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11 June 1863
Jones, Joseph, fl. 1862-1865
to Nancy E. Jones
He expects the Union to take Vicksburg soon. He must sneak out to prayer meetings in town every night and could be punished if caught.
GLC02739.054
7 August 1863
Mentions that he has atteneded prayer meetings led by Black church members. Refers to the educational disaparity between Black and White children. Writes, "if they had the schooling and chance that we have they could take care of their selves and be...
GLC02739.064
31 August 1863
to Nancy Ellen Jones
Jones, a Civil War soldier, replies to a letter from his wife. Expresses joy that Nancy spends time with Brother Millis, possibly a pastor. Traveled the previous day from Bellefont to Stevenson, Alabama. States that divisions led by Generals...
GLC02739.067
29 August 1862
Guard duty; mustering in; receiving uniforms; prayer meeting.
GLC02739.002
31 August 1862
Camp life; prayer meeting; female visitors; writing paper and envelopes.
GLC02739.003
6 April 1979
Hayakawa, Samuel I., 1906-1992
to Earl G. Hunt
Asked for his favorite quotation for counselling college youth, Hayakawa provides Matthew 12: 36-37: "But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. For by thy words thou shalt...
GLC05508.124.01
30 November 1878
Barnum, P.T. (Phineas Taylor), 1810-1891
to Dr. Davenport
A short, odd, breezy letter, Barnum promises a humorous lecture, possibly to a religious group. He also remarks on the virtues of being "practically useful to our fellow man," indicating that he would trade some of his faith for a stack of good works...
GLC05508.030.01
1981
Bernstein, Leonard, 1918-1990
A Simple Song
Sheet music for "A Simple Song" from "Mass." Accompanied by signed card with "Sing God a simple song" written on it, with score (GLC05508.035.02).
GLC05508.035.02
11 August 1975
Mata, Maureen, fl. 1975
to Mr. Luetge
Maureen Mata, at Pat Boone's office, writes a cover letter for items sent to Luetge: "As requested, we enclose the three pages taken from Pat Boone's book A NEW SONG autographed."
GLC05508.043.01
Boone, Pat, 1934-
[To Shirley...]
Excerpt from Boone's autobiography, 'A New Song': "To Shirley [his wife], Clint Davidson was a living example of the Christian life she was looking for. Little did either of us know than that we were about to experience the reality of the presence...
GLC05508.043.02
[In the next few pages...]
Excerpt from Boone's autobiography, 'A New Song.' Boone writes that he will recount "events leading up to this [event not written, possibly related to religion], and then share with you the exciting experiences that have been ours since then." He...
GLC05508.043.03
[Photograph of Pat Boone]
An autographed photo of Pat Boone "Leo-/ many thanks/ God bless you." Included with excerpts from his book and cover letter (GLC05508.043.01-.03).
GLC05508.043.04
18 December 1894
Booth, William B., 1829-1912
to James W. Eldridge
Booth writes to Eldridge to thank him for his contribution to the Salvation Army.
GLC05508.046.01
12 September 1907
[The object of my life is...]
Booth sends a sentiment that states that the object of his life his to do the most for the Lord. This item appears to be a page from an autograph book. Note the quotations on the verso by Adelina Patti Ledstow (1907) and Luisa Tetrazzini (1909/09...
GLC05508.046.02
22 January 1913
Bryan, William Jennings, 1860-1925
to Earl Cranston, Jr.
Bryan gives advice to a student on the "temptations that come from education" namely, "to forget God" and "to put selfish interests above the common good." Includes a clipped signature.
GLC05508.052.01
10 April 1906
[Fragment of speech by William Jennings Bryan]
A fragment of a speech by Bryan comparing Christ and Confucius marked B. 6: "Confucius dealt with forms and formulas; Christ dealt with substance and with unchanging truth." Typed by Bryan's wife with autograph notes and handwritten continuation on...
GLC05508.052.02
1 February 1876
Cooper, Anthony A., fl. 1876-1884
to Ashley O'Rorke
The Earl of Shaftesbury Anthony Cooper writes to his godson, Ashley O'Rorke, applauding his decision to become a teetotaling missionary, but suggests he go to Central Africa rather than India.
GLC05508.074.01
3 May 1876
The Earl of Shaftesbury Anthony Cooper writes to his godson, Ashley O'Rorke, thanking him for a birthday present and teaches him the motto "None but Christ."
GLC05508.074.02
27 September 1876
The Earl of Shaftesbury Anthony Cooper writes to his godson, Ashley O'Rorke, to assure him that despite not talking for a while, he is thinking of him. He talks about the beach and ocean. Cooper asks him to pray for the end of the Turkey War, and...
GLC05508.074.03
18 December 1879
The Earl of Shaftesbury Anthony Cooper writes to his godson, Ashley O'Rorke, to discuss how illness makes you appreciate health, and remark that they will pray for each other's continued good health. Cooper asks the little boy to imitate a quote:...
GLC05508.074.04
27 December 1884
The Earl of Shaftesbury Anthony Cooper writes to his godson, Ashley O'Rorke, to express happiness that O'Rorke has recovered from an recent illness, but also to point out that he should learn what a blessing health is from the experience. Cooper...
GLC05508.074.05
20 September 1966
Curti, Merle, fl. 1966
to Marshall E. Bean
Curti responds to a letter from Bean, who, facing his own death, asked Curti about his faith. Curti responds that Bean's life in teaching and religious faith ought to provide him with confidence in the value of his life. Regarding his own faith...
GLC05508.078.01
1993/10/24
Davis, Bruce, 1942-?
to Kregg Sanders
Davis, a former member of the Manson family, writes about teaching an Old Testament Survey course and a spiritual Freedom and maturity class. He responds to a religious dilemma about creation posed by Sanders. He discusses collecting and the...
GLC05508.081.01
6 September 1993
[Breakpoint with Chuck Colson]
Internet usenet transcript of "BreakPoint," a christian Prison Fellowship radio program hosted by Chuck Colson. Segment titled: Working Chic: Labor Day Cogitations.
GLC05508.081.03
circa 1972-1980
Duke, Charles Moss Jr., fl. 1972
to Leonard
Offers Gospel verses (Mark 11:24, 16:17-18) to comfort and aid Leonard in his recovery. He also writes: "I have been to the moon but the greatest experience in my life has been accepting Jesus as my Savior." On yellow lined paper with photograph...
GLC05508.092.01
[Photograph of the moon signed by Charles Duke]
On a photograph of the moon, Duke writes: "The heavens declare the glory of God."
GLC05508.092.02
circa 1860
Emerson, Ralph Waldo, 1803-1882
[So near is grandeur to our dust...]
"So near is grandeur to our dust, / So near is God to man, / When Duty whispers low, Thou must, / the youth replies, I can." Accompanied by a tinted photogravure (GLC05508.098.02).
GLC05508.098.01
27 June 1979
Ford, Gerald R., 1913-2006
to Paul Friscat
Ford writes to Friscat and offers a personally meaningful quote, Proverbs 3:5,6, "Trust in the Lord...and He shall direct thy path." Ford had the Bible open to this page when he was sworn in as president.
GLC05508.103.01
18 September 1979
to Dr. Robinson
Ford writes to Dr. Robinson, welcoming him to the Republican party. He also thanks Robinson for enrolling him as a member of the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Accompanied by a signed photograph (GLC05508.103.03).
GLC05508.103.02
circa 1979
[Signed photograph of Gerald Ford]
Ford writes: "Best wishes and good luck." Autographed photo included with letter to Dr. Robinson (GLC05508.103.02).
GLC05508.103.03
9 December 1874
Gladstone, William, fl. 1866-1874
to unknown
British Prime Minster Gladstone writes a letter about the Papal influences in England and Dr. Neuman's ecclestical movement.
GLC05508.110.01
4 December 1886
to Rev. H.W. Tucker
British Prime Minster Gladstone comments on the Colonial Episcopate.
GLC05508.110.02
30 July 1971
Graham, Billy, 1918-2018
Graham accepts Bishop Hunt's invitation to preach in Charlotte. He proposes a five day mini-crusade which will be televised nationally. He comments on the success of his Northern California Crusade despite the radicals at Berkeley University, the...
GLC05508.113.01
20 March 1972
Graham discusses the pressure of preparing new sermons every night for television audiences. He also discusses racial issues including school, housing, and bussing. He thanks Bishop Hunt for his "leadership in and support of the forthcoming...
GLC05508.113.02
3 April 1972
Graham discusses plans to convene an International Congress on World Evangelization in Europe in August or September of 1974. He asks Bishop Hunt for financial and personnel aid, and to join the world-wide convening committee. He makes reference to...
GLC05508.113.03
12 September 1973
Graham writes that he received an article from the Charlotte News in which Bishop Hunt discussed evangelism in Junaluska. He discusses another article about a speech in which the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church chided the World Council for...
GLC05508.113.04
2 July 1878
Hale, Edward E., fl. 1878
to George
Hale discourages George from becoming an Episcopalian minister, looking down on the 39 articles of the Episcopal Church and accusing that church of having one set of rules for its clergy and another set for its members. He claims the Unitarian...
GLC05508.120.01
7 July 1878
Hale's views on religion, the state of the Unitarian church, and what can be done about it though missionary work. He also corrects an article George--a fellow Unitarian clergyman--wrote about him and the Unitarian Church. Hale disassociates the...
GLC05508.120.02
24 November 1979
Henry, Carl F., 1913-2003
Henry writes to Bishop Hunt to congratulate him on his address given at the South Bend colloquy. He also discusses ordering the four volumes of "God, Revelation and Authority" and the need of spreading the Christian Gospel. As Hunt requested, he...
GLC05508.125.01
[The Bible remains...]
Henry enclosed this handwritten quotation with a letter to Bishop Hunt (GLC05508.125.01). He writes: "The Bible remains/ the world's most indispensable reading, and a personal walk with God remains man's unsurpassable privilege. All the valid...
GLC05508.125.02
1 February 1938
Hill, Grace L., 1865-1947
to Rose Wadsworth
Hill thanks Wadsworth for appreciating her writing and Christian message.
GLC05508.127.01
19 January 1939
Hill thanks Wadsworth for a Christmas card and New Year wishes, and is glad the stories helped.
GLC05508.127.02
1861-1865
Hill thanks her correspondent for the words of appreciation and for the high praise of saying her message helped. She wishes her correspondent a Merry Christmas. Includes a biographical advertising card (GLC05508.127.04).
GLC05508.127.03
19 March 1973
Hilton, Conrad N., 1887-1979
[If I could choose but one word...]
Briefly discusses "faith" as a profound and powerful word. Accompanied by signed photograph (GLC05508.129.02).
GLC05508.129.01
17 January 1857
Houston, Sam, 1793-1863
to Samuel Houston, Jr.
Writes to his son to request that he go to town and be measured by a tailor in order to have a coat and pantaloons made. Encourages the boy to study and pray. Also includes a page of advertisements (GLC05508.133.02).
GLC05508.133.01
4 March 1910
Howe, Julia Ward, 1819-1910
to Arnold Chick
Returns an autograph album with the fourth stanza of the "Battle Hymn of the Republic," which begins "He has sounded forth a trumpet that shall never sound retreat..."
GLC05508.137.01
27 January 1981
Irwin, James, 1930-1991
to Doug
Writes how his journey to the moon has changed his life. He now endeavors to bring people to Jesus.
GLC05508.146.01
19 February 1987
to Nate
Irwin writes to Nate and tells him that Jesus walking on Earth is more important than man walking on the moon. He hopes that Nate is serving Jesus.
GLC05508.146.02
September 5, 1986
[Photograph of James Irwin on the moon]
Signed photograph of Irwin saluting the American flag on the moon. He autographs it: "Jesus walking on the earth is more important than man walking on the moon."
GLC05508.146.03
28 December 1980
Isherwood, Christopher, 1904-1986
to John Budan
Isherwood writes to John Budan to explain an excerpt from the Bhagavad-Gita, a Hindu religious book written in Sanskrit, which he helped translate into English. The excerpt means that life's only purpose is to find the knowledge that God exists.
GLC05508.147.01
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