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The Teszler Times, Melissa Clapp
The Teszler Times, Melissa Clapp
Library Publications
"The Teszler Times" is the faculty newsletter for the Sandor Teszler Library at Wofford College. The Spring 2018 issue contains a message from Dean Kevin Reynolds, information about various services including subject librarian program, membership in CRL, and the library gallery exhibit. Statistics from the Fall 2017 semester show interesting facts about how the Sandor Teszler Library and library services were used.
The Teszler Times, Melissa Clapp
The Teszler Times, Melissa Clapp
Library Publications
"The Teszler Times" is the faculty newsletter for the Sandor Teszler Library at Wofford College. The fall 2017 issue contains a message from Dean Kevin Reynolds, information about various services including our redesigned website with a special section for services for faculty, and an easy online form to use for submitting course reserves. The newsletter also features announcements for the upcoming banners to be hung outside the library and the new New Books area, now located adjacent to the Writing Center. Finally, statistics from the 2016-2017 school year show interesting facts about how the Sandor Teszler Library is used.
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.
Thomas Pinckney, Agent At Virginia, Tennessee And Georgia Air Line (Railroad), Inquires With W.G. Macdowell, Treasurer Of N.& W. Railroad (Norfolk & Western?), As To The Status Of A Claim Made By Shippers Compress Co., Thomas Pinckney
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Thomas Pinckney, agent at Virginia, Tennessee and Georgia Air Line (railroad), inquires with W.G. Macdowell, treasurer of N.& W. Railroad (Norfolk & Western?), as to whether or not a claim of $1690.33 made by Shippers Compress Company has been paid to N. & W. October 25, 1887.
River Voyageurs: A Journal, Duane A. Stober
River Voyageurs: A Journal, Duane A. Stober
Local History
A Journal compiled by Duane A. Stober for a 1969 Wofford College Interim project. The project was a canoe trip on several South Carolina rivers from Pacolet to Charleston. The project studied the biology, history, and geology of the river system in addition to canoeing on the rivers. The tour took place between January 9 and 21, 1969.
The Structure And Functions Of The Federal Reserve System Of The United States Today, William Law Goode
The Structure And Functions Of The Federal Reserve System Of The United States Today, William Law Goode
College Books
An overview of the history of the Federal Reserve system from its creation in 1913 to the late 1930s, and a description of its structure as of the late 1930s.
Bird's-Eye View Of The City Of Spartanburg, South Carolina, Looking Southeast, 1891, Albert Ruger, Ruger And Stoner Of Madison, Wisconsin
Bird's-Eye View Of The City Of Spartanburg, South Carolina, Looking Southeast, 1891, Albert Ruger, Ruger And Stoner Of Madison, Wisconsin
Local History
This panoramic drawing from a "birds-eye view" shows the streets and many buildings that existed in the city of Spartanburg in 1891, with Wofford College's buildings in the foreground. It also notes the city's population at 3,200 in 1880 and 8,000 in 1890. The rail lines are also visible, and the map lists a number of the businesses that were then operating.
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."
George W. Randolph, Confederate Secretary Of War, Writes To An Unidentifed Cotton Manufacturer, June 1862., George Wythe Randolph
George W. Randolph, Confederate Secretary Of War, Writes To An Unidentifed Cotton Manufacturer, June 1862., George Wythe Randolph
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Randolph writes to an unidentified cottton manufacturer that he has been informed that "exhorbitant" prices are being charged for certain goods. Randolph also requests that his correspondent reply to him what quantity and what price such goods can be furnished at the time of writing and over the subsequent 30, 60, and 90 days at various points throughout the Southern rail system. Randolph further adds that "cotton manufacturers must not ex[ect to sell their goods at unreasonable prices[....]while other classes are suffering[.]"
Requsition Form Signed By States Rights Gist, States Rights Gist, Lawrence M. Keitt
Requsition Form Signed By States Rights Gist, States Rights Gist, Lawrence M. Keitt
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Requisition form signed by States Rights Gist which records the aquisition of muskets, bayonets, and assorted accessories and weapons. Dated February 15th, 1862 in Charleston, S.C.
Letter Of Introduction For J. D. Logan, Written And Signed Sam Houston, Governor Of Texas. April 1860., Sam Houston
Letter Of Introduction For J. D. Logan, Written And Signed Sam Houston, Governor Of Texas. April 1860., Sam Houston
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
A letter of introduction from Sam Houston to James Brooks, editor of the New York Express, regarding the newspaper editor of the San Antonio "Daily and Weekly Herald," J.D. Logan. Logan was visiting New York on business and was perceived by Houston as being knowledgable about Texas. April 1860. Prominently signed by Sam Houston.
South Carolina "Bond For Money" Between D. Goudelock And Anderson Pound[?], Union District, February 8, 1860. Signed By States Rights Gist And John R. R. Giles, States Rights Gist, D. Goudelock, John R.R. Giles, Anderson Pound
South Carolina "Bond For Money" Between D. Goudelock And Anderson Pound[?], Union District, February 8, 1860. Signed By States Rights Gist And John R. R. Giles, States Rights Gist, D. Goudelock, John R.R. Giles, Anderson Pound
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
$5000 South Carolina "bond for money" between D. Goudelock and Anderson Pound[?], Union District, February 8, 1860. Signed by States Rights Gist, John R. R. Giles, T.W.G. Giles and one other.
Promissory Note, States Rights Gist Is Lender. 1859., States Rights Gist
Promissory Note, States Rights Gist Is Lender. 1859., States Rights Gist
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Promissory note for payment of States Rights for $56.34. 1859
Thomas Benton Letter To Dr. Harry Boernstein, 1853., Thomas Hart Benton
Thomas Benton Letter To Dr. Harry Boernstein, 1853., Thomas Hart Benton
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Thomas Hart Benton writes a letter to Henry Boernstein, a German publisher of the Anzeiger des Westens [“Western Reporter”] in St. Louis. In this letter, Benton discusses proposed changes for the paper, expresses his gratitude for Boernstein's support in the previous election, and looks forward to the continued participation of German-Americans in future elections.
Missouri Bond No. 32 For $1000. Signed By Sterling Price, Governor, April 15, 1853., Sterling Price, John M. Richardson, A. W. Morrison
Missouri Bond No. 32 For $1000. Signed By Sterling Price, Governor, April 15, 1853., Sterling Price, John M. Richardson, A. W. Morrison
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Missouri bond No. 32 for $1000, redeemable 30 years thereafter. Signed by Governor Sterling Price and Secretary of State John M. Richardson. Registered on April 15th, 1853.
Thomas S. Jesup Letter Regarding The Brig "Baltimore," 1849., Thomas Sidney Jesup
Thomas S. Jesup Letter Regarding The Brig "Baltimore," 1849., Thomas Sidney Jesup
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Jesup was a Major General in the U.S. Army. This letter concerns the Brig “Baltimore,” which wasn’t seaworthy at the time it was chartered. Jesup writes that the owners have no legal claim to any charter money.
Slave Trade Ledger Of William James Smith, 1844-1854, William James Smith
Slave Trade Ledger Of William James Smith, 1844-1854, William James Smith
Local History
This ledger meticulously details the prices paid and received for scores of human beings (as slaves; only first names are recorded), as well as the expenses incurred by Smith in undertaking this business venture, such as feeding, clothing, sheltering, and nursing the people he purchased and sold. The details of the book illustrate that Smith took several "trips" between 1844 and 1854 to buy and sell slaves: detailed records of purchases and sales of "Negroes" exist for all of the years between 1844 and 1854. The listing of expenses for the year of 1844 (the most complete account) indicate that …
Business Letter Signed By R. B. Taney, As Secretary Of The Treasury, In Which He Notifies A William B. Rochester That His Inquiry Has Been Forwarded To The War Department. 1833., Roger Brooke Taney
Business Letter Signed By R. B. Taney, As Secretary Of The Treasury, In Which He Notifies A William B. Rochester That His Inquiry Has Been Forwarded To The War Department. 1833., Roger Brooke Taney
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Taney conveys that Rochester's letter has been "referred to the War Departament for an answer." Washington, D.C., November 21, 1833.
Letter From Charles Carroll Of Carrollton Concerning Outstanding Debt Owed Him. 1829., Charles Carroll Iii, Of Carrollton
Letter From Charles Carroll Of Carrollton Concerning Outstanding Debt Owed Him. 1829., Charles Carroll Iii, Of Carrollton
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Charles Carroll of Carrollton was a wealthy Maryland planter and the last signer of the Declaration of Independence to die. This letter, concerning an outstanding debt owed to him, was written 3 years before his death at age 95.
Charles Carroll Letter Regarding Business Matters, Repairs On His Properties, And Behavior Of His Tenants. 1827., Charles Carroll Iii, Of Carrollton
Charles Carroll Letter Regarding Business Matters, Repairs On His Properties, And Behavior Of His Tenants. 1827., Charles Carroll Iii, Of Carrollton
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Charles Carroll of Carrollton was a wealthy Maryland planter and the last signer of the Declaration of Independence to die. This letter is to James F. Brice and discusses financial matters and refers to his account with Mr. Randall.
Enclosure For A Check Drawn On Bank Of The United States By Treasurer Of The United States, Thomas T. Tucker, To John Montgomery., Thomas Tudor Tucker
Enclosure For A Check Drawn On Bank Of The United States By Treasurer Of The United States, Thomas T. Tucker, To John Montgomery., Thomas Tudor Tucker
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Thomas T. Tucker, treasurer of the United States, encloses a check drawn on the Bank of the United States for $18,273.05, issued by the Secretary of War, to John Montgomery, mayor of Baltimore. May 28, 1822.
Charles Thomson Check, Charles Thomson
Charles Thomson Check, Charles Thomson
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
A check made out to Sarah Hagey for forty dollars. 18 September 1821.
Enclosure For A Check Drawn On Bank Of The United States By Treasurer Of The United States, Thomas T. Tucker, To Francis Nichols., Thomas Tudor Tucker
Enclosure For A Check Drawn On Bank Of The United States By Treasurer Of The United States, Thomas T. Tucker, To Francis Nichols., Thomas Tudor Tucker
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Thomas T. Tucker, treasurer of the United States, encloses a check drawn on the Bank of the United States for $152.00, issued by the Secretary of the Navy, to Francis Nichols. July 19, 1820.
Elbridge Gerry Writes To Mrs. Morton And Communicates Regrets And That A Message Has Been Conveyed. Cambridge, Mass., 1811., Elbridge Gerry
Elbridge Gerry Writes To Mrs. Morton And Communicates Regrets And That A Message Has Been Conveyed. Cambridge, Mass., 1811., Elbridge Gerry
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Gerry signed the Declaration of Independence, was a delegate to the Continental Convention, was governor of Massachusetts, and Vice President of the U.S.
Commission Of Sylvanus Bacheldor To Be Ensign For A Company In The Fourth Regiment Of Infantry In The Second Brigade And Sixth Division Of The Militia Of Massachusetts, Signed By Elbridge Gerry. Boston, 1810., Elbridge Gerry, Commonwealth Of Massachusetts
Commission Of Sylvanus Bacheldor To Be Ensign For A Company In The Fourth Regiment Of Infantry In The Second Brigade And Sixth Division Of The Militia Of Massachusetts, Signed By Elbridge Gerry. Boston, 1810., Elbridge Gerry, Commonwealth Of Massachusetts
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Elbridge Gerry, as governor and "commander in chief" of Massachusetts, commissions Sylvanus Bacheldor as "ensign of a company" in the fourth regiment of infantry in the second brigade and sixth division of the militia of Massachusetts. Benjamin Homans signs as secretary of the commonwealth.
Letter From James Wilkinson To J(?) Knight, James Wilkinson
Letter From James Wilkinson To J(?) Knight, James Wilkinson
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Letter by James Wilkinson to James Knight, describing a bill and asking him to call at Headquarters.
Letter From Pierce Butler To A Mr. Simpson, An Employee Of The Bank Of The United States, Regarding Financial Matters. 1801., Pierce Butler
Letter From Pierce Butler To A Mr. Simpson, An Employee Of The Bank Of The United States, Regarding Financial Matters. 1801., Pierce Butler
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Butler asks Simpson if the Bank of United States will take in his "Bills in London at the current price" in the winter and spring of 1802. Item annotated with reply.
Import Certificate For One Cask Of Bordeaux Wine Received At Marblehead, Mass., Signed By Benjamin Lincoln, 1806., Benjamin Lincoln Jr., District Of Massachusetts, Port Of Marblehead
Import Certificate For One Cask Of Bordeaux Wine Received At Marblehead, Mass., Signed By Benjamin Lincoln, 1806., Benjamin Lincoln Jr., District Of Massachusetts, Port Of Marblehead
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Benjamin Lincoln certifies the importation of one cask of wine at Marblehead, Mass., 1806.
Receipt For Shipment Of One Cask Of Wine, Signed By Benjamin Lincoln, Marblehead, Mass., 1806., Benjamin Lincoln Collector
Receipt For Shipment Of One Cask Of Wine, Signed By Benjamin Lincoln, Marblehead, Mass., 1806., Benjamin Lincoln Collector
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Benjamin Lincoln certifies the importation of one cask of claret wine from Bordeaux, France at Marblehead, Mass. via the Ann, Francis, 1806.
Letter From Pierce Butler Regarding His "Salvadore Lands" In South Carolina. 1806., Pierce Butler
Letter From Pierce Butler Regarding His "Salvadore Lands" In South Carolina. 1806., Pierce Butler
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Butler discusses financial and legal matters regarding his problems with squatters on his "Salvadore lands" in South Carolina. 1806.