1898, July 13 – Letter from Ernest Rodgers to friend Lewis Hesse
Ernest writes to Lewis about possibly buying their own blacksmith shop. Read a transcript of the letter below (original misspellings & all) or click on the image links to view […]
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1898, September 26 – Letter from Ernest Rodgers to friend Lewis Hesse
Lewis received a letter from friend & former co-worker Ernest, describing work & other co-workers at the Steel Works Club in Joliett, Illinois. Read a transcript of the letter below […]
1895, December 31 – Invitation to a Masquerade Surprise Party
Lewis is invited to a surprise party. Read a transcript of the letter below (original misspellings & all) or click on the image links to view the actual letter. As […]
1894, May 5 – Letter from George Hesse to brother Lewis Hesse
George writes Lewis from Baltimore & explains he will be travelling between Baltimore & London. Read a transcript of the letter below (original misspellings & all) or click on the […]
1898, April 21 – Letter from George Hesse to brother Lewis Hesse
George writes his brother about shipping off to war and his concern desire to hear from him in case he doesn’t make it back. Read a transcript of the letter […]
1898, April 28 – Letter from Rosalie Bauwens to fiance Lewis Hesse
Rosalie & Lewis discuss the soldiers in Joliet & St. Louis. Rosalie scolds Lewis & they both struggle with headaches. Read a transcript of the letter below (original misspellings & […]
1898, April 26 – Letter from Rosalie Bauwens to finace Lewis Hesse
Rosalie frets over the relationship of Otto Miller and Julie, along with her roll in it. Read a transcript of the letter below (original misspellings & all) or click on […]
