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Title: Open Letter from the Lincoln Republican League of Tennessee
Author : The Lincoln Republican League of Tennessee
Date Created: 1916 - 1921
Abstract: The letter announces a convention to be held in New Orleans, Louisiana, held by the Lincoln Republican League of Tennessee. The purpose of the convention was to state the political grievances of African Americans as seen by the LRL. It is signed by committee members Robert R. Church, Jr., Walter L. Cohen, and Roscoe C. Simmons.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003302
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Title: Platform of the Lincoln Republican League of Tennessee
Author : The Lincoln Republican League of Tennessee
Date Created: 1916-09-08
Abstract: A pamphlet describing the newly adopted political platform of the Lincoln Republican League of Tennessee. R. R. Church, Jr. was the chairman and founder. The platform was adopted September 8th, 1916 in a mass meeting assembled in Memphis, Tennessee. It begins, "as republicans we reassert our devotion to the Party that made the nation free against the party that sought to keep slavery [sic]." Among the topics on the platform are the condemnation of Jim Crow laws and lynching.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003303
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Title: A Woman`s Lie and Reckless Journalism
Author : The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
Date Created: 1921
Abstract: This flyer is "A Woman`s Lie and Reckless Journalism," and subtitled, "This Combination Has Killed How Many Innocent Negroes In the Last Thirty-five Years?" It includes newspaper clippings surrounding an investigation into an alleged break-in and assault by a black man, which later proved to be a made up story.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003306
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Title: William A. White in Emporia, KS, to R. R. Church, Jr. in Memphis, TN
Author : unknown
Date Created: 1920-05-25
Abstract: A response by William A. White to a letter sent out by Robert R. Church that addressed the Republican party`s refusal to grant full rights to African-Americans. It deals with the economic and political reasons for denying human beings citizenship through Jim Crow laws.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003308
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Title: NAACP National Convention
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1976-06-28
Abstract: This photograph was taken at the Cook Convention Center in Memphis, TN, on June 28, 1976. Photographed from left to right Roberta Church, Roy Wilkins, and Velma Lois Jones, who was President of the Memphis Branch of the NAACP.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Contemporary United States (1968-present)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002724
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Title: W. C. Handy and band
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1918-06-18
Abstract: Handy is the fourth person from the left. He signed the front of the photograph "To my esteemed friend Mr. Robt. R. Church with my best wishes W. C. Handy June, 3, 1918".
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002721
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Title: Score card and fan from 1948 Republican National Convention
Printer : unknown
Date Created: 1948
Abstract: A score card that doubles as a fan. The card reads "WIN WITH IKE."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001531
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Title: The Moon
Editor : W. E.B. DuBois, 1868-1963
Publisher : H. H. Pace
Publisher : Ed L. Simon
Date Created: 1906-01-13
Abstract: The Moon was edited by W. E. B. DuBois while he was living in Atlanta, Ga.. The magazine was published in Memphis, TN, by Ed. L. Simon and Company who were located at 358 Beale Street. Thier manager was H. H. Pace who also worked for R. R. Church, Sr. at the Sovent Savings Bank and Trust.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002669
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Title: Wendell L. Willkie in New York, NY, to R. R. Church, Jr. in Memphis, TN
Author : Wendell L. Willkie
Date Created: 1940-08-10
Abstract: A letter of thanks to Robert R. Church for supporting Wendell L. Willkie`s presidential bid for the Republican Party.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Great Depression and World War II (1929-1945)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003310
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Title: Will H. Hays in Washington, D.C., to President Warren G. Harding in Washington, D.C.
Author : Will H. Hays
Date Created: 1921-04-27
Abstract: A letter from the chairmen of the Republican National Convention advising the president, Warren G. Harding, that R. R. Church, Jr., of Memphis, TN, is the best man to contact when the issue of "colored patronage" arises.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003301
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Title: Guest's Ticket to the Republican National Convention
Printer : Woodward and Tiernan Printing Company, St. Louis
Date Created: 1896
Abstract: Robert Reed Church's guest ticket to the Republican National Convention in St. Louis on June 16, 1896.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001525
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Title: Bishop Thomas E. Demby
Photographer : Hooks Bros.
Date Created: 1918 - 1935
Abstract: On the outside of the photo frame is written "Bishop Thomas E. Demby 1st Colored Bishop in Episcopal Church was priest at Emmanuel Episcopal Church."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002723
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Title: Menu from 1948 Republican National Convention
Creator : The Bellevue-Stratford Hotel
Date Created: 1948
Abstract: An elephant shaped menu printed for the 1948 Republican National Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Bellevue-Stratford Hotel was the Headquarters, Republican National Committee.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Postwar United States (1945-1970)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001530
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Title: NAACP Membership card
Originator : National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
Date Created: 1959
Abstract: This Fiftieth Anniversary (1909-1959) N.A.A.C.P. membership card was signed by Alfred Baker Lewis, Treasurer and was issued to Miss A. Church, 2101 New Hampshire Ave, N.W., Washington, D. C., and shows an expiration date of Apr 1960. Membership dues were $5.00 and were contributed to the Washington, D. C. branch of the N.A.A.C.P.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Postwar United States (1945-1970)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001526
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Title: WWII Mileage Ration Book
Originator : Office of Price Administration, United States of America
Date Created: 1942-12-15
Abstract: A mileage ration book with gas coupons that was issued to R. R. Church, Jr. during WWII. Each coupon was good for "One 'A' Unit of Gasoline."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Great Depression and World War II (1929-1945)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001527
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Title: WWII War Ration Book No. 3
Printer : Office of Price Administration, United States of America
Date Created: 1942
Abstract: One type of war ration book issued during WWII. This one was issued to Robert R. Church.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Great Depression and World War II (1929-1945)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001529
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Title: WWII War Ration Book One
Printer : Office of Price Administration, United States of America
Date Created: 1942
Abstract: One type of war ration book distributed during WWII. This one was issued to Annette Elaine Church.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Great Depression and World War II (1929-1945)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001528
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