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M.E.G. Letter to Hugh Green
Mordecai Meyers letter to Matthew Maury
A two-page letter from Petersburg, VA informing Maury of the inability to pull into the Harbor ar Norfolk due to the high winds and the desire to protect the cargo for the owners. Additionally, he gives reports on behalf of Captian Bliss of the cargo on board other vessels, chiefly cotton, tobacco, flour, and wheat.
Michael Paro Letters
Ten letters written to Michael Paro, a private in the United States Army serving in Vietnam, mostly from his love interest, Barbara Jensen. In most of the letters, she discusses life after his time in Vietnam and plans for their future. A picture of Barbara is included with one of the letters.
James Monroe Free Frank Envelope
An envelope written by James Monroe from Oak Hill to Thomas W. Griffith in Baltimore, Maryland dated February 2, 1828.
Mother to Children Letter
Letter to children expressing sadness about their illness.
Mr. and Mrs. Stanley King letters
Letters from Stanley R. King Jr. to his parents Mr. and Mrs. Stanley King as well as to his sister Kathy Ann King. Vietnam War era. Stanley King Jr. stationed in Germany. Also contains various forms and small items sent from Stanley King Jr., as well as a letter from Mr. and Mrs. Stanley King's nephew Chuck S. Hancock and a letter from Cpt. Laurence A. Silverman regarding Stanley King Jr.'s impending court-martial trial.
Mrs. William S. Matthews letters
The collection consists of letters to Mr. Trevvett Matthews in Paris, France, from his mother, Mrs. William S. Matthews in Glenn Allen, VA, discussing her day and how she enjoys the letters she receives from him.
Nancy Kessler Letters to Louis Kessler
Series of letters from Nancy Kessler to her husband, Louis, while he served in the United States Navy as a quartermaster and was stationed in Norfolk, Virginia from 1944-1945.
Nesmith Letter, Vicksburg, Mississippi
6 page letter from Mr. Nesmith to his sister from Vicksburg, Mississippi. He describes rowing with a friend along the river, working, and writes a lot about society, politics, and his impression of African American life since the Civil War.
Bill Newton Letter
Letter to son Frank about the war and his plans to marry his girlfriend May. Mentions class differences between Frank and May.
North Carolina Arrest Warrant for Bazel Bunting, a Free Man of Color
One-page arrest warrant issued from the town of Salisbury in the county of Rowen in North Carolina.
Notation of Prices for Slaves from Columbia, South Carolina
Folded Confederate letter address sheet that was later used to record the prices for slaves sold in that area in 1864. It was possibly an auction tally.
James M. Pasteur letter to Harris Tinker, Jr.
Three-page letter addressed to his cousin in Greensboro, Alabama. Pasteur is a student at William and Mary on break and visiting family. He writes of his appreciation for having his cousin relay a message of courtship to a Miss Julia, despite the lukewarm response she wrote in return. He also lays out his plans as they pertain to his return to Williamsburg in preparation for the upcoming session.
Patrick Arnold Letters
Series of letters addressed to Patrick Arnold from family and friends while stationed on the USS Bronson (DD-668) out of Charleston, South Carolina, the USS Howorth (DD-592), and at the Naval Recruiting Station in Washington, D.C. from 1944-1949.
Paul A. Carpenter Letters
Paul A. Carpenter letters
Collection contains letters to Paul A. Carpenter from family and friends during World War II from 1942-1945.
Porter Wilson Letter to the Black Steel and Wire Company
Three page letter from Private Porter Wilson of the 34th Engineers in France to the Black Steel and Wire Company inquiring about the status of his job or the possibility of getting a new one from them upon his return from active service in the war.
Arthur P. Pratt Letter
Letter to Mr. Starkey about training in the armed forces and serving with "the Maryland-Virginia boys under General Gaither."
William Preston Letters to Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Bennett
Com. C. Prier Letter
Letter to Mr. Forsyth about upcoming rent due of $250 for year of office space.
Randolph McGavock Letter to J.C. McGavock
One page typed letter from Randolph to his family dated the 27th of December 1917. McGavock was a sergeant of the 54th Depot Brigade in the United States Army at Camp McClellan, Alabama. He writes to report on the status of his furlough request and his activities over Christmas.
Rhodesia Photograph Album
96 black and white photographs in an album that features some pre-filled stock pictures of safari animals and landscape scenes of Rhodesia and parts of Southern Africa. Most of the other photographs are labeled studio photos of individuals and native Rhodesian's depicted in church, school, and town settings.
Richmond, VA Letter
Two page letter addressed to, "Brother" dated December 9, 1863. Contents are family affairs, updates on neighbors, and wishes that the Union troops will leave all lands unmolested as the battles in the state continue.
Roanoke Estate Photographs
Collection of 22 black and white photographs of various African American individuals and families. Some of the photographs are labeled with first names and the date of the picture. Dates range from the 1950's through the 1970's. There is also a newspaper clipping of Annie Poindexter that was published in loving memory of her by her children, Lonnie and Marguerite. Poindexter passed July 3, 1959. It is supposed that the collection of photographs are from a Roanoke Estate.
Robert C. Winthrop letter
Collection contains letter from Whig party politician Robert C. Winthrop to I. J. Cohen. In the letter, Winthrop asks for a private railroad car for his disabled wife. The collection also includes biographical information about Robert C. Winthrop. During his lifetime, Whinthrop was a lawyer, Congressman, and Senator.