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Acc. 2002.37","/repositories/2/resources/9417","Virginia--History--Civil War, 1861-1865","Indians of North America--History--19th century","United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865","United States--History--Mexican War, 1845-1848","United States--Politics and Government","United States--Slavery","Correspondence","65 items","Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","Letters and papers of the Floyd, Johnston, and Preston families, as well as newspaper articles principally concerning Gen. Joseph E. Johnston and Judge Robert William Hughes. The central figures in the collection include Gen. John Preston, his brother Gen. Francis Preston, Gen Joseph E. Johnston (1807-1891), his niece, Eliza Hughes (1825-1908), and Harriet Lane, niece of President Buchanan. The collection also contains the correspondence of or papers relating to Congressman Charles C. Johnston (1795-1832), Judge R.W. Hughes (1821-1901), Alexander von Humboldt, and Governor/ Secretary of War John B. Floyd (1806-1863). Spanning 154 years (1753-1907), this collection contains references to the Mexican War and the Civil War and also touches on the issues of Indians and slavery.","2pp. D.","Settling books of late partnership; owed money by Preston. 2pp. ALS.","Survey of 200 acres of land in Montgomery County for William Foster. 1p. D.","Next meet at Botetourt; will introduce new relation; invite Sally and Francis to Botetourt; need Col. Cabell in order to appoint diem falcium; want certificates from Pelhan but cannot reach him; also includes newspaper clipping concerning John D. Blair. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Preston only officer present; \"Indians hovering near my lines\"; W. Breckenridge's family at Smithfield; Bluestone fired on by three Indians; W. Crockett then Preston search for Indians; Indians retired to the Henides?; hard to surprise; assembly called early; prepare to leave before expected; sent Jim home to put horses in order; instruct brother to take care of horses; send book Vatell's Law of Nations; did not send sugar; also includes a morning report of Lieut. Crockett's detachment of Capt. Preston's company. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Arrived at Colstee?; boats delayed; projects disagreeable voyage due to low tide; regained deserters for reward; deserters confined; General Wayne moved down river; Wayne killed Indians [Miami?] with bayonets; Wayne desires 15 or 20 hundred militia for battle; unlikely as militia unwilling to serve under him; Indians enjoy peace this spring and summer; Indians \"live in dread in their small forts in the most wretched manner\". 2pp. ALS.","Not heard from family since leaving Smithfield; expected Tamy? who was delayed in seeking money at home; dispirited but hope to soon return to good state of health; Francis fears a relapse; wants to be kept abreast of family's welfare; urges Francis to think first of his health; offer loan; prevented from going to Philadelphia in winter so won't see Francis; requests names of merchants to whom Francis is indebted; lottery. 4pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Congratulate on birth of son; serpent of faction threatens brother's election; opponent on circuit in G. Briar of Paris; opponent has agents in different counties throughout district; brother has a chance to mortify his enemies; \"those that appear to be his well wishers appear distressed at the head\"; can't come visit but willing to meet in Rockbridge of Botetourt; young ladies have French tutor; request Vistoe's[?] French Grammar. 2pp. ALS.","Bond for title. 1p. D.","Scope and Contents","Heading to Philadelphia from Richmond; decide to return home; send stage copies of several surveys; in order to dispose of the acreage in Mrs. Mirret's[?] name he desires the right of inspection and ability to reject if necessary; directions for sale of plots by Francis will come in W. Taylor's letter; send 100 dollars of collected debt money to Preston; unsuccessful at hiring Negroes; advertised and attended Henrico and Hanover court; \"seen number hired, but not one person was willing to let their Negroes go so far as you wanted although the terms suited them\"; abandoned idea; better to buy; will attempt to purchase on credit in Goochland, Louisa, and Fluvanna counties; have \"cleverman\" buy the Negro; request Billy be sent to Virginia. 4pp. ALS.","Mr. Lennard quit and hired a new man; cannot sell land entrusted to him but will continue to try; ask bother to collect 1000 dollar debt owed him by Evans; hold onto land; doesn't know if Mr. Price the register has disposed of certificates; ask if again a candidate for senate; opposition Smyth attended congress; Smyth merciless; treaty rescued by president; proposal to present all information before treaty comes before Congress; resolution oppoesd on grounds it is unneccessary and unconstitutional; invades executive's rights; papers the property of Senate. 4pp. AL.","Accept invitation to visit; mother will also come and travel to Sweet Springs for health; congratulate on birth of second son; likely will be brought up in military school and instructed in reality of war; mortified he has no son; wants nephew William to visit him in winter; will give him a sword; public doubts nephew's courage; he personally has no doubt will succesfully use sword on proper occasion. 3pp. ALS.","Draft to executor accepting position of commisioner to provide for opening of road from upper James River to the Kanawha River. 1p. Df.","Expect the arrival of Francis; pay seventy-five pounds cash out of annuity to Peggy; Johnny and children ill. 3pp. ALS.","Had Aglae purchase a shawl; will send money for shawl; possibly visit, but have four children and forty to fifty in family; want her certificate for claim of turnpike shares, also includes typewritten transcript of letter. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Introduce William Preston; ask for him to receive William; future gloomy; live among strangers; region being settled by cold-hearted Pennsylvanian immigrants; \"the Rowdy\" also taking over; the Rowdy come from no particular state but are native; life only supportable because of chases [horse races] and climate; friends are General Preston's family; Morton has strong ties to keep him in France. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Want to borrow after having been paid thirty to fifty thousand dollars; sale of property to Mr. Coallen; will send Mr. Sallworks? to help in sale; Coallen sold Negroes in South Carolina and got 500 dollars; can get a good price but don't pressure too much; \"He's an old Augusta man will I imagine treat the Negroes kindly\". 3pp. ALS.","Court case shifting against them; Marcellus Smith brought forward to prove Preston Smith authorized to settle treasury business with Mr. Baker; attorneys seek right to ask how much money John Preston usually let in the treasury; commonwealth wants bank books to prove 39,000 cannot have been part of money in bank which was turned over to Baker; case may go to appeals; Call? would not communicate plan of foreclosing the literary fund; $6,200 unaccounted for from literary fund; was a law in which money could be borrowed from fund which was made unneccessary with peace; no money from fund had actually been received; case look brighter on Thursday; may be acquitted of 39,000. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Send two notes of $2000; things going badly in Richmond; agitation due to slavery question; \"blunder of Calhoun in bringing Van Buren back among us by rejecting him\"; Northern party carrying on war with South; hopes this will unite Southern party in \"common sense of wrong and determination of resistance\"; when struggle starts those like Ritchie [Van Buren] who betray party will be put down; \"we must shoot all deserters and spies\". 2pp. ALS.","Send a profile of himself; profile made by a woman without arms; will soon return home; will write to Pres[ton Johnston] who is now student at an academy. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Announce death of Charles; body found in creek; he was eating at an inn in Alexandria; heard steamboat bell and attempted to return to \"this place\"; supposedly missed the wharf and fell in the water; lost his life by a \"scrupulous endeavor to be at his post in the performance of his public duty\". 2pp. ALS.","William's business injured by amounts taken from the capital of the store and other debts; Harriet will take John; good place for him as Harriet's mode of government strong and uniform; business slow because so many druggists; Devotion and Osgood draw away customers; Doctr. Vail is 87 and still doing business. 3pp. ALS.","Preamble and resolution from Washington respecting death of her brother [Preston Johnston]; victories by army under Genl Scott over Mexican forces; in battle Lieutenant John Preston fell; son of Charles Johnston who died in the Potomac River; Eliza only immediate family left; give condolences; also includes introductory letter to the preamble and resolution. 3pp. ALS.","Give the particulars of Mr. Johnston's unexpected death; Johnston had intended to return home from Columbia but postponed; friends visit that evening and he sent them away saying he would be better in the morning; died around 2 a.m.; doctor believes was inflammation of the bowels; was well loved; will erect tombstone; give love to Eliza. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Home only briefly; see grand-niece in Washington; mistaken in believing her uncles dislike Gov. Floyd; Gov. Floyd and Beverly were not on speaking terms, but nothing more; Edward appreciated his character; \"my entire separation from them, and their uncommunicative dispositions were enough to prevent my acquiring prejudices from them\"; also a newspaper clipping of the unveiling of Jackson's statue in Richmond. 4pp. ALS.","Introduction of Baldwin Mollhausen; given place on expedition of the Colorado River under the command of Lieutenant Ives; expeditions out West admired in Europe; present a portrait of the author of 'A political Essay on New Spain'; also includes English translation of the letter which is written in French and photocopies of both the original and translation. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Thanks for invitation for the evening; decline because president wanted to go \"sparking\" alone on a Saturday night; mysterious raid upon the soldier's home. 4pp. ALS.","Military associate of deceased brother [Preston Johnston] who fell in Mexico; offer Eliza Hughes the colored lithograph Preston had presented him with earlier. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Promoted to position of general; appointment proof of governor's [John B. Floyd]? friendship; officers of the Q Masters department opposed appointment to keep generalcy among themselves; governor acted as advocate; vote on nomination in Senate was 31 to 3- \"the latter being the most rabid of the black republicans\"; get to settle down and will become neighbors due to railraod. 3pp. ALS.","PV.","Scope and Contents","Made purchases for Hughes and present him the bill; \"I am not as flush as when the U.S. gave me $6000 a year in gold\"; the starters of the National Express company propose to make Johnston president; want the reports of the battles of Williamsburg and Seven Pines; many of his papers lost; fear publication mentioned is a volume of confederate reports of battles; \"compilers rejected all that I want\"; offered partnership in stock raising. 4pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Stopped in Baltimore because of sore throat caused by leaving New York too early; want to visit Eliza but delayed because of illness; business in New York was \"to raise money for a Southern company- with Southern property for security\"; found people fearful of investing money in the South; hope for settlement of affairs at next session of Congress; when in Selma, hope to dissolve connection with Alabama railroad company, as it is in bad condition; also newspaper clipping of the funeral service of Mrs. Gen. Joseph E. Johnston. 3pp. ALS.","Sent lock of hair found with your father's [Charles Johnston] license to practice law. 1pp. ALS.","Younger of the two consecrated to the Episcopate; have similar backgrounds- both belonged to the Monumental church, went to University of Virginia, and attended Virginia seminary; also both had same Sunday school teacher; fall short of what should have been, yet owe debt of gratitude for whatever they have achieved. 2pp. ALS.","Had done nothing which deserved commendation; see no fruit from seeds planted, but God answers prayers; stress the catechism in teaching; thanks for good wishes; also includes newspaper clippings of the letters and a description of the Faith Trumbell chapter meeting. 2pp. ALS.","Party thrown by Secretary Cobb on the ship Harriet Lane; the President disapproves and decides to pay for it out of pocklet so public property not put to private use; Cobb paid for it himself. NwsCl.","Against army bill Burnsides; claims no knowledge of the plan attached to the military appropriations bill. 2pp. ALS.","Appointment has made a difference in administration of justice; had letter from Mr. Washington who has opposition; trust that it is not formidable and the he will secure a place with Hope's help. 2pp. ALS.","Request a barrel of oysters be sent to 1023 Connecticut Ave. 1p. ALS.","Learn that Floyd [Hughes] had a daughter, making Johnston a great-great-uncle ?; give congratulations; save name of Preston for a boy; also included newspaper clipping announcing death of Eliza Preston Hughes, infant daughter of Floyd and Nannie R. Hughes, aged 4 months. 2pp. ALS.","Invitation to the 200th Charter Day at William and Mary. 1p. D.","Written son for extra copies and will send if they exist; Col. John Mason dead; advise to write to widow. 1p. TDS.","Poor Health; felt badly after performance and had to return to room; compliments to the club. 1p. ALS.","Tardy in acknowledging letter; obliged for enclosed documents; have difficulty separating fact with family tradition; Munford's claim of Sritersville?, West Va. being named after Mr. Radford's (I) mother and niece conflicts with county records; want to trace ancestry of Mr. Radford; father knew family and stayed in Radford ancestral home while in England in command of the Mediterranean squads. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Thanks for sending lecture \"Editors of the Past\"; Judge Hughes assigned to give lecture by Press Association; lecture monstly on his \"diamond-pointed pen in his best and balmiest days and of the great journalists whose lives and characters and works he has so graphically delineated\"; wrote for Examiner about \"Know Nothing\" campaign; now public knows more about the Examiner and its brilliant editors. 3pp. ALS.","Had given husband Preston papers; request that turn them over to cousin Floyd Hughes; want papers preserved and ancestors researched; also includes transcript of letter. 1pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Reject offer of vacation; has job that pays 2 dollars a day and weather delightful; relax at the Chesapeake Club and Virginia Beach; does not want to leave a lady- \"have it pretty bad\". 6pp. ALS.","List of names with their position in society; sailed up the Potomac to Mt. Vernon; picnic by Washington's tomb; visit naval academy, government house and Fort McHenry where a light artillery drill was performed; visit Old Point where observe dress parade then attend a ball; party given by Secretary Cobb and Mr. Schull on a boat; invitations very limited; officers give up berths for ladies and men sleep on deck. 4pp. Ms.","Want Mrs. Hughes at the ship when it departs; wise head of the house is not up yet; does not want to leave in such a storm. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Friday Evening. H. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Invitation to dine; president has just returned from town. 2pp. ALS. Saturday Evening. Harriet R. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Describe riding habit; Lady Ouseley wants to see \"Tiny\"; will decide whether or not to engage her when reach New York; lady was charming, but the major would not remain to be \"victimized\". 4pp. ALS. July 10. H. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Thanks for gift of food; hope to see at party on Tuesday; ready to leave wharf on Tuesday; will send fly poison; flies problematic- \"they die by the thousands with us, but other gallant comrades fly in\". 3pp.","1pp. L. January 16. Invitation from Baron Gerault to Gov. Floyd for dinner on Tuesday the 26th. 1pp. L.","Scope and Contents","\"Floyd acquitted himself handsomely in his maiden jury speech\". 2pp. ALS.","Public agent to negotiate 'this business'; agent Hardy appointed; Col. John Taylor will also attend; Taylor had helped rescind resolution disputing title to land which left the matter open for present discussion; propose to pay for Taylor's two journeys. 1p. ALS.","30pp. PV.","4pp. PL.","14pp. PV.","3pp. PD. Letters of recommendation dated 1910-1911 for Floyd Hughes regarding his appointment as Collector of Customs to President William H. Taft; also includes a draft of Floyd Hughes resignation from the position in 1913 and an acceptance of the resignation dated 1914. TLs. 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Preston's company. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrived at Colstee?; boats delayed; projects disagreeable voyage due to low tide; regained deserters for reward; deserters confined; General Wayne moved down river; Wayne killed Indians [Miami?] with bayonets; Wayne desires 15 or 20 hundred militia for battle; unlikely as militia unwilling to serve under him; Indians enjoy peace this spring and summer; Indians \"live in dread in their small forts in the most wretched manner\". 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNot heard from family since leaving Smithfield; expected Tamy? who was delayed in seeking money at home; dispirited but hope to soon return to good state of health; Francis fears a relapse; wants to be kept abreast of family's welfare; urges Francis to think first of his health; offer loan; prevented from going to Philadelphia in winter so won't see Francis; requests names of merchants to whom Francis is indebted; lottery. 4pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongratulate on birth of son; serpent of faction threatens brother's election; opponent on circuit in G. Briar of Paris; opponent has agents in different counties throughout district; brother has a chance to mortify his enemies; \"those that appear to be his well wishers appear distressed at the head\"; can't come visit but willing to meet in Rockbridge of Botetourt; young ladies have French tutor; request Vistoe's[?] French Grammar. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond for title. 1p. D.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHeading to Philadelphia from Richmond; decide to return home; send stage copies of several surveys; in order to dispose of the acreage in Mrs. Mirret's[?] name he desires the right of inspection and ability to reject if necessary; directions for sale of plots by Francis will come in W. Taylor's letter; send 100 dollars of collected debt money to Preston; unsuccessful at hiring Negroes; advertised and attended Henrico and Hanover court; \"seen number hired, but not one person was willing to let their Negroes go so far as you wanted although the terms suited them\"; abandoned idea; better to buy; will attempt to purchase on credit in Goochland, Louisa, and Fluvanna counties; have \"cleverman\" buy the Negro; request Billy be sent to Virginia. 4pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Lennard quit and hired a new man; cannot sell land entrusted to him but will continue to try; ask bother to collect 1000 dollar debt owed him by Evans; hold onto land; doesn't know if Mr. Price the register has disposed of certificates; ask if again a candidate for senate; opposition Smyth attended congress; Smyth merciless; treaty rescued by president; proposal to present all information before treaty comes before Congress; resolution oppoesd on grounds it is unneccessary and unconstitutional; invades executive's rights; papers the property of Senate. 4pp. AL.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccept invitation to visit; mother will also come and travel to Sweet Springs for health; congratulate on birth of second son; likely will be brought up in military school and instructed in reality of war; mortified he has no son; wants nephew William to visit him in winter; will give him a sword; public doubts nephew's courage; he personally has no doubt will succesfully use sword on proper occasion. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft to executor accepting position of commisioner to provide for opening of road from upper James River to the Kanawha River. 1p. Df.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpect the arrival of Francis; pay seventy-five pounds cash out of annuity to Peggy; Johnny and children ill. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHad Aglae purchase a shawl; will send money for shawl; possibly visit, but have four children and forty to fifty in family; want her certificate for claim of turnpike shares, also includes typewritten transcript of letter. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduce William Preston; ask for him to receive William; future gloomy; live among strangers; region being settled by cold-hearted Pennsylvanian immigrants; \"the Rowdy\" also taking over; the Rowdy come from no particular state but are native; life only supportable because of chases [horse races] and climate; friends are General Preston's family; Morton has strong ties to keep him in France. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWant to borrow after having been paid thirty to fifty thousand dollars; sale of property to Mr. Coallen; will send Mr. Sallworks? to help in sale; Coallen sold Negroes in South Carolina and got 500 dollars; can get a good price but don't pressure too much; \"He's an old Augusta man will I imagine treat the Negroes kindly\". 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCourt case shifting against them; Marcellus Smith brought forward to prove Preston Smith authorized to settle treasury business with Mr. Baker; attorneys seek right to ask how much money John Preston usually let in the treasury; commonwealth wants bank books to prove 39,000 cannot have been part of money in bank which was turned over to Baker; case may go to appeals; Call? would not communicate plan of foreclosing the literary fund; $6,200 unaccounted for from literary fund; was a law in which money could be borrowed from fund which was made unneccessary with peace; no money from fund had actually been received; case look brighter on Thursday; may be acquitted of 39,000. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSend two notes of $2000; things going badly in Richmond; agitation due to slavery question; \"blunder of Calhoun in bringing Van Buren back among us by rejecting him\"; Northern party carrying on war with South; hopes this will unite Southern party in \"common sense of wrong and determination of resistance\"; when struggle starts those like Ritchie [Van Buren] who betray party will be put down; \"we must shoot all deserters and spies\". 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSend a profile of himself; profile made by a woman without arms; will soon return home; will write to Pres[ton Johnston] who is now student at an academy. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnounce death of Charles; body found in creek; he was eating at an inn in Alexandria; heard steamboat bell and attempted to return to \"this place\"; supposedly missed the wharf and fell in the water; lost his life by a \"scrupulous endeavor to be at his post in the performance of his public duty\". 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam's business injured by amounts taken from the capital of the store and other debts; Harriet will take John; good place for him as Harriet's mode of government strong and uniform; business slow because so many druggists; Devotion and Osgood draw away customers; Doctr. Vail is 87 and still doing business. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePreamble and resolution from Washington respecting death of her brother [Preston Johnston]; victories by army under Genl Scott over Mexican forces; in battle Lieutenant John Preston fell; son of Charles Johnston who died in the Potomac River; Eliza only immediate family left; give condolences; also includes introductory letter to the preamble and resolution. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGive the particulars of Mr. Johnston's unexpected death; Johnston had intended to return home from Columbia but postponed; friends visit that evening and he sent them away saying he would be better in the morning; died around 2 a.m.; doctor believes was inflammation of the bowels; was well loved; will erect tombstone; give love to Eliza. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHome only briefly; see grand-niece in Washington; mistaken in believing her uncles dislike Gov. Floyd; Gov. Floyd and Beverly were not on speaking terms, but nothing more; Edward appreciated his character; \"my entire separation from them, and their uncommunicative dispositions were enough to prevent my acquiring prejudices from them\"; also a newspaper clipping of the unveiling of Jackson's statue in Richmond. 4pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduction of Baldwin Mollhausen; given place on expedition of the Colorado River under the command of Lieutenant Ives; expeditions out West admired in Europe; present a portrait of the author of 'A political Essay on New Spain'; also includes English translation of the letter which is written in French and photocopies of both the original and translation. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for invitation for the evening; decline because president wanted to go \"sparking\" alone on a Saturday night; mysterious raid upon the soldier's home. 4pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMilitary associate of deceased brother [Preston Johnston] who fell in Mexico; offer Eliza Hughes the colored lithograph Preston had presented him with earlier. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromoted to position of general; appointment proof of governor's [John B. Floyd]? friendship; officers of the Q Masters department opposed appointment to keep generalcy among themselves; governor acted as advocate; vote on nomination in Senate was 31 to 3- \"the latter being the most rabid of the black republicans\"; get to settle down and will become neighbors due to railraod. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePV.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMade purchases for Hughes and present him the bill; \"I am not as flush as when the U.S. gave me $6000 a year in gold\"; the starters of the National Express company propose to make Johnston president; want the reports of the battles of Williamsburg and Seven Pines; many of his papers lost; fear publication mentioned is a volume of confederate reports of battles; \"compilers rejected all that I want\"; offered partnership in stock raising. 4pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStopped in Baltimore because of sore throat caused by leaving New York too early; want to visit Eliza but delayed because of illness; business in New York was \"to raise money for a Southern company- with Southern property for security\"; found people fearful of investing money in the South; hope for settlement of affairs at next session of Congress; when in Selma, hope to dissolve connection with Alabama railroad company, as it is in bad condition; also newspaper clipping of the funeral service of Mrs. Gen. Joseph E. Johnston. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSent lock of hair found with your father's [Charles Johnston] license to practice law. 1pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eYounger of the two consecrated to the Episcopate; have similar backgrounds- both belonged to the Monumental church, went to University of Virginia, and attended Virginia seminary; also both had same Sunday school teacher; fall short of what should have been, yet owe debt of gratitude for whatever they have achieved. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHad done nothing which deserved commendation; see no fruit from seeds planted, but God answers prayers; stress the catechism in teaching; thanks for good wishes; also includes newspaper clippings of the letters and a description of the Faith Trumbell chapter meeting. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eParty thrown by Secretary Cobb on the ship Harriet Lane; the President disapproves and decides to pay for it out of pocklet so public property not put to private use; Cobb paid for it himself. NwsCl.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgainst army bill Burnsides; claims no knowledge of the plan attached to the military appropriations bill. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppointment has made a difference in administration of justice; had letter from Mr. Washington who has opposition; trust that it is not formidable and the he will secure a place with Hope's help. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest a barrel of oysters be sent to 1023 Connecticut Ave. 1p. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLearn that Floyd [Hughes] had a daughter, making Johnston a great-great-uncle ?; give congratulations; save name of Preston for a boy; also included newspaper clipping announcing death of Eliza Preston Hughes, infant daughter of Floyd and Nannie R. Hughes, aged 4 months. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to the 200th Charter Day at William and Mary. 1p. D.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWritten son for extra copies and will send if they exist; Col. John Mason dead; advise to write to widow. 1p. TDS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoor Health; felt badly after performance and had to return to room; compliments to the club. 1p. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTardy in acknowledging letter; obliged for enclosed documents; have difficulty separating fact with family tradition; Munford's claim of Sritersville?, West Va. being named after Mr. Radford's (I) mother and niece conflicts with county records; want to trace ancestry of Mr. Radford; father knew family and stayed in Radford ancestral home while in England in command of the Mediterranean squads. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for sending lecture \"Editors of the Past\"; Judge Hughes assigned to give lecture by Press Association; lecture monstly on his \"diamond-pointed pen in his best and balmiest days and of the great journalists whose lives and characters and works he has so graphically delineated\"; wrote for Examiner about \"Know Nothing\" campaign; now public knows more about the Examiner and its brilliant editors. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHad given husband Preston papers; request that turn them over to cousin Floyd Hughes; want papers preserved and ancestors researched; also includes transcript of letter. 1pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReject offer of vacation; has job that pays 2 dollars a day and weather delightful; relax at the Chesapeake Club and Virginia Beach; does not want to leave a lady- \"have it pretty bad\". 6pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of names with their position in society; sailed up the Potomac to Mt. Vernon; picnic by Washington's tomb; visit naval academy, government house and Fort McHenry where a light artillery drill was performed; visit Old Point where observe dress parade then attend a ball; party given by Secretary Cobb and Mr. Schull on a boat; invitations very limited; officers give up berths for ladies and men sleep on deck. 4pp. Ms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWant Mrs. Hughes at the ship when it departs; wise head of the house is not up yet; does not want to leave in such a storm. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFriday Evening. H. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Invitation to dine; president has just returned from town. 2pp. ALS. Saturday Evening. Harriet R. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Describe riding habit; Lady Ouseley wants to see \"Tiny\"; will decide whether or not to engage her when reach New York; lady was charming, but the major would not remain to be \"victimized\". 4pp. ALS. July 10. H. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Thanks for gift of food; hope to see at party on Tuesday; ready to leave wharf on Tuesday; will send fly poison; flies problematic- \"they die by the thousands with us, but other gallant comrades fly in\". 3pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1pp. L. January 16. Invitation from Baron Gerault to Gov. Floyd for dinner on Tuesday the 26th. 1pp. L.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Floyd acquitted himself handsomely in his maiden jury speech\". 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePublic agent to negotiate 'this business'; agent Hardy appointed; Col. John Taylor will also attend; Taylor had helped rescind resolution disputing title to land which left the matter open for present discussion; propose to pay for Taylor's two journeys. 1p. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e30pp. PV.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e4pp. PL.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e14pp. PV.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3pp. PD. Letters of recommendation dated 1910-1911 for Floyd Hughes regarding his appointment as Collector of Customs to President William H. Taft; also includes a draft of Floyd Hughes resignation from the position in 1913 and an acceptance of the resignation dated 1914. TLs. Picture of Gen. Joseph E. Johnston Newspaper clippings about Gen. J.E. Johnston from 1864-1934 Newspaper clippings about Judge R.W. Hughes from 1870-1897\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotebook and a scrapbook containing newspaper clippings.\u003c/p\u003e"],"scopecontent_heading_ssm":["Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents"],"scopecontent_tesim":["Letters and papers of the Floyd, Johnston, and Preston families, as well as newspaper articles principally concerning Gen. Joseph E. Johnston and Judge Robert William Hughes. The central figures in the collection include Gen. John Preston, his brother Gen. Francis Preston, Gen Joseph E. Johnston (1807-1891), his niece, Eliza Hughes (1825-1908), and Harriet Lane, niece of President Buchanan. The collection also contains the correspondence of or papers relating to Congressman Charles C. Johnston (1795-1832), Judge R.W. Hughes (1821-1901), Alexander von Humboldt, and Governor/ Secretary of War John B. Floyd (1806-1863). Spanning 154 years (1753-1907), this collection contains references to the Mexican War and the Civil War and also touches on the issues of Indians and slavery.","2pp. D.","Settling books of late partnership; owed money by Preston. 2pp. ALS.","Survey of 200 acres of land in Montgomery County for William Foster. 1p. D.","Next meet at Botetourt; will introduce new relation; invite Sally and Francis to Botetourt; need Col. Cabell in order to appoint diem falcium; want certificates from Pelhan but cannot reach him; also includes newspaper clipping concerning John D. Blair. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Preston only officer present; \"Indians hovering near my lines\"; W. Breckenridge's family at Smithfield; Bluestone fired on by three Indians; W. Crockett then Preston search for Indians; Indians retired to the Henides?; hard to surprise; assembly called early; prepare to leave before expected; sent Jim home to put horses in order; instruct brother to take care of horses; send book Vatell's Law of Nations; did not send sugar; also includes a morning report of Lieut. Crockett's detachment of Capt. Preston's company. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Arrived at Colstee?; boats delayed; projects disagreeable voyage due to low tide; regained deserters for reward; deserters confined; General Wayne moved down river; Wayne killed Indians [Miami?] with bayonets; Wayne desires 15 or 20 hundred militia for battle; unlikely as militia unwilling to serve under him; Indians enjoy peace this spring and summer; Indians \"live in dread in their small forts in the most wretched manner\". 2pp. ALS.","Not heard from family since leaving Smithfield; expected Tamy? who was delayed in seeking money at home; dispirited but hope to soon return to good state of health; Francis fears a relapse; wants to be kept abreast of family's welfare; urges Francis to think first of his health; offer loan; prevented from going to Philadelphia in winter so won't see Francis; requests names of merchants to whom Francis is indebted; lottery. 4pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Congratulate on birth of son; serpent of faction threatens brother's election; opponent on circuit in G. Briar of Paris; opponent has agents in different counties throughout district; brother has a chance to mortify his enemies; \"those that appear to be his well wishers appear distressed at the head\"; can't come visit but willing to meet in Rockbridge of Botetourt; young ladies have French tutor; request Vistoe's[?] French Grammar. 2pp. ALS.","Bond for title. 1p. D.","Scope and Contents","Heading to Philadelphia from Richmond; decide to return home; send stage copies of several surveys; in order to dispose of the acreage in Mrs. Mirret's[?] name he desires the right of inspection and ability to reject if necessary; directions for sale of plots by Francis will come in W. Taylor's letter; send 100 dollars of collected debt money to Preston; unsuccessful at hiring Negroes; advertised and attended Henrico and Hanover court; \"seen number hired, but not one person was willing to let their Negroes go so far as you wanted although the terms suited them\"; abandoned idea; better to buy; will attempt to purchase on credit in Goochland, Louisa, and Fluvanna counties; have \"cleverman\" buy the Negro; request Billy be sent to Virginia. 4pp. ALS.","Mr. Lennard quit and hired a new man; cannot sell land entrusted to him but will continue to try; ask bother to collect 1000 dollar debt owed him by Evans; hold onto land; doesn't know if Mr. Price the register has disposed of certificates; ask if again a candidate for senate; opposition Smyth attended congress; Smyth merciless; treaty rescued by president; proposal to present all information before treaty comes before Congress; resolution oppoesd on grounds it is unneccessary and unconstitutional; invades executive's rights; papers the property of Senate. 4pp. AL.","Accept invitation to visit; mother will also come and travel to Sweet Springs for health; congratulate on birth of second son; likely will be brought up in military school and instructed in reality of war; mortified he has no son; wants nephew William to visit him in winter; will give him a sword; public doubts nephew's courage; he personally has no doubt will succesfully use sword on proper occasion. 3pp. ALS.","Draft to executor accepting position of commisioner to provide for opening of road from upper James River to the Kanawha River. 1p. Df.","Expect the arrival of Francis; pay seventy-five pounds cash out of annuity to Peggy; Johnny and children ill. 3pp. ALS.","Had Aglae purchase a shawl; will send money for shawl; possibly visit, but have four children and forty to fifty in family; want her certificate for claim of turnpike shares, also includes typewritten transcript of letter. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Introduce William Preston; ask for him to receive William; future gloomy; live among strangers; region being settled by cold-hearted Pennsylvanian immigrants; \"the Rowdy\" also taking over; the Rowdy come from no particular state but are native; life only supportable because of chases [horse races] and climate; friends are General Preston's family; Morton has strong ties to keep him in France. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Want to borrow after having been paid thirty to fifty thousand dollars; sale of property to Mr. Coallen; will send Mr. Sallworks? to help in sale; Coallen sold Negroes in South Carolina and got 500 dollars; can get a good price but don't pressure too much; \"He's an old Augusta man will I imagine treat the Negroes kindly\". 3pp. ALS.","Court case shifting against them; Marcellus Smith brought forward to prove Preston Smith authorized to settle treasury business with Mr. Baker; attorneys seek right to ask how much money John Preston usually let in the treasury; commonwealth wants bank books to prove 39,000 cannot have been part of money in bank which was turned over to Baker; case may go to appeals; Call? would not communicate plan of foreclosing the literary fund; $6,200 unaccounted for from literary fund; was a law in which money could be borrowed from fund which was made unneccessary with peace; no money from fund had actually been received; case look brighter on Thursday; may be acquitted of 39,000. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Send two notes of $2000; things going badly in Richmond; agitation due to slavery question; \"blunder of Calhoun in bringing Van Buren back among us by rejecting him\"; Northern party carrying on war with South; hopes this will unite Southern party in \"common sense of wrong and determination of resistance\"; when struggle starts those like Ritchie [Van Buren] who betray party will be put down; \"we must shoot all deserters and spies\". 2pp. ALS.","Send a profile of himself; profile made by a woman without arms; will soon return home; will write to Pres[ton Johnston] who is now student at an academy. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Announce death of Charles; body found in creek; he was eating at an inn in Alexandria; heard steamboat bell and attempted to return to \"this place\"; supposedly missed the wharf and fell in the water; lost his life by a \"scrupulous endeavor to be at his post in the performance of his public duty\". 2pp. ALS.","William's business injured by amounts taken from the capital of the store and other debts; Harriet will take John; good place for him as Harriet's mode of government strong and uniform; business slow because so many druggists; Devotion and Osgood draw away customers; Doctr. Vail is 87 and still doing business. 3pp. ALS.","Preamble and resolution from Washington respecting death of her brother [Preston Johnston]; victories by army under Genl Scott over Mexican forces; in battle Lieutenant John Preston fell; son of Charles Johnston who died in the Potomac River; Eliza only immediate family left; give condolences; also includes introductory letter to the preamble and resolution. 3pp. ALS.","Give the particulars of Mr. Johnston's unexpected death; Johnston had intended to return home from Columbia but postponed; friends visit that evening and he sent them away saying he would be better in the morning; died around 2 a.m.; doctor believes was inflammation of the bowels; was well loved; will erect tombstone; give love to Eliza. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Home only briefly; see grand-niece in Washington; mistaken in believing her uncles dislike Gov. Floyd; Gov. Floyd and Beverly were not on speaking terms, but nothing more; Edward appreciated his character; \"my entire separation from them, and their uncommunicative dispositions were enough to prevent my acquiring prejudices from them\"; also a newspaper clipping of the unveiling of Jackson's statue in Richmond. 4pp. ALS.","Introduction of Baldwin Mollhausen; given place on expedition of the Colorado River under the command of Lieutenant Ives; expeditions out West admired in Europe; present a portrait of the author of 'A political Essay on New Spain'; also includes English translation of the letter which is written in French and photocopies of both the original and translation. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Thanks for invitation for the evening; decline because president wanted to go \"sparking\" alone on a Saturday night; mysterious raid upon the soldier's home. 4pp. ALS.","Military associate of deceased brother [Preston Johnston] who fell in Mexico; offer Eliza Hughes the colored lithograph Preston had presented him with earlier. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Promoted to position of general; appointment proof of governor's [John B. Floyd]? friendship; officers of the Q Masters department opposed appointment to keep generalcy among themselves; governor acted as advocate; vote on nomination in Senate was 31 to 3- \"the latter being the most rabid of the black republicans\"; get to settle down and will become neighbors due to railraod. 3pp. ALS.","PV.","Scope and Contents","Made purchases for Hughes and present him the bill; \"I am not as flush as when the U.S. gave me $6000 a year in gold\"; the starters of the National Express company propose to make Johnston president; want the reports of the battles of Williamsburg and Seven Pines; many of his papers lost; fear publication mentioned is a volume of confederate reports of battles; \"compilers rejected all that I want\"; offered partnership in stock raising. 4pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Stopped in Baltimore because of sore throat caused by leaving New York too early; want to visit Eliza but delayed because of illness; business in New York was \"to raise money for a Southern company- with Southern property for security\"; found people fearful of investing money in the South; hope for settlement of affairs at next session of Congress; when in Selma, hope to dissolve connection with Alabama railroad company, as it is in bad condition; also newspaper clipping of the funeral service of Mrs. Gen. Joseph E. Johnston. 3pp. ALS.","Sent lock of hair found with your father's [Charles Johnston] license to practice law. 1pp. ALS.","Younger of the two consecrated to the Episcopate; have similar backgrounds- both belonged to the Monumental church, went to University of Virginia, and attended Virginia seminary; also both had same Sunday school teacher; fall short of what should have been, yet owe debt of gratitude for whatever they have achieved. 2pp. ALS.","Had done nothing which deserved commendation; see no fruit from seeds planted, but God answers prayers; stress the catechism in teaching; thanks for good wishes; also includes newspaper clippings of the letters and a description of the Faith Trumbell chapter meeting. 2pp. ALS.","Party thrown by Secretary Cobb on the ship Harriet Lane; the President disapproves and decides to pay for it out of pocklet so public property not put to private use; Cobb paid for it himself. NwsCl.","Against army bill Burnsides; claims no knowledge of the plan attached to the military appropriations bill. 2pp. ALS.","Appointment has made a difference in administration of justice; had letter from Mr. Washington who has opposition; trust that it is not formidable and the he will secure a place with Hope's help. 2pp. ALS.","Request a barrel of oysters be sent to 1023 Connecticut Ave. 1p. ALS.","Learn that Floyd [Hughes] had a daughter, making Johnston a great-great-uncle ?; give congratulations; save name of Preston for a boy; also included newspaper clipping announcing death of Eliza Preston Hughes, infant daughter of Floyd and Nannie R. Hughes, aged 4 months. 2pp. ALS.","Invitation to the 200th Charter Day at William and Mary. 1p. D.","Written son for extra copies and will send if they exist; Col. John Mason dead; advise to write to widow. 1p. TDS.","Poor Health; felt badly after performance and had to return to room; compliments to the club. 1p. ALS.","Tardy in acknowledging letter; obliged for enclosed documents; have difficulty separating fact with family tradition; Munford's claim of Sritersville?, West Va. being named after Mr. Radford's (I) mother and niece conflicts with county records; want to trace ancestry of Mr. Radford; father knew family and stayed in Radford ancestral home while in England in command of the Mediterranean squads. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Thanks for sending lecture \"Editors of the Past\"; Judge Hughes assigned to give lecture by Press Association; lecture monstly on his \"diamond-pointed pen in his best and balmiest days and of the great journalists whose lives and characters and works he has so graphically delineated\"; wrote for Examiner about \"Know Nothing\" campaign; now public knows more about the Examiner and its brilliant editors. 3pp. ALS.","Had given husband Preston papers; request that turn them over to cousin Floyd Hughes; want papers preserved and ancestors researched; also includes transcript of letter. 1pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Reject offer of vacation; has job that pays 2 dollars a day and weather delightful; relax at the Chesapeake Club and Virginia Beach; does not want to leave a lady- \"have it pretty bad\". 6pp. ALS.","List of names with their position in society; sailed up the Potomac to Mt. Vernon; picnic by Washington's tomb; visit naval academy, government house and Fort McHenry where a light artillery drill was performed; visit Old Point where observe dress parade then attend a ball; party given by Secretary Cobb and Mr. Schull on a boat; invitations very limited; officers give up berths for ladies and men sleep on deck. 4pp. Ms.","Want Mrs. Hughes at the ship when it departs; wise head of the house is not up yet; does not want to leave in such a storm. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Friday Evening. H. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Invitation to dine; president has just returned from town. 2pp. ALS. Saturday Evening. Harriet R. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Describe riding habit; Lady Ouseley wants to see \"Tiny\"; will decide whether or not to engage her when reach New York; lady was charming, but the major would not remain to be \"victimized\". 4pp. ALS. July 10. H. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Thanks for gift of food; hope to see at party on Tuesday; ready to leave wharf on Tuesday; will send fly poison; flies problematic- \"they die by the thousands with us, but other gallant comrades fly in\". 3pp.","1pp. L. January 16. Invitation from Baron Gerault to Gov. Floyd for dinner on Tuesday the 26th. 1pp. L.","Scope and Contents","\"Floyd acquitted himself handsomely in his maiden jury speech\". 2pp. ALS.","Public agent to negotiate 'this business'; agent Hardy appointed; Col. John Taylor will also attend; Taylor had helped rescind resolution disputing title to land which left the matter open for present discussion; propose to pay for Taylor's two journeys. 1p. ALS.","30pp. PV.","4pp. PL.","14pp. PV.","3pp. PD. Letters of recommendation dated 1910-1911 for Floyd Hughes regarding his appointment as Collector of Customs to President William H. Taft; also includes a draft of Floyd Hughes resignation from the position in 1913 and an acceptance of the resignation dated 1914. TLs. 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Acc. 2002.37","/repositories/2/resources/9417","Virginia--History--Civil War, 1861-1865","Indians of North America--History--19th century","United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865","United States--History--Mexican War, 1845-1848","United States--Politics and Government","United States--Slavery","Correspondence","65 items","Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","Letters and papers of the Floyd, Johnston, and Preston families, as well as newspaper articles principally concerning Gen. Joseph E. Johnston and Judge Robert William Hughes. The central figures in the collection include Gen. John Preston, his brother Gen. Francis Preston, Gen Joseph E. Johnston (1807-1891), his niece, Eliza Hughes (1825-1908), and Harriet Lane, niece of President Buchanan. The collection also contains the correspondence of or papers relating to Congressman Charles C. Johnston (1795-1832), Judge R.W. Hughes (1821-1901), Alexander von Humboldt, and Governor/ Secretary of War John B. Floyd (1806-1863). Spanning 154 years (1753-1907), this collection contains references to the Mexican War and the Civil War and also touches on the issues of Indians and slavery.","2pp. D.","Settling books of late partnership; owed money by Preston. 2pp. ALS.","Survey of 200 acres of land in Montgomery County for William Foster. 1p. D.","Next meet at Botetourt; will introduce new relation; invite Sally and Francis to Botetourt; need Col. Cabell in order to appoint diem falcium; want certificates from Pelhan but cannot reach him; also includes newspaper clipping concerning John D. Blair. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Preston only officer present; \"Indians hovering near my lines\"; W. Breckenridge's family at Smithfield; Bluestone fired on by three Indians; W. Crockett then Preston search for Indians; Indians retired to the Henides?; hard to surprise; assembly called early; prepare to leave before expected; sent Jim home to put horses in order; instruct brother to take care of horses; send book Vatell's Law of Nations; did not send sugar; also includes a morning report of Lieut. Crockett's detachment of Capt. Preston's company. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Arrived at Colstee?; boats delayed; projects disagreeable voyage due to low tide; regained deserters for reward; deserters confined; General Wayne moved down river; Wayne killed Indians [Miami?] with bayonets; Wayne desires 15 or 20 hundred militia for battle; unlikely as militia unwilling to serve under him; Indians enjoy peace this spring and summer; Indians \"live in dread in their small forts in the most wretched manner\". 2pp. ALS.","Not heard from family since leaving Smithfield; expected Tamy? who was delayed in seeking money at home; dispirited but hope to soon return to good state of health; Francis fears a relapse; wants to be kept abreast of family's welfare; urges Francis to think first of his health; offer loan; prevented from going to Philadelphia in winter so won't see Francis; requests names of merchants to whom Francis is indebted; lottery. 4pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Congratulate on birth of son; serpent of faction threatens brother's election; opponent on circuit in G. Briar of Paris; opponent has agents in different counties throughout district; brother has a chance to mortify his enemies; \"those that appear to be his well wishers appear distressed at the head\"; can't come visit but willing to meet in Rockbridge of Botetourt; young ladies have French tutor; request Vistoe's[?] French Grammar. 2pp. ALS.","Bond for title. 1p. D.","Scope and Contents","Heading to Philadelphia from Richmond; decide to return home; send stage copies of several surveys; in order to dispose of the acreage in Mrs. Mirret's[?] name he desires the right of inspection and ability to reject if necessary; directions for sale of plots by Francis will come in W. Taylor's letter; send 100 dollars of collected debt money to Preston; unsuccessful at hiring Negroes; advertised and attended Henrico and Hanover court; \"seen number hired, but not one person was willing to let their Negroes go so far as you wanted although the terms suited them\"; abandoned idea; better to buy; will attempt to purchase on credit in Goochland, Louisa, and Fluvanna counties; have \"cleverman\" buy the Negro; request Billy be sent to Virginia. 4pp. ALS.","Mr. Lennard quit and hired a new man; cannot sell land entrusted to him but will continue to try; ask bother to collect 1000 dollar debt owed him by Evans; hold onto land; doesn't know if Mr. Price the register has disposed of certificates; ask if again a candidate for senate; opposition Smyth attended congress; Smyth merciless; treaty rescued by president; proposal to present all information before treaty comes before Congress; resolution oppoesd on grounds it is unneccessary and unconstitutional; invades executive's rights; papers the property of Senate. 4pp. AL.","Accept invitation to visit; mother will also come and travel to Sweet Springs for health; congratulate on birth of second son; likely will be brought up in military school and instructed in reality of war; mortified he has no son; wants nephew William to visit him in winter; will give him a sword; public doubts nephew's courage; he personally has no doubt will succesfully use sword on proper occasion. 3pp. ALS.","Draft to executor accepting position of commisioner to provide for opening of road from upper James River to the Kanawha River. 1p. Df.","Expect the arrival of Francis; pay seventy-five pounds cash out of annuity to Peggy; Johnny and children ill. 3pp. ALS.","Had Aglae purchase a shawl; will send money for shawl; possibly visit, but have four children and forty to fifty in family; want her certificate for claim of turnpike shares, also includes typewritten transcript of letter. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Introduce William Preston; ask for him to receive William; future gloomy; live among strangers; region being settled by cold-hearted Pennsylvanian immigrants; \"the Rowdy\" also taking over; the Rowdy come from no particular state but are native; life only supportable because of chases [horse races] and climate; friends are General Preston's family; Morton has strong ties to keep him in France. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Want to borrow after having been paid thirty to fifty thousand dollars; sale of property to Mr. Coallen; will send Mr. Sallworks? to help in sale; Coallen sold Negroes in South Carolina and got 500 dollars; can get a good price but don't pressure too much; \"He's an old Augusta man will I imagine treat the Negroes kindly\". 3pp. ALS.","Court case shifting against them; Marcellus Smith brought forward to prove Preston Smith authorized to settle treasury business with Mr. Baker; attorneys seek right to ask how much money John Preston usually let in the treasury; commonwealth wants bank books to prove 39,000 cannot have been part of money in bank which was turned over to Baker; case may go to appeals; Call? would not communicate plan of foreclosing the literary fund; $6,200 unaccounted for from literary fund; was a law in which money could be borrowed from fund which was made unneccessary with peace; no money from fund had actually been received; case look brighter on Thursday; may be acquitted of 39,000. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Send two notes of $2000; things going badly in Richmond; agitation due to slavery question; \"blunder of Calhoun in bringing Van Buren back among us by rejecting him\"; Northern party carrying on war with South; hopes this will unite Southern party in \"common sense of wrong and determination of resistance\"; when struggle starts those like Ritchie [Van Buren] who betray party will be put down; \"we must shoot all deserters and spies\". 2pp. ALS.","Send a profile of himself; profile made by a woman without arms; will soon return home; will write to Pres[ton Johnston] who is now student at an academy. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Announce death of Charles; body found in creek; he was eating at an inn in Alexandria; heard steamboat bell and attempted to return to \"this place\"; supposedly missed the wharf and fell in the water; lost his life by a \"scrupulous endeavor to be at his post in the performance of his public duty\". 2pp. ALS.","William's business injured by amounts taken from the capital of the store and other debts; Harriet will take John; good place for him as Harriet's mode of government strong and uniform; business slow because so many druggists; Devotion and Osgood draw away customers; Doctr. Vail is 87 and still doing business. 3pp. ALS.","Preamble and resolution from Washington respecting death of her brother [Preston Johnston]; victories by army under Genl Scott over Mexican forces; in battle Lieutenant John Preston fell; son of Charles Johnston who died in the Potomac River; Eliza only immediate family left; give condolences; also includes introductory letter to the preamble and resolution. 3pp. ALS.","Give the particulars of Mr. Johnston's unexpected death; Johnston had intended to return home from Columbia but postponed; friends visit that evening and he sent them away saying he would be better in the morning; died around 2 a.m.; doctor believes was inflammation of the bowels; was well loved; will erect tombstone; give love to Eliza. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Home only briefly; see grand-niece in Washington; mistaken in believing her uncles dislike Gov. Floyd; Gov. Floyd and Beverly were not on speaking terms, but nothing more; Edward appreciated his character; \"my entire separation from them, and their uncommunicative dispositions were enough to prevent my acquiring prejudices from them\"; also a newspaper clipping of the unveiling of Jackson's statue in Richmond. 4pp. ALS.","Introduction of Baldwin Mollhausen; given place on expedition of the Colorado River under the command of Lieutenant Ives; expeditions out West admired in Europe; present a portrait of the author of 'A political Essay on New Spain'; also includes English translation of the letter which is written in French and photocopies of both the original and translation. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Thanks for invitation for the evening; decline because president wanted to go \"sparking\" alone on a Saturday night; mysterious raid upon the soldier's home. 4pp. ALS.","Military associate of deceased brother [Preston Johnston] who fell in Mexico; offer Eliza Hughes the colored lithograph Preston had presented him with earlier. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Promoted to position of general; appointment proof of governor's [John B. Floyd]? friendship; officers of the Q Masters department opposed appointment to keep generalcy among themselves; governor acted as advocate; vote on nomination in Senate was 31 to 3- \"the latter being the most rabid of the black republicans\"; get to settle down and will become neighbors due to railraod. 3pp. ALS.","PV.","Scope and Contents","Made purchases for Hughes and present him the bill; \"I am not as flush as when the U.S. gave me $6000 a year in gold\"; the starters of the National Express company propose to make Johnston president; want the reports of the battles of Williamsburg and Seven Pines; many of his papers lost; fear publication mentioned is a volume of confederate reports of battles; \"compilers rejected all that I want\"; offered partnership in stock raising. 4pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Stopped in Baltimore because of sore throat caused by leaving New York too early; want to visit Eliza but delayed because of illness; business in New York was \"to raise money for a Southern company- with Southern property for security\"; found people fearful of investing money in the South; hope for settlement of affairs at next session of Congress; when in Selma, hope to dissolve connection with Alabama railroad company, as it is in bad condition; also newspaper clipping of the funeral service of Mrs. Gen. Joseph E. Johnston. 3pp. ALS.","Sent lock of hair found with your father's [Charles Johnston] license to practice law. 1pp. ALS.","Younger of the two consecrated to the Episcopate; have similar backgrounds- both belonged to the Monumental church, went to University of Virginia, and attended Virginia seminary; also both had same Sunday school teacher; fall short of what should have been, yet owe debt of gratitude for whatever they have achieved. 2pp. ALS.","Had done nothing which deserved commendation; see no fruit from seeds planted, but God answers prayers; stress the catechism in teaching; thanks for good wishes; also includes newspaper clippings of the letters and a description of the Faith Trumbell chapter meeting. 2pp. ALS.","Party thrown by Secretary Cobb on the ship Harriet Lane; the President disapproves and decides to pay for it out of pocklet so public property not put to private use; Cobb paid for it himself. NwsCl.","Against army bill Burnsides; claims no knowledge of the plan attached to the military appropriations bill. 2pp. ALS.","Appointment has made a difference in administration of justice; had letter from Mr. Washington who has opposition; trust that it is not formidable and the he will secure a place with Hope's help. 2pp. ALS.","Request a barrel of oysters be sent to 1023 Connecticut Ave. 1p. ALS.","Learn that Floyd [Hughes] had a daughter, making Johnston a great-great-uncle ?; give congratulations; save name of Preston for a boy; also included newspaper clipping announcing death of Eliza Preston Hughes, infant daughter of Floyd and Nannie R. Hughes, aged 4 months. 2pp. ALS.","Invitation to the 200th Charter Day at William and Mary. 1p. D.","Written son for extra copies and will send if they exist; Col. John Mason dead; advise to write to widow. 1p. TDS.","Poor Health; felt badly after performance and had to return to room; compliments to the club. 1p. ALS.","Tardy in acknowledging letter; obliged for enclosed documents; have difficulty separating fact with family tradition; Munford's claim of Sritersville?, West Va. being named after Mr. Radford's (I) mother and niece conflicts with county records; want to trace ancestry of Mr. Radford; father knew family and stayed in Radford ancestral home while in England in command of the Mediterranean squads. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Thanks for sending lecture \"Editors of the Past\"; Judge Hughes assigned to give lecture by Press Association; lecture monstly on his \"diamond-pointed pen in his best and balmiest days and of the great journalists whose lives and characters and works he has so graphically delineated\"; wrote for Examiner about \"Know Nothing\" campaign; now public knows more about the Examiner and its brilliant editors. 3pp. ALS.","Had given husband Preston papers; request that turn them over to cousin Floyd Hughes; want papers preserved and ancestors researched; also includes transcript of letter. 1pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Reject offer of vacation; has job that pays 2 dollars a day and weather delightful; relax at the Chesapeake Club and Virginia Beach; does not want to leave a lady- \"have it pretty bad\". 6pp. ALS.","List of names with their position in society; sailed up the Potomac to Mt. Vernon; picnic by Washington's tomb; visit naval academy, government house and Fort McHenry where a light artillery drill was performed; visit Old Point where observe dress parade then attend a ball; party given by Secretary Cobb and Mr. Schull on a boat; invitations very limited; officers give up berths for ladies and men sleep on deck. 4pp. Ms.","Want Mrs. Hughes at the ship when it departs; wise head of the house is not up yet; does not want to leave in such a storm. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Friday Evening. H. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Invitation to dine; president has just returned from town. 2pp. ALS. Saturday Evening. Harriet R. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Describe riding habit; Lady Ouseley wants to see \"Tiny\"; will decide whether or not to engage her when reach New York; lady was charming, but the major would not remain to be \"victimized\". 4pp. ALS. July 10. H. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Thanks for gift of food; hope to see at party on Tuesday; ready to leave wharf on Tuesday; will send fly poison; flies problematic- \"they die by the thousands with us, but other gallant comrades fly in\". 3pp.","1pp. L. January 16. Invitation from Baron Gerault to Gov. Floyd for dinner on Tuesday the 26th. 1pp. L.","Scope and Contents","\"Floyd acquitted himself handsomely in his maiden jury speech\". 2pp. ALS.","Public agent to negotiate 'this business'; agent Hardy appointed; Col. John Taylor will also attend; Taylor had helped rescind resolution disputing title to land which left the matter open for present discussion; propose to pay for Taylor's two journeys. 1p. ALS.","30pp. PV.","4pp. PL.","14pp. PV.","3pp. PD. Letters of recommendation dated 1910-1911 for Floyd Hughes regarding his appointment as Collector of Customs to President William H. Taft; also includes a draft of Floyd Hughes resignation from the position in 1913 and an acceptance of the resignation dated 1914. TLs. 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Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eFloyd-Johnston-Preston Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e  "],"prefercite_tesim":["Floyd-Johnston-Preston Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eLetters and papers of the Floyd, Johnston, and Preston families, as well as newspaper articles principally concerning Gen. Joseph E. Johnston and Judge Robert William Hughes. The central figures in the collection include Gen. John Preston, his brother Gen. Francis Preston, Gen Joseph E. Johnston (1807-1891), his niece, Eliza Hughes (1825-1908), and Harriet Lane, niece of President Buchanan. The collection also contains the correspondence of or papers relating to Congressman Charles C. Johnston (1795-1832), Judge R.W. Hughes (1821-1901), Alexander von Humboldt, and Governor/ Secretary of War John B. Floyd (1806-1863). Spanning 154 years (1753-1907), this collection contains references to the Mexican War and the Civil War and also touches on the issues of Indians and slavery.\u003c/p\u003e  ","\u003cp\u003e2pp. D.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSettling books of late partnership; owed money by Preston. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey of 200 acres of land in Montgomery County for William Foster. 1p. D.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNext meet at Botetourt; will introduce new relation; invite Sally and Francis to Botetourt; need Col. Cabell in order to appoint diem falcium; want certificates from Pelhan but cannot reach him; also includes newspaper clipping concerning John D. Blair. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePreston only officer present; \"Indians hovering near my lines\"; W. Breckenridge's family at Smithfield; Bluestone fired on by three Indians; W. Crockett then Preston search for Indians; Indians retired to the Henides?; hard to surprise; assembly called early; prepare to leave before expected; sent Jim home to put horses in order; instruct brother to take care of horses; send book Vatell's Law of Nations; did not send sugar; also includes a morning report of Lieut. Crockett's detachment of Capt. Preston's company. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrived at Colstee?; boats delayed; projects disagreeable voyage due to low tide; regained deserters for reward; deserters confined; General Wayne moved down river; Wayne killed Indians [Miami?] with bayonets; Wayne desires 15 or 20 hundred militia for battle; unlikely as militia unwilling to serve under him; Indians enjoy peace this spring and summer; Indians \"live in dread in their small forts in the most wretched manner\". 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNot heard from family since leaving Smithfield; expected Tamy? who was delayed in seeking money at home; dispirited but hope to soon return to good state of health; Francis fears a relapse; wants to be kept abreast of family's welfare; urges Francis to think first of his health; offer loan; prevented from going to Philadelphia in winter so won't see Francis; requests names of merchants to whom Francis is indebted; lottery. 4pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongratulate on birth of son; serpent of faction threatens brother's election; opponent on circuit in G. Briar of Paris; opponent has agents in different counties throughout district; brother has a chance to mortify his enemies; \"those that appear to be his well wishers appear distressed at the head\"; can't come visit but willing to meet in Rockbridge of Botetourt; young ladies have French tutor; request Vistoe's[?] French Grammar. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond for title. 1p. D.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHeading to Philadelphia from Richmond; decide to return home; send stage copies of several surveys; in order to dispose of the acreage in Mrs. Mirret's[?] name he desires the right of inspection and ability to reject if necessary; directions for sale of plots by Francis will come in W. Taylor's letter; send 100 dollars of collected debt money to Preston; unsuccessful at hiring Negroes; advertised and attended Henrico and Hanover court; \"seen number hired, but not one person was willing to let their Negroes go so far as you wanted although the terms suited them\"; abandoned idea; better to buy; will attempt to purchase on credit in Goochland, Louisa, and Fluvanna counties; have \"cleverman\" buy the Negro; request Billy be sent to Virginia. 4pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Lennard quit and hired a new man; cannot sell land entrusted to him but will continue to try; ask bother to collect 1000 dollar debt owed him by Evans; hold onto land; doesn't know if Mr. Price the register has disposed of certificates; ask if again a candidate for senate; opposition Smyth attended congress; Smyth merciless; treaty rescued by president; proposal to present all information before treaty comes before Congress; resolution oppoesd on grounds it is unneccessary and unconstitutional; invades executive's rights; papers the property of Senate. 4pp. AL.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccept invitation to visit; mother will also come and travel to Sweet Springs for health; congratulate on birth of second son; likely will be brought up in military school and instructed in reality of war; mortified he has no son; wants nephew William to visit him in winter; will give him a sword; public doubts nephew's courage; he personally has no doubt will succesfully use sword on proper occasion. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft to executor accepting position of commisioner to provide for opening of road from upper James River to the Kanawha River. 1p. Df.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpect the arrival of Francis; pay seventy-five pounds cash out of annuity to Peggy; Johnny and children ill. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHad Aglae purchase a shawl; will send money for shawl; possibly visit, but have four children and forty to fifty in family; want her certificate for claim of turnpike shares, also includes typewritten transcript of letter. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduce William Preston; ask for him to receive William; future gloomy; live among strangers; region being settled by cold-hearted Pennsylvanian immigrants; \"the Rowdy\" also taking over; the Rowdy come from no particular state but are native; life only supportable because of chases [horse races] and climate; friends are General Preston's family; Morton has strong ties to keep him in France. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWant to borrow after having been paid thirty to fifty thousand dollars; sale of property to Mr. Coallen; will send Mr. Sallworks? to help in sale; Coallen sold Negroes in South Carolina and got 500 dollars; can get a good price but don't pressure too much; \"He's an old Augusta man will I imagine treat the Negroes kindly\". 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCourt case shifting against them; Marcellus Smith brought forward to prove Preston Smith authorized to settle treasury business with Mr. Baker; attorneys seek right to ask how much money John Preston usually let in the treasury; commonwealth wants bank books to prove 39,000 cannot have been part of money in bank which was turned over to Baker; case may go to appeals; Call? would not communicate plan of foreclosing the literary fund; $6,200 unaccounted for from literary fund; was a law in which money could be borrowed from fund which was made unneccessary with peace; no money from fund had actually been received; case look brighter on Thursday; may be acquitted of 39,000. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSend two notes of $2000; things going badly in Richmond; agitation due to slavery question; \"blunder of Calhoun in bringing Van Buren back among us by rejecting him\"; Northern party carrying on war with South; hopes this will unite Southern party in \"common sense of wrong and determination of resistance\"; when struggle starts those like Ritchie [Van Buren] who betray party will be put down; \"we must shoot all deserters and spies\". 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSend a profile of himself; profile made by a woman without arms; will soon return home; will write to Pres[ton Johnston] who is now student at an academy. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnounce death of Charles; body found in creek; he was eating at an inn in Alexandria; heard steamboat bell and attempted to return to \"this place\"; supposedly missed the wharf and fell in the water; lost his life by a \"scrupulous endeavor to be at his post in the performance of his public duty\". 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam's business injured by amounts taken from the capital of the store and other debts; Harriet will take John; good place for him as Harriet's mode of government strong and uniform; business slow because so many druggists; Devotion and Osgood draw away customers; Doctr. Vail is 87 and still doing business. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePreamble and resolution from Washington respecting death of her brother [Preston Johnston]; victories by army under Genl Scott over Mexican forces; in battle Lieutenant John Preston fell; son of Charles Johnston who died in the Potomac River; Eliza only immediate family left; give condolences; also includes introductory letter to the preamble and resolution. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGive the particulars of Mr. Johnston's unexpected death; Johnston had intended to return home from Columbia but postponed; friends visit that evening and he sent them away saying he would be better in the morning; died around 2 a.m.; doctor believes was inflammation of the bowels; was well loved; will erect tombstone; give love to Eliza. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHome only briefly; see grand-niece in Washington; mistaken in believing her uncles dislike Gov. Floyd; Gov. Floyd and Beverly were not on speaking terms, but nothing more; Edward appreciated his character; \"my entire separation from them, and their uncommunicative dispositions were enough to prevent my acquiring prejudices from them\"; also a newspaper clipping of the unveiling of Jackson's statue in Richmond. 4pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduction of Baldwin Mollhausen; given place on expedition of the Colorado River under the command of Lieutenant Ives; expeditions out West admired in Europe; present a portrait of the author of 'A political Essay on New Spain'; also includes English translation of the letter which is written in French and photocopies of both the original and translation. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for invitation for the evening; decline because president wanted to go \"sparking\" alone on a Saturday night; mysterious raid upon the soldier's home. 4pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMilitary associate of deceased brother [Preston Johnston] who fell in Mexico; offer Eliza Hughes the colored lithograph Preston had presented him with earlier. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromoted to position of general; appointment proof of governor's [John B. Floyd]? friendship; officers of the Q Masters department opposed appointment to keep generalcy among themselves; governor acted as advocate; vote on nomination in Senate was 31 to 3- \"the latter being the most rabid of the black republicans\"; get to settle down and will become neighbors due to railraod. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePV.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMade purchases for Hughes and present him the bill; \"I am not as flush as when the U.S. gave me $6000 a year in gold\"; the starters of the National Express company propose to make Johnston president; want the reports of the battles of Williamsburg and Seven Pines; many of his papers lost; fear publication mentioned is a volume of confederate reports of battles; \"compilers rejected all that I want\"; offered partnership in stock raising. 4pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStopped in Baltimore because of sore throat caused by leaving New York too early; want to visit Eliza but delayed because of illness; business in New York was \"to raise money for a Southern company- with Southern property for security\"; found people fearful of investing money in the South; hope for settlement of affairs at next session of Congress; when in Selma, hope to dissolve connection with Alabama railroad company, as it is in bad condition; also newspaper clipping of the funeral service of Mrs. Gen. Joseph E. Johnston. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSent lock of hair found with your father's [Charles Johnston] license to practice law. 1pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eYounger of the two consecrated to the Episcopate; have similar backgrounds- both belonged to the Monumental church, went to University of Virginia, and attended Virginia seminary; also both had same Sunday school teacher; fall short of what should have been, yet owe debt of gratitude for whatever they have achieved. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHad done nothing which deserved commendation; see no fruit from seeds planted, but God answers prayers; stress the catechism in teaching; thanks for good wishes; also includes newspaper clippings of the letters and a description of the Faith Trumbell chapter meeting. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eParty thrown by Secretary Cobb on the ship Harriet Lane; the President disapproves and decides to pay for it out of pocklet so public property not put to private use; Cobb paid for it himself. NwsCl.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgainst army bill Burnsides; claims no knowledge of the plan attached to the military appropriations bill. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppointment has made a difference in administration of justice; had letter from Mr. Washington who has opposition; trust that it is not formidable and the he will secure a place with Hope's help. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest a barrel of oysters be sent to 1023 Connecticut Ave. 1p. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLearn that Floyd [Hughes] had a daughter, making Johnston a great-great-uncle ?; give congratulations; save name of Preston for a boy; also included newspaper clipping announcing death of Eliza Preston Hughes, infant daughter of Floyd and Nannie R. Hughes, aged 4 months. 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to the 200th Charter Day at William and Mary. 1p. D.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWritten son for extra copies and will send if they exist; Col. John Mason dead; advise to write to widow. 1p. TDS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoor Health; felt badly after performance and had to return to room; compliments to the club. 1p. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTardy in acknowledging letter; obliged for enclosed documents; have difficulty separating fact with family tradition; Munford's claim of Sritersville?, West Va. being named after Mr. Radford's (I) mother and niece conflicts with county records; want to trace ancestry of Mr. Radford; father knew family and stayed in Radford ancestral home while in England in command of the Mediterranean squads. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for sending lecture \"Editors of the Past\"; Judge Hughes assigned to give lecture by Press Association; lecture monstly on his \"diamond-pointed pen in his best and balmiest days and of the great journalists whose lives and characters and works he has so graphically delineated\"; wrote for Examiner about \"Know Nothing\" campaign; now public knows more about the Examiner and its brilliant editors. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHad given husband Preston papers; request that turn them over to cousin Floyd Hughes; want papers preserved and ancestors researched; also includes transcript of letter. 1pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReject offer of vacation; has job that pays 2 dollars a day and weather delightful; relax at the Chesapeake Club and Virginia Beach; does not want to leave a lady- \"have it pretty bad\". 6pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of names with their position in society; sailed up the Potomac to Mt. Vernon; picnic by Washington's tomb; visit naval academy, government house and Fort McHenry where a light artillery drill was performed; visit Old Point where observe dress parade then attend a ball; party given by Secretary Cobb and Mr. Schull on a boat; invitations very limited; officers give up berths for ladies and men sleep on deck. 4pp. Ms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWant Mrs. Hughes at the ship when it departs; wise head of the house is not up yet; does not want to leave in such a storm. 3pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFriday Evening. H. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Invitation to dine; president has just returned from town. 2pp. ALS. Saturday Evening. Harriet R. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Describe riding habit; Lady Ouseley wants to see \"Tiny\"; will decide whether or not to engage her when reach New York; lady was charming, but the major would not remain to be \"victimized\". 4pp. ALS. July 10. H. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Thanks for gift of food; hope to see at party on Tuesday; ready to leave wharf on Tuesday; will send fly poison; flies problematic- \"they die by the thousands with us, but other gallant comrades fly in\". 3pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1pp. L. January 16. Invitation from Baron Gerault to Gov. Floyd for dinner on Tuesday the 26th. 1pp. L.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Floyd acquitted himself handsomely in his maiden jury speech\". 2pp. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePublic agent to negotiate 'this business'; agent Hardy appointed; Col. John Taylor will also attend; Taylor had helped rescind resolution disputing title to land which left the matter open for present discussion; propose to pay for Taylor's two journeys. 1p. ALS.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e30pp. PV.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e4pp. PL.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e14pp. PV.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3pp. PD. Letters of recommendation dated 1910-1911 for Floyd Hughes regarding his appointment as Collector of Customs to President William H. Taft; also includes a draft of Floyd Hughes resignation from the position in 1913 and an acceptance of the resignation dated 1914. TLs. Picture of Gen. Joseph E. Johnston Newspaper clippings about Gen. J.E. Johnston from 1864-1934 Newspaper clippings about Judge R.W. Hughes from 1870-1897\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotebook and a scrapbook containing newspaper clippings.\u003c/p\u003e"],"scopecontent_heading_ssm":["Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents"],"scopecontent_tesim":["Letters and papers of the Floyd, Johnston, and Preston families, as well as newspaper articles principally concerning Gen. Joseph E. Johnston and Judge Robert William Hughes. The central figures in the collection include Gen. John Preston, his brother Gen. Francis Preston, Gen Joseph E. Johnston (1807-1891), his niece, Eliza Hughes (1825-1908), and Harriet Lane, niece of President Buchanan. The collection also contains the correspondence of or papers relating to Congressman Charles C. Johnston (1795-1832), Judge R.W. Hughes (1821-1901), Alexander von Humboldt, and Governor/ Secretary of War John B. Floyd (1806-1863). Spanning 154 years (1753-1907), this collection contains references to the Mexican War and the Civil War and also touches on the issues of Indians and slavery.","2pp. D.","Settling books of late partnership; owed money by Preston. 2pp. ALS.","Survey of 200 acres of land in Montgomery County for William Foster. 1p. D.","Next meet at Botetourt; will introduce new relation; invite Sally and Francis to Botetourt; need Col. Cabell in order to appoint diem falcium; want certificates from Pelhan but cannot reach him; also includes newspaper clipping concerning John D. Blair. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Preston only officer present; \"Indians hovering near my lines\"; W. Breckenridge's family at Smithfield; Bluestone fired on by three Indians; W. Crockett then Preston search for Indians; Indians retired to the Henides?; hard to surprise; assembly called early; prepare to leave before expected; sent Jim home to put horses in order; instruct brother to take care of horses; send book Vatell's Law of Nations; did not send sugar; also includes a morning report of Lieut. Crockett's detachment of Capt. Preston's company. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Arrived at Colstee?; boats delayed; projects disagreeable voyage due to low tide; regained deserters for reward; deserters confined; General Wayne moved down river; Wayne killed Indians [Miami?] with bayonets; Wayne desires 15 or 20 hundred militia for battle; unlikely as militia unwilling to serve under him; Indians enjoy peace this spring and summer; Indians \"live in dread in their small forts in the most wretched manner\". 2pp. ALS.","Not heard from family since leaving Smithfield; expected Tamy? who was delayed in seeking money at home; dispirited but hope to soon return to good state of health; Francis fears a relapse; wants to be kept abreast of family's welfare; urges Francis to think first of his health; offer loan; prevented from going to Philadelphia in winter so won't see Francis; requests names of merchants to whom Francis is indebted; lottery. 4pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Congratulate on birth of son; serpent of faction threatens brother's election; opponent on circuit in G. Briar of Paris; opponent has agents in different counties throughout district; brother has a chance to mortify his enemies; \"those that appear to be his well wishers appear distressed at the head\"; can't come visit but willing to meet in Rockbridge of Botetourt; young ladies have French tutor; request Vistoe's[?] French Grammar. 2pp. ALS.","Bond for title. 1p. D.","Scope and Contents","Heading to Philadelphia from Richmond; decide to return home; send stage copies of several surveys; in order to dispose of the acreage in Mrs. Mirret's[?] name he desires the right of inspection and ability to reject if necessary; directions for sale of plots by Francis will come in W. Taylor's letter; send 100 dollars of collected debt money to Preston; unsuccessful at hiring Negroes; advertised and attended Henrico and Hanover court; \"seen number hired, but not one person was willing to let their Negroes go so far as you wanted although the terms suited them\"; abandoned idea; better to buy; will attempt to purchase on credit in Goochland, Louisa, and Fluvanna counties; have \"cleverman\" buy the Negro; request Billy be sent to Virginia. 4pp. ALS.","Mr. Lennard quit and hired a new man; cannot sell land entrusted to him but will continue to try; ask bother to collect 1000 dollar debt owed him by Evans; hold onto land; doesn't know if Mr. Price the register has disposed of certificates; ask if again a candidate for senate; opposition Smyth attended congress; Smyth merciless; treaty rescued by president; proposal to present all information before treaty comes before Congress; resolution oppoesd on grounds it is unneccessary and unconstitutional; invades executive's rights; papers the property of Senate. 4pp. AL.","Accept invitation to visit; mother will also come and travel to Sweet Springs for health; congratulate on birth of second son; likely will be brought up in military school and instructed in reality of war; mortified he has no son; wants nephew William to visit him in winter; will give him a sword; public doubts nephew's courage; he personally has no doubt will succesfully use sword on proper occasion. 3pp. ALS.","Draft to executor accepting position of commisioner to provide for opening of road from upper James River to the Kanawha River. 1p. Df.","Expect the arrival of Francis; pay seventy-five pounds cash out of annuity to Peggy; Johnny and children ill. 3pp. ALS.","Had Aglae purchase a shawl; will send money for shawl; possibly visit, but have four children and forty to fifty in family; want her certificate for claim of turnpike shares, also includes typewritten transcript of letter. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Introduce William Preston; ask for him to receive William; future gloomy; live among strangers; region being settled by cold-hearted Pennsylvanian immigrants; \"the Rowdy\" also taking over; the Rowdy come from no particular state but are native; life only supportable because of chases [horse races] and climate; friends are General Preston's family; Morton has strong ties to keep him in France. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Want to borrow after having been paid thirty to fifty thousand dollars; sale of property to Mr. Coallen; will send Mr. Sallworks? to help in sale; Coallen sold Negroes in South Carolina and got 500 dollars; can get a good price but don't pressure too much; \"He's an old Augusta man will I imagine treat the Negroes kindly\". 3pp. ALS.","Court case shifting against them; Marcellus Smith brought forward to prove Preston Smith authorized to settle treasury business with Mr. Baker; attorneys seek right to ask how much money John Preston usually let in the treasury; commonwealth wants bank books to prove 39,000 cannot have been part of money in bank which was turned over to Baker; case may go to appeals; Call? would not communicate plan of foreclosing the literary fund; $6,200 unaccounted for from literary fund; was a law in which money could be borrowed from fund which was made unneccessary with peace; no money from fund had actually been received; case look brighter on Thursday; may be acquitted of 39,000. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Send two notes of $2000; things going badly in Richmond; agitation due to slavery question; \"blunder of Calhoun in bringing Van Buren back among us by rejecting him\"; Northern party carrying on war with South; hopes this will unite Southern party in \"common sense of wrong and determination of resistance\"; when struggle starts those like Ritchie [Van Buren] who betray party will be put down; \"we must shoot all deserters and spies\". 2pp. ALS.","Send a profile of himself; profile made by a woman without arms; will soon return home; will write to Pres[ton Johnston] who is now student at an academy. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Announce death of Charles; body found in creek; he was eating at an inn in Alexandria; heard steamboat bell and attempted to return to \"this place\"; supposedly missed the wharf and fell in the water; lost his life by a \"scrupulous endeavor to be at his post in the performance of his public duty\". 2pp. ALS.","William's business injured by amounts taken from the capital of the store and other debts; Harriet will take John; good place for him as Harriet's mode of government strong and uniform; business slow because so many druggists; Devotion and Osgood draw away customers; Doctr. Vail is 87 and still doing business. 3pp. ALS.","Preamble and resolution from Washington respecting death of her brother [Preston Johnston]; victories by army under Genl Scott over Mexican forces; in battle Lieutenant John Preston fell; son of Charles Johnston who died in the Potomac River; Eliza only immediate family left; give condolences; also includes introductory letter to the preamble and resolution. 3pp. ALS.","Give the particulars of Mr. Johnston's unexpected death; Johnston had intended to return home from Columbia but postponed; friends visit that evening and he sent them away saying he would be better in the morning; died around 2 a.m.; doctor believes was inflammation of the bowels; was well loved; will erect tombstone; give love to Eliza. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Home only briefly; see grand-niece in Washington; mistaken in believing her uncles dislike Gov. Floyd; Gov. Floyd and Beverly were not on speaking terms, but nothing more; Edward appreciated his character; \"my entire separation from them, and their uncommunicative dispositions were enough to prevent my acquiring prejudices from them\"; also a newspaper clipping of the unveiling of Jackson's statue in Richmond. 4pp. ALS.","Introduction of Baldwin Mollhausen; given place on expedition of the Colorado River under the command of Lieutenant Ives; expeditions out West admired in Europe; present a portrait of the author of 'A political Essay on New Spain'; also includes English translation of the letter which is written in French and photocopies of both the original and translation. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Thanks for invitation for the evening; decline because president wanted to go \"sparking\" alone on a Saturday night; mysterious raid upon the soldier's home. 4pp. ALS.","Military associate of deceased brother [Preston Johnston] who fell in Mexico; offer Eliza Hughes the colored lithograph Preston had presented him with earlier. 2pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Promoted to position of general; appointment proof of governor's [John B. Floyd]? friendship; officers of the Q Masters department opposed appointment to keep generalcy among themselves; governor acted as advocate; vote on nomination in Senate was 31 to 3- \"the latter being the most rabid of the black republicans\"; get to settle down and will become neighbors due to railraod. 3pp. ALS.","PV.","Scope and Contents","Made purchases for Hughes and present him the bill; \"I am not as flush as when the U.S. gave me $6000 a year in gold\"; the starters of the National Express company propose to make Johnston president; want the reports of the battles of Williamsburg and Seven Pines; many of his papers lost; fear publication mentioned is a volume of confederate reports of battles; \"compilers rejected all that I want\"; offered partnership in stock raising. 4pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Stopped in Baltimore because of sore throat caused by leaving New York too early; want to visit Eliza but delayed because of illness; business in New York was \"to raise money for a Southern company- with Southern property for security\"; found people fearful of investing money in the South; hope for settlement of affairs at next session of Congress; when in Selma, hope to dissolve connection with Alabama railroad company, as it is in bad condition; also newspaper clipping of the funeral service of Mrs. Gen. Joseph E. Johnston. 3pp. ALS.","Sent lock of hair found with your father's [Charles Johnston] license to practice law. 1pp. ALS.","Younger of the two consecrated to the Episcopate; have similar backgrounds- both belonged to the Monumental church, went to University of Virginia, and attended Virginia seminary; also both had same Sunday school teacher; fall short of what should have been, yet owe debt of gratitude for whatever they have achieved. 2pp. ALS.","Had done nothing which deserved commendation; see no fruit from seeds planted, but God answers prayers; stress the catechism in teaching; thanks for good wishes; also includes newspaper clippings of the letters and a description of the Faith Trumbell chapter meeting. 2pp. ALS.","Party thrown by Secretary Cobb on the ship Harriet Lane; the President disapproves and decides to pay for it out of pocklet so public property not put to private use; Cobb paid for it himself. NwsCl.","Against army bill Burnsides; claims no knowledge of the plan attached to the military appropriations bill. 2pp. ALS.","Appointment has made a difference in administration of justice; had letter from Mr. Washington who has opposition; trust that it is not formidable and the he will secure a place with Hope's help. 2pp. ALS.","Request a barrel of oysters be sent to 1023 Connecticut Ave. 1p. ALS.","Learn that Floyd [Hughes] had a daughter, making Johnston a great-great-uncle ?; give congratulations; save name of Preston for a boy; also included newspaper clipping announcing death of Eliza Preston Hughes, infant daughter of Floyd and Nannie R. Hughes, aged 4 months. 2pp. ALS.","Invitation to the 200th Charter Day at William and Mary. 1p. D.","Written son for extra copies and will send if they exist; Col. John Mason dead; advise to write to widow. 1p. TDS.","Poor Health; felt badly after performance and had to return to room; compliments to the club. 1p. ALS.","Tardy in acknowledging letter; obliged for enclosed documents; have difficulty separating fact with family tradition; Munford's claim of Sritersville?, West Va. being named after Mr. Radford's (I) mother and niece conflicts with county records; want to trace ancestry of Mr. Radford; father knew family and stayed in Radford ancestral home while in England in command of the Mediterranean squads. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Thanks for sending lecture \"Editors of the Past\"; Judge Hughes assigned to give lecture by Press Association; lecture monstly on his \"diamond-pointed pen in his best and balmiest days and of the great journalists whose lives and characters and works he has so graphically delineated\"; wrote for Examiner about \"Know Nothing\" campaign; now public knows more about the Examiner and its brilliant editors. 3pp. ALS.","Had given husband Preston papers; request that turn them over to cousin Floyd Hughes; want papers preserved and ancestors researched; also includes transcript of letter. 1pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Reject offer of vacation; has job that pays 2 dollars a day and weather delightful; relax at the Chesapeake Club and Virginia Beach; does not want to leave a lady- \"have it pretty bad\". 6pp. ALS.","List of names with their position in society; sailed up the Potomac to Mt. Vernon; picnic by Washington's tomb; visit naval academy, government house and Fort McHenry where a light artillery drill was performed; visit Old Point where observe dress parade then attend a ball; party given by Secretary Cobb and Mr. Schull on a boat; invitations very limited; officers give up berths for ladies and men sleep on deck. 4pp. Ms.","Want Mrs. Hughes at the ship when it departs; wise head of the house is not up yet; does not want to leave in such a storm. 3pp. ALS.","Scope and Contents","Friday Evening. H. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Invitation to dine; president has just returned from town. 2pp. ALS. Saturday Evening. Harriet R. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Describe riding habit; Lady Ouseley wants to see \"Tiny\"; will decide whether or not to engage her when reach New York; lady was charming, but the major would not remain to be \"victimized\". 4pp. ALS. July 10. H. Lane, Soldier's House, to Mrs. Hughes. Thanks for gift of food; hope to see at party on Tuesday; ready to leave wharf on Tuesday; will send fly poison; flies problematic- \"they die by the thousands with us, but other gallant comrades fly in\". 3pp.","1pp. L. January 16. Invitation from Baron Gerault to Gov. Floyd for dinner on Tuesday the 26th. 1pp. L.","Scope and Contents","\"Floyd acquitted himself handsomely in his maiden jury speech\". 2pp. ALS.","Public agent to negotiate 'this business'; agent Hardy appointed; Col. John Taylor will also attend; Taylor had helped rescind resolution disputing title to land which left the matter open for present discussion; propose to pay for Taylor's two journeys. 1p. ALS.","30pp. PV.","4pp. PL.","14pp. PV.","3pp. PD. Letters of recommendation dated 1910-1911 for Floyd Hughes regarding his appointment as Collector of Customs to President William H. Taft; also includes a draft of Floyd Hughes resignation from the position in 1913 and an acceptance of the resignation dated 1914. TLs. Picture of Gen. Joseph E. Johnston Newspaper clippings about Gen. J.E. Johnston from 1864-1934 Newspaper clippings about Judge R.W. 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Included are family momentoes relating to Hughes' foster father, General Edward C. Carrington (1790-1855), and to Mrs. Hughes' father and brother, Charles C. (1795-1832) and John Preston Johnston (1821?-l847), articles written by Hughes on Virginia politics, newspapers, and horses, a few letters to Mrs. Hughes, and a scrapbook containing pamphlets and newspaper clippings of articles by Hughes or on subjects that interested Hughes, as well as a letter from J.H. Platt, Jr., Secretary, Union Congressional Republican Executive Committee, Washington, D.C., to Hughes, 17 Sept. 1870, concerning Virginia Republican politics. Prominent correspondents include Louis Agassiz, Chester A. Arthur, George Bancroft, Benjamin F. Butler, Lewis Cass, Claudius Crozet, J.M.L. Curry, John Moncure Daniel, John Warwick Daniel, J.D.B. DeBow, Benjamin S. Ewell, Ulysses S. Grant, James Barron Hope, G.P.R. James, Joseph E. Johnston, W.H.F. Lee, James Longstreet, John S. 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Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","Organization: This collection is organized into 2 Series: 1. Correspondence, and 2. Printed Material and Manuscript Volumes. Arrangement: This collection is arranged by date with those items without dates located at the end of the series. Series 1 is divided into subseries mostly by ten year increments.","Gift: 103 items, 10/14/1937.","Other Information:","Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00041.frame","Pardon not located as of January 2024.","Box and folder list compiled by Meredith Ramey in October 2011.","The John B. Floyd Papers, Robert Morton Hughes Papers, and Joseph E. Johnston Papers, are collections that relate to this collection, Robert William Hughes, which are located in Swem Library, College of William and Mary.","John B. Floyd Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. John Buchanan Floyd Papers, 1831-1863, 1850- 1863. 72 items. Collection number: Mss. 65 F59","Robert Morton Hughes Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Robert Morton Hughes Collection, 1715-1933, 1871- 1933. 238 items. Collection number: Mss. 65 H88","Joseph E. Johnston Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Joseph E. Johnston Papers, 1825-1891. 264 items. Collection number: Mss. 39.1 J63","Another related collection is the Robert Morton Hughes Papers, located in Special Collections, Perry Library, Old Dominion University. This collection in significant because of the correspondence and other papers originally belonging to several of Hughes' relatives including Judge Robert W. Hughes, Governor John B. Floyd, and General Joseph E. Johnston. The collection also contains personal and political correspondence regarding Robert Morton Hughes' legal practice, involvement in Virginia politics, activities in support of education, longtime association with the College of William and Mary, and service on the State Board of Education and the Board of Directors of the Norfolk Public Library.","Papers of Robert Morton Hughes, Special Collections, Perry Library, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia. Papers of Robert Morton Hughes, 1767-1959.39 Hollinger Flat Boxes; 5 Hollinger Oversized Boxes and Additional Bound Volumes. Collection number: MG-7","Papers, mainly 1865-1900, of Robert William Hughes (1821-1901), journalist, Republican politician, and United States District Judge, of Abingdon and Norfolk, Va. Included are family momentoes relating to Hughes' foster father, General Edward C. Carrington (1790-1855), and to Mrs. Hughes' father and brother, Charles C. (1795-1832) and John Preston Johnston (1821?-l847), articles written by Hughes on Virginia politics, newspapers, and horses, a few letters to Mrs. Hughes, and a scrapbook containing pamphlets and newspaper clippings of articles by Hughes or on subjects that interested Hughes, as well as a letter from J.H. Platt, Jr., Secretary, Union Congressional Republican Executive Committee, Washington, D.C., to Hughes, 17 Sept. 1870, concerning Virginia Republican politics. Prominent correspondents include Louis Agassiz, Chester A. Arthur, George Bancroft, Benjamin F. Butler, Lewis Cass, Claudius Crozet, J.M.L. Curry, John Moncure Daniel, John Warwick Daniel, J.D.B. DeBow, Benjamin S. Ewell, Ulysses S. Grant, James Barron Hope, G.P.R. James, Joseph E. Johnston, W.H.F. Lee, James Longstreet, John S. Mosby, Bishop Alfred Magill Randolph, and William Fanning Wickham (concerning his father John Wickham and members of the Richmond Bar including John Marshall.)","4 items.","1p. Document signed.","Invitation to a ball at West Point; and concerning the lack of letters from Eliza and relations. 3 pp. Printed letter and Autographed letter signed.","Invitation to a West Point ball. 1 p. Printed letter signed.","1 p. Document signed. See Oversize File.","9 items.","Invitation to dinner written in the third person. 1 p. Autograph letter.","Scope and Contents","Concerns Agassiz's proposed publication on the natural history of the fishes of the United States. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Discussion of a financial situation involving him [McDowell] as an administrator of a certain account. 1 p.","3 pp. Autograph document signed.","Scope and Contents","Concerning papers forwarded to R.W.H. received from Mr. Floyd. 3 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the Hughes' European trip and Richmond news, especially the Wise-Clement duel. 4 pp.","Scope and Contents","Asks him to deposit interest due in the Exchange Bank in Richmond. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Encloses informational abstract which he feels will be of sufficient importance to the public. 1 p.","Asks him to deposit in the Exchange Bank of Richmond the principle and interest due on Conway's purchase of a house. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","12 items","Scope and Contents","Asks Conway to deposit the semi-annual interest in the Exchange Bank in Richmond. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerns the construction of a railroad and difficulties encountered in obtaining materials. 1 p.","Receipt for $1150.00 for purchase of two negro slaves, Myra and child, Longa. 1 p. Document signed.","Exemption from military service by reason of being an employee of the Richmond Examiner. 1 p. Printed document signed.","2 pp. Printed document signed. See Medium Oversized File.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the cost of reprints of an article by Hughes in DeBow's Review. 1 p.","Regarding a canal from Virginia to the Ohio River. 9 pp. Autograph draft signed. Including a Typewritten copy. 6 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerning \"your letter\" which throws light on the political situation in Virginia, expressing confidence in Grant and his election; requesting that \"My Dear Sir\" write a letter every week or ten days \"on varying aspect of affairs -- political, economical, social, and general -- in Va. and the South ?\"; and the temper of the Republican party. 3 pp.","Concerns a proposed literary work of Hughes and the enfranchisement of Negroes in the current political climate. 3 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Concerning ports and shipping on the East coast. 4 pp. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Expresses his sympathy to Hughes concerning the defeat of the Republican party in Virginia. 4 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the removal of political disabilities from Robert W. Hughes. 1 p. Letter signed.","28 items.","Thanks Hughes for the check for $350.00 and his expressions of congratulations on the restoration of his health. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Discusses Virginia state finances. 3 pp.","Concerns the resignation of Mr. Slater as Hughes' assistant. 2 pp. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Discusses his financial concerns, including meeting a note due to Hughes in January. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Asks Hughs' support for his nephew, Henry C. Brownlow, of Abingdon, for the office of Postmaster. 3 pp.","Scope and Contents","Requests Hughes to prepare resolutions and an address for party platform. Believes Hughes will be nominated without serious opposition. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the charges made by Col. Withers in his \"Warrenton speech\" against Longstreet. 4 pp.","Thanks Hughes for his note of acknowledgement of his [Lewis'] favor [confirmation of Hughes as Judge]. 1 p.","Asks Hughes to return Hableton's Life of Wise. 1 p. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Requests Hughes' assistance in obtaining a government position. 3 pp.","Scope and Contents","Acknowledges receipt of opinion regarding the Petersburg, Virginia election cases. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Complains about the condition of the division fence between Hughes and Lynch's mother. 1 p.","Requesting information about possible charges against L. H. Chandler. 1 p. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the postponement of an appointment until the President [Grant] can see Hughes. 1 p.","Thanking Hughes for his letter and generous interest. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Encloses autograph of William H[enry] Harrison as frank on an envelope addressed to Benjamin Harrison, Berkeley, Charles City C[ourt] H[ouse], Virginia, and postmarked Washington, D.C., 18 March, n.y., giving details and authentification. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning Hughes' attendance at Petersburg, Virginia, in November for the purposees mentioned in Section 1988 of said Revised Statutes. 1 p. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Regrets to inform Hughes that he really has \"very little, indeed of all that I have to me, that is worthily embodied,\" [for publication], relating to his work. 4 pp.","Discussion of upcoming resignation of Forbes[?] and filling the vacancy. Also relates opinions in the \"Olen case.\" 3 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the appointment of Mr. Potts as Postmaster at Petersburg; Hughes' letter on the Petersburg matter has been referred to the President [Grant]. 1 p.","Received Hughes' note, and is appreciative of his verification of the state of things [?]. even though sorrowful. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Has received Hughes' opinion of the Lee vs. Kaufman case, and is appreciative. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the Arlington case and Hughes' conclusive opinions to which \"You can, I think, safely afford to rest your judicial reputation upon it.\"; and Robertson's plan to attend the sale of the C.  O. Railroad in Virginia, on the 2nd of April. 1 p.","Concerning the trial of Dr. Baylor [?] in Denver, Co., and Bela Hughes' grandfather who lived in Augusta Co., Va. 3 p. Autograph letter signed.","Acknowledges receipt of two newspaper articles by Hughes concerning currency questions. 2 pp. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Reminisces about his father and his friends, including John Marshall, William Wirt, George Hay, William Call, George K. Taylor, and others, and their days as members of the Bar. 3 pp.","Hopes to visit him and Mrs. Hughes in Norfolk. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Concerning the Arlington case and Mr. Willoughby's brief. 8 pp. Autograph letter signed (signature clipped).","22 items.","Scope and Contents","Discusses texts and methods of teaching lectures used at Harvard Law School, at which he is a professor. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Reference question concerning legal books and their whereabouts. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning John Tyler, Jr.'s request to provide a position for a Mr. Spitzer, the President's [R. B. Hayes] concurrence, and Sharman's election to the Senate. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Robby [R. W. Hughes] on the arrival of a little boy. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning Republican politics and the Presidential election of 1880. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Thanks Hughes for a copy of a letter he wrote and states his desire to use it, if published, to teach the students of William and Mary. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning a thank you for \"A Chapter of Personal and Political History,\" written by Hughes. Comments about conclusions reached by RWH in article, and Field's explanation of his differing view of certain points in the article. 10 pp.","Lists the itenerary of her travels in Ireland, Scotland, and England; has enjoyed seeing the autographs of great men. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Is sending the Landmark with extracts from his verses. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Received Hughes' letter of the 7th and will give it due consideration. 1 p. Letter signed.","Received Hughes' letter regarding Judge L. Lewis for the United States Attorney for the Norfolk District, and wil give it due consideration. 1 p. Typewritten letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Paul's election as judge is being contested and he will not withdraw under fire. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerns Judge Hughes' decision in th Washington case, and Mr. Shipman's re-argument thereof. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Asks advice on the purchase of law books relating to federal practice. 2 pp.","Thanks Hughes for his letter about the Coles family, and praises Gov. Edward Coles for his work for the state of Illinois. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Concerning recommendation for admitting of Edward J. Fox into the Bar and his character and integrity. 1 p.","Concerns publication of Lucas' address on John Randolph. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Regarding an ecclesiastical law case.","Scope and Contents","Regarding an ecclesiastical law case. 2 pp.","Reply to letter concerning the death of a horse, Gabriel. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Has been busy preparing a report for the Secretary of the Interior. Hopes to visit them and see the growth \"of the town of which I have heard much.\" 3 pp.","Hughes' letter received concerning his [Lee's] absence from the caucus; as soon as election is over, will comply with his request. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","16 pp. Autograph draft.","5 items.","Scope and Contents","Noticed that Hughes recently heard a case concerning the consitutionality of the Virginia Dressed Beef Law, and comments that he too will be handing down an opinion shortly involving a similar case from Minnesota, with Indiana also involved. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning Curry's inquiry and receipt of documents for use in an address; information regarding his relationship with General Joseph E. Johnston; and duties during Mr. Buchanan's administration. 3 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerning expenses for a stenographer, silver and politics, and mention of McKinley. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Acknowledges receipt of a pair of socks knitted by Mrs. Hughes. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Thanks Hughes for the manuscripts and papers concerning the [Civil War], and relates the feeling of his club as one of \"much to learn on the great question which split North and South.\" 3 pp.","7 items.","Scope and Contents","Explains that he cannot give editorial support in elections. 1 p.","Received Hughes' letter of the 5th and comments on the date that the Judiciary Bill will be introduced to the Senate. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Called to see but Hughes wasn't in; enclosed the pedigree of \"Skidaddle,\" which he requested. 1 p. Autograph note signed.","Asks him to meet Dr. Mackay at four o'clock. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","[Contains drawing of proposed monument]. 1 p. Printed material.","1 p. Card.","Concerns an order furnished by Mr. Forbes in the case of Smith, a bankrupt, in United States District Court. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Printed material. 9 items.","Newspaper. 1 item. See Oversize File.","Scope and Contents","Newspaper. 1 item. See Oversize File. Including 4 Copies of Newspaper clippings of the aforementioned letter printed in The State, Richmond, Virginia, 1881 February 11.","Printed in a Richmond newspaper. Newspaper clipping. 1 item. See Oversize File.","2 copies of Newspaper clippings. See Oversize File.","2 copies of Newspaper clippings. See Oversize File.","2 Copies of Printed volume.","Newspaper clipping. 1 item. See Oversize File.","Scope and Contents","Contains pamphlets and newspaper clippings of various articles by him, and articles that interested him. Also includes J. H. Platt, Jr., Secretary, Union Congressional Republican Executive Committee, Washington, D.C., to R. W. 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Series 1 is divided into subseries mostly by ten year increments."],"bioghist_html_tesm":["\u003ca href=\"http://scrc.swem.wm.edu/wiki/index.php/Robert%20William%20Hughes\u0026amp;quot;\u0026gt;http://scrc.swem.wm.edu/wiki/index.php/Robert%20William%20Hughes\u0026amp;lt;/a\u0026amp;gt;.%20%20\u0026lt;/bioghist\u0026gt;%20%20%20\u0026lt;acqinfo%20id=\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003easpace_d4f8a6d9fdfe53958cdf487752541bc4\"\u0026gt;\n    ","\u003cp\u003eGift: 103 items, 10/14/1937.\u003c/p\u003e  "],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Biographical Information:","Acquisition Information:"],"bioghist_tesim":["Gift: 103 items, 10/14/1937."],"odd_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eOther Information:\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00041.frame\u003c/p\u003e  "],"odd_heading_ssm":["General"],"odd_tesim":["Other Information:","Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00041.frame"],"originalsloc_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003ePardon not located as of January 2024.\u003c/p\u003e"],"originalsloc_heading_ssm":["Existence and Location of Originals"],"originalsloc_tesim":["Pardon not located as of January 2024."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eRobert William Hughes Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e  "],"prefercite_tesim":["Robert William Hughes Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary."],"processinfo_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eBox and folder list compiled by Meredith Ramey in October 2011.\u003c/p\u003e  "],"processinfo_heading_ssm":["Processing Information:"],"processinfo_tesim":["Box and folder list compiled by Meredith Ramey in October 2011."],"relatedmaterial_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThe John B. Floyd Papers, Robert Morton Hughes Papers, and Joseph E. Johnston Papers, are collections that relate to this collection, Robert William Hughes, which are located in Swem Library, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e John B. Floyd Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. John Buchanan Floyd Papers, 1831-1863, 1850- 1863. 72 items. Collection number: Mss. 65 F59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e Robert Morton Hughes Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Robert Morton Hughes Collection, 1715-1933, 1871- 1933. 238 items. Collection number: Mss. 65 H88\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e Joseph E. Johnston Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Joseph E. Johnston Papers, 1825-1891. 264 items. Collection number: Mss. 39.1 J63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e Another related collection is the Robert Morton Hughes Papers, located in Special Collections, Perry Library, Old Dominion University. This collection in significant because of the correspondence and other papers originally belonging to several of Hughes' relatives including Judge Robert W. Hughes, Governor John B. Floyd, and General Joseph E. Johnston. The collection also contains personal and political correspondence regarding Robert Morton Hughes' legal practice, involvement in Virginia politics, activities in support of education, longtime association with the College of William and Mary, and service on the State Board of Education and the Board of Directors of the Norfolk Public Library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e Papers of Robert Morton Hughes, Special Collections, Perry Library, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia. Papers of Robert Morton Hughes, 1767-1959.39 Hollinger Flat Boxes; 5 Hollinger Oversized Boxes and Additional Bound Volumes. Collection number: MG-7\u003c/p\u003e  "],"relatedmaterial_heading_ssm":["Related Materials:"],"relatedmaterial_tesim":["The John B. Floyd Papers, Robert Morton Hughes Papers, and Joseph E. Johnston Papers, are collections that relate to this collection, Robert William Hughes, which are located in Swem Library, College of William and Mary.","John B. Floyd Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. John Buchanan Floyd Papers, 1831-1863, 1850- 1863. 72 items. Collection number: Mss. 65 F59","Robert Morton Hughes Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Robert Morton Hughes Collection, 1715-1933, 1871- 1933. 238 items. Collection number: Mss. 65 H88","Joseph E. Johnston Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Joseph E. Johnston Papers, 1825-1891. 264 items. Collection number: Mss. 39.1 J63","Another related collection is the Robert Morton Hughes Papers, located in Special Collections, Perry Library, Old Dominion University. This collection in significant because of the correspondence and other papers originally belonging to several of Hughes' relatives including Judge Robert W. Hughes, Governor John B. Floyd, and General Joseph E. Johnston. The collection also contains personal and political correspondence regarding Robert Morton Hughes' legal practice, involvement in Virginia politics, activities in support of education, longtime association with the College of William and Mary, and service on the State Board of Education and the Board of Directors of the Norfolk Public Library.","Papers of Robert Morton Hughes, Special Collections, Perry Library, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia. Papers of Robert Morton Hughes, 1767-1959.39 Hollinger Flat Boxes; 5 Hollinger Oversized Boxes and Additional Bound Volumes. Collection number: MG-7"],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003ePapers, mainly 1865-1900, of Robert William Hughes (1821-1901), journalist, Republican politician, and United States District Judge, of Abingdon and Norfolk, Va. Included are family momentoes relating to Hughes' foster father, General Edward C. Carrington (1790-1855), and to Mrs. Hughes' father and brother, Charles C. (1795-1832) and John Preston Johnston (1821?-l847), articles written by Hughes on Virginia politics, newspapers, and horses, a few letters to Mrs. Hughes, and a scrapbook containing pamphlets and newspaper clippings of articles by Hughes or on subjects that interested Hughes, as well as a letter from J.H. Platt, Jr., Secretary, Union Congressional Republican Executive Committee, Washington, D.C., to Hughes, 17 Sept. 1870, concerning Virginia Republican politics. Prominent correspondents include Louis Agassiz, Chester A. Arthur, George Bancroft, Benjamin F. Butler, Lewis Cass, Claudius Crozet, J.M.L. Curry, John Moncure Daniel, John Warwick Daniel, J.D.B. DeBow, Benjamin S. Ewell, Ulysses S. Grant, James Barron Hope, G.P.R. James, Joseph E. Johnston, W.H.F. Lee, James Longstreet, John S. Mosby, Bishop Alfred Magill Randolph, and William Fanning Wickham (concerning his father John Wickham and members of the Richmond Bar including John Marshall.)\u003c/p\u003e  ","\u003cp\u003e4 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1p. Document signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to a ball at West Point; and concerning the lack of letters from Eliza and relations. 3 pp. Printed letter and Autographed letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to a West Point ball. 1 p. Printed letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 p. Document signed. See Oversize File.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e9 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to dinner written in the third person. 1 p. Autograph letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Agassiz's proposed publication on the natural history of the fishes of the United States. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of a financial situation involving him [McDowell] as an administrator of a certain account. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 pp. Autograph document signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning papers forwarded to R.W.H. received from Mr. Floyd. 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the Hughes' European trip and Richmond news, especially the Wise-Clement duel. 4 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks him to deposit interest due in the Exchange Bank in Richmond. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses informational abstract which he feels will be of sufficient importance to the public. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks him to deposit in the Exchange Bank of Richmond the principle and interest due on Conway's purchase of a house. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e12 items\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Conway to deposit the semi-annual interest in the Exchange Bank in Richmond. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns the construction of a railroad and difficulties encountered in obtaining materials. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $1150.00 for purchase of two negro slaves, Myra and child, Longa. 1 p. Document signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExemption from military service by reason of being an employee of the Richmond Examiner. 1 p. Printed document signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 pp. Printed document signed. See Medium Oversized File.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the cost of reprints of an article by Hughes in DeBow's Review. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding a canal from Virginia to the Ohio River. 9 pp. Autograph draft signed. Including a Typewritten copy. 6 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning \"your letter\" which throws light on the political situation in Virginia, expressing confidence in Grant and his election; requesting that \"My Dear Sir\" write a letter every week or ten days \"on varying aspect of affairs -- political, economical, social, and general -- in Va. and the South ?\"; and the temper of the Republican party. 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a proposed literary work of Hughes and the enfranchisement of Negroes in the current political climate. 3 pp. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning ports and shipping on the East coast. 4 pp. Letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses his sympathy to Hughes concerning the defeat of the Republican party in Virginia. 4 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the removal of political disabilities from Robert W. Hughes. 1 p. Letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e28 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Hughes for the check for $350.00 and his expressions of congratulations on the restoration of his health. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Virginia state finances. 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns the resignation of Mr. Slater as Hughes' assistant. 2 pp. Letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses his financial concerns, including meeting a note due to Hughes in January. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Hughs' support for his nephew, Henry C. Brownlow, of Abingdon, for the office of Postmaster. 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests Hughes to prepare resolutions and an address for party platform. Believes Hughes will be nominated without serious opposition. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the charges made by Col. Withers in his \"Warrenton speech\" against Longstreet. 4 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Hughes for his note of acknowledgement of his [Lewis'] favor [confirmation of Hughes as Judge]. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Hughes to return Hableton's Life of Wise. 1 p. Letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests Hughes' assistance in obtaining a government position. 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of opinion regarding the Petersburg, Virginia election cases. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComplains about the condition of the division fence between Hughes and Lynch's mother. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting information about possible charges against L. H. Chandler. 1 p. Letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the postponement of an appointment until the President [Grant] can see Hughes. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanking Hughes for his letter and generous interest. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses autograph of William H[enry] Harrison as frank on an envelope addressed to Benjamin Harrison, Berkeley, Charles City C[ourt] H[ouse], Virginia, and postmarked Washington, D.C., 18 March, n.y., giving details and authentification. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Hughes' attendance at Petersburg, Virginia, in November for the purposees mentioned in Section 1988 of said Revised Statutes. 1 p. Letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets to inform Hughes that he really has \"very little, indeed of all that I have to me, that is worthily embodied,\" [for publication], relating to his work. 4 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of upcoming resignation of Forbes[?] and filling the vacancy. Also relates opinions in the \"Olen case.\" 3 pp. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the appointment of Mr. Potts as Postmaster at Petersburg; Hughes' letter on the Petersburg matter has been referred to the President [Grant]. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived Hughes' note, and is appreciative of his verification of the state of things [?]. even though sorrowful. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received Hughes' opinion of the Lee vs. Kaufman case, and is appreciative. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the Arlington case and Hughes' conclusive opinions to which \"You can, I think, safely afford to rest your judicial reputation upon it.\"; and Robertson's plan to attend the sale of the C.  O. Railroad in Virginia, on the 2nd of April. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the trial of Dr. Baylor [?] in Denver, Co., and Bela Hughes' grandfather who lived in Augusta Co., Va. 3 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of two newspaper articles by Hughes concerning currency questions. 2 pp. Letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReminisces about his father and his friends, including John Marshall, William Wirt, George Hay, William Call, George K. Taylor, and others, and their days as members of the Bar. 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes to visit him and Mrs. Hughes in Norfolk. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the Arlington case and Mr. Willoughby's brief. 8 pp. Autograph letter signed (signature clipped).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e22 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses texts and methods of teaching lectures used at Harvard Law School, at which he is a professor. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReference question concerning legal books and their whereabouts. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning John Tyler, Jr.'s request to provide a position for a Mr. Spitzer, the President's [R. B. Hayes] concurrence, and Sharman's election to the Senate. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Robby [R. W. Hughes] on the arrival of a little boy. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Republican politics and the Presidential election of 1880. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Hughes for a copy of a letter he wrote and states his desire to use it, if published, to teach the students of William and Mary. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a thank you for \"A Chapter of Personal and Political History,\" written by Hughes. Comments about conclusions reached by RWH in article, and Field's explanation of his differing view of certain points in the article. 10 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists the itenerary of her travels in Ireland, Scotland, and England; has enjoyed seeing the autographs of great men. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs sending the Landmark with extracts from his verses. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived Hughes' letter of the 7th and will give it due consideration. 1 p. Letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived Hughes' letter regarding Judge L. Lewis for the United States Attorney for the Norfolk District, and wil give it due consideration. 1 p. Typewritten letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePaul's election as judge is being contested and he will not withdraw under fire. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Judge Hughes' decision in th Washington case, and Mr. Shipman's re-argument thereof. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks advice on the purchase of law books relating to federal practice. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Hughes for his letter about the Coles family, and praises Gov. Edward Coles for his work for the state of Illinois. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning recommendation for admitting of Edward J. Fox into the Bar and his character and integrity. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns publication of Lucas' address on John Randolph. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding an ecclesiastical law case.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding an ecclesiastical law case. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReply to letter concerning the death of a horse, Gabriel. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been busy preparing a report for the Secretary of the Interior. Hopes to visit them and see the growth \"of the town of which I have heard much.\" 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHughes' letter received concerning his [Lee's] absence from the caucus; as soon as election is over, will comply with his request. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e16 pp. Autograph draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNoticed that Hughes recently heard a case concerning the consitutionality of the Virginia Dressed Beef Law, and comments that he too will be handing down an opinion shortly involving a similar case from Minnesota, with Indiana also involved. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Curry's inquiry and receipt of documents for use in an address; information regarding his relationship with General Joseph E. Johnston; and duties during Mr. Buchanan's administration. 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning expenses for a stenographer, silver and politics, and mention of McKinley. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of a pair of socks knitted by Mrs. Hughes. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Hughes for the manuscripts and papers concerning the [Civil War], and relates the feeling of his club as one of \"much to learn on the great question which split North and South.\" 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e7 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains that he cannot give editorial support in elections. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived Hughes' letter of the 5th and comments on the date that the Judiciary Bill will be introduced to the Senate. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCalled to see but Hughes wasn't in; enclosed the pedigree of \"Skidaddle,\" which he requested. 1 p. Autograph note signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks him to meet Dr. Mackay at four o'clock. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[Contains drawing of proposed monument]. 1 p. Printed material.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 p. Card.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns an order furnished by Mr. Forbes in the case of Smith, a bankrupt, in United States District Court. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted material. 9 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper. 1 item. See Oversize File.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper. 1 item. See Oversize File. Including 4 Copies of Newspaper clippings of the aforementioned letter printed in The State, Richmond, Virginia, 1881 February 11.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted in a Richmond newspaper. Newspaper clipping. 1 item. See Oversize File.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 copies of Newspaper clippings. See Oversize File.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 copies of Newspaper clippings. See Oversize File.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 Copies of Printed volume.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper clipping. 1 item. See Oversize File.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains pamphlets and newspaper clippings of various articles by him, and articles that interested him. Also includes J. H. Platt, Jr., Secretary, Union Congressional Republican Executive Committee, Washington, D.C., to R. W. 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Included are family momentoes relating to Hughes' foster father, General Edward C. Carrington (1790-1855), and to Mrs. Hughes' father and brother, Charles C. (1795-1832) and John Preston Johnston (1821?-l847), articles written by Hughes on Virginia politics, newspapers, and horses, a few letters to Mrs. Hughes, and a scrapbook containing pamphlets and newspaper clippings of articles by Hughes or on subjects that interested Hughes, as well as a letter from J.H. Platt, Jr., Secretary, Union Congressional Republican Executive Committee, Washington, D.C., to Hughes, 17 Sept. 1870, concerning Virginia Republican politics. Prominent correspondents include Louis Agassiz, Chester A. Arthur, George Bancroft, Benjamin F. Butler, Lewis Cass, Claudius Crozet, J.M.L. Curry, John Moncure Daniel, John Warwick Daniel, J.D.B. DeBow, Benjamin S. Ewell, Ulysses S. Grant, James Barron Hope, G.P.R. James, Joseph E. Johnston, W.H.F. Lee, James Longstreet, John S. Mosby, Bishop Alfred Magill Randolph, and William Fanning Wickham (concerning his father John Wickham and members of the Richmond Bar including John Marshall.)","4 items.","1p. Document signed.","Invitation to a ball at West Point; and concerning the lack of letters from Eliza and relations. 3 pp. Printed letter and Autographed letter signed.","Invitation to a West Point ball. 1 p. Printed letter signed.","1 p. Document signed. See Oversize File.","9 items.","Invitation to dinner written in the third person. 1 p. Autograph letter.","Scope and Contents","Concerns Agassiz's proposed publication on the natural history of the fishes of the United States. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Discussion of a financial situation involving him [McDowell] as an administrator of a certain account. 1 p.","3 pp. Autograph document signed.","Scope and Contents","Concerning papers forwarded to R.W.H. received from Mr. Floyd. 3 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the Hughes' European trip and Richmond news, especially the Wise-Clement duel. 4 pp.","Scope and Contents","Asks him to deposit interest due in the Exchange Bank in Richmond. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Encloses informational abstract which he feels will be of sufficient importance to the public. 1 p.","Asks him to deposit in the Exchange Bank of Richmond the principle and interest due on Conway's purchase of a house. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","12 items","Scope and Contents","Asks Conway to deposit the semi-annual interest in the Exchange Bank in Richmond. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerns the construction of a railroad and difficulties encountered in obtaining materials. 1 p.","Receipt for $1150.00 for purchase of two negro slaves, Myra and child, Longa. 1 p. Document signed.","Exemption from military service by reason of being an employee of the Richmond Examiner. 1 p. Printed document signed.","2 pp. Printed document signed. See Medium Oversized File.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the cost of reprints of an article by Hughes in DeBow's Review. 1 p.","Regarding a canal from Virginia to the Ohio River. 9 pp. Autograph draft signed. Including a Typewritten copy. 6 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerning \"your letter\" which throws light on the political situation in Virginia, expressing confidence in Grant and his election; requesting that \"My Dear Sir\" write a letter every week or ten days \"on varying aspect of affairs -- political, economical, social, and general -- in Va. and the South ?\"; and the temper of the Republican party. 3 pp.","Concerns a proposed literary work of Hughes and the enfranchisement of Negroes in the current political climate. 3 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Concerning ports and shipping on the East coast. 4 pp. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Expresses his sympathy to Hughes concerning the defeat of the Republican party in Virginia. 4 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the removal of political disabilities from Robert W. Hughes. 1 p. Letter signed.","28 items.","Thanks Hughes for the check for $350.00 and his expressions of congratulations on the restoration of his health. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Discusses Virginia state finances. 3 pp.","Concerns the resignation of Mr. Slater as Hughes' assistant. 2 pp. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Discusses his financial concerns, including meeting a note due to Hughes in January. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Asks Hughs' support for his nephew, Henry C. Brownlow, of Abingdon, for the office of Postmaster. 3 pp.","Scope and Contents","Requests Hughes to prepare resolutions and an address for party platform. Believes Hughes will be nominated without serious opposition. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the charges made by Col. Withers in his \"Warrenton speech\" against Longstreet. 4 pp.","Thanks Hughes for his note of acknowledgement of his [Lewis'] favor [confirmation of Hughes as Judge]. 1 p.","Asks Hughes to return Hableton's Life of Wise. 1 p. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Requests Hughes' assistance in obtaining a government position. 3 pp.","Scope and Contents","Acknowledges receipt of opinion regarding the Petersburg, Virginia election cases. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Complains about the condition of the division fence between Hughes and Lynch's mother. 1 p.","Requesting information about possible charges against L. H. Chandler. 1 p. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the postponement of an appointment until the President [Grant] can see Hughes. 1 p.","Thanking Hughes for his letter and generous interest. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Encloses autograph of William H[enry] Harrison as frank on an envelope addressed to Benjamin Harrison, Berkeley, Charles City C[ourt] H[ouse], Virginia, and postmarked Washington, D.C., 18 March, n.y., giving details and authentification. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning Hughes' attendance at Petersburg, Virginia, in November for the purposees mentioned in Section 1988 of said Revised Statutes. 1 p. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Regrets to inform Hughes that he really has \"very little, indeed of all that I have to me, that is worthily embodied,\" [for publication], relating to his work. 4 pp.","Discussion of upcoming resignation of Forbes[?] and filling the vacancy. Also relates opinions in the \"Olen case.\" 3 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the appointment of Mr. Potts as Postmaster at Petersburg; Hughes' letter on the Petersburg matter has been referred to the President [Grant]. 1 p.","Received Hughes' note, and is appreciative of his verification of the state of things [?]. even though sorrowful. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Has received Hughes' opinion of the Lee vs. Kaufman case, and is appreciative. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the Arlington case and Hughes' conclusive opinions to which \"You can, I think, safely afford to rest your judicial reputation upon it.\"; and Robertson's plan to attend the sale of the C.  O. Railroad in Virginia, on the 2nd of April. 1 p.","Concerning the trial of Dr. Baylor [?] in Denver, Co., and Bela Hughes' grandfather who lived in Augusta Co., Va. 3 p. Autograph letter signed.","Acknowledges receipt of two newspaper articles by Hughes concerning currency questions. 2 pp. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Reminisces about his father and his friends, including John Marshall, William Wirt, George Hay, William Call, George K. Taylor, and others, and their days as members of the Bar. 3 pp.","Hopes to visit him and Mrs. Hughes in Norfolk. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Concerning the Arlington case and Mr. Willoughby's brief. 8 pp. Autograph letter signed (signature clipped).","22 items.","Scope and Contents","Discusses texts and methods of teaching lectures used at Harvard Law School, at which he is a professor. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Reference question concerning legal books and their whereabouts. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning John Tyler, Jr.'s request to provide a position for a Mr. Spitzer, the President's [R. B. Hayes] concurrence, and Sharman's election to the Senate. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Robby [R. W. Hughes] on the arrival of a little boy. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning Republican politics and the Presidential election of 1880. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Thanks Hughes for a copy of a letter he wrote and states his desire to use it, if published, to teach the students of William and Mary. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning a thank you for \"A Chapter of Personal and Political History,\" written by Hughes. Comments about conclusions reached by RWH in article, and Field's explanation of his differing view of certain points in the article. 10 pp.","Lists the itenerary of her travels in Ireland, Scotland, and England; has enjoyed seeing the autographs of great men. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Is sending the Landmark with extracts from his verses. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Received Hughes' letter of the 7th and will give it due consideration. 1 p. Letter signed.","Received Hughes' letter regarding Judge L. Lewis for the United States Attorney for the Norfolk District, and wil give it due consideration. 1 p. Typewritten letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Paul's election as judge is being contested and he will not withdraw under fire. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerns Judge Hughes' decision in th Washington case, and Mr. Shipman's re-argument thereof. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Asks advice on the purchase of law books relating to federal practice. 2 pp.","Thanks Hughes for his letter about the Coles family, and praises Gov. Edward Coles for his work for the state of Illinois. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Concerning recommendation for admitting of Edward J. Fox into the Bar and his character and integrity. 1 p.","Concerns publication of Lucas' address on John Randolph. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Regarding an ecclesiastical law case.","Scope and Contents","Regarding an ecclesiastical law case. 2 pp.","Reply to letter concerning the death of a horse, Gabriel. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Has been busy preparing a report for the Secretary of the Interior. Hopes to visit them and see the growth \"of the town of which I have heard much.\" 3 pp.","Hughes' letter received concerning his [Lee's] absence from the caucus; as soon as election is over, will comply with his request. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","16 pp. Autograph draft.","5 items.","Scope and Contents","Noticed that Hughes recently heard a case concerning the consitutionality of the Virginia Dressed Beef Law, and comments that he too will be handing down an opinion shortly involving a similar case from Minnesota, with Indiana also involved. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning Curry's inquiry and receipt of documents for use in an address; information regarding his relationship with General Joseph E. Johnston; and duties during Mr. Buchanan's administration. 3 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerning expenses for a stenographer, silver and politics, and mention of McKinley. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Acknowledges receipt of a pair of socks knitted by Mrs. Hughes. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Thanks Hughes for the manuscripts and papers concerning the [Civil War], and relates the feeling of his club as one of \"much to learn on the great question which split North and South.\" 3 pp.","7 items.","Scope and Contents","Explains that he cannot give editorial support in elections. 1 p.","Received Hughes' letter of the 5th and comments on the date that the Judiciary Bill will be introduced to the Senate. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Called to see but Hughes wasn't in; enclosed the pedigree of \"Skidaddle,\" which he requested. 1 p. Autograph note signed.","Asks him to meet Dr. Mackay at four o'clock. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","[Contains drawing of proposed monument]. 1 p. Printed material.","1 p. Card.","Concerns an order furnished by Mr. Forbes in the case of Smith, a bankrupt, in United States District Court. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Printed material. 9 items.","Newspaper. 1 item. See Oversize File.","Scope and Contents","Newspaper. 1 item. See Oversize File. Including 4 Copies of Newspaper clippings of the aforementioned letter printed in The State, Richmond, Virginia, 1881 February 11.","Printed in a Richmond newspaper. Newspaper clipping. 1 item. See Oversize File.","2 copies of Newspaper clippings. See Oversize File.","2 copies of Newspaper clippings. See Oversize File.","2 Copies of Printed volume.","Newspaper clipping. 1 item. See Oversize File.","Scope and Contents","Contains pamphlets and newspaper clippings of various articles by him, and articles that interested him. Also includes J. H. Platt, Jr., Secretary, Union Congressional Republican Executive Committee, Washington, D.C., to R. W. Hughes, Abingdon, Virginia, 1870 September 17."],"userestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eBefore reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.\u003c/p\u003e  "],"userestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Use:"],"userestrict_tesim":["Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library."],"corpname_ssim":["Special Collections Research Center"],"persname_ssim":["Hughes, Robert William"],"names_ssim":["Special Collections Research Center","Hughes, Robert William"],"language_ssim":["English"],"descrules_ssm":["Describing Archives: A Content Standard"],"total_component_count_is":110,"online_item_count_is":0,"component_level_isim":[0],"sort_isi":0,"timestamp":"2026-06-23T07:49:38.668Z","collection":{"numFound":1,"start":0,"numFoundExact":true,"docs":[{"id":"viw_repositories_2_resources_9401","ead_ssi":"viw_repositories_2_resources_9401","_root_":"viw_repositories_2_resources_9401","_nest_parent_":"viw_repositories_2_resources_9401","ead_source_url_ssi":"data/oai/WM/repositories_2_resources_9401.xml","title_filing_ssi":"Hughes, Robert William Papers","title_ssm":["Robert William Hughes Papers"],"title_tesim":["Robert William Hughes Papers"],"unitdate_ssm":["1818-1900"],"unitdate_inclusive_ssm":["1818-1900"],"normalized_date_ssm":["1818/1900"],"normalized_title_ssm":["Robert William Hughes Papers, 1818/1900"],"text":["Robert William Hughes Papers, 1818/1900","Mss. 39.2 H87","/repositories/2/resources/9401","United States--Economic history","United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865","United States--Politics and government--1865-1900","Correspondence","Manuscripts (document genre)","Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.","Organization: This collection is organized into 2 Series: 1. Correspondence, and 2. Printed Material and Manuscript Volumes. Arrangement: This collection is arranged by date with those items without dates located at the end of the series. Series 1 is divided into subseries mostly by ten year increments.","Gift: 103 items, 10/14/1937.","Other Information:","Additional information may be found at http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaead/published/wm/viw00041.frame","Pardon not located as of January 2024.","Box and folder list compiled by Meredith Ramey in October 2011.","The John B. Floyd Papers, Robert Morton Hughes Papers, and Joseph E. Johnston Papers, are collections that relate to this collection, Robert William Hughes, which are located in Swem Library, College of William and Mary.","John B. Floyd Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. John Buchanan Floyd Papers, 1831-1863, 1850- 1863. 72 items. Collection number: Mss. 65 F59","Robert Morton Hughes Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Robert Morton Hughes Collection, 1715-1933, 1871- 1933. 238 items. Collection number: Mss. 65 H88","Joseph E. Johnston Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Joseph E. Johnston Papers, 1825-1891. 264 items. Collection number: Mss. 39.1 J63","Another related collection is the Robert Morton Hughes Papers, located in Special Collections, Perry Library, Old Dominion University. This collection in significant because of the correspondence and other papers originally belonging to several of Hughes' relatives including Judge Robert W. Hughes, Governor John B. Floyd, and General Joseph E. Johnston. The collection also contains personal and political correspondence regarding Robert Morton Hughes' legal practice, involvement in Virginia politics, activities in support of education, longtime association with the College of William and Mary, and service on the State Board of Education and the Board of Directors of the Norfolk Public Library.","Papers of Robert Morton Hughes, Special Collections, Perry Library, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia. Papers of Robert Morton Hughes, 1767-1959.39 Hollinger Flat Boxes; 5 Hollinger Oversized Boxes and Additional Bound Volumes. Collection number: MG-7","Papers, mainly 1865-1900, of Robert William Hughes (1821-1901), journalist, Republican politician, and United States District Judge, of Abingdon and Norfolk, Va. Included are family momentoes relating to Hughes' foster father, General Edward C. Carrington (1790-1855), and to Mrs. Hughes' father and brother, Charles C. (1795-1832) and John Preston Johnston (1821?-l847), articles written by Hughes on Virginia politics, newspapers, and horses, a few letters to Mrs. Hughes, and a scrapbook containing pamphlets and newspaper clippings of articles by Hughes or on subjects that interested Hughes, as well as a letter from J.H. Platt, Jr., Secretary, Union Congressional Republican Executive Committee, Washington, D.C., to Hughes, 17 Sept. 1870, concerning Virginia Republican politics. Prominent correspondents include Louis Agassiz, Chester A. Arthur, George Bancroft, Benjamin F. Butler, Lewis Cass, Claudius Crozet, J.M.L. Curry, John Moncure Daniel, John Warwick Daniel, J.D.B. DeBow, Benjamin S. Ewell, Ulysses S. Grant, James Barron Hope, G.P.R. James, Joseph E. Johnston, W.H.F. Lee, James Longstreet, John S. Mosby, Bishop Alfred Magill Randolph, and William Fanning Wickham (concerning his father John Wickham and members of the Richmond Bar including John Marshall.)","4 items.","1p. Document signed.","Invitation to a ball at West Point; and concerning the lack of letters from Eliza and relations. 3 pp. Printed letter and Autographed letter signed.","Invitation to a West Point ball. 1 p. Printed letter signed.","1 p. Document signed. See Oversize File.","9 items.","Invitation to dinner written in the third person. 1 p. Autograph letter.","Scope and Contents","Concerns Agassiz's proposed publication on the natural history of the fishes of the United States. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Discussion of a financial situation involving him [McDowell] as an administrator of a certain account. 1 p.","3 pp. Autograph document signed.","Scope and Contents","Concerning papers forwarded to R.W.H. received from Mr. Floyd. 3 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the Hughes' European trip and Richmond news, especially the Wise-Clement duel. 4 pp.","Scope and Contents","Asks him to deposit interest due in the Exchange Bank in Richmond. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Encloses informational abstract which he feels will be of sufficient importance to the public. 1 p.","Asks him to deposit in the Exchange Bank of Richmond the principle and interest due on Conway's purchase of a house. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","12 items","Scope and Contents","Asks Conway to deposit the semi-annual interest in the Exchange Bank in Richmond. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerns the construction of a railroad and difficulties encountered in obtaining materials. 1 p.","Receipt for $1150.00 for purchase of two negro slaves, Myra and child, Longa. 1 p. Document signed.","Exemption from military service by reason of being an employee of the Richmond Examiner. 1 p. Printed document signed.","2 pp. Printed document signed. See Medium Oversized File.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the cost of reprints of an article by Hughes in DeBow's Review. 1 p.","Regarding a canal from Virginia to the Ohio River. 9 pp. Autograph draft signed. Including a Typewritten copy. 6 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerning \"your letter\" which throws light on the political situation in Virginia, expressing confidence in Grant and his election; requesting that \"My Dear Sir\" write a letter every week or ten days \"on varying aspect of affairs -- political, economical, social, and general -- in Va. and the South ?\"; and the temper of the Republican party. 3 pp.","Concerns a proposed literary work of Hughes and the enfranchisement of Negroes in the current political climate. 3 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Concerning ports and shipping on the East coast. 4 pp. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Expresses his sympathy to Hughes concerning the defeat of the Republican party in Virginia. 4 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the removal of political disabilities from Robert W. Hughes. 1 p. Letter signed.","28 items.","Thanks Hughes for the check for $350.00 and his expressions of congratulations on the restoration of his health. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Discusses Virginia state finances. 3 pp.","Concerns the resignation of Mr. Slater as Hughes' assistant. 2 pp. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Discusses his financial concerns, including meeting a note due to Hughes in January. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Asks Hughs' support for his nephew, Henry C. Brownlow, of Abingdon, for the office of Postmaster. 3 pp.","Scope and Contents","Requests Hughes to prepare resolutions and an address for party platform. Believes Hughes will be nominated without serious opposition. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the charges made by Col. Withers in his \"Warrenton speech\" against Longstreet. 4 pp.","Thanks Hughes for his note of acknowledgement of his [Lewis'] favor [confirmation of Hughes as Judge]. 1 p.","Asks Hughes to return Hableton's Life of Wise. 1 p. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Requests Hughes' assistance in obtaining a government position. 3 pp.","Scope and Contents","Acknowledges receipt of opinion regarding the Petersburg, Virginia election cases. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Complains about the condition of the division fence between Hughes and Lynch's mother. 1 p.","Requesting information about possible charges against L. H. Chandler. 1 p. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the postponement of an appointment until the President [Grant] can see Hughes. 1 p.","Thanking Hughes for his letter and generous interest. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Encloses autograph of William H[enry] Harrison as frank on an envelope addressed to Benjamin Harrison, Berkeley, Charles City C[ourt] H[ouse], Virginia, and postmarked Washington, D.C., 18 March, n.y., giving details and authentification. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning Hughes' attendance at Petersburg, Virginia, in November for the purposees mentioned in Section 1988 of said Revised Statutes. 1 p. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Regrets to inform Hughes that he really has \"very little, indeed of all that I have to me, that is worthily embodied,\" [for publication], relating to his work. 4 pp.","Discussion of upcoming resignation of Forbes[?] and filling the vacancy. Also relates opinions in the \"Olen case.\" 3 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the appointment of Mr. Potts as Postmaster at Petersburg; Hughes' letter on the Petersburg matter has been referred to the President [Grant]. 1 p.","Received Hughes' note, and is appreciative of his verification of the state of things [?]. even though sorrowful. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Has received Hughes' opinion of the Lee vs. Kaufman case, and is appreciative. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the Arlington case and Hughes' conclusive opinions to which \"You can, I think, safely afford to rest your judicial reputation upon it.\"; and Robertson's plan to attend the sale of the C.  O. Railroad in Virginia, on the 2nd of April. 1 p.","Concerning the trial of Dr. Baylor [?] in Denver, Co., and Bela Hughes' grandfather who lived in Augusta Co., Va. 3 p. Autograph letter signed.","Acknowledges receipt of two newspaper articles by Hughes concerning currency questions. 2 pp. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Reminisces about his father and his friends, including John Marshall, William Wirt, George Hay, William Call, George K. Taylor, and others, and their days as members of the Bar. 3 pp.","Hopes to visit him and Mrs. Hughes in Norfolk. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Concerning the Arlington case and Mr. Willoughby's brief. 8 pp. Autograph letter signed (signature clipped).","22 items.","Scope and Contents","Discusses texts and methods of teaching lectures used at Harvard Law School, at which he is a professor. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Reference question concerning legal books and their whereabouts. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning John Tyler, Jr.'s request to provide a position for a Mr. Spitzer, the President's [R. B. Hayes] concurrence, and Sharman's election to the Senate. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Robby [R. W. Hughes] on the arrival of a little boy. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning Republican politics and the Presidential election of 1880. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Thanks Hughes for a copy of a letter he wrote and states his desire to use it, if published, to teach the students of William and Mary. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning a thank you for \"A Chapter of Personal and Political History,\" written by Hughes. Comments about conclusions reached by RWH in article, and Field's explanation of his differing view of certain points in the article. 10 pp.","Lists the itenerary of her travels in Ireland, Scotland, and England; has enjoyed seeing the autographs of great men. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Is sending the Landmark with extracts from his verses. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Received Hughes' letter of the 7th and will give it due consideration. 1 p. Letter signed.","Received Hughes' letter regarding Judge L. Lewis for the United States Attorney for the Norfolk District, and wil give it due consideration. 1 p. Typewritten letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Paul's election as judge is being contested and he will not withdraw under fire. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerns Judge Hughes' decision in th Washington case, and Mr. Shipman's re-argument thereof. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Asks advice on the purchase of law books relating to federal practice. 2 pp.","Thanks Hughes for his letter about the Coles family, and praises Gov. Edward Coles for his work for the state of Illinois. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Concerning recommendation for admitting of Edward J. Fox into the Bar and his character and integrity. 1 p.","Concerns publication of Lucas' address on John Randolph. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Regarding an ecclesiastical law case.","Scope and Contents","Regarding an ecclesiastical law case. 2 pp.","Reply to letter concerning the death of a horse, Gabriel. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Has been busy preparing a report for the Secretary of the Interior. Hopes to visit them and see the growth \"of the town of which I have heard much.\" 3 pp.","Hughes' letter received concerning his [Lee's] absence from the caucus; as soon as election is over, will comply with his request. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","16 pp. Autograph draft.","5 items.","Scope and Contents","Noticed that Hughes recently heard a case concerning the consitutionality of the Virginia Dressed Beef Law, and comments that he too will be handing down an opinion shortly involving a similar case from Minnesota, with Indiana also involved. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning Curry's inquiry and receipt of documents for use in an address; information regarding his relationship with General Joseph E. Johnston; and duties during Mr. Buchanan's administration. 3 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerning expenses for a stenographer, silver and politics, and mention of McKinley. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Acknowledges receipt of a pair of socks knitted by Mrs. Hughes. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Thanks Hughes for the manuscripts and papers concerning the [Civil War], and relates the feeling of his club as one of \"much to learn on the great question which split North and South.\" 3 pp.","7 items.","Scope and Contents","Explains that he cannot give editorial support in elections. 1 p.","Received Hughes' letter of the 5th and comments on the date that the Judiciary Bill will be introduced to the Senate. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Called to see but Hughes wasn't in; enclosed the pedigree of \"Skidaddle,\" which he requested. 1 p. Autograph note signed.","Asks him to meet Dr. Mackay at four o'clock. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","[Contains drawing of proposed monument]. 1 p. Printed material.","1 p. Card.","Concerns an order furnished by Mr. Forbes in the case of Smith, a bankrupt, in United States District Court. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Printed material. 9 items.","Newspaper. 1 item. See Oversize File.","Scope and Contents","Newspaper. 1 item. See Oversize File. Including 4 Copies of Newspaper clippings of the aforementioned letter printed in The State, Richmond, Virginia, 1881 February 11.","Printed in a Richmond newspaper. Newspaper clipping. 1 item. See Oversize File.","2 copies of Newspaper clippings. See Oversize File.","2 copies of Newspaper clippings. See Oversize File.","2 Copies of Printed volume.","Newspaper clipping. 1 item. See Oversize File.","Scope and Contents","Contains pamphlets and newspaper clippings of various articles by him, and articles that interested him. Also includes J. H. Platt, Jr., Secretary, Union Congressional Republican Executive Committee, Washington, D.C., to R. W. Hughes, Abingdon, Virginia, 1870 September 17.","Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library.","Special Collections Research Center","Hughes, Robert William","English"],"collection_title_tesim":["Robert William Hughes Papers, 1818/1900"],"collection_ssim":["Robert William Hughes Papers, 1818/1900"],"level_ssm":["collection"],"level_ssim":["Collection"],"unitid_ssm":["Mss. 39.2 H87","/repositories/2/resources/9401"],"unitid_tesim":["Mss. 39.2 H87","/repositories/2/resources/9401"],"repository_ssm":["College of William and Mary"],"repository_ssim":["College of William and Mary"],"creator_ssm":["Hughes, Robert William"],"creator_ssim":["Hughes, Robert William"],"creator_persname_ssim":["Hughes, Robert William"],"creator_corpname_ssim":["Special Collections Research Center"],"creators_ssim":["Hughes, Robert William","Special Collections Research Center"],"access_terms_ssm":["Before reproducing or quoting from any materials, in whole or in part, permission must be obtained from the Special Collections Research Center, and the holder of the copyright, if not Swem Library."],"access_subjects_ssim":["United States--Economic history","United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865","United States--Politics and government--1865-1900","Correspondence","Manuscripts (document genre)"],"access_subjects_ssm":["United States--Economic history","United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865","United States--Politics and government--1865-1900","Correspondence","Manuscripts (document genre)"],"has_online_content_ssim":["false"],"extent_ssm":["103.00 Linear Feet"],"extent_tesim":["103.00 Linear Feet"],"genreform_ssim":["Correspondence","Manuscripts (document genre)"],"date_range_isim":[1818,1819,1820,1821,1822,1823,1824,1825,1826,1827,1828,1829,1830,1831,1832,1833,1834,1835,1836,1837,1838,1839,1840,1841,1842,1843,1844,1845,1846,1847,1848,1849,1850,1851,1852,1853,1854,1855,1856,1857,1858,1859,1860,1861,1862,1863,1864,1865,1866,1867,1868,1869,1870,1871,1872,1873,1874,1875,1876,1877,1878,1879,1880,1881,1882,1883,1884,1885,1886,1887,1888,1889,1890,1891,1892,1893,1894,1895,1896,1897,1898,1899,1900],"accessrestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eCollection is open to all researchers. 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Floyd Papers, Robert Morton Hughes Papers, and Joseph E. Johnston Papers, are collections that relate to this collection, Robert William Hughes, which are located in Swem Library, College of William and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e John B. Floyd Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. John Buchanan Floyd Papers, 1831-1863, 1850- 1863. 72 items. Collection number: Mss. 65 F59\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e Robert Morton Hughes Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Robert Morton Hughes Collection, 1715-1933, 1871- 1933. 238 items. Collection number: Mss. 65 H88\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e Joseph E. Johnston Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Joseph E. Johnston Papers, 1825-1891. 264 items. Collection number: Mss. 39.1 J63\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e Another related collection is the Robert Morton Hughes Papers, located in Special Collections, Perry Library, Old Dominion University. This collection in significant because of the correspondence and other papers originally belonging to several of Hughes' relatives including Judge Robert W. Hughes, Governor John B. Floyd, and General Joseph E. Johnston. The collection also contains personal and political correspondence regarding Robert Morton Hughes' legal practice, involvement in Virginia politics, activities in support of education, longtime association with the College of William and Mary, and service on the State Board of Education and the Board of Directors of the Norfolk Public Library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e Papers of Robert Morton Hughes, Special Collections, Perry Library, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia. Papers of Robert Morton Hughes, 1767-1959.39 Hollinger Flat Boxes; 5 Hollinger Oversized Boxes and Additional Bound Volumes. Collection number: MG-7\u003c/p\u003e  "],"relatedmaterial_heading_ssm":["Related Materials:"],"relatedmaterial_tesim":["The John B. Floyd Papers, Robert Morton Hughes Papers, and Joseph E. Johnston Papers, are collections that relate to this collection, Robert William Hughes, which are located in Swem Library, College of William and Mary.","John B. Floyd Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. John Buchanan Floyd Papers, 1831-1863, 1850- 1863. 72 items. Collection number: Mss. 65 F59","Robert Morton Hughes Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Robert Morton Hughes Collection, 1715-1933, 1871- 1933. 238 items. Collection number: Mss. 65 H88","Joseph E. Johnston Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary. Joseph E. Johnston Papers, 1825-1891. 264 items. Collection number: Mss. 39.1 J63","Another related collection is the Robert Morton Hughes Papers, located in Special Collections, Perry Library, Old Dominion University. This collection in significant because of the correspondence and other papers originally belonging to several of Hughes' relatives including Judge Robert W. Hughes, Governor John B. Floyd, and General Joseph E. Johnston. The collection also contains personal and political correspondence regarding Robert Morton Hughes' legal practice, involvement in Virginia politics, activities in support of education, longtime association with the College of William and Mary, and service on the State Board of Education and the Board of Directors of the Norfolk Public Library.","Papers of Robert Morton Hughes, Special Collections, Perry Library, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia. Papers of Robert Morton Hughes, 1767-1959.39 Hollinger Flat Boxes; 5 Hollinger Oversized Boxes and Additional Bound Volumes. Collection number: MG-7"],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003ePapers, mainly 1865-1900, of Robert William Hughes (1821-1901), journalist, Republican politician, and United States District Judge, of Abingdon and Norfolk, Va. Included are family momentoes relating to Hughes' foster father, General Edward C. Carrington (1790-1855), and to Mrs. Hughes' father and brother, Charles C. (1795-1832) and John Preston Johnston (1821?-l847), articles written by Hughes on Virginia politics, newspapers, and horses, a few letters to Mrs. Hughes, and a scrapbook containing pamphlets and newspaper clippings of articles by Hughes or on subjects that interested Hughes, as well as a letter from J.H. Platt, Jr., Secretary, Union Congressional Republican Executive Committee, Washington, D.C., to Hughes, 17 Sept. 1870, concerning Virginia Republican politics. Prominent correspondents include Louis Agassiz, Chester A. Arthur, George Bancroft, Benjamin F. Butler, Lewis Cass, Claudius Crozet, J.M.L. Curry, John Moncure Daniel, John Warwick Daniel, J.D.B. DeBow, Benjamin S. Ewell, Ulysses S. Grant, James Barron Hope, G.P.R. James, Joseph E. Johnston, W.H.F. Lee, James Longstreet, John S. Mosby, Bishop Alfred Magill Randolph, and William Fanning Wickham (concerning his father John Wickham and members of the Richmond Bar including John Marshall.)\u003c/p\u003e  ","\u003cp\u003e4 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1p. Document signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to a ball at West Point; and concerning the lack of letters from Eliza and relations. 3 pp. Printed letter and Autographed letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to a West Point ball. 1 p. Printed letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 p. Document signed. See Oversize File.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e9 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to dinner written in the third person. 1 p. Autograph letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Agassiz's proposed publication on the natural history of the fishes of the United States. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of a financial situation involving him [McDowell] as an administrator of a certain account. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 pp. Autograph document signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning papers forwarded to R.W.H. received from Mr. Floyd. 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the Hughes' European trip and Richmond news, especially the Wise-Clement duel. 4 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks him to deposit interest due in the Exchange Bank in Richmond. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses informational abstract which he feels will be of sufficient importance to the public. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks him to deposit in the Exchange Bank of Richmond the principle and interest due on Conway's purchase of a house. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e12 items\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Conway to deposit the semi-annual interest in the Exchange Bank in Richmond. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns the construction of a railroad and difficulties encountered in obtaining materials. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $1150.00 for purchase of two negro slaves, Myra and child, Longa. 1 p. Document signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExemption from military service by reason of being an employee of the Richmond Examiner. 1 p. Printed document signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 pp. Printed document signed. See Medium Oversized File.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the cost of reprints of an article by Hughes in DeBow's Review. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding a canal from Virginia to the Ohio River. 9 pp. Autograph draft signed. Including a Typewritten copy. 6 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning \"your letter\" which throws light on the political situation in Virginia, expressing confidence in Grant and his election; requesting that \"My Dear Sir\" write a letter every week or ten days \"on varying aspect of affairs -- political, economical, social, and general -- in Va. and the South ?\"; and the temper of the Republican party. 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a proposed literary work of Hughes and the enfranchisement of Negroes in the current political climate. 3 pp. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning ports and shipping on the East coast. 4 pp. Letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses his sympathy to Hughes concerning the defeat of the Republican party in Virginia. 4 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the removal of political disabilities from Robert W. Hughes. 1 p. Letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e28 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Hughes for the check for $350.00 and his expressions of congratulations on the restoration of his health. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Virginia state finances. 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns the resignation of Mr. Slater as Hughes' assistant. 2 pp. Letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses his financial concerns, including meeting a note due to Hughes in January. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Hughs' support for his nephew, Henry C. Brownlow, of Abingdon, for the office of Postmaster. 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests Hughes to prepare resolutions and an address for party platform. Believes Hughes will be nominated without serious opposition. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the charges made by Col. Withers in his \"Warrenton speech\" against Longstreet. 4 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Hughes for his note of acknowledgement of his [Lewis'] favor [confirmation of Hughes as Judge]. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Hughes to return Hableton's Life of Wise. 1 p. Letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests Hughes' assistance in obtaining a government position. 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of opinion regarding the Petersburg, Virginia election cases. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComplains about the condition of the division fence between Hughes and Lynch's mother. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting information about possible charges against L. H. Chandler. 1 p. Letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the postponement of an appointment until the President [Grant] can see Hughes. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanking Hughes for his letter and generous interest. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses autograph of William H[enry] Harrison as frank on an envelope addressed to Benjamin Harrison, Berkeley, Charles City C[ourt] H[ouse], Virginia, and postmarked Washington, D.C., 18 March, n.y., giving details and authentification. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Hughes' attendance at Petersburg, Virginia, in November for the purposees mentioned in Section 1988 of said Revised Statutes. 1 p. Letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets to inform Hughes that he really has \"very little, indeed of all that I have to me, that is worthily embodied,\" [for publication], relating to his work. 4 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of upcoming resignation of Forbes[?] and filling the vacancy. Also relates opinions in the \"Olen case.\" 3 pp. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the appointment of Mr. Potts as Postmaster at Petersburg; Hughes' letter on the Petersburg matter has been referred to the President [Grant]. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived Hughes' note, and is appreciative of his verification of the state of things [?]. even though sorrowful. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas received Hughes' opinion of the Lee vs. Kaufman case, and is appreciative. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the Arlington case and Hughes' conclusive opinions to which \"You can, I think, safely afford to rest your judicial reputation upon it.\"; and Robertson's plan to attend the sale of the C.  O. Railroad in Virginia, on the 2nd of April. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the trial of Dr. Baylor [?] in Denver, Co., and Bela Hughes' grandfather who lived in Augusta Co., Va. 3 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of two newspaper articles by Hughes concerning currency questions. 2 pp. Letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReminisces about his father and his friends, including John Marshall, William Wirt, George Hay, William Call, George K. Taylor, and others, and their days as members of the Bar. 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes to visit him and Mrs. Hughes in Norfolk. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the Arlington case and Mr. Willoughby's brief. 8 pp. Autograph letter signed (signature clipped).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e22 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses texts and methods of teaching lectures used at Harvard Law School, at which he is a professor. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReference question concerning legal books and their whereabouts. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning John Tyler, Jr.'s request to provide a position for a Mr. Spitzer, the President's [R. B. Hayes] concurrence, and Sharman's election to the Senate. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Robby [R. W. Hughes] on the arrival of a little boy. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Republican politics and the Presidential election of 1880. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Hughes for a copy of a letter he wrote and states his desire to use it, if published, to teach the students of William and Mary. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a thank you for \"A Chapter of Personal and Political History,\" written by Hughes. Comments about conclusions reached by RWH in article, and Field's explanation of his differing view of certain points in the article. 10 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists the itenerary of her travels in Ireland, Scotland, and England; has enjoyed seeing the autographs of great men. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs sending the Landmark with extracts from his verses. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived Hughes' letter of the 7th and will give it due consideration. 1 p. Letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived Hughes' letter regarding Judge L. Lewis for the United States Attorney for the Norfolk District, and wil give it due consideration. 1 p. Typewritten letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePaul's election as judge is being contested and he will not withdraw under fire. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns Judge Hughes' decision in th Washington case, and Mr. Shipman's re-argument thereof. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks advice on the purchase of law books relating to federal practice. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Hughes for his letter about the Coles family, and praises Gov. Edward Coles for his work for the state of Illinois. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning recommendation for admitting of Edward J. Fox into the Bar and his character and integrity. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns publication of Lucas' address on John Randolph. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding an ecclesiastical law case.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding an ecclesiastical law case. 2 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReply to letter concerning the death of a horse, Gabriel. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been busy preparing a report for the Secretary of the Interior. Hopes to visit them and see the growth \"of the town of which I have heard much.\" 3 pp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHughes' letter received concerning his [Lee's] absence from the caucus; as soon as election is over, will comply with his request. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e16 pp. Autograph draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 items.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNoticed that Hughes recently heard a case concerning the consitutionality of the Virginia Dressed Beef Law, and comments that he too will be handing down an opinion shortly involving a similar case from Minnesota, with Indiana also involved. 1 p.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Curry's inquiry and receipt of documents for use in an address; information regarding his relationship with General Joseph E. 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Including 4 Copies of Newspaper clippings of the aforementioned letter printed in The State, Richmond, Virginia, 1881 February 11.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted in a Richmond newspaper. Newspaper clipping. 1 item. See Oversize File.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 copies of Newspaper clippings. See Oversize File.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 copies of Newspaper clippings. See Oversize File.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 Copies of Printed volume.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper clipping. 1 item. See Oversize File.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains pamphlets and newspaper clippings of various articles by him, and articles that interested him. Also includes J. H. Platt, Jr., Secretary, Union Congressional Republican Executive Committee, Washington, D.C., to R. W. 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Included are family momentoes relating to Hughes' foster father, General Edward C. Carrington (1790-1855), and to Mrs. Hughes' father and brother, Charles C. (1795-1832) and John Preston Johnston (1821?-l847), articles written by Hughes on Virginia politics, newspapers, and horses, a few letters to Mrs. Hughes, and a scrapbook containing pamphlets and newspaper clippings of articles by Hughes or on subjects that interested Hughes, as well as a letter from J.H. Platt, Jr., Secretary, Union Congressional Republican Executive Committee, Washington, D.C., to Hughes, 17 Sept. 1870, concerning Virginia Republican politics. Prominent correspondents include Louis Agassiz, Chester A. Arthur, George Bancroft, Benjamin F. Butler, Lewis Cass, Claudius Crozet, J.M.L. Curry, John Moncure Daniel, John Warwick Daniel, J.D.B. DeBow, Benjamin S. Ewell, Ulysses S. Grant, James Barron Hope, G.P.R. James, Joseph E. Johnston, W.H.F. Lee, James Longstreet, John S. Mosby, Bishop Alfred Magill Randolph, and William Fanning Wickham (concerning his father John Wickham and members of the Richmond Bar including John Marshall.)","4 items.","1p. Document signed.","Invitation to a ball at West Point; and concerning the lack of letters from Eliza and relations. 3 pp. Printed letter and Autographed letter signed.","Invitation to a West Point ball. 1 p. Printed letter signed.","1 p. Document signed. See Oversize File.","9 items.","Invitation to dinner written in the third person. 1 p. Autograph letter.","Scope and Contents","Concerns Agassiz's proposed publication on the natural history of the fishes of the United States. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Discussion of a financial situation involving him [McDowell] as an administrator of a certain account. 1 p.","3 pp. Autograph document signed.","Scope and Contents","Concerning papers forwarded to R.W.H. received from Mr. Floyd. 3 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the Hughes' European trip and Richmond news, especially the Wise-Clement duel. 4 pp.","Scope and Contents","Asks him to deposit interest due in the Exchange Bank in Richmond. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Encloses informational abstract which he feels will be of sufficient importance to the public. 1 p.","Asks him to deposit in the Exchange Bank of Richmond the principle and interest due on Conway's purchase of a house. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","12 items","Scope and Contents","Asks Conway to deposit the semi-annual interest in the Exchange Bank in Richmond. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerns the construction of a railroad and difficulties encountered in obtaining materials. 1 p.","Receipt for $1150.00 for purchase of two negro slaves, Myra and child, Longa. 1 p. Document signed.","Exemption from military service by reason of being an employee of the Richmond Examiner. 1 p. Printed document signed.","2 pp. Printed document signed. See Medium Oversized File.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the cost of reprints of an article by Hughes in DeBow's Review. 1 p.","Regarding a canal from Virginia to the Ohio River. 9 pp. Autograph draft signed. Including a Typewritten copy. 6 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerning \"your letter\" which throws light on the political situation in Virginia, expressing confidence in Grant and his election; requesting that \"My Dear Sir\" write a letter every week or ten days \"on varying aspect of affairs -- political, economical, social, and general -- in Va. and the South ?\"; and the temper of the Republican party. 3 pp.","Concerns a proposed literary work of Hughes and the enfranchisement of Negroes in the current political climate. 3 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Concerning ports and shipping on the East coast. 4 pp. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Expresses his sympathy to Hughes concerning the defeat of the Republican party in Virginia. 4 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the removal of political disabilities from Robert W. Hughes. 1 p. Letter signed.","28 items.","Thanks Hughes for the check for $350.00 and his expressions of congratulations on the restoration of his health. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Discusses Virginia state finances. 3 pp.","Concerns the resignation of Mr. Slater as Hughes' assistant. 2 pp. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Discusses his financial concerns, including meeting a note due to Hughes in January. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Asks Hughs' support for his nephew, Henry C. Brownlow, of Abingdon, for the office of Postmaster. 3 pp.","Scope and Contents","Requests Hughes to prepare resolutions and an address for party platform. Believes Hughes will be nominated without serious opposition. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the charges made by Col. Withers in his \"Warrenton speech\" against Longstreet. 4 pp.","Thanks Hughes for his note of acknowledgement of his [Lewis'] favor [confirmation of Hughes as Judge]. 1 p.","Asks Hughes to return Hableton's Life of Wise. 1 p. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Requests Hughes' assistance in obtaining a government position. 3 pp.","Scope and Contents","Acknowledges receipt of opinion regarding the Petersburg, Virginia election cases. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Complains about the condition of the division fence between Hughes and Lynch's mother. 1 p.","Requesting information about possible charges against L. H. Chandler. 1 p. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the postponement of an appointment until the President [Grant] can see Hughes. 1 p.","Thanking Hughes for his letter and generous interest. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Encloses autograph of William H[enry] Harrison as frank on an envelope addressed to Benjamin Harrison, Berkeley, Charles City C[ourt] H[ouse], Virginia, and postmarked Washington, D.C., 18 March, n.y., giving details and authentification. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning Hughes' attendance at Petersburg, Virginia, in November for the purposees mentioned in Section 1988 of said Revised Statutes. 1 p. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Regrets to inform Hughes that he really has \"very little, indeed of all that I have to me, that is worthily embodied,\" [for publication], relating to his work. 4 pp.","Discussion of upcoming resignation of Forbes[?] and filling the vacancy. Also relates opinions in the \"Olen case.\" 3 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the appointment of Mr. Potts as Postmaster at Petersburg; Hughes' letter on the Petersburg matter has been referred to the President [Grant]. 1 p.","Received Hughes' note, and is appreciative of his verification of the state of things [?]. even though sorrowful. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Has received Hughes' opinion of the Lee vs. Kaufman case, and is appreciative. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning the Arlington case and Hughes' conclusive opinions to which \"You can, I think, safely afford to rest your judicial reputation upon it.\"; and Robertson's plan to attend the sale of the C.  O. Railroad in Virginia, on the 2nd of April. 1 p.","Concerning the trial of Dr. Baylor [?] in Denver, Co., and Bela Hughes' grandfather who lived in Augusta Co., Va. 3 p. Autograph letter signed.","Acknowledges receipt of two newspaper articles by Hughes concerning currency questions. 2 pp. Letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Reminisces about his father and his friends, including John Marshall, William Wirt, George Hay, William Call, George K. Taylor, and others, and their days as members of the Bar. 3 pp.","Hopes to visit him and Mrs. Hughes in Norfolk. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Concerning the Arlington case and Mr. Willoughby's brief. 8 pp. Autograph letter signed (signature clipped).","22 items.","Scope and Contents","Discusses texts and methods of teaching lectures used at Harvard Law School, at which he is a professor. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Reference question concerning legal books and their whereabouts. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning John Tyler, Jr.'s request to provide a position for a Mr. Spitzer, the President's [R. B. Hayes] concurrence, and Sharman's election to the Senate. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Robby [R. W. Hughes] on the arrival of a little boy. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning Republican politics and the Presidential election of 1880. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Thanks Hughes for a copy of a letter he wrote and states his desire to use it, if published, to teach the students of William and Mary. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning a thank you for \"A Chapter of Personal and Political History,\" written by Hughes. Comments about conclusions reached by RWH in article, and Field's explanation of his differing view of certain points in the article. 10 pp.","Lists the itenerary of her travels in Ireland, Scotland, and England; has enjoyed seeing the autographs of great men. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Is sending the Landmark with extracts from his verses. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Received Hughes' letter of the 7th and will give it due consideration. 1 p. Letter signed.","Received Hughes' letter regarding Judge L. Lewis for the United States Attorney for the Norfolk District, and wil give it due consideration. 1 p. Typewritten letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Paul's election as judge is being contested and he will not withdraw under fire. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerns Judge Hughes' decision in th Washington case, and Mr. Shipman's re-argument thereof. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Asks advice on the purchase of law books relating to federal practice. 2 pp.","Thanks Hughes for his letter about the Coles family, and praises Gov. Edward Coles for his work for the state of Illinois. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Concerning recommendation for admitting of Edward J. Fox into the Bar and his character and integrity. 1 p.","Concerns publication of Lucas' address on John Randolph. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Regarding an ecclesiastical law case.","Scope and Contents","Regarding an ecclesiastical law case. 2 pp.","Reply to letter concerning the death of a horse, Gabriel. 2 pp. Autograph letter signed.","Scope and Contents","Has been busy preparing a report for the Secretary of the Interior. Hopes to visit them and see the growth \"of the town of which I have heard much.\" 3 pp.","Hughes' letter received concerning his [Lee's] absence from the caucus; as soon as election is over, will comply with his request. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","16 pp. Autograph draft.","5 items.","Scope and Contents","Noticed that Hughes recently heard a case concerning the consitutionality of the Virginia Dressed Beef Law, and comments that he too will be handing down an opinion shortly involving a similar case from Minnesota, with Indiana also involved. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Concerning Curry's inquiry and receipt of documents for use in an address; information regarding his relationship with General Joseph E. Johnston; and duties during Mr. Buchanan's administration. 3 pp.","Scope and Contents","Concerning expenses for a stenographer, silver and politics, and mention of McKinley. 2 pp.","Scope and Contents","Acknowledges receipt of a pair of socks knitted by Mrs. Hughes. 1 p.","Scope and Contents","Thanks Hughes for the manuscripts and papers concerning the [Civil War], and relates the feeling of his club as one of \"much to learn on the great question which split North and South.\" 3 pp.","7 items.","Scope and Contents","Explains that he cannot give editorial support in elections. 1 p.","Received Hughes' letter of the 5th and comments on the date that the Judiciary Bill will be introduced to the Senate. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Called to see but Hughes wasn't in; enclosed the pedigree of \"Skidaddle,\" which he requested. 1 p. Autograph note signed.","Asks him to meet Dr. Mackay at four o'clock. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","[Contains drawing of proposed monument]. 1 p. Printed material.","1 p. Card.","Concerns an order furnished by Mr. Forbes in the case of Smith, a bankrupt, in United States District Court. 1 p. Autograph letter signed.","Printed material. 9 items.","Newspaper. 1 item. See Oversize File.","Scope and Contents","Newspaper. 1 item. See Oversize File. Including 4 Copies of Newspaper clippings of the aforementioned letter printed in The State, Richmond, Virginia, 1881 February 11.","Printed in a Richmond newspaper. Newspaper clipping. 1 item. See Oversize File.","2 copies of Newspaper clippings. See Oversize File.","2 copies of Newspaper clippings. See Oversize File.","2 Copies of Printed volume.","Newspaper clipping. 1 item. See Oversize File.","Scope and Contents","Contains pamphlets and newspaper clippings of various articles by him, and articles that interested him. Also includes J. H. Platt, Jr., Secretary, Union Congressional Republican Executive Committee, Washington, D.C., to R. W. 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