1917

War Department Commission on Training Camp Activities

Printed document

Title: Camp Songs of the United States Army Ambulance Corps

Collected by Kenneth S. Clark representing the War Department Commission on Training Camp Activities. World War I song sheet with printed lyrics for 10 songs including "Battle Hymn of the Republic," "Kaiser Bill," and "When Sammy Comes Driving Home."

GLC09572

1963-1978

Wetmore, Roderick, fl. 1963-1977

Header Record

Title: [Letters belonging to the Wetmore family, 1963-1978][Decimalized .01.01-.02.323]

Collection of letters belonging to the Wetmore family dated 1963-1978. The collection is split between two sets correspondence. The first (GLC09753.01) is sent from Nellie Joe Wetmore to her husband, H. Davis Wetmore and other family members dated primarily 1963. Her letters pertains to her travels through Europe and to the Middle East with a missionary group. In one letter she describes visiting the Gaza strip. The second set (GLC09753.02) are letters and greeting cards sent between Rod Wetmore and his wife and daughter Connie and Kathy Wetmore. Rod Wetmore is stationed in Germany on his…

GLC09573

1945

Printed document

Title: Nothing In Hell DID Stop the Timberwolves! VE Day Greetings from Second Battalion, 415th Infantry…

Two Army 104th Division Timberwolves VE Day cartoon map booklets. The 3-panel illustrated cartoon style map within the booklet depicts major events the US Army's 104th Division Timberwolves took part in while in WWII in Europe. The artwork is by S/Sgt John A. Lehti and dated May 9th, 1945 Germany and titled "Touring Europe with the Timberwolves!". Members of the 104th Infantry Division, 2nd Battalion, 415th Infantry (plus those missing and dead) along with their company and rank are listed on 12 text panels. The division motto was "Nothing In Hell Can Stop the Timberwolves!" and their…

GLC09575

1930-1945

Various

Header Record

Title: [Letters to Paul H. Lobik] [Decimalized .001-.176]

A collection of two hundred and two letters sent to Paul H. Lobik. Many of the letters are from girls and discuss possible dates. There are also letters from Margaret Lobik, Paul's wife, and many letters from Pat Addison a good friend and writer. Addison included many poems with her letters.

GLC09576

1932-1934

Various

Header Record

Title: [Letters to Paul H. Lobik] [Decimalized .01-.27]

A collection of twenty seven letters to Paul H. Lobik from 1932-1934. Some letters from his brother James Lobik describe the brother's work in the Civilian Conservation Corps in Oregon, and the possibility of Paul coming to work there as well.

GLC09577

1937

Various

Header Record

Title: To Paul H. and Margaret Frances Lobik [Decimalized .001-.111.02]

A collection of one hundred and fifty three letters, photographs and greeting cards sent to Paul H. Lobik and his wife Margaret Frances Lobik. Some letters are from service men during World War II. There are also letters from friends of Margaret writing to her during treatment for tuberculosis. There are two letters from Paul to Margaret while she was in treatment at a sanatorium.

GLC09578

1929

Various

Header Record

Title: [Letters to Margaret Frances Lobik][Decimalized .001-.128]

A collection of 147 items, mostly letters, to Margaret Frances Lobik, primarily correspondence from friends she made while being treated for tuberculosis at a sanatorium. This collection also contains a deck of cards, a necklace, 10 photos, 8 postcards and 2 pamphlets.

GLC09579

22 January 1947

Crist, Carla, fl. 1945-1952

Header Record

Title: Letter and newspaper clipping to Margaret and Paul Lobik

One letter and newspaper clipping sent to Margaret and Paul Lobik by Carla Crist.

GLC09579.017

26 December 1945

N., Reba, fl. 1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Mary Crist, Margaret Lobik and Paul Lobik

One letter from Reba N. to Mary Crist, Paul Lobik and Margaret Lobik dated December 26, 1945. Reba is writing to catch everyone up on news from the family. There is one sickness, Frank, and two deaths, Ellen, and Howard. There have also been two marriages, Wright and Mary Grace Marsh, and Florence and Morris Kenny.

GLC09579.001

2 January 1946

Westcott, Thelma L., fl. 1946-1949

Postcard

Title: To Margaret Lobik

One postcard from Thelma Westcott to Margaret Lobik dated January 2, 1946. An update on her condition after going home. She mentions being sick with the flu but that she is better now. Thelma also mentions several other friends and their conditions. She said Dorothy was ill with the flu, Mrs Maeller had pneumonia, and Tom Cummingham had an extra pleural right after they left.

GLC09579.002

7 January 1946

Crist, Bertha, fl. 1946-1951

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Mary Crist, Margaret Lobik and Paul Lobik

One letter from Bertha Crist to Mary Crist, Margaret, and Paul Lobik dated January 7, 1946. A Crist family update from Bertha. Bertha mentions that she had been sick but is better. She mentions Ellen's death. She also sends thanks for the Christmas gift of stationery. Bertha also encourages that Margaret takes it easy and regain her strength.

GLC09579.003

18 January 1946 - 21 January 1946

Header Record

Title: To Margaret Lobik

2 letters enclosed in an envelope from the Iowa State Medical Library

GLC09579.004

18 January 1946

Dean-Throckmorton, Jeannette, fl. 1946-1950

Typed letter signed

Title: To Margaret Lobik

One letter from Jeannette Dean-Throckmortonto Margaret Lobik dated January 18, 1946. This letter discusses a surgery that Margaret had for a collapse of the lung, and best wishes for recovery. Jeannette also mentions her hobbies and that she joined the America Physicians Art Association. Jeanette also mentions that she entered four items in a show and got one first price and 2 honorable mentions and that when the war restrictions are over she will receive a silver cup, and 2 silver medals.

GLC09579.004.01

21 January 1946

Crist, Frances, fl. 1946-1956

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Margaret Lobik

One letter from Frances Crist to Margaret Lobik dated January 21, 1946. She is glad to hear the surgery went well, and that she has Paul and Mary to take care of her.

GLC09579.004.02

5 February 1946

Mostek, Raymond, fl. 1943-1947

Greeting Card

Title: To Margaret Lobik

One birthday greeting card from Raymond and Irene Mostek, to Margaret Lobik dated February 5, 1946. Features a flower pot that is designed to look as if it has been cross stitched.

GLC09579.005

5 February 1946

Various

Header Record

Title: To Margaret Lobik

This is two letters and a note card that were enclosed in one envelope to Margaret Lobik.

GLC09579.006

4 February 1946

Crist, Frances, fl. 1946-1956

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Margaret Lobik

One letter from Frances Crist to Margaret Lobik dated February 4, 1946. Frances asks after Margaret's health and comments about the recent deaths in the family. She also mentions the groundhog coming out of his home and seeing his shadow which means another six weeks of winter. As well as a visit Maybell and Dorothy will make to another family member Margaret in California. Was enclosed with GLC09579.01.06.02, and GLC09579.01.06.03

GLC09579.006.01

1861-1865 ca.

Envelope

Title: Envelope

The envelope has a image of Jefferson davis running away with the caption "Jeff Davis instead of taking Washington, takes to his heels."

GLC06627.03.004

5 July 1862

Gardner, Horace B., fl. 1862

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Nellie

Horace B. Gardner writes to Nellie Boardman from Fort Albany, where he is stationed with the 14th regiment. After writing that he has never heard her name before, he decribes his Fourth of July celebration, a picnic and fireworks. He writes about the fort and camp life. Gardner identifies the "Sutler" as the worst enemy to the soldiers, listing the high prices of his goods. This letter is on McClellan lettersheet with McClellan patriotic image envelope. Written at Fort Frederick (also known as Fort Albany).

GLC02665.01

12 July 1862

Gardner, Horace B., fl. 1862

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Nellie

Horace B. Gardner writes to Nellie Boardman. Responding to her suggestion that a draft may be required to fill the Massachusetts quota, he discusses the value of fighting in defense of his country and her laws. Gardner writes of the 14th Regiment's potential move to Richmond, and of his kind Captain and Lieutenant. He discusses the food available to the soldiers and explains that farmers come to camp to trade milk for bread. His letter is on choice multicolor Magnus General Halleck lettersheet, with a eagle and shield patriotic envelope.Written at Fort Frederick (also known as Fort Albany)

GLC02665.02

22 July 1862

Gardner, Horace B., fl. 1862

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Nellie

Horace B. Gardner writes to Nellie Boardman, referring to an ambrotype of himself that he includes with the letter. He writes of his previous night's guard duty, and he describes Warren H. Knights's attempted, and two other soldiers' succesful, desertions. Gardner describes a duel between a Union officer and a civilian. He says that his regiment has been put in General Pope's division and must be ready to move at any time. This letter is on plain paper with multicolor Magnus White House Views patriotic envelope. Written at Fort Frederick (also known as Fort Albany).

GLC02665.03

1862

Gardner, Horace B., fl. 1862

Envelope

Title: To Nellie

This envelope has a Major General G. B. Mc Clellan patriotic portrait. Addressed to Mrs. Nellie M Boardman. Written at Fort Frederick (also known as Fort Albany).

GLC02665.04

9 October 1862 - 2 August 1863

Baker, T. Otis, 1844-1910

Diary

Title: [Diary of T. Otis Baker, B company, 10th regiment, Mississippi, infantry]

Lieutenant T. Otis Baker served in Co. B, 10th Mississippi Infantry, C.S.A. The diary covers 9 October 1862-2 August 1863. The diary includes descriptions of regiment's progress and moves, descriptions of various battles (including Vicksburg, Gettysburg, and Port Hudson), and information about camp life and food rations. He discusses Northern and Southern war politics, including the Emancipation Proclamation and draft riots. The diary also includes discussions of virtues, religion, and self-improvement. It is primarily written in pencil and has some touch-ups.

GLC03134.01

1862-1863

Baker, T. Otis, 1844-1910

Photograph

Title: Carte de visite

A carte de visite of a man and a woman most likely "Mr. & Mrs. T. Otis Baker"

GLC03134.02

1862-1863

Baker, T. Otis, 1844-1910

Ephemera

Title: Calling Card

A calling card for "Mr. & Mrs. T. Otis Baker"

GLC03134.03