Summer 2025 PD for K–12 teachers: Registration is now open!
to Mamma
7 December 1942
Benson, Eris B., 1922-1997
One envelope addressed to Anna Petty Benson from Eris B. Benson dated December 7, 1942. Pertains to attaining a day pass and travel plans.
GLC09954.058
8 December 1942
One envelope addressed to Anna Petty Benson from Eris B. Benson dated December 8, 1942. Pertains to possibly transferring, the weather and missing the family.
GLC09954.059
15 December 1942
One envelope addressed to Anna Petty Benson from Eris B. Benson dated December 15, 1942. Pertains to travelling to Hattiesburg for the day.
GLC09954.060
16 December 1942
One envelope addressed to Anna Petty Benson from Eris B. Benson dated December 16, 1942. Pertains to being transferred to a new barrack and a promotion.
GLC09954.061
17 December 1942
One envelope addressed to Anna Petty Benson from Eris B. Benson dated December 17, 1942. Pertains to daily life while stationed at Camp Shelby, Mississippi.
GLC09954.062
to Daddy
19 May 1943
One letter addressed to James Marion Benson from Eris B. Benson dated May 19, 1943. Relays that he will not be able to write for two weeks. Inquires about watermelons growing on the farm.
GLC09954.118
to Brother
29 August 1858
Scott, Asahel Adams, 1829-1894
One letter addressed to "Brother" dated Allens Grove, August 29, 1858 from A.A. Scott. Expresses joy that he is not sick and provides updates on his trade; his work on the farm in the fall; expected produce to grow from Iowa crops; and helping at...
GLC09832.35
14 November 1858
One letter addressed to "Brother" dated Allens Grove, November 14, 1858 from A.A. Scott. Wishes that he would visit soon; and lists potential jobs for him such as working with cattle or as a grocery dealer.
GLC09832.36
30 November 1858
One letter addressed to "Brother" dated Allens Grove, November 30, 1858 from A.A. Scott. Details plan to build a home for the cattle, groceries and a church. Mentions which crops will grow in the spring and how much the farm pays for the help.
GLC09832.37
January 31, 1859
One letter addressed to "Brother" dated Allens Grove, January 31, 1859 from A.A. Scott. Describes the weather, and working in a shanty. Also includes his wages if he came to work on the farm.
GLC09832.38
Showing results 1,471 - 1,480