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1864
Truth, Sojourner, 1797-1883
Carte-de-visite of SojournerTruth
Caption on mount reads :"I sell the Shadow to Support the Substance. Sojourner Truth." Copyright stamp on verso
GLC09082
July 1835
American Anti-Slavery Society
The Anti-Slavery Record. Vol 1, no. 7.
Published by the American Anti-Slavery Society, printed by S. W. Benedict & Co. With images of a schoolhouse and slave children being whipped, asks, "Which of these systems of education shall we hand down to posterity."
GLC09083
March 23, 1863
Gorsuch, Joseph B., ?-1864
to Joseph Curtis and his wife, Mary Gorsuch Curtis
Written in camp near Vicksburg, Mississippi (possibly in Louisiana). Gorsuch, Captain of the 83rd Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, replies to a letter from his aunt and uncle. Expects the Battle of Vicksburg to commence soon. Has heard rumors...
GLC00653.09.08
1820
Hillhouse, William, fl. 1820
The Crisis, No. 1 or Thoughts on Slavery, Occasioned by the Missouri Question.
Printed by A. H. Maltby & Co, New Haven, Connecticut. Denounces slavery and its introduction into the new Territories: "The extension of slavery to the new and unculivated regions of the west...is a great calamity...It is a blot on the human...
GLC09062
2 October 1789
Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804
to Sharpe Delaney
"As in the first establishment of Revenue systems, imperfections and inconveniencies will naturally present themselves in practice, which could not have been foreseen in their formation; it is of the greatest moment, that the best information should...
GLC09063
circa 1880-1890
Volck, Adalbert John, 1828-1912
Gen'l Stuart's raid to the White House
Depicts Confederate cavalrymen under the command of General J.E.B. Stuart descending upon the Federal line only to find one Hezekiah Skinflint, a sutler who had provided provisions, in this case "ale and lager," to the soldiers. Many Southerners held...
GLC00493.21
18 August 1921
Program of the Forty-Eighth Annual Meeting of the National Women's Christian Temperance Union
GLC09400.643
20 May 1920
Dawes, Charles G., 1865-1951
Speech endorsing Gov. Frank O. Lowden for president
He focuses on the high cost of living and the business of running the government which he feels the Governor of Illinois is the best candidate for.
GLC02679.43
14 March 1918
From General Headquarters: Secretary of the Treasury has requested Congress to enact law proving for organisation of 500,000,000...
McCain requests Charles Dawes appointment for directorship of the War Finance Corporation.
GLC02679.62
August 1952
Students for Democratic Action, fl. 1952
The Big Little Person's Book of Songs For Democratic Action
The book, published by the Students for Democratic Action (SDA), is a mix of common picketing and protest songs and original works by the author. The table of contents is ordered by genre of the song as follows: popular folk songs; old favorites; SDA...
GLC09590
1 September 1854
unknown, fl. 1855
to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh Esquire
A letter written to Franklin Butler Van Valkenburgh. In this letter, the author writes about farming and how the lack of rain will effect the crops if the weather persists. The author goes on to write about the prices that his crops, including wheat...
GLC06253.05
1868 ca.
Election campaign carte de visite of Ulysses S. Grant and Henry Wilson
Campaign carte depicting Grant and Vice-Presidential candidate Henry Wilson, with quotation about reducing taxation and national debt.
GLC06663.01
May 1961
Bernot, Rafael A., fl. 1961
Project for the economical development of Mexico and Latin America
Co-authored with Renan E. Perez Rivero. Published in Mexico City, Mexico in May 1961. President John F. Kennedy signed a note "For Jim," using his personal stationary, which is pasted at the front of the binder. Items contained in green leather...
GLC05723.01
1961 ca.
Knudsen, R.L., fl. 1961
[Tickertape parade in Mexico]
Shows police motorbikes in flying-V parade formation with line of vehicles following.
GLC05723.02
[John and Jacqueline Kennedy with unknown Mexican government officials]
John and Jackie Kennedy stand at a banquet table with four other people making a toast. Behind the table is a backdrop with the American and Mexican flag crossed.
GLC05723.03
1850 ca.
Brady, Mathew B., 1823-1896
Daniel F. Tiemann
Modern print of carte de visite by Brady-NY, tucked into slits on mount, with note of F.H. Meserve. Inscribed on mount: "Daniel F. Tiemann, mayor of New York. From a negative of M.B. Brady. The Collection of F.H. Meserve."
GLC05188.03
1863/11/09
Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865
[Early photo of the coin counting room of the Philadelphia Mint]
[Early photo of the coin counting room of the Philadelphia Mint]. A photo of two men sitting at a table counting coins.
GLC01992.02
6 March 1893
How the Treasury is Robbed and No Load in that Barrel
Article discusses the problem they have on their hands with the duplication of bonds and treasury notes. Currently there is no method of preventions and they've had to pay millions in redemption. The other side talks about taxes and how farmers are...
GLC02691.12.02
1877-1900
Secretary Gage's Financial Bill Reported in the Houses Today
Gage put forth a bill that requires the U.S to rely more heavily on the gold standard and to establish a system of bank notes without the conditional deposit of public bonds. The depositing and the issuing of bonds are discussed in detail.
GLC02691.12.03
1877
[A Bill that Establishes a Redemption Fund and a Division of Issue and Redemption in the Treasury]
Partial article. Outlines the different sections relating to redemption of notes and depositing in the treasury.
GLC02691.12.07
27 October 1921
English Translation of the Report on Transitional Measures of an Economic Measure
Outlines the provisions designed to ensure continuity in the economic life of Upper Silesia including railways, monetary system, coal products, social insurance, etc.
GLC02766.052
1933-1945
Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945
[Thirty-two presidential messages] [Decimalized .01- .32]
Collection of thirty-two presidential messages issued during Franklin Delano Roosevelt's administration, 1933-1945. The pamphlets concern many topics including; banking, commerce, taxes, agriculture, weapons, employment, transportation, the Tennessee...
GLC09693
10 March 1933
Prompt Action Respecting Finances, Etc.--Message from the President of the United States
One pamphlet entitled, "Prompt Action Respecting Finances, Etc.--Message from the President of the United States," dated March 10, 1933. Speech details the improval of the U.S. banking system and lists components of the deficit between 1931 to 1934.
GLC09693.01
29 March 1933
Federal Supervision of Traffic in Investment Securities--Message from the President of the United States.
One pamphlet entitled, "Federal Supervision of Traffic in Investment Securities--Message from the President of the United States," dated March 29, 1933, recommending supervision of investment securities in interstate commerce. "What we seek is a...
GLC09693.05
1853
Griffiths, Julia, fl. 1895
Autographs for freedom.
Published by John P. Jewett and Company. In the preface, Griffiths writes, "The proceeds of the sale of 'Autographs for Freedom,' will be devoted to the dissemination of light and truth on the subject of slavery throughout the country." Griffiths...
GLC05167
9 November 1863
Appointment of John G. Butler, Chief Coiner, Philadelphia (c/s Seward) and photograph
Appointment of John G. Butler, Chief Coiner, Philadelphia (c/s Seward).
GLC01992.01
14 February 1949
Browder, Earl, 1891-1973
The Coming of the Economic Crisis
One pamphlet entitled "The Coming of the Economic Crisis," written by Earl Browder dated February 14, 1949. This document is a printed copy of a lecture delivered at the Woodstock Hotel in New York City. Discusses the market crisis in the American...
GLC09640.017
2 November 1931
Garrett, Garet, 1878-1954
O.P.M., Other People's Money , The Greatest American Racket
One pamphlet entitled, "O.P.M., Other People's Money, The Greatest American Racket," published by the Chemical Foundation dated 1931. Includes two essays by Garet Garret, "The Rescue of Germany," and "As Noble Lenders." There is a letter of...
GLC09640.021
13 October 1947
CIO Political Action Committee
Report of President Philip Murray to the 9th Constitutional Convention of the Congress of Industrial Organizations
One pamphlet entitled, "Report of President Philip Murray to the 9th Constitutional Convention of the Congress of Industrial Organizations," published by the CIO Political Action Committee in October 1947. Philip Murray speaks on the workforce and...
GLC09640.033
12 September 1947
The CIO in Ohio "Solidarity Forever"
One pamphlet entitled, "The CIO in Ohio 'Solidarity Forever'," published by the CIO Political Action Committee dated September 12,1947. Details efforts to unionize in Ohio; establishing auto, alcohol, garment, gas, industrial, lithography, office and...
GLC09640.034
22 November 1948
Report to the CIO by Philip Murray, President of the CIO, Tenth Constitutional Convention
One pamphlet entitled, "Report to the CIO by Philip Murray, President of the CIO, Tenth Constitutional Convention," published by the CIO Political Action Committee for a convention that took place between November 22-26, 1948. Report provides updates...
GLC09640.035
1944
This Is Your America.
One pamphlet entitled, "This Is Your America," published by the CIO Political Action Committee dated 1944. Text describes reasons why America is an ideal country such as immigration and diversity, the economy and worker's rights. Photographs of...
GLC09640.041
24 February 1941
Columbia University Press
Town Meeting: Are We a United People?
One pamphlet entitled, "Town Meeting: Are We a United People?" published by Columbia University Press dated 1941. An episode transcription of the program, "America's Town Meeting of the Air," which aired on NBC. Guests featured during the discussion...
GLC09640.045
August 1945
Committee for Georgia
Your Part in Georgia's Politics.
One pamphlet entitled, "Your Part in Georgia's Politics" printed by Committee for Georgia dated August 1945. A resource for statewide elections in Georgia. Illustrates if the Supreme Court is upholding the constitutional right of African-Americans to...
GLC09640.047
Committee of Editors and Writers of the South
Voting Restrictions in the 13 Southern States.
One pamphlet entitled, "Voting Restrictions in the 13 Southern States, A Report," by the Committee of Editors and Writers of the South in 1944. Gives voting information for thirteen southern states such as poll times, compensation, voting...
GLC09640.048
November 1936
Communist Party of the United States of America
The Communist.
One pamphlet entitled "The Communist," published in November 1936. Articles related to labor rights, communism and the economy in Russia, and the liberation of Brazilian architect and mayor of Sao Paola, Francisco Prestes Maia.
GLC09640.053
1934
Engels, Friedrich, 1820-1895
The British Labor Movement.
One small press printing of "The British Labor Movement," by Frederick Engels dated 1934. Contains articles printed in The Labor Standard related to labor rights. Includes essays such as, "A Fair Day's Wage," "Trade Unions," "Labor Party" and others.
GLC09640.066
January 1977
Howard University Press, 1972-2011
New Directions: The Howard University Magazine [Vol. 4, No.1]
One issue of the January 1977 copy of New Directions. Contains editorials; a feature on Mordecai Wyatt Johnson; and Somalia's transition from revolutionary state into functioning government. Includes photo essays and poetry.
GLC09640.087
1914-1962
Various
[Collection of photographs related to Franklin D. Roosevelt, 1914-1962][Decimalized .01-.63]
Collection of photographs related to life and family of Franklin D. Roosevelt dated 1914-1962. Consists of 63 photographs that pertain to Roosevelt's political career as Aide to the Secretary of Navy, presidency and political campagins. In addition...
GLC09957
22 November 1963
Kennedy, John Fitzgerald, 1917-1963
"We Are...The Watchmen on the Walls of Freedom"
One copy of John F. Kennedy's speech entitled, "We Are...The Watchmen on the Walls of Freedom." The speech was meant to be delivered on November 22, 1963 which was the day of his assassination in Dallas, Texas. Text of speech refers to economic...
GLC09810
1917-1918
Allied Printing Trades Council
[Collection of Allied Printing Trades Council Liberty Bond posters][Decimalized .01-.05]
Collection of World War I posters dated 1917-1918. Consists of five lithographs printed in Yiddish, Hungarian, Greek, Italian and German. Slogans throughout the collection encourage the idea that America's freedom is everyone's freedom and to...
GLC09815
25 October 1950
Chamberlain, John, 1903 - 1995
The Freeman [Vol.1, No.1, October 25, 1950]
One issue of The Freeman dated October 25, 1950. Contains articles related to President Truman's economic policies; mention of the beginning of the Korean War; persepctive of communism in the United States and book reviews.
GLC09640.294
7 November 1964
The New Republic (New York City)
50: America Tomorrow, Create the Great Society
One anniversary issue of The New Republic dated November 7, 1964. Publication highlights essays related to women's rights, environment, education, culture and racism. Includes illustrations by satirist Robert Osborn.
GLC09640.296
1925
Green, Sharpless D., fl. 1922-1927
Letters from Famous People
One book entitled, "Letters from Famous People" by Sharpless Dobson Green, published in 1925. This book is a collection of letters solicited by Green. He wrote to people eminent in their professional fields for advice he could share with his students...
GLC09782
1976-1994
Milk, Harvey, 1930-1978
[Collection of Harvey Milk political materials][Decimalized .01-.14]
Collection of 14 items dated 1976 to 1994 related to poltician Harvey Milk. Consists of materials related to his campaign while running for offices of supervisor and assemblyman in San Francisco. Items contains slogans and campaign platforms. Also in...
GLC09871
1 November 1947
Associated Press
Truman and Economic Council
One image dated November 1, 1947 of President Harry S. Truman shaking hands with Edwin G. Nourse. Also pictured are Leon Keyserling and John D. Clark. All men were members of the Economic Advisory Council.
GLC08878.1425
7 August 1946
Truman Returns -- In the Rain
One image dated August 7, 1946 of President Harry S. Truman unboarding from an airplane while an attendant holds an umbrella above him.
GLC08878.1426
15 July 1946
Truman Signs British Loan Bill
One image dated July 15, 1946 of President Harry S. Truman signing a British loan agreement bill for $3.75 million. Also pictured are Fred M. Vinson, James F. Pyrnes, Lord Inverchapel, and Speaker of the House Sam Rayburn.
GLC08878.1427
1836
Finden, William, 1787-1852
Engraving of Sir William Maitland
One engraving of Sir William Maitland dated 1836. Half portrait of Maitland.
GLC08878.1588
1878
Lock & Whitfield (photographers), fl. 1850-1890
Samuel Plimsoll
One photograph of Samuel Plimsoll dated 1878, taken by photographers Lock and Whitfield.
GLC08878.1789
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