Black-and-white photograph of a man in hat kneeling on ground next to a tree. Writing on back of image reads, "Robert Watt - June 1955. Corsicana, Texas. This is a picture we slipped in as we mailed Daddy's letter to you. We all enjoyed you so very much. Suena [?] Lilly Watt."
Black-and-white photograph of a portrait of a man. Writing on back of image reads, "To my good friend Mr. Willis McLeod. 1956. Claude H. Moore. Turkey, N.C."
Black-and-white image of a negative of a man's portrait. Text on the front of the image reads, "Barnwell. Edward H. 0 216978". Writing on back of image reads, "E.H.Barnwell. 1956."
Color photograph of two men standing next to a car in front of church building. Construction equipment visible in background. Date on side of image reads, "APR 60."
Color photograph depicting image of six people standing in front of McLeod Plantation. Writing on back of image reads, "McLeod house James Island, 1960. L-R -(?) Rose M.L.Barnwell, Dr. E.H. Barnwell (?) W.E. McLeod (?)."
Color photograph of four men looking over rooftop of building. Writing on back of image reads, "Country Club 1960. W.E. McLeod pointing. Others not remembered."
Black-and-white photograph of a portrait of two young children. Writing on back of image reads, "Sallie, 3 years. Jay 2 years (John, Jr.). Oct. 1960. Children of the Rev & Mrs. John Rivers".
Black-and-white photograph of man wearing uniform standing in front of curtain. Writing on back of image reads, "To my good friend, Mr. Willie McLeod. Jan. 22, 1962. Claude H. Moore."
Mrs. Larry T. Riggs, second from right, president of the Charleston Federation of Women's Clubs, unveils a plaque sponsored by the federation, commemorating the 50th anniversary of women students at the College of Charleston. Looking on are Miss Carrie Pollitzer, who was influential on obtaining entrance for women students, and Dr. Walter R. Coppedge, president. The plaque reads: "This plaque was given in honor of the Charleston Federation of Women and under the leadership of Carrie Pollitzer," photo provided by the News and Courier.
Rebecca Bryan discusses memories of her life in Charleston. She mentions a contest between the fire departments, the Womens Exchange on King Street, Dixie Antique Shop, transportation as a young girl, several significant earthquakes and hurricanes, the history of her house at 110 Broad Street, the Battery as a child, her childhood schooling, the Charleston Exposition of 1901, and a story about the Charleston Light Dragoons. Audio with transcript and tape log.
Harold Stone Reeves, a native Charlestonian and lifelong performer, discusses the many aspects of his life since his birth in 1892, including his longtime interest in Gullah, attending the University of South Carolina, his commission with the Charleston Light Dragoons during World War I, his involvement with the Society for the Preservation of Spirituals, and his role as the first manager of the of the Charleston Social Security Office. Audio with transcript and tape log.
John Laurens graduated from the Citadel in 1910. During World War I Laurens was stationed with the Charleston Light Dragoons in El Paso, Texas and later in France. In the interview, Laurens enumerates his siblings and discusses various occurrences in his life and in Charleston including family vacations on the Southern Railroad, a bath house that was once located at the end of Tradd Street, the Charleston Exposition of 1901, a tornado that took off the steeple of St. Philips Church and a fire at the Anderson Lumber Company once located on Broad Street. Audio with transcript.
Color photograph of an unidentified woman and young girl sitting on a bench under a tree. Writing on back of image reads, "The big Magnolia tree in your South yard."
Color photograph of man, woman, and young girl standing on portico of McLeod Plantation. Writing on back of image reads, "The Reeds who enjoyed seeing your home so much. Dec. 1972."
Color photograph of two men and two women, one wearing a wedding dress. Writing on back of image reads, "(Beverly Caldwell) Mr. Willie, Bob - Sharon & John. January 27th 73. St. Jame's Episcopal Church. Reception in Parish House."
Color photograph of four people. Writing on back of image reads, "Dec., 1975. L.R. Seated Rose M. Barnwell, W.E. McLeod, Gene Morrison, Louise Morrison."
Color photograph of W.E. McLeod standing near a fireplace with a man and woman. Writing on back of image reads, "Dec 1975 LR - W.E.McLeod, Eugene Morrison, Louise Morrison."
Mabel Pollitzer on her 90th birthday. Caption on back of photo reads: “Mabel – on her 90th birthday and Mrs. Charlotte, librarian. Jan. 1975.” col. photograph, 1975.
Color photograph, on card, of church interior. Text under image reads, "St. James Episcpal Church, Charleston, South Carolina." Writing on back of card reads, "To wish you the special gifts of Christmas - peace, good will and abiding happiness. Rosa and Bob Dewios."
Color photograph of an outdoor church service. Writing on back of image reads, "2nd Sunday after Easter 1976. Outdoor service held annually at Old Sheldon by the rector & congregation of St. Helena's, Beaufort. Old Sheldon Church near Beaufort, S.C. Provided by J.F.H. Steele."
Color image depicting north view of McLeod Plantation with circle drive visible. Writing on back of image reads, "McLeod Plantation house - James Island. Jan 1977 by George McDaniel."
Color photograph, on postcard, of group of 17 people (men, women, and children) standing on step of portico at McLeod Plantation. Writing on back of image reads, "Reunion at McLeod Plantation July, 1977."
Black-and-white image depicting north view of McLeod Plantation. Writing on back of image reads, "McLeod Plantation house - James Island. Jan. 1977. By George McDaniel."
