I Remain

More writes regarding her "little poem" and its publication along with the music Mr. Wesley has written to accompany it. She also requests a dozen copies of a work whose French translation is being undertaken in Paris. Hannah More was an English playwright and moralist whose pastoral dramas include _Percy_ (1777) and _Fatal Falsehood_ (1779). She also wrote about the fashionable world, women's education, and the abolition of the slave trade.

The letter bears Ruth's signature and is typed on his personalized letterhead.

Ruth declines an invitation to attend a banquet, citing other commitments. One of the legends of baseball, Ruth was an outfielder who held over 50 records at the time of his retirement, and was an original member of the Hall of Fame (1936). Ruth played for the Boston Red Sox (1915-19), the New York Yankees (1920-35), and the Boston Braves (1935). He hit 60 home runs in 1927 and 714 in his career.

The letter is typed on official White House letterhead.

Kennedy sends Walter the pen used to sign the House Resolution 4374 making Churchill an honorary citizen. Calling the Act a "direct result" of Walter's involvement, Kennedy regrets that illness kept Walter from attending the ceremony and hopes that he will soon recover his health. At the time this Act was signed, Churchill had successfully led the British as prime minister to victory as part of the Allied forces of World War II for which he was honored by 37 orders, decorations, and medals as well as honorary degrees and the Nobel prize for literature in 1953.

Kaiser Wilhelm's manuscript declaring war on the French territories in Prussia (in both French and German) has been bound and presented to Adolf Hitler by Rudolf Hess "for Christmas 1938 in which year he twice crossed the Border in order to bring back German territory to the Reich." Hess was a longtime follower of Hitler, taking dictation of his _Mein Kampf_ ("My Struggle") while they were both in prison after an unsuccessful 1923 coup against the German government in Bavaria.

Simms writes to address a misunderstanding that has arisen between him and his publisher regarding his contributions of serial fiction. He expresses that he "very much regret[s] that there should be any difference between us" in this matter, and reviews the initial agreement in which he was to be paid $50 weekly for material covering 4 to 5 columns. Simms goes on to detail his grievances against the journal and closes by requesting a remittance of $100 to settle the accounts between them.

Lyman records that on July 9, 1777 there was an alarm raised in Hatfield by General Schuyler's letter calling up the militia to combat the enemy in the North. Lyman apparently accompanied the expedition, and includes notes on scouting expeditions, prisoner exchanges, and preaching on the Lord's day. He also lists accounts of attacks by Indians on settlers and military personnel (July 24, 28 and August 8).

See also Polk's official White House biography (http://www.whitehouse.gov/history/presidents/jp11.html) and research collections of his papers (http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=P000409).

Polk writes to his Secretary of War to recommend the bearer of the note to him for the post of surgeon to one of the units of Baltimore troops. Polk states that the physician has "high claims on account of his eminent qualifications." This letter was written during Polk's term as eleventh President of the United States (1844-1849); before assuming the duties of this office, Polk served ten terms in Congress, two as the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and he also became Governor of Tennessee (1839-1841).

The recto of the letter bears a raised seal for "Delarus & Co London."

Prescott asks, "When did I ever forget a friend-- especially when it was to do myself a good turn" and states that he will be with Wainwright on Monday. He says that he has much to share when they meet in the great "Yorker metropolis" where he will stay until Wednesday. Prescott was a historian who specialized in Spain and Latin America; he wrote about the reign of Ferdinand and Isabella as well as an account of the conquest of Peru and Mexico.

The letter is typed on Pearson's personal letterhead.

Pearson writes to Walter to say he "got a big kick about the editorial written by our friend in the _Easton Express_ . Obviously he is not enthusiastic over me." He adds an aphorism about the positive power of publicity, and tells Walter he has been in Europe but will come by "to bother you" soon. Pearson wrote about corruption on Capitol Hill, and also co-authored books on the politics of the Supreme Court and Congress.

The letter is typed on John J. Pershing's personal letterhead.

Pershing replies to Richards' request that he deliver the Commencement Address at Lehigh University on June 9. Pershing declines the invitation, citing his commitment to complete work on a manuscript; he expresses that he "regret[s] exceedingly that my engagements will deprive me of the pleasure of being with you on this occasion." The manuscript Pershing refers to may be _My experiences in the World War_ published in 1931 by Frederick A.

The recto side is decorated with elegant swirls and the image of a ship. The heading reads, "Virginia (James River Bank)." The verso side bears the words "Death to Counterfeit."

Nicholas' signature appears on this draft in 1773 for the sum of three pounds to be paid to the bearer by 1775. Nicholas signs himself as the Treasurer of the Colony and Dominions of Virginia. The recto also bears the signatures of witnesses (Taylor Randolph and John Blair). This draft was written during the period leading to the Revolutionary War.

A note on the verso states that Nelson was the Chief Justice of New York. The letter is addressed and postmarked from Cooperstown.

Nelson responds to Dana's request that he look into the case of Molehill Hillier [?] vs. O. Lent, and he states that he confirms the proceedings in that case. If further discussion is necessary, Nelson urges Dana to contact him later in April as he will not be in Albany until then and the papers are too voluminous to mail.

The letter is written on Union Transportation Line letterhead and is postmarked from Philadelphia with a note stating that it should be delivered immediately.

Nuttall sends a package to his fellow botanist John Torrey, making observations upon different species and telling Torrey he returns his manuscript as well, instructing him next time to send only one species of each American flower as Nuttall's herbarium is extensive enough to provide the flowers at hand for ready reference. Nuttall asks after "friend Gray" and discusses other mutual acquaintances in the field.

The letter is typed on official White House letterhead and O'Brien signs himself as Special Assistant to the President. See also Kennedy's official White House biography (http://www.whitehouse.gov/history/presidents/jk35.html) and research collections of his papers (http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=K000107).

O'Brien writes to Walter to express that "We were all very sorry to learn that you are in the hospital" and hopes that he will recover soon. Walter died in office in 1963. This letter was written during the period in which O'Brien served as Kennedy's Special Assistant; he also served as Postmaster General under Johnson and later worked as an investment banker in New York.

The letter is typed on Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Governor's Office letterhead with official seal. See also Pinchot's official Pennsylvania Governor's biography (http://www.phmc.state.pa.us/bah/dam/governors/pinchot.asp?secid=31).

Pinchot responds to Harmon to express his appreciation that Harmon approves of his policy of clean government.

See also Pierce's official White House biography (http://www.whitehouse.gov/history/presidents/fp14.html), and a guide to research collections of his papers (http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=P000333).

Pierce offers his "best wishes and sincere regard" to Sargent and trusts that he will let Pierce know upon reaching town if there is anything Pierce can do to further his purposes. The fourteenth President of the United States, Pierce served his term (1853-1857) amid the growing sectional dissension that would erupt into Civil War. Before his election, Pierce also served as a Representative and as a Senator for his home state of New Hampshire, and also fought in the Mexican War.

The letter is written on Pulteney Hotel, Bath letterhead.

Pinero relates that he sent a little play to Watson who feared it was too "temperamental" for the Haymarket, which Pinero supposes to mean that it is not "sufficiently sentimental." He has sent it on to Mr. Leon and Leslie Faber; Pinero promises to refer either of those gentlemen to Brown if he hears back from them. A successful playwright, Pinero's works include _The second Mrs. Tanqueray_ and _Trelawney of the "Wells": a comedietta in four acts_ . Curtis Brown was a journalist and a literary agent who published his reminiscences _Contacts_ in 1935.

The letter has been folded and a strip of tape has been applied vertically on the recto.

Petrie thanks the recipient for his letter and explains that he has caught a cold and came into town to see Doctor Hobson [?]; he informs the recipient that he will have to avoid speaking outdoors so as not to cause undue strain. Petrie also mentions that Machey will send in two volumes and circulars which he hopes to collect in addition to some slides at his hotel.

The letter is typed on Office of the Vice President letterhead with official seal. See also Nixon's official White House biography (http://www.whitehouse.gov/history/presidents/rn37.html) and research collections of his papers (http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=N000116). A handwritten note in pencil indicates that this letter is for "Filing."

Nixon writes to thank Walter for wiring regarding his father, stating that the last few weeks have been trying, especially for his mother who has been responsible for his father's care. He states that messages like Walter's have been a "great source of comfort and strength." This letter was written during the period in which Nixon served as Dwight Eisenhower's Vice President; prior to assuming these duties, Nixon had served as a Senator from California, and as a sailor in the Navy during World War II.

Whitman includes a parenthetical note below the title, "For Whittier's 80th birth-day, December 17, 1887." The poem contains an additional parenthetical aside not in the published version. See also a letter from Whitman in the collection as well as poetic manuscripts by Rossetti, Clare, and Dickinson.

As the Greek's signal flame by antique records told,<BR> (Tally of many a hard strain'd battle, struggle, year-triumphant only at the last) <BR> Rose from the hill-top like applause and glory, <BR> Welcoming in fame some special veteran, patriot, hero<BR> With rosy tinge reddening the land he'd served. <BR> So I aloft from Mannahatta's ship-fringed shore, <BR> Lift high a kindled brand for thee Old Poet.

The address is typed on White House letterhead with official seal. See additional letters in the collection from Nixon as well as his official White House biography (http://www.whitehouse.gov/history/presidents/rn37.html) and research collections of his papers (http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=N000116).

Nixon addresses graduates, identifying theirs as a generation that asks, "Why?" He characterizes students as centers of power and encourages them to shape their worlds and communities not only with the quality of their rhetoric, but also with the quality of their lives. Nixon cautions that "All power must be disciplined by trained intelligence and tempered by compassion." He closes with an allusion to "The Sound of Silence," a popular song by Simon and Garfunkel, and with a quote from William Faulkner.

Napier writes to his publisher Adam Black to request that part of Napier's commission as "Scholar of the Encylopaedia Britannica" be paid out in a sum of 541 pounds to Robert Allan (possibly Robert Allan, 1806-1863, a banker and mineralogist in the tradition of his father Thomas Allan). Napier, a Scottish lawyer and university professor, had edited a six-volume set of the Encyclopaedia in 1824 and was at work on a twenty-two-volume edition which would be published in 1842.

The letter is written on stationery with a mourning border.

Owen thanks Davies and Dr. Woodward for sending the Chelonian skull. He notes that the chief difference is the "lack of a back-wall to the orbits which freely communicate." He enumerates the characteristics that he has looked for in fossils sent from Sydney. The year this letter was written, Davies, a paleontologist, had just retired from his duties at the British Museum where he was responsible for the entire fossil vertebrate collection.

A typewritten verse has been fastened to a flyer by Miller detailing the history of Arbor Day in California; below the description and accompanying image, he has penned the lines which appear transcribed on the card in his own hand.

Miller relates the history of planting the Arbor Day Cross on Yerba Buena Island and then on the hills over Oakland, accomplished at the hands of schoolchildren through the collaboration of Governor Howard and the Division of Forestry.