Box 1

1.      Allen,  1951

Included is a correspondence between Fred (J.F) Messick and Ruth Jones Wilkins in 1951 and details the facts of the people and history of Allen as recalled by Messick. 

2.      Bank bags

Included are 4 bank bags- 3 from DE, 1 from MD           

3.      Berlin, 1905-1954     

Included is a booklet from 1954 from the Junior Guild of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church which details a pilgrimage throughout Berlin to see several old homes and Old St. Martin’s Church. 

Included are various business transactions, invoices, and correspondences between the David J. Adkins Co. For contracting and building materials and James E. Farlow between 1905-1906 describing dissatisfaction with the service requested by Farlow. 

Included is a ration book issued to housewife Hilda Jones during WWII 

Included are several business exchanges ranging from invoices, delivery receipts, and orders between Anthony H. Purnell and various businesses in Berlin between 1905-1929 for his business. 

4.      Berlin, 1901-1959

Included are several business transactions and invoices for Anthony H. Purnell from interactions with other business proprietors from Berlin between 1918-1921 

Included are several business transactions, invoices, correspondences, and statements for Edwin Wimbrow’s interactions with other businesses in Berlin from 1948-1954 for his produce business. 

Included is an invoice from 1901 from John R. Purnell and Co. Which was billed to James Farlow for purchase of goods in 1901. 

5.      Berlin - Churches, 1967

Included is a service pamphlet from May 14, 1967, from the Bethany Synepuxent Church for a Mother’s Day service. 

6.      Bi-centennial of Salisbury, 1982, 1986

Included are two booklets from various Salisbury Sesqui Bi-Centennial celebrations and parades from 1982. There is also a booklet that recognizes the centennial anniversary of the Great Fire of Salisbury from the Fireman’s Muster and Olympics in 1986. 

7.      Bishop, 1920

Included is an invoice from 1920 from Hudson and Hudson Oyster Shell Lime Co. to businessman Anthony Purnell. 

8.      Bivalve, 1851-1859

Included is an address book with notes from 1859 and three receipts for orders between 1849-1859. 

Included is a photograph from a family who owned a house on Texas Rd. 

9.      Bowen, 1958, 1963

Included are two homecoming service booklets from the Bowen Methodist Church in Newark, MD- one from October 20, 1963, and one from October 12, 1958. 

10.  Burbage Family Correspondence, 1903-1935

Included is a correspondence from 1935 between Harlan and Ernest Burbage, in which Ernest advises Harlan to avoid trouble at university. 

Included is a correspondence between the Dean of Bucknell University and Ernest Burbage from 1930, in which the dean discusses a young Ernest’s behavior at the university and shares plans to encourage Ernest on the right path to graduate. 

Included is a correspondence between a young Ernest and his mother, in which his mother shares her concerns for her son’s future at university. 

Included is a correspondence between James Laws and Ernest Burbage, in which Laws discusses options for a payment plan for an order Burbage placed in 1903. 

Included is a correspondence between Ernest Burbage and his son from 1931, in which Burbage discusses his son’s fraternity. 

11.  Cambridge, 1903-1952

Included is an invoice from C. R. Corkran Ice Cream and Candy retail. 

Included is an empty envelope from the Cambridge Manufacturing Company addressed to Mr. Geo Pritchett from 1935. 

Included is a lager label for Fager’s Island Blue Dog Ale brewed at Wild Goose Brewery. 

Included is a check from The Eastern Shore Trust Company for a $15 payment to Yewell James dated 1949. 

Included are several invoices from The Cambridge MFG Company for sales from 1936-1938. 

Included is a check from M. Nathan Estate Furniture and Carpets from 1891 for payment via Virgil Burris. 

Included are 18 tax notices addressed to Arthur D. Eskridge and Earl Eskridge 15 for taxes owed both to the county Commissions of Dorchester County and the State of Maryland- 3 for automobile tax, ranging from 1918-1932. 

Included is a graduation announcement from Caroline High school for the class of 1944 that was sent to the family of graduate John Robertson Atkinson. 

Included is a record of policy payments made to the United Life Insurance Company of Cambridge, kept by insurance agents.  

Included are two checks from Arthur and John Eskridge for the Kent County Mutual Insurance Company, both dated 1926. 

Included is an advertisement for product changes for the Phillips Packaging Company, dated 1930. 

Included is a money order from the Dorchester National Bank of Cambridge, dated 1903, between the Pritchett family and Joseph R. Phillips. 

Included is a flyer for an antique show and sale at the National Guard Armory in Cambridge to benefit Co. K, 115th Infantry in 1952. 

12.  Camden (DE), 1952

Included is an invoice from the Chas Du Pont Ridgely and Company Insurance Service addressed to J. Richard Phillips, Jr. And Sons, Inc. For money owed for the latter’s fire insurance policy. 

13.  Campbell's Soup

Included is a collection of various clippings of cartoon kids eating/preparing/promoting Campbell Tomato soup. 

Included are two labels peeled off tomato juice cans from Willow Brook Farm Products, which were packed in Salisbury, MD. 

Included are three black envelopes from the Campbell Soup Company- 1 from the company is Salisbury, MD and the other two from Pocomoke City, MD. 

Included are three sheets of blank stationery from the Campbell Soup Company in Pocomoke City, MD. 

14.  Cape Charles, 1939, 1949

Included are two letters from The Pennsylvania Railroad in Cape Charles Virginia addressed to R. E. Wimbrow discussing Wimbrow’s desire to lease land in Whaleyville, Maryland and other business relations in 1949. 

Included is a letter from 1939 from the Pennsylvania Railroad Delmarva Division addressed to the Train Master and other high-profile train employees discussing pamphlets from the New York World’s Fair to increase rail travel. 

15.  Cedartown – Churches, 1944

Included is a service pamphlet from the Wesley Methodist Church homecoming day service in 1944. 

16.  Chesapeake Bay Bridge, 1952

Included is an invitation from the Governor of MD, Theodore R. McKeldin and government service committee members to attend the dedication of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Also included is the original envelope the invitation was enclosed in, as well as a booklet from the dedication in 1952. 

17.  Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel, 1965

Included is a leaflet from 1965 that includes the tunnel toll schedule as well as quick facts on the tunnel. 

18.  Chestertown, 1949

Included is an invoice from Hogans Motor Lines to Jones and A. Davis for shipped painting supplies. 

19.  Chestertown – Churches, 1944

Included is a pamphlet from the First Methodist Church in Chestertown from 1944 

20.  Cheswold, 1920

Included are two invoices from Caleb Boggs and Son produce from 1920 for items sold to Anthony H. Purnell for his farm business. 

21.  Clarksville – Churches

Included is a hand-drawn image of the Old Blackwater Presbyterian Church. 

22.  Covington, 1934

Included is a correspondence between W. G. Watson and Burris in 1934, in which Watson writes pleadingly to Burris to refer to their business arrangement and pay him the proper money owed, as well as interest for wasting Watson’s time. 

23.  Crisfield, 1897-1958

Included is a photograph of a man on an advertisement for P. M. Tilghman’s photography studio. 

Included are 2 “The Pythian Monitor” booklets from the Knights of Pythian from 1933 in which principles and messages of perseverance are discussed.  

Included is an extensive, handwritten receipt from Disharoon and Company grocers of goods purchased by Aden Davis Jr in 1902. 

Included is a check from the Bank of Crisfield addressed to S. J. Miles Jr, dated 1897. It also includes a check from the Marine Bank of Crisfield addressed to William W. Martin, dated 1958. 

Included is a blank certificate of membership to the Peninsula Council, No. 132, Junior Order United American Mechanics. 

Included is a booklet titled “Souvenir of Crisfield, MD” which includes home-remedies and recipes. 

24.  Dagsboro, 1920

Included are 4 invoices from 1920 from Timmons, Williams, Baker, and Company all addressed to Anthony Purnell for various seed and feed purchases for his farm. 

25.  Dairy Farms, nd

Included are 2 extensive lists of dairy farms in Maryland which includes dairy, proprietor, permit, and city. 

26.  Delaware State Fair, 1971, 1973

Included are two booklets for the Delaware State Fair held in Harrington, DE detailing the various events held at the fair from 1971 and 1973. 

27.  Delmar, 1905-1966

Included is one leather glasses case from T. Barton Freeney Jeweler and Optometrist. 

Included is a letter from 1915 from F. G. Elliot Hardware advertising their opening day and the products they carry. 

Included is an invoice from Dashiell Hardware Company from 1967. Also included is a monthly catalog from Calloway Hardware Company from 1942. 

Included is a doctor’s note from Dr. S. Howard Lynch from 1948.  

Included is a business card from West View Poultry Farm advertising their upcoming poultry variety. 

Included is a telegram from Miss E. Gibbs warning a woman named Lena that her boyfriend Pt. Phillip Gibbs must immediately return to camp as directed by his CO. Also included is a change of address postcard addressed to Weslena Holloway for Pvt. George Duncan’s appointment to post at San Fransisco, CA in 1943. 

Included is a Souvenir Program from the Delmar Centennial in 1959 that details events at the celebration. Also included is a program for the 100th club celebration of the Delmar Kiwanis Club for the Charter Night from 1950. 

Included is a newspaper clipping of a photograph of State St. Between MD and DE of the First Methodist Church and the Mt. Olive Church. 

Included are four invoices from S. N. Culver Men’s Shop- three addressed to R. E. Wimbrow in 1950, 1952, and 1956 and one addressed to Mr. Jewell. 

Included is a doctor’s invoice from Dr. James Brayshaw for Edwin Sirman for services in 1920. Also included are two invoices for the purchase of goods addressed to Edwin Sirman-one from 1915, the other from 1922. There are also two checks from The First National Bank of Delmar, DE intending to pay Edwin Sirman, dated 1910 and 1914. Also included are a few utility bills addressed to Sirman and various invoices from businesses in Delmar. Along with this collection, there is a freight bill invoice from The United States Railroad Administration for an order shipped to Delmar in 1919. 

Included is a registration list from 1911, as well as 1913, which highlights names added, erased, and refused in the Delmar district 

Included are several invoices from various businesses addressed to Dr. James Brayshaw. 

Included is a correspondence between Edwin Turnbull, an attorney, and W.L. Sirman in which Turnbull responds to Sirman’s accusations against Mr. Hastings by prompting a potential lawsuit in 1905. 

28.  Delmar – Schools, 1919-1929

Included are 4 commencement announcements from Delmar High School between 1919-1929. 

29.  Denton, 1944, 1973, nd

Included are 2 blank checks from the Denton National Bank 

Included is a commencement announcement from the graduating class of 1944 at Caroline High School.  

Included is a magazine titled “The Eastern Shore Heartland” from 1973. 

30.  Dewey Beach, 1950

Included is a ticket for a fall fashion show held by The Swimming and Sailing Club of Dewey Beach in 1950. 

31.  Dorchester County, 1928

Included is an automobile tax notice addressed to Arthur D. Eskridge from 1928. 

32.  Dover, 1914-1957

Included is a booklet from the State Board of Health on the danger and prevention of Typhoid Fever. Also included is a pamphlet from the State Board of Agriculture for legumes in DE. 

Included are several invoices addressed to the Wimbrow Company for goods and services for their farm in Whaleyville, MD. 

Included is a letter from Boyce Brokers for Fruit and Grain addressed to the Wimbrow Company to promote the former’s business of marketing and protecting local tomato growers. Also included is a letter addressed to Edwin Wimbrow from Consolidated Industries in which the latter discusses some troubles and business transactions between the two companies. 

Included are three pamphlets from the Dover Floral Company intended to advertise. 

33.  Eaton Business Records, 1876-1898

Included are several invoices billed to Rev. James S. Eaton and his wife for various interactions with businesses. 

Included are several railroad passes highlighting the travels of Eaton. 

Included is a letter written by Eaton in which he describes a cure for cancer that he learned from Indians on his travels. 

Included are two letters addressed to Eaton from E. B. Riggin which include details about their business transactions. 

Included is a tax notice on Eaton’s properties. Also included is a letter from Esquire Bailey from 1898 warning Eaton about his overdue balance on his estate. 

Included are coupons for various businesses in Princess Anne, MD. 

Included is an 1898 letter from A. W. Robinson and Company addressed to Eaton informing the latter that he is granted employment for manufacturing crates and baskets. 

34.  Easton, 1920-1921

Included are invoices for Anthony Purnell from business interactions with R. B. Shaw in 1920 and 1921. 

35.  Easton – Churches, 1928

Included is a pamphlet from 1928 for tur Old Third Haven Meeting House in Easton. 

36.  Exmore, 1949

Included are an invoice and blank delivery tag from Coca-Cola manufacturers from 1949. 

37.  Fan Advertisements, nd

Included are several fan advertisements from businesses in Maryland, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. 

38.  Federalsburg, 1911-1963

Included are several invoices from various businesses, a deposit slip from the Eastern Shore Trust Company’s Bank from 1930, coupons for stock tonic, and a blank election card from 1963. 

39.  Frankford, 1919-1920

Included are invoices for Anthony Purnell for the various supplies purchased for his business from 1919-1920. 

40.  Frederica, 1948

Included is a blank miniature calendar for 1948 as part of an advertisement for Frederica Garage and Esso Service center.  

41.  Fruitland, 1958

Included is an invoice for Mrs. R. E. Wimbrow for labor and goods ordered for propane gas in 1958. 

42.  Fruitland – Churches, 1979

Included is a church informational booklet from 1979 for St. John’s United Methodist Church. 

43.  Galestown, 1937

Included is a pocketbook of the Constitution and By-Laws of Rescue Lodge No. 155 from 1937. 

44.  George Rayne Business Records, 1927-1935

Included are several invoices for various business transactions from George Payne’s business endeavors, an insurance money order from Kent County Mutual Insurance, a tire registration application from 1917, a business correspondence from 1931, and two contractual agreements between Payne and other businesses from 1928 and 1931. 

45.  Georgetown, 1907-1957

Included are several invoices for J. W. Blizzard for purchase of various goods between 1916-1947, an invoice for tobacco from 1907, a blank delivery tag, and an advertisement for an antique show held by St. Paul’s Episcopal Parish House in 1957. 

46.  Girdletree, 1915-1916

Included are two report rolls from the 1915-1916 school year at Girdletree High School for Catherine and Frances Hancock. 

47.  Greensboro – Churches, 1961

Included is a worship schedule for 02/05/1961 service at St. Paul’s Methodist Church. 

48.  Harrington, 1950s

Included are 4 invoices from Huber Banking Co. from the 1950s. 

49.  Hebron, 1924-1973, nd          

Included is a blank check, stationery, and a history of Hebron book from The Hebron Savings Bank, a program from the Hebron Lions Club Charter Night in 1938, a dedication program for a new post office from 1959, a dedication program for a volunteer fire department in 1972, several business invoices for George and Hilda Bounds in the 1940s, as well as pins for their produce packing business and a correspondence between Bounds Package Co and the Wimbrow Co from 1950. 

50.  Hebron – Churches, 1916-1931, nd

Included is a postcard for Rally Day in 1931 from the Methodist Protestant Church, several printed photographs of men and locations in Hebron, a gospel book for Hebron M. E. Camp from 1914, and a newspaper from the Methodist Protestant Church in 1931. 

51.  Hebron – Schools, 1935, 1944

Included is a memory book belonging to Alan Atkinson, a commencement announcement from 1944 for Hebron High School for Atkinson, a baccalaureate service from St. Paul’s Methodist Church, a graduation program for 1944 and a commencement memory book from 1935. 

52.  Hilda H. Bounds Records, 1937-1945

Included are several invoices for transactions by Hilda Bounds between 1937-1945. 

53.  Historical Site Inventory, 1988-1990

Included is a Delmarva History/Heritage Committee Directory from 1988, a correspondence/survey for military monuments in Wicomico County in 1990, membership list for the Wicomico County Historical Trust in 1990, a list of properties, easements, etc. in Wicomico County, an easement checklist for Wic. County, and several photographs and pamphlets. 

54.  Hon. William H. Jackson, 1910s

Included is a booklet on the life and successes of Hon. William H. Jackson from the 1910s with emphasis on his life in Salisbury. 

55.  Horse Shows, 1937, 1951, 1956

Included are three catalogues from the Wicomico Hunt Club Horse Show from 1934, 1951, and 1956, respectfully. 

56.  Hurlock, nd

Included are two progress reports for the Eskridge family from Hurlock High School and a letter from Adele Farms for tomato growing. 

57.  Hurlock – Schools, 1924, 1935

Included is a yearbook for Hurlock High School for the 1923-1924 school year and a playbook for the Senior Class Play at Hurlock High School from 1935. 

58.  Laurel, 1900-1950

Included are several invoices for Mr. Sirman and the Wimbrow Company between 1900-1950 and a Christmas card from the Valliant Fertilizer Company from 1928. 

59.  Lincester, 1897

Included is an invoice from J. F. Legar for wheat and pepper in 1897. 

60.  Lincoln, 1951

Included are various invoices for the Wimbrow Company for goods purchased in 1951, two letters to the Wimbrow Company from Frank Clendaniel regarding tomato and other crop shipments, a letter from the Francis C. Stokes Company regarding crop status all from 1951.  

61.  Littleton Records, 1925-1938

Included are various invoices for John Littleton’s business endeavors between 1925-1938. 

62.  Mardela Springs – Churches, 1944

Included is a dedication program from 1944 for the Snethen Methodist Church. 

63.  Marion Station, 1896-1902

Included are several registry bills from 1897-1899, several invoices for various goods purchased at different businesses, a book list of delivery registrations from 1896, several applications for money orders, several packaging binds from the US Postal service between 1898-1900, and a correspondence from the Post Office Department to the Postmaster of Mardela Springs in 1897. 

64.  Maryland High School, 1946

Included is a character and music list from a play from Maryland High School in 1946. 

65.  Milford, 1917-1950

Included is a letter and envelope addressed to Dr. L. L. Carlisle from 1919 regarding an order placed with N. B. Downing Company for building materials and various invoices between 1920-1950 for goods purchased by different people, notably Anthony Purnell and the Wimbrow Company. 

66.  Milford - Churches, 1973

Included is a service and celebration booklet for Grace Church in 1973. 

67.  Millsboro, 1911-1952

Included are a couple of letters addressed to Viola Sirman for the sale of goods from W. L. Parker in 1911 and 1914, also included is an invoice for R. E. Wimbrow. 

68.  Milton, 1916

Included are two invoices for John Blizzard's purchase of goods for meal in 1916. 

69.  Mt. Vernon, 1910s

Included is a payment receipt from the 1910s paid by Edwin Kenney. 

70.  Nanticoke , 1924-1930

Included is a newspaper clipping from 1981, a booklet of the Tribal Laws of Nanticoke Tribe Number 87, ephemera from the Savings Bank of Nanticoke from 1903 for E. P. Kenney, and a railway charge copy from 1924. 

71.  Nanticoke – Churches, 1962, nd

Included is a service booklet from a Nanticoke church in 1962 and a newspaper clipping of the drawing of plans for The Church of the Nazarene. 

72.  Nanticoke – H.B.K. & Son Cannery Tokens, nd

Included are 4 tokens from H. B. K. and Sons. 

73.  Nanticoke – Schools, 1908

Included is a hand drawn picture outline of two photographs also included in this collection of students from the Nanticoke Grammar School from 1908. 

74.  Nassawango

Included is a pamphlet from the Worchester County Historical Society which details the story of the Nassawango Furnace. 

75.  National Farmers Alliance and Industrial Union, 1889-1891

Included are two booklets for the Annual Session of the Alliance and Union from 1889 and1890. Also included is a secretary’s book of blank forms regarding membership in the farming alliance, a book of receipts for shipped goods, two ritual books from 1891, two books of the constitution and by-laws for members of the NFAIU from 1890 and 1889 and an unsigned letter that argues that the Alliance should amend their by-laws and sessions starting in 1892 

Box 2

1.      National Geographic Delmarva Article, 1950

Included is a worn article from National Geographic from 1950 that details the landscape and nature of the Delmarva region. 

2.      Neptune, 1943

Included is a war ration book issued to a female from Neptune in 1943.                                    

3.      Newark (DE), nd

Included is a flyer for an antique show sponsored by St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Newark. 

4.      Newark (MD) – Churches, 1941-1964, nd

Included are several church service books from Bowen Methodist Church with dates spanning 1941-64. 

5.      Ocean City, 1943-1991

Included are meal tickets, business cards, stationery, flyers, and menus from various hotels. Also included are business flyers, certificates of membership to the Marlin Club, a pocket book from the Real Estate Association in 1958, and several invoices from various local businesses addressed to The Wimbrow Company between 1950-58. This collection also includes several tour guide pamphlets from 1990-91, maps from 1956, and a bicentennial event guide from 1973. 

6.      Parsonsburg, 1920-1992, nd

Included are photographs with descriptions of a home in Old Ocean City from 1958, a book from 1992 celebrating Parsonsburg anniversary of founding, several medallions from the Junior Order United American Mechanics league. Also included are various ephemera from the National Council of Sons and Daughters of Liberty from 1924 and invoices from 1930s-1944. 

7.      Parsonsburg – Churches, 1946

Included is a ticket from 1946 for the choir assembly at Calvary Methodist Church. 

8.      Pennsylvania Railroad Company, 1915-1951

Included are blank checks for transportation charges, a 1915 book on the railway steel used for trains, and three fare books dating between 1919-51 for the Delmarva division of the Pennsylvania Railroad Company. 

9.      Pittsville, 1891-1958

Included are several invoices and business notes addressed to Edwin Wimbrow from 1950-57, other invoices addressed to various people, notably James Harlow, from 1891-1913, and a check from James Harlow from 1916. Also included are business advertisements and correspondences between various businesses and customers and a blank receipt book.  

10.  Pittsville – Churches, 1933  

Included is a book on the history of Ayres M. E. Church from 1933   

11.  Pocomoke City, 1912-1962

Included is a farming guide from the 1950s, various banking ephemera, a flyer from 1912, and several invoices addressed to The Wimbrow Company, Anthony Purnell, and Upshur Merrill. 

12.  Powellville, 1899, 1950, 1952

Included are a couple of invoices from 1950 and 1952 and empty envelopes addressed to E. Burbage and James Beauchamp. 

13.  Princess Anne, 1852-1984

Included is a booklet on the restoration of the Teackle Mansion, bank ephemera from the 1850s-1928, invoices for George Bounds and George Hayman, and a letter of admission addressed to George Hayman from 1945 into East Gate Lodge No. 65. 

14.  Quantico, 1937

Included is a napkin from the Quantico Parish House supper and a program for the Quantico Camp Meeting from 1937. 

15.  Railroads, 1929-1992

Included are timetables from the Pennsylvania Railroad from 1929 and 1943, an informational pamphlet for Delmarva railroads of the late 19th- early 20th centuries, and digitally reconstructed images of various train stations from the Eastern Shore Railway Museum. 

16.  Rehoboth Beach,1953, 1955 

Included are blank stationery and flyers from various hotels and businesses in Rehoboth Beach as well as two catalogues for the All Saints’ Parish House antique shows from 1953 and 1955. 

17.  Rock Hall – Churches, undated       

Included is a giving envelope for donations made to the Rock Hall Methodist Church.   

18.  Rockawalkin, 1937

Included are two napkins from the Rockawalkin Oyster and Chicken Salad Supper and Turkey Dinner at Rockawalkin Hall from 1937. 

19.  S. & H. Green Stamps, 20th century  

Included are several coupons from multiple businesses in the Delmarva region entitling holders to green stamps. 

20.  Salisbury, 1887-1953

Included are several invoices from 1900-53, notably for James Farlow, D. Parsons, Edwin Sirman, The Wimbrow Company and Tingle&Tingle, letters, and businesses bank transactions from 1891-1948. Also included are various invitations to business events, receptions, and galas from 1941. 

Also included is a certificate of promotion for William Sirman in the Free Mason Organization from the 1880s and an almanac from 1917. 

21.  Salisbury, 1899-1967, nd

Included are several invoices from multiple businesses addressed to several different people, notably J. Farlow, Edwin Wimbrow, and Pee-Wee Mkt. Also included are various business advertisements, records, bank transactions, and letters from 1923-67. 

22.  Salisbury, 1896-1973

Included are several bank ephemera, including a social security record, from 1890-1958, tourist flyers, business services from 1960-1973, particularly invoices addressed to Tingle&Tingle. 

23.  Salisbury, 1863-1987

Included are business flyers, letters, catalogues, and invoices, notably for Anthony Purnell, Tingle&Tingle, Edward Kenney, Hilda Bounds from 1868-1967. 

Also included is a street map, catalogue, and tourist flyers of Salisbury ranging between 1938-9o1980s 

24.  Salisbury – Churches, 1928-1980, nd

Included are several service booklets from churches of multiple denominations from 1936-80, a baptismal service for Alan Atkinson from 1938, history books on various churches, and recipe and songbooks sponsored by various churches. 

25.  Salisbury – Hotel Wicomico, 1924-1961

Included are programs for various events held at the Hotel and menus for Christmas dinners held between 1953-61. 

26.  Salisbury – Schools, 1914-1977

Included is a press release from Beacon Echoes from 1914, advertisements from the Eastern Shore College from 1907, graduate list from 1913, several commencement announcements, several salaries check from the Wicomico Board of Education, musical and theatre performances from high schools, and a dedication pamphlet for Parkside High School from 1976. 

26a. Minstrel Show at Maryland State Teachers College, 1935-1936

Included are several newspaper clippings advertising the Minstrel Show, a flyer, a program book held of the Maryland State Normal School, and a tuition card for Helen Tingle from 1927. 

27.  Sanford (VA), 1909

Included is an envelope and invoice addressed to M. F. Drummond from 1909. 

28.  Saxis, 1950-1952

Included are several invoices addressed to the Wimbrow Company from 1950-52 and an auction record for John Howard in 1952. 

29.  Seaford, 1938-1967

Included are several program books for auctions held by St. Luke’s Protestant Episcopal Church between 1952-58 and business invoices and checks. 

30.  Selbyville, 1920-1956

Included are several invoices and a letter for Edwin Wimbrow and Anthony Purnell between 1950-56. Also included are several catalogue advertisements between 1941-56 

Box 3

1.       Shad Point, 1951

Included is a booklet on the history of Washington Church from 1951. 

2.       Sharptown, 1884-1967       

Included are a couple of invoices from 1884 and 1967 as well as other business receipts, advertisements, and bank checks.                                                                            

3.       Sharptown – Churches, 1976

Included are two service pamphlets for the United Methodist Church centennial in 1976.                                                  

4.       Showell, 1910-1958 

Included are several business invoices for Anthony Purnell, John Powell, and Edwin Wimbrow between 1919-58 and two letters addressed to P.W. Davis regarding business transactions.                                                               

5.       Skipjacks, 1977

Included is a booklet detailing various historical boats in the Chesapeake published in 1977. 

6.       Smyrna, 1906, nd

Included is a business letter addressed to Misses Harrington from 1906 and a business advertisement for anthracite. 

7.       Snow Hill, 1919-1962 

Included are government documents including tax records from 1919 and several business invoices addressed to, notably, Hillary Colbourne, Edwin Wimbrow, and Anthony Purnell as well as various checks from 1919-62. Notably, there is a correspondence between J. Richard Phillips and Edwin Wimbrow regarding property. Also included are pamphlets for businesses and the banquet of the Worcester County Farm Bureau of 1939.                                                            

8.       St. Martins, 1921-1951

Included is an invoice addressed to R.E. Wimbrow from 1950. Also included are four certificates for perfect attendance and grade promotion for Chester, Charles, and Rodia Palmer from 1921-27.                                                                       

9.       State Council of Maryland, 1915

Included is a booklet of the Constitution and bylaws for the State Council of Maryland Junior Order of United American Mechanics from 1915. 

10.   Stockton, 1935, 1965

Included are three invoices from 1935 and 1965, notably addressed to Preston Jones. 

11.   Sussex County, 1899

Included is a list of members of the various committees that comprise the Sussex County Levy Court for 1899. 

12.   Talbot County, 1961

Included is a booklet directory of life in Talbot County from 1961. 

13.   Tomato Plant – Supply, 1951

Included are numerous tomato contracts between the Wimbrow Company and several tomato growers to ensure business transactions from 1951. 

14.   Trappe, 1949

Included is an invoice addressed to the Wimbrow Company from 1949.

15.   Turner Brothers Company, 1927-1930

Included are several statements for the sale of goods, an inventory list of all goods sold by the grocers, and several checks from 1927-30. 

16.   Tyaskin, 1888-1899

Included are several railway shipment records from the Baltimore, Chesapeake, and Atlantic Railway Company from 1898-99, business invoices, and a letter to the freight agent regarding various shipments from 1898. 

17.   Vienna, 1902

Included is an empty envelope addressed to E. H. Burbage from 1902. 

18.   War Items, 1943-1994

Included is a gardening guidebook from the University of Maryland Department of Horticulture from 1943, a savings stamp album from 1964, and a photograph of a Service Men’s Recreation Center. 

19.   Westminster

Included is an advertisement for agent Chas. E. Goodwin from Westminster for the Phenix of Brooklyn, NY. 

20.   Wetipquin, 1980-1990

Included is a program from the Wetipquin anniversary from 1990 as well as two newspaper clippings detailing life in Wetipquin. 

21.   Whaleyville, 1949-1959

Included are several business documents including a couple of severance documents from the Wimbrow Company and an employee from 1949, tax documents, correspondences between the Wimbrow Company and other businesses, and several invoices both to and from the Wimbrow company between 1949-59. 

22.   White Haven, Md.

Included is an advertisement from Frank Palmer’s Camping Center. 

23.   Whiton, 1902, 1945

Included is an empty envelope addressed to Emory Burbage from 1902 and an invoice from 1945. 

24.   Wicomico County, 1870, 1945

Included is a program of the Wicomico Homemakers Club from 1945 and a document certifying debts must be repaid to Wicomico County from 1870. 

25.   Wicomico Historical Trust, 1975, 1984

Included is a record for historical plaques ordered in 1975, a letter from 1984 on behalf of the Historical Society, and a Christmas greeting from Mr. And Mrs. William P. Jackson. 

26.   Willards, 1904-1975

Included is a keychain from 1975 from The Farmer’s National Bank of Willards, business correspondences to Emory Burbage and Mr. Sirman from 1904-13, a stamp book, and a couple of invoices for Emory Burbage and James Farlow.

27.   Wilmington, 1921, 1958, nd

Included is an invoice for Anthony Purnell from 1921 and a flyer for an antique show sponsored by Washington Heights Century Club from 1958. 

28.   Worcester County, 1907, 1992

Included is a calendar and event booklet from the Worcester County 250th anniversary in 1992. Also included is a tax check from 1907 and a blank notepad from 1954 encouraging voters to vote for E. Peter Richardson. 

29.   Photographs

Included are several photographs of people, Old Green Hill Church, possibly E. S. Kenney and his grandkids, homes, and farms. 

30.   Canning Labels

Included are 8 canning labels for produce and other foods. 

31.   Strawberry Tickets, Wicomico County, 1900s

Included are several tickets for 6 quarts of strawberries, two newspaper clippings from the late 20th century, and a story from John Raymond Sheppard about strawberries in Pittsville. 

32.   Photographic Copy, Civilian Conservation Corps, Westover, Md., 1930s

Included is an aerial photograph copy of CCC Camp in Westover, MD. 

33.   Photographic Copy, Gless Hill One Room School House

Included are photograph copies of a class at the Gless Hill One Room School House. 

Box 4

1.  Salisbury Postcards-- Advertising

Included are numerous postcards from businesses in Salisbury advertising goods and services. 

2. Salisbury Postcards-- General Postcards

Included are numerous scenic shots of Salisbury on greeting postcards. 

3. Salisbury Postcards-- Recent Postcards

Included are numerous more modern and recent scenes and designs of Salisbury on greeting postcards. 

4. Salisbury Postcards-- Old Ink Blotters

Included are numerous postcards from businesses using the “ink-blotter” style of the early-mid 20th century. 

5. Salisbury Postcards-- Schools, Colleges, and Salisbury University

Included are numerous postcards from Wicomico County Public Schools, Salisbury State College, Salisbury University, etc. 

6. Salisbury Postcards-- Churches

Included are numerous postcards from many churches of different denominations in Salisbury.  

7. Salisbury Postcards-- CB Cards (1970s)

Included are numerous postcards from businesses and clubs in Salisbury from the 1970s. 

8. Salisbury Postcards-- Greetings

Included are numerous postcards from the late 19th century-early 20th century from Salisbury with general handwritten greetings. 

9. Salisbury Postcards-- River Views

Included are numerous postcards with scenic images of the Wicomico River in Salisbury. 

10. Salisbury Postcards-- Railroads/Overviews

Included are numerous postcards from Salisbury of images- photographs and drawings- of railroads and aerial views of Salisbury. 

11. Salisbury Postcards-- Main Street

Included are numerous postcards- photographs and drawings- of Main Street in Salisbury. 

12. Salisbury Postcards-- Jackson's Mill

Included are a few postcards- photographs- of Jackson’s Mill in Salisbury. 

13. Salisbury Postcards-- Hospital/Sanitarium 

Included are several photograph postcards of the hospital and sanitarium in Salisbury. 

14. Salisbury Postcards-- Post Office, Electric Light Plant, and Fire Headquarters

Included are several postcards in black and white and color of the post office, electric light plant, and fire headquarters in Salisbury. 

15. Salisbury Postcards-- Parks

Included are numerous postcards in black and white, color, digital photographs, and drawings of the Salisbury Municipal Park. 

16. Salisbury Postcards-- Homes for the Aged

Included are several postcards in black and white, color, digital photographs, and drawings of the Home for the Aged in Salisbury.  

17. Salisbury Postcards-- City Hall and Courthouse area

Included are numerous postcards from the Salisbury City Hall and Courthouse that are black and white, color, digital photographs, and drawings. 

18. Salisbury Postcards-- Division Street

Included are numerous black and white, color, digital photographs, and drawings of scenes, people, locations, and businesses along Division Street in Salisbury.  

19. Salisbury Postcards-- Camden Street/Avenue

Included are numerous black and white, color, digital photographs, and drawings of Senator Jackson’s home and other scenic locations along Camden Street. 

20. Salisbury Postcards-- Route 13

Included are numerous black and white, color, digital photographs, and drawings of mid-20th century businesses, restaurants, and hotels along Route 13 in Salisbury. 

21. Salisbury Postcards-- Tonytank/Tony Tank

Included are several black and white and color postcards of the Tonytank Lake and other tourist scenes along the Tonytank in Salisbury. 

22. Salisbury Postcards-- Other Streets and Locations

Included are numerous black and white, color, digital photographs, and drawings of notable locations in Salisbury, such as businesses, scenic locations like Jackson’s farm, and other streets within the city.  

Oversized

1.       W. Frank Howard’s Journal, 1909-1932

2.       Anderson & Bozman advertisement, undated                                                          

3.       Sally Ann Bakery Newsletter, 1967                                      

4.       Salisbury Fire Department Centennial Booklet, 1972                                               

5.       J. E. Guthrie School Tablet, nd

6.       The Eastern Shoreman (2 issues), 1964

7.       Prince George’s Church (Dagsborough) sketch, nd                                                  

8.       Bozman’s Boulevard Esso Station calendar, 1961                                                    

9.       Samuel S. Le Cates calendar, 1946

10.   The Junior Auxiliary Board of the Peninsula General Hospital’s Holiday Revue program, 1950

11.   Quillin-Valliant, Inc. advertisement

12.   Wicomico Senior High-Seaford High Football game program

13.   “Bill” Tull and “Raymond” Jones advertisement

14.   John S. Parker sweet potatoes bag

15.   Delmar political ticket, 1914

16.   Charles Palmer, St. Martin’s public school diploma, 1927

17.   Charles Palmer, St. Martin’s Methodist Episcopal School certificate, 1922

18.   Charles Palmer, St. Martin’s Sunday School certificate, 1915

19.   E. E. Parsons, Wicomico County Second Grade Certificate, 1896-1897

20.   Correspondence, W. H. Willins to Levin Tyler, 1852

21.   Mabel Irene Pruitt, Stockton High School diploma, 1935