1987

unknown, fl. 1987

Newspaper clipping

Title: [Obituary of Jeral D. Stewart]

One newspaper clipping printing the obituary of Jeral D. Stewart. It states that he died in Wichita in St. Francis Regional Medical Center. He was married to Madeline Baucom following his service in World War II. He was survived by his wife, a daughter, and three grandchildren.

GLC09573.01.32

1 November 1970

Anderson, Robert A., Mrs., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's mother writes that she brought her grandmother to the doctor's as she "was not feeling good at all." Nancy's mother mentions the affairs she is attending to regarding the passing of Nancy's grandfather. She spent a full day at the Veteran's Administration and has been writing thank you cards. Many sympathy cards have been received by Nancy's grandmother. She mentions family and friends that have been in contact with each other and that Te Te (Tillie) is visiting over the weekend. Nancy's mother is sending Nancy's meal ticket with Bobby, and her mother mentions that the material for…

GLC09600.31

3 November 1970

Richard, Mrs. M., fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes of her husband's passing and her loneliness. She is trying to stay busy as she knows Nancy's mother worries about her. She misses Nancy and tells her to take care of herself.

GLC09600.32

11 April 1969

Garaudy, Ellis H., 1948-1979

Autograph letter

Title: to Nancy Anderson

One letter addressed to "Luv" from Garaudy dated April 11, 1969. He reports that they are expecting an attack from the V.C., who were amassing an offense. Garaudy also mentions the injuries and deaths of 4 Korean soldiers. He remarks that he does not live on the base but on a perimeter base, which has been termed "Happy Valley." Garaudy asks Nancy if she would like silk material or pre-made dress. Asks her not to worry as he is taking care of himself. In a postscript, he mentions the latest intelligence report of an expected mortar attack followed by a ground attack.

GLC09603

26 August 1969

Garaudy, Ellis H., 1948-1979

Autograph letter

Title: to Nancy Anderson

One letter addressed to Nancy Anderson from Ellis H. Garaudy dated August 26, 1969. Pertains to feeling homesick, Nancy's upcoming birthday, promotion to sergeant and news about the area where he is stationed. Refers to the Pleiku area as quiet and surrounded by communists. Garaudy remarks that the opposing forces outnumber them and tells her he saw the remains of three GI's in a plastic bag. Garaudy will be leaving on September 3, 1969 and returning to Phan Rang and then home. He tells Nancy he will be on leave from September 16, 1969 until October 15, 1969. He refers to the murders "back…

GLC09605

1965

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People

Poster

Title: Register and Vote

One poster entitled, "Register and Vote," dated 1965. Front lists days, times, and locations of voter registration with a bullet point list of reasons citizens must register, indicating "All You Need Is Some Identification--Such As A Utility Bill or Driver's License". Reverse contains photos of Andrew Goodman, James Chaney, and Michael Schwerner with the text "These Men Are Martys To the Cause of FREEDOM!" and "In June, 1964 they lost their lives for the RIGHT to REGISTER and VOTE".

GLC09623

1804

Otis, Harrison Gray, 1765-1848.

Pamphlet

Title: Eulogy of General Alexander Hamilton, Pronounced at the Request of the Citizens of Boston, July 26, 1804

A published eulogy of Alexander Hamilton given by Harrison Gray Otis on July 26, 1804, 14 days after Hamilton's death. This work follows the accomplishments of Hamilton from a young man to his death. Focusing on his intelligence and role in the creation of the government. There is a slight mention of Hamilton's publication of the Reynolds pamphlet "He shrunk from the imputation of misconduct in public life; and if his judgment ever misled him, it was only when warped by an excessive eagerness to vindicate himself at the expense of his discretion."

GLC09625

12 July 1804

Malcolm, Catherine Schuyler, 1781-1857

Autograph letter signed

Title: My dear brother

Catherine writes her brother, Philip Jeremiah Schuyler, concerning their father's reaction to the death of Alexander Hamilton. She also writes that he is to hasten to New York in order to comfort their sister Elizabeth and give her any assistance he can. Catherine asks that Philip let them know as soon as he arrives.

GLC09631

4 January 1805

Hamilton, Elizabeth S., 1757-1854

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Philip Jeremiah Schuyler

A letter between Elizabeth and her brother Philip concerning inheritance from her father. In particular furniture that was purchased as well as an amount of money that was given to her in the past. "a report has prevailed that my father gave me six thousand Dollars before I left him. Let me assure you it is an un truth, it has given me some pain that I should have been heald up to the publick in so unfavourable a point of view as on the one hand to request you to make provision for me by some Arrangement, and on the other (as is is said) to be so amply provided by my father."

GLC09638.02

4 October 1949

Wiggs, Norman S., fl. 1949

Printed letter signed

Title: Dear Mrs. Williams

A letter to Cordelia Williams informing her when Eugene Williams' remains will arrive in the country. It is signed Norman S. Wiggs, Lieutenant Colonel and Quartermaster General of the United States Army. It is written on letterhead from the Department of the Army.

GLC09587.176

14 October 1949

Vandenburg, Hoyt S., fl. 1949

Printed letter signed

Title: My dear Mrs. Williams

A condolence letter to Cordelia Williams from Hoyt S. Vandenburg, Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force, regarding the death of Eugene Williams.

GLC09587.177

14 September 1949

United States. Armed Forces

Document signed

Title: [Eugene W. Williams' Death Certificate]

Document from the United States Armed Forces certifying that Eugene W. Williams died serving his country on September 14, 1949. It says "this certificate is awarded as a testimonial of Honest and Faithful Service." It is signed by the secretary of the Air Force.

GLC09587.171

15 September 1949

Van Etten, Chester L., fl. 1949

Printed letter signed

Title: Dear Mrs. Williams

A condolence letter to Cordelia Williams from Major Chester L. Van Etten of the United States Air Force, regarding the death of Eugene Williams.

GLC09587.173

28 September 1949

Kingen, Winfred L., fl. 1949

Printed letter signed

Title: Dear Mrs. Williams

A condolence letter to Cordelia Williams from Winfred L. Kingen, Chapain of the United States Air Force, regarding the death of Eugene Williams. Written at Langley Air Force Base.

GLC09587.174

30 September 1949

Chennault, John S., fl. 1949

Printed letter signed

Title: Dear Mrs. Williams

A condolence letter to Cordelia Williams from John S. Chennault, Colonel of the United States Air Force, regarding the death of Eugene Williams.

GLC09587.175

15 October 1949

Printed document

Title: [Eugene Williams' eulogy]

Eugene Williams' eulogy. It is followed by a copy of "To Our Fallen Flyers" by J. Farley Ragland.

GLC09587.178

circa September 1949

Newspaper clipping

Title: Lieutenant Killed in Plane Crash

Article about the death of Roanoke resident Eugene W. Williams in a plane crash in Germany while serving in the Air Force, having recently been transferred to an integrated division. Details where and when Eugene Williams served in the Air Force and mentions that his brother "Leroy" Williams was killed in 1943 while serving in the Air Force.

GLC09587.189

circa September 1949

Newspaper clipping

Title: Roanoke Pilot Struck Steeple in Fatal Crash

Article about the death of Eugene Williams in a plane crash while serving in the Air Force in Germany.

GLC09587.190

circa September 1949

Newspaper clipping

Title: Plane Accident in Europe Kills Roanoke Pilot

Article about the death of First Lt. Eugene W. Williams in a plane crash while serving in the Air Force in Germany. Notes that he trained at the Tuskegee "Air Base" and Lockburn Air Base. Mentions that his brother "Leroy" Williams was also killed while serving in the Air Force in 1943. Lists the surviving family members. Same article as appears in GLC09587.192.

GLC09587.191

circa September 1949

Newspaper clipping

Title: Plane Accident in Europe Kills Roanoke Pilot

Article about the death of First Lt. Eugene W. Williams in a plane crash while serving in the Air Force in Germany. Notes that he trained at the Tuskegee "Air Base" and Lockburn Air Base. Mentions that his brother "Leroy" Williams was also killed while serving in the Air Force in 1943. Lists the surviving family members. Same article as appears in GLC09587.191.

GLC09587.192

circa September 1949

Newspaper clipping

Title: Roanoker Killed When Army Plane Strikes Steeple

Article about the death of First Lt. Eugene W. Williams in a plane crash while serving in the Air Force in Gibelsadt, Germany with the 86th Fighter Group. Mentions that his brother "Leroy" Williams was also killed while serving in the Air Force in 1943. Lists surviving family members.

GLC09587.193

18 September 1949

Western Union

Telegram

Title: to Mrs Cordelia Williams

A condolence telegram to Cordelia Williams from the Y.W.C.A. members after the death of Eugene Williams.

GLC09587.195

19 September 1949

Western Union

Telegram

Title: to Mrs Cordelia Williams

A condolence telegram to Cordelia Williams from A.L. James after the death of Eugene Williams.

GLC09587.196

21 September 1949

Western Union

Telegram

Title: to Mrs Cordelia Williams

A condolence telegram to Cordelia Williams from Captain and Mrs. Theodore A. Wilson after the death of Eugene Williams.

GLC09587.197

7 March 1969

Williams, H. Hamilton, 1911-1981

Typed document

Title: to Mother

Letter from H. Hamilton Williams (signed Harold) in which he accuses his mother, Cordelia S. Williams of being too emotional and overbearing, forgetting that they are now all grown and adults themselves. He accuses her of trying to "glorify James out of proportion" which is not Christian. He insists that he and his sister Virginia Williams were not trying to steal any of the money from James Williams' estate legally due to Cordelia from a "loan" and the sale of Eugene's automobile. He says the he has been the man of the house since his father died and he was not be overruled by her when she…

GLC09587.304.01