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to Dexter E. Kelpe

One greeting card from Rep to Dexter E. Kelpe dated May 12, 1933. A birth announcement card for a baby girl born on May 12. The baby had not been named.

GLC10047.01.646

to Dexter E. Kelpe

One letter from an unknown sender to Dexter E. Kelpe dated May 28, 1933. The letter is signed Fatso.

GLC10047.01.647

to Dexter E. Kelpe

One letter from Red Hopkins to Dexter E. Kelpe dated August 6, 1933.

GLC10047.01.648

[Unaddressed letter]

One unaddressed unsigned letter dated July 3, 1934. Addressed to Old pal, and not signed.

GLC10047.01.652

to Dexter E. Kelpe

One letter from Margaret to Dexter E. Kelpe dated July 3, 1934. Addressed to Pal O' Mine.

GLC10047.01.653

to Dexter E. Kelpe

One postcard from Pat Whitting to Dexter E. Kelpe dated August 20, 1934.

GLC10047.01.655

to Dexter E. Kelpe

One letter from Mary to Dexter E. Kelpe dated September 9, 1934.

GLC10047.01.656

to Dexter E. Kelpe

One letter from L.L. Latham to Dexter E. Kelpe dated December 29, 1934.

GLC10047.01.657

to Dexter E. Kelpe

One business card for Jack Yowell painter and paper hanger included in an envelope postmarked December 29, 1934.

GLC10047.01.658.01

Photograph of Mr. and Mrs. Scott and Mrs. Laux and an unknown man

One photograph of Mr. and Mrs. Scott and Mrs. Laux and an unknown man possibly Omer or Dexter Kelpe dated December 29, 1934.

GLC10047.01.658.03

[Photograph of three men]

One photograph of three men dated December 29, 1934. One man is in a fully white uniform looking at the camera. The other two men are holding butcher knives in a joking manner towards the man in white.

GLC10047.01.658.05

[Photograph of a path]

One photograph of path dated December 29, 1934. Features a path that runs between trees and a row of tents the photo has the number 87 in the lower right corner.

GLC10047.01.658.06

[Photograph of two men and a horse]

One photograph of two men and a horse dated December 29, 1934. Features a man holding the reins of a horse while another man is standing on the saddle on the horses back. Behind them is a cabin and mountains.

GLC10047.01.658.07

[Photograph of two men]

One photograph of two men dated December 12, 1926. Features two men posing for the camera next to each other with their arms around each other's shoulders. The photo is dated on the back.

GLC10047.01.658.08

to Dexter E. Kelpe

One letter from Vita to Dexter E. Kelpe dated March 4, 1946.

GLC10047.01.675

to Dexter E. Kelpe

One letter from June to Dexter E. Kelpe dated March 1, 1946.

GLC10047.01.676

to Dexter E. Kelpe

One letter from Mrs. J.C. Phelps to Dexter E. Kelpe dated March 6, 1946.

GLC10047.01.677

to Dexter E. Kelpe

One letter from Jed to Dexter E. Kelpe dated March 6, 1946.

GLC10047.01.678

to Elizabeth Blair

A friend informs Blair, the daughter of Francis Preston Blair, of the affairs of mutual acquaintances in Washington, D.C. Year estimated based on the use of Blair, Elizabeth's maiden name. "A.G. Brown" was written in the top right corner of the...

GLC03209.27.08

to Alexander Hamilton

Lafayette states that he arrived last night and will set out for Philadelphia. He writes about his recommendation to General George Washington that Hamilton should be made Adjutant General. Explains the reasons he gave in support of his...

GLC03323

to Abby Goold

Writes to his mother thanking her for letters, a photograph, and a box which contained dried fruit, corn, beans, cheese, and tongue. Tells her that when she writes to his brother Theodore she "must encourage him to presevere, also to learn to sing...

GLC03523.05.20

to Sister

Reports that the troops are preparing to leave their camp, mentioning that they may go to Washington D.C. to be mustered into the United States service. Describes the marching band that is playing and speculates that the band will go with them...

GLC03523.08.07

to Amanda Wilkinson

Writes that he is happy Amanda is staying with her mother and notes she will be cared for there. He is also pleased that her friends are caring for her while he is away. Hopes that he can get out of debt soon so he can send home more money. States...

GLC03523.13.015

to Amanda Wilkinson

Written at camp of the 2nd Michigan Infantry near Waterloo on the Rappahannock River to his wife. Writes that since her last letter they have marched a long way and are waiting for orders to move forward to Richmond, Virginia. Notes that General...

GLC03523.13.065

to John Cripps

Expresses his disappointment at Cripps canceling his plans to visit. Describes what the two of them would have done if Cripps came to visit. Written on personal stationery with a "B" imprinted at the top center of page one and on the envelope....

GLC03587.24

to Bryan Fairfax re: allowing Fairfax to visit to discuss British peace proposal

With a note in a different hand on the address leaf stating "containing a pas[s]port to travel to the camp." Washington also assures Fairfax of his friendship, despite "the difference in our political Sentiments...."

GLC03674

to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Mrs. G.E. Gale to Robert E. Dyer dated August 1, 1944.

GLC09996.197.01

to Robert E. Dyer

One note sent by Mrs. G.E. Gale to Robert E. Dyer in a letter dated August 1, 1944. Address of G.E. Gale in Tucscon, Arizona.

GLC09996.197.02

to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Mrs. G.E. Gale to Robert E. Dyer dated August 30, 1944.

GLC09996.214

to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Mrs. G.E. Gale to Robert E. Dyer dated October 4, 1944.

GLC09996.248

to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Mrs. G.E. Gale to Robert E. Dyer dated October 13, 1944.

GLC09996.254

to Dorothy

One letter addressed to Dorothy Landau. Pertains to the sender's daily errands and providing updates of mutual acquiantances.

GLC09993.009

[Pages from address book]

One set of pages torn from a notebook that was used as an address book. Each page contains addresses for family and friends.

GLC09996.416

to Robert E. Dyer

One undated telegram from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer.

GLC09996.421

to Dorothy Landau

One postcard addressed to Dorothy Landau dated July 29, 1943. Front of postcard is an image of the Medinah Club in Chicago. Sender's name could not be deciphered.

GLC09993.085

to Dorothy Landau

One letter addressed to Dorothy Landau from Aron dated September 5, 1943. Pertains to daily life in Missouri. Pertains to she and her daughters being unable to visit.

GLC09993.126

to his family

Writes that Charlie Johnson left after visiting from Norwich for five days. Writes that he is more homesick than ever and hopes that the 8th Regiment will be sent to Connecticut to recruit new soldiers and supplement their depleted ranks.

GLC03603.155

to his family

Writes after returning from a trip home. Reports seeing Fred Ward's father on the train and hearing him talk about his son who he believes has been taken prisoner. Thinks that Fred Ward is dead but did not tell his father this. Reports that Charlie...

GLC03603.184

"Proposicons made to the Mohekanders and other River Indians by . . .

. . . Major John Pynchon and James Richards Gent: Commissioners from the Colone of Massasshusetts & Cannatticut in the Court house at Albany." The document commends the River Indians for their refusal to participate in a war against the English. It...

GLC03107.01866

"Propositions made by the River Indians that live at Skachkook"

The River Indians explain that they have invited some of their Indians from Pinnekook in New England to come and live with them in Skachkook. In their response, the English encourage the Indians to bring their friends and relations to Skachkook to...

GLC03107.01945

to Johnston Livingston re: advice for a student

Matilda praises Johnston for his previous letter and informs him that their mother recently purchased some necessary clothing for him. For the remainder of the letter, she offers Johnston advice for a successful term of study, and also wonders if...

GLC03107.04070

to Johnston Livingston re: life at Union College since Johnston's commencement

GLC03107.04103

to Johnston Livingston re: profession of esteem for Johnston

GLC03107.04104

to Johnston Livingston re: concern regarding Sarah Minis

Crawfurd writes that he is greatly concerned that Johnston's sister Sarah may move to Alabama with her new husband. Crawfurd also writes that he has a great deal of pity for Sarah, who got married without friends or relatives, and without the...

GLC03107.04108

to Johnston Livingston re: apology for crazy, rambling letters

Address leaf on p.4.

GLC03107.04116

to Johnston Livingston re: plea for a letter from Johnston

Address leaf on p.4.

GLC03107.04130

to Johnston Livingston re: the pleasure of a letter from Johnston

Crawfurd describes the immense pleasure he experiences with a letter from Johnston, and adds that there is little else that can make him happy. Address leaf on p.4.

GLC03107.04131

to Johnston Livingston re: lamentation of his wretched condition

Crawfurd writes that the coldness of Johnston's last letter wounded him greatly, and states that he feels so wretched that he must unburden himself in his letters to Johnston, even at the risk of disgusting his reader.

GLC03107.04132

to Johnston Livingston re: gratitude for the receipt of Johnston's letter

[Crawfurd] describes the relief he felt when he received Johnston's kind letter, and regrets accusing Johnston of coldness. He describes his painful physical condition, and also his inclination towards melancholy thoughts. He also encloses a few...

GLC03107.04133

to Crawfurd Livingston re: gratitude for Crawfurd's letters

Johnston thanks Crawfurd for all his letters and the flattery they contain. He notes, however, that this flattery isn't necessary, as he is happy to write if it will bring Crawfurd such great pleasure.

GLC03107.04134

to Johnston Livingston re: departure for Savannah

Crawfurd writes to bid farewell to Johnston before he boards a ship for Savannah. Address leaf on p.3.

GLC03107.04140

to Johnston Livingston re: desire for a visit from Johnston

Un-posted copy of GLC03107.04146. Address leaf on p.4.

GLC03107.04147

to Johnston [Livingston] re: sincere gratitude for Johnston's letters

The name on the address leaf is Miss Elmina Denning.

GLC03107.04151

to Johnston Livingston re: reassurance of Johnston's talents

Crawfurd writes that he is distressed by Johnston's lack of faith in himself, and assures him that he is a most valuable person with a great many talents. Address leaf on p.4.

GLC03107.04152

to John MacKay

Written as Captain of Topological Engineers working on the defenses of New York City harbor. Written in a playful manner typical of his other letters to MacKay, a close friend. Lee worries about MacKay's lingering illness and hopes the warm Gulf...

GLC03324

to [Matt] Steele

General Tracy writes to Steele, his brother-in-law. Notes that Mr. Atwood will transmit this letter. Sends a "written sketch" of his deceased friend, Dr. Fearn, with instructions for Steele to pass it on to an editor if he deems it worthy of...

GLC03357

to Robert Livingston re: overtures of continued friendship

Brigby discusses carrying Livingston's letters to England when he travels thence. He informs Livingston that he drew forty-eight shillings on Livingston's name for expenses. In a postscript, Brigby notes that it is a pity that Livingston has not...

GLC03107.00019

to Robert Livingston re: request that Livingston reply

Greenshalgh expresses a desire to hear from Livingston and longs to see Albany and his friend [Livingston] who is currently there. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.00031

to Robert Livingston re: overtures of amiability

Wolley informs Livingston that there is no news in town noteworthy of his attention, and invites Livingston to correspond with him more regularly. In a postscript he expresses his desire to visit Albany, but explains that he may not be able to due...

GLC03107.00036

to Robert Livingston re: impending arrival of Governor Sloughter

Harwood writes about his receipt of the previously shipped case of beaver, but has yet to receive the packets of bear or boar. He also writes of his friendship with New York's new Governor, Henry Sloughter, and the receipt of spices from Barbados.

GLC03107.00177

to Robert Livingston re: Thomas Pelsfooed, a young Scotsman in New York

Livingston's nephew James writes inquiring about a friend of his, Thomas Pelsfooed, who had traveled to New York the previous year. As Pelsfooed is a friend, James requests that his uncle enquire about his whereabouts and employ him if possible....

GLC03107.00606

to Robert Livingston re: support and friendship

Winthrop begins with a diatribe against the "Blockhead that past through the Towne with the maile" and subsequently did not pick up a letter which Winthrop had intended for Livingston. He then writes more seriously of his support for Livingston in...

GLC03107.00632

to Mother and Sister Elmira

Gunboats and troops are now operating against Port Hudson. Everyday he is gaining strength but his blood is now out of order and he caught lice while in the hospital. He refers to Newell as one of his best earthly friends.

GLC02751.27

to Mother and Sister Elmira

He has been taking the medication that Rosetta sent and he thinks they have cured his diarrhea. He mentions Newell's death again. He also talks about the food he has been eating lately.

GLC02751.33

to Mother and Sister Elmira

Clark joined the regiment and shortly afterwards became ill and was taken to the hospital. He went to visit him and when he got back he found George Platts waiting for him. He is glad he now has a friend to keep him company.

GLC02751.35

Elegy for Sereno Wright

Serano is in heaven/And pain can never reach him there/No sickness comes to those who breathe that pure delightful air.

GLC02751.42

to Guy Fenton

He is very sick now. Most of his friends are dead. He became chairman of the Union of Workmen's boxing club. He likes all the Englishmen he has met. At the end, he qoutes a letter from Princess Lily Luomirska.

GLC02766.041

to Very Revered Friend [Translation]

Translation of Iwanow's Letter.He has not heard from his friend in a long time and is very worried. He begs for a response and an appropriate address.

GLC02766.061

to Democratic Committee of Pennsylvania

Jackson refuses to endorse either candidate, or say anything to interfere with a gubernatorial race. He chooses to do so because both candidates, Wolf and Muhlenburg, are his friends. Also claims it is his policy not to involve himself in local...

GLC02771

The Personal side of the Presidency: 120 letters and documents [decimalized]

GLC02793

to Dean Acheson re: thanking him for seeing him off for vacation

Written as President on "Flying White House" stationery. Accompanied by a typed transcript of Acheson's reply. Acheson was Secretary of State.

GLC02793.090

to William Graham

In this long, personal letter, Foster, a newly minted lawyer and former secretary to Andrew Jackson during the War of 1812, gets reacquainted with Graham, a childhood friend. Reflects nostalgically at the "halcyon days" of their youth and looks...

GLC02800

to William Graham

Foster expresses his enduring friendship for Graham, though the two have not seen each other in years. Discusses Jackson's victory over the Creek Indians, their surrender, and other local news.

GLC02801

to Mary Mayberry

Says heat is bad, but he feels better than he ever has except for loneliness. Says "I have not the least caus[e] to complain only some times when I am off of duty and get to thinking and studying I will get low spirited when thinking of home and...

GLC02829.15

to Crawfurd Livingston re: frustration over lack of correspondence

Robert scolds Crawfurd for his failure to write.

GLC03107.04477

to Crawfurd Livingston re: best wishes for an upcoming voyage

E. Denning offers Crawfurd best wishes for an upcoming voyage down South.

GLC03107.04480

to Crawfurd Livingston re: plea for forgiveness

The author of the letter begs Crawfurd to forgive him for his faults, and wonders why he is criticized so harshly.

GLC03107.04481

to John Swift re: family news

Robert writes that he has named his new son after John Swift, and also that his wife will accept an invitation to visit.

GLC03107.04554

to [?] re: sympathy for the loss of one's husband

D.H. Livingston writes to share his sorrow over the death of a friend's husband. Docketed on p.4.

GLC03107.04783

to Luther Martin re: information regarding a friend, Miss Ann Thompson

Hugh McCall conveys information regarding Ann Thompson's family and past. Docketed on p.4.

GLC03107.04784

to Alexander M. Ross

Thanks him for the books he sent, offers to send him "curiosities" from California, such as plants. Praises him for his friendship with and appreciation of Thoreau.

GLC03007.09

to Alexander M. Ross

Discusses local plant life, her obligations as a mother, and his friendship with her father.

GLC03007.11

to Alexander M. Ross

Discussing newspaper articles related to her father, John Brown, and others' opinions of him. "I find now, since all the men who had any knowledge of his affairs, have written recollections and confessions, that he told me more of his plans than he...

GLC03007.18

to Alexander M. Ross

Praises Ross, thanks him for his friendship, and wishes they could see each other. Talks of beautiful California weather and geography. Worries that her husband, Henry Thompson, may not have long to live.

GLC03007.46

to Alexander M. Ross

Wishes to know the cause of his grief, which he mentioned in a previous letter. Hopes he will visit California, and that they can finally meet. Wishes to introduce him to her grandson, who also has a strong love of nature. Discusses other family...

GLC03007.47

to Alexander M. Ross

She and all of her family hope that Ross will come to visit them. Praises him for his tireless work for others. Says she never met Lucretia Mott, nor Harriet Tubman, but admires them both and says of Tubman "what an old soldier she has been....

GLC03007.48

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Graham from Catharine S.M. Gregorie dated March 29, 1799. Expresses that she would like to continue corresponding with him. She inquires if he has had children, and updates him on her children and their schooling.

GLC01795.049

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Graham from Catharine S.M. Gregorie dated January 22, 1800. Pertains to her daughter nearly dying from an illness while at school. She discusses the current education of her daughter.

GLC01795.050

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Graham from Catharine S.M. Gregorie dated January 23, 1801. Pertains to her response of news of his health. Mentions that she has sent her sons back to school after a lengthy Christmas holiday.

GLC01795.051

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Grahm from Catharine S. Gregoire dated March 30, 1802. Pertains to a recent fever epidemic, her companion, local prices and taxes, and rising costs above local wages.

GLC01795.052

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Graham from Catharine S. Gregoire dated January 21, 1803. Pertains to reflecting on her home for the last four years. Provides updates of her sons and daughter.

GLC01795.053

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Graham from Catharine S. Gregoire dated February 9, 1804. Pertains to his plans to travel to Wales. Invites him to stay with them at Chalderton.

GLC01795.055

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Graham from Catharine S. Gregoire dated March 18, 1804. Pertains to making arrangements for his impending visit to Chalderton. She gives him her summer engagements in hopes of choosing an appropriate time to come.

GLC01795.056

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Graham from Catharine S. Gregoire dated March 23, 1804. Pertains to the schedule for his visit and their travel arrangements. Also mentions the death of Mr. Montgomery.

GLC01795.057

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Graham from Catharine S. Gregoire dated January 17, 1805. Pertains to his issues with tenants, Christmas festivities, travelling to London in the spring, and her sons' education.

GLC01795.058

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Graham from Catharine S.M. Gregorie dated March 22, 1809. She is grateful for their communication. She reports on the condition of their house and her sons. She describes the journeys she has taken with her daughter.

GLC01795.061

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Graham from Catharine S.M. Gregorie dated February 1, 1810. Pertains to updates of her sons.

GLC01795.062

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Graham from Catharine S.M. Gregorie dated January 30, 1811. Pertains to updates of her sons: David passed his examinations at Oxford and Charles is now in Edinburgh.

GLC01795.063

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Graham from Catharine S.M. Gregorie dated April 23, 1815. Pertains to recovering from an illness, and update of her granddaughter and children.

GLC01795.065

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Graham from Catharine S.M. Gregorie dated May 23, 1816. Pertains to her friend's illness, her son's friends being killed in battle, and updates of her son, David.

GLC01795.066