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circa September 1949
Roanoke Pilot Struck Steeple in Fatal Crash
Article about the death of Eugene Williams in a plane crash while serving in the Air Force in Germany.
GLC09587.190
Plane Accident in Europe Kills Roanoke Pilot
Article about the death of First Lt. Eugene W. Williams in a plane crash while serving in the Air Force in Germany. Notes that he trained at the Tuskegee "Air Base" and Lockburn Air Base. Mentions that his brother "Leroy" Williams was also killed...
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GLC09587.192
Roanoker Killed When Army Plane Strikes Steeple
Article about the death of First Lt. Eugene W. Williams in a plane crash while serving in the Air Force in Gibelsadt, Germany with the 86th Fighter Group. Mentions that his brother "Leroy" Williams was also killed while serving in the Air Force in...
GLC09587.193
18 September 1949
Western Union
to Mrs Cordelia Williams
A condolence telegram to Cordelia Williams from the Y.W.C.A. members after the death of Eugene Williams.
GLC09587.195
19 September 1949
A condolence telegram to Cordelia Williams from A.L. James after the death of Eugene Williams.
GLC09587.196
21 September 1949
A condolence telegram to Cordelia Williams from Captain and Mrs. Theodore A. Wilson after the death of Eugene Williams.
GLC09587.197
23 October 1945
A&R Class 36 Presents Bloomer Girl
A program for the production of the musical comedy "Bloomer Girl" by "A&R Class 36," performed at "W + L Gym". "Lt. Williams" played the role of Alexander. First page contains the title and production logo. Third page is a title page and lists...
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1946-1947
Lucy Addison High School
Geraldine Williams' Report Card, 1946-47
Report card of Geraldine Williams from the fall semester of 1946-47. She got mostly "E" (excellent) and "G" (good) grades. She took English, geometry, physics, chorus, American history, physical training, home preparation, and citizenship. It is...
GLC09587.239
1947-1948
Geraldine Williams' Report Card, 1947-48
Report card of Geraldine Williams from the fall semester of 1946-47. She got mostly "E" (excellent) and "G" (good) grades. She took English, chemistry, choir, physical training, home preparation, and citizenship. It is signed by Cordelia Williams...
GLC09587.240
1947
Twitty, Geraldine Williams, 1930-?
Geraldine Williams' basketball schedule
Geraldine Williams' girls basketball schedule with dates, list of players and their jersey numbers, and their attendence. It is written on the reverse of a card from the Harrison Jewelry Co. Note , not included, says there is a picture of the...
GLC09587.241
27 February 1947
Carpenter, H.D. Jr., fl. 1947
to Geraldine Williams
Letter is from H. D Carpenter Jr. to Geraldine Williams in reference to holding socials after basketball games. He says that he presented her idea to the staff and that they agreed that social life is an important part of education and that the...
GLC09587.242
28 March 1947
Virginia State College
Dramatic Tournament
Booklet is a playbill from the eigth annual dramatic tournament for high schools of Virginia. It was held at Virginia State College.
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25 April 1947
Three One-Act Plays
Booklet is a playbill from three one-act plays performed at the Lucy Addison High School. Geraldine Williams played Lizzie Rankin, "a garrulous spinster" in "Miss Personality Plus." There is a Pepsi-Cola ad on the back.
GLC09587.244
1 June 1947
Vesper service
Booklet of a vesper service for the class of 1947. There is a list of the order of the service. The last page written by Geraldine Williams says "44898 Norfolk VA Robt Alston 4233J Gertrude Wateau Allen."
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4 June 1947
[Prom invitation]
An invitation card to the 1947 Junior-Senior Prom at Lucy Addison High School.
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28 May 1948
An invitation card to the 1948 Junior-Senior Prom at Lucy Addison High School.
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6 June 1947
[Spring Ball invitation]
An invitation to Lucy Addison High School's spring ball.
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10 June 1948
Lucy Addison High School Commencement Exercises
The graduation program for Lucy Addison High School's class of 1948. E. Geraldine Williams is listed as a graduate.
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National Honor Society of Secondary Schools
National Honor Society Certificate of Membership
A certificate of membership in the National Honor Society of Secondary Schools for E. Geraldine Williams. It certifies that she was elected a member of the Addison Chapter. It is signed by her sponsor, Lillie W. Mitchell, and the principal H. D...
GLC09587.254
November 1948
The Hi-Y Fellowship member card
A membership card certifying that E. Geraldine Williams is a member of the registered Hunton Tri-Hi-Y Club with the Y.M.C.A. It is signed by the leaders of the National Hi-Y, Local Hi-Y, Hi-Y Club Leader, and Southern Area Council. On the reverse is...
GLC09587.256
10 June 1949
Program for the Class of 1949 Graduation at Lucy Addison High School in Roanoke, Virginia. First page is a title page. Second page is a schedule of events. Third page is a list of graduates.
GLC09587.261
15 June 1950
Program for the Class of 1950 Graduation at Lucy Addison High School in Roanoke, Virginia. First page is a title page. Second page is a schedule of events. Third page is a list of graduates.
GLC09587.263
25 April 1960
de Gaulle, Charles, 1890-1970
Address by His Excellency Charles de Gaulle, President of the French Republic, President of the Community, to Members of Both Houses of Congress
An English translation of the speech that Charles de Gaulle of France gave to Congress on 25 April 1960. He addresses issues of the Cold War, casting France's lot with the free West and advocating nuclear disarmament.
GLC09565.01
11 July 1960
Fay, Elton C., fl. 1960
[B-70 Held Perfect Plane For Spy Role]
A newspaper clipping from the Washington Times Herald on July 11, 1960. The first article, "B-70 Held Perfect Plane for Spy Role," describes the proposed B-70 bomber plane and explains the disagreement over whether or not to fund the construction of...
GLC09565.03
Johnson, Lyndon B., 1908-1973
Report of the Preparedness Investigating Subcommittee of the Committee on Armed Services United States Senate, The B-70 Program
A report from the Preparedness Investigating Subcommittee about the merits of the B-70 bomber, in which the subcommittee analyzes the history of the B-70 weapon system and recommends to the Committee on Armed Services that it be developed immediately...
GLC09565.04
1968
Humphrey, Hubert H., 1911-1978
Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey Answers Your Questions
A transcript of reporter questions and Humphrey's responses from various press events during the spring of 1968. He answers questions on topics such as his "liberal credentials," "the revolt in the ghettos," "rural and urban poverty," and "relations...
GLC09565.05
9 May 1968
United Democrats for Humphrey
Victory '68: News From United Democrats for Humphrey (9 May 1969)
The first issue of a weekly newsletter published by the United Democrats for Humphrey. It includes quotes from Vice President Humphrey, as well as information on his standing in the polls, who has endorsed him, and what his wife, Muriel, is like.
GLC09565.06
16 May 1968
Victory '68: News From United Democrats for Humphrey (16 May 1969)
The second issue of a weekly newsletter published by the United Democrats for Humphrey. Includes accounts of his victories at state conventions, his comments to the United Autoworker Convention, and the responses of columnists and pollsters to his...
GLC09565.07
23 May 1968
Victory '68: News From United Democrats for Humphrey (23 May 1969)
The third issue of a weekly newsletter published by the United Democrats for Humphrey, with headlines about Humphrey's standing in the Gallup Poll, his endorsements by columnists and political figures, and his campaign strategy developments.
GLC09565.08
30 May 1968
Victory '68: News From United Democrats for Humphrey (30 May 1969)
The fourth issue of a weekly newsletter published by the United Democrats for Humphrey. It has information about Humphrey's lead with delegates and in the Louis Harris poll, about his visit to his South Dakota hometown, and about Robert Kennedy's...
GLC09565.09
29 July 1968
Victory '68: News from United Democrats for Humphrey (29 July 1968)
The 29 July issue of the Victory '68 newsletter advocating the election of Vice Presient Hubert Humphrey to the presidency. It contains Humphrey's stances on and recent action involving aid to farmers, urban regeneration, gun control, and the draft...
GLC09565.11
Vice President Backs Freedom Of Choice For Democrats
A press release from the United Democrats for Humphrey, containing a lengthy statement from Humphrey about the selection of the Democratic nominee. Humphrey advocates in favor of an open convention, in which each delegate can vote for whichever...
GLC09565.12
31 July 1968
Vice President Humphrey in Televised Talks Advocates Marshall Plan for the Cities and Programs for Civil Order and Justice
A press release from the United Democrats for Humphrey, which focuses on Humphrey's statements in favor of a Marshall Plan for U.S. cities and of a separate effort to protect civil order and justice. He supports an end to riots, stricter gun control...
GLC09565.13
3 August 1968
Vice President Humphrey's Travels Keep Him In Close Touch With Americans and Key Nations Overseas
A short press release from the United Democrats for Humphrey, explaining the Vice President's extensive travel and calling attention to the extent to which this travel has demonstrated his commitment to Americans throughout the country and to U.S...
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Citizens for Humphrey-Muskie, fl. 1968
Remember...a vote for Nixon is a vote for Agnew
A small poster featuring a photograph of Richard Nixon waving with Spiro Agnew. Created by the Citizens for Humphrey-Muskie, it seeks to discourage voters from voting for the Nixon-Agnew ticket.
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5 November 1968
Humphrey-Muskie Election Night Headquarters DNC- Citizens
A pass to enter the election-night festivities at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. It bears a large stamp, which reads "DNC-Citizens."
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Two passes to enter the election-night festivities at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. They bear large stamps, which read "Official."
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c. October 1981
Congressional Quarter Inc.
Fall 1981 Paperbacks
The Congressional Quarterly's Fall 1981 catalog of books related to government, politics, history, and education. Contains images of the books, brief descriptions, and order forms.
GLC09565.19
5 April 1945
United States. Navy
News of the Day
A two-page US Navy news briefing, inlcuding two cartoons, of recent updates in both Europe and the Pacific theatre. Includes developments in Japan, Hungary, Germany, and Italy, as well as baseball and wrestling news.
GLC09561
1960-1968
Various
[Humphrey Campaign Materials and essay, "An Indian In Spite of Myself"] [Decimalized .01- .19]
This collection consists of 19 items primarly concerning the Hubert Humphrey 1968 campaign. There are five newsletters from the 1968 Hubert Humphrey campaign. Six campaign press releases concerning Humphrey's views and promoting him for President...
GLC09565
29 April 1960
Joel T. Broyhill campaign
The Virginia Gentleman. [Final edition (April 29, 1960)]
The final edition of The Virginia Gentleman, "a non-political newspaper dedicated to the election of Joel T. Broyhill." Miniature in size, this "newspaper" includes information on the Representative's political stances, comical editorials, and an...
GLC09565.02
1 July 1968
U.S. news & world report book
"The Hubert Humprey Report" in U.S. News & World Report
A photo-copied article from U.S. News & World Report about Vice President Hubert Humphrey, who was running for president. It includes information about his education, family, finances, and political career. It explains his voting record on war and...
GLC09565.10
17 November 1964
Alyee, fl. 1964
to Louis Stamps [Decimalized .01- .02]
Letter to Louis Stamps from Alyee, who is attending the University of Miami. As well as a photograph of Alyee with a encouraging note on the back.
GLC09571.16
10 February 1965
Sabaroff, Susanne, 1944-
to Louis Stamps
Letter to Louis Stamps from Susanne Sabaroff, written from Philadelphia. She writes about a party that they are planning on attending and asks about related travel arrangements.
GLC09571.31
13 February 1965
Letter to Louis Stamps from Susanne Sabaroff, written from Philadelphia. As well as a newspaper cliping from the Associated Press.
GLC09571.32
Letter to Louis Stamps from Susanne Sabaroff, written from Philadelphia. She tells him how much she loves him and how bored she is at home, and she suggests that before much longer, she will be able to go back to school. She also asks him about his...
GLC09571.32.01
12 February 1965
Newspaper clipping by the Associated Press, dated 12 February 1965, which Susanne Sabaroff included in her 13 February letter to Louis Stamps. The articles discusses the proposed construction of a liquor store in State College, PA.
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16 March 1965
Letter to Louis Stamps from Susanne Sabaroff, written from Philadelphia. They are newly engaged! Most of this letter describes her excitement and planning, with a brief reference to her returning to Penn State soon.
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23 March 1965
Letter to Louis Stamps from Susanne Sabaroff, written from Philadelphia. She writes about their past weekend together, makes plans for visiting him over the coming weekend, and tells him about her move back to school.
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