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28 March 1781
Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794
[Permission for John Thornton]
Allows Thornton to pass with his wife and child to the quarters of the [4th?] artillery regiment stationed at Newton, Pennsylvania.
GLC02437.09550
30 March 1781
Reed, J., fl. 1777-1783
[Certificate concerning Ephraim Dayton]
Captain Reed certifies that Dayton was mustered in Captain [Drigg's?] company of artillery from 1777 through three years.
GLC02437.09551
22 May 1781
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
[Certificate concerning William Hawes]
Written and signed for Knox in the hand of Samuel Shaw, his aide de camp. Knox certifies that Hawes, a saddle and harness maker from Boston, has served the United States since 1777 and is entitled to his pay.
GLC02437.09552
21 July 1791
The estate of the late Thomas Flucker Esqr to Henry Knox agent of said estate
A list of expenses for Thomas Flucker's estate, mostly regarding upkeep of the Waldo patent.
GLC02437.10425
7 August 1863
Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865
to Father
Writes to his father about his sickness. States "it may be that you will never get over your sickness. And if the case should prove so, I would like you to have me some written instructions about your Business." Indicates he is worried about his...
GLC03523.08.79
23 August 1863
to Sister
Reports to his sister from the U.S. Army General Hospital that they currently have a Conferderate major general, a brigadier, a captain, and a couple of lieutenants in the hospital. Tells her that "no news a stirring around the City."
GLC03523.08.80
15 September 1863
to Mother and Sister
Writes to his mother about monetary issues, instructing her on what property she should sell, as his Father has died. In note to sister, tells her that he will write every Friday. Written on stationery with "US Army General Hospital, Newton...
GLC03523.08.81
10 October 1863
Informs sister that he is still working at the hospital. Reports that he does not know where the rest of his company is, although notes that last he heard they were in Alexandria. Regarding their father's death, he states, "Mother must take things...
GLC03523.08.82
5 November 1863
Apologizes for not writing sooner. Discusses his status at the hospital, noting that a doctor has written the adjutant general so that he may stay working there and not go to Alexandria with the rest of his regiment. Details that there has been an...
GLC03523.08.83
13 November 1863
Relays to his sister that, a possible mutual friend, Dan Shern has died. States, "little did I think when I saw him on the 14 of October that he would be in the grave before one month roled over his head. Well it is a road we will all have to travel...
GLC03523.08.84
17 November 1863
Writes to his sister from U.S. Army General Hospital in Baltimore, reporting that the adjutant general ordered him to go back to his regiment. Written in pencil.
GLC03523.08.85
26 November 1863
Reports that he is now at his company headquarters in Alexandria, and speculates that they will be there all winter. Writes "when I serve these six months more out they will never see me in the Army again." Notes that there is talk of them being...
GLC03523.08.86
11 December 1863
Writes to his sister extensively about his clothing, remarking "I just laid my clothes loose in a box and told them to remain their till I could come and take them away again." Reports that he will not get a furlough, but "I dont care much about...
GLC03523.08.87
14 January 1864
to Louisa B. Terry
Reports to his sister that there is "talk" of sending his regiment to Harper's Ferry. Informs her that there are currently many soldiers in the area, but speculates that they will be scarce again in about a month. Writes "no Four Hundred and Two (402...
GLC03523.08.90
4 February 1864
Writes to his sister, calling her "Lou," reporting that "the president has called for an extra two hundred thousand men by the 10 March making a total of five hundred thousand that are to come out in the spring. Congress has passed resolutions...
GLC03523.08.91
18 February 1864
Relays to his sister "Lou," that he is not fond of writing letters and that he makes them all "as short as possible. In fact we have no news that the world does not know and it is wasting both time and labor writing a whole rigamarole of nonsense."...
GLC03523.08.92
10 March 1864
Addresses letter to his sister "Lou," telling her that he thinks "Gen. [Ulysses S.] Grant deserves the extra Star for the service he has rendered the U.S. during the present Rebellion..." Also remarks that he would like to see General George Meade...
GLC03523.08.94
24 March 1864
Reports to his sister "Lou," about his thoughts that "the 'Army of the Potomac' will be reorganized soon," noting that he believes only Veterans will be in it. Remarks on newspaper article about how the Reserves will be concentrated, commenting that...
GLC03523.08.95
7 April 1864
Addresses the letter to his sister "Lou," remarking that "all the talk is about moving. But when that event takes place none of us know but expect to go every day now." Reports that he received both of the New York Ledgers that she sent to him.
GLC03523.08.96
circa 5 December 1864
"Jack's Compliments."
Blank sheet except for the words "Jack's Compliments." Possibly enclosed with letter GLC03523.08.97 which was addressed to Robert Terry's brother. Circa date inferred from GLC03523.08.97.
GLC03523.08.98
23 April 1837
Maitland, Joseph M., 1836-1918
To Ann Mast
Letter contains a "Missionary Hymn," which was written by James M. Maitland, who is Joseph's father. An example of a line from a stanza reads, "Can I leave you/ For in healther lands to dwell."
GLC03523.10.001
1844
Hymn Book
Hymn Book has Joseph M. Maitland's name written on it in pencil. The book is titled, "Singing," and has an image of two birds on the front, with the words, "Written for the American Sunday-school Union, and revised by the Committee of Publication" at...
GLC03523.10.002
3 May 1853
Forrest, Ralston S., fl. 1853
To James M. Maitland
Addresses note "Dear Sir," and gives a brief synopsis of his life for the past four years. Details that in the winter of 1841 "at the obligation of my Father" he attended the "Howard Academy" in Rockville, and after making great scholastic progress...
GLC03523.10.003
13 August 1853
Mast, Elhanan M., fl. 1837-1865
To Joseph M. Maitland
Writes from Ohio Wesleyan University to his "Respected Nephew," reporting that a few of his students are sick, but things are well overall. Details that he has recieved a letter from his father as well as "Brother Joshua's paper." Describes playing...
GLC03523.10.004
28 November 1853
Kelly, James H., fl. 1853
To Brother and Sister
Reports that he has been at his mother's and that his father has been dead since the spring. Provides details on various other family members and friends. Remarks, "Times has been brok here this Summer. The coal men are all looking up - Thare has...
GLC03523.10.005
5 January 1854
To [James] M. Maitland
Writes from "Home" to his brother-in-law, saying that he "was very much pleased to have the honor of receiving a letter from the Honorable J M Maitland, Rep of Champaign Co." Reports with great detail on the death of George Hopper, possibly a family...
GLC03523.10.006
17 January 1854
Maitland, James M., 1815-1864
To Ann Maitland
Addresses letter to "My Dear Companion" from the House of Representatives, Columbus Ohio. Confides in his wife that he misses her and their children greatly and that he is sorry to hear of the death of so many of their acquaintances. Reports "There...
GLC03523.10.007
4 February 1854
Martin, John A., fl. 1854
Informs his cousin from Findley [Findlay], Ohio that he has been studying "Arithmetic, Georgraphy, writing, Reading, and spelling." Shares that he and Joseph, possibly his brother, recently went to New York City with their teacher.
GLC03523.10.008
19 February 1854
Maitland, John A., fl. 1854-1863
Writes to his brother, reporting that business is good and that he expects to get the mill started soon. States, "I am glad to hear of your success in being elected to the house of Representatives and if you still stick to the Democratic principles...
GLC03523.10.009
25 February 1854
Writes from the Office of the Democratic Central Committee of Champaign County Ohio in regards to a meeting that was recently held concerning the selection of the Democratic member of the Ohio State Legislature for the United States Senate...
GLC03523.10.010
10 March 1854
To J. M. Maitland
Reports from C.W. University, possibly to Joseph M. Maitland, based on context. Provides details about his studies, and shares that he has attended a Presbyterian Church.
GLC03523.10.011
11 March 1854
Keenan, Margaret, fl. 1854
to James M. Maitland
Writes to her brother summarizing all the family news.
GLC03523.10.012
24 September 1854
R.
To cousin
Informs a cousin that they have left Urbana, Ohio and have traveled through Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and have now arrived in Oakland. Gives detailed report on various family members and the prices of vegetables.
GLC03523.10.013
21 September 1864
Knox, Andrew, 1835-?
to Sarah Knox
Knox writes to his wife from a camp outside Petersburg, Virginia. Expresses deep love for her and gratitude for her support of the war. Predicts success for the Union is imminent. Refers to Union control of the Weldon Railroad in Petersburg, Virginia...
GLC03523.20.18
24 September 1864
Knox writes to his wife from a camp outside Petersburg, Virginia. Reports receipt of her letters and the joy they bring him. Says he destroys her letters after reading them several times because "I do not wish anyone but myself to read them." Refers...
GLC03523.20.19
16 October 1864
Knox writes to his wife from a camp outside Petersburg, Virginia. Says her letters help the tediousness of war. Reports the city of Petersburg is plainly visible and "...I heard the church bells ringing from there, this morning, the same as if...
GLC03523.20.20
12 November 1864
Knox writes to his wife from a camp outside Petersburg, Virginia. Expresses deep love and longing for her. Comments how much he misses her kisses and dancing with her. Reports he has not seen a lady in six months except on the streets of Petersburg...
GLC03523.20.21
28 November 1864
Knox writes to his wife from a camp outside Petersburg, Virginia. Reports he has put out a "shingle" that reads "...shirts repaired wholesale and retailed,"and opened a shirt business. Says he repaired a neckband and a wristband and it took him three...
GLC03523.20.22
9 January 1865
Knox writes to his wife from a camp outside Petersburg, Virginia. Tells her not to send anymore shirts, he will buy government shirts and stockings even though they are not as good as hers. States there is plenty of good whiskey available to them for...
GLC03523.20.23
22 September 1861
Ticknor, Horace L., 1836-1864
to his family
Ticknor writes to his family from camp in Cairo, Illinois. Reports he is in good health and made Corporal. States his company is the left wing of the regiment. Mentions they have fifty to sixty prisoners. Says he has been loading canons onto boats to...
GLC03523.30.01
14 March 1862
Ticknor writes to his family from camp in Columbus, Kentucky. Reports they just received marching orders to board a transport and go down the Mississippi River with seven gun boats and twenty-five mortars. Anticipates a fight with two rebel gunboats...
GLC03523.30.02
20 May 1862
Ticknor writes to his family from camp in Farmington, three miles outside Corinth, Mississippi. Reports his line extends fifteen to twenty-five miles. States he is in Union General John Pope's division expecting a battle any moment, "... if we whip...
GLC03523.30.03
1 September 1862
Ticknor writes to his family from an unknown location. Refers to his recent illness and how he "... would like to be there vary much to have some bread and milk..." Comments he eats a lot of fruit, peaches, apples, watermelon and pears. Says he has...
GLC03523.30.04
8 September 1862
to an unknown cousin
Ticknor writes to an unknown cousin from sixteen miles outside Cincinnati, Ohio. Expresses relief his cousin was not accepted when he tried to enlist "...for i think if we are ever whipped it will be before the new recruits and volunteers get into...
GLC03523.30.05
1862
Ticknor writes to his family from Cairo, Illinois. Reports ten boats of rebel prisoners are in the harbor. Mentions they were in Kentucky for fifteen days. Comments the march was very hard due to rain and mud. Writes abut one regiment "...that could...
GLC03523.30.06
13 October 1862
Ticknor writes to his family from Camp Dennison in Ohio. Mentions he's recovered from an illness and is ready to return to his regiment at Camp Corinth, Mississippi. Comments how pleasant the weather is and the wheat crop is ready. Informs he's had...
GLC03523.30.07
5 November 1862
to father, mother, brother and sister
Ticknor writes to his family from Camp Dennison in Ohio. Reports he will return to his regiment the following day. States his regiment is in either Alabama or east Tennessee. Informs he sent his "likeness" to them. Expresses his desire for the war to...
GLC03523.30.08
22 November 1785
to George Washington
Writes to Washington on a variety of subjects. Mentions that he had hoped to visit him at Mount Vernon, but now does not think that is possible. Discusses placement of six companies on the Ohio River, by Forts McIntosh and Pitt; declares that they...
GLC02437.03220
March 1785
[Excerpt of a petition in which Knox and others attempt to persuade the Massachusetts Legislature to sell uncultivated lands to officers and soldiers who served in the Revolutionary War]
Signed in the docket. Knox, Benjamin Lincoln, Henry Jackson, and others attempt to persuade the General Court of Massachusetts to divide land in the eastern part of the state (present-day Maine) for officers and soldiers who served in the Revolution...
GLC02437.03124
19 April 1785
Webber, James, fl. 1784-1797
[Receipt pertaining to Webber & Company]
Relates to details of a transaction between Webber & Co. and Mr. Goodeve.
GLC02437.03129
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