1876 January 25 Lyman C. Draper, Corresponding Secretary, State Historical Society of Wisconsin, Madison, Wis., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. News of his duties with the Wisconsin Historical Society and of its growing collection. Thanks J.G.M. for sending old letters, one of which concerns his grandfather. Also enclosed is a printed request from the Wisconsin Historical Society to the Wisconsin State Legislature for additional funds.

1876 March 1 Jas. D. Porter, Governor of Tennessee, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Informs J.G.M. that, with his permission, his paper on Gov. Blount will be read in Philadelphia at the July second commemorative celebration and will then be published in book form.

1876 March 15 John. M. Lea, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Discussion of how best to get their circular before the people and the decision to place it in every newspaper in the state. Reports that the Society will be represented at the Centennial in Philadelphia and that lack of funds limits their activities.

1876 March 15 Jasper D. Porter, Governor of Tennessee, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. (Incomplete. In scrapbook, between p. 8 and p. 9) Assures Dr. Ramsey that his article will be accurately printed. Discusses his effort to secure for the State Library portraits of all notable Tennesseans and his desire for a portrait of J.G.M.

1876 April 22 Lyman C. Draper, Recording Secretary, State Historical Society of Wisconsin, Madison, Wis., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Inquiry concerning Col. Elijah Isaacs, Revolutionary War figure from North Carolina. Asks for clarification concerning Gen. Shelby. Reports that no publisher can be found for his Mecklenburg book.

1876 June 26 E.B. Mason, Mayor of Newbern, Dyer County, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Mentions the hand saw given by the writer to the Tennessee Historical Society and his attempt to secure Davy Crockett's rifle for the Society. In reply to J.G.M.'s query, relates origin of the name of the Forked Deer River and some history of that area. Information concerning his personal life and his ancestors. Description of a kettle of historic interest owned by E.B. Mason.

1876 September 4 Sallie Kirkpatrick, descendant of John Sevier, Clinton, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Thanks Dr. Ramsey for his perpetuation of the memory of John Sevier. Discussion of letters of her ancestors in which J.G.M. is interested. Inquiry concerning whereabouts of a portrait of her grandfather.

1877 January 28 Isham G. Harris, Memphis, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Agrees to aid Dr. Ramsey's friend, Dr. Cornick. Requests that J.G.M. advise him as to East Tennessee appointments. Declares his intention to permit no injustice to East Tennessee.

1877 May 7 Anson Nelson, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Reports that all officers of the Historical Society were re-elected, including Dr. Ramsey who was re-elected as president. Complains about poor coverage given the Society by newspapers. Harsh criticism of state legislature for failing to grant the Society an appropriation.

1877 May 20 J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn., to his family and friends. Instructions for his funeral and burial.

1877 July 4 Anson Nelson, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Account of the Historical Society meeting the previous day with a description of a recent gift. Discussion of his friendship with Mrs. James K. Polk and his weekly visits to her. Reference to a portrait of J.G.M. belonging to the state. Asks about J.G.M.'s new book and gives news of a convention to be held there.

1877 November 5 envelope

1878 January 9 John L. Moses, Knoxville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. (In scrapbook, between p.52 and p.53) Expresses regret that he did not learn of the Ramseys' reception in time to attend.

1878 July 31 Lyman C. Draper, Corresponding Secretary, State Historical Society of Wisconsin, Madison, Wis., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. News of his lack of success with publishers. Relates that he is currently preparing a biography of a Mohawk chief. Asks for information on the Cherokees. Points out discrepancy in Wheeler's history.

1878 August 12 Essex Institute typed letter with hand-written letter on back to A. A. Marks

1878 August 24 Essex Institute, Salem, Mass., to the President of the Tennessee Historical Society, Nashville, Tenn. Engraved invitation to the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the landing of Gov. Endicott at Salem to be held Sept. 18, 1878. Also enclosed is a complimentary ticket to lunch and to exercises at Mechanics Hall.

1878 September 14 J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn., to the Essex Institute, Salem, Mass. (Copy) Expresses appreciation on behalf of the Society for their invitation and courtesy but sends regrets that he cannot attend.

1878 December 25 John M. Lea, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Praises J.G.M. for his sense of history and his Annals. Acclaims early Tennesseans for their faith, courage, and love of liberty. In response to J.G.M.'s concern about the celebration of centennials, points out that the 100th anniversary of the settlement of Nashville will be observed. Anticipates that the next general assembly will appropriate funds for the Society. Discusses Tennessee's part in the Civil War. News that many old papers will be donated by an aged newspaper editor.

1879? J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn., to Gov. A.S. Marks, for Col. Charlton, Nashville, Tenn. (Extract from original letter) Expresses his deep interest in making Tennessee the cultural and educational center of the region. Cites the advantages which make Tennessee the logical seat of learning. Urges the founding of universities and the improvement of the public school system with greater emphasis upon Christian values.

1879 January 8 John M. Lea, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Reports changes in the by-laws of the Historical Society. Discussion of plans for the Nashville Centennial and the tentative plans for the Battle of King's Mountain Centennial. Requests that J.G.M. write a paper of King's Mountain, urging sister states to participate. Feels that the assembly will appropriate funds for publishing a much-needed catalogue of the Society's holdings. Gives permission for depositing his letters to Dr. Ramsey in the archives.

1879 January 10 Anson Nelson, City Treasurer, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Expresses gratitude that Dr. Ramsey's life has been spared another year. Requests that Lea's letters to J.G.M. be placed in the archives along with J.G.M.'s to Lea. Foresees a bright future for the Society. Discusses Nelson's selection as the author of a history of Nashville for the Centennial.

1879 January 24 John M. Lea, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Account of Mr. Lilliard's ill-timed correspondence with Tennessee's sister states concerning the King's Mountain Centennial and how the error was corrected. Suggests that Dr. Ramsey write Gov. Vance of an unidentified sister state, explaining the change in plans.

1879 March 1 State Historical Society of Wisconsin, Madison, Wis., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Printed circular explaining the importance of old pamphlets and books and requesting donations of any that can be spared. (mailed December 3)

1879 March 16 J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. to his son, McKnitt Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. (In Bible, p.726) Instructs him to erect a headstone over the graves of his grandparents in accordance with a promise made to J.G.M.'s brother. Includes inscriptions to be used on the tombstones. (missing)

1879 March 22 J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn., for Alvis Gettys Scott, (no city), Texas. Letter of introduction for Alvis Gettys Scott, formerly principal of the Deaf and Dumb Asylum in Knoxville, now of Texas.

1879 March 24 John M. Lea, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Reveals that the Assembly will probably not appropriate any money for the Society. Discussion of the state debt which is preventing an appropriation from being made. Still foresees a bright future for the Society. Reference to purchasing the equestrian statue of Jackson.

1879 March 25 J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn., to James Park, Knoxville, Tenn. (On same sheet as above letter) Note to accompany the gift of a journal to James Park, pastor of 1st Presbyterian Church of Knoxville.

1879 April 2 John M. Lea, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Reports that the Assembly granted no money to the Society but did give it distinct recognition and the exclusive possession of an office in the Capitol. Criticizes the Assembly for its appropriations to less worthy causes and its neglect of the Historical Society. Expresses hope that the Jackson statue will be placed at the Capitol and mentions his visit to his native town and to Dr. Ramsey.

1879 April 5 Anson Nelson, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Explanation for his tardiness in seeing Dr. Lindsley concerning a manuscript which was to have been sent to J.G.M. and Dr. Lindsley's knowledge of it. Discusses plans for publishing histories by J.G.M. and Dr. Lindsley. Refers to the reception held for Dr. Ramsey's 82nd birthday

1879 May 7 Anson Nelson, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. News that all officers of the Historical Society were re-elected. Discusses finding a publisher for J.G.M.'s new book and introducing it to the Tennessee school system.

1879 September 30 D. Appleton & Co., New York, N.Y., to Anson Nelson, Nashville, Tenn. (Enclosed with letter below) Requests specific information concerning Dr. Ramsey's book before making positive decision as to whether to publish it.

1879 October 3 Anson Nelson, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Encloses a letter from Appleton & Co. Publishers. Suggests adding illustrations and questions to his text book. Expresses the fear J.G.M.'s manuscript is too long.

1879 November 5 The Christian Observer, Converse & Co., Louisville, Ky., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Thanks J.G.M. for sending an old poem which will appear in the Observer. Informs him that the Observer will be sent to him without charge in appreciation of his contributions to the paper.

1879 November 13 Albert S. Marks, Governor of Tennessee, Nashville, Tenn., to J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn. Appoints J.G.M. a delegate to the Yorktown Centennial celebration. Requests that he advise the writer as to whether he will accept the appointment.

1879 November 18 J.G.M. Ramsey, Knoxville, Tenn., to Gov. Albert S. Marks, Nashville, Tenn. (Copy) Expresses appreciation for the honor of being appointed a delegate to the Yorktown Centennial. Gives account of Tennessee's part in the founding of American independence. Declines the appointment because of his lameness.