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[Labor Day Address by the President of the United States, 1942]

One congressional record entitled, "Labor Day Address by the President of the United States." Item was printed in the congressional record on September 10, 1942. Gives profile of Lieutenant John James Powers from the United States Navy for his...

GLC09698

[Progress of the War, A Message from the President of the United States, 1943]

One pamphlet entitled, "Progress of the War, A Message from the President of the United States," delivered on September 17, 1943, updating Congress on military efforts in Europe after their two month break.

GLC09699

[Fourth Inaugural Address of Franklin D. Roosevelt, 1945]

One pamphlet dated January 20, 1945 entitled, "Fourth Inaugural Address of Franklin D. Roosevelt." Invocation delivered by Reverend Angus Dun, a bishop of the Protestant Episcopal. Benediction delivered by Reverend Monsignor John A. Ryan, director of...

GLC09700

Third Inaugural Address of Franklin D. Roosevelt

One pamphlet dated January 20, 1941, entitled, "Third Inaugural Address of Franklin D. Roosevelt." Speech is related to the status of democracy in the United States. Alludes to symbolism of the nation as similar to a human body.

GLC09701

The Pathway to Peace as Told by Franklin Delano Roosevelt more than a year ago in His Message to Congress on December 8th 1941 and His Radio Address to the People of the United States of American on December 9th 1941.

One book titled "The Pathway to Peace" published by The Maple Press Company, dated 1942. The book contains reprintings of two addresses by President Franklin Roosevelt. The first is his address to Congress on December 8, 1941, the day following the...

GLC09702

to Emmet Hughes

One typed letter signed written by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, December 10, 1953 addressed to Emmet J. Hughes. Eisenhower has sent a reply citing vulnerabilities in his administration.

GLC09704

[Collection of items related to presidential inauguration ceremonies, 1929-2009][Decimalized .01-.13]

Collection of 13 items related to presidential inauguration ceremonies dated 1929-2009. Consists of programs and invitations to inauguration ceremonies. Presidential inaugurations included in the collection are those of Presidents Herbert Hoover...

GLC09705

Fight the Red Menace: The Children's Crusade Against Communism Trading Cards; 23. Ghost City

One trading card from the Red Menace collection, "23. Ghost City" illustrates a looming Grim Reaper figure amidst a destructed metropolis. The reverse side contains a propaganda narrative regarding the after-effects of an atomic attack on a "great...

GLC09706

[Middle Passage iron bilboes, 18th century]

One set of middle passage iron bilboes, circa 1680-1800. Item is an iron restraint for ankles or wrists used on slave ships to fasten two enslaved people to each other. Consist of an iron bar running through two c-shaped cuffs. One end of the rod has...

GLC09707

to John M. Pemberton

One letter dated Wednesday, November 13, 1957 from Kay Pemberton to her husband, John M. Pemberton. Needs address to send mail to him directly which Major Richardson has not given her yet. Describes watching his plane take off and wishing that it had...

GLC09609.01

to John M. Pemberton

One letter dated Thursday, November 21, 1957 from Kay Pemberton to her husband, John M. Pemberton. Expresses her excitement at receiving a phone call from him. Describes interaction with friends and neighbors, shopping and purchasing a winter coat...

GLC09609.06

to John M. Pemberton

One letter dated Okinawa, November 20, 1957, addressed to his wife, Kay Pemberton. Writes about typhoon "Lola" missing them, a storm that carried winds travelling up to 225 mph, encountering Colonel Timmons, an old acquaintance from Hong Kong...

GLC09609.07

to John M. Pemberton

One letter dated Thursday, November 23, 1957 from Kay Pemberton to her husband, John M. Pemberton. Thanking him for three phone calls she received from him which contributed to her joyful mood. Notifies him that he will likely be stationed out longer...

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to Kay Pemberton

One letter dated Okinawa, November 23, 1957, to his wife, Kay Pemberton. Describes a theft that took place in his room on a night he and his roommates were out drinking. Also mentions people shopping at the postal exchange before Christmas.

GLC09609.10

to John M. Pemberton

One letter dated Sunday, November 24, 1957, from Kay Pemberton to her husband, John M. Pemberton. Describes her social life and personal time at home. Expresses excitement that he would be home in eleven days. Details how she spends her days watching...

GLC09609.11

to Kay Pemberton

One letter dated Sunday, November 30, 1957, to Kay Pemberton from her husband, John M. Pemberton. Details base responsibilities; taking down the temporary sites and moving it for long amounts of time. Expresses excitement regarding returning home...

GLC09609.12

[Franklin D. Roosevelt on Citizenship]

This poster features a quote of Franklin Delano Roosevelt from February 3rd 1943. He discusses citizenship, in red it reads, "Americanism is not, and never was, a matter of race or ancestry." The poster also has an image of an eagle holding the flag...

GLC09653.03.02

Americans! Share the Meat

One poster entitled "Americans! Share the Meat," dated 1942. Pertains to meat rations during World War II. Poster contains list of civilians needing to limit their meat consumption to 2 1/2 pounds. Commissioned by the Food Requirement Committee...

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[Hindenburg autographs]

Autograph of a passenger and crew member who was aboard the zeppelin when it crashed in 1937; undated signature belonged to steward Alfred Groetzinger with one signature written with greeting, "Deiner Freund" meaning "Your Friend."

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[Hindenburg autographs]

Autograph of a passenger and crew member who was aboard the zeppelin when it crashed in 1937; undated signature belonged to steward Alfred Groetzinger; one signature written with greeting, "Herzlicke Grusse" meaning "Warm regards."

GLC09678.02.02

[Hindenburg autographs]

Autograph of a passenger aboard the zeppelin when it crashed in 1937; George Hirschfeld (one clipped signature) with a written greeting, "Viele Grusse" meaning "Many Greetings."

GLC09678.02.03

to "Helena"

One letter written from Okinawa, Ryuku Islands, June 10, 1945, to "Helena," regarding arrving to camp to rest after a muddy trek. Describes malnourished condition of civilians that he and his troop found hiding in a cave and the aid the soldiers...

GLC09689.01

to "Helena" from "Unk"

One letter dated Visayas, P.I., August 7, 1945, to his sister, Helena. Signed by "Unk." Describes going to see the USO stage show of "Oklahoma" as delightful. Mentions that there is an atomic bomb being used on Japan that will have "such good results...

GLC09689.02

to Helen Millet

One letter addressed to Helen Millet, "Rocky Hill Ranch," Norton Hill, New York, dated August 14, 1945, from Sgt. C. Ratsch, regarding the end of World War II. News was learned from Domei News Agency and a Thanksgiving service would be held Friday...

GLC09689.03

[Middle Passage iron bilboes or leg irons, late 17th or 18th century]

One set of middle passage iron bilboes, circa 1680-1800. Item is an iron restraint for ankles or wrists used on slave ships to fasten two enslaved people to each other. Consist of an iron bar running through two c-shaped cuffs. One end of the rod has...

GLC09708