Courtship
Found in 110 Collections and/or Records:
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, January 27, 1876
Reed writes of visitors to the Willet's Point base and his treatment of the sick.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, February 7, 1876
Reed describes sleigh rides he has taken with the ladies of the army base at Willet's Point. He teases Emilie Lawrence.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, February 11, 1876
Reed reiterates his devotion to Emilie Lawrence.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, February 16, 1876
Reed arranges a visit to Norfolk and Murfreesboro. He describes social events at the army base at Willet's Point.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, February 22, 1876
Reed writes Emilie Lawrence to expect his impending arrival
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, March 4, 1876
Reed misses Emilie Lawrence. He is thankful for the time spent with her.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, March 6, 1876
Reed visits a sick friend in Brooklyn. He was impressed with Baltimore on his trip home.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, March 9, 1876
Reed teases Emilie Lawrence that his finger was injured by her. He describes cases of measles at the base.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, March 13, 1876
Reed has not heard from Emilie Lawrence. He tells her he misses her, and reports on cases of measles at the base.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, March 20, 1876
Reed misses Emilie Lawrence. He resolves to be a better Christian.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, March 23, 1876
Reed teases Emilie Lawrence.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, March 28, 1876
Reed remarks on the ingratitude of patients. He informs Emilie Lawrence that he will be in a play.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, March 30, 1876
Reed studies Emilie Lawrence's French grammar. He assures her of his devotion. He visits Central Park, New York City.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, April 3, 1876
The Army post expects a visit from Gen. William T. Sherman and the Secretary of War. Reed anticipates his upcoming marriage to Emilie Lawrence.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, March 6, 1876
Reed describes the visit of dignitaries - including General William T. Sherman - to the post at Willet's Point.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, April 10, 1876
Reed awaits his new orders. His replacement has arrived.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, April 13, 1876
Reed is ordered to San Francisco. He will visit Emilie Lawrence with a “startling request.”
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie Lawrence Reed, January 3, 1901
Reed mentions the sixth case of experimental yellow fever, and that volunteers have gone thirty-five days without contracting yellow fever in the infected clothing test. He describes the condition of a yellow fever case and an experiment with blood injection.