This pamphlet consists of questions and answers about the Department of Housing and Urban Development's open-space land and urban beautification programs.
This nineteen-page typed document was created for tour guides in the seven-block area of Historic Charleston Foundation's Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project.
Ten-page proposal for a new zoning district to be used in Ansonborough, the Commercial-Transitional, or CT, District. This proposed district would serve to support commercial development while protecting adjacent residential development.
This twelve-page typed document is a draft of material used for fundraising efforts by Historic Charleston Foundation, using the success of the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project as an example of work accomplished by the Foundation.
This 13-page typed document details information about the Ansonborough neighborhood, specific properties within it, and Historic Charleston Foundation's fundraising efforts to be used for its rehabilitation.
In this one-page typed memorandum from Samuel G. Stoney to Historic Charleston Foundation, the history of the property at 32 Society Street is traced back to 1846, when the home on the lot was built. The ownership history of the property is also discussed.
This one-page typed bulletin to the Ansonborough community announces a meeting of the Board of Adjustment to review the proposed multi-family building on the corner of Meeting and George Streets. Historic Charleston Foundation asks for support in opposing the proposed structure.
In this one-page typed letter from B. L. Tucker to Mrs. Henry S. Edmunds, Tucker thanks the Historic Charleston Foundation for their efforts in the Ansonborough neighborhood and provides financial investment information for the renovations at 17 Wentworth Street.
In this one-page typed document submitted by Samuel G. Stoney, the ownership histories of 328 East Bay Street, 61 Laurens Street, 76 Anson Street, 18 Wentworth Street, and 32 Wentworth Street are discussed.
This four-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project and Revolving Fund, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough. Homes listed include 40 Society Street; 42 Society Street; 44 Society Street; 56 Society Street; 66 Anson Street; 63 Anson Street; 71 Anson Street; 72 Anson Street; 55 Laurens Street; 48 Laurens Street; 332 East Bay Street; and 329 East Bay Street.
Memorandum lists number of properties in Ansonborough within these categories: owner occupied (79), income producing rental properties (37), church or government owned (12), commercial (4), and miscellaneous or unrestored and empty (3).
This one-page typed document discusses the historical background and describes the architecture of the building at 48 Hasell Street, St. Johannes Lutheran Church. The unknown writer references Beatrice Ravenel's book, The Architects of Charleston.
This one-page typed document lists several Ansonborough properties with the approximate date they were built, the name of the structure, and the address.
This half-page typed document discusses the Ansonborough Area Rehabilitation Program, the Revolving Fund, and restrictive covenants. The architecture of the Chancognie House at 48 Laurens Street and the home's current owner are also discussed.
Advertisement for Ansonborough homes for sale in the News and Courier. Homes advertised include 61 Laurens Street, 22 Wentworth Street, 32 Society Street, 45 Hasell Street, 34 Anson Street, 5 George Street, 38 Anson Street, 24 Wentworth Street, and 74 Anson Street.
In this one-page typed letter, Edmunds expresses her regret that the O'Hears will be leaving Ansonborough, but says she is grateful for their early participation in the rehabilitation efforts in the neighborhood, and approves of the sale to Ewing.
This six-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project and Revolving Fund, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough.
In this one-page typed letter, Edmunds expresses her regret that Connelly will be leaving Ansonborough, but says she is glad that the Lemons will be purchasing the home. She permits the sale.
This four-page brochure discusses highlights of the annual report of the area projects committee to the board of trustees of the Historic Charleston Foundation.
This four-page brochure discusses highlights of the annual report of the area projects committee to the board of trustees of the Historic Charleston Foundation.
This two-page document describes A. C. Logan's request to subdivide 42 Hasell Street into seven apartments and lists the petitioners opposed to the request, which was ultimately denied.
This four-page typed document includes age, ownership history, architectural, financial, and size information for numerous properties in the Ansonborough neighborhood. Also includes information regarding rehabilitation efforts for the properties and renovation status.
This four-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project and Revolving Fund, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough. Homes listed include 40 Society Street; 42 Society Street; 44 Society Street; 56 Society Street; 66 Anson Street; 63 Anson Street; 71 Anson Street; 72 Anson Street; 55 Laurens Street; 48 Laurens Street; 332 East Bay Street; and 329 East Bay Street.
This four-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project and Revolving Fund, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough. Homes listed include 40 Society Street; 42 Society Street; 44 Society Street; 56 Society Street; 66 Anson Street; 63 Anson Street; 71 Anson Street; 72 Anson Street; 55 Laurens Street; 48 Laurens Street; 332 East Bay Street; and 329 East Bay Street.
This four-page brochure includes background information on the Ansonborough Rehabilitation Project and Revolving Fund, photographs and information about Ansonborough homes, and a map of Ansonborough. Homes listed include 40 Society Street; 42 Society Street; 44 Society Street; 56 Society Street; 66 Anson Street; 63 Anson Street; 71 Anson Street; 72 Anson Street; 55 Laurens Street; 48 Laurens Street; 332 East Bay Street; and 329 East Bay Street. Also includes a note on the first page that Historic Charleston Foundation has purchased an additional three houses, 8, 10, and 12 Wentworth Street, bringing the total number of purchased or donated properties in Ansonborough to 25.
In this one-page typed letter, Raynor informs Spell that a sample sign for Ansonborough has been placed. He expresses his disappointment with the sign, and suggests that they contact Historic Charleston Foundation before continuing with the sign's installation.
This three-page typed document provides information on numerous properties for sale by Historic Charleston Foundation, including the age, architectural details, price, dimensions, and suggested plans for the property.
This two-page typed document provides a progress report on properties in the Ansonborough neighborhood owned by Historic Charleston Foundation and an estimate of the financial investment made in the area.
Provided on the front of this two-sided typed document is information regarding the property on the city block between Calhoun, Meeting, George, and King Streets. A small piece of paper taped to the back reads: "Kindness of: Mr. Gedney M. Howe."
In this three-page typed document, Susan Jones Connelly transfers the title and ownership of her home at 60 Anson Street to Arden A. Lemon and Jane Hawkins Lemon, following the sale of the property.
This letter from Edmunds to Ansonborough residents asks those opposed to the granting of a beer and wine license to a business on Hasell near Meeting to appear at a hearing at the County Court House on December 4, 1964. Includes a December 2, 1964, reply from the Tax Commission stating that the letter will be made part of the file in the matter.
In this two-page letter, Edmunds asks residents that are opposed to the creation of a "sweet shop" in Ansonborough to attend Zoning Board meeting on March 26, 1962.
In this typed four-page document, N. L. Barnwell, attorney for Historic Charleston Foundation, presents a petition against allowing the subdivision of 37 Hasell Street into three separate apartments.
This one-page typed document provides information for properties held for sale by Historic Charleston Foundation, including the price and zoning restrictions.
This two-page typed document provides information for numerous Ansonborough properties, including the owner of the property before Historic Charleston Foundation, to whom the property was sold by Historic Charleston Foundation, and the date of sales.
