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This collection contains primary resources about Carnegie's bequests along with supporting explanatory text, that teachers will be able to use as part of their curriculum.
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(James Bertram (?) to William Nimick Frew, April 15, 1903)
(James Bertram (?) to William Nimick Frew, April 15, 1903)
Bertram, James, 1872-1934--Correspondence, Frew, William Nimick--Correspondence
Typescript letter (carbon copy, unsigned). Acknowledges receipt of Frew's letter of April 13, and notes that Andrew Carnegie would like to see Frew on Friday (April 17).
(James Bertram (?) to Wm. Frew, (November 1907?))
(James Bertram (?) to Wm. Frew, (November 1907?))
Frew, William Nimick--Correspondence, Bertram, James, 1872-1934--Correspondence
An undated initialed handwritten note, presumably from James Bertram to William Frew, written to accompany a letter that Bertram is forwarding to Frew. Bertram notes that he has shown the enclosed letter to Andrew Carnegie.
(James Bertram to William Nimick Frew, Jan. 13, 1906)
(James Bertram to William Nimick Frew, Jan. 13, 1906)
Bertram, James, 1872-1934--Correspondence, Frew, William Nimick--Correspondence
James Bertram acknowledges his mistake in contacting Samuel Church concerning the Grand Army of the Republic matter.
(James Bertram to Wm. N. Frew, February 26, 1904)
(James Bertram to Wm. N. Frew, February 26, 1904)
Frew, William Nimick--Correspondence, Bertram, James, 1872-1934--Correspondence
A typescript letter presumably from James Bertram, Andrew Carnegie's personal secretary, to William Frew, President of the Carnegie Institute Board of Trustees, verifying that Frew's February 25th letter was received and forwarded to Mr. Carnegie in Florida.
(James Bertram to W.N. Frew, February 4, 1908)
(James Bertram to W.N. Frew, February 4, 1908)
Frew, William Nimick--Correspondence, Quill, M.F., Frank Peach and Co., Sterling Company of Pittsburg, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh. East Liberty Branch., Library Buildings--Pennsylvania--Pittsburgh, East Liberty (Pittsburgh, Pa.)--Buildings, structures, etc., Bertram, James, 1872-1934--Correspondence
A letter from James Bertram to William Nimick Frew referring to two accompanying items: the final portion of a notarized statement by M.F. Quill and an invoice from Frank Peach and Co., granite dealers, to Sterling Co. of Pittsburgh, listing contract for the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, East Liberty Branch.
(James Bertram to W.N. Frew, January 21, 1908)
(James Bertram to W.N. Frew, January 21, 1908)
Bertram, James, 1872-1934--Correspondence, Carnegie, Andrew, 1835-1919, Frew, William Nimick--Correspondence, Pittsburgh (Pa.), Guthrie, George W., Pittsburgh (Pa.). Common Council, Pittsburgh (Pa.). Select Council
A typescript letter from James Bertram, Andrew Carnegie's personal secretary, to William Nimick Frew acknowledging Carnegie's receipt of Frew's letter dated January 20, 1908 (not included). Carnegie thinks the interesting facts Frew wrote about in the letter should be ""made known in a quiet way"" to the Mayor of Pittsburgh and the City Councils.
(James Bertram to W.N. Frew, January 9, 1905)
(James Bertram to W.N. Frew, January 9, 1905)
Bertram, James, 1872-1934--Correspondence, Frew, William Nimick--Correspondence, Carnegie, Andrew, 1835-1919--Correspondence, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh--Appropriations and expenditures, Carnegie Institute--Appropriations and expenditures, Newspapers--Pennsylvania--Pittsburgh, Public libraries--Pennsylvania--Pittsburgh--Finance
A typescript letter presumably from James Bertram to William Nimick Frew, President of the Board of Trustees, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh. The letter explains that Andrew Carnegie received his note and often notices references in newspapers about the appropriation of the City of Pittsburgh for the maintenance of the Library and the Carnegie Institute of Pittsburgh. The correspondent asks Mr. Frew to make it clear that the appropriation is for the Library.
(""P. Secretary"" to W.N. Frew, January 21, 1908)
(""P. Secretary"" to W.N. Frew, January 21, 1908)
Bertram, James, 1872-1934--Correspondence, Frew, William Nimick--Correspondence, Carnegie, Andrew, 1835-1919
Letter dated January 21, 1908 from ""P. Secretary"" (i.e., James Bertram, Andrew Carnegie's personal secretary) to William Nimick Frew stating Andrew Carnegie received Frew's correspondence of January 20th and would like the Mayor of Pittsburgh to be told these interesting facts in a quiet way.
(""P. Secretary"" to W.N. Frew, January 9, 1908)
(""P. Secretary"" to W.N. Frew, January 9, 1908)
Bertram, James, 1872-1934--Correspondence, Frew, William Nimick--Correspondence, Carnegie, Andrew, 1835-1919
Unsigned letter dated January 9, 1908 from ""P. Secretary"" (i.e., James Bertram) to William Nimick Frew mentioning that Andrew Carnegie has received his correspondence of January 7, 1908 and wired back as requested.
(W.N. Frew to Andrew Carnegie, January 10, 1905)
(W.N. Frew to Andrew Carnegie, January 10, 1905)
Frew, William Nimick--Correspondence, Carnegie, Andrew, 1835-1919--Correspondence, Bertram, James, 1872-1934--Correspondence, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Institute, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh--Appropriations and expenditures, Carnegie Institute--Appropriations and expenditures, Pittsburgh (Pa.)--Appropriations and expenditures, Public libraries--Public relations--Pennsylvania--Pittsburgh, Public libraries--Political aspects--Pennsylvania--Pittsburgh, Public libraries--Pennsylvania--Pittsburgh--Finance, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh--Finance, Carnegie Institute--Finance, Pittsburgh, Pa.--Finance, Pittsburgh (Pa.)--Newspapers, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh. Board of Trustees
A typescript letter by William Nimick Frew, President of the Board of Trustees, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, to Andrew Carnegie in reference to the receipt of a note from James Bertram dated January 9, 1905. In the note James Bertram states that Andrew Carnegie wants William Nimick Frew to ""clear up the confusion between the Carnegie Library and the Carnegie Institute"". Mr. Frew states that he has always made it clear to the people of Pittsburgh and members of the Councils the ""distinction between the two Institutions"". Mr. Frew tells Mr. Carnegie to read the clippings he has sent to him in regards to a meeting he had with the Sub-Finance Committee in which he ""explained thoroughly the creation and composition of each organization"" and how they are maintained. Mr. Frew believes that this confusion has been intentionally used by politicians in criticizing the library and in influencing people to think that tax payers money is being spent ""for the support of the Art Department and Museum."" Mr. Frew also mentions to Mr. Carnegie that during the last month, when the attacks from newspapers took place, he has received numerous ""beautiful letters"" praising the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, Pa. and the wonderful work the library is accomplishing. On Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, Board of Trustees letterhead, signed W.N Frew.
(W.N. Frew to James Bertram, December 17, 1908)
(W.N. Frew to James Bertram, December 17, 1908)
Frew, William Nimick--Correspondence, Bertram, James, 1872-1934--Correspondence, Carnegie Music Hall, Organ (Musical instrument), Organists--Pennsylvania--Pittsburgh, Music
A typescript letter (signed) from William Nimick Frew to James Bertram. Frew attempts to persuade Bertram to forward letters sent by Charles Heinroth (and are presumably in Bertram's custody) to Andrew Carnegie. The letters pertain to the need for a new organ at the Carnegie Music Hall. On letterhead of the Carnegie Institute Board of Trustees.
(W.N. Frew to James Bertram, January 11, 1906)
(W.N. Frew to James Bertram, January 11, 1906)
Bertram, James, 1872-1934--Correspondence, Frew, William Nimick--Correspondence, Military museums--Pennsylvania--Pittsburgh, Library buildings--Pennsylvania--Pittsburgh, Grand Army of the Republic. Thomas Espey Post no. 153, Oakland (Pittsburgh, Pa.)--Buildings, structures, etc.
Typescript letter from William Nimick Frew to James Bertram concerning a letter and newspaper clipping forwarded by the latter to Samuel Harden Church, describing a contract between the trustees of Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and Grand Army Post of the Republic, Thomas Espey Post no. 153, for a military museum. Frew states that no contract was executed or even suggested, as the trustees have no right to enter into such a contract. Furthermore, Frew asks Bertram to note that the Board of Trustees, of which Church is an officer, has nothing to do with apportioning of space in the library.
(W.N. Frew to James Bertram, November 2, 1903)
(W.N. Frew to James Bertram, November 2, 1903)
Bertram, James, 1872-1934--Correspondence, Carnegie, Andrew, 1835-1919, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh. Homewood Branch, Public libraries--Pennsylvania--Pittsburgh, Branch libraries--Pennsylvania--Pittsburgh, Library buildings--Pennsylvania--Pittsburgh, Homewood (Pittsburgh, Pa.)--Buildings, structures, etc., Library benefactors--United States, Frew, William Nimick--Correspondence
A typescript letter from William Nimick Frew to James Bertram, personal secretary of Andrew Carnegie. Frew asks Bertram to bring to the attention of Andrew Carnegie the letter he sent to Carnegie dated October 27th concerning property for the proposed Homewood Branch of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh.