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1852
Stannard & Dixon
The Tom-Tit polka.
Sheet music cover from the play Uncle Tom's Cabin. "Companion to the Topsy Polka, composed by Stephen Glover." Image of a young girl with short, dark, curly hair. Lithograph by A. Laby.
GLC05508.013.03
03 March 1791
Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826
Act of Congress
Act of Congress calling upon President Wahsington to "cause an estimate to be laid before Congress at their next session, of the quantity and situation of the lands not claimed by the Indians, nor granted to, nor claimed by any citizen of the United...
GLC08117
22 April 1853
Hatch, John Porter, 1822-1901
to William E. Jones
Outlines the debts he has paid for Jones. Reports the activities of Companies C, E, and J. Asks Jones to provide his family with a hospital tent. Includes a postscript acknowledging receipt of five dollars for Jones for rifles. Addressed to Lieut...
GLC02711.20
2 September 1787
Sargent, Winthrop, 1753-1820
to Henry Knox
Sargent sends the proceedings of a meeting of Ohio Company agents that took place 29 August (refer to GLC02437.03648). Notes that keeping part of their purchase "out of sight" had enhanced the value of the first [1000] shares. Offers Knox his...
GLC02437.03651
1902
Underwood & Underwood, fl. 1888-1930
Little Negro Tea Pickers singing Pickaninny songs for President Roosevelt
A group of children with their backs to the camera, among whom a young girl in a white dress stands out, occupies the foreground. The children face President Roosevelt, who has several other men around him. The President and his associates stand...
GLC06449.32
22 January 1822
Gay, Ebenezer, 1771-1842
to Aaron Hobart
Discusses his "claim before the Commrs under the Florida Treaty," possibly referring to the Adams-Onis Treaty. Seeks Hobart's assistance, mentioning that he will compensate Hobart with the commissions of the estate in return. Notes that a...
GLC06313.04.141
July 1859
Taney, Roger Brooke, 1777-1864
The Quarterly Law Journal, vol IV, No 3, [163] - 202.
Circuit court case of United States v. Amy, re: slave stealing letter written by her master. Arrested under Section 22 of the Act of Congress which provides that "Any person shall steal a letter from the mail, the offender shall, upon conviction, be...
GLC09087
15 December 1931
Lockhart, Charley, fl. 1898-1941
[to Texas pension recipients]
Lockhart relates that since the pension fund is exhausted, he has been acquiring funds from the State Highway Investment Fund to pay pensioners. Writes "This fund is also exhausted, but as the Christmas holidays are nearing and I am desirous of...
GLC02386.04
circa 1918
Dixie Editors Fear Dry Force Bill Will Lead to Negro Controls in South; Destroys States Rights
Prohibition broadside railing against the prospect of prohibition, because it opens the door to northern infringement upon southern whites. "[The fourteenth] amendment gives to Congress the power to force upon the South a vote for the negro - and a...
GLC09079
13 July 1879
Tarbell, J., fl. 1879
to Blanche Kelso Bruce
mentions Judge Humphries' death and how he wants to take his place.
GLC09400.454
7 March 1879
Cauley, D.W., fl. 1879
wants appointment as deputy under James Hill, who was recently appointed collector of the district of Mississippi.
GLC09400.478
10 April 1880
introducing Oliver White.
GLC09400.504
4 March 1879
introducing Mr. Gage, his chief clerk
GLC09400.448
31 January 1879
Howe, A.R., fl. 1879
asks senator to aid Saul B. Raymond.
GLC09400.495
1880
Harris, A.B., fl. 1880
introducing H.B Bromwell.
GLC09400.503
5 May 1880
Townsend, J.B., fl. 1879-1880
thinks it necessary for the Post Master to be removed to ensure the success of the Republican party,
GLC09400.528
January 1880
Shorteo, A., fl. 1880
wants appointment for a route agent.
GLC09400.535
May 1897
Normal's 22nd Commencement of the Agricultural and Mechanical College
program which states that Blanche Kelso Bruce is the annual speaker. 2 copies.
GLC09400.567
20 January 1875
Resolution of the Legislature of Ohio
protesting Against the action of the United States military authorities in the expulsion of certain members of the Lousiana Legislature. 6 copies
GLC09400.569
16 January 1879
Hall, P.C., fl. 1876-1878
would like to be appointed to a clerkship instead of re-appointed to collectorship
GLC09400.388
13 February 1878
Harris, E.P., fl. 1878
asks him to use his influence to get him the job of railway mail agent.
GLC09400.389
6 March 1879
Sunut, J. R., fl. 1878
to James Hill
has forwarded an application for deputy collector to Hill.
GLC09400.406
29 January 1879
encloses letter of J.Reed who wants to be a route agent.
GLC09400.417
14 May 1878
endorses M. Ferguson as one of the Commissioners to be appointed
GLC09400.331
5 January 1878
Thomas, Anna W., fl. 1878
asks him to speak to the Secretary about their protection.
GLC09400.351
20 January 1878
Henderson, Ambrose, fl. 1877
writing to inform him of N.G. Henderson's appointment as Collector of Customs and now awaited confirmation.
GLC09400.324
8 March 1880
Ferrer, S., fl. 1877
introducing M.L Brady
GLC09400.330
2 December 1878
Tindall, R.M., fl. 1879
congratulates him on his marriage and expresses interest in the Hong Kong consulate
GLC09400.333
2 February 1878
Henderson, W.S., fl. 1878
now that he has accepted the position of collector of customs, he waiting the arrival of the oath. requests that Bruce speed things up so he can begin as possible.
GLC09400.340
8 March 1878
Kern, H.C., fl. 1878
serves as an introduction for C.D. Frost
GLC09400.347
7 November 1878
Spellman, James J., fl. 1877-1880
there is a vacancy in the postal dept. due to a death. hopes Bruce can secure the spot for him.
GLC09400.358
10 January 1878
letter of introduction for H.E. Sizer.
GLC09400.375
19 March 1878
Sneed, N.D., fl. 1878-1879
asks him to consider his reappointment. also requests a post route map of Mississippi and Louisiana.
GLC09400.377
31 January 1878
Simmons, R.A., fl. 1878
thanks him for a copy of the report of the commissioner of agriculture.
GLC09400.382
19 February 1877
Stafford, E.K., fl. 1876-1877
informing him that Mr. Lynch has promised to secure his appointment as P.M of Greenville in the event of Hayes being declared president.
GLC09400.263
5 March 1877
Emlad, G., fl. 1877
asks that he do all he can for G.V Boswell.
GLC09400.266
24 February 1877
regarding Captain S.R Blow, building him up, promoting him.
GLC09400.267
17 March 1877
Shockleford, C.G., fl. 1877
asks him to see Mr. French
GLC09400.269
27 January 1877
Yeandle, N.H., fl. 1877
asks for his assistance in obtaining a job as a Railway Postal Clerk or Route Agent.
GLC09400.303
15 October 1991
Storey, John, 1957-?
[Photograph of pro-choice activists protesting against Clarence Thomas's confirmation to the Supreme Court]
One press photograph taken by John Storey of the San Francisco Examiner dated October 15, 1991. Image is of two women protesting. On the reverse side are newspaper clippings pasted on. The text identifies the two women as Regina Evans and Theresa...
GLC09741.11
2 March 1852
Richardson, William H., fl. 1852
"Statements Relative to Slaves Executed, Reprieved for Transportation &c. "
One pamphlet entitled, "Statements Relative to Slaves Executed, Reprieved for Transportation &c," dated March 2, 1852. Contains three pages of tables that gives the names of enslaved people, slaveowner names, crimes charged against the enslaved...
GLC09820
1934
Rogers, J.A., 1880-1966
The Key to 100 Amazing Facts About the Negro
One newsletter entitled, "The Key to 100 Amazing Facts About the Negro," written by J.A. Rogers dated 1934. Lists 1-- facts about African Americans from origins in Africa, misconceptions of "illiteracy and intelligence," and advances made in science...
GLC09640.245
1957
Journal of Negro Education
The Journal of Negro Education [Volume XXVI, No. 3 (Summer 1957)]
One issue of The Journal of Negro Education entitled, "The Negro Voter in the South" dated Summer 1957. Articles of this issue pertain to voting in the south for African Americans with a focus on disenfranchisement, the shift of the Democratic Party...
GLC09640.101
16 February 1946
The Chicago Defender (Chicago, IL)
The Chicago Defender [February 16, 1946]
One page from The Chicago Defender's supplement, The Defender Junior, dated February 16, 1946. Articles on page 17 are dedicated to children's interest; education, clubs and highlighting children in the neighborhood. Reverse side on page 18...
GLC09823.16
1965
Geneve African Institute
Geneve-Afrique [Volume IV, No. 2. (1965)]
One pamphlet entitled "Geneve-Africa, Volume IV, No.2," dated 1965. Published by the Geneve African Institute. Front cover contains note ascribed to James W. Ivy that the pamphlet was recovered from the League of Nations archives. Includes a forward...
GLC09640.075
April 1980
Howard University Press, 1972-2011
Catalog [Howard University (1980)]
One catalog from Howard University Press dated April 1980. Content consists of book reviews, forthcoming journals, sales information, policies and images of student life at Howard University.
GLC09640.089
3 August 1967
United Press International
Guard Leaves, But Sorrow Stays.
One press photo of National Guard leaving Detroit, Michigan. A woman in the image watches with a child. Wire transfer details that Tanya Lynn Blanding, 4 years old, was killed by police or National Guard's bullet. 200 people attended her funeral. On...
GLC09735.40
circa 1871
Camminos, Manuel, fl. 1871
[Manuscript documents recording the sale of enslaved children in Cuba][Decimalized .01-.03]
Collection of three legal documents related to the sale of enslaved children in Cuba dated approximately 1871.
GLC09958
20 October 1776
Moncada, Fernando de Rivera y, fl. 1775-1776
to Antonio Bucareli (in Spanish)
Discusses building missions in San Diego and San Juan Capistrano. Also mentions soldiers in the stockade and checking on the families of troops.
GLC06287.08
28 August 1787
Butler, Pierce, 1744-1822
[Wheresoever any person bound to service...]
Draft. States that "the legislatures of the several states shall make provision for the recovering of such persons." No mention is made by name of slaves, apprentices or servants. Pencil note on back concerning a meeting at "Clifton at the Blue...
GLC00819.17
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