26 August 1969

Garaudy, Ellis H., 1948-1979

Autograph letter

Title: to Nancy Anderson

One letter addressed to Nancy Anderson from Ellis H. Garaudy dated August 26, 1969. Pertains to feeling homesick, Nancy's upcoming birthday, promotion to sergeant and news about the area where he is stationed. Refers to the Pleiku area as quiet and surrounded by communists. Garaudy remarks that the opposing forces outnumber them and tells her he saw the remains of three GI's in a plastic bag. Garaudy will be leaving on September 3, 1969 and returning to Phan Rang and then home. He tells Nancy he will be on leave from September 16, 1969 until October 15, 1969. He refers to the murders "back…

GLC09605

1965-1976

Various

Header Record

Title: [Letters belonging to William E. Johnson, 1965-1976] [Decimalized .01-.39]

Collection of personal correspondence belonging to William E. Johnson dated 1965-1976. Consists of 40 letters received primarily by his wife, Roseann Goodford related to the Vietnam War while aboard the USS Rogers. Includes topics related to war conflict, moving from New York to California; and Johnson and Goodford's newlywed sentiments. By 1976, Johnson has left the navy, and has moved ot New York to work towards a career in the securities industry.

GLC09606

5 May 1965

Johnson, Roseann Goodford, 1941-?

Typed letter signed

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann Johnson dated May 5, 1965. Roseann forwards to Bill a copy of a letter (see GLC09606.01.02) from Bobi that Roseann received from her mother. Roseann concludes by writing that she will address his letter to U.S.S. Rogers. Written on Case, Pomperoy and Company stationery.

GLC09606.01.01

28 April 1965

Bobi, fl. 1965

Typed letter

Title: to Roseann

One letter addressed to Roseann from Bobi dated April 28, 1965. Pertains to Roseann's engagement to Bill, his military service, Bobi's pregnancy and her husband Vince. Bobi asks if Bill has received his commission. Expresses concern that Vince may not come back home after his stint in the Reserves is over. She mentions her children, a few friends, and her and Vince's moving plans. Originally forwarded to Roseann's parents.

GLC09606.01.02

6 May 1965

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Typed letter

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated May 6, 1965. Writes to Bill, jesting but disappointed that she had not received any mail from him since he has been in California. She had "tore upstairs after work" only to find "Nothing." She jokes that her "wrath would have been impossible" if he had not sent a "sweet note this morning."

GLC09606.02

7 May 1965

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Typed letter

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated May 7, 1965. She mentions to Bill her errands including picking up "pictures...from Berkly [sic], and then home (Marion's) and to the dentist." She writes that she would like to know how his first day (presumably aboard the U.S.S. Rogers) had gone.

GLC09606.03

10 May 1965

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated May 10, 1965. Refers to him as "Red-Eyes." She describes the photographs of the two of them she received in the mail. Wishes they had images from the first time they met. Mentions receiving a shot of penicillin from Dr. Bander. Notes that if her condition does not improve she may receive another. Also mentions finances and buying a new home in California.

GLC09606.04

18 February 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bill (my Love)

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Rebecca dated February 18, 1966. She mentions that he received a statement and an interest credit from the Navy Federal Credit Union. Details working at the University Mechanical and Engineering Contractors and her co-worker Sally. She informs Bill that she received time off from Walt Ridenow so that she may visit Dr. Casey. Mentions that she will draft a letter to Marcus regarding jewelry, possibly her engagement ring. She also mentions she will be drafting a letter to Playboy.

GLC09606.05

27 March 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated March 27, 1966. Pertains to a visit from her coworkers Sally, her friend from work and a phone call from Mrs. Corzine in the evening. Mrs. Corzine referred an accountant to them to process their tax returns. Chief Corzine had been expected to leave the Navy, however is currently "tied up in red tape," unable to reach San Diego. Roseann asks Bill how the ship has been without Chief Corzine.

GLC09606.06

15 April 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated April 15, 1966. Pertains to finances for their car to be fixed, filing taxes and other life updates. She comments on the cost of the repairs and the joy from "dragging with other cars." Roseann writes that she wishes she could lounge at the "Officer's beach at the Naval Air Station (the one we never made)."

GLC09606.07

5 May 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated May 5, 1966. Pertains to delays on signing on the house due to red tape delaying the lawyers. She states she is mentally exhausted and that she longs to see Bill again, "to reach out and know [struck: you are real]."

GLC09606.08

21 May 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated May 21, 1966. Pertains to spending the evening with coworker, Sally. The evening consisted of two moves at the drive-in: "Darling" and "Cat Ballou." Roseann writes that she misses Bill. She jokes that she has had "visions of...slipping overboard from the quarterdeck," but she does not want to pass out from him squeezing her too tightly when they see each other again.

GLC09606.09

23 May 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Typed letter signed

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated May 23, 1966. Pertains to her dental health and her concern that she will not get a raise from her job at University Mechanical and Engineering Contractors. She describes her recent dental procedures and their cost. She asks Bill if his own dental issues have been addressed and mentions that she will be sending her letter for him to receive when he "finally" gets his mail.

GLC09606.10

25 May 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Typed letter

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated May 25, 1966. Pertains to receiving a raise at work; Bill moving to Long Beach; and other updates. Mentions meeting Joyce Tonti over a phone call whose husband is a "career" in the service. Roseann mentions Admiral Bomberger who will be speaking at an upcoming event. Notes that she may live with her parents for three months while Bill will lives in Long Beach. She closes by mentioning the silks he bought for her for which she is still seeking a pattern.

GLC09606.11

28 May 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated May 28, 1966. Describes feeling lazy watching television in the morning. She has been thinking of only Bill and has been endlessly looking at photographs of him. Upon reflection, she gleams, "God! You're beautiful," and closes with "I love you Bill."

GLC09606.12

31 May 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated May 31, 1966. Gives updates on mutual friends who have been sent into service. She is looking forward to having their "drinking buddies back." Roseann mentions Lucy [sic] Johnson, President Johnson's daughter, and Pat Neugent [sic] who will be marrying on August 6, their anniversary which annoys her slightly. She asks Bill to compose "something" (presumably a letter) for them and asks if it will be signed "Ensign and Mrs." She sent Bill their tax returns to sign and that she cannot write again until she has the money for stamps.

GLC09606.13

1 June 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Typed letter signed

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated June 1, 1966. Pertains to her emotional state. When she thinks of "us...everything sweet just flows through me and I cry." She mentions their friend Betty Lapore who has recently had a hysterectomy. Someone has recently complimented her on her ring, which makes her "so pleased." She will be going to dinner with Joyce Tonti and is saddened by the fact that when she gets home there most likely will not be any mail.

GLC09606.14

8 June 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bill (Love)

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated June 8, 1966. Pertains to an evening out which involved dinner and bingo. She writes she missed the second Charlie Brown special. A commercial, directed by her brother Jack, was to air that night. After bingo, where no one from "Decron 77" won, she and Joyce went for a drink. Roseann tells Bill she has been enjoying getting to know Joyce and that they both sat with Diane Hayes and Lynn at dinner. Roseann had run blue prints all day at work and was feeling ill due to the exposure to ammonia. She relays that she would write more but…

GLC09606.15

10 June 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated June 10, 1966. Enclosed with a self-portrait photograph. Makes comments on her appearance. She discusses working with prints and the exposure to ammonia at work. Roseann relays that all the bills have been paid but not without anxiety.

GLC09606.16

15 June 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Typed letter signed

Title: to Bill (Love)

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated June 15, 1966. Gives updates on family and friends; mentions an insurance claim on an expected package for Bill; and a reverse service charge from Union Park. She mentions watching a TV show about Wall Street that only contained two cuts of women in the scenes. Writes that she and Mr. Anger from Victaulic discussed both being from New York City's vicinity. She closes by mentioning the photographs she has been sending to Bill and comments on her gratitude that her workday is almost done.

GLC09606.17

22 June 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated June 22, 1966. Pertains to her work, a visit to Admiral Kidd's, wedding presents for another couple and a birthday present for Bill. She mentions that it should be expected that she will be quitting her job at University Mechanical and Engineering Contractors a few weeks after Bill returns from his naval service.

GLC09606.18

22 June 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated June 22, 1966. Pertains to ordering air mail stationery for Bill, delay of letters from her and updates on family and friends. Her father was visiting her at the time of her writing the letter. She counts down the days until Bill returns and that as she awaits him she is "rapidly going off my nut!" Notes that Geri Blari notified her about her mail.

GLC09606.19

23 June 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated June 23, 1966. Mentions receiving his previous three letters. Notes that she celebrated her birthday with her mother, Elaine, and Don. Roseann reflects on her age and that "life's been pretty interesting thus far." She relays that Don had written to Bill and mentions the awkwardness over the issue of Bill's stolen present that Don had sent him. Roseann complains that she had to go to work. She asks if Bill is up for a "swak."

GLC09606.20

27 June 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bill

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann Johnson dated June 27, 1966. Writes that her mother will be sending a package with food via airmail to him. Gives updates on family and friends. Rich, according to his girlfriend Mary O'Connell will ship off by the following month. Roseann looks forward to Bill's upcoming leave and the future "benefit" of not working when that time arrives. She discusses clothing and measurements. Has concerns that a clothier in Hong Kong will lose her clothes. She ends her letter because she was "getting too warm," thinking of him. Also enclosed is a…

GLC09606.21

5 July 1966

Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bill (Lover)

One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann Johnson dated July 5, 1966. Pertains to Bill's return home, Roseann taking a civil service test and their one-year anniversary. She teases him about their one-year anniversary by suggesting a lawyer will accompany her to the pier to implement a divorce. Roseann closes with a brief cryptic message in what appears to be a personal shorthand.

GLC09606.22