Fox performed carpentry and construction work for Caller, possibly while building a house. Tasks or products listed include "1 months work with myself & 3 hands," "eighteen light windows with sashes shutters," "stair case," "chimney pieces," and...
"Constitution Adopted! Swearing Allegiance to the New Constitution! President and Vice President Elected! Davis and Stephens!" This article announces the adoption of the Confederate constitution and the election of its executive officers: "The name...
During the Civil War, James Hall served as a captain in Company K of the 24th Alabama Infantry regiment. In the letter he discusses recent troop movements; activities and conditions in the new camp; the construction of fortifications; and an...
During the Civil War, James Hall served as a captain in Company K of the 24th Alabama Infantry regiment. In this letter he discusses a tent he had asked his father to send; his plans to find a position for his younger brother ("I would dislike very...
During the Civil War, Alfred Moore served in the 33rd Alabama Infantry Regiment. In the letter he discusses possible troop movements; the construction of local defenses; rumors of Union advances; conditions and activities in camp; and the...
Advertisement for Hoosier cabinets sold at the Jacobs store in Birmingham, Alabama: "This plan enables you to place one of the famous Hoosier Kitchen Cabinets in your home on payment of ONE DOLLAR--balance payable on club plan terms of convenient...
The roll lists the name of each employee, along with occupation, hours worked, and amount earned. The project was managed by the MacIntosh Construction Company of Newark, Delaware.
This issue mentions that returning soldiers are having trouble finding clothes and lodging in Montgomery, and it discusses the rapid increase in home and business construction in the city.