Letter Books - Indexed Series - #1-1449
- CHUR #20 Letter : (Hurley, Edward Nash), (Washington District of Columbia) to E. M. Allen, Chicago, Illinois 1919/0215
Hurley is sorry that he did not meet (J.D.) Billard; Billard should call on (Henry Mouris) Robinson in Paris. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #20 Letter : Allen E. M., Chicago, Illinois to Edward N(ash) Hurley, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1919/0206
J. D. Billard of the American Refractories Company wants to meet a representative of the United States Shipping Board in Europe. He would prefer to see Hurley. Allen and Hurley's friend John Glenn told Allen that nobody had sent him roses recently. One of Allen's company's biggest men told Allen that Hurley was one American representative able to accomplish things in Europe. Ty. L.S. : 1p : 4to 3
- CHUR #20 Letter : Allen E. M., Chicago, (Illinois) to Edward N(ash) Hurley, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1919/0206
This is a letter of introduction to J. D. Billard who has charge of American Refractories Company's Magnesite Works in Austria. Billard can explain to Hurley the situation relative to the large tonnage that Allen's company had for shipment. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #21 Correspondent : American Refractories Company- E.A. Allen 4p (1)
- CHUR #22 Correspondent : Hercules Coal Company- J.H. McManaman 2p (1)
- CHUR #22 Letter : Mc Manaman, J. H., Morganfield, K(entuck)y to Ed(ward Nash) Hurley, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1918/0815
While in Washington, Mc Manaman met (____) Morrow who has a keen insight into the coal industry and his absolute sense of justice has made him very popular with the coal operators. Mc Manaman wants to congratulate Hurley on his worthy protege. A friend of Mc Manaman, Michael Hunt, would make an excellent inspector and, as far as his physic al condition would permit, he would do everything in his power. He's a good lawyer and his fine character and is dependable. Mc Manaman has always retailed his legal voting residence in Chicago and he has great plans for Hurley in Chicago after the war. Ty. L.S. : 1p : 4to 3
- CHUR #23 Correspondent : Alexander, William A. 5p (1)
- CHUR #23 Letter : Hurley, Edward N(ash), (Washington, District of Columbia) to William A. Alexander, Chicago, Ill(inois) 1918/0130
Hurley thanks Alexander for sending him the letter and the "Jingle." Hurley enjoyed them. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 1
- CHUR #23 Letter : Alexander, William A., Chicago, (Illinois) to E(dward) N(ash) Hurley, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1918/0623
(Alexander) is enclosing a "Jingle" which pertains to Hurley. A smile may lighten Hurley's load for just a moment. (Note: the jingle is enclosed). Ty. L.S.(and Jingle) : 1p : 8vo 1
- CHUR #23 Letter : Alexander, William A., Chicago, (Illinois) to E(dward) N(ash) Hurley, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1917/0727
Alexander congratuations Hurley on his appointment to Chairman of the United States Shipping Board. Alexander's firm is writing the bonds for the Government on cantonment and supply contracts. Their bonds are accepted anywhere in U.S. at a moment's notice. If Hurley needs a contractor's bond or supply bond he should contact Alexander's Company. Ty. L.S. : 1p : 8vo 1
- CHUR #24 Correspondent : Alpine, John R. 3p (1)
- CHUR #24 Letter : (Hurley, Edward Nash), (Washington District of Columbia) to John R. Alpine, New York, N(ew) Y(ork) 1918/0307
Hurley appreciates Alpine's compliment concerning Hurley's remarks at the Hippodrome. Alpine has the respect of the Shipping Board officials. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 1
- CHUR #24 Letter : Alpine, John R., New York, (New York) to Edward N(ash) Hurley, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1918/0304
It was a pleasure for Alpine to listen to and meet Hurley at Hippodrome. Hurley's address was very much to the point and it was practical and inspiring. Ty. L.S. : 1p. : 4to 1
- CHUR #25 Correspondent : Alyea, A.K. 3p (1)
- CHUR #25 Letter : (Smith, Salome) H.) Confidential Secretary (to Edward Nash Hurley) (Washington District of Columbia) to A. K. Alyea, Haussimont, Marne, France 1919/0228
Hurley thanks Alyea for forwarding to Hurley the letter from Captain (____) Shumen. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 3
- CHUR #25 Letter : Alyea A. K., Haussimont, Marne (France) to (Edward) N(ash) Hurley, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1919/0103
The enclosed letter should have been delivered to Hurley some time ago. Captian (____) Shuman, who wrote the letter, asked Alyea to read the letter before he sent it to Hurley. It was very interesting. (note: nothing is enclosed). Ty. L.S. : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #26 Correspondent : American International Shipbuilding Corporations- (1) J.A. O'Byrne, J.S. Lovering 6p (1)
- CHUR #26 Letter : O'Byrne J. A., Hog Island, P(ennsylvani)a to Salome H. Smith, Confidential Secretary to (Edward Nash Hurley) Washington, D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1918/0912
O'Bryne is very sorry that the photograph reached Smith in bad condition; O'Bryne ordered anoth one which he will send for free. Ty. L.S. : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #26 Letter : (Smith, S(alome) H.) Confidential Secretary (to Edward Nash Hurley) to J. A. O'Byrne, Philadelphia, P(ennsylvani)a 1918/0910
Smith thanks O'Bryne for the photograph of Mrs. (Woodrow) Wilson christening the Quistconck but the photograph was marred badly. Smith would like another photograph made and forwarded to him. Hurley wishes to pay for any expense. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 3
- CHUR #26 Letter : O'Byrne J. A., Philadelphia, P(ennsylvani)a to S(alome) H. Smith (Confidential Secretary to Edward Nash Hurley), Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1918/0909
O'Byrne's Corporation has taken the liberty of having the desired photograph made and enclosed, since (J.S.) Lovering is absent. At the present time Mr. Lovering is at the New York office of the American International Corporation. (note: photograph is enclosed). Ty. L.S. : 1p : 4to 3
- CHUR #26 Letter : (Smith, S(alome) H.) Confidential Secretary (to Edward Nash Hurley), (Washington, District of Columbia) to J. S. Lovering, Hog Island, P(ennsylvani)a 1918/0826
Hurley has received and appreciates the photographs of the launching of the "Quistconck." Hurley would like another picture of Mrs. (Woodrow) Wilson christening the boat. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 3
- CHUR #26 Letter : Lovering, J. S., Philadelphia, P(ennsylvani)a to John T. Barber, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1918/0807
Lovering is sending Barber photographs of the launching of the Quistconck. If Barber wants some different ones, he should let Lovering know. (Note: the photographs are not enclosed). Ty. L.S. : 1p : 4to 1
- CHUR #27 Correspondent : American International Co.- Charles A. Stone 2p (1)
- CHUR #27 Letter : Hurley, E(dward) N(ash), Washington (District of Columbia) to Cha(rle)s A. Stone, New York, (New York) 1918/0110
(Charles) Piez and Hurley are anxious to meet Stone in Washington at as early a date as is convenient. Duplicate Official Telegram : 1p : 12mo 2
- CHUR #28 Correspondent : United States Fuel Administration- M.L. Requa 2p (1)
- CHUR #28 Letter : (Hurley, Edward Nash), (Washington District of Columbia) to M. L. Requa, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1918/0228
Hurley thanks Requa for sending him the clipping written by "K.C.B." and published in the San Francisco Examiner. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 1
- CHUR #29 Correspondent : Bourne, Stephen M. 7p (1)
- CHUR #29 Letter : (Hurley, Edward Nash), (Washington District of Columbia) to Stephen N. Bourne, Philadelphia P(ennsylvani)a 1919/0516
Hurley wants to thank Bourne for sending him the articles on Electric Ship Propulsion. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 1
- CHUR #29 Letter : Bourne, Stephen (N), Philadelphia, P(ennsylvani)a to Edward N(ash) Hurley, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1918/0509
Bourne is enclosing an article on Electric Ship Propulsion in comparison with geared turbines. (note: enclosed is an article entitled "Electtric Ship Propulsion"). Ty. L.S. : 1p : 12mo 1
- CHUR #29 Letter : (Smith, S(alome) H.) Confidential Secretary (to Edward Nash Hurley) (Washington, District of Columbia) to Stephen N. Bourne, Philadelphia, P(ennsylvani)a 1918/0807
Smith is enclosing a $30 check covering the hire of a fleet automobile for Hurley for two days. (note: the check is not enclosed). Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #29 Letter : B(ailey), R(ichard) H. Jr., Confidential Clerk (to Edward Nash Hurley) (Washington District of Columbia) to Stephen (N) Bourne, Philadelphia, P(ennsylvani)a 1918/0806
There is enclosed a revised copy of Hurley's remarks at the dinner of the Emergency Fleet Club which Hurley wants Bourne to insert into the records of the Fleet Corporation. (note: copy of remarks is not enclosed). Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #30 Correspondent : American Telephone and Telegraph Company- N.C. Kingsbury 6p (1)
- CHUR #30 Letter : Kingsbury, N. C., New York, (New York) to S(alome) H. Smith, Confidential Secretary to (Edward Nash) Hurley, Washington, D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1919/0730
Kingsbury has written Elliot H. Goodwin asking him to second Kingsbury's application for membership in the Metropolitan Club. Ty. L.S. : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #30 Letter : (Bailey, R(ichard) H. Jr.) Assistant to the Chairman (Edward Nash Hurley) (Washington, District of Columbia) to N. C. Kingsbury, New York, (New York) 1919/0726
It is not important that Kingsbury make a special trip to Washington for the purpose of having Hurley introduce Kingsbury to some of the Governors of the Metropolitan Club. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #30 Letter : Kingsbury, N. C., (New York, New York) to R(ichard) H. Bailey, Assistant to the Chairan (Edward Nash Hurley) Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1919/0716
Kingsbury had been looking for a chance to see Hurley in Washington and accept his kind suggestion that he introduce Kingsbury to some of the Governors of the Metropolitan Club, but Kingsbury has not been in Washington when Hurley has been there. Kingsbury wants to know if it is necessary to make the trip to Washington. He also thanks Bailey for sending him a copy of Hurley's letter to Woodbury Blair, Secretary of the Metropolitan Club. Ty. L.S. : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #30 Letter : Kingsbury, N. C., New York, (New York) to John E. Barber, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1918/0821
Kingsbury is very glad to take this matter up with his operating people with a view to arranging for Hurley's service while he is at home at Wheaton, Illinois. Ty. L.S. : 1p : 4to 1
- CHUR #30 Letter : Kingsbury, N. C., New York, (New York) to Edward N(ash) Hurley, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1917/0726
Kingsbury wants to congratualate Hurley on his new appointment to the United States Shipping Board. If Kingsbury can be of any service, Hurley should let him know. Ty. L.S. : 1p : 12mo 1
- CHUR #31 Correspondent : Anderson, Alec 6p (1)
- CHUR #31 Letter : Anderson, Alec, Galesburg, Ill(inois) to (Edward Nash) Hurley, (Washington, District of Columbia) 1918/1019
J(ames) O'Connor and Anderson were just speaking of Hurley. Anderson is very happy to know the man (Hurley) who holds such a responsible position in the nation's crisis. Anderson himself can't do very much; he feels he can help by doing his best at home. He wants to know how the Hurley family is (Mrs. Hurley, Helen (Hurley), Jack (Hurley), Edward (Hurley), Raymond (Hurley). Anderson's family is in good health. Anderson is working on Louise Seacord's farm. He wants to know if Hurley still runs his farm. It would give Anderson great pleasure if Hurley would call them up or come to see them. A.L.S. : 4pp : 12mo 6
- CHUR #31 Letter : (Hurley, Edward Nash) (Washington District of Columbia) to Alec Anderson, Galesburg, Illinois 1918/1023
Hurley is glad to know that Mr. and Mrs. Anderson are very well; he will always remember the pleasant times they had together on Hurley's farm. Mrs. E.N.Hurley and the children are well. Jack (Hurley) and Ellen (Hurley) are at Wheaton with Mrs. Hurley until the epidemic subsides. Ray(mond) (Hurley) is in France; Ed(ward) Hurley expects to go overseas with the Railway Engineers. Both boys have charming young wives. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 6
- CHUR #32 Correspondent : Andres, William J. 5p (1)
- CHUR #32 Letter : (Smith, Salome) H.) Confidential Secretary (to Edward Nash Hurley) (Washington, District of Columbia) to William J. Anders, Bridgeport, Connecticut 1918/0711
If Anders can decide what type of work he wishes to do and can locate an opening, Hurley would be glad to do what he can to help Andres secure it. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #32 Letter : Andrea, William J., Brideport, Conn(ecticut) to Edward N(ash) Hurley, Washington, D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1918/0629
Andres would like some advice from Hurley. He is undecided as to whether he can serve better in the service or in an industrial capacity. Andres wants advice as to where his proper place is and how he can attain that place. (note: there is also a copy of this letter). A.L.S. : 2pp : 12mo 1
- CHUR #33 Correspondent : Brown, E.H. 4p (1)
- CHUR #33 Letter : Hurley, Edward N(ash) (Washington District of Columbia) to E. H. Brown, Chicago, Illinois 1917/0925
Hurley realizes the predicament that the new law places Brown in, but Hurley doesn't have time to investigate the problem. He is thus sending Brown's letter to Postmaster General (Albert Sidney) Burleson and is asking one of his assistants to interpret the law as it applies to Brown's case. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #33 Letter : Hurley, Edward N(ash) (Washington, District of Columbia) to A(lbert) S(idney) Burleson, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1917/0925
Hurley wants Burleson to have some of his experts advise Hurley whether (E. H.) Brown interpreted the law correctly. If he has, he is certainly going to have a hard time. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #33 Letter : Brown, E. H., Chicago, (Illinois) to Edward N(ash) Hurley (Washington District of Columbia) 1917/0915
If the zone system goes through, Brown will lose $83,000 in stock holdings and also his position. Any help that Hurley can give Brown will be appreciated. He is enclosing a letter explaining his predicament. (note: the letter is not enclosed). A.L.S. : 1p : 4to 1
- CHUR #34 Correspondent : Brown, E.T. 3p (1)
- CHUR #34 Letter : Hurley, (Edward Nash), Washington (District of Columbia) to E. T. Brown, Atlanta, Georgia 1918/0912
Hurley has just wired (William Julius) Harris congratulations and wants to express his gratitude for Brown's loyalty and devotion to Harris. Harris is fortunate in having Brown as an advisor. Duplicate Telegram : 1p : 12mo 2
- CHUR #34 Letter : Brown, E. T., Atlanta, (Georgia) to Edward N(ash) Hurley, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1918/0911
(William Julius) Harris was elected by big majority. (____) Howard poor third. Telegram : 1p : 12mo 3
- CHUR #35 Correspondent : Brown, Franklin Q. 5p (1)
- CHUR #35 Letter : Hurley, E(dward) N(ash), Washington (District of Columbia) to Franklin Q. Brown, New York, (New York) 1917/1205
Hurley thanks Brown for the telegram and wants Brown to write him. Duplicate Telegram : 1p : 12mo 1
- CHUR #35 Letter : Brown, Franklin Q., New York, (New York) to E(dward) N(ash) Hurley, Ch(ica)go, (Illinois)
The party referred to in their conversation is a stock broker. He has been a board member of the firm. Brown wants to know if he should write Hurley in Washington D.C. Telegram : 1p : 12mo 1
- CHUR #35 Letter : Brown, Franklin Q., New York, (New York) to (Edward Nash) Hurley, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1917/0726
Brown is very much pleased with Hurley's appointment to the chairmanship of the (United States Shipping Board). It is a time for a man of constructive ideas and prompt decision. A.L.S. : 2pp : 4to 1
- CHUR #36 Correspondent : Brown, Henry Collins 11p (1)
- CHUR #36 Letter : (Smith, S(alome) H.) Confidential Secretary to(Edward Nash Hurley) (Washington District of Columbia) to Henry Collins Brown, New York (New York) 1918/0731
Hurley is absent from Washington; Brown should try to call Hurley some other time. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #36 Letter : (Smith, S(alome) H.) Confidential Secretary to (Edward Nash Hurley) (Washington District of Columbia) to Henry Collins Brown, New York (New York) 1918/0723
Hurley wants Smith to tell Brown that Hurley would be glad to talk to Brown if he came to Washington. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #36 Letter : Brown, Henry Collins, (New York, New York) to S(alome) H. Smith, (Confidential Sec(retar)y to Edward N(ash) Hurley (Washington District of Columbia) (1918)/0729
Brown would like to arrange to see Hurley. His business is not very important but he still thinks that Hurley would enjoy seeing the Clipper. Ships that Brown will bring and it will make Brown's book of greater value to the government. A.L.S. : 1p : 12mo 2
- CHUR #36 Letter : Brown, Henry Collins, (New York, New York) to Edward N(ash) Hurley, Washington D(istrcit of) C(olumbia) (1918)/0702
Brown would like to see Hurley about Brown's "Ship Book." Both Secretary (of the Navy) (Josephus) Daniels and Assistant Secretary (of the Navy) (Franklin Delano) Roosevelt have asked Brown to make his book useful. Because of the War, Brown fears his past precepts are valueless. But he thinks it will be interesting; he has many quaint old colored points of byegone days. In addition to that, he would like to be of service to the Government. He would like suggestions or ideas. (note: there is also a copy of this letter). A.L.S. : 2pp : 12mo 3
- CHUR #36 Letter : Brown, Henry Collins, New York, (New York) to (Edward Nash Hurley) (Washington District of Columbia) 1918
The item is a tenative page for Brown's book, American Ships. Ty. Sheet : 1p : 4to 1
- CHUR #36 Letter : Brown, Henry Collins, New York, (New York) to (Edward Nash Hurley) (Washington District of Columbia)
The item is an announcement of an upcoming book entitled "Valentine's Manual." The announcement lists the contents of the book and a partial list of founders of the "Manual.". Leaflet : 6pp : 16mo 1
- CHUR #37 Correspondent : Sabotage 76p (1)
- CHUR #37 Letter : Stansbury, F.B., (Portland, Oregon) to Edmund Leigh, (____) 1918/0206
The item is a long report on "Labor-Sabotage and Obstructionism as War Restrictives and Revolutionary Weapons, etc." (Three Copies). Ty. Carbon Copy : 75pp : 4to 1
- CHUR #38 Correspondent : Brundage, M.W. 2p (1)
- CHUR #38 Letter : Brundage, M. W., Erie, P(ennsylvani)a to Edw(ard) N(ash) Hurley, Washington, D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1917/0727
Brundage congratulates Hurely; (the United States) needs a man of Hurley's ability. Brundage has picked out some psalms that he wants Hurley to read. He wants God to help Hurley and President Woodrow Wilson. A.L.S. : 1p : 4to 1
- CHUR #39 Correspondent : Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers- W.S. Stone, H.M. Stetler 12p
- CHUR #39 Letter : (Hurley, Edward Nash), (Washington District of Columbia) to H. M. Stetler, Mrs., Chicago, Illinois 1918/0919
It is a great pleasure for Hurley to give $50 to the work which the wives of the Locomotive Engineers are doing. Hurley is very interested in their work. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 1
- CHUR #39 Letter : Stetler, Mrs. H. M., Chicago, (Illinois) to Hurley, E(dward) N(ash), (Washington District of Columbia) 1918/0915
The wives of the Locomotive Engineers in Chicago have created an Independant Relief Association, the purpose of which is to lend assistance whereever it is needed at the time of war stress. The organization has brought yarn to knit clothes and has held Bazaars. They would like Hurley to contribute some money as they realize the esteem that Hurley is held by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. The request for a contribution has been sanctioned by Mrs. W. A. Murdock who is the International Grand President of the (Independent Relief Association). A.L.S. : 2pp : 12mo 2
- CHUR #39 Letter : (Hurley, Edward Nash) (washington District of Columbia) to H. M. Stetler, Chicago, (Illinois) 1918/0823
Hurley received Stetler's letter enclosing a bill for $10.50. Hurley is sorry that his dues were in arrears but he hopes that no action will ever be taken against his membership in the International Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers because his dues are in arrears. Hurley appreciates Stetler's interest in Hurley's work. Hurley is happy to be associated with his old Division 253 in such an organization as the International Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 1
- CHUR #39 Letter : Stetler, H. M., (Chicago, Illinois) to Edward N(ash) Hurley (Washington District of Columbia) 1918/0818
The Members of Division 253 Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers want to congratulate Hurley on his appointment to Chairman of the Ship Building Commission. He hopes that under Hurley's direction, the new ship will be a factor in getting the Kaiser. A.L.S. : 1p : 4to 1
- CHUR #39 Letter : Stone, Warren S., Cleveland, O(hio) to S(alome) (H.) Smith, (Confidential Secretary to Edward Nash Hurley) Washington, D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1918/0715
Stone has received Hurley's letter of July 11th and thanks Hurley. A.L.S. : 1p : 12mo 2
- CHUR #39 Letter : (Hurley, Edward Nash) (Washington District of Columbia) to W(arren) S. Stone, Cleveland, Ohio 1918/0708
Hurley is honored that the Grand International Division of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers wrote such a complimentary letter to President (Woodrow Wilson). Wilson's reply makes Hurley doubly appreciative. Hurley feels that his efforts are worthwhile when he is approved by such a great organization and he hopes that any future acts (of Hurley's) will reflect credit on the Organization. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #39 Letter : Stone, Warren S., Cleveland, O(hio) to Edward N(ash) Hurley, Washington, D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1918/0702
Stone is enclosing a copy of a letter written to President (Woodrow) Wilson, relative of Hurley's appointment, and Wilson's reply. Enclosure: A.L.S. : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #39 Letter : Stone, Warren S., Cleveland, O(hio) to President Woodrow Wilson, Washington (District of Columbia) 1918/0614
By action of the Grand International Division, Stone is instructed to extend to Wilson the thanks of the organization for having appointed Hurley, a member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, to the important position of Chairman of the Shipping Board. The organization feels Hurley will fulfill his position honorably (note: there is a second copy of this letter). Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 1 : Files with these letters:
- CHUR #39 Letter : Wilson, President Woodrow, Washington, (District of Columbia) to Warren S. Stone, Cleveland, Ohio 1918/0618
Wilson thanks Stone for his letter of appreciation at Wilson's having appointed Hurley as Chairman of the Shipping Board. It gave Wilson genuine satisfaction to show his confidence in Hurley. Ty. Copy, A.L.S.; Ty. Carbon Copy; Ty. Copy : 1p : 4to 1 : and 3pp 4to 4
- CHUR #40 Correspondent : Brush, Matthew C. 8p (1)
- CHUR #40 Letter : Brush, M(atthew) C., Hog Island, P)ennsylvani)a to S(alome) H. Smith, Confidential Secretarty to (Edward Nash) Hurley, (Washington District of Columbia) 1919/0731
Hurley has asked Smith to forward to Brush a copy of Hurley's book "The Awakening of Business." Smith is mailing it under separate cover. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #40 Letter : (Hurley, Edward Nash) (Washington District of Columbia) to Matthew C. Brush, Philadelphia, P(ennsylvani)a 1919/0612
Hurley feels that Brush's launching was wonderful and all are proud of the way Brush is handling matters at Hog Island. Ty Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #40 Letter : Brush, Matthew C., Philadelphia (Pennsylvania) to E(dward) N(ash) Hurley, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1919/0609
Brush is enclosing a copy of the Hog Island News which he thinks will be of interest to Hurley (not enclosed). The statements which appear on page 3 were worked up by Frank Lord. Brush thought that giving the log of each of the ships so far delivered ought to be an asset to all. With Lord's approval, Brush used Hurley's letter on page 5. Brush is sure that if Hurley and others have given their efforts, Hurley would feel repaid for his trouble in writing the letter. Brush has been trying to be of service to (____) Ackerson in preparation of his care tomorrow, and Brush hopes that Hurley and Ackerson have a successful hearing. Ty. L.S. : 1p : 4to 3
- CHUR #40 Letter : Brush, Matthew C., Philadelphia, Penn(sylvania) to E(dward) N(ash) Hurley, St. Louis, M(iss)o(uri) 1919/0429
The Eyres Club of New York, of which Brush is a member, is having a small annual dinner and Brush would like Hurley to be his guest. The club is made up of one hundred manufacturers; it is not a formal dinner; and there won't be any speeches. Telegram : 1p : 12mo 1
- CHUR #40 Letter : (Smith, S(alome H.) Confidential Secretary (to Edward Nash Hurley) (Washington District of Columbia) to Matthew C. Brush, Philadelphia, P(ennsylvani)a 1919/0401
Smith thanks Brush for sending Hurley a copy of the report before the Senate Committee on January 30,1919. Smith will call it to Hurley's attention. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #40 Letter : Brush, Matthew C. Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania) to Edward N(ash) Hurley, Washington, D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1919/0325
Brush is sending Hurley a report of the Senate Commerce Commitee. (Note: the report is not enclosed). Ty. L.S. : 1p : 4to 1
- CHUR 1/02 Folder : Letter Book 2 - Letters #41-80
- CHUR #41 Correspondent : Spencer, Sydney 15p (2)
- CHUR #41 Letter : Spencer, Sydney, Washington (District of Columbia) to (Edward Nash) Hurley, (Washington District of Columbia) 1918/1013
Spencer wants to thank Hurley for the kindness he showed him while Spencer was in Washington. Hurley's chauffeur drove Spencer to Mount Vernon. He thanks Hurley for the three letters of introduction. Spencer is going to have trouble catching the White Star Boat. He is going to see (____) Missick. Spencer hopes that (the United States) can present a stiff front against the Germans. He wonders how people can treat with people who at the same time commit atrocities like the Leinster trains and ticonderoga to say nothing of the destruction of the towns and villages they are evacuating (there is also a copy of this letter). A.L.S. : 3pp : 16mo 1
- CHUR #41 Letter : (Hurley, Edward Nash), (Washington, District of Columbia) to Metropolitan Club, Chief Clerk of Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1918/1010
Hurley's friend, Sydney Spencer is visiting Washington and Hurley would like a visitor's card admitting him to the privileges of the club. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #41 Letter : (Hurley, Edward Nash) (Washington, District of Columbia) to Sydney Spencer, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1918/1007
Hurley is happy to know that Spencer is coming to Washington; he hopes to meet Spencer. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #41 Letter : Spencer, Sydney, Chicago, (Illinois) to Edward Nash Hurley (Washington District of Columbia) 1918/1002
Alex(ander) Spencer is a brother of Sydney Spencer. Alex had given Sydney a letter which Sydney hopes to give to Hurley when he comes to Washington. Sydney is on his way back from an interesting trip to the Malay States where he went to inspect a rubber estate. It was his first trip to the Far East. He is only passing through Chicago on his way to Detroit (Michigan), Akron (Ohio) and Washington. (Note: there is also a copy of this letter) A.L.S. : 1p : 4to 2
- CHUR #41 Letter : (Hurley, Edward Nash), (Washington District of Columbia) to Alex(ander) Spencer, (London), England 1918/0709
Hurley is sorry that Spencer lost a grandson and a son in the war. The English people have suffered but they have not suffered in vain. The (United States) is alive to the occasion. Hurley has two boys in the service one just recently sailed for France. Hurley hears from (____) O'Donnell occasionally. Hurley has a warm spot for his friend from England, and his experience there helped him. With Lord (____) Reading and Sir Richard Crawford, Hurley is intimately acquainted. They are good representatives of Great Britain and have the good will of the American people. Hurley hopes to see Spencer and others soon. Ty Carbon Copy : 2pp : 4to 4
- CHUR #41 Letter : Spencer, Alex(ander), (London, England) to (Edward Nash) Hurley, (Washington District of Columbia) 1918/0619
Spencer has seen (____) Billington, who has had a trying experience; Billington appreciates the kindness that Hurley showed him. Hurley's friends in England follow him with great interest and hope to see Hurley over in England. The (British) see (American) soldiers daily; they are a determined lot. Spencer lost a grandson and a son in the war. It was an awful blow (especially to lose their son). Spencer's brother (Sydney Spencer) will call on Hurley on the way back from Singapore and Japan. Everything is war over in England; the (Germans) must be beaten to dust. (note: there is a copy of this letter) A.L.S. : 2pp : 16mo 3
- CHUR #41 Letter : Spencer, Alex(ander), London, (England) to E(dward) N(ash) Hurley, Washington (District of Columbia) 1918/0215
Spencer's letter will introduce his brother Sydney (Spencer) who is on his way via Japan to visit a Rubber Estate in the Malay, they have bought. He is traveling around America and Japan to avoid torpedos and to see America and Japan. Spencer wishes that Hurley would arrange for Sydney to visit some Rubber Type Works. Ty. L.S. : 2pp : 4to 2
- CHUR #42 Correspondent : Commercial Club of Chicago- Rufus C. Dawes 11p (2)
- CHUR #42 Letter : Dawes, Rufus C., Chicago, (Illinois), The Commerical Club of to (Edward Nash Hurley), (Washington District of Columbia) 1919/0617
A fellow member (of the Commerical Club), J. Harley Bradley, died on June 16. Funeral Services will be held and interment will be private. Ty. Notice : 1p : 32mo 2
- CHUR #42 Letter : Dawes, Rufus C., Chicago, (Illinois), The Commerical Club of to (Edward Nash Hurley), (Washington District of Columbia) 1919/0517
A fellow member (of the Commerical Club), Granger Farwell, died on May 16. Ty. Notice : 1p : 32mo 2
- CHUR #42 Letter : Dawes, Rufus C., Chicago, (Illinois), The Commerical Club of to Edward N(ash) Hurley, Washington D(istrict of) C(olumbia) 1918/1026
Those members of the club who are engaged in war work, with headquarters away from Chicago, will be notified of meetings by mail but the rule requiring an explanation of non-attendance on their part, for the time being, will be waived. Ty. L.S. : 1p : 4to 1
- CHUR #42 Letter : (____) Chicago, (Illinois), Commerical Club of to (Edward Nash Hurley), (Washington District of Columbia) 1918/1026
The item is a notice for a regular meeting (note: it includes the names of the executive committee members and those invited to give addresses). Ty Notice : 2pp : 12mo 1
- CHUR #42 Letter : (____) Chicago, (Illinois), Commerical Club of to (Edward Nash Hurley), (washington District of Columbia) 1918/1026
The notice includes the proposed plans of the club and a letter by Cha(rle)s H. Wacker. (note: it also includes the names of the executive committee members) Ty. Notice : 3pp : 12mo 2
- CHUR #42 Letter : (Hurley, Edward Nash), (Washington District of Columbia) to (Rufus C. Dawes) Chicago, Illinois, Commerical Club of 1918/0520
In the future, Hurley wants his mail sent to a different address. Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p : 4to 1
- CHUR #42 Letter : (Smith, S(alome) H.) Secretary to (Edward Nash) Hurley (Washington District of Columbia) to The Commercial Club of Chicago, Illinois 1918/0422
Smith is enclosing a check for $103.75 covering claims The Commerical Club has against Hurley. (note: check is not enclosed) Ty. Carbon Copy : 1p. : 4to 2
- CHUR #42 Letter : McCoy, J(ames) A., Chicago, (Illinois) to E(dward Nash) Hurley, Washington District of Columbia 1918/0416
The Commerical Club of Chicago has a claim against Hurley of $103.75. The Secretary of the club (Rufus C. Dawes) called McCoy up but McCoy doesn't know if Hurley wants to pay it or not. Ty. L.S. : 1p : 4to 2