17 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond comments on how disappointing the previous night's entertainment had been. Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

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18 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond begs Estelle not to live alone. Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

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10 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond writes that the smell of Estelle's "hair, powder" is "causing a glow within". Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.545

21 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond instructs Estelle to go out that evening, and pretend that he is with her. Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.546

23 November 1944

Spero, Estelle, fl. 1942

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sidney Diamond

Thanksgiving card sent from Estelle to Sidney, in which she writes that she is giving thanks for Sidney: "for the past we have had together and for the future to be." He adds in the note, "To Us!!!", and then signs his name.

GLC09120.547

30 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond reports that nearly every member of his company has contracted some sort of skin infection from the climate. Sidney writes that he does not really like the new island: "Whereas before we complained of the interminable rain - Here it's always hot and dry - " Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.548

6 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond writes that the soldiers have been swamped with packages of various delicacies, to the extent that they had to have a party in order to cheat the ants of eating the food. Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.549

18 November 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond apologizes for not being able to write more, explaining that it is simply impossible, but reassures Estelle that there is "no need to fret." Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific photocopy

GLC09120.550

19 December 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond tells Estelle that she is in his heart continuously. Sidney states that the fact that he has not received any letters in weeks has only made him realize the importance of their correspondence. He writes: "Take care of yourself and have all the joy and pleasure you desire of life - Miss nothing." Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific photocopy

GLC09120.551

25 December 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond writes, "It is difficult at present to be the cold, the practical…I cannot say where we are, what we are doing, what we will do - There's been so much between us unsaid and undone - So much of our lives missed - " He instructs Estelle that, whatever happens, she should "be happy". He continues: "…get everything we would have liked - fill your life - - (er - only keep my little niche open - so if I ever get home - I'll know there's one place waiting for me - - my corner of the world - Let it be a small alcove in your heart…" Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.552

25 December 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Greeting Card

Title: to Estelle Spero

Christmas greeting card to Estelle. Written on an unknown island in the South Pacific

GLC09120.553

27 December 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond mentions that he had run into someone he had trained with in Edgewood. He recalls his first meeting with Estelle. Written en route to the Philippines

GLC09120.554

22 December 1944

Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Estelle Spero

Diamond writes that life is wonderful of late, "enjoying myself to the fullest extent of the articles of war - Written en route to the Philippines

GLC09120.555

07 March 1864

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

describes his sleeping quarters. He recently went to a party at Col. Chesney's. He met a Mrs. Eastman and a Mrs. Reed.

GLC02744.164

10 March 1864

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He agrees to give up drinking. He writes at great length about the abuse of alcohol of which he will no longer participate in by abstaining entirely.

GLC02744.165

13 March 1864

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He had Capt. Belden arrested for drunkeness and Lt. Brown for letting his men leave camp without permission. He tells Charley and Lucien to be patient.

GLC02744.166

17 March 1864

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He talks about the weather and compares it to Conn. He says the climate is healthier where he is. He would like to have her come but says the enemy is too close right now. He mentions Aunt Armenia.

GLC02744.167

31 March 1864

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He describes what he does on a daily basis. then describes her routine. calls her brave and self-sacrificing. He longs for a time when partings will be unknown.

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06 April 1864

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He describes the journey to Heateras. traveled with many men on furlough and on their way home to Conn. Mentions Lt. Stanley and his sea sickness.

GLC02744.172

05 April 1864

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He is well in body and contented in mind. tells her to send the box of cakes express to newbern as they will not keep until they reach him.

GLC02744.173

07 April 1864

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucien Burpee

He tells him a story of how one night the officer-in-command summoned him and told him the enemy was preparing a trap for them for the morning and the mishaps that subsequently followed.

GLC02744.174

14 April 1864

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes that they decided to have the troops grow vegetables for the use of the soldiers. He does not like the idea of planting the seeds himsehold. He might find a "good darkey and let him plant it..." Wonders if she misses "Factory Life."

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15 April 1864

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Charley Burpee

He writes that he received his letter. is enclosing ten cents that John asked him to give to Charley. He tells him to love his mother and father.

GLC02744.176

15 April 1864

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Lucien Burpee

He writes that he is glad Lucien tries to be a good boy and if he ever finds himself in the company of naughty boys to play elsewhere.

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18 April 1864

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He acknowledges that she is going to Wilbraham and Somers. writes that Capt. Leastham is under arrest for overstaying his leave of absence, Doctor Tennant wants to see his intended wife, and Lucius Fowler just found out his father died.

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