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John Gabriel Kellum Scrapbooks, 1920-1969, bulk 1920-1930
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Four scrapbooks
John G. L. Shaffer letter, 1896-12-09
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The collection consists of one letter from John G.L. Shaffer to his friend, B.E. Buchlan, dated December 9, 1896. In the letter, Shaffer shares his opinion of Florida upon moving from West Virginia, describing the state's weather, wildlife, and sights. He also expresses his negative and racist opinion of African Americans living in Florida. While he finds Florida beautiful at first glance, Shaffer asserts throughout the letter that he does not enjoy living in the state and prefers West Virginia. At the time of writing the letter, Shaffer seems to reside in St. Augustine or Jacksonville, Florida. John G.L. Shaffer moved from West Virginia to Florida during the late 1800s. While not much is known about Shaffer, he is one of thousands of people who migrated to Florida during this era. Census reports show that Florida's population grew exponentially during the nineteenth century. The 1830 census – the first census taken in Florida after it became a state – shows that the population was initially 34,730. By 1900, the population had grown to 528,542, more than fifteen times its population in 1830. While the majority of these migrants to Florida were white, many of them were formerly enslaved people. African Americans faced much discrimination and racial prejudice in Florida and were subjected to Jim Crow laws.
John G. L. Shaffer letter, 1896-12-09 0.05 Linear Feet 1 file
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- Shaffer, John G.L.
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The collection consists of one letter from John G.L. Shaffer to his friend, B.E. Buchlan, dated December 9, 1896. In the letter, Shaffer shares his opinion of Florida upon moving from West Virginia, describing the state's weather, wildlife, and sights. He also expresses his negative and racist opinion of African Americans living in Florida. While he finds Florida beautiful at first glance, Shaffer asserts throughout the letter that he does not enjoy living in the state and prefers West Virginia. At the time of writing the letter, Shaffer seems to reside in St. Augustine or Jacksonville, Florida. John G.L. Shaffer moved from West Virginia to Florida during the late 1800s. While not much is known about Shaffer, he is one of thousands of people who migrated to Florida during this era. Census reports show that Florida's population grew exponentially during the nineteenth century. The 1830 census – the first census taken in Florida after it became a state – shows that the population was initially 34,730. By 1900, the population had grown to 528,542, more than fifteen times its population in 1830. While the majority of these migrants to Florida were white, many of them were formerly enslaved people. African Americans faced much discrimination and racial prejudice in Florida and were subjected to Jim Crow laws.
John Grant Collection, Undated
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The John Grant Collection contains a photograph of the Sea Scout Schooner "Companion" docked with two men (John Grant wearing cap) standing in front and two boys on side with man and three men in the back, boat marked A.J06, and a photograph of John Grant.
John Grant Collection, Undated 1 Folder
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The John Grant Collection contains a photograph of the Sea Scout Schooner "Companion" docked with two men (John Grant wearing cap) standing in front and two boys on side with man and three men in the back, boat marked A.J06, and a photograph of John Grant.
John Irwin collection, 1942-1945, 2006
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This collection contains a published volume titled Dearest Moosie by David H. Mickey who served as the Chair of the Department of History at Nebraska Wesleyan University. His letters written during World War II when Mickey served in the U.S. Army.
John Irwin collection, 1942-1945, 2006 1 Volumes
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- Irwin, John
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This collection contains a published volume titled Dearest Moosie by David H. Mickey who served as the Chair of the Department of History at Nebraska Wesleyan University. His letters written during World War II when Mickey served in the U.S. Army.
John Johnson Collection, Circa 1951
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The John Johnson Collection contains two photographs of a Jungle cruise vessel docked on the banks of the New River.
John Johnson Collection, Circa 1951 1 Folder
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The John Johnson Collection contains two photographs of a Jungle cruise vessel docked on the banks of the New River.
John Maiorca, circa 1935-2012
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John Maiorca enlisted in 1940 in Fort Denens, MA and the commanding officer was the son of Theodore Roosevelt. By August 1943 he and his mates were shipped to England where they would form the 388th Bomb Group. On 5 November 1943 during a bombing run on Gelsenkirchen, Germany their B-17 was damaged by anti-aircraft fire and was shot down by a German fighter. He and his crew parachuted into Belgium, and were helped by several Belgian underground resistance members. He managed to take a train to Paris where the French Resistance took him in and helped him reach Spain. Once in Spain he and other "evaders" reached the British colony of Gibraltar from which he was transported back to England. Once in England he was able to take the trip back to the USA where he went on to become a flight instructor. He then goes on to recount his reunions with ex-comrades and his 1988 trip to Belgium. Numerous pictures of the people he met and places he visited are included.
John Maiorca, circa 1935-2012 1 boxes
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John Maiorca enlisted in 1940 in Fort Denens, MA and the commanding officer was the son of Theodore Roosevelt. By August 1943 he and his mates were shipped to England where they would form the 388th Bomb Group. On 5 November 1943 during a bombing run on Gelsenkirchen, Germany their B-17 was damaged by anti-aircraft fire and was shot down by a German fighter. He and his crew parachuted into Belgium, and were helped by several Belgian underground resistance members. He managed to take a train to Paris where the French Resistance took him in and helped him reach Spain. Once in Spain he and other "evaders" reached the British colony of Gibraltar from which he was transported back to England. Once in England he was able to take the trip back to the USA where he went on to become a flight instructor. He then goes on to recount his reunions with ex-comrades and his 1988 trip to Belgium. Numerous pictures of the people he met and places he visited are included.
John McGinn Collection, Circa 1970-2000
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Two scrapbooks created by Broward County Commissioner John McGinn concerning the creation of the Broward County Charter in 1974 and his campaigns. It contains certificates, newspaper clippings, and original letters. Included in the scrapbooks are packages of campaign promotional materials from the 1964 election and the 1986 election.
John McGinn Collection, Circa 1970-2000 2 Items
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Two scrapbooks created by Broward County Commissioner John McGinn concerning the creation of the Broward County Charter in 1974 and his campaigns. It contains certificates, newspaper clippings, and original letters. Included in the scrapbooks are packages of campaign promotional materials from the 1964 election and the 1986 election.
John McNamara Alumni Collection, 1957-1959
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This collection reflects Robert McNamara's time spent as a student at Florida Southern College in the late 1950s. It includes three "Interlachen" college yearbooks.
John McNamara Alumni Collection, 1957-1959 .83 Linear Feet 1 Five inch legal standard document container
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This collection reflects Robert McNamara's time spent as a student at Florida Southern College in the late 1950s. It includes three "Interlachen" college yearbooks.
John M. House Civil War Letters, bulk 1865
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Photostats of Civil War letters by John M. House written from a U.S. Military Prison, Feb. 24, 1865 to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel C. House, Knoxville, Tenn.; John and his brother Samuel were in U.S. Military prisons at different locations (John at Johnsons Island and Samuel at Castle William, Governors Island, New York Harbor): John's letter mentions his brother and other members of the family, but he wrote chiefly about an exchange of incarcerated people which was taking place at Johnsons Island.
John M. House Civil War Letters, bulk 1865 4.00 items
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- House, John M.
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Photostats of Civil War letters by John M. House written from a U.S. Military Prison, Feb. 24, 1865 to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel C. House, Knoxville, Tenn.; John and his brother Samuel were in U.S. Military prisons at different locations (John at Johnsons Island and Samuel at Castle William, Governors Island, New York Harbor): John's letter mentions his brother and other members of the family, but he wrote chiefly about an exchange of incarcerated people which was taking place at Johnsons Island.