Gideon Welles Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
GIDEON WELLES
Born: July 01, 1802 in Glastonbury, Connecticut
Died: February 11, 1878 in Hartford, Connecticut
Biography
GIDEON WELLES (1802-1878), formerly a Jacksonian Democrat, joined the newly founded Republican Party in 1854 because of his strong opposition to slavery. He served as Secretary of the Navy throughout the Presidencies of Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson (1861-1869). Welles generally supported Johnson's policies, including Johnson's reluctance to impose far-reaching changes and full rights for African-Americans during the Reconstruction of the South.
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GIDEON WELLES - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 146484Clipping signed by Gideon Welles includes his signature, "Gid. Welles", written in blue ink. Welles served as Secretary of the Navy under Presidents Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson, advocating for policies during the Reconstruction era.Price: $260.00
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GIDEON WELLES - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 03/09/1861 - HFSID 273022Autograph letter signed by Gideon Welles as Secretary of the Navy, dated March 9, 1861. Addressed to Mortimer L., it expresses compliance with a request. Welles served in this role under Presidents Lincoln and Johnson, influencing naval policy during that era.
Sale Price $425.00
$500.00
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GIDEON WELLES - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 04/05/1842 - HFSID 298428Autograph letter signed by Gideon Welles, dated April 5, 1842, written to James A. Hovey Esq. Welles discusses election outcomes, stating, "It is on the whole the most total route the whigs have ever experienced... No battle was ever better fought, or victory more effectively won."
Price: $1,400.00
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GIDEON WELLES - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 08/27/1847 - HFSID 17294Autograph letter signed by Gideon Welles addressing Navy Secretary John Y. Mason, protesting the re-appointment of an accountant he deemed incompetent. Dated August 27, 1847, the letter emphasizes past errors and expresses Welles' lack of confidence in the accountant's abilities.
Sale Price $745.00
$900.00
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GIDEON WELLES - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 08/31/1847 - HFSID 17295Autograph letter signed: "Gideon Welles", 4 pages, dated August 31, 1847. Welles addresses Secretary of the Navy "John Y. Mason", expressing frustration over the retention of an incompetent clerk, reflecting their political tensions.
Price: $1,200.00
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GIDEON WELLES - AUTOGRAPH SENTIMENT SIGNED - HFSID 17314Autograph sentiment signed "Very Respectfully/Gideon Welles", clipped from the closing of a letter. Gideon Welles, Secretary of the Navy under Abraham Lincoln, is known for his opposition to slavery, having switched to the Republican Party in 1854.
Price: $280.00
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GIDEON WELLES - AUTOGRAPH SENTIMENT SIGNED - HFSID 17315Autograph sentiment signed by Gideon Welles reads "Respectfully/Gideon Welles" and includes a handwritten flourish above. Welles served as Secretary of the Navy under Presidents Lincoln and Johnson, opposing slavery and transitioning from the Jacksonian Democrat to the Republican Party.
Price: $280.00
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GIDEON WELLES - AUTOGRAPH SENTIMENT SIGNED - HFSID 44678Autograph sentiment signed by Gideon Welles reads, "Very respectfully,/Gideon Welles/Secretary of the Navy." Welles served as Secretary of the Navy under Presidents Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson, expressing his sentiments on a 5½ x 8½ page.
Price: $280.00
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GIDEON WELLES - DOCUMENT FRAGMENT SIGNED - HFSID 16745Document fragment signed "G. Welles", originating from the Navy Department, contains the signature of Gideon Welles, who served as Secretary of the Navy under Presidents Lincoln and Johnson. Welles was known as "Neptune" by Lincoln.
Price: $280.00
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GIDEON WELLES - DOCUMENT SIGNED 02/09/1864 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 31392Document signed by "Gideon Welles" as Secretary of the Navy and "S. H. Stringham/Commandant", dated February 9, 1864. It orders Acting Ensign A. T. Parsons to report to the USS Cherokee in Boston, with certifications of duty completion.
Sale Price $745.00
$900.00
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GIDEON WELLES - MANUSCRIPT DOCUMENT SIGNED 06/21/1866 - HFSID 273021Manuscript signed by Gideon Welles as Secretary of the Navy, dated June 21, 1866, granting leave of absence to Chief Engineer William W. W. Wood. Document contains Welles’ signature "G. Welles" and is on official Navy Department letterhead.
Price: $650.00
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GIDEON WELLES - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 01/09/1865 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 174750Manuscript letter signed by Gideon Welles as Lincoln's Secretary of the Navy, dated January 9, 1865, addressed to Lieutenant Commander Geo U. Morris, instructing him regarding the U.S. Steamer Shawmut. Endorsed by Theodorus Bailey.
Sale Price $595.00
$700.00
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GIDEON WELLES - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 03/01/1864 - HFSID 86937Manuscript letter signed by Gideon Welles as Lincoln's Secretary of the Navy, dated March 1, 1864, addressed to Commodore Joshua R. Sands. Discussing the sale of Lot No 13 and the need for Sands' personal attention after congressional approval.
Price: $700.00
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GIDEON WELLES - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 03/30/1868 - HFSID 31390Manuscript letter signed "G. Welles" as Secretary of the Navy, dated March 30, 1868, instructing Chief Engineer Zeller to study standard gauges for the US Navy. Addressed to Theodore Zeller, it emphasizes careful consideration and prompt reporting of findings.
Price: $700.00
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GIDEON WELLES - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 05/06/1862 - HFSID 86970Manuscript letter signed by Gideon Welles as Lincoln's Secretary of the Navy, dated May 6, 1862. Addressed to Commodore Joshua R. Sands, discussing charges against seamen to be tried by a Naval General Court Martial. Enclosure not present.
Sale Price $495.00
$600.00
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GIDEON WELLES - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 07/16/1866 - HFSID 31388Manuscript letter signed: "G. Welles" as Secretary of the Navy, dated July 16, 1866. Addressed to L. M. Goldsborough, detailing the USS Swatara’s training cruise and its intended European ports of call. Docketed on integral leaf.
Price: $700.00
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GIDEON WELLES - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 07/22/1862 - HFSID 274054Document signed by Gideon Welles, dated July 22, 1862, detailing Captain Andrew A. Harwood's appointment as commander of the Washington Navy Yard. Welles' ink signature appears on the verso, with additional text outlining command structure and responsibilities.
Price: $1,600.00
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GIDEON WELLES - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 10/19/1861 - HFSID 86969Manuscript letter signed by Gideon Welles as Lincoln's Secretary of the Navy, dated October 19, 1861, notifying Commodore Joshua R. Sands about a Naval Court of Inquiry. Includes a handwritten note by the president of the court, W.B. Sherbride.
Sale Price $495.00
$600.00
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GIDEON WELLES - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 11/17/1868 - HFSID 291598Letter to Abram S. Cassidy, Esq., signed "Gideon Welles" as Secretary of the Navy, dated November 17, 1868. Disallowing claims for prize money related to the Civil War, it discusses specifics regarding the claim of Wm. H. Bullis and various vessels.
Price: $700.00
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GIDEON WELLES - MILITARY APPOINTMENT SIGNED 11/24/1865 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 31387Military appointment signed: "G. Welles" as Secretary of the Navy, notifying Master Marston Niles of his promotion to the grade of Master, effective November 10, 1866. Docketed certification from Commander Thomas H. Patterson is included.
Price: $900.00
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GIDEON WELLES - NAVAL APPOINTMENT SIGNED 09/22/1863 - HFSID 174749Letter signed by Gideon Welles as Secretary of the Navy, accepting the resignation of J.W. Meacham from the U.S.S. Clara Dolsen on September 22, 1863. Welles served under Presidents Lincoln and Johnson from 1861 to 1869.
Price: $600.00
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GIDEON WELLES - TELEGRAM UNSIGNED 12/06/1866 - HFSID 280762Telegram documenting Gideon Welles' order to transport John Suratt back to the U.S. for trial, signed by Welles in an unsigned, partially printed message. Dated December 6, 1866, it includes instructions for Admiral Goldsborough in Lisbon.
Price: $3,000.00
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GIDEON WELLES - TYPESCRIPT UNSIGNED - HFSID 262755Typescript consisting of 18 pages detailing Gideon Welles' testimony relevant to the impeachment trial of President Johnson, unsigned, providing insights on Cabinet discussions and opinions regarding the Tenure of Office Act. Additional pencil notations highlight key points.
Sale Price $1,495.00
$1,800.00
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PRESIDENT ANDREW JOHNSON - NAVAL APPOINTMENT SIGNED 03/24/1868 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 30164Partly printed document signed by Andrew Johnson as President and Gideon Welles as Secretary of the Navy, appointing George F. Wilkins as "Master in the Navy" on March 24, 1868. Document includes a blue seal.
Price: $3,000.00
