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Papers of the Benjamin Franklin Yancey Family
Indexed by Date
J.W. Apperson invites Harriet Yancey to the annual meeting of Albemarle Home Mutual Fire Insurance Company, along with a form letter offering advice on how to avoid property damage.
A group of school children request a new teacher, because, they claim, their old one is mean and does not care whether or not they learn.
Postcard informing Harriet Yancey of Lon Curry's arrival home to West Virginia.
Viola sends Nellie's new address to Harriet Yancey.
Jesse Brown writes his cousin, Harriet Yancey, to discuss an insurance policy and various other happenings in his life.
May Yancey tells her mother, Harriet, about school and her new roommates.
Jennie Taylor sends her friend, Harriet Yancey, a note of greetings. Taylor has had back problems.
M.C.B. tells Harriet Yancey about her ordeal with breast cancer.
Adele and Roger Yancey send Mother's Day greetings to Roger's mother, Harriet Yancey.
May Yancey discusses her senior year activities at the Virginia Normal & Industrial Institute with her mother, Harriet Yancey. She tells her mother about fees that need to be paid before graduation.
Partial letter in which Benjamin hopes his mother, Harriet, will receive some checks.
Partial letter from May Yancey.
Eulogy of Lelia Simpson
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, about bills and visitors.
Harriet Yancey discusses the new stove with her daughter, May. She warns May to be careful and burn her letters.
William Eason leave May Yancey a letter after he goes to visit and does not find her at home.
J.L. Nichols sends May Yancey an advertisement for an African American history book, The Progress of a Race-ul
May Yancey writes her mother, Harriet, to ask for money needed for her trip to Esmont, Virginia.
J.E. Bolden writes Harriet Yancey concerning a mistake in his bill and potential house repairs.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, to tell her the news from Esmont, Virginia
Harriet Yancey sends a postcard informing her daughter, May, of her safe arrival.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about his train trip back to Hampton, Virginia.
M.C.B. tells Harriet Yancey about her summer in Captiva, Florida.
Benjamin Franklin Yancey, writing from the Greenbriar resort in Ronceverte, West Virginia, is ill but wants to try and continue working at the hotel until his planned time to return home at the end of August. He urges Harriet, his wife, to try to find out which school he will be assigned to the following year.
Writing from the Greenbriar in Roncerverte, West Virginia, Benjamin Franklin Yancey tells his wife that his health has improved. He eagerly awaits coming home in a month.
Benjamin Franklin Yancey, working at the Lexington Hotel in Richmond, Virginia, discusses his summer work. He urges Harriet, his wife, to purchase any needed supplies.
B.F. Yancey, working in Richmond at the Lexington hotel, writes home to his wife in Esmont, Virginia. He informs her of the clothing and cloth he has bought for her as well as money he plans to send home in the near future.
Benjamin Franklin Yancey, working at the Lexington Hotel in Richmond, Virginia, wants his wife, Harriet, to send him a list of things she needs. He discusses gossip concerning community happenings in Esmont, Virginia.
Writing from the Lexington Hotel in Richmond, Virginia, Benjamin Franklin Yancey hopes Harriet, his wife, received the basket that he sent as well as the ten dollars he included to pay off some debts.
Benjamin Franklin Yancey, writing from The Lexington Hotel in Richmond, Virginia, agrees to send his wife the items she requested including the gown and whiskey as soon as possible. He is having problems with rheumatism which is making it difficult for him to walk.
Benjamin Franklin Yancey, home in Esmont, writes Reverend Robinson in Richmond, Virginia advising him of possible business interests for his land.
Benjamin Franklin Yancey, writing from Norfolk, Virginia (The Lorraine hotel), inquires if his wife has received the whiskey that he sent. Benjamin Franklin Yancey, Jr. is ill.
Benjamin Franklin Yancey, writing from Richmond, Virginia (Ford's Hotel), informs his wife of his recent illness. He promises to buy her and the children new shoes as soon as possible. He wishes to send more, but is broke.
Writing from Ford's hotel, B.F. Yancey shares with his wife his struggle to "get straight." He promises to send money as soon as possible.
B.F. Yancey, writing from Richmond (Ford's Hotel), thanks his wife for financial business she has conducted for him and discusses problems he is having with the Jeane Fund and with obtaining money from patrons for the upcoming school year. He requests that his wife, Harriet, not speak of his problems with the patrons, that instead he will wait and see how things play out when he returns in the fall.
Harriet Yancey writes that all is well at home and seeks advice from her husband on a medical treatment that she is considering.
Harriet Yancey writes that all is fine at home and that the children do not need shoes or clothes.
Harriet Yancey writes that Reverend Cary died. She discusses school funding problems and guesses that there will not be enough money for a kindergarten the following year.
T.C. Walker asks for a report of the progress that B.F. Yancey has made.
Letter to B.F. Yancey stipulating terms and payment of work.
William White inquires whether B.F. Yancey received a previous letter in which White had requested help with an application.
A.W. Cawthorn, of Appomattox, Virginia, writes a note of greetings to B.F. Yancey. He promises to visit as soon as possible, maybe the following August.
J.G. Shelton writes B.F. Yancey in regards to setting up a date, time, place, and agenda for a district school meeting.
J. Thomas Hewin informs B.F. Yancey that he will soon be served a lawsuit by the Sheriff of Albemarle County.
J. Thomas Hewin discusses an upcoming lawsuit with B.F. Yancey.
J. Thomas Hewin informs B.F. Yancey not to come to Richmond about the lawsuit until receiving further orders from Hewin.
Rosa Simpson, a student at the Virginia Normal and Industrial Institute, writes her former teacher, B.F. Yancey, to say thank you and wish him well.
J. Thomas Hewin urges B.F. Yancey to gather the names of the people Mrs. Christian has talked to about neglecting to pay death claims.
J. Thomas Hewin informs B.F. Yancey not to worry about his delayed trip to Richmond. He tells Yancey to watch the Planet for updates on the Order's progress.
Miss Sherman sends a note of New Year greetings.
Memo encouraging members of Improved Order Shepherds and Daughters of Bethlehem to read the Richmond Planet's piece about the True Reformers. The order of True Reformers were involved in a scandal concerning the failure of the True Reformer's bank.
J. Thomas Hewin urges B.F. Yancey to be patient concerning the Improved Order Shepherds and Daughters of Bethlehem's work.
Unfinished letter petitioning to be able to establish a Household of Ruth order in Esmont.
J. Thomas Hewin congratulates B.F. Yancey on his good work and urges him to watch the .
Josephine Pride tells B.F. Yancey that she will start for Esmont on Friday. She requests that if he wants her to visit a school on Tuesday to inform the teachers to have students bring the needed supplies.
Barbara Jenkins tells Benjamin Franklin Yancey that he mailed him a ritual of the Improved Order Shepherds & Daughters of Bethlehem.
Josephine Pride apologizes to Benjamin F. Yancey for being late arriving in Esmont, Virginia.
Josie apologizes for failing to come visit but plans to as soon as possible.
Josephine Pride, a teacher, apologizes for being late in coming to Esmont. She promises to leave Charlottesville on the 23rd of February.
Rosa Simpson asks her former teacher, B.F. Yancey, for news and to remember her to all of her old friends and teachers.
Rebecca Moore requests Mrs. H. D. Forsyth to help her obtain permission to take some her students to the public school to benefit from the lessons of a domestic science teacher.
Rebecca Moore requests permission to bring a group of older students to his school to attend a lecture by Miss Pride.
J. Thomas Hewin, writing on Improved Shepherds and Daughters of Bethlehem stationary, praises B.F. Yancey for his work on behalf of the Order. He mentions the Order of True Reformers and a possible law suit.
Susan P.H. Winslow, of the Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute, asks B.F. Yancey to send the students' examinations as soon as possible.
Josephine Pride discusses a recent teacher's meeting and visit from Benjamin Franklin Yancey.
Susan Winslow informs Yancey that all of his students would be accepted, though none passed in all subjects.
Writing from the Lexington hotel in Richmond, Virginia Benjamin Franklin Yancey tells his wife of the heat and dry weather plaguing Richmond. He is planning to come home soon and take the boys to Yellow Sulphur.
S.F. Mason inquires if B.F. Yancey knows of any open positions.
J. Thomas Hewin, a Richmond attorney, shares his thoughts with B.F. Yancey on the Executive Committee's consideration of adopting a Grand Fold Degree.
D.P.H. sends a note of greetings to Harriet Yancey.
J. Thomas Hewin reports on business of the Improved Order Shepherds and Daughters of Bethlehem.
Informs members of Improved Order Shepherds and Daughters of Bethlehem that they will soon get their part of the Endowment Fund. J. Thomas Hewin requests that the amount be sent to B.F. Yancey in Richmond, Virginia.
Notice to members of Improved Order Shepherds & Daughters of Bethlehem that constitutions of the Order are available for ten cents.
B.F. Yancey, writing from Hot Springs (The Homestead), thanks his wife for her last letter that brought him much comfort. He urges Harriet to attend church on Sunday.
R. Beecher Taylor requests B.F. Yancey's thoughts on moving the Order's offices.
Mattie Hewin informs B.F. Yancey that she and some friends will be visiting Esmont and inquires if it is okay for her to stop by the Esmont School.
Writing from Richmond, Mrs. Pack apologizes for not being able to come visit and plans to do so as soon as possible.
Certificate appointing B.F. Yancey deputy of the Improved Order Shepherds and Daughters of Bethlehem in Albemarle County, Virginia.
W.H. James speaks of the enjoyable vacation he recently returned from and discusses potentially setting up a time to offer sermons at various churches.
W.H. James discusses the recent commencement he attended in Petersburg, Virginia.
William Coleman (writing from the Hotel Lexington) tells B.F. Yancey that he looks forward to his arrival and that it is okay to bring his friend, Mr. Scott.
W.H. James wishes B.F. Yancey to respond to Mrs. Georgia A. Scott's protest over letting Carrie and Gladdys Johnson into the Fold.
B.F. Franklin, chairman of the Supreme Grand Council of the Independent Order of Saint Luke, and Smith, secretary of the Executive Board, urge B.F. Yancey and his fold to forget their dissatisfaction and rejoin the Independent Order of Saint Luke.
Incomplete letter concerning the possible deeding of land to the district school board.
Harriet Yancey writes to her husband who has been in Richmond for three days. She tells him how much she misses him and informs him of all the visitors she has had.
Reverend W.H. James, Jr. informs Harriet Yancey that he is looking after her husband, Benjamin Franklin Yancey, who is in the hospital.
Reverend James, of Richmond, writes a note of greetings to inquire if Yancey's health is improving.
Jesse Brown writes to Harriet Yancey from the Richmond jail to plead for money to help pay for his lawyer. His trial is set for the following Tuesday.
B.S. Lewis expresses hope that B.F. Yancey is feeling better. He is anxiously waiting to receive an unspecified check.
The shoes B.F. Yancey requested are not in stock, but Stein offers to make a pair for three dollars.
Emma writes a letter of condolence following the death of Harriet Yancey's husband, Benjamin Franklin Yancey.
Barbara Jenkins sends a condolence note to Harriet Yancey following the death of her husband, Benjamin Franklin Yancey. She advises Harriet on how to fill out her fraternal death claim forms.
Mary Jenkins sends a note of condolences to Harriet Yancey following the death of her husband, Benjamin Franklin Yancey.
Blair writes Harriet Yancey concerning placing a picture of her deceased husband, Benjamin Franklin Yancey, in the Esmont School.
Myrtilla Sherman, of the Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute, writes Harriet Yancey concerning the death of her husband, Benjamin Franklin Yancey.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about his campus job at the dairy.
Roger Yancey discusses the overcrowding problems at the nearby Soldier hospital as well as his participation in Hampton's band.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about the Spanish flu epidemic and war preparations.
Roger Yancey, writing from school, tells his mother about the enforced quarantine resulting from a deadly flu outbreak. He discusses war preparations.
Roger Yancey tells his mother that he has moved and also quit the band.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about festivities in Hampton, Virginia celebrating the end of World War I.
Harriet Yancey tells her son, Roger, about all the happenings in Esmont, Virginia. Her friend, Elinore Coaltrain, is visiting.
Harriet Yancey sends her son, Roger, her love. She promises to send him a cake at Christmas.
Roger Yancey tells his mother about events in Hampton. He mentions a talk he heard concerning the role African Americans played in World War I.
Roger Yancey discusses the establishment of a Reserve Officer Training Corps in Hampton, Virginia.
J.W. Crosby writes a note of greetings to Harriet Yancey. He discusses Mrs. L.P. Harris's health.
May Yancey wishes her brother, Roger, a happy birthday.
Bennie Yancey sends his brother, Roger Yancey, an Easter card.
L.B. Ramage wishes Roger Yancey luck with his life in Hampton, Virginia and his ambitions to become a doctor.
Roger Yancey requests his mother, Harriet, to buy him a new military style suit.
William Scott thanks Harriet Yancey for her recent help.
William Scott talks about his life in Hampton, Virginia. He reflects briefly on how education has shaped his life.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about events happening in Hampton, Virginia at the Hampton Institute.
Roger Yancey writes his mother, Harriet, from school. He needs new shoes and plans to join the YMCA.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about school fees as well as Hampton's football team.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about the progress of Hampton's football team as well as his plans for Thanksgiving.
William Scott tells his cousin Harriet Yancey about his decision to attend theology school.
Jesse Brown tells his cousin, Harriet Yancey, about his efforts to join a fraternal lodge.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about Thanksgiving dinner at Lawton's house.
J. Thomas Hewin tells B.F. Yancey to sign the enclosed pad of checks and return them immediately.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, how bad his job is and his desire to move north.
Harriet Yancey sends May Yancey a care package. She apologizes for not being able to send more.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet Yancey, about his return to school in Hampton, Virginia.
Invitation to the annual band social at the Hampton Institute held on February 21, 1920.
Roger Yancey writes his mother, Harriet Yancey, about his bout of Grippe that kept him out of classes for a week.
Alta Bolden sends Roger Yancey a note of birthday greetings.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about his life at the Hampton Institute. He discusses rifle practice.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about happenings at the Hampton Institute, including rifle practice. He suggests that his sister, May Yancey, should attend school in Petersburg.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about rifle practice at school and plans to leave Virginia for the summer.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about end of school year activities at the Hampton Institute. He wants to get out of Virginia for the summer and go to either Washington, D.C. or New Jersey.
Unknown cousin writes Harriet Anna Yancey that he convinced Roger to stay in the South for the summer and discusses the importance of education.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about his summer job in Hampton. He regrets not going north for the summer where he could have made more money. Roger passed all of his final exams.
Letter acknowledging Lula Bland's dismissal from the the First Baptist Church as a member in good standing. The letter allowed her to become a member of another church.
Mrs. L.M. Booth writes May Yancey a note of greeting and tells her to have a happy school year.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, to tell her the news from home. She plans to send her daughter some clothing items.
H.H. Green requests the brethren of New Hope Church to arrange a grand rally.
Harriet Yancey writes to tell her daughter, May, all the news from Esmont, Virginia.
May Yancey writes home to her mother, Harriet, from school and begs her to send her food. May and her friends are hungry.
Harriet tells her daughter, May, all the news from Esmont, Virginia. She baked May a cake for her birthday, but May's brother, Benjamin Franklin Yancey, Jr., accidently smashed it.
Mrs L.M. Booth promises to send May Yancey the package that she requested.
Harriet Yancey tells he daughter, may, about the clothes she is sending her as well as various gossip from Esmont, Virginia.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, about a new pair of shoes.
Harriet Yancey tells her daughter, May, all the news from home. She shares her concerns with May about her son, Benjamin Franklin Yancey, Jr.
Roger Yancey tells his sister, May about a slight operation he had on his left ear. He tells May how much he enjoyed visiting her at the Virginia Normal and Industrial Institute.
Harriet Yaney tells her daughter, May, all the news from home. She apologizes for not being able to send more in her Thanksgiving care package.
Harriet Yancey tells her daughter, May, all the news from home. She discusses with May various things she is considering putting in her Christmas care package.
Harriet Yancey informs her daughter, May, of all the items that she sent her in her Christmas care package. She tells May about her Christmas plans.
Audrey wishes May Yancey a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Harriet Yancey tells May, her daughter, about her lonely Christmas with two of her children away at school. She is glad May enjoyed her care package.
Nora Vaughn writes May Yancey about happenings at school.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, to tell her all the news from Esmont, Virginia. Harriet gives May a lecture on how to be a "good girl" in college.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, to tell her about events in Esmont, Virginia and her struggle to pay bills.
Annie Dickey writes May Yancey and tells her about life in Esmont, Virginia. She discusses her experiences as a teacher.
Harriet Yancey writes May, her daughter, to tell her about her sickness and Aunt William Brown's sudden death.
Nora Vaughn writes May Yancey to tell her about events in Esmont, Virginia.
Harriet Yancey writes May Yancey to tell her about the news from Esmont, Virginia. She is afraid that her son, Benjamin Franklin Yancey, Jr., may be getting the measles.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, to tell her about Benjamin Franklin Yancey, Jr.'s bout with the measles.
Therise Winfrey writes her old friend, May Yancey, to tell her about her life in Kentucky.
Annie Dickey writes May Yancey to tell her how much she is enjoying life in Esmont, Virginia.
William Scott asks Reverend H.N. Green whether he will allow him to preach a sermon on the third Sunday in April 1921.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, and tells her the news from Esmont, Virginia.
Reverend H.H. Green writes Harriet Yancey concerning church business.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter. May, to tell her the happenings at home in Esmont, Virginia. She ordered her daughter a new pair of shoes.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, about a new pair of shoes she ordered her as well as community happenings in Esmont, Virginia.
Roger Yancey tells his sister, May, about recent inoculations as well as various other news from the Hampton Institute.
Harriet Yancey writes May, her daughter, to tell her the news from Esmont, Virginia including weather difficulties and local deaths.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, to tell her the news from Esmont, Virginia. She is trying to decide whether she can afford to send her youngest son, Benjamin Franklin Yancey, Jr., to seminary in Lynchburg, Virginia.
Harriet Yancey writes May, her daughter, to tell her the news from Esmont, Virginia. She hopes that May received the package she sent.
Roger Yancey writes his sister, May, to discuss his and her summer plans.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, about her heavy work load as well as her efforts to provide new clothing for her three children.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about finishing up exams. He is learning to ring the campus chimes.
May Yancey thanks her mother, Harriet, for her recent letter and sends her love and greetings to everyone in Esmont, Virginia.
J. Thomas Hewin sends notice of an upcoming Board Meeting of the Improved Order of Shepherds and Daughters of Bethlehem to be held on September 5, 1921.
J. Thomas Hewin asks Harriet Yancey whether she would like be a deputy for the Improved Order of Shepherds and Daughters of Bethlehem for Albemarle County.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about his return to school in Hampton, Virginia.
Henry Goodwin writes May Yancey a note of greetings
John T. Brewer writes May Yancey a note of greetings.
Henry Goodwin writes a note of greetings to May Yancey. He hopes she will come to New Jersey that summer.
Henry Goodwin apologizes to May Yancey for his delay in writing. He tells May about his Thanksgiving.
Benjamin Franklin Yancey, Jr. writes his sister, May, to inquire about how she spent Christmas.
Adele Smith introduces herself to Harriet Yancey, her future mother-in-law. Smith tells Yancey about the sewing and cooking classes she is taking.
Henry Goodwin writes a letter of greetings to May Yancey. He discusses the weather and Christmas holidays.
Henry Goodwin confides to May Yancey how much he enjoys receiving her letters.
Benjamin Franklin Yancey, Jr. tells his mother, Harriet, about happenings on campus, including the beginning of baseball season. He mentions several speakers he has heard at the school.
Benjamin Franklin, Jr. writes his morther, Harriet, to inform her of fees that he needs to pay as well as new clothing items that he needs
William Eason tells May Yancey that he hopes that they can be friends.
Emma informs Harriet Yancey that she will be home soon.
William Eason confides to May Yancey that he thinks he can love her. He plans to go to his brother's wedding.
William Eason writes a love letter to May Yancey.
William Eason attempts to express his love for May Yancey.
Roger Yancey, writing on behalf of himself and his brother, Benjamin Franklin Yancey, Jr., tells his mother, Harriet, about his upcoming trip as well as a recent paper he gave on "Race Consciousness."
M.L. Robinson writes Harriet Yancey that Annie will be home soon.
William Eason scolds May Yancey for her unjust attacks against him in her last letter.
Roger Yancey thanks his mother, Harriet, for sending him a suitcase.
William Eason writes May Yancey to question why she has stopped writing him.
William Eason thanks May Yancey for her loving letter.
Benjamin Franklin Yancey, Jr. tells his mother, Harriet, about his preparations for examinations.
Jesse Brown confides to his cousin, Harriet Yancey, about his struggle to reform his life and obtain financial stability.
Jesse Brown shares his fears over the dangers of his job with his cousin, Harriet Yancey.
Benjamin Franklin Yancey, Jr. writes May Yancey to tell her that he broke up with his girlfriend.
William Eason writes May Yancey to tell her how much he wants to see her.
Wililam Eason questions May Yancey's commitment to their relationship.
William Eason tells May Yancey that he understands if their relationship is over after what happened last Sunday evening.
William Eason writes to tell May Yancey that he is planning to go on a boat excursion that Thursday.
William Eason expresses his sympathy following the death of May Yancey's brother, Benjamin Franklin Yancey, Jr.
William Eason writes May Yancey to tell her about social happenings in New Jersey.
William Eason writes May Yancey concerning an ongoing argument.
B.M. Buck denies Harriet Yancey's claim to additional insurance benefits following the death of her son, Benjamin Franklin Yancey, Jr.
William Eason writes May Yancey to let her know how much he is thinking about her.
Roger Yancey writes his mother, Harriet, a note of greetings. He discusses the family's failure to collect the full amount of his brother, Benjamin Franklin Yancey, Jr.'s death benefits. Clothing and fashion Health, illness and death
William Eason writes May Yancey concerning an argument they had the previous Monday.
Roger Yancey discusses his financial difficulties with his mother, Harriet. He tells her of his desire to spend Christmas with her and May.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about various events happening at school, including the principal's illness and the fortunes of the football team. Roger is planning to arrive home for the Christmas holidays on December 26, 1924.
William Eason asks May Yancey to come to Elizabeth, New Jersey to visit him on Sunday.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about events at school: his law studies, the principal's health, and his plans for Christmas vacation.
William Eason writes May Yancey to tell her about his health problems and upcoming basketball games.
May Yancey informs her mother, Harriet, as to when she will be arriving in Plainfield, New Jersey.
William Eason writes May Yancey to lament the painful nature of his love for her.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about his efforts to pay all of his debts. He mentions a speech he gave at the YMCA entitled "Personal Efficiency, Motives, and High Ideals."
William Eason questions whether May Yancey really wishes to be friends.
Frederick Morton apologizes to May Yancey for his delay in writing to her. He inquires about how she is doing in school.
William Eason writes May Yancey to tell her about activities at his school.
William Eason tells May Yancey about his experiences boxing.
Wiliam Eason confides to May Yancey that he is tired of his busy social life.
Adele Smith sends May Yancey an Easter card.
William Eason tells May Yancey about his latest fight. He is angry over someone stealing his money the evening before.
May Yancey tells her mother, Harriet, about her recent trip to Richmond, Virginia.
Adele Smith tells Harriet Yancey, her future mother in law, about her preparations for graduation. She also mentions the Tuskegee endowment campaign fund and Billy Sunday's refusal to speak to an integrated audience.
William Eason scolds May Yancey for not answering his letters.
Roger Yancey confides to his mother how much he loves her and appreciates her work in raising him. He is waiting to hear whether he will be accepted into Law School.
William Scott tells his cousin, Harriet, about his recent trip to Esmont, Virginia, which he did not enjoy. He tells her that Congressman Dyer will speak at commencement and sends her an article from the NAACP's newspaper, The Crisis as well as a story by W.E.B. Du Bois.
N.F. Roberts thanks Harriet Yancey for her payment and gives her instructions on how to make future payments.
Roger writes home to his mother, Harriet, about commencement week, financial difficulties, campus scandals, and law school preparations.
William Eason writes May Yancey concerning an argument they had the previous evening.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, that he will arrive in Plainfield, New Jersey the following week.
Mr. and Mrs. Saunders invite May Yancey to a birthday party for their daughter, Hester.
Maris Wesley tells May Yancey about a recent trip as well as events in Plainfield, New Jersey.
Amos Clark writes Harriet Yancey concerning the financial delinquency of her fold of the Improved Order Shepherds and Daughters of Bethlehem.
William Eason confides to May Yancey about how much he misses her since she left Plainfield, New Jersey to return to school.
William Eason writes May Yancey to tell her how much he misses her.
Harriet Yancey wishes her daughter, May, a happy birthday.
William Eason tells May Yancey about all his social happenings in Elizabeth, New Jersey. He bought May a new umbrella.
William Eason tells May Yancey about the dances and shows he has attended in New Jersey.
William Eason writes May Yancey to tell her how much he misses her when she is away at school. He includes a poem with a secret message.
Helda Johnson tells May Yancey about various happenings in her life including how she spent Thanksgiving.
J.D. Taylor writes Harriet Yancey to ask her for money due to the Improved Order Shepherds and Daughters of Bethlehem. Annie Hudson had stole money from Harriet's Fold.
William Eason tells May Yancey about his work training for his next fight as well as upcoming basketball games. He sends May a photo of himself.
Harriet Anna Yancey sends May Yancey some money for William Eason's Christmas present.
William Eason writes to tell May Yancey how lonely his Christmas is without her.
William Eason tells May Yancey how he is spending Christmas.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, to tell her not to worry about having to ask for money.
William Eason asks May Yancey to send him a photo so he can see her face again. He tells hey how much he loves and misses her.
Incomplete letter to Harriet Yancey. The author discusses community happenings in Esmont, Virginia.
Adele Smith thanks Harriet Yancey for her helpful advice and discusses her future plans with her.
William Eason gives May Yancey all the details concerning his latest boxing match. He discusses May's graduation.
Harriet Yancey writes to tell her daughter, May, about her decision to change jobs. Harriet also tells May about seeing Paul Robeson perform.
William Eason tells May Yancey about his tiring boxing schedule.
May Yancey discusses with her mother, Harriet, events occurring at the Virginia Normal and Industrial Institute in preparation for commencement.
Simpson writes Harriet Yancey concerning unnamed friends who recently moved to Charlottesville, Virginia.
May Yancey discusses with her mother, Harriet, the clothes she needs for graduation. She is preparing for her final exams.
May Yancey discusses her college graduation plans with her mother, Harriet.
Sellers sends Harriet Yancey the rent due and discusses a broken glass pane.
William Eason questions why May Yancey is not answering his letters. He tells her about some of his recent boxing matches.
May Yancey discusses her graduation preparations with her mother, Harriet.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about studying for exams. He thanks Harriet for all that she does for her children.
A.F. Robertson informs May Yancey that there may be a vacancy for a teacher in Esmont school.
May Yancey discusses her upcoming commencement exercises with her mother, Harriet.
Roger Yancey congratulates his sister, May, on her graduation from Virginia State College.
William Eason wishes May Yancey good luck on her examinations. He tells her about a wedding he plans to attend.
Elizabeth Augall inquires if either Harriet Yancey or her daughter, May, are interested in a domestic servant position.
William Eason asks May Yancey if it suits her to meet him the following Sunday.
William Eason writes May Yancey in order to arrange a time to see one another.
May Yancey tells her mother, Harriet, about her trip to Maine.
William Eason writes May Yancey that he cannot come visit her that evening because of rain.
Frank Brown writes May Yancey a note of greetings. He asks when May will be returning to New Jersey.
William Eason writes May Yancey to tell her how much he misses her. He complains about the unbearably hot weather.
Frank Brown apologizes to May Yancey for taking so long to write. He tells May how much he misses her.
William Eason tells May Yancey that he will come visit her that evening.
C.E. Loizeaux writes Harriet Yancey to thank her for opening an account with the Mid-City Trust Company.
George Owens inquires about May Yancey's summer. He plans to attend the World Exposition in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
The Hi Tri Girl Reserves send May Yancey an invitation to a dance.
John Hines informs Harriet Yancey that he is angry over her behavior towards him during his recent visit.
In his letter, William Eason evaluates his and May Yancey's relationship. He hopes that they will always be friends.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about his new job and living situation in Newark, New Jersey.
William Eason writes May Yancey to tell her that he will arrive in Plainfield, New Jersey that following Monday.
Roger Yancey thanks his mother, Harriet, for the care package she sent. He recently began law school.
William Eason writes May Yancey to analyze their date of the previous evening.
Roger Yancey tells his mother, Harriet, about hearing A. Phillip Randolph speak. He discusses potentially visiting her at Thanksgiving.
William Eason informs May Yancey that he will not come to visit her until she forgives him.
William Eason writes May Yancey a note of greeting. He plans to see her soon.
William Eason writes May Yancey to tell her how much he misses her.
William Eason writes May Yancey to smooth over an argument that they had the previous evening.
Quarterman accepts Harriet Yancey's invitation to a party held in honor of her daughter, May.
Catherine Simpson informs Harriet Yancey that she will be able to attend her party.
Helen Jackson accepts an invitation to a party given by May Yancey.
William Eason tells May Yancey how much he misses her and is looking forward to their next meeting.
Mr. and Mrs. Woodson accept Harriet Yancey's invitation to a party in honor of her daughter May.
William L. Eason tells May Yancey that he will arrive on Sunday.
Letter concerning payments due to May Yancey.
William Eason writes May Yancey to discuss an upcoming visit.
William Eason writes May Yancey to try to reconcile differences with her.
Adelberg's store thanks May Yancey for paying her account in full and invites her to remain a customer.
William Eason tells May Yancey that he will visit her the following day.
William Eason informs May Yancey that he will be late arriving, because of an unexpected opportunity to fight at a dinner held in honor of the mayor of New York City.
William Eason professes his love to his girlfriend, May Yancey.
William Eason writes May Yancey that he can not stand being apart from her. He plans to visit her that evening.
William Eason sends a note of greetings to May Yancey.
William Eason writes May Yancey to analyze their relationship problems and ask her for money.
William Eason writes May Yancey to tell her how much he enjoyed their last visit.
Mr. W.F. Anderson announces the marriage of his daughter, Willie Frankye, to Royal Noble Fitchette.
William Eason writes his girlfriend, May Yancey, concerning some photos.
William Eason tells May Yancey about a dance he recently attended.
William Eason writes his girlfriend, May Yancey, after returning from a trip to Esmont, Virginia.
William Eason discusses when he and May Yancey will be married.
William Eason writes May Yancey to tell her how much he misses her and sends her the lyrics to a song.
William Eason writes May Yancey to tell her how much he enjoyed spending Christmas together. He tells her that he saw her brother, Roger.
William Eason writes May Yancey and discusses an argument concerning his marriage proposal to her over the Christmas holidays.
William Eason writes May Yancey concerning an argument they are having over the ring he gave her for Christmas.
William Eason tries to smooth over an ongoing fight with his girlfriend, May Yancey. He discusses employment difficulties.
William Eason express his relief to May Yancey that their long quarrel has ended.
Adele Smith writes a letter of greetings to May Yancey. She congratulates May on the diamond she received from William for Christmas.
William Eason thanks May Yancey for her valentine. He apologizes for his delay in writing her, but has been ill. May's brother, Roger, and Adele Smith recently became engaged.
William Eason writes May Yancey to let her know how much he misses and loves her.
William discusses his Easter plans with May Yancey.
William Eason discusses with May Yancey a possible leap year wedding.
Donald Taylor writes May Yancey a note of greetings. He compliments her on her ability to control her classrooms.
Howard Johnson writes May Yancey a note of greeting. He discusses the upcoming Easter holiday.
William Eason confides to May Yancey about how much he misses her. He tells May that her constant sickness is a product of her accepting invitations to too many of her students' homes.
Howard Johnson writes May Yancey to tell her how much he is looking forward to seeing her within the next few weeks.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, about the ending of the school year. She tells May about the death of Adele Smith's sister.
Howard Johnson writes May Yancey a note of greetings and expresses his concern over not hearing from her.
Howard Johnson writes a note of greetings to May Yancey. He wishes to see her as soon as possible.
Edith Taylor thanks May Yancey for the bracelet she sent her.
Howard Johnson writes a note of greetings to May Yancey. He plans to visit her the following Sunday.
Howard Johnson writes May Yancey to tell her how much he loves and misses her
May Yancey tells William Eason how much she misses and loves him.
Howard Johnson writes a note of greetings to May Yancey. He begs her to come to visit him soon in New York City.
Howard Johnson writes May Yancey to tell her how much he wishes to see her.
Roger Yancey tells his mother about his life in Newark, New Jersey. He reminisces about the legacy of his father, Benjamin Franklin Yancey.
E.L. Carter writes Harriet Yancey concerning Ben Yancey's and Elvira Jackson's 1927 taxes.
Isaac writes his cousin Harriet Yancey about painting her home in Esmont, Virginia.
William Eason writes May Yancey to tell her that he will come visit her that evening.
Adele Smith tells May Yancey about her job. She asks when May & William will be married.
E.L. Carter writes Harriet Yancey concerning Ben Yancey's and Elvira Jackson's taxes.
Virginia writes May Yancey that she has returned safely home to Esmont, Virginia.
Cousin Bee writes May Yancey to find out when she will arrive home.
Roger Yancey asks his mother, Harriet Yancey, for advice about a new job and potential new residence. He describes his initiation into Omega Psi Phi.
William Eason writes to May Yancey to tell her how happy he is to hear that her health has improved. He calls her "Little Wife"
Harriet Yancey send her daughter, May, money to pay her insurance.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, a quick note of greetings
Harriet Yancey discusses with her daughter May, repairs to the house in Esmont, Virginia.
May Yancey tells her mother, Harriet, about her life in Esmont, Virginia. She asks to borrow money from Harriet, who is working in Plainfield, New Jersey.
Adele Smith write May Yancey to congratulate her on her recent marriage
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, to tell her to expect a special package on Saturday afternoon.
Harriet Yance writes her daughter, May, about a stove she is buying for her. She tells May that her brother, Roger, was elected president of the Hampton Club.
Adele Smith tells May Yancey that she and Roger, May's brother, are planning a secret wedding in the spring.
Reba Carey writes May Yancey to inform her of the gossip from Plainfield, New Jersey
Josie instructs her niece to take care of her health and have someone cut a cord of wood for her.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, about a stove she is ordering from Sears and Roebuck. She instructs her daughter about taking care of her health.
Cousin Bea sends May Yancey a Thanksgiving card.
Roger Yancey discusses his upcoming wedding plans with his sister, May, as well as her career as a teacher.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, to instruct her on curing her cold and caring for the house in Esmont, Virginia.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, concerning Christmas plans and repairs to their house in Esmont, Virginia
L.P. Harris writes to May Yancey concerning some photos May sent.
A friend writes May Yancey to inform her of her upcoming visit.
Harriet Yancey sends her daughter, May, a Christmas card.
J. Alvin Russell sends May Yancey a notice of a summer course for teachers held at St. Paul's in Lawrenceville.
Frances Ford writes May Yancey that she will come visit her the coming Saturday.
Adele Smith thanks Harriet Yancey for her advice and discusses relationship problems with her.
Josie promises her niece, May Yancey, that she will come to visit as soon as the weather permits.
William Eason writes May Yancey to thank her for the present she sent as well as to express his love for her.
William Eason writes May Yancey to tell her how muc he misses and loves her.
Harriet Yancey tells her daughter, May, about events in Plainfield, New Jersey. She tells May that Aunt Joe will visit Esmont, Virginia soon.
William Eason discusses an upcoming visit with May Yancey.
William Eason writes May Yancey to scold her for her argumentative last letter. He believes some one is intercepting their letters.
Harriet Yancey writes May, her daughter, about various friends and relatives. She instructs May to burn her letters.
Roger Yancey writes his sister, May, to wish her a speedy recovery.
An anonymous writer sends May Yancey a prayer chain letter.
Harriet Yancey writes her daughter, May, a quick note and sends money.
William Eason writes May Yancey to let her know that he is feeling poorly. He tells her that some girls are trying to find out whether or not he is married.
The National Sales Company sends Harriet Yancey a booklet advertising their medical products, mainly contraceptives for women.
Postcard to Harriet Yancey from a friend visiting Charlottesville, Virginia.
Violia Hodges sends a note of greetings to Harriet Yancey.
Postcard of greetings to Harriet Yancey.
Adele Yancey tells her mother-in-law, Harriet about the progress of her grandchild.
William Harris tells Harriet Yancey about his recovery from an accident.
Roger Yancey writes his mother, Harriet, and wishes her well. He tells her how well her grandchildren doing.
Postcard of greetings to Harriet Yancey from her grandchildren and daughter-in-law.
Cousin H. Shelton tells Harriet Yancey about his new roof, and asks Harriet to tell Aunt Clara to look after his mother.
Emella requests Harriet Yancey to write promptly and inform her as to her mother's health.
Postcard of greetings to Harriet Yancey.
H. Shelton writes Harriet Yancey discussing his life after the death of his mother.
Postcard of greetings to Harriet Yancey.
William Harris thanks Harriet Yancey for her kind letter. He informs her that he does not plan to re-marry.
Eva Spell asks for donations to help purchase a well for the Piney Woods Country Life School in Piney Woods, Mississippi.
Reverend Hoggard writes a letter of Christmas greetings to Harriet Yancey.
J.E. Simpson writes Harriet Yancey concerning some work he is having done for her.
M.J. Kishner writes Harriet Yancey concerning her old insurance premium book.
Helen Green, a long lost friend, writes Harriet Yancey and tells her about her life.
Christine tells Harriet Yancey about her work during the summer preparing for her doctorate degree.
Marie sends a note of greetings to her cousin, William Dunbar, from her summer sojourn in Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts.
W.H. Johnson sends Harriet Yancey a bill for work done on her house.
Elvira Jackson asks Harriet Yancey for money and tells her about her recent illness.
Elvira Jackson thanks Harriet Yancey for her help. Elvira's health is improving.
Edna writes Harriet Yancey to let her know that she is feeling better and back at work.
Mrs. Johnson acknowledges the receipt of Harriet Yancey's letter and money order. She says she will not be able to come at Christmas. William Johnson includes a receipt of her payment.
Barbara Jenkins tells her friend Harriet Yancey about all the illnesses and deaths in Richmond, Virginia. Harriet recently left Plainfield, New Jersey and returned to Esmont, Virginia after the death of the woman she worked for.
William and Florence Scott invite Harriet Yancey to come visit them in Roanoke, Virginia. Mr. Scott tells her about attending the American Christian "Ashram."
William Harris informs Harriet Yancey that he is not yet selling the lot in Esmont, Virginia. He thanks her for her recent postcard.
M.J. Kishner requests Harriet Yancey to fill out a Certificate of Good Health.
Pollie Tunstall tells her friend, Harriet Yancey, about her busy summer. She catches her up on happenings in Plainfield, New Jersey including sicknesses, deaths, and the upcoming Baptist national convention.
W.A. Harris writes Harriet Yancey concerning a house he is selling in Esmont, Virginia.
W.A. Harris tells Harriet Yancey about his recent health problems.
H. Shelton requests Harriet Yancey to check his house for water leaks.
Charles Harris tells Harriet Yancey about his recent trip to the Baptist National Convention.
Sarah sends Harriet Yancey newspaper clippings announcing the deaths of three friends: Bettie Pollard, Evelyn Whiting, and Mrs. Henry Walker.
Anna Hill informs Harriet Yancey of the death of Lindsay Jefferson.
Smith writes a note of birthday greetings.
Mary Louise McDuffie tells Harriet Yancey about her new baby.
Edna tells her friend, Harriet Yancey, about all the tragic things that have happened since she returned home.
W.A. Harris writes Harriet Anna Yancey concerning a lot in Esmont, Virginia that he is considering selling to her.
"Sis" writes her grandmother, Harriet Yancey, at the request of her mother, because they had not heard from her in awhile. She talks about her mother's work and her own school work.
William Eason writes his grandmother, Harriet, to thank her for the letter and money that she sent. He is preparing for exams at Shaw University in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Florence Scott informs Harriet Yancey that she is attending the state Baptist convention.
W.A. Harris talks about the work he is doing in Richmond. He says that he is considering moving back to Esmont, Virginia.
William R. Eason thanks his grandmother, Harriet Yancey, for a wonderful summer and the money she sent him, but reminds her that it is not necessary for her to send money every time she writes. He discusses life and events at Shaw University.
Rose tells Harriet Yancey about the events of her past summer.
W.A. Harris writes a note of greetings to Harriet Yancey. He inquires about life in Richmond.
E.N. Patterson thanks Harriet Yancey for her call.
Jackie Yancey tells her grandmother, Harriet, about her school work. Her brother, Junior, graduated the week before.
Terrell thanks Harriet Yancey for the kind and consoling letter she sent following the death of Terrell's mother.
William Eason tells his grandmother, Harriet Yancey, about various happenings at Shaw University.
Ruth Jackson apologizes to Harriet Yancey for being so delinquent in writing. She discusses her health, her mother's recent birthday, and other news.
G.R. Neubauer writes Harriet Yancey concerning changes in her electric bill.
Minnie Brown invites Harriet Yancey to visit her new home in Scottsville, Virginia.
William and Florence Scott tell their cousin about the American Christian Ashram they are attending at Bridgewater College in Bridgewater, Virginia.
William Eason tells his grandmother about his return to Shaw University in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Mrs. Robinson tells Harriet Yancey about Mary's upcoming marriage and the Darsies' new house in Plainfield, New Jersey.
Louisa Steward tells Harriet Yancey about her move to Tucson, Arizona. She describes her experiences traveling across the country.
Roger M. Yancey, Junior, tells his grandmother, Harriet Yancey, about his arrival at the Lackland Air Force Base. He shares his impressions of military life.
Postcard to Harriet Yancey from a friend celebrating their birthday in New York City.
Postcard of greetings to Harriet Yancey.
Fannie writes her mother a note greetings. She discusses her chickens as well as an upcoming visit to Rockfish, Virginia.
Postcard of greetings to Harriet Yancey.
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