Raymond L. Rohner Papers

Collection — Box: 1

Identifier: 2014-004

Staff Only

Scope and Content Note

Handwritten letters by Raymond L. Rohner to his spouse, Else Rohner, during his service in the U.S. Army 1943-1945. In addition, there are a few letters written 1936-1938 during their courtship. Donor provided a limited-edition (15 printed) copy of a book ("My Dear Else, Raymond") he created about Rohner and Else's life together, as well as an archival-quality DVD containing jpeg scans of the letters, plus electronic files of the book chapters.

Dates

Creation: 1936-1938, 1943-1945
Creation: 1943 - 1945

Access

There are no restrictions regarding access to the collection.

Use

Permission to publish, reproduce, distribute, or use in any current or future manifestations must be obtained in writing from the Rochester Public Library Local History & Genealogy Division.

Biographical Note

Raymond L. Rohner served as a medic in World War II from 1943-1945 on the ATP Evangeline. He and his wife Else eventually settled in the Rochester area where he was the Head Brewmaster at Genesee Beer for a number of years.

Extent

1.0 Cubic Feet (1 box of letters in envelopes.)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The Raymond L. Rohner Papers consist mainly of letters from Rohner, who served as a medic in World War II, to his wife Else. While the letters from 1943-1945 document wartime conditions and military procedures and practices, the earlier letters from 1936-1938 paint a picture of the courtship between Raymond and Else. Rohner wrote in a humorous and detailed style, often including drawings to illustrate his narrative. Of special note are the holiday greetings Rohner sent to Else during his time in the service.

Arrangement

The letters from Raymond to Else have been arranged chronologically. Other types of documents, e.g., telegrams, have been sorted into their own folders.