{"value"=>"<p> Series I Boxes 1-2: Family Correspondence, (1901-1946, bulk 1916-1922), includes letters to and from William Dye smith to his wife Laura E. Smith; to and from his daughters Mable, Manila, Danetta, Mildred, Edith and Winifred; and other family members of William Dye Smith and Laura E. Smith. Correspondence describes some of the details of military life and hardships for Smith, expected growth and frustrations with the army, his accomplishments, and the unquestionable love he had for his wife and daughters. Smith greatly missed his family during his military service and noted throughout correspondence with his wife Laura how sad he was to miss out on some of the milestones of his daughters' lives. The box includes correspondence from other family members such as George Smith (father to William), Nannie Sanders (Laura Smith's mother) and Mamie Casey (cousin to William).</p> <p>There is significant correspondence between William Dye Smith and his daughter Mable Smith and also relating to her passing. Mable was the eldest of the daughters and seemed to have a close relationship with her father. She died in 1923 at the age of 19. The Smiths received condolence letters and cards from family and friends after the passing of Mable. Also found in this series are letters to William and Laura from their daughters. One highlight is a letter from daughter Danetta Smith to her mother writing about the Reverend Adam Clayton Powell speaking at a dinner. There is also correspondence with friends and others regarding personal business inquiries and transactions, as well as persons that are related to military business.</p> <p>In addition to letters are clippings, greeting cards, invitations, menus and telegrams. Also included are the Smith's marriage announcement and license. See full folder and item inventory list.</p>"}