246 25 22278 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/417bcef49512a0e79d24d57df629fcde.pdf d25b0997dd126fc2a71d8562ec7b2752 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Established in the City of New York, March 3, 1848 - Incorporated by the Legislature of the State of New York, April 10, 1848. AMERICAN DRAMATIC FUND ASSOCIATION I, Thomas Child Noxon born in the city of Montreall Canada the Twenty first of October in the year 1831 and now of the Town or City of New Orleans am desirous of becoming a member of the AMERICAN DRAMATIC FUND ASSOCIATION, and of subscribing to the same; and I do hereby declare, that I shall attain the age of Twenty Five years on my next birth day, and have been three years in the Profession; and I do hereby agree, that if any untrue averment is contained in THIS DECLARATION, all moneys which shall have been paid by me, or on my account, shall be forfeited. And I do hereby consent that my interest in said Association shall be subject to the RULES AND REGULATIONS thereof. Dated this Second day of July 1855 Thomas C. Noxon Witness B. DeBar Ben De Bar Also Actor Thomas C. Noxon - 1831 <hr /> Thos C. Noxon July 2, 1855 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 2 p 23 x 17 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300240 T1855.07.02-MISC Title A name given to the resource Certificate of membership in the American Dramatic Fund Association Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Noxon, Thomas; DeBar, Ben; American Dramatic Fund Association Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1855-07-02 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Ben DeBar and Thomas Noxon are signators to a membership certificate for Thomas Noxon in the American Dramatic Fund Association. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Established in the City of New York, March 3, 1848 - Incorporated by the Legislature of the State of New York, April 10, 1848. AMERICAN DRAMATIC FUND ASSOCIATION I, Thomas Child Noxon born in the city of Montreall Canada the Twenty first of October in the year 1831 and now of the Town or City of New Orleans am desirous of becoming a member of the AMERICAN DRAMATIC FUND ASSOCIATION, and of subscribing to the same; and I do hereby declare, that I shall attain the age of Twenty Five years on my next birth day, and have been three years in the Profession; and I do hereby agree, that if any untrue averment is contained in THIS DECLARATION, all moneys which shall have been paid by me, or on my account, shall be forfeited. And I do hereby consent that my interest in said Association shall be subject to the RULES AND REGULATIONS thereof. Dated this Second day of July 1855 Thomas C. Noxon Witness B. DeBar Ben De Bar Also Actor Thomas C. Noxon - 1831 <hr /> Thos C. Noxon July 2, 1855 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/64d63603bd7ff7827b06b47f7c001367.pdf a3fc6fc427e132b607b71e05076c144c Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 2 p 43 x 49 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300050 T1855.08.04 95307 (legal) Title A name given to the resource Plat of Bullocks Addition to the City of Springfield Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lincoln, Abraham; Enos, Z. A. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1855-08-04 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Lincoln writes a description of the Bullock property and a legal petition that Josiah Francis signs on a Plat of Bullocks Addition to the City of Springfield drawn and Z.A. Enos, Sangamon County Surveyor, signs. In 1855, wishing to dispose of her property in Springfield, Maria Bullock asked Lincoln to assist her with the sale. He agreed and, on August 4, 1855, obtained a survey and plat map of her holdings. This is one of nine documents in Bullock v. Viney. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/b8abc21e13666ac6425cce890431946a.pdf 5ad594428d98d6c0012c29026d1b5dcd Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. $81. Springfield, Aug. 20, 1855 Two years after date I promise to pay Mrs Maria L. Bullock eighty one dollars, with interest at the rate of six per cent per annum from date until paid for value received- W S. Viney Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 1 p 9 x 21 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300951 T1855.08.20-1 Title A name given to the resource Promissory note of W. S. Viney to Maria Bullock Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lincoln, Abraham Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1855-08-20 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Abraham Lincoln writes a promissory note which William S. Viney signs promising to pay Maria L. Bullock eightyone dollars with interest within the next two years. Viney, a resident of Henry County, Iowa, purchased three lots from Bullock. This is one of nine documents in Bullock v. Viney Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. $81. Springfield, Aug. 20, 1855 Two years after date I promise to pay Mrs Maria L. Bullock eighty one dollars, with interest at the rate of six per cent per annum from date until paid for value received- W S. Viney Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/405f541ba24a4126f451551383d01395.pdf b0f006280e454db82a5a108e4d3e53a0 Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 2 p 41 x 33 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300051 T1855.08.20-2 95309 (legal) Title A name given to the resource Mortgage to Bullock property Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lincoln, Abraham Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1855-08-20 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Abraham Lincoln completes a mortgage deed on Maria Bullock's property. The sale of the land amounted to $180, with $18 paid in cash and remainder in to be paid in two annual installments at interest of 6%/annum. Viney makes the first payment for which Lincoln writes a receipt on November 5, 1856. However, a year later, Viney fails to pay the second note when it is due. In 1857, according to Lincoln, Viney permits the lots to be sold for the 1856 taxes and allows the purchaser to pay the 1857 property tax. In order for Bullock to preserve her security, she must redeem the property from the tax sale, paying double the amount for which the land was originally sold, and the single amount for 1857 and pay the taxes for the year 1858. This is one of nine documents in Bullock v. Viney. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/415dafd02eb33f661bb02d6e92e4cdc1.pdf e025338360697527466b2b9dadb28327 Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 2 p 7 x 9 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300950 T1855.08.28 Title A name given to the resource Promissory note of Isaac Lindsay to Abraham Lincoln Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lincoln, Abraham Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1855-08-28 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Abrham Lincoln completes a promissory note on behalf of Isaac Lindsay who signs the note promising to pay Lincoln $600 at 10% annual interest. On the reverse side of the note is a detailed record of Lindsay's repayment of the debt which began prior to the Lincoln-Douglas debates and lasted through much of Lincoln's presidency. The record from August 1857 until August 1860 are in Lincoln's hand. From September 1861 until May 1864 the notations are in the hand of Robert Irwin, a surrogate for Lincoln. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/8f6d9f95aefa9049ac6c806c8950d821.pdf 82b33ab9d12fc3799a891b10d2e54cd9 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. JOEL A. MATTESON GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, To all to whom these presents shall come greeting: KNOW YE, That Elkanah Moore having been duly elected to the office of 1st Lieut."Knoxville National Artillery". Attached to the 67th Regmt. of the Militia of the State of Illinois, I, JOEL A. MATTESON, Governor of said State, for and on behalf of the people of said State, do commission him First Lieutenant of said Company to take rank from the 20th day of September 1855. He is, therefore, carefully and diligently to discharge the duties of said office, by doing and performing all manner of things thereunto belonging; and I do strictly require all officers and soldiers under his command to be obedient to his orders, and he is to obey such orders and directions as he shall receive, from time to time, from his commander-in-chief or his superior officer. In Testimony Whereof, I shall hereunto set my hand, and caused the Great Seal of State to be hereunto affixed. Done at the city of Springfield, this 25th day of September, in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and fifty five, and of the independence of the United States the eightieth. BY THE GOVERNOR: J.A. Matteson Alexander Starne Secretary of State <hr /> This is to certify that I did [resign?] my [office?] as First Lieutenant on about the first of this month April 18- 59 Elkanah Moore Elkanah Moore Resignation filed April 22/59 and accepted. Vacancy filled by the election of Jacob W Brewer T S Mather Adjt General Ills [illegible] State of Illinois Knox County ss/ I Elkanah Moore, First Lieutenant Elect of the Knoxville National Artillery, do solemnly swear that I will support the constitution of the United States and of the State of Illinois; and that will faithfully discharge the duties of said office; I do also solemnly swear, that I have not fought a duel, nor sent or accepted a challenge to fight a duel the probable issue of which might have been the death of either party, nor been a second to either party, nor in manner aided or assisted in such duel, nor been knowingly the bearer of such challenge or acceptance since the adoption of the constitution, and that I will not be so engaged or concerned, directly or indirectly in or about any such duel, during my continuance in office So help me God. Elkanah Moore Sworn and subscribed before me this 13th day of October A.D. 1855 Harman G Reynolds Seal County Judge Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 2 p 32 x 22 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300241 T1855.09.25-MISC Title A name given to the resource Military commission and sworn oath of 1st Lieut. Elkanah Moore Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Matteson, Joel A. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1855-09-25 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Gov. Joel A. Matteson commissions Elkanah Moore to the rank of First Lieutenant "National Artillery" attached to the 67th Regiment of the Illinois Millitia. The document is signed by Gov. Matteson and Secretary of State Alexander Starne. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. JOEL A. MATTESON GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, To all to whom these presents shall come greeting: KNOW YE, That Elkanah Moore having been duly elected to the office of 1st Lieut."Knoxville National Artillery". Attached to the 67th Regmt. of the Militia of the State of Illinois, I, JOEL A. MATTESON, Governor of said State, for and on behalf of the people of said State, do commission him First Lieutenant of said Company to take rank from the 20th day of September 1855. He is, therefore, carefully and diligently to discharge the duties of said office, by doing and performing all manner of things thereunto belonging; and I do strictly require all officers and soldiers under his command to be obedient to his orders, and he is to obey such orders and directions as he shall receive, from time to time, from his commander-in-chief or his superior officer. In Testimony Whereof, I shall hereunto set my hand, and caused the Great Seal of State to be hereunto affixed. Done at the city of Springfield, this 25th day of September, in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and fifty five, and of the independence of the United States the eightieth. BY THE GOVERNOR: J.A. Matteson Alexander Starne Secretary of State <hr /> This is to certify that I did [resign?] my [office?] as First Lieutenant on about the first of this month April 18- 59 Elkanah Moore Elkanah Moore Resignation filed April 22/59 and accepted. Vacancy filled by the election of Jacob W Brewer T S Mather Adjt General Ills [illegible] State of Illinois Knox County ss/ I Elkanah Moore, First Lieutenant Elect of the Knoxville National Artillery, do solemnly swear that I will support the constitution of the United States and of the State of Illinois; and that will faithfully discharge the duties of said office; I do also solemnly swear, that I have not fought a duel, nor sent or accepted a challenge to fight a duel the probable issue of which might have been the death of either party, nor been a second to either party, nor in manner aided or assisted in such duel, nor been knowingly the bearer of such challenge or acceptance since the adoption of the constitution, and that I will not be so engaged or concerned, directly or indirectly in or about any such duel, during my continuance in office So help me God. Elkanah Moore Sworn and subscribed before me this 13th day of October A.D. 1855 Harman G Reynolds Seal County Judge Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/869db37db48d503cd14dd8656a82e27e.pdf f070f79a9e083cf09c1008efb7aa63dc Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 2 p 31 x 20 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300251 T1857-MISC Title A name given to the resource Plot of state road between Springfield and Spring Creek Bridge on the Beardstown Road Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jayne, William; Lewis, Joseph; Anderson, Moses K. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1857 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Sangamon County Commissioners William Jayne, Joseph K. Lewis; and Moses K. Anderson endorse the plat of a state road from the western terminus of Jefferson Street in Springfield to the bridge across Spring Creek on the Beardstown Road and assess the costs involved in marking and locating the road. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/dc4f32454640fe7aa02ac9d4210d8640.pdf 12831b9333053f1a60f6911e3d2b0748 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Washington April 15th 1857 My Dear Sir Permit me to introduce to you the Hon T.S. Wilson of Town. Judge Wilson was a member of the National convention at Cincinnati and served on the committee of [Resolutions?] with you, and hence you will probably recollect him when you see him. He is one of the most distinguished men in Town as a politician and a Lawyer and Judge, having recently been reelected to the Bench. He has some business in your department and I ask for him a fair hearing. Vry truly your friend Hon Jacob Thompson S.A.Douglas <hr /> Hon S.A.Douglas introducing Hon. T.S.Wilson of Iowa Recd April 29/57 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 2 p 20 x 17 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300244 T1857.04.15-MISC Title A name given to the resource Stephen A. Douglas to Jacob Thompson Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Douglas, Stephen A. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1857-04-15 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Stephen A. Douglas writes a letter of introduction for Judge T.S. Wilson of Iowa to Jacob Thompson. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Washington April 15th 1857 My Dear Sir Permit me to introduce to you the Hon T.S. Wilson of Town. Judge Wilson was a member of the National convention at Cincinnati and served on the committee of [Resolutions?] with you, and hence you will probably recollect him when you see him. He is one of the most distinguished men in Town as a politician and a Lawyer and Judge, having recently been reelected to the Bench. He has some business in your department and I ask for him a fair hearing. Vry truly your friend Hon Jacob Thompson S.A.Douglas <hr /> Hon S.A.Douglas introducing Hon. T.S.Wilson of Iowa Recd April 29/57 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/facbd0273557253a61a9d6f90b43aca8.pdf 3b1f3a485e5708c81b50278dde28338e Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. <pre> Springfield, Ills. June 8, 1857 </pre> Mr. Sheriff Dear Sir Enclosd is 2 Executions against Mr. John H. Taylor. He is in your city - is a Daguarrean, Photographist, or what not. Please see him. He is amply able to pay & shall. Collect as soon as possible and inform us as to results &etc. <pre>Your Friend </pre> Lincoln & Herndon {in pencil} E lives near 12 Street John H. Taylor <hr /> {sideways center sinister paper edge} Letter-- {in pencil} #4631 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 2 p 26 x 20 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300245 T1857.06.08-MISC Title A name given to the resource William H. Herndon to Sheriff of Springfield Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Herndon, William H. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1857-06-08 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource William H. Herndon of the law firm of Lincoln and Herndon encloses this cover letter with an execution directed to the Sheriff of Springfield notifying him that John H. Taylor is able to pay what is owed and urges the lawman to collect as soon as possible. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. <pre> Springfield, Ills. June 8, 1857 </pre> Mr. Sheriff Dear Sir Enclosd is 2 Executions against Mr. John H. Taylor. He is in your city - is a Daguarrean, Photographist, or what not. Please see him. He is amply able to pay & shall. Collect as soon as possible and inform us as to results &etc. <pre>Your Friend </pre> Lincoln & Herndon {in pencil} E lives near 12 Street John H. Taylor <hr /> {sideways center sinister paper edge} Letter-- {in pencil} #4631 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/33fed031fab41348c2ccfc0357d258f4.pdf 01615519e40f6359966b673e181cccd9 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Received of John Hall Twenty dollars & fifty cts in full Payment of a note I Have on. him & in full of all Claims I Have against Him up to March 10/57 <pre> Her Sarah X Lincoln Mark </pre> Witness A. W. Chapman <pre> ( ( ( ( ( ( </pre> Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 1 p 20 x 12 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300246 T1857.06.18 Title A name given to the resource Receipt for John Hall by Sarah Bush Lincoln Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lincoln, Sarah Bush Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1857-06-18 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Sarah Bush Lincoln signs with her mark a receipt for payment in full for a note of $20.50 owed to her by John Hall, a man related to Lincoln by marriage. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Received of John Hall Twenty dollars & fifty cts in full Payment of a note I Have on. him & in full of all Claims I Have against Him up to March 10/57 <pre> Her Sarah X Lincoln Mark </pre> Witness A. W. Chapman <pre> ( ( ( ( ( ( </pre> Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/3e89702e941bd9095cf2ae514355a4c4.pdf 70e174cde3cb8433680bdbef49770f48 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Mrs. Mary Fahnestock died without a will after the death of her father, leaving her husband surviving, but no issue, and also owning land in Iowa. My opinion is asked as to how, or to whom, this land descends. I have to judge by the Iowa laws, as I find them in the State House here in Illinois. In the "Code of Iowa" enacted in 1857, on page 214 I find Sec "1410. If the intestate leave no issue the one half of his estate (including the dower of his wife) shall go to his father, and the other half to his wife, and if he leave no wife nor issue the whole shall go to his father". Sec. "1411. If his father be previously dead, the portion which would have fallen to his share by the above [illegible] shall be disposed of in the same manner as though he had outlived the intested and died in the possession and ownership of the portion thus falling to his [illegible] [illegible]" Again on page 215 Sec. 1421. All the provisions hereinbefore made in relation to the widow of a deceased husband shall be applicable to the husband of a deceased wife. Each is entitled to the same rights of dower in the estate of the other and like interests shall in the same manner descend to then respective heirs. The estate by courtesy is hereby abolished. The above Sec 1421, was, in 1853 so amended as to read. Sec "1421. All the provisions hereinbefore made in relation to the widow of a deceased husband shall (over) <hr /> be applicable to the husband of a deceased wife. The estate by courtesy is hereby abolished". So far as I have the opportunity I have examined the decisions of the Supreme court of Iowa and find nothing in them on the question nor do I find any other statutory [alteration?]. I therefore think one half of the land goes to Mrs. Fahnestock's husband and the other half to her father's heirs. The Iowa Statutes and Supreme Court decisions will probably be found at Harrisburg Pa. I will add that it would be prudent to get the opinion of a good lawyer in Iowa, being careful to state to him correctly the facts of the case particularly that Mrs. F. died without children Springfield, July 20 1857 A. Lincoln Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 2 p 32 x 20 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300069 T1857.07.20 130106 (legal) Title A name given to the resource Legal advice to Mary Fahnestock Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lincoln, Abraham Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1857-07-20 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Lincoln offers his legal advice in the case of Mrs. Mary Fahnestock, a relative of Lincoln's by marriage, who died intestate after the death of her father. Lincoln gives advice as to how lands Fahnestock owned in Iowa should be handled. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Mrs. Mary Fahnestock died without a will after the death of her father, leaving her husband surviving, but no issue, and also owning land in Iowa. My opinion is asked as to how, or to whom, this land descends. I have to judge by the Iowa laws, as I find them in the State House here in Illinois. In the "Code of Iowa" enacted in 1857, on page 214 I find Sec "1410. If the intestate leave no issue the one half of his estate (including the dower of his wife) shall go to his father, and the other half to his wife, and if he leave no wife nor issue the whole shall go to his father". Sec. "1411. If his father be previously dead, the portion which would have fallen to his share by the above [illegible] shall be disposed of in the same manner as though he had outlived the intested and died in the possession and ownership of the portion thus falling to his [illegible] [illegible]" Again on page 215 Sec. 1421. All the provisions hereinbefore made in relation to the widow of a deceased husband shall be applicable to the husband of a deceased wife. Each is entitled to the same rights of dower in the estate of the other and like interests shall in the same manner descend to then respective heirs. The estate by courtesy is hereby abolished. The above Sec 1421, was, in 1853 so amended as to read. Sec "1421. All the provisions hereinbefore made in relation to the widow of a deceased husband shall (over) <hr /> be applicable to the husband of a deceased wife. The estate by courtesy is hereby abolished". So far as I have the opportunity I have examined the decisions of the Supreme court of Iowa and find nothing in them on the question nor do I find any other statutory [alteration?]. I therefore think one half of the land goes to Mrs. Fahnestock's husband and the other half to her father's heirs. The Iowa Statutes and Supreme Court decisions will probably be found at Harrisburg Pa. I will add that it would be prudent to get the opinion of a good lawyer in Iowa, being careful to state to him correctly the facts of the case particularly that Mrs. F. died without children Springfield, July 20 1857 A. Lincoln Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/9153a817bd73c26fa0818f68d4b917be.pdf 661f471982d312a09561d73483b307cf Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Chicago, Sept. 13. 1857 Dear Jesse K. Several persons here keep teasing me about you and the Bank Commissioner's not enforcing the banking laws -- In my stupidity, I do not believe I quite understand what the ground of complaint is; but it appears to me to be this; that the stocks which the banks have on deposit have depreciated; that in such case, it is your duty to make the banks deposit additional stocks, or, in default. wind them up; and that you do not perform this duty -- Now how is this? Write me plainly enough to make me understand; and write soon too, for I am annoyed about it a good deal. Your friend as ever A. Lincoln Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 1 p 20 x 13 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300018 T1857.09.13 200970 Title A name given to the resource Abraham Lincoln to Jesse K. Dubois Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lincoln, Abraham Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1857-09-13 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Abraham Lincoln appeals to his friend Jesse K. Dubois for frank information concerning the situation with certain stocks held by a bank. Since the stocks have depreciated, Lincoln tells Dubois that it is his responsibility to have the banks deposit additional stocks, "or, in default, wind them up." Lincoln relates that "several persons here keep teasing me about you and the Bank commissioners not enforcing the banking lawsIn my stupidity, I do not believe I quite understand what the ground of complaint is Write me plainly enough to make me understand, and write soon too ... " . Has Version A related resource that is a version, edition, or adaptation of the described resource. Basler 2:414 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Chicago, Sept. 13. 1857 Dear Jesse K. Several persons here keep teasing me about you and the Bank Commissioner's not enforcing the banking laws -- In my stupidity, I do not believe I quite understand what the ground of complaint is; but it appears to me to be this; that the stocks which the banks have on deposit have depreciated; that in such case, it is your duty to make the banks deposit additional stocks, or, in default. wind them up; and that you do not perform this duty -- Now how is this? Write me plainly enough to make me understand; and write soon too, for I am annoyed about it a good deal. Your friend as ever A. Lincoln Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/361a0fd1afed7f2cef0abb9d1d7822b5.pdf 7aa1f4a949a7e4876468de88874a077f Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 2 p 11 x 21 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300247 T1857.09.26-MISC Title A name given to the resource Check to Eli Virgen by Robert Irwin Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Irwin, Robert Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1857-09-26 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Robert Irwin makes out bank check number 11059 payable to Eli Virgen for $500. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/1f65ccf8b07a1f1accefd5154655b772.pdf 056af463d29c12d20fa748ce8ecd6938 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. State of Illinois. <pre> SS </pre> Champaign Cpunty Circuit Court., October Term 1857 Joseph F. Taylor Ats Charles Cherry And the said defendant by Leonard Swett his Attorney, comes and defends the wrong and injury when &c. And Says he did not undertake and promise in manner and form as the said plaintiff hath above thereof complained against him. and of this he puts himself upon the Country Leonard Swett: Attorney for deft The plantiff in above cause will also take notice that Defendant will prove upon [illegible] of this cause that he has sawed lumber for plantiff and upon his order to the amount of sixty dollars and by the terms of a contract made with defendant he is upon said contract for sawing lumber & what he has done entitled to a credit of $100 Swett <hr /> Cherry vs Taylor Plea & notice [Facts?] Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 2 p 32 x 21 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300248 T1857.10-MISC Title A name given to the resource Plea and notice in Taylor v. Cherry Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Swett, Leonard Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1857-10 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Leonard Swett on behalf of Joseph Taylor submits his plea and notice in the case of Joseph Taylor v. Charles Cherry. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. State of Illinois. <pre> SS </pre> Champaign Cpunty Circuit Court., October Term 1857 Joseph F. Taylor Ats Charles Cherry And the said defendant by Leonard Swett his Attorney, comes and defends the wrong and injury when &c. And Says he did not undertake and promise in manner and form as the said plaintiff hath above thereof complained against him. and of this he puts himself upon the Country Leonard Swett: Attorney for deft The plantiff in above cause will also take notice that Defendant will prove upon [illegible] of this cause that he has sawed lumber for plantiff and upon his order to the amount of sixty dollars and by the terms of a contract made with defendant he is upon said contract for sawing lumber & what he has done entitled to a credit of $100 Swett <hr /> Cherry vs Taylor Plea & notice [Facts?] Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/8353695858947c0cdff03f091dd98c57.pdf 9a964c3ad71552bc54e10d77d5f6c08f Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Springfield Ills Nov 16 1857 Friend Riggin Dear Sir In the Case of Stephenson & --- vs. Moore I filed an acct during Court; and since I got home I think the acct is not marked filed. Please mark it filed: it was filed on Tuesday the second day of Court. Please turn to the papers and you will find it - file it and mark it &c. Yours till Spring W. H. Herndon Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 1 p 26 x 20 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300249 T1857.11.16-MISC Title A name given to the resource William H. Herndon to Riggin Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Herndon, William H. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1857-11-16 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource William H. Herndon addresses his letter to his friend Riggin regarding the case of Stephenson v. Moore. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Springfield Ills Nov 16 1857 Friend Riggin Dear Sir In the Case of Stephenson & --- vs. Moore I filed an acct during Court; and since I got home I think the acct is not marked filed. Please mark it filed: it was filed on Tuesday the second day of Court. Please turn to the papers and you will find it - file it and mark it &c. Yours till Spring W. H. Herndon Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/48f46320eb5af1244de15fcf621f39f3.pdf 25f3bf41124fd8db4abc0e61471c22cc Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. We have agreed to let Strode go each party having his own costs-but the judgment not being satisfied. Nov. 24, 1857 S T Logan Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 1 p 7 x 20 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300250 T1857.11.24-MISC Title A name given to the resource Agreement to drop Strode case Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Logan, Stephen T. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1857-11-24 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Stephen T. Logan writes and signs a legal agreement to drop the Strode case. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. We have agreed to let Strode go each party having his own costs-but the judgment not being satisfied. Nov. 24, 1857 S T Logan Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/708d1d2e4538f4848325bfca49b89fdf.pdf ea5ed6cdf744ee7b936f6f0bfd82703e Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Springfield, Jany 29. 1858 John Olney, Esq My dear Sir: I have had your case under consideration for two days; and I really fear you can not maintain the suit. Doup has the legal title, and who but the State, can question it? If Galatin County has the right to question it by suit, can it do so without making the State a party? and how can you make the State a party? The case, depending upon new and peculiar statutes, I can not give an opinion with [greater?] confidence. It may be worth the trial, after all---I submitted the case to Logan, and his off-hand opinion is that you can not maintain it. Can you not make the question in [Ejectment?] as well as otherwise? Prove your title, and when they present theirs prove that it was obtained in [favor?] of the law. Sorry I can not write a more encouraging letter. I charge nothing for this. Yours very truly, A. Lincoln. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 1 p 25 x 21 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300019 T1858.01.29 239596 Title A name given to the resource Abraham Lincoln to John Olney Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lincoln, Abraham Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1858-01-29 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Lincoln's colleague John Olney asks him to evaluate the likelihood of a favorable result to a legal case Olney is considering. Olney, a partner in the law firm of Olney & McAtee in Shawneetown, Gallatin County, Illinois, is active in Republican Party politics, serving as a delegate to the state party convention in 1858. It is possible that the case under consideration is Daniel Doup vs. Ninian Primm and Samuel C. Gibson. Lincoln and Herndon previously served as Doup's attorneys regarding some Illinois real estate transactions. Doup died in the middle of the business in June 1857, leaving a wife and other heirs. At that time, Olney was drawn into some aspect of Doup's affairs. Lincoln declines to predict the final solution of the enterprise and indicates an appropriate fee for his opinion. Although Lincoln tells Olney that there is no fee for his advice, Lincoln ended up being paid partly in land in Gallatin County. Two years later, Olney runs as a Republican presidential elector, and on June 27, 1867, is selected to the bench of Illinois's 19th circuit court. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Springfield, Jany 29. 1858 John Olney, Esq My dear Sir: I have had your case under consideration for two days; and I really fear you can not maintain the suit. Doup has the legal title, and who but the State, can question it? If Galatin County has the right to question it by suit, can it do so without making the State a party? and how can you make the State a party? The case, depending upon new and peculiar statutes, I can not give an opinion with [greater?] confidence. It may be worth the trial, after all---I submitted the case to Logan, and his off-hand opinion is that you can not maintain it. Can you not make the question in [Ejectment?] as well as otherwise? Prove your title, and when they present theirs prove that it was obtained in [favor?] of the law. Sorry I can not write a more encouraging letter. I charge nothing for this. Yours very truly, A. Lincoln. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/4da25b55ddf764f215417262593ff082.pdf 93bbb9c44e903c6f4cd55876b412bec1 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Cincinnati Feb 14th/58 Dear Father & Brothers Nicholson letter came to hand on Friday morning during rehearsal. It is the first we have received from home Since our arrival here - Business has improved considerably during my first week but not enough for me to be greatly interested - We hope to do much better next week -- Lizzy played for the Benefit on Friday night and was finely received and warmly applauded I was taken with a [illegible] Hoarseness on Saturday last night, and am but little better today - I hope I shall not suffer with it tomorrow night in "Outahlauchet," They bring out "Putnam" at the other house. We shall have to work hard, and <hr /> rush on the novelties in order to compete with the tide of Success attending the Horse Prices at the other house - I will write and let you know the result - Have nothing now in particular to add - The weather is still mild, although we have had some few sharp days, - Yesterday we had some Snow but it all vanished before night - I am glad to hear of your good health at home -- Father must be careful about taking cold in this changeable Season Give our love to him and Mother and all at home -- Affectionately Joseph John Herbert called to see me to day - He enquired particularly after the Boys & the "Fusiliers" &c &c [vertically on page one] Show Sam Eaton the notices of "Adelchi" Let me know where to address him and I will write - Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 2 p 19 x 13 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300252 T1858.02.14-MISC Title A name given to the resource Joseph Proctor to unknown Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Proctor, Joseph Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1858-02-14 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Joseph Proctor writes to his father and brother speaking of different actors and advising his father to take care in the cold weather. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Cincinnati Feb 14th/58 Dear Father & Brothers Nicholson letter came to hand on Friday morning during rehearsal. It is the first we have received from home Since our arrival here - Business has improved considerably during my first week but not enough for me to be greatly interested - We hope to do much better next week -- Lizzy played for the Benefit on Friday night and was finely received and warmly applauded I was taken with a [illegible] Hoarseness on Saturday last night, and am but little better today - I hope I shall not suffer with it tomorrow night in "Outahlauchet," They bring out "Putnam" at the other house. We shall have to work hard, and <hr /> rush on the novelties in order to compete with the tide of Success attending the Horse Prices at the other house - I will write and let you know the result - Have nothing now in particular to add - The weather is still mild, although we have had some few sharp days, - Yesterday we had some Snow but it all vanished before night - I am glad to hear of your good health at home -- Father must be careful about taking cold in this changeable Season Give our love to him and Mother and all at home -- Affectionately Joseph John Herbert called to see me to day - He enquired particularly after the Boys & the "Fusiliers" &c &c [vertically on page one] Show Sam Eaton the notices of "Adelchi" Let me know where to address him and I will write - Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/def424557e72e914cbec40a446e77cdd.pdf 3bca13ce18b0e760dc0088ee41d59551 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. St Louis March 14th/58 My dear Father & Brothers I am very busy with Lizzy packing up for a start towards Chicago, and therefore have but a few moments to spare. You will perceive by the enclosed that my last night was honored by a complimentary. I received a Telegraph from Crisp yesterday wishing me to open in Memphis on the 12th of April. Answered that I could not decide till I reached Chicago and received my letters from other places. I think it will be too late in the season for me to go there, and furthermore I have a prospect of playing <hr /> in Philadelphia in June and must try to get towards home for other summer and spring arrangements. Kimball wrote to me the other day saying that his time was so arranged that it would be uncertain for him to hold out inducement &c. I understand that the Howard is not doing a great business thus far. What is Thorne doing about the National? Write me all the news. By the way---tell John that the Music of Massaneillo is very imperfect---so much so that we could not do the piece. The Leader here who is a <hr /> fine musician, says the parts are many of them unfinished, and some parts lacking entirely. There is no vocal score &c &c. Only 9 parts in all were sent. Ask John to see about it and ascertain the facts. I can do nothing with the play till the deficiency is made right. Write soon. In [haste?] Affectionately Joseph Love from both Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 3 p 20 x 13 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300253 T1858.03.14-MISC Title A name given to the resource Joseph Proctor to unknown Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Proctor, Joseph Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1858-03-14 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Joseph Proctor writes to his father and brother about heading to Chicago, and trying to decide if he wants to open in Memphis in April. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. St Louis March 14th/58 My dear Father & Brothers I am very busy with Lizzy packing up for a start towards Chicago, and therefore have but a few moments to spare. You will perceive by the enclosed that my last night was honored by a complimentary. I received a Telegraph from Crisp yesterday wishing me to open in Memphis on the 12th of April. Answered that I could not decide till I reached Chicago and received my letters from other places. I think it will be too late in the season for me to go there, and furthermore I have a prospect of playing <hr /> in Philadelphia in June and must try to get towards home for other summer and spring arrangements. Kimball wrote to me the other day saying that his time was so arranged that it would be uncertain for him to hold out inducement &c. I understand that the Howard is not doing a great business thus far. What is Thorne doing about the National? Write me all the news. By the way---tell John that the Music of Massaneillo is very imperfect---so much so that we could not do the piece. The Leader here who is a <hr /> fine musician, says the parts are many of them unfinished, and some parts lacking entirely. There is no vocal score &c &c. Only 9 parts in all were sent. Ask John to see about it and ascertain the facts. I can do nothing with the play till the deficiency is made right. Write soon. In [haste?] Affectionately Joseph Love from both Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/760d65963fd3b9b7b592bea39a4fca15.pdf 5b892b6b16c8eec3c964cfb8275bc1f9 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Chicago March 18th/58 Dear Father + Brothers I write you a few lines tonight before returning to rest. Your letter directed to this place I received with the enclosed offer for Manchester. I of course can say nothing definite at present about my vacant time but will play with them on my return if they will make it an object for me to do so. My first two nights here were very stormy – so much so that it was almost impossible for pedestrians to get through the mud and rain. Tonight the weather is good and the business improved. I received two Telegraphic dispatches during <hr /> performance. One from [Crisp?] stating that he had written, and would release me from my engagement with him if I desired. The other from Madison the capital of Wisconsin, wishing to engage me after I get through here. It is about 7 hours ride from this city and I have just written that I would come if they would give me a certainty to make it worth my while. Otherwise we shall start on the homeward route. We shall probably come via Baltimore, Phila + N. York so that I can make my arrangements in “propria persona” with the Manager of those cities. Boston must remain in “Status quo” until I arrive, unless you arrange for me at the Howard, Boston, or elsewhere. <hr /> We are glad to learn that you are all well at home, although Lizzy has just read to me from one of the papers an account of Mr Fays illness in Hancock, Vt. I trust that it is not a serious one. It gives us pleasure to hear of Father + Mothers enjoyment with their visitors at the Bird Cottage. We hope they will continue to do so. By the way Father, when you think it time to kill the pig, do so, as I suppose the pork will be better if cut up before the warm weather. I hope Tommy is improving. Tell him that we have just heard from [Tobaccostick?], and that his old friend Capt Saunders is dead. Let us hear from you soon Lizzy joins in love to all. I am Sleepy – Good night Joseph Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 3 p 21 x 26 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300254 T1858.03.18-MISC Title A name given to the resource Joseph Proctor to unknown Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Proctor, Joseph Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1858-03-18 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Joseph Proctor writes to his father and brother stating that the weather was stormy his first two nights making it difficult for patrons to reach the theater. Proctor speaks of canceling and accepting engagements. He tells his father that it is fine to kill the pigs. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Chicago March 18th/58 Dear Father + Brothers I write you a few lines tonight before returning to rest. Your letter directed to this place I received with the enclosed offer for Manchester. I of course can say nothing definite at present about my vacant time but will play with them on my return if they will make it an object for me to do so. My first two nights here were very stormy – so much so that it was almost impossible for pedestrians to get through the mud and rain. Tonight the weather is good and the business improved. I received two Telegraphic dispatches during <hr /> performance. One from [Crisp?] stating that he had written, and would release me from my engagement with him if I desired. The other from Madison the capital of Wisconsin, wishing to engage me after I get through here. It is about 7 hours ride from this city and I have just written that I would come if they would give me a certainty to make it worth my while. Otherwise we shall start on the homeward route. We shall probably come via Baltimore, Phila + N. York so that I can make my arrangements in “propria persona” with the Manager of those cities. Boston must remain in “Status quo” until I arrive, unless you arrange for me at the Howard, Boston, or elsewhere. <hr /> We are glad to learn that you are all well at home, although Lizzy has just read to me from one of the papers an account of Mr Fays illness in Hancock, Vt. I trust that it is not a serious one. It gives us pleasure to hear of Father + Mothers enjoyment with their visitors at the Bird Cottage. We hope they will continue to do so. By the way Father, when you think it time to kill the pig, do so, as I suppose the pork will be better if cut up before the warm weather. I hope Tommy is improving. Tell him that we have just heard from [Tobaccostick?], and that his old friend Capt Saunders is dead. Let us hear from you soon Lizzy joins in love to all. I am Sleepy – Good night Joseph Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/bea0407937ed4d3faac82bbff6230350.pdf 4ff6572ff191f4c56e4f1a3fc0d4a244 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. April 1857 Received from John T Stuart one of the Executors of the Estate of Robert Stuart Snr deceased Six hundred & thirty one 46/100 in full of my interest in the Estate of said Stuart deceased -- in which amt is included my part of the cost & expenses of a monument erected upon the grave of said Robert Stuart in the city of Lexington Kentucky <pre> Robert Stuart </pre> Received from John T Stuart five Hundred Dollars which sum was directed to be paid to me by my father Robert Stuart in his lifetime April 1858 Robert Stuart <pre> I wrote to you a few days ago -- </pre> Mr & Mrs Woodson are with me and appear much satisfied & pleased -- we are all well write to me <pre> Yours [&?] Robert Stuart </pre> <hr /> Robert Stuart Receipts Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 2 p 25 x 20 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300256 T1858.04-MISC Title A name given to the resource Receipts by Robert Stuart to John T. Stuart Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Stuart, Robert Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1858-04 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Robert Stuart makes out two receipts to John T. Stuart; one for $631.46 and another for $500. 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April 1857 Received from John T Stuart one of the Executors of the Estate of Robert Stuart Snr deceased Six hundred & thirty one 46/100 in full of my interest in the Estate of said Stuart deceased -- in which amt is included my part of the cost & expenses of a monument erected upon the grave of said Robert Stuart in the city of Lexington Kentucky <pre> Robert Stuart </pre> Received from John T Stuart five Hundred Dollars which sum was directed to be paid to me by my father Robert Stuart in his lifetime April 1858 Robert Stuart <pre> I wrote to you a few days ago -- </pre> Mr & Mrs Woodson are with me and appear much satisfied & pleased -- we are all well write to me <pre> Yours [&?] Robert Stuart </pre> <hr /> Robert Stuart Receipts Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/1ef126a7b192631bbdeba991687b37f3.pdf 94a19560fdd7adbe727343053ff9a140 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Madison, Wisconsin: April 12th/58 Dear Father + Brothers Your letter was forwarded to this city from Chicago and gave us much pleasure. We conclude our 2nd week here-tonight-as per enclosed Bill, and start tomorrow towards the last where we hope to arrive in the course of a week or ten days, as we intend stopping a day in Baltimore, Phila + New York on our way through. The time therefore will be so short that I will defer writing further until I can inform you of the exact day that you may expect us. I merely send this to let you know that we are coming. Love to all from Lizzy and Joseph. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 1 p 20 x 14 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300255 T1858.04.12-MISC Title A name given to the resource Joseph Proctor to unknown Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Proctor, Joseph Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1858-04-12 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Joseph Proctor writes to his father and brother telling them that their last letter was forwarded him from Chicago. He sends them a play bill from his current play and lets them know that he will be stopping in Baltimore, Philadelphia and New York on the way home. He sends love from Lizzie and himself. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Madison, Wisconsin: April 12th/58 Dear Father + Brothers Your letter was forwarded to this city from Chicago and gave us much pleasure. We conclude our 2nd week here-tonight-as per enclosed Bill, and start tomorrow towards the last where we hope to arrive in the course of a week or ten days, as we intend stopping a day in Baltimore, Phila + New York on our way through. The time therefore will be so short that I will defer writing further until I can inform you of the exact day that you may expect us. I merely send this to let you know that we are coming. Love to all from Lizzy and Joseph. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/ea056b939078e9cd01f14aaab35783ac.pdf 23caca6e41afe5efa962874ba49619d1 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. by John Ford of Ford's Theatre J. B. Wright Esq My dear Sir Your letter received My season will be at least nine and probably eleven months I would much prefer your naming the salary with one-a third clear Benefit. I will play quite a number of stars but desire to produce two or three spectacles I feel assured the position will be very pleasant and agreeable to you and one that you will willingly retain for a number of years I cannot however give any large salaries and <hr /> my theatre though very popular is quite small and my seasons generally commence where the previous one ended Write at your earliest convenience stating times and I will promptly reply Truly yours Jno T. Ford Balto May 9th/58 If you should see our friend E. L. Davenport ask him if he can act a week in Richmond for me commencing May 24th or 31st Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 2 p 17 x 12 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300257 T1858.05.09-MISC Title A name given to the resource John T. Ford to John Wright Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Ford, John T. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1858-05-19 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource John T. Ford writes to John Wright regarding a position in his Baltimore theater. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. by John Ford of Ford's Theatre J. B. Wright Esq My dear Sir Your letter received My season will be at least nine and probably eleven months I would much prefer your naming the salary with one-a third clear Benefit. I will play quite a number of stars but desire to produce two or three spectacles I feel assured the position will be very pleasant and agreeable to you and one that you will willingly retain for a number of years I cannot however give any large salaries and <hr /> my theatre though very popular is quite small and my seasons generally commence where the previous one ended Write at your earliest convenience stating times and I will promptly reply Truly yours Jno T. Ford Balto May 9th/58 If you should see our friend E. L. Davenport ask him if he can act a week in Richmond for me commencing May 24th or 31st Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/af7b80f660381d276a73d5b70457d5be.pdf 26aff901a6eab93324145c87c8013794 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. 7 High Str Octr 2nd 1858 My dear June I hope this will find you in good health. I think its 3 mails that I have missed writing to you. & I am afraid Edwin has done the same. When the [last?] mail left he was just leaving Washington - & when he came to Baltimore it was too late & I was almost too late this time, for I only came from the Country to day, and am dreadful tired - Rosalie & I went up on tuesday - to move all our things out - for I have Rented the House & Farm for seven years - at [125?] dollars a year its little enough - but I think it <hr /> better than having the House shut up - and the Men who have taken it promise to improve the place. & they pay the Taxes also, it is a perfect Wilderness Now, the Negroes have been there a year - & have paid me nothing yet. Edwin is playing now in Richmond I found a letter awaiting my return - & he says his first night - last Monday - was very good - and he thinks he will do a fine business - John is in Richmond too & Edwin thinks he will get along first rate - he plays some very good parts - he played Richmond in Baltimore <hr /> to Edwins Richard - & he acted very well - & looked well & his Voice is so like Edwins you could scarcly tell them apart - [Dave Anderson?] stayed 3 week with Edwin part of the time they went up to the Farm - then he Returned to New York - I did hear he was going back to California - I believe he is sorry he left there - When he first came he talked of going to England - but I think he has given up that Notion. I hope dear little Mary is got quite well, give our loves to her & lots of Kisses I should like to <hr /> see her very much - but I suppose you never intend to come here again - God bless you my dear Boy. I wish you were nearer to me so I could see you sometimes - Joseph has a Situation as assistant Treasurer in Baltimore, at the [Dobleday?] St he receives 4 dollars a week, it just about keeps him in [cigars?], John [got 11?] - I hope you will write by return, for I am always anxious to hear from you. You must Excuse the Shortness of this, as I am [hardly?] got over my journey, God in Heaven Bless & guard you my dear Boy, is the Constant prayer of Yr [in margin:] Mother M A Booth Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 4 p 18 x 12 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300258 T1858.10.02-MISC Title A name given to the resource Mary Ann Booth to Junius Brutus Booth, Jr. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Booth, Mary Ann Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1858-10-02 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource Mary Ann Booth writes to Junius Brutus Booth, Jr., discussing the news of Edwin and John Wilkes, who are appearing in Richmond and of her son, Joseph, who works in a local theater. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. 7 High Str Octr 2nd 1858 My dear June I hope this will find you in good health. I think its 3 mails that I have missed writing to you. & I am afraid Edwin has done the same. When the [last?] mail left he was just leaving Washington - & when he came to Baltimore it was too late & I was almost too late this time, for I only came from the Country to day, and am dreadful tired - Rosalie & I went up on tuesday - to move all our things out - for I have Rented the House & Farm for seven years - at [125?] dollars a year its little enough - but I think it <hr /> better than having the House shut up - and the Men who have taken it promise to improve the place. & they pay the Taxes also, it is a perfect Wilderness Now, the Negroes have been there a year - & have paid me nothing yet. Edwin is playing now in Richmond I found a letter awaiting my return - & he says his first night - last Monday - was very good - and he thinks he will do a fine business - John is in Richmond too & Edwin thinks he will get along first rate - he plays some very good parts - he played Richmond in Baltimore <hr /> to Edwins Richard - & he acted very well - & looked well & his Voice is so like Edwins you could scarcly tell them apart - [Dave Anderson?] stayed 3 week with Edwin part of the time they went up to the Farm - then he Returned to New York - I did hear he was going back to California - I believe he is sorry he left there - When he first came he talked of going to England - but I think he has given up that Notion. I hope dear little Mary is got quite well, give our loves to her & lots of Kisses I should like to <hr /> see her very much - but I suppose you never intend to come here again - God bless you my dear Boy. I wish you were nearer to me so I could see you sometimes - Joseph has a Situation as assistant Treasurer in Baltimore, at the [Dobleday?] St he receives 4 dollars a week, it just about keeps him in [cigars?], John [got 11?] - I hope you will write by return, for I am always anxious to hear from you. You must Excuse the Shortness of this, as I am [hardly?] got over my journey, God in Heaven Bless & guard you my dear Boy, is the Constant prayer of Yr [in margin:] Mother M A Booth Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/f1b6b9d8c28f90a15fd7623a59cf2e50.pdf e40d542d64cd240289e523c2f2997e52 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Auburn Nov. 15, 1858 My dear Sir, I have no lease for my new home in Washington. One quarters rent is due to day. I have forgotten the Christian name of Major Clark of the U. S. Army my landlord - Please pay it for me and send me his receipt - and so oblige Faithfuly yours William H Seward B. B. French Esq. Maj M. M. Clark U.S.A. [Balt??] B. B. French Esq. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data paper and ink 1 p 20 x 13 cm Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 300259 T1858.11.15-MISC Title A name given to the resource William H. Seward to Benjamin B. French Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seward, William H. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1858-11-15 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Description An account of the resource William H. Seward asks B.B. French to pay a debt for him and send him a receipt. The letter is has an embossed stationer's mark in upper left corner. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Auburn Nov. 15, 1858 My dear Sir, I have no lease for my new home in Washington. One quarters rent is due to day. I have forgotten the Christian name of Major Clark of the U. S. Army my landlord - Please pay it for me and send me his receipt - and so oblige Faithfuly yours William H Seward B. B. French Esq. Maj M. M. Clark U.S.A. [Balt??] B. B. French Esq. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20