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to Frank

Writes that in addition to telegraph operator and Adams express agent, he is also acting as rail road agent. He writes that he would not trade his current position for any commission in the regiments. Promises to reply to a letter Frank sent him...

GLC06728.084

Sixty-Second Anniversary Church Booklet of Haven Memorial United Methodist Church.

One souvenir booklet printed by the Haven Memorial United Methodist Church commemorating their 62nd anniversary from 1931-1975. Item contains the church's history, messages from the bishop and minister, memoriams, photos of church members, messages...

GLC09641.08

to Lucy [incomplete]

Breck writes to her friend Lucy, likely Lucy Flucker Knox, daughter of Henry Knox. Discusses the marriage of Lucy's brother (possibly Henry Jackson Knox, who married in May 1803). Mentions the engagements of other friends, noting, "...all my...

GLC02437.09445

We, the undersigned, Non-Commissioned Officers, Artificers, Musicians, and Privates of Co. I 7th, Regt. Rhode Island Volunteers do hereby acknowledge to have received of Capt. Ethan A. Jenks, Com'dg Co "I" the several articles of Clothing

Form to acknowledge the delivery of clothing items to soldiers by Captain Jenks. Signed by members of the Seventh Regiment, Rhode Island Volunteers who recieved items of clothing. The same witness affirmed all their signatures, Samuel McAlroy. The...

GLC02750.447

[Congratulatory address to his men after capturing Elizabeth City, North Carolina]

Congratulating his men on the Union's naval victory and capture of Elizabeth City, North Carolina. During this battle the Union also destroyed what little was left of the Confederate navy, for the time being. Applauds his men's "coolness, gallantry...

GLC04405

People's press. [Vol. 12, no. 38 (January 23, 1863)]

Message of President Jefferson Davis, Springfield Captured by Confederates.
A long message from Davis describes battles, defense efforts, and collaboration with European governments, as well as treatments of prisoners of war and items needed. An...

GLC05959.27.02

to Henry Knox

Notes that Captain Randall is not leaving as soon as she expected, thus she can add more lines to her letter, a continuation of GLC02437.00642. Writes, "I forgot to tell you how much I am mortified at having received an epistle from you wrote upon...

GLC02437.00643

"Thou Wilt Think of Me"

features poem

GLC08413.21

"Am Thinking, Sadly Thinking"

features poem

GLC08413.22

"The Word"

features poem

GLC08413.23

"Bend Softly Down"

features poem

GLC08413.24

"Country Home"

features poem

GLC08413.25

"Be Kind to Each Other"

features poem

GLC08413.26

Poem

Two stanza poem in McParlin's hand (author unknown) about someone being watched over from the heavens. Written on stationery of the 37th U.S. Congress, House of Representatives.

GLC02649.24

The Nebraska question comprising speeches in the United States Senate by Mr. Douglas, Mr. Chase, Mr. Smith, Mr. Everett, Mr. Wade, Mr. Badger, Mr. Seward, and Mr. Sumner...

(title continues)... together with the history of the Missouri Compromise Daniel Webster's memorial in regard to it-- History of the annexation of Texas-- the organization of Oregon Territory-- and the Compromise of 1850. Published by Justus S...

GLC05116.01

President Roosevelt and Party on the ruins of the old Spanish Fort at Dorchester

The president and the men and women accompanying him stand in casual attitudes on the rocks. Most have their backs toward the camera and appear to be examining something out of frame on their right.

GLC06449.33

[Photograph of Japanese-American crowd]

One undated black-and-white photograph of a group portrait of a Japanese-American group gathering outside. Pictured in the front row are women dressed in kimonos. Behind them is a seated crowd, a band, and cherry blossom trees.

GLC09860.031

to Colonel Fowler

Carrington, the treasurer of the recently formed Society of Cincinnati of Virginia, certifies that two officers have paid membership dues of one month's pay. The interest from the dues went to Cincinnati and their families who were in financial...

GLC01450.627.02

to R. H. Pomeroy

Spinner, United States Treasurer, discusses financial matters with Pomeroy, a lawyer from Mohawk, New York. Discusses troops from New York who were stationed in Virginia. Declares "If the officers were only worthy of the men they command, what a mark...

GLC00431.07

"Propositions made by the Cayouges Sachims to the Magistrates of Albany"

The Cayugas Sachems state that they have come to Corlaers house for counsel, and to refute the Oneida's accusation that they are responsible fo the mischief caused in Virginia. They relate their fears of the French in Canada, and ask for powder and...

GLC03107.01984

[Petition to the committee considering the claims of Frankfort]

Unsigned, but content and handwriting suggest that the author is Henry Knox. Explains the history of the town of Frankfort, discusses whether it is part of the Waldo patent, and considers who owned the territory, and at what times.

GLC02437.07842

[Pardon of Richard W. Davis for cruelly and inhumanly beating a Negro in Georgetown].

Countersigned by Acting Secretary of State Asbury Dinkins. Pardoned by Jackson after serving his one-month prison sentence because Davis was unable to pay a fine of $10 and court costs, and on the recommendation of the judge and the district...

GLC04211

to Lile Miller

Writes, "... the different Regts keep the People that live around here, they come into camp and gather up all the Bread meat an coffee the Boys do not make use of which is not a little, they are generally women and children, and I must say I should...

GLC02155.102

[Photograph of a family]

One photograph of a family circa 1920. The photograph features a group of men women and children sitting on the edge of a porch. There are four women, three men, and four children. Same as GLC10047.02.313. A notation on the rear reds, "Part of the...

GLC10047.02.390

to Mary L. Kessler

Writes to his mother from Camp Douglas. Reports they may be heading to Mexico within a month. Notes they will go to New York City and connect with General Ambrose E. Burnside's expedition. Comments no furloughs are to be granted to their regiment...

GLC03523.52.33

to Arthur Ruhl

One letter from Perrin C. Galpin addressed to Arthur Ruhl dated March 24, 1922. Pertains to his future assignment in Russia where he will be paid $200 a month. Expected leave date from England would be March 25.

GLC09761.02

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox it may be too late in the season to procure the quantity of poultry Knox had wanted. Notes he will procure the deer in June and advises Knox to have his park fixed before their arrival. Describes the quantity and type of land the deer...

GLC02437.06286

to John Hall

Reports no news from Europe or General Nathanael Greene. Hopes that the Comte de Grasse comes to Chesapeake Bay to support the Americans against Lord Cornwallis, which he did later that month. Also notes that "Vermont is to be admitted into the Union...

GLC00297.01

On Speculation.

A poetic broadside, attacking speculators and stressing the need for patriotism. Contains 15 stanzas, each with a faded ink "X" next to it. Signed "A.H.B." The broadside calls on Confederates to fight rather than "speculate" at home. Expounds upon...

GLC04975

[envelope to Lydia A. Bishoff}

Envelope from Martinsburg, VA, with the poem, "On Guard" printed on the front, addressed to Miss Lydia A. Bishoff, German settlement, Preston Co., VA.

GLC03523.40.37

"For those who gave their all"

One poster entitled, "For those who gave their all." Text pertains to a poem by Grantland Rice. Poem has been printed in its entirety and refers to the deaths of 47,000 American soldiers in France during World War I.

GLC09807.01

Envelope

The envelope has a image of George Washington. The caption is a poem about Washington.

GLC06627.03.116

Envelope

The envelope has a image from the pennsylvainia state seal. The caption reads "Pennsylvania Volunteers." with a poem about the volunteers

GLC06627.03.117

Envelope

The envelope has a image of a man riding a goose. The caption reads "Jeff Sound On The Goose." followed by a poem.

GLC06627.03.036

Envelope

The envelope has a image of Col. Ellsworth, and a poem " memorial to Col. Ellsworth."

GLC06627.03.057

Envelope

The envelope has the poem Union Forever on it surrounded by a styalized boarder.

GLC06627.03.077

The Soldier's Return.

Miniature pamphlet containing poem "The Nine Months Man." Published: Johnstons Print.

GLC02739.093

Volunteer descriptive list and Account of Pay and Clothing of James Hoard Jr., Co. I, Seventh Regt, R. I.Volunteers.

Account and description of materials and pay due to James Hoard, Jr. for his service in the Company. Signed by Captain Ethan A. Jenks, Maj. Caldwell, and Major Emery as Paymaster at a later date. Many notes describing the ongoing pay history of James...

GLC02750.434

Title page of The Ladies Repository dated 1861

One title page for The Ladies Repository dated 1861. Features a woman seated at a table under a tree looking out at a pastoral scene.

GLC08878.1885

Victoria Josephine (Moor) Coolidge: Mother of Calvin Coolidge about the time of her marriage

One print of Victoria Josephine Coolidge as a young woman just before marrying John C. Coolidge.

GLC08878.2108

to Donna Doniak

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from Don Flack dated January 3, 1950. Asks if she received a card from and mentions his finances.

GLC10079.03.14

to Donna Doniak

One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from Don Flack dated January 17, 1950.

GLC10079.03.15