the day time, but to be locked up at night securely. They are to be well fed & treated with humanity."

GLC08337

Blank form to promote militia members with instructions on following orders.

Blank form to promote militia members with instructions on following orders. As Governor of Virginia, in Williamsburg [between 01 June 1770 and 02 June 1781.]

GLC08339

Disposition of property, money and slaves for a local estate.

"Your sales under the circumstances I have stated with convey a good title. It will only be necessary to levy an executive on the slaves & get them."

GLC08340

to Issac Monroe and Ebenezer French

Re: Treaty of Paris with Britain, 1783, and France 1800: Concluding a series of reminiscences for the Boston Patriot (1809-1812), he writes to the Publishers: "I have been insulted by Ignorance and Impudence on the account of these Treaties more than...

GLC08342

to Samuel Tucker

Chairman of the New Brunswick (NJ) Committee of Safety writes to naval hero Samuel Tucker of scarcity and hardship: "The call by the militia, for ammunition so great, that I have under the necessity of sending power to Amboy... Leed has also been a...

GLC08348

to Robert Morris

For release of former employee, Scotsman Hugh Brown, convicted of high treason and sentenced to death: "That he has once more expressed to me a desire to return to his native country saying it was very unfortunate for him to be in a strange country...

GLC08349

to His Brother

Re: War of 1812, impressment: "I have had the misfortune to be imprest on board of a British Man of War... I said that I was a native of Poland so I cannot remedy it otherwise but by your assistance you must not neglect to insert my Birthright..."

GLC08350

Signed by 18 sailors.

Sailors" Oath of Allegiance on Commander Barry"s Frigate "United States".

GLC08352

Commissioners of Indian Affairs:

With Robert Livingston and Killaen Van Rensselaer. The Commissioners of Indian Affairs address the issues of the Five Nations.

GLC08353

First printing of first inaugural address.

GLC08354

Text of the Twelfth Amendment

GLC08355

[Collection of 2 items concerning James Monroe as Minister to France] [Decimalized .01-.02]

GLC00496.065

to the Editors

Letter to the editors of the Daily National Intelligencer on being misquoted regarding the Homestead Act. Claims extracts of his speech are out of context. Requests the publication of entire speech. Imprint of building in upper left hand corner...

GLC00496.118.01

[Endorsement for a naval position]

In response to Herman Allen's third-party request for a naval position. Forwarded to Secretary of the Navy James K. Paulding.

GLC00496.120

"Sketchings, 1886, D.M. Stauffer, Lancaster City, Penna"

One sketchbook entitled, "Sketchings, 1866. D.M. Stauffer, Lancaster City, Penna," by David M. Stauffer dated 1866. Consists of ink and watercolor sketches depicting people (including African Americans in Louisiana), landscapes, coats of arms, and...

GLC07713.02

[Black soldiers]

"God save the republic. Never in field or tent scorn a black regiment." Issued "in commemoration of emancipation in Maryland." With George Boker's Poem 'The Black Regiment', and vignettes of colored troops in battle, slaves on the auction block...

GLC08358

to Thomas Johnson

Regretfully accepting resignation of Associate Justice of the Supreme Court. ". . .besides the difficulty of finding characters to fill the dignified and important station of Judge, in whom are combined the necessary professional, local and other...

GLC08367

to Lon Poor

[Abraham Lincoln] "Th Pres. grows more gaunt, pale, and careworn than ever. I feel badly when I think how much four years have changed him. I do not want to think that he could not endure another four years of toil and care like the last, and yet...

GLC08375

[Collection of 2 letters from Alexander Hamilton regarding the military] [Decimalized .01- .02]

GLC00496.030

Collection of 2 items regarding Sir Walter Scott [Decimalized .01- .02]

GLC00496.083

Speeches by Charles Sumner [Decimalized 496.088.01-.02]

Two speeches by Sumner.

GLC00496.088

[Collection of 2 items regarding Laura Bridgman] [Decimalized .01- .02]

GLC00496.114

[Engraving of Andrew Johnson]

Johnson's signature appears on engraving. Unable to determine authenticity.

GLC00496.118.02

Collection of items related to Colonel Thomas Marshall [Decimalized .01- .03]

GLC01450.005

[Lovett family receipt]

Details prize monies and other goods given by Lovett to various ship captains and sailors. Lovett was a privateer ship merchant and captain in Beverly, Massachusetts.

GLC01450.006.15

[Lovett family receipt]

Details prize monies and other goods given by Lovett to various ship captains and sailors. Lovett was a privateer ship merchant and captain in Beverly, Massachusetts.

GLC01450.006.16

[Pilgrim prize receipt]

Lists men receiving prize money from the privateer vessel, the Pilgrim. Not dated, circa date is inferred from other receipts. Lovett was a privateer ship merchant and captain in Beverly, Massachusetts. He served as the agent for the Pilgrim's...

GLC01450.006.17

[Lovett family receipt]

Details prize monies given by Lovett to various ship captains and sailors. Lovett was a privateer ship merchant and captain in Beverly, Massachusetts.

GLC01450.006.18

[Lovett family receipt]

Countersigned as a witness by Rebeckah Lovet. Certifying that he promises to sell John Lovett 5/8ths of a full share of his prize from the first cruise of the privateer ship, the Pilgrim, Hugh Hill Commander. Confirms that Lovett paid him $1,100...

GLC01450.006.19

[To all whom it may concern]

Somewhat illegible. Relates to the privateer ship the Pilgrim. Year is illegible but possibly 1817. Hill was the captain of the Pilgrim. Part of a collection of receipts from the Lovett family. John Lovett was a privateer ship merchant and...

GLC01450.006.20

[The Pilgrim's Prizes]

Lists five ships captured by the Pilgrim, a privateer vessel, the dates captured, their route, and the distribution of prizes from the ships. Mentions the brig Hope, Dutch Snow, brig Margaret, a Spanish ship the Valencio Anno, and the brig William...

GLC01450.006.21

[Lovett family receipt]

Certifies that he promises to sell John Lovett half a full share of the prizes from the first cruise of the privateer ship, the Pilgrim, Hugh Hill Commander. Confirms that Lovett paid him $457 upon delivery. Lovett was a privateer ship merchant and...

GLC01450.006.22

[Lovett family receipt]

Front side dated 6 April 1780 confirms receipt from John Lovett of $800 for a share of the prizes of the first cruise of the privateer ship, the Pilgrim, Hugh Hill Commander. Other side details two accounts for prize monies signed by John Lovett....

GLC01450.006.23

[Lovett family receipt]

Countersigned as a witness by George Raymond. Certifies that he agrees to sell John Lovett half a share of the prizes from the privateer ship the Pilgrim, commanded by Hugh Hill. Confirms that Lovett paid to him $300 upon delivery. Reverse has a...

GLC01450.006.24

[Lovett family receipt]

Certifies that he received from William Leach $18 for 1/8th of a share of the prize money from the privateer ship, the Pilgrim, commanded by Hugh Hill. Part of collection of receipts of the Lovett family. John Lovett was a privateer ship merchant...

GLC01450.006.25

[Lovett family receipt]

Certifies that the undersigned have received of William Leach and Elizabeth Lovett from the estate of John Lovett, a part of the prize from the privateer ship the Pilgrim, commanded by Hugh Hill. Manuscript is not signed. Lovett was a privateer...

GLC01450.006.26

[Settlement of shares of the Pilgrim's prizes]

Details the settlement of 45 1/8 shares of the Brigantine Hope prize captured by the privateer ship, the Pilgrim on its first cruise with Hugh Hill as captain. Also mentions the captors shares in the Dalton lands. From the estate of John Lovett, a...

GLC01450.006.27

[Memorandum related to Pilgrim's prize]

Certifies that the subscribers have received of Elizabeth Lovett and William Leach from the estate of John Lovett, their share of the prize money from the privateer ship, the Pilgrim on her first cruise with Hugh Hill as captain. Also mentions they...

GLC01450.006.28

[Settlement of Pilgrim's prize]

Details the distribution of prize monies and cargo from the Brigantine Hope captured by the privateer ship the Pilgrim, commanded by Hugh Hill. Indicates that the estate of John Lovett received from Moses Brown and Israel Thorndike $659 to settle...

GLC01450.006.29

[Settlement of Pilgrim's prize]

Co-signed by William Leach, Moses Brown, and Israel Thorndike. Details the distribution of prize monies and cargo from the Brigantine Hope captured by the privateer ship the Pilgrim, commanded by Hugh Hill. Indicates that the estate of John Lovett...

GLC01450.006.30

[Settlement of John Lovett's prize money and division among the heirs]

Co-signed by seven other heirs of Lovett. Details settlement of money received by Lovett and William Leach and recovered from William Bingham for the privateer ship the Pilgrim's prize. Signed by the heirs of Lovett and lists amounts paid to each...

GLC01450.006.31

[Pilgrim's prize receipt]

Countersigned as a witness by William Leach. Certifies that Beckford gave to John Lovett 1/2 of a share of the prize captured by the privateer ship, the Pilgrim, Hugh Hill commander. In return, Beckford signs that he received from Lovett $220....

GLC01450.006.32

[Captain Nicholas Thorndike's account with John Lovett]

Details account with Thorndike for goods and monies related to various privateer vessels. Lovett was a privateer ship merchant and captain in Beverly, Massachusetts.

GLC01450.006.33

[Collection of 3 documents related to the commission of Alexander Anderson Lieutenant Colonel] [Decimalized .01- .04]

Dated April 28, 1758- 20 October 1779.

GLC01450.007

[Slavery]

Negro woman "Jane" seeks a writ of "Homine Replegiando" (asking the Court to return to freedom) against Edward Worrall.

GLC08356

[Image of children holding "I am somebody" posters]

"I am somebody." Image from Martin Luther King Memorial March, April 4, 1998, showing children carrying placards paraphrasing those carried by Memphis Sanitation Workers on the day King was assassinated.

GLC08359

to Gerrit Smith

Written right after his release from arrest in Lindenbille, Ohio: "All of our Family have now returned from Kansas, except my brother Frederick who was shot in cold blood a few hours before the battle of Osawattomie. We have not however given over...

GLC08361

[Soldier's archive] [Decimalized .01- .06]

Simon Mower Whistler, soldier's archive of Harrisburg, PA physician. With three war time diaries, manuscript memoirs, medical journal and watercolor of hospital ship "Connecticut."

GLC08362