A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina for the year 1884. The yearbook opens with an address from Mayor Courtenay followed by reports from various departments and an appendix.
A report from the mayor, city council and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina, for the year 1885. The Year Book opens with an address from Mayor Courtenay followed by reports from various departments and an appendix recounting the history of Charleston.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina, for the year 1883. The Year Book opens with an address from Mayor Courtenay followed by reports from various departments and an appendix recounting the history of Charleston.
A report from the mayor, city council and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina, for the year 1887. The Year Book opens with an address from Mayor Courtenay followed by reports from various departments and an appendix.
A report from the mayor, city council and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina, for the year 1890. The Year Book opens with an address from Mayor Bryan followed by reports from various departments.
Program for the Tenth Anniversary Banquet of the Charleston Chapter of Aleph Zadik Aleph. The program includes a list of officers and directors, a schedule of events, and a list of sponsors. The program notes a Benediction by Rabbi Jacob S. Raisin.
A report from the mayor, city council and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina, for the year 1899. The Year Book opens with an address from Mayor Smyth followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina for the year 1905. The Year Book opens with an address from city mayor, R. Goodwyn Rhett, followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina for the year 1907. The Year Book opens with an address from Mayor Rhett followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina, for the year 1898. The Year Book opens with an address from Mayor Smyth followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina for the year 1900. The yearbook opens with an address from Mayor Smyth followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina for the year 1902. The 1902 Year Book opens with an address from Charleston City's mayor, J. Adger Smyth, followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina for the year 1903. The Year Book opens with an address from Mayor J. Adger Smyth followed by reports from various departments. Pages 8-9, 126-127, and 132-133 are missing.
A report from the mayor, city council and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina, for the year 1901. The Year Book opens with an address from Mayor Smyth followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina for the year 1904. The Year Book opens with an address from city mayor, R. Goodwyn Rhett followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina, for the year 1906. The Year Book opens with an address from the city mayor, R. Goodwyn Rhett, followed by reports from various departments. The 1906 Year Book is missing pages 313/314 and 315/316.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina for the year 1908. The Year Book opens with an address from Mayor R. Goodwyn Rhett followed by reports from various departments. The book is missing pages 147/148.
A report from the mayor, city council and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina for the year 1909. The Year Book opens with an address from Mayor R. Goodwyn Rhett followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, S.C. for the year 1921. The Year Book opens with an address from the mayor, John P. Grace, followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, S.C. for the year 1929. ??The Year Book opens with an address from the mayor, Thomas P. Stoney, followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, S.C. for the year 1924. The Year Book opens with an address from the mayor, Thomas P. Stoney, followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina for the year 1917. The Year Book opens with an address from the mayor, Tristram T. Hyde, followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina for the year 1916. The Year Book opens with an address from the mayor, Tristram T. Hyde, followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina for the year 1918. The Year Book opens with an address from the mayor, Tristram T. Hyde, followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, South Carolina for the year 1919. The Year Book opens with an address from the mayor, Tristram T. Hyde, followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, S.C. for the year 1920. The Year Book opens with an address from the mayor, John P. Grace, followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, S.C. for the year 1923. ??The Year Book opens with an address from the mayor, John P. Grace, followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, S.C. for the year 1925. ??The Year Book opens with an address from the mayor, Thomas P. Stoney, followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, S.C. for the year 1922. The Year Book opens with an address from the mayor, John P. Grace, followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, S.C. for the year 1926. ??The Year Book opens with an address from the mayor, Thomas P. Stoney, followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, S.C. for the year 1927. ??The Year Book opens with an address from the mayor, Thomas P. Stoney, followed by reports from various departments.
A report from the mayor, city council, and various governmental departments of Charleston, S.C. for the year 1928. ??The Year Book opens with an address from the mayor, Thomas P. Stoney, followed by reports from various departments.
Typescript copy of a narrative given by Octavia Harby Moses describing her family's experience throughout the Civil War. She discusses the Confederate service of her sons and husband, work done by women during the war, and includes mentions of African American soldiers and servants.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Mike Schwarzott, community activist with the Alliance For Full Acceptance, Lowcountry Gay and Lesbian Alliance, the Human Rights Campaign, and the South Carolina Equality Coalition. He talks about his history working as an activist in Charleston. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and Catherine LaFond Real Estate Attorney.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Carol and Bob Reeder of Conway, South Carolina. They talk about accepting gay children and how their son's male Dutch partner cannot reside permanently in the US due to US laws. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and Catherine LaFond Real Estate Attorney.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Mark Nagle, an HIV-positive gay man, who as an amputee, uses a wheelchair. He talks about his life, how he came to Charleston, and how his disability interacts with his gay identity. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and Michelle Hawk with Keller Williams Realty.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Charlie Smith, a Charleston real estate agent. Smith talks about his life and involvement in politics as an out gay man. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and David Tester with CSA Real Estate.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Lauren Rodgers, former US Air Force intelligence officer who was harassed, sexually assaulted, and discharged from the military because she is a lesbian. She discusses the Don't Ask, Don't Tell policy in the US military. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and Steven E. Clem Charleston Tax Masters.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Jim and Warren Redman-Gress about their lives together, adopting internationally and being gay parents in Charleston, South Carolina. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and DEFUSE (Demanding Ethical Fairness and Universal Spiritual Equality).
A letter from a South Carolinian to Congress concerning the change in the draft age to eighteen and nineteen. The writer is a poor married woman who has worked hard to send her son to college. She states that it isn't fair to not let the young boys finish school. She then discusses married men without children and "negros" fighting in the war. She ends with offering her services instead of drafting her son.
A letter from a South Carolina lawyer to Senator Smith concerning the amendment for one year of training for eighteen and nineteen year olds before going to war, once drafted. He believes the Senator should vote down the amendment for the lengthy training would handicap the military, who are in present need of more manpower.
A telegram from a South Carolinian to Senator Maybank concerning the change in the draft age to eighteen and nineteen. He asks the Senator to support the War Department on the draft issue. A response from Maybank is included, stating he will do all he can to support the program.
A telegram from a South Carolinian to Senator Maybank concerning proper training for eighteen and nineteen year old boys if drafted. A response from Maybank is included, greatly appreciating the constituent's views.
A letter from a South Carolinian Evangelist expressing his joy at Maybank supporting the Lee amendment to the draft bill. A response from Maybank is included, stating he appreciates the letter but no one will be exempt from draft. He gives the average age of members of the Navy and Marine Corps, which is between seventeen and nineteen, demonstrating that many young men already want to join the service.
Correspondence concerning a request for a hearing by representatives from South Carolina before the House Committee on the Judiciary concerning civil rights.
A letter from a South Carolinian supporting lowering the draft age, but that he doesn't understand taking the younger boys while those at home who are causing strikes within the war industries stay home. He believes that those workers should be put into the army. He wants the Senator to abolish the Unions for the duration of the war and put every man from seventeen to seventy in the army. A response from Maybank is included, thanking the constituent for his letter.
Correspondence between a South Carolinian and Senator Maybank concerning not changing the draft age to eighteen and nineteen. A response from Maybank is included, stating he appreciates the letter but no one will be exempt from draft. He gives the average age of members of the Navy and Marine Corps, which is between seventeen and nineteen, demonstrating that many young men already want to join the service. The citizen than writes back stating that she never meant for her letter to appear as if she was asking for special treatment.
A letter from a South Carolina druggist to Senator Maybank protesting eighteen and nineteen year old boys being drafted for the war. He states that there are so many within the draft age who have not been called yet, men with no children, ex-criminals, and the "negros." A response from Maybank is included, stating he appreciates the letter but no one will be exempt from draft.
A letter from a South Carolina Superintendent to Senator Maybank to exclude college students from the draft, and if they are to be drafted, something should be done about the easy access to alcohol. A response from Maybank is included, stating he appreciates the letter but no one will be exempt from the draft, and that he is supporting legislation to control the sale of alcohol.
A letter from a South Carolinian to Senator Maybank concerning the maturity of eighteen and nineteen year olds. He believes that the age limit should be raised to twenty-four and not draft "infants" into the war. A response from Maybank is included, stating he appreciates the letter but no one will be exempt from draft.
A seven-page address sent by James H. Hammond, Chairman of the South Carolina Public Service Authority, to members of the South Carolina General Assembly concerning legislation to permit the acquisition of properties belonging to the South Carolina Electric and Gas Company by the Authority. The Chairman addresses a number of commonly voiced objections to the acquisition, including competition with private entities, the creation of a monopoly, the sales price of the acquisition, harm to the war effort, and the overall benefit to the people of South Carolina. The Chairman concludes by urging the members of the General Assembly to vote in favor of its passage.
Correspondence concerning parity and conservation payments to the farmers who were moved out of the Santee-Cooper basin to new farms with no allotment. Senator Maybank forwarded the concern from a South Carolina constituent to the Agricultural Adjustment Administration and received a detailed response.
A letter for Senator Maybank to inform him of the Board of Directors meeting. The Board was delighted to hear an investigation would be made immediately by the Army Engineers. The Board wanted to also show appreciation to Maybank for his service in the project for Cooper River.
Correspondence concerning the how much power will be available and at what rate by the Vice President of Reynolds Metals Company. Maybanks sends a copy of a letter written by Richard Jefferies to explain the rates structures and power availability.
Correspondence concerning Wrather forwarding another copy of Bulletin No. 580-J, dealing with the phosphate rock supply of South Carolina to Richard Jefferies. The initial copy was never received.
Correspondence between Senator Maybank and the Federal Works Agency concerning the ongoing matter of securing a payment from the Public Works Authority (PWA) to R. M. Jefferies and the law office of Jefferies and McLeod for services rendered from May 19, 1934 to November 1, 1938. Senator Maybank stated that he was no longer connected with the South Carolina Public Service Authority and had no more interest in the matter.
A telegram from Jefferies requesting invitations to the dinner at Mayflower Hotel for Jas. F. Byrnes, Senator Maybank, Charlie Jackson, six S.C. congressmen, Donald Russell, Walter Brown, and D. A. Smith.
A letter from Senator Maybank to inform Jefferies that he wouldn't be able to give a very detailed endorsement of the project because he doesn't know much but gives Jefferies permission to give his endorsement as he sees fit.
A telegram from Senator Maybank notifying Jefferies that the Army Munitition Board aprroved "126,437" and "126438." Maybank advises Jefferies to move forward with construction on the Santee project in Berkley County.
A telegram from Senator Maybank notifying Jefferies that the WPB AM advised they approved the Santee-Cooper office and its construction. They now await final approval form the Army Munitition Board.
A letter from Jefferies regarding a previous letter from Maybank about the interest rates for the Santee-Cooper bonds. The high interest rates could cause problems and he discusses different options for them to take.
A response from Senator Maybank to a letter concerning the progress of the Santee-Cooper purchase and the Public Works Administration's refusal to confirm Richard M. Jefferies as General Counsel of the South Carolina Public Service Authority.
A newspaper sketch of the Battle of Fort Sumter. The illustration reads 'The main battery at Fort Sumter guns bearing on Fort Moultrie and the channel during the action of April 12.'
Two illustrations about the Civil War with an accompanying article. The top illustration is captioned 'The war in America: Charleston, from Fort Johnson.' The bottom illustration is captioned 'The war in America: The defences of Charleston, looking seaward.' The article details the difficulties of reporting from the South because of Union blockades.
Correspondence between the secretary of the Clemson Alumni Corporation to Senator Maybank. A resolution by the Corporation was sent to the Senator concerning Clemson student involvement in the war. They would like a more fixed policy about the drafting of college students. A response from Maybank is included, stating he voted in favor of lowering the age limit and not exempting college students, for he believes this is the best decision.
A letter from a South Carolinian to Senator Maybank concerning eighteen and nineteen year old boys not be given an opportunity to learn a trade if drafted for the war. He states that the bill is satisfactory to those with no sons or those who have the ability to place their sons in favored positions. A response from Maybank's clerk is included, stating the letter will be called to the attention of the Senator upon his return.
An advertisement for Hunks of History Volume Two, a calendar from 1997. The men included in the calendar are John Logan, American Horse, and Robert Brown Elliott.
Various illustrations of forts during the Civil War in Charleston. Captions of illustration, top row, left to right: 'View of terre-plein of the gorge of Fort Sumter', 'Parade of Fort Moultrie', 'North Western Angle of Fort Moultrie.' Captions of illustrations, middle row, left to right: 'View of terre-plein and parapet of eastern flank of Fort Sumter,' 'Barracks on north face of parade, Fort Moultrie,' 'South-western angle of Fort Moultrie.' Captions of illustrations, bottom row, left to right: 'Officers quarters, eastern portion of parade, Fort Moultrie', Western barracks, Fort Moultrie,' 'Channel face and south-western angle of the ramparts of Fort Moultrie.'
A letter from a South Carolinian about a friend's son who's a student at the Citadel. He writes to Senator Maybank to inform him of the parents' feelings about their son not having a chance to finish college, fearing he won't return if drafted. A response from Maybank is included, thanking the constituent for his letter but stating no preference will be shown when the draft age changes.
A letter from a South Carolinian to Senator Maybank concerning the change in the draft age to eighteen and nineteen. This citizen writes on behalf of his son, who works in order to help out his struggling family. He shares the anxiety his son had once he heard the possibility of being drafted at his young age. He suggests that the number of men who are older and don't contribute to their community be considered to be drafted first.
A letter from a South Carolinian to Senator Maybank concerning proper training of eighteen and nineteen year old boys if drafted. He believes the current administration has decided to support, unnecessarily, drafting young boys and asks for the House and Senate to be the voices of reason. A response from Maybank is included, stating that he voted for the lowering of age based on the absolute necessity as outlined by the Army.
A letter from a South Carolinian to Senator Maybank concerning the change in the draft age to eighteen and nineteen. The citizen wants the Senator to consider taking the boys after they've completed college and their commissions obtained. A response from Maybank is included, stating he appreciates the letter but no one will be exempt from draft. He gives the average age of members of the Navy and Marine Corps, which is between seventeen and nineteen, demonstrating that many young men already want to join the service.
Correspondence between Maybank and Jefferies concerning bulletins from R. R. Sayers, Director of the Bureau of Mines, about the reserves of phosphate rock in South Carolina.
Correspondence between Maybank and Jefferies concerning additional information about the construction of the Horry Transmission Line being received. Maybank hasn't received any information yet but has inquired.
A letter from Jefferies responding to a letter from the U.S. Surgeon General, Thomas Parran, regarding his visit to South Carolina. Jefferies wants the opportunity to welcome Parran when he gets into town.
Correspondence concerning the investigation and survey of the Santee-Cooper River navigation project by the Board of Engineers. Maybank sends copies of his letters encouraging action by General Reybold, Chief of Engineers, to Jefferies.
A letter from Bissell, President of the Charleston Chamber of Commerce. Opening statement congratulates Maybank on his courageous stand against the Civil Rights bills then goes into Charleston becoming an important and competitive seaport once again through the Santee-Cooper River project.
Correspondence concerning mailed WPB and additional information about the construction of the Horry Transmission Line to Senator Maybank to pass on to a Mr. Krug.
Correspondence concerning a copy of a letter sent to Senator Maybank by Manning, addressing the District Engineer of the U.S. Army Engineers. Manning expresses the South Carolina Ports Authority interest in the Santee-Cooper River project.
A letter from Governor of South Carolina Richard M. Jefferies informing Senator Maybank of a request by the Administrator of the Federal Works Agency for the calling of a special session of the South Carolina Legislature to consider the enactment of legislation authorizing the South Carolina Public Service Authority to acquire property from the South Carolina Electric and Gas Company and the Lexington Water Power Company in reaction to an adverse ruling by the South Carolina Supreme Court in the case of Creech v. South Carolina Public Service Authority prohibiting their unification. Governor Jefferies felt the calling of a special session would be a great mistake.
A letter from the Administrator of the Federal Works Agency concerning a request to the Governor of South Carolina for the calling of a special session of the South Carolina Legislature to consider the enactment of legislation authorizing the South Carolina Public Service Authority to acquire property from the South Carolina Electric and Gas Company and the Lexington Water Power Company in reaction to an adverse ruling by the South Carolina Supreme Court in the case of Creech v. South Carolina Public Service Authority prohibiting their unification.
Correspondence between Senator Maybank and the Federal Works Agency concerning the ongoing matter of securing a payment from the Public Works Authority (PWA) to R. M. Jefferies and the law office of Jefferies and McLeod for services rendered from May 19, 1934, to November 1, 1938. Senator Maybank stated that he was no longer connected with the South Carolina Public Service Authority or the State Government and that he had no official interest in the matter.
A letter from the South Carolina Public Service Authority informing Senator Maybank of Richard M. Jefferies' resignation as General Counsel of the South Carolina Public Service Authority.
Correspondence requesting Senator Maybank's support of the improvements to the Cooper River to Pinopolis Dam. Maybank supports the project be initiating an investigation and survey of the project.
Correspondence concerning the endorsement of the Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce in Charleston, S.C., for the Santee-Cooper River project. Maybank appreciates their support.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Heather and Joan Lyman, a couple living in Charleston. The couple had a civil union in Connecticut and compare it to their experiences in South Carolina. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and Open Door Christian Church, and Market Street Munchies and Gift Baskets.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Harlan Greene, historian and author of several novels. Greene discusses his novels, Charleston history, and the importance of LGBTQ representation in the historic record. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA).
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Bradley Childs, executive director of Lowcountry AIDS Services. Childs discusses Dining with Friends, the flagship fundraising event for Lowcountry AIDS Services, as the event enters its fourteenth year, and he talks about the work the organization is doing as well as the challenges the community faces. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and DEFUSE (Demanding Ethical Fairness and Universal Spiritual Equality).
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Steve LePre and Mark McKinney, a gay couple living in Mount Pleasant. They talk about their lives, the rights gay couples lack, and the changes they've seen in Charleston. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and Michelle Hawk with Keller Williams Realty.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Ken Hubbard. In his second appearance on the broadcast, Hubbard speaks about his involvement with Unitarian Church in Greenville, the NAACP, and other organizations in South Carolina. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA).
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Ken Hubbard, an African American Charlestonian involved in several local justice organizations. Hubbard discusses his life and the intersection of his gay and African American identities. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and Open Door Christian Church.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews is Sean Stacey, a transgender woman who talks about her life experiences. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and David Tester with CSA Real Estate.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein turns the attention to herself in this segment. In the first part of the show, Hein, pastor of Open Door Church of Charleston, answers many questions others have posed to her and she had to answer herself regarding her life as a transgender woman. In the second half of the show some pre-recorded snippets of Hein's twenty-year journey are broadcast. Sponsors for this episode: Association for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and Dr. Holly Wiegreffe Atlantic Planning Partners, Mt. Pleasant, SC.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Lynn Moldenhauer, co-chair of A Dialogue on Religion and Sexual Orientation (ADORASO), a program offered by the Alliance for Full Acceptance that focuses on the issues of religion and sexual orientation. Moldenhauer discusses the program's background, its importance to the LGBTQ community, and how the program is working towards increased respect for LGBTQ individuals from faith-based institutions. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and David Tester with CSA Real Estate.
A letter for Senator Maybank to thank him for considering an investigation for a deepening, widening, and straightening project for the Cooper River by the United States Army Engineers.
A letter from Jefferies thanking Senator Maybank for securing an investigation for a "straightening, widening, and deepening project along the Cooper River." He plans to pass along information on the investigation through the press, stressing Maybank's connection to it.
