Broadside addressed to the black population of Lincoln County (Tenn.) by the Democratic Party regarding the presidential election of 1884. The purpose of this broadside was to convince African Americans in Lincoln County that the Democratic Party...
Letter from A. C. Montgomery to G. R. Rutledge describing status of business in Maryville, local elections resulting in the election of "Union men," the outcomes of battles involving Sterling Price, the death of Benjamin McCulloch, and the status...
Original printed pink wrappers with illustrated front wrap. Rear wrapper has illustrations of the manufacturer's factory, several drills produced by the manufacturer, and medals won at various exhibitions. Black and white illustrations throughout.
Race relations riot that occurred in Memphis in May of 1866. The black population of Memphis had swelled from 4,000 to over 15,000 by 1865. The volatile mix of former slaves or contraband, long-time freedmen of the Beale Street area, four regiments...
Ten-page pamphlet isuued by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture with the purpose of encouraging emigration to the state by focusing on the agricultural advantages of Tennessee.