Field, Cyrus W. (Cyrus West), 1819-1892; Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.); Anniversaries
This article commemorates the sixty-third anniversary of the first Atlantic cable. The article mentions Field's involvement with the project, noting his enduring faith in its success.
In this letter, written in ink on blue paper, Carman talks about how he rarely goes to New York City, then compares the east coast with the west coast.
In this letter written to George W. Smalley, Froude thanks him for his "most kind...notice. Evidently from your hand - in the New York Tribune." The letter is dated November 7.
In this letter addressed to General Badeau (likely General Adam Badeau) Froude thanks him for his interest in "my skirmish with Freeman" referencing a disagreement Froude had with fellow historian Edward A. Freeman.
Halleck, H. W. (Henry Wager), 1815-1872; Letters; American Civil War, 1861-1865
In this letter, written in dark brown ink on off-white paper, Halleck issues an order for Butler to add West Florida to his department and discusses reinforcements.
Benton, Thomas Hart, 1782-1858; Letters; Sealing-wax; Astor, John Jacob, 1763-1848;
In this letter, marked "Private," Benton mentions that he has taken interest in the questions that the recipient of this letter has asked, but cannot answer them himself. Benton advises this person to direct his queries toward Astor. Benton closes...
In this letter, written in black ink on off-whte paper, Powys compliments the photos he received, then offers advice on how to cope with "lethargy in the head."
