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2010.152.1177Andrew A. McSorley, Principal of Plantsville School
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Letter of hire to Andrew A. McSorley, as the Principal of Plantsville School. Signed by William M, Strong, superintendent of schools in Southington, CT. Dated January 13th, 1944
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Letter of hire to Andrew A. McSorley, as the Principal of Plantsville School. Signed by William M, Strong, superintendent of schools in Southington, CT. Dated January 13th, 1944
2010.152.1202Employment offer for Mrs. Andrew McSorley
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Employment offer addressed to Mrs. Andrew McSorley, from the Board of Education of Southington, CT. Offer is for the school year of 1942 - 1943 at a pay rate of $1250 per year, teaching in 7th grade at Plantsville School. Dated October 15, 1942
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Employment offer addressed to Mrs. Andrew McSorley, from the Board of Education of Southington, CT. Offer is for the school year of 1942 - 1943 at a pay rate of $1250 per year, teaching in 7th grade at Plantsville School. Dated October 15, 1942
2010.152.1204Mrs. A. McSorley acting principal at Plantsville School
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Letter addressed to 'Plantsville School Teachers', reporting 'Mrs. A. McSorley' as the acting principal at Plantsville School for the remainder of 1944. Letter is dated January 13, 1944.
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Letter addressed to 'Plantsville School Teachers', reporting 'Mrs. A. McSorley' as the acting principal at Plantsville School for the remainder of 1944. Letter is dated January 13, 1944.
2011.155.987Letter from Rachel Field Pederson to Mrs. Eversman
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Letter from Rachel Field Pederson to Mrs. Eversman (Betty Hartley's mother), dated 26 Aug 1940, apparently from Hollywood, CA, in which Rachel mentions that Mrs. Eversman visited Rachel's mother on Sutton Island and found her well, which Rachel was worried about; also Rachel mentions putting the Sutton cottage on the market.
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Letter from Rachel Field Pederson to Mrs. Eversman (Betty Hartley's mother), dated 26 Aug 1940, apparently from Hollywood, CA, in which Rachel mentions that Mrs. Eversman visited Rachel's mother on Sutton Island and found her well, which Rachel was worried about; also Rachel mentions putting the Sutton cottage on the market.
2013.246.2760Letter from Horace Bunker to his Uncle Ben
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Letter from Edgar Bunker to his Uncle Ben in 1945; he sends a copy of God’s Pocket, Rachel Field’s novel about Samuel Hadlock’s tour of Europe, and he describes his recent 50th wedding anniversary celebration, transcribed.
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Letter from Edgar Bunker to his Uncle Ben in 1945; he sends a copy of God’s Pocket, Rachel Field’s novel about Samuel Hadlock’s tour of Europe, and he describes his recent 50th wedding anniversary celebration, transcribed.
2016.356.2953A Christmas card to Lew Stanley.
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A Christmas card to Lew Stanley. The front of the card shows people around a Christmas tree on a snowy day. On the inside of the card there is a long hand written note that says " Dear Lou! We think of you so much and hope you are having a good winter! Afraid we won't see you this coming summer for we are going to Europe but we will try to get back to the island after out return. Meanwhile- we pray that you are happy and comfortable and in good health. We miss you very much and always thank our good fortune for having such a wonderful neighbor." The card has a text that says "Greeting and Best Wishes for Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year." Then there is a P.S note that says "P.S and give our love to the cats! Hope they are well!" The card is signed Elizabeth, Zubel and Ashley.
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A Christmas card to Lew Stanley. The front of the card shows people around a Christmas tree on a snowy day. On the inside of the card there is a long hand written note that says " Dear Lou! We think of you so much and hope you are having a good winter! Afraid we won't see you this coming summer for we are going to Europe but we will try to get back to the island after out return. Meanwhile- we pray that you are happy and comfortable and in good health. We miss you very much and always thank our good fortune for having such a wonderful neighbor." The card has a text that says "Greeting and Best Wishes for Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year." Then there is a P.S note that says "P.S and give our love to the cats! Hope they are well!" The card is signed Elizabeth, Zubel and Ashley. [show more]
2017.401.2180Letter from Jennie Stanley to Mrs. Elmer Spurling 1946
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Letter with envelope. Jennie Stanley to Mrs. Elmer Spurling on GCI, 1946 postmark. Jennie writes to "Dear Hilda" from Boston, Mass. Oct. 20, 1946 about church membership. (Jennie Stanley is Ken and Jeannie Schmidt's grandmother.)
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Letter with envelope. Jennie Stanley to Mrs. Elmer Spurling on GCI, 1946 postmark. Jennie writes to "Dear Hilda" from Boston, Mass. Oct. 20, 1946 about church membership. (Jennie Stanley is Ken and Jeannie Schmidt's grandmother.)
2018.415.2274Correspondence about purchase of Church Estey organ 1941 - Letter 21
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Letter 21 - Aug 20, 1941-Sep 23, 1941. This set of letters was found among the 1897 correspondence re: Rev. Charles Elliott Harwood who was the pastor of the Great Cranberry Island Congregational Church from 1894 to March 22, 1897. However, this is much later material pertaining to Church matters. Letters and a brochure between Howard Bacon and Estey Organ Corporation 1941, with notation "organ received Oct 2, 1941." Howard N. Bacon was a generous summer resident who arranged for the purchase of the church organ. Contributions made by Alice Stanley and Janine(?) Stanley.
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Letter 21 - Aug 20, 1941-Sep 23, 1941. This set of letters was found among the 1897 correspondence re: Rev. Charles Elliott Harwood who was the pastor of the Great Cranberry Island Congregational Church from 1894 to March 22, 1897. However, this is much later material pertaining to Church matters. Letters and a brochure between Howard Bacon and Estey Organ Corporation 1941, with notation "organ received Oct 2, 1941." Howard N. Bacon was a generous summer resident who arranged for the purchase of the church organ. Contributions made by Alice Stanley and Janine(?) Stanley. [show more]
2021.456.2924Letter to Captain Lew Stanley from Barbara Donald.
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A letter to Lew Stanley from Barbara Donald. This letter basically says that Barbara is going to Europe for the summer and won't be going to Cranberry. She also mentions some oars, and owing Lew money.
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A letter to Lew Stanley from Barbara Donald. This letter basically says that Barbara is going to Europe for the summer and won't be going to Cranberry. She also mentions some oars, and owing Lew money.
2021.456.2926Christmas Card for Lewis E. Stanley
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A Christmas card for Lewis E. Stanley. The front of this card features an Alaskan Flag with a poem. The inside of this card says " Wishing you the best of Christmas cheer and a New Year filled with happiness." The card is signed "Best Wishes to You. Mary+Howard Pratt."
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A Christmas card for Lewis E. Stanley. The front of this card features an Alaskan Flag with a poem. The inside of this card says " Wishing you the best of Christmas cheer and a New Year filled with happiness." The card is signed "Best Wishes to You. Mary+Howard Pratt."
2021.456.2929A Christmas card to Lew Stanley.
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A Christmas card to Lew Stanley. The front of the card has a picture of their son Piper on the front, and it says "Merry Christmas" next to it. On the card is written "Will you have Christmas dinner with me Sunday." and it is signed Neil, Sesa, + Piper.
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A Christmas card to Lew Stanley. The front of the card has a picture of their son Piper on the front, and it says "Merry Christmas" next to it. On the card is written "Will you have Christmas dinner with me Sunday." and it is signed Neil, Sesa, + Piper.
2021.456.2932Christmas card for Lewis Stanley.
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A Christmas card to Lewis Stanley. The front of the card has a picture of a snowy farm and says "Seasons Greetings." The inside of the card says "For your good-will and friendly cooperation we extend a hearty - thank you- May you have a joyful Christmas and a successful New Year." The card is signed Hollis G. Reed.
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A Christmas card to Lewis Stanley. The front of the card has a picture of a snowy farm and says "Seasons Greetings." The inside of the card says "For your good-will and friendly cooperation we extend a hearty - thank you- May you have a joyful Christmas and a successful New Year." The card is signed Hollis G. Reed.
2021.456.2933A wedding Invitation for Lew Stanley.
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A wedding invitation from Roger Hooper. This invitation is very plain and on the inside says " Mr. and Mrs. Roger Fellows Hoopers announce the marriage of their daughter Justine Van Rensselaer to Mr. Roger Milliken on Saturday the fifth of June nineteen hundred and forty-eight Saint John's Church Beverly Farms Massachusetts.
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A wedding invitation from Roger Hooper. This invitation is very plain and on the inside says " Mr. and Mrs. Roger Fellows Hoopers announce the marriage of their daughter Justine Van Rensselaer to Mr. Roger Milliken on Saturday the fifth of June nineteen hundred and forty-eight Saint John's Church Beverly Farms Massachusetts.
2021.456.2934Post Card to Lew Stanley
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A postcard for Lew Stanley. On the front of the card is a drawing of the U.S Naval War College in Newport, RI. On the back of the card there is a note that says " Hello Uncle Lew, Hope this finds everything good with you. We have had a swell trip as far and also very interesting. Wished you were with us. See you later." the Card is signed Phil.
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A postcard for Lew Stanley. On the front of the card is a drawing of the U.S Naval War College in Newport, RI. On the back of the card there is a note that says " Hello Uncle Lew, Hope this finds everything good with you. We have had a swell trip as far and also very interesting. Wished you were with us. See you later." the Card is signed Phil.
2021.456.2935Christmas Card to Lew Stanley from Pink!
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A Christmas Card to Lew Stanley from Pink Stanley. The front of the card says "O Come, all ye faithful" and it shows children walking to baby Jesus. On the inside it says " With this Christmas wish for you there comes a little prayer- 'May our father up in heaven always keep you in his care'" and it is signed Pink and Eliza.
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A Christmas Card to Lew Stanley from Pink Stanley. The front of the card says "O Come, all ye faithful" and it shows children walking to baby Jesus. On the inside it says " With this Christmas wish for you there comes a little prayer- 'May our father up in heaven always keep you in his care'" and it is signed Pink and Eliza.
2021.456.2936A Christmas card to Lew Stanley from the Stark family.
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A Christmas card to Lew Stanley from Jean Stanley Stark and her family. On the front of the card is a photo of people singing around a Christmas tree. The inside of the card says "every good wish for a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year" and it is signed Jean Stanley Stark + family.
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A Christmas card to Lew Stanley from Jean Stanley Stark and her family. On the front of the card is a photo of people singing around a Christmas tree. The inside of the card says "every good wish for a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year" and it is signed Jean Stanley Stark + family.
2021.456.2937A Christmas card to Captain Lewis G. Stanley.
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A Christmas card to Lew Stanley. On the front of the card is a picture of a snowy road. The inside of the card says "greetings and best wishes for Christmas and the New Year." Hand written on the card is a note that says "Dear Lew, We were terribly sorry not to get up to see you last summer, but are still hoping we will be able to swing it next year. We have a new baby boy now, and we are settled back in Philadelphia, which is unfortunately further than ever from Maine, but we'll escape somehow. Hope you have a comfortable winter." The card is signed Sue and Tommy.
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A Christmas card to Lew Stanley. On the front of the card is a picture of a snowy road. The inside of the card says "greetings and best wishes for Christmas and the New Year." Hand written on the card is a note that says "Dear Lew, We were terribly sorry not to get up to see you last summer, but are still hoping we will be able to swing it next year. We have a new baby boy now, and we are settled back in Philadelphia, which is unfortunately further than ever from Maine, but we'll escape somehow. Hope you have a comfortable winter." The card is signed Sue and Tommy. [show more]
2021.456.2938A Christmas card for Lew Stanley from Bea.
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A Christmas card for Lew Stanley. The front of the card has a picture of bells hanging from a tree and on the top says "Greetings." The inside of the card says "A Merry Christmas day and a New Year filled with all the things that make you happiest!" And it is signed "With love 'Bea'"
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A Christmas card for Lew Stanley. The front of the card has a picture of bells hanging from a tree and on the top says "Greetings." The inside of the card says "A Merry Christmas day and a New Year filled with all the things that make you happiest!" And it is signed "With love 'Bea'"
2021.456.2939A Christmas card to Lew Stanley from Evelyn and Melvin Hutchins
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A Christmas card to Lew Stanley. On the front of this card is a drawing of two people on a horse drawn carriage ride. On the inside of the card is a note that says "With best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year." The card also has a hand written note that says "Heartiest Greetings to Captain 'Lew'" and the card is signed Evelyn and Melvin Hutchins.
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A Christmas card to Lew Stanley. On the front of this card is a drawing of two people on a horse drawn carriage ride. On the inside of the card is a note that says "With best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year." The card also has a hand written note that says "Heartiest Greetings to Captain 'Lew'" and the card is signed Evelyn and Melvin Hutchins.
2021.456.2940A Christmas card to Lew Stanley from Roger and Nita Milliker.
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A Christmas card to Lew Stanley. On the front of the card there is a picture of four men playing instruments and singing, Also on the front it says "God rest ye merry gentlemen." On the inside of the card it says "Kind remembrances and best wishes for Christmas and the coming year." The card is signed Roger and Nita Milliker.
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A Christmas card to Lew Stanley. On the front of the card there is a picture of four men playing instruments and singing, Also on the front it says "God rest ye merry gentlemen." On the inside of the card it says "Kind remembrances and best wishes for Christmas and the coming year." The card is signed Roger and Nita Milliker.
2021.456.2941Red Christmas card to Lew Stanley from Benjie Neilson.
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A Christmas card to Lew Stanley. On the front of the card is a drawing of a snowing day and a house. On the inside of the it says " Friendly greetings for the holidays" the card is signed Benjie Neilson.
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A Christmas card to Lew Stanley. On the front of the card is a drawing of a snowing day and a house. On the inside of the it says " Friendly greetings for the holidays" the card is signed Benjie Neilson.
2021.456.2942A Christmas card for Lewis Stanley.
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A Christmas card for Lewis Stanley. On the front of the card there is a wreath and a scroll that says " Christmas greetings." Also on the front of the card there is 5 stamps from 1949. On the inside of the card it says "Sincere wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year." The signature on the card is illegible.
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A Christmas card for Lewis Stanley. On the front of the card there is a wreath and a scroll that says " Christmas greetings." Also on the front of the card there is 5 stamps from 1949. On the inside of the card it says "Sincere wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year." The signature on the card is illegible.
2021.456.2943A birthday card for Uncle Lou.
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A birthday card for Lou Stanley. On the front of the card there is a drawing of ducks, it also says "To Dad on his birthday." On the inside f the card it says "To wish you 'Happy Birthday' and all the joy and cheer you've always given others. year after happy year!" The card is signed Boynton, Ida, and Boynton.
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A birthday card for Lou Stanley. On the front of the card there is a drawing of ducks, it also says "To Dad on his birthday." On the inside f the card it says "To wish you 'Happy Birthday' and all the joy and cheer you've always given others. year after happy year!" The card is signed Boynton, Ida, and Boynton.
2021.456.2944A Christmas card for Lewis Stanley.
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A Christmas card for Lewis Stanley. On the front of the card it says "at Christmas" and shows a picture of people walking into a church on a snowy day. On the inside of the cad it says "Happy with all that your heart holds most dear, may you have a glad day and a wonderful year!" The card is signed Chester + Family.
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A Christmas card for Lewis Stanley. On the front of the card it says "at Christmas" and shows a picture of people walking into a church on a snowy day. On the inside of the cad it says "Happy with all that your heart holds most dear, may you have a glad day and a wonderful year!" The card is signed Chester + Family.
2021.456.2946An eccentric Christmas card for Lew Stanley.
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A Christmas card that strays from the norm. The front of the card seems to have hand drawn picture of a man dancing. The inside of the card there is a hand written note that says "A Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year" The Card is signed Jeanne and Waddy. Below that there is another note that says "Have a good winter Lou and don't work too hard. Johnny's off to California or a year. He and his children are well. We saw Liz in New York. She was well and sent you her best." That note was signed by Jeannie.
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A Christmas card that strays from the norm. The front of the card seems to have hand drawn picture of a man dancing. The inside of the card there is a hand written note that says "A Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year" The Card is signed Jeanne and Waddy. Below that there is another note that says "Have a good winter Lou and don't work too hard. Johnny's off to California or a year. He and his children are well. We saw Liz in New York. She was well and sent you her best." That note was signed by Jeannie. [show more]