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A Defence of the Constitutions of the government of the United States...

New Edition, with a preface extracted from Jedediah Morse's American Geography, describing Adams. Printed by John Stockdale. Bound in contemporary tree calf with gilt edges.

GLC03771.01

to Henry Knox

Discusses the upcoming Convention in May to possibly create a new system of government and Constitution. Writes that the idea of such a convention "may not only be new, but may appear to interfere with that article in the Confederation, which...

GLC02437.03452

to Asa Smith

Written by William Wallace Smith to his brother Asa Smith. References receiving Asa's letter and the "smoking cap" that came with it. Says nothing is going on, but says it won't be long because every man is to be provided with 60 rounds of...

GLC03742.10

Susan B. Boomer Diary 1848-1858

Diary of a young woman who left Massachusetts to settle in Bristol, Illinois, with opinions on slavery, patriotism, the Compromise of 1850, and the Fugitive Slave Act. "I spent the night at Uncle James's. During the evening a fugitive slave was...

GLC09292

to Various

1. 3 pgs + docket. 25x19 cm. 27 January 1804. re: negotiating with Barbary pirates. Jefferson promises that he holds the friendship of the Prince Bey of Tunis in high regard and does not intend to be misunderstood, but regrets to be forced to...

GLC07903

In civilian suit, seated full-length portrate with tophat and can in lap

Wigfall served as brigadier general in Confederate Army. Graphite inscription on verso "**Book" "5--" "Signer of the Confederate Constitution Louis T. Wigfall of Texas Confederate."

GLC05111.02.0878

to Timothy Pickering

Knox possibly writes from West Point to Pickering, Quartermaster General. Mostly illegible, but Knox appears to be discussing construction of artillery barracks on Constitution Island.

GLC02437.10049

Envelope

The envelope has a image of an eagle standing on a shield, and the caption The Union and the Constitution. The same as GLC06627.03.03

GLC06627.03.007

[Oath of loyalty]

Aaron Jeffery's signed loyalty oath "to support, protect, and defend the Constitution... [including] with references to slaves." Written at "Office of Provost Marshall", Richmond, Va.

GLC01896.074

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from James Knight to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated November 19, 1973. Knight supports the impeachment of President Nixon and writes, "If the President is allowed to override the Bill of Rights whenever he pleases, then the...

GLC09613.02.1152

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One greeting card from Lewin and Beth Howard to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated November 12, 1973. They supports the impeachment of President Nixon and writes, "We cannot go forward divided and in doubt. Our nation's hope lies in the...

GLC09613.02.1353

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Morna and Arthur Brown to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated November 12, 1973. They support the impeachment of President Nixon and write, "We cannot go forward divided and in doubt. Our nation's hope lies in the
Constitution and...

GLC09613.02.1280

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from M.C. Morris to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated March 5, 1974. Morris supports the impeachment of President Nixon. Item includes an article printed by the Pasadena Star News. Article claims that Moorhead was obstructing the...

GLC09613.02.3457.02

to John McIntosh Kell

Henry W. Grady writes on behalf of self and partner Evan P. Howell, both of the Atlanta Constitution, to endorse Kell for Georgia Secretary of Agriculture and to suggest "that you apply to Gen Gordon for the position of Adjutant General," which Grady...

GLC00684.17

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Paul H. Wangsness to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated July 25, 1974. Wangsness supports the impeachment of President Nixon and notes that the "framers of the constitution" would not approve of Nixon's actions. He writes, "To say...

GLC09613.02.0969

to Andrew Johnson

Letter draft written in prison by the former commander the CSS "Alabama" to the President defending himself against all charges. Discusses the surrender agreement at Greensboro, the definition of treason, the United States Constitution, and his...

GLC05590

The road to peace through Pennsylvania via Washington, As Engineered by Southern Rebels and their Democratic Allies.

Quotes the September 7, 1863 issue of the Richmond Enquirer in order to pillory the South and Jefferson Davis for their belief that the war could be ended by attacking Pennsylvania to get to Washington. Calls the Richmond Enquirer "Jeff. Davis' Organ...

GLC02421

[Recommendation for a leave of absence for Captain Beden]

Captain O'Reily recommends Beden for a leave of absence to go to Danbury (possibly Connecticut). Directs his recommendation to Major [John] Doughty. Written at Constitution Island.

GLC02437.09666

to Samuel Shaw and Thomas Randall

Unsigned. Writes that he received Shaw's letters and enclosures, and was delighted and satisfied to hear of his health and the prospect of advancing his interests. Has no hope that Shaw will receive the letter, but addresses it to him on the "bare...

GLC02437.04073

to Daniel Webster

An unknown author informs Webster that the "Government and Country are approaching a crisis." Reports that the United States will face great financial difficulty by the end of 1848. Complains of the financial strain placed on the United States...

GLC01946.67

Petition to the Legislature of New York

The subscribers and merchants of New York ask the Legislature to reconsider a law requiring all Port Wardens to be the masters of vessels. They describe the rule as unconstitutional, and beyond the Legislature's power.

GLC03107.05310