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to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Written at 10:30 PM. Sylvia comments on Moe's seeing Mount Ranier [Washington State] from the truck on the way to his new base. Recalls that he always said he wanted to see the West. Gives him the addresses of some friends in the Army. Notes he has...

GLC09414.0065

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia says getting his letters always makes her feel better; but if he doesn't have the time, two letters a week is enough. Says she is feeling better and back to her old self. Comments on how Moe is now in charge of waking the other soldiers up...

GLC09414.0078

to Blanche Kelso Bruce

Hall is writing Senator Bruce to ask about a petition that was sent to Washington to remove Pease the Post Master of Vicksburg from his office. He has never seen nor signed this petition, but has been told his signature, along with other republicans...

GLC09400.229

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Graham from Catharine S. Gregoire dated January 25, 1808. Pertains to the family moving and socializing in Cheltenham. Provides updates of her sons, Charles has not sent word since his return from Copenhagen, another...

GLC01795.060

to mother

to mother [Ann Smith] His life at camp is "quiet," and the troops are making their own fun by stealing beer from the sutler's tent. He was surprised when he saw in a paper that Corporal Asa Smith from Indiana was injured, but "was pleased to know...

GLC03696.01

to Delia Slocum

re: Cranor refers to the Copperhead movement and Vallandigham's unsuccessful run for Ohio's governorship. He mentions that it has been a while since his brigade has seen action and was not involved in the most recent skirmish and has instead been...

GLC03791.008

to Sarah Ogden

Writes from Camp Rublock that he is looking forward to finishing his service by the 22nd of August. Describes the 8 x 10 foot tent that he has to share with three other men, contrasting it with the comfortable living conditions in the Broad and...

GLC06559.056

to Lile Miller

Regarding his inability to get a furlough, writes, "Dear Wife there is an under handed game at work here, those that are Particular friends of Little Eddy McPherson stands the Best chance as they write on to him he goes to Genl Heintzleman [sic]...

GLC02155.096

to Sarah Ogden

Writes a brief letter to his wife informing her they they just received marching orders to an unknown destination. Says there were "many exciting rumors in camp this afternoon," but there is no definite information as to where they will be traveling...

GLC06559.152

to Estelle Spero

Diamond explains that the weekend pass that he had been granted for the coming weekend may be retracted as the corporal has threatened to "knife" him, meaning being given a gig or some other punishment. Sidney describes his day which has consisted...

GLC09120.106

to Estelle Spero

Diamond describes his room to Estelle. He then tells her about an exchange that had taken place between himself and one of his men who had been worried that he could not stop thinking about his wife, and the possibility that she was being unfaithful...

GLC09120.180

to "my darling wife and children"

re: Again, there is no news from the Agency. Reports claim that some of the "hostiles" are coming in, but others claim that they are not. Hartsuff marvels that only the day before he was in Omaha with his wife and is now in South Dakota. Goes on...

GLC05201.014

to "my darling baby and wife"

re: Again, there is no news from the Agency. Reports claim that some of the "hostiles" are coming in, but others claim that they are not. Hartsuff marvels that only the day before he was in Omaha with his wife and is now in South Dakota. Goes on...

GLC05201.015

to Charlie

Discusses an examination the students took to see who would be readmitted. Lists a few of the 10 men from their class that were rejected. Also lists those that did not reapply, including the recipient. Discusses his room, his classes, classmates...

GLC08165.04

to Henry Knox

Writes that he sent Knox a letter in February 1792 about his intention to purchase a plot of land from Knox in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. As he never heard back, he takes the liberty to write again. If he is able to purchase the land, he would like...

GLC02437.05413

to Henry Knox

Signed by LeRoy Bayard and a Mr. Evers. Discusses an advancement Sarah Lyons Flucker Beaumez (Knox's sister-in-law) requested on behalf of her two son's, Francis and Thomas Flucker. Informs Knox that Messrs Palmer informed Bayard they did not feel...

GLC02437.07687

to Henry Knox

Regarding Knox's land holdings in Waldo County, Massachusetts, now Maine. Says that the inhabitants of the lands Knox owns are now much more pleased than last year, that many have paid for their lands, and that others are trying to do so. Ulmer was...

GLC02437.09217

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox his and Mrs. Ulmer's house and all of their belongings burnt down. Notes they lost everything except the clothes on them and one bed. Says he thanks God his and his whole family's spirits have never been greater. Mentions his...

GLC02437.09855

to Unknown

Knox addresses his letter to "Gentlemen" and explains that working to improve Penobscot Bay and rivers has left him with considerable debt reaching $8,000 "due to Mr. Thorndike and six thousand dollars to another Gentleman his associate." Knox has...

GLC02437.07237

to Mary McNeill

Forwards Mrs. McNeill a statement from the Commissioner of the Marine Department relating to her late husband's account. Says that while he has faith in Col. Walker, who is the Commissioner, suggests McNeill have either himself or another person...

GLC02437.03675

to Henry Knox

Captain Thomas Randall writes to inform Knox that he has arrived in Baltimore after his trip to China with Samuel Shaw. Writes that "we stopped sometime at Batavia the capital of the Dutch settlements in the East Indies where the reception our flag...

GLC02437.03176

to Rufus Putnam

Discusses surveys of the Muscongus Patent prepared by Mr. [possibly Enoch] Titcomb and Captain Stone. Asks whether the surveys have been submitted yet to the Massachusetts General Court's Committee on Eastern lands. Would like to find out about...

GLC02437.03611

to Stephen C. Rowan

Congratulates Rowan on his victory at New Bern and confides, "I expected nothing less. I trust that Beaufort and Fort Macon will soon share a similar fate with Newberne [sic] -- that is be in your possession."

Rowan was a captain in the United...

GLC02254.02

to: Brigadier General Schofield, St. Louis.

"A cavalry force has been ordered to Columbia & another to Fayete, but it is not known yet whether they can cross at Boonville & Jeff[erson] City. I have telegraphed to latter place to direct, if possible, Com[man]d[in]g officer at Fulton not to...

GLC05601.005

to Henry Knox

Discusses a trip to western Pennsylvania, where McClure stopped at Fort Pitt before heading further west to serve as missionary to the Delaware Indians in a town on the Muskingum River in Ohio. Gives his thoughts on the regional geography, the fort...

GLC02437.00015

to Jemima Shifflet

Written on patriotic stationery. Shifflet hopes that Johney will be well soon. He got paid today, twenty-three dollars, and "will send you all I can spar." He encourages his wife to persevere until he returns, "if I ever doo." They "expect a...

GLC02174.01

to James Watson

Writes that he sent a letter to Watson, expecting him to be in New York; however, he has learned Watson is in Philadelphia, so he is writing to him there. Asks Watson to lay out for him a sum of money that Ogden suddenly owes in Philadelphia, and...

GLC02437.05428

to Benjamin Lincoln

Later copy. Marked "Private." Letter from Major General Knox to Secretary of War Lincoln. Reports that the Massachusetts line has determined to apply to the state for its backpay. Says "It would be useless to detail the reasons why such a settlement...

GLC02437.01473

to Henry Knox

Writes that he has not heard from Knox in quite a while, stating "for god sake let me see few lines from you; & then I shall communicate you the progress of that 4: that has begian [sic] already, about 38:" Mentions that he hopes that the new...

GLC02437.04551

to Joshua Loring

Refers to articles Knox's brother, William, entrusted to Loring to sell, with the proceeds to be sent to Knox. Asks whether he was able to sell them yet or whether he thought he likely would be able to. Comments that he needs to raise a sum of...

GLC02437.01404

[Indenture for land from Thomas Mullins to William Jesse]

Thomas Mullins and his wife Lucy Mullins selling land to William Jesse. Also signed by Lucy Mullins. With autograph note signed by Benjamin Lectcher acknowledging the indenture and signed by Thomas Kennedy, justice of the peace. Docket signed by...

GLC03434.82

to William Knox

Discusses business ventures and the depreciation of currency. Mentions the General Arnold, a ship in which Knox was apparently invested. Refers to a certain gentleman, whose name is not mentioned. States, "...I have the most unequivocal evidences...

GLC02437.00757

to parents

Has not received any letters from them, but did get two newspapers. Now has time to read the papers, a luxury that he did not have before. Can even read at night sometimes when they get candles, "which we do have given [to] us sometimes." Drew...

GLC09355.034

to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated April 22, 1945. He discusses further visits with Russell Brady. He received multiple letters from them as well as ones from Dottie Erickson and the Huttons...

GLC09611.421

to Stephen Van Rensselaer

Writes, "It was a weak measure to discharge the old cabinet, distrusted and incompetent as it was. And not much will be gained by the new one." Asks Van Rensselaer how things go in New York, and want to know, will those "opposed to this...

GLC04623.01

[Reward for a runaway indentured apprentice]

Pennington, from 107 Hillen Street in Old Town, Baltimore, issues a ten dollar reward for James Edward Grey, an apprentice indentured in the collar and harness business. Describes Grey as being of light complexion, light hair, and between 18 and 19...

GLC04372.03

Scotch Booth Groupe, At Army Relief Fair, Albany, NY.

One photograph entitled, "Scotch Booth Groupe, At Army Relief Fair, Albany, NY.," dated 1864. Published by Churchill & Dennison. Image is of eleven people dressed up in Scottish costume. The people are identified by numeric notations written in...

GLC05111.01.0063

William P. Carlin as brigadier general, oval-cut bust portrait

Typed inscription on label on recto "Wm. P. Carlin Brig. General." Graphite inscription on verso "**Book" "Brig. Gen Wm. P. Carlin." Ink inscription on verso "Wm. P. Carlin Col. 38th Ill. Vol. Inf. Brig. Gen. & Bv't M.G. Vols. Major 16th U.S.Inf. Bv...

GLC05111.02.0276

to Mary B. Van Valkenburgh

On stationery headed: "Waldo, Ody & Van, Attorneys and Counsellors at Law." Letter written by Frank to his mother Mary. Frank says he has not neglected her, but has been busy moving, house cleaning, attending fairs and courts, as well as dealing with...

GLC00686.17

Robins and Robbins

Poem on two typed pages. The type is green instead of black. Size in the extent is for the larger sheet. The smaller sheet is 13.8 x 21.6 cm. Two stanzas on the smaller sheet and two longer stanzas on the the bigger sheet. Pencil note says the poem...

GLC00686.31

to Henry Knox

Written from "War Office." Writes, "I have Sent for the German Armourers and will forward - them to you with the necessary Tools - If I can obtain any considerable number I think we had better send to Mr. [possibly Richard] Cranch who is now...

GLC02437.01619

[Provisions returns]

Two provisions returns. The first return is for four and one half rations for three male employees in the Ordinance Department. The second is for one man of the Ordinance Department for three half rations. Both returns are signed by Lietenant J...

GLC02437.02342

to Sylvanus Bourne

Replies to Bourne's letter (GLC02437.04585) that he received earlier that morning. Says that he will assist Bourne with his pursuits (an appointment abroad in the public agency) and gives him advice on how to best handle the business. Recommends...

GLC02437.04587

to Henry Knox

Burton and Philip Audebert mention that Knox had previously given them certificates verifying that they had remained in Philadelphia during a fever yellow epidemic in 1793. Write that Congress is now considering providing compensation to those who...

GLC02437.06648

John B. Marchand documents [decimalized .01-.34]

Documents relating to John B. Marchand, an officer in the United States Navy. Includes twenty-one Civil War letters, and letters by Thomas ap Catesby Jones, David Farragut, Alfred H. Guernsey, and others. Also includes personal letters regarding...

GLC02680

to Tobias Lear re: "sad situation" and appeal for aid [in French]

Signed by various Portuguese officers: Ignacio Ser Cinto, Antonio [illegible], Dioge Ramireo Esquivel, Joao Jose Frz de Andrade, Joao dos Santos, Paulo Freire de Andrade, Joao Alfonso Veto, Jose Bernardo de Hacerda, Fr Bernardo Borges do Valle...

GLC02794.061

to John Payne re: regretting Sidi Ahmet's failure to send son to Tripoli, debts

Davis writes that Sidi Ahmet sending his son to Tripoli "would have been a measure highly gratifying to the Bashaw and I am persuaded no less conducive to [Sidi Ahmet's] own interests." Discusses difficulty in arranging payment of Sidi Ahmet's $6...

GLC02794.134

to Dwight Foster

Both Ames and Foster were U.S. Congressmen from Massachusetts. Mentions details of taking his family to Springfield and then to New York. Says Connecticut Congressman Chauncey Goodrich and his wife might join them and that they would "make a company...

GLC02505.02

to James Bridge

Adams ends Bridge a pamphlet he wrote. Adams also asks Bridge to serve as attorney for the defendant in the case of Samuel Clark v. Tephamiah Newland. The case was brought over monies owed to Clark. Adams discusses the case at length, instructing...

GLC00958.08

to Arthur Lee

Francis Lightfoot Lee warns his brother, then on a diplomatic mission with Benjamin Franklin and Silas Deane to obtain aid from France during the American Revolution, about the intrigue surrounding the recently recalled Deane. Indicates that Deane...

GLC00975

to Edward D. Gazzam re: American interests better served by Texas independence

Written as Senator from Pennsylvania, regarding the bill for admission of Texas to the Union and South Carolina's opposition to another Tariff bill. Buchanan argues that an independent Texas would be better for America unless Great Britain were to...

GLC02104

to William Heath

Phillips states that it is increasingly important that Captain Willoe go to Canada. Requests passports be granted for Willoe, two servants, and three women to sail to Halifax with a Flag of Truce. He wants Heath to get a passport that will admit the...

GLC01450.078

[Receipt for Captain Vine Elderkin]

Signed by Ellsworth as a member of the Connecticut Pay-Table Committee. To Connecticut Treasurer Jonathan Lawrence. Receipt says to pay Captain Elderkin over 83 pounds for the various expenses to treat the illnesses in his company in Colonel Mott's...

GLC01450.241.02

to Dr. William J. MacNeven

Thanks MacNeven for a book on Irish history. Comparing the U.S. to Ireland, he writes: "In this the United States may see what would have been their history had they continued under the same masters. Heaven seems to have provided them as an asylum...

GLC07147

The Epistle from the Yearly Meeting Held in London [American Revolution]

Contains a letter to friends at the quarterly and monthly meetings in Great Britain and Ireland: "The sufferings of our brethren in America... have principally arisen from that confusion and distress which are inseparable from war..."; and another...

GLC07635

to Henry Knox

Thanks him for his letter, and is flattered to learn that Knox believes the President thinks highly of him. However, does not think he can accept a command in the army at this time. Cites his ill health and his desire to remain with his family....

GLC02437.05451

to Henry Knox

Did not want to write to Knox since he expected Knox to return soon to Thomaston, but has found out from his mother that Knox has no fixed date of return, so he wanted to update him. Mentions that the carpenter he hired to build the store never...

GLC02437.07885

to Henry Knox

Discusses business transactions involving timber and lime. Appears to complain about a shipment of timber being short and the long pieces being cut. Threatens to prosecute the shipper who delivered the timber unless the shipper can replace the...

GLC02437.07577

to Joseph Jones

Expresses his sympathy in hearing about Jones's barn being burnt down by the insurgents. Assures Jones the government will reimburse him for his loss provided the "villains" cannot be found and are unable to pay for the damages. Requests Jones...

GLC02437.07613

to General [Stevens]

Letter is not signed but appears to be in Knox's handwriting. Knox explains the financial difficulties he is having. Describes his limestone business and boasts over its quality. Requests Steven's takes Knox's limestone under his protection and...

GLC02437.07637

to unknown

Monroe attempts to gather support for his claims for reimbursement of compensation owed for serving as United States Minister to Great Britain between 1803 and 1807, as well as performing other diplomatic duties in France. He encloses a pamphlet with...

GLC07351

to Henry Knox

Hays writes on behalf of John Coffin Jones. Responds to the letter Knox sent to Jones related to obtaining sea letters for Captain Josiah Roberts. States that since the ship is ready to sail soon, the owners would like the letters forwarded "with all...

GLC02437.05184

to Henry Knox

Discusses a recent General Court decision against them in their wish to be compensated for some of the Waldo patent lands. Touches on their canal project and mentions that General [Henry] Jackson will forward to Knox some information about it....

GLC02437.05348

to William Watts Hart Davis

Halpine, Assistant Adjutant General to General [David] Hunter, relates orders to Colonel Davis. Instructs Davis to order Colonel Robert Gould Shaw, commander of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry, "to embark on board the [Demole] ordered to Beaufort...

GLC01595.01

to Thomas Sim Lee

Written by Major General Greene as commander of the Southern District to Maryland Governor Lee. Congratulates Lee on his reappointment to the governorship. Says Major General William Smallwood will be delivering this letter. Requests aid for his...

GLC05539

to Rev. Jedediah Morse

Green introduces Rev. Dr. Keith, a minister from the congregational church in Charleston, SC. He believes Morse will receive much pleasure from both Keith's preaching and his conversations. Green apologizes for not writing often, citing that his...

GLC05508.117

to Franz Sigel

President Grant asks former General Franz Sigel to be Secretary of the Commission to Santo Domingo. In 1869 the Senate refused to approve a treaty annexing Santo Domingo, but in his 1870 message to Congress, Grant reopened the issue. The House...

GLC05269

to Friend Canfield

Regrets not writing before now but says that it is quite difficult for him because of his lame hand. Describes the success they have had in drilling for oil in the region. Advises that he should invest in the oil territory and come for a visit to...

GLC05802.03

to Henry Clinton

Discusses relieving New York from the constraints of the American Prohibitory Act (1775), which banned all British trade with the colonies. Comments on a bill in Parliament to exempt New York and other colonies under British control during the...

GLC05221

to Henry Knox

Writes that she and her family live on a farm in the Waldo patent, and may have to move. Pleads that they be allowed to stay, and hopes Knox will "shew lenity to my unfortunate Husband whose natural diffidence will prevent his pleading his own Case...

GLC02437.07863

to Thomas McParlin

Responds to McParlin's request to have wounded soldiers removed from Culpepper to Alexandria, Virginia (see GLC02649.07). Indicates that "Your note of yesterday relative to transportation for wounded did not reach me till after nine o'clock this...

GLC02649.08

to Harriette Story Paige

Informs his sister-in-law that he forwarded her previous letter to his wife. States that he received news from Paige's father, Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, Joseph Story. States he has settled in with Mr. Curtis (possibly New York...

GLC01946.19

to Henry Knox

Writes the evening before sailing to York and responds to Knox's letter sent 3 June 1776. Inquires about the fortifications Knox was constructing to defend New York and again requests materials to learn about artillery works. Asks if Knox can send...

GLC02437.00333

to Lucy Knox

Reports that the British have landed at Head of Elk, Maryland (present day Elkton), twenty miles from Knox's location. Writes, "...we shall remain here a few days and if they will not come to us we shall go to them... it is suppos'd the enemy intend...

GLC02437.00646

to Henry Knox

Discusses the excess amount of officers in the military, which means that many who hope for jobs with the new government will be disappointed. Remarks that he realizes that many men, especially on the frontiers, will be counting on Knox for...

GLC02437.04608

to Mrs. Flucker

Writes to thank her for her concern during his illness and to let her know he is now recovered. Expresses concern about unrest in Europe. Hopes that the U.S. will remain "undisturbed notwithstanding the concussions of Europe," but states that "when...

GLC02437.10264

to Henry Knox

Writes to Knox that he is concerned that a Mr. Keith is trying to get the marshalship of Massachusetts. Expresses confusion because he felt it likely that he would be appointed to that position. Bourne reaffirms his interest in the position, and...

GLC02437.04694

to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One telegram from Blanche Butler and Carlene Watts to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated July 26, 1974. Butler and Watts support the impeachment of President Nixon. They criticize Moorhead based on his partisan bias and write, "As Californians...

GLC09613.02.0930

to dearest wife

He is glad she has little Abby and she is taking her to meeting. He goes over all the various people he has heard that are sick and wishes them well.He writes that there is much sickness among the soldiers as well. Sadly many are wounded not in...

GLC02182.20

to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated September 15, 1943. He begins commenting, "Second day now- what a life, seems like I lived a novel today." He mentions that the navy was always more...

GLC09611.077.02

Fight the Red Menace: The Children's Crusade against Communism trading cards; 7. Trouble on the Docks

One trading card from the Red Menace collection, "7. Trouble on the Docks" depicting an arm-to-arm combat between French protesters and with Indochine officers at a dock. Reverse side contains propaganda narrative that describes communists attempting...

GLC09627.07

Fight the Red Menace: The Children's Crusade against Communism trading cards; 20. "Big Mo" in Action

One trading card from the Red Menace collection, "20. 'Big Mo' in Action" illustrating pistons firing from a battle ship. Naval officers aboard depicted covering their ears. Center of image is a large explosion. Reverse side contains propaganda...

GLC09627.20

[1912 Taft presidential advertisement]

One presidential advertisement for Taft's reelection printed in the "Saturday Evening Post" dated October 26, 1912. The one-paged print out is an endorsement of William Howard Taft by the Republican National Committee. Text refers to candidate...

GLC09670

to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated November 28, 1942. Robert recounts the dinner and entertainment they received for Thanksgiving on base. His new company is stricter, and he is hoping for a furlough at the end of...

GLC09611.025

to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated July 2, 1943. Robert's work on maneuvers consists of going to a warehouse fifty miles away and storing equipment. He relays his next location as Camp Atterbury, Indiana. In their last...

GLC09611.058

to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated July 24, 1943. After asking about Leonard's love life, Robert asserts "Say boy stay out of the army!!! Why you'll find out if you get in; Be patriotic but you can do it other ways."...

GLC09611.064

Marching Through Muck

One wirephoto released by United Press International dated September 16, 1962. Shows eight Vietnamese soldiers, wading through water in full gear, carrying weapons. The attached press release states that the Vietnamese troops are crossing the swamp...

GLC09677.66

to Richard Jerome Silbiger

One letter from Ann Lyon to Richard Jerome Silbiger, dated December 12, 1943. Ann writes to her nephew that a care package is coming his way, but not to believe its size as a lot of it is packaging. the box contatins stuffed Olives that his Aunt Sade...

GLC09684.16

Battle Weary Hungarian Freedom Fighters Enter Austria

One wirephoto released by International News Photos dated November 6, 1956. Shows a group of men walking towards the photographer. There are other men watching as they pass. The attached press release reports that Hungarian freedom fighters are...

GLC09677.14

Hunters Shooting into the Blue

One wirephoto released by International News Photos dated January 21, 1957. Shows three British planes flying. The attached press release reports that the new planes, F-6's, are the latest versions of the Hawker Hunter Fighter. They claim the F-6s...

GLC09677.19

Charles A. Lindbergh mission report

One wirephoto released by International News Photos dated August 27, 1957. This photo is a copy of the report written by Charles A. Lindbergh when he shot down a Japanese airplane on July 29, 1944. According to the attached press release Lindbergh...

GLC09677.35

to Jacob Stone

Addressed to "All." He apologizes for not writing lately, but he has been flying a lot. Recently, to Johnston Island and to Midway, which was an eleven-hour mission. He thanks them for writing constantly, and lauds Bee on her gossip skills. He's not...

GLC09620.128

to Jacob Stone and Beatrice Stone

Addressed to "Dad + Bee." All is well, if a little dull. The squadron went on a raid, but his crew stayed back. He walked around the atoll, but "it's just a flat coral atoll with no plant life of any sort, any more," due to earlier bombing. He...

GLC09620.136

to Jacob Stone and Beatrice Stone

Addressed to "Folks." He is incredibly happy as he is going on to Advanced Training. He was surprised to hear he was "car commander" and in charge of forty others. They are leaving this afternoon to a destination unknown.

Post-Script: Sent his class...

GLC09620.033

to Jacob Stone and Beatrice Stone

Addressed to "Dad + Bee." The "X-mas" box arrived and he thanks his parents a "million" for the "swell selection of presents." He writes that New Years Eve will be filled with flying, school, and bomb training. Not how he would like to spend the...

GLC09620.073

to Donna Lawyer

One letter from Gerald Handy to Donna Lawyer dated February 25, 1969. In an explicit letter he writes how much he loves her and can't wait to get home to her. He asks if there is something wrong and apologizes for sending her a "Dear John" letter. He...

GLC09908.18

to Donna Lawyer

One letter from Gerald Handy to Donna Lawyer dated July 23, 1969. He writes in an explicit letter how much he loves her and can't wait to see her. He also inquires who put her name in the paper which caused her to receive a lot of letters. He is glad...

GLC09908.35

to Donna Lawyer

One letter from Gerald Handy to Donna Lawyer dated August 29, 1969. He writes in an explicit letter how much he loves her and assures her that he continues to want her. He answers her letter and references a fair and a battle of the band contest. He...

GLC09908.42

Allotment Muddle

One newspaper clipping sent by Frank B. White to L. Jean White dated October 9, 1944. Included in a letter (GLC09855.01).) The clipping concerns a soldier who has not been receiving pay and has had his allotments to his mother and son cut off. Yank...

GLC09855.097.02

Negotiations: Hopes and Realities

One typed manuscript with handwritten notes by Dwight David Eisenhower dated April 10, 1968. Concerns opening negations with North Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Mentions the long negotiations during the Korean War as an example of what could not be...

GLC09911.02