Box 127
Container
Contains 138 Collections and/or Records:
Jefferson Davis to My dear Daughter (Margaret). Memphis, Tenn., 1872 September 6
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 3
Scope and Contents
Mentions his indecision as to their future residence, says that his decision depends on business arrangements.
Dates:
1872 September 6
Jefferson Davis to My dear daughter (Margaret). Memphis, Tenn., 1872 September 7
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 3
Series Description
From the Series:
This series contains correspondence, both outgoing and incoming. Most of the materials are of a personal nature between Davis and his wife, children, or other family members. It includes letters from Mary Custis Lee and Braxton Bragg, as well as letters from Davis to General Robert E. Lee, General Josiah Gorgas, and prominent Tuscaloosa businessman, Robert Jemison. In addition to his correspondence, there are a few of Davis’s writings such as his inauguration speech and the first draft of...
Dates:
1872 September 7
Jefferson Davis to Dear Wife. Baltimore, Md., 1872 September 18
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 3
Scope and Contents
Concerns his arrival in Baltimore and his worries over the insurance company there. He also mentions friends whom he has seen.
Dates:
1872 September 18
Jefferson Davis to My dear Son (Jeff Jr.) Baltimore, Md., 1872 September 27
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 3
Series Description
From the Series:
This series contains correspondence, both outgoing and incoming. Most of the materials are of a personal nature between Davis and his wife, children, or other family members. It includes letters from Mary Custis Lee and Braxton Bragg, as well as letters from Davis to General Robert E. Lee, General Josiah Gorgas, and prominent Tuscaloosa businessman, Robert Jemison. In addition to his correspondence, there are a few of Davis’s writings such as his inauguration speech and the first draft of...
Dates:
1872 September 27
Jefferson Davis to My dear Wife. Baltimore, Md., 1872 September 29
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 3
Scope and Contents
Expresses his grief in learning of the death of his friend Patton Anderson. He mentions also that he will be delayed in Baltimore longer than he had expected.
Dates:
1872 September 29
Jefferson Davis to Dear Wife. Baltimore, Md., 1872 October 3
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 3
Scope and Contents
Note saying that he was leaving that night for Richmond and that she could expect him by 10th of month.
Dates:
1872 October 3
Checks written by Jefferson Davis to Mitchell & Hoffman on 6 January 1872 ($42.25) and to Cash on 20 June 1872 ($100.00)
File — Box: 127, Folder: 3A
Series Description
From the Series:
This series contains correspondence, both outgoing and incoming. Most of the materials are of a personal nature between Davis and his wife, children, or other family members. It includes letters from Mary Custis Lee and Braxton Bragg, as well as letters from Davis to General Robert E. Lee, General Josiah Gorgas, and prominent Tuscaloosa businessman, Robert Jemison. In addition to his correspondence, there are a few of Davis’s writings such as his inauguration speech and the first draft of...
Dates:
1872
Jefferson Davis Letters, 1873 January-July
File — Box: 127, Folder: 4
Series Description
From the Series:
This series contains correspondence, both outgoing and incoming. Most of the materials are of a personal nature between Davis and his wife, children, or other family members. It includes letters from Mary Custis Lee and Braxton Bragg, as well as letters from Davis to General Robert E. Lee, General Josiah Gorgas, and prominent Tuscaloosa businessman, Robert Jemison. In addition to his correspondence, there are a few of Davis’s writings such as his inauguration speech and the first draft of...
Dates:
1873 January-July
Your brother Jeff to My dear Sister (Mrs. L. F. Stamps). Memphis., 1873 January 4
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 4
Series Description
From the Series:
This series contains correspondence, both outgoing and incoming. Most of the materials are of a personal nature between Davis and his wife, children, or other family members. It includes letters from Mary Custis Lee and Braxton Bragg, as well as letters from Davis to General Robert E. Lee, General Josiah Gorgas, and prominent Tuscaloosa businessman, Robert Jemison. In addition to his correspondence, there are a few of Davis’s writings such as his inauguration speech and the first draft of...
Dates:
1873 January 4
Your Husband (Jefferson) to My dear Wife. Vicksburg. , 1873 January 11
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 4
Scope and Contents
Tells of his efforts to settle the affairs of the estate and mentions his anxiety over no word from home.
Dates:
1873 January 11
Your Husband to My dear Wife. Vicksburg., 1873 January 14
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 4
Scope and Contents
Expresses his anxiety in not hearing from her.
Dates:
1873 January 14
Jefferson Davis to My dear Niece (Lise M. Mitchell). Memphis, Tenn. , 1873 March 21
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 4
Series Description
From the Series:
This series contains correspondence, both outgoing and incoming. Most of the materials are of a personal nature between Davis and his wife, children, or other family members. It includes letters from Mary Custis Lee and Braxton Bragg, as well as letters from Davis to General Robert E. Lee, General Josiah Gorgas, and prominent Tuscaloosa businessman, Robert Jemison. In addition to his correspondence, there are a few of Davis’s writings such as his inauguration speech and the first draft of...
Dates:
1873 March 21
Jefferson Davis to Chesapeake Bank of Baltimore, Md., Memphis, Tenn., 1873 March 29
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 4
Series Description
From the Series:
This series contains correspondence, both outgoing and incoming. Most of the materials are of a personal nature between Davis and his wife, children, or other family members. It includes letters from Mary Custis Lee and Braxton Bragg, as well as letters from Davis to General Robert E. Lee, General Josiah Gorgas, and prominent Tuscaloosa businessman, Robert Jemison. In addition to his correspondence, there are a few of Davis’s writings such as his inauguration speech and the first draft of...
Dates:
1873 March 29
(possibly Francis H. Vay) to My dear Dir (Jefferson Davis). Virginia Military Institute., 1873 April 3
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 4
Scope and Contents
A report on Jefferson Davis, Jr. and granting him a short furlough to meet his mother and father in Baltimore.
Dates:
1873 April 3
Jefferson Davis to Dear Wife. New York Hotel., 1873 July 12
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 4
Scope and Contents
States that his trip has been of no value and that he has done everything but to ask for money as a personal favor. Feels that his prospects for future business has been seriously damaged.
Dates:
1873 July 12
Jefferson Davis to Dear Wife. Baltimore, Md., 1873 July 14
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 4
Scope and Contents
Short Letter saying that he arrived in Baltimore. Pertains mostly to business matters which have been disagreeable to him.
Dates:
1873 July 14
Husband (Jefferson) to Dear Wife. Baltimore, Md., , 1873 July 17
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 4
Scope and Contents
A rather despondent letter which says that he has been delayed and that he is unable to report any favorable results. He also says that he has done much and will do whatever he can to avoid a total failure.
Dates:
1873 July 17
Husband to Dear Wife. Galt House, Louisville, Ky. , 1873 July 23
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 4
Scope and Contents
Writes that the arrangements which he had made in Baltimore by which he hoped to get rid of the company’s troubles has failed by something which happened after he left there. He does not know how to account for it.
Dates:
1873 July 23
Jefferson Davis to Dear Wife. Memphis, Tenn., 1873 July 23
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 4
Scope and Contents
Says that he arrived in Memphis and that he was making another attempt to wind up their affairs. Loss of his investment as well as his past labor is probable, but hopes that he will be exempt from blame.
Dates:
1873 July 23
Your Husband (Jefferson) to Dear Wife. , 1873 July 27
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 4
Scope and Contents
Writes of the new Rector in St. Lazarus and of their old friends. Says that he hopes to save the policy holders in the Carolina Insurance Co., and though his conscience will be easy his pocket may be empty. He hopes the matter will be closed shortly and he no desire to tarry there and would like to know how to dispose of their household effects.
Dates:
1873 July 27
Jefferson Davis Letters, 1873 August-December
File — Box: 127, Folder: 5
Series Description
From the Series:
This series contains correspondence, both outgoing and incoming. Most of the materials are of a personal nature between Davis and his wife, children, or other family members. It includes letters from Mary Custis Lee and Braxton Bragg, as well as letters from Davis to General Robert E. Lee, General Josiah Gorgas, and prominent Tuscaloosa businessman, Robert Jemison. In addition to his correspondence, there are a few of Davis’s writings such as his inauguration speech and the first draft of...
Dates:
1873 August-December
Jefferson Davis to Pollie (Margaret Davis). Memphis., 1873 August 1
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents
Writes her of her mother’s health and his plans
Dates:
1873 August 1
Jefferson Davis to Dear Wife. Memphis., 1873 August 4
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents
A note saying that he finds himself obliged to go to Richmond the next day. Expects to return a week or ten days.
Dates:
1873 August 4
Your Husband (Jefferson) to Dear Wife. Richmond, Va., 1873 August 12
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents
Writes that the business trip which he made to Richmond was of no value due to the evil genius of the Carolina Co. He is much discouraged as is General Hampton.
Dates:
1873 August 12
(Jefferson) to dear Wife. Memphis, Tenn., 1873 August 24
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents
Letter pertains mostly to business concerning the Carolina Insurance Co., and the negotiations made which were unwise and loosely conducted. He also mentions that he went by Lexington to see the Children en route to Memphis.
Dates:
1873 August 24
Jefferson Davis to Varina. Memphis, Tenn., 1873 August 25
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents
Writes that he is alone in the big house with no definite object in view from which to derive the income which they need. He hopes the darkest hour is that which next preceds the dawn. He expects to go to Alabama to visit an iron mine in which he has a small investment.
Dates:
1873 August 25
Your Husband to Dear Wife. Memphis., 1873 August 26
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents
Says that he has sent in his resignation as president of the Carolina Insurance Co., and that it was accepted. He did not think that he would receive any pay immediately from his stock in the company. He had received favorable reports on the crops on Hurricane and Brierfield and felt hopeful of the income from that source.
Dates:
1873 August 26
Husband to Dear Wife. Memphis., 1873 August 28
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents
Writes that he has not been able to get his money affairs with the Carolina Insurance Co., closed. He wished to join her in Canada or wherever it will be most agreeable to her and best for health. Mentions several places they might consider to make their home.
Dates:
1873 August 28
Your Husband to Dear Wife. Memphis., 1873 September 7
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents
Writes that his tide of fortune is at its lowest ebb. That everything is adverse. Mentions selling some of their furniture as a means of obtaining money. Hopes to be reunited with her very soon.
Dates:
1873 September 7
Jefferson Davis to Dear Wife. Louisville., 1873 September 10
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents
His plans for meeting her in Louisville. He also writes that he is much depressed and could see no light ahead.
Dates:
1873 September 10
Your Husband to My dear Wife. Baltimore., 1873 November 5
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents
Writes that he arrived after accidental detentions. Found Jeff looking well.
Dates:
1873 November 5
Your Husband to My dear Wife. (Baltimore) Barnum’s., 1873 November 6
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents
Mentions some business and also his plans for going abroad for his health. Says that Jeff does not seem to be doing very well at the Institute.
Dates:
1873 November 6
Your Old Bann to My dear Wife. (Baltimore) Barnum’s., 1873 November 10
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents
Letter in which he says that he will be delayed in returning to her. He mentions that the stock holders in the Carolina Branch at Baltimore are much dissatisfied with the information that he gave them.
Dates:
1873 November 10
Your Husband to My dear Wife. Vicksburg., 1873 December 29
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents
Writes mostly of business dealings and some very unpleasant conversation with a relative concerning some property.
Dates:
1873 December 29
Your Husband to Dear Wife (Varina). Vicksburg., 1873 December 31
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents
A letter wishing happy new year to Mrs. Davis and the children. Also mentions some business concerning the plantations.
Dates:
1873 December 31
Jefferson Davis Letters, 1874
File — Box: 127, Folder: 6
Series Description
From the Series:
This series contains correspondence, both outgoing and incoming. Most of the materials are of a personal nature between Davis and his wife, children, or other family members. It includes letters from Mary Custis Lee and Braxton Bragg, as well as letters from Davis to General Robert E. Lee, General Josiah Gorgas, and prominent Tuscaloosa businessman, Robert Jemison. In addition to his correspondence, there are a few of Davis’s writings such as his inauguration speech and the first draft of...
Dates:
1874
Your husband to My dear Wife. New Orleans., 1874 January 5
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
Writes that he has arrived in New Orleans. Mentions that he found a letter from her waiting for him. Shows concern for her health and says that his own is about the same as when he left her
Dates:
1874 January 5
(possibly Jefferson) to My dear Wife. New Orleans., 1874 January 8
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 6
Series Description
From the Series:
This series contains correspondence, both outgoing and incoming. Most of the materials are of a personal nature between Davis and his wife, children, or other family members. It includes letters from Mary Custis Lee and Braxton Bragg, as well as letters from Davis to General Robert E. Lee, General Josiah Gorgas, and prominent Tuscaloosa businessman, Robert Jemison. In addition to his correspondence, there are a few of Davis’s writings such as his inauguration speech and the first draft of...
Dates:
1874 January 8
Husband to My own dear Love (Varina). New Orleans, , 1874 January 16
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
Worries over business matters and mentions small operation that will be necessary.
Dates:
1874 January 16
Husband to Beloved Wife (Varina). New Orleans. , 1874 January 18
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
Assures her that his health is much better after small operation and expects to sail on the S. S. Alabama in a day or two.
Dates:
1874 January 18
(possibly Jefferson) to My own darling Wife (Varina). New Orleans., 1874 January 21
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
Concerns business and his plans to sail on the Alabama for Liverpool.
Dates:
1874 January 21
Your Husband to Dear Wife (Varina). S.S. Alabama., 1874 January 26
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
His loneliness in leaving all that is near and dear to him.
Dates:
1874 January 26
Your Husband to Dear Wife. S.S. Alabama., 1874 February 15
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
States that they have entered the Irish Channel and his longing for family and home increase.
Dates:
1874 February 15
(possibly Jefferson) to My dear Wife (Varina). 19 Abercrombie Square, Liverpool., 1874 February 17
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 4
Scope and Contents
News of their friends in Liverpool and he also mentions business matters at home.
Dates:
1874 February 17
Your devoted Husband (possibly Jefferson Davis) to Dearest Winnie. (Carlsruche) Liverpool. , 1874 February 26
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
Speaks with distress over financial matters and anxiety over lack of mail from home.
Dates:
1874 February 26
Jefferson Davis to My dear Wife. 47 Princess Square, Bayswater., 1874 March 15
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
Disappointments over business matters and worries over Mrs. Davis’s health.
Dates:
1874 March 15
Your Husband to My dear Wife. 51 Rue de Luxembourg, Paris., 1874 March 23
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
Writes of his plans, his state of health and also business matters.
Dates:
1874 March 23
Your Husband to My dear Wife. Paris., 1874 April 13
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
Expresses his disappointment over business matters and anxiety for his family.
Dates:
1874 April 13
(possibly Jefferson) to My dear Wife. 47 Princess Square, Bayswater., 1874 April 26
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
Refers to a conference with a company which was contemplating transactions with southern landowners by advances on real estate and the sale of land to emigrants.
Dates:
1874 April 26
Your Husband to dear Wife. Vicksburg, Miss. , 1874 October 23
Item — Box: 127, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents
The worries over the ownership of Brierfield and legal procedures.
Dates:
1874 October 23