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Title: Isaac Baker in White Pine, Tennessee to O.P. Temple in Knoxville, Tennessee
Author : Isaac Baker
Recipient : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907
Date Created: 1892-09-06
Abstract: Baker requests a letter of company and regiment giving his date of enlistment and discharge so that he may apply for a position. Baker states that he and Temple served in the same Regiment in 1836 during the Cherokee War.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-1909
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001664
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Title: Smoky Mountain Railroad Schedule
Author : Smoky Mountain Railroad Company
Date Created: 1926-11-21
Abstract: Railroad Schedule of times and stops between Sevierville and Knoxville, TN.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Smoky Mountain Railroad Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001562
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Title: Freight Bill
Author : Smoky Mountain Railroad Company
Date Created: 1939-12-21
Abstract: Frieght bill dated December 21, 1939 showing the transport of one dump truck shipped to Lenoir, NC from Knoxville, TN.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Smoky Mountain Railroad Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001565
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Title: Two photos of Annual Conference of State Agents
Other : Virginia Pearl Moore, 1880-1950
Date Created: 1917-11
Abstract: One photograph of an assembly of state home demonstration agents in Washington, D.C. at an annual conference dated November, 1917. The other photograph is of Virginia P. Moore at this same conference.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Virginia P. Moore Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001220
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Title: Letter from Virginia P. Moore to Professor Rose
Author : Virginia Pearl Moore, 1880-1950
Date Created: 1911-09-29
Abstract: Discusses success of the State Fair in which the School Improvement Exhibit was displayed and lists many notable attendees such as James B. Frazier, John Trotwood Moore and Bob Taylor.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Virginia P. Moore Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001567
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Title: Letter from Virginia P. Moore to All Home Demonstration Agents
Author : Virginia Pearl Moore, 1880-1950
Date Created: 1918-10-14
Abstract: Letter on U.S. Food Administration letterhead for the Federal Food Administrator For Tennessee with Virginia P. Moore, Home Economics Director discussing a food drive along for sending "overseas" with distribution of a "food card into every home in the State."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Virginia P. Moore Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001568
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Title: Letter from Mary Edwards Sullivan to Virginia Moore
Author : Mary Edwards Sullivan
Date Created: 1920-10-22
Abstract: Letter from Mary Edwards Sullivan, Chairman of the State Democratic Executive Committee regarding an orginization of a "house canvass" to ensure a democratic victory. Also mentioned woman suffrage and the League of Nations.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Virginia P. Moore Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001569
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Title: Letter of Introduction
Recipient : Virginia Pearl Moore, 1880-1950
Date Created: 1928-08-02
Abstract: Letter of introduction for Virginia Pl Moore as Agent in the Extension Service of the United States Department of Agriculture to visit England and Denmark "in connection with the work of this Department." Letter is signed by the Acting Secretary of Agriculture and bears the official seal fo the Department of Agriculture.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Virginia P. Moore Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001570
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Title: Photographs of various canning demonstrations
Other : unknown
Date Created: 1911 - 1913
Abstract: Four photographs of canning demonstration. Text on back of photographs: "Canning demonstration, Ms. T.E. McKays, Williamson County, Tenn. 1911" "Canning dem at Uni of Chattanooga 1911" "Rachel Cook who won the $100.00 prize at national Conservation Exposition Girls from Tenn. Miss. La. and Va. for best all around showing of canned goods and quality and quantity frown on 1 acre plot and Booklet on "How I made my Crop" "Canning demonstration Riverdale School Rally Knox Co., 1913 1st year work"
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Virginia P. Moore Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001474
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Title: Photographs of Oakland School
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1900 - 1940
Abstract: Two photographs of Oakland School - one showing the outside with children in front of the building. This caption reads "Oakland School house in one year later, showing .....tions After work of School Improvement Association. Return......Clyde Clarke, Jackson Bldg. Nashville......" The other shows the empty classroom inside the schoolhouse.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Virginia P. Moore Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001475
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Title: Flyer for Bazaar
Contributor : Virginia Pearl Moore, 1880-1950
Date Created: 1900 - 1950
Abstract: Flyer for a Home Improvement Bazaar for demonstrations and exhibits of a washing machine, floor treatments, steam pressure and waterless cookers, and a "moving picture".
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Virginia P. Moore Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001571
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Title: Photograph of Thomas A. Edison
Other : Thomas Alva Edison, 1847-1931
Author : Virginia Pearl Moore
Date Created: 1900 - 1931
Abstract: Photograph of Thomas A. Edison and two other people, one of whom is most likely Virginia P. Moore. Undated. Location unspecified.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Virginia P. Moore Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001477
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Title: Photograph of the Corn Club Boys
Other : unknown
Date Created: 1913-07-23
Abstract: Text on reverse of photograph reads: "Prof Hardin of Dr. F. Bradley Co. Summer School Agricultural teacher talking to the Corn Club Boys on July 23, 1913. He stepped behind the boys with his stalk of corn for the picture."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Virginia P. Moore Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001478
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Title: Photograph of the Tomato Girls Club
Other : unknown
Date Created: 1914
Abstract: Typewritten text on reverse of photo "Views of the club members and friends and special coach bound for State Fair at Jackson, Miss. in 1914. Harrison Co., exhibit won the Blue Ribbon and first prize over all other counties in the state."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Virginia P. Moore Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001221
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Title: Photograph of items for sewing exhibit
Other : unknown
Date Created: 1922
Abstract: Handwritten notation on front of photograph reads "group at Spring Sewing exhibit 1922 Lafayette Co"
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Virginia P. Moore Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001222
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Title: Bradley County corn and tomato club exhibit
Photographer : Melissa Byrd
Date Created: 1912-11-30
Abstract: "Bradley County Corn and Tomato Club Exhibit in Cleveland, Tennessee, November 30, 1912. More than 600 people looked upon it, while more than 100 boys and girls swelled with pride." This photograph comes from the Virginia P. Moore Collection. Ms. Moore, a native Tennessean, began a career as a home demonstration agent in 1909 and subsequently served in various positions related to home economics until 1946. She became internationally known for her work.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Virginia P. Moore Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001414
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Title: Photographs of classroom
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1900 - 1920
Abstract: Two photographs entitled "Rural Schools." The pictures are of a school Sideview, Sumner County, Tennessee. The second photograph has a caption at the bottom, reading "Cloak Room of New School. After." On the back of the second photograph is written: "Miss Sallie Churaul(?), Route 6, Gallatin, Tennessee. The pictures come from the Virginia P. Moore collection. Ms. Moore worked in the southern United States doing home demonstration work in the early 20th century.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Virginia P. Moore Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001415
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Title: Green, Luther in Ooltewah, Tennessee to Mayfield & Son & Aikenatty in Cleveland, Tennessee
Author : Luther Green
Recipient : Mayfield & Son & Aikenatty
Date Created: 1900-12-08
Abstract: The Luther Greene Letter, 1900, is from the Sheriff of James County, Tennessee. He writes to Mayfield & Son & Aikenatty in Cleveland, Tennessee about Aly Brock`s estate.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Luther Green Letter
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001518
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Title: Field Classes for Labor Unions
Author : Highlander Folk School (Monteagle, Tenn.)
Date Created: 1937
Abstract: This document describes the activities and outcomes of a "Worker`s Education Rally" held in LaFollette, Tennessee from May 29th through July 5th, 1937. It was sponsored by the Shirtworkers Local 95 Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America and directed by Highlander Folk School.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Carl and Anne Braden Papers
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000998
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Title: Courtroom photographs from the Scopes Trial
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1925
Abstract: Courtroom photographs from the Scopes v. State, 152 Tenn. 424, 278 S.W. 57 (Tenn. 1925) or the infamous "Monkey Trial" of 1925. The courtroom photographs feature defense attorney Clarence Darrow addressing the jury, prosecuting attorney William Jennings Bryan, and John Thomas Scopes.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Scopes Photograph Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001480
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Title: Photograph of William Jennings Bryan
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1925
Abstract: Photograph of William Jennings Bryan stepping off a train arriving for the Scopes Trial.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Scopes Photograph Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001223
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Title: Photograph of Old Rhea County High School
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1925
Abstract: Photograph of Old Rhea County High School (now torn down) where teacher, John Thomas Scopes taught evolutionary theory.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Scopes Photograph Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001224
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Title: Photograph of an evangelist
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1925
Abstract: Photograph of an unidentified evangelist conducting an impromptu revival.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Scopes Photograph Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001225
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Title: Photograph of Clarence Darrow
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1925
Abstract: Photograph of Clarence Darrow arriving at Hotel Aqua, also featuring Carroll Tallent, a student of Scopes and later City and County School Superintendent.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Scopes Photograph Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001226
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Title: Photographs of Robinson store and family
Photographer : unknown
Date Created: 1925
Abstract: One photograph of the original Robinson's Drug Store on Main Street. The second photograph is of the Robinson family with a monkey named "Joe Mendi."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Scopes Photograph Collection
Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001481
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