11 May 1961

Kennedy, Robert Francis, 1925-1968

Typed letter signed

Title: to Jackie Robinson

One typed letter addressed to Jackie Robinson dated May 11, 1961 from Robert F. Kennedy. Kennedy writes to Robinson commending him for his work related to civil rights. "We intend to follow through with vigorous enforcement of the civil rights laws and I believe we will make progress. However, the record will speak for itself three or four years from now. You will make a judgment and so will the people of the United States, as well as those overseas. You have made a great contribution in the civil rights field and you can be of considerable assistance in seeing that we keep moving ahead."

GLC09754.06

2 June 1961

Kennedy, Robert Francis, 1925-1968

Typed letter signed

Title: to Jackie Robinson

One typed letter addressed to Jackie Robinson dated June 2, 1961 from Robert F. Kennedy. Kennedy thanks him for expressing his sentiments, probably related to the progress of gaining civil rights.

GLC09754.07

13 November 1962

Kennedy, Robert Francis, 1925-1968

Typed letter signed

Title: to Jackie Robinson

One typed letter addressed to Jackie Robinson dated November 13, 1962 from Robert F. Kennedy. Kennedy appreciates his comments from a letter sent on October 30, 1962. "There is no question in my mind that the progress which was made in the last 22 months will be sustained and accelerated in the next two years."

GLC09754.08

29 October 1963

Kennedy, Robert Francis, 1925-1968

Typed letter signed

Title: to Jackie Robinson

One typed letter addressed to Jackie Robinson dated October 29, 1963 from Robert F. Kennedy. Kennedy expresses his gratitude of Robinson's efforts to open schools in Prince Edward County.

GLC09754.09

10 May 1882

Anthony, Susan B., 1820-1906

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Annie Nowlan Savery

One letter addressed to Annie Nowlan Savery from Susan B. Anthony dated New York, May 10, 1882. Requests that she notify her when she has arrived home. Asks that she report to Rachel G. Foster who will be traveling with May Wright Sewall from North Pennsylvania to Indianapolis. Language used by Anthony alludes to fighting a battle whereby she refers to an "enemy," "ammunition," "war." Also mentions the need to raise $10,000 for a women's suffrage campaign.

GLC09755

1789

Goddard, Mary Katherine, 1736-1816

Header Record

Title: [Materials related to Mary Katherine Goddard] [Decimalized .01-.04]

Collection of materials related to Mary Katherine Goddard dated 1789. Pertains to her dismissal as the Postmaster of Baltimore. Consists of four documents that stated the grounds of her dismissal and petition to have her reinstated and letters. These items were sent to President George Washington. See GLC01747 for George Washington's letter on her removal.

GLC09756

1925-1931

Various

Header Record

Title: Collection of Arthur Ruhl papers, 1925-1931 [Decimalized .01-.13]

Collection consists of 13 letters dated 1925-1931 addressed to Arthur Ruhl pertaining to the American occupation in Haiti and the conditions of the U.S. transitioning out of the country. Other subject matter is related to Ruhl's article from Collier's Weekly News and notes from his editor to make the writing more accessible to readers. Letters from military officials in Haiti mention the political environment and criticism of Herbert Hoover. Also includes references to Haitian officials such as Jean-Price Mars and Max Hudicourt.

GLC09757

7 February 1801

Glen, Jacob, 1735-1828

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Glen

One letter addressed to Henry Glen from his uncle and former Loyalist, Jacob Glen, dated February 7, 1801. Pertains to the presidential election of 1800. Glen writes that Jefferson is likely to be elected. Item contains adhesive.

GLC09758

14 June 1977

Ray, James Earl, 1928-1998

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Jack Kershaw

One letter to Jack Kershaw dated June 14, 1977 from James Earl Ray. Ray writes from prison pertainng to a transfer between prisons. He was opposed to transferring to a federal prison believing that he would be assaulted or murdered. Relays statutes and laws that would be in his favor to prevent a transfer.

GLC09759

16 April 1865

Mosher, George, fl. 1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George N. Willeston

One letter to George N. Willeston from George Mosher dated Brooklyn, April 16, 1865. Describes rent prices going up, and the feel of New York after President Lincoln's assassination. Businesses closed and people draped black crepes over the windows. Envelope included.

GLC09760

1922-1924

Ruhl, Arthur, 1876-1935

Header Record

Title: [Documents related to American Relief Administration's work to aid Russian famine.][Decimalized .01-.40]

Collection of 40 items dated 1922-1924 related to Arthur Ruhl's administrative responsibilites to the Moscow office of the American Relief Administration. Consists of official and personal correspondence and financial documents pertaining to Ruhl's work in Russia following the famine of 1921. Content notes Ruhl's modes of transportations, donating his funds from expenses to the efforts, an attempt by an unnamed museum to attain a rare bird species, and details efforts by citizens in Russia to feed impoverished residents of Moscow.

GLC09761

8 February 1968

Associated Press

Photograph

Title: [Portrait of Martin Luther King Jr.]

One photograph of Martin Luther King Jr. speaking into several microphones. Photograph has an orange editorial marking. On reverse side are two newsclippings featuring his portrait.

GLC09737.03

1968

Associated Press

Photograph

Title: [Memorial photo of Martin Luther King Jr.]

One photograph of Martin Luther King Jr., with a caption below his name that reads "'We Shall Overcome' 1929-1968."

GLC09737.04

26 March 1965

Associated Press

Photograph

Title: Civil Rights Marchers Reach Montgomery

One wirephoto of marchers with Martin Luther King Jr., and his wife Coretta Scott King at the front. Wire transfers describes marchers as a "stream," as they walked 50 miles from Selma, Alabama. Protesters carry American flags. On reverse side is an Associated Press copyright stamp and date "March 26, 1965."

GLC09737.05

6 February 1968

United Press International

Photograph

Title: Arlington, VA

One exterior shot of Martin Luther King Jr., among 1,500 members of a group known as, "Clergy and Laymen Concerned About Vietnam." In this group are regonized religious leaders of Christian and Jewish faith. Background of photograph features the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Caption describes a silent vigil held at Arlington National Cemetery on February 6.

GLC09737.06

4 May 1964

United Press International

Photograph

Title: Detroit

One telephoto entitled "Detroit," printed by United Press Internationa dated May 4, 1964. Image depicts a line of protesters picketing in front of the General Motors headquarters in Detroit, Michigan. Wire transfer information details that 300 protesters were picketing against racial discriminiation at GM. Protest was organized by the NAACP.

GLC09716.01

25 July 1964

United Press International

Photograph

Title: Rochester, N.Y.

One telephoto entitled "Rochester, N.Y." printed by United Press International dated July 25, 1964. Depicts four Black men posed infront of a sign that reads "Freedom Now."

GLC09716.03

25 July 1964

Associated Press

Photograph

Title: City state police team at work

One wirephoto entitled, "City state police team at work" taken by Associated Press dated July 25, 1964. Image is of two police officers escorting a Black man through the streets. On reverse side, wire transfer information states that the man was arrested by city and state police officers. This was among many arrests made during riots that took place in Rochester, NY.

GLC09716.04

25 February 1965

United Press International

Photograph

Title: Selma, Ala.

One telephoto entitled, "Selma, Ala." taken by the UPI dated February 25, 1965. Image is of a crowd of African Americans standing before Wilson Baker, safety director, in the forefront of the photograph with his back to the viewer. Pictured in Selma, Alabama. Wire transfer information states that the people were kneeling, praying and singing following a ban on marches after 4:30 p.m., which was put in place by the mayor of Selma.

GLC09716.05

16 March 1965

Associated Press

Photograph

Title: Stage protest march

One wirephoto entitled, "Stage Protest March," taken by the Associated Press dated March 16, 1965. Image is of a crowd of Black protesters holding signs that read, "Gas is Nazism." Wire transfer information states that 2,000 people attended the protest in Atlanta, Georgia. They marched to the front of a federal building where they chanted "We Want Freedom Now."

GLC09716.06

15 June 1964

United Press International

Photograph

Title: Washington

One telephoto entitled, "Washington" printed by United Press International dated June 15, 1964. Image is of relgious leaders marching in Washington D.C. in front of the U.S. Capitol. Signs held by protester reads, "Pass Civil Rights Bill Now for Full Voting Rights For All Now," and "New York March to Washington Civil Rights Legislation Now." Wire transfer information details that 1,000 New Yorkers attend the March on Washington.

GLC09716.02

4 August 1971

Zabala, fl. 1971

Photograph

Title: [Photograph of protest rally]

One black and white photograph credited to "Zabala" dated August 4, 1971. Image is of a protest rally to free Black political prisoners. Protesters are carrying signs that read, "Free Ruchell Magee," "Free Angela Now" and "Free all political prisoners AFT-Oakland." Protests likely took place in Oakland, California due to signs that are specific to Oakland local unions.

GLC09716.07

4 August 1971

Zabala, fl. 1971

Photograph

Title: [Photograph of a rally in support of Angela Davis]

One black and white photograph taken by "Zabala" dated August 4, 1971. Image is of a crowd of people gathered on a lawn. Some members of the crowd sit on top of a parked car in the foreground. Reverse side contains a stamp that reads, "Angela Davis/Rally in Oakland."

GLC09716.08

10 June 1963

United Press International

Photograph

Title: Danville, Va.

One telephoto entitled, "Danville, Va." taken by UPI dated June 10, 1963. Image is Black protesters marching down a street. Wire transfer information states the protesters pictured were en route to a desegregation rally.

GLC09717.01

29 April 1964

Associated Press

Photograph

Title: Police Drag Demonstrators to Clear Street

One wirephoto entitled, "Police Drag Demonstrators to Clear Street," taken by Associated Press dated April 29, 1964. Image is of a police officer dragging a Black man by his legs. Other officers and civilians walk around the street or are sitting on the curb. Wire transfer information states that the protests took place in Nashville, Tennessee. Fifty people were arrested for protesting in front of a segregated cafeteria.

GLC09717.02