Studio portrait of Avery alumnus and former teacher, Professor J. Andrew Simmons. Simmons was also the principal at Simonton Public School. Simmons wears a suit and tie in the photograph.
Photograph of thirteen members of Avery's Hi-Y club posed on the main staircase of the Avery Institute. Includes faculty advisor, Mr. Alphonso Hoursey (2nd row left).
Five-page program for Avery's commencement exercises for the class of 1940, held at Morris Street Baptist Church. Program includes a class roll, distinguishing between "college preparatory" and "teacher training" students, and a list of commencement speeches.
Program for the play by Philip Barry held at the Avery Auditorium. Program contains cast and production staff information, as well as a list acts, and several advertisements for local business sponsors.
