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10 June 1783
Shaw, Samuel, 1754-1794
to Royal Flint
Request for more flour as there is not "any in the store fit to be used." Noted received on verso.
GLC02437.02156
2 September 1782
Starr, Thomas, fl. 1782
to Elnathan Haskell
Likely written by Lieutenant Thomas Starr of the 2nd Connecticut Regiment. Says that the Sergeants Guard, which has been under his command, has arrived. Asks Captain Haskell whether he should remain with them "here" (possibly West Point) or join...
GLC02437.01565
24 November 1775
to David Palairet Jr.
An unknown author writes on behalf of Samuel Waldo that he received Mr. Palairet's letter. Sends his condolences on the death of Palairet's father. Responds to Palairet's question about an extension on their land grant, that many of the heirs of...
GLC02437.09098
circa April 1942
Diamond, Sidney, 1922-1945
to Estelle Spero
Discusses a fist fight that he got into after being provoked by a series of practical jokes. Also discusses his feelings of patriotism, and the need to fight for one's country.
GLC09120.005
30 April 1942.
Describes the punishment of walking for eight hours a day with a pack filled with bricks for a period of four days given to a boy who had gone missing for three days. Discusses impatience as to when he will be moved on from the training camp.
GLC09120.004
circa 1942
Describes the process of being given an army uniform, and how it creates a sense of equality in the company. Warns Estelle not to trust soldiers.
GLC09120.010
1 January 1945
Diamond writes to Estelle: "It is unnecessary for me to describe my eternal devotion to you - " Written en route to the Philippines
GLC09120.557
18 August 1944
Diamond informs Estelle that he has been snowed under with work. He then proceeds to discuss how much he misses her.
GLC09120.481
19 December 1944
Diamond tells Estelle that she is in his heart continuously. Sidney states that the fact that he has not received any letters in weeks has only made him realize the importance of their correspondence. He writes: "Take care of yourself and have all...
GLC09120.551
17 May 1776
Burbeck, Edward, 1740-1783
to Henry Knox
Informs Knox that Lieutenant John Edes plans to leave his post to join the Provincial Service. Edes is on his way to ask Knox for a discharge. Burbeck wants Edes to return to duty and fears the consequences if officers just decide to leave. Also...
GLC02437.00301
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