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15 February 1936
Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945
Pardon of Nelson H. Peach, with warrant
Pardon countersigned by Attorney General Homer S. Cummings. Accompanied by the transmittal warrant and the original envelope.
GLC03581
16 August 1934
Pardon of Tobe Strickland (c/s Harold W. Stephens)
Convicted of manufacturing, transporting and possessing liquor.
GLC02836
1931/09/21
Coolidge, Calvin, 1872-1933
to R. H. Waldo
Writes to Waldo in New York, who was possibly a newspaper reporter, to tell him that "It would not be worth your while to see me about daily dispatches." He concludes by thanking Waldo "for the information about England," noting (in accord with the...
GLC04905
1945/12/21
Anderson, John, 1882-1958
to Harry S. Truman re: meeting, atomic energy
GLC04935.04
17 July 1939
to Mrs. Thomas McAllister
Mentions that he enjoyed reading McAllister's report and editorials on the Regional Conferences being held by the Women's Division of the Democratic National Committee. Discusses women's role in politics.
GLC05064
1938/06/01
Presidential veto of "act to incorporate Mount Olive Cemetery Co."
Presidential veto of "act to incorporate Mount Olive Cemetery Co." because it would exempt them from paying for public improvements. Originally pasted overall on an piece of light cardboard containing election ephemera for Vincent L. Palmisano....
GLC04994
circa 1935
Harris & Ewing, fl. 1905-1977
[Photograph of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt signing a document]
One undated photograph of President Roosevelt. Image is of Roosevelt's right profile, while holding a pen in his right hand and eyeglasses in his left. He is poised to sign what appears to be a letter. His signature appears directly below the image...
GLC04675.06
circa 1948
Chase-Statler, fl. 1948
[Portrait of Harry S. Truman signed to Norman Taurog]
One undated portrait of Harry S. Truman. Image is of Truman seated at a desk signing a document. Signed "Kindest regards to Norman Taurog / Harry Truman."
GLC04675.07
26 July 1939
to William F. Russell
Roosevelt congratulates Dean Russell of Teachers College, Columbia University, on the Congress on Education for Democracy being held there. Gives his thoughts on the importance of educating teachers about democracy.
GLC04581
14 August 1936
Address of the President at Chautauqua, N.Y.
Speech focuses on peace, America as a good neighbor to other nations, and preventing war internationally. Discusses the causes that produce war such as fanaticism, racial hatreds, and religious intolerance. Finishes with, "We believe in democracy...
GLC04599
13 April 1936
[Address of the President to the Young Democratic Club of Maryland]
Discusses the challenges facing young men and women at the bottom of the Great Depression. Gives some solutions to improving unemployment problems such as finding ways to keep children in school longer and curtailing working hours. Urges the young...
GLC04600
1935
P.W.A. in Action
One map entitled, "P.W.A. in Action," dated 1935. Map consists of an illustration of the United States; including each of 50 states identified by a local Public Works program. Programs mentioned are related to housing, transportation, defense, museum...
GLC09879
1955
Phylon
Urban Renewal
One pamphlet entitled "Urban Renewal" by B.T. McGraw dated 1955. Document relates to creating a federal program to improve housing standard in "slum areas," and "deteriorating neighborhoods." Also details how segregation does not benefit the economic...
GLC09640.234
25 March 1944
Ellender, Allen J. (1890-1972)
"The Facts About Housing and Common Sense in Post-War Housing"
Collection of two copies of a congressional record highlighting an article, "The Facts About Housing and Common Sense in Post-War Housing," addressed by Allen J. Ellender.
GLC09640.339
One reprinting of a congressional record entitled, "The Facts About Housing and Common Sense in Post-War Housing," addressed by Allen J. Ellender dated March 25, 1944. This printing was pulled form the proceedings of the 78th Congress's second...
GLC09640.339.01
GLC09640.339.02
June 1940
National Resources Planning Board
The Structure of the American Economy
One report entitled, "The Structure of the American Economy," dated June 1940 printed by the National Resources Planning Board. Item was prepared based off a symposium of five speakers. Articles by the contributors relate to employment and economic...
GLC09640.191
14 February 1936
National Negro Congress
The Official Proceedings of the National Negro Congress
One pamphlet entitled "The Official Proceedings of the National Negro Congress," dated February 14, 1936. Item gives an account of the first meeting of the National Negro Congress. Delves into its inception, a speech by the the president of the NNC...
GLC09640.189.01
GLC09640.189.02
19 October 1942
Diamond, Sidney (1922-1945)
to Estelle Spero
Diamond discusses Congress' contemplation to prohibit the sale of liquor near army posts.
GLC09120.118
10 April 1943
Diamond, Sidney, (1922-1945)
Diamond tells Estelle that the following day he shall turn twenty-one, and that to mark the occasion he has been inflicted by a bad case of diarrhea. Sidney compares democracy to a map cause, in that when things are easy, people are "prone to get...
GLC09120.215
24 October 1943
Diamond discusses the upcoming General Election with Estelle, expressing frustration with his parents for not having sent adequate information pertaining to the political parties and candidates.
GLC09120.285
13 December 1943
Diamond chastises Estelle for placing him on a pedestal and belittling herself. He expresses concern that his postal vote for the election had been disregarded.
GLC09120.310
10 January 1944
Diamond discusses problems pertaining to the soldiers' ballot for the presidential election.
GLC09120.331
22 May 1944
Diamond expresses frustration about being "shackled" to his hospital bed while recuperating. He describes a conversation that he had with his "cell mate" from New Zealand, who had been amazed "at American soldiers not getting the fullest...
GLC09120.415
8 June 1944
Diamond, Sidney (1925-1945)
Diamond informs Estelle that Mario Colin, presumably a friend, had written that "the average soldier doesn't know what he's fighting for" in a letter addressed to Sidney. Diamond then refutes this: "…I believe wholeheartedly in the way of government...
GLC09120.431
13 July 1944
Diamond writes that the day was spent in an "insane squabble to straighten out an ammunition expenditure report, censoring mail, a lecture on voting - and an afternoon at the beach -" Diamond proceeds to complain about the complexity of the army...
GLC09120.456
13 September 1944
Diamond informs Estelle that he has received his New York State absentee ballot, and declares that he is "strictly a Roosevelt man". He describes a lecture that he had heard that day on "white man versus the colored (all colors) -"
GLC09120.502
7 December 1943
Weiner, Morris "Moe" (1909-1988)
to Sylvia Weiner
Moe liked Sylvia's description of the Educational meeting and the New York City election.
GLC09414.0850
1 January 1944
Moe writes of how the separation has only made their relationship stronger. They are now in each other's thoughts more than ever. He jokes that the censor will have a hard time with his letters. He wants to know more about Sylvia's selective service...
GLC09414.0898
25 January 1944
Moe talks about how Congress shelved the bill for the soldier's vote so it reverts backs to the states.
GLC09414.0959
2 March 1944
Moe is glad Mad and Ben had a good time in the country. He says Sylvia's work with the Selective Service Board sounds harder than being in the army. Moe tells her not to send any more money.
GLC09414.1011
28 April 1944
Moe is glad Sylvia received the penny bracelet he sent. He mentioned receiving the form for a ballot. He is glad she has not been overdoing it and wishes Sarah and Sam a happy time since Sam has furlough soon.
GLC09414.1071
20 May 1944
Moe discusses the allotment in which Sylvia is supposed to receive $10 a month. He expresses disappointment that it rained the day she would have gone to a baseball game with Mad and Ben.
GLC09414.1092
23 May 1944
Moe heard that Jay still doesn't know when or if he'll be needed in the Navy. He is happy to hear the Ration Board gave Sylvia 65 gallons of gas. He mentions reading an article he enjoyed about liberals and their function in society.
GLC09414.1095
8 July 1944
Moe responds to Sylvia's thoughts on Fascism and the talk she went to. He believes their country would never accept a Fascist order. At the same time he is very angry that too many people in America don't seem to be interested or even care about what...
GLC09414.1134
31 July 1944
Moe wrote three months ago for his war ballot application but has not heard anything. He tells Sylvia not to worry about the robot planes, and that everything is very peaceful where he is.
GLC09414.1158
Moe explored the town with Jack, they wandered aimlessly and found a couple of bars. He notes that Roosevelt is ahead of Dewey in the polls.
GLC09414.1197
12 October 1944
Moe notes that it is Columbus day today and a year ago they began their journey which led to their present location. He refers to the election year and says the voter himself is to blame for the present state of affairs
GLC09414.1225
30 October 1944
Moe reminded Sylvia of Marge's anniversary and David's birthday. He says he is glad she took her vacation. He also refers to the importance of the upcoming election.
GLC09414.1239
7 November 1944
Moe reports that he is following the election closely. He got his hair cut and went to town where they bought some cognac and searched for good perfume.
GLC09414.1247
8 November 1944
Moe said he is very happy about the election results. He recalls a number of memories about their early years, and some of the difficulties they experienced.
GLC09414.1248
20 November 1944
Moe says he is still in need of cigarettes. He says he enjoyed reading about the rally at Madison Square Garden. He also sympathizes with all the problems Sylvia has with the ration board, and says some of the boys act like they will go mad without...
GLC09414.1260
29 November 1944
Moe addresses her comments on the election, and wonders if he can put away one of those big country hotel dinners.
GLC09414.1269
6 January 1945
Moe writes that the Germans are losing their power, though they may try to prolong the war. He says that he enjoyed his years in the Treasury Dept.
GLC09414.1304
10 January 1945
Moe reports that one of the fellows showed him pictures of life back home, and it made him think of his own home. He writes that of all the countries they are liberating, it is only in France there is some semblance of order because De Gaulle wouldn...
GLC09414.1308
20 January 1945
Moe mentions inaugural day for F.D.R. and notes the ongoing progress of the Russians. He mentions all the shoveling Sylvia will have to do because of the snow.
GLC09414.1314
1 May 1945
Moe heard from Eddie who told him Chris is getting a job as a Treasury Dept. representative. He hopes he can get a similar job.
GLC09414.1393
7 May 1945
Moe says he attended Cerce Musicale Cecilia with Madeline Saguire, the Madame's daughter. He described it as amateur dancing. He also discussed Roosevelt's death.
GLC09414.1399
23 May 1945
Moe describes more of the early days in England. He writes that he likes English people but not their government.
GLC09414.1415
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