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James Randall Poetry Manuscript, James Ryder Randall
James Randall Poetry Manuscript, James Ryder Randall
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
A fair copy of "My Maryland," a poem by James Ryder Randall later utilized in a Civil War battle hymn and as the lyrics for the state anthem of Maryland, "Maryland, My Maryland." It is unknown if this is a fair copy by Randall himself or by another creator.
Louisa Catherine Johnson Adams Poem "To Thomas," 1842., Louisa Catherine Adams
Louisa Catherine Johnson Adams Poem "To Thomas," 1842., Louisa Catherine Adams
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
Louisa Catherine Adams was the wife of John Quincy Adams. She was the first lady from 1825-1829, and she was the only first lady to be born outside the U.S. Adams writes this poem to Thomas, stating "your presence eased the lab'ring thought/the note aside was laid/ Before, with kind expression fraught/my compliment was paid." Dated January 25, 1842.
Sam Ralston Poetry Manuscript (Song), Sam. Ralston
Sam Ralston Poetry Manuscript (Song), Sam. Ralston
Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection
3 page manuscript of verse entitled: “Written for the celebration of the 4th of July 1836 at Plymouth, Mississippi.” First stanza begins: “The hour has come, when Texians brave – Must choose bright glory, or the Grave;” Accompanying note explains “Ralston most likely went with Quitman to fight for Texas independence.”