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to Arthur Ruhl
12 May 1925
Chenery, William L., 1884-1974
One letter from William L. Chenery dated May 12, 1925. Recalls that his article "The New Haiti" is "a splendid performance." Congratulates him on the article.
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19 May 1925
Mencken, H.L., 1880-1956
One letter from H.L. Mencken dated May 19, 1925 congratulation Ruhl's published article, "Muzzling Editors in Haiti." Expresses that he would like to meet him in New York during the summer.
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10 June 1925
Johnson, Charles S., 1893-1956
One letter from Charles S. Johnson dated June 10, 1925 pertaining to Ruhl's article, "The Haytian Views Us." This article was published in the New York Herald-Tribune. Request that Ruhl write an article for the Journal of Negro Life about the current...
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February 5, 1930
Bourke, Louise, fl. 1930
One letter from Louise Bourke dated Port-au-Prince, Haiti, February 5, 1930. Note in pencil indicates that the author of the letter was "a girl, partly Negro, a very charming & polished person whom I met in Port-au-Prince in 1925." Writes to Ruhl...
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12 March 1930
White, W.A., fl. 1930
One letter dated U.S.S. Rochester [Euporter] to Port-au-Prince, March 12, 1930 from W. A. White. Critiques the president's orders to evacuate Haiti. White believes that the evacuation is a reflection not on the Marines but rather on Herbert Hoover...
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31 October 1930
One letter dated Port-au-Prince, Haiti, October 31, 1930 from Louise Bourke. Describes the political situation in Haiti and the presence of the media and military in the country. Mentions recent elections for the Legislature.
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Protect yourself: a health manual for war workers
1943
Bonomo, Joe, 1901-1978
One pamphlet entitled, "Protect yourself: a health manual for war workers," written by Joe Bonomo dated 1943. Provides advice for women's health who were employed as factory workers during World War II. States that the physical fitness and health of...
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[Wire photo of Thurgood Marshall]
02 October 1967
United Press International
One wirephoto entitled, "Washington" taken by United Press International dated October 2, 1967. Image is of Thurgood Marshall, from the shoulders up. Wire transfer information states that the image was taken the moment before he took a seat on the...
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[Press photograph of Clarence Thomas and George H.W. Bush at a press conference]
01 July 1991
Reuters
One press photograph of Clarence Thomas speaking to the press shortly after being nominated for the Supreme Court. Standing next to him was President George H.W. Bush. There are red markings on the photograph around Thomas's face. Wire transfer...
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[Photograph of Clarence Thomas taking the oath at the Supreme Court]
10 September 1991
One press photograph of Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas taking his oath before his confirmation hearings dated September 10, 1991. On the reverse side is a newspaper clipping pasted with a caption. The caption identifies Thomas taking his oath...
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[Photograph of Clarence Thomas during confirmation hearing]
One press photograph of Clarence Thomas dated September 10, 1991. Image is a side portrait of Thomas during his confirmation hearing. On reverse side are newspaper clippings pasted. The text refers to Thomas's stance on abortion, "he wants to shield...
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Calm and Resolute
11 October 1991
Associated Press
One wirephoto entitled, "Calm and Resolute" taken by Associated Press dated October 11, 1991. Image is of Clarence Thomas testifying at his confirmation hearing. Wire transfer information refers to Thomas denying that he had sexually assaulted Anita...
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Denounces and Denies
One laserphoto entitled, "Denounces and Denies," taken by Associated Press dated October 11, 1991. Image is of Clarence Thomas testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee. Wire transfer information states that Thomas returned to his hearings...
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[Photograph of pro-choice activists protesting against Clarence Thomas's confirmation to the Supreme Court]
15 October 1991
Storey, John, 1957-?
One press photograph taken by John Storey of the San Francisco Examiner dated October 15, 1991. Image is of two women protesting. On the reverse side are newspaper clippings pasted on. The text identifies the two women as Regina Evans and Theresa...
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[Photograph of a pro-choice activist protesting against Clarence Thomas's confirmation to the Supreme Court]
One press photograph taken by John Storey from the San Francisco Examiner dated October 15, 1991. Image is of a woman participating in a rally. She holds a sign that reads, "We will remember." Pasted on the reverse side is a newspaper clipping. The...
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Something to smile about
16 October 1991
One laserphoto entitled, "Something To Smile About," taken by Associated Press dated October 16, 1991. Image is of of Clarence Thomas smiling as he gets into a car. Wire transfer information states that Thomas was approved for the Supreme Court that...
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29 April 1931
Munro, Dana G., fl. 1931
One typed letter dated Port-au-Prince, April 29, 1931 from Dana G. Munro. Relays his time spent with the Minister for Foreign Affairs. Has a desire to "give the Haitians a maximum opportunity of running them properly after our people get out."...
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Captured in Harlem Battle
2 August 1943
One photograph entitled "Captured in Harlem Battle" dated August 2, 1943. Image is of two Black men being led into a police station by two officers in Harlem, New York. Wire transfer information states that the men's arrest were tied to neighborhood...
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Harlem Street Scene
20 July 1964
One wirephoto entitled, "Harlem Street Scene" taken by Associated Press dated July 20, 1964. Image is of armed police officers surrounding Black residents in front of a flower shop in Harlem. Wire transfer information states that residents and police...
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Injured in Harlem Rioting
One wirephoto entitled, "Injured in Harlem Rioting," taken by Associated Press dated July 20, 1964. Image is of four Black men carrying one injured man. Wire transfer information states that violence broke out during the Harlem riots.
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New York
One photograph by United Press International dated July 20, 1964. Image is of police officers pushing back a crowd of Black mourners. Wire transfer information states that the officers were restraining people outside the funeral of James Powell.
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Taking Cover
One wirephoto entitled, "Taking Cover" taken by Associated Press dated July 20, 1964. Image is of a police officer crouching behind a car. He is pointing a gun. Wire transfer information states that debris was thrown at officers from tenement houses...
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to Morris "Moe" Weiner
26 August 1944
Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008
Sylvia reports that her Dad had an attack after visiting her
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27 August 1944
Sylvia says she slept well at her mother's house because her father slept well, and responds to letters she has received from Moe.
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29 August 1944
Sylvia received pictures, and mentions Lillian. Refers to dreams Moe had of her, and wishes they were having dinner together.
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30 August 1944
Sylvia saw Olga, talked to Marty, and refers to Mad and Ben.
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31 August 1944
Sylvia visited Ruth, and notes that her husband is going to India.
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1 September 1944
This letter features a sketch of Sylvia sitting with a book in her lap.
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2 September 1944
Sylvia mentions Mad, and refers to Marty. She also recounts her visit to Coney Island.
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3 September 1944
Sylvia mentions Ruth, Bess, Mad and Ben.
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4 September 1944
Sylvia mentions Mad and Ben.
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5 September 1944
Sylvia mentions Florence Fenstone, and Sara Bergman, also Mad and Ben.
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6 September 1944
Sylvia talks about eating lunch by herself at a table with three strangers.
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7 September 1944
Sylvia had lunch with Lillian, and mentioned Jack.
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9 September 1944
Sylvia talks about Margie, her parents and Pepi.
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10 September 1944
Sylvia mentions Hy, Ben, Ruth, Bess.
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11 September 1944
Sylvia mentions Henry who is in Alcatraz at the moment. She mentions Florence Finestein, Lizzie and Sam, who is in Naples.
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12 September 1944
Sylvia had a hard day at work, then went out with Mad and Ben. She also responds to Moe's letters.
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13 September 1944
Sylvia went to see parents, her father is not so well again.
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14 September 1944
Sylvia acknowledges the Valentine flowers Moe sent.
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15 September 1944
Sylvia saw a demonstration take place, and her father is still quite ill.
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16 September 1944
Sylvia woke up find all the lights on. She then went to work as usual, and went to Mad's afterward.
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17 September 1944
Sylvia mentions parents, Pepi, Marge.
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18 September 1944
Sylvia visited Mad in the morning, then went to see her parents in the afternoon.
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19 September 1944
Sylvia did some spring cleaning and found all sorts of items, she then responds to three of Moe's letters.
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20 September 1944
Sylvia wrote a couple thank you notes, and will go to the movies with Bess tonight.
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21 September 1944
Sylvia writes that she missed a meeting about Roosevelt, and details a shopping expedition to Gimbels.
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23 September 1944
Sylvia mentions Pepi, Joe, Marge and Dickie.
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Sylvia mentions various letters she has received from Moe.
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25 September 1944
Sylvia describes her Sunday with Mad.
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Sylvia mentions Mad and David as well as her parents.
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26 September 1944
Sylvia reminisces about a previous Yom Kippur in which Moe came to visit. She also Mentions her parents and how they are trying to "put away" something for him.
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27 September 1944
Sylvia responds to specific letters.
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28 September 1944
Sylvia mentions Roosevelt and Churchill, and responds to letters.
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29 September 1944
Sylvia talks about her parents, and responds to letters.
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1 October 1944
Sylvia mentions Lillian C. and Jack.
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2 October 1944
Sylvia describes English, Chinese, and Russian War Relief debt items. She also responds to Moe's letters.
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3 October 1944
Sylvia describes mishaps at work, and describes supper and the fish they ate later that night.
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5 October 1944
Sylvia describes her visits with Mad and Bess.
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6 October 1944
Sylvia describes her visit with her mother
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Sylvia writes that she has decided to take a vacation, and responds to Moe's letters.
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9 October 1944
Sylvia writes that she went to visit Bess who is not feeling well.
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10 October 1944
Sylvia describes the Women's Volunteers for Roosevelt event.
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11 October 1944
Sylvia sees Moe's Aunt Ida and uncle Ben, then waits in line to register to vote.
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Sylvia describes an incident that kept her late at the office.
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1 October 1945
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11 October 1945
Sylvia notes that she no longer has false hope that Moe may return very soon.
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13 October 1944
Sylvia mentions Tillie, Martin, Mom, Joe, Mad.
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14 October 1944
Sylvia talks about Frank and Lillian's relationship.
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15 October 1944
Sylvia writes that she is going to D.C with Bess.
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18 October 1944
Sylvia details her trip to D.C, and talks about members of the group including Helen Resnick.
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20 October 1944
Sylvia discusses a Post War Planning Meeting she attended.
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Sylvia describes a dinner at her mother's.
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21 October 1944
Sylvia discusses current politics, and mentions the Pro Roosevelt papers.
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23 October 1944
Sylvia mentions Russia's role in the war.
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Sylvia mentions that her mother saw Roosevelt speak, she also mentions Olga and Martin, and her worries about Moe.
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25 October 1944
Sylvia describes a lunch date with Olga and Lillian.
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Sylvia received a package that said "personal effects of Sgt. Moe Weiner" but he was not a casualty.
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28 October 1944
Sylvia mentions that Pepi is doing better, she also mentions Sam and Adele
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29 October 1944
Sylvia describes an evening at the theater.
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30 October 1944
Sylvia says her father is looking pretty bad, she also mentions Artie and David.
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Sylvia describes an outing to Prospect Park and the market.
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31 October 1944
This letter was sent on Halloween, and mentions David's birthday. Sylvia also responds to Moe's letters.
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1 November 1944
Sylvia describes day at work, and her dentist visit. She also mentions Bess, and talks about politics.
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3 November 1944
Sylvia attended a rally, the second page is handwritten.
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Sylvia mentions Marge, Dave, and Mad. She says Dave cried when he heard about Mad's marriage.
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5 November 1944
Sylvia discusses politics, and mentions the cold weather.
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6 November 1944
Sylvia went over to Mad's, and played with a walkie-talkie toy belonging to David.
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Sylvia just heard the president make his final speech of the campaign.
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7 November 1944
Sylvia describes the hectic day she had.
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8 November 1944
Sylvia analyzes the election.
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9 November 1944
Sylvia describes her roommate Ethel.
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10 November 1944
Sylvia describes more activities at the lodge with Ethel and friends.
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11 November 1944
Sylvia features a sketch of herself in an armchair by the fireplace.
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Sylvia describes last day at the lodge with Ethel.
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13 November 1944
Sylvia is upset over leaving the lodge, she talks about what will happen when Moe finally comes home.
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15 November 1944
Sylvia describes taxi ride with an elderly Jewish couple, She arrives at home where Tillie is waiting. She also sees David do his first homework.
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Sylvia went to the movies and then visited mother.
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16 November 1944
Sylvia talks about her paychecks, and mentions an uncle in Louisiana that bought a chicken farm. She also visited Bess's house.
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17 November 1944
Sylvia notes Moe's 17th anniversary at the [illegible].
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