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A letter from Charlie M. Knight to Dr. Hector P. Garcia, regarding the Salinas Migrant Education Program.
No full textA letter from Charlie M. Knight, Associate Superintendent for Curriculum and Support Services for the State of California Department of Education, to Dr. Hector P. Garcia, regarding the Salinas Migrant Education Program
A diary in the Dardanelles written on board the sponer "Corsair" while beating through the straits from Tenedos to Marmora By William Knight, Esq. Rear-Commodore of the Royal Harwich Yacht Club, author of "Words for the Windbound" oriental outlines" etc e
No full textPreface: by knight, WIlliamAppendix.Dedication: by knight, W. to the members of the Royal Harwich yach clubContent description: Detailed contentsIllustration: 1 (Maps ,)Pagination: PP14+11OP+2PPVolumes: 1Text Genre:Journal / LettersIllustration: 1 (χάρτες ,
Knight, William W., Letter to Mary Knight. February 25, 1863
No full textKnight, William W., Letter to Mary Knight. February 25, 1863. William Knight Letters, Box 1, Folder 3, Valdosta State University Archives and Special Collections. 1 PDF document and scans, 2 pages. Includes transcript.In this letter dated February 25, 1863, William Knight, writing from Camp Young, discusses the safe arrival of a box and notes received from his wife and father-in-law. He expresses relief that his wife has recovered from an illness and mentions his longing to see her and the children. The author reflects on the ongoing war, expressing doubts about the possibility of peace in the near future. He provides updates on military activities and speculates about potential battles. The author comments on the strength of defense works and the development of ironclad boats. He also describes a military review and provides insights into the training of new recruits. The letter concludes with a mention of sickness in the camp and a local incident involving a man named Mack Luke
Knight, William W., Letter to Mary Knight. June 3, 1863
No full textKnight, William W., Letter to Mary Knight. June 3, 1863. William Knight Civil War Letters, Box 1, Folder 3, Valdosta State University Archives and Special Collections. 1 pdf document and scans, 4 pages. Includes transcript.Dated June 3, 1863, from a Camp Near Yazoo City, Mississippi, this letter by W. W. Knight to his wife Mary provides vivid insights into their conditions. The author praises the picturesque campsite by a creek with clear limestone water. W. W. Knight conveys their location, south of Yazoo City and around 50 miles from Vicksburg, and describes the challenging recent march, marked by broken terrain, hot weather, and severe water scarcity that caused some men to faint. He discusses the ongoing campaign around Vicksburg, detailing the presence of both Confederate and Union forces. Knight mentions sickness among the men, including fever and diarrhea, and provides updates on Jonathan's and other soldiers' health. He describes the absence of tents, the scarcity of cooking resources, and the difficulties of finding and using water sources during the march. W. W. Knight also reflects on the character of some soldiers and the farming practices of the area. The author expresses gratitude for receiving Mary's letters, reassures her about their finances, and ends with a promise to write whenever possible
Pulitzer Prize — Congratulatory Letters “M-O” (JSK_BG2_F03)
No full textLetters from various parties congratulating John S. Knight on winning the Pulitzer Prize in journallis
Knight, William W., Letter to Mary Knight. September 11, 1862
No full textKnight, William W., Letter to Mary Knight. September 11, 1862. William Knight Letters, Box 1, Folder 2, Valdosta State University Archives and Special Collections. 1 pdf document and scans, 2 pages. Includes transcript.In this letter dated September 11th, 1862, the author, William W. Knight, writes to his wife, Mary, from their camp near Savannah. He expresses concern over the prevalence of sickness and death in their neighborhood. The camp itself has been hit by sickness, with numerous soldiers falling ill. The author reports that forty-eight soldiers in their company are sick.
The author discusses land clearing and farming plans with Mary, indicating preferences for the placement of fences and expressing hopes for productive crop growth. He advises Dick, possibly another family member or a farm worker, to take on only what he can manage effectively and not to overextend himself. He requests pencil points and mentions intentions to acquire a stove and other items from the city. The author inquires about the quality of their potatoes and expresses interest in having some if they turn out well. Overall, the letter reflects concerns about health, farming, and daily life during the Civil War era
John S. Knight and Libby Sammeth (BK2_F01_I0041)
No full text8 x 10 in. black and white photographic print of John S. Knight (left) posing with Akronite Elizabeth M. "Libby" Sammeth (1923-1984)
John S. Knight and Libby Sammeth (BK2_F01_I0039)
No full text8 x 10 in. black and white photographic print of John S. Knight (left) posing with Akronite Elizabeth M. "Libby" Sammeth (1923-1984)
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