1853

G. P. Putnam and Co.

Header Record

Title: Homes Of American Authors: Comprising Anecdotal, Personal And Descriptive Sketches, By Various Writers. [Decimalized .01- .02]

One book published by G. P. Putnam and Co. dated 1853 and one letter from an envelope adhered to the inside of the book's back cover. Book contains illustrations of authors' residencies from original drawings. Envelope contains a letter from Henry Longfellow dated 1877 addressed to a Mr. W. H. Sutherland, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

GLC09690

17 April 1945

National Japanese American Student Relocation Council

Pamphlet

Title: From Camp to College, the Story of Japanese Student Relocation

One pamphlet entitled, "From Camp to College: The Story of Japanese American Student Relocation," dated April 17, 1945. Printed by the National Japanese American Student Relocation Council. Details the history of the council's inception and success rate in relocating students to unversities. Also mentions the financial aid offered and reintegration of people of Japanese ancestry after the camps closed.

GLC09691

8 March 1943

Fukushima, Janet, fl. 1943

Pamphlet

Title: to Franklin Hopper

One letter from Janet Fukushima dated March 8, 1943 addressed to Franklin F. Hopper, director of the New York Public Library with a summary of the Forum on Japanese American in the Victory Program. Thanking Hopper for participating in the forum held at the Hotel Commodore in New York City. States the financial amount needed for the committee. Lists a summary of the proceedings of the forum; its' attendees and their concerns, resolutions recommended and call for "loyal Japanese Americans" to join the war effort.

GLC09692

1933-1945

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Header Record

Title: [Thirty-two presidential messages] [Decimalized .01- .32]

Collection of thirty-two presidential messages issued during Franklin Delano Roosevelt's administration, 1933-1945. The pamphlets concern many topics including; banking, commerce, taxes, agriculture, weapons, employment, transportation, the Tennessee Valley Authority, the Volstead Act, drugs and alcohol, education, and veterans.

GLC09693

11 September 1941

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Pamphlet

Title: [President Roosevelt's Address to the nation, Washington, D.C., 1941]

One address entitled, "President Roosevelt's Address to the Nation," dated Thursday, September 11, 1941 originally delivered over broadcast. Front cover of document contains a long quote related to the Nazi Party in Germany. In this passage, Roosevelt compares them to rattlesnakes and calls for defense against them.

GLC09694

28 April 1942

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Pamphlet

Title: [President Roosevelt's Address to the nation, Washington, D.C., 1942]

One pamphlet entitled, "The President's Address" dated April 28, 1942. Front cover of document includes a quote regarding the need to fight against the "tyranny of Hitlerism."

GLC09695

23 September 1944

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Pamphlet

Title: [Address by the President before the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, 1944]

One address by President Franklin D. Roosevelt delivered before the International Brotherhood of Teamsters on September 23, 1944.

GLC09696

6 January 1941

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Pamphlet

Title: Address by the President of the United States, Washington, D.C., 1941

One address dated January 6, 1941 entitled, "Address of the President of the United States." Speech was delievered before a joint session regarding military defense against opposing forces, job equality and revolutions in other countries.

GLC09697

10 September 1942

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Printed document

Title: [Labor Day Address by the President of the United States, 1942]

One congressional record entitled, "Labor Day Address by the President of the United States." Item was printed in the congressional record on September 10, 1942. Gives profile of Lieutenant John James Powers from the United States Navy for his service in a 3-day battle against Japanese naval forces. Speech also contains matters related to the treasury, farmers wages, and military defense against the Axis.

GLC09698

17 September 1943

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Pamphlet

Title: [Progress of the War, A Message from the President of the United States, 1943]

One pamphlet entitled, "Progress of the War, A Message from the President of the United States," delivered on September 17, 1943, updating Congress on military efforts in Europe after their two month break.

GLC09699

January 20, 1945

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Pamphlet

Title: [Fourth Inaugural Address of Franklin D. Roosevelt, 1945]

One pamphlet dated January 20, 1945 entitled, "Fourth Inaugural Address of Franklin D. Roosevelt." Invocation delivered by Reverend Angus Dun, a bishop of the Protestant Episcopal. Benediction delivered by Reverend Monsignor John A. Ryan, director of the Social Action Department of the National Catholic Welfare Conference. Roosevelt reflects on the United States' global presence and importance, "We have learned that we must live as men, not as ostriches, nor as dogs in the manger."

GLC09700

January 20, 1941

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Pamphlet

Title: Third Inaugural Address of Franklin D. Roosevelt

One pamphlet dated January 20, 1941, entitled, "Third Inaugural Address of Franklin D. Roosevelt." Speech is related to the status of democracy in the United States. Alludes to symbolism of the nation as similar to a human body.

GLC09701

1942

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Book

Title: The Pathway to Peace as Told by Franklin Delano Roosevelt more than a year ago in His Message to Congress on December 8th 1941 and His Radio Address to the People of the United States of American on December 9th 1941.

One book titled "The Pathway to Peace" published by The Maple Press Company, dated 1942. The book contains reprintings of two addresses by President Franklin Roosevelt. The first is his address to Congress on December 8, 1941, the day following the attack on Pearl Harbor. The second is a radio address that aired on December 9, 1941. Book is part of a limited edition printing.

GLC09702

10 December 1953

Eisenhower, Dwight D. (Dwight David), 1890-1969

Header Record

Title: to Emmet Hughes

One typed letter signed written by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, December 10, 1953 addressed to Emmet J. Hughes. Eisenhower has sent a reply citing vulnerabilities in his administration.

GLC09704

1929-2009

Various

Header Record

Title: [Collection of items related to presidential inauguration ceremonies, 1929-2009][Decimalized .01-.13]

Collection of 13 items related to presidential inauguration ceremonies dated 1929-2009. Consists of programs and invitations to inauguration ceremonies. Presidential inaugurations included in the collection are those of Presidents Herbert Hoover, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Richard M. Nixon, Ronald Reagan, George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, George H.W. Bush, and Barack Obama.

GLC09705

1951

Bowman Gum Company

Trading card

Title: Fight the Red Menace: The Children's Crusade Against Communism Trading Cards; 23. Ghost City

One trading card from the Red Menace collection, "23. Ghost City" illustrates a looming Grim Reaper figure amidst a destructed metropolis. The reverse side contains a propaganda narrative regarding the after-effects of an atomic attack on a "great American city." The text alludes that Communists rely on fear as a tactic to dismantle the strength of America, but that the United Nations is fully prepared for any attack. The rest of the Fight the Red Menace: The Children's Crusade Against Communism Trading Cards is available in GLC09627.01-.48.

GLC09706

January 24, 1952

Pemberton, John M., fl. 1950-1957

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Mrs. John M. Pemberton

One letter dated Seoul, January 24, 1952, addressed to his wife. Relays that he will be shipping out of Korea on the 28th of Janury to rest at a hotel until February 5th. Lists where other soldiers are heading to in the states. Asks his wife to stop writing letters since he would be en route home shortly. Mentions the possibility of checking out a movie if there were any free seats.

GLC09598.20

13 November 1957

Pemberton, Kay, fl. 1950-1957

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John M. Pemberton

One letter dated Wednesday, November 13, 1957 from Kay Pemberton to her husband, John M. Pemberton. Needs address to send mail to him directly which Major Richardson has not given her yet. Describes watching his plane take off and wishing that it had been cancelled, feeling listless and wandering aimlessly around the house on Monday, doing laundry and running errands in New Brounfels on Tuesday. Goes over a mistake made at "Ol' Zipps" [the dry cleaners] who blames it on a new secretary that Kay has not seen.

GLC09609.01

14 November 1957

Pemberton, Kay, fl. 1950-1957

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John M. Pemberton

One letter dated November 14, 1957 from Kay Pemberton. Details her restless evenings, drinking several cups of coffee, cleaning, taking her clothes to the cleaners. She writes about machinery maintenance that cost $150, other daily errands, and socializing wtih friends while he is off at the Air Force.

GLC09609.02

16-21 November 1957

Pemberton, Kay, fl. 1950-1957

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John M. Pemberton

Two letters from Kay Pemberton dated November 16 and 21, 1957 to her husband John M. Pemberton. One ten-paged letter dated Monday, November 16, 1957 regarding a postcard received that reminded her of their trip to Hong Kong, men who came by the house to install plugs and a dryer which upset her because of the mess they made the day after her maid cleaned the house. Also mentioned in the letter is her interaction with neighbors, a phone call with Major Richardson notifying her where she can pick up her mail, and updates about their pet, Ching-ching. One letter dated Thursday, 21st, 1957,…

GLC09609.03

17 November 1957

Pemberton, John M., fl. 1950-1957

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Kay Pemberton

One letter dated Kadena, November 17, 1957 addressed to Kay Pemberton from her husband, John M. Pemberton. Details chores to be completed on the base which consisted of cleaning and surveillance. Gives rundown of a 15-hour schedule leading up to a 10 1/2 hour flight. Pemberton relays that the work hours were similar to those he was accustomed to during the Korean War.

GLC09609.04

18 November 1957

Pemberton, Kay, fl. 1950-1957

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John M. Pemberton

One letter dated Monday, November 18, 1957 from Kay Pemberton to her husband, John M. Pemberton. Describes her day as wandering "aimlessly." Notes that the price of a flight with American Airlines costs $112.31, her concern for their dog, Ching-ching, "she wouldn't eat a thing -- didn't play, scratch, cry or do anything but crawl under the freezer" ; receiving a call from Major Richardson regarding Pemberton's station and duties that were coming up.

GLC09609.05

19 November 1957

Pemberton, Kay, fl. 1950-1957

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John M. Pemberton

One letter dated Thursday, November 21, 1957 from Kay Pemberton to her husband, John M. Pemberton. Expresses her excitement at receiving a phone call from him. Describes interaction with friends and neighbors, shopping and purchasing a winter coat from Jaske's, drinking and staying up late, deciding whether to send for something for Putty and her father in Hong Kong or to put that money towards a Christmas present. Promises to not "drink more than a bottle a day" if he were to call soon.

GLC09609.06

20 November 1957

Pemberton, Kay, fl. 1950-1957

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John M. Pemberton

One letter dated Okinawa, November 20, 1957, addressed to his wife, Kay Pemberton. Writes about typhoon "Lola" missing them, a storm that carried winds travelling up to 225 mph, encountering Colonel Timmons, an old acquaintance from Hong Kong; hanging out with his friend Jerry Marlowe for five days, stopping by the Post Exchange and lists what is available for purchase. Includes a drawing of an envelope with an address to get ahold of him directly.

GLC09609.07

21 November 1957

Pemberton, Kay, fl. 1950-1957

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John M. Pemberton

One letter dated Thursday, November 21, 1957 from Kay Pemberton to her husband, John M. Pemberton. Expresses her excitement at receiving a phone call from him. Describes interaction with friends and neighbors, shopping and purchasing a winter coat from Jaske's, drinking and staying up late, deciding whether to send for something for Putty and her father in Hong Kong or to put that money towards a Christmas present. Promises to not "drink more than a bottle a day" if he were to call soon.

GLC09609.08