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to James Madison re: lawsuits over land.
August 31, 1752
Pendleton, Edmund, 1721-1803
The letter is concerning lawsuits over land. This is the earliest known Pendleton letter.
GLC00099.011
to Naomi
14 August 1943
Schwartz, Warren Harold, 1914-1992
One v-mail addressed to Naomi Hurwitz from Warren Schwartz dated August 14, 1943. Pertains to the weather and conditions in Italy. Mentions that he is writing bigger so she can read his letters.
GLC09662.450
to Blanche Kelso Bruce
14 March 1877
Trindale, William P., Jr., fl. 1877
This letter consists of a one page letter, an endorsement and a docket. William P Trindale Jr., wrote to Senator Bruce to inquire about a position as rail agent between Cornith and Meridian. The endorsement on the reverse side is from William Frazer...
GLC09400.020
Monitors on the James River with ALS to Hallie Mayers from "Joe" and album
1861-1865 ca.
Albumen print of monitors on the James River and an accompanying letter. ALS measures 20.2 x 12.5 cm.
GLC04938
to Jacob Stone and Beatrice Stone
February 22, 1945
Stone, Robert L., 1921-2009
Addressed to "Dad + Bee." He's received several letters from his parents and asks that they send a small thank you note to his hosts in Hawaii. He includes their address. He already sent a small card and a token of his gratitude. His letter from...
GLC09620.163
to Mary Magie
2 March 1863
Magie, James K., fl. 1862-1863
Sends his wife $10 and asks her to allow the bearer of the letter, Mr. Freeman, to stay at the house for one night. Notes that he believes there will be a battle soon but does not expect to be involved. A pencil sketch of a grave marker and verse...
GLC05241.17
to unknown
4 May 1793
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Discusses business and mentions forwarding letters. Ink is faded making it difficult to read.
GLC02437.10444
to Clara M. Miller
20 September 1900
Sherzer, Edwin B., fl. 1900-1902
re: Very horrible weather but has changed for the better in recent day. Speaks about his cabin, expects to hear about Miss Eva. Likes Clare's letters cheerful letters.
GLC05755.018
to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff
23 August 1944
Graeff, Leonard Eugene, 1920-2016
One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated August 23, 1944. He updates his parents on a lack of letters. He received the box of cookies and newspapers they sent. He shared with the other servicemen...
GLC09611.357
to Sylvia Weiner
28 June 1945
Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988
Moe has read that they won't discharge men over 35 but doesn't know if they will send these men overseas. He thinks it's funny that Sylvia doesn't identify the kind of meat she ate at Mad's in an earlier letter.
GLC09414.1442
to Roseann (Love)
February 6, 1976
Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976
One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 6, 1976. Bill writes that he is traveling by train to Maryland over the weekend, although he really does not wish to. He is afraid he may "never see Norm alive again." Bill wishes...
GLC09606.35
10 October 1943
Moe is writing a short letter before anything else happens. Last night he wondered what Sylvia was thinking as the hours wore on, discussed it with friends and decided she was aware of his thoughts. Was written near Boston, Massachusetts.
GLC09414.0791
to Fannie Schoonmaker
March 17, 1862
Higgins, Patrick, fl. 1859-1862
Printed on stationery marked "Liberty and Union." Has a "troubled mind." Does not know why she has not responded to his letter. Is "ready to face the enemy and stand fast." The regiment is going to move, and he has to go to the "cursed hospital" for...
GLC02164.07
to Mrs. Edward Bissell re: receiving funds for NAWSA
1897/06/18
Anthony, Susan B., 1820-1906
The letter also requests any letters written to Sarah Secor (Mrs. Edward) Bissell.
GLC06895.01
to William McBlair
April 9, 1857
Dornin, Thomas Aloysius, 1800-1874
Enclosing a letter "for the guidance Purser Cunningham" regarding letters of credit and a copy of a letter regarding pay to officers on McBlair's ship, the "Dale."
GLC00722.08
to mother
February 1, 1865
Cook, George B., fl. 1845-1865
George B. Cook is replying to his sister's letter from January 22, 1865. Not much news to report. There is "a heap" of talk about peace. Everyone believes the war is coming to an end. "The boys will all run away if they [aren't] fed a little better."...
GLC00653.22.14
to Louis Stamps
December 1, 1964
Sabaroff, Susanne, 1944-
Love letter to Louis Stamps from Susanne Sabaroff, written at Penn State. Written after they spent Thanksgiving break together, the letter contains nothing but unbridled expressions of her love for him.
GLC09571.18
to Ma
June 24, 1861
Figures, Henry Stokes, 1844-1864
One letter addressed to Hattie E. Figures from Henry S. Figures dated January 24, 1861. In the beginning of the letter Henry discusses family members and their welfare, as well as their behavior. Henry mentions quite a few young women back home by...
GLC00653.01.05
to Father
July 26, 1862
Pearce, Frederic, fl. 1861-1868
In the letter, Frederic Pearce discusses church finances. The letter is written on blue paper.
GLC00066.142
[Scrapbook related to George Bernard Shaw]
1900-1929
Contains clippings, letters, and other documents related to the writer George Bernard Shaw. Includes a typed description of one letter contained within the scrapbook; the description states that Shaw wrote the letter for a graphologist. In the...
GLC00496.085
to Isaiah Roos & John Sacket re: surveying boundaries on the Manor
1743/05/06
P.2 is another letter, dated 13 May 1743. Docketed on verso.
GLC03107.02679
to Matthews re: asking him to resubmit article c/o Bill Nye
1887/11/23
Nye, Bill, fl. 1887
Jocular letter, signed J[..]sy [illegible]
GLC04353.17
February 21, 1866
Pearce, Eben, fl. 1861-1885
In his letter, he discusses finances.
GLC00066.065
June 4, 1861
Pearce, Edgar, fl. 1861-1864
In his letter, he discusses crops.
GLC00066.069
1815-1860
Lonely, decided to write her. Is very happy with his new place. Does not know what to write; asks for suggestions in her response. Asks if her parents are going away, and, if so, to let him know in advance so he can see her. Promises that he will not...
GLC02164.04
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