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to Alexander Hamilton

Angelica writes introducing Mr. Birch. She also mentions plans for the house and the lots purchased. She writesshe hopes to see Alexander soon and that "when your Brain produced a Camillus every day, your heart entirely forgot an Angelica existed."...

GLC09635.05

[Receipt of Lydia Cary]

Receipt stating Cary received $50 from Gideon Savage. This document originally housed in Gideon Savage's wooden chest (GLC01450.013.02) with others decimalized in GLC01450.013.

GLC01450.013.10

[Hair sample of Catherine Hobby]

Folded into a piece of paper on which is written, "Catherine's Hobby hair." Catherine was a daughter of Gideon Savage, a Corporal of Artillery and Artificer for the Connecticut Continental Line in the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War....

GLC01450.013.17

[Hair sample of Nancy Hobby]

Folded into a piece of paper on which is written, "Nancy 's Hobby's hair." Nancy ws a daughter of Gideon Savage, a Corporal of Artillery and Artificer for the Connecticut Continental Line in the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. This...

GLC01450.013.18

to unknown

Discusses the benefits and tribulations of friendship, mentioning two specific friends, Amelia and Matilda. A continuation of this letter is contained on the verso of GLC02437.04401. Address and docket are from GLC02437.04401.

GLC02437.04402

Engraving of Frances E. Willard

One engraving of Frances E. Willard dated circa 1900. Bust portrait of Willard.

GLC08878.0888

[Materials related to Mary Katherine Goddard] [Decimalized .01-.04]

Collection of materials related to Mary Katherine Goddard dated 1789. Pertains to her dismissal as the Postmaster of Baltimore. Consists of four documents that stated the grounds of her dismissal and petition to have her reinstated and letters. These...

GLC09756

to his excellency George Washington Esq. President of the United States

One letter addressed to George Washington from Mary Katherine Goddard dated December 23, 1789. Pertains to reinstating Mary Katherine Goddard as the Postmaster General in Baltimore. Claims that she had not committed misconduct in her position. and...

GLC09756.02

An address delivered before the citizens of Worcester.

Discusses the consequences of dissolution of the Union in the immediate aftermath of the Nullification crisis. Written during the Nullification crisis. "I know, indeed, that the dissolution of the Union would be the source of incalculable injury to...

GLC04972

Ordnance report of the siege train commanded by Colonel R.O. Tyler 1st Conn Arty

Reports on the performance of Tyler's artillerymen during the siege of Yorktown. States that "The guns placed in position before York Town exceeded by 50 percent any guns that had ever before been placed in Siege batteries" ever in world history...

GLC06386

[Photograph of a woman during a holiday party]

One black-and-white photograph of a woman during a holiday party.

GLC09949.02.22

[Photograph of twin sisters]

One black-and-white photograph of twin sisters standing in a yard.

GLC09949.02.23

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia went to an Education Union meeting.

GLC09414.0647

to Kitty

Two of his friends got married and he was absolutely shocked. As for himself, he decided he would not get married until he got out of the army. He wishes she could go to school.

GLC02170.44

to Kitty

He offers to pay for her to go to school in Bloomington.He does not want her to waste herself. He tells her James Reagers is in Louisville, KY currently.

GLC02170.45

to his wife

Writes that he is staying with Cousin James for a fee of ten dollars a month and that he is suffering from a sore throat. He still has the pain in his side, which he hopes does not augur anything fatal. Informs her that he is "applying for the...

GLC06582.44

Come Out! [Volume 1, No. 2 (January 10, 1970)]

One issue of Come Out! dated January 10, 1970. Includes artwork, poetry, fiction, interviews and other stories related to issues pertaining to equal rights for the gay community. Articles in this publication are related to the Christopher Street...

GLC09872.02

[Virginia Confederate soldier's diary recording events of the Seige of Petersburg]

Possibly the diary of James Henry Reid. Signed on cover by J. Henry Reid. In January and February, records social activities. Reports for duty in the army 1 March 1864. Marches to various destinations, and leaves Lynchburg again for Richmond in...

GLC02260

General epistle from the Council of the Twelve Apostles, to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints abroad, dispersed throughout the earth.

Signed in type by President Young and Clerk Willard Richards. A letter narrating Mormon history from their expulsion from Illinois in 1846 until their settlement in Utah and their founding of Salt Lake City. Invites like-minded people in the...

GLC04149

[Kelly family photographs, four in one case]

Four family member portraits in a single thermo-plastic case. Tintype of Mary Kelly and tintype of Sissy Kelly. Ambrotype of James Kelly and ambrotype of their son.
Case closed dimensions 9.8 x 15.2 cm. Case open dimensions (with images showing) 19...

GLC04197.40

Collection of autographs, including Clay, Mary Eddy Baker, Z. Pike (Sr) [Decimalized .01- .08]

GLC04352

[Receipt for payment for a slave named Eliza]

Adam Poole pays Palmer $500 for "a negro girl of dark complexion, about sixteen years of age, known by the name of Eliza or 'Lize,' which I warrant to be sound in body and mind as well as a slave for life." Attested to by [Jessi H. Cleveland?].

GLC06261.01.01

Charles Davidson, in uniform rank obscured, vignette bust portrait

Ink inscription on recto "Yours Truly C. Davidson Co. 'I' 46 Ind. V.V." Graphite inscription on verso "Sallie Horn" "S-136" "Chas. Davidson Co. I 46 Ind. Vet Vols." Photographers imprint on verso: "From D.B. Elrod's Gallery, Lexington, KY."

GLC05111.02.1262

In black suit, vignette bust portrait

Graphite inscription on verso "Sallie Horn" "Lt T. Rogers 46 Indiana 0114." Photographers imprint on verso: "Ewing & Black, Photographers, Ground Floor, Broadway, Logansport, Indiana."

GLC05111.02.1267

In union uniform rank obscured, vignette bust portrait

Graphite inscription on verso "Mosie Chapman my mother's brother Signed Mrs. Mary J. Hawkes." Photographers imprint on verso: "Published by The Metropolitan Photograph Co. 306 Grand St. Cor. Allen, New York."

GLC05111.02.1268

As sergeant, standing full-length portrait

Subject is wearing black coat, holding a black hat in his left hand, while his right hand rests on a pedestal. Graphite inscription on recto "Will Townsand." Graphite inscription on verso "What did you miss about returning to New York? B. Tuesday"...

GLC05111.02.1225

Carte de visite, in union uniform rank obscured, bust portrait

Ink inscription on recto "Yours Truly Wm. Gurley Co. 'I' 46 Ind. V." Graphite inscription on verso "Sallie Horn" "S-138." Photographers imprint on verso: "Carpenter & Mullen Magnolia Gallery Lexington, KY." Cancelled green three-cent tax stamp...

GLC05111.02.1258

Photograph of George Cables, as 1st lieutenant, vignette bust portrait

Graphite inscription on verso "Miss Munro." Ink inscription on verso "Compliments of Your friend George Cables" Photographers imprint on verso: "Photo Americano The Souro Velho No. 15."

GLC05111.02.1127

Carte de visite, as 1st lieutenant, standing 3/4 length portrait

Subject's right hand is behind his back, his left hand rests on a table next to his officer's hat. Ink inscription on recto "Wm. Norton Q.M." Graphite inscription on verso "Mr. Norton." Ink inscription on verso "Kate E. Peet." Photographers...

GLC05111.02.1141

Unidentified couple, standing full-length portrait

Image shows one union officer, rank obscured, wearing an officer's hat and greatcoat. The woman is wearing an overcoat and bonnett. The image has been painted. Photographers imprint on verso: "Manchester Bro's. Photographers, 73 Westminster St....

GLC05111.02.1164

Unidentified enlisted man, standing full-length portrait forage hat in hand

Graphite inscription on verso "for Clara." Photographers imprint on verso: "W. T. & J. S. M'Ewen's Excelsior Photograph Car. Lewistown, Pa."

GLC05111.02.1188

Unidentified 1st lieut. and woman, he is seated, she stands alongside

Graphite inscription on verso "7." Photographers imprint on verso: "D. W. Grout Photographer, Pulaski, NY. This Negative preserved. Duplicates may be had at any time without further sitting." Partial postmark on verso.

GLC05111.02.1075

Unidentified couple, man as union corporal, woman in long dark dress

Graphite inscription on verso "**Book." Photographers imprint on verso: "Hugo Broich, Photographic Artist, No. 359 West Water St., Milwaukee."

GLC05111.02.0987

Young slave girl seated in white dress with black lace

Graphite inscription on verso "Cora Born Jun 25 1861" "slave girl." Cancelled orange two-cent tax stamp on verso.

GLC05111.02.1047

to Lizzie Ellicott

Chastises her lightly for not replying to his note and gift sooner. Mentions that he was in Syracuse, New York and visited Gerrit Smith in Petersboro where he also gave a speech. Hopes to visit in July.

GLC00644

Bust portrait of "Mrs. Ulysses S. Grant."

Bust portrait of "Mrs. Ulysses S. Grant." Engraved by Samuel Sartain.

GLC04360.114

to Henry Knox

Writes that he has been saying good-bye to some very close friends, evidently Loyalists, who are leaving for England. Asks Knox to protect two ladies, "the two Mrs. Wallaces," whose husbands are among those leaving prior to the evacuation, though...

GLC02437.10184

DAR pin.

Daughters of the American Revolution pin; inscribed "212696" on verso.

GLC06196.196

real estate bill for Josephine B. Bruce

GLC09400.649

judicial bill for Josephine B. Bruce

GLC09400.650

to Josephine B. Bruce

acknowledges the receipt of her letter. will apply $250.

GLC09400.657

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Graham from Catharine S. Gregoire dated February 27, 1820. Thanks him for his letter to David expressing concern for her illness. Mentions Charles's regiment and David's routines.

GLC01795.069

to darling Cherry (wife)

He stresses the importance of hope, for only the "hopeful can be contented or happy." He desperately wants to lighten her troubles. She worries he'll be gone 2 years or more, but he assures her that such worries are unfounded.Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.066

to Mrs. James Pillinghart

Sophie and baggage, keys paper and propeller Saturday afternoon addressed.

GLC02745.092

[Slave sale broadside]

"Administrator's Sale! …at public auction, to the highest and best bidder…a likely young Negro Woman, Named Mary, and her child.…J. M. M'Cutchen, Administrator." Posted in Boonville, Missouri-rare slave sale broadsides from west of the Mississippi.

GLC09236

[Portrait of Rosa Parks]

One black and white portrait of Rosa Parks dated 1995.

GLC09778.01