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Box 2

 Container

Contains 311 Results:

Letter signed Louise Pratte, Perryville, to Gen. Rosemond [Pierre Rosemond Pratte], Jefferson City, Mo. Mostly family chatter. States that Emilie often asks “when will my dear father come see me?” Informs him of the death of his uncle. Asks him to send Mary and Mr. Darby [John F. Darby] her regards. (in French) [filed 1838 Dec], 1838 Dec 13

 Item — Box: 2, Folder: 8
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: 1838 Dec 13

Letter signed Louise Pratte, Perryville, to Gen. P.R. Pratte, Jefferson City, Mo. States in part, “Papa did not come yesterday and I’ve learned he might not be doing so well.” (in French) [filed 1838 Dec], 1838 Dec 14

 Item — Box: 2, Folder: 8
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: 1838 Dec 14

Letter signed Samuel Knop, St. Louis, to Hon. John F. Darby, Jefferson City, Missouri. Regarding a visit from the Street Commissioner. [filed 1838 Dec], 1838 Dec 15

 Item — Box: 2, Folder: 8
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: 1838 Dec 15

Letter signed Andrew J. Davis, St. Louis, to John F. Darby, Jefferson City, Missouri. Encloses a petition for act of incorporation for an association to be called the Missouri Silk Co. Also mentions the need to increase acreage of mulberry trees. [filed 1838 Dec], 1838 Dec 17

 Item — Box: 2, Folder: 8
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: 1838 Dec 17

Letter signed Nancy Torode, St. Louis, to John Darby, Jefferson City, Mo. Seeks an act of incorporation of Ladies of Protestant Orphan Association. Mentions that there are now 21 orphans and one foundling under the care of the Society. [filed 1838 Dec], 1838 Dec 19

 Item — Box: 2, Folder: 8
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: 1838 Dec 19

Letter signed John Bent, St. Louis, to John F. Darby, Jefferson City, Missouri. A recommendation for James Evans, circuit judge, whose confirmation as judge is being opposed. States in part, “I have just received word that your friend and mine (Th. Grimsley [Thomas Grimsley]) will oppose the confirmation. [filed 1838 Dec], 1838 Dec 20

 Item — Box: 2, Folder: 8
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: 1838 Dec 20

Letter signed R. Simpson, St. Louis, to John F. Darby, Jefferson City. Regarding inequality of merchants’ licenses and raising money for railroad to Iron Mountain, believing macadamized roads in all other parts of the state would serve the interests of the communities better. [filed 1838 Dec], 1838 Dec 22

 Item — Box: 2, Folder: 8
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: 1838 Dec 22

Letter signed John F. Darby, Jefferson City, Mo., to Andrew J. Davis, St. Louis. Responds to letter from Davis regarding charter for Missouri Silk Co. Also discusses railroad problems. [filed 1838 Dec], 1838 Dec 24

 Item — Box: 2, Folder: 8
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: 1838 Dec 24

Letter signed Andrew J. Davis, Saint Louis, to John F. Darby, Jefferson City, Missouri. Discusses charter for Missouri Silk Co. and railroad financing. [filed 1838 Dec], 1838 Dec 27

 Item — Box: 2, Folder: 8
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: 1838 Dec 27

Letter signed Elizabeth Lewis, St. Louis, to Mrs. Mary Darby, Jefferson City. Contains friendly chatter. [filed 1838 Dec], 1838 Dec 29

 Item — Box: 2, Folder: 8
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: 1838 Dec 29