Massachusetts Historical Society
Boston, MA
Papers:
ca. 1727-1864, 1 narrow box.
Papers of physician, politician, and diplomat William Eustis and his wife Caroline Langdon Eustis. Correspondence concerns relations with Algeria during and after the U.S. conflict of 1815, and national politics from 1800-20. Included is a letter from Pres. James Madison written shortly before he left office, and several letters from Dolley Madison to Mrs. Eustis. Other correspondents include Richard Cutts, Henry Dearborn, Sarah Bowdoin Dearborn, and Francis LeBaron. Letters of Mrs. A. Palmer in Paris to William and Caroline Eustis concern their efforts to obtain furniture and rent a house during Eustis's term as U.S. minister to the Netherlands, 1815-18. Caroline Eustis's papers from 1825-64 concern financial matters. Also included are Caroline's 1806 diary, a journal apparently kept by William from 1816-17, and a journal recording major events at Benjamin Poor's Indian Hill Farm in West Newbury, Mass., 1821-25.
Papers:
1775-1825, 1 narrow box.
Letters written to physician, politician, and diplomat William Eustis from numerous prominent Americans. There are several letters each from John Quincy Adams, James Madison, and Christopher Gore. Other correspondents include John Adams, Fisher Ames, John C. Calhoun, Henry Clay, David Cobb, Albert Gallatin, Tobias Lear, James Monroe, Benjamin Rush, and James Swan. Topics include U.S. relations with Great Britain and France, national politics, and Eustis's service as U.S. minister to the Netherlands from 1815-18.
Papers:
In the Aaron Burr Letters, ca. 1777-1802, 2 folders.
Other authors include William Eustis.
Papers:
In the David Cobb Papers, 1708-1833, 6 boxes and 1 oversize folder.
Correspondents include William Eustis
Papers:
In the Henry Dearborn Papers, ca. 1779-1838, 1 box and 1 volume.
Correspondents include William Eustis.
Papers:
In the Eustis-Langdon Papers, 1803-1876, 1 narrow box.
The collection contains letters and miscellaneous papers of William Eustis.
Papers:
In the James Jackson Papers, 1787-1867, 1 box.
Correspondents include William Eustis.
Papers:
In the Langdon Family Papers, 1724-1959, 15 boxes and 1 oversize box.
Correspondents include William Eustis.
Papers:
In the Smith-Carter Family Papers, 1669-1880, 8 boxes and 1 oversize box.
Correspondents include William Eustis.
Papers:
In the John Warren Papers, 1765-1821, 1 volume.
Correspondents include William Eustis.
Boston Public Library
Boston, MA
Papers:
1809, 1 item.
A letter from William Eustis to J.B. Varnum written on February 11, 1809. In the letter, William Eustis comments on the character and accomplishments of Co. Brazier.
Duke University
Medical Center Library
Durham, NC
Papers:
1812, 1 item.
A letter from William Eustis, War Department, to Joseph Anderson written on June 6, 1812. In the letter, William Eustis details efforts to increase the size of the army and to improve the efficiency of the military organization in preparation for a war with Great Britain. He also transcribes a copy of a letter received from Alexander Smyth, on recruiting measures.
The Filson Historical Society
Louisville, KY
Papers:
1818, 1 item.
A letter from William Eustis to an unidentified correspondent written on October 20, 1818. In the letter, William Eustis comments on his negative opinion of James Wilkinson, and positive opinion of James Madison.
Indiana Historical Society
Indianapolis, IN
Papers:
1812, 2 pages.
A letter from William Henry Harrison to William Eustis, Secretary of War, written on January 6, 1812. In the letter, William Henry Harrison recommends George Croghan for a captaincy in the regular army. He also recommends William Luckett for a commission as a subaltern.
Papers:
1812, 2 items.
A letter from William Henry Harrison to William Eustis, Secretary of War, written on December 24, 1812. In the letter, William Henry Harrison reports on the expedition of Lt. John Campbell against the Indians at Mississenewa, and that the British and Indians were not able to capture the corn at the Rapids of the Miami.
Library of Congress
Manuscript Division
Washington, DC
Papers:
ca. 1757-1908, 0.8 linear foot.
Chiefly incoming correspondence from William Eustis's years as U.S. secretary of war and minister to Holland. Subjects include the Burr-Clinton controversy, the Louisiana Purchase, Indian affairs, the war between England and France, and relations between the U.S. and the Netherlands. Also includes papers of Eustis's father Benjamin, his wife Caroline Langdon Eustis, and other family members, legal documents, and other papers. Correspondents include John Quincy Adams, Sylvanus Bourne, William C. C. Claiborne, Joshua Clibborn, Henry Dearborn, Alexander Hill Everett, Nathaniel Fellows, Albert Gallatin, Benjamin Homans, Levi Lincoln, Dolley Madison, James Madison, Samuel L. Mitchill, James Monroe, and Robert Smith.
Papers:
In the William Henry Harrison Papers, ca. 1734-1939, approximately 1,000 items.
Correspondents include William Eustis.
Papers:
In the Benjamin Homans Papers, 1796-1840, 100 items.
Correspondents include William Eustis.
Papers:
In the Anthony Lamb Papers, ca. 1779-1862, 125 items.
Correspondents include William Eustis.
Papers:
In the Rodney Family Papers, 1771-1824, 2.2 linear feet.
Correspondents include William Eustis.
Papers:
In the James Thacher Papers, 1780-1842, 32 items.
Correspondents include William Eustis. Photocopies of originals in the Boston Medical Library (Boston, Mass.).
Louisiana State University
Special Collections
Baton Rouge, LA
Papers:
1803, 1 letter.
A letter from William Eustis to Aaron Burr written on November 12, 1803. In the letter, William Eustis writes about the Louisiana Purchase.
New-York Historical Society
New York, NY
Papers:
1777-1821. 79 items.
Relate to Revolutionary War and diplomatic, Cabinet, and congressional service.
Ohio Historical Society
Columbus, OH
Papers:
1812, 1 item.
A letter from William Eustis to Governor R.J. Meigs written on January 21, 1812. In the letter, William Eustis writes regarding a list of officers "for the protection of the frontiers of the United States."
The Rosenbach Museum and Library
Philadelphia, PA
Papers:
1803, 1 item.
A letter from James Madison to Dr. William Eustis written on May 17, 1803. In the letter, James Madison gives an opinion on a Mr. Savage's claim for extra compensation and his prospects for receiving another appointment.
University of Chicago
Special Collections
Chicago, IL
Papers:
1812, 1 item.
A letter from William Eustis, Secretary of War, to Major General Henry Dearborn written on September 9, 1812. In the letter, William Eustis approves Dearborn's "arrangements for concentrating the troops."
University of Iowa Library
Special Collections Department
Iowa City, IA
Papers:
1809, 1 item.
A letter from C.A. Rodney to Secretary of War William Eustis written on January 9, 1809. In the letter, C.A. Rodney writes concerning the claim of Gen. Wilkinson for rations.
Western Reserve Historical Society Library
Cleveland, OH
Papers:
In the War of 1812 Collection of Papers, 1792-1876, 0.4 linear foot.
Other authors include William Eustis.
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