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Republican Party Letters of Recommendation

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3895
Abstract

Two unsigned letters providing reasons why L. J. Bryan and Attorney Reese should not be given federal appointments

Dates: circa 1905

Rex Milford Wallace Jr. Paper

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1515
Abstract

A copy of a paper, "The University of Alabama: From the Beginning to the End. A Comparison of the Experiences of Members of the War Classes of the University of Alabama, 1861-1865 in the Confederate Army with that of Other Southerners," written for History 415: The New South at the University of Alabama.

Dates: 1980

Rice, Chilton, and Jones, attorneys, letterbook

 Collection
Identifier: W-0049
Abstract

Letterbook containing copies of correspondence written by Montgomery, Alabama, lawyers Samuel F. Rice, John M. Chilton, Thomas G. Jones, and Ariosto A. Wiley, between 1871-1873.

Dates: 1871-1873

Richard Furman papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0549
Abstract

Photocopied documents, including letters, poetry, news clippings, class work, essays, and journal entries of Alabama school administrator and preacher.

Dates: 1826-1865

Richard Holmes Powell papers

 Collection
Identifier: W-0079
Abstract

Correspondence, essays, and speeches written by and to Richard Holmes Powell of Union Springs,Alabama, and includes the essay "On the Management of Slaves."

Dates: 1833 - 1905

E. F. Richards lecture papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3634
Abstract

Lecture "The Origin of the Earth" by 1936 UA instructor of Geology

Dates: 1936 February 9

J.J. Ricks and William Hines plantation rental agreement with Martha Jones

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-2211
Abstract

A legal contract in which J.J. Ricks and William Hines rent Martha Jones' plantation in Lawrence County, Alabama.

Dates: 1825 November 22

Rifle Team list, 1907

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3728
Abstract

List of 1907 Alabama state rifle team.

Dates: 1907

Rives Family Photographs

 Collection
Identifier: 2009-209
Abstract

Two photographs from Rives Family Papers depicting Tutwiler and Little Hall in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Dates: 1910 - 1919

R.M. Brumby Letters

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1825
Abstract

Includes letters written to R.M. Brumby, a University of Alabama graduate, from his mother and son from the late 19th-century through the early 20th-century. It also includes an appointment letter from the University of Alabama.

Dates: 1892 - 1920

Robert E. Tidwell Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1407
Abstract

This collection includes papers, some written by Tidwell, correspondence, invitations, and bulletins.

Dates: 1941 - 1974

Robert H. Lafferty, III, Archaeological Surveys

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0836
Scope and Contents

Contains two reports: survey of Sixmile Creek Easement, Lauderdale County, Alabama, and survey of the Page Steam Plant in Bell County, Kentucky

Dates: 1976

Robert H. Smith legal notebook

 Collection
Identifier: W-0016
Abstract

Handwritten definitions and summaries of legal cases tried between 1869 and 1877, relating primarily to railroad interests and personal property law.

Dates: circa 1870

Robert Jemison, Jr. Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0753
Abstract The Robert Jemison, Jr. Papers span the period from 1797 to 1960 and include both the personal and business papers of Robert Jemison Jr., along with papers of Robert Jemison (grandfather), William Jemison (father), Priscilla Jemison (wife), Cherokee Jemison Hargrove (daughter), and Andrew Coleman Hargrove (son-in-law), and Robert Jemison Jr. (IV) of Birmingham (1878-1973). Included are the records of his grist and lumber mills, plantations, stage line, the Tuskaloosa Plank Road, toll...
Dates: 1797 - 1973

Robert Loveman Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0879
Abstract

This collection consists primarily of correspondence, 1884-1923, to and from a University of Alabama graduate, author, and poet.

Dates: 1884 - 1981

Robert N. Kirk Letter

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0825
Abstract

A copy of a letter dated 23 June 1848, from Pickens County, Alabama, to his uncle Matthew Biggert Kirk, Lancaster Court House, South Carolina in which he tells of setting up his medical practice and recounts family news.

Dates: 1848-06-23

Robert S. Lanier Letter

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0841
Abstract

A letter dated 4 June 1890, to his son, describing his reaction to the nomination of Thomas Goode Jones as Democratic Party candidate for governor of Alabama and to an article his son had written.

Dates: 1890-06-04

O.M. Roberts reminiscences while a student of the University of Alabama

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Identifier: MSS-1199
Abstract

Contains a bound, typewritten recollection of this Texas governor's life as a student of the University of Alabama, 1833-1836. He presented this to the Erosophic Society of the University of Alabama in 1892. The work includes a photograph of a painting of him in approximately 1835.

Dates: 1892

Paula E. Robertson papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3601
Abstract

Early history of Northport, Ala. (1931, photocopy); Brief history of Gorgas House with 1962 Inventory; - T.A. Dearson Inventory

Dates: after 1900

Eric Rodgers papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1206
Abstract

Newspaper clippings, a telegram, and a placard from a University of Alabama honor society to Eric Rodgers

Dates: 1957-1966

Rufus W. Cobb Letter

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-2011
Abstract

Letter, dated November 18, 1879 written by Rufus W. Cobb, Governor of Alabama, to General A. McD. McCook, declining an invitation to attend the 11th reunion of the Society of the Army of the Cumberland and the unveiling of the memorial statue of General George H. Thomas.

Dates: 1879-11-18

I. Willis Russell papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1216
Abstract

Contains the note files on his new words, meanings, and usages. I. Willis Russell was a linguist professor at the University of Alabama.

Dates: Unknown

S. E. Elmore Audio and Video Collection

 Collection
Identifier: 2018-005
Abstract 42 8mm film of S. E. Elmore; various trips to Mexico 1935, Mobile 1938, Houston, TX, Bellingarth Gardens, Alabama State Stocks Memorial Park, Grandmother Elmor's 80th birthday 1932, Coca-Cola Plant at Montgomery, AL, Graduation 1947, 1948 and 1949, May Day 1947, Queen Elizabeth Ship June 1959, X-Mass 1935, Panama City Fishing Trip, April 27 and 28, 1954, Swim Pool at Millbrook, Western Tour, and 37 LP's featuring various artists. 42 8mm film of S. E. Elmore; various trips to Mexico 1935,...
Dates: 1935 - 1959

S. R. Norton letters

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1059
Abstract

Letters of a Union soldier in the 18th Michigan Infantry to his wife, written from Decatur, Stevenson, and Huntsville, Alabama and Nashville, Tennessee, during the Civil War.

Dates: 1864-1865

S.A. and M. Railway survey notes

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0076
Abstract

Material relating to Savannah, Americus, and Montgomery (S.A. & M.) Railway

Dates: after 1888

James M. Salem research materials for The Late Great Johnny Ace

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-2494
Abstract

This collection consists of the research done by Dr. James M. Salem, Professor Emeritus at the University of Alabama, for his book, The Late Great Johnny Ace and the Transition from R and B to Rock and Roll. Materials include audio recordings, correspondence, research notes, and documents, all pertaining to the larger context of African American Popular Culture in the 1950s.

Dates: 1929-2003

Sallie Bruchac Collection of Dr. Harald Rohlig Materials

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-2500
Abstract

The collection consists of recital programs and worship bulletins, sheet music, photographs, audiocassettes, reel-to-reel audio tapes, and one LP record featuring the music and performance of Dr. Harald Rohlig.

Dates: 1962 - 1992

Sallie Hill paper

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0032
Abstract

A typescript copy of an address delivered by Sallie Hill at the April 20, 1960, meeting of the Alabama Historical Association. The address, "Alabama Food Ways," describes traditional southern food and food history.

Dates: 1960

Leverett Saltonstall papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1225
Abstract

Letters between Ralph Cowert and U.S. Senator Leverett Saltonstall about Saltonstall's family for the Tuscaloosa Historical Society

Dates: 1963

Samuel Frances Hobbs Photographs

 Collection
Identifier: 2012-005
Abstract

One photographic album, labeled on the cover “Poison a Farce” theater production. Scenes show individuals in costume for theatrical production, probably at the University of Alabama, where Hobbs was a law student in 1907.

Dates: 1907

Samuel Henry Sprott, Jr. Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1829
Abstract

Includes examination books and scrapbook of Samuel Henry Sprott, Jr. The materials pertain to Mr. Sprott's years at the University of Alabama.

Dates: 1893 - 1897

Samuel Richmond Caffee Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-2114
Abstract

Diary (and photocopies) and other documents written by Samuel Richmond Caffee, physician and founding member of Avondale Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama. There are also documents written by others about Dr. Caffee.

Dates: 1858-1977

Samuel W. Mardis Letter

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Identifier: MSS-2052
Abstract

A letter written by Samuel W. Mardis of Montevallo, Shelby County, Alabama, on March 13, 1834, in reply to a letter published in the Charleston Mercury. The letter also asks F. P. Blair, editor of the Globe, to print it.

Dates: 1834-03-14

Samuel Williams Inge Letters

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-2014
Abstract

Two letters written by Samuel Williams Inge during his term in the United States House of Representatives requesting services to constituents and self.

Dates: 1848 - 1850

Sarah Ann (Gayle) and William B. Crawford Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0369
Abstract

Correspondence, diaries, journals, speeches, scrapbooks, and other papers of Sarah Ann Gayle Crawford, sister to Amelia Gayle Gorgas, and William B. Crawford.

Dates: 1833-1889

Sarah E. King Trust Records

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0821
Abstract

Contains financial records kept by the Sarah E. King trust in Marion, Perry County, Alabama, and includes receipts for household purchases as well as payment to physicians for treatment of King and her slaves

Dates: 1852 - 1860

Sarah Shorter Hunter commonplace book

 Collection
Identifier: W-0019
Abstract

Commonplace book of Eufaula, Alabama, resident containing handwritten recipes, poems, quotations, and notes. In addition, the book includes a small number of newspaper clippings.

Dates: approximately 1835-1894

Sardis Baptist Church, Heiberger, Alabama, records

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1232
Abstract

This collection contains records, 1846-1951, including lists of members, pastors, dismissals, and minutes of monthly meetings, as well as a short history of the church. Baptist church in Heiberger, Perry County, Alabama, established 1846.

Dates: 1846-1951

Saul Gordon Photographic Album

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Identifier: 2010-013
Abstract Collection consists of one photo album with one hundred and forty-three photographs of Saul Gordon, a University of Alabama student in the early 1930s. Album contains scenes of campus life, including coeds, buildings, football, the band, ROTC and dorm life. Several photographs are depicting devastation caused by the March 22, 1932 Northport tornado. These photographs are accompanied by clippings relating details of the disaster. Album also includes photographs with scenes from the 1932 New...
Dates: 1930 - 1932

Schaudies and Banks Families Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-4190
Abstract

Papers of two prominent mixed-race families in north Alabama.

Dates: unknown

Schaudies-Banks-Ragland Photographs

 Collection
Identifier: 2014-021
Scope and Contents

Thirty seven framed photographs of African Americans in military uniforms, Border War, WWI, and WWII including portraits of Duncan Fields and Rubin Fields; portraits of women and families; large plaque with two photos of military men (Willie L. E. Means and James E. Means, date of their enlistment in the army).

Dates: 1898 - 1959

J. H. Schraebel Bill of Sale

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Identifier: MSS-4020
Abstract

Bill of sale for four slaves, Spotswood, Eacly, and two children, William and Thomas.

Dates: 1841 January 30

University of Alabama Libraries Science and Engineering Library time capsule collection

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1410
Abstract Contains a letter to the librarians of University of Alabama Science and Engineering Library in the year 2090 of what this time capsule contains from the year 1990. Also, an autobiography of Eric Rodgers, "Intellectual Autobiography", given by him to the library in 1981. As well as brochures, reports, and research on the departments of: Geography, Aerospace Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Microbiology, Physic and Astronomy from the years in...
Dates: 1990

Charles H. Scott Papers

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Identifier: MSS-3060
Abstract

Letters written to Charles H. Scott and others concerning Republican party politics in Alabama.

Dates: 1889-1906

Jennie B. Scott Family Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-4108
Abstract

Papers of a freeborn African American family who lived in Mississippi, Tennessee, and Alabama, in the latter half of the nineteenth century and through the mid-1960s

Dates: 1910-1965

Scott Logan Photographs

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Identifier: 2021-008
Abstract

This collection consists of thirty-seven photographs depicting the University of Alabama sporting events.

Dates: 1952 - 1953

Framed Imprint of the Original Seal for the University of Alabama

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Identifier: MSS-4112
Abstract

Imprint of the original seal of the University of Alabama's first seal which was lost for 125 years.

Dates: 2015

Segco Mine Number One papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1241
Abstract

Final inspection report and blueprints for Segco Mine Number One

Dates: 1966

Segregationist propaganda collection

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1242
Abstract

Broadsides and other literature handed out in and around Birmingham, Alabama, by opponents of desegregation. Groups represented were: Alabama Committee for Conservative Government, Birmingham Committee to Preserve the American Republic, Citizens Councils of Alabama, Freedom Educational Foundation, National States Rights Party, and the United Americans for Constitutional Government.

Dates: circa 1962-1963, 1964

James Benson Sellers manuscript

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Identifier: MSS-1245
Abstract

Copy of Sellers' manuscript "History of the University of Alabama" as well as a copy of "University of Alabama Library News," Dec. 1, 1948.

Dates: unknown

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University of Alabama. "Million Dollar Band" 4
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Alabama Women's Hall of Fame 2
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Arnoldy, Gray Humphries 2
Atlanta and West Point Rail Road Company 2
Bagby, Arthur P. (Arthur Pendleton) 2
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Bass, Sterling, Sr. 2
Battle, Junius K. 2
Bibb, William Wyatt 2
Birmingham News 2
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Brandon, William Woodward 2
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Carmichael, Oliver C. (Oliver Cromwell) 2
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