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1724/05/30
Vetch, Alida, fl. 1723-1724
to Alida Livingston re: wishes to see her grandmother
Alida Vetch tell her grandmother how much she wishes to see her, and also that she has purchased some plates and teapots.
GLC03107.02314
1849/08
Clay, Henry, 1777-1852
to Anne C. Lynch
Thanks Lynch for a signed collection of her poems that she sent as a gift. Written at the Allanlee House.
GLC04623.02
circa 1861-1910
Howe, Julia Ward, 1819-1910
[Battle Hymn of the Republic].
Four pages.
GLC04352.07
1792
Wollstonecraft, Mary, 1759-1797
A vindication of the rights of woman : with strictures on political and moral subjects.
Inscribed by John Caldecott to C. W. Arrowsmith, with Caldecott's bookplate. First edition in original boards.
GLC04493
November 1, 1865
Johnson, Andrew, 1808-1875
[Presidential pardon of Caroline Kulf, who had been covicted of grand larceny]
Pardoned due to assurance by judge and the jury that she was a fit object of clemency. Countersigned by Secretary of State William H. Seward.
GLC00045.18
circa 1987-1989
Leigh, Janet, fl. 1987-1989
to Atlee Kohl
Response to Kohl's solicitation letter. Leigh discusses the influence religion has had on her and her belief in God. As she matured, a structure to house her God, labels, and denominations became unnecessary because, she believes, the Supreme Being...
GLC05508.276
3 October 1988
De Havilland, Olivia, 1916-2020
Response to Kohl's solicitation letter. Olivia de Havilland writes that she cannot adequately describe her religious views at this time because her life is too demanding to afford her the necessary time for reflection. She does add, however, that...
GLC05508.283
1919
Goldman, Emma, 1869-1940
Deportation, its meaning and menace; last message to the people of America.
Written by Berkman and Emma Goldman. After the author statement, the title continues: "Ellis Island, New York, U.S.A., December 1919." Colophon reads: "Ten cents a copy. Order from M. E. Fitzgerald, 857 Broadway, New York City."
GLC06222
3 January 1789
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to George Washington Greene
Declares that the only news he has heard of Greene, the son of General Nathanael Greene, is from the son of Mr. [J. Hector] St. John de Crevecoeur, who is at school with Greene. Encourages him to study diligently, and reminds him of his father...
GLC02437.04072
1865/05 ca.
Holt, Joseph, 1807-1894
Copy of charge and specification against...
Title continues: "Charge and specification against David E. Herold, George A. Azerodt, Lewis Payne, Michael D. Laughlin, Edward Spangler, Samuel Arnold, Mary E. Surratt, and Samuel A. Mudd". Holt signs as Judge Advocate General. Some manuscript...
GLC07544
27 November 1799
Davis, Daniel, 1762-1835
to Henry Knox
Davis discusses bank notes and Mrs. Knox's lands. Davis has been in discussions with Samuel Winslow and James Deering, which Davis relates to Knox. He cannot be fully sure that all the information is accurate. "Mr. Merrill," Davis says "wishes you to...
GLC02437.07331
10 March 1788
to John Jacob Faesch
In the hand of William Knox. Replies to a letter from Faesch in which Faesch informed Knox of the death of his wife (GLC02437.03808). Offers Faesch his deepest sympathy and condolences, writing: "We suffer excessive misery at the loss of our dearest...
GLC02437.03818
25 December 1799
Davis has received Knox's letter regarding "Trucky" and "Johnson." Davis believes he will have to work with Truky "as the receipt...expressly recognizes that he is to have a deed." Davis will insist "upon the whole money in hand, according to the...
GLC02437.07345
10 March 1797
Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1756-1824
to [Life ?] Wilson
Asks Wilson to purchase several building items, such as boards, and gives other directions as well.
GLC02437.06928
26 Febraury 1787
Wilson, Mary Ann, fl. 1787
[Receipt]
Received three months wages from Lucy Knox.
GLC02437.08600
1882/06/01
Guiteau, Charles, 1841-1882
The Truth and Removal [assassination of Garfield]
Signed only weeks before he was hanged for the assassination of President Garfield. The title refers to the "removal" of Garfield from the presidency as part of a cosmic belief system which Guiteau explains in his book. Inscribed to Miss Maggie...
GLC06095
7 November 1826
Speakman, Esther, fl. 1826
to Martha Richardson
Thanks her for her letter. Discusses Robert Dale Owen's change in the plan of the New Harmony community, so that "every person who joins themselves to the community for the term of five years gives in his or her propity for the use of the community...
GLC06364
[n.y.]/10/17
Livingston, Anne, ?
to Johnston Livingston re: news of the family
Johnston's mother gives him news of the family, including those who have fallen ill.
GLC03107.04096
1839/06
Livingston, Crawfurd, 1811-1847
to Johnston Livingston re: ready to depart for Tivoli
Crawfurd writes that despite his ill health, he will depart shortly for Tivoli. He expresses his fondness for Johnston's mother, and how he has grieved over her death. Address leaf on p.4.
GLC03107.04149
25 March 1802
Craigie, Andrew, 1744-1819
[Quit claim]
The letter is signed by Andrew Craigie and his wife, Elizabeth Craigie. Alice Pollard signed as a witness and Aaron Hill signed as a witness and Justice of Peace. Craigie vouches that he received $10 from Henry Knox and releases all rights and "quit...
GLC02437.07723
26 February 1786
to Samuel Winslow
For a reference to the date of Winslow's last letter to him, 17 February 1786, see GLC02437.03243. Discusses attempts to get Mrs. Waldo to release her claim on the Waldo patent lands. Is glad to hear that a Mr. Robbins is helping Samuel Winslow in...
GLC02437.03244
1785/02/04
Livingston, Robert III, 1708-1790
Authorization for John Wigram to distrain and appraise goods
Robert, Jr. authorizes John Wigram to enter the house of the late widow of Simon Shutts, to distrain and appraise the goods therein, and to sell them according to the amount of unpaid rent.
GLC03107.04214
30 December 1770
Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790
to Jane Mecom
Written to his sister concerning various matters, including stories of the threatened loss of his position as colonial postmaster, the difficulties he faces for expressing his political opinions, and sending some books Jane had asked for. Franklin...
GLC05508.003
14 November 1942
Astor, Nancy Witcher Langhorne Astor, Viscountess, 1879-1964
to Mr. Wilson
Astor cannot choose a favorite poet; she starts by listing several: Browning, Keats, Kipling, Poe, and Longfellow. Her favorite book to read is the Bible.
GLC05508.023
1869/12/30
Lincoln, Mary Todd, 1818-1882
To: Unknown recipient.
Her health, President Grant.
GLC07944
30 August 1864
Libby, fl. 1864
to Nellie Coit
Libby writes that she has just returned from spending time with her Uncle Charlie's family at the seaside. Gives news and asks about many family and friends…
GLC03603.315
6 April 1860
Coleman, George W., fl. 1857-1886
to Joseph M. Maitland
Informs his cousin that he has married "one of Ills' best virgins. It was said by many that she was the most beautiful bride that they had ever seen. She was dressed in Sky Blue Silk, her fair fell in beautiful curls down her neck... I love her. Yes...
GLC03523.10.027
20 April 1804
Writes that she received his last letter. Discusses her social engagements for the week and provides an update on how their children are faring.
GLC02437.07854
01 May 1800
Swan, Christiana, fl. 1799-1804
to Lucy Flucker Knox
Christiana Swan writes a long letter to her friend Lucy Flucker Knox (Henry Knox's daughter). Miss Swan talks about her sister's wedding and why she has been delayed in writing Lucy. Swan fills Lucy in her trips and gossip.
GLC02437.07398
2 March 1871
Maitland, Ann, 1813-?
to William G. Maitland
Reports to her son on the spring church meeting going on. Says there have been no conversions yet. Discusses the different preachers who have spoken to the congregation. Mentions the marriage of a family friend and comments, "...but so it is when...
GLC03523.10.189
18 May 1880
Doty, Lis, fl. 1880
to Em
Letter addressed "Dear Em." Details an overnight train trip from Cincinnati to Holden, Missouri. Reports on all the people she has seen and places she has been. Describes going to church and seeing "...four or five riding skirts hanging on the side...
GLC03523.10.192
26 October 1795
Beaumez, Sarah Lyons Flucker, fl. 1784-1801
to Lucy Knox
Apologizes for not writing and discusses the delivery of a parcel and a Lisbon merchant.
GLC02437.06550
5 November 1789
Ogden, Samuel, 1746-1810
Notes that he should have replied sooner to Knox's last letter, but wanted to consult [Gouverneur] Morris (Ogden's brother-in-law) first. Laments the poor state of their funds. Notes that Mrs. Ogden is ill. Written at Delaware Works, located in what...
GLC02437.04405
1698/05/03
Indictment of Cornelis Teunise van Vechten
The court indicted van Vechten for the malicious and premeditated act of murdering Anna Schuyler by running over her with his horses and sled.
GLC03107.04880
1 January 1785
North, Joseph, fl. 1738-1785
Provides Knox with the research he asked for regarding deeds and transactions on record for the Muscongus patent. Lists some information regarding ownership of lands by Samuel Waldo and by Mr. [Thomas] and Mrs. [Hannah] Flucker. See GLC02437.09110...
GLC02437.09114
8 March 1828
Webster, Daniel, 1782-1852
to James William Paige
Reports that he received a letter from his cousin-in-law Eliza Buckminster Lee and from his daughter Julia Webster. Referring to the January 1828 death of his wife Grace Fletcher Webster, states that he "lost one half of [his] interest, & motives...
GLC01946.09
1870/05/16
Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885
To Miss Zielin
Inviting her to lunch at the White House. [see .016]
GLC04360.015
Grant, Julia D., 1826-1902
Requesting her assistance in "receiving" guests after tomorrow's lunch. [see .015]
GLC04360.016
1876/02/11
To: Honorable and Mrs. Townsend
Engraved invitation. Inviting them to dinner at the White House
GLC04360.018
1892/05/14
to Mrs. Lattrers
Written by J.M. Cele for Mrs. Grant. Written on mourning stationery. Mrs. Grant is unable to attend a reception to meet Miss. Lee. She has not attended receptions for eight years. Mr. & Mrs. Jesse Grant may attend if they are in town. [With...
GLC04360.020
18 April 1787
O'Connor, Matthias, fl. 1787
[Bill for tuition]
Bill for teaching services provided to Henry Knox's daughter, Lucy and a girl named Betsey, both at boarding school and at home. Docketed by Knox, "for teaching my daughter Lucy and Betsey to write." Date added later in pencil.
GLC02437.03526
3 April 1798
[Land deed to Benjamin Parkman]
Deed affirming the sale of land within the Waldo patent from Henry Knox and his associates to Benjamin Parkman. The portion of land sold was granted to Knox by a resolve of the Massachusetts legislature. Also signed by Thomas Jackson and Mary...
GLC02437.09267
24 June 1825
Informs his brother-in-law of his family's vacation to Niagara Falls. Refers to a visit from Massachusetts Governor Levi Lincoln Jr. and his wife. States that his wife Grace forgot "two white waistcoats and a pair of working pantaloons" for their...
GLC01946.02
circa 1861-1865
Carte de visite of "Grant in Peace."
Photo entitled "Grant in Peace." Grant is in uniform, 3 stars visible on his uniform jacket. Nellie Grant as a child sits in his lap and his dog sits by his knee. [collateral note: following Carte de visites (#88-93) came in an envelope with a...
GLC04360.091
22 January 1773
Sparhawk, Nathaniel, fl. 1773
Requests a subscription for the Lady's Magazine for 1773 for his mother, Eliza Sparhawk, who will pay Knox for it. A post script asks that any reply to this letter be directed to his mother or his brother, Samuel Sparhawk.
GLC02437.00029
1873/08/14
Archer, Edward R., fl. 1830-1917
to Aaron Jeffery
Discusses the health of Mrs. Gibbons and others, Mary's upcoming wedding, and other small happenings. Requests that Aaron "...say a lesson or read something every day."
GLC01896.095
1 October 1870
Remington, William, fl. 1864-1873
[Lease of property to J. M. Cook & Co.]
Marked as a copy. Certifies that Caroline and William Remington are leasing 46 South Howard Street to J. M. Cook & Co. beginning 1 October 1870 for $1200 a year.
GLC03545.24.13
25 March 1859 - February 1861
Prevost, James Charles, 1810-1891
Search of title of William and Caroline Remington
Partially printed document showing the leased properties owned by William and Caroline Remington in Baltimore. Includes the names of the various renters, the lease dates, the addresses, and the cost. On paper printed with Pennington & Read...
GLC03545.24.24
circa 8 July 1845
Woodbury, Elizabeth Williams Clapp, fl. 1843
to Elizabeth Blair Lee
Woodbury, wife of Montgomery Blair, invites Lee to visit Portsmouth and updates her on the affairs of mutual friends and acquaintances. Circa date is based on a reference Woodbury made regarding Lee's 1843 marriage.
GLC03209.27.05
1861-1865
[to Sarah Gibson]
Writes to her niece that she is feeling better and sends news of other family members.
GLC04501.102
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