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A diary written in 1865-1870 contains remarks on the Lincoln funeral and other news events. The diary is bound with leather covered board.

James Bradford Lincoln's son, Robert, is the author of a sheet of doodles.

E. D. Townsend writes to Dr. Charles Brown informing the embalmer that the Secretary of War wishes him to accompany the remains of the late President to Springfield for interment. A printed time table for the special train conveying Lincoln's remains…

The son of Edward D. Baker writes to President Lincoln requesting his transfer from the 4th U.S. Cavalry regiment to a regiment of volunteers being raised in Oregon. On the reverse side of the letter is Lincoln's note dated November 13, 1861,…

E.H. Hasgard sends Edwina Booth Grossman a copy of his book written by his niece so that when he is "gone" he will be "kindly remembered by a grandchild of that most gifted & distinguished man whom I knew so well."

Edward Bates reports to B.B. French that he has received French's request for paperwork regarding the capitol police, but finds the facts so meager that he cannot prepare a "decent recital." Bates requests a statement of the facts. Bates uses…

Edward C. Steadman writes to Edwina Booth Grossman regarding the Author's Club and their interest in her father. The letter includes an envelope.

Edwin Booth Grossman thanks Franklyn Lenthal for his interest in his (Grossman's) grandfather and family. Lenthal gives lectures on Edwin Booth and is a collector of Booth mementos.

Edwin Booth Grossman writes Franklyn Lenthall that he is happy to hear from him but is unable to grant Lenthall's request for family photographs. Grossman states, however, that he will be attending Lenthall's lecture on April 9.

Edwin Booth writes a fine letter concerning theatrical news to E.C. Benedict including his engagement at the Lyceum, roles of Othello and Iago, his contact with Henry Irving, and Irving's plans to tour in America.

Edwin Booth writes to E.C. Steadman to rearrange an appointment adding, "I shall be overjoyed to see you in my smokery."

Edwin Booth forwards tickets to E.C. Steadman for a performance and notes that he "had a pleasant time at Hutton's last night."

Edwin Booth replies to Edward Pierrepont regarding an invitation to visit Oxford. There is a photograph of Pierrepont in the Taper Collection.

Edwin Booth writes to Emma Cushman regarding the death of Booth's first wife, Mary Devlin, and his resignation to the loss. He forwards a photo, "the last picture taken of Mary."

Edwin Booth reports to Emma Cushman on his daughter Edwina's illness.

Edwin Booth writes a friendly letter to Epes Sargent expressing an inner melancholy, "I must be a little dead inside."

Edwin Booth reflects upon his acting career in a letter to Epes Sargent.

Edwin Booth sends a gracious acknowledgement of recognition to Francis Lobdell.

Edwin Booth informs George Karnes that the company is complete.

Edwin Booth writes H.W. Bryant acknowledging his receipt of two portraits from Bryant.

Edwin Booth states to J. Hutchinson that he cannot supply anything that belonged to his father due to the fire at the Winter Garden several years ago.

In his correspondence with his sculptor, J.Q.A. Ward, Edwin Booth arranges a visit, adding "you can have anything from my wardrobe as you desire."

Edwin Booth pens a cheerful letter to James Lorimer Graham wishing Mrs. Graham a speedy recovery.

Edwin Booth explains to James Lorimer Graham that his letter is delayed due to his illness and weakened condition due to a swollen jaw and toothache.

A letter by Edwin Booth to James Lorimer Graham speaks of his toothache and announces "I am a father."