16 May 1968

United Democrats for Humphrey

Newspaper

Title: Victory '68: News From United Democrats for Humphrey (16 May 1969)

The second issue of a weekly newsletter published by the United Democrats for Humphrey. Includes accounts of his victories at state conventions, his comments to the United Autoworker Convention, and the responses of columnists and pollsters to his campaign.

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23 May 1968

United Democrats for Humphrey

Newspaper

Title: Victory '68: News From United Democrats for Humphrey (23 May 1969)

The third issue of a weekly newsletter published by the United Democrats for Humphrey, with headlines about Humphrey's standing in the Gallup Poll, his endorsements by columnists and political figures, and his campaign strategy developments.

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30 May 1968

United Democrats for Humphrey

Newspaper

Title: Victory '68: News From United Democrats for Humphrey (30 May 1969)

The fourth issue of a weekly newsletter published by the United Democrats for Humphrey. It has information about Humphrey's lead with delegates and in the Louis Harris poll, about his visit to his South Dakota hometown, and about Robert Kennedy's attacks on him. It also includes a list of recent endorsements.

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29 July 1968

United Democrats for Humphrey

Newspaper

Title: Victory '68: News from United Democrats for Humphrey (29 July 1968)

The 29 July issue of the Victory '68 newsletter advocating the election of Vice Presient Hubert Humphrey to the presidency. It contains Humphrey's stances on and recent action involving aid to farmers, urban regeneration, gun control, and the draft. It also has information on his standing in the polls and recent endoresements.

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29 July 1968

United Democrats for Humphrey

Typed document

Title: Vice President Backs Freedom Of Choice For Democrats

A press release from the United Democrats for Humphrey, containing a lengthy statement from Humphrey about the selection of the Democratic nominee. Humphrey advocates in favor of an open convention, in which each delegate can vote for whichever candidate he so chooses.

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31 July 1968

United Democrats for Humphrey

Typed document

Title: Vice President Humphrey in Televised Talks Advocates Marshall Plan for the Cities and Programs for Civil Order and Justice

A press release from the United Democrats for Humphrey, which focuses on Humphrey's statements in favor of a Marshall Plan for U.S. cities and of a separate effort to protect civil order and justice. He supports an end to riots, stricter gun control laws, stiffer drug trafficing penalities, organization of "councils of civil peace," and a strengthening of police forces. Finally he calls for more complete, free public education for all students.

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3 August 1968

United Democrats for Humphrey

Typed document

Title: Vice President Humphrey's Travels Keep Him In Close Touch With Americans and Key Nations Overseas

A short press release from the United Democrats for Humphrey, explaining the Vice President's extensive travel and calling attention to the extent to which this travel has demonstrated his commitment to Americans throughout the country and to U.S. foreign allies.

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1968

Citizens for Humphrey-Muskie, fl. 1968

Poster

Title: Remember...a vote for Nixon is a vote for Agnew

A small poster featuring a photograph of Richard Nixon waving with Spiro Agnew. Created by the Citizens for Humphrey-Muskie, it seeks to discourage voters from voting for the Nixon-Agnew ticket.

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5 November 1968

Printed document

Title: Humphrey-Muskie Election Night Headquarters DNC- Citizens

A pass to enter the election-night festivities at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. It bears a large stamp, which reads "DNC-Citizens."

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5 November 1968

Printed document

Title: Humphrey-Muskie Election Night Headquarters DNC- Citizens

Two passes to enter the election-night festivities at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. They bear large stamps, which read "Official."

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c. October 1981

Congressional Quarter Inc.

Pamphlet

Title: Fall 1981 Paperbacks

The Congressional Quarterly's Fall 1981 catalog of books related to government, politics, history, and education. Contains images of the books, brief descriptions, and order forms.

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8 May 1865

Sumner, Charles, 1811-1874

Autograph letter signed

Title: [to unknown]

Letter to unknown recipient, discussing the evils of slavery and Lincoln's assassination.

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1763-1783

Engraving

Title: [Engraving of Alexander Hamilton]

Engraving of Alexander Hamilton, based on a painting by Alonzo Chappel.

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29 April 1960

Joel T. Broyhill campaign

Typed document

Title: The Virginia Gentleman. [Final edition (April 29, 1960)]

The final edition of The Virginia Gentleman, "a non-political newspaper dedicated to the election of Joel T. Broyhill." Miniature in size, this "newspaper" includes information on the Representative's political stances, comical editorials, and an invitation for members of the press to come to a party at his house.

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1 July 1968

U.S. news & world report book

Printed document

Title: "The Hubert Humprey Report" in U.S. News & World Report

A photo-copied article from U.S. News & World Report about Vice President Hubert Humphrey, who was running for president. It includes information about his education, family, finances, and political career. It explains his voting record on war and defense, labor legislation, foreign affairs, domestic programs, riots and crime, Vietnam, the Great Society, and business.

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ca. 1932

Osuna, J.J., fl. 1901-1905

Typed document

Title: An Indian in Spite of Myself

A six-page essay, in which the author, J.J. Osuna, describes his move from Puerto Rico to the U.S. to attend the Carlisle Indian School in 1901. He writes about how sad he was to leave his mother, about the journey over, and about the school itself. He dislikes the school and, as a Puerto Rican of Spanish descent, he feels out of place among Native Americans, so after one year he leaves to attend the Bloomsburg Normal School. In 1905, however, the Carlisle Indian School allows him to graduate with his class.

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08 December, 1943

Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Ardena Mae Fouts

Augsberger writes that Christmas is coming, and reminisces about last year's Christmas. He expresses how much he wishes he could be at home with Ardena this year. He asks if she has received the handkerchief he sent to her. Augsberger requests that she tell him when she has gotten it so he can know how long it took to cross the Atlantic. He writes that he misses her very much, especially on cold nights and recalls how they used to cuddle up in his car to get warm.

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10 December, 1943

Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Ardena Mae Fouts

Christmas V-Mail. "Season's Greetings from Great Britain" is written in cursive on the v-mail next to an outline of the United Kingdom. It is signed, "All my Love Richard."

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13 December, 1943

Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Ardena Mae Fouts

Augsberger expresses to Ardena how much she means to him, and says that "you are about the only thing I have to live for." He tells her about a guy here that he gets along pretty well with. He talk about their wives, and the guy's son. Augsberger says the son is "a cute little thing," and wishes that he and Ardena had a child. He writes that he knows she has said that she doesn't want any babies, so he won't talk about it anymore. Augsberger asks Ardena if she still wants to marry him when he returns, since he thinks she doesn't love him anymore. He asks Ardena to wait for him.

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30 December, 1943

Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Ardena Mae Fouts

Augsberger reminisces about last New Year's Eve with Ardena in which they kissed at the midnight show. He writes that he will never forget that night and looks forward to returning and living them over again. He send his love to Ardena and writes God Bless You to her.

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January 7, 1944

Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Ardena Mae Fouts

Augsberger expresses his desire to return to Ardena and writes of his love for her. He says in the letter that he is fine, but lonesome for her. He asks Ardena to write more often because he misses her letters.

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January 9, 1944

Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Ardena Mae Fouts

Augsberger reminisces about how he and Ardena would have Sunday dinners together. He wishes he could be at dinner with her tonight. He writes that "As for the situation here. Everything is fine, and for myself I am fine." He asks how things are at home, and sends his love to her.

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January 12, 1944

Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Ardena Mae Fouts

Augsberger asks Ardena how the weather is at home. He writes that it is a little chilly in the mornings where he is, and the trees have lost their leaves. However he expects that winter won't last much longer and hopefully neither will the war. He tells Ardena that he received a letter from Mabel but says to not worry. He writes that he loves her and signs off his letter till next time.

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January 13, 1944

Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Ardena Mae Fouts

Augsberger wishes that he could hold Ardena in his arms tonight. He writes that unfortunately war has torn them apart and they must endure hardships without each other. He recalls how a year ago today "I held my right hand up and I said I do sominally swear, etc." He looks forward to reuniting with Ardena and sends his love.

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10 February, 1944

Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Ardena Mae Fouts

Augsberger expresses how much he loves and misses Ardena. He writes about how he wishes to see her again and then never to part. He says "you are the only one that can give me the happiness I long for so much." Augsberger sends his love to Ardena and asks her to tell everybody "hello" from him.

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