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to Owen Horsfall

Describes how they are prone to get winter mail in June. States he will supervise work on the water pipe line, which will be 1600 feet long, but is not confident. [continued on 5/10] Regrets he did not leave in the fall and go into real estate....

GLC05245.52

to Owen Horsfall

Horsfall apologizes to his son Owen for not writing sooner. Writes that he enjoys the work and outdoors, stating "I have felt even better than usual, tho' nothing seems to ail me at any time." Relates that "Dr. Cannon and his Chief Lieutenant had a...

GLC05245.53

to Owen Horsfall

Nichols is writing for Owen's Father saying that clothes he is sending to his father should wait for Spring, and not to send it over the land during winter since it will take too long. Also that he will be dissapointed not to be able to write but the...

GLC05245.54

to John Franklin

Writes to his brother regarding an unscrupulous blackmith and the ensuing trouble from his shoddy handiwork. Asks his brother to tarnish the smith's name. Franklin ends with a pun on the smith's supposed regard for the 8th Commandment: "Thou shalt...

GLC05267

[Explaining why Quakers refuse to pay a fee for their pacifism]

Quakers explaining why they refuse to pay a fee to the government for their pacifism.

GLC05326

to Charles P. Leverich

Discusses molasses and sugar sales. Instructs Leverich, a financial agent, to forward a letter to Mary Linton, who will return from Europe in March. Notes that Linton's funds are in Leverich's hands, and he should let her have them if she needs...

GLC05339.02

to unknown

Instructs the recipient to direct future correspondence by way of New Orleans. Predicts a separation between the Northern and Southern Presbyterian church and a separation in the Methodist church. Writes, "I really think the union cannot hang...

GLC05339.03

Declaration of sentiments of the colored citizens of Boston, on the fugitive slave bill!!!

African American citizens of Boston respond to the Fugitive Slave Law. Published by the "Friends of Freedom." Signed in print by Lewis Hayden as President of the Friends of Freedom and William C. Nell as Secretary. Also includes another text block at...

GLC05345

[Introductory address to American Society for Promotion of National Unity]

Morse, president of the society, introduces Rabbi Morris Jacob Raphall. Discusses "Whether Slavery, or the condition of being held in subjection to the will of another, is a divine institution, sanctioned by laws & commands, and regulated from the...

GLC05350

Atoka First Baptist Church.

White frame church with congregation in front. Small piano and woman in wheel chair are seen to the right of the group. Penciled notation on verso: "Atoka - First Baptist Church. It was here Mr. & Mrs. Michael Conlan were married Nov. 6, 1894....

GLC05475.11

[Description of a note from General Ulysses S. Grant]

General Eaton describes a note given to him by General Ulysses S. Grant (see GLC05485.02.01). States that Grant's note was written at Mt. McGregor, Wilton, New York. Asserts that General Grant handed him the note after they witnessed a sermon by D...

GLC05485.02.02

[Collection of 8 documents related to Mormonism is Utah. Decimalized.]

GLC05493

to his mother and sisters

Written while at a stop near Devils Gate while traveling east to Bluff City, Tennessee from Utah with a wagon train. Discusses various aspects of travel, camp, and life on the trail. Describes the perils of river crossings, particularly the...

GLC05493.01

to Samuel Russell

Three letters on one sheet from Sallie Russell, Belle Russell, and Pennie Russell to their brother, who had left Salt Lake City on the overland trail. Sallie provides family news. She also discusses the force amassing to confront the Morrisites (a...

GLC05493.02

to her sister

Written to her sister in the Mormon church, not by blood. Discusses family news and her desire to move to Utah. She lacks the means to make the journey and asks if money could be sent to her. She comments: "I hear Brigham Young is the wealthiest...

GLC05493.04

to her sister

Discusses family news. Describes the actions of outlaws in the old west, particularly the actions of a man named John Holiday (not the infamous Doc Holiday).

GLC05493.05

to Joe

Carpenter is happy to be back in Salt Lake. Cannot send money because he has been out of work and in debt for so long. Carpenter is now working in a dry foods department. Discusses various friends and relationships, his separation from the Mormon...

GLC05493.06

to Son Joseph

Comments on recent changes in the Mormon church, lamenting that all Mormons have given up beliefs and practices to win favor with the world. People have put seeking money before seeking God. Discusses Mormon principles and his unwavering beliefs.

GLC05493.07

[Samuel Russell, Letter Book].

Copybook of outgoing correspondence contains twenty letters to newspapers and individuals defending the Mormon faith. Topics include politics, anti-polygamy legislation, Church affairs, railroad right of way. Several were written and published (per...

GLC05493.08

[Mississippi cotton plantation diary and journal]

Signed in inner front cover in August 1850, where English notes that his father, James English, moved from Kingsport, Tennessee to Madison County, Alabama in 1818. Records that James took him, and left his sister in Salem, North Carolina, and his...

GLC05496

[Collection of documents relating to religion and spirituality. See decimalized entries.]

GLC05508

to Joseph Lord

Cotton writes from Charleston, South Carolina, where he had been called in 1698, to Joseph Lord, a minister at Dorchester, South Carolina. Lord had sailed to South Carolina with Cotton in November 1698. Speaks of mutual acquaintances in Charleston...

GLC05508.002

to Jane Mecom

Written to his sister concerning various matters, including stories of the threatened loss of his position as colonial postmaster, the difficulties he faces for expressing his political opinions, and sending some books Jane had asked for. Franklin...

GLC05508.003

to Mary P. Payson

Jackson sends Miss Payson a sentiment: "Seek true wisdom[:] it is the pearl of 'great price' which cheers us thro' life, and ends in happy mortality." One black and white bust engraving of Jackson included.

GLC05508.005

to his uncle

A heartfelt letter noting the spiritual guidance that Jackson's uncle gave to Jackson's now deceased wife, Ellie. Jackson expresses thanks for his uncle's condolence after her passing. He discusses his sadness and changed outlook on life. Jackson...

GLC05508.006

to Richard Waldron

Pepperell reports his daughter and grandson very ill. He also mentions business matters.

GLC05508.009

to George L. Rihl

Rihl resided around Mexico City. Rickenbacker reflects on the state of the country during the Christmas season. He sees Americans' hatred of Germans and Japanese, cultivated during WWII, being transferred to fellow citizens in post-war America...

GLC05508.010.01

to George L. Rihl

Rickenbacker sees an "alien philosophy" of wanting "something for nothing" as infiltrating American society. He argues that the people are to blame, not the government or so-called rich. He sees bankruptcy as the result, unless everyone orients...

GLC05508.010.02

to Polly Stockton

On the second anniversary of his recovery from illness, Rush thanks his sister for nursing him. His illness left him with strong ideas of the vanity of wealth, the evil of Sin, etc. He continues by talking about his delight in reading John Wesley's...

GLC05508.011

to Mr. Davidson

Abbott, a Congregational cleric, clergyman, and author, writes to Davidson, possibly a clergyman in an obscure pastorate. Abbott praises the "quiet work" individually undertaken by "many great men" in an effort to bring about a "new rational faith."...

GLC05508.015

to Jedidiah Morse

Adams thanks Morse for his pamphlet "American Unitarianism" (Review of American Unitarianism, published in 1815), but comments that he heard the doctrines maintained 65 years ago by a number of ministers. Adams resists what he perceives as Morse's...

GLC05508.016

[Rich is the life which seeks a noble end].

A poem about helping others. The selfless person "wins Heaven's approval, gains true success."

GLC05508.018

[Service to others...]

Ali writes, "Service to others is the rent we pay for a room in HEAVEN." Quotation written "To Bobby," signed with a smiley face. Ali has also signed his portrait printed in the accompanying program (GLC05508.019.02).

GLC05508.019.01

A Christmas Eve Prayer from Lunar Orbit (Apollo 8 Astronauts)

A printed commemorative document quoting William Anders, Jim Lovell, and Frank Borman reading a prayer and the first 8 verses of Genesis as they approached the Lunar sunrise aboard Apollo 8, 24 December 1968. Includes their portraits. Also includes...

GLC05508.021

to Mr. Gaskell

The Bishop of Armagh discusses a series of questions and answers on science and religion, the nature of God, and the creation and Christ. He mentions that the purpose of his book, "God in Science," is to answer the modern theological question about...

GLC05508.022

to Mr. Wilson

Astor cannot choose a favorite poet; she starts by listing several: Browning, Keats, Kipling, Poe, and Longfellow. Her favorite book to read is the Bible.

GLC05508.023

to Kregg Sanders

Atkins writes to Sanders from prison while serving time for her part in the Tate-LaBianca murders committed while a member of the Manson family. She discusses making a birthday present for her sister-in-law, her typewriter, a new sewing project, and...

GLC05508.024.01

to Kregg Sanders

Atkins writes to Sanders from prison while serving time for her part in the Tate-LaBianca murders committed while a member of the Manson family. Atkins continues a previous letter (GLC05508.024.01), commenting that she feels a connection with her...

GLC05508.024.02

to Kregg Sanders

Atkins writes to Sanders from prison while serving time for her part in the Tate-LaBianca murders committed while a member of the Manson family. Atkins thanks Sanders for the story of his adventure getting her book, considering it "one of those cool...

GLC05508.024.03

Child of Satan, Child of God

Paperback copy of Atkins' book and book plate.

GLC05508.024.04

Between You and Me [inscribed to Lena Horne]

Inscribed to singer Lena Horne on the title page: "My darling, beautiful sister -- Keep a firm, loose arm -- and know that God is ever present -- You are His -- nothing is more important[.] I love you[.] Sister Pearl --"

GLC05508.026

to John Buchanan

Answering questions asked in a previous letter, Barbieri identifies Walt Disney as the greatest contributor to a "World of Peace." The themes in Disney's films "link together children, youth and adults of the whole world by showing the virtues which...

GLC05508.027

Onward, Christian Soldiers

All five stanzas of this hymn, bound in a red morocco binding.

GLC05508.028

One Life. Part I. The Great Karoo

Barnard recounts an anecdote from his childhood about the first time he doubted God's ability to handle all of mankind's imperfections. He describes assisting his mother play the organ during church and the minister's sermon on sin.

GLC05508.029

to Dr. Davenport

A short, odd, breezy letter, Barnum promises a humorous lecture, possibly to a religious group. He also remarks on the virtues of being "practically useful to our fellow man," indicating that he would trade some of his faith for a stack of good works...

GLC05508.030.01

America

Also known as "America the Beautiful," Bates' lyrics begin "O beautiful for spacious skies..." Four stanzas, carbon printed.

GLC05508.031

to Lee T. Tuttle

Cardinal Bea writes about his experience with the Delegated Observers after the close of the first period of the Second Vatican Council. The purpose of the gathering was to develop more understanding between different Christian sects.

GLC05508.032

to Irene Lambert

Ben-Gurion discusses his contribution to Jewish religion through helping Jews to live in Israel. He also states that the best way to preserve Jewishness in the Diaspora is through "Hebrew education" and "Building Israel." He concludes, "My advice to...

GLC05508.033

[Excerpt from Cardinal Joseph Bernardin's address at Seattle University on March 2, 1986].

In an address at Seattle University, Cardinal Bernardin, Archbishop of Chicago, explains how the consistent ethic "highlights both the systematic and anological character of Catholic moral theology." Accompanied by small Bachrach photograph of...

GLC05508.034.01

[Photograph of Cardinal Joseph Bernardin].

Small Bachrach photograph of Cardinal Bernardin that accompanied an excerpt from his speech given at Seattle University.

GLC05508.034.02