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1818/05/07
Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848
Certifying copy of patent issued to Nathaniel and Philip W. Miller
For improvements in weaving (attached patent clerically signed for James Madison).
GLC07021
1861/05/08
Tyler, John, 1790-1862
to John Letcher re: troop movements, advising Jefferson Davis
Mentions observing ships which "indicate the purpose of an early transportation of troops to some other point than Washington" and keeping President Davis "well advised". Damaged from 2" purple mold along center top, with consequent loss of text on...
GLC07022
1866/02/27
Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885
to Chandler re: firing black servant, William Barnes
Discusses the firing of his black servant for drunkeness; also mentions recommending him for employment. Chandler was Assistant Secretary of the Treasury
GLC07023
1863/01/13
Butler, Benjamin F. (Benjamin Franklin), 1818-1893
Confederate Congress Resolution no. 24, endorsing orders for Butler's hanging
Confederate resolution endorsing President Jefferson Davis's orders for the hanging of Benjamin Franklin "Beast" Butler (for his women around town order)
GLC07008.01
Confederate House Resolution no. 21: thanking citizens who opposed Butler
Voting thanks and gratitude of the House to citizens of New Orleans who had refused the oath and defied B.F. Butler.
GLC07008.02
1863/04/27
Corcoran, Michael, 1827-1863
to John J. Peck re: earthworks construction delays
Writes that "the filling up of the gap between Union and Mclellan [sic] has been delayed on account of the want of Barrows [sic] to carry earth"
GLC07009
1860/08/17
Ericsson, John, 1803-1889
to unknown re: design repairs, possibly for ironclad
GLC07010
1866/11/04
McLaws, Lafayette, 1821-1897
to Charles J. Jenkins re: his ability to serve Reconstruction government
Informs the Governor of Georgia that he has been pardoned by the President and will be able to serve as clerk of court of Richmond County.
GLC07011
1861/12/20
Mulligan, James A., fl. 1861
Quoting a sentiment: "If we stand firm...."
A sentiment addressed to A.S. Flandron (?). "If we stand firm, the Republic is saved. Weakness now is wickedness..."
GLC07012
1862/08/15
Thompson, Meriwether J., fl. 1862
to John C. Breckinridge re: plans to take New Orleans
Discusses Confederate plans to retake New Orleans using forces under Earl Van Dorn; he writes "The enemy have already heard of my presence...I think I will make a demonstration tomorrow, to keep them uneasy".
GLC07013
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