Box 1
Container
Contains 232 Results:
Letter signed Jno. M. Bass [John M. Bass], Nashville, to John F. Darby, St. Louis, Mo. Regarding the death of P.H. Darby. Gives congratulations that John F. Darby is not included in the will, which would not have been profitable as the estate was heavily encumbered with debts. Regarding his plans for remaining in Nashville where his father left many friends and where his wife also has influential friends and relatives. Also regarding the claim of Mr. Paul Negrin on account of lottery tickets sold to him by Brooks. Persons mentioned include Miss Corda; Brooks Keemle; P. Chouteau, Jr.; McKinney; Thos. Farrell [Thomas Farrell]; M. Girk; Mr. Clemens; and Gordon & Wells. Places mentioned include Kentucky and Smithland., 1830 Jan 31
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 11
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection consists largely of the papers of John F. Darby and his wife Mary F. Darby, and relates mostly to the political, social, and business history of St. Louis. The papers also include family correspondence with relatives in North Carolina, Kentucky, and Missouri, and correspondence regarding legal and business matters. Of special note are the minute books of the Jefferson Society and the St. Louis Debating Club (1827-1828), both regional debating societies of which Darby was a...
Dates:
1830 Jan 31
Note signed Edw. Bates [Edward Bates], chairman, and John F. Darby, secretary, stating that members of the St. Louis Bar deeply regret the untimely death of their respected brother, Isaac McGirk. As a testimonial of respect, they will wear crape on the left arm for one month., 1830 [Feb?]
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 11
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection consists largely of the papers of John F. Darby and his wife Mary F. Darby, and relates mostly to the political, social, and business history of St. Louis. The papers also include family correspondence with relatives in North Carolina, Kentucky, and Missouri, and correspondence regarding legal and business matters. Of special note are the minute books of the Jefferson Society and the St. Louis Debating Club (1827-1828), both regional debating societies of which Darby was a...
Dates:
1830 [Feb?]
Letter signed J. Swigert, Frankfort, to John F. Darby, St. Louis, Mo. Concerning John Darby’s claim against Darby’s estate. The writer suggests that the representative of the estate be notified immediately so the claim will be given a chance among the other debts. States that they are all frozen up, with no boats or fun except for a little sleighing. Persons mentioned include Chapman, Mr. Brown, Jones, Mrs. Todd, Miss Harris, and Mr. Breathill. Places mentioned include Bradenburgh, Madison, and Hopkinsville., 1830 Feb 7
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 11
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection consists largely of the papers of John F. Darby and his wife Mary F. Darby, and relates mostly to the political, social, and business history of St. Louis. The papers also include family correspondence with relatives in North Carolina, Kentucky, and Missouri, and correspondence regarding legal and business matters. Of special note are the minute books of the Jefferson Society and the St. Louis Debating Club (1827-1828), both regional debating societies of which Darby was a...
Dates:
1830 Feb 7
Letter signed Justus Post, Bonhomme, to John F. Darby, St. Louis, Mo. Concerning the suit on Caulk’s claim, the proceedings of which Mr. [Edward] Bates has said can be suspended if the debt is secured. In order to do this the writer has put in Mr. Bates’ hands the deed of Reuben Smith for 6,000 arpens of the lead mine lands. Persons mentioned include Richard Caulk, Augustus, and Lieut. Thomas. Places mentioned include Ashley lots., 1830 Mar 1
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 11
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection consists largely of the papers of John F. Darby and his wife Mary F. Darby, and relates mostly to the political, social, and business history of St. Louis. The papers also include family correspondence with relatives in North Carolina, Kentucky, and Missouri, and correspondence regarding legal and business matters. Of special note are the minute books of the Jefferson Society and the St. Louis Debating Club (1827-1828), both regional debating societies of which Darby was a...
Dates:
1830 Mar 1
Letter signed J. Russell, Bluffdale, Green County, Ill., to John F. Darby, St. Louis, Mo. States that he thinks it advisable not to contend with Richardson over the amount of Rebecca Jamison’s bill. He is distressed that Dr. Houghan has been so long unpaid. He also rejoices over Darby’s success. Persons mentioned include Mrs. Lee, Dean Swift, and Mrs. R. Places mentioned include Bonhomme., 1830 Mar 10
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 11
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection consists largely of the papers of John F. Darby and his wife Mary F. Darby, and relates mostly to the political, social, and business history of St. Louis. The papers also include family correspondence with relatives in North Carolina, Kentucky, and Missouri, and correspondence regarding legal and business matters. Of special note are the minute books of the Jefferson Society and the St. Louis Debating Club (1827-1828), both regional debating societies of which Darby was a...
Dates:
1830 Mar 10
Letter signed J. Swigert, Frankfort, to John F. Darby, St. Louis, Missouri. Asks to be informed as soon as he (Darby) shall have gotten information as to the cost of the survey and he will forward it. States that Jones has not been there since the close of the session. Persons mentioned include Thatcher, Dana, and Barton., 1830 Apr 15
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 11
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection consists largely of the papers of John F. Darby and his wife Mary F. Darby, and relates mostly to the political, social, and business history of St. Louis. The papers also include family correspondence with relatives in North Carolina, Kentucky, and Missouri, and correspondence regarding legal and business matters. Of special note are the minute books of the Jefferson Society and the St. Louis Debating Club (1827-1828), both regional debating societies of which Darby was a...
Dates:
1830 Apr 15
Letter of Jno. M. Bass [John M. Bass], Nashville, to Jno. F. Darby [John F. Darby], St. Louis, Missouri. A general reply to a number of business communications which are hereby acknowledged. He does not want Rader sued without a certainty of making the money. Lawrence is dead and cannot be sued without letters of administration, which are expensive. Strother may be allowed to settle the claim against him for $75 and interest on that amount since the offer was made to take it in settlement. He wants Mrs. Hale turned out if she does not pay her rent. Also writes of the case of the soldiers vs. the university having been decided in favor of the former. Persons mentioned include Ledar, Paul Negrin, Brook, Shall, Mr. Allen, Lyle, Kenedy, Mr. Hunt, Judge Peck, White, Ceatron, Smith, J.T. Brown, Mr. Collinsworth, Mr. Thos. Washington [Thomas Washington], Mrs. B. [Bass], and William Bass. Places mentioned include Philadelphia, Memphis, Cumberland, and Washington City., 1830 May 14
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 11
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection consists largely of the papers of John F. Darby and his wife Mary F. Darby, and relates mostly to the political, social, and business history of St. Louis. The papers also include family correspondence with relatives in North Carolina, Kentucky, and Missouri, and correspondence regarding legal and business matters. Of special note are the minute books of the Jefferson Society and the St. Louis Debating Club (1827-1828), both regional debating societies of which Darby was a...
Dates:
1830 May 14
Letter signed A.W. Carr, Troy, Missouri, to John F. Darby, St. Louis, Mo. States that he would have answered the letter sent by Mr. Monroe sooner but no opportunity has presented itself. He has forwarded the note upon Todd to a magistrate at Clarksville for collection. He has made the necessary examination into the titles of the two tracts of land, and details what he has found out. Asks about the young ladies of the city. Persons mentioned include Mr. Monroe, Todd, Justus Post, Amos Wheeler, Pierre Chouteau, Return Strong, Francis Hostutter, Blanton, William O’Hara, Thomas Collet, James G. Soulard, Rufus Easton, Benjamin J. Seward, Mr. West, Russell, Mr. Hicks, and Lincoln County Court. Places mentioned include Clarksville, “Post Farm,” and Bowlinggreen., 1830 May 21
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 11
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection consists largely of the papers of John F. Darby and his wife Mary F. Darby, and relates mostly to the political, social, and business history of St. Louis. The papers also include family correspondence with relatives in North Carolina, Kentucky, and Missouri, and correspondence regarding legal and business matters. Of special note are the minute books of the Jefferson Society and the St. Louis Debating Club (1827-1828), both regional debating societies of which Darby was a...
Dates:
1830 May 21
Letter signed Justus Post, Bonhomme, to John F. Darby, favor of Mr. Worthington, St. Louis. Wants to know if Ashley is ready to close the bargain in relation to the lots. Criticizes the courts and the way they carry out their decisions. Persons mentioned include Chesterfield, O’Hara, Mr. McAllister, Mr. George, and Price., 1830 July 20
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 11
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection consists largely of the papers of John F. Darby and his wife Mary F. Darby, and relates mostly to the political, social, and business history of St. Louis. The papers also include family correspondence with relatives in North Carolina, Kentucky, and Missouri, and correspondence regarding legal and business matters. Of special note are the minute books of the Jefferson Society and the St. Louis Debating Club (1827-1828), both regional debating societies of which Darby was a...
Dates:
1830 July 20
Letter signed M. Thomas [Martin Thomas] to Jno. F. Darby [John F. Darby]. States that he proposed to pay $50 for a set of blocks suitable for a pair of four and a half foot stones. Persons mentioned include Mr. Holloway., 1830 Sept 23
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 11
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection consists largely of the papers of John F. Darby and his wife Mary F. Darby, and relates mostly to the political, social, and business history of St. Louis. The papers also include family correspondence with relatives in North Carolina, Kentucky, and Missouri, and correspondence regarding legal and business matters. Of special note are the minute books of the Jefferson Society and the St. Louis Debating Club (1827-1828), both regional debating societies of which Darby was a...
Dates:
1830 Sept 23