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[Bond to Thomas Ivers]

Marked "copy." Bond to Thomas Ivers, the treasurer of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, for a sum of money to be paid by the heirs of Brigadier General Samuel Waldo. Jackson signs on behalf of Henry Knox. Also signed by Isaac Winslow, Samuel...

GLC02437.09139

[Engraving of Abigail Adams]

Engraving made from a painting by Gilbert Stuart, with a copy of Adams signature underneath.

GLC08917.02

to Lucy Knox

Writes that he is glad to be able, as Speaker of the House of Representatives, to transmit to Lucy the condolences of the House (see GLC02437.08055). Stresses that he was so beloved that the resolution was unanimous among house members. Believes...

GLC02437.08056

to Lucy Knox

Copy of GLC02437.08056.

GLC02437.08057

to Lucy Knox

Discusses the process of moving and making sure personal belongings arrive safely.

GLC02437.08225

to John Cripps

Writes to Cripps regarding his mother's failing health. Mrs. Monk is suffering from a liver disease and is under the care of a good doctor and the Benedicts. Monk is concerned that Cripps will worry about her well-being but wants him to know that...

GLC03587.34

[Lease of 46 South Howard Street]

Copy of the lease agreement for a property in Baltimore owned by William and Caroline W. Remington to Jacob Saunders & Sons for $1500 per year.

GLC03545.24.21

[Lease of 46 Bolton Street]

Copy of the lease agreement for a property in Baltimore owned by William and Caroline W. Remington to Joseph Packard, Jr. at the rate of $650 per year. Small piece in the upper left corner of the first page torn out. No text loss.

GLC03545.24.22

[Lease of 48 South Howard Street]

Copy of the lease agreement for a property in Baltimore owed by William and Caroline W. Remington to Gray Richards for three years at $1100 per year. Note on page two in purple ink dated 11 March 1869 states the lease has been turned over to John...

GLC03545.24.23

Lease from Henry Watson to Caroline W. Remington

Lease agreement for a lot on Decker Street in Baltimore. Describes the property. Signed as a witness by W. N. Haynard. With 50 cent U.S. inter revenue stamp on first page.

GLC03545.24.32

[Lease agreement for 52 Bolton Street]

Copy of the lease agreement for a property in Baltimore owned by William and Caroline W. Remington to Henry Moore at a rate of $600 per year. Note on reverse dated 5 October 1874 signed by the Remingtons states the contract has been canceled in...

GLC03545.24.33

[Lease contract for 46 Bolton Street]

Copy of a lease agreement for a property in Baltimore owned by William and Caroline W. Remington to John J. Hooff for three years at a rate of $750 a year. Piece torn out of upper left corner of first page where there was possibly a stamp.

GLC03545.24.37

Mortgage from William Remington & Caroline Remington to Clara A. Ross

Copy of the mortgage. Countersigned as a witness by Samuel Spier. Mortgage for a piece of land in the city of Baltimore.

GLC03545.24.03

to Everett

Writes to her friend in Middleborough, Massachusetts, scolding him for his lack of correspondence. She is angry and wonders why she continues to write at all. Wonders if he is waiting to hear from her. Mentions having two teeth extracted without...

GLC06573.02

to Everett

Writes to her husband (possibly in Plymouth) about visiting several friends and family members. Mentions the death of a family friend and the subsequent return of Catherine (possibly a sister). Is sorry she will not be able to see him this week but...

GLC06573.05

[Texas land grant to "Esther Gooding Assignee of James J. Stephens"]

Signed by Pease as governor and countersigned by Robert M. Elgin, chief clerk and acting commissioner of the General Land Office. Partially printed grant of 160 acres in Hunt County, Texas. Specifies the precise location and boundaries of the tract...

GLC06623.19

to Franklin D. Roosevelt

Copy of a letter written to Roosevelt thanking him for his speech he sent her (see GLC03181.01,.02) and stating that she has put it in her treasure box. Gives her love to him and his wife, Eleanor.

GLC03181.03

[Statement of account of 145 North Street]

Certifies receipt of payment from Mr. Henry and John C. Coulter of $1000 for leasing 145 North Street, Baltimore, owned by Mrs. Caroline W. Remington. Marked "original statement."

GLC03545.24.14

[Will of Thomas O'Neal]

The will of Thomas O'Neal. Lists how his possessions, including a feather bed, fish plate, looking glass, tankard, great chest, smoothing iron, etc., should be divided between his daughters, Sarah O'Neal and Mary Atwood.

GLC03434.19

to Henry Knox

Regrets living so far from her dearest friends. Writes at length about her hopes that Knox will make good on his promise and help take care of her and her children. Has spoken to several friends on the subject, including General [David] Cobb, and...

GLC02437.06644

Agreement between John McCoy and his wife Elizabeth granting her title to land

Written in English. Signed by McClure as judge and witness, with Abram Zimwalt, Malhijah Williams, Benjamin Williams, and James H.C. Miller. McCoy granted his wife Elizabeth title and right to 72 leagues of land.

GLC01860.25

to "Honest Robin" (Robert Livingston) re: news of New York

Ander, the captain of a ship, writes with news of the safety of Livingston's family in New York. He sadly forwards news of the illness of Livingston's daughter Hanah. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00173

to Tobias Lear re: misplaced Bank shares, Washington Custis' dislike of school

Written while serving as President. Apologizes for misplacing Bank of Columbia certificates, which he has found. Mentions business of Mr. [William?] Dandridge, and Washington Custis' difficulties adjusting to Princeton College. "Maria" is Anna...

GLC02794.042

to Tobias Lear re: thanks for condolences

Thanks for Lear's condolence letter concerning a death in Knox's family. "We both felt it perhaps too Sensibly, but more particularly the tender Mother whose former wounds are opened afresh on this unexpected event . . . grief almost too much for...

GLC02794.017

to Dr. Robert King Stone re: prescription for Mrs. Lincoln's headache

Written as President. Not in Basler, but compare Basler 7: 161 and 179.

GLC02793.035

to Bella W. Swope re: running for a second term

Signed as President on White House stationery. WW notes that "I look forward to the next four years with something of a sinking heart...."

GLC02793.067

to Juanita Roberts re: her health and wishing her well

Written as President on White House stationery. Signed "LBJ" Written on White House stationary.

GLC02793.104

to T. N. Parmelee

Written on Herald Tribune stationery to Parmelee, an attorney in New Haven, Connecticut. Marked "private." Salutation reads: "Friend Parmelee." Speaks of the impossibility of a Democrat being elected president in 1872. Notes a Democrat being elected...

GLC03000

to Dr. Charles Worthington re: arranging for Mrs. Monroe to have blood drawn

Written as President. he remarks that his wife's "head and nervous system have been very much affected since the last drawing room."

GLC02793.016

to Richard Harlan

Thanks Dr. Harlan for the present he sent to Mrs. Long. Mentions receiving instruction for surveys of Maine and Massachusetts, which he will engage when the weather improves and the winter cold abates. Mentions sending a box of presents.

GLC02475.09

to Robert Livingston re: word from Madame Livingston

Saltonstall explains how he had a visit with Madame Winthrop and her daughter Mary, who is married to Livingston's son John. Saltonstall tried to persuade Mary to travel to New York, but she was in such poor health that she could not travel. He...

GLC03107.00939

to Robert Livingston re: news of his arrival in Boston

John relates news of his and his sister Jo[h]anna's health, complains of an attack of gout, and awaits news and payment of money from Britain.

GLC03107.00963

to Robert Livingston re: advising Margaret about Samuel Vetch's character

Jannet Miller writes to her uncle in an effort to dissuade him from granting his blessing on his daughter Margaret marrying Samuel Vetch. Miller writes that Vetch is hated by "al his country and that for his evil deads." She then tells of young...

GLC03107.00588

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for wheat flour

Margaret asks Robert, Jr. to send her two bags of wheat flour.

GLC03107.02844

Account of Robert Livingston

Robert Livingston owed Le Roux money for plates and other service items delivered to Alida Vetch.

GLC03107.01623

to Robert Livingston re: christening of Gilbert's child

Gilbert explains that he and his wife have not yet christened their child, as they are waiting for Robert and the rest of the family to arrive, which has been delayed due to weather. He also mentions that the child seems sickly, which makes them...

GLC03107.01003

to Robert and Alida Livingston re: the illness of Collins' wife

Collins requests that Robert and Alida Livingston come to visit his ill wife, as they are her nearest relations. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01040

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

Philip writes to inform his father of what accounts he has settled, and expresses his desire to visit the Manor, as he has heard that his mother is ill. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01052

to Robert Livingston re: family news

Philip writes of his mother's health, expresses sorrow at the loss of his father's dam and saw mill, and also sends the news that his wife has just given birth to a son. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01118

to Robert Livingston re: business and family

John writes of his business and family, and a new house he built near his mills. He also requests that his father write to his mother in law, Sarah Knight. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01144

to Robert Livingston re: Henry Beekman's proposal to Jo[h]anna Livingston

Robert states that Beekman's actions did not surprise him, as the Livingston family's reception of him nearly implied consent. Robert also remarks with disbelief that his sister could feel affection for such a disfigured individual. Robert also...

GLC03107.01163

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased starch from Brasher on 16 October 1722. Brasher acknowledges payment with her mark. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01475

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased sewing materials from Kursted.

GLC03107.01715

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

Page 3 contains the docket and a list of goods to be bought at New York written in the hand of Robert Livingston.

GLC03107.00824

Receipt of money due to patrimony

As the executor of the estate of James Graham (the deceased father of Margaret Graham), Robert Livingston made a payment to Margaret on account of her patrimony.

GLC03107.01276

to Robert Livingston re: John Livingston's affairs

Elizabeth explains how she is getting money ready to send to her husband in Great Britain, as soon as she hears of his affairs. She also asks that Robert Livingston and his wife correspond with her and her mother more frequently.

GLC03107.01332

to Robert Livingston re: the sale of her mother's house and land

Elizabeth states that she has been administering her husband's estate in his absence, and sadly explains how her mother has been forced to sell her house and land in Norwich, and move to her house in New London. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01365

"Deed of the houses & 2 Lotts in Dock Street at N: York to . . .

. . . our Daughter Jo[h]anna van Horn[e]." Jo[h]anna also signed the document in agreement.

GLC03107.01459

to Robert Livingston re: plans to visit Robert and Alida

The daugher of Margaret and Samuel Vetch - Alida- writes of her plans to visit when the weather warms up, and discusses a marriage proposal. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01560

to Alida Livingston re: desire for a line from his relations

John writes that he longs to hear from his mother and other relations, who he fears have nearly forgotten him. He also desires to visit his wife, whose health is declining rapidly. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02235