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circa 1861-1865
Ruins of Old Brick Church at Hampton, Virginia [stereoview]
Identical to image #895. Inscription on verso: "Ruins of Old Brick Church Hampton Va." Numeric notation on verso: "131."
GLC05111.01.0896
Ruins of the church at Hampton, Virginia [stereoview]
Identical to image #894. A stereoview of the ruins of the church at Hampton Virginia. A man sits on a former section of wall, surveying the almost total destruction of the place of worship. Inscription on verso: "Hampton Va Church." Numeric notation...
GLC05111.01.0897
Sentry at Stone Church at Centreville, Virginia
A guard stands sentry atop a hill, while five others on picket approach his position. In the center of the image is the Stone Church of Centreville, Virginia. Inscription on verso: '"Stone Church Centreville, Va." Numeric notation on verso: "19."
GLC05111.01.0898
Sentry at Stone Church at Centreville, Virginia [stereoview]
Identical to image #898. Stereoview (perhaps made up to be mounted on cardstock) of a guard on sentry duty, standing on a hill near the Stone Church at Centreville, Virginia. Inscription on verso: "Stone Church Centreville, Va." Numeric notation on...
GLC05111.01.0899
St. Paul's Episcopal Church and Capitol Square, Richmond, Va.
Eighteen distinct people are visible, along with several "ghosted" people [an effect that ocurred when a person was moving while the picture was being taken]. Inscription on verso: "St Paul's Church Richmond." Numeric notation on verso: "13-1."...
GLC05111.01.0715
1864 ca.
Ruins of the Church at Hampton, Va.
Inscription on verso: "Old Church at Hampton, Va Ruins." A man stands near a tree in front of the ruins of the Church in Hampton, Virginia. Numeric notation on verso: "130."
GLC05111.01.0744
Ruins of the Church at Hampton, Va. [alternate]
Inscription on verso: "Old Church at Hampton, Va. Ruins." View of the ruins of the Church at Hampton, Virginia, without the man by the tree [#744]. Numeric notation on verso: "131."
GLC05111.01.0745
21-22 September 1862 ca.
Gardner, Alexander, 1821-1882
Lutheran Church in Sharpsburg, Maryland, showing battle damage.
Inscription on verso: "Lutheran Church Sharpsburg, Maryland." The church shows the scars of battle suffered from artillery fire on 17 September 1862. Numeric notation on verso: "134."
GLC05111.01.0753
Dunker Church at Antietam battlefield, taken after battle damage has been repaired.
Inscription on verso: "Dunkar[d] Church (Antietam)." Numeric notation on verso: "45(916)."
GLC05111.01.0757
19 September 1862
Dunker Church at Antietam battlefield, with dead artillery horse.
Inscription on verso: "Dunker[d] Church." Variant view of Dunker Church. In other views, the bodies of Confederate soldiers can be seen piled together amongst horse carcases and an abandoned limber. Numeric notation on verso: "48."
GLC05111.01.0758
September 1862 ca.
Hall St., Sharpsburg, Maryland, with St. Paul's Episcopal Church in the distance and Gardner's photographic wagon in foreground.
Inscription on verso: "Sharpsburg-Episcopal Church in distance." View down a road in the town of Sharpsburg, with a house visible to the right and left of the road, and an Episcopal church in the distance. Numeric notation on verso: "38."
GLC05111.01.0759
Main St., Sharpsburg, Maryland, with St. Paul's Episcopal Church in the distance.
Inscription on verso: "Principal Street in Sharpsburg." Main Street stetches down a hill and then back up again toward the woods where Gen. Lee's headquarters were located oods far into the distance. Numeric notation on verso: "49."
GLC05111.01.0760
Beaufort Church, S.C., partially covered with ivy or cutzu, and a small cemetery with a man sitting on tomb.
Inscription on verso: " Beaufort Church, S.C." Numeric notation on verso: "133."
GLC05111.01.0770
21 November 1846
Buchanan, James, 1791-1868
to John Serretta
Denies three Mexican priests serving in the United States permission to aid their colleagues in Mexico. Suggests that the priests try traveling with a neutral ship. Signed as Secretary of State during the Mexican War. Impression in upper left...
GLC02776
1808/12/09
Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826
to the Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Pittsburgh
Written as President in response to the Society's "friendly address" concerning religious freedom and mentioning the "time of trouble" in which they live.
GLC02793.010
1851/07/04
Fillmore, Millard, 1800-1874
to Thomas Leiper Kane re: questions about the moral character of Brigham Young
Written as President, discussing a clipping from the Buffalo Courier (not included) with charges against Gov. Young of Utah, and claiming that Fillmore knew Young's character. An angry letter relating to the federal government's relations with the...
GLC02793.028
1890/12/05
Harrison, Benjamin, 1833-1901
to Anna Harrison Morris re: prayers for a relative and worries of office
Thanks Morris for informing him of Maggies condition.
GLC02793.050
1845/03/11
Abbot, Abiel, 1765-1859
re: negative comments on Mormons and annexation of Texas
Abbot writes that the annexation of Texas is an "offense against humanity and a monstrous transgression of the law of God." With address on p. 4.
GLC02765
3 September 1898
Eddy, Mary Baker, 1821-1910
to Oliver C. Sabin
Thanks him for his vindication of Christian Science in his "interesting Washington News letter." Adds, "we are about to start a weekly newspaper in Boston, but I see no reason for its conflicting in the least with the circulation of your paper."
GLC02509.05
6 February 1876
Stowe, Harriet Beecher, 1811-1896
to James Osgood
Writes to her publisher concerning reprinting her early book, "The Mayflower," for the benefit of "a great fair...at my brothers church in Brooklyn for the 'Mayflower Mission' supported by Plymouth Church for the care of the poor in a destitute...
GLC02506
1702-1898
Eighteenth and nineteenth century religious leaders. See decimalized entries.
GLC02509
11 November 1702
Stevenson, Thomas, fl. 1702
to Edward Hyde, Lord Cornbury
Signed by J. Rodman, Thomas Stevenson, John Way and William Bickley. Written by a group of New York Quakers "to the Governor." Contains a petition on the deprivation of voting rights for the members of the House of Representatives in Queens County...
GLC02509.01
19 July 1869
Beecher, Henry Ward, 1813-1887
to unknown
Encloses an article. Mentions the New York Ledger.
GLC02509.02
9 December 1843-1866
Campbell, Alexander, 1788-1866
to L. H. Campbell
Writing to his wife, he encloses a letter to be "sent to the printing office to Mr. McDermot or Mr. Pendleton immediately." Campbell was the principal founder of the Disciples of Christ. From 1830 onward many of his short pieces first were printed...
GLC02509.03
13 March 1852
Channing, William Ellery, 1817-1901
to George Roberts
Was much affected by his editorial today on barbarism. Questions the veracity of the piece and suggests that if Roberts can provide evidence to his readers, this would create such indignation that it would "put an end to these atrocities." In a p.s...
GLC02509.04
2 March 1860
Mott, Lucretia, fl. 1849-1860
to Amory D. Mayo
Mott declines Mayo's offer to give a sermon in his church in Albany. Mott has previously obligations; she remains open to the idea.
GLC02509.06
28 February 1860-1904
Murray, W.H.H., 1840-1904
to Buck
Informs him that he is traveling in England and is in a position to be well informed about current conditions there. Will write to him, and leaves the remuneration to him. Advises him not to print his letters until such time as he has done...
GLC02509.07
22 March 1848
Parker, Theodore, 1810-1860
to Signore Mancinelli
Hopes that Mancinelli remembers him. Writes to introduce Dr. Loring, who is visiting Rome. Congratulates Mancinelli "on having so noble a Pope. Protestants as we are, we will all shout, Viva Papa Pio IX." Supposes that Mancinelli knows his American...
GLC02509.08
1 March 1837
Smith, Joseph, 1805-1844
[Ten dollar bank note of Kirtland Safety Society Bank, payable to W. Parish].
Also signed by President of the Bank Sidney Rigdon. Numbered 1493. Printed from plates obtained in Philadelphia from Underwood, Bald, Spencer & Hufty. The Kirtland Safety Society Anti-Banking Company, which issued the notes, attempted without...
GLC02509.09
16 February 1856
to Nathaniel P. Banks
Congratulates him on his "success in helping achieve the first victory which the North has won over the South since 1808, when the slave trade with Africa was abolished. I might better say, the first victory of freedom over Slavery since the...
GLC02509.10
1814/01-02/23
Adams, John, 1735-1826
To: Richard Rush.
Written to the son of his close friend Dr. Benjamin Rush in January 1814 and finished February 23. An early portion of the letter is in a Sternian style (stream of consciousness) concerning dreams while ill. Adams concludes, slightly tongue-in...
GLC02518
16 April 1857
Brown, John, 1800-1859
to Mary Ann Brown
Has "been more prospered within a very few days than I had before been," thanks to a $7,000 loan from George L. Stearns to be used towards a free Kansas. Hears "that one of 'Uncle Sam's Hounds was at Cleavland on my track;' and I have been hiding a...
GLC02519
22 June 1865
Bailey, D.C., fl. 1864-1865
to Mary E. Bailey
States that he is grateful and thanks God that he and his family have been safe from sickness and harm. Reports that a part of his regiment is in Madison and will probably be there for some time. He hopes that if he is to stay long somewhere, it is...
GLC02664
22 July 1861
Wright, Augustus Romaldus, 1813-1891
to Miller A. Wright
Augustus did not send Asa, an enslaved person, to Miller, as he did not want Miller to be "better off in attendants than the other soldiers." Rather, he sold him to Dr. Colb, along with Asa's wife and Martha. Augustus gives Miller a word of advice:...
GLC02691.11.011
1911/04/25
Taft, William H. (William Howard), 1857-1930
to Rev. John Wesley Hill re: declining to speak at Hadley Rescue Mission
Signed as President. Accompanied by a note on verso of recipient attesting to the President's unexpected appearance at midnight, despite his schedule.
GLC02793.059
1943/03/09
Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945
to Bishop G. Bromley Oxnam re: opposition to prohibition
Signed as President on White House stationery. Written as a follow-up to meeting with Methodist bishops.
GLC02793.085
1952/06/13
Truman, Harry S., 1884-1972
to Edward H. Pruden re: a prayer he said since his youth, with prayer
Written as President on White House stationery, accompanied by the prayer on White House stationery. Pruden was minister at the First Baptist Church, Washington, D.C.
GLC02793.094
1789/12/24
Livingston, J.H., fl. 1789
to Tobias Lear re: thanks for charity gift from President Washington
"The attention of the President of the United States to the Charity School under the care of the Dutch Church in this City is very acceptable [. . . .] Please to accept my thanks . . ." Docketed on address leaf.
GLC02794.009
1974 ca.?
Ford, Gerald R., 1913-2006
Quoting himself upon assuming the presidency re: prayers
"... I ask you to confirm me as your President by your prayers." The statement Ford made at the time of his suceeding Richard Nixon.
GLC02793.110
May 1770
Revere, Paul, 1735-1818
A view of part of the town of Boston in New-England and Brittish Ships of War landing their troops 1768
One of two copies known to be signed by colorist Christian Remick, and engraved by Paul Revere. Originally framed in worn edge scallop frame and old glass, with frame cut-down for the print. Propaganda print showing disembarkation of British troops...
GLC02873
1776
Revolution
Journal of the House of Delegates of Virginia [with] At a General Assembly...
Owned by John Edmondson, presented to William R. Vanter by M.A. Miller. The second item documents the first session of the state House after independence. Both items printed by Alexander Purdie. Journal of session dominated by Thomas Jefferson in...
GLC02882
18 September 1788
Von Steuben, Friedrich Wilhelm Ludolf Gerhard Augustin, 1730-1794
to William North
Whimsical letter written by Von Steuben in retirement and in debt in New York to his former aide North, who was also in retirement at Duanesburg, New York. Refers to North as "my dear Bill." Looks back on the last year. Mentions that "you did cut...
GLC02542.12
23 March 1798
[Presidential proclamation for a national day of prayer]
Proclamation declaring national "day of Solemn Humiliation, Fasting, and Prayer," with Timothy Pickering's free frank on verso. Adams wants Americans to pray for the protection of their country. Proclamation states that America is in a "hazardous and...
GLC02542.14
23 April 1842
Theobald, Mathew, 1790-1856
[Abstinence pledge card]
Printed card, with various illustrations, stating that Catherine Cauty has taken the "the Total Abstinence Pledge." Cauty has card number 4281797. Signed by Theobald as president of the society. Pledge card states that Cauty will refrain from...
GLC02542.27
1883
The Ladies Association of the First Presbyterian Church
The Texas cook book.... [first Texas cookbook]
Edited by the Lady's Association of the First Presbyterian Church. Standard fare plus some ethnic dishes. With 60 interleaved manuscript recipes.
GLC02936
1733
Great Britain. Acts.
Act...paying off..South Sea annuities...for establishing the colony of Georgia
Act of Parliament that pays off one million South Sea annuities, and using money for various purposes, including "Marriage Portion of the Princess Royal," in establishing the colony of Georgia, and paying debt. Act also makes reference to building...
GLC03498
1861-1865, 1866-1902
Maitland, Joseph M., 1836-1918
Collection of Joseph M. Maitland, G company, 95th regiment, Ohio, infantry [Decimalized .001-.258]
Maitland (1839-1918) was a pro-Union Democrat. His correspondence discusses the war and politics. Maitland's collection includes commentary on the 1863 political campaign for Governor of Ohio, Morgan's Raid, religious matters (Baptists in Ohio)...
GLC03523.10
1861-1865
Knox, Andrew, 1835-?
[Collection of Andrew Knox, B company, 1st regiment, Connecticut, heavy artillery] [Decimalized .01-.23]
Knox served as Lieutenant in the 1st Connecticut Artillery. The letters discuss the sieges of Yorktown and Petersburg, support Lincoln's re-election, condemn McClellan's Peace Platform, and mention William, a freeman working for McClellan as a...
GLC03523.20
Richards, Leonard H., fl. 1864-1865
[Collection of Leonard H. Richards, D company, 75th regiment, Illinois, infantry]
Richards was a devout young soldier, greatly in love with his wife. Letters mention battle of Nashville, Lincoln's death, etc.
GLC03523.29
Russell, E. S., fl. 1861-1862
Collection of E. S. Russell, G company, 65th regiment, Ohio, infantry [Decimalized .01-.23]
Most of the letters are written by E. S. Russell to his wife. There is a possibility that some of the letters are out of order due to no year being listed. Letters discuss camp life, marching experiences, and his health. Throughout his letters his...
GLC03523.50
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