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Recorded News Items And Historical Facts As They Happened Down Through The Past Years, Some Happy, Some Sad, Some Good, Some Bad, John R. Peavey

John H. Shary Collection

Scrapbook compiled by John R. Peavey, which includes sketches, photographs, and timeline kept by the author of local and national news between January 16, 1906 through December 7, 1941. Major topics covered are: local government, railroad, vegetable crops, prominent citizens, new cities, U.S. Army, assassinations, land buyers, sugar mills, weather, politicians, hospitals, airplane, Mexican Revolution, Mexican Border War, refugees, prohibition, WWI, Spanish flu, and transportation.

"At the beginning of this story I said that the facts and material for this story were taken from a diary that I kept through the years beginning in 1906. I now find that to …

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To John A. Danaher, December 26, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Senator John A. Danaher, dated December 26, 1940. Within, Wilson urges Danaher to act to protect Britain and encourage the President to do the same.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Wendell Willkie, December 26, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Wendell Willkie, dated December 26, 1940. Within, Wilson urges Willkie to read the enclosed memorandum entitled, "America's Only Sure Defense".

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Franklin D. Roosevelt, December 25, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Franklin D. Roosevelt, dated December 25, 1940. Within, Wilson urges Roosevelt to address the need for full British aid in an upcoming address to the American people.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To J. Joseph Smith, December 25, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Representative J. Joseph Smith, dated December 25, 1940. Within, Wilson begs Smith to make the right judgment in regard to providing military aid to the British.

America's Only Sure Defense, December 25, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of an essay entitled, "America's Only Sure Defense", written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson and dated December 25, 1940. Within, Wilson argues for British aid and lists the obstacles and reasons for public opposition.

America's Only Sure Defense, November 15, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed transcription of a radio speech entitled, "America's Only Sure Defense", by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated November 15, 1940. Within, Wilson warns about dire consequences for America if Britain were to fall to Nazi Germany.

Address At Newtown Connecticut, November 14, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

An incomplete typed copy of an address at the Newtown Connecticut chapter of the National Committee to Defend America by Aiding the Allies given by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated November 14, 1940. Within, Wilson speaks on the chief goals of the Committee and the urgent need to provide military aid to Britain.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Maurice Leon, October 28, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Maurice Leon, dated October 28, 1940. Within, Wilson writes on the issues he feels should be emphasized by Wendell Willkie.

Letter From Maurice Leon To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, October 17, 1940, Maurice Leon

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed letter from Maurice Leon addressed to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated October 17, 1940. Within, Leon responds to Wilson's views on the French and British military and Russia's stance on Germany.

The Issue, October 9, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of an essay entitled, "The Issue", written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated October 9, 1940. Within, Wilson argues that Wendell Willkie or anyone supporting isolationist views should not be elected.

Address To Rotary Club, October 1, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a speech given at the Waterbury chapter Rotary Club by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated October 1, 1940. Within, Wilson argues for the necessary steps to protect Britain and halt German conquest.

Telegram From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Franklin D. Roosevelt, Alben W. Barkley And Sam Rayburn, September 27, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a telegram sent by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Franklin D. Roosevelt, Alben W. Barkley and Sam Rayburn dated September 27, 1940. Within, Wilson advocates for immediate military aid for Great Britain.

Telegram From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Franklin D. Roosevelt, September 15, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A hand-written copy of a telegram sent by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Franklin D. Roosevelt, dated September 15, 1940. Within, Wilson urges Roosevelt to take decisive action to protect American shores by providing military aid to Britain.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To William Allen White, September 6, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to William Allen White, dated September 6, 1940. Within, Wilson writes Allen to discuss the next steps for the Committee to Defend America by Aiding the Allies.

Telegram From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Franklin D. Roosevelt And Wendell L. Willkie, September 4, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a telegram sent by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Franklin D. Roosevelt and Wendell L. Willkie, dated September 4, 1940. Within, Wilson sends his thanks for providing naval military aid to Britain.

Telegram From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To J. Francis Smith, August 15, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed telegram from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to J. Francis Smith, dated August 15, 1940. Within, Wilson urges Smith to contact Franklin D. Roosevelt and others on the subject of aid to Britain.

Letter From John P. Story Jr. To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, August 15, 1940, John P. Story Jr.

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed letter from John P. Story Jr. addressed to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated August 15, 1940. Within, Story congratulates Wilson on his published letter in the Herald-Tribune and criticizes the leadership of President Roosevelt.

Letter From John J. Pershing To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, August 14, 1940, John J. Pershing

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed letter from John J. Pershing addressed to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated August 14, 1940. Within, Pershing agrees that public sentiment favors more American involvement in protecting Britain and the British fleet.

Telegram From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Wendell L. Willkie, August 11, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a telegram sent by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Wendell L. Willkie, dated August 11, 1940. Within, Wilson writes with worry that Willkie won't take action to protect Britain and the British fleet.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To John J. Pershing, August 7, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to John J. Pershing, dated August 7, 1940. Within, Wilson urges Pershing to use his influence to encourage American naval aid to the British fleet.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Wilbur Forrest, August 5, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Wilbur Forrest, dated August 5, 1940. Within, Wilson urges Forrest to consider publishing an enclosure on the subject of an alliance with Japan.

The First Essential Of American Defense, August 4, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of an essay entitled, "The First Essential of American Defense", written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated August 4, 1940. Within, Wilson writes on the consequences of Britain's potential fall to Germany and calls for foreign policy agreement between President Roosevelt and Wendell Willkie.

Telegram From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Francis T. Maloney And David E. Fitzgerald, July 15, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a telegram sent by Francis Mairs Huntington Wilson addressed to members of the Democratic National Convention, dated July 15, 1940. Within, Wilson advocates for maximum aid to Great Britain and the importance of keeping the sea routes open.

Boyle County - 75th Anniversary Edition, Danville Advocate-Messenger

County Histories of Kentucky

75th anniversary edition of Danville Advocate-Messenger about the history of Boyle County, Kentucky published on July 10, 1940.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Henry P. Fletcher, June 21, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Henry P. Fletcher, dated June 21, 1940. Within, Wilson writes to Fletcher on the temporary appointment of chairman Hamilton and the potential impact it might have on the Republican platform.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Samuel Pryor, June 21, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Samuel Pryor, dated June 21, 1940. Within, Wilson sends his views on foreign policy and national defense that he feels should be representative of the Republican Party.

Telegram From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Franklin D. Roosevelt, June 3, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a telegram from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Franklin D. Roosevelt, dated June 3, 1940. Within, Wilson writes to urge Roosevelt to take more action in the war to aid Britain and France.

Telegram From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Connecticut Delegates And William Allen White, June 3, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of two telegrams sent by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Senators and Representatives from Connecticut and William A. White, dated June 3, 1940. Within, Wilson discusses potential aid for Britain and France and urges the repeal of neutrality legislation.

The Opposition To Statehood Within The Territory Of New Mexico, 1888-1903, Archie M. Mcdowell

History ETDs

The purpose of this thesis is to identify indications of opposition to statehood within New Mexico between the years 1888 and 1902. The sources of information were newspapers of the territory published during those years, government documents, letters and several other miscellaneous sources.

The first chapter of the thesis [discusses] the nature and scope of the endeavor, with the attitude of political parties and leaders, both national and within the territory; the events occurring during the elimination of New Mexico from the Omnibus bill; and gives a summary of the reasons generally advanced in favor of admission.

The second chapter …