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Album with 31 CDVs of prominent Mormons, including Brigham Young; Indians

Album includes Brigham Young, Indians, Salt Lake City buildings. Most with Salt Lake City imprints of Savage & Ottinger and Carter's Lake View Emporium.

GLC04264

to unknown

Acknowledges receipt of a catalog and states that "The Librarian alone is authorized to purchase for the law library of the United States." Pasted to support board.

GLC03360

to Samuel Johnson

Also signed by James Duane and Walter Livingston with Jay as agents for New York, and Elbridge Gerry, Samuel Holton, and Rufus King as agents for Massachusetts. Discusses Johnson's appointment as a judge in a boundary dispute between Massachusetts...

GLC03381

to John Jay

Writes regarding a disagreement between them over his expenses for a trip to Hartford, Connecticut. Burr states he and Hamilton are in agreement over what they believed would be the expense payment structure for the trip.

GLC03304

to Nathaniel Williams

Analyzes a decision on the insolvency law. Discusses a university and the appointment of a committee. Mentions the Goodings case.

GLC03545.06

to Nathaniel Williams

Discusses an upcoming fraud court case and indicates that he does not know much about it. Refers Wise to Colonel James Polk of Somerset County, Maryland to get more information.

GLC03545.12

[Expense account for Schuyler's work as an Indian agent from 12 April 1795 - 9 November 1795]

Lists monies due from the State of New York to Schuyler, "one of the agents appointed by the Act, intitled, an Act for the better support of the Oneida, Onondaga and Cayuga Indians, and for Other purposes therein mentioned." Lists various actions...

GLC03543

Two issues of Fort Laramie's "The Chugg Water Journal" and a watercolor of Indians [Decimalized]

Written at Fort Laramie

GLC05067

to John Chathen

Shields writes as a U.S. Senator from Illinois to Chathen at Jacksonville, Illinois. Argues that Henry Clay opposes the extension of slavery and is no more a pro-slavery man than Thomas Hart Benton (both Clay and Benton were U.S. Senators). Also...

GLC03170

to Alexander J. Sheldon

States that he is receiving countless letters on the subject of the currency. Agrees that banks are quite powerful, "in truth they are the throne," and the banks have a hand in Congress and control over newspapers, but concludes that "this can't...

GLC03410.01

to Solomon Haven re: news from the capital and NJ, Clay expected to resign

Also reporting the (false) rumor that Clay would resign his Senate seat.

GLC03894

to Joseph Brant

Introduces his son, Thomas Morris, and asks Brant to help negotiate the purchase of land owned by the Seneca Indians

GLC03731

to Tristram Dalton re: voyage across the Atlantic and arrival at Glasgow

Written to his business partner.

GLC03767.02

to Robert Letcher re: transmitting resolution of Miss. legislature re: Texas

Includes attached resolution to Congress re: annexation of Texas.

GLC03669

[Appointment of John Geary as governor of the territory of Kansas]

Partially printed document signed by Franklin Pierce as President of the United States. Countersigned by William L. Marcy as Secretary of State. Accompanied by paper seal.

GLC00071

to Joseph Knight

William Lloyd Garrison informs Knight that he has "no autograph of the revered Wilberforce to send" but will instead send "one of George Thompson, whose long continued and wonderfully efficient labors in the cause of freedom and humanity you so...

GLC00680.02

to Joseph Gales, Jr.

Requests pamphlet containing the transactions of the great convention, and asks to become a subscriber to Gales' paper. Brings up political news.

GLC00496.271

Private signals

Explains a system of secret signals to be used in communication between ships. Orders captains to memorize the formula for the protocol and then destroy the document.

GLC00722.06

to William McBlair

States reasons for non-fulfillment of an order. Explains that he did not appear on deck earlier in the day, because he believed the order to do so applied only to specific officers, and states he meant no harm with his actions. Apparently McBlair...

GLC00722.30

to William McBlair

Requesting a survey of the ship's sails, with an autograph endorsement signed by McBlair at the bottom of the page, ordering his lieutenants to conduct the survey. Letter written on board the U.S.S. "Dale," while at sea. King was the sailmaker on...

GLC00722.46

to Thomas A. Conover

Secretary of the Navy Toucey orders Conover to direct the U.S.S. "Dale" to "proceed to the Navy Yard at Portsmouth, N.H." Marked "Duplicate" at top of page. Written at the "Navy Department."

GLC00722.48

to William McBlair

Thanking the officers of the "Dale" for help acquiring "a situation," thanks to "a friendly recommendation." Irving, according to the docket, was a sailmaker. Docket may be in McBlair's hand. Letter written on board the U.S.S. "Dale," at sea.

GLC00722.67

to Levi Woodbury

The letter is introducing Henry Lee to the recipient, and requesting that Woodbury offer any possible assistance on his research of a recent war.

GLC00801

General Order no. 17, re: Texas question and possibility of more service

Docketed. Directed to the African Squadron; received on Oct. 19.

GLC00896

The Wilmot Proviso: bill and explanation of Preston King, of New York, in the House of Representatives of the U.S., January 4 & 5, 1847.

Printed at the office of Blair and Rives. Apparently removed from previous binding.

GLC00267.372

Speech of the Hon. Truman Smith, of Connecticut, on the Nebraska question. Delivered in the Senate of the United States, February 10 and 11, 1854.

Printed by John T. and Lem. Towers. Original blue wrapper. "I have sometimes thought... that the North is in danger of being sold out, and that we are to be reduced to servitude. I can hardly believe we are in much danger. It is proper however...

GLC00267.381

Freedom and public faith: speech of William H. Seward, on the abrogation of the Missouri Compromise, in the Kansas and Nebraska bills.

Printed by Buell & Blanchard, printers. Removed from previous binding. Contains stamp "Withdrawn from Watkinson Library Trinity College." Argues "The general authority of Congress over the Territories is one wisely confided to the National...

GLC00267.382

to George Washington Wright

Walker writes to Wright, former California Representative, introducing Henry P. Watkins as an agent for the Sonora Enterprise. Intending to combine southern California with Sonora, Mexico, Walker requests that Wright assist Watkins in this enterprise...

GLC01358.01

[Legal agreement for sale of land]

Co-signed with William Trent on verso. Witnessed by Francis Lee, Cornelius C. Roosevelt, and an illegible name. Legal agreement made for the transfer of ownership of Indian land. Made between Colonel William Grayson, a wealthy Virginia landowner and...

GLC01412.47

Map of the southern part of Texas

Map which belonged to Anthony Dey, a chief figure in the Galveston Bay & Texas Land Co. The map has had lands owned by the Company outlined in ink. Date inferred from provenance. Streeter, Texas 1137A and Philips Maps p. 843.

GLC02754

Map of colonization grants in Texas

Land grants in Texas. Streeter 1164. Once belonged to Anthony Dey.

GLC02759

[Texas rail road, navigation, and banking company share certificate]

Printed bank document issued to James Collinsworth and cosigned by B. J. Archer, Collinsworth, J. Henderson and T. McKinney. Features printed border.

GLC02565

to James Jameson re: the Dismal Swamp Land Co. and profits from slave labor

Responding to Jameson's call for $80 (on behalf of his deceased uncle), Washington writes that he had hoped to see profits from the company since the elder Jameson had the money in his own hands. He notes in passing that the profits would have been...

GLC02793.003

Indian Boundary Line as Settled by Sr. William & them in Nov[ember[ 1768

GLC03107.02166

"Propositions made by Joseph Henry & Gideon three Christian Maquase"

The three Christian Mohawks inform the officials of Albany that the Onondagas called them to a meeting where there would be no English men present. They explain that they felt it was their duty to inform the English of this occurence.

GLC03107.02056

to Robert Livingston re: instructions for collecting the excise

Governor Andros thanks Livingston for his letter regarding relations between Indians and settlers. He also gives Livingston instructions on how to collect the excise revenues. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01879

to Joseph Ricketson

Accepts Ricketson's invitation to lecture before the New Bedford Lyceum, if his health permits. Exclaims, "Would that U could be an attendant at your anti-slavery meetings, to be held to-day and to-morrow in your place!" Notes that his friend, the...

GLC02448.06

to John Mason Peck

Lovejoy, an abolitionist, writes to Peck, a reverend in St. Louis. Requests Peck to stop sending copies of the "Pioneer," a paper containing criticism of Lovejoy. Docket is faded.

GLC02448.08

to Henry Knox

Countersigned by Henry Knox. Instructs Knox regarding his conduct (notes that the principles imparted are to remain secret). Indicates that the Government of the United States are determined that their administration of Indian Affairs shall be...

GLC02437.09398

[Voucher for Henley's pay as a clerk in War Department]

Asks James Henry Langier, a clerk in the War Department, to give his pay to Burgess Allison. He is asking for pay for his services as clerk in the War Department from 1-5 July. The total is $7. It is signed at the bottom by Allison stating he...

GLC02437.06004

An account of the livestock brought from Tashkanik for fear of Indians

Copy of item GLC03107.01.00169. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.00170

to Jesse Cochran re: question of Indian allotments, actions of Cherokee Council

Also discusses the desires of the Delawares and Shawnees for allotments and his desire to remove disagreements in policy from the courts.

GLC03098

to Robert Livingston re: sale of the Island at Canastagione

Philip discusses selling the island of Canastagione, and trading operations with Indians. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01145

to Robert Livingston re: request for skins and pelts

Philip asks for skins and pelts, forwards a trunk left at Cousin Livingston's, and expresses fear that Indians are about to attack. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01161

to Robert Livingston

Van Horne writes that a Thomas Cardle has just arrived from London after a 16 year absence, and believes himself to be the rightful owner of one of Livingston's enslaved people. Van Horne therefore warns Livingston to keep a close eye on this...

GLC03107.01553

to R. S. Garnett

Asks for a copy of a letter to Andrew Jackson, as well as a contract. Dated 12 February without a year, but probably written before 1825 as Secretary of War. Recipient's name is difficult to fully read.

GLC02504.06

to Jelles Fonda

Inquires into whether a certain Indian owns a particular piece of land. If the Indian does own it, Butler wants to know if the Indian can sell it, and how much it is worth.

GLC02498.02

[Order to sheriffs, deputies & constables to arrest Asten for murdering Indians]

Signed as Chief Justice of Massachusetts, with the last paragraph in his hand. Orders to find and arrest Daniel Asten and Francis Douglass as "the Perpetrators of the murder and robbery," against certain Indians. In the document Asten's name is...

GLC03002.05

Official copy, permitting Hugh Witt to get land & settle in Texas (in Spanish)

Written in Spanish, signed for Austin by Samuel May Williams. Streeter, Texas 9.

GLC02930

Land deed to John Cooke & Isaac Hughes (cosigned by others) (in Spanish)

One of the earliest surviving documents from San Felipe de Austin. Also signed by the Baron de Bastrop, John Austin and Samuel May Williams. Written in Spanish. Grantee's copy.

GLC02931

Memorandum re: purchase of land by Elijah Roark

GLC02932

New Arkansas & Texas Land Co. grant to Sylvester Davis (cos. Jackson & Curtis)

Numbered 3895. Cosigned by Daniel Jackson and Edward Curtis. Streeter, Texas Rev. 1138.1.

GLC02933

Land grant [1840] to Levi Jones & Edward Hall of 18215 acres on Galveston Island

Certified copy signed by George W. Smyth as Land Office Commissioner.

GLC02939

to Robert Livingston re: potential for a war with the Indians in New England

Graham was in New York "to attend the business of the supreme court." Taking the opportunity to forward the news of new Colonial Governor Hamilton's arrival in New York, Graham also writes of the troubles in New England: "Accordingly they are very...

GLC03107.00559

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began 20 April 1784, and includes charges for "doctoring" Robert, Jr.'s enslaved people. Docketed on verso. Written at the Manor of Livingston.

GLC03107.03544

Herald of freedom. [Vol. 2, no. 44 (December 31, 1836)]

Anti-slavery, Civil War, Lincoln, War of 1812.

GLC08430.02

Black republican and office-holder's journal. [No. 4 (September 1865)]

Racist newssheet from New York, handwritten in dialect ridiculing republicanism, reconstruction and the freed slaves. Referring to President Andrew Johnson's reconstruction policies, states "De party must be up and stirring to head off Johnson's...

GLC08463

Memorial of the senators and representatives elect from the state of California...

Title continues "asking permission of said State into the Union, together with the credentials of said representatives, and a certified copy of the constitution of said State." House of Representatives Misc. No. 44. Plea signed by William Gwin...

GLC08439

Civil war broadsides, posters and prints [Decimalized .01-.12]

GLC08442

to Joseph Gales, Jr. and William W. Seaton

Letter to the publishers of the "Annals of Congress: Debates and Proceedings in the Congress of the United States" regarding his finances. Says he will pay them as soon as the "account for adjustment" he has before the "2nd & 3rd Auditor" is approved...

GLC00496.032

Boston Courier report of the Union Meeting in Faneuil Hall

Speeches and letters condemning John Brown and his raid, and preaching an end to sectionalism. Prints speeches given by Massachusetts governor Levi Lincoln, Edward Everett and Caleb Cushing during a meeting in Boston. Also contains related letters...

GLC00267.209

The life and times of William Lowndes Yancey

GLC00267.217

to R. R. Royal

With autograph address leaf and autograph note signed of James Fannin. Austin discusses his mission to the United States, Andrew Jackson and the threat of War returning. Also, mentions his devotion to Texas.

GLC01157

to Jasper Parish

Williams writes to Parish, an interpreter and Indian agent to the Six Nations, about a proposal to remove the Iroquois tribes of upstate New York to the Old Northwest. Discusses Secretary of War John C. Calhoun's intention to arrange for the move...

GLC00923

Authorizing James Shaw to take certain government supplies in Austin

Signed as chief clerk of the Texas Dept. of State. Also signed by N. C. Hamilton (War) and M. P. Woodhouse (Treasury), for same purpose of getting stationery and other official supplies.

GLC02145.26

to Thomas Ward re: resignation of Winn & Mitchell as clerks due to Archive War

Winn and Mitchell argue that they cannot perform their clerical duties because of the Archives war and because local antagonism "renders their situation unpleasant."

GLC02145.27

2 letters appealing to Thomas Ward for reconciliation before execution

Milroy was to be shot by court martial and sought to reconcile himself to Ward. Both letters (each 2 p. + addr.) were written on the same day, in pencil.

GLC02145.34

to Thomas Ward re: resolution commending Ward as Commissioner of Land Office

Transmitting a resolution passed by convention (not included).

GLC02145.35

to Thomas Ward re: removal of archives from Austin

Whiting, "chairman of the Committee of Safety," was a vigilante supporting Austin

GLC02145.44

to Hart

Marked "Private" at top. Cobb, Governor of Georgia, writes to Hart, possibly a city mayor or official. Notes that he had determined not to appoint more commissioners to Hart's city, but wishes to comply with Hart's request. Discussing politics...

GLC02072

Abstract of the returns of the fifth census, showing the number of free people, the number of slaves...

Title continues "...the federal or representative number, and the aggregate of each county of each state of the United States." 22nd Congress, 1st session, Doc no. 263. Printed by Duff Green, Washington, D.C.

GLC00267.008

Remarks on the slavery question, in a letter to Jonathan Phillips Esq.

Attacks colonizationists like Senator Henry Clay, "who dream of removing slavery by the process of draining it off to another country; a process about as reasonable as that of draining the Atlantic." He also argues that colonization confirms racial...

GLC00267.052

My life in the south.

Biography of Stroyer, an freedman raised on a plantation in South Carolina and freed in 1864 by the Emancipation Proclamation. Stroyer was minister of the African Methodist Episcopal church in Salem. The introduction contains letters of support for...

GLC00267.083

to Jacob Glen

Colonel Johnson sends Lieutenant Colonel Glen commissions (not included) and indicates that the associated fees must be paid. Concludes "I am now Surrounded by a great Many People of all Sorts..." Letter written at Fort Johnson.

GLC01450.287

Court deposition transcript of Cherokee land sale in Tenn. (signed with mark)

Transcript of court deposition, signed by Henderson with her mark. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC07311

To the Cherokee Tribe of Indians East of the Mississippi [circular] [removal]

Printed circular letter. "I have no motive, my friends, to deceive you...circumstances that cannot be controlled, and which are beyond the reach of human laws, render it impossible that you can flourish in the midst of a civilized community. You have...

GLC07377

to brother and sister Adair re: concern for his son Owen

Written while on the run from authorities after Pottawatomie massacre: "Owen (my son) is I trust somewhere on the way from Iowa; but I have a good deal of anxiety about him, as I learn that I was hotly pursued even in Iowa. I can only say that God...

GLC07229

to Aaron D. Stevens

Written on the day Brown was hanged from Charlestown Prison, Virginia, present day West Virginia. Writes in full, "He that is slow to anger; is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit, that he, that taketh a city" Solomon."; with...

GLC07230.01

to his brother and sisters [Decimalized .01- .13]

Group of 13 autograph letters signed of John Brown's associate about abolitionist activities in KA, IA, NM, and Charlestown. Written from various locations, including Charlestown jail awaiting execution for his participation in Harper's Ferry...

GLC07231

Speeches given in Congress re: resolutions of seven state legislatures

Discusses annexation of Texas. Collateral to GLC 567 Adams fragment, a draft of the preface to this compilation of speeches given June 16- July 7 in the House. The fragment was expanded in details on pp. 6-8.

GLC07397

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox he can obtain a Hingham Packet (boat passage) if Knox gives him a few days warning. Recommends Knox obtains a Newport Packet over a Hingham Packet, regardless of the higher price. Notes the Newport Packet comes fully furnished and...

GLC02437.06144

to Richard Taylor re: slavery debate preceding compromise of 1850

"Congress as yet has done but little, but discuss the unfortunate slavery question which is not yet adjusted and it is quite uncertain when it will be...."

GLC07643

to Henry Sherburne re: Treaty with the Chickasaw Nation

"Funds have been transmitted you to carry into effect the treaty with the Chickasaw Nation of the 30th of December 1815, and also for the payment of the annuity due them under that treaty for 1817...." Sherburne, a Rhode Island native, was...

GLC07644

To: Augustus E. Silliman.

Regarding threats to the government, including slavery: "The dangers to the duration of our Government are all within control of the people. We have nothing to fear from without upcoming elections, which magnify differences."

GLC07960

Journal of Choctaw Treaty of Doak's Stand with Jackson's accounts of treaty

Signed twice.

GLC07562.02

to Lancelot Minor re: judgment on lawsuit

To be "levied on the negroes here". Overwritten in parts. Minor is at "Louisa"Written in Monticello

GLC07511

to [Johnston Livingston] re: reflections on his trip to Savannah

Crawfurd writes that despite the oppressive climate, he enjoyed his trip to Savannah, where he stayed with Johnston's sister Sarah Minis. He remarks on various customs peculiar to the south, such as slavery.

GLC03107.04144

Columbian centinel & Massachusetts federalist. [Vol. 41, no. 43 (July 25, 1804)]

Includes an article reviewing Thomas Jefferson's administration and another denouncing Albert Gallatin, Secretary of the Treasury. Has coverage of the 11 July 1804 Aaron Burr-Alexander Hamilton duel on pages 1 and 2. Other articles detail local...

GLC08864

Invasion at Harper's Ferry

Congressional report on John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry. Report investigated the plans and motives of the raiders, and concluded no legislation should be made to try prevent similar occurrences in the future. Includes a "Journal" of the Committee...

GLC08581.04

Six manumission documents for slaves [Decimalized .01-.06]

All from St. Louis County, Missouri.

GLC08564

Herald, a gazette for the country. [Vol. 1, no. 72 (February 7, 1795)]

includes a printed treaty with Cherokee Indians.

GLC08622

Treaty between the United States of America and the Ottawa Indians of Blanchard's Fork and Roche De Boeuf.

Certifies that the Ottawa Indians of Blanchard's Fork and Roche De Boeuf in Franklin County, Kansas, will dissolve as a tribe within five years from the ratification of this treaty and will become citizens of the United States. Lists the articles of...

GLC08531

[Receipt for the sale of three slaves]

Receipt for the sale of three slaves named Dolly, Sally and Martha, for the price of $475 in cash. Sold to Joseph Nuckold [?]. Signature illegible.

GLC08543

Pardon of R.S. Redmond (c/s Tobias Allen)

Redmond was convicted of horse-stealing. No reason is given for his pardon. Countersigned by Allen as acting Secretary of State.

GLC01860.04

[Land grant for 64 acres on Galveston Island to Thomas Jefferson Chambers]

Printed document signed by Mirabeau N, Lamar as President of the Republic of Texas and countersigned by John P. Borden as Commissioner General of the Land Grant Office. Docketed on verso by recording clerk.

GLC01860.01

Agreement re: selling land to McDonald & authorizing families to settle there

Also signed by Hugh McDonald. The land was along the Colorado River.

GLC01877

[Land sale agreement between William and Charles Gardiner and Richard Van Dyke]

Also signed by William Gardiner and Charles Gardiner. Mentions eight Iroquois for whom Van Dyke was making the transaction. The Indians names were Lieutenant Colonel Lewis Atayataghroughta, Captain James Wakarontharane, Captain Honyere...

GLC01608

[Appointment of Gilbert Witham, Captain, Co. M, 1st Cavalry, California Volunteers]

Partially printed document signed by Stanford as Governor of California and countersigned by California Secretary of State William H. Weeks, Adjutant General William Kibbe, and Deputy A.A.H. Tuttle. Sealed with the Great Seal of California (with bear...

GLC01620

to Thomas B. Pugh

Douglass refuses to speak at the Philadelphia Academy of Music because of its discriminatory policies towards African Americans. The letter escalates into a barrage of criticism against the Academy and Philadelphia the "City of Brotherly Love", which...

GLC01954

to James A. Briggs

Ohio Senator Corwin informs Briggs that he showed Mr. W. an article in the Cleveland, Ohio newspaper, The Plain Dealer. Refers to an enclosed note from Mr. W. (not included). Informs Briggs that debate regarding the "3 Million Appropriation Bill"...

GLC02505.11