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1 February 1802
Rutledge, John (1766-1819)
to unknown
Letter of introduction for Prince Ruspoli, a Roman nobleman and Admiral of the fleets at Malta.
GLC00496.215
14 February 1803
Jefferson, Thomas (1743-1826)
[Ship's passport for Brigantine Mary of Newburyport]
Partially printed document countersigned by James Madison as Secretary of State and by the Collector of the port of New York, David Gelston. Includes official seal. One of the Collection's largest ship passports.
GLC00496.257
9 April 1803
Madison, James (1751-1836)
[Circular letter about an act to protect U.S. seamen]
Printed circular letter, labeled "Duplicate" at top, regarding an act to further protect American seamen. Mentions the slave trade. Addressed to Thomas Aborn, Commercial Agent of the U.S. at Cayenne. Signed in type by Thomas Jefferson as president...
GLC00515
24 December 1806
Discusses the plans and legislative process related to the construction of the Cumberland Road, from Maryland to Ohio. Fearing that his correspondent's state legislature may be out of session before approving the project, Jefferson sends a partial...
GLC00594
26 June 1809
to Joseph Dougherty
Complains about the mail taking a long time to arrive. Discusses sheep and gives advise on the amount of ewes and rams to purchase. Explains that he would like to assist him in purchasing the sheep but the heavy debt he incurred while president is...
GLC00639.15
2 October 1801
Appointing Robert R. Livingston Minister to France
Countersigned by Madison as Secretary of State. Livingston was appointed to gain secured access to New Orleans, by purchase if necessary. However, Livingston exceeded his instructions by buying the Louisiana Territory.
GLC00639.17
18 February 1802
Printed authorization for U.S. Frigate "Congress" to seize ships of Tripoli
Specifically directed against the Bey of Tripoli (controversy with the Barbery states). With blind stamp of the U. S. Navy Dept. but not signed by the Secretary of Navy.
GLC00639.18
19 June 1812
Monroe, James (1758-1831)
to William Plumer
Circular letter notifying the governor of New Hampshire of the declaration of war made against Britain, officially beginning the War of 1812. Sent with copies of the act declaring war and a report of the Committee of Foreign Relations (not included)...
GLC00639.22
14 January 1811
Barnes, John (fl. 1793-1811)
to Jonathan Smith
Asks Smith to remit the proceeds from dividends on stock in the Pennsylvania Bank, in accordance with an order from Thomas Jefferson. Barnes was Jefferson's financial agent. Written from "GeorgeTown, Columa."
GLC00696.02
4 December 1805
Adams, John (1735-1826)
to Benjamin Rush
Writes concerning his and George Washington's administrations by referring to those "melancholly books" such as "Tully's Memoirs" and "Cicero's Life" from which he compares the first and second triumvirates to Hamilton's "Schemes, to get rid of...
GLC00747
18 June 1812
Hamilton, Paul (1762-1816)
to John Rodgers
The Secretary of the Navy informs Commodore Rodgers that war has been declared against Great Britain, officially starting the War of 1812. Indicates that Rodgers is entitled to use his four vessels for attack and defense. Asks him to await...
GLC00758
17 January 1810
Revere, Paul (1735-1818)
to Joseph Revere
Discusses Nathaniel Macon's anti-tariff bill in Washington, D.C. and its potential consequences for the Embargo Act of 1807. Also discusses business matters and the health of their family. With a diagram drawn on the verso. Joseph was Paul's son.
GLC00782.18
24 October 1814
to Callender Irvine
The secretary of state informs the commissary general of purchases that an appropriation of $60,000 had been made to him for contingency expenses for the execution of the War of 1812.
GLC00786
24 January 1801
to George Churchman and Jacob Lindley
Written by Adams in the last months of his presidency to the Quaker abolitionists Churchman and Lindley. Adams wrote in response to a letter and pamphlet that the two abolitionists had sent him. The pamphlet was by Quaker abolitionist Warner Mifflin...
GLC00921
23 June 1802
Adams, John Quincy (1767-1848)
to James Bridge
Adams wishes to become reacquainted with his old friend from Harvard. Adams provides an outline of his history abroad since he last wrote Bridge in September 1794. Discusses travel to Holland, England, and Prussia, while serving the Unites States...
GLC00958.11
July 12, 1801
to Elias Shipman & others
An important letter responding to their protest about the dismissal of Elizur Goodrich in favor of Samuel Bishop. Goodrich was a "midnight" appointee of Adams, two weeks before leaving office. An important letter defending the care with which he...
GLC00964
17 May 1801
to Governor Clinton
Seeking advice on various appointments from the Governor. In part: "To you I need not make the observation that of all the duties imposed on the Executive head of a government, appointment to office is the most difficult & most irksome..." Goes...
GLC00986
2 July 1813
Wood, B. G.
to Mary Wood
Writes to his sister about his activities in Canada at Fort George and elsewhere in the northern campaign during the War of 1812. Also discusses the heroism of their brother, Eleazor D. Wood, at Fort Meigs, as recounted by General William Henry...
GLC01043.02
19 August 1814
Armstrong, John (1755-1816)
to Eleazor D. Wood
Transmits a brevet commission to the position of lieutenant colonel for Wood's service in the Battle of Lundy's Lane near Niagara Falls on 25 July 1814. One black and white bust engraving of John Armstrong included.
GLC01043.05
2 August 1813
[Appointment of Eleazor D. Wood to major in the corps of engineers]
Madison signed as President and countersigned by John Armstrong as Secretary of War. The commission was a brevet for Battle of Lundy's lane near Niagara Falls.
GLC01043.07
29 May 1811
Fulton, Robert (1765-1815)
to Thomas Law
Robert Fulton, writing to economist Thomas Law, discusses steamboats, Benjamin Latrobe, and a "western Canal," and attacks John Armstrong for his criticism of Joel Barlow, Fulton, the Smiths, the Clintons, and Fulwar Skipwith. With integral address...
GLC01067
circa 1804
Unknown
Prospectus of an historical and allegorical picture, entitled the Siege of York
Title continues: "or, the British surrendering their arms to General Washington after their defeat at York-Town, in Virginia, in the month of October, 1781." States that John Francis Renault is the creator of the work. Contains a description of the...
GLC02437.10361
1802
United States Mint
Message from the President re: number of coins minted in 1801
Shaw & Shoemaker 3348
GLC02447
1814/02/12
Gilman, Nicholas (fl. 1755-1814)
to Josiah Bartlett re: personal finances
GLC02470.13
4 January 1803
Jackson, James (1757-1806)
to John Milledge
Cosigned by Abraham Baldwin. Notifies the recipient of the ratification of the treaty with the Creek Indians. Hopes this treaty will lead the government to attempt to acquire even more Indian lands in the region.
GLC02498.06
26 May 1809
Bayard, James Asheton (1767-1815)
Written by Delaware Senator Bayard to an unknown recipient. Says as he left Kent (probably Kent County, Delaware) he saw Mr. Bobbet and communicated with him upon the subject the recipient wanted discussed. Bobbet's disposition toward the suggestion...
GLC02505.03
12 October 1802
Gallatin, Albert (1761-1849)
to David Harris
Discusses his attempt to ascertain the fee that should be paid to Luther Martin, a lawyer, by comparing the case to others. States that as far as he can ascertain, the highest fee ever given to a "gentleman of the bar" by the Treasury was to...
GLC02505.19
1801/06/08
Burr, Aaron (1756-1836)
to Ephraim Kirby re: forwarding a letter, long delayed, to President Jefferson
Written as Vice President. Kirby was a prominent Connecticut lawyer.
GLC02520
20 September 1813
to Henry Dearborn
President Madison writes to General Dearborn, commander of the United States army during the War of 1812, to discuss war plans and British policy. He also mentions problems with Massachusetts Governor Caleb Strong, who had refused to call out...
GLC02538
1812 - 1815
Ellery, William (1727-1820)
[Collection of nine letters from William Ellery to his grandson, George Channing] [Decimalized .01-.09]
GLC00108
20 January 1812
to George G. Channing
Thanks his grandson for his letter and for the wine he sent. Apologizes for the delay in responding due to outfitting a revenue cutter to cruise against violators of the Non-Intercourse Act. Reports that he has received a letter from R.H. Dana of...
GLC00108.01
18 March 1812
Thanks his grandson for his letter. Approves of Channing's career choice. Compares the commission brokerage and the auctioneering business. Advises him to be polite to all persons, especially in business dealings. Thanks him for family news.
GLC00108.02
15 April 1812
Thanks his grandson for his letter. Expresses happiness on the success of his auction business and that the candidate who opposed Channing in the recent election was defeated. Is much pressed with the increase of his duties during the present...
GLC00108.03
21 August 1812
Reprimands his grandson for the delay in sending his last letter. Channing asked for aid regarding a bank in which Ellery owned stock. Ellery replies that he will help his grandson and uses a shipping metaphor to preach moderation. Ellery...
GLC00108.04
5 December 1812
Writes to his grandson that he is happy Channing has gained a business partner and inquires as to who drew up the legal documents executing the partnership. Believes theological differences in the world will persist, and that everyone would get...
GLC00108.05
30 April 1813
Thanks his grandson for his letter and advises him to stop apologizing so much for the delay in writing. Apologizes for the character of his own writing, which has resulted from not taking proper care of his pen. Discusses his understanding of...
GLC00108.06
14 May 1814
Agrees with his grandson that evils have resulted from commercial regulations brought on by the War of 1812. Does not think Congress will enact an embargo. Believes the British have a right to blockade their enemy's ports. Advises moderation in...
GLC00108.07
18 July 1814
Writes to his grandson discussing his daily routine. Hopes Channing will have enough business so he can marry soon. Declines offer to add to his stock of wine because he wants to reserve his money during the uncertain times of the War of 1812....
GLC00108.08
13 March 1813
Jackson, Andrew (1767-1845)
to William B. Lewis
Concerning supply problems to Lewis, who was quartermaster in Nashville, government inefficiency, the national debt and heavy taxes. Complains of his own inactivity when his troops are needed in the Northwest, but will continue to obey his orders....
GLC00113
29 January 1813
Harrison, William Henry (1773-1841)
to James Morrison
Writes to the deputy quartermaster in Franklintown, Ohio regarding matters of money, supplies, and ordnance. Optimistically describes his plans for the upcoming battle of Fort George. Notes that the cold is impeding his writing.
GLC00127
05 March 1802
Williams, William
Untitled
GLC00148.52
19 September 1816
to James Fishback, Lexington KY, re: religion & French atheism
Jefferson denies a statement attributed to him that he had heard atheism discussed by French bishops at a table. Fishback, a Kentucky minister and politician, maintained that "by corruption in religion" all of Europe had "gravitated into atheism."...
GLC00180
05 January 1806
Chase, Samuel (1741-1811)
Obligatory note to the Bank of the U.S., paying David Harris
Written on blue paper.
GLC00184.06
January 1811
Rush, Benjamin
Petition to Select and Common Council of the City of Philadelphia
[Title continued] re: repairs to be made to an alley commonly known as "Willlings Alley." Signed by Rush's son and 22 others, mostly on verso.
GLC00184.42
Legal document re: unsettled case in Windham County Court.
Document contains 3-line attestation by Williams on recto.
GLC00184.52
1804
A defense of the legislature of Massachusetts, or the rights of New England vindicated
Pamphlet defending the Massachusetts legislature's attempt to repeal the three fifths clause of the Constitution. Claims that the repeal is necessary for Massachusetts to retain any influence in national government. Argues that this clause gives...
GLC00267.007
1805
Report of the trial of the Hon. Samuel Chase, one of the associate justices . . .
Title continues, ". . .of the Supreme Court of the United States, before the High Court of Impeachment, composed of the Senate of the United States, for charges exhibited against him by the House of Representatives, in the name of themselves and of...
GLC00292
25 June 1804
Lincoln, Benjamin (1733-1810)
[Importation certificate for the port of Marblehead, Massachusetts]
Partially printed document signed as collector and countersigned by J. Prentiss as Collector. Numbered 14976. Certifies that Thomas Meek imported one cask of wine.
GLC00307.04
15 August 1807
Putnam, Rufus (1738-1824)
[Check for 139 dollars]
Check written by Putnam, a Revolutionary War general and founder of a colony in Ohio. He began the colony in Adelphia, Ohio, which later became Marietta, Ohio. He moved to the Ohio country in 1788 as the Superintendent of the Ohio Company. This 139...
GLC00307.07
5 March 1806
Preble, Edward (1761-1807)
to Robert Smith
Offers Smith condolence for death of his wife. Smith was then secretary of the navy. Treble had been a naval commander in the Tripolitan War and, at the time this letter was written, an adviser to Smith.
GLC00308.01
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