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2 December 1867
Starr, E.P., fl. 1867
to Frank H. Alfriend
Returning a clipped signature of Jefferson Davis. The signature was used on an engraving of Davis.
GLC05344.05.03
11 October 1929
Alfriend, Salley S., fl. 1929
to P. Burwell Rogers
[Unsigned carbon copy. Author and place of writing inferred from other correspondence, see # 11 &14.] She received his letter and will send him a copy of an old photograph and an outline of her uncle's life.
GLC05344.05.08
30 October 1929
[Unsigned carbon copy. Author and place of writing inferred from other correspondence, see # 11 &14.] Enclosing a short "sketch" of her uncle's life. She will send the photograph under separate cover. She asks for a copy of the magazine when it is...
GLC05344.05.09
31 October 1929
Rogers, P. Burwell, fl. 1929
to Salley S. Alfriend
He received the short biography and photograph of Frank Alfriend. He thinks it will make an interesting story. It should be published in the S.A.E. Record, 1 March 1930.
GLC05344.05.10
3 June 1901
Sherzer, Edwin B., fl. 1900-1902
to Clara M. Miller
re: Longs for reading matter and to see her. Working night and day. He sent her a pictures and gave her some letters to Miss Nettie from his brother. Talks little about summons. Also about Miss Nettie.
GLC05755.040
14 June 1902
Things are brightening up. Thanks for letters and books.
GLC05755.089
5 May 1944
Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945
to Estelle Spero
Diamond writes that some day he hopes to visit New Zealand or Australia. He comments that he has read part 2 of "France et La Vieux".
GLC09120.407
27 May 1944
Diamond responds to a number of Estelle's letters. Regarding "that hotel deal," he writes that he regrets not having had "those few moments free from fears of curious eyes, of parental scrutiny, - just to be alone -." He informs Estelle that once...
GLC09120.420
9 June 1944
Diamond writes that he intends to break up the monotony of the day by getting a haircut, and going to an "artist" to have a picture of Estelle copied together with a portrait of himself, "just so we can see what we look like together…" Sidney...
GLC09120.432
15 June 1944
Diamond writes that he has been in the "purgatory" of hospital for twenty nine days. He includes a short poem to Estelle, and then playfully describes his fictitious history as a poet.
GLC09120.436
30 June 1944
Diamond writes that a Canadian border man has been helping him with his French.
GLC09120.444
6 August 1944
Diamond describes an essay that he had read by Charles Sank about the Jewish people.
GLC09120.473
27 August 1944
Diamond apologizes for having upset Estelle. He also informs her that the portrait of the two of them together has been completed, but complains that he bears no resemblance to the picture. He discusses the books that he has read recently.
GLC09120.488
14 September 1944
Diamond mentions that he has been reading Montaigne's "Selected Essays", which leads to a discussion of the problems pertaining to a potential "victory" over Japan.
GLC09120.503
24 September 1944
Diamond uses his reading of Montaigne's "Essays" to try and solve Estelle's friend Jan's "problem".
GLC09120.513
28 July 1944
Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988
to Sylvia Weiner
Moe mentions a magazine he has been reading that is like Reader's Digest. He also recommends the book, "They Shall Not Sleep." and reports that there was a baseball game after work.
GLC09414.1155
13 August 1944
Moe was reading "How Green Was My Valley?" he also went to a U.S.O show with Jack, but said it wasn't very good. He imagined that they walked over the bridge and had a soda.
GLC09414.1171
Moe went in search of a French grammar book as he intends to study the language. He later saw a movie. He believes Mad and Ben are in Sylvia's debt.
GLC09414.1209
25 September 1944
Moe is confused by the French grammar book he found as it is in French. He and Jack will start with the simple conjugations, but asks Sylvia to send a French grammar book if she has one since one in English would be easier.
GLC09414.1210
5 October 1944
Moe went to town with Jack, drank brandy and watched a couple of Frenchmen playing cards. He writes in response to Sylvia's request for culture notes. Moe reports that some of the soldiers try to speak to girls on the street, but that in respectable...
GLC09414.1220
17 October 1944
Moe is currently reading "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn." He also mentions that he knows that his parents want to give him something and knowing they may deny themselves of something makes him feel humble.
GLC09414.1227
11 November 1943
Moe writes that Sylvia should type all her letters as he has to strain to read them. He requests that she send him some sweets.
GLC09414.0815
21 December 1943
Moe writes that it is the shortest day in the year, and that he will look out for the packages Sylvia has sent. He says her observation that English expressions have been creeping out in his letters is undoubtedly true.
GLC09414.0868
1929-1945
Weiner, Sylvia, 1912-2008
to "Moe" Weiner
Sylvia writes that she is scared because she hasn't done anything about her paper yet. This is the last page of a letter.
GLC09414.0684
Sylvia had dinner with Mad, and read a book. This is pages 2-3 of a larger letter.
GLC09414.0686
Sylvia refers to the books Moe has sent her. This is page 2-6 of a larger letter.
GLC09414.0687
1 July 1943
Moe writes that he has enclosed a Mark Twain story from Mystery Magazine for Sylvia. This letter is written on Hotel Senator stationary.
GLC09414.0736
31 December 1943
Moe responds to Sylvia's letter, and comments on whether he brings home some anglicisms upon how much he has assimilated., saying a few might remain but most will fall by the wayside. He asks her to please send some newspapers.
GLC09414.0896
4 January 1944
Moe didn't think "Connecticut Yankee" would have that effect on Sylvia. He can't believe it made her cry. The rest of the letter is not clear.
GLC09414.0907
16 January 1944
Moe hints that it's time to ask for groceries. He says he brought along a book of poems to keep him company.
GLC09414.0942
17 January 1944
Moe responds to letters, reminiscing about the book they read at El Rancho and comments that he liked Sylvia's joke.
GLC09414.0944
3 February 1944
Moe comments that he read a great book called "Ministry of Fear."
GLC09414.0978
4 May 1944
Moe writes that "Ten Little Niggers" was a nice gory murder mystery. He got back on the bus and decided that birds must be wise because they fly south for the winter.
GLC09414.1075
Moe writes that Sylvia should use the money returned for a new suit. He also heard that Jay was accepted for the Navy. Tonight he and Jack have tickets for the Agatha Christie play, "Ten Little Niggers."
GLC09414.1076
14 May 1944
Moe understands Sylvia's nervousness when it comes to writing reports for the first time as he has had to write many over the years. He is also glad that her workplace is only a couple blocks from Union Square where lots of good shopping is.
GLC09414.1086
16 February 1945
to Morris "Moe" Weiner
Sylvia writes about how on the way to the lecture she stopped at a bar and read a book on the psycho. While there she was approached by a strange woman who talked about her mother's impact on her.
GLC09414.0517
12 July 1792
Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
to Lucy Knox
Mentions being "attacked with the cursed fever" last week, but is now better. Wishes he could be with her and the family. Informs that Mrs. Smith is doing better after being very ill with a "disorder in her bowels." Writes that "Our President...
GLC02437.05535
circa 27 April 1787
Lear, Tobias, 1762-1816
to Henry Knox
Informs Knox that George Washington will not be able to attend the Society of the Cincinnati general meeting "in consequence of an account which he received by express that his Mother & only Sister lay dangerously ill, & that he was obliged to make...
GLC02437.03536
1806
Pike, Zebulon M., 1779-1813
An account of a voyage up the Mississippi River, from St. Louis to its source
Made under the orders of the War Department by Lieut. Pike, of the United states Army in the years 1805 and 1806. signed by H. Livingston GLC04139 is almost a duplicate copy of this book.
GLC03107.05323
1809
The Interesting Life, Travels, Voyages, and Daring Engagements of the Celebrated Paul Jones
Paul Jones was Commodore in the American Navy during the late Revolutionary War. The book contains "numerous anecdotes of undaunted courage, in the production of his undertakings." The book was printed by N. Elliot, and published by William E...
GLC03107.05325
1830
Catalogue of the Members of the Philomathean Society, instituted in Union College in 1795.
The pamphlet was printed by S.S. Riggs
GLC03107.05327
1839/04/15
Barnard, Daniel D. (Daniel Dewey), 1797-1861
A Discourse on the Life, Services and Character of Stephen van Rensselaer
Printed by Hoffman & White
GLC03107.05329
29 August 1790
Jeffries, John, fl. 1790
Jeffries writes to Knox thanking him for his kindness. Says he fears more for his wife whose "constitution" is particularly vulnerable, which also prevents Jeffries from traveling from Boston. Asks Knox to present a copy of his [aerial] narrative to...
GLC02437.04705
28 May 1792
Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826
Signed in text. Asks that Knox proofread a letter he has prepared to reply to Mr. Hammond (not included). Apologizes for asking and for the haste with which this must be accomplished, as he needs to complete the task before the President's return....
GLC02437.05482
3 September 1791
Maunsell, John, fl. 1724-1795
References Knox's letter of 25 August. Received the letter when he had a fever, which has left him in a weak state. Says he feels better and hopes to go to Pennsylvania in October. Notes Earl Wycombe, who came with Maunsell from England, will stop...
GLC02437.05142
16 January 1791
McNeill, Mary, fl. 1787-1791
to [Henry Knox]
Thanks Knox for being an "Angoll of the Lord" in helping her settle her late husband's business affairs. She will now be able to collect her third from her husband's estate. Writes, "I am ashamed of my speling and writing and my lame arme."
GLC02437.04830
19 February 1785
Manteau, fl. 1785
to Henry Knox [in French]
Recently arrived in London. Offers his regards to Mrs. Knox and other acquaintances. In a post script, notes that he has not forgotten the dictionary.
GLC02437.03098
22 October 1792
McClure, David, 1748-1820
Responds to a previous letter from Knox (GLC02437.10255) and thanks him for ordering copies of his "Sermons on the Moral law." States that Knox has suggested the only plan for teaching the Native Americans "civilization": "an incorporation of white...
GLC02437.05664
4 May 1798
Lucas, John, fl. 1775-1798
Asks Knox to send his picture of Elisha Brown and his heroic revolutionary story to John Adams to be installed in the Museum of the United States.
GLC02437.07124
10 March 1772
Longman, Thomas, 1731-1797
Reports that the magazines for the month of February have been shipped on board the Lydia, under Captain Hall. Returns Thomas Moss's unpaid bill on Grimanney & Co. (GLC02437.00005). Encloses an order and Thomas Bralston's bill on Lane & Co. Has...
GLC02437.00008
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