Bibliographic Records
Database:
Volunteer Voices: The Growth of Democracy in Tennessee
Query:
vvcat: "A.4"
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Title: James King in Rural Rest to Henry King in Ross Landing
Author : James King
Date Created: 1838-06-05
Abstract: This is a letter dated July 5, 1838 from James King to his son Henry King. In much of the letter, King offers advice to his son concerning military matters, discipline, and the attributes of a good soldier.
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=200800000002875
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Title: 1835 Oct. 21, Memphis, [to] Mrs. James King
Author : James King
Recipient : Mrs. James King
Date Created: 1835-10-21
Abstract: This document is a letter written by James King to his wife dated October 21, 1835. King writes the letter from Memphis, Tennessee, where yellow fever has killed many of its residents and has caused others to flee the city. King writes of his good health and of hers, certain business matters involving himself, and states that the fever will soon be gone so that Mrs. King can return home. King speaks of many of their friends in the city that have become ill, or were ill due to the fever. He concludes by wishing her and their family continued health and a prompt reunion.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: James King Papers
Contributing Institution: C. M. McClung Historical Collection
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002985
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Title: James King in Rural Rest to Henry King in Ross Landing
Author : James M. King
Date Created: 1838-06-16
Abstract: This is a letter dated June 16, 1838 from James King to his son, Henry King. He praises his son for his achievements as a volunteer in the army and is grateful for the letters Henry has written to him. He urges him to write with more information on army movements and other inside information.
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=200800000002874
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Title: Bounty land warrant application for military service
Author : James McCutchen
Author : L. P. Waldo
Date Created: 1855-05-29
Abstract: This document acknowledges the bounty land warrant claim of James McCutchen. Bounty land warrant application files relate to claims based on wartime service between 1775 and March 3, 1855, for service in the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, early Indian Wars, or the Mexican War.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Contributing Institution: Tennessee State Library and Archives
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001630
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Title: 1839 Apr. 15, Roane County [to] Mr. Cha[rle]s F. Welcker, Kingston, Tennessee
Author : James Monroe Welcker
Recipient : Charles Frederick Welcker
Date Created: 1839-04-15
Abstract: This document is a letter dated April 15, 1839, from James Monroe Welcker to his brother Charles Frederick Welcker in Kingston, Tennessee. James writes from the home of a Captain Lackey, whom he says has two mules that Charles may like to employ for ploughing.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Charles Freeling Welcker Papers
Contributing Institution: C. M. McClung Historical Collection
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002978
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Title: 1839 Jan. 5, Knoxville, Tennessee [to] Charles F. Welcker, Mouth [of] Poplar Creek, Roane County
Author : James Monroe Welcker
Recipient : Charles F. Welcker
Date Created: 1839-01-05
Abstract: This document is a letter dated January 5, 1839, from James Monroe Welcker in Knoxville, Tennessee, to his brother Charles Frederick Welcker in Roane County. James informs his brother that he could not procure any of the clover seed he had been asked to send, nor could he manage to finish other business for their brother Henry and others.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Charles Freeling Welcker Papers
Contributing Institution: C. M. McClung Historical Collection
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002976
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Title: 1839 Dec. 28, Knoxville, Tennessee [to] Charles F. Welcker, Laurel Banks, Roane County
Author : James Monroe Welcker
Recipient : Welcker
Date Created: 1839-12-28
Abstract: This document is a letter dated December 28, 1839 from James Monroe Welcker in Knoxville, Tennessee to his brother Charles Frederick Welcker in Roane County, Tennessee. James writes briefly about Christmas in Knoxville and his disappointment at not seeing their brother Lewis. He also talks quite extensively about livestock.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Charles Freeling Welcker Papers
Contributing Institution: C. M. McClung Historical Collection
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002984
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Title: 1837 May 13, E[ast] T[ennessee] College [to] Mr. Charles F. Welcker, Talladega, Alabama
Author : James Monroe Welcker
Recipient : Charles F. Welcker
Date Created: 1837-05-13
Abstract: This document is a letter dated May 13, 1837, from James Monroe Welcker at East Tennessee College to his brother Charles F. Welcker in Talladega, Alabama. James writes to his brother about personal and family matters. He speaks of the latest news of their siblings, two of whom--Frederick and Benjamin Franklin--are also attending school in Knoxville. James also talks of his displeasure in hearing of the recent sickness in his brother`s family.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Charles Freeling Welcker Papers
Contributing Institution: C. M. McClung Historical Collection
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002968
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Title: 1838 Feb. 13, Knoxville, TN [to] Henry I. Welcker, Kingston, Tennessee
Author : James Monroe Welcker
Recipient : Henry Inman Welcker
Date Created: 1838-02-13
Abstract: This document is a letter dated February 13, 1838, from James Monroe Welcker to his brother Henry Inman Welcker in Kingston, Tennessee. The Welckers were a prominent family from Roane County. James writes this letter from Knoxville, where he is studying law and their younger brother Albert is attending school. James responds to Henry`s earlier enquiry regarding merchants going east, and he discusses family matters as well.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Charles Freeling Welcker Papers
Contributing Institution: C. M. McClung Historical Collection
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002973
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Title: James Moore King in Rural Rest to Thomas Moore
Author : James Moore King
Date Created: 1835-08
Abstract: This is a letter dated August, 1835 from James Moore King to his cousin Thomas Moore. He conveys the price many slaves are being sold for and their characteristics.
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=200800000002911
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Title: 1834 Jan. 26, Rural Rest [to] Major Sims
Author : James Moore King
Date Created: 1834-01-26
Abstract: This is a one page letter dated January 26, 1834 from James Moore King to Major Sims. The subject of the letter is the preparation of a dinner for the volunteer soldiers.
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=200800000002906
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Title: 1839 Jun. 13, Moringo County, McKinley, Alabama [to] Henry King, Rural Rest, Rutherford County, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Author : James Moore King
Recipient : Henry King
Date Created: 1839-06-13
Abstract: This is a letter dated June 13, 1839 from James King to his son Henry King. James King gives his son several directions for looking after the plantation, and requests that every thing be well tended to.
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=200800000002882
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Title: 1831, [to] William
Author : James Moore King
Date Created: 1831
Abstract: This is a letter written ca. 1831, presumably from James Moore King; the recipient is only identified by William. The letter consists of adulation, and highly descriptive language of audience reactions to colts and stallions at an exhibition in Murfreesboro.
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=200800000002893
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Title: 1815, Bachelors Hall The Ladies Choice [to] Uncle
Author : James Moore King
Date Created: 1815
Abstract: This is a letter from James Moore King to his uncle announcing his return home to Tennessee following a seven month campaign against the British in New Orleans. It outlines a vivid description of battle and narrow escape.
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=200800000002883
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Title: 1831 Mar. 5 [to] Hardy Moore
Author : James Moore King
Recipient : Hardy Moore
Date Created: 1831-03-05
Abstract: This is a letter that dates March 5, 1831 from James Moore King to Hardy Moore. The letter concerns the exhibition, performance and praise of fine horses, as well as the acquisition of new animals.
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=200800000002896
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Title: 1815 Mar. 16, Camp Coffee [to] Mother, Davidson County
Author : James Moore King
Date Created: 1815-03-16
Abstract: This is a letter written by James Moore King from Camp Coffee, New Orleans on March 16, 1815 to his mother. He writes that he, as many in the camp, suffers from a cold. He anticipates arriving at home in April.
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=200800000002945
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Title: 1813 Oct. 20, North Carolina, Sampson Co [to] Mr. Henry King, Davidson Co Tennessee
Author : James Moore King
Recipient : Henry King
Date Created: 1813-10-20
Abstract: This document is a letter from James Moore King to his brother Henry King in Davidson County, Tennessee, dated October 20, 1813. He is conveying that he cannot send money at the time, and offering his regards for a future visit.
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=200800000003006
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Title: 1818 Bachelors Hall, Ladies Choice [to] Ann Eliza King
Author : James Moore King
Date Created: 1818
Abstract: This is an unmailed letter from James Moore King to his cousin Ann Eliza King, dated about 1818. He apologizes for not writing sooner, and of his various tours of duty, travels, confrontations with Indians and his desire to find a wife.
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=200800000002886
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Title: James Moore King in Rural Rest to Henry King in McMinn County, Tennessee
Author : James Moore King
Date Created: 1838-05-18
Abstract: This is a letter dated May 18, 1838 from James King to his son Henry King. He instructs his son on the virtues of being a good soldier, as well as his various duties and responsibilities.
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=200800000002915
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Title: 1838 Oct. 3, Rural Rest [to] Henry King, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Author : James Moore King
Recipient : Henry A.J. King
Date Created: 1838-10-03
Abstract: This is a letter dated October 3, 1838 from James King to his son Henry King. He tells his son to finish his business of selling meat, the prices he should expect, and tells him to make plans to come home.
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=200800000002879
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Title: 1836 Aug. 19 [to] Grantham and Welcker, Talladega, Ala[bama]
Author : James R. Hobbs
Recipient : Grantham
Recipient : Welcker
Date Created: 1836-08-19
Abstract: This document is a letter dated August 19, 1836 to Mr. Grantham and Mr. Welcker from James R. Hobbs and company regarding four cotton gins purchased but not yet paid for. Mr. Hobbs asks that they please send payment for the cotton gins.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Charles Freeling Welcker Papers
Contributing Institution: C. M. McClung Historical Collection
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002959
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Title: 1840 Mar. 26 [to] James S. Porter
Assignee : James S. Porter
Signer : Martin Van Buren, 1782-1862
Associated name : John Easton
Date Created: 1840-03-26
Abstract: This document is a land grant given to James S. Porter from John Easton dated March 26, 1840. The grant specifies what sections of land Porter will get from the lands ceded to the United States from the Chickasaw Nation and John Easton, their commissioner, in the Treaty signed at Pontotoc Creek.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: The William A. Goodman Historic Documents Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003013
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Title: 1803 Jul. 16, State of Tennessee, Mero District
Plaintiff; Signer : James Sanders
Defendant : Josiah Watson
Signer : Andrew Jackson
Date Created: 1803-07-16
Abstract: The following document is a record of a court appearance of James Sanders before Andrew Jackson, judge of the Superior Courts of Tennessee in the Mero District on July 16, 1803. Sanders brings suit against Josiah Watson of Alexandria, VA, for a debt owed to him, and in an accompanying document, Jackson states that Sanders is entitled to $904.52 from Watson.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: The William A. Goodman Historic Documents Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003008
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Title: [Letter] 1837 Sep. 15 [to] E. H. Porter, Shelby County, Tennessee
Author : James Stafford
Recipient : E.H. Porter
Date Created: 1837-09-15
Abstract: This document is a letter to E. H. Porter of Memphis, Tennessee from James Stafford regarding possible business ventures in the state of Illinois.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Porter-Rice Family Papers, 1826-1927
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003191
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Title: General Orders, 1812 Jul. 8, Nashville [to] Captain John Ballinger, New Orleans
Author : James Winchester, 1752-1826
Recipient : John Ballinger
Date Created: 1812-07-08
Abstract: The following document is a military order of July 8, 1812, issued by James Winchester in Nashville and addressed to Captain John Ballinger in New Orleans. Winchester served as Brigadier General during the War of 1812. In this general order, Winchester commands all soldiers to resume their posts and be prepared for battle. The United States had declared war on Great Britain on June 12.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: The William A. Goodman Historic Documents Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003009
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