circa August 1943

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports the she went to work and then shopping. Had dinner with a woman who didn't go to see her husband on the west coast as Sylvia did. Talking with her made Sylvia glad she made the trip. Talks about not feeling well, and about her sister meeting his cousin strolling his baby.

GLC09414.0081

20 August 1943

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia has been home a week from visiting Moe on the west coast, but has fond memories. Comments on his being inspected for chemical warfare, worries that means he will be shipped overseas. She reminisces about all of the things they did when they were at Camp Lewis together.

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circa August 1943

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Typed letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia is back at work after five weeks spent with him at Camp Lewis. Nothing was solved at the Department of Welfare in her absence; but she is glad to be back in the old routine. Says her Victory Garden is flourishing.

GLC09414.0083

circa August 1943

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia has just finished supper. Tells Moe about a Captain who had once been a member of the Republican Party and was investigated by the FBI who asked him: "Have you been a member [of the communist party]." The Captain turned the tables on the FBI man and asked him the same question, and asked him for his identification papers as well.

GLC09414.0086

23 August 1943

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Typed letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia talks about how he liked the lipstick kiss she sent in a previous letter. Plans to go to a union meeting tonight. Her sister is on her way to being married again. Says her fiancé Ben is very nice. Discusses whether Ben or her father will pay for the divorce, as Sam, her sister's first husband will not. Discusses the problems between her sister (Mad) and her parents and herself. Reports on her brother Alvin in the army.

GLC09414.0087

22 August 1943

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia says she and some girl friends are having a meeting of "The Lonely Hearts Club." She is happy the weekend is over, because it is better to be occupied at work. Talks about her family and what they are doing, and makes comments to him in Yiddish.

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24 August 1943

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Typed letter

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia got home from work and had dinner. Her mother called and told her a mine had washed up at Brighton [Beach, Brooklyn] and everyone was chased off the beach. Then the Navy, Coast Guard and Police came to disable the mine.

GLC09414.0089

25 August 1943

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Typed letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia writes that she misses going to the movies with him. She went into the field for work the day before. Wants to talk with him about world events, and discusses the question of Litvinov being recalled.

GLC09414.0090

26 August 1943

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Typed letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia doesn't know how to fill out the gasoline rationing application she just received in the mail; because she has been away and had not used her allotted gasoline. Mentions tax problems for 1942. Has a union meeting during her lunch hour.

GLC09414.0091

28 August 1943

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia comments on Moe having new orders by the end of the month, and that she is prepared for anything. It was lovely weather and she worked in the garden and played charades after supper. Then played some Bing Crosby records.

GLC09414.0093

30 August 1943

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Typed letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Written at the office. Sylvia says she went to an M.D. on President Street [Brooklyn] because she had a bladder infection. Thanks Moe for the books and pictures he sent her.

GLC09414.0094

30 August 1943

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Written 9:30 PM at home by the radio. Sylvia had a special lunch at work because the Administrator is leaving. Afterwards went in the field and then to the M.D.; who says she is alright. Talks about friends and that her sister (Mad) needs to go to Florida for her divorce; but is afraid to do so.

GLC09414.0095

31 August 1943

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Typed letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Written on City of New York-Department of Welfare stationery. Sylvia talks about the problems colleagues are having determining the needs of families who have boys in the service. Has heard from her brother Alvin and he thinks that he will be accepted as a pilot. At end of letter Sylvia made a drawing of her activities of the day and Moe's situation at Camp [Lewis].

GLC09414.0096

1 September 1943

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Typed letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports on visits with friends. She was able to get 3 gallons of gasoline, after much pleading. Had to drive over to the OPA office to convert her gas ration coupons.

GLC09414.0097

February 22, 1944

Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia has had a conversation with Eddie about mail not coming regularly... worries about bombings

GLC09414.0171

circa 1783-1784

Gregorie, Catharine S.M., 1765-1821

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mama

One undated letter addressed to Catharine Macaulay from Catharine S.M. Gregorie. She acknowledges her mother's plan to go abroad against her wishes, and is anxious to be made aware of plans. She comments on Madame Genlis's work on education.

GLC01795.001

circa 1783-1784

Gregorie, Catharine S.M., 1765-1821

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mama

One letter addressed to Catharine Macaulay from Catharine S.M. Gregorie. She requests more letters and more news from her mother. She mentions hoop and curtain makers and other updates.

GLC01795.002

circa 1783-1784

Gregorie, Catharine S.M., 1765-1821

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mama

One letter addressed to Catharine Macaulay from Catharine S.M. Gregorie. She was delighted to hear of her mother's successful theatrical expedition in such poor weather. She reports the progress of her reading.

GLC01795.003

circa 1783-1784

Gregorie, Catharine S.M., 1765-1821

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mama

One letter addressed to Catharine Macaulay from Catharine S.M. Gregorie. She refers to a note from Miss Olivia Young. She mentions the two instruments that the Miss Herons play. She continues to attempt to persuade her not to leave England.

GLC01795.004

May 31, 1784

Gregorie, Catharine S.M., 1765-1821

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mama

One letter addressed to Catharine Macaulay from Catharine S.M. Gregorie. She writes as her mother is at sea on her way to America. She includes a message in French from Mr. Warville. She reports the latest political news, including the latest at the polls, particularly of Charles James Fox.

GLC01795.005

July 2, 1784

Gregorie, Catharine S.M., 1765-1821

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mama

One letter addressed to Catharine Macaulay from Catharine S.M. Gregorie dated July 2, 1784. She expresses concern for her mother's health while at sea. She reports political news: taxes will be raised to make up for deficiencies. She requests an order entitling her to care for her mother's business in her absence.

GLC01795.006

July 29, 1784

Gregorie, Catharine S.M., 1765-1821

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mama

One letter addressed to Catharine Macaulay from Catharine S.M. Gregorie dated July 29, 1784. She comments on her recent visit to the Greenwich Hospital as a place of British pride, and hopes that with her she will not forget England when she travels to America.

GLC01795.007

August 30, 1784

Gregorie, Catharine S.M., 1765-1821

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mama

One letter addressed to Catharine Macaulay from Catharine S.M. Gregoire dated August 30, 1784. She is staying with Mrs. Gregoire and expresses admiration for her. Expresses that she has improved her manners in her mother's absence.

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October 4, 1784

Gregorie, Catharine S.M., 1765-1821

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mama

One letter addressed to Catharine Macaulay from Catharine S.M. Gregorie dated October 4, 1784. Pertains to her mother arriving in America, retrieving items she requested, and reminding her mother that it was her birthday.

GLC01795.009

December 1, 1784

Gregoire, Catharine S., 1764-1821

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mama

One letter addressed to Catharine Macaulay from Catharine S. Macaulay dated December 1, 1784. She reports the payment of 250 pounds on a Scottish mortgage. She enquires whether balloons have yet become fashionable amusements in America for travel.

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