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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is upset because he is out of cigarettes. He heard they may offer their ration of 2 packs per week this time, but thinks this isn't nearly enough.

GLC09414.1283

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went Christmas shopping with another soldier. He received a package but was disappointed it contained no cigarettes. He also received a letter from Bess, and is glad she approves of him as Sylvia's husband.

GLC09414.1291

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he received a package containing fish from Sylvia. He asks her to enclose some cigarettes in one of the Christmas bundles. He mentions that they had a Chanukah party last night.

GLC09414.1292

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe found the carton of cigarettes that Marge sent. He is glad Sylvia's parents have gotten to Florida. He hopes her Dad will get better there, and that Sylvia can finally relax.

GLC09414.1293

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says he has been guarding German prisoners for the past three days, and has a hard time believing that they have hurt people. He describes them as meek as lambs. But at the same time he has no sympathy for them.

GLC09414.1296

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe practiced a little French and gave an English lesson last night. He tried French coffee and was not impressed. He says he is glad Sylvia got the Valentine's day flowers he sent her.

GLC09414.1353

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's letters by assuring her that time and distance have not distorted his picture of her. He mentions David's (her nephew) recent antics and compares it to things Marge did as an infant. He also wonders what Ada's new job is.

GLC09414.1354

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe notes that it is St. Patrick's Day. He says he knows that any praise Sylvia gives him is biased, and that he is not so eloquent as she thinks. Sylvia has complained about a pen, in a recent letter and he asks which pen she has been complaining...

GLC09414.1355

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe notes the shift changes this week, and now he'll have to work at 3:30 in the afternoon. He said he saw a show last night, and that he is glad Sylvia is enjoying learning more about psychology.

GLC09414.1356

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes a beautiful day and the birds singing. He writes that he liked the results of the Yalta conference

GLC09414.1357

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that German civilization is being destroyed. He also mentioned receiving a letter from Eddie saying how nice it was to hear from Sylvia. He also is glad that Dorothy Smith invited her over for dinner.

GLC09414.1358

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reacts to the news that they have to move again. He tells Sylvia that they just have to go with the flow and the only thing constant in life is change.

GLC09414.1359

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is glad Sylvia enjoyed the Provincetown Playhouse. He says it is not the sort of thing he would ordinarily enjoy but he will cheerfully allow her to take him anywhere.

GLC09414.1360

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to see the film version of "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn." He is upset because they decided the base pay is $50. He also asks Sylvia if she found his green watch.

GLC09414.1361

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is reminded of the 2 weeks Sylvia spent at Nevele when she was recuperating. He notes that the last phase of the war in Germany has begun. He also sent her another package of toiletries.

GLC09414.1362

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe tells Sylvia to tell his mother not to send so many packages. He mentions that he follows the news with keen interest, and knows it is only a matter of time. He also writes that a man named Cummings is getting a furlough home as an exception.

GLC09414.1363

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that he saw a film that wasn't that great, though he liked the playing of Chopin in it. The news about the war continues to be the best as the German defenses are crumbling.

GLC09414.1364

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

in regard to a reduction in the force and class of mail service.

GLC09400.337

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

mentions the Whig party

GLC09400.268

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

asks him to see Mr. French

GLC09400.269

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

writes to thank him for standing by him.

GLC09400.302

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

asks him for a copy of the oath of A.G Mayer.

GLC09400.326

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

asks him to secure an appointment for him in an office of his choosing.

GLC09400.329

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

request that Bruce will continue their subscription for the Penn Monthly.

GLC09400.335

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

"Please inform me if the place is secured."

GLC09400.336

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

requests the surveys of Nebraska, California, Dakota, New Mexico and Texas.

GLC09400.349

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

letter of recommendation for Geo. N. Jones.

GLC09400.365

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

asks him to consider his reappointment. also requests a post route map of Mississippi and Louisiana.

GLC09400.377

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

asks for some indication of the probable action of the Committee on Pensions.

GLC09400.384

to James Hill

inquires about his application for supervisor.

GLC09400.436

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

relative to note of hand for $25.

GLC09400.438

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

introduces Mr. St. Clair who desires a position in a department of the government.

GLC09400.459

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

asks senator for a copy of his discharge.

GLC09400.471

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

thanks him for his support for her bill on pension.

GLC09400.472

to Frank A. Cole

from his father. illegible.

GLC08291.03

to Mother

a great deal of the company has been wounded or killed. hoping to get a furlough soon.

GLC08300.12

to Mother

his wound is improving. still suffering from pneumonia. sent to Farmville to recuperate.

GLC08300.14

to Brother

water damage, cannot be read.Written in a camp near Kinston, North Carolina

GLC08300.28

to Mother

water damage, cannot be read. Written in a camp near Kinston, North Carolina

GLC08300.29

to Maria, Elma, Amus, Johnny and Co.

today went with Wallace and used his money. an agent from head quarters and said he prefers to have them run it. acknowledges his mother's suffering because of his absence.

GLC08311.07

to Maria

records his movements. encountered snow and ice. The third morning out they found a fleet of chickens. decided to shoot some.

GLC08311.08

to Maria

has been informed of Mother's death. weather is cold. the price on farms is low now.

GLC08311.09

to Maria

south of Petersburg. yesterday there was a review of the 2nd corps. very rainy and windy weather.thinks they're better situated then they were last summer.

GLC08311.16

to Maria

General Grant is in the area. has a paper giving a full account of Sheridan's actions but has no way to send it right now. Written at City Point- now named Hopewell

GLC08311.36

to Maria

Levi left his trunk on boat of City Point. heard that Capt. Manville was relieved of duty but does not know who will succeed him. thinks hoops must be going out of style because his cousins aren't wearing them.

GLC08311.37

to Maria

the enemy attacked the 9th and 2nd corp. describes the Comissary Quarters. believes that men can live more comfortably apart from women than women can by themselves.

GLC08311.38

to wife

since he only has two months pay, cannot give her very much this time. writes that their men captured four rebels a few days ago. Written in camp at Pulaski

GLC09315.23

to wife

has pain in his breast but is doing a great deal better. was going to send her five dollars but forgot, will send it this time. thinks it will be a good winter. Written in camp at Pulaski

GLC09315.24

to Annie

writes there will be a forward movement. 20,000 more have joined them. they are getting ready to attack Norfolk. writes "before I came to the South, I had some sympathy for the slaves, but it has all gone..."

GLC09354.05

to J.W. Thayes

He is sending a sample of the Doeskin which Mr. Terry is making. He has done the finishing.

GLC02744.272

officially appoints Thomas F. Burpee legal guardian of three children

Frances S. Watts, Emma C. Watts and Francis Alonso Watts

GLC02744.273

to J.W. Thayer

He writes of a band that cannot come to an agreement as to whether they want the more expensive instruments or the cheaper ones.

GLC02744.282

Sentry Box

Article about R.O.T.C summer camp and the civil war history they will learn.

GLC02744.342

to Rev. and Dear Brother

He arrived home and found all things well, is enclosing something for his daughter.

GLC02744.345

to Col. Lucien F. Burpee

Written in pencil: Execution of Dr. Wright.

GLC02744.371

to Paymaster

asks paymaster to please forward his pay immediately to the above address. has not been paid since he was taken prisoner and desperately needs to pay his family's bills.

GLC08413.29

Certifies that Thomas Burpee is still ill and requires leave of absence

Doctor writes about Burpee's rheumatic fever which will prevent him from working.

GLC02744.245

to Sylvia Weiner

Alvin just learned that Moe is in Salem, Oregon. He also learned that Algerian Jews had their citizenship revoked. He says this bothers him greatly for if he fought alongside a Frenchman, he would have no regard for him.

GLC09414.1541

homemade map to Lillian and Frank's house

Hand drawn and colored map to Lillian and Frank Polgar's house. On the left of the drawing there are notes that say housewarming, and fifth wedding anniversary.

GLC09414.1568

to Sylvia and Mad

Alvin writes that he failed to become a pilot, and that he is very disappointed. He also tells a story of a fellow soldier who was killed in a plane crash. He writes he still plans to fly for himself someday.

GLC09414.1588

Check

Check for Carmine Cartaldo for $65.00

GLC09414.1621

to Sylvia Weiner

Marge writes that they are now in Revere. She hopes Sylvia is adjusting to life without Moe. She is looking forward to going back to New York.

GLC09414.1695

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

wants promotion in interior departement.

GLC09400.518

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

wants engravings of public buildings of Washington and elsewhere.

GLC09400.532

bill for Blanche Kelso Bruce

comes to $450.

GLC09400.568

wall paper bill for R.C. Bruce

GLC09400.613

plumbing bill for R.C. Bruce

GLC09400.614

to Richard H. Jackson

He notes that his love of adventure is not yet satisfied, yet he thinks it would be after two years of military service. He writes that Richard's mother wants very much to receive a letter from him.

GLC07705.266

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

acknowledges receipt of the Congressional Record.

GLC09400.476

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

in regard to publication of senator's letter on vice presidency.

GLC09400.531

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says Sylvia's descriptions of the East side bring it back vividly for him. He also asks for a subscription to the New York Times. He says he still hopes to see Paris one day, but he hasn't had time to study French.

GLC09414.1276

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says that the tobacco question is very serious right now, he is working on his last pack of cigarettes.

GLC09414.1278

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe remembers Pearl Harbor and how they heard the news three years ago.

GLC09414.1279

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reflects on how long they have been at war. It is the fourth year for the U.S. but it has been even longer for the other countries participating.

GLC09414.1280

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has received some of Sylvia's letters but there are gaps. He says he went to the concert and enjoyed it.

GLC09414.1281

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

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

Copy of faded letter, GLC02744.169, possibly by Burpee's son.

GLC02744.168

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

Report that the rebels are threatening Plymouth. Feeling lonely. Imagines they are having supper together.

GLC02744.169

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

Pages appear to be missing. Describes a violent storm aboard the steamer. writes about Lucien. He worries he has not been as attentive as he should have been. He describes all of Lucien's characteristics.

GLC02744.170

[Facts pertaining to a land dispute between William Tudor and General Jackson]

Circa date is based on the year the dispute took place. Jackson (possibly Henry Jackson of Massachusetts) and Tudor, acting as agents for separate companies, made offers for the same parcel of land to the Eastern Committee for Lands. A competition...

GLC02437.09448

[Contract between the U.S. Treasury and Comfort, Richard, and Joshua Sands of New York for acquiring rations for West Point soldiers]

Agreement between Morris, acting as Superintendent of the Finances of the United States (appointed by Congress), and Comfort Sands, Richard Sands and Joshua Sands of New York that the Sandses will "furnish and deliver" to West Point and other nearby...

GLC02437.01301

[Promotion of Henry Knox to Major General]

Signed by Charles Thomson, Secretary of Congress, and labeled an "Extract from the Minutes." Resolution of the United States in Congress assembled to promote Brigadier General Henry Knox to the rank of Major General. See GLC02437.01371 for a...

GLC02437.01375

to Sephronia Fairchild

Fairchild writes to his wife from Fort Corcoran in Arlington, Virginia. Reports that he is building roads from his fort to another. States that the coats and guns have arrived and his regiment is learning to use the guns. He offers advice regarding...

GLC03523.06.04

to Sephronia Fairchild

Fairchild writes to his wife from City Point, Virginia says the siege is progressing slowly. Informs that General William T. Sherman captured Savannah. Discusses his wife joining a sewing society to make clothing for the soldiers and he questions...

GLC03523.06.09

to Sephronia Fairchild

Fairchild writes to his wife from a camp near City Point, Virginia. Reports that he has been in the hospital with rheumatism and is pleased with his care. Informs he is doing picket duty on the Appomattox River and mentions seeing Rebels. Wishes for...

GLC03523.06.10

to R. West

References his mother's letter of 1 March 1864. Was the pilot for a group of ships that landed 300 soldiers at Bull's Island, South Carolina. The troops disembarked the same day without encountering any Confederate troops. Says that she is right that...

GLC03836.62

to Harriet Moore

References her letter of 14 March 1864. Says her opinion that he is "decidedly blue" is correct. Says it is depressing to have spent 3 years as he has at the age of 35. Speaks positively of the "change of feeling that has been wrought in public...

GLC03836.63

to Elizabeth

Makes reference to a shopping trip for clothes in New York. Mentions various people and placed visited. Tells of going to several theatrical shows. Dated 3 April but with no year.

GLC03836.90

to N. R. Chapman

Walrath and P. Briggs agree with Chapman's position, and will attend an event or meeting to which they were invited "if providence permitts." Signed "Yours in Christ for the slave..."

GLC06593.01

[Deed of manumission for slave named Ester]

Signed by Keller stating, "I hereby emancipate & discharge from all obligation of service my slave named Ester aged about thirty nine years." Approved and certified by the St. Louis Circuit Court and signed by the clerk, John Ruland. With seal of...

GLC08564.01

National Anti-Slavery Standard. [Vol. 10, no. 31, whole no. 499 (December 27, 1849)]

With previous owner's signature (John Russell) signed along right margin of first page. Contains an article on "The Peculiar Institution." Includes a message to Congress by President Zachary Taylor, among miscellaneous other reports. Edited by...

GLC08875.15

National Anti-Slavery Standard. [Vol. 10, no. 43, whole no. 511 (March 21, 1850)]

With previous owner's signature (John Russell) signed along right margin of first page. Contains a printing of Senator William Henry Seward's speech on slavery, an article on Senator Daniel Webster, and miscellaneous other reports. Edited by Quincy...

GLC08875.19

National Anti-Slavery Standard. [Vol. 11, no. 44, whole no. 564 (March 27, 1851)]

With previous owner's signature (John Russell) signed along right margin of first page. Contains a continuation of the article on the "The British West Indies in 1850." Includes coverage of abolitionist George Thompson's visits to Rochester and...

GLC08875.41

to John Maunsell

Discusses his successful experiment cultivating potatoes from their shoots. Claims, "a greater discovery was never made in agriculture…" and exclaims how the discovery will benefit "the lower orders of the People with food at a very cheap rate."...

GLC02437.06066

to William Duer

Discusses business regarding land. States he received Duer's express today with his terms and has given them to Mr. [William] Bingham who is taking them under consideration. Has no doubt that the terms will be accepted. Tells him to "Be of good...

GLC02437.05740

to Lucy Knox

Describes how her son Tom is feeling unwell and discusses his illness. Expresses her wish to see "my Dear Brother and Lucy with the little Flock" though states that she cannot travel at the moment. Continues with news of family and mutual...

GLC02437.05760

to Lucy Knox

Says she has been very ill as of late and that her mind was "fried from anxiety." Says the weather has been good the past few days and that the roads are probably passable. Wants to get home soon to see her boys. Has heard they are well though....

GLC02437.05853

to Henry Knox

Says she placed an order for goods in Havre de Grace, France, but they were sent to Philadelphia instead of Boston. Asks Knox for a loan of $135 to cover this unexpected cost. Place written assumed from content.

GLC02437.05989

to Lucy Knox

Written to Lucy Knox, the daughter of Lucy and Henry Knox. Apologizes for the short letter as Mrs. Lincoln is going to Boston "and will call for my Commissions in twenty Minutes." Thanks Lucy for her letter of 28 November. Is happy to report that...

GLC02437.05998

[Indentured service contract between Friederich Gottman and Henry Knox]

An indentured service contract between Friederich Gottman and Henry Knox. Gottman agrees to be Knox's servant for a term of five years and six months for his passage from Amsterdam. Upon completion of Gottman's term, Knox has agreed to give Gottman...

GLC02437.06063