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Full-Text Articles in History
Petition Of Prisoners In Worcester Jail To Extend The Prison Yard, September 8, 1784., Elijah Isaacson, George Shayer, Jacob Ellison, Henry Chase, Jonathan Willington, Daniel Novell, Asa Danforth, Matthew Knight
Petition Of Prisoners In Worcester Jail To Extend The Prison Yard, September 8, 1784., Elijah Isaacson, George Shayer, Jacob Ellison, Henry Chase, Jonathan Willington, Daniel Novell, Asa Danforth, Matthew Knight
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
The prisoners ask that the prison yard at Worcester jail be extended to accomodate the increasing number of prisoners.
Deposition By Thomas Williams, Signed By John Marshall. Date Unknown., John Marshall, Thomas Williams
Deposition By Thomas Williams, Signed By John Marshall. Date Unknown., John Marshall, Thomas Williams
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
In this deposition, the deponent Thomas Williams reports that he encouraged a girl to return a pocketbook to W. Minns. The girl later overhears W. Minns state the pocket book belonged to W. Thomas Reynolds, signed by John Marshall.
Fragment Of Land Survey Including Sketch Of Nathan Parris' Land, Spartanburg, South Carolina, October 15, 1867., John Baukston Davis, Nathan Parris
Fragment Of Land Survey Including Sketch Of Nathan Parris' Land, Spartanburg, South Carolina, October 15, 1867., John Baukston Davis, Nathan Parris
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
This fragment contains a sketch of land apparently belonging to Nathan Parris and the beginning of an apparent account of the survey. The reverse side has some docket annotations.
Receipt To C. Sareon For Loss Of His Slave, Hooker, To Employment In The Confederate Army, South Carolina. Columbia, February, 1864., South Carolina
Receipt To C. Sareon For Loss Of His Slave, Hooker, To Employment In The Confederate Army, South Carolina. Columbia, February, 1864., South Carolina
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Instrument indicating Sareon received $1250 from S.C. for having Hooker, his slave, build military fortifications in the state.
John Hutchinson Letter To Joseph Fulford; December 2, 1863, North Carolina, John Hutchinson
John Hutchinson Letter To Joseph Fulford; December 2, 1863, North Carolina, John Hutchinson
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Hutchinson encloses a check to Fulford and instructs "please fill up for amt of my note due the Merchants' Bank of Newbern_ Please cancel the Note + send it to me."
James Harper's Claim For Damages From New York City Draft Riots, October 22, 1863., County Of New York, James Harper
James Harper's Claim For Damages From New York City Draft Riots, October 22, 1863., County Of New York, James Harper
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
James Harper's claim for damages sustained in the New York City draft riots of July, 1863. Includes an itemized list of damaged goods and wares which totals $345. Subsequent documents and annotations indicate Harper was paid $150 for the damages by the County of New York. The address of his establishment is noted as 533 Third Avenue.
Receipt For Advertisement Placed In "Alexandria Gazette" Denoting Several Slaves For Sale, By John A. Washington, 1857., John Augustine Washington
Receipt For Advertisement Placed In "Alexandria Gazette" Denoting Several Slaves For Sale, By John A. Washington, 1857., John Augustine Washington
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
This is a receipt for a classified ad in the Alexandria Gazette - the actual advertisement that ran in the paper is attached. The advertiser, John A. Washington, announces that, as trustee for the estate of a William S. Mason, he will be selling "at public auction, to the highest bidder" two people: "one a young mulatto woman aged about 22 years, and a good house servant; the other, a negro boy aged ten years."
Letter From Seargent Smith Prentiss To Albert Pike, April 25, 1846., Seargent Smith Prentiss
Letter From Seargent Smith Prentiss To Albert Pike, April 25, 1846., Seargent Smith Prentiss
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
In this letter, Seargent Smith Prentiss writes on the subject of a claim sold to Albert Pike and requests the names and residences for witnesses, dated April 25, 1846.
Liquor License, Barnwell District, South Carolina, August 21, 1841., Barnwell District, South Carolina
Liquor License, Barnwell District, South Carolina, August 21, 1841., Barnwell District, South Carolina
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
In which the licensee, William Robertson Jr., swears to not "sell give exchange barter" liquor to any slaves. Signed by C.A. Scott.
Receipt And Fragment, Signed By Robert E. Lee, Circa 1838, With Receipt Indicating Cost Itemized Applied To A Public Works Project On The Mississippi River At St. Louis., Robert Edward Lee
Receipt And Fragment, Signed By Robert E. Lee, Circa 1838, With Receipt Indicating Cost Itemized Applied To A Public Works Project On The Mississippi River At St. Louis., Robert Edward Lee
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Document of receipt signed by Robert E. Lee to certify Steamboat Ariel to freight on 2 buoys for $320, for the improvement of the Mississippi River above the mouth of the Ohio, signed September 10, 1838.
J.R. Poinsett Letter Discussing Views On The Cherokee Treaty, Dated May 29 1838., Joel Roberts Poinsett
J.R. Poinsett Letter Discussing Views On The Cherokee Treaty, Dated May 29 1838., Joel Roberts Poinsett
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
J. R. Poinsett responds to a letter in interest of the success of his views in relation to the Cherokee Treaty. Dated May 29 1838.
Land Grant For 160 Acres In Lima, Ohio, Granted By President Martin Van Buren, 1837., Martin Van Buren, David Thatcher
Land Grant For 160 Acres In Lima, Ohio, Granted By President Martin Van Buren, 1837., Martin Van Buren, David Thatcher
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
David Thatcher, of Montgomery County, Ohio is granted 160 acres in Lima, Ohio. Granted by President Van Buren and signed by his delegate for him, 21 August 1837. On parchment, with Seal of the General Land Office adhered.
Document Allotting Thomas W. Seabrook Estate To R. Berry, May 21 1836. Signed By James Gadsden., James Gadsden
Document Allotting Thomas W. Seabrook Estate To R. Berry, May 21 1836. Signed By James Gadsden., James Gadsden
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
In this document signed by James Gadsden, the Estate of Thomas W. Seabrook is allotted to R. Berry for $1179.99 on May 21st, 1836. Includes a list of items sold dating from January 1, 1835- February 25, 1836. James Gadsden was a diplomat, businessman, soldier, and the namesake of the Gadsden Purchase.
Abstract Of Laws And Regulations At Harvard University For Parents Or Guardians Of Nathan Hale, Jr., A Member Of The Freshman Class. Signed By Josiah Quincy, Cambridge, July 17, 1834., Josiah Quincy
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
This form states Nathan Hale, Jr. is admitted a member of the Freshman class on probation. The document presents an abstract of laws and regulations once accepted and disccuses the terms of admission and matriculation, dress code, and billing information. Signed by Josiah Quincy, the president of Harvard University, and dated July 17, 1834.
John P. Kennedy Letter To The President Of The Bank Of Baltimore, Dated July 16, 1834., John Pendleton Kennedy
John P. Kennedy Letter To The President Of The Bank Of Baltimore, Dated July 16, 1834., John Pendleton Kennedy
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
John Pendleton Kennedy writes to the President of the Bank of Baltimore to inform him of the decision to move a case regarding Richard G. Cox to a concern of the Court of Law, dated July 16, 1834, Baltimore, Maryland.
Deed Of Sale For Seven People (As Slaves) Sold By William O'Neale To John Henry Eaton, Washington, D.C., April 10, 1823., William O'Neale, John Henry Eaton
Deed Of Sale For Seven People (As Slaves) Sold By William O'Neale To John Henry Eaton, Washington, D.C., April 10, 1823., William O'Neale, John Henry Eaton
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
This deed or receipt acknowledges the exchange of $800 for seven slaves: Betsy Baker, 55; Nelly, 36 and her son Jim, 12 and daughter Jane, 7; Henney, 40, and her son Washington, 5; and Polly Quander, 21.
David Porter Promise To Pay John Rodgers $700 Sixty Days After March 6, 1821., David Porter
David Porter Promise To Pay John Rodgers $700 Sixty Days After March 6, 1821., David Porter
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Porter and Rodgers were American naval officers noted for, among other things, their service in the War of 1812. In this note, David Porter promises to pay John Rodgers $700, sixty days after March 6, 1821.
Aaron Burr Letter To G.W. Lathrop, Esq., 1814., Aaron Burr
Aaron Burr Letter To G.W. Lathrop, Esq., 1814., Aaron Burr
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Writing from Albany, in this letter Burr summarizes developments in legal cases and notes the "total rejection of my bill in the Senate." 1814.
Appointment For Jacob Miller As Ensign In Virginia's Militia. Signed By James Barbour, Governor, 1814., James Barbour, Samuel Jones
Appointment For Jacob Miller As Ensign In Virginia's Militia. Signed By James Barbour, Governor, 1814., James Barbour, Samuel Jones
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Miller is commissioned as "Ensign of Company of Riflemen in the second Battalion of the thirteenth... Regiment seventh Brigade and third... Division of the said Militia" of Virginia. Barbour signs as governor of Virginia.
Appointment Of Samuel Briscoe To Be Coroner, Signed By Isaac Shelby. Kentucky, 1814., Isaac Shelby
Appointment Of Samuel Briscoe To Be Coroner, Signed By Isaac Shelby. Kentucky, 1814., Isaac Shelby
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Isaac Shelby, governor of Kentucky, appoints Samuel Briscoe as coroner of Bullitt County after the resignation of Rodolphus Buky on January 21, 1814. Signed by Martin D. Hardin, secretary, and Isaac Shelby, governor.
Ship's Certificate Issued To The Brig "Mary Torrans" Of Philadelphia. Parchment, Signed By James Madison And Robert Smith. 1809., James Madison, Robert Smith
Ship's Certificate Issued To The Brig "Mary Torrans" Of Philadelphia. Parchment, Signed By James Madison And Robert Smith. 1809., James Madison, Robert Smith
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
U.S. certificate for the brig "Mary Torrans" noting the ship's weight as 176 tons, that it carries no guns, and has a crew of 10. James Madison signs as President of the U.S. and Smith as Secretary of State of Pennsylvania. 1809.
Letter From William Thornton, Superintendent Of The Us Patent Office, To W. Josiah Bennett Regarding Patent, November 1, 1809., William Thornton
Letter From William Thornton, Superintendent Of The Us Patent Office, To W. Josiah Bennett Regarding Patent, November 1, 1809., William Thornton
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
William Thornton, superintendent of the United States Patent Office, notifies W. Josiah Bennett that his model and papers have been received. Thornton further explains the process by which Bennett may receive a patent. November 1, 1809.
Charles W. Goldsborough, Acting Secretary Of The Navy, Orders David Porter, Commander Of New Orleans Station, To Convene A Court Martial For The Trial Of Robert Fell. 1809., Charles Washington Goldsborough
Charles W. Goldsborough, Acting Secretary Of The Navy, Orders David Porter, Commander Of New Orleans Station, To Convene A Court Martial For The Trial Of Robert Fell. 1809., Charles Washington Goldsborough
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
A court martial for the trial of Robert Fell is ordered by the Secretary of the Navy, for the charges stated in a letter (not present) by Mr J Herbert in November of 1808.
Grant For 1099 Acre Tract Of Land Known As "Athens" In Pennsylvania, 1806, To Alexander Baring, Henry Baring, Robert Gilmore, Thomas Mayne Willine And Charles Willing Hare For The Sum Of $22.09. Official State Form, Parchment, Signed By James Trimble And Thomas M. Kean, Governnor., James Trimble, Thomas M. Kean
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Document granting 1099 acres of land to the trustees of William Bingham's estate: Alexander Baring, Henry Baring, Robert Gilmore, Thomas Mayne Willing, and Charles Willing Hare. Dimensions of the tract are noted in detail, as are the machinations by which this tract is granted to the grantees. On parchment, 1806. Includes seal under paper accompanied by signature of governor Thomas M. Kean. Dimensions of tract resemble modern day dimensions of Athens Borough in Bradford County, Pennsylvania.
Petition Of Relief On A Judgment, Initialed By Francis Scott Key. Frederick, Maryland, 1804., Francis Scott Key
Petition Of Relief On A Judgment, Initialed By Francis Scott Key. Frederick, Maryland, 1804., Francis Scott Key
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
This manuscript is a petition for relief from a judgement rendered by Justice of the Peace John Houston against Key's client, John Troxel, Jr., in favor of Elizabth Faris in the sum of 114 shillings and six pence, plus costs. Francis Scott Key was an American lawyer and poet who wrote the "Star Spangled Banner."
Certification Of Importation Signed By Benjamin Lincoln, Barnabas Lincoln
Certification Of Importation Signed By Benjamin Lincoln, Barnabas Lincoln
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Benjamin Lincoln certifies the importation of one Cask of Wine containing fifty-four gallons, by William J. Nath. Hooper in the Joanna Zinnia, an American Vessel, from Bourdeaux, dated October 20, 1804.
Appointment Of Jacob Morton As Sheriff In Charlotte County, Virginia, Signed By James Monroe, 1802., James Monroe
Appointment Of Jacob Morton As Sheriff In Charlotte County, Virginia, Signed By James Monroe, 1802., James Monroe
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Jacob Morton is appointed sheriff of Charlotte County, Virginia in 1802. This appointment is signed by James Monroe, who was governor of Virginia at the time.
Fragment Of A Deed Distributing 202.5 Acres Of Land "Obtained From The Creek Nation Of Indians" In Baldwin County, Georgia To James Tarrentine 1802., John Milledge
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Top half of a land grant to James Tarrentine for 202.5 acres in the first district of Baldwin County, Georgia. Date is approximate, based on treaty date noted in document.
Form Of Verification Of The Delivery Of Merchandise, Signed By Tobias Lear, Cape Francois, Santo Domingo (Present-Day Cap Haitien, Haiti), 1801., Tobias Lear
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Lear, as general commercial agent of the U.S. at Cape Francois, certifies that Joseph Arnaud's accounting of the cargo of the Brig Rainbow - contained on verso - is accurate and complete. Lear was once private secretary to Gen. Washington. Cape Francois, Santo Domingo is now Cap Haitien, Haiti.
Bushrod Washington, A Justice Of The Supreme Court Of United States, Requests $875 Be Paid To Charles Simms, Collector At The Port Of Alexandria, April 1, 1801., Bushrod Washington
Bushrod Washington, A Justice Of The Supreme Court Of United States, Requests $875 Be Paid To Charles Simms, Collector At The Port Of Alexandria, April 1, 1801., Bushrod Washington
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Bushrod Washington, a justice of the Supreme Court of United States, requests $875, one quarter of his salary, to be paid to Charles Simms, collector at the port of Alexandria. April 1, 1801.