Box 7A
Contains 226 Results:
W. H. McGuire to Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-04
This letter was written by W. H. McGuire from Washington, DC on March 4, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In her letter, McGuire relays to Lee her thanks for his assistance and relaying of the news of her husband's death.
J. Emanuel to Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-07
This letter was written by J. Emanuel on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Emanuel expresses interest in sending his son to Washington College and requests information on admission.
George M. Branner to Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-07
This letter was written by George Michael Branner from Knoxville, Tennessee on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Branner writes the letter as an introduction to his son Hardy Bryan Branner and his friend Rudolph Bryan. He vouches for their character, and explains that all funds for their education are accommodated.
E. C. Middleton to Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-07
This letter was written by E. C. Middleton from Washington, DC on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Middleton introduces his agent, E. F. Lutz of Baltimore. Middleton then explains that his previous request of an oil painting of Lee had been rejected due to a lack of one existing. Middleton explains that Lutz will take notes of Lee's complexion and then, using a recent photograph by Mathew Brady, create an oil painting which he wishes Lee to sign.
J. W. Lapsley to Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-07
This letter was written by John W. Lapsley from Shelby County, Alabama on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. He writes to Lee introducing his son, John B. Lapsley who is attending Washington College. He goes into deep detail about his son's mannerisms and behavior, expressing hope that Lee's leadership will help to mold him appropriately.
J. Speer Howarth to Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-06
This letter was written by J. Speer Howarth from Delaware County, Pennsylvania on March 6, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Howarth requests information on Washington College pertaining to its student population and the general atmosphere of the college.
Benjamin B. Stith to Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-07
This letter was written by Benjamin B. Stith from Bewleyville, Kentucky on March 7, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Stith writes that he wishes to send his son to a military academy, believing Lee to be the president of VMI. He asks Lee to send him information and his favor in accepting his son into the school.
Thomas H. Ellis to Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-06
Thomas E. McNeill to Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-08
This letter was written by Thomas E. McNeill from Lynchburg, Virginia on March 8, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. McNeill writes to share with Lee the mission of the newly-formed Virginia Mining and Manufacturing Bureau. He asks Lee for his support and includes an attached circular pertaining to the organization.
W. W. Early to Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-09
This letter was written by William W. Early from Hyattsville, Maryland on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Early requests from Lee a catalogue of classes for Washington College.
N. S. Ray to Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-09
This letter was written by N. S. Ray from Lebanon, Kentucky on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Ray asks in the letter for a catalogue of studies, as well as general information for Washington College. Ray explains that his son wishes to transfer from Centre College in Kentucky to Washington College.
William Hunter to Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-09
This letter was written by William Hunter from Savannah, Georgia on March 9, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Hunter writes to Lee informing him that his three sons wish to attend Washington College. He describes the natures of his sons as well as their academic potential.
John Brown Baldwin to Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-10
Mansfield Lovell to Robert E. Lee, 1866-05-13
Robert Lewis Dabney to Robert E. Lee, 1866-05-14
This letter by Robert Lewis Dabney is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Dabney writes that an advertisement of his Stonewall Jackson biography gives credit of Lee's review and revisions to the publisher instead. He explains to Lee that the publisher decided to do this, not him.
Lizzie C. Hull to Robert E. Lee, 1866-05-14
This letter by Lizzie C. Hull is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She acknowledges that her son cannot attend Washington College and offers her well wishes to the Lee.
Jeannette Ritchie Hadermann Walworth to Robert E. Lee, 1866-05-14
This letter by Jeannette Ritchie Hadermann Walworth is addressed to Robert E. Lee. She requests a lock of Lee's hair for her nephew who is also named Lee in honor of him.
Jubal Anderson Early to Robert E. Lee, 1866-05-15
Jubal Early recounts his participation in battles of the American Civil War and describes his experience living in Mexico since the Confederate surrender and his planned move to Canada.
The original envelope is included with this letter.
Aaron Howell Pierson Sr. to Robert E. Lee, 1866-05-15
This letter by Aaron Howell Pierson Sr. is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Pierson wishes to send his son to Washington College but does not know the requirements. Pierson worries that because of his son's service in the American Civil War, he may be too far behind his studies to attend.
James Dabney McCabe to Robert E. Lee, 1866-05-15
This letter by James Dabney McCabe is addressed to Robert E. Lee. McCabe asks permission to write about Lee's actions during the American Civil War. He includes that as an ex-cadet of Virginia Military Institue, he published "A Life of Lieut. Gen. T. J. Jackson" during the war.
R. Thompson to Robert E. Lee, 1866-05-15
This letter by R. Thompson is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Thompson offers to publish a British edition of Lee's planned book on the American Civil War. Lee never wrote the book.
Sam Beach Jones to Robert E. Lee, 1866-05-15
This letter by the Reverend Samuel Beach Jones is addressed to Robert E. Lee. In the letter, Jones mentions locating artwork and possibly a book possibly removed Arlington House during the war. The book he mentions was inscribed to Charles A. Atkinson. Jones offers to fund raise for Washington College.
John Speck LeFevre to Robert E. Lee, 1866-05-16
This letter by John Speck LaFever is addressed to Robert E. Lee. LaFever asks for information to attend Washington College.
Dr. Wesley Emmett Gatwood to Robert E. Lee, 1866-05-17
This letter by Dr. Wesley Emmett Gatewood is addressed to Robert E. Lee. Gatewood would like information on attending Washington College and a piece of clothing Lee wore during the American Civil War.
Augustus Machim Garber to Robert E. Lee, 1866-05-17
This letter by Augustus Machim Garber is addressed to Robert E. Lee. He writes that he has sent catalogues of Washington College to his uncle. However, his uncle would like information on fees and payment to the school. Garber also mentions sculptor William Rudolph O'Donovan and shares that the scultpor, with approval from Lee, will continue workingon a bust of Stonwall Jackson.
Originally included with this letter was a photograph of O'Donovan's bust of Stonewall Jackson.