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1929-1945
Photograph of Moe Weiner
In this undated photo Moe is in his shorts standing outside. This is possibly taken at the same time as GLC09414.1653
GLC09414.1654
Photograph Alvin Greenfield
Alvin stands in between two other airmen in uniform.
GLC09414.1655
March 1943
Photograph of Alvin Greenfield
Al stands to the far left in a group with four other unidentified men. They are wearing long coats on the Boardwalk at Atlantic City
GLC09414.1656
1 March 1938
Photograph of unidentified man
Photograph of unidentified man on Miami Beach kneeling in the sand.
GLC09414.1657
27 September 1862
Thomas, Lorenzo, 1804-1875
General Orders No. 144
Copy of General Orders No. 144 of September 27, 1862, signed by the Assistant Adjutant General, dismissing Key from the service for uttering disloyal sentiments.
GLC00228.02
September 26, 1862
Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865
to John J. Key
The letter is accompanied by a copy of General Orders No. 144 of September 27, 1862, signed by the Assistant Adjutant General, dismissing Key from the service for uttering disloyal sentiments. The note describes meeting on 27 September with Key and...
GLC00228.01
9 November 1944
Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988
to Sylvia Weiner
Moe indulges in more memories of the trips they've taken together. He also writes that he loves Sylvia more now than when they were first married.
GLC09414.1249
7 December 1944
Moe describes the concert in detail, watching the pianist, he was reminded of the many times Sylvia played the piano.
GLC09414.1282
26 December 1944
Moe says he has been guarding German prisoners for the past three days, and has a hard time believing that they have hurt people. He describes them as meek as lambs. But at the same time he has no sympathy for them.
GLC09414.1296
5 February 1863
Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864
to Richard H. Jackson
He informs him he has called on Orderly L. Huct and had a pleasant talk. He learned that Lt. Col. Kimball has a short stay in Washington.
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21 December 1862
He received John Davis's letters, along with the Zouave uniform, and portrait of a young lady which will be delivered to his mother in due time.
GLC07705.245
12 January 1863
He writes about the boots he has reecntly sent. Then draws a picture of the boot, marked with Richard's name inside. He saw J. Austen the other day who has gotten his discharge.
GLC07705.247
20 January 1863
He writes about the dress uniform Richard has requested he purchase. He discusses various sizes.
GLC07705.248
1 February 1863
He writes of the gallant bravery of Burnside and his misfortune with the weather. He tells Richard to write to Margaret Delahantes and includes her address.
GLC07705.251
6 February 1863
He has received his letter in which he asks him not to mail the coat because he has someone coming to get it.
GLC07705.254
15 February 1863
Jackson, Elizabeth, fl. 1861-1864
He writes that Miss Mulligan went to a fortune teller who told her her lovers' name was Richard and she would get two letters from him.
GLC07705.255
17 February 1863
He has picked out his fatigue coat and other items to be delivered to Richard.
GLC07705.257
20 February 1863
He has written out an itemized receipt for all the items sent by Adams Express.
GLC07705.259
7 January 1945
Becker, David, fl. 1943-1945
to Moe Weiner
This letter is from Moe's nephew. He thanks Moe for the gifts. He also draws a picture of a German general on the last page.
GLC09414.1682
2001
Play Summary
This is a summary of the play "Picnic" it most likely belonged to Sylvia Weiner, as the production was in the 2001 season.
GLC09414.1683
17 May 2001
Theater Ticket
2 tickets to a performance of the Merchant of Venice for Sylvia Weiner. The play took place at the Stratford Festival of Canada.
GLC09414.1684
Levine, Hyman, fl. 1942
A short note from Hy, he writes that he received a card saying his wife had been killed in an auto crash. He says he can now see what a jack-ass he's been.
GLC09414.1685
23 April 1943
Bernie, fl. 1943
Bernie writes that he is sorry he hasn't written sooner, he thought he had lost Sylvia's address but recently found it. He mentions that he is expecting his parents to visit at the end of April.
GLC09414.1686
28 February 1929
Becker, Samuel, fl. 1943
Sam complains about army life. He also tells a humorous story about his quest for shoes that fit properly, in the end he has four pairs of shoes.
GLC09414.1687
27 August 1929
Moe wishes Sylvia a happy birthday from Switzerland where he is on furlough, and asks her to call. She wrote on the back that she could not get a call through.
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Lil, fl. 1929-1945
Lil writes that she tried to contact Sylvia several times by phone but was unsuccessful. She also says she did get the message that Moe is in Oregon, and asks Sylvia to confirm the address.
GLC09414.1689
Becker, Madeline, 1915-1995
to Sylvia and Moe Weiner
Madeline writes that she contacted the telephone company and explained the past due bills, the company agreed to wait until they returned. She also reports that she cleaned the garage and rearranged the bedroom. Madeline provides a drawing of the new...
GLC09414.1690
Sam writes that he would like to hear from Sylvia once in a while. He mentions that he went to Savannah and discovered the Jewish community there.
GLC09414.1691
Madeline writes that she is glad that Moe is in a camp in the West instead of the East, she heard the difference is amazing. She is currently in Florida, unfortunately, it isn't so glamorous because there are soldiers everywhere. She also mentions...
GLC09414.1692
Birthday poem
A birthday poem for Sylvia. Written on plain piece of paper.
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Marge, fl. 1943
Marge writes that the ration board only gave blue points for some reason. She asks Sylvia to do her a favor and call the ration board and complain about insufficient stamps for meat and butter. She says both are needed to help Joe who is still very...
GLC09414.1694
17 March 1929
Marge writes that they are now in Revere. She hopes Sylvia is adjusting to life without Moe. She is looking forward to going back to New York.
GLC09414.1695
Weiner, Pepi, fl. 1905-2000
to Mom and Pop (Moe's parents)
Pepi writes that Willie is probably going to Panama, but she is worried about the store they own, and does not want to leave it. She sends 10 dollars, and invites her parents over.
GLC09414.1696
to Dad
Sam writes that he would like a certified copy of David's birth certificate. Since Mad is in Florida Sam thought he'd be able to help him. He also says that he misses David terribly.
GLC09414.1697
14 April 1943
Baseball ticket
Yankees-Giants-Dodgers baseball ticket, with red and blue letters and green shading. the ticket is for a double header with the proceeds going to the Civilian Defense Volunteer office. The ticket is unused and complete.
GLC09414.1698
10 May 2002
Photograph of Sylvia Weiner
Photograph of a ceremony where Sylvia Weiner is made senior citizen of the year. Sylvia is standing with Bruce Nyman and another man
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A photograph taken at the ceremony when Sylvia Wiener is made senior citizen of the year. Standing at the podium with Bruce Nyman
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A photograph taken at the ceremony when Sylvia Wiener is made senior citizen of the year. Standing at the podium with Bruce Nyman, as a speech is given
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A photograph taken at the ceremony when Sylvia Wiener is made senior citizen of the year. Standing at the podium giving a speech
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A photograph taken at the ceremony when Sylvia Wiener is made senior citizen of the year. Sylvia is sitting with two unidentified men standing behind her
GLC09414.1663
A photograph taken at the ceremony when Sylvia Wiener is made senior citizen of the year. Sylvia is sitting with Jenny
GLC09414.1664
A photograph taken at the ceremony when Sylvia Wiener is made senior citizen of the year. Standing at the podium with Bruce Nyman, as she gives a speech
GLC09414.1665
A photograph taken at the ceremony when Sylvia Wiener is made senior citizen of the year. Standing with Bruce Nyman and another man.
GLC09414.1666
August 2005
A photograph of Sylvia Wiener in a wheelchair
GLC09414.1667
2002-2008
A photograph of Sylvia Wiener in a wheelchair in front of the Cove House hotel
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Photograph of View
View from the window of a hotel room possibly Cove House
GLC09414.1669
A photograph of Sylvia Wiener in a wheelchair in front of the Cove House hotel waiving to the camera
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Photograph Inside the hotel room.
View of the inside of a hotel room possibly Cove House
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Photograph of a flower.
A photograph of a flower
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Photograph of the living room in the suite.
View from the inside of a hotel room possibly Cove House, Sylvia sits in the doorway in a wheelchair facing out.
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