Box 1
Contains 49 Results:
Newspaper Clipping of Gifts to the Rockbridge Historical Society by Mrs. Burton Deaver, 1974-02-06
This file contains an article entitled "Old Trough, Foundation To Be Displayed Here," which documents the gift of a 19th century stone watering trough and a Victorian-style cast iron fountain from Mrs. Burton Deaver to the Rockbridge Historical Society.
Flier for an Appearance of Congressman Oscar De Priest Presented by Rockbridge Walker Federation of Colored Women's Club, 1931
This file consists of fliers advertising an appearance of Congressman Oscar De Priest, who was the 'first and only member of colored race to be elected to Congress of the U. S. in 28 years.' The appearance was presented by the Rockbridge Walker Federation of Colored Women's Club. Eliza Walker was the president of the club. Also included is biographical information about Oscar De Priest.
Old Folks Home and Orphanage Campaign
This file consists of newspaper clippings about the campaign for the Lexington Old Folks Home and Orphanage, a pamphlet with information about the home, a charter signed by prominent Lexington citizens, and a photograph of Mrs. H. L. Walker with three orphans. Mrs. Walker was the president of the home.
McCormick Celebration Pamphlet, 1931-09-25
This file consists of a pamphlet from the McCormick Celebration held by Washington and Lee Unversity on September 25, 1931.
Virginia Federation of Colored Women, 1921-06-30
This file consists of a photograph from the Virginia Federation of Colored Women Convention and a newspaper clipping about the event.
Musical Programs, 1915 - 1925
This file consists of a flier for a musical and vocal contest judged by Eliza Walker, 1915, and a program for 'Jephthah and His Daughter,' 1925, managed by Mrs. H. L. Walker and Mrs. C. M. Wood. Also included are a ticket to 'Jephthah and His Daughter' and a newspaper clipping about The Charity Nightingales, 'the first musical organization of colored singers.'
Letter to White Citizens of Lexington About Employment
This file consists of a letter written by the Committee on Unemployed. Mrs. Eliza Walker was the chairman and Mrs. Virginia Gilliam was the secretary. They wrote to white citizens in Lexington asking them to assist in finding more work opportunities. No date included.
Walker-Wood Meat Business, 1919 - 1940
This file consists of a business card, 6 price lists, signatures, a photograph, recipes, lables, and letterheads.Includes document of H.L. Walker and C.M. Wood partnership.
"Old Lexingtonian's Recollections Heard" Clipping
This file consists of an article about stories of Washington and Lee's boat races.
Letter to Rockbridge Walker Club, 1936
This file consists of a letter written by W. F. Day of Knoxville, Tn., to the Rockbridge Walker Club inquiring about genealogy.
Stonewall Jackson Memorial Window, 1977-10-27
This file consists of a letter from The Stonewall Jackson House to Mrs. C. M. Wood concerning the Jackson Memorial Window in the Presbyerian Church at Roanoke. An article about the window was attached with the letter. There are also two color photographs of the window.
Paper Found Under Floorboards in Blandome Attic
The paper reads: 'Leather found beneath attic floor believed to have been let during occupancy of Union Army - 1864. Note: the name of Captain Dinwiddie.'
Vouchers Signed by William Caruthers, Eleanor Paxton, et. al, 1798
This file consist of six separate vouchers from 1798, signed by William Carruthers and Eliza Paxton.
Tax Notice to Thornton Bannister, 1896
This file consists of a tax notice to Thorton Bannister from the Treasurer of Rockbridge County.
John Randolph Tucker- Invitations to the Tuckers, 1896
This file consists of five Tucker and Gaulidett Letters, including invitations to Dinner in 1885.
Poems by Eliza Walker
This file consists of poems written by Eliza Walker. Many of them are satirical and written in dialect.
Photograph of Oscar De Priest
This file consists of a photograph of Oscar de Priest. No date.
Photographs of Eliza Walker, Harry Thomas Walker and Vernita Jones, 1880 - 1910
This file consists of a portait of Eliza Walker and a photograph of Harry Thomas Walker and his cousin Vernita Jones both on horseback. From Alex Wood's notebook (Box 1, Folder 0 - Control Folder) "Picture - Eliza A.M. Walker. Harry Thomas and Vernita Jones, Sam Jones' daughter. Harry Lee Walker's brother. At farm near spring."
Clipping of an Article About a Charity Nightingales Concert
Clarence Wood and Nannie Wood were members of the Charity Nightingales, and Mrs. H. L. Wood was the manager.
Copy of Photograph of the Walker Family and of Spotswood Styles and Wife
This file consists of a copy of a photograph of Eliza Bannister Walker, Harry Thomas Walker, Harry Lee Walker, and Nannie Walker Wood. Photograph taken by Michael Miley.
Walker-Wood Family Photographs, 1880 - 1955
Contains photographs of the Walker family. Includes two photographs of Harry Lee Walker (5x7), two photgraphs of Eliza Walker (4x6), one photograph of Harry Thomas Walker (5x7), one photograph of Eliza Walker and Harry Thomas Walker (3.5x5), one photograph of Hettie AAdamns with James Horace Lewis on her lap - Aunt Nin and Cousin Nellie Scruggs Lewis - pulled from Alex Wood's notebook in control folder (Box 1, Folder 1).
BPOE Memorial Service Program and Thanksgiving Program, First Baptist Church, Lexington, Va.
This file consists of a programs from the Benevlolent and Protective Order of Elks Memorial Service, December 13, 1925, and a 'Thanksgiving Souvenir' from Thanksgiving, 1906, at First Baptist Church, Lexington, Va. Also includes assorted photographs of Walker-Wood family members.
Letter to Eliza Walker from John G. James, 1929-06-08
Includes personal letter form John G. James, VMI class of 1866,to Eliza Walker. James wrote to Eliza giving a donation with the request that a rose bush be put on the grave of the VMI cook, the 'Judge,' who he never saw again after Hunter's Raid. Included is an article published in 1971 giving more information on Hunter's Raid and the Virginia Military Institue. Eliza is addressed in the letter as the 'Treasurer Walker' of the 'Colored Cemetery.'
Modern Views of Old Lexington
This file consists of postcards and pamphlets with views of Old Lexington, Va. Images depict Old Main Street, Lee's Funeral, and Castle Hill Hotel.