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Bartolomeo Vanzetti autographed letter signed to Cesare, [Charlestown], 7 October 1923

1 pp 1923

Expressing confidence in [William G.] Thompson but expecting Judge Webster Thayer to deny motion for new trial' fearing for the ill effects that a prolonged waiting will have on Nicola "[Sacco]; and about his intention to speak to the Judge at the forthcoming hearing on October 22. Translation: He is happy with the presentation by his lawyer, feels that all are in his favor, except Thayer and Katzmann. He is convinced that the judge will refuse motion asking for retrial. Others, American friends of Thompson family and Hill, think that new trial will be allowed., forced by evidence. If the judge denies the motion, we’ll have to wait two years for the Supreme Court of the United States to step in, and in the meantime the enemy will enjoy our suffering. Nicola is well; he is again in seclusion. Vanzetti is in prison work squad, enjoying work and air. Discusses possible strategies for his case. Thanks."

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Bartolomeo Vanzetti autographed letter signed to Charlotte Isabel Claflin, [Dedham], 18 April 1927

1 pp 1927

Thanking her for the Good Friday letter, on the symbolism of religions and beliefs and Sacco's and his own anarchist faith.

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Bartolomeo Vanzetti autographed letter signed to Comrades of the [Sacco-Vanzetti Defense Committee], [Charlestown], 21 November 1926

1 pp 1926

Referring to [Giovanni ?] Gambera, "Il Martello", [Carlo] Tresca, [La Gazzetta], Clarence Darrow, William G. Thompson, and the letter to Librado [Rivera], and "[Thomas F. ?] O'Connor. Translation: Says he is not pleased with the 13 November article by Gamberra and would like to se things before they are published. Talks about several articles in “La Gazzeta" and “The American." Comments on Darrow’s telegram and hopes for his help towards obtaining a new trial rather than his eventual contribution to the trial. Speaks of a letter to Librado, wrote to O’Connor about this letter to be published in “The Nation and the “Herald."

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Bartolomeo Vanzetti autographed letter signed to Elisa, Charlestown, 20 March 1921

1 pp 1921

Expressing concern for the health of his father, and for his family, and asking her family address where he may send more explicit letters to his sister Luigia. Translation: “You and your sisters must certainly know by now what has happened to me. Asks for their solidarity. “I often think of your... of your good mother... of other aunts and relatives. Asks her to help take care of his father’s health. Luigia has written of the death of Brunetti. This letter is full of warm concern for members of the family. Elisa should tell his sister that when she writes she should not mention names and not mention that she has received letters from Vanzetti. She does not want him to mention his political ideas “so as not to irritate papa; he explains why he does not want to comply, but so as not to upset papa he will send some letters to his sister via Elisa. Expresses optimism, though it will be several months after the second trial, 31 March, before he will be free. He is studying both math and English and is well physically; his morale is good. His family should not worry. He will write soon to Luigina. P.S. Send your exact address. Tell Luigina that the papers which write about me are mostly proletarian publications, and it’s better if father doesn’t see them.

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Bartolomeo Vanzetti autographed letter signed to Errico Malatesta, [Charlestown], 11 May 1924

1 pp 1924

Telling him that he has told his good friend [Virginia A. MacMechan] to visit him. Translation: Vanzetti asked a friend who will come to Italy to go to visit Malatesta. Asks him to excuse the imposition. Describes the woman. He has recommended her to “G and my family as well. Be kind to her."

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Bartolomeo Vanzetti autographed letter signed to Florio Margherita, [Charlestown], 7 October 1923

1 pp 1923

On his desire to read the work of Cesare Beccaria of Carrara. In Italian. Translation: He hopes that Margherita is kept up on events. He would like to study the works of Cesare Beccaria of Carrara. Nicola is better, but he is concerned for him. He doesn’t have much time right now to write further.

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Bartolomeo Vanzetti autographed letter signed to Gigi, [Charlestown], 11 May 1924

1 pp 1924

Wishing him well and sending [Virginia A. MacMechan] and [Miss Peabody] to visit him; and mentioning Osvaldo [Maraviglia]. Translation: Received news via Osvaldo: speaks with affection and concern of Gigi (whom he calls grande rebelle). It is important the Gigi go well, mentally and physically because Vanzetti needs him as a mentor and friend. Vanzetti has but two American women in touch with him (Gigi so that they would find out about true conditions in Italy. “I am fine, I am not losing courage."

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Bartolomeo Vanzetti autographed letter signed to Giovanni Pippan, Dedham, 28 June 1927

1 pp 1927

Thanking him and the Alieanza Antifascista of Chicago for name day telegram. Translation: Thanks for telegram, it gives him sense of their solidarity. “We’ll end up victorious in this small battle. To win we’ll have to fight hard. Encloses answer to another telegram.

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Bartolomeo Vanzetti autographed letter signed to Giuseppe (Joseph) Moro, [Charlestown?, 1 May 192-?]

1 pp 1920

Expressing sorrow and gloom.

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Bartolomeo Vanzetti autographed letter signed to Joseph Moro, [Charlestown], 19 December 1926

1 pp 1926

Sending correction and addition (a quote from an open letter by Willard L. Sperry) to an article to be published in "Protesta" or "L'Adunata [dei Refrattari]", and mentioning Raffaele [Schiavina].

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Bartolomeo Vanzetti autographed letter signed to Joseph Moro, [Charlestown], 3 October 1926

1 pp 1926

Acknowledging rescript of money sent by committee, referring to pens to be given to Morrow, Aldino Felicani, Errico Malatesta, and Frank Sibley, and mentioning visit from William G. Thompson. Translation: “Received on Saturday $10 sent by Committee. Let me know when Aldino sent the sum which I received in September and the amount. I’ll send you 4 ‘penne’ "[this means pens, may have different meaning here], one each for you, Aldino, Malatesta and Sibley. Spoke with Thompson yesterday, but nothing conclusive. My letter to the Committee reflects my nervousness when I don’t feel well supported. How is your little girl... ."

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Bartolomeo Vanzetti autographed letter signed to Lefevre Brini, [Charlestown, ca. 17 June 1922]

1 pp 1822

Giving fatherly advice.

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