| 651 |
Title: Major Nathaniel Cheairs
Photographer : unknown
Associated name : Nathaniel Francis Cheairs, 1818-1914
Date Created: 1900
Abstract: Photograph of Major Nathaniel Cheairs taken in 1900 by Thuss in Nashville, Tennessee.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Cheairs Family Collection
Contributing Institution: Rippavilla Plantation
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000389
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| 652 |
Title: Citizenship petition
Signer : Sood Masood Naifeh
Date Created: 1893
Abstract: This is a petition filed with the Circuit court of Benton County, Tennessee for the citizenship of S.M. Naifeh, a Turkey native.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Benton County Court Records
Contributing Institution: Benton County Archive
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003321
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| 653 |
Title: Citizenship petition
Signer : Nagole Naifeh
Date Created: 1902-02-11
Abstract: This is a petition filed with the Ciruit Court of Benton County, Tennessee for the citizenship of Nagole Naifeh, a native of Turkey.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Benton County Court Records
Contributing Institution: Benton County Archive
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003322
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| 654 |
Title: Citizenship petition
Signer : John F. Naifeh
Date Created: 1900-08-10
Abstract: This is a petition filed with the Circuit Court of Benton County, Tennessee from John Ferris Naifeh, an Egypian native, asking for United States residence.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Benton County Court Records
Contributing Institution: Benton County Archive
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003514
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| 655 |
Title: Cumberland River Steamer passing through Clarksville, Tenn.
Creator : unknown
Date Created: 1910-08
Abstract: This is a postcard to Mrs. M.L. Moodie in Pembroke, Kentucky from her daughter, printed circa 1910. The card features a "Cumberland River Steamer, Passing Through Clarksville, Tenn.". The Cumberland River Steamer was an excursion steamboat, and owned and operated by brothers Frank and Matt Gracey from Clarksville. The reverse reads: "Dear Mamma, Your letter came this morning. I have decided to go to Mabel's first. Will go Tuesday if you come on Monday. Sam says there is no cloverseed in town. He will see you Monday about ordering it for you. Hope you all are well. Lovingly, M.M.B."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Pickering Collection
Contributing Institution: Clarksville Montgomery County Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001559
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| 656 |
Title: Independence Hall, Dunbar Cave, Clarksville, Tennessee
Copyright holder : J. H. Tate
Date Created: 1907
Abstract: This grainy postcard shows interior of Dunbar Cave near Clarksville, Tennessee in a location called Independence Hall. Around the turn of the century the cave's cool temperature and breeze made it popular in the summer. The cave would be used in the 1920s as a concert hall and local attraction. The postcard was not created in Germany.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Pickering Collection
Contributing Institution: Clarksville Montgomery County Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002843
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| 657 |
Title: Scene in Egyptian Grotto, Dunbar's Cave, Clarksville, Tenn.
Copyright holder : J. H. Tate
Date Created: 1907
Abstract: This postcard shows the interior of Dunbar Cave, of Clarksville, Tennessee in a section known as the Egyptian Grotto. The postcard is printed with the disclaimer: "Not made in Germany." The cave was a local attraction in the summer due to its cool temperatures, and later became a performance hall.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Pickering Collection
Contributing Institution: Clarksville Montgomery County Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002844
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| 658 |
Title: Red River Furnace, Clarksville, Tennessee
Creator : Souvenir Post Card Co., New York
Date Created: 1908-10-08
Abstract: This postcard shows the Red River Furnace in Clarksville, Tennessee. It was mailed to Mrs. M. L. Moodie in Pembroke, Kentucky by her daughter with the initials M.M.B.. The back of the postcard has the notation: "Souvenir Post Card Co., New York, Printed in Germany." The note read: "A man can go out one day next week Monday or Tues. to do your work and will charge about $10. Hope you and Maude can come to see me. We are well, but they are sick at Mr. Boone's. Lovingly, M.M.B."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Pickering Collection
Contributing Institution: Clarksville Montgomery County Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001561
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| 659 |
Title: Loading Tobacco in the fields, Clarksville, Tennessee
Creator : Souvenir Post Card Co., New York
Date Created: 1910
Abstract: This postcard illustration depicts an African-American family working to load tobacco onto a horse-drawn cart. It was mailed to Mr. Sam Boone of Clarksville, Tennessee by someone named Myrtle. Tobacco was the main source of industry for Clarksville at the turn of the 20th century, and it remained one of the country's largest exporters until the 1940s. The note alludes to the train, which was another of Clarksville's sources of income. The note reads: "You may expect me on the T.C. at 5 o'clock Friday. Am at N--y's and am ready to go to Trenton to meet Maude and Miss Kellie. Hope You are feelling fine. Myrtle."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Pickering Collection
Contributing Institution: Clarksville Montgomery County Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001562
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| 660 |
Title: Clarksville Tobacco Exchange
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1900 - 1950
Abstract: photograph of the Clarksville Tobacco Exchange building
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: General Special Collections
Contributing Institution: Clarksville Montgomery County Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000391
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| 661 |
Title: Forbes Bivouac - At the Base of Confederate Monument, Clarksville, Tennessee
Publisher : J.M. Dickson
Date Created: 1880 - 1920
Abstract: This photograph shows a group of confederate veterans standing at the base of the confederate monument in Clarksville, Tennessee. They are members of an association of confederate veterans that resided in Clarksville, called Forbes Bivouac. J. M. Dickson was publisher of postcard. It was Made in Germany.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: General Special Collections
Contributing Institution: Clarksville Montgomery County Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001856
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| 662 |
Title: Bird's-eye View of Clarksville, Tennessee
Printer : E.C. Kropp Co., Milwaukee
Date Created: 1920-06
Abstract: This postcard has a river view of Clarksville, Tennessee around the year 1920. The postcard was sent to Irving Davie of Hopkinsville, Kentucky by his daugher. The letter reads: Dear Daddy, We sure are having a good time. I wish you were here with us. I wish you could see my new shoes. [illegible signature]
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco Collection
Contributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001580
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| 663 |
Title: Tobacco coming into Clarksville, Tennessee
Creator : unknown
Date Created: 1910-08-17
Abstract: This postcard illustration shows tobacco being brought to Clarksville in a caravan of horse-drawn wagons. It was sent by Lillian H. to Tom Stapp of LaFayette, Kentucky. The text reads: "Hello friend--I am sorry I could not be at the meeting just for the sake of old times, and wish I could have been at the barbecue last Saturday. I know I would have enjoyed it. Why dont you people come down this way some time as ever Lilian H. Aug 7, 10"
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco Collection
Contributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001581
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| 664 |
Title: Delivering tobacco to the warehouse, Clarksville, Tennessee
Creator : unknown
Date Created: 1920-03-03
Abstract: This postcard depicts tobacco arriving at the warehouse in Clarksville, Tennessee. It was sent to J. L. Power of Columbus, Mississippi on March 27, 1920. The card was printed by E.C. Kropp Co., Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The text reads: "Wish you could see some of these hills--the struts look like Cat Fish Alley to day- as it is Saturday Love"
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco Collection
Contributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001582
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| 665 |
Title: Tobacco Prizing House, Clarksville, Tennessee
Creator : unknown
Date Created: 1890 - 1910
Abstract: This is a postcard featuring the G.H. Warneken Tobacco Prizing House in Clarksville, Tennessee. Tobacco was packed in these warehouses. The houses were referred to as "prizing" based upon an early definition of prize, meaning "to press, force, or move with a lever." Clarksville at the turn of the century was heavily involved in the tobacco industry and remained a dominant force in tobacco until the mid-1900s.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco Collection
Contributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001584
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| 666 |
Title: Kendrick-Runyon Tobacco Warehouse Co. Receipt
Assignee : Kendrick-Runyon Tobacco Warehouse Co. Recept
Date Created: 1906-05-28
Abstract: This receipt is for one hogshead of tobacco; with prices - the total charges equaling $141.75. There is an illustration of the Queen City House above.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco Collection
Contributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003324
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| 667 |
Title: Torino Cigar Advertisement
Designer : unknown
Date Created: 1850 - 1950
Abstract: This advertisement is for Torino Cigar Co., whose slogan is "the World`s Finest Hand Made Cigar." The logo shows a crest with a boxing bull laid over a red, yellow and black ribbon. According to the ad they sold 10c each package.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco Collection
Contributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003325
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| 668 |
Title: Receipt for Sale of Tobacco by Jas. H. Smith & Son for the Account of F. L. Ussery to the American Snuff Company
Assignee : Jas. H. Smith & Son
Date Created: 1910-04-30
Abstract: This receipt, incorporated by the Planters` Protective Association documents the Sale by Jas. H. Smith & Son, Elephant and Protection Warehouses of one remnant tobacco to the American Snuff Co. The payment was made for the account of F. L. Ussery.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco Collection
Contributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003327
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| 669 |
Title: Receipt of One Hogshead of Tobacco, Purchased by E.C. Morrow & Bro. from Kendrick & Runyon
Recipient : Kendrick & Runyon
Date Created: 1898-07-27
Abstract: This receipt is for the sale of one hogshead of tobacco by Kendrick & Runyon to E.C. Murrow & Co.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco Collection
Contributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003328
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| 670 |
Title: Tobacco barn in Montgomery County, Tennessee
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1850 - 1950
Abstract: This is a photograph of a tobacco barn smoking during processing.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco Collection
Contributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001857
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| 671 |
Title: Tobacco Barn Near Clarksville, Tennessee in 1975
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1975-10-31
Abstract: A shadowy photograph of a tobacco barn smoking during processing near Clarksville, Tennessee.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco Collection
Contributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001858
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| 672 |
Title: Montgomery County Tobacco Farmer Holding Tobacco Leaves
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1850 - 1950
Abstract: This is a photograph of a Montgomery County tobacco farmer holding two tobacco leaves in front of a store window.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco Collection
Contributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000396
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| 673 |
Title: Loose Tobacco Market Report of February 1, 1929, from Clarksville, Tennessee
Assignee : S. Th. Haldimann
Date Created: 1929-02-01
Abstract: This postcard of the loose tobacco market report of February 21, 1929 includes sales for the week, season and last season for Springfield and Clarksville, Tennessee and Hopkinsville, Kentucky. The card was sent by S. Th. Haldimann of Clarksville, Tennessee to Gustav H. Rasch of Bremen, Germany on Feb 4, 1929. On the reverse side, are are interesting examples of stamps and post marks from the time.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco Collection
Contributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003332
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| 674 |
Title: Receipt for One Hogshead of Tobacco Purchased from E. P. Turnley, Elephant & Protection Warehouses, 1889
Assignee : E.P. Turnley
Date Created: 1899-07-20
Abstract: Receipt for one hogshead of tobacco bought of E.P. Turnley of Elephant & Production Warehouses. The signature of the purchaser is difficult to read, though his first initials might be E.L. There is an attractive illustration in the upper left-hand corner of the receipt.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco Collection
Contributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003333
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| 675 |
Title: Landlord`s Lien Declaration by C. H. Ryan, Landlord, v. George Person, Tenant
Signer : C.H. Ryan
Date Created: 1924-01-25
Abstract: This Lien issued by L.H. Ryan, landlord, claims an amount of $140 owed as a landlord`s lien against George Person, tenant of Hickory Point, Tennessee. The land and supplies were furnished for the growing of tobacco. The form has been addressed to the Dark Tobacco Grower`s Association, in Hopkinsville, Ky.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Ryan Papers
Contributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003335
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