Box 2

Professional photograph of Gus Welch in military clothing, turned at an angle to the right. Reverse side of photograph has handwritten note that reads: "Gus Welch World War I France 808th Pioneer Infantry".

Professional photograph of Gus Welch standing with his arms crossed. Front of photograph identifies Moore Studio as photographing company, with additional information on location and price. Reverse side of photograph has handwritten note that reads: "Gus Welch".

Photograph features Gus Welch and 9 other people posing with a calf. Reverse side of photograph has handwritten note that reads: "Man is Gus Welch".

Photograph features a white rocking chair on pavement. No written notation.

Photograph features several football players actively in play on the field, with an referee standing to the right side. Reverse side of photograph has two handwritten notes. The first note reads: "Carlisle field 1911 or '12". The second note reads: "Another serious catasthrope averted". Spelling as is.

Photograph features four children sitting outside with handwritten note reading "Italy, Stelle, Julia, Ben Carter". It is the inference of the processor that one of the children, identified as Julia Carter, is Gus Welch's wife as a child. It is uncertain which child is Julia.

Photograph features three unknown women in long coats and hats standing in a wooded area. No written notation.

Photograph features indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a China cabinet, and wall decorations. Reverse side of photograph has handwritten note that reads: "Gus' boys camp". No correspondence.

It is the inference of the processor that this photograph is of Gus Welch. He is featured standing outside with a cane and eye cover, assumedly after his eye injury. Reverse side of photograph has handwritten note that reads: "Taken by Paul Whitehead Aug. 30, 1957".

Photograph features Iva Miller walking outside, smiling at the camera. Reverse side of photograph has handwritten note that reads: "Iva Miller (married Jim Thorpe) in 1913- Gus was Best man at wedding. (4 children born from this marriage Gail, Charlotte, Grace + Little Jim Thorpe who died at about age 4 yrs."