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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,  December 29, 1875

 Item — Box 16: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 73
Identifier: 01673001
Scope and Contents

Reed reaffirms his feelings for Emilie Lawrence. He describes the physician's lot, and inquires about the new Murfreesboro newspaper and their friends Miss Peace and Mr. Sharpe.

Dates:  December 29, 1875

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  January 6, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 1
Identifier: 01701001
Scope and Contents

Reed relates that he is compiling statistics and writing a report for 1875.

Dates:  January 6, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  January 10, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 2
Identifier: 01702001
Scope and Contents

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence about a rumor of her impending marriage. He plans a visit to see her.

Dates:  January 10, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  January 13, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 3
Identifier: 01703001
Scope and Contents

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence about not writing and about attentions from Professor Sharpe. He discusses small pox cases among children on the post.

Dates:  January 13, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  January 17, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 4
Identifier: 01704001
Scope and Contents

Reed has received no letter from her, but offers a meditation on patience.

Dates:  January 17, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  January 24, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 5
Identifier: 01705001
Scope and Contents

Reed must postpone his visit to see her.

Dates:  January 24, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  January 27, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 6
Identifier: 01706001
Scope and Contents

Reed writes of visitors to the Willet's Point base and his treatment of the sick.

Dates:  January 27, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  February 7, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 7
Identifier: 01707001
Scope and Contents

Reed describes sleigh rides he has taken with the ladies of the army base at Willet's Point. He teases Emilie Lawrence.

Dates:  February 7, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  February 11, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 8
Identifier: 01708001
Scope and Contents

Reed reiterates his devotion to Emilie Lawrence.

Dates:  February 11, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  February 16, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 9
Identifier: 01709001
Scope and Contents

Reed arranges a visit to Norfolk and Murfreesboro. He describes social events at the army base at Willet's Point.

Dates:  February 16, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  February 22, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 11
Identifier: 01711001
Scope and Contents

Reed writes Emilie Lawrence to expect his impending arrival

Dates:  February 22, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  March 4, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 12
Identifier: 01712001
Scope and Contents

Reed misses Emilie Lawrence. He is thankful for the time spent with her.

Dates:  March 4, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  March 6, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 13
Identifier: 01713001
Scope and Contents

Reed visits a sick friend in Brooklyn. He was impressed with Baltimore on his trip home.

Dates:  March 6, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  March 9, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 14
Identifier: 01714001
Scope and Contents

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence that his finger was injured by her. He describes cases of measles at the base.

Dates:  March 9, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  March 13, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 15
Identifier: 01715001
Scope and Contents

Reed has not heard from Emilie Lawrence. He tells her he misses her, and reports on cases of measles at the base.

Dates:  March 13, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  March 20, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 16
Identifier: 01716001
Scope and Contents

Reed misses Emilie Lawrence. He resolves to be a better Christian.

Dates:  March 20, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  March 23, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 17
Identifier: 01717001
Scope and Contents

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence.

Dates:  March 23, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  March 28, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 18
Identifier: 01718001
Scope and Contents

Reed remarks on the ingratitude of patients. He informs Emilie Lawrence that he will be in a play.

Dates:  March 28, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  March 30, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 19
Identifier: 01719001
Scope and Contents

Reed studies Emilie Lawrence's French grammar. He assures her of his devotion. He visits Central Park, New York City.

Dates:  March 30, 1876

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence,  April 3, 1876

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 20
Identifier: 01720001
Scope and Contents

The Army post expects a visit from Gen. William T. Sherman and the Secretary of War. Reed anticipates his upcoming marriage to Emilie Lawrence.

Dates:  April 3, 1876