Name/Title
AU Peters, James Martin - 1994-04-01 letter to Paul J. Harris Jr.Entry/Object ID
2013.2.31Context
1 April 1994
318 Shady lane
Marlton, N.J. 08054
Dear Paul,
As I indicated on the phone, I was surprised and elated with your first phone call; and consequently could not wait the opportunity to talk with Vernon Lambert. Whiting is only thirty miles or so from here.
I am enclosing copies of my fathers death certificate as well as the letter from St. Johns Home. Also enclosing a copy of my parents Certificate of Marriage from St. Catherine of Alexandria Church in Brooklyn. It was only five blocks from the 4517 address on Ft. Hamilton Parkway.
I've-also enclosed a copy of the letter I spoke of from Ethel Lambert to my mother in 1931. According to Vernon, Gloria, Sadie, and Jean were apparently roomers.
As I mentioned on the phone, my children usually get together for an Easter "brunch" in the area; and so my report to them on our talks were a most pleasant surprise. My daughter Susan (the oldest) lives outside of Philadelphia in Westtown. My other daughter, Elizabeth, and my oldest son live in the immediate area. Tim, the youngest, lives in Boston. He teaches at Boston Univ.
It is interesting, that you seeking information are in fact providing much more information to me; clarifying some of the things I did know; if only vaguely.
I am looking forward to the data you are sending. I've been trying to arrange clearly all that you have reported on the phone; but those reports will help in my notes.
I am looking forward to the opportunity of seeing you and your sister; so please let me know when and where.
With the very best regards,
{Jim}
Jim
P.S.
Although the typing is not the best; my handwriting is far worse.
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ST. JOHN’S HOME
144 BEACH 111th STREET
ROCKAWAY PARK 94, N. Y.
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NEPTUNe 4-5809
To Whom It May Concern:
According to our records Martin H. Peters was admitted to St Johns Home on 3-31-1900 and discharged to his mother on9-30-07. He was Born in Philadelphia, Pa. on6-8-1892 and resided at 487 St. Johns Place Brooklyn N.Y. when placed in the Home at the age of seven. His two brothers Alfred and Henry Peters were admitted at the same time, whose Baptismal records show that they were both Baptized at the Church of the Nativity of Our Blessed Lord. Classon Ave, and Madison Street Brooklyn N.Y. Father's name
was Martin born in Ireland and was deceased when boy was placed in the Home. Mother's name was Mary Kain born in New Foundland. Religion Roman Catholic. He was Confirmed at St Johns Home on 11-15-02. and took the Name of Henry.
{Julian P. Jollon}
Julian P. Jollon
REGISTRAR.
[The following was probably added by James Peters]
Martin H. Peters
Baptized - St. Augustines Church, Phila. PA.
Located - near Vine St. adjacent to Ben. Franklin Bridge
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