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- [USAF Extension Course Shipping List]
- Shipping list of correspondence course items and printer error corrections for course 3B from Air University at Gunter Air Force Base, Alabama
- [USAF Extension Course Shipping List #2]
- Shipping list of correspondence course items and printer error corrections from Air University at Gunter Air Force Base, Alabama.
- [USAF Extension Course Shipping List #4]
- Shipping list of correspondence course items for the course two, volume two lesson plan from Air University at Gunter Air Force Base, Alabama.
- [USAF Extension Course Shipping List #5]
- Shipping list of correspondence course items and printer error corrections for the course two, volume one lesson from Air University at Gunter Air Force Base, Alabama.
- [Blank Examination Answer Sheet #2]
- Blank answer sheet for an Air Force correspondence course examination, along with an envelope from Gunter Air Force Base.
- [USAF Extension Course Shipping List February 9, 1965]
- Shipping list of correspondence course items and printer error corrections for course 3B from Air University at Gunter Air Force Base, Alabama.
- [USAF Correspondence Course Suggested Additional Readings]
- List of suggested books for additional reading for volume two of an Air Force correspondence course.
- Award for Civilian Service
- Cloth Army Air Forces Emblem seen attached to the bottom left corner of a certificate awarding the emblem to Eleanor McLernon for civilian service.
- [Clipping: "Dorothea 'Didi' Moorman"]
- Newspaper clipping about women dispelling male fears about the B-29 Superfortress. A photo of Dorothea "Didi" Moorman standing with Brig. General Paul Tibbets in Fort Walton Beach Florida is shown.
- [Graded Test Answer Sheet For Horace Bartlett]
- Filled in and graded answer sheet for a test taken by Horace E. Bartlett, along with a blank student progress sheet, a book order form, and a list of books available to purchase from Maxwell Air Force Base. These are paired with an envelope addressed to Bartlett in Sweetwater, Texas.
- [Civil War Diary of Dr. John Henry Bass]
- Transcript of the diary of D. John Henry Bass documenting his time in the Confederate Army, including his observations, notes about the progress of the war and various skirmishes, and being wounded.
- [Clipping: Women pilots flew for their country]
- Page 2: Newspaper clipping of an article about a reunion of the WASPin Tucson, Arizona, and delving into WASP Eleanor "Mickey" Brown's experience as a female pilot. The article includes photos of Eleanor Brown, the author Jim Bishop, and a photo of Eleanor Brown perched on the wing of a plane. There are other articles on the back of the clipping, including two about car crashes.
- [Clipping: Women pilots flew for their country]
- Newspaper clippings of an article about a reunion in of the WASP group in Tucson, Arizona, and delving into WASP Eleanor "Mickey" Brown's experience as a female pilot. The article also discusses the lack of recognition for WASP by the military. The article includes photos of Eleanor Brown, the author Jim Bishop, and a photo of Eleanor Brown perched on the wing of a plane. There are other articles on the back of the two clippings, including two about car crashes and several obituaries.
- [Letter from Ruby Blackburn to L. B. Stephens - October 17, 1957]
- A letter addressed to Mr. L. B. Stephens, Administrator, Interstate Parole Compact, Montgomery, Alabama, from Jack Ross, Administrator, Interstate Parole Compact, Austin, Texas (by Ruby Blackburn, Administrative Assistant), Board of Pardons and Paroles, Texas, dated October 17, 1957. Blackburn acknowledges the receipt of correspondence relative to the termination of the supervision of Subject 59,311. Typewritten at the bottom of the page is correspondence from Blackburn to Mr. Carswell advising him to return the supervisory material to their office, that the Subject has been transferred to Florida and she expresses their appreciation for the cooperation and assistance by him in this matter.
- Oral History Interview with Carl Swanigan, May 8, 2003
- Interview with Carl Swanigan from Alabama and great-grandson of George Ricks a pastor from Tuscumbia, Alabama. The interview includes Swanigan discussing his family history and relation to religion, with a focus on his great-grandfather.
- [Letter from G. W. Carver to T. N. Carswell - December 9, 1941]
- A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Parramore Post No. 57, American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from G. W. [George Washington] Carver, Board of Trustees, The George Washington Carver Foundation, Tuskegee Institute, Alabama, dated December 9, 1941. G. W. Carver defines Americanism. Typewritten on The George Washington Carver Foundation letterhead.
- [Letter from George M. Cox to T. N. Carswell - November 27, 1941]
- A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Parramore Post No. 57, American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from George M. Cox, Executive Editor, The Mobile Press Register, Mobile, Alabama, dated November 27, 1941. George M. Cox defines Americanism.
- [Washington Avenue Counsellor]
- September 22, 1965 edition of the Washington Avenue Counsellor, newsletter for the Washington Avenue Church of Christ in Russellville, Alabama.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, August 27, 1945]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon about personnel being discharged and other things that are happening within the military.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, November 21, 1944]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon congratulating her on her completion of training, discussing past correspondence, aviation, and dealing with trainees.
- [Letter from Barney Driscoll to Lt. Col. Al Bennett, Dec 7, 2009]
- Letter from Barney Driscoll to Lt. Col. Al Bennett discussing a copy of the history of the WASP that was enclosed and the veterans museum in Huntsville, Texas.
- [Letter from Robert Burr addressed to Gentlemen, Parramore Post No. 57, American Legion, Abilene, Texas - December 17, 1941]
- A letter to the Abilene, Texas American Legion post, from Robert Durr, Editor, The Weekly Review, Birmingham, Alabama, dated December 17, 1941. Robert Durr defines Americanism.
- [Letter from O. B. Ellis to Truett Latimer, April 20, 1954]
- Letter from O. B. Ellis to Truett Latimer thanking him for support provided on a project for Eastham Prison.
- [Letter from from Clyde E. Fulmer to Blanche Perry]
- A handwritten letter from from Clyde E. Fulmer, minister at Capital Heights Church, describing the painting and its display. Mentions that painting was slightly too short in width.
- [Letter from from Clyde E. Fulmer to Blanche Perry #2]
- A letter from Clyde E. Fulmer, minister at Capital Heights Church, to Blanche Perry describing the painting she did for the church and that Fannie Ellen did some "fill in" work with Perry's knowledge.
- [Letter from from Clyde E. Fulmer to Blanche Perry #3]
- A letter from Clyde E. Fulmer, minister at Capital Heights Church, to Blanche Perry informing her of the arrival of the painting she made for the church, and their plans to hang it within the week.
- [Letter from E. Gouldman to W. K. McAlpine, April 20, 1900]
- Letter from E. Gouldman to W. K. McAlpine discussing some documents and the guardianship of C. E. Gouldman.
- [Letter from A. F. Harman to T. N. Carswell - December 11, 1941]
- A reply letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Parramore Post No. 57, American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from A. F. Harman, President, Alabama College, Montevallo, Alabama, dated December 11, 1941. A. F. Harman defines Americanism.
- [Clipping: "Zoot Suits, Parachutes, and Wings of Silver, Too"]
- Newspaper clipping about the 1986 WASP reunion, Avenger Field, woman aviation history, the WFTD, WAFS, the combat they participated in, what training consisted of, what they did after the war, minor and serious crashes, and the deactivation of the WASP.
- [Clipping: "Zoot Suits, Parachutes, and Wings of Silver, Too"]
- Magazine clipping of an article about the history of the WASPs and some of their personal experiences in aviation.
- A History of the Women Airforce Service Pilots at Napier Field, Dothan, Alabama
- History report documenting the timeline of Women Airforce Service Pilots working at Napier Airfield from January 2, 1944 to Decmber 20, 1944, including various statistics about the group and an evaluation of their effectiveness.
- [Letter from Maj. Paul Hill to Gunter Airforce Base, unknown date]
- Letter from Paul Hill to Gunter Airforce Base explaining why the sender's application has been returned.
- [Letter from Emma Mae Hutto to Truett Latimer, January 16, 1953]
- Letter from Emma Mae Hutto to Truett Latimer discussing Latimer's recent case of the flu and the issue of allowing women to serve on juries.
- [Postcard from Cornelia Yerkes to Fred G. and Frances Yerkes, August 22, 1944]
- Postcard from Cornelia Yerkes to her parents discussing traveling between Selma, AL, and Houston. The postcard features an image of an AT-6 in flight.
- [Postcard from Cornelia Yerkes to Fred G. and Frances Yerkes, August 22, 1944]
- Postcard from Cornelia Yerkes to her parents discussing traveling. The postcard features an image of a Douglas DC-3.
- [Transcript of The Civil War Diary of Dr. John Henry Bass]
- Transcript of the diary of D. John Henry Bass documenting his time in the Confederate Army, including his observations, notes about the progress of the war and various skirmishes, and being wounded.
- [Texas HSR 116 Honoring Judge E. T. Brooks]
- Texas House Simple Resolution 116 written by Truett Latimer honoring the life and career of Judge E. T. Brooks.
- [McLernon Autobiographic Sketch]
- Short autobiographic essay written by Eleanor McLernon on her life, family, career, and experience with the WASP program. A note paired with the paper reads, "Brief autobiographic sketch for the ALL-WASP lino graphic book Betty Turner currently working on (1999)".
- [Clipping: "WW2 Flying Women"]
- Newspaper clipping of the "People" section of the June 1995 issue of Florida Today. Articles about the story of the WASPs, Michael Jackson's accusations of child molestation, neutering dogs, and more are included. "WW2 Flying Women" discusses two local women, Marjorie Sizemore and Carolyn Miller, and their service in the WASP.
- [Letter from M. F. Ohme to A. N. Densmore, November 3, 1960]
- Letter from M. F. Ohme to Captain A. N. Densmore informing him of his satisfactory completion of his staff study report.
- [Letter from F. D. Patterson to T. N. Carswell - December 9, 1941]
- A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Parramore Post No. 57, American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from F. D. Patterson, President, Tuskegee Institute, Alabama, dated December 9, 1941. Patterson advises Carswell that he has enclosed a copy of an article he wrote titled "My Definition of Americanism" and that the original of this article was sent to Adjutant General R. B. Handy, Jr. of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Kansas City, Missouri at his request. Typewritten on Tuskegee Institute letterhead bearing watermark.
- [My Definition of Americanism, by F. D. Patterson - December 3, 1941]
- A document titled "My Definition of Americanism," by F. D. Patterson, dated December 3, 1941.
- [Baptistry Painting for Huntsville, Alabama]
- A photograph of the baptistry painting created by Blanche Perry for the Church of Christ in Huntsville, Alabama. The photo was taken at an unknown place in Huntsville, Alabama and depicts the bank of a river with trees, clouds, and mountains. Suggestion of a sun beam cross and dove shaped cloud. The back of the photograph bears the additional inscription "Theme 'The Word of God.'"
- [Baptistry Painting for Huntsville, Alabama #2]
- A photograph of the baptistry painting created by Blanche Perry for the Church of Christ in Huntsville, Alabama. The photo was taken at an unknown place in Huntsville, Alabama and depicts the bank of a river with trees, clouds, and mountains. Suggestion of a sun beam cross and dove shaped cloud.
- [Baptistry Painting for Selma, Alabama]
- Photography of the baptistry painting done for a church in Selma, Alabama.
- [Baptistry Painting for Spruce Pine, Alabama]
- Photograph of baptistry painting done for the Church of Christ in Spruce Pine, Alabama. Depicts river flowing past trees with mountains, hills, and clouds in the background. Back of photo bears inscription C. B. Isom.
- [Blanche Perry Autobiography Draft]
- Photocopy of a manuscript written by Perry about her own life. Relates stories and incidents from childhood, about family members, her own marriage, and subsequent life.
- [Brown Blanche Perry Scrapbook]
- Scrapbook containing photographs, church bulletins, newspaper and magazine clippings, baptistry painting interpretations, etc. related to the various churches and individuals with whom Perry was associated.
- [Color Painting of Capital Heights Church Mural]
- A color painting in miniature of the baptistry painting for the Capital Heights Church in Montgomery, Alabama. Signed and dated by Blanche Perry. Shows sun beam cross, dove shaped cloud, calm river, and tree lined banks.
- [Genealogy by Blanche Perry]
- Unbound compiled genealogy of various branches of the families related to Blanche Perry with various transcribed documents about several key family members. Also included are a copy of the funeral program for Blanche Perry, and obituaries of James Dewitt Garrett, Hattie Garrett Rivers, and Mrs. J. W. Rivers.