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1951
Jefferson, Isaac, 1775-?
Memoirs of a Monticello slave as dictated to Charles Campbell in the 1840's...
By Issac, one of Thomas Jefferson's Slaves. Modern edition.
GLC07445
17 January 1863
Sumner, Charles, 1811-1874
[They are men by the grace of God and this is enough.]
Sentiment by Sumner written in the Senate Chamber.
GLC05508.241
1958
King, Martin Luther Jr., 1929-1968
Stride Toward Freedom
Inscribed to Fr. Tom Thrasher of Montgomery. Thrasher was an Episcopal priest who joined with King in seeking Civil Rights: "In appreciation for your genuine goodwill, your true Christian spirit, your dedication to the Christian ideal of the...
GLC05508.158
13 September 1935
Seton, Ernest Thompson, 1860-1946
to George Vaughan
Seton writes in response to Vaughan's letter concerning "our spiritual depression" to express hope of the future. He is also publishing an "Indian Bible," containing "the spiritual message of the Red Race" which should be of service to many. Typed...
GLC05508.227
1859-1860
Duncan, Stephen, 1787-1867
Collection of letters pertaining to Stephen Duncan [Decimalized .01-.12]
Written mostly to Charles P. Leverich, a financial agent active in New York and New Orleans. Discusses accounts, supplies, secession, and slavery.
GLC05339
1895/03/06
Crane, Stephen, fl. 1895
to James Billson re: drinking exploits in Galveston, Texas
Drinking exploits with the Mayor of Galveston and the editor of "Galveston News." With TLS of Sam H. Penland re: Crane's visit. Written at Galveston
GLC05259
27 April 1835
Webster, Daniel, 1782-1852
to George A. Waggaman
Massachusetts Senator Webster informs Waggaman, a former Senator from Louisiana, that Webster's friend, Mr. Loring, will be visiting New Orleans. Commends Loring to Waggaman's notice.
GLC05264.04
circa 1861-1865
In civilian suit, vignette bust portrait
Graphite inscription on recto "Owen Lovejoy." Imprint on recto "Williamson, Brooklyn." Graphite inscription on verso "Owen Lovejoy."
GLC05111.02.1439
1854-1858
Pamphlets related to the extension of slavery and the Kansas-Nebraska dispute [Decimalized .01-.20]
GLC05116
1856
Cherokee Bible [old testament]
Cherokee Bible (Genesis, Exodus, Psalms, Wisdom and Isaiah) printed at Park Hill, Cherokee Nation, by Edwin Archer. Imprint date varies slightly since Exodus is dated 1853, Genesis 1856 and the rest undated. With manuscript notations in Cherokee.
GLC05122
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