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One poster printed in 1919 by E.G. Renesch, of a scene by which a corporal returns home to his family. Other noticeable trait of the image is the portrait of Lincoln hanging in the dining room with an American flag positioned behind the frame.

GLC09744

to James Alexander Hamilton

Elizabeth writes to her son James Alexander that she will be with him soon. She also mentions the Mexican American war writing "Boston and Philadelphia have been much excited with this half national saw & Half war. May it not bring half Union."

GLC09638.12

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Lynn Krapcho to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated November 6, 1973. Krapcho supports the impeachment of President Nixon and writes, "The crisis-a-day atmosphere which the present uncertainties have created cannot be tolerated by...

GLC09613.02.0267

to Francisco Vásquez de Coronado [in Spanish]

Written on behalf of King Charles I of Spain (Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor), by the President of the Council of the Indies, Francisco García de Loaysa. Report of the Niza expedition. Authorizes Coronado's expedition to explore the heart of the North...

GLC04883

to Carrie C. Catt re: women's suffrage

President Wilson expresses solidarity with the woman's suffrage movement. "I have a very real interest in the extension of the suffrage to the women, and I feel that every step in this direction should be applauded." Catt headed the influential...

GLC07144

[Address at the dedication of the Jersey City Medical Center, New Jersey]

Signed at the end. Marked hold for release by M. H. McIntyre, Assistant Secretary to the President. Mentions the funds of the Public Works Administration that went to American hospitals. Thanks those in the medical and nursing professions....

GLC00196.05

to Joseph Clay

Discusses of the Embargo of 1807 and argues that, given the character of the American people, it should not be made permanent. Notes hearing about a "raw-head & bloody bones" speech Clay gave. Clay was a congressman from Pennsylvania, "British...

GLC08673

to Hannah E. Russell

Writes to his wife. Wishes that he could visit home but says that the colonel will not allow any furloughs. Comments that they now have their arms and equipment. Wants her not to fret about him and to take care of his "Dear little babes," and not...

GLC03523.50.02

to Hannah E. Russell

Writes to wife from camp outside of Somerset, Kentucky. Admonishes wife for making fun of his living conditions. Informs her that their living conditions have not improved and that they are upon hard times. Describes having to march on three...

GLC03523.50.06

A bill to provide for the employment of free negroes and slaves to work upon fortifications and perform other labor connected with the defences of the country.

Senate Bill 129, passed by the Confederate Senate 13 December 1864. Ordered to be printed by the House of Representatives 15 December 1864. States that "The Congress of the Confederate States of American do enact, That all free male negroes...

GLC08419

to John Quincy Adams

Written by Monroe as President to an unnamed recipient. The recipient is likely John Quincy Adams, however; this is inferred based on the content and on information in John Quincy Adams diary, discussing his meeting with Monroe on this topic on this...

GLC00969

Miscellaneous receipts for purchases and land sale documents [Decimalized .01- .17]

As follows:

1) Thomson Gregory DS Receipt for Dr. Hull re: Muslin. n.d. 1 p.
2) Jas H. Starr DS Certifying land purchase of Edward C. Smithson, 7/6/1840. 2 p.
3) Receipt for Ward from Hyslop & Brother 1/29/1841. 1 p. + docket.
4) John Ford (Dr.)...

GLC02145.80

Extracts from the "Private Instructions" of the Navy Department to the Commander in chief of the U.S. Naval Forces on the West Coast of Africa

Includes extracts from GLC00722.01, noting that the U.S. flag "loses its true character, when it is worn by those who have no right to wear it...such a pretension would subject the flag to degradation and dishonor." Also includes a description of how...

GLC00722.04

to Rufus King

Written by Marshall as Secretary of State to King as American Minister to Britain. Acknowledges that all letters inclusive to No. 74 have arrived. Says if it is proper, King should send friendly dispositions of the American government after an...

GLC04535

Resolution in Congress 27th Dec. 1776 investing Genl Washington with certain powers [fragment]

Final page of document conferring extraordinary power on Washington. For six months he is granted the power "to fill up all Vacancies in every other Department in the American Armies; to take wherever he may be, whatever he may want for the Use of...

GLC05611

to Samuel Osgood

Written by Major General Knox to Continental Congressman Osgood. Says the letter will be delivered by Major General Baron von Steuben. Says "I am certain you are well acquainted with the reputation of his abilities, and that it is been owing to him...

GLC02437.01480

to John B. Marchand

Copy of a circular letter from the Bureau of Ordnance and Hydrography ordering captains to "instruct the officers commanding Prize vessels to deliver to the ordnance officer of the nearest Navy Yard, all arms belonging to the service, immediately on...

GLC02680.12

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Lucile MacLeod to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated July 19, 1974. MacLeod supports the impeachment of President Nixon. She mentions partisan politics, the Watergate tapes, use of wiretaps, misuse of power by Nixon's staff, and...

GLC09613.02.0931