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Title: Mirandy on Buying a Hat
Author : Dorothy Dix, 1861-1951
Date Created: 1906-03-16
Abstract: In Negro dialect, Dorothy Dix as Mirandy writes, "I see, says my daughter, Ma`y Jane, whut has been to de cemetery an got de higher education, de odder night whilst she was readin` de paper, "I see dat de convention of de National Milliners" Association has been discussion" de psychology of bonnets." My lan`." Sclaims I, I didn`t know dat nothin` ailed hats except de price." "Hit ain`t de hat," `spons Ma`y Jane, "hit`s de woman under de hat. A woman`s soul is in her hat, as it were, so to speak,` goes on Ma`y Jane, who suttinly does use grand language, and for dat reason dere ought to be mo` affinity betwixt a lady`s mug an de millinery creation dat sh puts on top of hit."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Dorothy Dix Collection 1861-1951
Contributing Institution: Austin Peay State University
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001957
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| 452 |
Title: Elizabeth Meriwether-Gilmer as a Young Woman
Photographer : Unkown
Date Created: 1890 - 1895
Abstract: Elizabeth Meriwether-Gilmer (Dorothy Dix) as a young woman in her early 30s with slender face and dark hair.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Dorothy Dix Collection 1861-1951
Contributing Institution: Austin Peay State University
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002050
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| 453 |
Title: Pay envelope, Fentress Coal and Coke Co., Wilder, Tenn
Former owner : Fentress Coal and Coke Co.
Date Created: 1928-03-20
Abstract: Pay envelope for Charles Alexander. County: Fentress
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Wilder Davidson Collection
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001975
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| 454 |
Title: Charles Alexander's pay receipt, January 24, 1928, Fentress Coal Company
Former owner : Fentress Coal and Coke Co.
Date Created: 1928-01-24
Abstract: A photograph of Charles Alexander's statement of earnings and deductions from Fentress Coal and Coke Company, ending January 31,1924. note 117 tones at 68 (compare to 1928), also see deductions from company store. County: Fentress
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Wilder Davidson Collection
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001974
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| 455 |
Title: Charles Alexander's pay receipt, January 15, 1928, Fentress Coal Company
Former owner : Fentress Coal and Coke Co.
Date Created: 1928-01-15
Abstract: A photograph of a pay receipt to Charles Alexander from Fentress Coal and Coke Company for work ending Jan. 15,1928. Note that earnings are for 308 tons @ 49 ... more production, less pay for it.. .compare to 1924. County: Fentress
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Wilder Davidson Collection
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001973
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| 456 |
Title: Charles Alexander
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1921
Abstract: A photograph of Charles Alexander. Charlie nickname on back... he's the one whose pay records are in the collection. County: Fentress
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Wilder Davidson Collection
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001972
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| 457 |
Title: Wilder church house
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1890 - 1915
Abstract: A photograph of Wilder church house.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Wilder Davidson Collection
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001970
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| 458 |
Title: Wilder school
Former owner : Fentress Coal and Coke Co.
Date Created: 1920 - 1930
Abstract: A photograph of Wilder school, notation on the back says it was a new school on the farm - likely (as most new buildings) funded by the coal company. County: Fentress
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Wilder Davidson Collection
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001969
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| 459 |
Title: Post office, Wilder, Tennessee
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1920 - 1930
Abstract: A photograph of the Wilder post office with people gathered in front and mailbags and horse for delivery. County: Fentress.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Wilder Davidson Collection
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001968
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| 460 |
Title: Cumberland River Bridge under Construction, Gainesboro, Tennessee, 1925
Photographer : Raymond G. Whitfield
Date Created: 1926-11
Abstract: This is a photograph of the Cumberland River Bridge under construction, Gainesboro, Tennessee, 1925. Mr. Frank Anderson operated the ferry across the Cumberland River near Gainesboro, Tennessee.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Raymond G. Whitfield Scrapbook
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001945
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| 461 |
Title: At the Grind Rack
Photographer : Raymond G. Whitfield
Date Created: 1926
Abstract: This is a photograph where Sam Williams, Perry Walsh, and James Cullom are pictured at the grind rack in Gainesboro, Tennessee.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Raymond G. Whitfield Scrapbook
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001944
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| 462 |
Title: Air Compressor
Photographer : Raymond G. Whitfield
Date Created: 1926-11
Abstract: This is a photograph of a wheeled air compressor.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Raymond G. Whitfield Scrapbook
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001943
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| 463 |
Title: Number 4 Toolhouse
Photographer : Raymond G. Whitfield
Date Created: 1926-11
Abstract: This is a photograph of a construction site. "#4 and Tool House" is written across the top.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Raymond G. Whitfield Scrapbook
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001942
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| 464 |
Title: Cumberland River Bridge in the Making
Photographer : Raymond G. Whitfield
Date Created: 1927-08-24
Abstract: This is a photograph of the Cumberland River Bridge under construction.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Raymond G. Whitfield Scrapbook
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001941
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| 465 |
Title: Colonel J. Neare Steamer
Photographer : Raymond G. Whitfield
Date Created: 1926-12-02
Abstract: This is a photograph of the "Colonel J. Neare", a steamer pushing a barge on a river.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Raymond G. Whitfield Scrapbook
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001940
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| 466 |
Title: J. D. Loftis Garage
Photographer : raymond G. Whitfield
Date Created: 1927-02
Abstract: This is a photograph of J.D. Loftis Garage.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Raymond G. Whitfield Scrapbook
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001939
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| 467 |
Title: Anderson's Ferry, Sam's Ford Truck
Photographer : Raymond G. Whitfield
Date Created: 1927-06
Abstract: This is a photograph of Anderson's Ferry.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Raymond G. Whitfield Scrapbook
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001938
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| 468 |
Title: Raymond G. Whitfield on a white truck with gravel washing cylinders
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1927-09-25
Abstract: This is a photograph of Raymond G. Whitfield on a white truck with gravel washing cylinders. A new hotel is in the background.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Raymond G. Whitfield Scrapbook
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001937
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| 469 |
Title: The famous wrestler of Gainesboro, shown dumping cement
Photographer : Raymond G. Whitfield
Date Created: 1927-10-04
Abstract: This is a photograph that is titled,"The famous wrestler of Gainesboro, shown dumping cement". The title comes from the scrapbook, and the "famous wrestler" is not named.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Raymond G. Whitfield Scrapbook
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001936
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| 470 |
Title: Pouring three panels of Steel Span #1. Duffy-engineer
Photographer : Raymond G. Whitfield
Date Created: 1927-10-09
Abstract: This photograph is titled,"Pouring three panels of Steel Span #1. Duffy-engineer".
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Raymond G. Whitfield Scrapbook
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001935
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| 471 |
Title: New Courthouse, Gainsboro, Tennessee
Photographer : Raymond G. Whitfield
Date Created: 1927-10-15
Abstract: This is a photograph of the "new", as of 1927, courthouse in Gainesboro, Tennessee.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Raymond G. Whitfield Scrapbook
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001934
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| 472 |
Title: U.S.S. John and Cofferdam Pier 32
Photographer : Raymond G. Whitfield
Date Created: 1929-10
Abstract: This photograph is titled,"U.S.S. John and Cofferdam Pier 32".
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Raymond G. Whitfield Scrapbook
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001933
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| 473 |
Title: U.S.S. John - Government Work Boat
Photographer : Raymond G. Whitfield
Date Created: 1929-10
Abstract: This is a photograph of the U.S.S. John, a government work boat.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Raymond G. Whitfield Scrapbook
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001932
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| 474 |
Title: Gathering with soldiers in Downtown Algood, Tennessee, c. 1917
Donor : Carl Wright
Date Created: 1917
Abstract: This is a World War I era photograph of a gathering in downtown Algood, Tennessee, c. 1917. Townsfolk stand behind lines of soldiers in uniform at attention. Buildings include the Bank of Algood, a drug store, a place called Harp and Pointer advertising Stag Shoe for Men, Algood Lodge No. 561, and N.W.A. Algood Camp No. 13118.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Vertical Files
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001931
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| 475 |
Title: Oil, and Other News
Editor : John Jr. Hancock
Date Created: 1899-05-09
Abstract: This Newspaper clipping is from The Weekly Crescent of Livingston, Tennessee, which is reprinting news from the Fentress County Gazette. The last 3 paragraphs are about oil in Fentress County. Bob`s Bar well increased production to over twenty barrels a day. J. H. Compton, President of the Inter State Petroleum Company, owner of the well, and a party of eastern capitalists were expected to visit. They were contemplating the construction of a refinery in the area, and the editors expected "much good from their visit." Newspaper editor is touted as "The meanest white man in America." Locations: Fentress and Overton Counties Keyword: Bob`s Bar Well (to link to photos and other article) 2 tifs
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Vertical Files
Contributing Institution: Tennessee Tech University- Volpe Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003254
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