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to Dorothy Brantley

One letter from Claude E. Brantley to Dorothy Brantley dated July 4 there is no year on the letter.

GLC09610.139

to Roseann

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated January 30, 1976. Bill writes concerning his possible purchase of a car. He comments that he feels guilty spending money solely on himself. He has forwarded "survival pay" (not included)...

GLC09606.30

to Alexander Irvine

Charles Irvine writes to his brother in Aberdeen, Scotland that mail has been very irregular. The last letter he received from Alexander was dated September 20. Comments that to the satisfaction of troops in New York, he has heard that Great Britain...

GLC01450.023.07

To James A. Morrison

One letter from Rebecca Perry to her son James A Morrison dated August 8, 1864. Addressed to her wounded son.

GLC03523.41.140

to Richard H. Jackson

He received a letter from Sam recently that talked about a Mr. John M. Auliff and his success as a rum seller.

GLC07705.373

to Nathan Jones

This is a copy of two letters and one paper. The letters were written on 14 and 19 October 1791, and the paper is undated. Jackson signs twice, once after each letter. The first letter is from Jackson to Nathan Jones. Jackson reports that Madame de...

GLC02437.05196

to James Gadsden

Introduces Mr. Robert Rose, who is hand delivering this letter, as a businessman connected with building the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad, of which Gadsden is an advocate. Writes that if Gadsden is successful in securing a treaty with Mexico for...

GLC03587.05

to Henry Knox

Ruggles sends this letter to Knox via a "Mr. Durant" whose brother Ruggles has recommended to Knox as a clerk.

GLC02437.07487

to Louis-Marie Noailles

Knox writes to Viscount Noailles, brother-in-law of the Marquis de Lafayette. He expresses his friendship for Noailles, and discusses American trade and relations with Great Britain. Refers to public opinion of the Society of the Cincinnati...

GLC02437.03025

to his family

Responds to a letter from home saying he is very concerned and will send $200 as soon as he can. Writes about officers who have resigned and one who has written a critical article about the 8th Regiment for a newspaper. This letter was dated by Coit...

GLC03603.060

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports that Hy called and promised to get Moe some cigarettes. She also responded to the letters she received from him.

GLC09414.0477

to James Morrison

One letter from Mary Morrison to James A Morrison dated December 11, 1863.

GLC03523.41.139

from John G. Scurry

One unaddressed letter from John G. Scurry dated Chester, October 27, 1864.

GLC03957.44

to "Friend"

One letter addressed to "Friend" from John Keely dated June 5, 1863.

GLC03957.67

to John

One letter addressed to John from John Keely dated October 20, 1863.

GLC03957.70

to John

One letter addressed to John from A.G. Beckwith dated July 3, 1864.

GLC03957.76

from John G. Scurry

One unaddressed letter from John Scurry dated Near Chester, December 28, 1864.

GLC03957.51

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to the letter where Sylvia tries to reason his whereabouts.

GLC09414.0600

to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated September 29, 1943. Susan begins by telling Leonard she decided to write the letter before ironing laundry. She mentions having several big days ahead of...

GLC09611.097

[Candlelight notes of Co K 14 Ind. Reg.]

Pages 1-13 glorifies the service of Civil War soldiers, contains a summary of the beginning of the war, tells the history of the organization of the 14th Indiana regiment, and contains copies of early letter's Captain Kelly's which are not included...

GLC04197.36

to Sir William Johnson re: Indian raids on Virginia Frontier

Writing five days after taking over as Commander in Chief writing to Johnson as Supterintendent of Indian Affairs. In part: "... I have received a letter form the Council of Virginia complaining of the Depredations of the Northern Indians on the...

GLC07127

to Lucy Knox

Responds to his wife's letter dated 29 September 1781 (GLC02437.01200). Discusses investing Yorktown and General Cornwallis' evacuation of his outer works the day before writing this letter. Discusses the Continental Army's prospects to "impress our...

GLC02437.01203

to Henry Knox

Attaches an earlier letter he wrote to Knox, in May 1789 (refer to GLC02437.04193 and GLC02437.04194). Declares that he does not have much to add to the earlier letter's content, but stresses the importance of Knox concluding their business with Mr...

GLC02437.04229

To Orlando Kellogg

Ordway explains that the ribbon was designed for members of Congress. Instructions on how to wear the ribbon are also included. A congressional mourning ribbon (GLC01423.01) was originally enclosed with the letter. The letter is also accompanied by...

GLC01423.02

to Hannah Bailey

A letter from Jacob Bailey to his wife Hannah Bailey. In his letter, Bailey details the Battle of Lake Champlain in Vermont and the capture of Captain Merrick and thirty-three soldiers from his company. He also writes about British soldiers defecting...

GLC02669.008

to Rufus Lincoln

Saw Lincoln's daughter, who brought a letter from Lincoln in response to Hewson's of 4 July 1815. Glad that Lincoln enjoyed his last letter. Expresses joy that Lincoln might come to visit. Tells him his wife died on 30 September 1815 after a nine...

GLC03849.03

to Mahala F. Page

One letter addressed to Mahala F. Page from Enoch S. Page dated "On the bank of the James River opisit Fort Powhelton," June 16, 1864.

GLC06359.05

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

In this letter Sylvia mentions Marge, Joe and Ben.

GLC09414.0550

to Dirck Romeyn

Varick says his he spent all of the previous night on "public letters" which now occupy all his time, and must be brief. He says Luzerne stopped with them on his way to meet Rochambeau, Ternay, and Lafayette. This would be the Frenchmen's first...

GLC03265

to Rebecca E. Hackett

One letter addressed to Rebecca E. Hackett from William C. Hackett dated London, Tenn., October 8, 1863. Pertains to conditions while marching.

GLC04559.019

to Rebecca E. Hackett

One letter addressed to Rebecca E. Hackett from William C. Hackett dated Nashville, Tennessee, December 7, 1864. Pertains to difficulties of war.

GLC04559.042

to Richard H. Jackson

He asks him to thank John Davis and writes "I am not exactly an abolitionist..." Mr. Watson has begun a letter to Richard.

GLC07705.218

to John H. Laughton

Laughton, a Union soldier from New York taken prisoner at Libby Prison, writes about being captured on 3 July 1862. Reports that conditions are fairly good at the prison and he can finally rest from the fatigues of the campaign. "I was surprised to...

GLC08654

to Horace B. Potter

One letter addressed to Horace B. Potter from Lucius F. Potter dated Kingsboro, December 14, 1862.

GLC03523.38.06

to Horace B. Potter

One letter addressed to Horace B. Potter from Lucius F. Potter dated Kingsboro, January 2, 1863.

GLC03523.38.11

to Horace B. Potter

One letter addressed to Horace B. Potter from Lucius F. Potter dated Kingsboro, January 4, 1863.

GLC03523.38.12

to "Folks at Home"

Edgar Pearce writes this letter from camp, 8 miles from Corinth, and describes the march to Corinth.

GLC00066.076

to Horace B. Potter

One letter addressed to Horace B. Potter from Lucius F. Potter dated Kingsboro, December 29, 1862.

GLC03523.38.09

to Annie

explains that he doesn't always have time to write and his letters may not be that interesting. he expects his first fight to be in Norfolk and says they may not be home for three years. Written in Camp Hamilton, first named Camp Troy.

GLC09354.02

to Mary E. Munsell

One letter from Otis D. Munsell to Mary E. Day Munsell dated circa 1864.

GLC03523.17.07

to Mary E. Munsell

One letter from Otis D. Munsell to Mary E. Day Munsell dated January 1864.

GLC03523.17.08

to Henry Knox

Writes a letter of introduction for a Mr. Frazier, who is visiting New York from Boston.

GLC02437.04607

to his sister

Tells her he informed her that he would be home soon in his last letter, but he says that information was premature. Reports that on the day they were supposed to sail for Madeira, they received dispatches from the American minister to France, which...

GLC02828.16

to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated October 26, 1944. He mentions that he has the day off, but did not leave the camp. He plans to go to a movie and a U.S.O. dance. He compares the weather in...

GLC09611.376

to Rebecca Hackett

One letter addressed to Rebecca Hackett from William C. Hackett dated Bowling Green, K.Y., May 23, 1862.

GLC04559.001

to Joshua Jacob

Letter addressed to Captain Joshua Jacob. Informs that he is well. Mentions that his father did not give him the money he felt he was due. He states, "To with the smiles of god I shall live without it and am as many would think a bastard and not one...

GLC01450.127

to merchants of Elizabeth Town, New Jersey

Written by Jefferson as Secretary of State. Assures merchants of Elizabeth Town, New Jersey that the government will do all it can to protect commerce on the high seas. Says "due attention will be paid to any injuries they may suffer on the high...

GLC06037

to Samuel Ogden

Later copy prepared by Townsend Ward of Philadelphia in December 1857. Includes letters and information pertaining to Mr. [likely James] Webber, and asks Ogden to provide his information as soon as possible so he can write to Mr. Webber (likely...

GLC02437.04275

to Asa Smith

Written by William to his brother Asa. Says he has sent Asa three letters since his last letter of 14 January, even though he has not received any of them. Reports that "the army are alive with joy and excitement here over with the good news from the...

GLC03742.06

to Margaret Harris

One letter addressed to Margaret Harris from Joe Lindsy dated Princeton, November 5, 1864.

GLC03135.10.206