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TextLois Augusta Robinson to her family, December 3, 1956
Robinson, Lois AugustaA letter from Lois to her family praising her mother for her typing skill, giving an update on Esther, describing the weather and the challenges the dampness has brought, giving an update on the family garden, describing how Steed has been doing and what activities he is up to, mentioning that the family has been invited to the Milk family home for Christmas dinner, insisting that the family is safe despite what may be heard about revolutionary activity in the area, and sharing her thoughts on the current political climate in Cuba.Subject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA letter from Lois to her family praising her mother for her typing skill, giving an update on Esther, describing the weather and the challenges the dampness has brought, giving an update on the family garden, describing how Steed has been doing and what activities he is up to, mentioning that the family has been invited to the Milk family home for Christmas dinner, insisting that the family is safe despite what may be heard about revolutionary activity in the area, and sharing her thoughts on the current political climate in Cuba. -
TextLois Augusta Robinson to her family, July 29, 1956
Robinson, Lois AugustaA letter from Lois to her family reporting that Morrell is soon to return from his trip to Havana and Jacksonville and that he was successful in his business there, sharing news of her and Steed's health, describing a party that was held in honor of the outgoing President of the Women's Society and that both the President and she herself received gifts, thanking them for their previous letter, listing the items that she would like them to bring when they come to visit Cuba as well as ideas for gifts they might bring for Steed, and thanking them for the magazines.Subject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA letter from Lois to her family reporting that Morrell is soon to return from his trip to Havana and Jacksonville and that he was successful in his business there, sharing news of her and Steed's health, describing a party that was held in honor of the outgoing President of the Women's Society and that both the President and she herself received gifts, thanking them for their previous letter, listing the items that she would like them to bring when they come to visit Cuba as well as ideas for gifts they might bring for Steed, and thanking them for the magazines. -
TextLois Augusta Robinson to her family, June 5, 1956
Robinson, Lois AugustaA letter from Lois to her family expressing her relief and satisfaction in being able to be of more use in the church and clinic now that she and Morrell have a better handle on Spanish, describing how the family and their friends celebrated Lois' birthday, sharing that Steed is in need of a new playmate, providing an update on the clinic and the head doctor there, describing the weather, sharing about her experience going with another woman to a rural community to do some public health work and evangelistic work, giving an update on her pregnancy, reporting that the local mangoes are inSubject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA letter from Lois to her family expressing her relief and satisfaction in being able to be of more use in the church and clinic now that she and Morrell have a better handle on Spanish, describing how the family and their friends celebrated Lois' birthday, sharing that Steed is in need of a new playmate, providing an update on the clinic and the head doctor there, describing the weather, sharing about her experience going with another woman to a rural community to do some public health work and evangelistic work, giving an update on her pregnancy, reporting that the local mangoes are in -
TextLois Augusta Robinson to her family, May 21, 1956
Robinson, Lois AugustaA letter from Lois to her family expressing her wish to be with them for graduation, sharing her news from Mrs. Williams, describing all the ways that Steed has been developing and growing, mentioning that she is making curtains for the house, noting that it was recently Cuban Independence Day, mentioning that there has been some drought recently, describing the carnaval celebrations, and describing a dinner they attended at the home of a couple who work for the United Fruit Company.Subject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA letter from Lois to her family expressing her wish to be with them for graduation, sharing her news from Mrs. Williams, describing all the ways that Steed has been developing and growing, mentioning that she is making curtains for the house, noting that it was recently Cuban Independence Day, mentioning that there has been some drought recently, describing the carnaval celebrations, and describing a dinner they attended at the home of a couple who work for the United Fruit Company. -
TextLois Augusta Robinson to her family, September 9, 1956
Robinson, Lois AugustaA letter from Lois to her family mentioning writing letters for the clinic and her improving Spanish, clarifying several points from a previous letter (Mrs.Subject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA letter from Lois to her family mentioning writing letters for the clinic and her improving Spanish, clarifying several points from a previous letter (Mrs. -
TextLois Augusta Robinson to her family, [December 2,] 1956
Robinson, Lois AugustaA letter from Lois to her family giving small updates on the whole family, mentioning that they spoke with Dr. Steward about the fundraising effort for the clinic, expressing joy at being able to return to work in the clinic, describing the weather and how the change in temperature has changed their daily wear, mentioning that she and Morrell have been invited to a public function organized by the mayor to celebrate a hero of the Cuban fight for independence, and sharing her thoughts on the revolutionaries who are fighting in the hills of Oriente.Subject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA letter from Lois to her family giving small updates on the whole family, mentioning that they spoke with Dr. Steward about the fundraising effort for the clinic, expressing joy at being able to return to work in the clinic, describing the weather and how the change in temperature has changed their daily wear, mentioning that she and Morrell have been invited to a public function organized by the mayor to celebrate a hero of the Cuban fight for independence, and sharing her thoughts on the revolutionaries who are fighting in the hills of Oriente. -
TextMidway Methodist Church
Francis, W. GlenA brief history of the Midway Church including details of the church's founding, the construction and renovation of the church building, and early church meetings.Subject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionsCopyrightCOPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATEDA brief history of the Midway Church including details of the church's founding, the construction and renovation of the church building, and early church meetings. -
TextMorrell Steed Robinson and Lois Augusta Robinson to friends and family, September 15, 1956, Mayarí, Oriente, Cuba
Robinson, Morrell SteedA letter from Morrell and Lois Robinson through the Board of Mission to their friends and loved ones providing a report on their missionary work and the general state of the region of Cuba where they are working. They describe the work of the pediatric clinic, report on the Mayari, Felton, Arroyo Blanco, Oriente, and Nicaro congregational areas, and provide updates on their personal lives and that of their family.Subject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA letter from Morrell and Lois Robinson through the Board of Mission to their friends and loved ones providing a report on their missionary work and the general state of the region of Cuba where they are working. They describe the work of the pediatric clinic, report on the Mayari, Felton, Arroyo Blanco, Oriente, and Nicaro congregational areas, and provide updates on their personal lives and that of their family. -
TextMorrell Steed Robinson to Donald and Elsie Lerch, February 17, 1956, Miami, Florida
Robinson, Morrell SteedA postcard from Morrell to Lois' parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lerch, letting them know that he and Lois are being held up in Miami for an extra two days before they can continue on to Cuba and will be staying with the Blakes.Subject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA postcard from Morrell to Lois' parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lerch, letting them know that he and Lois are being held up in Miami for an extra two days before they can continue on to Cuba and will be staying with the Blakes. -
TextMorrell Steed Robinson to Donald and Elsie Lerch, October 31, 1956
Robinson, Morrell SteedA letter from Morrell to Lois' parents, Donald and Elsie, thanking them for their letter, asking how the Sunday service went where they were asked to talk about their trip to Cuba, discussing a trip he took to Santiago and the typewriter they got there, describing how a group of soldiers were stopping and searching all cars in the wake of two assassinations of important government officials, expressing his hope that there might be a spiritual and moral revolution amongst the Cuban people so that armed revolution might be averted, sharing his thoughts on the corruption and intimidationSubject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA letter from Morrell to Lois' parents, Donald and Elsie, thanking them for their letter, asking how the Sunday service went where they were asked to talk about their trip to Cuba, discussing a trip he took to Santiago and the typewriter they got there, describing how a group of soldiers were stopping and searching all cars in the wake of two assassinations of important government officials, expressing his hope that there might be a spiritual and moral revolution amongst the Cuban people so that armed revolution might be averted, sharing his thoughts on the corruption and intimidation -
TextMorrell Steed Robinson to Donald and Elsie Lerch, September 25, 1956
Robinson, Morrell SteedA telegram from Morrell to Lois' parents, Donald and Elsie, informing them of the birth of Esther Louise Robinson and that both baby and mother are doing well.Subject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA telegram from Morrell to Lois' parents, Donald and Elsie, informing them of the birth of Esther Louise Robinson and that both baby and mother are doing well. -
TextMorrell Steed Robinson to Elsie Lerch, April 20, 1956
Robinson, Morrell SteedA letter from Morrell to Lois' mother, Elsie, thanking her for her letter and her kindness to him, expressing his and Lois' appreciation for the Milks (another missionary couple), giving an update on Lois' health, describing Lois' new haircut, sharing a story about his pants being stolen, expressing his sadness over the state of steak, and providing a map of the neighborhood where they live.Subject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA letter from Morrell to Lois' mother, Elsie, thanking her for her letter and her kindness to him, expressing his and Lois' appreciation for the Milks (another missionary couple), giving an update on Lois' health, describing Lois' new haircut, sharing a story about his pants being stolen, expressing his sadness over the state of steak, and providing a map of the neighborhood where they live. -
TextMorrell Steed Robinson to Elsie Lerch, August 16, 1956
Robinson, Morrell SteedA letter from Morrell to Lois' mother, Elsie, apologizing for not visiting of calling while he was in Florida, describing his trip to Jacksonville and then Fort Lauderdale, listing the things he had brought back from Florida (gifts, a tape recorder, etc.), reporting on his family's health and well being, describing his work with the Bible Schools and camp sessions, giving an update on Lois' health and her pregnancy, sharing his plans for taking Lois and Steed to the beach, expressing satisfaction and enjoyment in his work and ability to speak in Spanish, asking if a letter heSubject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA letter from Morrell to Lois' mother, Elsie, apologizing for not visiting of calling while he was in Florida, describing his trip to Jacksonville and then Fort Lauderdale, listing the things he had brought back from Florida (gifts, a tape recorder, etc.), reporting on his family's health and well being, describing his work with the Bible Schools and camp sessions, giving an update on Lois' health and her pregnancy, sharing his plans for taking Lois and Steed to the beach, expressing satisfaction and enjoyment in his work and ability to speak in Spanish, asking if a letter he -
TextMorrell Steed Robinson to Elsie Lerch, February 19, 1956, Holguín, Oriente, Cuba
Robinson, Morrell SteedA letter from Morrell to Lois' mother, Elsie, informing her of his and Lois' arrival in Cuba and the delay at customs, updating her on how Lois and Steed are handling the travel, describing their time in Havana.Subject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA letter from Morrell to Lois' mother, Elsie, informing her of his and Lois' arrival in Cuba and the delay at customs, updating her on how Lois and Steed are handling the travel, describing their time in Havana. -
TextMorrell Steed Robinson to Elsie Lerch, June 8, 1956, Mayarí, Oriente, Cuba
Robinson, Morrell SteedA letter from Morrell to Lois' mother, Elsie, reflecting on the amount of correspondence he and Lois send and receive, expressing this pleasure at Elsie's last letter discussing the wedding, sharing his sadness at the Blackburns leaving Clearwater, describing the rain and its effect on church attendence, expressing surprise at his growing capability in using Spanish, sharing some tips about drinking water and boat travel for when they come to visit the family in Cuba, thanking her for the subscription to Newsweek magazine, sharing news of his family, providing an update on Steed, andSubject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA letter from Morrell to Lois' mother, Elsie, reflecting on the amount of correspondence he and Lois send and receive, expressing this pleasure at Elsie's last letter discussing the wedding, sharing his sadness at the Blackburns leaving Clearwater, describing the rain and its effect on church attendence, expressing surprise at his growing capability in using Spanish, sharing some tips about drinking water and boat travel for when they come to visit the family in Cuba, thanking her for the subscription to Newsweek magazine, sharing news of his family, providing an update on Steed, and -
TextMorrell Steed Robinson to Elsie Lerch, March 20, 1956, Mayarí, Oriente, Cuba
Robinson, Morrell SteedA letter from Morrell to Lois' mother, Elsie, describing the family's busy Sunday schedule, providing an update on Lois' pregnancy and preparations, describing the weather and plans for planting a garden, sharing about his and Lois' progress in learning Spanish, updating on Steed's development, and sharing his frustration at being unable to fully involve himself in the work.Subject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA letter from Morrell to Lois' mother, Elsie, describing the family's busy Sunday schedule, providing an update on Lois' pregnancy and preparations, describing the weather and plans for planting a garden, sharing about his and Lois' progress in learning Spanish, updating on Steed's development, and sharing his frustration at being unable to fully involve himself in the work. -
TextMorrell Steed Robinson to Elsie Lerch, May 13, 1956
Robinson, Morrell SteedA letter from Morrell to Lois' mother, Elsie, wishing her a happy Mother's Day, thanking her for the subscription to Newsweek magazine, describing his birthday celebrations and gifts, expressing his happiness that the carnival season is coming to an end, sharing details about how they plan to get news from the States and manage their accounts better, describing his endeavors in gardening, praising Lois' mothering, asking for a picture of Elsie and Donald to share with Steed before they arrive, describing how active Steed is, and insisting that the new child will be a boy ratherSubject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA letter from Morrell to Lois' mother, Elsie, wishing her a happy Mother's Day, thanking her for the subscription to Newsweek magazine, describing his birthday celebrations and gifts, expressing his happiness that the carnival season is coming to an end, sharing details about how they plan to get news from the States and manage their accounts better, describing his endeavors in gardening, praising Lois' mothering, asking for a picture of Elsie and Donald to share with Steed before they arrive, describing how active Steed is, and insisting that the new child will be a boy rather -
TextMother's Day Card
Robinson, Lois AugustaA Mother's Day note from Lois and Morrell to Lois' mother, Elsie.Subject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA Mother's Day note from Lois and Morrell to Lois' mother, Elsie. -
TextPreston Presbyterian Church (Preston, Ga.) history
Preston Presbyterian Church (Preston, Ga.)This history includes the years 1946-1948, 1956-1958, 1960-1963, 1965-1966, 1969-1971.Subject - Time PeriodCollectionsCopyrightIN COPYRIGHT - EDUCATIONAL USE PERMITTEDThis history includes the years 1946-1948, 1956-1958, 1960-1963, 1965-1966, 1969-1971. -
TextRaytown Methodist Church
Brown, Miss Sharon Christine DavidsonA brief handwritten history of Providence Church including details of the church's founding, buildings, membership, and trustees.Subject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionsCopyrightCOPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATEDA brief handwritten history of Providence Church including details of the church's founding, buildings, membership, and trustees. -
TextThe National Association of Biblical Instructors Forty-seventh Annual Meeting
National Association of Biblical InstructorsA program for the 47th Annual meeting of the National Association of Biblical Instructors, held at Union Theological Seminary in New York on December 28-29, 1956.Subject - Time PeriodDate CreatedCollectionsCopyrightIN COPYRIGHTA program for the 47th Annual meeting of the National Association of Biblical Instructors, held at Union Theological Seminary in New York on December 28-29, 1956.