Box 1
Contains 34 Results:
Biographical and genealogical sketch of Oliver Vie prepared by his great-grandnephew James Brasher. (18 pages), No date
The collection consists of correspondence of Oliver Vie, primarily to his sister, Grace Ashton, documenting his service in the army along the Mexican border and later in France during World War I. The collection also includes correspondence between his sister and officials regarding Vie’s missing-in-action status and death. The undated letters were given approximate dates.
Letter from Oliver Vie, Texas City, Texas, to his niece Corrine. Regarding family matters and personal affairs. (4 pages), ca. 1913–1916
The collection consists of correspondence of Oliver Vie, primarily to his sister, Grace Ashton, documenting his service in the army along the Mexican border and later in France during World War I. The collection also includes correspondence between his sister and officials regarding Vie’s missing-in-action status and death. The undated letters were given approximate dates.
Letter from Oliver Vie, Kingsville, Texas, to his sister. Describes King Ranch, and the area’s inhabitants. Discusses San Benito, “bandit trouble,” and the incarceration of two Mexicans. (4 pages), ca. 1913–1916
The collection consists of correspondence of Oliver Vie, primarily to his sister, Grace Ashton, documenting his service in the army along the Mexican border and later in France during World War I. The collection also includes correspondence between his sister and officials regarding Vie’s missing-in-action status and death. The undated letters were given approximate dates.
Letter from Oliver Vie, Kingsville, Texas, to his sister. Discusses thoughts on Mexican and Texan relations along the border. Also describes severe local storm, the region, and military life. (10 pages), ca. 1913–1916
The collection consists of correspondence of Oliver Vie, primarily to his sister, Grace Ashton, documenting his service in the army along the Mexican border and later in France during World War I. The collection also includes correspondence between his sister and officials regarding Vie’s missing-in-action status and death. The undated letters were given approximate dates.
Letter from Oliver Vie, Kingsville, Texas, to his sister. Expresses frustration with the militia. Mentions promotion to private first class and family matters. (4 pages), ca. 1913–1916
The collection consists of correspondence of Oliver Vie, primarily to his sister, Grace Ashton, documenting his service in the army along the Mexican border and later in France during World War I. The collection also includes correspondence between his sister and officials regarding Vie’s missing-in-action status and death. The undated letters were given approximate dates.
Letter from Oliver Vie, Kingsville, Texas, to his sister. Discusses smallpox outbreak among troop and frustration with army practices. Mentions possible plans for post-army life. (5 pages), ca. 1913–1916
The collection consists of correspondence of Oliver Vie, primarily to his sister, Grace Ashton, documenting his service in the army along the Mexican border and later in France during World War I. The collection also includes correspondence between his sister and officials regarding Vie’s missing-in-action status and death. The undated letters were given approximate dates.
Letter from Oliver Vie, Kingsville, Texas, to his brother. Regarding frustration with army life and prevalence of sickness among the soldiers. (4 pages), ca. 1913–1916
The collection consists of correspondence of Oliver Vie, primarily to his sister, Grace Ashton, documenting his service in the army along the Mexican border and later in France during World War I. The collection also includes correspondence between his sister and officials regarding Vie’s missing-in-action status and death. The undated letters were given approximate dates.
Letter from Oliver Vie, Armstrong, Texas, to his sister. Regarding possible plans of the company. (4 pages), ca. 1913–1916
The collection consists of correspondence of Oliver Vie, primarily to his sister, Grace Ashton, documenting his service in the army along the Mexican border and later in France during World War I. The collection also includes correspondence between his sister and officials regarding Vie’s missing-in-action status and death. The undated letters were given approximate dates.
Letter from Oliver Vie, Armstrong, Texas, to his sister. Discusses weather, illness, and working at Armstrong Ranch. (4 pages), ca. 1913–1916
The collection consists of correspondence of Oliver Vie, primarily to his sister, Grace Ashton, documenting his service in the army along the Mexican border and later in France during World War I. The collection also includes correspondence between his sister and officials regarding Vie’s missing-in-action status and death. The undated letters were given approximate dates.
Letter from Oliver Vie, Lavaca River Bridge near Vanderbilt, Texas, to his niece Corrine. Discusses military life and the locals. Describes church service. (4 pages), ca. 1913–1916
The collection consists of correspondence of Oliver Vie, primarily to his sister, Grace Ashton, documenting his service in the army along the Mexican border and later in France during World War I. The collection also includes correspondence between his sister and officials regarding Vie’s missing-in-action status and death. The undated letters were given approximate dates.