Box 1
Container
Contains 232 Results:
Letter signed J. Spalding [Josiah Spalding], St. Louis, to John F. Darby, St. Louis, Mo., originally directed to Frankfort, Kentucky. Thanks Darby for his attention to Mrs. Spalding. States that the Circuit Court adjourned about six o’clock P.M. the day before yesterday. Also mentions a set-to between Waddle and Deaver when a blow and several shots were exchanged. Persons mentioned include Mr. Block., 1832 May 12
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
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:
1832 May 12
Letter signed Justus Post, America, to John F. Darby, St. Louis, Missouri. Encloses three promissory notes for $70.00 each drawn by Theodore and W.P. Hunt [Wilson P. Hunt] in favor of Wm. M. O’Hara [William M. O’Hara] and assigned to C.P. Zoeller, together with an order from S.G.J. DeCamp (Zoeller’s Administrator) on Cozen’s administrators for two other similar notes which were put in Cozen’s hands for collection [no enclosures included]. Post wants the matter settled without pomp. Persons mentioned include Walsh & Hall, Mr. Hapler, H. Gamble [Hamilton Gamble], and R. Smith. Places mentioned include Trinity, Washington, Europe, and Dubuque’s., 1832 June 5
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
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:
1832 June 5
Letter signed Jane McDaniel and Sally Price, Leasburg, N.C., to John F. Darby, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Ask Darby to come see them. His Aunt Sally is glad he is making money so fast, and thinks that he could afford to spend a little in visiting them. Persons mentioned include John and Mary Jane., 1832 June 29
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
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:
1832 June 29
Letter signed W.M. Darby, Darien, Henry County, Tennessee, to John F. Darby, St. Louis, Mo. Wants to know why he has not heard about the requisition contained in his previous letter to John F. Darby. States that his family are all well with the exception of his oldest son, who has broken his collar bone. The school business is no longer any account, but a small store could be made to flourish as the mail coach stops there every day. He would like Darby to assist him in getting started by purchasing about $400 worth of groceries in his own name. Persons mentioned include Socrates and Robert Enders. Places mentioned include Paris, Huntingdon, Texas, and Paducah., 1832 July 25
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
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:
1832 July 25
Letter signed Justus Post, America, to J.F. Darby [John F. Darby], St. Louis, Missouri. States that he wishes he had been with his friend while he was visiting in New York, as he could have introduced him to many acquaintances on the Board of Aldermen and in the insurance companies. Discusses some notes vs. W.P. Hunt [Wilson P. Hunt], which Mrs. Post [Eliza Post] was to take to Darby and which he wants to settle as the heirs are in Europe. Also wants a certificate of the legal existence of Sergeant Hall and P. Walsh as Justices of the Peace so that he may forward the document to Mr. Hapler. Hopes that the Washington County affair may come around in season to effect an arrangement and compromise as suggested in a former note. Persons mentioned include Zoeller. Places mentioned include Cincinnati and County of St. Louis., 1832 July 27
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
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:
1832 July 27
Letter signed J.J. Crittenden, Frankfort, to Jno. F. Darby [John F. Darby], St. Louis, Missouri. Regarding a note of Mr. B. Cozzens assigned to the writer whose circumstances forbid that he grant the indulgence of more time, although Mr. Jas. W. Denny [James W. Denny], who is also interested in the note, has done so. Places mentioned include Louisville and Indiana., 1832 Oct 4
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
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:
1832 Oct 4
Letter signed J. Swigert to John F. Darby, St. Louis, Mo. Regarding a note he wants withdrawn and sent to him. Discusses Kentucky having gone for Henry Clay by at least 5,000 by which she has redeemed herself, and if the Tyrant is to be again elevated she will be free of blame. Cholera has broken out and eighteen deaths have resulted, many of the dead being negroes. Persons mentioned include Mondernill[?], Samuel, Mrs. Southgate (Julia Sneed), Ed Dudley, Miss Talbot, Brodhorns, Cordy, and Dr. Peck. Places mentioned include Lancaster, Pennsylvania; Missouri; and Ohio., 1832 Nov 1
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
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:
1832 Nov 1
Letter signed J.J. Crittenden, Frankfort, to John F. Darby, St. Louis, Missouri. Thanks Darby for his intelligent and attentive care in looking after his (Crittenden’s) claim against Mr. Cozzens., 1832 Nov 30
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
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:
1832 Nov 30
Letter of introduction signed J. Russell [John Russell], Bluffdale, Green Co., Illinois, to John F. Darby, St. Louis, Mo., favor of Capt. Dennis of New-York. Introduces Captain Aaron C. Dennis, a rich merchant of New York, who is moving to Illinois where he has purchased a most valuable farm. Persons mentioned include Mrs. R., 1832 Dec 1
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
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:
1832 Dec 1
Letter signed Jane McDaniel, Leasburgh, Caswell County, N.C., to John F. Darby, St. Louis, State of Missouri. Regarding the death on December 9th of her son, John McDaniel, who died of an inflammation of the lungs. Writes that she is much disturbed in her mind and wants him to come see her very badly. Asks that he go by Polly Leigh’s to bring her with him. Persons mentioned include Sally., 1832 Dec 28
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
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:
1832 Dec 28