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28 July 1943
Announcing the Graduation of Class SE-43-G, Tuskegee Army Air Field Tuskegee, Alabama
Graduation program from LeRoi's graduation from the Tuskegee Institute. Lists the names of the graduates and the schedule of events.
GLC09587.019
30 September 1943
Williams, LeRoi S., 1919-1943
to Geraldyne Williams
In this postcard LeRoi writes home to his sister, Geraldyne [Geraldine] Williams. He is writing from Oscoda, Michigan and the front of the postcard is of the main street. He jokes that he isn't kidding when he says that there isn't much to do in the...
GLC09587.020
1943
Williams, Cordelia Shelton, 1889-1978
Claim for National Service Life Insurance
Cordelia B. Williams' claim for the National Service Life Insurance Policy taken out by her son LeRoi Shelton Williams. She began to fill it out after her sons' death but appears to not have finished or had it notarized. She details her relationship...
GLC09587.021
16 October 1943
Hunter, F. O'D, fl. 1943
to Cordelia Williams
Brigadier General of the U.S Army writes a condolence to Cordelia Williams for the loss of her son, LeRoi. He offers his apologies and says that at least her son was fighting for a good cause when he lost his life. The letter is signed by the General...
GLC09587.022
Thompson, Gertrude C., fl. 1943
Mrs. Thompson writes a condolence letter to Mrs. Williams for the loss of LeRoi. She extends her deepest sympathies and says that Williams can visit her any time.
GLC09587.023
18 October 1943
Deane, Marion C., fl. 1943
This letter is from Marion C. Deane, Secretary of Records and Placements in the Hampton Institute. She sends her sympathies on the news of "Leroy's" death. She says that all of the Williams children are good kids and offers a photo she has of "Leroy...
GLC09587.024
Perry, Cyrus W., fl. 1943
This letter is from Chaplain Captain Cyrus W. Perry who writes to Cordelia Williams. He offers his sympathies for the loss of her son "Leroy" and says he will be there for anything she needs of him. Written at Selfridge Air National Guard Base
GLC09587.025
19 October 1943
O'Hara, R., fl. 1943
to Williams Family
Condolence letter from acting President of the Hampton Institute, R. O'Hara. He extends his sympathies and tells the family that "Leroy" died nobly.
GLC09587.026
Brown, Walter R., fl. 1943
Condolence letter from the Dean of Men, Walter R. Brown, from the Hampton Institute. He extends his sorrows on the passing of "Leroi." He writes that no child should die before their parents.
GLC09587.027
McCray Pas, Mary, fl. 1943
Sympathies for the Williams Family
This note has religious rhyming resolutions on behalf of the death of LeRoi Williams. The note says the Maggie L. Waler Ambulance Corps community is grieving for him and his family. This note is the first part of a note continued on GLC09587.029. It...
GLC09587.028
McCray, Mary, fl. 1943
This note says that God is the only thing that can comfort broken hearts, in reference to the passing of LeRoi Williams. This note is a continuation of GLC09587.028.
GLC09587.029
The Obituary
This document is an obituary for LeRoi Williams. Walt Whitman's poem "Pioneers! O Pioneers!" is quoted. The writing on the bottom of the document implies that this eulogy was given at the First Baptist Church of Roanoke, Virginia. It says that LeRoi...
GLC09587.030
26 October 1943
Pughsley, James, fl. 1943
to Mrs Cordelia Williams
Letter from the Air Corps' Custodian of Funds, James Pughsley, informing Cordelia of LeRoi's unpaid board bill and instructing her where to send the payment. Written at Selfridge Air National Guard Base
GLC09587.031
Carbon copy of a letter from the Air Corps' Custodian of Funds, James Pughsley, informing Cordelia of LeRoi's unpaid board bill and instructing her where to send the payment. Written at Selfridge Air National Guard Base
GLC09587.032
28 October 1943
Wilson, Theodore A., fl. 1943
Envelope addressed to Mrs. Cordelia Williams, 221 Harrison Ave. N.E. Roanoke, Virginia. From Lt Theodore A. Wilson 100th Fights Squadron 33nd Flights Group Selfridge Field, Michigan. Written at Selfridge Air National Guard Base
GLC09587.033
to Mrs. Williams
A condolence letter from the Chaplain at Hampton Institute. He expresses his admiration for LeRoi, including LeRoi's playing of the Church Tower chimes. The signature is illegible.
GLC09587.034
26 November 1943
A letter from Lt. Theodore A. Wilson to Cordelia Williams. He begins by describing the Thanksgiving meal he had the previous day and then asks her to let him know whether she has paid her son's B.O.Q. bill and if so, what payment method she used.
GLC09587.037
5 December 1943
to Mr. R.J. Hinton
A letter to the Director of Dependents Claims Services at the Veterans Administration, in which Cordelia Williams explains that when she initially filled out the form to claim LeRoi's life insurance, she stated that she recieved no allotment from any...
GLC09587.038
5 January 1944
to Mrs. Cordelia S. Williams
A letter to Cordelia Williams from the Railroad Retirement Board explaining what she must do to claim the death benefits she may be able to recieve on behalf of her son "Le Roi" Shelton Williams.
GLC09587.039
22 January 1944
Pickett, Ludo C., fl. 1943-1944
A letter to Cordelia Williams from the Railroad Retirement Board explaining that in order to receive benefits after the death of her son LeRoi Shelton Williams, she must submit proof of his death and the information about whom he worked under at the...
GLC09587.040
17 February 1944
Pienta, Gertrude, fl. 1944
This letter from the Michigan Department of Health states that they do not yet have a copy of the record of death of LeRioi Williams to send to Cordelia Williams but will get it to her as soon as possible. It is signed by the acting director...
GLC09587.041
10 May 1944
Callender, John W., fl. 1944
Letter from the United States of America Railroad Retirement Board states that Coredlia Williams may be entitled to some money because of the death of LeRoi Williams. There are instructions of what documents to provide in order to recieve payment.
GLC09587.042
3 June 1944
The letter states the $10.68 money award that Cordelia Williams will receive on bahalf of "Le Roi" Williams. The money given to her was earned by LeRoi who appears to have worked for a railroad company.
GLC09587.043
28 October 1947
Last Will and Testament of LeRoi Williams
This document is the last will and testament of LeRoi Williams and is signed by him. There is a stamp on the reverse with the date when it was received by. It was written on August 31, 1943. He leaves his estate "real, personal, and mixed" to his...
GLC09587.044
31 October 1947
Carle, Charles D., fl. 1947
Colonel Charles D. Carle of the War Department writes that enclosed is the last Will and Testament of 2nd Lt. LeRoi S. Williams and extends his sympathies.
GLC09587.045
1939-1945
Program of the Chapel Service
The program lists the order of speakers and singers for a chapel service that was most likely for LeRoi Williams. It also lists who the pallbearers and flower girls were.
GLC09587.046
Military Escort From Woodrum Field
This document is a list of the men who were a part of a military escort and a firing party.
GLC09587.047
Payne, M.W., ?
Mrs. M. W. Payne writes that she is sorry for the loss of LeRoi and mentions that she has lost three of her own childen. She also writes that she included a cake with the letter and for Cordelia to reach out if she needs anything.
GLC09587.048
22 December 1940
Aviation Service, Inc.
[Receipt for flying]
This receipt for flying notes that LeRoi Williams flew "18'' solo" and earned $1.50. The reverse of the note says "Wikingins."
GLC09587.049
6 October 1940
This receipt for flying notes that LeRoi Williams flew "20'' solo" and earned $1.67.
GLC09587.050
17 September 1940
This receipt for flying notes that LeRoi Williams flew "30m solo" and earned $2.50.
GLC09587.051
7 November 1940
This receipt for flying notes that LeRoi Williams flew "17-J-3-L-50" and earned $1.42.
GLC09587.052
circa 1919-1943
Ragland, J. Farley, fl. 1940
"To Our Fallen Flyers"
A poem titled "To Our Fallen Flyers" by J. Farley Ragland. Underneath the typed text, someone has written in pencil "Sent Home by Bro."
GLC09587.053
Circa 1941-1943
to the family of LeRoi Williams
Letter to his family, in which LeRoi Williams describes being sent to an Army Air Field in Northern Michigan to practice gunnery. He describes the training he's been given and the practice of skip bombing.
GLC09587.061
21 May 1934
Shaw, Spencer G., fl. 1934
Olympic Social Club
Certificate for LeRoi Williams from the Olympic Social Club declaring him a fellow of the club and acknowledging his service to it. It is signed by President Spencer G. Shaw and Secretary Donald James Sampson.
GLC09587.065
25 April 1960
de Gaulle, Charles, 1890-1970
Address by His Excellency Charles de Gaulle, President of the French Republic, President of the Community, to Members of Both Houses of Congress
An English translation of the speech that Charles de Gaulle of France gave to Congress on 25 April 1960. He addresses issues of the Cold War, casting France's lot with the free West and advocating nuclear disarmament.
GLC09565.01
11 July 1960
Fay, Elton C., fl. 1960
[B-70 Held Perfect Plane For Spy Role]
A newspaper clipping from the Washington Times Herald on July 11, 1960. The first article, "B-70 Held Perfect Plane for Spy Role," describes the proposed B-70 bomber plane and explains the disagreement over whether or not to fund the construction of...
GLC09565.03
Johnson, Lyndon B., 1908-1973
Report of the Preparedness Investigating Subcommittee of the Committee on Armed Services United States Senate, The B-70 Program
A report from the Preparedness Investigating Subcommittee about the merits of the B-70 bomber, in which the subcommittee analyzes the history of the B-70 weapon system and recommends to the Committee on Armed Services that it be developed immediately...
GLC09565.04
1968
Humphrey, Hubert H., 1911-1978
Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey Answers Your Questions
A transcript of reporter questions and Humphrey's responses from various press events during the spring of 1968. He answers questions on topics such as his "liberal credentials," "the revolt in the ghettos," "rural and urban poverty," and "relations...
GLC09565.05
9 May 1968
United Democrats for Humphrey
Victory '68: News From United Democrats for Humphrey (9 May 1969)
The first issue of a weekly newsletter published by the United Democrats for Humphrey. It includes quotes from Vice President Humphrey, as well as information on his standing in the polls, who has endorsed him, and what his wife, Muriel, is like.
GLC09565.06
16 May 1968
Victory '68: News From United Democrats for Humphrey (16 May 1969)
The second issue of a weekly newsletter published by the United Democrats for Humphrey. Includes accounts of his victories at state conventions, his comments to the United Autoworker Convention, and the responses of columnists and pollsters to his...
GLC09565.07
23 May 1968
Victory '68: News From United Democrats for Humphrey (23 May 1969)
The third issue of a weekly newsletter published by the United Democrats for Humphrey, with headlines about Humphrey's standing in the Gallup Poll, his endorsements by columnists and political figures, and his campaign strategy developments.
GLC09565.08
30 May 1968
Victory '68: News From United Democrats for Humphrey (30 May 1969)
The fourth issue of a weekly newsletter published by the United Democrats for Humphrey. It has information about Humphrey's lead with delegates and in the Louis Harris poll, about his visit to his South Dakota hometown, and about Robert Kennedy's...
GLC09565.09
29 July 1968
Victory '68: News from United Democrats for Humphrey (29 July 1968)
The 29 July issue of the Victory '68 newsletter advocating the election of Vice Presient Hubert Humphrey to the presidency. It contains Humphrey's stances on and recent action involving aid to farmers, urban regeneration, gun control, and the draft...
GLC09565.11
Vice President Backs Freedom Of Choice For Democrats
A press release from the United Democrats for Humphrey, containing a lengthy statement from Humphrey about the selection of the Democratic nominee. Humphrey advocates in favor of an open convention, in which each delegate can vote for whichever...
GLC09565.12
31 July 1968
Vice President Humphrey in Televised Talks Advocates Marshall Plan for the Cities and Programs for Civil Order and Justice
A press release from the United Democrats for Humphrey, which focuses on Humphrey's statements in favor of a Marshall Plan for U.S. cities and of a separate effort to protect civil order and justice. He supports an end to riots, stricter gun control...
GLC09565.13
3 August 1968
Vice President Humphrey's Travels Keep Him In Close Touch With Americans and Key Nations Overseas
A short press release from the United Democrats for Humphrey, explaining the Vice President's extensive travel and calling attention to the extent to which this travel has demonstrated his commitment to Americans throughout the country and to U.S...
GLC09565.14
Citizens for Humphrey-Muskie, fl. 1968
Remember...a vote for Nixon is a vote for Agnew
A small poster featuring a photograph of Richard Nixon waving with Spiro Agnew. Created by the Citizens for Humphrey-Muskie, it seeks to discourage voters from voting for the Nixon-Agnew ticket.
GLC09565.15
5 November 1968
Humphrey-Muskie Election Night Headquarters DNC- Citizens
A pass to enter the election-night festivities at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. It bears a large stamp, which reads "DNC-Citizens."
GLC09565.16
Two passes to enter the election-night festivities at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. They bear large stamps, which read "Official."
GLC09565.17
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