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4 May 1847
Valentine, Mark, fl. 1847
to Tobias Gibson
He discusses the health of Martha [Valentine] and plantation business. He hopes to settle Claude's accounts with Dr. Nebett. He gave Nebett 5000 bales to help payoff the debt.
GLC04501.056
31 March 1822
Whitman, Kilborn, 1792-1852
to Aaron Hobart
Judge Whitman indicates that he has extended the "Indictment against Hanover" to August, giving Hobart time to act on it.
GLC06313.04.180
16 April 1822
Dorr, Ebenezer Ritchie, 1799-1873
Seeks information for Thomas Wilson of London about a claim made by William Sutton Skinner under "the Florida Treaty."
GLC06313.04.182
22 April 1822
Whitman, Cliab, fl. 1822
Writes to Congressman Hobart to oppose a petition to put another post office at Staughton Corner in Staughton, Massachusetts, describing arguments both in favor and against the idea. Suggests re-distributing the two existing post routes to...
GLC06313.04.183
27 April 1822
Gordon, William, 1783-1851
Dr. Gordon writes on behalf of Ebed Stockton, a Revolutionary War soldier who lost his pension due to a new law and was petitioning to have it restored. Describes some of Stockton's ailments.
GLC06313.04.185
22 May 1822
Thanks Hobart for helping his get information for Thomas Wilson of London about a claim made by William Sutton Skinner under the Florida Treaty (see GLC06313.182). Comments on his efforts to obtain the information.
GLC06313.04.186
31 May 1822
Gurney, Nathan, 1769-1850
Discusses the progress of a petition to the governor for an appointment of Dr. Collamore, which did not yet make it through the legislature.
GLC06313.04.187
15 March 1863
Wheeler, Lysander, 1837-1917
to his parents, [brother-in-law], and sister
Wheeler writes that the men have been busy foraging for Rosecrans' Army. He comments that they've been learning drilling in the French fashion. Writes that the men have taken to singing at night in their tents and have some pieces of sheet music...
GLC07460.022
20 August 1867
Gibson, Tobias, fl. 1861-1865
to Captain J. W. Francis
A passionate letter in which Tobias refuses to comply with General Sheridan's orders to act as a commissioner of elections. He claims that supporters of negro voting rights are violating the U.S. Constitution, which he believes supports a "white...
GLC04501.099
3 August 1822
Hagner, Peter, 1772-1850
Indicates that pension monies ($240) owed to Nabby Gardner, the widow of Zachary Gardner, will be paid. Written from the Third Auditor's office of the Treasury Department.
GLC06313.04.188
9 August 1863
Williams, William A., fl. 1863
[Confederate oath of allegiance]
Printed oath with Williams' name filled in, pledging to "serve them honestly and faithfully against their enemies." On the verso is a printed pass permitting Williams to travel to Charlotte, North Carolina.
GLC00496.254.01
24 July 1863
Clabaugh, Fentin, fl. 1863
[Confederate permission for William A. Williams to visit Richmond, Virginia]
Printed with Williams' name filled in. Issued by the Provost Marshal's Office. Clabaugh signed for Joseph G. Lockhart, Captain and Provost Marshal.
GLC00496.254.02
January 27, 1862
Haigh, William H., 1823-1870
to William A. Williams
Informs Williams that because of the "Stay Law" all legal cases have been shifted to the Superior Court, which is now overburdened and has refused to hear civil cases. Therefore, Williams's case, apparently regarding a land claim, has little chance...
GLC00496.254.03
May 11, 1863
Haigh, a lawyer, discusses legal matters related to his efforts on behalf of Williams's land claim in Springfield, North Carolina (see GLC00496.254.03 and GLC00496.254.05)
GLC00496.254.04
June 20, 1863
Informs Williams that he has "gained the Springfield [North Carolina] tract of land," for which Haigh, a lawyer, had been conducting legal matters on Williams's behalf (see GLC00496.254.03 and GLC00496.254.04).
GLC00496.254.05
December 2, 1865
Heyward, William H., 1817-1889
One letter from William Henry Heyward, enslaver and proprietor of Clay Hall plantation in Reconstruction-era South Carolina, to William A. Williams dated December 2, 1865. Discusses going to Charleston to receivea pardon and to attain ownership of...
GLC00496.254.06
12 February 1769
Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829
to Catharine Macaulay
He compliments her on her fourth volume and mentions the reaction of a local woman. He talked with Benjamin Rush about CMG and reports the conversation.
The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)
GLC01794.05
22 June 1783
Harcourt, fl. 1763-1791
He mentions the recent conclusion of her great histories as models for future historical work. He expresses his annoyance with Parliament and their useless debates.
GLC01794.15
11 June 1788
Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791
to Saige
Draft She has read the political tracts and responds to them. She will attempt to make copies available in England. She comments on a museum's response to her work.
GLC01794.31
02 July 1766
Cardross, fl. 1763-1791
He comments on Mr. Pitt and the present schemes of administration. Pitt's opinion on the affairs of America differ from those ministers who appointed him, creating an "instance of duplicity." He comments on "the total neglect of Continental affairs."
GLC01794.32
20 January 1775
to Mr. & Mrs. Northcote
She has news from Boston that Bostonians have appointed their own governor. She expresses regret for the declining state of England. To Mrs. Nortcorte she describes her health and writes about her daughter.
GLC01794.38
21 February 1778
to Mrs. Snowden
GLC01794.40
9 November, 1783
Watson, Richard, 1737-1816
to Catherine Macaulay
GLC01794.41
9 November 1789
Mallet, Philip, fl. 1763-1791
sending a book, mentioning a sermon by Dr. Price on the anniversary of the American Revolution, mentioning the French Revolution (positively)
GLC01794.42
12 November 1789
to Capel Lofft
Mentions her letters on education
GLC01794.43
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