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1955/12/06: C. E. Godshalk to Sterling Morton (3.84497)
Date: December 6 1955Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from C .E. Godshalk to Sterling Morton updating him on the progress of the construction going on around the Arboretum. Construction on the stonework stopped for a week as all the masons went deer hunting in Michigan. They have opened up a second view from the pavillion in addition to the hedge garden view. He worked on the plan for Morton's place; he will go out there with Arnold Berg to stake for the yews and mulch. Mr. Robertson won't be ready to talk about their participation in the TV program until January 1.
Extent: 2 sheets
1956/12/11: Clarence E. Godshalk to Sterling Morton (3.84535)
Date: December 11 1956Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Clarence E. Godshalk to Sterling Morton. At the Christmas Party he would like to recognize 4 long-term employees who are retiring. Mrs. Zurcher suggested wording for certificates and a personal note from Mr. Morton. Enclosed are the blank certificates. The employees are Edward Westover, Elmer Smith, Arnold Berg, and Anthony Drendel.
Extent: 2 sheets
1940/04/30: Clarence E. Godshalk to Jean M. Cudahy (3.85163)
Date: April 30 1940Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Clarence E. Godshalk to Jean M. Cudahy updating her. 1) His surprise and sympathy at Mrs. Morton's sudden passing. Described the household details, her funeral service, legal details. Lengthy descriptions of the status of various individuals, family and employees. 2) Just before her passing, and at Mrs. Morton's request for suggestions that she could fund, Godshalk indicated that Morton Arboretum could use various kinds of meeting space. Some discussion of the future of the residence. 3) Repairs to the houses of Mr. Eickhorst and Mr. Godshalk. 4) Dr. Allen's lectures. Future bird talks by Dr. Boulton. 5) Mr. Kind and Mr. Parmalee think some of the steer should be sent to market.
Extent: 3 sheets
1959/02/04: C. E. Godshalk to Sterling Morton (3.86060)
Date: February 4 1959Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from C. E. Godshalk to Sterling Morton saying they are having a cold, snowy winter. The cold weather has brought more birds farther south, including evening grosbeaks, to use his feeders, in addition to the usual winter birds. He shared his ideas about building the terrace and handling the drainage. He discusses the demolition of houses on Arboretum grounds and the possible demolition of another one. Arnold Berg's comments to Mrs. Naser are attached to the enclosed picture; Berg is painting this winter. Godshalk learned that the Garfield King family is moving to Hawaii. Godshalk wonders if he is giving up his position with the Morton Salt Company and as a trustee of the Arboretum. All the trees have been moved at Arbor Lake. He offers Morton advice about taking photographs indoors without using the flash, enclosing two slides as examples.
Extent: 3 sheets