Historical sketch about the founding of Charleston Hospital and Training School for Nurses (McClennan Banks Hospital). The sketch lists the names of the founding doctors and nurses of the hospital.
Graduation program for the Ninth Annual Graduating Excercises for the Hospital and Training School for Nurses, which was held at Centenary Methodist Episcopal Church on June 11, 1907.
Graduation program for the Eighth Annual Graduating Excercises for the Hospital and Training School for Nurses, which was held at Plymouth Congregational Church on April 24, 1911.
Graduation program for the Eighth Annual Graduating Excercises for the Hospital and Training School for Nurses, which was held at Zion Presbyterian Church on May 26, 1908.
Graduation program for the Eighth Annual Graduating Excercises for the Hospital and Training School for Nurses, which was held at Zion Presbyterian Church on June 21, 1906.
Information on qualifications for admission to the Training School for Nurses, provides a listing of faculty, advisory board, and officers of the corportation, and a history of the institution. Included is a B&W image of the hospital
Speech presented by Alonzo Edwards about the importance and impact of Dr. Alonzo McClennan about the creation of the hospital. There is mention of the lynching of Frazier Baker in Lake City, South Carolina and role the hospital had in providing care and assistance to the family in the aftermath.
Listing of members of the first officers, executive committe, advisory board, and medical directors of the McClennan Banks Hospital/Charleston Hospital and Training School for Nurses
Handwritten meeting minutes discussing club business and activities. Topics dicussed included the history of Ethopia and the issues facing the country. Additionally the club voted to send letters to U.S Senate leaders, the U.S. President, and U.S. Representives to urge them to support the Costigan-Wagner Act, which was an anti-lynching bill. The bill was sponsored by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).
The printed program for an Afternoon with the Phillis Wheatley and Literary Social Club in Celebration of Their Eigthieth Anniversary 1916 to 1996. The event took place on April 21, 1996 at the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture. Club Vice President Owilender K. Grant provided a history of the organization and Madlyn Johnson gave remarks.
Photo of several women sitting around a table, including Septima Clark, Ethelyn M. Parker, and Mamie Fields (standing). Caption on back names all people and says they were forming a new group for the organization of the National Council of Negro Women.
Letter from Viola Ford Turner, president of the Metropolitan Council for Negro Women in Charleston, to Margaret Carter, chief of division of public liaison with the Department of State. The letter discusses the event the group held in Charleston for the United Nations' anniversary on October 23, and thanks Carter for sending Mr. Strong to the event.
Letter from the co-chairpersons of the Charleston section of the National Council of Negro Women to Mamie Fields. It invites Fields to attend a program honoring Mary McLeod Bethune.
A written piece by Mamie Fields about an unsuccessful vote taken on May 19, 1967 to segregate YWCA clubs. It also mentions potential improvements she wants to add to their YWCA chapter.
A certificate of appreciation given to Mamie Fields by the Young Women's Christian Association of Greater Charleston for her work as a former chairperson of the Committee on Administration and as the originator of the Annual International Smorgasbord Supper.
A photo of an interracial meeting at Dart Hall in 1930. Mamie Fields is in the photo, as well as Susan Dart Butler. The caption on back lists other attendees.
YWCA of Greater Charleston's "Ninth Annual Meeting. 70th Anniversary Celebration" Program. The theme of the evening is "Where Women On The Move Make A Difference" and provides information on the YWCA of Greater Charleston's personnel and board of directors, evening program, financial report for 1977, president's report, and statement of purpose.
YWCA of Greater Charleston's Spring 1977 newsletter addressed to Septima P. Clark, discussing the YWCA' 70th Birthday Celebration, the 70th Anniversary Souvenir Booklet, The Association Review, YWCA World Mutual Service 1977, Internationl Buffet Supper, Volunteer Recognition Service, YWCA Committee Meetings, Christmas Program, and Interest Groups.
Charleston Area Federated Clubs of South Carolina Federation of Women's and Girl's Clubs, Annual Club Women's Day Program, dedicated to Mary McLeod Bethune, to be held on November 25, 1973
Typescript of a script to a theatrical work written by Eugene C. Hunt entitled, "A Journey In Faith and Courage. The Story of the Coming Street Y.W.C.A." The story takes place in Charleston, South Carolina around 1910.
League of Women Voters of Charleston County's local government act document entitled, "Home Rule In South Carolina," drafted by Richard L. Black. The document explains the legislation package popularly known as the "Home Rule Act" which indends to grant political subdivisions decision-making power in local affairs.
Correspondence from Robert E. Perdue, Acting Chairman for South Carolina State College, to Septima P. Clark regarding the future of Clark's personal papers.
Correspondence from Bill Saunders, Committee for Better Racial Assurance (COBRA), to Septima P. Clark regarding an event honoring Representative Herbert Fielding, Councilman Lonnie Hamilton, James Clyburn, Esau Jenkins, and Septima P. Clark.
Correspondence from Betty Jean Hall, Director of the Coal Employment Project, to Bernice Robinson regarding a recent workshop. Enclosed previous letter from Bernice Robinson to Betty Jean Hall.
Correspondence from Roger A. Hardister, VISTA Supervisor for Chapel Hill-Carrboro, to Bernice Robinson regarding the recipient's help in a Public Relations Program.
Correspondence from Ann Franklin, Training Department for the Girl Scouts of the United States of America, to Septima P. Clark regarding an honor from the Girl Sout council.
Damaged paper fan from the Mickey Funeral Home with image of W. E. B. DuBois and Sightseeing Party. Pictured in the first row are Nathaniel Butler, Eddie Mickey, Dr. Thorne, and Richard Mickey. Pictured in the back row are Edwin Harleston, unknown man, B. F. Cox, Dr. DuBois, Dr. Johnson, Richard Reddy, Harold Shokes, Moultrie Harleston or George Robinson, undertaker.
Photocopy of letter from Area Assistant Superintendent David J. Mack, Jr. to University of South Carolina Provost Dr. Keith E. Davis endorsing Septima P. Clark's nomination for an honorary degree at University of South Carolina.
Letter from Penn Community Services to Septima P. Clark including a suggested outline for "First Workshop," entitled, "Two Hundred Years Of Survival On The Sea Islands: Implications For The Future Culturally, Historically, and Economically," to take place February 6-8, 1976.
Photocopies of newspaper articles from the Savannah Morning News, Charleston News and Courier, and Beaufort Gazette written February 11, 12, 13, 1969 regarding "Freedm Physicals."
League of Women Voters of Charleston County's Volume XXV Bulletin No. 1 including a calendar of events, Poll Watchers' Handbook, and various organizational updates.
Photocopy of a handwritten memo from Rev. W. T. Goodwin to Penecostal Churches, United Methodist Churches, African Methodist Churches, Presbyterian Churches, Baptist Churces, and Holliness Churches regarding the Esau Jenkins Memorial Scholarship Fund Drive and Memorial.
Correspondence from John Norton, Program Associate, School Finance Project for the American Friends Service Committee, to Septima P. Clark regarding the South Carolina Education Finance Act of 1977.
Memorandum from Bernard A. Veney, Executive Director for the National Clients Council to Board of Directors regarding a resolution passed at the previous meeting. Resolution attached.
Letter from Bernard A. Veney, Executive Director of National Clients Council to Septima P. Clark thanking her for her interest in being one of the persons nominated by the National Clients Council for a place on the Legal Services Corporation Board of Directors.
Letter from Bernard A. Veney, Executive Director of National Clients Council to Septima P. Clark' informing her that she will be one of the delegates to attend National Clients Council Regional Meeting for Region VI.
Correspondence from Joseph P. Riley, Jr., Mayor of the City of Charleston, to Nerie David Clark III congratulating Clark on his "singular act of bravery in saving several persons at Folly Beach on July 12, 1976."
Correspondence from Joseph P. Riley, Jr., Mayor of the City of Charleston, to Septima P. Clark regarding Clark's election "by City Council to the position of honorary member of the City of Charleston's Commission for Women."
Correspondence from Joseph P. Riley, Jr., Mayor of the City of Charleston, to Septima P. Clark regarding Clark's receipt of the H. Council Trenholm Memorial Award.
Handwritten correspondence from Septima P. Clark to Strom Thurmond, South Carolina State Senator, thanking Thurmond for his acknowledgement of Clark being named as The H. Council Trenholm Memorial Award winner.
Letter from C. Scott Graber of Black Land Services to Septima P. Clark regarding proposed land conference, discussing cultural, education, legislative, legal, and housing considerations.
Letter from Septima P. Clark to The Honorable J. Strom Thrumond regarding the Cooper River Waterfront Redevelopment. Enclosed document entitled, "Cooper River Waterfront Redevelopment."
Correspondence from Septima P. Clark to Strom Thurmond, South Carolina State Senator, thanking Thurmond for his contributions and calling on him for assistance with the Cooper River Waterfront Redevelopment.
Correspondence from Strom Thurmond, South Carolina State Senator, to Septima P. Clark, congratulating Clark on being "named the recipient of The H. Council Trenholm Memorial Award presented by the National Education Association."
Correspondence from Strom Thurmond, South Carolina State Senator, to Septima P. Clark, regarding assistance with the Cooper River Waterfront Redevelopment.
