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Durst Family papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0461
Abstract

Letters, newspapers, and miscellaneous documents from the Durst family. There is also a World War One era panoramic photograph and United Stated Service, or Blue Star Mother's flag.

Dates: 1708-1977; Majority of material found within 1861 - 1868

Hansford D. Norrell Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-4218
Abstract

Hansford D. Norrell was a courier for the Confederate States of America during the Civil War, transporting currency between Richmond, Virginia, and other Southern locations. This collection contains correspondence, receipts, newspaper clippings, and other materials documenting Norrell's activities on behalf of the Confederate government from 1861-1865.

Dates: 1861-1865, 1922

Petition for Small Change Notes by Citizens of Tuscaloosa, Alabama

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1132
Abstract

Signed by approximately fifty citizens of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, this petition expresses concern over the scarcity of small change in the city. The petitioners wanted paper change tickets to alleviate the situation.

Dates: 1842-08-11

Prices of Domestic Produce in Confederate Treasury Notes from 1 January 1861 to 1 January 1865

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0352
Abstract

Prices of domestic produce in Confederate Treasury Notes from 1 January 1861 to 1 January 1865

Dates: 1861-1865