The pamphlet contains the Public Proceedings Relating to Calvary Church. The appendix contains the reports of the sub-committees and the written replies from those interrogated. The discourse stresses the role of paternalism in the treatment and teaching of the gospel to enslaved peoples. Many of the questions included in the interrogation refers to the modes employed when 'communicating religious instruction' to enslaved peoples. Originally bound in v. 22 of the Thomas Smith Grimke pamphlet collection.
Catalogue of miniature portraits, landscapes and other pieces executed by Charles Fraser and exhibited in "The Fraser Gallery" in Charleston, SC during the months of February and March, 1857. Accompanied by annotations and a summary of the life and career of the artist. Published by James and Williams Printers, 16 State Street, Charleston, S.C. Preface written by Samuel Gilman (1791-1858).
Under pressure from bondholders, the Charleston and
Savannah Railroad reorganized in 1867 as the Savannah and Charleston Railroad. This act officially recognizes the authority of the new railroad company. Courier Job Press, Charleston, S.C. 14p.
This illustrated pamphlet gives a brief history of the Dock Street Theatre in Charleston, South Carolina and provides rich physical details about the building, including photographs, floor plans and cross sections. Also included is a list of historic personalities identified with Charleston theatres and major theatrical events in city history. The front and back covers unfold into a map of peninsular Charleston showing the locales of past and current theatres (guide to map on page 14). 15 pages. Full text.
Record of the trial of Denmark Vesey, principal defendant, and others, charged with an attempt to raise an insurrection in the State of South-Carolina. Pamphlet contains an outline of events, testimonies, and dates for scheduled punishment of those convicted.
