Box 2
Container
Contains 311 Results:
Letter signed Mary M. Darby to John F. Darby. Asks her husband to be so good as to send her the money to pay Mary Brazeau., 1836 Nov 3
Item — Box: 2, Folder: 5
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:
1836 Nov 3
Letter signed Wm. Beaumont [William Beaumont] to J.F. Darby [John F. Darby], Mayor of St. Louis. Recommends an utter stranger who is very sick for admittance to the Charity Hospital., 1836 Nov 12
Item — Box: 2, Folder: 5
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:
1836 Nov 12
Letter signed P.J. Verhaegen, St. Louis University, to J. Darby [John F. Darby], Mayor of St. Louis. Recommends the bearer, Mr. Patrick Lynch, for the place of night watchman., 1836 Nov 16
Item — Box: 2, Folder: 5
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:
1836 Nov 16
Letter signed Wm. Carr Lane [William Carr Lane], St. Louis, to John F. Darby, Mayor of St. Louis. States that a judgment at the suit of the city has been received for $8.33 penalty and costs, which he thinks is against the principles of law and justice. The occasion for the foregoing was the arrest of a female servant who was on the street at night without a pass. Persons mentioned include Mr. Justin Cassilly., 1836 Nov 18
Item — Box: 2, Folder: 5
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:
1836 Nov 18
Letter signed G.K. McGunnegle, City of Jefferson, to John F. Darby, Saint Louis, Mo. Concerning the Bank Charter, a copy of which was sent to Darby and which will be taken up in the House on next Tuesday. Writes of Thomas’ opposition to what every other delegate considers as essential to a good and safe bank., 1836 Nov 21
Item — Box: 2, Folder: 5
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:
1836 Nov 21
Letter signed Henry Davis, Lynchburg, to John F. Darby. Thanks Darby for the favor shown to his son, Alexander, in helping him get a situation. Wonders whether his son will need any money or have sense enough to buy warmer clothes for the colder climate he is now in. Thinks it best not to mention his correspondence with Darby to his son. Places mentioned include Galena., 1836 Nov 27
Item — Box: 2, Folder: 5
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:
1836 Nov 27
Letter signed Elizabeth Lewis, Independence, to John F. Darby, St. Louis, Mo. Concerning family matters. Elizabeth is dissatisfied with her lot and wishes to move somewhere else, but they have not money enough. Mentions that Levina complains that he neglects his poor kin. Persons mentioned include Mr. Lewis, Hiram, Samuel Lewis, and Philander. Persons mentioned include St. Louis County and Manchester., 1836 Dec 3
Item — Box: 2, Folder: 5
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:
1836 Dec 3
Letter signed G.K. McGunnegle, House of Reps., to J.F. Darby [John F. Darby], Saint Louis. Concerning bank legislation. States that they defeated the proposition to amend the bill by inserting 3/5 as the proportion of stock to be owned by the state. They will defeat the sinking fund section and carry an additional section making it incumbent on the Directory to sell the stock over 1/2 that the state may have to subscribe in the event of individuals failing to take it whenever it will bring a price of 5%. Mentions some names for the probable directors, and states that he got the bill to divorce the Sheriff and Collector’s offices through both houses. Jamison has done himself great credit. Persons mentioned include Jones, Edward Walsh, Rayburn, O’Neil, T.J. Stewart, Marine Ins. Co. [Marine Insurance Company], Bowlin, and Thomas., 1836 Dec 10
Item — Box: 2, Folder: 5
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:
1836 Dec 10
Letter signed Charles Collins to John F. Darby. Asks to have his fines for not attending the meetings of the Board of Health remitted., 1836 Dec 14
Item — Box: 2, Folder: 5
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:
1836 Dec 14
Letter signed H. Lane to Dear Sir. States that his servant Randolph is desirous of giving an entertainment to his friends. He has permission provided he can obtain the recipient’s., 1836 Dec 19
Item — Box: 2, Folder: 5
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:
1836 Dec 19