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Incomplete Letter from J. I. Weaver, undated.
J. I. Weaver writes to the Home regarding the children of J. C. Reynolds and his wife. He says that Mr. Reynolds died three years ago, and last Friday the 12th, Mrs. Reynolds died and left two little boys. Her last request was that the boys be taken to the Baptist Orphans Home; the oldest will be 7 in May, the youngest "will be 5 soon." Weaver asks to make application for the boys. On the back, Weller writes, "Apl 19 1895 Answered, requesting usual recommendation from the church." Letter marked London, KY. -
Incomplete Letter from W. S. Ryland, undated.
Ryland writes on behalf of an unnamed man who is seemingly interested in getting a girl from the Home. The first part of the letter is missing, so the man's name is unavailable. Ryland also offers Reb. G. H. Burnett and Deacon David Childres to provide "reliable information in the case." Letter marked Russellville, KY. -
Jerry Abramson with General Colin Powell, nd
Photograph of Jerry Abramson and General Colin Powell on stage at an unknown event. -
Jerry Abramson and Muhammad Ali, n.d.
Photograph of Jerry Abramson presenting a plaque or award to Muhammad Ali. -
Johanna Gunter with children, n.d.
Photograph of Johanna Gunter with children in a field taken by Paul Gunter. The photo combines Paul Gunter's skill for naturalism and art photography with his experience with studio portraiture. -
John Henry Humes, n.d.
Photograph of John Henry Humes (1878-1975), father of Helen Humes. He is wearing a suit and overcoat, and holding a hat in his hand. -
Klu Klux Klan Broadside, n.d.
A call to arms for KKK members -
Langston Stadium Housing Project photograph, n.d.
Langston Stadium Housing Project, Washington D.C. -
Letter from Barthelemi Tardiveau to St. John de Crevecoeur, n.d. Philadelphia
Letter from Tardiveau to Crevecoeur discussing exports from Philadelphia to Canton and India, and the troubles learning the contents of the cargo aboard the ship. In general, contents include wine, iron, brandy, ginseng, cloth, and piastres. He updates him on the conditions of the exchange between Philadelphia and England, New York, and Boston, as well as the monetary exchange rate. -
Letter from Henry Clay to Hon. John Ewing, n.p. n.p., n.d.
Ewing has asked Clay to recommend a suitable person to be U.S. Attorney for Kentucky. Clay replies that his recommendation might prove injurious, or at best, receive "but little consideration." -
Letter to the Baptist Orphans Home from M. D. Jeffries and J. W. Miller, undated.
M. D. Jeffries and J. W. Miller writes to the Home to "represent Mr. John Forbis and wife to be good and honest persons" that would be "good-loving and faithful friends to any child." Letter marked Louisville, KY. -
Louisville Steam & Electric Company Drawing Detail, n.d.
Architecture detail of the arch for Louisville Steam & Electric Company -
Maggie Harper (Steamboat) Broadside, n.d.
This broadside advertises a July 4 excursion on the steamer Maggie Harper for a day trip from Carrollton, Ky. to Louisville, Ky. Notes include that music and refreshments are to be provided, but "Positively no liquors allowed." -
Mansion from Alley on Chestnut Between 6th & 7th, n.d.
Rear view of a mansion on Chestnut Street between 6th and 7th Streets, undated. This might be a rear view of the Huston Apartments at 620 W. Chestnut. -
Nancy Pearson Carter, n.d.
Photograph of Nancy Pearson Carter.She is posed in a hat decorated in flowers.Tags hats -
North side of Broadway photograph, n.d.
Louisville street scene, showing the north side of Broadway, between 2nd and 3rd Streets. [Samuel W. Thomas notes, "View of the north side of Broadway west of Second Street, now a McDonald's." [February 2004] Taken from The Filson Newsmagazine, volume 4, number 2.] -
Pastime Boat Club Cruising Area, no date
Hand drawn map of the cruising area of the Pastime Boat Club. The club usually cruised upriver from its Louisville base. Over the years, due to riverfront industrial development, population shifts to eastern Jefferson County, and a need for a good location for its headquarters, the club focused its activities on a stretch of the Ohio from Louisville to Westport. -
Photograph of Hannover, Germany, n.d.
Photography of Hannover, Germany. -
Photograph of the jazz trio featuring Babs Gonzales
Photograph given to Helen Humes. It is of a trio of African American Musicians at a club. The handwritten note on the front reads "To Helen. The Greatest. Babs." The lead singer is likely Babs Gonzales.