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[Letter from Dick Hailey and C.L. Hailey to Dr. Vernon Spence and Mrs. Percy Jones - November 22, 1972]

Description: Letter begun by C.L. Hailey for Dr. Vernon Spence in 1914-1917, finished by his son, Dick Hailey in 1972, and sent to Mrs. Percy Jones, concerning Mrs. Jones' father, K.K. Legett. The original letter is typed on the back side of a legal document, with handwritten notes added by Dick Hailey.
Date: November 22, 1972
Creator: Hailey, Dick & Hailey, C. L.
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from H. K. Young to Mr. I. H. Kempner, December 22, 1954]

Description: Letter from H. K. Young to Mr. I. H. Kempner providing a list of requested addresses of Charles A. Wooten, Herbert Fitzpatrick, John M. Woods, Dr. James B. Bullitt, E. P. Coles, William H. Keister, William McC. Martin, Emmet Augustus Quarles, and Marion W. Ripy.
Date: December 22, 1954
Creator: Young, H. K.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Envelope from Mary Bartol Smith to Commander Xavier Martin Smith, May 22, 1944]

Description: Envelope from Mary Bartol Smith at the U.S. Naval Torpedo Testing Range in Piney Point, Maryland, to Commander Xavier Martin Smith at the George Mason Hotel in Alexandria, Virginia. A black ink stamp from Piney Point M.D. Torpedo Testing Range and a 3-cent United States postage stamp depicting a spread-wing eagle with the phrase "Win The War" are affixed to the top right corner.
Date: May 22, 1945
Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - February 22, 1944]

Description: Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mrs. Smith expresses her joy at receiving a letter from her husband and shares her plans to have his "dog tag" engraved with the correct information. She reflects on her recent trip to Boston, mentioning her weight loss and the ongoing physical difficulties she faces due to her exercises. Mrs. Smith also updates her husband on the news of their mutual friends' family losses and shares her fascination with… more
Date: February 22, 1944
Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - January 20, 1944]

Description: Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. Mrs. Smith expresses her concern about not having received any correspondence from her distant husband, wondering if his work has been overwhelming. She shares her struggles with restlessness and "unholy dreams" at night. She updates him on her recovery progress, having recently completed her longest walk with a cane and feeling much stronger. She also mentions Henry II's recent repair at the Yorktown garage and says she… more
Date: January 22, 1944
Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith - January 22, 1944]

Description: Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mrs. Smith shares her frustrations about the delay in receiving letters from her husband, attributing it to his remote location at 245. She provides an update on her health and mentions possibly traveling to California with Phyllis after her doctor gives approval, while also considering staying at Mrs. Studley’s rooms for future check-ups. Despite her plans, Mrs. Smith admits that nothing can replace her … more
Date: January 22, 1944
Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[Valentine Day Card from Mrs. Xavier Martin-Smith to Xavier Martin Smith, January 22, 1944]

Description: Valentines day card from Mrs. Xavier Martin Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. The cover of the card features a large red V with three morse dits in the shape of hearts on its left and a da on its right. In between the sides of the V is an illustration of a ship with planes flying around it. Above is text reading "To My 'Bluejacket' Valentine". Inside the card is another illustration of the ship and planes as well as a dog's head and a short rhyming poem. Beneath the poem is a h… more
Date: January 22, 1944
Creator: Martin-Smith, Mary Bartol
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[Valentine Day Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Commander Xavier Martin Smith, January 22, 1944]

Description: Valentine's Day card addressed to Commander Xavier Martin Smith from Mary Bartol Smith. The cover of the card has a large red "V" with a military ship and two aircrafts in the center. There is a title at the top right "To My "Bluejacket" Valentine." Inside the card is a love note from Mrs. Smith with another illustration of a ship and a dog. Also included is the envelope the card was sent in with two stamps featuring B-25 Bombers.
Date: 1944-01-22/1944-02-12
Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[Envelope from Xavier Martin Smith to Mary Bartol Smith, December 22, 1943]

Description: Envelope from Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith at the United States Naval Mine Assembly Depot No. 1, Navy No. 134, Fleet Post Office, San Francisco, California, to Mary Bartol Smith at the United States Naval Mine Depot in Yorktown, Virginia. This envelope was sent via air mail and features an orange embossed 6-cent U.S. Postage Via Air Mail design, along with a faded black stamp indicating that Naval censors have approved both this envelope and the enclosed contents.
Date: December 22, 1943
Creator: Smith, Xavier Martin
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

Excerpts From Letters

Description: Excerpts from letters by Xavier Martin Smith and Mary Bartol Smith between Christmas and New Years. Lt. Cmdr. Smith claims his Christmas is a day ahead of Mrs. Smith's and hopes she won't be lonely. He describes the holiday festivities at the naval base including a holiday party, someone dressed as Santa Claus, and Christmas caroling. After the party, Lt. Cmdr. Smith stayed up to attend Midnight Mass, he then remincising on previous masses in Yorktown. He tells Mrs. Smith he received cards from… more
Date: 1943-12-22/1943-12-30
Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol & Smith, Xavier Martin
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith, December 22, 1943]

Description: Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. In this letter, Mrs. Smith updates her husband about her cold and how she has been staying upstairs while her hair dries after shampooing. She shares her delight in the beautiful Christmas tree and holly that Virginia received and explains her plans to decorate the silver vase he sent with holly. She mentions that she had a visit from Commander Roach, who praised her husband’s knowledge of mines, and reflects on the quie… more
Date: December 22, 1943
Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[Envelope from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith, November 22, 1943]

Description: Envelope from Mary Bartol Smith at the Naval Mine Depot in Yorktown, Virginia, to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith at the United States Naval Mine Assembly Depot, Navy No. 134 Fleet Post Office in San Francisco, California. This envelope was sent via air mail and features four United States of America postage stamps affixed to the top edge of the envelope. Two of the four stamps are purple 3-cent postage stamps depicting a spread-wing eagle and the phrase, "Win The War." The other two s… more
Date: 1943-11-22/1943-12-05
Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith, November 22, 1943]

Description: Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. This letter shares an updates on Mrs. Smith's life, including a pleasant visit with the Aikens, news about Fran's baby girl being born, and her concerns regarding a TIME article related to mines and safety. She also describes the beauty of the local wildlife, including ducks and birds, and expresses a longing for her husband's return. The letter concludes with affection and a desire for her husband to come home.
Date: November 22, 1943
Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[Envelope from Xavier Martin Smith to Mary Bartol Smith, October 22, 1943]

Description: Envelope from Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith at Navy No. 134 Fleet Post Office in San Francisco, California, to Mary Bartol Smith in Norfolk, Virginia. This envelope was sent via airmail and features a red 6-cent airmail stamp depicting a flying B-25 bomber applied to the top right corner of the envelope upside down. A faded circular purple stamp indicates this envelope has been censored by the U.S. Navy.
Date: October 22, 1943
Creator: Smith, Xavier Martin
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[V-mail from Mary Bartol Smith to Xavier Martin Smith, October 22, 1943]

Description: Letter from Mary Bartol Smith to Lieutenant Commander Xavier Martin Smith. This letter recounts Mrs. Smith's journey to Norfolk aboard a ferry with Vince and Rosa. She expresses how much she misses her husband and feels odd without him. She mentions having receiving a letter from Dr. Smith Petersen, who is happy with her progress, and shares news about Larry Fuller's recent promotion to commander. Mrs. Smith shows her gratitude for the letter and check sent to Rosa, and looks forward to her hus… more
Date: October 22, 1943
Creator: Smith, Mary Bartol
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[Letter from Mabel Davidson to T. N. Carswell - January 22, 1942]

Description: A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Mabel Davidson, Lynchburg, Virginia, dated January 22, 1942. Davidson advises of her opinion regarding the real reason for Peggy Anne's discouragement. She describes a very, undesirable roommate and offers options for the situation to be remedied.
Date: January 22, 1942
Creator: Davidson, Mabel
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Honorable Discharge for Jack M. Aylesworth, July 22, 1937]

Description: Certified copy of Jack Aylesworth's honorable discharge stating that he has been honorably discharged from the United States Marine Corps after completing his four year enlistment. The discharge also includes a brief history of his service and remarks from officers.
Date: July 22, 1937
Creator: United States. Marine Corps.
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[Letter from L. M. Williams, Jr. to H. T. Staiti - September 22, 1930]

Description: Letter from Langbourne M. Williams to Henry T. Staiti discussing his acquaintance with Staiti. Williams thanks him for praising his articles concerning Abraham Lincoln and offers his hospitality in Virginia.
Date: September 22, 1930
Creator: Williams, Langbourne Meade, Jr.
Partner: Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park
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