Date range: 1993 / Places: Sanibel (Fla.)

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Abstract Or Scope: The Sanibel Island Collection consists of photographs that highlight the geographical, environmental, social, and civic aspects of Sanibel Island. There are also letters, telegrams, and newspaper articles that highlight the social and community life on Sanibel Island. All materials in this collection are prior to the damage caused by Hurricane Ian in 2022.

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Abstract Or Scope: The memorial to Emmy Lu Lewis at the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation. Lewis was the point person to establish the "Ding" Darling Memorial Committee after Darling's death. To honor the Captiva islander, Pulitzer-Prize winner and ardent land conservationist, the Committee worked for five years to establish the J.N. "D'ing" Darling National Wildlife Refuge, from 1962 to 1967.

Abstract Or Scope: Francis Bailey makes a point to the audience at the old Bailey's General Store at the Sanibel Historical Village and Museum in June 1993. John, Francis, and Sam Bailey were born to Frank P. Bailey, also one of three sons--Frank, Harry and Ernest Bailey. The Baileys farmed on Sanibel, coming to the island in 1894, and established a packing company and general store in 1899. Francis returned to the island after school to take over running the Bailey's General Store from his father Frank.

Abstract Or Scope: John Bailey regales an audience at the old Bailey's General Store at the Sanibel Historical Village and Museum in June 1993. John, Francis, and Sam Bailey were born to Frank P. Bailey, also one of three sons--Frank, Harry and Ernest Bailey. The Baileys farmed on Sanibel, coming to the island in 1894, and established a packing company and general store in 1899.