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6 March 1865
Cushing, Edward H., 1829-1879
Houston tri-weekly telegraph. [Vol. 30, no. 148, whole no. 3879 (March 6, 1865)]
The Goliad meeting, Orangeburg captured by Sherman, Maximillian to be recognized.
GLC05959.54.37
10 May 1865
Houston tri-weekly telegraph. [Vol. 31, no. 20, whole no. 3907 (May 10, 1865)]
Address of General Jos. O. Selby to his division to go to Mexico rather than surrender.
GLC05959.54.56
23 November 1864
Houston tri-weekly telegraph. [Vol. 30, no. 173, whole no. 3837 (November 23, 1864)]
Sherman has set fire to Atlanta, completely destroying it, is marching on Charleston, Jubal Early has gone to Richmond.
GLC05959.54.08
30 September 1863
Reynolds, J. L. (James Lawrence), 1814-1877
Confederate Baptist. [Vol. 1, no. 48 (September 30, 1863)]
"An Essay" continues the previous issue's essay, promoting slavery as foundational to Christianity. A few letters to the editor on page 1 describe the condition of local Baptist denominations. An editorial describes the "Supply of Food" in the...
GLC05959.39.37
8 October 1862
Hanleiter & Adair (publishers), fl. 1861-1865
Southern confederacy. [Vol. 2, no. 199 (October 8, 1862)]
"Bull Nelson Shot by General Davis -- The Cause of the Tragedy" details the circumstances surrounding the death of General Bull Nelson, reprinted from the Lynchburg Republican. Concludes with a "special dispatch" stating that General Jefferson C...
GLC05959.09.081
3 March 1863
Southern Confederacy. [Vol. 3, no. 17 (March 3, 1863)]
This newspaper is from the Southern Confederacy and includes main articles on President Jeff. Davis' Message in England, Letter by Jos. E. Brown, "Embezzelling Money in the Post Office Department", and From New Orleans - What Banks is Doing with the...
GLC05959.09.147
June 29, 1862
Southern confederacy. [Vol. 2, no. 115 (June 29, 1862)]
Subjects include the Flag of Truce between Beauregard & Halleck, and The Effort to Abolitionize Kentucky. Includes "A Patriotic Letter from Senator Hill," which discusses his views of the Conscript Act. Advertisements land, food, nurses, and other...
GLC05959.09.041
22 December 1864
Crozier, J., fl. 1862-1864
to Respected Friend
He wanted to see his friend, who is unwell, but was prevented by numerous obstacles. He talks about how the North will prevail and the South will go down. Includes 2 newpaper clippings with poetry entitled "A Prayer for Jeff Davis" and "The Flag of...
GLC02171.02
20 March 1865
Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865
to Eleanor Hammond
All are healthy. Feels "first rate...my health is the best it has been for 4 or 5 years," but would feel even better if he were at home. Hopes this letter will find her and Oscar in a similar condition. Has sent $95.50 in total to her in the form of...
GLC09273.34
21 April 1776
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Lucy Knox
Comments on a fatiguing two day, sixty-four mile journey from Newport, Rhode Island, to Norwich, Connecticut. Indicates that he will stay in Norwich until all the stores are embarked for New York. Mentions that he will make a trip to New London...
GLC02437.00275
19 March 1866
Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson) (1822-1885)
to Phillip Sheridan
Postwar troop adjustments: "Unless you think security demands the retention of some of the white volunteers muster the whole of them out as rapidly as possible. In the case of colored troops, muster out such of them as you think can be spared..."
GLC08148
19 October 1859
Irish, Hugh C., 1832-1862
Paterson Daily Guardian [Vol. VI, no. 905 (19 October 1859)]
Attempting to clarify news of the raid on Harpers Ferry. States the previous days news was unclear as to the specifics of the events, and gives new details available. John Brown, "the hero of numberless border skirmishes in Kansas," attacked...
GLC08827
15-16 May 1860
Douglas, Stephen Arnold, 1813-1861
Non-Interference by Congress with slavery in the territories
On front cover, contains the signature of John Cochrane from Toledo, Indiana. Pages are brittle and frayed along sides.
GLC08587
31 August 1783
Carlile, John, fl. 1783
to Henry Knox
Written by Assistant Adjutant General Carlile to Major General Knox. Says he wants to set out for his home as soon as he can procure transportation for his baggage. As he can only be considered on furlough until the conclusion of peace, he asks...
GLC02437.02444
18 March 1854
Hale, John P., 1806-1873
to Charles Summer
Hale, a New Hampshire State Senator and noted abolitionist, introduces Mr. Vanderbilt (possibly William Vanderbilt, son of Cornelius) of New York City to Summer, a noted abolitionist. States that Vanderbilt will soon visit Washington, D.C.
GLC02504.21
1712/04/14
Borland, John, 1660-1727
to Philip Livingston
Borland writes that he is saddened by news of a "such a villannous Murther by ye Negros and Indians att York." Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02402
1840/10/05
Webster, Daniel, 1782-1852
Great Speech of the Hon. Daniel Webster at Richmond.... [on silk]
Full title: "Great Speech of the Hon. Daniel Webster at Richmond, Virginia, Monday, Oct. 5, 1840. Reported for the Herald, by William H. Attree." Report's Webster's speech at the Whig presidential nominating convention in Richmond with audience...
GLC05862
1854/10/23
Phillips, Wendell, 1811-1884
to Charles T. Beach re: printed circular letter on anti-slavery
"The present is the most auspicious period for the diffusion of antislavery statements." Counter signed by Francis Jackson.
GLC06862
1788/04/01
Hancock, John, 1737-1793
re: 300,000 acres of western territory agreed to be ceded by state of New York
Also discusses funds for "extinquishing by purchase the claims of the native indians". Clerical signatures of Hancock and Samuel Adams. Noted by John Avery Jr. as a "True Copy"
GLC07044
3 August 1771
Verger, Rafael, fl. 1771
to Manuel L. Casa Fonda (in Spanish)
Report on new missions in Monterey. Includes physical conditions of the buildings, abilities of missionaries, obstacles due to local resistance among Indians, settlers and California ranchers.
GLC06297
1 February 1872
Hemans, Daniel Wright, fl. 1872-1881
to Alexander Shiras
Explains that he has not responded to a recent letter because he was ill. Thanks some friends for medicine they sent. Mentions Paul's hemorrhage. Discusses the status of two reservation churches, neither of which had a minister.
GLC02429.15
29 March 1844
Johnson, Cave, fl. 1844
Claims Arising Under the Cherokee Treaty
28th Congress 1st Session Rep. No. 391 House of Represenatives
GLC03776.39
27 August 1842
Harris, William A., fl. 1842
Removal of the Cherokees West of the Mississippi
27th Congress 2nd Session Rep. No. 1098 House of Representatives
GLC03776.43
25 January 1866
Howe, Charles E., fl. 1866
to James S. Brisbin
Typed and signed as a true copy by Albert L. Mills as First Lieutenant and Adjutant First Cavalry. The Officers of the 4th United States Colored Heavy Artillery have invited Brisbin to serve as Colonel of that regiment. Assistant Adjutant General...
GLC01504.02.06
GLC01504.02.07
20 September 1864
Office of Board of Claims/For Slaves enlisted in U. S. service...
State of Maryland. Compensation claim by Joshua Johnson for a slave, Thomas Johnson, he manumitted and enlisted as a USCT, United States Colored Troops. Partially printed document.
GLC09130.01
29 March 1865
Proof of slave ownership
Proof of ownership by Joshua Johnson for the slave Thomas Johnson.
GLC09130.02
1781-1782 circa
Clothing and payroll return document 1st Massachusetts regiment
Recording deficiencies and surpluses.
GLC09134.01
1783 circa
"Account Clothing for the first Massachusetts Regiment for the Year 1783." Signed by Azariah Egleston, Paymaster and Agent.
GLC09134.02
"Account Charges to be made.. for the Year 1783."
GLC09134.03
"Account of the Public Securities Received by Azariah Egleston, Agent..., for and delivered to the Officers and Soldiers...being the Balance Due them, for arrears of pay, Subsistence, Clothing, the Quantity of the Men Engaged further and Commutation...
GLC09134.04
20 April 1850
to Aaron Hobart
Thanks Hobart for a letter and his approval of one of Webster's speeches. Comments: "If we cannot subdue, or restrain, this fanatical abolition Spirits, I know not how we shall get along, without great trouble, or be able to carry on the Govt."...
GLC06313.02
1860
Ward, J.Q.A., fl. 1860-1906
Photographs [3]: "The Freedman", "Indian Hunter", and "Norseman"statues [bronze].
GLC06343.282
1945
H. Hamilton Williams
H. Hamilton Willliams standing outside a house in navy uniform. Reverse says in pencil "H. Hamilton Williams from Roanoke, Va. 1945-" and "30" is stamped.
GLC09587.305
1941-1945
Headshot of H. Hamilton Williams in uniform. His hat says "U.S. Navy" on it. Reverse says "H. Hamilton WIlliams Roanoke, Va."
GLC09587.306
1942
[Vultee "Valiants"]
Newspaper clipping from unknown newspaper. Front is black and white photograph of planes and a man. Caption says: "late in 1943, when Kelly became a training center for instructors, these Vultee 'Valiants' joined its fleet." Handwritten notes say "BT...
GLC09587.066
3 July 1943
Negroes' Flying Unit Scores First Victory
Newspaper clipping details a successful mission of a black air force unit. It mentions that General Dwight D. Eisenhower congratulated the first lieutenant, Charles Hall of Brazil, Indiana for shooting down an enemy plane.
GLC09587.071
1919-1943
Finley, Otis E. Jr., fl. 1941-1945
[Planes in a field]
Four planes in a field. Reverse says "photography by Otis E. Finley Jr. 2nd Lt. H.C Box 89, I AAF, Alabama."
GLC09587.119
10 June 1942
Virginia Department of Education
Commonwealth of Virginia, department of education
Diploma awarded to Eugene Warsenure Williams for graduating from Lucy Addison High School. It is signed by the Principal, Superintendent of Schools, and Chairman of School Board. There is a seal and stamp from the school. Bottom left corner of...
GLC09587.133
circa 1942
Hampton Institute
[Acceptance to Hampton Institute]
Envelope and note documenting admission to the Hampton Institute. Envelope is addressed to Mr. Eugene W. Williams from the Student Personnel Services. The note within it asks Eugene to arrive on September 2, 1942.
GLC09587.134
[Eugene Williams' class schedule]
Eugene Williams' class schedule at the Hampton Institute. Mentions the time and location of each of his classes: P.E, Chemistry, Com., Biology, Math, and Poultry Husbandry. Reverse has a note about schedule of an exam written in pen.
GLC09587.135
10 May 1944
Callender, John W., fl. 1944
to Cordelia Williams
Letter from the United States of America Railroad Retirement Board states that Coredlia Williams may be entitled to some money because of the death of LeRoi Williams. There are instructions of what documents to provide in order to recieve payment.
GLC09587.042
3 June 1944
The letter states the $10.68 money award that Cordelia Williams will receive on bahalf of "Le Roi" Williams. The money given to her was earned by LeRoi who appears to have worked for a railroad company.
GLC09587.043
28 October 1947
Williams, LeRoi S., 1919-1943
Last Will and Testament of LeRoi Williams
This document is the last will and testament of LeRoi Williams and is signed by him. There is a stamp on the reverse with the date when it was received by. It was written on August 31, 1943. He leaves his estate "real, personal, and mixed" to his...
GLC09587.044
1939-1945
Program of the Chapel Service
The program lists the order of speakers and singers for a chapel service that was most likely for LeRoi Williams. It also lists who the pallbearers and flower girls were.
GLC09587.046
circa 1939-1945
unknown, fl. 1939-1945
[Photograph of four African Americans at Prince Hall Shriners event]
One undated black and white photograph of four African Americans. Image is of two men in military uniforms sitting with two women at a table. There are names written on the bottom edge identifying the individuals (from left to right) as Glen, Kaye...
GLC09724.11
unknown, fl. 1941-1945
[Portrait of officer at Tuskegee Army Airfield]
One undated photograph of an officer posed outside at Tuskegee Army Airfield.
GLC09645.010
19 April 1879
Brown, John Jr., 1821-1895
to Alexander Milton Ross
One letter from John Brown Jr. to Alexander Milton Ross dated April 19, 1879. Discussing books on the population of the world, the emigration of African Americans and a paper he is writing.
GLC03007.56.05
[Group photograph of airplane mechanics]
One undated black-and-white photograph of a group of mechanics working on an aircraft.
GLC09645.081
[Buildings located near Tuskegee Army Air Field]
One undated black-and-white photograph of buildings near Tuskegee Army Air Field. A vehicle is parked near the front entrance of one building.
GLC09645.075
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