Box 5
Container
Contains 250 Results:
Letter signed Geo. M. Jones [George M. Jones], Dubuque, Iowa, to Jno. F. Darby [John F. Darby], St. Louis, Missouri. Jones will be unable to attend Julia’s wedding on the 19th. His son’s unfortunate condition overwhelms his wife, as does the recent death of her nieces. They will be visiting August and Clara Dodge at Burlington. [filed in 1881 Jan-Feb], 1881 Jan 12
Item — Box: 5, Folder: 4
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:
1881 Jan 12
Letter signed F.M. Cockrell, U.S. Senate Chamber, Washington, to Jno. F. Darby [John F. Darby]. Thanks Darby for the copy of his article, “History of Internal Improvements in Missouri,” which he read with great interest and pleasure. [filed in 1881 Jan-Feb], 1881 Jan 12
Item — Box: 5, Folder: 4
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:
1881 Jan 12
Letter signed J.C. Tracy, Central City, to Friend [John F. Darby]. Regarding a pending law suit. L.P. Tracy has acknowledged receipt of money. He says he cannot come right away. He is one of their best witnesses. Tracy supposes they can do nothing until they can get him into court. Discusses tactics in law suit. [filed in 1881 Jan-Feb], 1881 Jan 13
Item — Box: 5, Folder: 4
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:
1881 Jan 13
Letter signed Thos. Gray [Thomas Gray], San Francisco, Cal., to John F. Darby. Compliments Darby on his book. Gray lived in St. Louis from 1820-1850. Darby’s accounts of the Jesuits and the bishops are excellent. Suggests he should send a copy to Fr. Boshard, a Jesuit in San Francisco. He would help sell it among Missourians in California, Oregon, and Washington. In 1849, Col. Gantt and Gray were on the Committee. They turned the schools into hospitals and spread lime in the streets. Recalls how he and Darby first met. Darby assumed and paid a debt for which he was not liable. [filed in 1881 Jan-Feb], 1881 Jan 15
Item — Box: 5, Folder: 4
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:
1881 Jan 15
Letter signed A.C. Dodge, Burlington, Iowa, to Jno. F. Darby [John F. Darby], St. Louis, Mo. Although they will be absent from cousin Julia’s wedding, they will be present in spirit at the church and reception. Dodge is recovering from a broken ankle. Many compliments on Darby’s book. Compliments and best wishes to Mary and Walter. [filed in 1881 Jan-Feb], 1881 Jan 18
Item — Box: 5, Folder: 4
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:
1881 Jan 18
Letter signed C.E. Smith, Pattonville, St. Louis Co., Mo., to John F. Darby, St. Louis, Mo. Smith read Darby’s book with interest and pleasure. His sketch of Col. John Smith erroneously states he was born in Georgia. C.E. Smith’s grandfather Francis Smith, father of John, moved from Virginia to Georgia in 1793 when John was 12. [filed in 1881 Jan-Feb], 1881 Jan 20
Item — Box: 5, Folder: 4
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:
1881 Jan 20
Letter signed F.M. Cockrell, U.S. Senate Chamber, Washington, to John F. Darby. Thanks Darby for his congratulations and expressions of confidence and esteem. He highly appreciates the honor. [filed in 1881 Jan-Feb], 1881 Jan 27
Item — Box: 5, Folder: 4
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:
1881 Jan 27
Letter signed G.G. Vest, United States Senate Chamber, Washington, to Jno. F. Darby [John F. Darby]. It is impossible to do anything with the French spoliations at this session. They have only four weeks left. Vest is certain the bill would be vetoed if passed. [filed in 1881 Jan-Feb], 1881 Jan 28
Item — Box: 5, Folder: 4
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:
1881 Jan 28
Letter signed John T. Guyre, Kansas City, to John F. Darby, St. Louis, Mo. Would like to have a talk with the parties interested in the Central America expedition. [filed in 1881 Jan-Feb], 1881 Jan 29
Item — Box: 5, Folder: 4
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:
1881 Jan 29
Letter signed Geo. E. Earlie, Lake Geneva, Wis., to John F. Darby, St. Louis. Earlie is favorably impressed with Darby’s scheme and believes there is big money in it. Discusses two people who are involved with ranching. Asks Darby to send particulars of the locations of his base of operations, amount of capital required, etc. [filed in 1881 Jan-Feb], 1881 Feb 2
Item — Box: 5, Folder: 4
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:
1881 Feb 2