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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received a letter from Lilian and was reminded of her anniversary as well. He writes that he also received letters from Sylvia and they helped the weekend pass. He notes that she must have worked on the car for four hours.

GLC09414.0833

To Mrs. Nueal Dorroh

Conner writes that he is said to hear that Bell Dorroh's mill burned, and that one of his hands was responsible for burning it. He asks Nueal how everyone is at home. He specifically wonders how Francis is, and asks if she has married. He writes "I...

GLC09581.20

To Ardena Mae Fouts

Augsberger expresses his love for Ardena, and tells her how much he misses her. He says that he will not be writing as often because "I am doing a job now that keeps me on the road a lot...I will write you though as much as I possibly can." He...

GLC09569.37

To Ardena Mae Fouts

Augsberger writes that he is worried because he has not heard from Ardena since a little over a week ago. He asks her to write as often as she can. He inquires if she has had any pictures taken lately, and writes, "as the British say 'get cracking'...

GLC09569.39

to Joyce Robinson

Richard writes how much he loves and misses Joyce. He writes that he wishes he could send a long letter but is running out of paper and asks Joyce to put in some when next she writes. They should be going into a fire base soon and he can't wait...

GLC09626.20

to James Allison

One note from Eben Allison to James Allison dated April 8, 1864. The note reads "Dear Father, Gold pen and holder which please keep for me. I am "bully" Eb." The note looks like it was written on the outside of a package that was kept together with...

GLC03523.24.126

to Henry Knox

Contains two letters: at the top of the page is a letter from Joshua Loring, dated 11 July 1782 and transcribed by Oliver Smith, and at the bottom is a letter from Smith himself. The letter from Loring declares that Loring deposited Knox's goods at...

GLC02437.01475

[Instructions to Sebastian Bauman and Thomas Patten]

In the first letter, Shaw instructs Major Bauman to deliver a traveling forge to New Windsor, New York. In the second letter, written on the same date, Shaw orders Captain Patten at New Windsor to complete the forge if it is unfinished.

GLC02437.01117

to Thomas Randall

Received his last letter, which included several bank notes. Discusses the bank notes as well as his financial plans with Randall. Considers their business arrangements with a Mr. McConnell. See GLC02437.05425 for Randall's letter, to which Knox...

GLC02437.05430

to A. Leonard

contains two letters both from E. Storrs. Second one dated 26 July 1863

GLC09182.11

to Jerry Cooper

re: a love letter

GLC02179.01.007

to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated February 7, 1945. He writes that the mail has been light lately but he received a letter from Arvilla Good with photos of her, Johnny, and Ed. He received...

GLC09611.401

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

V-Mail. Sylvia claims it was a lovely day and a little warmer. Still has no mail from Moe. Reports on friends he asked about in one of his last letters. Had to interview someone at work, between the malcontents who are all that is left at work...

GLC09414.0166

to William P. Sayles

Writes to his father from camp. Informs him that he sent ten dollars home. Complains about how long it has been since he has received any letters from the Silases family. Writes that a man named Knapp is a fool for trying to recruit all the...

GLC03523.32.28

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that the battle for the bridgehead over the Rhine has begun. He also corrects her usage of the word "assail" in her last letter, and agrees that it is sad about Mildred's kid brother who is "missing in action."

GLC09414.1349

to Eleanor Hammond

Received two letters from her last night, one dated 11/23/64 and the other 11/25/64. Happy she included four extra postage stamps in one of them. Leg is "almost well." Weather is "very warm." Has recovered from his cold. Beef for dinner tonight. If...

GLC09273.12

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia answers previous letters of Moe's, mentions taxes and a trip to the movies with Ben.

GLC09414.0194

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to the movies, and reminds Sylvia to write Benoit again. He also acknowledges that they are both missing each other more with each passing day. This letter is missing pages.

GLC09414.0721

to Damuth family

Writes short note to his family with information about directing letters to the Wisconsin Volunteers.

GLC03523.14.83

to Bruce Elmore

She asks him to send her letters home and talks of a special wine she makes.

GLC06588.301

to Father

In the letter, Frederic Pearce mentions his difficulties in getting a recommendation for William, his father. The letter is written on blue paper.

GLC00066.135

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

This is a series of two letters, and a separate docket. All three concern the post office and appointment to political posts.

GLC09400.056

to Henry Knox

Collection of eight letters. Letters dated 4 September, 14 September, 16 September, 23 September, 10 October, 17 October, 21 October, 1 November. Discusses the transportation of goods, supplies and horses. Mentions problems with raising troops and...

GLC02437.10237

to Henry Knox

Worries that her letters might fall into enemy hands. Reports that she and their daughter, Lucy, are in good health. Beseeches Henry to send for her. Notes that she has forwarded "six or seven letters" to Henry.

GLC02437.00651

to Henry Knox

Introduces Mr. John Mortimer, the bearer of the letter. Explains that Mortimer is a member of a respectable family that lives near Weedon, and he is taking a tour as far as Boston before returning to go into business, particularly exports and...

GLC02437.04184

to Amos J. Harding

Yesterday, Lyon received Harding's letter containing vouchers; very glad to hear from Harding. Was pleasantly located at Rolla, Missouri for two weeks when they "received orders emanating from the War Department to report to Major General Grant at...

GLC02178.01

to Henry Knox

Reverend McClure, a childhood friend of Knox, writes a letter of reacquaintance and reminiscence: "I sometimes call to mind those scenes of innocent amusement & play, in which we were mutually engaged when we were boys..." Praises Knox's service to...

GLC02437.04059

To Governor William Plumer

In the letter, Adams discusses New York State, party, and sectionalism.

GLC00639.02

to Louis Stamps

Letter to Louis Stamps from Susanne Sabaroff, written from Philadelphia. They are newly engaged! Most of this letter describes her excitement and planning, with a brief reference to her returning to Penn State soon.

GLC09571.33

to Mary Lawyer

One letter from Gerald Handy to Mary Lawyer dated December 19, 1968. Handy addresses her as his mother-in-law. He hasn't received any letters from them and really wants one. He mentions he worked in the mail room last night with another soldier from...

GLC09908.04

to Ken Brown

One typewritten letter to Ken Brown from Jesse Owens dated June 12, 1953. Thanks Brown for a previous letter. Letterhead is from the State Athletic Commission of Illinois. Refers to a flood where people may receive better housing due to the damage...

GLC09798.03

[Collection of Enoch Q. Fellows, field and staff, 3rd regiment, New Hampshire, infantry] [Decimalized .001- .111]

Papers of First Lieutenant in 1st New Hampshire Volunteers and Colonel of 3rd New Hampshire Volunteers, and related materials. Contains letters, orders, military papers, and other papers. Includes commentary on the Battle of Antietam.

GLC02745

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe gushes about the sketch Sylvia made of Polgar's Palace in her previous letter, and showed it to his friends. He also mentions the first intelligent women he has met since he came into the army. Thanks Sylvia for the package, including the socks.

GLC09414.0761

to Daniel Ruggles

Reagan, postmaster general of the Confederacy, informs General Ruggles that his letter of 23 April (accompanied by a letter from Ruggles's son and a sealed letter to Confederate President Jefferson Davis), have arrived. Relates that he will present...

GLC02469.19

to Franklin B. Sanborn

Brown critiques Sanborn's book for having too many of John Brown's personal letters. He read part of Sanborn's manuscript for "The Life and Letters of John Brown" out loud to his brother Owen. They both worry readers may get bored of so many letters...

GLC00929.02

[Collection of Nathaniel R. Davison, I company, 11th regiment, Mississippi, infantry] [Decimalized .01- .04]

Collection of four war date letters from a soldier in the 11th Mississippi Volunteers to his sister. Davison comments on Fort Donelson in a letter written from Camp Fisher. Also mentions a defeat at Annandale. The two final letters of 15 January...

GLC03135.07

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's previous letter. He hopes her father is feeling better and that her mother gets a chance to ease up soon but doesn't think it's possible. He hopes Joe gets over his setback and acknowledges that's it must feel strange that...

GLC09414.0751

to his family

Writes that he has been using the field glass that Miss Greene sent him. Asks advice on what he should write to thank her. Asks how to address her in a letter: "Is she "dear Madame" or what." Also writes that the long lost Harper's Ferry bundle that...

GLC03603.195

to Moe Weiner

James Doyle writes from North Africa, saying that the treatment is very good there. They have excellent rations and the champagne is very good. He brags throughout the whole letter.

GLC09414.1543

to Louis Stamps

Letter to Louis Stamps from Susanne Sabaroff, written at Penn State, describing every aspect of her "ever growing love" for him.

GLC09571.08

to James Fishback, Lexington, KY

Jefferson denies a statement attributed to him that he had heard atheism discussed by French bishops at a table. Fishback, a Kentucky minister and politician, maintained that "by corruption in religion" all of Europe had "gravitated into atheism."...

GLC00180

to Mary M. Bogart

Writes to his wife whom he refers to as his "partner in life," that he is well and has received her letter. Reports that he has been standing guard and expects to stay put for the winter. Tells her they have fixed up their winter quarters and now...

GLC03523.11.01

to Erastus R. McKinney

re: recent letters and goods sent to Erastus; predictions for the end of the war

GLC02179.01.018

to Catherine Greene

Written by Major General Greene to his wife Catharine. Says she must be away or he would have received a letter from her. Says her last letter was very melancholy. Believes she would not leave him under this impression for a month if she feels...

GLC05624

to Elizabeth Smith

His right leg is getting worse. He believes Lee may attack them near Alexandria. The regiment now totals 343 men out of the 984 men who enlisted one year ago. In a section addressed to his wife, Smith indicates someone wrote him a note, on one of...

GLC04189.54

to Joyce Robinson

One letter addressed to Joyce Robinson from Richard J. DiChristina dated February 6, 1970. He writes of the number of letters he has yet to mail to Joyce. His platoon has walked 500 meters today, and they are "up on one hell of a mountain." He relays...

GLC09626.11.01

To Ardena Mae Fouts

Augsberger inquires as to how things are at home. He tells Ardena that everything here is ok. He writes "Gee Honey there isn't much to write about. What I would like to say I can't. Because of military laws so anyway it will keep till I get home." He...

GLC09569.34

To Ardena Mae Fouts

Augsberger writes to Ardena to wish her a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. He reminisces about New Years of '42 at the midnight show with Ardena. He wishes he could be home this year with her, but hopes that by this time next year they will be...

GLC09569.53

to Naomi

One v-mail addressed to Naomi Hurwitz from Warren Schwartz dated July 5, 1943. Pertains to receiving ribbons for their campaign in Africa. Also thanks her for the jokes she sent in a previous letter.

GLC09662.429

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia reports that she found a letter Moe wrote a year ago.

GLC09414.0278