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29 July 1862
O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866
to My Dear Mary
He is sending her some valuable papers to look after until he returns. If anything happens, she should give them to his mother.
GLC02830.45
9 August 1862
He is sending her a package to look after until he asks for it. If anything happens, she should give it to his mother.
GLC02830.46
19 October 1862
They carry no reporters with them, and thus there is nothing about them in the papers. He heard a good sermon in church. He sent her some music.
GLC02830.51
15 November 1862
He received a letter from his sister consoling him over the loss of his younger brother who was killed in battle. The removal of Gen. McClellan has caused some excitement. He finally got the locket from her.
GLC02830.52
26 November 1862
He wishes he could see her play the harp or the piano. He wishes he could spend Christmas with her. Many of his juniors have been promoted but he remains a captain. Written near Fredericksburg, Virginia.
GLC02830.53
7 December 1862
He wrote to her mother telling her how much he has enjoyed spending time in their home. He fears there is no chance for promotion. It seems Miss R does not dislike him anymore.
GLC02830.54
17 December 1862
He just fought in the battle of Fredricksburg but came out well. Her cousin David Hancock joined the regiment just before the battle. He heard her brother has joiend the navy. Written near Fredericksburg, Virginia.
GLC02830.55
28 December 1862
He is trying to get a leave of absence to see her but feels his chances are very slim. He wants to know what people are saying about Fredricksburg because he thinks they fought nobly.
GLC02830.56
17 January 1863
Tomorrow they leave for a destination unknown. He applied for a leave of absence. Includes a picture showing the profile of a woman in a yellow dress.
GLC02830.57
October 1, 1907
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
to Quentin Roosevelt
Writes to his son describing the aspects of his journey a child might find interesting. Includes two sketches drawn by Roosevelt during his trip down the Mississippi River. Written on U.S. Steamer Mississippi letterhead.
GLC01410.02.01
October 3, 1907
Writes to his son about sights on the Mississippi River. Mentions getting caught in the rain in St. Louis. With two illustrations by Roosevelt, including a self-caricature. Written on U.S. Steamer Mississippi letterhead.
GLC01410.03.01
1861-1877
U.S.S. Frolic
Tender to Flagship. European Squadron
GLC08284.165
A Ship on the high seas
GLC08284.166
23 November 1861
Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863
to Brother Henry
The first place they visited in Mt. Vernon was Washington's tomb. Then they saw the gardens and the orchard.Next they went to the house. There were many things in the house including pistol holster and a large piano. Written in Camp Lyon.
GLC02172.30
5 July 1861
to Heather Henry
He got a pass to go down to Washington the other day. He visited the gallery and the senate chambers. Very Faded.
GLC02172.04
11 September 1969
Anderson, Robert A., Mrs., fl. 1966-1970
to Nancy
Nancy's mother writes that she received a letter from Herbert for Nancy which she will give to Jimmy to deliver to her. She discusses financial struggles and mentions that Nancy's grandmother is feeling "fair." Nancy's mother brings up Grace King...
GLC09600.04.01
14 October 1969
Richard, Mrs. M., fl. 1966-1970
Nancy's grandmother writes that the weather is turning cooler and reminds Nancy to dress warmly. Nancy's grandmother mentions she is still seeing a doctor but has been feeling much better. She suggests that they see "Camelot" which is playing at...
GLC09600.09
25 October 1969
Nancy's mother writes that Bobby received his ring and that she is happy that Nancy found her own ring. She mentions several people including the homecoming queen from Grace King High School. Nancy's mother mentions her reserve in wanting to see...
GLC09600.10
2 December 1969
Nancy's grandmother writes that the family misses Nancy when she is at school but that she is glad Nancy is in college as it is good for her. She mentions, Tillie (Te Te), Steven, whom Nancy's mother misses when he is away, and Nancy's father. Nancy...
GLC09600.16
19 May 1970
Nancy's mother writes, dated Saturday evening, that she tried to reach her at school but was unsuccessful. She mentions that Nancy's dress has arrived at home, that they have been invited to another wedding, and that they also received an invitation...
GLC09600.28.02
1965-1976
Various
[Letters belonging to William E. Johnson, 1965-1976] [Decimalized .01-.39]
Collection of personal correspondence belonging to William E. Johnson dated 1965-1976. Consists of 40 letters received primarily by his wife, Roseann Goodford related to the Vietnam War while aboard the USS Rogers. Includes topics related to war...
GLC09606
15 April 1966
Johnson, Roseann, Goodford, 1941-
to Bill
One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated April 15, 1966. Pertains to finances for their car to be fixed, filing taxes and other life updates. She comments on the cost of the repairs and the joy from "dragging with other cars."...
GLC09606.07
21 May 1966
One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann dated May 21, 1966. Pertains to spending the evening with coworker, Sally. The evening consisted of two moves at the drive-in: "Darling" and "Cat Ballou." Roseann writes that she misses Bill...
GLC09606.09
15 July 1966
to Bill (Love)
One letter addressed to William E. Johnson from Roseann Johnson dated July 15, 1966. Mentions watching two films; one by Jacques Tati and another entitled, "A Married Woman," which made no sense to her. States that "Lolita" is playing in a week. She...
GLC09606.23
1937-1963
[World War II letters of Leonard Eugene Graeff of Harrisburg Pennsylvania] [Decimalized .001-.602]
672 items, primarily letters from and to Leonard Eugene Graeff. Many of the letters are between him and his parents Raymond James Graeff and Susan Prowell Graeff. The items date from 1937 to 1963 with the bulk of the material from 1942-1945. The...
GLC09611
1969-1970
DiChristina, Richard J., 1949-2016
[Collection of letters belonging to Richard DiChristina, 1969-1970] [Decimalized .01-.24]
Collection of letters exchanged between Joyce Robinson and Richard DiChristina dated 1969-1970. Consists of 38 letters pertaining to their engagement, DiChristina's enlistment and life for Robinson in the states. DiChristina was a Private E1 in the...
GLC09626
circa 1859 - 1862
McClees, J.E., fl. 1855-1865
J.L. Reno
Photo taken by J.E. McClees, engraving done by J.C. Buttre. General Jesse L. Reno is pictured in his union uniform.
GLC02457.15.02
24 March 1944
Stone, Robert L., 1921-2009
to Jacob Stone and Beatrice Stone
Addressed to "Dad + Bee." He's been out of the hospital for a week, and went into LA illegally with his friends. One took them to Warner's and they saw Humphrey Bogart making a new movie. The army doesn't know what to do with him, but they'll...
GLC09620.087
1918
Christy, Howard Chandler, 1872-1952
Gee!! I Wish I Were a Man, I'd Join the Navy, Naval Reserve or Coast Guard
This is a lithographic poster featuring Howard Chandler Christy's iconic depiction of the female, would-be sailor. The poster is of a girl and states "GEE I WISH I WERE A MAN I'd JOIN THE NAVY, NAVAL RESERVE OR COAST GUARD." The poster was used as a...
GLC09648
1952-1963
[Collection of wire photographs, 1952-1963] [Decimalized .01 - .88]
76 wire photos with 8 larger wire photos, many with International News Photos handstamps and/or typed dated descriptions affixed on verso. Most dated 1952-1963.
GLC09677
2 February 1976
Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976
to Roseann
One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 2, 1976. Pertains to a visit to New Jersey the day before. He reminisces about acquaintances of theirs and places they had visited together. He mentions he went to a real estate...
GLC09606.32
8 February 1976
One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 8, 1976. Bill writes that he watched "Mutiny on the Bounty" this evening. He is spending time at his parents' house in Maryland and writes about his dinner and the family that...
GLC09606.36
30 July - 1 August 1969
Robinson, Joyce, 1957-?
to Richard DiChristina [Decimalized .01-.02]
Two letters sent in the same envelope from July 30- August 1st.
GLC09626.09
30 July 1969
to Richard DiChristina
One letter addressed to Richard J. DiChristina from Joyce Robinson dated July 30, 1969. Pertains to visiting Richard's mother, updates on family members and attending a performance of Romeo and Juliet. She mentions she visited Richard's mother and...
GLC09626.09.01
1818/11/26
[Engraving of James Monroe]
Portrait engraving of James Monroe, shown from chest up. Numeric date refers to date found on GLC04823.01.
GLC04823.03
1835
Durand, A.B., fl. 1835
James Monroe
Engraving of James Monroe, shown from waist up. Text beneath the image reads "Eng. by A.B. Durand, from the Painting by J. Vanderlyn in the City Hall New York." Features James Monroe's signature below the title. Text beneath signature reads "Entered...
GLC04823.04
1833
[Engraving of John Quincy Adams]
Black and white engraving of John Quincy Adams. Date is unknown, but the engraving was originally included as collateral to GLC04006.01, which is dated circa 1833. Printed by D. Appleton & co.
GLC04006.02
J.Q. Adams
Bust engraving of John Quincy Adams. Numeric date refers to date found on GLC04823.01.
GLC04823.02
Bust engraving of James Monroe. Numeric date refers to date found on GLC04823.01.
GLC04823.05
24 April 1795
Wellmore, Edward, fl. 1834-1867
Thomas Mifflin
Portrait engraving of Thomas Mifflin, shown from the waist up in formal military dress. Text beneath the image reads "Engraved by E. Wellmore from a painting by G. Smart in possesion of G. M. Dallas Esq'r." Includes Thomas Mifflin's signature beneath...
GLC04842.31.02
1968
Farleigh Dickinson University
Charles Aston exhibit, 1968-1969.
One program exhibit sponsored by Farleigh Dickinson University featuring paintings and sculptures by Charles Aston. Artwork was displayed at the Gallery of Modern Art Including the Huntington Hartford Collection. Includes a biographical sketch of...
GLC09640.069
3 September 1964
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
The Civil Rights Front
One edition of Midstream entitled, "The Civil Rights Front," dated September 3, 1964. Includes non-fiction essays, fiction, poetry and book reviews. Essays cover various aspects of civil rights, art in Israel, an Arab boycott of Israel, and other...
GLC09640.116
13 June 1862
Scurry, John G., fl. 1861-1871
to Mat
One letter addressed to Mat from John G. Scurry dated Camp near Richmond, June 13, 1862. Describes sneaking off to the theater and escaping his own provost cavalry.
GLC03957.08
20 October 1862
Herald Office
[Second Grand Concert by the Amateur Band of the Anderson Troop]
One broadside promoting a concert by the Amateur Band of the Anderson Troop to take place on October 20, 1862.
GLC03523.24.021
14 April 1945
Los Angeles Herald Express
Los Angeles Evening Herald Express [Vol. LXXV No. 17 (April 14, 1945)]
One issue of the Los Angeles Evening Herald Express dated April 14, 1945. Articles printed pertain to local Los Angelenos reflections on the passing of President Roosevelt; college sports updates; features on upcoming film releases; radio programming...
GLC09619.097
15 August 1945
Los Angeles Times (Firm)
Los Angeles Times [Vol. LXIV (August 15, 1945)]
One issue of the Los Angeles Times dated August 15, 1945. Articles printed pertains to advancements of radar technology; listing the names of deceased Navy officers; film showtimes; pinions on the end of the war; highlights of different women's...
GLC09619.102
12 December 1943
Roberts, Natalie, fl. 1943-1944
to Leonard Eugene Graeff
One letter from Natalie Roberts to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated December 12, 1943. Natalie apologizes for not writing sooner, preparations for Christmas had her busy. She mentions town isn't decorated like normal. They are putting up the tree by the...
GLC09611.171.01
7 August 1963
Associated Press
Earning a Living the Hard Way
One wirephoto released by Associated Press date August 7, 1963. Shows a biplane flying low to the ground towards a building as people flee. The embedded press release states that Frank Tallman, a stunt pilot, is skimming the top of the factory for...
GLC09677.68
1957
American Museum of Immigration
[Miss Charlotte Beyser Bartholdi]
One undated photograph released by The American Museum of Immigration. The photograph is a portrait of Charlotte Beyser Bartholdi. The attached release says that Charlotte Beyser Bartholdi is the mother of Frederic Auguste Bartholdi, the sculptor of...
GLC09677.70
1953-1957
Portrait of Ann Sothern
One undated photograph of Ann Southern. The portrait is of Southern holding paper. Possibly taken during her show Private Secretary which ran from 1953-1957.
GLC09677.71
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