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[1931]: C. E. Godshalk to Joy Morton (3.101394)
Date: 1931Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from C.E. Godshalk to Joy Morton wishing him a happy birthday and expressing his appreciation for his job at the Arboretum.
Extent: 3 sheets
1931/02/16: C. E. Godshalk to Joy Morton (3.101463)
Date: February 16 1931Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from C. E. Godshalk to Joy Morton saying Van Gemert's roof caught fire, with only slight damage since the fire was caught early. They are planting evergreens. He is enthusiastic about the fast-growing walnut seeds they received from Mr. Bixby. He is hoping to get some exceptionally fast- growing trees from the seed, and if so, they will propagate those trees. He is looking forward to their fertilizer experiments. Their milk base has been cut some, but he will endeavor to make the dairy pay in spite of it. Prices are low in the poultry business, but he believes there is more profit in poultry than in dairy. He is enclosing a letter from his wife with his letter.
Extent: 2 sheets
Clarence and Margaret Godshalk outside with several of their puppies (3.3534)
Date: 1936 – 1937Type: Photographic image
Description:Clarence and Margaret Godshalk outside with several of their puppies
Extent: 1 photograph
Margaret Godshalk standing outside in the snow (3.3796)
Date: 1930sType: Photographic image
Description:Margaret Godshalk standing outside in the snow
Extent: 1 photograph
1939/01/10: C. E. Godshalk to Mrs. Joy (Margaret) Morton (3.84841)
Date: January 10 1939Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from C. E. Godshalk to Mrs. Joy (Margaret) Morton informing her about the status of the downstairs washroom, Rudolph's room, and landscape work being done. He briefly summarized the board meeting held January 5 at which Suzette Morton was installed as a trustee. He also update her on work being done on Lake Marmo.
Extent: 2 pages
1931/02/16: C. E. Godshalk to Joy Morton (3.99632)
Date: February 16 1931Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from C. E. Godsalk to Joy Morton relating that the Van Gemerts' roof caught fire, but the fire was easily extinguished. They are planting some of the evergreens that were previously dug. They received some walnut seeds of the Thomas variety from Mr. Bixby. They are supposed to be the fastest growing walnut trees. They hope to get an exceptionally fast growing tree from the seeds which they will then propagate. He describes the fertilizer experiments they plan to conduct. Their dairy milk base has been cut, but they will endeavor to make the dairy pay. Prices are low in the poultry business, too. He encloses a letter from his wife Margaret. He hopes they are having a glorious trip.
Extent: 2 sheets
1931/03/23: C. E. Godshalk to Joy Morton (3.99634)
Date: March 23 1931Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from C. E. Godshalk to Joy Morton saying most of the snow from the blizzard and light snowfalls is gone, moistening the soil--too moist for planting. They fixed up the Modern Garden exhibit for Mrs. Morton's garden club at the Merchandise Mart. It was awarded a 1st prize ribbon. Godshalk believes that the Arboretum should have an exhibit there next year to familiarize the public with their work. He details Van Gemert's work in the propagating house. He declined Mr. Bixby's offer of more nut trees; he told him they would prefer scions. Kerth is not writing as there is nothing new to report. Godshalk goes on to give a brief update on the farms. Everyone at the Arboretum has taken a great interest in the new ducks and geese on the property. When Morton visits Kew Gardens, Godshalk asks that he request scions and cuttings of their newest trees and shrubs be sent to the Arboretum. He believes Morton will be pleased with the appearance of the place when he returns. He thanks Mrs. Morton for the cards she sent to the family and himself.
Extent: 2 sheets
1933/03/06: C. E. Godshalk to Joy Morton (3.99645)
Date: March 6 1933Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from C. E. Godshalk to Joy Morton stating they have been working in the woods taking out slippery elms and bailing hay. He goes on to give details of the hay operation. They are draining the lake in order to finish digging. Mr. Stearns says the deal for the Lacey land will be held up for two weeks due to the title. Godshalk has the new road marked, but will wait to continue until he hears from Stearns. Mrs. Godshalk and the children are well.
Extent: 1 sheet