Philosophy
Found in 104 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from the Chief Sanitary Officer to the Chairman of the Isthmian Canal Commission, April 24, 1905
The Chief Sanitary Officer requests that Shimer be assigned duty in the Sanitary Department.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, July 18, 1874
Reed plans to enter the U.S. Army Medical Corps, and gives his rationale. He describes his experiences in the city. He explains his later plans for marriage and his philosophy of life.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, August 12, 1874
Reed informs Lawrence that he is studying for the Medical Corps exam. He describes the exam, and offers his opinion of social engagements.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, September 17, 1874
Reed is exhausted from work. He plans a trip home. His step-mother is curious about his relationship with Emilie Lawrence. He critiques contemporary novels.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, November 23, 1874
Reed is worried that he may be writing Emilie Lawrence too frequently. He is sick but will persevere to take his medical exam.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, January 9, 1875
Reed expresses his love for his dispersed family, and notes that it has been one year since he met her. Reed will delay taking his medical exam.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, February 3, 1875
Reed writes that he misses her. Reed's step-mother is in Norfolk and may visit Murfeesboro - Emilie Lawrence's hometown. He has received his commission from Army Medical Corps.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, March 4, 1875
Reed professes his love to Emilie Lawrence, and looks forward to seeing her again.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, March 24, 1875
Reed discusses his future life in the Army and asks Emilie Lawrence to marry him.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, June 17, 1875
Reed expresses his devotion to Emilie Lawrence. News spreads of their engagement.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, July 1, 1875
Reed expresses his devotion to Emilie Lawrence. He admires her forgiving spirit, and writes her poetry. He writes to her mother to confirm their engagement, and reports that the photograph he had made of himself in uniform will be ready soon.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, July 25, 1875
Reed describes to Emilie Lawrence his trip to New York City on a steamer from Portsmouth, Virginia. He relates a story containing a lesson of married life.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, August 12, 1875
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.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, August 16, 1875
Reed reassures Emilie Lawrence of his devotion. He learns she is unhappy, but does not know why.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, August 19, 1875
Reed reassures Emilie Lawrence of his devotion. He admits that she has great influence over him.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, August 30, 1875
Reed remains devoted to Emilie Lawrence. He comments on a caricature she has drawn, which includes mosquitos.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, September 6, 1875
Reed reiterates his devotion to Emilie Lawrence. He describes errands in New York City and his responsibilities at Willet's Point Army Base.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, circa September 20, 1875
Reed teases Emilie Lawrence about writing. He reiterates his devotion to her, and makes plans to visit her.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, September 27, 1875
Reed describes his military responsibilities. He assures Emilie Lawrence that she is above all others in his heart.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, October 25, 1875
Reed takes a carriage ride to see the fall colors.