Shelby County, Tennessee

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The Sterick News, 1929

Vol. 1, No. 1 of "The Sterick News", a newsletter published by The Sterick Building, Inc., in Memphis, Tennessee, in December 1929. The 29-story building had just been completed and was the tallest building in the South. Its name was a contraction of the original owners' names, R.E. Sterling and Wyatt Hedrick.
The Story of the Memphis Auditorium, 1926

A 48-page publication written by J.C. Caruthers in 1926 telling the story of the construction of the Memphis and Shelby County Auditorium and Market House that opened in 1924. It contains photographs and a detailed description of the building.
The Works of Jones & Furbringer, Architects, Memphis, circa 1915

Illustrated architectural portfolio titled "The Works of Jones and Furbringer, Architects, Memphis, Tennessee", undated (circa 1915). Max Furbringer (1879-1957) and Walk C. Jones Sr. (1874-1964) began their partnership in 1908 and designed schools, houses and commercial buildings.
Treadwell High School, The Eagle, Memphis, 1943

"The Eagle" yearbook for 1943 published by the students of Treadwell High School, Memphis, Tennessee.
Treadwell High School, The Eagle, Memphis, 1945

"The Eagle" yearbook for 1945 published by the students of Treadwell High School, Memphis, Tennessee.
Treadwell High School, The Eagle, Memphis, 1947

"The Eagle" yearbook for 1947 published by the students of Treadwell High School, Memphis, Tennessee.
Tri-State Fair catalog, Memphis, 1909

The 248-page "Second Annual Tri-State Fair, Memphis, Tenn., Sept. 28 to Oct. 9, 1909, Catalog and Premium List". A Shelby County Fair had been held in Memphis since 1856 and it was renamed the Tri-State Fair in 1908 to broaden the areas served. It also moved to the former Montgomery Park horse racing track at Southern and East Parkway. In 1929 it was renamed again as the Mid-South Fair.
Tri-State Labor Day Souvenir, Memphis, 1913

64-page book titled "Tri-State Labor Day Souvenir" published by the Trades and Labor Council of Memphis, Tennessee, in 1913. Includes photographs of prominent individuals and mentions various commercial activities in the city.
Tri-State Labor Day Souvenir, Memphis, 1915

72-page book titled "Tri-State Labor Day Souvenir" published by the Trades and Labor Council of Memphis, Tennessee, in 1915. Includes photographs of prominent individuals and mentions various organizations in the city.
Two and One Half Years of Industrial Progress in Memphis, circa 1930

A 20-page booklet published by the Industrial Division of the Memphis Chamber of Commerce in Memphis, Tennessee. "Two and One Half Years of Industrial Progress in Memphis" documents the enterprises that had established themselves in the city or expanded in the two and a half years to 1930.
University of West Tennessee, Memphis, announcement, 1907-1908

Copy of "Seventh Announcement of the Medical, Dental and Pharmaceutical Departments of the University of West Tennessee, Memphis, Tenn., Catalogue of 1906-7; Announcement for 1907-8." The president of the school was Dr. M.V. Lynk. It had been established in Jackson, Tennessee, in 1900 to cater to the needs of black students and moved to Memphis in 1907. The school was located at 1190 South Phillips Place. It closed in 1923. The original volume is held by the National Library of Medicine.
University of West Tennessee, Memphis, announcement, 1910

Copy of "University of West Tennessee, Departments, College of Medicine and Surgery, College of Dental Surgery, College of Pharmacy, College of Law, Memphis Tennessee, Catalogue for the Session of 1909-10. Announcement for the Session of 1910-11." The president of the school was Dr. M.V. Lynk. It had been established in Jackson, Tennessee, in 1900 to cater to the needs of black students and moved to Memphis in 1907. The school was located at 1190 South Phillips Place. It closed in 1923. The original volume is held by the National Library of Medicine.
Urban Renewal is..., circa 1974

A 19-page booklet published by the Memphis Housing Authority around 1974 illustrating a number of urban renewal projects in Memphis.
Victory Homes Budget Book, 1942

A booklet produced for E.H. Crump & Co., Memphis, Tennessee, by United Publishers of Shreveport, Louisiana, titled "Victory Homes Budget Book", in 1942. It contains recommendations on wartime domestic budgeting along with six monthly budget blanks for families to complete. There is also advice on buying food and weight reduction.
Views of Memphis, circa 1910

A 29-page booklet of images of the city of Memphis, Tennessee, including buildings, streetscapes and parks, published in the early twentieth century by Bluff City Engraving Company.
Views of Memphis Terminal Corporation, 1915

Booklet published by the Memphis Terminal Corporation, in Memphis, Tennessee, 1915, describing their facilities and day to day operations of cotton shipping. Another version of the booklet was published for the American Cotton Manufacturers Association meeting on April 13-14, 1915, and is included.
Wanted poster, Shelby County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee, 1899

A handbill issued by George W. Blackwell, the sheriff of Shelby County in Memphis, Tennessee, offering a $75.00 reward for the apprehension of Walter R. Marvin on a charge of larceny. On January 11, 1899, Marvin, who was from Michigan, was indicted in the Shelby County Criminal Court for stealing five bales of cotton. The notice contains a description and photograph of the wanted man.
Welcome Aboard: Navy Memphis, 1962

A 48-page booklet introducing the United States Naval Air Station Memphis at Millington, Tennessee, published by the Armed Forces Guides Publications in 1962.
William R. Moore Dry Goods Company, Memphis, Roll of Honor, 1918

Published by the William R. Moore Dry Goods Company of Memphis, Tennessee, the Roll of Honor lists the names of 36 employees, with their photographs, who were serving in the armed forces in 1918. A further eight employees are listed without photographs..
William R. Moore Dry Goods Company, Memphis, Roll of Honor, 1942

Published by the William R. Moore Dry Goods Company of Memphis, Tennessee, the Roll of Honor lists the names of 58 employees, 52 with photographs, who were serving in the armed forces in 1942.
WKNO Program Guide-30, Thanks to You!, 1986

Special 30-year anniversary issue of the Program Guide for WKNO television station, Memphis, Tennessee, September 1986.
Year of the Tiger: MSU, Metro Basketball Champs, 1981-82

A booklet titled "Year of the Tiger: MSU, Metro Basketball Champs, 1981-82" published by the Commercial Appeal newspaper, Memphis, Tennessee, to celebrate the success of the Memphis State University Tigers basketball team. It contains articles previously published in the newspaper on both the men's and women's teams.
Year of the Tiger: MSU, NCAA Regionals, 1982-83

A booklet titled "Year of the Tiger: MSU, NCAA Regionals, 1982-83" published by the Commercial Appeal newspaper, Memphis, Tennessee, to celebrate the success of the Memphis State University Tigers basketball team. It contains articles previously published in the newspaper on both the men's and women's teams.
Yellow Fever: Supplement to The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, 1978

An 8-page supplement to "The Commercial Appeal" newspaper of Memphis, Tennessee, published on October 31, 1978, and written by Mimi White, on the yellow fever epidemic that devastated Memphis in 1878.
Your Navy in Memphis 1965

A 61-page booklet titled "Your Navy in Memphis 1965" introducing the United States Naval Air Station Memphis at Millington, Tennessee, published by Boone Publications in 1965.