Box 1

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This folder consists of an assortment of letters sent to Earle Kirkbride. One or two letters relate to his work as an artist, one or two relate to insurance, and one or two concern his membership in clubs and organizations like the Cliff Dwellers.

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Includes letters from one-off correspondents such as a letter from a Charles Yoder of the Milwaukee Monthly Meeting and a set of letters concerning Beatrice's membership in the Athenaeum of Philadelphia.

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This folder includes cards and postcards written from Earle to Beatrice for a variety of occasions including her birthday, their anniversary, and Valentine’s Day.

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Letters from Beatrice to her son Edward. Discusses everyday goings-on and alludes to some degree of financial distress on the part of Edward.

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This folder contains cards and correspondence between  Earle and his family and friends while Earle stayed in the hospital. Most of the cards express a wish to see Earle home soon.

Scope and Contents This folder includes cards and letters from Kathleen [last name], Earle’s sister, to Beatrice. Many of the letters discuss Kathleen’s well-being, family goings-on, and her enjoyment of the Olympics. A few photographs of a wedding and a visit between Kathleen and Beatrice are also included. At the end of the folder are a few letters to Beatrice from Kathleen’s son Kirk which discuss arrangements for Kathleen’s funeral and the division of her estate. There is also a letter from Mary Gale...

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A small selection of holiday cards addressed to Beatrice by friends.

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An “Army Song Book U.S.” from 1918 with the name Miss Margaret Selak written on it and correspondence re: Earle’s work as a painter in the U.S. Army in World War I

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This folder consists of paperwork and correspondence related to Earle’s application for an officer’s commission during World War II. The paperwork includes records of his service in World War I and a transcript of his academic qualifications. The correspondence is primarily letters of recommendation written on his behalf and there are two letters informing him that he is not currently needed in the service.

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Includes receipts and correspondence concerning payment Earle Kirkbride received for his artwork. The Ladies' Home Journal and F. Wallis Armstrong Company Advertising are the two most common correspondents.