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Gazette of the United States. [No. LVII (October 28, 1789)]

Prints an editorial observing that "…however various the Sentiments respecting the Merits of this System, all good men are agreed in the necessity that exists, of an Efficient Federal Government." Also includes a letter from John Adams in Amsterdam...

GLC03173

[Order to Secretary of State to accredit James Longstreet as Minister to Ottoman Empire]

President Hayes orders Secretary of State William M. Evarts "to cause the Seal of the United States to be affixed to envelope containing letter accrediting James Longstreet as Minister President to the Ottoman Empire." Longstreet, a prominent...

GLC03843

to Father

One v-mail addressed to John H. Everhart from John M. Everhart dated July 16, 1944. Mentions writing letters and responding to news from him. Notes that he is Normandy.

GLC10048.38

to Daniel Landau

One v-mail addressed to Daniel B. Landau from Dorothy Landau dated July 14, 1943. Pertains to receiving letters and what type of wife she wishes she could be.

GLC09993.062

Minutes of the proceedings of the commissioners

Copy written in the hand of Samuel Shaw, Henry Knox's aide-de-camp, at Elizabethtown, present-day Elizabeth, New Jersey. Appoints Knox and Gouverneur Morris to meet with British commissioners to discuss prisoners of war and civilians in custody....

GLC02437.01377

to Donna

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from Lee A. Davis dated August 31, 1945. Written aboard the U.S.S. Rawlins. Greeting card text reads, "No, I Don't Miss You, That Much!"

GLC10079.01.05

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One undated note from Kay to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead. Provides background information on a constituent who sent a letter to Moorhead. "He is owner of Jeuser Bldg where we store our files."

GLC09613.02.3501.02

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Floyd I. Ziert to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated circa 1974. Ziert is against the impeachment of President Nixon and writes, "Please discontinue this jealous crucifixion of the president by these poor losers."

GLC09613.02.2675

Semi-weekly standard.

This selection focuses on congressional reports and state records and minutes, with repetitive lists of state governors, and political parties. Articles, editorials, and letters focus on the impending issue of secession and legislative action....

GLC05959.23

[Recommendation]

Recommends two men to General Henry Knox as they still have several more months of service left. Signed by Rochefontaine as Major of Engineers, bearing an approval countersignature of Villefranche, Lt. Col. of Engineers.

GLC02437.02729

Bernie's Bugle

This is a newsletter written for Moe and three other soldiers from Brooklyn. It includes local news about friends and family. This issue mentions that fifteen year-old Robert Levinson was appointed to the All City band. It also says an acquaintance...

GLC09414.1576

A copy of Three Acts of Congress in favor of Silas Talbot

Title from docket. Includes acts for 10 October 1777, 14 November 1778, and 17 September 1779. The first act promotes Talbot to Major for his attempt to set fire to a British ship "and that he be recommended to General Washington for employment...

GLC02437.00656

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One newspaper clipping from Jeanne Emrich to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated January 18, 1974. The clipping is a form letter printed in newspapers with information filled in by Emrich who is against the impeachment of President Nixon.

GLC09613.02.2652

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Marsha Faires to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated October 29, 1973. Faires writes in support of the impeachment of President Nixon. She asks Moorehead to, "consider the people of the United States."

GLC09613.02.0008

to Congressman

One typed document dated August 2, 1974 from Sam Garrison listing the drafts that would be enclosed with the letter. Includes 5 pages of changes made to paragraphs within Article 1. Most changes were related to dates.

GLC09613.03.01.01

to Mary Crist

One greeting card from Mabel and Bertha Crist to Mary Crist dated April 19, 1949. Features a bouquet of flowers in a painted vase. A long letter has been written on the inside page as well and on the inside of the card.

GLC09579.044

to Paul Lobik

One letter from The Red Book Magazine and The Blue Book Magazine to Paul Lobik dated October 27, 1939. Regarding an article submitted by Paul to the Magazine. A handwritten note reads "for Washington 10/27/39."

GLC09579.086

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One newspaper clipping from Mrs. Robert E. Early to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated January 1, 1974. The clipping is a form letter printed in newspapers with information filled in by Early who is against the impeachment of President Nixon.

GLC09613.02.2638.02

to Roberta

One v-mail addressed to Lynn Knapp from Roberta Knapp dated April 6, 1944. Details day-to-day life and expresses that she misses him. Second letter sent following GLC09953.177.

GLC09953.178

to Roberta

One v-mail addressed to Lynn Knapp from Ella Knapp dated April 24, 1944. Details the weather and updates of family and friends. Mentions a friend of his who is homesick. Second letter related to GLC09953.180.

GLC09953.181

to Margaret and Paul Lobik

One Christmas greeting card from Ed, Marge, Judy and Jim Johnson to Margaret and Paul Lobik dated December 20, 1946. Features a poinsettia on the front. There was also a letter tucked in the card, GLC09579.01.14.02.

GLC09579.014.01

to Virginia Lee Heidt Kelpe

One note and one receipt sent by Omer H. Kelpe to Virginia Heidt Kelpe dated April 27, 1944.

GLC10047.01.333

The Oflag 64 Item [no. 12 (October 1, 1944)]

One newspaper entitled The Oflag 64 Item no. 12 dated October 1, 1944, by Frank Diggs as editor. The newspaper was published in Szubin, Poland by American officers temporarily detained in Offizierslager 64. A monthly American prisoner of war camp...

GLC10123

[Collection of V-mails belonging to John B. Scott][Decimalized .01-.82]

Collection of 82 v-mails addressed to Ellis Scott from John B. Scott dated 1942-1945.

GLC10080

receipt

One undated receipt sent by Omer H. Kelpe to Virginia Heidt Kelpe with a note dated April 27, 1944. A list of numbers on receipt paper.

GLC10047.01.333.02

An appeal to the women of the United States by the National Woman Suffrage and Educational Committee

Urges women to demand equal rights for themselves, including the franchise, argues that the Constitution gaurantees equal rights to women, and offers a "Decleration and Pledge" for supporters of women's suffrage. Letter also states ways in which...

GLC08999

Southern confederacy. [Vol. 2, no. 183 (September 18, 1862)]

"Position of the Union Cause" features excerpts from an article originally printed in the New York Times, which describes the failures of the Union Army in recent campains. "Riot in New York Regiment" reports on a mutiny of the 53rd New York regiment...

GLC05959.09.070

Southern confederacy. [Vol. 3, no. 70 (May 4, 1863)]

"Success of General Imboden: Yankees Retreating & Burning Their Stores" includes a report from General J.D. Imboden indicating that his forces are still in pursuit of the Union army. "Skirmish Below Kingston, N.C.," excerpted from the Chronicle and...

GLC05959.09.179

Louisville daily journal. [Vol. 33, no. 261 (August 9, 1863)]

Fight at Brandy Station, Stuart's Cavalry Engaged, Compelled to Fall Back.
A letter from a farmer extols the problems associated with rebels overtaking the State, including his farm, and not being compensated. An article describes the status of...

GLC05959.14.03

Louisville daily journal. [Vol. 33, no. 294 (September 11, 1863)]

Burnside at Cumberland Gap - Unconditional Surrender Thereof, Crittenden Occupies Chattanooga, Glorious News From Charleston, Fall of Fort Wagner & Fort Gregg, Rebels to Make Stand at Rome, Georgia, Rebels Evacuate Little Rock, Arkansas.

This issue...

GLC05959.14.11

Confederate Baptist. [Vol. 2, no. 17 (February 3, 1864)]

The S.S. and Colportage Board of the South Carolina State Convention published a statement of operations, announced by a letter titled "To the Baptist Churches and Congregations in S.C." An article titled "On Foreign Missions" includes brief reports...

GLC05959.39.48

[Lincoln endorsement for release of Union prisoner of war]

Written on verso of a 28 April 1864 autograph letter signed from Missouri Representative Austin King. King seeks release for E. M. Brashear of Lafayette County, Missouri. Writes " While I know but little of this youth, I know his relations to be...

GLC02805

to Ahmet Bashaw Caramanli re: prospects for the Bashaw's future

"His Excellency the Bashaw [of Tripoli] is perfectly satisfied with your election of Morocco for your future residence." Davis also addresses Caramanli's desire to reign in Derna: "the present Bey of Derna was unwell and would actually leave the...

GLC02794.127

Extracts from Davis' journal of activities as American Consul in Tripoli

Mentions letter from Ahmet Bashaw Caramanli, received on 12 October 1809. 27 October: "The American Janissary was beaten at the Marine by the Bashaw's Kasnadan." Davis vows to file a formal complaint despite the Bashaw's attempt to prevent such...

GLC02794.148

[Minutes of a conversation]

Minutes of a conversation between Knox and two "Commissionaires of his Catholic Majesty" from Spain, José Ignacio de Viar and José de Jáudenes y Nebot. Discusses relations between Spain and the United States as well as those with the Indians....

GLC02437.05601

to George Washington

A draft of a letter to Washington from Secretary of War Knox sketching out elements of a treaty with the Creek Indians. Signed a public treaty with the Creeks, represented by Alexander McGillivray and all the Creek leaders able to attend....

GLC02437.04673

New York semi-weekly tribune. [Vol. 16, no. 1613 (November 9, 1860)]

Front page article announces that South Carolina will call a secession convention. Also contains news on the results of the election of 1860 listed by state. On page two there is a reprinted letter sent to Frederick Douglass by a white man stating...

GLC08429.09

New-York weekly journal. [Vol. 932, no. 19 (March 11, 1733)]

Quotes "Cato" on the importance of opposition and controls upon political power: "Political jealousy, therefore, in the people is a necessary and laudable passion." Reports on foreign affairs particularly relating to the War on the Polish Succession...

GLC08724

Gazette of the United States. [No. 3 (April 18, 1789-April 22, 1789)]

Issue describes Adams' s trip from Massachusetts to New York to assume the vice presidency and presidency of the Senate. Describes in detail his trip from Westchester into the city. Contains John Langdon's, president pro tempore of the Senate, speech...

GLC08553

[Endorsement submitting a proposal for the recovery of arms to Brigadier General Henry Alexander Wise]

Endorsement on a 22 September letter from [J. J. Frey?] to Major Smith Stansbury. Frey reports that he recently delivered rifles and muskets. Relates that a Mr. Sims, who resides near Turkey Island Creek (15 miles from Richmond), recently reported...

GLC01926

[Grant endorsement on exchange of prisoners taken at Battle of Belmont]

Union Brigadier General Grant reports on Federal prisoners taken at Belmont on 7 November 1861. "Nothing special has been heard from Federal prisoners for some time. I believe they are yet in Memphis." Endorsement written on the verso of a 17...

GLC04003

[Act of Congress for management of district jails]

Printed document signed by Jefferson as Secretary of State. Signed in type by Frederick Augustus Muhlenberg as Speaker of the House of Representatives, John Adams as Vice-President of the United States and President of the Senate, and approved by...

GLC04259

[Second codicil to Alfred Hughes's will]

Also signed by Thomas W. Luckett, John H. Moss, and Abraham Gordon as witnesses.

GLC02166.113

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One note signed from Vehig S. Tavitian to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated October 28, 1973. Tavitian supports the impeachment of President Nixon. The address and signature are in green marker and the letter is one word: "IMPEACH" in large orange...

GLC09613.02.1056

to unknown

Confidential endorsement has original author's name struck. Discusses the sin of writing letters on a Sunday and includes a funny anecdote. Writes about a possible lapse in the U.S.-Mexican treaty regarding the taxing of items left behind by...

GLC03587.04

[Broadside regarding recruitment of African Americans and celebrating emancipation in Maryland]

Printed in commemoration of the adoption of emancipation in Maryland. The print incorporates five illustrations, three documenting African American combat valor and two related to emancipation and the future of African Americans. At the top of the...

GLC05701

[Congressional resolutions]

Copy, in the hand of War Department secretary Robert Pemberton, of three Congressional resolutions. The first resolution, dated 24 August, is based on the report of a committee to whom were referred two letters on the Moravian Indians, one of which...

GLC02437.03296

to Roberta

One v-mail addressed to Lynn Knapp from Roberta Knapp dated April 6, 1944. Details day-to-day life and expresses that she misses him. Third letter sent following GLC09953.177 and GLC09953.178.

GLC09953.179

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Ginny Reeves to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated October 29, 1973. Reeves writes against the impeachment of President Nixon. She claims there is a conspiracy against Nixon stating, "KEEP NIXON AND STOP THIS VICIOUS CONSPIRACY...

GLC09613.02.0039

Collection of George Wortham [Decimalized .01-.56]

The majority of this collection consists of correspondence and other documents directed to Captain George "Granville Greys" Wortham from other military personnel. These materials discuss recruitment of personnel and unrest within the Confederate army...

GLC02233