12 July 1995

Porter, John Edward, 1935-?

Typed letter signed

Title: To Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

A thank you letter from John Edward Porter, the House representative for Illinois's tenth district, to Moorhead for his support of the Porter-Wolf-Smith amendment which cut $25 million from economic assistance to Turkey. This was a response to "Turkish intransigence for the last 21 years regarding Cyprus, its blockade of U.S. humanitarian assistance bound for Armenia, and its egregious genocide against the Kurdish minority." In the hope that this disapproval would change the direction of a valued ally. Porter also says "torture, extrajudicial killings by military and police, severe repression…

GLC09613.01.22

13 July 1995

Crapo, Michael D., 1951-?

Typed letter signed

Title: To Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

A thank you letter from Michael D. Crapo, the House representative for Idaho's second district, to Moorhead for his support against Congressman Obey's amendment to the Energy and Water Appropriations Bill which would kill research and development for electrorefining spent fuel at Argonne labs. He declares that, "The future of safe nuclear waste disposal depends on the continued development of this program. The program is good science and fiscally responsible. It is supported by the National Academy of Sciences, the Administration, the House Science Committee, and the House Appropriations…

GLC09613.01.23

17 April 1996

Coburn, Tom, 1948-?

Typed letter signed

Title: To Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

A solicitation letter from Tom Coburn, the House representative for Oklahoma's second district, to Moorhead for his support for NOFAS, the National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. Coburn is asking for a $200 donation to the charity which is entirely funded by private funds. The organization was founded in 1990 in response to a need for coordinated efforts to combat alcohol related birth defects.This letter is on Coburn's House of Representative stationery.

GLC09613.01.24

22 July 1996

Seastrand, Andrea, 1941-

Typed letter signed

Title: To Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

A thank you letter from Andrea Seastrand, the House representative for California's twenty second district, to Moorhead for his support for H.R. 3415. The act would temporarily repeal the 4.3 cent per gallon gas tax increase in the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993. This letter is on Seastrand's House of Representative stationary.

GLC09613.01.25

1993-2001

Browner, Carol M., 1955-

Typed letter signed

Title: To Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

A thank you letter from Carol Browner, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, to Moorhead for his leadership in moving the Superfund bill, H.R. 3800 through committee. The bill would make the program faster fairer and more efficient. This letter is on Browner's Environmental Protection Agency stationery.

GLC09613.01.26

1989-1993

Photograph

Title: George H.W. Bush

A portrait of President George H.W. Bush.

GLC09613.01.27

13 September 1976

Photograph

Title: President Gerald Ford

A photograph of President Gerald Ford surrounded by other men. On the back is a note which states, "at White House- President signed Government in Sunshine 8.5"

GLC09613.01.28

30 June 1944

Stone, Robert L., 1921-2009

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Jacob Stone and Beatrice Stone

Addressed to "Dad + Bee." He's happy he could get one last call in before he ships out. The train trip was "swell" and the officers had drawing rooms. This was their last night out before they sail. He's hoping he'll have mail waiting at his new address. The letter is dated "Friday Nite." "Letters in a Box" notes the letter was written on June 30, 1944.

GLC09620.108

3 July 1944

Stone, Robert L., 1921-2009

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Jacob Stone

Addressed to "Dad." He enclosed an insurance slip for his good watch that he just sent home and it needs some work to be done. He has another watch so there is no rush in getting it back. The letter is not dated, but the reciept enclosed is dated July 3, 1944. "Letters in a Box" notes the letter was written on July 3, 1944.

GLC09620.109

1970

Bleicher, Kevin, fl. 1970

Header Record

Title: [Collection of photographs of Ohio State University 1970 Anti-War Demonstrations] [Decimalized .001- .318.02]

Collection consists of approximately 318 items that consists of snapshot photographs, most accompanied by original celluloid negatives, from the 1970 Ohio State University riots, April 15 to May 7, 1970, and from the demonstrations in Washington, DC, on May 9, 1970. The Ohio State riots were one of the largest student demonstrations of the Vietnam War era but were overshadowed by the contemporaneous demonstrations at Kent State, which resulted in the deaths of four students. Seven protesters were shot at Ohio State but all survived, and Ohio Governor James Rhodes took the unprecedented…

GLC09650

1875

Engraving

Title: [Portrait of Samuel Houston]

Portrait of Samuel Houston. Included with GLC01119.01. Date drawn from handwritten note in pencil.

GLC01119.02

1 July 1794

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Manuscript document signed

Title: The Massachusetts Society of Cinncinnati in Account current with Henry Jackson Treasurer.

The second document is a July 1, 1794 account signed by Henry Jackson, including payments made for a July 4th, 1793 "Feast" for the officers. (Costs include advertising through the publisher of the Columbian Centinel, wine and dinner.) This document is kept in Size 3, Box 008.

GLC01450.627.01.02

28 June 1793

Jackson, Henry, 1747-1809

Manuscript document signed

Title: Accot. Current with Henry Jackson Treasurer

The third document is a June 28, 1793 verification of the financial accounts of the same society, which is signed by Joseph Vose, Benjamin Dana and Thomas H. Condy of the Massachusetts Society's Committee of Examination. This document is stored in Size 3, Box 008.

GLC01450.627.01.03

1908

The Outlook Company, fl. 1908

Print

Title: Stephen Austin "The Father of Texas"

Magazine clipping image of Stephen Austin standing in a forest with a dog, holding a rifle. The image is printed from a portrait held by the Texas Historical Society. A two page clipping is included which gives a brief biography of Austin. Clipping dimensions: 8.9 x 5.7 cm. Backside of image includes biographical information about Sam Houston. Image is taken from a page of volume 8 of "The Outlook" magazine, a weekly publication in New York City.

GLC02452.02

circa 1859 - 1862

McClees, J.E., fl. 1855-1865

Engraving Signed

Title: J.L. Reno

Photo taken by J.E. McClees, engraving done by J.C. Buttre. General Jesse L. Reno is pictured in his union uniform.

GLC02457.15.02

26 May 1995

Lungren, Daniel E., 1946-?

Typed letter signed

Title: To Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

A thank you letter from Daniel Lungren, the Attorney General of California, to Moorhead for his legislation the Officer's Civil Liability Act of 1995(H.R.1446). This act strives to limit the award of punitive damages "to the kinds of egregious conduct that warrant a recovery" it also limits the attorney's fees to under one-third of the recovery. Lungren also mentions a particular case Chuman V. Wright in which this bill would have been a benefit. The case was such that an officer got a warrant to search a suspected cocaine storage house. When no drugs were recovered, a lawsuit was filed…

GLC09613.01.20

4 February 1943

Stone, Robert L., 1921-2009

Postcard

Title: to Jacob Stone and Beatrice Stone

Addressed to "Folks." A brief postcard to his Father and Step-mother that he is now living in barracks and writing this card at 6 A.M. in the pitch black. Postcard has a picture of a silver plane on a blue sky background with the words "Keep 'Em Flying!" in red lettering.

GLC09620.001

4 February 1943

Stone, Robert L., 1921-2009

Postcard

Title: to Jacob Stone and Beatrice Stone

Addressed to "Folks." A brief postcard telling his parents that another day has gone by, and they only leave the barracks for food and "biological reasons." They are all hoping to get their uniforms tomorrow. Postcard has a picture of silver planes in formation on a solid blue background with the words "Keep 'Em Flying!" in red lettering. The postcard is an official U.S. Navy photograph of Scout Bombers.

GLC09620.002

6 February 1943

Stone, Robert L., 1921-2009

Postcard

Title: to Jacob Stone and Beatrice Stone

Addressed to "Folks." A brief postcard to his parents. Bob hasn't had much of a chance to write as he has been on "K.P." [kitchen patrol] for two days straight. He has not started his training tests yet though. "Everything still goes well." Postcard has a picture of a silver bomber plane flying on an orange and peach background with clouds and the words "Keep 'Em Flying!" in black lettering.

GLC09620.003

11 February 1943

Stone, Robert L., 1921-2009

Postcard

Title: to Don Stone

Addressed to "Don." A brief postcard to his brother Don. Bob hasn't had time to write a long letter, but thanks Don for his "long, newsy and amusing letter." Bob wishes him good luck in the Army and hopes to hear from him once he recieves his orders. Postcard has a picture of a silver plane flying on a light blue background with clouds and the words "Keep 'Em Flying!" in red lettering. Same image as GLC09620.001.

GLC09620.004

11 February 1943

Stone, Robert L., 1921-2009

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Jacob Stone, Beatrice Stone, and Don Stone

Addressed to "Dad, Bee, and Don (if he's still home)." Reviews the train ride down to Berry Hills, TN and being assigned to barracks before processing. They were confined in quarantine for two weeks after recieving a physical, their uniforms, and other basic goods ranging from toilet articles to a gas mask. Most of the men started on their psychs, physicals, and interviews earlier this week and last four days, but there are about 60 men who still have everything to take, including Bob, who is placed on "K.P." [Kitchen Patrol] two days in a row to account for the men who are busy testing…

GLC09620.005

12 February 1943

Stone, Robert L., 1921-2009

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Don Stone

Addressed to "Don." Wanted to write a quick letter before he "leaves to help win the war." Thanks him for the "St. Cris" (St. Christopher Medal) on a nylon chain. Describes life in the barracks as "funnier than a musical comedy on broadway." Explains he hasn't had any classification tests yet, but will probably start on Monday. Moves on to talk about the rampant gambling, and the seven-hand poker games that Don would love. Complains about the tough grind of "K.P." [Kitchen Patrol] briefly and thanks Don again for his long letter and the "St. Cris" and the inscription on it.

GLC09620.006

16 February 1943

Stone, Robert L., 1921-2009

Postcard

Title: to Jacob Stone and Beatrice Stone

Addressed to "Folks." Writes a brief note following a call they had last night. He sent his parents both his watch to be repaired and his "civies," and asks that they let him know when they arrive. He asks them to send the things he asked for by phone as soon as they can, as well as any extra candy or cookies that he would gratefully receive. Postcard has a picture of a silver plane flying on a light blue background with clouds and the words "Keep 'Em Flying!" in red lettering. Same image as GLC09620.001 and .004.

GLC09620.007

17 February 1943

Stone, Robert L., 1921-2009

Postcard

Title: to Jacob Stone

Addressed to "Dad." Writes a brief note bemoaning the fact that his group of fifty won't be able to take their "pyschs" until the 23rd at the earliest while the rest of the squadron will be classified and shipped out. Postcard has a picture of a silver plane flying over the sea on a dark blue background with a yellow moon reflecting on the clouds and water. There is a small blue and red Air Force logo on the bottom left corner and "KEEP 'EM FLYING" is on the top of the postcard in small, black print.

GLC09620.008

18 February 1943

Stone, Robert L., 1921-2009

Postcard

Title: to Jacob Stone, Beatrice Stone, Don Stone, and other family and friends

Addressed to "All." Hasty card to say he is off of quarantine and went into Nashville to meet Lois and Phil for cocktails and expects to see them for dinner later in the week. Postcard has a picture of a silver B-24 bomber plane called the "Flying Fortress" flying on a light blue background with "Keep 'Em Flying" in red lettering.

GLC09620.009