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07 April 1855
Pierce, Franklin, 1804-1869
Authority to affix the seal: Treaty with Cherokee Indians (1855 Feb. 2)
Original treaty dated Feb. 22, 1855
GLC00787
February 3, 1831
Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845
to John Henry Eaton
Writes to Secretary of War Eaton about arranging the removal of the Brothertown Indians of New York to a reservation in Wisconsin. Comments on a recent meeting he had with the New York Indians. Informs him that the Menominee of the Green Bay...
GLC00791
May 7, 1818
to John M. Davis
A clerical copy of Jackson's letter to Davis in which he deals with aftermath of the Chehaw Affair. Orders Davis to send a "talk to Kinnard with instructions to explain the substance to the Chehaw Warriors." Also orders him to arrest Obediah Wright...
GLC00782.11.05
May 29, 1818
Davis, John M., fl. 1818
to William Rabun
Informs Georgia Governor Rabun that Obediah Wright, whom Davis arrested for massacring Chehaw Indians, has been released through a writ of habeas corpus. Requests that Rabun have Wright returned to his custody. The Chehaw were American allies in...
GLC00782.11.06
January 17, 1825
Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826
to Cummings, Hilliard & Company
Mentions ordering books for the schools of art and modern languages and ancient and modern history. Writes concerning courses in law at the University of Virginia and the need for books, especially "Thomas' edition of Coke Littleton published not...
GLC00782.12
circa 1860
Wilson, Henry, 1812-1875
to unknown
Wilson, a Republican Senator from Massachusetts, replies to a previous note sent by an unknown recipient. Provides a list of Republicans who might be interested in anti-Democratic Party ideas, including Maine Governor Israel Washburn, Jr. Reports...
GLC00789
17 December 1856
Thalberg, Sigismond, 1812-1871
[Musical quotation signed]
Also includes a book plate from Henry K. Willard, 1333 K. Street, N.W., Washington, DC.
GLC00496.235
circa October 18, 1830
Van Buren, Martin, 1782-1862
to John Branch
Letter of introduction of Mr. Groves of New York to Secretary of the Navy Branch. Written as Secretary of State.
GLC00496.241
12 October 1831
Washington, Perrin, 1790-1857
[Promissory note binding Washington and Thornton F. Offutt to pay Thomas N. Jones $175]
Note on verso records the receipt of partial payment. Docketed on verso.
GLC00496.247
August 31, 1836
Dickerson, Mahlon, 1770-1853
to President of the Geological Society of New Haven
Indicates that preparations are being made for the Wilkes expedition, "an exploring & surveying Expedition for the Southern Ocean." Requests for advice on the "formation of a scientific Corps" and recommendations of suitable members. Needs men...
GLC00507.01
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