In this letter, an unknown California pioneer writes to his brother. Letter is written in ink on semitransparent paper, and the ink has bled through in several places.
King, Thomas Starr, 1824-1864; Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.)
This article remembering Thomas Starr King's life was one in a weekly series of biographical "sketches" detailing the life of important figures in California history. In particular, this article highlights King's talent as an orator and supporter...
Anthony, Susan B. (Susan Brownell), 1820-1906; Poetry; Letters; Illness
Mary Anthony writes to her cousin Jessie Anthony about Jessie's new membership to the Rochester Political Equality Club. Anthony also tells Jessie about a Character Party she and her sister attended. She also remarks on the loss of their cousin,...
Frémont, John Charles, 1813-1890; Collecteana files
A short pamphlet advertising the book of the same name by Ernest Wiltsee. The main focus of the book is the "California activities of John Charles Frémont" and resultant "unending controversy" that Wiltsee hopes to clear up.
Garrison, William Lloyd, 1805-1879;Collecteana files; Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.);
Newspaper clipping describing the dedication of a California sequoia tree to Susan B. Anthony. A penciled in note at the bottom lists the clipping as a February 2, 1938 article from the LA Times.
In this letter, written in black ink on pale blue paper, Hersholt accepts Drake's invitation to the Library Association of Southern California's Christmas dinner. Hersholt's stationery is personalized with a letterhead.
Note on Abraham Lincoln The Gettysburg Address and a Portrait booklet sent to Perkins by the Book Club of California. Note is written on the back sleeve for the booklet.
Bierce expresses his sadness in never seeing Roberston or any other of his "Western" friends in California again, but remains cheerful. He approves of her plans for her studies, and tells her that he will send her drawings her way.
Typed transcription of Bierce's letter to Robertson. In the letter, Bierce expresses his sadness in never seeing Roberston or any other of his "Western" friends in California again, but remains cheerful. He approves of her plans for her studies,...
National American Woman Suffrage Association; Anthony, Susan B. (Susan Brownell), 1820-1906; Letters; Letterheads
Typed letter to her cousin Jessie Anthony from Susan B. Anthony, written on National American Women Suffrage Association stationary. Large blue letterhead on top of page. Mentions California State President, Mrs. Wood Swift had just visited. Susan...