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Knoxville tri-weekly whig and rebel ventilator. [Vol. 1, no. 1 (July 26, 1864)]

Reports capture of Atlanta by Sherman, opposition to granting "open & avowed" Rebels the right to vote in upcoming election, death of General Faulkner & Colonel Forrest, defeat of General Forrest, affirmation of Lincoln's handling of the war.

GLC06107.04

In civilian suit, seated 1/2 length portrait with right hand in lap

Graphite inscription on verso "**Book" "Clement L. Vallandigham of Ohio Violent Opponent of Lincoln" "63.2.P." Photographers imprint on verso: "Published by E. & H.T. Anthony 501 Broadway New York. From Photographic Negative in Brady's National...

GLC05111.02.0881

to his brother-in-law, parents and sister

Written at Camp of the 105th Illinois regiment. Explains that the mail has not gone out for a while because of the Battle of Resaca. He is glad to hear everyone at home is doing well. Writes that he hopes that when the fighting is done the war is...

GLC07460.080

Louisville daily courier. [No. 11 (October 25, 1861)]

Pro-South newspaper published by Green & Co., publishing and sale agents in Nashville, Tennessee. Edited by Robert McKee and Haldeman. Mention of imprisonment of P. Phillips Family in Washington and of American-British correspondence over...

GLC00847

Dome of the City Hall--Scene at Midnight

GLC09118.02

to L.P. Chase, Secretary of the Treasury

He wishes to establish a scientific and religious institution. He mentions Fellows as a mutual acquaintance as a way of introduction.

GLC02745.018

to Edwin M. Stanton

Jenks writes to Stanton, Secretary of War, regarding his pay between the date of his dismissal and the time he received notification of dismissal. Colonel Bliss confirms Jenks' claims.

GLC02750.061

How the South Rejected Compromise in the Peace Conference of 1861

Published by the Loyal Publication Society. Number 37 in a series. The contents of the pamphlet come form the notes of a member of the Loyal Publication Society. Includes a brief historical introduction to the Peace Conference of February 1861....

GLC01265.10

to Mary C. Hitchcock

"Staton is not an abolitionist...He has made himself so antipodal to Fremont..." Stanton also "hates McClellan quite as badly....McClellan's plan of attack via Yorktown was one of the worst conceived military enterprises ever undertaken..." Left...

GLC08304

to Samuel Medary

Writes about the Fugitive Slave Act: "...the law of 1850...is the most unwarrantable violation of the rights and sovereignty of the states we have ever witnessed. The South, in my opinion, are committing a fatal error in urging and insisting on this...

GLC09070

to Nathaniel Prentiss Banks

General Rosecrans transmits a telegraph to Banks, commander the Department of the Shenandoah. Discussing military matters, mentions Generals John Charles Frémont, Irvin McDowell, John Joseph Abercrombie, and George McClellan, and Edwin McMasters...

GLC02330.01

to William Willard

Gideon Welles informs Willard, the Warden of the State Prison at Wethersfield, Connecticut, that he is ordering him to imprison five sailors convicted of capital crimes: Wesley B. McLane, James Wilson, James Brown, James Stivers, and Francis Johnson...

GLC00517

The Hero's own story. General Sherman's official account of his great march through Georgia and the Carolinas ...

Title continues, "...from his departure from Chattanooga to the surrender of General Johnston, and the Confederate forces under his command." Also includes, "General Sherman's evidence before the Congressional Committee on the conduct of war; the...

GLC00267.335

to Edwin D. Morgan

General Viele writes a note of introduction for Lionel Jobert D'Epineuil, of a Zouave Regiment. Informs Morgan, Governor of New York, that the Secretary of War (Simon Cameron) has encouraged the introduction of true French Zouave organization and...

GLC05054

[Handwritten copies of documents pertaining to the Adjutant General Department's continued rejection of Wallen's requests]

Contains responses to Wallen's repeated requests to see action in the Army of the Potomac, and his belief that he was not promoted because he was a Southerner (he was born in Georgia, and served in Florida before the Civil War). The manuscript...

GLC04742

[Sealed certification of the Thirteenth Amendment]

Seward, Secretary of State, certifies accompanying true copy of Thirteenth Amendment (GLC03264.02). Contains faded seal and fragmented dark blue ribbon. Partially printed on United States Department of State paper.

GLC03264.01

to John Conness

Commander in Chief of the Army Sherman writes to Conness recounting information that he has learned about Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton. He comments on Stanton's maneuvering to boost General Joseph Hooker and "pull me down." Sherman remarks,...

GLC03341.02

to Minister of Peru

Cautions the government of Peru not to return to Monarchy.

GLC05327

Daily dispatch. [Vol. 20, no. 66 (September 19, 1861)]

Retreat of the First Georgia Regiment from Garrick's Ford, The Recent Engagement in Kentucky between Confederate Batteries and Federal Vessels, More Treachery of Lincoln, General McClellan tried to get in the Confederate Service, Movements of General...

GLC05959.56.073

[Cancelled bond]

A note on the second page is signed by John Gleason. Appears to be a receipt of a note for a lot of land in Lincoln, Maine. A sworn statement by Knox that the note for John Foot has been fully paid.

GLC02437.07651

The Tri-weekly telegraph. [Vol. 29, no. 66, whole no. 3721 (August 21, 1863)]

News from New Orleans and the North. A Northern view of intervention. Letter from Brownsville. Speech of Vice President Stephens. Lincoln's proclamation. To the preachers of the East Texas, Texas, and Rio Grande Conferences. The poor of Houston.

GLC05959.51.086

Brownlow's Knoxville Whig and rebel ventilator. [Vol. 1, no. 40 (October 19, 1864)]

Unpublished letters by Andrew Jackson, How McClellan's plan originated, Proclamation by the Governor, Indiana goes for Lincoln, The French defeat the Mexicans, Matamoros occupied by the French, Brisk firing in front of Petersburg, Cavalry fight near...

GLC05959.50.35

to William Hoffman

Scott writes to Hoffman expressing gratitude for Lincoln's approval of parole. Hoffman was Commissary General of Prisoners. Scott also thanks him and asks that a letter be forwarded to his nephew. The younger Scott came from Bellfield, VA.

GLC01889.02

to Ernest R. Ackerman

President-elect Taft agrees with New York Congressman Ackerman that Lincoln's face ought to be put on coins and stamps, but he cannot aid this process until after his inauguration. Written on personal stationery from Augusta, Georgia.

GLC01995

As rear-admiral, seated full-length portrait with hands in lap

Porter is seated wearing Lincoln mourning ribbon. Graphite inscription on verso "Porter" "Admiral D. D. Porter Fair for S. & Sailor's Home Nov 4th 1863." Photographers imprint on verso: "O.H. Willard's Galleries, 1206 Chestnut St. No...

GLC05111.02.1421

to John G. Nicholay

Sanford, U. S. Marshal, requests that General Nicholay, Private Secretary of President Lincoln, assist Captain Ethan Jenks in delivering an Executive Communication from Rhode Island Governor James Y. Smith. States that the Communication (not...

GLC02750.055

Staunton spectator. [Vol. 40, no. 29 (December 15, 1863)]

General Orders Published by General Imboden and Cooper, Our Losses at the Battle of Chattanooga, Lincoln's Message Stating that he will not attempt to retract or modify his Emancipation Proclamation and that he will not return to slavery.

GLC05959.65.04

to Horatio Seymour

Colonel of the first regiment of Union marksmen, "Berdan's Sharpshooters," to NY Governor Horatio Seymour, supporting requests for promotion for several of his men. [Berdan personally demonstrated his marksmanship to President Lincoln when requesting...

GLC09270

to Libbie Elmore

The terms Sherman and Johnston agreed upon have not been ratified by the authorities at Washington. He hopes there will be no more fighting but he doesn't have the faith in the new president that he did in Lincoln.

GLC06588.205

Diary of member of 33rd New York Regimental Band

Diary of musician, includes descriptions of 2 photos taken by Mathew Brady, on field near Bull Run (included as .02 and .03), as well as review by Lincoln and McClellan, Professor Lowe warning of enemy's advance from his balloon, etc.

GLC06889.01

Genl.s Sedgwick, Colburn, and Sackett seated in front of tent, Harrison's Landing, Va. August 1863 ca.

Inscription on verso: "John Sedgwick A.V. Colburn D.B.Sackett." Additional inscription on verso: "#653 Gen John Sedgwick Col D.B. Sackett, Lieut Col. Colrun A.V. Harrison's Landing, Va. Aug 1863." Formerly part of H.W. Fay's (keeper of Lincoln...

GLC05111.01.0614

[to Henry Jackson]

Knox received Jackson's letter via Benjamin Lincoln and was happy to have news of his son. Knox says the family is very upset that his daughter seems to have consumption. He proclaims, "My God the misery of this world!"

GLC02437.07396

to Henry Knox

Writes to inform Knox that a "Bill of Exchange for 500 Dollars" from General Benjamin Lincoln came and he paid it. There is now a balance due to Knox of 200 dollars which he can get from Loring whenever he likes.

GLC02437.01533

[Maine land indenture for Thomas Goldthwait]

Also signed by Jonathan Lowder. Agreement outlining the renting of the land in Lincoln County by Goldthwait from Preble and Lowder. Indicates indenture will last approximately three years and permit building on the land. Discusses rent and payment...

GLC02437.00042

to Berdille

He has gained experience in setting guard. He describes the process. He tells the story of a soldier that was found drunk in the guard house and was promptly taken to jail. He decribes the colorful Methodist preacher.Written in Camp Lincoln

GLC02182.07

to dear wife

He found a friend's shawl safe in the officers' tent. Many soldiers were sworn in to service. One boy tried to get a discharge because he never expected to go and only joined because the other boys taunted him. Written in Camp Lincoln

GLC02182.11

to dearly beloved

They were in Jersey city a brief period of time time before travelling to Philadelphia. They were there until one when they rode by cattle car to Havre de mall . At Jersey City Christopher came to see them. Written in Camp Lincoln

GLC02182.14

To her husband George Tillotson

Cross written. Family friends inquire on their son's death, wanting to bring the body home. Copperheads claiming the war will continue four more years if Lincoln is reelected. Farm business. Accompanied by a recipe for dye in a child's hand...

GLC04558.171

to Henry Lee Scott

Written as a civilian in Springfield, Illinois, informing Colonel H. L. Scott that he had received an appointment as a lieutenant from President Lincoln, was accepting it, and was reporting to him for orders. Two bust engravings of Baker included as...

GLC02458.02

In dark suit with bowtie, seated 1/2 length portrait, hands in lap

Graphite inscription on verso "R.B. Zimmerman (?) Point Stone 1866 Signed Note Mr. Lincoln $16,666.00" Photographers imprint on verso: "City Gallery, South Side of Square, Springfield, Ill. F. McNulty, Artist." Cancelled red one-cent tax stamp...

GLC05111.02.0997

The confederate states. [Vol. 6, no. 19 (November 15, 1862)]

Major-General R. Taylor assures inhabitants of St. Martin, St. Mary, and Lafayette counties that their residences and possessions will be safe with him there. Some ads in French. Proclamation by Lincoln regarding conscription. Gray and brownish...

GLC06208.09

to Elizabeth Smith

He believes the unit may be ordered back to Ellicotts Mills to guard the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. Most of the men in the regiment have nine month enlistments that will be ending soon. Nine month men are called "Lincoln's pets."

GLC04189.44

to Louis L. Emmerson

Confidential letter written to the Governor of Illinois about America's economic situation during the Great Depression and the prospect of continued destitution. Praises Emmerson's "organization last winter" and discusses the need for earlier...

GLC03146

[True copy of the Thirteenth Amendment]

Accompanied by Seward's certification (GLC03264.01) confirming this as a true copy of the Thirteenth Amendment: "Section 1. Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted...

GLC03264.02

to Lile Miller

Written at Camp Tennaly. Miller writes, "...we have to guard the village and the tavern doors to prevent the soldiers from getting liquor and they put such men there as does not drink and cannot be bribed for the soldiers will do almost anything for...

GLC02155.006

to Edwards Pierrepoint

Stanton, Secretary of War, updates Pierrepont regarding the activities of Mrs. Pierrepont, who was visiting Washington, D. C. Denies charges leveled in the Tyler case, in which a woman claimed property injury sustained from "Yankee barbarians."

GLC01428

to C. L. Pascal

Written by Brigadier General Meigs as Quartermaster General of the Army. References Pascal's letter of 6 April 1862 that enclosed illustrations of his plan for sinking the CSS "Merrimac." Says they have been referred to the Secretary of the Navy...

GLC07363

[Scrapbook of James M. Bailey]

Professionally prepared scrapbook entitled "History Set Right," published in 1869, with 2 pamphlets and 2 maps bound into the book. Also bound in are two colored lithographs of the "Manassas" and the "Louisiana" (original 19th century binding stubs...

GLC04965

[Endorsement of the creation of Berdan's sharpshooters]

Wadsworth endorses s clerical copy of a letter from Major General Nathaniel P. Banks to Secretary of War Simon Cameron, with his own approval of the establishment of "Berdan's Sharpshooters." Banks recommends that "the Rifle shooters what Mr. Berdan...

GLC06585