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
This file may be freely used. Please cite Government Information Resources, Southern Methodist University as the source of this file. For more information contact ncds@smu.edu.
http://digitalcollections.smu.edu/cdm/ref/collection/hgp/id/461
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English
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If_your_baby_must_travel_in_wartime_electronic_resource.pdf
United States
1945: Me travel? Not this summer: vacation at home
World War, 1939-1945; Transportation--Energy conservation--United States--Posters ; World War, 1939-1945--Transportation--United States--Posters ; War posters, American ; Conserve materials for the war effort
This poster shows a man sitting in a chair, next to a jug of lemonade, with an electric fan blowing on him. The man is in his shirtsleeves and wearing slippers. He is smoking a pipe and has a newspaper in his lap. His dog is curled on the floor next to the ottoman on which the man is resting his feet. This World War II poster was intended to recommend that citizens stay home instead of traveling, as a way to conserve gasoline and rubber tires.
Dorne, Albert, 1904-1965 ; United States. Office of Defense Transportation ; U.S. Government Printing Office
Northwestern University Library: World War II Poster Collection
Auburn University Libraries
1945
Coates, Midge
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United States
1952: Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo
Mobile Alabama Fishing Stock Car Racing
An unidentified man sits behind the wheel of a 1952 MG automobile, the pace car for that year's Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo Championship Stock Car Race. The photo was taken August 4 at the United Fruit Company's waterfront warehouse. The vessel Inigma Fela rests in the water.
Thigpen Studio
University of South Alabama, McCall Library
The Doy Leale McCall Rare Book and Manuscript Library, University of South Alabama
August 4, 1952
Parker, Dylan
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Mobile, Alabama, U.S.
1955/2000s: Rosa Parks bus
Transportation, Buses, Public Transportation, American history, Civil Rights, Rosa Parks, Henry Ford Museum, Montgomery, Alabama
This is the bus Rosa Parks was riding when she was arrested for refusing to give up her seat to a white man in Montgomery, Alabama on December 1, 1955. At the time, Jim Crow laws in Alabama demanded that seating on buses be racially segregated. Ms. Parks' action sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott and became an important episode in the Civil Rights movement. The bus was identified through the bus company's records, and purchased and restored by the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan.
C, Maia
Maia C.'s photostream on Flickr
Auburn University LIbraries
1955-12-01
Caudle, Dana M.
Creative Commons license, non-derivative
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United States -- Alabama -- Montgomery County -- Montgomery
1971: Auburn, Alabama Train Depot
Trains; Railroads; Depots; Transportation; Auburn, AL; Lee County, AL
The Auburn, Alabama train depot undergoing renovation in 1971.
Auburn University Libraries
Alabama Cultural Resource Survey
1971
Schmidt, Gregory
public domain
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32.6104496,-85.4806472
United States--Alabama--Lee-Auburn
1st Lt. Chadwick McFall Barber Marker
Historic Markers; Memorials; Monuments; Florence, AL; Lauderdale County, AL
This marker is located in front of the Memorial Amphitheater on the University of North Alabama's Campus.
The text on the marker reads: "Lt. Chadwick McFall Barber proudly served his country with distinction and paid the ultimate sacrifice when he was killed in action January 8, 1969, in the Republic of Vietnam. This bronze statue captures his likeness. Ola McFall Barber, David McFall, Rosemarie McFall, and Frances McFall donated this statue and the limestone markers in Lt. Barber's memory."
The marker was donated by the McFall family.
Dylan Tucker, University of North Alabama
"1st Lt. Chadwick McFall Barber Marker." Accessed 09/17/2015. http://www.lat34north.com/historicmarkersal/
Alabama Cultural Resource Survey
Mid 1900s
Text
2005: Heber Valley Railroad, Heber Creeper
Heber City (UT); Wasatch Mountain Railway; Steam Locomotive;
Heber City Utah's Heber Creeper, No. 618 Steam Locomotive
Mixon, Christopher
Mixon, Christopher
Mixon, Christopher
October 15, 2005
Mixon, Christopher
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Heber City; Utah; Wasatch Mountain Railroad
2005: Morning Ride on the Brown Line
Chicago (Ill.); Local transit, Illinois, Chicago, Loop
Northbound on Chicago's Brown Line
Mixon, Christopher
Mixon, Christopher
Mixon, Christopher
June 27, 2005
Mixon, Christopher
All rights reserve
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Chicago North Loop
2005.35.180: P.M.B. Young to Sister, 15 June 1854
Georgia Military Institute; Sister
P.M.B. Young
15 June 1854
2005.36.101: N Reynolds to Tom, 1859 November 23
1859; Transcription; Mother; Mrs. Watts; Col Watts; Kate; Alick; Dr. Framer; Mrs. Gennie Smith; Col Young; John Wes; Greenwood; Bereavement; Cotton Crop; Smoking; Images; Pastor
A letter to Tom from his mother-in-law (?) about the death of her daughter, Kate. She mentioned the cotton crop, a visit from his mother, She discussed Alick, who is working for Dr. Framer and asked Tom to have him stop smoking. She mentioned that she sent him a likeness of Kate and that there were other copies.
N Reynolds
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Musem
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 November 23
Danielle Funderburk
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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Englush
Manuscript
2005.36.101: N. Reynolds to Tom, 1859 November 23
Transcription; 1859; Mrs. Watts; Col Watts; Alick; Dr. Framer; John Wes; Mrs. Ginnie Smith; Death; Mourning; Cotton; Employment
A letter from a mother-in-law to her son-in-law about the death of her daughter. She referenced a good cotton crop. And someone named Alick who was employed by Dr. Framer. She sent him a picture of Kate and referred to another photo that she had. Four handwritten pages.
N. Reynolds
P.M.B Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 August 23
Danielle Funderburk
Auburn Universtiy
Bartow History Museum
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JPEG
English
Manuscript
2005.36.103: Kate to Unknown, 1859 May 21
1859; Kate; Oak Grove; Cousin; Columbia; South Carolina; Greenwood; North Carolina; Anderson; Georgia; Virginia; Chesapeake Bay; Florida; Aunt Mary; John; Lillie Brooks; Lizzie Arnold; Dick Walter; Dr. Templeton; Meredith; Jinnie Smith; Sallie Smith; Jinnia Mosley; John Riley; Jim Riley; Sallie Waller; Lizzie Boozer; Bennet; John D. McKellar; Jack Cain; Lizzie Blake; Manie; Mr. Maulding; Ann M.; Bud; Uncle Peter; Sallie Brown; Jack Griffin; Johnny; Aunt Nancy; Milt Coleman; Mollie Brooks; Sickness; Disease; Diarrhea; Summer; Gossip; Marriage; Courting; Dating; Health; Transcription
Kate describes the courting scene as well as the death of an infant. 8 handwritten pages.
Kate
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 May 21
Graham R. Neeley
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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PDF
English
Manuscript
2005.36.104: John A. Jones to Sister, 1859 May 27
1859; Greenville, SC; Grandma; Health; John A. Jones; Lou; Family Affairs; Family Life; Family Matters; Family Visitation; Marriage
4 handwritten pages, this letter is torn in the center and the author wrote vertically over the first page of the letter when concluding. This letter, while difficult to read, chronicles the general affairs of the family, including recent visitations and suggestions for marriage partners for Lou.
John A. Jones
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 May 27
Heather M. Haley
Auburn University
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English
Manuscript
2005.36.106: Mary to Elizabeth Caroline Young
Mary; Elizabeth Caroline Young; Memories; Childhood; Illness; Sickness; Visit; Sisters
Letter from Mary to her sister, Elizabeth Caroline Young. Mary inquires about Elizabeth's health, noted it as poor. Mary also mentions a proposed family visit, and reminisces about memories between the two sisters.
Mary Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
17 October 1859
Erik Haeuser
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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English
Manuscript
2005.36.106: P.M.B. Young to Sister, 1859 June 12
1859; P.M.B. Young; Sister; Louisa; West Point Military Academy; Cadet Life; School Work; War of 1812; Mexican War; Graduation; Banquet; Transcription
P.M.B. Young writes home to his sister (specific one unknown) his recent examinations, banquets for soldiers returning to campus, and graduation of a class and the ceremony that went along with it. 2 handwritten pages
P.M.B. Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 June 12
Neil Humphrey
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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PDF
English
Manuscript
2005.36.107: Louisa Young to P.M.B. Young, 1859 June 9
1859; Family relations; Robert Young; Macon; Georgia; Savannah; Georgia; Washington; Tennessee
A brief letter from Louisa Jones to PMB Young. Louisa expresses how she misses her brother and is excited to see him during an upcoming visit. She mentions the condition of their brother, Robert. Louisa discusses family matters as well as mentioning family friends who miss Pierce.
Louisa Young
P. M. B. Young Collection; Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn History Department
1859 June 9
Peter R. Thomas Jr.
Auburn History Department
Bartow History Museum
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English
Manuscript
2005.36.108: Pierce M.B. Young to Louisa Young, 1859 May 15
1859; West Point; New York; Father (Robert M. Young, Sr.); Mother (Caroline Young); Yankees; Abolition; Young Ladies; Financial Obligations; West Point; United States Military Academy; Business Matters; Furlough
Letter was written right before P.M.B. Young's first furlough after two years at West Point. He mentions a receipt of money from father and agreement with father's views. Includes comments about reluctance to ask someone for a favor, disdain for Yankees, and enchantment with northern young ladies but no interest in marrying any of them. Original document consists of one hand-addressed envelope and two hand-written pages.
Pierce M.B. Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 May 15
Shari L. Williams
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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English
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2005.36.110: Unknown to Pierce M.B. Young, 1856
1856; Woodford; Panola County Mississippi; Beaver Dam Lake; Tunica MS; Memphis TN; Geo Griff; Col M. Wallace & Lady; Invitation to Visit; Duck Hunting; Walker Question; Election
Author extended an invitation to Pierce to visit on Pierce's next trip out west. He mentioned an upcoming duck hunt at Beaver Dam and wished that Pierce could join him. The author mentioned being annoyed with Griff for not responding to several letters. Discussed sentiment about "young bloods" like Pierce who needed to quench the "fires" burning in their view during the next election. Made reference to "damned Abolitionists." 3 handwritten pages.
Unknown
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1856 November 25
Shari L. Williams
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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English
Manuscript
2005.36.111: (E.T. Sabal?) to P.M.B. Young, 1859 May 14
1859; P.M.B. Young; Marietta; Georgia; sickness; health conditions
A letter to P.M.B. Young from a friend who is sick and unable to leave home.
(E.T. Sabal?)
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 May 14
Peter R. Thomas Jr.
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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English
Manuscript
2005.36.112: George and Virginia to Mother (Young), 1859 June 23
1859; George; Virginia; Mother; Father; Grand Pa; Grand Ma;
Bud; Diddie; Lamar; Lou; Miss Jones; Ginie; Calhoun; Sickness; Crops; Children; Family Life; Religion; Hope; Gifts; Correspondence; Family Matters; Death; Transcription
Virginia writes a letter to Mother Young, detailing the family’s recent business, thanking them for gifts of apples while describing how the whole family is sick, especially George. George writes a shorter letter to accompany hers, where he speaks much of religion and sickness. 4 handwritten pages.
Virginia and George Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 June 23
Neil Humphrey
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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English
Manuscript
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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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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English
Manuscript
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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English
Manuscript
2005.36.119: Elizabeth Caroline Young to Son, 1859 September 6
Health; family; Father; Emma; Sally; John Davis; Death; Illness
The letter was from Elizabeth Caroline Young to her son, dated September 6, 1859. In the letter, Elizabeth Caroline Young addresses current family topics, such as deaths, illnesses, and the state of the family in general. 4 handwritten pages
Elizabeth Caroline Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 September 6
Erik Haeuser
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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English
Manuscript
2005.36.120: Emma to brother, 1859 August 29
1859; Transcription; Pleasant Mound; Pa; Kate; Ma; Henny; Mrs. Reynolds; Mr. Watts; Willie; Sallie; Ed; Bereavement; Sympathy; Death; Baby; Religion; Health
A letter to her brother, whose wife (and baby) has recently died. She tells her brother to think of her in heaven. She asks about the baby, if it lived and if so does his mother-in-law have it, and an offer to take the baby if he wants. Three handwritten pages.
Emma
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 August 29
Danielle Funderburk
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
PDF
JPEG
English
Manuscript
2005.36.121: Mary (Jones) Thompson to Louisa Young, Unknown March 29
Greenville; South Carolina; Uncle John; Butler; Colonel Harris; Gabe Kyne; Mr. Moon; Carrie Earle; Father (Robert M. Young Sr.); Mother (Caroline Jones) Young; Weather; Health; Courtship; Marriage; Criminal Activity; Family Visitation; Transcription
News on family health and well-being along with advice and encouragement on making courtship and marriage decisions. Requests that the family make a trip to SC for a visit. Includes a warning to Robert M. Young, Sr. to be watchful for a fugitive named Gabe Kyne, who may try to impose on the family. Original letter has 7 handwritten pages.
Mary (Jones) Thompson
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
Unknown March 29
Shari L. Williams
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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English
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2005.36.122: Jeannie to Louisa Young, 22 May 1859
1859; Charleston; South Carolina; Jeannie; Calhoun family; Family; Emotions; Sickness; Homesickness; Social Relations; Entertainment
This letter expresses pain and disappointment related to the “very long time” since receiving a letter. Jeannie compares the love to a son to her love for Louisa. The letter also discusses the social life of Charleston, South Carolina.
Jeannie
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
22 May 1858
Peter R. Thomas Jr.
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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English
Manuscript
2005.36.123: Louisa to Tom, 1859 August 31
1859: Sick Children; Mental illness; Physical illness; Shame; Meeting; Love; Longing; Visiting; Family Matters; Transcription
Louisa writes to Tom, excusing herself for being in a poor mental/physical state because her recent bouts of illness. Much of her family has been sick, including children and aunts. She hopes that she can come visit him or he can come visit her soon. 3 handwritten pages
Louisa Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 August 31
Neil Humphrey
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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English
Manuscript
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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PDF
English
Manuscript
2005.36.126: Letter to Thomas F. Jones, Jr., 1859 March 01
1859; Thomas F. Jones, Jr.; Blythewood; Charleston; South Carolina; Blake; Leverett; C. Carroll; Louis Houston; J.A.J. Collins; Jack; Newton Mathus; Dr. Bythewood; Wiley Wheddon; Frank; George Hamptin; Cook; Gideon Mills; Pope; Nebraska; R. Sloan; Money; Business; Cotton; Slaves; Runaway
Letter detailing business transactions, cotton purchasing, settling of payments, and runaway slaves. 4 handwritten pages.
Unknown
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 March 01
Graham R. Neeley
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
JPEG
English
Manuscript
2005.36.127: Kate to Unknown, 1859 June 19
Cousin; Henry; Church; Rain; Illness; Sunday; Brother; Sadness; Eufaula; Alabama; Carrie; Affection; Death; Sally; Brother
A letter from Kate to Unknown, concerning the state of the family and family friends. Cousin Henry, Sally, and Carrie are mentioned. Kate continuously mentions her sadness at the recipient's absence. 3 handwritten pages
Kate
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 June 19
Erik Haeuser
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
JPEG
English
Manuscript
2005.36.128: Fannie [Jacobs?] to Miss Lou, 1859 November 3
Transcription; 1859; Charleston; Miss Agnes Bates; Greensboro; Sister Mollie; Sallie Callaway; Merrion Porter; School; Friendship; Carriage Breakdown
A letter from a new friend from a young lady going to school in Charleston. She mentions a carriage breakdown in Greensboro. She has settled back in Charleston and is waiting for school to start back. She tells Miss Lou that she wishes all her friends could meet. Two handwritten pages.
Fannie [Jacobs]?
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 November 3
Danielle Funderburk
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
PDF
JPEG
English
Manuscript
2005.36.129: Sister to Brother, 1859 November 1
Sister; Brother; Sally; Walnut Grove; Carrie; Virginia Springs; Front House; Dr. Goldsmith; Family
A letter from Sister to Brother, detailing family events and the conditions of Sally, Carrie, and others. The author mentions the Summer plans of the family, as they plan to reside in Virginia Springs for the season. Additionally, a visit with Dr. Goldsmith is mentioned briefly. 6 handwritten pages
Sister
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 November 1
Erik Haeuser
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
JPEG
English
Manuscript
2005.36.13: J.W. Jones to Jeni, 1857 July 6
1857; J.W. Jones; Jeni; Monticello; Florida; Hapevill; Georgia; Crops; War; Horse; P.M.B. Young; Willie; Dr. W. B. Griffin; Sister Margaret; Children; Sickness; Love; Luck; Transcription
J.W. Jones writes to Jeni, thanking her for corresponding because since she does so rarely his family often wonders about her. His children have been sick and he is requesting a horse to be sent to him. His crops are not doing that great, neither are Jeni's, and he hopes Jeni's situation that she wrote to him about gets better. 3 handwritten pages.
Dr. J.W. Jones
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn Universty
1857 July 6
Neil Humphrey
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
JPEG
PDF
English
Manuscript
2005.36.133: Ma & Mary Thompson to Caroline Elizabeth Jones, (Unknown Year) December 23
December; Ma; Mary Thompson; Caroline Elizabeth Jones;
Washington; Kentucky; Uncle Thomas; Col. Harris; Louisa Young Jones; Christmas; Clothing; Pain
Ma authors the first page and writes about Christmas events. Mary authors the final pages to Caroline because Ma is in pain. She goes to write about her desire to travel the world and that Louisa has moved to Kentucky with Thomas. She also writes about the latest fashion. 5 handwritten pages.
Ma & Mary Thompson
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
(Unknown Yea)r December 23
Graham R. Neeley
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
JPEG
English
Manuscript
2005.36.135: Emma to Sister, 1859 March 25
1859; Transcription; Emma; Ed; Religion; Health; Tom; Caroline Chapman; Miss Hammond; Henry; Julia Farrow; Mary Farley; Lou; Charlie Boyd; Kate; Education; Weather; Hollywood; Family Affairs
This three-page handwritten letter is torn at the top. Written in Emma's hand. she details Ed's recovery from an unknown ailment. She mostly discusses family affairs and general news, including a recent birth, probably to entice her sister to visit in the summer.
Emma
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 March 25
Heather M. Haley
Auburn University
JPEG
PDF
English
Manuscript
2005.36.145: P.M.B. Young to Mother, 1856 March 8
1856; West Point Military Academy; Cadet Life; Classes; Family Matters; Visiting; Appointments; Award; Local Georgia Politics; George; Robert; Sister; Mother; Father; Lumpkin; McConnel; Bob Stiles; Marietta; Transcription
P.M.B. writes home to his mother, and he talks about cadet life, his classes, and what he has been doing with his little spare time. Meanwhile, he talks about a merit appointment that he believes he should have been recommended for. 3 handwritten pages
P.M.B. Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1856 March 8
Neil Humphrey
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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PDF
English
Manuscript
2005.36.146: Louisa Young to P.M.B. Young, 1857 June 16
1857; Walnut Grove; Robert Young; Dr. Hart; West Point; New York; Social Relations; Entertainment; Colonel Watts; P.M.B. Young; Louisa Young; family affairs; military training; cadet life
This letter from sister Louisa expresses how much she misses Pierce. She discusses a visit from Robert that went well. Louisa also expresses her pleasure at Pierce's bright future by complimenting his position at West Point. Louisa mentions a wedding she attended and how everyone in attendance asked about Pierce.
Louisa Young
P.M.B. Young Collection; Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1857 June 16
Peter R. Thomas Jr.
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.147: J.W. Jones to Unknown, 1857 July 11
1857; J.W. Jones; Brother; South Carolina; Pa; Ma; Sister Emma; Sam; John Wesly; Advice; Business; Alcohol; Christmas
J.W. Jones writes to his brother asking when he plans to visit again and how much he enjoys talking business with the his brother. Jones writes of the family and how an acquaintance is unsatisfied with an alcoholic boss. 6 handwritten pages.
J.W. Jones
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1857 July 11
Graham R. Neeley
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.149: Thos. F. Bythersbog (?) to Tom, 1857 September 27
Transcription; 1857; Beaufort; Tom; Reding; Father; Kate; Betty; Mr. Adam; Negroes; Illness; Medicine; Crops; Drought
The writer chastises Tom for not taking care of himself and tells what medicine to take for his liver problems. Mentions that the crops are poor because of the drought. He is happy to hear that Tom and Kate have made up (after a disagreement). Three handwritten pages.
Thos. F. Bythersbog(?)
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1857 September 27
Danielle Funderburk
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.151: Lucy Dashwood to P.M.B. Young, unknown
St. Valentine's Day; Love: Romance; Lucy
A love letter from Lucy Dashwood to P.M.B. Young. 1 handwritten page.
Lucy Dashwood
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1857
Erik Haeuser
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.152: W.W. Boyd to P.M.B. Young, 1857 May 23
1857; Pierce Manning Butler Young; P.M.B. Young; W.W. Boyd; West Point; New York; receipt
Bill of payment. 1 handwritten page.
W.W. Boyd
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1857 May 23
Graham R. Neeley
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.153: Unknown to Unknown, 1857
1857; Transcription; Captain Young; May Eleanor Nesbit; Mr. Nesbit
This one-page handwritten note to an unidentified recipient from an unknown author offers amiable sentiments toward Captain Young following an unspecified incident with May Eleanor Nesbit.
Unknown
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1857
Heather M. Haley
Auburn University
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2005.36.154: M.L. Chester to Louisa Young, 1857 January 1
1857; Transcription; Lou; M.L. Chester; Oakland; Sabbath; Unrequited Love
This three-page handwritten letter from M.L. Chester to Louisa Young condemns Louisa for not reciprocating love for him. He is clearly angered that Louisa did not agree with the friends he kept.
Following Chester's signature is a brief three-sentence handwritten response by Louisa claiming his "accusations are not worth refutation."
M.L. Chester
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
01 January 1857
05 January 1857
Heather M. Haley
Auburn University
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2005.36.156: P.M.B. Young to Father, Dr. R. M. Young,
Unknown July 15-16
West Point Military Academy; Cadet Life; Sickness; Politics; Family Matters; Visiting; Cartersville; Georgia; George; Bob; Mom; sister, Dr. R.M. Young; Transcription
Pierce M.B. Young writes a letter from West Point to his father, Dr. R.M. Young at the Young's family home in Georgia. In it, he details the tough life he is having at West Point, providing information on military drills and a recent sickness he has had. He also discusses Georgia politics, family matters, and expects a visit soon. 4 handwritten pages and one envelope
P.M.B. Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
Unknown July 15-16
Neil Humphrey
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.157: P.M.B Young to Mother, 1857 June 23
1857; West Point; New York; United States Military Academy (USMA); Camp Putnam; Cadet life; Family relations; Emotions; Military life; George; Jim Lewis; Social Relations; Homesickness; Living conditions; Personal affairs; Camp-life; Soldier activities; transcriptions
Young is writing to his mother describing homesickness, his thoughts of resignation from the United States Military Academy, pertinent day-to-day activities for cadets, and his future. He expresses a desire to come home, but also the importance as a Southerner to remain committed to the USMA. There is mention of how Northerners are more prepared for the academy than Southerners because of their levels of education. He mentions the discussions cadets have concerning assignments. He also describes how New York City is a “fussy” place, but how his mother would enjoy the beautiful landscape, river, and academy parade ceremonies.
P.M.B. Young
P.M.B Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1857 June 23
Peter R. Thomas Jr.
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.158: Thomas Laurens Jones to Caroline Jones Young, 1856 December 8
1856: Edmund Jones; Death; Suicide; Bereavement: Mental Illness; Faith; Consolation
Letter from Thomas L. Jones to his sister Caroline regarding the suicide of their brother Edmund Jones. Thomas recounted Edmund's affliction and expressed shock and dismay. He wrote words of consolation, and encouragement to have faith. I envelope and 6 handwritten pages.
Thomas Laurens Jones
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1856 December 8
Shari L. Williams
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.159: R.S.W. Fraser to Capt. P. Young, 1857 June 5
1857; Marietta; West Point; Friendship; bouquet; R.S.W Fraser; Pierce M.B. Young
A letter to P. Young upon his leaving for West Point from his friend Fraser. He included a bouquet with the note and mentioned he will miss him most when thinking about singing together on the guitar. He said he hoped to see him again when he returns. One handwritten envelope and two handwritten pages.
R.S.W. Fraser
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1857 June 5
Danielle Funderburk
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.160: Robert to Mother, 1857 March 27
Good Health; Appetite; Garden; Sister; Paradise; Family; Brother; Country; New York; Boston; Philadelphia; Mother; Ambition; Summer; Children; Cherokee Country
A letter from Robert to his mother, sent from Savannah, Georgia. Robert describes the beauties of Savannah, and potential plans to send his children to stay with his mother. He goes on to briefly describe his time in the northern cities of Philadelphia, Boston, and New York, and Cherokee Country as well. Lastly, he discusses his attempts to find a profession for his brother that will give him ambition. 4 handwritten pages and 1 envelope
Robert Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1857 March 20
Erik Haeuser
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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