June 18, 1964

Various

Header Record

Title: [Collection belonging to Carl Ratsch, 1945-1969][Decimalized .01-.04]

Collection of items belonging to Carl Ratsch dated 1945-1969. Consists of letters and an issue of National Geographic. Three letters are sent to Helena pertaining to training, USO shows and the ending of World War II. He signs his letters as "Unk." The issue of National Geographic is dedicated to the Lunar Landing in 1969.

GLC09689

10 June 1945

Ratsch, Carl, fl. 1945-1969

Autograph letter signed

Title: to "Helena"

One letter written from Okinawa, Ryuku Islands, June 10, 1945, to "Helena," regarding arrving to camp to rest after a muddy trek. Describes malnourished condition of civilians that he and his troop found hiding in a cave and the aid the soldiers provided. Mentions a Corporal Mulhauser who sketched a profile of him that he would send soon and a point system that determines when men can be released from the Army. Signed by "Unk."

GLC09689.01

7 August 1945

Ratsch, Carl, fl. 1945-1969

Autograph letter signed

Title: to "Helena" from "Unk"

One letter dated Visayas, P.I., August 7, 1945, to his sister, Helena. Signed by "Unk." Describes going to see the USO stage show of "Oklahoma" as delightful. Mentions that there is an atomic bomb being used on Japan that will have "such good results," and that he is enclosing a money order for $100.

GLC09689.02

14 August 1945

Ratsch, Carl, fl. 1945-1969

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Helen Millet

One letter addressed to Helen Millet, "Rocky Hill Ranch," Norton Hill, New York, dated August 14, 1945, from Sgt. C. Ratsch, regarding the end of World War II. News was learned from Domei News Agency and a Thanksgiving service would be held Friday evening. Ratsch expresses excitement for peace. Signed by "Unk."

GLC09689.03

1853

G. P. Putnam and Co.

Header Record

Title: Homes Of American Authors: Comprising Anecdotal, Personal And Descriptive Sketches, By Various Writers. [Decimalized .01- .02]

One book published by G. P. Putnam and Co. dated 1853 and one letter from an envelope adhered to the inside of the book's back cover. Book contains illustrations of authors' residencies from original drawings. Envelope contains a letter from Henry Longfellow dated 1877 addressed to a Mr. W. H. Sutherland, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

GLC09690

17 April 1945

National Japanese American Student Relocation Council

Pamphlet

Title: From Camp to College, the Story of Japanese Student Relocation

One pamphlet entitled, "From Camp to College: The Story of Japanese American Student Relocation," dated April 17, 1945. Printed by the National Japanese American Student Relocation Council. Details the history of the council's inception and success rate in relocating students to unversities. Also mentions the financial aid offered and reintegration of people of Japanese ancestry after the camps closed.

GLC09691

8 March 1943

Fukushima, Janet, fl. 1943

Pamphlet

Title: to Franklin Hopper

One letter from Janet Fukushima dated March 8, 1943 addressed to Franklin F. Hopper, director of the New York Public Library with a summary of the Forum on Japanese American in the Victory Program. Thanking Hopper for participating in the forum held at the Hotel Commodore in New York City. States the financial amount needed for the committee. Lists a summary of the proceedings of the forum; its' attendees and their concerns, resolutions recommended and call for "loyal Japanese Americans" to join the war effort.

GLC09692

1933-1945

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Header Record

Title: [Thirty-two presidential messages] [Decimalized .01- .32]

Collection of thirty-two presidential messages issued during Franklin Delano Roosevelt's administration, 1933-1945. The pamphlets concern many topics including; banking, commerce, taxes, agriculture, weapons, employment, transportation, the Tennessee Valley Authority, the Volstead Act, drugs and alcohol, education, and veterans.

GLC09693

11 September 1941

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Pamphlet

Title: [President Roosevelt's Address to the nation, Washington, D.C., 1941]

One address entitled, "President Roosevelt's Address to the Nation," dated Thursday, September 11, 1941 originally delivered over broadcast. Front cover of document contains a long quote related to the Nazi Party in Germany. In this passage, Roosevelt compares them to rattlesnakes and calls for defense against them.

GLC09694

28 April 1942

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Pamphlet

Title: [President Roosevelt's Address to the nation, Washington, D.C., 1942]

One pamphlet entitled, "The President's Address" dated April 28, 1942. Front cover of document includes a quote regarding the need to fight against the "tyranny of Hitlerism."

GLC09695

23 September 1944

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Pamphlet

Title: [Address by the President before the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, 1944]

One address by President Franklin D. Roosevelt delivered before the International Brotherhood of Teamsters on September 23, 1944.

GLC09696

6 January 1941

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Pamphlet

Title: Address by the President of the United States, Washington, D.C., 1941

One address dated January 6, 1941 entitled, "Address of the President of the United States." Speech was delievered before a joint session regarding military defense against opposing forces, job equality and revolutions in other countries.

GLC09697

10 September 1942

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Printed document

Title: [Labor Day Address by the President of the United States, 1942]

One congressional record entitled, "Labor Day Address by the President of the United States." Item was printed in the congressional record on September 10, 1942. Gives profile of Lieutenant John James Powers from the United States Navy for his service in a 3-day battle against Japanese naval forces. Speech also contains matters related to the treasury, farmers wages, and military defense against the Axis.

GLC09698

17 September 1943

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Pamphlet

Title: [Progress of the War, A Message from the President of the United States, 1943]

One pamphlet entitled, "Progress of the War, A Message from the President of the United States," delivered on September 17, 1943, updating Congress on military efforts in Europe after their two month break.

GLC09699

20 January 1945

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Pamphlet

Title: [Fourth Inaugural Address of Franklin D. Roosevelt, 1945]

One pamphlet dated January 20, 1945 entitled, "Fourth Inaugural Address of Franklin D. Roosevelt." Invocation delivered by Reverend Angus Dun, a bishop of the Protestant Episcopal. Benediction delivered by Reverend Monsignor John A. Ryan, director of the Social Action Department of the National Catholic Welfare Conference. Roosevelt reflects on the United States' global presence and importance, "We have learned that we must live as men, not as ostriches, nor as dogs in the manger."

GLC09700

20 January 1941

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Pamphlet

Title: Third Inaugural Address of Franklin D. Roosevelt

One pamphlet dated January 20, 1941, entitled, "Third Inaugural Address of Franklin D. Roosevelt." Speech is related to the status of democracy in the United States. Alludes to symbolism of the nation as similar to a human body.

GLC09701

1942

Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945

Book

Title: The Pathway to Peace as Told by Franklin Delano Roosevelt more than a year ago in His Message to Congress on December 8th 1941 and His Radio Address to the People of the United States of American on December 9th 1941.

One book titled "The Pathway to Peace" published by The Maple Press Company, dated 1942. The book contains reprintings of two addresses by President Franklin Roosevelt. The first is his address to Congress on December 8, 1941, the day following the attack on Pearl Harbor. The second is a radio address that aired on December 9, 1941. Book is part of a limited edition printing.

GLC09702

10 December 1953

Eisenhower, Dwight D. (Dwight David), 1890-1969

Header Record

Title: to Emmet Hughes

One typed letter signed written by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, December 10, 1953 addressed to Emmet J. Hughes. Eisenhower has sent a reply citing vulnerabilities in his administration.

GLC09704

1929-2009

Various

Header Record

Title: [Collection of items related to presidential inauguration ceremonies, 1929-2009][Decimalized .01-.13]

Collection of 13 items related to presidential inauguration ceremonies dated 1929-2009. Consists of programs and invitations to inauguration ceremonies. Presidential inaugurations included in the collection are those of Presidents Herbert Hoover, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Richard M. Nixon, Ronald Reagan, George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, George H.W. Bush, and Barack Obama.

GLC09705

1951

Bowman Gum Company

Trading card

Title: Fight the Red Menace: The Children's Crusade Against Communism Trading Cards; 23. Ghost City

One trading card from the Red Menace collection, "23. Ghost City" illustrates a looming Grim Reaper figure amidst a destructed metropolis. The reverse side contains a propaganda narrative regarding the after-effects of an atomic attack on a "great American city." The text alludes that Communists rely on fear as a tactic to dismantle the strength of America, but that the United Nations is fully prepared for any attack. The rest of the Fight the Red Menace: The Children's Crusade Against Communism Trading Cards is available in GLC09627.01-.48.

GLC09706

1680-1800

Object

Title: [Middle Passage iron bilboes, 18th century]

One set of middle passage iron bilboes, circa 1680-1800. Item is an iron restraint for ankles or wrists used on slave ships to fasten two enslaved people to each other. Consist of an iron bar running through two c-shaped cuffs. One end of the rod has been flattened to make it too big to be removed from the cuffs. The other end of the rod has a loop that is attached to an iron circle. The circle can be used to attach the item to another.

GLC09707

1680-1800

Object

Title: [Middle Passage iron bilboes or leg irons, late 17th or 18th century]

One set of middle passage iron bilboes, circa 1680-1800. Item is an iron restraint for ankles or wrists used on slave ships to fasten two enslaved people to each other. Consist of an iron bar running through two c-shaped cuffs. One end of the rod has been flattened to make it too big to be removed from the cuffs. The other end of the rod has a loop that is attached to an iron circle. The circle can be used to attach the item to another.

GLC09708

1700-1800

Object

Title: [Hand-forged iron shackles, 18th-19th century]

One set of hand-forged iron shackles, dated 18th-19th century. Consists of two c-shaped iron cuffs attached with heavy iron links to two round rings. One ring is larger than the other and creates a point to link the shackles to another set of shackles or a chain. At the opening of the cuffs there are oval shaped links that close the shackles off and allow for a lock to be placed. Possibly used on enslaved people.

GLC09709

21 September 1856

Doak, Robert, fl. 1856

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Doak

One letter dated Shelby County, Ky, September 21, 1856 from Robert Doak to James Maguire, regarding the conditions of the will of Thomas Chambers. Has requested that enslaved people who worked for him should be freed and compensated $2,000. His estate after evaluation would be split among his wife's family, his family and other acquaintances. Doak enclosed a dollar owed by him to Maguire for a table purchased at a sale which he had not paid him yet.

GLC09710

28 October 1822

Howard, Robert, 1767-1850

Newspaper

Title: Southern Patriot And Commerical Advertiser. [Vol. 16, no. 330 (October 28, 1822)]

One newspaper published by Robert Howard entitled "Southern Patriot And Commerical Advertiser" dated October 28, 1822. Contains numerous public notices and information regarding public ordinances for the city of Charleston, South Carolina. Of particular note are three advertisements for escaped enslaved persons on the front page. The first advertisement published by Joseph Cox offers fifty dollars for the return of "Nanny," noting that "if said woman returns of her own accord, she will be forgiven." The second advertisement for "Chance," who "sometimes calls himself Charles and Thomas" offers…

GLC09711