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A Short Negro History of Flint

One pamphlet entitled, "A Short Negro History of Flint," written by Melvin E. Banner dated 1964. Pertains to the history of Flint, Michigan and its autoindustry employees including sections divided by notable African American residents from Flint...

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The Advocate [Vol. 29, No. 20 (April 29, 1933)]

One issue of The Advocate dated April 29, 1933. Contains articles of local news. Front page contains articles related to the Scottsboro trial.

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What the Negro Wants and is Going to Get

One booklet entitled, "What the Negro Wants and is Going to Get," written John Haynes Holmes dated 1944.

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The Dawes Commission and the Five Civilized Tribes

One pamphlet entitled, "The Dawes Commission and the Five Civilized Tribes," written by Charles F. Meserve dated 1896.

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Ley: Para Crear Bancos Federales de Prestamos Sobre Hogares

One bound compilation entitled, "Ley: Para Crear Bancos Federales de Prestamos Sobre Hogares," printed by Asociacion Protectora de Prestamo Sobre Hogares de Puerto Rico dated 1912-1932. Titles of the pamphlets are as follows:
1."Reglamento de la...

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Harold. Advises her on how to encourage Lynn if he is drafted.

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to Bobby

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Mushy. Details marching duties and how much he likes her.

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Mary dated Saturday Afternoon. Relays sympathy that Lynn may be shipped off to fight abroad. Mentions U.S.O., her husband, and updates about daily life.

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to Roberta

One blank telegram printed by Western Union. Reverse side prints text codes for each message.

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to Children

One letter addressed to Lynn and Roberta Knapp from Ella J. Knapp, Lynn's mother. Expresses anxiety about Lynn serving abroad.

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Mary. Relays updates of family and friends.

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Mary. Relays updates of family and friends. Expresses frustration that she has not been able to find a job.

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to Kids

One letter addressed to Lynn and Roberta Knapp from Ella J. Knapp, Lynn's mother. Expresses anxiety about Lynn serving abroad. Mentions Lynn's possible foot condition.

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Mary. Relays updates of family, friends, her health and other knews. Thanks her for photographs. Responds to news about Roberta's mother's health.

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Mary. Relays updates of travelling to family, her husband's training and other news.

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from her mother. Relays updates related to the family and friends.

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Flora Cullings. Relays updates related to the family and friends.

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Flora Cullings. Relays updates related to the family and friends.

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Flora Cullings. Relays updates related to the family and friends.

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Battle of Ravennes

One engraving of the Battle of Ravennes dated circa 1800. Based on the painting by Ary Scheffer.

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[Letter written on diary pages addressed to Lynn J. Knapp]

One letter addressed to Lynn J. Knapp from Roberta Knapp. Pertains to family matters, exercise routines, and other matters. Written over a course of three days.

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to Fritzie

One letter addressed to Fritzie from Gladys. Pertains to a recent doctor's visit, family, and other news.

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[List of enlisted servicemen's addresses]

One page of addresses of enlisted servicemen. Top of the page contains stanzas from a poem that begins, "Its tital is --'A Little Talk.'"

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to Roberta and Lynn

One letter addressed to Roberta and Lynn Knapp from Mary. Pertains to updates of her husband serving abroad, family updates and expressing hope that Lynn will not have to serve.

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[Note from Hotel Petersburg clerk]

One note signed from a clerk at a hotel, notifying the sender that the hotel is aware they feel ill and offer any service necessary. Dated July 14.

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[Birthday card from Gladys, George and Frances]

One birthday card sent from Gladys, George and Frances. Contains illustrations of a Scottish terrier wearing a kilt.

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Flora Cullings. Relays updates related to the family and friends. Mentions that her husband and someone else are discussing the war.

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Flora Cullings. Relays updates related to the family and friends. Inquires about Lynn's the quality of the bed while he serves in the army.

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Flora Cullings. Relays updates related to the family and friends. Mentions that family were coming to visit.

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Flora Cullings. Relays updates related to the family and friends. Mentions the death of a family friend.

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to Lynn

One letter addressed to Lynn J. Knapp from Roberta Knapp. Pertains to her family, the family business and inquiring how he is doing.

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Flora Cullings. Relays updates related to the family and friends.

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to Roberta and Lynn

One letter addressed to Roberta and Lynn Knapp from Mary. Pertains to updates of her husband serving abroad, family updates and inquires about Lynn's health.

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Flora Cullings dated Friday night. Relays updates related to the family and friends.

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to Roberta

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from Flora Cullings dated Thursday evening, June 6th. Relays updates related to the family and friends. Wishes her a happy birthday.

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to Bobby

One letter addressed to Roberta Knapp from W.K. dated Saturday, July 17. Refers to her having a cold.

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[Roberta Cullings and Lynn J. Knapp's wedding invitation]

One wedding inviation for the marriage of Roberta M. Cullings and Lynn J. Knapp on August 1.

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to Bobby

One telegram addressed to Roberta Knapp from Lynn Knapp. Mentions that he received her message and if she could wire him $30.

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to Lynn

One letter addressed to Lynn J. Knapp from Roberta Knapp. Mentions her opinion of people who pretend as if there isn't a war.

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to Bobby

One postcard addressed to Roberta Knapp from Smokie. Inquires about the best address to reach her at.

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to Bobbie

One letter addressed to Barbara Knapp from "Smoky" dated November 2, 1939. Contacts her to introduce themselves as a coffee salesperson. Compliments her on her business savvy.

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to Smoky

One letter addressed to Smoky from Barbara Knapp dated November 20, 1939. Briefs them on the family blinds business.

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to All Naval Reserve Officers

One letter from C.H. Perdue to All Naval Reserve Officers dated September 15, 1949. Regarding speakers at the Seminar Lecture for Naval Reserve Officers to take place October 18, 1949.

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[Scheduled Lectures]

One document by C.H. Perdue to All Naval Reserve Officers dated September 15, 1949. A schedule of lectures from October 18, 1949 until May 16, 1950.

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to Dever Spencer Byard

One letter from Ralph W. Long to Dever Spencer Byard dated January 3, 1950. Regarding attendance at a lecture in October 1949 and credit towards retirement.

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to Dever Spencer Byard

One letter from F.J. Hoesch to Dever Spencer Byard dated October 24, 1950. Regarding insurance and health information.

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to Dever Spencer Byard

One letter from Chase Van Valkenburg to Dever Spencer Byard dated February 24, 1954. Regarding an extension of a due date for a physical examination.

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to Fritzie and Lynn

One letter addressed to Roberta and Lynn Knapp from Gladys and George. Pertains to settling into their new home, travelling, their daughter Frances and planning future visits.

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from Thomas Collins

One letter from Thomas Collins dated June 17, 1940. Sender is responding to a job advertisement.

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from John Sefcik

One letter from John Sefcik dated June 17, 1940. Sender is responding to a job advertisement. Details their education, age, and work experience. Sefcik is applying for a position to install blinds.

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to All Officers, Volunteer Naval Reserve, Third Naval District

One letter from Chase Van Valkenburg to All Officers, Volunteer Naval Reserve, Third Naval District dated February 25, 1954. Regarding quadrennial physical examinations. Includes a blank form to fill out prior to examination on the rear of the letter...

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[Select Service Document]

One printed document for selective service addressed to Lynn J. Knapp. Details his registration number and whom he would be reporting to. His signature is found on the registrant's line.

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated March 26, 1944.

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated March 27, 1944.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated March 29, 1944.

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated March 30, 1944.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated March 30, 1944.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated April 3, 1944.

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated April 4, 1944.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated April 5, 1944.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated April 4, 1944.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One greeting card from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated April 5, 1944. This Easter card features a couple with the man holding tulips behind his back.

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated April 8, 1944.

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated April 9, 1944.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated April 10, 1944.

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated April 13, 1944.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated April 12, 1944.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated April 16, 1944.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated April 17, 1944.

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated April 17, 1944. Written on Air Corps stationery.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated April 18, 1944.

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated April 21, 1944. Written on Air Corps stationery.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Pat Henrisey to Robert E. Dyer dated April 23, 1944.

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The Historical Development of the Negro in Oklahoma

One copy of "The Historical Development of the Negro in Oklahoma," by Nathaniel Jason Washington dated 1948. Pertains to the history of Black people enslaved by indigenous groups in Oklahoma. Groups mentioned are Cherokee, Choctaw, Creek, Seminoles...

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[Inquiry regarding living in Oklahoma]

One letter addressed to "Sir" from C.W. Mason dated October 20, 1906. Mason writes to ask about the culture of one of the counties in Oklahoma City. States that he is a teacher and former lawyer looking to "make an honest living." Reverse side...

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[Black children riding on a donkey cart]

One photograph taken by J.A. Zellweger of five Black boys riding on a donkey cart.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated April 24, 1944.

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated April 25, 1944. Written on Air Corps stationery.

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Farewell To The Desert

One poem by Mrs. Gall entitled Farewell To The Desert circa 1944.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated April 25, 1944.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated April 27, 1944.

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated April 30, 1944. Written on Air Corps stationery.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated May 2, 1944.

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated May 3, 1944. Written on Air Corps stationery.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated May 6, 1944.

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Ben Eugene West to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated May 7, 1944.

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The Republican Chairman [Number 560 (September 24, 1891)]

One issue of The Republican Chairman dated September 24, 1891. Issue printed in Newport, New Hampshire. Contains local news, advertisements, obituaries, sports news

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated May 7, 1944. Written on Air Corps stationery.

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated May 10, 1944. Written on Air Corps stationery.

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American Legacy [Vol. 6, No. 2 (Summer 2000)]

One issue of American highlighting the Harlem Renaissance, Black history in New Orleans, Oklahoma, the scientific field, enslaved people seeking emancipation from families in Washington, D.C., and other topics. Contains images and opinion pieces as...

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to Robert E. Dyer

One graduation invitation/announcement sent by Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated May 6, 1944. Features a section with a card containing Joan Pietry's name.

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[Magazine pages highlighting history of Black people in the Midwest]

Six pages containing three articles related to Black people's history in the American Midwest. Articles are entitled, "Go West Black Man," "Shaped by a Dream" by Luther P. Jackson, and "A town called Boley." Contains images of people and archival...

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated May 12, 1944. Written on Air Corps stationery.

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated May 16, 1944. Written on Air Corps stationery.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One greeting card sent by Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated May 19, 1944. Features a girl cat on the ground refusing help from a medic cat. The front cover reads "A Letter Needed - That's all! I don't need any FIRST AID kit To make me feel much...

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated May 18, 1944. Written on Air Corps stationery.

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to John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to John Elmer Dyer dated May 18, 1944. Written on Air Corps stationery. Letter addressed only to his father thanking him for the letter his dad wrote.

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to Lula and John Elmer Dyer

One letter from Robert E. Dyer to Lula and John Elmer Dyer dated May 22, 1944. Written on Air Corps stationery.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated May 25, 1944.

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to Robert E. Dyer

One letter from Joan Pietry to Robert E. Dyer dated May 26, 1944.

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