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  • The Bingham family, including in-laws Joan Bingham and Whitney Ellsworth gathered with the family dog in front of the mantle in the Music Room at the "Big House" in Melcombe, Glenview, Kentucky.

  • Six-page narrative of Trude Ackermann Breiner as told to Carolyn Moyse and Virginia Wilson. The story covers the Ackermann and Pokorny families's experiences in Vienna, Austria, during World War II and their efforts to navigate the immigration process to the United States.

  • Four-page minutes for the executive board meeting of the National Council of Jewish Women. Louisville Section held on October 9, 1941. A summary of the Service to the Foreign Born chair report includes the "receipt of $10.00 from 2 people who have moved out of the city as return on help from the Comm for their citizenship papers. There were 9 newcomers during the summer. The Nursery School has 33 registrations which means a waiting list of 15. It has been possible to increase the teacher's salary and she has a NYA assistant."

  • Two-page, typed minutes for the annual meeting of the National Council of Jewish Women. Louisville Section held on April 21, 1941. The minutes include a summary of Mrs. Edgar Menderson's presentation on '"National Council in the Field of Service to the Foreign Born." The National Council decided to end the German Children's Aid Inc. "to make way for a broader field of work in service to the foreign born" and increase local sections' financial contributions to the expanded work.

  • 9-page, typed report on the Nursery School operated by the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Louisville Section and the Jewish Welfare Federation of Louisville, Kentucky. The document begins with the need for, purpose, and principles of the "combination nursery and school" for "children 2 1/2 to 5 years of age." It outlines how Selma Kling and Katherine Bottigheimer of the NCJW Americanization Committee spearheaded the creation of the school in part to serve "Immigrant children of pre-school age who will use the school in learning English and general orientation." The school opened on February 5, 1940. The report profiles the initial behavior and improvements of some of the students, including three refugee children. The document notes that "the teacher at the School is a German refugee who obtained kindergarten training in Germany and additional nursery school training in this country. We feel that the provision of employment for her thru the establishment of the Nursery School is in line with the aims of the Council in relation to work with New Americans."

  • National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, Executive Board meeting minutes for December 9, 1940. The minutes include reports on the group's Nursery School enrollment and Workshop, both of which served immigrant women and families. The Service to the Foreign Born Committee also reported on interest in Mrs. Dan Byck's American History study group for German women, collection of clothing for a refugee camp in Spain, and use of the Klauber Fund to cover fees for "four new citizenship papers."

  • National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, Executive Board meeting minutes for June 3, 1940. The minutes reference work with and advocating for immigrants and refugees, such as that "Sara Landau, Chairman of Peace and International Relations suggested that the work of that committee be combined with the Legislative Committee in as much as most of the problems confronting people today deal with legislation in regard to immigration and directed against aliens." Other committee reports include that volunteer English teachers were needed for the Americanization Committee, the "German Children's Aid Inc. has received $527.72 for this year," and "that Mrs. Bernard Selligman plans a study group on Contemporary Jewish Affairs, to hold one meeting each month, to study the refugee problem."

  • This set consists of architectural drawings, sketches, and conceptual renderings related to the design and development of residential and utility structures by Jasper Ward. The Walter P. Swain, Jr. House, located on Johnston Dr. in Watchung, New Jersey, was designed by the firm Ward-Knight and built in 1952. The residence was constructed of mahogany, white marble, reinforced concrete, and glass and sits on 7-acre site. It was awarded the American Institute of Architects, National Award of Merit in 1956. The set includes sketches of the garage and house extension, emphasizing functionality in residential design.

    The main focus is on a solar envelope house with detailed floor plans, cross-sectional views, elevation drawings, and perspective renderings. Annotated diagrams illustrate the movement of air and heat within the solar envelope house, showcasing the integration of solar features into the building's overall aesthetic and functionality. These materials highlight energy efficiency and passive solar design strategies typical of mid-20th-century sustainable architecture. (Note: Documents relating to the "solar envelope house" may refer to the Swain house, but it is unclear if the home used solar energy. These documents may relate to the Vernon Robertson Solar House instead.)

  • The set contains detailed architectural drawings and plans for Adel and Leonard Leight's residence on Glen Arden Road in Louisville's Glenview neighborhood. The original design is credited to Fred De Santo, an architect with Jasper Ward's firm. It features modern design with varied geometry, expansive windows, and drastic roof angles. The drawings include floor plans, elevations, sections, and construction drawings that depict the design and layout of various spaces within the residence, such as custom cabinetry, built-in shelving, and other interior features. It also includes site plans demonstrating the relationship between the building and its natural surroundings, focusing on topographical details and landscaping. These drawings offer a comprehensive overview of this residential project's architectural design and construction considerations.

  • The set includes architectural drawings for the Saint Francis School in Goshen, Kentucky, created by Jasper Ward, in the late 1960's. The drawings feature the site plan, building elevations, and construction sections. These documents provide a comprehensive overview of the school's design and layout, highlighting the architectural details and spatial organization.

  • In the early 1970s, Jasper Ward was hired to design a prototype for former Kentucky Governor and restaurateur John Y. Brown's new fast-food venture. Ollie's Trolley is a restaurant franchise built free-standing and modeled after a historic trolley car. The digitized items in our set are of the exterior elevations of the trolley cars. We also have one drawing on poster board of an Ollie's Trolley restaurant, location unknown.

  • This set includes architectural drawings and sketches by Jasper Ward for the St. Charles Borromeo Church located at 27th and Chestnut Street in Louisville, Kentucky. The drawings focus on a 40-foot geodesic dome design, detailing the dome's structure, panel connections, and integration into the church's existing architecture. The set features detailed plans and longitudinal sections, showcasing the innovative design and construction methods proposed for the dome.

  • Richard Johnson's home in the Benchmark subdivision in New Albany, Indiana, was constructed in 1973. It features five levels, with the rear of the house being mostly glass and overlooking a stream. The set includes original architectural drawings of the floor plan, section cuts, and interior and exterior elevations.

  • City Blue Print of Louisville, Kentucky, was completed in 1969, and the images we have on record are from a 1971 Architectural Record pamphlet. The images consist of two sets of elevations, the floor plans for the space, and pictures of the building exterior in 1971. The building is a well-known Jasper Ward design. It has an unusual sign shaped as a bright blue cube, which is also part of the building with a rainspout that a person can slide down.

  • This set includes architectural and structural drawings created by Jasper Ward between 1974 and 1976 for the A. H. Woode [i.e. Woode] House on Moser Knob Road in New Albany, Indiana. The set features various detailed architectural plans, including exterior elevations, cross-sections, and floor plans that illustrate the modern and unique design of the house. The images capture both broad and intricate views of the house's structure, such as the distinctive roof design, the layout of the living spaces, and detailed cabinetry work within the interior. Additionally, a site plan shows the house's positioning within the surrounding landscape.

  • The Hampton House Architectural Drawings set includes renovation plans for the Hampton House located at 819 W. Main Street, Louisville, Kentucky. Designed in 1980 by architect Jasper D. Ward, these drawings were commissioned by the Russell Neighborhood Commercial Revitalization and Development Committee. The set features detailed floor plans, site plans, and elevation drawings outlining the proposed historic structure changes. The plans illustrate the integration of modern amenities and restoration efforts to revitalize the building for community use while preserving its architectural heritage.

  • The Bill Hume House, designed in 1972 by Jasper D. Ward, was a conceptual architectural project never built. The set includes detailed architectural drawings such as site plans, floor plans, roof framing plans, and various elevations. These drawings illustrate the house's unique geometric design, characterized by a complex, faceted roof structure and a non-traditional floor layout, reflecting the innovative architectural approaches of the early 1970s. The drawings also include intricate details of structural elements and decorative features, providing insight into the meticulous planning that went into this unrealized project.

  • National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, annual meeting minutes, announcement, and election ticket for April 17, 1940. The minutes report on expenditures and remaining funds, including for specific immigrant and refugee aid projects like the establishment of the Council Workshop. A summary of Selma Kling's report notes "that approximately 250 emigrees are now residing in Louisville. These have been the responsibility and care of the [Americanization] committee from the time they arrive until their lives run in normal channels."

  • National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, monthly meeting minutes on March 18, 1940. The minutes report that the Council "has contributed $100 to the National Council Scholarship Fund for Refugees." The Americanization Committee reports "that one new family and one individual had arrived in the City since the last meeting," thanks Council members for donating clothing and furniture for new residents, and notes that the Girl Scouts want to work with the committee to help immigrant girls join. A letter read from the National Chairman of the Children's Aid appeals for continued funding. To conclude the meeting, the Committee on Contemporary Jewish Affairs held a roundtable titled "Milestones in Refugee Resettlement."

  • National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, open meeting minutes on December 11, 1939. The Committee on Americanization “thanked members who visited the German families and also thanked members for the generous response to the committee’s request for furniture.” The minutes also recount expenses and remaining Council funds for November through December. Reports and updates are recorded for the Committee of Education’s book tea and the Peace International Relations Committee’s book review. The Committee of Social Welfare report “asked for volunteers for the Children’s Home” and introduced a “Toy-Lending project.” After one month of operation, the Council workshop “has received $110.00 worth of orders.” Other points of discussion are Red Cross donations and volunteers, the Student Loan fund, the Penny Lunch fund, and updates on local events.
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