Correspondence, 1944-1946
Scope and Contents
The correspondence, arranged chronologically, consists primarily of Gilman’s “Dear Folks” letters, which he typed and made carbon copies of to send to family members and friends. Those letters are filled with news on his mission work; observations on political and current events; family news; and details of his hobbies, which included gardening and building radios. Also in this series are handwritten, more personal letters by Gilman and various family members and friends, in particular his mother, his half-sister Annie Kramph, and his children. Also noteworthy is Gilman’s correspondence in his retirement years with fellow China missionaries and former students, and his efforts to aid acquaintances in China suffering from poverty and illness.
Dates
- created: 1944-1946
Creator
- From the Collection: Gilman, Alfred A. (Person)
- From the Collection: Gilman, Gertrude C. (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions on use by researchers other than federal copyright restrictions.
Extent
From the Collection: 12.00 boxes_(general)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Berea College Special Collections and Archives Repository
Hutchins Library
100 Campus Drive
Berea Kentucky 40404 US
859.985.3262
special_collections@berea.edu