1943: Is your trip necessary? Needless travel interferes with the war effort
World War, 1939-1945; posters; propaganda; trains; conservation;
This poster shows a group of civilian and military travelers crowded into a railway car. Many have grim or unhappy expressions on their faces. This World War II poster was intended to influence viewers to curtail unnecessary travel so that scarce transportation resources could be used for war purposes.
United States Office of Defense Transportation; US Government Printing Office
Northwestern University Library Digital Collections: World War II Poster Collection
Auburn University Libraries
1943
Coates, Midge
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United States
1944: If your baby must travel in wartime
World War, 1939-1945; pamphlets; conservation; trains; buses; children;
This pamphlet gives advice to mothers traveling with babies and small children. Most of the information regards train travel but there are sections on bus and car travel as well. The pamphlet's advice assumes that the mother has no adults traveling with her.
United States Department of Labor Children's Bureau; US Government Printing Office
Central University Libraries, Southern Methodist University, Historic Government Publications from World War II
Auburn University Libraries
1944
Coates, Midge
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United States
1939: They like winter in New York State: the state that has everything
Skiing--New York (State)--1930-1950, Tourism--New York (State)--1930-1950, United States--Works Progress Administration
This poster was created to promote winter tourism in New York State. It depicts a man and woman cross-country skiing. Both are wearing blue snowsuits, red scarves, red-and-white striped mittens and socks, and brown shoes. A snow-covered hill is shown in the background. This poster was created as part of the Federal Art Project of the Works Progress Administration (WPA).
Rivolta, Jack, 1890-, artist
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division
Auburn University Libraries
1939
Coates, Midge
No known restrictions on publication.
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1943: Millions of troops are on the move: is your trip necessary?
World War, 1939-1945; posters; propaganda; trains; conservation;
This poster shows a large crowd of soldiers in front of several railway cars. This World War II poster was intended to influence viewers to curtail unnecessary travel so that scarce transportation resources could be used for war purposes.
United States Office of Defense Transportation; US Government Printing Office
Northwestern University Library Digital Collections: World War II Poster Collection
Auburn University Libraries
1943
Coates, Midge
Materials published by the U.S. Government Printing Office are in the public domain and, as such, not subject to copyright restriction. However, the Library requests users to cite the URL and Northwestern University Library if they wish to reproduce images from its poster database.
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United States
2005.36.174: Louisa Young Jones to P.M.B. Young, 1857 July 10
1857; Louisa Young Jones; Pierce Manning Butler Young; P.M.B Young; Walnut Grove; Georgia Daloney; Burke County; Mississippi; Cartersville; Marietta; Milledgeville; Pensacola; Florida; West Point; New York; Money; Land Purchasing; Travel; July 4th; Horseback riding; Politics
Although the letter is not signed, it appears to be Louisa writing to her brother, P.M.B. Young. She informs Young of local happenings and gossip. 4 handwritten pages.
Louisa Young Jones
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1857 July 10
Graham R. Neeley
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.161: Elizabeth Caroline Mills to Caroline Elizabeth Jones, 1857 August
1857; Elizabeth Caroline Mills; Caroline Elizabeth Jones; White Oak; North Carolina; New York; Boston; Massachusetts; Philadelphia; Pennsylvania; Cherokee County; Robert M. Young; Josephine Young; Ida Young; Madie; George W. Young; Louisa Y. Jones; Uncle John; Religion; Theater; Travel; Garden; Clothing; Weather; Grandchildren; Health
Elizabeth Mills writes to her daughter of how proud she is of her and the children, her upcoming travel plans, and general gossip. 4 handwritten pages.
Elizabeth Caroline Mills
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1857 August
Graham R. Neeley
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.270: Thomas F. Jones to Kate, 1858 July 27
Transcription; 1858; Kingston; Carolina; Kate; Thomas F. Jones, Jr.; Cartersville; Emma; Travel; Departure; Miss Ginna
A short letter to Kate that included an inquiry about when she was leaving for Carolina. Tom said that Emma wanted to travel with her, if her father would wait. One handwritten page.
Thomas F. Jones
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1858 July 27
Danielle Funderburk
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.288: Thomas F. Jones, Jr. to Kate, 1858 April 24
Transcription; 1858; Columbia; Mill Creek; Travel; Cassville; Presbyterian Church; Conversation Party; Miss Melissa Johnson; Mr. Everett; singing school; Rome; Frank; Mrs. R; Kate; Thos. F. Jones, Jr.;
In a letter to his wife, who is somewhere else, Tom asks when she is going to Columbia. He is happy she is going to Mill Creek but also misses her. He attended a conversation party as a fundraiser for church, where woman fell down the stairs. He mentions meeting a man who wants to start a singing school and a steamboat picnic in Rome. Four handwritten pages.
Thomas F. Jones, Jr.
P.M.B. Young collections, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1858 April 24
Danielle Funderburk
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.385: Geo Wm Young to Sister, 1860 February 29
1860; Resaca; Ginnie; Robert; Tom Jones; Texas; New Orleans; Mobile; Sugar Valley; Lincoln: Travel; Military Orders; Negroes; Yankees; Abolitionists; Murder
In a letter to his sister, George Young discussed their brother, Robert moving to Texas and how much he will miss him. He talked about receiving his orders and how much he will miss the rest of the family. He agreed with her opinion of the Yankees and abolitionists, that they were trying to steal their negroes or get them to murder their owners. He then gave a graphic account of the murder of a couple in Sugar Valley. He was called on to perform the post mortem. He discussed the search for the murderers and that they will hang any abolitionists who cannot account for themselves. He said that anyone heading South should make their wills. Four handwritten pages.
George William Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1860 February 29
Danielle Funderburk
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.118: (Fannie?) to Louisa Young Jones, 1859 September 14
1859; Fannie; Leon; Tranquilla; Oglethorpe; Georgia; Lula; Ma; Father; Travel; Visit; Sickness
The unknown writer is telling Tom about his/her baby daughter and hopes that she will be able to visit her soon. 2 handwritten pages. *The second page is written in a different hand.
(Fannie?)
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 September 14
Graham R. Neeley
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.311: (Henry Thompson Jones?) to Thomas F. Jones, Jr., 1860 July 12
1860; Thomas F. Jones, Jr.; Nancy's Creek; John Allen, Col. W.; Travel; Horse; Mule; Transcription
Letter written by Henry asking Tom if he could borrow “either a horse or mule” for an upcoming trip. 1 handwritten page.
(Henry Thompson Jones?)
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1860 July 12
Graham R. Neeley
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.369: Fannie to Louisa Young Jones, 1860 August 07
1860; Fannie; Louisa Young Jones; Marietta; Oglethorpe; Walnut Grove; Georgia; Brother Gus; Addie; Lula; Susie; Travel; Fatigue; Mountains; Transcription
Fannie writes to Lou informing her she will not will be able to visit due to travel problems and late arrivals. 2 handwritten pages.
Fannie
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1860 August 07
Graham R. Neeley
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.292: Thomas F. Jones, Jr. to Kate, 1857 March 29
1857; Transcription; Thomas F. Jones, Jr.; Kate; Love Letter; Travel
In this three-page handwritten love letter, Thomas F. Jones, Jr. bestows his adoration upon the recipient. He comments how he loved another before, but the woman did not reciprocate his affections. He mentions that he traveled 500 miles by horse for eight days and requests that she write back to him at Monticello, Middle Florida.
Thomas F. Jones, Jr.
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1857 March 29
Heather M. Haley
Auburn University
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2005.36.266: Thomas F. Jones, Jr. to Kate, 1857 April 18
1857; Transcription; Thomas F. Jones, Jr.; Kate; Love Letter; Travel; Alcohol; Religion; Weapons; Mental Health; Mental Illness; Dr. Bythewood
Thomas F. Jones, Jr. authored this seven-page handwritten letter describing an ordeal with an unidentified drunken friend. He was so drunk that Jones likened him to a "Patagonian" who likened him to "the Evil Spirit." He also reassures Kate the he is faithful only to her, undoubtedly because he is on a long journey.
Thomas F. Jones, Jr.
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1857 April 18
Heather M. Haley
Auburn University
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2005.36.125: Unknown to Caroline E. Young, 1859 March 15
1859; Transcription; Caroline E. Young; White Oak; Daughter; Health; Gossip; Lou; Travel; Family; William; Slave
This three-page handwritten letter, including envelope, is indicative of the illiteracy of the unknown author. It is a simple letter chronicling how God can heal wounds of the flesh and of the heart and spirit. She expresses hope that Caroline will visit in the summer months. Sometimes illegible, the note indicates the presence of a house slave.
Unknown Author
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 March 15
Heather M. Haley
Auburn University
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2005.36.117: William Young to Mother, 1859 September 1
1859; Mother; William Young; Visit; Travel; Lou; Family Matters; Family Affairs; Health
This four-page handwritten letter from William Young is almost illegible. The author laments about his loneliness and hopes family comes to visit soon. He also details the health of himself and his family.
William Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 September 1
Heather M. Haley
Auburn University
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2005.36.116: George William Young to Louisa Young, 1859 September 20
Resaca, Georgia; George William Young; Louisa Young; Family; Visiting; Travel; September 20, 1859;
George William Young arriving in Cartersville on the next Monday with his wife, children, and one slave. Arranging for Louisa to make plans to meet them at the depot in Cartersville. 3 handwritten pages
George William Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn History Museum
September 20, 1859
Matthew Robinson
Auburn Unversity
Bartow History Museum
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