1942

War Production Board, Bureau of Industrial Conservation

Poster

Title: Win With Tin

This poster features four pictures with captions separated by orange lines. The topic is saving tin cans, and the images walk you through the steps. The steps are to soak off the label and clean the can well, cut off both ends and flatten the can, store the ends within the flattened can, and give in bulk to an authorized collector. This poster has the number O-496069 on the bottom center.

GLC09653.04

1941

Division of Information, Office for Emergency Management

Poster

Title: America Calling

This poster features the Civilian Defense logo in the center and says "America Calling Take your place in Civilian Defense Consult your Nearest Defense Council." This poster has the number O-423671 on the bottom corner.

GLC09653.05

February 19, 1943

Division of Public Inquiries, Office of War Information

Poster

Title: Brotherhood Week

This poster features a quote from Franklin D. Roosevelt concerning the spirit of brotherhood. The quote reads, "We are fighting for the right of men to live together as members of one family rather than as masters and slaves. We are fighting that the spirit of brotherhood which we prize in this country may be practiced here and by free men everywhere. It is our promise to extend such brotherhood earthwide which gives hope to all the world. The war makes the appeal of Brotherhood Week stronger than ever." This poster is OWI poster No. 33, and has the number 505560-O-GPO. Brotherhood week took…

GLC09653.06

1943

United States. Office of War Information. Division of Public Inquiries.

Poster

Title: The Atlantic Charter

All-lettered poster in black & white. Text of the Atlantic Charter of August 14, 1941, signed by Franklin D. Roosevelt and Winston Churchill. Title and heading at top. Two columns of text below in italics.

GLC09653.07

1814

Thomas, Moses, fl. 1813-1819

Magazine

Title: The Analectic Magazine, containing Selections from Foreign Reviews and Magazines, of such Articles as are most valuable, curious, or entertaining.

This is a bound volume of a monthly magazine called the Analectic Magazine. Each issue contains reviews, original works, and poetry. Some issues contain domestic or foreign literary, or scientific information. The first printing of the Star - Spangled Banner is found on page 433, and contains the four verses. The inside front cover of the book has a book plate with the name of Justin Turner, and a image of Lincoln Jefferson and Washington on top of a copy of the declaration. There is also written on the end papers in the front of the book "Lawson S Watts Oct- 1842 Skip Wales No 3 Amanuensis…

GLC09661

11 September 1895

Manchester, Marietta, fl. 1895-1896

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Mother and Father

This letter written on Japanese scroll paper is concerning Manchester's travels. She mentions seeing the Aleutian Islands after many days at sea, and says a few days later they started to see the coast of Japan. She mentions many volcanos and says she was told that they do not worry about earthquakes when there is smoke. She also describes the "natives" who row out to the boats to help with bringing in cargo as there are no wharves in Japan. Manchester says the Japanese wear little clothes and it shocked them all, but they got used to seeing it. She went to Yokohama for the day and thought…

GLC09585.01

12 September 1895

Manchester, Marietta, fl. 1895-1896

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Wallace and Clara

This letter written on Japanese scroll paper is concerning Manchester's travels. In this letter Manchester writes about her journey to Japan and along the coast. She mentions seeing whales and porpoise. She mentions the native's lack of clothing, and says it is a common sight for children to be running around naked. She also mentions the Dr. telling her to stay out of the sun as it grows hotter for fear of sunstroke. She discusses their stay at Kobe, and says there is a longer description in a letter home, and to get Pa to let her read it. (GLC09585.01) she also mentions learning about…

GLC09585.02

6-7 March 1896

Manchester, Marietta, fl. 1895-1896

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Father

This letter written on Japanese scroll paper is concerning Manchester's new post in China. She writes that she is on her way to her house in Chang Shan in Cheh Kiang Province in the south eastern part of China. She thought it would take two weeks but it is more like 5 weeks of travel. She describes a Chinese man that is helping the group get to their place and mentions that he watches their stuff and is quite nice. She describes the Chinese families along the road and how they live. She was astounded by the amount of boasts and activity when she first arrived. She mentions that she should be…

GLC09585.03

circa 1901

Autograph note

Title: [Note]

A short note that accompanied GLC09585.01-.03. The note states "Letters written home by Aunt Marrietta Manchester killed by Chinese at Boxer Rebellion at China. Saxton Manchester's sister."

GLC09585.04

circa 1944-1945

Photograph

Title: Photograph of the 969th Field Artillery Battalion in uniform

This is a photograph of 83 members of the 969th Field Artillery Battalion. They are standing in rows with 13 sitting on the ground in front with 6 men reclining in front of them. There is a sign that reads Headquarters Battery 969 F and features 2 cannons crossed on the bottom. There are four offices in the first standing row towards the center.

GLC09591.13

31 August 1937

Graeff, Susan Prowell, 1890-1967

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated August 31, 1937. Susan details going to a reunion that had good attendance, singing, and speakers. She asks Leonard to thank Jessie for a waffle recipe and a photograph. She writes that the house in the photograph looks like a very nice home. She relays that Bobby came to see Leonard and Charley and Raymond asked about him. Throughout the letter Susan mentions how tired she is and that she does not feel well.

GLC09611.001

3 October 1938

Hollis, Jessie, fl. 1932-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff, Susan Prowell Graeff, and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Jessie Hollis to Leonard Eugene Graeff, Susan Prowell Graeff, and Raymond James Graeff dated October 3, 1938. Jessie writes about Leonard's accident. She encourages him to keep his chin up and think of the other fellow who is much worse off. Jessie sent Leonard money as a graduation present since she didn't know what he wanted. She mentions that her children Robert and Addie May had scarlet fever during the summer and need to have their tonsils removed. Three of her children are all sick in bed, although they seem to be doing better. Jessie also mentions that Robert is going…

GLC09611.002

29 October 1938

Frank, fl. 1938

Autograph note signed

Title: [Note to Leonard Eugene Graeff]

One note from Frank to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated October 29, 1938. Frank writes to Leonard, "I would like to visit you but Daddy works every Sat." Written on Old Hartford Insurance Company paper.

GLC09611.003.01

29 October 1938

Frank, fl. 1938

Sketch

Title: [Sketch sent to Leonard Eugene Graeff]

A sketch of a jack-o-lantern. Labeled as "Jackolantern." Drawn with crayon, on the back of a Montgomery County Highway Department time sheet form.

GLC09611.003.02

29 October 1938

Frank, fl. 1938

Sketch

Title: [Sketch sent to Leonard Eugene Graeff]

A sketch of a black cat. Labeled "Cat." Drawn in crayon, on the back of Montgomery County Highway Department time sheet form.

GLC09611.003.03

14 December 1938

Hollis, Jessie, fl. 1932-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Jessie Hollis to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated December 14, 1938. Jessie writes to Leonard and is glad he is feeling better after his accident. She updates him on Robert's tonsils and adenoids removal and remarks the children are still recoving from scarlet fever. Jessie reminds Leonard that Robert turned six years old last week and received a bike. Lastly she mentions Dennis and Addie May are doing well, and that Addie also has bad tonsils but isn't sure when they will have them removed. She mentions that Christmas is coming soon but she hasn't done anything for it yet.

GLC09611.004

January 28, 1939

Hollis, Jessie, fl. 1932-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Jessie Hollis to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated January 28, 1939. Jessie writes Leonard it is fine for him to visit next week. He can get a ride with Hollis who should be getting out of work around 5 pm. She requests Leonard bring "some good sausage and scrapple from York Co."

GLC09611.005

7 March 1939

Hollis, Robert, fl. 1932-1944

Sketch

Title: [Sketch to Leonard Eugene Graeff]

One sketch signed Robert dated March 7, 1939. A sketch of the Rocky Mountains with compass points. The second side of the letter has a smiley face. Drawn in pencil. Labeled "Intriguing" and signed "Robert" in Jessie Hollis handwriting.

GLC09611.006

2 March 1939

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry Workmen's Comp.

Typed document signed

Title: Referee's Notice of Hearing Leonard E. Graeff (Claimant) v. Postal Telegraph-Cable Co. (Defendant)

One petition entitled, "Referee's Notice of Hearing Leonard E. Graeff (Claimant) v. Postal Telegraph-Cable Co. (Defendant)" Petition 79,061, dated March 2, 1939. The document relays that the claim petition will be heard by Thomas Lawly, referee, on Tuesday, March 7, 1939 at 10:30am. It notes that if Leonard fails to appear, the petition will be disposed of.

GLC09611.007.01

26 May 1939

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry Workmen's Comp.

Typed document signed

Title: [Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department Of Labor And Industry Workmen's Compensation Board Harrisburg, Petition 80,320]

One petition entitled, "Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department Of Labor And Industry Workmen's Compensation Board Harrisburg" Petition 80,320, dated May 26, 1939. The document states that Homer L. Kreide, Esq. appeared on behalf of the claimant and John B. Pearsin, Esq. appeared on behalf of the defendant. The "Findings of Fact," section of the document relays that Leonard Eugene Graeff was employed by the Postal Telegraph-Cable Company as a messenger boy with a weekly average wage of $8.75. On September 23, 1938, Leonard was assigned to the House of Representatives at the State Capitol in…

GLC09611.007.02

9 June 1939

Forqusto, John R., fl. 1939

Typed letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One document from John R. Forquato to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated June 9, 1939. Document details the compensation offered to Leonard in the workers compensation case against the Postal Telegraph-Cable Company. The decision of referee Thomas Lawly is final unless an appeal is taken to the Workmen's Compensation Board. The document totals the compensation due to Leonard as $247.57. For each week of delay interest of .28 cents accrues. The instructions for making an appeal of the decision are located on the rear of the document.

GLC09611.007.03

10 April 1939

Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry Bureau of Workmen's Comp.

Postcard

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One postcard from Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry Bureau of Workmen's Compensation to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated April 10, 1939. The postcard acknowledges Leonard's claim petition and assigns it No. 80,320, and the assigned referee is Thomas Lawly.

GLC09611.007.04

January 26, 1959

Graeff, Susan Prowell, 1890-1967

Document signed

Title: [Cashed loan check]

One check from Susan Prowell Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated January 26, 1959. The check's amount is $300. The memo line on the check reads, "Loan." The check is issued by the Harrisburg Trust Company. Stamped with holes indicating that it has been cashed.

GLC09611.007.05

January 14, 1963

Graeff, Susan Prowell, 1890-1967

Document signed

Title: [Cashed loan check]

One check from Susan Prowell Graeff to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated January 14, 1963. The check's amount is $250. The memo line on the check reads, "Loan." The check is issued by the Harrisburg Trust Company. Stamped with holes indicating that it has been cashed.

GLC09611.007.06

1940-1946

Cleartype Maps

Map

Title: [Cleartype General Map of the Pacific Ocean, Southeastern Asia, and Austrailia]

A map of the Pacific Ocean, Southeastern Asia and Austrailia. Copyright the American Map Company Inc. Originally published by Cleartype Maps. Contains Robert L. Stone's notes on where he traveled when he was deployed.

GLC09620.251