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18761505761876. Autograph document signed by Ulysses S. Grant as President of the United States of America. Quarto one page partially printed. The document reads in full "I hereby authorize and direct the Secretary of State to affix the Seal of the United States to the envelope of my letter to His Excellency Rafael Zaldivar President of the Republic of Salvador congratulatory dated this day and signed by me and for so doing this shall be his warrant. U.S. Grant Washington November 25 1876." Rafael Zaldivar 1834-1903 was President of El Salvador from 1876 to 1885 and later served as a diplomat. Trained as a physician in Europe he later taught philosophy and hygiene at the University of Guatemala before entering politics. His administration enacted liberal reforms that ended collectively owned lands and laid the groundwork for large-scale coffee cultivation a key phase of El Salvador's "Coffee Revolution." In fine condition with light toning. The piece measures 7.75 inches by 9.75 inches. Ulysses S. Grant was the 18th President of the United States 1869–77. As Commanding General of the United States Army 1864–69 Grant worked closely with President Abraham Lincoln to lead the Union Army to victory over the Confederacy in the Civil War. He implemented Congressional Reconstruction often at odds with Lincoln's successor Andrew Johnson. Twice elected president Grant led the Republicans in their effort to remove the vestiges of Confederate nationalism and slavery protect African-American citizenship and supported unbridled nationwide industrial expansionism during the Gilded Age. unknown
18701513891870. Autograph document signed by Ulysses S. Grant as President of the United States of America. Octavo one page partially printed. The document reads in full "I hereby authorize and direct the Secretary of State to affix the Seal of the United States to a Warrant for the pardon of John Thrasher Jr. dated this day and signed by me and for so doing this shall be his warrant. U.S. Grant Washington March 26 1870." In fine condition with mail folds. The piece measures 8 inches by 10 inches. Ulysses S. Grant was the 18th President of the United States 1869–77. As Commanding General of the United States Army 1864–69 Grant worked closely with President Abraham Lincoln to lead the Union Army to victory over the Confederacy in the Civil War. He implemented Congressional Reconstruction often at odds with Lincoln's successor Andrew Johnson. Twice elected president Grant led the Republicans in their effort to remove the vestiges of Confederate nationalism and slavery protect African-American citizenship and supported unbridled nationwide industrial expansionism during the Gilded Age. unknown
1870151783New Jersey 24 September 1870. Autograph letter signed by and entirely in the hand of Ulysses S. Grant as President. Two pages blue lined paper the letter is addressed to Governor M Jewell of Connecticut. The letter reads in full "Dear Governor: .Mrs. Grant and myself leave here for Boston on Monday next to put our son in College. We will return about Wednesday to Hartford and remain only long enough to take Nellie out to Farmington. We will be pleased to accept your proffered hospitality for the short time we do remain in your city. Please present Mrs. Grant's and my kindest regards to Mrs. Jewell and the children. Yours truly U.S. Grant." Double matted and framed with a portrait of Grant. In fine condition. The entire piece measures 22 inches by 13.5 inches. Prior to serving as the 18th President of the United States Ulysses S. Grant served as the Commanding General of the United States Army and led the Union to victory over the Confederacy under the supervision of President Abraham Lincoln. Elected president in 1868 Grant stabilized the post-war national economy created the Department of Justice and led the Republicans in their efforts to remove the vestiges of Confederate nationalism racism and slavery. The presidential administration including the cabinet of Ulysses S. Grant was fraught with scandal and corruption following the Black Friday gold panic in 1869 scandals were discovered in seven federal departments including the Treasury Interior and State. Known to run his cabinet in an unprecedented military style Grant often pardoned whose accused and convicted of government crimes nepotism became prevalent in his appointments with over 40 family members appointed by him to the United States government throughout his two terms. unknown
18761012081876. Autograph letter signed by and entirely in the hand of Ulysses S. Grant as President. Addressed to the Attorney General of the United States Edwards Pierrepont the letter reads "Elizabeth N.J. Sept. 2nd 1876 Dear Judge While in Utica Judge Hunt spoke to me of the importance of appointing a member to Judge Woodruff at as early as a day as practicable on account of the great amount of business before the court. I do not know of any lawyer in the circuit to whom to tender the position when it should be Senator Edmunds and he I should dislike to see leave the Senate. But you are well acquainted with the Bar in that circuit and its wants and can no doubt suggest the right man for the place. If you will send me a commission therefore to St. Louis so as to reach me there between the 24th and 28th either filled up of the name blank with suggestions as to the best man I will sign and return it. Very truly your humble servant U.S. Grant." Grant appointed Pierrepont Attorney General of the United States on April 26 1875. When he assumed the office Pierrepont immediately implemented overdue reform in the South's U.S. Marshal and U.S. Attorney departments including extensive investigations into the conduct of the U.S. Attorneys and U.S. Marshals exposing fraud and corruption. Double matted and framed with a carte de visite of Grant. In fine condition. The entire piece measures 21.75 inches by 15.75 inches. Prior to serving as the 18th President of the United States Ulysses S. Grant served as the Commanding General of the United States Army and led the Union to victory over the Confederacy under the supervision of President Abraham Lincoln. Elected president in 1868 Grant stabilized the post-war national economy created the Department of Justice and led the Republicans in their efforts to remove the vestiges of Confederate nationalism racism and slavery. The presidential administration including the cabinet of Ulysses S. Grant was fraught with scandal and corruption following the Black Friday gold panic in 1869 scandals were discovered in seven federal departments including the Treasury Interior and State. Known to run his cabinet in an unprecedented military style Grant often pardoned whose accused and convicted of government crimes nepotism became prevalent in his appointments with over 40 family members appointed by him to the United States government throughout his two terms. unknown
187144047Washington D.C 1871. Portrait engraving of President Ulysses S. Grant. Boldly signed U.S. Grant. The engraving measures 5.5 inches by 4 inches. This portrait engraving produced by the U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing. In near fine condition affixed to an 8 inch by 10 inch sheet bearing a small note. Matted and framed. The entire piece measures 16.5 inches 18 inches. Ulysses S. Grant was the 18th President of the United States 1869–77. As Commanding General of the United States Army 1864–69 Grant worked closely with President Abraham Lincoln to lead the Union Army to victory over the Confederacy in the Civil War. He implemented Congressional Reconstruction often at odds with Lincoln's successor Andrew Johnson. Twice elected president Grant led the Republicans in their effort to remove the vestiges of Confederate nationalism and slavery protect African-American citizenship and supported unbridled nationwide industrial expansionism during the Gilded Age. unknown
1870603639<p>not signed on a 3/4 length shot of U.S. Grant dressed in a dark suit vest silk bow tie and white shirt. Photograph is on the original stiff bevelled edged photographer's mount with imprint of A. Bogardus 872 Broadway N.Y. 4 1/4" x 6 5/8"; good; circa 1870. Imprint on the back obscured by previous mounting. No Binding.</p>
188534779New York: Charles L. Webster and Co. 1885 1886. 2 volumes. First edition of both volumes in publisher’s deluxe bindings. With 49 maps and illustrations including two steel-engraved frontis-portraits and two etched views all with tissue-guards. Also with fold out printed copy of manuscript and the dedication from Grant in holograph reproduction. Tall thick 8vo publisher’s very scarce deluxe bindings of original three-quarter morocco over boards gilt lettered and finely decorated with gilt emblematic decorations including a General's stars in compartments of the spines separated by raised bands each of the covers featuring large gilt medallions endpapers and all edges marbled. 584; 647 index. An especially fine bright and very pleasing set in the scarce publisher’s deluxe binding state. An unusually well preserved set the text exceptionally clean and fresh the bindings in excellent condition. The text-blocks appear near as pristine the bindings very well preserved indeed the books essentially as handsome as can be expected tight and strong and without evidence of use. RARE FIRST EDITION IN A VERY PLEASING STATE OF PRESERVATION. VERY RARE IN THIS FORMAT CONDITION AND DELUXE BINDING STATE. ‘THE FINEST MEMOIRS OF WAR EVER PENNED’. An important historical memoir of the Civil War arguably the most important and the best thing that Grant ever wrote. General Norman Schwartzkopf has recently called this the finest memoir of war experiences that has ever been penned. Collectible copies of these books are becoming increasingly difficult to obtain. Copies in this binding especially so.<br> The earliest days of the Civil War were a hard lesson in hubris for the Union Army. After the appointment of Grant to overall command of the Union forces the war would quickly turn to their favor. <br> Probably the most important book on the American Civil War and in many respects a masterpiece of American literature. David Eicher"s useful summary includes this fine judgment: "Grant’s MEMOIRS comprise one of the most valuable writings by a military commander in history . . . The work is genuinely that of the commander. As such it is valuable in its scope its plain and clear analysis and language and its broad conclusions about the conduct of the war.<br> "In the years following the war Grant would move into the political arena even against his best judgment and would with great public acclaim be elected President of United States for two full terms. Charles L. Webster and Co. hardcover
187227653n.p.: n.p. 1872. First edition. Self-wrappers. An untrimmed unopened uncut single folio leaf edges soiled fore edge with a few small tears rear leaves creased overall still about very good. 16 pp. 8vo. The Grant administration was one of the most corrupt of the 19th century with numerous investigations convened. As it prepared for the elections of 1872 and Grant's run for a second term it issued this piece of campaign literature in an attempt to refute the charges. n.p. unknown books
189074898No Place: The American Geologist. Very Good. 1890. Softcover. 9-5/8" X 6-1/4" Ex-Library with a few stamps. This work is soft-bound in tan wrappers with black printing to the upper cover. The covers show some edge-wear with a vertical crease from being folded. The staple binding is solid. The contents are bright and clean with a small illustrated map at the front. . The American Geologist paperback books
1887UGRACEN00ZZThe Century Co 1887. Very Good. Grant Ulysses S. The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine. Volume 12: May 1887 to October 1887. Burnett Frances Hodgson. NY: The Century Co 1887. 960pp. Illustrated. Small 4to. Leather. Book condition: Very good with rubbing and bumping to edges and hinges cracked but holding by cords. Many articles cover issues related to the Civil War including <i>General Grant on the Terms at Vicksburg</i> by General Ulysses S. Grant. Also includes <i>Point d'Alecon</i> by Frances Hodgson Burnett. The Century Co hardcover books
186727894New York: Printed by Order of the Executive Committee George F. Nesbitt & Co. Printers 1867. First edition. Stitched. Title paged foxed at the edges dampstain to upper front corner; a good copy. 40 pp. 8vo. They were all there Astor to Vanderbilt to give the Republican nomination to Grant. Printed by Order of the Executive Committee, George F. Nesbitt & Co., Printers unknown books
1885119281New York: Charles L. Webster & Company 1885-86. First edition of the memoirs of one of the most recognized figures in American military history illustrated with portrait frontispieces numerous steel engravings facsimiles and 43 maps in deluxe publisher's full sheep. Octavo 2 volumes publisher's full tan sheep raised bands red and navy morocco spine labels marbled endpapers and edges illustrated with numerous steel <span class="glossaryQtip qTip">engravings</span> facsimiles and 43 maps<i>.</i> In very good condition. "The best memoirs of any general's since Caesar" Mark Twain. "A unique expression of the national character.Grant has conveyed the suspense which was felt by himself and his army and by all who believed in the Union cause. The reader finds himself.on edge to know how the Civil War is coming out" Edmund Wilson. "Grant's memoirs comprise one of the most valuable writings by a military commander in history" Eicher 492. Charles L. Webster & Company hardcover books
1885117355New York: Charles L. Webster & Company 1885-86. Rare publisher's deluxe binding of the autobiography of Ulysses S. Grant the 18th President of the United States which focusing mainly on his military career during the Mexican War and the Civil War. Octavo 2 volumes. Bound in original deluxe full <span class="glossaryQtip qTip">morocco</span> covers ruled and paneled in blind with blind-stamped central motifs of Grant gilt titles to the spine raised bands gilt board edges and turn-ins marbled endleaves all edges gilt. Illustrated with numerous steel <span class="glossaryQtip qTip">engravings</span> facsimiles and 43 maps<i>.</i> In near fine condition. The rarest form of Grant's memoirs as this presentation binding were given to only a select group of people. An exceptional example. "The best memoirs of any general's since Caesar" Mark Twain. "A unique expression of the national character.Grant has conveyed the suspense which was felt by himself and his army and by all who believed in the Union cause. The reader finds himself.on edge to know how the Civil War is coming out" Edmund Wilson. "Grant's memoirs comprise one of the most valuable writings by a military commander in history" Eicher 492. Charles L. Webster & Company hardcover books
19004189c. 1900. Original oil painting measuring 18 by 22 inches handsomely gilt framed entire piece measures 24 by 28 inches. In very good condition. unknown books
187746081877. Large signed photograph of Ulysses S. Grant as President of the United States. Boldly signed below the image by Grant. The entire piece measures 14.5 inches by 17 inches. Handsomely matted and framed. Scarce and desirable signed by Grant. Ulysses S. Grant served as president of the United States from March 4 1869 to March 4 1877. On January 29 1877 five days before he left office Grant gave an address to the Senate of the United States regarding a controversial dispute that had arisen over the results of the upcoming presidential election. In the address Grant argued that the people must put their trust in Congress stating: "In all periods of history controversies have arisen as to the succession or choice of the chiefs of states and no party or citizens loving their country and its free institutions can sacrifice too much of mere feeling in preserving through the upright course of law their country from the smallest danger to its peace on such an occasion; and it can not be impressed too firmly in the hearts of all the people that true liberty and real progress can exist only through a cheerful adherence to constitutional law. unknown books
1871101590Washington D.C 1871. Official Bureau of Engraving & Printing U.S. Treasury Department engraved portrait of President Ulysses S. Grant by George W. Casilear. Boldly signed "U.S. Grant." The brother of landscape painter John William Casilear George W. Casilear was an early and nationally recognized security engraver. He held several important patents to features including tamper-proof ink printing techniques and paper. In consideration of the aesthetic needs of the Treasury for both widespread reproduction of these images on banknotes and well as the fine detail required to distinguish counterfeiting the engravings are considered among the finest American examples of 19th century. In fine condition. Double matted and framed. The entire piece measures 10 inches by 9 inches. Engravings signed by Grant are rare particularly by Casilear. Three days earlier on May 8 1871 President Grant had signed the Treaty of Washington settling the so-called "Alabama Claims" whereby the U.S. sought reparations from the United Kingdom for attacks on U.S. ships by the British built ship CSS Alabama and other Confederate ships that were sold to the rebel states during the Civil War. The British government agreed to pay the U.S. $15.5 million. unknown books
188542593New York: Beadle & Adams No. 98 William Street 1885. 1st printing thus the "Memorial Edition" 15-DBL. Original publisher's printed orange paper wrappers Type VIII. Cf. Figure 101 Johannsen Vol I. General wear. Front wrapper beginning to detach lower 2". Period signature of "C. O. Hopkins". An Abt VG copy. 5 - 100 = 96 pp. Wood engraved bust of Grant to front wrapper. 12mo. <br/><br/> Beadle & Adams, No. 98 William Street unknown books
18782401Rome: Henri Le Lieure 1878. First edition. Framed. Very Good. ALBUMEN PHOTOGRAPH OF GRANT IN MILITARY DRESS SIGNED BY GRANT ON THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S MOUNT. A very handsome bust-length portrait of Grant taken by photographer Henri Le Lieure during Grant's visit to Rome in 1878. Signed "U.S. Grant" in ink on the original mount beneath the photograph.<br /> <br /> A handwritten note on the paper backing of the frame reads:<br /> <br /> "This photograph was autographed by U. S. Grant in April 1878 at the home of Dr. Charles McMillan Counsel General Great Uncle of Eunice in Rome Italy. Dr. McMillan had served as Medical Director on Grant's staff throughout the Vicksburg Campaign." <br /> <br /> The frame with the seal of "The Dayton Company Picture Galleries Minneapolis" on the backing likely dates from early-mid 20th century. The Dayton Company was a celebrated Minneapolis department store in Minneapolis from 1911-1962 ultimately serving as the parent company for Target.<br /> <br /> Grant visited Rome on his hugely successful post-presidential world tour. "Grant traveled aboard a government vessel. as the representative of his country an emerging power in the world." In Rome he was granted an audience with both Pope Leo XIII and King Umberto I. "Grant wasn't fazed that a king and a pope vied for his company." Chernow Grant pp. 871-73.<br /> <br /> With printed credit of the photographer "H. Le Lierue Phot. / Rome Place Mignanelli" printed beneath the photo. Henri Le Lieure 1831-1914 was a French-born photographer based in Italy who took photographic portraits of some of the most famous people of his day. <br /> <br /> Size: Mounted image = 4x5.75 in; with mount = 6.5x8.5 in. Rome: H. Le Lieure 1878. A few stray spots to image beginning of Grant's "U" a little faint probably due to trouble getting the ink to flow. An elegant stately image documenting an important event in Grant's post-presidential career with large three-inches long presentation signature by Grant. Henri Le Lieure unknown books
1875011828Washington: Department of the Interior 1875. Book. Very good condition. No Binding. Signed by Authors. First Edition. A large partly printed document appointing A. J. Carrier to the position of Indian Agent for the Ponca Indians in Dakota Territory signed by President Ulysses S. Grant on January 13 1875. The document meaures 20.75 w x 16 h and is framed. Countersigned by Acting Secretary of the Interior B. R. Cowan. Included is an intersting archive of almost 30 items most of which relates to Carrier's service as Indian Agent at the Ponca Agency. Many are on Agency or United States letterhead. One document lists 16 Indians by name for rations stopped or doubled; another is a detail of picket guard one mile west of Point Village against Sioux attacks and lists an Indian Sergeant and 10 Indian Privates; many documents are receipts of payment to Indians for services at the Agency including Little Snake Peter Primeaux Frank Le Fleash Sick Bull Rough Face etc.; another is a large document torn at folds listing the names of 211 Indians signed with their marks receiving annuity payments witness and signed by A. J. Potter and A. J. Abbott and Charles P. Morgan interpreter. Additionally there are three printed govenrment publications including Army HQ General Orders No. 97 a Senate Petition by Carrier and a House of Representatives Report submitted by Carrier. There is also a statement of equipage and supplies for 1864-1865 signed by Carrier for the 198th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers Infantry Company A of which Carrier was an officer. There is also a five page "Descriptive List of Curiosities furnished by the Ponca Indians of Dakota." An interesting and unique collection of original documents. Department of the Interior unknown books
1867231088Washington 1867. unbound. 1 page on "War Department" letterhead 9.75 x 7.75 inches Washington November 6 1867 -- an uncommon partly printed document signed "U.S. Grant" as ad interim Secretary of War a post he held for only eight weeks informing Thomas J. Greggs: "You are hereby notified that the President of the United States has appointed you for gallant and meritorious services during the war a Captain by Brevet. Should the Senate at their next session advise and consent thereto you will be commissioned accordingly." Beautifully framed to 15.5 x 17.5 inches with a 4.5 x 3.75-inch copperplate portrait along with a tan matte and black-and-gold frame. The letter has horizontal folds and a small smudge in the left margin; overall a magnificent item in near fine condition.<br/><br/> At the time that this document was signed President Andrew Johnson was undergoing Impeachment proceedings. A week earlier he compounded his problems by firing Secretary of War Stanton and convincing Grant to fill the Cabinet position. Two months later both houses of Congress determined that it was illegal to fire Stanton and that he should be reinstated immediately. Grant rather than to get caught up with the political controversy walked away from President Johnson - both men refusing to speak to one another for the rest of their lives.<br/><br/> unknown books
186828114Philadelphia 1868. 24pp stitched as issued portraits of Grant and Colfax on the title page. "No. 182." printed at upper corner of title leaf. Near Fine.<br/><br/> "Grant and Colfax with Peace and Prosperity. Seymour and Blair with War and Anarchy."<br/>Miles 524. unknown books
1872WRCAM44458Washington 1872. Broadside 26 1/2 x 16 1/2 inches. Old folds. Wear and separation at some folds; top left corner torn away not affecting text. Minor soiling but generally quite clean. About very good. Proclamation by President Ulysses S. Grant indicating the sale of public lands in Wisconsin as listed on the broadside. Lots are to be sold on Monday June 17 "at a price of not less than two dollars and fifty cents per acre." Lands previously appointed for schools and other such uses are excluded from the sale. A large and interesting broadside concerning the disposal of public lands. unknown books
186618381New York: Beadle and Company 1866. 87 1 blank 4 publ. advts. pp. Original printed wrappers light dusting and spine chipping old tape remnant on spine. Else Very Good. <br/><br/> Despite the title the Report begins "from the date of Grant's appointment to command the operations of the armies of the United States." Grant's appointment occurred in 1864. The first printing issued in 1865 with a title more correctly reflecting its contents. This is the Beadle printing and so noted by Howes. <br/>Howes G311. Sabin 28315. Bartlett 1921-1922 other printings. Not in Eberstadt Decker Nevins. Beadle and Company unknown books
1865WRCAM53987City Point Va 1865. 1p. 6 x 7 3/4 inches. Verso docketed with an 1896 penciled presentation inscription to Chicago manufacturing magnate W.W. Wilcox with a faint ink stamp recording the date of presentation. Old horizontal folds light edge toning one tiny tear at bottom edge else fine condition. An important and revealing original communication from the pen of Lieutenant General Ulysses S. Grant near the close of the Civil War. Here Grant writes a telegram to Major General Edward Ord who was at that time in command of the Army of the James in Virginia. Ord's forces were participating in the Appomattox Campaign and achieved their greatest success at the Breakthrough at Petersburg just about two weeks after this telegram was sent. Ord would later be present for Lee's surrender at Appomattox Court House. <br> <br> In this letter Grant informs Ord that Sheridan has just brought in thousands of freed African Americans to work as laborers for the Union. Grant sends them to the provost marshal at Fort Monroe in Hampton Roads and informs Ord that he may employ some of the men however he might see fit. The text of the telegram reads: <br> <br> "Gen. Sheridan has brought in with him some two or three thousand negroes. I have directed him to send them to the F.V. at Ft. Monroe. The Chief Ar. Ms. Gen. Ingalls will give directions for the distribution and employment of the able bodied men. The balance you may direct to be sent to such settlement as you may think can best employ them. U.S. Grant Lt. Gen." <br> <br> Ord and his men were instrumental in bringing an end to the Civil War in the weeks that followed this telegram. On April 9 Ord led a forced march to Appomattox Court House that is credited with in part forcing Lee's final surrender. Of this march Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman wrote in an 1880 letter that he "had always understood that Ord's skillful hard march the night before was one of the chief causes of Lee's surrender." It is poetic justice of the highest order to consider that some of the African-American former slaves mentioned in this telegram were likely part of Ord's forces at Appomattox where they could have borne witness to the end of the Confederacy. THE WAR OF THE REBELLION: A COMPILATION OF THE OFFICIAL RECORDS OF THE UNION AND CONFEDERATE ARMIES Washington: Government Printing Office 1894 Series I Vol. XLVI Part III p.41. unknown books
18852104022Charles L. Webster & Co 1885. dummy. hardcover. very good. This is a scarce salesman's dummy of the book. Book very good owner' name handwritten on front and rear fee end papers. With subscriber's list of names in back. Charles L. Webster & Co unknown books
