A posed photo of mebers of one of the Charleston federated clubs, taken by Coards Studio. The club was founded by Mrs. Mamie Garvin Fields in Mt. Pleasant and handwritting on the back dates the photo to approximately 1975, and names two people in the photo. Center front row Louise James and standing Ann Henderson Thorton
A posed photo of the Edifites Junior Club, a junior federation club. Caption on the back reads "First row third from left Maxine Smith, fifth Lois Seabrook, Mary Deas, standing left to right, second person Marguerite Green, third from right Barbara Gathers, Carmen Simms, Thomasina Smith."
A manuscript about the Junior Federation's Father's Day and Mother's Day activities, their work beautifying Charleston, and their status as the largest junior chapter in the Southeast. It also mentions holding the 1969 convention in Charleston at the Jack Tar Hotel, now the Francis Marion Hotel.
A posed, group photo of members of the Charleston Federation of Colored Women's Clubs. On the back, names are listed, "First row left Ethelyn Murray Parker, ?, Mamie FIelds, Emma Fleming, Albertha Murray, ?, Vivian Fraser, Second row left Susie U. Simmons, Lillie Holloway, ?, Daisy Frost, 'Willy' Johnson Wright, Gomez, ?, Left standing, Emily Smith, Riley Roper, Ruth Gibson, ?, Hast, Johnette Edwards, ?, Thelma Murray, Essie T. Harper, and Mrs. Clark."
A posed, group photo of Modern Priscilla club members in a living room setting. Mamie Fields is featured in the photo. On the back of the photo is a typed version of the club song, with some lyrics cut off.
A manuscript, possibly a draft, of an idea to ask local sororities and fraternities to help with beautification of the city, with suggestions for specific activities they could do.
A manuscript with details about the beautification work of the Junior Federation under their leader, Miss Murray. It also has a description of dinner at Mamie Fields' home that the officers of the southeast clubs attended, possibly before their convention.
Letter from Mamie Fields to Reverend DuBose at Wesley Methodist Church in Columbia, South Carolina, asking for his help to get girls from the Wilkinson Home for Girls involved in his church.
Letter from Mamie Fields to Marion Wilkinson, discussing potential speakers for a youth meeting. It mentions that a Miss Johnson may be in a legal tangle for something she said while employed by the government.
Invitation from Mamie Fields to members of the Charleston Federation of Colored Women's Clubs for a fundraising event at Buist Elementary School for the Wilkinson Home for Girls.
A program for a meeting of the Modern Priscilla Club, celebrating it's 55th anniversary. It also includes a history of the club and list of every member to that point.
A biography and photo of Albertha Murray, teacher, member of Charleston Federated Clubs, and namesake of Murray Lesaine Elementary in Charleston, South Carolina.
A proposed budget for the completion of publishing "Lifting as We Climb." It lists stipends for professionals to work on the publication, travel, and Xerox and IBM Selectric rental.
Cover page for the program of the state convention for the South Carolina Federation of Women's and Girl's Clubs, April 20-21, 1979. The event was held at Francis Marion Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina. The back of the cover page lists the past presidents, living and deceased.
A letter written by State President Mamie E. Fields to members of the South Carolina Federation of Colored Women's Club outlining activities and chapter acheivements, including information about the bi-annual National Convention in Atlantic City and a call for girls to participate in the National Association of Colored GIrls. The letter ends with the club's slogan, "Lifting as we climb."
Registration certificate naming Mamie E. Fields as a qualified elector for precinct 12 in the December 9, 1947 municipal election. The certificate is signed on October 21, 1947 by Elizabeth G. Dawson and someone with the last name of Simms, who are listed as supervisors of registration.
A typed document asking club members if they're achievements as an organization are living up to the examples of the past. It mentions that the pages of the club year-book are fast turning and seems to indicate Mamie E. Fields' term as state president is coming to an end.
Registration certificate naming Mrs. Mamie E. Fields as a registered elector in precinct 12 in Charleston. The card is dated October 16, 1967 and is signed by Fields and Inez A. Simpson, a member of the Board of Registration.
A letter from Mamie Fields requesting funds to go toward the club's annual budget. On the back of the letter are handwritten notes about race relations on a global scale, including in South Africa.
The program, including an agenda, for the 38th annual meeting of the South Carolina Federation of Colored Women's Federation, held at Burke High School in Charleston, South Carolina. The program includes advertisements from local businesses and the agenda features a tour of Magnolia and Old Town Gardens, led by committee chairman Septima Clark.
A letter to chapters of the South Carolina Federation of Colored Women's Clubs about their most recent meeting and the upcoming events for the year. The letter mentions that some chapters were unable to get to the meeting because of icy roads.
A letter from Mamie Fields to the rest of the South Carolna Federation of Colored Women's Clubs members about the results of the Harvest Festival, budget concerns, and the importance of dues.
An outline of a meeting planning for the continuance of the day care center and nursery at Zion Olivet Presbyterian Church. It mentions Reverend Perry Metz offering space in the church for the center.
"Binding Ties" Vol. 1 No. 1, January 1973 publication by the Black Women's Community Development Foundation discussing the Juvenile Justice Project, Black Women in the News, Community Development, and organizational information. Addressed to Septima P. Clark.
Photocopy of The Chronicle newspaper article about Septima P. Clark entitled, "Education Association Honors Septima Clark With Top Award; South Carolina Denies Her Earned Pension."
A tribute to Septima Poinsette Clark, "A Tribute to Septima Poinsette Clark. The Promise of Generations," where the author discusses her personal and professional life and her impact on his career.
Resume of Septima P. Clark, including Academic and Other Interests, Organizations Affiliations, Civic Awards, Unsolicited Testimonials, and Suggested Lecture Topics.
