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to his parents and sister

He writes that it took two days to travel from Bowling Green to Scottsville because the roads were rough and the wagons so heavily loaded the wheels had to be chained to go downhill. Comments that men and women, "meager looking whips," are often...

GLC07460.005

[Provision return for army rations issued]

Provision return for three men from Lieutenant Wright's company of artificers in the ordinance department as well as two women from 25-28 July. The five people were issued 26 rations over the four days. Signed by Lieutenant Wright and countersigned...

GLC02437.02327

[Provision return of men in ordnance department]

Provision return for 8 men employed by the ordnance department from 5-8 July. The return also shows two women were hired for the four days. The ten people were issued a total of 56 rations. Signed by Doughty as Fort Major of West Point as well as...

GLC02437.02239

The Tri-weekly telegraph. [Vol. 27, no. 123, whole no. 3503 (January 29, 1862)]

General Van Dorn gone West, Newbern to be attacked, women & children leaving 125 Federal vessels at Hatteras, Letter from Rev. R.F. Bunting. War news form Mexico. General hospital fund. City Council minutes. Alamosa taken by Colonel Baylor.

GLC05959.51.020

[Resolution of the Massachusetts House of Representatives]

Resolution of the Massachusetts House of Representatives that they "do sincerely condole with the afflicted relatives in the death of Major General Henry Knox; - That his honorable discharge of the duties of a statesman & citizen entitle him to...

GLC02437.08055

to Ruth Buettner

One letter addressed to Ruth Buettner from Mary M. Nesselbush dated November 24, 1944. Pertains to daily life as a WAVE. Mentions taking exams and updates of other women she is stationed with while living in New York City.

GLC10005.16

to Mama

One letter addressed to Catharine Macaulay from Catharine S. Macaulay dated March 1, 1785. Pertains to a visit from an American military man named Colonel Miranda who brought news of his mother. Expresses concern that her mother will not go to South...

GLC01795.013

to Mary

He reminds her that there are thousands of women who no longer have a husband to write to. A lot is riding on the current battle they are in. If the Rebels lose it, they will all be taken prisoner. Right now there are 1100 prisoners from Bragg's army...

GLC02415.048

to Aaron Jeffery

Reports on the weather in Petersburg (cold with snow) and then goes on to comment on Aaron's studies. He compliments him on his interest in history and philosophy but cautions him not to neglect to also "...study grammar, dictionary & ciphering."...

GLC01896.094

Frederick Douglass monthly. [Vol. 1, no.1 (March 1948)]

Published by Voice Publishing Co. Contains reprint of Douglass's "Men of Color, to Arms" from the 2 March 1863 printing: "This is our golden opportunity. Let us accept it and forever wipe out the dark reproaches unsparingly hurled against us by our...

GLC05822

to Bets, Davis, Jack, and Mike

One letter addressed to Bets, Davis, Jack and Mike from Nellie Joe Wetmore dated August 8, 1963. Writes that she has half the afternoon free, so she is getting her hair done. One of the women in her group lost her luggage. She has spent $100 on the...

GLC09573.01.29

McLean House and family posed on front porch at Appomattox Court House. [April 1865 ca.]

Three women, two men, and little girl sit on the steps of the McLean house. Half of a seventh person is visible. Inscription on verso: "The McLean House." Photo is attached to board which has an illustration on verso of dogs and cats drinking from...

GLC05111.01.0532

Josh Gibson

One photograph of Josh Gibson of the Homestead Grays, considered one of the best catchers and power hitters in the history of the Negro Leagues. Elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1972. Known as the "Black Babe Ruth."

GLC10117

Memorial Day, May 10th, 1877, at Magnolia Cemetery, under the auspices of the Ladies Memorial Association, Charleston, South Carolina

Contains an announcement for a prayer and memorial ode delivered by Reverend W. H. Campbell. Includes odes by Grace Raymond and Reverend Charles Stuart Vedder. Announces the decoration of graves to be completed by ladies of the Association. The...

GLC06080

The Refugee

One poem entitle The Refugee sent by Leonard H. Richards to Hortensia Richards dated circa 1865.

GLC03523.29.096.02

Monthly return of clothing, camp and garrison equipage

Monthly return for the month ending September 30, 1865.

GLC02016.141

[Provision return for army rations issued]

Signed by Lieutenant Wright and Major Samuel Shaw as an aide-de-camp to General Knox. Provision return for rations issued to three men from Lieutenant Wright's artillery artificer company employed in the ordinance department from 1-6 August. Return...

GLC02437.02356

[Photograph of Sumiko Kusagaya and Helen Nozawa]

One undated black-and-white photograph of Sumio Kusagaya and Helen Nozawa. The women's names were typed
on the reverse side of the photograph.

GLC09860.166

to his family

Writes that he will attempt to take a furlong at the end of the month. Makes reference to staying at Miss S. G. C.'s house during his time off. Thanks his family for the photograph of his brother ("the young man in the Insurance Company"). Also...

GLC03603.114

Commercial Art: A modern profession

One pamphlet entitled, "Commercial Art: A modern profession." Printed by Art Instruction, Inc. Item includes sample sketches, photographs of the studio and students, promotion of their classes and how much money women can earn as artists.

GLC10079.02.02

to Morris "Moe" Weiner

Sylvia comments on Moe having new orders by the end of the month, and that she is prepared for anything. It was lovely weather and she worked in the garden and played charades after supper. Then played some Bing Crosby records.

GLC09414.0093

to Mary Kelly

Moore reports that the Mountain Meadows Massacre in 1857, where one hundred and seventeen men, women, and children were killed, was "done to avenge the death of Parley P. Pratt." Tells how the Mormons have appropriated the property of those killed...

GLC04194.15