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To Ardena Mae Fouts

Augsberger mentions Gene Autry, a singer that he and Ardena are both fond of. He also says that he had Ardena's name tattooed onto his arm. The tattoo reads "My Darling Wife Ardena Mae." He asks Ardena to send him a picture of her if she has had one...

GLC09569.02

to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated November 27, 1943. Leonard writes to thank Susan for her recent letter it made his Thanksgiving holiday less depressing. He reports that the mood around the...

GLC09611.152

to Sarah Ogden

Thanks Ogden for the news concerning the amputation of Orice's arm. Says she received a letter from Orice, asking her to send him a photograph of herself, which she had taken, but has not sent. She sent news of the amputation to Orice's family and...

GLC06559.102

to Bell Wharton

Joe writes to Bell from Memphis. Responds to her comments on Lord Byron. Admits he is not capable of loving with his whole heart, "But I know I love you more than I can love any one else." Inquires what she would say if he proposed marriage to her...

GLC03523.10.164

to Isaac Cover

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GLC02197.021

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GLC02197.028

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GLC02197.031

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GLC02197.032

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GLC02197.033

to Sister

GLC02197.048

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damaged

GLC02197.035

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GLC02197.036

to Anna Zug

GLC02197.037

to Marie-Thérèse de Grégoire

Knox thanks Madame de Grégoire for her letter and wishes he could be in Boston to help her. States that he is unable to assist her at this time because a new Massachusetts legislature is about to be elected and he cannot yet be sure who to contact...

GLC02437.03527

to Naomi

One letter addressed to Naomi Hurwitz from Warren Schwartz dated October 17, 1941. Pertains to the likelihood of American soldiers being deployed to Europe to fight against Germany and life on the base.

GLC09662.100

to Marcia and Cous

One letter addressed to Marcia and Warren Abrams from Warren Schwartz dated City of Madness, State of Soldiers, November 8, 1941. Pertains to training, visiting town due to a broken thumb, and the weather.

GLC09662.126

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe wrote this letter as he was waiting for his barrack to pass inspection. He says the typical soldier doesn't understand what's really going on. They are ignorant and misinformed. He congratulates Sylvia on getting a raincoat.

GLC09414.0784

to Mom, Dad and Grandma

One letter addressed to Eva and Morris Schwartz and Sarah Friedman from Warren Schwartz dated April 20, 1945. Details life while stationed in Germany. Mentions German people and labor camps.

GLC09662.670

to Eliza Cook

Has arrived in Hayneville from Montgomery and plans to return to the latter to attend the inauguration of Jefferson Davis. Has received Eliza's letter and writes, "…I do assure you that I was much gratified that you had thought enough of me to write...

GLC02570.02

to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated July 10, 1943. Robert is writing with six more weeks of maneuvers. He hopes that his new location will be close to he and Leonard's hometown and invites Leonard to come see him. His...

GLC09611.060

to "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia recounts several memories of their first dates, and notes that Bill Burke is coming home.

GLC09414.0617

to R.L. Bovard

Replies to a lodge brother's letter and tells him about military life. Tells Bo not to plan on his return anytime soon. Congratulates him on the success of the Lodge's endeavors. Written on YMCA letterhead.

GLC07810.045

to Henry Knox

References Knox's letters of 22, 24, and 27 August. Those letters gave instructions for his house and had $500 enclosed. Says "Altho' I have written you and I still think it will be madness in the extreme besides a great distruction [sic] of...

GLC02437.05920

to Henry Knox

Writes a distressed letter to Knox on the subject of his investment of 10,000 dollars worth of Knox's notes without his permission. Explains that he did not answer Knox's previous letters because he thought Knox was on his way to Boston, thus...

GLC02437.03885

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia enjoyed re-reading his last letter that summed up Salem, Oregon and talked about his new adventure at Fort Lewis. She tried to get a new pair of shoes, needed 17 ration coupons for them. Asks about the weather in Washington [State] where he is...

GLC09414.0064

to John M. Pemberton

One letter dated Sunday, November 24, 1957, from Kay Pemberton to her husband, John M. Pemberton. Describes her social life and personal time at home. Expresses excitement that he would be home in eleven days. Details how she spends her days watching...

GLC09609.11

to Naomi

One letter addressed Naomi Hurwitz from Warren Schwartz dated November 30, 1941. Pertains to life on the base. States that the morale of the men in their regiment is not high unlike how the radio states that it is.

GLC09662.135

[Collection of Samuel H. Leonard, field and staff, 13th regiment, Massachusetts, infantry] [decimalized]

Leonard was a Colonel in the 13th Mass. Vols. Contains 50 wartime letters and 12 postwar documents, as well as 1 card and 2 envelopes.

GLC03393

to George Clinton

General Clinton replies to a letter from his brother George, who served as Governor of New York 1777-1795. Expresses regret regarding the 16 October British capture of Kingston, New York, then the capital. Referring to the Hudson River, states that...

GLC02497.03

to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff, dated October 13, 1943. Leonard updates his parents on the mail situation. He received eight letters in one day so now he has to rush to answer them. He reports...

GLC09611.117

to Aaron Jeffery

Richard apologizes for the delay in answering Aaron's last letter noting that the break in the mails kept him from getting a letter dated 29 June until 15 July. Richard hopes that the family is safe now that Grant's campaign against Richmond has...

GLC01896.069

to Mother and Dad

One letter addressed to Morris and Eva Schwartz from Warren Schwartz dated February 23, 1942. Inquires about her vacation. Mentions spending the weekend with Naomi Hurwitz and that he wasn't able to find a birthday present for her.

GLC09662.194

to Abby Goold

Writes to his mother thanking her for letters, a photograph, and a box which contained dried fruit, corn, beans, cheese, and tongue. Tells her that when she writes to his brother Theodore she "must encourage him to presevere, also to learn to sing...

GLC03523.05.20

to Gen. James Simons re: defense of Charleston Harbor (retained clerical copy)

Retained clerical copy of Pickens letter, as governor of South Carolina, regarding the defense of Charleston harbor.

GLC02277.02

[Leather Valise/Pouch]

Lather valise/pouch contained a pardon for Payne and a transmittal envelope and letter. GLC00044.07.01-.03

GLC00044.07.04

Secesh Gun, Fort Welles, Port Royal, S.C

Sentry with bayonet stands near artillery gun. Another soldier wearing a greatcoat sits by the gun reading a letter.

GLC05140.01.10

to Ebenezer Dunton, Thomas Vose, and James Waller Head, and [Life] Wilson

Marked "copy." Includes several letters. The first, to Mr. [Life] Wilson, provides instructions for him to build a saw mill in the St. Georges region of Maine using lumber from Mr. James Waller Head. The second note, to Mr. Head, asks him to...

GLC02437.06717

Service Stamps from World War I

Partial sheet of stamps supporting American soldiers overseas. Envelope reads, "One Hundred Service Stamps: These stamps upon your letters, To all the world will say, 'I'm proud because my loved one Serves Uncle Sam today.'" 75 stamps, depicting a...

GLC07810.106

to Mother, Father, and Ruthie

One letter addressed to Mother, Father, and Ruthie from Warren Schwartz dated May 28, 1941. Pertains to his upcoming Memorial Day plans. Pertains to receiving the package they sent him, his group of friends and their nicknames, being picked for...

GLC09662.017

to Henry Knox

Seeks help from Knox for compensation from his previous employment noting that the 1800 War office fire destroyed much of his evidence. Mentions he has provided letters proving past employment as an engineer in the state of Pennsylvania and Delaware...

GLC02437.07581

to his wife

Describes two battles two weeks in passing where 3,000 were killed, wounded, or missing. Furthermore, he describes the battle to be more destructive than all other previous battles in the war with the exception of Kernstown. He informs her of the...

GLC06582.22

to Harvey & George

The letter is signed "Marion" which is possibly Christain M. Epperly's middle name. The handwriting appears to be the same as Christian Epperly's. Writes from Camp Lee that he grows tired of fighting and dislikes the cursing in camp.

GLC02715.046

to Mary Lawyer

One letter from Gerald Handy to Mary Lawyer dated December 24, 1968. Handy addresses her as his mother-in-law and writes that he is switching positions again possibly to captain Jeep driver. He inquires if Frank had been around visiting Donna. He...

GLC09908.05

to Norm "Head" Dykya

One letter to "Head" dated May 7, 1968. Apologizes for not being to meet up recently but assures him that he will make it back to Chicago for a visit. He will likely be deployed to Vietnam in July and is making attempts to not be sent there. Wishes...

GLC09751.20

to Frances Davenport

One letter from Chas. D. Shrieves to Frances Davenport dated July 17, 1864. Says it will be impossible for her to visit the grave of her husband at the present time. Informs her that is the army ever occupies Fredericksburg or the vicinity then she...

GLC03523.09.25

to Mr. J.A. Mead

One letter from Frances Davenport to Mr. J.A. Mead dated June 20, 1864. Admits that it is very hard for her to feel reconciled to "this severe affliction that God has brought upon me". Says that her husband was her all in this world and she cannot...

GLC03523.09.30

To Frances Davenport

One letter from Thomas H. Downs to Frances Davenport dated May 24, 1865. Downs is the surgeon who treated her husband's wounds in the hospital. Informs her that her husband George was taken to the hospital of 3rd Division 2nd Corps by mistake. All of...

GLC03523.09.50

To his wife

Continued on June 6. Camping in the shade and making "artificial shade" with pine and cedar branches; according to letter from relative Matilda, "Nelson was a prisoner in the hands of the rebels;" other news. "As for Marys letter I dont think...

GLC04558.096

to Richard DiChristina [Decimalized .01-.02]

Two letters sent in the same envelope from July 30- August 1st.

GLC09626.09

to unknown [incomplete]

Writes negatively about his officers, "some day and they will have to take the field and work as well...and not have fat horses to ride...and ride through camp and arrest men because they dont get up and salute them and arrest company oficers for...

GLC03523.11.21