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to Blanche Kelso Bruce
February 2, 1878
Henderson, W.S., fl. 1878
now that he has accepted the position of collector of customs, he waiting the arrival of the oath. requests that Bruce speed things up so he can begin as possible.
GLC09400.340
8 March 1878
Kern, H.C., fl. 1878
serves as an introduction for C.D. Frost
GLC09400.347
7 November 1878
Spellman, James J., fl. 1877-1880
there is a vacancy in the postal dept. due to a death. hopes Bruce can secure the spot for him.
GLC09400.358
January 10 1878
letter of introduction for H.E. Sizer.
GLC09400.375
March 19, 1878
Sneed, N.D., fl. 1878-1879
asks him to consider his reappointment. also requests a post route map of Mississippi and Louisiana.
GLC09400.377
Airways Flying: A Handbook For Military Pilots
September 1943
United States. Army Air Forces
A handbook of procedures, vocabulary, and policies for military pilots in World War II.
GLC09587.129
The Key to 100 Amazing Facts About the Negro
1934
Rogers, J.A., 1880-1966
One newsletter entitled, "The Key to 100 Amazing Facts About the Negro," written by J.A. Rogers dated 1934. Lists 1-- facts about African Americans from origins in Africa, misconceptions of "illiteracy and intelligence," and advances made in science...
GLC09640.245
The Journal of Negro Education [Volume XXVI, No. 3 (Summer 1957)]
1957
Journal of Negro Education
One issue of The Journal of Negro Education entitled, "The Negro Voter in the South" dated Summer 1957. Articles of this issue pertain to voting in the south for African Americans with a focus on disenfranchisement, the shift of the Democratic Party...
GLC09640.101
The Chicago Defender [February 16, 1946]
February 16, 1946
The Chicago Defender (Chicago, IL)
One page from The Chicago Defender's supplement, The Defender Junior, dated February 16, 1946. Articles on page 17 are dedicated to children's interest; education, clubs and highlighting children in the neighborhood. Reverse side on page 18...
GLC09823.16
[Photograph of a union soldier]
1861-1863
Probably a picture of either John or Charles H. Worcester.
GLC03974.37
[Photograph of John H. Worcester]
GLC03974.38
Mr Day, Minister at Hollis, New Hampshire
GLC03974.39
Map of St. Augustine Harbor and Port
Map of St. Augustine Harbor and Port. San Sebastian River, North River, Matanzas River are pictured. Labels written in blue pen. Lighthouse Anastasia is labeled and drawn. Writing on verso specifies title of map.
GLC03974.40
[Typed reminiscence of the death of John H. Worcester by his brother Charles]
1 April 1917
Worcester, Charles H., fl. 1863-1917
Account of how Charles remembers his brother's death and the aftermatch of the incident.
GLC03974.41
[Instructions for Officers on Outpost and Patrol Duty]
March 25, 1862
Instructions and training issued by the War Department.
GLC03974.35
[Photograph of Charles H. Worcester]
GLC03974.36
"Statements Relative to Slaves Executed, Reprieved for Transportation &c. "
2 March 1852
Richardson, William H., fl. 1852
One pamphlet entitled, "Statements Relative to Slaves Executed, Reprieved for Transportation &c," dated March 2, 1852. Contains three pages of tables that gives the names of enslaved people, slaveowner names, crimes charged against the enslaved...
GLC09820
[Military accounts for pay and subsistence]
December 14, 1861-December 31, 1861
Worcester, John H., 1839-1863
Payment for Lieutenant John H. Worchester. Pay dates range from December 14, 1861, and December 31, 1861. Total amount paid was $63.06. Includes payment per month as well as number of days served, number of rations per day, total number of rations...
GLC03974.02
John H. Worcester to Abby Worcester
January 16, 1861
Describes life straight after signing up, including the journey to New York, being given initial supplies, such as a blanket and rations, and disappointment in camp that they would not be striking out for the Potomac at once.
GLC03974.03
January 23, 1862
Gives details of life in camp, including information about disease and food. Mentions that he met some enemy prisoners.
GLC03974.04
John H. Worcester to Augustas
February 3, 1862
Discusses life in camp, pay and promotions, and his growing dislike of a fellow soldier.
GLC03974.05
John H. Worcester to Martha Worcester
22 April 1862
Mentions his recovery from dysentery. Written at Fort Jefferson.
GLC03974.06
20 June 1862
Encloses some money for his sister.
GLC03974.07
10 August 1862
Mentions the fine weather and proposed future movements.
GLC03974.08
[Note on rations and expenses on board a ship]
20 November 1862
GLC03974.09
[John H. Worcester describing the situation in Florida]
February 21, 1863
The letter talks about patriotism, how much the Confederates know about why they are fighting, and tense discussions over the potential execution of a general.
GLC03974.10
Charles H. Worcester to his father
26 April 1863
Discusses life in a new camp and a recent expedition to Charleston. Also talks about their family.
GLC03974.11
[Lieutenant Worcester's account]
1 May 1863
Lists items such as butter, money, matches and clothing.
GLC03974.12
12 May 1863
Gives details of their latest move, complains about mosquitos and mentions that Charles, their brother, is ill. Written at Fort Clinch.
GLC03974.13
John H. Worcester to his father
27 May 1863
Mentions money and the fact that he and his brother Charles might get to come home soon. Written at Fort Clinch.
GLC03974.14
Nathan M. Ames to John H. Worcester
4 June 1863
Ames, Nathan M., fl. 1863
Discusses prisoners of war.
GLC03974.15
John H. Worcester to Carolina Worcester
13 June 1863
Talks about newly enlisted men and leaves of absence.
GLC03974.16
1 July 1863
GLC03974.17
4 July 1863
Sends his love home and gives an update on the health of their brother Charles.
GLC03974.18
7 July 1863
Mentions rations, military duties and his brother's health.
GLC03974.19
Appears to be a continuation of his previous letter, GLC03974.19. Writes about his hopes for the future.
GLC03974.20
[Letter from E. Riddell to Mr Worcester informing him of the death of his son]
26 July 1863
Describes how John. H. Worcester was injured in battle, captured, but then died of his wounds.
GLC03974.21
[Letter to Mr Worcester giving further details of his son's death]
GLC03974.22
[Note to John N. Worcester and family explaining plans for a tribute to his recently deceased son]
2 August 1863
GLC03974.23
[Certificate of transported goods, sent to John N. Worcester]
7 August 1863
GLC03974.24
Nathan M. Ames to John N. Worcester
8 August 1863
Writes that he has heard of the death of Worcester's son, John, and sends his commiserations.
GLC03974.25
[To Mr. and Mrs. Worcester]
P.B. Day
Writes to Mr. and Mrs. Day expressing sympathy for the death of their son, John. Writes, "Another name has been added to the martyrs who have falled for our country."
GLC03974.26
H. Boyston to John N. Worcester
11 August 1863
Boyston, H., fl. 1863
Gives details about his son John's body and also mentions the current state of his other son Charles, then in hospital.
GLC03974.27
Obituary for John H. Worcester
28 August 1863
Notice of the death of Worcester in battle together with a poem.
GLC03974.28
Ann S. Abear to Mr and Mrs Worcester
Abear, Ann S., fl. 1863
Letter from John H. Worcester's former landlady to his parents, sending her sympathies on the news of his death. Includes rousing support for the cause of the Union and liberty.
GLC03974.29
William Moore to Lieutenant Henderson
28 October 1863
Moore, W. Henry, fl. 1862
Request that the recipient defend him in an upcoming trial. The charges against him include neglect of duty and falling asleep on watch.
GLC03974.30
[Provision return for Captain Nathan M. Ames]
1863
GLC03974.31
[Meeting to discuss how to commemorate the life of John H. Worcester conducted by his fellow soldiers]
January 10,1864
GLC03974.32
A. K. Potter to John N. Worcester
January 25, 1864
Potter, A. K., fl. 1864
Sends apologies for not being able to attend the funeral of Worcester's son John due to ill health.
GLC03974.33
[Virginia Song]
Song about hatred for the Union, pride in the decision to fight, and a refusal to be reconstructed.
GLC03974.34
Map of the World Showing the Points at Which the War is In Progress
30 April 1898
Smith, Michael Hoke, 1855-1931
Map shows the miles between ports found in locations such as Japan, San Francisco, Cuba, Haiti, Puerto Rico, Cape Verde, Liverpool, New York, Washington D.C., Hong Kong, and the Phillipines. Lists the names of all the ships in the fleet at the...
GLC02691.12.08
[The Rights of Lousiana]
1877
Article discusses the admission of Lousiana as a state and how at that time they held enslaved people and the government promised to protect the property (enslaved people) of her people, yet they violated that right when Missouri was admitted. The...
GLC02691.12.01
Replies to Ex-Governor Bullock-Some Fearless Facts on the Race Questions
17 August 1897
Graves, John T., 1856-1925
Author Graves feels the race problem is indestructible and universal, not likely to ever go away even with the appointment of Black people in Southern offices. He cites several examples where Black people are discriminated against in the North. Small...
GLC02691.12.09
Kindhearted Mayor Collier and To Stop Filibustering
24 October 1897
Mayor Collier releases all prisoners with city offenses. In "to Stop Filibustering", the Spanish government wants to ask the US to repress revolutionary societies in America that are giving assistance to General Gomez. Backside includes article...
GLC02691.12.10
[Article honoring those who lost their lives in the Civil War]
1815
Simickson, Henry, fl. 1863
Title torn from article. "These men fought to maintain and perpetuate the rights of human nature. These men fought, not for themselves alone--they struck the chains from the limbs of four millions of bondsmen..."
GLC03131.16.18
5 May 1880
Townsend, J.B., fl. 1879-1880
thinks it necessary for the Post Master to be removed to ensure the success of the Republican party,
GLC09400.528
January 1880
Shorteo, A., fl. 1880
wants appointment for a route agent.
GLC09400.535
Normal's 22nd Commencement of the Agricultural and Mechanical College
May 1897
program which states that Blanche Kelso Bruce is the annual speaker. 2 copies.
GLC09400.567
Resolution of the Legislature of Ohio
January 20, 1875
protesting Against the action of the United States military authorities in the expulsion of certain members of the Lousiana Legislature. 6 copies
GLC09400.569
Geneve-Afrique [Volume IV, No. 2. (1965)]
1965
Geneve African Institute
One pamphlet entitled "Geneve-Africa, Volume IV, No.2," dated 1965. Published by the Geneve African Institute. Front cover contains note ascribed to James W. Ivy that the pamphlet was recovered from the League of Nations archives. Includes a forward...
GLC09640.075
Catalog [Howard University (1980)]
April 1980
Howard University Press, 1972-2011
One catalog from Howard University Press dated April 1980. Content consists of book reviews, forthcoming journals, sales information, policies and images of student life at Howard University.
GLC09640.089
[Photograph of pro-choice activists protesting against Clarence Thomas's confirmation to the Supreme Court]
15 October 1991
Storey, John, 1957-?
One press photograph taken by John Storey of the San Francisco Examiner dated October 15, 1991. Image is of two women protesting. On the reverse side are newspaper clippings pasted on. The text identifies the two women as Regina Evans and Theresa...
GLC09741.11
NAACP Report for 1960
July 1961
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
One pamphlet entitled "NAACP Report for 1960," dated July 1961. Content consists of legal cases, convention of 1960, religion and civil rights, program activities, membership campaigns, housing, voting rights. Also highlights the 1960 sit-in...
GLC09640.149
Guard Leaves, But Sorrow Stays.
3 August 1967
United Press International
One press photo of National Guard leaving Detroit, Michigan. A woman in the image watches with a child. Wire transfer details that Tanya Lynn Blanding, 4 years old, was killed by police or National Guard's bullet. 200 people attended her funeral. On...
GLC09735.40
New York
19 July 1964
One photograph by United Press International dated July 19, 1964. Image is of a woman being assisted by three policemen. Wire transfer information states she was injured during a riot in Harlem, described as a "debris-and-missile-throwing melee."...
GLC09733.08
Running From the Police
Associated Press
One photograph entitled, "Running from the Police," taken by the Associated Press dated July 19 1964. Image is of Black residents of Harlem standing back from police officers. The wire transfer information states that the police were using...
GLC09733.09
One telephoto entitled, "New York" taken by United Press International dated July 19, 1964. Image is of police officers marking in a line. Also photographed are two residents of Harlem. Wire transfer information states that 300 police officers were...
GLC09733.11
Pistol Wielding Police Clear Harlem Riot Area
One photograph entitled, "Pistol Wielding Police Clear Harlem Riot Area" taken by Associated Press dated July 19, 1964. Image is of a scene during the 1964 Harlem Riot. Pictured are police officers running in front of a theatre while other bystanders...
GLC09733.12
Police Lead Negro From Harlem Riot Scene
One photograph entitled, "Police Lead Negro From Harlem Riot Scene" taken by Associated Press dated July 19, 1964. Image is of a police officer lading a cuffed Black man by the arm past a line of police officers. Wire transfer information states that...
GLC09733.13
Equality in Harlem
One photograph entitled, "Equality in Harlem" taken by Associated Press dated July 19, 1964. Image is of a barricade blocking residents on the corner of 7th Avenue and W. 133rd Street. Wire transfer information states that the barricade was an...
GLC09733.14
Harlem Riot Scene
One photograph entitled, "Harlem Riot Scene" taken by Associated Press dated July 19, 1964. Image is of a crowd in Harlem. A police van and parked cars are in front of them and traffic is behind them. Wire transfer information states that the protest...
GLC09733.15
Steel Store Front Guard Ripped Off By Rioters
One photograph entitled, "Steel Store Front Guard Ripped Off by Rioters," taken by Associated Press dated July 19, 1964. Image is of a steel fence ripped off during a riot. Wire transfer information states that fence was in front of a pawnshop in...
GLC09733.16
One photograph entitled, "New York" taken by United Press International dated July 19, 1964. Image is of a police officer looking at a brocken store front window of a furniture store, damaged during the Harlem riots. Wire transfer information claims...
GLC09733.17
Clean-Up After Harlem Riot
One photograph entitled, "Clean-Up After Harlem Riot" taken by Associated Press dated July 19, 1964. Image is of three residents and police officers surveying the damage of a pawn shop, Isaac Leon Corp. Wire transfer information states that damages...
GLC09733.18
20 July 1964
One wirephoto entitled, "New York" by United Press International dated July 20, 1964. Image is of police removing ammunition and weapons from truck. On the sidewalk, two people watch the police. Wire transfer information states that people threw...
GLC09733.19
Beefed-Up Police Force Near the Funeral of Negro Boy
unknown, fl. 1964
One photograph entitled, "Beefed-Up Police Force Near the Funeral of Negro Boy" dated July 20, 1964. Image is of people behind a barricade. A group of police officers stands on the other side of the barricade. A newspaper clipping is pasted on the...
GLC09733.20
Mortgage Financing for Properties Available to Negro Occupancy
1954
National Urban League
One pamphlet entitled, "Mortgage Financing for Properties Available to Negro Occupancy," dated 1954. Expresses concern of unfair housing practices committed against African Americans specific to mortgage financing. Lists statistics of differences...
GLC09640.193.01
May 17, 1954
GLC09640.193.02
To Jacob Gurby
25 October 1815
Burr, Aaron, 1756-1836
Counsels a client on the best way to recover a slave: "If a Slave be brought from another state to the state of N York & there sold, such slave is by the laws of N York declared free. It is therefore of Moment to establish that the sale was made at...
GLC09286
to James W. Hale, to Sarah W. Hale
3 July 1832
de Yampert, Thomas Jefferson, fl. 1828-1834
There are two letters within a single folio. The first letter is to James W. Hale, and expresses regret that Sarah's time with them was not as pleasant or beneficial to her health as they had hoped. He goes on to discuss his attempts to find work for...
GLC08934.033
to Sarah W. Hale
December 28, 1832
He apologizes for not writing more often. He speaks briefly about Mary, the infant daughter he and Aurelia lost to cholera in October, and says that their daughter Sarah now refuses to speak at all. There have been no new storms and that both he and...
GLC08934.037
to Sarah W. Nichols
23 June - 7 July 1834
This letter is dated June 23, and there is a post-script dated July 7. They are both still suffering from Sarah's death, and Aurelia is saving locks of their daughter Sarah's hair and intends to give the largest lock to her sister Sarah. Aurelia's...
GLC08934.042
28 October 1835
Letter regarding Thomas's travels and business, as well as news about some friends of Aurelia's. He also writes that he hopes to see Sarah again before he dies.
GLC08934.045
to unknown
January 30, 1837
Hale, Joseph, fl. 1837
He speaks extensively about his business and finances, including the support he has provided to his family, possibly in preparation for his death, because he describes himself as quite ill. He also asks the recipient to pass his good wishes onto...
GLC08934.049
to Mr. Walters and Mr. Souder to Joseph Hale
1837
This folio includes two letters. The first is addressed to Mr. Walters and Mr. Sounder from Joseph Hale and focuses on his health, which has been poor for years due to a cough that is especially bad in the winter. He seems sure that he will die soon...
GLC08934.050
to James L. Belden to John Joseph Wright
1815-1860
This folio contains two letters, neither of which are dated. Both appear to have been written for the purpose of expressing appreciation for friendship and saying goodbye, and may have been written near the end of Joseph Hale's life in or around 1837...
GLC08934.052
One Nation--One Government
1861-1877
features arc with all the states written in it. eagle sits on top with flags.
GLC08413.44
to Husband and Son
5 November 1861
writes that she has been sick for four weeks and has not been outside. Bacon has been to see her four times and was here today.
envelope features man holding flag with eagle.
GLC08413.18
1863 Diary
Cruger, Jefferson, fl. 1863
GLC06160.01
Belt Buckle
GLC06160.02
Photograph of Jefferson Cruger
GLC06160.03
Comb
GLC06160.04
Cased Photograph of Jefferson Cruger
GLC06160.05
Unidentified cloth piece (probabaly from collar)
GLC06160.06
Tintype photograph of young man
GLC06160.07
Calico Handkerchief
GLC06160.08
Semi-weekly standard. [Vol. 11, no. 31 (March 20, 1861)]
March 20, 1861
Holden, William Woods, 1818-1892
Report of Our Commissioners, Resistance to the Will of the Majority. A report of affairs in Charleston, SC is printed. Notes from a speech by Senator Crittenden are included. Attention is given to sentiments of disunion among several sources...
GLC05959.23.03
Semi-weekly standard. [Vol. 11, no. 35 (April 3, 1861)]
3 April 1861
Appeal for the Union by Andrew Johnson of Tennessee, South Carolina Dissatisfied & Preparing to Secede Again. Extracts from a speech by Andrew Johnson of Tennessee appealing to preserve the Union are matched next to extracts from a speech by a Mr...
GLC05959.23.04
to Aaron Hobart
3 August 1822
Hagner, Peter, 1772-1850
Indicates that pension monies ($240) owed to Nabby Gardner, the widow of Zachary Gardner, will be paid. Written from the Third Auditor's office of the Treasury Department.
GLC06313.04.188
to William A. Williams
December 2, 1865
Heyward, William H., 1817-1889
One letter from William Henry Heyward, enslaver and proprietor of Clay Hall plantation in Reconstruction-era South Carolina, to William A. Williams dated December 2, 1865. Discusses going to Charleston to receive a pardon and to attain ownership of...
GLC00496.254.06
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