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Framed Photograph, Matchbook, Napkin: Air Force One Memorabilia From President Ronald Reagan; January 20, 1981
Print Materials from the Richard Mette Collection
Framed Photograph, Matchbook, Napkin: Air Force One memorabilia from President Ronald Reagan; January 20, 1981 Mette #6
Envelope, Hotel George Washington, Jacksonville, Florida; February 1, 1948
Envelope, Hotel George Washington, Jacksonville, Florida; February 1, 1948
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Envelope printed with Hotel George Washington Jacksonville 2, Florida, image of the hotel with George Washington’s face and 100% Air Conditioned – Optional Use on the front of the envelope. Images of the Hotel Mayflower Jacksonville, New Hotel Jefferson Jacksonville, Hotel George Washington Jacksonville, Hotel Pennsylvania West Palm Beach and Hotel George Washington Palm Beach printed on the back of the envelope. Box: 4 No: 51 (M#138)
Booklet: The Story Of Jacksonville, Carita Doggett Corse
Booklet: The Story Of Jacksonville, Carita Doggett Corse
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Published and distributed by the Woman’s Club, this booklet was purchased by Public Utilities, The Electric Department of the City of Jacksonville. The pamphlet discusses the history of Jacksonville and notable places in Jacksonville and the surrounding areas to visit. Box: 4 No: 12 (M# 121)
Correspondence, To Whom It May Concern, Mayor John T. Alsop, February 19, 1931
Correspondence, To Whom It May Concern, Mayor John T. Alsop, February 19, 1931
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A letter of introduction for Mr. J. W. Dunkerley written on November 19, 1931 by the Mayor of the City of Jacksonville, John T. Alsop Jr. City of Jacksonville Office of the Mayor Jacksonville, Fla. Executive Department Letterhead. Box: 12 Folder: 1 No. 47 (no M#)
Letterhead, Hotel George Washington, Jacksonville, Florida; Undated
Letterhead, Hotel George Washington, Jacksonville, Florida; Undated
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Stationary printed with Judge Florida Hospitality By These Fine Hotels – Radio in Every Room – Robert Kloeppel President and Director – HOTEL GEORGE WASHINGTON 300 rooms -Baths and Showers 100% Air Conditioned Jacksonville – HOTEL MAYFLOWER 300 Rooms –Baths and Showers Garage Connecting Jacksonville – HOTEL FLAGLER 125 Rooms –Baths Garage Connecting Jacksonville – HOTEL GEORGE WASHINGTON 200 Rooms –Baths and Showers Garage Connecting WEST PALM BEACH. Hotel George Washington 100% Air Conditioned – Optional Use Jacksonville Fla. – Once a Guest – Always a Guest
Envelope, Air Mail Envelope, Hotel George Washington, Jacksonville, Florida, December 1, 1928
Envelope, Air Mail Envelope, Hotel George Washington, Jacksonville, Florida, December 1, 1928
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Envelope printed with Hotel George Washington Jacksonville, Florida and image of the hotel. First Air Mail Jacksonville – New York handwritten on back. Jacksonville Air Meet Dec. 1-2 Jacksonville Fla. – Inauguration Air Mail -Dedication Airport – Jacksonville Florida stamp on the back of the envelope. Box:4 No:49 (M#133)
Envelope, Hotel George Washington, Air-Mail Slip From July 22, 1923
Envelope, Hotel George Washington, Air-Mail Slip From July 22, 1923
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Envelope printed with Hotel George Washington Jacksonville, Florida and image of the hotel. Envelope stamped Feb 10 1930 3 AM Jacksonville FLA. Air mail stamped received July 29, 1929 Office Secretary R. M. A. Portsmouth N.H. Box:4 No: 50 (M#24)
Brochure: You'll Enjoy Jacksonville Florida
Brochure: You'll Enjoy Jacksonville Florida
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Brochure about the city of Jacksonville highlighting many reasons to move to Jacksonville or visit including the weather, beaches, businesses and industry, and recreational opportunities. . “The Key City to the Great Southeast – One of the Four Corners of the United States – Jacksonville the Gateway City to all Florida – Ideally located on the Mighty St. Johns River – Where Sunshine adds to the Joy of Recreation – Miles of Ocean Beaches are Close at Hand – A City of Beautiful Homes and Year-round Gardens - The Flourishing Commercial Center of the Rapidly Growing Southeast – Splendid Motor …
Advertisement: Irvin S. Cobb Cigar Co. Label, York, Pa, Undated
Advertisement: Irvin S. Cobb Cigar Co. Label, York, Pa, Undated
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Advertisement for Irvin S. Cobb Yorkana Cigar Co. York, Pennsylvania. Box:4 Folder:23 (No M#)
Letterhead And Envelope: The Windsor, Jacksonville, Florida
Letterhead And Envelope: The Windsor, Jacksonville, Florida
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Stationary and envelope printed with the Hotel Windsor Jacksonville Florida facing Hemming Park. Robert R. Meyer, Proprietor. Jerry R. Caldwell, Manager. The Windsor A Meyer Hotel printed on the envelope. Box: 4 No. 32 (M# 63)
Booklet: Grant's Tourist Guide Of Jacksonville Florida With Map, Homer D. Grant
Booklet: Grant's Tourist Guide Of Jacksonville Florida With Map, Homer D. Grant
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Tourist guide for Jacksonville, Florida to help tourist locate points of interest with descriptions from the writer’s personal visit. The guide includes information on Associations, Auto Rates, Beaches, Baggage Rates, Camp Johnston, Churches, City Ordinances, Clubs, Cab Rates, Express Companies, Florida State Fair, Fishing, Ferries, Game Laws, Hospitals, Hotels, Jacksonville, Lodges, Parks, Public Buildings, Principal Cities in Florida (distance),Principal Cities in U.S. (distance), Restaurants, Railroads, Street Cars, Streets, Steamship Lines and Theatres. Map not included. M#78
Letterhead And Envelope: Hotel Mason, Jacksonville, Florida, July 16, 1916
Letterhead And Envelope: Hotel Mason, Jacksonville, Florida, July 16, 1916
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Stationary and envelope printed with the Hotel Mason Jacksonville Florida. George H. Mason, Proprietor, 250 Rooms 250 Bathrooms. Drew Litho Jacksonville printed under image. A nine page letter. The envelope has the same image and proprietor information. Box:4 No: 39 (M#169)
Envelope: Hotel Seminole, Jacksonville, Fla. January 18, 1914
Envelope: Hotel Seminole, Jacksonville, Fla. January 18, 1914
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Envelope printed with Hotel Seminole Corner of Hogan and Forsyth Streets. Florida Hotel Co., Proprietors. Jacksonville Fla. Absolutely Fire-Proof. European Exclusively. Image on envelope has Drew Litho, Jacksonville FLA printed underneath. Addresses to Mercer Pottery Co. Trenton New Jersey. Box: 4 No: 38 (M# 137)
Trip Pass: Seaboard Air Line Railway, Trip Pass And Pass Check, Jacksonville, Florida, April 8, 1911
Trip Pass: Seaboard Air Line Railway, Trip Pass And Pass Check, Jacksonville, Florida, April 8, 1911
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No abstract provided.
Booklet: Hotel Seminole Grand Opening, Jacksonville, Fla.; January 1,1910
Booklet: Hotel Seminole Grand Opening, Jacksonville, Fla.; January 1,1910
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A booklet with images and descriptions of the Hotel Seminole and its operation. Also included are highlights of Jacksonville and selected advertisements for business in the area. Box: 12 (M#46)
Booklet: Southward The Light Of Progress Shines: Illustrated & Descriptive
Booklet: Southward The Light Of Progress Shines: Illustrated & Descriptive
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The booklet describes business and clubs in Jacksonville, with images. Missing pages. M#45
Booklet: Jacksonville In Flames: Florida's Metropolis In Sack-Cloth And Ashes, Walter S. Wagstaff
Booklet: Jacksonville In Flames: Florida's Metropolis In Sack-Cloth And Ashes, Walter S. Wagstaff
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Booklet with images by Joseph A. Ingram showing the damage from the Great Fire, Jacksonville, Florida in 1901. The booklet also includes a list of public buildings and private citizens’ buildings destroyed by the fire. Local advertisements included. It also lists the officers of the Jacksonville Relief Fund and the Ladies’ Auxiliary Relief Association. M#116 PALMM
Envelope, Doty & Stowe, Sole Agents, Rolled Cigars, Jacksonville, Florida, February 19, 1901
Envelope, Doty & Stowe, Sole Agents, Rolled Cigars, Jacksonville, Florida, February 19, 1901
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Envelope Front: Everybody Smokes – Lucke Rolled Cigars, Mild and Sweet. Made from Porto Rico’ Choicest Leaf, For Sale by DOTY & STOWE, Sole Agents, Jacksonville, Florida. Back: The New Era Standard of Highest Merit. THE LUCKE ROLLED CIGAR Long Porto Rico Filler. Box:4 No: 30 (M#149)
Booklet: Souvenir Of Camp Cuba Libre, Jacksonville, Florida, 1898, Florida Times Union And Citizen
Booklet: Souvenir Of Camp Cuba Libre, Jacksonville, Florida, 1898, Florida Times Union And Citizen
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A booklet issued by The Florida Times Union and Citizen from the Press of the The DaCosta Printing Company, 16 Main Street Jacksonville, Florida. Camp Cuba Libre , an encampment of the Seventh Army Corp. under the command of Major General Fitzhugh Lee. Nine regiments, the Second Division, camped in Springfield, seven regiments in Panama Park, and six regiments in Fairfield. The book consists of illustrations to show the daily life in camp, the troops and leaders. Box: 12 (M# 90)
Payroll: Jacksonville, St. Augustine And Indian River Railway, Walker Beach Station, Florida; July 15, 1895
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Two Extra labor pay roll ledger pages for Jacksonville, St. Augustine & Indian River Railway dated July 15, 1895. Box: 12 Folder: 2 (No M#)
Sales Receipt: Florida Central And Peninsular Railroad, Land Purchase Receipt, Jacksonville, Florida, June 24, 1892
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A written receipt on Florida Central and Peninsular Railroad letterhead, Passenger Department. A. O. Mac Donell, General Passenger Agent. The receipt lists interest at 8% for one year paid to seven individuals totaling up to $552.00. The receipt also has a map of the Florida Central and Peninsular Railroad and Connections on the back. Florida Central and Peninsular Railroad became part of the Seaboard Air Line Railway in 1900. Box: 12 Folder: 2 (No M#)
Brochure: The Carleton
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“Winter Resort -The Carleton Jacksonville Fla.- This Hotel has the best location in the city, cor. Bay and Market Streets, opp. Post Office. Hotel is built of Brick, has Passenger Elevator, Billiard Hall, and all Modern Improvements. The Catering and Cuisine will be a special feature of this Hotel and fully up to the high standard which characterized the Victoria Hotel, Saratoga, the past summer. Rates $3.00 per day and upward. Special rates for Families. For particulars address, E.A. Gilbert, The Carleton, Jacksonville, Fla. or A.W. Dieter, Pierrepont House, Brooklyn, N.Y.” “Summer Resort - The Victoria – Saratoga Springs, N.Y. …
Tax Stamp: Stamp For Special Tax, Coupon For Retail Liquor Dealers Special Tax, Jacksonville, Florida, 1876
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United States Internal Revenue Stamp for Special Tax for the business of Retail Liquor Dealer. “$25 dollars per year Stub for Special Tax Stamp” Box: 12 Folder: 2 (M# 50)
Treasury Department, Second Auditor's Office, Treasury Certificate; July 17, 1868
Treasury Department, Second Auditor's Office, Treasury Certificate; July 17, 1868
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Treasury Department Form No. 21, stating is was sent September 1868 with an enclosed certificate for $65.17 payable to the recipient as the father of the deceased or to his order by the Paymaster of the U.S. Army. Date taken from writing on the back. Box:12 Folder:1 (M# 38)