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to my dear mother

He describes a brief trip. The location is illegible but it is somewhere in France. They rode back by automobile.

GLC02679.36

The Literary Digest [Vol. 98, No. 12 (September 22, 1928)]

One printing of The Literary Digest dated September 22, 1928. Front cover contains an image of 'Dry Land Harvest' painted by J. Leo Fairbanks. Image is of farmers plowing hay. Headline on cover reads, "First Returns in Mammoth Presidential Poll of 19...

GLC10083

A Short Negro History of Flint

One pamphlet entitled, "A Short Negro History of Flint," written by Melvin E. Banner dated 1964. Pertains to the history of Flint, Michigan and its autoindustry employees including sections divided by notable African American residents from Flint...

GLC10053

Vietnam War letters written by Gerald Handy [Decimalized .01-.46]

Forty-seven letters from Gerald Handy to his girlfriend Donna Lawyer and her parents Mary Lawyer and Donald Lawyer. Letters are addressed as if the two were already married but multiple letters mention them getting married when he returns to the...

GLC09908

to Mary Lawyer

One letter from Gerald Handy to Mary Lawyer dated December 24, 1968. Handy addresses her as his mother-in-law and writes that he is switching positions again possibly to captain Jeep driver. He inquires if Frank had been around visiting Donna. He...

GLC09908.05

to Mary Lawyer and Donald Lawyer

One letter from Gerald Handy to Mary and Donald Lawyer dated January 30, 1968. Handy addresses them as his mother-in-law and father-in-law and writes that he misses Donna. He later mentions that he doesn't want to wait till he's out of the service to...

GLC09908.09

to Donna Lawyer

One letter from Gerald Handy to Donna Lawyer dated April 6, 1969. He writes how much he loves her and wants to marry her. He also updates Donna on some of their friends. He mentions the Camaro that he wants when he gets home and comments that it is...

GLC09908.24

to Mary Lawyer and Donald Lawyer

One letter from Gerald Handy to Mary and Donald Lawyer dated April 12, 1969. He writes to his addressing them as Mom and Dad. Updates them on his recent service working on trucks and promises to send pictures.

GLC09908.26

to Mary Lawyer and Donald Lawyer

One letter from Gerald Handy to Mary and Donald Lawyer dated April 20, 1969. He writes addressing them as Mom and Dad. Updates them on his recent service and on a friend paying him back from a loan. He also mentions going back to Vietnam but in a...

GLC09908.28

to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated June 3, 1944. Mentions buying a new pen and inquires about the pen that his parents recently purchased. Also mentions selling his car and how high the price...

GLC09611.328

to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated June 19, 1944. She is answering the June 10th and June 12th letters Leonard sent. Mentions meeting a veteran Mr. Brooks, who was stationed in the South...

GLC09611.333

to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated March 30, 1945. He received the Easter card and pictures from them. Also received letters from Viola, the Weavers, Marguerite Graeff, Mary, Dottie Erickson...

GLC09611.414

bill for R.C. Bruce

specialists in cadillac cars

GLC09400.609

auto repair bill for R.C. Bruce

GLC09400.616

auto bill for R.C. Bruce

GLC09400.622

The New York Herald [No. 23,957 (March 27, 1902)]

One issue of The New York Herald dated March 27, 1902. Issue contains ads and public notices. Some articles of note are; the announcement of the death of Cecil Rhodes, German citizens leaving their homes as a result of harsh taxes, multiple articles...

GLC09791.29

The James Basker and Angela Vallot Family Archive [Decimalized .01-.35]

A collection of material related to abolition in the United States as well as in England. Contains engravings, and newspapers.

GLC09791

to Estelle Spero

Diamond informs Estelle that he has just received an $100 clothing allowance check.

GLC09120.172

to Estelle Spero

Diamond describes the ways in which "his" trucks must be cared for.

GLC09120.173

to Estelle Spero

Diamond writes that he has just returned from a lesson teaching him how to drive a two and a half ton truck. He proceeds to describe Leesville as the typical small army town, with the number of soldiers exceeding that of local civilians tremendously...

GLC09120.220

to Estelle Spero

Diamond informs Estelle that they had "lost" two more men that week due to the high expectations of the program. He then describes his morning - a two-hour long film on motor transportation followed by a one-hour test on the material contained in...

GLC09120.121

to Estelle Spero

Diamond informs Estelle that he has just been made motor officer of the company, and explains what this position entails

GLC09120.148

to Estelle Spero

Diamond describes to Estelle the process of learning how to drive a jeep. He discusses the various examinations that are due to take place in the camp, and the general feeling of confusion that exists.

GLC09120.153

to Estelle Spero

Diamond expresses his distress at having been asked to chaperone the soldiers' Christmas Eve party. He again describes his attempts at learning how to drive a jeep.

GLC09120.157

Where JBM Rocket Engines are Tested

One wirephoto released by International News Photos dated May 21, 1957. Shows seven cars parked around a fully lit tower. The press release attached to the photo reports that the tower is the site for ballistic missile testing and analyzing. The...

GLC09677.31

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thanks Sylvia for the picture of Mad and Ben and Daniel. He also reacts to the news of Ben selling his car, and asks Sylvia to have Alvin take some pictures of her to send to him.

GLC09414.1458

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that they have lifted the censorship for the time being and he can write a little more freely. He says he has started playing gin rummy again, and discusses the ongoing problems with the car.

GLC09414.1472

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he bought a new camera. Now that restrictions on tires have been lifted, encouraged Sylvia to scout around for some new ones. He also notes the beginning of Rosh Hashanah. Written at Camp Boston

GLC09414.1492

listing of service stations throughout US

A card that lists service stations in the US and in Canada.

GLC09414.1607

to Sylvia Weiner

A short note from Hy, he writes that he received a card saying his wife had been killed in an auto crash. He says he can now see what a jack-ass he's been.

GLC09414.1685

to Sylvia and Moe Weiner

Madeline writes that she contacted the telephone company and explained the past due bills, the company agreed to wait until they returned. She also reports that she cleaned the garage and rearranged the bedroom. Madeline provides a drawing of the new...

GLC09414.1690

[Collection of wire photographs, 1952-1963] [Decimalized .01 - .88]

76 wire photos with 8 larger wire photos, many with International News Photos handstamps and/or typed dated descriptions affixed on verso. Most dated 1952-1963.

GLC09677

[Collection of photographs related to African American life, 1918-1980] [Decimalized .01-.11]

Collection of photographs related to African American life dated approximately 1918-1980. Consists of 11 photographs that depict people captured in recreation, fulfilling agricultural work, at social clubs and portraits.

GLC09724

Open Nash and Mr. Charlie Jones

One undated sepia toned photograph of an African American man posing in front of a car. Writing on the side of the photograph reads, "Open Nash & Mr. Charlie Jones."

GLC09724.04

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia writes that everyone is snowed in and the car is frozen as well.

GLC09414.0497

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about the difficulty of getting to work on time, an visited Mad and Ben. Sylvia also had to get a new license for the car.

GLC09414.0510

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia arrived late to work today because a neighbor drove her to the station and went very slow.

GLC09414.0594

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia took the car to a mechanic. She also had dinner with Mad and Bess.

GLC09414.0648

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia says the car needs more work. She also mentions that Adele gave her "the most gorgeous dress I've ever owned."

GLC09414.0653

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reminds Sylvia to write to Benoit. He also speculates on how long the next bivouac will last and reminds her about the car insurance.

GLC09414.0703

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe finally received some letters from Sylvia. He writes that Frank and Harry didn't get a promotion. He also notes that Frank's family was glad to receive her call, and that Joe and Abe send their thanks and plan to write her a letter. He also...

GLC09414.0750

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes the quiet days he has been having and refers to the gas crisis and tells Sylvia to make sure she's there to get her share, he mentions that the garage man gets some gas. He also describes the service club.

GLC09414.0762

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe agrees with Sylvia that Sid's asking for a gas coupon is wrong and doesn't believe in messing with rationing in order to get more than your share. He says her report on the 49th front is a mess, and bets the screens and door are still full of...

GLC09414.0775

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's letters. He discusses the fact that Ben has not been transferred to sea duty yet. He thinks it funny that she assumed he would be sea sick on the way over. He thinks Sammy B. must be getting money from somewhere as he is...

GLC09414.0806

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his trip to London in detail. He visited Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London and other popular tourist destinations. He writes that their cars are smaller but the seats are more comfortable. He will respond to Sylvia's letters later.

GLC09414.0825

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received a letter from Lilian and was reminded of her anniversary as well. He writes that he also received letters from Sylvia and they helped the weekend pass. He notes that she must have worked on the car for four hours.

GLC09414.0833

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe tried Chinese food in England and said it wasn't very good, but this may be because it was late. He tells Sylvia he does not need any v-mail because the army supplies all he needs. He is concerned about what the mechanic told her about the car...

GLC09414.0903

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe heard that Jay still doesn't know when or if he'll be needed in the Navy. He is happy to hear the Ration Board gave Sylvia 65 gallons of gas. He mentions reading an article he enjoyed about liberals and their function in society.

GLC09414.1095

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is very grateful for Jack's company and calls him swell. He jokes that the girls he took out before Sylvia got Broadway shows while she got only movies. He discusses the ongoing problems with the car.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says the laundress he and Jack use has been overcharging them. He also says it is a terrible thing her father is going through, and asks if Hy has finished working on the car radio.

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