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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 6940 Collections and/or Records:

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

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

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 59
Identifier: 01659001
Scope and Contents

Reed makes a visit to a doctor's family. An army general gives him word on his future assignment.

Dates:  October 29, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  October 31, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 60
Identifier: 01660001
Scope and Contents

Emilie Lawrence visits Norfolk and Reed teases her.

Dates:  October 31, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  November 11, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 61
Identifier: 01661001
Scope and Contents

Reed reiterates his devotion to Emilie Lawrence. He describes his responsibilities and notes that General Humphreys, Chief of the Army Corps of Engineers, arrives at the base for a dinner.

Dates:  November 11, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  November 15, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 62
Identifier: 01662001
Scope and Contents

Reed relates to Emilie Lawrence details of his brother's visit.

Dates:  November 15, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  November 17, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 63
Identifier: 01663001
Scope and Contents

Reed describes a dinner given for General Humphreys, Chief of the Army Corps of Engineers. He also describes city sights seen with his brother. He gives a defense of army life and teases her.

Dates:  November 17, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  November 22, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 64
Identifier: 01664001
Scope and Contents

Reed describes athletic events and a tournament. He comments on jealousy.

Dates:  November 22, 1875

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

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 65
Identifier: 01665001
Scope and Contents

Reed makes a statement on irony in the letters he and Emilie Lawrence send each other.

Dates:  November 29, 1875

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

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 66
Identifier: 01666001
Scope and Contents

Reed assures Emilie Lawrence of his devotion, and he apologizes for the ironic tone which offended her.

Dates:  December 9, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  December 13, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 67
Identifier: 01667001
Scope and Contents

Reed writes that he has not heard from her, and he feels dejected. He attends a reception with a heavy heart.

Dates:  December 13, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  December 13, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 68
Identifier: 01668001
Scope and Contents

Reed learns that Emilie Lawrence is nursing her nephew who has typhoid fever. He expresses concern for her health, and apologizes for his sad letter earlier today.

Dates:  December 13, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  December 14, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 69
Identifier: 01669001
Scope and Contents

Reed expresses his anxiety for Emilie Lawrence's health. He reiterates his devotion to her.

Dates:  December 14, 1875

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

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 70
Identifier: 01670001
Scope and Contents

Reed reiterates his devotion to Emilie Lawrence. He expresses his hope for the future.

Dates:  December 16, 1875

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

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 71
Identifier: 01671001
Scope and Contents

Reed learns of the death of Emilie Lawrence's nephew. He meditates on Christian duty and on life's purpose for him.

Dates:  December 20, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  December 22, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 72
Identifier: 01672001
Scope and Contents

Reed visits New York City, where he buys Emilie Lawrence a book. He is concerned for her health.

Dates:  December 22, 1875