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Adler & Bro., Memphis, advertising card, circa 1877

Advertising card for Adler & Bro., a boot and shoe store located at 74 Beale Street, Memphis, Tennessee, circa 1877. One side has the name of the store and its location and a note that it was registered in December 1877. It also states that "The Double-Thread Sewing Co.'s process makes Doubly-Strong Seams". The other side has an illustration of three women and a boy with two of the women showing their boots to one another and the words "Will not rip" and "Copyright 1877 by the Db'l Thread Sewing Co., Boston" written on the bottom.
A Merry Mad Map of Memphis, 1944

Brochure produced in 1944 which highlights the attractions and facilities of Memphis, Tennessee, for visitors, including golf courses, theatres, parks, hotels, hospitals, churches and schools.
Arlington High School, Memphis, graduation program, 1921

Program of the graduating exercises for Arlington High School, Memphis, Tennessee, on May 5, 1921. Ruth Stephenson was a teacher at the school. From Ruth L. Stephenson scrapbook.
Arlington High School, Memphis, play program, 1921

Program for the operetta " Princess Chrysantemum" performed by the pupils of Arlington High School, Memphis, Tennessee, on March 19, 1921. From Ruth L. Stephenson scrapbook.
A. Russel letter, Memphis, 1827

Letter from A. Russel in Memphis, Tennessee, to John Hooe of Prince William County, Virginia, via Major Fitzhugh, dated December 22, 1827. Russel, possibly a doctor, writes glowingly of the prospects of Memphis. The letter reads: [page 1] Memphis Dec 22 1827. Dear Sir, It has occurred to me that I might address to you a few lines by Maj Fitzhugh that would not be unacceptable. On my return home I studied medicine and two years since commenced my career & now have prospects rather flattering than otherwise. I have located myself here on the banks of the Mississippi entirely with view of anticipation believing this point to be one which none on the river can rival within several hundred miles. It is to call your attention to this section of country that I now write to you. We have here a very extensive region of rich land as well adapted to the growth of cotton as any perhaps in the same latitude. It is at this time attracting much notice abroad and is populating rapidly and the consequence is that land has advanced in price. But at this time that of as good quality as any in the world can be procured at from three to six dollars the differences resulting more from situation than quality. These bargains are to be had within twenty miles of the river in almost any direction. And there can be no question but places can be selected where there would be but little risque [sic] of health. You will be scarcely able to appreciate the advantages we possess over any other section of the West. We have through the Mississippi intercourse with the whole world and there [page 2] is no comodity [sic] of the world scarcely that we are not familiar with. There is at this time lying at this place about forty flat boats filled with every article that the country north of this produces comprising the states on the Ohio Masourie [sic] & Mississippi. And wherever our produce is ready for market it goes and a return made in from ten days to two weeks. This enables us to avail ourselves of the best prices as a depression generally ensues on the rush of the immense quantity when the smaller streams rise so to permit it to find its way out. However I will particularize no farther but refer you to Maj Fitzhugh for a more ample account. You certainly I think would be fully compensated by one visit and it would afford me great pleasure to see you here particularly when you could exchange to so much effect your barren fields for the finest land of the continent. You may assure my good cousin your lady that she will recognize as white if not as genteel some of us and that nothing is to be apprehended from the Tommyhawk or scalping knife. Our Town contains 300 inhabitants and is rapidly advancing about 500 tons were landed in the last ten days. You find me as slovenly at this business of writing as in other respects but a letter is a letter and if you will obey my request it may profit you something. By the way I should be glad to hear from you after you decipher this scroll. Receve [sic] for yourself & family my higest [sic] regard. A. Russel
Broadway Coal and Ice Company, Memphis, advertising postcard

Undated advertising postcard from the Broadway Coal and Ice Company, 763 S. Lauderdale, Memphis, Tennessee, listing the prices of various types of coal.
Broadway Coal and Ice Company, Memphis, postcard

Undated postcard from the Broadway Coal and Ice Company, 763 S. Lauderdale, Memphis, Tennessee, offering thanks for speaking with their ice salesman.
Cafe Gayoso, Memphis, menu, 1925

Menu from the Café Gayoso of the Hotel Gayoso in Memphis, Tennessee, dated Sunday, April 5, 1925. The dinner was accompanied by a musical program featuring the soprano Miss Maude Moreland under the direction of Signor Professore Paolo Grosso. James B. Cook designed a new hotel to replace the Gayoso House, built in 1842, that burned down in 1899. His U-shaped construction surrounded a courtyard screened from Front Street by a row of columns and opened in 1902. Afterwards, there was an effort to return the Gayoso to its former glory, but it never quite achieved the fame of the previous Gayoso. Goldsmith's Department Store, which was next door to the Gayoso, bought the hotel in 1948 and used it for offices and storage. The Gayoso closed its doors in 1962. Fifty years later, it was restored and used for downtown apartments, residences, restaurants, and offices.
Central Christian Church, Memphis, business card

An undated business card for Central Christian Church at Peabody and McLean, Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Leo L. Pysher is the minister. The card has an image of the laymen’s class standing at the church's entrance. Central Christian Church was established in 1923 by the Disciples of Christ.
Central Christian Church, Memphis, business card

An undated business card for Central Christian Church at Peabody and McLean, Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Leo L. Pysher is the minister. The card has an image of the church building viewed from McLean Boulevard. Central Christian Church was established in 1923 by the Disciples of Christ.
Central High School, Memphis, commencement program, 1944

Program of the Commencement Exercises of Central High School, Memphis, Tennessee, held in the Concert Hall of Ellis Auditorium on May 18, 1944.
Central High School, Memphis, commencement program, 1946

Program of the Commencement Exercises of Central High School, Memphis, Tennessee, held in the North Hall of Ellis Auditorium on May 30, 1946.
Central High School, Memphis, commencement program, 1962

Program of the 51st annual Commencement of Central High School, Memphis, Tennessee, held in the Amphitheater of Ellis Auditorium on May 22, 1962.
Central High School, Memphis, commencement program, 1966

Program of the 55th annual Commencement of Central High School, Memphis, Tennessee, held in the Amphitheater of Ellis Auditorium on May 19, 1966.
Central High School, Memphis, directory, 1950

Directory of staff and students of Central High School, Memphis, Tennessee, for the 1950-1951 school year.
Central High School, Memphis, telephone directory, 1944-1945

Telephone Directory for 1944-1945 published by the Student Council of Central High School, Memphis, Tennessee.
Civic Affairs, Memphis, February 6, 1909

Vol. 1, No. 16 of "Civic Affairs", published on February 6, 1909. The magazine was published by the Civic Affairs Publishing Company at 44 Byrd Building, Memphis. The president and editor was Harry W. Brennan.
Claridge Hotel, Memphis, menu, 1925

Menu from the Claridge Hotel, Memphis, Tennessee, for September 18, 1925. The hotel at 109 North Main Street opened in 1925. From Ruth L. Stephenson scrapbook.
Commercial Appeal payment card, 1938

A payment card for the delivery of the "Commercial Appeal" newspaper of Memphis, Tennessee, for 1938. Payment of 20 cents was collected by the carrier, Hugh Muse, Jr., from Mr. and Mrs. John Ellis Floyd of 2285 Elzey Avenue on a weekly basis and acknowledged by punching the card.
East End Place promotional ticket, Memphis, 1902

Ticket for streetcar fare to East End Place, Memphis, Tennessee, provided by E.E. Meacham & M.F. Gilchrist of 9 Union Street, for December 18-20, 1902. East End Place was a new subdivision south of Montgomery Park (later the Fairgrounds) and this was a promotional ticket for prospective buyers.
East High School, Mustang Roundup, Memphis, February 28, 1973

Vol. 25, No. 6 of the "Mustang Roundup" published by the students of East High School in Memphis, Tennessee, on February 28, 1973. East High School opened for grades 1-10 in 1946 on the corner of Poplar and Holmes. Grades 11 and 12 were added by 1950. The elementary school closed in 1985 and the school became a high school for grades 9-12 in 2008.
East High School, Mustang Roundup, Memphis, November 18, 1966

Vol. VIV, No. 3 of the "Mustang Roundup" published by the students of East High School in Memphis, Tennessee, on November 18, 1966. Page 2 includes a photograph of future actress Cybill Shepherd on her way to Dallas to compete in the Miss Teenage America pageant. East High School opened for grades 1-10 in 1946 on the corner of Poplar and Holmes. Grades 11 and 12 were added by 1950. The elementary school closed in 1985 and the school became a high school for grades 9-12 in 2008.
East High School, Mustang Roundup, Memphis, October 21, 1966

Vol. XVIV, No. 2 of the "Mustang Roundup" published by the students of East High School in Memphis, Tennessee, on October 21, 1966. East High School opened for grades 1-10 in 1946 on the corner of Poplar and Holmes. Grades 11 and 12 were added by 1950. The elementary school closed in 1985 and the school became a high school for grades 9-12 in 2008.
East High School vs Kingsbury High School football program, Memphis, 1966

Football program for the game between East High School and Kingsbury High School played at Arthur Halle Stadium, Memphis, Tennessee, on September 29, 1966.
East High School vs Messick High School football program, Memphis, 1966

Football program for the game between East High School and Messick High School played at the Fairgrounds Stadium, Memphis, Tennessee, on October 28, 1966.