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5 June 1878
Levell, Eugene, fl. 1878
to Blanche Kelso Bruce
A notice to Senator Bruce that he has been made an Honorary Member of the Cincinnati Literary and Dramatic Club.
GLC09400.030
21 January 1879
Truheart, H.N., fl. 1879
Request to have a bond for J W Wright returned because it was approved by a Circuit clerk, not a Chancery clerk. The letter is very faded, and in some parts barely legible.
GLC09400.031
2 March 1880
Spellman, J.J., fl. 1880
Spellman is writing to ask for seeds from the Senator who had previously sent some. He is particularly interested in Boston Curled Lettuce.
GLC09400.032
3 September 1877
Scott, Charles, fl. 1877
A letter in regards to a debt owed by J.E. Ousley, to Senator Bruce to the amount of 15511.84. Scott however, is writing to say that Ousley is in a lot of debt with no way to pay it off, so getting his money might be a difficult task. Scott however...
GLC09400.033
7 December 1879
Ross, J.M., fl. 1879
A letter from J.M. Ross, to Senator Bruce, about being sent to the Senate for an advancement of grade. Ross asks that Bruce mention him to those in charge of confirmation, as well as to Blaine and Anthony to get them to help.
GLC09400.034
18 September 1899
Ireland, Jane L., fl. 1899
to Jake
A letter between a man named Jake, and Jane L Ireland about a job that Jake was applying to but did not get due to the fact his brother already worked there. Jane said she would ask Bruce for help and see what he could do for Jake.
GLC09400.038
19 December 1878
Rhodes, Francis, fl. 1878
Rhodes wants to form an Indian Agency, and is asking Senator Bruce how to go about it he would also like a position as Sergeant at arms for the Noar's Committee.
GLC09400.040
21 June 1879
Lehman, Chas, fl. 1878-1879
to James Hill
This letter from Lehman is a request recently/soon to be open spot that Hall had formerly held. He is writing to see what Hill's opinion on him receiving the position now.
GLC09400.041
21 March 1876
Lewis, John S., fl. 1876
This letter mentions that Lewis had previously sent Senator Bruce a letter that must have been lost. He mentions a note/debt that Lewis knows about and was going to suggest taking/paying for. According to the docket Lewis is a relative.
GLC09400.042
14 February 1876
A friendly letter, the author discusses a friend that had visited the south only to return and call Senator Bruce the only true gentleman in the South. There is also a mention of a speech Bruce is making on "Pinchback". This is believed to be in...
GLC09400.043
March 1877
Daily, Josiah, fl. 1877
This is a recommendation and application for the Office of States Marshall for the Northern District of Mississippi. The letter is on behalf of O.J. West. This letter also says that it is in response to rumors of the current Marshal, J.H. Pierce...
GLC09400.044.01
14 March 1877
Harris, George E., 1827-1911
This letter was sent with the application of West, with an explanation and reiteration that if Pierce wants to keep the position the application is not to be presented. This letter also asks if John Hill would like to look, and sign the document...
GLC09400.044.02
12 November 1872
Stewart, Isham, fl. 1872
A letter from Stewart asking Senator Bruce to look into a petition put forth to oust his son Robert from his position of Post Master in Macon for a Mrs. Gilmero. He says that one of the only reasons the signers want this is because her husband John...
GLC09400.045
Tobin, John P., fl. 1876-1878
A letter to Senator Bruce on the conditions of levees in two different towns; Floraville, and Bollevar. He is also requesting help in workers, and money to repair the levees. Tobin also asks the Senator for seeds. There is a small raised image in the...
GLC09400.047
8 July 1879
to Hill
An answer to Senator Hill. This letter discusses plans for the Democratic Party in the south as they try to regain power. In the top left hand corner there is a notation that this letter is "Strictly Confidential" it is unsigned, possibly due to...
GLC09400.048
17 December, 1878
Tilley, H.H., fl. 1878
A letter that was sent with an article from the "Republic". The author of the letter received this paper and article from J.E. Daniel, a doctor from Jackson Mississippi. The article details a boy's conduct during a yellow fever outbreak. The letter...
GLC09400.049
7 April 1880
Thomas, Chas. W., fl. 1880
This letter has three main focuses, the first is a letter of thanks for a note that Senator Bruce sent to a tenant of Thomas which he said was much appreciated and according to the tenant James H Osborne will be kept for the next generation. The...
GLC09400.050
25 December 1878
Thomas, H.K., fl. 1878
A short note outlining Thomas's fear that white democrats are trying to push him out of his position as Post Master of Bovina Mississippi, with the help of Pease. He requests that the Senator Bruce help him to keep his position until a vote can be...
GLC09400.051
11 November 1877
Hill, Frank, fl. 1877-1878
An answer to a previous letter sent by Senator Bruce. F. Hill mentions that it took so long to answer, but he was in ill health. There is also a vote that took place that the Democrats won. There is a tear in the top portion of the page.
GLC09400.052
6 April 1877
Hall, T.C., fl. 1877
A letter from Hall concerning his son, who he left in charge of the Post Office when he went on a trip. His son is accused of stealing 3 hundred dollars of Post Office money. He is requesting help from Senator Bruce to help keep his position.
GLC09400.053
June 21, 1753
Phileleutherus
The Independent Reflector, [No. 30 (June 21 1753)]
One pamphlet published by the Independent Reflector dated June 21, 1753. A printing of an essay by Phileleutherus regarding oaths and blessings.
GLC09527
5 February 1879
Adams, Geo M., fl. 1879
An Act H.R. 4318 4th Congress 3rd Session.
This act established the Mississippi River Improvement Commission. Which is for the correction, permanent location, and deepening of the channel and the improvement of navigation of the Mississippi River and the protection of its alluvial lands.
GLC09400.060
3 January 1876
Pease, Geo B., fl. 1875-1876
A short note from Pease about some papers he wants to show Senator Bruce. Pease tells him he will be in at 9 o'clock in the morning. This page was ripped in half on the lower portion of the page. There are no other pieces present.
GLC09400.072
13 December 1878
Kane, Jas I., fl. 1878
The Chaplin of the U.S. Navy writes Senator Bruce to say he will be in Washington in August, and hopes to see him then. Kane also asks Senator Bruce to send him a copy of a bill introduced by Senator Hamlin that is relative to Naval Chaplin's. Kane...
GLC09400.075.01
20 June 1880
Stant, T.W., fl. 1880
Stant was writing Senator Bruce for help in appointing Merriam Howards daughter to a position so that he can move to Vicksburg.
GLC09400.078
20 November 1875
A letter from Pease saying that he would be in Washington D.C. soon and that he had personal business to discus with the Senator.
GLC09400.082
25 June 1897
Kennon, W.H., fl. 1897
Kennon is asking Senator Bruce to talk to the Secretary of the Interior to inquire when the position as Receiver for Jackson Mississippi is to be created as he would like the appointment, and would like to come to Washington a few weeks before.
GLC09400.084
6 July 1878
Tarbell, Jonathan, fl. 1877-1879
Tarbell is writing Senator Bruce on behalf of a Miss Wright who he has taken an interest in helping. Miss Wright works for Mr Cormick and has been promised an appointment in the treasury department. Cormick however has only put her on the temporary...
GLC09400.085
July 29, 1878
Tarbell is asking for Senator Bruce's presence for a meeting over the fate of Miss Wright with Mr. Mahon 1st Auditor. Mahon has taken an interest in Miss Wright and Tarbell believes that Senator Bruce's opinion will help close the case for her. This...
GLC09400.086
29 January 1878
Mahon, D.W., fl. 1878
This is a letter from First Auditor Mahon, to Senator Bruce requesting that he go and see the Assistant Secretary of the treasury Tawley immediately to clear up any additional problems. This letter is related to: GLC09400.085, GLC09400.086, GLC09400...
GLC09400.087
23 January 1877
A note from Tarbell asking Senator Bruce to meet with him on a personal matter sometime that day if possible. This letter is related to: GLC09400.085, GLC09400.086, GLC09400.087, GLC09400.089, GLC09400.090, GLC09400.091.
GLC09400.088
13 November 1879
Baker, Jay Newton, fl. 1879
A letter in response to Senator Bruce. Baker has been in the mountains for the summer but has plans to return to Washington on the 20th or 21st of November. He cannot wait to be back and in the committee. He hopes to see Senator Bruce soon. There is...
GLC09400.095
14 July 1879
A note from Tarbell who is telling the Senator that the President wants his papers, and claims by the end of the week. Tarbell also notes that a lot of Candidates, and Senators are on his list. Tarbell also offers to pay the Senator's expenses.
GLC09400.096
7 July 1876
Hall, P.C., fl. 1876-1878
A request from Hall to Senator Bruce for a copy of the report of the Indian Affairs for 1875 or for the fiscal year which ended June 30 1876
GLC09400.099
20 February 1876
Vashon, S.P., fl. 1876-1878
Mrs. Vashon is asking the Senator to please stop by her place of residence that evening. This note is in response to her stopping by his residence multiple times but unable to see the Senator.
GLC09400.107
5 March 1878
Servant, Samuel L., fl. 1878
This is an invitation to lecture in front of a group called St. Paul Lyceum. Servant reports that it was a unanimous vote and mentions two others that have spoken, Hans. Fredrick Douglass and Cramer of S.C. this item is related to GLC09400.109...
GLC09400.108
This is a separate docket for documents GLC09400.108, and GLC09400.109. On the reverse side of the docket is an unfinished and crossed out letter that seems to be a reference of some sort for a position.
GLC09400.110
23 March 1877
Dennis, Thomas, fl. 1877
Dennis is writing asking Senator Bruce why he had his horses taken from Dennis's stables and moved to another one. He is asking the Senator to let him know if anything was wrong, so it can be fixed
GLC09400.115
circa May 17, 1870
Turner, Milton, fl. 1877
A letter that recounts the election of a bishop to a local church in Mississippi. The docket mentions that Milton is a relative of Senator Bruce.
GLC09400.055
09 November 1875
Natch, E.P., fl. 1875
This letter from Natch is about how he believes that Sterns is fixing an appointment of a U.S. attorney due to corruption and that appointments are necessary. This letter is accompanied by another document and a separated docket detailed in GLC09400...
GLC09400.056.01
14 November 1875
This item is a letter to Senator Bruce from E.P. Natch. This letter announces that he was appointed to position as Post Master of Holly Springs Mississippi, and is asking Bruce for advice in appointing an assistant that may not be approved by the...
GLC09400.056.02
This is a docket that accompanies by two letters by E.P Natch GLC09400.056.1 and GLC09400.056.2 this docket does mention that Natch is a relative of Senator Bruce
GLC09400.056.03
1880
GLC09400.057
28 February 1877
Hazelwood, J.M., fl. 1877
A letter from Hazelwood asking Senator Bruce for money owed, he says he has previously sent the senator a letter but had at the writing of this letter received no reply. There is also a mention of a man by the name of Jinnings killed a man by the...
GLC09400.058
This looks like a ledger of some sort. It is written on letterhead of the United States Internal Revenue collectors office form the District of Mississippi. It has a list of names and amounts of numbers. Many of the names are mentioned in previous...
GLC09400.059
15 May 1879
Hill, James, fl. 1876-1880
Hill is asking Senator Bruce to foward him copies of revised Statutes of the United States for use in his office.
GLC09400.061
8 February 1876
Brown, Horace, fl. 1876
A letter from Horace Brown to Senator Bruce asking about prospects of moving to Mississippi to be a lawyer. A business card was forwarded with the letter GLC09400.062.2
GLC09400.062.01
A business card for Horace Bruce with the name of the law firm as Huntington & Brown. Was forwarded along with a letter GLC09400.062.1
GLC09400.062.02
6 August 1879
Smith, E.H., fl. 1879
A letter from Smith in regards to Robert E Leachman who is feeling ill. He is asking for Senator Bruce's help to get a sixty day leave of absence for Leachman to recover.
GLC09400.063
Circa 1870
Kirkbridge, J.J., fl. 1870
A personal letter to the Senator, describing the poor condition of a horse of the Senators that was injured. the back page, which also has the docket on it is ripped, and missing a 7.2 x 12.1 cm section.
GLC09400.064
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