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25 March 1777
Gordon, William (1728-1807)
to Catharine Macaulay
Seeks her help writing a history of the Revolution. Planned a contemporaneous account of the Revolution, which he claims is authorized by Washington.
GLC01791.01
11 June 1785
Luxe George (fl. 1785)
He refers to the Campaign of 1776 as "the most glorious epoch of this command." He praises Washington extensively in battle and as a national leader. He will research details on the Revolution for her.
GLC01794.18
24 August 1775
Warren, Mercy Otis (1728-1814)
Refers to the present dangerous affairs due to British barbarity. Alludes to "the Bravery of the peasants of Lexington." Describes the investment of a colonial army led by Washington and the beginnings of a representative government in Massachusetts...
GLC01800.02
7 January 1777
Knox, Henry (1750-1806)
to Lucy Knox
Asks if she has received his previous letter (GLC02437.00511). Details the fighting from 2 January onward. Discusses the American retreat from Trenton, for which the artillery provided cover, Washington's decision to next attack Princeton where...
GLC02437.00514
5 February 1780
to George Washington
Sends Washington the "volume of pamphlets belonging Governor [Jonathan] Trumbull." For several days, Knox has retained the pamphlet written by Governor Pownall and hopes to be able to browse through the volume again when Washington is finished...
GLC02437.00800
1779
Morris, Gouverneur (1752-1816)
Observations on the American Revolution
Morris' notes on the conduct of Biritish and American forces, and on the revolution. Published by Styner & Cist.
GLC01450.805.01
24 February 1779
Unknown
[Payments made by Congress]
Short list of debits and credits of the Continental Congress from 31 October 1778 to 24 February 1779, relating to the printing of "Observations on the American Revolution," written by Gouverneur Morris. Two debits are to the printers Styner & Cist...
GLC01450.805.02
25 January 1765
Winthrop, John (1714-1779)
to Jonathan Belcher
Congratulates Judge Belcher on recovering "from a dangerous illness." Notes having read that many French Acadians have been removed from Nova Scotia, Canada, to the West Indies, and observes that because of their religion, they "could hardly ever...
GLC01541.01
1763-1791
Macaulay, Catharine (1731-1791)
Catharine Graham Macaulay papers, GLC 1784.01-1800.04 [decimalized]
Includes items between GLC 1784 and 1800.05, totaling approximately 190 items. GLC 1784.01 is a single item.
GLC01784
9 July 1770
Adams, John (1735-1826)
This letter begins the Adams-Macaulay correspondence. Adams compliments Mrs. Macaulay for stripping "the false Lustre from worthless Princes and Nobles and Selfish Politicians." He refers to Macaulay's History of England.
GLC01784.01
August 1773
to John Adams
CM's retained copy noting that Hutchinson's fall will be an example to others who try to destroy American liberty.
GLC01785.02
23 March 1770
Bowdoin, James (1726-1790)
Co-signed by committee members Samuel Pemberton and Joseph Warren, transmitting the official statement on the Boston Massacre. Explains that they hoped she could intercede for them.
Refer to the Macaulay papers, GLC 1784.01-1800.04.
GLC01789.02
8 December 1772
Cooper, William (1720-1809)
Sends notes and proceedings of legal town meeting of Boston.
GLC01789.03
31 October 1770
Dickinson, John (1732-1808)
Argues that the Freeholders of America are firm in the cause of liberty. Associates the colonial cause with virtue and piety and implicitly identifies Britain with luxury and corruption. It is notable that so many colonists addressed their appeals...
GLC01790.01
1771
to John Dickinson
Response in draft form to Dickinson's previous letter, concerning her hopes that America confine its "lust for ornaments to the limits of their own ingenuity."
GLC01790.02
17 December 1770
Sends a piece of American silk as an expression of his admiration and gratitude for her.
GLC01790.03
Requests assistance in writing a history of the present disputes. Reports the American people "continue spirited & determined." Complains "the English now in America seem to have lost all that humanity for which they were justly famed."
GLC01791.02
30 March 1770
Lee, Richard Henry (1732-1794)
to Catharine Macaulay.
Relating his admiration for Macaulay's spirit and love of liberty.
GLC01792
22 September 1769
Livingston, William
Livingston thanks her for the present of her history of England and argues that "nothing will satisfy us short of a Constitution" with America able to tax itself.
GLC01793
Correspondence of Catharine Macaulay [Decimalized .01- .63]
Collection of correspondence of Catharine Macaulay Graham with various people from England, Scotland, France, and America, including a folder of transcripts of letters not included in this collection.
Materials in this collection consist of...
GLC01794
30 November 1763
[On W Macaulays History of England]
Examines the role of women.
GLC01794.01
12 February 1769
Earl of Buchan (1742–1829)
He compliments her on her fourth volume and mentions the reaction of a local woman. He talked with Benjamin Rush about CMG and reports the conversation.
The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)
GLC01794.05
Typed Copy of GLC 01794.05
GLC01794.05.01
25 June 1769
to Macaulay, Catharine
The local common people are simple and congenial to the spirit of liberty but are entrenched in the feudal system, making civil government weak and ineffective. He writes of Presbyterian tendencies to choose local pastors at the destruction of...
GLC01794.07
1770
to Earl of Buchan
written on verso of E. Dilly to Catherine Macaulay 1770/1/5, re: She has suffered poor health. She looks forward to publications of greater consequence. She hopes conditions improve for his family. Previous letter from E. Dilly on the verso, crossed...
GLC01794.08
22 June 1783
Lord Harcourt (fl. 1763-1791)
He mentions the recent conclusion of her great histories as models for future historical work. He expresses his annoyance with Parliament and their useless debates.
GLC01794.15
12 December 1777
Count Sarsfield (fl. 1777)
He regrets the departure of CMG from Paris and hopes to maintain correspondence with her. He sends a list of errors from her history (included). He comments on CMG's conversations with Lord Hanover and his opinion on America.
GLC01794.22
16 December 1777
He again expresses regret at her departure and hopes to receive news of her safe return to London. He asks if her history has been translated into French and offers his assistance.
GLC01794.23
2 May 1779
He will lend her some of his books and makes reference to a few historical points made in her history. He will seek out someone to properly translate the history into French.
GLC01794.24
2 July 1766
Lord Cardross (fl. 1763-1791)
He comments on Mr. Pitt and the present schemes of administration. Pitt's opinion on the affairs of America differ from those ministers who appointed him, creating an "instance of duplicity." He comments on "the total neglect of Continental affairs."
GLC01794.32
5 June 1769
to Lord Nuneham
Draft She expresses gratitude for his gift in support of her literary efforts.
GLC01794.34
Lord Nuneham (fl. 1769)
He will give Monsieur de Liancourt her message when he is in town. He does not dare to appear an open supporter of liberty, although he is in his heart.
GLC01794.36
27 December, 1774
Knowles (fl. 1774)
She writes of their gentle friendship. She describes the whooping cough sickness and recovery of her son. She notes CMG's response to "maladministration" and yearns for liberty and peace. She refers to recent political events in England. A partial...
GLC01794.37
21 January 1775
to Mr. & Mrs. Northcote
She has news from Boston that Bostonians have appointed their own governor. She expresses regret for the declining state of England. To Mrs. Nortcorte she describes her health and writes about her daughter.
GLC01794.38
1 June, 1777
GLC01794.39
21 February 1778
to Mrs. Snowden
GLC01794.40
9 November, 1783
Bishop of Landoff (ca. 1763-1791)
to Catherine Macaulay
GLC01794.41
9 November 1789
Mallet, Philip (fl. ca. 1763-1791)
sending a book, mentioning a sermon by Dr. Price on the anniversary of the American Revolution, mentioning the French Revolution (positively)
GLC01794.42
12 November 1789
to Capel Lofft
Mentions her letters on education
GLC01794.43
27 July 1769
Otis, James (1725-1783)
Praise's Macaulay's "The History of England from the accession of James I to that of the Brunswick line" and her skill as an historian. States that "God & Nature...have been equally kind to both sexes" and it is only the "Tyranny of Custom" that...
GLC01796
25 April 1769
Sophronia (pseudonym, fl. 1769-1770)
to Catharine Macaulay [with draft response]
"Sophronia" recalls the original goals and hardships of the first settlers of the New England colonies and offers her services in providing information to Macaulay. Draft of response letter comments on Sophronia's sentiments of public liberty....
GLC01797.01.01
circa 27 June 1769
to Sophronia
Draft of letter commenting on Sophronia's sentiments of public liberty. She looks forward to future correspondence and publications from America relative to the present dispute.
GLC01797.01.02
8 December 1769
Describes the patriotic spirit of men and a few women in America. While lamenting the frivolousness of many women, she acknowledges the national fervor of others, particularly among the most religious women of New England. Refers to Dickenson, Oho...
GLC01797.02
24 March 1770
Praises men sympathetic to patriotic cause. Informs Macaulay that John Adams authored "Dissertations on the Canon & Feudal Laws" and encourages her to start correspondence with him.
GLC01797.03
15 April 1775
Stiles, Ezra (1727-1795)
Parliament's repressive laws have inflamed Americans; criticizes Britain for not sharing its triumph over France with its colonists. Convinced that the colonists are capable of governing themselves and that American legislatures should prepare for...
GLC01798
31 January 1778
Walpole, Horace (1717-1797)
Discusses French criticism of her History and likens the ideal of a free America to that of ancient Israel. With Macaulay's note on p. 3 "I should not have..." Hopes that "a System of genuine Freedom may arise in America."
GLC01799
29 December 1774
Warren describes the resolve of the people to resist "the strides of Wanton power" and fears the results, "an innocent Land Drenched [in] Blood." Believes that surely this destruction and anger can't continue much longer, particularly the blockade...
GLC01800.01
1780
Burke, Edmund (1729-1797)
An impartial history of the war in America... to 1779
Printed for J. Milliken. With large folding plate opposite titlepage, "A New Map of North America" [no imprint] and accompanied by 13 additional plates, all fanciful depictions of American and British leaders.
GLC01842
1782
Trumbull, John (1750)
M'Fingal: A modern epic poem [signed by Samuel Jones]
Signed by New York Jurist and patriot Samuel Jones. First complete edition, printed by Hudson and Goodwin. Collateral to John Adams ALS to John Trumbull, GLC 1228.
GLC01865
22 August 1781
Knox, William (1756-1795)
to Henry Knox
References Henry's letter of 8 August 1781. Updates Henry on news he has heard. Says the French fleet was to have left Newport the day before to connect up with the Compte De Grasse, who is supposed to be nearing the continent with more French ships...
GLC02437.01153
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