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The Lloyd W. Smith Archives at Morristown NHP US Supreme Court Justice Manuscripts Compiled by Mally Becker, Fall 2007 The Morristown National Historic Park is pleased to provide the following Manuscript Digest, representing document summaries from its collection of correspondence and manuscripts by United States Supreme Court Justices. From letters of Chief Justice John Jay through correspondence of Chief Justice Charles Hughes, the manuscripts provide a unique perspective on the personalities and philosophies of men who are integral to this nation’s legal history and jurisprudence. Microfilm copies of these documents are available on-site at the Morristown National Historic Park’s research library in Morristown. For further information or to access copies of the manuscripts, or to make an appointment to see the original, please contact the Division of Cultural Resources at 908-766-2821. United State Supreme Court Chief Justice Manuscript Digest 1. JAY, John (Fishkill, NY) (Nov. 19, 1776). To Robert Morris (General Congress, Philadelphia). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 27; 206-207. Requests that Robert Morris confirm his receipt of a letter John Jay had written, where the correspondence had been sent as part of a packet of dispatches from General Washington to the Congress that had not been received. 2. JAY, John (Philadelphia, PA) (Feb. 19, 1779). To Governor DeWitt Clinton (NY). 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 27; 208-211. Provides an update on political and military events and argues that Congress’ grant of authority to General Washington will benefit New York. Notes that the proposed legislation respecting the Council of Revision is “a most insidious measure” and that the Plan of Finance “is so abominably worked as well as unpolitical that it ought to be opposed.“ Reports that military reinforcements have been ordered to Georgia, but expresses concern about whether they will be “equal to the recovery of that State.” Recounts that “we” are under no great apprehensions for South Carolina, which Jay estimates is not “vulnerable.” Adds that he has no information on the Enemy’s efforts in the West Indies. States that all the Departments are placed under the immediate direction of General Washington and therefore that provision for the security of the frontiers falls within his authority. Pennsylvania is “under similar circumstances” with you, and will equally demand to be reformed to [General Washington’s] care and protection …. “His respect for New York, the personal regard he assures me, he entertains for the Governor, will I am persuaded . . . [afford] the State all the security in his power to give.” Cites the scarcity of bread in the East and South and requests that Governor Clinton “give while you have to share.” Provides an update on coastal security. Mentions that one of “our” frigates has sunk a “fine armed” vessel into Boston, but that the coast from Delaware to Chesapeake is “extremely infested” by forces from the City of New York. 3. JAY, John (Philadelphia, PA) (May 30, 1779). To Major General Lincoln. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 27; 212-213. Encloses an Act of Congress authorizing Major General Lincoln to appoint a Paymaster to Count Pulaski’s Legion and directs that the thencurrent Paymaster, Captain Baldeski, be detained until he settles the amount of the Legion. 4. JAY, John (Philadelphia, PA) (August 24, 1779). To [CT] Governor Trumbull. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 27; 214-215. 2 Forwards an Act of Congress dated August 17th [?] regarding further provisions for the Army. 5. JAY, John (Madrid) (Oct. 27, 1780). To The Hon. Sam Lovell, Esq. 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 27; 216-219. Admits that he writes the Congress often (“. . . It is true that I might write to Congress very often by every vessel, and there are many of them.”), and that he has received only one letter from “the Committee” in return, and that letter “not worth a farthing.” Complains that he hears more about political affairs in America from the French Ambassador then from all the Members of Congress. Urges Mr. Lovell to serve as his correspondent, to write often to “tell me how the Wheel of Politics runs, and what measures it is from time to time turning out.” Explains that he declined commending to Congress the services of Mr. Dohrmer, who provided supplies to American prisoners at Lisbon. Jay notes that Dohrmer was an employee of Benjamin Franklin, and that it would be “more proper” for Mr. Franklin to recommend Mr. Dohrmer’s services to Congress. 6. JAY, John (NY) (Sept. 8, 1787). To Mr. Matthew Carey [?] (NY). 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 27; 220-223. Agrees to subscribe to a series of volumes, which are not described. 7. JAY, John (Albany, NY) (Oct. 11, 1797). To NY Secretary of State Lewis A. Scott, Esq. (Albany). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 27; 224-225. Requests that Scott prepare and forward to Jay a pardon for a slave who had been convicted of grand larceny and sentenced to a one-month prison term in Rensellaer County, New York, at a Court of Oyer and Terminer. The slave is described as “Tom, a negroe Man Slave of Harpert Witbeck.” Repeats a request that Scott prepare a pardon for Philip Hoffman, who had been convicted of burglary and sentenced to life imprisonment. 3 8. JAY, John (Albany, NY) (March 21, 1800). 2 pp. To Messers. [illegible] Bill; and, Strong. 1 p. Microfilm Reel 27; 226. Requests that the letter recipients “direct the manner” in which they distribute copies of Congressional legislation and papers. 9. JAY, John (Bedford, NY) (Aug. 29, 8001). To Messrs. Troup, Wilkins, Wills, Hopkins and Jay. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 27; 228-229. Declines invitation from the Federal Public Lawyers to attend dinner honoring the former Mayor of the City of New York. 10. JAY, John (Albany, NY) (Oct. 31, 1813). To Horatio Gates Spafford, Esq. (Albany, NY) 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 27; 230-232. Responds to Spafford’s proposal to write a history of New York State and discusses difficulty of that endeavor. (Significant portions of this letter are illegible.) 11. JAY, John (Albany, NY) (Oct. 31, 1813). To Horatio Gates Spafford, Esq. (Albany, NY) 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 27; 233-234. Comments on pamphlets forwarded by Mr. Spafford regarding a proposed cabinet and improvements in the construction of wheel carriages. 12. JAY, John (NY) (Dec. 31, 1818). To Mr W. Nolan. 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 27; 237-239. Declines invitation to attend reception on January 7, 1819 to celebrate the opening of the new Capitol. 13. RUTLEDGE, John (Aug. 7, 1776). To Major General Lee. 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 48; 842-844 4 A partial letter confirming that Mr. Rutledge had requested an opinion of the Council as to whether Mr. Rutledge or Major General Lee should be responsible for appointing a Court-Marshall “on the Provincials.” 14. RUTLEDGE, John (Aug. 30, 1777). To the Delegates of South Carolina in Congress. 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 48; 845-848. A partial letter noting providing an update on the arrival of supplies, including powder and muskets. [Portions of the letter are illegible] 15. RUTLEDGE, John (July 17, 1778). To [Illegible] Microfilm Reel 48; 851. [letter Illegible] RUTLEDGE, John (September 10, 1779). To Major General Lincoln. 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 48; 852-855. Argues in favor of the destruction of St. Augustine as “absolutely necessary for the security of Georgia and my State” and proposes an attack against that city by Major General Lincoln’s forces. States that “such of our Inhabitants as have joined the Enemy should not be considered as Prisoners of War, but, be delivered up to the executive Authority of this State to be handled according to our Law.” 17. RUTLEDGE, John (September 12, 1785). 1 p. Microfilm Reel 48; 856. Fragment of South Carolina Chancery Court Final Order issued by John Rutledge. 18. RUTLEDGE, John (March 23, 1795). To: Judge [John F.] Grimke. 1 p. Microfilm Reel 48; 856. Provides notice that Mr. Rutledge will be unable to attend Court for a two-day period. 16. 5 19. RUTLEDGE, John (September 12, 1795). 1 p. Microfilm Reel 48; 857. Fragmentary note stating that the document lists the titles of all the Acts of Assembly which had been passed by the Legislature of this State (presumably South Carolina) dating from 1790. 20. RUTLEDGE, John (Poplar Grove) (March 21, 1801). To The Honorable Captain Ward (Orangeburgh, South Carolina). 6 pp. Microfilm Reel 48; 856-861. Apologizes to a friend for not visiting; summarizes legislative activity that has kept him working in Congress; and, attacks President Jefferson’s administration. Rutledge writes: “From the public prints you will have learned our new lands and masters were occupied this winter – Jefferson’s system of destroying everything which had been erected by his predecessors seems at last to have shocked some of the democrats in Congress who have shrunk from the adoption of many of the measures advised by the President. Indeed most of the session was consumed in fruitless attempts at undoing what had been done.” “The President recommended, and his Puppets advocated the building of a dry dock – an experiment for preserving ships, of which we knew nothing certain but that it would cost half a million of dollars. They also attempted to destroy the Mint – to repeal the bankrupt law and the countervailing duties as settled by the treaty of Condon to reduce the marine corps and to alter the naturalization law so as to give to all Aliens the rights of Citizenship . . . .” “The virginians closed the room of Congress, and closed our mouths by imposing the obligation of secrecy. This wretched kind of policy must I think ere long open the eyes of our deluded People to the follies and wickedness of those who have arrogantly assumed the name of “the People” who must ultimately perish in their own incendiary fires. Nothing will so much accelerate this desirable end as the general circulation in our country of an able newspaper which will be so well conducted as to force people who have gone wrong to think, and afterwards combine to bring things back to right principles . . . .” 6 21. ELLSWORTH, Oliver. (Hartford, CT) (June 30, 1779). To: Symsbury Treasury. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 15; 159-160. A bill for services dating from the period when Chief Justice Ellsworth served as Connecticut State Attorney. Reflects costs associated with 25 executions against “delinquents of the Militia of said Town” and 73 “prosecutions of militia men returned for delinquents.” 22. ELLSWORTH, Oliver. (Hartford, CT) (December 30, 1780). To: Mr. Charles Kellogg. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 15; 161-162. Summons the presence of several individuals before the Justice of the Peace to testify regarding their knowledge of a theft against Mr. Grisdon Burnham. 23. MARSHALL, John. (Alexandria, VA) (Jan. 22, 1801). To Mr. John Amble (Williamsburg, VA). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 34; 282-284. Discusses a land transaction. In a postscript, warns that it is not safe to count on the treaty with France being ratified. 24. MARSHALL, John. (Amsterdam) (September 2, 1797). To Colonel Carrington. 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 34: 285-288. Announces that he has arrived in Amsterdam and will proceed to Paris once he joins General Pinckney at The Hague. Recounts that English frigates had boarded his ship during its voyage to the Netherlands. Explains that the ship was a “lawful prize” because its papers had been lost. “It was therefore necessary to exhibit evidence of my being a minister of the United States on which the immediate discharge of the vessel was accompanied with a very polite offer of any service it might be in their power to render us.” Explains that he recounts this story because the Government of Britain was “presently” exhibiting behavior “friendly and conciliatory” towards the United States. Summarizes European political events. 7 Assesses relative strength of British and Dutch fleets and naval personnel. Opines that negotiations at Lisle will result in peace between France and Britain. Notes that the Dutch have just completed their last payment, which France had required of them. Adds that the French Directory favors war, while the Council of 500 favors peace. 25. MARSHALL, John. (Washington) (August 23, 1800) (marked “Private”). To Rufus King, Minister Plenipotentiary of the United States (London). 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 34, 289-292. Provides information regarding his own estimation of the amount due Great Britain from the United States pursuant to the treaty between the two nations. Agrees with the United States estimate that settlement should not exceed $2.5 million. Provides additional information in a code consisting of a series of numbers. Notes that he has just been informed that U.S. negotiations with France have terminated unsuccessfully, and blames the failure to achieve a treaty, at least in part, on Napoleon Buonaparte’s success in Italy. 26. MARSHALL, John. (Richmond, VA) (Aug. 6, 1823). To: Justice Bushrod Washington. 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 34, 293-295. Provides an update on the quantity, and, in some cases, content of books and papers he possesses regarding the history of the “old Congress” and Revolutionary War period. 27. MARSHALL, John. (Richmond, VA) (Sept. 29, 1823). To: Caleb P. Wayne, Esq. (Philadelphia, PA). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 34, 296-298. Discusses changes to the second edition of his book on George Washington and the Revolutionary War. Proposes to edit/eliminate certain sections concerning the history of the war in order to reduce the set to two volumes and to be able to “separate entirely that part of the work which is particularly the life of Washington.” 8 28. MARSHALL, John. (Washington, DC) (March 4, 1831). To: Charles Morgan, Esq. (Richmond, VA). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 34, 299 - 301. Responds to correspondence requesting his opinion on the constitutionality of specific state legislation to quiet title of land forfeited for nonpayment of taxes. States that he has never given and would never provide such an opinion. Admits that he may have “expressed an opinion favorable to the policy” to some “gentlemen early in the session,” but emphasizes that this was not in response to review of any specific legislation. Notes that: “It would be grossly improper for me to express such an opinion because the very question may come before me officially.” 29. MARSHALL, John. (Richmond, VA) (Feb. 4, 1834). To. Benjamin W. Leigh, Esq. (Richmond, VA) 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 34, 302-303. Describes a question then before the Supreme Court concerning whether a judgment can be revived against the executor of a defendant’s estate, when the defendant died 10 years earlier prior to execution of the judgment . Asks the letter’s recipient whether that question has been decided in the court of appeals. States that the language of the statute is clear enough, but, “if the point has been decided in Virginia we are disposed to conform.” 30. TANEY, Roger B. (Baltimore, MD) (July 22, 1834). To Hon. Benjamin F. Butler (Washington). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 55; 72-73. Brief discussion of dinner invitation. 31. TANEY, Roger B. (Baltimore, MD) (August 13, 1840). To: Major B. Lewis (Washington) 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 55; 74-75. Provides the recipient with a letter of introduction to Justice Story. 9 32. TANEY, Roger B. (Baltimore, MD) (June 1843). To: Unknown. 1 p. Microfilm Reel 55; 76. Confirms that the Judges are not satisfied with the Court’s location in Richmond and that the street noise interrupts the “business of the court.” States that he and Mr. Mofor/Mofsen [?] have discussed changing the Court’s location, and that Chief Justice Taney has agreed to “ratify” whatever decision Mr. Mofor/Mofsen [?] makes regarding a new location. 33. TANEY, Roger B. (Baltimore, MD) (Aug. 30, 1853). To: Mr. Justice McLean (Cincinnati). 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 55; 77-80. Apologizes for not answering the recipient’s prior letter, and states that he has been ill since he came home. Admits that he has not yet regained his strength. States that he has now had a chance to look into the question posed by the Justice McLean and has formed a strong opinion regarding jurisdiction in the case decide by Judge Story. Includes lengthy discussion of whether, under facts of the case at issue, jurisdiction would reside in state or federal court. 34. TANEY, Roger B. (Baltimore, MD) (July 22, 1834). To: Hon. Benjamin F. Butler (Washington). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 55; 72-73. [Letter Illegible] 35. CHASE, Salmon P. (Washington) (Dec. 2, 1852). To: T.G. Day, Esq. 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 9: 573-575. Discusses conversation held with Blair regarding potential for a newspaper devoted to “radical democracy.” Recounts that Blair said that to maintain radical democracy will require a great deal of courage, a great deal of activity, and a great deal of perseverance. Tells the recipient that he has all these qualities. Recounts that Blair has said that the Van Burens do not expect to have any part in the new Pierce administration. Notes that “Old Benton” is still here “full of courage and energy.” 10 Discussed pressure that the “old man expects that steamboat monopolists and jobbers of all sorts” will assert over the new Pierce administration . “Compromise Whigs, too, are likely to turn over body and soul ….” 36. CHASE, Salmon P. (Washington) (July 21, 1863). To: Major General Butterfield 1 p. Microfilm Reel 9: 576 Includes discussion of movements of General Lee. 37. WAITE, Morrison R. (Toledo) (Feb. 24, 1858). To: Richard Van Rensallaer, Esq. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 62; 417-418. Notes that he has been unable to collect the balance of a debt resulting from a sale of land. 38. WAITE, Morrison R. (Toledo) (Jan. 9, 1861). To: Mr. [illegible] Champion. 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 62; 419-422. Sets forth a formal legal opinion evaluating claims related to a potential [unspecified] action by the State against the letter recipient’s property, water use under an existing lease associated with that property, potential liability thereunder, and risks and benefits of alternative courses of action. 39. WHITE, Edward D. (Washington, D.C.) (March 31, 1919). To: Fred. E. Wadhams, Esq. (Albany, NY). 1 p. Microfilm Reel 67; 415. Thanks the letter’s recipient for forwarding a print of the League of Nations as proposed at the Peace Conference at Paris. 11 40. TAFT, William Howard (The White House, Washington) (May 26, 1910). To Heny L. Einstein, Esq. (The New York Press, NY). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 54; 875-876. Agrees to respond to written questions posed by a newspaper editor, but only if the newspaper sends a reporter to the White House to conduct the interview. “I can not talk to you in a note of questions of such personal character as that your letter of May 25th suggests. If there is anybody in Washington who is close to you and you ask him to come and see me, I shall be glad to express to him my opinion.” Ends the letter by inviting the newspaper’s editors to lunch. 41. TAFT, William Howard (undated and unsigned notes) Microfilm Reel 54; 875-876. Appears to be preliminary notes for a speech or article concerning George Washington’s role as a members of the Masons. Notes are written on stationery engraved: “The White House, Washington.” 42. TAFT, William Howard. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 54; 877-878. Discusses California State politics, and the federal response under President Wilson and Bryan to “Japan and the Japanese question in California.” “It is a sign for gods and men to see Bryan, who has been hammering and criticizing everybody exercising responsibility for the last twenty years, now engaged in seeking to bring a demagogue like Johnson into a conservative attitude ….” 43. TAFT, William Howard (Pointe-au-Pic, Canada) (Sept. 25, 1914). To Dr. H.A. Henriques. (Morristown, NJ) 1 p. Microfilm Reel 54: 879 Accepts invitation to deliver a speech to the Washington Association of New Jersey at Morristown. 44. TAFT, William Howard (New Haven, CT) (Jan. 17, 1915). To Mr. William H. Rideing (Boston, MS) 1 p. Microfilm Reel 54: 880. 12 Discusses status of two articles he has drafted, “Training for Good Citizenship” and “On Being President,” for a publication entitled The Youth’s Companion. 45. TAFT, William Howard (New Haven, CT) (Dec. 24, 1916). To Mr. Joseph D. Holmes (Orange, NJ). 1 p. Microfilm Reel 54: 881. Briefly notes that he “hope[s] we have neutralized the unfortunate effect of the Schiff speech.” 46. TAFT, William Howard (Washington, DC) (Jan. 19, 1923). To Mr. Harry (no last name included) (no address included).1 p. Microfilm Reel 54: 882. A brief note to Chief Justice Taft’s brother, Harry. [Illegible.] 47. TAFT, William Howard (Washington, DC) (May 29, 1925). To Mr. Walter Dormitzer (NY). 1 p. Microfilm Reel 54; 883. Responds that he is unaware of anyone who might wish to purchase the autograph collection to which the letter recipient referred. 48. TAFT, William Howard (Washington, DC) (Jan. 11, 1928). To (unknown). 1 p. Microfilm Reel 54; 884. Thanks the letter recipient for sending the Chief Justice a letter from his father, who had been Attorney General in the Cabinet of President Ulysses S. Grant. 49. TAFT, William Howard (undated and unsigned notes) Microfilm Reel 54; 875-876. Appear to be preliminary notes for a speech or article concerning Washington as a Mason. 13 50. HUGHES, Charles E. (Albany, NY) (May 16, 1910). To: Col. James H. Manning, (Albany, NY) 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 25; 363-364. Acknowledges receipt of congratulations from Colonel Manning. 51. HUGHES, Charles E. (Washington, D.C. ) (May 3 and May 17, 1916). To: James H. Manning, (Albany, NY) 2 p. Microfilm Reel 25; 365-366. Declines invitation to attend an event sponsored by The Savings Banks Associations. Promises to send a congratulatory telegram in lieu of his attendance. Telegram from Chief Justice Hughes to James H. Manning is included. Congratulates the Association on “the efficient management of the savings banks of New York.” 52. HUGHES, Charles E. (Albany, NY) (May 9, 1923). To: Mr. George W. Van Slyke, (Albany, NY) 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 25; 367-368. Acknowledges value of the Albany Chamber of Commerce. Note that “[I]n the last analysis, the soundness of our national life will depend upon the standards maintained in our cities in which to so large a degree are concentrated the activities of our expanding population.” United States Supreme Court Associate Justice Manuscript Digest 1. WILSON, James. [location unspecified] (Feb. 9, 1782). To Hon. M. Kolker or Holker. 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 68; 364-367. Discusses repayment of a debt Wilson owes the letter’s recipient. Withdraws his prior suggestion that would have provided Wilson’s furniture in payment of the debt. Includes informal calculations on a separate page. 14 2. WILSON, James. [?[ (July 17, 1793). To William Bingham. 1 p. Microfilm Reel 68; 368. Promissory note binding James Wilson to repay to William Bingham the sum of 5,013 pounds and eight pence “[c]urrent Money of Pennsylvania.” The note provides a discount for early payment, stating that the obligation would be satisfied if Wilson pays Bingham 2,506 pounds, 10 shillings and four pence, together with “lawful interest” on or before February 1, 1794. (Form promissory note printed by Parry Hali, No. 149 Chestnut (i.e., appearing in the document as “Chefnut”) Street, Philadelphia.) 3. WILSON, James. (Philadelphia, PA) (September 13, 1794). To William Bingham. 1 p. Microfilm Reel 68; 369. Check made out to Ebenezer [illegible], Esq. or Bearer in the sum of 85 dollars and 33 cents. Drawn on an account located at the Bank of North America, Philadelphia. 4. BLAIR, John (Williamsburg, Va.) (Oct. 6, 1782). To an unknown recipient addressed as “Your Excellency.” 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 5:366-367 Petitions for suspension of an order of deportation that required Mr. Booth, a British merchant, to board a flag vessel bound for New York. States that Mr. Booth intends to petition the General Assembly for permission to remain in Virginia. Adds that he has little knowledge of Mr. Booth’s character, but that Mr. Booth has married a “very worthy lady, for whom I have great regard, and upon her account I am anxious, that when his case comes to be considered, it may be found as favorable to him as he alleges it to be.” 5. IREDELL, James. (May 14, 1798) To: The Hon. Judge Grimke. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 26: 591-592. Discusses requirements for executing and recording a deed for real property located in North Carolina. 15 6. JOHNSON, Thomas (Annapolis, MD) (Oct. 10, 1777). To the Governor of Maryland. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 27: 871-872. Mentions General Washington. Contents illegible. JOHNSON, Thomas (Annapolis, MD) (March 5, 1787). Fragment. 1 p. Microfilm Reel 27: 873. Fragment. PATERSON, William (Nov. 29, 1763). Law Book. 92 pp. Microfilm Reel 44: 95-186. Includes instruction/notes on the history and philosophy of law, as well as principles pertaining to the law of leases, “infancy,” “indictments,” “jointure,” “mortgage,” “appearances and notices,” “appeals,” “devises,” and other areas of law. Also includes lessons on the philosophy of law, in the form of Questions and Answers, including the following: “Q: How may we judge of the Certainty of the Principles of Laws? A: We may judge of their Certainty, by the double Impression which such Truths ought to make upon our minds, which God reveals to us by Religion, and makes us to apprehend by our Reason.” “Q: How do we attain the Knowledge of these first Principles? A: By the Knowledge of man, or by supposing two prime Truths, which are only bare Definitions. One is, that the Laws of Man are Nothing else but the Rules of his Conduct: And the other, that the said Conduct is nothing else but the Steps which a man makes towards his End?” “Q: What is the Nature of man? A: His Nature is nothing else but that Being which is created after the Image of God, and capable of professing that supreme Good, which is to be his Life and his Blessedness.” 7. 8. 16 9. PATERSON, William (Princeton, NJ) (Oct. 26, 1772). To Aaron Burr (Elizabeth Town, NJ). 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 44: 187-190. A personal letter. “Our mutual friend Stewart, with whom I spent part of the evening, informed me you were still in Elizabeth-Town. You are much fonder of that place than I am ….” Apologizes for the length of his letter. Frets that “[w]hen the state of scribbling seizes me I hardly know when to stop. The fit indeed seldom comes upon me; but when it does, though I sit down with design to be short, yet my letter insensibly slides into length. It swells perhaps into an enormous size. I know not how it happens, but on such occasions I have a knack of throwing myself out on paper, that I cannot readily get the better of. It is a sign, however that I more than barely esteem the person I write to; as I have constantly experienced that my hand but illy performs its offices unless my heart concurs.” 10. PATERSON, William (Princeton, NJ) (Jan. 28, 1774), 1 p. Microfilm Reel 44: 191. Requests that his accounts by credited by the 30 pounds he has enclosed as partial payment for three bills. 11. PATERSON, William (Morris Town, NJ) (Oct. 18, 1777). To NJ Governor Livingston (Elizabethtown, NJ). 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 44: 192-195. Requests that Governor Livingston issue an Order directing the Court to try “insurgents” who had been ”taken on their way to the Enemy.” Provides names of the individuals to be tried and information about the specific charges against them, as well as which individuals had confessed to High Treason. Informs Governor Livingston of the “Glorious News” that General Burgoyne and his army have surrendered to General Gates. 12. PATERSON, William (Morris Town, NJ) (Sept. 29, 1779). To Lt. Col. Aaron Burr (New Haven, CT). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 44: 196-198. Describes current military operations in Jersey, and urges Burr to return to provide assistance. 17 Paterson writes: “You are not contented, my dear Burr, and why are you not? You sigh for Jersey and why do you not return? It is time. We are continually broke in upon by the Sons of Tumult and War, Our situation is such that the one Army or the other is almost constantly with us. . . .” 13. PATERSON, William (Morris Town, NJ) (Sept. 29, 1779). Unknown. 1 pp. Microfilm Reel 44: 199. Reports that Cornelia is much better and that “your” namesake is well. Sends regards to Mrs. Bell. Portion of letter is illegible. 14. PATERSON, William (Morris Town, NJ) (July 1, 1788). Indenture. 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 44: 200-202. Indenture between Isabella White of Brunswick, William Paterson, and his wife, Euphemia, and John Bayard and his wife, Johannah. 15. PATERSON, William (Brunswick, NJ) (Nov. 7, 1795). To President George Washington. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 44: 203-204. Encloses letter from District Court Judge Pendelton of George, which, William Paterson states, contains representations unknown to the government that would affect the boundary of Georgia. Adds that he is authorized to state that Judge Pendleton would accept an appointment as attorney general, if he were to be nominated. 16. PATERSON, William (Martinsburg [?[, NJ) (July 2, 1796). Contract for sale of real property. 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 44: 205-208. Contract for the sale of about 30 acres of land and a house in Bethlehem, Hunterdon County, New Jersey, from James Paterson to John Martin for the sum of $400. 17. PATERSON, William (New Brunswick, NJ) (July 23, 1801). To: James Mott, Esq., Treasurer, State of New Jersey. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 44: 209-210. 18 Directs the State Treasurer to pay to Mr. Abraham Blauvelt, a printer, $130 “in pursuance of an act of the legislature ….” Includes original bill and receipt. 18. PATERSON, William (New Brunswick, NJ) (July 23, 1801). To: The Hon. Mr. William MickolJon [?] 8 pp. Microfilm Reel 44: 211-217 Contains extensive comments on the controversial Sedition Act (the “Act”) and the conviction under this law of Mr. Matthew Lyon, a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Vermont who was critical of President John Adams. Refutes remarks by the letter’s recipient, which accused the Court of convicting and imprisoning Mr. Lyon for acts of sedition committed prior to passage of the Act. “These remarks among the variety of criticisms, which have been made on Matthew Lyon’s case were entirely new to me, and excited no small degree of astonishment. For nothing can be more evident to a legal mind than that an indictment cannot be sustained under a statute for an offense perpetrated before the statute was made. To detail with accuracy the testimony and law arising in the course of a trial, some legal knowledge is requisite; and therefore it is not to be wondered at, that gentlemen who take their information of judicial proceedings from newspapers or the reports of the day should be liable to great deception and error.” Provides information from the record of the legal proceeding to demonstrate that the actions for which Matthew Lyon was found liable (i.e., the publication of libel) took place after adoption of the Act on July 14, 1798. In discussing one count against Mr. Lyon, Paterson points out that Lyon wrote one of the articles found to be libel prior to passage of the sedition law, but that the manuscript was published after the law’s effective date. He states that the jury found Lyon guilty on that count based “on the principle that he who procures another to publish a libel, becomes the publisher himself.” “The other two counts or charges were founded on what is called Barlow’s letter. The evidence in support of their charges was as follows; that this letter which the defendant publicly read in Vermont, was in his own handwriting; that in the month of August, 1798, William Lyon read this letter to 40 or 50 persons at Poultney in Vermont, and also on the 30th or 31st of the same month to a number of people at Middletown in the said state; 19 that considerable clamor and tumult arose among the people in consequence of Mr. Lyon’s having read the letter, and his observations on it; that several of the people exclaimed, a revolution is necessary, nothing but a revolution in government will save us, a revolution must take place. That Mr. Lyon told some of the witnesses, that on a journey to the northward, when he found the people uninformed, he read this letter to them, which he had done in several places. Mr. Lyon appointed days for the people to meet. … It is perhaps, needless to remark that reading a libel, knowing it to be such, to a number of people, as in the present case, amounts to a publication of it; and, therefore, that Mr. Lyon was found guilty of publishing the libelous letter after the passing of the law, and after his return from Congress, namely in the month of August and of September 1798. Justice Paterson concludes: “To a gentleman of your known probity and honor an apology for the present letter is unnecessary; for I am persuaded that it will give you pleasure to have an opportunity of rectifying an error or mistake.” 19. PATERSON, William (unspecified) (Oct. 9, 1801). To: George Simpson, Esq., Cashier of the Bank of the United States. 2 p. Microfilm Reel 44: 218-219. Invoice for $875 as quarterly salary due to Justice Paterson for services as Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. Requests that payment be made to Mr. Andrew Bayard of Philadelphia. 20. PATERSON, William (unspecified) (April 8, 1803). To: George Simpson, Esq., Cashier of the Bank of the United States. 2 p. Microfilm Reel 44: 220-221. Invoice for $875 as quarterly salary due to Justice Paterson for services as Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. Requests that payment be made to Mr. Andrew Bayard of Philadelphia. 21. PATERSON, William (New Brunswick, NJ) (Aug. 23, 1803). To: Mr. A.D. Woodruff. 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 44: 222-225. 20 Requests assistance in investigating the disappearance of one of his cows from a butcher who, Justice Paterson suspects, may have stolen and sold the animal in Trenton, New Jersey. Justice Paterson asks the butcher to “make the necessary inquiry” of his employee. “The price of the heifer is not of as much consequence to me as the detection of the thief is to the public; and besides, I am apprehensive about the fate of the rest of my herd.” Comments on the widespread outbreak of yellow fever. Notes that “[t]his place is full of paupers from New York, where the yellow fever rages “ and that cases of the disease “have occurred in almost every street of the city … that two thirds of the inhabitants have retreated before it.” 22. PATERSON, William (Monmouth County, NJ) (July 1779). Indictment for a misdemeanor in Oyer and Terminus. 2pp. Microfilm Reel 54; 262-263. As Attorney General, records indictment in New Jersey v. Abraham Stout, which asserts that Mr. Stout had visited New York without passport or permission, thereby “offending against the Act of the Council and General Assembly of this State.” Mr. Stout pleaded guilty and a penalty of 30 pounds was imposed. 23. PATERSON, William (Monmouth County, NJ) (July 1779). Record of an Indictment, Conviction of a Misdemeanor, July 1779. 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 54: 264-267. Memorializes judgment cited above and states that Mr. Stout would be held until he paid the fine. 24. PATERSON, William (Monmouth County, NJ) (July 1779). Indictment for a Misdemeanor. 2pp Microfilm Reel 54: 270-271. In State of New Jersey v. Peter Stout, records indictment for visiting New York without passport or permission and thereby “offending against the Act of the Council and General Assembly of this State. Mr. Stout pleaded guilty. 21 25. PATERSON, William (Monmouth County, NJ) (July 1779). Record of an Indictment, Conviction of a Misdemeanor, July 1779. 5 pp. Microfilm Reel 54: 272-276. Memorializes judgment cited above and states that Mr. Stout would be held until his fine were paid. 26. CHASE, Samuel (Baltimore, MD) (Jan. 1, 1802). To: George Simpson, Cashier of the Bank of the United States. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 9; 576-577. Invoice to pay David Harris, Esq. $875. 27. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Annapolis, MD) (Oct. 17, 1786). To Thomas Stone, Esq. (Annapolis, MD). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63; 6-7. Correspondence to another attorney regarding the possible need to provide bail and to take depositions. Note on envelope states: “Forrest Affidavit.” 28. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Richmond, VA) (Dec. 1, 1793). To Col. William Aug. Washington (Haywood). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 63; 8-10. Discusses repayment of a personal debt, which included a commitment that Virginia Governor Lee would provide partial payment to the letter’s recipient. 29. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Feb. 12, 1794). To (unknown). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 11-12. A promissory note reflecting commitment to provide 20 pounds to the letter’s recipient in discharge of the recipient’s claim against Governor Lee. 30. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Richmond, VA) (Feb. 25, 1796). To his brother [no name specified]. 5 pp. 22 Microfilm Reel 63; 13-17. Discusses impending departure of his mother after a visit lasting several weeks. Describes a proposal to purchase Mr. Lee’s land and to pay his mother 50 pounds/year for land she owns [Bushfield], which Washington states would not sell otherwise at an “adequate price.” Responds to legal questions posed by his brother pertaining to the division of property, including discussion of the diversity of legal opinion respecting “negro property, and particularly as applying to the rights of Husbands.” Mentions that he and Mr. Marshall “have brought a very important suit in the Court of Chancery which will try the question.” 31. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Walnut Farm) (June 7, 1799). To Colonel William Washington (Haywood). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 63; 18-20. States that he has corrected the form of agreement between the letter’s recipient and General Lee. Apologizes for not being able to stop and see Col. Washington during upcoming trip. 32. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Richmond, VA) (Dec. 5, 1802). To Colonel William Washington (Haywood). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 63; 21-23. Discusses a sale of stock by George Washington and promises payment due to Colonel Washington from some portion of the proceeds. Warns that the letter’s recipient will be disappointed by the amount received. Contains additional discussion of plans for sale of land owned by Colonel Washington. 33. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (Dec. 8, 1802). To Colonel William Washington (Haywood). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63; 24-25. Accounts for and provides details of proceeds of the sale of US Stock owed to Colonel Washington. 34. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (June 8, 1805). To George Base [?[ 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63; 26-27. 23 Responds to letter regarding disposition of real property that is part of an estate owned by legatees who Bushrod Washington represents. States that the legatees have decided to sell the property to Mr. Burwel Bapett, unless Bapett and Base can come to some agreement. 35. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Richmond, VA) (March 11, 1806). To Congressman Burwell Bapett (Washington). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63; 28-29. Discusses efforts to obtain a resolution from Congress that would have an impact on the sale of property owned by legatees, who Bushrod Washington represents. 36. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (May 26, 1806). To Robert Lewis Esq. 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 63; 30-32. Responds to attorney who has disputed payments his client owes Colonel Washington. 37. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (June 1, 1806). To Dock Peyton. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63; 33-34. Transmits offer of settlement. 38. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (June 29, 1806). To Colonel Spotswood. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63; 35-36. States that, as Executor of the estate, he has previously settled with creditor legatees and, as a result, will be unable to accommodate Colonel Spotswood’s request. 39. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (August 27, 1806). To F. Payton. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63; 37-38. Discusses property dispute and threat of litigation. 24 40. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (August 27, 1806). To Colonel William Washington (Rock Hill). 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 63; 39-42. States that he was gratified by the recent visit from his nephew “as well as with his improvement in every respect.” Notes that the price Col. Washington is asking for Haywood is very low, which either illustrates a scarcity of money or depression in land values. Discusses long-term value of real property. Mentions that Col. Washington may be compelled to bring suit against Mr. Robinson. 41. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Philadelphia, PA) (Oct. 8, 1806). To Colonel William Washington (Rock Hill). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 63; 43. Discusses need for a deed to be drawn to reflect conveyance of land sold or to be sold by Colonel Washington. 42. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (Nov. 25, 1806). To Colonel William Washington. 2 pp. (Note: This is a copy of the letter referenced below) Microfilm Reel 63: 46-47. Confirms that he has drawn up a deed and will follow up with a mortgage to be executed by Mr. Parth. Provides instructions on execution of both documents. Provides an accounting of proceeds from the referenced property sale. 43. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (Nov. 23, 1806). To Colonel William Washington. 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 48-51. Confirms that he has drawn up a deed and will follow up with a mortgage to be executed by Mr. Parth. Provides instructions on execution of both documents. Provides an accounting of proceeds from the referenced property sale. 44. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (Dec. 17, 1806). To General Spotswood. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 52-53. 25 Provides a copy of a survey of land requested by letter recipient. States that suit will be brought in the next Chancery Court unless balances due from the debtor legatees are paid. 45. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (Dec. 24, 1806). To William A. Washington. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 54-55. Illegible. 46. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (Dec. 17, 1806). To General Spotswood. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 56-57. Correspondence concerning continuing property dispute. States that, “[a]t a time when we hoped to receive money from you … we were greatly disappointed in getting an argumentative letter in which you [illegible] to prove that we cannot legally call upon you for payment of any sum …” Asserts that this argument is not valid where General Spotswood has prevented the deed from being properly filed. 47. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (Dec. 21, 1807). To William Washington (Georgetown). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 58-60. Seeks to rectify an error with regard to ownership of bonds. Explains that he has recently learned that the bonds, which should have been forwarded to William Washington, are still in the possession of Mr. Lewis. 48. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Jan. 2, 1809). To the Bank of the United States. 2 p. Microfilm Reel 63: 61-62. Requests payment to Charles Simms of $825 as quarterly salary for services rendered as a Supreme Court Justice. Includes Charles Simms’ payment demand for same. 49. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Washington, DC) (Feb. 8, 1810). To Laurence Lewis, Esq. (Woodlawn, near Alexandria). 2 pp. 26 Microfilm Reel 63: 63-64. States that General Lee has written again for his bond and contract together with a statement of the payments made by him. Requests assistance in searching for the bond and contract, for papers related to the “Dermal [?] Swamp Company,” and for the General’s papers. “If found, please enclose them immediately to me, and in all events send me a statement of the account taken from the books.” 50. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (June 12, 1811). To Ja. Henderson, Esq. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 65-66. Acknowledges receipt of dividend declared on shares held by the Estate of Generation in the Dermal Swamp Co. 51. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Washington, D.C.) (Feb. 18, 1812). To Ja. Henderson, Esq. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 67-68. Congratulates letter recipient on his return to the United States and to his recovered health. Supports resolution to postpone general meeting of the Dermal Swamp Company on behalf of shares held by General Washington’s estate. 52. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (Nov. 4, 1812). To. Robert. B. Taylor. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 69-70. Responds to inquiry by stating that he has no knowledge of the tract of land of interest to Mr. Minton. Asks letter recipient to question Mr. Minton further about the land at issue and which tract he means. States that he will forward a deed to Mr. Minton for the 120 acres of land he has purchased. 53. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (January 27, 1813). To Robert. B. Taylor. 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 71-73. 27 States that he has delayed having the deed certified for the purchase of 120 acres of land by Mr. Minton. Cites Mr. Minton’s interest in purchasing additional property and explains that it would be simpler to reflect the entire purchase in a single deed, especially given the “considerable” trouble of having a deed proved and certified. 54. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Washington, DC) (March 2, 1813). To: Robert Beverly, Esq. (Georgetown). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 74-75. Explains that his nephew has transferred his entire estate to Bushrod Washington for the payment of the nephew’s debts. Adds that Justice Washington will be required to sell his nephew’s land in Westmoreland (known as Laurel Grove) in payment of those debts. In preparation for the sale, requests information about whether a mortgage on the property, which was held by Mr. Bernards, has been satisfied. 55. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (March 19, 1813). To Robert Beverly, Esq. (Georgetown). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 76-77. Additional discussion about the mortgage encumbering title to nephew’s land, which Bushrod Washington wishes to sell to reduce the nephew’s overall indebtedness. 56. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Washington, DC) (Feb. 8, 1814). To Robert Beverly, Esq. (Georgetown). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 78-79. Informs letter recipient that Washington has sold Laurel Grove and is ready to use the proceeds to satisfy the obligation established pursuant to a judgment against Washington’s nephew. 57. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (May 4, 1815). To Robert Beverly, Esq. (Blandfield, Lloyds Post Office, VA). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 80-81. Urges that Bernard’s encumbrance be fully discharged, since other creditors of Washington’s nephew are still waiting to be paid who do not understand “why the money due from Monon [?] Marion [?] should be 28 locked up on account of Bernards encumbrance when there is property enough to discharge it ….” 58. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (January 16, 1816). To Robert Beverly (Blandfield, near Laytons Post Office, Essex County, VA). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 82-83. Again urges that the encumbrance be discharged. States that Mr. Bernard’s mortgage and Mr. Monon’s [?] Marion’s [?] refusal on that account to pay off his bonds has created difficulties. Mentions that one of his nephew’s creditors “who must be ruined if the payment of his debt is much longer delayed.” Adds that: “I should suppose that the debts due by Mr. Washington and my nephew would go so far towards the discharge of the mortgage, that the sale of a very few negroes, at the high prices they now command, would suffice for the balance.” 59. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (January 16, 1816). To Major Lewis (Woodlawn). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 84-86. Discusses discrepancies in accounts of the purchasing legatees and requests assistance in correcting the mistakes. 60. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (January 10, 1822). To G.P. Wayne, Esq. (Philadelphia, PA). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 87-89. States that he has given his five copies of the Life of Washington to his five nephews. Requests that other copies be delivered to Mr. David Caldweth [?] in order to be bound. Requests information on “whether this edition is disposed of as the Chief Justice and myself are anxious about a second corrected edition in four volumes.” 61. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Washington) (Feb. 14, 1822). To G.P. Wayne, Esq. 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 90-92. Reminds Mr. Mercier of New York of his prior request concerning a second edition of the Life of Washington in four volumes, which the Chief Justice has ready for the press. Adds that Mr. Mercier is ready to print a 29 second edition. Asks whether Mr. Wayne has secured extension of the copyright. 62. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (June 14, 1823). To G.P. Wayne, Esq. (Philadelphia). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 93-94. Cites Chief Justice Marshall’s prior proposal to take upon himself the risk of a revised Introduction/first volume of the Liife of Washington. States that the Chief Justice now proposes, instead, “that the first volume be printed at the editor’s risk, but that all compensation for the copyright should be relinquished upon it.” 63. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (August 4, 1823). To G.P. Wayne, Esq. (Philadelphia). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 95-97. Quotes a letter he has received from Chief Justice Marshall confirming that the Chief Justice wishes to separate the introduction from the other volumes of the Life of Washington “and to publish a small edition of it as my own risk, if I may be permitted to do so by Mr. Wayne and yourself without being charged with the copyright….” If permission is granted, also requests that Mr. Wayne obtain a printing cost estimate for 500 or 1000 copies from Mr. Small. 64. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (Aug. 12, 1823). To Arch McClain (Ohio County). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 98-99. Requests a copy of the bill “without which I can do nothing towards the defense of the suit,” and assistance in choosing a local attorney. 65. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (Nov. 14, 1824). To (unknown) (Philadelphia, PA). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 100-101. Praises the letter recipient’s manuscript, “Letters on the Sacrament in the Lord’s Supper,” which Mr. Woodward had forwarded to Justice Washington. 30 66. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (June 14, 1825). To G.P. Wayne, Esq. (Philadelphia). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 102-104. Continues discussion of issues surrounding status of copyright on the Life of Washington and regarding size of print run for the revised edition. States that he and the Chief Justice concur that 3000 copies may be printed on terms formerly mentioned to Mr. Wayne, i.e., “one dollar for each volume, one half of the amount to be paid to us.” 67. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (Dec. 28, 1825). To Gustavus H. Scott, Esq. (Fairfax County, VA). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 105-107. Proposes sending George to the letter recipient’s school as soon as his father can find time to accompany him. States that Justice Washington will deposit funds for board and tuition. Notes that he expects to get Spotswood his warrant in a short time. 68. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (March 4, 1826). To Robert Beverly (Georgetown). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 108-109. States that he will not be able to prepare an answer to Mr. Barth until he returns home and can refer to his papers. 69. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Washington, DC) (March 13, 1826). To Jared Sparks (copy). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 110-111. Illegible. 70. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (June 5, 1826). To (unknown). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 112-113. Asks that the letter recipient forward the enclosed to Mr. River. 31 71. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (Nov. 28, 1826). To Walter Jones (Washington, DC). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 114-115. Requests that the letter recipient attend the Court in Alexandria on Friday, where Justice Washington hopes to have the pleasure of meeting him. 72. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Dec. 8, 1826). To Major Lewis Mordawn (Washington, DC). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 116-118. Seeks to net debts owed by and to the letter’s recipient. Announces that he will advertise the bank stock to be sold within the month. 73. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Washington, D.C. ) (Feb. 2, 1827). To Unknown. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 119-120. Seeks additional information regarding statements by Major Lewis that, in October 1798, General Washington paid the letter recipient $250 to purchase five shares towards building a hotel for Mr. Tisnnickoff. 74. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Jefferson County, VA) (Sept. 6, 1827). To Jared Sparks (copy – Listed as #19). 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 121-124. Discussion of arrangements and contract for publication of General Washington’s biography and correspondence. Mentions prior contract with Mr. Wayne for the Life of Washington. 75. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (Nov. 28, 1826). To Jared Sparks (copy – listed as #21). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 125-126. Expresses “undiminished confidence” in Sparks’ ability to complete the project. Mentions that General Lafayette will be forwarding an original letter from General Washington in the next packet. 32 76. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Philadelphia, PA) (Sept. 28, 1829). To Jared Sparks (copy listed as #24). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 127-128. Discusses Sparks’ proposal to insure the future preservation and safety of General Washington’s letters. States that he “regret[s] that it is not in my power to respond . . . respecting the early life of General W. and what is more I know of no source of information to which I can apply with any prospect of success. There is not to my knowledge a living creature who can assist me and I have no papers to refer to which have not been _______ to your inspection.” 77. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (May ___). To Walter Jones. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 129-130. Illegible. 78. WASHINGTON, Bushrod (Mt. Vernon, VA) (Nov. 28, 1826). To Walter Jones (Washington, DC). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 63: 114-115. Additional discussion regarding debts still owed by Justice Washington’s nephew and continued attempts to satisfy these long-outstanding debts. 79. MOORE, Alfred (Washington, DC) (June 19, 1790). To The Honorable Samuel Johnston, Esq. (New York). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 37: 19-21 Expresses appreciation for receipt of a package of books. 80. JOHNSON, William (Charleston, SC) (April 15, 1810). To Cashier of the Bank of the United States (Philadelphia). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 27: 888-889 Check in the amount of $875. 33 81. JOHNSON, William (Charleston, SC) (April 25, 1825). To Matthew Gerry [?] (Philadelphia, PA). 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 27: 890-893. Correspondence responding to criticism of his book, “The Life and Correspondence of Major General Nathanael Greene” (Charleston, 1822). 82. TODD, Thomas (July 19, 1808). To G. Simpson. 1 pp. Microfilm Reel 55: 946. Invoice for $875 as quarterly salary for services as an Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. 83. DUVALL, Gabriel (Washington, DC) (January 16, 1804). To Maryland Governor Robert Bowie. 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 14: 553-556. Notifies Governor Bowie that he has received notice “by last evening’s mail” that Louisiana has become part of the United States. Extends congratulations on Mr. Bowie’s election as Governor. 84. DUVALL, Gabriel (Treasury Department, Comptroller’s Office, Washington, DC) (June 30, 1810). To Joseph Wilson, Esq. (Collector, Marblehead, MA). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 14: 557-558. As first Comptroller of the United States, seeks to clarify and standardize application of regulations pertaining to vessels sailing in coastal waters. “Having received information that the act regulating the coasting trade is variously constructed by the Collectors at different ports with respect to temporary amendments and licenses, it is necessary to call your attention to the following Circular letters from the office on the subject: they are dated 28th December 1793; 29th August 1794; and 22 of December 1804 …. Temporary involvements and licenses ought not to be granted by the Collector of one district to vessels belonging to and permanently enrolled in another district nor in any case contrary to the [illegible] circulars above referred to.” 34 85. DUVALL, Gabriel (Treasury Department, Comptroller’s Office, Washington, DC) (June 30, 1810). To Joseph Wilson, Esq. (Collector, Marblehead, MA). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 14: 559. Copy of letter described as Number 84 above. 86. DUVALL, Gabriel (Treasury Department, Comptroller’s Office, Washington, D.C.) (May 9, 1811). To William Otis, Esq. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 14: 559-560. Clarifies requirements under the federal Coasting Act [of 1794] concerning sales of vessels. 87. STORY, Joseph (Salem, MA) (Aug. 9, 1828). To the Rev. William B. Sprague (West Springfield, MA). 2 pp Microfilm Reel 54: 241-242. Thanks Reverend Sprague for sending a copy of his discourses. Promises to forward Justice Story’s centennial discourse as soon as it “comes from the press.” Promises to procure autographs from all of the US Supreme Court Justices next winter. 88. STORY, Joseph (Cambridge, MA) (Sept. 24, 1836). To Robert Walsh, Esq. (Paris, France) 2 pp Microfilm Reel 54: 243-244. Provides an introduction on behalf of Henry Ledyard, Esq. of New York, who will be visiting France. Asks the letter’s recipient to provide Mr. Ledyard with advice and recommendations as to the “course of his travels.” 89. STORY, Joseph (July 26, 1844). To Professor Greenleaf (Cambridge, MA). 2p Microfilm Reel 54: 245-246. Brief note promising to deliver the opinion in Jenkins v. Eldridge tomorrow in Boston. 35 90. STORY, Joseph (Cambridge) (May 10, 1845). To Pomroy Jones, Esq. 1 p Microfilm Reel 54: 248. Grants request for an autograph. 91. THOMPSON, Smith (Washington, DC) (Feb. 27, 1819). To: Unknown. 1 p. Microfilm Reel 55: 537. As Secretary of the Navy, responds that he has no particular information regarding the letter recipient’s contention that costs have fallen 25% since last year. States that he has forwarded the matter to Van Buren, and will ratify “[w]hatever agreement Mr. V.B. makes with you….” 92. THOMPSON, Smith (March 23, 1825). To Office of Discount and Deposit (Washington, D.C.). 1 p. Microfilm Reel 55: 538. A check made out to “Self” for $301. 93. THOMPSON, Smith (April 4, 1825). To Office of Discount and Deposit (New York). 1p. Microfilm Reel 55: 538. Handwritten check in the amount of $1320. made out to the Order of M. Robinson Cushing [?] of the Office of Discount and Deposit New York. 94. THOMPSON, Smith (July 7, 1825). To Office of Discount and Deposit (New York). 2pp. Microfilm Reel 55: 538-539. Handwritten check in the amount of $1316 made out to the Order of M. Robinson Cushing [?] of the Office of Discount and Deposit New York. Additional notation reading “Credit this Office, M. Robinson _______;” and “Audit Office of New York, M. Robinson ______.” 95. THOMPSON, Smith (New York) (July 16, 1829). To William B. Sprague (West Springfield, MA). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 55: 540-541. 36 Notes that, since his return, he has tried to obtain the autographs of the signers of the Declaration of Independence from “this State,” but have not yet succeeded. Includes updates on his contact with descendents of the signers. 96. THOMPSON, Smith (Office of Discount and Deposit of the Bank of the United States, Washington, DC) (April 1, 1830). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 55: 542-543. Handwritten check in the amount of $1475. made out to the Order of M. Robinson Cushing [?] of the Office of Discount and Deposit New York. Signature of, M. Robinson _______, Credit Office, New York” included. 97. THOMPSON, Smith (Office of Discount and Deposit of the Bank of the United States, New York) (Nov. 3, 1832). 1 p. Microfilm Reel 55: 544. Handwritten check in the amount of $40. made out to the Order of John McDowell. 98. THOMPSON, Smith (Office of Discount and Deposit of the Bank of the United States, New York) (Dec. 5, 1832). 1 p. Microfilm Reel 55: 544. Handwritten check in the amount of $94. made out to the Order of William Brownell. 99. THOMPSON, Smith (Office of Discount and Deposit of the Bank of the United States, New York) (Dec. 5, 1832). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 55: 546-547. Handwritten check in the amount of $100. made out to the Order of John Clark. Include signature of John Clark. 100. THOMPSON, Smith (Office of Discount and Deposit of the Bank of the United States, NY) (March 1, 1833). 2 p. Microfilm Reel 55: 548-549. 37 Handwritten check in the amount of $322. made out to the Order of John Giles. Endorsement included. 101. THOMPSON, Smith (Office of Discount and Deposit of the Bank of the United States, NY) (March 15, 1833). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 55: 548-549. Handwritten check in the amount of $100. made out to the Order of _____ Smith Carter. Endorsement included. 102. THOMPSON, Smith (Office of Discount and Deposit of the Bank of the United States, NY) (April 20, 1833). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 55: 548-549. Printed check in the amount of $41.81 made out to the Order of B._. Taylor. Endorsement included. 103. THOMPSON, Smith (Office of Discount and Deposit of the Bank of the United States, NY) (April 22, 1833). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 55: 548-549. Printed check in the amount of $166. made out to the Order of [illegible]. 104. THOMPSON, Smith (Office of Discount and Deposit of the Bank of the United States, NY) (April 22, 1833). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 55: 550-551. Printed check in the amount of $100. made out to “Self.” Endorsement included. 105. THOMPSON, Smith (Office of Discount and Deposit of the Bank of the United States, NY) (May 3, 1833). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 55: 550-551. Printed check in the amount of $229.44. made out to Abraham A. Davis. Endorsement included. 38 106. THOMPSON, Smith (Office of Discount and Deposit of the Bank of the United States, NY) (July 10, 1833). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 55: 550-551. Handwritten check in the amount of $300. made out to W. Cunningham, Cashier of Dutchess County Bank. Endorsement included. 107. THOMPSON, Smith (Office of Discount and Deposit of the Bank of the United States, NY) (Aug. 16, 1833). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 55: 550-551. Handwritten check in the amount of $38.81 made out to the “President of the Farmers Fire Insurance and Loan Company. Endorsement included. 108. THOMPSON, Smith (Office of Discount and Deposit of the Bank of the United States, NY) (Dec. 7, 1833). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 55: 552-553. Printed check in the amount of $50. made out to “Self.” Endorsement included. 109. THOMPSON, Smith (Office of Discount and Deposit of the Bank of the United States, NY) (Sept. 15, 1840). To Jeremiah Hughes. 1 p. Microfilm Reel 55: 554. Illegible. 110. TRIMBLE, Robert (Paris) (July 22, 1806). To: General Henry Lee (Mason County). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 56: 148-149. With regard to a suit involving “Harrison,” requests that General Lee give Mr. Marshall notice that depositions will be taken “in the neighborhood” on the second Saturday in August at the house of Thomas Hughes, Esq. “in the Town of Paris.” 111. BALDWIN, Henry (Jan. 18, 1803). To: Unknown. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 3: 181-182 39 Illegible. 112. BALDWIN, Henry (unknown) (Dec. 14, 1821). To: Matthew Carey [?], Esq. 8 pp. Microfilm Reel 3: 182-190. Provides objections to a bill reported by the committee. Substantially illegible. 113. BALDWIN, Henry (Philadelphia, PA) (Jan. 4, 1835). To the Hon. ____Dickinson , Secretary of the Navy (Washington, DC) 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 3; pp. 194-195. Provides a reference for the son of Judge Shaker of Pittsburgh, who has submitted an application to become a Midshipman. Justice Baldwin mentions that the son is a “grandson of a very meritorious officer of the revolution …..” 114. BALDWIN, Henry (Philadelphia, PA) (Feb. 17, 1835). To the Matthew Carey, Esq., Secretary of the Navy (Washington, D.C.) 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 3: pp. 196-199. Outline set forth as “New Chapter for your book.” Substantially Illegible. 115. WAYNE, James (Savannah, GA) (April 19, 1825). To Robert Walker, Secretary of the Treasury (Washington, DC). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 66: 546-547. As mayor of Savannah, Wayne argues for the sale to the Georgia Historic Society of land owned by the federal government (i.e., the site of the current custom house). “I am sure you will have the gratitude of the members and I think the course of literature and the true history of the South will be much indebted to you.” 116. BARBOUR, Philip (Washington, DC) (Feb. 17, 1823). To General Mason. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 3; 440-441. 40 Reminds the letter’s recipient that he had presented Robert Cross of Louisa, Virginia, as a candidate for a Cadet’s Warrant, and asks whether the appointment has occurred, and, if not, whether it will be made. 117. CATRON, John (Sparta, TN) (July 19, 1816). To William Alexander, Esq., Secretary of State (Knoxville, TN). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 9: 287-288. Tenders his resignation of the office of Solicitor General for the Third Judicial Circuit for the State of Tennessee. 118. DANIEL, Peter (Richmond, VA) (August 10, 1852). To the Hon. Secretary of the Navy. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 12: 723-724. Provides a personal recommendation on behalf of Edwin Robinson Darby. 119. NELSON, Samuel (Cooperstown, NY) (September 3, 1859). To [illegible]. 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 38: 164-166. Informs the letter recipient that he has opened a correspondence with Judge Hall to resolve “points of difference” and will direct Counsel to draw up the papers to resolve a current case. 120. WOODBURY, Levi (Portsmouth, NH) (Oct. 27, 1828). To: Rev. B. Sprague (West Springfield, MA). 2pp. Microfilm Reel 68: 729-730. Requests additional information about Reverend Sprague’s purpose and future use of autographs he has requested from Justice Woodbury. 121 WOODBURY, Levi (Treasury Department) (July 11, 1824). To: [illegible] Meredith, Esq. (Baltimore, MD) 1 p. Microfilm Reel 68: 731. As Secretary of the Department of Treasury, provides notification that the Department refuses to provide copies of securities from the Union Bank 41 of Maryland to third parties in the absence of consent from that Bank or judicial order. 122. WOODBURY, Levi (Treasury Department) (December __, 1838). To S.Benton, Esq. (Little Falls, NY). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 68: 732-733. Urges letter recipient to assent to the inquiry from a defendant’s attorney because it would “be deemed insidious, if not unjust, to exclude any evidence on the part of the accused, which he or his counsel deem useful and pertinent to his defense ….” 123. WOODBURY, Levi (Treasury Dept.) (Aug. 3, 1838). To Nicholas Biddle, Esq., President of the United States Bank. 1 p. Microfilm Reel 68: 734. Responds to an offer for the transfer of Treasury notes to the U.S. Treasury from the Bank of the United States. 124. WOODBURY, Levi (Treasury Dept.) (Aug. 30, 1838). To Henry Cracken, Esq., Collector of the Customs (Barnstable, MA). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 68: 735-736. Responds to an inquiry as to whether a Deputy Collector at the Port of Sandwich in the District of Barnstable can be allowed to clear vessels from foreign ports. The Secretary of the Treasury states that current law does not provide authority for the Deputy Collector at Sandwich to provide that service. 125. WOODBURY, Levi (Treasury Dept.) (April 19, 1839). To His Excellency Governor Wilson Shannon (Columbus, OH). 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 68: 737-740. Acknowledges receipt of a letter transmitting a refund and resolution of the General Assembly of Ohio regarding “the three percent fund, due from the United States.” Rejects Ohio’s request to alter the present mode of adjusting the three percent fund. 42 Notes that the change Ohio is requesting would require legislation, and promises that the Department “will cheerfully furnish any facilitation in its power to the State authorities for bringing the question before Congress for such special legislation.” 126. WOODBURY, Levi (Washington, DC) (January 20, 1845). To: Rev. G. Brooks. (West Springfield, MA). 1 p. Microfilm Reel 68: 741. Encloses a reply from William Yates or Gates to the letter’s recipient. 127. GRIER, Robert C. (Washington, D.C.) (January 22, 1858). To: [illegible] 2 pp. Microfilm 21: 56-57. Expresses thanks for receipt of a copy of a digested form of statutes. 128. CURTIS, Benjamin (Northfield) (April 18, 1831). To J. Austen, Esq. (Boston, MA) 4 pp. Microfilm 12: 474- 477 Congratulates a friend on becoming an attorney, and asks: “Have you found any loopholes by [illegible] of which a poor devil can crawl into the bar before three years are out – if so, do tell me where it is for I am sadly tired not of studying the Law, but of being a student-at-law.” 129. CAMPBELL, John A. (Mobile, AL) (April 20, 1852). To [illegible]. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 8: 731-732. Notes that $200 is enclosed for the letter recipient. 130. CLIFFORD, Nathan. (Newfield, ME) (Sept. 24, 1844). To his son, Charles (North Yarmouth, ME). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 10: 169-171. A letter admonishing his son to retain his good character while at school. Clifford states: “As you are in the common’s building, you must be very careful of your behavior. It is best not to frequent other rooms nor to encourage others to frequent yours … 43 Treat all the boys well, but avoid amusements of every kind particularly in the evening – At your age it is impossible for you to appreciate the value of a good character or the importance of acquiring habits of industry and application of sobriety of conduct….” 131. SWAYNE, Noah (Washington, D.C.) (Feb. 3, 1869). To A.T. Goodwin Goodman [?], Esq. Recollections concerning Governor Lucas. Justice Swayne notes that he served on Governor Lucas’s staff during the Governor’s entire term. 132. MILLER, Samuel (Princeton, NJ) (January 29, 1821). To William Sprague (West Springfield, MA). 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 36: 430-433. Letter congratulating Mr. Sprague on publication of a speech, offering corrections on that speech, and advice on the types of sermon Mr. Sprague should offer as a Pastor. “The great body of evangelical preaching, by a fixed Pastor, ought not to be of the controversial sort, but didactick, affectionate and practical ….” 134. MILLER, Samuel (Princeton, NJ) (February 16, 1848). To Governor Daniel Haines (Trenton, NJ). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 36: 434-435. Recommends George W. Burroughs, a minister and the son of a former Mayor of Trenton, for the position of “Moral Instructor” at the Trenton Penitentiary. 135. DAVIS, David (Bloomington, IL) (April 6, 1863). To Mr. Weed. 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 12: 819-821. Urges letter recipient to convince Governor Seymour to endorse a letter by Judge [illegible]. Mentions that, “[w]e are watching the news for Charleston.” 136. DAVIS, David (Washington, D.C. (Feb. 3, 1864). To Unknown. 1 p. Reel 12: 822. 44 Forwards a photograph and signature. Informs letter recipient of the dates the Supreme Court will be in recess and in session. 137. DAVIS, David (Bloomington, IL) (Undated). To Henry Whitney, Esq. (Marked Private). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 12: 822-824. Mentions that he has written Lincoln to urge the nomination only of men who are not strong opponents of abolition as the only way to insure election. Asks the letter’s recipient: “What do you gather as to the relative prospects of Lincoln and Douglas?” 138. FIELD, Stephen (New York) (July 6, 1848). To a law firm located in Albany, New York. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 16; 133-134. Requests the return of his brief in the case of Beale v. Clark. 139. STRONG, William (Washington, DC) (February 21, 1849). To R. Hale, Esq. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 54: 457-458. Discusses pending litigation against parties who are “utterly insolvent.” 140. BRADLEY, Joseph (Newark, NJ) (February 12, 1848). To Governor Haines (Trenton, NJ). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 6: 451-452. Requests assistance from the Governor of New Jersey in following up with the Governor of New York regarding a “requisition” for two men charged with embezzling funds from the Plainfield Bank. Bradley expresses hope for some news before the next Oyez and Terminer, which was to open in 10 days. 141. BRADLEY, Joseph (Newark, NJ) (April 10, 1848). To Governor Haines (Trenton, NJ). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 6: 453-455. 45 Requests that Governor Haines deny a request by New York for requisition of one of Bradley’s clients, who has defaulted on loans made in New York. Bradley states that his client had “got into the fangs of a Wall Street gang.” 142. BRADLEY, Joseph (Newark, NJ) (April 10, 1848). To Judge Gray (Trenton, NJ). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 6: 456-457. States that Judge Gray’s note came too late to insert the remarks of Dane in the present proof. However, Bradley proposes to add some of those comments and describe which quotes will be added and where. 143. HUNT, Ward (Utica, NY) (August 6, 1823). To Mr. WR Dorlon [?]. I p. Microfilm Reel 25: 654. Expresses regrets that he has no letters of the prior Chief Justice that he can forward. 144. HARLAN, John (Louisville, KY) (August 17, 1874). To General BR Cowan, Assistant Secretary of the Interior (Washington, DC). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 22: 146-147. Provides an introduction for Mr. Howlett [?[ who is the Manager of the “only daily Republican paper in Kentucky.” 145. WOODS, William (Supreme Court Room) (December 19, 1882). To [illegible]. Microfilm Reel 68: 868. Confirms accuracy of his listing in a directory. 147. MATTHEWS, Stanley (Washington, DC) (October 18, 1881). To Mr. Cooper, Esq. (Shelbyville, Ohio). 1 p. Microfilm Reel 35: 703. 46 Notifies recipient that he has already written a letter to the President recommending the appointment of [illegible] as U.S. Attorney, and is pleased to learn that the candidate has other backing, as well. 148. GRAY, Horace (39 Court Street, MA) (Jan. 2, 1858). To Massachusetts Chief Justice Lemuel Shaw. 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 19: 771-773. Summarizes Chief Shaw’s criminal cases in 1855 and requests additional information regarding some of those cases. 149. LAMAR, Lucius Q.C. (Oxford, Mississippi) (May 17, 1859). To the Hon. H.A. Wise (Richmond, VA). 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 29: 430-432. Requests a complete copy of a letter written by Governor Wise regarding “the legitimate functions of a territorial legislature and the duties of Congress relative to slave rights in the territories.” He writes: “Though wholly unknown to you sir, I feel that I have the right to thank you … for this last timely blow in behalf of constitutional right.” (Note following letter states that “L.Q.C. Lamar asking for copy of Gov’ letter to Mr. [William F] Samford, May 21, 1859. Complied with letter sent. ”) 150. LAMAR, Lucius Q.C. (House of Representatives) (January 10, 1876). To Mr. Spafford. 1 p. Microfilm Reel 29: 433. Asks assistance from Mr. Spafford in locating a letter circa 1850 by Robert J. Walker, former Secretary of the Treasury, regarding the Pacific Rail Road question. 151. BREWER, David. (Washington, DC) (May 26, 1904). To A.J. Parker (Albany, NY). 1 p. Microfilm Reel 6: 575. Accepts invitation to dine with Trustees, subject to any arrangements the Dean may have made. 47 152. BROWN, Henry (Washington, DC) (March 5, 1898). To Rev. John F. Harst, LLD (Washington, DC). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 7: 575-576. Encloses a letter he has prepared to Colonel Bingham, the Superintendent of the Washington Monument, upon the subject of increased lifting facilities. 153. SHIRAS, George (Washington, DC) (March 20, 1894). To the Hon. George F. Hose Hoar [?]. 1 p. Microfilm Reel 51: 590. Provides this letter in response to a request from an autograph collector. 154. JACKSON, Howell. (Thomasville, GA) (Nov. 3, 1894). To US Supreme Court Justice Gray. (Washington, DC). 1 p. Microfilm Reel 26:831. Expresses hope that his trip to Georgia will improve his health. “I am coughing less, and resting better at night and my appetite is gradually improving,” he writes. 155. PECKHAM, Rufus (Altamont, NY)(July 13, 1888). To J.H. Manning, Esq. 1 p. Microfilm Reel: 44: 454. Directs Mr. Manning to forward “the papers” and send a copy by express mail to Judge Peckham at Altamont. 156. McKENNA, Joseph (Washington, D.C.) (Dec. 8, 1885). To: [not specified]. 4 pp. Microfilm Reel 33: 538- 541. Requests that a Directory publisher include additional biographical information as part of his [illegible]. 157. McKENNA, Joseph.(Washington.D.C.) (July 11, 1899). To Mr. Charles Rice. 1 p. Microfilm Reel 33: 542. 48 Provides the requested autograph. 158. HOLMES, Oliver Wendell (Boston, MA) (Jan 29, 1868). Not addressed. 3 pp. Microfilm Reel 23: 763-765. Mentions Wendell Phillips and his lectures at the Medical College. 159. DAY, William. (Department of State, Washington, DC) (March 30, 1898). To Rev. John F. Hurst (Washington, DC). 1 p. Microfilm Reel 13: 100. Acknowledges receipt of letter commending the appointment of Professor Worman as second secretary at St. Petersburg. 160. DAY, William. (Canton, OH) (June 13, 1917). To Hon. George Whitelock (Baltimore, MD). 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 13: 101-102. Cancels dinner speaking engagement because of the death of a relative and recommends Justice Clarke as “an excellent after dinner speaker of much experience.” 161. MOODY, William (Navy Department, Washington, D.C.) (August 25, 1903). To: Dr. Charles Rice. 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 37: 8-9. Apologizes for his failure to answer the recipient’s letter earlier. Explains that he had been away from home, “attending the review of our ships in Long Island Sound, the most striking evidence of our naval strength in peace ever seen.” 162. MOODY, William (Supreme Court Washington, DC) (April 23, 1907). To: W.S. McKean, Esq. 1 p. Microfilm Reel 37: 10. Accepts the office of vice president of the Thomas Jefferson Memorial Association. 49 163. MOODY, William (Washington, D.C.) (July 22, 1907). To: Frederick E. [illegible] 2 pp. Microfilm Reel 37: 11-12. Accepts invitation to attend the annual meeting of the American Bar Association. 164. LAMAR, Joseph Microfilm Reel 29: 429 Extends regrets that he will be unable to attend a New York State Bar Association Dinner. 165. PITNEY, Mahlon. (Washington, DC) ( Dec. 17, 1912). To Justice Day. 1 pp. Microfilm Reel 45: 656. Provides an autograph for the Mount Union College collection. 166. McREYNOLDS, James. (Washington, DC) (Dec. 2, 1913). To Dr. Charles E. Rice (Mount Union College, Alliance, Ohio). 1 p. Microfilm Reel 33: 705. “The growth of our country is well illustrated by the increase in the number of men necessary to carry [illegible] its’ law business.” 167. BRANDEIS, Louis (Storleight Court) (January 2, 1918). To NY State Bar Association. 1 p. Microfilm Reel 6: 503. Declines invitation to attend a Bar Association dinner. 168. CLARKE, John. (Albany, NY) (February 23, 1887). To: [illegible] Payne, Esq. On behalf of “the Company,” rejects the letter recipient’s offer to purchase stock. “ ***There is no number 133 and 146. 50