February 7, 1817

Adams, John, 1735-1826

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Samuel Latham Mitchill

Adams in retirement to Mitchill, a well-known scientist from New York City. Their correspondence deals with archeological findings. From the docket they are discussing "Babylonian bricks." Asks when a monument to Daniel, the Biblical prophet, was erected and by whom. Also is curious about the ancient language inscribed on it; mentions Hebrew, Egyptian Hieroglyphics, and Chaldean. Says if he was 50 years younger he would accompany him to figure out the problem. Adams spelled the name "Mitchell" at the bottom of the page.

GLC07532

February 7, 1794

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter

Title: to William White

Knox writes in the third person. This is a note that accompanied a book Knox sent to Bishop William White. Knox sent "The Light of Nature Pursued" by Edward Search, whose real name is Abraham Tucker. Knox mentions Tucker died in London about 7 years ago. Signed by Knox in the body of the letter.

GLC02437.06041

February 17, 1773

McClure, David, 1748-1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes about his good health and safe return from Indian country. Mentions that he has not received a letter from Knox. Asks Knox to "convey the inclos'd by some safe Conveyance," possibly in reference to a book order. M'Clure sent Knox a letter from Fort Pitt on 20 August 1772, (see GLC02437.00015) indicating that he was going to serve as missionary to the Delaware Indians in a town on the Muskingum River in Ohio. M'Clure spells his name Maccluer.

GLC02437.00032

14 November 1867

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nait

He finally made it to Spain where he had a difficult times because he does not speak Spanish. He mentions his photo collection. They visit the Naval musuem which he describes as worth seeing. He also visits a church and the Museum of Artillery.

GLC08284.071

23 November 1865

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He notes that it is more expensive there than in New York. They are having problems with the monasteries there. They want to shut them down and open up free schools. He describes some of the characters in the streets.Written in Cadiz Harbor

GLC08284.075

14 August 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

He further describes the Queluz Palace including a chapel, many paintings and a fountain. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.076

9 August 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

The first letter describing the Royal Palace of Queluz. In particular, the Grand Salon is mentioned. More tapestries and paintings are described. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.077

14 May 1866 - 12 June 1866

Wait, Horatio L., 1836-1916

Autograph letter signed

Title: to darling Cherry

They climbed a moutain to visit the Pena Castle. And then they saw the remains of a monastery. Afterwards they visit a villa called Montserrat owned by an Englishman. Next they went to the Royal Palace of Cintra. He provides lavish descriptions. Written in Lisbon Harbor

GLC08284.083

2 November 1862

Morse, Justus, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Catherine (Kitty)

The hospital has moved down on the banks of the river. The nuns left but not before converting a couple of the boys. He thinks she must be lonesome now that most of the boys have left.

GLC02170.16

23 December 1863

Morse, Justus, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss (Kitty)

He wishes he could go to church withher.They plan to have a great Christmas meal but he would rather have it with her. He hopes to go skating later today.

GLC02170.35

21 July 1864

Morse, Justus, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss (Kitty)

.He thinks she should not tell anyone he gave her money because they will not leave her alone if they knew. He would love to go to church with her but they will have to be patient.

GLC02170.53

7 August 1864

Morse, Justus, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss (Kitty)

He will send her some more money. He is glad she is reading Paul in the Old Testament. There was a man that jumped out of the window of the third floor and is now recovering in the hospital.

GLC02170.54

21 August 1864

C.S., fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to J. Morse

She is glad it makes him happy that she has embraced Christianity.

GLC02170.56

2 August 1963

Wetmore, Nellie Joe, 1904-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mr. H. D. Wetmore

One letter addressed to Davis Wetmore from Nellie Joe Wetmore dated August 2, 1963. Describes he weather and attending a goin away party the previous evening for Bishop Palmer and his wife for a trip to India and Washington, D.C. Nellie is leaving for Frankfurt to meet Rod and is excited to see where he lives. The plane out of Geneva was delayed because of mechanical issues, but she reunites with Rod and has a steak dinner with him. Dorothy and "Mom" are there.

GLC09573.01.27

June 1917-1918

Starkey, Teddy, fl. 1917-1918

Autograph letter

Title: Mrs. Rosa Starkey

One letter from Teddy Starkey to Rosa Starkey dated June circa 1917-1918. He reports on the quarantine that he has been under. It was lifted the day before and the men were allowed to leave after getting their mouths, noses, and throats sprayed twice. The man that caused the quarantine was named How from N.H. "after being unconscious for 40 hours died." After they were released Teddy went to Queen City Park for dinner. He signs off saying he has to catch the next electric back to the fort but sends his love. Another letter by Starkey is GLC09601.

GLC09602

January 25, 1976

Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Roseann

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated January 25, 1976. Bill is watching a hockey game as he writes to Roseann. He writes about going to Mass with his mother and Norm in the morning and then to visit his Aunt Minnie. Aunt Minnie is residing at a rest home and has been neglected there. Bill mentions Bernie and Mary who are "at each other constantly." As a result, he hopes he and Roseann will be there for their niece later on. He concludes by reflecting, "We made the right decision for me to leave the Navy."

GLC09606.26

1968

Hughes, Jim, fl. 1968

Header Record

Title: [Collection belonging to Jim Hughes, 82nd Airborne, 1968 [Decimalized .01-.05]

Collection of letters belonging to Jim Hughes dated 1968. Consists of five letters during Hughes time in the 82nd Airborne. Letters are written to his mother, Wilma Primer Hughes and pertains to life on the base, activities, financial matters and updates on friends.

GLC09615

15 April 1968

Hughes, Jim, fl. 1968

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Wilma Hughes Primer

One letter addressed to Wilma Primer Hughes from Jim Hughes dated April 15, 1968. Wishes her a Happy Easter and complains of the lack of Catholic chaplains and the inability to go to church. He mentions a number of friends and family noting that men are "getting drafted left and right" while some are going home. He expresses his strong desire to leave. Hughes informs his mother that his unit will soon be moving south. In a postscript, Hughes mentions Pat as in other letters and mentions he has not yet received the playing cards he requested from his mother. As in his prior letters, he…

GLC09615.05

1969-1970

DiChristina, Richard J., 1949-2016

Header Record

Title: [Collection of letters belonging to Richard DiChristina, 1969-1970] [Decimalized .01-.24]

Collection of letters exchanged between Joyce Robinson and Richard DiChristina dated 1969-1970. Consists of 38 letters pertaining to their engagement, DiChristina's enlistment and life for Robinson in the states. DiChristina was a Private E1 in the second platoon Co.A., 6th Bn., 3rd Bat Bde, in basic military training at Fort Dix, New Jersey and then serving in Vietnam as a P.F.C. in the third platoon, Co.A,. 1st Bn 8 Infantry, 4 Division. At the time of the letters, they were each in their early 20s and late teens.

GLC09626

1980-1996

Header Record

Title: [Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead collection] [Decimalized .01- .28]

Twenty nine letters to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead from other Congressmen, President Ronald Reagan and photographs of Washington officials.

GLC09613.01

6 October 1979

Carter, Jimmy, 1924-?

Printed document

Title: Exchange of Remarks Between the President and His Holiness Pope John Paul II

A printing of the conversation and speeches given when Pope John Paul II visited President Jimmy Carter in 1979. There is a print of the White House on the top of the page.

GLC09613.01.01.02

6 October 1979

Photograph

Title: [President Carter and Pope John Paul II]

A photograph of Pope John Paul II and President Carter waving.

GLC09613.01.01.03

February 6-February 12, 1970

DiChristina, Richard J., 1949-2016

Header Record

Title: to Joyce Robinson [Decimalized .01-.02]

2 letters sent in the same envelope, from February 6 to the 12th.

GLC09626.11

February 6, 1970

DiChristina, Richard J., 1949-2016

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joyce Robinson

One letter addressed to Joyce Robinson from Richard J. DiChristina dated February 6, 1970. He writes of the number of letters he has yet to mail to Joyce. His platoon has walked 500 meters today, and they are "up on one hell of a mountain." He relays that some will be sent to the bottom of the mountain while others will be going for water. He mentions that a water buffalo ran after them yesterday and that he ran "to the hills" in fear. He mentions an exchange of photographs in the mail and discusses details of a monetary issue. After satisfying a debt, they will be able to pay for wedding…

GLC09626.11.01

February 12, 1970

DiChristina, Richard J., 1949-2016

Autograph letter

Title: to Joyce Robinson

One letter addressed to Joyce Robinson from Richard J. DiChristina dated February 12, 1970. He writes briefly, of how much he loves and misses Joyce. He mentions that he attended mass on Ash Wednesday. He tells Joyce he will be sending her a map. He wishes her a Happy Valentine's Day and sends her "anything but my Love Darling and you have it all Darling." He writes that he loves his "someday wife," and promises to write again at night.

GLC09626.11.02