1929/12/21: Norma J. Bryan to Clarence E. Godshalk (3.99807)
Date: December 21 1929Creator: Bryan, Norma A.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Norma J. Bryan, Joy Morton's Secretary to Clarence E. Godshalk, enclosing a Christmas check for $35 from the Mortons before they leave on their trip around the world.
Extent: 1 sheet
1928/01/18: Norma J. Bryan to Clarence E. Godshalk (3.99682)
Date: January 18 1928Creator: Bryan, Norma A.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Norma J. Bryan to Clarence E. Godshalk including a list of seeds from Sutton & Company which have been forwarded to Lisle. by Mr. Teuscher for Mrs. Morton's garden.
Extent: 1 sheet
1933/03/27: C. E. Godshalk to Joy Morton (3.99647)
Date: March 27 1933Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from C. E. Godshalk to Joy Morton stating that the men have been working in the woods due to the snowy weather. They have also begun working on their exhibit for the garden show at Municipal Pier. It is a naturalistic scene which he describes in detail. People who have seen it seem to like the exhibit. The Arboretum will also display labelled evergreens with their uses, general information on the Arboretum, photos, and several of the Arboretum's bulletins on a large bulletin board at the show. The Lacey deal finally closed, so they will start cutting up the dead trees and move the fence. They will also start clearing the space for the road. The soil is too saturated to plant, but he hopes they can start some planting later this week.
Extent: 2 sheets
1933/02/27: C. E. Godshalk to Joy Morton (3.99644)
Date: February 27 1933Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from C. E. Godshalk to Joy Morton updating him on the numbers and types of trees they have moved (or plan to move) and planted this fall/winter. He no longer has any extra men and will not need them until they finish digging Lake Marmo. They are filling holes in the woods. Mr. Schless is making very good progress.
Extent: 1 sheet
1932/03/08: C. E. Godshalk to Joy Morton (3.99639)
Date: March 8 1932Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from C. E. Godshalk to Joy Morton stating that the weather has been poor: rain, changing to sleet, ultimately leaving more than a half inch of ice coating everything. Later that week, rain changed to a blizzard, and the temperature dropped to 5 degrees. The ice storm damaged many maples, poplars, willows, and some of the elms. They cut down the cedars around the form garden, and the Garden Show people will send a truck for them. They are moving lilacs north of his house to the Joliet Road planting. He enclosed a copy of a statement sent to him pertaining to DuPage County taxes. Scott, Egermann and Lambe of Naperville have been influential in starting a county organization working for the reduction of taxes. He is glad to hear they like Mexico City.
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
1931/02/09: C. E. Godshalk to Joy Morton (3.99629)
Date: February 9 1931Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Original first page of letter from C.E. Godshalk to Joy Morton briefly updating him about goings on at the Arboretum. Since the weather has been mild, they haven't been able to move any more evergreens. The men are working in the woods until the evergreens can be dug. They are getting their digging and planting lists ready for a possible early planting season. He compliments the book they received written by Mrs. Morton and would like it autographed when the Mortons return home.
Extent: 1 sheet
1923/11/28: C. E. and Margaret Godshalk to Joy and Margaret Morton (3.99625)
Date: November 28 1923Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E., Godshalk, Margaret
Type: Document
Description:Letter from C. E. and Margaret Godshalk to Joy and Margaret Morton expressing the Godshalk's appreciation to the Mortons for their home and connected spacious grounds, the trip to Nebraska, the constant privileges extended to them, and their generous hospitality.
Extent: 3 sheets
1923/12/03: [Joy Morton] to C. E. and Margaret Godshalk (3.99613)
Date: December 3 1923Creator: Morton, Joy
Type: Document
Description:Letter from [Joy Morton] to C.E and Margaret Godshalk saying the Godshalks' letter pleased Morton and Mrs. Morton, indicating a nice appreciation and due sense of responsibility. He assures the Godshalks of their high esteem.
Extent: 1 sheet
1938/09/16: E. L. Kammerer to Robert Blackwood (3.94362)
Date: September 16 1938Creator: Kammerer, E. Lowell
Type: Document
Description:Letter from E. L. Kammerer to Robert Blacwood inquiring about Lycoris bulbs that Mrs. Morton wished to have sent to her brother, Robert Gray, in Indiana.
1938/11/14: E. L. Kammerer to H. J. Ohms Inc. (3.92771)
Date: November 14 1938Creator: Kammerer, E. Lowell
Type: Document
Description:Placing an order for 500 Tulip Pride of Haarlem to be shipped and billed to Mrs. Joy Morton.
1926/08/09: Sterling Morton to Joy Morton (3.92169)
Date: August 9 1926Creator: Morton, Sterling
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Sterling Morton to Joy Morton. He suggests other possible tenants for the Morton Building, with the idea that the entire building be identified with the electrical communication industry. On a family vacation in southern France, they enjoy horseback riding. Extensive details and ideas in response to his father's idea of vacation cottages on the Puffer Farm area (Letter : 1926/07/28).
Extent: 4 sheets
1925/07/24: Sterling Morton to Joy Morton (3.92167)
Date: July 24 1925Creator: Morton, Sterling
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Sterling Morton to Joy Morton. He describes the roads and scenery on the way to their summer cottage in Harbor Point, Michigan. Some mention of "the Barber matter" and West Virginia coal land. Details of his visit to the Ludington plant.
1925/06/27: Joy Morton to Sterling Morton (3.92166)
Date: June 27 1925Creator: Morton, Joy
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Joy Morton to Sterling Morton in Harbor Point, Michigan. Good to hear of his visit to the Ludington (Michigan) plant, which is "one of our most economical producers and Hardy is a good Manager." He and Margaret, Jean and Joe attended Mrs Rockefeller McCormick's garden tour in Lake Forest. Morkrum news from Howard - numbers and no union troubles.
Extent: 1 sheet
1921/08/29: Joy Morton to Sterling Morton (3.92144)
Date: August 29 1921Creator: Morton, Joy
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Joy Morton to Sterling Morton. Howard needs more orders for equipment for Morkrum to be profitable. He relates the progress on building the lakes, roads and additional purchases of property adjoining the arboretum. Updates on family members: Robert Gray, Jean, Joe, Marion, Margaret, Suzette, and others.
Extent: 3 sheets
1921/08/08: Joy Morton to Sterling Morton (3.92136)
Date: August 8 1921Creator: Morton, Joy
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Joy Morton to Sterling Morton. He hopes that Sterling will return soon to resume control of the Morkrum business. He describes in detail his current plans for the arboretum: the contract to build the lake, and a road around the new lake. He'll start tree propagation in the old hog barn. He shares family news.
Extent: 3 sheets
1921/08/01: Joy Morton to Sterling Morton (3.92135)
Date: August 1 1921Creator: Morton, Joy
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Joy Morton to Sterling Morton, in which he shares his thoughts on Sterling's and Sophy's European trip. He had a slight attack of gout. Based on this summer's drought he will expand the water system at Thornhill. Very pleased with Mr. Simonds work on the Arboretum. He plans to incorporate South Farm buildings into the Arboretum. There will be a black pony waiting for Sue when she next visits.
Extent: 2 sheets
1921/07/18: Joy Morton to Sterling Morton (3.92131)
Date: July 18 1921Creator: Morton, Joy
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Joy Morton to Sterling Morton. He describes his appreciation of country living. He was pleased with the condition of Arbor Lodge on his recent visit there for Fred Lake's funeral. Margaret is not feeling well; her brother Robert is very ill. "The salt business is pretty good and we are making more than a living out of it." Howard prepared tree labels for Prof. Sargent which are better than the previous ones.
Extent: 2 sheets
1921/06/20: Joy Morton to Sterling Morton (3.92127)
Date: June 20 1921Creator: Morton, Joy
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Joy Morton to Sterling Morton. He is disappointed in the earnings from the teletype business. Margaret has been ill. He is still waiting the delivery of his new Pierce. Mr. Simonds suggests that the land east of the road is the best for growing trees. The salt business is good. He spoke at a meeting of waterway boosters of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce.
Extent: 2 sheets
1921/04/05: Sterling Morton to Joy Morton (3.92120)
Date: April 5 1921Type: Document
Description:Letter from Sterling Morton to Joy Morton. Wylie will take charge of planting the evergreens from Hill Nursery. Sterling approves of the Arboretum plans that Mr. Garden has made, especially for the Library building. Sterling suggests that incorporation, deeds, managements, etc. take place before any building is begun. On the national front, business is slow. He blames trade unions who won't accept a cut from $1.25 to $1.00 per hour. Aerogages are selling; a smaller number of teletypes are selling. Caroline's health is not improving as they hoped.
Extent: 4 sheets
1921/04/01: Sterling Morton to Joy Morton (3.92119)
Date: April 1 1921Creator: Morton, Sterling
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Sterling Morton to Joy Morton. He discusses repairs to be made to the farmhouse. Also a detailed discussion of the trees he purchased. He suggests a remedy for the dredged river bed problems. He believes that future tree plantings, pond issues and bridge building should be delayed until a thorough plan for an arboretum can be made.
Extent: 5 sheets
1921/03/29: Sterling Morton to Joy Morton (3.92117)
Date: March 29 1921Creator: Morton, Sterling
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Sterling Morton to Joy Morton, in which he argues in detail against locating the Arboretum in Lisle. This is based on Jean's visit with Professor Sargent of the Arnold Arboretum. The Arboretum should include an herbarium and a library. He details the trees he has on order for spring planting. He, Jean and Wirt will visit the farm. Jean will see about a decorating project that Margaret requests. They are adapting the teletype with an L. C. Smith typewriter, rather than creating their own. The Aerogages and the Check Endorsers are selling well.
Extent: 4 sheets
1961/03/27: C. E. Godshalk to Mrs. Sterling Morton (3.86103)
Date: March 27 1961Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from C. E. Godshalk to Mrs. Sterling Morton stating the stone for Mr. Morton has been ordered and will be ready several days before the memorial service. It is a duplicate of Mrs. Joy Morton and Mr. Mark Morton's stones. Mrs. Zurcher is arranging with Ed Baker for an Episcopal minister. He is glad Mrs. Zurcher accepted the Chairmanship of the Arboretum Trustees. He is sure it will be a pleasure to work with her.
Extent: 1 sheet
1949/09/30: Arbor Lodge and Old Family Silver Inventory/Donations/Gifts (3.86099)
Date: September 30 1949Creator: Cudahy, Jean Morton
Type: Document
Description:Typewritten inventory of Arbor Lodge silver and old family silver, created by Mrs. Joseph M. Cudahy. It includes the disposition of the silver. On November 25, 1946, the Chicago Historical Society received assorted silverware. On September 28, 1949, J. Hopkins Smith, Jr. received a vegetable dish and assorted silverware. On September 28, 1949, Mrs. Joseph M. Cudahy received 10 tea spoons. The property of Mrs. William Baker, Downers Grove (list dated August 19, 1938), was given to the Baptist Church, received on December 21, 1939.
Extent: 3 sheets
1961/03/21: Matthew F. Vach to C. E. Godshalk (3.86098)
Date: March 21 1961Creator: Vach, Matthew F.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Matthew F. Vach (Design Consultant, Peter Troost Monument Co.) to C. E. Godshalk saying he is enclosing two proposals for markers. The record includes a proposal (two copies) for a marker for Sterling Morton and one for an unspecified person. For the second proposal see record number 3.86097.
Extent: 4 sheets
1961/03/21: Order for Sterling Morton's Monument (3.86097)
Date: March 21 1961Type: Document
Description:Order for Sterling Morton's granite monument from Peter Troost Monument Company, signed by Suzette Zurcher.
Extent: 1 sheet
1940/10/02: Clarence E. Godshalk to Joseph M. Cudahy (3.85174)
Date: October 2 1940Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Clarence E. Godshalk to Joseph M. Cudahy informing him that Sterling Morton had approved the design for Mrs. Morton's headstone. Also updating him on the steers on the farm. Mr. McGurk will stop by to inspect the steers.
Extent: 1 sheet
1940/05/03: E. L. Kammerer to Jean M. Cudahy (3.85164)
Date: May 3 1940Creator: Kammerer, E. Lowell
Type: Document
Description:Letter from E. L. Kammerer to Jean M. Cudahy informing her that the cuttings from the Louis Philippe rose that were ordered from Pringle House in Charleston are ready for Mr. van Gemert to root. 2) He expressed sympathy at Mrs. Morton's sudden passing. 3) Described the early May snowfall with concern for various flowering trees.
Extent: 1 sheet
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
1940/04/01: Clarence E. Godshalk to Jean M. Cudahy (3.85159)
Date: April 1 1940Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Clarence E. Godshalk to Jean M. Cudahy. 1) Garden Show was "better than any we've done." 2) Update on plantings. 3) Progress on digging the lake, including Mr. Yackley's work. 4) Mars. Watts and Miss Keller are continuing with the teacher's course. 5) Need for a bicycle rack. 6) Otto Johnson's daughter is getting married. 7) Mrs. Barnett is readying the house for Mrs. Morton's arrival.
Extent: 2 sheets
1941/06/04: Sterling Morton to Clarence E. Godshalk (3.85047)
Date: June 4 1941Creator: Morton, Sterling
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Sterling Morton to Clarence E. Godshalk, mentioning attaching various vines to plaster walls: Baltic Ivy and Euonymus. Complimented him on the road improvements at Morton Arboretum.
Extent: 1 sheet
1941/02/25: Clarence E. Godshalk to Edward M. Gray (3.85031)
Date: February 25 1941Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Clarence E. Godshalk to Edward (Marion) Gray, enclosing a card from Charles O'Connor of Washington D.C. regarding a book on the Gray family history which Mr. Morton had him write.
Extent: 1 sheet
1941/01/08: Clarence E. Godshalk to Marion Gray (3.85029)
Date: January 8 1941Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Night letter from Clarence E. Godshalk to Marion Gray. "The recepticle will be placed in the stone at Mrs. Morton's grave even though none of you are present."
Extent: 1 sheet
1940/05/16: Clarence E. Godshalk to Marion Gray (3.85028)
Date: May 16 1940Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Clarence E. Godshalk to Marion Gray offering to send flowers for Mrs. Morton's grave on his behalf.
Extent: 1 sheet
1940/05/08: Marion Gray to Clarence E. Godshalk (3.85027)
Date: May 8 1940Creator: Gray, Marion
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Marion Gray to Clarence E. Godshalk requesting that he arrange for the flowers from Marion and his parents be placed on his Aunt Margaret's grave.
Extent: 1 sheet
1940/02/19: Clarence E. Godshalk to Mrs. Margaret Gray Morton (3.85026)
Date: February 19 1940Creator: Godshalk, Clarence E.
Type: Document
Description:Letter from Clarence E. Godshalk to Mrs. Margaret Gray Morton in which he requested she make her own judgement about a potential butler and cook because he lacked first-hand knowledge of them.
Extent: 1 sheet