Subject: Slavery--United States

This 15-page pamphlet, published in Washington, D.C. in 1849, reprints the "Address of Southern Delegates in Congress, To Their Constituents." The address, initially drafted by John C. Calhoun, represents an attempt to unify the South in a pro-slavery stance following the Mexican-American War and before Zachary Taylor's inauguration. While initially considered "too drastic" by some Southern congressmen, the final version articulates the South's grievances against the North's perceived violation of the constitutional agreement to protect slavery. The address was signed by 48 of the 121 Southern congressmen. David Levy Yulee of Florida is listed among the signatories. The pamphlet is a first edition and represents an important document in the lead-up to the American Civil War.

This 16-page pamphlet, "An Appeal for the Union," is a pro-Union speech delivered by Robert J. Walker in 1856. It advocates for the election of James Buchanan, arguing that the Republican Party's platform poses a threat to the Union. The pamphlet was sent as a free frank by U.S. Senator David Levy Yulee and addressed to Charles Augustus Davis, a New York merchant and bank official. The pamphlet's significance is heightened by Yulee's handwritten address and signature, representing an important pro-slavery document published five years before the Civil War.

This 15-page pamphlet contains a speech delivered by Robert J. Walker on September 30, 1856, advocating for the preservation of the Union while also expressing pro-Southern Rights sentiments. Sent as a "free frank" by Senator David Levy Yulee to Miss Lilly Arden in Putnam County, New York, this document offers insight into the political climate preceding the American Civil War and highlights the relationship between these two prominent senators.

Autograph letter signed by David Levy Yulee, written on February 22, 1853, from Homosassa, Florida, to President Franklin Pierce. Yulee recommends his acquaintance, James F. Pierce, for the position of Purser in the US Navy. The letter is addressed to "To the President." The letter is two pages long, with an integral blank leaf, folded to reveal the address panel.

Birth certificate of Junius Brutus Booth, Jr., son of Junius Brutus Booth and Mary Ann Booth. The certificate, dated February 21, 1822, is an affidavit signed by Junius Brutus Booth and notes that the child was born December 21, 1821, on Clifford Street, Charleston, South Carolina, at the dwelling of Mr. Solomon Moses, Jr. The document is significant due to the involvement of Solomon Moses, Jr., a prominent Charleston resident and slave trader.

A one-page business letter dated October 2, 1824, from David Judah & Co. in Richmond, Virginia, to T. I. Tobias & Co. in New York, New York. The letter concerns funds and includes a draft for $3,000.

Issue of the Charleston Daily Courier newspaper published in Charleston, South Carolina on January 7, 1858. This issue features numerous advertisements, including prominent slave auction advertisements by Jacob Cohen & Sons, as well as advertisements for S.S. Solomon, engineer and superintendent of the Northeastern Railroad Company.

This newspaper clipping from the Charleston Mercury, published April 6, 1855, in Charleston, South Carolina, features a prominent advertisement for D.J. & G.J. Levy's Southern Clothing Emporium and a notice of Marx Cohen's sale of thirty enslaved people, along with his plantation and brickyard. The Levy advertisement includes a lithographic illustration of their store at 288 King Street.

Speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin, Democratic Senator from Louisiana, on the floor of the United States Senate on May 22, 1860. Benjamin responds to a speech by Stephen A. Douglas, arguing against legislation restricting slavery in new states and territories. He cites the Dred Scott Supreme Court decision (1857), which ruled that enslaved people were not citizens and that the federal government could not interfere with states' rights regarding slavery. Benjamin criticizes Douglas's perceived inconsistency on the issue of slavery, highlighting the political divisions within the Democratic Party leading up to the Charleston Convention and the Southern secession from the Union. [np, nd. 1860]

A manuscript court document dated April 18, 1861, from Smithville, North Carolina. It details the legal seizure of two enslaved individuals, Ben and Arch, the property of William A. Bland, to satisfy a debt owed to F. Myers & Solomon Bear & Bros. The document is signed by Rufus Galloway, Sheriff of Brunswick County.

This pamphlet contains the speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin, Senator from Louisiana, in the United States Senate on May 22, 1860. Benjamin's speech was a key component of the Breckinridge & Lane campaign documents and was distributed by the National Democratic Executive Committee. It directly addresses Stephen A. Douglas's concept of popular sovereignty and argues for the protection of slavery in the territories, referencing the Dred Scott decision. This pamphlet represents a significant moment in the fracturing of the Democratic Party leading up to the Civil War.

This 32-page pamphlet contains the speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin, Democratic Senator from Louisiana, on the floor of the United States Senate on May 22, 1860. Benjamin's speech is a response to Stephen A. Douglas, arguing against legislation restricting slavery in new territories. He references the Dred Scott Supreme Court decision (1857) to support his arguments regarding states' rights. The speech highlights the tensions leading to the disintegration of the Democratic Party and the eventual secession of the Southern states.

This congressional record contains the speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin, Senator from Louisiana, in the United States Senate on May 22, 1860. Benjamin's speech directly responds to Stephen A. Douglas's arguments on popular sovereignty and vehemently opposes any limitations on slavery in new states and territories. He cites the Dred Scott Supreme Court decision to support his position. This document is a key artifact of the escalating tensions leading to the Civil War, reflecting the deep divisions within the Democratic Party and the Southern states' determination to protect slavery.

This archival collection comprises excerpted articles from *The Congressional Globe*, specifically focusing on speeches delivered by Senators David Levy Yulee and Judah Philip Benjamin during the 24th Congress, 1st Session, in 1856. The excerpts cover Yulee's stances on the Kansas-Nebraska Act, with specific dates of February 1st and June 11th, 1856, and Benjamin's speeches on April 29th, 1856. The material was originally part of *The Congressional Globe* but has been removed for this collection.

A half-page business letter written on December 27, 1825, from David Judah & Co. in Richmond, Virginia to T. I. Tobias & Co. in New York, New York. The letter expresses dissatisfaction with a previous order, noting a discrepancy in the color of goods received.

A one-page, stampless business letter written by David Judah in Richmond, Virginia to T. I. Tobias & Co. in New York, New York on January 20, 1825. The letter discusses the shipment of tobacco and mentions a fur transaction involving Judah's uncle, Zelma Rehine. The letter provides insights into the business dealings of David Judah, a prominent Richmond merchant and early mentor to Isaac Leeser. It also alludes to the involvement of Marx & Son and W. B. & Co. in business activities related to Judah and Tobias.

A one-page, stampless business letter written by David Judah in Richmond, Virginia to T. I. Tobias & Co. in New York, New York on October 4, 1824. The letter discusses sales and funds. David Judah & Co., licensed as auctioneers on November 11, 1822, consisted of Judah, T. I. Tobias, and Edward Pollock. While information on David Judah is limited, sources indicate he was a leading member of the Richmond Synagogue and a merchant. He is also noted as an auctioneer who dealt in slaves. His last known letter in this collection dates to April 12, 1849.

A two-and-a-quarter page, stampless business letter written by David Judah in Richmond, Virginia to T. I. Tobias & Co. in New York City on September 3, 1823. The letter details sales, prices, and suggests the company has overcome financial difficulties. It mentions Mr. Abraham Sexias of New York City.

A one-page letter written by David Judah of D. J. & Co. in Richmond, Virginia to T. I. Tobias of T. I. Tobias & Co. in New York City, dated May 4, 1826. The letter discusses the financial difficulties faced by the writer during the Panic of 1826.

Letter written by David Naar to John R. Thomson on September 9, 1844, from Elizabethtown, New Jersey. The letter discusses political matters. Naar's biography highlights his unique journey from a Portuguese Jewish family in St. Thomas to becoming a prominent figure in New Jersey politics, including serving as the state's first elected Jewish official.

A single-page letter written by Solomon Davis to Isaac Leeser on September 18, 1853, from Richmond, Virginia. Davis requests Leeser to send him a Bible and prayer books, specifically bound and inscribed with his wife's name, Anna Davis. Solomon Davis and his brother Benjamin were prominent figures in the Virginia slave trade, a fact noted in historical sources such as *The History of Jews of Richmond* and *Richmond's Jewry*. This letter is unique in the collection as the only correspondence from anyone in the Richmond Davis family or any other known slave trader.

A letter dated June 17, 1752, from William Vernon in Newport, Rhode Island to Captain Cozzens. Vernon requests 313 pounds and mentions Moses Levy as involved in the transaction. The letter provides insight into the business dealings of prominent figures in 18th-century Newport and the role of Moses Levy, a prominent Jewish merchant.

This 15-page congressional record contains a speech delivered by David Levy Yulee on February 14, 15, and 17, 1848, concerning the rights of people in U.S. territories acquired through the Mexican-American War. Yulee's speech is a significant early statement on states' rights and the issue of slavery in the newly acquired territories, foreshadowing the secession crisis. The speech directly addresses the implications of territorial expansion for the future of slavery and the political balance within the nation.

Receipt documenting the sale of two enslaved individuals, Scott (approximately 28 years old) and Antoinette (approximately 24 years old), for $2,500. Dated May 10, 1858, the receipt was issued by Benjamin Mordecai, a prominent Charleston slave trader, to T.B. Taylor. The receipt guarantees the health and freedom from claims of the enslaved individuals. The document is signed by Benjamin Davis. It measures 4" x 8".

This pamphlet contains the speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin in the United States Senate on May 22, 1860. In this speech, Benjamin, a Louisiana Senator, criticizes Senator Douglas's Popular Sovereignty doctrine. The speech is significant as an indicator of the Southern repudiation of Douglas as the Democratic Party's presidential candidate and highlights the Southern demand for guarantees protecting slavery in the Territories, regardless of popular sentiment. Benjamin also discusses Douglas's debates with Lincoln from the Illinois senatorial contest of 1858. Printed by Lemuel Towers. [np, nd. 1860]

This pamphlet reprints a speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin in the U.S. Senate on May 8, 1860. The speech addresses Jefferson Davis's resolutions concerning slavery in the territories. Benjamin argues for the constitutionality of the resolutions and refutes Stephen Douglas's Popular Sovereignty doctrine. Published by Murphy & Co. of Baltimore, this 8-page pamphlet is significant for its contribution to the escalating tensions leading to the division of the Democratic Party and the secession crisis.

This is a speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin in the United States Senate on March 11, 1858, regarding the Kansas Bill and the issue of slavery. Benjamin, a Louisiana Senator, eloquently defends the Dred Scott Supreme Court decision and refutes Stephen Douglas's Popular Sovereignty doctrine. He argues that slavery was part of the common law of the thirteen original colonies, supported by historical legal precedent and customs. This first edition pamphlet, printed by Gideon in Washington, is a significant contribution to the debate surrounding slavery and its expansion in the United States. It showcases Benjamin's legal acumen and foreshadows the escalating Southern demands for Congressional protection of slavery in the territories.

This pamphlet contains an excerpt from a speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin in the United States Senate on May 2, 1856, concerning the Kansas-Nebraska Act. Benjamin, a Louisiana senator, discusses his reasons for joining the Democratic Party and argues against the power of Congress to exclude slavery from the territories. He contends that such power is unconstitutional and has been abused by northern majorities, violating the principle of equality among states. The speech reflects Benjamin's growing concern about the South's position within the Union and his advocacy for Southern Rights. Published circa 1856 in Washington, D.C., this pamphlet is cited in Sabin 4707 and LCP 1098.

This pamphlet contains the text of a speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin in the United States Senate on May 2, 1856, concerning the Kansas-Nebraska Act. Benjamin, a Louisiana Senator, discusses the Act's implications for slavery and Southern rights, arguing against the power of Congress to exclude slavery from the territories. The speech reflects Benjamin's shift from Whig to Democrat, driven by his belief that the South was becoming a beleaguered minority. Printed in Washington, D.C. in 1856. The pamphlet is 15 pages long.

This congressional record contains the speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin in the United States Senate on December 31, 1860. In this address, Benjamin, representing Louisiana, provides a constitutional justification for secession and eloquently defends Southern policy. The speech is notable for its strong advocacy of Southern rights and its defiant conclusion against subjugation.

This pamphlet contains the speech delivered by Louisiana Senator Judah P. Benjamin in the United States Senate on May 22, 1860. Entitled "Defence of the National Democracy Against the Attack of Judge Douglas," the speech criticizes Senator Stephen Douglas's popular sovereignty doctrine. Benjamin argues for guarantees protecting slavery in the territories, regardless of popular opinion, reflecting Southern opposition to Douglas as the Democratic presidential candidate. The speech also discusses Douglas's debates with Abraham Lincoln from two years prior. The pamphlet is a first edition and was printed by several different printers during the 1860 election year.

This archival collection contains two speeches delivered by Judah P. Benjamin in the United States Senate on the Kansas-Nebraska Act. The first speech, delivered on May 2, 1856, discusses Benjamin's shift to the Democratic party and his views on the constitutional aspects of the issue. The second speech, delivered on May 25, 1856, further details his arguments against the Missouri Compromise and his support for popular sovereignty. The materials also include excerpts from the *Congressional Globe* documenting Benjamin's positions on Kansas from May 2, 1856 to June 25, 1856. One item is a separately published pamphlet of the May 2 speech, described as "Disbound, else Very Good." Another item is noted as not in the collection, a speech from May 25, 1854, concerning the Nebraska-Kansas Act.

This is a rare first edition of Peter Still's 1856 narrative, recounting his and his wife's experiences of over forty years of slavery in Kentucky and Alabama. The book includes an introduction by Rev. Samuel J. May and an appendix by William H. Furness, D.D. It uniquely highlights the involvement of Jewish brothers, Joseph and Isaac Friedman, in assisting Still's freedom before the Civil War. This narrative was later reprinted by the Jewish Publication Society in 1954.

Legal broadside (8" x 12-1/2") printed on blue paper and completed in ink manuscript. Issued in Gadsden County, Florida, on March 1, 1858. The writ, partially printed, concerns a replevin action brought by John W. Jones and W.J. Laurence against Haygood and Fleishman regarding the seizure of a slave named Tom. The document details the bond posted by Jones and Laurence and references a debt of $600 owed to Haygood and Fleishman. Shows minor wear; in very good condition. Additional notes mention the plaintiffs' lawsuit against Jones and Lawrence and Jones's attempt to recover possession of his slave while the case was pending. Further background on Samuel M. Fleishman, one of the plaintiffs, is included in the archival description.