University Library, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

University of Illinois I-Mark

The items in the Digital Collections of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Library contain materials which represent or depict sensitive topics or were written from perspectives using outdated or biased language. The Library condemns discrimination and hatred on any grounds. As a research library that supports the mission and values of this land grant institution, it is incumbent upon the University Library to preserve, describe, and provide access to materials to accurately document our past, support learning about it, and effect change in the present. In accordance with the American Library Association’s Freedom to Read statement, we do not censor our materials or prevent patrons from accessing them.

If you have questions regarding this statement or any content in the Library’s digital collections, please contact digitalcollections@lists.illinois.edu

American Library Association’s Freedom to Read Statement

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility at the University Library
Creator
Date
Language
Repository
Subject
Type
  Atom  JSON
Showing 1–11 of 11 items

Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, December 6, 1903

Letter from Henry Allingham to Evey Allingham, October 11, 1903

Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, November 24, 1903

Letter from Henry Allingham to Gerald Allingham, September 24, 1903

Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, December 14, 1903

Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, October 6, 1903

Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, November 15, 1903

Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, September 15, 1903

Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, November 30, 1903

Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, September 12, 1903

Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, October 23, 1903

  • Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, December 6, 1903
    Multi-Page Item | 7 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing about the working conditions and how many men are being laid off. He writes Bullards are also struggling. He explains he does not think he will have much chance getting into the drawing room, and his plan is to try and get the best machine shop experience wherever he can. Henry assures Helen he will not l...
  • Letter from Henry Allingham to Evey Allingham, October 11, 1903
    Multi-Page Item | 14 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter and corresponding envelope from Henry Allingham to his sister Evey Allingham, hoping she had enjoyed her time painting in Brighton. He asks if there was a spare copy of their mother's book to send him, as he has a friend who is interested in seeing it. He also asks for their brother Gerald to send him the magazine, "Motor," as the publications in America only feat...
  • Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, November 24, 1903
    Multi-Page Item | 7 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, regarding the infrequency of his letters, and the letters received from home. He informs Helen he wrote to Cousin B. and is planning to visit Boston for Thanksgiving. He also plans on calling on some acquaintances while in the area. Henry writes work at Bullards is slow, and has begun making bolts again on a turr...
  • Letter from Henry Allingham to Gerald Allingham, September 24, 1903
    Multi-Page Item | 8 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his brother Gerald Allingham, writing with news he purchased a motorcar. Henry informs Gerald he purchased a Winston brand vehicle for $120. Henry also offers updates of his work at Bullards, and shares he has been learning the principles of management. In a postscript, Henry mentions becoming friends with a Londoner, Archie Bruce.
  • Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, December 14, 1903
    Multi-Page Item | 8 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, wishing her and the rest of the family a Merry Christmas. He mentions spending Christmas away from her 3 years prior when he was in Brisbane. Henry also mentions that he has been balancing his finances, and has $200 now. He assures Helen he has not been spending his money unnecessarily, and will inform her when h...
  • Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, October 6, 1903
    Multi-Page Item | 12 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, sharing he is happy to have Helen's first letter, and to hear news Evey is well. Henry shares he is not dead, but had a small accident in the "old Winston Car," and the repairs cost $375. He writes work at Bullards is not very exciting, and should like to get into the drafting room as soon as he is able. He has m...
  • Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, November 15, 1903
    Multi-Page Item | 14 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing about his attendance at the Princeton-Yale football game in New Haven with his acquaintance Miss Slater. Henry writes the footballs cheers and draws a picture of the football field for reference. He writes work at Bullards is still dull, and plans on going to B & S, to try and get work in their drafting r...
  • Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, September 15, 1903
    Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing to inform Helen he has started working at Bulland Lathe, and shares he is getting on well with the work. He writes the factory has four milling machines of the 1885 design by Brown & Sharpe, but the other machinery is much more advanced. Henry writes he now has a room, and letters to him should be address...
  • Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, November 30, 1903
    Multi-Page Item | 12 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, informing her he arrived in Boston to stay with cousin Beatrice. He writes about visiting Waltham Manufacturing Co., and after touring the shop inquired about a possible position there. Henry also mentions taking a visit to Waltham Watch Company about jobs. Henry mentions taking a visit to Arlington St. Chapel in...
  • Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, September 12, 1903
    Multi-Page Item | 14 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, describing his experience going through customs with his motorbike and other belongings. He describes having breakfast at the Waldorf, and seeing a stage production of "A Princess of Kensington." Henry also mentions traveling by rail. In a postscript, Henry informs Helen he will send his address once he is settled.
  • Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, October 23, 1903
    Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One postcard from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, sharing he does not have much news. He writes work all over the United States is slack, and Bullands has closed for Saturdays. He also informs Helen he has opened an account with Bridgeport Trust Co., to withdraw money. The postcard is postmarked October 23, 1903.