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Title: Bright, A.B. in Sunbright, Tennessee to Temple, O.P. in Knoxville, Tennessee
Author : A. B. Bright
Recipient : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907
Date Created: 1881-08-31
Abstract: Letter discusses Hannah case and Bright notes his preference for Mr. Clarke to give an oral testimony rather than a deposition. Also discusses Rugby, stating that it is "on its last legs" and notes bad management and short sighted policy as reasons for its failure.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000760
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Title: Bright, A.B. in Rugby, Tennessee to Temple, O.P. in Knoxville, Tennessee
Author : A. B. Bright
Recipient : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907
Date Created: 1881-01-14
Abstract: Letter describing two cases - Sedgbeer vs. the Board and one involving a Mrs. Hannah. Discussion of other land matters in Rugby.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000770
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Title: Rev. A.D. Mayo in Nashville, TN to Hon. John Eaton in Washington, D.C.
Author : A. D. Rev., 1823-1907
Author : John Eaton, 1829-1906
Date Created: 1881-02-05
Abstract: Rev. Mayo reports of his work in Tennessee at Central Tennessee College and tells of a projected trip through Mississippi and Louisiana.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: John Eaton Correspondence
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001728
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Title: Grange Warehouse Association receipt
Assignee : A. J. Hamlett
Date Created: 1878-06-25
Abstract: Receipt for A. J. Hamlett for one hogshead of tobacco weighing 1855 pounds from the Grange Warehouse Association.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco Collection
Contributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000778
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Title: Alfred Jackson
Photographer : A. J. Thuss
Date Created: 1890
Abstract: Studio photograph of Alfred Jackson, former slave of President Andrew Jackson. He was dressed in a suit and tie, holding a walking stick and a straw hat. Aged about 75 years old.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The Hermitage Historic Collection
Contributing Institution: The Hermitage
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000354
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Title: A.W. Hawkins in Nashville, Tennessee to O.P. Temple in Knoxville, Tennessee
Attributed name : A. W. Hawkins
Associated name : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907
Date Created: 1881-04-28
Abstract: Hawkins requests preparation of plain and simple instructions for use by immigrants for examination of titles to guard them against purchase of land with defective title.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002457
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Title: Albert M. Knight in Boston, Massachusetts to O.P. Temple in Knoxville, Tennessee
Attributed name : Albert M. Knight
Associated name : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907
Date Created: 1879-07-02
Abstract: Temple`s engagement as counsel for the Board of Aid to Land Ownership operations are postposed until the Rail Road is built. The settlers who have established homes on the Plateau have done so on their own responsibility and await the commencement of work on the settlement. Knight is hopeful that "definite and public action" will occur before the end of the year.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002439
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Title: Kimber, Alfred in New York, New York to Temple & Templeton in Knoxville, Tennessee
Author : Alfred Kimber
Recipient : Temple and Templeton
Date Created: 1882-03-28
Abstract: Questions about payment of $1290 to Mr. Henderson in connection with Rugby Colony business.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001305
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Title: State of Tennessee v. Amanda Gibbons
Defendant : Amanda Gibbons
Plaintiff : State of Tennessee
Date Created: 1879-05
Abstract: Case file State of Tennessee v. Amanda Gibbons, who is charged with public profanity.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: Hawkins County Archives
Contributing Institution: Hawkins County Archives
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002795
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Title: Bradley County Chancery Court, Case 300
Sponsor : Bradley County
Date Created: 1882
Abstract: This is a portion of a court case whose full extent was approximately 150 pages. This case involves the sale of land and a church and how its accessibility will be affected with the building of a Freedman`s school. The document names as plaintiffs: Richard Hughes, William Tucker, Jackson Tibbs, Spencer Tibbs, J.W. Pugh, Turner Morgan, Peter Mathas, Trustees of the Colored Church of Zion, Peter Heard, John McCrosky, and Peter Lay. W.M. Wilhoit is listed as the defendant.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: Cleveland Public Library History Branch Collection
Contributing Institution: Southeast Tennessee Digital Archive Cleveland State Community College
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002700
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Title: McGhee, C.M. in New York, New York to Temple, O.P.
Author : C. M. McGhee
Recipient : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907
Date Created: 1881-09-12
Abstract: Replying to Temple, he would like to see a good road made out of Kingston Pike. McGhee will lend $500.00 for improvement if can be done for certain sum and all secured.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000761
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Title: C.A. Rice in Wolcott, Wayne County, New York to O.P. Temple in Knoxville, Tennessee
Signer : C.A. Rice
Date Created: 1880-06-01
Abstract: In this letter by C.A. Rice, he asks for advice in getting a divorce for his daughter. He explains that her husband is "possessed of an incorrigible, arrogant, barbarous temperament".
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-1909
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002688
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Title: Hannington Chapel
Author : Calbraith B. Perry
Date Created: 1885 - 1910
Abstract: This is a fundraising pamphlet for 500 dollars to finish building Hannington Chapel in Nashville, Tennessee. The chapel commemorates Bishop James Hannington of Eastern Equatorial Africa who was martyred for his faith on August 28th, 1885, in Usoga (Busoga), Uganda.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: Beck Cultural Exchange Center
Contributing Institution: Beck Cultural Exchange Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003363
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Title: P. B. S. Pinchback
Photographer : Carl C. Giers
Date Created: 1867 - 1921
Abstract: A photograph of the first African American to serve as a governor, in the state of Louisiana. The photograph was taken by Carl C. Giers of Nashville, TN.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The Robert R. Church Family Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Memphis Special Collections
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002720
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Title: A.C Rice in Wolcott, New York to O.P. Temple in Knoxville, Tennessee
Attributed name : Charles A. Rice
Associated name : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907
Date Created: 1880-06-28
Abstract: The letter addresses the separation of Rice`s daughter from Heiskell.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002454
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Title: Chas. D. McGuffey in Chattanooga, Tennessee to O.P. Temple in Knoxville, Tennessee
Attributed name : Charles D. McGuffey
Associated name : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907
Date Created: 1879-12-27
Abstract: Request for a copy of "Ancestry" lecture if printed and if not, asks for loan of the manuscript that will be returned.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002444
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Title: C.M. McGhee in New York City to O.P. Temple in Knoxville, Tennessee
Author : Charles McClung McGhee, 1828-1907
Recipient : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907
Date Created: 1887-05-13
Abstract: In a reply to an earlier letter from Temple, McGhee states that he will not contribute more money to the library in Knoxville at this time; the burden is on the community. McGhee is confident that the community will financially support the growth of the library through increased membership and rental of "the Hall" recently completed.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001949
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Title: Chas. C. Painter in Stafford Springs, Connecticut to O.P. Temple
Author : Chas. C. Painter
Recipient : Oliver Temple Temple, 1820-1907
Date Created: 1878-11-08
Abstract: Painter introduces himself as a relative of Temple`s and states that he has been invited to take charge of the theological department of Fisk Univeristy. He would like to know the attitudes of Temple and others towards such work. Painter describes his own motivations and ideas of what his work would entail regarding the African-American student population at Fisk.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002485
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Title: Church Howe in Nashville, Tennessee to O.P. Temple in Knoxville, Tennessee
Author : Church Howe
Recipient : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907
Date Created: 1884-10-21
Abstract: Howe asks for Temple`s help and advice in making Tennessee vote Republican. Howe specifically wants "active work and liberal support of and contributions to local committees and campaign organizations...to bring out the individual voter."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002495
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Title: Gravestones Receipt
Recipient : Coleman, M.J.
Associated name : Stevens, G.M.
Date Created: 1884-06-03
Abstract: A bill for $15 from M.J. Coleman at the Nashville Marble Works for 1 headstone and 1 footstone for Ann Reeves, which was paid by Mr. G. M. Stevens.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: Smith County Archives
Contributing Institution: Smith County Archives
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003413
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Title: D.A. Dorsey in Washington, D.C. to O.P. Temple in Knoxville, Tennessee
Attributed name : D. A. Dorsey
Associated name : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907
Date Created: 1882-01-14
Abstract: Asking for information as to whether Pittender turned state`s evidence in trial of "Engine thieves" executed as spies in Knoxville; wants copy of Temple`s argument in their defense.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002464
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Title: Nelson, D.R. in Loudon, Tennessee to Temple, O.P. in Knoxville, Tennessee
Author : D. R. Nelson
Recipient : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907
Date Created: 1881-10-22
Abstract: Congratulations on confirmation as Postmaster. Discusses removal of Bill Rule and Nelson tells Temple to tell Houk "not to sheath his sword" until the "head of Chaimbers falls."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000762
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Title: D.P. Jenkins in Seattle, Washington to the Hon. O.P. Temple in Knoxville, Tennessee
Author : D.P. Jenkins
Recipient : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907
Date Created: 1877-10-16
Abstract: Jenkins discusses "potential vacancies on "our judicial branch." He says that Temple`s chances are good if an application with recommendations is on file. Jenkins asks if Temple`s friends in Washington can help him to be appointeed as Collector of Customs in the Puget Sound area.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-1909
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003453
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Title: Business Card of R.W. Bogard, Official Prizer of the Planters` Protective Association
Writer of accompanying material : D.W. Whaley
Date Created: 1850 - 1910
Abstract: This business card is for the tobacco prizing services of one D.W. Whaley from Clarksville, Tennessee. The card includes promises as to the quality of the business, including free hogheads furnished to all farmers sending their tobacco by rail or by river.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco Collection
Contributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003330
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Title: Plow Receipt
Creator : Bissell Chilled Plow Works
Recipient : DeBow, J.L.
Date Created: 1899-12-13
Abstract: A receipt from the Bissell Chilled Plow Works in South Bend, Indiana for the sale of "points" and "bolts" to Mr. J.L. DeBow of Dixon Springs, Tennessee on December 13, 1899.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)
Collection: Smith County Archives
Contributing Institution: Smith County Archives
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003415
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