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Envelope

The envelope has a image of an eagle carrying a flag, attacking Jefferson Davis as he is lowered to the birds nest by two other men. The caption reads "The American Eagle catches Jeff Davis in his attempt to rob her nest."

GLC06627.03.039

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Goriah W. Mahakian to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated October 22, 1973. Mahakian writes in support of the impeachment of President Nixon. He states that, "no American citizen, regardless of position or public office, is above the...

GLC09613.02.0063

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Mrs. Stephen Olchvary to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated January 6, 1974. Olchvary is against the impeachment of President Nixon and writes, "The great majority of the American public, including myself, believes in, and likes...

GLC09613.02.0638

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Movina Maisner to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated November 5, 1973. Maisner supports the impeachment of President Nixon and writes, "I am appalled at the shenanigans Richard Nixon and his staff have pulled on the American people...

GLC09613.02.0279

[Photograph of Janicia Smith]

One black and white photograph of an African American girl standing in front of a chalkboard. The name Janicia Smith is printed on a label attached to the bottom of the photograph. The word "student" is written on the back of the photograph.

GLC09724.01

to Dr. A.W. Hopkins

Writes his father a belated birthday letter from Camp Dix, New Jersey. Describes his return to the states and his daily activities. Adds that he will be sending a parcel with his belongings. Written on American Expeditionary Force letterhead....

GLC07810.058

Valley Forge

One engraving entitled "Valley Forge" circa 1861-1877. Depicts the harsh conditions experienced by the American Continental Army soliders stationed at the Valley Forge Military camp in Pennsylvania over the winter of 1777-1778. Published by the...

GLC08878.0060

The Interesting Life, Travels, Voyages, and Daring Engagements of the Celebrated Paul Jones

Paul Jones was Commodore in the American Navy during the late Revolutionary War. The book contains "numerous anecdotes of undaunted courage, in the production of his undertakings." The book was printed by N. Elliot, and published by William E...

GLC03107.05325

to Thomas Pinckney

Encloses (not present) a bill of exchange and asks Pinckney, the American minister to London, to negotiate it and pay the proceeds to Lafayette or his wife for expenses incurred on behalf of the Society of the Cincinnati. Signed with initials.

GLC02437.08182

to Henry Knox [in French]

Touches on the state of American government, the Constitutional Convention, and the Ohio territories. Asks Knox to present his respects to President [George] Washington, Governor [James] Bowdoin, Colonel [Alexander] Hamilton, and Colonel [William]...

GLC02437.04343

to James Searle

Written by Adams as vice president to Searle, a former Continental Congressman, who was involved in business in Philadelphia. Says he is happy to hear of Searle's success and happiness in business. Says it was one piece of good news he has received...

GLC00529.02

to William North

Written by von Steuben in retirement after the Revolution to William North as a gentleman farmer in upstate New York. North was von Steuben's aide-de-camp from 1779-1783. Von Steuben invites North to live in New York City for the winter while his...

GLC00496.087

Henry Knox papers, including retained and received correspondence, &c. [Decimalized .00001 - .10737]

Letters and documents, written to or by Knox, who served as chief of Artillery during the Revolution, and then as Secretary of War under the Articles of Confederation and in President Washington's first administration. The collection includes Knox's...

GLC02437

to Henry Knox

Would like to recommend Major Henry Warren (likely her son) for the position of Collector of Customs for Plymouth and Duxborough, and mentions that he had worked with General Benjamin Lincoln. Hopes Knox might be able to use his influence with...

GLC02437.04245

to his father

Writes to his father from Camp Curtain. Says that they received marching orders to leave tomorrow morning. Says that they might go to Chambersburg, Pennsylvania but it is not for certain. The Captain said that they might be in the hottest part of...

GLC03523.49.02

to Henry Knox

Explains why he has not written sooner. Discusses working on a fishing ship and being owed money by his employer. He fears the possibility of staying in Newfoundland until the fall, citing that the town lacks amusements, even a "five alley." He...

GLC02437.00167

[Incomplete essay on religious tolerance on verso of letter fragments from Edmonia Lewis and Samuel J. May]

Contains an incomplete essay (pages five, six, and seven) discussing religious tolerance written by Child, an author, scholar, and abolitionist. Child discusses religious tolerance, stating "People who are educated under one system of religion can...

GLC06114

to Henry Knox

Concerns the conflicts along the Georgia frontier between Native Americans and white settlers. Some members living within the Natchez under the Spanish conquest said Colonel Washington wrote them "a letter directed to him on the Western side of the...

GLC02437.04735

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Carrie M. Bartoo to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated circa 1973-1974. Bartoo is against the impeachment of President Nixon and writes, "What the American people really want is to get this show back on the road. and impeachment and...

GLC09613.02.2920

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

Gouvernement des Etats-Unis d'Amerique [in French]

French primer on American Democracy by member of Society of the Cincinnati, including discussion of U.S. and State Constitutions. Includes ALS (04/14/1808) addressed to Monsieur Le Prefet [in French], and an MDS (07/15/1825) detailing de Blois's...

GLC07688.01

to my dear brother and sister

Hopkins, a sailor on board a Union ship, replies to a letter from his brother and sister [N. N. and Lacey Hopkins?], of Ashtabula County, Ohio. Discusses problems with the mail. Notes that he feels better than he has in years, despite a persistent...

GLC03043

to Henry Knox

Encloses the proposed Constitution of Georgia (not included). Notes that three members from each county are appointed to meet at Augusta in January: "I shall only say, that from the disposition of the People, and in particular that of their members...

GLC02437.04053