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Letter from R.B. Hall to J. Maud Campbell
Digital reproduction of Jones Memorial Library Manuscript collection 1395 held in physical format at the library.
The collection includes a two-page typewritten letter from R. B. Hall to J. Maud Campbell dated 16 March 1927, the outer mailing…
The collection includes a two-page typewritten letter from R. B. Hall to J. Maud Campbell dated 16 March 1927, the outer mailing…
Appeal Letter from Carter Woodson to Anne Spencer
Digital images of a typewritten letter addressed to Anne Spencer from C.G. Woodson, Director of The Journal of Negro History. The letter dated 30 April 1927 is an appeal for funding to support The Association for the Study of Negro Life and History.…
Letter from Bushrod Washington
Digital image of a handwritten letter from Bushrod Washington to an unknown addressee in Albemarle County. This letter is part of Jones Memorial Library Manuscript Collection 1267: Autograph Collection.
The letter is handwritten in black ink on…
The letter is handwritten in black ink on…
Lyle Stuart Letter
Digital reproduction of a letter from Lyle Stuart to Jones Memorial Library trustees dated 10 October 1947.
In the letter, Stuart advocates for integration of the library's services and facilities.
In the letter, Stuart advocates for integration of the library's services and facilities.
James Steptoe Letter to Frances Langhorne, 16 October 1821 (MS 1006)
Image of handwritten letter from James Steptoe to Frances Langhorne dated 16 October 1821.
Anne Spencer Resignation Letter
Digital reproduction of resignation letter and envelope from Anne Spencer to Jane Maud Campbell, director of Jones Memorial Library. The letter is dated 1946.
In the letter, Spencer resigns from her position as librarian of the Dunbar Branch at…
In the letter, Spencer resigns from her position as librarian of the Dunbar Branch at…
Nowlin Family Notes
Digital reproduction of Jones Memorial Library Manuscript Collection 1839 - the Nowlin Family Notes.
This collection is held in physical format at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia.
The collection includes genealogy notes regarding…
This collection is held in physical format at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia.
The collection includes genealogy notes regarding…
Lynchburg Improvement Association postcard
Digital image of a postcard and envelope sent to Jones memorial Library from the Lynchburg Improvement Association dated 15 February 1961. The postcard includes the message "Dear Citizen: How Long Will You Allow Your Tax Dollars to Support…
An Open Letter to the People of Lynchburg
Scanned image of a Spring 2004 reproduction of An Open Letter to the People of Lynchburg dated 27 April 1967. The letter protests the policies of the Lynchburg newspapers to exclude news coverage of Dunbar High School and to exclude announcements of…
Three Civil War Letters from Azariah F.M. Haynes to Harriet J. Cocke (MS 1032, Folder 2-6)
Three letters written from Azariah F.M. Haynes to Harriet J. Cocke of Lynchburg, Virginia dated 4 June 1862, 15 March 1864, and 28 March 1965
Rachel Davis Harris letter
Digital reproduction of a letter from Rachel Davis Harris of Western Colored Branch, Louisville Free Public Library, to Jane Maud Campbell at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg.
The 1924 letter shares that Harris has returned to Louisville…
The 1924 letter shares that Harris has returned to Louisville…
Abraham K. Hanna (1926-1864) Letters (MS 1008)
Collection of letters written by Abraham K. Hanna (1926-1864) to his wife Elizabeth A. Hanna following the Battle of Lynchburg in June 1864.
Hanna was wounded and his foot amputated; he subsequently died of his injuries on 13 August 1864 and…
Hanna was wounded and his foot amputated; he subsequently died of his injuries on 13 August 1864 and…
Letter from William R. Gilmore
Scanned image of a typewritten letter from William R. Gilmore to Douglas A. Robertson, Secretary-Treasurer of the Jones Memorial Library. The letter is dated 05 September 1969. In the letter Gilmore expressed appreciation that the library has…
Finding aid to the William L. Candler Letter to Charles August Evard, 1849
Finding aid to the William. L. Candler Letter to Charles August Evard, 1849 held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia
Finding aid to the Piedmont Literary Society Papers
Manuscript finding aid to the Piedmont Literary Society Papers held at Jones Memorial Library
Finding Aid to the George Alexander Martin Papers
Finding aid to the George Alexander Martin Papers held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia. The collection on microfilm includes records and writing, scrapbooks, letters, and articles about the Confederacy and state politics
Finding Aid to the Horatio Minor Davis Scrapbooks
Finding aid to the Horatio Minor Davis Scrapbooks held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia. The scrapbooks include materials related to the Hill City Lodge No. 183 Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons, related families, and an 1888…
Finding Aid to The Mollie Clarkson Scrapbook
Finding aid to the Mollie Clarkson Scrapbook held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia. The scrapbook includes clippings, pictures, and notes from classmates at Hollins Institute in Roanoke, Virginia.
Finding Aid to the Mary Frances Watts Jones Papers
Finding aid to the Mary Frances Watts Jones Papers held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia. The collection includes scrapbooks, letters, and resolutions related to Jones Memorial Library, which was founded by Watts.
Finding Aid to the Letter From Will to Ma
Finding aid to the Letter From Will to Ma held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia.
The letter is from 1864 and was written from a soldier named Will who was at Bermuda Hundred, Virginia, presumably with the 11th Virginia Infantry…
The letter is from 1864 and was written from a soldier named Will who was at Bermuda Hundred, Virginia, presumably with the 11th Virginia Infantry…
Finding Aid to the Peter White Letters
Finding aid to the Peter White Letters held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia.
The letter are from Peter White to his cousins in the early 1800s.
The letter are from Peter White to his cousins in the early 1800s.
Finding Aid to the Thomas J. Michie Letter
Finding aid to the Thomas J. Michie Letter held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia.
The letter is from Michie to John Thompson of Amherst Court House inquiring if Thompson is representing Colonel William Devoe in a suit involved Lord…
The letter is from Michie to John Thompson of Amherst Court House inquiring if Thompson is representing Colonel William Devoe in a suit involved Lord…
Finding Aid to the Georgiana T. Hudson Letters
Finding aid to the Georgiana T. Hudson Letters held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia.
There are two letters written to Hudson from Confederate soldiers held as prisoners of war in 1864 and 1865 during the American Civil War.
There are two letters written to Hudson from Confederate soldiers held as prisoners of war in 1864 and 1865 during the American Civil War.
Finding Aid to the Mollie Hoover Letters
Finding aid to the Mollie Hoover Letters held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia.
Two letters were written to Mollie in the late 1800s.
Two letters were written to Mollie in the late 1800s.
Finding Aid to the E.C. Hamner, Jr. Letters
Finding aid to the E.C. Hamner, Jr. Letters held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia.
The letters were written to Hamner while serving as a cadet at the U.S. Naval Academy in the early 1900s. Hamner went on to serve as Captain in…
The letters were written to Hamner while serving as a cadet at the U.S. Naval Academy in the early 1900s. Hamner went on to serve as Captain in…
Finding Aid to the Letter from Ed
Finding aid to the Letter from Ed at Vicksburg, Mississippi to Aunt Mary on 10 April 1863. The letter is held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia.
Finding Aid to the Letter from James Chalmers to His Mother
Finding aid to the Letter from James Chalmers to His Mother, Mrs. S.E. Chalmers held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia. The letter was likely written before Mrs. Sara E. Chalmers died in January 1852.
Finding Aid to the Calvin G. Brinson Letter
Finding aid to the Calvin G. Brinson Letter held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia. Brinson was a soldier in the Confederate Army for the 16th Mississippi and was imprisoned at Elmira in December 1864.
Finding Aid to the Sarah Ann Warwick Halsey Letters
Finding Aid to the Sarah Ann Warwick Halsey Letters held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia. Halsey was the daughter of Judge William Daniel, Jr.
Finding Aid to the Centenary United Methodist Church Records
Finding aid to the Centenary United Methodist Church of Lynchburg records held on microfilm at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia. The records include letters, lists, registers, and minutes.