[Collection of documents relating to religion and spirituality. See decimalized entries.]

to James Brooks

Adams comments upon his "essay" in defense of British actions in China during the Opium War. He maintains that he confined himself "to the question of right from wrong between the parties, as it stood upon the ransom of Canton." He bases his...

GLC05508.001

to Joseph Lord

Cotton writes from Charleston, South Carolina, where he had been called in 1698, to Joseph Lord, a minister at Dorchester, South Carolina. Lord had sailed to South Carolina with Cotton in November 1698. Speaks of mutual acquaintances in Charleston...

GLC05508.002

to Jane Mecom

Written to his sister concerning various matters, including stories of the threatened loss of his position as colonial postmaster, the difficulties he faces for expressing his political opinions, and sending some books Jane had asked for. Franklin...

GLC05508.003

to his daughter

Written in pencil as P.O.W. at prison no. 3, Camp Chase, Ohio. Gordon writes about conditions living as a P.O.W and the liberty he enjoys through Christ. He mentions sickness in the camp, both deceased and surviving members of his company, and some...

GLC05508.004

to Mary P. Payson

Jackson sends Miss Payson a sentiment: "Seek true wisdom[:] it is the pearl of 'great price' which cheers us thro' life, and ends in happy mortality." One black and white bust engraving of Jackson included.

GLC05508.005

to his uncle

A heartfelt letter noting the spiritual guidance that Jackson's uncle gave to Jackson's now deceased wife, Ellie. Jackson expresses thanks for his uncle's condolence after her passing. He discusses his sadness and changed outlook on life. Jackson...

GLC05508.006

to unknown

Apparently written to a clergyman friend who refused to baptize the child of unbelieving parents. Key dwells at length on the sponsors' obligations in baptism, supporting his friend's decision. He gives specific advice on how he would have proceeded...

GLC05508.007

to Edwin M. Stanton

A two-page petition regarding churches in Port Royal, S.C., occupies recto and verso of first leaf. Lincoln's note appears on verso of second leaf. Lincoln writes about the danger of conflict among different religious denominations in their ministry...

GLC05508.008

to Richard Waldron

Pepperell reports his daughter and grandson very ill. He also mentions business matters.

GLC05508.009

to George L. Rihl

Rihl resided around Mexico City. Rickenbacker reflects on the state of the country during the Christmas season. He sees Americans' hatred of Germans and Japanese, cultivated during WWII, being transferred to fellow citizens in post-war America...

GLC05508.010.01

to George L. Rihl

Rickenbacker sees an "alien philosophy" of wanting "something for nothing" as infiltrating American society. He argues that the people are to blame, not the government or so-called rich. He sees bankruptcy as the result, unless everyone orients...

GLC05508.010.02

[Photograph of Edward Vernon Rickenbacker]

A photograph of a young Edward Vernon Rickenbacker. He is photographed in his World War I uniform with the Distinguished Service Cross, the Legion d'honneur, the Croix de guerre and the Victory medal.

GLC05508.010.02.01

[Photograph of Edward Vernon Rickenbacker]

A photograph of an older Edward Vernon Rickenbacker. He is photographed in a suit and tie.

GLC05508.010.02.02

to Polly Stockton

On the second anniversary of his recovery from illness, Rush thanks his sister for nursing him. His illness left him with strong ideas of the vanity of wealth, the evil of Sin, etc. He continues by talking about his delight in reading John Wesley's...

GLC05508.011

[Gardner Civil War photographs: Meade, Grande Review, etc.]

See descriptions in GLC05508.012.01-.19

GLC05508.012

[Gardner Civil War photographs: Meade, Grand Review, etc]

Gardner-Ordway Collection. Group portrait. Photograph 1, neg. number 225.

GLC05508.012.01

[Gardner Civil War photographs: Meade, Grand Review, etc]

Gardner-Ordway Collection. Group portrait. Photograph 2, neg. number 292.

GLC05508.012.02

[Gardner Civil War photographs: Meade, Grand Review, etc]

Gardner-Ordway Collection. Group portrait. Photograph 3, neg. number 626.

GLC05508.012.03

[Gardner Civil War photographs: Meade, Grand Review, etc]

Gardner-Ordway Collection. Photograph of a camp with horse hitched to wagons. Photo 4, neg. number 647.

GLC05508.012.04

[Gardner Civil War photographs: Meade, Grand Review, etc]

Gardner-Ordway Collection. Group portrait. Photograph 5, neg. number 693.

GLC05508.012.05