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John Wilkes Booth sells his 25 shares in the Boston Water Power Company to J.N. Fiske. The Boston Water Power Company stock certificate was granted to Booth on March 6, 1863 and signed by the president of the firm. Booth signs and dates his transfer…

John Wilkes Booth writes a poem for Miss Mary C. White of Richmond, Virginia. Booth's poem of two four-line stanzas is an acrostic spelling of "Mary & John". White's Forget-Me-Not Album is made of hand-painted and gilt-decorated boards, with…

This fragment of a larger sheet, probably the second of a three-page letter, is written by John Wilkes Booth to an unknown person thought by some to be Field, of the Boston Theatre. This portion is the unsigned page plus the P.S. on the reverse side…

While in Brussels, Junius Brutus Booth writes to Madame Delannoy about his success in London, his wife's pregnancy, and Bonaparte's military activity. Booth writes his letter in French.

Junius Brutus Booth politely reminds John Howard Payne of money owed him, as Booth has "the greatest occasion for cash at this time."

Junius Brutus Booth writes to theatre manager L. Glossop to arrange for an engagement of seven nights at the Royal Coburg Theatre in London.

Junius Brutus Booth writes a hurried letter to an unidentified correspondent regarding an offer proffered by Mr. McReady.

Junius Brutus Booth writes Doctor Aitkin urging the doctor to treat "my little girl and get her out of danger."

Junius Brutus Booth writes Miss Martin telling her that he has thrown away her Bible and begging her to accept another one.

Junius Brutus Booth accepts an offer on the condition that Isherwood will intervene with President Andrew Jackson regarding "the innocent men condemned as pirates" in Boston.

While in New Orleans, Junius Brutus Booth writes to E.F. Wemyss describing his travel palns and willingness to accept an engagement.

Junius Brutus Booth writes to John Rogers regarding repairs on his home and noting that Edwin Booth arrived there this morning.

Junius Brutus Booth, Jr., calls upon Schonberg only to find him not at home. In a short note, Booth mentions that he wants to see him to discuss the "Gascons."

Junius Brutus Booth receives payment from the American Theatre Company for 6 nights of services. The receipt is signed by Booth and actor Thomas Hamblin.

Mary Ann Booth writes to Junius Brutus Booth, Jr., discussing the news of Edwin and John Wilkes, who are appearing in Richmond and of her son, Joseph, who works in a local theater.

Mary Ann Booth shares news with Edwin Booth commenting that she expects John home someday this week. The last week in Boston was very good.

Mary Ann Booth writes a brief note to Mary McVicker Booth (Edwin's 2nd wife) upon forwarding a gift to her.

Mary Ann Booth sends a chatty letter to Edwin Booth's daughter, Edwina, mentioning Aunt Asia and Joseph Booth.

Mary Ann Booth writes a long newsy letter to Edwina Booth mentioning Edwin and Joseph Booth, and describing her apartment building and its tenants.

Mary Ann Booth writes a chatty letter to Edwina Booth discussing the weather and snow. She also mentions that Aunt Asia is asking for news.

Mary Ann Booth writes to Edwina Booth about general news, the weather, Rosalie's sickness, etc.

Mary Ann Booth writes to Edwina Booth mentioning the mental illness of her daughter-in-law, expressing anxiety and sympathy.

Mary Ann Booth writes a long newsy letter to Edwina Booth Grossman discussing mutual friends, Rosalie's health, Aunt Asia and her book. Mary Ann notes that the theaters are flourishing and that Irish immigration is on the increase.

Mary Devlin Booth writes a ten page letter to actress Emma Cushman reporting on Edwin's opening as Shylock; discussing his reviews in great detail; giving her opinion of the English; mentioning the child she is expecting; and sharing news of the…

A letter by Mary Devlin Booth to Emma Cushman shares news of Edwin's doings, their residence, her pregnancy, and other family matters.