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1863/02/20
Davis, Jefferson (1808-1889)
Message of the President [re: Treaty of New Echota between US & Cherokee]
Offering Confederate recognition of the treaty of New Echota between the U. S. and Cherokees of North Carolina.
GLC05521
1868 ca.
Gardner, Alexander (1821-1882)
Fort Laramie peace council with Northern plains tribes, no. 39 [stereocard]
On yellow mount. Shows William T. Sherman, Winfield S. Hancock and Harney, with others plus small Indian girl.
GLC05686
1875
Constitution and Laws of the Cherokee Nation
From the estate of Frank James. Pasted-in Cherokee alphabet. Published by R. & T.A. Ennis, stationers, printers & book binders. "Published by authority of the General Council." Includes Act of Union between Eastern and Western Cherokee Indians...
GLC05687
18 December 1873 - 20 December 1873
Thomas, W. N. (fl. 1873)
[1873 Army Letters and Telegrams]
The retained copy book record of army officers' letters and telegraphs concerning the affairs of the Twentieth Infantry. Discusses the removal of the Winnebago tribe of Indians, the plan to capture a chief named Big Hawk, and the training and...
GLC05731.01
19 December 1873 - 28 December 1873
The retained copy book record of army officers' letters and telegraphs concerning the affairs of the Twentieth Infantry. Discusses the removal of the Winnebago tribe of Indians, which is being hampered by white men who trade with the tribe...
GLC05731.02
1863/07/18
Whiting, William (1813-1873)
Printed General Orders no. 52 re: Indians and half-breeds are not citizens of the U.S.
Circular letter. "Indians and half-breeds are not citizens of the U. S. within the meaning of the enrollment act."
GLC06271
1867/05/22
Amouroux, L.A. (fl. 1867)
To: J.Q.A. Ward. Re: receipt confirming that Ward paid $500, in relation to the "Indian Hunter" statue.
2 cent stamp in left margin.
GLC06343.292
1865/05/30
Anderson, T.F. (fl. 1865)
to John B. Turner re: fall of Boggy Depot to the Union troops
Anderson was on the staff of E.K. Smith and at one point was ordered to procure arms for Cherokee Indian troops fighting for the Confederacy. Details the fall of Boggy Depot to Union troops the previous day, and faces the reality of the fall of the...
GLC06369
22 May [1862]
Weeks, John F. (fl. 1860)
to his parents
Writes that he has marched about one thousand miles since he left Rolla. He is expecting to move sometime soon, but does not know where. Verifies that there were about three thousand Indians at the battle (Pea Ridge), some of which were prisoners.
GLC06728.017
1862/04/01
Unknown
to Cols. Waitie, Drew, and McIntosh re: "defence of the Indian County"
GLC06741.04
1865/02/03
Hamilton, James (fl. 1865)
to John T. McKenzie re: Chickasaw women; prospect of marriage
"...I envy you not when I think of my charming little Chickasaw--a perfect paragon of beauty and excellence...the Queen of the forest....I think by properly managing the affair I can lur Miss Mattie into a marriage contract and thus complete my fame...
GLC06741.05
10 September 1867
Smet, Pierre-Jean de (1801-1873)
to Orville H. Browning
Writes to Secretary of the Interior Browning a detailed description of diplomatic activities among the Indian tribes in the Missouri River country during the Sioux wars of the 1860s. Outlines his expenses and outlays during his visit with the...
GLC05788.01
1867/09/11
De Smet, Pierre J. (fl. 1867)
to Orville H. Browning re: accepting appointment as peace envoy among Indians
GLC05788.02
1867/03/12
to Lewis W. Bogy re: outlining Smet's services to U.S. as mediator
With docket and stamp of Dept of Interior 9/16/1867 and assorted newsclippings.
GLC05788.03
1863
Pope, John (1822-1892)
to Henry W. Halleck
Informs Halleck that the army will allow the starving Indians, the Winnebago and Sioux, to leave their lands, rather than die. He has given the order that the Indians will not be obstructed if they attempt to leave their lands. Though he is upset...
GLC02463.17
1863 [?]
Franklin Pierce Indian peace medal by S. Ellis and J. Wellson
7.5 cm in diameter.
GLC08619
22 October 1865
Frederick MacCrellish & Co. (fl. 1865-1870)
Daily alta California. [Vol. 17, no. 5707 (October 22, 1865)]
Contains a report on warfare amongst Native American tribes of the Colorado Valley, Southern Utah, Southeastern California, and Western Arizona. Includes news from other states, such as the passage of bills concerning the rights of freedmen....
GLC08725.09
1866
Johnson, Fry & Co.
Massacre at Fort Mimms
One engraving entitled "Massacre at Fort Mimms" dated 1866. Depicts the massacre of August 30, 1819. The Red Sticks, a warring faction of Creek Native Americans storm Fort Mimms, overwhelming the militia. Creeks use hatchets and knives to attack...
GLC08878.0040
1861-1877
Chapin, John Reuben, (1823-1894)
Interview between General Jackson & Weatherford
One engraving entitled, "Interview Between General Jackson & Weatherford" circa 1861-1877. Depicts General Andrew Jackson and William Weatherford speaking inside a spacious tent. Jackson appears relaxed, seated at a small table while Weatherford...
GLC08878.0046
Chappel, Alonzo, (1828-1887)
Massacre of Wyoming
One engraving entitled "Massacre of Wyoming" dated 1866. Depicts the Battle of Wyoming, July 3, 1778, fought between Patriots and Loyalist accompanied by Iroquois raiders. In the forefront of the image an Iroquois warrior prepares to scalp a man...
GLC08878.0082
1771
West, Benjamin, (1738-1820)
The Death of General Wolfe
One engraving entitled "The Death of General Wolfe" circa 1861-1877. Depicts the death of General Wolfe at the Battle of Quebec, September 13, 1759. In the middle of the image, a mortally wounded General James Wolfe lays on the ground surrounded by...
GLC08878.0086
Robin, Augustus, (fl. 1860)
Death of Wolf
One engraving entitled "Death of Wolfe (misspelled Wolf)" circa 1861-1877. Depicts the death of General Wolfe at the Battle of Quebec, September 13, 1759. An unsteady James Wolfe is held upright by two soliders, behind them soliders march forward...
GLC08878.0087
1807/11/13
Jefferson, Thomas (1743-1826)
Address of the yearly meeting of Friends, to Thomas Jefferson and his reply
Covers topics of international peace, condition of Indians, and the slave trade. Only printing. Printed by Samuel Wood. Dated 13 November. American Imprints 12626.
GLC06984
16 March 1865
Parker, Ely S. (1828-1895)
to John
Gives an update on news near the end of the war to an unknown friend named John. Reports that Charleston, Georgetown, Fort Fisher, Wilmington and Confederate General Benjamin Butler have all fallen. Also writes about Union General Philip A...
GLC07085
[1875]/12/16
Neafie, Theodore F.
to: sister.
He sends news of an attack by Indians, and mentions that he has gotten a job as a packer in a mule pack train.
GLC07164.66
[1877]/08/26
He sends news that he has decided that he likes Hamilton, and may soon go out poisoning wolves to sell their fur. He claims that if the Nez Indian attempt to raid again, he will join a volunteer company to prevent their attack .
GLC07164.69
1867/02/22
Sherman, William Tecumseh (1820-1891)
To: Major General E.O.C. Ord
Letter to Ord discussing his post-war [Reconstruction] duties, the deployment of troops in Arkansas and out west to fight in the war with the Sioux: "General Grant has answered me emphatically that he cannot give me more troops. And balancing all the...
GLC08012.05
Letter to Ord discussing Ord's difficult and undesirous post-war [Reconstruction] duties in Arkansas, and the approaching war out west against the Sioux and other Indians: "...In case you become military Governor of Mississippi & Arkansas with...
GLC08012.06
1867/10/31
Letter to Ord about conflicts past and present: "...I hope the worst is past...what with Indians, Negroes etc., etc., Ex Rebels we all seem doomed during one life time to constant war. Like the Eel, we must get used to it..." "Headquarters Military...
GLC08012.08
n.d.
Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson) (1822-1885)
to Oliver Hoyt
Discusses replacing commissioner of Indian affairs due to public pressure.
GLC08282
12 May 1862
Jackson, Richard H. (fl. 1861-1864)
to Father
He includes sketch with a soldier standing next to a cannon, tee pees, an American Indian and a banner that says "Union." He mentions a Sergeant Chas E. Hill.
GLC07705.062
1864/02/17
Seddon, James A. (1815-1880)
to Jefferson Davis re: payment of interest due to Choctaw tribe by Virginia
GLC07799
30 June 1872
Lee, P. Ludwell (fl. 1867-1872)
[Muster roll for Troop G, 10th Cavalry]
Signed by P. Ludwell Lee, Captain of Troop G, 10th Cavalry, as a witness. Lists the names of members of Troop G, including their dates of enlistment and discharge, if applicable. Covers the period from 30 April 1872-30 June 1872. Created at Rush...
GLC07333.01
30 April 1874
Clous, John Walter (fl. 1868-1875)
[Muster roll, Company E, 24th Regiment]
Signed by Clous as Captain of Company E, 24th Regiment. Signed by H. F. Leggett, First Lieutenant of the 24th Infantry, as a witness. Signed by Major H. [Chairman?] as inspector and mustering officer of the 24th Infantry. Lists the names of...
GLC07333.02
31 August 1874
Mills, Frank (fl. 1874)
[Muster Roll, Company G, 9th Cavalry]
Signed by Frank Mills, 2nd Lieutenant of Company G, 24th Infantry Regiment. Signed by E. D. [Diminick?], 1st Lieutenant of Company G, 9th Cavalry, as a witness. Includes the names and signatures (or mark) of soldiers in Company G. Muster roll for...
GLC07333.03
12 September 1872
Norvell, J. T. (fl. 1872)
[Final statement and pay voucher for Abraham Hill, 10th Cavalry]
Signed by Norvell as Captain of the 10th Cavalry. Final statement of Abraham Hill, an African American private in Captain S. J. Norvell's company. States that Hill was enlisted 12 September 1867 in Wilmington, Delaware, to serve for five years....
GLC07334.01
September 1874
Items related to the military service of Philip G. Gains, 9th Cavalry [Decimalized .01-.02]
GLC07334.02
1 September 1874
Moore, Francis (fl. 1874)
[Final statement of Philip G. Gains]
Signed by Moore as Captain of the 9th Cavalry. States that Gains, an African American Private in Company L of the 9th Cavalry, enlisted in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 1 November 1873, and is discharged by reason of special order no. 131. Reports...
GLC07334.02.01
11 September 1874
Carrs, J. N. (fl. 1874)
[Pay voucher of Philip G. Gains]
States that Gains, an African American private in Company L, 9th Cavalry, received money from J. W. Nicholls, United States Paymaster. Signed by [Carrs?] as a witness. Contains an "x" signifying Gains' signature.
GLC07334.02.02
15 January 1875
Items related to the military service of Martin Sterling, Company E, 24th Regiment [Decimalized .01-.02]
GLC07334.03
[Final statement of Martin Sterling, 24th Infantry]
Signed by Clous as Captain of the 24th Infantry. States that Sterling, an African American Private in Company E, 24th Infantry Regiment, enlisted at Fort Griffin, Texas 15 January 1870, and is now discharged by reason of an expired term of service....
GLC07334.03.01
Schultz, John N. (fl. 1875)
[Pay voucher of Martin Sterling]
Signed by Chaplain Schultz as a witness. Lists the amount of pay received by Private Sterling, an African American serving in Company E, 24th Infantry Regiment. States that pay was received from J. W. Nicholls, United States Paymaster. An "x"...
GLC07334.03.02
1868
Laws of the Cherokee Nation...
Acts passed 1839-1867, compiled by National Council.
GLC07384.01
20 March 1862
Pike, Albert (1809-1891)
to John Ross re: requesting necessary papers to capture fugitive slave
The slave was wanted for the crime of horse stealing.
GLC07385.01
20 February 1862
Rector, H.M.
calling for Cherokee Nation to remove and deliver "Jack" to Albert Pike
"Jack a negro man...charged with horse stealing...has fled". (Extradition request?)
GLC07385.02
1861
Treaty with [the Confederacy and] Cherokee
Co-authored by John Ross. Treaty signed 7 October.
GLC07393
1870
Treaties between the United States of America and the Cherokee Nation, from 1785
GLC07396
1865 ca.
Carte de visite of Ulysses S. Grant seated with Ely Parker and staff
GLC07554
1862/11/09-1865/07
Alden, William H. (b. 1844)
[Collection of William H. Alden, F company, 6th regiment, Iowa, cavalry] [Decimalized .01- .53]
Forty eight long letters written while on the Sully Expedition to put down the Sioux uprising, under the orders of Abraham Lincoln. Private Alden, a seventeen year old Iowan, wrote this first-hand account mostly to his family. He discusses hand to...
GLC02831
9 November 1862
Alden, William H. (fl. 1844-)
to Mother
He describes his journey from the Cedar Rapids all the way down to Davenport. From the houses they stayed in to the boats they took. He likes camp life.
GLC02831.01
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