January 16, 1919

Huggins, Glenn A., fl. 1919

Autograph letter

Title: To Alice

This letter is from a soldier of the 10th company of the 161st Depot Brigade named Glenn. It is written to Alice and mentions previously being in the 80th division of the 318 infantry. He says that when they arrived they were sent right on to the front. He also mentions being sick and says he thinks it was a bit of the flu. "I think I just about had the Flu I was in bed a few days and the Doc came to see me. Lot of the boy's died there in the hospital with the Flu. I went to the Hospital one day and looked in the window at the boys and that was enough for me. Most all of my company was sick…

GLC09599

1966

Header Record

Title: [letters to Nancy Anderson] [Decimalized .01-.33]

35 letters, 1 newspaper clipping, 1966-70, Metairie, Lousiana. Nancy Anderson (fl. 1966-1970) is the recipient of letters from her mother and grandmother and grandfather. These letters extend over the period of time while she is enrolled in college. She visits home in Louisiana often. She is also the recipient of letters from Ellis H. Garaudy (b. 1948-1979), a Vietnam War enlistee : (See records: GLC09597, GLC09603, and GLC09605).

GLC09600

9 August 1966

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy Anderson's mother writes that she sends her love to her. Nancy's mother mentions she took Bobby, Steve, Wils and Keith fishing in the morning and jests that it has been quiet without "someone's," possibly inferring Nancy's, friends calling. Her mother tells Nancy to take care of herself.

GLC09600.01

5 September 1967

Anderson, Linda, fl. 1967

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Linda writes that she has been trying to contact Nancy but has been unable to reach her. Linda asks Nancy if she would not mind collecting money owed to her by Shirley and includes how much Nancy owes her as well. Linda, who has recently moved, wishes for Nancy to visit her and mentions their mother who will be able to tell Nancy how to find her apartment.

GLC09600.02

11 September 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes that the weather has been cool. Her grandmother writes that she sees "the boys" although has not heard from Edna or Tillie (Te Te). She also mentions Hattie, Nancy's father, and Bobby. Nancy's grandmother tells Nancy she is going to hem her dress and make some fudge for her over the weekend. She signs her letter, "Grandma & Grandpa," and writes that she misses the milk shakes.

GLC09600.03

11 September 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's mother writes that she received a letter from Herbert for Nancy which she will give to Jimmy to deliver to her. She discusses financial struggles and mentions that Nancy's grandmother is feeling "fair." Nancy's mother brings up Grace King High School freshmen initiation and Nancy's "goofy" brother who has been playing his guitar over the phone for "some girl." She closes by reminding her to write to her grandmother. Additional letter included, GLC9600.04.02 Insert: portion of an envelope with address of Sgt. Mike A. Schandler

GLC09600.04.01

11 September 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

In an additional letter in envelope GLC09600.04.01, dated "Sunday Morn.," Nancy's mother refers to the candy from her grandmother and slip from her that they sent to Nancy. She mentions everyone misses her, a sports game, and Te Te (Tillie) who has not heard from Charles. In a post script she reminds Nancy to include her Dad when addressing letters to her and that Roy Taormina said hello.

GLC09600.04.02

23 September 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother discusses meeting Ellis (see related GLC09597, GLC09603, and GLC09605) and explains that he "has to work out his own way right now," having been in the war. She mentions Tillie (Te Te) who has not heard from Charles. She states she has been sewing and that she was glad to see Nancy, telling her to "study hard and have a good time."

GLC09600.05

26 September 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's mother discusses Nancy's upcoming dance and for Nancy to let her know if she needs more money. She states she has not heard from Chuck or Ellis, and that Steve would have helped Ellis with his car had he come by. She mentions that Nancy's grandmother is the same and reports that Nancy's dad has been working long hours. Nancy's mother's relays that Nancy's dad suggests "'Advantages of a College Education'" as a speech for Nancy to deliver. Nancy's mother advice is to "stay away from war, racial problems and sex" in her speech. In a post script, she advises she does not want to send her…

GLC09600.06

30 September 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes to say that she has been out with Nancy's mother, and they are well. She mentions Tillie (Te Te) may visit and that there has been no word from Charles. Nancy's grandmother has been sewing Nancy's dress while Nancy's grandfather is out on his bike. She writes that they miss her and for her to take care of herself. She has included some money (not included) to "help out."

GLC09600.07

8 October 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes to say she hopes Nancy had a nice time visiting home. Nancy's grandmother mentions Tillie (Te Te) and Bob and relays that she went to Sears with Nancy's mother. She writes she hopes to sew today and asserts she knows Nancy is studying hard.

GLC09600.08

14 October 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes that the weather is turning cooler and reminds Nancy to dress warmly. Nancy's grandmother mentions she is still seeing a doctor but has been feeling much better. She suggests that they see "Camelot" which is playing at Tulane University. She reports that Nancy's mother has been busy, but in good spirits.

GLC09600.09

25 October 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's mother writes that Bobby received his ring and that she is happy that Nancy found her own ring. She mentions several people including the homecoming queen from Grace King High School. Nancy's mother mentions her reserve in wanting to see "Jimmy Dean" at the Blue Room since she would prefer to stay home and rest. She reports that Nancy's grandmother, who has not been feeling well, has been upset by news about Lodge. She tells Nancy to let her know if she needs money and hopes she is feeling well.

GLC09600.10

28 October 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes she has been sewing for Nancy and mentions Tillie (Te Te) and Charles who is "running around up north." She speaks of Richard who is working on the Gulf Coast. Nancy's grandmother mentions she will be getting new neighbors and mentions Nancy's mother whom she took a ride with yesterday. As in most of her letters to Nancy, she closes by saying Nancy is missed.

GLC09600.11

1 November 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's mother encloses a check (not included) for Nancy that is due perhaps for tuition or school meals. She tells Nancy to try to get by although she may be short on money.

GLC09600.12

1 November 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's mother writes about what is happening at home while Nancy is away at school. She mentions football games, what others in her family are doing, and the events at Grace King High School where she works. She has sketched the Grace King school ring. She encloses three dollars (not included) for Nancy for meals in addition to two newspaper "items" (not included) she thinks Nancy may find interesting. She asks if Nancy may be able to come home over the weekend and closes by saying that everyone sends their love.

GLC09600.13

6 November 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's mother writes to inform Nancy she is feeling better and that Te Te (Tillie) and Samuel visited her. She mentions that Stevie took care of Samuel and put him to bed. Nancy's mother is concerned for Te Te (Tillie) who "gets fed up with Hattie Sue." Nancy's mother asks Nancy to "stretch it next week," most likely referring to her finances.

GLC09600.14

18 November 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes to let Nancy know she is in the process of sewing pants for her and mentions Nancy's mother and Tillie (Te Te). Nancy's grandmother also mentions her grandfather and that she is working on things for the baby. She writes that there is not much else news to relay.

GLC09600.15

2 December 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes that the family misses Nancy when she is at school but that she is glad Nancy is in college as it is good for her. She mentions, Tillie (Te Te), Steven, whom Nancy's mother misses when he is away, and Nancy's father. Nancy's grandmother mentions her recent doctor's appointment, that she is still working on sewing Nancy's clothes, and that she attended a recent singing performance. She closes with "We love you" and signs the letter, "Grandpa, Grandma." Address and phone number of Roy Zuppardo written on back of envelope.

GLC09600.16

10 December 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes about Nancy's prior weekend away from school and the weather. Her grandmother mentions her sewing clothes for Nancy. She discusses Steven's driver and that she wants to go to Canal Street when she can. She also mentions Morris who left on his ship on December 10, 1969.

GLC09600.17

13 December 1969

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's mother writes Nancy, describing the recent events and people at home and reminding Nancy to write to her grandmother who has been feeling despondent. She tells Nancy she has not yet shopped for Christmas and that Bobby took the ACT test on December 13, 1969. She mentions Wayne, who is fishing this morning, and his wife, and Te Te (Tillie) who have visited. She writes that she has not seen "you know who." She mentions Mrs. Kemp from Grace King High School where she works who "managed to be civil" to her. She describes the difficulty she and her grandmother are having sewing Nancy's…

GLC09600.18

5 January 1970

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's mother has enclosed a letter from Herbert (GLC09600.19.02) that she apologizes for opening and reading. Nancy's mother discusses her changed plans to not leave Grace King High School where she is employed and the various interactions with the school's staff. She mentions her own birthday and the gift from Nancy's father (Bob), Nancy, Bobby, and Stevie. Nancy's mother reminds her to write to her grandmother and Herbert.

GLC09600.19.01

5 January 1970

Herbert, fl. 1966-1970

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Herbert writes Nancy that he thinks of her and is always waiting to hear from her. He received her letter which made him very happy, especially because of his presence at the "depressing place" where he is stationed. He is glad she likes the watch he sent her and wishes he saw her before he returned to the "hell hole." Herbert mentions that Christmas and New Year's were not too eventful for him. He went to Tijuana on Christmas and spent New Year's at the barracks. He hopes she is happy and in good health and closes by saying, "May God Bless You and may all your problems be small ones," signed…

GLC09600.19.02

8 January 1970

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's grandmother writes that she is glad Nancy is back to school after the weekend. She mentions she received a letter from Edna and that Morris "got his rating" and is working towards his next one. She also relays that Morris is working on his cross-stitch, and that Nancy's mother has a cold.

GLC09600.20

February 26, 1970

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

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nancy

Nancy's mother writes that she hopes Nancy's flu is better and sends her money (not included) for her meals at school. Nancy's mother mentions her work where Mrs. Casey spent the day. She states that "nothing went right." Nancy's mother sends Nancy her mail and a newspaper clipping. She closes by writing that she has not seen Chuck and that she will write again this weekend. Insert: Wedding Shower invitation for Bettie Logue.

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