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12 Days in May Betamax Tapes

 Collection
Identifier: 2013-027
Abstract

Collection contains the Beta Tapes during the student unrest May 1970 at the University of Alabama.

Dates: 1970-05

African American Mounted Photographs Collection

 Collection
Identifier: WP-014
Abstract

A collection of thirteen black-and-white mounted portraits depicting African Americans.

Dates: 1920 - 1939

Agnes Ellen Harris Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0635
Abstract

Contains correspondence and records, index to student files (1930-1944), and indices to miscellaneous publications. Publication topics include agriculture, home economics, P.T.A., publishing companies, sororities, University of Alabama publications, publications of other Alabama colleges and normal schools, and out-of-state college publications.

Dates: 1919 - 1945

Aileen Kilgore Henderson Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0661
Abstract

Drafts and final manuscripts of the works of this award-winning Alabama children's author, and correspondence with her editor and with her fans. Also a United States Army Women's Corps uniform [not AKH's actual uniform; the attached insignia may or may not be hers either]: jacket, blouse, skirt and garrison cap, circa 1944-1951 and other military recognitions.

Dates: 1938 - 2008

Alabama Federation of Women's Clubs, Fifth District scrapbooks

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3784
Abstract

Three scrapbooks from the Alabama Federation of Women's Clubs), Fifth District

Dates: 1937-1942

Alabama Federation of Women's Clubs, First District scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3781
Abstract

Scrapbook from the Alabama Federation of Women's Clubs), First District

Dates: 1941-1942

Alabama Federation of Women's Clubs, Fourth District scrapbooks

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3783
Abstract

Two scrapbooks from the Alabama Federation of Women's Clubs), Fourth District

Dates: 1948-1950

Alabama Federation of Women's Clubs, Second District scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3782
Abstract

Scrapbook from the Alabama Federation of Women's Clubs, Second District

Dates: 1940-1941

Alabama Federation of Women's Clubs, Seventh District scrapbooks

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3785
Abstract

Three scrapbooks from the Alabama Federation of Women's Clubs), Seventh District

Dates: 1934-1941

Alabama Temperance records

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-2323
Abstract

Correspondence about the temperance movement in Alabama

Dates: 1880

Alabama Warriors speech text

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0053
Abstract

Text of a speech describing the contribution of Emma Sansom, Joseph Wheeler, Raphael Semmes, and John Pelham to Alabama history, read at the February 2, 1933, meeting of the Canebreak Rifle Guard Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy.

Dates: 1933

Alice A. Lide Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0127
Abstract

This collection consists of a typescript copy of a paper titled "Franklin K. Beck," by Alice A. Lide, recounting his life and accomplishments. It is based largely on secondary sources.

Dates: undated

Alice and Algernon Sydney Garnett Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0561
Abstract

Letters written by Alice Garnett and her husband Algernon Sydney Garnett, a professor at the University of Alabama, discussing, among other things, the hardships of travel, news of the university, its professors, and their wives, the election of a new superintendent of education, and a rebellion by the University Cadets against the commandant.

Dates: 1850-1873

Alma Bishop Williams Photographs

 Collection
Identifier: 2012-032
Abstract

Collection consists of Bishop and Harry’s family, a family friend’s photographs, and some unidentified photographs.

Dates: 1862 - 1974

Altrusa Club, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, charter

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3736
Abstract

Charter of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, branch of this international service organization

Dates: 1966 March 4

American Association of University Women, Tuscaloosa Branch records

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0073
Abstract

Includes the Tuscaloosa branch secretary’s notebooks, which contain the association's official correspondence, meeting minutes, by-laws, and other records that vary by year. Also includes the executive board files and scrapbooks

Dates: 1928-2002

Ethel Marie Armes papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0087
Abstract

Personal letters written by Ethel Armes, a Birmingham journalist and author, primarily to Alice Wiggin of Franklin, Massachusetts.

Dates: between 1890 and 2002

Augusta Evans Wilson papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1563
Abstract

Correspondence, newspaper clippings, and a bound manuscript of the 19th-century author Augusta Evans Wilson of Mobile, Alabama.

Dates: 1859-1909

Aurora Pryor McClellan commonplace and autograph book

 Collection
Identifier: W-0015
Abstract

Sketches, quotations, brief journal entries, and several letters.

Dates: 1861-1903

Athelyne Celest Banks Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-4105
Abstract

Papers that document the life of a prominent African American educator in Decatur, Alabama.

Dates: 1889-2008

Harry V. Barnard paper

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0114
Abstract

Condensation of a 1954 term paper titled "LaGrange College: A Historical Sketch.

Dates: 1954

Battle family papers

 Collection
Identifier: W-0010
Abstract

Letters, calling cards, scripture cards, and a small journal of this Tuskegee, Alabama, family.

Dates: 1855-1871

Dr. Patricia Bauch Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3681
Abstract

Twelve bound research projects from retired UA faculty

Dates: 1970s-2000s

Belle R. Harrison letters

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0645
Abstract

Letters to Harrison, a member of the Tuscaloosa women's literary society, the Kettledrum, relating to her book of poetry. Correspondents include Martha Young and Augusta Evans Wilson.

Dates: 1895-1903

Billie Jean Young Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3417
Abstract

The collection contains materials related to Billie Jean Young's one-woman show Fannie Lou Hamer: This Little Light… and other materials produced and gathered by Young.

Dates: 1983 - 2002

George H. Blelock letter

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0173
Abstract

A letter dated 21 June 1865 to Capt. J. M. Cary of Chunnenuggee, Alabama. Blelock, a publisher in New York, offered "the most liberal terms" for the future literary productions of Augusta Jane Evans (Wilson) (1835-1909), an immensely popular sentimental novelist.

Dates: 1865 June 21

Sarah Blue collection

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0177
Abstract

A collection of items, most of them relative to the 1915 high school graduation of Sarah Blue of Union Springs, Alabama, including a keepsake book, “My Golden School Days.”

Dates: 1894-circa 1915

Susie L. Meyers Bobb letters

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3658
Abstract

Correspondence between family and friends of the Bobb, Raymond, and Meyers families of Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Iowa. The letters date from 1873-1922, and most of them are written to Susie L. Meyers Bobb, who was likely also Susie L. Raymond.

Dates: 1873-1922

Amelia Boswell letter

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0190
Abstract

Letter dated 13 August 1847, from Boswell of El Dorado, Arkansas, to her cousin, Elizabeth A. Boswell of Pike County, Alabama, discussing the health of family members, crops, and weather.

Dates: 1847 August 13

Charity Sophia Rutland Brett commonplace book

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0206
Abstract

Mid-nineteenth-century combination cookbook and scrapbook that includes a "Cure for Cancer," a "New broth for the sick," and a "remedy for cholera," among others.

Dates: 1851-1856

Glenda Brewer research paper

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0208
Abstract

Research paper titled "Integration at the University of Alabama," submitted for seminar in African American history at the University of Alabama in 1975.

Dates: 1975

Lillian Pearl Brightwell papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-2307
Abstract

Brightwell's scrapbook about her senior year at "L.G.H.S." - Louisville Girls High School in Louisville, Kentucky.

Dates: 1920

Maude Buntin collection

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0229
Abstract

Miscellaneous papers related to Aliceville, Pickens County, Alabama, including the Oak Grove Presbyterian Church Centennial program, 1937, the 50th anniversary booklet of the Tuesday Study Club, 1964, a Bible Study schedule for 1913, and clippings and photos related to Pickens County landmarks.

Dates: 1913-1976

Sallie Burt letter

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0238
Abstract

Letter written by Burt on 12 February 1850, from Columbus [Georgia?], to friend her Lizzie, with news of family and friends

Dates: 1850 February 12

Business and Professional Women's Club records

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0241
Abstract

Scrapbooks and papers of this Tuscaloosa, Alabama, chapter of the Business and Professional Women's Club. Papers include treasurer's reports, public relations reports, and other club information. Scrapbooks contain newspaper clippings, articles, photographs, programs, club yearbooks, and invitations.

Dates: 1935-1967

Helen N. Butler scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0244
Abstract

A scrapbook by Helen N., "Nellie," Butler of Mobile, Mobile County, Alabama, consisting of clippings of newspaper articles, obituaries, poetry, marriage announcements, invitations, visiting cards, letters, prints and engravings.

Dates: 1857–1888

Callahan Family papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0262
Abstract

A miscellany of materials, primarily genealogical records of a large number of families. The collection also contains files on the Hopewell Baptist Church in Fayette County, Alabama, the 26th Alabama Infantry Regiment Company F, Alabama land records, and on women's suffrage.

Dates: unknown

Carl Lamson Carmer letter

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0277
Abstract

Letter written by this acclaimed author of Stars Fell on Alabama to Mrs. Raymond McClain, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, discussing Mrs. McLain's association with Ruby Pickens Tartt, who Carmer praises for her value to the state of Alabama and her work to raise awareness of the folk traditions of Alabama.

Dates: 1972 August 9

Mary Tarver Carroll papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0283
Abstract

Contains two undated letters written from this Alabama resident to Peter Brannon, most likely the director of the Alabama Department of Archives and History; two hand-written verses; and three printed cards with Christmas illustrations and poems written by Carroll.

Dates: circa 1930s

Catherine Hixon Letter

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0679
Abstract

A letter dated 17 July 1853, from Pike County, Alabama to her friend, Mrs. Elizabeth Horn at St. Andrews Bay, Florida. It discusses family matters and health.

Dates: 1853-07-17

Margaret Chenault papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0296
Abstract

Memorabilia of a University of Alabama student, 1930-1934, including a scrapbook, record book, newspapers, and student organization documents

Dates: 1930-1934

Clarence E. and Minnie McDermaid Correspondence

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-2682
Abstract This collection mainly contains correspondence from Emma O. Lundberg to her nephew Clarence McDermaid planning his educational path and discussing his hobbies of music and gardening, events in her everyday life, family and friends, trips, and holidays. There is a large amount of general correspondence from Katharine Lenroot to both Minnie and Clarence consisting of holiday cards and letters discussing daily events, family members, and the illnesses of Emma Lundberg. Emma Lundberg and...
Dates: 1919 - 1975

Matthew William Clinton papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0318
Abstract

Text of a speech on Alabama's state capitals prepared for a 1946 Daughters of the American Revolution meeting and includes a sketch of an architect's plans for improvement of the capitol grounds.

Dates: 1946

Zitella Cocke papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0329
Abstract

The collection contains photocopies of photographs and poems, perhaps written by Cocke.

Dates: circa 1950

Elizabeth Tyler Coleman papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0335
Abstract

A miscellany of materials including genealogy, correspondence, the diary of Priscilla Cooper Tyler, daughter-in-law of President John Tyler, a journal, and Coleman's manuscript of "Priscilla Cooper Tyler and the American Scene: 1816-1889." Includes three letters from President Tyler to his son Robert.

Dates: 1776-1955

Mary Elizabeth Counselman collection

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0361
Abstract

A collection of manuscripts and publications from Alabama sci-fi/horror writer Mary Elizabeth Counselman

Dates: 1940 - 1980

Ethel Creighton poem and watercolor

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0365
Abstract

A poem and a watercolor by Ethel Creighton featuring the Old Spanish Tower in Mobile, Alabama.

Dates: between 1880-1953

Dan T. Carter Photographs

 Collection
Identifier: 2009-092
Abstract

This collection consists of forty-five photographs depicting former Alabama Governor George Wallace, Jr. used by Dan T. Carter in his book "The Politics of Rage: George Wallace, The Origins of The New Conservatism and The Transformation of American Politics" 1995. Images of the various stages of Wallace's life, his family, and his wife, Lurleen. Many are official photographs released from the Governor's office.

Dates: 1918 - 1974

Daphne Cunningham Diaries

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0385
Abstract

Diaries whose short entries provide information on the daily activities of this coed from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, member of Kappa Delta sorority, and 1916 University of Alabama graduate.

Dates: 1913 - 1914

Daughters of the American Revolution. Chief Tuskaloosa Chapter (Tuscaloosa, Alabama) records

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0397
Abstract

One photocopied and bound ledger, two ledgers and five loose leaf notebooks containing the minutes of the membership and board of the Chief Tuskaloosa Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution from 1901 to 1988.

Dates: 1901-1988

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