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Pendant miniature of Andrew Jackson's wife Rachel, attributed to Mary C. Strobel

Oval watercolor miniature on ivory, accompanying letter, preserved by the descendants of Mary Eastin Polk, said to have painted by Mary Catherine Strobel. Published in Jackson papers, vol. 4

GLC02793.019.02

Account of Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Livingston owed Cuyler 11 shillings 3 pence for three items, including one involving his daughter Margaret.

GLC03107.00610

to Robert Livingston re: request for his wife to be looked after during his trip

Vetch sends his regards to his father-in law, explaining that his venture should only last 2 months, and entreats Livingston to look after Margaret who is "too much given to MeLanckoly." Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00636

to Robert Livingston re: request for a present and some letters

Jo[h]anna asks her father to send her brother a present of some bacon, and mentions that Madam Winthrop would like a letter from him, as she has not received one since the death of her daughter, Mary. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00968

to Robert Livingston re: news of his family and his affairs

John states that he has just returned from a long and dangerous voyage, and now awaits the arrival of Generall Nicholson every day. His wife is very ill and unlikely to recover, while his sisters Margaret and Hannah appear to be well. Docketed on...

GLC03107.00900

to Robert Livingston re: engagement of John Livingston

Jo[h]anna asks for money to buy clothing, and urges her parents to prevent the marriage of John Livingston to Elizabeth Knight. She also mentions that John and their sister Margaret Vetch are at odds, as Margaret does not approve of the match....

GLC03107.01014

to Robert Livingston re: invitation to learn more of Elizabeth Knight

John expresses his regret that his parents believe Elizabeth Knight to be of poor character, and asks that they write to the Minister of the North Church in Boston, where Elizabeth was brought up, in order to confirm that she is of good fortune and...

GLC03107.01019

to Robert Livingston re: money for clothes, the marriage of John Livingston

Jo[h]anna expresses distress at her father's neglect to write, and desires an answer regarding John's marriage, and money she needs for clothing. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01022

to Robert Livingston re: request that Robert speak to Gov. Hunter

Margaret reiterates her request that Robert speak to Gov. Hunter on her husband's behalf, and informs her father that she will not return home, as she is due to move into a new house.

GLC03107.01074

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased knitting needles from van Dam Jr.

GLC03107.01508

to Robert Livingston re: threshing corn and wheat

Slater writes that a certain old woman who is in Livingston's debt, can not leave her sick husband to pay the debt, but promises to do so eventually. Slater also informs Livingston of the amounts of corn and wheat he and some others have threshed....

GLC03107.01414

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: resolve to keep away from political parties

Patterson states that there is a great deal of feasting and rejoicing in Philadelphia, but states that he is determined to keep away from all party politics. He also mentions that he is quite busy with his business, and forwards Catharine...

GLC03107.03296

to Alexander Milton Ross

One letter from Ruth Brown Thompson to Alexander Milton Ross dated December 30, 1892. Thanking him for a photograph of her father and discussing her sister Annie's hard life and marriage. [Last page appears to be missing]

GLC03007.56.18

to Mrs. M. Schwartz

One v-mail addressed to Eva Schwartz from Tova Schwartz dated February 18, 1945. Thanks her for sending chocolates and for their generosity. Mentions the work being done where she is stationed.

GLC09662.661

to Johnston Livingston re: advice for a student

Matilda praises Johnston for his previous letter and informs him that their mother recently purchased some necessary clothing for him. For the remainder of the letter, she offers Johnston advice for a successful term of study, and also wonders if...

GLC03107.04070

to Dr. Jeffery

Explanation of why Maimie is in Roanoke, news of the death of Hanna Fitz-Hugh, discussion of Jeffery's and her own personal ailments [rheumatism], fondness for Roanoke which she visits in an attempt"to sun up" and feel better, mentions fondness for...

GLC01896.120

to Richard K. Call

Attempts to reconcile a quarrel between General Call and Colonel Joseph M. White before it becomes violent. Two black and white full length seated engravings of Andrew Jackson included.

GLC03926

[Divorce petition of Aaron Burr] [incomplete]

Also signed by Charles O'Conner, Solicitor of Counsel for Burr. Certifies that the adultery charges against Burr's second wife, Eliza Jumel, can be proven. States that Mrs. Burr has committed adultery in the city of New York with Charles Perry...

GLC04052

to Leonard Swett re: opposing re-election of [Lyman] Trumbull

"[K]nowing all [Trumbull's] cold selfish treachery towards [Lincoln], can you not write today, to influential parties in S. and tell them the whole truth." Mrs. Lincoln also denies Mrs. McGuinness the gift of Lincoln's cane, calling her a "low...

GLC07619

To her father

Discusses Christmas, the marriage of friends and the assassination of Dr. Lind.

GLC04522.15

Diary of Sarah Lydia Gilpin 1863-1864

Pages numbered 193 - 382
April 22: Author's mother's birthday
June 8: The author's mother dies.

GLC06846.03

to Sarah [Gibson] Humphreys

A melancholy letter discussing the difficulty of running a profitable plantation. Tobias worries over his children and his failings. He mentions the death of his wife, 20 years ago to the day. He writes of another woman he fell in love with after...

GLC04501.100

Pardon of Martha Taylor (c/s Seward)

Taylor was convicted of Grand Larceny based on circumstantial evidence. Countersigned by William H. Seward.

GLC07400

to Johnston Livingston re: hope for an improvement in Johnston's mother's health

Crawfurd writes that he was greatly relieved to hear Dr. McLean state that Johnston's mother would soon recover from her illness. He also bills Johnston for some oysters he sent him, and complains of his present state of poverty. Address leaf on p...

GLC03107.04129

to G[ilbert] Livingston re: desire to conclude family dispute

J[ohn] writes that he is eager to conclude a dispute over their father's will, and also states that his wife has contracted cholera.

GLC03107.04365

Farewell address of Andrew Jackson

This document is a copy of Andrew Jackson's farewell address. In it, he says "Our country has improved and is flourishing beyond any former example in the history of nations," Jackson writes. Like Washington's farewell address, he warns of the...

GLC03680

to Charles Bulfinch

Listing titles for Trumbull's four existing Revolutionary War paintings in the rotunda of the Capitol and four he proposed to create for the rotunda's empty recesses. The extant paintings depicted Independence Day, Saratoga, York Town, and Annapolis...

GLC02510

to Cummings, Hilliard & Company

Jefferson mentions ordering books for the schools of art and modern languages and ancient and modern history. He writes concerning courses in law at the University of Virginia and the need for books, especially "Thomas' edition of Coke Littleton...

GLC00782.12

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from John D. Roberts to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated July 28, 1974. Roberts supports the impeachment of President Nixon. He writes on United Airlines stationery. He describes his efforts to follow the Judiciary Committee hearings...

GLC09613.02.0934

to Richard Jerome Silbiger and Dorothy Silbiger

One letter from Les Maddow to Richard Jerome Silbiger and Dorothy Silbiger dated July 13, 1943. Les writes he is glad that Richard got the post as a clerk as that means Dorothy can live with him in Tampa. Les has been sent to Rhode Island as a part...

GLC09684.11

to Parents

It is tough to realize that it has already been 18 months since he first joined the army. Back then, "we were quite confident of a speedy success." Thought he would be back by the following spring. "Today everything denotes that we may confidently...

GLC09355.051

to Frank H. Alfriend

Marked "Private" at the top. Davis has not been able to obtain a copy of the biography which Alfriend wrote. The book is available only through subscription. He heard the book was "the best work on the subject which had been produced." He...

GLC05344.02

A bill to be entitled an act to increase the efficiency of the army by the employment of free negroes and slaves in certain capacities

Confederate act stating "free negroes and slaves" shall be enlisted to work as teamsters for the Confederate army. "The efficiency of the army is greatly diminished by the withdrawal from the ranks of able-bodied soldiers to act as teamsters...

GLC08979.04

to Seth Williamson

A British captain discusses military logistics and the advice given to him by General Thomas Gage regarding troop transport. He mentions being in "the Rebellious Town of New York," where there was popular discontent with the Stamp Act of 1765. He...

GLC00278

[Report, possibly by Lieutenant Colonel William Heath, regarding the 33rd Missouri Volunteers]

An anonymous detailed history of the "Merchants Regiment"(33rd Infantry Missouri Volunteers) from its inception in March 1862, through August 1865. Describes numerous skirmishes and battles, including the Yazoo Pass Expedition and Red River Campaign...

GLC00653.02.01

to Connie Wetmore

One letter addressed to Connie Wetmore from Rod Wetmore dated July 16, 1978. Pertains to his beginning his return home. Asks that she get a physical and a Pap smear examination.

GLC09573.02.050

to Rod Wetmore

One letter addressed to Rod Wetmore from Connie Wetmore dated January 16, 1977. Pertains to weather and updates of family and friends. Mentions starting to work at Planned Parenthood. Also notes that their friend Buddy had shown her a gun, which may...

GLC09573.02.059

to Rod Wetmore

One letter addressed to Rod Wetmore from Connie Wetmore dated January 20, 1977. Pertains to weather and updates of family and friends. Mentions snow activities at the trailer park.

GLC09573.02.060

to Rod Wetmore

One letter addressed to Rod Wetmore from Connie Wetmore dated January 24, 1977. Pertains to her work and taking care of their daughter Kathy. Mentions making sales and neighbors Christy and Sherrie.

GLC09573.02.061

to Rod Wetmore

One letter addressed to Rod Wetmore from Connie Wetmore dated February 1, 1977. Pertains to updates of their neighbors and visit from her mother. Describes her mother taking her, their daughter Kathy to dinner at a friend and then McDonald's. Also...

GLC09573.02.064

to Rod Wetmore

One letter addressed to Rod Wetmore from Connie Wetmore dated August 19, 1977. Pertains to saving money to buy a lawnmower and exchange with one of the boys in the neighborhood. Expresses that Rod may have misjudged him. Also mentions Kathy's...

GLC09573.02.070

to Rod Wetmore

One letter addressed to Rod Wetmore from Connie Wetmore dated August 24, 1977. Pertains to the weather, neighbor updates, receiving a check from his stocks and reviewing their trailer insurance.

GLC09573.02.075

to Rod Wetmore

One letter addressed to Rod Wetmore from Connie Wetmore dated August 25, 1977. Pertains to feeling depressed and how she has expressed herself in her past letters. She wants to make an effort to not repress her emotions.

GLC09573.02.077

to Rod Wetmore

One letter addressed to Rod Wetmore from Connie Wetmore dated August 28, 1977. Pertains to missing him and thinking of their wedding night. Also mentions Sam who was stationed in Germany but has since transferred to another hospital with a case of...

GLC09573.02.080

to Rod Wetmore

One letter addressed to Rod Wetmore from Connie Wetmore dated August 31, 1977. Reflecting on how much she loves him. Mentions starting night classes.

GLC09573.02.083