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9 November 1863
Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865
Appointment of John G. Butler, Chief Coiner, Philadelphia (c/s Seward) and photograph
Appointment of John G. Butler, Chief Coiner, Philadelphia (c/s Seward).
GLC01992.01
1980-1996
[Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead collection] [Decimalized .01- .28]
Twenty nine letters to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead from other Congressmen, President Ronald Reagan and photographs of Washington officials.
GLC09613.01
11 January 1980
Moore, Frank, fl. 1980
To Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead
A letter from Frank Moore the Assistant to the President for Congressional Liaison sending a photo of Pope John Paul II and President Jimmy Carter, and a copy of the exchange of remarks from the visit. This letter is on White House letterhead.
GLC09613.01.01.01
6 October 1979
Carter, Jimmy, 1924-?
Exchange of Remarks Between the President and His Holiness Pope John Paul II
A printing of the conversation and speeches given when Pope John Paul II visited President Jimmy Carter in 1979. There is a print of the White House on the top of the page.
GLC09613.01.01.02
[President Carter and Pope John Paul II]
A photograph of Pope John Paul II and President Carter waving.
GLC09613.01.01.03
22 November 1982
Reagan, Ronald, 1911-2004
A letter from President Reagan to Moorhead concerning an upcoming decision dealing with military deterrents. He asks that Moorhead support the decision to place 100 "peacekeeper" missiles at Francis E. Warren Air Force Base near Cheyenne, Wyoming...
GLC09613.01.02
30 June 1967
U.S. Government Printing Office
Money in the Bank...an Honorable Discharge
Honorable Discharge informational pamphlet. A small pamphlet encouraging soldiers to think ahead and to make sure they plan their future. It mentions the benefits of a honorable discharge and warns of the dangers of a less then honorable discharge...
GLC09626.01.04
10 April 1810
Encott, James, fl. 1810
to Philip J. Schuyler
Encott writes that he is enclosing a letter that asks him to be candidate for an election in Duchess County. He is letting Philip know that he will not be able to be there until after the election takes place. He also asks for his opinion if his...
GLC09636.17
13 April 1810
Van Rensselaer, Rutsen, fl. 1818
Van Rensselaer writes that Philips clergyman visited and he gave him information on the characters. Van Rensselaer also writes that Philip should go to Washington if he has active men to work the polls so that there is no loss in votes.
GLC09636.18
February 22, 1798
Ward, Joshua, fl. 1789
Meeting of the Washington Military Society
Resolutions of the Washington Military Society for the Militia laws in Duchess County New York. The resolutions are, first that members must arm themselves when they turn 18, instead of waiting till they take a captaincy. The second resolution...
GLC09636.22
2 August 1846
Hamilton, Elizabeth S., 1757-1854
to James Alexander Hamilton
Elizabeth writes to her son James Alexander that she will be with him soon. She also mentions the Mexican American war writing "Boston and Philadelphia have been much excited with this half national saw & Half war. May it not bring half Union."
GLC09638.12
1947
The National Urban League
Negro Heroes. [No. 1]
Issue number one of the comic book called Negro Heroes. This comic features biographies of famous and influential African Americans. The people featured in this issue are, George Washington Carver, Mary McLeod Bethune, Paul Robeson, Matt Henson...
GLC09639.01
1948
Negro Heroes. [No. 2]
Issue number two of the comic book called Negro Heroes. This comic features biographies of famous and influential African Americans. This issue is also called the summer issue. The people featured in this issue are, Booker T. Washington, the men of...
GLC09639.02
1947-1989
Various
[Group of 41 pieces, including small broadsides, flyers, pamphlets, booklets about Civil Rights topics, 1963-1989] [Decimalized .01-.36]
Collection consisting of 41 items dated 1947 to 1989 related to Civil Rights era. Items include circular letters, donation envelopes, pamphlets, a 33 rpm record, and other materials. A small portion from the collection contain items from...
GLC09641
1919
Renesch Company, fl. 1919
True Blue
"Uplift" poster sold to African American families with relatives in the service during World War I. This poster features a family with a young girl, a young boy, a baby and the wife, looking at a fireplace and mantle. Above the mantle is a picture of...
GLC09644
1943
United States. Government Printing Office
Twice a Patriot!
Poster reads, "Twice a patriot! ex-private Obie Bartlett lost left arm -- Pearl Harbor -- released Dec., 1941 -- now at work welding in a west coast shipyard." Shows a photograph of Obie Bartlett holding a welding torch and wearing an uplifted welder...
GLC09646
28 January 1976
Johnson, William E., fl. 1965-1976
to Roseann
One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated January 28, 1976. Pertains to the "Selling Skills" program is enrolled in. He remarks that his and Roseann's stock has earned them one hundred dollars and suggests it may be best to sell...
GLC09606.27
One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated January 28, 1976. Mentions the cost of food, comparing his cooking to Roseann's, and watching hockey. Explains that the selling skills program for the securities industry that he has...
GLC09606.28
29 January 1976
One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated January 29, 1976. Bill writes briefly that he only has two more weeks left in school, yet to him it seems "like an eternity." He asks Roseann if she received a card at work today and signs...
GLC09606.29
30 January 1976
One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated January 30, 1976. Bill writes concerning his possible purchase of a car. He comments that he feels guilty spending money solely on himself. He has forwarded "survival pay" (not included)...
GLC09606.30
1 February 1976
One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 1, 1976. Bill writes that he just returned from New Jersey and that he will write again to tell Roseann about it the next day. He mentions more food prices, this time for fast...
GLC09606.31
2 February 1976
One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 2, 1976. Pertains to a visit to New Jersey the day before. He reminisces about acquaintances of theirs and places they had visited together. He mentions he went to a real estate...
GLC09606.32
4 February 1976
to Roseann (Love)
One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 4, 1976. Visited the World Trade Center during lunch. He mentions access to PATH train was below the towers. Describes the cold weather in New York which reached -48 degrees. He...
GLC09606.33
5 February 1976
One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 5, 1976. Writes about snow in New York, visiting Rockefeller Plaza and St. Patrick's Cathedral. He bought a crystal decanter for mutual acquaintances at Tiffany's. Bill writes...
GLC09606.34
6 February 1976
One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 6, 1976. Bill writes that he is traveling by train to Maryland over the weekend, although he really does not wish to. He is afraid he may "never see Norm alive again." Bill wishes...
GLC09606.35
8 February 1976
One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 8, 1976. Bill writes that he watched "Mutiny on the Bounty" this evening. He is spending time at his parents' house in Maryland and writes about his dinner and the family that...
GLC09606.36
One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 8, 1976. Bill writes that he left late from his visit to Bernie's, causing him to miss his train. Today he attended Mass with his mother, Norm, Kathye and John and then went to...
GLC09606.37
10 February 1976
One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 10, 1976. Bill writes that while working on his sales plan, a friend called to invite him to play bridge. Remarks that despite not playing for a long time he was still good at the...
GLC09606.38
One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated February 10, 1976. Bill writes that soon he will once again hold Roseann in his arms. "Roseann, my Roseann. Every breath I take, I take for you....Because we are one, now and forever," he...
GLC09606.39
1961
[African American Soldier looking under the hood of a fuel truck]
A photograph of an African American soldier looking under the hood of a fuel truck. The truck is marked as belonging to the 3rd division 13th Calvary.
GLC09612.01
[African American Soldier posing in front of a fuel truck]
A photograph of an African American soldier posing in front of a fuel truck. In the background there is a US Army fuel truck. The truck is marked as belonging to the 3rd division 2nd to 13th units. It is also marked as HQ 116, and certified for 18...
GLC09612.02
[African American Soldier working under the hood of a fuel truck]
A photograph of an African American soldier working under the hood of a fuel truck. Due to insignia the soldier is a private, part of the 3rd armor division, called Spearhead. From the name plate just visible the soldiers last name is Lawson.
GLC09612.03
[Two African American soldiers posing in front of a fuel truck]
A photograph of two African American soldiers posing in front of a fuel truck. One soldier is waving at the camera, as he shakes the other soldier's hand.
GLC09612.04
[Two African American soldiers posing with a fuel truck]
A photograph of two African American soldiers posing with a fuel truck. One soldier is leaning on the cab while the second is sitting behind the wheel and leaning out the window. The truck is marked as belonging to the 3rd division 2nd to 13th units...
GLC09612.05
24 March 1961
[Photograph of a tank]
A photograph of a tank. The tank is marked as belonging to the 3rd division 2nd to 13th units. There is also a date stamped on the back of this photo.
GLC09612.06
[Soldier posing beside a fuel truck]
A photograph of a soldier posing beside a fuel truck, he is holding a tool. The soldier's last name is Jolly based on what you can read of his name plate. He is also a private with the 3rd armored division called Spearhead.
GLC09612.07
[US Army Fuel truck parked in front of a Army bowling alley]
A photograph of a US Army Fuel truck parked in front of a Army bowling alley.
GLC09612.08
[African American soldier posing on a fuel truck]
A photograph of an African American soldier posing standing on the ledge of an Army fuel truck.
GLC09612.09
[Two African American soldiers stacking fuel cans]
A photograph of two African American soldiers stacking fuel cans, in the background there is a fuel truck. The soldier stacking is being watched by a Sergeant.
GLC09612.10
[African American soldier posing in front of a fuel truck]
A photograph of an African American soldier posing in front of a fuel truck. His last name is Lawson based on his name plate. Lawson is a private in the 3rd armored division called Spearhead.
GLC09612.11
[African American soldier working on a fuel truck]
A photograph of a African American soldier working on a fuel truck he is holding a wrench in his hand and looking at the camera. The truck is marked as belonging to the 3rd division 2nd to 13th units. It is also marked as HQ 116.
GLC09612.12
[US Army fuel truck]
A photograph of a US Army fuel truck. The truck is marked as belonging to the 3rd division 2nd to 13th units. It is also marked as HQ 108.
GLC09612.13
[African American soldier sitting in a fuel truck]
A photograph of an African American soldier sitting in a fuel truck. The truck is marked as HQ 104, and the soldier belongs to the 3rd armored division called Spearhead.
GLC09612.14
[Fuel truck tipped on it's side]
A photograph of a fuel truck tipped on it's side on the side of a road.
GLC09612.15
[African American man standing in front of a classic car.]
A photograph of a African American man, probably one of the soldiers in the other photographs standing in front of a classic car. In the background are some supply trailers that are covered and some other classic cars.
GLC09612.16
[African American soldier posed in front of three tanks]
A photograph of an African American soldier posed laughing in front of three tanks. There is also a building in the background with other vehicles parked in front and other people walking around on top of the vehicles.
GLC09612.17
[Soldier walking through an empty yard with parked fuel trucks in the distance]
A photograph of a soldier walking through an empty yard with parked fuel trucks in the distance.
GLC09612.18
[Two African American soldiers behind a fence with a supply truck]
A photograph of two African American soldiers behind a fence with a supply truck in the background. There is a placard on the side of the truck that reads, "explosives." There is a date stamp on the back of the photo.
GLC09612.19
[Fuel truck]
A photograph of a fuel truck with one door open. The truck is marked as belonging to the 3rd division 2nd to 13th units.
GLC09612.20
A photograph of two African American soldiers posing in front of a fuel truck. They are laughing and there is a tire leaning on the bumper next to them. The truck to the left of them is marked as HQ 116.
GLC09612.21
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