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to John McNeil re: foreseeing civil war

Written while on vacation. Argues that Civil War is inevitable unless the Democrats regain control of the government

GLC03660

to Elias Dayton

Written by Lieutenant Colonel Barber of the 3rd New Jersey regiment to Colonel Dayton, Barber's brigade commander. Encloses a letter from George Washington for Dayton, who is coalescing from illness. Also sending letters from Washington to Colonels...

GLC03662.03

Signed White House card

Printed card signed by "Theodore Roosevelt" undated.

GLC03663.04

to Spencer Roane

Written by Tyler as Republican Congressman from Virginia to Roane as Chief Justice of the Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals. Writes to Roane about issues surrounding the Missouri Compromise debates. Tyler was concerned with Northern arguments that...

GLC03670

to Bryan Fairfax re: allowing Fairfax to visit to discuss British peace proposal

With a note in a different hand on the address leaf stating "containing a pas[s]port to travel to the camp." Washington also assures Fairfax of his friendship, despite "the difference in our political Sentiments...."

GLC03674

to James Dundas

Dundas, Captain of the H. M. S. Bonetta, informs his brother James he was in New York and other locations before moving north to Nova Scotia. Reports that on the way, his men took five prizes and reclaimed two brigs containing low-valued cargo....

GLC03676.02

to Edward Canby re: disputes in Texas convention on dividing Texas into 2 states

GLC03677

to J. H. Barrett

Phelps, a Whig Senator from Vermont, writes to J. H. Barrett, possibly Joseph Hartwell Barrett. Relates that an article by E. D. Barber in the "Brandon Post" (a newspaper from Brandon, Vermont) provided misinformation regarding the Clayton Bill of...

GLC03678.01

to unknown

Docketed with blue ink. Possibly to J. H. Barrett (refer to GLC03678.01). Discusses the Compromise of 1850 (the Pearce Act) in detail. Phelps offers his opinion on the act, which related to the extension of slavery in territories acquired by the...

GLC03678.02

Farewell address of Andrew Jackson

This document is a copy of Andrew Jackson's farewell address. In it, he says "Our country has improved and is flourishing beyond any former example in the history of nations," Jackson writes. Like Washington's farewell address, he warns of the...

GLC03680

6th plate Ambrotype portrait of the General in uniform, in frame

GLC03686

to Robert E. Rogers and Henry Vethake

Rogers and Vethake were appointed Treasury Department commissioners in July 1857. Requests them to report to him as soon as possible if they intend to accept the appointment, and if so they are to "arrange with the Director of the Mint to give Dr...

GLC03689

to William Maury re: pardon and restoring political rights to C.S. Naval Officers.

GLC03694

to [Hickey] re: suppressing rebellion in Tennessee and allowing exiles to return

GLC03645

to Samuel Osgood

Writes to Osgood, then a member of the Continental Congress and the treasury board, to request that Congress pay Baron von Steuben. States that "it has been owing to [von Steuben] that a substantial discipline has been established in the American...

GLC03646

to Abraham Van Hoorn

Discusses the patenting of Indian lands in New York. Expresses concerns that their "adversaries Mr. Rutgers Bleeker & Compy. design to take in more Land than they purchased from the Natives." Discusses what actions they should take to protect...

GLC03652

to John Jay

Writing as a member of the Continental Congress, Monroe seeks Jay's attendance at a meeting and input on the issues of governing territories and establishing an Indian Department. Indicates that the questions will pertain to whether or not the...

GLC03654

New Hampshire Revolutionary War documents, mainly dealing with draft, militia

1. King George III. D: Portsmouth, N.H. 4 November 1769. Legal writ to the sheriff of New Hampshire ordering the seizure of Richard Perkins for appearance in court. 1p. + docket + endorsement.

2. State of New Hampshire. D: Hillsborough, [N.H.]...

GLC03657

Declaration of rights and plan of government for the State of New Hampshire.

This document is a legal document that affirms the legitimacy of the government of New Hampshire. Explicates a plan of government as well as affirming the rights of citizens. Docketed on recto by Isaac Andrews.

GLC03658

to George Bowers

Requests that northern New Hampshire send more volunteer soldiers. Suggests using musicians to attract recruits. Lauds the hard work given to recruiting by Bowers, his father, and Frank Fletcher.

GLC03659

to unknown

Writes concerning his opinion that fighting cannot restore the Union. Comments, "Good & patriotic men have not yet reached your stand point & mine, that no faith can be reposed 'in arms for the restoration of either peace or of the States to the...

GLC03661

[Resolutions of Virigina and Massachusetts against the Stamp Act]

A transmittal letter signed by Walpole as clerk for the Privy Council in the Court of St. James. Transmits resolutions from Virginia and Massachusetts proclaiming the Stamp Act illegal. The Stamp had been passed by Parliament earlier that year....

GLC03662.01

[Pay order to John Smith for salt petre]

Signed by Ellsworth as member of the Connecticut Committee for the Pay Table and countersigned by Treasurer John Lawrence. A note on the verso signed by Jonathan Bird confirms receipt of monies from Lawrence.

GLC03662.02

[Pay order for selectmen of Preston, Connecticut]

Financial document signed by Seymour as a member of the Pay Table Committee in Connecticut. The committee was responsible for the finances of Connecticut during the Revolution. To Connecticut Treasurer John Lawrence. Document says to pay the...

GLC03662.04

[Pay order for Simeon Brooks and Giles Cone]

Financial document signed by Ellsworth as a member of the Connecticut Pay Table Committee. The committee was responsible for Connecticut's finances during the Revolution. To Connecticut Treasurer John Lawrence. Payment of four pounds, 18 shillings...

GLC03662.05

[Six Connecticut six pence currency notes]

Currency pieces numbered 11282, 11284, 11287, 11291, 11294 (all signed by B. Payne) and 19157 (signed by G. Wyllys). On the verso of each is written "Regd E Colt." Indicates that by order of the Connecticut Assembly on 19 June 1776 the notes shall...

GLC03662.06

[Pay order for John Spencer, for carting salt petre to Wyndham, Connecticut]

Countersigned by five other selectmen of Norwich: Azanich Luthrop, Nathaniel Backus, Elijah Brewster, Silas Hyde, John Gager. Asks the Committee of the Paytable of the Colony of Connecticut to pay Spencer forty shillings. A note signed by Spencer on...

GLC03662.07

[Pay order to Josiah Blacksley for salt petre]

Countersigned by T. Seymour to Treasurer John Lawrence. Orders Blacksley be paid fifty five pounds, thirteen shillings. A document signed on the verso signed by Blacksley indicates the money was received.

GLC03662.08

[Promissory note for Elias Carrington]

Promissory to to Elias Carrington for twelve schillings and three pence for caring for a sick soldier while on furlough. Also signed by John Lawrence as Treasurer. Verso signed by Samuel Peck, stating he recieved the money.

GLC03662.09

[Land patent for Adams Stephen of Frederick County].

Fairfax was Lord Proprietor of the Northern Neck of Virginia and the only resident Lord Proprietor in America. This document is docketed on verso and is accompanied by a paper seal. Docket reads " Adam Stephen Esqr. Deed For 306 Acres In Frederick...

GLC03662.10

to Harvey

Discusses using President Wilson's quote of 1 January in a newspaper article. Criticizes Wilson's prosecution of the war in Europe. Says that Wilson can speed up the war and come "to the left of our allies before it is too late, by just one...

GLC03663.01

to Henry Needham

Discusses the political timing of his return from safari. Mentions a possible trip to India and editing his book.

GLC03663.02

to Henry Needham

Writes to Neeham, of McClure's magazine, describing his hobbies and interests. He writes, "I am not an athlete; I am simply a good,...out-of-doors man." Copy of a letter with written corrections not in Roosevelt's hand.

GLC03663.03

Letter by Henry Needham's widow

Needham, a journalist for Collier's was killed in a plane crash while covering WWI.

GLC03663.05

to Colonel Hild

Sheridan sends Colonel Hild the sword he wore in every battle he fought in during the Civil War.

GLC03664.02

to John Henry Hammond

Sherman, commanding an expeditionary Army, writes to Colonel Hammond as his forces approach Jackson, Mississippi. Possibly referring to Generals John Grubb Parke (Union) and Frederick Steele, writes "Your note is received I dont want Parke to keep a...

GLC03665

to Edward Hatch

Major General Sherman writes to General Hatch about his plans for the Carolina campaign against Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston. Sherman gives Hatch orders for troop movements. "I wish you tomorrow to send a Detachment to the Forks of the...

GLC03666

A History of the campaigns of 1780 and 1781, in the Southern Provinces

With Newberry Library bookplate and library stamp of the Newberry. Accompanied by William Eaton fold-out map (49 x 66 cm), showing Cornwallis' marches through Virginia and Maryland (while Jefferson was governor of Virginia).

GLC03667

to William Davenport

Discusses the second Seminole War in Florida and Georgia. Focuses on the corrupting influence large public expenditures to sustain the war are having on the Americans inhabiting the region. Fears greed will cause the conflict to be elongated and...

GLC03668

to Robert Letcher re: transmitting resolution of Miss. legislature re: Texas

Includes attached resolution to Congress re: annexation of Texas.

GLC03669

to Robert Tyler

Written from former President Tyler's plantation, Sherwood Forest, to his son Robert. Robert transmitted a letter from Mr. Buchanan (President James Buchanan, confirmed by docket). John returns the letter, encouraging Robert to respond in a way...

GLC03671

Journals of Congress v. 2 and 4

Declaration of Independence printed in v. 2

GLC03672.01

Journals of Congress v.3, 5, 7, 8, 9 and 10

Vols 3, 9 and 10 were printed by Dunlap while vols.5 and 7 were printed by Claypoole. All are uniformly bound in quarter leather with marbled paper boards.

GLC03672.02

Treaty of amity, commerce and navigation between Great Britain and United States

Printed by Edward Johnston. Official British printing of Jay's Treaty. Signed on 19 November 1794. ADD REFERENCES.

GLC03673.01

A bill for carrying into execution the treaty of amity, commerce, and navigation

Printed docket.

GLC03673.02

to Thomas Pinckney

Written by Adams as American Minister to the Netherlands. Recipient inferred as Thomas Pinckney, American Minister to Britain who was serving as envoy extraordinary to Spain to negotiate boundaries. Mentions Pinckney's letter of 28 October 1795 to...

GLC03675

to James Dundas

Dundas, Captain of H. M. S. Bonetta, informs his brother James he is still alive despite "having suffered more Hardships from the 4 of Oct last than in all the rest of my Lifetime put together." Relates that he sailed into New Providence, Bahamas...

GLC03676.01

to James Dundas

Ralph, Captain of the H. M. S. Bonetta, writes to his brother James. Lists the names of ships involved in an expedition. Mentions General Charles Cornwallis. Relates news related to various sailors and a ship that sailed to Antigua. States that...

GLC03676.03

to James Dundas

Dundas, captain of the H. M. S. Bonetta, writes from the Elizabeth River to his brother James. Reports that he was sent to the James Islands "to cover the Boats of Earle Cornwallis's Army who were ordered away from the Pursuit of the Marquis Fayette...

GLC03676.04

to James Dundas

Dundas, the British captain of the H. M. S. Bonetta, informs his brother James that he was made "a Prisoner to France" and in New York on parole. Discusses the British capitulation at the Battle of Yorktown: "we lost our Ground Inch by Inch and did...

GLC03676.05

Information respecting the history condition and prospects of the Indian tribes of the United States

Six volumes of a series entitled, "Information respecting the history condition and prospects of the Indian tribes of the United States," published in 1853- 1957. Contains the results of a study commissioned by Congress to collect statistics on the...

GLC03679

to his wife

Soldier "Elbert" writes concerning the death and destruction of the Peninsular campaign. Includes small map.

GLC03682

to Mrs. Smith [incomplete]

Written to his mother on patriotic stationery reporting on his movements from the time of leaving camp until his arrival at the site of the Battle of Fair Oaks.

GLC03683

to Johnny Borary

Describes the Battle of Fredericksburg and Stonewall Jackson.

GLC03684

to Eliakim P. Scammon

Discussing troop movement and requesting transportation for squad losing their team. Written at "Camp at Green Meadows."

GLC03687

[Multiple endorsements on a letter to General William D. Whipple]

Endorsed 12 September by Sherman, who orders the recipient to report to Major General Howard (Oliver Otis Howard). Endorsed 28 August 1864 by General George Henry Thomas, who forwards the document to Sherman; endorsed and forwarded 25 August 1864 by...

GLC03688

to Ulysses S. Grant

Polk, Confederate Major General Commanding, writes to Union General Grant requesting that families of officers captured at Fort Donelson, including General Simon Buckner be allowed to visit. Mentions that the Confederate forces allowed the families...

GLC03690

[An Act of the Confederate legislature regarding the Confederate Navy]

Proposes a bill to be entitled, "An Act for the establishment & Equalization of the grades of Officers of the Navy, and for other purposes." Includes a three page section titled Explanatory Notes.

GLC03691

to Matthew Fontaine Maury

Both pages have had portions of the name of the writer and recipient cut-out. Pertains to docking, capture of one ship & burning of another [names cut]. Year is inferred.

GLC03692

[Parole permitting William L. Maury to return home]

Signed by Hunter, a captain in the U.S. Army.

GLC03693.01

[Certifying oath of allegiance taken by William L. Maury]

GLC03693.02

to Edward A. Stansbury

Writes to Stansbury about the use of the word "Free" verses "Independent" as a prefix to the democratic political party. States "I...mean never to call myself any thing but an Independent Democrat until I can claim the name Democrat without that...

GLC03695

[Collection of Asa Smith, K company, 16th regiment, Massachusetts, infantry] [decimalized]

The Asa D. Smith collection of Civil War correspondence includes letters written to his family in Massachusetts. Smith writes most of his letters from Camp Hamilton in Hampton, Virginia, with a few from Suffolk, Virginia as the regiment moves into...

GLC03696

to Matthew Griswold

Written as Secretary of War to Connecticut governor Griswold about postponing the recruitment of troops until March. He would like those already enlisted to be forwarded to West Point.

GLC03697

to Robert Cary & Co.

Mentions enclosing invoices for goods (not included). Discusses tobacco sales. Criticizes English agents for selling tobacco at too low a price. States that, " ... I have lost (at least) four years out of five by Consignments having better prices...

GLC03933

to George Washington

Written by Paca, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, as Governor of Maryland to General Washington. Signature has been clipped and added. Says there is reason to believe the British crown has prohibited offensive operations on the continent...

GLC03937

to Henry Voigt

Commissions Voight to make him a gold watch for his granddaughter.

GLC03941

to John Adlum

Indicates that he received Adlum's memoir on cultivation of native wines, a bottle of Tokay wine, and a letter from Adlum. Discusses Adlum's memoir at length.

GLC03929

to Arthur Lee

Reports on intelligence received from the arrival of USS Alliance and a French cutter ship, commenting on British attempts to weaken the American-French alliance. Discusses the diplomatic efforts of John Adams, Francis Dana, Robert Livingston, and...

GLC03930

to an unknown recipient re: election of Jefferson as President

Offering his congratulations "on the election of Mr. Jefferson." The correct date is February (not July).

GLC03931

to unknown

Discusses the change of capital city from New York to Philadelphia and having to move his family into a house that is unacceptable, but has no other choice. Asks the recipient how the changes will affect his intentions regarding Jack and lists the...

GLC03932

Pardon for Brian L. Butcher convicted of uninsured use of motor vehicle

GLC03934

to Charles W. Brewster re: agreeing to speak on Indians at meeting in NH

Written as former Director of the Bureau of Indian Affairs for speaking at a meeting of the Portsmouth, N.H., Atheneum.

GLC03935

to F.D. Petit de Villers

Written by Butler in retirement. Reference de Villers letter of 29 December 1807. Expresses sympathy for the illness of Mrs. de Villers. Wishes them to live for many years more, but says they probably need a better climate than the one found in...

GLC03936

to F.D. Petit de Villers

Laments the death of one of his sons.

GLC03938

to John Hancock and Robert Morris

Possibly written at Philadelphia. Hopkinson, John Nixon, and John Wharton submit a Continental Navy Board report to Congress. The Board designates a sum paid to "officers and Men on Board every Fire Ship in the River Delaware & Co the officers and...

GLC03939

[Directive to the Sheriff of New Haven County to summon Mark Leavenworth to the County Court]

Leavenworth was needed for a child support case, which is explained in detail.

GLC03940

As major general, standing, holding felt hat

Graphite inscription on verso "Major Gen John A Dix." Photographers imprint on verso: "J.W. Black 173 Washington St. Boston."

GLC05111.02.0338

As major general, standing, leaning on chair

Graphite inscription on verso "4." Ink inscription on verso "John A. Dix. Major General Vols. U.S.A." "Dec 1863." Photographers imprint on verso: "J.W.Black 173 Washington St. Boston."

GLC05111.02.0339

As brigadier general, vignette bust view

Imprint on recto "Gen'l A. Doubleday. Entered according to the act of Congress, in the year 1862 by M.B.Brady, in the Clerk's Offic of the District Court of the District of Columbia." Photographers imprint on verso: "Brady, Washington."

GLC05111.02.0345

James C. Duane, vignette bust portrait, bird insignia on shoulder strap

Graphite inscription on verso "Col Duane." Ink inscription on verso "James C. Duane. [struck: Brig. Gan. Vols.] Maj. Engrs. & Bv't Brig. Gen. U.S.A. Brig Gen., Chief of Engineers, U.S.A. Oct. 11, 1886." Photographers imprint on verso: "Alex. Gardner...

GLC05111.02.0349

As major general, vignette bust portrait

Imprint on recto "Brady Washington." Graphite inscription on verso "9364" "Maj Gen William H Emory" "128." Ink inscription on verso "From my mother R. Robins." Photographers imprint on verso: "Brady's National Photographic Portrait Galleries...

GLC05111.02.0359

Standing, rank obscured, facing forward

Graphite inscription on recto "John F. Farnsworth." Imprint on recto "Brady, Washington." Graphite notation on verso "3279" "20" "22" "Col. J. F. Farnsworth" "Col. John F. Farnsworth St. Charles Ill. 8th Cavalry, Ill." "Daniel Durlin Major under...

GLC05111.02.0361

As major general, half-view, wearing medal

Ink inscription on verso "Edward Ferrero Brig Gen and Bv't Maj Gen Vols. U.S.A." Photographers imprint on verso: "Brady's National Photigraphic Portrait Galleries, Broadway & Tenth Street, New York, No 352 Pennsylvania Av. Washington D.C."

GLC05111.02.0364

As brigadier general, seated, wearing gloves, facing right

Ink inscription on verso "Francis Fessenden. Maj. Gen. Vols., 11/19/65, [struck: Capt.] Lt. Col. 28th Inf. 9/21/66, and Bv't Maj. Gen. U.S.A. 3/13/65" "Retired with rank of Brig Gen. U.S.A. for wounds in line of duty, Nov. 1, 1866." Photographers...

GLC05111.02.0366

As major general, standing, holding overcoat

Foster's fatigue cap bears brass the insignia of two stars and U.S., surrounded by laurel wreath. Imprint on recto "Brady New York." Graphite inscription on verso "Major-General John C Foster" "Lossing P 276 P 122 Century Vol I 650p" "Foster."...

GLC05111.02.0368

As major general, standing, holding overcoat

Foster's fatigue cap bears brass the insignia of two stars and U.S., surrounded by laurel wreath. Imprint on recto "Brady, New York." Graphite inscription on verso "120." Ink inscription on verso "John G Foster major General Vols. and Major...

GLC05111.02.0369

Carte de visite of Brigadier General W.H. French, standing holding cap in right hand, left hand behind back

Imprint on recto "Brady New York." Graphite inscription on verso "Major-General W.H. French" "Lossing page 462" "French." Photographers imprint on verso: "Brady's National Photographic Portrait Galleries, Broadway & Tenth Street New York, & No 352...

GLC05111.02.0383

Carte de visite of Brigadier General Quincy A. Gilmore, standing, Napoleonic pose, wearing dress uniform

Same as 396. Imprint on recto "Brady New York." Graphite inscription on verso "Gilmore." Photographers imprint on verso: "Brady's National Photographic Portrait Galleries, Broadway & Tenth Street, New York, & No 352 Pennsylvania Av. Washington D.C."

GLC05111.02.0397

Carte de visite of Ulysses S. Grant

As major general, half-length seated with arm resting on table.
Graphite inscription on verso "8." Ink inscription on verso "Ulysses S. Grant. Lieut. Genl. U.S.A." "Washington, April, 1864." Photographers imprint on verso: "Published by E. & H.T...

GLC05111.02.0410

Carte de visite of Ulysses S. Grant

As major general, vignette bust portrait, facing forward. Imprint on recto "Case & Getchell, Boston." Photographers imprint on verso: "Case & Getchell, Photographic Artists, 299 1/2 Washington Street, Boston."

GLC05111.02.0412

In civilian clothes, seated in chair

Imprint on recto "If any one attempts to haul down the American Flag, shoot him on the spot." Graphite inscription on verso "**Book."

GLC05111.02.0340

As brigadier general, half length view, with monacle handing around neck

Graphite inscription on verso "Gen. Donalson from Aitkins made Jan 10 1865." Ink inscription on verso "James L. Donaldson, Bv't Maj Gen Vols COlonel A.Q.M.G. & Bv't Maj Gen U.S.A." "Photographed by Brady Jan. 10th 1865."

GLC05111.02.0341

As major general, vignette bust portrait

Ink inscripton on recto "Genl. Donaldson." Photographers imprint on recto "Levitsky 22 Rue de Choiseul LeJeune Succr." Ink signature on verso "J. L. Donaldson Bvt. Maj. Genl. USA Chf. Q.master mily. Dist. of the Missouri. St. Louis. Nov. 20 1868...

GLC05111.02.0342

As brigadier general, seated 3/4th length view

Ink inscription on verso "Grenville M. Dodge Major General Vols U.S.A." "270 971" "1863." Photographers imprint on verso: "Published by E. & H.T. Anthony 501 Broadway New York from Photographic Negative in Brady's National Portrait Gallery."

GLC05111.02.0343

As captain, standing, holding hat with artillery insignia (after Fort Sumter)

[Mount trimmed.] Imprint on recto "Capt. Abner Doubleday Of Fort Sumpter. Entered according to Act of Congress in the year 1861..." Photographers imprint on verso: "Published by E. Anthony 501 Broadway New York from Photographic Negarive, from Brady...

GLC05111.02.0344

As major general, vignette bust view

Ink inscription on recto "A. Doubleday Major Genl. Vol. & Lieut. Col. 17th. Infy." Photographers imprint on verso: "C.D. Fredricks & Co. 587 Broadway New York 108 Calle de la Habana Habana 31 Passage du Havre Paris." Cancelled blue two-cent tax stamp...

GLC05111.02.0346

As major general, seated in chair with wife standing to his left

Ink inscription on verso "Gen. & Mrs. Doubleday" "1863" "Abner Doubleday Maj. Gen. Vols. and Lieut Col. Inf. U.S.A. Mary Doubleday, nee Hewitt." Photographers imprint on verso: "Published by E. & H.T. Anthony 501 Broadway New York from Photographic...

GLC05111.02.0347

Thomas D. Doubleday, as Colonel, standing, Napoleonic pose

Imprint on recto "Brady, New York." Ink signature on verso "Yours Very truly Thos. D. Doubleday Col. 4th N.Y.V. Arty." [Brother of Abner]

GLC05111.02.0348

As brigadier general, seated facing forward

[Mount trimmed.] Mount has orangish-brown border. Garphite inscription on verso "Brig. Genl. Duryea." Photographers imprint on verso: "Published by E. Anthony 501 Broadway, N.Y. Manufacturers of Photographic Albums from Photographic Negative in...

GLC05111.02.0350