7 July 1963

Wetmore, Nellie Joe, 1904-1988

Postcard

Title: to Mr. H. D. Wetmore, Jr.

One postcard addressed to Bets, Davis, Jack and Mike from Nellie Joe Wetmore dated July 7, 1963. Front image of the postcard is Le Jardin des Tulieres in Paris, France. She says history and speeches are challenging. Mentions that she is leaving Paris after having spent four days there. Underneath the date in parenthesis she writes "(Uncle Rod's birthday)".

GLC09573.01.06

6 July 1963

Wetmore, Nellie Joe, 1904-1988

Postcard

Title: to Mr. H. D. Wetmore, Jr.

One postcard addressed to Davis from Nellie Joe Wetmore dated July 6, 1963. Front side of the postcard is an image of the Eiffel Tower. Reverse side contains a message pertains to touring Paris and its history; also mentions her health.

GLC09573.01.07

5 July 1963

Wetmore, Nellie Joe, 1904-1988

Postcard

Title: to Mr. H. D. Wetmore

One postcard addressed to Davis from Nellie Joe Wetmore dated July 5, 1963. Front side of the postcard is an image of the Royal Shakespeare Theater at Stratford-Upon-Avon. Pertains to feeling lonely while travelling; attending a N.A.T.O. and SHAPE conference.

GLC09573.01.08

July 1963

Wetmore, Nellie Joe, 1904-1988

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Davis

One letter addressed to Davis from Nellie Joe Wetmore dated July 1963. Pertains to travelling in France; visiting with the American ambassadors; hotel conditions; and that she has film rolls for Bets which was coincidingly lost with the stolen suitcase. Describes Bastille Day in Paris.

GLC09573.01.09

1923-1943

Header Record

Title: [Two photograph albums belonging to William Jenkins, 1923-1943][Decimalized .01-.02]

Two photograph albums belonging to William Jenkins dated 1923-1943. The first album contains images of Jenkins while stationed in various bases throughout the world. Contains images of military life on base as well as visiting heritage sites. The second album contains official military photographs while the U.S. fought against Japan in the Guadalcanal.

GLC09596

1918

Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Liberty Loan Committee

Poster

Title: "Oversubscribe this Victory Liberty Loan"

One poster entitled, "Oversubscribe this Victory Liberty Loan," dated 1918. Text refers to the service rendered by Sergeant Grady Parrish at Cote de Chatillon on October 16th. Advertisement suggests how Parrish wouldn't have been able to complete an attack against Prussians without weaponry. Artwork is a portrait of Parrish painted at the frontlines by Joseph Cummings Chase.

GLC09807.06

1917

American Lithographic Co.

Poster

Title: "Whose Limit Is All That He Can "

One poster entitled, "Whose Limit Is All That He Can." Text contains a poem attributed to "Observer R.F.C." Displays the difficulty for pilots fighting in France. Suggests that buying bonds will aid the cause during World War I. Illustration is of a French fighter plane shooting down a German fighter.

GLC09808.02

1914-1918

Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Liberty Loan Committee

Poster

Title: "We Won't Come Back Till It's Over, Over There"

One poster entitled, "We Won't Come Back Till It's Over, Over There," printed by Liberty Loan Committee. Text in the poster refers to American, French and English soldiers fighting the German army, which has been referred to as "the Hun." Language expresses a push to buy bonds as a way to support soldiers. Imagery consists of men in uniform waving from a steam ship; a strip of paper with musical notation of a 1917 war song "Over There" ; and a smaller framed illustration of a soldier helped by an aiding arm to climb over a trench with the text, "Lend Him A Hand, Buy Liberty Bonds."

GLC09806.01

13 July 1777

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Knox writes, "the shortness of your two last letters were not very agreable [sic] to me..." Discusses the Battle of Ticonderoga (2-6 July 1777): "We have received... news of the evacuation of Ticonderoga pregnant in my opinion with the most disagreable [sic] consequences of any thing during the War..." Mentions Generals John Burgoyne (British), Arthur St. Clair (American), and Philip Schuyler (American). Refers to a wagon of supplies Lucy sent to him. Wishes his brother William would not join the Army, but would instead remain in Boston, serving as a "disinterested friend and protector"…

GLC02437.00622

26 May 1777-15 June 1781

Manuscript document

Title: Imported into New Hampshire In the Mercury and Amphitrite from France

Lists items carried in on the ships Mercury and Amphitrite, including flints, cannon, grape shot, powder, and other ordnance stores and arms. The entry for 15 June 1781 notes that "sundry ordnance stores shipped by [Mr.] or [Wm.] Laurens.

GLC02437.00603

19 June 1777

Jarvis, Samuel G., fl. 1777-1794

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Apologizes for not writing Knox sooner. Reports that he sent Knox wine the previous Sunday. Writes, "I think it impossible my Dear Friend that our Country can be so ungratefull as to put a foreigner over your Head but should they be so foolish & unjust you have Friends at Home that will study to make your life happy... if we are to be directed by Frenchmen, fare well Liberty..."

GLC02437.00613

19 June 1777

Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1756-1824

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Lucy writes a love letter to her husband: "Is it possible, is there a dawn of hope, may I expect to be again blessed with him who forms a part of my very soul, whose presence I esteem the greatest good that this world can afford." Dreads that General "De Coudier" will accept an artillery appointment (a reference to du Coudray). Refers to Lucy, their daughter, who is unwell. Mentions a wagon she sent to Knox with "Maderia" (Madeira wine), sugar, green tea, chocolate, pepper, brandy sweet meats, "a very elegant black silk coat lined with white," breeches, and other items.

GLC02437.00614

19 June 1777

Knox, William, 1756-1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses the possibly appointment of French officer Philippe Tronson du Coudray in charge of artillery (Knox's post). Writes "...I think the circumstance of having a foreign officer, who neither speaks our language nor can possibly be acquainted with our manners & customs with his being a foreigner must be a sufficient counterballance for every other inconvenience in not confirming his appointment to the Artillery." Expects Henry to leave the military if du Coudray receives the appointment. Will try to procure lemon juice for Henry. Promises, "I shall suspend my entring the Service…

GLC02437.00615

21 June 1777

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucy Knox

Begins with expressions of his love for Lucy, his wife. Describes his devotion to his country, the only thing that keeps him from Lucy. Discusses possible enemy movement and location. Praises his troops. Writes, "With the blessing of Heaven I have great hopes in the cause- of this Campaign that we shall do something clever..." Refers to Silas Deane and the possible appointment of Phillipe du Coudray at the head of Continental artillery: "the Congress ... have resolved that Mr Dean has exceeded his Commission and that they cannot satisfy his treaty with…

GLC02437.00616

30 June 1777

Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1756-1824

Autograph letter

Title: to Henry Knox

Opens with, "Did my Harry let the 23rd of this month pass by unnoticed or did it occur to his mind that it was the anniversary of his wedding day..." Reflects upon her happiness when they were first married, and states, "instead of spending our lives together- how far and how long have we been asunder-" Refers to the possible appointment of Phillipe du Coudray at the head of Continental artillery. Notes that Billy, Knox's brother William, wishes to enter the army.

GLC02437.00619

1 July 1777

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John Hancock

Knox writes to Hancock, President of Continental Congress. Asks if [Phillippe] du Coudray has been appointed to command the artillery. Declares, "I wish to know of Congress whether this information be true, if it is, I beg the favor of a permission to Retire, and that a proper certificate for that purpose be sent me immediately."

GLC02437.00620

January 21, 1780

Hopkinson, Francis, 1737-1791

Printed document signed

Title: [Certificate concerning a loan]

Countersigned by Joseph Clarke, Commissioner of the Continental Loan-Office in the State of Rhode Island. States, "At thirty days sight of the second bill, first, third and fourth not paid, pay to Benjamin Williams or order, twelve dollars, in sixty tournois, for interest due on money borrowed by the United States." Directed to "the Commissioner or Commissioners of the United States of America at Paris." Docket indicates that the amount is to be paid to William Knox.

GLC02437.00799

19 July 1777

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Autograph letter

Title: to Henry Knox

Colonel Jackson asks, "What think you of the loss of Ticonderoga, it is in general believ'd here, that that Fortress was sold to the enemy- as for my part, I shall suspend my Judgement till I can hear more of the particulars." Discusses recent news from France that "all France is Arm'g their Fleet and Army..." to assist America. Also notes that a private letter from Dr. [Benjamin] Franklin to a gentleman in America suggests that "a War was inevertable," (possibly inevitable). Mentions the British recapture of their frigate the Fox, which had been taken by the Americans earlier. Notes…

GLC02437.00627

26 July 1777

Lovell, James, 1737-1814

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Continental Congressman Lovell writes to Knox: "I suppose you among others have been led, from my being Chairman of the Committee on foreign applications, to dub me Patron of the whole Rank-mad Tribes. I am so far from thinking it proper to disavow that Title, under the present Circumstances of Things, that I rather confirm it by recommending to your notice the bearer, the Chevalr. Du Portail or, D'erford, as he chooses to be named." Thinks D'erford would be useful in Knox's department (artillery).

GLC02437.00629

23 August 1777

Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1756-1824

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Notes that she is recovering from a four day illness. Describes her daily life in detail as requested by Henry. Rises at eight a.m., has breakfast for an hour, then reads, writes, or works until her "solitary dinner" at 2 p.m. Misses Henry intensely, noting that even the company of their daughter, Lucy, reminds her of his absence. Describes her afternoon rides in her chaise, and her visits to several friends. Mentions the loss of her immediate family, who as Loyalists fled from Boston. Expresses her wish to be with Henry. Refers to the Hero, a ship, which will soon sail for France.…

GLC02437.00638

20 October 1776

Knox, William, 1756-1795

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Discusses their correspondence and speculates that not all their letters reach each other. Discusses the recent British victories in taking Long Island and New York. Had hoped the victories would induce the British into an ill-planned and unsuccessful attack. Discusses the transportation of lumber. Asks his brother if he believes British General William Howe will attempt to end the war decisively this winter, if he believes France will assist the colonies, if he thinks the Continental Congress is taking proper actions to form the army. Notes that he will relay information about artillery…

GLC02437.00476

4 August 1778

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Knox

Discusses previous correspondence between the two, noting he always acknowledges letters received from William. Mentions a military operation planned against Newport to take place in conjunction with the arrival of a French fleet led by the Comte D'Estaing. Relates that his wife and daughter, both named Lucy, are with him in White Plains. Notes that Admiral Lord Richard Howe, in Sandy Hook, New Jersey "lays... with his small fleet ardently wishing for such a reinforcement as may enable him to look Monsr. Le Com[text loss]te in the face- but I hope he will be disappointed." Requests…

GLC02437.00717

13 August 1778

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Knox

Chastises William, his brother, for not writing more frequently. Mentions a military operation planned against Newport to take place in conjunction with the arrival of a French fleet led by the Comte D'Estaing. Instructs William to inform [James] Bowdoin's family that John Temple, British Consul General, has arrived at New York. Reports that a fire in New York City has destroyed between 80 and 100 houses. Encloses some letters for Colonel Sears in Newport. Regarding the planned military and naval operation, writes, "I hope sincerely that Rhode Island may fall into our hands first. The…

GLC02437.00718

16 August 1778

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Knox

Knox writes to his brother, William: "I write... to inform you of our Welfare- no news- we are waiting most impatiently for some from Rhode Island" (there was a military operation planned against Newport to take place in conjunction with the arrival of a French fleet led by the Comte D'Estaing). Chastises William for sending newspapers "bal'd up in all the form of a Letter and paying as much postage ... " Requests that William write frequently.

GLC02437.00719

24 August 1778

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806

Autograph letter signed

Title: to William Knox

Acknowledges receipt of a letter William wrote 14 August 1778. Notes that his wife Lucy would also reply to William, but Shaw has not provided her with pens (possibly referring to his aide-de-camp, Samuel Shaw). Refers to a naval battle near Newport, Rhode Island between the fleets of the Comte D'Estaing and British General William Howe. Mentions the violent storm that thwarted the battle, noting that the success of American General John Sullivan, on land in Rhode Island, depends largely on D'Estaing's success (there was no decisive winner in the naval battle, and after the storm D'Estaing…

GLC02437.00720