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PPF 9 PRESIDENT'S PERSONAL FILE Gifts B Dec. 1941 7€ PPF900081 pet quiB December 26, 1941 My dear Mr. Brooks: Your letter of December nineteenth to the President has been received and I want to thank you, in his behalf, for your thought- ful courtesy in sending him a copy of the book- let, "Chips of Cheer". X P.P.7 9-B Your kind offer is very much appre- ciated and, if you wish to do so, you may for- ward the booklets direct to the Georgia Warm Springs Foundation at Warm Springs, Georgia. x411 Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY John Brooks, Jr., Esq., 1217 Washington Street, Columbia, South Carolina. get Ackd 12-26-41 December 19, 1941 for MISS TULLY ack GST in the "shut-ins" I am cover a copy of the 11 that we published in f our "shut-ins." Money for contributed by a number of firms, churches, and individuals and we sent to any "shut-in" that requested a copy, one of these booklets free of charge. ewr We will have about 100 copies left over and if you think that the boys and girls at Warm Springs, Georgia, would like a few copies, I will be more than happy to mail a few copies to them. I would appreciate it if you would let me know who to mail them to, and their address. I hope that you enjoy your copy and if you would like any more, we will be glad to send them to you. Yours very truly, ohn Brooks, Jr. Co-Editor Chips of Cheer 1217 Washington Street Columbia, South Carolina President Franklin D. Roosevelt White House Washington, D. C. e, Johnnis December 19, 1941 Jus Dear Mr. President: Knowing of your interest in the "shut-ins" I am enclosing under separate cover a copy of the booklet, "Chips of Cheer, 11 that we published in South Carolina for all of our "shut-ins." Money for this publication was contributed by a number of firms, churches, and individuals and we sent to any "shut-in" that requested a copy, one of these booklets free of charge. ewr We will have about 100 copies left over and if you think that the boys and girls at Warm Springs, Georgia, would like a few copies, I will be more than happy to mail a few copies to them. I would appreciate it if you would let me know who to mail them to, and their address. I hope that you enjoy your copy and if you would like any more, we will be glad to send them to you. Yours very truly, Brooks, Co-Editor Chips of Cheer 1217 Washington Street Columbia, South Carolina President Franklin D. Roosevelt White House Washington, D. C. from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. Chips of P.P.F. Cheer 9-B Live anking on behalf of the President, for their son. ewr sent to Hyde Park. Chips of Cheer POEMS BY P.F. JAMES EVANS QUICK AND OTHER POETS 9-B FIRST EDITION the President, for 1941 ew Edited by M. G. CHRISTOPHERSEN JOHN BROOKS, JR. are shut in, but the light is not Published by volume is af- ASHLEY PRINTING COMPANY dedicated. COLUMBIA, S.C. C. CAMPBELL First Baptist Church olumbia, S. C. at to Hyde P Angels W alk in the Moonlight Angels walk in the moonlight, Angel spirits of sleep, Angel bringers of dreams; Out of the dark and the deep Their beauty like moonrise gleams; F. To silver music they move, Angel spirits of love. PO Angels walk in the moonlight From bournes of mysteries, Across the fields in flower, L Beneath the glimmering trees, Coming with healing power; e President, With voices of sweetest strain, Like bird-songs in the rain. Angels walk in the moonlight, Tender, compassionate, wise; Love is the song that they sing Under night's violet skies; Rest is the gift that they bring, And reconcilement serene For joy that might have been. Angels walk in the moonlight, Closing the eyes that weep; They soothe the brow of care And calm the pulse's leap; Hushing the heart's despair, They sing to the thwarted will, "Peace, be still, be still.". ARCHIBALD RUTLEDGE EVANS QUICK PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. Don't e novel bank to the President, from Hawaii The Lucky Shut-In A Job To Do The shut-ins are the lucky folks, When a brain is lying idle, With nothing much to do Or a hand is unemployed; Except to make the well folks laugh When there's talent unawakened, When they are feeling blue. And a mind that is annoyed; There's a sentence very simple, They've naught to do but lie around Full of smile instead of sob, In bed or chair or cot, And I've often thrilled to hear it, And tho they may have lots of pain Just these words, "I've got a job." ewr They gripe about it not. I have seen the light of triumph The world needs both the strong and Flood an honest, troubled face weak Into face of hope and courage; To carry out it's PLAN, And I've seen both youth and grace And all will work out for the best Jump into a jaded body If each does what he can. When a heart was sad and blue Just because of simply knowing So brighten up the corner where There was still a job to do. Your smiling face may show, Then others will transport the cheer There's a job for everybody, Wherever they may go. For the feeble, for the strong. Every living person's needed For shut-ins are the lucky folks To help move the world along. With nothing much to do, Let us seek to find the service Except to cheer the well folks up That is here for me, for you-- When they are feeling blue. Somewhere in this scheme of living JAMES E. QUICK We shall find a job to do. JAMES E. QUICK The man who is possessed of this excellent frame of mind (cheerfulness) is not only This world is not so bad a world easy in his thoughts, but a perfect master of As some would like to make it; all the powers and faculties of his soul. But whether good or whether bad -Addison. Depends on how you take it. (2) (3) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. e novel bank to the President, from Hawaii Dan't Etiquette For Me, Your Mother These here new and fancy dishes I know that you will be That they teach our girls to make A noble boy for me; In home economic classes And speak the truth each day Always give me stomach-ache. In all you do and say. They can take a leaf of lettuce, Stick it in a hunk of dough, And when your hope is past And they call that dandy eating, Let faith bring strength to last; But I claim they just don't know. New hope that never dies, ewr Now I may be plumb old-fashioned, But seeks an unseen prize. But I claim there's nothing born That can make you glad you're living "Tis being, not seeming, On a cold and frosty morn; And doing, not dreaming There's no food more filled with power That brings the true reknown, To provide a snap and hop, And earns the victor's crown. Than those piping hot wheat biscuits And molasses there to sop! Our hands will soon be numb, Our lips will soon be dumb, Boy! That's when I lose my manners For time flies on its way, I just pour it in the plate, And life's too short to stray. And I grab a fluffy biscuit, Be brave when tests you meet, And the chase is simply great. Take them to Jesus' feet; When I get a morsel cornered He'll guide your way yet still, And convey it to my mouth And teach you His own will. In the only way that's fittin' To eat 'lasses in the South. His will is taught with love Let 'em print the rules for eating, And wisdom from above- And revise the recipe. To love as Christ loves thee None of fork and spooning business Then Heav'n is yours to see. Is quite good enough for me, LAURESTON BERRY And the world may pause to giggle While I sit at my repast, A THOUGHT But I'm going to sop 'lasses It isn't how much I may do, but whether I Just as long as biscuits last! do what I can well. I had rather be a small JAMES E. QUICK success than a big failure. (4) (5) PERREIRA, Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bonk Happiness Our Boy It does not always take money He's a mighty heap of trouble, To bring one real happiness. Is that boy that we adore; The poor folks are the happiest Always getting into mischief, I've found, and I confess Throwing things around the floor. for I ain't lookin' for no fortune Gets his hands all black and greasy, With its worries and its woes. Always where he shouldn't be, I just want that thrill of glory But he's worth a million dollars That the happy person knows. To his Ma and me. ewr I've seen couples blessed with riches, Our child has many tantrums, Jewels, luxury, sedans; In their hands seemingly holding Frets and whines and cries a sight. I have walked the floor for hours Every least desire of man. But their hearts were sore and worried, When he couldn't sleep at night. In their lives an unfilled gap, But when across the room he toddles, Tries to climb upon my knee, For the wife would only mother Then he's worth a million dollars A toy puppy on her lap. To his Ma and me. I have seen a crude log cabin With a cracked and sagging door, He has broken grandma's glasses, And a bunch of kids just fightin' Torn the hands right off the clock, Like th' dickens on the floor; Swallowed safety pins and buttons, And the wife was tired, but smiling, Ate the toe right off my sock; And the husband in good cheer When we'd like to show his sweetness, Could just whistle lusty challenge Stubborn, cross and mean is he, On the frosty-morning air. But he's worth a million dollars To his Ma and me. So while I ain't cravin' riches, I ain't prayin' to be poor. Oftentimes when I am worried, I'd just like a sort of blendin' Tired out with cares of day, Of the two about my door. That is when he wants to frolic, And of course there'd be a puppy And I bid him go away. Just a-rompin with th' boys. When upon the floor he rattles It takes quite a lot of plannin' Pans, and gives a lusty shout, To fill life with greatest joys. That is when I stamp and holler, JAMES E. QUICK "Mother, take this youngun out!" (6) (7) PERREIRA, Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. H-rde Park. Then I sort of get to thinking Spring Fever What if those sweet lips were hushed, And I never heard the laughter I know that Spring is drawing near Of my baby, as he rushed When heavy flannel underwear Toting kisses from his mother Begins to feel an excess weight, To the lips of his old Dad And tickles SO I simply hate Then I feel quite mean and little For folks to see me scratching so. For the selfishness I've had. (I ain't got what they're thinking, tho!) for Down I throw the evening paper, Rush to find my darling child, I know that Spring is coming soon. And I see he has forgotten-- Each night I gaze up at the moon I can tell that by his smile--- And in his stead I see a girl, The sweetest Miss in all the world. ewr Then I take him to my bosom, Hold him tight as tight can be, She puts my heart into a stir, For he's worth a million dollars And I sing sweet love songs to her! To his Ma and me! JAMES E. QUICK Spring jumped right in the door it seems, Now Ain't It? For I have started dreaming dreams Of blondes, red-heads, and brunettes. It's sort of nice to lie in bed I never think of what regrets And play like you are almost dead, I'd have if dreams should come to life, And have a nurse to rub your head, And I should find I have a wife! Now ain't it? Your friends will come and fill the room JAMES E. QUICK With big bouquets of flowers bloom. IN THE SPRING It's just all color and perfume, Now ain't it? "In the spring a fuller crimson comes You do not have one thing to do, upon the Robin's breast; And have no time for feeling blue. In the spring the wanton Lapwing gets That bed is just a throne for you, himself another crest; Now ain't it? And tho I know you'd never tell, "In the spring a livelier iris changes on Quite all too soon you will be well. the burnished dove; Say being sick is mighty swell, In the spring a young man's fancy Now ain't it? lightly turns to thoughts of love." JAMES E. QUICK -ALFRED TENNYSON (8) (9) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. Livin' Recipe Ain't so healthy, strong and stout, But I'm livin'. What does it take to make real life? Ain't got no legs to brag erbout, The answer I don't know. But I'm livin'. I've heard it said it takes a wife, There're many things I cannot do, But I don't think that's so, A lot of joys I never knew, For I've seen men and women, too, But I am glad, for why be blue, Who'd married once or twice, Ain't I livin'? And judging by the things they do r Their lives are not SO nice. Altho I'm sitting in a chair, I'm still livin'. I think it takes a little joy, And all around me everywhere And little bits of pain--- ewr Folks are livin'. A little sunshine to employ So I just do my best to try The use of drops of rain---- And cheer the throng that passes by, A little worry here and there For while I've got an "ear and eye" I'm still livin'. To keep our courage pure; A little sorrow and a care I never try to give advice To teach us to endure. While I'm livin', But don't you think it would be nice A little help that we may need, While you're livin', And someone near to lend it. That when some tear-jerker drops in A little cash untouched by greed, And tons of sob-stuff tries to spin, And know just where to spend it. To kick such devils out ag'in, A lot of kindness in each thought And keep livin'? For those with whom we travel JAMES E. QUICK This mixture rightly sifted ought To help real life unravel! Salvation JAMES E. QUICK The night of all nights has passed. The sun in its glory shines. Victory comes to crown man at last, "Good temper, like a sunny day, sheds a And the Night fades from sight. brightness over everything."-Washington MILDRED BAKER, R. N. Irving. (10) (11) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. B Park. Smile June When you sit around all gloomy, Just dreaming all the while, June! With it's golden moon It will make you feel much better And Roses. If you don't forget to smile. Brides! With their handsome grooms And Posies. A smile is always welcomed, Lovers! In the bright moonlight, And will win you many friends. Rubbing Noses. No matter what your burdens are, Marriage! And the fights begin, ent, for Keep smiling to the end. Then Divorces! June! And the honeymoon We all must have our troubles, And Kissing. ewr But the soldier brave and true A week, then a meal undone, Puts his cares all behind him, Husband missing. And always comes smiling thru. Months, and the life humdrum Progressing. This world is big and beautiful, A year, and the babies come, With many things to see. A Blessing! God gave us many pretty things To help us smiling be. June with all romance gone, But happy, The grass may seem to greener grow Nervous wife, tasks left undone, Upon my neighbor's lawn, Getting Scrappy. But mine is just as beautiful, Roses; Never notice them, So I can smile at home. Seem SO Frappy. Prattle: "Now get out of here, Now when you get discouraged, Or I'll slap ye." Keep thinking all the while, JAMES E. QUICK "My God has made this world for me; I must not forget to smile." I'd rather have pneumonia, ISABELLE ADAMS I'd rather have a tumor, I'd rather have most anything- The best time to hold on is when you reach Than have no sense of humor. the point where the average fellow would quit. The most manifest sign of wisdom is con- (12) tinued cheerfulness. (13) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii Life Needs The Puller It Is Christmas If I couldn't be a puller, Then I'd never try to kick, It is Christmas. Sweetly I hear For the chronic old fault-finder The sound of bells on morning air. Has forever made me sick. A message old they seek to bring If I cannot be a builder, With hope and cheer in every ring. I don't want to help tear down Is some great statesman passing by, All the other fellow's efforts, His presence metal tongues to cry? And just scatter them around. Ah no. It is the natal morn Of Jesus, the first Christian born. If I can't be a commender, It is Christmas. And I have heard I will surely just refrain A thousand carols, and fluent word My lips from spreading gossip Of priest and lawyer eagerly That may bring somebody pain. Stand side by side in eulogy. Every road has some mud-puddles The rich man pauses for a day ewr Where the wheels of fortune stick, And casts the thoughts of world away. And life needs a mule that's pulling, The poor in humble, sordid haunts Not a mule to balk and kick. Are joyous despite all their wants. JAMES E. QUICK It is Christmas. And a billion lights Have cast their rays upon the night. Our God Around the gilded Christmas tree The children gather merrily O how precious is our God To claim the wagons, dolls and carts Who never will forsake us; Which warm their young and childish He my balm has always been, hearts. His healing robe is with me still. Full baskets to the poor have gone, Praise be to God, our Father. And souls in thankfulness have shown. Heavenly Peace in Him I know, It is Christmas. And as I see And the breezes bring me knowledge The joy it brings SO fiittingly, Of the Loving God I know. I wonder why we soon forget "My all I lay upon the altar", The spirit of the day, and let Just as Job did long ago. Our lives drift back into the things "Tho He slay me I will serve Him," That care, regret and sorrow brings. Let me live and die in Christ. It's Christmas. In the joy I own, MILDRED BAKER, R. N. I wonder why it should pass SO soon. JAMES E. QUICK (14) (15) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. Those Behind Abou Ben Adhem There may be little I can do, While just a stranger passing through, Abou Ben Adhem (may his tribe increase) ! That will glorify my name; Awoke one night from a deep dream of Or leave it in the Hall of Fame. peace, And saw, within the moonlight, in his room, But I can try with all my might Making it rich, and like a lily in bloom, To do the things I know are right, An angel writing in a book of gold: And leave the path that I must wend Exceeding peace had made Ben Adhem bold: A little smoother for my friend. And to the presence in the room he said, "What writest thou?" The vision raised its The joy I find I'll not withhold, for Head, As the miser does his gold, And with a look made of all sweet accord, I'll share them with all those I meet; Answered, "The names of those who love the And then for me they'll be more sweet. Lord," And as life's mountain I must climb, "And is mine one?" said Abou. "Nay, not ewr I'll think of those who come behind, so," And strive to make my foot-prints true; Replied the angel. Abou spoke more low, So they will be a help to you. But cheerily still, and said, "I pray thee, then, Wealth and fame they matter not, Write me as one that loves his fellow-men." But after I have been forgot, The angel wrote and vanished. The next I pray some word or deed of mine night Will light the way for those behind. It came again, with a great wakening light, MAYME SILVER And showed the names whom love of God had blest, A THOUGHT And lo! Ben Adhem's name led all the rest. No matter how helpless you may be or how unimportant a part you may seem to A THOUGHT occupy in the world's affairs, there is an Success in any venture is composed of open door of service somewhere waiting for nine-tenth mind desire. A physical handi- you. Perhaps you have looked for it SO long cap does not necessarily contribute to im- you have lost hope and courage. Keep your pairment of the brain. State of mind eyes open, for it may lie where you least ex- governs endeavor; endeavor brings success, pect to fiind it. The open door is there, and and a successful ditch-digger is just as if you do not walk through, you can blame necessary to world progress as the success- ful banker. no one but yourself. (16) (17) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. Feeling Good Inside Moments I'm a sort of funny fellow Moments of happiness come to us all- As regards what's good, or bad, Moments of sweetness, moments of gall. And I have peculiar notions Moments of laughter, moments of tears, Of the things that make one glad. Moments of courage, moments of fears; If I've got a true religion Moments of comforts, moments of pain, That will prove its worth when tried Moments of loss and moments of gain; No one needs to ever ask me Moments of freedom, moments of care, When I'm feeling good inside. Moments of hopelessness and despair. I just like to be a fellow Who can pass around good cheer, Moments of hatred often will prove lent, for And help circulate some laughter Moments preceding moments of love. That will last all through the year. Moments confusing, hard to abide, I don't want one day of glory Moments SO easy to fully decide. Moments of anger, moments of fret, With the balance dull and dried, But I like to keep on smiling Moments lived in remorse and regret; ewr 'Cause I'm feeling good inside. Moments of seconds, moments of hours, Moments of weeds and moments of flowers. When I find a special blossom On my road of happiness, Moments when friends are needed SO near- I just seem to want to share it Moments when solitude is ever SO dear. With some friend that it might bless, Moments when tongue revels in talk, For the heart will be made bigger Moments when voice continues to balk. When you see a fellow's pride Whatever my moments in living may be, At the little things you offer I want to give each the best that's in me, When you're feeling good inside. Trying each moment to worthily spend, The God which I am serving Not knowing what moment my moments Doesn't want me sad and blue. shall end. I might scare someone from service JAMES E. QUICK Who could some great service do. So I never try at preaching, A THOUGHT But I let the world decide Only a heart that has been broken can By my actions whom I'm serving Fully understand the broken heart. When I'm feeling good inside. Only eyes that have tears shedded, JAMES E. QUICK Know when tears are due to start. (18) (19) PERRETRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. P.P. A Difference Mother I watched them in their courting days As they would ride about. She is love in its Divinity, I well could see how close they sat, Bravery at its bravest. And how he'd help her out. She is virtue in its purity, I've seen them parked beside the lake Beauty in its glory. On nights when moon did shine, She is faith at its strongest, And never did those sweethearts fuss, And tenderness at its sweetest. Their love was too Divine. She is the spirit of gladness, ewr I see them now in married life The flower of compassion. Pass this abode of mine; She's a Gibraltar of guidance The husband now sits up in front And a lamb of devotion. While wifey sits behind. She is the acme of inspiration, And I can hear his angry voice And a haven of peace. Ring out as past they roam, She is influence for right, "I surely could enjoy this ride Protector against wrong. If you had stayed at home!" She is the giver of hope, As I sit here and look on lives And a shield from despair. Of those who court and wed, Her love is elastic, I think I'll never wed at all, Yet stronger than steel, But court always instead. For God made her For sweetheart days SO full of bliss, For a Mother! And romance, and delight JAMES E. QUICK Need nothing but a marriage vow To start a life-long fight! DIAMONDS Diamonds are only chunks of coal that stuck JAMES E. QUICK to their jobs, you see; The meeting, it was sudden; If they'd petered out, as most of us do, where The parting, it was sad; would the diamond be? She gave her young life meekly, It isn't the fact of making a start, it's the The only one she had. sticking that wins the day; She sleeps beneath the willows, It's the fellow who knows not the meaning of Peacefully resting now; fail, but hammers and hammers away. But that's what always happens, Whenever you think you've come to the end, When a freight train meets a cow. and you're beaten as bad as bad can be, (20) Remember that diamonds are chunks of coal that stuck to their jobs, you see! (21) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. e novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. P.P.F. It Is A W oman Rainy Day Who was it started this thing we call I kinda like the peace and quietness life? Of a springtime rainy day You're right. It was a woman. When the folks are lying sleeping, Who was the cause of all turmoil and And the hired man gone away. strife? I want to sit right still and listen You're right. It was a woman. To the voices of the rain She snatched us poor men from the ewr As it whispers little stories gardens of peace, Softly through the window pane. She put us in work that never does cease- There's a notice from a neighbor And now who laughs and does as she That his grass is growing SO pleases? I should soon return his mower You're right. It is a woman! That was borrowed months ago. There's a whisper from a distance Who has a tongue nobody can still? That it might seem justly right You're right. It is a woman. If I'd answer a friend's letter Who makes demands that no man can Ere is passed another night. fill? You're right. It is a woman. Rainy days are much like troubles, The more that you earn the more she But like troubles they possess can spend. Powers that may seem oppressive, She cries and she pouts; her wants have But eventually they bless. no end. Happy hearts are always happy Who will mistrust a very best friend. Just because they have felt pain, You're right. It is a woman! And the brightest rays of sunlight Who is it filled with pride and deceit? Always come right after rain. You're right. It is a woman. So I like the peace and quietness Who is good, bad and sour and sweet? Of a springtime rainy day You're right. It is a woman. When a fellow can be lazy She will prove true beyond any doubt, And just dream the time away. And she will prove false, all faithfulness I want to sit right still and listen flout- To the voices of the rain But who is it man just can't do without? Telling of the warmth and beauty You're right. It is a woman! Soon the sun will bring again. JAMES E. QUICK JAMES E. QUICK (22) (23) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. e bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. P.P.F. Meetin' Time Farmer Boy Nigger folks cain't do no washin', I'm jes' a plain old farmer boy, Ain't got time fer sich ez dat. But I have learned some things. Ain't got time ter do no cookin' I trod the furrow 'hind a mule, Jes ter keep white folkses fat. And I still bear the stings Bells is ringin' fer de meetin', From brogan shoes; and I can laugh Preacher shore is doin' fine; When city folks come out---- ewr Lot o' younguns gittin' 'ligon--- The things they don't know 'bout the Bless de Lawd! Hits meetin' time! farm Cain't be stud'in' 'bout de cotton Jes' makes me prance and shout. Gittin' white out in de fiel's. Too much singin', too much shoutin', There was a lass, a cute brunette, Too much dancin' on de heels. Who'd never chewed on cane. Parson savin' heaps o' sinners, She thought a cow must blow her horns, Dressin' dem in robes o' white; That rain-frogs made the rain. Jes cain't miss a single sarmon, She vowed a walnut must just be Got ter go ter church tonite. A man who could not dance, And thought a bachelor-button would Got ter buy grease fer my chilluns, Hold up a fellow's pants. Straigthen out dey kinky hair; Dey is gwiner do sum courtin', I guess if I should leave th' farm Kaze de boys is all out dere. And to the city go, Boys is watchin' fer de filly The folks up there would laugh at me What kin cut de bigges' shine--- And all that I don't know. Some my gals must ketch a feller I know I would not be a hit Durin' dis camp meetin' time. At parties, tea, and balls, Nigger folks air pow'ful busy, But I can surely strut my stuff Ain't got time ter worry none. When wearin' over-alls! Done fergit de war is comin', JAMES E. QUICK Ain't no cloud ter hide de sun. Nigger's prayin' wid his brudder, Most of the shadows of this life are caused Heavy heart would be a crime--- by standing in our own sunshine.-Emerson. Sorta reckon nigger's heaven Is all made at meetin' time. A friend is one who knows all about you JAMES E. QUICK and loves you just the same. (24) (25) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. Tribute To W omen hat A Man I like to play ball with th' kids, He ain't nothin' much to look at, And go a-fishing, too. And 'tis true he's never had Indeed, I like most anything The tailors out to hunt him That other people do. As a model for an ad. I like the snows in winter-time, Movie stars have never chased him In summer to go swimmin', As a prospect for the stage, But if you ask what I like most, But with women, pretty women, I reckon it is women! He is just a perfect rage. It must be because he's modest, The earth may have its lofty trees, For he's never known to brag, Its fragrant herbs and flowers; And he'd rather sit and listen Great buildings may point to the sky Than to hear his own tongue wag. A thousand windowed towers. He just smiles and softly whispers, The brooks may sparkle on their way, With his lip in cynic curl, And lakes with fish be brimmin', That she is a perfect creature, But I still think that nature's best And the one and only girl. Was all made into women. He is never liked by menfolks, Now I don't know just where I'll go For he always beats their time, When from this world I've fluttered. And he they'd gladly murder If it wasn't such a crime; We shall be judged by what we've done, By what we've thought and uttered. But the ladies all protect him But when I reach the Judgment Gate, Anywhere that he may go. The slim, the tall, the stout ones My hopes will sure be dimmin' Want him for a gigilo. Unless the place where I am sent Is full of pretty women! He's a homely guy in winter, JAMES E. QUICK He's still uglier when it's hot, But men would spend a fortune To obtain just what he's got, And I know the world will wonder Wives and daughters all remind us Who this super-man could be. We must make our little pile; I would never dare to tell you, And, departing, leave behind us But it sounds a lot like me! Cash for them to live in style. JAMES E. QUICK (26) (27) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. e novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. Keep Pulling Just Me When your travel on the highway I'm just a crippled shut-in, Has become almost a fear, Can't even walk a step, And you've stalled upon the hillside But shucks! Why should I worry? With your engine out o'gear, I still have lots of pep. Never let yourself roll backward And consider life a flop; I can visit many places, If you only keep on pulling For I go in thought, you see, You are bound to reach the top. I see the sights and wonders That are very sweet to me. It's sort o'hard to keep on smiling When your going has bogged down, I know I'll never walk again, But you can find a helping lever But 'tis no use to pout. If you only search around. I'll not complain about my lot, It may take a lot of sweating For no one likes a grouch. Your true worth to ever prove, Some people stop to ask me, But if you only just keep pulling "How can you wear a smile?" Something sure is bound to move. I tell them it is easy When you're traveling all the while. Life is not all made of winning, For we often have to lose If I should sit and worry Ere we know the sense of value Would I gain anything? And the way 'tis best to choose. You're mighty right, I wouldn't, So there ain't no sense in kicking, So why not sit and sing? And no sense in playing dead, For the fellow who keeps pulling I like to meet strange people, Is the guy that gets ahead. And like to meet the friend JAMES E. QUICK Who talks about the outside world, And not the poor shut-in. As soon as a man has learned how to make I wish that everyone could get a good living by working, he tries to make a As much from life as I. better living without working and the losses They can, if they will travel on, from his speculations compel him to go back For they can do who try. to work. ISABELLE ADAMS (29) (28) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. To My Shut-In Friends Christmas Thoughts As you lie abed on pillows white, You reign there like a king. Ah, it's great to think of Christmas Your nurses kind and so polite, With its shouting and its noise; Never let you want a thing. With its colored lights and tinsel And its gaily painted toys. You know you are a lucky guy Still I like to think of childhood, Even tho you may be sick; Since I've come to be a man, You have someone to stand close by Of when Ma did Christmas cooking To do your bidding, quick. And would let me lick the pan. So just you stay right there and rest Until you are well and strong. All day long the fragrant odors For each of you is needed here Held us near the kitchen door, To help this world along. Where Ma stirred and poured the batter For a dozen cakes or more. LUCILLE BARNETTE She was cooking for a house full, And we young uns thought it grand My Request To be first there when she'd finish And Ma'd let us lick the pan. It's not a smoother path I ask That I may walk with ease; Sure we knew there'd be full plenty Just give me strength to walk aright Cake for all just laid away, The path Thou givest me. But it seemed a long time waiting I ask not for more beauty, Lord, For the coming Christmas day. On which to feast my eye; So we peered into the window, Just give to me a vision clear Watched each move of mother's hand For the beauty that is nigh. As she finished up each frosting And would let us lick the pan. I ask not fame nor riches, Lord; Just teach me how to live Yes, it's great to think of Christmas In love and gratitude to Thee With the cheer it always brings; For the blessings Thou dost give. With its many friendly wishes Just give me courage, Lord, to smile And the songs its coming brings. When the sky above is gray, But somehow I miss those hours And grace to sing a little song In my childhood Christmas plans O'er the roughest of my way. When Ma'd finish up the baking MAYME SILVER And would let us lick the pans. (30) (31) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. - bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. Christmas day will bring its glory Autumn Days Of a table heaping high With a load of garnished dishes This is a beautiful day, sweetheart, That will please the hungry eye, When I should be happy and content. But there's ever something missing Everything speaks of Nature's glory, That no thing has brought or can--- Summer's gone, autumn in its foliage. "Tis for Ma to finish baking And just let me lick the pan. Silence is heavy. You love no more! JAMES E. QUICK Happy I cannot be when I adore Your presence, your voice and your Easter touch. I want them still as they used to be. Today, Dear Lord, we humbly bow Before Thy shrine of victory, Often I feel that I should be glad Our hearts exultant in Thy strength To see you marching the other way, To prove Thineself in bursting free And things you swore when you were The gates of death; and having won, near To guide the stumbling feet of men Seem like a distant fairy story. Forever on. Today, Dear Lord; the gleaming sun Time flies on. It cannot be long That hid his face from Thy shame; Before we are again together. The sun that heard Thy mother's voice Autumn days should be pleasant now, When first she whispered Thy name; And happiness could come again with That sun is beaming forth again you. In all its flaming eagerness I wish I could read your heart To put new life in human things When I find myself here weeping; And give Thine earth an Easter dress. But perhaps I would be sadder still If in your heart my eyes could see. How can there be a heavy heart When every beauty Thou hast made These were our days, sweetheart, Beckons from each hill and dale And memories are awakening--- From every lawn and field and glade. I want you as you used to be. The world may have its lusting tyrants For you my heart is breaking! Who glory in their venom's sting, But why should men SO fearful be, GERTRUDE GOZA TAYLOR Knowing Thou are still The King. JAMES E. QUICK (32) (33) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. - bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. My Desire He that's been drenched has his heart opened wide I want to do something to make a heart To those who walk in the rain. glad Each day that I live in this world. JAMES E. QUICK I want to help brighten the paths that are sad And clear where the serpents lie curled. For the serpents of worry, and the ser- Christmas Dreams ents of care, When Christmas comes And the serpents of want and decay Will frighten the bravest into despair, My thoughts go back Unless someone drives them away. To a cabin in the long ago Where a family of ten I want to keep smiling as long as I live, Were so happy then, For smiles are the world's greatest And eight stockings need. Were hung in a row. I'll not expect more than I'm willing to give, But soon we grew up And "Helpfulness" I want for my To big girls and boys, creed. And the stockings were I want to encourage, I want to com- Few on the wall: mend Soon to our surprise While life tries me as a host- We opened our eyes, I only want to be a good friend To find no stockings at all. To those who need a friend most. How I'd like to go back I don't want my path to always be free To that little shack Of obstacles, brambles and turns. In the happy long ago, I'm willing that troubles and cares bring And with Dad and Mother, to me My sisters and brothers, The anguish the human heart learns. Hang my stocking For he who has sorrowed, and he who Again in the row. has cried, MAYME SILVER And he who has been scorched by pain, (34) (35) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. - novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. I Didn't Have Time Let's Pretend I didn't have time in my hurry today There's a sort of magic carpet To smile on the folks that I met. Which all people may possess, I failed to kiss someone as I rushed And it takes them anyplace they wish away, to go. And caused her to worry and fret. I have ridden upon it often, I didn't have time to say "Howd'y'do", And I happily confess Or note that the weather was fine. That I found a wealth of treasures in Tomorrow I planned all these things to the show. do, But today I didn't have time. You may be all lying helpless, In a bed or in a chair, I didn't have time to stop with a friend And your hopes may to the lowest ebb descend, Who needed the help I could bring. I didn't have time an hour to spend But just climb upon the carpet Where lonesomeness had left its sting. Where you're never charged a fare, I didn't have time to visit the sick, And be wafted to the land of let's pre- tend. Or write the sorrowed a line. "Tomorrow", I said, "or maybe next There you'll find clear crystal fountains, week." And the flowers all in bloom, But today I didn't have time. And no handicap can hold you anymore, For it is the land where dreamers I didn't have time. What puny excuse With their sweetest dreamings come, We've taught neglect to employ; And your friends all gladly greet you at A phrase universal in its abuse, the door. It kills much laughter and joy. When we have trodden life's final mile "Tis a land with earth forgotten, And stand all besmirched with its Land of romance, land of play, grime, Land where hearts sad and broken come Will God close the Gate and say with a to mend; smile, It's a land that's never crowded, "Remember? You didn't have time." Where you're never turned away From the happy, magic garden, let's JAMES E. QUICK pretend. JAMES E. QUICK (37) (36) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. e novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. Bigger Than You Resolutions It isn't SO much in the words you may say, I have made some resolutions As it is in the deeds that you do As I make them every year, To steady a neighbor who's plodding the And the list looks quite imposing way Over trails unbroken and new. On the new page lying there. A fool can babble, and a fool can shout, Some items may look confusing, And a fool can make himself heard, But if I can get some aid But the wisest are known far and about I don't think I'll be regretting By actions rather than word. Any resolve I have made. It isn't SO much the size of the task I'm going to steal some fellow's girl As it is how the job is performed. Each time I find I can, It isn't SO much the sins of your past As it is how much you've reformed. And just as much as possible A fellow may sing, and a fellow may I'll be a ladies man. pray, I'll only call on married men And a fellow may sit in the choir, When they are gone away, But often the tramp who sleeps on the And I'll confine my poet's muse hay To just a poem a day. May mumble a plea that goes higher. So it isn't worthwhile to boast of the To every girl that I propose peak I'll tell the same old line, You've reached on the mount of That she is lovely, sweet and pure, success A thing almost divine. Where men your opinions often may And should the world decree me bad, seek What care I if it should And your control and power confess. It isn't quite wise to boast of your size, It seems to me one cannot find Or glory too much in acclaim, Much fun in being good! For every man, in somebody's eyes, JAMES E. QUICK Looks and acts rather lame. JAMES E. QUICK (38) (39) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. e novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. Love Smile True love is but that priceless thing When a day becomes SO dreary That makes sing. us dance, and laugh, and That the sun won't come up bright, And your heart is full of troubles Lifts high above the mundane sphere That nothing will seem to right, And builds a heaven for us there. Here's a never failing tonic Love costs not ought of earthly wage. That will fix you up in style--- It needs not mansion for a stage, If you think of something funny, But often thru the hedge-row darts And smile. With loads of cheeer for lonesome There are days when all the neighbors hearts. Seem to fail you once again, r And you feel forgot and lonesome Love brings the maiden into bloom; With your worries and your pain, Builds hut or castle into home. But it braces up your courage, It breeds the deeds of greatest worth, And 'twill beat a frown a mile Conceives and bears good deeds to birth. If you think of something funny, And smile. The earth and sea and sky above, The winds, the trees are thoughts of You will find no good in whining, love. For it scares your friends away, Within the grass on which we trod And your clouds of fretting anguish There is God's love, and Love is God. May for others mar the day, So you'll get a heap of pleasure Then let us love the while we live, When you give yourself the trial A love sincere that we may give If you think of something funny, A helping hand where'er we can And smile! To prove we love our fellowman. JAMES E. QUICK The days are fair, the sky more blue Because of my great love for you. Respect Each storm brings forth the treasure I crave not a bit for the wealth of the ships, land, Cargoes of kisses for your lips. Nor lust for its foibles and vice. JAMES E. QUICK I'd rather extend a strong helping hand No matter how great be the price. (40) (41) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. e bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. I care fame, not for plaudit and laurels of Little Things We Do No power or throne I select. This old world admires a winner, I only desire an unspotted name, And her tongues will ever praise A man that men can respect. Heroic deeds that mark her progress, Perhaps it will be on life's lettered slate Deeds that cast their shining rays I may write some word to offend. Upon some individuals, Unwitting hate I may cause the furnace of And sometimes we lose the view That success is always measured To flare in the heart of a friend. By the little things we do. But let me be honest and fair in each quest, There is room for fame and fortune And truthful, and square, and direct; In this grand old world of ours. With all of my faults let me do my best There is room in each endeavor To be a man that men can respect. For display of latent powers; JAMES E. QUICK But the guiding hand of progress Can be found within the clue Building That leads men along the pathway Of the little things they do. We build a home, and look to see That every sill and board Life is never wholly pictured Is clear and strong; the carpenters In a moment, day or year; Are best we can afford. Its influence is extended But when we build our health and mind, Thru our length of living here; "Tis sad, and yet 'tis true And when evening shadows gather We throw in bad and rotten spots We are bound to find it true That show in things we do. We can make success, or failure "Tis strange that man will not apply By the little things we do. The germicide to seed JAMES E. QUICK Within his heart and thus destroy All selfishness and greed. March Winds A mind is bigger than a house, For in it Ideas grow---- March Winds to me are much like Be careful what you hide inside, The trumpet in a mammoth band. For someday it will show! I see the trumpeter's puffed cheeks JAMES E. QUICK Blowing a tune thru all the land. (42) (43) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. - bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. I love to watch the swaying trees What It Takes That bend and toss as if at play. A voice among a thousand pines In voice of fury seems to say My uncle drank a pint of rum; "Twas made down in the creek. "I'm herald for the coming spring. And he has been a-seeing red I kiss all nature into health, For three days and a week. And soon you'll hear the song birds sing, "Tis fun to watch him run around And view the fullness of Her wealth." Just acting like a fool, I raise my eyes to turquoise sky Like when he sat astride the cow Where clouds another picture blends. And tried to milk the stool. Like ships upon a spring-time sea They sail before March's winds. He made a fire upon his chair ewr While on the stove he sat. JAMES E. QUICK He put his wife into the barn And slept beside a cat. I Love Life He wore his breeches for a coat, His hat was just a sock. I love life, SO let it bring One night he wound the puppy's tail To me the natural course of things. And fed the eight-day clock. I'll swallow all its happy moods, And laugh at worries that it brings. Our neighbor folks were all aghast I would not ask for all of peace, At all the pranks he played. But take my part of toil and strife-- The doctor said he'd lost his mind, I'll take the bitter with the sweet, His friends were all dismayed. For I love life. But now my uncle laughs at them And swears the rum did good, I love life; its cheery songs, For now he is a movie star The lilt of birds, the voice of friends; Out there in Hollywood. Smooth flowing rivers, and the change JAMES E. QUICK That comes SO swift where river bends. Success owes you nothing. You owe suc- I love women, men, a child; cess every faculty you possess. The love of husband for a wife-- I would not change one of God's plans, For I love life. If you think you're too small to do big JAMES E. QUICK things do small things in a big way. (44) (45) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. e bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park The Land of Imagery Do Your Part Today I've a place of scenic wonders Don't wait too long to say that word I can claim as all my own, And no one without my consent Of cheer to one who needs Ever dares trespass thereon. Such comfort in his hour of woe It contains all of the mountains The while his spirit bleeds. And it borders on the sea, Tomorrow he may never know There are flowers ever blooming The words you were to say-- In my Land of Imagery. So take a little bit of time Tho' the day be dark and rainy To speak that word today. And my friends be kept away, I can motor thru my gardens Don't wait too long to smile upon Or go strolling every day. The friend you'd like to please. ewr And the music of the rivers Your smile may help him in his fight And the sun-set's glow is free, For there's never any charges Against sorrow and disease. In my Land of Imagery. Your beaming face might fill his heart With courage and a song--- When I'm feeling blue and lonesome, He has been waiting patiently, To some nook I always go, But don't you wait too long. And there ever comes to meet me Friends I knew so long ago. There's many a deed of kindliness There we renew faith and courage, And new hopes are brought to me, Which could be done today While life seems made all the sweeter Is lost forever in the rush By my Land of Imagery. Of business and play. JAMES E. QUICK Many a heart is bleeding now For some word to drive away A load of cares, SO do not wait, But do your part today. JAMES E. QUICK A man is never broke as long as he can smile. (46) (47) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. e novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park I Have Not Failed I have not failed if I have tried My very best to take in stride The obstacles that lined my path. If I have labored hard to swath A clearing to the mountain-side. And thorns have stabbed me front and side, I did not once resort to wrath, Or envy him that success hath. For even tho the door was nailed And closed SO tightly in my face, And tho my ship was sandy beached ewr To sink almost before she sailed; And tho the harbor was unreached, I cower not in cold disgrace. I have not failed, for in my heart I still have trust that will impart Me courage now to try again- There's faith that some day I shall win. And feeling thus I now can start My course once more, and I can chart The way among my fellowmen, For now I know where to begin. I've no regrets for course I've run, Nor shall I scream in dire defeat And say that life for me is through. To try again is lots more fun. Some day my triumph will come true And then the victory will be sweet. JAMES E. QUICK (48) PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. bank to the President. from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. We wish to express our deep appreciation to those below who helped make this book possible and also those who contributed after the book had gone to press. First Baptist Church, Columbia, S. C. Young People's Class-Shandon Presbyterian, Columbia, S. C. Jack Ulmer, Inc., Columbia, S. C. Perry Moses & Son, Sumter, S. C. Aiken & Company, Florence, S. C. Bennett-Hubbard Candy Co., Chattanooga, Tenn. David G. Ellison, Columbia, S. C. C. G. Shockley, Columbia, S. C. Security Federal Savings & Loan Assoc., Columbia, S. C. resident, for Gertrude Gibson, Columbia, S. C. John E. Edens, Columbia, S. C. W. C. Brawley, Columbia, S. C. C. C. Tate, Columbia, S. C. Giss' Place, Columbia, S. C. T. D. Taylor, Columbia, S. C. Drake's Home of Flowers, Columbia, S. C. ewr Julia Oglesby, Columbia, S. C. K. E. Harrington, Columbia, S. C. Benno Bronnum, Columbia, S. C. K. M. Beckham, Columbia, S. C. Mrs. W. E. Boyd, Columbia, S. C. C. A. Montgomery, Columbia, S. C. S. K. Abbott, Columbia, S. C. 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Bank sent to Hyde Park. P.P.F. 9_B HON. FRANCIS BIDDLE Washington, D. C. Dec. 27, 1941 Miss Tully wrote thanking on behalf of the President, for gardenia from the A. G., Mrs. Biddle and their son. See PPF-2670 ewr PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. e novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. LEONARD, Arthur C., Pres., Union Stock Yard & Trnsit Co., Chicago, Ill. 12-27-41 (ack.) Sends to the President a choice of Prize Beef from the International Live Stock Exposition. See P.P.F.9-I PP7 br 9-B PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. e novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. 9-B PP7 December 27, 1941 My dear Mr. Monette: I want to send you this little note of X.P.P.7.C thanks for the candy bars which you sent to the President. He is deeply grateful for your friendly thought of him. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY ORAGE Of PAID x V. H. Monette, Esq., B and M Products Company, X 4105 Hempton Boulevard, Norfolk, Virginia. lft REIRA,Sr., Joseph B., 1a, Maui, Hawaii 41. e novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. This was Heisby askgd Co. A @AN 19/27/11 eft Bars T. A. 35 p.p.7. mrs Eben 9 q-B X The President has asked me to thank you ever so much for the holly and PM7.9-H for your friendly Holiday greetings. He sends his very best wishes to you for the New Year. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY Mrs. L. P. Byrd, Box 106, Mt. Gilead, North Carolina. bk A,Sr., Joseph B., Maui, Hawaii L. e novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. iv BEST WISHES from V.H. monette p.p.7. * B & M products company 29, 1941 4105 hampton BLVD. NORFOLK, VA. q-B My dear Mrs. Byrd: X The President has asked me to thank you ever so much for the holly and for your friendly Holiday greetings. He sends his very best wishes to you for the New Year. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY Mrs. L. P. Byrd, Box 106, Mt. Gilead, North Carolina. bk PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. e novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. pr.7. December 29, 1941 q-B My dear Mrs. Byrd: X The President has asked me to thank you ever so much for the holly and PM7.9-H for your friendly Holiday greetings. He sends his very best wishes to you for the New Year. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY Mrs. L. P. Byrd, Box 106, Mt. Gilead, North Carolina. bk Joseph B., Hawaii 0 novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. Mrs. Eben, This was holly 41 sent to Mr. Reeves. ask C.A.N. 18 am when amirica. comes back to bod. your will cearl. sending Im you shrig you V yours. from a happy christmas of Hally and wishing Mrs. L 5 Byrd. Mut read Inc. bk of шта was Joseph B., Hawaii e novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. MRS LP BYRD MT GILEAD BOX 106 N CAR Dea220md1941 yo our President. you kept america out of was just as long as your could. and when amirica. comes back to bod. your will cearl. sending Im you shrig you V yours. from Q happy christmas of Hally and wishing Mrs. L 5 Byrd. Mut Inc. bk bk ank sent to Hyde Park. Tou wish you much more happiness Than words can ever say Beneath the banner of freedom In the good old U.S.A. To wish you Health and Pleasure And every dream come true Let Freedom ring forever For America and YOU! Mrs LPBqud. 1941 PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. God Bless America MADE IN U.S.A. PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. e novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. THE FIA + qB December 29, 1941 My dear Mr. Berry: Thank you, in the President's behalf, for the pecans. He appreciates your friendly thought in sending them to him and asks me to convey his best wishes to you for the coming year. Very sincerely yours, qip GRACE G. TULLY E. Berry, Esq., Pecan Famms, Ardmore, bk Oklahoma. seph B., waii novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. THE WHITE HOUSE washington ION....". (Sent to Mrs. n From 6. Berry RRILWAY Pecan Farms AGENC ardmore, Okla. TO/tonorable Franklin D. Roseardt br Value $ Date 19 Number Apartment Arishington D.C. Pieces Number Mrs. Eben: This was pecans thrown away. C.A.N. asket GG7 PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. e novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. BRUNO, Miss Eleanore, The American Autograph Shop, Merion Station, Pa. 12-26-41 (ack.) Sent to the President copies of "SAIL ON, OH UNION....". (Sent to Mrs. Eben for Hyde Park Library.) See P.P.F.2195 PP7 br 9-B PERREIRA,Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. e novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. December 30, 1941 P.P.7. 9-B My dear Mr. Brown: I want to send you this little note of thanks for the copy of the book you sent to the President. He appreciates your friendly thought and asks me to convey his best wishes to you for the New Year. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY X Ben Brown, Esq., W1019 Eighteenth Avenue, Spokane, Washington. cmr eph B., vaii from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. GRACE TULLY: FOR THE PRESIDENT. RR Thank cew A give misclen pus Clen ber 30, 1941 My dear Mr. Bradley: It was kind of you to send the candy X.P.P.9-C to the President. He is most appreciative of your friendly thought and wants me to convey his best wishes to you for the New Year. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY x Charles Bradley, Esq., 1935 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. cmr PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. Sends a novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. P.P.7 q-B December 30, 1941 My dear Mr. Bradley: It was kind of you to send the candy to the President. He is most appreciative of your friendly thought and wants TO to convey his best wishes to you for the New Year. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY x Charles Bradley, Esq., 1935 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. cmr seph B., waii novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. 4, my wagner This was a stick of peppermint candy was broken so I T.A. br C.A.N. aeligit With Treat and Presperms Issury Tatry simarely yours, SAMES Secretary to the President Do Back, Street, Reseltin, New York. RRanb Copy It's file PERREIRA, Sr., Joseph B., Paia, Maui, Hawaii 12-3-41. Sends a novel bank to the President, from Hawaii. Bank sent to Hyde Park. See P.P.F.9-P Recease SO, 1841 Date Br. Backs br No Providents You Van IDAHO the - of P. P7 Prime signature take Mary thanks, 9-B the of E that 1 You N to With See$ and Prespervis West Tear, Very stansrely yours, SIGNATURE BARLE Benewtary to the treatment Ex. Jonaph B. Back, 4d Street, Reseltlyn, Name York, RRomb Copy ste's file December 30, 1941 PP7 9-B Dear Mr. Back: I have been very glad to give the President the cigarettes - and, shall make the cigars available to the Prime Minister. x48 You may be sure that your kindness is sincerely appreciated. x253 Many thanks, also, for sending me the box of cigars. I know from experience that I can look forward to many pleasant smokes. With best wishes for a Happy and x q.c Prosperous New Year, Very sincerely yours, STEPHEN EARLY Secretary to the President X Mr. Joseph B. Back, 44 Court Street, Brooklyn, New York. RR:mb Copy in STE's file. vah. WINWAR, Miss Frances, New York, N.Y. P.P. Dec. 16, 1941 9-13 Sends the President - through courtesy of Harper & Brothers - copy of her book captioned, "AMERICAN GIANT". Also sends an essay on Whitman and Democracy. See P.P.F. 9-" vah. ALDRICH, Dr. D. B., P.P.7 New York, N.Y. Dec. 31, 1941 (date acknowledged) 9-B Sends the President copy of the book, "The Golden Book of Prayer". Inscribed by Dr. Addrich and "Mr. Stevens". See P.P.F. 9-A vah. WURL, Miss Emily Sprague, Milwaukee, Wisc. December 31, 1941 (date acknowledged) On above date Miss Tully wrote to Miss Wurl thanking her in the President's behalf for that copy of his book, "TO THOSE WHO DREAM." See P.P.F. 9-W P.P7 Bloodes 9-13 Vany GRACE & TOLLY P.P.7. P9-B 7. December 30, 1941 My dear Mr. Back: I want to thank you, in the Presi- dent's behalf, for the cigarettes which you were good enough to send to the President. He appreciates your friendly thought and asks me to convey his best wishes to you for the New Year. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY Joseph B. Back, Esq., 44 Court Street, Brooklyn, New York. cmr THE WHITE HOUSE washington December 29, 1941 Grace. n Eme MEMORANDUM FOR MARY EBEN: Thank Dear Mary, The attached received today - "I am sending you, under separate cover, a few cigarettes for the 1/4/ President, which I know he enjoys much as better than cigars. * * *" Joseph B. Back, 12 44 Court Street, Brooklyn, New York - - - I am keeping the letter because the gentlemen refers to cigars which he is sending to STE - as well as a box for The Prime Minister. We will thank for those sent to STE. alece Alice Winegar (J. B. Back & Company are manufacturers of cigars) NICHOLSON, C.E., The Haddon Craftsman, Camden, N.J. 12-31-41 (ack.) Sends gift of & book to the President. See P.P.F.9-H Predident first of study), See PPP-9-D rr br P.P.7 9-B P.P.F. WHITESIDE, A.D. 9_B President, Dun & Bradstreet, Inc., New York, N. Y. Dec. 19, 1941 to Mrote to the President sending copy of book, first copy of special edition "The Sinews of American Commerce". (To study). 7884 See PPF-9-D ewr: 9-B WATERMAN, Thomas Washington, D. C., 12/30/41. The President wrote saying that Mrs. Warren Robbins had given him the very fine edition of "The Early Architecture of North Carolina", which Mr. Waterman had sent the President. The President said he was particularly glad to have it as he had actually seen many of these houses. SEE P.P.F. 7884 AS P.P.F. 9-B PENNOYER, Andy, Redfeather Lakes, Colo. 12-13-41. Sends some book-ends to the President. See P.P.F.9-P Throse XRARS P.P.7, br 9-B P.P.F. detreville, MRS. RUTH S. 730 Fifth Ave., 9-B New York, N. Y. Dec. 16, 1941 Wrote to the President stating that copy of the book, "FIFTY YEARS A COUNTRY DOCTOR", is being forwarded to him by the publishers, E. P. Dutton and Company, Inc. (Book recd. and sent to Study) G-B ewr See PPF-9-D SIM, Mrs. Helen J. Washington, D.C. December 12-25-41 Sent the President an inscribed copy of the book by Thomas Robert Gaines. See P.P.F. 9-S P.P.J. act 9-B TULLY December 31, 1941 q-B My dear Mr. Bemelmans: The President asks me to send you this little note to thank you ever so much for that beautifully bound and inscribed copy of your book. The spirit of helpfulness which prompted you to offer your services at this crucial time is also greatly appreciated, and I assure you will be borne in mind. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY Ludwig Bemelmans, Esq., Care of The Viking Press, Inc., 18 East Forty-eighth Street, New York, bk New York. SC December 31, 1941 Gentlemen: This will acknowledge the receipt of the copy of HOTEL SPLENDIDE, which you forwarded to the President at the request of Mr. Ludwig Bemelmans. Your courtesy is very much appreciated. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY The Viking Press, Inc., 18 East Forty-eighth Street, New York, bk New York. S( CROCKETT, Charles J. Detroit, Mich. ack'd 12-31-41 Sent the President a booklet. See P.P.F. 9-C P.P.7 act 9-B S( nt, LORANT, Stefan New York City ack'd 12-31-41 Pearce, Inc., New York City, an inscribed copy of his book, "Lincoln". Sent the President through the courtesy of Duell, Sloan and See P.P.F. 9-L P.P.F. act 9-B S( n7, J.B. LIPPINCOTT CO. Phila., Pa. ack'd 12-31-41 Sent the President a copy of the book, "Youth and the Sea" by John J. Floherty. P.P.7, act See P.P.F. 9-L 9-B S( December 31, 1941 pp.7. q-B My dear Mr. Brockman: The President asks me to thank you ever so much for the copy of Dr. Tyler Dennett's AMERICANS IN EASTERN ASIA, which you so gener- ously sent him and to which you refer in your interesting letter of December twelfth. It will make a fine addition to his collection. The President wants you to know that your good wishes are heartily reciprocated. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY Charles R. Brockman, Esq., c/o Barnes & Noble, Inc., Fifth Avenue at 18th Street, New York, N. Y. ada SCHOOL AND COLLEGE TEXTBOOKS - COMPLETE LIBRARY SERVICE - PUBLISHERS OF COLLEGE OUTLINE SERIES tELEPHONE GRAMERCY 7-7500 CABLE ADDRESS BARNOBINC, NEW YORK so ack to hoher white House thanks! Moben Honorable Franklin D. Roosevelt The White House Washington, D. C. Dear Sir: In the hope that it may be deemed a worthy addition to the White House Library we are taking the liberty of mailing you a copy of Dr. Tyler Dennett's AMERICANS IN EASTERN ASIA, which we have just brought back into print after a. lapse of many years. This book, as you perhaps well know, and Griswold's THE FAR EASTERN POLICY OF THE UNITED STATES (Harcourt Brace, 1938, $3.75) are considered by all evaluative authorities the two basic books for understanding today's developments in the Far East. Your acceptance of this timely contribution to the White House Library will be very much appreciated. With cordial good wishes, we are Respectfully yours BARNES & NOBLE, INC. CRB:ew Cha Chas. FR. R. Brockman Brickman SCHOOL AND COLLEGE TEXTBOOKS - COMPLETE LIBRARY SERVICE - PUBLISHERS OF COLLEGE OUTLINE SERIES HE Mis. Eben 12 Beef Se P.P.FL 9-8 BOX climinate of DIE estas SEX Tody? To Egop edu TOT Hourn OR nove ON vary no./ ASHA ИНИГНАЯ WE THEY ml treaters DOC document Line subject State claim JJ sedesse) to and suc .nottoalfoo and no DUE Withhe our a nain Ute WAT où JUL admin at - under bong THE veriov Yes/ KJUST .0 MDAHO e-pail - JI ..0ml colden 4 sented o\o 1981 Is MAN sbs 20 -11 Amol well 11 BARNES & NOBLE achigd 12-31-41 ESTABLISHED 1874 ada The INCORPORATED WILLIAM R. BARNES Educational TELEPHONE PRES. & TREAS. BookHouse GRAMERCY 7-7500 JOHN W. BARNES CABLE ADDRESS VICE PRES. & SEC. BARNOBINC, NEW YORK A. W. LITTLEFIELD VICE PRESIDENT FIFTH AVENUE AT 18TH STREET NEW YORK, N.Y. December 12, 1941 Honorable Franklin D. Roosevelt The White House Washington, D. C. Dear Sir: In the hope that it may be deemed a worthy addition to the White House Library we are taking the liberty of mailing you a copy of Dr. Tyler Dennett's AMERICANS IN EASTERN ASIA, which we have just brought back into print after a lapse of many years. This book, as you perhaps well know, and Griswold's THE FAR EASTERN POLICY OF THE UNITED STATES (Harcourt Brace, 1938, $3.75) are considered by all evaluative authorities the two basic books for understanding today's developments in the Far East. Your acceptance of this timely contribution to the White House Library will be very much appreciated. With cordial good wishes, we are Respectfully yours BARNES & NOBLE, INC. CRB:ew Cha Chas. FR. R. Brockman Brickman SCHOOL AND COLLEGE TEXTBOOKS - COMPLETE LIBRARY SERVICE - PUBLISHERS OF COLLEGE OUTLINE SERIES 77 HERRING, Ray D. Taunton, Mass. 12-22-41 December 1941 Sent the President a copy of his book, Trifling with War. See P.P.F. 9-H P.P.7, act Wy Blank much in the 9-B Very TULLE P.P.7 qB letter December 31, 1941 with My dear Mr. Blank: Thank you very much in the President's behalf for the novel necktie to which you refer in your letter of December twenty-third. He ap- preciates your courtesy in sending it to him and has asked me to convey his every good wish to you for the New Year. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY Joseph S. Blank, Esq., J. S. Blank & Company, 112 Madison Avenue, New York, New York. jt J.S. BLANK & COMPANY M. ROSENBERGER J.S. BLANK M. SHACT HAWAII mEN'NECKWEAR- 112 MADISON AVENUE ROMO SCARVES NEW YORK, N. Y. MURRAY HILL 5 - 1035-36 New hacking loagued copy x tie December 23, 1941 to achd 12-21-41 The President Washington D. C. Sir: We are sending you under separate cover one of our new necktie creations. Knowing that you have many serious things on your mind these days, we thought this might give you a laugh. This is the first one of its kind produced in America. The subject of this pattern is supposed to be a likeness of Hitler with the wording "To H--- With H-----." We hope this gives you as much pleasure as it gives us to send it to you. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, we are Yours respectfully, JSB:jhf J. S. BLANK & COMPANY Joseph S Blank HASHAGEN, August New York, N. Y., Dec. 13, 1941 Faith." As a Xmas remembrance, sends to the President a book "The Miracle of See P. P. F. 9-H pr.7. 9-B WE The of vah. - Filed - 12/27/41 The following send Christmas greetings to the President:-- MAY, Mrs. W. G., HOUSTON, Miss Stella, p.p.7 BIGLEY, Andrew J., Huntington, S. Ve: Milwaukee, Wisc. (Sends Defense Stamp) WARNER, Mr. & Mrs. Jack Thermopolis, Wyo. 9-B Warner Bros. Pictures, Inc., THE QUINN FAMILY, Los Angeles, Calif. New York, N.Y. HURST, Miss Fannie, New York, N.Y. BERNARD, Miss Christine G., SCHENCK, Mr. & Mrs. Nicholas M., Norton, Pa. New York, N.Y. REYNOLDS, Mrs. F. R., SIMPSON, Lt. Col. Clyde V., Long Beach, Calif. (Postmarked) - San Francisco, Calif. JACOBY, Miss Graziella, JOHNSON, Mr. & Mrs. James A., Pasadena, Calif. Alcatrez Island, Calif. *LaFOLLETTE, Hon. Robert M., FERRIS, Hon. Scott, Oklahoma City, Okla. U. S. Senate, WATERBURY, Larry, Jr., Washington, D. C. Pass Christian, Miss. eckert, Hon. Charles R., JOHNSON, Mr. & Mrs. Aymar, Beaver, Pa. East Islip, L.I., N.Y. (sends booklets) MORRIS, Miss Myrtle, PAGE, Mrs Florence, Toppenish, Washington Huntington Park, Calif. CARKXXX CARDIN, Joseph A., CAMACHO, Gral Maximino Avila, Providence, R. I. (HIJOS, Senora Y.) MILLION, Mrs. Haymon, Richmond, Ky. Mexico (*) HANCOCK, Hon. Frank, MYERS, Mrs. Jacob H., Oxford, N. Car. Philipsburg, Pa. MOFFETT, Hon. James A., WILSON, E. Carmel, New York, N.Y. Pocomoké City, Md. TOWNSEND, James, Poughkeepsie, N.Y. BARNES; Tom, PONTEK, Rev. Cyril & KARCH, Rev. Victor, Ada, Ohio (wants signature) Menominee, Mich. VonWINDEGGER, F. R., SCHLESINGER, Joel IL., Pres., The Plaza Bank of St.Louis, Newark, N.J. St. Louis; Mo. BURNS, Bobby, Los Angeles, Calif. CHILDS, John, BLAND, Miss Leata, Lakeland, Fla. Conterville, Mass. WARD, W. J., Simpson, La. (Contorville' School) HAMPTON, George C., Jr., Greensboro, Xx lassner, Roberta, North Carolina New York, N.Y. MILLER, Charles, Mgr., The Jewish Con- muscatello, Theresa, sumptive Relief Society of Norristown, Pá. Denver, Colo. CURTIS, Henry A., McCARTHY, Hon. Francis J., Palm Beach, Fla: Postmaster, Watertown, N.Y. JOHNSON, Mrs. Mary, SEASE, Mrs. F. H., Pittsburgh, Pa. Muskegon Heights, Mich. See P.P.F. 1000 - (Initial of writer) - or "XYZ" where signed by more than one person. KNICKERBOCKER WEEKLY, New York City ack'd 12-31-41 Sent the President a copy of the book, "Good Tidings". See P.P.F. 9-K act P.P.7. 9-B JOHNSON, Miss Alice B. Baltimore, Md. ack'd 12-31-41 Sent the President an inscribed copy of her book. See P.P.F. 9-J P.P. 7, P. act G-B KIRKLAND, F.R. Phila., Pa. 12-19-41 Sent the President a book. See P.P.F. 9-K B.P.F. act 9-B FRED J. RINGLEY CO. Chicago, Ill. ack'd 12-31-41 Sent the President a copy of the Report of the Emergency Bd. (Book See P.P.F. 9-F act 1.P.7. 9-B UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA PRESS, Minneapolis, Minn. ack'd 12-31-41 Sent the President a copy of the book, "The Doctors Mayo". See P.P.F. 9-U 1.1.7 act 3-5 9-B LANGDON, Mrs. F.M. Irvington, N.Y. ack'd 12-31-41 Faith". Sent the President an inscribed copy of the book, "The Deeper See P.P.F. 9-L Insurance 32. 1.1.7, act 9-B Hgt door Ers. Toank you, in the President's behalf, for the A HEATON'S CARED. 348-a Do 1a not appresiative of the which perspted you for esed is to his Wey effectively yours, GRACE & TOLLE Gree 1436 Carden Street, Senior Berbare, Calliarnia, THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON P.P.7. December 31, 1941 9-B My dear Mrs. Brown-Browne: Thank you, in the President's xr.V.7.9-P behalf, for the print, A BRITON'S CREED. He is most appreciative of the spirit which x48-a prompted you to send it to him. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY X Mrs. Brown-Browne, 1434 Garden Street, Santa Barbara, California. bk 12 THE WHITE house washington Pating act ) TATARSKY, Morris New Brunswick, N.J. 12-22-41 Sent the President a banner. act See P.P.F. 9-T 1.1.7 9-B BRZOZOWSKI, Franciszek Maspeth, N.Y. 12-13-41 Sent the President a scrap book. See P.P.F.. 9-B act 1.1.7 9-B BERGE, Miss Lora N. Hollywood, Calif. ack'd 12-30-41 Sent the President a recording. See 450 act 1.1.7. q-B G-B My does Mas Banyana The Prestdent desply approciates your Mad thought in surviving Item the Conned proyer to which you refer in your recent letter. Re sents - to conviry Ide every good what to yes Enter the Host Year. way sincerely yours, GRADE a WILL 35.su 1877 Heat Detents mines, Les California. Storeroom December 30, 1941 pr.7. 9-B My dear Miss Benyan: The President deeply appreciates your kind thought in sending him the framed prayer to which you refer in your recent letter. He wants me to convey his every good wish to you for the New Year. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY Miss Anna Benyan, 1527 West Seventh Street, Los Angeles, ada California. 12 chin Delano Roasevelh Washington D.C. Dear mr. Roosenelh: ack strekt room Storesom This little prayer I am sending ym I had in my ponession somemhat worn so I had ih many, many years. this 9-B put in a frame hope you will injoy ih bless and guide and keep spirch and pray God to I am always with you in you in His care always. Very Sincerely yours ama Benyan no inclosure 1527. In angeles California cb Framed article on stripping desk to be attached to file. Storeroom December 31, 1941 7 My dear Mrs. Burr: 9-B The President and Mrs. Roosevelt have asked me to thank you ever so much for the gifts which you so kindly sent them at Christmas time. They are deeply grateful for your friendly thought and want me to convey their good wishes to you for the New Year. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY Mrs. Kate M. W. Burr, 161 Kensington Avenue, Meriden, Connecticut. cb Storesom December 31, 1941 My dear Mrs. Burr: 9-B The President and Mrs. Roosevelt have asked me to thank you ever so much for the gifts which you so kindly sent them at Christmas time. They are deeply grateful for your friendly thought and want me to convey their good wishes to you for the New Year. Very sincerely yours, TOLLY GRACE G. TULLY Mrs. Kate M. W. Burr, 161 Kensington Avenue, Meriden, Connecticut. cb Stouroom December 31, 1941 My dear Mrs. Burr: The President and Mrs. Roosevelt have asked me to thank you ever 80 much for the gifts which you BO kindly sent them at Christmas time. They are deeply grateful for your friendly thought and want me to convey their good wishes to you for the New Year. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY Mrs. Kate M. W. Burr, 161 Kensington Avenue, Meriden, Connecticut. cb Copy to Mrs. Frece. cox, Miss Ruth Social Science Class, South Bountiful School, South Bountiful, Utah the 12-/41 (12-4-41) Sent the President an illustrated scrap book, made by the Social Science Class. N.P.J. act See P.P.F. 9-S 9-B PREUSS, Wolfgang Hanover, Pa. 12-19-41 Sent the President an inscribed copy of his book of poems. act See P.P.F. 9-P P.P.7 G-B POAG, Mrs. Helen M. S. Pasadena, Calif. ack'd 12-31-41 Sent the President some booklets. act See P.P.F. 9-P P.P.7 9-B KIIFOIL, Miss Lolo E. Los Angeles, Calif. ack'd 12-31-41 Sent the President the inscribed copy of the book, "Rainbow in the Cloud". N.P. act See P.P.F. 9-K 9-B form TOTAL NELSON, J.A. \ P.P.7 q-B December 31, 1941 My dear Mr. Blanck: Your letter of December twenty- second has been received and I want to thank XP.P.7.9-13 you, in the President's behalf, for the copy of GLASS HISTORIES AND HERALDS. I can assure you that he appreciates your kindness in send- ing it to him, and extends to you his best wishes for the New Year. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY x Jacob Blanch, Esq., 6301 Sixteenth Street, N. W., Washington, D. C. bk ah, Ia. Jacob Blanck ack study 6301 16th Street, N. W., the Washington, D. C., December 22, 1941. Hon. Franklin D. Roosevelt, The White House, And Washington, D. C. Dear Sir: 123r 3/4 n.r.7, 9-B Some several years ago it was my pleasant duty to assist in the forming, and later to catalog, the Woodrow Wilson collection that has since become a part of the Hyde Park library. To the best of my recollection the books accompanying this letter were not part of that col- lection, nor can I recall any earlier references to Woodrow Wilson. In view of the preceding won't you accept this item for the Hyde Park library together with every good wish for the holiday season and a Victorious New Year. Respectfully, JacobBlaweh Jacob Blanck NELSON, J.A. Decorah, Ia. 12-27-41 P.P,7, December 31, 1941 q-B My dear Miss Balfour: Permit me, please, to acknowledge the receipt of and thank you for the copy of the book which you forwarded to the President. You may be sure that he appreciates your kind Christmas greetings and sends you his best wishes for the New Year. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY Miss Evangeline Balfour, 2401 Calvert Street, Apartment 108, cmr Washington, D. C. , J.A. orah, Ia. 1 copy of the book, "Union Now With Britain". act C.P.7. G-B Greetings Christmas With N, J.A. corah, Ia. -41 ARD, Mrs. Elvira M. illside, N.J. and 12-27-47 Union Now With Britain". act M the Giver of Peace be with you, and lighten your heart today; May His Presence bring the comfort That no human words can say. 20 our dear Presedent and our cur Pleased Com try Traublin D. Rooseneet the U. of America on Mis Beautiful Day 'We of america are 1000 7 for you Evan geline Bolfour NELSON, J.A. Decorah, Ia. 12-27-41 WOODARD, Mrs. Elvira M. Hillside, N.J. ack'd 12-31-41 Sent the President a copy of the book, "Union Now With Britain". See P.P.F. 9-W C.P.7. act 9-B NELSON, J.A. Decorah, Ia. 12-27-41 WASHINGTON, Dr. John E. Washington, D.C. ack'd 12-31-41 Sent the President a copy of his book, "They Knew Lincoln.". See P.P.F. 9-W act P.P.7. 9-B NELSON, J.A. Decorah, Ia. 12-27-41 SPAULDING, C.O. Durham, N.C. ack'd 12-31-41 Sent the President a copy of The Book of Psalms. See P.P.F. 9-3 act T.A. 9-B NELSON, J.A. Decorah, Ia. 12-27-41 CUNNINGHAM, Peter J. W. Palm Beach, Fla. ack'd 12-31-41 Sent the President a copy of his book. See P.P.F. 9-C act T.P.7, 9-B NELSON, J.A. Decorah, Ia. 12-27-41 HARMON, Miss Mildred B. Waterbury, Conn. 12-16-41 Sent the President a copy of her book. See P.P.F. 9-H act P.P.F. 9-B NELSON, J.A. Decorah, Ia. 12-27-41 PTITSIN, Gregory Los Angeles, Calif. 12-14-41 Sent the President a copy of his book. See P.P.F. 9-P act P.P.7. 9-B NELSON, J.A. Decorah, Ia. 12-27-41 STARR, Tramp Indianapolis, Ind. ack'd 12-31-41 Sent the President an inscribed copy of his book, and a poem. See P.P.F. 9-S act 1.1.7. 9-B NELSON, J.A. Decorah, Ia. 12-27-41 DRESSEL, Mrs. Anna B. White Creek, N.Y. 12-16-41 Sent the President a book. act See P.P.F. 9-D P.P.F. 9-B THE NELSON, J.A. Decorah, Ia. 12-27-41 the q-B December 31, 1941 My dear Mr. McMahon: The President is more than pleased to have the beautifully framed resolution adopted. by the members of the Building and Construction X Support 4675 Trades Council of Cook County, Illinois. He deeply appreciates the support so generously '13 pledged and asks me to tell you how grateful he 1s to have this splendid assurance of loyalty and patriotism. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY Earl J. McMshon, Esq., Secretary, Building and Construction Trades Council, 130 North Wells Street, Chicago, cd Illinois. NELSON, J.A. Decorah, Ia. 12-27-41 SALTER, Stefan, New York, N.Y. 12-22-41. sends books to the President for Christmas, "Don Quixote de La Mancha", and "Fishing in the Carolinas". See P.P.F.9-S br P.P.7 9-B NELSON, J.A. Decorah, Ia. 12-27-41 P.P.F. NELSON, N. L. Downey, Idaho 9-B Dec. 26, 1941 Wrote to the President sending copy of his book, "The Second War in Heaven". (To Study) ewr See PPF-9-N NELSON, J.A. Decorah, Ia. 12-27-41 p.p.t 9-R December 30, 1941 Storeworm Respectfully referred for the consideration of the Federal Security Agency (Social Security Board). GRACE O. TULLY cmr X plt 9,D Letter to the President, 12-16-41 Elijah Blankenship, Esq., 102 East Second Street, Austin, Texas. Is totally blind and peddling from door to door making about 75¢ a day. Could make mops, brooms, door mats and rugs if he could get the material; asks if the Government could not supply the material for a factory there in order that blind and crippled people might make useful articles for defense. Would be glad to take charge and operate such a plant. The gift was clipped by a friend with a blind boy. (yarn doileys). December 30, 1941 My dear Mr. Blankenship: The President and Mrs. Roosevelt ask me to thank you ever so much for the beautiful gift you sent to them and for your friendly holiday greetings. This note takes to you their very best wishes for the New Year. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY Elijah Blankenship, Esq., 102 East Second Street, Austin, cmr Texas. Sent the President an inscribed copy of his book, "Johr 12 7. Dec , Outlin Texas 102 East 2 At President Roserelt Pear her Presedent I am Dery sarry aur cantry is in war I surved in the Rack stand artual Puring the world was and sarry that I cannot do any thing now as I am tatily Blind and Peddeling from house to hanse for a living avrige about 75c a day I can make maps Broans daar mats for Rugs if d could get the Equipment row matured if there Were same Way the govermannent could suffly the Equipment and maturel far a VIIV / Sent the President an inscribed copy of his book, "John 7. act ? factory here in austin the Blind and eriffle could make those articales which is misscary in the comps thirefor they Would Be able to do theaspart in the national defined atherwise thy are helples they Could make maps Broans mats Pillara cases to shuts I Would Be glad to take charge and aperate such a plant I am sinding under sepreterar a gift far you and Mrs Rasevelt it is anartical I amat and a Firind of my clipud the thread which form the Buds she has a Blind Bay in school I am yours far survice Our Elisoh Blankenship Sent the President an inscribed copy of his book, "John P.P. 7. act Attach to file of letter dated 12-30-41, signed by Miss Tully, to Elijah 9-B Blankenship, Austin, Texas. nelson, J.A. Decorah, Ia. 12-27-41 Sent the President an inscribed copy of his book, "John Hanson and The Inseparable Union". See P.P.F. 9-N P.P. 7. act 9-B HUNKIN, S.B., The Hunkin-Gonkey Construction Co., Ravenna, Dhio Dec. 31, 1941 sends President copy of the book, BUILDING THE RAVENNA ORDNANCE PLANT. See P.P.F.9-H P.P.7. br 9-B HAMBRO, C.J., Princeton, N.J. 12-16-41. Writes he is sending the President his book, "I Saw It Happen in Norway". (not rec'd.) See P.P.F.9-H br P.P.7 9-13 SHORT, Mrs. Charles, Forest Hill Plantation, Charlottesville, Va. 12-23-41. Sends an old medal for the President's collection, and a copy of Margaret Tarrant's book. See 688 br P.P.7 9-B pitz qB December 23, 1941 My dear Mr. Baker: The President is more than pleased to have that grand fruit cake which you pre- sented to him through the courtesy of Congress- X PP7 man Elliott. He wants you to know that he ap- 9-c preciates your friendly thought of him and has asked me to convey his very best wishes to you. Very sincerely yours, x GRACE G. TULLY X W. C. Baker, Esq., Ojai, cmr California. December 23, 1941 My dear Mr. Elliott: The President thanks you ever so much for your courtesy in sending on to him that grand fruit cake, a gift from Mr. W. C. Baker of Ojai, California. He is more than grateful for your kindness in the matter. A note of appreciation has been sent to Mr. Baker direct. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY Honorable Alfred J. Elliott, House of Representatives, Washington, D. C. cmr Hank SST. IT l (cake Rent & (Usto Hosp at .941 one rresident by Mr. IV. U. Baker, Ujai, California. It weighs about 80 or 100 pounds, and should reach the White House about Friday, December 19th. In view of the situation, the : letter Congressman is not going to ask for a presentation or pictures of any kind. thank you He hopes, however, that Mr. Baker may receive some acknowledgment. : him nandi- XRA7-9-C dly XP.P.7.100-R ld you his welfare. LY ada Washington, D. C. THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON 12-16-41 MEMORANDUM FOR GENERAL WATSON: 1941 Congressman Elliott of California phoned that a fruit cake is being sent to the President by Mr. W. C. Baker, Ojai, California. It weighs about 80 or 100 pounds, and should reach the White House about Friday, December 19th. In view of the situation, the Congressman is not going to ask for a r letter presentation or pictures of any kind. He hopes, however, that Mr. Baker may thank you receive some acknowledgment. be him handi- XRA7.9-C dly XPR.7.7.100-B ld you his welfare. LY Emergency Hospital, Washington, D. C. ada THE WHITE HOUSE tal WASHINGTON December 11, 1941 MEMORANDUM FOR: General Watson. , 1941 Secretary to Congressmen Elliott of California telephoned that the Congressman had received a telegram from Mr. Bill Baker of Ojai, California, stating that he has always sent a cake to the President on Christmas and that he is sending one again our letter this year. He asked if they would present it, but they replied that in view of the D thank you present circumstances they suggested that the cake be sent direct to the White House. ing him The cake should arrive about December 20th. a handi- XRA7.9-C endly XP.P.7.100-R EAK , you his 1 welfare. JLLY Charles Burke, Esq., Emergency Hospital, ada Washington, D. C. Hospital P.P.7. 9.B December 3, 1941 My dear Mr. Burke: The President has received your letter of November twenty-first and asks me to thank you ever so much for your kindness in sending him those nice cards, a product of your own handi- XRR7.9-C XPR.7.7.100-B work. He greatly appreciates your friendly thought of him and asks me to extend to you his very best wishes for your happiness and welfare. Very sincerely yours, GRACE G. TULLY x Charles Burke, Esq., Emergency Hospital, ada Washington, D. C. aak kest. Emergency Hospital washington, D.C. november 21'41, mr. J.D. Roosevelt ackgd 12-3-41 77, L His Excellency. add The President of the united States. -B Mr. President: The enclosed Christmas Cards designed and created person- ally, while here in bed is my Christmas present to you. The reason I have included this letter of explaination, is be- cause you know what it means to be handicaped physically and break the bounds of our limit- can appreciate what it means to nd ations and create something part some of my joy and happi- useful, Thus I am trying to im- ness to others. Aword of praise to your moble leadership and courageous efforts to preserve our national unity! Sincerely, Charles Burke Elsie Harpoz Gouell fie P.7, L December 19, 1941 q-B My dear Miss Bonnell: Please let me acknowledge and thank you for your letter of December twelfth in which you offer to send the President some of the Bonnell Blend cigarettes. I shall be glad to present the cigarettes to the President for you if you care to send them. However, I wish to advise that the President can accept such gifts only with the understanding that there will be no publicity in connection therewith. With kindest regards, Very sincerely yours, nd STEPHEN EARLY Secretary to the President Miss Elsie Harper Bonnell, 150 Lafayette Street, New York, N. Y. rr Elsie Harpoz Koceuell ELSIE HARPER BONNELL 150 LAFAYETTE STREET NEW YORK CITY Telephone CAnal 6-0434 December 12th 1941 Mr Stephen Early The White House Washington D. C. My dear Mr Early I have been manufacturing Turkish and Virginia cigarettes for many years, Just for private customers- Every time I see a picture of the President with a cigarette, and when I read of how much he smokes, I wonder how in the world I can bring my Bonnell Blends to his attention- They really are unrivalled in their fragrance and quality- and those who do patronize them are more than enthusiastic- I am amost sure he would like them- there are so few manufactuers nowadays who have fine imported tobaccos- and use them exclusively- most of the stuff people smoke is hay ;;;; I have most of my custo mers in Philadelphia and New York, years ago Lady Geddes introduced them to some of the British Embassy, and one of that crowd still orders occassionally ,Mr L. McCormick- Goodhart- I am sure he would tell you they are fine- if you ever see him- and that might give me an opening to send samples- I also once made some up for Mrs Roosevelt-for a campaign back in 1928- I adore the president- and have always been one of his adherents-since the time he ran for governor- It is hard for small fry. like myself, to get known much- we really are about the worst off of anyone- because we are not in Unions- nor are we capitalists- yet we have to support our dependents- and keep up a "front"- Well; you are a busy man- I will stop- BUT could I send samples of the Turkish or Virginia blends ? and could you get them tried out- ??? They are gorgeous- Sincerely yours Elsie Harpoz Boceuell ELSIE HARPER BONNELL 150 LAFAYETTE STREET NEW YORK CITY Telephone CAnal 6-0434 January 7th 1942 Stephen Early Esq The White House Washington D. C. My dear Mr Early This is to thank you ever sommuch, for your letter and indeed I have no intention of using the fact, that I sent cigarettes to our Presedent ,for advertising purposes; it thrills me just to think that he may smoke them - I sent a box of Imported tobacco blends and one of Virginia blends-- These cigarettes are in a class by themselves nowadays- they are fragrant and untreated- Most cigarettes have to be treated with molasses or glycerine or some other stuff- to make them palatable- but MINE are SO pure that they rely only on their own fragrance- I enclose two "sonnets" in their honor- we had at one time a regular anthology- That "BattleCry" speech of yesterday, has thrilled the world, and we all will put our backs behind the wheel, and Gollow our Leader with all our strenghth- Wishing you a Happier New Year Sincerely yours Elsie Harper Bourell as gone to cover, as your homeward "However wide your quest be made way you wend- If sport is over, and you light For cigarettes that soothe and mend, a Bonnell Blend; :COS rich and mellow, which our ALL others from your thoughts fade: should South knows how to grow; eed my Gallant Fellow, true contentment you shal know. When once you puff a BONNELL BLEND : If (with apologies to the ELSIE HARPER BONNELL poet Shenstone ) ELSIE HARPER BONNELL 150 LAFAYETTE ST. 150 LAFAYETTE ST. NEW YORK CITY Bounell Eurported of In honor NEW YORK CITY PHONE CANAL 60434 PHONE CANAL 6-0434 Lobaccos. 150 NEW YORK CITY Telephone CAnal 6-0434 January 7th 1942 Stephen Early Esq The White House Washington D. C. My dear Mr Early This is to thank you ever sommuch, for your letter and indeed I have no intention of using the fact, that I sent cigarettes to our Presedent ,for advertising purposes; it thrills me just to think that he may smoke them - I sent a box of Imported tobacco blends and one of Virginia blends-- These cigarettes are in a class by themselves nowadays- they are fragrant and untreated- Most cigarettes have to be treated with molasses or glycerine or some other stuff- to make them palatable- but MINE are so pure that they rely only on their own fragrance- I enclose two "sonnets" in their honor- we had at one time a regular anthology- That "BattleCry" speech of yesterday, has thrilled the world, and we all will put our backs behind the wheel, and follow our Leader with all our strenghth- Wishing you a Happier New Year Sincerely yours Elsie Harper Bourell "The fox has gone to cover, as your homeward way you wend- The day of sport is over, and you light a Bonnell Blend; Of tobaccos rich and mellow, which our In Then indeed my Gallant Fellow, true South knows how to grow; contentment you shal know. ELSIE HARPER BONNELL 150 LAFAYETTE ST. NEW YORK CITY PHONE CANAL 60434 T A vah. P.P.F. SWOPE, Hon. Herbert Bayard, New York, N.Y. B December 18, 1941 Writes to the President telling him that once more he is sending him a World Almanac which he is having specially bound, as a Christmas Gift.--Presidential acknowledgment - 2/3/42. See P.P.F. 331 LAKHOVSKY, Prof. Georges, New York, N.Y. 12-22-41 (date referred) Sends a copy of his publication RADIATIONS AND WAVES, SOURCES OF OUR LIFE. Referred to Mr. Summerlin, State Dept. for acknowledgment, asking for return of book to this office. See P.P.F.9-L br PP7 9B On Jan. 9th, Mr. Summerlin returned book by Prof. Lakhovsky, as per request. ADAMS, Maj. Gen. E.S. The Adjutant General's Office, Nov. 12, 1941 Wrote to Mr. McIntyre acknowledging receipt of two copies of brochure, "Inclusive and Uniform Alphabet for Russian, Bulgarian, Serb-Croation, Czech and Polish", forwarded to the President by Miss Maro Beath Jones of Claremont, Calif. (File Note: 1-16-42 - Nothing in file to show how War Dept. rec'd brochures.) See P.P.F. 9-J act S P.P.7. 9-B mpk WALKER, Hon. Frank C. The Postmaster General December 1, 1941 Wrote to Miss Tully attaching a copy of letter Mr. Walker wrote to Mr. Fred W. Shipman, Director, Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, N.Y., under date of Dec. 1, 1941. In his letter to Mr. Shipman, Mr. Walker said that Mr. A. J. Verheyen of Hollywood, Calif., asked him to present to the President on behalf of George John Pale, Second Lieut., Co. C, 69th Quartermasters Battalion, Fort Ord, Calif., for use in President's Library seven books. Mr. Walker thinks it would be nice for the President to write a note of thanks to Lieut. Pale. Asks Miss Tully to show the letter to Mr. Shipman to the President. -- On Dec. 18, 1941, the President sent a memo to Mr. Shipman asking him to hold these books until the President has an opportunity to look them over. -- The President wrote to Lieut. Pale on Dec. 18, 1941, expressing appreciation for the books. - On Jan. 13, 1942, the President again wrote to Lieut. Pale stating that he has just had an opportunity to see the volumes which Lieut. Pale sent him. Again expresses appreciation. SEE - P.P.F. 7914 P.P.F. 9-13