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1001James Parker to Letitia A. Parker Letter and Envelope, January 9, 1863
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Other, Military, Civil War
  • People
  • Parker, James
  • 1863-01-09
Description:
James Parker thanks his sister, Letita A. Parker, for her letter and writes about his work and life at Fort Alexander, a friend who was injured in the Battle of Fredericksburg, a photograph he sent home, and a mutual friend named Fred. The original postmarked envelope is included as well. People Mentioned: Daniel Chaplin, Tom Milan
1002James Parker to Letitia A. Parker Letter and Envelope, July 25, 1863
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Other, Military, Civil War
  • People
  • Parker, James
  • 1863-07-25
Description:
James Parker writes to his sister, Letita A. Parker, from Fort Sumner about a boil on his leg, traveling with his regiment from Bangor, friends who died or are missing, and a map he sent her. The original postmarked envelope is included as well.
1003James Parker to Letitia A. Parker Letter and Envelope, October 11, 1863
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Organizations, School Institution
  • Other, Military, Civil War
  • People
  • Parker, James
  • 1863-10-11
Description:
James Parker writes to his sister, Letita A. Parker, from Fort Sumner about receiving letters from her and their friend Hannah, his good health, family, and school. He also relates his experience with artillery practice and guard patrol, remarking on the expense of war. The original postmarked envelope is included as well.
1004James Parker to Letitia A. Parker Letter and Envelope, August 10, 1862
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Other, Military, Civil War
  • People
  • Places, Camp
  • Parker, James
  • 1862-08-10
Description:
James Parker writes to his sister, Letita A. Parker, from Camp Roberts near Bangor. He wishes for new food, thanks her for a letter, asks for advice about purchasing a revolver, and describes his life at camp. The original envelope is included as well. People Mentioned: Lizzie Young
1005James Parker to Letitia A. Parker Letter and Envelope, September 27, 1863
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Nature, Animals, Dogs
  • Other, Military, Civil War
  • People
  • Parker, James
  • 1863-09-27
Description:
James Parker writes to his sister, Letita A. Parker, from Fort Sumner about the pleasure of receiving letters, the cold weather, a trip he took into the country and some dogs he saw there, and learning to play chess. The original postmarked envelope is included as well.
1256Herbert E. Wilson to Governor Schricker Letter, July 27, 1950
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Events
  • Other, Communism
  • People
  • Wilson, Herbert E.
  • 1950-07-27
Description:
Herbert E. Wilson writes to Governor Schricker regarding the discharge of LaRue Spiker and Iola Klaas from the payroll of the state of Indiana. Wilson commends that state for taking appropriate action. People Mentioned: LaRue Spiker, Maurice O. Hunt, Iola Klaas
1257Donald W. Brodie to LaRue Spiker Letter, July 31, 1950
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Events
  • Other, Communism
  • People
  • Brodie, Donald W.
  • 1950-07-31
Description:
Donald W. Brodie dismisses the appeal of LaRue Spiker regarding her release from the State Welfare Department of Indiana. Brodie believes that Spiker's words support communism and that it is important for the United States to keep up with Russia in the development of atomic warfare. People Mentioned: Iola Klaas, Henry F. Schricker, Maurice O. Hunt
1258American Citizen to LaRue Spiker Letter, July 27, 1950
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Events
  • Other, Communism
  • People
  • 1950-07-27
Description:
An unidentified American citizen criticizes a mimeographed letter sent by LaRue Spiker. The author supports Spiker's dismissal from her government job and accuses her of using communistic language.
1259Ralph E. Pumphrey to LaRue Spiker Letter, July 28, 1950
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Events
  • Other, Communism
  • People
  • Pumphrey, Ralph E.
  • 1950-07-28
Description:
Ralph E. Pumphrey writes regarding a letter LaRue Spiker and Iola Klaas sent to the Council of Social Agencies. Pumphrey believes Spiker ignored the established legal channels in appealing her case by distributing a public statement. People Mentioned: Iola Klaas, Harold B. Tharp, Mrs. Boyd I. Miller, Carl R. Dortch, Mrs. Marvin E. Curle, Sidney Cahn, Michael F. McCaffrey, Philip Adler Jr., Lionel F. Artis, Murray A. Auerbach, Irene C. Boughton, Volney M. Brown, Agnes Connor, Mrs. Frank H. Fairchild, Russell W. Galloway, Mrs. John K. Goodwin, Henry M. Graham, Mrs. Walter S. Greenough, Mary Houk, Robert E. Jewett, Gerald F. Kempf, Bertha Leming, Mrs. Montgomery S. Lewis, Mrs. Colby E. Moody, Mrs. John M. Moore, Joseph E. Palmer, Edwin G. Plum, James Shaw, Thomas M. Tobin [show more]
1260Maurice O. Hunt to LaRue Spiker Letter and Personnel Transaction, July 11, 1950
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Events
  • Other, Communism
  • People
  • Hunt, Maurice O.
  • 1950-07-11
Description:
Maurice O. Hunt of the Indiana State Department of Public Welfare writes to notify LaRue Spiker that she has been suspended without pay for aiding and abetting the work of the Civil Rights Congress and creating discord within the department. A Personnel Transaction form is included with the letter. People Mentioned: T. A. Gottschalk, Leo M. Kinman, Mrs. Benjamin D. Hitz, Fred Hoke, W. Edward Sweigart, Louise Griffin
24821947 Fire Letter
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
Description:
thank you to John Hughes, Lake Forest, Ill for clothing sent to Bar Harbor
2552Dailey letters
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Other, Genealogy
  • Other, Sewing
Description:
Letters to Mrs. Adelbert Leach from "Dell," husband, 1892 Other letters To mother from Henry Funeral card for Henry C. Dailey Funeral card for Ellen Mabel Knibbs Letter from C.E. Dailey to sister, 1886 regarding placing remains of brother Henry
2925Letters to Northeast Harbor Golf Club Subscribers
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
Description:
March 3, 1999 Letter- Informing members of the outcome and history of the litigation between the club and former president Nancy Harris. May 1, 2002 Letter- Reminding member of golf club rules concerning the pace of play, Other notes on what they plan to do to limit congestion on the course during busy times. January 20, 2004 Letter- informing members on construction improvements and the information on the capital campaign. (2 copies one letter missing page 2) January 15, 2005 Letter- Noting the amount of money raised by the club for the Water Company Land Project administered by the Maine Coast Heritage Trust, Outcome of the visit from the Greens Section of the USGA, reminder to send in dues. April 11, 2005 Letter- Reminder that dues are due by April 20th and membership form February 2007 Letter- Reminder that memberships are due, Report about the new Greens Cpmmittee, Drainage improvements to course holes, purchase of right of way along abutting properties, notice from NEH Golf Club Membership Committee on Junior Subscribers. February 5, 2008 Letter- Completion of course drainage improvements, Board of Directors converting from a Taxable C Corporation to a not-for -profit, Membership Corporation, notes on Clubhouse staff, request for donations. February 3, 2009 Letter- Suspention of projects slated for 2009, structure of play reducing congestion, request that membership dues be sent in soon. February 2010 Letter- Improvement projects for 2010, mention of returning staff, 2010 Guest policy, list of comments heard about the club/course, list of projects undertaken by Grounds Crew in the off season. [show more]
2946Arcady Music Festival Letter to Supporters regarding Loss of Maine Arts Commission funding in the schools
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Other, Arcady Music Festival
  • 1996
Description:
Arcady Music Festival Letter to Supporters regarding Loss of Maine Arts Commission funding in the schools Commission's Touring Artist Program terminated with loss of National Endowment for the Arrts support Feb 7, 1996
3477Letter from government dated Apr. 28, 1915
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • 1915
Description:
This appears to be notes concerning what J.A. Somes should do or state concerning deductions and date of death of John William Somes.
3557Letters From Members to NEHGC, Folder #2
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
Description:
1. Letter from Joseph G. Fogg to Nancy Harris with enclosed donation, December 4th, 1987. 2. Letter from William R. Wister, Jr. to the Northeast Harbor Golf Club with encolsed donation, December 21st, 1988.
3641Issuance of Rifles and Equipment
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • 1921
Description:
Typewritten letter from Ordnance Officer, HQ, First Corps Area (Boston) responding to application for rifles and equipment for GAR Post; also Bond to Secure Return of Same.
3781Letter to Mrs. Williams
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Events, Fire
  • Other, Bar Harbor Fire
  • Other, Fire fighters
  • Other, Fire of 1947
  • Other, Salisbury Cove
  • Other, Somesville
  • 1947
Description:
Unknown who wrote letter regarding recollection of Bar Harbor Fire, Fire of 1947 from Somesville, trying to get firefighters to Salisbury Cove
3851Events 2011
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • 2011
Description:
Celebrate! 250: Chowder Supper & Variety Show, A Birthday Party for MDI Jan. 13, 2011.Featuring Past Luminaries & Wondrous Tales. Programs, tickets Mount Desert Islander newspaper article, "Show, dinner, celebrates 250 years," Jan. 13, 2011 Letter to editor, Mount Desert Islander, Jan. 27, 2011 from Susan Lerner, Ned Butler, Kathleen Miller thanking community for support of chowder supper. Exhibit of "250 Years, 250 Treasures" curated by Annette Carvajal. Mount Desert Islander, "John Gilley of MDI: Battle of the Wilderness; Battlefield Injury was beginning of end for Maine Bluecoat," May 26, 2011. (Last of three parts) Expedition to Explore the History of Somes Sound; Voyage aboard the M/V Asticou, July 19, 2011 (invitation and accompanying script) Invitation to Annual Holiday Party, Dec. 16, 2011 Sample event planner. [show more]
3872Correspondence on Eviction and Trespass of William Gilley on Baker's Island
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Other, Baker's Island
  • Other, Deed
  • Other, Evictions
  • Other, Trespass
Description:
Letter by W.B. Franklin Dec 10, 1853, 2 p Letter, W.B. Franklin , Oct 8, 1855, 2 p. law suit dropped against Elisha Gilsey [sic] and Joseph Gilsey [sic] Gilley Memo Trespasses, etc by E.S.G (no name) , Dec 12, 1891, 2p Letter by C.S. Hamlin, Nov 5 1896, re title of the lighthouse for eviction Letter by Issac Dyer, US Attorney to Attorney General, explanation of ownership of Baker's Island, building of schoolhouse, Mar 11, 1898, 3 p. Letter by John Griggs, Atty Gen, Mar 18, 1898, 3 p. Referring to letter from Justice Dept on Nov 5, 1898 Letter by Grimsby McHarg, Acting Sec Dept of Commerce and Labor indicating satisfaction that boat landing is used in common by the public and the government, May 6, 1909 Reproduced from National Archives [show more]
3901Mallory to VIS letter re playground boundary
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Other, Village Improvement Society
  • n.d.
Description:
Grading of schoolhouse playground extended into Mallory property.
3902Village Improvement Society, Somesville
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Other, Village Improvement Society
Description:
Letters from students and teachers thanking for money for film; from Mr. Manter of the Somesville and Mount Desert Larger Parish for money to buy record player, fromo Ezra and Myra Richardson for $100.00 check, from Pilgrim Fellowship for repair and tuning of piano at firehouse, dance records, and a blackboard
4007letter to IRS
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • 1978
Description:
letter requesting IRS ID number
4008state highway commission
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
Description:
letters about taking land for right of way
4681Letter from Josiah Phillips to Luther A. Phillips
  • Document, Correspondence, Letter
  • Josiah Phillips
  • 1830
Description:
Photocopy of an 1830 handwritten letter from Josiah Phillips to Luther A. Phillips of Orland, Maine. The letter tells of the death of Josiah's father and Luther's father. The letter fills one-page; a photocopy of the page showing the address has also been copied. The orginal sheet of paper was approx. 15 inches wide and 12' high. It had been folded in half and the address written on the outside. The letter itself was about 7.5" in width and 12" high. [show more]