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to Dorothy Brantley

One letter from Claude E. Brantley to Dorothy Brantley dated August 3, 1945. San Francisco, California A.P.O. as the return address.

GLC09610.125

to Dorothy Brantley

One letter from Claude E. Brantley to Dorothy Brantley dated August 9, 1945. San Francisco, California A.P.O. as the return address.

GLC09610.126

to Dorothy Brantley

One letter from Claude E. Brantley to Dorothy Brantley dated August 16, 1945. San Francisco, California A.P.O. as the return address.

GLC09610.127

to Dorothy Brantley

One letter from Claude E. Brantley to Dorothy Brantley dated August 19, 1945. San Francisco, California A.P.O. as the return address.

GLC09610.128

to Dorothy Brantley

One letter from Claude E. Brantley to Dorothy Brantley dated August 26, 1945. San Francisco, California A.P.O. as the return address.

GLC09610.129

to Dorothy Brantley

One letter from Claude E. Brantley to Dorothy Brantley dated August 31, 1945. San Francisco, California A.P.O. as the return address.

GLC09610.130

to Dorothy Brantley

One letter from Claude E. Brantley to Dorothy Brantley dated March 13, 1945. San Francisco, California A.P.O. as the return address.

GLC09610.090

to Henry Knox

References Knox's letters of 27 February and 2 March. Notes he delivered the letters enclosed for Mrs. Flucker. Has learned from the sheriff of the county that no part of the patent can be sold to pay taxes. States he can count on his watchfulness...

GLC02437.05848

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's previous letter in which she says the house is cold, and asks if she is having the same trouble as last year. He is glad to hear that Ceil and Dane are married. He writes that she is certainly becoming very busy.

GLC09414.0889

to Theodorick Bland

Written by Penn as North Carolina delegate to Continental Congress and Declaration of Independence signer to Bland as a Colonel of Virginia Calvary. Says nothing has happened other than General Sir William Howe's agreement to exchange prisoners of...

GLC04455

to Joshua Mauger

There is no word of the "Adamant" which should have returned from Nova Scotia long ago. A ship arrived with letters from Admiral Montague describing how the British Frigate "Fox" was taken by two American ships, The "Handcock" [sic] and the "Boston...

GLC03902.020

to sister

to sister He says there is nothing new to report except the arrival of more troops. One of the soldiers in Company C deserted and will either run to the "secesh camp" or be shot if he returns. He praises Colonel Wyman for his character, saying
"for...

GLC03696.10

to Henry Knox

Colonel Henry Jackson recommends Captain Mullens, who carries this letter to Knox. Reports that Mullens is "an Irish gentleman & has been in the French Service for 20 years." Notes that Mullens seeks an appointment, and if he does not receive such...

GLC02437.00588

[Collection of Samuel Watson Van Nuys, F company, 7th regiment, Indiana, infantry] [decimalized]

Includes over 110 letters to his parents with commentary on seeing Lincoln, commanding colored troops, baseball, etc.; with tintype photo of Van Nuys and 2 other officers.

GLC07687

to Benjamin Lincoln

Writes that he is fully impressed with how busy Lincoln is (Lincoln was preparing to lead a regiment to face off against the Shays insurgents), but hopes that he would not mind giving him news of the battles in Massachusetts when possible. Writes,...

GLC02437.03419

to Louise Walbridge

Notes he selected the house of Dr. Haywood for his office and a smaller one for his quarters. The owner, a secessionist, had fled before the Union army entered the city. Family members had asked for the house to be returned to them, Walbridge...

GLC04663.63

to Henry Knox

Writes that has noted Knox's previous letter, which indicates that artificers are working hard on wagons and tumbrils. However, "At the same time, I am sorry to inform you, that, they will fall far short of your expectations, in this particular...

GLC02437.01495

to Ma

He asks for a pair of shoes. He met a Colonel Aldredge who knows his father and he saw two Yankee prisoners. Henry apparently did not get the furlough, as he asks for the shoes and the gloves he would have received "had I got [it]." 5 soldiers...

GLC00653.01.18

to "brother" re: family news [fragment]

Half of the letter is missing due to damage.

GLC03107.04786

to Walter Patterson re: grief caused by illness [fragment]

Half of the letter is missing due to damage.

GLC03107.04537

to C. M. Epperly and Mary M. Epperly

Writes that they have written many letters to the Epperlys but have received none in return.

GLC02715.128

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

A series of three letters and four dockets that all concern a suit on Cordoza, by Senator Bruce

GLC09400.140

to William Smith

Writes a letter of introduction for Henry Knox in order to conduct business.

GLC02437.06428

to Mary (Wright) Kellogg

Blanchard writes to Mary Wright from Fort Henry, Tennessee. Mentions Union General Halbert E. Paine leaving with the sick soldiers and supplies. Reports on his trip to Cairo, Illinois by steamer on the Ohio River. Says the boat was so crowded they...

GLC03523.31.12

to William D. Patterson re: business arrangements

The letter is preceded by a copy of another letter by Robert E. Griffith, dated 15 January 1808. The letter discusses current tensions with England, and expresses hope that recent negotiations have proved successful. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04548

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from Stephen De'ak to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated November 5, 1973. De'ak supports the impeachment of President Nixon. The letter is a form letter with the same text as GLC09613.02.0495.

GLC09613.02.0496

[Collection of John S. Bradbury, 3rd regiment, Iowa, light battery] [Decimalized .01- .10]

Letters from John S. Bradbury to his brother, Samuel, dating from 1861 through 1865. They include notable statements of support for Lincoln.

GLC03523.39

to Sarah Ogden

Writes from Mt. Holly, a present day township in Burlington County, New Jersey. Informs Ogden his son was wounded and taken prisoner. Notes he obtained this information from a soldier who was captured at the same time. The soldier said that Thomas...

GLC06559.019

to "my darling little girl"

re: Hartsuff writes to his daughter Florence at boarding school thanking her for the gifts that she sent home and reassuring her that the entire family thinks about her often and wonders what she might be doing at school. He also compliments the...

GLC05201.009

to E. Levassor

Dickson, who served as a Union Major during the Civil War, thanks his grandfather (possibly Eugene Levassor) for a fifty dollar check. Encloses a receipt (not included). Reports that he intends to travel to Georgia, and discusses a recent hunting...

GLC05732.03

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Written at 1:00AM. Sylvia just got home from a long day at school and work. Work makes her feel good because she can help people. Feels like she has grown in the job and can handle practically any situation. She is no longer afraid to address a group...

GLC09414.0149

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Written at the office. Sylvia writes about the thought of him coming home on furlough. Tells him she's arranged for vacation time on a moment's notice. Not to worry, she has saved ration coupons for gasoline for when he comes home.

GLC09414.0066

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Written at 9:00 PM at home. Sylvia was jittery the day before, waiting for a call from him, even though he had warned her not to expect him to be in touch. It is so strange not knowing where he is. Spent her first day in Intake at work and liked it...

GLC09414.0125

to Estelle Spero

Letter written while Diamond is on guard duty. Discusses differences between the treatment of black and white soldiers. Diamond mentions that he is being trained as a communications and staff man, and what this role will entail. He also outlines...

GLC09120.040

to Henry Knox

Copy of notes on letter from Francis Flucker to Henry Knox. Full letter is GLC02437.07456. Mentions that Flucker is in the "goal" for debt.

GLC02437.07455

to Joseph K. Dixon re: thanks for a picture, with TL signed clerically 5/18/1917

The letter is signed with an autograph postscript and is accompanied by a typed letter 5/17/1917 signed clerically.

GLC03911.03

to Maj. John Dix

Letter written in pencil on mourning stationery. The letter discusses the dispatch from Grant, Kirby Smith, and Gen. Banks.

GLC00876

to Miss Norvell Caskie

Letter written just before Miss Caskie married, as President of Washington College. Letter discusses Miss Norvell Caskie's upcoming marriage

GLC01435

to Samuel P. Carson

Letter written at Camp West of Brasos to his Secretary of State. The letter discusses the defense of Texas.

GLC01172

Application for Discharge

One letter from Joseph Colburn to Samuel Leonard dated February 27, 1862. The letter explains his reasons for resigning.

GLC03393.35

to L.Q.G. Lamar

A letter from Thompson about his confirmation, he is writing to ask if Lamar knows anything about it. This letter is contained with another letter to Senator Blanche Kelso Bruce which is about the same topic, #GLC09400.035

GLC09400.036

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

A letter to Senator Bruce about the family and how they all are, the main purpose of this letter is that E Bruce wants to purchase the house from Senator Bruce. This letter is accompanied by a docket GLC09400.070.2

GLC09400.070.01

to Father

Writes to his father about his sickness. States "it may be that you will never get over your sickness. And if the case should prove so, I would like you to have me some written instructions about your Business." Indicates he is worried about his...

GLC03523.08.79

to Parents

Turns out that they will be staying put. The 2nd and 3rd corps "had a sweet little fight" with the Confederates, but the 6th corps was not needed. Feels very lucky that he did not have to fight, for it was raining very hard and the mud was knee deep...

GLC09355.046

to mother

Writes to his mother from Harrison's Landing. Comments about the warm weather that they are having. Says that it is thundering and he hopes that it rains so they will get water. Reports that Lieutenant Forrest is at home and does not believe that...

GLC03523.49.18

War of 1812 documents and correspondence including muster rolls

Correspondence of the Flitner family (1850s) and a single letter concerning the Union blockade off the North Carolina coast.

GLC02669.02

to Sarah Knox

Knox writes to his wife from a camp outside Petersburg, Virginia. Expresses deep love for her and gratitude for her support of the war. Predicts success for the Union is imminent. Refers to Union control of the Weldon Railroad in Petersburg, Virginia...

GLC03523.20.18

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe wonders how a letter from Archie reached him so quickly from India, and says he thinks Dave and Lil should visit Sylvia. He notes that she must not have received his request for money yet.

GLC09414.0974

to Bell Wharton

Wishes Bell "A Happy Christmas." Shares his sadness at being away from home and all the changes that have taken place in one year, especially the death of his father. Remarks he had turkey at the boarding house, "...but it didn't seem like eating...

GLC03523.10.151

to his parents

Writes that soldiers are living in the state house in Tennessee, which is a "splendid piece of workmanship." However, the soldiers are not respectful of the building and keep it dirty at all times. Writes that the men are able to buy anything they...

GLC06728.032