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Allen Family Collection
by Allen, Larry; Mills, George S. (1904 – 1995)
2 boxes, 1 oversize box (1.25 linear feet)
This is a collection of maps, postcards, flyers, catalogs and other local ephemera accumulated by Florence Elizabeth Pruitt (Allen) over the course of her life. The date range of the materials runs from 1904 to 1995.
Eastern Shore League Salisbury Baseball
by Photo-Lite Studio (1936 – 1937)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Sepia-toned photographic print of the Eastern Shore League Salisbury Indians, who pose together with their coaches on the field in front of a series of bleachers. The print is signed on the back by the players, "Joe Kohlman, John Bassler, Leo Revolinsky, Joe Salazar, Joe Sarlis, Frank Deutsch, Frank Trechock, Juan Montero, Fred Thomas, Bill Luzansky, Bermin Gueva, Charles Gumby, and Jerry Lynn." The name of the photograph studio is also stamped on the verso, "Photo-Lite Studio, Ocean City, Md."
John Skinner Taylor tax records
by State of Virginia (1901-1903, 1956)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
John Skinner Taylor Tax records document the transactions between John S. Taylor and the treasurer of Accomack County, Va. between 1901 and 1903. In addition, there is a financial report for Salisbury, Maryland in 1956. There is a bill from Home Gas Company addressed to Mary E. Collins. Also a receipt for a train ticket on the Philadelphia, Wilmington and Baltimore railroad.
Native American Folklife records
by Unknown (1994 – 1999)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Native American folklife records consist of materials related to the Accohannock tribe of Somerset County, Maryland. The collection document the tribe's history, and attempts to gain federal recognition. Within the collection, are history, folklore, and legends related to the tribe. In addition to guides on documenting local cultural tradition. Materials in this collection date from 1994-1999 with the bulk of the material dating to 1994.
Records of The Upper Shore Genealogical Society
by Upper Shore Genealogical Society (1976 – 2004)
1 carton (2 linear feet)
The Upper Shore Genealogical Society records contains newspapers, newsletters, and publications from the Upper Shore Genealogical Society as well as organizational documents, such as meeting minutes, secretary reports, membership materials and research documents. In addition, the collection includes publications of the Eastern Shore Episcopalian. The collection ranges from 1982-2004 with secondary content relating to the 18th and 19th centuries.
"I Can Hear It Now" Collection
by Murrow, Edward R. (1948)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The "I Can Hear It Now" Collection contains a CD and a pamphlet explaining what is on the CD. The CD is a "history of an era spoken by the men who made it and narrated", which refers to discussing radio show and announcers during the 1935-1945 period. "I Can Hear It Now" was created by Edward R. Murrow in 1948, to capture what radio was like during 1935-1945, with a heavy emphasis on World War II.
1853 Lutheran Almanac
by General Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church (1853)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a Lutheran Almanac for the year 1853, provided by Sherwood and Company printing based in Baltimore. The almanac contains Lutheran history, religious anecdotes, moon phases and weather predictions. Lists of Lutheran institutions and clergy are included as well.
1895 Election Ballot
by Unknown (1895)
1 oversize folder (0.25 linear feet)
State of Maryland election ballot from the 1895 election that states candidates for Governor, John E. Hurst, Lloyd Lowndes, Joshua Levering, Henry Franklin Andrew and Henry F. Andrews; Delegates for the House were also elected. The ballot also notes local Eastern Shore candidates for Sherriff, State's Attorney, County Commissioner, County Treasurer, and Judges for Orphan Courts.
1932 Federalsburg High School Photograph
by Unknown (1932)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains one 1932 photograph of the classes at the Federalsburg High School.
1933 Flood of Main Street Photograph Collection
by Unknown (1933)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains multiple black and white photographs taken during and after the 1933 flood in Salisbury. The photographs focus primarily on Main Street. Judging by the age of the cars and type of damage within the photographs it is likely these are pictures of the 1933 Hurricane. Also within the collection is a photograph of "Miss Sallie Coulbourne," an Oakland Teacher in 1918, who would have been a nurse involved in the 1933 flood.
1950s Pamphlets
by American Telephone & Telegraph Company; Coca-Cola Company; Crane, John M.; Dwight Edwards Company; Juran, Robert A.; Natural Rubber Bureau; Perdue Company; Soman, Alfred; United States Department of Agriculture; United States Department of the Interior; United States Office of Civilian Defense (1950s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Series of differing pamphlets and brochures of informational use including those on nuclear fallout protection, food stockpile survival, roads, rubber and transportation, electricity, WBOC radio station, Salisbury, Maryland, Fort McHenry, the Statue of Liberty and George Washington.
1951 Washington High School photograph
by Unknown (1951)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The 1951 Washington High School Photograph contains a photograph of the graduating class in Princess Anne, Maryland.
1959 WBOC Calendar
by Unknown (1959)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains one 1959 calendar issued by local radio station WBOC entitled “The Executive’s Personal Memorandum Calendar”.
29th Infantry Cartoon Map Collection
by Unknown (1944)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains two poster-size map illustrations of the Normandy Theater during World War II, and the French-Belgian Theater of late 1944. The collection also includes one copy of the June 3rd, 1944 edition of the Parris Island Boot.
29th Infantry Division Association Newsletter Collection
by 29th Infantry (1993 – 2020)
2 cartons (2 linear feet)
The 29th Infantry Division Newsletter collection consists of the Chinstrap and Twenty-Niner newsletters created for veterans of the 29th Infantry Division. The newsletters range from 1993 – 2020 and advertise reunions, charity drives, and memorials.
3rd Day Book of Store Accounts
by Unknown (1819 – 1820)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
3rd Day Book of Store Accounts of an unkonwn general store once located in Naples, Ontario County, N
A.B. Chamberlain Crop Ledger
by Chamberlain, A.B. (1903 – 1906)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
Ledger of Mr. A.B. Chamberlain features tomato and potato crop sales to companies for canning, packing and grocer sales as far north as New York and as far west as Ohio, 1903-1906.
Accohannock Tribe in Maryland Research
by Hinman, Michael (1994 – 2013)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection consists of research, sources, and other papers related to the history of the Accohannock tribe of Native Americans between 1994 and 2013. Descendants of this tribe in Maryland contested for State of Maryland recognition, which is documented through correspondence. Other tribal activities, including those of the Pocomoke tribe, are documented through events calendars and articles.
Adkins Family papers
by Adkins Family (1860 – 1996)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Adkins Family papers document the well-known Eastern Shore family from Sharptown, Wicomico County, Maryland, 1860-1996 with the bulk of the material dating from 1880-1930. Materials include tintypes and photographic prints of Adkins family members as well as correspondence, genealogical research and corresponding family histories.
African American Class of 1953 photograph
by Unknown (circa 1953)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Class of 1953 photograph copy documents a class of African American students from 1953. The high school and location are unknown.
African American Public School Ledgers
by Worcester County Public Schools (1914 – 1918)
1 oversize box (2.5 linear feet)
Attendance record register from school Number One, District Four in Worcester County, Maryland, 1914-1918. The records document student's names, boys and girls, as well as the days they were present and absent. Information also recorded includes the student's age, grade and the date of entrance.
Ageless Fashions Multimedia collection
by Westside Historical Society (2009)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a compact disc from the Westside Historical Society entitled "Ageless Fashions." It was created April 19, 2009 by Sylvia Bradley and other members of the Historical Society. Peg Rider, a Hurlock, MD native, was featured prominently in the presentation as a collector of Civil War-era dresses.
Agnes Tilghman Lürman photograph collection
by Lürman, Agnes Tilghman (1915 – 1926)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Agnes Tilghman Lürman Photograph collection documents the activities of Ms. Lürman, and includes her visits to the “Grosses” also known as the Grosscoat Farm in Talbot County, Maryland, a trip to Paris, France in 1915, Shellfield, Wye Plantation, Weems, Virginia and Wharton Manor. Photographs also document the military service of William H. Decoursey Tilghman and J. Daniel Tilghman. Also, there is a comprehensive documentation of the National Service School Women’s Section of the Navy League at Camp Chevy Chase, 1917-1918. Concurrently Pat Calloway, a photographer stationed with the American Expeditionary Forces in France, 1917-1918, documented the sites in Paris, as well as the French landscape and daily life of a soldier during World War I.
Albert and Bettie Morris papers
by Morris, Albert; Morris, Bettie (1895 – 2008)
4 boxes, 1 oversize folder (3.25 linear feet)
The Albert and Bettie Morris papers document their lives as long-time residents of Salisbury, Maryland, and include early family records of Rosa Lee Tilghman Morris as well as correspondence, biographical information, printed materials, newspapers and artifacts. The materials date from 1895-2008 with the bulk of the material dating from 1941-1979. Dr. Morris’ extensive World War II service record is documented and includes correspondence, service papers and photographic documentation of his encounter with General Dwight D. Eisenhower. Also included are the records of the Eastern Shore Opera and Symphony Societies as well as ephemera from many other local historic and symphonic organizations.
Albert C. Smith collection
by Unknown (1924 – 1945)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Albert C. Smith collection contains two documents pertaining to his service during World War II, an honorable discharge and a USA Recruiting and Induction Station pamphlet from the Fifth Regiment Armory in Baltimore, Maryland. In addition, there is a 1924 decree of divorce between his parents, Edward N. Robertson and Emma L. Smith Robertson, giving full custody to his mother.
Albert L Disharoon Collection
by Chevallier, George (1889 – 1972)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Albert L Disharoon Collection contains a typed history of Albert L. Disharoon. His grandson, George Chevallier, wrote about Disharoon's life from his birth in 1889 until his death in 1972. Disharoon lived in Salisbury his whole life. There are also two photocopied photographs of Disharoon and his wife.
Albert Laws papers
by Engle, Margaret Laws; Laws, Albert; Laws, Victor Jr; Truitt, Maude Perdue Laws (1795 – 1997)
13 boxes, 2 oversize folders (10.25 linear feet)
Abstract: The Albert Laws papers consist of the official and personal records of Albert Laws, and the family records of Margaret Laws Engle, Victor Laws Jr., and Maude Perdue Laws Truitt. The collection documents Albert Laws’ career as an officer in the United States Army, including his service in the Spanish American War and in the Philippine-American War from 1889-1908. The papers include a photograph album and ephemera from the West Point Class of 1893; correspondence, documents and photographs of the 24th US Infantry and 35th Infantry, USV; an eyewitness account of the Battle of San Juan Hill; and a proclamation signed by Emilio Aguinaldo, the first President of the Philippines. The papers also include Albert Laws’ personal correspondence from 1889-1908, with notes by his niece, Margaret Laws Engle. The collection also documents the family genealogy of the Bacon, Laws and Truitt families of Sussex County, Delaware and Wicomico and Worcester Counties, Maryland from 1795-1997. The papers include the personal correspondence and financial records of William L. Laws from 1853-1924 and genealogical notes from Margaret Laws Engle, Victor Laws Jr and Maude Perdue Laws Truitt. The papers also include a survey from 1795, records of the 30th Virginia Infantry Regiment, CSA from 1862 and a business ledger from 1864-1896.
Alfred Melson Delmarva ephemera
by Unknown (1818 – 1881)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Alfred Melson Delmarva ephemera contains two postcards, an 1835 list of the inhabitants' rates and road taxes of Little Creek Hundred in Delaware, a Pittsville-business ledger book from 1876 to 1881. Additional materials include an 1878 indenture between Hiram D. and Thomas H. Truitt and Isaac Smith and an 1818 Sussex County, DE indenture between Arthur and Rhoda Milby and John Burbage.
Allen and Brittingham Family photographs
by Brittingham, Dorothy; Brittingham, Gordon; Brittingham, Gordy; Hancock, Julia "Betsy" Allen (1880 – 1991)
2 boxes, 2 oversize folders (1.75 linear feet)
The Allen and Brittingham Family photographs documents the lives of the Brittingham family, mainly that of Gordon Brittingham, and Fulton Allen’s children in Salisbury, Maryland from 1880-1991 with the bulk of the material dating from 1942-1960. The Brittingham family photographs encompass Gordon Brittingham’s service during World War II in the European theatre as well as his life in Salisbury, Maryland after the war with his wife, Dorothy Allen through the 1960s. The photographs also document Gordy Brittingham, Gordon’s father’s barbershop at the Mayflower Hotel in Salisbury during the 1930s. The Allen family photographs document their children: Julia, Ruth, and Walter’s lives through a series of portraits, some containing photos from their home, Holly Hill located in Salisbury, Maryland. In addition to the volume of photographs, other documenting information correspondence, newspaper clippings, and family histories.
Allen and Hancock Family papers
by Allen, Gladys; Allen, Walter; Cooper, Florence Byrd; Hancock, Julia "Betsy" Allen (1903 – 2013)
8 boxes, 2 oversize folders (11 linear feet)
A history of the Allen and Hancock families, specifically the accomplishments of Mary Beulah Nock Allen, her daughter, Dr. Gladys Martha Allen, and her niece, Julia “Betsy” Allen Hancock, can be found in Part 1 of this finding aid. In Part 2, personal correspondence of Walter K. Allen and Florence Byrd Allen Cooper can be found in addition to the previous family members. Accomplishments and personal details of Julia "Betsy" Allen Hancock's adult life, professional career, and local issues.
Allen Clark Publications
by Clark, Allen (1984 – 2013)
2 oversize boxes (2.25 linear feet)
Allen Clark Publications includes a signed copy of Clark’s publication, New Light on Old Barratt’s: a history of Barratt’s Chapel, and includes biographical and supplemental information about author Allen Clark.
Allen Historical Society Calendars
by Allen Historical Society (2002 – 2011)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Allen Historical Society Calendars contains five calendars created by the Allen Historical Society. The calendars included are "Historic Homes From The Allen Area" (2002), "Faces From The Past of Allen" (2002), "Allen Residents at Work & Play" (2004), "Allen Educators" (2005), and "Lost Allen" (2011).
Allen Historical Society, Dick Porter collection
by Allen Historical Society (1926 – 2000)
1 folder (0 linear feet)
This 8-image digital collection from the Allen Historical Society documents the career and life of local baseball professional, Dick Porter. Included are newspaper clippings, statistics, biographical information, and reproductions of photographs primary from the 1920s and 1930s, with documents dating as late as 2000.
Allen Land Records
by Somerset County, Md. (1734 – 1820)
1 oversize box (2.5 linear feet)
This collection of original documents was found in the attic of the Allen family home in Allen, MD which was built in 1860. The documents presumably came from the previous home which was built in 1820. All documents pertaining to Somerset County except one. The collection of land records contains surveys, deeds, plats, and table of courses.
Allen, Md., 300th Anniversary collection
by Shivers, George (2002)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various booklets and materials connected to the 300th Anniversary of Allen, Maryland in 2002. This includes a play titled, "An Unbroken Circle," written by Dr. George Shivers, materials for a guided tour and histories of the Virginia Cottage and the Village of Allen.
Allison Morris Stickney papers
by Stickney, Allison (1876 – 1904)
1 box, 1 oversize folder (0.5 linear feet)
The papers of Allison Morris Stickney document Stickney’s service on the U.S.S. Marion from 1876-1904, with the bulk of the records specifically documenting his experiences aboard the schooner and in varying ports located in the Mediterranean region. Corresponding port lists also document the schooner’s arrival and departures throughout the region.
Alms House Records from the William A. Bayard Sutton Collection
by Kent County Alms House (1896 – 1940)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Kent County Alms House records offer insight into the care of the economically disadvantaged in Kent County, Maryland. The collection consists of a CD-ROM of scanned images of two ledgers from the Alms House Records from the William A. Bayard Sutton Collection of the Kent County Historical Society from 1896-1940. The first ledger contains meeting minutes and financial records of the trustees of the alms house from 1906-1932. The second ledger contains records of the occupants of the alms house. The records list each resident's name, race, nationality, age, trade, birthplace, and date of discharge or death from 1896-1940. It also contains a photograph of the alms house.
Alta MacEowen Papers
by Unknown (2016)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection contains a 1929 thank-you letter from Alta MacEowen, a beauty shop owner in Newark, Ohio ,to a couple who sent her a turkey for Christmas.
Alvin Garrison collection
by Whaley, Donald; Wooten, Orlando (1897 – 1995)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Alvin Garrison collection contains ephemera from the "Nuts in May" play presented by North Dorchester Senior Class, a transcription of a speech given by Mr. Donald Whaley on the Great Depression, a pamphlet containing information on the building of the Salisbury by-pass, and transparencies of a sample of Orlando Wooten's photographs.
Ambrose and Charlotte Larmore family history
by Larmore, Anna (circa 1980)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Photostatic copy of handwritten recollections of Ambrose and Charlotte Robertson Larmore, Tyaskin, Maryland. Anna Larmore, wife of Omar Larmore wrote the document for James "Jimmy" Larmore, the son of Marion and Bertha Larmore before her death in 1995. Larmore recollects the family's history in Tyaskin, Wicomico County, Maryland with musing on the Whitehaven Ferry, rural route post office, and farming.
American Ready Reckoner Book
by Lucas Jr., Fielding (1829)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a circa 1829 booklet entitled "The Ready Reckoner or, Trader's Farmer's and Mechanic's Expeditious Calculator, in Dollars and Cents." It contains tables to calculate tax among other financial variables.
American Red Cross, Hebron Chapter Minute Book
by Phillips, Robert (1918)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a minute book of the Hebron, Maryland Chapter of the American Red Cross written by its secretary, Mrs. Edgar Gordy. The minute book spans March 19 to June 4, 1918. The book describes the activities of the chapter (i.e. the creation of hospital shirts, bandages, shot bags and petticoats). There is a list of name of the 94 members in the chapter.
American Red Cross, Lower Shore Chapter records
by American Red Cross, Lower Shore Chapter (1916 – 2011)
2 cartons, 1 oversize folder (3 linear feet)
American Red Cross, Lower Shore Chapter records document the diverse services volunteers from the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Virginia, and Delaware have provided in the nearby communities, across the nation, and on foreign soil, especially during the Second World War. Providing home care, medical services, and disaster relief, the organization’s local achievements are represented through chapter forms, meeting minutes, monthly reports, pins, newspaper clippings and photographs. Their national aid is documented via pamphlets and photographs, and their World War II involvement is recorded in their financial records, volunteer logs, donation ledgers, and shipping forms. The records date from the chapter’s founding in 1916 to 2011.
American Red Cross, Wicomico County Chapter certificate
by The American National Red Cross (1980)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a certificate from the Wicomico County Chapter of the American National Red Cross to Mrs. Harry L. Jones naming her a lifetime honorary member of the Board of Directors, dated 1980. The award was presented for Mrs. Jones' work during WWII.
Americana Museum Video Documentary
by Hughes, Elizabeth (1992)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Americana Museum Video Documentary contains two interview transcriptions for the Americana Museum Video Documentary Project sponsored by the Somerset County, Maryland Arts Council. Gladys and Lawrence Burgess, of Marion Station, were interviewed by Elizabeth Hughes.
Amos W.W. Woodcock collection
by Edward H. Nabb Research Center (1947 – 1959)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
This collection contains material pertaining to the life of General Amos W. W. Woodcock. This includes booklets and newspaper articles written by General Woodcock, as well as, Mamie V. Woodcock.
Amy Crittenden papers
by Crittenden, Amy (1820 – 1991)
2 cartons, 1 oversize folder (1.75 linear feet)
The Amy Crittenden papers documents the research that contributed to Amy Crittenden’s graduate thesis at Salisbury University. Amy Crittenden’s thesis entitled Southern sympathies: The Civil War on Maryland's Eastern Shore focuses on the Civil War in Dorchester and Worcester counties. The collection includes drafts of the thesis, biographies of local figures, newspapers, as well as ledgers from local businesses. In addition research related to the Confederate and Union armies. The Amy Crittenden Papers dates from 1820-1991, with the bulk of the material dating to her graduate research from 1990-1991
Ancestral Record Book of Alan Tybalt Harrison and Butler Family Book CD
by Goodman, Mary M. Butler; Harrison, Alan Tybalt (circa 1850, 1996)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection contains an ancestral record book documenting the family tree of Alan Tybalt Harrison through genealogical information paired with portrait photographs. The book covers families in Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York including the Harrisons, Butlers, Johnstons, Lelands, and more. Photographs date to the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Also included is a CD with the Butler Family Book by Mary M. Butler Goodman, revised in 1996.
Anderson and McColley Family papers
by Miles, Moody K. III (2014)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Digital material of Thomas Anderson's pension file from 1818 filed with in the Eastern District Court of Pennsylvania. The McColley Family papers document the descendants of Sutherland and Joshua McColley. Access to CD's is prohibited because copies exist in the vertical files.
Andrew Manship Biography collection
by DiPaolo, Joseph F. (2008)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a biography entitled “To Your Tents, O Israel!: The Life and Ministry of Rev. Andrew Manship. The biography covers Manship’s life both within and out of the Methodist church.
Andrew Serrell photographs
by Serrell, Andrew (1987 – 2012)
8 boxes, 1 oversize folder (11 linear feet)
The Andrew Serrell photograph collection documents the personal and professional interests of Andrew Serrell, commercial pilot and aerial photographer. The digital and print photographs document Worcester County, Maryland and surrounding areas of the Eastern Shore, including the Delaware coastal region. The majority of the photographs focus on construction and land developments including Ocean Pines, Route 113, Ocean City, and area golf courses from 1987-2012 with the bulk of the photographs taken from 1999-2001. Many of the images were used for business and commercial use.
Ann Wilmer Photograph
by Unknown (1894)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Ann Wilmer Photograph contains a photograph of the house at 408 North Division Street.
Anna Ella Carroll collection
by Kleinsmith, Susan (December 12, 1967)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Anna Ella Carroll Collection contains an essay titled "The Controversy Surrounding Anna Ella Carroll" written by Susan Kleinsmith. Her essay discusses the life of Anna Ella Carroll, daughter of Charles Carroll, who signed the Declaration of Independence.
Anna Jones Cooper papers
by Cooper, Anna Jones (1929 – 1948)
2 boxes (0.75 linear feet)
The papers of Anna Jones Cooper document her involvement with Salisbury Teachers College alumni who were enlisted in the different branches of the military during World War II as well as her involvement as head of the STC Alumni Committee. Materials date from 1929-1948 with the bulk of the material dating from 1943-1945, and includes enlisted alumni biographies and addresses, correspondence, and printed materials that feature the enlisted alumni.
Anna Louise Brittingham Taylor collection
by Taylor, Anna Louise Brittingham (1917, 1995)
2 boxes (3 linear feet)
This collection contains documents pertaining to the life of Louise Brittingham Taylor. The documents in this collection follow her from grade school through her retirement. Included are such things as grade school report cards, information on Salisbury Normal School, programs on her commencement ceremony from both high school and Salisbury Normal School. There are several documents, forms, and booklets on her career as a teacher and copies of her teaching certificate and diploma from both high school and Salisbury State Normal School. Included are letters congratulating her on her retirement, and booklets and programs concerning her 50th and 60th Salisbury State University reunion. There are photographs of her College Graduation as well as several from her class reunions.
Anne B. Nock collection
by Nock, Anne B.; Nock, Floyd (1652 – 1998)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Anne B. Nock collection contains three essays on Onancock, Virginia, and William Claiborne. The essays included are "Vaux Hall: Accomack County, Virginia: 1652-1972", written by Floyd Nock, "A Walk through History with William Claiborne", and "Onancock, Virginia: Child of the Bay", written by Anne B. Nock. The collection also contains various restorations, physical mapping, and history of Vaux Hall, one of the oldest settlements in Accomack County, Virginia.
Anne Gootee Henderson collection
by Henderson, Anne Gootee (1779 – 1943)
4 folders (0.04 linear feet)
This collection contains genealogical information regarding the Metcalf and Marsh families. There is a marriage license for a Joseph Metcalf and Roberta Hammon. There is also a list of birth dates, death dates, and marriages for the Metcalf families. The Marsh families have a list of family members names, with a funeral news clipping for Franklin Marsh.
Anne Morris Clay papers
by Clay, Anne Morris (1886 – 1997)
1 carton, 1 box (1.5 linear feet)
The papers of Anne Morris Clay document her occupation as a land records researcher in the Maryland counties of Wicomico and Worcester. The materials date from 1886-1997 with a bulk of materials dating from 1980-1997. Materials include correspondence and research material regarding Cherie Cozin's Purnell property off Shore Side Road in Dames Quarter as well as June Petit's Simpleton property and correspondence with Dave Nutter pertaining to the property Nutter’s Neck. Materials also include transcriptions of the 1759-1865 land documents, 17th-century certificates of land patent, 18th-century deeds, 19th century Acworth Plat, and deeds for Nutter’s Neck. In addition, there are research materials on Sampson Burbage (1818-1881) and his properties in Powellsville. Also, there are property research records regarding William Hull's Muddy Hole Road and Tyaskin properties and a biography of Milford W. Twilley. A portion of the materials belonged to Ruth Harcum’s father, Benjamin Franklin Kennerly, Jr. who was the mayor of Salisbury from 1912-1914. Also included are books from the Morris, Kennerly, and Harcum families. Additional items include postcards with personal correspondence to Mr. and Mrs. Harry L. Harcum and other family members dating to the early twentieth century. Histories of Wicomico County and ephemera pertaining to the Sesqui-bi-centennial can also be found in this collection. Wicomico County specific improvement plans including the Chesapeake Bay Critical Area Program and the Salisbury Metro Core Comprehensive Plan have also been incorporated into this collection. This collection also includes a unique collection of sexual education booklets and Victorian-era autograph albums.
Annie Mitchell Postcard Collection
by Mitchell, Annie (1908, 1918)
2 boxes (0.75 linear feet)
The postcards in this collection are addressed to Annie Mitchell of Showell, Maryland. Most are stamped and date from 1908 to 1918. Several postcards in this collection center on the Easter and Christmas holidays, following the pattern of collecting in a few select areas. The collection also includes a 1936 calendar from the Pierce Hardware Co. in Milford, Delaware and the original postcard album book. The lone photo in the collection is believed to Annie Mitchell.
Archaeological Society of Md. Lower Delmarva Chapter Records
by Unknown (1966 – 1978)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
This collection contains membership lists, minutes, and other information relating to the Archaeological Society of Maryland: Lower Delmarva Chapter. There is also various financial information such as lists of dues paid and checks. Also included in information on various educational activities performed by the ASM:LDC.
Archaeology Month Lecture Collection
by Ragan, Elizabeth (2009)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a DVD recording of a April 18, 2009 lecture given by Dr. Elizabeth Ragan at the Nabb Research Center entitled "Over the Sea to Somerset: 17th Century Trade in a Neglected Corner of the Chesapeake." The presentation focuses on finding Colonial Era artifacts in old Tobacco Plantations, and how, because of funding and distance, this type of Archaeological Research isn't done on the Eastern Shore. The presentation then proceeds to detail her findings and their implications on our knowledge of the Colonial Era Eastern Shore. In addition, there are a poster advertising the lecture and several video tapes of the lecture.
Architectural Drawings for City Hall and Police Department, Salisbury (Md.)
by A.ES LLC.,; Building Services Co; George, Miles & Buhr (1951 – 1997)
2 oversize folders (6 linear feet)
The Architectural Drawings for City Hall Wicomico County (Md.) offer a brief look into architectural and engineering planning processes during the 1950s to the late 1990s. These drawings of various blue prints and floor plans provides a glimpse into the art of architecture during the latter half of the 1900s as well as what these two local city entities, City Hall and the local Police Department were looking for when redesigning their headquarters.
Architectural Drawings of Chestnut Street School, Wicomico County (Md.)
by Elderdice, Jack M. (1933)
1 oversize folder (1.5 linear feet)
The Architectural Drawings for Chestnut Street School in Wicomico County (Md.) offer a brief look into architectural and engineering planning processes during 1933. These drawings of various blue prints provides a glimpse into the art of architecture during the early half of the 1900s as well as what this new public school was looking for when building their new complex.
Arlene Goslee Knowles scrapbooks
by Knowles, Arlene Goslee (1943 – 1949)
3 oversize boxes (4.5 linear feet)
The Arlene Goslee Knowles scrapbooks document the experience of a young woman coming of age during World War II, 1943-1949. The scrapbooks focus on religious and social events in Sharptown, Maryland; within the scrapbooks, there are birth, wedding, graduation and death announcements. The collection also conveys how an American woman during this period, engages and finds global interconnections. There is ephemera related to her brother, John Goslee’s service in World War II. Additionally, there is material related to relationships she developed with other Methodists in South East Asia. The scrapbooks contain church programs, newspapers, photographs, postcards and ephemera related to Arlene’s life.
Art Institute and Gallery Collection
by Sweitlik, Eve (1979 – 2002)
5 boxes (4.5 linear feet)
Originally established in 1953 as the Salisbury Art League, the mission of the Art Institute and Gallery is to advance the visual arts in the mid-Delmarva region through exhibitions and art education to the general public. In 1984, this organization was created through a merger of the City Hall Museum board and the Wicomico Arts League. This collection contains 34 albums and scrapbooks of various shows, exhibits and newspaper PR produced by Eve Sweitlik of the Wicomico Arts League (now the Art Institute and Gallery).
Arthur Leonard collection
by Unknown (1828 – 1950)
2 cartons, 1 oversize box (3.5 linear feet)
The Arthur Leonard collection takes a look at mid to late 19th century Salisbury through photographs and print material. Series one centers on the economic life of Salisbury. It includes advertising, printed material and photographs of many of the leading and lesser known companies including oil drilling.
Arthur Smack Family Bible
by Smack, Arthur (circa 1908)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Arthur Smack Family Bible contains handwritten marriage, birth and death records of the Smack Family from Newark, Worcester County, Maryland. Family records were most likely written by Arthur Smack and his descendants, and includes family names from as early as the 1840s. The Bible, published in 1908 by A.J. Holman and Company, includes a comprehensive and illustrated history of the books of the Old and New Testaments, as well as additional narratives written by the Rev. Arthur Nevin D.D.
Asbury Methodist Church Postcard
by Asbury United Methodist Church (circa 1963)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This circa 1963 color postcard depicts the Asbury United Methodist Church in Salisbury, Maryland.
Ash Wednesday Storm CD
by Ocean City Lifesaving Museum (2012)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a DVD produced by the Ocean City Life Saving Museum documenting the storm that devastated certain portions of Ocean City in 1962.
Assateague Island Ferry collection
by Mann, Bunk (2014)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Newspaper article and corresponding photograph documenting Ocean Beach and the Assateague Island Ferry. The Assateague Island Ferry was used to take people and their automobiles to Ocean Beach; a new community in the early stages of development. In 1965, President Lyndon Johnson signed a bill creating Assateague National Seashore, thus forever ending the development of Ocean Beach.
Assateague Island National Seashore article
by Kotlowski, Dean (2004)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Assateague Island National Seashore article written by Dean Kotlowski is titled "The Last Lonely Shore: Nature, Man, and the Making of Assateague Island National Seashore." This article was included in the summer 2004 edition of the Maryland Historical Magazine.
Assateague Island Oral History Collection
by Unknown (1978 – 2004)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
This collection contains four lengthy transcriptions of various interviews conducted with Assateague Island natives between 1978 and 2004. These interviews focused on the maritime culture and lifestyle native to Assateague Island, hardships and nostalgic moments of their youth. The interviewees include: Mary K. Cropper, Ilia J. Fehrer, Jay F. Kirkpatrick, Hazel Holland, Luvenia Spence, and Don P. Bowden Sr. The transcriptions were processed by Pat Russell, however the original audio recordings are not included. Also included is a Historic context study of Waterflow, and the local flora and fauna of Assateague Island by Dr. Ralph E. Eshelman and Patricia A. Russell. The manuscript was written in July 2004, and benefited from the aid of the Dept. of Interior Park Services.
Atlantic Hotel Advertisement
by The Atlantic Hotel (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an early 20th-century advertisement for the Atlantic Hotel in Chincoteague, Virginia.
Atlantic Oceans Estate History
by The Sinepuxent Beach Company (1891 – 1927)
7 folders (0.07 linear feet)
This collection contains numerous leases, deeds, conveyances, audits, and property maps of various Ocean and Coastal businesses and homes in Worcester and Somerset Counties from 1891-1927. Frequently named businesses and owners mentioned are The Sinepuxent Beach Company of Baltimore City, John F. Waggaman, The Ocean City Development Co., Frank P. Phelps, Clarence C. Kilby, William B. S. Powell, and the Interstate Realty Company.
Atlas of the American Revolution
by Department of the Navy (1972)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Atlas of the American Revolution, published by the Naval History Division of the Department of the Navy in 1972 documents the 18th Century maps and charts which would have been utilized during the American Revolutionary War.
Atlas of the State of Delaware
by Beers, D.G. (1868)
1 oversize folder (1.5 linear feet)
The Atlas of the State of Delaware was produced from actual surveys by and under the direction of D.G. Beers, published by Pomeroy & Beers, 320 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1868. Featured throughout the Atlas, are maps of towns and regions notating landowners, rivers, borders, and transportation lines.
Atlas of Wicomico, Somerset and Worcester Counties
by Unknown (1877)
1 oversize folder (1.5 linear feet)
Original issue of the 1877 Atlas of Wicomico, Somerset and Worcester Counties, compiled, drawn and published from actual surveys by Lake, Griffing and Stevenson, Philadelphia, Pa. Printed pages within the atlas contains population statistics, a table of geographic distances, and tinted maps noting land owners, rivers, and roads.
Atwood Barwick collection
by Barwick, Atwood (1897 – 2010)
6 boxes, 1 oversize folder (6.25 linear feet)
The Atwood Barwick Collection consists of historical and travel materials accumulated by Atwood Barwick, a transcript of judicial records by Atwood Barwick, and a notebook by Arthur O’Donnell, dating from 1897-2010. It contains brochures, booklets, postcards and ephemera from historic sites in the United States, and booklets, catalogs, extracts, magazines offering insight into historical tourism in the United States from 1924-1984. The collection also contains magazines, newspapers, a transcript of colonial judicial records of Somerset County, Maryland, and a notebook on the First World War by a student at New York University in 1918 offering insight into nautical and United States’ history from 1696-1995.
Aubrey Bodine Prints
by Bodine, Aubrey (1972)
1 oversize folder (0.25 linear feet)
This collections consists of 6 Aubrey Bodine photograph prints made in 1972 depicting skipjacks on Deal Island, Choptank River oyster dredges, and other scenes around Maryland.
Audiocassettes of WCAO People's Report and Radio Presentation with Louis Goldstein
by Goldstein, Louis (1974 – 1977)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
Series of audio cassette tapes featuring weekly radio programs for the state comptroller, Louis L. Goldstein, 1976-1977. Topics featured from the include, "The Maryland Hall of Records", Thomas Jefferson and John Hanson", "Maryland State Parks", and a "Driving Tour of the Eastern Shore". Accompanying scripts for additional programs including the "Life of Thomas Johnson", and "Maryland's Four Signers" have been cataloged and is housed with the Nabb Research Center's non-circulating book collection, https://catalog.umd.edu/F/?func=item-global&doc_library=MAI01&doc_number=002206055&year=&volume=&sub_library=SU-NC
Avery W. Hall papers
by Hall, Avery W. (1853 – 1982)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
Avery W. Hall papers document Hall’s participation as a civic leader in Salisbury Maryland and surrounding regions from 1853-1889, 1932-1982 with the bulk of the material dating from 1945-1970. Hall’s leadership is identified through a series of political memorabilia including correspondence from Governor Millard Tawes and Presidents Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan. Also included in the collection are booklets from Avery W. Hall Insurance Agency relating to Peninsula Regional Hospital and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Project.
Aydelotte Family Association Bulletins
by Aydelotte Family Association (1931 – 1952)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Aydelotte Family Association Bulletins contains genealogical information on the Aydellotte family. Additionally, members collected facts and genealogical research articles from members of the family.
Azariah C. Pusey photographs
by Unknown (circa 2014)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Azariah C. Pusey photograph collection documents the life and death of Azariah C. Pusey, who served as a Private in the 1st Maryland Cavalry of the Confederate Army. The collection includes photographs of his tombstone and a portrait of Pusey. Images were created in 2014.
Azariah Pusey papers
by Pusey, Azariah (1851, 1875)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The papers of Azariah Pusey document the last will and testament of John Pusey, his grandfather, in which he was bequeathed a plot of land called Hog Quarter in Somerset County, Maryland, 1851. A corresponding survey documents the land from Friendship Church to the west side of the road and was completed in 1875.
Bailey Family collection
by Unknown (1861 – 1876)
6 folders (0.06 linear feet)
The Bailey Family collection contains Civil War-era letters and envelopes from the Bailey family from 1861-1876. It also includes brief genealogical information of the Bailey family, and James Lester Bailey's soldier record from internet sources.
Baker Family Collection
by Unknown (1800s)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
This is a small collection containing genealogical material of the Baker Family. Contained within is a detailed family tree, and a journal filled with Baker family members, their dates of births, and sometimes deaths. There are also a few fiscal documents regarding the Baker family, such as a catalog of tailoring requests and their costs. Some materials have been removed and placed in the vertical file in the reading room.
Baker Family papers
by Baker, Harry Farrell; Baker, Vaughn (1914 – 2013)
3 boxes, 2 oversize folders (2.5 linear feet)
The Baker Family papers document the personal and professional activities of Harry F. Baker and Catherine “Kitty” Baker and their children, Harry Jr., and Vaughn who lived in Salisbury, Maryland. The materials date from 1914-2013, with the bulk of the material, conveyed through photographs, dating from 1944-1955. Visually, the photographic images document the daily activities of the Baker Family, seen through the lens of Harry F. Baker. Also included, is a scrapbook and an expense book focusing on Kitty Baker’s art, Vaughn Baker’s Wicomico High School diploma from 1961 and an autograph book from 1955, an oral history by Harry F. Baker, and other ephemera. In addition, is genealogy research of the Baker Family, including manuscripts, a draft, ledger notes, and research notes by Vaughn Baker.
Baker Family Photograph Collection
by Unknown (1800s)
1 drawer (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains copies of sixteen 19th century tintypes and photographs of the Baker and Wright families near Denton, Maryland. The photographs are unidentified.
Ballot, Eighth Election District, Wicomico County
by Unknown (1895)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Official ballot for the eighth election district of Wicomico County for the election to be held November 5, 1895. The printed ballot features five individual nomination party tickets (Democratic, Republican, Prohibition, People's Party and Socialist Labor Party) with nominees such as Elihu Jackson for State Senator, and Thomas F.J. Rider for States Attorney.
Baltimore Steamboat photograph collection
by Lewis, Robert J. (1910 – 2014)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Photographic copies of passenger steamboats from Baltimore, Maryland, 1910-1965.Noted ships include, QUEEN ANNE, DREAMLAND, LOVE POINT, TOLCHESTER, PORT WELCOME, and EMMA GILES. Copies were created in 2014.
Baltimore Sun Magazine
by Baltimore Sun (1981, 1983)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
The Baltimore Sun Magazine was produced and included in the Sunday edition of The Baltimore Sun until 1996; the magazine featured a pictorial section on various topics and location of the state of Maryland. Specifically, photographs or photo-stories were featured in each edition. The March 22, 1981 edition, features the photographs of Peter M. Tilghman. Tilghman, a Crisfield native, depicts the town in various scopes including local businesses such as oyster shucking, dry goods at Horsey Brothers, a shirt factory, and an early Harley Davidson motorcycle shop. Smith Island, the people and the landscape are featured in the April 24, 1983 edition of the magazine. The corresponding description, authored by Tom Horton, recollects his encounters with the island residents from the late 1970s including Waterman, Jennings Evans, and Reverand Henry Zollinhoffer.
Bank of Salisbury Note
by Bank of Salisbury (March 4, 1848)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Bank of Salisbury Note contains a banknote valued at one dollar from the Bank of Salisbury, dated March 4th, 1848.
Bank of Somerset Collection
by Bank of Somerset (1917 – 1923)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Bank of Somerset Collection contains materials relating to the financial institution located in Princess Anne, Maryland. Included is a holiday greeting card, a Savings Book of Somerset County personal accounting book, pages from a ledger, checks, and tax receipts. All of these materials appear to have belonged to Lena M. Bennett.
Bankers Trust Company pamphlet
by Bankers Trust Company (New York City) (1918)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection contains a pamphlet from the Bankers Trust Company in New York City in 1918 entitled "Twenty Four Billion." The pamphlet analyzed American monetary aid for the First World War for which an estimated need of 24 billion dollars was projected.
Barbara Phillips Photograph Collection
by Flint, Annie Johnson; King, O. A. (1943 – 1945)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a photograph of the Wicomico High School reunion of the class of 1948-1949 along with photographs of the Phillips family.
Barren Creek Springs Cemetery Book CD
by Barren Creek Cemetery (1868 – 1917)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a CD-Rom of scans of Barren Creek Cemetery Book from 1868 to 1917. The original book is at the Adkins Historical Museum Complex in Mardela Springs, MD. The book contains the deceased's birth and death dates and place of birth and in most cases, cause of death as well as which plot that are buried.
Baseball in Crisfield collection
by Rhodes, Frnak (1926 – 1994)
1 folder (0 linear feet)
This digital collection was collected by Frank Rhodes and documents baseball in Crisfield, Maryland from 1926 to 1994, though primarily in the 1940s and 1950s and also includes a photograph of an 1892 team reproduced in a later newspaper article. The 86-image collection includes many photographs, including one of the Negro League team Crisfield Stars, newspaper articles, team stock certificates (including one for Parksley, Virginia), and written narratives, such as the 1994 article by Scorchy Tawes.
Baseball in Princess Anne Collection
by Chelton, Don (1936 – 1969)
1 folder (0 linear feet)
This 10-image digital collection was donated by Don Chelton and documents baseball in Princess Anne, as well as Salisbury, primarily from the 1930s and 1940s, but also includes photographs from the 1910s reprinted in newspapers decades later. Included are photographs of amateur and semi-professional teams, some of which individuals are identified.
Bates Family papers
by Bates Family (1873 – 1989)
2 boxes (0.75 linear feet)
The Bates Family papers document the family’s extensive history in Worcester County and Baltimore, Maryland through vital records of the Bates, Starr, Norris, and Murray families. The Bates family is also documented via court records, financial histories and photographs. Correspondingly, records also document the Methodist Protestant church in which the Bates family has been involved for decades; these include the correspondence and articles of Rev. Benjamin Alfred Dumm nephew of Rev. Laurence Webster Bates D.D. The materials date from 1873-1989 with the bulk of the material dating from 1893-1928.
Bay Street Property (Berlin, MD) Records
by Unknown (1840 – 2010)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
This collection contains various papers and histories related to the historic house on 16 Bay Street in Berlin, Worcester County, MD. The collection includes various photographs, compact discs containing maps, layouts, and histories of the Burkhead property, as well as miscellaneous histories, land and court records of Worcester County, MD itself.
Bayly Family papers
by Bayly, Alexander Hamilton; Bayly, J. Washington E.; Bayly, Josiah; Bayly, Julian (1706 – 1934)
37 cartons (47 linear feet)
The papers of the Bayly family extensively document the Cambridge, Dorchester County, Maryland family from 1706-1934, with the bulk of the material dating from 1820-1865. This comprehensive collection documents the lengthy legal and political career of Maryland Attorney General Josiah Bayly, as well as the prolific medical practices of his son, Dr. Alexander Hamilton Bayly. Simultaneously, the collection documents family education practices, and thoughts on the American Civil War through scrapbooks and correspondence. Leisure activities are observed through a variety of fictional publications from the Library of Select Novels, and the Shakespeare Quarto Illustrated. Additional printed materials include local and national newspapers, almanac’s, weekly satirical magazines, Godey’s Lady’s Book and Blackwood’s Edinburg Magazine.
Becky Sturgis collection
by Unknown (1873, 1898)
1 box, 1 oversize box (2 linear feet)
This collection contains a variety of research material relating to Worcester County, Maryland in the form of day and minutes books from the Berlin Academy and a local merchant as well as a copy of the March 1873 Democratic Messenger from Snow Hill.
Belle McCombs Jackson papers
by Bowen, Mark S. (1911)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Photocopied records of the marriage license of Clarence E. Schoble and Belle McCombs Jackson made on November 11, 1911 in the Wicomico County Circuit Court and a photograph of Ms. Jackson.
Belote Family History
by Unknown (1800s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Belote Family History Collection contains marriage, birth, and death dates for Belote family members. This collection also contains photographs of both Joseph and Elizabeth Phillips Belote, as well as their marriage certificate, issued in March 1865.
Bender Family Collection
by Unknown (1772 – 1970)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Bender Family collection details the ancestry of the author. The name of the author is not given to this collection, but her last name is Bender. The author starts with her ancestor from Adams County, Pennsylvania and traces it all the way until she moves to Salisbury, Maryland. The ancestry tracks the family's church involvement until her mother is born. Her mother was born, Evelyn Elizabeth Elliott, blind and married John Royston Green, another blind person. The two would raise the author and her brother through World War I, The Great Depression, and World War II.
Benjamin F. Taylor Diary
by Taylor, Benjamin F. (1918)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Benjamin F. Taylor Diary Collection contains two diary entries written by Private Benjamin F. Taylor during his service in the First World War. A brief history of Benjamin Taylor's time in the Army Ambulance Service is also given.
Benjamin Franklin Kennerly papers
by Kennerly, Benjamin Franklin (1868 – 1982)
1 carton, 1 oversize box (1.75 linear feet)
The Benjamin Franklin Kennerly papers document the extensive business background of one of Salisbury, Maryland’s mayors. Correspondences and receipts, as well as ledgers and checkbooks, record the personal and business interactions of a small-town businessman at the beginning of the twentieth century. Correspondence and receipts dated after his death, created by his family members and business partners, provide insight into the elongated process of receiving life insurance and selling off businesses. The papers also include family photographs, advertisements, and other business notes and materials. The papers date from 1868-1982 and include modern publications referencing B. F. Kennerly and subjects he found interesting.
Benjamin Marsh Diary
by Marsh, Benjamin F. (1841 – 1922)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Photocopied diary of Benjamin F. Marsh, (1841-1922), he was a native of Smith Island, Somerset County, Maryland. The diary documents Marsh's life on Smith Island along with national events from around 1900-1905. Transcribed by his daughters, Addie, Sadie and Sally.
Bennett High School Dedication & WBOC Booklet Collection
by Unknown (circa 1963)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Bennett High School Dedication & WBOC Booklet Collection contain a booklet from the dedication of Bennett High School in 1963. Additionally, this collection contains a WBOC booklet which includes details about the building and the staff.
Berlin Maryland Executors Public Auction Flyer
by Samuel T. Freeman & Co. (1951)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a flyer for the public auction of Glen Riddle Farms in Berlin, Maryland in 1951.
Bernie Sparks collection
by Caesar Rodney High School (1939, 1966)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Bernie Sparks papers document material culture of Delmarva in the early to mid-twentieth century. Documenting materials include a play program from Caesar Rodney High School in Camden, Delaware in 1939 and a magnetic tape reel of the 7th Annual Barbershop Show of October 1966.
Bert Thornton Collection
by Industrial Incentive Division, Navy Department; Slocumb, Jessie B.; United States of America, Office of Price Administration (1941 – 1965)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a ration book for Jessie Slocumb, a resident of Pocomoke City, Maryland, a booklet from the commissioning from the USS KITTY HAWK in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, a quick saver book from the Sperry and Hutchinson Company, better known as S&H Green Stamps, and a "Lest We Forget" booklet.
Bertha Adkins papers
by Adkins, Bertha (1950 – 2004)
1 box, 1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Bertha Adkins papers document the political life of Bertha Sheppard Adkins, originally from Salisbury, Maryland, 1950-1990. The bulk of the material encompasses Ms. Adkins political career when she attended the 1956 Republican National Convention in San Francisco, California. Materials include photographs of Ms. Adkins and noted politicians, newspaper clippings, magazines, and ephemera. Also included are promotional materials from the family business, E.S. Adkins & Company and printed materials about Ms. Adkins.
Bessie Holloway Papers
by Holloway, Bessie (1890 – 1988)
15 boxes, 5 oversize folders (18.5 linear feet)
The Bessie Holloway papers consist of personal papers, documents from the Samuel Chase Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, genealogical research files on the Holloway family (and relatives), and name indices. It is primarily comprised of handwritten notes and reproductions of documents related to Holloway family members, which were likely maintained to support her 1985 book, Holloways of the Eastern Shore and descendants near & far, 1066-1985 : including Adkins, Davis, Dennis, Godfrey, Hudson, Jones, Kenney, Long, Massey, Mumford, Parker, Parsons, Perdue, Shockley, Thompson, Wright, and others.
Beth Jackson Cemetery collection
by Jackson, Beth (1900s)
4 folders (0.04 linear feet)
The Beth Jackson Cemetery Collection contains contains cemetery records from Somerset and Worcester County. The cemeteries mentioned include Cokesbury United Methodist Church, Worcester County, Maryland; Quinton Church Cemetery, Pitts Creek Baptist Church, Salem Methodist Episcopal Cemetery, St. Mary's Episcopal Cemetery, Pitts Creek Presbyterian Cemetery, First Baptist Church, Bethany United Methodist Church Beverly Manor, Fleming Mill Road, Milburn Landing State Park, Cemetery of Sheephouse Road, Goodwill M. E. Cemetery, Mack Ward Farm Cemetery, Somerset County, Md.
Bethany Methodist Church Calendar
by Bethany Methodist Church (1952)
1 folder (2.5 linear feet)
A 1952 Bethany Methodist Church souvenir calendar. The calendar contains a brief history of the church.
Bethesda United Methodist Church records
by Bethesda United Methodist Church (1841 – 1992)
4 folders (0.04 linear feet)
This collection contains the following ephemera from Bethesda United Church in Salisbury, Maryland and includes: "A History of Bethesda Methodist Church 1841-1964," "A History of Bethesda Methodist Church 1841-1964, 1965-1976," "Sunday-School Rally Bethesda Methodist Protestant Church September 29, 1912," "Bethesda United Methodist Church" circa 1995, "Bethesda United Methodist Church, 1987," and "Bethesda United Church, Salisbury, Maryland:1841-1992."
Bethlehem Methodist Church Records (Taylor's Island, Md.)
by Bethlehem Methodist Church (1785 – 1978)
4 cartons (4.6 linear feet)
The Bethlehem Methodist Church Records document the membership and activities of the Dorchester County church, as well as Taylor's Island's Methodist congregation before the official church's establishment in 1858. This collection includes minutes from church conferences, membership rolls and congregation registers, and records from meetings, contribution records, Sunday school records, attendance lists, marriage licenses, deeds, and other material related to the church's history.
Better Dorchester Schools, Inc. Collection
by Better Dorchester School, Inc. (Undated)
1 box (1 linear feet)
This Collection contains a scrapbook covering the integration of Dorchester County, MD schools, records of the Better Dorchester Schools Inc., an organization dedicated to fighting the integration of schools. It also contains records of Better Dorchester Schools, Inc. - 1950's belonging to William Corkran and scrapbook regarding Better Dorchester School, Inc.
Betty Murrell Collection
by Murrell, Betty (1550 – 1986)
4 folders (0.04 linear feet)
The genealogies of several families are explored in this collection including the Willey, Wallace, Hargrave, Kfoury, Medford, Manlove, Bailey and others. Within the collection, there are land deeds, wills of people who had died, coat of arms for families that originated in England, and baptism records. All these families are able to trace ancestors to Accomack County, Somerset County, and Dorchester County.
Betty Murrell Collection
by Murrell, Betty (1815 – 2012)
1 oversize folder, 5 boxes (7.5 linear feet)
The Betty Murrell Collection spans from 1815 (copy) – 2012 and consists of Elizabeth (Betty) Gillis Murrell’s personal documents from her family and finances, local history books and records for the Salisbury and Delmar area, and genealogical research for local families. The collection also includes newspaper articles and a hand-drawn map of Parsons Cemetery in Salisbury, Maryland.
Betty Powell papers
by Powell, Betty McBriety; Thompson, G. Ray (1991 – 2013)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The papers of Betty Powell document her rich life as a lifetime resident of Salisbury, Maryland, from 1991-2013, and includes newspaper articles, photographs and memorials from her funeral service given by those to whom she was closest about her life with her husband Bob and her work at Deer's Head Hospital Center and Coastal Hospice.
Beulah and Clara LesCallette Postcard collection
by LesCallette, Beulah; LesCallette, Clara (1905 – 1921)
3 boxes (1.5 linear feet)
The postcards were exchanged between Miss Beulah and Miss Clara LesCallette and seemingly other family members from varying parts of the country during the early 1900's. Many of the postcards are either postmarked from or sent to Pocomoke City and Crisfield, Maryland. This collection contains a series of 757 postcards spanning the years of 1905 through 1921, the bulk of them being written and sent between 1907 and 1912. The illustrations on the postcards represent holidays, places, people, religious iconology and humorous situations. The majority have been written on, stamped, sent and postmarked, while few are in their original blank state. The collection also includes a postcard collector's scrapbook, a Christmas Card and a handwritten poem.
Bevans Family Collection
by Bevans, Roland (1600 – 1901)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Information on the Bevans family.
Beverly Mansion Collection
by Carper, Janice M.; Gordy, Joan; Sawin, Nancy C. (1985)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an academic paper on the subject of the Beverly Mansion located in Somerset County, Md.
Bicentennial Atlas financial records
by Wicomico Historical Society (1975)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection contains the 1975 financial records of the Bicentennial Atlas of Wicomico, Somerset, and Worcester counties that was originally published in 1876.
Bill of Sale of Licensed Vessel Collection
by Tilghman, David Clyde (1896)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a bill of sale for a licensed naval vessel under twenty tons. The bill of sale is designated to Allen and Anne Arnold for a ship named GEORGE WHEATLEY. The bill was issued on August 24, 1896. The collection also contains a clipping regarding David Clyde Tilghman who was a Snow Hill resident and Army Air Corp radio operator who died in a plane crash.
Birch Family History Chart Collection
by Unknown (Undated)
5 folders ( linear feet)
This collection includes five over sized family charts of the Martha Jane and Thomas B. Birch family line done in honor of Arlanta Birch Smack Dennis.
Bisker Family papers
by Bisker, Jerome (1933, 1955)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The collection consists of a 1933 program from Vienna High School, Vienna, Maryland; a 1936 and a 1965 program from Cambridge High School, Cambridge, Maryland; a 1955 program from Salem Methodist Church, Salem, Maryland, and a 1944 guidebook from Salisbury, Maryland, advertising businesses and listing residents serving in the military during World War II.
Bivalve, MD Ledger Collection
by Horner, Vernon (1916 – 1924)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
This collection contains two store ledgers from Bivalve, MD. The first, attributed to Vernon Horner, is dated 1916 and contains an index. The other ledger is dated from April 1922 to January 1924 but has no indication of an owner or author. This ledger is simply titled "Local Accounts."
Blackwell Library Collection
by Burnett, Mary K.; Dashiell, Cassius M. (1765 – 1965)
4 folders (0.04 linear feet)
This collection contains: Placecards and articles regarding airships, Pictures and clippings of airships, William Preston Lane Memorial bridge brochure, Picture of Franklin D. Roosevelt and his nurse, China clippings and pictures and articles and letters, Letter (march 24, 1934) The News Publishing Co. , Nov. 1873 Commission - John W. Laws, History of Stepney Parish (copy), To the glory of God in Wicomico, Tall ships in Baltimore .
Blanche Williams Smith papers
by Smith, Blanche Williams (1880, 2015)
7 oversize boxes (5 linear feet)
The papers of Blanche Williams Smith document her life as a resident and elementary educator of Maryland’s Eastern Shore from 1880-2015 with the bulk of the material dating from her years as a student at Frankford High School and the Women’s College at the University of Delaware, 1922-1931. Scrapbooks, created by her daughter Louise, document her family’s history dating back to the 1770s; other materials include yearbooks, journals and ephemera all-encompassing Blanche’s life Delaware and Maryland.
Blue Crab Advisory Panel Collection
by Blue Crab Advisory Panel (1967)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
This collection contains various correspondence and related documents for the Blue Crab Advisory Committee in the mid-1960s. The collection mainly centers around a meeting held December 13, 1967 on the mechanization of crab picking, and on the threat of commercial fisheries.
Blueprint of Newtown Historic District
by Wicomico County Planning and Zoning Commission (circa 1975)
1 folder (2 linear feet)
Blueprint drawing of Newtown Historic District created by the Salisbury, Wicomico County Planning and Zoning Commission to note properties in the district as historic or not as well as the physical designated use of the structure. The drawing features the streets within the district and the footprint of each physical structure.
Boarding of the Dependent Poor essay
by Guest, Geoffrey (June 1988)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Boarding of the Dependent Poor essay contains one 1988 essay from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh Student Geoffrey Guest titled "The Boarding of the Dependent Poor in British Colonial America". The essay focuses mainly on Somerset County, Maryland from 1724-1759.
Book of Cuts
by Tingle Printing Co. (circa 1920s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains "A Book of Cuts", by the Tingle Printing Company in Pittsville, MD. The purpose of this book was to show off different advertisements done in previous years by the Printing Company. While there is no date the checks in the back of the book are dated for some time in the 1920s.
Booklet of the Great March Storm
by Delaware State News (1962)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Booklet produced by the Delaware State News documenting the Great March Storm of 1962 also known as the Ash Wednesday Storm of 1962. Featured throughout the publication is a series of images with corresponding news reports on the storm's devastation throughout the coastal Delaware region including Lewes, Rehoboth, and Fenwick Island.
Booklet of the Purnell-Thomas Memorial Tennis Tournament
by Purnell-Thomas Memorial Tennis Tournament (2008)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
The multi-page booklet of the Purnell-Thomas Memorial Tennis Tournament provides information and photographs on past tournament winners and a comprehensive history of the tournament that began in the early 1980s as the Chris Thomas Memorial Tennis Tournament.
Bound Newspaper collection
by Unknown (1899 – 2007)
folders (234 linear feet)
The Bound Newspaper collection contains bound copies of Eastern Shore newspapers. Newspapers in this collection come from various locations on the Delmarva Peninsula including the Delaware coastal beaches, Sussex County, Ocean City (Md.), Salisbury, Pocomoke, and Longneck. Major newspapers in the collection are the Marylander and Herald, the Salisbury Daily Times, and the Salisbury Advertiser. Related materials can be found in the Unbound Newspaper collection (2018.044).
Boundaries of Delaware Papers
by Houston, John W. (1879)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a copy of the "Address on the History of the Boundaries of the State of Delaware" written by John W. Houston and published by the Historical Society of Delaware.
Bounds Family Papers
by Bounds, George A.; Bounds, George C. (1747 – 1941)
4 boxes (4 linear feet)
This collection contains records from the Bounds family from 1807 to the late 1930s. Series 1 through 4 contains postcards, newspapers, and other documents from different members of the Bounds family from the early 1800s into the twentieth century. The rest of the collection consists of documents of George Bounds, a businessman in the Hebron and Wicomico County area. These materials include real estate transactions, business correspondence, and other related records.
Bounds Lott Article
by Davis, Laura Ellen (April 25, 1982)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Bounds Lott Article contains an English essay titled "Bounds Lott" written by Laura Ellen Davis. This essay details the history of the property Bounds Lott in Wicomico County, and discusses the people who have lived there since its building. The essay speculates that Samuel Chase, one of Maryland's four signers of the declaration of Independence, had lived there. This collection details the land from 1670-1796.
Bounds Lott National Register of Historic Places Collection
by Bauman, Robert E.; Booth, Geo. C.; Murtagh, William J. (1977 – 1979)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains correspondence in the 1970s pertaining to Bounds Lott and its placement on the National Register of Historic Places list. Correspondents include Congressman Robert E. Bauman, Eilliam J. Murtagh, the Keeper of the National Register and George C. Booth of Salisbury.
Bounds-Vickers papers of Worcester County Historical Society
by Eversman, Merrill F. (1940s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection consists of printed material, ephemera, photographs and memobralia pertaining to George Repold Vickers IV and his wife, Martha Bounds. Included are Vickers family histories, Societies of Colonial Wars and of the Cincinnati applications and correspondence, dance recital programs, and kennel club ribbons.
Bountiful Ridge Nurseries Advertisement
by Unknown (circa 1950s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an advertisement for the new Devoe Pear circa 1950 by Bountiful Ridge Nurseries.
Bradley Family History Collection
by Bradley, Melvin James (2009)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection consists of a CD Rom containing a digital copy of Bradley Family: From the Colony of Virginia to the Province of Maryland 1636 To 1986 and Some Associated Families, written by Melvin James Bradley in 1986, as well as a family tree file and digital images of family photographs and research sources used.
Bradshaw Funeral Home records
by Bradshaw Funeral Home (1936 – 1942)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Series of photographic copies of records from Bradshaw Funeral Home located in Crisfield, Maryland documenting the funeral costs and burial services for the Sterling, Lawson, and Tyler families, 1936-1942.
Brady J. Dayton collection
by Dayton, Brady (1903 – 1997)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Brady J. Dayton Collection contains four types of materials: a copy of Dayton's memoir recounting events in his young life written in 1964, transcribed journal entries from his time in Russia and Turkey, scanned and printed images from the sketchbook he kept from 1904-1905 and a newspaper article from 1997 which discusses Dayton's participation in World War I. Dayton presents an idyllic childhood against a backdrop of poverty, describing the hard life of fisherman on the Eastern Shore. His entries from his early years in the Navy offer insight into the life of naval officers in the early 1900s, as well as how Americans were perceived abroad. Russia (particularly Tiflis (Tiblisi), the capital of Georgia) and ports on the Mediterranean are described in detail.
Branche H. Phillips collection
by Phillips, Branche H. (1931 – 1965)
2 folders (0.01 linear feet)
The Branch H. Phillips collection includes a scrapbook of newspaper clippings from Salisbury, Maryland from 1938 to 1952. The scrapbook was created for John Phillips Strudwick from his grandmother Branche H. Phillips. Additionally, there is a laminated scanned newspaper clipping of the Wicomico High School graduating class of 1931 from Salisbury, Maryland.
Brasure Family Funeral Announcement collection
by Unknown (1931 – 1939)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Brasure Family Funeral Announcement Collection contains two funeral announcements sent to the Brashure family of Millsboro, Sussex County, DE. The first card, sent to Mr. and Mrs. William Brasure, Sr. of Millsboro, DE, announced the funeral of Benjamin T. Atkins in 1931.The second card, sent to Mr. and Mrs. John Brasure of Millsboro, DE announced the death of Maud E. Marshall of Lewes, DE in 1939.
Brattan Taylor Store Ledger
by Unknown (circa 1850)
7 folders (0.07 linear feet)
This collection is comprised of an inventory and day books of the Brattan Taylor Store located in Mardela Springs, Maryland also known as Barren Creek. The store was owned by the Adkins family. The records document the Brattan-Taylor Village Store and are a series of ledgers which have been microfilmed and document the store's economic activities.
Brent Conner collection
by McCready, Benjamin H. (1861 – 1869)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Brent Conner collection contains information on the military service of Benjamin H. McCready of Accomack County, Virginia during the American Civil War. The records are photocopies of the originals culled from the Veterans Records Collection at the National Archives. Records include pension orders, discharge forms, correspondence, and a family tree connecting the Connors with the McCready family lines.
Brigadier General C. Mary Willis papers
by Ward, T. (1956 – 1995)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
The Brigadier General C. Mary Willis papers contain Army uniform instruction materials, Army song sheets, and oystering photographs.
Brigadier General Woodcock Biography
by Woodcock, Amos Walter Wright (circa 1960)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Brigadier General Woodcock Biography contains a biographical paper titled "The Life of Brigadier General Amos Walter Wright Woodcock". Amos Woodcock discusses his life, from his birth in Salisbury, to his serving in the Spanish American War, World War I, and World War II.
Brittingham Plant Farms records
by Brittingham Plant Farms (1897 – 2014)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
Brittingham Plant Farms records document the development of and retail practices of the wholesale plant company in Salisbury, Maryland. Company practices are documented with plant catalogs, advertisements, photographs and printed ephemera. The materials date from 1897-2014 with the bulk of the material dating from the company founding in 1945 through its demise in 1999. Also included are family and company histories written by Sylvia Brittingham Robertson.
Brown-Shores Marriage Certificate
by Carpenter, F. F. (October 7, 1900)
1 folder (2.5 linear feet)
This collection contains a marriage certificate for Ralph R. Brown of Deal Island and Isadora Shores of Rock Creek in 1900. Also included is Tom Price's 1959 progress report.
Buckingham Presbyterian Church Session Book
by Thompson, G. Ray (1790-1835, 2018)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
Transcription and photocopy of Buckingham Presbyterian Church Session Book 1, 1790-1835. The records document the session meetings including the name and subscriber of the pew, indicating the paid amount a member paid annually for the use of the pew for that year. Additional information includes baptismal records and the names of the ministers.
Burley's Cottage photograph
by Unknown (1980s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains one black and white photograph of Burley's Cottage in Worcester County, Maryland.
Burma (Myanmar) and China maps
by United States Air Force (1944)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Series of color topographic maps documenting the Myitkyina District of Burma (Myanmar) and the Yunnan Province of China, 1944. The maps were created by the 653rd Engineer Brigade of the United States Air Force.
Burton Family papers
by Barnidge, Bonnie; Kane, P. (2013)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Burton family papers document the genealogy conducted by Bonnie Barnidge and includes the earliest Burton family members from 1640 through her immediate family. Barnidge also includes a biographical note on Captain Theodore Burton, who captained the JESSIE W STAR and a print of the ship.
Business Ephemera
by National Deaf-Mute Sale Company; National Textile Company; Quaker City Life Insurance Company (1920s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection includes business ephemera from varying locations in Wilmington, Delaware and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, including a brochure from Quaker City Life Insurance Company, a packet of sewing needles from the National Textile Company and a sales envelope with sewing needles from the National Deaf Mute Sales Company.
Business Receipts Collection
by Dorman & Smyth Hardware Co.; Pusey, B. S.; Tilghman's Fish Mixture (1880 – 1925)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a series of receipts from the beginning of the 1900s. There are also vaccination cards and proof of payments. The following businesses are featured William B. Harvey Thoroughbred Guernsey Cattle, Dorman & Smith Hardware Co, Tilghman Fish Mixture, E.S. Adkins & Co, Philips & Legg, Diamond State Telephone Company, Toadvine & Son Fire Insurance, Charles R. Hayman, R. E. Powell & Co, Hartford Life and Annuity Insurance Company, Salisbury Building, Loan, and Banking Association, Rockawalking Canning Company, Peninsula General Hospital, Ulman & Sons Dealers in Fine Liquors and Lacy Thoroughgood.
C. Ercell Wimbrow papers
by Wimbrow, Ercell (1906-1968, 1997)
1 box, 1 oversize folder (0.25 linear feet)
The papers of C. Ercell Wimbrow document his experience as a member of the Wicomico High School football squad, and the subsequent class of 1917 reunion through a series of photographs, and newspaper clippings. Additional information about Mr. Wimbrow’s life as a resident of Salisbury, Maryland includes correspondence and invoices from the Wimbrow Company as well as photographic images, receipts and newspaper clippings, 1906-1968, 1997.
C. Kay Larson papers
by Larson, C. Kay (2000 – 2015)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The papers of C. Kay Larson document her extensive research into the life and writings of Anna Ella Carroll and other important figures from the Civil War era including Maryland Governor Thomas H. Hicks from 2000-2003. Documenting materials include photocopies of articles and correspondence written by Carroll, as well as images and references to her family’s home, Kingston Hall, located in Somerset County, Maryland.
C. Robert Withey Funeral Program
by Wicomico Presbyterian Church (July 7, 2003)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The C. Robert Withey Funeral Program contains a program pamphlet for the funeral service of C. Robert Withey (1914-2003) at the Wicomico Presbyterian Church on July 7, 2003. His body was to be interred at Parsons Cemetery in Salisbury.
C.L. Williams correspondence
by Williams, C. L. (March 4, 1897)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The correspondence of C.L. Williams, of Berlin, Maryland, contains a letter sent in 1897 to his niece, Mary W. Turping in Shellyville, Kentucky; the letter discusses family matters and Mary's schooling.
Caleb Calvin Cooper Family History collection
by Cooper, Caleb Calvin (1916 – 1961)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Caleb Calvin Cooper Family History Collection contains two items relating to the Cooper family. Included are a class photograph of Oakland School in 1916 and a journal written by Caleb Calvin Cooper when he was 87, recollecting his family's history in and around Surry, Virginia. Several people in the photograph are identified by a note card on the back of the mat board: Philip Cooper, William Cooper, Caleb Cooper, Joshua Cooper, teacher Mae Reddish and Charlotte Cooper.
Calendar Collection
by Chamberlin, Robert L. Jr; Copr 1979 Shaw-Barton; Washington, George (1925 – 1953)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an Automemories of the Nineteen Twenty-five, The Men's Shop, and an Farm Bureau Insurance calendars.
Cambridge Agricultural Society papers
by Cambridge Agricultural Society (1874 – 1903)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection consists of papers and ephemera related to the Cambridge Agricultural Society (also called the Dorchester County Agricultural Society) between 1874 and 1903. Included are ticket stubs from the society's fairs, a program for 1879 speed trials, and miscellaneous financial documents from Dorchester county.
Camden Avenue Architecture photographs
by Unknown (circa 2007)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Reproduction photographic prints of three houses that were once owned by prominent residents of Salisbury, Maryland, L.W. Gunby, William H. Jackson and William P. Jackson. All three of these structures are located on Camden Avenue.
Camden Avenue Photograph collection
by Watson, W. T. (1916)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Camden Boulevard Photography Collection contains photographs dated from 1916 of Camden Avenue homes and subdivision areas in Salisbury, MD. The photography book is titled "The Camden Boulevard Subdivision and The Camden Realty Co." The photographs were taken by W. T. Watson.
Camp Meade Souvenir Folder
by Chessler Company (Baltimore, MD). (circa 1914)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This souvenir folder from circa 1914 contains 16 photographs that depict men training at Camp Meade, which was located in Pennsylvania and was where many Maryland service members trained for the First World War.
Campbell's Soup Company (Salisbury, Md.) booklet
by Campbell's Soup Company (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Campbell's Soup Company opened a manufacturing plant in Salisbury, Maryland in 1946, after the company purchased the Phillips Brothers Canning Plant. Here, Campbell's canned Tomato Juice and Tomato Soup, also packed brined diced peppers and celery. The Campbell's Salisbury Plant Memories was produced at the end of the company's production to commemorate the 47 years of production on the Eastern Shore. The booklet features a brief history of the Campbell's Soup Company's production history in Salisbury and Pocomoke. Furthermore, the booklet features long-standing employees who dedicated their life to Campbell's.
Canning and Recipe Booklet Collection
by Tidewater Publishers (1950s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various canned goods recipes and advertisements from the 1950s.
Canning Labels (Dorchester County, Md.) collection
by Unknown (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Canning Labels (Dorchester County, Md.) collection contains printed reproductions of local canning labels from Cambridge and Vienna, Maryland. Items include Leonard's Tomatoes, Olympia Brand Bean with Pork, Phillips Vegetable Soup, Nature's Pride Sweet Potatoes, "Lark" Brand Tomatoes, Webb's Brand Tomatoes and Bob White Brand Tomatoes.
Cannon Ferry Ledger
by Neal, J.L. (1835, 1888)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
Cannon Ferry Ledger, January-December 1835. The Cannon Ferry Ledger details the transactions between customers and those operating the ferry. Mr. J. L. Neal was in control of the ferry and ledger circa 1885-1888, and his personal papers and business documents have been pasted into the ledger. The transcribed ledger is attached.
Captain John C. Palmer WWII Aviation Collection
by Palmer, John C. (1941 – 1946)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
This collection consists of World War II aviation material belonging to Captain John C. Palmer from 1941 to 1946. Included are four yearbooks "Wings Aloft" from the Lubbock Army Flying School in Lubbock, TX from 1943 to 1944, a pilot flight logbook from 1941 to 1945 and a flight record book from 1941 to 1946.
Captain William Edward Wheatley papers
by Wheatley, William Edward (1786 – 1921)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
The Captain William Edward Wheatley papers document the commercial activities of the Sussex County, Delaware merchant. Wheatley bought, sold, traded, and shipped quantities of wood (including planks and shingles), ashes, agricultural produce, and more to markets mostly in Baltimore and Philadelphia. Included are his correspondence from 1843 to 1873, mostly from merchants including his son William in Philadelphia; Laurel and Broad Creek, Delaware real estate indentures, deeds, and legal agreements that date between 1786 and 1884; twelve notebooks and ledgers documenting the repair of scows and Wheatley's trade between 1822 and 1862; business receipts dating between 1814 and1873; and printed ephemera and loose papers dating between 1854 and 1921. Three indentures relate to an 1862-1863 real estate transaction between Wheatley and an African American, Isaac Morris.
Carel Langeler collection
by Langeler, Carel (1847 – 1968)
3 cartons, 2 oversize boxes (5.25 linear feet)
The Carel Langeler collection includes a considerable number of publications from late-19th to early-20th-century American society. Of particular interest are several popular literary journals, monthly magazines for women and children, and influential national publications such as Harper’s Weekly and Pucks. These publications document contemporary social and political thought in the United States from a variety of perspectives. The majority of the materials were acquired by Carel Langeler from thrift and antique stores throughout the eastern United States during the mid-20th century. The collection also includes personal material relating to Carel Langeler and his immediate family.
Carey Church Records
by Bowman, George A.; Carey Church (1878 – 1982)
folders ( linear feet)
The Carey Church records contains information pertaining to the pastors and members of the Gumboro Circuit Parsonage in Delaware. The majority of the records detail baptisms, probationers, marriages that took place at the church from the late 1890s to the early 1900s. An alphabetical list of church members and a chronological list of pastors dating from 1883 – 1982 is present in the collection.
Carey Family collection
by Carey, Alfred B. (1863 – 1960)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Carey Family collection contains Civil War records for four brothers of the Carey Family. Included is a photocopy of a pension form, an invalid pension form, and government letters pertaining to pensions the Carey brothers were receiving. The collection also has photocopies of pension certificates all pertaining to the Carey brothers and those surviving them, and photocopies of photographs of the Carey brothers.
Carey Family Photographs
by Unknown (circa 1940)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Carey Family Photographs Collection contains photographs of Carey family members. The photographs take place in the early to mid-1900s in Fruitland, Maryland. The photographs are photocopies.
Carl Bessent Collection
by Bessent, Carl (1983)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a speech delivered by Carl Bessent regarding the Sons of the American Revolution John Smoot Chapter.
Carlton Tyne Tintype Photograph
by Unknown (1800s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Carlton Tyne Tintype Photo Collection contains tintype replica photographs of two women and one man, who are members of the Tyne family.
Carol Atkins Sherr Collection
by Sherr, Carol Atkins (1636 – 1949)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains genealogical information on the Atkins Family. It includes where Atkins members were born, who they were married to, where they were married, how many children they had, and where they moved to. There is also legal information about the members, such as foreclosures, and family members suing each other.
Caroline Gunby and Eleanor Gunby Watts papers
by Gunby, Caroline; Watts, Eleanor Watts (1845 – 1999)
3 boxes (1.5 linear feet)
The Caroline Gunby and Eleanor Gunby Watts papers document the travels and fifty year teaching career of Caroline Gunby and the genealogical research of her niece, Eleanor Gunby Watts. The eclectic collection from Somerset County, Md. dates from 1845 to 1999, with the bulk from 1920 to 1956. It includes a doctor’s bill for the treatment of slaves in 1845, historical records from St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Marion, Md., and Caroline Gunby’s cross-country travel diary from 1939.
Carolyn A. Lowman collection
by Lowman, Carolyn A. (1994)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Carolyn A. Lowman collection contains two essays written by Carolyn A. Lowman. The first essay is titled "The Baltimore Riots of 1861" and was written December 2, 1994. The second essay is titled "The Establishment of the Church of England" and was written December 9, 1994. The second essay details Reverend John Huett's work in Somerset County, Md.
Carolyn Adkins Collection
by Adkins, Carolyn (1870 – 1982)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
This collection contains research, photographs, family histories, and correspondence of those within Sharptown, Maryland from 1870 to 1982. Documents detail genealogy, businesses, and the development of the town.
Carolyn B. Kniceley papers
by Kniceley, Carolyn B. (1951 – 2005)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
The papers of Carolyn B. Kniceley are a comprehensive documentation of the class of 1951 Wicomico High School including their class activities such as officers and graduation along with their preceding reunions as well as reunions for the class of 1955 from Salisbury State College. Also included are newspaper clippings, photographs, and ephemera relating to Ms. Kniceley. The materials date from 1951-2005 with the bulk of the materials dating to 1981-2001.
Carolyn Waller Ballou Funeral Program
by Asbury United Methodist Church (April 27, 2009)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Carolyn Waller Ballou Funeral Program is a program pamphlet for the funeral services of Carolyn Waller Ballou at the Asbury United Methodist Church in Salisbury, MD in 2009.
Carriage Repair Shop Ledger
by Unknown (1860 – 1875)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Transcription and analysis of an accounting ledger from a carriage repair shop in Salisbury, Maryland, 1860-1875.
Carruthers Family Papers
by Andrews, Linda (1880 – 1960)
1 box, 2 oversize folders (0.5 linear feet)
The Carruthers Family Papers tell about the lives the Carruthers Family over three generations whom started in Cumberland, England and then migrated to the United States, where they first landed in Worth County, Missouri, then to New York, before settling down in Worchester County, Maryland. The collection includes print materials that feature the Carruthers Family throughout the 1880s to around the 1960s. All of the materials are in print or photo static copies of the original, and include accounts of various family histories, handwritten and typed correspondences, newspaper clippings, pamphlets, and other assorted materials. The collection is arranged in accordance to how it was received as well as in chronological order. The majority of the materials were acquired by John Carruthers’s great-great grandchild, Linda Janes Andrews.
Catching Shadows Exhibition records
by Dykeman, Marc; Nielson, Anne (2007 – 2012)
1 box, 1 oversize box (1.25 linear feet)
The records of the Catching Shadows Exhibition documents a series of oral histories and photographic prints recorded and produced by Marc Dykeman and Anne Nielson, 2007-2012, with a focus on Eastern Shore Native Americans from the Accohannock, Assateague, Nause-Waiwash Band of Indians, and the Pocomoke Indian Nation. The prints and oral histories were utilized to create an exhibition titled, “Catching Shadows: Tintype Portraits and Recorded Voices of 21st Century Native Americans Living on Maryland's Eastern Shore”. In addition to the aforementioned materials, there is a recording of the panel discussion held at and sponsored by the Queen Anne’s County Arts Council as well as a substantial volume of letters of support from Eastern Shore tribes requesting the use of the materials in an exhibit at the Smithsonian Museum of the American Indian.
Cathell Family Collection
by Cathell Family (1772 – 1996)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Cathell Family Collection contains genealogical information on the Cathell family. Included within is a booklet titled "Records of The Cathell Family". The book contains in-depth genealogy with multiple family trees. There are also newspaper clippings and personal notes that helped establish the booklet.
Catlin Postcard Collection
by Ulman Bros. (1910s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains seven postcards. Six of them contain various images of Delmarva that include Main Street in Nanticoke, Maryland, strawberry crates being unloaded in Roaring Point, and a steamboat docking in Roaring Point. These post cards all contain the text "Published by the Country Store, Roaring Pt., Maryland" on the front. The seventh postcard is a picture of Peninsula General Hospital, Salisbury, Maryland. It is addressed to Ms. Denalah Phillips.
Cato Family papers
by Cato, Joanna Hauk (1782 – 1980)
2 boxes, 1 oversize box (3.75 linear feet)
Cato Family papers document the family activities and lineage of the Cato and Wyche families of Greensville County, Virginia and Salisbury, Maryland spanning two centuries. Hand-drawn lineage charts as well as land deeds, account bills, correspondence, and photographs are included and document the extensive family ancestry.
Caulk Family Diplomas
by Maryland State Normal School; Wicomico County Board of Education (1923 – 1930)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
This collection contains two diplomas and a photograph from the Caulk family. Items include a 1923 Maryland State Normal School diploma given to Olive Evelyn Caulk, a 1924 Sharptown High School diploma given to Franklin James Caulk and a photograph of the 5th Annual Banquet of the Sigma Kappa Phi Sorority held on April 24, 1930.
Caulk Family Papers
by Emerson, Patricia (1910 – 1996)
0 folders, 2 boxes (1.15 linear feet)
The Caulk Family Papers have documents from circa 1910 to 1996. The majority of the documents within the collection are photographs, but it also includes correspondence and certificates. This collection shows the Caulk family's lives through images.
Cellar House Ariel Photograph
by Unknown (2000)
1 folder (2.5 linear feet)
This is an aerial view photograph of the Cellar House in Pocomoke, Worcester County, MD.
Cemetery Headstone collection
by Unknown (circa 2007)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Cemetery Headstone collection contains 62 photographic slides depicting headstones from cemeteries in Wicomico, Somerset and Worcester Counties, Maryland. The graveyards include Street Graveyard, Whatcoat Methodist Church Cemetery, Joshua Johnson Family Graveyard and the Hammond Cemetery. Locations of each cemetery are listed within the collection.
Century of Delineator Girls print
by Butterick Publishing Company (circa 1940)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Print of "A Century of Delineator Girls, 1824-1904," depicting women in differing types of ladies fashions from the 19th-early 20th centuries. The histories of Butterick Publishing Company and Delineator Magazine are is printed on the verso.
Chamberlin Family Papers
by Unknown (1919 – 1975)
4 folders (0.04 linear feet)
The Chamberlin Family papers contains information on the Chamberlin family. Included are photographs of members of the Chamberlin family, the birth announcement of Terrence Graham who was adopted by Bill and Terry Graham, and postcards to L. Waters Milbourne who lived in Baltimore, Maryland. Additionally, this collection contains a travel scrapbook from "Ralph, Bud, and Jim's" travels across the United States, the scrapbook includes photographs of Ocean City, Maryland. There is also various ephemera from Washington College, and ephemera from Ralph, Bud, and Jim's experiences while abroad. Additionally, there is a press announcement regarding Alexander Gray Jones's election to the Board of Washington College, a 1964-1965 directory to school officials and teachers of Somerset County, an invitation to the dedication of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and a pamphlet discussing the dedication.
Charles A. Holland, Jr. papers
by Holland, Charles (1940 – 1960)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
The papers of Charles A. Holland, Jr. document his military service with the United States Army Air Corps, 1941-1945. Mr. Holland’s military activities are documented via issued special orders, certifications, proceeding specifications, pay allowance and photographs. Also included are a series of hand-drawn political cartoons depicting his rank-in-file men and newspaper clippings.
Charles Bayly papers
by Bayly, Charles (1945 – 1946)
7 folders (0.07 linear feet)
The Charles Bayly papers contain correspondence between Charles Bayly and family/friends during his time in the service. Bayly is an Eastern Shore native and discusses his time in the War. There is also a weekly digest of the Salisbury Times covering the day's activities, dated April 24, 1945.
Charles C. Gelder Papers
by Simms, William (1938)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an inventory and the corresponding paper work from the estate of Charles C. Gelder.
Charles Chaille-Long collection
by Unknown (1645 – 1935)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Letter of Charles Chaille-Long was written from Charles in 1912. Additionally, there is genealogical information on the Long family, going through Charles Chaille-Long. The genealogical letter to the editor was to correct misinformation regarding the lineage of the Long family.
Charles Covington papers
by Covington, Charles (1822 – 2014)
1 carton, 2 boxes (2 linear feet)
The papers of Rev. Charles Covington document his enthusiasm for the Methodist church from 1822-2014 with the bulk of the material dating from 1950-1974. Over the course of his career, Rev. Covington obtained numerous bulletins, booklets and ephemera documenting the many Methodist, United Methodist and Methodist Episcopal Churches across the state of Delaware from Wilmington to Delmar and also includes those on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Also documented is military memorabilia from the time that he served as a United States Army Chaplin.
Charles D. Holland Oystering Photocopy
by Unknown (1890 – 1900)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a recent print of a photograph of Charlie D. Holland (1876-1953) oystering by the wharf circa 1890-1900 on Johnson's Bay near Girtletree, Maryland. Hog Island appears in background.
Charles E. Holloway papers
by Holloway, Charles (1903 – 1913)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
The papers of Charles E. Holloway documents a series of financial transactions from 1903 to 1913 through business and tax receipts, including transactions with George Bounds & Company, and other local Wicomico County, Maryland companies.
Charles Gilliss Family History Notes and Correspondences Collection
by Gilliss, Charles (1928 – 1934)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains a series of letters addressed to a Mrs. Bessie McAllen as well as a composition book full of Charles Gilliss' notes on the McAllen family history. The letters to Mrs. McAllen give an overview of everything Gilliss has found on her family line. The first letter dates 1932, and Gilliss informs her that on his initial perusal of the family line, he has found seven Levin Gilliss' living in the 1700s. Throughout the 1932 letters, he researches more into each Levin and begins to piece together their lives. In a 1934 letter, Gilliss informs Mrs. McAllen that both ancestors of hers, Levin Gilliss, and Captain Thomas Gilliss, were in the same company and battalion of MD troops in the Revolutionary War. It is evident in the 1934 letters that Mrs. McAllen has asked Gilliss to research her family line in order to solidify her standing in the D.A.R. The composition book that accompanies these letters are the personal notes and findings from Gilliss on the family line. The first half of the book includes handwritten copies of deeds and wills that Gilliss has found from the McAllen family members. The second half is mainly notes connecting certain family members, along with their birth and death dates. The very last pages of the notebook include more wills of McAllen ancestors.
Charles R. Short papers
by Short, Charles R. (1964 – 1967)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
Correspondence written by Charles R. Short, U.S. Navy Third Class Petty Officer deployed to Japan during the Vietnam War. His letters are written to Nancy Lee and Ellen P. Short of Cannon, Delaware from 1964-1967. Short writes about his struggles during induction training at Great Lakes Naval Training Center in Illinois, as well as his perception of women and women's roles. Once stationed in Japan, Short writes of his personal relationships with women including a romantic affair with a Japanese woman, Sumiko, of whom the family disagrees.
Charles Raymond Receipt Collection
by Raymond, Charles (1941)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Charles Raymond Receipt Collection contains four receipts from the Princess Anne Milling Company to a Mr. Charles Raymond. These receipts date from March to April 1941.
Charles Robert Virgil Hall collection
by Hall, Rob (1789 – 1987)
1 carton, 1 oversize box (2.5 linear feet)
The Charles Robert Virgil Hall collection documents various Eastern Shore families and their activities from 1789-1987, with the bulk of the records dating from 1885-1920. Eastern Shore communities are documented via land records, fraternal organizations, church materials including programs and the Journal of the Diocese of Easton, printed advertisements, family histories, and photographic prints.
Charles T. Fooks papers
by Fooks, Charles T. (1977 – 1993)
2 cartons (2 linear feet)
The Charles T. Fooks papers are the product of years of Fooks family genealogical research, 1977-1993, focusing on the Maryland and Virginia regions of Delmarva. The work, compiled primarily by Margaret Ellen Johnson-Fooks, includes Fooks connections to other families such as the Adkins, Downs, Johnson and Townsend families.
Charles Thornton collection
by Thornton, Charles (1995, 1995)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Charles Thornton collection consists of a 1995 draft of a research paper on John Tull, Worcester County shipwright, 1752-1820.
Charles Whayland Collection
by Unknown (1679 – 1936)
1 oversize box (1.25 linear feet)
The Charles Whayland Collection consists of land patents, indentures, surveys and plats, and other land records primarily related to land known as "Calcutta" from 1679 to 1936, many of which relate to Isaac Anderson. This Somerset County land was east of the Wicomico River near Upper Ferry road. Also included in the collection are two letters from 1862 and 1863 discussing shipping lumber to New York City and Alexandria and a 1929 Master's Certificate of Service of Sick or Injured Seamen.
Charlotte Cochran Carr American Civil War Scrapbook
by Cochran, Charlotte Carr (1862 – 1864)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
This collection consists of a single large bound ledger book re-purposed as a scrapbook, with news clippings concerning events during the American Civil War from 1862-1864. It was assembled by Charlotte Carr Cochran who lived in Stoney Point, Virginia from 1843 to 1920.
Chautauqua in Salisbury Collection
by Billek, Marion (1912 – 1930)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Chautauqua in Salisbury Collection contains a essay titled "Chautauqua and its Presence in Salisbury 1912-1930" written by Marion Billek. The essay discusses how Chautauqua started as an adult education program, and the role it played in the Salisbury Community between 1912-1930.
Chesapeake Autograph Collection
by Starin, Mary M. (1978)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains several letters about getting "The Watermen" chapter of the book "Chesapeake" autographed.
Chesapeake Avenue (Crisfield, MD) Plat
by Unknown (1867 – 1915)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
This collection contains a hand-drawn plat of Chesapeake Avenue (formerly Cemetery Avenue) in Crisfield, MD with related notes on deeds of the area ranging from 1867 to 1915.
Chesapeake Bay Ship Plans
by Unknown (1978-1988, 2002)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Reproduction ship plans from the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum of various types of boats used on the Chesapeake Bay. Plans include the skipjack ROSIE PARKS, the EDNA E. LOCKWOOD, a sharptown barge, a sailing rowboat, as well as different types of skiffs such as the Smith Island, Maryland, bateau and double ended. The plans date from 1978-1988 and 2002.
Chesapeake Bay-Bridge Tunnel Program Records
by Harrison, Albertis S., Jr.; Kellam, Lucius; United States Environmental Protection Agency (1964 – 1975)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection centers on the Chesapeake specifically the Bay-Bridge Tunnel and the 1975 findings and recommendations of the Chesapeake Bay Program.
Chincoteague Oral History collection
by Unknown (1977 – 1978)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Chincoteague Oral History collection contains 6 cassette tapes and a Compact Disc containing oral histories on the topic of Chincoteague history and the Steelman family.
Christ United Methodist Church collection
by Unknown (1935 – 1985)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Christ United Methodist Church collection contains two photos taken in the 1930s-1940s. The first photo is of the Smith family participating in a church picnic on Maddox Island in Somerset County, Maryland. The second photo is of the "Great House", the last house standing on nearby Fishing Island. According to the donor, the house was still standing in the 1950s. Additionally, this collection contains information on the history of Christ United Methodist Church.
Christian Education Movement Collection
by Unknown (1900 – 1911)
2 boxes (1.5 linear feet)
This collection contains numerous amounts of sermons and overviews of prayer meetings with dates ranging from 1900 to 1911. Each sermon and prayer meeting is headed with a quote from one of the books of the bible. There is evidence relating most letters to the Christian Education Movement in Virginia, however no name or identification of the writer(s) was found. The letters sometimes contained newspaper clippings. In a few letters the writer wrote in support of prohibition - writing to the government about the dangers of alcohol.
Christmas Advertisment collection
by Keystone Flashing Company; Matthews Poultry, Inc.; Somerset Painters and Decorators, Inc. (1950 – 1959)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Christmas Advertisement collection documents the type of greetings local Eastern Shore businesses would give to their customers; the velvet bound publications include holiday greetings and stories about Christmas, 1950-1959.
Christopher Moore collection
by Moore, Christopher (1938 – 2015)
1 oversize folder (0.2 linear feet)
This collection includes photographs and ephemera collected by Christopher Moore and document the development of Salisbury, particularly the Downtown Plaza and the “old” Salisbury Mall between 1938 and 1989 (with one bumper sticker from 2015).
Church Record of the Madison Circuit
by Delaware Annual Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church (1883 – 1939)
1 box (1.25 linear feet)
This ledger contains the church record of the Madison Circuit of the Delaware Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church, which was an African American church in Dorchester County Maryland that included Malone Church. While the Malone Church member lists, probationer lists, and minutes date between 1883 and 1939, the Madison Circuit baptismal and marriage records date between 1883 and 1893. These records include significant information about church members including places of residence and parent names.
Church Registers, Somerset County, Md.
by Unknown (1876 – 1877)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Photocopied pages from church ledgers in the Fairmount area, including Fairmount M.E. Church and Union Church from 1876 to 1877. Listed in the ledgers are weekend school attendance, salaries and amounts received from collections.
City of Salisbury Mayor's Office and City Council Photographs
by City of Salisbury (1989 – 2013)
1 oversize box (1.25 linear feet)
This collection includes 10 group photographs of the City of Salisbury Mayor's Office directors and City Council members from 1989 to 2013. The years included are: 1989, 1999, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2009, 2012, 2013.
City of Salisbury Public Works Scrapbooks
by City of Salisbury (1983 – 1996)
1 oversize box (1.25 linear feet)
This collection consists of two scrapbooks containing Daily Times newspaper clippings from 1983 to 1996 documenting the activities of the City of Salisbury's Department of Public Works. Included are clippings related to the Salisbury Zoo, marina construction, downtown and Westside revitalization, housing and environmental issues, and more.
Civil War Draft Notice
by Little, William M. (December 17, 1864)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Civil War Draft Notice contains a draft notice from the 20th ward, sent from William M. Little to Morris N. Oxford Sr. during the Civil War era. There is also a hand written letter in reply to the notice.
Civil War General Order No. 8
by Unknown (June 24, 1864)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Civil War General Order No. 8 contains a general order issued to the Union armies on June 27th, 1864. The general order was sent from the 8th Army Corps, stationed in Baltimore, MD.
Civil War Monument lithograph
by Unknown (circa 1880)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Mounted lithograph of the monument for the Thomas F. Williams who served in the William H. Watkins Regiment of the Eastern Shore Maryland Infantry Volunteers. The heavily ornamented monument, set in a serene park-like setting features a Columbia and History statuary along with statuary representing the Defense of the Stars and Strips as well as the United States Navy; also depicted are four reliefs of saying goodbye, patriotism, women's work, and the battlefield.
Civilian Conservation Corp. Photograph
by Exchange Studios (1935)
1 oversize folder ( linear feet)
Sepia-toned photographic print of the the Civilian Conservation Corps, Company 1228 from Milford, Delaware at Camp P-52. The men are depicted seated or standing in rows in front of a gabled board and batten structure. Printed on the bottom left of the image, "Camp Beauregard, Exchange Studio, Alexandria, La., May 25, 1935."
Claggett Society of Maryland collection
by Claggett Society of Maryland (1847 – 1917)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains photocopies of materials referring to the "Claggett Society of Maryland" and the mitre of Bishop Claggett from the Diocese of Maryland.
Clara Small papers
by Small, Clara L. (2003 – 2011)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Clara Small papers include a scholarly paper written by Dr. Small on "The Origins of Slavery in Maryland" on 28 January 2003 and a dedication ceremony program from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore's Jessie Cottman Smith Exhibit Room 14 April 2011.
Clarence W. Whealton papers
by Whealton, Clarence W.; Whealton, Daniel J. (1920 – 1935)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Clarence W. Whealton papers document his bank transactions, his income from his law practice and his personal investments in Wicomico County, Md., Sussex County, De. and Accomack County, Va. between 1920 and 1929 through a ledger. They also document his Lions Club membership and the grammar school education of Daniel J. Whealton II in Salisbury, Md. through certificates.
Clement I. and Mary O. Gaskill Collection
by Ralph and Gaskill, Incorporated (1956 – 1982)
2 boxes, 4 oversize boxes (7 linear feet)
This collection contains publications, blueprints, and scrapbooks of Clement I. and Mary O. Gaskill. The records relate to Ralph and Gaskill, Inc., a retail menswear store was located in Salisbury. The collection includes advertising and trade publications related to menswear, as well as store administrative records. The store advertised their "Name Brand" products heavily, and the materials include examples of print ads from brands such as Botany 500 suits, Stetson hats, and Haggar clothing.
Clifton Plantation Architectural Drawings
by Mullins, John (January 16, 1939)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
The Architectural Drawings of Clifton Plantation, drawn for Walter S. Carpenter, Jr., President of the DuPont Company, who had recently purchased the home located on the banks of the Manokin River. Renderings of the circa 1783 home were drawn by John F. Mullins, a registered architect from Wilmington, Delaware.
Cluck, Pluck and Luck documentary
by Oates, Michael (2015)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Digital videodisc featuring the documentary, "Cluck, Pluck and Luck: the Improbable Early History of Delmarva's Chicken Industry." The documentary, produced by Michael Oates and 302 stories, discusses the beginnings of the poultry processing industry on Delmarva and its present 5.1 billion dollar industry.
Clyde Gilbert Truitt collection
by Truitt, Clyde Gilbert (1916 – 2011)
1 box, 1 folder (0.25 linear feet)
The Clyde Gilbert Truitt collection includes numerous photographs, documents, newspaper clippings, and handwritten information cards detailing Clyde G. Truitt’s military service in World War I. Other local men’s military careers are also included in this collection, but the main focus of the collection is on Clyde Truitt. Information surrounding Clyde’s family is present in the collection. Documents pertaining to Truitt’s family include birth certificates, wedding announcements, report cards, and other genealogical documents. A vast majority of the collection is made up of photographs. Half of the photographs detail Truitt’s military experience, while the other half depict the Truitt family, the Truitt family home, and Clyde’s career with the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company.
Clyde Twilley papers
by Twilley, Clyde (1940 – 1960)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Ephemera of Clyde Twilley including a business card from Tull and Jones, a Salisbury, Maryland automotive repair shop; a basket sign for Evergreen Brand Broccoli grown by Mr. Twilley, a 78 RPM demo from Watson's Smoke House, and a copy of Friends magazine, May 1940.
Coalition to Protect Maryland Burial Sites Photograph
by Unknown (2000s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a photograph of former Maryland Governor and Comptroller William Donald Schaeffer. The photograph was taken to commemorate an awards ceremony involving the State of Maryland Coalition to Protect Burial Sites.
Coast Guard Station photographic print collection
by Unknown (2010s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Series of coast guard station photographic post card prints documenting the stations of Ocean City, Md. and Virginia Beach, Va.
Cokesbury, Hollands, Williams and Curtis Church Records
by Phillips & Hunt (1881 – 1884)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains photocopies of church records relating to Cokesbury, Holland's, William's and Curtis Churches in Somerset and Worcester Counties from 1881-1894. These records include members, pastors, classes, marriages and baptisms.
Cold War Era Publications
by Various (1961 – 1977)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
This collection contains several newspaper issues and publications related to Cold War events and their effects in the Delmarva and Mid Atlantic region. Included are a Time-Life publication about setting up the 1964/1965 New York World's Fair, an Office of Civil Defense publication on "Family Shelter Designs," Baltimore Sun issues from 1962 special on "Inside a Titan Missile Base" and "Eastern Shore Space Shot," Philadelphia Inquirer issues from 1961 on the "Crisis in Berlin" and "Rockets and Space," and a Baltimore Sun issue from 1977 about the "Winter of 1977."
Collecting Delaware Books collection
by Reid, John P.; Shields, Jerry A. (1935 – 1998)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Collecting Delaware Books collection contains two articles of the “Collecting Delaware Books” magazine. The articles included are "What Hath 'Gath' Wrought?: A Collector Looks at George Alfred Townsend's Works", written by Jerry A. Shields, and "Jerry A. Shields 1935-1998: A Tribute", written by John P. Reid.
Colonial Williamsburg Printed Material Collection
by Unknown (1954 – 1957)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
The collection consists of various printed material relating to Colonial Williamsburg. Included are a typed book entitled "The Interpretation Philosophy of Colonial Williamsburg", authored by Edward P. Alexander. The book is 55 pages long answers the "why" and "how" questions about Colonial Williamsburg. Examples include a section on why Williamsburg has been restored; another involves what should be taught at Williamsburg. There are seven sections in the book. The Collection also contains a number of books on Colonial Williamsburg from the 1950's.
Commercial National Bank of Snow Hill check
by Timmons, C.L. (November 22, 1939)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Commercial National Bank of Snow Hill check contains a written check dated November 22, 1939, and issued by the bank in Snow Hil; the check was written by C.L. Timmons for William T. Cherrix.
Community Entertainment programs
by Community Players (1968 – 1981)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Community Entertainment programs document the activities of the Community Players of Wicomico County, Maryland in 1968 and 1981, as well as the concert of pianist Thomas Schumacher in the season of 1972-1973.
Company E, 4th U.S. Colored Infantry photograph
by Smith, William Morris (1863 – 1865)
1 oversize folder (1.5 linear feet)
Reproduction black and white photographic print of Company E, 4th U.S. Colored Infantry photograph pictured at Fort Lincoln.
Comparative Wealth Analysis of Maryland collection
by Salisbury University Students (1998)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The work expressed in this collection documents the wealth found in Maryland during the colonial period. It is the result of research begun by Salisbury University students as part of a graduate course on 17th century Delmarva History using Skinner’s inventories. The following is taken directly from meeting notes found in the collection. The research began in the 17th Century Delmarva History graduate course in June, 1998 will provide a jumping off point for further analysis of provincial Maryland and her regional parts. The inventories, as they were compiled in Skinner’s abstracts for the years 1670 – 1700, were organized by the 12 existing counties of the period and further broken down alphabetically, chronologically and by decanting wealth.
Comprehensive Guide for the Development of the City of Salisbury and Wicomico County
by Unknown (1961)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Comprehensive Guide for the Development of the City of Salisbury and Wicomico County documents the plans made in 1961 for the urban development of Salisbury and its effects on Wicomico County, Maryland. The bound book includes plans for 40 years of development and economic stimulus, as well as urban engineering.
Confederate Bank Note collection
by Unknown (1861 – 1954)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Confederate Bank Note collection documents the Confederate and individual southern states' monetary culture during the Civil War, spanning 1861-1866. There are also bank notes from Germany, Canada, The Netherlands, and Bermuda spanning from 1914-1954.
Constitution of Maryland Booklet
by The Secretary of State of Maryland (1957)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a booklet entitled "Constitution of Maryland with Amendments to January 1, 1957 and Constitution of The United States of America." The booklet was created with the help of then Governor of Maryland, Theodore R. McKeldin, the Secretary of State of Maryland, and editing by the Department of Legislative Reference.
Corinne Les Callette Collection
by Homer, Charles C.; Warner, L. F. (1914 – 1919)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a copy of the Epitome: Chesapeake Lodge, No. 147 1919 located in Crisfield, Maryland and a copy of the Christmas sermon of Rev. L. F. Warner at the Bethesda Methodist Protestant Church in 1914.
Costen Station-Quinten Neighborhood collection
by Shivers, George (1900 – 1905)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains one newspaper article on the Costen Station area in Wicomico County. Also included is a family photograph representative of the Quinten Neighborhood somewhere between Dublin and Costen Station.
Costons Station Postcard
by Unknown (circa 1910)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Costons Station Postcard contains a photograph of Costons Station in Somerset County, MD made into a postcard c.1910-12. The postcard is of a group of people on the front porch of the station.
Coulbourne Family History Collection
by Unknown (1850 – 1990)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Coulbourne Family History Collection contains genealogical information regarding the Coulbourn Family. The documents date back to Joshua James Coulbourne, (1850-1926). The information details obituary records of family members, along with family bible information about the lineage detailing birth and death dates.
Coulbourne Family papers
by Coulbourne Family (1834 – 1866)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
This small collection of nineteenth century documents is comprised of a number the land records, receipts and wills of two generations of the Coulburn family: Elijah (d.1853) and Hetty Coulburn (d.1865) and their son Sampson , all of Worcester County, Md. Elijah and Hetty lived on a parcel of land known as “Dower,” and upon Elijah’s death, the land was deeded to her son, who owned a number of parcels of his own in Worcester County, including “Fox Harbor.” In 1854, Sampson received a patent to consolidate a number of his properties as one. These include parts of “Golden Purchase,” “Sod,” “Bevan’s Choice,” “Aquintico Savannah” and “Greenland.” Sampson was the executor of both Elijah and Hetty’s estates. Throughout the collection, the name Coulburn appears in a number of variations: Colburn, Coulburn and Coulburne. For example, the payments made on Hetty Coulburn’s estate include two different spellings of her name: Coulburn is spelled both as Coulburn and Colbourne. Spelling issues also arise in the overlapping spellings of Sampson and Samson, who may or may not be the same person. The receipts of Sampson Coulbourne (Colbourn)
Coulbourne Farm Collection
by Unknown (1906 – 2006)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection consists of material pertaining to Coulbourne Farm in Pocomoke. Included are photographs of the house and a gravesite of Madam Hampton and a 1906 letter dictating provenance.
Coventry Parish records
by Coventry Parish (1747 – 1847)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The records of Coventry Parish document the early Episcopal church's activities, located near Marion Station on the Pocomoke River in Somerset County, Maryland. Records are comprised of birth, death and marriage records as well as Vestry meeting minutes, 1747-1847 with the bulk of the records dating from 1772-1820. Records have been digitized; original parish records are maintained by St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Marion Station, Md.
Covington Family papers
by Unknown (1792 – 1880)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
The Covington Family Papers contain original documents on will abstracts, land deeds, and correspondence of members of the Covington family who resided near Snow Hill, Maryland. A majority of the documents date from the 19th century.
Craig O'Donnell Collection
by O'Donnell, Craig (1941 – 2020)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
The Craig O'Donnell Collection consists of one folder of both historical documents and written histories. Included are: correspondence between 1941 and 1945 of the Hitchens and Stewart families of Capeville, Virginia (Laura Hitchens Cherpak, Poppa Sally Hitchens, Aunt Minnie, and Ann H); a 2000 letter from genealogist Matthew Wise with a family tree documenting royal family lineage; a 2006 publication from Kent County News (Maryland) entitled "Tales of Kent County"; a 2020 publication entitled "Confederate Photographer on the Eastern Shore: The Story of Col. John M South" by Kevin Hemstock.
Crisfield Budget and Audit records
by Unknown (1940 – 1955)
4 folders (0.04 linear feet)
The Crisfield Budget and Audit records contain a series of audits for the city of Crisfield, Maryland, 1951-1955; additional materials include the city's yearly budget information from 1940-1952.
Crisfield High School Scrapbooks
by Crisfield High School (1935 – 1993)
4 oversize boxes (5 linear feet)
These seven Crisfield High School scrapbooks document high school activities and student achievements from 1935 to 1993. The three earliest scrapbooks focus on the Spinning Wheel Club and the Future Homemakers of America which seem to go hand in hand. The later scrapbooks focus on Crisfield High School sports and the daily events of the high school. These scrapbooks include mainly newspaper clippings but also includes event programs and flyers.
Crisfield High School Senior Class photograph
by Unknown (1934)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Sepia-toned photograph of a group of students gathered in front of Crisfield High School. Hand written on the original frame backing, "Senior Class, Crisfield, 1934, 'A' Academic Course, 'G' General Course, 'C' Comercial Course, John Handy, A; Norman Maddox, C; Alton Cullen, C; William Howard, C; Earl Owens, C; James McGrath, G; Arthur Maddix, C; Richard Crockett, C; Thomas Ward, C; Franklin Ward, C; Lee Roy Carson, G; Ada Sterling, C; Anna Lawson, C, (Mrs. Willie Ford); Pauline Johnson, A; Louise Morris, A; Kathleen Tull, A; Louise Dize, C; Mary Daugherty, C; Mazie Stealing, C; Ruth Elaine Holland, A; Ira Todd, A; Daniel Slager, A; William Byrd, C; Kathleen Cox, C; Nina Byrd, C; Ruth Whelton, C; Vera Peyton, C; Lois Kelly, A; Ewell Daugherty, C; James Tawes, A; Vivian Dixon, G; Frances Hurley, C; Irene Field, C; Julia Holland, C; Gertrude Ford, C; Mary Ruth Sneade, A; Frances Justice, C; Mildred Evans, C; Thomas Landon, A; Stanley Laird, C (Not in Picture); Class Flower: Red and White Roses; Class Colors: Red and White; Class Motto: Don't Stare Up the Step, Step up the Stair; Class Song, Crisfield Pride; Officers of '34: President, Thomas Landon; Vice President, Daniel Slager; Secretary, Ruth Whalton; Treasurer, Ewell Daughtery; Senior Teacher: Miss Adams; Home Room Teacher: Mr. Carrington; Principal: Mr. Coolson."
Crisfield Traditions in Time Collection
by Crisfield Heritage Foundation; Edward H. Nabb Research Center; Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art (2003 – 2004)
3 boxes (1.5 linear feet)
The Crisfield Traditions in Time collection was created during a program undertaken by the American Folklife Center field school for cultural documentation and cosponsored by Salisbury University and the Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art. During this summer 2003 field school, folklorists interviewed, photographed, and collected materials from residents of Crisfield, Maryland to document the maritime arts, tradition, and history. The project created 46 audio tapes, over 800 photographs, and extensive field notes (and participant releases) during interviews with seafood-business owners and workers (including Spanish speaking migrant workers from Mexico), schoolteachers, watermen, city officials, religious leaders, truck drivers, parks and marina managers, and boat captains. The collection is one of two copies and originals are kept with the Ward Museum.
Crisfield-Dennis Families papers
by Bunting, Josh (1880s, 2016)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Photocopies from the Crisfield-Dennis family Bible which records the births and deaths of the family from Crisfield, Maryland. Copies of family photographs are also included with images of Sally Handy Crisfield, Philip Crisfield Dennis, and Mary W. Crisfield. All materials were copied in 2016 but were created in the late 1880s.
Cropper and Esham Family History CD
by Cropper, Reese (1960)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a gedcom of family histories - Cropper & Esham families of Worcester County, Maryland.
Crumbacker Family papers
by Girl Scouts of America (1960 – 1963)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Crumbacker Family paper document their children's activities in the local Brownie troop division of the Girl Scouts of America through the handbook and photographs as well as class participation in the Campus Elementary School at Salisbury University, 1960-1963.
Culver Family papers
by Culver, John Philip; Culver, Merrill Gordy (1922 – 2014)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Transcription of the World War I diary of Corporal Merrill Gordy Culver who documented his experience from registration at the Atkinson Voting House in Worcester County, Maryland to his transport aboard the SS MESABA and his service as a gunner who served in various locales throughout France. Also included in the transcription are copies of the letters and cards Corp. Culver sent home to his wife, Lillian, 1917-1919. Culver's wife, Lillian documented her life in an oral history from her birth in 1898 in Philadelphia to the family's move to Salisbury in 1904 and her continuing life and education. The oral history was given to their son, Merrill Gordy Culver III., in 1992. Digital photographs and digital transcriptions of Mrs. Culver's diaries from family vacations are also included.
Cypress Swamps in Maryland and Delaware Essay
by Smith, Samuel H.; Smith, Thomas (1797)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an essay originally published in 1797 in the American Universal Magazine entitled "Description of the Cypress Swamps in Delaware and Maryland States".
D. Page Elmore papers
by Elmore, Page (1932 – 2011)
6 boxes, 1 oversize folder (7.75 linear feet)
D. Page Elmore, an Eastern Shore Native and member of the Maryland House of Delegates, as well as a prominent businessman who was the CEO of Shore Disposal, Inc. Records reflect his efforts to support the local communities as well as reflect his personal life.
Daily Times Collection
by Daily Times (Salisbury) (1950 – 1980)
3 boxes (0.75 linear feet)
This collection consists of photos and news clippings from the Salisbury Daily Times from about 1950 to 1980. Many of the photos do not have exact dates. The majority of the photos are head shots used for articles, but also included are photos of Salisbury and Wicomico County locations.
Dale Wimbrow Collection
by Wimbrow, Peter Dale (circa 1923 – 1933)
2 folders (0.5 linear feet)
This collection consists of two items from musician Peter Dale Wimbrow: a circa 1923 LP with recordings of "Just Around the Corner" and "When Old Pete Daly Plays His Ukulele Down in Whaleyville" and a miniature painting of Arizona desert dunes by Wimbrow in 1933.
Dan Brown collection
by Brown, Danny (1896 – 2007)
2 boxes (0.75 linear feet)
The Danny Brown collection consists of ephemera and documents related to the history of Salisbury, Maryland and the Delmarva Peninsula with items dating from 1896 to 2007 (the bulk of the materials range from 1908 to 1996). Included in the collection are two general or hardware store ledgers dating from 1908 to 1920, business and political advertisements, event programs, postcards, photo reproductions, newspaper clippings, and writings about Salisbury's history. Also included is a handwritten list of canneries along the Nanticoke River.
Daniel Family Collection
by Unknown (1780 – 1977)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Daniel Family collection contains genealogical history of the Daniel family. The main focus is on Travis Daniel, Mary Wallace, and David Wallace, of Somerset County, Maryland in the mid 1800s. Along with a family history, there are wills and deeds for the three people mentioned.
Darrell Middleton pamphlet
by Unknown (1999)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The pamphlet by Darrell Middleton, titled "Its History: An Account of the Destruction of the Historic Church at Third and North Streets in Milford, Delaware." The pamphlet was created in response to save the remnants of the church as a historical landmark in 1999.
Darrin Lowrey Talbot County Photography Collection
by Unknown (1907 – 1908)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection, dating from 1907 to 1908, contains various photographs of families in Talbot County and possibly of the Rich Neck Manor of Claiborne, MD. Among the photographs is the steamboat Leander Choate going through the locks.
Dashiell and Allied Families Collection
by Unknown (1890 – 1995)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
This collection contains vintage photographs of the Dashiell and allied families - Zink, Murray, Hassfurther/Shield, Mosley, and Ennis; along with some assorted, loose papers that are in correspondence to the late 19th & early 20th century.
Dashiell Family collection
by Clay, Anne Kennerly Morris; Dashiell, John Jay (1865, 1990)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Dashiell Family collection contains a typed transcription of correspondence written by John Jay Dashiell of Tyaskin, Maryland in 1865 to his brother, Benjamin at the end of the Civil War. In addition, there is information about John Jay Dashiell farm at the head of Wetipquin Creek. Some of the information has been collected by Anne Morris Clay.
Dashiell Family Pension records
by Lemon, George E. (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Photocopied record of pensions issued for the Deshields / Dashiell family members who enlisted in the United States Colored Infantry during the Civil War.
Daughters of the American Colonists, Old Sommersett Chapter collection
by Unknown (circa 1990)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Daughters of the American Colonists Old Sommersett Chapter collection contains two documents, a tribute to Grace Atkinson Morris and the bylaws of the Old Sommersett Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Colonists of Princess Anne, MD.
Daughters of the American Revolution, Samuel Chase Chapter
by Daughters of the American Revolution (1900 – 2007)
4 boxes, 1 oversize box (5.25 linear feet)
Records of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Samuel Chase Chapter, of Salisbury, Maryland, document the organization’s activities, including community involvement and administrative duties of the officers, from 1933-2007, with the bulk of the material dating from 1972-1977. Social functions, educational programs, and community engagement efforts of the chapter’s members are documented through meeting minutes, financial records, membership data, as well as scrapbooks, photographs, and newspaper clippings. Published materials from the state and national chapters are included throughout the collection.
David Allen Deed to John Jefferson
by Allen, David (1835)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a land deed for the property named 'Incloset' dated 1835 from David Allen to John Jefferson.
David Briddell photograph collection
by Briddell, David W. (circa 1970 – 1980s)
3 boxes (3 linear feet)
David Briddell is a retired United Methodist minister who served 40 years of combined ministry as a local church minister in Maryland and Pennsylvania, and as an executive with the General Board of Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church and the Nation Council of Churches of Christ. This collection consists of Briddell's photography taken in countries within Asia (Philippines, Korea, Japan, Thailand, India, Israel), Africa, and Europe (Germany, Italy, France, Netherlands). Also included is a 16mm film of the 1963 Senegalese film, Borom Sarret.
David Grier collection
by Grier, David (1918, 1996)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
This collection contains objects, print and books dedicated to those who served in World War I and World War II. The first part of the collection is a history of the 29th Division. The 29th Division was comprised of National Guard units from Maryland, Delaware, Virginia and Pennsylvania who served in World War I. The roster accompanying the collection is for Company I of Salisbury, MD and dates to October 8, 1918. David Grier’s father was a 2nd Lt in Company I. The uniforms and objects in this collection belonged to Alice Nelson Mitchell. Mitchell was a 1st Lieutenant in the Army Nurse Corp during World War II. David Grier is the son-in-law of Alice Nelson Mitchell. The top hat in this collection was sent by Captain Lee Donald Smith to Bette Grier Graham during World War II. The names on the hat reflect the many places visited by Captain Smith.
David J. Ward papers
by Ward, David (1951 – 1961)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Series of documents on US Congressman and Salisbury, Maryland native, David J. Ward, 1951-1961. Records document Ward's life after retirement from the United States Congress through a series of newspaper clippings and photographs.
Davina Grace Hill Collection
by Davina Grace Hill (1975 – 2010)
1 folder, 1 folder (1.5 linear feet)
The Davina Grace Hill collection ranges from 1975 to 2010 with the primary bulk of the content focused on 1980-2006. the collection contains the personal and professional documents of Davina Grace Hill as well as organizational records from the Salisbury Wicomico Arts Council
Deal Island ephemera collection
by Edwards, Henry Shad (1920 – 1940)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains checks from the Deal Island Bank from the 1920s through the 1940s, a newspaper article highlighting the community of Deal Island, and deeds from Albert Davis and Elijah Holloway.
Deal Island Photographs
by Wade, Jeff (circa 1938)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains two photographs taken around 1938 by Jeff Wade of the American Oil Company. The photographs are of oyster boats and a view from an unidentified marsh on Deal Island.
Dean Kotlowski Civil Rights Collection
by Kotlowski, Dean (1915 – 2005)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
This collection contains newspaper clippings, transcripts, correspondence and audio tape cassettes. The material in the collection tells the story of Aloysius Sheppard an 18 year Black American accused and convicted of rape who was subsequently lynched in 1915 in Caroline County, Maryland. The collection also covers the political climate regarding the subject of Civil Rights in 1963 through presidential recordings and partial transcripts obtained from the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library. Additional materials include documents on the Nanticoke Native Americans and Assateague Island National Seashore.
Deborah Underhill Collection
by Anderson, Robert; McCarty, John (1960)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a copy of the menu from Warren's Family Restaurant located in Fenwick, Delaware, ephemera from the Nanticoke High School Reunion from 1960, facts and figures from Nanticoke High School which contains biographical information from the students who graduated in the 1920s-1940s.
Deborah Underhill collection
by Salisbury Chamber of Commerce; Schaefer, William Donald; Tawes, J. Millard (1950 – 1992)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Deboard Underhill collection includes hotel brochures for differing places of stay in Ocean City, Maryland including post cards as well as a pamphlet on Nanticoke High School Reunion in 1985, a summer 1987 guide to the Delmarva Peninsula and a pamphlet of all the historic sites in Maryalnd, and highway maps of the state of Maryland and Wicomico County. Also included are a series of property survey maps for the lands owned by Phyllis Harris and Deborah Underhill in Nanticoke, Md.
Deborah Underhill Collection
by Underhill, Deborah (1948 – 1970)
2 boxes (2.5 linear feet)
This collection contains photographs, newspaper articles, postcards, menus, a high school yearbook, high school diploma, family history information and a variety of local information. The photographs in the collection are from the early 1900s, and include houses as well as people. The newspaper articles date from 1948 to the 1970s and are about a variety of topics. The earliest article is a sale advertisement for a house in Salisbury, Maryland. Ocean City postcards from around the 1970s show hotels and aerial views of Ocean City. There are also menus and postcards from restaurants in Ocean City. The Wicomico High yearbook, from 1927, includes pictures of the freshman, sophomore, junior and senior class. Two high school diplomas from Wicomico County from 1920 and 1926. Farm records, shareholding records and family books give insight to the life of a family living around the Lower Eastern Shore. Finally this collection includes a number of pens and pencils listing the names and addresses of local businesses. As well as information on the local Salisbury baseball team in 1948, local campaign items and cards from local attractions.
Deed of Land for James Brown
by Unknown (1846)
1 oversize folder (1.25 linear feet)
This indenture was recorded in 1846 and documents a deed of land for James Brown, a free African American of Somerset County, from Washington and Julia Melson of Talbot County. Part of the land came out of "Robertson's Swamp" and was near the San Domingo community.
Deed of Mortgage
by Duckett, John James (1896 – 1903)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Deed of Mortgage between John James Duckett, a mineral water manufacturer and James Taylor, a merchant for property in Preston, Lancashire, England, March 6, 1896. Also, a continuum statement of monetary exchange to fulfill the contractual obligation, March 30, 1903.
Delaware Civil War Regiment collection
by Unknown (2000s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Delaware Civil War Regiment collection contains a CD and a printed overview about the Delaware Regiment during the Civil War. The CD includes information on the Delaware Volunteer Regiments during the Civil War in the form of newspapers, battle maps, and essays on the Second Delaware Volunteers.
Delaware Coastal History Documentaries
by Oates, Michael (2011 – 2012)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
Series of digital video discs documenting the history of Delaware's coast including, "White Gold: Delaware's Oystering History;" "The '62 Storm - Delaware's Shared Response;" and "An Evolving Legacy: Delaware's Coastal Zone Act." The documentaries were written, directed and edited by local Delawarean Michael Oates, 2011-2012.
Delaware Day 1943 pamphlet
by Unknown (1943)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Delaware Day 1943 Pamphlet contains one 1943 “Delaware Day” pamphlet. “Delaware Day” is celebrated on December 7th. The pamphlet contains speeches and lectures of Delaware history by various state officials and historians.
Delaware in the Civil War
by Williams, Stan (2012)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Two copies of the Nabb Gallery Lecture Series: Delaware in the Civil War digital visual discs. They are recordings of local historians Stan Williams and Patsey Parmar reading Bivouac of the Dead on November 15, 2012.
Delaware Offshore Oil Development Records
by Parsons, Dan (1974 – 1978)
1 box (1 linear feet)
This collection consists of newspaper articles, newsletters and other items pertaining to oil exploration and development and its environmental impact in Delaware in the 1970s.
Delaware Public Archives pamphlet
by Unknown (December 7, 2000)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Delaware Public Archives pamphlet contains information on the dedication of the new Delaware Public Archives in Dover, Delaware on December 7, 2000.
Della Andrew Postcard Collection
by Artvue Post Card Co.; Dexter Press, Inc.; H. S. Crocker., Inc.; Pulling, Richard C.; Sweet, Ozzie; Tawes Photographic; The Collotype Co.; The Harry P. Cann & Bro. Co.; The Mayrose Co.; Traub, David E. (1940 – 1960)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various postcards from the 1940s and 1950s and contains correspondence between Della Andrew and her family and friends.
Delmarva African American Pride magazine
by Delmarva African American Pride magazine (2001 – 2021)
1 carton (1 linear feet)
The Delmarva African American Pride magazine, founded in 2001, is the only publication dedicated to serving African Americans who live on Delmarva. It highlights different community members, activities, and black-owned businesses in the region. The magazine continues to be published by editor Joseph E. Morse.
Delmarva Business Directory collection
by Unknown (1931 – 1967)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Delmarva Business Directory collection includes many types of directories from 1931-1967 from the Salisbury, Wicomico County, Maryland and Delaware region. Directories document many different types of businesses, including farmers as well as those who were employed on the Delmarva Peninsula. Also included is a publication on the 1960 population characteristics of the Salisbury-Wicomico Region.
Delmarva Church records
by Lilly, Charlotte K. (1956 – 1987)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Delmarva Church records document the activities of various churches on the Delmarva Peninsula from 1956-1987. Documenting materials include pamphlets from churches (Old Trinity Church, Green Hill Church), church records, as well as a speech recited at the Shrewsbury Parish of Kennedyville, Maryland.
Delmarva Cookbook Collection
by Shivers, Mary Ann Hillman; Zieger, Peyton (circa 1870 – 1981)
4 folders (0.04 linear feet)
This collection contains various cookbooks from individuals or organizations from the Delmarva Peninsula. Included are a compilation of weekly recipes in the Salisbury Daily Times newspaper, gathered from July 1980 to June 1981, entitled A Year at...Peyton's Place, Plate Offerings: A Cookbook from Old Trinity Church (Church Creek, MD) and the Cookbook of Mary Ann Hillman Shivers (ca. 1870s).
Delmarva Flyers collection
by Klein, Mary; Wootten, Orlando (1994)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Delmarva Flyers collection contains three pamphlets of events that occurred in Salisbury, Maryland in 1994. The first pamphlet is a story of Santo Domingo titled "These Roots Were Free". The other two pamphlets are for Wootten's Delmarva photography gallery.
Delmarva Folklife Project collection
by Delmarva Folklife Project; Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation (1996 – 2004)
10 cartons, 17 boxes (14 linear feet)
This collection contains the administrative files, fieldwork recordings, and photographs collected by the Delmarva Folklife Project between 1997 and 2003. The project documented Delmarva folk arts and cultural traditions through oral history interviews, photographs, video recordings, and collected materials used for research. Additionally, it promoted regional folk arts through mentoring programs, collection distribution to cultural institutions, and two 2004 publications: From Bridge to Boardwalk: An Audio Journey Across Maryland's Eastern Shore and Folk Arts and Cultural Traditions of the Delmarva Peninsula: An Interpretive Resource Guide. Also included are four boxes containing the reproduced slides and tapes that were distributed to various cultural institutions in the region.
Delmarva Folklore Card Collection
by Stewart, Polly (circa 1970s)
3 cartons (3 linear feet)
This collection consists of several hundred handwritten index cards documenting folklore collected on Delmarva, likely in the 1970s. It includes jokes, death and funeral customs, ghost stories, home remedies, superstitions, and more.
Delmarva Oral Histories Collection
by Unknown (1976 – 1990s)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
This set of 19 tapes document a wide range of accounts and interviews centered on local Delmarva history. Such topics include: Accounts of daily life from past inhabitants of Holland Island, Barren Island, Bloodsworth Island, and Pone Island; Ralph Dulany and his Fruitland Cannery; an Inventory of Teackle Mansion; The founding of Salisbury and its boundaries; Early 20th century Salisbury and lynching in Salisbury; 1930s education in Salisbury; Delmarva plantation architecture; Early 20th century Deal's island; Early 20th century Quantico; St. Claire Wright and Historic Annapolis Incorporated; Cypress Swamp agriculture and shingle production; and Life in Early 20th century Princess Anne.
Delmarva Poultry Industry Publications Collection
by Delmarva Poultry Industry, Inc.; Gwin, James M.; Smith, Harold D. (1950 – 1959)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains publications pertaining to the Delmarva Poultry Industry in the 1950s.
Delmarva Poultry Industry, Inc. records
by Delmarva Poultry Industry, Inc. (1926 – 2017)
43 cartons, 3 oversize folders (48 linear feet)
The Delmarva Poultry Industry, Inc. records are comprised of material related to the Delmarva Chicken Festival and the poultry industry from 1926-2017 (with the bulk of the material dating from 1948-2004), as well as the predecessor and related organizations: Delaware State Poultry Commission and Eastern Shore Poultry Growers Exchange. In addition to the festival records, newspaper clippings related to the mission and vision of the industry document one of the Delmarva Peninsula’s most significant industries through a series of ephemera, photographs and scrapbooks. This collection highlights the impact of the Delmarva Poultry Industry; while revealing the unique characteristics of the festival, for example the large frying displayed yearly at the festival.
Delmarva Railroad Stations photograph collection
by Unknown (1920s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Black and white photographic prints of varying railroad stations once located throughout the Delmarva Penninsula in Maryland and Delaware. Images include the Laurel Depot, Union Station in Salisbury, the Delmar Station, and the Bridgeville, Delaware Station.
Delmarva Republican Women records
by Delmarva Republican Women (1999 – 2012)
1 box (1 linear feet)
Delmarva Republican Women records document the political organization's history and activities on the Eastern Shore of Maryland from 1999-2012 via administrative files that include meeting minutes, by-laws, correspondence, and photographs. Also documented are the many fundraising activities conducted by the women consisting of the Vet’s Valentines Dinner as well as live performances by William and Sue Wills as the President and his First Lady.
Delmarva Rock and Country Collection
by Rawlings, Clarence (circa 1970 – 1990s)
2 folders (0.2 linear feet)
This collection was accumulated by Clarence Rawlings and documents Delmarva's rock 'n' roll and country scene from the 1970s to 1990s. Included are photographs, newspaper clippings, concert tickets, and other ephemera for local performers like Dallas and Deep Creek, Little Rock N Country, Night Owl, Pony Express, the Lone Wolf Band, Desperado/Renegade, Ray Millman, and Pegasus. Also included are two CDs and one reel-to-reel recording of Bill Godfrey's music on WICO. Many of these bands are also documented in the digital archive of the Facebook page maintained by Rawlings (local backup from 2020 available upon request).
Delmarva Traffic Club Collection
by Hamill, Bill (1972)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The collection contains meeting minutes and administrative material of the Delmarva Traffic Club. The purpose of the club was to cultivate closer relations between those directly interested in traffic and transportation.
Delmarvans Go To War booklet
by Bradley, Sylvia; Thompson, G. Ray (1991)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Delmarvans Go To War Booklet contains a copy of the work created in 1991 by Sylvia Bradley and G. Ray Thompson. The intent is self-described as a companion to "An exhibit and catalogue of documents and artifacts illustrating the involvement of Delmarva in the First and Second World War, at home and overseas." The exhibit was hosted by the Nabb Research Center from October 10-31, 1991.
Democratic Sample Ballot
by Unknown (1946)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Democratic Marked Sample Ballot from the 1946 election; the ballot is "marked up" with voting totals for each election. Notable names on the ballot include Mary Nock, E. Homer White, Jr., William Prescot Lane, and J. Millard Tawes.
Dennis Family Papers
by John V. Dennis Sr (1759 – 2000)
3 boxes (1.5 linear feet)
This collection contains correspondence, family trees, death and birth certificates, wills, and other information from 1759 to 2000 pertaining to the Dennis family and its origins in Maryland and Virginia.
Dennis Family photographs
by Dennis, Ruby Camilla (1892 – 2007)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Dennis Family photographs document the lives of Camilla Dennis, a Worcester County native, and Martha Groton, Camilla’s daughter. The photographs date from 1892 to 2007 and depict the Dennis family through a series of portraits as well as activities held at 207 East Isabella Street in Salisbury, Maryland. Published works within the collection reveal ties to Robert Naylor Roger’s Scottish clan ancestry.
Denton Journal, Caroline County, newspapers
by Unknown (1888 – 1913)
2 oversize folders (4 linear feet)
The Denton Journal, a daily paper printed in Caroline County, Maryland; provided information for mid-shore residents on the local, regional and national news, 1888, 1890, 1899, and 1913. The four newspapers in this collection reflect the thoughts and ideas of the mid-shore residents, and includes advertisements for local and regional stores. Some of the topics include livestock sales, politics, death and marriage notices, as well as agriculture and social news.
Diamond Council, No. 632 Royan Arcanum ephemera
by Unknown (1887)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an invitation dated November 22, 1887 to a performance involving vocal and instrumental musicians from Salisbury and Pocomoke City. The performances were set up by the Diamond Council No. 632. The local musicians involved were G. Sellman Williams, Marion V. Brewington, and Geo. L. Seville.
Diaries of Ed Glennan
by Glennan, Ed (1861 – 1864)
2 boxes (0.75 linear feet)
Contains seven volumes of Civil War diaries photocopied from Ed Glennon’s originals, privately owned by Rose Embry Carey. Ed Glennon was the brother of Alice Glennon, wife of Charles Walker Embry. Charles W. Embry was the father of John Embry; John Embry the father of Charles Embry; and Charles Embry the father of Rose Embry Carey.
Diary of Edgar Noble
by Noble, Edgar (1863)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Photocopy of the Civil War diary of Edgar Noble from 1863. The diary documents Noble's movements and actions from Falmouth, Virginia to the Battle of Antietam, January 10, 1863, to July 3, 1863.
Digitizing Delmarva Heritage & Traditions DVD Collection
by PAC-14 Public Access Television (circa 2008 – 2016)
1 box, 1 folder (0.5 linear feet)
The Digitizing Delmarva Heritage & Traditions Collection is a collection of publicly-sourced videos on topics all around the Delmarva Peninsula. From the history of local small towns like Allen, MD, to locally-renowned recipes for chicken salad, this collection showcases much of what Delmarva culture has to offer.
Dinsmore-Turner Family scrapbooks
by Turner, Marjorie Dinsmore; Turner, Robert (1936, 1948)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
The Dinsmore-Turner scrapbook collection documents Robert Turner and his sweetheart, later wife, Marjorie Dinsmore Turner high school years from 1937 to 1941, their families, and their marriage and wedding in St. Clairsville, Ohio. Additional photographs detailing Robert being drafted, his military career, his death and his official burial arrangements in 1944 and commemoration 1947-1948. There are also photographs of their only child from 1944 to 1946.
Dioce Land Record Collection
by Unknown (1600 – 1800)
1 oversize box (2.5 linear feet)
This collection contains many original documents from the 17th, 18th, and 19th century. It is made up of various indentures, copy of wills, and accounts relating to Sussex County, Delaware (Purnell Family), Worcester County, MD (Franklin Family), and Somerset County.
Diocese of Easton records
by Diocese of Easton (1924 – 2003)
1 box, 1 oversize box (1.75 linear feet)
Diocese of Easton records documents the history of the Diocese of Easton, specifically St. Paul’s Parish in Centreville, Maryland and the Bridgetown United Methodist Church near Ridgley, Maryland on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. The materials date from 1924-2003 with the bulk of the material dating from the history of the churches, 1989-1993. The history of the Diocese of Easton is documented in printed histories, maps and newspaper clippings.
Disharoon Family History Collection
by Unknown (1673 – 1923)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Disharoon Family History Collection is a genealogical collection detailing the Disharoon family. Within the collection are census information, newspaper articles about Disharoon family members, a legal will, and marriage information.The documents date back to Mary Disharoon, (1673- ) in Somerset County, Maryland.
Disharoon Family papers
by Disharoon Family (1915 – 1940)
2 folders (0.01 linear feet)
The Disharoon Family papers document the family history written by Edith Louise Disharoon in 1940 through a series of journals as well as a diary written by Walter R. Disharoon documenting his walks with a with his wife Lydia in Virginia in 1915.
Dixon and Davis Families Collection
by Parker, Elisha P.; Parker, John (1684 – 1933)
1 box (1.25 linear feet)
This collection consists of land records, correspondence, and maps related to land transactions in Worcester and Wicomico Counties, Maryland. The documents are from multiple families and individuals from 1684 to 1933. There are few personal sources, most are legal documents and land transaction records. The family names with the most records in the collection are Parker, Davis, Dixon, and Hearn who all owned properties in the same district in what is today northern Wicomico County. The land records show transactions in Worcester County and what later become Wicomico County after 1867, specifically the northern portion of the Parsons District.
Doan’s Directory collection
by Foster-Milsburn Co. (1921)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains one issue of the 1921 edition of Doan’s Directory of the United States. The issue contains populations of all major cities in the United States and advertisements for Doan’s Kidney Pills and other products.
Don Landing Collection
by Landing, Donald (1769 – 1981)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Don Landing Collection contains genealogical information conducted by Donald Landing on the Landing family. Included in the collection is genealogical history of the Landing family members birth and death dates, along with small biographical information of those members. The focus of the research is from 1769 to 1981.
Dona Faulkner papers
by Faulkner, Dona (1875 – 2005)
2 folders (1 linear feet)
This small collection is comprised of two photograph albums, loose photographs, newspaper clippings, and miscellaneous papers; most of which is assumed the prior property of Dona Faulkner (1875-1955). The items that comprise the collection were purchased at an auction selling items on consignment. Of the two albums, only one is attributed to Faulkner. Faulkner was a resident of Bozman, Maryland in the County of Talbot for the span of her life.
Done Family Genealogy Collection
by Unknown (1705 – 1927)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Done Family Genealogy Collection contains genealogical information on the Done family. included are Done family pedigree charts, along with some biographical information.
Donnie Davidson collection
by Davidson, Donnie (circa 1860 – 1990s)
1 folder (0 linear feet)
This 271-image digital collection has been amassed by Donnie Davidson and are part of his personal collection documenting baseball on Delmarva from the 1860s to the late 20th century. Included are Davidson's research notes, programs, photographs, newspaper clippings, and other ephemera, especially relating to Dorchester County baseball teams.
Dorchester County Canneries presentation
by Burton, R. Lee (circa 2006)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Dorchester Canneries Presentation contains a DVD of a presentation on Dorchester Canneries by R. Lee Burton. The presentation was hosted by the South Dorchester Folk Museum.
Dorchester County Civil Rights collection
by Applegarth, Thomas, Jr. (1958 – 1990)
1 oversize box, 1 box (1.5 linear feet)
The Dorchester County Civil Rights collection documents the Civil Rights movement occurring in Cambridge, Maryland from 1958 -1990 with the bulk of the materials dating from 1961 – 1970. Materials include newspaper clippings, political literature, and campaign materials relating to the Civil Rights movement in Cambridge as well as three scrapbooks containing newspaper clippings related to civil rights demonstrations in Cambridge. The scrapbooks were maintained by Thomas Applegarth, Jr., a member of the anti-protest Dorchester Business and Citizens Association.
Dorchester County Educational Essays collection
by Flowers, Thomas A.; Nave, Dorothy B. (1964 – 1978)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Dorchester County Educational Essays collection contains three essays that discuss the history and progress of Dorchester County Educational Programs. The essays are "The Historical Development of the Colored Schools of Dorchester County- One Hundred Years of Progress", written by Thomas A. Flowers, "Dorchester Count's Educational Program: A Century of Programs: 1864-1964", written by Thomas A. Flowers, and "Superintendents of Schools, 1868-1978: Members of the Board of Education, 1723-1978: Dorchester County, Maryland", written by Dorothy B. Nave. The essays cover topics including the historical development of colored schools, the various policies of the Board of Education and a biography of educator Colonel John Kirk.
Dorchester County Historic Preservation Files
by Touart, Paul Baker (circa 1980 – 2010s)
6 cartons, 1 oversize folder (7.25 linear feet)
The Dorchester County Historic Preservation files document the many historic buildings and properties that the Maryland Historic Trust helps preserve, primarily through the files and reports maintained by architectural historian, Paul Touart. Touart's files (Series 1) are arranged by property identifier (D-XXX) and commonly include a Maryland Historic Trust report, deeds, photographs, articles, and other relevant sources related to the historic property. Also included are Touart's subsequent reports, handwritten notes, photographic slides, architectural drawing rolls, and CDs containing a variety of files.
Dorchester County Land Patents
by Unknown (1744 – 1760)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Series of land patents for three parcels in Dorchester County, Maryland, 1744-1760. Land patents document the property purchased by Thomas Hayward in April 1744 named, Hopewell; William Wheatley, in November 1759, named Purchase; and by Daniel Shehy, in March 1760, named Daniels.
Doris Dukes papers
by Dukes, Doris (1912 – 2007)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Doris Dukes papers document her family’s history in and around Snow Hill, Md. through family bible records, death records, correspondence, and photographs. The materials date from 1912-2007 with the bulk of the material dating from 1967-2001. Her life as a waterman and restaurateur is also documented through business records.
Dorothy Pinto Papers
by Pinto, Cora; Pinto, Thomas (1869 – 1918)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains correspondence between Cora Pinto and her husband Thomas Pinto from 1917-1918. Additionally, there is a copy of the witness statement regarding John Pinto's last will and testament along with the copy of his will.
Double Mills records
by Bradley, Sylvia (1988 – 2007)
1 box, 1 oversize folder (0.5 linear feet)
Double Mills records document the restoration and preservation of the historic mill located near Mardela Springs, Md. The materials date from 1988-1996, with the bulk of the material dating from 1988-1991. The records encompass the restoration activities and efforts of Double Mills, Inc., and the Double Mills Preservation Foundation. These efforts are documented through correspondence, fundraising records, architectural drawings, maps, easement agreements, newspaper clippings, and photographs. In addition to the Double Mill records are photographs of the Rewastico Mill located in Hebron, Maryland.
Doughty Family Collection
by Doughty Family (1932 – 1992)
1 oversize box (2 linear feet)
This collection contains genealogical material pertaining to the Doughty family in the 20th century. Included are a 1932 Maryland marriage certificate for William Vaughn Brittingham and Theo Catherine Doughty, biographical information on Theo and Vaughn Brittingham and a genealogy report on Francis Thomas Jones.
Downes Family photographs
by Unknown (1860 – 1920)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Downes Family photographs document the family circa 1860-1920 in a series of tintypes and in black and white photographic prints.
Dr. James K Hill DVD
by Cavallaro, Marie (2010)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Dr. James K Hill DVD contains a documentary motion picture titled "The Sculpting of a Legend: A Tribute to Harriet Tubman" by Marie Cavallaro with Sculptor, Dr. James Hill. The documentary on the making of the Harriet Tubman statue outside of the [Teacher Education and Technology Center] Norman Conway Hall on the campus Salisbury University.
Dr. John Parker photograph
by Unknown (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Black and white photographic print of Dr. John Parker, physician and surgeon from Stockton, Worcester County, Maryland. The copy of the image depicts Parker and his wife, Maude deWall Parker, on the front porch of their home located on the north side of Maryland Route 366.
Dr. William S. Pierce papers
by Pierce, William S. (1861 – 1902)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The collection includes family history conducted by Dr. William S. Pierce. The bulk of the papers are scans of Civil War Service (muster, disability, etc.) and Pension Records of Jarvis and Noah Jenkins (brothers), James Thomas Smullen. All were part of the 1st Eastern Shore of Maryland Infantry during the Civil War. The records span from 1861-1902, with significant material related to the widow's pension case of Henrietta Smullen, wife of James Smullen.
Draft of
by Mumford, T. J. (circa 2012)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
T. J. Mumford's Draft of "The Thanksgiving Mouse" was created before the final children's book which was published in 2012. All proceeds from the book benefit the Wetipquin Chapel in Wetipquin, Maryland.
Dress Patterns
by Unknown (circa 1870)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Dress and pant patterns cut from 1870s newspapers; the patterns resemble pant legs and the sleeve for the bodice of a ladies dress.
Dryden Family Collection
by Unknown (1892 – 1987)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Dryden and Winder Family Collection contains genealogical information for the Dryden family. The main focus of the collection is a teaching certificate for Sallie Pruitt Dryden, along with an obituary for Margie Dryden McIntyre.
Du Chesne Dutch Psalter
by Leeuw, Cornelis De (circa 1768)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Du Chesne Dutch Psalter contains a Dutch Psalter and several pages of the Du Chesne family history and the transcription of those pages. Possibly 1768 edition.
Ducky Detweiler collection
by Detweiler, Ducky (1940 – 1998)
1 folder (0 linear feet)
This 1,767-image digital collection documents the baseball career of Robert "Ducky" Detweiler, primarily in the 1940s and 1950s, though including documents up to his induction to the Eastern Shore Baseball Hall of Fame in 1998. Included are photographs, artifacts, a personal narrative by Detweiler, audiovisual items, programs, and many chronological scrapbooks maintained by Detweiler's wife. While Detweiler's career spans Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and New York, the collection primarily documents his experience in Federalsburg, Maryland where he played on, and later managed, the Federalsburg Athletics.
Dulany Family History Collection
by Dulany, Isaac Henry Anderson (1873 – 1881)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Dulany Family History Collection contains a land deed and correspondence of an Isaac H. A. Dulany, who owned a produce market in Fruitland, MD during the 1880s. Isaac Dulany was the executor in charge of creating the account for James Matthews. The land deed was made between James Matthews and Levin T.H. Irving in July of 1873.
Dunton Family collection
by American Bible Society (1910)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Book of Psalms: handwritten on the inside cover, "For Little Sister, Helen Dunton, With love and best wishes of Uncle Larry, Jan. 27, 1910."
DuPont Family Collection
by DuPont, Dolores L. (1621 – 1995)
11 folders (0.11 linear feet)
The DuPont Family Collection contains genealogical information on the DuPont family conducted by Dolores L. DuPont. Included is her application to become a member of The National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the State of Maryland, an article resulting from her investigation into the location of the grave of Gov. Samuel Stevens, Jr. (1778-1860), research on her great-great grandfather Dr. John Barnett (1780-1858), information on Dr. Nathaniel Potter, brother-in-law of Barnett (both married Golsborough's, Potter Sarah F. and Barnett Catherine), the property "Boston", the descendants of William Burgess (1622-1685) and the Marada movie house of St. Michael's. Photographs of the Custis tombs in Northampton, VA are also part of the collection.
Duvall and Williams Families collection
by Duvall Family; Pennington, Edmund; Pennington, Fredus; Williams, Bessie (1863 – 1955)
3 boxes, 1 oversize folder (3.25 linear feet)
The Duvall and Williams families were community-oriented people who served as farmers, doctors, and attorneys from Kennedyville, Kent County, Maryland, and Salisbury, Wicomico County, Maryland as well as northern Delaware. Within the Duvall and Williams Families collection are family photograph albums, ledgers, a scrapbook, and ephemera. The photograph albums dating to the 1880s to 1950s offer a glimpse into the lives of the families. The primary focus of the collection is the series of photographs that depict farm life, a Methodist Church Camp Meeting one of the families attended, family vacations, their pets, and farm animals. The ledgers date from the 1850s to the 1890s and pertain to farming on Maryland’s Eastern Shore and Delaware’s New Castle County. The scrapbook dates from the early 1800s to 1900 and contains newspaper clippings from the Mid-Atlantic region.
E. Elwood Lynch Collection
by Lynch, E. Elwood (1933 – 2002)
1 carton, 1 box (1.25 linear feet)
The E. Elwood Lynch Collection details the personal and professional life of E. Elwood Lynch, and his involvement in mosquito control efforts in Delaware, Florida, and Maryland. Personal items from the collection include correspondence and printed materials. The bulk of the collection consists of photographs, films, and slides taken by E. Elwood Lynch in both a personal and professional capacity during his mosquito control work.
E. Homer White papers
by White, E. Homer (1946 – 1991)
1 box, 1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
The E. Homer White papers document the political career of Edward Homer White, a Delegate from the Maryland State House and Senate, from 1946-1991 with the bulk of the material dating from 1962-1978. Materials include newspaper clippings, photographs and essays that document E. Homer White’s political campaigns, causes and career. Photographs and correspondence concern Delegate Homer’s campaign, his political stances, as well as events and receptions he had attended during his career. There are two scrapbooks which include newspaper clippings concerned with E. Homer White’s elections and political causes.
E. Niel Carey papers
by Carey, E. Niel (1783 – 2016)
2 cartons (2 linear feet)
The papers of E. Niel Carey collectively document his professional endeavors as an educator and facilitator of career education at the Maryland State Board of Education and the National Council on Career Advancement, 1967-1997. Records include his service in the United States Air Force; however, the majority of materials focus on the development of career education as one of the first programs of its kind. Additionally, records document Carey’s publication activities and public service. A transcription of a 1783 letter written by Carey's ancestor is attached.
E. Sheldon Jones Collection
by Jones, E. Sheldon; Jones, I. Ernest (1880 – 1968)
3 boxes, 1 oversize folder (2.75 linear feet)
The E. Sheldon Jones collection documents the career of the Salisbury Advertiser editor, E. Sheldon Jones, and his father, I. Ernest Jones, who was the Mayor of Salisbury from 1916 to 1920. The collection includes newspaper clippings and papers related to Jones' mayoral term, financial information of both Jones', photographs dating between the 1880s and 1940s, a State of Maryland court docket from James E. Cathell dating 1880-1882, handwritten and written recipes, and internal memos from the Red Star Motor Coach Company between 1942 and 1946.
E.I. Brown Photograph Collection
by Brown, E.I. (circa 1890 – 1922)
3 boxes (1.25 linear feet)
G. Marshall "Bunny" Scott collected photographic material and lived on Beckwith Avenue in Princess Anne, Maryland. These 185 negatives and glass plate negatives, collected by Scott, represent a portion of the photographs taken by Euthadius Irving Brown between 1890 and 1922. Many of the photographs depict individuals and scenes around Princess Anne and Somerset County, Maryland, as well as Washington, D.C. and the University of Maryland. Also included is an instructional pamphlet for the dry plate development process.
Early 20th Century Legal Records of the Eastern Shore collection
by Bailey, Joseph (1893, 1936)
1 box (1 linear feet)
This collection contains papers and documents from the law office of Joseph Bailey, an attorney who lived in the early 20th century on the eastern shore. These papers and documents are: wills, court case documents and papers that belonged to different inhabitants of the eastern shore who lived at the beginning of the 20th century.
Early Twentieth Century Women’s Magazines
by Unknown (1888 – 1949)
2 oversize boxes (4 linear feet)
The Early Twentieth Century Women's Magazine collection document the social and home economic aspects of women's lives from 1905-1949. Documenting materials include differing volumes of magazines including Good Housekeeping, Ladies’ Home Journal, McCall’s, Better Homes & Gardens, and Woman's Home Companion.
Eastern Shore Baseball Hall of Fame scrapbooks
by Eastern Shore Baseball Hall of Fame Museum (1920 – 1940s)
1 folder (0 linear feet)
This 124-image digital collection consists of scrapbooks from the Eastern Shore Baseball Hall of Fame Museum's collections. Included are newspaper clippings, images, and more related to baseball on the Eastern Shore from the 1920s to the 1940s.
Eastern Shore Brochure and Pamphlet Collection
by Unknown (1609 – 2010)
9 boxes (9 linear feet)
This Collection consists of Brochures and Booklets primarily pertaining to the Eastern Shore. Overall its central focus is Maryland/Delmarva. The Date Range of the Collection is 1609-2010.
Eastern Shore Commerce Ephemera
by Unknown (1724 – 1957)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Eastern Shore Commerce Ephemera collection is divided into five series and documents the correspondences and accounting records of the Howard, Goslee, and Morris families. In addition, there are other accounting records from the Eastern shore, including Salisbury and Delaware. This collection also contains court documents, a temperance speech from 1833, a diary documenting an unnamed persons daily activities, and a meeting book from the Betsy Ross Council of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Eastern Shore Counties collection
by Ellegood, Maria Louise; Fenwick, Charles E.; Hall, Elizabeth (1625 – 1967)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Eastern Shore Counties collection contains a copy of the "Eastern Shoreman" which highlights the start of the oyster season. Additionally, this collection contains a copy of the "Holly Leaf" from November 3, 1967, a sketch of the early history of Wicomico County written by Maria Louise Ellegood, a souvenir pamphlet from Crisfield that details some of the areas unknown history written by Elizabeth Hall, and a history of St. Mary's County written by Charles E. Fenwick.
Eastern Shore Cultural Ephemera
by Unknown (1769 – 1991)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Eastern Shore Cultural Ephemera collection ranges from 1769-1991 contains newspaper clippings, overviews, maps, brochures and publications that focus on the Eastern shore. There are three series: The History of the Eastern Shore, Maps and Overviews of the Eastern Shore, and Publications. The collection also contains a book documenting the history of the Maryland Road systems, reproduced maps from 1769 to 1812, and even a church yearbook and directory.
Eastern Shore Ephemera Collection
by Barnes, J.R.; Kellar, Venia M.; The Rotary Club; Washington High School (1907 – 1934)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains Eastern Shore ephemera which includes a Welcome to the Eastern Shore pamphlet, "Something on Floors" produced by the University of Maryland, a pamphlet on Snow Hill, a recipe book produced by Washington High School, "The Spirit of the Eastern Shore", by J. R. Barnes, a booklet regarding the history of "Saint Maries City" and postcards of Eastern Shore scenes.
Eastern Shore Equipment baseball team photo
by Eastern Shore Equipment (1950s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This black and white photograph depicts the Eastern Shore Equipment company baseball team in the 1950s. All players are identified on the photograph and one man is African American.
Eastern Shore Historic Buildings Booklet
by Woman's Eastern Shore Society of Maryland (1958)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a booklet from 1958 entitled "Historic and Old Buildings on the Eastern Shore of Maryland." Compiled by multiple historians and historical societies, the historic buildings are catalogued according to number and county. Each historic building has a short paragraph describing the history and architecture.
Eastern Shore Images Collection
by Unknown (1900s)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
This collection contains three folders of film and film slides depicting various images of life on the Eastern Shore, Maryland. A majority of these images are focused on architecture.
Eastern Shore Institute for the Advancement of Thinking records
by Eastern Shore Institute for the Advancement of Thinking (1995 – 2007)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Eastern Shore Institute for the Advancement of Thinking was founded in 1995 "to advance education for thinking by helping educators, students, parents and community members develop an understanding of thinking in the overall teaching and learning process." The small collection consists of one folder of programs and one folder of newsletters from 1995-2007.
Eastern Shore Iris Society records
by Eastern Shore Iris Society (1981 – 1983)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Meeting Minutes and membership list from the Eastern Shore Iris Society documents activities of the members from the early 1980s.
Eastern Shore Lynching Collection
by Messick, Julie (1931 – 1990)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
In 2011, Julie Messick collected material relating to lynchings on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Her findings focus on two notable lynchings, being those of Matthew Williams in 1931 and George Armwood in 1933. Included is a series of newspaper articles, excerpts from books and manuscripts, a program from a remembrance event, and death certificates.
Eastern Shore Magazine Collection
by Koehn, Charles Campbell (1937 – 1960)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains two issues of the Eastern Shore Magazine dated December 1937 and January 1938 and a copy of the December 17, 1960 edition of the Saturday Evening Post.
Eastern Shore Magazine records
by Conover, W. (1938)
4 folders (0.04 linear feet)
The Eastern Shore Magazine records documents the process of creating the Eastern Shore Magazine, materials include magazine copies that were use for layout purposes before printing from 1938.
Eastern Shore Magazines
by Baltimore Association of Commerce; Queen Anne's Day Steering Committee; The Salisburian (1952 – 1980)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Three issues of published magazines on the commemoration of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge entitled "Baltimore," a commemorative press book from the 1977 visit of Princess Anne to the Eastern Shore, and a 1980 Salisburian magazine on the city its economics and history.
Eastern Shore of Virginia Colonial Times Essay
by Barnes, Brooks Miles (August, 1977)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Eastern Shore of Virginia Colonial Times Essay contains a paper titled "A Selected, Annotated Bibliography of the Eastern Shore of Virginia: For the Colonial Period", written by Brooks Miles Barnes for a master's paper submitted to the School of Library Science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The essay is meant to provide sources to help future historians locate primary material for research.
Eastern Shore Photographs
by Burt, Jane (1972 – 1985)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Compact disc of digital photographic images documenting differing locations and activities of Maryland's Eastern Shore from 1972-1985. Images include the Whitehaven Ferry, Green Hill Church, the Wye Oak, Nanticoke Harbor, Oystering, Clamming, Jones Creek and the Nassawango Iron Furnace.
Eastern Shore population essay
by Wilkins, W. E. Jr. (March 34, 1976)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Eastern Shore Population Essay a 1976 essay by W. E. Wilkins Jr. titled "The Population of the Eastern Shore in 1623/4 and 1624/5." Much of the focus of the essay is on John Wilcox's expedition to clear land in 1620, and on a colonist named Thomas Savage.
Eastern Shore Recipes Collection
by St. Paul's by the Sea Episcopal Church (1800 – 1999)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Various recipes from the Eastern Shore, including a published cookbook entitled, "Eastern Shore Vittles" compiled by the Junior Guild.
Eastern Shore Regional Library records
by Eastern Shore Regional Library (1973 – 1987)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
Eastern Shore Regional Library records document the functions of the non-profit entity which provides resources to the eight-county library systems on Maryland's Delmarva Peninsula, 1973-1987. Documenting materials include annual reports, staff directories, and newsletters.
Eastern Shore Transportation records
by Unknown (1901 – 1950)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Eastern Shore Transportation records document different types of transportation on the Eastern Shore in the twentieth century. Documenting materials include newspaper articles from the 1950s on Salisbury's first automobile show and the separation of Maryland's Eastern Shore from the rest of the state, as well as a black and white photograph of several old-fashioned cars. A Pennsylvania Railroad map from 1901 completes the collection.
Eastern Shore-isms Collection
by Garland, Hazel A. (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various photocopies of scrapbooks using Eastern Shore slang or as the compiler Hazel A. Garland refers to them, "Eastern Shore-isms." Examples include: "I just thought I'd double ask you," "Don't worry about them plants: after they're in the ground, they'll soon health up", and "Well, I hope to my die!" All of these colloquial uses are within these photocopied scraps of material. Garland claims that many of these are malapropisms and mistranslation of Old English phrases.
Eben and Mary Murray collection
by Murray, Eben; Murray, Mary (1863, 1910)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Eben and Mary Murray Collection contain financial bills and documents for spouses Mary and Eben Murray. There are also photographs of Mount Vernon and Cambridge, Maryland. There are also letters requesting orders to local companies on the Eastern Shore. There is also a "The Season's Best" magazine from Kennerly and Mitchell Clothiers that gives images and descriptions of men's fashion for the Fall 1909 and Winter 1910.
Ebenezer United Methodist Church booklet
by Ebenezer United Methodist Church (1961 – 1963)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This booklet is an annual homecoming booklet from the Ebenezer United Methodist Church located in Murumsco, Maryland. It details the church's history and has numerous photographs of church members.
Ed and Lucille Killian Collection
by Unknown (1964)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection consists of black and white photographs of the Wye Oak, Wye Oak House and Old Wye Episcopal Church taken in January 1964.
Ed Hammond collection
by Unknown (1752, 1971)
7 cartons, 1 oversize folder (7.75 linear feet)
The Ed Hammond collection consists of Bibles, financial ledgers, journals and ephemera from 1752-1971. The collection offers insight into the genealogies of the Franklin, Warrington, Selby, Martin, Townsend and Upshur families of Maryland. Records also include religious texts, financial ledgers from 1830-1971; and journals and ephemera from 1878-1909. The collection was discovered in the attic of a home in Worcester County, Maryland, and donated to the Center by Ed Hammond.
Ed Hammond Ephemera Collection
by Hammond, Edward (1664 – 1944)
5 folders (0.25 linear feet)
The Ed Hammond Ephemera Collection consists of sources collected by Hammond dating between 1664 and 1944 (bulk of sources ranging from 1840 to 1900), primarily from towns in Delaware and the eastern shore of Maryland. Many of the documents bear the name of Daniel Hearn. Included are receipts and other financial documents from 1842 to 1942; court documents from 1732 (Ennall's Outrange, Dorchester County, Maryland) and 1863 (will and testament of Andrew Robins of Worcester County, Maryland); educational items (A May Brittingham's grammar school grades and commencement programs); Second World War ephemera (war ration books for two Smack family members and a defense bond envelope); correspondence (1679 letter about a court case and Levin Tyler letters from 1848 and 1849); and additional ephemera including an 1891 Ulman's Opera House concert, a poem, marriage invitations, death cards for Orris and Elizabeth Lloyd, a flyer from Philadelphia requesting goods for African American people, 1664 inventory of grazing cattle and surrender of land in England, and Packard Motor Car Company materials.
Edgar Bennett Collection
by Bennett, Edgar (1867 – 1997)
31 boxes (27 linear feet)
The Edgar Bennett Collection documents the personal and professional lives of Edgar T. Bennett and his wife, Margaret Truitt Bennett. Personal items from the collection include land grants, photographs, and correspondence. The bulk of the collection revolves around Edgar Bennett's professional life, mainly consisting of records from the former Red Star Motor Coaches, Inc. bus company, and Bennett's political career in the Republican Party, Maryland State Senate and Maryland State Roads Commission.
Educational Society of Baltimore Pamphlet
by The Educational Society of Baltimore (1936)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a pamphlet dated Friday, May 8, 1936 from the Educational Society of Baltimore. The pamphlet contains information on a program involving dances from the High School Dance Clubs, an address from the president of the society, Report of the Nominating Committee, and Elections of Officers followed by a multi-course dinner.
Edward H. Nabb, Sr. papers
by Nabb, Edward (1944 – 2002)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The papers of Edward H. Nabb, Sr., document his family history and personal activities on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and date from 1944-2002 with the bulk of the materials dating from 1989-1997. Family history is documented by autobiographical writings, research correspondence, Nabb family genealogies, Andrew Nabb’s certifications, newspaper clippings and photographs.
Edward Hammond collection
by Unknown (1888 – 1972)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Edward Hammond collection contains a photograph copy of Dr. John Taylor Hammond (1831-1902), two Agricultural Mutual Aid Society of Caroline County, MD certificates for John Hammond and his wife, Esther P. dated December 1, 1887, a narrative by J. Millard Tawes at the First Annual Verrazzano Festival in 1972, and a dance card with pencil attached from 1888. The holiday dance was held by the Thursday Club at Victor Hall in Snow Hill.
Edward J. Henry family papers
by Henry, Edward J. (1887 – 2009)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
The family papers of Edward J. Henry document his family’s activities in Snow Hill, Maryland from his marriage to Mary Queen Purnell in 1887 through the death of his son William’s wife, Mary Holley Henry in 2009 with the bulk of the materials dating from 1932-1967. Materials include marriage certificates, funeral programs, ephemera about Helen and her violin as well as son William and Bowie State College, newspaper clippings and photographs.
Edward Stevenson Ledger Transcription Collection
by Green, Ann; Stevenson, Edward (1811 – 1957)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a 1957 transcription by Anne Green of a business ledger believed to have belonged to Edward Stevenson, a merchant from Newtown, Maryland. The transcription includes various business transactions between the dates of January 1811 to November 1812.
Edwin C.M. Dickey papers
by Dickey, Edwin C.M. (1898 – 1965)
3 cartons, 1 box (3.5 linear feet)
The papers of Edwin C.M. Dickey document his early life in Wicomico County, Maryland through his military career and ultimately his personal interests when he was a resident of the United States Soldiers Home in Washington D.C. The materials date from 1898-1963 with the bulk of the material 1921-1963 documenting his post-war life interests. Edwin traced his genealogical roots as far back as John Dickey of Chester County, Pennsylvania who had military ties with George Washington in the American Revolution. Edwin studied and wrote on a wide range of subjects including world and American history, philosophy, and science. Further, there is evidence within the papers that Edwin was an early 20th-century Free-Mason. Also included within the records are a series of scrapbooks, ledgers, correspondence, and photographs.
Edwina Heatwole Photograph Collection
by Unknown (Undateds)
2 boxes (1.5 linear feet)
This collection is primarily photographs of the Heatwole Family of Salisbury. Many of the photos are of Edwina and her brother, Robert (or William) Heatwole, as children. They lived in Newtown, 616 Poplar Hill Ave., where her father had a medical practice in his home. This collection also includes the First and Final Administration and Distribution Account of Lenora C. Betts.
Elba Land Tract
by Trader, James R. (circa 2009)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Elba Land Tract Collection contains information regarding a 71.25-acre tract of land named "Elba", which was part of the original Salisbury town settlement. Included are photos and descriptions of the boundaries, information on warrants and patents taken in the area, and correspondence between James Trader and the City of Salisbury, Maryland on the preservation of Elba boundary markers.
Eldon Hayman Family History collection
by Davidson, Thomas; Wennersten, John R. (2000s)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Hayman Family history collection includes family history/lineage documentation, recollections from some of the family members, manuscripts, and newspaper clippings about the Hayman Family. In the family history collection, there is a typed page from 2003 that tells when the Hayman family came to America, and how the family line progressed throughout the years until present day. There are several census papers on a few family members, as well as a listing of family descendants. Accompanying those documents are two family photographs. One manuscript is entitled "A Cycle of Race Relations on Maryland's Eastern Shore: Somerset County 1850-1910" by John R. Wennersten of the University of Maryland, Eastern Shore. The other manuscript is "Free Black Landowners on the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland 1783-1861" by Dr. Thomas E. Davidson from Salisbury State College. The newspaper clippings highlight the successful barber shop business some of the Hayman family descendants owned, as well as an article of Eldon Hayman's work life through his home office. Another article describes one of the Hayman's "sharp shooting" skills during a robbery. There are also a series of recollections from some of the Hayman family. One talks about life in Princess Anne County during the early to mid 1900's, another talks about the Armwood lynching of 1932, and finally, there are a few personal accounts from one family member about her youth and later career. The newspaper clippings and family history files have been moved to the family vertical files.
Eleanor Wynkoop Collection
by Unknown (1888 – 1894)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains several land deeds from the late 19th century pertaining to the Eastern Shore of Maryland (Dorchester County). These land deeds document the buying and selling of land from residents of the Eastern Shore including James Wallace to Thomas J. Webb & John W.T. Webb, also Thomas J. Webb & Maggie A. Webb to John W.T. Webb, and S.L. Webster & Wife to W.W. Hearn & wife.
Elijah T.P. Gibbons papers
by Gibbons, Elijah (1861 – 1879)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
Elijah T.P. Gibbons papers document through correspondence the activities of Gibbons’ cousin, Alexander King, a Union soldier who served in Tennessee’s Company K and Hiram Scott, Gibbons’ uncle who was living in Kentucky during the Civil War. The correspondence also includes friends and family members and expresses opinion on the war including the draft, life in military camp, and their on-going activities, 1861-1865. Also included are debt payments and bond statements between Gibbons and James Cottman from the 1870s.
Elizabeth Chesser essay
by Chesser, Elizabeth (May 23, 1994)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Elizabeth Chesser Essay contains an essay written by Elizabeth M. Chesser titled "How Women Made it Through the Hard Times of the Great Depression". The research material she utilized is documented in the essay along with transcriptions of interviews she conducted with individuals who lived through the Great Depression.
Elizabeth Murrell papers
by Murrell, Elizabeth (1880 – 1996)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Elizabeth Murrell papers document the family history and genealogical research completed by Elizabeth Murrell of interconnected families on the Eastern Shore of Delaware and Maryland. The materials include deeds, letters, and newspaper clippings as research reference, as well as Junior Women's Clubs booklets.
Elizabeth Parker's Scriptural Album
by Parker, Elizabeth (1800s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
No description is available for this item. Please see Nabb Center Staff for more information.
Elizabeth Wolfe Collection
by Unknown (1911 – 1925)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains tickets from the John Wesley M. E. Church young men's contest on May 13, 1911, March 22, 1923 and November 26, 1925. Additionally, there are tickets from the 62nd anniversary of the Negro's Emancipation on Armistice Day at the Wicomico Fair Grounds on November 11, 1925.
Ellen G. Bloodsworth papers
by Bloodsworth, Ellen G. (1923 – 2007)
2 boxes, 2 oversize folders (1.25 linear feet)
The Ellen G. Bloodsworth papers document her educational history at Wicomico High School and Salisbury State Normal School, as well as her interest in Eastern Shore history and her Episcopal faith from 1923-2007. Her papers are represented through graduation and university scrapbooks, high school reunion ephemera, newsletters from Episcopal churches, and newspaper clippings about Maryland’s Eastern Shore.
Ellett A. Lewis Scrapbooks
by Lewis Family (1900 – 1940)
1 box (0.75 linear feet)
Ellett A. Lewis Scrapbook collection depicts family members and friends participating in activities outside of the home in Salisbury, Maryland through photographic documentation, 1900-1940. Images include Mr. Lewis’ service in World War I, New York City, Accomack County, Virginia, Pokomoke City, Maryland, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Eastern Shore homes, roadside camping, schoolhouses, classrooms and monuments to Virginia Dare and Francis Makemie.
Ellis, Vincent and Wheatley Families Collection
by Unknown (1758 – 1934)
2 boxes (2.25 linear feet)
This collection contains genealogical research tracing the Ellis family line back to 1804. There are also photocopies of wills, land grants, and census research dating back to the mid-1700s. While a majority of the collection is genealogical information on the Ellis family, there are also magazines from the University of Maryland dating back to 1930. Included also is a hardback book commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 390th Bomb Group with Robert L Vincent’s name printed on the front cover
Elmer Ruark papers
by Ruark, Elmer (1830 – 1970)
1 carton, 1 oversize folder (1 linear feet)
The Elmer Ruark papers document the religious work of the former mayor of Salisbury, Maryland. The collection spans Ruark’s research into the history of Allen Memorial Baptist Church of Salisbury. In addition, the records include research and publications related to Rev. Noah Davis, founder of the Baptist Publication Society; Elmer Ruark and Noah Davis are distant relatives. The collection dates from 1830-1970 with the bulk of the material dating from 1930-1958.
Elsie A. Tourville collection
by Unknown (1819 – 1918)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains a rough draft, appendices, and other ephemera relating to Elsie A. Tourville's publication on book collector and Wicomico County Church Father, Isaac Levin English. English's books were transferred to the Burgess Eastern Shore Early Americana Museum in Marion Station, Maryland. Tourville's book is a detailed list of those books transferred.
Elzey, Bailey, Wright families collection
by Unknown (1800s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains photocopies of original business financial records, which were sold at auction from the 1800s, pertaining to the Elzey, Bailey and Wright families.
Embroiders' Guild of America: Chesapeake Chapter Collection
by Unknown (1978 – 2011)
2 boxes (2 linear feet)
This collection consists of various documents from 1978 to 2011 pertaining to the Embroiders' Guild of America's Chesapeake Chapter. Included are photographs of embroidery pieces and various events such as annual retreat. In addition, the collection contains the chapter's periodic newsletter, "The Chesapeake Sampler," that discussed past events, a blue banner that has squares sewn on from 1981 and was put together in 1986 and a scrapbook called, "The Swans," dated 1989 that was donated by the Mid-Wessex Branch Embroiders' Guild from Salisbury, England for the Chesapeake Chapter's 10th Anniversary Exhibition. Also included are the chapter's administrative files such as their meeting minutes, bylaws, budgets, newspaper articles, memos and letters. Included are correspondence and printed materials from the national organization.
Emerson C. Harrington collection
by Harrington, Emerson; State of Maryland (1839 – 2004)
1 box, 1 oversize folder (80.5 linear feet)
The Emerson C. Harrington collection documents the prolific legal career of the former state of Maryland Governor and his son, attorney Emerson C. Harrington Jr. The bulk of the collection, direct from their law office, located in Cambridge, Dorchester County, Maryland, is comprised of law books that include the Laws of Maryland,1839-1939; The Maryland Reports, Vol. 1, 1851 – Vol. 380, 2004; and Decisions of the Court of Appeals of Maryland, Vol. 1-34, 1883. In addition to the legal volumes, the materials include a series of photographic prints of the city of Cambridge, and speeches presented at the Maryland Club during dinners and parties in the mid to late 1960s and early 1970s.
Emily and Bill Briddell Collection
by Emily and William Briddell; Rebecca Skinner (1672 – 2017)
6 cartons, 3 oversize folders (6.3 linear feet)
The Emily and Bill Briddell Collection contains genealogical records of the Briddell, Ames, Stevenson and other families. The collection ranges from 1672-2017 with the bulk of materials from 1880-2000. the collection contains correspondence, official and unofficial documents, pamphlets, maps, and photographs.
Emily Givans Hagert and Imogene Caruthers Horton memorabilia collection
by Hagert, Christopher (1931 – 2003)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Emily Givans Hagert and Imogene Caruthers Horton Memorabilia Collection contains materials relating to the lives of Emily Givans Hagert and Imogene Caruthers Horton. Items included are a Salisbury State College anniversary booklet, an article about the Wicomico High School class of 1931 written by Dick Cooper, and news-clippings. Also included is a CD containing images of Imogene Caruthers and Emily Givans while at Maryland State Normal School at Salisbury and the Givans family as well as digital images of reunion pamphlets.
Emma N. Young autograph book
by Young, Emma (1882 – 1886)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Emma N. Young autograph book documents the relationships of Emma with her classmates in Indian School and her moves to several Indian reservations in the United States from 1882-1886.
Engler Letter
by Vandersloot (1823)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Engler Letter contains an 1823 Letter from Vandersloot to Judge Daniel Yost. The letter is written in Dutch.
Episcopal Diocese of Easton collection
by Unknown (1923 – 1934)
6 folders (0.06 linear feet)
The Episcopal Diocese of Easton collection contains publications of the magazine: "The Episcopal Diocese of Easton - The Eastern Shore Churchmen". Included are original editions from 1923-1934.
Ernie Pyle Collection
by Pyle, Ernie (1944)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a copy of Ernie Pyle's magazine "Fighting Heats" in which he relates stories from the front line.
Esham Family Tree
by Unknown (2014)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Digital copy of the Esham Family of Worcester County, Maryland.
Ethel Fisher Hedlicka Papers
by Hedlicka, Ethel F. (1908 – 1969)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
This collection includes Ethel’s Home Economics class book from 1916, two of Ethel’s children’s books from 1908 and 1909, early baby nursing bottle, letters to Joseph and Ethel, report cards of both Ethel and her daughter, Charlotte, and Ethel’s high school yearbook from 1916 filled with pictures of friends, dance cards, and other sorts of memorabilia. Also in this collection are Children’s needlework made by Ethel’s daughter, Joseph’s Hedlicka’s wedding pants from 1923, a clown suit made by Ethel in 1920, and a World War I sailor shirt worn by George Thallman in 1917. Lastly in this collection is an assortment of World War I souvenirs sent from France to Ethel by Joseph in 1917 such as beautifully embroidered handkerchiefs, an apron, a postcard, and a scarf as well as a fan.
Eugene Messick scrapbook
by Messick, Eugene (1941 – 1947)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
The scrapbook of Eugene Messick documents his military service and experience in World War II, as well as local news and events of the time period, 1941-1947. The scrapbook is comprised of newspaper articles on local as well as national news of the war and its aftermath.
Evelyn Hamilton White scrapbooks
by White, Evelyn (1933 – 1945)
1 folder (1.5 linear feet)
Evelyn Hamilton White scrapbook collection documents national, international and local events in Salisbury, Maryland. The materials date from 1933-1945 with the bulk of the material dating from the period of World War II, 1943-1945. International and national events including the death of Franklin Roosevelt, the abdication of Edward VIII and World War II are documented through newspaper clippings. Local events including weddings, anniversaries, death announcements and the hurricane of 1933 in Ocean City are also documented though newspaper clippings.
Evelyn Jefferson Fox papers
by Cator Family; Fox, Evelyn Jefferson (1822 – 1927)
1 box, 1 oversize box (3 linear feet)
The Evelyn Jefferson Fox papers document the activities of her family members who resided on Taylor’s Island and in Federalsburg, Maryland. Records document the family’s activities through nineteenth-century correspondence and photographs. Two photographic scrapbooks from 1910-1920 also document the cultural landscape and family activities through photographic images and newspaper clippings of Ocean City, Federalsburg, and Taylors Island.
Fairmount Academy collection
by Fairmount Academy (1853 – 1968)
4 folders (0.04 linear feet)
The Fairmount Academy collection contains unofficial records of students enrolled in Fairmount Academy from 1925 to 1968. The records have the names of the students, birth dates, tardies, absences, and academic information, as well as a class photograph. There are also papers of Frank Haynie, a local water-man, in this collection. Student records dating after 1945 are restricted and can only be viewed with special permission from Nabb Center staff.
Fairmount Academy photograph
by Fairmount Academy (1909)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Black and white photographic copy of the students, teachers and principal of Fairmount Academy, Somerset County, Maryland, 1909. The copy features numbered individuals who have been identified and names printed on the left and right columns of the image. A descriptive history of Fairmount Academy is also printed adjacent to the image.
Family Bible Collection
by Unknown (1700 – 1900s)
23 boxes (25 linear feet)
Bibles donated to the Nabb Center, whether singly or as part of a larger collection, have been integrated into this collection. A variety of print editions spanning from 18th Century to 20th century are represented, as well as various religious denominations and types of Bibles. Most of the Bibles contain hand-written notations of family history – including births, deaths, marriages and baptisms-- for several surnames beyond the title. Some may contain additional clippings or other items and some Bibles do not contain any family information. Family Bibles held by the Nabb Center and not included in this collection are also referred to in the inventory. A partial transcription of the family history pages is available upon request (full transcription will be made available online soon).
Family Files
by Unknown (Undated)
folders ( linear feet)
Family files are comprised of genealogical research related to the specific surnames listed below. Donated by patrons and staff members, these materials could include handwritten notes, obituaries, photographs, and other types of material related to the family name. Browse the inventory below for a complete list of files available in our Research Room. Please note, each file is unique. The spelling of surnames may vary.
Farlow Civil War Pension collection
by Unknown (1879 – 1920)
6 folders (0.06 linear feet)
The Farlow Civil War Pension collection contains information on six members of the Farlow family who served in the American Civil War. The collection consists of their applications for pensions, payments for disability, certificates of soldiery, and other pension-related applications from the Department of the Interior, city, and county courts.
Farm Management, Sussex Co., Del., Ledgers
by Unknown (1881 – 1950)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
Two ledgers that document the care and management of animals as well as chicken egg distribution, 1881-1926; Seaford, Sussex County, Delaware. This coincides with notations from 1893 of men who wanted to purchase cows and hogs. The author of the ledgers also wrote recipes for hog food and how to rid cockroaches, in addition to other farm activities. Written later, 1881-1950, local deaths of friends, family members and acquaintances are also noted, this includes the history of the Gardner family.
Farm Picker Ticket collection
by Jana, Jerry (circa 1930, 1950s)
2 folders (0.2 linear feet)
This collection contains approximately 435 farm picker tickets (or "checks") from farms in Maryland, primarily on the Eastern Shore. The cardboard tickets/checks were given to crop pickers to turn in for payment and feature the farm name and, occasionally, the location. While most of the tickets were for berry pickers and other agricultural crops, there is one for crabs. Also included are four canning labels for Jack's Tomatoes (Preston, Maryland), Friel's White Sweet Corn (Queenstown, Maryland), Old Wye tomato juice packed by Friel (Queenstown, Maryland), and Friel's Tomatoes (Queenstown, Maryland).
Farmer's Ledger and Postcards
by Spear, William; Tull, James; Tull, Mabel Venebles (1907 – 1920)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection contains the ledger of a farmer, William N. Spear, which documents his sale of tomatoes, cantaloupes, watermelons, and more between 1912 and 1915. Also included are 12 regional postcards sent to and from Mabel Venebles Tull and James Tull of Seaford, Delaware between 1907 and 1920.
Fassitt Family collection
by Okie, Austin (1980-2000)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains Austin Okie's research on the Fassitt family with a connection to the Ratcliff, Purnell, and Bredell families. In addition, this collection includes photos of historic markers on Virginia's Eastern Shore and Fassitt family gravestones, 1750s-1950s.
Father Andrew White Collection
by Evans, Bailey V.; White, Andrew (1865 – 1899)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a copy of the relation of the colony of the Lord Baron of Baltimore in Maryland, Near Virginia by Father Andrew White, as well as various receipts from New York and Pennsylvania.
Father Canisius Hinde's Report on Carmelite Involvement at Cambridge, Maryland, May 11, 1964
by Hinde, Canisius (1964)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This typescript account was written by Father Canisius Hinde of Whitefriars Hall of the Carmelite Church in Washington, D.C. His report details the involvement of members of the Carmelite Church in the protests and demonstrations in Cambridge, Maryland on May 11, 1964. The five page report (with an additional newspaper clipping xerox) offers a first-hand account from a demonstrator whose account concluded with the following post-script: "I am sure some day a book will be written on how these freedom songs accomplish ends that seem almost contradictory...instilling courage, solidarity and purpose. They are eloquent in asserting right and justice and yet they mellow the spirits on both ends of the bayonet and club in the direction of fraternal love."
FDR Eastern Shore Visit Newspaper Clipping
by The Salisbury Times (1938)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains newspaper articles about President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's 1938 visit to the Eastern Shore.
Federalsburg Historical Society collection
by Federalsburg Historical Society (1880 – 2010s)
1 folder (0 linear feet)
This 374-image digital collection from the Federalsburg Historical Society dates between the 1880s and the 2010s, though primarily from the 1940s to the 1960s. Included are photocopied news articles, documents, and photographs relating to the Federalsburg Athletics, as well as other Eastern Shore baseball teams.
Federated Garden Club of Maryland, District 1 records
by Federated Garden Club of Maryland (1930 – 2011)
4 cartons (4 linear feet)
The Federated Garden Club of Maryland, District 1 records document the organization’s activities on the Eastern Shore of Maryland from 1930-2011 with the bulk of the records dating from 1987-2008. Regionally District 1 is comprised of Caroline, Cecil, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, Somerset, Talbot, Wicomico and Worcester counties and their organized garden clubs. Activities including the semiannual meetings, special meetings, horticulture committee, and the newsletter are documented via meeting minutes recorded by the FGCMD secretary. Also included are scrapbooks compiled by the FGCMD historian that document the activities of the varying clubs through photographs and newspaper clippings.
Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland poster
by Federated Garden Club of Maryland (1938)
1 oversize folder (1.5 linear feet)
The collection consists of a promotional poster for the Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland. It advertises a tour of Maryland gardens and houses from April 29-May 9, 1938, with the proceeds to benefit the restoration of Colonial Annapolis.
Fehrer Newspaper and Publication Collection
by Fehrer, Ilia (1915 – 1979)
4 oversize boxes (9 linear feet)
This collection contains newspapers and printed material spanning through both World Wars, and through the 1970's. Most materials are from the Maryland general area, but also included are newspapers from Knoxville, New York and Philadelphia to show different perspectives of news reporting for the same dates. One topic of importance not pertaining to either World War is that of space travel, and the frenzy it brought to the press as seen through newspapers and printed materials in this collection. Some newspaper are full editions, however, most are partials preserving the front page and first section, and sometimes including comics and sport sections.
Ferrand Photograph collection
by Ferrand, Jeffery (1952 – 1962)
1 folder (1 linear feet)
This collection of photographs documents several aspects of life in and around Salisbury, Maryland including employment at the Wayne Dresser Factory, firemen extinguishing a downtown blaze and the aftermath of a devastating flood. Various photographs of boating, buildings and nature are also included. Photography club newsletters and a Salisbury Camera Club anniversary program can be found in the Printed Material Series. The dates associated with the photographs are not clearly known, however, can most likely be attributed to the 1950’s and 1960’s.
Fields Family Collection
by Burt, Jane (1950s, 2005-2011)
folders ( linear feet)
The Fields Family collection includes an extensive look into the lives of the Fields family in Nanticoke, Maryland. The collection is comprised of two parts, a digitized print portion that contains accounts from the Fields’ children and grandchildren growing up on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, photographs of the family, friends, locations and other items prominent in their lives. Additional information includes extensive genealogy records for the Barker and Fields families. The second part of this collection is comprised of digital film clips from family moments. The film clips were digitized from two original 8mm films. This collection also reveals a glimpse into what life was like on the Eastern Shore throughout the 1920s to 1970s. The majority of the materials were acquired by grandchild of the Fields family, Jane Beardsley Burt, who between the years of 2005 and 2011 collected material from family members at reunions and conducted extensive research.
Fields Family Ephemera
by Unknown (1913 – 1990s)
2 folders (0.2 linear feet)
This collection contains ephemera from the Fields and other families in Wicomico County dating from 1913 to the 1990s, though primarily in the 1940s.
Fields Family History collection
by Unknown (1890 – 2005)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Fields Family History Collection contains genealogical material on the Fields family. Included are pedigree charts, which are the majority of the collection and map out many generations of the Fields family. Also included is biographical information on some members of the family and a few photos of Fields family members.
First Annual Native American Heritage Festival and Powwow Program
by Collins, Charlotte M. (1994)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an official program book for the First Annual Native American Heritage Festival and Powwow at Crisfield, Maryland on May 21-22, 1994. The booklet contains interviews with local Native Americans on their own lives and the lives of famous or notable ancestors, and brief histories of select native tribes during the colonial and revolutionary periods.
First Public School Teachers in Somerset County
by Unknown (1870)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a table of the first public school teachers in Somerset County, MD dated 1870. The table separated the names by age and the county districts.
Fisher Genealogy Collection
by Unknown (1775 – 1873)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Fisher Genealogy Collection contains the genealogical history of the Fisher family. Most of the family members resided in Sussex County, Delaware. Within the collection, there is detailed information about births, deaths, and marriages of Fisher family members. There are also transcriptions of the Lt. William James Fisher collection (the physical letters reside at the Gettysburg National Military Park Archives).
Fisheries of the Middle Atlantic States Statistical Bulletin
by Bureau of Fisheries, Department of Commerce and Labor (1904)
1 oversize folder (1.5 linear feet)
Oversize reproduction of the Bureau of Fisheries of the Middle Atlantic States Statistical Bulletin No. 184, produced in 1904 by the Bureau of Fisheries, Department of Commerce and Labor. Statistics include those for states of Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia, as well as the items utilized by the fisheries and the products produced. Also printed on the bottom of the statistical bulletin is a supplementary table showing certain of the above products in number and bushels.
Fitzgerald Civil War Correspondence Collection
by Fitzgerald, Nehemiah; Reed, Elizabeth Leah (1864 – 2009)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains photocopies of Civil War correspondence written by Nehemiah Fitzgerald of Virginia. His father's side of the family came from the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Also included are We Come from Island People On Virginia's Eastern Shore by Elizabeth Leah Reed and a paper written by Lee M. Krempel entitled "The 19th Century American Letter as Literature: The Civil War Letters of Nehemiah Fitzgerald, and other supporting documentation."
Fletcher Genealogy Collection
by Unknown (1853 – 1919)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Fletcher Genealogy Collection contains one sheet of paper that has a list of many Fletcher family members. This genealogical collection has the birth and death dates of the people included.
Florence Wimbrow papers
by Wimbrow, Florence (1931 – 1932)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The papers of Florence Wimbrow document her experience as Miss Wicomico County and include a photograph of her with her "Miss Wicomico County" sash, August 28, 1931 and a photograph of her with Louise Morris, "Miss Kent Co." holding a basket of potatoes at the Farm Bureau Convention at the Lord Baltimore Hotel, January 8, 1932. There is a certificate of authenticity for each photograph and a written letter of biographical information on Florence Wimbrow.
Folk Art Artists Pamphlet
by Rehoboth Art League, Inc. (1989)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a catalog printed for the Artists and Collectors exhibition held at Salisbury University in 1989.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Folk Communication in the SSU Men's Lacrosse Team]
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1991, former Salisbury University Student John Russell collected folk material. His collection focuses on the folk speech of the Salisbury State Men's Lacrosse Team. His paper is essentially a glossary explaining the common terms heard within this folk group. It also describes the dynamics of the relationships between the team members.
Folklife Collection - "A Place That Everyone Should See at Least Once": Life on Tangier Island
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Michelle Wood collected folk material. Her collection explores the folklife of Tangier Island, Virginia, including the boat and fishing culture. Included are Wood's essay, maps and fliers from the island, and a cassette tape interview (with transcript).
Folklife Collection - "Ahh Together": Basketball and More
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Sara Wright collected folk material. Her collection explores Salisbury State University's women's basketball team as a folkgroup, including its social culture, gameplay, and superstitions. Included is her essay, a cassette tape interview (with transcript), VHS tape (with tapelog), team handouts, a media guide, newspaper clippings, and color picture prints.
Folklife Collection - "Don't Eat Before Swimming!": Folklife at the Swimming Pool
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Liz Kristian and Suzanne Yurcho collected folk material. Their collection explores the Salisbury State University Swim Team as a folkgroup, including its customs, language, superstitions, and overall culture. Included is their essay, color photographs, a list of "pool language", Red Cross training handouts, a hand drawn floor plan of the pool, and campus recreation schedule.
Folklife Collection - "Go Ahead Have a Drink" [Drinking Customs: Games at SSC]
by Salisbury University Students (1985)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1985, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For her fieldwork project, Marie Gregoire focused on the folklore around drinking during social gatherings. Her paper describes in details some of the most popular local drinking rituals.
Folklife Collection - "Gone But Not Forgotten": A Collection of Epitaths from Graveyards in the Salisbury Number Nine District
by Salisbury University Students (1976 – 1976)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1976, former Salisbury University students Carolyn M. Miller and Brenda K. Calloway collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of epitaphs from grave yards in Salisbury, Maryland's 9th election district. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and the epitaphs.
Folklife Collection - "Hey Can I Bum a Smoke?": After All, Doesn't Everybody Smoke?
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Kelly Walker collected folk material. Her collection explores cigarette smokers as a folkgroup, including their practices and jargon. Included is her essay and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - "I Golf Therefore I Am": Golfing With Friends
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Christopher Breck collected folk material. His collection explores golf lore, including gameplay, terminology, and superstitions. Included is his essay, handwritten notes, a series of handwritten interviews, and a score card.
Folklife Collection - "I'm Gonna Enjoy This"
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1994, former Salisbury University student Bruce Harrell volunteered at the Research Center for Delmarva History and Culture for his final project on folklore and folklife. His main task was to transcribe audiotapes. In this paper, he talks briefly about an interview on the Great Depression that he worked on and how he realized the worth of his contribution, which will someday help someone in his or her research. He also described what this center was like back then.
Folklife Collection - "Inside" Don's Belladonna's
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1994, former Salisbury University student Brian Newhouse collected folk material. His collection is about the folklore he observed at Don's Belladonna's, a restaurant & bar on Eastern Shore Drive, Salisbury, Md. To illustrate the diversity of this folk group, the student portrays several workers and regular customers. He also talks about his experience as a student worker there, the different sub-groups coming into the restaurant (morning, early afternoon, happy hour, late night people) and the yearly custom of appreciation party before Christmas.
Folklife Collection - "Runnin Da Street": A Study of Area Youths
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Santino S. Freda collected folk material. His collection explores the culture of a friend group of teenage African American boys, including their attire, language, and attitudes. Included is his essay and two maps of Salisbury.
Folklife Collection - "St. John's Will Shine Tonight"
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Joseph L. Pino collected folk life material. His project is on the history of St. John's High School, including the 1964-riot in Washington D.C. after a tense game opposing St. John's and Eastern, which was an all African-American school back then. On a more positive note, his paper also covers some traditions such as the dances and marches.
Folklife Collection - "Tell it to my Face if Your Brave Enough" Aspects of Graffiti as Folk Communication
by Salisbury University Students (1988)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1988, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Mary Stanton decided to work on graffiti as a form of folk communication. Not only did she put together a considerable collection of graffiti, but she also explained each discussion thread (succession of announcement and its related comments) and its context in her paper. She didn't just type the graffiti but tried to replicate them on paper as well.
Folklife Collection - "The Zoo"
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University students Kelly Palmer, Elisabeth Barfuss, and Erica Berndsen collected folk material. Their collection explores the student apartment complex in Salisbury, MD popularly referred to as "The Zoo" due to the frequency of parties there, including perspectives of students who live there as well as outsiders. Included is their essay and a microcassette of interviews (transcripts included).
Folklife Collection - A Bond Between Sisters
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student Kelly Reynolds collected folk material. Her collection explores her relationship with her sisters over the years, including childhood recollections and continued traditions. Included is her essay and color picture prints.
Folklife Collection - A Brief Ideology About M.R. Ducks
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Ramona Hall collected folk material. Her collection explores the bar and outfitter M.R. Ducks in Ocean City, Maryland, and its founders the Lewis family. Included are Hall's essay and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - A Case Study about the Conceptions and Misconceptions of Witches, Witchcraft, & Wicca
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Shariann O"Hara collected folk material. Her collection explores the Wicca Society of neopaganism and witchcraft, including its beliefs, jargon, practices, and misconceptions about the group. Included is her essay, a glossary, a series of interviews, several photocopies from books, and black and white images.
Folklife Collection - A Childhood on Hoopers Island
by Salisbury University Students (1982)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1982, former Salisbury University Student Clay Colman collected folk material. This collection pertains to Mr. Flowers, a resident of Dorchester County who grew up on Hoopers Island. He was renowned for his passion for the folklore of the Eastern Shore area. This paper is a collection of Mr. Flowers' stories and narratives from Hoopers Island.
Folklife Collection - A Collection of Eastern Shore Folk Medicine
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1976, former Salisbury University student Mary Lou Priest collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folk medicine from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - A Collection of Neck District Stories
by Salisbury University Students (1980)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1980, former Salisbury University Student Judith Richardson Howell collected folk material. Her collection focuses on stories told by her father, James Richardson. Most of the narratives are about his life as a master boat builder in Dorchester County, Maryland. Judith Richardson Howell's paper consists of a transcription of her taped interviews with her father.
Folklife Collection - A Creative Dyad
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Joni E. Simpson collected folk material. Her project is about her love for music that she shared with her friend and partner Andrea. Her fieldwork mainly consisted of them hanging out together and playing music. This paper describes their friendship and the creative activities they do together, including photography. Audiotape of their performance and photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - A Critical Review of Attitudes Toward the Role of Women in Judaism
by Salisbury University Students (1976 – 1976)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1976, former Salisbury University student Sylvia Pinhassy collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories and accounts of attitudes toward the role women play in Judaism from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - A Day in Third Grade
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Al Horsman collected folk material. His collection explores a day spent in a 3rd grade class in Cambridge, MD, including the subjects being taught as well as the behaviors of the students and instructors. Included is Horsman's essay and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - A Farm in My Community
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1990, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Ronald Knight Jr. chose to talk about the farming activities in his community in Mardela Springs, Maryland. He interviewed a farmer who lived there his entire life to know more about how they started the business and how their daily life looked like, among other things. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - A Fieldwork Study: The Reid Farm Family
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student Sandy K. Whitten collected folk material. Her collection explores the folklore around the Reid farm family. She interviewed her grandmother about the farming history of the Reid family. Her grandmother recounted how the family got involved into farming and how the farm and the family itself evolved throughout the years. Sandy learned from the interview what her family's values really were. Tape and photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - A Folk History of the Shipbuilding Traditions of Milford, Delaware
by Salisbury University Students (1976 – 1976)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1976, former Salisbury University students Joan D. Madeksza and Mary E. Slattery collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the folk history of shipbuilding traditions of Milford, Delaware. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, their stories, and a map.
Folklife Collection - A Folkgroup Study of Vietnam Vets
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1990, Salisbury University Student Chester D. Cox collected folk material. This collection is about veterans who served in the Vietnam War. He interviewed five men representing this specific folk group in order to know more about their personal experience during the war as well as their opinion about it. The paper reveals some interesting anecdotes of the time these veterans spent in Vietnam. Most importantly, it also shed light on the effects of this war on their life.
Folklife Collection - A Folklore Collection of Epitaphs and Narratives
by Salisbury University Students (1979)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1979, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Michele Soulé focused on epitaphs and tales around gravestones. Her paper includes some excerpts of the most inspired epitaphs and the narratives of two informants. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - A Gathering of Friends: A Folk Group
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student Stephen Frey collected folk material. His collection explores his group of friends and their playing of the game Dungeons and Dragons, including the game's rules and terminology. Included is his essay, notes, and a interview cassette (log included).
Folklife Collection - A Graffiti Collection from Men's Rooms at the University of Maryland & SSC
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Francis H. Stolba Jr. collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of graffiti found in men's bathrooms at the University of Maryland and at Salisbury State College. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - A Jersey Legend
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1993, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Michelle Riffle researched about the legend of the New Jersey Devil. Being from New Jersey herself, she knew the legend very well but wanted to compare her version to that of others. He interviewed different people ranging from a 6-year old child to a 66-year old woman. She enclosed some pictures, including that of the "Devil's house" in Leeds Point.
Folklife Collection - A Life of Their Own
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student Chris Mammolito collected folk material. His collection explores the men who work on tugboats as a folkgroup, including personal stories, crew duties, and language. Included is his essay, a VHS tape (with log), and several color transparencies.
Folklife Collection - A Look At Ocean City
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1992, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Lindsey Meade chose to conduct a survey on Ocean City, Maryland, to learn more about the town and its folk group. In her paper, she briefly recounts the story of Ocean City since 1869 when its first structure was built. She also gathered the perspectives of others about the town by interviewing several people, residents and non-residents. [A reformatted copy of this document can be found under FK93.025]
Folklife Collection - A Modern Day Blacksmith: Preserver of the Past
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student April Cleveland collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the craftmanship of John Austin Ellsworth, a self-taught blacksmith who run a shop called "Preservation Forge" in Lewes, Delaware. His work included 18th and 19th century restoration work, household hardware, themed portal gates, ornamental pieces, knives, etc. One thing that made his shop particular was the humorous signs he hanged in it. One of them reads: "The only person getting his work done by Friday was Robinson Crusoe"... Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - A Multi-Generation Baltimore Family
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student Bethany Rausch collected folk material. Her collection explores her family's experience in Baltimore over a span of several generations. Included is her essay, two interview cassette tapes (with logs), and two floppy disks with pictures.
Folklife Collection - A Neighborhood Monster
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Joseph Baxter collected folk material. His collection explores the phenomenon of a mythical monster called the Wampus in his neighborhood in West Haven, CT. Included are Baxter's essay and a VHS interview (transcript included).
Folklife Collection - A Neighborhood Monster
by Unknown (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Joseph Baxter collected folk material. His collection explores the phenomenon of a mythical monster called the Wampus in his neighborhood in West Haven, CT. Included are Baxter's essay and a transcript of an interview.
Folklife Collection - A Nonregional Look at Folk Medicine
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For her collection, student Connie Newcomb chose to focus on folk medicine and gathered over 30 cures from her interviews.
Folklife Collection - A Personal Introspection on African-American Speech
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Suzette Thom collected folk material. Her collection explores relations between African Americans with different dialects, mainly dialects from the USA and those originating from the Caribbean islands. Included are Thom's essay and transcript of interviews.
Folklife Collection - A Scandinavian Christmas
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, former Salisbury University student Paula Dayton collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of what a Scandinavian Christmas consisted of. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, information about the informants, and descriptions or stories about the traditions.
Folklife Collection - A Smith Islander has no need for the Furriner
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Jeremy Magorka collected folk material. His collection explores the attitude of Smith Islanders toward outsiders, as well as their traditions and rituals. Included are Magorka's essay, as well as a cassette tape interview and transcript.
Folklife Collection - A Soldier's War
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Bronlynn Turner collected folk material. Their collection explores the soldiers of World War Two as a folkgroup, including their jargon, attire, and practices. Included is their essay, black and white picture prints, a sample of graffiti, and an interview cassette tape (log included).
Folklife Collection - A Study of the Various Aspects of the Black Culture
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1992, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Kathy Nanney wanted to learn more about the African-American culture. She was from a family of European descent. In her paper, she mentions the contrasts between the two "cultures" in different situations such as a funeral. To investigate them (the contrasts) further, she attended a church service and a lecture with a predominantly African-American audience. She also got to interview someone to discuss about these cultural differences. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - A Variety of Folk Games
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Dee Stehl collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories and depictions of folk games from around the Eastern Coast. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, their stories, and multiple photographs.
Folklife Collection - Absences and False Assumptions: Discovering a Grandparent's World
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
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In 1991, former Salisbury University Student Justin Ward collected folk material. For this project, he wanted to conduct a survey on the attitudes and values of the folk group who grew up during or just after the Great Depression regarding racism, sexism, religious intolerance and more. His main informants were his grandparents who were both descendants of a migrant family. To his surprise, Justin realized that his grandparents did not seem to have observed nor experienced any of these problems. He concluded from these interviews that his grandparents may not have have picked up these beliefs. Tapes enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Actor's Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student June Wheeler collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folklore focusing on Actors from around the Eastern Shore. This collection includes a brief introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Adolescent Bathroom Graffiti
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Penny Turner gathered bathroom graffiti at Salisbury State College and Wicomico Senior High-School.
Folklife Collection - Adolescent Lore:
by Salisbury University Students (1978)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1978, former Salisbury University Student Susan Lore collected folk material. Her collection consists of scary stories and legends gathered from teenagers. Most interviews include a short description of the informant and his or her relationship with the interviewer.
Folklife Collection - Adoptees as a Folk Group
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1995, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Lee M. Stanford chose to talk about adoption. In addition to his own input, the student interviewed two other students who were both adopted. In this paper, the student talks about how some families celebrate "coming home day" in addition to the biological birthday. He also addresses the stereotypical questions that adoptees would hear often such as "Do you love your parents?" Examples of questions the student asked during the interviews: how do you call the parents who raised you? Do you want to meet your birth parents? What questions would you ask them? How do you feel about being adopted? etc. Audiotape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - African American Oral Traditions and Stories
by Salisbury University Students (1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews conducted by former Salisbury University student Dorothy Stewart in 1970, this collection contains multiple oral traditions of African American communities on the Eastern Shore. Oral traditions include lynching accounts, songs, rhymes, jump-rope rhymes, game instructions, and other stories. All interviews list personal information of the interviewer, the informant, and the oral tradition. Dorothy Stewart also provided an explanation of her reasoning behind these topics she chose for her interviews.
Folklife Collection - African American Single Mothers
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Mary Holmes collected folk material. Her collection explores African American single mothers as a folkgroup. Included is her essay, handwritten notes, and a cassette tape interview.
Folklife Collection - African American Students at a Predominantly White College
by Salisbury University Students (2003)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2003, former Salisbury University student Milah Ewell collected folk material. Her collection explores the experiences of African American students at Salisbury University, a predominantly white college, including their parties, clubs and organizations, backgrounds, and relationships with students of other races. Included is her essay, color photographs, a microcassette tape of interviews (log included), a VHS tape (log included), a craft, a brochure, a meeting agenda,
Folklife Collection - Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1994, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Erica Michelle Kreiner chose to study the folklore around the Alpha Sigma Tau sorority. Customs,traditions, symbolism, rituals, social activities, pledge rituals and more are discussed.
Folklife Collection - Alpha Sigma Tau: Songs and Drinking Rituals
by Unknown (1985)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1985, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this field project, Rena Hayes collected drinking songs, rituals and games of Alpha Sigma Tau during their gatherings. In addition to the song lyrics, her paper explains different drinking games and the context in which they are usually played.
Folklife Collection - Amateur Farmers Living in Sussex County Delaware
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Jamie Miller collected folk material. Their collection explores amateur farmers in Sussex County Delaware, including their practices and details about agriculture in the area. Included is their essay, color photographs, and a VHS tape.
Folklife Collection - American-Lithuanian Family Food Traditions
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1990, former Salisbury University Student Lynn A. Franks collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the folklore surrounding her Lithuanian-descent family heritage. Her paper is a recollection of her family history, dating back to the early 1900's when her great-grandparents came to the United States. Family traditions, recipes, and more are covered. Photographs, maps and family tree enclosed.
Folklife Collection - An Esoteric Look at Boba Fett Fandom
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Troy Nowak collected folk material. His collection explores the fan following of the Star Wars character Boba Fett. Included is Nowak's essay, transcripts from online discussion groups, advertisements, fan art samples, fan fiction samples, a glossary, and other information pertaining to the character.
Folklife Collection - An Examination of Children's Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Kimberly Parkany collected folk material. Her collection explores the folklore of children, including songs, games, rhymes, and other phenomenon. Included are her essay, color photographs, an assortment of "cootie catchers", a VHS of interviews, as well as two interview cassette tapes. Transcripts are included as well.
Folklife Collection - An Insiders Look: Folk Traditions of the Wolfpak
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student Erick Nolan collected folk material. His collection explores his male friendgroup as a folkgroup, including its growth via initiation, lingo, party culture, and other traditions. Included is his essay, a series of interviews, and color picture prints.
Folklife Collection - An Introduction to Superstitions and their Prevalence among Various College Students at Salisbury State College
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore college students in 1973, former Salisbury University student Lynda Schrider collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various popular stories of superstitions and their prevalence's among college students at Salisbury State University. This collection includes an introduction to the topic, information about the informants, and the stories themselves.
Folklife Collection - Ancient Card Game: The Tarot
by Salisbury University Students (1987)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1987, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. Associate professor Lynda Richardson contributed with a collection on tarot reading. This paper consists of a transcript of the discussions of a group of women about ancient card games and witchcraft. Photographs, tape of the interviews, a set of tarot cards, and a book entitled "Introduction to The Study of The Tarot" are enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Antique Dealers and Auctions
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Gerald J. Emerick collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of antique dealers and auctions from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, their stories, and a newspaper.
Folklife Collection - Appearances of Little People
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Collected between 1971 to 1973, these three interviews conducted by former Salisbury University students Jenny Bradshaw, Madonna Polk, and Debi Panicucci, told of local accounts of little people ("pinies") and of the sightings and interactions with them. All interviews include interviewers personal description, informants personal description, and the story told.
Folklife Collection - Architecture of Artifacts: The Farm House
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Philip V. Sellers collected folk material. His collection focuses on folk architecture, more specifically that of farm houses of the Eastern Shore. During his fieldwork, Philip took pictures of farm houses, draw their floor plans and discussed with their owners for more details about the houses. Photographs and sketches enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Archive Project
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1994, former Salisbury University student Deanna Keyes collected folk material. For this project, she worked at the Research Center of Delmarva History and Culture where she processed folklore material from previous semesters. She decided to do a slide presentation of archival materials, the working staff and the facilities.
Folklife Collection - Archiving at the Delmarva Research Center
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Courtney Gartrell collected folk material. Her collection explores working in the archives at the Delmarva Research Center. Included are her essay, an excerpt from her journal, color photographs, a list of newspaper headlines, and a series of newspaper clippings.
Folklife Collection - Art, A Touch of the Past Inspiring the Future
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1992, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Linda Shipp interviewed a patchwork paper, quilt maker and art student named Laura Twiford. This package documents the life, the creative process as well as some of the artistic creations by the interviewee. Tape and photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Assorted Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1971s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1971, former Salisbury University students professors teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of assorted folklore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Assorted Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1972 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1971, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on assorted folklore from around the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Assorted Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, a former Salisbury University student and professor, Rachel Chapman and Annette Tawes collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on assorted folklore from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes information about the informant, the collector, and the stories.
Folklife Collection - Assorted Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on assorted folklore from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes information about the informant, the collector, and the stories.
Folklife Collection - Assorted Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1970)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews with local Eastern Shore residents in 1970, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on assorted folklore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Assorted Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1971s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1971, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various assorted folklore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Assorted Folklore: Local legends
by Salisbury University Students (1982)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1982, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. This collection consists of local legends from Snow Hill, Maryland, and its surroundings. One of the topics covered relates to the old days of hanging.
Folklife Collection - Athletic Superstitions in the Professional, Collegiate, and High School Ranks
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Chris Tao collected folk material. His collection explores superstition in sport at high school, collegiate, and professional level. Included is his essay, webpage printouts, and handwritten interviews.
Folklife Collection - Autograph Rhymes
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected different types of folk speech and poetry. This collection focuses on autograph rhymes. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the rhyme.
Folklife Collection - Backpacking in Europe
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Jill Erickson collected folk material. Her collection explores Americans who backpack in Europe, including their travel habits, experiences, and tendencies while abroad. Included is her essay.
Folklife Collection - Ballet- A Tradition of Excellence
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Carrie Lynn Barnes collected folk material. Her collection explores ballet dancers as a folkgroup, including their terminology and culture . Included are Barnes's essay and entries from her personal diary.
Folklife Collection - Baltimore City Policemen
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1992, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, student Joel Carrier chose to interview a Baltimore City Policeman he met in the army. The paper tells the story of Officer Jim Holford, who served during the Vietnam, war, and describes a typical day in the life of a policeman in Baltimore City while explaining some common jargon terms.
Folklife Collection - Bartending:
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Natalie Twele collected folk material. Her collection explores the job of bartenders, including their duties, superstitions, and traditions. Included is her essay, several floor plans, a series of menus, a cassette tape interview, and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Baseball Fans: A Family Tradition
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1993, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Eric Nichols chose to talk about a passion he shares with his father: baseball. The project focus on how he and before him, his father, grew to love baseball. During a one-on-one interview, his father recounts his childhood memories and personal experiences of being a baseball fan. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Baseball is a Religion!
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1990, former Salisbury University Student Mary Lynn Crockett collected folk material. Fervent Orioles fan, she based her project on baseball fans as a folk group. Her paper is a compilation of baseball-related poems expressing the feelings of fans as well as accounts of personal stories (trips to watch games) and baseball lores. Pictures taken at Jack Russell Stadium and the Baltimore Memorial Stadium enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Bay Country Beauty Salon: A Community Within Itself
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1991, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Robin Hubbard chose to examine the folk group of a small town hair salon employees and customers. The said hair salon was owned by her mother. Her paper mainly consists of the transcripts of her interviews. Tapes and photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Bay Life, Watermen, and an Interview with Carl Tyler
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1990, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Mary Person conducted a field research on the community life near the shore and the hard labor of watermen. Her main informant was a fisherman named Carl Tyler (Khi) who recalled many anecdotes from this activity. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Beans, Wheat, and Corn: Agricultural Folklife in Queen Anne's County Maryland
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University student Laura Sanford collected folk material. Her collection explores the rural community of Queen Anne's County, MD, including popular foods, farming activities, and other cultural fixtures such as fox hunts. Included is her essay, three cassette tapes with interviews (log included), statistical charts, a map, and newspaper clippings.
Folklife Collection - Beer, Lies, and Love: True Friendship
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University students Lori Hershberger and Adriane Withrow collected folk material. Their collection explores their group of friends as its own folkgroup, including its lingo and drinking culture. Included is their essay, a cassette tape interview (transcript included), and color pictures.
Folklife Collection - Being a Twin
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1994, former Salisbury University student Sharon L. Hanna collected folk material. Her project is about the folkgroup of twins. In her paper, she shares her experiences with her twin Karen and addresses most of the stereotypical inquiries they had to deal with. She also discusses about clothing and festival rituals.
Folklife Collection - Big Liz
by Salisbury University Students (1983)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1983, Salisbury University Student Kara Kvalnes collected folk material. Her collection mainly focuses on the famous legend of Big Liz in Dorchester County, the ghost of an African-descent slave who was thought to guard a treasure in the Green Brair Swamp. The student attempted to do a comparative analysis of the versions of the story between generations. She enclosed a few newspaper clippings featuring the tale along with the tape of her interviews.
Folklife Collection - Black Aggie or Grief
by Salisbury University Students (1983)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1983, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, David Spradlin decided to base his collection on the myth around "Black Aggie." He interviewed several people who had seen and/or challenged the myth in their teenage years. He also included newspapper clippings explaining the story behind this statue. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Black Vernacular
by Salisbury University Students (1983)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1983, former Salisbury University Student Adrienne Whittingher collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the "Black English Vernacular". She interviewed three African Americans to ask about their opinion on this particular dialect (whether they think it's legitimate or not) and how they feel about standard English in school. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Black Walnut Point Lore
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, former Salisbury University student Kitty C. Spurry collected folk life material. Her project is on the history of Black Walnut Point. The paper contains several narratives and oral history from local people, along with some photographs of the area.
Folklife Collection - Body Boarding in Ocean City
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1994, Salisbury University student Fred Morgan collected folk material. His collection examines the folklore around body boarding in Ocean City, Md. In his paper, the student explains the rules by which body boarders must abide in the water such as to never steal someone else's wave. He also talks about the interactions between wave riders, the animosity shown by some older surfers (in Ocean City), and some of his encounters with "clean up sets".
Folklife Collection - Bottoms Up: A Look at Drinking Games
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Mark Dixon collected folk material. His collection explores drinking games popular with college students, including their rules, game play, and impact. Included is his essay, several interviews, rule sheets, and a hand drawn floor plan.
Folklife Collection - Camp Counselor Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1994, former Salisbury University student Barrett Bradley collected folk material. His project aims at describing how community life is like at the Johnsonburg Presbyterian Camp. Various folklore such as camp songs, attitudes, costumes and traditions are discussed.
Folklife Collection - Camp Parc Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Walter Miller collected folk material. His collection explores the folklore of Camp Parc, a camp in Pennsylvania for children with mental disabilities. Included is Miller's essay, tape logs of several interviews, and black and white picture prints.
Folklife Collection - Campground Cooking
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, Salisbury University Student Betsy Fisher collected folk material. Her collection focuses on campgroud cooking. Her paper covers typical dishes for backpacking, military camp, youth camp and the different methods of cooking on the ground.
Folklife Collection - Canal-Town Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student Robert Cox collected folk material. His collection explores the folklore of Chesapeake City, MD, including its history, demographics, and architecture. Included is his essay, handwritten interviews, picture prints, a PowerPoint on floppy disk, and a pamphlet.
Folklife Collection - Carving Collectors' Decoys on the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Judy Crocker collected folk material. Her collection takes the form of a labelled scrapbook with photographs depicting the process of carving and painting decoys.
Folklife Collection - Chan and Florrie's Archive Paper
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University students Chan Merritt and Florrie Metta collected folk material. Their collection explores stories from personal experiences and those found in the archives, including drinking games, haunted houses, and a figure known as the Hook Man. Included are the essay and interview transcripts.
Folklife Collection - Cheerleading as a Sport
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University students Danielle Glacken and Theresa Oliver collected folk material. Their collection explores cheerleaders as a sports folkgroup, including their jargon, attire, and stigmas they face. Included is their essay, handwritten interviews, and a series of term lists.
Folklife Collection - Chesapeake Bay Ferries 1919-1952
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student Dina Hutchinson collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the ferries of Chesapeake Bay from 1919 to 1952. The first part of her paper retraces the history of the bay from as early as the 1800s, followed by the personal narratives of Mr. Willard Thomas who worked on the Matapeake-Annapolis route until 1952, revealing different forms of folklore along the way. Tape and photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Chesapeake Bay Log Canoe
by Salisbury University Students (1979)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1978, former Salisbury University Student Mark Bryden collected folk material. This collection is all about the Chesapeake Bay Log Canoe. This paper reports on the history of the Log Canoe, its architecture, the folk terms surrounding it, the life of canoers and more. A set of pictures and sketches illustrates this collection.
Folklife Collection - Chicken Industry on the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University students Ann Marshall and Dorrie Seifert collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the chicken industry around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, their stories, and multiple photographs.
Folklife Collection - Childhood Songs
by Salisbury University Students (1962 – 1965)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Written between 1962 to 1965, this collection includes lyrics to three childhood songs as well as short explanations of where former Salisbury University Student Scott W. Bailey had learned these tunes. The three childhood songs about coming of age were titled 100 Bottles of Beer on the Wall, Santa Fe, and Sharptown Girls.
Folklife Collection - Childlore
by Salisbury University Students (1985)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1985, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Debbie Crandell chose to focus on child lores. She interviewed several children, asking them to describe their games and ways of playing. Different forms of folklore are covered, including rhymes, superstitions, etc.
Folklife Collection - Children are Just Plain Folk
by Salisbury University Students (1978)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1978, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For her collection, Margaret Degnan chose to use a slide show picturing children and related activities to capture the folklife of the Eastern Shore.
Folklife Collection - Children as a Folk Group
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1973, Salisbury University Student Holly Phoebus collected folk material. Her collection focuses on children as a folk group. Her paper includes a brief introduction, observations of behavior and descriptions of the encounters when young children played the games she provided.
Folklife Collection - Children Coming Together Under the Moon: A Look Behind the Scenes of Moonchildren
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Megan Kinnamon collected folk material. Her collection explores the behind-the-scenes happenings of the SU stage production of Moonchildren, including the auditions, rehearsals, and interactions between the cast and crew during the play's production. Included is her essay, a playbill, color photographs, cast phone list, stage plan, and VHS tape.
Folklife Collection - Children' Games and Poetry and Rhymes from Berkshire, Baltimore County
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Barbara Wagner collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of children's games, poetry, and rhymes from Berkshire, Baltimore County in Maryland. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, their stories and a map.
Folklife Collection - Children's Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
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In 2000, former Salisbury University student Kelly Powers collected folk material. Her collection explores the folklore of children, including popular games, songs, and rhymes. Included is her essay, an interview cassette tape (log included), and color picture printouts and transparencies.
Folklife Collection - Children's Folklore:
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1991, Salisbury University Student Tony Phillips collected folk material. His work analyzes a "childhood gang" he belonged too. In this paper, he talks about various folklore forms such as the games, rituals and the speech code of this small group of 12 children from age 9 to 13. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Children's Games
by Salisbury University Students (1976 – 1976)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1976, former Salisbury University students Fred W. Gruhn and Margaret M. Gruhn collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of children's games from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Children's Games and Pastimes
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1971)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews with local Eastern Shore residents Karen Eccleston and Johnnie Nears during 1971, former Salisbury University student Dana Johnson collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various children's games and other pastimes. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant.
Folklife Collection - Children's Games of the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Melissa Thomas collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of children's games from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and the games.
Folklife Collection - Children's Play
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Karolyn Schulte collected folk material. Her collection explores games played at an after-school children's program, ranging from board games to those musical in nature. Included is her essay, PowerPoint slides, and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Children's Poetry and Rhymes
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Clifton Earl Bishop collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of popular children's poetry and rhymes from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Children's Rhymes
by Salisbury University Students (1976 – 1976)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1976, Salisbury University Student Mary Introcaso collected folk material. Her collection focuses on children's rhymes around nine rope jumping and two hand clapping. Her paper includes a brief introduction of informants and their rhymes. each accompanied by a short explanatory note.
Folklife Collection - Chincoteage Island
by Salisbury University Students (1983)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1983, former Salisbury University Student Sally McDowell collected folk material. This collection focuses on folk narratives from the people of Chinoteague Island. Her informants provided her with a great deal of folk content, ranging from tales to folk medicine and personal legends. Tapes enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Church of God, Crisfield
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1990, former Salisbury University Student Kevin Evans collected folk material. His project is about the Church of God in Crisfield. His paper covers the history of the church as well as some personal accounts of charter members, an overview of the services illustrated with photographs, and a copy of a declaration of faith explaining the belief system of the church.
Folklife Collection - Clapping Games and Songs of Black School Children
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Wanda Goad collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of African American children's clapping games and songs from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, the games or songs, and two photographs.
Folklife Collection - Classification of Documents: Research Center
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
To gain more exposure to folk life material for his English class, Will M. Morris worked at the Research Center for Delmarva History and Culture in 1994. In this paper, the student reports on his experience and discoveries. He worked on documents compiled by Dr. G. Ray Thompson, a former chair of the History Department of SSU, who was researching about his family's history. Various records such as that of the Glass Hill Cemetery (Parsonsburg, Md) and the Militia Appointments of the Ninth Regiment of Worcester County, 1794 -1817, were included. The student enclosed a copy of each.
Folklife Collection - Classifying Superstitions in the Archives
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University students Steven Chipouras and Anthony Corea collected folk material. Their collection explores a system of classifying superstitions in the Salisbury University Archives.These classifications include human life, folk medicine, travel, communications, death, the supernatural, and the natural world. Included is Chipouras and Corea's essay.
Folklife Collection - Cognate Family Reunions
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Marion Gordy Handy collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the Cognate Family Reunions, including a variety topics revolving around the Gordy Family. The collection also includes an appendix of the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, their stories, pictures, and a newspaper clipping.
Folklife Collection - College Desk Top Graffiti
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Joanne Pope collected folk life material. Her collection pertains to college desktop graffiti at Salisbury State College.
Folklife Collection - College Drinking Games
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student Shelby Snyder collected folk material. Her collection explores college drinking games, including the differences in the games and their rules of game play. Included is her essay, a floppy disk presentation, and a series of interviews.
Folklife Collection - College Drinking Games in the 1990's
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University students Scott Deltuva, Sean Harris and Eric Wieland collected folk material. Their project focuses on drinking games played in college in the 1990's. They performed several fieldwork "parties" to observe the settings in which these games were most often played. A considerable number of games are described in their paper, including "Asshole" (a card game), "Battleship" (8 mugs and 2 quarters) and "Circle of Death" (another card game) to name a few. Photographs of cards enclosed.
Folklife Collection - College Graffiti
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Andrew Schmitt collected folk material. To conduct his project on college graffiti, Andrew Schmitt gathered graffiti texts from Salisbury State College, Essex Community College and John Hopkins University. His paper contains an introductory explanation of why he chose this project and how he went about in competing it. He then classified the graffiti by topic and commented on each of them. Some graffiti have responses below them.
Folklife Collection - College Humor and Practical Jokes
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, former Salisbury University student Suzanne Bartlett collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of college humor or other practical jokes she gathered or made up herself. This collection also includes a brief introduction.
Folklife Collection - College Superstitions
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Melinda Leone collected folk material. Her collection explores superstitions that college students have, ranging from lucky items to avoiding certain habits due to association with bad luck. Included is her essay, and a series of interviews with students.
Folklife Collection - Come Sing: The Songs of Maryland Sigma, SAE
by Salisbury University Students (2003)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2003, former Salisbury University students Chase Newman and Kyle Mitchell collected folk material. Their collection explores the songs of the fraternity Sigma Alpha Epsilon, ranging from themes of lewdness to brotherhood. Included is their essay and a series of songs with lyrics.
Folklife Collection - Commercial Advertising in American Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, former Salisbury University student Bea Desmarais collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of commercial advertising in American folklore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, information about the informants, and the various stories.
Folklife Collection - Confidential Sigma Alpha Epsilon
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1991, former Salisbury University Student Karla Graebner collected folk material. Her collection explores the characteristics of Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE). In addition to her descriptive essay of the Greek society, she also interviewed a couple of SAE members.
Folklife Collection - Could You Be Superstitious? An African American Family
by Salisbury University Students (2003)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2003, former Salisbury University student Jamale Hatcher collected folk material. His collection explores the superstitions of his African American family, including signs of luck, and religion. Included is his essay, a list of superstitions collected from informants, and a microcassette tape of interviews (log included).
Folklife Collection - Cousin's One-room School Days at West Post Office
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University student Ann Bloom collected folk material. Her collection explores her cousins' experience in a one room schoolhouse in Pocomoke, MD. Included is her essay, color and black and white photographs, a collection of swatches, and series of interviews.
Folklife Collection - Crafters as a Folkgroup
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Jessica Payne collected folk material. Her collection explores crafters and their artistic creations as a folkgroup. Included are Payne's essay, an interview transcript, and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Crisfield Cooking and Peer Group Jokes
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Kevin Sheldon collected folk material. This collection focuses on home-style dishes with seafood as the main ingredient and peer group jokes. His paper includes several recipes and a narrative of folk jokes.
Folklife Collection - Crossing the Line: The U.S. Navy Crosses the Equator
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1991, former Salisbury University Student Donna Dietz collected folk material. Her collection explores the traditions surrounding the U.S. Navy, especially the ceremony of initiation at the equator. She interviewed two former Navy sailors to know more about their personal experience. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Cruisin
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1994, former Salisbury University student Kimberly Harrison collected folk material. She did her project on antique and classic cars. Growing up around car lovers, she developed a passion for them. In her paper, she recounts how her folkgroup started a car show (Cruisin') that became very popular in Salisbury, Md. She also talks about another car show that she regularly attended in Delaware (Harrison). She also describes her folkgroup and the different activities that take place during their gatherings. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Customs and Culture. . . British Virgin Islands Style
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student Alicia Burke collected folk material. Her collection examines the changes in culture and tradition in the British Virgin Islands and how they reflect in their annual festival that celebrates the emancipation from slavery in August 1834. The paper describes the festival in modern days. Her informant, Mrs. Walters, noted that young people enjoyed the partying and forgot why the festival came about at the first place. As a result, what used to be a day of celebration lasted two weeks.
Folklife Collection - Customs and Superstitions from Sussex County
by Salisbury University Students (1974 – 1974s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Sussex County residents in 1974, former Salisbury University student Barbara Davis collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of customs and superstitions from Sussex County, Delaware. This collection includes an introduction to the topic, descriptions of the informants, and also contains multiple hand drawn sketches.
Folklife Collection - Dancers
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Sarah Auten collected folk material. Her collection explores a studio of ballet dancers as a folkgroup, including the dancers' relationship with one another and their teacher. Included is her essay, handwritten interviews, and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Dancing the Dance in the Archives
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University students Charmaine Banks and Kairlyn Smith collected folk material. Their collection explores the definition of folklife through an archival experience. Included are their essay and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Dead Heads
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student Jaimi Miller collected folk material. His project is about one specific subculture: the folk group of Grateful Dead fans or Dead Heads. As a member of this group himself, the student chose to study this topic to explain what being a fan of this rock band means, and what it involves and makes it different than any other rock bands. He also interviewed three other fans to collect their opinions and share their experiences. Tapes enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Deadhead Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
For her final project on folklore and folklife (Spring 1994), Amy Steplowski chose to talk about the fans of Grateful Deads or Dead Heads. This package contains an introductory essay about the project, the transcript of two interviews with three informants and various documents about the band. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Deadhead Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Jeff Eichelberger collected folk material. His collection explores the culture of "Deadheads", or fans of the band the Grateful Dead. Included are his account of concerts in Washington, D.C and Philadelphia, color photographs, a cassette tape interview with a Deadhead (transcript included), and a VHS tape from the Philadelphia concert (transcript included).
Folklife Collection - Deaf Communication
by Salisbury University Students (1988)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1988, former Salisbury University Student Douglass Mock collected folk material. His collection focuses on the folklore around sign language. His main informant was his brother, who has been hearing impaired since birth. In addition to a transcript of their interview, the student accompanied his paper by some photographs of his brother demonstrating a sentence using both Signed English and American Sign Language. Tape and photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Death Omens
by Salisbury University Students (1982)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1982, former Salisbury University Student DeRossetti collected folk material. This collection focuses on death omens collected during a discussion between the student and two family members (mother and aunt). This paper includes the transcript of their discussion and the student's analysis.
Folklife Collection - Death Tokens and Death Omens
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection includes multiple interviews conducted by various former Salisbury University students and faculty on the topics of death tokens, death omens, ghost stories, superstitions and other information relating to death. Most interview sheets include collectors personal information, informants personal information, the interview, and a description of interview circumstances.
Folklife Collection - Death Tokens and Death Omens II
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection includes multiple interviews conducted by various former Salisbury University students and faculty on the topics of death tokens, death omens, ghost stories, superstitions and other information relating to death. Most interview sheets include collectors personal information, informants personal information, the interview, and a description of interview circumstances.
Folklife Collection - Deer Hunting in Frederick County, Md.
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1994, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. This project afforded Kate Nelson the opportunity to investigate about deer hunting, which was a subject of controversy for her. She interviewed friends and family members using questionnaires. Then, she analyzed the information she obtained to draw conclusion on the folk group and the various aspects of deer hunting (weapons, seasons, language, clothing, rules, etc.).
Folklife Collection - Desktop Graffiti
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student William Redmond collected folk material. His collection focuses on a particular form of folklore: classroom desktop graffiti. In addition to documenting them, the student actually analyzed the artistic aspects of some of these graffiti, as well as the social context to which they apply and the possible reasons why these students left these messages, of course, anonymously. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Development of the Crofton Community
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student Allison Akers collected folk material. Her collection explores. Her paper documents the history of the community of Crofton, Maryland, and the changes brought by urbanization. Her main informant was her mother, who moved in around 1968. Overall, the paper describes the way of living in a private planned community from the perspective of a member. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Deviance and the Salisbury State University Wrestler: Selected Folk Tales from 1987 until 1992
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student Samuel T. Gardner collected folk material. His collection studies the folk culture surrounding the Salisbury State University wrestling team, which was at times obscene, sexist and racist. The student himself was a wrestler. His paper documents some of the deviant deeds of this athletic community from 1987 to 1992 such as sneaking in alcoholic beverages during bus trips, indulging into dangerous hazing rites, sexually objectifying women and even rapes. In an attempt to analyze the causes of these risky actions, the student argues that disdain towards the Athletic Department may be one of them. Another reason, he said, could be just to satisfy their egos and maintain a facade of false superiority. In this paper, he relates two cases of rape that went unpunished, and criticized the distasteful boasting and lack of consideration of his teammates towards these women. There is more to find out...
Folklife Collection - Disseminated Individuals Addicted to Perfection: Anorexics, Bulimics, and Compulsive Eaters
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Maria Eppig collected folk material. Her collection explores people with eating disorders as a folkgroup, including their struggles, attitude toward their disorder, and their desires. Included is her essay, a cassette tape interview (with transcript), and web page printouts.
Folklife Collection - Divination
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1991, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. Denise A. King decided to write about esoteric art such as card reading. The purpose of her project was to examine how poorer members of the community use divination to cope with the pressure of survival. For this matter, she interviewed her grandmother. Ghost stories, personal narratives, card reading and fortune telling are among the folklore forms covered. Pictures of cards enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Dolbey Cemetery
by Salisbury University Students (Undated)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1990, former Salisbury University Student Christy H. Dolbey collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the genealogical history of her family, tracing back to their ancestors from Connecticut. The Dolbey Cemetery in Whitehaven, Maryland, is central to her research. She interviewed a family member, Emily Griffith, who kept up the cemetery and collected information related to the history of the Dolbey family. The paper includes a transcript of their interview, maps of Dolbey propriety, photographs of the cemetery as well as copies of the correspondence between two family members trying to connect the dots of their lineage. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Domestic Cures for Cecil County, Maryland
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Cheryl Wright collected folk material. This collection focuses on folk medicine practiced in Cecil County, Maryland. Her paper is comprised of over 40 cures collected from elderly people.
Folklife Collection - Dorchester County Folk Stories
by Salisbury University Students (1976 – 1976)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1976, former Salisbury University Steve Trice collected folk life material. For this collection, his project focuses on various stories of assorted folklore. The paper includes a narration of six different stories and is accompanied by a tape of the interviews.
Folklife Collection - Drag Racing as a Folkgroup
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Eric Hoffman collected folk material. His collection explores the culture of drag racing in Frederick and Hagerstown, Maryland, including racer traditions and terminology. Included are Hoffman's essay and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Drinking Games
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University students Jennifer Gilliece and Kim Elsner collected folk material. Their collection explores drinking games played by college students, including their goals, game-play and popularity with certain student groups. Included is their essay, black and white picture printouts, and handwritten interviews.
Folklife Collection - Drinking Games
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student Kimberly R. Flair collected folk material. Her collection explores the various games played during drinking "sessions" in college. In addition to the drinking games, she also observed the small talks that went on in between them during her fieldwork.
Folklife Collection - Drinking Games (at SSC)
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Cindy Craig collected folk material. Her collection focuses on drinking games played by the students at Salisbury State College. Each student interview described a particular drinking game.
Folklife Collection - Drinking Games Among College Students
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University students Heather Chapman and Lauren Seabolt collected folk material. Their collection explores drinking games popular with college students, including the different type of games and their rules of play. Included is their essay.
Folklife Collection - Drinking Games at Salisbury State College
by Salisbury University Students (1979)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1979, Salisbury University Student Becky Reynolds collected folk material. Her collection focuses on popular drinking games like paper fold, quarters, red black or thumper. She interviewed her male and female peers from Salisbury State College to obtain more explanation about the purpose and rules of each game.
Folklife Collection - Drinking Games at SSU
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1990, former Salisbury University Student Brian Cannone collected folk material. His project explains the various drinking games played at Salisbury State College as a mean of socialization. His paper includes, among other things, some accounts of his personal experience.
Folklife Collection - Drinking Games: A Documentary
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student Heather Spangler collected folk material. Her collection explores drinking games popular with college students, including their rules and game play. Included is her essay, color photographs, and several floor plans.
Folklife Collection - Drinking Games: Facts and Myths
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Chris Lewis collected folk material. His collection explores drinking games popular with college students, focusing on the myths and reality surrounding them. Included is his essay, several interviews, and a series of observational descriptions of parties.
Folklife Collection - Dungeons and Dragons as a Folk Group
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University Student Michael O'Malley collected folk material. His work is on the folk group of Dungeons and Dragons players. In the first part of his paper, he debunks the common stereotypes associated with this game such as it being a cult or violent. He explains however that some underlying problems may worsen if the player cannot separate the imaginary from reality. He then gives more details about the game, starting by portraying each type of character and explaining the rules, superstitious beliefs and common terms used. He also points out how the game brings in diversity and cultural exchange.
Folklife Collection - Durkee Enterprises: Theatres and First Hand History
by Salisbury University Students (1987)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1987, former Salisbury University Student Mary Adams collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the history of Durkee Enterprise and the folklore around the theater business in Baltimore, Maryland.
Folklife Collection - Easter Customs
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Joanne Feustel collected folk material surrounding the family traditions on Easter. The folkgroup of interest was her own family. In her paper, she provides a background information about her family and recounts the traditions observed during Easter (and their meaning) such as the wearing of new clothes and the dying of Easter eggs. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Eastern and Western Shore Exoteric and Esoteric Beliefs
by Salisbury University Students (1979)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1979, former Salisbury University Student J. Michael Parks collected folk material. His paper provides a comparison of the Eastern Shore and the Western Shore at that time. For the purpose of this comparison, he interviewed several people both sides of the state to get their opinion about each other. The interviews mostly revealed a lot of stereotypes.
Folklife Collection - Eastern Shore Folk Games
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, former Salisbury University student Joyce O'Neill collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various popular folk games from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, information about the informant, and descriptions or explanation of the games.
Folklife Collection - Eastern Shore Folk Medicine
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, former Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Richard Turner chose to focus on folk medicine from the Eastern Shore. His interviews include a short introduction of the informant and his or her relationship with the interviewer. This paper is comprised of several unconventional remedies such as snakeskin to reduce menstrual cramps or mustard paste to soothe backache.
Folklife Collection - Eastern Shore Folk Remedies
by Salisbury University Students (1976 – 1976)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1976, former Salisbury University student Frances D. Price collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folk remedies from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Eastern Shore Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1970)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews with local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970, former Salisbury University student Annette Smith collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various Eastern Shore Folklore such as grandmas' cures, animals, superstitions, various supernatural tales, and Sussex sayings. This collection also includes an introduction to the collection and various pamphlets. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Eastern Shore Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1984)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1984, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For his project, John Adkins interviewed his grandmother, Nora Insley, in order to know more about the traditions of the Eastern Shore. The interview covered various topics such as gardening, food preservation, and local folk narratives ranging from funny anecdotes to ghost stories. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Eastern Shore Forest and Marsh Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, a former Salisbury University student Firuzan Guzey collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various narratives about the forest and marsh areas around the lower Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, their stories, and multiple photographs.
Folklife Collection - Eastern Shore Legends
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Deborah Covey collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of Eastern Shore legends. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, their stories, and multiple photographs.
Folklife Collection - Electrical Work: A Day at Horn Point
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Kevin Coulbourn collected folk material. His collection explores the work of electricians on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, including a case study of electrical work at Horn Point Laboratory . Included is his essay, two floor plans, and a collection of color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Elk Neck Hunting
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, former Salisbury University Peter L. Brown collected folk life material. This student chose to focus on stories around hunting in Elkton, Maryland. He interviewed his relatives who are trappers, hunters and rivermen themselves. His paper captures the adventures of his father and uncle in the woods and along the Elk River. Pictures enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Email Trends on the Salisbury State University Campus
by Unknown (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University students Katie Hykes and Ashley Catts collected folk material. Their collection explores the trends in emails at Salisbury State University, divided into the categories of their nature, including "sexual", "gender", "chain letters", "miscellaneous", "animal", and "life". Included is their essay, a magazine clipping, and several folders worth of email printings divided by category.
Folklife Collection - Employees of the Columbia Ice Rink
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student Katie Rhodehamel collected folk material. Her collection explores the workers at an ice rink as a folkgroup, including their superstitions, legends about their workplace, and duties. Included is her essay, a cassette tape interview (log included), color photographs, and hand drawn floor plan of the rink.
Folklife Collection - Epitaphs
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1971s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1971, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of epitaphs found around the Eastern Shore area. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Epitaphs
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on assorted stories about epitaphs found around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes information about the informant, the collector, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Epitaphs
by Salisbury University Students (1979 – 1979)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of research projects about local Eastern Shore residents in 1979, former Salisbury University student Pat LesCallette collected folk material. For this collection, his research focuses on various depictions of epitaphs found at different cemeteries around Worchester County, Maryland. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, the epitaphs, multiple photographs as well as fabric screen prints of various gravestones.
Folklife Collection - Epitaphs
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1970s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1970, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life materials. For this collection, these interviews focus on various epitaphs found around the Delmarva area. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Epitaphs from Nutter's Election District
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Jeanne Kilchenstein collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various epitaphs from the Nutters Election District in Maryland. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Epitaphs of Saint Luke's Church
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Barbara Duryea collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of epitaphs from Saint Luke's Church located in Seaford, Delaware. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Ethnography on the Diamond
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
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In 2000, former Salisbury University students Stuart Schmidt and Nick Cross collected folk material. Their collection explores the folklore of baseball, including superstitions, practices, and legends. Included is their essay, color picture prints, magazine clippings, and their paper's rough draft.
Folklife Collection - Etiological Legends
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various etiological legends. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Explanations are demonstrations of Folklore at Work
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
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In 1973, Salisbury University Student Donna Foos collected folk material. Her collection focuses on how explanations are examples of folklore in the work place. Her paper includes a brief introduction and encounters with various people where she recorded the location and the conversation.
Folklife Collection - Exploring the Archives
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
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In 1997, former Salisbury University students Kimberly Pusey and Tricia Merceron collected folk material. Their collection documents their experience working in the Salisbury State Research Center Archives, including their tasks, processes, and interesting findings. Included is their essay and PowerPoint presentation slides.
Folklife Collection - Fairmount Academy
by Salisbury University Students (1978)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1978, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on the history of Fairmount Elementary School. Student Deborah Barnes interviewed some alumni of the school to hear their recollections and provided additional documents such as a newspaper clipping and photographs to accompany her report. Most interviews include a short description of the informant and his or her relationship to the collector.
Folklife Collection - Family Customs
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
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In 2000, former Salisbury University student Kristin Beth collected folk material. Her collection explores the customs of her family on holidays, including Christmas, Easter, and birthdays. Included is her essay and a cassette tape interview with transcript.
Folklife Collection - Family Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
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In 2002, former Salisbury University student Jason Cuno collected folk material. His collection explores the folklore of his family, including heritage, military service, alcoholism, and traditions. Included is his essay and two interview cassette tapes (log included).
Folklife Collection - Family Folklore : Ghosts and Supernatural Experiences
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
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In 1997, former Salisbury University student Kelly Gilbert collected folk material. Her collection explores her own family's folklore, including her heritage and supernatural events involving her family. Included is her essay.
Folklife Collection - Family Folklore, A Folk Artist, and the Value of Education
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
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In 1992, former Salisbury University student Kristen Monks collected folk material. For this project, she interviewed her grandfather, who was an educator, to ask him about his vocation. Her grandfather was the first first-generation college student in their lineage. During his career, he contributed greatly to the field of education by introducing new methods of teaching. He also wrote stories, created puzzles and designed games for his grandchildren as a mean of communicating and educating them. Throughout her paper, Kristen emphasizes how her grandfather instilled the value of education to their family. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Family Folklore: Wood Family
by Salisbury University Students (1985)
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In 1985, former Salisbury University Student Patricia Wood collected folk material. Her fieldwork project was focused on the diary of her great great grandfather William Shephard Wood, Jr. This diary plays an important role in the Wood family. Her paper covers a great amount of information ranging from the background of the Wood family, their genealogy as well as some anecdotes about North East, Maryland, and the life of William Shephard Wood, Jr. based on the accounts from the diary. He was a naturalist and many of his expeditions are described in this diary.
Folklife Collection - Family Foodways
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
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In 1992, former Salisbury University student Dana Sepe collected folk material. Her collection documents her familiy's foodways. In her paper, she gives a glimpse of the history of her family, mostly to explain how her late grandmother played a major cohesive role in their life. In memory of her beloved grandmother, Dana put together a cookbook using her recipes and family photographs gathered around meals to illustrate it.
Folklife Collection - Family Ghost Stories
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1994, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Theresa Kelley chose to relay the ghost stories told during her family gatherings. Of Irish-English descent, her family has a rich tradition of storytelling and supernatural legends. Theresa filmed one of her family meetings (video recording and summary enclosed).
Folklife Collection - Family History as Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1985)
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In 1985, former Salisbury University Student Karen Lankford collected folk material. Her collection focuses on her family history as folklore. She put the emphasis on a family road trip across the country, from the Eastern Shore to Washington state in 1929. In an interview, she asked her father and her uncle to narrate their adventure.Tapes and newspaper clipping enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Family Holiday Traditions
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
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In 1995, former Salisbury University student Stephanie Milos collected folk material. Her collection explores her family's traditions during the holidays of Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and birthdays. Included is Milos's essay.
Folklife Collection - Family Misfortune Stories
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
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In 2000, former Salisbury University student Elizabeth Bleile collected folk material. Her collection explores her family's stories of financial misfortune, including disposing of items that would become valuable later in time. Included is her essay and cassette tape interviews (with transcripts).
Folklife Collection - Family Narrative
by Salisbury University Students (1982)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1982, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Daryl-Ann Gross collected various family narratives from her grandfather who is was a banjo player. As a background information for the rest of the paper, Daryl-Ann Gross introduced her grandfather by briefly summarizing his story from the 1920s until his retirement, describing along the way his personality and his love for music. The rest of the paper focuses on her grandfather's narratives, tales and adventures.
Folklife Collection - Family Quilts as Memory Objects [file contains a second paper by same collector about quilt patterns and mathematics]
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
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In 1992, former Salisbury University student Anna L. Erickson collected folk material. Her collection explores the aspect of quilts as memory objects. Indeed, for patchwork quilt making for example, the material used are scraps of clothing which are " apart of life". Furthermore, some quilts are made for a special occasion. There are also friendship quilts that are shared between quilters. As such, quilts serve as a trigger to remember these precious moments in the life of the quilt maker. The student interviewed several family members to learn more about the symbolism incorporated in their quilts. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Family Recipes and Crafts
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For her paper, student Nancy Baker interviewed her relatives who were housewives to collect recipes of apple butter, cobblers and different cakes. Covered are also quilting and crocheting.
Folklife Collection - Family Superstitions
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
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In 2002, former Salisbury University student Barbara Hearne collected folk material. Her collection explores her family's superstitions, ranging from religion to avoiding bad luck. Included is her essay, a cassette tape interview (log included), and CD.
Folklife Collection - Family Traditions Affected by Divorce
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
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In 1990, former Salisbury University Student Gloria Richardson Lucas collected folk material. The main object of her analysis are the effects of divorce on family traditions. She shared her own experience in her paper and emphasized on all the compromises and scheduling that have to be worked out in order to accommodate both families during holidays. She also interviewed a clinical psychologist, Dr. Jane Kunze, who conducted a research on the subject.
Folklife Collection - Farlow's Favorite Home-Made Lure
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Sandra Farlow collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of how to make fishing lures from different family members of hers. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, their stories, photograph slides, and a red box filled with examples of homemade fishing lures.
Folklife Collection - Farm Folklore of Sussex County
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University students John Murrell and Michael Simon collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitions and popular beliefs revolving around farm life on the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Farming and Logging: A Talbot County Family
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
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In 2000, former Salisbury University student Franklin Divilio collected folk material. His collection explores the culture of the farmers and loggers of Talbot County, MD, including their equipment, practices, and beliefs. Included is his essay, handwritten interviews, color picture slides, and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Farming in the Federalsburg Area
by Salisbury University Students (1982)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1982, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Richard Kreiger chose to talk about how his family got into and adapted to farming. He included anecdotes of their adventures and quotes from their family discussions. He also illustrated the paper with some pictures of their property.
Folklife Collection - Fashion: Views From School Age Individuals
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
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In 1991, former Salisbury University Student Marcia La Scola collected folk material. She interviewed several students to collect the opinions of this folk group on fashion as a way to express oneself. In addition to the transcript of her interviews, her paper analyzes the results of her fieldwork and draws a conclusion on fashion as a folk life element and a mean of identification.
Folklife Collection - Faster, Higher, Farther: Salisbury State Track and Field
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
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In 1999, former Salisbury University student Lisa Neylan collected folk material. Her collection explores Salisbury State University's Track and Field Team, including its practices, initiation rituals, and races. Included is her essay, a VHS interview collection (with transcripts), color photographs, color picture prints, and a team roster.
Folklife Collection - Female Folklore of Chesapeake and St. Martin Halls
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1991, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Cheryl Phillips chose to conduct a fieldwork on the folk group of female dorm residents. These interviews pertains to the social life of these students within their dorms. Among the folklore collected are rituals, jokes, and personal stories. Most interviews include a short description of the informant.
Folklife Collection - Festival: Greek Easter
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
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In 1991, former Salisbury University Student Wendy N. Edstrom collected folk material. Her work is on the folklore surrounding the Festival of Greek Easter. In her paper, she describes the Greek immigrants' observance of Easter celebration from her perspective as a guest. Pictures enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Field Hockey Folklore Project
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
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In 1991, former Salisbury University Student Kristen Guttilla collected folk material. Her work examines the folklore surrounding field hockey. Like in most sports, the folklore takes the forms of music and superstitions. Her interview with a coach and former field hockey player provides some insights on how this sport has evolved over the years.
Folklife Collection - Fieldwork for the Maryland Folklife Festival
by Salisbury University Students (1978)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1978, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Mary Anne Ross interviewed some prospective participants for the Maryland Folklife Festival of 1978. Her informants included a quilt maker, a blacksmith, a beaten biscuit maker and a pottery maker. This collection includes an essay on the field study, a few pictures, a tape of the interviews, and other documents.
Folklife Collection - Final Project: Baseball-Card Shows
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
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In 1994, former Salisbury University student Kevin Lipson collected folk material. His final project explores the folklore associated with Baseball Card shows. In this paper, Kevin describes the characteristics of the typical folk group who collects Baseball cards and attends theses shows. The paper also contains several accounts of personal narratives.
Folklife Collection - Fishing on the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal: Insiders and Outsiders to the Fishing Folk Group
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
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In 1999, former Salisbury University student Matt Salmon collected folk material. His collection explores fishermen of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal as a folkgroup. Included is his essay and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Folk Architecture
by Salisbury University Students (1972 – 1972s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of architecture from around the Eastern Shore; including descriptions and multiple pictures. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Folk Art
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1971)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1971, former Salisbury University student and professors, Louise Bassett and Frances D. Ballance collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various folk art, particularly wooden carvings of decoys such as ducks. This collection includes brief introductions about duck carving and provide pictures of the art. As well as most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant.
Folklife Collection - Folk Art
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
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In a interview with local Eastern Shore resident Marlene V. Gorrell in 1973, former Salisbury University students Mary Lou Bembe collected folk material. For this collection, this interview focuses on folk art. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and a hand drawn art piece.
Folklife Collection - Folk Beliefs and Lore of Commercial Watermen
by Salisbury University Students (1982)
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In 1982, former Salisbury University Student Tracy Butter collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the folklore surrounding commercial watermen of the Eastern Shore. Her paper is a verbatim transcript of a taped interview with her grandfather, Mr. Lester Lee. Personal experiences, folk beliefs, tales and more are covered.
Folklife Collection - Folk Cures of the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1987)
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In 1987, former Salisbury University Student Louann Hickmann collected folk material. Her collection focuses on folk medicine of the Eastern Shore. She gathered folk popular beliefs around home remedies from employees at the dietary department of the Wesleyan Health Care Center, located in Denton, Maryland.
Folklife Collection - Folk Cures of the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University students Cora Elliott and Phyllis Ruby collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folk cures from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Folk Customs
by Salisbury University Students (1972 – 1972s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folk customs and rituals from around the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Folk Customs
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1970s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folk customs. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Folk Customs of the HFStival
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
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In 2002, former Salisbury University student Crystina White collected folk material. Her collection explores the HFSival, an alternative rock festival, including customs of the concert goers ranging from drinking to drug use. Included is her essay, four cassette tapes with interviews (logs included), VHS tape (log included), webpage printouts, color picture prints, handouts from the show, and a floppy disk with interviews.
Folklife Collection - Folk Dyads: An Intimate Look into the Life of a Couple
by Salisbury University Students (2003)
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In 2003, former Salisbury University student collected folk material. Her collection explores her relationship with her boyfriend, including customs, language, inside jokes, and traditions. Included is her essay, black and white picture prints, PowerPoint presentation slides (transparency and print out), and a microcassette tape of interviews.
Folklife Collection - Folk Games
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1971s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1971, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folk games including descriptions and instructions. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant.
Folklife Collection - Folk Games
by Salisbury University Students (1972 – 1972s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of popular folk games from around the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Folk Games
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, former Salisbury University professors, Janice Sutton and Louise Harmon collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus various popular folk games from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes information about the informant, the collector, and a description of the games.
Folklife Collection - Folk Games
by Unknown (1970 – 1970s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1970, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories folk games including descriptions and instructions. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Folk Group: Street Racing
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
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In 2002, former Salisbury University student Daniel Rock collected folk material. His collection explores street racers as a folkgroup, including their car choices, jargon, and activities. Included is his essay, a cassette tape interview (log included), and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Folk Legends
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
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In 1993, former Salisbury University student Nicole Alison Schultz collected folk material. Her collection relays a selection of urban folk and personal legends. Her selection includes the Icelandic legend "Burning the Coffins" and the English legend "The Son Murdered by His Parents". She also interviewed several people who shared accounts of personal and supernatural legends. Tape and photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Folk Legends: Haunted Houses (Misc.)
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, all stories recorded occurred at a haunted house and are about a strange or violent event that happened there. These stories take place in various locations in the Delmarva area. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Folk Medicine
by Salisbury University Students (1972 – 1972s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folk medicines and other remedies from around the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Folk Medicine
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1980s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents, former Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folk medicines and other remedies. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Folk Medicine
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1970s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1970, Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folk medicine and other remedies. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Folk Medicine
by Salisbury University Students (1971)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1971, former Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folk medicines and other remedies. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Folk Medicine from Inman, SC and Fletcher, NC
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, former Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. Frank L. Holden's collection deals with folk medicine used in South and North Carolina. Each text contains a brief description of the home remedy and the informant. The interviewer also commented on each remedy.
Folklife Collection - Folk Medicine in the Laurel Area
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Faith Lynch collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folk medicine from around Laurel, Delaware. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Folk Medicine: A View of Folk Remedies
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
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In 1993, former Salisbury University student Julie Gellert collected folk material. She conducted a research on folk remedies. Her main informant was her grandmother who shared many cures used for generations in her family. Examples of these unconventional remedies are mustard plaster applied to the chest to cure a cold, heated salt plaster to soothe muscle pain or boiled tea bags to cure pink eye.
Folklife Collection - Folk Medicines
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of popular folk medicines and other home remedies from around the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Folk Narrative as Folklife in Lower Rural Dorchester County
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
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In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Lorraine B. Jones collected folk material in Lower Rural Dorchester County. Her collection is comprised of local legends, folk tales, camp meeting jokes, and the like.
Folklife Collection - Folk Narrative Collection
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
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In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Cheryl Payne collected folk material. Her collection focuses on folk narratives, namely local and personal legends from Queen Anne's County such as Madame Ailsie. Some local jokes and anecdotes are also reported. Her paper includes the background of her informant, her grandmother, and some comments about the collection process.
Folklife Collection - Folk Narratives of the McLeod Family
by Salisbury University Students (1982)
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In 1982, former Salisbury University Student Jeanne MacLeod collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the history of her Scottish family. For the purpose of this project, she interviewed her father, David Alan MacLeod, who had visited the MacLeod Castle in Scotland. Most of the narratives revolve around the history of the MacLeod clan from Scotland to Canada.
Folklife Collection - Folk Poet, Arnulfo Castillo
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
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In 1977, former Salisbury University student Inez Cardozo-Freeman collected folk life material. For this collection, the student chose to focus on Arnulfo Castillo, a Mexican Folk Poet in Ohio. Arnulfo Castilloused a traditional Mexican folk forms known as the "corrido", which is a sort of narrative folk song in ballad. This paper is mainly composed of samples of this form of folk poem with a thorough explanation of the meaning and the context in which it was written.
Folklife Collection - Folk Songs
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1971s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1971, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various folk songs, many times including descriptions and lyrics. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant.
Folklife Collection - Folk Songs
by Salisbury University Students (1972 – 1972s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of popular folk songs from around the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Folk Songs
by Salisbury University Students (1969)
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Collected in 1969 by former Salisbury University students Scott W. Bailey and Barbara Wachter, this collection contains multiple lyric sheets for folk songs. The folk songs contain lyrics pertaining to a local soccer team, barges, billboards, Averett College, 'Walk Shepherdess Walk', and 'Dem Bones'. Two of the songs include further descriptions concerning the context of the songs.
Folklife Collection - Folk Songs
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on assorted folk songs from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes information about the informant, the collector, and the song.
Folklife Collection - Folk Songs
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1970s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1970, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various folk songs and their lyrics. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the song.
Folklife Collection - Folk Speech
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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Between 1970 and 1973, former Salisbury University students and aculty interviewed Eastern Shore residents on local speech, such as lingo, expressions, idioms, proverbs, quotes, terminology, description of gestures, pronuncation and slang. Most interviews include interviewers personal description, informants personal description, and the story told.
Folklife Collection - Folk Speech and Folk Narratives: Slang and Jokes of Teenagers
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
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In 2001, former Salisbury University student Chris Harris collected folk material. His collection explores the slang and jokes of teenagers, ranging from innocent to obscene content. Included is his essay, a glossary, joke list, handwritten notes, and cassette tape conversation recording.
Folklife Collection - Folk Traditions and Customs of the Eastern Shore Oysterman
by Salisbury University Students (1978)
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In 1978, former Salisbury University Student Bill Busick collected folk material. His collection focuses on the traditions and customs of the Eastern Shore oystermen. He interviewed the crew of a workboat and unveiled a lot of fascinating stories.Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Folkgroup of a Women's Circle
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
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In 2002, former Salisbury University student Maggi Horseman collected folk material. Her collection explores the folklore of a woman's spirituality group, including the group's alleged paganism, identification of members as "witches", and the group's practices and customs. Included is her essay, interview logs, and color picture prints.
Folklife Collection - Folkgroup of Pole Vaulters
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
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In 1997, former Salisbury University student Joseph Houck collected folk material. His collection explores athlete pole vaulters as a folkgroup, including the groups terminology and techniques. Included is Houck's essay, a VHS of interviews, a diagram, a newspaper clipping, and a black and white picture print.
Folklife Collection - Folkgroup: Volkswagen Owners
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1993, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For his final paper, Brian Starnes chose to study pre-1978 Volkswagen (VW) owners as a folk group. His paper includes a brief summary of the history of Volkswagen and describes the different types of cars it produced during its early years. In the second part of the paper, the student portrays a typical VW owner and talks about the different VW clubs and organizations. To supplement his research, he also interviewed several VW owners and clipped a few pages of VW specialized magazines that display the earlier models of the make. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Folklife of SSU Nursing
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Lisa Garrison collected folk material. Her collection explores the culture of Salisbury State University's nursing students, including their pinning ceremony and dress. Included is Garrison's essay.
Folklife Collection - Folklore & Folklife
by Salisbury University Students (1983)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1983, former Salisbury University Student Robert Forester collected folk material. His project pertains to folklore and folklife in general. This collection is only comprised of the tape of his interviews.
Folklife Collection - Folklore Activities for Public Libraries
by Salisbury University Students (1980)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1980, former Salisbury University Student Sally Long put together a summer reading program and various folklore activities for the purpose of her English class term paper. Her project was specifically tailored for younger readerships in public libraries. This paper, illustrated with sketches, describes different instructional activities for children, including one bold creative program that she called "The Superstition Game".
Folklife Collection - Folklore and Folklife in the Ocean City Beach Patrol
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
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In 2001, former Salisbury University student Nicholas Thompson collected folk material. His collection explores the folklife of Ocean City Beach Patrol, including lifeguard duties, public perceptions, and overall culture. Included is his essay, a bumper sticker, pamphlet, map, and transcript from presentation.
Folklife Collection - Folklore and Folklife Project: The Behaviors and Customs of a Korean-American Bar
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1993, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this assignment, Kyle McIntosh studied the folklore associated with a Korean-American bar located on Route 175 in Fort Meade, Maryland. The bar was regularly attended by soldiers. In addition to observing the cultural differences when hanging out and the esoteric-exoteric factors (what they think of each other), the student also interviewed an American patron to learn more about the unspoken resentment between the two groups, which was mainly caused by historical events and the "Yellow Fever" (lust after Asian women).
Folklife Collection - Folklore Archive Project on Hanging Out and Lifestyle of Rebellious Youths
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student John Ruby collected folk material. This piece is a personal narrative. It tells the story of a young man and his "crowd". They liked satanic heavy metal rock and roll, which influenced their behaviors greatly and got them in a lot of trouble. Unlike his friends who pretended to follow the movement to look tough, John was being serious about killing people. At times, he was even convinced that the devil was in his closet. He also had a problem with alcohol but his friend's mental breakdown opened his eyes. One of his friend wanted to commit suicide and John played a major role in having him get a psychiatric treatment. From then on, he got sober and his group eventually parted from him.Al A cassette of Metallica's album "Master of Puppets" is enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Folklore Archiving Project
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1994, former Salisbury University student Christy Lynn Klinger collected folk material. While working at the archives, she processed some promissory notes dated from mid-1850s and recognized several family names that can be seen on some local road signs. She decided to investigate further about the Lemmon family (photographs of the area enclosed) and retraced its deeds and history in her final paper. Another aspect that she analyzed during her research was the language and spelling used back then, which were very different of that of her time (samples of letters enclosed).
Folklife Collection - Folklore At Floyd's Restaurant
by Salisbury University Students (1988)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1988, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Loriann Megee interviewed the employees and customers of a Floyd's Restaurant, a coffee-shop located in Millsboro, Delaware, at that time. Part of her paper outlines the conversations between the regular customers and the employees. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Folklore collected in Federalsburg, Md.
by Salisbury University Students (1972 – 1972s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Federalsburg, Maryland residents in 1972, former Salisbury University student Yvonne Statum collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various popular folklore such as songs, legends, myths, speechs, medicines, and other stories. The collection also includes a brief introduction, and personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant..
Folklife Collection - Folklore Curriculum Guide for Grade 11 Vocational Students at Easton High School
by Salisbury University Students (1978)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection outlines a curriculum guide for grade 11 vocational students at Easton High School from 1978 by Kathy Smock. It covers various genres including customs, folk medicine, legends, rhymes, tales, superstitions, etc. Included are also a folklore pretest and unit test as well as the guidelines for folklore term projects.
Folklife Collection - Folklore Fieldwork Project of Hip-Hop / Rap Fans
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student W. Wirt Wolfe, III collected folk material. He conducted a fieldwork to study the customs and traditions of the folk group of hip-hop and rap fans. The first part of his paper retraces the history of hip-hop music. Then it attempts to portray what a hip-hop fan is by exploring the different aspects that distinguish this group such as fashion, attitudes, communication and more. Wirt interviewed several peers to supplement his analysis.
Folklife Collection - Folklore in Greek Letter Fraternities and Sororities
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1994, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Sheryl-Lynne Fink decided to talk about the folklore associated with SSU Greek-letter fraternities and sororities. During her fieldwork, the student recorded several types of association meeting (Videotape and copy of some lyrics enclosed).
Folklife Collection - Folklore in Soccer
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University student Michelle Rowland collected folk material. Her collection explores folklore of the soccer team at her high school, including the players' uniforms, superstitions, and traditions. Included is her essay, a cassette tape interview (log included), and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Folklore Life on Farming
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Rachel Walker collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folklore life about farming from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Folklore Medicine
by Salisbury University Students (1976 – 1976)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1976, former Salisbury University student Judith C. Moody collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folklore medicine from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Folklore Narratives
by Salisbury University Students (1984)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1984, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Barbara Audet collected various genres of folklore from her family members. It includes the story of the Queen of Kikuyuland, Africa, which uncovers some customs and traditions of the Kikuyu tribe along the way. Included is also the background history of her own family, narrated by herself. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of a Haunted House; Memorates of Point Patients
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Kimberly Farley collected folk material. Her collection explores the alleged haunted house Point Patients in Solomons, Maryland. Included are an essay on methodology of the study, a cassette tape of interviews, a transcript of the interviews, a map of Southern Maryland, and black and white photos.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of a House
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Erica Wildes collected folk material. Her collection explores the folklore of an alleged haunted house in Maryland, including the experiences of those living in the house. Included is her essay, a floor plan, and both black and white and color pictures.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of a SSU Student Organization: StarNet Society
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student John Yackel collected folk material. His collection explores the culture of Salisbury State University's StarNet Society, including their interest in science fiction, anime, role playing games, as well as common expressions used by the members. Included is his essay and a floppy disk.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of Calvert County
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University students Bonnie Wood and Jimmy Liu collected folk material. Their collection explores the folklore of Calvert County, MD, including speech, traditions, and tobacco culture. Included is their essay, an interview cassette tape, black and white picture prints, photo copies from books and newspapers, and a list of expressions from the area.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of Children
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student S. Jean Stevens collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of children's folklore from around Cambridge, Maryland. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of Children's Games in the Salisbury Area
by Salisbury University Students (1974 – 1974s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1974, former Salisbury University student Joe Dietrich collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various popular children games from around the Salisbury area. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and a description of the game.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of Field Hockey
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Catherine Clagett collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories that follows the lives and customs of four college field hockey players. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of Four Wheeling
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1994, former Salisbury University student Jason Courtney collected folk life material. His research explores the folklore surrounding four wheeling. According to his essay on this subject, four wheeler constitute a specific folk group with its own folk speech and customs. His essay provides a lot of details about this outdoor activity.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of Horse Racing
by Salisbury University Students (Undated)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1994, former Salisbury University student Chris Timmerman collected folk material. His contribution was drawn from his observations at the horse racing track. This paper tells us about the different groups of people who attend horse races, the superstitious beliefs and traditions around betting, their clothing,etc.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of Individuals Diagnosed with Personality Disorders
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1992, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, psychology student Joseph Robertson conducted a study on individuals diagnosed with personality disorders. In the first part of his paper, Joseph tells the story of his older brother who dealt with schizophrenia. He then introduces his friend who suffered from depression and personality disorder. As far as folklore is concerned, the student studied how these people feel about their situation within society. Instead of interviewing them directly though, he used an observational approach. Booklets about Schizophrenia and Dual Diagnosis enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of Lacrosse
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Christopher Kelly collected folk material. His collection explores the folklore of the Salisbury State University lacrosse team, including the sport's history, party culture, and stigmas the players face. Included is Kelly's essay, color photographs, and questionnaires filled out by lacrosse players.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of Male College Roommates
by Salisbury University Students (Undated)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student Jake Szczygiel collected folk material. His collection explores the folkgroups he belongs to as a roommate and former boyfriend. Included is his essay.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of Mentally and Physically Handicapped Children
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student Anastacia Sparks collected folk material. Her collection explores the folklore surrounding children with mental and physical disabilities. During her fieldwork, she observed a class of children at the Winchell School in Absecon, New Jersey to examine the way they communicate with each other. Her main informant was her sister Marie.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of Motorcycle Riding
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1994, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Richard Wiesberg and Chad Metzinger researched about the folklore related to motorcycle riding. They interviewed two fellow bikers with completely opposite inclinations to ask them why they preferred their style of motorcycle over another (cruising vs. sport). Several characteristics of this folk group such as clothing and nonverbal communication are also discussed, along with some accounts of violent accidents.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of my Family
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student Jessica Rider collected folk material. Her collection explores the folklore of her own family, notably their holiday traditions. Included is her essay and color transparencies.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of Ocean City and the People
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1992, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. This collection reports a survey on Ocean City, Maryland, and its residents. In this paper, student Tracy Shreiber briefly retraces the story of Ocean City since 1869 when its first structure was built. Interviews of several people, residents and non-residents, were also conducted. [This piece is a reformatted copy of FK92.030]
Folklife Collection - Folklore of Racing Sailors
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Keith Stanton collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folklore about racing sailors from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of Salisbury University's Theater Ensemble
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University students Kimberly Shields and Adam Kondziola collected folk material. Their collection explores the folklore of Salisbury University's theater ensemble, including customs, games played, jargon, superstitions, and legends. Included is their essay, a VHS tape (with log), and several lists.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of SSU Glass Students
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student Jason Wheatley collected folk material. His collection explores glassblowing students at Salisbury State University as a folkgroup, including their attire, terminology, music choices, and friendships outside of the studio . Included is his essay, a cassette tape interview, glossary, and photo slides.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of the African American, Middle Aged, Professional, Male Homosexual
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Robert Nichols collected folk material. His collection explores gay black professionals as a folkgroup, including the struggles and stigmas they face. Included is Nichols' essay and an interview within it.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of the Depression
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Jane Carona collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various folklore of the Depression era from around the Eastern Shore. This collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and the various interviews or stories.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1978)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1978, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. In this particular collection, former teacher Suzanne R. L. Storman covers a vast array of materials ranging from folk poetry to folk lore, architecture and some local traditions.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, Salisbury University Student Barbara Grogan collected folk material consisting of home remedies, different recipes for bread, corn pone and soap as well as other household chores. Her paper includes a brief introduction of informants and the transcripts of their interviews.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of the Happy Timers Club
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Walt Hyland collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the Happy Timers Club of Salisbury, Maryland. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Folklore of Women's Aerobics
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1994, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Angela Esposito chose to talk about the folklore surrounding the an Ocean City club aerobics classes. She had a collective interview with five of its members (tape enclosed).
Folklife Collection - Folklore Project
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1994, former Salisbury University student Lori Ward collected folk material. For this project, she chose to talk about her days at the camp with her church youth group; the Baptist Action Youth of Crisfield, Md. This week-long camp welcomed around 700 people from all over the Eastern states and was rich in folklore. In this paper, the student describes entire week with the different programs and traditions, and how the participants interact with each other. Some accounts of personal narratives are also narrated. She also mentions the existence of rumors and gossip about sexual activities around the camp.
Folklife Collection - Folklore Project: The College Scene
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1991, former Salisbury University Student Travis Benner collected folk material. This collection examines the dynamics of college life. All in all, this paper essentially describes the different social activities students indulge into, such as drinking games, road trips, sports, music, parties, etc.
Folklife Collection - Folklore/Folklife Proverbs
by Salisbury University Students (1979)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1979, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. Karen Young collected proverbs and sayings in the form of an interview. The informants provided explanation and anecdotes around sayings like "Whistlin' women and a crowin' hen ain't fit for God nor the devil." and many more. As the student pointed out in her introductory essay, some stereotypes and narratives were inevitably connected to this topic.
Folklife Collection - Folklore: Working in the Delmarva Archives
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Meredith Wagner worked at the archives to get a first-hand experience with folklore materials. Her main tasks involved preserving documents. In her paper, she talks about what she had learned and emphasized one particular project she worked on: a set of confirmation certificates and other documents that belonged to the Glocks, a family of Lutheran faith from Baltimore. She also described some of the folklore collections she worked on.
Folklife Collection - Following the Water
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Gloria Horner collected folk material. Her collection explores the culture and folklore of Chesapeake Bay watermen. Included are Horner's essay, a list of terms used by Watermen, and a VHS interview with her waterman husband John Horner (transcript included).
Folklife Collection - Forest Park High School Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1972 – 1972s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of Eastern Shore residents in 1972, former students at Forest Park Senior High collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on folk customs and stories of mysterious deaths, death signs, or unaccountable experiences. This booklet includes personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant.
Folklife Collection - Friendship, Peace, Love, and Happiness: The Grateful Dead and their Fans
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, Salisbury University students were required to collect local folk material for their English class. Intrigued by the success of the Grateful Dead, Suzanne Pfuhl chose to investigate this band to understand why they could possibly appeal to people. She discovered that it had a lot to do with the band's philosophy of celebrating life, spreading happiness and interacting with their fans. Her discussions with several "Dead Heads" helped her understand and assess the attitudes of these fans.
Folklife Collection - From 1899 to Flip Cup: Alpha Sigma Tau Songs and Drinking Rituals
by Salisbury University Students (Undated)
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In 2003, former Salisbury University students Kyndele Cooke and Diana Shepherd collected folk material. Their collection explores the songs and drinking games of the sorority Alpha Sigma Tau. Included is their essay, a SHG tape of interviews (log included), PowerPoint presentation slides, a series of song lyrics, and a collection of drinking game rules.
Folklife Collection - Funeral Directors
by Salisbury University Students (1980)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1980, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Marie Helene Cifala focused on narratives told by morticians. She interviewed several funeral directors to ask about the weirdest requests and cases they had worked on. This folkgroup is a gold mine of fascinating stories to say the least.
Folklife Collection - Games of America
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Michelle DiPaula collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various popular games from around the Eastern Shore and other locations. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and the game descriptions.
Folklife Collection - Games to Drink to: Drinking Games of Salisbury University Students
by Salisbury University Students (2003)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2003, former Salisbury University student Tabitha Guns collected folk material. Her collection explores drinking games popular with students of Salisbury University, including their rules and gameplay. Included is her essay and a microcassette tape of interviews (log included).
Folklife Collection - Gay Women: From the Outside
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1990, former Salisbury University Student Shari L. Rupertus collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the folkgroup of women having same sex relationships, from an external perspective. In her paper, she points out how her informants rejected the term "homosexual" and preferred "gay", claiming that their lifestyle was not necessarily about sex. Furthermore, she rebukes many stereotypes about this folkgroup, explains their folk speech, and shares her personal experience of dealing with a friend who was bullied for being "gay".
Folklife Collection - Genealogy as Family Tradition
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student Louis Ewing collected folk material. His collection explores phenomenon of genealogy. Included is his essay, several email questionnaires, and photocopies from a book.
Folklife Collection - Ghost Stories of Harper's Ferry
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, Salisbury University Student Kim Rollison collected folklore material with a focus on the ghost stories of Harper Ferry, West Virginia. For this project, she interviewed her peers, relatives and other Harper Ferry residents. In this paper, she talk about her experience and the difficulties encountered during the collection process while introducing her informants at the same time. The paper then provides with a detailed transcript of her interviews and the tales.
Folklife Collection - Ghost Stories of the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student Wendy Bauer collected folk material. Her collection explores the ghost stories from the Eastern Shore. Her paper contains accounts of popular legends gathered from family members and friends from different age groups.
Folklife Collection - Ghost Stories, Supernatural Legends, and Memorates
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection, between 1970 to 1973 former Salisbury University students and faculty members interviewed Maryland locals on stories of supernatural occurrences. Many were told as scary stories and ghost stories meant for children, others were described as legends or personal encounters. Most interviews include an interviewer's personal description, an informants personal description, and the story itself.
Folklife Collection - Ghost, Monsters, and Other Favorite Haunts
by Salisbury University Students (1977 – 1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, Salisbury University Student Alex Slavin collected folk material. This collection focuses on local haunted house stories and unexplained occurrences. The paper encompasses ten short texts describing the local beliefs and strange phenomena, accompanied by photographs of some of the structures. Among these stories is "The Old Plantation House" where it is believed that its former owners, who were massacred by the slaves after the civil war for being so cruel towards them, haunted the house.
Folklife Collection - Girls' Sleepover Games
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Kristin Rosso collected folk material. Her collection explores games played at girls' sleepovers, ranging from social to supernatural in nature. Included is her essay and handwritten notes.
Folklife Collection - Grace (Religion)
by Salisbury University Students (1970)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970, former Salisbury University students collected folk speech, this collection focuses on different variations of Grace or prayers to give thanks. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the passage.
Folklife Collection - Graffiti
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1973, Salisbury University Student Pamela Gentile collected folk material. Her collection focuses on various graffiti drawings and writings in bathroom stalls in various buildings at the University of Oregon. Her paper includes a brief introduction as well as replication of some of the graffiti markings.
Folklife Collection - Graffiti in Salisbury, Berlin, and Ocean City
by Unknown (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, student Barbara Britt photographed, sketched and wrote down graffiti from several places and commented on their meaning.
Folklife Collection - Grandfather Tales
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Warren Swab collected folk material. His collection explores his grandfather's experience with the Boy Scouts of America and his grandfather's collection of Native American artifacts, encompassing two folkgroups. Included is Swab's essay, a cassette tape interview (tape log included), and color photo album.
Folklife Collection - Grandpa's War Stories
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student Keith J. Wilson collected folk material. His collection retraces the war stories of his grandfather. One interesting thing that Keith pointed out in his essay is how his outlook has changed over the years. As a child, he thought that his grandfather was the good guy who shoot bad guys. During this interview, however, he realized that his grandfather did not hate the Germans, which made him reflect on how he was taught to hate any other country against the United States. All in all, the interview helped him learn more about his grandfathers and his beliefs. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Gravestones and Epitaphs
by Salisbury University Students (1972 – 1972s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various gravestones and epitaphs from around the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Gravestones Located in the Forests of the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Wes Turner collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various descriptions of gravestones located in forests from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, the descriptions and a map.
Folklife Collection - Gravestones: The Voice of Time
by Salisbury University Students (1975)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1975, former Salisbury University student Sara Timmons collected folk material. Her explores gravestones, their design, messages, and those who carve them. Included is her essay and a series of interviews.
Folklife Collection - Greenwood Mennonite Community
by Salisbury University Students (1984)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1984, former Salisbury University Student Ruth Swartzentruber collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the folkgroup of Conservative Mennonite of Greenwood, Delaware. Her paper includes an introductory essay about the values the Mennonites believe in, and later explains the customs and traditions of her community. Labelled pictures of a typical gathering are also included.
Folklife Collection - Guatemalan Folklore and Folklife
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Elizabeth McCarron collected folk material. Her collection explores Guatemalan folklore and folklife, including traditions, superstitions, and culinary culture. Included is her essay, color photographs, and color picture prints.
Folklife Collection - Handcrafted Smoking Paraphenalia of Baltimore County Drug Culture
by Salisbury University Students (1974 – 1974s)
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In a series of interviews of local Baltimore County residents in 1974, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various handcrafted smoking paraphernalia of Baltimore County and other stories about the counties' drug culture. This collection includes personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, an introduction to the topic, as well as multiple pictures.
Folklife Collection - Hanging Out at the Top of a Patriarchy
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
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In 1995, former Salisbury University student Tom Harris collected folk material. His collection explores the patriarchal system he found himself benefiting from while working at Freddie's Pizza in Ocean City, Maryland. This involved the male workers being able to take a relatively laid back approach to their jobs and "hang out" while the female workers were not given this liberty. Included are Harris's essay, color photographs, a VHS of Freddie's Pizza (transcript included) , and an interview on cassette tape with several male Freddie's workers (transcript included).
Folklife Collection - Hanging Out in Seaford, Delaware
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
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In 1993, former Salisbury University student Marc Dickerson collected folk material. His project describes the communities and the leisure activities that people indulged into in Seaford, Delaware. For instance, the gyms were the favorite place to watch Basketball games together during the Winter. In the Fall, people gathered at the football fields and hanging out at the ballpark was more of a Spring activity. The paper also mentions the different activities in town and what to avoid when going "uptown" where the community was very wary of outsiders.
Folklife Collection - Harness Racing on Maryland's Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1991, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, David Sommer interviewed two men involved in training horses for harness racing. For these interviews, he decided to video-tape his informants at work. These videotapes are enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Headstones and Epitaphs
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Nancy Daniel collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories and depictions of headstones and epitaphs from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, their stories and multiple photographs.
Folklife Collection - Heart to Heart
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1994, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Dana Peterson chose to perform a 4-week fieldwork at the Cardiac Rehabilitation Center of PRMC (Peninsula Regional Medical Center). She socialized with the participants during their workout sessions and collected various folklore during their interactions (beliefs, attitudes in life, jokes, personal narratives, xerox). The student also photographed the group and the facilities. Slides, humorous cartoons, and magazine articles enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Herbalism: Wise Women in the New Age
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
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In 1993, former Salisbury University student Pamela DeSanto collected folk material. Her project is about herbalism and two women who were seeking to become non-conventional healers ("wise ones"). Her paper recounts the difficulties that these women faced because of the negative image of their practices as well as the variety of concepts they studied (Wiccan studies, reiki, channeling, using crystal, etc.). In addition, Pamela researched and compiled a selection of common remedies from several books. She also included the transcripts of her interviews with her informants, which provide a great deal of details about their beliefs and their stories. Tape and pictures enclosed.
Folklife Collection - High School Field Hockey Team
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
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In 2001, former Salisbury University student Sarah Basilotto collected folk material. Her collection explores her high school's field hockey team as a folk group. Included is her essay, a series of interviews, a collage of color pictures, and several additional color picture prints.
Folklife Collection - High School Soccer
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
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In 2000, former Salisbury University students Bryan Dorsey and Matt McCorkle collected folk material. Their collection explores the Bowie High School soccer team as a folkgroup, including their gameplay, traditions, and history of the sport. Included is their essay and a cassette tape interview.
Folklife Collection - High School Volleyball as a Folk Group
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
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In 2001, former Salisbury University student Lisa Headd collected folk material. Her collection explores her high school volleyball team as a folk group, including its attire, game play, and other customs. Included is her essay and a series of interviews.
Folklife Collection - Hippies of the New Generation: A Study of the Phishhead Culture
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
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In 1999, former Salisbury University student Meggan Heinz collected folk material. He collection explores the culture of "Phishheads", or fans of the jam band Phish, including a comparison of them to the hippies of the 1960s and 70s. Included is her essay, color photographs with written descriptions, and a microcassette interview (with transcript).
Folklife Collection - Hippies: A Generation Gap
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
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In 1999, former Salisbury University student Erin Piechowiak collected folk material. Her collection compares the hippies of the 1990s to their 1960s counterparts, including differences in motivation and the attitudes of the two groups toward each other. Included is her essay, handwritten notes and floor plans, a list of interview questions, and a black and white photograph.
Folklife Collection - Hockey Fans
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
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In 1994, former Salisbury University student Patrick Sullivan collected folk material. His collection documents the folklore associated with hockey fans. In this paper, he describes some of the superstitions and stereotypes that pertain to this folk group. He also shares his reminiscences of him attending the games with his mother. The student have collected many souvenirs of the Washington Capitals over a period of 10 years. He parted with some of them for this project (pon poms, player trading cards, autographs enclosed).
Folklife Collection - Home Beauty Aids of the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Phyllis A. Hastings collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of home beauty aids from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Home Remedies
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, former Salisbury University student Constance Kirk collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of popular home remedies from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, information about the informant, and the stories.
Folklife Collection - Home Remedies of the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1992, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Jennifer K. Brohawn collected home remedies from the Eastern Shore. She interviewed five residents and gathered a great deal of folk remedies such as using buttermilk to reduce freckles, using chewed tobacco to treat a bee sting, rusting a nail in an apple to get iron supplement, and many more.
Folklife Collection - Home Remedy Variations
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Joyce A. Sherwood collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of home remedies from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Hospital Folk Speech
by Salisbury University Students (1977 – 1978)
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In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Paige D. Murray collected folk material. She chose to focus her project on folklore around the medical profession, as it is one the least explored groups. In this paper, Paige Murray explains different hospital terms such as "bag the patient", "code blue", "squirrel" and many more.
Folklife Collection - House Types of the Salisbury Area
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1974, former Salisbury University student Alicia Vice collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories and descriptions of house types from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - How the World of Business has Changed over the Past 30-40 Years
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1991, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Todd Blackiston interviewed several people to ask them how and what has changed in the world of business, putting a special emphasis on the place of women in business. His paper analyzes the different aspects that helped change the business world. This package also contains the interview cards used during the fieldwork.
Folklife Collection - Humorous Anecdotes: Local Events and Characters, Family Stories
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various humorous anecdotes about local events, characters, and family stories. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Hunting
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
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In 1991, former Salisbury University Student Jojo Benzon collected folk material. Her work focuses on the folklore around hunting as a sport. This collection mostly contains the personal narratives, legends, customs, superstition, folk speech and more.
Folklife Collection - Import Car Enthusiasts
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
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In 2001, former Salisbury University student Robert Deyo collected folk material. His collection explores imported car enthusiasts, including their interests, jargon, and overall culture. Included is his essay, a VHS tape (with log), a series of magazine clippings, color picture prints, and pamphlets.
Folklife Collection - In the Beginning: A Collection of Children's Creation Myths
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore children in 1973, former Salisbury University student Suzanne B. Hurley collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various myths created by children. This collection includes a introduction to the topic, descriptions of the informants, and the myths collected.
Folklife Collection - Inside the Salisbury University Football Team
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
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In 2002, former Salisbury University student collected folk material. His collection explores the Salisbury University Football Team, including the team's superstitions and myths and realities that surround the team. Included is his essay, a microcassette interview (with log), a student newspaper, and color picture prints.
Folklife Collection - Internship: Nabb Center
by Salisbury University Students (2003)
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In 2003, former Salisbury University student Matthew Elliott collected folk material. His collection explores his experience working as a Nabb Research Center intern. Included is his essay.
Folklife Collection - Interview and Analysis: Turkish Folktales
by Salisbury University Students (1982)
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In 1982, former Salisbury University Student Paula Sue Reardon collected folk material. Interested in other cultures, she decided to collect Turkish Folktales. Her paper is essentially comprised of a transcript of her taped interviews with her informants (of Turkish descent) who are briefly introduced at the beginning, and an analysis of the collection process.
Folklife Collection - It's Just Not The Same Without Croghan Bologna
by Salisbury University Students (2003)
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In 2003, former Salisbury University student Ivy Alderton collected folk material. Her collection explores the tradition of eating Croghan bologna in her family, including family stories of it being served, and a brief history of the food company itself . Included is her essay, a color photograph, and cassette tape with interview (log included).
Folklife Collection - Jewish Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, former Salisbury University student Ruth Spinak collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of Jewish folklore from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, information about the informant, and the stories.
Folklife Collection - Jewish Folklore: Hope and Survival, A Way of Life
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1994, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Elisa Slutzky decided to do a comprehensive examination of the way of life of Jewish people. Her paper captures the folklore of Judaism and its unique culture. In addition to her research, she interviewed two informants. Among the types of folklore discussed are symbolic objects (Mezuzah, Menorah, etc.), the belief system, holiday customs and many more. Tapes enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Jokes and Tall Tales
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various jokes and tall tales. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Jokes Collected From Fifth Graders
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1971)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1971, former Salisbury University professors Anne Blank collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on jokes collected from fifth graders from various schools located around the Eastern Shore . Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the joke.
Folklife Collection - Jokes from College Campuses
by Salisbury University Students (1974 – 1974s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore college residents in 1974, former Salisbury University student Rebecca Benjamin collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various popular jokes from college campuses around the Eastern Shore. This collection includes a brief introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and jokes.
Folklife Collection - Jokes of Delmarva
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Debra Hickman collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various popular jokes from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their jokes.
Folklife Collection - Jokes: A Collection
by Salisbury University Students (1978)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1978, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For her term paper, Rosemary Truitt collected jokes and folk narratives from her friends. Her paper includes a brief introduction of her informants.
Folklife Collection - Judith Goes to the Archive
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University student Judith O'Hehir collected folk material. Her collection explores her duties as an intern at the Nabb Research Center.
Folklife Collection - Jump-Rope Rhymes
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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This collection includes many childhood jump-rope rhymes and songs used while playing the game. These rhymes were collected through interviews with Eastern Shore locals and conducted by former Salisbury University students and teachers. Many of these interviews include descriptions of the interviewer, the informant, the rhyme, and background material.
Folklife Collection - Just a Little Piece of Fun: Internet Folklore Contained in Chain Letters
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
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In 1999, former Salisbury University student Laura Fearins collected folk material. Her collection explores the internet phenomenon known as chain letters. Included is her essay and several sample chain letters.
Folklife Collection - Kenwood's High School Football Team
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University student Steve Griffin collected folk material. His collection explores the Kenwood High School Football Team, including its rules, subgroups, and traditions. Included is his essay and a microcassette interview (log included).
Folklife Collection - Laughter from the Time You Walked In, Until the Time You Went Home
by Salisbury University Students (1982)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1982, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Bill Meike interview some alumni of the St. John's College High School from two different time periods (the class of 1951 compared to the class of 1976). Reminiscences, anecdotes, traditions, and more are found in this paper.
Folklife Collection - Laurence G. Hotton Family Lore
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Charlotte A. Hotton collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of Laurence G. Hotton and his family located in Salisbury, Maryland. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Legend and Legend Tripping of
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
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In 2000, former Salisbury University student Robert Rauser collected folk material. His collection explores a derelict institution popularly called "creepy college" in Ellicott City, MD, including experiences of those who have explored the premises illegally. Included is his essay, color picture prints, and a interview cassette tape (log included).
Folklife Collection - Legends
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1971s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1971, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various legends from around the Delmarva area. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Legends
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1971s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1971 former Salisbury University student Bryan Briddell collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various legends from around the Delmarva area. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Legends by Southern Narrators
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Ken Wise collected folk material. His collection explores a collection of personal and communal stories told by his Southern father. Included is his essay, interview CD (with log), and color picture prints.
Folklife Collection - Legends of / from Foreign Countries
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1972)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk materials. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of legends from different foreign countries. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Legends of 150 Years: Mount de Sales Academy
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
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In 2002, former Salisbury University student Laura Duerbeck collected folk material. Her collection explores legends of Mount de Sales Academy, including student suicides, superstitions, and other stories. Included is her essay, black and white pictures, school distributed information packs, document photocopies, and a microcassette interview (log included).
Folklife Collection - Legends of Maryland
by Salisbury University Students (1977 – 1977)
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In 1977, Salisbury University Student Ann Kaler collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the historical legends popular across the state of Maryland. In this paper, Ann Kaler describes her experience while interviewing her informants, analyzing how the stories were told. She gathered a total of nineteen short texts of urban legends. What stands out in this particular project is that the student used a different angle to record the stories by including all the details of the interviews, including laughs, pauses, and comments of other participants in the room. Included in the topics are the "Witch Marks Stone", "Hookman", "Pocomoke Bridge", "Warren Mansion", "Little Big Man" and more.
Folklife Collection - Legends of Patty Cannon
by Salisbury University Students (1978)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1978, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Melanie Beth Echard chose to investigate on the life of Patty Cannon, known for engaging in slave trade and other crimes. Most interviews include a short description of the informant, but some were not recorded.
Folklife Collection - Legends of Snow Hill and Pocomoke Forest
by Salisbury University Students (1982)
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In 1982, former Salisbury University Student Cathy Bounds collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the legends of the Snow Hill and the Pocomoke Forest. Each interview transcript includes a brief introduction of the informant.
Folklife Collection - Legends of the Pocomoke Forest
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
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In 1993, former Salisbury University student Richard Rice and Kevin Hill worked together to collect folk material. Their object of research was the lore of the Pocomoke Forest. Though they were already well acquainted with the legends related to this forest as they used to hang out there often, they figured that a resident would know more stories.Their paper retraces their fieldwork and the mishaps they experienced when trying to get an interview. They finally managed to record one... in a public bathroom. Afterwards, they went together to the forest to try these legends out. Photographs, audiotape and videotape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Legends on Maryland's Eastern Shore: Have they changed throughout their existence?
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
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In 1999, former Salisbury University student James Bilbrough collected folk material. His collection explores legends and folktales of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, including those with historical and paranormal basis, as well as a racial element. Included is his essay, color photographs, and black and white images.
Folklife Collection - Life as a Military Brat
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
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In 2001, former Salisbury University student Ronald Lauck collected folk material. His collection explores the folklife of military brats, children raised in military families, including their moving process, lifestyle, and education. Included is his essay, a series of email interviews, and a series of statistical charts.
Folklife Collection - Life in a Commercial Fishing Harbor
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student R. Erik Windrow collected folk material. His collection pertains to a commercial fishing harbor in Ocean City, Maryland. During his fieldwork, Erik Windrow observed some common details about these fishermen, including their dress code, the way they unload their catches, etc. He also documented the regulations for each type of boat (clammers, long-liners, and pot boats). The student interviewed Alan Douglas Ake, the owner of a marine shop who supplies materials to the local fishermen. The latter told several personal narratives about the life at the harbor. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Life on the Lower Nanticoke River
by Salisbury University Students (1979)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1979, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Arlie Kiser described the life of the people on the Lower Nanticoke River. She interviewed Mr. Cox; a man who spent his whole life on the river, just like his father and grandfather, and even his great grandfather. Mr. Cox is her grandfather, whose lifestyle was typical of the Nanticoke people. Some sketches of tools and boats used by these rivermen are also enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Lifestyles of African American Teenagers in America
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
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In 1991, former Salisbury University Student La Sean Greene collected folk material. Her work pertains to the life of African Americans in the sixties during the civil rights movement. Her objective was to try to understand the origins of the "current" attitudes of African Americans. She interviewed her family members, of whom her grandmother "Nana" was the main informant. Her fieldwork brought up a very emotional series of confession as her informants explained their feelings and recalled what they went through. Unfortunately, all of them refused to be taped. The main conclusion to which all informants concur is that "nothing has changed."
Folklife Collection - Linkswiler Family Christmas Tree Skirts
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
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In 2000, former Salisbury University student Rachel Linkswiler collected folk material. Her collection explores her family's Christmas tradition of making Christmas tree skirts. Included is her essay, two cassette tape interviews (logs included), color picture slides, and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Little Italy
by Salisbury University Students (1974 – 1974s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Baltimore residents in 1974, former Salisbury University student Sallie Hunter collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of Little Italy in Baltimore, Maryland. This collection includes an introduction to the topic, description of the informants, as well as multiple pictures and newspaper clippings.
Folklife Collection - Local Character Stories
by Salisbury University Students (1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Collected in 1973 by former Salisbury University teacher Luray McClung, this collection focuses around a Sussex county resident, Fan Tingle. The collection includes a newspaper clipping of Fan Tingle's death, and multiple interviews with Delaware locals sharing stories and interactions they had with Fan.
Folklife Collection - Local Historical Legends: Eastern Coast
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of historical legends that occurred at places around the Eastern Coast. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Historical Legends: Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland (Misc.)
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of historical legends that occurred at places around the lower Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends
by Salisbury University Students (1972 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various local legends from the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1970)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1970, former Salisbury University students Joanne Jackson, Roger Bruner, and Shelby Jean Frost collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various local legends about Albatross, muskrats, and séances. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends of Sussex County
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, former Salisbury University student Howard Hedges collected folk life material. His collection focuses on urban tales of Sussex County, Delaware. It focuses essentially on folklore about animals and monsters of the famous Burnt Swamp. Most interviews include a short description of the informant and his or her relationship with the interviewer.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: A Childs Death
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of strange and mysterious events revolving around a child's death that took place somewhere on the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Angel Visitations and Supernatural Protectors
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on stories of occurrences that included thoughts of seeing or feeling that angels or supernatural protectors were present. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Animal Apparitions
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of animal apparitions (ghosts) encounters along the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Beverly Mansion of Somerset
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1972)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of strange and mysterious events that occurred at Beverly, a old mansion in Somerset, Maryland. Stories include the hiding Napoleon during his exile, the drowning of a couple, and the keeping of slaves to name a few accounts. This collection also offers a brief history of the Mansion. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Big Liz
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of Big Liz, who was a slave women that was decapitated by her master for stealing apart of his treasure. Other tales include hauntings by Big Liz as well as stories of those who tried to steal the Master's buried treasure. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Black Aggie
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection includes variations of the legend "The Black Aggie" which is a popular story from the Baltimore, Maryland area. These superstitious accounts were gathered through interviews conducted by former Salisbury University students and most include descriptions of the interviewer, informant, and the story itself.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Bloody Henny
by Salisbury University Students (1970, 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors, Cathy Wright, Debbie McCollister, and Mrs. Sylvia Smith collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on the story of Bloody Henny. Henny was a African American slave who was treated poorly and one day she took revenge and harmed her master and his family. She was caught and trialed in Spring Valley, Maryland. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Burial Requests
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection includes multiple accounts of burial request stories and supernatural legends gathered through interviews with Eastern Shore residents conducted by former Salisbury University students and faculty members from 1970 to 1973.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Buried Alive
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection includes legends of those who were buried alive, some were found and saved while others were not. These accounts were collected through interviews conducted by former Salisbury University students and teachers during the years on 1970 to 1973. Most interviews include descriptions of the interviewer, the informant, and the story itself.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Buried or Lost Treasure
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected stories about folk legends. This collection of stories focuses around the topic of buried or lost treasure. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story about treasure located somewhere on the Eastern Shore.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Cellar House Farm
by Salisbury University Students (1967 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1967 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected stories about folk legends. This collection of stories focus around the topic of the mysterious events that occurred at Cellar House Farm located between Pocomoke and Snow Hill, Maryland. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story about the Cellar House Farm.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Characters and Noteworthy People
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, these stories are about various characters and noteworthy people from the Delmarva area. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Covers removed from Beds
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1971 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of strange and supernatural events where covers were mysteriously removed from beds. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Death of Lover(s)
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of strange or mysterious events involving the death of a lover. Stories include: murder or suicide of lovers, parental disapproval, ghost sightings, and death by grief, to describe a few. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Disappearances of Florence Wingate and Sambo
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1972)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, these stories tell of the strange disappearances of Florence Wingate and a few years later a man named Sambo, both residents of Crapo, Maryland. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Dreams
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
During the years 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors conducted a series of interviews with local Eastern Shore Residents. These interviews contained stories about dreams that came true. Many of these dreams were said to be signs and foretold the future. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story itself.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Dungleburger Farm
by Salisbury University Students (1972 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a interview with local Eastern Shore resident Tommy Dean in 1972, former Salisbury University student Lynn Beckwith collected multiple accounts of urban legends about the Dungleburger Farm in Caroline County, Maryland. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story shared.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Eastern Shore of Virginia (Misc.)
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1971)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1971, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of ghosts and other supernatural legends that occurred somewhere on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Family Death
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. This collection focuses on stories about family deaths whether it was murder or accidental. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Feral Men
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of feral men or men whom seem to take on characteristics of various animals such as cats, bunnies, goats, and sheep. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Fireball or Other Mysterious Lights
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of strange or mysterious events involving bright lights or fireballs located somewhere along the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Ghost Light Road
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the strange and mysterious events that occurred on ghost light road, in Hebron Maryland. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Ghosts Communicating with the Living
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1971 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of people having moments where they are able to communicate with a ghost or revenants, or a moment where a ghost communicated with them. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Ghosts of Unhappy Lovers
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of haunted houses that had ghosts or strange events caused by unhappy or jilted lovers. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Gravity Hill
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, these stories tell of various locations that when you leave your car in neutral at the bottom of a hill, it will mysteriously go up the hill by itself. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Haunted Bridges
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, all stories recorded occurred at or near a bridge and are about a strange or violent event that happened there. These stories take place in various locations along the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Haunted Cemeteries and Churches
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1971 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, all stories recorded occurred at or near a cemetery or church and are about a strange or violent event that happened there. These stories take place in various locations along the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Haunted House: Bloodstain of Murder Victim
by Salisbury University Students (1969 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1969 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors; Rachel L. Chapman, Mary Lou Bembe, and Ronny Dallam collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focused on various ghost stories that include the element of bloodstains from murdered victims. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Haunted House: Strange Noises or Cries
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of haunted houses along the Eastern Shore that had strange noises or cries being heard. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Haunted Houses (Misc.) II
by Salisbury University Students (1969 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1969 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the ghosts, strange events, or other supernatural legends that occurred in haunted houses on the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Haunted Houses (Misc.) III
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of mysterious and strange events that occurred in a haunted house located somewhere along the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Haunted Houses with Moving Doors
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1971 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, all stories recorded occurred at a haunted house that had incidents of doors opening and closing mysteriously. These stories are about strange events that happened there and take place in various locations along the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Haunted Houses with Rattling Chains
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1971 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected stories about folk legends. This collection of stories focus around the topic of various haunted houses that included the sounds of rattling slave chains. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story about the haunted house.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Haunted Houses with Strange Lights
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of haunted houses that included a element of strange lights being seen. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Haunted Houses with Violent or Mysterious Deaths
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of violent or mysterious deaths that occurred in haunted houses located across the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Haunted Places and Ships
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, all stories recorded are about a haunted house or haunted ship and the strange or violent events that happened there. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Headless People and Animals
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of encounters with headless men, women, horses, or dogs somewhere along the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Hole-in-the-Wall Church
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of churches which were hit during the war thus gaining holes in their structure. As well as various stories of a woman whom passed away with a expensive ring on her finger, when grave robbers try to steal it she wakes up and scares them away. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Holly Hall
by Salisbury University Students (1972 – 1972)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1972, former Salisbury University student Donna Collins collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the strange events that occurred at the haunted house; Holly Hall located in Elkton, Maryland. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Indians
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories about mysterious events involving Indians from the Eastern Shore and other locations. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Insane Murderers
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1971 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, these stories tell of insane murderers from the Eastern Shore and the deadly acts they committed. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Joshua Thomas
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of Joshua Thomas also known as "Parsons on the Island", a Eastern Shore local known for his unique abilities for always being right. The collection also includes a description of Thomas's epitaph. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Lewis Howard
by Salisbury University Students (1971, 1971)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1971, former Salisbury University student, Karin Pusey collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of Lewis Howard, who was a older man who lived alone in Devils Woodyard and was found dead one day with parts of his body eaten off. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Lower Eastern Shore (Misc.)
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of ghosts and other supernatural legends that occurred somewhere on the lower Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Lynchings, Hangings, and Suicides by Hanging
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of lynching's, hangings, suicides by hanging that occurred along the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Mermaid Sightings
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews with local Eastern Shore resident Eldon Willing, Sr. during the years of 1971 to 1972, former Salisbury University student and professor, Rita Park and Anita Hunsberger collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of mermaid sightings on two separate occasions on the waters near Chance, Maryland. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Merry Sherwood Haunted House
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, all stories recorded occurred at the Merry Sherwood Mansion also known as the Dunwandrin, located in Berlin, Maryland. These stories are about strange events that happened there as well as the collection offers a brief history of the estate. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Mid-Shore of Maryland (Misc.)
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of ghosts, strange events, and other supernatural legends that occurred somewhere on the Mid-Shore of Maryland. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Monsters
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of monster encounters or sightings that occurred somewhere along on the Eastern Shore of Maryland as well as other tales of well known monsters such as Big Foot and Dracula. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Mummified and Preserved Remains
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1971)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1971, former Salisbury University students and professors, Janet Montgomery, Patricia Holland, and Pat Clifford, collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of mysteriously mummified or preserved corpses that were discovered somewhere on the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Origin of Family Names
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Between 1971 to 1973, former Salisbury University students Kathleen Riddle and David Thompson conducted various interviews about local legends surrounding different family surnames. Surnames detailed are the Daybreaks, Buzzards, and Barricaders
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Patty Cannon
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various story of Patty Cannon, a woman who would capture or kidnap African Americans and sell them as slaves. She would keep them in her house located at Johnson's Cross Roads. Other stories talk about how her house or grave was haunted. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: People with Special Powers
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, these stories tell of local Eastern Shore people said to have special powers such as being able to make objects move, fortune telling, spell casting, healing powers, and root working. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Phantom Brakeman
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, all stories recorded occurred on railways and trains. These stories tell of strange events that took place there. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Phantom Instruments
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1971 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of strange and mysterious events where certain musical instruments such as pianos and violins began to play without anyone playing them. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Place Names in Worcester County
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, all stories recorded share how a particular location in Worcester County, Maryland got its name or nickname. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Place Names of Dorchester County
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, all stories recorded share how a particular location in Dorchester County, Maryland got its name or nickname. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Place Names of Somerset County
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, all stories recorded share how a particular location in Somerset County, Maryland got its name or nickname. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Place Names of Upper Eastern Maryland
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, all stories recorded share how a particular location on the Upper Eastern Shore of Maryland got its name or nickname. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Place Names of Various Locations
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, all stories recorded share how locations around the Mid-Atlantic States and various other places in the United States and Poland got its name or nickname. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Place Names of Wicomico County
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, all stories recorded share how a particular location in Wicomico County, Maryland got its name or nickname. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Pocomoke Forest
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of ghosts, strange events, and other supernatural legends that occurred somewhere in the Pocomoke Forest. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Religious Legends
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, these stories tell of strange events or occurrences that revolved around a religious setting, person, or object, such as a church or bible. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Roommates Death
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends and scary stories, for this collection they specifically interviewed about mysterious deaths of roommates. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story itself.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Salisbury Lynching
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories and accounts of a African American Man who raped a women in Princess Anne, Maryland. Local residents angered took to the street and hung the assailant in a tree at the judges home. The collection also includes a few other accounts of hangings in the Delmarva area. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Schools, Colleges, and Universities
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of strange and mysterious events that occurred in various schools or universities. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Seeing the Past or Future
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of strange or mysterious events involving people having visions of the past or future. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Shoal Creek Manor
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1972, former Salisbury University students and faculty Karen Beckwith, Cathy Wright, and K. Jeanette Robbins collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the strange events that occurred at the haunted house; Shoal Creek Manor located in Cambridge, Maryland. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: St. Augustine's Church
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1971 to 1972, former Salisbury University students Kim Ballard, Donna Collins, and Marsha Reynolds collected local legends. For this collection, all stories recorded occurred at St. Augustine's Church in Chesapeake City, Maryland. These stories tell of strange events that took place in the Church, specifically about a tomb missing a brick. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Strange Disappearances
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, these stories tell of strange events or occurrences that revolved around a disappearing person or object. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Strange Noises
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, all stories recorded are about events that involved occurrences of strange noises. These stories take place in various locations in the Delmarva area. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Strong Men and Feats of Strength
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, these stories tell of mysterious feats of strength by various men and women. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Swamps, Creeks, and Ponds
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, all stories recorded occurred at or near a swamp, creek, or pond where strange events took place. These stories take place in various locations along the East Coast. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: The Apron Lady
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, former Salisbury University students Tisha Phillips and Imogene Townsend collected local legends. For this collection, these stories tell of the apron woman from Sharptown, Maryland. It was said this woman who wore only an apron and hip boots, would carry the ashes of her dead husband around with her in pockets. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: The Blue Dog of Rose Hill Plantation
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1971)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore in 1971, former Salisbury University students Patricia L. Smith and Caroline Newcomb collected local legends. For this collection, these stories tell of the Blue Dog of Rose Hill Plantation in Charles County, Maryland. Specifically, of a dog that haunts and protects the estate, after being killed for sleeping during his owner's murder. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: The Immovable Bible
by Salisbury University Students (1968 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1968 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected local legends. For this collection, these stories tell of the strange events that revolve around bibles that have been deemed immovable. In various churches around the Eastern Shore it is said there is a Bible that is unable to be removed from the church. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: The Sliver-Handled Whip
by Salisbury University Students (1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews with local Eastern Shore resident Mark Holsinger during 1972, former Salisbury University students Paul Purdum and Lynne Matthiesen collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories revolving around the tale of the silver handled whip, that was said to be used by a decease woman protecting and haunting her fortune from her adopted brother whom she earlier in life disowned. Her estate is located near the Choptank River in Federalsburg, Maryland. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: The Warren Sisters
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the Warren Sisters of Snow Hill, Maryland and the strange events that occurred within their home. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: The White Dove
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1972, former Salisbury University students Peggy Hoyle and Debbie McCollister collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of a white dove that a widowed husband believed to be his dead wife. His wife promised she would return as a dove before she died, but did not return until her husband was getting married to another women. To make his new wife happy, he tried to shoot the dove and the next day he mysteriously died. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Trappe Historical Events of the 1920's
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1971 to 1972, former Salisbury University student Anne Brooks collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of events that took place in Trappe, Maryland. Two of the main stories were about a Bank Robbery and a Rape Case. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Upper Easten Shore Maryland (Misc.)
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of ghosts, strange events, and other supernatural legends that occurred somewhere on the Upper Eastern Shore of Maryland. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Vestigial Community
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1971 to 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on the stories of people called Eckies, on Hooper's Island you received this name if you were a person of mixed race or a descendent of one. The stories tell of how the Eckies created their own private community since others chose to not interact with them. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Western Shore Maryland and other places (Misc.)
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of ghosts, strange events, and other supernatural legends that occurred somewhere on the Western Shore of Maryland or in another location. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Wild Men
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1971)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1971, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories two brothers from Cambridge, Maryland, who were described as wild men living savagely. These men were caught and placed in a state hospital until their deaths. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Legends: Witches
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of witches and cases of witchcraft along the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Local Lengends: Delaware (Misc.)
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of ghosts, strange events, and other supernatural legends that occurred somewhere in Delaware. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Lower Wicomico County Lore
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Randy Tribeck collected folk material. For this collection, he interviewed several housewives of the Lower Eastern Shore on food preparations and growing crops.
Folklife Collection - Lumber Industry in Lower Dorchester County
by Salisbury University Students (1978)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1978, former Salisbury University Student Mary Etta Creighton collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the lumber industry of Dorchester County, Maryland, specifically the traditions and lifestyles of the people who made their living from timber lands. Her own family is in the lumber business since her grandfather initiated the family tradition. The transcripts of the interviews and some photographs are enclosed.
Folklife Collection - MacArthur High School Boys' Lacrosse: A Folk Group and its Customs
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University student John Handwerker collected folk material. His collection explores the lacrosse team of MacArthur High School, including their game play, traditions, speech, and attire. Included is his essay and a microcassette interview (log included).
Folklife Collection - Mailboxes of Eastern Wicomico County
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Victor Twilley collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various descriptions of mailboxes from around Wicomico County, Maryland. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their descriptions.
Folklife Collection - Making Music with Backyard Magic
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Joanna Davis collected folk material. Her collection explores the culture of the Salisbury band Backyard Magic, which she is a member of. Included are Davis's essay, a transcript of the band's interview, a poster, and photographs.
Folklife Collection - Marijuana Culture at Salisbury State University: Folklore Under the Influence
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student John Groseclose collected folk material. His collection explores the culture of Marijuana smokers at Salisbury State University, including their terminology, paraphernalia, and attitudes. Included is his essay, handwritten interviews, color photographs, and a cassette tape interview.
Folklife Collection - Martial Arts Legends
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Jeremy Wolfer collected folk material. His collection explores the folklore associated with the martial art community. Jeremy was familiar with this folk group because he grew up in a family of martial art practitioners and held himself ranks in several martial arts. For this term paper, he collected a great deal of martial art legends that provides an in-depth description of the philosophy and culture surrounding this practice.
Folklife Collection - Maryland History [Interview with Dot Mumford of Ocean City, MD]
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1990, former Salisbury University Student Kevin Layfield collected folk material. The entire collection is base on his interview with Mrs Mumford, a native of West Ocean City, Maryland. His paper includes several accounts of personal narratives, local legends, ghost stories and more.
Folklife Collection - Maryland Material Culture, Cultural Landscape, Architecture
by Salisbury University Students (1968 – 1975)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection is comprised of five sets of slides sent from the State Folklorist at the Maryland Arts Council in 1976. It consists of one hundred of slides picturing different forms of architecture and cultural landscape encountered in Maryland in the 1970s, including gravestones, factories, decoys, barns, houses, and many more.
Folklife Collection - McHugh Family Wedding Traditions
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student Karin Young collected folk material. Her collection explores the wedding traditions of her family of Irish Americans. Included is her essay, color picture prints, a VHS tape (log included), and interview cassette tape (log included).
Folklife Collection - Membership in a Drum and Bugle Corps Drum Line
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1990, former Salisbury University Student Joseph Wirt collected folk material. His collection focuses on the folkgroup of drum and bugle crops drum line, which he was part of. He discusses the activities and cultural events surrounding drum lines, especially the initiations rituals of newcomers and the stories told during their gatherings.
Folklife Collection - Men's Basketball Field Project
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student George Robinson collected folk material. His collection explores the Salisbury State University men's basketball team, including its traditions, superstitions, and gameplay. Included is his essay and a series of interviews.
Folklife Collection - Men's Bathroom Graffiti
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Jane Langrall collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories and depictions of graffiti found in men's bathrooms around Salisbury State College, Maryland. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Mock Recipes
by Salisbury University Students (1982)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1982, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Penny Sue Foster collected all sorts of recipes; not just food recipes but also many mock recipes that give directions on personal topics such as marriage, happiness raising children, etc. We can also find some recipes of muskrat, terrapin and other Maryland delicacies in this collection.
Folklife Collection - Motorcycling
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Jason M. Gregg collected folk material. His collection explores the folklore surrounding motorcycling with a primary focus on sport bikers. He interviewed two fellow bikers who used to participate in racing. In addition to expressing their passion for motorcycling, this paper explains the differences between subgroups of motorcyclists and what they think of each other (esoteric-exoteric factors). Videotape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Mt. Hope A.M.E Zion: A Journey for Answers
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Tanya Smith collected folk material. Her collection explores the community of Mt. Hope African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church in Princess Anne, MD. Included is her essay.
Folklife Collection - Muehleisen Family Folklore: Teresa Bolbecker Trees
by Salisbury University Students (1978)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1978, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Jean Muehleisen chose to cover the tales told in her husband's family to preserve tradition. These stories used to be told by Teresa Bolbecker Trees who was an austrian-hungarian immigrant. Her children are the principal informants in this report.
Folklife Collection - Music in the Catholic Church
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1995, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Gina Marie Adamo collected religious folklore, specifically the Catholic church music. She interviewed two parishoners at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, in Salisbury, Md., who were both involved in the music ministries. Her paper analyzes the changes in the Catholic church and its music throughout the years. For instance, it tells us about how music was used to appeal to young people and to unify its community. Interview transcript and audiotape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - My Archive Experience
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Sean Chaney collected folk material. His paper is about his experience as a student worker in SSU Archives during which he stumbled upon major historical documents such as the land deeds of Lord Baltimore, old photographs of the Eastern Shore, news paper clippings from World War II, etc.
Folklife Collection - My Archiving Experience
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Tara Ann Murphy collected folk material. For this assignment, she work at the Research Center for Delmarva History and Culture where she learned to preserve historical documents and folklore material. In addition to working with several pieces from World War II, she processed the belongings of a late soldier named Walter Parker, from Salisbury, who died from a disease he caught while fighting in WWII.
Folklife Collection - My Family as a Folk Group
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Zachary Smith collected folk material. His collection explores the folklife of his family, including get-togethers, holiday traditions, and his family's history. Included is his essay and a interview cassette tape (log included).
Folklife Collection - My Haunted House
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1976, former Salisbury University student Nancy P. Bailey collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of haunted houses from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - My Storytelling Family: The Smith Family's Storytelling Folk Group and Folktales
by Salisbury University Students (2003)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2003, former Salisbury University student Alyssa Smith collected folk material. Her collection explores her family's stories that have been passed down and amongst members. Included is her essay, a VHS tape, and microcassette tape of interviews (log included).
Folklife Collection - Nabb Research Center Internship
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University students Michele Dodson and Kerri Humelsine collected folk material. Their collection explores their experience as interns at the Nabb Research Center, including their duties and the center's history.
Folklife Collection - Nanticoke
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, former Salisbury University student Karen Conrad collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories about the county of Nanticoke, Maryland, such as its history, local legends, and local businesses. The collection includes an introduction to the topic and the stories.
Folklife Collection - Narrative and Traditions of Friends Group
by Salisbury University Students (2003)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2003, former Salisbury University student Tehnisha Smith collected folk material. Her collection explores her friend group "The Family" as a folkgroup, includings its members and activities. Included is her essay and a series of interviews.
Folklife Collection - Narrative: Folk Life and Folk Lore
by Salisbury University Students (1976 – 1976)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1976, former Salisbury University student Marjorie L. MacSorley collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories folklore and folklife from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, their stories, and two cassette tapes.
Folklife Collection - Narratives and Folk Medicine
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Robert O. Ross collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various narratives and stories of folk medicines from around the Eastern Shore. This collection includes a introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Narratives of Tilghman Island
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University student Tara Cummings collected folk material. Her collection explores the culture of Tilghman Island residents, including their sayings, superstitions, terminology, food specialties, waterman life, and racial relations. Included is her essay, interview cassette tapes (log included), black and white picture prints, list of expressions, several poems, maps, and newspaper photocopies.
Folklife Collection - National Guard Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1991, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Andrew Snyder focused on the folklore surrounding a Maryland National Guard Artillery unit, to which he belongs to. These interviews helped him gather different forms of folklore such as personal narratives, folk speech, culinary customs, etc.
Folklife Collection - New York Police Officers
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University student Robert Smith collected folk material. His collection explores New York Police Department officers as a folkgroup, including the stigmas they face from the public, their duties, and experiences. Included is his essay, a cassette tape with interviews (log included), and email transcript.
Folklife Collection - Nice Talk - Unsual Language and Jokes at SSC
by Salisbury University Students (1977 – 1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, Salisbury University Student Debbie Bulgreen collected local folk material, focusing on certain popular verbal and body languages as well as different interpretations of words and objects. Debbie Bulgreen interviewed her friends and peers. Her paper aims to break down the terms and jokes used by students such as "how back far are ya?" to refer to drunkenness and some other innuendos.
Folklife Collection - Non-Natives Living on the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student Melissa Dorn collected folk material. Her work focuses on the people who relocated to Maryland and their views of the cultural differences. In this paper, she explains the first impression of the Eastern Shore and how it differed from her home state. She also interviewed several new-comers. One of them believed that the bridge had a mystical effect: when one crosses it, one enters into a "time warp" where things are very slow paced. Another informant from Germany was having hard time dealing with the racism and the lack of education of some residents. She was worried that her family would never fit in. The student's mother thought the same about fitting in. On a more positive note, the student also recounts the new things she learned and enjoyed about the Eastern Shore.
Folklife Collection - Notebook Doodling as a Folk Activity
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student John Porter collected folk material. His collection explores the activity of drawing in an academic notebook and those who partake in it. Included is Porter's essay, a series of interviews, and a sampling of the drawings.
Folklife Collection - Nursing Customs
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Ginny Frank collected folk material. Her collection explores traditions of Salisbury State University's Nursing School, most notably the pinning celebration. Included are a cassette tape of interviews, black and white photographs, an invitation to the nursing convocation, a series of nursing oriented work forms, and a syllabus.
Folklife Collection - Obscene Folklore of an Adolescent Folk Group
by Salisbury University Students (1983)
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In 1982, former Salisbury University Student Sheila A. Madden collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the obscene folklore of teenagers who indulged into loitering for recreation. The first part of the paper consists of a glossary of the slang terms commonly used by this folk group, while the second part is an assortment of jokes and riddles collected from some informants.
Folklife Collection - Ocean City and Surrounding Areas: Folk Narrative
by Salisbury University Students (1983)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1983, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For her project, Debbie Jones researched some folk narratives and tales related to the Eastern Shore such as those about ship wrecks.Her paper includes an introductory essay about the collection process, a background information of her informants, the transcripts of their interviews and two sketched maps of the places mentioned. Tapes enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Ocean City Beach Patrol Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1982)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1982, former Salisbury University Student Thomas Evans Nicholls collected folk material. His collection focuses on discussions and tales around beach patrol in Ocean City. The paper is a transcription of him hanging out with two other lifeguards.
Folklife Collection - Ocean City Fishing Tales
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1994, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. Students Bud Green, Dan Martin and Matt Trainer decided to do their project on fishing stories. To collect those tales, they interviewed their roommate Beef (J. Bradford Rice) who had many years of experience in deep sea fishing. Discussed were tournament fishing, the life of the informant and his adventures, and the legendary Mycara. An audiotape and a color slide of the informant are enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Of a Place and a People:The St. Mary's County Stuffed Ham
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Ryan Armsworthy collected folk material. His project is about St. Mary's County's stuffed ham recipe, mainly served during holidays. His paper attempts to trace the origins of this particular dish. He also gathered several documents including different versions of the recipe from earlier decades, news article, etc. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Office Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University student Victoria Evans collected folk material. Her collection explores the accounting firm Nisivoccia and Company in Randolph, NJ, including its office's culture, stories, and history. Included is her essay, a microcassette interview tape (log included), and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Old Hotel of Federalsburg, Maryland
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Deeda Adams Dobson collected folk material. This collection focuses on the oral history of the "Old Hotel of Federalsburg, Maryland". The paper includes a brief introduction of the informants and the transcripts of each interview.
Folklife Collection - Old Order Mennonites
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1990, former Salisbury University Student Susan Harris collected folk material. Her paper educates about the Old Order Mennonites, covering their history, traditions and philosophy. Susan Harris also interviewed her two great aunts, who shared more specific information about the group of Mennonites they belonged to. Family recipes and photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Old Timer's Day: Community Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1983)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1983, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Pamela L. Cooper collected folklore from craftsmen who participated at the Old Timer's Day, an event where people display collectibles or demonstrate techniques of quilt making or chair caning.
Folklife Collection - On the Road Again: The Cooperative Telling of Vacation Narratives
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Jennifer Meekins collected folk material for her final paper. Her family liked to travel in a motor-home. She decided to collect some narratives of road trips. Vacation rituals, leisure activities, adventures and incidents are among the material covered during their storytelling interviews. Transcripts enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Oral History of a Vietnam Veteran
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University student Krista Clauss collected folk material. Her collection explores the experience of a Vietnam War veteran, including his duties as a soldier. Included is her essay, a CD with pictures, interview cassette tape (log included), two drawings, handwritten notes, photocopied magazine clippings, and military document photocopies.
Folklife Collection - Overcoming Exoterica In the Workplace: Servers at Phillips Seafood House
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student Teri Blevins collected folk material. Her collection examines the folklore surrounding the servers of Phillips Seafood House in Ocean City. She interviewed and filmed her coworkers. Among other things, she inquired about their feelings about customers'perception of them and how they cope with those stereotypes. This package also contains a compilation of different folklore such as beliefs, practical jokes, personal narratives, slang terms, etc. Videotape and audiotape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Parrothead Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Julie Dael collected folk material. Her collection explores the folklore of the Jimmy Buffett fans "Parrotheads", including their clothing, tailgate parties, and overall attitudes during concert time. Included is Dael's essay and a color drawing of a parrot.
Folklife Collection - Parrothead Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (Undated)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Shawn Wood collected folk material. His collection explores the folkgroup of Jimmy Buffett fans known as "parrotheads", including their attitudes, food choices, and overall culture. Included is Wood's essay.
Folklife Collection - Parties at Salisbury State University
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Glenn White collected folk material. His collection explores the party culture at Salisbury State University, including drinking games and what makes a party a good time. Included is his essay, a series of interview answers, and color picture prints.
Folklife Collection - Partying on Campus
by Salisbury University Students (1974 – 1974s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1974, former Salisbury University student Robert Frazier collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various descriptions of interactions Robert had with people at parties or about parties. This collection includes an introduction to the topic, descriptions of the informants and the interactions.
Folklife Collection - Passing Time at Play It Again Sports
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Kurt Boutote collected folk material. His collection explores his experience working at the store Play It Again Sports in Salisbury, MD, including the store's atmosphere and tasks with his job. Included is his essay and black and white pictures.
Folklife Collection - Pennsylavnia Dutch Powwowing
by Salisbury University Students (Undated)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Justin Morris collected folk material. This collection focuses on Powwowing or the Pennsylvania Dutch approach to folk medicine using magic and faith healing to cure diseases. This paper describes the common practices used by powwow doctors (amulets, chants, herbs, etc.) and provides examples of incantations. It is noteworthy to mention that, according to the main informant Ruth Krieble, these incantation had a poetic rhyme but this characteristic was lost when they were translated from German.
Folklife Collection - Pennsylvania Dutch Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Pennsylvania residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Joan Lieberman collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of Pennsylvania Dutch folklore from around Allentown, Pennsylvania. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, their stories, multiple photographs and artifacts.
Folklife Collection - People's People: A Study of Social Work Students
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Caroline DeRosa collected folk material. Her collection explores the folkgroup of social work students at Salisbury State University. Included is DeRosa's essay, handwritten observations, handwritten interviews, and material from the Social Work Club.
Folklife Collection - Personal Experience Narratives of African Americans on the Eastern Shore of Virginia
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Cheryl Fenderson collected folk material. Her collection explores African Americans living on the Eastern Shore of Virginia as a folkgroup, focusing on the themes of family, entertainment, and childhood. Included is her essay and two cassette tapes with interviews (transcripts included).
Folklife Collection - Personal Life Narrative Featuring an Interview with Lillian V. Lewis
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Cami Lewis collected folk material. Her collection explores the life of her grandmother from Cambridge, MD, including her upbringing and life as a mother and grandparent. Included is Lewis's essay, color photographs, several newspaper clippings, and a map.
Folklife Collection - Personal Narrative: Memom, Death, and Birth
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1994, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Nicole Long interviewed her grandmother Madalyn Richardson (Memom) during which she delivered several accounts of personal narratives. These were mostly about death, illness, birth, what women had to endure and how life was like in the rural areas of the Eastern Shore. Tape and photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Photographic Essay of a Quilting Bee
by Salisbury University Students (1978)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1978, former Salisbury University Student Regina Royer collected folk material. For this collection, she chose to focus on quilting, a family tradition. Her paper walks the reader through her process of quilting while providing anecdotes along the way. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Pick-up Basketball as a Folkgroup
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Joe Spain collected folk material. His collection explores the culture of pick-up basketball players, including their game play, attire, and slang. Included is Spain's essay, black and white picture prints, a collection of completed questionnaires about basketball slang,
Folklife Collection - Po' lore
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Angela Willey collected folk material. Her collection explores the culture of working at Polfolks restaurant, including the tasks, jargon, and overall work climate. Included is her essay.
Folklife Collection - Pocomoke Forest Legends and their Basis of Origin
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Crystal Peacher collected folk material. Her collection explores the folklore of the Pocomoke State Forest in Worcester County, MD, including stories of supernatural and morbid nature. Included is her essay, vintage post cards, and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Polish Christmas
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1991, former Salisbury University Student Annmarie Burrows collected folk material. Her project is based on the preserved traditions of Polish families when celebrating Christmas in America. Her informants for these interviews were her own family members and family friends. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Polish Pickers of Anne Arundel County
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Charles Pregent collected folk material. For this collection, he focused on a small folkgroup of Polish pickers of Anne Arundel County. His paper includes a list of the Polish pickers of that area along with two samples of picker's checks.
Folklife Collection - Polish Traditions in Three Generations
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1990, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Kristy Hassell interviewed her grandmother and mother to compare how holiday traditions evolved through generations.
Folklife Collection - Popular Beliefs of Southern Dorchester County
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Southern Dorchester County residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Deena Dunnock collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of popular beliefs and superstitions from Southern Dorchester County. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Predicting the Weather on the Lower Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For her project, Dorothy Bowen conducted her research on folklife narratives related to predicting the weather on the Lower Eastern Shore. She included some paintings and a map of Worcester County to illustrate her paper.
Folklife Collection - Preserving History at the Research Center for Delmarva History and Culture
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Nikki Tobat volunteered at the Research Center for Delmarva History and Culture to get a first-hand experience with folklore materials. In her paper, she explains in great details each step of repairing and preserving archival materials. She kept a daily journal in which she wrote down all the learning experiences and project she completed during her time at the archives (enclosed).
Folklife Collection - Prison Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1982)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1982, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, R. Kurt Rosenburg conducted a research on prison folklore. He interviewed one of the guards at the Sussex County state correctional institution in Georgetown, Delaware. The transcript of the tape-recorded interview is included in the paper.
Folklife Collection - Programmers are People Too
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Caitlin Mara collected folk material. Her collection explores computer programmers as a folkgroup, including their dress, activities, and the stigmas they face due to media portrayal. Included is her essay and a VHS interview (log included).
Folklife Collection - Proverbs and Proverbial Expressions
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Between the year 1970 to 1973 former Salisbury University students and professors interviewed local Eastern Shore residents. These interviews pertained to proverbial expressions and comparisons, rhymes, and folk poetry. Most interviews include a description of the interviewer, the informant, the proverb, and its meaning.
Folklife Collection - Quilting on the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1976 – 1976)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1976, former Salisbury University students Cheryl Johnson and Charlene Cottman collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of quilting traditions from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, the stories, and a few photographs.
Folklife Collection - Radio Folklore: 1930's to Present
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1994, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this assignment, Karin Kuntz chose to cover the folklore associated with radio broadcasting from the 1930's to present. Her paper contrasts the role played by the radio throughout different time periods. To obtain first-hand insights about this topic, she interviewed a retired couple and asked them to describe what it was like to listen to the radio back in the old days. Video and audio recording enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Railroad Workers' Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Cathy McCain collected folk material. Her collection focuses on Railroad Workers' Folklore. Her paper covers different aspect of the life of a railroad worker, including folksongs, work routine, and others. Included are also various narratives, local legends and oral history.
Folklife Collection - Raves: What a Wonderful Adventure
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Matthew Wyant collected folk material. His collection explores the culture of rave goers, including dancing and drug use. Included is his essay, several posters, and a series of handwritten interviews.
Folklife Collection - Recipes
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1971)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1971, former Salisbury University student and professors, Eleanor Yokois collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various popular recipes from around the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the recipe.
Folklife Collection - Recipes
by Salisbury University Students (1972 – 1972s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various popular recipes from around the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the recipe.
Folklife Collection - Recipes
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors, Rachel Chapman, Mary Lou Bembe, and Luray McClung collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various popular recipes from around the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the recipes.
Folklife Collection - Recipes
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1970s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1970, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various recipes. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the recipe.
Folklife Collection - Reflections on NASCAR
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Greg Ringler collected folk material. His collection explores the sport of NASCAR, including its fan following and history. Included is his essay.
Folklife Collection - Regional Folk Songs
by Salisbury University Students (1968)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Collected in 1968 by former Salisbury University Student Barbara Wachter, this collection includes two sheets of lyrics to camp songs titled Bonuwa and Mandy.
Folklife Collection - Research Center for Delmarva History and Culture [archive project report]
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Shannon Jachimski collected folk material. For this project, she volunteered at the Research Center for Delmarva History and Culture and researched the history of Wicomico County. She was particularly interested in the early days of Salisbury and how the town got its name. She briefly recounts how life was like back in the 1800's and in the mid 1900's with the rise of intensive farming.
Folklife Collection - Resting in Hope of a Glorious Resurrection: Epitaphs
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Catherine Cullen collected folk material. For this project, she collected epitaphs on gravestones at the St. Stephen's Cemetery. This paper is illustrated with sketches and pictures of gravestones.
Folklife Collection - Rhymes and Folk Poetry I
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk poetry, nursery rhymes and children's songs. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, the rhyme, and the use of the rhyme or song. This folder contains rhymes and folk poetry.
Folklife Collection - Rhymes and Folk Poetry II
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk poetry, nursery rhymes and songs sung by children. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the rhyme or song. This folder contains rhymes and folk poetry
Folklife Collection - Rhymes and Folk Poetry III
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk speech containing tongue-twisters, envelope sealers, mnemonic devices, and graffiti. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and explanations of the items shared. This folder contains tongue-twisters, envelope sealers, mnemonic devices, and graffiti
Folklife Collection - Rhymes and Riddles
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1971s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1971, former Salisbury University student Bryan Briddell collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folk speech, particularly rhymes and riddles. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Riddles
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected information on folk speech, this collection specifically focusing on riddles. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and the informant, the riddle and the answer.
Folklife Collection - Riddles and Jokes
by Salisbury University Students (1969 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1969 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and teachers collected information on folk speech, this collection focuses on riddles and jokes. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, the riddle or joke and the answer.
Folklife Collection - Riddles II
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk speech, this collection focuses on riddles and verbal puzzles. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, the riddle or puzzle and an explanation of the answer.
Folklife Collection - Rigging Baits
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Melanie Schreiber collected folk life material. Her collection focuses on rigging baits. She interviewed several fishermen from Ocean City, Maryland. Her paper explains the use and particularity of some popular teasers and each text is accompanied by a sketch of the material. The collection also covers other fishing equipment such as hooks, cables and wires. Sketches and samples of these equipment are enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Salisbury Baseball
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Larry Williams collected folk material. His collection explores the Salisbury State University as a folkgroup, including their gameplay, nicknames for each other, brotherhood, and jargon. Included is his essay and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Salisbury State Baseball Lore
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Brian Spiering collected folk material. This collection focuses baseball lore from the Salisbury State team, precisely some accounts of superstitions on baseball rituals and traditional baseball insults. A baseball player himself, Brian Spiering interviewed his team members to gather the material. Each interview is comprised of a short background information on the informant and the collector's comment.
Folklife Collection - Salisbury State Studs
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Kara Owens collected folk material. Her collection explores the Salisbury State University males, including their sexual histories, drinking culture, and mainstream culture. Included is her essay, a cassette tape interview (transcript included), and color picture prints.
Folklife Collection - Salisbury State University Office of Public Safety: Office Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Carrie Viel collected folk material. Her collection explores the folklore of Salisbury State University's Office of Public Safety, including its legends, superstitions, and jargon. Included is her essay, a list of codes used by the office, several maps, handwritten field notes, a copy of an advertisement, a cassette tape interview (with transcript), and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Salisbury State University Track and Field
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University Student Kelly Surgent collected folk material. She conducted a field project on the track and field team at Salisbury State University to inquire about the ritualistic behaviors of the athletes before their performance. In addition to analyzing the common superstitions shared withing this folk group, the student also explores other characteristics like the type of shoes worn in a race. Her interviews reveal more personal rituals such as not washing a pair of socks until one doesn't do well. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Salisbury State University Women's Basketball Team
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Jessica Baker collected folk material. Her collection explores Salisbury State University's Women's Basketball team, including its attire, traditions, practices, and lingo. Included is her essay.
Folklife Collection - Salisbury Women's Basketball Team
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University students Heather Romich and Kristin Tucker collected folk material. Their collection explores the Salisbury University Women's Basketball Team, including player nicknames, superstitions, and inside jokes. Included is her essay and a series of interviews.
Folklife Collection - Salisbury's Changing Face
by Salisbury University Students (1978)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1978, former Salisbury University Student Faye Bounds collected folk material. For this project, the student chose to conduct a survey of the changes in Salisbury. Pictures from different time periods were gathered into a slide show to provide a better observation of these changes. This collection includes a total of 70 slides.
Folklife Collection - Samplers in Salisbury
by Salisbury University Students (1988)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1988, former Salisbury University student Suzanne H. Lord collected folk material. Her work is on embroidered samplers. In this paper, she presents a historical background of this textile art and introduces two gifted stitchers from Salisbury Maryland, about whom rest of the paper will be. The collection also includes many photographs of antique samplers and a few samples of the material used.
Folklife Collection - Sexual Myths and Folktales of Teenagers
by Salisbury University Students (1987)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1987, former Salisbury University Student Karen Waggoner collected folk material. Her collection focuses on stories, myths and jokes around sex that teenagers have heard of. Her paper includes a brief introduction of her informants and a transcription of each interview. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Shaggy Dog Stories
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Collected between the years of 1971 to 1973 by former Salisbury University students and faculty members, this collection includes multiple interviews of local Maryland Residents sharing their Shaggy Dog (long-winded anecdotes about irrelevant incidents) stories. Most interviews include interviewers personal description, informants personal description, and the story told.
Folklife Collection - Sharptown Lions Club Minstrels
by Salisbury University Students (1974 – 1974s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1974, former Salisbury University student Mary Jane Marine collected folk material about the Sharptown Lions Club minstrel shows. This collection includes Marine's essay titled "Has the Curtain Closed for the Last Time on the Sharptown Lions Club Minstrels?," 28 color slides depicting the minstrel performers and performances (with a related permissions form from the photographer), several minstrel program reproductions, and personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants.
Folklife Collection - She Got Herself Into Trouble
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1992, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Marjorie Kraft interviewed two of her friends who had an unplanned pregnancy during their time in college. The interview focused on how their partner and parents reacted to the news and how their pregnancy changed their lives. It is noteworthy to mention that these women grew up in a very small rural town. One of them was the daughter of a minister who almost quit his job for this reason, thinking that he couldn't help an entire congregation if he couldn't control the "religious growth" of his own daughter. Fortunately, things went well for both of them.
Folklife Collection - Shore Cures: Eastern Shore Folk Medicine
by Unknown (1978)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1978, former Salisbury University Student Robert C. Wheatley collected folk material. His collection focuses on folk medicine from the Eastern Shore. Most interviews include a short description of the informant and his or her relationship to the interviewer.
Folklife Collection - Siblings who share Skills: The Richardson Family of Craftsmen
by Salisbury University Students (1979)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1979, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Judith Richardson Howell chose to portray the craftsmen and craftswomen in her family, precisely her father, uncles and aunts. These siblings were gifted with many talents including stonemasonry, shipbuilding, and interior design. The interviews are cited throughout the paper, which is accompanied by a partial family tree and a few pictures of their creations.
Folklife Collection - Silence : A Different Sound
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Sabrina Dreyer collected folk material. Her collection explores deaf people and those who use American Sign Language as a folkgroup. Included is Dreyer's essay, an interview transcript, a birthday invitation, and song lyrics.
Folklife Collection - Silent Voices from the Depths
by Salisbury University Students (1974 – 1974s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1974, former Salisbury University student Bernice Wilde collected folk material. For this collection, his research focused on various epitaphs from the Asbury Methodist Church Cemetery in Salisbury, Maryland. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, the epitaphs, comments or explanations, as well as drawings of the gravestones.
Folklife Collection - Sitting Around the Table
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Nicole Shaw collected folk material. Her collection explores the lore of her own family. Her family liked to gather in the dinning room and tell stories about their relatives. Each family member would contribute and help the story teller revive these cherished memories. In this paper, Nicole portrays her family and shares their favorite story. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Skaters
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This 1993 collection by a former Salisbury University student, Kingsley Hobson, focuses on the subculture of skaters. This paper highlights the characteristics of this particular subculture such as the way skaters dress themselves, their "lingo", their attitudes, etc.
Folklife Collection - Slavonic Easter Tradtions
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1991, former Salisbury University Student Jennifer Palmer collected folk material. Her project explores the Slavonic Easter traditions. Her paper includes an introductory essay to the Slavonic culture, specifically the Byzantine Rite of the Eastern Catholic Church. It analyzes the religious meaning of each item in the Traditional Easter basket. The paper also contains some accounts of personal stories told by her mother. Photographs of food preparation enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Small Town's Social Group Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Ryan Paquin collected folk material. His collection explores his group of friends in his hometown of Ramsey, NJ, including their social activities and drinking culture. Included is Paquin's essay, color picture prints, handwritten directions to drinking games, and several interviews.
Folklife Collection - Smith Island Superstitions
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student Jaquelyn Kiser collected folk material. Her collection explores superstitions of Smith Island inhabitants, including those involving childhood, domestic pursuits, gambling, travel, love, death, the natural world, and fishing. Included is her essay, a list of superstitions, and cassette tape interview.
Folklife Collection - Snow Hill Narrative
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, Salisbury University Student Leslie Holsey collected local folk material. She chose to focus on the progress of Snow Hill, Maryland, through the years since the 1920s. The narrative on Snow Hill was told by a native Easternshoreman who recalled, among other details, how their former firehouse was equipped with only two white horses and which family owned the very first car in town back in the days. This paper is essentially a travel back in time that enables us to appreciate how things had changed.
Folklife Collection - Soar With the Eagles
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Susan Wilgus Adkins collected folk material. Her project is about the folklore of insurance agents. She interviewed several people working Nationwide Insurance to determine how they felt about their job and their relationships with their colleagues. Photographs and brochures enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Soccer Lore
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student James Greenwood collected folk material. His collection explores the folklore of soccer teams, including their jargon and superstitions. Included is his essay and a series of surveys conducted.
Folklife Collection - Something About Nettie
by Salisbury University Students (1979)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1979, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Leigh A. Moxey these interviews focus on her grandmother, Nettie May Murphy from Federalsburg, Maryland. The interview covers her childhood, her origins, her life during the Great Depression, and other topics.
Folklife Collection - Sooks and Jimmies: A Study of the Watermen of Tangier
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University students Tammi Norris and Nick Proescher collected folk material. Their collection explores the watermen of Tangier Island, VA as a folkgroup, including their legends, recipes, and practices. Included is their essay, a microcassette interview (with tape log), color picture prints, a series of recipes, and a printed napkin.
Folklife Collection - Southern Family Tradition
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University students Alissa Jordan and Melissa Alley collected folk material. Their folklore project was on Southern families, including theirs. The first section of their paper provides background information on the Southern family and its history, along with their own personal histories. The second sections focuses on the customs and traditions of a typical Southern family during the Winter holidays. Photographs of homemade Christmas ornaments enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Speakings vs. Writing Curriculum: Supplement for 11 Business English at Easton High School
by Salisbury University Students (1980)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1980, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. Cathy Smack, as an eleventh grade teacher at Easton High School, conducted a project in an effort to improve the speaking and writing skills of her students. This collection provides an overview of her project's goals and activities.
Folklife Collection - Sport Rituals in Folklore:
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Todd Graham collected folk material. His collection explores the use of rituals and fetishes that athletes believed would help them perform better and control the elements of chance. These could take the form of a piece of clothing, a material object, a particular activity, etc. The student observed and interviewed several people to learn more about their lucky ritual. Videotape and audiotape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Sports Card Collecting
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student name collected folk material. His collection explores the practice of collecting sports trading cards. Included is his essay and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Square Dancing on the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1978)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1978, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this particular collection, Sheila Loewer chose to focus on square dancing on the Eastern Shore. Her report includes interviews, dance lesson transcript, costume photographs, and others.
Folklife Collection - SSU Folkgroup of Friends
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University students Nicole Fidalgo and Amanda Kilby collected folk material. Their collection explores their friendgroup at Salisbury State University as a folkgroup, including their nicknames, favored pastimes, and drinking games. Included is their essay, a cassette tape interview, and color pictures.
Folklife Collection - SSU Football
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Charles Braywood collected folk material. His collection explores the Salisbury State University Football Team as a folkgroup, including the team's culture, atmosphere, and stigmas the players face. Included is his essay and several handwritten interviews.
Folklife Collection - SSU Football
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University students Walter Johnson and Randy Curtin collected folk material. Their collection explores the Salisbury State University Football Team, including its attire, lingo, and legends. Included is their essay.
Folklife Collection - SSU Football
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 19995, former Salisbury University student Stephen Boyd collected folk material. His collection documents the traditions of the Salisbury State University Football Team, including binge drinking, hazing, and interactions with the university's Greek system. Included are Boyd's essay and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - SSU Football Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1994, former student Angelo Morreale collected folk material about the Salisbury State University Football team. In this piece, he describes the difficulties that athletes must overcome, the attitudes and the friendship between players, and the traditions observed at the Football camp.
Folklife Collection - SSU Women's Tennis Team Folk Group
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Kristy Chapple collected folk material. Her collection explores Salisbury State University's Women's Tennis Team as a folkgroup, including their attire, superstitions, and sisterhood on and off the court . Included is her essay and interview.
Folklife Collection - St. Ignatius Church
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University Student Kim Higdon collected folk material. This collection is about the St. Ignatus Church as a folkgroup. The paper describes the particularities of this congregation, its various activities around the community, its history, and more.
Folklife Collection - Supernatural Legend and Belief: The Devil
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the include some element of the devil, whether that be a sighting of him in a different form or belief that the devil was the cause of some harm. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Supernatural legends of Fredrick County
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1992, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Staci M. Lerch collected folk material about Frederick County, Maryland with a focus on supernatural legends. Many of these ghost stories are related to the spirits of Civil War soldiers. Tape and photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Superstition and Popular Belief: Animals and Animal Husbandry
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitious and popular beliefs about animals and animal husbandry. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstition and Popular Belief: Birth, Infancy, Childhood
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitious and popular beliefs about birth, infancy, and childhood. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstition and Popular Belief: Cosmic Phenomena, Times, Numbers, Seasons
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitious and popular beliefs about cosmic phenomena, times, numbers, and seasons. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstition and Popular Belief: Death and Funeral Customs
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitious and popular beliefs about death and funeral customs. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstition and Popular Belief: Economic and Social Relations
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitious and popular beliefs about economic and social relations. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstition and Popular Belief: Fishing and Hunting
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1971 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitious and popular beliefs about fishing and hunting. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstition and Popular Belief: Home and Domestic Pursuits
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitious and popular beliefs about home and domestic pursuits. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstition and Popular Belief: Human Body and Folk Medicine
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitious and popular beliefs about the human body and folk medicine. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstition and Popular Belief: Love, Courtship, and Marriage
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitious and popular beliefs about love, courtship, and marriage. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstition and Popular Belief: Plants and Plant Husbandry
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitious and popular beliefs about plants and plant husbandry. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstition and Popular Belief: Travel and Communications
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitious and popular beliefs about travel and communication. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstition and Popular Belief: Weather
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University professors and teachers collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitious and popular beliefs about weather. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstition and Popular Belief: Witchcraft, Ghosts, and Magical Practices
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitious and popular beliefs about witchcraft, ghosts, and magical practices. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstitions
by Salisbury University Students (1977 – 1977)
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In 1977, Salisbury University Student Kathleen M. Young collected folk material covering a vast array of local superstitions. The group of informants include retired patrons of diverse origins, students at Salisbury State Collage as well as a Catholic priest. Their contributions are organized by topics such as birth, travel, marriage, folk medicine, magical practices, cosmic beliefs, animal, plant, hunting, etc.
Folklife Collection - Superstitions
by Salisbury University Students (1977 – 1977)
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In 1977, Salisbury University Student Cynthia L. Cooper collected folklore material. This paper gathers a considerable number of local superstitions about death, weather, animals, plants, the human body, relationships, wishes, food and drinks, household objects, etc.
Folklife Collection - Superstitions
by Salisbury University Students (1979)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1979, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Susan Milloy chose to focus on a specific folk group : the athletes of Salisbury State College. She put together a series of questions relating to the superstitious beliefs of her informants (a total of 30 athletes), including what they think about the effects of diet, location, music, colors, weather, prayers, team attitude on their performance or whether they had a good luck charm.
Folklife Collection - Superstitions
by Salisbury University Students (1982)
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In 1982, former Salisbury University Student Karen White collected folk material. Her collection focuses on superstitions. She interviewed fifteen local residents from which she gathered a considerable number of superstitious anecdotes around pregnancy, birth, luck, relationships, etc.
Folklife Collection - Superstitions and Medicine
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1971s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1971, former Salisbury University student Bryan Briddell collected folk life material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitions and medicines. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstitions for the Game of Lacrosse
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
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In 2000, former Salisbury University student David Norfolk collected folk material. His collection explores the folklore of lacrosse, including personal nicknames of players and superstitions. Included is his essay.
Folklife Collection - Superstitions of Baseball and Softball Players
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
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In 1992, former Salisbury University student Sharon Johnson collected folk material. This collection is about the superstitious beliefs of the Baseball and Softball players at Salisbury State University. They can take the form of a lucky number, wearing a specific pair of socks or underwear, etc.
Folklife Collection - Superstitions of the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
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In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Anne Brinsfield collected folk material. She interviewed housewives, farmers and ministers from several towns in Maryland and Delaware. Her project focused on superstitions and local customs. The topics covered range from folk medicine, childhood, bad luck, magical practices, funerals and more.
Folklife Collection - Superstitions of Watermen on the Lower Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (Undated)
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In 1992, former Salisbury University students Christa Campbell and Kelly Pierce collected folk material related to the superstitions of watermen on the Lower Eastern shore. They interviewed the wives of watermen, native of Rumbley, Maryland, who shared the beliefs of their husbands and other popular superstitions transmitted by the previous generations. The second part of the paper is a collection of popular watermen beliefs such as what brings bad luck. It is believed, for instance, that a woman brings bad luck if she is the first visitor on New Year's day, so people will not allow any female visitors on that day.
Folklife Collection - Superstitions, Attitudes and Beliefs of Athletes
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1992, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. This collection examines the superstitions, attitudes and beliefs within the athletic community. The student uses personal narratives or experiences he witnessed himself with his informant to illustrate the role played by these elements in sports.
Folklife Collection - Superstitions, Customs, and Beliefs: A Collection of Lore
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
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In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Lisa D. Wimbrow collected local folklore material. Her paper covers various themes such as childhood, social relations, love and marriage, travel and communication, esoteries, animal and plant husbandry, etc. It is a collection of local myths, proverbs, superstitions, customs, and remedies gathered from the people of Salisbury, Maryland.
Folklife Collection - Superstitions: Eastern Coast
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitions from across the Eastern Coast. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstitions: Information Cards on Collectors and Informants
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, it include various notecards with the collectors and informants personal information of those who participated in the folk life interviews. These notecards are arranged alphabetically.
Folklife Collection - Superstitions: Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitions from across the lower Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Superstitions: Upper Eastern Shore of Maryland
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of superstitions from across the upper Eastern Shore. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Surf for a Thousand Years - The Hawaiian Influence on the Folkgroup of Ocean City Surfers
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
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In 1993, former Salisbury University student Sarah Challenger Tilghman collected folk material. Her project focuses on the history of surfing in Ocean City, Md, and the influence of Hawaiian traditions on local surfers. Married to an avid surfer, she easily landed several interviews with surfers of different background and ages ranging from 17 to 85. She discovered during her research how surfing became popular on the East Coast and its beginnings in Ocean City. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Surfer's Paradise: A Journey to Cape Hatteras
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
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In 1995, former Salisbury University student Jesse Bellavance collected folk material. His collection is about surfing and what it represents to the folk group of surfers. In this paper, he tells about his friendship with other surfers and how they taught him the essentials of surfing. He also recounts one of their adventurous road trip to North Carolina, specifically to Hatteras island, to chase after some good waves.
Folklife Collection - Sussex County Family Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
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In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Jill Clendaniel collected local folk material. This paper consists of a collection of folk poems, anecdotes and legends as well some folk remedies for colds and skin disorders. After a thorough description of the project, including the backgrounds of the informants, the methods used and the challenges faced during the collection process, Jill Clendaniel provides a transcript of each interview along with excerpts of poems and her own comments.
Folklife Collection - Swedish Traditions in the Maloney Family
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
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In 2001, former Salisbury University student Kathleen Maloney collected folk material. Her collection explores her family's Swedish traditions during Christmastime, primarily being the preparation of certain foods. Included is her essay, a series of recipes, color picture prints, and a floppy disk.
Folklife Collection - Sweet Silence : Deaf Culture from a Hearing Perspective
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
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In 1999, former Salisbury University student Elizabeth Fox collected folk material. Her collection explores the culture of the deaf, including their activities that remain unimpeded by their disability. Included is her essay.
Folklife Collection - Tae Kwon Do Club
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
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In 2000, former Salisbury University student Kelly Whaley collected folk material. Her collection explores the Tae Kwon Do Club at Salisbury State University, including its terminology, uniforms, and overall culture. Included is her essay, black and white picture prints, and a list of terms.
Folklife Collection - Talbot County Folklore and Salisbury Area Superstitions
by Salisbury University Students (1977 – 1977)
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In 1977, Salisbury University Student Michelle McCabe collected folk material. Her collection focuses on local stories and superstitions of the Salisbury area and Talbot County. Her paper includes various legends such as George Washington spending a night at the Robert Morris Inn as well as different superstitions related to birth, death, animals, etc. Also enclosed are pictures of the places mentioned in the stories.
Folklife Collection - Tales of Two Women Who Worked in the Secretary Shirt Factory
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
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In 2002, former Salisbury University student Tanya Travis collected folk material. Her collection explores the experience of two shirt factory workers in Secretary, MD, including their duties and other related experiences. Included is her essay, two cassette tapes with interviews (logs included), and black and white picture prints.
Folklife Collection - Tall Tales, Munchausens, and Exaggerations
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of tall tales, munchausens, and other exaggerations. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Tattoo Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
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In 1997, former Salisbury University students Stacey Danielczyk, Gwen Gorely, and Jen Tessier collected folk material. Their collection explores the culture of those with tattoos, including reasons for doing so. Included are their essay, interview answers, and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Teenage Urban Legends
by Salisbury University Students (1983)
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In 1983, former Salisbury University Student Jeanette C. Low collected folk material. Her collection focuses on teenage urban legends. Her paper is comprised of several stories (different versions) associated with famous legends such as "The Boyfriend's Death" or "The Vanishing Bride"; her analysis and a list of the narrators she interviewed. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Tennis Team Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
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In 1997, former Salisbury University student Zachary Chryst collected folk material. His collection explores the folklore of the tennis team at Baltimore Lutheran Middle and Upper Schools, including the group's jargon and overall culture. Included is Chryst's essay and a series of handwritten interviews.
Folklife Collection - The "Visionary's" Visions
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
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In 1997, former Salisbury University student Rob Merritt collected folk material. His collection explores the art at the Visionary Museum of Art in Baltimore, MD and examines the folkgroup of visual artists. Included is Merritt's essay and a series of photo negatives.
Folklife Collection - The American Carousel As Folk Art
by Salisbury University Students (1988)
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In 1988, Salisbury University Student Suzanne Nussear collected folk material. Her collection focuses on folk crafts, namely the making of American carousel used in amusement parks. Her paper covers the historical background of the carousel and its production in the United States. She also included a set of slides from her field work on the carousel of Ocean City, Maryland.
Folklife Collection - The Appeal of Neo-Paganism and Witchcraft
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
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In 1997, former Salisbury University student Lauren Callan collected folk material. Her collection explores the folkgroup of the Wicca Society, which practices neo-paganism and witchcraft. Included are her essay, an interview on microcassette (transcript included), and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - The Archive Experience
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
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In 1997, former Salisbury University student Tammy Seip collected folk material. Her collection documents her experience working the Delmarva Research Center archives. Included is her essay.
Folklife Collection - The Boyfriends Death
by Salisbury University Students (1983)
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In 1983, former Salisbury University Student Jeff Rogge collected folk material. This collection focuses on a particular urban legend : "The Boyfriend's Death". Like any famous legend, some details vary from a folkgroup to another. In his paper, Jeff Rogge reports on the versions collected from Salisbury State College students. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - The Broken Web [Honors thesis]
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
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This piece by Elizabeth Miller constitutes a thesis and literary critic covering several themes relating to Native Americans, including their literature, quest of identity, the misconceptions associated to them and more. It analyzes the complex culture of Native American clans and their place in America. It also sheds light, among other things, on how Native Americans struggle to reconnect to their native culture as well as the impacts of legislation, or lack thereof, supposed to protect their rights.
Folklife Collection - The Cliques of Cambridge-South Dorchester High School: A Folklore Collection
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1990, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Melissa Robbins decided to talk about the culture of Cambridge-South Dorchester High School, specifically the folklore surrounding its cliques (watermen clique, farmers clique, preppie clique, etc.). Her paper analyzes the interactions between those folkgroups, their ethnography and the values they share.
Folklife Collection - The Clothing Culture of the American Teenager as seen in Stephen Decatur High School
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
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In 1991, former Salisbury University Student Kristen Brunori collected folk material. She conducted a research on the clothing culture of different groups at Stephen Decatur High School. In her paper, she describes the fashion style of different groups such as the hip-hoppers, the hippies, and the surfers.
Folklife Collection - The College Alcoholic
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
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In 1992, former Salisbury University student Paul Hallam collected folk material. His collection focuses on the consumption of alcohol in college. He believed that one reason students drink alcohol is to socialize better by reducing their "inhibitions", an analysis that was confirmed by his four interviewees who also shared their experiences.
Folklife Collection - The Community Legends of Trappe
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, former Salisbury University student Michael K. Adams collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various community legends from Trappe, Maryland. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, the stories, as well as copies of several newspaper clippings.
Folklife Collection - The Conference Table: Lore Told in a Country Store
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, former Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For her project, Tracy L. Cordrey covered different types of lore told at the Conference Table, where a group of local farmers come together every morning to discuss politics, crops and other local events. They gather at the back table in a local store near Mission, Delaware. Tracy L. Cordrey put into writing the reminiscences of these men. Naturally, spooky topics and urban legends were not left out.
Folklife Collection - The DiMaria Folks
by Salisbury University Students (1977 – 1977)
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In 1977, Salisbury University Student Nancy DiMaria collected folk material focused on her own family's history. In her paper, she includes several sayings used by her grandparents, immigrants of Italian origin, along with family recipes, homemade remedies and other traditions.
Folklife Collection - The Dunnock Family of Dorchester County
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
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In 1994, former Salisbury University student Connie Dunnock collected folk material. Her collection documents the history of the Dunnock family (from her husband's side) who immigrated to Dorchester County as early as in the 1800's. Her paper retraces the genealogy of the family, recounts the life of Carl Emmet II (Pop) who was her husband's grandfather, and describes the role of women in the family. The student's informant was her husband.Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - The Dynamics of Lifeguarding
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
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In 2002, former Salisbury University student Chris Keller collected folk material. His collection explores Delaware State Parks lifeguards as a folkgroup, including their activities, duties, and traditions. Included is his essay, two cassette tapes (logs included), and a PowerPoint presentation with black and white images.
Folklife Collection - The Esoteric Systems of My Small Group of Surfer Friends
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1992, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For his project, Dwayne S. Lord decided to talk about a group of surfers he belonged to. He introduced his work by explaining the importance of having long hair for surfers. Wearing long hair helped him befriend other surfers. Once accepted in that group, he became aware that he was not the only one who grew his hair in order to be associated with long hair surfers. That's how he realized the esoteric system of this brotherhood and he wanted to examine it further. This paper documents the attitudes and beliefs of this particular folk group.
Folklife Collection - The Family as a Folk Group
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
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In 1992, former Salisbury University student David Alexander collected folk material in which he explores his own family's traditions and dynamics. In this paper, he mostly analyses the traditions observed during family gathering. For instance, he noted the dining etiquette rules observed such as the seating arrangement, the apportioning of the meat and who gets to take the first bite (mostly from Medieval days in Europe), as well as the formation of subgroups and the topics discussed after diner.
Folklife Collection - The Farming Community Traditions and Modern World View as Reflected in the Art of a Family of Quilters
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
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In 1990, former Salisbury University Student Brooke Boyer collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the folk art of making quilts. She interviewed three female quilt makers to know more about their techniques, etc. In her paper, she analyzes the influence of farming traditions and modernity on quilt making. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - The Folk Events of Liberty High School's Drama Group
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
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In 2001, former Salisbury University student name collected folk material. Their collection explores the drama club at Liberty High School, including its terminology, breakdown of rehearsals, and. Included is her essay, a interview cassette tape (with log), color picture prints, and a breakdown of a drama performance.
Folklife Collection - The Folk Group and Folklife of an Intramural Supervisor
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
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In 1995, former Salisbury University students Kevin Dart and Wil Pfeiffer collected folk material. Their collection explores the culture of Salisbury State University intramural sports teams, including each team's unique attributes. Included are an essay, color photographs, and documents pertaining to the intramural sports teams such as handbooks, forms, and rosters.
Folklife Collection - The Folk Group of Marijuana Smokers
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
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In 1997, former Salisbury University students "Mary, Jane and Bud" collected folk material. Their collection explores the folkgroup of Marijuana smokers, including their jargon and overall culture. Included are their essay and questionnaires submitted by a collection of informants.
Folklife Collection - The Folklore and Folklife of Allen, Maryland
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1990, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Dan Turner chose to focus on the folklore of Allen, Maryland. This paper includes several accounts of local legends, personal stories, etc. This package also include a letter written by Fred (J.F) Messick to Ruth Jones Wilkins in 1951, which provides a lot of details about the history of Allen. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - The Folklore of Baseball
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1992, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Michael A. Edwards chose to focus on the folklore of baseball. He used his own experience and the personal narratives of his grandfather to put this piece together. Among the topics covered are the stories about "drunken umpire" and his grandfather's reprehensible behavior back when playing under the influence of alcohol was tolerated. In contrast, Michael's experience involving baseball and alcohol ended up quite differently as time has changed. Other aspects of baseball lore such as occupational folklore are also discussed. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - The Folklore of Camping
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
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In 1993, former Salisbury University student Elaine N. Gauthier collected folk material. As a camping enthusiast, she chose to base her semester project on this topic. Her collection explores different categories of campers ranging from R.V campers (motorhome) to backpackers, their motivations and the reason they chose a particular type of camping. Later in her paper, the student provides a detailed description of the lifestyle of backpackers and the purpose of each item they carry with them. She also recounts some of her own adventures.
Folklife Collection - The Folklore of Celebrations in Athletics
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
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In 1993, former Salisbury University student Kevin Bradford collected folk material. His work explores the different ways athletes celebrate their success during and after a game: hugging, head butts, dancing, carrying coach on shoulders, etc. It also explains the NCAA rules against certain types of celebratory display. Accounts of personal narratives are included.
Folklife Collection - The Folklore of Chesapeake Bay Decoy Making
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
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In 1994, former Salisbury University student Marcus Scott Budnick collected folk material. A native of Havre de Grace in Harford County, Md., which is considered "The Decoy Capital of the World", the student based his project the folkloric aspect of decoy carving. Decoy carving is a tradition passed down through generation in his family. This paper walks the reader through the different steps of decoy carving and analyzes the attitudes of decoy artists towards their art and their folk group. He also talks about the
Folklife Collection - The Folklore of Drinking Games
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
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In 2000, former Salisbury University student Peter Monzo collected folk material. His collection explores drinking games popular with college students, including the types of games, their rules of play, and implications. Included is his essay, color picture slides, and a cassette tape interview (with transcripts).
Folklife Collection - The Folklore of Dyads
by Salisbury University Students (1988)
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In 1988, former Salisbury University Student Jeenie Skozypic collected folk material. She took a different angle to approach this project. She decided to analyze the folklore around romantic relationships, especially the terms of endearment. She used three different couples as case studies.
Folklife Collection - The Folklore of Foxhunting
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1994, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project,Megan E. Fidgeon covered the folklore around fox hunting. The student interviewed two members of the Wicomico Hunt Club;the manager and a professional kennelsman (in charge of taking care of the hounds). Overall, this piece explains the specific rules, the traditional clothing and the hierarchical organization of a typical hunting club. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - The Folklore of Hanging out in Milford, DE
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
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In 1993, former Salisbury University students Stacey Conklin, Crystal Mintzer and Stephen Wenn collected folk material together. Their fieldwork project took the form of a social study. All three students come from the same town but hang out with different folk groups. They decided to compare and contrast their groups to analyse the esoteric and exoteric views of the groups on one another. Videotape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - The Folklore of Marijuana Users
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, former Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. This paper provides with some insights on the traditional procedures of smoking marijuana and defines common slang terms on this topic.
Folklife Collection - The Folklore of Softball Teams
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
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In 1994, former Salisbury University student Susan Otto collected folk material. Her paper explores the folklore of Softball teams, namely the attitudes and characteristics of most players. Her paper describes in details the typical uniform and off field clothing of softball players.
Folklife Collection - The Folklore of Southern New Jersey
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1973, former Salisbury University student Barbara Daniello collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various popular folklore of southern New Jersey. The collection includes an introduction to the topic and the stories.
Folklife Collection - The Folklore of the Pocomoke Forest
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Charles R. Clark collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of folklore from around the Eastern Shore specifically about the Pocomoke Forest. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - The Folklore of Young Gay Men in Salisbury
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
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In 1995, former Salisbury University student Stephanie Wallace collected folk material. Her collection explores the folklore of the gay subculture from an emic-etic standpoint. The student interviewed two of her friends for the purpose of this paper. They discussed about gay rights marches, the reason behind their identity symbols (rainbow flag, pink triangles) and the subgroups' dressing styles (drag queens dress like women, butch wear cop uniforms, voguers wear women's clothes but dress like men, etc.). Other aspects such as music, folk speech, and more are also included. This package contains an audiotape, various xeroxed ads and pictures, a handwritten slang glossary, and a magazine featuring articles about gay rights, events and identity symbols.
Folklife Collection - The Folklore Traditions of Men's Lacrosse
by Salisbury University Students (2003)
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In 2003, former Salisbury University student Adam Schmidt collected folk material. His collection explores the Salisbury University lacrosse team as a folk group, including their terminology, uniforms, game play, and customs. Included is his essay.
Folklife Collection - The Girls of Nanticoke Hall: An Ethnographic Report
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
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In 1999, former Salisbury University student Gina DiPiero collected folk material. Her collection explores the culture of the female residents of Nanticoke Hall dormitory at Salisbury State University, including their eating habits, dress, and overall lifestyle . Included is her essay and a poster.
Folklife Collection - The Goldsby Family
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
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In 2000, former Salisbury University student Heather Goldsby collected folk material. Her collection explores her Navy family as a folkgroup, including their history, traditions, and language. Included is her essay.
Folklife Collection - The Hidden Folklore of the Snowboard and Twintip Skiing Culture
by Salisbury University Students (2003)
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In 2003, former Salisbury University student Jeffrey Michael collected folk material. His collection explores his friend group of skiers and snowboarders, including their drinking culture, inside jokes, jargon, and activities. Included is his essay, color photographs, and VHS interview tape (log included).
Folklife Collection - The Horse Show as a Folk Event
by Salisbury University Students (1979)
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In 1979, former Salisbury University Student Gigi Eichnor collected folk material. Her collection focuses on horseshows. Her paper, illustrated with a lot of photographs, reports on different aspects of horseshows and horse riding in general. Riding attire, the terms and esoteric beliefs around this discipline as well as the preparation of the horses and the riders for the event are some examples.
Folklife Collection - The Humorous Mathematician
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
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In 1992, former Salisbury University student Kellylyn Petrella collected folk material. She collected some jokes from the mathematical community at Salisbury State University. In her essay, the student describes her group and elaborates on some of the stereotypes associated with mathematics. This package contains several comic cartoons and narratives jokes related to mathematics and statistics.
Folklife Collection - The Impact of Hawaiin Folklore on the Erwin Family
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
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In 1994, former Salisbury University student Kristine D. Erwin collected folk material. Her paper tells the story of her family who left Maryland to embrace the Hawaiian culture. Several accounts of personal narratives (wedding, passing a Hawaiian name to a non-Hawaiian child), superstitions (volcano eruption on a wedding day, curse from stealing lava), myths and traditions are discussed. Photographs of flowers enclosed.
Folklife Collection - The Internet: The Invisible Web
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
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In 1999, former Salisbury University student Jason Kelly collected folk material. His collection explores internet communication, including email and chatroom culture. Included is his essay, web page prints, and an acronym dictionary.
Folklife Collection - The Jersey Devil
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
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In 1997, former Salisbury University student Jeff Schoerner collected folk material. His collection explores the legend of the Jersey Devil monster, including its history, legends, and fan following. Included is his essay, color photographs, and several web pages dedicated to the monster.
Folklife Collection - The Jersey Devil
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
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In 2000, former Salisbury University student Douglas Morgan collected folk material. His collection explores the phenomenon of the Jersey Devil creature, including sightings of the animal and expert analysis of its potential existence. Included is his essay, color photographs, and two maps of New Jersey.
Folklife Collection - The Lankford Hotel: Four Generations of Tradition
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
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In 1994, former Salisbury University student Sally Rutka collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the old-fashioned style and tradition upheld for four generations of families running The Lankford Hotel. This piece retraces the history of the hotel since its establishment in the 1930's, highlighting the major changes throughout the years and the issues the owners had to deal with.The student, who was the manager at that time, interviewed her mother and her daughter to discuss about their hotel. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - The Legends and Oral History of Cecil County
by Salisbury University Students (1974 – 1974s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1974, former Salisbury University students Judi Ellwood and Ann Olah collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of legends and oral histories from Cecil County, Maryland. This collection includes an introduction to the topic, multiple photographs, as well as descriptions of the interviewers and informants.
Folklife Collection - The Life of a Lobsterman Through the Eyes of His Daughter
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
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In 2002, former Salisbury University student Richard Yoskey collected folk material. His collection explores the life of his lobsterman grandfather through his mother's perspective, including stories from his life in Maine, customs, and experiences as a lobsterman. Included is his essay, a microcassette interview tape (log included), VHS tape footage (with log), and CD.
Folklife Collection - The Life of an Eastern Shore Carver
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1990, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Troy Alan Wainwright chose to tell the story of his great grand father John Henry Elliott (Capt. Elliott), who was a decoy carver. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - The Little Red House of Eastchester, NY
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
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In 2001, former Salisbury University students Jaimie Carlsen and Hayley DeGroff collected folk material. Their collection explores an alleged haunted house in Eastchester, NY, including its history, paranormal stories, and the citizens' interactions with the house. Included is their essay, several maps, a photocopied book page, and a collection of color photographs.
Folklife Collection - The Lore of the SSU Honor Student Association
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
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In 1993, former Salisbury University student Jim Hudson conducted a folklore field research. He looked into the folklore surrounding a newly formed Honors Student Association. Interested in the esoteric-exoteric aspect of this folkgroup, he started by debunking the stereotypes that honors students are a "bunch of nerds" getting together to talk about computers. As a matter of fact, this new association was mostly engaged into partying and field trips. They even came up with a new form of entertainment: " the party minutes" which report on the gossip and details of their parties and in which they refer to themselves by their costumes.
Folklife Collection - The Making of Paper-Cut Lampshades
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student John Laws collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of how to make paper-cut lampshades. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, their stories, as well as multiple photographs.
Folklife Collection - The Marijuana Sub-Culture: A Look into the Social Aspects
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1993, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Elan Chertock explored the marijuana sub-culture. During his fieldwork, he observed several forms of folklore such as the customs and rules that prevail in a typical folk group indulging in recreational use of cannabis, the story telling (some stories were completely made up on the spot) and the folk speech specific to this activity. Transcripts of interviews enclosed.
Folklife Collection - The Marylander and Herald
by Salisbury University Students (1976 – 1976)
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In a series of research projects about local Eastern Shore residents in 1976, former Salisbury University student Alastair Burton collected folk material. For this collection, his project focuses on the history of the local newspaper "The Marylander and Herald" located in Princess Anne, Maryland. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, a brief history, multiple photographs, and a sample of the newspaper.
Folklife Collection - The Mennonites
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
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In 1990, former Salisbury University Student Elizabeth Miller collected folk material. Her project focuses on the folklife of the Mennonite Community. Her paper describes in details the way of living of Mennonites, explaining in the process the main differences between the more conservative Old Order Mennonites and the progressive Mennonites. In addition to the background essay, she also interviewed several people to inquire about the influence of being a Mennonite on their career. Two of her informants were artists. Another interview involves two students engaged into a feminist movement at Goshen College.
Folklife Collection - The Military Experience
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
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In 1997, former Salisbury University student J.P. Lapps collected folk material. His collection explores the lifestyle of those living at military bases, including their education, religion, and traditions. Included is Lapps's essay, a VHS tape of a tour of Dover Air Force Base, a handwritten collection of traditions, and a data table.
Folklife Collection - The Munich Clan
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
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In 1994, former Salisbury University student Paula Neal collected folk material. For this project, the student decided to talk about a special folk group she belonged to: "the Munich Clan", which was a group of students who used to attend a division of the University of Maryland established in Munich, Germany, for the family of deployed military or U.S. and allied countries' government workers. Her paper describes this unique student body who created its own fraternities and sororities (identified by animal names), and improvised its traditions (pledge programs, social activities). The paper then focuses on the folklore of her group of friends (the "Munich Clan"). Pictures and cartoons enclosed.
Folklife Collection - The Newton Girls
by Salisbury University Students (Undated)
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In 2001, former Salisbury University student Lilly Tiffin collected folk material. Her collection explores her group of friends living on Newton Street in Salisbury, MD, including their nicknames for one another, inside jokes, jargon, and other elements of their friendship. Included is her essay, a webpage printout, handwritten list of terms, and cassette tape interview (with log).
Folklife Collection - The Occupational Folklore of an Ocean City Timeshare Salesman
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1991, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project Frank W. Nanna chose to tell his own story as a timeshare salesman in Ocean City, Maryland. Captivating, his paper chronicles his success in this "scammy" business. The paper describes the harsh working conditions and the lavish lifestyle of these salesmen, explains the jargon and deceptive sales techniques used. Frank thrived and made it to the top 1% of all timeshare salesmen in the country. Ultimately, he too got caught up into the vicious cycle and run out of money. Back to college, he "has never been happier."
Folklife Collection - The Oral History of Bowie Elks Lodge 2309
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1994, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Timothy Cureton sought to investigate the history of the Bowie Elks Lodge. He interviewed three members of the lodge about their personal experiences and retrieved a portion of historical document about the beginning of B.P.O Elks along with a brochure of April 1994. Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - The Oral History of the Mardela Indian Spring
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
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In 2001, former Salisbury University student Stacey Mercer collected folk material. Her collection explores the folklife of the town of Mardela Springs, MD, most notably the town's once famous mineral water spring. Included is her essay, two cassette tapes with interviews (logs included), newspaper clipping photocopies, and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - The Paradoxical Nature of Sound Recording
by Salisbury University Students (2003)
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In 2003, former Salisbury University student Michael Hansen collected folk material. His collection explores his experience doing sound recording work in the field of folkore. Included is his essay.
Folklife Collection - The People and Folklore of Crisfield
by Salisbury University Students (1984)
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In 1984, Salisbury University Student Cathy Strine collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the people and folklore of Crisfield, Maryland, namely the language and communication patterns used by the residents of the area. The genres covered include folk speech, tales, personal legends, ghost stories, etc. Photographs and tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - The Personal Experience Narrative of my Grandmother, Emma Elizabeth Hudson Olah
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
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In 2002, former Salisbury University student Karen Hanna collected folk material. Her collection explores the life of her grandmother, including her experience as a nurse . Included is her essay and a cassette tape interview (log included).
Folklife Collection - The Personal Experience Narrative: A Jewish Immigrant Success Story
by Salisbury University Students (1984)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1984, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For her project, Christine Krispie Ferber put the emphasis on personal experience narrative. She interviewed Mr. Harold Greenspan, a Jewish businessman who operated on the boardwalk of Ocean City, Maryland. The interview covers the personal story of Mr. Greenspan from Poland to the United States, and how he became prosperous. His personal story also reveal some historical facts about the anti-semitic environment in Europe of that time from his perspective, and the difficulties he had to face when settling in Ocean City. Some Jewish customs and traditions are also discussed. Tape and photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - The Ponies of Assateague: The People of Chincoteague
by Salisbury University Students (1983)
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In 1983, former Salisbury University Student Cynthia Bull collected folk material. Her collection focuses on legends about ship wrecks off the shorelines of Ocean City and Assateague. Some local residents she interviewed provided various narratives about how the ponies arrived on the shore (the British, the pirates, etc.). Tape enclosed in the folder.
Folklife Collection - The Realm of Sigma Alpha Epsilon
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
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In 1997, former Salisbury University student Jason Lappen collected folk material. His collection explores the fraternity Sigma Alpha Epsilon and its culture of parties and brotherhood. Included is Lappen's essay, a list of terms used by SAE brothers, a collection of several fraternity songs/chants with lyrics, a list of fraternity interview questions, and several color picture prints.
Folklife Collection - The Songs of A Gentlemens Sport
by Salisbury University Students (1983)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1983, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Scott Young focused on the songs sung by rugby players after a game. This paper describes the tradition of this song competition and even provides some lyrics. Tape enclosed in the folder.
Folklife Collection - The SSU Dance Company
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
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In 2001, former Salisbury University student name collected folk material. Her collection explores the Salisbury State University Dance Company, including its internal hierarchy, jargon, nicknames, and overall culture. Included is her essay, color photographs, playbills, ticket stubs, and newspaper articles.
Folklife Collection - The Storm of Thirty-Three
by Salisbury University Students (1983)
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In 1983, former Salisbury University Student Lynn Marie Hynes collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the storm that hit Ocean City, Maryland, in 1933. She interviewed four residents who experienced this event to inquire about what happened to them and how the storm changed the city.
Folklife Collection - The Story of Us: The Study of an Intimate Dyad
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
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In 2001, former Salisbury University student Meagan Schlicht collected folk material. Her collection explores her own intimate relationship with a significant other as a folkgroup, including nicknames, pratices, and other details. Included is her essay and a series of handwritten interviews.
Folklife Collection - The Story-Telling Aspect of Roleplaying Games: A Game for
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
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In 1991, former Salisbury University Student Stephen Mumford collected folk material. His work explores the fantasy role-playing games that he partook in at Salisbury State University. His paper, accompanied by some sketches, mostly consists of a description of the fictional games his group played each Friday night throughout the semester with some insights of the game master of the group.
Folklife Collection - The Tide Club
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
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In 2001, former Salisbury University student Paul Pundt collected folk material. His collection explores the friendgroup of several middle aged men known as the "Tide Club", including the club's history, drinking culture, and other traditions. Included is his essay and a microcassette tape of interviews (log included).
Folklife Collection - The Tradition of Singing in the Watson Family
by Salisbury University Students (2003)
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In 2003, former Salisbury University student Steve Watson collected folk material. His collection explores the role of singing in his family, with the formation of the Watson Singers as a group. Included is his essay and a microcassette tape with interviews (log included).
Folklife Collection - The Verbal Art of Joaning
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1993, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Rosalind Baines and Ericak Rogers worked together to collect folk material related to jokes and "joaning". Joaning is form of humor involving teasing and belittling the opponents ("Your mom is so..."). The students interviewed four of their peers to collect their best "lines". Transcripts and tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - The Waning Art of Graffiti
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
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In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Marguerite Murray collected folk material with a focal point on the art of graffiti. This paper contains a personal anecdote and a series of messages engraved on walls she came across.
Folklife Collection - The White House on Main Street
by Salisbury University Students (1988)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1988, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection, Beth Franz conducted a research on the history of a house in Crisfield, Maryland, which is the subject of numerous legends. Her paper describes the house in great detail and walks the reader through the steps of her folklore collection. One of her informants was the daughter of the man who built the house in 1912.
Folklife Collection - The Wildlife Majors at West Virginia University
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
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In 1992, former Salisbury University Student Tara A. Downes collected folk material. Her collection focused on a group of students with a passion for wildlife and a plan to pursue its preservation as a career. Her fieldwork consisted of spending an entire week with them during her visit in West Virginia. Her paper documents her time with these "uncomplicated, traditional and woodsy" students and provides an explanation for their attitudes from her own observations.
Folklife Collection - The Will to Win: The Maryland State Wrestling Tournament
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
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In 1999, former Salisbury University student Stephen Gilligan collected folk material. His collection explores college wrestlers as a folk group, including their beliefs, techniques, and jargon. Included is his essay, tournament brackets, handwritten observations and interviews, hand drawn floor plans, color picture prints, and a tournament ticket.
Folklife Collection - The World of a Dancer
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
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In 1992, former Salisbury University student Kimberly Doxey collected folk material. As a dancer herself, she chose to base her English project on the folklore associated with groups of dancers. She conducted her fieldwork on a dance company from St. Mary's County, Maryland. She interviewed two dancers and a dance instructor.
Folklife Collection - The Writing was on the Wall
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
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In 1995, former Salisbury University students Sean Jackson and Doug Cox collected folk material. Their collection explores the writing on the walls of bathrooms at Salisbury State University. These writings are themed in nature from comedy, obscenity, and even religion, among others. The collection includes an essay, transcripts of the graffiti, and Jackson and Cox's analysis of the writings.
FolkLife Collection - Thimble Game
by Salisbury University Students (1957 – 1958)
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This collection includes instructions to children's game Hide the Thimble written by Stephanie Bracey, a former Salisbury University student between 1957 and 1958.
Folklife Collection - Three Legends of the Southern Part of Dorchester County
by Salisbury University Students (1983)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1983, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Donna Palmer conducted a research on three legends from Dorchester County, Maryland. In addition to the tales, the interviews reveal some interesting details on slavery and the Civil War. A map of Dorchester County and other pictures are enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Three Lost Souls on the Eastern Shore: A Study of Homeless People
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1992, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. Richard J. Stoltz's collection focuses on the life of homeless people on the Eastern Shore. As an ex-homeless himself, running errands across 27 states for three years, Richard felt compelled to conduct his fieldwork on this folk group. In addition to his own story, Richard recounts the struggle of "Three Lost Souls" who battled "unsettledness", dysfunctional families and or addiction. After getting off the streets, Richard helped other homeless people as a counselor in a shelter.
Folklife Collection - Tobacco Farmers and the Changes in Charles County
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
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In 2000, former Salisbury University student name collected folk material. His collection explores the tobacco farmers in Charles County, MD, including their reaction to the changing attitudes toward tobacco. Included is his essay and black and white picture prints.
Folklife Collection - Tombstones and Epitaths
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
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In 1995, former Salisbury University student Bonnie Stone collected folk material. Her collection explores tombstones and the writings on them in Somerset County, Maryland. Included are Stone's essay and black and white photographs.
Folklife Collection - TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly
by Salisbury University Students (1988)
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In 1988, former Salisbury University Student Jaqueline Purnell collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the folklore around weight loss. In this paper, she outlines the rituals and traditions of a local self-help group called TOPS Chapter 169. Included are their motto, dietary prayers, recipes, games, and more. She also describes the background of some of the members. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Track and Field Final Project
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
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In 2000, former Salisbury University student Keri Edwards collected folk material. Her collection explores Salisbury State University's Track and Field team, including their practices and superstitions. Included is her essay and a cassette tape interview.
Folklife Collection - Traditional Boat Building of the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Chuck Fithian collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of traditional boat-building on Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, their stories, and multiple photographs.
Folklife Collection - Traditional Greek Cookery in America
by Salisbury University Students (1974 – 1974s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1974, former Salisbury University student Marcia Plomasen collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various popular traditions of Greek cookery in America. This collection includes an introduction to the topic, various recipes and stories, descriptions of the informants, as well as some pictures.
Folklife Collection - Traditions and Superstitions in High School Sports
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
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In 2001, former Salisbury University student Neal Schenker collected folk material. His collection explores superstitions and traditions of high school athletes, including jokes, practices, and customs before games, matches, or meets. Included is his essay, a poem, and a series of interviews.
Folklife Collection - Traditions in Phi Mu Fraternity
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
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In 1991, former Salisbury University Student name collected folk material. Her collection explores the traditions of the Greek society Phi Mu, including musical traditions, organizational structure, rituals and the clothing culture.
Folklife Collection - Traditions Surrounding Tombstones and Their Motifs in Denton, MD from 1800 to1900
by Salisbury University Students (1978)
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In 1978, former Salisbury University Student Timothy Thurber collected folk material associated with gravestone traditions, motifs and epitaphs. His collection focuses on the period of 1800 to 1900 in Denton, Maryland. Discussed in this paper are the stones, the inscriptions and the design used depending on the situation. Photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Trappe: Legends and History
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, former Salisbury University student Jay Faulkner collected folk life material from the town of Trappe, Maryland. His collection contains a variety of folk tales like the legend of Old White Marsh Church and oral histories such as the day it rained frogs around 1928. Photographs of some of the structures mentioned are enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Trapping in Dorchester County
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Charlene Brohawn collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of trapping in Dorchester County, Maryland. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Travelling Legends
by Salisbury University Students (1983)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1983, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Mike McConKey collected some legends related to traveling. His paper includes a version of "The Vanishing Hitchhicker" and the personal story of one of his friend attending Salisbury State College who was attacked by to men who tried to rape her while she was driving home.
Folklife Collection - Twenty Years After: The Lure of Elvis Fan Lore
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
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In 1997, former Salisbury University student Wendy Picken collected folk material. Her collection explores the fan base of Elvis Presley in the 20 year period after his death. Included is Picken's essay, color picture prints, two cassette tape interviews (with transcripts) and color picture projector slides.
Folklife Collection - Ty's Tombstone
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
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In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Bill Boyd collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various explanations of Ty's Tombstone located in Camp Springs, Maryland. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Ukrainian-American Superstitions
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
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In 2001, former Salisbury University student Bill Parrish collected folk material. His collection explores Ukrainian superstitions, including actions thought to bring on bad luck, and comparisons to American superstitions. Included is his essay and a series of interviews.
Folklife Collection - Unconventional Life: A Tribe in Bohemia
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
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In 1999, former Salisbury University student Andrea Lacourciere collected folk material. Her collection explores her group of friends in Bohemia, Long Island, including their drinking games and other activities. Included is her essay, several maps, color picture prints, and a microcassette interview (handwritten transcript included).
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Foodways: Muskrat]
by Salisbury University Students (1979)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1978, former Salisbury University Student Ann Stierstorfer collected folk material. Aspiring to pursue a career in catering, she chose to talk about food habits on the Eastern Shore for her term paper on folklife. The entire paper focuses on a local delicacy : the muskrats. Her paper includes the steps to prepare the rodent as well as several recipes collected from local people.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [African American Family Folklore]
by Salisbury University Students (1979)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1979, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this term project, Beverly Birckhead interviewed her family members to collect some narratives and slangs. Most interviews include a short description of the informant and his or her relationship with the interviewer.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Athletic Trainers]
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University Student John Kaltenborn collected folk material. He wanted to use this project to educate about the folk group of student athletic trainers. In addition to his own input as a student athletic trainer himself, he also observed and interviewed other trainers. The interviews of two certified trainers at SSU provides a glimpse of what this occupation is like. Tape and transcripts of the interviews are enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Bumper stickers]
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Jenny Maddux collected folk material. Her collection focuses on bumper stickers. Her paper is a collection on of the most inspired bumper sticker quotes used around the Eastern Shore at that time.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Contemporary Greek-American Stories about Classical Greek Myths]
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1990, former Salisbury University Student Craig Sistek collected folk material. His collection focused on Greek heritage, specifically the Greek Mythology. Mrs. Evangeline Alexion, his informant, recalled the classical Greek Myths told by her father, and how they affected her life. Interview transcript and tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Eastern Shore Crabbers]
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student Stephen C. Bynum collected folk material surrounding the commercial crabbing on the Eastern Shore. In this paper, he explains the different methods used to catch crabs. To supplement his project, he interviewed a couple of watermen to learn about the procedures of constructing crab-pots, a vanishing craft as more and more crabbers purchased their pots. The interviews reveal how crabbers adapt their practices to the changes in the environment, natural and economic. Tapes and photographs enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Family Narratives of the Supernatural]
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Robin Townsend put together a collection of supernatural, local and personal narratives. The paper contains a brief introduction of the informants as well as comments on each interview.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Foodways of a Ukarinian-American Family]
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student Donna Marie Piri collected folk material. Her project is about her Ukranian heritage. Her paper consists of a collection of traditional recipes and personal narratives of Ukrainian-Americans.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Graffiti]
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Sue Whittaker collected folk material. Her collection consists of graffiti found on different places, mostly in Ocean City, Maryland.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Jokes]
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Mary Gillespie collected folk material. She put together a collection of jokes under various categories such as married couples, men and women, religious orders, and some minorities.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Legends of College Students]
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, Salisbury University Student Frank Stolba collected folk material. His collection focuses on ghost legends from his peers at Salisbury State College. Some are old legends about haunted places while others involve more recent personal legends relating to Halloween parties.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Legends]
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For her paper, Margie Adams asked some local people to tell her a legend. Different versions of popular tales and other local legends were covered.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Local legends]
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Lee Gillan collected folk material, specifically local legends. This collection is comprised of several personal narratives stemming from local events and other old stories.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Occupational Folklore: The Salisbury State University Bookstore]
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student Dana M. Albright collected folk material. Her collection explores the jokes told and displayed (notices) in the textbook department of Salisbury University bookstore.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Office Folklore]
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1993, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Trisha M. Vellines decided to focus on occupational folklore, more specifically on office culture. Her fieldwork consisted of a trip at the offices of her mother and father, who were her main informants. She collected a great deal of folk material such as jokes, quotes, notices and cartoons (copies enclosed).
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Practicum: Research Center for Delmarva History and Culture]
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
For the purpose of studying folklore and folklife, Salisbury University students were required to collect folk material. In 1993, Jeffrey L. Phillips chose to complete a practicum at the research center of the university where he learned to process folklore material. In this paper, he talks about a couple of materials of particular interest to him. He also explains the processing of a deteriorated archival document from start to finish.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Report on Archives Project]
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Leslie Horner wrote a report on her Archive work. In this paper, she explains in detail the process of preserving documents, the mission of each team member at the archive and others tasks that she performed.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [ROTC Ranger Folklore]
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University Student Chuck Welter collected folk material. This collection explores the folklore surrounding the Salisbury State Army ROTC. The paper outlines all the phases that a cadet should expect at the university throughout the semesters. It specifies the particularities of the Rangers in great details and contains personal narratives describing the initiation, morning wakeup calls, and the junior weekend. Ranger handbooks enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [Salisbury Rugby Parties]
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University students Robert Seubert and Mark McClatchey collected folk material. Their collection focuses on the folklore associated with the Salisbury Rugby parties. The first part of their paper describes a typical Salisbury Rugby party after a game. Dancing naked, pissing on others and pulling a prank on new recruits by adding urine to their drink are some of the rather objectionable rites they indulged into. Then, it continues with the interviews of new boys and old boys of the team, sharing their memories and experiences at these parties. All in all, nobody seems to be really bothered by the obscenity because " that's part of it." Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Untitled [The Willett Family of Charles County, Maryland]
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1991, former Salisbury University Student Carol Willet collected folk material. Her collection focuses on the history of her family, established in Charles County for over a hundred years. Her main informant was her grandmother. Photographs and copy of deed enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Untitled {Haunted Houses]
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1993, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Brian Deputy chose to focus on ghost stories and haunting. He came up with the idea as he himself experienced some strange occurrences after the death of his brother. He interviewed a friend who claimed to have seen a ghost. He also researched other ghost stories and wrote an analysis of the aspects they mostly share in common. Drawing and tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Untitled: Tangier Island, VA
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Virginian residents in 1973, former Salisbury University student Kathy Crockett collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of Tangier Island, Virginia. This collection includes an introduction to the topic, the stories, as well as multiple pictures with descriptions.
Folklife Collection - Up the Crick
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University Student James McCormick collected folk material. His collection is about the community of the "Crick", a small town of Irish settlers set on the banks of the Brandywine River near Wilmington, Delaware. He learned about this community from his grandfather, William Gordy Lloyd, who grew up there. His paper is mostly comprised of personal narratives describing how life was like "up the crick" during that time (probably around late 1920s to 1940s).
Folklife Collection - Urban Legend: Dog Licks Owners Hand
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the urban legend about a man who would break in to someone's house, kill the owners dog, and while the people where sleeping he would lick their fingers pretending to be the dog. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Urban Legend: Hair Turns White
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the urban legend about young people whose hair turns white due to something that frightened them. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Urban Legend: Impaled Garment Causes Death by Fright
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents, Mike Mulligan and Gordon W. Brittingham during the years of 1970 to 1972, former Salisbury University students and tprofessors: Martha Blank, Anne Blank and Julia Taylor, collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the urban legend about a young person who is frightened to death by a coat mysterious standing up on the floor. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Urban Legend: Mother or Babysitter Cooks Child
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1971)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1971, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the urban legend about a mother or a babysitter who kills a child by cooking them due to different reasons such as drug abuse or insanity. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Urban Legend: The Cadaver's Hand
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the urban legend about a person who plays a prank on another person by hanging a cadaver arm on a light pull. Most stories continue with saying that they find the prank victim the next curled up in a corner chewing on the arm. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Urban Legend: The Snake Appearance
by Salisbury University Students (1972 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1972 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of urban legends that are about snakes. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Urban Legend: The Stolen Urine Specimen
by Salisbury University Students (1972 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1972 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professorscollected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the urban legend about a thief who breaks into homes or cars, stealing things but ends up accidentally taking and drinking urine by mistake. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Urban Legend: The Vanishing Hitchhiker
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the urban legend about a vanishing hitchhiker. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Urban Legend: The Workman in Concrete
by Salisbury University Students (1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the year 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the urban legend about a construction worker who dies when he falls while they were pouring concrete thus getting stuck in a column. Some stories say this occurred at the Chesapeake Bay bridge. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Urban Legend: Undesirable Objects in Food
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1971 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the urban legend about people finding undesirable objects in food such as rats, insects, or fingers. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Urban Legend: Vermin in Hairdo
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1971 to 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the urban legend about men and women whom have fancy hairdos but find themselves hospitalized due to finding vermin or insects in their hair. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Urban Legends of My Neighborhood
by Salisbury University Students (1983)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1983, former Salisbury University Student Jamie O'Connor collected folk material. His work pertains to urban legends of his neighborhood. Some of the stories reported are the "Hookman", the "Microwave Dog", or the "Vanishing Hitchhiker".
Folklife Collection - Urban Legends: Miscellaneous
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of urban legends. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Urban Legends: The Babysitter
by Salisbury University Students (1971 – 1972)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1971 to 1972, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the urban legend about the babysitter who was one the phone with a killer who was also inside the home. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Urban Legends: The Boyfriend's Death
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the urban legend about a boyfriend who is murder outside of the car which the girlfriend is still inside of. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Urban Legends: The Hook Man
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the urban legend about a couple in a car who hear scratching outside, the boy goes to investigate and does not return. The girl and police find the boy the next day, murdered and all cut up. Thus the killer gaining the name of the Hooked Man. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Urban Legends: The Killer in the Back Seat
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during the years of 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected folk legends. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the urban legend about the impending murder of a female driver who is unaware of a murderer in the back seat of her car, but the girl was always saved or protected by other people. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, and the story.
Folklife Collection - Using Oral History to Study Social Studies
by Salisbury University Students (1978)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1970, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. In this folklore report, Regina Jugler conducted a family history project with sixth-grade students. She had them interview their family members to help them develop self-awareness and realize that they too are makers of folklore. This report explains the research methods applied and the expected behavioral results.
Folklife Collection - Vine Street: A Place To Hang Out
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Chad Glass collected folk life material for the purpose of a semester project. He decided to study the folklore of his squad. He and his friends regularly met at this blue two-story house on Vine Street, Salisbury, Md. In this paper, he describes their parties and the various forms of lore that can be observed such as folk speech, games and customs.
Folklife Collection - Visual Jokes and Droodles
by Salisbury University Students (1970 – 1973)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents during 1970 to 1973, former Salisbury University students and professors collected droodles or non-oral riddles. Most interviews include personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, the drawing, the answer and an explanation.
Folklife Collection - Volkslore: Volkswagen People as a Folkgroup
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Sheri Anne Tumas collected folk material. Her collection explores the owners of Volkswagen cars as a unique folkgroup. Included are Tumas's essay, a cassette tape interview, color photographs, and a portfolio of Volkswagen advertisements.
Folklife Collection - Waitressing as a Folkgroup
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1990, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection,Krista Ellenes studied the folkgroup of the food service industry in Ocean City. In her paper, she talks about the customs and the common folk speech used by this group.
Folklife Collection - Waterfowl Hunters as a Folk Group
by Salisbury University Students (1992)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1992, former Salisbury University student Sean Fohner collected folk material. His collection focuses on a small folk group of waterfowl hunters he was part of. In his paper, he describes each member of the group and provides some anecdotes of their adventures during the hunting seasons.
Folklife Collection - Watermen from Neavitt
by Salisbury University Students (1990)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1990, former Salisbury University Student Linda James collected folk material. Her collection focuses on watermen's folklore. She interviewed three local residents of the Eastern Shore on their view about the changes in this vocation over the years but also how they predict the weather and other accounts of superstitions.
Folklife Collection - Watermen's Crafts from Maryland's Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Diane Lea Stanfield collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of watermen's crafts from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, their stories, multiple photographs, newspaper clippings, and other various artifacts.
Folklife Collection - We Run, We Jump, We Swim and Play, We Row, and Have Cool Skits: The Memories of Nature in The Eyes, Genevive Olds and Victoria Parris
by Salisbury University Students (2003)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2003, former Salisbury University students Genevieve Olds and Victoria Parris collected folk material. Their collection explores their experiences as childhood participants in Nature Camp, including daily rituals, superstitions, and craft making. Included is their essay, a microcassette interview tape (log included), a color picture print, and a craft made at the camp.
Folklife Collection - Wedding Customs
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Sarah Satchell collected folk material. Her collection explores wedding customs, including the bridal shower, marriage ceremony, wedding reception, and honeymoon. Included are Satchell's essay, color photographs, a wedding invitation, bridal shower games, and a news clipping from her own wedding.
Folklife Collection - Wedding Day Customs and Superstitions
by Salisbury University Students (1988)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1988, former Salisbury University Student Susan Carey collected folk material. Her collection is about wedding day customs and superstitions. In addition to gathering inputs from primary and secondary sources about the subject, she interviewed her mother and a friend of hers, who are both Salisbury residents.
Folklife Collection - Weightlifting Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1994, former Salisbury University student Blaine Hart collected folk material. His collection focuses on weightlifting and its folklore. In addition to researching library resources, the student interviewed several weightlifters. His paper explains the characteristics of each type of weightlifters (power lifters, bodybuilders, sport-related lifters and those who just want to stay in shape) and their interactions at the gym.
Folklife Collection - Where Have The Traditions Gone: Memories of a Polish Catholic Easter
by Salisbury University Students (2003)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2003, former Salisbury University student Robin Robinson collected folk material. Her collection explores her Polish American family's tradition for the holiday of Easter, most being based in the Catholic faith. Included is her essay, a microcassette tape with interview (log included), a floppy disk, and color photographs.
Folklife Collection - Who's Better Than Us: The Salisbury State University Bicycle Club
by Salisbury University Students (1999)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1999, former Salisbury University student Mike Mahanna collected folk material. His collection explores the Bicycle Club at Salisbury State University, including its traditions, history, and overall culture. Included is his essay, color picture prints, a map, and interviews.
Folklife Collection - Why People Shop Faulconer Hardware
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1991, former Salisbury University Student Conway Faulconer collected folk material. This project revolves around the Faulconer Hardware store, its history and the people who shop and hang out there.
Folklife Collection - Wildfowl Art Carvers
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1993, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Kenneth M. Shipley chose to focus on decoy carving. He developed an interest in this folk art while working at the Ward Museum which was founded in honor of Lem and Steve Ward, two renowned wildfowl carvers from Crisfield, Md. He also attended the 1993 Wold Championship Wildfowl Carving Competition in Ocean City, Md, where he had the opportunity to talk to many carvers, two of which accepted to share their life story.
Folklife Collection - Wildfowl Carvers of the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University student Amy Walls collected folk material. Her collection explores the wildfowl carvers of the Eastern Shore as a folkgroup, including their craft and speech. Included is her essay, several poems, a statistics sheet, and a cassette tape with interviews (log included).
Folklife Collection - Wildfowl Market Hunting:
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For his collection, Robin Tyler covered the Wildfowl Market Hunting. His wrote about his interviews with two hunters and explained in great detail all the work and living conditions of market hunters.
Folklife Collection - Women in Blue and Gray: What Role Did Women Play in the American Civil War
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1994, former Salisbury University student Jeffrey Janiszewski collected folk material. The student investigated about the role played by women during the Civil War. He collected most of these information from books, some of which take the form of narratives. In this paper, he relays the story of several women including the Northerner spy Emma Edmonds who dressed as an African-American male to infiltrate the Confederate lines. Anna Ella Carroll's political contributions and the enlisted soldier Sarah Rosetta Wakeman. He also talks about the battle of Southern women against food shortage.
Folklife Collection - Women in Folklore: Patriarchal and Feminist Lore
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For her paper, Debbie Davis collected a variety of genres ranging from myths to proverbs, popular beliefs and narratives, most of which focus on patriarchal and feminist topics.
Folklife Collection - Women in the Ministry: My Mother and Others
by Salisbury University Students (1994)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1994, former Salisbury University student Terri L. Striby collected folk material. Her paper explores the folklore of female ministers: emic-etic views and attitudes (positive and negative), discrimination from older church members, personal narratives (including verbal attacks), costumes, customs etc. The student enclosed a transcript of her interview with her mother, who was a United Methodist Minister in New Millport, PA., and a copy of one of her mother's sermon from 1993.
Folklife Collection - Women's Lacrosse
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Kim Adamo collected folk material. For this project, she chose to study the folklore of female Lacrosse teams. In this paper, the student recounts most of the bonding activities of her team such as initiations, field trips, climbing trees, balancing on a suspended log, ropes course, etc. Other traditions such as the "secret spirit" who was in charge of hanging posters and cards with encouraging messages on the lockers before each home game. The student also interviewed a teammate (transcript enclosed).
Folklife Collection - Work at the Research Center
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Lindsey Hocker collected folk material. Her collection documents her experience working at Power Professional Center's research center, detailing her duties as a worker there. Included is Hocker's essay.
Folklife Collection - Work Experience in the Archives
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1993, former Salisbury University student Suzanne M. Porter worked at the archives to get a first-hand experience with folklore materials. In her paper, she recounts her working experience at the archives, which involved collections organization and accessioning. She also described some of the folklore collections she worked on.
Folklife Collection - Workers in a Restaurant Setting as an Occupational Folkgroup
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University students Sara Hackley and Vernon Tydings collected folk material. Their collection explores restaurant workers as a folkgroup, including their duties and jargon. Included is their essay and a interview cassette tape (log included).
Folklife Collection - World Class Tag Holders: Salisbury University Student Interns for the Ward Museum
by Salisbury University Students (2003)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2003, former Salisbury University students Brian Lippenholz, Jeff Marshall, Ryan McKelvey, Rachelle Otera, and Patricia Smith collected folk material. Their collection explores their experience as interns for the Ward Museum, including the Ward World Championship Wildfowl Carving Competition in Ocean City, MD. Included is their essay, a wood shard, a VHS tape with interviews (log included), a competition program, CD, newspaper clipping, and Ward Museum pamphlet.
Folklife Collection - World War II Narratives from my Grandfathers
by Salisbury University Students (2002)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2002, former Salisbury University student Patrick Barnes collected folk material. His collection explores his two grandfathers' experience in World War II, included where they were stationed, their duties, friendships made, and other details of their service. Included is his essay and two interview cassette tapes (log included).
Folklife Collection - Writing on Male Bathroom Walls
by Salisbury University Students (1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Steve Reese collected folk material. His collection consists of jokes and graffiti found on male bathroom walls in the dormitories of Salisbury State College and the University of Delaware.
Folklife Collection - Xerographic Office Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1993)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1993, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this project, Donna L. Hill investigated the xerox folklore of workplaces. She collected samples of xerox office folklore several informants (family members), which helped her analyse the characteristics of this particular folk group. She noticed that office workers, both from Maryland and Ohio, collected the same type of lore (common themes, humorous images, sarcastic tone) but sometimes it would be tweaked so as to fit the particular workplace. Samples of these xeroxed sheets are enclosed in this package.
Folklife Collection - Xerography
by Salisbury University Students (1975 – 1975s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1975, former Salisbury University student Richard G. Newhouse collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories and depictions of xerography from around Silver Spring, Maryland. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories or drawings.
Folklife Collection - Xerox Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1974 – 1974s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1974, former Salisbury University student Lawrence R. Pasbach collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of Xerox folklore. This collection includes personal descriptions of the interviewer and informant, an introduction to the topic, and the stories.
Folklife Collection - Xerox Folklore
by Salisbury University Students (1977 – 1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1977, former Salisbury University student Rodney Dean collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of xerox folklore from around the Eastern Shore. The collection includes an introduction to the topic, personal descriptions of the interviewer and informants, and their stories.
Folklife Collection - Xeroxlore and Practical Jokes in a Contemporary Office
by Salisbury University Students (1991)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1991, Salisbury University Students collected folk material for their English class. This particular collection is a survey of the folklore (xeroxlore and practical jokes) from the office of Taffa. The author and all of the informants in this collection use pseudonyms due to the character of the material, which may be potentially offensive (obscene, racist, sexist...). Tape enclosed.
Folklife Collection - You Gotta Learn the Bottom: Eastern Shore Waterman
by Salisbury University Students (1987)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1987, Salisbury University students and teachers collected folk life material. For this collection,Phyllis A. McNatt gathered material on Deal Island, Maryland. In her paper, she talks about her trip to Deal Island and provides a transcript of her interviews with local people who earned a living from fishing. Tape of the interview enclosed.
Folklife Collection - Young Lesbian Life
by Salisbury University Students (2000)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2000, former Salisbury University student Kelly Hager collected folk material. Her collection explores her group of lesbian friends as a folkgroup, including their favorite pastimes, and the challenges and stigmas lesbians face as a whole. Included is her essay and a list of recommended reading.
Folklife Collection - Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority
by Salisbury University Students (2001)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 2001, former Salisbury University student Carie Lewis collected folk material. Her collection explores the Zeta Tau Alpha sorority, including its rituals, traditions, attire, and stigmas it faces. Included is her essay, color picture prints, and song lyrics.
Folklife Collection - [English Project] : Eastern Shore Legends
by Salisbury University Students (1977 – 1977)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1977, former Salisbury University Student Mary Dyson gathered folk material. Her collection is mainly composed of written folklore tales from Maryland and interviews of local people on popular legends such as the "Ghost Light Road" of Hebron, "The Warren Mansion", "Boggy Creek Monsters", "Big Foot", "Peter White" and others.
Folklife Collection -The Language and Culture of Xerox
by Salisbury University Students (1973 – 1973s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In a series of interviews of local Eastern Shore residents in 1974, former Salisbury University student Patricia Williams collected folk material. For this collection, these interviews focus on various stories of the language and culture of Xerox. This collection includes an introduction to the topic, information about the informant and collector, as well as the stories .
Folklife Collections - Archive Experience and Sociological Perspectives on Folk Groups
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Mark Taylor collected folk material. His collection explores the definition of "folkgroups" from a sociological perspective . Included are Taylor's essay and a transcript of a speech by Dr. Donald Whaley.
Folklife Collections - The Internet Culture
by Salisbury University Students (1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1997, former Salisbury University student Victor Hamilton collected folk material. His collection explores the internet culture of the late 1990s, most notably its jargon. Included is his essay, a set of statistics about internet user demographics, a cassette tape interview (with transcript), and a dictionary of "emoticons".
Folklife Collections - Tourism in Wildwood
by Salisbury University Students (1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
In 1995, former Salisbury University student Mark Holtzapfel collected folk material. His collection explores tourism in Wildwood, New Jersey, addressing the subgroups of tourists, the towns in the area, and beach town culture of the area. Included are an interview on cassette tape (transcript included), color photographs, and maps and tourism pamphlets for the area.
Folklore and Folklife student papers
by Bottinelli, Lora (2005)
2 boxes (1 linear feet)
The Folklore and Folklife student papers document the final projects of students enrolled in English 367 at Salisbury University, Salisbury, Maryland in 2005. The student’s projects encompass a variety of topics that include: regional and ethnic identity, music, popular culture and Americana. Students used oral interviews, photographs, and video recordings to complete their assignment.
Fooks Papers
by Meilhammer, Ann G. (December 10, 1986)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Fooks Papers contains an essay titled "The Fooks Papers" written by Ann G. Meilhammer. The essay details the life of a woman who goes by Fooks, and documents her life in Snow Hill.
Ford - Roberts Family History Collection
by Ford, Roland (Undateds)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
This collection contains a variety of family records and detailed genealogical records that trace the family roots of the Ford/Roberts families. There is a separate notebook that is a copy of the Ford family genealogy that was presented to Robbie Wilmer Ford in August 1978. This is in addition to the other folders containing copies of birth and death certificates, scrapbooks, photos, newspaper clippings, family trees and military records.
Forest Fire History of Wicomico County (Maryland) newspaper clippings
by Salisbury University Students (1940 – 1955)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
This collection contains newspaper articles documenting the history of forest fires in Wicomico County, Maryland between 1940 and 1955.
Fourth Annual Epworth League Institute Journal Collection
by Unknown (1916)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection includes a journal from an individual during his or her time at the Fourth Annual Epworth League Institute at the Wesley Collegiate Institute in Dover, Delaware from July 9th of 1916.
Francis Parker Wicomico County School Collection
by Parker, Francis (1924 – 1961)
1 oversize folder (1 linear feet)
This collection contains two Wicomico County Elementary School report cards for Francis Parker. The first report card is a third grade report dating 1924; the other is a fifth grade report, year 1926. In addition, there is a 1929 Wicomico County Public Schools certificate awarded to Francis Parker for completing his elementary education, as well as, a 1933 Wicomico High School graduation program.
Frank A. Baker Collection
by Baker, Frank (1940 – 1986)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Frank A. Baker Collection contains contains ephemera from the production of "On Golden Pond" preformed by the Community Players of Salisbury. There are also passenger lists, and a travel guide regarding Frank Baker's travel for this performance. There are also certificates relating to Frank Baker, for appreciations and to teach about alcoholism. There are also photograph of family members of Frank Baker.
Frank Baker papers
by Baker, Frank (1919 – 2002)
4 boxes, 1 oversize folder (3 linear feet)
This collection contains numerous mementos of Frank’s life, in newspaper clippings, photographs, awards, and a scrapbook. The scrapbook entitled “Sex Life of Adak” contains newsletters from his time in Adak, Alaska during his military career as well as comics of the time. A photocopy of the contents of the scrapbook is also included as well as a map of Adak. (The actual scrapbook can be found in box three.)There are awards and certificates from volunteer service, newspaper clippings from his volunteer career, and obituaries for his brother, his sister-in-law, and himself, as well as his birth certificate, and lease documentation for one place that he lived. The collection also contains a variety of play programs from the Community Players and three Playbills, from 1958, 1960, and 1961.
Frank Lane Holland Papers
by Holland, Frank L. (1940 – 1970)
13 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains materials relating to Lieutenant Colonel Frank Lane Holland and his military service during World War II. The materials include newspaper clippings, war correspondence, telegrams, Japan POW correspondence,two photographs of William Pease and Louise Pease, military service medals and a black leather zippered pouch.
Frank Perdue collection
by Perdue, Mitzi (1967 – 1989)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Frank Perdue collection was created by Mitzi Perdue whereby she interviewed and researched the life of her spouse, Frank Perdue, Perdue Farms, Inc. innovator, visionary, and President for a biography, 1967-1990.
Frank Short Cattle Breeding Collection
by Southeastern Penna. Artificial Breeding Cooperative (1960s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various receipts and informational pamphlets on the Southeastern Pennsylvania Artificial Breeding Cooperative from the 1960s. Frank Short's bulls had donated their sperm towards the breeding projects. This collection houses the receipts of said transactions.
Frankford Methodist Episcopal Church collection
by Frankford Methodist Episcopal Church (1870 – 2009)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains multimedia discs from the Frankford, Delaware branch of the Methodist Episcopal Church. The discs are entitled "Church Records, 1870-1950" and "Church Records, 1961-2009." The records include marriages, births, and deaths of parishioners.
Fred and Frances Breuckmann collection
by Unknown (1854 – 1976)
1 box, 1 oversize box (1.25 linear feet)
The Fred and Frances Breuckmann collection consists of papers and reproductions related to the Fitch family in Michigan and Wisconsin; 27 glass plate negatives from a circa 1940s Talbot County photographer; and various publications dating between 1854 and 1912 primarily related to woodworking and carpentry.
Fred Bradley Family papers
by Bradley Family (1892 – 1983)
1 folder (0.25 linear feet)
The papers of Fred T. Bradley document the activities of his family members, including his Uncle Milton Bradley’s active service in World War I, a copy of Florence Bradley’s passport, and his father’s obituary. Political memorabilia include a ticket stub from the 1912 Democratic National Convention and a fob from the McKinley-Hobart Presidential campaign of 1896. Also included is a copy of the Kangaroo Komplete Kompound brochure circa 1892, a type of farmer’s manure almanac.
Fred Grier collection
by Grier, Fred (1879 – 1972)
4 boxes, 1 oversize box (9 linear feet)
This collection contains photographs, news clippings, invoices, correspondence, minutes and a variety of material related to the Salisbury Fire Department, its origins, activities, and role in the city of Salisbury, Maryland. Also of interest in the collection is a series dedicated to disasters and emergencies such as railroad derailments and industrial explosions. Much of the collection is devoted to photographs of fires and disasters which have occurred in and around Salisbury, Maryland since the early part of the 20th century. This collection provides a unique look at the growth of a municipal government agency, transportation, and technology as well as living and working conditions.
Frederick Hammond Civil War collection
by Unknown (1883, 1890, 1926)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Frederick Hammond Civil War collection contains a copy of Frederick Hammond's pension certificates, legal prints, a copy of pension documents, and a copy of the eleventh census of the United States of 1890, as well as a list of Union Veterans.
Frederick L. Howard Collection
by Howard, Fredrick L. (1613 – 1911)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Frederick L. Howard Collection contains an essay written by Howard titled, "The Legacy of Revell's Neck." This essay, which won the Old Home Prize Essay contest in 1978, discusses the settling and founding of Revell's Neck in Somerset County, Maryland. It then discusses a brief history of the area and ends with birth and death dates of people who had lived there.
Freedom Ainsworth papers
by Ainsworth, Freedom (1766 – 1999)
10 boxes, 4 oversize folders (21.75 linear feet)
The Freedom Ainsworth papers document the restoration and preservation efforts of three of the Manokin Historic District’s oldest structures Beckford Manor, Almodington and More And Case It (also known as Holly Hurst), located in Princess Anne, Md. The materials date from 1766-1767, 1803-1999 with the bulk of the material dating from the purchase and restoration of the three structures, 1967-1994. Restoration activities, as well as property histories, are documented via correspondence, detailed measurements and notes, architectural drawings, and photographs. Also documented through a series of ledgers are the accounting transactions of Henry Smith Lankford and H. Fillmore Lankford as well as various merchants from Somerset Count including Teackle Dennis and Teackle.
Freeny Family papers
by Freeny, Lula Belle; Freeny, Susan "Addie" W. (1889 – 1970)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Freeny family papers document the life of Lula Belle Freeny and the life accomplishments of her many family members and friends including Susan “Addie” Freeny, Munsey White, and Bessie Luffman in Hebron, Wicomico County, Maryland, 1889-1970 with the bulk of the material dating from 1908-1948. Personal and professional activities of their lives are documented through a series correspondences, military documents, education materials, photographs, and various other booklets that the family had acquired over the years.
Friendship United Methodist Church records
by Unknown (2015)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Friendship United Methodist Church records document the church's 165th anniversary in Wetipquin, Maryland, held in April, 2015. Ephemera documents the service held at the church and history of the church including Reverend Frost Pollet who was one of the earliest pastors.
From Bridge to Boardwalk audio collection
by Unknown (circa 2004)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The "From Bridge to Boardwalk" Audio contains an audio disk discussing life on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. The disc discusses cultural practices such as music and occupational work like fishing.
Fruitland Community Center Calendar
by Unknown (1998)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a 1998 calendar from the Fruitland Community Center; the calendar contains photographs from the various activities that the Center is involved with.
Fruitland Holly Auction Oral History
by Torrey, Megan (2006)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains two DVDs with accompanying log sheets pertaining to oral histories administered by Megan Torrey, SU History student in 2006 on the topic of the Fruitland Holly Auction. She interviewed Louis Carey and her grandfather, Donald Bank. The interviews were part of a paper written by Torrey entitled Run Forest Run!: A Historical Jog Through Forest Use in Wicomico County for a History course instructed by Dr. Michael Lewis.
Fruitland Shirt Company collection
by Fruitland Shirt Company (1938 – 1940)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
The Fruitland Shirt Company includes one folder of documents related to the company's production. Included are dozens of payroll checks with employee names, a February 1939 issue of "The Needle's Eye," a Sears catalog, and a December 1938 issue of "Nation's Business." Most of the documents include the name of the Fruitland Shirt Company manager, H.J. Venables.
Fulton Allen papers
by Allen, Fulton (1920 – 1970)
1 box, 2 oversize boxes (3.25 linear feet)
The papers of Mr. Fulton Allen document his personal interests which include folk art, travel, and theater as a resident of Salisbury, Maryland from 1920-1970s. Records include a scrapbook from Mr. Allen’s travels to the West Indies in 1937 with his friend, Conrad Long, as well as photographs and a cast list from the Wicomico Community Players, a local theater group which held productions at Wicomico High School. A second scrapbook features collected magazine covers and advertisements from varying periodicals 1929-1945. Also included are a series of pamphlets providing information on new pharmaceuticals, health benefits and social issues.
Furbush Family Papers
by Furbush, George Washington; Furbush, Mary Russell (1793 – 1918)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains assorted letters and receipts found in the "Old Furbush or Old Watson" farmhouse on Wetipquin Road in Tyaskin, MD in 1977, ranging from 1840 to 1918, of Mary Russell Furbush and her husband George Washington Furbush. Other correspondents are Ebenezer Russell, Ann M. Russell Bush and Leah J. Russell Markwell, siblings of Mary Russell Furbush as well as William Birckhead, Rider and Toadvine, Dr. William H. H. Dashiell, Dr. William T. Smith and James A. J. Willing. Also, included in the collection is a 1793 Maine newspaper which can be found in oversize.
Furnace Town correspondence
by Unknown (1834 – 1866)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Furnace Town correspondence contains a series of photocopied letters on the topic of Furnace Town near Snow Hill, Worcester County, Maryland. The letters come from the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, Papers of the Jones and Taylor families (#2037; finding aid linked). These letters are placed in chronological order from July 18, 1834 to August 4, 1866. The letters vary in topic; however, the bulk of the conversation covers the construction of the town and the furnace.
Furnace Town Times collection
by Unknown (1996)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains the Spring 1996 issue of the Furnace Town Times. The quarterly paper briefly discusses renovations, expansions, personnel additions, and events at Furnace Town.
G. Gorman Brittingham Collection
by Brittingham Plant Farms (1930 – 1950s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection contains a First National Bank of Delmar account booklet that includes clippings with recipes and remedies for the household, as well as approximately 50 strawberry picker tickets from the farm of G. Gorman Brittingham dating between the 1930s and 1950s.
G.C. Rayne & Company calendar
by G.C. Rayne and Company (1931)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Color print calendar, sponsored by G.C. Rayne and Company, Ford Motor Sales, Pittsville, Maryland, 1931. The calendar features a hand-tinted photographic print of Martha Ann Rayne, daughter of Gorman and Mattie Rayne.
Gale J. Belser papers
by Belser, Gale (1972 – 1999)
2 cartons, 1 box (2.5 linear feet)
The papers of Gale J. Belser document her extensive family history research conducted from 1972-1999 and includes extensive histories of the Alford and Gale families of the Eastern Shore as well as other families from Cecil, Dorchester and Somerset Counties. Family histories are documented via correspondence with family members, pedigree charts, deeds and wills, obituaries, as well as church and marriage records.
Garland Collection
by Armour and Company; Avon Products, Inc.; Burroughs, Laura Lee; Delmarva Poultry Industry, Inc.; Fostoria Glass Company; General Foods Corporation, Consumer Service Department; Ladies' Home Journal; Latrobe, Ferdinand C.; Lever Golden Jubilee; Zwetsch, James Carlton (1933 – 1965)
6 folders (0.06 linear feet)
This collection contains a book, printed material and several booklets on the subject of homemaking. Included are entertainment tips and recipes designed for rations, seafood, canned meat and party food. Also included in this collection are booklets on the subject of flower arranging published by Coca-Cola in the early 1940's. The majority of the books belonged to Emma Adkins. She purchased the cookbooks in the 1930s and 1940s and used them until her vision failed. The Chesapeake Cookbook belonged to Garland's aunt, Luvicia Frances Adkins Andrew and was purchased in Baltimore.
Genesar Architectural Drawings
by Historic American Buildings Survey (1980)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
This collection contains thirteen architectural drawings of the Berlin, Maryland structure called Genesar in 1980. The drawings were prepared by student architects of Florida A & M University for Historic American Buildings Survey. The series of 13 drawings include a site plan, first-floor plan, second-floor plan, third-floor plan, east elevation, west elevation, north elevation, longitudinal section, transverse section, and several individual details throughout the structure.
George and Lucy Toothill papers
by Toothill, George (1918 – 1923)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
The George and Lucy Toothill papers document George Toothill’s naval assignments shortly after World War I. The papers date from 1918-1923 with the bulk of the papers dating from 1918-1919. The papers include a journal kept by George in 1919 documenting his travels, correspondence from various family members and friends, and naval identification materials. In addition to George’s papers there is a correspondence to Lucy from a family friend written in 1923.
George B. Cropper collection
by Cropper, George B. (1800 – 1900s)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The George B. Cropper collection contains topographical surveys of Ocean City, created by George B. Cropper. There are also transcriptions of original 19th Century land deeds and parceling of land, and right-of-way and other 20th Century governmental agreements.
George B. Nabb, Jr. papers
by Nabb, George (1942 – 1945)
2 boxes (0.75 linear feet)
The papers of George B. Nabb, Jr. document his thoughts and experiences through correspondence during World War II from 1942-1945, with the bulk of the material dating from 1943-1944, while Nabb was stationed in England and in Northern France as the Captain and Commanding Officer of Company D of the 115th Infantry Division of the National Guard. Correspondence was sent to his wife Georgia and son, George, who lived on his family’s farm in Cambridge, Maryland, and focus on his thoughts and concerns about his family back home.
George Bacon Photograph
by Unknown (1918)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a picture of George Bacon of Laurel, Delaware dressed in his World War I uniform from 1918.
George Chevallier Collection
by George Chevallier (1820 – 2010)
4 boxes (2 linear feet)
The George Chevallier Collection documents Salisbury and Delmarva history through a variety of business ephemera and other documents, especially related to fruit, vegetable, and seafood canning. The series includes business advertisements, letterheads, receipts, and more primarily ranging from the 1880s to the 1940s. Manuscript items in the collection date back to 1820 and include financial notes, deeds, and correspondence. The collection includes many postcards (especially of local motels), directories, yearbooks, and photographs.
George Gering Collection
by Kennerly, Charlotte E. (circa 1895 – 1920)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This small collection contains a variety of material in the form of land patents, court writs and an official ballot for Worcester County. Included in the collection is tax, financial and business receipts of the Kennerly family from approximately the 1890s to the 1920s.
George Kidd collection
by Unknown (circa 1863)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The George Kidd collection contains photocopies of letters and a list of all the members of the 130th regiment Company B from New York who participated during the Civil War. There is a copy of George Kidd's discharge form and a copy of a letter to a friend. Included in the collection is a photocopy of a handwritten version of "Song of Longstreets Retreat" along with a typed copy. Also in the collection is a photocopy of reminiscence of his about the war. There is also a photocopy of a document written in a Germanic language and a corresponding handwritten page. There is also a copy of the poem and song "Whitehall Hospital" and a copied version of a handwritten letter.
George R. Dennis Civil War research material collection
by Jarrett, J. H.; McKinsey, Folger; Myers, Margaret E.; Vernon, Geo. W. F.; Williams, T. J. C.; Wilmer, L. Allison (1861 – 1865)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains documents that provide evidence of the Dennis line being of service during the Civil War and other associated documents, also including information on people that Stan Williams Jr. has researched. This collection includes documents given by the Historical Society of Frederick County which includes Martin's Index, Frederick County Will index, List of Headstone names, Frederick Marriage Licenses, Frederick County Census, and History of Frederick County pages that mention Dennis. Also included are Mosby's Virginia Cavalry information, official copied 10th and 19th Battalions of Heavy Artillery slips, Sons of Confederate Veterans official statement, and two documents of Mosby's Reg't Cavalry.
George W. Phipps Photograph
by Taylor (1800s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a single photo of a George W. Phipps.
George White Collection
by White, George (1730 – 2007)
2 boxes, 11 oversize folders ( linear feet)
The George White Collection consists of a series of ephemera, files, and documents from Salisbury, Maryland businesses and people collected pertaining to Salisbury, Maryland during White’s former position as president of the Wicomico Historical Society.
George Whitehead papers
by Whitehead, George (1980 – 2014)
2 boxes, 1 oversize folder (1 linear feet)
The George Whitehead papers document his involvement in public education, philanthropy and volunteerism on the lower Eastern Shore of Maryland from 1980-2014 with the bulk of the materials dating from 1990-2014. Dr. Whitehead’s work with the Maryland Governor’s Office on Service and Volunteerism, Phi Delta Kappa and the American Red Cross is documented through correspondence, newspaper clippings, reports and ephemera.
George Wilcox Collection
by Wilcox, George (1898 – 1904)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The George Wilcox Collection contains information on George Wilcox of Salisbury, Maryland. Included are various bills to local companies such as the Salisbury Water Company, a 1904 wedding invitation, a graduation photo of J.S. Wilcox Dickinson, receipts, and one pamphlet for the Knights Templar dated 1898.
Gerald B. Truitt Collection
by Truitt, Gerald B. (1928 – 1990)
18 cartons, 1 box (18.5 linear feet)
This collection contains the real estate and business records of Salisbury-area assessor Gerald B. Truitt from the 1960s to the 1980s. The collection consists of land and property emulations for residences and businesses in the Maryland and Delmarva area. It also contains publications and documents related to Maryland and Delaware counties and localities. The collection also contains some publications and news clippings about Ocean City, Maryland resort development in the 1970s and 1980s. Truitt also kept files related to Maryland agriculture from the 1960s to the late 1970s. The assessment files consist of notes, maps, photos, and property value estimates.
Ghosts of Linden Hill Stories
by du Nord, Jeanne (2007)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains material by Jeanne Du Nord on the Ghosts of Linden Hill in the 1970s. The ghosts were the bereaved girl on the second step, little boy in the attic and Mrs. Robert A. Adams.
Gibbons and Cooper Oral History
by Genvert, Lauren (July 15, 2006)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Gibbons and Cooper Oral History contains two oral histories, with a transcription, conducted by Lauren Genvert. One oral history is of Aline Dryden Gibbons, which she explains her life growing up in Princess Anne, MD. The other oral history is of Pete Cooper, who grew up in Salisbury, MD and then spent a large amount of hist life in the Navy.
Gillespie Receipt Collection
by Gillespie, T. L. (1915 – 1918)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various receipts and bills written to T. L. Gillespie of Pocomoke City, MD. The receipts within are from the Electric and Ice Manufacturing Company, and Pocomoke Foundry and Machine Works, both based in Pocomoke City, Maryland. The receipt's dates range from 1915 to 1918.
Gilliss Family Collection
by Gilliss, E.J.; Gilliss, Elizabeth A. Hall; Gilliss, John P.R.; Gilliss, Mae (or May) (1732 – 1994)
11 boxes (6.25 linear feet)
The Gilliss Family Collection documents the Gilliss, Hall, and Fassitt families between 1732 and 1994, though primarily between 1830 and 1920. Documents include family history research, photographs, land and legal documents, correspondence (primarily sent to Lizzie A. (Hall) Gilliss in the 1860s and 1870s), ledgers (primarily medical journals of Dr. John P.R. Gilliss from the 1830s and 1840s), and business documents (primarily from E.J. Gilliss' company, Gilliss and Gilliss, between the 1879 and the 1951).
Girdletree, Maryland photographs
by Unknown (1980s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Series of color copy photographic prints of various locations throughout Girdletree, Maryland, including Coolspring United Methodist Church and Social Hall, Girdletree Methodist and Baptist churches, the Girdletree Depot, and Taylor's Landing.
Gladys Harrington Oral History
by Harrington, Gladys "Kitty" (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Gladys "Kitty" Harrington Oral History collection is a detailed description of Gladys Harrington's life in Laurel, Delaware. Gladys Harrington explained her life life with two men, religious struggles, and having five children at a young age. The oral history is transcribed.
Glances at Maryland Collection
by Scott, Marshall (1957)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This folder contains a school assignment by Marsha Scott entitled "Glances at Maryland" discussing her trip around the state of Maryland with her foreign exchange host parents, Mr. and Mrs. Cherry, in 1957. Counties discussed are Somerset, Wicomico, Dorchester, Talbot, Caroline, Queen Anne's, Kent, Cecil, Harford, Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Washington, Allegany, Garrett, Howard, Montgomery, Anne Arundel, Prince George's, Charles, Calvert, and St. Mary's.
Gloria Horner collection
by Horner, Gloria Waters (1600s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Gloria Horner collection contains a Salisbury State College essay titled "Settlement of Somerset County", written by Gloria Waters Horner. The essay covers European settling within Somerset County in the 17th century. There are also a series of photographs of Waters family members.
Godfrey Family Collection
by Williams, Margaret F. (1800 – 1946)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Godfrey Family Collection contains genealogical information on the Godfrey family. Included in the collection are letters from members of the Godfrey family who sent Margaret William a quick description of their life. There are also lists of family member birth, death, and marriage dates.
Goldy and Norman Whittington papers
by Whittington, Goldy; Whittington, Norman (1903 – 1942)
2 folders (0.2 linear feet)
The Goldy and Norman Whittington papers consist of Somerset County documents related to Goldy's participation in the Somerset Homemaker's Club from 1934 to 1936 and educational ephemera from Norman's youth in Marion.
Good Old Eastern Shore Songbook
by Monsees, Carl H. (1928)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains the 1928 musical songbook to Dale Wimbrow's "The Good Old Eastern Shore". The songbook was published by Carl H. Monsees.
Good Times Newsletter collection
by Good Times Newspaper (1950)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Newsletter entitled, "Good Times on the Del-Mar-Va Peninsula," Vol. 3, No. 1, the brief publication features a series of vignettes of the varying locations across the Eastern Shore and activities in which vacationers can participate. Activities include sunbathing, historic sites, boating and fishing.
Gordon Lawson papers
by Unknown (circa 1930)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Gordon Lawson papers contain correspondence and receipts ordered to Gordon Lawson in the 1930s. There is also a 1938 state and nation laws of the Junior Order of United American Mechanics.
Governor George Howard Letter
by Howard, George (December 3, 1832)
1 oversize folder (1.5 linear feet)
Handwritten letter of Maryland Governor Goerge Howard commenting on his possible resignation from office, Waverly, Maryland, December 3, 1832. In addition to the letter is a note of from the auction house, F.R. Ferryman, New York City, Lot No. 51.
Grace Atkinson Morris papers
by Morris, Grace Atkinson (1832 – 1992)
4 boxes, 1 oversize folder (3.75 linear feet)
The Grace Atkinson Morris papers document her genealogical research on families from the Eastern Shore of Maryland with materials dating from 1832-1992, with the bulk of the materials dating from 1979-1992. The papers identify the genealogical connections between the Atkinson, Riggin, Miller, and Trehearne families of Maryland and Virginia’s Eastern Shore. Documents within the collection include Grace’s handwritten notes, her correspondence with genealogists and relatives, Atkinson family ledgers, and family photographs.
Grace United Methodist Church collection
by Unknown (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Grace United Methodist Church collection contains a manuscript on the History of Grace United Methodist Church in Salisbury, Maryland. The manuscript discusses the history of the church, the people involved, and the evolution of it over the years. There is also a map of Salisbury from 1909, along with a few newspaper articles regarding the church.
Grace United Methodist Church Records
by Grace United Methodist Church (1925 – 2021)
1 box (1 linear feet)
The Grace United Methodist Church Records contains records of the Church from 1925-2021. The records include baptisms and marriages conducted by the church, quarterly conference papers, information on members, and other articles on the history of Grace United Methodist Church. A majority of the articles reference those who were in service to the Church.
Graham Family papers
by Graham Family (1916 – 1950)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The papers of the Graham Family of Quantico, Maryland, documents important events in their and their children's lives as well as family friends through a series of wedding and birth announcements, associated newspaper clippings and hand-written histories for the Graham, Bounds, and LeCompte families, 1916-1950.
Grand Jury Seating Chart
by Unknown (1881)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Handwritten Grand Jury Seating Chart for the September 1881 term. The chart notes, E. Stanley Toadvine, State's Attorney, as well as Edward M. Lucas, Bailiff; and James S. Truitt, Clerk, Wicomico County, Maryland.
Graydon Wilson collection
by Unknown (1919 – 1931)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Graydon Wilson collection contains records on Graydon Wilson, 1919-1931. Included is an honorable discharge and an enlistment record from the United States Army, World War I. There is also a marriage record for Wilson.
Griffin Family History collection
by Griffin, Cara; Griffin, Sally; Hill, Susan Griffin (1976 – 1980)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Griffin Family History Collection contains two CDs related to the Griffin Family. It contains a photograph of Sarah Emily Covington Griffin, and three oral histories. The CDs are interviews of various community members by members of the Griffin family. The first is an interview of Mr. Frank Williams and Miss Annie Justice interviewed by Sally Griffin and Susan Griffin Hill (Circa 1976). The second is an interview of Emily Covington Griffin done by Cara Griffin (Circa 1980's) and Miss Mildred Wilson done by Susan Griffin (March 27, 1979). The third is an interview of Miss Minnie Kenney interviewed by Sally Griffin (Circa 1976).
Griffith and Pugh Family Collection
by Griffith, Benjamin; Pugh, Samuel (1759, 1977)
1 oversize box (1.25 linear feet)
This collection contains letters, debt notices, promissory notes, court summons, receipts, indentures, a will, deeds, and loans dated 1759-1919 from the Griffith and Pugh families located in Northampton, Virginia. It also contains Oyster Ground Surveys from 1904 and 1905, and a genealogical record connecting the Elliot, Griffith, and Pugh families (though there is little of the Griffith family in the genealogical record).
Gunby Family papers
by Gunby Family; Hann, George; Huffington, Clara Gunby (1854 – 2000)
11 boxes, 2 oversize boxes (10.25 linear feet)
The Gunby Family papers document the Gunby family lineage which began in Somerset County, Maryland in the late 17th century. Also documented are the activities of southern sympathizer Clara Gunby which occurred in Maryland and Virginia. The materials date from 1854 with the bulk of the materials dating from 1971 to 1994 when Mr. George Hann began to conduct research on the lineage of the Gunby family and associated family lines. Earlier records are included; however, they are photocopies of originals. Documenting records include Clara Gunby’s journal, family history lineage, and correspondence from George Hann to Gunby family members in the United States, Canada, England, and the South Pacific.
Gunby Motor Company Envelope
by Gunby Motor Company (circa 1960)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Gunby Motor Company Envelope contains two envelopes from the Gunby Motor Company located in Salisbury, Maryland.
Guy Peck collection
by Peck, Guy (1795 – 1979)
3 boxes, 1 oversize folder (1.75 linear feet)
The Guy Peck collection documents Peck’s devotion to history through the documents he acquired and includes those on education and business practices. Records date from 1795-1979 with the bulk of the material dating from 1915-1940. Specifically, records document the education and life of Conrad or Conard Williams, an African American man from Eden, Maryland who studied at the Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute, and the secretarial training of Elva Chandler who attended Goldey College in Wilmington, Delaware. Monetary transactions are also documented through a wide variety of receipts, goods purchased and accounting practices from different Eastern Shore families including Hitch and Ruark. Military research on the 1943 Algiers Campaign and correspondence from an enlistee to his mother during the Korean War is also included.
Gwendolyn Trice collection
by American Oil Company; Beacom College (1920s)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains materials from the 1920s, such as an advertisement for the American Oil Company, rules and instructions for Gotham Big League Hockey game, a penmanship manual from Beacom College, a Cost Accounting book on the rules and regulations, and a series of newspaper clippings of published poetry. Also included are two books on baseball including the vest pocket encyclopedia and the Sporting News Record Book for 1939.
H. Graham Hayman Jr Collection
by Unknown (1945 – 1999)
1 box, 1 oversize folder (3 linear feet)
H. Graham Hayman Jr collection consists of a letter, magazines and artifacts documenting Hayman’s military service. It includes a letter describing his enlistment and training in the U.S. Army Air Corps in the United States and his assignment to the Office of Strategic Services in India, and periodicals offering insight into military service during the Second World War.
Hall Family Photographs
by The Darby Studio (1880 – 1920)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains photographs of the Hall family from Delmarva. Many of them appear to have been taken in the late 19th-early 20th centuries; only some members of the family have been identified.
Hamburg S.A. Song Booklet
by Unknown (circa 1940)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Hamburg S.A. Song Booklet contains a songbook of the Hamburg Division of the SA and each page has a song or chant which were used as propaganda for the Nazis.
Hamilton Fox papers
by Fox, Hamilton (2015)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Booklet relating to Hamilton Fox and the Wicomico Hunt, 2014-2015. The resource book documents the life of Ham Fox as well as his significant involvement in the hunt.
Handy Family Papers
by Horsely, Lucille (2001)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
This collection contains information written on the Handy family by Lucille Horsely. Additionally, the information is also found on a CD in the collection.
Harold M. Sinnott papers
by Sinnott, Harold M.; Stevens-Davis Company (1942 – 1948)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Correspondence from Harold M. Sinnott to his mother, Addie M. Sinnott of Balitmore, Maryland, while he was stationed in California during World War II, 1942-1943. Also included is a publication, "People and How to Deal with Them" from 1948.
Harold S. Morton, Jr. papers
by Morton, Harold (1870 – 1996)
2 boxes (0.75 linear feet)
The Harold S. Morton, Jr., papers document the extensive family history research that Morton conducted with the help of his wife, Margaret James Morton from 1958-1978 on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, primarily in Northampton County. Families documented via research include James, Roberts and Stott. The materials date from 1870-1978, 1996 and include primary resources documenting the James family’s activities in and around Franktown, Virginia. Resources include land deeds, military discharge papers and estate assessment for Robert Dunton James.
Harper Postcard Collection
by Curt Teich & Company; The Mayrose Co. (1930s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains five vintage postcards of steamships that harbored in the Maryland and Virginia Chesapeake area and include the S.S. VIRGINIA LEE, the S.S. PRINCESS ANNE, the S.S. POCAHONTAS, the S.S. CITY OF NORFOLK (Old Bay Line), and the S.S. DIXIE (Wilson Line Steamer).
Harrington and Mace records
by Harrington, Emerson C.; Mace, Irving (1893 – 1908)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
This collection contains the law firm's incoming correspondence from 1893 through 1908. It is unsure if this collection represents all correspondence or a sampling from those years. Also in the years from 1907-1908 there is incoming correspondence from a girl, Frances Creighton, who is attending the Pierce Business School. Within her correspondence is evidence that Mr. Emerson C. Harrington was funding her education, however, it is not noted what her family relationship to him was. Included are her school grades, boarding house receipts, letters asking for funds and shorthand schoolwork. Creighton also corresponded with a woman addressed as an Aunt who acted as a connection between herself and Mr. Harrington.
Harry L. Harcum papers
by Harcum, Harry L. (1910 – 1917)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Harry L. Harcum papers documents Harry’s involvement in local businesses and civic engagements in Salisbury, Maryland which include the development of the Boy Scouts of America, Wicomico County chapter as well as the associated African-American Boy Scout Troop, 1910-1917. In addition to Harcum’s engagements the papers also reflect the purchase of land in the Camden Avenue district as well as the design and construction of his family home, the Harcum House on Park Avenue. The records provide insight as to how residents of Salisbury utilized local business. Harry Harcum bought and sold stocks, this offers a glimpse of how Americans engaged in trade domestically and abroad.
Harry O. Korff, Jr. papers
by Korff, Harry O. Jr. (1943 – 1995)
1 box, 2 oversize folders (2.5 linear feet)
The Harry O. Korff, Jr. papers document his military service in the United States Air Corps from 1943-1995 with the bulk of the materials dating to 1943-1950. Korff, a Salisbury, Maryland native and dental surgeon, was enlisted in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II and was stationed in Italy. His papers reflect his World War II service through records from various training schools he attended throughout the United States and a scrapbook showcasing his training in Texas and Florida as well as his active duty service in Italy.
Hastings Hatchery collection
by Hastings, Elmer F. (1930 – 2008)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
This collection contains material on Hastings Hatchery and its founder, Elmer F. Hastings. Items include a biographical sketch of Elmer Hastings written by Elbert Robbins in 2008, a cassette and CD of an interview of Mrs. Elmer Hastings and Henry Vinyard by Ray Thompson in 2007, two CDs of images pertaining to the Parsonsburg and Arkansas farms. In addition, there are photocopies of brochures pertaining to Hastings Hatchery's baby chick care and management, and pamphlet on the state certification of chicks. Also there are advertisements for the business, and photocopies with legend of an aerial shot of Hastings Hatchery.
Hazel Beauchamp collection
by Gibson, Herbert D. (1941 – 1945)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains copies of the Redlander the newspaper published in the Schofield Barracks an Army post in Hawaii, publications from the U.S Hospital Ship the Ernestine Koranda, the Valley Forge General Hospital, the 147th General Hospital, Cappers Weekly from Kansas, and various clippings from local newspapers regarding the war. The collection also contains the uniform of Hazel Beauchamp and the information for her training programs as a nurse in the Army. Also included is a removeable drive with images of Hazel as a nurse and her family members.
Hearn Business Card Collection
by Murray's Restaurant; Northwood Bar (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains business cards for local Salisbury restaurants, including the Northwood Bar, which advertised a Dance held every Saturday and Murry's Restaurant on Route 13.
Hearn Electricity Certificate
by Underwriters' Association of The Middle Department (April 29, 1908)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Hearn Electricity Certificate is a certificate for electricity from Salisbury, Md. The certificate belonged to Eliza Hearn and is dated 1908.
Hearthstones and Heartthrobs play
by Hopkins, Louise Baus; Venable, Ronie Catherine Walston Baus (1995)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Hearthstones and Heartthrobs play contains the script for the play of the same name. The play is about the early Perdue and Walston families, plus Fooks, Lingos, Smiths, Wainwrights" written by Ronie Venable and Louise Baus Hopkins. There is also a short intro for the Perdue family, along with genealogical information for them. The play, overall, tells the stories of the Perdues and Walstons families on the Eastern Shore.
Hebron History Pamphlet collection
by Adkins, Carolyn (1943 – 1945)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains three small booklets covering the history of Hebron, Maryland, and a booklet celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Nelson Memorial Methodist Church located in Hebron.
Heilig Family History collection
by Heilig Family (1911 – 1994)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Heilig Family History collection contains genealogy information on the Heilig family. Included is a map of Lithuania, a picture of the family in Pocomoke taken in 1911. Also included is a 1994 calendar with family birthdays and anniversaries in it.
Hendershott Pythian Auditorium Program
by Sharptown High School (1915)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a pamphlet from the Pythian Auditorium located in Sharptown, Maryland. The pamphlet was used to highlight the entertainers Major R. H. Hendershot and his son H. B. Hendershot.
Henderson Family History Collection
by Henderson Family (1710 – 1994)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Henderson Family History Collection contains genealogical information on the Henderson family. The genealogy details the family records by providing Henderson family members date of birth, marriage, and death. Some documents detail personal history of family members such as their occupations, where they lived, and what they owned. There are also photographs of Lloyd Asbury McCready.
Henrietta Byrd papers
by Byrd, Henrietta (1842 – 1891)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
The Henrietta Byrd papers are deeds, wills, lease, transactions, and correspondence of a 19th Century businesswomen in Salisbury, Maryland, 1842-1891. Following the death of her husband, Henrietta sought legal counsel from Congressmen and Attorney, John Rankin Franklin, to understand her rights as a widowed entrepreneur in the Antebellum Era. She later owned at least two properties, including the “Wicomico House,” which was four-story restaurant and hotel on Main Street, Salisbury.
Henrietta Jones Moore collection
by Moore, Henrietta (1784 – 2016)
4 boxes, 1 oversize box (4 linear feet)
The Henrietta Jones Moore collection documents several historical aspects of Eastern Shore history including Salisbury and Cambridge, Maryland and Cape Charles, Virginia. Documenting materials include family history, religion, education, and economic perspectives through essays, ephemera, newspaper clippings, obituaries and photographs from 1860-1998 with the bulk of the material dating from 1930-1948.
Henrietta Moore Wicomico County collection
by Unknown (1841 – 1994)
10 folders (0.1 linear feet)
The Henrietta Moore Wicomico County collection contains a variety of material covering activities in Wicomico County, Maryland. Included in the collection are news clippings covering changes in the Methodist Church on the Eastern Shore, activities and history of the American Legion Maryland Department including treasure's reports and meeting minutes, clippings on people related to Salisbury University; pages from the Gordy Family Bible along with photos, planning and publicity activities relating to the 50th High School reunion of the 1939 class of Wicomico High School and an article on the class of 1979 High School graduates.
Henry - Gale Family History Collection
by Unknown (1972 – 1979)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
This collection consists of correspondence from 1972 to 1979 between Gale J. Belser of Charleston, SC and Dorothy H. Smith of Annapolis, MD as Mrs. Smith provided genealogical research services for Mrs. Belser on the Henry and Gale families in Maryland.
Henry Edwards Maryland State Hunting Licenses Collection
by Edwards, Henry (1977 – 1978)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains two Maryland state hunting licenses for the 1977-1978 season.
Henry Family collection
by Henry, H. J.; Henry, John (1861 – 1865)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Henry Family collection contains correspondence of the Henry Family; all are photocopies of original documents. Documents include John Henry's Civil War correspondence during the majority of the war, Henry family members of the Daughters of the American Revolution, newspaper articles, and correspondence from H. J. Henry during the Civil War and the latter part of the 19th century.
Henry Fillmore Lankford Papers
by Lankford, Henry Fillmore (1659 – 1920)
3 folders (0.3 linear feet)
The Henry Fillmore Lankford papers consist of wills and genealogical information kept by Lankford, an attorney in Somerset County, Maryland, between 1909 and 1920. The wills primarily document Somerset and Northampton County families in the 17th and 18th centuries. Also included are two oversize items: a 1911 issue of "The Canned Good Trade" and a circa 1911 advertisement for Chevrolet automobiles.
Henry Shipley Parker Papers
by Unknown (1920 – 2012)
2 boxes (1.5 linear feet)
The Henry Shipley Parker Papers contains photographs, newspapers, plaques, awards, certificates and political information ranging from the 1920s to 2012. The photographs include family pictures of Parker's father, wife and other family members. There are also a number of photographs that are autographed including one signed by Senator John Kerry. In the collection, there are also photographs of Parker’s high school reunion and a Wicomico High Class of 1939 class photo. Also included are photographs of the Adkins family, who owned the company where Henry Parker and his father worked for an extended period of time. The newspapers include articles on the Class of 1939’s reunion, accomplishments of both Henry Parker and his father, and articles on projects in Wicomico County. There are many plaques in this collection illustrating the number of accomplishments Henry Parker made in his lifetime. Included are Fire Department plaques for years of dedication to helping different departments and a Baseball Hall of Membership Plaque. Also plaques from Wicomico County for serving the county and for the many things he helped accomplish; such as the Athletic Complex, the Corrections Facility, the Detention Center, help to the Sheriff’s Department and many more. Included is an Apple from the Teacher Award, the Marilyn J. Praisner Public Service award, the Jack R. Nichols Humanitarian award, the G. Maxwell Armor award and many certificates. This collection includes Henry S. Parker’s political information, including voting records, as well as government Political information, including the 1957 Presidential Inauguration Program. Interesting things included are a US district court case involving the Black population in Wicomico county felt they were suffering from a history of official discrimination and a soldiers World War I Bible.
Henry T. Bell papers
by Bell, Henry T. (1858 – 1918)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
The papers of Henry T. Bell document land purchases in Berlin, Maryland and the business relationship conducted between Bell, his wife Lillie and the William B. Tilghman Company from 1858 – 1918 with the bulk of the material dating from 1895-1916. Also included is personal correspondence to Henry and Lillie Bell from their children and other acquaintances as well as personal account information and his last will and testament.
Henry's Grove photographs
by Graham, Jack (1951, 2005)
3 oversize folders (3 linear feet)
Black and white photographic prints of Henry's Grove, a Georgian-style historic home located in Berlin, Worcester County, Maryland. The images depict the home before and after the facade renovation and restoration, and were taken in the mid-1970s by Jack Graham who performed the restoration.
Heritage News Collection
by Thompson, Ray (2004 – 2005)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains several volumes of the Westside Historical Society's Heritage News. The dates span from January-December 2005. This collection also contains a pamphlet regarding the history of the Maryland State House along with a photograph of the building.
Hick's Delight Land Resurvey
by Powell, Henry D. (1892)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Hick's Delight Land Resurvey contains one document by Henry D. Powell regarding a resurveying summary of "Hick's Delight" in Wicomico County. The document is dated 1892.
Hickman and Townsend Daybook
by Unknown (1903)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
Hickman and Townsend daybook documents the goods purchased by consumers; it is noted through the ledger when specific items were purchased or if non-descript items were purchased the term "goods" was used. The first and last name of the purchaser is noted as well as the status of their account.
Hilda Topfer papers
by Topfer, Hilda (1959)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a draft of a thesis by Hilda Topfer entitled "Plans for the Restoration and Alteration of an Eighteenth Century Farm House in Somerset County, Maryland." The subject was the historic Burton Cannon House. The outline was submitted to the Drexel Institute of Technology in Philadelphia in pursuance of a Masters Degree in Home Economics in June, 1959. The thesis was used to support the house's nomination to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.
Historic Delmarva Home sketches
by Unknown (1976)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Historic Delmarva Home sketches document the architecture of the Delmarva Peninsula in 1976. Documenting materials comprise of graphite pencil sketches of various homes such as Beverly of Worcester, Pemberton Hall, Beverly of Somerset, Genesar, and Poplar Hill Mansion.
Historical Sites of Wicomico County collection
by Clay, Anne Morris (1989 – 1997)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Historical Sites of Wicomico County Collection contains an essay written by Anne Clay entitled "Chelsea': A history" which details the history of Chelsea in Wicomico County. Also included is a 1989 list titled "Status of Extant Maryland Historical Trust Sites." There are maps, empirical data, and some brief information on the historical sites.
Historical Society of Kent County Genealogical Collection
by Bell, Albert D. (1639 – 1948)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains genealogical material on the Layton, Bell and Hollis families. This includes a manuscript by Albert D. Bell entitled Hollis Notes, 1639-1948: From Public and Private Records in the States of Maryland and Delaware and a genealogical chart of some of the descendants of Captain Nathaniel and Sarah Bell. There is an oversized folder with the charts of the Washington and Bell families.
History of Hebron Play
by Unknown (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The History of Hebron Play contains a school play pertaining to the history of Hebron, MD.
History of Menhaden Industry in Virginia Essay
by McKenney, Robert N. (1951)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The History of Menhaden Industry in Virginia Essay contains an essay by Robert N. McKenney on the history of the Menhaden Industry on the Eastern Shore of Virginia.
History of Shipbuilding in Milford, Del.
by Oates, Michael (2010)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Digital video disc entitled, "Wood Shavings to Hot Sparks," documenting the history of shipbuilding in Milford, Delaware and produced by the Milford Museum in 2010.
Hobbs Family Collection
by Unknown (1720 – 1913)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Hobbs Family Collection contains genealogical information on the Hobbs family. There is a detailed description of birth, death, and marriage dates along with children. Some records detail specific Hobbs family members lifetime. The genealogy covers multiple states including Maryland, Virginia, and Indiana. This collection also discusses if whether or not the city of Hobbs, Indiana has any relation to this Hobbs family.
Hobbs Family Collection
by Unknown (Undated)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Hobbs Family Collection contains genealogical information on the Hobbes family. The collection contains personal letters from early Hobbs family members. The collection also includes pension documents that give personal information of Hobbs members. There is also a chapter included on Hobbs in "Founders of Anne Arundel and Howard Counties." The bulk of the collection focuses on detailed genealogical descriptions of births, deaths, marriages, and children.
Hobert D. Adams papers
by Adams, Hobert (1963 – 1992)
1 box, 1 oversize folder (0.25 linear feet)
Hobert D. Adams papers consist of land surveys and descriptions as well as proposals, maps, and permits for Adams’s property located in Fishing Creek, Maryland. The materials also contain a series of records related to Adams’s vehicle accidents. The materials date from 1963-1992 with the bulk date from 1973-1978.
Holland Island Collection
by Parks, Irving M. Sr. (1972 – 1985)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Holland's Island Collection consists of a detailed description on the history of Holland Island. The creator is Irving M. Parks, Sr. who named his story the "Vanishing Island". Parks discusses the history of Holland Island and its residents, and how over time the island started to disappear and was deserted. Included is a personal narrative, newspaper clippings about life on the island, information about boats used, education, and brief personal genealogy of residents.
Hollands Island Church records
by Unknown (1950 – 1955)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Photocopy of Holland Island Church records noting pastors, parish deaths, marriages and baptisms, 1884-1910.
Holloway Funeral Home records
by Holloway Funeral Home (1900 – 1952)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Holloway Funeral Home records document the deceased who were prepared for burial at the Salisbury, Maryland location, 1900-1952. Digitized materials include procedures performed, financial statements and death certificates. The alphabetical records are indexed in the inventory and digital images available in the link.
Holloway Hall Photograph
by Unknown (1930s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a picture of Holloway Hall with three young girls sitting on the steps sometime during the mid-1930s.
Hopkins and Williams Marriage Certificate
by State of Delaware (January 31, 1876)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Hopkins and Williams Marriage Certificate contains a marriage certificate by the State of Delaware for Sussex Country residents, Thomas H. Hopkins and Maggie A. Williams on January 31, 1876.
Hotel Register
by Unknown (1931 – 1945)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Hotel register from an unknown location, 1931-1945; features guests from Baltimore and Salisbury, Maryland as well as Philadelphia and various other mid-Atlantic locations.
Howard Adkins Collection
by Adkins, Howard (1778 – 1990)
8 boxes (6 linear feet)
This collection consists of (8) boxes containing miscellaneous documents collected (and in some cases written by) local historian, J. Howard Adkins. The collection spans primarily the 19th and 20th centuries with material drawn from a variety of commercial, cultural and religious enterprises primarily related to Delmarva, but also including references to Baltimore, Wilmington and Philadelphia. A smaller portion of the collection includes documents sourced from the National Society DAR Library in Washington, D.C. outlining members of the local militia (Somerset, Worcester and Dorchester Counties) who took “Oaths of Fidelity”during the American Revolutionary period and the War of 1812, locally written histories of Riverton, Salisbury, Vienna, Sharptown, Mardela, Barren Creek, the Bradley family among others.
Howard and Marvin E. Cox Ledger and Journal
by Cox, Howard; Cox, Marvin (1838 – 1982)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Howard and Marvin E. Cox Ledger and Journal contains detailed handwritten vital information on individuals in Nanticoke and other Wicomico County communities, in addition to narratives recorded by Howard and Marvin Cox. Included are records listing marriages (1865-1979) and deaths (1838-1982) with a separate section for African American deaths (1898-1980). At the end of the ledger is a journal written by Marvin Cox from 1918 to 1964 describing the oyster and construction business in the community, including the meeting minutes of the Willing Workers of Nanticoke. The entire ledger is transcribed and attached to the finding aid.
Howard Bozman signed baseballs
by Bozman, Howard (1950s)
1 folder (0 linear feet)
This 25-image digital collection consists of photographs of three signed baseballs from the personal collection of Howard Bozman. The balls were signed in the 1950s by notable Eastern Shore baseball players including Dick Porter, Frank "Home Run" Baker, Ducky Detweiler, and Ed Watkins.
Hughes and Pusey Family collection
by Unknown (1910 – 1988)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Hughes and Pusey Family Collection contains one folder of newspaper clippings relating to the activities of members of the Hughes and Pusey family from 1952 to 1998. Included are wedding announcements and obituaries. There are also several photographs of Jane Hughes, two school pictures from an old one room schoolhouse and two class pictures from Wicomico High School.There is also a memorial program for Max P. Hughes. There are also three newspaper clippings from 1972 to 1999 about Captain Claude V. Hughes, captain of the R. E. Powell, the ship Chandlery of Vane Brothers and the book Time and the Tide that highlights the company. In addition, there is the 1910 Wicomico High School diploma of Mary Elizabeth Pusey, wife of V. V. Hughes.
Humphreys Family papers
by Humphreys, Eugene W.; Humphreys, Josephine (1860 – 1963)
4 cartons, 2 boxes (5 linear feet)
The Humphreys family papers document the educational and social activities of Dr. Eugene and Josephine Humphreys and their children who lived at 105 Broad Street, Salisbury, Maryland. Materials date from 1867-1963 with the bulk of the material dating from 1890-1933 including correspondence, educational, economic and photographic materials of the family. Also documented through correspondence, legal records, and photographs are boarders who resided with the Humphreys and associated families including Mary Gordon Toadvine, Joseph and Mary Graham and John D. Williams.
Humphreys Lake Photographs
by Unknown (1930 – 1950)
folders (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains two early twentieth century photographs: Humphreys Lake and the electric fountain in the Municipal Park, Salisbury, MD.
Hungars Cure Parish collection
by Unknown (circa 1980)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Hungars Cure Parish collection contains three pamphlets titled "The Episcopal Churches of Hungars Cure Parish, Northampton County"; "History of Hungars Episcopal Church", and a church bulletin for the Hungars Church.
Hurlock High School Class of 1933 Reunion Photos
by Schulz, Elizabeth Gordy (1983, 1995)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection documents the 50th and 60th class reunions of Hurlock High School's class of 1933 through one black and white photo from 1983 and seven color photos from 1993 with an accompanying letter from 1995. All of the individuals in the 1983 photo are identified.
Hurlock High School newspapers
by Unknown (1938 – 1939)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Hurlock High School newspapers documents the student created paper, known as "The Owl," which reported on student activities throughout the school year from October 1938 - June 1939.
Hurlock Honey Bees collection
by Unknown (circa 2005)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Hurlock Honey Bees collection contains essays and photographs of the Hurlock's Senior Busy Bees, a group of senior men and women from the Hurlock area who participate in community improvement programs. Each member has a photograph and a brief biography.
Improved Order of Red Men (Berlin, Md.) records
by Improved Order of Red Men; Unknown (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Improved Order of Red Men contains the certificate of the ratification of the resolutions of respect brought forth by the Order of the Red Men to the White Eagle Chapter from Berlin, Maryland. The certificate was sent in memory of John Bethards.
Improved Order of Red Men, Fruitland
by Unknown (1932 – 1960)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
Improved Order of Red Men, Fruitland records documents the chapter out of Fruitland, Maryland, Tribe 149. There are photographs and newspaper clipping of the members of the group.
Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Crisfield records
by Independent Order of Odd Fellows (I.O.O.F.) (1931 – 1934)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Independent Order of Odd Fellow, Crisfield, Maryland, Lodge 51 documents the fraternal organizations meeting minutes from 1931-1934 and includes the business activities as well as membership information.
Indian Chant records
by Wicomico High School (1962 – 1964)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Wicomico High School Indian Chant records were produced by the high school's English Department, 1962-1964 and includes short stories, poetry and art produced by students to give examples of their individual characteristics, creativity and talents.
Ireland's Eye Land Records Collection
by Gravenor, Isaac (1872 – 1906)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains handwritten deeds with dates ranging from 1872 to 1906, pertaining to a tract of land in Sharptown District entitled Ireland's Eyes. Grantors included Alfred W. and Charlotte B. Twiford, Mary E. Walker, Mary E. Cooper and Mary Richie. Grantees were Isaac K. Phillips, Isaac J. Gravenor and Caleb T. Wheatley.
Irma Jean Dodd-McNelia collection
by Unknown (1950 – 1955)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Series of black and white photographic prints acquired by Irma Jean Dodd-McNelia; the prints feature local Salisbury, Maryland residents in their daily life including trips to the beach and within their homes. The photographs were taken between 1950 and 1955 and some of the residents include Dorothy Hopkins, JoAnne Phillips, Iris Merritt Webster, Marianna Rounds, Ann Faith Hill and Johnny Merritt.
Isaac and Frances Ann Molock Bible and Photographs
by Molock, Isaac (circa 1865)
1 oversize box (0.75 linear feet)
Family Bible of Isaac and Frances Ann Molock, African American farmers from Dorchester County, Maryland. Published in 1865, the Bible contains handwritten pages that notate the birth, marriage, and death records of their children and ancestors from 1858-1885. Eventually, the Bible passed through the hands of their descendants, to a grandson, Clarence Molock, who was a scholar, educator and preacher, who eventually handed it to his grandson, donor Keiford Jackson. In addition to the Bible, four digital photographic images of original charcoal portraits of Frances Molock, Emma Jane Holland Farrare, Nancy Mitchell Young, and William Henry Clay Young, depict African Americans in a post-Civil War era.
Isaac Handy diary
by Handy, Isaac J. (1892)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The diary of Isaac J.F. Handy, written in 1892, documents his daily experiences as a servant in the home of Mrs. Frank Haseltine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Handy, an African American man born in Wicomico County in 1850, the son of George and Susan Handy, recounts his everyday experiences writing about his activities inside and outside of the home. From time to time, he comments on national events, specifically, the 1892 Presidential election of Grover Cleveland. His monthly salary and expenses are noted in the back of the diary.
Isabelle K. Leach Collection
by Leach, Isabelle K. (1979 – 1996)
3 boxes (3 linear feet)
The materials that are in the Isabelle K. Leach Collection are all newspaper clippings, and photos from the Salisbury Daily and Sunday Times. This collection includes Isabelle K. Leach's own articles and photos, mainly dealing with events going on in and around Pocomoke City Maryland, encompassing thirty years of events 1979-1996. Also included are various reporters articles and photos as well as many clippings dealing with the current events from 1979-1984, and clippings of Weddings and Deaths in and around the Pocomoke area.
J. Douglas Deal papers
by Unknown (1663 – 1982)
1 carton, 1 oversize folder (2.25 linear feet)
The J. Douglas Deal papers document the extensive research done by Deal while writing his dissertation Race and Class in Colonial Virginia: Indians, Englishmen, and Africans on the Eastern Shore during the Seventeenth Century from 1970-1982 at the University of Rochester. Materials within the collection are comprised of photocopies of documents dating from 1663-1866. Photocopied materials include seventeenth-century Accomack County tithables, articles from the William and Mary Quarterly, and genealogical information regarding families from the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Handwritten notes and tithable charts created by Deal are also within the collection.
J. Edwin Hobbs Writings
by Hobbs, J. Edwin (1983 – 1991)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains two written pieces by J. Edwin Hobbs entitled "Eastern Shore Railroad Company and Variations on the Theme" and "Recalling two old action roadblocks."
J. Howard and Louise H. Adkins Sharptown scrapbook
by Adkins, J. Howard; Adkins, Louise H. (1848 – 1911)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The J. Howard and Louise H. Adkins Sharptown Scrapbook contains a scrapbook entitled "To Speak of Many Things About Sharptown, Maryland: A Collection of Historical Bits and Pieces" by J. Howard Adkins and Louise H. Adkins. The scrapbook discusses the history of Sharptown.
J. L. Watts collection
by Lankford, Benjamin (1797 – 1836)
4 folders (0.04 linear feet)
The J L Watts Collection contains photocopies of personal correspondence, business correspondence, and land deeds relating to Benjamin Lankford. The personal correspondence is between Benjamin Lankford and his family. The business correspondence focuses on Lankford's business interest, with one letter focusing on the sale of a woman and child slave. The land deeds focus on Benjamin Lankford gaining land. These correspondences take place in Somerset County.
J. Marshall Stewart papers
by Unknown (circa 1940 – 1966)
2 folders, 1 folder (4.75 linear feet)
The papers of J. Marshall Stewart document his career with Victor Lynn Lines as well as his civic service to the Eastern Shore and the city of Baltimore from 1940-1966. His activities are documented via photographs, certificates and artifacts that include an 1801 reproduction map of the city of Baltimore and a Baltimore sesquicentennial commemorative plate. Also included is an extensive family history of the Andrew and Joanne Stewart Hall family which includes memoirs from associated family members and was produced in 2008.
J. Millard Tawes Museum manuscript collections
by Crisfield Heritage Foundation (1870 – 2001)
2 boxes (2 linear feet)
This collection consists of small manuscript collections that were housed at the J. Millard Tawes Museum in Crisfield, Maryland. It contains correspondence, a scrapbook, photographs and negatives, financial records, and notes and ephemera from people in Crisfield between the 1870s and 1969 (and 2001), though primarily between 1939 and 1945.
J.I. Wells Company Collection
by Unknown (1917 – 1974)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains photographic materials with a date span of 1917 to 1974. The collection mostly pertains to the J. I. Wells Company of Salisbury, MD. Included are four photographs showing the aerial view of pre-construction of the Allenwood Shopping Center ca. 1974, a framed collage containing fifteen photographs of J. I. Wells (at the site known as Beazer East, formerly JB Wells, formerly Coppers/Koppers), and a 1917 World War for Liberty poster pertaining to the 1st Maryland Infantry, Company I at Camp McClellan, Anniston, Alabama, containing the roster of officers and enlisted men.
Jack Adkins papers
by Panichella, Nick (1995 – 2000)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The papers of Jack Adkins document his purchase of a President Kennedy photograph and find of a Charles Allen Gilbert print as well as his relationship with Maude and Earl Robinson, Eastern Shore entertainers.
Jackson Family photographs
by Jackson Family (1865 – 1968)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Jackson Family photograph collection visually documents the prominent Salisbury, Maryland family including United States Senator William P. Jackson and Maryland Republican State Central Committee member, William Newton Jackson. Florence Rue, wife of William Newton Jackson, and daughter of Philadelphia National Bank President, Levi Lingo Rue and family is also visually documented in this series of photographic images. Visually, the images document the wealth and status of the two families, from 1865-1968 with the bulk of the images dating from 1880-1920.
Jackson Family Property History
by Hughes, Mary (2014)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Report of the Jackson family's property history once located at 500 - 514 Camden Avenue, named The Homestead and The Towers. The property was purchased by St. Francis de Sales Parish and converted into the Olde Carriage House Thrift Shop. The report documents the changing land from 1880 - 2014.
James Augustus Waller papers
by Waller, James (1873 – 1986)
1 box, 1 oversize box (1.25 linear feet)
This small collection contains papers and personal possessions related to James A. Waller, Jr., (1889-1986) Deacon of Christ Episcopal Church, Blackwell Virginia, 1953 to 1986. Items of primary interest include newspaper clippings about Waller, copies of genealogical material used by Waller to apply to the Society of Colonial Wars in 1981, and photographs of Waller with fellow clergy from 1953.
James Baxter Chestertown Ledger and Ephemera Collection
by Baxter, James (circa 1920)
1 box, 1 oversize box (2 linear feet)
This collection contains a ledger which had multiple receipts pinned in, as well as recorded receipt information written in the actual book. In addition to that, there were many loose receipts, that probably fell out of the ledger throughout time. Some of the receipts include checks to the Church Hill Bank of Maryland, the Chestertown Bank of Maryland, and the Queen Anne's National Bank of Centerville. In addition to those, there are receipts from auto garages, pharmacies, a dairy and poultry store, a lumber yard, a hardware store, a household cookware store, a subscription to Kent News, and a few letters from Downes Music House. All receipts date early 1920s. Included in this collection is a hand drawn advertisement and sign up list for a barbershop quartet competition.
James Brown Family Photograph Collection
by Butler, Paul (1880 – 1920)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various photocopies and photograph negatives of the James Brown family. It includes all photocopied black and white photographs, many dating back to the late 19th or early 20th century. It also contains the negative film strips and initial produced photographs covered in protective seals. Also included is a newspaper photograph of artist Arnold Roberts detailing the Dames Quarter area in which the Brown family lived. The photographs were produced by Paul Butler, and the Times Newspaper photo was taken by Bill Duck.
James E. Byrd Paper
by Byrd, James E. (February 4, 1884)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The James E. Byrd Paper contains a letter from James E. Byrd, who was the treasurer and secretary of the Maryland Steamboat Company, to his sister. The letter is dated February 4, 1884, and discusses various family issues.
James Norton Eastern Shore Collection
by Harman, Gretchen L. (1976 – 2007)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains photocopies and photographs of structures and family histories on the Eastern Shore. Items include documentation and pictures of J.D. Long residence and Hearn-Stevenson residence in Pocomoke City, MD, photocopy of Robert L. Krieger's "Wallops and the War of Independence" and genealogical information about the West family of Worcester County, MD by Gretchen L. Harman.
James R. Trader papers
by Trader, James R. (1847 – 2012)
21 cartons, 3 boxes (24 linear feet)
The papers of James R. Trader (1931-2012) cover his efforts to document family history on the Delmarva Peninsula and burial sites in Maryland through both independent research and as a member of the Coalition to Protect Maryland Burial Sites (CPMBS) between 1988 and 2012. The family history research is most substantial series in the collection with particular focus on the Trader surname. The burial site research features records for sites in Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester Counties. The bulk of the CPMBS records document the Coalition’s activities, correspondence, and legislative efforts while Trader served as president and on the board of directors. A small portion of the collection contains the early records of the social club, Eastern Shore Singles.
Jay and Carrie Kleinhenn Papers
by Kleinhenn, Carrie LeCates (1860, 1995)
7 boxes (7.25 linear feet)
The Jay and Carrie Kleinhenn papers document their family life in Delaware and Maryland circa 1860-1995; the bulk of the material dates from 1915-1949. It consists of personal papers, scrapbooks, photographs and negatives, and other materials related to family history.
Jay Mason Photograph Collection
by Mason, Jay; Tidewater Publishers (1973 – 1978)
1 box, 1 oversize box (1.75 linear feet)
The Jay Mason Photograph collection contains prints, negatives, contact sheets, and some slides taken by Mason between 1973 and 1978 primarily in Worcester County, Maryland. Mason's work appeared in the Tidewater Times and subjects of photographs included many waterways and watermen, people in portrait and working, historic buildings and structures, roads and roadsides, and landscape and nature scenes. While some prints include descriptions of the subjects, additional descriptions can be found in the mounted photographs.
Jean Long collection
by Long, Jean (1772 – 1978)
6 boxes, 1 oversize folder (7 linear feet)
This collection of material acquired by Jean Long deals with the history of Maryland including the islands of Deal, Smith and St. Michael's and customs. It contains booklets, articles, scrapbooks, Maryland Hall of Records Bulletins and several Wheeler leaflets. In addition, it contains newspapers, magazines and material covering historic homes and places such as Fairmount Academy. The four Maryland Hall of Records Bicentennial Bulletins for April-July 1776 were donated by William Kline to complete the set.
Jean Merson papers
by Merson, Jean (2012 – 2013)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Personal accounts of Jean Merson's pilgrimages to Camino de Lima, Portugal, 2012; Nazareth to Bethlehem, 2013; and the Via Francigena, Aquepandente to Rome, 2013.
Jeff Pilchard Collection
by Unknown (1960s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains four duplicates of an aerial photograph of Hidden Harbor (formerly Ship's Cafe) in Ocean City, Maryland, taken in the 1960s.
Jerome Kennedy collection
by Kennedy, Jerome (1911, 1987)
2 cartons (2 linear feet)
The collection of Jerome Kennedy primarily contains handbooks and small press pamphlets documents festivals, folklore, and history of locations, daily civic life and other activities. Other formats include scrapbooks, print materials, photos and newspaper clippings.
Jerome Seward Funeral Books
by Granville S. LeCompte Home for Funerals (1939)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Seward Funeral Book Collection contains two funeral books for Jerome Seward (1869-1939).
Jesse M. Pollitt, Jr. papers
by Pollitt, Jesse M Jr. (1943 – 1946)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
The Jesse M. Pollitt papers portray a young man’s experience of the phases of war training, stationing, and naval service of World War II, and the written relationship men maintained with their families. Specifically, correspondence between Pollitt and his mother Agnes Malone Pollitt during his service in the United States Marine Corps from 1943-1946. The letters document his experiences at boot camp at Parris Island, South Carolina and his subsequent postings in Washington, D.C. and North Carolina.
Jessie Morris Jones Wicomico High School Collection
by Jones, Jessie M. (1929 – 1978)
4 boxes (2 linear feet)
The Jessie Morris Jones collection has a variety of paper materials. There are yearbooks, retirement notes/cards, class reunion pamphlets, grade/student roster books, pamphlets on graduation procedures, a folder with information on a charter government, and newspaper articles. The Yearbooks and the newspapers associated with the yearbooks range from 1941-1971. The retirement notes/cards include letters and cards to Mr. Jones from students and faculty discussing his retirement, as well as, invitations to retirement banquets and other events. The class reunion pamphlets are mostly invitations and programs, with a few booklets notating what happened to the graduating class after high school. In that group were also two paper weights with a picture of the school and the dates of the graduating classes. There is a large assortment of grade/student roster books from the years 1929-1969. Within those books are lists of names of the students as well as their progress in the class. The graduate collection is a series of programs, procedure lists, and a few booklets on where students see themselves in the future. A large binder is dedicated to articles and policy books on the charter government, or “home rule”, instituted in 1963. Finally the last groups of materials are newspaper articles on a variety of topics. Some are the WiHi student run newspaper clippings, other articles deal with the hiring of new teachers, retirement of old teachers, and school board elections. There is a folder in this group dedicated to all the teacher and school board officials’ retirements from the years 1948-1978.
Jim Jackson Delmarva ephemera collection
by Jackson, Jim (1851 – 1992)
4 boxes, 1 oversize box (5.5 linear feet)
This collection consists of assorted local paper ephemera from 1852 to 1990. Most of the items originated from the George Bounds & Company of Hebron, the J. H. Farlow & Brother of Salisbury and the Wimbrow & Company of Whaleyville and William and Edwin Sirman. Included are cannery tokens from the Harold B. Kennerly & Son in Nanticoke, Maryland. Also included are over 925 postcards of Salisbury from the 19th to the 21st century arranged by subject.
Jim Trader Family History and Land Records Collection
by Trader, James R. (1990s)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
This collection contains various documents on the military service and conscription of the Trader family, as well as an article chronicling the life of Reverend John Huett and various Wicomico County Land Records relating to the Trader family.
Jim Willey collection
by Parsons, Milton A. (1876 – 1895)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This small collection of legal documents dating from 1876 to 1895 includes several summons, and an official voting ballot for Wicomico County, Maryland.
Jim Wootten railroad ephemera
by Wootten, Jim (1893 – 1953)
3 folders (0.3 linear feet)
The Jim Wootten railroad ephemera includes items related to railroads on the Delmarva peninsula. Included are a New York, Philadelphia, and Norfolk Rail Road Company baggage master's record that documents work in 1893 and 1900, three locomotive operating manuals from 1950 and 1953, and 18 passenger tickets for the Pennsylvania Railroad that date between 1924 and 1941.
Joe and Carolyn Waller Ballou Family Papers
by Joe and Carolyn Ballou (1810 – 2008)
3 cartons, 2 oversize folders (3 linear feet)
The Waller Family Collection is a genealogical collection relating to the Waller family from 1606-2008 with the bulk of the collection ranging from 1982-1998. The majority of the collection contains genealogical information of the direct line of the Waller family as well as the various extended family lines. The collection also includes topical publications on Somerset County and the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland as well as online and genealogical research manuals. The collection documents the family with images, newspaper clippings, tax documents, church and census documents, and letters.
Joe Hopwood Painting collection
by Hopwood, Joe (2003)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an oil painting titled "Potatoe House @ 1920", the painting is of the former Humphries Farm located on Crooked Oak Lane, Salisbury, Maryland. The painting was created by J. Hopwood in 2003.
Joe Hopwood Potato House paintings
by Hopwood, Joe (2002-2005)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains two paintings and a sketch of potato houses by Joe Hopwood in May 2002 and 2005, one of the Riall Farm and the other of Winwright Farm on Route 349, both in Tyaskin, Maryland. The third is of a potato house on the Smoot Farm, west Salisbury.
John Alvan Selby Baby Book
by Selby, Susie Willey (1891 – 1896)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The John Alvan Selby Baby Book contains a baby book titled "Baby's Kingdom". The baby book is for John Alvan Selby, and was kept by his mother, Susie Willey Selby. The contents of the baby book contain milestones, firsts for John, objects such as a lock of hair. There is also a transcription of the baby book, done by John Parker Dryden in the collection.
John and Edith Sterling marriage certificate
by Unknown (July 5, 1910)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Marriage certificate for John F. Sterling and Edith G. Wilson, July 5, 1910; the certificate features a printed floral design with wedding bells and an image of the prophet Isaac. The certificate reads, "This Certifies that John F. Sterling of Crisfield, and Edith G. Wilson of Crisfield, were by me united in Holy Matrimony, According to the Ordinance of God and the Laws of the State at Salisbury, Md., on the fifth day of July in the year of our Lord One Thousand Nine Hundred and ten, W.R. Graham, Minister of the Gospel."
John and William Camper papers
by Camper, John; Camper, William (1820 – 1840)
1 box (0.75 linear feet)
Hand-made copy books written by brothers John and William Camper of Talbot County. The two books written from 1820-1827 and 1823-1840 document the brother's education in arithmetic, including their lessons and notes in numeration, subtraction, multiplication, long division, decimals, and the use of federal money.
John Byrd Inventory Collection
by Unknown (1865)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The John Byrd Inventory Collection contains an inventory of John Byrd of Worcester County, MD. The inventory was taken on June 15th, 1865. There is also a small genealogical history of John Byrd and his descendants.
John Chamberlin papers
by Chamberlin, John (1910 – 2010)
1 carton (1 linear feet)
The John Chamberlin papers document his archeological excavations in Maryland. Records include his archeological surveys, artifact lists, proposal documents, maps and artifacts collected during his digs. These materials date from 1910-2010, with the bulk of the material dating from 1991-2003. Many of the documents relate to William Claiborne, who established a trading settlement on southern Kent Island in 1631. Chamberlin also excavated at Rich Neck Manor, later named Sherwood Manor, in St. Michaels, Maryland which is assumed to have been originally occupied in 1649-1652 by Captain William Mitchell. The Kent Fort materials include information on The Claiborne Project which was an archaeological survey that attempted to locate Kent Fort using Chamberlin’s research. The archeological artifacts contain Native American and colonial finds dating to the 17th and 18th century. These artifacts include bones, stones, tools, beads, and pottery, pipe stems fragments, and wooden and metal artifacts including coins.
John D. Williams papers
by Williams, John D. (1867 – 1920)
3 folders (0.3 linear feet)
The John D. Williams papers contain the financial records of the Salisbury, Maryland resident and owner of L.E. WIlliams Company from 1867 to 1920. Included are two savings account booklets from the 1900s to 1920, financial notes and estate documents from the 1890s, a financial ledger also used for the minutes of the Salisbury Coronet Band from the 1870s, and two high school graduation speeches from 1899 and 1901.
John Goslee papers
by Goslee, John (1760 – 1975)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
John Goslee papers document the activities of the Goslee family from 1760-1975 through photocopied documents. Materials include land grants, bonds, and bible records, as well as genealogical research on the family. An 1879 survey of the land tracts "Teagues Folly" and "End of Dispute", is also within the collection.
John Graham Regional Development collection
by Graham, John (1957 – 1998)
4 boxes, 1 oversize box (2.75 linear feet)
This collection contains numerous reports, ranging from 1957 to 1998, pertaining to the regional development in Dorchester, Wicomico and Worcester Counties. Among the reports are social and economic surveys, urban design studies and comprehensive development plans. In addition are approximately 150 slides of structures in the Newtown District of Salisbury (MD) and towns of Worcester County.
John Groutt Papers
by Groutt, John (1980 – 2020)
7 boxes, 3 oversize folders (7.25 linear feet)
This collection contains emails, letters, financial and fundraising documents, meeting minutes, and advertising materials for the Wicomico Environmental Trust (WET). These papers were collected by John Groutt, whose personal papers such as correspondence and educational materials are also included in the collection.
John H. Dulany and Son, Inc. records
by John H. Dulany and Son, Inc. (1899 – 1993)
3 boxes, 1 oversize folder (4 linear feet)
The records of John H. Dulany and Son Incorporated, (also known Dulany and Johnson and Dulany and Sons), documents the growth and management of John H. Dulany and Son Inc. which was located in Fruitland Maryland. The materials date from the company’s inception in 1899 through 1984 with the bulk of the material dating from 1944-1966. The materials include photographs, correspondence, biographies, and awards documents the growth of the Dulany plants as well as business and political interests of the company. Biographies and photographs of Dulany family members and histories of the company are also included.
John Jacob Collection
by Jacob, John E. (1671 – 2013)
30 boxes, 1 drawer (34.25 linear feet)
The John Jacob Collection consists of two parts that document the life and career of attorney and historian, John E. Jacob, Jr.: collected material and personal research. Jacob collected a variety of original documents that comprise series one of the collection, including personal papers of families, ledgers, scrapbooks, land and legal documents, photographs, ephemera, and other paper-based items. Jacob also kept detailed handwritten notes and indices when researching various topics related to the history of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, as well as his handwritten drafts for books and lectures, which comprise series two of the collection. The collection has folder-level descriptions in the inventory.
John Luke Porter papers
by Porter, John Luke (2002 – 2003)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
The John Luke Porter papers consist of genealogy of the Trader, Bailey, and Porter families, as well as excerpts, and correspondence about the naval battle between the C.S.S. VIRGINIA and the U.S.S. MONITOR. The research was conducted by James Trader, Maryland Eastern Shore local, he traced his genealogy back to the 17th century Virginia; these papers reflect the research from 2002-2003. He found that he was related to several military figures, such as John Luke Porter, the architect of the C.S.S VIRGINIA.
John M. Engle Military Honorable Discharge
by Unknown (May 25, 1865)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The John M. Engle Military Honorable Discharge contains an honorable discharge releasing Engle from military duty. The paper is dated May 1865. Engle is noted as having served as a private in the 13th Maryland Regiment under Captain R. A. Maclane for one year in the Civil War.
John Moll Lithographs
by Moll, John (circa 1975)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Color lithographs of maritime scenes created by John Moll. The three prints depict a skipjack, a Chesapeake Bay bugeye, and the city dock in Annapolis.
John Satterfield Papers
by John Satterfield (1942 – 1946)
1 box (1 linear feet)
Letters from John Satterfield to his then-girlfriend Sarah Owens, and his mother Lucy Satterfield, spanning his service in World War Two as well as his life afterwards.
John Thomas Parker Farmers' Bulletin Pamphlets
by Burritt, M. C.; Cox, H. R.; Lamon, Harry M.; Thompson, H. C.; United States Department of Agriculture (1915)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains multiple Farmers' Bulletin pamphlets from the US Department of Agriculture from Jan.-May 1915. Topics include growing strawberries, weed control, raising poultry, and management of apple orchards.
John Wennersten Collection
by Wennersten, John R. (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains photographs that were used by Dr. John Wennersten in his book "25 Bicycle Tours on Delmarva." The photographs are of the various sites seen during the tours discussed in the book.
John Whitney schoolbook
by Whitney, John (circa 1809, 1810)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a photocopy of a schoolbook created by John Whitney, a majority of the pages contain John Whitney's mathematical scholastic efforts; however, a number of pages contain economic transactions. The copy of the book was created in 2000, the original ledger dates from 1809-1810.
Jolly Jack Toyland film collection
by Unknown (1956)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
16mm film and digital copy of the Jolly Jack Toyland television show, from December 1956 that was broadcast on WBOC and filmed at White & Leonard's on Main St in Salisbury, Md.
Jonathan Bounds Land Deed
by Bounds, Jonathan (1764)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Jonathan Bounds Land Deed is a deed for land in Somerset County. Jonathan Bounds gave land to Richard Stevens Bounds in 1764. The land is described as "the one called Bally Buggon containing 190 acres more or less, the other called Calldwells Chance containing 27 acres".
Jonathan Sager Pine Bluff Trust Collection
by Shedaker, Stacey L. (1995 – 2012)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains photographs of Pine Bluff, Trust documents, and Pine Bluff historical information. The photographs were taken in 2012 and include shots of the outside of the building, the yard around it, and many photographs inside the various rooms of Pine Bluff. A paper entitled "The Evolution of Pine Bluff," authored by Stacey Shedaker, gives a detailed account for the property from the time it opened to today. A photocopied newspaper clipping has also been added to the collection, and it describes Pine Bluff's success in cutting down the death rate for tuberculosis. Photocopied pictures as well as a zone map accompany an article titled "A Report on an Intensive Archeological Reconnaissance Survey".
Jordan Marsh and Company Catalogue
by Press of Wright & Potter Printing Company (1881)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a copy of Jordan, Marsh and Company's fall catalog from 1881.
Joseph A. Dickerson collection
by Dickerson, Joseph (1996 – 1999)
2 boxes (1.5 linear feet)
This collection contains letters, newspaper clippings, maps, photographs, court records, and a variety of genealogical information on the Dickinson/Dickerson family dating back to the 1600s when the first Dickinson (three brothers) arrived in America from England. These letters were sent to Dolores DuPoint from 1996 to 1999. Letters inform Dolores of progress being made in researching the family as well as personal tangents about Joseph Dickerson’s life. The newspaper clippings are usually relatable to the research such as the clipping of the Dickinson Mansion from 1970 or the article about the Crosaidore house from 1976 where it talks about how it was sadly demolished. They can be, however, random articles that Joseph sends to Dolores just for the fact that it interests him such as the Shanty Boat article. The various maps in the collection range from cemetery plots to a neighborhood scope of where one of the family’s houses stood/stands today. The only photographs in the collection are ones that Joseph took himself of graves belonging to his own or some distant line that connects to his family. The few scattered court records are things that either Joseph or Dolores requested such as land dispute forms and the like.
Joseph A. Graham papers
by Graham, Joseph A. (1860 – 1942)
1 box, 1 oversize folder (3.5 linear feet)
The Joseph A. Graham papers document Joseph A. Graham’s career, life, and family through letters, postcards, telegrams, photographs and ephemera. Topics include journalism, newspapers, and theater, offering insight into life in the United States during the Gilded Age and the Progressive Era.
Joseph and Ilia Fehrer papers
by Fehrer, Ilia; Fehrer, Joe Jr.; Fehrer, Joseph W. (1950 – 2020)
11 boxes, 6 oversize folders (11.5 linear feet)
The Joseph and Ilia Fehrer papers document the activities of the Fehrers and their environmentalism in Worcester County, Maryland. The Fehrers were instrumental in establishing The Nature Conservancy's Nassawango Preserve in 1973, as well as the Worcester Environmental Trust and Assateague Coastal Trust. The materials date from 1956-2020 with the bulk of the material dating between 1970 and 2000. Included are the TNC Nassawango Preserve internal files, which continued to be maintained by Joe Fehrer Jr. after Joseph Fehrer Sr.'s retirement.
Joseph Benjamin Hudson film project records
by Carey’s United Methodist Church; Ward, Donald (1980 – 1981)
1 carton (1 linear feet)
Project records of the Joseph Benjamin Hudson film document the life of one of the most well-known and longest living Delawareans, Joseph Benjamin Hudson (1874-1982) from Mission, Sussex County. Donald Ward produced the project from 1980-1981 and conducted the interview with Mr. Hudson recording how life had changed over the last 100 years. Commentary from Mr. Hudson includes early life in post-Civil War Delaware, farming and Carey’s United Methodist Camp. The interview is documented on five types of audio-visual formats as well as through a script and transcripts.
Joseph Dashiell Invoice Book
by Dashiell, Joseph (1769 – 1831)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Joseph Dashiell Invoice Book contains a detailed index that details purchases from various merchants, as well as deeds, patents, warrants, and plants, in the 18th and 19th centuries, Worcester County, Maryland.
Joseph Haddaway Layton collection
by Unknown (circa 1942, 1944)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Joseph Haddaway Layton collection contains two miniature booklets on the military missions given to the Third Armored Division during the Ruhr Valley operations against Nazi Germany in the latter part of 1944. The books were issued to Colonel Layton, who was attached to the Third Armored on March 24, 1942.
Joseph Hopwood collection
by Hopwood, Joseph E. (1993)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Joseph Hopwood collection contains an authored work by Joseph E. Hopwood titled "A Note on the Socio-Cultural History of the Black Communities of Wetipquin and Tyaskin."
Joseph L. Bailey papers
by Bailey, Joseph (1859 – 1990)
22 boxes (30 linear feet)
This collection primarily consists of case documents, business correspondences, and personal correspondences. Within the case documents are Deeds, Wills, Inventory, Mortgages, and Accounts. There are also objects from beyond 1939 that either belonged to Esther Bailey or one of Joseph's nephews. The collection also consists of postcards, greeting cards, photographs, and newspaper articles.
Joseph Long Papers
by Long, Joseph L. (1937 – 2005)
8 cartons, 3 oversize boxes (11.25 linear feet)
Joe Long was an American athlete, soldier, railroad worker, and politician born in 1921 in Delmar, Maryland. The Joe Long collection contains material compiled by Joe Long and his wife Mabel, who acted his campaign manager during campaigns. Materials included are newspapers, government bills, speeches, cards, letters, books, scrapbooks, and photographs compiled and saved by the Longs since the late 1930's.
Joseph Moore collection
by Moore, Joseph (1849, 2006)
10 boxes, 1 oversize folder (13 linear feet)
Joseph Moore, a Berlin, Worcester County, Maryland attorney, devoted the better part of 20-plus years to researching and writing on the trial and outcome of the murder of Green Davis and his family by Euel Lee aka Orphan Jones, 1863-2006. The series of documents culminated in the publication, “Murder on Maryland’s Eastern Shore: Race, politics, and the Case of Orphan Jones”. Records document the proceedings of the events surrounding the Davis family murders. Presentments and court materials by Lee’s attorney Bernard Ades with corresponding newspaper accounts reflect the legal proceedings of confessed murderer Euel Lee / Orphan Jones, and his ultimate death by lynching in the Baltimore County Jail, 1933. Records within this set also reflect Moore’s vested interest in Worcester County history, including the Henry and Dirickson families, as well as the Civil War, specifically Purnell’s Legion, and the freedmen of color who served for the Union and Confederate Armies. Photostatic copies of manumissions, and general enrollment records for the duration of the war, as well as an original receipt for enslaved persons in 1863, reveal Moore’s commitment to Worcester County, Maryland.
Joseph Phillips collection
by Phillips, Joseph (1839 – 1907)
12 folders (0.12 linear feet)
This genealogical collection includes the Phillips family papers along with a small portion of material dealing with area life such as a Pennsylvania Railroad Timetable. Also includes a photocopy of the farming and business account ledger of the family from Hebron, Maryland, 1920-1929.
Joseph Proffitt collection
by Unknown (circa 1944)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Joseph Proffitt collection contains World War II memorabilia. Included are maps of the European theaters and of the Normandy landings, as well as an issue of the Stars and Stripes military magazine including the declaration of the Normandy invasion.
Joseph S. Culver collection
by Unknown (circa 1925)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Joseph S. Culver collection contains a copy of his obituary from the Salisbury Times, and a four-page copy of his pension records from his service in the Civil War.
Joseph Shores Collection
by Shores, Joseph (1521 – 1999)
5 boxes (2 linear feet)
In 2009, Joseph Shores collected material relating to the family history of a large number of families living on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. While the collection primarily consists of handwritten notes, there are also family trees, official documents, tax records, marriage records, censuses, correspondences, maps, and military records. Also included are research papers, a Historical American Buildings Survey Inventory, currency collections, a Somerset County Historical Society correspondence, and other miscellaneous items. All are reproductions.
Joseph Townsend papers
by Townsend, Joseph (1893 – 1917)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Joseph Townsend papers document the family activities of the Townsend family in Accomack County, Virginia. Documenting materials comprise of correspondence from Joseph Townsend to his daughter Mary in 1917, as well the will of James D. Baker bequeathing items and property to several Townsend family members, 1893-95.
Josiah Campbell Collection
by Campbell, Josiah (1810 – 1885)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Josiah Campbell Collection contains an autobiography of Josiah Campbell (1810-1899). Campbell describes growing up in Delaware, moving to Ohio and starting his business ventures. He also credits the Methodist church with saving his marriage and strengthening his resolve. The end of the autobiography contains a genealogical family tree of the Campbell family.
Journeys Though North America Textbook record
by Blood, Pearle (1949)
folders (0.02 linear feet)
The collection includes a textbook, Journeys Through North America, Our World Today, by Stull and Hatch.
Judge Lloyd Simpkins collection
by Simpkins, Lloyd (1524 – 1774)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Judge Lloyd Simpkins Collection contains a copy of the Captain John Smith map of the Chesapeake Bay in the early 1600s. Also included are two essays written by Judge Lloyd Simpkins. One is titled "Lower Delmarva's First Explorer" which discusses Captain John Smith, and "Somerset County 1500-1700", which discusses the history of Somerset County from 1524 to 1774.
Judy Brittingham collection
by Brittingham, Judy (1930 – 1970)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
The collection of Judy Brittingham contains a series of objects and manuscript records including a granite hitching post from Cherry Hill with the initials ‘L.W.G’ carved at the top, a large wood trunk belonging to the Graham family, Two black and white photos of downtown Salisbury and a small one of a woman. This collection contains a Wicomico Historical Society exhibit folder which contains colored photos, two brochures, four newspaper articles, four thank-you cards/email, and one ‘Wicomico Recollections’ local newsletter addressed to Mr. and Mrs. John Brittingham. This collection goes on to include genealogy material of the Gunby and Graham families such as photocopied photographs of 1800’s family members, family trees, printed-out pages of endless research links with the Graham and Gunby families, newspaper clippings from 1972 celebrating 100 years of the Gunby business being around in Salisbury, printed or copied letters of family members writing to each other such as John Gunby writing to his father and even that of letters written on hotel paper by L.W. Gunby himself in the 1930s. Finally this collection includes a mass of newspaper clippings of events such as shootings, car accidents, and it also has many obituaries and wedding notices.
June Pettit collection
by Pettit, June (1877 – 1991)
1 box, 1 folder (3 linear feet)
The June Pettit collection documents the history of and hunting of wildfowl in Worcester County, Maryland through deeds, hunting licenses, photographs and film, offering insight into a century of life on Chincoteague Bay.
Junior Board Follies newsletter
by Cargill, Jerome H. (1962)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a copy of the Junior Board Follies of 1962 documenting the activities of the organization.
K. King Burnett papers
by Burnett, K. King (1894 – 2014)
22 cartons, 2 boxes (23 linear feet)
The K. King Burnett papers encompass the executive activities and operations of numerous environmental organizations. These documents reflect the impact that preservation regulations had on the Delmarva Peninsula specifically, Wicomico and Worcester counties as it evolved from 1960 - 2014, and the entirety of the papers span from as early as 1894 - 2014. Burnett served as a legal advisor for these organizations. His papers contain numerous board of director reports which reflect by-law drafts and final copies, logistics proceedings regarding agency consolidation, and documents entailing litigation representation including the enforcement of environmental regulations. Organizations of note include Committee to Preserve Assateague Island, Wicomico Planning, Zoning, and Development Committee, and Greater Salisbury Committee.
Kamanitz's Central Drugs of Salisbury postcards
by Kamanitz, Irvin (1945 – 1987)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
This collection consists of approximately 200 postcards that were sold in Irvin Kamanitz's Central Drugs in downtown Salisbury, Maryland. While most of the postcards are black and white and from the 1950s, there are some from the 1940s and up to the 1980s (several in color). There are 2-3 copies of each postcard, which depict scenes around Salisbury and across the Delmarva Peninsula.
Kathryn Adkins Collection
by Kathryn Adkins (1905 – 1985)
1 box (1.1 linear feet)
This collection contains documents from Adkins Lumber Company and its founding family members as well as books, photographs, and newspapers from their involvement in various Maryland politics and urban development projects from 1905 to 1986. Also included are maps and booklets from Samuel F. Adkins’ time in World War 1.
Kathy Hearne collection
by Unknown (Undated)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
This small collection dating from 1825 to 1907 is comprised of indentures and deeds relating to properties in the area of Philadelphia, PA known as Germantown. The collection also contains one photocopy of a will from 1702.
Kay Scarborough Collection
by Scarborough, Kay (1742 – 1950)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
The Kay Scarborough Collection covers genealogy and history of several families. These families are the West, Haworth, and Scarborough families. Within, there are details of when people were born, died, and who their children were. There is a detailed description of Quaker life, and how the Scarborough family knew William Pen. There is also a section regarding agricultural slave labor in Worcester Country, Maryland.
Keiford O. Jackson collection
by Unknown (circa 1860)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Keiford O. Jackson collection contains 19th Century portraits of Keiford O. Jackson's ancestors. On the back of each portrait is a miniature biography.
Kent Griffith Collection
by Griffith, Kent (1868 – 1998)
6 cartons, 5 oversize folders (10.5 linear feet)
The Kent Griffith Collection consists of extensive documentation of railways on and near Delmarva, including (but not limited to) the Eastern Shore Railroad, Pennsylvania Railroad, and New York, Pennsylvania, and Norfolk Railroad from the 1800s to the 1990s. While the collection includes Griffith's research notes and correspondence, as well as photographs he took and collected, the railroad memorabilia that Griffith collected was thorough and diverse. These documents include pass cards, time tables, employee timebooks, papers from a railroad employee TC Hurst, a scrapbook with hundreds of early 20th century Pennsylvania Railroad technical and safety memos, shipping and freight tags and receipts, detailed track charts and maps, and more.
Kerr Inventory
by Unknown (1981)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection is comprised of an inventory of the Kerr Place, an 1800 Federal style historic home located on Virginia's Eastern Shore in Onancock, Virginia.
Keystone View Company Stereopticon collection
by Keystone View Company (1900 – 1935)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
Keystone View Company Stereopticon collection documents scenes from countries around the world from 1900-1935. Stereopticon cards document scenes such as the Great Sphinx, castles in Germany, and street scenes in the United States as well as natural wonders such as the Matterhorn, the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone National Park.
Kirkland Hall collection
by Hall, Kirkland (1940 – 2010s)
1 folder (0 linear feet)
This 58-image digital collection was created by Dr. Kirkland Hall and primarily documents the Negro League team, Oaksville Eagles, located near Princess Anne, Maryland. Included are photographs, newspaper clippings, and other documents related to the team, other Negro League teams and players, and the Oaksville baseball field.
Kiwanis Club of Salisbury records
by Kiwanis Club (1943)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Kiwanis Club of Salisbury, Maryland records documents the work of the Kiwanis club. The materials document the Pearl Harbor commemoration program held December 7, 1943. The program list the names of Salisbury residents serving in both the Military and Civilian war services.
Knights Templar film collection
by Unknown (1927)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
16 mm film and digitized copy featuring the Knights Templar of Salisbury, Maryland; the film documents the organizations activities including parades and golf outings. Also documented on the film is a Salisbury Main Street parade and a Salisbury vs. Cambridge baseball game.
Knode Family Photograph Collection
by Unknown (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains duplicates of photographs pertaining to the French family and their farm, later called Poplar Hill Labor Release House.
L. H.Garfield Letter
by Weed, T. J. (April 1, 1920)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The L. H.Garfield Letter contains a communique of recommendation written by Captain T.J. Weed commending the service and character of Sergeant L.H. Garfield, April 1, 1920.
L. Thomas Parker collection
by Parker, Thomas L. (1922)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The L. Thomas Parker collection contains the correspondence of Thomas Parker in 1922 when he was a member of the Maryland General Assembly. The majority of the letters were written by Salisbury residents and the topics range from conditions of colored schools, taxes, race track gambling and labor laws. Correspondents include the Salisbury Community League, Bethesda Methodist Protestant Church, Maryland Dept. of Education, Vermont Board of Charities and Probation, and The Jackson & Gutman Co (manufacturers of the Salisbury Shirts).
L.Q. Powell collection
by Unknown (1724 – 1976)
2 boxes (3 linear feet)
The L.Q. Powell collection contains early legal and political records pertaining to Somerset County, Maryland including tax lists, voters list, and court records as well as certificates for elections of Judge, Sheriff, and Surveyor. It details church activities through parish records, cemetery records and individual accounts of churches. One series is dedicated to genealogical histories of several families including the Powell family. Of interest to researchers may be the Civil War and Free Colored population materials in the final series.
L.Q. Powell Store photograph
by Unknown (circa 1900)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Sepia-toned photographic print of a retail store interior which features women and men in the foreground surrounded by goods that are to be sold. Types of goods visible include carpets, fabrics, shoes and hats. Retail ledgers are visible in the middleground adjacent to signage that reads, "Sweet Orr & Co., Overalls, Best in the World."
L.W. Gunby papers
by Gunby, L.W. (1845 – 1991)
7 cartons, 2 oversize boxes (9.5 linear feet)
The L.W. Gunby papers consist of the personal papers of L.W. Gunby and of his family and of the records of his businesses on the Delmarva Peninsula from 1845 to 1991. The collection contains financial ledgers and hundreds of letters, deeds, mortgages, stock certificates and tax returns, offering insight into a century of economic life on the Delmarva Peninsula. It includes the testimonial of Rev. George Handy Wailes on the occasion of Gunby’s selection as Salisbury’s Man of the Year in 1936. Wailes, the Visiting Professor of Hebrew at Princeton Theological Seminary, honors Gunby’s business and civic contributions to the city of Salisbury. The collection also includes a scrapbook commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Gunby’s Hardware in 1972.
Lady's Circle Patchwork Magazine
by Lopez Publication (1981 – 1982)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a single issue of the Lady's Circle Patchwork Quilt Magazine from winter 1981-1982. The magazine focuses on Maryland flag-oriented patchworks.
Laird and Turner Marriage Certificate
by Unknown (January 28, 1918)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Laird and Turner Marriage Certificate contains the marriage certificate of Crisfield, Maryland residents Charles T. Laird and Mayme Turner for January 28, 1918.
Lambeth Palace Archive Transcripts collection
by Unknown (1696 – 1750)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains incomplete Anglican records pertaining to Somerset County, Maryland found in the Lambeth Palace Archives located in London, England. The records span from 1696 to 1750 and include information regarding business with Coventry Parish and other parishioners. The records appear to have been collected by Kathy McIntyre.
Land Deed, Joshua J. and Mary Margret Shockley
by Stockley, Joshua J.; Stockley, Mary Margret (1903)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Joshua J. and Mary Margret Shockley deed documents the transfer of their property in Worcester County, Maryland to their son Joshua J. Shockley in 1903.
Land Patent, Gray's Woodyard
by Unknown (1743)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Land Patent for Gray's Woodyard in Worcester County, Maryland dated October 10, 1743. The land was purchased near St. Martin's river by Joseph Gray from Joseph Scroggin and was located adjacent to James Stephen Bridell's plantation.
Land Patent, Middle Plantation
by Unknown (1734)
1 oversize folder (1.25 linear feet)
This land patent is for "Middle Plantation" which was granted to John Anderson of Dorchester County, Maryland in 1734.
Land Patent, The Neighborhood
by Unknown (1756)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
1756 Land patent documenting the transaction of land for 913 acres known as The Neighborhood, located in Somerset County, Maryland, on the southeast side of the Nanticoke River and bounded on the North side of Baron Creek. The patent notes the exchange of land from John Huffington to his son upon his death, to his son, W. John Huffington.
Land Patent, William Bradly
by Unknown (May 21, 1754)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
The collection consists of a land patent for a 10-acre lot in Dorchester County, Maryland from Henry Ennalls Junior to William Bradly, dated May 21, 1754, and signed by Governor Horatio Sharpe.
Land Survey, Salisbury, Maryland
by Holloway, J. Asbury (1821)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Report of a survey laying out the town of Salisbury, Maryland, in Somerset and Worcester Counties, May 10,1821. The plat of land reported, was for the land known as Morris Land near Collins' Wharf on the Wicomico Creek.
Langrall Family papers
by Langrall, H.O. (1921 – 1972)
2 folders, 1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
This collection includes items collected from the Langrall family and given to Dean Langrall from his father, H. O. Langrall, Jr. when the store closed, dating from 1938 to 1972. The collection comprises of the scripts from the WSAL Radio Station where the broadcaster gives a five-minute advertisement for H. O. Langrall Furniture Co. There are also several copies of a receipt showing Mr. Langrall's purchase of these advertisement slots, as well as one newspaper ad for his furniture. Also included are newspaper articles, a marriage certificate for Hubert Orland Langrall, Sr. and Monnie Mae Langrall, 1923, a scrapbook of H.O Langrall Jr's experience in World War Two, and a Sunday school promotional certificate from Asbury Methodist Episcopal Church.
Lankford Family papers
by Lankford, Benjamin; Lankford, Scott, and Porter families (1683 – 1975)
10 boxes, 1 oversize box (7.75 linear feet)
The Lankford Family Papers document the Somerset County, Maryland family's activities through extensive correspondence, land records, photographs, newspaper clippings, genealogical notes, and other materials. While the collection dates between 1683 and 1975, the majority dates between 1812 and 1897. Much of the correspondence revolves around Benjamin Lankford (1798-1886), who served in the Maryland General Assembly between the 1840s and 1870s, as well as his wife, Susan, and her sister Mary Jane Guillet. The correspondence in the collection is described at the item level.
Lankford Family photographs
by Lankford, Scott, and Porter families (1860 – 1947)
2 boxes (1 linear feet)
The Lankford family photographs documents the lives and marital relationships of the Lankford, Porter, Scott, and Hayward families from 1860 to 1947. The photographs focus mainly on the Lankford family of Princess Anne, Maryland, particularly Dr. Henry “Harry” Marshall Lankford. Photographs within the collection include cabinet cards, tintypes, and gelatin silver prints. Diary transcriptions from Ida Marshall Lankford provide insight into her life while living at Beckford Manor in 1894.
Larry Walton of Vision Forestry Collection
by Unknown (2000s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an audio tape of an interview with Larry Walton on subjects relating to a forest and forest conservation in general. The title of the audio tape is "Interview with Larry Walton of Vision Forestry".
Laura C. Redden collection
by Glyndon, Howard (circa 1995)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Laura C. Redden collection contains an autobiography for Laura C. Redden (1839-1923). The autobiography was written by her under the pseudonym of Howard Glyndon and was edited by Judy Jaeger Jones. The original was published circa 1870, but a 1995 edition added an introduction and underwent a process of revision. Redden was born in Somerset County, Maryland. The map entitled "The Power of Place", details Redden's journeys around the United States. The map was created in 1995 as part of the Minnesota Women's History Month proceedings.
Laura J. Weldon paper
by Weldon, Laura J. (2012)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Two copies of the genealogical research project "To Chart Her Own Course: Mary Dennis Whittington Purnell and Free Black Women of Antebellum Maryland" written by Laura J. Weldon of the Dorchester County Historical Society.
Laurel (Del.) Sesqui-Centennial Booklet
by Unknown (1952)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Laurel Sesqui-Centennial Booklet contains a published work titled "Sesqui-Centennial of Laurel, Delaware, 1802-1952". The book contains advertisements from local companies and small businesses, brief articles on the history of various cultures, religious movements, and maritime economy in the town of Laurel, Delaware.
Laurel Historical Society calendar
by Unknown (1997)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Laurel Historical Society Calendar contains a 1997 limited edition calendar from the Laurel Historical Society of Laurel, Delaware. The calendar contains photographs of various local docks and marinas, as well as historically significant ships.
Lawrence Webster Bates Methodist Protestant Church Scrapbook Collection
by Bates, Lawrence Webster (1847, 1896)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains photocopies of a scrapbook consisting mainly of clippings from newspapers concerning or by Reverend Lawrence Webster Bates and the Methodist Protestant Church.
Laws and Hastings Families Photographs
by Hastings, Elmer F.; Laws, Agnes B. (1850, 1970)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The photographs of the Laws and Hastings collection portrays an extensive family lineage of the Laws, Hastings, and Holland families of Parsonsburg and Ocean City, Maryland from 1850s and 1970s. Photographs include family portraits, individual portraits, group photos, and the family business enterprises, such as Hastings Hatchery and the family farm. These photographs were acquired over the course of several decades by granddaughters Sandra Anderson and Marlene Mumford.
Laws Family Cemetery Collection
by Engle, Margaret; Laws, Victor (March 30, 2004)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Laws Family Cemetery Collection contains a map of the Laws family cemetery. The map details what is written on each tombstone, and where they are placed in relation to each other. This map was created by Victor Laws and Margaret Engle in 2004.
Laws Family Collection
by Unknown (1625 – 1960)
4 folders, 1 oversize folder (2.54 linear feet)
The Laws Family collection contains genealogical information on the Laws Family. There are genealogical descriptions of Laws family members, with a birth, death, and marriage date. There are also bibliographic information for some of the more prominent family members. There are also photographs of family members, and the places they lived. The majority of the Laws family members on the Eastern Shore lived in Accomack County, Virginia, Somerset, Worcester, and Wicomico County, Maryland. There is also a Daughters of the Revolution application within for Mary Balle Hastings Holland, who descended from William Laws (1753-1831).
Lawson, Bennett, and Bethard Families Collection
by Unknown (1920 – 1950)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Lawson, Bennett, and Bethard Collection contains photographs of the Lawson, Bennett, and Bethard family members. Most of the photographs do have labels of the people who appear within it. Contained within also includes military photographs of family members. Most of the photographs are from the 1920s-1950s. There is also a family tree for Robert Dale Ellis.
Layfield Family papers
by Layfield Family (1925 – 1926)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Layfield Papers contain letters and postcards to and from Layfield family members. Most of the documents are addressed to Dorothy Layfield, and discuss personal topics such as life in other areas, and inquiring about Salisbury, Maryland.
Lazarus Cottman and James Dickenson Papers
by Steurus, T. B. (March 31, 1864)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Lazarus Cottman and James Dickenson Papers contain original 1864 manuscripts. T.B. Steurus was a Recruiting Officer for the United States Military Service, and was recruiting Lazarus Cottman, James Dickernson's slave.
League of Women Voters, Mid-Shore records
by League of Women Voters, Mid-Shore (1971 – 2015)
9 cartons, 1 oversize box (10 linear feet)
The League of Women Voters, Mid-Shore records documents the development thereof and corresponding activities of the non-partisan, multi-issue organization of Talbot, Dorchester and Caroline counties, 1971-2015. Records focus on the non-partisan education of the communities served through research, voter education and candidate forums, as well as the publication of the Voters’ Guide. Additionally, administrative files collectively document the League’s organizational practices through meeting minutes, correspondence, membership records and program plans.
Ledger of Catherine Hudson
by Hudson, Catherine (circa 1942)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a ledger owned by Catherine D. W. Hudson of Bishopville, Maryland. The ledger includes travel expenses from Allen, Maryland to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania as well as automobile expenses, and expense monies.
Ledger of Larner T. McLain
by McLain, Larner (1912 – 1926)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
The ledger of Larner T. McLain's shipping business in Whitehaven, Maryland, documents work performed with sailboats in addition to the seasonal oyster business on the Chesapeake Bay from September 1912 - October 1926. Beginning in September 1919, accounts are listed from Standard Oil Company, documenting the transition from wind/sail power to gasoline power.
Ledger of Levin James Wilson
by Wilson, Levin (1880 – 1882)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a store ledger documenting the merchant activities of Princess Anne, Maryland store owner, Levin James Wilson from 1880-1882.
Ledger of Packers Ice & Cold Storage Company
by Packers Ice & Cold Storage Company (1950 – 1951)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Packers Ice & Cold Storage Comapny Ledger, 1950-1951 documenting the sale of seafod including oysters, shrimp, crabs and fish. Noted on each page is the person or company whom purchased the seafood, date and thier geographic location.
Ledger of Shipping Merchant Robert Peacock
by Peacock, Robert (1766 – 1778)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The ledger of shipping merchant, Robert Peacock documents the merchant voyages he invested in as well as the goods he traded and sold at his store in Oxford, Maryland, 1766-1778. Peacock had a pension for luxury wares including silver pieces, silk stockings, fabrics, wine, and rum; as noted in the ledger on multiple occasions, Peacock dealt in the trade of human cargo. On page 19, Peacock signs his own name, beneath the credit balance. At the back of the ledger are 29 pages of handwritten notations on the life of George Washington, from John Marshall's, "The Life of George Washington".
Ledger of the County Commissioner of Wicomico County
by Wicomico County Office of County Commissioner (1921 – 1927)
1 oversize box (0.25 linear feet)
This ledger was maintained by the County Commissioner of Wicomico County, Maryland from 1921 to 1927. It documents the county's daily distribution of funds to individuals, corporations, and other government agencies. Also listed are purposes for disbursement. The ledger was maintained by the Clerk and Treasurer who, at the time, was Harry Dennis.
Ledger of the Crisfield Customs House
by United States Customs House (1889 – 1904)
1 oversize box (2 linear feet)
The Ledger of the Crisfield Customs House documents the licenses to enrolled vessels in the Eastern Maryland District for carrying on "coasting trade," 1889-1904. Specifically, the ledger notes the date of enrollment, where the license was granted, the type of, and the name of the sailing vessel.
Ledger of the Ladies Aid Program
by Unknown (1923 – 1926)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains the original and photocopied versions of the ledger covering the “Ladies’ Aid Program” from 1923-1926. It was headed by Mrs. George Todd as President.
Ledger of the Order of the Eastern Star, Wicomico County
by Order of the Eastern Star (1951, 1955)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Order of the Eastern Star, Wicomico County, Maryland ledger documents the social organization's meeting minutes, roster, as well as reports from the auditing committee and certificates of resolution, 1951-1955.
Ledger of the Salisbury Home for the Aged
by Salisbury Home for the Aged (1903 – 1907)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Accounting ledger from Board of Lady Managers from the Salisbury Home for the Aged that documents the contributions, memberships, and treasurers report from 1903-1907.
Ledger of the Sussex Co., Del. Almshouse
by Unknown (1904 – 1907)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
Sussex Co., Delaware Almshouse ledger documents goods including tobacco, clothing, blankets, and food purchased by the almshouse (poorhouse) overseer for the pauper(s) who were placed in the poorhouse, 1904-1907. In addition to the goods purchased by the county, this ledger notes the names and dates of the pauper's receiving goods and services by the almshouse.
Ledger of the Sussex Co., Del. Almshouse
by Unknown (1898 – 1904)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
Sussex Co., Delaware Almshouse ledger documents goods including tobacco, clothing, blankets and food purchased by the almshouse (poorhouse) overseer for the pauper(s) who were placed in the poorhouse, 1898-1904.
Ledger of Waller and Phillips Manufactures
by Waller and Philips Manufactures (1933 – 1940)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
Ledger of Waller and Philips Manufactures and Wholesale Dealers in Mine Props, Piling and Lumber, Salisbury, Md. 1933-1940. Also includes insurance policies for Waller Paving Company, Incorporated.
Ledger of William Hearn
by Hearn, William (circa 1685)
1 folder (0.03 linear feet)
This collection contains photocopies of the William Hearn ledger circa 1685 of his merchant activities from London to the Chesapeake colonies.
Ledger of Wye Mills
by Unknown (1853)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
Wye Mills Ledger, January-November 1853. The Wye Mills Ledger details the transactions of the grist mill with customers. The mill ran a general store as well as processed grains for sale. Also included in the ledger are agricultural articles, and a written list of English kings, ending with Queen Victoria I.
Ledgers of William F. Robinson
by Robinson, William (1847 – 1872)
1 oversize box (2.5 linear feet)
Two ledgers documenting the transactions between William F. Robinson, a bootmaker and his customers. The first ledger documents transactions during Robinson's time in Dorchester County, Maryland, 1847-1854 and the second also documents business transactions in Seaford, Sussex County, Delaware, 1868-1872. The transcribed version of the ledgers is attached.
Lemmon Hill Letter
by Hammond, Katie; Young, Mary (September 21, 1770)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Lemmon Hill Letter is a short 1770 letter written by Mary Young and Katie Hammond. They are writing to their Aunt Annie F. Williams, and want her to accept a basket of grapes.
Lenora C. Betts stock certificates
by Unknown (1910 – 1919)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection contains six stock certificates held by Lenora C. Betts dating between 1910 and 1919. Companies include the Peninsula Produce Exchange, Peninsula Trust Company, Salisbury Marine Construction Company, and the Peninsula Rapid Transit Company.
Leonard Garigliano collection
by Garigliano, Leonard J. (2000 – 2013)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains articles written on Albert Laws and the appraisement information provided to the Center by Leonard Garigliano along with his notes on the condition of all of the items in the Albert Laws Collection.
Leroy Williams papers
by Hall, H. L. (1954)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Correspondence from Col. H.L. Hall and the United States Army Finance Center requesting Leroy Williams, a Georgetown, Delaware resident to return an overpayment to the United States Army.
Leslie Dryden papers
by Dryden, Henry; Dryden, Leslie (1931 – 1992)
2 cartons, 1 box (2.25 linear feet)
The papers of Leslie Dryden document his and Henry Francis Dryden’s extensive genealogical research on the Dryden, Adkins, and Fleming families from 1931-1992, with the bulk of the materials from 1932-1945. Materials include correspondence from Henry Francis and Leslie to relatives to glean family history as well as corresponding genealogical research, Eastern Shore newsletters, and Henry Francis’ manuscript of his family genealogy.
Lester Laws papers
by Laws, Lester (1816 – 1994)
6 cartons, 3 oversize folders (10.5 linear feet)
The Lester Laws papers consist of the records of Laws Construction Company and of the personal papers of Lester Laws and of his family from 1816 to 1994. The collection contains advertising, photographs, financial ledgers, correspondence, receipts and blueprints offering insight into the development of the infrastructure of the Delmarva Peninsula between 1920 and 1959. The company records include dozens of advertisements for construction equipment, tools and building materials and photographs of construction projects in progress. The collection also includes Lester Laws’ genealogy notes, and the personal papers of his daughter, Helen Laws Pomar. Pomar attended Salisbury State Teachers College, now Salisbury University, and served in the U.S. Army during the Second World War. Her college score reports, military manuals, and copies of a post-newspaper from Camp White, Oregon, provide a glimpse into the educational and military experience of women in the 1930s and 1940s.
Letter from R.E. Powell Company to Ida Dixon
by R. E. Powell & Co. (1949)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This letter, dated September 29, 1949, was sent from Marian E. Powell, President of the R.E. Powell Company, to Ida Dixon of Salisbury, Maryland. In the letter, Powell thanks Dixon for loaning an antique dress, which is now part of the Nabb Research Center artifacts.
Levin and Alys Handy ration book
by Handy, Alys; Handy, Levin (1944)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Levin and Alys Handy ration book documents a couple in their fifties rationing during World War II in Salisbury, Maryland. Documenting materials include the ration book (1944) and photocopies of the pages.
Levin H. Campbell Family papers
by Campbell, Levin H.; Campbell, Zacharias (1777 – 2002)
6 boxes, 2 oversize folders (5.75 linear feet)
The papers of the Levin H. Campbell family document the extensive family lineage of the Campbell, Hicks, Hooper, Goldsborough, Denwood, and Hollyday families of Dorchester and Talbot counties, Maryland. Records include handwritten family histories, newspaper clippings and comprehensive biographical information, original and facsimile, were acquired over the course of several decades by Hon. Levin H. Campbell, a direct descendent of Zacharias Campbell and date from 1777-2002. Of note, is a vital records diary begun in 1844 by Levin Hicks Campbell (1820-1868), which was maintained by family members through the 1940s. The diary also includes pages from the Campbell family Bible, and notes histories of Zacharias and his son, Levin.
Levin S. and Mary Melson papers
by Melson Family (1688 – 1890)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Series of land deeds, including a plat and patent for land in Somerset and Worcester Counties for the Melson family including the deed of land adjacent to the Melson property in Bishopville from Joseph Cary to Thomas A.J. Holloway and the land deed from Levin and Mary Melson to Ezekiel A. Melson. Also included is a land plat with a detailed drawing from the L.S. Melson and Brothers to James and Isabell Bishop, and the stock certificate of Levin Melson's purchase of Prohibition Camp Meeting Association for thirty shares of capital stock. Outside of the Melson family and included with the records is the Walter Lane land patent from Somerset County, 1688.
Levin Saunders Short Family Collection
by Unknown (1880 – 1950)
1 folder, 1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
This collection contains several late 19th to the early 20th century photographs of the Short Family. Included are Dr. Levin Causey, Levin Sanders Short, Lillian White Short, Cannon R. Short, Jennie White and Leah Jane Causey Short, all ancestors of Elizabeth Cissel. Also included is an obituary for Levin Short, news clipping regarding the 8th annual Short family gathering in 1939 and a US Army honorable discharge for Charles E. White, brother of Lillian White Short.
Liberty Hall Essay collection
by Wolfe, Elizabeth (1948 – 1956)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an essay on the construction and history of Liberty Hall in Westover, Maryland. The essay appears to have been written during Colonel Ernest L. McLendon's ownership of the Hall from 1948 to 1956.
Lieutenant Allan Morton Thomas Jr. Letters
by Thomas Jr., Allan Morton (1942, 1945)
folders ( linear feet)
The Lieutenant Allan Morton Thomas Jr. Letters consists of letters and personal correspondence from Lieutenant Allan Morton Thomas Jr., USNR. to his wife Georgia E. Thomas from 1942 to 1945. Thomas Jr. was a Lieutenant on LCI(L) - 225 in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Thomas Jr. wrote about his life aboard the ship in the censored locations of the Pacific Theater. Several letters have missing pages and some lines are censored by the U.S. Navy. At the time, Thomas Jr.’s wife Georgia E. Thomas and daughter Margaret Anne, lived primarily in Bethesda, Maryland, and Minneapolis, Minnesota. The transcription of the letters is attached. The digital reproductions of the letters include telegrams, pictures, and newspaper clippings.
Life Saving Station Building Plan Collection
by Tolman, George R. (circa 1893)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains building plans dated 1893 of a life saving station. The life saving station depicted is currently unknown. The architect is George R. Tolman.
Lift Every Voice Project
by Wicomico Public Libraries (circa 2020)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
The "Lift Every Voice" project was aimed to engage local teens with older local members of the African American community who could provide memories and recollections of race relations and racial injustice in Salisbury and Delmarva. Along with these interviews, participating teens would meet in a community poetry workshop to create a community poem from the content of their interviews.
Lillian A. Jones diploma
by Maryland State Normal School (June 13, 1907)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Paper diploma issued to Lillian Augusta Jones, June 13, 1907, from the Maryland State Normal School.
Linchester Mill Stringboard Ship Etching Photograph
by Unknown (1974)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a 1974 photograph of a stringboard in the stairway in Linchester Mill, Caroline County, Maryland and depicts a ship drawn in wood.
Linda Duyer African-American History Collection
by Duyer, Linda (1879 – 1999)
3 boxes, 1 oversize box (4.25 linear feet)
This collection contains photos, documents, newspaper articles, and publications related to African American history on Delmarva, particularly in Salisbury and Wicomico County. It includes genealogical research, research related to Harriet Tubman, the Underground Railroad, and documents related to Charles H. Chipman.
Linda Louise Rogers Hamlet collection
by Hamlet, Linda (1957 – 1995)
8 boxes (8 linear feet)
This collection contains the research of family histories in the Delmarva area by Linda Louise Rogers Hamlet. The research consists of photocopied deeds, wills, and indentures; written research from various historical/archival societies; Bible records; newspaper clipping from several local newspapers and photographs. This collection also contains personal artifacts from Louise Rogers Hamlet, including correspondence, birth records, personal achievements, and marriage records.
Lions Club Collection
by Owen, Grover C. (1947 – 1959)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains a series of photographs of the Lions Club and its members. Some of the pictures are of members, others are of events, one of which took place at Princess Anne Elementary. There are two photographs that do not directly correspond to the Lions Club group, one is of a store front with three men standing on the porch, and the other is of a school class. In addition, there is a newspaper article about the awarding of a plaque to previous Lions Club presidents as well as a notice of the annual Lions Black Out Minstrel Show. There is also a clip from the "County Officer Magazine" with a message from the President of National Association of County Officials.
Little Journeys publication collection
by Eastern Shore Publishing Company (1926,1928)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains Little Journeys publications documenting Kent County, Washington College, Sharptown, and churches of the Eastern Shore and Delmarva, June 1926 and July 1928.
Littleton Dennis Teackle Diary
by Teackle, Littleton Dennis (1799 – 1800)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains the "Travel Diaries of Littleton Dennis Teackle". The diaries were photocopied page by page and cover March through May of 1799. It is assumed to be one volume of a multi-volume work, as the entire work is indicated as having ended on January 1800. This particular volume covers Teackle's voyage from Philadelphia to London, England, and from there a tour encompassing much of rural England, Scotland, and his return trip to New York and finally in Virginia.
Live Stock and Chickens scrapbook
by Unknown (1899 – 1912)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
The Live Stock and Chickens scrapbook documents the poultry and cattle industry from 1899-1912 through a series of newspaper clippings from the American Agriculturalist, the Country Gentlemen, and the Practical Farmer as well as series of U.S. Department of Agriculture pamphlets on poultry management, ducks and geese, breeds of dairy cattle, and turkeys.
Local Cookbook collection
by Lynne, Sara (1951 – 1985)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains two cookbooks that contain local recipes produced by the Wicomico Garden Club and the Christ United Methodist Church located in Upper Fairmount, Maryland.
Local Political Ephemera
by Democratic State Central Committee; Hannon, Patrick J. (1931 – 2001)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains political ephemera from Wicomico County and the state of Maryland ranging from 1931 to 2001. Materials about candidates are documented via pamphlets and correspondence. There are two issues of Nutters Nuggets and a pamphlet about the downtown plaza in Salisbury.
Long Family Genealogy
by Long, Raymond (2013)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a GED file housed on a thumb drive containing genealogical information on the Long family compiled by Raymond Long.
Long Hill Architectural Drawings
by Office of Archeology and Historic Preservation Heritage Conversation and Recreation Service (1981)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
This collection contains a nine-page architectural drawing package of the historic house "Long Hill," located on Wetipquin Ferry Road in Wicomico County, Maryland. Drawn in 1981 by Robert Meden and Linda White of the Office of Archeology and Historic Preservation Heritage Conversation and Recreation Service.
Long Hill Historic Home Collection
by Dianich, Jacqueline F.; Furbush, Mary Rhea (1950 – 1985)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This small collection contains miscellaneous material on the Long Hill Historic Home located in Wetipquin, Maryland.
Louis F. Collins papers
by Collins, Louis F. (1942 – 1960)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
Louis F. Collins papers document his life while serving in the United States Army with the material dating from 1942-1960 with the bulk of the material dating from 1942-1946. Also, included in this collection, are certificates and diplomas from Louis and his wife Irene relating to education, will, and financial records from their life in Powellville, Wicomico County, Maryland.
Louis Griffin Collection
by Griffin, Louis (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a hand written copy and typed transcription of two manuscripts entitled "Whitehaven: The way it was told to me and the way I experienced it" and "Memories of Previous Eras" by Louis Griffin.
Louis J. Smith collection
by Unknown (1865, 1902-1922)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Louis J. Smith collection contains photocopies of Louis Smith's military records including promotion, discharge, pension, and widow's pension from his service in the American Civil War.
Louis Purnell Descendants Day records
by Purnell, Louis (1995 – 2000)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Descendants Day presentation material compiled by Mark Purnell on his ancestor Louis (Lewis) Purnell (1840-1865), and includes his supporting research for his ancestors manumission, muster roll in the 9th Infantry of the United States Colored Troop, and record of death at the age of 25.
Louise Hopkins Dryden papers
by Dryden, Louise Hopkins (1906 – 2002)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
The papers of Louise Hopkins Dryden document her experience as the first Somerset County woman to christen a Liberty Ship, the S.S. WILLIAM WELCH, March, 1943. Records include correspondence, photographs, and a booklet that documents the entirety of the Bethlehem Liberty Fleet. Also included are family photographs of Mrs. Dryden from her infancy in 1906 until a year before her death in 2002.
Louise Messick Moyer papers
by Moyer, Louise Messick (1900 – 2006)
3 boxes (1.5 linear feet)
The Louise Messick Moyer papers date from 1900-2006, with the bulk of the material dating from 1990-2005. The collection represents her genealogical research on multiple families, with extensive correspondence, family trees, abstracts and notes on the Messick, Long and Simmons families. The research spans Lancaster County in Virginia, Dorchester and Somerset Counties in Maryland and Sussex County, Delaware. Records also include facsimiles of 19th Century financial and marriage information, transcriptions of diaries from 1876 and 1906, a self-published memoir of a merchant sailor, and information on the menhaden fishing industry.
Louise Smith papers
by Smith, Louise (1903 – 2013)
14 oversize boxes, 1 box (14.25 linear feet)
The Louise Smith papers document the personal and political activities of Salisbury, Maryland’s City Council President Louise Smith from 1940-2011, with the bulk of the records documenting her political career from her initial entry into the race in 2007 through her decision not to run for re-election in 2011. Documenting records include photographs, official campaign documents, newspaper clippings, and speeches. The meeting minutes from city council meetings April 2007 – April 2011 including legislative, special and closed meetings.
Louise White collection
by Barnes, J.R.; White, Louise N. (1933 – 1980)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Louise White collection contains information on downtown Salisbury and the Catholic Church on the Eastern Shore. Included is a copy of the "The Spirit of the Eastern Shore" written by J. R. Barnes and published in 1933. It covers the history of the downtown area of Salisbury, Md. in the early 20th century. Included also is a history of the Catholic parish, St. Francis de Sales and its missions written by Louise N. White.
Loveta M. Schweers Collection
by Unknown (1816 – 1893)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various photographs and portraits of the J. McMadden family.
Loveta Schweers papers
by Schweers, Loveta (2001 – 2011)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Loveta Schweers papers include a genealogical project done on the Wroten (Rotten, Roten) family on the Delmarva peninsula. There are several photocopied land records, court records, and military records related to the family. Within the collection are additional documents related to the Mace, Adams, and Wiley families. Due to the nature of the papers as photocopies, there is no exact date of their creation.
Lower Delmarva Genealogical Society collection
by Lower Delmarva Genealogical Society (circa 1980 – 1988)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Lower Delmarva Genealogical Society Collection contains administrative documents for the Lower Delmarva Genealogical Society. The collection includes the By-Laws, interested members, and 1987 membership list.
Lower Eastern Shore Heritage Council records
by Lower Eastern Shore Heritage Council (1975 – 1997)
1 box (1 linear feet)
This collection contains various drafts of Heritage Plans that were made by the Lower Eastern Shore Heritage Council. It also contains various correspondences between Council members. There are various brochures concerning Heritage tourism. There are minutes, agendas, and member lists from the board of directors of the LESHC. There are photographs of various meetings of the LESHC.
Lower Shore of Delmarva Photographs Collection
by Unknown (1900s)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains 22 photos by different photographers depicting people, places and scenes on the Lower Easter Shore.
Lucille Horsley collection
by Horsley, Lucille (1931 – 1996)
10 boxes, 1 oversize folder (7.5 linear feet)
The Horsley collection is primarily composed of materials collected, copied, and transcribed by Horsley as a product of her research on Pemberton Plantation, located just outside of Salisbury on the Eastern Shore. Notebooks, genealogy charts, research papers, newspaper clippings, duplications of maps from Maryland’s Colonial period to the present, as well as a personal “vertical file” of information relating to area historical sites, events, and peninsula history, are united to compose a collection of personal papers reflecting Horsley’s interests and life’s work. Horsley’s papers will be of interest to those seeking guidance to primary source materials relating to Pemberton plantation (three miles from Salisbury), and its chain of ownership within the Handy family; her extreme diligence in recording her sources and compiling her transcriptions makes this an excellent starting point for unseasoned researchers of Somerset County. The bulk of Horsley’s research was conducted in the 1980's.
Lula I. Stover School Composition Book
by Stover, Lula (1915 – 1918)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Lula I. Stover School Composition Book contains a school composition book owned by Lula I. Stover of New Midway, Frederick County, Maryland. The book focuses heavily on practice spelling lessons, but contains other lessons that she would have included for school.
Lyle Leland Gordy papers
by Gordy, Lyle (1915 – 1927)
2 oversize folders (5 linear feet)
The papers of Lyle Leland Gordy comprehensively document his education for medical practice at the University Hospital, Baltimore and membership in the Randolph Winslow Surgical Society through a series of certificates and photographs. Additionally, a diploma for his son, Lee Acworth Gordy from the Baltimore City College, demonstrates an emphasis on post-secondary education, 1915-1927.
Lynn Perry papers
by Perry, Lynn (1880 – 1960)
9 boxes, 2 oversize boxes (6.75 linear feet)
The Lynn Perry papers document his military service as an officer in the American Expeditionary Forces and a Lieutenant Corporal in World War II, as well as his personal interests in genealogy, the Mason-Dixon Boundary Line, and the Civil War with materials dating from 1880-1960, with the bulk of the materials dating from 1910-1945. Materials within the collection include his diary and a series of photographs from World War I, a World War II scrapbook documenting his work during a top secret mission in Alaska. In addition to the military service of Lynn Perry, his papers also include a scrapbook documenting Margaret Perry’s political career as President of the Pennsylvania Federation of Democratic Women.
Lynne Hastings collection
by McKim, Randolph; Wicomico High School (1921 – 1988)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Lynne Hastings papers contains a ledger book converted into a scrapbook of newspaper clippings from the Crisfield Times seemingly all of the articles date from 1921, a copy of the graduating exercises of Wicomico High School, on Firday June 4, 1948, as well as a written copy of "The Second Maryland Infantry: An Oration" by Reverend Randolph McKim (originally orated in 1909) from 1988.
M. Drue Gillis papers
by Gillis, M. Drue (1943, 1994)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The M. Drue Gillis papers contains autobiographical information on the life of M. Drue Gillis. Gillis was from Mardela Springs, Maryland. Gillis was a pilot of a B-17 Flying Fortress Bomber during World War II, and had been shot down over Stettin, Germany. He spent the remainder of the war as a Prisoner of War (POW) in German camp Stalag 17B in Austria. He documented his survival in the camp with multiple diary entries, included in the collection.
M. R. Barnhouse photographs
by Barnhouse, M.R. (1963)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Barnhouse Photograph collection documents the architecture of the lower Eastern Shore of Maryland including sites such as Furnace Town, Pemberton Hall, and Trinity Chuch, through a series of color photographs dated from 1963, taken by M. R. Barnhouse of Salisbury, Maryland.
Maddox Genealogy Collection
by Maddox Family (1840 – 1942)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Maddox Genealogy Collection contains family records over the Maddox family. The Maddox family records are taken from their family bible. The information contains birth, death, and marriage dates for the family. The majority of the collection dates from 1850s-1950s.
Main Street, Salisbury, Md., photographs
by Unknown (1930, 1955)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The photographs of Main Street, Salisbury, Maryland feature the intersections of Main Street and Division Street, circa 1930, and the corner of West Market Street and Main Street, 1955. Businesses visible in the prints include Ulman's Theater, Smith Dress Shop, and the Wicomico Hotel.
Makemie Memorial United Presbyterian Church program
by Unknown (circa 1976)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Makemie Memorial United Presbyterian Church program contains a list of activities, along with a brief history of the Church published in 1976.
Malissa Small collection
by Unknown (1600, 1900s)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
This genealogical collection covers the family history of Malissa Small. Several families are focused within the collection such as the Gray, Seabreeze, and Tarr families. The material has a large focus on marriages through public marriage documents and news paper clippings. There are also wills of many members of Malissa Small's family.
Manokin Presbyterian Church collection
by Unknown (1970 – 1986)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Manokin Presbyterian Church Collection contains copies of pages within the Roll of Communicants and Session Minutes books from the Manokin Presbyterian Church and a pamphlet titled "Palmetto Cemetery and Former Mission Church", a holding owned by the church.
Map of Cecil County
by Historical Society of Cecil County (1997)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Map, reproduction of early 19th century, Cecil County, Maryland, with handwritten notations documenting land ownership, natural borders including the Elk and Susquehanna Rivers, as well as Harford County and the Pennsylvania state line. The map was reproduced in 1997 by the Historical Society of Cecil County.
Map of Maryland
by Norman Remington Company (1923)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Photostat of Maryland showing ten counties and thirty parishes as laid out in 1692-1694 in accordance with the law of 1692 establishing the Church of England and also showing the locations of the present churches of the state compiled by Percy G. Skirven to accompany "The First Parishes of the Province of Maryland," published by The Norman Remington Company, Baltimore, 1923.
Map of Maryland and Delaware
by Unknown (1885 – 1887)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Reproduction map of Maryland and Delaware, 1885-1887, the large-scale map features small settlements, waterways, railways, and boundaries.
Map of Snow Hill District No. 2
by Unknown (circa 1877)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Reproduction copy of a 14.00" x 18.00" map of Snow Hill, Maryland, Worcester County. The map notes property ownership, rivers, rail lines, and the adjacent town of Girdle Tree Hill.
Map of the Battle of Ushant
by Unknown (July 27, 1778)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The map of the Battle of Ushant Map contains details the military positions for the sea engagement between the English and French in 1778 at Ushant, France. The map is a reproduction.
Map of Virginia and Maryland
by Lamb, Francis (1676)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Photostatic copy of the Map of Virginia and Maryland Sold by Thomas Bassett in Fleetstreet and Richard Chiswell in St. Paul's Churchyard, produced by Francis Lamb in 1676. The map depicts seventeenth-century Virginia, Maryland, and part of New Jersey. The title piece is visible in the upper right with a cartouche featuring angelic figures.
Mapp-Elzey Northampton County Land Deed
by Elzey, William L. (1889)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains the land deed between William J. and Emory P. Mapp and William L. Elzey in 1889. The land was situated in Exmore, Northampton County, Virginia.
Marah Finney Collection
by Finney, Marah; Hearn, Ebenezer; Hearn, General Ebenezer; Stevenson, John (1748 – 1989)
7 boxes (2.5 linear feet)
This collection contains materials from the Stevenson and Hearn families of Newtown, later Pocomoke City, Maryland from 1748 to 1989. The earliest documents consist of papers of John Stevenson, a doctor who attended the University of Pennsylvania for medicine in 1797 and 1798, studying under Benjamin Rush. Stevenson also settled estates, and the collection includes records detailing some of the accounts he worked. The collection also includes the scrapbooks assembled by Ebenezer Hearn, who was a teacher and involved in the Temperance Movement in the lower Eastern Shore. The scrapbooks contain news clippings related to the local and national Temperance and alcohol prohibition movement, with other clippings of national events, sermons, and education topics.
Marasco Family Farm Photographic Prints
by Marasco Family Farm (1935 – 1942)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Eight black and white photographic prints of the Marasco family farm located in Powellville, Maryland.
Marcellus Jones Store Ledger (Whitehaven, Md.)
by Jones, Marcellus (1835 – 1836)
1 oversize box (1.25 linear feet)
Merchant ledger that once belonged to Marcellus Jones, owner of a general store in Whitehaven, Maryland. The ledger, dating from 1835-1836, documents the types of goods purchased by residents and include tobacco, coffee, boots, postage, and sugar. Also noted throughout the ledger is the race of an individual if they are of African American descent.
Mardela Springs Brochure collection
by Unknown (1944 – 1990)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains pamphlets on the history of Mardela Springs, Maryland, the Roelma Chapter #113, Emmanuel Methodist Church, and the Snethen Chapel.
Mardela Springs Mill Photograph collection
by Unknown (1910)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains two black and white photographs of a mill built in Mardela Springs around the turn of the 20th Century (circa 1910). A caption provided for the photo indicates the lumber mill belonged to David Henry Adkins.
Margaret Robinson collection
by Robinson, Margaret (1772 – 1950)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Margaret Robinson collection focuses on the genealogy of the Dunn family. The family is able to trace their roots to Thomas Dunn (1772-1829). The majority of the family resides in Somerset and Wicomico County, Maryland. The genealogy includes births, deaths, marriages, and children of the Dunn family.
Margaret Stone papers
by Stone, Margaret (1895 – 2000s)
1 box, 1 oversize folder (0.5 linear feet)
The Margaret Stone papers are comprised of genealogy research conducted by Margaret Stone and relate to many different Wicomico County, Maryland families focusing specifically on the linage of Elihu and Annie “Nannie” Rider Jackson. Also contained within the collection are materials related to the Jackson Lumber Company of Riderwood, Alabama and Tony Tank Manor. In addition, there are items related to Ehliu Jackson’s political career. The materials date from 1895, 1982-2000, specifically documenting when Ms. Stone conducted her genealogical research.
Marianne Scarborough Collection
by Scarborough, Marianne (1714 – 1939)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Marianne Scarborough Collection focuses on the genealogical history of the Scarborough family. Heritage is very important to the Scarborough family as Clarence Park Scarborough Jr. applied to be apart of the Sons of The American Revolution, while his mother, Lulu Ringgold Prout Scarborough, applied to be apart of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Marie Waller oral history
by Holt, Susan (2009)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Oral history interview with Marie Waller, who reflects on the 1931 Salisbury lynching, conducted by Susan Holt in November 2009.
Marion and Carrie Fitchett photographs
by Unknown (1915 – 1930)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Series of sepia-toned photographic prints of Marion and Carrie Fitchett, African American caretakers of the R.H. Milbourne Home, Kingston, Somerset County, Maryland. The images, 1915-1930, depict the Fritchett's in fine examples of clothing which were given to them by the Milbourne family.
Marion Virginia and Margaret Jane Pusey Diploma Collection
by Wicomico High School (1915 – 1917)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
This collection consists of two diplomas given to Marion Virginia Pusey and Margaret Jane Pusey from Wicomico High School.
Maritime and Railroad photograph collection
by Lewis, Robert J. (1920 – 1970)
6 folders (0.06 linear feet)
Series of black and white photographic prints documenting transportation pathways of maritime steamships, tugboats and ferries as well as railroad transportation in Baltimore as well as varying locations throughout the Eastern Shore including Vienna, Pocomoke, Salisbury and Whitehaven, Maryland and Chincoteague, Virginia.
Maritime photographic print collection
by Unknown (1990)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
Series of maritme photographic prints and post cards documenting the boats, ships, and ferries on the Atlantic Ocean, Chesapeake Bay, lighthouses, the Bay Bridge, ship yards, Baltimore, Cape Henlopen, the US Life Saving Station, and Port Mahon.
Marketing Produce in Wicomico County Essay
by Luffman, Gail (October 27, 1972)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Marketing Produce in Wicomico County Essay contains an Essay titled "Marketing Produce in Wicomico County" by Gail Luffman on October 27, 1972. The essay discusses problems in geography related to produce farms in Wicomico County.
Martha Bunting collection
by Bunting, Martha (1950 – 1980)
1 box, 1 oversize box (3 linear feet)
This collection consists primarily of mementos collected by Martha Bunting. She documented marriages, funerals and other social events taking place on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. The second series contains legal records in the form of land and court records. Of particular interest are the postcards and tintypes within the collection.
Martha Steele Plat Collection
by Gordy, E. A. (1892)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Martha Steele Plat Collection contains a land plat and survey in 1892. The land was given to Martha Steele after her son died.
Marty Payne collection
by Payne, Marty (1860 – 1890s)
1 folder (0 linear feet)
This digital collection was collected by Marty Payne and documents baseball on Delmarva in the late 19th century. Included in the 35 images are newspaper clippings, photographs, and an 1880s score book from the Dorchester County Historical Society.
Mary Anne Pieper Collection
by Dixon, Maggie; Pieper, Mary Anne; White, Anne; White, Evelyn (1855 – 1987)
14 cartons, 1 oversize folder (17 linear feet)
This collection consists of correspondence, scrapbooks, photographs, and journals of the Dixon, White and Pieper Families of Pocomoke City, Maryland. Beginning in the mid-19th century, extensive personal correspondence between family members chronicles a broad family history over 100 years. Family bibles and photographs capture births, marriages and deaths of the Dixon and White families of Pocomoke City as well as life on the Eastern Shore in the late 19th and early 20th century.
Mary Bradley Writing
by Bradley, Mary W. (1889)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a handwritten list of important dates in American history.
Mary Carew Photograph
by Unknown (circa 1870)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This is a photograph of Mrs. Mary Carew Sigman, circa 1870 from Easton, Maryland, originally from Somerset County.
Mary Elizabeth Humphreys papers
by Humphreys, Mary Elizabeth (1910 – 2012)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The papers of Mary Elizabeth Humphreys documents her conviction for childhood education through a series of commentaries written in the early part of the 20th Century. Also included are the research materials used by Jason Illari and Dameon Gibbs who published Miss Humphrey's commentaries into a book titled, "The World Around Them: Commentaries of an Early 20th Century School Teacher," in 2012.
Mary Elizabeth Register papers
by Register, Mary Elizabeth (circa 1900)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Mary Elizabeth Register papers are a collection of photocopied family history papers on Mary Elizabeth Register's mother's side. The genealogical research begins in 1792 and ends with her generation, circa 1900. The papers include a transcription of the written family history.
Mary Klein collection
by Klein, Mary (1991 – 1994)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
This collection contains examples and results of her research on the subject of African Americans on the Eastern Shore as well as the Snow Hill Community and the Dirickson Farm in the area of Berlin both located in Worcester County, Maryland. The first series covers the subject of African Americans including the history of San Domingo, a community of free African Americans dating back to the early part of the 18th century on the Eastern Shore and a manuscript on the activities of the Church of England regarding slaves and their position in the church. The second series examines life in Snow Hill, Maryland through the investigation of a day book dating back to 1838. Dirickson Farm or Sandy Point Farm in Berlin, Maryland is the focus of the third and final series. The farm and its two-story brick house was one of the largest structures on the Eastern Shore prior to the Revolutionary War. The farm functioned as a plantation, once comprising as many as 1800 acres.
Mary Klein correspondence
by Raycob, Viola (October 5, 1992)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Mary Klein correspondence contains a letter from Viola Raycob in Salisbury, Maryland to Mary Klein in Princess Anne, Maryland dated October 5, 1992. Within the letter, Raycob expressed her wish to discover the identity of her mother and father. Mary Klein was documenting family histories within Delmarva at the time, and Raycob was hoping Klein could offer her some advice on where to begin research.
Mary L. Nock papers
by Nock, Mary L. (1669 – 1992)
3 cartons, 1 oversize box (5.5 linear feet)
Mary L. Nock papers document the professional and personal life of Mary Nock, who lived from 1903 to 1987. The papers range 1669 to 1992, as she included in her possession colonial land grants as well as a copy of the Laws of Maryland which established Salisbury in 1735. Her personal papers document her life as a wife and family member of the Layfield-Nock families through photographs, greeting cards, and genealogical research. Mary Nock’s professional papers include materials such as professional correspondence, speeches, drafts of her book It Was a Joy and a Pleasure, awards, as well as ephemera from her time as a politician. Also included in the Nock papers are written works on Mary Nock by Ginger McClain Beningo, as well as Beningo’s notes and correspondence regarding the biographical works from 1990-1992, which make up the bulk of the material.
Mary Louise White Ash collection
by Sullivan, Isaac (1938 – 1944)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Mary Louise White Ash Collection contains Isaac Sullivan's book for a memorandum for ages, marriages, and deaths. The collection also contains materials collected by Mary Louise White Ash and preserved from her association with State Teachers College in Salisbury, Maryland. There are also newspaper clippings related to education and summer schools. Also included is an "Elementary News" book from 1940.
Mary Payne Photograph
by Unknown (1800s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a decorative photograph, possibly of Lindley or another member of the Payne family.
Mary Tull Religious Song
by Tull, Mary (1820)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a hand written copy of a religious song penned by Mary Tull in 1820.
Maryland and Delaware Postcard Collection
by The Harry P. Cann & Bro. Co. (1959)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various postcards from Delaware and Maryland, portraying local parks, houses, and hotels, and other buildings of interest. Postcards were published by Harry P. Cann & Brother Company in 1959.
Maryland Christian Music collection
by Kent County Arts Council (1992, 2006)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains two CD's of African American acapella and folk gospel singing groups whose albums are entitled, "On one Accord" and "Gathered in my Name."
Maryland Colonial Tax Records
by Unknown (circa 1759)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Maryland Colonial Tax Records contains tax records for counties on the Eastern Shore in 1759. A majority of the information focuses on Somerset County.
Maryland County Highway Maps
by Maryland Highway Administration (1963 – 1966)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
General highway maps documenting the thoroughfares of Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties, 1963-1966, produced by the State of Maryland Highway Administration.
Maryland Department of Education audio-visual collection
by Maryland Department of Education (1950 – 1956)
2 boxes (0.75 linear feet)
The audio-visual project materials produced by the Maryland State Department of Education document the life and customs of the peoples of Maryland including the agricultural landscape and oceanic industries as well as the historic landscape. Materials include a series of photographic slides, film strips, and the corresponding scripts to the classroom materials that date from 1950-1956 with the bulk of the material dating from 1955-1956.
Maryland DOVE records
by Wicomico Historical Society (2001 – 2011)
2 boxes (1 linear feet)
The Maryland DOVE records document the visit of the Maryland DOVE to Salisbury, Maryland. The materials date from 2001-2011 with the bulk of the material dating from the visit in 2011. The visit of the DOVE is documented via correspondence, newspaper clippings, advertisements, and photographs.
Maryland Executions Collection
by Unknown (1638 – 1961)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a list of Maryland executions dating from 1638 to 1961. Data includes races, name, age, occupation, method and county.
Maryland Genealogical Society Seminar Material Collection
by Carroll, Keneth; Latimer, Frances; Miller, Rebecca Furniss; Peden, Henry C. Jr.; Riggin, Ralph A.; Thompson, Ray; Wright, Edward F. (2002)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The collection contains a program for the seminar, a map of Maryland, a map of SSU, maps of parts of the Commons/GUC building detailing seminar locations, a paper on using pre-civil war records and a bibliography for the paper, a map of the southernmost part of Delmarva, a list of people brought to Maryland and the ship that brought them, a PowerPoint printout, "Maryland State Archives Maiden Names", a map of early Delmarva Quaker Meetings, a page on Genealogical Sources, a paper on people in the society, 2 lists of families being researched.
Maryland High School graduation program
by Maryland High School (Delmar, MD) (1932)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection contains "The Booster," which was a graduation program for the 1932 class of the Maryland High School in Delmar, Maryland.
Maryland History Scrapbook
by Unknown (1950s)
1 folder (1.5 linear feet)
This collection contains a scrapbook of newspaper clippings which include: the Bay Bridge construction, historic Annapolis, Princess Anne, Oysters, Tangier Island, Maryland's historic homes, Crisfield's history, Oxford, and the Pocomoke River.
Maryland Journal Facsimile
by Maryland Journal (1773)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
This is a facsimile of the first issue of the Maryland Journal, later known as The Baltimore American, on Friday, August 20, 1773.
Maryland Methodist Church pamphlet
by Unknown (1893)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Maryland Methodist Church pamphlet contains a pamphlet titled "Seventieth Anniversary of The Maryland Annual Conference of The Methodist Protestant Church." It discusses the history and development of the Methodist Church in Maryland.
Maryland Public School Register
by Somerset County Board of Education (1911 – 1916)
1 oversize box (2 linear feet)
Attendance record register from Somerset County, Maryland, 1911-1916 of School Number Four, District Seven. The records include students names, days present and absent, age, grade, date of entrance or withdrawal, and how many miles from school the students live.
Maryland State Bible Society collection
by Unknown (1859)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Maryland State Bible Society Bible contains one copy and transcription of the New Testament by the Maryland State Bible Society. It is dated 1859, and contains genealogical information.
Maryland State Department of Education Photograph Collection
by Maryland Department of Education (1954 – 2000)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains various photographs taken and used by the Maryland State Department of Education in 2000. The photographs depict among other things the oyster and maritime fishing economies and local businesses, school activities in various counties, and historical sites of interest.
Maryland State History Booklet Collection
by Waverly Press, Inc. (1962 – 1989)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various essays and histories relating to Maryland State government.
Maryland Supply Tax Lists
by Ford, Harold; McCabe, Tilghman Junior; Sinks, John D. (1778 – 2013)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Digital copy of the Maryland Supply Tax lists documenting the property owner's name, geographic location, trac name where applicable including real and personal property ie: land and slaves, 1778-1783.
Maryland Tercentenary and Chesapeake Bay Bridge Dedication programs
by Unknown (1934, 1952)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection consists of two event programs: one for the Maryland Tercentenary in 1934 and the other for the 1952 dedication of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.
Maryland Transit Administration Determination of Eligibility Report
by Maryland Transit Administration (2010)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Maryland Transit Administration Determination of Eligibility Report contains a CD consisting of the 2010 determination of eligibility report for the Eastern Shore Railroad Corridor-Crisfield Branch, and Queen Anne's railroad corridor.
Maryland's Arcadia correspondence
by Truitt, Reginald Van Trump (circa 1970)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Correspondence of Maryland's Arcadia contains a series of letters related to the making of the book "Worcester County: Maryland's Arcadia." Much of the correspondence is to Mrs. Edward Finney from Dr. Reginald Van Trump Truitt, 1970.
Maryland-Delaware U.S. Coast Survey Topographical Chart Project
by Unknown (2008)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection consists of two CD-Roms containing original map scans and rectified maps and geodatabases. In addition, printouts of the rectified maps are included.
Marylander and Herald collection
by Fontaine & Dashiell (1912 – 1984)
45 oversize folders (90 linear feet)
The Marylander and Herald ran from 1898 to 1984 and was a weekly publishing in Princess Anne, Maryland.
Massey Estate Collection
by Massey Family (1627 – 2000)
3 cartons (3 linear feet)
This collection consists of family research about the Massey family and other families on the Lower Eastern Shore. The collection contains copies of original wills, estate inventories, family trees, and related materials. All of the original documents in this collection are photocopies, print-outs, or photostats unless otherwise indicated.
Maude Toulson photograph
by Baltimore Sun (1938)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Maude Toulson photograph documents the professional life of Maude Toulson, the first female Postmaster of the United States. The photograph is from September 10, 1938, and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the Baltimore Sun.
Mayme Laird papers
by Laird, Mayme (1944)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Probate record of the last will and testament of Mayme Laird, wife of Charles T. Larid of Crisfield, Maryland, September 1944.
McAllister Family Collection
by Taylor, Annie M. (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an obituary for Julia Eleanor Dryden Stine, family correspondence and 24 photocopies and reprinted images of the McAllister and Dryden families. All individuals appearing in the photographs have been identified.
Mears Family collection
by Unknown (1843 – 1957)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Mears Collection contains birth and death records from the Mears family bible, as well as a certificate of marriage between William Mears and Virginia Belwade on December 20, 1866. The collection also contains a photograph of Ellen Mears.
Mel Toadvine collection
by Toadvine, Mel (1961 – 1996)
10 boxes (5 linear feet)
This collection contains photographs, negatives, scrapbooks, and newspaper clippings collected by Mel Toadvine during his tenure at Salisbury Daily Times from 1961 until his retirement in 1996. The majority of the collection comprised of photographs and negatives possibly used for news articles. Also, included is information pertaining to the Toadvine family. Series 3: Brewington Brothers contains a journal, letters of correspondence, accounting and financial information, and legal documents. Included are articles of incorporation and dissolution of the corporation of the News Publishing Company of Salisbury, Md., as well as memos and letters from managing editors concerning ideas for new marketing strategies in advertising to acquisitions of local news publishing companies of surrounding towns. In addition are materials concerning stockholder and directors meetings.
Melson and Cooper Funeral Program Collection
by Hastings Funeral Home; Holloway Funeral Home (2003)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Melson and Cooper Funeral Program Collection contains two funeral programs for Alfred Vaughn Melson, Sr. (1942-2003) and two funeral programs for Richard Waller Cooper (1913-2003).
Melvin Family Collection
by Unknown (1688 – 1980)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Melvin Family Collection is comprised of genealogical notes for the Melvin family. The family is able to date their heritage back to the 17th Century. The Melvin Family has an ancestor, William Melvin, who was apart of the American Revolution, which is why descendant Ruth Young was apart of the Daughters of the American Revolution. The family lived in almost every county of the Eastern Shore of Maryland and Virginia including: Worcester County, Somerset County, Accomack County, and Cecil County. Within the collection, there are also legal land deeds, wills, and censuses listing persons in a household including slaves.
Melvin Family History
by Jackson, Beth (1986)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Melvin Family History is a genealogical study of the family. The documenting material is a paper written by Beth Jackson at Salisbury State College in 1986 on the Melvin family.
Melvin M. Palmer diplomas
by Unknown (1924 – 1929)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
This collection contains two diplomas and a certificate given to Melvin M. Palmer from 1924 to 1929. Included are the 1924 and 1928 diplomas for completion of elementary grades while he was a pupil at Snow Hill Public School No. 2, District no. 5 and Snow Hill High School, as well as a 1929 Business Administration Certificate from Columbia Institute of Chicago, Ill.
Mendel L. Helig Collection
by Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture, Genealogy Department (1996 – 1998)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This small collection of papers is composed of duplicate material in the possession of Mendel Heilig. Primary interest is a scanned and printed photograph of a family gathering that occurred around 1911. Heilig's grandparents, parents, aunts, uncles, and cousins are each identified. In addition, his papers include two newspaper articles - one from the Baltimore Sun (Sunday, May 10, 1998, Perspectives section) and the other from The Daily Times (Saturday, April 13, 1996, Religion section) which discuss Jewish life on the Delmarva Peninsula. Correspondence written by Mendel Heilig in response to the Daily Times article and two maps indicating where the Heilig family immigrated from (Shavil and Urvalis, Lithuania) are also included.
Merchant Ledger
by Unknown (1887 – 1891)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Merchant ledger documents goods transacted from 1887-1891 from a store on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Handwritten on the inside cover "Ledger B."
Messick Family Photographs Collection
by Columbia Portrait Co. (1850 – 1920)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection consists of numerous mid-19th century to early 20th century photographs found in the barn loft of Harry Messick in Allen, Maryland. Also included is a surveyor's field book by an unknown author from 1853 to 1855. In the field book are tracts from East Princess Anne area: Woterford Corrected, Arabia, Woolf's Denn, Wolf Worth, Miles Good Luck, Middle Pasture, Foul's Meadow, Tilghman's Fortune and Turpins Choice.
Messicks Methodist Episcopal Church Sunday School Ledger
by Messicks Methodist Episcopal Church (1890 – 1907)
2 oversize boxes (2.5 linear feet)
This collection contains photocopies of original Sunday School records of Messicks Methodist Episcopal Church/Wetipquin Chapel in Wetipquin, Wicomico County, Maryland. There are two separate books and the originals are held by H. Louis Horner.
Mia Vye collection
by Unknown (1800 – 1911)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains artifacts from the donor's grandfather of Talbot County, Maryland. Included is the Ulster County (NY) Gazette dated January 4, 1800 discussing the John Fries's Rebellion in Pennsylvania and a poem submitted by a young lady about the death of George Washington. Additionally, this collection contains a copy of "All That's Lovely" published in 1907, and two copies of Harpers Weekly one from 1878 and the other seems to be Civil War Era.
Mia Vye Ledger collection
by Vye, Mia Christine (1913 – 1987)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
The Mia Vye Ledger collection consists of three ledgers. The first ledger is an inventory of her household items, including her antique collection, from 1977-1987. The second and third ledgers record the purchase and sale of antiques by her grandfather, Frederick "Frank" McSteen, in East Orange, New Jersey from 1913-1936.
Mia Vye Postcard Collection
by Ulman Bros. (1930s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains three post cards depicting scenes from Salisbury, Maryland that include Main Street, Ulman's Opera House and Maryland State Teachers College.
Michael Ehrmann Postcards
by Ehrmann, Michael (circa 1860 – 2000)
1 oversize box (1.25 linear feet)
This postcard collection is comprised of 20 folders filled with images of attractions and sites around the Eastern Shore area. Some of these various attractions and sites include historical places, museums, restaurants, beaches, hotels, and even some wildlife.
Michael G. Hitch Collection
by Hitch, Mike (circa 1890 – 1990s)
2 folders (0.2 linear feet)
This collection contains two parts, both collected by Mike Hitch: approximately 30 circa 1890s-1910s photographs of people in Accomack County, Virginia and publications mostly relating to St. John's United Methodist Church in Fruitland, Maryland.
Michael G. Hitch papers
by Hitch, Mike (1992 – 2002)
3 cartons (3 linear feet)
Michael G. Hitch papers document the extensive processes conducted by Mr. Hitch while researching the genealogical pathways of his family history in Salisbury, Maryland. The materials date from 1992-2002 with the bulk of the materials dating from the intensive correspondence campaign embarked upon with the Hitch Family Newsletter from, 1994-1998. Research activities are documented via photocopied research materials including family history charts of descendants, probate records, and written histories of various Hitch families and extensive correspondence to Mr. Hitch from Hitch family members nationwide.
Michael Lewis papers
by Lewis, Michael (2000 – 2009)
4 cartons (4 linear feet)
The papers of Michael Lewis reflect research he and several students collected regarding Maryland environmental history after his arrival at Salisbury University in 2000. A significant portion of the papers pertain to the Delmarva Peninsula including the health of the Chesapeake Bay, Ocean City, and Maryland ecology. There is also research conducted on the transition of 20th century Delmarva agriculture and the poultry industry. The papers include several oral histories from Dr. Lewis’ colleagues, ornithologists from the Ward Museum, and Delmarva environmentalists. Many of the documents are facsimiles of their original whose origin dates from 1887-2009.
Michael Owen Bourne papers
by Bourne, Michael Owen (1960 – 2020)
4 boxes, 4 drawers (6.5 linear feet)
This collection contains research notes, surveys, hand-drawn blueprints and photographs created by architectural historian Michael Owen Bourne for historic home renovations between 1960 and 2020. His projects were mainly on the Eastern Shores of Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia; however, there are some materials from projects in St. Mary’s County, Maryland and one project in Texas. The majority of the collection dates from 1968 to 2009 and the materials range from his time working for the Historical Maryland Trust (1967-1973 and 1995-2000), as well as his own company, Preservation Inc. (1973-1995), and the Department of Architectural Research at Colonial Williamsburg Foundation (2000-2003). Bourne's architectural papers related to Kent County, Maryland are located at the Historical Society of Kent County (the Nabb Center collection includes papers for all projects located outside of Kent County, Maryland).
Milbourne Family Collection
by Tull, Willis Clayton, Jr. (1894 – 1995)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains genealogical information on the Milbourne as well as photographs of members of the Milbourne family.
Mildred Jeter Lewis papers
by Lewis, Mildred Jeter (1911 – 1943)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The papers of Mildred Jeter Lewis (b. 1913) is a series of correspondence between family members including Mildred and her mother mother Mignow (1890-1990) and from Milgnow's mother Emma Gregory (1854-?). Correspondence also includes a note from a teacher Bessie Justice to Mildred, after a move to Roanoke, Virgnia from Blackstone, Virgnia.
Miles Ernest Gunby Photographs
by Unknown (1950 – 1980)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains family photographs of Miles Ernest Gunby and his family from 1950 to 1980.
Miles Family papers
by Miles, Henry; Miles, John (1685 – 1898)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
Land deeds and surveys of the Miles Family papers document the extensive lands owned by and passed to the members of the Miles family of Somerset County, Maryland, 1645-1890. Properties include Ferry Bridge, Pleasure, Hog Pen Swamp and others. Records also include personal papers of John Miles, they comprise a list of property owned, a tax assessment and an unprobated will as well as a photograph album of tin types compiled by Mollie Miles.
Miles Family Papers
by Miles, Elizabeth Thomas; Miles, Harry B. (1862 – 2010)
8 boxes, 3 oversize folders (8.5 linear feet)
The Miles family papers document the Upper Fairmount, Somerset County, Maryland family from 1862 to 2010, though primarily from the 1880s to the 1940s. The correspondence, photographs, business records, church records, and more center around Harry B. Miles and Elizabeth (Thomas) Miles, as well as their children, Harry Budd and Betty J., and other Thomas and Miles family members. From 1916 to 1961, Harry Miles served as one of Somerset County's primary undertakers. The family also played a role in managing the Upper Fairmount Methodist Episcopal Church
Miles Family survey collection
by Miles, Samuel F.; Miles, William Ballard Jr.; Miles, William Ballard Sr.; Miles, William F.W. (1842 – 1978)
11 cartons (11 linear feet)
The Miles Family survey collection documents numerous Eastern Shore land boundaries. Until the mid-twentieth century, the state of Maryland did not emphasis accuracy of land surveys or the collection of deeds. The work of the Miles family allowed the State of Maryland to utilize original Eastern Shore deeds to legally designate boundary and partition lines. In numerous cases, the Miles’ family records were the only form of land documentation on the Eastern Shore. Consequently, the State of Maryland legally recognized the Miles Family Survey Collection in the court of law and have been used to settle land disputes such as the D379 Assateague Island Land suit. The collection has been the basis for issuing boundary lines, prep construction areas, mapmaking, and engineering. Many of the plats, surveys, and deeds are predominately from Somerset, Worcester, and Wicomico counties, but the collection also extends to the Upper Shore of Maryland, Delaware in Kent and Sussex, and Accomack County, Virginia. The collection is narrowed into election districts. The materials date from 1842-1978 with the bulk of the material dates from 1929-1977.
Milford W. Twilley Papers
by Twilley, Buela; Twilley, Milford W. (1922 – 1993)
3 boxes, 1 oversize box (3 linear feet)
The Milford W. Twilley Papers contain materials that range from 1922 to 1993. Twilley was extremely involved in not only the development of a number of housing complexes around the Salisbury area, but he was also involved in the community. This collection contains newspaper articles and advertisements, personal and business correspondence, photographs, housing sketches, and various pamphlets that all document his life in Salisbury.
Millard Les Callette Papers
by Les Callette, Millard (1949 – 1951)
7 folders (0.07 linear feet)
The papers of Millard Les Callette contains his personal papers written during his studies at McDaniel College in Western Maryland. The papers focus on a variety of subjects, from simple homework assignments and discussion questions to historical and psychological essays. These documents were written between 1949-1951.
Milner Family papers
by Milner Family (1914 – 1954)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Milner Family papers document the family’s activities through a series of letters and photographs between family members in Indiana, Indiana, Kentucky, Florida, Virginia and Baltimore, Maryland from 1914-1954 with the bulk of the material dating from 1917-1920. Daily activities of Ralph Milner during his enlistment in World War I and his time with the United Fruit Company are of note, as are those of Russell Milner during his experience in the Student Army Training Corps (SATC) at Perdue University. A photograph album documents Russell’s childhood and his experience as an adult in Panco, Oklahoma as an oil refinery engineer. Sympathy cards and condolence letters document the death of Evolyn Milner Carpenter (1889-1918). Series of correspondence between Verna Milner between her friends and family are also included.
Minish Genealogy Collection
by Minish, Bill (September 2004)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains the original typed manuscript titled "A Journal of travels from Maryland to Fort Redstone, Spring 1807" written by William Minish for the South Bend Genealogical Society's Quarterly Newsletter. The manuscript details the journey of Richard Minish and his family from Somerset County, Maryland to Port William (Carrollton), Kentucky.
Minnie Gordy Collection
by Salisbury Post Office (circa 1950)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Minnie Gordy Collection contains letters from the Salisbury Post Office thanking Minnie Gordy for her service at the Post Office. There are personal letters and printed poems thanking Minnie Gordy. There are also photographs of Minnie Gordy accepting an award from the Salisbury Post Office.
Minos Webb Death Certificate
by Worcester County (April 16, 1928)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains the Worcester County death certificate for Minos Webb (1837-1928) who died of exposure.
Minson Family Collection
by Unknown (1800 – 1991)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Minson Family Collection contains genealogical information regarding the Minos family. There are multiple drafts contains information on three male members of the family: William Minson (1800-1860), Utillis Minson (1843- ), and Alexander Minson (1832-1922). The genealogy information details birth, death, and marriage dates, along with the location of those dates. There is also information for each child of the three focused men.
Miss Maryland Pageant Collection
by Miss Maryland Pageant (1961 – 1962)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
This collection contains news clippings, pamphlets, and correspondence preliminary the Miss Maryland Pageant in 1961-1962.
Missionary Pamphlet collection
by Unknown (1875 – 1879)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Missionary Pamphlet collection contains two "Sunday School Journal for Teachers and Young People" from 1875 and 1876. There is also an 1879 "The Spirit of Missions" pamphlet.
Mitchell and Goslee Hardware Company records
by Mitchell and Goslee Hardware Company (1915 – 1924)
4 cartons (4 linear feet)
Series of ledgers from the Mitchell and Goslee Hardware Company that document the type of goods purchased and services performed by the company in and around Salisbury, Maryland. Noted throughout the ledgers are industries as far west as St. Louis, Missouri and as far east as Boston, Massachusetts from October 1922 through May 1924.
Molock Family Reunion papers
by Molock, Mary M.; Wesley, Levin Sr. (2006)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Molock Family Reunion papers documents the family history of the various branches of the Molock family tree through genealogical research and copied photographs from 2006 July 15.
Moore Maryland Folklore Magazine
by Baltimore Sun (1974)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection consists of a single item, a 20 October 1974 newspaper insert on Maryland Folklore from the Baltimore Sun.
Moose Blackout Minstrel Booklet
by Moose Century Club (1962)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a 1962 Moose Blackout Minstrel booklet. The booklet is a program for the Moose Blackout play, hosted by the Moose Century Club of Salisbury, Maryland. There are also many advertisements for local businesses within the program.
More Than A Month DVD
by Tilghman, Shuckree Hassan (2010)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a digital copy of the documentary "More Than A Month" that follows Shukree Hassan Tilghman on his quest to find out why black history is only celebrated during the month of February. Shukree's travels take him to Tilghman Island where he tries to uncover the origin of his last name.
Morris Family papers
by Morris, Dorothy C. (1864 – 1986)
1 carton, 2 oversize boxes (4.25 linear feet)
The Morris Family papers document the Salisbury, Maryland residents who lived at 533 South Division Street and owned and operated the Morris Millwork Company. Photographic prints and funeral ephemera document the relationships of Levin Merrill Morris, his wife, S. Martha and their daughter, Dorothy Catherine, 1890-1955. Additionally, handwritten notes on family birth, marriage and death records have been maintained, this includes an 1864 Evidence of Title for Richard Morris of the US Colored Troop. Dorothy’s friendships with her college classmates are documented in a scrapbook she compiled while at Temple University as well as in The Tatler, the yearbook of Wicomico High School.
Mount Family papers
by Mount Family (1860 – 1927)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Mount Family papers exhibits a 19th century household living in Spence, Worcester County, Maryland. The series of documents, dates from 1860-1897, and contains deeds of their property on Public Landing road, family bible records, and a dissembled scrapbook including portraits on tin types, carte de visites, and cabinet cards.
Mount Pleasant School certificate
by Wicomico County Board of Education (1928)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Mount Pleasant School Certificate honors students who had attended elementary school for the year of 1928 in the Wicomico County, Maryland school system.
Mrs. Leonard Simmons Family History Collection
by Unknown (1900 – 1930)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
This collection contains personal papers of Mrs. Leonard Simmons of Madison, MD. The materials range from invitations to weddings, funerals, plays, school functions, retirement parties, and discussions, to miscellaneous tourist pamphlets, postcards, and correspondence from around the Eastern Shore area. Of particular note is a series of greeting cards given by the Bill Nields family, who appeared to have been good friends with the Simmons family.
Mt. Calvary United Methodist Church (Fruitland, MD) Collection
by Mt. Cavalry United Methodist Church (1871 – 2011)
2 boxes (2 linear feet)
This collection is 2 books of church records from the African-American church, Mt. Calvary United Methodist Church in Fruitland, MD. The collection also contains records from Friendship Church in Allen, MD and Flower Hill Church in Eden, MD. As well as loose marriage licenses. Dated from 1871 through 1980s.
Municipal Building Cornerstone Laying, Pocomoke City, program
by Unknown (1936)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Program from the laying of the cornerstone for the new municipal building in Pocomoke City, Maryland, October 17, 1936. The program contains the highlights from the day's activities, including remarks by Pocomoke Mayor, Hon. E.W. Ross, and who's-who of city officials present.
Murray Family Genealogy
by Unknown (1525 – 1764)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Murray Family Genealogy contains genealogical information on the Murray family. The collection contains genealogy pedigrees, which includes the birth and death dates of Murray family members, along with who their children or parents are.
Nabb Center Map Collections
by Unknown (1500 – 1900s)
folders ( linear feet)
This finding aid includes listings for nearly all of the maps in the Nabb Center archives. Many maps are originals, but a significant portion are reproductions. The majority of the maps relate to the Delmarva Peninsula, though there are many other American and international maps from throughout time. Each map was given an identifier and title; descriptions, dates, and present location are recorded when possible. Maps may be part of other collections and are referenced here. Please refer to the inventory for a complete listing of the map collection.
Nancy Graham Papers
by Graham, Nancy (1915 – 2000)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains genealogical information about the Covington family. Items included in the collection are a genealogical booklet entitled "Record of the Descendants of Henry and Sallie White" printed in 1947, material on the acquisition of a new Tyaskin Post Office in 1966, sketches of schools, buildings and churches in the Tyaskin area and Covington, White and Dashiell families. Also included are several photographs of Elmer Langrall Graham and Nancy Covington Graham.
Nancy Insley Gribbon collection
by Insley Family (1792 – 1914)
6 oversize boxes (9 linear feet)
This collection is comprised of original papers including deeds, plats, wills, letters, bill of sale, mortgage, receipts, oyster lots, lease, notice, survey, and account pages in the possession of Nancy Insley Gribbon relating to the Insley and allied families of Somerset County, Maryland. The original documents have been photocopied and these photocopies are housed with the original documents. The date range of the material is from 1792 until 1914.
Nancy Johnson collection
by Unknown (1900 – 1995)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Nancy Johnson collection contains pamphlets from the Green Hill Church, Holly Grove Mennonite Church, and Great Choptank Parish. Additionally, it also contains pamphlets pertaining to Wicomico County, education in Wicomico County, Republican women of Maryland, and historic preservation.
Nancy Meadows Collection
by Hall, Elizabeth; Whitney, Alethea H. (1922 – 1965)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a sale sheet for Kingston Hall located in Somerset County, Maryland, a souvenir pamphlet from Crisfield, Maryland, a copy of "The Hatchet" from June 1, 1934 from Washington High School, a booklet from the class reunion of the Washington High School class of 1945, a worship booklet from Manokin Presbyterian Church dated October 1952, and an informational pamphlet on the history of Palmetto a cemetery and former mission church belonging to the Manokin Presbyterian Church.
Nancy Robertson Collection
by West Side Fire Department (1954 – 1988)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Audio recording of "Singing While Shucking Oysters at B & L Packing Plant," located in Bivalve, Maryland, 1954. The records also document the Bivalve, Maryland West Side Volunteer Fire Department's 50th Anniversary in 1988.
Nanticoke High School Yearbook
by Furbush, William H. (1938)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains photocopies of the 1938 Nanticoke High School called "The Tomahawk." Included are copies of school programs, graduating exercises and 25-year reunion and picture of class seniors.
Nanticoke Indian Pow Wow program
by Unknown (2012)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Program from the September 2012, Nanticoke Indian Pow Wow held in Millsboro, Delaware. The program documents the happenings at past Pow Wows as well as heritage of the Nanticoke Indians.
Nanticoke Methodist Church records
by Nanticoke Methodist Church (1899 – 1964)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various records of the Nanticoke Methodist Church in Nanticoke, Maryland. The majority of the records are financially related; however, there are various essays on the history of the church itself, along with a series of land deeds.
NASA Wallops Flight Center collection
by Unknown (1976 – 1998)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The NASA Wallops Flight Center collection contains material on Wallops Flight Facility, the NASA Eastern Shore facility on Wallops Island. Items included are a NASA Visitor Center brochure, a NASA On-Line Educational Resources hand-out, Information Summaries newsletter, photographs of a Black Brant XII Sounding Rocket, and a Scientific Balloon and a booklet titled Wallops and the War for Independence. In addition, there is a booklet about the Chincoteague Toll Road and Bridge Company.
Native American Research Collection
by Unknown (1956 – 1986)
2 boxes (2 linear feet)
This collection contains a variety of materials pertaining to Native American Indian History and their struggles through the mid-20th Century. Included are journals specifically geared toward a Native American audience, as well as, journals with articles written about Native American history and social issues. Research papers document more specific areas of interest within Native American history, while publications address more specific topics as well.
Nehemiah Tilghman Survey
by Brewers, George G. (February 20, 1766)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Nehemiah Tilghman Survey is a land survey conducted by George G. Brewer, with the original 1766 letter corresponding between Tilghman and Brewer. It is a survey for property purchased by Nehemiah Tilghman, and was conducted in Somerset County; specific geographic locations are noted within the County.
NELLIE L. BYRD photograph
by Unknown (1970s)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Black and white photographic print of the NELLIE L. BYRD, a skipjack built in Oriole, Maryland by George Noble, between 1911-1915 is depicted on the Tangier Sound in the Chesapeake Bay.
Nestor Bleech collection
by Unknown (1655 – 1890)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The collection of Nestor Bleech contains sepia-toned photographic images from the late 1880s of Northampton County, Virginia as well as a 1655 printing of the 'Virginia and Maryland. OR, The Lord Baltimore's Printed Case, uncased and answered,' that includes arguments made against Baltimore's Maryland claim.
Nettie M. Morris diploma
by Wicomico County Board of Education (1914)
1 oversize folder (1.5 linear feet)
Paper diploma issued to Nettie Merrill Morris, May 29, 1914, for having completed the commercial course of study at Wicomico High School.
New Yorker Salisbury Article
by Hamburger, Philip (1960)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an article written by Philip Hamburger of the New Yorker in 1960 on the city of Salisbury.
Newport Farms records
by Sarver Ecological, LLC (2011)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Newport Farms records document the environmental activities of the Newport Farms in Berlin, Maryland in 2011. Documenting materials include a compact disc entitled "Images of Nature", as well as the farm's "Ecological Assessment Report" from September 2011.
Newspaper Article of Recollections of Judge J. Upsher Dennis
by Unknown (Undated)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Newspaper article documenting the recollections of Judge J. Upshur Dennis, about Samuel Spencer who was killed in an accident on the Southern Railway. Mr. Spencer's father was an Eastern Shore man, and a member of Congress from the second district. The article continues to recall other famous men from the Eastern Shore including Charles Wilson Peale, and Peter Lindell.
Newtown Historic District Collection
by Unknown (1805 – 1970)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Newtown Historic District Collection contains historical information on the architecture of the Historical Newtown District in Salisbury, Maryland. The collection contains notes detailing different architectural influences from different time periods within the district. There are also maps of the district to understand how it looks. There are brochures for houses and businesses in the district. The collection also includes the names of people who have lived in the district from 1805-1970.
Norm Conway papers
by Conway, Norm (1987 – 2007)
2 boxes (1 linear feet)
Norm Conway papers document the budget and management of Maryland’s financial bills. Also, documented are session and major issues reports from meetings over the years and books from the Department of Budget and Management that lays out financial figures. The material dates from 1987-2007 with the bulk dating from 1990-1994.
Norman J. Elzey papers
by Elzey, Norman James (1890 – 1972)
4 boxes, 1 oversize folder (5.5 linear feet)
The Norman J. Elzey papers document his military service in World War I and on the Mexican Border, as well as his professional career with the Salisbury, Maryland Post Office and Philadelphia & Cape Charles Railway Post Office (RPO) from 1890-1972, with the bulk of the materials dating from 1910-1920. Materials within the collection include photographs from his service in France, newspaper clippings about the 1913 Wicomico High School Reunion, correspondence, and a scrapbook depicting the last journey of the RPO.
Normandy Invasion Oral Histories collection
by Carlisle, Ken (2006)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Normandy Invasion Oral Histories collection contains two audio cassette tapes and multiple interview packets of oral histories administered by Ken Carlisle as part of the Teaching American History grant administered by the US Department of Education. The interviews are of veterans who were involved in the Normandy Invasion. The interviewees are Brigadier General Maurice Tawes, Platoon Sergeant Austin Cox, PFC Maurice Graham and PFC Andrew Crockett.
Northumberland County Historical Society Bulletin Collection
by Northumberland County Historical Society (1994)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The collection contains the publication "The Bulletin of the Northumberland County Historical Society; vol. 30, 1993."
Northwood Bar business cards
by Dennis, Winfield (circa 1955)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Series of calling cards for the Northwood Bar, located on Alexander Street, Salisbury. The bar was owned by Winfield Dennis, of 801 Cooper Street, Salisbury. The establishment was known for its Starlight Room, and had the capacity to seat 500 patrons.
Notebook of Jonathan Stevens Parsons
by Parsons, Jonathan Stevens (circa 1795 – 1802)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This notebook was written by Jonathan Stevens Parsons of Worcester County, Maryland between circa 1795 and 1802. Included are mathematics formulas, written recitations, promissory notes, poems, and other miscellaneous notes. Information about Parsons and the notebook are typed and included in the collection.
Nutters Election House Collection
by Wicomico Historical Society (1820 – 1986)
3 boxes, 13 oversize folders (22.75 linear feet)
The Nutters Election House Collections consists of over 2,500 objects and archival items from national state and local political campaigns spanning from 1820-1986. The archival portion of the collection consists of nearly 700 items covering aspects of local, state, and national political campaigns from advertisement to completion. Additionally, the collection contains newspapers, as well as some general business concerning the Nutters Election House Museum.
Ocean City Fishing and Crabbing Guide booklet
by Hayes, Sue (1992 – 1996)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Published booklet titled, "Ocean City Fishing and Crabbing Guide," authored by Sue Hayes. This comprehensive guide includes locations for public fishing and crabbing, noted stores for bait and tackle, as well as types of boat rentals and launch ramps. The author also provides handy tips on knot-tying, and types of fish. Printed in 1992, an inserted addition from 1996, provides updates on locations and telephone numbers.
Old Christ Church program
by Unknown (September 20, 1987)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Old Christ Church program contains a the activities from the Old Christ Church Bicentennial in Laurel, Delaware that was held in 1987. The program has a list of the activities for the day. Also included is a brief history of the Church.
Old Fenwick Island Walking Tour pamphlet
by Fenwick Island Planning Commission (2009)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Color-printed pamphlet documenting the historic homes of Fenwick Island in the form of a walking tour; created in 2009 by the Fenwick Island Planning Commission. The pamphlet contains images and brief descriptions of historic homes and the lighthouse which dot the landscape of the town in Delaware.
Old Home Prize Essay collection
by Students from Somerset and Wicomico County High Schools (1932 – 2015)
8 boxes (4 linear feet)
The Old Home Prize Essay collection documents the contest submissions from both Somerset and Wicomico Counties, dating from 1932-2015, with a bulk of the material dating from 1970-1987. The essays cover a wide range of topics all of which focus on the Delmarva area. These topics include towns, houses and buildings, famous settlers, the Chesapeake Bay, and the Eastern Shore’s involvement in the Civil War.
Old School Baptist Church publication
by Beebe, Gilbert (1832 – 1890)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a CD entitled "Signs of the Times" and informational page on the preservation of a self-proclaimed ultra-conservative Old School Baptist organization. The CD contains the digitized version of the semi-monthly Old School Baptist publication, "Signs of Times," which was edited by Gilbert Beebe.
Old School Baptist Church Records
by Old School Baptist Church (1701 – 2013)
12 boxes, 2 oversize folders (26.5 linear feet)
The Old School Baptist Church records consist of manuscript materials and periodicals documenting the faith and practices of the Old School Baptist Churches on the Delmarva Peninsula from 1701-2013, with the bulk of the records dating from 1875 to 1999. The collection includes meeting minutes of the Forest Grove, Little Creek, Broad Creek, Salisbury, Rewastico, Nassaongo, Snow Hill, Rock Springs, Indiantown, and Pitts Creek Old School Baptist Churches from 1799-2013. The collection also includes a complete run of Signs of the Times, the journal of the Old School Baptist faith, from 1875-1969.
Old Streets of Salisbury collection
by Brittingham, Pat (circa 1967)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Old Streets of Salisbury collection contains an essay titled "A Short History of the Streets and Roads of the Eastern Shore of Maryland", written by a Wicomico High School student Pat Brittingham. There is also an article from the July 18, 1963 issue of The Salisbury Times titled "Old Streets in Salisbury."
Order of the Eastern Star, Manokin Chapter
by Order of the Eastern Shore (2004)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The records of the Order of the Eastern Star, Manokin Chapter located in Princess Anne, Maryland, documents the organizations activities through ephemera including a brochure about the organization and meeting booklet from 2004.
Orlando Wootten Photograph Collection
by Wootten, Orlando (circa 1850 – 1990)
4 boxes, 3 oversize boxes (6.25 linear feet)
This collection contains photographs both taken by and collected by Orlando V. Wootten, a notable local photographer on the Delmarva Peninsula. Included in this collection are color and black and white photographs and negatives of aerial, street and nautical views of Salisbury, Maryland, Laurel, DE and surrounding regions. The collection of images captures local businesses, school buildings, public events, watercraft, natural settings and area attractions from the mid-1950s to the 1990s. There are reproductions of historic photographs of Salisbury and the Delmarva Peninsula dating back to the 1850s that Wootten collected. Also included are documents pertaining to Wootten's Coast Guard service and his family's history.
Otis R. Parker Collection
by Delmarva Eastern Shore Association; Dennis, John M.; Harrington, Emerson C.; Ritchie, Albert C.; United States Office of Civilian Defense; Woodcock, A. W. W. (1931 – 1950)
10 folders (0.1 linear feet)
This collection contains handbooks for United States Civilian Defense in 1941, the personal papers of Otis Parker, a booklet on the "Old Bay Line: Baltimore Steam Packet Company", a copy of the "Yearbook of Delmarva" from 1932, a pamphlet on the Ulman Theatre, a copy of "Sixty Five Days" which was published by the Salisbury Advertiser, and a copy of the Wicomico County News from May 28, 1931.
Otis S. Twilley Collection
by Twilley, Otis S. (1918 – 1998)
1 carton, 1 oversize folder (2.25 linear feet)
The Otis S. Twilley Collection documents the life and business of Otis Spooner Twilley, founder and long-time owner of the Otis S. Twilley Seed Company. Among the collection are his college yearbooks from the University of Maryland, newspapers containing articles written about his life and business, and seed catalogs from his company dating from 1924 to 1988. There are dozens of pictures of Twilley and his farms, as well as correspondence between him and Arthur C. Abbott of Abbott and Cobb, Inc., the United States Department of Agriculture, and the Wicomico County School District.
Otis Twilley papers
by Wootten, Orlando (1972 – 2015)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Otis S. Twilley papers documents the economic activities of Otis Twilley as a seed business man in Salisbury, Maryland. Documenting materials include a photocopied newspaper clipping on Twilley as well as a hand-written letter by his daughter regarding additional artifacts related to her father.
Outstanding Women in Salisbury Reunion records
by Edward H. Nabb Research Center (1982)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Outstanding Women in Salisbury Reunion Collection contains memorabilia celebrating the reunion of "Who's Who among Outstanding Women in Salisbury". It was created by the Edward H. Nabb Research Center in contribution to Wicomico County's Sesqui-Bi-Centennial in 1982.
Outten-Willey Affair Article
by Redden, R. J. (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an article by R.J. Redden entitled "Delaware Tidbit: The Outten-Willey Affair." The article goes into great detail over the murder of Somerset County sheriff William Outten by Delaware resident John Willey. The evidence portrayed in this narrative was obtained through court depositions and the Maryland Archives.
Oyster Company Supply Ledger (Crisfield, Md.)
by Unknown (1910 – 1915)
1 oversize box (0.75 linear feet)
Retail ledger from an unknown oyster supply store once located in Crisfield, Somerset County, Maryland, 1910-1915. The ledger is indexed alphabetically with purchaser's names; their supply purchases and financial responsibilities were noted on their designated pages. Local oyster industries also purchased goods from the retailer; these purchases which included crates, lumber and rope are noted in the back of the folio. Noted companies include John L. Handy Company, Whealton and Company, and A.E. Tull Oyster Company.
Oyster Cultivating Collection
by Davidson, Hunter; Haman, B. Howard (1869 – 1909)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains three documents concerning the oyster fisheries of the eastern shore of Delmarva during the mid to late 19th Century and early 20th Century. The first is entitled "Report of the Oyster Fisheries of MD" written in 1874. The second is a report by Captain Hunter Davidson of the Commanding State Oyster Police Force in October 1869, and the third is a manuscript sent to Maryland Governor Austin L. Crothers on December 28th, 1909.
PAC 14 Collection
by PAC-14 Public Access Television (1990 – 2014)
35 cartons (35 linear feet)
This collection contains the audiovisual archives of Delmarva's public access television station, PAC-14 (formerly Access 26). Ranging primarily from the early 2000s to the mid-2010s, the collection consists of regular programming and recorded events in various stages from raw and master footage. Many tapes are not clearly identified.
Palmer Photography Collection
by Unknown (1892 – 1922)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Sepia-toned photographic print of a men's high school baseball team; the letters "BHS" are stitched on the front of their uniforms indicating either Birmingham or Berlin High School, located in Worcester County. Handwritten on the verso, "Joe Boston, Jack Pruitt, Louis Holland, Marvin Holland, Don Moore, Ed Palmer, James Gault."
Papers of Ernest T. Foskey
by Foskey, Ernest T. (1901- 1940, bulk 1917-1919)
folders ( linear feet)
The papers of Ernest T. Foskey document his experience as a member of the Company I, 29th Division, 115th Infantry, United States Army during the First World War, 1917-1919. Activities are documented through a series of extensive correspondence written to his mother, Maggie Foskey Lemon(s) of 414 Davis Street, Salisbury, Maryland.
Papers of J. Millard Tawes
by Crisfield Heritage Foundation; Tawes, J. Millard (1782 – 1994)
61 boxes, 7 oversize folders (75 linear feet)
The Papers of J. Millard Tawes consist of the political and personal papers of J. Millard Tawes and of historic Maryland records. The collection documents Tawes’ career as a politician from 1930-1979, including his service as the 54th Governor of Maryland from 1959-1967. It contains speeches, correspondence, photographs, publications and ephemera offering insight into fifty years of state and national politics. The collection includes Tawes’ speeches on the Freedom Riders and on the Cambridge Riots of 1963. It also includes correspondence between Tawes and Presidents John F. Kennedy and Lyndon Johnson.
Papers of Margaret Jones Bloodsworth
by Bloodsworth, Margaret Jones (1936-1942, 1989-1996)
1 box, 1 oversize box (1 linear feet)
The Papers of Margaret Jones Bloodsworth offer an extensive look into the life of the Margaret Jones over the years when she was a student at Wicomico High School and Salisbury State College from 1936 to 1942. The collection is comprised of print material such as portraits of Margaret, a list of her high school classmates in memoriam, a program for 50th reunion of the Wicomico High Schools Class of 1941, and an information about the State Teachers College in Salisbury, Maryland. Additionally within the collection, two scrapbooks created by Margaret Jones also depict her life experiences during her time attending high school and college, as well as a glimpse into the later years of her life from 1989 to 1996. The collection also includes a photographic print of the Wicomico High School senior class of 1941. Furthermore, the papers of Margaret Jones Bloodsworth help to document and illustrate what life was like for residents in the Wicomico County area in the late 1930s to 1940s.
Papers of Peter Lade
by Lade, Peter (1974 – 2000)
1 box (1 linear feet)
This collection contains information relating to the field of Archaeology. Some of the topics in the collection concern archaeological sites in Maryland and various Maryland Counties; along with archaeological sites in Virginia and Delaware. Also included are documents focusing on Native American history, arrowheads, and environmental issues that use archeological studies to support their theories.
Parent Teacher Association, Wicomico County records
by Parent Teacher Association (1985 – 1999)
1 carton (1 linear feet)
Parent Teacher Association, Wicomico County records document educational changes and the involvement of the local, state, and national PTA organization in the Wicomico County, Maryland school system. The records date from George Whitehead’s involvement with the PTA from 1985-1999 with the bulk of the material dating from 1985-1994. Participation of the Wicomico County Council PTA in the educational system and in the local community are documented via meeting agendas, correspondence, reports, newsletters, newspaper clippings, photographs, and convention packets.
Parker and Hearn Families Collection
by Unknown (1760 – 1933)
2 boxes (1.75 linear feet)
This collection consists of documents related to the Parker, Hearn, and Byrd families of Worcester and Somerset (later Wicomico) counties from the late eighteenth century to the early twentieth century. The collection is divided into two series: Land and Legal Documents, and the records of the International Order of Odd Fellows lodge of Crisfield, Maryland. The land and legal records should be viewed alongside the Dixon-Davis Collection, as it contains materials on the same individuals.
Parsons Cemetery Burial records
by Shade, Emily (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection lists all the people buried in Parsons Cemetery in Salisbury, Maryland. The list also contains the birth and death of every person within the cemetery. The cemetery covers deaths that happened throughout the twentieth century.
Parsons Cemetery Collection
by Parsons Cemetery (circa 1870 – 2011s)
3 boxes (2.5 linear feet)
This collection consists of 26 ledgers and three-ring binders documenting burials at Parsons Cemetery in Salisbury, Maryland between the 1870s and 2011. Included are both alphabetical listings of lot owners (binders) and lot-ordered listings for both single sites and family lots (ledgers). Listings include financial information for lot sales, internments, and names of deceased.
Parsons Family Collection
by Unknown (1668 – 1932)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Detailed genealogy of the Parsons Family. Starts with generation one, Peter Parsons, who migrated to Somerset County in 1668. The last ancestor listed is George Washington Parsons (1853-1932). The genealogy states who the parents are, who they are married to, if they had children and their birth/death dates, their will and how it affected their children, and a census description of their household.
Parsonsburg Ole Time Days collection
by Parsonsburg Ole Time Days (1992 – 1997)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Parsonsburg Ole Time Days collection contains five brochures celebrating the anniversary of the town in Wicomico County, Maryland, 1992-1997.
Pat Russell papers
by Russell, Pat (1972 – 2004)
5 cartons, 2 boxes (6 linear feet)
The papers of Pat Russell document her community preservation activities from 1972-2004 in Whitehaven, Maryland and surrounding regional areas. These accomplishments include her involvement with the Wicomico County Historical Properties, Inc., which are documented via the restoration efforts of the Whitehaven Hotel and the development of the Whitehaven Historic District. Documenting resources include correspondence, architectural drawings, newspaper clippings, fiduciary responsibilities, and photographs. Regional oral histories document the shanty boats and hunting lodges which were once prominently featured along the seaside of Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Cassette tape recordings and transcripts of these interviews with local people document their experiences which include Bob-O-Dell, Pope’s Island, the High Winds Club, and waterfowl hunting on Assateague and Chincoteague Islands. The oral histories also document varying storms that reshaped the coastline, as well as the development and expansion of cities and towns on the Delmarva Peninsula. Also documented through oral history are the personal experiences of Whitehaven residents which include African American segregation and their lives in various Eastern Shore communities including Taylorsville, the Germantown Rosenwald School, Ocean City and Church Creek.
Pat Shaner Collection
by Shaner, Pat (circa 1990s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This small collection contains material on Greek Revival architecture present on the Eastern Shore and includes photographs.
Pat Taylor collection
by Taylor, Pat (1940 – 1970)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
This collection contains a variety of material on several subjects including education, organizations, land, buildings and objects. The first series consists of booklets containing 9th grade Social Studies lesson plans designed by the Wicomico Board of Education with the purpose of replacing Civics. The second series contains records from the State Teachers College. The third series includes building surveys completed in preparation for an exhibit.
Patricia Emerson Postcard Collection
by Emerson, Patricia (circa 1910s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
These 13 postcards were written circa 1910s to and from Joseph and Lillian Caulk of Sharptown, Maryland. Many are decorated and raised.
Patricia G. Emerson Collection
by Unknown (circa 1930)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Patricia G. Emerson Collection contains photographs of the Caulk family and three death certificates. The photographs are taken around the 1930s in Sharptown, Maryland where the family resided. Each photograph is labeled with names of persons. The three death certificates are for Ana E. Caulk, Lillian Caulk, and John Caulk, who all died in Wicomico County, Maryland.
Patty Phillips Cotillion Invitation
by Braton, Joseph (1842)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains one invitation addressed to a Patty Phillips to join a cotillion party at the house of Joseph Brattan in 1842.
Paul Butler collection
by Butler, Paul (1694 – 1928)
1 box, 1 oversize folder (3 linear feet)
Paul Butler collection consists of photocopies of historical documents from Wicomico and Worcester Counties, Maryland, accumulated by Paul Butler. It contains land deeds and manumission deeds documenting African American history from 1803-1928. It includes a copy of the book, Commanders of the Dining Room, with a biographical sketch of L.D. Houston, a native of Salisbury, Maryland, and the headwaiter of the Peninsula Hotel in Seabright, New Jersey, in 1905. The collection also contains court dockets, voting records and ledgers documenting legal and economic history from 1694-1910. It includes a ledger from a school in Lindseyville (Klej Grange) Maryland from 1850-1852, and a ledger from a store in Tyaskin, Maryland from 1898-1901.
Pemberton Hall Foundation Oral History Collection
by Gaskill, Erik (1971 – 2018s)
6 folders ( linear feet)
These oral histories document the history of the restoration of Pemberton Hall Manor and the formation of the Pemberton Hall Foundation beginning in 1971 through interviews with current and former members of the Pemberton Hall Foundation. These narrators speak about their memories, obstacles faced, and allies who helped secure Pemberton Manor's historical integrity. Compiled transcriptions are attached.
Pemberton Historical Park Collection
by Unknown (1989)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Pemberton Historical Park Collection contains a 1984 pamphlet over Pemberton Historical Park. Also included is a brief history of the Pemberton family from 1651-1753.
Peninsula Farmer Newspaper collection
by The Peninsula Farmer (1895)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Photocopy of The Peninsula Farmer, volume 11, number 25, September 7, 1895, published in Federalsburg, Maryland. The newspaper covers a range of topics including religion and politics.
Peninsula General Hospital Auxiliary Board Collection
by Peninsula General Hospital Junior Auxiliary Board (1924 – 2002)
1 box, 11 oversize boxes (14.75 linear feet)
The Peninsula General Hospital Auxiliary Board Collection, consists of scrapbooks, records, and booklets pertaining to the Peninsula General Hospital’s Junior Auxiliary Board and Senior Ladies Auxiliary. The Scrapbooks are comprised of photos, newspaper clippings, and letters depicting programs and initiatives carried out by the Junior Auxiliary Board over the years.
Peninsula General Hospital Newsletter
by Intercom (1978)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The folder contains one newsletter. The document showcases the last graduation from Peninsular General Hospital School of Nursing in 1978, as well as the history of the nursing program at PGH. The newsletter also contains articles about the Fire Brigade, a new CT scanner, and new location of volunteer services and pictures of an alumni picnic.
Penn Central Train Collision Photo Collection
by Unknown (1970s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various photographs of a two-train collision. The area and date are unknown, however the two trains are labeled Penn Central 7166, and 7162. The Department of Transportation archives do not indicate these numbers in a train collision. It is possible that the trains collided prior or after the collapse of the Penn Central Railroad company.
Perdue Family Photography Collection
by Unknown (1940s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various photographs taken of and by the Perdue family. It also includes various postcards and correspondence. The photos appear to have been taken in the 1940s. Arthur W. Perdue and his family are in the majority of the pictures, although there are some miscellaneous photographs of other families, such as the Truitts.
Perryhawkin Christian Church records
by Unknown (circa 1990)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Perryhawkin Christian Church records contain typed materials documenting of the origins of Perryhawkin Church located in Somerset County, Maryland.
Peter Nagler papers
by Nagler, Peter Andrew (1977)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The papers of Peter Nagler document Nagler's research paper written in 1977 for Phi Alpha Theta and Dr. Millard Les Callette, titled, "A Brutal Incident at Salisbury, December 4, 1931," Nagler documents the brutality of the lynching as well as race relations on Maryland's Eastern Shore.
Peter Shockley Collection
by Shockley, Peter S. (1675 – 1935)
1 oversize box, 10 boxes (6 linear feet)
The Peter Shockley Collection contains deed transfers, plats, survey information, and transit books involving the work of civil engineer Peter Shockley during the early 20th century. Shockley oversaw transfers of land and often surveyed the land being transferred and drew plats for the land. Throughout his career surveying the Delmarva area, he used over 100 transit books containing information from deed transfers, election districts, and general land surveys of people, places, and businesses. Some of the land histories involved in deed transfers go back to the 17th century.
Peter W. Whaley Antique Audio Records
by Whaley, Peter W.; Whiteman, Paul (1921 – 1978)
10 folders (0.1 linear feet)
This collection contains ten 78 RPM records from the 1920s-1930s. Included are Paul Whiteman records, 1930-31 Hit of the Week records, 1921 Walter Camp's Musical Health Builder. In addition are four postcards of buildings in Selbyville, DE, a commerative envelope from the Doric Lodge No. 30 A.F.&A.M. in Millville, DE and biographical information about Walter Camp and Dale Wimbrow from Wikipedia.
Peter Whaley Collection
by Whaley, Peter W. (circa 1827, 2009)
4 boxes, 1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
This collection contains financial, personal, and business documents from the Whaley, Dale, and Watson families of the Eastern Shore from 1827-1944. This includes insurance papers, railroad receipts, letters, and bills from the Whaley and Dale family, as well as receipts and papers from Mrs. M. Pasha Watson’s funeral business. The collection also consists of several maps of Maryland and Delaware, dating 1901-2009.
Phil Decker papers
by Decker, Phil (1983 – 2012)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Phil Decker papers document his experience with Haitian Migrant Farm Workers in Salisbury, Maryland from 1983-1987 and the exhibit developed around his photographs in 2012. Decker’s experience with the farm workers are documented via photographs, activity reports and correspondence with the Salisbury Seasonal and Migrant Farmer’s Association (SMFA).
Philip Fitzhugh Temperance Speech
by Fitzhugh, Philip (1847)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Philip Fitzhugh Temperance Speech contains a speech given by Philip Fitzhugh discussing the need for temperance, and the issues alcohol brings to communities.
Phillip Day papers
by Wicomico High School (1933 – 1992)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains pamphlets from the 1941 and 1942 class reunions of Wicomico High School, a coaster from the 1941 reunion, and a graduation photograph and a corresponding photograph of the surviving members of the class of 1942 taken in 1992. Additionally, there are three photographs of the 1933 flood of downtown Salisbury, Maryland.
Phillips Packing Company Envelope
by Phillips Packing Company Inc. (1948)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an envelope from the Phillips Packing Company, Incorporated of Cambridge, MD. The postmark date is 1948.
Phillips, Cooper, Roberts Families collection
by Unknown (1634 – 1992)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Phillips, Cooper, Roberts Family History Collection contains photographs and genealogical information on the Phillips, Cooper, and Roberts families. Included are three pictures of the Cooper family with corresponding birth and death dates. The collection also contains family reunion pamphlets, an invitation and picture of Aunt Blossom's 95th birthday party, a marriage certificate, and postcards. There is also genealogical biographies for the three families.
Phineas Gordy Schoolbook Collection
by Butler, Paul (1911 – 1915)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Phineas Gordy Papers document the attendance and grade efforts from the students under Gordy from 1911 to 1915 (with one item possibly dating 1929-1931). Phineas Gordy was the founder of the African American school in Salisbury Maryland. It includes details concerning everyday life with the students and the student’s name, grade scores, age, and what grade year they were enrolled in. This collection offers pictures of Gordy and one of his all boys class. This collection consists of photocopies of the original documents.
Photo of Unidentified Boy
by Unknown (circa 1920)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains one photograph of an unidentified boy dating approximately 1920.
Photocopy Book of Common Prayers, Rites, and Ceremonies of the Church
by Unknown (1737)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a photocopy of "Book of Common Prayer and Administration of the Sacraments and other Rites", based on the 1737 original.
Photograph of a Crisfield, Md. Man
by Unknown (1890 – 1910)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Photograph of an unidentified man from Crisfield, Maryland; circa 1900. This sepia-toned photograph depicts a man wearing a suit. The gentleman displays dark colored pants and a suit jacket with a white shirt. A vest is shown under the jacket and he displays a bow tie. He is wearing a bowler style hat and his right hand is resting on the back of a chair that displays tassels. Stamped on the verso is, "Photographed By J.M. Horning & Co., Crisfield, MD."
Photograph of Company B, 312th Machine Gun Battalion
by Mather Studios (circa 1917)
1 oversize folder (1.25 linear feet)
This panoramic photograph of Company B, 312th Machine Gun Battalion was taken by Mather Studios (New Egypt, New Jersey), circa 1917.
Photograph of Dorchester County World War I Memorial
by Unknown (1919)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Sepia-toned photographic copy of the July 4th World War I memorial to Dorchester's Fallen Heroes. The print features an ornate memorial parade float pulled by a team of white horses. Soldiers stand guard adjacent to the memorial. Printed in the lower right corner of the image, "Designed by J. Howard Hirst, Rose Hill Farms, Cambridge, Maryland".
Photograph of Dr. D. Allen Fields
by Unknown (circa 1945)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Black and white photographic print of Wicomico County physician, Dr. D. Allen Fields, circa 1945.
Photograph of E. Homer White Sr. and E. Homer White Jr.
by Perry-Pix Photographic Studio (circa 1943)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Sepia-toned photographic print of E. Homer White Sr. and E. Homer White Jr., standing outside of the shoe store E. Homer White Sr. owned in Salisbury, Maryland at 229 Main Street, circa 1943.
Photograph of Governor O'Conor and Group
by Unknown (circa 1940)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Photograph of Maryland Governor Herbert O'Conor and group documents the meeting of officials in Cambridge, Maryland in the 1940s. The group includes Fred Adkins, Geroge Broffe, and Stanley Robins of the Eastern Shore of Maryland.
Photograph of House on Whitehaven Road
by Maloof, Rick (1990s)
1 oversize folder (1.5 linear feet)
Black and white photographic print of a dilapidated two and a half story, gable-front home on Whitehaven Road, Quantico, Maryland. Taken in the mid-1990s by Rick Maloof, the photograph depicts the house with a debris-strewn yard and rotted front porch.
Photograph of Sarah Handy Mallon
by Unknown (circa 1996)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a photograph of Sarah Handy Mallon at a Preservation Trust of Wicomico County Meeting.
Photograph of the 1886 Fire
by Unknown (1886)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an image of the aftermath of the 1886 Salisbury fire.
Photograph of William Adams house
by Unknown (circa 1920)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Sepia-toned photographic print of the south elevation of the William Adams house, also known as the House on Tull Farm, circa 1920.
Photographs of County Courthouses
by Unknown (1900 – 1915)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Photographs of County Courthouses contains photographs taken throughout the 20th century of Maryland courthouses. The majority of the photographs are of the Snow Hill, Somerset County, and Wicomico County Courthouses.
Phyllis Bradley Messick collection
by Messick, Phyllis Bradley (1962-2012)
1 box, 1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
The Phyllis Bradley Messick Collection is composed of newspaper articles, a letter, photographs, yearbooks, and pamphlets all pertaining to the Messick family of Bivalve, in Wicomico County, MD. The articles and other materials encompass the Messick Brothers' Oyster Tong business from 1967-2012, Wilbur Messick's time as post-master of Bivalve, 1962-1998, and the Messick Funeral Home. Also included in the collection are a set of additional materials relating to the family's activities in the town of Bivalve.
Physician's Day Journal
by Dickinson, Granville (1882 – 1926)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains most notably a photocopied Physician's Day Journal and Ledger. The day journal spans the years from 1882 to 1887 listing patients seen, payment and ailments. The last pages contain birth records, noting medical specifics of the pregnancy/birth from 1882 until 1926. The original of this journal is housed at the Fairmount Academy in Fairmount, Maryland.
Piece of Eden DVD
by Cardano, Sheila; Collins, Jean; Sheppard, Clelia; Skeens, Gwen (2012)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a digital copy of the play "Piece of Eden" which documents the early history of the Eastern Shore of Maryland.
Pine Bluff Village Archaeological Survey collection
by Marshall, Brad (May 2, 1977)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Pine Bluff Village Archaeological Survey collection contains an archaeological survey of Pine Bluff Village in Wicomico County, MD. The report was prepared by Brad Marshall, a Baldwin, MD archaeological expert, and prepared for the Oxford Development Corporation in Boston, Massachusetts. The purpose of the report was to determine the historical significance of the Pine Bluff area, and its eligibility to the National Register in 1977.
Pirates Wharf records
by Unknown (2015)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Series of maps and images relating to Pirate's Wharf, located along the Wicomico River near Quantico and Whitehaven, Maryland. The materials document the development of the property into a natural resource park and its history, 2015.
Pitchcroft Photograph Collection
by Unknown (circa 1960)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Pitchcroft Photograph Collection contains photographs of Pitchcroft, a house located in Smith Island, Maryland. Within are also photographs of the ship King Tut carrying objects, such as flowers and funeral caskets, towards Crisfield.
Pittsville High School records
by Unknown (2010)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Pittsville High School records, located in Pittsville, Maryland, document the graduating class of 1960 and includes a photograph of those that attended the August 2010 class reunion and a photocopied image of the class back in 1960. Also included are memories from Pittsville High School and dedication pages from the yearbook.
Pittsville Historical Material collection
by Unknown (1832 – 1982)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a photocopy of an agreement between Benjamin H. Byrd and James M. Fooks in 1832. In the agreement Byrd and Fooks entered into a partnership to open a store located in Derrickson's Crossroads now Pittsville.
Pocomoke City Baseball Collection
by Unknown (1898 – 1920)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection of four photographs features images of both the Pocomoke City and Pocomoke City High School baseball teams. Individuals appearing in the images are all identified.
Pocomoke City postcards
by Unknown (1938)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Two postcards documenting the State Armory and the Railroad Station in Pocomoke City, Maryland. The postcards, both sent via the United States Post Office in 1938, to Mrs. Lela Townsend who was at Mercy Hospital, Baltimore.
Pocomoke Indian records
by Unknown (1889)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Pocomoke Indian records document the Quindocoway name applied to the Swell section of Somerset County, Maryland and the names of individuals of pure or mixed Indian blood in the surrounding Somerset County area near Crisfield. The photocopied records date from 1889; original is housed at the National Anthropological Archives of the Smithsonian Institution.
Pocomoke Women's Club records
by Unknown (1926 – 1990)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Pocomoke Women's Club records contains a general history of the Women's Club of Pocomoke, Maryland from 1926-1990.
Political Scrapbook
by Unknown (1885 – 1888)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
Scrapbook, featuring political cartoons, newspaper clippings, advertisements, postcards, and images, 1885-1888, which include short stories, poems and articles about President Grover Cleveland and his wife Francis. There are photographs of St. Andrew's Church, Ann Arbor, Michigan, a side profile of President Rutherford B. Hayes and his daughter, Eugenice Hayes at nineteen months in April of 1885.
Polk and Dashiell Land Deed
by Dashiell, Henry J. (August 24, 1880)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Polk and Dashiell Deed Collection contains a deed for Rebecca Polk from Henry Dashiell. Henry Dashiell sold a plot of land in Wicomico County for seventy four dollars and twenty five cents.
Polk Family History Collection
by Polk Family (1801 – 1994)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Polk Family History Collection contains genealogical information regarding the Polk family. Specifically, the collection is focusing on the descendants of John Polk. The genealogy contains birth and death dates. There are postcards from Berlin, Maryland from Wade Polk and his wife. There are also printed photographs of a Polk family house in Princess Anne, Maryland.
Polk Family History collection
by Powell, Emma (circa 1892)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Polk Family History Collection contains photocopies of a genealogical biography of the Polk family from Fulbert, the Saxon in 1075 to 1892. A note indicates that it was found in the attic of Emma Powell's house at the corner of Newton and Camden by McFarlin's mother when she acquired the house.
Polk Family History Collection
by Polk, John F. (1640 – 1918)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Polk Family History Collection contains genealogical information on the Polk Family. There is a family tree of the Polk family dating from 1640-1918 within Somerset County, Maryland. Within, there is a legal will, land patent, and a memoir by Esther Winder Polk Lowe (Enoch Louis Lowe) (1824-1918). All the documents have been transcribed by John F. Polk.
Poll Books, Wicomico County (Md.)
by Hobbs, Peter J.B.; Marine, James F. (1885 – 1888)
2 folders (0.25 linear feet)
The Poll Books of Wicomico County (Md.) offer a brief look into the voter registration process for the residents of Wicomico County during the election season in the mid to late 1880s. These poll books of qualified and registered voters from the 8th election district in 1885 and the 11th district in 1888. The books provide a look into the political scene in Maryland in the late 1880s, when only men were allowed to register to vote.
Polly Batchelder collection
by Batchelder, Polly (1889 – 2001)
2 cartons, 1 oversize box (3.5 linear feet)
Polly Batchelder’s collection is a comprehensive documentation of genealogical research on Old Somerset County, Maryland via land and parish records, as well as a series of obituaries from the Marylander and Herald newspaper and city of Salisbury tax assessment ledgers. Included in the collection are the papers of Alberta Smith; mementos found by Polly and her son Geoffrey at the abandoned Smith house on West Sharpless road in Oriole, Somerset County, Maryland. Materials include photograph and autograph albums and correspondence. The materials date from 1889-2001 with the bulk of the material dates from 1982-2001.
Polly Stewart papers
by Stewart, Polly (1964 – 2013)
18 boxes, 1 oversize folder (12 linear feet)
The papers of Polly Stewart document her educational work as well as her research and dedication to folklore and folklife on Maryland’s Eastern Shore and other cultural groups from 1964-2013, with the bulk of the material dating from her professorship at Salisbury University, 1974-2000. The material contains teaching notes from courses at Salisbury University including literature, mythology, as well as LGBTQ and Feminism studies, research materials on lynchings, folklore, folklife, cultural exploration, and her records of participation in a variety of societies such as the Maryland Folklore Festival.
Pop-pop's Stories Oral History
by Delmarva Public Radio (circa 2012)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Pop-pop's Stories Oral History Collection contains a 2-disc set of audio called "Pop-pop's Stories". The tracks contain stories and jokes.
Poplar Hill Mansion Civil War Day Images
by Unknown (2013)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Digital image CD documenting the acvities of Poplar Hill Mansion's Civil War Day event on September 8, 2013.
Poplar Hill Mansion Drawing
by Staley, Marion (1986)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Pen and ink line drawing of Poplar Hill Mansion, completed in 1986 by Marion Staley.
Porter and Catherine Ent Collection
by Culver, Richard W.; Ent, Catherine; Ent, Porter (1900 – 2001)
4 cartons, 1 oversize box (5.25 linear feet)
The Porter and Kitty Ent Collection contains memorabilia, letters, and scrapbooks from Catherine (Kitty) Hopkins Ent from WWII and their life together afterwards in Salisbury, MD. It includes scrapbooks and memorabilia from Kitty’s sister, Sarah Dryden, and her brother in law, Norman Dryden. The bulk of the collection is photos, letters, notebooks, and memorabilia from Porter’s time overseas in WWII as well as a correspondence course in aeronautical engineering and flight training records. A significant portion of the collection is Kitty’s scrapbook, Pocahontas Oil Co. memorabilia, exchange club directories and correspondence. Also included is some correspondence and a large scrapbook detailing Norman Dryden’s time overseas in WWII. Army insignia, pins, medals, are included separately.
Porter, Humphreys, Fears Collection
by Trader, James R. (1820 – 2006)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Porter, Humphreys, Fears Collection contains biographical information on Richard Twilley Porter, Frederick E. Humphreys, and Alfred B. Fears. The research was conducted by James R. Trader, who wanted to identify three gravestones, and the life of those people. The majority of the research revolves around Frederick E. Humphreys who was the first person to fly a plane alone.
Portraits of an Unknown Man and Woman (Norfolk, Va.)
by Freeman Company (circa 1880)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains photographic portraits of an unidentified man and woman. Each photograph has the Freeman Company symbol printed at the bottom along with the address 346 Main Street, Norfolk, Virginia.
Postcard from Walter K. Allen to Ralph O. Dulany
by Allen, Walter (1910 )
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Color postcard of the Agricultural Building at State College, Pennsylvania (Pennsylvania State University), 1910. The handwritten card from Walter K. Allen to Ralph O. Dulany documents the relationship between the children of two of the Eastern Shore's largest plant producers.
Postcard of Hannah Dodd
by Thompson, Edward (1910)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Postcard written to Miss Hannah M. Dodd of Lewes, Delaware, August 1910. The Boat Lake in Druid Park, Baltimore is depicted on the front of the card. A note written on the verso discussing travel from Ed, Miss Dodd's future spouse.
Postcards of Elizabeth S. Hammond
by Hammond, Elizabeth S. (1908-1909, 1918)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Series of postcards written to Miss Elizabeth S. Hammond, Milford, Delaware, 1908-1909, 1918. Postcards depict scenes of Hurlock and the Pier at Ocean City, Maryland; as well as a photo postcard written by C. Kennedy Lewis depicting the WCA Baseball team, of which he is a member.
Potter's Field Cemetery collection
by Trader, James R. (2006)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a newspaper article clipping, a group of maps, a rehab plan for Potter's Field Cemetery, and several photo copies of newspaper articles relating to the Cemetery along with a list of those buried in the Cemetery.
Powell (R.E.) and Company Scrapbook Collection
by R. E. Powell & Co. (1934 – 1950)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains two items pertaining to the R. E. Powell & Company in Salisbury, MD. Included are a 1934 scrapbook of advertisements that appeared in the Daily Times highlighting the employees of the company and biographical information from from the 1950 "The Eastern Shore of Maryland and Virginia: Personal and Family Records." Individuals covered are Walter J. Powell, Bayard W. Cooper, Marian Evans Powell and William Sewell Powell as well as the company. [MISSING PLAQUES given to Col. Gering]
Powell Family collection
by Unknown (1907 – 1930)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Powell Family collection contains military memorabilia from World War I centered on the Powell family. Included is a photograph that was taken during the writs of Honorable Discharge from the Army for Eliyah E. Powell, and a certificate of perfect school attendance for Vernon Powell.
Powell Family papers
by Unknown (1776 – 2000)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Powell Family papers document the family's history from 1776-2000. Documenting materials include a will from 1776, land records from the 1830s, newspaper clippings from the Civil War, as well as genealogical research completed by an unknown family member.
Powellville History collection
by Palmer, William (2012)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Powellville History Collection contains a paper titled "Powellville: The Town that Died". The paper describes Powellville and the problems that caused its glory to fade. It also contains a DVD entitled "Family History of My Grandparents".
Princess Anne Business and Professional Women’s Club records
by Business and Professional Women’s Club (1958 – 1996)
2 cartons, 1 oversize box (2.75 linear feet)
The Princess Anne Chapter of the Business and Professional Women’s club was founded in 1956. These records from Princess Anne, Maryland, 1956-1996, reflect the chapters organizational practices and extensively showcases the club’s activeness and successfulness within its community and its members. The club aimed at empowering its women members to the betterment of their professionalism in hopes of creating a better functioning business community. This was promoted by the individual development workshops, community service, participation in committees, and various programs hosted by the club. With the numerous meeting minutes, finance records, history books and newspaper clipping, the fulfillment of the club’s objectives can be seen through its many accomplishments and accolades. Additional records include the Delta Kappa Gamma records, highlight a few of the societies sacred rites, as well as documents the chapter's activities from 1971-1975 through meeting minutes, budgets, and programs.
Princess Anne Grange No. 280 records
by National Grange of the Order of Patrons of Husbandry (1910 – 1957)
2 boxes (0.75 linear feet)
The Princess Anne Grange No. 280 records document the activities of the subordinate Grange fraternal organization located in Princess Anne, Maryland, 1910-1957, with the bulk of the material dating from the mid-1950s. Documenting records include meeting minutes, membership records, and manuals for subordinate granges.
Princess Anne Land Records Collection
by Unknown (1800s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This small collection contains an 1801 plat of Princess Anne, Maryland and outlines the provenance of several properties.
Princess Anne Rotary Club records
by Princess Anne Rotary Club (1928 – 2000)
3 cartons, 1 oversize folder (3 linear feet)
The Princess Anne Rotary Club records document the clubs history from its founding in 1928 until their dissolve in 2000, with the bulk of the materials documenting their most active years from 1959-1979. The records also document their involvement within the Princess Anne, Maryland community. Activities, such as annual Ladies Nights, are documented along with the thanks given to the club for their community engagement in the public relations correspondence folder. Weekly meeting minutes contain the bulk of the records, documenting community engagement, membership, and finances. Year Highlights, wrote by the secretary, are summaries of the weekly meeting minutes for each fiscal year. Membership documentation appear through attendance and membership roll books. Financial records contain annual budgets, donations, and money given to the community. The club’s weekly newsletter, Rotary Tattler, discusses important facts from weekly meeting minutes, membership activity, and community projects. The Princess Anne Rotary Club records, overall, detail the history of the club, how they helped support their community, and who was involved within the club.
Proclamation, County Council Dr. Seth Hurdle
by Unknown (1987)
1 folder (2.5 linear feet)
Proclamation. A 1987 Modern Printing Co proclamation titled "County Council of Wicomico County, Maryland Proclamation." The proclamation describes Seth H. Hurdle, a renowned doctor in Wicomico County, and his many achievements in the health field. The Wicomico County Health Department's newest facility was named the Seth H. Hurdle Building.
Public School Attendance Registers
by Worcester County Public Schools (1920 – 1922)
1 oversize box (2.5 linear feet)
Attendance record registers from school Number One, District Four in Worcester County, Maryland, 1920-1922. The records document student's names as well as the days they were present and absent. Information also recorded includes the student's age, grade and the date of entrance.
Puncheon Landing Cemetery collection
by Unknown (circa 2002)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Puncheon Landing Cemetery collection contains background information and a description of the cemetery; a press release about the Re-dedication Ceremony, a brochure on "The Fund for the Preservation of the Puncheon Landing Cemetery", and a list of persons who are buried in the cemetery.
Purnell and Winder families photographs
by Winder, Richard Bayly III (1904 – 1950)
1 carton (1 linear feet)
The photographs of the Purnell and Winder families document the lives of Oscar Moore Purnell, and his descendants, originally of Worcester County, Maryland. The materials were compiled by Richard Bayly Winder, III, the grandson of Oscar Purnell, and depict individuals from four generations of the family during the early 1900s to 1950. Many photographs feature the Oscar M. Purnell house in Snow Hill, Maryland, and the surrounding rural areas of Worcester County. There are also photographs of the Ocean City, Maryland beach and boardwalk during the first half of the 20th century, and a few personal records, and ephemera relating to various members of the Winder family.
Purnell E. Jones Photograph Collection
by Photo Crafters (1942)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a portrait of a man who is assumed to be Purnell E. Jones. A scrap of a family history book is provided containing Purnell Edward Jones's personal information.
Purnell Family Collection
by Purnell, Willard (1520 – 1944)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Purnell Family Collection contains genealogical information on the Purnell family. Included in the collection is a Purnell family migration map, a Purnell pedigree chart, and information on the Purnell family coat of arms.
Purnell Family Tree
by Purnell, Emma (1888)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Hand-drawn Purnell family tree composed by Emma Purnell, 1888 and includes a family crest with the word "Virtue" written beneath. Written in the lower right corner of the tree, "A tree of the Purnell family made by Emma J. Purnell, eight in descent from the first Thomas in 1888. "=" This character is used for the word married, "+" is to indicate left no descendant. According to tradition in the Robins family, the wife of the first Thomas Purnell was Esther Looman but my grandfather thought differently and suggested it was Elizabeth who was born in 1670(?) also that the first Purnell came over here in 1635 when he was not quite grown. *Mayor William Purnell, son of Elisha was Mayor of ______ in Worcester, Md. during the Revolutionary War.
Purnell, Rackliffe, Jarvis Family History
by Register, Mary Elizabeth (2013 – 2014)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Transcription of the Purnell, Rackliffe, Jarvis family history, written by Mary Elizabeth Register, who documented her mother's and father's ancestry. Also included is a hand-drawn family chart documenting the Purnell family lineage.
Pvt. Robert W. Dallas Honorable Discharge certificate
by Unknown (circa 1930)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The honorable discharge paper documents the recognition received by Private Robert W. Dallas of the 319th Infantry, Company A, United States Army, circa 1930.
Quadrangle Map of Salisbury, Md.
by Unknown (1942)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Salisbury Quadrangle map completed by the War Department's mapping project in 1942.
Quantico Postal Office records
by United States Post Office (1893 – 1954)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains materials from the Quantico, Maryland Post Office, a rural office of the United States Postal Service. Included are two postmaster receipt books, a ledger of the money orders issued in August of 1942, a cash book from April 1943, the bills for box rentals from 1942; the 1893 Post Laws and Regulations of the United States of America, and Agriculture Yearbook of 1925.
Quantico School Class of 1909 photograph
by Wicomico County Board of Education (1909)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Quantico School Class of 1909 Photograph contains a class photograph of the Quantico School dated 1909.
R.E. Powell newsletter
by Unknown (1874 – 1964)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The R.E. Powell Newsletter contains a 90th anniversary newsletter from the R.E. Powell Company. The newsletter contains employee information, Wicomico county news, and a brief history of R.E. Powell.
Rackliffe House Collection
by Jenkins, Joan; Purnell, W. D. Bill; Rapp, Jim; Touart, Paul Baker (2007 – 2011)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection, ranging from 2007 to 2011, contains information about the restoration of the Rackliffe Plantation House in Berlin, Maryland. Included are 2011 correspondence from members of the Rackliffe House Trust such as Jim Rapp and Joan Jenkins and the Preservation Plan from Paul Baker Touart from 2007.
Ralph Gootee Collection
by Gootee, Ralph L. Jr. (1827 – 1991)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Ralph Gootee Collection covers local history of Laurel, Delaware, with Gootee genealogy history. Ralph L. Gootee Jr. marked every grave within Laurel, Delaware with a description of who was buried there. There is also a detailed description of Gootee family members births, marriages, and deaths.
Ralph W. Powell papers
by Powell, Ralph W.; Taylor, J.E. (1885 – 1949)
3 boxes (1.5 linear feet)
The Ralph W. Powell papers documents the Princess Anne native's role as a Deputy U.S. Marshall from 1942 to 1948, his fertilizer and farm produce business from 1924 to 1949, and the agricultural business of John E. Taylor of Sharptown, Maryland from 1885 to 1899.
Randolph M. Nock papers
by Unknown (1915 – 1932)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Medical certificates and awards of Randolph M. Nock, a Salisbury, Maryland surgeon, document his primary and secondary education at Stockton High School in Worcester County, as well as his medical education at the University of Maryland and subsequent certifications for his residency and certification from the Board of Medical Examiners, 1915-1932.
Rayne and Dennis Family Collection
by Dennis Family; Rayne Family (1911 – 1960)
11 folders (1.1 linear feet)
This collection consists of material, spanning from 1911 to the 1960s, relating to the Rayne and Dennis Family. Included are a bundle postcards from 1911 to 1920s, mostly addressed to Myrtle Rayne from family and friends - most notably, her future husband David W. Dennis, cousin Willis Clark and Edward C. Smith, all who served in WWI. In addition, there are several photographs, including a black-and-white photograph labeled "The Millpond 1946," depicting young people on a frozen pond, b/w and color photographs of two boys at a bridge and possible a scenic photograph of Cypress Knee on the Pocomoke River as well as group photograph of the Whites Chapel Methodist Church Homecoming and a colored photograph of Powellville Grist Mill. The collection also contains a potholder advertising W. Howard Dennis gas station in Powellville, MD and several 1938 Dave Dennis strawberry picking coupons in quantities of 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 or 50 quarts.
Rayner Brothers Incorporated records
by Rayner Brothers Inc. (1909 – 1993)
1 carton, 1 oversize box (2.25 linear feet)
The Rayner Brothers Incorporated records documents the growth and development of both Rayner Farm Inc. and Rayner Brothers Inc. The materials date from 1909-1993 with the bulk of the material dating from 1956-1970. Records include meeting minutes which document the company’s by-laws, financial records, and business concerns. These records also include stock certificates, land deeds, ledgers containing plant orders and expenses, and correspondence which include letters of recommendation for Hedley Rayner. Also included are a series of the Rayner’s Berry Book published from 1926-1992. Photographs document the development of the farm and the different treatments implemented to increase strawberry growth.
RCDHAC - Bloomsbury, Deleware Material
by Unknown (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains materials relating to the talk given by Edward F. Heite at the Nabb Center on the topic of Bloomsbury.
Rebecca Lee Larmore papers
by Larmore, Rebecca Lee (1930 – 1944)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection documents the childhood of a Tyaskin, Maryland girl, Rebecca Lee Larmore (later Griffith), from 1930 to 1944. Included are Sharptown and Hebron Elementary and High School report cards from 1930 to 1940 (grade 2 through high school) and a ration book holder with an advertisement for Cook's Cab Service. The rations were issued to the Jones and Larmore family members who lived at the Turnstile Farm in Tyaskin near Coxs Corner in 1944: Irving C Jones, Martha Ellen Powell Jones, Ethel Jones Larmore, Lloyd Lennox Larmore, and Rebecca Lee Larmore. Included are notes from the donor (Rebecca Lee Larmore's daughter), Lee Ellen Griffith.
Recipe Collection
by Calumet Baking Powder Company; H. J. Heinz Company; Seedsman, R. H. Shumway; Women's Club of Vienna, Maryland (1922 – 2006)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The recipe collection contains published cookbooks containing recipes from corporations including R.H. Shumway Seedsman of Rockford, Illinois, Reliable Recipes from Calumet Baking Power Company and favorites from the Women's Club of Vienna, Maryland.
Records of Perdue Farms, Inc.
by Perdue Farms, Inc.; Perdue, Franklin P. (1790 – 2018)
208 boxes, 4 oversize boxes (99.08 linear feet)
The Records of Perdue Farms, Inc. consist of correspondence, agendas, memoranda, handwritten notes, reports, speeches, minutes, newsletters, newspaper clippings, photographs, slides, audio and video documenting the Salisbury, Maryland company Perdue Farms, Inc, which includes both Perdue Foods and Perdue AgriBusiness. The collection also houses records pertaining to the Perdue Family, as well as some of Frank P. Perdue's personal papers, dating from 1790 to 2018 (though primarily from 1970 to 2000).
Records of the City of Salisbury City Clerk
by City of Salisbury (1869 – 1987)
9 cartons, 13 folders (13 linear feet)
The Records of the City of Salisbury City Clerk include 12 ledgers containing the city's charter, ordinances, and meeting minutes from 1869 to 1987. The collection also contains loose ordinances passed from 1890 to 1960 and loose meeting minutes that document City Hall activities from 1924 to 1952. Until 1924, the records were handwritten; from 1924 to 1987, records are typescript. Also included in these records is the 1932 Bicentennial Celebration's signature register. Includes records from M-216 #3 and #4.
Records of the City of Salisbury Field Operations
by City of Salisbury (circa 1890 – 2020)
85 drawers, 1 carton (505 linear feet)
This collection consists of approximately 10,000 plans, maps, drawings, and other oversize documents from the City of Salisbury's Department of Field Operations and, prior to its inclusion in the Field Ops department, the Department of Public Works. While the record dates range from approximately 1890 to 2020, the majority of the collection dates between 1920 and 1980. Included are property surveys, utility maps and plans, water works materials, and other infrastructure-related documents used to build, maintain, and alter structures and properties in the City of Salisbury. Notably included are 1988 aerial photographs of the city (contact prints and negatives), project progress photographs, and microfiche reproductions of many of the oversize items. Includes records from M-221-7 #6
Records of the Delmarva Peninsula Golf Association
by Bisker, Richard (1935 – 2015)
3 boxes, 1 oversize folder (3.4 linear feet)
The Delmarva Peninsula Golf Association (DPGA) was founded in 1929 and is comprised of several golf clubs throughout the Delmarva Peninsula. These records have been collected by Richard (Rick) Bisker, who worked as Administrative Assistant for the DPGA. Included in the records are information on the organization’s history and membership, financial statements, tournament flyers and results, meeting notes, correspondence, and scrapbooks spanning 1935-2015 (bulk date 1980-2015).
Records of the Preservation Trust of Wicomico
by Clay, Anne Kennerly Morris; Preservation Trust of Wicomico, Inc.; Touart, Paul Baker (circa 1961 – 2018)
25 cartons, 2 oversize boxes (8.25 linear feet)
The Records of the Preservation Trust of Wicomico County document the many historic buildings and properties that the organization helps preserve, primarily through the files and reports maintained by architectural historian, Paul Touart. Touart's files (Series 1) are arranged by property identifier (WI-XXX) and commonly include a Maryland Historic Trust report, deeds, photographs, articles, and other relevant sources related to the historic property. Also included are Touart's subsequent reports, handwritten notes, photographic slides, architectural drawing rolls, and CDs containing a variety of files. The collection also includes a variety of subject/research files, deeds, surveys, correspondence, photographs, and newspaper articles related to the historic buildings and properties in Wicomico County collected by Anne Kennerly Morris Clay with the Preservation Trust of Wicomico County (Series 2).
Reddish Family Transcriptions
by Thompson, G. Ray (1772-1853, 2004)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Series of transcriptions created by Dr. G. Ray Thompson in 2004 from original Reddish family records including correspondence from John Reddish while he is in Indiana to his parents in Salisbury, Worcester County, Maryland. Additional transcriptions include Reddish family wills and land deeds, 1772-1853
Registry of Public School No. 3
by Unknown (1909 – 1916)
1 oversize folder (1 linear feet)
The Charles Cole Collection includes a school registry from public school number 3, located near the community of West, dated from the year 1909-1916. It is a list of students, and teachers as well as their grades and attendance throughout the school year. There are four different teachers listed in the registry, each teaching a different year with a different set of students. Those teachers were Bessie Pollitt, Helen Pusey, Delsie Fooks, and Carl Powell.
Report on Air Transportation Needs in Maryland
by Beecken, Henry (1962)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Report on Air Transportation Service Needs in Maryland was created by the state of Maryland in February 1962 and documents these needs created for Maryland Air Transportation Survey Commission by Henry Beecken and Associates, a financial analysis firm. It includes train, bus, and road schedules, as well as air transportation history to the area.
Report on Elections in Somerset County
by Bull & Tuttle (1864)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a copy of the "Report of the Committee on Elections on Contested Elections in Somerset County" published in 1864.
Reports from the Ocean City Life-Saving Station
by North Beach Life-Saving Station (1878-1916)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The collection offers a glimpse into the functionality of two United States Life-Saving Stations, one of the predecessors to the modern U.S. Coast Guard, on Maryland’s Atlantic coast. The collection includes the Keeper’s Reports from the Ocean City Life-Saving Station in Ocean City, Maryland and Wreck Reports from the North Beach Life-Saving Station on the Maryland portion of Assateague Island. The Keeper’s Reports offer a record of day to day duties in the early years of the Ocean City Station while the Wreck Reports document rescues and shipwrecks off Assateague Island in the early part of the twentieth century and the transition of the Life-Saving Service to the U.S. Coast Guard in 1915.
Republican Election Sample Ballot
by Unknown (1938)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Republican primary election sample ballot from September 12, 1938; the printed ballot notes William B. Tilghman as the winner of the primary election for state senator; other elections for governor, senator and state central committee are not noted. Notable names on the ballot include Harry T. Phoebus and Marion A. Humphreys.
Republican Women of Worcester County records
by Republican Women of Worcester County (1984 – 2012)
5 boxes, 1 oversize box (6 linear feet)
Records of the Republican Women of Worcester County document the organization’s activities including administrative and community-oriented activities from their inception in 1984-2012 with the bulk of material dating from 1998-2007. The social group’s community-based platform is collectively documented through generated meeting minutes, financial records, and membership lists as well as scrapbooks and photographs.
Resort Region Aerial Photographs
by Aero Service Corporation (1954)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Fifteen black and white silver prints, from 1954, taken by the Aero Service Corporation of Philadelphia, documenting the resort and seashore regions of Ocean City, Worcester County, Maryland to the state line of Delaware.
Rev. James Ward photograph collection
by Cummins Photography Studio (1880s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Photographs of Rev. James T. Ward and wife Catherine Ann (nee Light) taken at Cummins Photography Studio, Baltimore, Maryland.
Rev. Storer Jolley collection
by Unknown (circa 1916)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Storer Jolley collection contains biographical material about Rev. Storer Simpson Jolley, a minister and leader of the Delaware Conference, the collection includes a copy of a photograph and two obituaries.
Reverend B.G. Parker photographs
by Parker, Rev. B.B. (circa 1890, 1900)
1 box (1 linear feet)
The collection of photographic prints created by Rev. B.G. Parker from Western Wicomico County, Maryland depict children, families, buildings, and schools throughout the aforementioned region circa 1890-1900.
Reverend William Gwynn Coe letters
by Coe, William Gwynn (1862, 1864)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
These letters were written to and from Reverend William Gwynn Coe in 1862 and 1864 when Coe was preaching in the Methodist Convention of Accomack, Virginia. In the letters, church matters are discussed, as well as grievances with the occupying Union army. During this time--during the American Civil War--Coe held secessionist views and ran past the Union blockade to acquire goods in Baltimore for family and friends. Also included is a biographical sketch of Coe and one letter sent to a different reverend requesting a lecture to Confederate soldiers from North Carolina.
Richard and Jane Yantis collection
by Yantis, Jane; Yantis, Richard (1872 – 2011)
1 carton, 1 oversize box (2.5 linear feet)
The Richard and Jane Yantis collection consists of the genealogical research notes of Richard and Jane Yantis from 1994-2011. The collection offers insight into the genealogies of several dozen families, including the Brittingham and Fooks families of Maryland. It includes copies of tithtables for Northampton County, Virginia from 1662-1677, and a Bible from the Hurst family of Dorchester County, Maryland. The Bible contains genealogical information on the Hurst family from 1821-1910.
Richard Callahan photographs
by Unknown (circa 1930s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection includes 43 negatives of photographs showing or taken by Richard Callahan of Pocomoke City, Maryland in the 1930s. Included are beach scenes, men hunting, Washington, D.C., a Pocomoke baseball player, a steam engine, and various individuals (including several of one woman) and animals.
Richard Carter Farmstead Illustration
by Carter, Richard (2002 – 2003)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains copies of a 2002-2003 drawing of a 19th century Delmarva farmstead. The illustration was done by Richard Carter.
Richard Carvel Paper
by Peterson, Marie (circa 1800)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Richard Carvel Paper contains a bibliographic description of Richard Carvel. Written by Marie Peterson, the collection discusses Richard Carvel's life going to England and back.
Richard Cook collection
by Koski-Karell, Daniel; Pitts, William D. (1965 – 1995)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Richard Cook collection contains material collected by Richard Cook regarding Assateague Island and Sinepuxent Bay. Included is a letter from Berlin, MD surveyor William D. Pitts to the Department of the Interior describing the old patents near Tingles Island, and various coastal life-saving stations in Worcester County, MD. Also included is an article titled "Shipwreck, Horses, and Treasure-A Tale of Old Assateague." The article, written by Daniel Koski-Karell, president of Karell Archaeological Services, describes Richard Cook's obsession with the Spanish frigate Galga's shipwreck and briefly touches on the original boundaries of Assateague Island and their subsequent modifications.
Richard Culver Papers
by Unknown (1952 – 1976)
1 box (1 linear feet)
The Richard Culver Papers is a collection of newspapers and research from Richard Culver’s time as an editor for the Daily Times in Somerset County. While editor, Culver wrote about numerous things happening in Somerset County at the time, from crime and government controversies to celebrations and other recreational events. There is research for the tercentennial of Somerset County that happened in 1966, as well as for the Somerset County Jail.
Richard Griffith Scrapbook
by Griffith, Richard (1953 – 2001)
1 box (1 linear feet)
This collection of digitized scrapbook pages depicts the baseball career of Sharptown, Maryland native, Mr. Richard Griffith. The collection includes digitized newspaper clippings and photos from Mr. Griffith's baseball career from spanning from 1953-1961. Also included is a digitized copy of Mr. Griffith's application to be inducted into the Eastern Shore Baseball Hall of Fame in 2001 as well as a the copy of the program from the induction event. To view scrapbook, please request at Nabb Center information desk or contact the Nabb Research Center directly.
Richard H. Hodgson Real Estate Maps (Salisbury, MD)
by Hodgson, Richard H. (circa 1932 – 1950s)
1 oversize box (1.25 linear feet)
These maps of Salisbury, Maryland from circa 1932 were used by real estate developer, Richard Hodgson. The detailed maps, likely based on Sanborn Fire Insurance maps, were filled in to identify nearly every property owner in the city from individual dwellings to corporate owners. There is also a map insert from the late 1950s showing the city of Salisbury with different businesses advertised and located.
Richard Malone papers
by Malone, Richard (1937 – 1957)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
Richard Malone papers, document his military career in World War II and his education in Salisbury, Md. His papers include his athletic certificates from Wicomico High School, as well as papers documenting his time in the United States Navy as a Pharmacist's Mate/Medical Assistant. Malone was a naval corpsman. Military papers include correspondence and a newspaper clipping regarding his injuries at Guam, his discharge papers, and correspondence from the Veterans Administration regarding his life insurance policy.
Richard Thek collection
by Unknown (circa 1996)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Richard Thek collection contains an article on the early history of Sussex County, Delaware from the 17th century. Also included is an index of "A Somerset Sampler" written by Polly Batchelder.
Richard W. Cooper papers
by Cooper, Richard Waller (1605 – 2001)
18 boxes, 2 oversize folders (12.5 linear feet)
The Richard Cooper papers document his professional and personal activities through his collection of materials dating from 1605 to 2001. The documents focus on the religious and political histories of Wicomico and Worcester County as well as the history of the Mason-Dixon Boundary Line depicted through Cooper’s column in the Daily Times. The papers also document the topographic history of Delmarva through Cooper’s career as an engineering surveyor. Documents from his surveying career and interests include topographic maps, survey certificates, land deeds, and plats. A photograph album documents the construction of his family home at 611 Tony Tank Lane in Salisbury, Maryland. Materials within the collection include newspaper clippings, photographs, family histories, and correspondence. Drafts and manuscripts of Cooper’s published works on the history of Salisbury, Profile of a Colonial Community, Salisbury in Times Gone By, and Portrait of Salisbury are contained within the collection.
Rick Maloof photographs
by Maloof, Rick (1988 – 2001)
2 cartons, 1 box (2.5 linear feet)
Rick Maloof photography collection documents the professional and personal life of Salisbury, Maryland photographer Rick Maloof. The photographs, brochures, and photographic slides, date from 1960 to 2010. His professional photographic slides, photographs, and brochures encompass his work as an artist, wedding photographer, and commercial photographer in and around the Eastern Shore. Portraits make up the bulk of the material, as well as landscapes, and still life shots, are included in his professional images. Maloof’s personal photographs and photographic slides document his personal life, with images of his daughter Alyssa, his family, and his friends.
Ricks Savage Maryland Newspaper Collection
by Mencken, H. L.; Savage, Ricks (1961 – 1988)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various newspapers including a copy of the 1961 Salisbury Times supplement on the Civil War, a 1974 Sun supplement on H. L Mencken's Baltimore journals, and a 1988 Ocean Pines Independent supplement entitled "Where the Good Life Still Lives On…"
Ridgely House Photograph
by Delaware State Archives Hall of Records (circa 1930)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an interior photograph of the Ridgely House circa 1930 in Dover, Delaware.
Riggin Family papers
by Riggin, Allan E.; Riggin, George F. (1640 – 1993)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Riggin Family Collection contains genealogical information about the Riggin family. Within is a detailed family tree constructed by Allan and George Riggin. The family tree starts with Riggin family members who originated in Ireland and immigrated to the Eastern Shore. There is also information regarding Riggin land records between Somerset, Sussex, Worcester, and Wicomico County.
Ritual Landscapes: a journal synthesis
by Mellin, Glen; Truitt, Lenny (2017)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Digital copy, Ritual Landscapes: a journal synthesis (concerning Native American Agroforestry), written by Glen Mellin and Lenny Truitt, March 2017. The synthesis is a compilation of recent investigations illustrated in historical ecology tracing the origins and development of Native American ritualized landscape in the Eastern Woodlands of the United States.
Robert E. Dewlin papers
by Dewlin, Robert E. (1943 – 1945)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The papers of Robert E. Dewlin include a series of notices sent to him in Baltimore and Cambridge, Maryland including his selective service notice and classification as well as ration books for food and gasoline.
Robert E. Perdue Family papers
by Perdue, Robert E. Jr. (2004 – 2011)
1 carton, 1 oversize folder (1 linear feet)
The Robert E. Perdue Family papers document the ancestors of Robert E. Perdue Jr. His branch of the family lived in the lower Delmarva region, with a majority living in Pittsville, Wicomico County, Maryland. As time progressed the Perdue’s married into other families such as the Jones, Williams, Dennis, and Taylors. The Pittsville Perdue’s played an important part in building the St. John Friendship Methodist church. Research materials include land records, genealogy conducted by Robert E Perdue in the pursuit of his family history. Research was conducted from 2004-2011, with the bulk being completed in 2009-2010. Perdue’s research spans from the 17th century to the 20th century.
Robert Grant papers
by Grant, Robert (2015)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Robert Grant papers document Grant's research on the Wright family in Bedford County, Virginia. Documenting materials include digital compact discs of his books, "Sorting Some of the Wrights of Southern Virginia, Part IX, X, and XI".
Robert L. Beer Papers
by United States Navy (2008)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains the official records of Lt. Robert L. Beer during his service in the United States Navy. The records include Mr. Beers discharge papers, a certificate of achievement for his service in World War II, his qualifications record, papers pertaining to his career outside of the military, and an assortment of other minor military records.
Robert L. Burton Collection
by Shepherd, James S.; Stockly, John (1849 – 1919)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The collection contains a letter dated November 16, 1849 and is between two brothers John and Aynes Stockly. The second folder contains a report on the land office of Maryland dated 1919, and a book celebrating 150 years of banking on the Eastern Shore dated 1955.
Robert L. Chamberlin Collection
by Unknown (1675 – 1990)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Robert L. Chamberlin Collection contains genealogical information on the Chamberlin, Coulbourne, and Miles families. Contained within are birth, death, and marriage dates. There are also some biographical information on some family members of the Chamberlin family.
Robert Lee McFarlin Collection
by Gates, Deborah (2012)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains newspaper clippings on Robert Lee McFarlin as well as the memorial booklet used during his funeral on February 4, 2012.
Robert Parker Fondes papers
by Parker-Fondes Family (1849 – 1997)
6 boxes (3.25 linear feet)
The Robert Parker Fondes papers document the lives of the Fondes-Parker family from 1849-1997 in Parsonsburg, Maryland and the surrounding Mid-Atlantic region. Documenting materials include financial records of the Parker family, family heirlooms, photographs, and newspaper articles on Robert Parker Fondes’ genealogical research. The bulk of the materials span from 1920-1955, documenting the farming business and personal lives of Clifford and Maude Parker. Correspondence pertaining to family events is also included.
Robert Perdue Oral History CD
by Unknown (2010 – 2011)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains research material pertaining to the family history of Robert Perdue, who died in July 2011. The material is stored electronically on a CD-Rom, which consist of digital images of resources used (maps, photographs, scanned print material) and commentary written about the resource as it pertains to the history of the family.
Robert Savage Civil War collection
by Baily, William P.; Hollday, Henry; Jurgella, Dave (1861-1864, 1989)
6 folders (0.06 linear feet)
The Robert Savage Civil War collection contains documents related to the Confederacy during the Civil War era. Included is a letter regarding the military written by Lt. Col. William P. Bailey to John Hoff on April 16, 1864. There are also photocopies of a ten, thirty, forty, and thousand dollar Confederate bills. There is also an article by Dave Jurgella discussing the clothing of Confederate troops. The article is titled "The 'Richmond Depot' Jacket" and was published September 1989. Also included are photocopies of Confederate muster rolls.
Robert W. Tunnell papers
by Tunnell, Robert (1871 – 1995)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Robert W. Tunnell papers consist of genealogical research of the Tunnell family from Frankford, Sussex County, Delaware, 1871-1995, with the bulk of the material dating from 1954-1969. Materials were collected by, Robert Tunnell, and include a sample of fiscal documentation of the Delaware State Committee, and historical information about Sussex County. Records also include family photographs, newspaper clippings, and general information about the state of Delaware.
Robert Withy Interiors Inc. records
by Unknown (1950 – 2006)
1 carton (1 linear feet)
Robert Withey Interiors Inc. records documents the interior design business once located in Salisbury, Maryland as well as associated projects with the Maryland Historical Trust, 1950-2006. Materials include handwritten ledgers, receipts, and invoices documenting the financial progression of the design firm. In addition to these materials are documents from the Maryland Historical Trust Teackle Mansion restoration project and include correspondence and other assorted ephemera. Also, there is an issue of Benjaminews, a local women’s store from April 1947.
Robertson Family History Collection
by Unknown (1900 – 1930)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
This collection contains a large compilation of random greeting cards sent to residents of Whitehaven, MD ranging from the early 1900’s to the late 1930’s. The majority of the cards appear to have been sent to Mrs. Willie “Billie” Robertson. The collection also contains a Register of Wills attributing the date of death for George B. Robertson as Mar. 20, 1936. A handwritten synopsis is provided on each of the postcards on a separate sheet of paper, author unknown. Also included are copies of Robertson’s wills, savings, checkbooks, land deeds, and funeral arrangements. Certain pamphlets from Maryland State Normal Class presentations and a Cruise ship itinerary are included.
Robertson Family Journal
by Justice, Anna Robertson (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Robertson Family Journal contains a genealogical narrative about the Robertson family. This narrative is written by Anna Robertson Justice about her family. There is some genealogical information, such as names of children for family members.
Robertson Family papers
by Roberts, Emerson Bryan; Seaver, J. Montgomery (1900 – 1970s)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
The Robertson Family Records contain three publications regarding genealogy of the Robertson Family. The first publication is titled "The Roberts Family of Wales, Middlesex, Virginia and Maryland being a study of the Ascendants and Descendants of Francis Roberts, Immigrant to Virginia, 1650" by Emerson Bryan Roberts. This publication is an early genealogical history for the Roberts Family of the Eastern Shore. The second publication is titled "Wainwright and Related Families" by Emerson B. Roberts. This is a genealogical history on the Wainwright family of Somerset County. The final publication is titled "Robertson Family Records" by J. Montgomery Seaver. This is a genealogical history of the Robertson family.
Robinson Family Collection
by Robinson, Eli; Robinson, John (circa 1850)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Robinson Family Collection contains land deeds between Eli Robinson and John Robinson. The land deeds pertain to Somerset County, Maryland around the 1850s. There are transcriptions within the collection.
Rockawalkin Debating Society collection
by Moore, Richard (1859 – 1861)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This journal contains the proceedings of the Rockawalkin Debating Society from 1859 - 1861. The book later served as a ledger for store accounts. The store owner and location are unknown; however, the ledger references the Connelly family.
Roland Layton Oral History
by Layton, Bill (circa 1920 – 1991)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Roland Layton Oral History Collection is a transcribed oral history of Bill Layton. Bill's brother, Roland Layton, transcribed the oral history. The oral history talks about life in Dorchester County, Maryland from the early 1920s until the early 1990s.
Ron Wilson Papers
by James S. Wilson Jr. (1979 – 2021)
14 boxes, 1 oversize folder (15.25 linear feet)
The collection contains plants, survey data, samples, reports, and correspondence regarding Ron Wilson and Frank Hirst, two self-taught botanists, and their work for The Nature Conservancy, a national preservationist organization, from 1978 to 2021. Also included is an extensive herbarium of native Delmarva plant species compiled by both Wilson and Hirst. The work in the collection covers botanizing throughout New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland's Eastern Shore.
Roster of Company H, 115th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division
by Various (1941 – 1945)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection consists of a compiled roster of Company H, 115th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division between February 3, 1941 and November 1945. The list was compiled by Kelly Rumbaugh, Nancy Robinson, and Sterling Hoover in December 1995.
Rotary Club of Salisbury Collection
by The Rotary Club (1920 – 2020)
7 boxes, 221 folders (7.4 linear feet)
This collection contains documents including newsletters, annual reports, correspondence, and other foundational sources that document the Rotary Club of Salisbury’s activities from 1920 to 2020. The Rotary Club of Salisbury is a branch of Rotary International that also has other branches located in different areas around the world.
Round and About Salisbury magazine
by Unknown (1977)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Round and About Salisbury Magazine contains a magazine titled "Round and About Salisbury," dated spring, 1977. The magazine describes business ventures, the Kilburnie Festival on Mt. Vernon Road, and contains advertisements for local Wicomico County, Md realtors. Each article contains photographs of the individuals or locations mentioned.
Roy C. Pollitt papers
by Pollitt, Roy (1660 – 1995s)
3 boxes (1.5 linear feet)
Pollitt’s papers serve as a genealogical study of the history of the Pollitt family on the East Coast. Two-thirds of the collection is devoted to files on family members and related genealogies; the other third divided between correspondence, submissions to his short-lived newsletter "Old Somersett" and photocopies of records from the Maryland State Archives in Annapolis. Pollitt’s family files are comprised of an assortment of record types. Not only do many files contain charts for a particular individual’s family branch, but copies of birth certificates, death certificates, marriage certificates, wills, military papers, newspaper clippings and land records. Thus, his collection offers a unique perspective of the Pollitt family from the 17th to the 20th century. His correspondence displays a genuine interest in genealogy and a willingness to assist others with their research pursuits. Frequently, correspondents sent him copies of their own family histories.
Rudolph and Pamela Dolle collection
by Unknown (1776, 1781, 1915)
2 folders, 1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
The Rudolph and Pamela Dolle collection includes a 1776 printing of the July 10 edition of the Pennsylvania Gazette; a November 1781 edition of the Gentleman's Magazine, and a World War I print of Columbia giving her son chivalry, 1915.
Rules for Teachers collection
by Unknown (1872)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Rules for Teachers contains a typed copy of the 1872 Rules for Teachers in Fairmount, Somerset County, Maryland.
Rural New Yorker Periodical Collection
by Rural Publishing Co. (1947 – 1958)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
This collection contains numerous issues of the Rural New Yorker from 1956 to 1958. Included is a January 1947 issue of Southern Planter, the oldest agricultural journal in America, as well as a January 1948 issue of Farm Journal.
S. Norris Pilchard III papers
by Pilchard, S. Norris (1861 – 1974)
1 box, 1 oversize box (2.75 linear feet)
The S. Norris Pilchard III papers consist of the personal papers of S. Norris Pilchard III, and his family and local ephemera from circa 1861 to 1974. The collection contains advertising, correspondence, photographs, periodicals and ephemera offering insight into the Gunby family and into business and civic life on the Delmarva Peninsula. It includes photographs of L.W. Gunby and of Joseph A. Graham, the editor of the Kansas City Times. It also includes a notebook of original poetry by S. Norris Pilchard Jr. and correspondence and periodicals from S. Norris Pilchard III's service in the United States’ Navy during the Second World War.
Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church Cemetery collection
by Unknown (circa 2003)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church Cemetery collection contains the names inscribed on the tombstones at Saint Andrews Episcopal Church Cemetery, Princess Anne, Maryland.
Saint Martin's Church Register
by Unknown (1972)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Saint Martin's Church Register from 1722-1839, copied by Daniel Gray in 1972.
Saint Peter's Methodist Church Records collection
by Unknown (1860)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Saint Peter's Methodist Church Records Collection contains a marriage, birth, and death register from 1860 of the Saint Peter's Methodist Church in Oriole, Maryland.
Salem United Methodist Church (Selbyville, DE) Brochures
by Stevens, Fred; Wall, Jim Van Der (2011 – 2012)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a brochure for the Salem United Methodist Church in Selbyville, DE. The Winter 2012 brochure was written by Pastor Jim Van Der Wall, a 2011 church program and several Centennial News - Looking Back at the Past by Fred Stevens, Church Historian.
Salem United Methodist Church Collection
by The United Methodist Church (1990 – 2008)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a photocopy of the history of the Salem United Methodist Church as well as a copy of the appointments of the Peninsula Delaware Conference of 2008.
Salisbury Air Mail collection
by Unknown (May 19, 1938)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Salisbury Air Mail contains a letter sent to Mrs. William E. Lednum Jr. of Baltimore, Md. The letter is dated May 19, 1938 and was included in the first air mail delivery out of the Salisbury, Md airport. The front of the letter says "Wings Across the Chesapeake: First Air Mail from Eastern Shore", and includes a photo of the pilot. This was in celebration of the 20th Anniversary of the United States Air Mail Service.
Salisbury and Pocomoke Ephemera
by Unknown (1930s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection contains various ephemera from Salisbury and Pocomoke, Maryland in the 1930s, including: two Tilghman Fertilizers booklets, a program for the Peninsula General Hospital, two receipts for the Shawen Inn, a booklet of parlor games, and a Good Friday broadside for the Pennsylvania Railroad.
Salisbury Antique Show Scrapbook Collection
by Unknown (1961 – 1976)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Salisbury Antique Show Scrapbook Collection contains newspaper clippings and pamphlets about the Salisbury Antique Show. The majority of the collection revolves around the 1961 and 1962 Salisbury Antique Show, with a pamphlet for the 1976 Salisbury Antique show.
Salisbury Bank Note collection
by Bank of Salisbury (1840 – 1870)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various digital images of bank notes used by the Bank of Salisbury, 1840-1870.
Salisbury Bicentennial collection
by Salisbury Bicentennial Commission (circa 1932)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Salisbury Bicentennial Collection contains correspondence and newspaper clippings regarding the the Bicentennial Commission observing and coordinating the 200th Anniversary of Salisbury. There are also two photographs of the members of the Bicentennial Commission.
Salisbury Bicentennial Program Collection
by Insley, Wade H. (1924 – 1979)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains booklets pertaining to the Salisbury Bicentennial celebration. There are also materials concerning the local geology, local elections, local geography, as well as a map of Caroline County and a photograph on Annapolis.
Salisbury Booklets collection
by Culver, Elizabeth (1952 – 1976)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various pamphlets of events occurring within Salisbury, MD and the adjoining metropolitan areas. Booklet topics include the Delmarva Chicken Festival from 1965 and 1970, the Delmarva Directory, and information for the Peninsula General Hospital. The collection also includes two black and white photographs of unknown origin, and a copy of the Salisbury Magazine from 1976.
Salisbury Business and Professional Women's Club Photograph
by Unknown (circa 1950)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Salisbury Business and Professional Women's Club Photograph contains a photograph of the officers and committee chairwomen of the Salisbury Business and Professional Women's Club in the 1950s. The women in the picture are identified on the back side of the photograph. Individuals identified are Emily Morris, Lillian Phillips, Emma G. Brewington, Emma Van Auken, Gladys Oliphant, Elsie Briddell, Sarah Mitchell, Gladys Butler, Dorothy Tubbs, Gladys Llewllyn, Lucile Schwartz, Helen Bounds, Effie Richardson, Grace Popp and Emma Parker.
Salisbury Business and Professional Women's Club Photograph
by Unknown (Undated)
1 folder (0.5 linear feet)
The Salisbury Business and Professional Women's Club Photograph contains a photograph of the officers and committee chairwomen of the Salisbury Business and Professional Women's Club in the 1950s. The women in the picture are identified on the back side of the photograph. Individuals identified are Emily Morris, Lillian Phillips, Emma G. Brewington, Emma Van Auken, Gladys Oliphant, Elsie Briddell, Sarah Mitchell, Gladys Butler, Dorothy Tubbs, Gladys Llewllyn, Lucile Schwartz, Helen Bounds, Effie Richardson, Grace Popp and Emma Parker.
Salisbury Business Ephemera Collection
by Unknown (1890 – 1987)
3 folders (0.3 linear feet)
The Salisbury Business Ephemera collection contains a collection of ephemera from 1890-1987. The ephemera includes receipts, savings checkbooks, photographs, and pieces of memorabilia from 1926-1971. A majority of the collection are receipts from Local businesses in Salisbury.
Salisbury Central Business District Revitalization Plan
by Unknown (1945, 1955)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Central Business District Revitalization Plan documents the Salisbury, Maryland plan for expansive urban development. Documenting materials include a plan for Salisbury's business center, dated between 1945 and 1955.
Salisbury Chamber of Commerce collection
by Salisbury Chamber of Commerce (1945 – 1957)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Salisbury Chamber of Commerce Collection contains six booklets put together by the Salisbury Chamber of Commerce. Included are four survey booklets of Salisbury, MD including important information concerning community life, family life, the city government, geographic characteristics and economic activity. The other two booklets are city directories for Salisbury, MD.
Salisbury City Council records
by Salisbury City Council (1983 – 1993)
2 cartons, 1 box (2.5 linear feet)
The Salisbury City Council records document the internal functions of the council from 1983 – 1993 with the bulk of the material dating from, 1992 – 1993. Council records include meeting minutes and agendas pertaining to ordinances and proposals. These ordinances include environmental concerns, tax fees and planning and zoning concerns. Also found in the records are interoffice memorandums, financial records including budget briefings, annual reports, and correspondence. Correspondence includes complaints and requests for action from community members and invitations from various local organizations including neighborhood associations and the sheriff’s office and the Salisbury Zoo.
Salisbury Documentary Video Collection
by Jeanne Anderton (1986 – 1987)
1 box (0.15 linear feet)
This box contains three VHS video recordings of three individuals who lived in or around Salisbury in the early Twentieth Century: Mr Henry Fields, a shop owner in downtown Salisbury and World War One veteran; Mr. John Bailey, a World War Two veteran and farmer from Quantico; and Mr. Ted White, World War One veteran, previous mayor of Salisbury and Pharmacist from White & Leonard's on Main Street. Each of these men describe life in Wicomico in the early Twentieth Century and the changes that occurred in the area throughout their lives.
Salisbury Downtown Plaza Slides
by National Studios (1974 – 1976)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains nine slides on the Salisbury downtown plaza from 1974 to 1975.
Salisbury Ephemera collection
by Traub, Peter (1946 – 2012)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Salisbury Ephemera collection contains photographs and certificates from the City of Salisbury. The certificates are for the sister city program with Tartu, Estonia. There are two photographs, one of the Courthouse and Government Office Building in Salisbury and one of the Maryland National Guard in front of the Pentagon in 2001. There is a letter from the mayor of Oberkochen, Germany thanking the headmaster of the Salisbury school for participating in a sister school exchange with students from Ernst-Abbe Gymnasium.
Salisbury Fire Newspaper Articles
by Mann, Hunter III (September 1987)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Salisbury Fire Newspaper Articles contains a "Firehouse" article dated September, 1987, on the October, 1886 fire that demolished much of Salisbury, Md. The article discusses the details of the fire, and how it impacted Salisbury. The other half of this collection contains an unknown essay supporting the claims backed up in the Firehouse article with footnotes from the Wicomico Times.
Salisbury Growth and Development Oral History Collection
by Gaskill, Erik (2018 – 2019s)
7 folders ( linear feet)
These oral histories document the history of the growth and development of the City of Salisbury through memories beginning in 1930. Special attention has been given to Salisbury's Downtown district as well as the Eastern and Northern corridor along RT.13. These narrators speak about their memories, obstacles faced, and allies who helped secure Salisbury's growth as the primary commercial center in the Delmarva region. Compiled transcriptions are attached.
Salisbury High School Glab Papers
by Toadvine, Mary (1900 – 1901)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Salisbury High School Glab papers contain handwritten copies of essay edited by Mary Toadvine for the student annual of Salisbury High School. The essays were all written during the 1900-1901 school year, and are labelled Vol 1, No. 7 - 12.
Salisbury High School, Class of 1897 Reunion collection
by Unknown (1947)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an invitation to a Salisbury High School Reunion Luncheon on May 17th, 1947 the invitation contains and a list of guests/class of 1897. Additionally, this collection contains a book entitled "My Commencement" belonging to Amy Bennett that documents her senior year in 1918. However, a majority of the pages are empty. Also included is a photocopy of a newspaper article commemorating the Western Maryland College graduates of 1922.
Salisbury Indians baseball scrapbook
by Suthowski, Ann B. (1940s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This scrapbook was kept by Ann B. Suthowski in the 1940s and documents the Salisbury Indians baseball team. Included are baseball player "cards" with player stats, photos, and local advertisements, as well as newspaper clippings from the Daily Times.
Salisbury Indians baseball scrapbook (2)
by Jones, Lilly Mae Hastings (1948 – 1949)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This loose scrapbook was kept by Lilly Mae Hastings Jones from 1948 to 1949 and documents the Salisbury Indians baseball team through player cards and newspaper clippings.
Salisbury Marine Construction Company records
by Salisbury Marine Construction Company (circa 1900)
1 box, 1 oversize box (2 linear feet)
This unique collection of over 100 photos, newspaper clippings and objects portrays the day to day to life at the Salisbury Marine Construction Company on the water including working conditions and technology, examples of fine craftsmanship and the beautiful finished products and the progressive managerial stance toward its employees and the growth of the company. In addition to the construction company records, there is a series of materials acquired by donor Peg Lauridsen that includes a copy of the Eastern Shore Saturday Evening Post, an article about Houston Cemetery in Salisbury, Parker Family genealogy and a guide to the 250th Anniversary of Worcester County.
Salisbury Mayor collection
by Morris, Bettie (1888 – 2000)
1 oversize box (3 linear feet)
This collection features pages of original and photocopied photographs of Salisbury, Maryland mayors dating from 1888 to 2007. It also contains articles regarding the history of the office, its activities and candidates written by Richard Cooper in 1994 and 2000 and with others published near the start of the 20th century.
Salisbury National Bank collection
by Salisbury National Bank (1898 – 1957)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Salisbury National Bank collection contains two Salisbury National Bank checks, and a Statement of Condition. One check is made to Rev. George Wilcox in 1898, and the other is made to James M. Barr in 1899. The Statement of Condition is for the year 1957
Salisbury Photograph Collection
by Unknown (circa 1930)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains photographs of a class from the Salisbury State Normal School, multiple photographs of a group of young men all centered around Robert "Fuzzy" Phillips, and photographs that contain unidentified individuals. Additionally, this collection contains hunting license's from the 1930s, 1960s, and 1970s for Maryland.
Salisbury Plant Memories pamphlet
by Unknown (circa 1993)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
Salisbury Plant Memories pamphlet discusses the history of the Salisbury Campbell's Soup factory from 1946-1993. Additionally, there are a series of photocopied postcards from various Delmarva areas. The materials were collected by Jim Jackson.
Salisbury Prohibition Ledger
by Unknown (1905)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
This collection contains a single ledger dated 1905 and covers the Prohibition Convention Meeting called to order in Salisbury, MD. The majority of the ledger contends with the issue of voting and electing delegates to take part of a larger Maryland Prohibition organization.
Salisbury Promise records
by Salisbury Promise (1997 – 2010)
2 boxes (0.75 linear feet)
The Salisbury Promise records documents the development of educational and faith-based programs for youth living in Salisbury and Wicomico County, Maryland. The program follows the goals of the America’s Promise Alliance standards to prepare youth for success. The records of this program are documented through reports, booklets and a series of ephemera from 1999-2010 with bulk of the material dating from 2003-2008.
Salisbury Railroad Herbicide Photography Collection
by Unknown (1921)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains photographs of the "The Weed Exterminator Herbicide" being applied to railroads in Salisbury, Maryland in 1921. The photos show the process, as well as its effects on weeds found along the rail siding.
Salisbury Sesqui-Bicentennial Posters
by Unknown (1982)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Salisbury Sesqui-Bicentennial Posters document the celebration of Salisbury, Maryland, August 7-14, 1982. The posters display a graphic of City Hall with a road map of Salisbury in the background. The date range 1732-1982 rests on the right edge of the image.
Salisbury State Alumni pamphlets
by Faculty of the Maryland Normal School/State Teachers College (1943 – 1950)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Salisbury State Alumni pamphlets document the alumni directory and information regarding Salisbury State College's alumni. Documenting material include an alumni directory from May 1943 and an alumni bulletin from December 1950.
Salisbury State College Program and Campus Plan
by Scott, Caudill Rowlett (1970)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Salisbury State College Program and Campus Plan document the architectural plans and program development for the Spring Semester of 1970 at Salisbury State College.
Salisbury State Teacher College photographs
by Bodine, Aubrey (circa 1940)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Salisbury State Teacher College photograph contains two photographs of Holloway Hall at the then known State Teachers College in Salisbury, Md, now Salisbury University. The photographs were taken by Aubrey Bodine. Included is also has a description of the photographer.
Salisbury University Heritage Mural
by Collins, Pamela Knox (2001)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a research paper written by Pamela Knox Collins in 2001 on Salisbury University's Heritage Mural Fence.
Salisbury University photographs
by Unknown (1980 – 1982)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Series of black and white photographic prints from Salisbury State College depicting theater, dance, and performance arts as well as a history professor, Dr. G. Ray Thompson lecturing, circa 1980-1982.
Salisbury, Maryland photographs
by Unknown (1896 – 1938)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection consists of four photographs taken in Salisbury, Maryland. Included are a Salisbury baseball team in 1896 (with identifications), two downtown parade photographs from 1938, and a 1938 photograph of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) in a motorcade.
Salisbury, Maryland: Central City of the Eastern Shore
by Salisbury Chamber of Commerce (circa 1956)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This booklet, entitled "Salisbury, Maryland: Central City of the Eastern Shore," was created by the Salisbury Chamber of Commerce circa 1956. The city is promoted through visual and textual highlights of the city's industry, utilities, transportation, businesses, educational and cultural institutions, churches, shopping centers, agricultural industry, climate, youth, growth, hotels and motels, and health services.
Salisbury, MD Postcards
by Unknown (circa 1908 – 1954)
folders (0.01 linear feet)
This postcard collection is composed of various, notable sties in the city of Salisbury, MD. These sites include schools, parks, courthouses, and museums.
Salisbury, Md. Black and White photographs
by Unknown (circa 1950)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
This collection contains black and white photographs of Salisbury and its surrounding areas. The photographs are separated by folder according to subject matter: industry, homes, and the environment including the Wicomico River and Main Street bascule bridge; Wicomico County Youth and Civic Center; and Tangier Island.
Salisbury, Md. photographs
by Unknown (1900, 1926)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Series of photographs documenting the city of Salisbury, Maryland, 1900-1926. The images feature the Elk's Club minstrel show, Humphrey's lake bed, Camden Avenue, Nock Brothers Clothing Store, and interior and exterior photographs from a brick home whose geographic location is unknown.
Samuel Chase Birthplace Photocopy Collection
by Dashiell, Cossius M.; Torrence, Clayton (1935)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Copy of Clayton Torrence's manuscript which references the birthplace of Samuel Chase.
Samuel Chase Research Collection
by Jeffery, Jill Nock (1900s)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
This collection contains research materials regarding the life of Samuel Chase. Additionally, it also contains information on Bounds Lott and photographs of the Samuel Chase House dated 1965.
Samuel Dawson family papers
by Dawson, Samuel (1783 – 1920)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Samuel Dawson family papers document the activities of Dawson of Virginia and his descendants before, during and after the Civil War from 1783-1920 with the bulk of the material dating from 1861-1868. Materials include legal judgment and the estate inventory of Samuel Dawson, a receipt for horses sold to the Confederacy by Samuel A. Dawson, a diary written by Charles G. Dawson documenting his experience in the Gettysburg campaign, a record of family slaves, a handwritten cookbook and a travel account from Philadelphia to Fauquier, Va. by Henrietta Horner Wyeth during the 1860s as well as Dawson and Cooper family histories. Also included is a handwritten constitution for the Society of the Cincinnati and an abstracts of correspondence from General Thomas Jesup from his campaigns in Florida during the Seminole Wars.
Samuel L. Adkins papers
by Adkins, Samuel L. (1885 – 2007)
2 boxes, 1 oversize box (2 linear feet)
Samuel L. Adkins papers document his life on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, specifically his education, military service, employment at Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company and his personal hobbies with county farms, the Salisbury Coin Club and the Antique Car Club of the Accomack-Northampton Region. Mr. Adkins life is documented via photographs, certificates, and memorabilia from 1885-2009 with the bulk of the material dating from 1950-1987. Materials also of note are bank notes and an agricultural sign relating to his father, A. Paul Adkins.
Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps, Salisbury and Ocean City, Md.
by Sanborn Fire Insurance Map Company (1888 – 1951)
1 oversize box (2.5 linear feet)
Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps of Salisbury, Hebron, and Mardela Springs, Maryland, as well as Ocean City, Maryland. These maps document the roads, facilities, and physical structures of the region in detail. Includes a reproduction of the 1888 map and original copies of maps from 1931; physical additions to the 1931 map were made in 1942, 1946, and 1951. The Ocean City map originally dates to 1936 and additions were made in 1941.
Sara Townsend papers
by Townsend, Sara (1904 – 1938)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Sara Townsend papers document the family's activities through shared handwritten recipes and the "Tested Lewes Recipes Book," correspondence to Sarah Townsend from her mother and Helen Phillips and a consumer instruction sheet for rationing, 1904-1938.
Sarah B. Culling Peninsula General Hospital Nursing Diploma
by Peninsula General Hospital (1920)
1 folder (2.5 linear feet)
This is Sarah Butterfield Culling's diploma from the Peninsula General Hospital Training School for Nurses at Salisbury, MD in 1920.
Sarah M. Tarr Bonnet Maker Account Book
by Tarr, Sarah M. (1842 – 1850)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
Sarah M. Tarr Bonnet Maker Account Book, 1842-1850. Ledger details a wide variety of accounts for which Ms. Tarr made, altered, trimmed, lined and framed bonnets for an extensive female clientele utilizing a wide variety of fabrics including silk, bombazine, velvet and straw. Ms. Tarr also sold a variety of ladies notions including pins, thimbles, thread, lace and dry goods by the yard. To a lesser degree, Ms. Tarr also crafted men's and boys' caps. Also written in the ledger is the marital status of her clients and occupation. Lastly, Ms. Tarr noted transactions of her African American clients as well.
Savage Family Collection
by Unknown (1800s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Savage Family Collection contains genealogical information on the Savage family. This collection also contains photographs of Isaac Rainear, Mrs. M.L. Sanford, as well as two photographs of unidentified individuals.
Savings Bank of Nanticoke, 1922 April 26
by Unknown (1922)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Paper legal tender from the Savings Bank of Nanticoke, Maryland. The check is pay to the order of the Coca Cola Bottling Company for $3.10 on April 26, 1922.
Schooner DAVID F. KEETING and Brig ALICE Log Book
by Unknown (1867 – 1874)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
Ship's logbook documenting trade and travel of the schooner DAVID F KEETING and brig ALICE; the former transported goods from South Carolina and Florida to harbors in New York, Boston, and Baltimore while the later transported goods from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to Hampton Roads, Virginia. The log, 1867-1874 documents the sea fairing voyages including weather, cargo and boat activity. Activity also logged includes the commanders or masters including Levin Granger and William H. Smoot. Ship's crew members include Cleophas E. Bennett of Sharptown, Wicomico County, Maryland. The log was eventually utilized as a scrapbook by Bennett's siblings, Cora, Dexter, and Hattie.
Schooner Sultana Collection
by Unknown (2000s)
6 folders (0.06 linear feet)
Contains information pertaining to various programs related to the Sultana, including introduction to the SULTANA, Pemberton and the films, there are papers listing who did what work on the SULTANA projects, a series of pages about bits and pieces of SULTANA and Pemberton project information, a project agenda, information of assistantships for the SULTANA projects and financial records about Nabb expenses related to the SULTANA project.
Schumaker Manor Subdivision Plans and Drawings
by Carew, M.B. and Associates (1989)
1 oversize folder (1.25 linear feet)
This collection consists of 11 drawings from 1989 that document the planning of the Schumaker Manor subdivision in Salisbury, Maryland. The subdivision was developed by Becker-Morgan Associates and the plans included were drawn by M.B. Carew and Associates. There are four color exterior home drawings and seven interior or subdivision drawings.
Sciscenti Photograph
by Watson, W. T. (circa 1915)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains photographs from circa 1915 capturing the first gas well on the Eastern Shore. It was located on the farm of Vincent Sciscenti in Parsonsburg, Maryland.
Scott Family Papers
by Lankford, Scott, and Porter families (1842 – 1995)
2 boxes, 1 oversize folder (2.25 linear feet)
The Scott family papers document the Scott, Marshall, and Lankford families of Princess Anne, Maryland from 1842 to 1995, though primarily from the 1880s to the 1940s. Included are four photograph albums and many other photos; correspondence, autograph books, and programs related to Washington High School from Harriet "Hattie" Marshall Scott; Second World War correspondence and Boy Scouts of America documents from William Marshall Scott; World War II homefront and Somerset County Board of Education materials from Jeanette Gore Scott; and handwritten poetry and autograph books of Sally and Mollie Porter.
Scrapbook of H. Fulton and Blanche Rounds
by Rounds, Blanche; Rounds, H. Fulton (1929 – 1940)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This scrapbook contains newspaper clippings collected by H. Fulton and Blanche Rounds of Salisbury, Maryland between 1929 and 1940. H. Fulton was the head of the Salisbury Battery Company. The clippings document various topics related to local news, Pennsylvania events, and telegrams from a visit to Cleveland, Ohio.
Scrapbook of International Newspaper Clippings
by Langrall, Monnie (1938 – 1940)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
The International Clippings scrapbook documents the happenings on a global scale prior to the breakout of World War II, 1938-1940. Documented events and people include King George VI and Queen Elizabeth; the Rape of Nanjing and Japanese troops in China; Franklin D. Roosevelt's defense plans; the rise of the Nazi party; and Hollywood entertainers including Roy Rogers and Orson Wells.
Seaford Nylon Plant newsletters
by Seaford Nylon Plant, DuPont Corporation (1938 – 2002)
3 boxes, 2 oversize folders (3 linear feet)
The Seaford Nylon Plant was the centerpiece of Seaford, Delaware for many years, this included the production of the factory newsletter, The Threadline. Contained within this collection, the newsletter documents the day to day lives of the factory workers, 1938-2002. This included, company picnics, bowling nights, fox hunts, and special events in staff members lives. It even includes poems and paintings by staff. In the Threadline’s combined 54 year run, in addition to employee life, it covered the expansion, and problems of the Nylon factory. The Threadline also shows how Seaford employees where treated. DuPont would reward company service with company made products and service emblems, even producing booklets to show said rewards.
Senator John J. Williams scrapbooks
by Williams, John J. (1880 – 2011)
11 oversize boxes (9.5 linear feet)
The Senator John J. Williams papers document his distinguished service as a United States Senator and his family history from Sussex County, Delaware1880-2011. Documenting materials include five scrapbooks that were compiled by Williams’ niece and former Salisbury City Council President Louise Smith document the extensive Williams family including the Senator’s parents and ten siblings through photographs, correspondence, and news clippings. In addition to the scrapbooks, national publications and audio-visual materials also contribute to the Senator’s political career and community involvement.
Sentimental Journeys: Delmarva Remembers World War II
by Judith M. Ferrand (circa 1995)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
"Sentimental Journeys: Delmarva Remembers World War II" is a collection of interviews of fifty(50) World War II veterans from the Delmarva Peninsula. The collection was assembled and produced by Judith M. Ferrand in the spring and summer of 1995 in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the end of World War II, in association with WBOC-TV and Wor-Wic Community College. The interviews of the fifty veterans cover all topics surrounding the Second World War including life prior to the war, enlistment and training, various battles, important individuals such as Generals Patton and McArthur, and the Veteran's views of their service. Included with the Interviews is a plastic-bound book that uses the information from the fifty interviews to tell their collective story, from the causes of the war to Veteran's evaluation of their service. Digitized versions of each tape are available upon request.
Shanty Boats and Gunning club collection
by Unknown (circa 1921)
2 folders (0.01 linear feet)
The Shanty Boat and Gunning club collection contains images and photos of vessels and wildfowl hunters.
Sharon Jones Revell collection
by Revell, Sharon Jones (1985 – 1989)
3 boxes (1.25 linear feet)
This collection contains various materials pertaining to research conducted and donated by Sharon Jones Revell. The research conducted includes materials on genealogy, will and land records for Worcester and Somerset Counties during the mid-1980s. Also included are materials on the Purnell family, and various historic corn and grain mills throughout the Delmarva and Western Maryland region. Multiple rough edits of her will abstract transcription collection are also included.
Sharon Roeble Whitehaven Research Collection
by Whitehaven Heritage Association (2020, 2021)
2 cartons (2 linear feet)
Sharon Roeble compiled this research collection, on Whitehaven, MD, with documents that contain information from the 1500s-present, however, the physical documents range from 2020-2021. She has included Whitehaven Heritage Association records document deeds from the historical sites around Whitehaven, MD, in this collection. Included in this collection is a USB that contains legal documents and various societal records. Whitehaven Heritage Association Inc. assisted in the information Sharon Roeble collected.
Sharptown Postcard collection
by Unknown (1914 – 1916)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Sharptown Postcard collection contains a series of postcards and stamps of various places within Sharptown, Maryland. The postcards date between 1914-1916.
Sheet Music collection
by Crawford, Robert; Gershwin, Ira; Kern, Jerome (circa 1940)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Sheet Music collection contains sheet music for "Make Way For To-morrow", written by Jerome Kern and Ira Gershwin, and "The Army Air Corps", written by Robert Crawford.
Sheila Astrea McGrath Family History collection
by McGrath, Shelia Astrea (1910 – 1992)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Sheila Astrea McGrath Family History Collection contains genealogical material tracing the ancestry of Sheila Astrea McGrath. Items include a pedigree chart, photocopies of tombstones, and 1910 and 1920 censuses.
Shirley Nock collection
by Nock, Shirley (1771 – 1910)
1 oversize folder (1.25 linear feet)
The Shirley Nock collection contains historical property documents from Nock's family, primarily from Worcester County, Maryland, and dating between 1771 and circa 1910. The majority of the documents, which include deeds, land patents, surveys, and financial notes, relate to George and Andrew Smith. Also included are items related to Parker and Hearn families, as well as the Leonard family (including strawberry picker tickets).
Shoreland Club collection
by Johnson, R. H.; Poisker, Marjorie B.; Stewart, Rachel; Street, Janet (1906 – 2004)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The collection of the Shoreland Club contains four essays on the history of the Shoreland Club. The first essay was compiled by Marjorie B. Poisker in 2004 and discusses outreach programs of the Shoreland Club. The second essay is a talk by Janet Street in 1996 and gives a more historical look at the club. The third essay was written by Rachel Stewart and discusses the history of the Shoreland Club from 1906-1946. The last essay was written by R. H. Johnson and discussed the early history of the Shoreland Club.
Shoreland Club records
by Shoreland Club (1906 – 2006)
5 boxes (2.5 linear feet)
The Shoreland Club Collection includes hand written minute books, newspaper clippings, a typed history of the club, typed constitutions, and pictures of club events. This collection also includes numerous Chronological files which are an assortment of newspaper clippings, pictures, handwritten letters, and typed letters sent to and from club members.
Shoreland Freezers Incorporated records
by Miles, W. Ballard (1959 – 2006)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
The Shoreland Freezers Incorporated Records contain photographs and a land plat pertaining to Shoreland Freezers, Incorporated. Included are aerial black and white and color photographs from 1972 and 1996. The photographs show the layout of the company from different angles. Included are a 1959 land survey done by W. Ballard Miles, and a 2006 four-paged survey by W. Ballard Miles, and a 2006 four paged survey by Davis, Bowen & Friedel Inc.
Short Family papers
by Short Family (1810-1896, 2004)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
This collection contains original receipts and documents maintained by the Short Family of Worcester County, Maryland that span from the early to late 19th Century. Most promissory notes are in regards to members of the Short Family and give insight into daily life during that time period. Background information and genealogical research can also be viewed about the donor and the Short Family.
Sidney and Elsie Northam papers
by Northam, Elsie; Northam, Sidney (1941 – 2013)
2 boxes (1 linear feet)
The papers of Sidney and Elsie Northam document their life in Snow Hill, Worcester County, Maryland from 1941-2013 with the bulk of the material dating from 1995-2005. Materials include correspondence between Sidney and Elsie from a 1958 trip to Washington State, Elsie’s daily journal entries with regard to her life as well as the weather and the Northam News, which Elsie wrote to keep friends and family informed on their activities. Also included are photographs, a family tree and print images of Snow Hill. Also included in the collection are a series of photocopies of the business correspondence, receipts and ledgers of Sidney Northam’s grandfather, James Adkins. Adkins was a blacksmith in Newark, Maryland from 1899-1917. Note: Adkins photocopies were created by Sidney Northam in the late 1990s.
Silverthorne Family Collection
by Silverthorne Family (1636 – 1991)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Silverthorne Family Collection contains an in-depth genealogical history of the Silverthorne family. There are multiple family trees within the collection, and volumes 12-14 of their family newsletter. There are birth, death, and marriage dates within the collection. There are details as to why there are Silverthorne family members in the Midwest. The earliest member of the family mention is William Silverthorne who was born in 1636 on the Eastern Shore of Virginia.
Silvia-Adams Family Tree Collection
by Unknown (2003)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The collection documents the family tree of the Silvia and Adkins families. The documenting material is a family tree on a 3 1/2 inch floppy disc.
Simpkins-Peacock WWII Photo Collection
by Unknown (1940s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains news clippings of Harry Peacock and Martha Simpkins while they served during WWII.
Sketch of William's Conquest
by Wilson, William (2013)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains copies of the sketch that William Wilson made of William's Conquest for the Nabb Center's 2013 fundraising event. The sketch was used on the invitations for the event.
Skipjack Races Booklet Collection
by Unknown (1991 – 2018)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
This collection contains a collection of Skipjack Races booklets from 1991 to present. Contained in the booklet are a list of past winners of the races, Miss Skipjack, Little Miss Skipjack and Little Mister Skipjack, advertisements and memorials.
Smith (Emma Lou) Salisbury Report Card
by Newton, Ruth E. (1902)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains three letters from Ruth E. Newton to Albert and Carrie Smith in 1902. The letters are progress reports for their daughter, Emma Lou Smith, as she attended possibly first grade.
Smith Family Collection
by Miles, Moody K. III; Stewart, John Richard (1863 – 1990)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Smith Family Collection contains a collection of Maryland cemetery records, an index for the book "The Parson of the Islands", and small genealogical information on the Smith family. The cemetery records cover All Saints Church, John Wesley United Methodist Church, Manokin Presbyterian Church, Parsons Cemetery, and Rock Creek Cemetery. The record was conducted by John Richard Stewart. The book index was written by Moody K. Miles, III. The Smith family genealogical information is taken from the Smith Family Bible, which includes a birth and death date for family members.
Smith Island baseball team photograph
by Northam, Charles (1948)
1 folder (0 linear feet)
This digital collection consists of one image of a newspaper clipping that reprinted a photograph of Smith Island baseball team in 1948. All of the individuals in the photograph, donated by Charles Northam, are identified.
Smith Island Poetry and Prose collection
by Middleton, Alice; Smith Island Times (1999 – 2001)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Smith Island Poetry and Prose Collection contains copies of the Smith Island Times from the 1991 to 2001. The copies have poetry, obituaries, and general historical inofrmation on Smith Island. There is also a copy of "Maryland's Right, Tight Isle Smith" written by Alice Middleton.
Snappy Six Orchestra Photograph
by Unknown (1926)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a photograph of "The Snappy Six." The Snappy Six Orchestra was the first professional orchestra/performing band in Salisbury, Maryland. Band members were: Billy Hopkins (Drums), Howard Riggin (Saxophone), H. Brewington (Banjo), Ralph Wernbrow (Horn), and Jane Truitt (piano).
Snow Hill Baptist Church collection
by Unknown (circa 1980)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Snow Hill Baptist Church Collection contains information on the Old School Baptist Church in Snow Hill, Maryland. Included is a smaller pamphlet with a brief history, accompanying photographs, and writings from the rectors themselves titled "Bicentennial Celebration of the Welsh Tract Church." Also included are miscellaneous historical writings, many without authors or dates of writing. The validity of these texts is therefore unknown, however many of them were used by Sylvia Bradley and other researchers: the document of such research is included as well.
Snow Hill Meeting House Ledger
by Unknown (circa 1988)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Snow Hill Meeting House Ledger contains a transcribed copy of the session book from the Snow Hill Meeting House as well as legal records such as wills and inventories.
Somerset County Bible records
by Thompson, Ray (circa 1994s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains the transcriptions of various Somerset County family Bible records from the 17th to the 20th Century. Many of the transcriptions were undertaken by Dr. G. Ray Thompson and Rebecca Miller at Teackle Mansion in Princess Anne, MD over the course of 1994.Examples of families transcribed include Smith, Dashiell, Riggin, Williams, Atkins, Teackle, Johnson, Lowe, Ballard, Wilson, and more.
Somerset County Bible Society records
by Somerset County Bible Society (1794 – 2018)
3 boxes (1.5 linear feet)
The Somerset County Bible Society records document the activities and extensive membership of the religious organization whose purpose was to distribute Bibles and promote further interest in the scripture. Located in Somerset County, Maryland, the organization’s records date from its inception in 1828-2018 with the bulk of the material encompassing the annual meetings and membership rosters, 1875-1986. Corresponding organization material also includes a scrapbook from annual meetings, correspondence and deposit receipts from the Maryland Bible Society and a Bible from 1794.
Somerset County Chesapeake Bay Critical Area Program
by Unknown (1987)
1 oversize folder (1.5 linear feet)
The collection consists of a report on the Somerset County Chesapeake Bay Critical Area Program. The report on conservation and development was prepared by the firms of Rogers, Golden & Halperin and Reman/Johnston & Associates, and published in 1987.
Somerset County Church Ephemera
by Unknown (circa 1930s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection consists of two pieces of ephemera from Somerset County, Maryland: a postcard of Asbury Methodist Church in Mt. Vernon and a brochure for "Deal's Island Joshua Thomas homecoming." The Deal Island brochure contains advertisements and a program of events that were intended to raise money for the church for debt incurred during the Great Depression.
Somerset County Ephemera collection
by Unknown (1917)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains pamphlets pertaining to the Pomfrett Plantation and the Washington Hotel.
Somerset County Essay collection
by Fisher, Audrey C.; Pusey, David; Stone, Bonnie C. (1961, 1994)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Somerset County Essay collection contains three essays regarding Somerset County. The essays include: "Maryland's Rehobeth on the Pocomoke" written by Audrey C. Fisher, "Princess Anne Ties a Noose" written by David Pusey, and "How did Somerset County Compare with the State as a whole in the Founding of Colonial Religions?" written by Bonnie C. Stone.
Somerset County Garden Club Collection
by Somerset County Garden Club (1961 – 2012)
5 boxes (5 linear feet)
This collection contains the official documents from the garden club, meeting information, a range of event details, photographs, scrapbooks, and multimedia learning material for members. It also features a composition book dating back to the club's origins with history of its beginnings.
Somerset County High School photograph
by Somerset County Board of Education (1931)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains photographs of Somerset High School Class of 1931, and a list of names that identifies the students in the first photo in front of the school. The students in the classroom photo are unidentified.
Somerset County Land Grant records
by Somerset County, Md. (1875)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains two land grants dated 1875 from the Land Office of Somerset County. One deed is granted for 266 and three-quarter acres of a plot known as "Visions Luck". The other patent is for a location known as "Denwood's Den", which is 300 acres. The grant for "Visions Luck" briefly mentions that Denwood's Den is adjoining to that land plot. Both plots are close to the Wicomico River and have been in existence since the late 17th century.
Somerset County Land Patents
by Miles, William (circa 1800)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Photocopies of differing land patents from Worcester and Somerset Counties, as well as those of families in Scotland; land patents belonged to Ephriam Smullen, James Boston, John White, Stephen Horsey, and Thomas Manlove was known as "Smullen's Pleasure," "Good Luck" and "Deer Quarter." Original patents drawn by William F. Miles.
Somerset County Land Records
by Unknown (1680 – 1866)
1 oversize folder (1.25 linear feet)
This collection contains several land records documenting Somerset County plats from 1680 to 1866 (primarily 1770s to 1850s) including Spring Hill, Coscoway, Henry's Conclusion, and Crucked Chance. Included are courses, deeds (including one 1806 deed between George Perdue and William Parsons), land plats, an 1852 will and account distribution for Thomas White, a bond between Lambert Adkins and Joseph Ellis, and receipts documenting land transactions.
Somerset County Media collection
by Unknown (1670 – 1912)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
This collection contains compact discs entitled "Marriages and Deaths from the Eastern Shore 1881-1912" ,"1860 Census Accomack County, Virginia", "Somerset County Judicial Records from 1670, 1671, 1674, 1675, 1676, 1683, 1687, 1689, 1690-1695"," Ballard Miles Plats", "Clay, Fire and Hands: Clay Artists on the Eastern Shore", "Church Basement Songs, Kirk Mariner", "Maryland State Bar Association: An Oral History", "Pocomoke's Oldest Houses", "Frank A. Warren House", "On One Accord: Singing and Praying Bands of Tidewater Maryland and Delaware."
Somerset County Physicians collection
by Collins, Clarence E. (circa 1963)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Somerset County Physicians collection contains a copy of the book "Somerset County Physicians" written by Clarence E. Collins in 1791. Also included are articles that were written about the book, and on the death of Collins, a photocopied excerpt from "History of Crisfield" by Woodrow T. Wilson about doctors in the area, and their obituaries from 1963.
Somerset County Rent Roll
by Somerset County, Md. (1744)
2 boxes (1.5 linear feet)
This collection contains a ledger for the Rent Roll of Somerset County beginning in 1744; the rent roll documents the accounts or schedule of rents due from land tenants and the dollar amount received.
Somerset County Store Ledger
by Stamford, James (1842 – 1845)
1 folder (1 linear feet)
This collection contains a store ledger. The Ledger itself appears to belong to a man, James Stamford as that is the name on the cover page.
Somerset County Topographical Map
by Unknown (1906)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Somerset County Topographical Map contains a compact disc with digital images of the 1906 map of Somerset County showing the topography and election districts.
Somerset County, Md. ephemera
by Unknown (1950 – 1980)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
Ephemera of Somerset County contains ephemera relating to multiple areas of Somerset County, Maryland. Such memorabilia ranges from Bicentennial pamphlets, tourist brochures for Princess Anne, and brief histories of Smith Island. Additionally, this collection contains essays pertaining to the subjects of disappearing islands, and Tangier Island.
Sorting Some of the Wrights of Southern Virginia CD-Rom Collection
by Grant, Robert (2003)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection consists of seven CD-Roms containing "Sorting Some of the Wrights of Southern Virginia," which was written by Robert Grant in 2003. CD 1 contains Part 1: 1763 Thomas Wright - volume 1 & 2: Text CD 1 contains Part 1: 1763 Thomas Wright - volume 3 & 4: Text CD 3 contains Part 1: 1763 Thomas Wright - volume 5: Descendants Chart & volume 6: Sources CD 4 contains Volumes 1 & 2: Text & Index, Descendants Chart & Index Sources CD 5 contains Part II: John Wright the Carpenter - volumes 1 & 2: Text CD 6 contains Part II: John Wright the Carpenter - volume 3: Text & Index to Text, Descendants Chart & Descendants Index CD 7 contains Part II: John Wright the Carpenter - sources
South Division Street Bridge Photograph
by Unknown (circa 1908 – 1918)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This is a photograph of the bridge washed out at South Division Street in Salisbury, Maryland, circa 1908-1918.
South Dorchester Folk Museum collection
by South Dorchester Folk Museum (2001 – 2022)
3 boxes (2.25 linear feet)
The South Dorchester Folk Museum collection documents programs and lectures held at the museum in Cambridge, Maryland from 2001-2022. The history of southern Dorchester County is immortalized in these Digital Video Disc (DVD) recordings of presentations and feature information about Hooper’s Island, Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, decoy carving, hunting traditions, songs and local family history.
Souvenir of Crisfield (MD) Booklet
by Milbourne, Roscoe C. (1916)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a 1916 booklet entitled "Souvenir of Crisfield Maryland: Boost and Progress" which was edited and published by Roscoe C. Milbourne.
St. Giles property records
by Clay, Anne Morris (1982)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Property records of St. Giles, a Federal style home located near Hebron, Wicomico County, Maryland; the records document the property's chain of ownership through copies of original land records and research notes created by Anne Morris Clay in 1982 for a historic property inventory for the Maryland Historic Trust and the National Trust of Historic Places.
St. Paul's Episcopal Church 300th Anniversary Materials Collection
by St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Vienna Parish (2009)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains two printed items pertaining to the 300th Anniversary of Vienna Parish and its four churches, Chapel on Chicone Creek, Chapel of Ease, Old Church on Race Street and St. Paul's Episcopal Church.
St. Peter's Methodist Church records
by St. Peter's Methodist Church (1857 – 1984)
2 boxes, 2 folders (4.25 linear feet)
St. Peter’s Methodist Church records consist of the records of St. Peter’s Methodist Church in Hopewell, Maryland, offering insight into a Methodist congregation from 1857-1984. It contains ledgers documenting the church’s baptisms, marriages, membership, and finances. It includes a ledger recording the church’s history to 1869, and a copy of the deed uniting it with Immanuel Methodist Church in Crisfield, Maryland, in 1965. The collection also contains ephemera related to the church. It includes a photograph of volunteers repainting the church in 1954, and a program marking the church’s 200th anniversary in 1982.
Stanley Kolb certificate
by Unknown (1943)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Paper certificate issued to Stanley Denmead Kolb of Wicomico County, noting his ranking of Captain, Infantry in the Maryland State Guard, July 19, 1943. The certificate is signed by Governor Herbert R. O'Conor.
Starre Wiehe Newspaper Collection
by Weihe, Starr Culver (1900s)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains newspaper clippings from John Culver's regular column called "Shadowgraphs of Somerset", and a copy of the Village Herald from Princess Anne from 1837.
Stars and Stripes newspaper
by American Expeditionary Forces (1918 – 1919)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Bound volume of the World War I era newspaper, Stars and Stripes. The paper, an American military paper printed in France from February 8, 1918 - June 13, 1919, and published by the American Expeditionary Forces. The paper reports on a variety of matters on the war and home front that would concern members of the United States Armed Forces.
Stephen and Hannah Adkins papers
by Adkins, Hannah; Adkins, Stephen (1883, 1999)
3 boxes, 3 folders (4.75 linear feet)
Stephen and Hannah Adkins collection consists of the genealogical research of Stephen and Hannah Adkins from 1964-1999. It contains genealogical charts, manuscripts, notes, extracts, photographs and newspaper clippings documenting families of the Delmarva Peninsula. It includes copies of the service records of Cornelius and Samuel Coffin, who served in the Union Army during the Civil War. The collection also contains a ledger from the A.S. Lewis General Store in Vienna, Maryland from 1883.
Stereoscope card collection
by Keystone View Company (1910 – 1920)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Sepia-toned stereoscopic cards depicting images of World War I soldiers on the front lines and in the trenches also included is an image of Georges Clemenceau, Woodrow Wilson and Lloyd George leaving the palace of Versailles after the signing of the peace treaty, 1918; other cards depict a man and woman having a humorous time with an early 1900s laundry system. The cards were produced by the Keystone View Company and Berry, Kelley and Chadwick.
Sterling Collection
by Maryland State Police (1900s)
4 folders (0.04 linear feet)
This collection chronicles the beginnings of the Maryland State Troopers and one of its first inductees, Arthur Jones. It also includes a history of the Radcliffe family and manuscripts covering the early churches of Dorchester County.
Sterling Photograph collection
by Unknown (1907 – 1919)
1 oversize box (3 linear feet)
This collection of photographs portrays a 1919 tribute to fallen soldiers of World War I in Dorchester County, Maryland. It also features a photocopy of a photograph taken from an unidentified book featuring the Cambridge High School Sophomore Volleyball team in 1914. The team is comprised of young women. Also of note is a 1907 photograph of the Cambridge Baseball Club, winners of the Eastern Shore and Delaware baseball championship of the same year. Team members have been identified on the back of the photograph by last name only. Do not attempt to flip the photograph. To prevent further damage to the photograph, members of the team are identified below. 1. Bonthron - Catcher 2. Townsend - Left Field and Captain 3. Corneil - 2nd Base 4. John Franklin Baker - 3rd Base 5. Baker - Umpire 6. Coolin - 1st Base 7. Wilson - Pitcher 8. Dawson - Center Field 9. Cunningham - Pitcher 10. Bonthron - 2nd Base 11. Bassett - Catcher and Manager 12. Gallagher - Short Stop 13. H. C. Byrd - Pitcher 14. Norman Meekin - Mascot
Stevens and Thomas Family Collection
by Stevens, Herman (1851 – 2019)
1 box, 2 oversize folders (1 linear feet)
This collection contains business and personal papers collected by Herman Stevens, including copies of the Daily Banner, personal photographs, certificates, obituaries, and papers from the Methodist Church. This collection also contains a large tintype portrait of a man dated circa 1870s, a large crayon portrait of a child, a copy of the Cambridge Democrat Newspaper from 1851, a 1912 cruise brochure booklet, and a July 1917 copy of National Geographic.
Stevenson Family Collection
by Unknown (1675 – 1995)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Stevenson Family Collection contains genealogical information about the Stevenson family. The purpose of the collection is to prove that their ancestor, Joseph Stevenson, is related to the members of the Eastern Shore Stevenson family. They also want to see if Joseph Stevenson is a common ancestor of Maryland and Indiana Stevenson family members.
Stewart J. Pomeroy WWII Coast Guard Papers
by Pomeroy, Stewart J. (1922 – 1965)
2 folders ( linear feet)
This collection contains materials pertaining to Stewart Pomeroy of New Jersey, who served in WWII. Items include discharge papers, photographs, correspondence written to his family from 1942 to 1944, and a journal of the USS Sea Cloud from June 11 to June 28, 1942 and March 21 to 29, 1943, which contains an account of the rescue of eight survivors of the Portuguese schooner Maria da Gloria, which was torpedoed by the U-94. Also included are newspapers from the New Jersey-New York area describing the disaster of the Normandie. In addition, there are several Icelandic ephemera, a 1944 issue of the Icelandic newspaper Visir, currency and scenic photographs.
Story of the 320th Infantry
by 320th Infantry (1945)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains the story of the 320th infantry.
Sudler Family History Collection
by Unknown (1663 – 1920)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Sudler Family History Collection contains genealogical information on the Sudler family. There is an introduction explaining the meaning of the Sudler name, and genealogical history on when Sudler family members were born, died, and married. There is also a section of a biographical description for the family members.
Sudlersville, Jimmy Foxx ephemera
by Sudlersville Community Betterment Club (1987 – 2007)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection consists of ephemera from the Sudlersville Community Betterment Club related to Hall of Fame baseball player, Jimmy Foxx, who was born in Sudlersville, Maryland. It includes a National Baseball Hall of Fame Museum postcard, as well as programs from tribute events held in 1987, 1997, and 2007.
Sunday School Advocate
by Antioch Methodist Church (1917)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Sunday School Advocate, September 1, 1917; published weekly, a youth reader with articles about botany, insects, editorials about flag day, and how-to handi-crafts appropriate for school-age boys and girls.
Sussex County (Del.) Sheriff records
by Sussex County Sheriff’s Department (1903 – 1995)
68 oversize folders (28 linear feet)
The Sussex County Sheriff records document court cases from 1903-1995 in Sussex County, Delaware. The collection contains financial records for the court and sheriff’s department as well as specific records of costs and outcomes from the court cases occurring from 1903 to 1995. There are records for both the Sussex County Superior Court, as well as the Court of Common Pleas. The records are largely limited to Ledgers, Fee Books and Receipt Dockets. The Ledgers contain basic budgetary information for the Court and the Sheriff’s department, recording costs covered by the court’s budget. The Fee Books record cases by month, with a record of the fees which were to be paid by the court system’s budget. The Receipt Dockets contain information on individual cases and features an index of cases with monetary information and case outcomes.
Sylvia Bradley collection
by Bradley, Sylvia (1841 – 1993)
7 boxes, 2 oversize folders (7 linear feet)
The Sylvia Bradley collection documents her research on the history and culture of the Delmarva Peninsula with materials dating from 1841-1993, with the bulk of the materials dating from 1970-1989. The documents encompass research done by Bradley on the Eastern Shore of Maryland for several of her published histories and articles, including Mardela Springs, Maryland: a History. Documents within the collection include manuscripts on Eastern Shore women during the Civil War, student papers, Berlin Advance newspapers, correspondence regarding Delmarva, and photographs of Eastern Shore cities.
Synepuxent Bay Accident Collection
by Kerns, J. Seeger (November 5, 1986)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Within the collection is a quick overview of an accident that took place on the Synepuxent Bay (Sound Bay) on Wednesday July 11, 1838. A squall upset on one of the boats caused eighteen people to be thrown into the water, with six drowning.
Tangier Island Holly Run Collection
by Helen Woods (1971 – 2009)
1 box (1 linear feet)
This collection contains correspondence, plans, and pilot information regarding Tangier Island’s holiday Holly Run from the years 1971 to 2009.
Tangier Island pamphlet
by Wilson, Woodrow T. (1976)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Tangier Island pamphlet contains a pamphlet titled "History of Tangier Island, Virginia" written by Woodrow T. Wilson. The pamphlet contains a brief history of Tangier Island with a geographical map on the last page, as well as local cooking recipes, and various photographs of the locales.
Tanner-Ritchie Medieval and Early Modern Britain DVD Collection
by TannerRitchie Publishing (2007)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection consists of two DVDs relating to medieval and early modern England, Scotland and Ireland.
Tawes and Porter Geneology Research Collection
by Trader, James R. (1802 – 1997)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Tawes and Porter Geneology Research Collection contains genealogical information on the Tawes and Porter family. James R. Trader researched the family, and compiled the genealogy into a family tree. There are also secondary articles pertaining to the family histories.
Taylor Family Correspondence
by Taylor, John B.; Taylor, Lizzie M. (1900 – 1937)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Taylor Family Correspondence contains letters from both Lizzie M. Taylor, and John B. Taylor from 1900 to 1937. The subjects of the letters include Lizzie Taylor's career as an elementary teacher at the Savage school, an invitation to Myra Ann Bennett's wedding, property tax receipts from Salisbury, and a payment booklet from the Feldman Brothers located in Salisbury, Maryland. Also in the collection are postcards from Taylor's relatives, a newspaper clipping announcing the wedding of their daughter Kay Taylor, and photographs of Lizzie Taylor and unidentified family members.
Teachers Second Grade Certificate
by State of Maryland (1870s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
State of Maryland education certificate for the General System of Free Public School. The certificate documents the accomplishments of a teacher and certifies them for teaching in the public school system. This is a blank certificate and could be used in any of Maryland's counties in the 1870s.
Teaching American History program records
by Wicomico County Board of Education (2004 – 2006)
3 boxes (2.25 linear feet)
The Teaching American History program records document the creation and implementation of teaching methods using original local source records for Wicomico County teachers. The materials date from 2004-2006, with the bulk of the material dating to 2004. These records include compact discs containing lesson plans on American history created by the participants of the program. The records also contain audio cassettes and compact discs of oral history interviews. These interviews focus on a variety of topics relating to the Eastern Shore, including segregation and integration, education and World War II.
Telephone Directories collection
by Diamond State Telephone Company; The Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company (1923 – 1938)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Telephone Directories collection documents the names and occupations of citizens and companies, as well as their phone numbers, along the Eastern Shore of Maryland and Delaware, in 1923, 1925, and 1938.
Texas Oil Company Plant photograph
by Unknown (1986)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Black and white 1986 reproduction print photograph of the Texas Oil Company Plant located in Salisbury, Maryland. The image, originally taken around 1915, depicts the modes of oil transportation, horse and carriage as well as an automobile.
The Chesapeake Peninsula and Scions of Aristocracy Writings
by Richardson, Hester D.; Townsend, George Alfred (1872 – 1906)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains two magazine articles dated 1872 and 1906. The 1872 article is from Scribner's March publication and is entitled "The Chesapeake Peninsula". The 1906 article is from the North American Review and is entitled "Scions of Aristocracy in America."
The Farm Journal
by Atkinson, Wilmer (1882)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Farm Journal was created in December 1882 to document practical farming practices from Philadelphia to Chicago including poultry, livestock, in season topics and how to notes. Published by Wilmer Atkinson.
The Ideas Booklet
by Wicomico High School (1913)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a copy of "The Ides" published in 1913. The publication is connected to Wicomico High School.
The Lady's Wreath Collection
by Medical Bureaus of Information on Birth Control (1845 – 1930)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a copy of the Lady's Wreath from January 1845. Additionally, this collection contains a pamphlet on birth control published in 1930 by Dr. Norman Carr in London.
The Old Homestead Rare Book
by Tilghman, William B. (1890 – 1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains one book entitled "The Old Homestead" by William B. Tilghman. Within it are pictures complimented by a poem of the aforementioned title and dates from the late 1890s to early 1900s.
The Primitive Physic
by Julia A. Purnell Museum (circa 1950)
1 oversize folder (1.25 linear feet)
This broadside, entitled "The Primitive Physic," was compiled by the W.Z. Purnell at the Julia A. Purnell Museum in Snow Hill, Maryland, circa 1950. Listed are remedies recommended in Reverend John Wesley's 1747 book, "Primitive Physic." Also included is a copy of an Eastern Shore doctor's bill from 1689.
The Salisbury Advertiser
by Salisbury Advertiser (Tuesday, January 2, 1883.)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
An issue of The Salisbury Advertiser, Tuesday Edition, January 2, 1883. This edition includes notices for property sales, court proceedings, collector's sales, jokes, and sermons.
The Salisbury Advertiser (Last Issue)
by Salisbury Advertiser (March 6, 2002)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
The last issue of the Salisbury News and Advertiser, Vol. 135, No. 10, March 6, 2002.
The SPAAA CD
by Foreman, Barry O. (2008)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a CD of the Society for the Preservation of the African American Arts singing African American spirituals.
The Washington Correspondence Collection
by Buchanen, James; van Buren, Martin (1838 – 1864)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains letters from significant Washingtonians including Presidents Martin Van Buren and James Buchanen and other government agencies, 1838-1864.
Theodore Burton papers
by Robinson, Wright (1993)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Newspaper article reflecting on the life of Theodore Burton, Jr., written in 1993.
Theodore Dize Papers
by Dize, Theodore; Dize, Westley (1894 – 1995)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
The Theodore Dize Papers document the shipping business of the bugeye James G. Blaine, captained by Theodore and Westley Dize, between 1894 and 1923. An additional account from 1995 records the names of watermen who shipped out of Baltimore at the turn of the century to dredge oysters. Dize shipped out of Crisfield, Smith Island, and Baltimore, dredging oysters and transporting merchandise. The shipping business is documented through agreements, worker records, and extensive receipts. Also included are printed ephemera including book advertisements.
Thesis of Michael James Kelly
by Kelly, Michael J. (1971)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
The Thesis of Michael James Kelly, a candidate for a Master of Arts in HIstory at the University of Maryland, is titled, Family Reconstitution of Stepney Parish, Somerset County, Maryland. Kelly utilized data from the parish registers to gather informational data on each of the families to study their vital statistics to learn about the family structure.
Thinking and Doing of Wicomico County School Systems World War II Oral History Collection
by Thinking and Doing Program (2013 – 2016)
1 carton (1.15 linear feet)
This collection contains unedited videos with supplementary materials of the Veterans History Project done by Thinking and Doing Program of Wicomico County School Systems. Led by teachers Kelly Hamilton, Amanda Markos, Jen Watson and Kristen Briggs, the project, entitled "Historical Documentaries: Preserving the Past for Future Generations", was conducted by fourth graders. It was honored with the Calcott Award. Veterans interviewed were Emory Homer Adkins, James R. Allen, Frank Augustus Baker, Jr., Richard Stuart Barr, Albert Bowman, Robert W. Cook, Austin Howeth Cox, John William Cragg, Jean K. Hall Dennis, Harvey Lee Dolby, Richard Dowd, Vernon J. Downes, Dab Ganley, George Washington Gering, Jr., Claude Tyler Giles, Frank Benjamin Havens, Lawrence Andrew Hilte, Albert Herman Kessler, Hubert Orland Langrall, Victor H. Laws, Jr., Robert Lynch, Lloyd Goldsborough McAllister, Robert McKenney, Robert G. Miller, Genevieve Miracle, Charles Edward Mowbray, William "Ace" Parker, Mildred Kipp Powers, William Edwin Purnell, Lee Pepper Riggin, Charles J. Ripple Sr., Herman T. Ruth, Jr., John J. Saur, Donald Eugene Schramm, Donald Sewell, Charles Brandford Silvia, William Lee Simpson, Richard Smith, David Stavely, Robert Tawes, Alfred T. Truitt, Jr., and William R. Wainwright.
Third Battalion, 115th Infantry Photograph
by Unknown (circa 1919)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Sepia-toned oversized photographic print of the Third Battalion, 115th Infantry, American Expeditionary Forces, France, April 1919. Company I, from Salisbury, is most likely the second block in from the left.
Thomas Coke and World Methodism booklet
by Vickers, John A. (1976)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This booklet, entitled "Thomas Coke and World Methodism" by John A. Vickers, is the publication of a lecture given by Vickers at the Methodist Conference in Sheffield, 1964.
Thomas Crockett Book
by Crockett, Thomas (1650 – 1894)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Thomas Crockett Book contains two copies of the book titled "History of Tangier Island" written by Thomas Crockett. The book contains a history of Tangier Island from its founding to 1984.
Thomas Davidson collection
by Davidson, Thomas (circa 1982)
6 folders (0.06 linear feet)
The Thomas Davidson Collection contains research papers written by Thomas E. Davidson on subjects regarding the Eastern Shore, involving slavery, Native Americans, and freedman during the 18th and 19th centuries. This collection contains an essay titled, "Free Black on the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland: The Colonial Period -1662 to 1775." There is also an essay on Indian villages on lower Delmarva titled "Historically Attested Indian Villages on the Lower Delmarva." Another essay is "Free Black Landowners on the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland 1783-1861." There is also an essay titled, "The Demographics of Freedom- Manumission Practices and the Shaping of the Eastern Shore's Free Black Population." The last essay is an archaeological excavation information booklet from Bloodsworth Island, Dorchester County, Md.
Thomas Gordon Parks papers
by Parks, Thomas Gordon (1960s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Typed manuscript with handwritten notes written by Thomas Gordon Parks on the history of Holland Island as well as the corresponding family history of the Parks, Bradshaw and Bennett families.
Thomas McLaughlin collection
by McLaughlin, Thomas (1886 – 1993)
8 folders (0.08 linear feet)
The Thomas McLaughlin collection contains two written reports on peach cultivation in Maryland and the history of the L.W. Gunby Company written by Tom McLaughlin. Additionally, this collection contains photographs of the Perdue and Gunby Repository, the L. W. Gunby Hardware Store, and L.W. Gunby. There are also research notes on agriculture in Maryland, including Orlando Harrison, Squires Farm, peach production, and orchard maintenance.
Thomas Pollitt Family Bible
by Unknown (1767)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
The Thomas Pollitt Family Bible, was published in 1767 and printed in London, England by Mark Baskett. The bible contains notations listing the births of Levin Morris (b. 1782) and the children of Titus, slaves owned by William Pollitt, ranging from 1783 to 1805. Two of the slaves became well-known Free Black men on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, the Rev. Frost Pollitt (1789-1871) and George Pollitt (1794-1850).
Thomas Price collection
by Price, Thomas (1865 – 2001)
5 boxes, 1 oversize folder (3.5 linear feet)
The Thomas Price collection consists of military and genealogical records accumulated by Thomas Price and dating from 1865 - 2001. It contains recordings and transcripts of interviews with three veterans of the First World War from Salisbury, Md. and records of the 115th Infantry Regiment of the Maryland Army National Guard. It also includes interviews, records, correspondence, photographs, publications and ephemera offering insight into military service during the First and Second World Wars and the Korean War. The collection also contains photographs of Deal Island, Md. from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. It also includes photographs, publications, and ephemera offering insight into civic and religious life on the Delmarva Peninsula.
Thomas S. Bradley Civil War Enlistment
by Unknown (1861)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Thomas S. Bradley Civil War Enlistment contains the 1861 enlistment record of Thomas S. Bradley, a constable from Brooklyn, New York who agreed to serve three years in the 5th New York Volunteers Regiment during the Civil War.
Thomas Sudler Sheriff Dockett
by Sudler, Thomas (1860s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains the Sheriff Thomas Sudler's docket from 1860.
Thomas W. Davis papers
by Davis, Thomas W. (1880 – 1970)
2 boxes, 1 oversize box (2.5 linear feet)
The Thomas W. Davis papers document the activities of the Davis, Truitt, and Dennis families of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, including Pittsville and Salisbury of Wicomico County, and Ocean City, of Worcester County. Additionally, photographs documenting their time spent in Claiborne, Maryland and Wauchula, Florida. The materials date from 1880-1970 with the bulk of the material dating from 1910-1945. The Davis family is documented through photographs, including tintypes, artifacts, baptismal certificates, newspaper clippings, an autograph book, bank check and receipt and other ephemera.
Thomas W. Davis papers
by Davis, Thomas W. (1903 – 1905)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Certificates of education acknowledging Thomas W. Davis, from the completion of school at Pittsville Grammar in 1903 and the shorthand course at the Eagan School of Business in Hoboken, New Jersey, 1905.
Thomas Wimbrow collection
by Wimbrow, Thomas D. (1892 – 1922)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection consists of a photograph and photocopies of railroad company tickets. The photograph was taken circa 1915 at the Whaleyville, Maryland station of the Baltimore, Chesapeake and Atlantic Railroad. The men in the photograph are Horace Hamblin, Ranzie Jones and Orville Cooper and are dressed in World War I army uniforms. The photocopies are an 1892 excursion ticket from the Baltimore & Eastern Shore Railroad Company and a 1922 Baltimore, Chesapeake & Atlantic Railway Company ticket. Also documented are two photographs of Sue Stewart Bounds grandparents, Grace Williams Stewart, and William E. Stewart, with corresponding photographs of their headstones.
Thomas Wimbrow Papers
by Windsor, Tony E. (2013)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains genealogical materials relating to the Truitt, Lankford, and Bounds families. Additionally, this collection contains photocopies of photographs of various family members connected to the aforementioned names, and a key chain made by Thomas Wimbrow to commemorate Burton Brothers Inc from Seaford, Delaware.
Thomas Wimbrow papers
by Wimbrow, Thomas D. (2011)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Thomas Wimbrow papers document the "child's eye view" of Main Street Berlin, Maryland circa 1943-1953. Documenting materials include a paper written by Thomas Wimbrow in 2011.
Thompson Postcard Collection
by Cavallini Papers & Co., Inc. (2001 – 2005)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains reproductions of daguerreotypes from The Art of the Daguerreotype exhibit at the J. Paul Getty Museum, as well as, the container the reproductions came in. The collection also features vintage map reproductions on postcards.
Thurston Studio Newspaper Collection
by The Salisbury Times (1928 – 1963)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Thurston Studio Camera shop was located at 151 Market Street, Salisbury, Maryland. This collection contains a bag from the shop and a newspaper highlighting the studio.
Timothy Beard papers
by Beard, Timothy (1729 – 2016)
5 cartons, 1 box (5.25 linear feet)
Timothy Beard papers document the life, family history, and life-long research of Sheffield, Massachusetts native, Timothy Field Beard, through numerous research notes, family photograph albums, memberships, and bibles. The papers date from 1729-2016, with the bulk of the papers dating from 1951-2001 reflecting on the core of his work, genealogy. Beard’s notes provide insight into numerous family lines other than his own and the membership rosters illustrate a collection of prominent lineages.
Tindley (Rev. Dr. Charles Albert) DVD
by E2 Entertainment, LLC (2008)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection consists of a 2008 DVD entitled "Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Reverend Dr. Charles Albert Tindley." The DVD discusses the life of ministry of Dr. Charles Albert Tindley, which is well documented, and the music he composed continues to inspire churches across the world to sing praise to God.
Tintype Photograph
by Unknown (1850 – 1900)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a single tintype photograph of unknown origin.
Tisinger Collection
by Unknown (1779 – 1975)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Tisinger Collection is a detailed genealogy on the Hudson Family of Worcester County, Maryland. The collection contains census data, marriage licenses, and birth and death dates of the Hudson family.
Toadvine and Handy Family Correspondence
by Handy, D. Claude; Toadvine, Mary (1931 – 1935)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Toadvine and Handy Family Correspondence contains correspondence, between D. Claude Handy and his cousin Mary, wife of Alexander D. Toadvine. The content of the letters pertain to Handy purchasing a grandfather's clock that was purchased in 1808 by his great grandfather, Richard Henry Handy for $200 and trying to figure out how to transport it from Salisbury to Annapolis.
Tolchester Beach Information
by Unknown (1880s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an advertisement for Tolchester Beach and the steamer Emma Ford.
Tom Cobb Playwright
by Gilbert, W. S. (1875)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a copy of "Tom Cobb or Fortunes Toy, An Original Farcical Comedy in Three Acts." The play was written by W. S. Gilbert.
Tom Fooks family history collection
by Fooks, Tom (1700 – 1900)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Tom Fooks Family History Collection records genealogy information for the Fassitt, Cropper, Buckby, and Robins Family. The recorded family history dates back to England in the 1500s, with a large emphasis on their daily lives. The collection also discusses life on the Eastern Shore for the early family members of Fassitt and Cropper. Included are wills, family bible birth and death dates, and general information about specific family members.
Tom Horton audio recordings and photographs
by Horton, Tom (1977 – 1999)
2 cartons (2 linear feet)
The Tom Horton audio recordings and photographs are a series of interviews conducted with individuals from the Chesapeake Bay Region of Maryland, 1977-1999 with the bulk of the material dating from 1989-1993. The audio cassettes were utilized as research for Horton’s book, “An Island out of Time: a memoir of Smith Island in the Chesapeake.” Recorded accounts from island residents, waterman, and individuals involved in the Chesapeake Bay Region share their life stories, customs, traditions, and concerns about Smith Island but also, other islands and places in and along Chesapeake Bay. Interviews also document Tangier, Deal, Assateague, Chincoteague Islands, and Havre De Grace, Maryland. Also documented are the audio recordings of Chesapeake Storytellers as well as regional spiritual and musical influences.
Tony Sarbanes Collection
by Sarbanes, Anthony Spyros (1917 – 2021)
7 folders (1 linear feet)
Anthony 'Tony' Sarbanes was an American athlete, scholar, educator, and soldier born in Salisbury, MD in 1937 to Greek immigrant parents. Sarbanes played basketball for Western Maryland College (now McDaniel College), and later embarked on a long career as a coach for various Salisbury schools in basketball, golf, and soccer. After serving as a teacher for several years, Sarbanes served as Vice Principal for several Salisbury schools, eventually becoming Principal for Wicomico High School and the first Principal of Parkside High School.
Tony Tank Creek Photograph
by Unknown (1938)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a black and white photo of Tony Tank.
Town and Country Garden Club records
by Town and Country Garden Club (1953 – 2014)
2 cartons, 2 oversize boxes (4 linear feet)
The records of the Town and Country Garden Club document the Wicomico County, Maryland ladies social club through their administrative files and activities from 1953 – 2014 with the bulk of the material dating from 1996 – 2006. Administratively, the organization held regular meetings as reflected in the records which are comprised of the organization's by-laws, membership records, financial records and meeting minutes. Socially, the garden club was very active hosting annual flower shows and Christmas Tea’s, these activities are documented via photographs, scrapbooks, and planning records.
Trader and Garretson Collection
by Unknown (1782 – 1996)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Trader and Garretson Collection contain personal information on Purnell Trader and Leah Garretson. There is also a land survey and land plat for Adaline Trader. There is also genealogical information on the Groves and Tuitt families. The last included material is a brochure for the Adkins Farm in Salisbury, Maryland.
Transcription of the E.E. Jackson and Company records
by Thompson, G. Ray (1883-1884, 2018)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Transcription of the records of E.E. Jackson and Company, found in the day book of James B. Armstrong. Records document the accounting transactions for wages paid to company workers, April 1883 - March 1884, which are documented by the type of labor along with the corresponding company debit and credit.
Transportation on Delmarva
by Henson Airlines (1960 – 1985)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Transportation on Delmarva documents the transportation methods on Delmarva between 1960 and 1985. Materials include photographs of buses, and planes, as well as flight plans and a paper on transportation written by an unknown author.
Trehearn Family Collection
by Price, Thomas B. B. Jr. (1666 – 1800)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Trehearn Family Collection is a detailed genealogical analysis of the Trehearn family. The collection was written by Salisbury State College history student, Thomas B. B. Price, Jr. Price details the Trehearn family in Somerset County by stating when people lived, the taxes they paid, slaves they had, and what was in their wills.
Trehearne Family collection
by Unknown (1847 – 1893)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
This collection contains material on the Trehearne family. Also included is a receipt into the Treasury of Maryland from 1847 from the Clerks of the County Court of Baltimore City Court and, the Methodist Advance, February 1893.
Trimper's Carousel
by Wagner, Meredith (1995)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Paper written by Meredith Wagner for a material culture class in 1995 at Salisbury University about the history of Trimper's Carousel, an Ocean City amusement landmark and includes corresponding photographs and citations.
Trinity Church Account Book
by Meyer & Brother (1908 – 1909)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a photocopy of the tithing account book from Trinity Church in Marion Station, Maryland. The collection also includes three loose notes for E. W. Tull, J. W. Coulbourne, and Tull, Miles & Co.
Trinity United Methodist Church collection
by Trinity United Methodist Church (1905 – 2005)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a DVD of the history of the Trinity United Methodist Church in Salisbury, Maryland, entitled "Our Story" along with a transcription of the information relayed in the film. A booklet entitled "A Sanctuary for a Century: Trinity United Methodist Church 100: 50 Year Members" is also included.
Trinity United Methodist Episcopal Church, South records
by Trinity United Methodist Episcopal Church, South (1880 – 2014)
1 carton, 2 boxes (2 linear feet)
Trinity United Methodist Episcopal Church, South records document the congregational activities of the church 1880-2014. Quarterly conference meeting minutes and pastor’s reports on the church’s activities support the church registers, which include marriage, baptismal, and membership records. Oral histories of parishioners and pastors also document the long-standing Salisbury, Maryland church.
Truckers and Savings Bank Ledger
by Truckers and Savings Bank (1906 – 1914)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Truckers and Savings Bank Ledger, 1906-1914, Salisbury, Maryland, documents local business and personal transactions for checking and savings accounts, including debits and credits. The ledger features a whos-who of Eastern Shore businesses in the early 20th century, such as Wimbrow Brothers, Adkins Brothers, Petey Manufacturing, and Bailey Brothers, as well as notable persons including Arthur W. Perdue, Sallie M. Brittingham, A.G. Shockley, and Guy Hearn.
Trustee's Sale advertisement
by Unknown (1908)
1 oversize folder (1.5 linear feet)
Trustee's Sale advertisement featuring the sale of real estate by George W. Bell, on March 28, 1908 in Sharptown, Maryland.
Tudor Hall Collection
by Unknown (1800 – 1961)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
This collection contains various photographs from the Tudor Hall and family photo albums of the Webster and Ballard families.
Tull and White Families papers
by Burnett, Polly White; White, Edward; White, Iris Tull; White, Southey King (1681, 1806-1986 )
2 cartons, 1 oversize folder (4.25 linear feet)
The Tull and White Families papers include an extensive volume of personal and professional materials including photographs and graphic advertisements from the 1820s to the 1980s. Of particular interest are large amounts of correspondence, popular advertisements, and photographs. The correspondence documents contemporary social and political thought on the Eastern Shore from a variety of perspectives. The collection also includes some materials which do not pertain directly to the family and include genealogical information, photographs, receipts, and correspondence.
Turpin Family History Collection
by Turpin, Carl J.; Turpin, Elma Kennerly (September 19, 1888)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Turpin Family History Collection contains correspondences between Turpin family members. Carl J. Turpin and Elma Kennerly Turpin discuss the state of local canneries, housing issues, and on the development of Salisbury as a whole. The letters are dated September 19, 1888.
Tyaskin, Md. records
by Unknown (1895 – 1970)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The records of Tyaskin, Maryland document the 1895 plat of land on the west side of Tyaskin Road as well as photographs of Tyaskin Wharf, and the Wetipquin Ferry. Also included is a survey conducted of the Colored Camp Ground in the Tyaskin District, dated 1898. Lastly, a reproduction canning label from the Tyaskin Packing Company and photographs from Old Asbury United Methodist Church.
Tylerton One-Room School House photograph
by Unknown (circa 1920 – 1930)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Tylerton One-Room School House photograph contains a photographic print of a one-room schoolhouse in Tylerton, MD, where Ruth Jones (second lady on the steps with darker hair) taught for four years 1927-1932.
U.S. Coastguard North Beach Station Photograph Scrapbook
by Purnell, William S. (1915, 1919)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The U.S. Coast Guard Scrapbook documents the service of the men of the U. S. Coast Guard Station at North Beach, Maryland. The photographs show the men in their travels along the coast of Maryland in 1915.
U.S. Government Memento Collection
by Unknown (1959 – 1970)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
This collection contains a philatelic portrayal in honor of the historic Apollo XI moon landing given to Joseph Ottenstein in 1970 for his service to the Nation and a reel-to-reel audiotape of the Director of the office of Civil and Dense Mobilization Leo A. Hoegh's interview on the topic of the preparations for a nuclear war in 1959.
Ulman and Sons Furniture Store Ledger
by Ulman and Sons Furniture Store (1952 – 1954)
1 oversize box (2.5 linear feet)
This collection contains the business ledger of Ulman and Sons Furniture Store located in Salisbury, Maryland. Sales of high-end furnishings, paints and wallpapers are noted throughout the ledger from December 1952 to June 1954 with business transactions occurring across the Eastern Shore including Salisbury and Crisfield, Maryland.
Unbound Newspaper collection
by Unknown (1773 – 2011)
38 oversize boxes (81 linear feet)
The Unbound Newspaper collection includes loose newspapers from various geographic locations across the Eastern Shore, the United States, and internationally. The majority of the newspapers within the collection are from the Delmarva Peninsula and include the Salisbury Daily Times, the Salisbury Advertiser, and the Centreville Record. Related materials can be found in the Bound Newspaper collection (2018.043).
Underground Railroad collection
by Leggett, Vincent O.; Ohio Historical Society; Quillin, Holli S. (1998 – 2001)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Underground Railroad collection contains three materials relating to the Underground Railroad movement. Such items include "Exploring a Common Past" booklet by the Ohio Historical Society, various Chesapeake studies by Vincent O. Leggett, and school curriculum concerning the movement authored by Holli S. Quillin.
Unidentified Photograph Collection
by Unknown (1920, 1930)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains three unidentified photographs that were taken on Maryland's Eastern Shore. An image of a Salt Box house, two young women and one young man resting on a floating dock, and a photograph of African American men laying the foundation for what appears to be decking for road and bridge construction.
United Methodist Church ephemera collection
by Bivalve United Methodist Church; Nanticoke Methodist Church (1975 – 1987)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Pamphlets on services and centennial celebrations at varying United Methodist churches on the Eastern Shore, including those in the Nanticoke-Bivalve Charge and the West Side Ministry in Whitehaven, 1975, 1986-1987.
United States and Maryland Pictorial Collection
by Unknown (1781 – 1945)
1 box (0.75 linear feet)
This collection contains a pictorial history of the American Soldier, Abraham Lincoln and locations within Maryland. It also includes printed articles about locations in this area including Poplar Hill Mansion and the Nassawango Iron Furnace. An article on Beverly Farm House discusses how it almost became Napoleon Bonaparte's final resting place. Most notably is a published poem by prominent Eastern Shoreman, William B. Tilghman about his home in Snow Hill, Maryland.
United States Post Office (Quantico, Md.) records
by United States Post Office (1889 – 1950)
5 cartons (5 linear feet)
The United States Post Office (Quantico, Md.) records includes account books, money order registrations, and route directories ranging from 1889-1950 with the bulk of the material dating from 1943-1950. These materials document neighborhood mail routes of post carriers and file registrations of the Quantico and Wetipquin communities. Also included is correspondence of the discontinuation of the Clara and Wetipquin office. Further, the collection includes a newsletter series called “The Postal Bulletin”. These bulletins are nationally issued instructions to postmasters to maintain corporate uniformity on matters such as retirement, international mailing, and war bond distribution.
United States Post Office (Vienna, Md.) records
by United States Post Office (1921 – 1954)
7 boxes (3.5 linear feet)
This collection of Vienna, Maryland post office documents spans from 1921 to 1954 with a concentration of material dated between the mid 1930s through the 1940s. The collection includes internal documents issued by the United States Post Office in Vienna, Maryland located in Dorchester County. A variety of printed and handwritten entries on forms were used for documenting the issuance of postal money orders at a time when residents may have lacked individual checking accounts, carrier receipt books for selling stamps and other postal products, cancelled checks, documents for a registry of dispatched items underwritten by the USPO, including C.O.D. mail and insured mail receipts, special delivery mail receipts, “spoiled” mail order inventories, and issues of “The Postal Bulletin,” an internal advisory issued to USPO branches in 1954.
United States Railway Association Collection
by United States Railway Association (1974 – 1981)
2 boxes (1.5 linear feet)
This collection contains various reports and plans from the United States Railway Association (USRA). These plans include the Preliminary and Final System Plans and maps to go along with these plans. Also included are evaluations of various plans put forth by USRA. There are also copies of various laws regarding USRA and railroads.
Untitled
by Unknown (1910)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This pamphlet--Whence Did The Negro Originate--was written in 1910 by the Rev. N. J. Tilghman, who was born in Salisbury, Maryland and lived in Palatka, Florida. The pamphlet details the racist theory that Black people became a separate race after the biblical Cain married an ape.
Uriah White Collection
by White, Uriah (1877 – 1965)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Uriah White Collection contains bibliographic information on Uriah F. White. Included are newspaper clippings about Uriah. Also included are photographs of Uriah White. There are also honors and retirement forms for the Pennsylvania Railroad Company, where Uriah F. White worked.
US 50/Route 301 Property Dispute records
by Whittle, Margaret (1951 – 1999)
1 carton, 1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
The US 50/Route 301 Property Dispute records documents the process Margaret Whittle went through to sell, her mother, Jeannette Nash’s estate and property on Kent Narrows in Kent Island. The records details correspondence with Margaret and the Maryland Department of Transportation regarding the trunk line and Bay Bridge expansion from 1951-1999, with the bulk of the material dating from 1976-1999 wherein Margaret was left with little ability to sell the estate.
US Life-Saving Service papers
by Wimbrow, Thomas D. (1987 – 2015)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
US Life-Saving Service papers document the history of the U.S. Life-Saving Service. The five articles in the collection were published in the Ocean City Museum Society's quarterly newsletter the "Scuttlebutt" from 2014-2015 written by Thomas Wimbrow. In addition, a copy of the Winter 1987 Prologe magazine from the National Archives delves into the history of the US Life-Saving Service.
V. L. Skinner collection
by Skinner, V. L. (2012)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The V.L. Skinner collection includes the genealogical research conducted by V. L. Skinner for Michael Drummond in 2012. There are family histories of the Townsend family, Hazzard family, and the Tilghman family from the Delmarva peninsula. Additionally are transcriptions of land deeds pertaining to the Hazzard family in 1811, 1816, and 1817. A transcription of the will of Atoney Heaverly from Sussex County, Delaware in 1700 is also included.
Vance Bradford Collection
by Bradford, Vance (1630 – 1930)
5 folders (0.05 linear feet)
The Vance Bradford Collection is based on the genealogical research of the Bradford Family. Vance Bradford did this research to publish a book over the family history of the Bradford's. This collection covers twenty years of research that involved correspondence, a "Bradford Descendants" newsletter, census indexes, lineage graphs, and descendant questionnaires. There are passages of the Bradford family book within this collection.
Vane Brothers Company Collection
by Hughes, Charles F. (1998)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains various materials related to the Vane Brothers Shipping Company. The focus of the collection is on the 1998 centennial celebration of the founding of the company. Included is a letter from the executives thanking buyers for their continual patronage, and also included is a business calendar.
Verizon Communications land records
by Verizon Communications (1993 – 2001)
12 cartons (12 linear feet)
Verizon Communications land records documents the easements and associated plat maps from the nine Eastern Shore counties that were surveyed for potential equipment use on a person’s property. Records from 1993-2001, document the location, property owner including chain of land title, square feet and cost, with the bulk of the records dating from 1997-1998 via photographs, plat maps, and correspondence.
Vernon R. Whitely papers
by Whitely, Vernon (1933 – 2006)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The papers of Vernon R. Whitely document his life experiences including his trip to the 1939 World’s Fair in New York, time spent in the Civilian Conservation Corps and as a member of the United States Army Signal Service during World War II. Documenting materials include a bound publication from the CCC, photographs and service records from his military service as well as post-war ephemera as a veteran. Materials date from 1933-2006 with the bulk of the material dating from his World War II service, 1944-1945.
Vernon Shay papers
by Shay, Vernon (1933 – 1970)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Vernon Shay papers document the life and work of Vernon Shay, who was involved in the Civilian Conservation Corps, 1933-1937, as well as an Army battalion member in World War II. Documenting materials include photographs of Shay, a CCC yearbook, as well as Grace United Methodist Church pamphlets, 1958 and 1970.
Vertical Files
by Unknown (Undated)
folders ( linear feet)
Vertical files contain subject based materials on the Eastern Shore, Delmarva, and the states of Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia as well as Salisbury University. Materials include newspaper clippings, brochures, handwritten information, and copies. For more detailed information, see the comprehensive list of subject material available attached to this guide.
Vessey House Floorplans
by Unknown (1983)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a first and second-floor plans for the Vessey House, also known as the Caldicott House and Essex Farm in Somerset County, Maryland. The plans are dated March 21, 1983.
Victor Lynn Lines records
by Victor Lynn Lines (1930 – 2006)
2 boxes (3.25 linear feet)
Victor Lynn Lines records document the water and freight industry of the Eastern Shore of Maryland. The materials date from 1930-2006 with the bulk of the materials dating from the final voyage of the Victor Lynn freighter to the eventual sale of the company, 1951-1961. Newspaper clippings and photographs document the company’s history and accomplishments.
Video of "A Separate Place"
by Nutter, Jeanne (2001)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Video of "A Separate Place" contains a VHS tape titled "A Separate Place: The Schools P.S. Dupont Built." The video covers the building of various Dupont sponsored schools between 1919 and 1940. The collection also contains a pamphlet and a teaching aid for the video. The pamphlet contains a brief overview, goal statements, and discussion questions about the video.
Vienna 300th Anniversary DVD
by Rinehart, Harry (2006)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection consists of a DVD containing footage taken by Bay Country Communcations for Channel 75 documenting the 300th anniversary celebration of the founding of Vienna, Maryland. Additionally, this collection contains a DVD discussing the history of John Smith Four Hundred located in Vienna.
Views of Salisbury film collection
by Unknown (1935)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
16 mm film and digitized copy featuring many different views of Salisbury, Maryland from 1935 including St. Peter's, Wicomico Presbyterian, Trinity and Asbury Churches; Wicomico High School, Maryland State Teachers College, Tuberculosis Sanatorium, Peninsula General Hospital and the John B. Parsons home.
Vincent and Morris photograph album
by Unknown (circa 1865, 1918)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Tintype and carte de visite photograph album of the Vincent and Morris families of Worcester and Wicomico Counties, Maryland and their descendants of Laurel, Sussex County, Delaware, c.1865-1918. The portraits depict the faces of the family including Mary B. Vincent, Thomas James Vincent Morris, and H. Durward Williamson, Jr.
Vincent and Riley family papers
by Riley, Beulah Vincent; Riley, John L.; Vincent, Virginia (1905 – 1953)
1 carton, 5 boxes (3.5 linear feet)
The Vincent and Riley family papers are the reflection of a prosperous Worcester County, Maryland family. The diaries from Virginia Lee Vincent and Beulah Vincent Riley provide a detailed account of their day-to-day lives in Snow Hill, Maryland from 1907 until 1953. Entries include the daily weather, church activities, Eastern Shore travel, and family goings-on and illnesses. Virginia and Beulah did have occasional entries on national elections and medical society meetings. Dr. John L. Riley’s physicians’ visiting lists are also included in the collection. These weekly lists contain Dr. Riley’s patients, type of contact (e.g., visit, prescription, dressing wound), and charges (total weekly and cumulative for year). His ledgers record the responsibilities of a rural physician ranging from daily visits, surgeries, vaccinations, and dentistry work.
Vinson and Buck Family Collection
by Allen, Betsy; Allen, Fulton; Allen, Lois; Buck, Leonard; Buck, Ruth Valesca Allen; Gorrell, Marlene Buck; Gorrell, William; Hancock, Julia "Betsy" Allen (1838 – 2012)
22 boxes, 7 oversize folders (10 linear feet)
The Vinson and Buck collection is made up of the personal papers and artifacts of the Buck family. The collection contains personal documents dating back to 1838 and includes the records and belongings of several families related to the Bucks, including: the Allens, the Gorrells, the Raudenbushes, the Klines, the Jennings and the Phillips. The bulk of the collection is made up of photographs that document Leonard Buck’s time in the military, the travels and home life of the Buck family, and local history. Other items include religious papers, personal and business correspondence, and family mementos.
Vinson Family papers
by Acevedo, Ruth (1997)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
Vinson Family papers document the family history of Stanley Towers who lives in Sussex County, Delaware. The research on the family was conducted by Ruth Acevedo, Stanley Towers’ sister-in-law. Stanley Towers descends from Nathaniel Potter Towers who was married to Jemima Vinson. The Vinson surname is also printed as Vincent in some records. The materials date from 1997 and the photocopies of the records were made at an unknown time by Ruth Acevedo. Genealogical research is documented through photocopies of wills, deeds, bible records, land records, correspondence, and photographs.
Virginia Ayers Satterfield Scrapbook Collection
by Satterfield, Virginia Ayers (1932 – 1944)
1 box (1 linear feet)
This collection contains personal memorabilia of Amanda Virginia Ayres Spencer Satterfield. Included are two scrapbooks relating to her high school experience at Ocean City (MD) High School from 1932 to 1939. In addition there is a ledger book from the Ambassador Apartments/Hotel from 1941 to 1944 which her father, Samuel Jacob Ayres owned and she later owned. The scrapbooks highlight her many activities, love interests and trips while at school. The ledger documents the guests who stayed at the hotel and the revenue accumulated during that period.
Virginia Jenkins papers
by Christ Episcopal Church; Jenkins, Virginia (1981 – 2002)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
These materials include a cookbook composed by Christ Episcopal Church in Cambridge, Maryland entitled, "Favorite Recipes for Four to Forty," as well as a presentation given by Virginia Jenkins entitled, "Regional Food and Community Cookbooks of Maryland's Eastern Shore at the MAPACA conference given in 2002.
Virginia Marriage Collection
by McDonald, Cecil D. Jr. (1700 – 1799)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Virginia Marriage Collection has a detailed list of marriages that were recorded between 1700-1799. Inside, the marriages are sorted by the last name of the husband, followed by who the woman is, what day/month/year they were married and where they were married. There are two volumes within this collection. Within volume two, there is an index that lists every last name alphabetically.
Virginia Riley Crocker papers
by Crocker, Virginia Riley (1920 – 1945)
16 boxes (16 linear feet)
The collection contains correspondence, photographs, postcards, and pamphlets pertaining to the Crocker and Riley families. Included are over 200 personal letters from Edwin G. Crocker to his wife, Viriginia Riley Crocker, spanning 1942-1945 while he was stationed in India during WWII. Virginia Crocker’s Education Materials, Music Books and Church Group information is also included in this collection.
Virginia's Eastern Shore in the War of Secession Essay
by Mears, James Egbert (circa 1970)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The collection contains an essay entitled "The Virginia Eastern Shore in the War of Secession and in the Reconstruction Period (1861-1868)" by James Egbert Means. The essay discusses the US occupation of the Eastern Shore, women who allied with the United States, and residents who joined either the US or the Confederacy.
Voting List of Somerset County, Maryland
by Unknown (circa 1920)
3 folders (0.03 linear feet)
The Voting List of Somerset County, Maryland provides the ballot names for each voting district during the 1920 elections; this includes Deal Island, Westover, Fairmount, Princess Anne, Crisfield, Mount Vernon and othersi.
Voyd and Cartha Donoway Papers
by Donoway, Cartha; Donoway, Voyd J. (1943 – 1948)
1 box, 1 oversize folder (1 linear feet)
The Voyd and Cartha Donoway papers consist of documents related to the death of Sergeant Voyd J. Donoway of Pittsville, Maryland and the post-death, grieving process of his widow, Cartha Donoway. Donoway was killed in action during the Battle of the Bulge on December 25, 1944.
W. J. Peyton Receipt Collection
by W J Peyton & Co (1932 – 1935)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains receipts and invoices related to W. J. Peyton and the W. J. Peyton Company. The majority of the receipts relate to multiple Crisfield, Maryland banks, grocers, the U.S. Treasury Department, and the Baltimore-Crisfield and Onancock Railroad written between 1932 and 1935.
W. Richard and Marianna Holloway papers
by Holloway, Marianna; Holloway, W. Richard (1906 – 1978)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The W. Richard and Marianna Holloway papers document their social involvement in the Salisbury, Maryland community, 1906-1978 with the bulk of the material focusing on their active engagement with the Community Concert Association, 1971-1978. Materials also include a journal and photographs from Marianna Holloway’s courtships, correspondence from J. Asbury Holloway as well as photographs and ephemera from the Rounds and Adkins families.
W.W. Larmore Papers
by Larmore, W.W. (1896 – 1911)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
This collection consists of ledgers and a cash book, receipts, brochures, and daily shipping reports related to W.W. Larmore of Whitehaven, Maryland from 1896 to 1911.
Wade Thompson Porter papers
by Porter, Wade Thompson (1880, 1969)
1 carton, 1 oversize folder (3 linear feet)
The papers of Wade Thompson Porter document his life and experiences, beginning with his childhood on Maryland’s Eastern Shore in the late 1800s until his eventual retirement in the 1940s. In addition to newspaper clippings and photographs, the collection includes several decades worth of personal correspondence which address contemporary social and political issues and recount Porter’s childhood memories of late-19th century rural America. Also, there are personal documents related to Porter’s service in the Spanish-American War, as well as his Masonic membership. A considerable amount of material focuses on genealogical research of the Porter family and their descendants, including comprehensive Porter and Twilley family trees dating back to the mid-1700s.
Waldo L. Dise papers
by Dise, Waldo L. (1923 – 1970)
1 carton, 1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
The Waldo L. Dise papers document his career as a Methodist minister on the Delmarva Peninsula 1923-1970. The collection is comprised of sermons, church programs, marriage certificates and notes related to Waldo Dise’s pastoral work. Photographs and certificates document his collegiate experience, and his service as an Army Chaplin during World War II.
Walker House records
by Preservation Trust of Wicomico, Inc. (1992, 1995)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
Walker House records document the restoration and preservation of the circa 1820s frame house located in Quantico, Maryland, known as the Walker House or Brady House. Records include floor plans for the restoration, before and after photographs, and correspondence with the Wicomico Historic District Commission from 1992-1995.
Wallop Family Receipts
by Unknown (1889 – 1906)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Wallop Family Receipts contains receipts dating from 1889-1906.The receipts are from L.E. Williams & Co., W.S. Dickinson & Son, and other businesses outside of Delmarva. These receipts are for the Wallop family.
Wallops Flight Center Collection
by Palmer, John C. (1957 – 1975)
5 folders, 1 box (1 linear feet)
The NASA Wallops Flight Center collection contains material on Wallops Flight Facility, early space missions, and various NASA research centers accomplishments. Items included are magazine’s, newspaper clippings, achievements, photographs and the book NASA Reference Publication 1028 “A New Dimension Wallops Island Flight Test Range: The First Fifteen Years”.
Walsa Collection
by MacLeish, Patty; Reibel, Daniel B. (1999 – 2001)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains photocopies of Maryland railroad lines from the 1880s through 1900s. Also included is a copy of "The Chronicle of Early American Industries Association" from September 1976, featuring an article about hand sewn timber logs and their construction.
Walston Brothers Cannery records
by Walston Brothers (1945, 1946)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Photocopy, Ledger. Walston Brothers Cannery, Pittsville, Md., 1945-1946.
Walston Brothers Produce labels
by American Fruit Growers, Inc. (1950 – 1960)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Walston Brothers Produce labels document the produce canning and packing legacy of the Eastern Shore. The labels are dated 1950-1960 and place the Walston Brothers company in Salisbury, Maryland.
Walston Family History Collection
by Walston Family (1664 – 1951)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Walston Family History Collection contains genealogical information for the Walston family. Within the collection, there are Walston family member birth, death, and marriage dates. There are also Sons of the American Revolution applications within the collection.
Walter Aldrich home reports
by Clark, Dot (2021)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection consists of a report documenting three homes designed and built by Walter Aldrich (1913-1996) in Salisbury, Maryland between 1947 and 1965. The homes were located on Priscilla Street (1947), North Park Drive (1956), and Riverside Drive (1965).
Walter Lischick papers
by Lischick, Walter P. (1976 – 1977)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The papers of Walter P. Lischick documents his six month enquiry to the Federal Republic of Germany to obtain a portrait of Field Marshall Paul von Hindenburg, 1976-1977. Lischick, a native of Germany, wrote to the Consulate General and the Lt. Archive Director to obtain information. Also included is a copy of the Features of the Hansestadt Hamburg during the Course of the years, 1939-1945.
Walter T. Mason Family collection
by Mason, Walter (1942 – 1978)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Walter T. Mason Family Collection contains materials, ranging from 1942 to 1978, pertaining to Worcester County native Walter Thomas Mason and his immediate family. Included are Walter's 1944 birth certificate, his brother Charles Alexander Mason's 1942 birth certificate, his 1962 High School yearbook from Worcester High School in Newark, MD, a 1978 marriage certificate for Walter Thomas Mason and Rosalie Davis, a 1977 Holy Royal Arch certificate for Walter Mason, an undated list of Master Masons in Snow Hill, and a photograph of Walter, Rosalie and children.
Walter Thurston Photograph Collection
by Thurston, Walter (circa 1850 – 1970s)
13 boxes, 2 oversize folders (7.75 linear feet)
This collection contains photographs both taken by and collected by Walter C. Thurston, a skilled local photographer. Included in this collection are color and black and white photographs and negatives of aerial, street and city-scape views of Salisbury, Wicomico County, Maryland and surrounding regions including Somerset, Dorchester and Worcester Counties and Sussex County, Delaware. The collection of images captures local businesses, school buildings, public events, neighborhoods, and area attractions from the mid-1950s to the mid-1970s. Also included in the collection are historic photographs of Salisbury and the Delmarva Peninsula dating back to the 1850s that Thurston collected.
Walter Vane Nichols collection
by Nicholas, Walter Vane (1944, 1952)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Walter Vane Nichols collection contains correspondence written by Walter Vane Nichols to his father, George W. Nichols in 1944 and his wife in 1952. All the correspondences pertain to his life in the Army during World War II and the Korean War.
Walter Wilson Genealogy Research Collection
by Walter, Wilson B. III (1595 – 1866)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Walter Wilson Genealogy Research Collection contains genealogical pedigrees on local Delmarva people . Some of the genealogical pedigrees included are on Mary Meacham, Walter Byrd Wilson I, Samuel French Moore, etc. There is also a small biography on John Byrd and how he was shot by a yankee soldier in Byrds Tavern.
War Ration Booklets
by Unknown (circa 1943)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Ration Booklets contains two World War II-era ration stamp booklets of William Twilley of Allen, Maryland from 1943.
Warren Owen Collection
by U. S. Government Printing Office (1951)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a commemorative envelope and stamp from the 100th anniversary from the Bank of Delmar, and a pamphlet from 1951 entitled "How to Prepare Your U.S. Income Tax Return."
Washington Academy and High School collection
by Fargan, Rick (1950)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Washington Academy and High School collection contain an essay on Washington High School Academy 7th grades manual, written by Rick Fargan in 1950. There are also a series of illustrations created by a 7th grader.
Washington Academy Collection
by Unknown (1784 – 1939)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Washington Academy Collection contains general historical information about Washington Academy. Within the collection, there are some board meeting minutes, some photographs, and some personal letters. The majority of the collection focuses on 1892, and includes the programs and ceremonies performed that year.
Washington High School 50th Reunion pamphlet
by Somerset County Board of Education (September 21, 2002)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Washington High School 50th Reunion Pamphlet contains an advertisement for the 50th Anniversary Reunion of the Class of 1952 at Washington High School in Princess Anne, Maryland.
Washington High School Class of 1939 Reunion collection
by Dukes, Fran (1988 – 1989)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Washington High School Class of 1939 Reunion collection is ephemera from the class's 60th high school reunion. The school itself is in Princess Anne, Maryland. Included is a photograph of the attendees in 1989, as well as a invitation to the reunion addressed to "Emma" written by Fran Dykes for the reunion's committee from December 1988. A letter from after the reunion with a list of the attendees in the photograph is also included.
Washington High School Class of 1949 collection
by Unknown (1949 – 1994)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Washington High School Class of 1949 collection contains a 1949 yearbook from Washington High School, and ephemera from the 25th reunion held on August 10, 1974. Additionally, there is a photograph of some of the members of the class taken in 1994.
Washington Hotel Collection
by Unknown (1871 – 1930)
12 boxes (17 linear feet)
This collection contains 5 series of materials that relate to either the Washington Hotel or the town of Princess Anne. The first series comprises of Ledgers, which include 39 hotel registers, 15 cash account books and 9 other ledgers. Series II contains music related items, including sheet music that ranges in date from the 1880s to the 1920s and includes artists such as Irving Berlin, John Phillip Sousa and Stephen Foster. Also included in this series are issues of The Etude a musical magazine, ranging from 1901 to 1927. Finally in this series there are songbooks that range in date from 1888 to 1921. Series III contains manuscripts that relate to the Washington Hotel and John D. Wallop as proprietor of it. This series ranges in date from 1900 to 1920, and includes receipts, correspondence, and solicitations to the hotel, menus, and financial records. Series IV contains manuscripts relating to the town of Princess Anne and John D. Wallop serving as mayor of the town. This series ranges in date from 1909 to 1914 and contains correspondence, receipts, and public works related correspondence and receipts. Series V contains artifacts and is comprised of one Vee Dee Sherry bottle and a child’s vest.
Washington Hotel Collection
by Wallop, J. Douglas (1929)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a photocopy of a booklet published about the Washington Hotel in Princess Anne, Maryland.
Watson Vault Company records
by Watson, Pasher W. Jr. (1730 – 1941)
9 folders (0.09 linear feet)
The Watson Vault Company Records contain records relating to the Watson Vault Company, a funeral home and casket manufacturing company owned and operated by Pasher W. Watson, Jr. (1860-1939), son of Pasher W. and Margarette Watson, Sr. The business was located in Selbyville, Delaware and served both Delaware and Maryland. The collection includes burial permits obtained from the Maryland State Department of Health's Bureau of Statistics by the funeral home, providing information about the deceased's doctor, cause of death, and place of burial. The collection contains correspondence between the Stuart Patent Company, the National Service Bureau, and Watson regarding his patent on a type of casket known as the "Underground Mausoleum," illustrating the commercially mediated patent process in the earlier part of the twentieth century.
Waugh United Methodist Church collection
by Waugh United Methodist Church (1826 – 1991)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a booklet written by Shirley Jackson in 1991 entitled "The One-Hundred Sixty-Fifth Anniversary of Waugh United Methodist Church."
Wayne Division, Dresser Industry records
by Dresser Industries (1991)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The records of Wayne Dresser Industries is a booklet that chronicles the story of the Wayne Division of Dresser Industries, once located in Salisbury, Maryland. The booklet, published in 1991, formulates the development of the company in 1891 through their growth into the city of Salisbury. The company is known for their self-measuring oil pumps for kerosene and gasoline.
Wayne Gilchrest papers
by Gilchrest, Wayne (1988 – 2008)
22 cartons, 3 boxes (23.5 linear feet)
The Wayne Gilchrest papers document the political career of Congressman Wayne Gilchrest who represented Maryland’s 1st Congressional District, which includes Maryland’s Eastern Shore counties in addition to portions of Anne Arundel and Baltimore counties. The Wayne Gilchrest papers span his political career from 1989-2008, with the majority of the material dating from 1996-2008. The records encompass his extensive political career and are documented through volumes of correspondence and his congressional voting record including his environmental work and activism; as well as his opposition to the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. Also of note are his trips as a member of the Congressional Delegation throughout the United States and the world.
West Family Reunion collection
by West Family (July 2009)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains two digital video disc’s containing information relating to the West family and their family reunion of July 2009.
Western Wicomico County General Store ledger
by Western Wicomico County General Store (1898 – 1901)
1 oversize box (2.5 linear feet)
Accounting ledger of the Western Wicomico County General Store, 1898-1901, documenting goods purchased by locals for personal and work use. Ledger includes a complete index of purchasers.
Wetipquin 304 Years Celebration
by Unknown (October 1, 1988)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Wetipquin 304 Years Celebration contains an informational pamphlet for the 304 years of Wetipquin being a town. The celebration took place on October 1, 1988, at the Wetipquin Community Center.
Wetipquin: 315 Years pamphlet
by Unknown (1999)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Wetipquin: 315 Years pamphlet contains printed material commemorating the 315th anniversary of Wetipquin, Maryland.
White and Leonard Drugstore records
by White and Leonard Drugstore (1932 – 1955)
1 box, 1 oversize box (3 linear feet)
The White and Leonard Drugstore records documents the changing storefront window displays through a series of photographs from 1932-1955 in Salisbury, Md. The photographs depict the various types of goods sold, but also highlight storefront design and marketing tools used by businesses. The collection also contains a scrapbook that documents White and Leonard’s newspaper ads during the 1950s. Furthermore the collection documents the Salisbury bicentennial parade in 1932 and local shows that aired on television.
White Family Collection
by Unknown (1858 – 1986)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The White Collection contains birth and death records of White family members taken from their family bibles. The collection also contains contains photographs of H. Stuart White, Susan Satchel (mother of Hiden M. White), and Maranda White (mother of William F. White).
Whitehaven Connection Manuscript
by Cooper, Richard Waller (1996)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Whitehaven Connection Manuscript contains a 1996 manuscript titled “Whitehaven Connection”, written by Richard Waller Cooper. The manuscript contains a history of Whitehaven through primary sources, interviews, newspapers, and photocopied maps.
Whitehaven Heritage Association collection
by Methodist Protestant Board of Publication; Norman Remington Company; Salisbury National Bank; Savings Bank of Nanticoke; The Board of Education; The Wicomico News (1855 – 2000)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
Assorted materials from Whitehaven Heritage Association storage includes 1901 set of "The Courier" newspaper; misc. Collection includes materials donated by the Whitehaven Heritage Association, such as The Saving Bank of Nanticoke, Maryland's Bank Almanac 1920, 1923-1924, 1926, 1928 as well as several other news and church ephemera from Salisbury and Baltimore, MD from the 1920s. There are two correspondences from March 1904 to a unknown recipient from D.W. Dolbey, Jr. of the White Haven Council No. 24. Also included is correspondence from Robert L. Jeffers to Conor Ralph Bennig in 1976 related to Christian faith and one from John W. Davis to his wife in 1855. An audio cassette tape from Emily Griffon's funeral service in 2000. There is an epic poem written in 1992. Additionally, there is a series of land plats for S. W. Dolby's land created by P.S. Shockley from 1903 and 1918 and a patenet for "Hayward's Delight", 1910. Finally there is a map of Delaware with an arrow to Bethel Church.
Whitehaven Heritage Association oral history collection
by Whitehaven Heritage Association (1986 – 1997)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Series of oral histories created by the Whitehaven Heritage Association documenting memories of everyday life in Whitehaven, Maryland and the surrounding Eastern Shore region. Oral histories were created in the late 20th century and feature recordings of Hilda Gordy, Jana McLean, Blaine Roberts of Crisfield, Margaret Yerger on the Roberts Family, Minnie Kenney and R. Cooper.
Whitehaven Hotel papers
by Wicomico County Historical Properties, Inc. (1993 – 1994)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Whitehaven Hotel papers document the Wicomico County Historical Properties, Inc. promotion of the historic restoration of the Whitehaven Hotel in Whitehaven, Maryland. Documenting materials include a history of the hotel, project costs for its restoration, as well as historic site registration from the National Register.
Whitehaven Villager newsletter
by Boyer, Jefferson (1991-1992, 2002)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Whitehaven, Wicomico County, Maryland is an unincorporated community along the Wicomico River. Whitehaven is home to the Whitehaven Ferry, one of the few remaining public ferries in Maryland. The Whitehaven Villager newsletter, 1991-1992, 2002, documents town events and meetings as well as and information about residents.
Whitehead-Beer Collection
by Beer, Dorothy Buehl; Whitehead, Barbara Beer; Whitehead, George I. Jr. (1859 – 2000)
1 carton (1 linear feet)
The Whitehead-Beer Collection includes the personal collections of George I. Whitehead Jr., Dorothy Buehl Beer, and Barbara Beer Whitehead. George cataloged his time in the United States Army Air Corps during World War Two from enlistment to honorary discharge. This includes special orders, flight records, awards, and other miscellaneous paperwork. He took photos during his service, along with Pesos from the Philippines. Dorothy collected magazines, newspaper clippings, and hand-written letters all about knitting. She also held onto her autograph book from Halsey Junior High School in 1935. Barbara's collection includes a Bible, various music books for piano, and a music book for guitar.
Whittington and Newman Store Ledger
by Whittington and Newman Store (1863 – 1866)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Whittington and Newman Store Ledger, 1863-1866, documents the goods and services provided by the store located near Marion Station, Somerset County, Maryland. Goods and services included carriage wheels and associated repairs, plow mending, plow handles and wheel bushings. Coffins for men, women and children were also sold. The ledger notes customers names, prices and race.
Wicomico County Airport Commission records
by Wicomico County Airport Commission (1949 – 1993)
2 boxes (1 linear feet)
The Wicomico County Airport Commission records consist of a complete run of meeting minutes from 1949-1993. The minutes offer details of the airport operations, expansions, and improvements to the Salisbury-Ocean City-Wicomico Regional Airport located in Salisbury, Maryland.
Wicomico County Board of Education records
by Wicomico County Board of Education (1886 – 2009)
16 boxes (12.5 linear feet)
Wicomico County Board of Education records documents the history of the schools and activities of the Board of Education in Wicomico County, Maryland with the bulk of the material relating to Salisbury, Maryland. The materials date from 1886-2009 with the bulk of the material dating from school activities and the integration of schools, 1960-1979. The evolution of school buildings in Wicomico County is documented through visual materials that include photographs and printed histories and newspaper clippings. Activities in various schools such as sporting events, musical performances, and plays are documented through photographs, programs, scrapbooks and newspaper clippings. Note: some of the folders are restricted due to sensitive content, permission from the archivist to view this files is required.
Wicomico County Charter
by Charter Board of Wicomico County (March 15, 1963)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Wicomico County Charter contains an early draft of the Charter for the Government of Wicomico County which was submitted for County vote in 1964. The draft is dated March 15, 1963.
Wicomico County Circuit Courts collection
by Wicomico County Circuit Court (1885 – 1950)
17 boxes (17 linear feet)
The Wicomico County Circuit Court Collection includes various documents such as police reports, petitions, court orders, appeals, jury selection sheets and the original folders in which the papers were stored. The criminal actions listed range from traffic violations and vagrancy, to assault, burglary and bastardy charges. Not all of the cases were brought to trial and some of the charges were appealed, or dropped all together. The collection also includes several record books kept by the Circuit Court.
Wicomico County Council of Homemakers Clubs records
by Wicomico County Council (1930)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a brochure from the Spring Meeting of Wicomico County Council of Homemakers Clubs, from April 17, 1930.
Wicomico County Integration Oral History
by Stygar, Krysta (2005)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Wicomico County Integration Oral History contains a cassette tape with Krysta Stygar interviewing Linda Davis about integration within the Wicomico County School system.
Wicomico County Ledger
by Unknown (1835 – 1845)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This ledger was maintained between 1835 and 1845, likely in Wicomico County, Maryland, and documents various accounts with people for labor and general goods. Later, the ledger appears to have been used as a child's notebook (Eddie B. Page) and also included is an advertisement for Dr. Bull's Baby Syrup.
Wicomico County Library Photograph Collection
by Unknown (1800 – 1900)
2 folders (1 linear feet)
This collection contains various photographs from the 19th Century and early 20th Century, as well as postcards, greeting cards, and an autograph book.
Wicomico County Marriage Records collection
by State of Maryland (1936 – 1938)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Wicomico County Marriage Records collection contains twenty official Wicomico County marriage records that date from 1936-1938. The marriage records state the name of the groom and bride, their local residence, age, and occupation.
Wicomico County Republican Women's Club records
by Wicomico County Republican Women's Club (1996)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection documents the activities of the Wicomico County Republican Women's Club in 1996. The Wicomico County Republican Women's club partnered with other civic groups to better Wicomico County and it's people. In addition to their civic work, they hosted events to support local candidates and educate the public on the Republican party.
Wicomico County Teaching Unit pamphlet
by Dickinson, Ruth K. (September, 1947)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Wicomico County Teaching Unit contains a teaching unit pamphlet for the eighth grade entitled "Famous Eastern Shoremen of Maryland" prepared by Miss Ruth K Dickinson in 1947.
Wicomico County Youth collection
by Wicomico Children's Home; Wicomico County Youth Commission (1943 – 1958)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The Wicomico County Youth collection contains documents for the Wicomico Children's Home and the Wicomico County Youth Commission. The Wicomico Children's Home documents contain fiscal information for the years of 1943 until 1945. There is also biographical information on the Wicomico Children's Home. The Wicomico County Youth Commission contains administrative history such as meeting minutes and membership statues for the year of 1958.
Wicomico Ephemera and Penninsula General Hospital Collection
by Wicomico Historical Society (1941 – 1944)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a pamphlet covering the creation of Wicomico County and a pamphlet from the dedication of the Watson Memorial Building at the Peninsula General Hospital Complex.
Wicomico Garden Club records
by Wicomico Garden Club (1933 – 2005)
8 boxes (8 linear feet)
This collection, ranging from 1933 to 2005, contains scrapbooks, roll books, treasury reports and minutes of the Wicomico Garden Club spanning the years 1933 to 2005. The collection also consists of correspondence amongst members, outside vendors, and other clubs. Included are black paper ladies cut-outs and the stands to hold them up and yearbooks from 1935 to 1975.
Wicomico High School Class of 1942 records
by Unknown (1930 – 2002)
17 folders (0.17 linear feet)
Wicomico High School Class of 1942 records document the class particularly Anita Dise Brown and James L. Brown and includes reunion programs from 1957-2002, newspaper clippings, celebratory cards from wedding and birth of a child. Also included are records about infant care, the Bay Bridge dedication and a menu from English Grills and Chicken House.
Wicomico High School Class of 1958 Reunions
by Unknown (1946 – 2020)
3 cartons, 1 box (3.5 linear feet)
The Wicomico Highschool Reunions Collection is a collection which features the documentation of each reunion of the Wicomico Highschool Class of 1958 with a range from 1946 to 2020 and a bulk range of 1954 to 2020.
Wicomico High School Class of 1963 records
by Wicomico High School, Class of 1961 (1961 – 1963)
8 folders (0.08 linear feet)
The Wicomico High School Class of 1963 records document the graduation exercises as well as classroom activities including a publication of the "Indian Chant" produced by the English Department and class wills and prophecies from 1961-1963.
Wicomico High School History collection
by Unknown (1916 – 1976)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Wicomico High School History collection contains photographs of Wicomico High School as well as essays on its history, lists of principles, methods of teaching history, description of a 1976 time capsule burial, music sheets for the Wicomico High Alta Mater, and information on graduation ceremonies.
Wicomico High School Newspapers
by Wicomico County Board of Education (1937 – 1942)
1 oversize box (2 linear feet)
This collection contains a collection of the Wi-Hi News, a student newspaper from Wicomico High School, Salisbury, Maryland, ranging from 1937 to 1942, 1959. The newspaper focused on local events, student life, and national events, such as World War II.
Wicomico High School photographs
by Wicomico County Board of Education (1944)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Wicomico High School, or "Wi Hi" is one of the four public high schools in Wicomico County, Maryland, and enrolls grades 9 through 12. This series of black and white photographic prints document the activities of the students at Wicomico High School, Salisbury, Maryland, 1944. Images depict different school groups or clubs including the class photographs of the senior, junior, sophomore, and freshman classes. An additional photograph of the Salisbury Municipal Park, taken in 1947, is also included with the set of photographs.
Wicomico High School, Class of 1919, yearbook
by Wicomico County Board of Education (1919)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Yearbook of the class of 1919 from Wicomico High School. The book, compiled by the class, features each student's image with a brief caption about their experiences and personality. Additionally, group images from the class of 1920 and 1921 are featured.
Wicomico High School, Class of 1940 photograph
by Wicomico County Board of Education (1940)
1 folder (2.5 linear feet)
1940 Wicomico High School Graduating Class photograph documents the graduation in Salisbury, Maryland. The large black and white photographic print depicts the graduating class in full robes and caps standing outside of the high school on East Main Street, in the Spring of 1940.
Wicomico High School, Class of 1959 Reunion booklet
by Wicomico High School, Class of 1959 (2009)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
Wicomico High School, or "Wi Hi" is one of the four public high schools in Wicomico County, Maryland, and enrolls grades 9 through 12. The Wicomico High School, Class of 1959 Reunion booklet documents the post-graduation activities of the aforementioned class on the anniversary of their 50th reunion in 2009. The booklet features reunion activities and information about graduates.
Wicomico High School, Class of 1960 records
by Wicomico High School, Class of 1960 (1954 – 2012)
1 carton (1 linear feet)
Wicomico High School, Class of 1960 records document the continuous relationships between students of Wicomico Senior High School’s Class of 1960, in Salisbury, Maryland, through their numerous class reunions and casual gatherings after their graduation. Their reunions and gatherings were often held at local restaurants, Greenhill Country Club, and Shoemaker Park. The records date from 1954–2012. The lasting relationships of the students in the Class of 1960 are exhibited via invitations and photographs.
Wicomico High's Class of 1939 girl's basketball team photograph
by Wicomico County Board of Education (circa 1939)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Sepia-toned photographic print of Wicomico High's Class of 1939 girl's basketball team. The girls are separated into two rows, and on the lower row, a girl in the middle is holding a basketball with the number '39 written on it.
Wicomico Historical Society collection
by Unknown (1683 – 2006)
82 boxes (55.5 linear feet)
The collections of the Wicomico Historical Society were amassed by the membership and governing board of the Society with the intent to collect and preserve the history of Wicomico County, Maryland. The records include an abundance of records documenting the land, culture, activities, businesses and the people of Wicomico County, Maryland from the 18th century to the late 20th century.
Wicomico Hotel letterhead
by Wicomico Hotel (circa 1920s)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection contains a letterhead for the Wicomico Hotel in Salisbury, Maryland, circa 1920s.
Wicomico News Historical and Industrial Edition
by Walker, Albert E. (1908)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Print copy of the Wicomico News Historical and Industrial Edition edited and compiled by Albert E. Walker in 1908, to reflect the present status and future possibilities of Salisbury, Maryland. Included in the publication are the names of people and businesses reflective of the current status of Salisbury. Included with the original is a digitized copy of the original as well as a corresponding index.
Wicomico Oil and Gas Company Stock Certificate
by Wicomico Oil & Gas Company (1914)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a Wicomico Oil and Gas Company Stock Certificate worth twenty-five shares. The certificate was bought by F. E. Beaumont in 1914.
Wicomico Presbyterian Church collection
by Unknown (1998)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Wicomico Presbyterian Church Collection contains materials used to prepare an exhibit on the history of the Wicomico Presbyterian Church in March 1998. Materials in this collection include photocopies of deeds for the property in Rockawalkin and the 18 Presbyterian churches that were built on it; photographs from the 1918 dedication celebration of a monument placed at the site of the Rockawalkin Presbyterian Church which no longer stands, and a 1759 list of pew rentals, and copies of the exhibition cards.
Wicomico Presbyterian Church records
by Wicomico Presbyterian Church (1750 – 1976)
1 box (1.5 linear feet)
The Wicomico Presbyterian Church Collection contains various materials concerning the Wicomico Presbyterian Church and related congregations, however, it does not represent a complete history of the Wicomico Presbyterian Church. All materials in this collection have been photocopied, therefore, it does not contain any original documents, photographs or papers. Information is given about a variety of topics including Presbyterian history in Wicomico County, church pastors and the women of the Wicomico Presbyterian Church's Women's Association. The collection spans from the 18th Century, with copies of documents and transcriptions, through the 1950's, with papers concerning church renovation and weekly church bulletins. Select budget information and correspondence from the early to mid 20th Century can also be viewed. The Wicomico Presbyterian Church celebrated its 250th Anniversary in 1933, commemorating founder Francis Makemie's beginnings in and around the Wicomico River area.
Wicomico Public Libraries Collection
by Wicomico County Libraries (1856 – 1985)
4 cartons, 2 oversize boxes (6.5 linear feet)
This collection includes family research, publications, photos and historical materials from the Wicomico County Free Library (now Wicomico Public Libraries). Series 1 is family research related to the Dashiell family and some materials related to other families.The Dashiell family documents consist of hand-written family history manuscripts and family trees. Two folders contain other family history research and records. The second series is historical materials. The United Fund of Wicomico County records are documents related to contributions by local businesses and the contents of scrapbooks for yearly fund drives. The 1856 school workbook contains mathematics notes. The legal records are an index of Wicomico County civil court cases, a Works Progress Administration record of workers on the Johnson Pond Spillway construction, and photo reproductions of manuscript records of postmasters of Wicomico and Somerset Counties. The Creative Works are two sheet music booklets, prints of Wicomico County sketches, and a list of winners of the Salisbury Award. The books are a pictorial history of the American Civil War from 1862, Delaware American Revolution bicentennial booklet on Caesar Rodney, A Handbook for Delmarva Archaeology, and a facsimile reproduction in book form of The Proceedings of the Constitutional Convention of 1776 and First Maryland Constitution. Series 3 comprises publications of local interest and content. Series 4 consists of photos and images associated with the Salisbury and Wicomico County area. Some Words About Preservation was a publication of the Maryland Historical Trust that gave news on the status of historical site preservation. Tidewater Times contains articles related to Eastern Shore topics, as well as advertisements of area businesses. The collection of journals and journal articles consist of Maryland and Delaware archaeology articles and journals, two copies of Shellfish Digest from winter 1979, and four issues of the Old Somerset newsletter from 1985. Series 4 contains photos and images of Wicomico County and Salisbury dating from the 1890s to the 1970s.
Wicomico Republican Women's Club Member records
by Malkus, Alice E. (1965)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The collection includes a roster for the Wicomico Republican Women's Club Members, 1965.
Wicomico River Thesis
by Whayland, H. Oliver (1917)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Wicomico River Thesis contains a high school thesis written by H. Oliver Whayland, in 1917 on the subject of historical places along the Wicomico River.
Wicomico Woman’s Club records
by Wicomico Woman's Club (1921 – 2009)
7 cartons, 3 oversize boxes (11.25 linear feet)
The Wicomico Woman’s Club records documents the club’s administrative history and political activities in Wicomico County, Maryland dating from 1921-2009. The documents depict the club’s role in various social movements such as their support of Prohibition, film censorship, and their contribution to several anti-drug campaigns. Additionally, the organization’s many achievements are documented through a series of detailed, handmade scrapbooks dating from 1921-1990. Documents within the scrapbooks include newspaper clippings, photographs, ribbons, and correspondence. Administrative documents include meeting minutes, annual reports, bank statements, and treasury reports.
Wilbur Eliason Agricultural and Manufacturing Account Book
by Eliason, Wilbur (1887 – 1902)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
Account book documenting the agricultural and manufacturing business of Wilbur Eliason in Chestertown, Maryland, 1887-1902. Straw board mill accounts include improvements and expenses regarding equipment repairs, and the purchase of large quantities of hay and straw. Also noted are Mr. Eliason's expenses with the Union Straw Board Company. Personal expenses for his household are also noted including foodways, servants, wages, cigars and donations to charitable organizations.
Wilbur Hubbard Ross Collection
by The Hughes Company (circa 1950)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains photographs and a biography relating to the life of Wilbur Ross Hubbard circa 1950. The photographs are of shipyards and the architecture of the Potomac Poultry Food Company and outlying regions.
Wilcomb Washburn Distinguished Lecture DVD
by Perreault, Melanie (2009)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a DVD of Dr. Melanie Perreault's 2009 Wilcomb Washburn Distinguished Lecture in American History titled "Servants, Slaves, and Unruly Mistresses: Interpersonal Violence in the Early Chesapeake." In celebrating Woman's History Month, Dr. Perreault examined how acts of violence both challenged and reinforced community standards in the 17th century Chesapeake.
Wilcomb Washburn Papers
by Washburn, Wilcomb E. (1952 – 1997)
15 boxes (18 linear feet)
This collection centers around the academic life of Wilcomb E. Washburn, containing his personal correspondence and academic notes from his career at Dartmouth College, Harvard University, and the Smithsonian Institute. The vast majority of the collection consists of historic portraits of Native Americans, academic notes and papers, and personal correspondence.
Wilcox Family Photograph Collection
by Taylor (1900s)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains various photographs of the Rev. George Wilcox Family. None of the individuals have been identified; however, the photographs appear to be taken at the turn or early 20th Century, and various greetings are written on the backs of a number of images.
Wilkes Photograph
by Wilkes (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Sepia-toned photographic print of H. Fillmore Bounds. Mr. Bounds is dressed in a dark jacket, and white bow tie. He features a large mustache on his upper lip. The name of the photograph studio is printed on the bottom of the recto, "Wilkes, 21 E. Balto. St. Baltimore, Md."
Willard Hotel Collection
by Alexander, J.; Montgomery, Dean R. (circa 1960s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains blueprints, menus, photos and an essay on the Willard Hotel, most likely in the 1960s, in Washington, D.C.
Willard L. Stevens papers
by Stevens, Willard L. (1917 – 2014)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Willard Stevens papers are a series of scrapbooks documenting his life’s journey called “Walking Short”. He documents his childhood on the farm in Snow Hill, Maryland, his military stationing in the United States Army Air Corps in Florida, and his ministry years as a Methodist pastor. Stevens also notes national events including racial tensions of the Civil Rights movement, the deaths of Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. and President John F. Kennedy, as well as the various wars of his lifetime. His papers also document the adoption and citizenship process, he and his wife took to adopt a Korean girl, Robin. His papers serve as a life narrative from 1917-2014 that document his travels from Maryland Eastern Shore, North Carolina, California, Missouri, and Florida.
William and Betty Morgan papers
by Morgan, William (1938 – 1953)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
The papers of William and Betty Morgan document their financial practices as residents of 200 East Church Street, Salisbury, Maryland and members of the Farmers and Merchants Bank, 1950-1953. Additionally, William Morgan's 1938 Pinehurst Elementary School diploma and a record from Holloway Funeral Home documents the cost of the 1941 funeral of John Earnest Moore, William's grandfather are also included.
William and Emma Russell marriage certificate
by Unknown (December 24, 1891)
1 oversize folder (1.5 linear feet)
Marriage Certificate of William O. Bradley and Emma S. Russell, documenting their union in Churchtown, Pennsylvania in December 1891.
William B. Chatham business card
by Sears, Roebuck and Company (circa 1955)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Business card of William B. Chatham, a retail associate at the Salisbury, Maryland, Sears, Roebuck and Company, located at 718 South Salisbury Blvd.
William B. Tilghman Company records
by William B. Tilghman Company (1870 – 1975)
25 cartons (30 linear feet)
The W.B. Tilghman Fertilizer Company Collection contains a vast array of items and business records pertaining to the W.B. Tilghman Company. These include such items as company photographs, ink stamps, and a stock certificate seal press. There are also stock certificate books from throughout the 20th century. Another portion of the W.B. Tilghman Fertilizer Company Collection is "The Tiller" newsletter. The collection contains a near complete compilation of the newsletter covering the years 1943 to the 1960s. Inside the newsletters, there are articles on historic homes, buildings, and plantations from Delmarva. On the business side of the collection, there is an assortment of meeting minute books for shareholders and directors meetings, ledgers, journals, crop books, company records. There are also historical records such as the Wm. B. Tilghman Company charter, Governor’s citation of the 100th Anniversary of the Wm. B. Tilghman Company, and the Enlistment Certificate of William B. Tilghman, 1912.
William Cheezum collection
by Unknown (1862, 1972)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The William Cheezum collection contains muster rolls from the 1st Eastern Shore Company, and a photostatic copy of the list of transfer destinations for the First Regiment, Eastern Shore Infantry during the Civil War, circa 1862. Also included is a list of names of people buried in Cheezum Cemetery located in Preston, Maryland.
William Corddry Family Tree
by Unknown (1985)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Hand-drawn family tree of Willaim D. Corddry, Snow Hill, Maryland, the tree notes his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
William E. Mitchell papers
by Unknown (circa 1930)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The William E. Mitchell papers contain correspondence and receipts from the Farm Credit Administration to William Mitchell who was a farmer in Delmar, Maryland during the Great Depression. Also included is proof of insurance for Milton Mitchell, bank statements, and land surveys during the 1930s.
William E. Palmer Oral History
by Palmer, William E. (2014)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
William E. Palmer oral history documents his service in the United States Army, Signal Company 7th Infantry Division in the Korean War between 1948 and 1951. The oral history, created in 2014 with Deborah Davis for the Veteran's Oral History Project, Library of Congress and Oasis of Albuquerque.
William E. Simms Collection
by Del-Mar-Va Eastern Shore Association (1932)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a copy of the "Yearbook of Delmarva" dating from 1932.
William F. Waddy House research collection
by George, Randolph (1988 – 2019)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This collection contains research materials collected by Dr. Randolph George and T. Aaron Horner during their research on the Somerset County, Maryland home known as the William F. Waddy House (also known as the Jarvis Ballard House). Included are tract map reproductions, reproductions of wills, written research, photographs, and notes that document the history of the home that was built between 1740 and 1760. Reproduced documents date back to 1683.
William H. Dolbey Advertisements
by Unknown (1938 – 1939)
2 oversize folders (1.5 linear feet)
A collection of advertisements for William H. Dolbey, Whitehaven, Maryland, including a calendar for his manufacturing business of high-grade flour and table meal, and Bayly's Soda Parlor, 1938-1939.
William H. Edwards papers
by Edwards, William Henry (1883 – 1958)
1 carton, 1 box (1.25 linear feet)
The William H. Edwards papers document the intensive research and preparation of a prominent Methodist Preacher from Virginia in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. Drawing inspiration directly from the Bible, religious articles, and other religious leaders, William H. Edwards’ created unique sermons and extracted details from short and long Biblical passages. The papers date from 1883-1958 and highlight his relationship with his wife, fraternity, and religion. His dedication to family and Methodism is documented in correspondence, scripture and sermon notes, newspaper clippings, and publications.
William H. Parker papers
by Parker, William H. (1953)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The papers of William H. Parker document his education at Randolph-Macon College wtih his senior thesis entitled, 'The Freeman's Bureau in the State of Virginia," as well as articles pertaining to military movements during the War of 1812, moving Mules for China in May 1945 and a photocopied newspaper article from Lt. Hugh C. Parker noting his experience as a soldier in World War I.
William H. Winder papers
by Winder, William (1812, 2008)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The William H. Winder papers contains a photostatic copy of recruiting regulations for the United States Army from 1812. It also contains four letters regarding issues such as: recruiting, Winder's movements as General, and about the movements of the British in Queenstown, Maryland.
William H. Wroten Papers
by Wroten, William (1832 – 2011)
10 cartons, 1 box (10.5 linear feet)
Dr. William H. Wroten was an Easton native and worked as a professor and chairman for the history and political science departments at Salisbury University for 25 years prior to his retirement in 1980. The majority of Dr. Wroten's collection is his research notes, which cover a large number of topics such as Assateague, the American Civil War, the American Revolution, pirates, and the history of the Delmarva area. Dr. Wroten's teaching materials include articles and notes he had for specific topics, such as the American Civil War, Native American history, early colonial life, and local history, as well as syllabi and research papers from students. Included in this collection are also a number of his published articles from his newspaper column as well as scripts from his TV program on WBOC.
William Heaton Papers
by Heaton, William (circa 1900 – 2006)
folders (1.25 linear feet)
This collection contains items and documents from the musical career of William Heaton Whitworth, more commonly known as William Heaton, spanning circa 1900-2006 (with the bulk from 1920-1950). William Heaton was born in England in 1891 and moved to Massachusetts in 1909. He traveled the country performing with various theatre groups. In 1914, while docked in Maryland with the James Adam Floating Theatre, he met Agnes Tawes, the woman he would marry just two-weeks later in Salisbury, Maryland. He continued his musical career, playing the organ and piano for the Carolina Theatre, Palace Theatre, Hunt’s Casino Theatre and New Arcade Theatre. In 1944, Heaton and his wife opened Heaton’s Karmel Korn, a popcorn stand on the Ocean City Boardwalk. Heaton died of a heart attack in 1952, at the age of 61.
William J. Boyer and Charles Messick Manuscript
by Boyer, William; Messick, Charles (1999)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
This collection contains an original typed manuscript authored by William Boyer, Charles P. Messick Professor Emeritus of the University of Delaware entitled: Governing Delaware: Policy Problems in the First State. The manuscript, which was published in 2000 by the University of Delaware Press, is an in-depth analysis of the political culture, governance, and major public policy issues of Delaware in the 1990s. Divided into three parts, it first discusses the state's economy, political parties and politics, and the governor as leader. The second part considers Delaware's governance comprising state and local government, and public administration and finance. The last part focuses on the quality-of-life policy problems of land-use planning, the environment, health, public education, welfare, and crime and justice.
William Leonard Collection
by Leonard, William J. (circa 1862)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The William Leonard Collection consists of an 1862 Civil War diary of Col. William J. Leonard, who commanded the Purnell Legion. There is also William Leonard's last will and testament enclosed within this collection. There is also an 1877 map of his home, and a photograph of him and his wife, Isabella Leonard. The Diary has been transcribed while the last will and testament is in the original writing.
William M. Ruark papers
by Ruark, William (1761 – 1906)
1 box (0.25 linear feet)
The William M. Ruark papers document Ruark’s land purchases and sales. The papers date from 1761-1906 with the bulk of the papers dating from 1883-1903. The papers include tax records, deeds, mortgages, land settlements, patents, and correspondence regarding the sale of land in Somerset County. In addition to the land records also included is a photograph of Evelyn Ruark’s grandfather, George Gilliss Pusey, and a short biography of Austin Carpenter Heaton, who was the minister of Manokin Presbyterian Church from 1855-1880.
William Martin Collection
by Martin, William (1726 – 1890)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The William Martin Collection details the genealogical history of the Martin Family who had resided in Somerset and Worcester County, Maryland. The main focus revolves around William Martin (1803/1816-1890), and trying to figure out the family that came before William Martin. Within are births off everyone who had the last name Martin on the Eastern Shore of Maryland.
William Middleton collection
by Middleton, William (1821 – 1999)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The William Middleton collection documents the financial records of Joshua Hamblin located in Worcester County, Maryland, and ephemera from Wicomico and Worcester counties, Maryland. The materials date from 1821-1999 with the bulk of the material dating from 1830-1869 and document the financial records of Joshua Hamblin which include receipts, court records, and land records. The materials from Joshua Hamblin came from William Middleton’s grandmother Margaret M. Middleton, who is the granddaughter of Joshua Hamblin. Wicomico and Worcester County ephemera is documented by tourism brochures and menus from local restaurants.
William Pitts Survey records
by Unknown (1748 – 1980)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The William Pitts Survey Records Collection contains the finding aid for the collection that is held at the Worcester County Library in Snow Hill, Maryland.
William Purnell, Jr. papers
by Purnell, W. D. Bill (1935 – 2015)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
Oral interview with William Purnell, Jr., accompanied by a photographic print album documenting the shanty boats, and gun club sites along Assateague Island, Chincoteague Island and Chincoteague Bay. Also included are two maps noting the locations of the clubs and boats, 1935-1945, 2015.
William S. Moore III papers
by Moore, William (1875, 1989)
8 boxes (7 linear feet)
The collection includes a biographical sketch of William S. Moore and extensive materials relating to Mr. Moore’s exciting and interesting service as a financial officer in Europe during World War II, especially the securing of German gold hoards in East Germany before the area was taken over by the Russians. The career series relates to matters of the Wicomico Board of Education, the Maryland Association of Boards of Education, Delmarva Power & Light Company, and local real estate. Series III contains personal and career information plus curriculum vitae. Civic matters, politics, Lion’s Club, United Way, and general Delmarva dedications are contained in Series IV. The last series contains material on legal, estate, and financial matters.
William Smith Wilson Jr. Collection
by Susan West; The Wilson Family; William Smith Wilson Jr. (1773 – 1991)
2 cartons, 4 oversize folders (7 linear feet)
The William Smith Wilson Jr. Collection is a genealogical collection relating to the Wilson Family with the bulk of items dating from the 1880s to the 1970s with outliers from 1773 to 1991. The majority of the collection consists of genealogical information on the direct line of the Wilson Family as well as some extended family. This collection also includes family journals, checks, and legal and property documents for the Family Farm at Maple Grove Easton.
William Wilson Cambridge Education Papers and Ephemera
by Wilson, William (1893 – 1940)
1 oversize box (1.25 linear feet)
This collection contains education papers and other ephemera from Cambridge, Maryland between 1893 and 1940. Included are two deeds to and from John Wheatley dated 1893 and 1911; a Maryland Public School Register from Dorchester County dating from 1911 to 1916, including loose notes and items; an education publication from 1929 entitled "The Sea Surf"; a 1939 publication entitled "New York World's Fair Views"; a 1940 US Department of Commerce publication entitled "Digest of Civil Air Regulations for Pilots"; and several Cambridge newspapers (Cambridge Record, Daily Banner, Democrat and News, and an issue of Philadelphia Record) from 1908 to 1940.
Williarm U. Purnell Collection
by Purnell, William U. (1800s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Williard U. Purnell Collection features genealogical history on the Purnell family in the 1800s. There are also letters between Williarm U. Purnell and his wife dated 1831.
Willis Family Records Collection
by Alton J. Hudson; David A. Willis; Diana Causey Hudson (circa 1980s)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Willis family history collection contains, and organized family history of the Willis family line formed in 1980. Though can be dated back to the 1800s. The collection includes an outline of the family descendants, spouses, marriage dates, birth dates, children’s names, and other vital information. A majority of the records are children of Edgar Prettyman Willis and their descendants, though all records are a direct line to William E. Willis or George Noble Tarburton.
Willis Tull papers
by Finnell, Arthur Louis (1957 – 2002)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Willis Tull papers include ephemera related to the Milbourne and Townsend familes of the Delmarva Peninsula. There is an excerpt from the 1931 text "Tidewater Maryland" which notes Ralph Milbourne, as well as scans of documents related to genealogical work done on the Milbourne and Townsend familes. There is an insert article from a magazine on George A. Townsend. Correspondence on "Crisfield, Maryland" letterhead addressed to "Myrtle" from an unknown writer is also included. There is the 1957 commencement and baccalaureate program from the State Teachers College, Towson, Maryland. Albert Richard Tull is mentioned in "Thatcham-Then and Now", 1983. Included is program from Maryland's Four Hundred Monument Rededication and Colonial Ancestors Roster, both from 1992. Finally, there is a copy of a colonial pamphlet from 1659, reprinted in 2002.
Wilmer O. Lankford III papers
by Unknown (1894 – 2008)
3 boxes (2.25 linear feet)
The papers of Wilmer O. Lankford III encompass his research materials and original manuscripts of his four-volume book, They Lived in Somerset; including Lankford family documents such as Wilmer’s Western Maryland College scrapbook, as well as facsimiles and transcripts of church records, from Somerset County, Maryland, 1894-2008. Additional components include Rev. William Colbert’s account of his travels in Somerset County from 1801-1807, and the diary of Ida Marshall Lankford that reflects the lynching of Isaac Kemp for the murder of Constable Ned Carver.
Wilson Family House Photograph
by Unknown (1900s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This is a photograph of Margaret Virginia Bounds' house. On the back of the photograph it is written that the home was built in the late 18th or early 19th century and was known as the Thomas Wilson place until the Bounds family purchased it in the 1970s. It was located along route 50 east of Mardela Springs, Maryland.
Wilson Family photographs
by Wilson Family (1897 – 1920)
1 box (0.5 linear feet)
The Wilson Family photograph collection documents the White, Woolford, Stanford and Tull families of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, including Salisbury, Princess Anne, and Somerset County, Maryland through a series of photographic prints from 1897-1920 with the bulk of the images dating from 1897-1900.
Winter Place Carriage House Museum collection
by Winter Place Carriage House Museum (1977)
1 oversize folder (1.25 linear feet)
This collection contains one poster showing the former Winter Place Carriage House Museum in Wicomico County, as well as two newspaper clippings from 1977 documenting the closing of the museum and subsequent sale of the carriages. The Show Horse Training Center and Carriage House Museum at Winter Place once featured dozens of rare and ornamental carriages before the owner became bankrupt, causing everything to be auctioned and the land to become a county park.
Woman's Eastern Shore Society of Maryland cookbook
by Women's Eastern Shore Society of Maryland (1977)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Published in 1977, the Woman's Eastern Shore Society of Maryland cookbook documents recipes provided by members of the organization who sought social fellowship and the preservation of tradition. Each recipe contains the member's name and their geographic location. The book also provides basic cooking information and guidelines as well as recommendations for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and additional guides on how to remove specific types of stains.
Women in Early Somerset County essay
by Winder, Joan (December 6, 1984)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Women in Early Somerset County Essay contains a paper written by Joan Winder titled "Women and Economic Authority in Early Somerset County." The essay covers women who had legal and economic control over their families from 1700-1838 in Somerset County.
Women's Christian Temperance Union of Maryland booklet
by Woman's Christian Temperance Union of Maryland (1914)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This booklet contains the minutes of the 39th Annual Convention of the Women's Christian Temperance Union of Maryland that took place at Asbury Methodist Episcopal Church in 1914. The booklet which the group's constitution and reports of work.
Women's Foreign Missionary Society Ledger
by Women's Foreign Missionary Society (1901 – 1905)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Handwritten ledger of the Eastern Shore District of the Women's Foreign Missionary Society of the Virginia Commonwealth, 1901-1905. Ledger documents the meetings of the various societies including but not limited to Salisbury, Capeville, Onancock and Oak Grove. Also noted in the ledger are the years, quarter, and number of members present, dues, funds, specials and officers present. Pages of correspondence and loose meeting notes are also housed with the ledger.
Woodrow T. Wilson papers
by Wilson, Woodrow T. (1907 – 2000)
14 cartons, 1 oversize folder (16.5 linear feet)
The papers of Woodrow T. Wilson are a comprehensive documentation of his extensive research conducted to author his four-volume series on Crisfield, Maryland and Somerset County, Maryland as well as numerous articles written for the Crisfield Times. Manuscripts, proof copies, and unpublished materials authored by Wilson and his associates are also included. The amassed collection of newspaper clippings, birth, marriage and death records, family histories and typed articles are a testament to the people of Crisfield, 1907-2000 with the bulk of the material dating from 1968-1980.
Woodrow Wilson Victory Parade Photograph Collection
by Unknown (1912 – 1913)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains panoramic photographs of the 1913 Wilson victory parade at Wicomico Fairgrounds, copies of article and photographs featuring J. Herman Williams regarding the parade, as well as Wicomico Historical Society political collection and copies of photographs and an article commemorating the celebration the election of Woodrow Wilson on the shore in 1912-1913.
Woolston Sawmill Ledgers
by Woolston, William P. (1907 – 1913)
2 folders (0.02 linear feet)
This collection contains two ledgers that belonged to William P. Woolston of Salisbury, Maryland. The ledgers document the sawmill's activities from 1907 to 1912 and 1911 to 1913, including payments and types of labor, amount of wood cut, and listings of lumber or cord wood purchased. Also included are loose receipts for construction supplies with letterhead for Woolston's company.
Worcester County Court records
by Worcester County Court (1823 – 1991)
22 boxes, 1 folder (24 linear feet)
Worcester County Court records consist of records of the Register of Wills, the Orphans’ Court, the Circuit Court, and the Department of Public Works of Worcester County, Maryland from 1823-1991. The bulk of collection is related to the settlement of estates from 1825-1919. These estate vouchers, or debts owed by and to the deceased, include those not only of white farmers, merchants and attorneys, but also of Robert Henry, an African American ship captain, and of Wong Bong, a Chinese laborer. Among Henry’s estate vouchers is a receipt from 1905 for repairs to the schooner BEERSHEBA, while among Bong’s estate vouchers is an example of Chinese calligraphy from 1914. The collection includes papers of Thomas D. Purnell, a Register of Wills, from 1890-1897, and of William Kerbin, an attorney, from 1921-1930. It also includes circuit court records of the dissolution of a business partnership between Calvine Howerton and William Duncan from 1916-1931, and records of the Department of Public Works from 1948-1991. The collection offers insight not only into Worcester County’s legal proceedings, but also into the diversity of the county’s population and into two centuries of the county’s economic development and growth.
Worcester County history collection
by Devilbiss, Wilbur (circa 1961)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Worcester County History Collection contains three documents on the history of Worcester County. The first is a 1961 TV transcription by Dr. William Wroten.The second is an essay on Worcester County’s first residents. The last includes a 1961 essay on the state of education in the county written by Wilbur Devilbiss.
Worcester County research collection
by Unknown (1742 – 1974)
6 folders (0.06 linear feet)
The Worcester County research collection contains documents that cover the history of Worcester County. Major topics covered are: the foundation and early history of Worcester County, Worcester County Revolutionary and Civil War periods, historic sites and homes, religious information, and Snow Hill. Also included are Maps of Snow Hill and Worcester County, various writings and essays on Worcester County, and magazine articles.
Worcester County Soil Conservation Services Collection
by Maryland Department of Agriculture; United States Department of Agriculture (1934 – 1999)
7 cartons (7 linear feet)
The Worcester County Soil Conservation Services Collection primarily contains photographs, slides, and negatives depicting conservation activities in Worcester County, Maryland (as well as Somerset and Wicomico Counties) between the 1940s and 1990s. These photographs were taken by both the United States Department of Agriculture and the Maryland Department of Agriculture and nearly every image contains detailed descriptive information. Also included are tax ditch plans and specifications that date between 1934 and 1990 and educational resources (such as slide series and VHS tapes) that date between the 1980s and 1990s.
Worcester County Soil Survey
by United States Department of Agriculture (1928)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The 1928 soil survey record from Worcester County, Maryland, documents the geography physiology of the Atlantic Coastal Plain and reveals there are sands, loams, and clays from the latest Pleistocene deposit with later modifications. Noted in the survey are nine distinct soil types in this county, which is bounded by Wicomico and Somerset Counties, Maryland, and Sussex County, Delaware. The survey was performed by the United States Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Chemistry and Soils.
Worcester Environmental Trust records
by Fehrer, Ilia; Fehrer, Joseph W. (1959 – 2004)
8 cartons, 2 boxes (9 linear feet)
The Worcester Environmental Trust (WET) records reflect a movement to preserve the ecology of the Delmarva Peninsula. Joseph and Ilia Fehrer spearheaded activism in Worcester County, Md. from 1972 until 2002, but were also instrumental in petitioning and lobbying for numerous environmental causes along the Eastern Shore and Chesapeake Bay. The Worcester Environmental Trust records range from 1959 to 2004, and contain executive, financial, and legal records that demonstrate this once effective environmental non-profit organization.
Worcester Parish collection
by Worcester Parish (Undated)
1 box, 2 oversize boxes (3.25 linear feet)
This collection contains books, land records, articles, journals and print material. It delves more deeply into the history of St. Martin’s Church and less so for the others. Four churches are covered in the collection They are: Prince George (Dagsboro, DE), St. Paul’s (Berlin, MD), St. Martin, (Showell, MD) and Worcester Parish in general. There is also a book on the history of the Anglican Church in Maryland, interesting manuscript on the Changing Patterns of Slavery in Worcester County and informative material on colonial inventories.
World War I Troop photograph
by Unknown (1917 – 1918)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Sepia-toned oversized photographic print of World War I infantry troop, from Salisbury, Maryland.
World War II Delaware Coast collection
by Unknown (circa 1942)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The World War II Delaware Coast Collection contains documents relating to the World War II era. The documents cover the military on the Delaware coastline. Of particular interest is a United States Air Force sash and photocopies of United States Naval and Coast Guard orders.
World War II Factual Charts
by United States Navy (1945 – 1946)
1 folder (2.5 linear feet)
This collection contains factual charts of World War II for the European and Asiatic-Pacific Operations. Distributed by World War Chart Co. in Lebanon, PA in 1945 and 1946.
World War II Ration Books
by Unknown (circa 1943)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The World War II Ration Books Collection contains two World War II ration books originally belonging to Fannie White.
World War II Scrapbook
by Unknown (1942 – 1945)
1 oversize box (1.5 linear feet)
Scrapbook contains newspaper and magazine articles pertaining to World War II and the career, death, and funeral of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
World War II Veterans project records
by Bradley, Sylvia (1941, 1997)
3 cartons, 1 box (3.5 linear feet)
The World War II Veterans project records document orally and written the histories of Wicomico County, Maryland men and women who served in the differing branches of the military during World War II. Written and audio evidence documents the veteran’s enlistment, rank, military unit, and where they were stationed for the duration of the war. Records were collected by Sylvia Bradley and the Westside Historical Society in 1995 with subsequent records periodically added in 1996.
Wroten Maryland Genealogical Collection
by Wroten, Patricia; Wroten, William (1992 – 1993)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Wroten Maryland Genealogical Collection contains an essay written by William Wroten and correspondence between Patricia Wroten and those searching for genealogy. The essay that William Wroten wrote is titled "The Planting of Methodism" and discusses how local Methodism started. The rest of the collection is correspondence between Patricia Wroten, a Librarian for the Historical Society, and those trying to find genealogical information on their families.
Wye Plantation Architecture Collection
by Unknown (1948 – 1979)
5 oversize folders, 2 folders (0.7 linear feet)
The Wye Plantation Collection contains architectural plans of the Wye Mills plantation dating from 1949 to 1975. The collection includes plans for the renovation of the main house, various auxiliary houses, the library, the garage wing, the Wye Church, the perimeter wall, and the grounds. The collection also contains photographs of the property as well as slides and handwritten notes.
Young H.E. Hitch papers
by Hitch, Young H.E. (1803 – 1871)
2 boxes, 1 oversize box (1.75 linear feet)
The Young H.E. Hitch papers consist of the correspondence and papers of Young HE Hitch and members of the Hitch family. The collection documents Hitch’s life as a farmer in South Carolina and his experiences as a private in the Confederate Army. The papers include a mathematical workbook dating from 1814 and belonging to Hitch’s father, Joseph Hitch. The workbook is lined with newsprint from 1803, with notices of the Louisiana Purchase and advertisements for the recapture of runaway slaves. The papers also include a journal of Hitch’s farm work from 1858; a receipt for the purchase of Confederate bonds; examples of Confederate postage stamps; and dozens of letters written by Hitch to his wife and sons while he served in the Confederate Army.
Zion Church photograph
by Unknown (Undated)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an undated photograph of Zion Church.
Zoar United Methodist Church
by Minor, S. Alexander; Zoar United Methodist Church (1983 – 2008)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a booklet documenting the 100th anniversary of the Zoar United Methodist Church located in Selbyville, Delaware and a copy of the 125th anniversary directory.
Zoar United Methodist Church collection
by Jackson, Shirley (1997)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains a booklet written by Shirley Jackson in 1997 entitled "Preserving Precious Memories: Zoar United Methodist Church (Reids Grove) on the Easton District of the Peninsula-Delaware Conference of the United Methodist Church 1918-1997."
“Women’s Quilts, Women’s Voices” Oral History Collection
by Jeanne Whitney; Laura Tuenerman-Kaplan (1995)
1 box (1 linear feet)
This oral history collection documents the experiences of quilters on Maryland's Eastern Shore. The oral interviews describe the process and techniques used in creating their quilts. Also included are the quilter's feelings on their influences, store-bought quilts, if they made their quilts by hand or by machine, and what kind of friendships and communities making quilts has allowed them to create.