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2 August 1920
The Upper Silesian Situation, as Affected by the Russian Advance and the Spaa Conclusions
This manuscipt talks about the relationship between Germany and Russia.
GLC02766.046
6 August 1920
[The Poland Problem]
This manuscipt talks about what can be done at this late date with Poland as it is probably too late for military intervention. The threat of Russia working with Germany is also discussed.
GLC02766.047
31 August 1920
Ottley, L.E., fl. 1920
Interallied Plebiscite Commission in Upper Silesia
A report on the events of the last two weeks in Upper Silesia. On Aug. 18th, all the Polish businesses in Kattowitz were destroyed. Later there were reports that all villages in the kries had taken up arms. He details all the negotiations that took...
GLC02766.048
30 April 1921
Les Inhabitants de Haute-Silesie...[French]
Mentions the Treaty of Versailles.
GLC02766.049
29 April 1921
Comission Interalliee De Gouvernement Et De Plebiscite De Haute-Silesie [French]
The results of the plebiscite vote, analysis of the three zones and their industries.
GLC02766.050
Expose du Representant de la France sur L'etablissement de la Frontiere de l'Allemagne en Haute-Silesie [French]
Analysis of land allocated to Germany and Poland in Upper Silesia.
GLC02766.051
27 October 1921
English Translation of the Report on Transitional Measures of an Economic Measure
Outlines the provisions designed to ensure continuity in the economic life of Upper Silesia including railways, monetary system, coal products, social insurance, etc.
GLC02766.052
6 May 1922
Meine Liber Werter Freund Wiktor! [German]
Includes 3 copies. Mentions German Russian relationship.
GLC02766.053
circa 1900-1929
Dispositions concernant la remise par la Commission Interalliee de Gouvernement et de Plebisicite de Haute-Silesie [French]
Concerning the territories attributed to Germany and Poland as a result of the Treaty of Versailles. Includes public services, jurisdiction, postal service, telegraph services, and raw materials.
GLC02766.054
1 May 1922
to Guy Fenton
He is glad to hear from a former prisoner. He wonders when the unrest will stop. Many soldiers have been gassed during the war and were sent there to recover. Now they are trying to find them work.
GLC02766.055
5 April 1922
He hopes Fenton is well and says he is having dinner with the dear English soldier boys who were gassed during the war.
GLC02766.056
12 December 1921
[Silesia]
A brief history of Silesia and the conflict and the voting results. Includes diagram.
GLC02766.057
1920
Volz, Wilhelm, fl. 1920
Zwei Jahrtausende Oberschlesien [German]
History of German Colonization of Silesia.
GLC02766.058
12 March 1921
[Berlin] [German]
GLC02766.059
7 November 1922
to Captain [German]
Mentions Russia.
GLC02766.060
Iwanos, Fedor, fl. 1920
to Very Revered Friend [Translation]
Translation of Iwanow's Letter.He has not heard from his friend in a long time and is very worried. He begs for a response and an appropriate address.
GLC02766.061
Notes
Looks like notes on what to include in a larger work about the Poles. Includes diagram of organization of commission.
GLC02766.062
Upper Silesia
Bief history of Silesia, geographical considerations, industry, the Paris Decision, population. He also tells some of his personal experiences in the region.
GLC02766.063
June 1916
Le Mie Prigoni [German] , The Ideal Poland, The Epitaph and Appel a La France [French]
Ideal Poem written for the Princess Maria-Sorgueevan Troubetskoy. A Fullness of Unspent Passion/And Passing the Love of a a Woman/A A Glory on Faces Ashen/A Pain Which is Scarcely Human.
GLC02766.064
P.S.
I send to all those with you as to you yourself my sincerest remembrance. Write to me at the following address.
GLC02766.065
22 May 1853
Kampman, Gerris, fl. 1853
Baptism Record
Benjamin Franklin Stout was baptised and received the name Christian.
GLC03131.07.03
1860
Kiger, James S., fl. 1859-1873
1860 Diary
Records the weather. Mentions church every Sunday. Church is a running theme throughout this diary. Often attends sermons. Also goes to what he vaguely refers to as business meetings.
GLC03131.16.02
1861
1861 Diary
Records the weather. On March 12th, he mentions the city elections. April 24th, acknowledges how sad it is that so many young men are going to war and he hopes they return safely. Mentions church and bible class frequently. On July 22nd, he notes bad...
GLC03131.16.03
1864
1864 Diary
Blank from mid-February through December. Records the weather. Mentions church and bible class in several entries.On Feb. 22nd, he leaves on furlough. He and friend visit the fair when it comes into town.
GLC03131.16.06
1869
1869 Diary
Records the weather. Notes temperature and time. Newspaper clippings inserted here and there. Most entries are cross written. Mentions church activities in many entries.. On July 13th, he describes meeting with the mayor. He attends various lectures...
GLC03131.16.09
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