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3 March 1848
Butler, William Orlando, 1791-1880
Orders No. 17
Signed by L. Thomas. Announces the establishment of a military base at Ojo de Agua.
GLC00911.70
6 March 1848
Orders No. 18
Signed by L. Thomas. Publication of articles from the "Military Convention for the Provisional Suspension of Hostilities."
GLC00911.71
9 March 1848
Orders No. 22
Signed by L. Thomas. Docket reads "Genl. Orders No. 22." Proceedings from four court martials on charges of behavior unbecoming an officer, neglect of duty, disobedience of orders, and insubordination.
GLC00911.72
Orders No. 23
Signed by L. Thomas. Docket reads "Genl. Orders No. 23." Proceedings from a court of inquiry of Captain Justus McKinstry regarding a contract for blankets made with C.P. Garcia, a local Mexican businessman, and subsequent contracts given solely to...
GLC00911.73
16 March 1848
Orders No. 27
Signed by L. Thomas. Proceedings from two court martials for the charge of ungentlemanly and conduct unbecoming an officer. Lieutenant Colonel Gladden presiding.
GLC00911.74
23 March 1848
Orders No. 37
Signed by L. Thomas. All court Proceedings resulting in death sentences passed by military commissions must be forwarded to the Commanding General of the Army in Mexico
GLC00911.75
24 March 1848
Orders No. 38
Signed by L. Thomas. Proceedings from the court martial of Captain Justus McKinstry for bribery and corruption regarding a contract for blankets from C.P. Garcia, a local Mexican businessman. McKinstry was acquitted of charges that he received funds...
GLC00911.76
4 April 1848
Orders No. 47
Signed by L. Thomas. "Col. Clarke, 2nd Brigade" inscribed on back. Pertains to the management and expansion of the hospital in Jalapa, Mexico.
GLC00911.77
11 April 1848
Orders No. 59
Signed by L. Thomas. Proceedings from the court martial of Lieutenant Thomas H. Bussey for disobedience of orders, absence without leave, and conduct unbecoming an officer and a gentleman. Lieutenant Colonel T. Staniford presiding.
GLC00911.78
17 April 1848
Orders No. 65
Signed by L. Thomas. Docket reads "No. 65." Praise from the people of Kentucky to Major General Winfield Scott for his achievements in Mexico. Resolutions credited to Speaker of the House James F. Buckner, Speaker of the Senate Archibald Dixon...
GLC00911.79
20 April 1848
Orders No. 69
Signed by L. Thomas. Docket reads "No. 69." Discusses the importance of monthly reports from commanders and calls their attention to the Rules and Articles of War and to Army Regulations.
GLC00911.80
24 April 1848
Orders No. 75
Signed by L. Thomas. Docket reads "No. 75." Designates days and times for mustering and inspecting troops.
GLC00911.81
27 April 1848
Orders No. 78
Signed by L. Thomas. Docket reads "No. 78." Discusses exportation duties on gold and silver.
GLC00911.82
11 May 1848
Orders No. 90
Signed by L. Thomas. Proceedings from a court of inquiry of Colonel M.L. Bonham investigating the severity of Bonham's wounds.
GLC00911.83
17 May 1848
Orders No. 95
Signed by L. Thomas. Proceedings from five trials before a military commission on charges of murder and burglary. Colonel M.V. Thompson presiding.
GLC00911.84
23 May 1848
Orders No.103
Signed by L. Thomas. Docket reads "No. 103." Announces the appointment of Brigadier General S.W. Kearny as civil and military governor of Mexico City and Major W.H. Bell as chief of the Ordnance Department.
GLC00911.85
circa 1847
Magee, R., fl. 1847
[Portrait of Winfield Scott]
Portrait of General Winfield Scott. Portrait is surrouned by small battle scenes with names "Lundyz Lane," "Chippewa," "Vera Cruz," and "Cerro Gordo." Printed by R. Magee. Included as collateral with GLC02918.01.
GLC02918.01.01
6 January 1854
Gadsden, James, 1788-1858
to John Cripps
Writes to his Secretary regarding an upcoming reception at which he does not want to be present. Forwards a letter from J.B. Crocket of San Francisco (not included) who he wants Cripps to assist in deciphering a grant. Is still awaiting the notes...
GLC03587.07
5 February 1854
Annoyed with his Secretary regarding the conference notes he has been expecting since possibly March 1853 (see GLC03587.01 and .07). He has exposed Ward, and President Pierce has taken Gadsden's side. Gadsden is only disappointed that the provision...
GLC03587.08
22 February 1854
Writes to his Secretary reporting that the treaty is before the Senate Committee of Foreign Relations and expects a favorable decision which he hopes will upset Ward. Recaps the road to their success but adds a few caveats relating to unwanted...
GLC03587.09
9 March 1854
Scolds his Secretary for not writing by the last mail. Expresses disappointment over the Committee on Foreign Affairs' slowness in passing the treaty due to the "absorbing" Nebraska debate. Feels that the President's amendments will return an...
GLC03587.10
22 March 1854
Tells his Secretary that the treaty is still being decided upon by the Committee on Foreign Relations and hopes for a speedy decision. Rants about politics and opines as to the way things should be done. Discusses personal news. Postmarked 22...
GLC03587.11
7 May 1856
Writes about his voyage back to Charleston and how the sea air reminds him of home. Reports having received a letter from Washington discussing "angry correspondence on both sides-this must either be Marcy or Pickett." Asks Cripps to store his...
GLC03587.16
23 May 1856
Writes to his Secretary about his longer-than-expected journey from Vera Cruz. Discusses his family and personal news. Mentions an upcoming lecture given by Dr. Lynch on the Toleration of Catholicism. Mentions the possibility, and fear, of a war...
GLC03587.17
22 June 1856
Gadsden writes to his Secretary about an upcoming meeting with President Pierce where Secretary of State Marcy "may find himself impeached." Discusses the deception in Washington and is wary of nearly everyone. Imprint in upper left corner is...
GLC03587.18
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