1862/9/26

Smith, David V.M., 1823-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Elizabeth Smith

His legs feel much better. He asks his wife to write him several times a week and he hopes to do the same. Written from Camp Johnson.

GLC04189.03

1862/9/31

Smith, David V.M., 1823-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Elizabeth Smith

Smith hopes he will soon be fit for duty. He has not received some letters his wife sent and is dismayed that she will not rewrite the news that was in them. He mentions trains full of soldiers passing by and, responding to her questions about whiskey in the camp, asserts that he does not drink. He forlornly speaks of recent family troubles: "you state in your letter that all our misfortunes was brought on by myself which I think is not the case but if it is so it is much better to forgive the past if it cannot be forgot [sic] . . . ." Written from Camp Johnson.

GLC04189.04

1862/10/2

Smith, David V.M., 1823-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Elizabeth Smith

He received the letter she mailed yesterday (10/1/1862). He has only received one of four letters she sent. He gives her instructions concerning the "Post Office Matter" and how to file returns for stamps. In response to her complaint that he does not write enough, he states that he sent an number of letters, "[B]ut I see you are just like you used to be that is you must have something to find fault off [sic] but I take it all in good part . . . ." He hopes she will eventually receive the letters.

GLC04189.05

1862/10

Smith, David V.M., 1823-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Elizabeth Smith

Describes the capture of a hearse that carried arms for the Confederacy. He found two newspapers lying on the road and mailed them to Anna [his daughter]. He asks Elizabeth to send him a letter detailing all the "impossibilities" she must deal with. Such a letter may help him get a longer furlough. Turning to family matters, Smith beseeches his wife to forget the "Rum Business." He writes "You need not lay it all to Rum for the very morning that I enlisted you know what was done and you also know that I did not want to enlist . . . ."

GLC04189.07

1862/10/5

Smith, David V.M., 1823-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Elizabeth Smith

Smith gives his wife instructions for renting out his blacksmith shop. [see also #2, 13] He is dismayed that she rented out part of the house against his wishes. His legs are giving him trouble again. Discusses types of punishments in camp including wearing a barrel and a sign while parading through camp to the Rogue's March.

GLC04189.08

February 27, 1865

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

Health is "first rate," and leg is well. Weather is nice right now, and hopes this letter finds her well. Sent her two letters, each with $20 in them. Will send some more money by express soon. Does not need more than $5, and if he does, he will ask for some from her. Would have sent all the money by express, but did not learn until today that he could send any of it by express. Is now acting as commissary sergeant. Has to go to the brigade headquarters and draw rations for the company, then has to cook them. "Keeps me very busy." Received a letter from her this morning. Every day rebels…

GLC09273.30

February 18, 1865

Hammond, Horace J., fl. 1862-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Eleanor Hammond

Is very healthy; hopes the same is true at home. Fayette and Joseph are healthy. John is still at the hospital, but they have heard from him. He does not have consumption (tuberculosis). "Joseph thought his breach was going to clear him from duty, [but] the doctor told him that he was fit for duty." Had seen the breach, and agreed with the doctor that it would not become a problem. Tells her that what he writes to her about cannot be repeated. Thought about asking for a discharge when his leg was at its worse, but did not receive one when the leg recovered. Does not want a furlough as long as…

GLC09273.27

1844-1888

Various

Header Record

Title: [Letters belonging to Scott family, n.d., 1844-1888][Decimalized .01-.58]

Collection of 60 items belonging to the Scott family dated 1844-1888. Consists of correspondence between members of the Scott family who resided in Allens Grove, Wisconsin and mostly from Waterbury, Connecticut. Topics include family, illness, land acquisition, trade, and marriage.

GLC09832

1960-1963

Various

Header Record

Title: [Photographs related to President John F. Kennedy][Decimalized .01-15]

Collection of portraits of President John F. Kennedy dated circa 1960-1963. Consists of 15 photographs that pertains to his time as senator, presidential debates, sitting in the Oval Office, and time with family.

GLC09805

28 July 1869

Martin, Thomas R., fl. 1869-1882

Letter signed

Title: to Marco Martin

One letter addressed to Mrs. Thomas R. Martin dated Waterbury, Connecticut, July 28, 1869 from Thomas R. Martin. Mentions updates of children's health; visits from grandparents and health of other family members. Expresses missing her. Note: Marco Martin is formally referred to as Mrs. Thomas R. Martin.

GLC09832.43

4 August 1869

Martin, Thomas R., fl. 1869-1882

Letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas R. Martin

One letter addressed to Mrs. Thomas R. Martin dated Waterbury, Connecticut, August 4, 1869 from Thomas R. Martin. Mentions health of the children, news of acquaintances, attending a concert in Hotchkiss Hall. Note: Marco Martin is formally referred to as Mrs. Thomas R. Martin.

GLC09832.44

3 January 1873

Various

Header Record

Title: to Thomas R. Martin [Decimalized .01-.02]

Two items related to a letter dated January 3, 1873 from Mrs. Thomas R. Martin to her husband. Also includes an envelope and undated newspaper clipping.

GLC09832.50

January 16, 1873

Martin, Marco, fl. 1869-1878

Letter signed

Title: to Thomas R. Martin

One letter addressed to Thomas R. Martin dated Waterbury, January 16, 1873 from Marco. Would like to know where in Brooklyn to send a trunk and if she could have some money.

GLC09832.51

January 29, 1873

Martin, Marco, fl. 1869-1878

Letter signed

Title: to Thomas R. Martin

One letter addressed to Thomas R. Martin dated Waterbury, January 29, 1873. Details plans to travel to New York with her father. Includes a separate note dated "Thursday Morning early." She lists the train times and where to pick her up.

GLC09832.52

7 March 1873

Esther, fl. 1872-1873

Letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas R. Martin

One letter addressed to Mrs. Thomas R. Martin dated Waterbury, Connecticut, March 7, 1873, from Esther. Gives updates of parents who came to visit; that she made a cover for a rocking chair and other social engagements.

GLC09832.53

9 October 1878

Martin, Thomas R., fl. 1869-1882

Letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas R. Martin

One letter addressed to Mrs. Thomas R. Martin dated Waterbury, Connecticut, October 9, 1878 from Thomas R. Martin. Gives updates on mutual acquaintances; travelling to New York with his father; and requests a recipe for "Chow Chow."

GLC09832.54

3 January 1873

Martin, Martha, fl. 1873-1882

Letter signed

Title: to Thomas R. Martin

One letter addressed to Thomas R. Martin dated Waterbury, January 3, 1873 from Martha. Wishes that his health is good; gives updates on the children's health.

GLC09832.50.01

1844-1888

unknown, fl. 1844-1888

Newspaper clipping

Title: [Newspaper clipping on Auld Lang Syne fraternity]

One undated newspaper clipping related to a Auld Lang Syne reunion at Hotchkiss Hall.

GLC09832.50.02

24 November 1882

Martin, Thomas R., fl. 1869-1882

Letter signed

Title: to Martha

One letter addressed to Martha dated Waterbury, Connecticut, November 24, 1882 from Thomas R. Martin. Expresses missing her and the children; updates that he broke his leg. Mentions an enclosed letter from her sister, but is not physically included.

GLC09832.57

7 May

Martin, Marco, fl. 1869-1878

Letter signed

Title: to Thomas R. Martin

One letter addressed to Thomas R. Martin from Marco, his wife, dated Waterbury, May 7. Pertains to the family leaving Waterbury for New York; and figuring out the likelihood of him accompanying her on the move. Signed letter as "Marco."

GLC09832.12

5 November

Esther, fl. 1844-1888

Letter signed

Title: to Marco Martin

One letter addressed to Mrs. Thomas R. Martin dated Waterbury, November 5th. Sender's full name has been torn off. Mentions that her son, Charly was diagnosed with scarlet fever; news of the wedding of their cousin, Ella and provides updates of other family members. Note: Marco Martin is commonly addressed to as Mrs. Thomas R. Martin.

GLC09832.13

3 December 1856

Scott, Nellie, fl. 1856-1858

Letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Bennet L. Scott

One letter addressed to Mrs. Bennet L. Scott dated Waterbury, December 3, 1856. Relays that all family members are sick with fever and stomachaches. Also mentions other family members who have passed and the marriage of Maggie Manross.

GLC09832.21

9 January 1873

Martin, Marco, fl. 1869-1878

Document

Title: to Thomas R. Martin

One letter addressed to Thomas R. Martin from Marco Martin dated January 9, 1873. Gives updates on family and asks whether he will visit her in New York.

GLC09832.49

circa 1921-1947

Various

Header Record

Title: [Collection of photographs belonging to a Japanese-American family in Northern California, 1921-1947][Decimalized .001-.643]

One collection of black-and-white photographs belonging to a Japanese American family dated 1921-1947. Consists of 643 items capturing home and recreational life of a family located in California.

GLC09860

19 May 1864

Wadhouse, Edgar P., fl. 1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Frances Davenport

One letter from Edgar P. Wadhouse to Frances Davenport dated May 19, 1864. Offers kind words to Frances upon learning of the death of her husband. Says never has it been more necessary to trust and submit to the will of God.

GLC03523.09.11