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[Photograph of Samuel Ichiye Hayakawa]

Photograph accompanied letter (GLC05508.124.01).

GLC05508.124.02

[Photograph of Samuel Ichiye Hayakawa]

Photograph accompanied letter (GLC05508.124.01).

GLC05508.124.03

The General State of the Church in Zimbabwe Rhodesia Today

Muzorewa's report cites instances of persecution and martyrdom as the Marxists began to impose their rule upon Zimbabwe-Rhodesia. Yet, in the midst of the persecution Muzorewa reports that many people are giving generously to their Church and many...

GLC05508.192.01

to Alice J. Cutright Kaine

Washington writes to Kaine, a friend of her father's, about the ceremony issuing a commemorative stamp of her father, Booker T. Washington. Discusses the family members in attendance, and mentions that she "received the first sheet of stamps from...

GLC05508.255.01

to Alice J. Cutright Kaine

Washington writes to Kaine to forward a first day issue stamp promised in an earlier letter (see GLC05508.255.01). Her brother, Booker T. Washington, Jr., has been in the hospital and is about to be released. He is still weak and jobless, however...

GLC05508.255.02

[First day issue stamp of Booker T. Washington]

First day issue envelope with stamp from the "Famous Americans Series." Both stamp and envelope feature the printed likeness of Booker T. Washington. Envelope cancelled at Tuskegee on 7 April 1940. Sent to Alice J. Cutright Kaine from Portia...

GLC05508.255.03

to William Rochester

States that he would prefer if the new Bank in Buffalo be built out of stone, instead of stucco. Says that he is willing to pay the additional expense for the stone. A private letter, written from the Bank of the United States.

GLC03139.01

to William Rochester

Says that he and William Strickland agree that stone columns would be preferable to wood for the new branch of the Bank being built in Buffalo. Also advises using fluted columns, and promises to have Strickland send a sketch of the proposed cornice...

GLC03139.02

to Joseph B. Varnum

Informs Varnum that he will make a deposit (of an undisclosed amount) on his behalf to the State Bank regarding a business transaction. Responds to query regarding the outcome of General Austin: "...all officers return their commands in the Corps...

GLC03845.11

to Joseph B. Varnum

Informs Varnum of Mr. Swett's rejection of the position in the Office of Deputy Collector in Newburyport, Massachusetts. Sevett "thought it incompatible with his present office to undertake the business." Dalton expresses regret for not being able...

GLC03845.12

to Joseph B. Varnum

Asks Varnum to name him to a collectorship of the neighboring counties while reminding him how he had been displaced from another position. Illegible words inhibit proper interpretation of letter.

GLC03845.13

to Joseph B. Varnum

Shepherd, appointed by the President of the U.S., previously held the position of Collector of the Revenue for the 17th District of the counties of Hampshire, Hampton, and Franklin. He had retired from the position with the hope of having it...

GLC03845.14

to Joseph B. Varnum

Announces the sudden death of the Honorable Silas Lee, Esq. and "[B]y this event the office of district attorney has become vacant. The eyes of the President will therefore be turned towards some suitable person to fill that vacancy ..." Advises...

GLC03845.15

to Joseph B. Varnum

Keyes acknowledges that a change in the Concord Post Office will soon take place. Requests that he be considered for Postmaster General and that he would oblige if appointed.

GLC03845.16

to Joseph B. Varnum

Informs of the election of William Low as officer for state security in the town of Amherst. His election removed a British federalist who represented the town the previous year. Feels that Governor William Plumer will be elected Governor instead...

GLC03845.17

to Joseph B. Varnum

Written as town clerk of Boston regarding appointments, public works, and the court of sessions.

GLC03845.18

to Joseph B. Varnum

Writes of the well being of his children. The remaining paragraphs include a copy of a letter from James (last name unknown) received on the 27th. It discusses how James is working vigilantly among the Republicans. James speaks of Swett's...

GLC03845.20

to Joseph B. Varnum

Informs of letter he received from James dated December 6, which stated that Mr. Prince of Newburyport was nominated to the Senate for Collector for the District. Swett requests a recommendation on behalf of Varnum and James to name him Naval...

GLC03845.21

[Mr. Thatcher's Speech] [Fragment]

Possibly in Joseph Bradley Varnum's hand. Mentions, via Harrison Gray Otis, the publication of a Constitutional report by Alexander Hamilton. Also notes George Thatcher claim that the "System was deficient" and that he could write a better...

GLC03845.22

[Gardner Civil War photographs: Meade, Grande Review, etc.]

See descriptions in GLC05508.012.01-.19

GLC05508.012

to Kregg Sanders

Atkins writes to Sanders from prison while serving time for her part in the Tate-LaBianca murders committed while a member of the Manson family. Atkins continues a previous letter (GLC05508.024.01), commenting that she feels a connection with her...

GLC05508.024.02

to Kregg Sanders

Atkins writes to Sanders from prison while serving time for her part in the Tate-LaBianca murders committed while a member of the Manson family. Atkins thanks Sanders for the story of his adventure getting her book, considering it "one of those cool...

GLC05508.024.03

to Dr. Davenport

A short, odd, breezy letter, Barnum promises a humorous lecture, possibly to a religious group. He also remarks on the virtues of being "practically useful to our fellow man," indicating that he would trade some of his faith for a stack of good works...

GLC05508.030.01

[Photograph of P.T. Barnum]

A photograph of Barnum is included, possibly for promotion of the upcoming lecture referred to in the accompanying letter (GLC05508.030.01).

GLC05508.030.02

[Excerpt from Cardinal Joseph Bernardin's address at Seattle University on March 2, 1986].

In an address at Seattle University, Cardinal Bernardin, Archbishop of Chicago, explains how the consistent ethic "highlights both the systematic and anological character of Catholic moral theology." Accompanied by small Bachrach photograph of...

GLC05508.034.01

[Photograph of Cardinal Joseph Bernardin].

Small Bachrach photograph of Cardinal Bernardin that accompanied an excerpt from his speech given at Seattle University.

GLC05508.034.02

[Sing God a simple song]

Signed card with "Sing God a simple song" written on it, with score. Accompanied by sheet music for "A Simple Song" from "Mass" (GLC05508.035.02).

GLC05508.035.01

A Simple Song

Sheet music for "A Simple Song" from "Mass." Accompanied by signed card with "Sing God a simple song" written on it, with score (GLC05508.035.02).

GLC05508.035.02

to Mr. Luetge

Maureen Mata, at Pat Boone's office, writes a cover letter for items sent to Luetge: "As requested, we enclose the three pages taken from Pat Boone's book A NEW SONG autographed."

GLC05508.043.01

[To Shirley...]

Excerpt from Boone's autobiography, 'A New Song': "To Shirley [his wife], Clint Davidson was a living example of the Christian life she was looking for. Little did either of us know than that we were about to experience the reality of the presence...

GLC05508.043.02

[In the next few pages...]

Excerpt from Boone's autobiography, 'A New Song.' Boone writes that he will recount "events leading up to this [event not written, possibly related to religion], and then share with you the exciting experiences that have been ours since then." He...

GLC05508.043.03

[Photograph of Pat Boone]

An autographed photo of Pat Boone "Leo-/ many thanks/ God bless you." Included with excerpts from his book and cover letter (GLC05508.043.01-.03).

GLC05508.043.04

to James W. Eldridge

Booth writes to Eldridge to thank him for his contribution to the Salvation Army.

GLC05508.046.01

[The object of my life is...]

Booth sends a sentiment that states that the object of his life his to do the most for the Lord. This item appears to be a page from an autograph book. Note the quotations on the verso by Adelina Patti Ledstow (1907) and Luisa Tetrazzini (1909/09...

GLC05508.046.02

to Earl Cranston, Jr.

Bryan gives advice to a student on the "temptations that come from education" namely, "to forget God" and "to put selfish interests above the common good." Includes a clipped signature.

GLC05508.052.01

[Fragment of speech by William Jennings Bryan]

A fragment of a speech by Bryan comparing Christ and Confucius marked B. 6: "Confucius dealt with forms and formulas; Christ dealt with substance and with unchanging truth." Typed by Bryan's wife with autograph notes and handwritten continuation on...

GLC05508.052.02

to Ashley O'Rorke

The Earl of Shaftesbury Anthony Cooper writes to his godson, Ashley O'Rorke, applauding his decision to become a teetotaling missionary, but suggests he go to Central Africa rather than India.

GLC05508.074.01

to Ashley O'Rorke

The Earl of Shaftesbury Anthony Cooper writes to his godson, Ashley O'Rorke, thanking him for a birthday present and teaches him the motto "None but Christ."

GLC05508.074.02

to Ashley O'Rorke

The Earl of Shaftesbury Anthony Cooper writes to his godson, Ashley O'Rorke, to assure him that despite not talking for a while, he is thinking of him. He talks about the beach and ocean. Cooper asks him to pray for the end of the Turkey War, and...

GLC05508.074.03

to Ashley O'Rorke

The Earl of Shaftesbury Anthony Cooper writes to his godson, Ashley O'Rorke, to discuss how illness makes you appreciate health, and remark that they will pray for each other's continued good health. Cooper asks the little boy to imitate a quote:...

GLC05508.074.04

to Ashley O'Rorke

The Earl of Shaftesbury Anthony Cooper writes to his godson, Ashley O'Rorke, to express happiness that O'Rorke has recovered from an recent illness, but also to point out that he should learn what a blessing health is from the experience. Cooper...

GLC05508.074.05

to Marshall E. Bean

Curti responds to a letter from Bean, who, facing his own death, asked Curti about his faith. Curti responds that Bean's life in teaching and religious faith ought to provide him with confidence in the value of his life. Regarding his own faith...

GLC05508.078.01

[Photograph of Merle Curti]

Accompanying letter (see GLC05508.078.01).

GLC05508.078.02

to Kregg Sanders

Davis, a former member of the Manson family, writes about teaching an Old Testament Survey course and a spiritual Freedom and maturity class. He responds to a religious dilemma about creation posed by Sanders. He discusses collecting and the...

GLC05508.081.01

[Photograph of Bruce Davis and his wife]

Small color photo of Davis with his pregnant wife.

GLC05508.081.02

[Breakpoint with Chuck Colson]

Internet usenet transcript of "BreakPoint," a christian Prison Fellowship radio program hosted by Chuck Colson. Segment titled: Working Chic: Labor Day Cogitations.

GLC05508.081.03

to Leonard

Offers Gospel verses (Mark 11:24, 16:17-18) to comfort and aid Leonard in his recovery. He also writes: "I have been to the moon but the greatest experience in my life has been accepting Jesus as my Savior." On yellow lined paper with photograph...

GLC05508.092.01

[Photograph of the moon signed by Charles Duke]

On a photograph of the moon, Duke writes: "The heavens declare the glory of God."

GLC05508.092.02

[So near is grandeur to our dust...]

"So near is grandeur to our dust, / So near is God to man, / When Duty whispers low, Thou must, / the youth replies, I can." Accompanied by a tinted photogravure (GLC05508.098.02).

GLC05508.098.01

[Ralph Waldon Emerson photgravure].

Accompanies verse by Emerson (GLC05508.098.01).

GLC05508.098.02

to Paul Friscat

Ford writes to Friscat and offers a personally meaningful quote, Proverbs 3:5,6, "Trust in the Lord...and He shall direct thy path." Ford had the Bible open to this page when he was sworn in as president.

GLC05508.103.01

to Dr. Robinson

Ford writes to Dr. Robinson, welcoming him to the Republican party. He also thanks Robinson for enrolling him as a member of the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Accompanied by a signed photograph (GLC05508.103.03).

GLC05508.103.02

[Signed photograph of Gerald Ford]

Ford writes: "Best wishes and good luck." Autographed photo included with letter to Dr. Robinson (GLC05508.103.02).

GLC05508.103.03

to unknown

British Prime Minster Gladstone writes a letter about the Papal influences in England and Dr. Neuman's ecclestical movement.

GLC05508.110.01

to Rev. H.W. Tucker

British Prime Minster Gladstone comments on the Colonial Episcopate.

GLC05508.110.02

to Earl G. Hunt

Graham accepts Bishop Hunt's invitation to preach in Charlotte. He proposes a five day mini-crusade which will be televised nationally. He comments on the success of his Northern California Crusade despite the radicals at Berkeley University, the...

GLC05508.113.01

to Earl G. Hunt

Graham discusses the pressure of preparing new sermons every night for television audiences. He also discusses racial issues including school, housing, and bussing. He thanks Bishop Hunt for his "leadership in and support of the forthcoming...

GLC05508.113.02

to Earl G. Hunt

Graham discusses plans to convene an International Congress on World Evangelization in Europe in August or September of 1974. He asks Bishop Hunt for financial and personnel aid, and to join the world-wide convening committee. He makes reference to...

GLC05508.113.03

to Earl G. Hunt

Graham writes that he received an article from the Charlotte News in which Bishop Hunt discussed evangelism in Junaluska. He discusses another article about a speech in which the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church chided the World Council for...

GLC05508.113.04

to George

Hale discourages George from becoming an Episcopalian minister, looking down on the 39 articles of the Episcopal Church and accusing that church of having one set of rules for its clergy and another set for its members. He claims the Unitarian...

GLC05508.120.01

to George

Hale's views on religion, the state of the Unitarian church, and what can be done about it though missionary work. He also corrects an article George--a fellow Unitarian clergyman--wrote about him and the Unitarian Church. Hale disassociates the...

GLC05508.120.02

to Earl G. Hunt

Henry writes to Bishop Hunt to congratulate him on his address given at the South Bend colloquy. He also discusses ordering the four volumes of "God, Revelation and Authority" and the need of spreading the Christian Gospel. As Hunt requested, he...

GLC05508.125.01

[The Bible remains...]

Henry enclosed this handwritten quotation with a letter to Bishop Hunt (GLC05508.125.01). He writes: "The Bible remains/ the world's most indispensable reading, and a personal walk with God remains man's unsurpassable privilege. All the valid...

GLC05508.125.02

to Rose Wadsworth

Hill thanks Wadsworth for appreciating her writing and Christian message.

GLC05508.127.01

to unknown

Montefiore answers a man's questions about apparent contradictions in the Pentateuch involving the usage of divine names. He cites the difference between Genesis 22:1-13 and Genesis 22: 14-18 as evidence of the work of the different authors who...

GLC05508.187.01

to Gukie Cobb

Montefiore declines Cobb's request to sign a circular in support of Cobb's ministry against another Christian ministry: "it would be quite unbecoming for me a non-Christian, --a Jew-- to take part or interfere."

GLC05508.187.02

[The Spirit of the Lord is upon me because He has anointed me...]

Abel Muzorewa quotes Luke 4: 18-19.

GLC05508.192.02

to Edward R. Russel

Newman thanks Russel for sending his 55th pulpit critique. He discusses the possible effects the sermon might have on the audience.

GLC05508.193.01

to Mr. Long

Newman answers Long's nine questions about sin and eternal punishment, commenting at length on the meaning and implications of eternal punishment.

GLC05508.193.02

to Mr. Long

Newman writes to Long answering questions about eternal punishment of those who die impenitent, according to Catholic teaching. He also raises a question regarding the Pope's infallibility.

GLC05508.193.03

to Mr. Long

Newman writes that he is unable to answer Long's question about whether the 'pona damni' (loss of God's presence) has degrees as well as the 'pona sensus' (positive suffering). Newman believes the answer is beyond human comprehension, as is Divine...

GLC05508.193.04

[Photograph of Cardinal John H. Newman]

GLC05508.193.05

to Rector Harvey

Niemoller writes to Harvey, an American pastor, arguing that "preaching" is not on the way out, but changes need to be made in preaching style to fit modern audiences that find traditional sermons too impersonal. He believes the Gospel is the only...

GLC05508.195.01

to Brother Leis

Niemoller writes to Leis that his travels in the US, where he has learned about Church life in America, are coming to an end. He thanks Leis for his prayers and fellowship: "We have been badly in need of this brotherly help and I am sure, we are now...

GLC05508.195.02

to Richard Hubler

Reagan offers condolence to Hubler after his son was killed in a car accident. He writes that there is a divine scheme that humans cannot understand, so "we can only have faith that we'll be helped and strength will be given to us in our hour of...

GLC05508.210.01

to Senator

A note drafted by Reagan, with instructions to send it to each of the Senators who attended a prayer breakfast with him. Reagan comments on his shared feelings about "the need for spiritual recognition in our lives."

GLC05508.210.02

to Marshall E. Bean

Romney responds--late and apologetically--to Bean's request for an expression of faith during his time of suffering. Romney's writes that the greatest words of faith are: "That, as in Adam, all men die; so in Christ shall all be made alive."

GLC05508.216.01

to Earl Hunt

Romney sends a note to Bishop Hunt with his favorite quotation: "Unless our knowledge is in order[,] the more knowledge we have the greater will be our confusion." He then comments that "for our own knowledge to be in order we need to know that we...

GLC05508.216.02

to Henry W. Winslow

Sangster thanks Winslow for requesting a handwritten copy of her poem, "A Prayer," and is happy to oblige. She encloses a copy and apologizes for her handwriting.

GLC05508.224.01

A Prayer

Poem Sangster sent to Henry W. Winslow, handwritten on his notebook paper. Includes a newspaper version of "A Prayer" printed in the Christian Herald.

GLC05508.224.02

to J. Wiley Edmands

Smith writes to Edmands to provide the words for "My Country 'Tis of Thee" (GLC05505.230.02). Smith comments that the song's chief merit is the occasion and circumstances in which it was produced, referring to providing momentary joy during the...

GLC05508.230.01

America

Smith enclosed this copy of the words to America (My Country, 'Tis of Thee) with a letter to J. Wiley Edmands (GLC05508.230.01).

GLC05508.230.02

Prayer Perfect

Signed sheet music for the poem by James Whitcomb Riley put to music by Oley Speaks in 1930.

GLC05508.232.01

April Ecstasy

Signed sheet music by Oley Speaks, verse by Madison Cawein.

GLC05508.232.02

to Margaret Sullavan

Contract amendments for Sullavan's role in the motion picture "Mississippi Gambler." Signed by Universal's vice president and assistant secretary, and Margaret Sullavan. With accompanying photograph (GLC05508.239.02).

GLC05508.239.01

[Photograph of Margaret Sullavan]

Publicity shot for "Appointment for Love." Photo by Ray Jones, costume by Muriel King. Accompanied contract amendments for "Mississippi Gambler" (GLC05508.239.01). 1941 photograph of Rita Hayworth by George Hurrell, for Warner Bros., on verso.

GLC05508.239.02

to Karl

Sunday remarks that he is ill because of overwork. He believes God will heal him and asks Karl to pray for him. Signed "W.A. Sunday." Accompanied by photograph (GLC05508.242.02).

GLC05508.242.01

[Photograph of Billy Sunday].

Handwritten commentary on veracity of Christ's miracles. Signed "W.A. Sunday. Psalm 34." Accompanies letter to Karl (GLC05508.242.01).

GLC05508.242.02

to Eireni

Mother Teresa thanks Eireni for her concern during a recent illness. The letter is typed on a card with Mother Teresa's picture on it. There is a printed prayer on verso.

GLC05508.243.01

to Eirene Mowji

Mother Teresa writes to Mowji and gives her advice regarding a friend's brother who is taking drugs. Mother Teresa will pray for him and apparently enclosed a "miraculous medal" for the addict to wear during prayer.

GLC05508.243.02

to Rev. & Mrs. Chas O'Hara

Mother Teresa writes to the O'Hara's to congratulate them on their 50th wedding anniversary.

GLC05508.243.03

[God is love...]

A Missionaries of Charity card, with Mother Teresa's picture, that reads: "God is love, and he who abides in God abides in love, and he who abides in love, abides in God."

GLC05508.243.04

to Earl Hunt

Mother Teresa writes to Bishop Hunt: "Be holy. Because Jesus who has chosen you to be His own is Holy."

GLC05508.243.05

[Photograph of Mother Teresa]

GLC05508.243.06

to Mr. Herron

Tolstoy writes that he received several of Herron's books and will start reading "The Christian State" in the hopes that it will induce him to read them all. When he is finished he will write a letter with his opinion of the book (see GLC05508.245...

GLC05508.245.01

to Mr. Herron

Tolstoy critiques Herron's book, "The Christian State." He agrees with Herron's view of Christianity as a "politic and economic doctrine." He was especially struck by Herron's "denunciation of the American people for not having fulfilled its...

GLC05508.245.02

[Excerpt from a statement by Dr. Wernher von Braun].

A partial reproduction of a statement by von Braun that originally appeared in an article contained in "This Week Magazine," included with the Charlotte Observer issue of July 18, 1965. The statement was from a interview discussing the relationship...

GLC05508.249.01

[Photograph of Dr. Wernher von Braun]

Accompanies von Braun's autographed quotation (GLC05508.249.01).

GLC05508.249.02

to Mrs. White

Waugh writes to thank White for her compliments on the book, "Helena," on which Waugh worked hardest but is least popular. Waugh suggests reading her "Life of Ronald Knox," and congratulates White on her recent conversion to Catholicism. Waugh...

GLC05508.257.01

to Mrs. White

Waugh writes to White thanking her for new pictures of the revised Catholic mass (after Vatican II, said in the vernacular language), and expresses her dislike of it. She graciously declines White's suggestion to write a book on the martyrs. She...

GLC05508.257.02