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1997 Church Service Programs, First Christian Church (Morehead, Ky.)

Morehead First Christian Church Records Archive

Weekly church service programs of the First Christian Church of Morehead, Kentucky from 1997.

0665: Ellen Dorcas Harn Papers, 1871-1977, Marshall University Special Collections

Guides to Manuscript Collections

This collection is composed of letters from friends and contemporaries of Ellen Dorcas Harn during her time in teaching in West Virginia and New York in 1871 and 1872. These primarily consist of letters from former students and friends at Marshall keeping her apprised of personal and school activities. Writers include Clayton Barton and Lucy Thompson.

0662: Smith Family Correspondence, 1857-1866, Marshall University Special Collections

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This collection consists of approximately fifty letters from members of the Smith family, located in Guyandotte, Virginia (or West Virginia, depending on the time), to Julia Sprague in Washington County, Ohio during the Civil War. The bulk of the letters are from Sallie P. Smith to Sprague, and many include their original envelope. Topics are focused on personal life and current affairs.

0664: Bertha Casto Diaries, 1934-1938, Marshall University Special Collections

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This collection consists of three diaries describing the daily life of Bertha Casto, wife of physician Thomas Jefferson Casto, while living in Charleston, WV. Topics covered include daily life, especially domestic activities. The final entry was written by Thomas, documenting his wife’s death on January 29, 1938.

0666: Susan And Geoff Eacker Collection, 1997, Marshall University Special Collections

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Susan and Geoff Eacker interviewed ten women banjo players throughout August to October 1997 in WV and eastern KY. Interviews include Kate Brett, Diane Jones, Jessica Bills, Lynne Davis (about Molly O’Day), Kim Johnson (including Wilson Douglas), Sylvia O’Brien, Helena Triplett, Pam Lund, Cari Norris, and Dora Mae Wagers. This collection includes ten cassette tapes with the interviews and ten folders of transcripts for each interview.

The Significance Of ‘Hillbilly’ In Early Country Music, 1924-1945, Anthony Harkins

History Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

Everman - Misc., Carter County Genealogical Society

Carter County Genealogy Collection

Miscellaneous genealogy of the Everman family in Carter County, Kentucky.

Elkins, John B., Carter County Genealogical Society, Mildred Elkins Mellert

Carter County Genealogy Collection

Genealogy of the John B. Elkins family in Carter County, Kentucky.

John B Elkins lived from 1869-1928.

Stamper, James - Descendants Of James Stamper: Carter County, Kentucky, Sherry J. Lowe

Carter County Genealogy Collection

A family history of the descendants of James Stamper by Sherry J. Lowe on March 10, 1996.

Erwin Family History: Carter County, Kentucky, Sherry J. Lowe

Carter County Genealogy Collection

An Erwin family history compiled by Sherry J. Lowe on March 10, 1996.

Oral History Interview: Calvin Jean Zirkle, Calvin Jean Zirkle

0064: Marshall University Oral History Collection

This interview is one of series conducted concerning the Oral History of Appalachia. This file contains an appendix of writings, photographs, and supporting information. Calvin J. Zirkle discusses: his family; his personal background; his service in the Korean War; difficulties he faced finding a job after the war; joining the military again (in the Air Force); his service in Vietnam (including being superintendent of vehicle maintenance); West Virginians in military service; his Bronze Star medal; his retirement; and other topics. This folder also contains works of poetry and prose.

1996 Church Service Programs, First Christian Church (Morehead, Ky.)

Morehead First Christian Church Records Archive

Weekly church service programs of the First Christian Church of Morehead, Kentucky from 1996.

1996 "A Friendly Place" Initiative, First Christian Church (Morehead, Ky.)

Morehead First Christian Church Records Archive

Documentation of Morehead First Christian Church's "A Friendly Place" project from 1995 and 1996.

1996 Morehead First Christian Church Board Of Directors Minutes, First Christian Church (Morehead, Ky.)

Morehead First Christian Church Records Archive

Morehead First Christian Church Board of Directors meeting minutes for 1996.

Stamper Family History: From Virginia To Carter County, Kentucky, Sherry L. Lowe, Betty Willman, Gladys Meyers

Carter County Genealogy Collection

A publication titled, The Stamper Family History: From Virginia to Kentucky by Sherry J. Lowe, Betty Willman, and Gladys Meyer published in 1996.

0622: Critical Issues Committee Papers, 1971-1973, Marshall University Special Collections

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This collection contains materials from the Critical Issues Committee between 1971 and 1973. Of interest are minutes and declarations covering topics including Marshall University and Huntington, WV town and gown issues, establishing vocational educational initiatives, the establishment of the Huntington Human Rights Commission, and library funding. Also included are two editions of a planning directory that contains information about regional agencies, organizations, and boards, including the purpose and accomplishments of groups.

0620: Ms. W.A. Millard And Allene Wilson Manuscript, 1924, Marshall University Special Collections

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This collection contains a manuscript by W.A. Millard and Allene Wilson titled “Farm Bureau Community History of Pea Ridge.” The manuscript includes information beyond history such as natural resources and community stories. This community was later incorporated in Huntington, West Virginia. Ms. W.A. Millard and Allene Wilson Manuscript, 1924

0645: Beecher R. Burnett Letters, 1943, Marshall University Special Collections

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This collection is composed of letters written daily, sometimes multiple times a day, from Beecher Ray Burnett to his wife Anita between September 3 and October 5, 1943 from Burnett while he was being trained as part of the 47th Army Air Force Training Detachment in Huntington and other cities in West Virginia. Topics mentioned in the letter include what he was learning and doing in training, social events, and personal matters.

The History Of The First Christian Church Of Morehead, Kentucky, First Christian Church (Morehead, Ky.), Tiffany Buckner

Morehead First Christian Church Records Archive

A history of the First Christian Church of Morehead, Kentucky by Tiffany Buckner written in 1995.

1995 Church Service Programs, First Christian Church (Morehead, Ky.)

Morehead First Christian Church Records Archive

Weekly church service programs of the First Christian Church of Morehead, Kentucky from 1995.

1995 Morehead First Christian Church Board Of Directors Minutes, First Christian Church (Morehead, Ky.)

Morehead First Christian Church Records Archive

Morehead First Christian Church Board of Directors meeting minutes for 1995.

Gossip, Happenings, Collections, Col. Leroy C. Hinton

Rowan County Histories Collection

Rowan County, Kentucky Gossip, Happenings, and Collections by Col. Leroy C. Hinton made in 1995. The collection has information starting from 1892 through 1945.

0612: Jim Comstock Collection, 1976, Marshall University Special Collections

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This collection is composed of three items: a signed letter to Jim Comstock by Marvin L. Stone, including a request from Comstock for stone to write about Marshall University and Page Pitt, the envelope the letter came in, and a handwritten reminiscence of Huntington in 1940-1945 by John Duncan titled, “We Polished Our Buttons,” which discusses Duncan’s experience in World War II as well as his memories of Huntington during that time.

Branson, Henry, Carter County Genealogical Society

Carter County Genealogy Collection

Genealogy of the Henry Branson family in Carter County, Kentucky.

Mccracken County - Paducah, John P. Dyson

County Histories of Kentucky

An article published by the Register of the Kentucky Historical Society on the naming of Paducah, Kentucky.

1994 Morehead First Christian Church Board Of Directors Minutes, First Christian Church (Morehead, Ky.)

Morehead First Christian Church Records Archive

Morehead First Christian Church Board of Directors meeting minutes for 1994.

1994 Church Service Programs, First Christian Church (Morehead, Ky.)

Morehead First Christian Church Records Archive

Weekly church service programs of the First Christian Church of Morehead, Kentucky from 1994.

1880 Census, Rowan County Historical Society

Rowan County Histories Collection

The 1880 census records of Rowan County, Kentucky transcribed by Mrs. Alice P. Reynolds.

1870 Census, Rowan County Historical Society

Rowan County Histories Collection

The 1870 census records of Rowan County, Kentucky complied by Diane Grubb Sheffield in 1994.

0576: Richard Marks Collection, 1953-2012, Marshall University Special Collections

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This collection consists of two series, with Series I containing material related to genealogy and Series II containing professional papers relevant to Richard Marks’ career at the NSA and CIA. The bulk of the collection consists of Mr. Marks' genealogical research on his family, including publications, family trees, forms, and other research tools. Professional papers include a Turkish-American Association exhibit of stamps between 1961-1965, as well as clippings, white papers, pamphlets, and booklets related to foreign policy and intelligence issues primarily about the U.S.S.R., but also including major powers in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.