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1757/09/30
Washington, George (1732-1799)
to Mary Ball Washington re: his brother's marriage, ordering clothing for slaves
With provenance note stating property of David A. Hayes, and a clipped signature of John Hancock, President.
GLC07858.01
no date
Kneller, Godfrey, Sir (1646-1723)
[Engraving of Samuel Pepys]
Engraving that appears to be based on the painting by Sir Godfrey Kneller, created in 1689.
GLC00496.258.02
10 March 1762
Hardy, Josiah (1822-1900)
An act to Compleat the New Jersey Regiment to Six Hundred and Sixty Six effective volunteers, Officers included.
Document aims to raise additional men for the French & Indian War, with inducements including pardons. Details provisions for recruiting minors, slaves, and Indians. Additionally, allows Quakers to affirm, rather than swear, an oath. Signed by Hardy...
GLC00903
1751-1865
Christian discipline, and anti-slavery broadsides. [Decimalized .01-.07]
GLC00246
29 November 1760
Livingston, Philip (1716-1778)
[Bill of sale for two slaves sold to Rieneer Van Giesen]
Bill of sale for two slaves of Philip Livingston, the well known merchant, Continental Congressman, and signer of the Declaration of Independence. Cosigned by his son Philip Philip Livingston and by Richard Jeffery Jr. as witnesses. Livingston sold...
GLC01775
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