13 April 1810

Van Rensselaer, Rutsen, fl. 1818

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Philip J. Schuyler

Van Rensselaer writes that Philips clergyman visited and he gave him information on the characters. Van Rensselaer also writes that Philip should go to Washington if he has active men to work the polls so that there is no loss in votes.

GLC09636.18

February 22, 1798

Ward, Joshua, fl. 1789

Autograph document signed

Title: Meeting of the Washington Military Society

Resolutions of the Washington Military Society for the Militia laws in Duchess County New York. The resolutions are, first that members must arm themselves when they turn 18, instead of waiting till they take a captaincy. The second resolution concerns fines for not participating and changes the way the fines are collected. The third resolution concerns injuries of militia members when acting in their positions and how it is reported. The fourth and final resolution concerns Quakers it reads, "For heavens Sake let the Quakers be absent an Equal Sum that the other Men are liable to pay for…

GLC09636.22

2 August 1846

Hamilton, Elizabeth S., 1757-1854

Autograph letter signed

Title: to James Alexander Hamilton

Elizabeth writes to her son James Alexander that she will be with him soon. She also mentions the Mexican American war writing "Boston and Philadelphia have been much excited with this half national saw & Half war. May it not bring half Union."

GLC09638.12

1947

The National Urban League

Comic book

Title: Negro Heroes. [No. 1]

Issue number one of the comic book called Negro Heroes. This comic features biographies of famous and influential African Americans. The people featured in this issue are, George Washington Carver, Mary McLeod Bethune, Paul Robeson, Matt Henson, Charles French, Charles Davis and Charles Thomas. Each person has a few pages dedicated to their story.

GLC09639.01

1948

The National Urban League

Comic book

Title: Negro Heroes. [No. 2]

Issue number two of the comic book called Negro Heroes. This comic features biographies of famous and influential African Americans. This issue is also called the summer issue. The people featured in this issue are, Booker T. Washington, the men of the 784th Tank Battalion, Toussaint L'Overture, Mabel K. Staupers, Jackie Robinson, Sadie T. M. Alexander, and Sugar Chile Robinson. Each person has a few pages dedicated to their story.

GLC09639.02

1947-1989

Various

Header Record

Title: [Group of 41 pieces, including small broadsides, flyers, pamphlets, booklets about Civil Rights topics, 1963-1989] [Decimalized .01-.36]

Collection consisting of 41 items dated 1947 to 1989 related to Civil Rights era. Items include circular letters, donation envelopes, pamphlets, a 33 rpm record, and other materials. A small portion from the collection contain items from organizations advocating for Civil Rights such as the Southern Christian Leadership Conference and the Southern Regional Council. Bulk of items belong to groups opposing Civil Rights. Documents highlight legal battles in Southern states related to police brutality against African-Americans, responses to the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing of 1963, anti-…

GLC09641

1919

Renesch Company, fl. 1919

Poster

Title: True Blue

"Uplift" poster sold to African American families with relatives in the service during World War I. This poster features a family with a young girl, a young boy, a baby and the wife, looking at a fireplace and mantle. Above the mantle is a picture of a soldier surrounded by pictures of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Woodrow Wilson. There is also a small banner with a blue star on a white field bordered in red hanging in a window visible in the background. The caption on the bottom declares "True Blue".

GLC09644

1943

United States. Government Printing Office

Poster

Title: Twice a Patriot!

Poster reads, "Twice a patriot! ex-private Obie Bartlett lost left arm -- Pearl Harbor -- released Dec., 1941 -- now at work welding in a west coast shipyard." Shows a photograph of Obie Bartlett holding a welding torch and wearing an uplifted welder's mask with a shipyard visible behind him. On the bottom of the poster is a quote that reads, "Sometimes I feel my job here is as important as the one I had to leave."

GLC09646

28 January 1976

Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Roseann

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated January 28, 1976. Pertains to the "Selling Skills" program is enrolled in. He remarks that his and Roseann's stock has earned them one hundred dollars and suggests it may be best to sell if they can determine if the "correction in the market is imminent." He writes about the stock market's activity including Xerox's performance. Concludes by stating his tomorrows are filled "with such happiness" knowing he will be seeing Roseann again soon.

GLC09606.27

28 January 1976

Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Roseann

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated January 28, 1976. Mentions the cost of food, comparing his cooking to Roseann's, and watching hockey. Explains that the selling skills program for the securities industry that he has started is based on "Xerox PSS." Wishes to rent a car and drive near to New York City. Bill mentions the Gene Klavan Show and the departure of Finch, his radio co-host. Bill closes by writing how much he misses Roseann and that she is everything to him.

GLC09606.28

29 January 1976

Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Roseann

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated January 29, 1976. Bill writes briefly that he only has two more weeks left in school, yet to him it seems "like an eternity." He asks Roseann if she received a card at work today and signs his letter, "I love ya Roseann, Bill."

GLC09606.29

30 January 1976

Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Roseann

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated January 30, 1976. Bill writes concerning his possible purchase of a car. He comments that he feels guilty spending money solely on himself. He has forwarded "survival pay" (not included) to Roseann and closes by stating he misses her terribly.

GLC09606.30

1 February 1976

Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Roseann

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 1, 1976. Bill writes that he just returned from New Jersey and that he will write again to tell Roseann about it the next day. He mentions more food prices, this time for fast food. He signs his letter "I love you so much, Bill."

GLC09606.31

2 February 1976

Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Roseann

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 2, 1976. Pertains to a visit to New Jersey the day before. He reminisces about acquaintances of theirs and places they had visited together. He mentions he went to a real estate office. He was interested in a property and enclosed a business card for the White Sands Motel where they had once stayed. He describes how Seton Hall has changed and how he tried to see the Drama Director, Gil Rathburn, in order to find out about a friend, Ron Young. Mentions names of new residents and visits to old friends he made in Packanack…

GLC09606.32

4 February 1976

Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Roseann (Love)

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 4, 1976. Visited the World Trade Center during lunch. He mentions access to PATH train was below the towers. Describes the cold weather in New York which reached -48 degrees. He remarks that his training in the securities program of has been a "BIG WASTE OF TIME." His classmates have also voiced their discontent. He mentions that Merril Lynch "is sensitive to this area and realizes that changes must be made," adding that an ameliorative process has begun to take place. Unfortunately, it will not be in time for his class to…

GLC09606.33

5 February 1976

Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Roseann (Love)

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 5, 1976. Writes about snow in New York, visiting Rockefeller Plaza and St. Patrick's Cathedral. He bought a crystal decanter for mutual acquaintances at Tiffany's. Bill writes that he watched the Olympics and hadn't watched a hockey game all week. Expresses that he wished he could be with Roseann in California.

GLC09606.34

6 February 1976

Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Roseann (Love)

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 6, 1976. Bill writes that he is traveling by train to Maryland over the weekend, although he really does not wish to. He is afraid he may "never see Norm alive again." Bill wishes Roseann "HAPPY ANNIVERSARY SWEETHEART," for their tenth anniversary. He is happy to have received three letters from her. Adds that he has not gone on any excursions due to lack of money.

GLC09606.35

8 February 1976

Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Roseann

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 8, 1976. Bill writes that he watched "Mutiny on the Bounty" this evening. He is spending time at his parents' house in Maryland and writes about his dinner and the family that surrounds him. After everyone leaves for the night, he is glad to have time to himself. He writes that he wants to go home and is excited that in one week's time he will be able to do so.

GLC09606.36

8 February 1976

Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Roseann

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 8, 1976. Bill writes that he left late from his visit to Bernie's, causing him to miss his train. Today he attended Mass with his mother, Norm, Kathye and John and then went to his Aunt Cass'. Bill mentions his mother's ulcer which caused her to feel "bad all day." He describes his visit to Bernie's as depressing and although he loves his family, he is glad they do not live very close to them.

GLC09606.37

10 February 1976

Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Roseann

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 10, 1976. Bill writes that while working on his sales plan, a friend called to invite him to play bridge. Remarks that despite not playing for a long time he was still good at the game. Is looking forward to seeing Roseann soon.

GLC09606.38

10 February 1976

Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Roseann

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 10, 1976. Bill writes that soon he will once again hold Roseann in his arms. "Roseann, my Roseann. Every breath I take, I take for you....Because we are one, now and forever," he avows.

GLC09606.39

1961

Photograph

Title: [African American Soldier looking under the hood of a fuel truck]

A photograph of an African American soldier looking under the hood of a fuel truck. The truck is marked as belonging to the 3rd division 13th Calvary.

GLC09612.01

1961

Photograph

Title: [African American Soldier posing in front of a fuel truck]

A photograph of an African American soldier posing in front of a fuel truck. In the background there is a US Army fuel truck. The truck is marked as belonging to the 3rd division 2nd to 13th units. It is also marked as HQ 116, and certified for 18 ton bridges. Due to insignia the soldier is a private.

GLC09612.02

1961

Photograph

Title: [African American Soldier working under the hood of a fuel truck]

A photograph of an African American soldier working under the hood of a fuel truck. Due to insignia the soldier is a private, part of the 3rd armor division, called Spearhead. From the name plate just visible the soldiers last name is Lawson.

GLC09612.03

1961

Photograph

Title: [Two African American soldiers posing in front of a fuel truck]

A photograph of two African American soldiers posing in front of a fuel truck. One soldier is waving at the camera, as he shakes the other soldier's hand.

GLC09612.04