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letters (correspondence)

 Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: Pieces of correspondence that are somewhat more formal than memoranda or notes, usually on paper and delivered.

Found in 6939 Collections and/or Records:

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  August 1, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 39
Identifier: 01639001
Scope and Contents

Reed informs Emilie Lawrence that he has light military duties and an easy command as a medical officer at Willets Point U.S. Army base. He misses her.

Dates:  August 1, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  August 5, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 40
Identifier: 01640001
Scope and Contents

Reed, in verse, declares his devotion to Emilie Lawrence.

Dates:  August 5, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  August 8, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 41
Identifier: 01641001
Scope and Contents

Reed assures Emilie Lawrence of his devotion. He describes a visit to New York City to buy her wedding ring.

Dates:  August 8, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  August 12, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 42
Identifier: 01642001
Scope and Contents

Reed responds to Emilie Lawrence's teasing. He alludes to their wedding planned for the fall of 1876. He is beginning study of French and German.

Dates:  August 12, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  August 16, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 43
Identifier: 01643001
Scope and Contents

Reed reassures Emilie Lawrence of his devotion. He learns she is unhappy, but does not know why.

Dates:  August 16, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  August 19, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 44
Identifier: 01644001
Scope and Contents

Reed reassures Emilie Lawrence of his devotion. He admits that she has great influence over him.

Dates:  August 19, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  August 19, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 45
Identifier: 01645001
Scope and Contents

Reed misses Emilie Lawrence. He offers a prayer to his deceased natural mother. He also discusses various topics, including medical treatments, a Catholic service, French lessons, and reading.

Dates:  August 19, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  August 27, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 46
Identifier: 01646001
Scope and Contents

Reed sends an engagement ring to Emilie Lawrence by express mail.

Dates:  August 27, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  August 30, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 47
Identifier: 01647001
Scope and Contents

Reed remains devoted to Emilie Lawrence. He comments on a caricature she has drawn, which includes mosquitos.

Dates:  August 30, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  September 3, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 48
Identifier: 01648001
Scope and Contents

Reed describes his activities to Emilie Lawrence: French language studies, reading, and chess. He promises no card playing at her request.

Dates:  September 3, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  September 6, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 49
Identifier: 01649001
Scope and Contents

Reed reiterates his devotion to Emilie Lawrence. He describes errands in New York City and his responsibilities at Willet's Point Army Base.

Dates:  September 6, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  September 9, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 50
Identifier: 01650001
Scope and Contents

Reed reiterates his devotion to her. He describes a view of the planets by telescope.

Dates:  September 9, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  circa September 20, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 51
Identifier: 01651001
Scope and Contents

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence about writing. He reiterates his devotion to her, and makes plans to visit her.

Dates:  circa September 20, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  September 23, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 52
Identifier: 01652001
Scope and Contents

Reed pledges to abstain from irony in his future correspondence with Emilie Lawrence.

Dates:  September 23, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  September 27, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 53
Identifier: 01653001
Scope and Contents

Reed describes his military responsibilities. He assures Emilie Lawrence that she is above all others in his heart.

Dates:  September 27, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  September 29, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 54
Identifier: 01654001
Scope and Contents

Reed writes to Emilie Lawrence concerning irony. He notes that there was a delay in receiving her letter.

Dates:  September 29, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  October 4, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 55
Identifier: 01655001
Scope and Contents

Reed's visit to Emilie Lawrence is set, but he teases her first.

Dates:  October 4, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  October 18, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 56
Identifier: 01656001
Scope and Contents

Reed misses Emilie Lawrence after visiting her. He writes lines of poetry and offers a critique of an Episcopalian minister.

Dates:  October 18, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  October 21, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 57
Identifier: 01657001
Scope and Contents

Reed expresses his devotion to Emilie Lawrence. He expects a permanent military assignment in the spring.

Dates:  October 21, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  October 25, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 58
Identifier: 01658001
Scope and Contents

Reed takes a carriage ride to see the fall colors.

Dates:  October 25, 1875