Box 4
Container
Contains 524 Results:
Copy of letter signed John F. Darby, St. Louis, Missouri, to D.W. Bouldin, San Francisco, Cal. The vessel Darby wishes Bouldin and his friend to engage with him to recover is the Central America. Recounts history of the vessel’s passengers, cargo, and sinking, and his own work for ten years in researching and trying to locate the vessel. Captain Carpenter believed he had located the vessel, but ran short of money. Carpenter thinks he can locate it for them. Darby has a diver who can go down 180. Estimates costs of project at not exceeding $5000. The vessel is in the high seas, not subject to salvage, so the treasure would be theirs absolutely. [filed in 1877 Aug-Dec], 1877 Aug 3
Item — Box: 4, Folder: 12
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:
1877 Aug 3
Letter signed Thos. T. Gantt [Thomas T. Gantt], St. Louis, to [John F.] Darby. In compliance with Darby’s request, sends a biographical sketch. Includes sketch. [filed in 1877 Aug-Dec], 1877 Aug 5
Item — Box: 4, Folder: 12
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:
1877 Aug 5
Letter signed Thos. T. Gantt [Thomas T. Gantt], St. Louis, to [John F.] Darby. Has received and read the memoir Darby so kindly wrote. Mentions a few corrections. [filed in 1877 Aug-Dec], 1877 Aug 9
Item — Box: 4, Folder: 12
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:
1877 Aug 9
Letter signed D.W. Bouldin, San Francisco, to John F. Darby, St. Louis, Mo. Bouldin’s friends are not inclined to invest in the venture of raising the Central America. They are interested in the Mississippi and Missouri steamers. Bouldin will try to assist. Bouldin’s father died June 13 a year ago. He always had the highest regard for Darby. Postscript by M. Josesph Ahesene. [filed in 1877 Aug-Dec], 1877 Aug 12
Item — Box: 4, Folder: 12
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:
1877 Aug 12
Letter signed Thos. T. Gantt [Thomas T. Gantt], St. Louis, to [John F.] Darby. Very grateful for Darby’s trouble and friendly interest. Narrative is correct in all the facts. Gantt has struck out a few expressions which gave too high a color to the events. [filed in 1877 Aug-Dec], 1877 Aug 13
Item — Box: 4, Folder: 12
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:
1877 Aug 13
Letter signed E. Hempstead, Chicago, to John F. Darby, St. Louis. Asks Darby to advise him of the terms he requires in prosecution of claims. Mr. Fletcher seemed to think they were debarred. [filed in 1877 Aug-Dec], 1877 Aug 18
Item — Box: 4, Folder: 12
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:
1877 Aug 18
Letter signed A.C, Dodge, Burlington, Iowa, to John F. Darby, Saint Louis, Mo. Grateful for Darby’s daughter Julia’s visit to his home. He and his wife will try to make her feel at home. [filed in 1877 Aug-Dec], 1877 Aug 18
Item — Box: 4, Folder: 12
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:
1877 Aug 18
Copy of letter signed John F. Darby, St. Louis, Missouri, to D.W. Bouldin, San Francisco, Cal. Darby wrote to Bouldin yesterday to send on the parties who wish to engage to look after sunken vessels in the Mississippi River. There are many. He has clients who are old river pilots who know the locations. The water is getting low and from now to December is the time to operate. [filed in 1877 Aug-Dec], 1877 Aug 22
Item — Box: 4, Folder: 12
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:
1877 Aug 22
Memo in John F. Darby’s hand regarding William Stewart, New Orleans pilot, et. al. Noted on back: “Memo of heirs of Needles Estate.” [filed in 1877 Aug-Dec], 1877 Sept 12
Item — Box: 4, Folder: 12
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:
1877 Sept 12
Western Union telegram of John F. Darby to Governor Jno. S. Phelps [John S. Phelps], Jefferson City. “Make no appointment of Senator for some days. Friends of your administration will call to see you personally. Hold off. There’s luck in leisure. A warm friend of yours but one who wants no office.” [filed in 1877 Aug-Dec], 1877 Sept 26
Item — Box: 4, Folder: 12
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:
1877 Sept 26