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Title: A. L. Markwell in Los Angeles, California to Governor Austin Peay in Nashville, Tennessee
Author : A L Markwell
Recipient : Austin Peay, 1876-1927
Date Created: 1925-03-24
Abstract: Letter from A. L. Markwell to Austin Peay, then Governor of the State of Tennessee. In the letter, Mr. Markwell espresses his elation at reading about the State of Tennessee tabooing the Darwin-Huxely theory of evolution.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Governor Austin Peay Papers, 1923-1927
Contributing Institution: Tennessee State Library and Archives
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002593
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Title: Letter on Atomic Energy, 1
Author : Albert Gore, 1907-1998
Date Created: 1957-03-02
Abstract: This letter is a response from Senator Albert Gore to a Tennessean concerned about the implementation of an International Atomic Energy Agency. Gore expresses his favorable opinion of the statute and attempts to clarify its purposes. Identifying information has been removed to protect the identities of private citizens.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Postwar United States (1945-1970)
Collection: Albert Gore Sr. Senate Collection
Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002584
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Title: Letter on Atomic Energy, 3
Author : Albert Gore, 1907-1998
Date Created: 1958-02-22
Abstract: This letter is a response from Senator Albert Gore to a Tennessean concerned about the state of the nation`s missile program. Gore discusses his recently introduced bill that encourages the acceleration of the country`s atomic power program. Identifying information has been removed to protect the identities of private citizens.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Postwar United States (1945-1970)
Collection: Albert Gore Sr. Senate Collection
Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002586
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Title: Memorandum to President on Atomic Energy
Author : Albert Gore, 1907-1998
Date Created: 1958-11-19
Abstract: This document is a memorandum addressed to President Eisenhower from Senator Albert Gore. Gore explains what he believes to be the most important objectives to realize at the upcoming Geneva Conference on Nuclear Tests.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Postwar United States (1945-1970)
Collection: Albert Gore Sr. Senate Collection
Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002587
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Title: Letter on Atomic Energy, 2
Author : Albert Gore, 1907-1998
Date Created: 1957-08-12
Abstract: This letter is a response from Senator Albert Gore to a Tennessean concerned about the federal government`s involvement in the atomic energy reactor program. Gore briefly expresses his favorable opinion of the policy. Identifying information has been removed to protect the identities of private citizens.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Postwar United States (1945-1970)
Collection: Albert Gore Sr. Senate Collection
Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research Center
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002585
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Title: The Kelly and Green Company in Bristol, Virginia
Creator : Albert S. Kelly
Date Created: 1920 - 1930
Abstract: The Kelly and Green Photo Company was founded by Albert Kelly, Sr. in 1920. It was located at 514 Cumberland Street, Bristol, Virginia. The owners were: Albert S. Kelly of 1000 Prospect Avenue, who was also president of Bristol Radio Company, Inc., Charles P. Kelly of King Mill Pike, and George L. Kelly of Erie, Pennsylvania. Prior to World War II, the company's photographers photographed stores, city scenes (primarily in Bristol, Tennessee/Virginia), and schools. In their early years of business, the company had a complete mailing service of form letters, multigraphing, addressing, mailing, public stenography, and notarizing.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Bristol Historical Association
Contributing Institution: Bristol Historical Association
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002846
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Title: Rust Cotton Picker
Photographer : C.H. Poland
Date Created: 1935
Abstract: A Rust Cotton Picker at the 1935 National Cotton Show in Memphis, Tennessee. It is a McCormick-Deering Farmalll with Goodyear tires.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Great Depression and World War II (1929-1945)
Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000255
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Title: Missing Link
Composer : Clarence J. Penney
Lyricist : Roscoe C. Gaige
Date Created: 1914
Abstract: Sheet music for a song in which the singer claims to be the missing evolutionary link between monkeys and humans. Part of the Scopes subgroup of the John S. Mitchell Collection.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: John S. Mitchell Collection of Tennessee Music
Contributing Institution: Center for Popular Music
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001499
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Title: Hughes Heating Company
Photographer : Clifford Hoyte Poland, 1882-1939
Date Created: 1934
Abstract: An exhibit at the 1934 Mid-South Fair in Memphis, Tennessee displaying a coal-burning device called "Black Servant" made by Hughes Heating Company. The sign claims that it "solves all fuel burning problems."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Great Depression and World War II (1929-1945)
Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000204
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Title: Memphis Retail Coal Merchants
Photographer : Clifford Hoyte Poland
Date Created: 1931
Abstract: An exhibit at the 1931 Mid-South Fair in Memphis, Tennessee offering promotional deals on coal, from the Memphis Retail Coal Merchants.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Great Depression and World War II (1929-1945)
Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000238
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Title: Copeland Refrigeration
Photographer : Clifford Hoyte Poland
Date Created: 1931
Abstract: An exhibition at the 1931 Mid-South Fair in Memphis, Tennessee. This particular stand is selling electric refrigerators by Copeland.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Great Depression and World War II (1929-1945)
Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000210
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Title: Electrical Machines Exhibit
Photographer : Clifford Hoyte Poland
Date Created: 1917
Abstract: An exhibit at the 1917 Tri-State Fair in Memphis, Tennessee.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000235
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Title: Hull Plumbing and Heating
Photographer : Clifford Hoyte Poland
Date Created: 1917
Abstract: An exhibit at the 1917 Tri-State Fair in Memphis, Tennessee. It shows a model bathroom complete with toiet, tub, and sink, by J.W. Hull Plumming.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000223
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Title: Stewart-Warner
Photographer : Clifford Hoyte Poland
Date Created: 1931
Abstract: An exhibit at the 1931 Mid-South Fair in Memphis, Tennessee. It advertises the Stewart-Warner personal radio, "the new big thrill in radio."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000231
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Title: Electrolux Gas Refrigerator
Photographer : Clifford Hoyte Poland
Date Created: 1934
Abstract: A exhibit at the Mid-South Fair in Memphis, Tennessee. The stand displays a single Elecrolux gas-powered refrigerator on a stand made to look like a large tree stump. Two statues of bears, one on either side, stand as if they want to get inside.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Great Depression and World War II (1929-1945)
Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000216
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Title: Hull Plumbing and Heating
Photographer : Clifford Hoyte Poland
Date Created: 1917
Abstract: An exhibit at the 1917 Tri-State Fair in Memphis, Tennessee. It advertises the Kaustine Waterless Closet, an early version of a modern toilet.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000222
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Title: Fowler Electric Company
Photographer : Clifford Hoyte Poland
Date Created: 1934
Abstract: An exhibit at the Mid-South Fair in Memphis, Tennessee. The exhibit contains a miniature demonstration model for an "Attic Ventalation and Cooling System for Homes and Appartments." The sytem is being advertised by Fowler Electric Company.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Great Depression and World War II (1929-1945)
Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000219
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Title: J.E. Dilworth Company
Photographer : Clifford Hoyte Poland
Date Created: 1931
Abstract: An exhibit at the 1931 Mid-South Fair in Memphis, Tennessee. The exhibit displays an automatic coal burner called the Iron Fireman, made by J.E. Dilworth Co.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Great Depression and World War II (1929-1945)
Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000214
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Title: Electrolux Refrigerator
Photographer : Clifford Hoyte Poland
Date Created: 1934
Abstract: An exhibit at the Mid-South Fair in Memphis, Tennessee. The stand in this picture advertises a kerosene refrigerator called Electrolux. Next to the refrigerator is a crib with four baby dolls. A sign reads, "The famous Dionne quintuplets depend on Electrolux to keep their food at even temperature."
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Great Depression and World War II (1929-1945)
Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000213
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Title: Crosley
Photographer : Clifford Hoyte Poland
Date Created: 1933
Abstract: An exhibit at the Mid-South Fair in Memphis, Tennessee. This stand is selling electric refrigerators by Crosley, distributed by Harry Wilson, Inc.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Great Depression and World War II (1929-1945)
Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000211
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Title: Electrical Machine Exhibit
Photographer : Clifford Hoyte Poland
Date Created: 1917
Abstract: An exhibit at the 1917 Tri-State Fair in Memphis, Tennessee. The exhibit shows a 3 horse power generator engine, a table with storage battery, and a Western electric vaccum cleaner.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic Collection
Contributing Institution: Memphis Public Library
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000220
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Title: James Trousdale, deed to Gallatin, 1801
Signer : David Shelby
Signer : James Trousdale
Date Created: 1802-02-25
Abstract: A deed that conveys a tract of land to several Commissioners so to establish the town of Gallatin. Includes a description of the tract of land to be conveyed in the description method of poles and degrees. On the reverse side, the Clerk of Sumner County Court, David Shelby signed as acceptable. The Register of Deeds also signed acknowledging the recording of the deed.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)
Collection: Miscellaneous documents
Contributing Institution: Sumner County Archives
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002735
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Title: Photograph of the Tennessee Valley Authority survey crew mapping archaeological features at the former site of the mid-18th centur
Photographer : David Stansberry
Date Created: 1974
Abstract: This is a photograph of a 1974 Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) survey crew mapping archaeological features at the former site of the mid-18th century Cherokee town of Chota. Chota was recognized by Native Americans and European settlers as a powerful social and economic influence and was regarded as the capital of the Cherokee nation. Excavations of Chota and other Overhill Cherokee villages were conducted as part of the Tellico Archaeological Project by the University of Tennessee in anticipation of the flooding of the lower Little Tennessee River Valley by the Tellico Dam Reservoir. The university worked under contract with the National Park Service and TVA. Principal investigator, Alfred K. Guthe. Field Director, Gerald F. Schroedl.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Contemporary United States (1968-present)
Collection: Frank H. McClung Museum Photographic Collection
Contributing Institution: Frank H. McClung Museum
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002525
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Title: Photograph of an archaeological pit feature at the former site of the mid-18th century Cherokee town of Chota, taken in 1974
Photographer : David Stansberry
Date Created: 1974
Abstract: This is a 1974 photograph of an archaeological pit feature at the former site of the mid-18th century Cherokee town of Chota. Pits were dug for burial purposes and for storage of refuse. Chota was recognized by Native Americans and European settlers as a powerful social and economic influence and was regarded as the capital of the Cherokee nation. Excavations of Chota and other Overhill Cherokee villages were conducted as part of the Tellico Archaeological Project by the University of Tennessee in anticipation of the flooding of the lower Little Tennessee River by the Tellico Dam Reservoir. The university worked under contract with the National Park Service and TVA. Principal investigator, Alfred K. Guthe. Field Director, Gerald F. Schroedl.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
Contemporary United States (1968-present)
Collection: Frank H. McClung Museum Photographic Collection
Contributing Institution: Frank H. McClung Museum
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002526
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Title: Missing Link
Composer : Donald Bestor
Lyricist : Emma M. Sheetz
Date Created: 1909
Abstract: Sheet music for an anti-evolution song. Takes the stance that just because people sometimes act like monkeys does not mean that they evolved from monkeys. Includes direct references to the Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve. Part of the Scopes subgroup of the John S. Mitchell Collection.
Tennessee State Department of Education Eras:
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)
Collection: John S. Mitchell Collection of Tennessee Music
Contributing Institution: Center for Popular Music
URL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001500
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