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Journal of Livingston's voyage to England [in Dutch]

Docket reads: "Journall of our Voyage to England in the Charity who Lost her Rudder and was gone ashore in Portugall." English language translation by A.J.F. van Laer available at Pierpont Morgan Library.

GLC03107.00240

[Account of artillery stores released to James Boyd]

Signed by Wray as Commissary to the Royal Artillery. Boyd is described as "Matross in the Royal Regiment of Artillery. Indicates that the supplies lists were for "the New Work on Hadress Point."

GLC01450.156

[Appointment of James Mackinson to First Lieutenant] [Fragment]

Partially printed document appointing James Mackinson a first Lieutenant. Attested by Charles Thomson as secretary. The top of the document, which contained Mackinson's name, has been lost. The name is found on the docket.

GLC02437.00529

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for Captain Jackson]

Colonel Crane recommends Jackson for a leave of absence until 1 May 1783. In a post script, recommends Jackson for furlough until 15 April if 1 May is unacceptable. Directs his recommendation to Major General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.09651

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for James Wheland]

Carleton, Lieutenant Commander of the Invalid Regiment, recommends Wheland for a thirty day furlough so he may spend time with his wife, who is sick. Directs his recommendation to Major Doughty (possibly John Doughty).

GLC02437.09558

The address of the Hon. Abraham Lincoln [Cooper Institute address]

Disbound. First edition but third printing of remarks. Annotated by Cephas Brainerd and Charles C. Nott. Not in Sabin but related to B41160. Known as the Cooper Union (Cooper Institute) address. This speech in New York was instrumental in...

GLC00533

[Marriage Certificate of Dr. David Norwood and Elizabeth Tarbell]

Also signed by Stephen Needham, who notes that the marriage was recorded in the Danvers town records. Parsons, a Justice of the Peace for Essex County, Massachusetts, solemnized the union.

GLC02450.15

Seated view of 17th President, facing right

Ink inscription on verso "Andrew Johnson President of the United States May 6th 1865." Photographers imprint on verso: "Gardner, Photographer, 511 Seventh street and 332 Penna. Avenue. Published by Philp & Solomons, Washington, D.C."

GLC05111.02.0164

to Abraham Lincoln re: relieving Hooker of Duty

"The request was possibly attributable to Gen. Hooker's persuasion that he could not rely on cordial cooperation from General Halleck...You will readily understand what distrust this conflict of orders might give rise to."

GLC07711

Account of William Trafford with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began on 15 January 1776, and shows that Trafford purchased cornel, wheat, flour, and other provisions from Robert, Jr.; and in turn performed labor at Ancram. Written at the Manor of Livingston.

GLC03107.03339

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sale of wheat

Robert Cambridge informs his father of the price he received for some wheat, and also notes that there is no good cheese at the moment, but he expects some daily. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03072

[Photograph of a Black woman and child at a beach]

One undated black and white photograph a Black woman holding a child in the ocean water. Image is of the woman and child, wearing swim caps, sitting in the water. A pier is visible in the background.

GLC09724.06

[Remains of violets from Charles Sumner's funeral service]

In folded paper with note: "Violets from the coffin of the Hon. Chas. Sumner, March 13/74 deceased Mar 11. 74. [10]. m. to 3 pm." Violets are no longer intact; only brittle pieces remain.

GLC02095.36

Speech of Gerrit Smith in the Kansas meeting, at the capitol in Albany, March 13th 1856.

At the Capitol in Albany. Criticizes Missouri aid societies that offer large bounties to proslavery inhabitants of Kansas. Deplores the allowance of slavery in Missouri, referring to the Missouri Compromise as liberty bargaining with slavery. Also...

GLC04717.25

[Telegram announcing the surrender of Fort Sumter, South Carolina]

Possibly transmitted for publication in the New York Times. Referring to General Robert Anderson, Commander of Fort Sumter, the telegram states "Fort Sumter has hoisted The White Flag. Anderson is coming up to the City." Written on stationery of...

GLC01867.02

One man sitting at the bottom of a hill

The image shows one man sitting at the bottom of a hill with a stick in his hands. He is next to what appears to be wooden fortifications. Inscription on verso: "Gardner." Numeric notation on verso: "1080."

GLC05111.01.1091

Copy of a bond between Livingston and Richard Blackham

Livingston's bond with Richard Blackham regarding the Adventure Galley, the ship captained by William Kidd, for one fifteenth share of the profits gained. P.2 contains a note by Livingston to Mr. Douglas from 13 May 1716.

GLC03107.00336

Account of John Williams with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began 21 December 1782. Williams purchased salt, sugar, and other goods from Robert, Jr., who in turn owed Williams wages for carpentry services. Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03469

Proclamation to the people of the Philippine Islands

Title continued: "The Treaty of Peace between the United States and Spain, ratified several weeks ago by the former, having on March 20th been ratified by the latter, the cession to the United States...."

GLC02134

[Notes on taxation and establishment of churches in Massachusetts]

Notes outlining his arguments against the practices of taxation and appropriation of public monies to fund construction of meeting houses and payment of teachers for denominational majorities. Cites the state constitution and its Bill of Rights. In...

GLC07160.06

[Two drafts of letters to railroad retirement board]

Draft of two letters from Cordelia to the gentlemen of the railroad retirement board saying that before being called into the armed forces her son, LeRoi Williams was a student at the Hampton Institute. She writes that he volunteered for the air...

GLC09587.308

[Collection of George and Bart Brigham] [Decimalized .01-.08]

Letters are from George Brigham and H. B. Brigham to their sister Lucretia. With a hand-drawn "Plan of the Battle of Fredericksburg, VA."

GLC03607

"Proposition made by the Sakemaker of the Sinekes"

The Senecas inform the English that they have kept their promise to travel around, rather than through, Virginia and Maryland. They also assure the English of their intentions to keep peace with them. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01942

[Pen and ink drawing of General James Wilkinson]

Folk art sketched portrait of Wilkinson's head and shoulders in uniform. Written underneath, "Great Willkison (sic) command Our Arms, When Missippi (sic) rolls - Nor need we fear dread Wars Alarms, While he, Our flag staff holds!!!"

GLC04601.15

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for John Holden]

Carleton, commanding a company in the Invalid Regiment, recommends Holden for a fifteen day leave of absence. Directs his recommendation to Major General Henry Knox. Also appears to be signed by Captain [E. Wills?]. Written at Constitution Island

GLC02437.09679

Journal of a cruise in the U.S.S. Isonomia, no. II

No. I and II cover the record of the blockade ship Isonomia from the beginning of its service off Wilmington SC in August 1864 to 25 December 1864 when Simpson released command of the vessel. Calf covers.

[24 November] "…a seaman by the name of...

GLC05911.06.02

Pay order for $15 on Bank of United States

GLC04842.14

[List of officers appointed under General Henry Jackson]

Date added later in pencil. List of officers appointed under General Henry Jackson. Officers are sorted by rank, and include Majors William Hull, William North, and E. [possibly Elnathan] Haskell, as well as William Eustis as Surgeon.

GLC02437.03404

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: charge of trespass

Bay writes that the Renselaer family has charged some individuals with trespass, and that the defendents hold these lands under the Manor of Livingston. He asks Robert, Jr. for clarification on the issue. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03486

to Nathanael Greene re: supporting the Society of Cincinnati

The Society is designed to counter the "Temper of the New England States," and prepare it for the "decision of the weighty matters which may be brought on." (Small losses affecting text at center right fold.)

GLC07278

Portrait photo of Phillip Henry Sheridan [cabinet card]

The image shows a close-up profile of an aged General Sheridan, looking to his right. Inscription on recto: "C. M. Bell Washington, D.C." Inscription on verso: "C.M. Bell 459, 461, 463 & 465 Pennsylvania Ave. Washington, D.C. Negatives Preserved."

GLC05111.01.1343

Portrait photo of N. P. Willis [cabinet card]

Portrait of N. P. Willis seated with a cane and looking directly at the camera. Inscription on recto: "Rockwood 17 Union Square (West) N.Y." Inscriptions on verso: "N. P. Willis" and "Rockwood Photographer 17 Union Square (West) N.Y. 1890."

GLC05111.01.1335

to John Sacketts re: expectation of his surveyor

Philip writes that he has sent for his surveyor, who will not arrive for another week. He therefore suggests that Sacketts begin work on the "Random line" and save the survey of the Manor until the surveyor arrives.

GLC03107.02479

to Robert Livingston re: news of Samuel Vetch

Bayard writes that he heard news that Samuel Vetch kissed the King's hand, and "was Coming over their Governour." He also mentions that Tunis Quick was taken into custody for the sin of sodom. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01661

to Robert Livingston re: news of their sloop

Gilbert writes to say that their sloop is safe but headed for the Jerseys. He also mentions the current price of flour, and states his desire to "make an end" with his father's debtors. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01062

to William Lyttelton re: command of British fleet in North America

GLC07890

[Deed of land sale signed by Nottoway Chiefs]

Nottoway Chiefs Sam, Scholar, Skipper, Will, Turner, Step, Gray, Taylor, and Edmunds sign a deed selling Virginia land to Charles Simmons. Wood, Williams and Briggs sign as witnesses. Features paper and wax seals next to each of nine signers' names.

GLC04375

[Indictment of Samuel Tate for damning Continental money]

Endorsed by Sevier on verso and signed by Edward Dunlap as the state's attorney on the front. North Carolina authorities bring charges against Tate for exclaiming "Damn this money it has ruined me and I will have none of it."

GLC01422

Regiment lined up in front of brick building

Graphite inscription "Photo by Cole an Sellers." A large group of soldiers outside a brick building. "Gasworks Feneibles Co. A. 1861" in center and "Phila. Gas Works, Point Breeze" on one side. "10/05/1861 Co. A. City Gas Works Feneibles."

GLC05137.213

[Map of March route from All Souls Church]

One map of march route from All Souls Church to the Lincoln Memorial. Advises bus route to take and transfer. Legend indicates that march would be taking place on Constitution Ave and Independence Ave arriving at the Lincoln Memorial.

GLC09732.05

Rear view of cannon inside fortifications overlooking waterway

The image shows a rear view of a cannon inside fortifications overlooking a waterway. A man in civilian clothes stands to the side. A bucket is on the side in the foreground. Inscription on verso: "Gardner." Numeric notations on verso: "M-5-309" "43...

GLC05111.01.1166

Salt print of Stephen A. Douglas. [1860 ca.]

Half-length portrait by Richards with his label pasted on verso. The image is not dark and there is discoloration from liquid drops, possibly ink or paint, speckled irregularly over the image. Other speckles may be the result of chemical reaction.

GLC05111.01.0286

[Sketchbook of miscellaneous drawings] [word processed inventory available]

Includes seven pencil and watercolor sketches. None are identified and all are in different stages of completion. Images include two mountain scenes, a battle scene, a courthouse, soldiers with a cannon, an unidentified town, and infantry on parade...

GLC02670.02

to Robert Livingston re: falling prices of provisions

Schuyler informs Livingston that Hugh Saills will pay him a visit in order to tell him what has happened to his sloop. Schuyler also mentions that the prices of provisions have fallen, and that Livingston's bellows remain unsold. Docketed on address...

GLC03107.01057

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for Joseph Bond]

Colonel Nicola indicates that one of his men, who left on furlough in 1782, has not returned, and was mustered as a deserter. Notes that the deserter's absence leaves an opening for another man to go on furlough, and recommends Bond.

GLC02437.09667

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for Lieutenant Morefield]

Colonel Johnson recommends Lieutenant [Morefield?] for a sixty day leave of absence. Notes that Morefield commands a company in the Second Connecticut Regiment, commanded by Captain David Humphreys, George Washington's aide-de-camp. Directed to...

GLC02437.09575

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for Ensign Cleaveland]

Written at "Camp High," possibly close to Highlands, or Camp Highlands, New York. Lieutenant Colonel Johnson writes that Captain Potter has agreed to a leave of absence until 15 February 1783 for Cleaveland. Directed to Major General Knox at West...

GLC02437.09571

Departure of the Pilgrim Fathers from Delft Haven.

One engraving entitled "Departure of the Pilgrim Fathers From Delf Haven" circa 1850-1860. Depicts the pilgrims who landed at Plymouth on the Mayflower in December 1620, leaving Delft Haven, Holland. Engraved after the original painting by Charles W...

GLC08878.0004

Portrait photo of General Alexander Shaler [cabinet card]

The image shows General Alexander Shaler leaning on his sword, looking to his right of the camera. Inscription on recto: "Gurney & Son. Fifth Ave. N.Y." Inscriptions on verso: "Gen. Shater [sic] Alexander Shaler" and "Gurney Fifth Avenue, Cor. 16th...

GLC05111.01.1329

The miscellaneous works of William Hazlitt. Vol I.

Signed by Mosby, also signed by Eppa Hunton. Mosby's signature is partly crossed out. The book is a collection of essays written by Hazlitt. Mosby sold his Warrenton, Virginia Library when appointed United States Consul to Hong Kong in 1878...

GLC03072

to Robert Livingston re: engagement of John Livingston

Margaret writes to express her strong disdain for the marriage of John Livingston to Elizabeth Knight. She believes that it is too soon for John to remarry, and suspects that Elizabeth began planning the marriage before Mary passed away. Docketed...

GLC03107.01015

[First day issue stamp of Booker T. Washington]

First day issue envelope with stamp from the "Famous Americans Series." Both stamp and envelope feature the printed likeness of Booker T. Washington. Envelope cancelled at Tuskegee on 7 April 1940. Sent to Alice J. Cutright Kaine from Portia...

GLC05508.255.03

[Legal document outlining sale of shares in a ship]

James Brown is selling and conveying his shares in the captured ship "Ginney" (probably a prize of privateers) to Captain Ephrem Perkins. Document says "Ginney" was taken by the schooners "Boston Revenge" and "Generell Warde." Brown received 12...

GLC01450.185.01

[Joseph Chew's discussion of a letter from Benedict Arnold]

The note, signed by Chew, explains how the accompanying letter (no longer present) was kept undercover, "This Letter was delivered as a Blank Sheet of Paper put over one or two newspapers - which by wetting with a Proper Composition made it Legible."...

GLC05533.02

to dear friends, care of Mary M. Bogart

Writes to his friends asking them to write him. Tells them that he needs a "friendely letter to chear us on to victory and death for some die here for the dead volly sounds pretty often and it is lonely not to hear from reletives to dround trouble...

GLC03523.11.13

Commerce of the Prairies. Or the journal of a Santa Fe trader, during eight expeditions across the Great Western Praries, and a residence of nearly nine years in Northern Mexico.

Signed by James William Abert, an army officer and explorer. Published by Henry G. Langley. Includes two folding maps. Discusses New Mexico geography and history, Santa Fe trade, and travel to and within Northern Mexico.

GLC04146

Account of goods left in the hands of John Meals at Augusta in Goergia, by the late commissioners of the United States for treating with the southern Indians

Lists goods and supplies by account number. Includes items such as rum, kettles, calico, linen, etc.

GLC02437.04380

An Epitome of Practical Surgery, for Field and Hospital

Written by Warren as Surgeon General of North Carolina. He was formerly a Professor at University of Maryland. Published by West & Johnson at 145 Main Street, Richmond, Virginia. First edition copy (misspelled "Frist Edition" on the cover page)...

GLC05987.48

Speech of... [House Divided speech] [first separate printing, unique variant]

Apparently an unrecorded variant of the first separate printing by O. P. Bassett. The two other recorded copies have an imprint reading the "True Republican Office" with "Printer" abbreviated to "Pr."; the GLC copy omits the word "True" in the...

GLC04957

Ambrotype full length view of soldier holding gun

View of a soldier in full uniform, including a foraging cap and a rifle with a mounted bayonet. Military buttons and emblems painted gold. Ruby glass. CASE: Union case featuring Union shield, flags and arms surrounded by acanthus. (See Clifford...

GLC05131.11

[James Meredith walking on University of Mississippi campus]

One telephoto taken by United Press International dated January 7, 1963. Image is of James Meredith on campus steps surrounded by white students and reporters. Wire transfer information states that Meredith said that he would not continue attending...

GLC09824.04

Ruins of Old Brick Church at Hampton, Virginia [stereoview]

Identical to image #895. Inscription on verso: "Ruins of Old Brick Church Hampton Va." Numeric notation on verso: "131."

GLC05111.01.0896

Portrait photo of General Fitzhugh Lee CSA [cabinet card]

The image shows Confederate General Fitzhugh Lee with a long beard, and wearing a sash and epaulettes. He is looking to his right of the camera. Inscription on recto: "C.M. Bell, Washington, D.C." Inscription on verso: "Gov. Fitz H. Lee" and "Va."

GLC05111.01.1356

[Return of rations issued to thirty-one prisoners]

Covers five days. Includes information for some regiments from Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maryland, and New York. Signed by Shaw as aide-de-camp to General Henry Knox, commander at West Point. Also signed by Captain Richard Douglass. Sergeant...

GLC02437.10085

[Pardon of John Bladen for assault and battery].

Cosigned by Robert Smith. Bladen was convicted of assault and battery. He was sentenced to 1 month imprisonment and to pay a $100 fine and court costs. Pardoned after serving out his prison sentence because he was unable to pay the resulting fine...

GLC00173.01

[Military convention for the provisional suspension of hostilities]

Order No. 18, ratified by William Orlando Butler as Major General Commanding on March 5,1848. Signed by Adjutant Irvin McDowell. Orders a suspension of hostilities following seventeen articles by the Military Convention. The Convention provisions...

GLC02561

[Estimates of camp & garrison equipage for 10,000 men]

List of estimated costs of equipment for 7,500 Infantry, 1,500 Cavalry, and 1000 Artillery according to United States standards. Not in Semmes's hand but with additions by him. Includes items such as knapsacks, bedsacks, hatchets, camp kettles...

GLC00508.08

Ruins of a blockade runner, Morris Island, SC [split stereocard]

Image shows the machinery in ruins of a destroyed blockade runner. Numeric notation on image: "3504." Inscription on image: "The War For The Union." Numeric notation on verso: "368." Inscription on verso: "4-169 Dup," "War V [cut off],"...

GLC05111.01.1170

Photograph album of British General Sir Charles Hastings Doyle

General U. S. Grant and the Army of the Potomac at Cold Harbor and City Point in 1864. Album of Large photographs all taken in the field by Mathew Brady's studio. The album was assembled by British General Sir Charles Hastings Doyle, who was sent...

GLC06740

Officers of 1st Connecticut at Fort Darling

Same as #1014 and #1015. The image shows approximately 9 Union officers seated in a semi-circle, behind a fence and near a wooden cabin. Inscription on verso: Officer of 1st Conn H.A. at Fort Darling James Riv Apr 65[?] t1." Numeric notations on...

GLC05111.01.1013

Vignette Bust Portrait of Pall bearer for Lincoln

Ink signature on recto "Reverdy Johnson." Imprint on recto "Brady New York." Graphite inscription on verso "**Book," "Reverdy Johnson of Md. Pall Bearer for Pres. Lincoln, Apr. 19, 1865." Photographers imprint on verso "Brady's National Photograpic...

GLC05111.02.0046b

Vignette Bust Portrait of Pall bearer for Lincoln

Ink signature on recto "L.F.S. Foster Conn." Imprint on recto "Brady Washington." Graphite inscription on verso "**Book," "Senator Foster of Conn. Pall Bearer for Pres. Lincoln, Apr. 19, 1865." Photographers imprint on verso "Brady's National...

GLC05111.02.0046c

Battle of Mill Spring, Ky. Jan 19th 1862

Hand colored lithograph published by Currier & Ives at 152 Nassau Street, New York. Print is mounted. Caption beneath the title reads: "Terrific bayonet charge of the 9th Ohio Volunteers (Col. McCook) and total defeat of the Rebel under Genl...

GLC02881.04

Group of 7 sailors from the U.S.S. "Viking" [tintype]

The sailors pose with an American flag and another flag. Six of the men wear dark uniforms with white trim and large stars on the collars. The seventh man, standing between the two flags, wears a light shirt with dark pants. His shirt has white...

GLC05111.01.0499

to Robert Livingston re: christening of Gilbert's child

Gilbert explains that he and his wife have not yet christened their child, as they are waiting for Robert and the rest of the family to arrive, which has been delayed due to weather. He also mentions that the child seems sickly, which makes them...

GLC03107.01003

to Robert Livingston re: slow trade and a shortage of money

Philip urges his father to procure a pass to go to Canada where he may make some money, and asks that his father to help him financially by sending him one or two enslaved people, and paying some of his debt. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00970

to Alida Livingston re: note of deepest respect

Vetch writes his mother in law, Alida, that he shall always have her in his thoughts, and that he will soon depart on another voyage. He hopes that Alida will look after his wife Margaret in his absence, and also forwards some effects of a voyage he...

GLC03107.02178

to Robert Livingston re: trial of John Taylo

Robert Jr. explains how Peter Vroman has asked him to assist with putting John Taylor on trial for the crime of trespassing Mr. Vroman's orchard. Robert expresses some apprehension about the job, and asks his father to make contacts and procure...

GLC03107.00864

The Battle of Antietam, Md. September 17th 1862

Color print depicts Union Army "utterly routing" Confederates at Antietam. Caption under title reads: "This splendid victory was achieved by the "Army of the Potomac," commanded by their Great General, Geo. B. McClellan, over the Rebel Army under Lee...

GLC02881.31

Address of John Brown to the Virginia Court, when about to receive the sentence of death, for his heroic attempt at Harper's Ferry...

Small broadside with lithograph signature of Brown produced by the Liberator, reprinting his address to the Virginia Court before sentencing. Brown denies wanting to murder or cause an uprising. He argues that his raid on Harper's Ferry was just...

GLC05508.051

[Appointment of John J. Pershing to Major General]

Commission to begin on September 25, 1916. Countersigned by Secretary of War Newton D. Baker. Stamp indicating receipt by the Adjutant General's office dated 6 January 1917 and signed by H.P. Milam as Adjutant General. Dated when Pershing commanded...

GLC04460

[Promotion of Henry Eugene Davies to Major General]

Official document promoting Davies, signed by President Lincoln and countersigned by Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton. Partially printed from an engraving, with blanks filled in by hand. Features two detailed patriotic scenes and a blue paper seal...

GLC03113

War of 1812 documents and correspondence including muster rolls

Correspondence of the Flitner family (1850s) and a single letter concerning the Union blockade off the North Carolina coast.

GLC02669.02

Officers of Saint Andrew's Society, Washington, D.C., 1865.

One group portrait entitled, "Officers of the St. Andrew Society," photographed by Alexander Gardner dated 1865. The men photographed are, from left to right: Joseph P. Wilson, Alexander Gardner, WM. R. Smith, Fred B. McGuire, T. W. Spence, David...

GLC04186

Capture of Roanoke Island, Feby. 8th 1862

Hand colored lithograph published by Currier & Ives at 152 Nassau Street, New York. Caption under title reads: "By the Federal Forces, under command of Genl. Ambrose E. Burnside, and Gunboats under Commodore L.M. Goldsborough." Shows Union soldiers...

GLC02881.30

"Invoyce of 13 Bales 3 Trunks & 3 Cases Containing merchandise . . .

. . . shipped by James Douglas mercht in London On Board the Dove JohnWilde Master bound for New York." Both James Douglas and Robert Livingston were responsible for shipping the goods, however, Douglas appears to have drawn up the document....

GLC03107.00792

to Robert Livingston re: warning of Governor Nicholson

Vetch writes to warn Livingston of Nicolson's hostility toward Livingston and Governor Hunter, and also explains his own conflicts with the man. Vetch also indicates that Nicolson is not interested in sorting out Livingston's account with the...

GLC03107.01045

Herald Extra. Farewell Address of General Joseph E. Johnston.

Reprints Johnston's farewell to the troops of the Army of Tennessee following his surrender to Union General William T. Sherman. Advises his troops to obey the surrender terms. Thanks the men for their devotion and wishes them prosperity and...

GLC02220.04

Pardon of former Confederate naval pirate, John N. Maffit

Countersigned by William H. Seward. Accompanied by a Certification of Maffit's oath taking

GLC06737

Portrait vignette of Zebulon B. Vance CSA [cabinet card]

The image shows a close-up vignette of Zebulon B. Vance. He is wearing a civilian suit and is looking directly at the camera. Inscriptions on recto: "Hon Zebulon B. Vance N.C." and "C.M. Bell, Washington, D.C." Inscription on verso: "C.M. Bell Artist...

GLC05111.01.1377

Ambulance Wagons on the Battle-Field of Bull Run

E. & H. T. Anthony.

GLC05137.008

[List of farm animals, farm supplies, and destroyed crops]

States "United States of America to Savanah Billingsley & Livingston Brien." Possibly a list of items lost or damaged during military looting, possibly a supply inventory or request. Lists corn, fodder, cattle, sheep, bacon, and other items....

GLC08578

[montage of lawmakers who voted for the 13th Amendment]

montage of lawmakers who voted for the 13th Amendment, George May Powell.

GLC00687.053

Observations on the nature and use of paper credit

Includes proposals for a national bank. Ex-libris stamps.

GLC07038

[John Lovett account book of ships and prizes]

Documents the name, sailing date, and captain of ships and schooners, and details the goods these ships brought back to Lovett. Lovett was a ship merchant and captain in Beverly, Massachusetts. During the Revolutionary War privateering ships...

GLC01450.006.01

[Checks from the First National Bank of Florida]

All checks are signed by Spinner. Dates, corresponding recipients, and corresponding amounts are as follows: 4 June 1880 for $500.00 (contains a docket also signed by Spinner); 1 July 1880 for $30 to Anna [Aspen?]; 10 September 1881 for $25 to...

GLC03410.03.05

Hon. Abraham Lincoln, President of the United States

Photograph taken February 1865. President Lincoln is wearing a dark coat, vest, bowtie, and white shirt. Printed on the verso of the card: "prominent portraits no. 2969" Published by E. & H.T. Anthony & Co., American and Foreign Stereoscopic...

GLC07734

[Bond on the estate of John M. Bingley].

Signed by Jane Bingley and Thomas J. Nance as co-administrators, and John T. Stuart and Lincoln as legal counsel. Bingley and Nance give bond for 2000 dollars as administrators of John M. Bingley's estate, who died in Morgan County on December 4...

GLC05807

A bill to provide for the establishment of a bureau for Special and Secret Services

GLC06745.154

to James Madison re: withdrawal of British troops, Loyalist situation

The letter discusses withdrawal of British troops, the Loyalist situation, recovery of runaway slave, military rumors, Canada, New York, New Jersey, and the treatment of American Loyalists.

GLC00099.097