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5 July 1813
Cranston, F.H., fl. 1813
to mayor Thomas Apinwall
The writer explains the circumstances of his capture. It appears that British vessels were mistaken for American ones. Written at Beauport
GLC06997.027
22 February 1864
Fillmore, Millard, 1800-1874
[Speech delivered to the Great Central Fair of Buffalo]
Former President Fillmore notes historic inventions and developments, such as the rail road, steam engine, and telegraph, that have shaped Buffalo since the city's 1832 Centennial Celebration. Refers to the farewell addresses of Presidents George...
GLC04884.02
December 25, 1834
Crockett, David "Davy", 1786-1836
to Charles Schultz
One letter addressed to Dr. Cohen from David Crockett dated December 25, 1834. Expresses that Andrew Jackson has ruined the government and if Martin Van Buren is elected that he would move to Texas which he considered, "Paradise." Crockett complains...
GLC01162
[1713]
Hunter, Robert, 1664-1734
Answer to the Indians
The document warns the Indians not to trade with the French, who lie and cheat in order to weaken the Indians and make them more vulnerable in the time of war.
GLC03107.02112
12 May 1943
Hershberger, Ralph A., 1890-1970
"The snake's got more zip since I sold him that radio!"
One newspaper clipping of a cartoon with a caption that reads, "The snake's got more zip since I sold him that radio!" Depicts a snake and snake charmer. Two American naval officers watch as the snake performs with a radio. Illustrated by Ralph A...
GLC09953.024
23 September 1863
Reynolds, J. L. (James Lawrence), 1814-1877
Confederate Baptist. [Vol. 1, no. 47 (September 23, 1863)]
"An Essay" describes the grand instrumentality of the Church and is continued in the following issue. A long letter from an army chaplain describes meeting with soldiers and preaching the gospel. An article titled "To all the Chaplains in the...
GLC05959.39.36
1864
United States. Congress
House of Representatives. Report # 67. Returned Prisoners.
38th Congress, 1st session. Signed by W. L. Ransom. Report made by Daniel Gooch of the Joint Committee on the Conduct and Expenditures of the War. Describes in detail the harsh treatment endured by prisoners of war and the destitute condition of...
GLC00267.358
6 June 1795
Simmons, William, fl. 1791-1798
to John Bryant
Writes to Captain Bryant about administrative matters related to Bryant's salary and settling accounts. Written from the War Department's "Accountants Office." Free frank signed by Timothy Pickering and stamped "Free" on address leaf.
GLC03432.094
22 January 1798
Writes to Captain Bryant about administrative matters related to Bryant's salary and settling accounts. Written from the War Department's "Accountants Office." Free frank signed by William Simmons and stamped "Free" on address leaf.
GLC03432.100
04 January 1865
Hutson, Charles J., 1842-1902
to Richard W. Hutson
Writes to his father that years of war have past and still no peace. His brother has told him of the military situation on the coast and he thinks they might have to give up some low country to the Union. Reports that General William T. Sherman...
GLC08165.66
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