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Cleveland continues with the plight of his soldier son.
Harvey writes of meeting American ship captains and their opinions on the war. He also discusses news from Europe.
Caldwell writes to Lincoln that his sixteen year old son has run away and enlisted, and he seeks to have him released.
Henderson writes to the president to share what is contemplated in Europe about the war.
In this letter, Taylor proposes compensation to slave states for $200 per slave, and includes a list of figures for each state.
ABW members were asked by Midge Costanza, then aide to President Jimmy Carter, to attend a meeting at the White House to discuss the issue of domestic…
Howard writes of Guglielmo Tocci and his intention to send the president pamphlets.
Cantel writes to apply for the consulships of either Quebec, Erie, or Demerara.
Tellkampf writes to Seward on his thoughts on the war and how the South's strategy is similar to Napoleon's.
McClernand writes to President Lincoln with updates from the army, including attacks on Arkanasas.
Bigelow encloses a letter from Lieutenant Hills and asks that a furlough may be obtained for him.
Frémont writes to President Lincoln with news from the U.S. Army's Western Department.
Frémont writes to President Lincoln with news from the U.S. Army's Western Department.
Downey requests that Lincoln include representation from the Pacific area in his cabinet.
Motley writes to Seward in response to his question and with impressions from Europe.
John McLeod sends a document on behalf of the General Synod of the Reformed Presbyterian Church in North America.
Sarell, an Englishman, seeks an audience with President Lincoln.
McClure writes to Seward about his own promotion, hoping that Seward will bring it to the attention of the president.
Forney reports on the majorities in Pennsylvania and predicts they will carry the state.
This letter is also signed by Elbridge Gerry Spaulding, William W. Mann, Henry W. Rogers, George R. Babcock. They recommend the "Stoddards Miniature…
Wright communicates about a mutual acquaintance, Dr. William Patton of New Haven, Connecticut.
Heco's letter of resignation as Interpreter to the United States Consulate at Kanagawa.
Knowland writes of God and duty.
Dent writes on behalf of Mr. Walter Mitchell of Port Tobacco, Charles County Maryland, to be allowed to return home.
Lathrop writes to express her thanks to the president and to bring an enclosed circular to his attention.
Julia Griffiths (1811-1895) was Frederick Douglass’ (1818-1895) business manager and a tireless fundraiser for his work. She wrote numerous letters to…
Hunt warns President Lincoln against possible concerns of conscripting men in Missouri.
Ghilardi announced his arrival in the United States and seeks an audience with the president.
Ghilardi sends regrets that he cannot meet with the president before departing for Mexico. He urges government assistance for Mexico.
Flanders writes on behalf of the friends of Jas Hitchins.
Madame de Give is trying to reach her husband, Mr. Lamont de Give, Belgian Consul, who left for Atlanta 13 months earlier.
Fetherston writes to Lincoln again, on behalf of Mr. Patrick McIlroy who is seeking employment in the Navy Yard of Charlestown, Massachusetts.
Fetherston resends a letter that was mistakenly omitted in earlier correspondence.
Letter from Mary T. Williams to JAW. 2 March 1962.
Mary Todd Lincoln writes to Seward with an apology to him and her opinion on a political appointment. She asks him to speak with President.
Grinnell passes along news from the Times and reports of insults to the president by C.M. Clay.
Taylor offers congratulations and thanks to the president on his success.
Mrs. Benham writes to Weed, seeking his influence in getting her husband detached from the Sacramento, blockading off Wilmington, and moved closer to…
Banks writes to President Lincoln seeking the appointment to his staff of Colonel John S. Clark as an additional Aid de Camp.
Banks writes to the president about Dr. Zacharie.
Banks writes seeking the promotion of Captain John W. McClure, Quarter Masters Department, to the rank of Major.
Banks writes with updates from Texas and Mexico.
Holden wants one son sent to West Point and another to the Naval Academy.
Arce, a resident of Mexico, writes to the President about circumstances surrounding his legal problems.
Friese writes to share his thoughts on race relations.
Wellington seeks a position in the navy.
Wetmore sends a corrected copy of a resolution and news of pamphlets.
In this letter, Norton expresses his fears about possible outcomes of the war and urges Seward to impress upon Lincoln to immediately, as a military…
Sykes writes on behalf of others in Norfolk to restore "civil government" to their city.
Burroughs writes to Seward with his thoughts on the war and President Lincoln's strategies.
Included in this letter is a translated copy of Resolutions passed by the Congregational Welsh Association of Pennsylvania.
Handwritten letter from Ruden Wheeler to Josephine W Post, November 27, 1923.
Translation of second letter written by a "soldat citoyen," recommending his scheme of "forming before Spring a military Division composed of…
Chase writes of war updates as reported in the Richmond newspaper.
Daily writes to the president about the appointment of Dr. Charles S. Henry for the position of Assistant Quartermaster U.S.A.
Pellet writes of her brother, whom she lost in the war.
Pellet writes to the president to express her support and faith in him and God.
Cameron writes to Lincoln about legal matters.
North Carolina resident, Stephen D. Pool, writes to Abraham Lincoln, seeking an audience with him.
Susan B. Anthony writes to Amy Post about recent experiences. Also included is a "Call for a meeting of the loyal women of the nation."
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Susan B. Anthony writes to Amy Post to encourage her to attend the upcoming Woman's Rights Convention in New York City.
Susan B. Anthony writes Amy Post on February 14, 1867 about the upcoming referendum in Kansas. On page 2, Anthony mentions that Louisa Jacobs,…
In this letter, Anthony sends proof copy of her attorney, Henry Selden’s, argument that she should be discharged to Francis S. Rew, the publisher of…
Susan B. Anthony writes her brother-in-law Eugene Mosher on October 4, 1877 about the death of her sister Hannah and the illness of her mother.
On December 19, 1883, Susan B. Anthony wrote to her niece, Louise Mosher, about the power of mind over body.
In this letter Anthony discusses how the scandal of the rumored affair of Henry Ward Beecher and Elizabeth Tilton shall not interrupt her goals of…
Susan B. Anthony writes Mary Lewis Gannett on August 15, 1898 soliciting a letter of endorsement for Ida Wells Barnett and comments on the…
Susan B. Anthony writes Mary Lewis Gannett from Germany on June 17, 1904, describing a banquet she attended.
In this letter from Susan B. Anthony to Rachel Foster Avery, Anthony comments on the sculpture of herself by Adelaide Johnson and encloses suggested…
Susan B. Anthony writes to Rachel Foster Avery on November 11, 1887 about the impending merger of the NWSA and the AWSA.
In this letter to Rachel Foster Avery's adopted infant daughter, Susan B. Anthony expresses her concern that Rachel Foster Avery will be distracted…
Susan B. Anthony's letter to Sarah Hallowell about redecorating the house.
A two page handwritten letter from a young child
Reverend Chambers writes to Lincoln with the preamble and resolutions that were adopted by the General Synod of the Reformed Protestant Dutch Church…
In this letter addressed to Lincoln and his cabinet, the 'many citizens of Florida' want more troops deployed to defend the Union against the rebels.
The Marquis de Lafayette welcomes Seward to France.
This letter accompanies a proposition to purchase arms.
Hillhouse writes to Lincoln with a recommendation to promote Colonel James C. Rice, 44th New York Volunteers, to the rank of Brig General.
Grant gives an introduction to Mrs. Hulbert of Memphis.
Hulbert writes to the president to "unfurl the banner of peace."
Hulbert writes to Seward, imploring him to pass her letter on to the president.
Hurley is an applicant for a consulship and writes to Lincoln about the letters he receives, those which seek relief and liberty.
Hunt writes to the president of local political activities in his congressional district.
Jewett writes to urge provision for the national debt through Colorado and other gold localities.
Jewett reports that the marshals of New York and Buffalo hold orders for his arrest and seeks advice from President Lincoln.
Jewett is about to leave for Europe and writes of European relations.
Jewett seeks an answer on his proposed European visit.
Bryant writes to Lincoln on behalf of Samuel J. Wood Esqre. of Peekskill, and is seeking reparation for Wood's loss at Graytown.
Seward writes to Lincoln with a request from the "Prince of Joinville."
In this letter to Abraham Lincoln, William Henry Seward acknowledges receipt of Lincoln's letters of December 8, which discuss Seward's nomination for…
In this letter to Abraham Lincoln, William Henry Seward acknowledges receipt of Lincoln's letters of December 8, which discuss Seward's nomination for…
In this letter to Abraham Lincoln, William Henry Seward acknowledges receipt of Lincoln's letters of December 8, which discuss Seward's nomination for…
In this brief letter to Abraham Lincoln, Seward indicates that should he be nominated and confirmed, he will accept the appointment of Secretary of…
In this brief letter to Abraham Lincoln, Seward indicates that should he be nominated and confirmed, he will accept the appointment of Secretary of…
Seward encourages Lincoln to omit several paragraphs from a draft of his inaugural address in order to lessen the chance of some states' immediate…
Seward writes to encourage Lincoln to attend the funeral of John Hitz, consul to Switzerland.
Seward forwards August Belmont's letters to President Lincoln and discusses the draft.
A letter from William Henry Seward to Abraham Lincoln where Seward tenders his resignation as Secretary of State.
A letter from William Henry Seward to Abraham Lincoln where Seward tenders his resignation as Secretary of State.
In this letter to Abraham Lincoln, Seward retracts his withdrawal from the role of Secretary of State.
Seward writes to Adams about an official decree regarding the end of slavery.
In this letter marked "confidential," Seward writes to Banks about Dr. Zacharie.
In this letter marked "confidential," Seward writes to Banks that if decisive action is required beyond the given funds, the funds will be found.
In this letter to President Lincoln, McFarlane discusses his ideas of keeping France and Spain from claiming Mexico.
President Lincoln is invited to the funeral of Archbishop Hughes.
Starr wonders if President Lincoln will be attending the funeral of Archbishop Hughes.
Allen writes of past claims, terms of office, and the role of church and state.
In this letter from the 'Committee of Citizens' in New York, signees offer the support of New York's services during the course of the war. The letter…