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to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff

One letter from Leonard Eugene Graeff to Susan Prowell Graeff and Raymond James Graeff dated September 20, 1943. Leonard begins with "It sure was swell hearing from you...I got my first mail since being here yesterday. I was so excited I could hardly...

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At Final Press Conference

One wirephoto released by United Press International dated January 18, 1961. Shows President Eisenhower waving as he walks past the press. The attached press release notes that Eisenhower enters the press conference followed by James Hagerty, White...

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Jet Pilot Lands After Fire

One photograph by Drennan Photo Service dated OCtober 29, 1956. Shows three men in military uniform inspecting a dropped wing tank. According to the attached press release First Lieutenant Allan H. Lancaster landed a F-86-F Sabre Jet at Mitchell Air...

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Historic Scene

One wirephoto released by Associated Press, dated August 13, 1958. Shows President Eisenhower addressing the United Nations. Taken from the floor, the photo has delegates in the foreground, with President Eisenhower at the podium in the center...

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Bridge Partners

One poster entitled "Bridge Partners" printed by Autocar, dated December 27, 1943. Poster features an Autocar mobile derrick as it helps lay a pontoon bridge in the background other Autocar vehicles shoot into the sky. The poster reads in part,...

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Big Trucks for Big Jobs

One poster entitled, "Big Trucks for Big Jobs" printed by Autocar, dated 1941-1945. Poster features an Autocar fuel truck on a road in a jungle. There is a bullet-riddled Japanese plane's wing in the foreground. There are four bombers in the air...

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to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff, dated October 21, 1943. Robert writes that he heard about the fire at home and how big it was. He complains about having to get his hair cut in the army. He compliments Leonard on the photo...

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to Richard Milhous Nixon

One letter from Allen Snipes to President Richard Milhous Nixon copied to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated October 28, 1973. Snipes is against the impeachment of President Nixon. Snipes mentions his military history, and relationship to...

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to Dorothy Silbiger

One letter from Jack Gerber to Dorothy Silbiger dated May 2, 1943. Jack writes that mutual friends, Betty and Sam, just got married and should be home from their honeymoon soon. He complains about how much work he has to do and how busy they are with...

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Hungarian Troops March in Budapest

One wirephoto released by International News Photos dated October 29, 1956. Shows armed military and civilians walking down a road. The press release attached reports that the revolution is in its seventh day. Imre Nagy, Premier of the reform...

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to Jacob Stone

Addressed to "Dad." A brief note as he has a math test tomorrow, but wanted to answer a few questions. He did recieve the photos sent, and hopes to get one taken of himself soon. Has gone swimming a few times, but not lately due to all the studying...

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To Mrs. Nueal Dorroh

Conner writes to Nueal that he will be sending her a Christmas card soon. He says that "it is not much but it is the best I can do they gave them to me so I will send them to you all." He tells Nueal he made his allotment of $40 that he will be...

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To Mrs. Nueal Dorroh

Conner writes that he was sad to hear that negro Stink and Leo Long did not pass the exam for the Army, but at the same time he is glad "they are not going through with what we are." On the topic of serving during the war, Conner tells Nueal "I sure...

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to Norm Dykya

One letter dated February 21, 1963, addressed to Norm Dujka. Details the journey from Camp Peddleton to Hawaii aboard a ship. Was seasick during the trip. Trainees are required to complete strength tests and swim a mile out and back with Jack the...

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Fight the Red Menace: The Children's Crusade against Communism trading cards; 47. War-Maker

One trading card from the Red Menace collection, "47. War-Maker" depicting an exaggerated portrait of Mao Tse-tung with a green face and included in the background is a monster wielding a large sword. Reverse side contains propaganda narrative...

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to Bill

One letter addressed to Roseann from William E. Johnson dated June 23, 1966. Mentions receiving his previous three letters. Notes that she celebrated her birthday with her mother, Elaine, and Don. Roseann reflects on her age and that "life's been...

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to Olive Coddiare

Coddaire writes that he received a V-Mail from Olive, and two Christmas boxes with candy and fruitcake inside. He mentions their friend Isobel going to Florida saying that it isn't the season for it. Coddaire also mentions that one of the theaters...

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to Elizabeth Hamilton

William writes Elizabeth that he just received her last letter because he was called away to attend a meeting of the legislature in Green Bay. He writes that while there he met up with an old school friend who is now an episcopal minister in the area...

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to Joyce Robinson

Richard writes to Joyce how much he loves and misses her. He mentions that they will be supplied and he will be able to send a bunch of letters he had written her and other family members. He writes they are leaving for the landing zone (LZ) in about...

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to Lucy Knox

Informs Lucy that a mutual acquaintance has died. Congratulates Lucy on her new baby boy, saying "Most heartily do I congratulate you on the birth of your son - I wish it was possible for me to do that personally - but I find it is not so I must...

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to Mrs. Barton

Writes to his mother that it is an army holiday for George Washington's birthday but the weather is terrible. Reflects on his one year anniversary of deployment in Germany and describes his first days in that country. Tells Mrs. Barton to stop...

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to Newton, Gordon, and Johnston

Details accounts for the shipping of sundry goods, wine, and brandy. Then discusses placing insurance on the shipments and states that he has given the insurance agents the necessary information about the ships, the captains' names, where the...

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to John Bryant

Orders Captain Bryant to arrange for a cooper to repair powder casks and to have Mr. Smith purchase the hoops for the repairs of the powder casks. Warns Bryant to be "extremely careful that no accident happens with the powder" and to remember the...

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[to a former Civil War Colonel]

Allen updates a Colonel, whose name is not specified, whom he previously served under regarding his post-war activities. Reports that he worked as a school teacher in Texas before his ill health required him to move to the National Soldier's Home in...

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to Lucy Flucker Knox

Writes a sad letter to Lucy Knox about the recent deaths in her family. Says her father and two brothers have died and her only remaining brother is sick. Writes she fears he will not make it and does not believe her mother will be around much...

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