Civil Wars; War; Slaves; Agriculture; Political issues; Cities & towns
Excerpts from the Robert H. Cartmell Diaries. They contain full commentaries on the nature of his farm operation, the weather, and the fluctuations of the cotton market. They contain thoughtful comments on politics and candidates for office and...
A truck that has knocked over several earth-filled 55-gallon drums on which the unit designation has been painted. The truck was unable to stop in heavy rain and slid into the barrels. The barrels and sandbags were set up to defend the entrance to...
Tintype of Joseph Eaton Rushing. The tintype is in its original case. Rushing wears a uniform jacket with brass buttons and a kepi. The image is deteriorated and marked with dark spottings. On reverse, an inscription reads, "Joe Rushing, ever will...
Patent issued to Stephen Rust for "Wash Board for Washing Clothes" signed by Andrew Jackson and R.B.Taney. Taney was Chief Justice of the U. S. Supreme Court from 1836 until his death in 1864. He is principally remembered for his part in the 1857...