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J[Oho] L. Motley To "Mr. Clay,", Joho L. Motley
J[Oho] L. Motley To "Mr. Clay,", Joho L. Motley
ALLM: Cassius Marcellus Clay Personal Papers
Nov.12, 1861 - J[oho] L. Motley, Vienna, to "Mr. Clay," dated Nov. 12, 1861. ALS, 4 pp. (I pc.)
Discusses spending time in both England and France, and about the discussion of American affairs with Lord Russell. He writes of his fears for a long and bloody war and his belief that England and France would not interfere.
Prince Gortchacow To [Cassius M. Clay], Gortchacow
Prince Gortchacow To [Cassius M. Clay], Gortchacow
ALLM: Cassius Marcellus Clay Personal Papers
Nov.11, 1861 - Prince Gortchacow, [St. Petersburg?] to [Cassius M. Clay], dated Nov. 11, 1861. Handwritten, I p. (I folio pc.)
In French. Refers to Edward Everett.
Edward Everett To C.M. Clay, Edward Everett
Edward Everett To C.M. Clay, Edward Everett
ALLM: Cassius Marcellus Clay Personal Papers
Oct. 29, 1861 - Edward Everett, Boston, to C.M. Clay, dated Oct. 29, I 861. ALS, 2 pp. (I pc.)
Everett's letter to Clay refers to an article from the New York "Ledger" regarding Prince Gortchacow's letter of July 10, and Everett wishes Clay success with his mission to Russia.
Baron [Korff] To [Cassius M. Clay], Korff
Baron [Korff] To [Cassius M. Clay], Korff
ALLM: Cassius Marcellus Clay Personal Papers
Sept. 27, 1861 - Baron [Korff?], St. Petersbourg, to [Cassius M. Clay], dated Sept. 27, 1861. Handwritten, not signed, I p. (I folio pc.)
In French. Pertains to a reception.
H.S. Sanford To C.M. Clay, H. S. Sanford
H.S. Sanford To C.M. Clay, H. S. Sanford
ALLM: Cassius Marcellus Clay Personal Papers
Sept. 25, 1861 - H.S. Sanford, Paris, to C.M. Clay, dated Sept. 25, 1861. ALS, 18 pp. (6 pcs.)
Sanford asks Clay about a "Treaty," and discusses the willingness of Russia "to accept the Marcy Amendment." Mentions a wide-range of topics including Adams and Dayton, the "principles of the Paris Declaration," England, Garibaldi, and emancipation.
Joho Appleton To Hon. C.M. Clay, Joho Appleton
Joho Appleton To Hon. C.M. Clay, Joho Appleton
ALLM: Cassius Marcellus Clay Personal Papers
Sept. 22, 1861 - Joho Appleton, Washington, to Hon. C.M. Clay, dated Sept. 22, 1861. ALS, 4pp. (1 pc.)
Appleton refers to enclosed letters to Clay, and congratulates him. Writes that the published letter of Prince Gortchacow would strengthen good feelings toward Russia. Mentions Seward's belief that European interference "was pretty well over."
[Director Of The Chancelry Of The Ministry Of The Marine], To Cassius M. Clay, Director Of The Chancelry Of The Ministry Of The Marine
[Director Of The Chancelry Of The Ministry Of The Marine], To Cassius M. Clay, Director Of The Chancelry Of The Ministry Of The Marine
ALLM: Cassius Marcellus Clay Personal Papers
Sept. 04, 1861 - [Director of the Chancelry of the Ministry of the Marine], to Cassius M. Clay, dated Sept. 4, 1861. Handwritten, (I pc.)
Brief note telling Clay that a government steamer would stand ready to convey Clay to Cronstadt the next day and bring him back to St. Petersburg.
James S. Pike To Hon. C.M. Clay, James S. Pike
James S. Pike To Hon. C.M. Clay, James S. Pike
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Sept. 01, 1861 - James S. Pike, The.Hague, to Hon. C.M. Clay, St. Petersburg, dated Sept. 1, 1861. ALS, 12 pp. (3 pcs.)
Pike writes that "there was nothing to be done but execute the specific instructions." The writer points out that he has not done it, but is ready "to act when England and France have acted." Mentions a "Marcy proposition" and "Mr. Dayton."
J.P. [Hatterscheidt] To Hon. Cassius M. Clay, J. P. Hatterscheidt
J.P. [Hatterscheidt] To Hon. Cassius M. Clay, J. P. Hatterscheidt
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Aug. 26, 1861 - J.P. [Hatterscheidt?], Moscow, to Hon. Cassius M. Clay, dated Aug. 26, 1861. ALS, l p.
Letter informing Clay of his arrival at Moscow and complying with Section 75 of the "Gen. Consular Regulation." The writer informed Clay that he was awaiting his "commission and exequatur."
George Francis Train Hon. C.M. Clay, George Francis Train
George Francis Train Hon. C.M. Clay, George Francis Train
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Aug.13, 1861 - George Francis Train, London, to Hon. C.M. Clay, St. Petersburg, dated Aug. 13, 1861. ALS, 4 pp. (1 pc.)
Train discusses England's state sans cotton, mentions being with friends with Clay's name coming up, and says he will not "forget the good service you did our country when no one had the pluck to speak." Mentions the blockade and that England has cotton.
A[Lexander] Alison To Hon. C.M. Clay, Alexander Alison
A[Lexander] Alison To Hon. C.M. Clay, Alexander Alison
ALLM: Cassius Marcellus Clay Personal Papers
Aug. 09, 1861 - A[lexander] Alison, London, to Hon. C.M. Clay, St. Petersburg, dated Aug. 9; 1861. ALS, 2 pp. (I folio pc.)
Alison writes that he will send "Essay No. 4, which will be published tomorrow." Mentions the "war" and "America."
Jno. W. Wright To Hon. C.M. Clay, Jno. W. Wright
Jno. W. Wright To Hon. C.M. Clay, Jno. W. Wright
ALLM: Cassius Marcellus Clay Personal Papers
Aug. 01, [1861] - Jno. W. Wright, Washington City, to Hon. C.M. Clay, dated Aug. I, [1861]. ALS, 4 pp. (1 folio pc.)
Wright tells Clay that he has visited but once with "Abraham" in his month in Washington. He puts forward the view that "we" have been "deceived in the man." Mentions Cameron and Chase; also, writes of a meeting "to prepare for '64."
Geo. Francis Train To Hon. C.M. Clay, Geo. Francis Train
Geo. Francis Train To Hon. C.M. Clay, Geo. Francis Train
ALLM: Cassius Marcellus Clay Personal Papers
July 19, 1861 - Geo. Francis Train, London, to Hon. C.M. Clay, dated July 19, 1861. ALS, 4 pp. (1 pc.)
Discusses Clay's letter published in the "London Times." Writes that he wishes regards to Clay's wife and daughters; and, mentions Lincoln's endorsement of Clay.
A[Lexander] Alison To C.M. Clay, Esqr., Alexander Alison
A[Lexander] Alison To C.M. Clay, Esqr., Alexander Alison
ALLM: Cassius Marcellus Clay Personal Papers
July 11, 1861 - A[lexander] Alison, London, to C.M. Clay, Esqr., dated July 11, I 86 I. ALS, 4 pp. (1 pc.)
Thanks Clay for his letter and tells him that he now has "a basis on which to run a [national?] church" and points out that education of both children and adults is essential.
A[Lexander] Alison To C.M. Clay, Esqr., Alexander Alison
A[Lexander] Alison To C.M. Clay, Esqr., Alexander Alison
ALLM: Cassius Marcellus Clay Personal Papers
June 20, 1861 - A[lexander] Alison, Brighton, to C.M. Clay, Esqr., dated June 20, 1861. ALS, 9 pp. (3 pcs.)
Alison takes issue with several of Clay's points and points out the lack of a national church as a divisive feature; mentions the "Times" article which cited southern feeling for a monarchy.
George W. Morgan To C.M. Clay, George W. Morgan
George W. Morgan To C.M. Clay, George W. Morgan
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June 11, 1861 - George W. Morgan, Lisbon, to C.M. Clay, dated June 11, 1861. ALS, 3 pp. (1 folio pc.)
Morgan refers to the "English lion," and further, expresses the writer's fears of English involvement in the Civil War. Expresses his view of the importance of-Russia as an ally. Mentions Catacazy as being sympathetic to the U.S.
Elliot C. Cowdin To Cassius M. Clay, Elliot C. Cowdin
Elliot C. Cowdin To Cassius M. Clay, Elliot C. Cowdin
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June 08, 1861 - Elliot C. Cowdin, Paris, to Cassius M. Clay, dated June 8, 1861. ALS, 2 pp.(1 pc.)
Cowdin writes that he entered and paid for a subscription of "L'Opinion Nationale" as per Clay's request. States that the English papers scold Clay's "plain talk." Cowdin tells Clay of a misrepresentation of the effect of Clay's speech and Cowdin's answer.
Frances Leiber To Hon. C.M. Clay, Frances Leiber
Frances Leiber To Hon. C.M. Clay, Frances Leiber
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June 05, 1861 - Frances Leiber, New York, to Hon. C.M. Clay, St. Petersburg, dated June 5, 1861. ALS, 4 pp. (1 folio pc.)
Leiber expresses his satisfaction with Clay's letter in the London Times; and, since the sentiments parallel with his, he is sending Clay his published pamphlet. He also refers to the enlistment of a "Hanoveran," the Crimean War, and Napoleon III.
Wm. Jno. Miller To Hon. C.M. Clay, William Jno. Miller
Wm. Jno. Miller To Hon. C.M. Clay, William Jno. Miller
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May 25, 1861 - Wm. Jno. Miller, Washington, D.C., to Hon. C.M. Clay, dated May 25, 1861. ALS, 2 pp. (1 folio pc.)
Miller sends a letter from Col. A.R. McKee of Ky. and informs Clay of his difficulties in succeeding at his law practice since the Southern states seceded. Writes of his need for a position in one of the departments, and requests a letter of recommendation.
A[Lexander] Alison To C.M. Clay, Alexander Allison
A[Lexander] Alison To C.M. Clay, Alexander Allison
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May 21, 1861 - A[lexander] Alison, Brighton, to C.M. Clay, dated May 21, 1861. ALS, 1 p.
Brief note requesting Clay's opinion on enclosed material.
D.K. Carter To Hon. C.M. Clay, D. K. Carter
D.K. Carter To Hon. C.M. Clay, D. K. Carter
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May 20, 1861 - D.K. Carter, New York, to Hon. C.M. Clay, dated May 20, 1861. ALS, 3 pp. (1 folio pc.)
Carter congratulates Clay on .the appointment to Russia and writes that he did what he could to get Clay's services to the Republican party rewarded with a cabinet post, and cites Hon. J.J. [Elwell?] of Ohio. Remarks on taking charge of the Peruvian treaties.
J.T. Delane, To Cassius M. Clay, J. T. Delane
J.T. Delane, To Cassius M. Clay, J. T. Delane
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May 17, [1861] - J.T. Delane, to Cassius M. Clay, dated May 17, [1861]. ALS, 2 pp. (1 pc.)
Concerns a proof that needs correction
Frank W. Ballard To Hon. C.M. Clay, Frank W. Ballard
Frank W. Ballard To Hon. C.M. Clay, Frank W. Ballard
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May 11, 1861 - Frank W. Ballard, New York, to Hon. C.M. Clay, dated May 11, 1861. ALS, 4 pp., (1 folio pc.)
Ballard advises Clay of Mr. Williams' plans to follow Clay to Russia, and writes that Williams is "thin-skinned on the subject of being placed in a humiliating position as music teacher or tutor." Provides Clay with a synopsis of happenings since he sailed.
David Webb To Major Cassius M. Clay, David Webb
David Webb To Major Cassius M. Clay, David Webb
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Apr. 27, 1861 - David Webb, Washington, D.C., to Major Cassius M. Clay, Washington, D.C., dated Apr. 27, 1861. ALS, 1 p.
Webb requests Clay's signature on "certificates" being delivered by Salathiel Ellis and asks Clay to return them to Mr. Ellis who would take them on to New York to F.S. Littlejohn.
P[Leasant] A. Hackleman To Hon. C.M. Clay, Pleasant A. Hackleman
P[Leasant] A. Hackleman To Hon. C.M. Clay, Pleasant A. Hackleman
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Apr. 25, 1861 - P[leasant] A. Hackleman, Indianapolis, to Hon. C.M. Clay, Washington, dated Apr. 25, 1861. ALS, 2 pp. (1 pc.)
Hackleman requests Clay's help in an effort to move their mutual friend, Mr. D.C. Donoahue of Green Castle, to the post of Post Master to the Volunteers. Writes that he had maintained a belief for months that the people would support the government.
Theo. Talbot To "Gentlemen" [Genl. J.H. Lane And Major C.M. Clay], Theo Talbot
Theo. Talbot To "Gentlemen" [Genl. J.H. Lane And Major C.M. Clay], Theo Talbot
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Apr. 24, 1861 - Theo. Talbot, Headquarters, Washington, D.C., to "Gentlemen" [Genl. J.H. Lane and Major C.M. Clay], Washington, dated Apr. 24, 1861. LS, 1 p. (1 folio pc.)
Talbot notifies Clay and Gen. J.H. Lane that volunteers under their command should take part at the U.S. Navy yard for its protection, and informs Clay and Lane about the reporting time.
F.W. Seward To Cassius M. Clay, F. W. Seward
F.W. Seward To Cassius M. Clay, F. W. Seward
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Apr. 24, 1861 - F.W. Seward, Washington, to [Cassius M. Clay, Washington], dated Apr. 24, 1861. ALS, 1 p.
Seward introduces D.R. Holmes of Geneva, New York, who wished to serve under Clay's command while he was in Washington.
Wm. Ross Wallace To Hon. Col. C.M. Clay, William Ross Wallace
Wm. Ross Wallace To Hon. Col. C.M. Clay, William Ross Wallace
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Apr. 23, 1861 - Wm. Ross Wallace, New York, to Hon. Col. C.M. Clay, Washington, datedApr.23, 1861. ALS, Ip.
Wallace informs Clay that he would be publishing a "Cassius M. Clay's Regiments' War Song," and that the writer planned to journey to Washington.
W.R. Henley To Hon. C.M. Clay, W. R. Henley
W.R. Henley To Hon. C.M. Clay, W. R. Henley
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Apr. 23, 1861 - W.R. Henley, [Washington], to Hon. C.M. Clay, dated Apr. 23, 1861. ALS, 2 pp. (I folio pc.)
Henley notifies Clay that the writer was traveling to Alexandria and possibly to Richmond where he would appeal for peace in the name of the Union. Writes that the coming war would shock humanity, and negotiation needed to begin since war could not last.
Clarence Eytinge To Hon. C.M. Clay, Clarence Eytinge
Clarence Eytinge To Hon. C.M. Clay, Clarence Eytinge
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Apr. 22, 1861 - Clarence Eytinge, New York, to Hon. C.M. Clay, Washington, D.C., dated Apr. 22, 1861. ALS, Ip.
Eytinge writes that he has the "pledged names of 62 young men, and ... will probably have 150 American Gentlemen's sons enrolled;" he states his belief that New York could furnish 1000 men, and requests admission "into Clay's regiment.