Archives International Auctions Auction 76 May 4, 2022 U.S., Chinese & Worldwide Banknotes, Scripophily, Colonial Banknotes, Colonial Fiscal Documents, Historic Ephemera and Security Printing Ephemera

Archives International Auctions - Sale 76 99 May 4, 2022 Archives International Auctions www.archivesinternational.com Various 522 522 Civil War 1863, Muster Roll For Company “D”, Battalion of U.S. Engineer Troops Listing Medal Of Honor Winner George L. Gillespie Muster Roll of Company D of the Battalion of U.S. Engineer Troops, from the 30th day of June, 1863 to the 31st day of August, 1863. Includes handwritten details such as the men discharged, deserted, as well as a full account men present and their pay roll. Also listed is a record of events “which may be necessary or useful for future reference at the war department, or for present information.” On August 1st, the company engaged in constructing bridges over the Rappahannock River. Fine condition with toning and some splitting at center fold lines, still in great condition for its age. The Captain of the Battalion was Charles N. Turnbull and his First Lieutenant was George L. Gillespie, who would go on to receive the Medal of Honor. Gillespie exposed himself to great danger by voluntarily making his way through the enemy’s lines to communicate with General Sheridan. While rendering this service he was captured, escaped, and again came in contact with the enemy. He was ordered to surrender, but escaped once more by dashing away under fire. He was later Sheridan’s Chief Engineer in the Army of the Shenandoah and the Military Division of the Gulf, and is buried at West Point. The Battalion of U.S. Engineer Troops fought at Antietam, bridged the Rappahannock River six times at Fredericksburg (mentioned in the piece), breached fortifications at Petersburg and was present at the surrender of General Lee at Appomattox. Following the cessation of hostilities, on 1 July 1866, The United States Engineer Battalion was redesignated the “1st Battalion of Engineers”. Interesting piece of Civil War history, and unique for its mention of George L. Gillespie before his heroic actions. ������������� Est. $500-1000 Wisconsin 523 523 Civil War, 1865 Issued Certificate of Non-Liability Wisconsin, 1865. Certificate of Non-Liability, to be given to the Board of Enrollment, asserting that Lucius Lyman of Wisconsin, a 24 year old man, is “not properly subject to do military duty” by reason of “Disease of the Heart.” Signed by the President of Board of Enrollment as well as Surgeon of Board of Enrollment. VG condition, mounted on fabric material, toning, and some splitting along fold lines, staining on fabric back. The Enrollment Act of 1863, also known as the Civil War Military Draft Act, was an Act passed by the United States Congress during the American Civil War to provide fresh manpower for the Union Army. The Act was the first genuine national conscription law. The law required the enrollment of every male citizen and those immigrants (aliens) who had filed for citizenship, between 20 and 45 years of age, unless exempted by the Act. The Act replaced the Militia Act of 1862. It set up under the Union Army an elaborate machine for enrolling and drafting men for conscription. Quotas were assigned in each state, and each congressional district, with deficiencies in volunteers being met by conscription. Certificates such as this were issued to allow for exemption from military service. Unique piece of Civil War history. �������������������������������������������������������������������������� Est. $120-200 Ephemera - Historic Political & Financial Letter New York 524 524 Handwritten Letter, 1817 by Jacob Barker to John L. Lawrence Regarding Currency andAlbany Republican Politics New York. January 24th, 1817. Neatly handwritten letter from Jacob Barker to John L. Lawrence, discussing politics and currency in New York State. Barker opens the letter discussing that he observes that Lawrence has appointed a Committee “to enquire into the expediency of hunting or prohibition the emission by individuals, of Tickets or bills in the form of Bank Notes.” He notes that small change must be available to the citizens, and that the current state of small change is “not sufficient” for daily use by the average New Yorker. Barker goes on to ask Lawrence to let him know what is “going on at Albany” as everything is very quiet, writing that “Our political warriors appear to be resting on their arms, watching for you to indicate the course that is to be pursued.” Barker states that his friends will support all measures adopted by the Republican members of the Legislature, and that “Our party is now on a very solid foundation,” writing of the Republican political party. Jacob Barker (December 17, 1779 - December 26, 1871) was an American financier and lawyer, heavily involved in the financial sector, law arena, and government of New York City, being one of the original members of Tammany Hall. In 1815, he founded the Exchange Bank of New York. He was a member of the New York State Senate in 1816, serving alongside Peter R. Livingston and Darius Crosby and representing the Southern District, which consisted of Dutchess, Kings, New York, Putnam, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk and Westchester counties. John L. Lawrence (October 2, 1785 - July 24, 1849) was an American lawyer, diplomat, and politician from New York. He was a member of the New York State Assembly (New York Co.) in 1816-17. He was a delegate to the New York State Constitutional Convention of 1821. VF condition with some splitting along fold lines, still in incredible condition for its age, with neat handwriting. Unique piece of New York history. (From the John E. Herzog Collection) ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Est. $230-400