In this letter, an unknown California pioneer writes to his brother. Letter is written in ink on semitransparent paper, and the ink has bled through in several places.
Archer writes about Oscar Wilde's play, coming out the next week. He seems to be concerned about it making money, and how they would make money if it did not go well. Several friends are mentioned, and at the end he asks who is Miss Rosa Lee?
Astor, John Jacob, 1763-1848; Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815; Madison, James, 1751-1836; United States. President (1809-1817 : Madison); Russia; Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.); Booksellers' catalogs; Collecteana files
Typed description; In reference to fitting out a ship to carry the exiled French General Moreau to Russia, Astor writes to Daschkoff that he would like to follow his wishes, however Astor points out several flaws in his correspondent's strategies. ...
Official document conferring upon R.G. Rutherford of the U.S. Volunteers the rank of Major. The document, dated March 13, 1865, is signed by President Andrew Johnson and Secretary of War Edwin M Stanton. Engravings of an eagle and a scene with...
Official document conferring upon R.G. Rutherford of the U.S. Volunteers the rank of Captain. The document, dated March 7, 1867, is signed by President Andrew Johnson and Secretary of War John McAllister Schofield. Engravings of an eagle and a...
Official document conferring upon R.G. Rutherford of the U.S. Volunteers the rank of Major. The document, dated March 13, 1865, is signed by President Andrew Johnson and Secretary of War Edwin M Stanton. Engravings of an eagle and a scene with...
Several pages of excerpts from notes and letters to the Aries Press. Although the Aries Press, founded by Spencer Kellog Jr., was based in New York, these pages show correspondence coming from all over the United States. Many remark upon the...
Andrew Lang letter proposing a series of articles on "unsolved puzzles in times past." Lang goes on to list several such puzzles or mysteries to be written on, each article being about 4000 words in length. A note has been made in blue pencil at...
Anthony, Mary S.; Anthony, Susan B. (Susan Brownell), 1820-1906; Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.); Booksellers' catalogs; Collecteana files
Typed description of various letters from Mary Anthony (sister of Susan B. Anthony). Also describes Anthony's participation in several social activities, such as the Political Equality Club of Rochester. Description is signed "U. R. W."
In this letter, written on Cadogan Square stationery, Bennett tells White that he has been offered $15,000 for his manuscript of "The Old Wives Tale." He then discusses several manuscripts he has in his possession. There is a faint watermark on the...
Beranger, Pierre Jean de, 1780-1857; Translations; Collecteana files
Beranger writes his friend, Quenescourt, about his recent socializations. Beranger writes with a playful tone to his friend and mocks several of their mutual friends. There are a few typographical errors in this transcription, as well as Perkins'...
Beranger, Pierre Jean de, 1780-1857; Letters; Sealing-wax; Seals (Closures)
In this letter, written in French, Beranger writes his friend, Quenescourt, about his recent socializations. Beranger writes with a playful tone to his friend and mocks several of their mutual friends. The letter, written in ink, is written on...
In this letter, Berenson expresses her concern for Frances' health, then shares personal anecdotes regarding the deaths of some of her acquaintances. She then reveals that Bernard Berenson has been suffering from several colds. The letter is...
This envelope is constructed from thick yellowed paper. There is a handwritten address, as well as several Italian postage stamps. There is a ripped portion on the upper left corner.
