Letters / Correspondence

Robert E. Lee

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2151 Robert E. Lee William Ellinger I have recd your letter of the previous month transmitting your draft on New York for $367.50 for the benefit of the "asylum for the orphans of the Confederate dead." I will forward it in... Feb. 12, 1867
2152 Robert E. Lee M. B. Baldwin Abstract: Written at Washington College to Mr. M. B. Baldwin advising of the qualifications for an applicant to enter Washington College. Feb. 12, 1867
2153 Robert E. Lee F. H. Smith Abstract: Written in Lexington to General F. H. Smith, Superintendent of the Virginia Military Institute forwarding a check from Mr. Samuel Hunt of Newton, Sussex County, NJ in aid of the... Feb. 13, 1867
2154 Robert E. Lee William McLaughlin Abstract: Written at Washington College to Colonel Wm. McLaughlin, Chairman Finance Committee, Washington College enclosing a check of $50 from Mr. Samuel Hunt of Newton, Sussex County, NJ to aid... Feb. 13, 1867
2155 Robert E. Lee William B. Ewing Abstract: Written in Lexington to Mr. William B. Ewing advising that M. W. Humphreys of West Virginia has been nominated to fill the scholarship given in his name (Ewing). Cites the young... Feb. 13, 1867
2156 Robert E. Lee William Ellinger Your letter of the 18th last month enclosing $10. Contributed by the Citizens of Virginia City to the Asylum for Orphans of Confederate Soldiers, has been recd, the amount will be transmitted to... Feb. 15, 1867
2157 Robert E. Lee L. E. Parsons Abstract: Written at Washington College to the Honorable L. E. Parsons, U.S. Senate, advising that his son's connection with the College is dissolved because of misconduct on a second occasion... Mar. 8, 1867
2158 Robert E. Lee Daniel Ruggles Abstract: Written in Lexington to General Daniel Ruggles advising that his son, Captain M. B. Ruggles, can enter the College at any time convenient to him provided he is prepared to progress in... Mar. 11, 1867
2159 Robert E. Lee Charles OConnor Abstract: Written in Lexington to the Honorable Charles O'Connor advising of the status of entry into the College by Captain M. B. Ruggles. Mar. 12, 1867
2160 Robert E. Lee Charles Carter Lee I have been intending to write to you on some points in which I am not clear, & have not the proper books to which to refer. In the biography of our father, in speaking of the men who were... Mar. 19, 1867
2161 Robert E. Lee William B. Reed I have read with much gratification your pamphlet in defence of your distinguished ancestor Genl Reed. Having always looked up to him as one of the great men of the Republic, whose devotion, &... Mar. 21, 1867
2162 Robert E. Lee R. B. Richardson I am very much obliged to you for the copy ofRemarks on Jeffersonwhich you kindly sent me -Profr Diber's grammar has been inserted in the list of Text books of Washington College in the... Apr. 1867
2163 Robert E. Lee J. W. Sharp Abstract: Written in Lexington to Captain J. W. Sharp, Assistant Superintendent, F.B. In reply to an incident of 22 March 1867 occurring at the Freedman's School involving four Washington... Apr. 13, 1867
2164 Robert E. Lee James Macnair Abstract: Written at Washington College to Mr. James Macnair, A.M. advising in the matter of honorary degrees. In sum, Washington College does not confer such. A polite turn-down in classic Lee... Apr. 29, 1867
2165 Robert E. Lee John Nichol Abstract: Written at Washington College to Professor John Nichol advising that it is not in his power to aid Mr. James Macnair in obtaining an honorary degree. Very simply, it is not customary in... Apr. 29, 1867
2166 Robert E. Lee A. W. Cameron Abstract: Written in Lexington to Messrs. A. W. Cameron and J. H. Sherard, Jr., accepting their bid to provide three hundred cords of wood to Washington College May 1, 1867
2167 Robert E. Lee A. Sessums Abstract: Written in Lexington to Mr. A. Sessums, Sessums & Co. of Galveston, TX advising in a financial matter involving a student by the name of Terry. It is a complicated matter made worse... May 16, 1867
2168 Robert E. Lee James Chestnut I wish it was in my power to give you such information as I would desire, in reply to your letter of the 25 Ulto: but I of inquiry are more satisfactory know of no house that would comfortably... May 17, 1867
2169 Robert E. Lee John B. Baldwin The documents relating to the Covington & Ohio railroad which you had the kindness to send me, give the pleasing assurance, as far as I have been able to examine them, of the practicability of... May 20, 1867
2170 Robert E. Lee Susan Preston Hepburn Abstract: Written in Lexington to Mrs. Susan Preston Hepburn thanking, in the name of the Trustees, the Ladies' Association of Louisville for their devotion to the College. Asks that a draft... May 31, 1867
2171 Robert E. Lee Messrs. John C. Shafer & Co. I recd last evg the box of clothing forwd to me by express. The articles fit very well & are satisfactory.Please send me the bill.Very respy Your obt servtR E LeeMessrs John C. Shafer & Co Jun. 15, 1867
2172 Robert E. Lee E. Fontaine I rec - d this mor - g your letter of the 6th Inst: enclosing a slip from the Greenbrier Independent.The editor of the Albemarle Chronicle had no authority from me for the remarks attributed to it,... Jul. 9, 1867
2173 Robert E. Lee E. Fontaine Will you be kind enough to inform me when the R.R. will be completed to Covington for travel, & what will be the means of conveyance from there to the White Sulphur Springs. I am anxious to... Jul. 9, 1867
2174 Robert E. Lee Mrs. E. E. Stanley Abstract: Written in Lexington to Mrs. E. E. Stanley stating that he does not think it will be advantageous for her son to return to the College and that he should continue in the business in which... Jul. 18, 1867
2175 Robert E. Lee Mildred Childe Lee Your letter of the 29th Ulto My dear Mildred has remained sometime confronting me every night as I come in from work; but I have not hastened to answer it, nor do I feel any reminders from my... Aug. 11, 1867
2176 Robert E. Lee Mary Johnston Lexington VA: Sept 24 1867My dear Mrs. Johnston,I appreciate the compliment you have paid me by bestowing my name upon your bright little boy, whose career in life may be useful and happy. I am... Sep. 1867
2177 Robert E. Lee Prof. Campbell I had proposed leaving here today for Lexington but am so feeble that the Dr is reluctant for me to take the journey - I fear therefore I may not reach Lexington before the beginning of next week.... Sep. 9, 1867
2178 Robert E. Lee Charles Carter Lee I reached here today having been detained in the mountains three weeks by sickness. But for my indisposition I should have written to you before, to say that if George desires to return to... Sep. 16, 1867
2179 Robert E. Lee William A. Rogers The Faculty of this Institution, at a meeting held on the 21st inst:, passed a resolution extending you the benefit of the act adopted by the college authorities extending a credit for the college... Sep. 23, 1867
2180 Robert E. Lee William A. Rogers Abstract: Written at Washington College to Mr. Wm. A. Rogers advising that the Faculty had passed a resolution extending credit for College fees to meritorious young men who are unable to pay the... Sep. 23, 1867
2181 Robert E. Lee J. F. Earle Abstract: Written at Washington College to Mr. J. F. Earle of Marion, AR advising that his ward, A. C. Gilbert, had expended the funds sent on his behalf during the vacation. Needs funds of about $25. Sep. 25, 1867
2182 Robert E. Lee Unknown Abstract: Written in Lexington to an unknown addressee forwarding a letter from Mr. B. G. Maynard requesting funds of $400 to cover his expenses for College fees, board, etc. States that Mr.... Sep. 25, 1867
2183 Robert E. Lee T. F. Carter I am very much obliged to you for the copy of the death warrant of Charles I of England, which I will place in the Library of Washington College. Very repyYour obtsservtR E LeeMr T. F. Carter Sep. 26, 1867
2184 Robert E. Lee W. W. Austin Your letter of Sept 2d has been recd, making inquiries into the character of a work written by Mr McCabe who is represented as a member of my staff, as you inform me. I have not recd Mr... Sep. 30, 1867
2185 Robert E. Lee Milton Barlow Abstract: Written in Lexington to Professor Milton Barlow concerning the purchase of a planetarium with conditions of payment and setting it up. Sep. 30, 1867
2186 Robert E. Lee J. D. Driesnbach I recd this mng your letter of the 28th ulto: & sympathize most sincerely in your misfortunes, & especially in the death for your noble son. When however we reflect upon the suffering of... Oct. 3, 1867
2187 Robert E. Lee Martha Custis Williams Carter I found on my return about three weeks since, your letter of July & Aug: & was delighted to learn that you were well & pleasantly located in the beautiful town of orange. When I visited... Oct. 4, 1867
2188 Robert E. Lee A. J. Foard Abstract: Written in Lexington to Dr. A. J. Foard of Baltimore sending him thanks for the extension of benefits to persons recommended by him (Lee). Oct. 5, 1867
2189 Robert E. Lee John W. Brockenbrough Abstract: Written at Washington College to the Honorable John W. Brockenbrough, Professor of Law, advising that his son is entitled to tuition free of charge. The same will apply to his other son... Oct. 15, 1867
2190 Robert E. Lee Charles H. Carter Upon coming in to dinner today I leave with quiet regret that your sweet daughters have determined to leave us this evening, and I have no heart to say more than to tell you what great pleasure... Oct. 22, 1867
2191 Robert E. Lee Charles Carter Lee I as very glad to receive your letter of the 5th Inst: giving assurance of the good health of all your family who are with you. Those members who are here are well. George & Henry are pretty... Oct. 24, 1867
2192 Robert E. Lee J. Douglas Robertson Abstract: Written in Lexington to the Reverend J. Douglas Robertson, MA of Liverpool, England thanking him for a barrel of fossils from the Paris basin that will replace those destroyed during the... Oct. 26, 1867
2193 Robert E. Lee J. W. Platt Abstract: Written in Lexington to Mr. J. W. Platt of St. Louis, MO concerning funds for his son that he recommends being placed with the Treasurer of the College. States that the son is very well... Oct. 28, 1867
2194 Robert E. Lee James Longstreet When I recd your letter of the 8th June, I had just returned from a short trip Bedford County, & was preparing for a more extended visit to the W. Sulphur springs for the benefit of Mrs. Lees... Oct. 29, 1867
2195 Robert E. Lee Annette Carter I have just received your letter of the 27th. You know the pleasure it has given me. Though I have been regretting your absence ever since you left, I am glad that you reached home comfortably and... Nov. 1, 1867
2196 Robert E. Lee William Mahone I would have earlier thanked Mrs Mahone & yourself for your kind invitation to your house, but have only today ascertained that it will be in my power to visit Petersburg upon the occasion to... Nov. 11, 1867
2197 Robert E. Lee James K Edmondson Please remit to Mr A. G. Thompson his tuition fee for the remainder of the session.Mr Thompson has been allowed to withdraw from College on account of ill health.Very respyR E Lee Nov. 15, 1867
2198 Robert E. Lee Mrs. S. R. Alexander I return the photograph, which you enclosed to me, with my signature, and with my respectful complimentsI remain very trulyR E LeeMrs S. R. Alexander Dec. 18, 1867
2199 Robert E. Lee Miers W. Fisher I have been informed by the Secy of the Treasry that my application for the restoration of Smiths Island to me as Executor of Mr G. W. P. Custis, has been denied; and I have this day written to Mr... Dec. 24, 1867
2200 Robert E. Lee William D. Cabell I have recd your letter of the 16 Inst; and as far as your plan for the establishment of a normal school is developed in the papers which accompanied it, it seems to bid fair to promote the good of... Dec. 26, 1867