1870 February 9 J.G.M. Ramsey, Salisbury, N.C., to his lawyer and brother-in-law, Col. John H. Crozier, Knoxville, Tenn. Discussion of sale of Mecklenburg to Breakbill. Instructs Col. Crozier to invest half the proceeds of this sale in Knox County bonds and to send half to him in cash which he plans to use to help Sue and her husband buy a farm. Refers to repurchasing the lower part of Mecklenburg. Mentions payment of Liddy's fees and payment of just claims against him.

1870 March 30 J.G.M. Ramsey, Salisbury, N.C., to his lawyer and brother-in-law, Col. John H. Crozier, Knoxville, Tenn. Expresses hope that the case of Ludlow and Ramsey will be favorably decided by the Supreme Court. Long discussion of his debts and how they are to be paid. Instructs Col. Crozier to invest J.G.M.'s money in Knox County bonds. Refers to judgment just made by Supreme Court that confiscated lands will revert to the heirs. Mentions agreement with Breakbill.

1870 October 31 from J.G.M. Ramsey to Mrs. Corrick and Crozier

1870 December 26 William Johnston, President of Charlotte, Columbia & Augusta Rail Road (!) Co., Charlotte, N.C. Replies to J.G.M.'s request for employment by asking that he sell railroad bonds, write articles publicizing the railroad for newspapers in cities from New York to New Orleans, and help the writer with his correspondence. Reports that there is no position as an official of the railroad worthy of J.G.M.'s talents.

1871 January 4 George T. Barnes, Charlotte, N.C., to J.G.M. Ramsey, at Mr. W.D. Alexander's home, Charlotte, N.C. Asks that J.G.M. call on him that morning to help with the completion of an unspecified settlement.

1871 January 12 Arthur C. Crozier, Knoxville, Tenn., to his brother-in-law, J.G.M. Ramsey, Salisbury, N.C. Talks about one of Dr. Ramsey's law cases. Reports no news concerning the Breakbill matter but hopes that payment will be realized from it without a suit. Tells of his future plans, explaining that they will move to a farm near Knoxville where he hopes to find some business.

1871 January 16 T.R. Cornick, Knoxville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Charlotte, N.C. News that he has suffered a serious injury to his arm. Informs him that the case of J.G.M.'s son against Mead will be heard soon and feels hopeful about the outcome. Discussion of J.G.M.'s Supreme Court case with mention of his lawyer, one of whom may weaken Ramsey's chances because of his sympathy for the South. Reference to the case of Brownlow and Ross versus Lyon and Ramsey about which he feels uncertain. 1871 March 5 Letter Charlotte NC from J. G. M. Ramsey

1871 April 2 Lyman C. Draper, Corresponding secretary, State Historical Society of Wisconsin, Madison, Wis., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Charlotte, N.C. Discusses an anticipated journey south. Remarks that he probably will not visit Knoxville because it is out of the way and the descendants of an interesting family there know too little about their history to make it worthwhile. Reports success with his historical correspondence, including letters from an Alabamian who feels forgiving toward the North.

1871 April 15 T.R. Cornick, Knoxville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Charlotte, N.C. Notifies him that Chancery Court closed with none of his Bank of E. Tenn. cases being heard but may be taken up in special session during the next month.

1871 April 22 Lyman C. Draper, Corresponding Secretary, State Historical Society of Wisconsin, Madison, Wis., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Charlotte, N.C. Outlines the route he will take through the South and what he will look for in each city. Discusses his plans for making his home in Florida and engaging in business there.

1871 April 22 James A. Wallace, Clayton, Ala., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Charlotte, N.C. Discusses the printing of errors in the Davidson Monthly. Long account of the writer's ancestors

1871 June 3 H.P. Collins, (no place), to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Original poem on their friendship and their advancing age. Dec. 12 R.H. Cartell, Staunton, Va., to Col. I.T.L. Preston, Lexington, Va. Informs him that Arthur Ramsey's remains can be interred in a walnut coffin and that there is a Confederate cemetery in Staunton.

1871 December 12 to Col. Preston Staunton, GA

1871 December 20 J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn., to his daughter, Mrs. Elizabeth Ramsey Breck, Atlanta, Ga. Explains why she was not met at the train in Atlanta. Relates their activities since arriving in Knoxville. Mentions renting her land, Sue's bond, and McKnitt's chances for finding work in Knoxville.

1871 December 25 J.G.M. Ramsey, Riverside, home of his daughter, Margaret Jane, near Knoxville, Tenn., to his grandsons, William and Henry Lenoir, Lenoirs, Tenn. Christmas greetings. Lengthy advice for the boys concerning their education, morals, and behavior. Points to their mother and other relatives as fine examples of good conduct. Expresses the desire to see them more often.

1871 December 27 Col. I.T.L. Preston, Lexington, Va., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Describes Lexington's Confederate cemetery, as being drab and the transportation of Arthur's remains to Lexington more costly. Suggests that re-internment in Staunton would be a better choice. Requests copy of the Annals.

1872 January 7 J.G.M. Ramsey, Riverside, home of his daughter, Margaret Jane, near Knoxville, Tenn., to his daughter, Elizabeth Ramsey Breck, near Charlotte, N.C. (at W.D. Alexander's) Offers sympathy and comfort for her homesickness. Advises her that helping others will make the separation easier. Discusses subscribing to the Chroma. Refers to Liddy's spending some time with Robert. Account of their activities and situation since coming to Knoxville. Mentions that McKnitt may be able to enter business in Knoxville although the area is depressed economically.

1872 January 28 J.G.M. Ramsey, Riverside, home of his daughter, Margaret Jane, near Knoxville, Tenn., to his daughter, Elizabeth Ramsey Breck, Charlotte, N.C. Thanks her for her interesting letter mentioning the family events that she described. Urges that Sue's son, Jimmie not be called that Negro name, Jim. Refers to Aunt Mary Ann Kellar's illness and other family news including McKnitt's settlement of his property dispute.

1872 March 3 J.G.M. Ramsey, Riverside, home of his daughter, Margaret Jane, near Knoxville, Tenn., to his children , Elizabeth, Robert, and Sue, Charlotte, N.C. Gives their plans for moving to town and asks Liddy's advice on choosing among one of five houses, including Liddy's house. Instructions for packing and sending their belongings to Knoxville and for selling articles that will not be needed. Mentions their health, other small items concerning relatives, and the cold weather. Refers to Liddy's return to Knoxville.

1872 April 15 Lyman C. Draper, Corresponding Secretary, State Historical Society of Wisconsin, Madison, Wis., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Account of his successful trip through the South to gather historical information. Regrets that he missed Dr. Ramsey in Charlotte. Requests that J.G.M. get information from some Knoxvillians concerning their ancestors. Lists the desired facts.

1872 October 8 W.S. Doak, Home, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. News that a monument will be raised to his father, Samuel Doak, in Greeneville and account of how this came about. Gives some facts about Tusculum College. Invites J.G.M. to attend monument raising ceremony. Enclosed is a printed list of trustees and officers of the college.

1872 October 24 Mrs. James K. Polk, Polk Place, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Asks for information concerning James Knox for the Wisconsin Historical Society. Refers to the Ramsey's planned trip to Nashville at which time she hopes to see them.

1872 November 2? Mrs. James K. Polk, Polk Place, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. (Incomplete) Cannot recall receiving a letter from J.G.M. containing a copy of The Land We Love. Requests that he relay information to Mr. Draper. Regrets that Mrs. Ramsey's health prevents their trip to Nashville.

1873 February 21 from W.A. Harrison to a Doctor.

1873 March 1 David Wills, Atlanta, Ga., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Expresses regret that J.G.M. could not attend the monument raising ceremony honoring Samuel Doak. Account of the speech given by the writer at the ceremony. Thanks Dr. Ramsey for information used in the speech and informs him that he was mentioned in it. Plans to send J.G.M. a copy of the speech.

1873 November 25 W.A. Harrison, Harrodsburg, Ky., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. News that he is preserving J.G.M.'s letters for his daughter and citing him as an example for the young men of the writer's church. Feels that youth of the present are dissipating their talents and health. Sentimental remembrance of Mrs. Ramsey as a fine homemaker and hostess.

1874 January 12 W. Garrett, Bradford Co., Ala., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Expresses gratification that the writer can contribute to the Tennessee Historical Society. Detailed information concerning Col. Joseph Hamilton and his father. Regrets that he can supply only slight information in regard to the origin of the names of the Pigeon River and English's Mountain and the old forts along the river but relates several incidents which occurred in that area. Gives plans for sending to the Society information about Tennesseans who have settled in Alabama.

1874 May 6 John M. Lea, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Asks that J.G.M. prepare circular for the Tennessee Historical Society requesting donation of historical relics from the people of the state. Expresses confidence in success of the organization and hope that Dr. Ramsey will sometimes preside.

1874 May 21 Lyman C. Draper, Corresponding Secretary, State Historical Society A.M. of Wisconsin, Madison, Wis., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Advises J.G.M. on how to write the circular for the Historical Society, suggesting what points to stress. Warns that it cannot succeed without money. Asks to borrow a book from the Tennessee Society.

1874 May 21 Lyman C. Draper, corresponding Secretary , State historical Society of Wisconsin, Madison, Wis., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. P.M. Discusses an event recorded in Wheeler's History of North Carolina and his attempt to find more information concerning this.

1874 June 16 J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn., to his grandson, Henry Ramsey Lenoir, Lenoirs, Tenn. Printed circular written by J.G.M. requesting historical material from the people of Tennessee for the historical society.

1874 July 20 Mamie Ramsey McIver, Nashville, Tenn., to her uncle, J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Expression of sympathy for J.G.M.'s injury suffered in a fall from his horse. Explains that caring for her three children and an aged aunt prevent her visiting Knoxville. Reference to historical material to be sent J.G.M. by the aunt. Sentimental mention of her deceased father, William Baine Alexander Ramsey, and her own and her family's bereavement at his death.

1874 August 15 from A. Nelson to My Esteemed Friend

1874 September 4 B.G. Manard, Bristol, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. In compliance with J.G.M.'s request, encloses the inscription from Gen. Shelby's tombstone. Reports that his grave is badly neglected. Refers to the improvement in Dr. Ramsey's health.

1874 November 11 Anson Nelson, Recording Secretary, State Historical Society of Tennessee, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Reference to an unidentified "plan" for the Historical Society. Discusses publishing a recent address on the Battle of King's Mountain and starting a regular publication by the Society. Mentions writing newly elected Gov. Porter on behalf of the Society.

1874 November 12 W.A. Harrison, Harrodsburg, Ky., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Sympathizes with J.G.M. because of his injury resulting from a fall from his horse. Long discussion of politics, expressing happiness in the outcome of recent elections which he sees as a Southern victory.

1875? J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn., to his second cousin, Rev. Emmet A. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Accompanies gift of a journal for Emmet who is beginning his ministry to the new sections near Knoxville. Cites Emmet's grandfather, Samuel Ramsey, who was also a minister, as an example for him. Urges him to keep a journal during his work.

1875 August 3 Lyman C. Draper, Corresponding Secretary, State Historical Society of Wisconsin, Madison, Wis., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Requests that Dr. Ramsey find out and forward specific information to him on early Southern Presbyterians. Refers to the book he is writing and to ex-President Johnson's death.

1875 October 6 Lyman C. Draper, Corresponding Secretary, State Historical Society of Wisconsin, Madison, Wis., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Plans to send his Mecklenburg manuscript to a publisher. Mentions information desired on Fort Loudon. Reports that he is sending a copy of his associate's book for J.G.M.'s perusal and judgment.