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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 Lawrence Reed,  November 11, 1900

 Item — Box 21: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 77
Identifier: 02177001
Scope and Contents

Reed settles into camp life, and observes a malaria case. He discusses finances, and notes that Carroll has returned to Cuba from the United States.

Dates:  November 11, 1900

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  November 18, 1900

 Item — Box 22: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 6
Identifier: 02206001
Scope and Contents

Reed writes that he has found mosquitoes and volunteers for his experiments, and will now proceed with the laboratory work. He comments on newspaper reports about yellow fever.

Dates:  November 18, 1900

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  November 20, 1900

 Item — Box 22: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 8
Identifier: 02208001
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Reed reports that the experimental camp is nearing completion. He notes the effect of cool weather on yellow fever cases and suggests the mosquito as a vector for the disease.

Dates:  November 20, 1900

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  November 21, 1900

 Item — Box 22: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 9
Identifier: 02209001
Scope and Contents

Reed is sympathetic to his wife's case of gout. He remarks on a bill to Johnnie Moore for work at the Keewaydin house.

Dates:  November 21, 1900

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  November 22, 1900

 Item — Box 22: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 13
Identifier: 02213001
Scope and Contents

Reed expresses concern for his wife's gout, but he also teases her. He relates a newspaper controversy over the yellow fever experiments, particularly concerning the American and Spanish volunteers, and consent forms.

Dates:  November 22, 1900

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  November 25, 1900

 Item — Box 22: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 19
Identifier: 02219001
Scope and Contents

Reed is concerned about his wife's health, but teases her. He discusses work at Keewaydin, and comments on their son's class rank.

Dates:  November 25, 1900

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  November 27, 1900

 Item — Box 22: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 21
Identifier: 02221001
Scope and Contents

Reed mentions the houses constructed at the experimental camp. He describes the experimentation methods and plans. He anticipates a trip to Keewaydin in May.

Dates:  November 27, 1900

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  April 21, 1879

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 35
Identifier: 01735001
Scope and Contents

Emilie Lawrence Reed and her young son, Walter Lawrence Reed, begin a trip east from Arizona.

Dates:  April 21, 1879

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  April 23, 1879

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 36
Identifier: 01736001
Scope and Contents

Reed waits for Mrs. Compton in order to accompany her to an Army post. He misses his wife and son, and asks his wife to hire a nurse for their son.

Dates:  April 23, 1879

Letter from Walter Reed to [Emilie Lawrence Reed],  April 26, 1879

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 37
Identifier: 01737001
Scope and Contents

Reed describes a trip to Santa Fe, New Mexico. He hears news of Emilie Lawrence Reed from a train conductor.

Dates:  April 26, 1879

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  April 29, 1879

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 38
Identifier: 01738001
Scope and Contents

Reed writes that he received her letter to him.

Dates:  April 29, 1879

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  April 30, 1879

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 39
Identifier: 01739001
Scope and Contents

Reed continues his trip back to Fort Apache, Arizona. He has not heard from her lately.

Dates:  April 30, 1879

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  May 6, 1879

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 40
Identifier: 01740001
Scope and Contents

Reed's trip to Fort Apache, Arizona continues. He describes a river crossing. Col. Compton, post commander, travels out to meet Reed and Mrs. Compton.

Dates:  May 6, 1879

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  May 15, 1879

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 41
Identifier: 01741001
Scope and Contents

Reed arrives at Fort Apache. He describes his house, and relays news of their friends. He studies Spanish.

Dates:  May 15, 1879

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  May 22, 1879

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 42
Identifier: 01742001
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Reed hopes that his wife's health improves. He offers news of colleagues at Fort Apache and hopes for an assignment back east. He has received no letter from her.

Dates:  May 22, 1879

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  May 25, 1879

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 43
Identifier: 01743001
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Reed describes a carriage ride. He responds to a letter from Emilie Lawrence Reed, giving her financial advice and offering news of acquaintances.

Dates:  May 25, 1879

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  May 31, 1879

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 44
Identifier: 01744001
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Reed describes enlisting Indian scouts and camping in the wilderness.

Dates:  May 31, 1879

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  June 3, 1879

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 45
Identifier: 01745001
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Reed writes that he appreciates Emilie Lawrence Reed's sacrifices. His son will be 18 months old on June 4, 1879. He sends his love and misses them.

Dates:  June 3, 1879

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  June 23, 1879

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 46
Identifier: 01746001
Scope and Contents

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence Reed. He offers news from the base. He is glad to hear that she is feeling better.

Dates:  June 23, 1879

Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed,  July 5, 1879

 Item — Box 17: Series uva-lib:2223908, Folder: 47
Identifier: 01747001
Scope and Contents

Reed has photographs of his wife and son, and asks if they remember him. He gives news of their acquaintances and his Spanish studies.

Dates:  July 5, 1879