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12 September 1785
Shaw, Samuel (1754-1794)
[Receipt for goods received from the firm of Broome & Platt]
Copy of GLC02437.03192. Unsigned, but identical to GLC02437.03192 and written in the same hand, that of Samuel Shaw.
GLC02437.03193
30 September 1785
Knox, Henry (1750-1806)
to James Webber
Draft of GLC02437.03204, written in the hand of Samuel Shaw.
GLC02437.03205
19 January 1786
Francastel, Nicolas Jean (fl. 1784-1786)
to Marquis de Lafayette [in French]
For an english translation of this french letter see GLC02437.03239. The translation is in a different hand. This letter was written by Parisian jeweler Nicolas Jean Francastel, who was one of the creators of the jeweled eagle insignia worn by some...
GLC02437.03238
to Marquis de Lafayette
An english translation of GLC02437.03238 in a different hand. This letter was written by Parisian jeweler Nicolas Jean Francastel, who was one of the creators of the jeweled eagle insignia worn by some members of the Society of the Cincinnati...
GLC02437.03239
12 March 1786
Greene, Nathanael (1742-1786)
to Henry Knox
General Nathanael Greene writes, "I thank you for the public attention you are paying to my public Trophies; but I have been so embarrassed and perplexed in my private affairs for a long time past which originated in the progress of the War that I...
GLC02437.03251
28 March 1786
Duncan, David (fl. 1786)
Extract of a letter from David Duncan to Tho Hutchins Esqr.
In this letter, David Duncan, a former Indian trader appointed to work at Fort McIntosh, writes to Thomas Hutchins, the Geographer of the United States. After a four-month tour of Detroit and the surrounding areas, Duncan reports to Hutchins about...
GLC02437.03254
11 October 1786-21 November 1786
to John Green
Written from Canton, present-day Guangzhou, China. Writes a long narrative regarding a dispute with Captain John Green, who helmed the ship Shaw traveled on during his first visit to China in 1784. The first page contains a letter to John Green from...
GLC02437.03310
21 November 1786-3 December 1786
to Henry Knox and Samuel Ogden
Written from Canton, present-day Guangzhou, China. Writes a lengthy letter updating his friends Knox and Ogden on the status of his business in China. Says he is pleased to finally be able to write, but is sad to report on the illness and death of...
GLC02437.03311
23 July 1787
Lotbinière, Michel de Chartier, chevalier, marquis de (1723-1798)
[Extract of a letter to Monsieur de Gribeauval respecting Mr. Knox]
Discusses his acquaintance with Knox, who hopes to start a correspondence with Gribeauval, most likely due to their common experience with artillery. Reports that Knox is knowledgeable about Gribeauval's reputation in Europe. Noted as an extract of...
GLC02437.03613
[Extract of a letter to Monsieur de Gribeauval respecting Mr. Knox] [in French]
GLC02437.03614
26 July 1787
Morris, John (fl. 1787)
to Mrs. Morris
Writes a very long and detail letter to his wife about the news from the area and his application for half pay. Reports that "Doctor [Mr. Pendergass] had been playing the fool with one of his mades, the consiquances [sic] of which is by the help of...
GLC02437.03623
28 September 1787
Board of Treasury
[A report from the Board of Treasury regarding foreign and domestic debt]
Report presented to Congress by the Board of Treasury detailing foreign and domestic debt. Includes lists of amounts on requisition by state, year and purpose. Dated in print on page 7. Signed in print on page 10 by Samuel Osgood, Walter Livingston...
GLC02437.03668
27 October 1787
Peirce, John (fl. 1784-1787)
Summarizes the proceedings of a committee of the Massachusetts House of Representatives called to consider ratification of the United States Constitution. Mentions proposals made by representatives to empower the committee to ratify the constitution...
GLC02437.03683
5 February 1788
Brett, Piercy (fl. 1788-1792)
Estimate for clothing a foot soldier
Copy of Piercy Brett's estimate in GLC02437.03786.
GLC02437.03787
27 February 1788
Gorham, Nathaniel (1738-1796)
Gorham comments on New Hampshire's progress toward ratifying the Constitution. Writes, "We have met with a small repulse at N Hampshire... I have the best reason to suppose they will approve at their next meeting- no question was taken upon the main...
GLC02437.03809
13 September 1921
The New York Herald
The New York Herald, Tuesday, September 13, 1921.
This document is a newspaper that was found stuffed in the frame of 05860.01 when that document was being removed from the mount and frame. It is a newspaper from a 1921 release of The New York Herald. Topics covered include international economic...
GLC05860.02
27 November 1860
McSherry, Anna (b. 1833)
to Henry F. McSherry
Written by Anna to her brother Henry who was an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy and is stationed in Brooklyn, New York aboard the USS "Vandalia." References receiving Henry's letter. Says he ought to get any books that he wants as "time spent in...
GLC03523.21.03
circa early 1861
Large parts of the letter are faded and it is hard to read. References receiving Henry's letter. Says she is sorry to hear that he is to lose Mr. Cunningham - who appeared to be a naval officer on Henry's ship. She knew he was an agreeable companion...
GLC03523.21.08
16 December 1861
McSherry, Richard M. (b. 1818)
Written by Richard to his brother Henry. After Henry left, he went to see Mr. Lancaster, who showed him around. Went to the Academy of Music. References receiving his letter from New York, and was glad he made it back on time. Says he sent the $5 to...
GLC03523.21.13
11 October 1865
Campbell, Lill (fl. 1865)
Written by Lill to her cousin Henry. Says she is leaving for Erie, Pennsylvania to visit another cousin tomorrow. Is going to be joining a couple who are returning to that town. Says "How much I wish I had time to discuss that young with whom you...
GLC03523.21.44
26 May 1866
Written by Anna to her brother Henry. Hopes he comes home from the Pacific soon. Says the newspapers include exciting accounts of mining in Nevada and Colorado. Says the papers are filled with news of war in Europe (Austria and Italy). Mentions that...
GLC03523.21.57
9 November 1860
Braithwaite, Mary (fl. 1860-1867)
to Isora Sayles
Discusses the upcoming presidential election. Writes about the Prince of Wales, Edward Albert, passing through the area. Comments that they had special train cars (the royal train) that were done up in the most beautiful style. Describes the train...
GLC03523.32.01
3 February 1864
Kessler, Thomas J. (fl. 1843-1868)
to his friends
Writes to his friends from Camp Douglas. Informs them he does not believe that they will get a discharge and has given up trying. Notes two or three of the band members will be discharged. Comments their band finally got paid. Writes of the call...
GLC03523.52.32
6 February 1864
to Mary L. Kessler
Writes to his mother from Camp Douglas. Reports they may be heading to Mexico within a month. Notes they will go to New York City and connect with General Ambrose E. Burnside's expedition. Comments no furloughs are to be granted to their regiment...
GLC03523.52.33
11 January 1862
Punch, or the London Charivari
Up a Tree
Colonel Bull and the Yankee 'Coon. Reproduced from Punch.
GLC05603.02.86
11 May 1861
The American Difficulty
Reproduced from Punch.
GLC05603.02.87
23 August 1862
Lincoln's Two Difficulties
GLC05603.02.88
27 September 1862
The Overdue Bill
GLC05603.02.89
15 August 1863
Brutus and Caesar
GLC05603.02.90
14 November 1863
Neutrality
GLC05603.02.91
5 November 1864
The American Brothers; Or, "How WIll They Get Out of It?"
GLC05603.02.92
18 February 1865
The Threatening Notice
GLC05603.02.93
6 May 1865
Britannia Sympathises with Columbia
GLC05603.02.94
26 January 1902
Sherzer, Edwin B.
to Clara M. Miller
Getting news of the Boer War; Dreamed he had married her.
GLC05755.074
4 August 1898
Weeks, John. (fl. 1860-)
to his family
Discusses crops and family news. Writes that he's heard from Fred (a brother) and thinks his base will be Cuba or Clyde. Writes that he is "glad to hear of prospects of Spanish on their knees" referring to events of the Spanish American War.
GLC06728.111
17 September 1862
The Congress of the Confederate States of America
(House no. 4.) . . . A bill to regulate the navigation of the Confederate States and to establish direct trade with foreign nations.
stamp of record division
GLC06745.025
5 February 1863
A bill to be entitled An act to provide an export duty on cotton and tobacco exported fromt he Confederate states to the ports or in the ships of any foreign country which has not recognized the independence of the confederate states
GLC06745.040
24 December 1863
. (House bill.) . . . A bill to be entitled An act to establish a Bureau of Foreign Supplies.
GLC06745.070
26 November 1864
House Bill, No. 230. A Bill To be entitled "An Act to amend An Act to provide revenue from commodities imported from foreign countries," approved May 21st, 1864.
GLC06745.105
1862
Majority Report of the Committee on Foreign Affairs
GLC06745.180
Minority Report of the Committee on Foreign Affairs
GLC06745.181
12 December 1864
Trenholm, G.A. (fl. 1861-)
C.S. Senate Secret. Response of the secretary of the treasury to the resolution of the senate of the 5th of December 1864, respecting operations under the act to impose regulations upon the foreign commerce of the confederate states.
GLC06745.244
4 May 1866
Wait, Horatio L. (fl. 1860-)
to darling Cherry (wife)
He has reached Lisbon. All his travels just make him feel more satisfied that he has chosen the right partner. Recently there was an outbreak of yellow fever on the ship. He describes some of the victims. He also describes the streets of Lisbon.
GLC08284.063
6 April 1866
He discusses what she can do to occupy her time and suggests Sunday reading. He watched a religious procession in Lisbon. He is embarrassed to say that while the officers of the Prussian ships can all speak English, no one on board his ship can speak...
GLC08284.064
25 February 1866
He talks about an old church in Lisbon that impressed him. He also visited the King's Palace at Belem and the tower. The Opera House also figures prominently in the letter.
GLC08284.067
2 February 1866
He tells her a little more about Lisbon. Later they went to Gibaltar where they had a delightful time. In Paris they saw many different nationalities, including Turks and Arabs. He describes their clothes.
GLC08284.068
14 November 1867
to Nait
He finally made it to Spain where he had a difficult times because he does not speak Spanish. He mentions his photo collection. They visit the Naval musuem which he describes as worth seeing. He also visits a church and the Museum of Artillery.
GLC08284.071
17 September 1867
He describes an eclipse. He is hesitating about going to Spain because the country is a bit unsettled. He met an old friend who will tutor him in French. He expects to speak it tolerably well within four months.
GLC08284.072
11 December 1865
to dear little wife
He discusses the places in Italy they may be able to visit. He describes the whales that played around the ship. They passed by Gibraltar. They have developed a taste for olives and their oil.
GLC08284.073
8 November 1865
to darling Cherry
They are getting along in Spain despite not knowing the language. The merchantmen there are a mix of nationalies.
GLC08284.074
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