Box 2
Container
Contains 311 Results:
Letter signed J.B. Sarpy, Saint Louis, to John F. Darby, Washington City. Sarpy’s bill was lost by one vote. Mr. Dougherty, Clay County, did all he could against the Company, he being of the opinion that they had in great measure prevented the removal of the Superintendent’s office from St. Louis to Liberty, Clay County. Discussion of this change. Asks Darby to use his influence on behalf of Mr. Pilcher so that he may remain in the Indian Department because Pilcher is well qualified. [filed 1841 Jan-Feb], 1841 Feb 22
Item — Box: 2, 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:
1841 Feb 22
Letter signed Hardage Lane, St. Louis, to Jno. F. Darby [John F. Darby], Washington, D.C. The Legislature adjourned, enlarged the city limits greatly, and created several offices. He hopes Darby attends to his memo. [filed 1841 Jan-Feb], 1841 Feb 23
Item — Box: 2, 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:
1841 Feb 23
Contemporary copy of letter signed John F. Darby, Mayor of St. Louis, Washington City, to L.F. Linn, U.S. Senate. Presents memorial pertaining to improvement of the St. Louis harbor. Letter is accompanied by three unsigned and unaddressed notes regarding the memorial and improvement of St. Louis city harbor. [filed 1841 Jan-Feb], 1841 Feb 27
Item — Box: 2, 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:
1841 Feb 27
Letter signed L.F. Linn to Mr. Jenifer. Introduces J.F. Darby [John F. Darby]. [filed 1841 Jan-Feb], 1841 Mar 8
Item — Box: 2, 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:
1841 Mar 8
Letter signed J.H. Birch to J.F. Darby [John F. Darby]. States that a party of Missourians would call by appointment and be introduced to the President today. They hope to see Darby. [filed 1841 Mar-Dec], 1841 Mar 8
Item — Box: 2, 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:
1841 Mar 8
Letter signed Aunt Mary [M.M. Wilkinson] to Mary [Darby]. Invites Mary and Mr. Darby to come see her. [filed 1841 Mar-Dec], 1841 Mar 8
Item — Box: 2, 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:
1841 Mar 8
Contemporary copy of letter signed John F. Darby, Washington City, to John J. Crittenden, Attorney General of the U. States. Recommends Dr. Hardage Lane for Postmaster of St. Louis. [filed 1841 Mar-Dec], 1841 Mar 9
Item — Box: 2, 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:
1841 Mar 9
Contemporary copy of letter signed John F. Darby, Washington City, to Francois Granger, Postmaster General. Recommends Dr. Lane [William Carr Lane]. [filed 1841 Mar-Dec], 1841 Mar 9
Item — Box: 2, 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:
1841 Mar 9
Letter signed David Myerle, Flemingsburgh, to John F. Darby. If Myerle’s tour through the counties of Kentucky continues successful, he may visit St. Louis for the purpose of urging them in the same manner. [filed 1841 Mar-Dec], 1841 Apr 8
Item — Box: 2, 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:
1841 Apr 8
Letter signed Theodosia Strother to John F. Darby. She would like to rent his pew at the Episcopal Church if Mr. McDonald has declined Darby’s proposition. [filed 1841 Mar-Dec], 1841 Apr 21
Item — Box: 2, 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:
1841 Apr 21