A letter to Charlotte Allston from the overseer at Chicora Wood Plantation discussing tasks performed by enslaved persons, making molasses and a sickness spreading on the plantation.
A letter to Charlotte Allston from the overseer at Nightingale Hall Plantation discussing tasks performed by enslaved persons as well as those who are sick, crop farming and rice.
A letter to Charlotte Allston from the overseer at Nightingale Hall Plantation discussing tasks performed by enslaved persons as well as those who are sick, crop farming and rice.
A letter to Charlotte Allston from the overseer at Chicora Wood Plantation discussing how the enslaved people who were sick are better, making bushels of oats and hogs on the property.
A letter to Charlotte Allston from the overseer at Chicora Wood Plantation discussing corn, bad weather that blew down the sugar cane and sick enslaved children.
A torn letter from the overseer at Nightingale Hall Plantation discussing crops and the number of enslaved persons sick. The other side of the letter mentions the death of an enslaved child, a pregnant enslaved woman and a sickness on the plantation.
A letter to Charlotte Allston from the overseer at Chicora Wood Plantation discussing tasks performed by enslaved persons, an enslaved woman named Lavenia who wishes to work in a different area on the plantation to avoid working with Bob and notes on cotton.
A letter from D.F. Jamison in which he discusses a trial over a disturbance at a religious gathering by enslaved persons. He writes about a quarrel that ensued between two enslaved men, Allen and Jim, at St. Matthew's Parish, which later involved multiple enslaved persons, including Jamison's own "slave boy Sam." The court decided that those involved would receive between twenty-five to one-hundred lashes, depending on the individual's involvement in the quarrel. Jamison makes note that even though his enslaved boy Sam was said to not have been involved due to testimony, the court still sentenced him to lashes and Jamison did not appeal it due to the encouragement of his neighbors. While not present for the lashings, he heard they were severe since a constable, known for his cruelty, was brought in from a neighboring district to perform the lashings. Due to indignation from the crowd over the cruelty performed, the enslaved man Jim, who was sentenced to one-hundred lashes, only received fifty.
A letter to Charlotte Allston from the overseer at Nightingale Hall Plantation discussing tasks performed by enslaved persons as well as those who are sick, crop farming and clothes.
A letter to Charlotte Allston from the overseer at Nightingale Hall Plantation discussing tasks performed by enslaved persons as well as those who are sick, crop farming and rice.
A letter to Charlotte Allston from the overseer at Nightingale Hall Plantation discussing tasks performed by enslaved persons as well as those who are sick and crops.
A note from the overseer regarding enslaved persons at Chicora Wood Plantation specifically Stephen and his family who have not been heard from and Toney who left on his own accord either from being frightened or scared.
A letter from Benjamin Allston writing about socializing with confederate dragoons, the names of those involved, dinner with General Walker's staff and reports of Union movements from a "negro spy." The letter also writes about a report in the newspaper discussing the brutal treatment of enslaved persons by the "Yankees" which the spy stated is common.
A note from A.J. Woods that certifies an agreement made by James Yates to take care of Robert F.W. Allston's farm, which includes caring for the "negroes."
An official school report for the Brookgreen School that includes enrollment and numbers, subjects being taught and school furniture. The students are divided by "white" and "colored" and the report includes the notation that Thomas Small, identified as a "negro" was sick with a fever.
Memorandum of agreement by the heirs of the estate of Charlotte Ann Allston enumerating the division of enslaved persons among themselves, along with a separate listing of enslaved persons and their values.
Letter written by Charlotte Ann Allston to her children discussing her opinions on her late husband's will. She primarily states her views on how the enslaved persons should be divided among the family. Charlotte Allston also claims that her dying request is for the enslaved persons Sary and Sue to be rewarded for their fidelity to her by living together in love and peace with each other.
A bill of sale for the enslaved man Isaac for $705 to Robert F.W. Allston. The back side of the bill makes the notation that Isaac was renamed Casey and is dead.
A set of estate papers that includes a statement about a docket against H. Ball and Thomas Waring, a bill of sale between the estate of Thomas Waring and Robert F.W. Allston for enslaved persons named Paul, Miles, Elizabeth, Phillis and Toney, and a mortgage for the enslaved persons Paul, Miles, Elizabeth, Phillis, Toney, Katy, Morris, Josh, William and Castilio.
A bill of sale for two enslaved persons named Jack and Hannah for $175 to Robert F.W. Allston. The sale is from Richard O. Anderson and Alexander Robertson who work for the estate of the late Davison McDowell.
A bill of sale for ten enslaved persons for $3,355 from Eleazar Waterman to Robert F.W. Allston. The names of the enslaved persons are Moses, Maria, Rebekah, Sandy, Prince, Lizzy, William, January, Hagar and Beck.
A bill of sale for seven enslaved persons for $4,000 from Robert F.W. Allston to Mary Allston, widow of the late Joseph Allston. The names of the enslaved persons are Moses, Maria, Rebecca, Prince, Sandy, Lizy and William.
A bill of sale for four enslaved persons named Clarinda, Francis, Sarah and Ann for $1,400. The enslaved persons were sold to Robert F.W. Allston from Joseph Hucks.
South Carolina Federation of Women's Clubs' Proposed Project, drafted by Bicentennial Chairman Mrs. Larry T. Riggs, outlining a project using the Bible passage, Daniel 17:32, as a guide.
A photo of Ellen Watson, president of the South Carolina Federation of Colored Women's Clubs, speaking on South Carolina Night at the Southeastern Regional convention.
A letter to a man named "John" from Dr. Arthur B. Flagg discussing a medical account. The other side includes an account for medical visits with associated figures in dollars.
The front side includes a note from Breslauer, Lachicotte & Co. regarding mail and the other side includes an account with associated figures in dollars.
A list of enslaved persons or "work hands" at Wavery Plantation. The list is divided between "task hands" and "half hands." The other pages include a note on "negro houses," and a list of enslaved persons who do not work in the field.
Bill of sale for the following enslaved persons: Paul, Charlotte, Will, Sam, Rebecca, Hetty, Sally, William, Lucky, Nanny, Maria and Old Nanny. The enslaved persons were purchased by Robert F.W. Allston from James Tupper for $5,065.
A list of enslaved persons at Wavery Plantation, referenced as "Waverly Negroes." Included are the names of the enslaved persons, ages and notations on family and labor. Enslaved persons and their tasks include nurse Beck, house servant Guy, miller Wallace, ploughman Major, cook Linette, washer Lydia, driver Cudjoe and stockman Bob. Makes notation that Sibba "does nothing" due to old age.
A letter from Charlotte Allston to her overseer at Chicora Wood Plantation discussing the enslaved man Stephen, his family and the enslaved man Toney who escaped the plantation. She believes that Toney failed to escape the plantation and willingly returned to avoid being captured. She states that Stephen needs to be captured, not because he is valuable but for plantation moral. She further writes that she wishes Toney to be sent to work for the government on the fortifications until the war is over, to not be allowed to see his family and confined until he leaves. She writes that the elder enslaved persons James and Mary, the parents of Stephen, be held as hostages in jail as punishment for their child's escape. She states for them not to have communication with anyone in their family except if a white person is present.
A letter to Charlotte Allston from the overseer at Chicora Wood Plantation discussing the crops and tasks performed by enslaved persons. Makes notation that the enslaved person Stephen, his family and the enslaved person Toney escaped the plantation for the "yankees." He explains that one of the boats is missing and how the overseer stayed up all night "not knowing what Stephen will do."
A contract between Adele Allston and six freedmen and women named George, Billy, William, Susanna, Sally and Murphy. The contract states that these men and women agree to work on Adele Allston's plantation and to devote their labor to cultivation. The contract also states that these men and women are not allowed to carry any types of pistols, leave the plantation without permission from their employer and are to be treated "in a manner consistent with their freedom." The bottom of the contract displays the names and marks of the freedmen and women.
A report signed by Robert F.W. Allston, his overseer Jesse Bellflowers and the reporting Dr. describing the death of an enslaved man named Joe who died following an injury from a fall.
A list of enslaved men given blankets who are identified as needing them the most. The reverse side of the document refers to clothes, jackets and pants made in the house.
South Carolina Commission for Farm Workers memorandum from Bernice Robinson, VISTA Supervisor, to James E. Clyburn, Executive Director, reporting on recent VISTA volunteer activities.
A letter to Reverend B. Allston from Dr. Arthur B. Flagg thanking him for his offer on providing housing for a friend. The back of the letter includes a list of names and items with associated figures.
A letter from Alonzo White to Robert F.W. Allston discussing the selling of Allston's property and requesting the number of enslaved persons there. The bottom of the page is Allston's response.
Memorandum of agreement between Charlotte Allston and Samuel Smith for the hire of enslaved persons. The agreement states that Charlotte Allston gives each enslaved person winter and summer clothes and shoes.
