A letter from Elias Ball III in Charleston, South Carolina to his brother John Ball at Kensington Plantation on delivering a letter through the enslaved man Harvy, word regarding a battle in New York and numerous statements on the troops in Charleston.
A letter from Elias Ball III in Charleston, South Carolina to his brother Isaac at Kensington Plantation on receiving money from Keating Simons, notations regarding 1,500 to 2,000 men from the "back country", and the closing of stores in Charleston.
A letter from Elias Ball III to his brother John Ball in Charleston, South Carolina on sending the enslaved man Plimouth with a delivery, and a request for news from town through either a letter or a newspaper.
A letter from Catherine Simons to her half-brother John Ball in Charleston, South Carolina on receiving a keg of nuts, sending the enslaved man Ben with freshly washed socks, and having the "wenches" work on John's clothes.
A torn letter from Elias Ball III at Kensington Plantation to his brother John Ball in Charleston, South Carolina discussing the health of Edward "Ned" Simons and an offer about a gun.
A letter from Isaac Ball at Kensington Plantation to his brother John Ball in Charleston, South Carolina on not receiving letters from John and a request for newspapers.
A letter from Elias Ball II at Kensington Plantation to his son John Ball in Charleston, South Carolina discussing the health of Isaac Ball and requesting white sugarcane and "negro leather."
A letter from Catherine Simons to her half-brother John Ball in Charleston, South Carolina on sending for one of his shirts and that if the "wenches" cannot have them ruffled, she will do it herself.
A letter from Edward Simons in St. Thomas to John Ball in Charleston, South Carolina discussing a shipment of articles sent to John by Mr. Addison's boat and requesting that the enslaved persons Minus and Cromwell carry the articles upon arrival.
A letter from Catherine Simons to her half-brother John Ball in Charleston, South Carolina discussing a shipment she sent to him and the health of her daughter Cate.
A letter from Elias Ball II at Kensington Plantation to his son John Ball in Charleston, South Carolina discussing a potential visit from his half siblings.
A letter from Isaac Ball to his brother John Ball in Charleston, South Carolina on Isaac's health and a "battle" fought between Messieurs Simons and Ball.
Fragments of a letter from Elias Ball III to his brother John Ball in Charleston, South Carolina. Fragments reveal statements regarding the health of family members.
A letter from financial agent George Lockey in London, England to John Ball Sr. in Charleston, South Carolina discussing William James Ball and fear of war.
A letter from William Ball in London, England to his father John Ball Sr. in Charleston, South Carolina on suffering from a fever and cough, plans to travel to Madeira for warmer climate, his friend Micah Bryan, and the Mr. Lockey's loss from a fire.
A letter from William Ball in Edinburgh, Scotland to his brother John Ball Jr. in Charleston, South Carolina discussing family matters, news of their father and stepmother having another baby, their brother Isaac's bachelor status, and an "affair" between the Chesapeake Frigate and the British ship Leopard.
A letter from William Ball in Edinburgh, Scotland to his father John Ball Sr. in Charleston, South Carolina on attending a course of midwifery and "materia medica," William's concerns of being in the country during the political tensions, and the upcoming birth of a new sibling.
A letter from William Ball in Edinburgh, Scotland to his brother John Ball Jr. in Charleston, South Carolina discussing John appearing on a jury, their brother Isaac's relationship with Miss Conny, dancing at the Club House, John's son, and William's plans after graduation.
A letter from William Ball in Edinburgh, Scotland to his father John Ball Sr. in Charleston, South Carolina discussing his friend Isaac Wilson's political views, plans to attend medical school in Paris to learn surgery and the upcoming birth of a new sibling.
A letter from financial agent George Lockey in London, England to John Ball Sr. in Charleston, South Carolina discussing finances for William James Ball at the University of Edinburgh.
A letter from William Ball in Edinburgh, Scotland to his brother John Ball Jr. in Charleston, South Carolina discussing a visit to the ruins, chapel, and landscape of "Roslin Castle," attending a graduation ceremony for future doctors and seeing "eighteen men receive licenses for killing their own species," and observations on the graduation process at the university.
A letter from William Ball in Edinburgh, Scotland to his father John Ball Sr. in Charleston, South Carolina discussing money, the winter in Scotland, yellow fever in Charleston and that "our medical men have never attempted the cure of it by the affusion of cold water." The letter goes on to state William's opinions on finding a cure for yellow fever, and the birth of a baby boy between John Ball Sr. and his second wife Martha Taveau.
A letter from William Ball in Edinburgh, Scotland to his father John Ball Sr. in Charleston, South Carolina discussing the birth of twin girls for John and his second wife Martha Taveau, attending a graduation ceremony at the university for doctors in medicine, and the landscape and cultivation of Edinburgh.
A handwritten, one-page letter from Robert Pringle of Great Britain to his Charleston relatives in which he explores their genealogical connection. He encloses a family tree, a list of marital dates, and a newspaper clipping to explain the family history.
A handwritten, four-page letter from Joseph Alston to his mother, Emma Alston, in which he recounts his battle experience in detail, describing the use of cannons and his encounters with Black Union soldiers. During the letter, he switches from ink to pencil.
A handwritten, eight-page letter from Sallie Lowndes to Susan Alston in which she laments the financial status of their families following the Civil War and worries for their futures.
A handwritten, three-page letter from Emma Alston to her husband, Charles Alston, in which she describes the Union attack on Morris Island on July 10, 1863, and details her plans to leave Charleston the next day, including arranging a delivery of osnaburg fabric. She also states that Vicksburg has fallen.
A handwritten, two-page letter from Emma Alston to her husband, Charles Alston, in which she worries about the state of Charleston and her family members amid the Civil War.
A handwritten, four-page letter from Joseph Alston to his father, Charles Alston, in which he tells him of his experience in a skirmish with a Union gunboat and updates him on the movement of other Confederate troops. He also discusses the spread of edema among enslaved people and them escaping to Union soldiers. In addition, he mentions the conditions at his residence and the spread of fever there.
A handwritten, four-page letter from William Alston Hayne to his uncle, Charles Alston, in which he requests Peruvian Guano or Rhodes Supplemental Phosphate of Lime to use as fertilizer. He also mentions the possibility of the Civil War dragging on for years and suggests that the Alston family build a cottage near his home in case of a sea invasion.
A damaged handwritten, four-page letter from Joseph Alston to his father, Charles Alston, in which he relays his experiences in battle and foresees a speedy end to the Civil War. In an attached note, he also informs his father that Union soldiers raided a plantation in Santee, South Carolina, freed its enslaved population, and burned its buildings and crops.
A handwritten, three-page letter from Emma Alston to her husband, Charles, in which she discusses the management of enslaved people at Beneventum plantation. She also briefly mentions reports of the military efforts of their sons, John Julius and Joseph, in the Civil War.
A handwritten, four-page letter from Emma Alston to her husband, Charles, in which she relays rumors of enslaved people being impressed into service in Charleston. She advises him on the management of enslaved people such as Andrew, Johny, little Alec, and Brown's wife, and she informs him of the health of relatives in the Confederate military. She also reveals that she has been attempting to hire out an enslaved man, Jack, to various people in Greenville, South Carolina.
A handwritten, two-page letter from James A. Pringle to Charles Alston, forwarded to him by his wife, Emma Alston, in which Pringle updates Charles Alston on his finances, including his payment of the Confederate War tax and holding of Confederate bonds. Emma Alston adds to the letter to inform Charles of the arrival of an enslaved person, Tom Gibbs, to their Greenville farm and express her concerns for the future of Charleston and South Carolina amid the Civil War.
A handwritten, two-page letter from Emma Alston to her husband, Charles, in which she arranges the arrival of six enslaved people in Greenville. She also advises him on the management of their house in Charleston and warns him to not allow enslaved people to travel without the accompaniment of a white person so as to prevent their impressment.
Cashbook kept by Isaac Harby containing information for parents with children enrolled at Harby's Academy in Charleston, South Carolina. The cashbook includes notes on tuition fees and general expenses of the institution. The book tracks tuition and supply costs for students, and also mentions when students left the school.
Letter from Marx E. Cohen to a "James Tupper" regarding the death of "Marcus," an enslaved man owned by Cohen, while in military service of the Confederate States of America (CSA). Cohen requests a higher remuneration for the loss of "Marcus."
Letter from Marx E. Cohen to a "James Tupper" regarding the death of "Marcus," an enslaved man owned by Cohen, while in military service of the Confederate States of America (CSA). Cohen requests a higher remuneration for the loss of "Marcus."
Letter from Marx E. Cohen to a "James Tupper" regarding the death of "Marcus," an enslaved man owned by Cohen, while in military service of the Confederate States of America (CSA). Cohen requests a higher remuneration for the loss of "Marcus."
This is a Sandy Island plantation journal written inside of a South Carolina and Georgia almanac for the year 1798. The plantation journal documents the planting of crops (rice, corn and potatoes), runaway slaves (including women and children), business relations with Laurel Hill Plantation, the hiring of Mrs. Taylor's bricklayers, illness, the weather, calculations, and the receipt of cypress planks from Plowden Weston.
This is a Sandy Island plantation journal written inside of the South Carolina and Georgia Almanac for the year 1797. The plantation journal documents the planting of crops (rice, corn and potatoes), slave records (including runaway slaves), accounts, the weather, and business relations with Laurel Hill Plantation.
A slave pass written by Sarah Savage with all writing penned through. The pass gives an enslaved person, Ellack, permission to stay at Stoll's Alley for three months.
Correspondence from Robert E. Perdue, Acting Chairman for South Carolina State College, to Septima P. Clark regarding the future of Clark's personal papers.
Records chiefly consist of membership rolls for volunteer fire companies of Charleston (S.C.) including the Eagle Fire Engine Company, the Charleston Fire Engine Co., the Vigilant Fire Engine Co., Marion Fire Co., Aetna Fire Co., Washington Fire Co., Hope Fire Co., Charleston Fire Company of Axemen, Palmetto Fire Co., German Fire Co., and the Phoenix Fire Company. Also included is a printed blank form that certifies the bearer is an active firefighter and therefore exempt from Confederate military service. Printed on the certificate are two images of fire engines.
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.
Meeting minutes volume kept by the Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim Board of Trustees, 1916-1928. The entries in this volume concern all discussions regarding synagogue business, finances, memberships. The minutes also discuss supporting troops during World War I, as well as correspondences and meetings with the Union of American Hebrew Congregations, and preparations for the 100th Anniversary of the Reform Judaism in America.
Correspondence from Septima P. Clark to Graduate Admissions at U.C.L.A. regarding young adults, the Highlander Folk School, Southern Christian Leadership Conference, and illiteracy.
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 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.
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.
Autograph Album belonging to Mary Hannah Levy. The album includes various newspaper clippings, handwritten poems, and handwritten notes from friends and family members.
Album belonging to Rachel H. Levy. The album includes various newspaper clippings, handwritten poems by Levy and others, as well as handwritten notes from friends and family members.
Album belonging to Elizabeth J. Levy. The album includes various newspaper clippings, handwritten poems by Levy and others, as well as handwritten notes from friends and family members.
Album belonging to Esther Eudora Ezekiel Hart. The album includes various handwritten poems, songs, and notes from friends and family members. The album also includes a number of transcribed portions of texts and quotations from various literary figures such as Lord Byron, William Shakespeare, Alexander Pope, and John Milton.
Handwritten letter to an editor "regarding problems in Food Stamp program," written on the back of a document entitled, "Elect Septima Clark" announcing Clark's platform running for a seat on the consolidated school board.
