
Primary Type – Cards
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Laminated printed sign in blue and red ink on white paper. The sign reads: "Only love can conquer hate."
Typed memorial note in honor of Richard Gottfried. The author recalls personal details about Gottfried's identity as a Jew and his commitment to the field of dentistry.
Handwritten note written in purple marker on white paper reading: "We are all praying for you on this tragic day." Signed by the Yu, Kaufmann, and Bernstein families. Color bleeding due to exposure to the elements at the Wilkins memorial.
Envelope and floral tag addressed to Jerry Rabinowitz. The envelope is addressed "Jerry" and features an illustration of a bow and heart. The floral tag contains an illustration of an owl with mushrooms and other fauna growing from its head. The sender, Michele, knew Jerry from Coffee Tree Roasters. Michele recalls how Jerry's sweet smile and bright bow ties made a positive impact on her life. Michele illustrated a second bow tie in the upper right corner of the tag.
Letter written on a torn piece of paper. The letter reads: "Olam Chesed Yibaneh (Your steadfast love is confirmed forever). We will build the world with love for you and for all. [Star of David] Shalom Blessings and Love."
Zine page with bubble letters and information about the emotional value of hugs. Zine page with cartoon imagery and information about the value of hugs. A young boy hugs a globe, beneath the inscription: "Embrace the world one hug at a time."
Folded card with marker illustration. Front and back cover features illustrations of heart superimposed on tree. Interior features illustration of two figures beneath word bubble "Freedom!" and nine balloons.
Synthetic white orchid and bamboo stalk in brown square pot.
Card from a student at West Allegheny Middle School in Imperial, Pa. The front features a hand-colored illustration of a flower with geometric motifs. The back contains a handwritten note, as well as the stock signature: "From your friends at West Allegheny Middle School."
Card addressed to Rose Mallinger. Cover features a reproduction of a painting by Frank Crosby, a resident of the Emmaus Community of Pittsburgh. The inside contains messages of love and support written by other members of the Emmaus Community.
Square card with white and yellow text against blue background. Card reads, "Mitzvah4Pittsburgh. Some spread darkness. We spread light. Choose a good deed. Choose a Mitzvah. Add light to the world," followed by four options and a place for respondents to list their name and email address. Some names and email addresses have been redacted for privacy.
Card from a student at West Allegheny Middle School in Imperial, Pa. The front features a hand-colored illustration of a turtle with floral and geometric motifs. The back contains a handwritten note, as well as the stock signature: "From your friends at West Allegheny Middle School."
Summary: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette report summarizing federal and state charges against alleged perpetrator of October 27 attack, including obstruction of excercise of religious beliefs, and use of firearm to commit murder. Includes information about alleged perpetrators social media posts prior to attack.
Poster with collage of photographs showing scenes of interfaith support and a quotation of Ecclesiastes 4:9-12.
Typed two-page letter addressed to the Tree of Life synagogue, families of victims, and survivors. Dated Sunday Nov. 4, 2018. The letter includes tributes from multiple individuals throughout western and central Pennsylvania, including Allegheny, Beaver, Elk, Washington, and Westmoreland counties.
Card from a student at West Allegheny Middle School in Imperial, Pa. The front features a hand-colored illustration of the words: "Be Strong" and other floral and geometric motifs. The back contains a handwritten note, as well as the stock signature: "From your friends at West Allegheny Middle School."
Card from a student at West Allegheny Middle School in Imperial, Pa. The front features a hand-colored illustration of a bird with a leaf in its mouth with floral and geometric motifs, surrounded by a pattern with smiley faces. The back contains a handwritten note and a "Stronger Together" sticker, as well as the stock signature: "From your friends at West Allegheny Middle School."
Post-it note with handwritten message in black marker. The message reads: "The neighborhood is with you." A heart appears below.
Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "Tree of Life, I bleed for you and with you. My soul hurts for you. I stand with you in your faith. I pray for healing. Lola. Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church."
Card from a congregant at the Holy Angels Parish. The front cover contains a stock illustration of seven children holding hands around a table with a large goblet and loaf of braided bread, and seven doves. The illustration is labeled: "We are people of God's peace." The inside reads: "We must stick together in times like these because together we are STRONG and no one can take that away from us. Enzo."
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