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circa 1920-1947
unknown, fl. 1920-1947
[Photograph of a shrine offering]
One undated black-and-white photograph of a shrine offering. Image is of a family portrait with flowers and dolls.
GLC09860.363
[Photograph of a Buddhist temple]
One undated black-and-white photograph of a Buddhist temple.
GLC09860.373
9 April 1968
Associated Press
Demonstrator Downed
One telephoto entitled, "Demonstrator Downed" dated April 9, 1968 taken by Associated Press. Image is of two Episcopilean priest; Reverend Edward L. Warner (on the ground) and Reverend David Fly (on the right). They are being apprehended by police...
GLC09740.061
8 August 1944
Fold-O-Globe
America Prays
One photo essay entitled, "America Prays" dated August 8, 1944. Contains photographs of people praying on D-Day throughout the country. Page on reverse of essay contains photo essay featuring Hedy Lamarr.
GLC09619.009
17 October 1943
Schwartz, Warren Harold, 1914-1992
to Mom, Dad and Grandma
One v-mail addressed to Eva and Morris Schwartz and Sarah Friedman from Warren Schwartz dated Somewhere in Sicily, October 17, 1943. Pertains to updates of men he has served with. Mentions photo negatives received by his friend stationed in Africa...
GLC09662.482
23 July 1877
Sherman, Ellen Ewing, 1824-1888
to Luisa Kilpatrick
One letter addressed to Luisa Kilpatrick from Ellen Ewing Sherman dated St. Louis, July 23, 1877. Pertains to Kilpatrick not being appointed as the Minister of Chile. Extends sympathy to her and her sister.
GLC08133.20
6 January 1877
One letter addressed to Luisa Kilpatrick from Ellen Ewing Sherman dated St. Louis, January 6, 1877. Pertains to Kilpatrick not being appointed as the Minister to Chile. Hopes that he may be appointed to the Peruvian Ministry.
GLC08133.21
9 March 1876
One letter addressed to Luisa Kilpatrick from Ellen Ewing Sherman dated St. Louis, March 9, 1876. Pertains to family updates. Invites her family to stay with them.
GLC08133.22
25 July 1858
Stauffer, David M., 1845-1913
to "Father"
One letter dated Back Woods, July 25, 1858 from David M. Stauffer to his father. Writes about his request for lard and butter and how much they cost. Mentions that if his mother wants blackberry jam she will need to send sugar. Gives udpates on other...
GLC07713.02.01
[Sketches of curled banners on small scrap of paper]
One undated scrap paper of drawings of curled banners.
GLC07713.02.02
1861-1877
[Sample of Old English typefaces]
One undated scrap of paper which is a sample of Old English typefaces.
GLC07713.02.03
8 September 1883
Receipt from S.H. Zahm & Co.
One receipt from S.H. Zahm & Co., to D.M. Stauffer dated Lancaster, Pa., Sept. 8, 1883. Item being charged cannot be identified because handwriting is illegible.
GLC07713.02.04
Maison, Basset, ?
[Paper doilie of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ]
One undated paper doilie of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ printed by Maison Basset. Front of the item contains a print of the sacred heart; reverse side is a printing of the prayer in French. Written in pencil is Stauffer's translation of the...
GLC07713.02.08
Circa June 13, 1865
[Paper doilie of Saint Rose of de Lima]
One paper doilie of Saint Rose de Lima dated June 13. It contains the saint's portrait on the front, as well as, being addressed to "Ms. Stauffer." Reverse side contains biography of Saint Rose written in French. Also includes Stauffer's note asking...
GLC07713.02.09
16 January 1944
Great Lakes Bulletin
[Meeting Hall]
One newspaper clipping from Great Lakes Bulletin dated January 16, 1944. Clipping contains a picture of a church filled with sailors. In front of the sailors a priest stands behind a podium. According to Leonard's letter (GLC09611.226.01) this is...
GLC09611.226.02
14 January 1860
Goodell, William, fl. 1860
The Principia [Vol 1. No. 9 (January 14, 1860)]
One issue of the newspaper "The Principia," dated January 14, 1860. The newspaper states that its purpose is "to promote pure religion, sound morals, Christian reforms" including the abolition of slavery, the caste system, an alcohol. The newspaper...
GLC09886.01
17 July 1845
Hood, J.E., fl. 1845
Granite Freeman [Vol 2. No. 3 (July 17, 1845)]
One issue of the newspaper "Granite Freeman," dated July 17, 1845. Newspaper contains current events as well as advertising. It is a abolition newspaper and many of its articles concern the evils of slavery. There are two main articles on the first...
GLC09886.02
22 September 1848
Jones, J. Elizabeth, fl. 1848
Anti-Slavery Bugle [Vol 4. No. 4 (September 22, 1848)]
One issue of the newspaper "Anti-Slavery Bugle," dated September 22, 1848. Newspaper contains current events concerning the 1848 presidential election, as well as the question of slavery in the election process. There are also numerous articles...
GLC09886.03.01
GLC09886.03.02
1943
United States. Army. Services of Supply
A Short Guide to Syria
One booklet entitled "A Short Guide to Syria" dated 1943. Published on behalf of the War And Navy Departments. Guide contains eleven sections providing information to an American Soldier that was deployed to Syria during World War II. The information...
GLC09904
11 March 1941
to Mom and Dad
One letter addressed to Mom and Dad from Warren Schwartz dated March 11, 1941. Describes frustration with decisions he has made in his life. Also mentions Naomi whom he may meet in Fayetteville.
GLC09662.003
22 March 1941
to "Cous"
One letter addressed to "Cous" from Warren Schwartz dated March 22, 1941. First half of the letter pertains to preparing a parade President Roosevelt who would be visiting their division. Mentions restrictions on base such as a curfew and possible...
GLC09662.004
19 February 1945
Graeff, Leonard Eugene, 1920-2016
to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff
One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated February 19, 1945. He is suffering from sunburn from working as mess cook at a picnic for his shop. The shop was divided into four groups, each group having...
GLC09611.405
12 March 1945
One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated March 12, 1945. He received letters from them, June Walter, Dottie Erickson, Mrs. Stouffer, Mrs. Winemiller, Edna Klopp, Mrs. Brady, Doris Brady, and one...
GLC09611.410
1 April 1945
One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated April 1, 1945. He mentions that even though nothing special is happening it feels like a holiday. He went to church. It was very crowded and a bunch of Waves...
GLC09611.415.01
One Easter services program sent by Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated April 1, 1945. It features a cross and lilies on the front. Inside it lists the procession of the service, and the presiding ministry.
GLC09611.415.02
7 April 1968
United Press International
Washington
One telephoto entitled, "Washington" dated April 7, 1968 taken by United Press International. Depicts Robert F. Kennedy standing at the pulpit of Bethel Methodist Church. Also pictured is the choir and Reverend Walter E. Fauntroy. Wire transfer...
GLC09740.034
October 28, 1871
Charleston Daily News
The Charleston Daily News [Vol. XI, No. 1823 (October 28, 1871)]
One issue of the Charleston Daily News dated October 28, 1781. Contains articles, advertisements for national and local news and businesses. Includes articles condemning the Ku Klux Klan.
GLC09995
1969-1974
[Supplemental documents related to President Richard Nixon's impeachment][Decimalized .03.01.01-.03.04.92]
A collection of official reports and testimonies concerning the impeachment proceedings of President Richard Nixon. Contains various amendments related to congressional hearings, supplentamal materials for subpoenas and other government related...
GLC09613.03
1946-1950
[Donna Doniak collection, 1946-1950][Decimalized .01.01-.03.19]
Collection of 144 items dated 1946-1950 belonging to Donna Doniak.
GLC10079
September 24, 1947
Mayfield, Marguerite, fl. 1947
to Donna
One postcard addressed to Donna Doniak from Marguerite Mayfield dated September 24, 1947. Pertains to upcoming church services.
GLC10079.02.25
October 23, 1947
Harvey, W.B., fl. 1947
One postcard addressed to Donna Doniak from W.B. Harvey of the First Baptist Church dated October 23, 1947. Pertains to upcoming church services. Mentions that they will be showing "God of the Atom."
GLC10079.02.27
circa 1946-1948
Richman, fl. 1946-1948
to People on Earth
One telegram addressed to "People of earth" asking them to 'repent' sent from Richman. Message on a Western Union telegram.
GLC10079.03.01
American Revival Campaign
[American Revival Campaign envelope]
One envelope from the American Revival Campaign. Inside of envelope contains a blank form for donations.
GLC10079.03.02
One envelope addressed to Donna Doniak from the American Revival Campaign.
GLC10079.03.03
GLC10079.03.04
July 22, 1948
Southern California Baptist Convention
[Southern California Baptist Convention envelope]
One envelope addressed to Donna Doniak from the Southern California Baptist Convention.
GLC10079.03.11
1941-1948
Various
[Collection of letters belonging to Donna Doniak, 1941-1948][Decimalized .01.01-.63]
Collection of 63 items dated 1941-1948. Consists of correspondence addressed to Donna Doniak from various military servicemen. Letters pertain to their daily life while stationed at military bases.
GLC10079.01
July 30, 1947
Bailey, J. Samuel, fl. 1941-1948
One letter addressed to Donna Doniak from J. Samuel Bailey dated July 30, 1947. Written on Southern California Baptist Convention. Pertains to her registration for Senior High Camp.
GLC10079.01.29
August 13, 1947
Fairmont Baptist Church
Personal Work
One packet entitled, "Personal Work" addressed to Donna Doniak from the Fairmont Baptist Church dated August 13, 1947.
GLC10079.01.30
January 6, 1826
Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834
to unknown
GLC04496
1782
Hicks, Elias, fl. 1782
The select works of William Penn. vol 1
Each inscribed on a front flyleaf by Elias Hicks: "Elias Hicks his Book / Price of the 5 Volumes L2 16 s. 9d. / ye 1st of 5th Mo. 1783." Third edition, volumes 1, 4 and 5. Printed in London by James Philips.
GLC08573.01
The select works of William Penn. vol 4
GLC08573.02
The select works of William Penn. vol 5
GLC08573.03
1794
Butler, William Orlando, 1791-1880
Hudibras, in three parts, written in the time of the late wars vol 1
Zachary Grey, Ed.. With Hogarth's engravings. With index and errata. Bookplate of John Pollexfen Bastard on front pastedown.
GLC08411.01
Hudibras, in three parts, written in the time of the late wars vol 2
GLC08411.02
1749
Great Britain. Acts.
An Act for encouraging the people...to settle...in America Vol 1
An act of Parliament encouraging the people called "United Brethren," or Moravians, to settle in the British colonies in America. Two copies, both printed by Thomas Baskett. Paginated 635-641 + unpaginated title page. Second copy contains...
GLC05210.01
An Act for encouraging the people...to settle...in America Vol 2
GLC05210.02
September 1796
J. Murphy & Co.
Washington's Final Address to the People of the United States
GLC10147
1789
Stillman, Samuel, fl. 1789
Dr. Stillmans Oration
GLC10155
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