Bibliographic Records
Database:
Volunteer Voices: The Growth of Democracy in Tennessee
Query:
vvcat: "A.4"
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Title: Old Dog Tray
Composer : Stephen C. Foster
Date Created: 1853
Abstract: This piece of sheet music is included in a bound volume that once belonged to Miss Nora Gardner, a Tennessee resident. In the upper right corner of the cover is an inscription written in pencil that reads "Nora Lee Gardner." An ode to a dog that states "I'll never, never find A better friend than old dog Tray."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Nora Gardner Sheet Music Volumes
Contributing Institution: Center for Popular Music
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002583
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| 502 |
Title: 1829 Dec. 14 [to] Sam Houston, Knoxville, Tennessee
Author : Stephen Marcum
Recipient : Sam Houston
Date Created: 1829-12-14
Abstract: This document is a letter written to Sam Houston regarding a reward for three men who escaped from jail in Knoxville Tennessee.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Governor Samuel Houston Papers, 1827-1829
Contributing Institution: Tennessee State Library and Archives
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002922
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| 503 |
Title: 1841 Feb. 9, State of Arkansas, County of Washington
Author : Susan Mosley
Signer : John Pender
Date Created: 1841-02-09
Abstract: This document, dated February 9, 1841 is an inventory of property, belonging to Sarah Mosley of the Cherokee Nation East of the Mississippi, that was taken from her between 1829 and 1832 by European settlers.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Penelope Allen Collection, 1801-1984
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003108
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| 504 |
Title: Cerro Gordo Quick Step
Composer : T. (Thomas) Bricher
Date Created: 1847
Abstract: A piano forte quickstep musical composition relating to the expansionism ideals during James K. Polk's presidency. Cerro Gordo is a city in California, which aquired along with New Mexico and California by America after the Mexican War.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: James K. Polk Sheet Music Collection
Contributing Institution: Center for Popular Music
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001481
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| 505 |
Title: 1829 April 29 [to] Governor Sam Houston, Nashville, Tennessee
Author : T.A. Howard
Recipient : Sam Houston
Date Created: 1829-04-29
Abstract: This document is a letter written April 29, 1829 by T. A. Howard to Sam Houston. Howard expresses his deep regret that Sam Houston has resigned as Governor of Tennessee.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Governor Samuel Houston Papers, 1827-1829
Contributing Institution: Tennessee State Library and Archives
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002921
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| 506 |
Title: 1833 Feb. 3 [to] Walter Moore, Rutherford County, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Author : T.O. Moore
Recipient : Walter Moore
Date Created: 1833-02-03
Abstract: This is a letter dated February 3, 1833 from T.O. Moore to his brother Walter Moore. In addition to a payment of money, he urges his brother to settle on the Bayou, and writes of the wedding of their cousin.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Colonel James Moore King Collection, 1792-1877
Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002899
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| 507 |
Title: 1816 Aug. 29, Cherokee Agency
Complainant : Tetoneskee
Witness : John Ross
Date Created: 1816-08-29
Abstract: This document is a spoliation claim regarding fourteen hogs belonging to Tetoneskee that were stolen by the Tennessee Militia.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Penelope Allen Collection, 1801-1984
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003090
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| 508 |
Title: 1812 July 13, Highwassee Garrison
Author; Signer : The Glass
Author; Signer : John Lowry
Signer : Richard Taylor
Date Created: 1812-07-13
Abstract: This document is a receipt dated July 13, 1812, acknowledging that the Cherokee Chiefs received an annuity payment from Return J. Meigs for nine thousand dollars. The document is signed by several Chiefs of the Cherokee Nation.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Penelope Allen Collection, 1801-1984
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003040
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| 509 |
Title: 1806 Nov. 25, Glass[`s] house, Louckout Montin [i.e. Lookout Mountain] to [Colonel] Return J. Meigs
Author : The Glass
Recipient : Return J. Meigs, 1740-1823
Date Created: 1806-11-25
Abstract: This document, dated November 25, 1806, is a letter to the U.S. Agent to the Cherokees, Colonel Return J. Meigs, from Cherokee headmen The Glass, Dick Justice, (Lurkill?) at home, John Lowrey, John Bogs, Porch Flower, Cumberland, and Tuskeheke gathered at Glass` house on Lookout Mountain in the Cherokee Nation. They request that ferry transport conducted by John Riley and Robert King be stopped because the Cherokees of the upper towns are determined to prevent the construction of a proposed road from Georgia to Cumberland by way of Lookout Mountain.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Penelope Allen Collection, 1801-1984
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003074
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| 510 |
Title: 1806 Mar. 5 to Col[onel] Return J. Meigs
Author : The Glass
Recipient : Return J. Meigs, 1740-1823
Date Created: 1806-03-05
Abstract: This is a letter dated march 5, 1806 from Cherokee headmen The Glass, Dick Justice, John (Bogs?), and Charles Hicks (acting as interpreter) to the United States Agent to the Cherokees, Colonel Return J. Meigs. The letter requests that Meigs pay, with Cherokee funds, the one hundred and fifty dollar fee owed to a doctor. Dr. McNeil was sent to inoculate the Cherokee without their request.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Penelope Allen Collection, 1801-1984
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003073
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| 511 |
Title: Thomas A. R. Nelson, Greeneville, Tennessee to Rev. W. G. Brownlow
Author : Thomas A.R. Nelson
Recipient : William G. Brownlow, 1805-1877
Date Created: 1859-08-05
Abstract: Thomas A.R. Nelson writing from Greeneville, Tennessee discusses the vote variation over the course of the last two elections in Greene County.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: William G. Brownlow Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001810
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| 512 |
Title: Establishment of Lincoln County Govenment
Associated name : Thomas H. Benton
Date Created: 1810-02-25
Abstract: 7 pages, lighter cream parchment color than the scan shows, encapsulated.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: County Records
Contributing Institution: Lincoln County Archives
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003610
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| 513 |
Title: Circular letter to the public in regards to the affray with General Andrew Jackson in Nashville
Author : Thomas Hart Benton, 1782-1858
Associated name : Andrew Jackson, 1767-1845
Associated name : Jesse Benton
Date Created: 1813-09-10
Abstract: Thomas Hart Benton published this circular letter to present his side of the story in regards to his public fight with Andrew Jackson. He enumerates the order in which the fight occurred after he and his brother, Jesse Benton, arrived in Nashville. He states that Jackson sought him out, and with the aid of Colonel Coffee, Alexander Donelson, Captain Hammond and Stokely Hays, preceded to attack the brothers at the house of Judge Searcy. Andrew Jackson was shot during this encounter.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Tennessee Historical Society Miscellaneous Files, 1688-1951
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Historical Society
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002544
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| 514 |
Title: An Account of Some of the Bloody Deeds of General Jackson
Author : Thomas Hart Benton
Date Created: 1818 - 1825
Abstract: An account of the "bloody deeds" of general jackson, who reportedly authorized the execution of 6 militia men.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: The Hermitage Historic Collection
Contributing Institution: The Hermitage
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003258
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| 515 |
Title: 1803 Jul. 1, [to] Sam[ue]l Hanson [and] Tho[ma]s Hayword
Signer : Thomas Hayword
Date Created: 1803-07-01
Abstract: This document is a receipt for the salaries of Samuel Hanson and Thomas Hayword paid by the Secretary of War, Henry Dearborn. Hanson and Hayword worked to settle the accounts of an Indian Factory the months of May and June 1803.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Penelope Allen Collection, 1801-1984
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003126
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| 516 |
Title: 1836 Dec. 7, Athens [Tennessee]
Signer : Thomas J. Campbell
Signer : Charles F. Keith
Associated name : Spencer Jarnagin
Date Created: 1836-12-07
Abstract: This document is a legal agreement between the Cherokee Indians in Tennessee and Spencer Jarnagin. Jarnagin, an attorney, represented members of the Cherokee Nation in numerous lawsuits.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Penelope Allen Collection, 1801-1984
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003066
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| 517 |
Title: Bill of Sale by Thomas J. Cashland in Sparta, Tennessee
Author : Thomas J. Cashland
Assignee : Andrew Gamble
Date Created: 1863-11-17
Abstract: Bill of sale of an 18 year-old Negro boy to Andrew Gamble.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Vertical Files
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002731
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| 518 |
Title: Wharton, Thomas J. in Raymond, MS to Burford, David in Dixon Springs, TN
Author : Thomas J. Wharton
Date Created: 1850-09-03
Abstract: Details a claim by James W. Miller of Jackson, Mississippi regarding business dealings with Wharton and Burford. Wharton informed Miller that any reasonable settlement on the claim would be made to prevent a lawsuit. Wharton proposes to offer Miller an even trade of all the slaves bought by Miller from Burford for the notes he owed Burford. Includes copy of a letter of intent from Miller to Wharton regarding the claim.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: David Burford Papers, 1814-1855
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001833
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| 519 |
Title: Wharton, Thomas J. in Jackson, MS to Burford, David in Dixon Springs, TN
Author : Thomas J. Wharton
Date Created: 1850-07-21
Abstract: Discusses the Miller case and the action being taken against the O.D. Johnston estate. Business with Miller is closed with Burford to pay the court costs. Burford will extend credit to Miller with Miller`s recent acquisition of forty to fifty slaves as collateral.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: David Burford Papers, 1814-1855
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001835
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| 520 |
Title: Wharton, Thomas J. in Jackson MS to Burford, David in Dixon Springs, TN
Author : Thomas J. Wharton
Date Created: 1856-04-15
Abstract: Notes that Wharton is sending Burford the amount due him by Miller out of Wharton`s own pocket. Miller has left the region, so the balance is not collectable. Enclosed is a financial account of the balance owed Burford by Miller less 5% service fee as previously agreed.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: David Burford Papers, 1814-1856
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001837
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| 521 |
Title: George Gansner`s Petition for Naturalization Expartee
Witness : Thomas M. Atkins
Author; Signer : George Gansner, 1812-
Signer : E.D. Sargent
Date Created: 1856-03-10
Abstract: George Gansner`s petition for naturalization. Gansner was born in Switzerland and migrated to the United States. He eventually settled in Stewart County, TN, and petitioned for citizenship there. Clerk Thomas M. Atkins signed the petition as witness. N.C. Taylor and E.D. Sargent testified on Gansner`s behalf.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: State Circuit Court
Contributing Institution: Stewart County Archives
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002745
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| 522 |
Title: Thomas Moore in Alexandria, Louisiana to James King in Rural Rest
Author : Thomas Moore
Recipient : James King
Date Created: 1838-08-16
Abstract: This is a letter dated August 16, 1838 from Thomas Moore to his cousin James King. In the letter Moore highlights some events of daily life in Louisiana as well as hopes and prospects for his crops.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Colonel James Moore King Collection, 1792-1877
Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002876
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| 523 |
Title: Thomas Moore in Alexandria, Louisiana to James Moore King in Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Author : Thomas Moore
Recipient : James Moore King
Date Created: 1837-04-30
Abstract: This is a letter from Thomas Moore dated April 30, 1837 to his cousin James M. King. Moore tells King of the failure of many banks in Louisiana, and that many lives had been interrupted by a virtually paralyzed commercial community. According to Moore`s letter, money is scarce, and his future, as well as many other`s is uncertain.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Colonel James Moore King Collection, 1792-1877
Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002914
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| 524 |
Title: 1835 Mar. 9, Alexandria, Louisiana [to] James King, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Author : Thomas Moore
Date Created: 1835-03-09
Abstract: This is a letter dated March 9, 1835 from Thomas Moore to his cousin James King. He urges his cousin to resettle in the south, specifically Louisiana, as soon as possible, as land is quickly being bought and land prices are rising.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Colonel James Moore King Collection, 1792-1877
Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002910
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| 525 |
Title: 1843 Dec. 20 [to] James King
Author : Thomas Moore
Recipient : James M. King
Date Created: 1843-12-20
Abstract: This is a letter dated December 20, 1843 from Thomas Moore to James M. King. In addition to asking King to repent his political sins, Moore reports on the condition of his crops, and plans for future visits.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Colonel James Moore King Collection, 1792-1877
Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002869
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