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