Peleq Clarke Jr. Papers

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Genealogy Notes on Scraps of Paper, ca. 1959

These scraps of paper contain some genealogy information for the Peleg Clarke family including Russell Clarke's family tree, Willard B. Clarke's birth and death dates and spouse, Lyman C. Clarke, Cynthia Yeomans, Henry C. Clarke, and Pualinea O.
Newspaper Clipping, Executor's Sale of Peleg Clarke's Personal Property, ca. 1901

This newspaper clipping advertises the executor's sale of Peleg Clarke's personal property to be held at his residence on June 25, 1901. The advertisement lists several of the items that are to be sold and names Frances V. Briggs as the Executor of the estate. John W. Sweeney and Harry B. Agard are named as attorneys for the estate.
Family Information Passed down from Peleg Bowen Briggs Sr., ca. 1900s

This brief note contains information on a man named Mr. Lyle who was the steam engine engineer for the United States on Gen McDowall's staff.
Resolution of Pawcatuck National Bank of Pawcatuck, Connecticut Concerning the Death of Peleg Clarke, Jr., October 16, 1899

Peleg S. Barber

This handwritten resolution, dated October 16, 1899, is written on behalf of the board of directors of Pawcatuck National Bank upon learning of the death of former bank president, Peleg Clarke, Jr. The resolution states that the board bows to the will of God in having taken the former bank president who they state "served this Institution faithfully and well from 1874 to 1899" and further resolves to send the resolution to Clarke's family with their deepest sympathy. The resolution is signed by Peleg S. Barber, the current president, and J. A. Brown, the current clerk. The resolution is written on Pawcatuck National Bank letterhead that still names Peleg Clarke as president.
Letter, Peleg Clarke Jr. to His Family at Home, October 10, 1896

Peleg Clarke Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated October 10, 1896, is written from Peleg Clarke to his family at home with news of his daughter, Bell, and askes them to come over to see him if they are well enough to do so. The top left corner of the page is torn off.
Letter, Peleg Clarke Jr. to His Children, May 29, 1896

Peleg Clarke Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated May 29, 1896, is written from Peleg Clarke Jr. to his children discussing a family friend's heart attack, the new tank he's had installed, and his wife's health.
Letter, Peleg Clarke Jr. to Francis Clarke Briggs, January 27, 1894

Peleg Clarke Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated January 27, 1894, is written from Peleg Clarke Jr. to his daughter, Francis Clarke Briggs discussing some family friends, a man he has working for him, and his health.
Letter, Peleg Clarke Jr. to Francis Clarke Briggs, December 13, 1893

Peleg Clarke Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated December 13, 1893, is written from Peleg Clarke Jr. to his daughter, Francis Clarke Briggs discussing his mother's estate, some personal affairs, and his health.
Letter, Peleg Clarke Jr. to Francis Clarke Briggs, June 11, 1893

Peleg Clarke Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated June 11, 1893, is written from Peleg Clarke Jr. to the Briggs family explaining why they haven't been around to visit and goes on to discuss some mutual friends or family. The letter is written on Pawcatuck National Bank of Pawcatuck, Connecticut letterhead.
Note, Peleg Clarke Jr. to Unknown, October 11, 1892

Peleg Clarke Jr.

This handwritten note, dated October 11, 1892, is written from Peleg Clarke to an unidentified recipient letting them know he's received their letter and notifies them that Mr. Morgan is there and invites them over. The note is written on the back of a page with the title "References in Regard to Clarke's Shaft Targets."
Letter, Peleg Clarke Jr. to Jennie, January 30, 1890

Peleg Clarke Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated January 30, 1890, is written from Peleg Clarke Jr. to Jennie informing her that he and his wife are accepting her invitation to visit with her at her home. The letter goes on to offer the location of where Mrs. C. M. Stillman was buried.
Letter, Braxton & Wallace to Peleg Clarke Jr., January 8, 1876

Braxton and Wallace Law Office

This handwritten letter, dated January 8, 1876, is written from Braxton & Wallace to Peleg Clarke Jr. informing him that a $90 balance due him through a settlement with Mr. Harrison is enclosed and offers to settle with any others on the as needed. The letter is written on Law Office of Braxton and Wallace letterhead.
Letter, Peleg Clarke Jr. to Mary T. Clarke & Children, March 14, 1873

Peleg Clarke Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated March 14, 1873, is written from Peleg Clarke Jr. to his wife, Mary T. Clarke and their children concerning the conditions he was met with while attempting to move his sawmill operation to Norfolk, Virginia. The letter explains that another sawmill operation beat him to the area and has already laid claim to the best timber. The letter goes on to describe his options of where he could move the operations to.
Letter, P. W. Babcock to Peleg Clarke Jr., September 16, 1869

P. W. Babcock

This handwritten letter, dated September 16, 1869, is written from P. W. Babcock to Peleg Clarke Jr. requesting a payment draft of thirty-five dollars to pay interest on a note Clarke holds against Oliver Davis. The letter also acknowledges Davis's carelessness in not paying for the interest earlier. The letter also informs Clarke of Davis's current illness of "remittent fever."
Receipt for Paid Advertisement, G. B. & J. H. Utter, Steam Job Printers, to Peleg Clarke Jr., August 3, 1868

G. B. and J. H. Utter Steam Job Printers

This receipt, dated August 3, 1868, is for an advertisement with the Narragansett Weekly and The Sabbath recorder through the G.B. and J. H. Utter Steam Job Printers, purchased by Peleg Clarke, advertising as Executor for the estate of Benjamin Reynolds. The payment of $1.75 for a 1 inch 6 week advertisement was received by G. B. and J. H. Utter.
Letter, John M. Herndon to Peleg Clarke Jr., January 27, 1868

John M. Herndon

This handwritten letter, dated January 27, 1868, is from John M. Herndon to Peleg Clarke Jr. responding to Clarke's recent letter inquiring about laws the sale of land deeds in Virginia. The letter goes on to discuss personal matters between the men.
Letter, Oliver Davis to Peleg Clarke Jr., July 10, 1868

Oliver Davis

This handwritten letter, dated July 10, 1868, is from Oliver Davis to his uncle, Peleg Clarke Jr. regarding the will of his other uncle, B. Reynold's and requesting that Clarke deliver some books to Davis's mother. The letter goes on to invite Clarke to come visit.
Receipt for Shares Purchased, Hannah T. Brown, July 8, 1868

Hannah T. Brown

This handwritten receipt, dated July 8, 1868 is a share purchased by Reley Clarkee, the executor to an unidentifiable estate for the purchase of one share at the cost of fifty dollars for an unidentifiable stock, signed by Hannah T. Brown.
Receipt, For Shares, Abby Thurston, July 8, 1868

Abby Thurston

This handwritten receipt, dated July 8, 1868, is for shares purchased by Peleg Clarkee, the executor of Benjamin Reynolds will for unidentifiable stock at fifty dollars per share and signed by Abby Thurston.
Letter, H. A. Hammish to General E. M. Smith, April 10, 1866

H. A. Hammish

This letter, dated April 10, 1866, is written from H. A. Hammish [?] to Brig. General E. M. Smith notifying Smith that he is enclosing the letter and statement relating to the Saw Mill claim by Peleg Clarke, Jr. The notes on the back of the letter were cut off on the original document.
Document of Statements by Command of Major General Terry Concerning the Steam Sawmill Inquiry, March 19, 1866

This document, dated March 19, 1866, is a document detailing the order of statements concerning the steamer sawmill and payments allegedly owed Peleg Clarke, Jr. for the use of it.
Letter, Peleg Clarke Jr. to Major General Terry, March 19, 1866

Peleg Clarke Jr.

This handwritten letter, dated March 19, 1866, is written from Peleg Clarke to Major General Terry to forward the statement of facts and copies of statements mad by General Haugh, Woods, and Barstow in regard to the steam sawmill and goes on to give his own explanations.
Letter, Mary T. Clarke to Children, February 10, 1866

Mary T. Clarke

This handwritten letter, dated February 10, 1866, is written from Peleg Clarke, Jr.'s wife, Mary T Clarke to her children informing them that she is in bad health and describes her illnesses.
Letter, Major Yurish, Quartermaster General's Office to Peleg Clarke Jr., January 8, 1866

This handwritten letter, dated January 8, 1866, is written from Major Yurish at the Quartermaster General's Office to Peleg Clarke, Jr. regarding the approved rental payment for the government's occupation of the Steam and Plaining Mill building owned by Clarkee.
Agreement Between Peleg Clarke Jr. and John M. Herndon, January 2, 1866

This handwritten agreement between Peleg Clarke Jr. and John M. Herndon, dated January 2, 1866, details that the two men are in a co-partnership and will be considered settled until April 2, 1865 and no collections are to be made by either party until the aforementioned date.