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- Correspondence written to and by Birmingham businessman Frederick M. Jackson, from 1905 to 1907.
- 1905
- Much of the correspondence is concerned with different coal properties in Alabama and Tennessee that were available for investment. There are also letters from people wanting information on the quality of coal at different mines. Letters from John...
- 2011-10-24
- Transcript of a letter from George Blackwell near Charlotte, North Carolina, to his father.
- 1865-02-24
- In the letter Blackwell discusses General Joseph E. Johnston's reappointment as commander of the Army of Tennessee: "Today Johnston received our Corps and as he passed each Brigade, three cheers were given in a very joyful tone and manner...
- 2009-12-14
- Letter from Clifford Durr at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, to his mother, Lucy, in Montgomery, Alabama.
- 1917-02-27
- In the letter Cliff discusses sports, entertainment, classes, and studying at school, all of which he describes as "monotonous." He would rather spend time with his brother, who has recently arrived home on leave from the army: "Last year about...
- 2009-06-25
- Letter from Clifford Durr at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, to his father, John, in Montgomery, Alabama.
- 1917-03-02
- In the letter Clifford asks his father to send money for his tuition and allowance, and he comments on the president and the possible entry of the United States into World War I: "To-day I am eighteen. Just old enough to be shot by the Germans but...
- 2009-06-25
- Letter from Don C. DeWitt in San Francisco, California, to Mrs. Harry Neigel, in Mobile, Alabama.
- 1951-12-26
- In the letter DeWitt gives details about the death of Julius Frank Hardeman, the son of Mrs. Neigels. He also encloses a photograph of the patch Hardeman wore. DeWitt and Hardeman had served together in the U.S. Army in Korea. A transcript of the...
- 2009-09-30
- Transcript of a letter from John Durr to his mother, Lucy, in Montgomery, Alabama.
- 1918-10-10
- In the letter John briefly describes recent fighting against the Germans, during which he has worked with French troops and Marines. He mentions meeting a soldier from Montgomery and thanks his family and friends for all the letters they have sent.
- 2009-06-25
- Transcript of a letter from John Durr to his family in Montgomery, Alabama.
- 1918-12-19
- In the letter John describes his regiment's hike from the front lines to the German city where the men are now stationed. He also gives details about accommodations, entertainment, and daily military activities; all is comfortable and safe but also...
- 2009-06-25
- Transcript of a letter from John Durr to his mother, Lucy, in Montgomery, Alabama.
- 1918-03-23
- In the letter John describes living conditions on the front lines in France; the shooting down of a German plane ("our first glimpse of war"); and the excitement most of the men feel during the fighting: "We stood on a hill under the moonlight last...
- 2009-06-25
- Transcript of a letter from John Durr to his mother, Lucy, in Montgomery, Alabama.
- 1918-11-19
- In the letter John describes the land, climate, and people of Belgium, where he is currently stationed; commends his mother's volunteer work in the influenza ward at Camp Sheridan; explains why he has not written as often as he should; alludes to...
- 2009-06-25
- Transcript of a letter from John Durr to his father, whom he calls "Cap," in Montgomery, Alabama.
- 1918-04-04
- In the letter John relates news he has received from home and describes duties and movements of the army in France. He also mentions a casualty list ("which was to be expected and absolutely no cause for alarm") and the continuous transfer of...
- 2009-06-25
- Transcript of a letter from John Durr to his father, John, in Montgomery, Alabama.
- 1918-12-11
- In the letter John tells of his regiment's arrival in Germany, describing the land, climate, and people. He discusses the prevalent German attitude toward the American victors in the small towns they have visited: "As a conquering army, I think we...
- 2009-06-25
- Transcript of a letter from John Durr to his mother, Lucy, in Montgomery, Alabama.
- 1918-07-05
- In the letter John writes of an American attack on German forces in France, describing the trenches, casualties, prisoners, and battlefield: "Our wounded showed wonderful nerve and good spirit. The Germans too were rather uncomplaining, with a few...
- 2009-06-25
- Letter from S. R. Wheeler in Rainsville, Alabama, to J. M. McCain.
- 1909-05-05
- In the letter Wheeler urges McCain to reapply for a pension because his request "was not propperly [sic] considered before and many such blunders have hapened [sic] in the Pension Dept."
- 2009-12-14
- Letter from Morris E. Wright to Lucy Durr in Montgomery, Alabama.
- 1918-09-06
- In the letter Wright describes the landscape of France ("if you could see this country once you would never be thru telling what a beautiful place it is") and interactions with the French people ("They dress so funny and do everything in the...
- 2009-06-25
- Letter from Lucy Durr at Camp Sheridan in Montgomery, Alabama, to her son, Clifford.
- 1918-10-21
- In the letter, Lucy discusses her work in the influenza ward at the Camp Sheridan hospital: "If this 'flu' keeps up much longer the casualty list over here will be longer than the one in France. You see I can't keep off of the influenza. Seriously,...
- 2009-06-25
- Transcript of a letter from John Durr to his mother, Lucy, in Montgomery, Alabama.
- 1918-03-06
- John writes from an army hospital in France, where he is being treated for mumps. In the letter he describes food, work, and leisure activities in the army; mentions new acquaintances, some of whom are from Alabama; and thanks his family for the...
- 2009-06-25
- Map of the plantation of John Bragg of Lowndes County, Alabama.
- 1826-08
- Sketched from the field notes of a United States surveyor.
- 2009-09-15
- Telegram from the office of the Quartermaster General in Washington, D.C., to Henri Etta Hardeman in Mobile, Alabama.
- 1951-11-29
- The message discusses transporting the remains of Julius Frank Hardeman back to the United States. It also it explains of how much the U.S. Army will pay for certain funeral services. Hardeman, a sergeant in the Army, was killed on September 19,...
- 2009-09-30
- Receipt of payment and clothing issued to J. M. McCain, Oliver Welch, and Kinion Thomas.
- 1863
- The three men served in Company D of the 1st Alabama Infantry. The receipt gives information about each soldier's rank, physical description, birthplace, occupation, enlistment, and payment.
- 2009-12-14