10 May 1863

Ward, Edward K., 1837-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his sister

Informs his sister that he will be sending her a letter by way of a friend who has been discharged. Advises her to make acquaintances with him, as he can get letters out for her. Asks his sister to send him her daguerreotype and to correct the rumor that he is currently engaged. Writes that he never knew how much he loved his family until now. He also mentions that he and his brother Marshall have talked about transferring to the Navy. Requests that he be sent a blank diary from home, as the current diary will soon run out of space.

GLC02232.18

16 July 1863

Ward, Edward K., 1837-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his sister

He was upset with his sister but has decided to write to her despite of it. Referring to why he was upset, he writes that he had not intended to be engaged and that "in love making you may either naturally run into an engagement or are led into it." Describes a difficult march from Shelbyville and complains that they haven't had tents for a long time. Informs her that he has caught a cold, the first one since enlisting and continues to have headaches, slight fever, and achy limbs. Writes that there is little chance for furlough and that the ladies should think about making a trip to Dixie…

GLC02232.19

14 August 1863

Ward, Edward K., 1837-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his sister

Writes that he hasn't heard from his family in a long time. He updates his sister on Marshall's (Ward's brother, also referred to as Sam) whereabouts and condition. Ward writes that he spends most of his time in camp reading Waverly novels and the Bible because he doesn't care for Chattanooga or its residents. He complains that he is broke and needs a new pair of boots, which he hopes his sister will be able to furnish for him. Mentions Ms. Ettie (a former love interest with abolitionist tendencies) and writes that he wishes never to discuss her again. Informs his sister that Clarence (a…

GLC02232.20

11 April 1831

Buchanan, James, 1791-1868

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Harriet Buchanan

The only U.S. president who never married, to his sister Harriet: "When you have determined (as I trust you will not) never to marry I shall cheerfully provide you a comfortable home. It would afford me great pleasure & promote my own comfort & happiness to have you for a house keeper. Still I think you ought to marry, should a favorable opportunity offer. There is nothing very desirable in the situation of an old maid; still it is less comfortless than that of an unhappy wife."

GLC09367

circa 17 July 1864

Johnston, Witter H., fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss Sue Johnston

They have regular meetings now and they are well attended. He saw Charlie and Elliot there. St. Graves' wife is ill. He heard the Rebels had over a hundred killed on July 8th.

GLC02167.25

24 September 1890

Printed letter

Title: Wedding Announcement for Carrie Wright

GLC02751.47

24 September 1890

Printed letter

Title: Wedding Announcement for Lydia Wright

GLC02751.48

1938

Johnson, Stella, fl. 1938

Printed letter

Title: [Wedding Invitation for Genevieve Aletta and Martin Huska]

An invitation from Mrs. Stella Johnson for the wedding of her daughter, Genevieve Aletta, to Martin Huska. The wedding is to be held on 24 September 1938 at the Evangelical Saron Lutheran Church in Chicago, Illinois. The envelope has a note from Paul H. Lobik indicating that he kissed Margie Crist for the first time on the night of the wedding.

GLC09580.03

29 November 1946

Shoemaker, Lorraine, fl. 1943-1948

Typed letter signed

Title: To Margaret and Paul Lobik

One letter from Lorraine Shoemaker to Margaret and Paul Lobik dated November 29, 1946. Mentions a few moves and visits from friends, she also mentions the birth of Charlotte and Dicks baby. Mostly this letter focuses on Lorraine's relationship with a man name Don and the subsequent ups and downs of it.

GLC09579.012

12 December 1964

Sabaroff, Susanne, 1944-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Louis Stamps

Letter to Louis Stamps from Susanne Sabaroff, written from Philadelphia. Writing after a phone conversation with him, she seeks to reassure him in the face of academic stress and depression. She also discusses her academic schedule and her upcoming student teaching experience, as well as their friends' marriage status.

GLC09571.19

7 January 1965

Sabaroff, Susanne, 1944-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Louis Stamps

Letter to Louis Stamps from Susanne Sabaroff, written from Philadelphia, in which she describes how driven she feels to complete her correspondence courses as thoroughly as possible and how much she is enjoying them. She expresses concern about his housing situation, and she cannot wait to graduate and marry him.

GLC09571.22

January 10 1965

Sabaroff, Susanne, 1944-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Louis Stamps

Letter to Louis Stamps from Susanne Sabaroff, written from Philadelphia, in which she conducts a psychological self-assessment and confirms her commitment to graduating from Penn State. She misses Lou, and she expresses continuing concern for his housing and roommate situation.

GLC09571.23

1963-1978

Wetmore, Roderick, fl. 1963-1977

Header Record

Title: [Letters belonging to the Wetmore family, 1963-1978][Decimalized .01.01-.02.323]

Collection of letters belonging to the Wetmore family dated 1963-1978. The collection is split between two sets correspondence. The first (GLC09753.01) is sent from Nellie Joe Wetmore to her husband, H. Davis Wetmore and other family members dated primarily 1963. Her letters pertains to her travels through Europe and to the Middle East with a missionary group. In one letter she describes visiting the Gaza strip. The second set (GLC09753.02) are letters and greeting cards sent between Rod Wetmore and his wife and daughter Connie and Kathy Wetmore. Rod Wetmore is stationed in Germany on his…

GLC09573

January 19, 1901

Harpers Weekly

Print

Title: Harpers Weekly - The New Immigrant Station on Ellis Island

A single page from an issue of Haper's Weekly from January 19, 1901. This page features a series of photographs entitled, "The New Immigrant Station on Ellis Island." The photographs feature the Ellis Island immigration station, a family of immigrants, the baggage room, and a group of immigrants waiting for a boat to New York. On the reverse side of the page there is a series of articles concerning society and news of the day entitled, "This Busy World" and written by E.S. Martin. The articles are concerning the death of Philip Danforth Armour, reaction to testimony concerning hazing at West…

GLC09790

27 March 1943

Grwoley, Jules, fl. 1943

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Dorothy Silbiger

One letter from Jules Grwoley to Dorothy Silbiger dated March 27, 1943. Jules complains to Dorothy that he hasn't heard from her husband, Richard, in almost a month. Jules mentions that in Dorothy's last letter to him, she mentioned seeing him in a dream and he doesn't want her dreaming of him. Jules wants Florence to dream of him instead. He complains about K.P. (kitchen patrol) duty, and scrubbing. He says it is not good for his complexion. Jules will be done with radio training in three weeks, and hopes to be in Florida before then. He likes the idea of living in Florida, but plans to wait…

GLC09684.06

2 May 1943

Gerber, Jack, fl. 1941-1943

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Dorothy Silbiger

One letter from Jack Gerber to Dorothy Silbiger dated May 2, 1943. Jack writes that mutual friends, Betty and Sam, just got married and should be home from their honeymoon soon. He complains about how much work he has to do and how busy they are with classes. He reports that it's about a year of schooling condensed into four months. He apologizes for the letter being so short, but he has to be fast with everything. This letter is written on Camp Davis stationery.

GLC09684.07

1 June 1943

Gerber, Jack, fl. 1941-1943

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Dorothy Silbiger

One letter from Jack Gerber to Dorothy Silbiger dated June 1, 1943. Jack starts explaining that each letter he writes tends to get written over the course of a week when he catches little breaks to work on it. He complains that with the pace of classes his handwriting is getting bad as he struggles to write quickly enough to take notes. Jack also writes he will be a real smart guy once they see each other again if he retains most of what he is learning. The topics include; surveying, map reading, airplane recognition, motor transportation, rifles, telephones, radio, electricity, and a lot on…

GLC09684.08

16 June 1943

Stone, Sayord, fl. 1943-1944

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard Jerome Silbiger

One letter from Sayord Stone to Richard Jerome Silbiger dated June 16, 1943. Sayord writes that he received Richard's letter and understands the contentment he gets from Dorothy's presence. He asks if Richard is loving radar work. Sayord writes the O.C.S. (Officer Candidate School) is diminishing and getting replaced by WAAC's (Women's Army Auxiliary Corps). There is now an order that 80 percent of the personnel must be 1B men. He writes that this week they started training. He feels it is weird as it is his first time training since basic. Syaord writes that despite his wife's objections he…

GLC09684.09

13 July 1943

Maddow, Les, fl. 1943

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard Jerome Silbiger and Dorothy Silbiger

One letter from Les Maddow to Richard Jerome Silbiger and Dorothy Silbiger dated July 13, 1943. Les writes he is glad that Richard got the post as a clerk as that means Dorothy can live with him in Tampa. Les has been sent to Rhode Island as a part of ASTP (Army Specialized Training Program) and is learning math, physics, chemistry, English, history, geography, and military government. The best part is Rhode Island is only three and a half hours from New York, so he is able to go home nearly every weekend. This letter is written on Camp Murphy, Florida stationary, but is written in Kingston,…

GLC09684.11

12 December 1943

Zeffert, Rhona, fl. 1943

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard Jerome Silbiger

One letter from Rhona Zeffert to Richard Jerome Silbiger, dated December 12, 1943. Rhona writes that Richard hasn't been a good friend as she had to hear about his marriage second hand, and get updates on him from other people. She writes that Arnold, who now goes by Allen, is at Tennessee-Eastman College. Herbert, is in Minnesota at college and is now a corporal. She reports that she has lost some weight, and at her last appointment the doctor said she was under weight. She has no plans to get married yet but is having fun. She hopes to see Richard and Dorothy soon and have a dinner with…

GLC09684.17

1968-1969

Knudsen, Robert, 1928-1989

Header Record

Title: [Photographs of U.S. Presidents Richard Nixon and Lyndon B. Johnson][Decimalized .01-.02]

Two photographs taken by White House staff photographer Robert Knudsen. Images feature Richard Nixon and Lyndon B. Johnson meeting during Nixon's first year as President of the United States.

GLC09804

4 April 1960

United Press International

Photograph

Title: [Getting Ready]

One wirephoto released by United Press International dated April 5, 1960. Shows a worker placing flower decorations. The attached press release reports that the decorations are being put up in preparation for the May 6th wedding of Princess Margaret to Antony Armstrong-Jones. The back is stamped with United Press International information.

GLC09677.52

27 March 1863

Tracy, Frank J., fl. 1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Ann

He likes to picture her reading by the stove. He tells her to ahve courage because he thinks he should be home in six or seven weeks.

GLC03047.03

1863

Tracy, Frank J., fl. 1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Ann

A friend of his heard that his wife died.

GLC03047.07

4 December 1862

McRay, W.H., fl. 1862-1963

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mary

His wife has been having problems with his mother. In a day or two they will have to move. He will try to get a furlough after six.

GLC03054.03