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[Photograph of Japanese-American girl next to a lemon tree]

One undated black-and-white photograph of a Japanese-American girl pictured next to a lemon tree.

GLC09860.159

[Photograph of Japanese-American man by trees and shrubs]

One undated black-and-white photograph of a Japanese-American man standing by trees and shrubs.

GLC09860.434

[Photograph of Japanese-American girls under an orange tree]

One undated black-and-white photograph of Japanese-American girls sitting under an orange tree.

GLC09860.463

[Photograph of Japanese-American men with a Ford model vehicle]

One undated black-and-white photograph of two Japanese-American men with a Ford model vehicle.

GLC09860.585

[Photograph of a car garage at theTuskegee Army Air Field]

One undated black-and-white photograph of a car garage at the Tuskegee Army Air Field.

GLC09645.067

Portrait photo of Honorable Lucius Q.C. Lamar CSA [cabinet card]

The image shows Lucius Q. C. Lamar seated. He is wearing a judge's robe and is looking to his right of the camera. Inscription on recto: "C.M. Bell 465 Penn Ave. Washington, D.C." Inscription on verso: "Hon. Lucius Q. C. Lamar."

GLC05111.01.1378

History of the sixtieth regiment New York State volunteers

Full title is: "History of the Sixtieth Regiment New York state volunteers, From the Commencement of its Organization in July, 1861, to its Public Reception at Ogdensburgh as a Veteran Command, January 7th, 1864." Written by Eddy, the chaplain of...

GLC00267.295

Proclamation by Andrew Jackson, President of the United States.

Proclamation attacks the South Carolina Convention that passed the nullification ordinance. Denounces nullification as treason and rebellion, and warns the people of South Carolina to obey the laws. Jackson declares that "the power to annul a law...

GLC01863

[Resolution regarding distribution of lands in the Waldo patent]

Appointing a surveyor to settle a dispute over lands within the Waldo patent. Some of the lands recently granted to Waldo's heirs were withing the holding of the Plymouth company, and this overlap must be resolved. Also signed by Samuel Phillips...

GLC02437.09265

to Philip Livingston re: shipment of bad beaver furs

DeLancey writes that the beaver furs Philip sent him were underweight and of poor quality, and notes that he thought Philip knew better than to select such poor specimins. He states that Philip's credit is well settled, so that he may command of...

GLC03107.02400

[Provision return for Captain Thomas Patten's company of artificers]

Also signed by Captain Patten. Lists captains, amount of rations, and number days receiving rations. Shaw signs as aide-de-camp to Henry Knox at West Point. Patten signs a note on verso listing absentees. Verso also contains a note written by...

GLC02437.10090

Battle of Chancellorsville--Gen. Sickles' Division Covering the Retreat

One engraving entitled "Battle of Chancellorsville-Gen Sickles' Division Covering the Retreat" dated 1864. Depicts General Daniel Edgar Sickles covering the retreat during the Battle of Chancellorsville, April 30-May 6, 1863. Atop a hill, Union...

GLC08878.0150

[James Meredith blocked from entering the University of Mississippi]

One telephoto taken by United Press International dated September 26, 1962. Image is of James Meredith attempting to pass through Mississippi state troopers and police officers who were blocking him from entering the University of Mississippi. Wire...

GLC09824.01

to the Presidency and High Council of Weber Stake

Turning over the cases of Taylor and Benson. Fellowship has been withdrawn from both these individuals.

GLC05756.128

Property Return Acknowledgement for the month of November, 1864.

For Leander Williston. When examined, it will be sent to the Third Auditor of the Treasury.

GLC02198.09

Property Return Acknowledgement for the month of January, 1865.

For Leander Williston. When examined, it will be sent to the Third Auditor of the Treasury.

GLC02198.10

[invoice of equipage issued to Captain Ethan A. Jenks]

invoice of equipage issued to Captain Ethan A. Jenks. 10 February 1865 Written at Fort Sedgwick

GLC02750.103

[invoice of clothing issued to Captain Ethan A. Jenks]

invoice of clothing issued to Captain Ethan A. Jenks. 10 March 1865 Written at Fort Sedgwick

GLC02750.104

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for Corporal John Heath]

Captain O'Reily recommends Heath for a leave of absence for twenty days. Written at Constitution Island.

GLC02437.09659

[Cabinet photograph of Theodore Roosevelt in Rough Rider uniform]

Three-quarter length photogravure portrait of Roosevelt in "Rough Rider" uniform, with hat, gloves, and glasses.

GLC01681

to Governor of Havana re: British forces in Georgia

Rutledge asks Spanish Governor of Havana: "To concoct a plan for reducing the British force in Georgia."

GLC07497

to Martha Bradstreet re: current legal situation of Bradstreet

Opinions on war in Europe against Naples and Spain told via allegory of turkeys and ducks.

GLC07712

[Photograph of two Japanese-American men with an infant]

One undated black-and-white photograph of two Japanese-American men posed with an infant outside.

GLC09860.055

[Photograph of Japanese-American children swimming in Russian River]

One undated black-and-white photograph of Japanese-American children swimming. (similar to GLC09860.080)

GLC09860.081

[Photograph of Japanese-American woman holding an infant boy]

One undated black-and-white photograph of Japanese-American woman holding an infant boy in a doorway.

GLC09860.091

[Photograph of Japanese-American men and children at a pond]

One undated black-and-white photograph of a Japanese-American men and children at a pond in a park.

GLC09860.567

[Photograph of Japanese-American women and children at a picnic]

One undated black-and-white photograph of Japanese-American women and children having a picnic in a field.

GLC09860.637

re: Livingston's disagreement with Capt Symes of the Charity

The document outlines Livingston's reasons for refusing to pay Captain Symes of the Charity 12 pounds for the journey. Livingston claims that Symes breached their contract by reason that the voyage was unpleasant, and Symes failed to deliver...

GLC03107.00296

[Resolution regarding distribution of lands in the Waldo patent]

Appointing a surveyor to settle a dispute over lands within the Waldo patent. Some of the lands recently granted to Waldo's heirs were withing the holding of the Plymouth company, and this overlap must be resolved. Also signed by Samuel Phillips...

GLC02437.09264

Rear view of Frame House in Fair Oaks, Virginia

View of the frame house used as a headquarters at Fair Oaks, as seen from the camp of the soldiers. Several soldiers are seen outside their tents, while many more are leaning up against the frame house in the background. Inscription on verso: "Old...

GLC05111.01.0879

Tri-weekly telegraph [bombardment of Vicksburg, T.J. Jackson's Valley campaign]

GLC08732

[Minutes of Bishop's Court Meeting . . . Bishop B. White, presiding]

Finding Benson and Taylor guilty of apostasy, disfellowing them and referring the matter to the High Council.

GLC05756.131

Lease of land in Dutchess County to Jacob Slaughter

The document outlines the length and terms of the lease between Robert Livingston, Jr. and Jacob Slaughter.

GLC03107.02723

Invoice of goods shipped with John Trevit to Carolina

An invoice of various sundry items to be shipped from Albany to "Caralina" aboard the Sloop Mary.

GLC03107.00298

to Robert Livingston re: rumor of his sister's death

Robert denies the rumor of his sister's death, and reports that the French have landed in Surinam.

GLC03107.00948

[Photograph of two Japanese-American girls at the beach]

One undated black-and-white photograph of two Japanese-American girls standing on a sandbar holding sand pails.

GLC09860.050

[Photograph of Japanese-American man holding an infant boy]

One undated black-and-white photograph of Japanese-American man crouching down to hold an infant boy.

GLC09860.090

[Photograph of Japanese-American man and woman by steps]

One undated black-and-white photograph of Japanese-American man and woman in formal wear by steps.

GLC09860.318

[Photograph of Japanese-American boy and girl on a rock]

One undated black-and-white photograph of Japanese-American boy and girl standing on a rock by water.

GLC09860.557

[Knox's copy of a letter from Horatio Gates to Silas Talbot]

General Gates declares, "The Glory you and all under your Commd. have gained will be a lasting honour to you & them. I desire you will present my thanks to the Officers & seamen, and acquaint them how Sensible I am of the good service they have done...

GLC02437.00775

Battle of Brandywine...rebels were defeated, September 11th, 1777...

Nebenzahl, Battle Plans of the American Revolution, 126; British Library 123; Clemonts catalog 14, Snyder fig. 185.

GLC04313

[Note certifying the Revolutionary War service of Thomas Slattery

Note written to certify the Revolutionary War service of a man whose name appears to be Thomas Slattery as Joseph Noyes's clerk in 1776 and 1777.
Similar content written on both sides of the document, with the handwriting on one side being much...

GLC02150.14

[Daguerreotype bust portrait of man with sideburns, elegantly dressed]

Apparently a friend or relative of John B. Moore with a poetic inscription pasted into the back of the case (between the daguerreotype and the back): "To Dr Moore / No never shall my soul forget/ The friend I found so cordial hearted / Dear Dear...

GLC04196.09

[Collection of letters to George Driver][Decimalized .01-.34]

A collection of letters and quotations sent to George Driver by his family and friends. Most of the items are bible quotes or poems from his mother Susan and sister Susie. Possibly all sent to Driver during an expedition to Zanzibar that he...

GLC09529

to James Madison re: resolution of Madison v. Braxton

Sending documents relating to the resolution of the law suit. (Originally split into 2 pieces containing salutation and signature.)

GLC00099.014

to Henry Livingston (1753-1823) re: sale of flour

Reynolds states that he has sold all of the flour and other items that Henry sent to him.

GLC03107.03784

Account of William Parker re: debt to Robert Livingston

Reckoning of the account held by William Parker for Robert Livingston, claiming Parker owes 80 guilder to Livingston.

GLC03107.00017

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for Captain Lemuel Clift]

Colonel Butler recommends Clift for a sixty day leave of absence. Directs his request to Major General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.09587

[Photograph of Japanese-American men and boy with a rowboat]

One undated black-and-white photograph of Japanese-American men and boy rowing a boat up to the beach.

GLC09860.587

Portrait vignette of General Joseph E. Johnston CSA [cabinet card]

The image shows a vignetted photo of Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston. He is wearing a suit and looking directly at the camera. Inscriptions on recto: "Photo on wood 1 1/2 Col but don't engrave until ordener 2 3/4 in" and " C. M. Bell...

GLC05111.01.1355

"Examination of three french Prisoners taken by the Maquase & brought . . .

. . . to Shinnechtady, who were Examined by Pr. Schuyler May[or] of the Citty of Albany." The Canadian prisoners state that they were under orders to attack Schenechtady and kill as many as they could, and then give an account of how they advanced...

GLC03107.02026

Portrait photo of General Joshua L. Chamberlain [cabinet card]

The image shows General J. L. Chamberlain looking to his left of the camera. Inscription on photo: "Gen J. L. Chamberlain." Inscriptions on verso: "Chamberlain, J. L." and "Executed at the Studio of J. H. Lamson, Photographer, 152 Middle St...

GLC05111.01.1322

Ambrotype of a young private wearing ring on little finger

Seated, half length portrait of a young private wearing military waistcoat and ring. The ring and military buttons have been painted gold, and the waistcoat is open except for bottom button. Ruby glass. CASE: Stamped paper on wood with a flower...

GLC05131.17

[African American Soldier posing in front of a fuel truck]

A photograph of an African American soldier posing in front of a fuel truck. In the background there is a US Army fuel truck. The truck is marked as belonging to the 3rd division 2nd to 13th units. It is also marked as HQ 116, and certified for 18...

GLC09612.02

The Chisolm Massacre: A Picture of "Home Rule" in Mississippi

The Chisolm Massacre: A Picture of "Home Rule" in Mississippi. 2nd edition, published by the Chisolm Monument Association. In 1877, Judge Chisolm was accused of assassinating a Democratic political opponent. He, his son and daughter and two friends...

GLC09304

Extract of a letter from Baltimore to a Gentleman in Philadelphia

One unaddressed letter dated November 13, 1789. Pertains to the firing of Baltimore's Postmaster, Mary Katherine Goddard. The author describes Goddard's work ethic as superior and satisfactory to all in Baltimore. Also describes her successor...

GLC09756.01

Great political car ride and last load of patriots.

Full title, "Great political car ride and last load of patriots. Dorr, Jackson, Simmons, and Arnold! 'We stoop to Conquer' 'Better to reign in hell than serve in heaven'. Anti-Dorr broadside issued by John Whipple. "Law and Order" presentation...

GLC07257

[State of the Union address by John Quincy Adams]

President Adams' State of the Union for 1826 printed in an extra from the National Journal, a Washington, D.C. newspaper.

GLC04419

Adjustments of William Trafford's Ancram account from 1778-1780

P.2 is "Adjustment of William Trafford's Account at Manor Store through the year 1778 1779 & 1780," dated 7 June 1783.

GLC03107.03537

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for Captain Roger Welles]

Major Wright recommends Welles for a sixty-five day leave of absence. Directs his recommendation to Major General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.09614

Image of Ulysses S. Grant, Julia Grant and others

General Grant, Julia Grant and five others sitting on the verandah of his house in Long Branch [see # 30].

GLC04360.029

[Portraits of Andrew Jackson, Daniel Webster and Henry Clay]

One untitled engraving circa 1861-1877. Portraits of Andrew Jackson, Daniel Webster, and Henry Clay. Engraved by John Sartain.

GLC08878.0100

[Photograph of Japanese-American boy seated in a toy wagon]

One undated black-and-white photograph of a Japanese-American boy. He is sitting in a toy wagon in a front yard.

GLC09860.025

[Deed of trust for land sale in St. Louis]

Partially printed deed with blanks filled in by hand. Cosigned by Hancock's wife Almira Russell Hancock and Adaline Russell (possibly Almira's sister) as sellers. Also signed by John F. Lee as a buyer (Thomas T. Turner, Trustee for Elizabeth W...

GLC00733.01

Group portrait of nine Federal officers. [1861-1865 ca.]

Five of the men are seated and the other four stand behind them. The man in the center of the seated men strikes a Napoleonic pose. Inscription on verso: "Top Row 1. Chapman 2. B. Wells 3. Chandler 4. Dr. Beggs Bottom Row 1.Dutton 2. H.F. Valette 3...

GLC05111.01.0577

Pardon of Joseph Beren, alien (c/s H. Cummings [AG])

Convicted of perjury in an immigration proceeding: pardoned so that he might be allowed to reapply for readmission if deported.

GLC00052

to Robert Livingston re: status of Robert Livingston's accounts

John writes of the difficulties he encountered in attempting to collect payment on his father's accounts. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01050

to Tobias Lear re: modifications of treaty [in Italian]

Same as GLC 2794.099. Marked "Copia" in the upper left-hand corner of the first page. Lacking Lear's signature.

GLC02794.100

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for Lieutenant James Bennet]

Lieutenant Colonel Johnson recommends Bennet for a forty five day leave of absence. Directs his request to Major General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.09582

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for Captain Lieutenant Freeman]

Colonel Crane recommends Freeman for a leave of absence until 15 April 1783. Directs his recommendation to Major General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.09653

Presidential Oath of Office administered to Ulysses S. Grant

Includes Chase's note: "The Oath from this paper was administered to General Grant on the 4th of March 1869."

GLC07682

to Inhabitants of Newburyport re: response to patriotic resolutions

Responding to the resolutions passed by Citizens of Newburyport, supporting the government (against the French, who are never mentioned). Docketed.

GLC06967

[Photograph of Japanese-American girls holding chocolate ice popsicles]

One undated black-and-white photograph of Japanese-American girls in matching dresses. They are each holding chocolate ice popsicles.

GLC09860.457

[Endorsement on Simon Cameron telegram relaying the burning of Chambersburg]

Lincoln's reply on the recipient's copy of an August 1, 1864 telegram from former Secretary of War Simon Cameron, now chairman of the Committee of Safety, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Cameron informs Lincoln that the burning of Chambersburg...

GLC01237

[Extract of a letter from J. Blair to Thomas Jefferson]

Original letter from Williamsburg, Virginia, and dated 13 June 1795. Jefferson records the details of a complicated stock trade in Philadelphia.

GLC05273

[Military account book of James Parker with loose papers]

Lists saddlery supply orders of General Cholmondeley (1767) and Lieut. Gen. Elliot (1767-71), and their respective staffs. Also included some loose papers slipped in the leaves. Inside the front cover is: an inventory from a saddler and coach and...

GLC01450.453

[Circular concerning interference with the presidential election of 1864]

Signed in print by Brigadier General John Cook and George W. Carter, Captain and Asst. Adjutant General. Issued by the Major General Commanding Northern Department, Joseph Hooker. Issues instructions against interfering with the election voting...

GLC06241

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: warning of a dishonest deal

Combs writes that Nicholas Stickel is about to "cheat and to coaks [coax] John Peter Caler [Kealor] out of his place and thay have desierd me to Let you know it and to beg your assistence for the old man is out of his head about it and desired you...

GLC03107.03636

[Photograph of Civil Rights Protest at World Fair Grounds]

One photograph taken by United Press International dated April 4, 1964. Image is of demonstrators lying down in the road outside the Flushing Meadow World's Fairgrounds. There are multiple police officers pictured as well. The caption explains that...

GLC09733.06

Account of monies disbursed for forces returning from Canada

Livingston disbursed money "for Sundrys to the Christians & Indians," to pay the expenses of the forces returning from the Canada Expedition.

GLC03107.00194

[Return of clothing for the 3rd Massachusetts Regiment]

Lists companies, number of non-commissioned officers and privates, as well as clothing items such as coats, brushes, hose and shorts.

GLC02437.02642

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for Lieutenant James Brewster]

Lieutenant Colonel Stevens recommends Brewster for a leave of absence until 15 April 1783. Directs his request to Major General Henry Knox.

GLC02437.09672

Provision return for Captain Thomas Patten's Company of artificers

Signed on both pages by Patten. Contains a note on page two written by Dudley Mercer, who notes the receipt of provisions.

GLC02437.09709

[Return of tools in the Ordinance Department at Fredricksburg]

Lists tools by type and number, including blacksmith, carpentry, wheelwright tools and "Work in Hands." Post signs as Captain of Artillery.

GLC02437.00810

[Photograph of Japanese-American women and children at a beach]

One undated black-and-white photograph of Japanese-American women and children at a beach. Oil rigs are pictured in the background.

GLC09860.602

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: arrival of the Ancram

John writes that the Ancram has arrived with nothing of note on board; and states that he is expecting Robert, Jr. daily.

GLC03107.02664

Authorization for the release of a French woman taken captive

The document authorizes the release of Madame de Grosse, a French woman who was taken captive, and orders her unhindered return to France.

GLC03107.05337

"The Colonie of New York Debt to Rt. Livingston"

Gives a full account of the money due to Livingston, including expenditures for two voyages he was forced to make to Great Britain.

GLC03107.01187

[Weekly return for the New York Corps of Artillery]

Lists men by rank, and status. Table of "Absentees accounted for On Duty" on the verso. Countersigned by Major Colonel Sebastian Bauman.

GLC02437.02781

[Regarding interest in the borders of the Waldo patent]

States that two men are interested in the boundaries of the Waldo patent, and discusses the surveys used to establish these bounds.

GLC02437.09299

Purple printed paper campaign ribbon with portrait of Grant

10th Ward. Purple printed paper campaign ribbon with portrait of Grant; ink inscription on mount reads: "Philadelphia, 1868, Genl. U.S. Grant."

GLC04360.053

[Ohio State University students gathered in front of a building]

One black and white photograph dated April 1970 taken by Kevin Bleicher. Students and faculty standing in front of a building during protests.

GLC09650.019

(Senate bill, no. 16.) . . . Joint resolution defining the position of the Confederate States, and declaring the determination of the Congress and the people thereof to prosecute the war till their independence is acknowledged.

stamp of record division

GLC06745.019

House of Representatives No. 288. A Bill To be entitled An Act authorizing the promotion of officers, non-commissioned officers and privates, for distinguished valor and skill or for peculiar competency and general merit.

stamp of record division

GLC06745.137

Pardon of John Letcher for rebellion (c/s William H. Seward)

Accompanied by collateral transmittal letter from Henry Stanberry, the Attorney General's office 23 Jan. 1867. Letcher had been Confederate govenror of Virginia.

GLC06775

to Craig Langford re: negotiating sale of family to former slave

"I would give you more time... but I do not know at what time James may be here and run some of them off and sell them..."

GLC06733.02

Journal of a voyage between China and... America...in 1804

Collateral. Modern fine press reprint (no. 164) by the Saunder Studio Press, with an introduction by Lindley Bynum and illustrations by Ruth Saunders. Facsimiles of the titlepage and beginning reprinted from the Huntington Library copy. This is the...

GLC05246.05

Indenture for the sale of land to Philip Livingston

The document outlines Elisabeth Noble's sale of a tract of land in Connecticut to Philip Livingston. Signed by both Elisabeth Noble and Philip Livingston. Following the indenture on p.4, there is a note signed by John Ashley, 15 May 1735, with an...

GLC03107.02467

[Post-war carte de visite of Mack J. Leaming]

Signed "Mack," by Leaming. Depicts Leaming, who served during the Civil War as 1st Lieutenant and Adjutant of the 13th Tennessee Cavalry at Fort Pillow, Tennessee. He is portrayed wearing a long beard and civilian clothing. Leaming's signed...

GLC05080.03

To Clerk of Circuit Court Prince Edward County, dr.

Check for $2.75 signed by J.H Harvey in payment to the Clerk of Circuit Court Prince Edward County for recording a deed and for the tax on the deed. Also signed by Jackson Glaze (the other party involved in the land deed) and the clerk (illegible)...

GLC09587.375