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- V-mail from Corporal William A. Davidson, "stationed somewhere in Italy," to Mrs. J. L. Prentiss in Montgomery, Alabama.
- 1943-01-01
- In the letter Davidson describes how he spent his Christmas and New Year's holidays, and he recalls the social events Mrs. Prentiss organized for the soldiers in Alabama: "I really would [have] enjoyed being there for your Xmas parties and dances....
- 2008-07-15
- Two letters from W. H. Mitchell in Montgomery, Alabama, to his wife, Martha, in Florence, Alabama.
- 1861-01-00
- In the first letter, written from the Exchange Hotel on January 10, 1861, Mitchell describes the tension and excitement in the city as they wait for the official declaration of Alabama's secession: "There seems to be no doubt, you may tell your...
- 2009-06-25
- The Dallas Gazette, volume 15, number 43.
- 1858-08-20
- The issue includes advertisements and articles on the following topics: goods and services offered by local businesses; death, marriage, and legal notices; local events; news about social, medical, agricultural, political, economic, and military...
- 2011-10-11
- The Dallas Gazette, volume 15, number 42.
- 1858-08-13
- The issue includes advertisements and articles on the following topics: goods and services offered by local businesses; death, marriage, and legal notices; local events; news about social, medical, agricultural, political, economic, and military...
- 2011-10-11
- Excerpts from the narrative reports written by teachers at the Emma MacMillan School in Montgomery, Alabama.
- 1954
- The material was assembled by E. F. Holman, principal of the school. In the reports the teachers describe the studies and activities their classes engaged in throughout the school year. Photographs of the students are often included.
- 2012-06-22
- Pages from the manuscript of BOYS OF THE 90'S by Thomas Klinge.
- 1975-00-00
- In this autobiography, Klinge describes notable people and events in the history of Montgomery, Alabama. The pages included here mention William Jennings Bryan's visit to Montgomery, the election of President William McKinley, a yellow fever...
- 2009-06-25
- Pages from the diary of Jessie Cook Williamson Nunnelee.
- 1849-03-00
- In the diary Nunnelee mentions weather conditions; the planting of crops such as watermelons and cotton; goods he has bought and bills he has paid; letters he has written; community events such as a church fair and a funeral; the birth of his...
- 2009-06-25
- Pages from a guestbook used by Frank W. Boykin in 1962.
- 1962-00-00
- Much of the book is filled by visitors from Boykin's home district, but guests signed it at several significant social events as well. The pages here contain signatures of notable colleagues and acquaintances.
- 2009-09-15
- List of rules for visitors at the Soldiers Center in Montgomery, Alabama.
- 1942-09-01
- The eight rules give restrictions on the age of visitors and access to the center, and they discuss proper conduct and attire for events held there.
- 2010-01-25
- Letters between Thomas M. Owen, director of the Alabama Department of Archives and History in Montgomery, and Sergeant Richard J. Pahnke.
- 1919
- In the first letter, written February 17, 1919, Owen thanks Pahnke for the material he has sent, and he asks him to gather postcards, pamphlets, weapons, and uniforms to add to the collections at the Archives. He also discusses events in...
- 2009-09-14
- Letter written by a soldier stationed in Camden, Alabama, to a woman named Flora.
- 1865-04-22
- In the letter he discusses local events and news of the war, and he declares his love for Flora.
- 2009-09-11
- Letter from Willie P. Kirtland in Wallingford, Connecticut, to his mother, Helen.
- 1865-07-17
- In the letter Willie discusses his new clothing, local events and activities ("I have been whortleberrying several times"), and mutual acquaintances. He also expresses concern for his mother: "I feel very sorry for you mother, and I hope you will...
- 2011-07-06
- Letter from the chiefs, committee, and council of the Cherokee Nation to Governor Clement C. Clay.
- 1835-10-26
- In the letter the Cherokee leaders express their concerns over relations with the United States: "You are aware of the distressing situation in which our country stands. We are the earlier possessors of the soil which we still retain but where...
- 2009-09-15
- Letter from Secretary of War Henry Knox to Captain Henry Burbeck at the fort on the St. Marys River, between the United States and Spanish Florida.
- 1790-08-17
- In the letter Knox discusses the new garrison at St. Marys; the reenlistment and recruitment of soldiers; and the cost of salaries and supplies. He also mentions the Creek representatives who will pass the fort on their way home after signing the...
- 2010-11-12
- Letter from Peter Little in Natchez, Mississippi, to the editors of the National Intelligencer, a newspaper in Washington, D.C.
- 1813-09-14
- In this letter Little discusses events near Fort Stoddert in Mobile County, Alabama; he is referring to the Battle of Burnt Corn and the massacre at Fort Mims. Originally, he enclosed relevant handbills for the editors to read, and also five...
- 2009-06-25
- Letter from John Bragg in Montgomery, Alabama, to Colin J. McRae.
- 1861-01-21
- Bragg wrote this letter while representing Mobile County at the Alabama constitutional convention of 1861 (also known as the Secession Convention). In the letter Bragg discusses events at the assembly, including McRae's election as a delegate to...
- 2009-09-28
- Letter from James R. Riggs in the hospital at Ringgold, Georgia, to sister, Martha Smith.
- 1862-09-05
- During the Civil War, Riggs served in Company G of the 27th Mississippi Infantry Regiment. In the letter he discusses his illness and describes recent events during the Confederate invasion of Kentucky: "I suppose you have all ready heard of the...
- 2010-06-09
- Letter from James M. Lindsey in Claiborne, Alabama, to James Dellet.
- 1840-12-28
- In the letter Lindsey describes local events to Dellet, who is away from his home in Claiborne. He mentions a recent election; poor economic conditions and the glutted cotton market; the capture of slaves who had run away; and a feud between two...
- 2009-06-25
- Letter from Henry Semple in Tullahoma, Tennessee, to his wife, Emily.
- 1863-03-27
- During the Civil War, Semple served as a captain of an artillery battery organized in Montgomery (known as Semple's Battery). He was later appointed a major and transferred to Mobile. In the letter he thanks his wife for her recent correspondence...
- 2011-06-01
- Letter from Henry Semple in Chattanooga, Tennessee, to his wife, Emily.
- 1862-08-19
- During the Civil War, Semple served as a captain of an artillery battery organized in Montgomery (known as Semple's Battery). He was later appointed a major and transferred to Mobile. In the letter he discusses recent troop movements ("You have no...
- 2011-06-01