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to Frances B. Shiras

Indicates he has not written because he was sick. Informs Shiras that Christian Taopi has died. Discusses a recent visit by bishops Whipple and Clarkson, and William Welsh to all the Indian missions, their ordinations and assignations of missionaries...

GLC02429.29

to John Bryant

Writes he has enclosed an order (not included) on Colonel [Jeremiah] Wadsworth's for six months pay owed to Captain Bryant for his service in 1787. Hopes Bryant will receive his pay for 1788 in a few months. He will write more about his...

GLC03432.018

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from H. J. Nienhuis to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated November 23, 1973. Nienhuis supports the impeachment of President Nixon and writes, "Being from the same town as Gerry Ford in Michigan, and having spent last month there, I heard...

GLC09613.02.1164

to Sister

One letter addressed to Hattie Figures from Henry S. Figures dated March 1, 1863 and 5 miles from Richmond. Pertains to furlough; the cost that enslaved people were being sold at in Richmond. Henry notes that Richmond is getting dull, mainly because...

GLC00653.01.13

to Charles Willson Peale [painter] re: thanks for educating grandson

Thomas Jefferson Randolph was Jefferson's favorite grandson and eventual executor of his estate. Jefferson writes to thank the artist Peale for educating his grandson, Thomas Jefferson Randolph in the natural sciences. Randolph attended lectures at...

GLC00074

[Report of General Knox's letter to Dr. Gordon]

Later copy. Apparently an excerpt of GLC02437.03257, outlining an incident between General George Washington, the Comte de Grasse, General Rochambeau, General Henry Knox, and Lord Cornwallis. Note at top of page reads, "Report of Genl Knox's letter...

GLC02437.03258

Washington' Headquarters Near Newburgh

One engraving entitled "Washington's Head Quarters Near Newburgh" circa 1861-1877. Depicts a view of Washington's Head Quarters Newburgh, New York. In the forefront of the painting three soliders relax near the bank of the Hudson River. In the...

GLC08878.0055

Abstract of Title for Mrs Nannie J. Harvey

An abstract of title for Nannie Harvey that details the ownership history and considerations from the deed book since 1889 for a piece of property in Roanoke, Virginia. It accompanied a newspaper clipping regarding the transfer of this property from...

GLC09587.391

The daily citizen. [June 30, 1863]

Updates on the siege of Vicksburg, the Copperheads' Peace Meeting at Springfield, "Glorious Intelligence" from Port Hudson, Lee moving into Pennsylvania. With notices of battle deaths, wounding of citizens (men and women) by shells, and an obituary...

GLC00845

to Sylvanus Bourne

Delineates his plan to make a fortune selling, settling, and improving six million acres of American frontier land to be purchased by men and women in America and Europe seeking a new place to settle. Stresses the amount of money that shareholders...

GLC01773

1862 Diary

Henry Cook writes daily entries on camp life, including rations, illness, gambling, picket duty, construction projects, pay, and promotions. He includes information on military actions (battles at Fort Donelson, Fort Macon, and [Pea?] Ridge), as well...

GLC03958.01

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Richard F. Jr. Parker to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated November 28, 1973. Parker supports the impeachment of President Nixon and writes "But I have concluded that this country is confronting a perilous period in its history...

GLC09613.02.3314

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Herbert Selwyn to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated October 26, 1973. Selwyn supports the impeachment of President Nixon. He mentions that he is a "student of American History," and writes, "I believe he should now be held in...

GLC09613.02.3263

to James Warren

Written by Gerry as delegate from Massachusetts to the Continental Congress to Warren as a member of the Continental Navy Board. References Warren's letter of 23 October 1777, in which he found news of General John Burgoyne's surrender at Saratoga...

GLC03239

to Marshall E. Bean

Heyerdahl responds to Bean after having taken a three month trip around the world. He shares his religious views, stating that he believes the spirit is eternal. He beleives human senses are limited, but trick us into thinking we know reality in...

GLC05508.126

to Jonathan Hudson or Benjamin Levy

This is the address leaf for a letter sent by Benjamin Harrison, a Virginian Continental Congressman and Declaration of Independence signer, to Jonathan Hudson or Benjamin Levy, merchants in Baltimore. It was sent using a free frank under Harrison's...

GLC01412.65

to Henry Knox

Writes that he has had several conversations with Mr. [William] Bingham regarding Knox's bonds, which are payable next month. They are apparently unsure whether Knox will be able to pay his bonds off on time. Anthony relates that Knox's creditors...

GLC02437.06681

The Testimony of the people called Quakers, given forth by a meeting of the representatives of said people, in Pennsylvania and New-Jersey.

Title continues: "held at Philadelphia the twenty-fourth day of the first month, 1775." Communicates Quaker opposition to public resolutions created by the colonies against the legislature of Great Britain. Promotes lawful action to address the...

GLC00620

to Nahum Capen

Discusses Capen's book, The History of Democracy, and mentions people to whom he has sent it, including members of the press who have responded favorably to it. Comments that although he is doing well in England, he is looking forward to the end of...

GLC02658

[Draft for payment in account with Henry Knox]

Same as previous (GLC02437.16.163). Draft in account with General Knox "[f]or his pay for the year 1783..." at the amount of $2,472. Includes a breakdown of the amount, consisting of actual salary per month, clothing account, and as "head of the...

GLC02437.10201

[Jewish refugees at a displaced persons camp]

One undated photograph of Jewish refugees at a displaced persons camp. Pictured are women talking by a vehicle. Military servicemen unload supplies from the back of the vehicle.

GLC09956.13