Local/Regional History and Appalachian South
Found in 1917 Collections and/or Records:
Pay Voucher, for Election Officer, Randolph County Va., 1860 (Ms2010-060)
Elizabeth Barton Smith Payne Letter
The collection contains letter of Elizabeth Barton Smith Payne, a resident of Fauquier County, Virginia during the American Civil War. The letter mourns loved ones killed in battle and mentions raids by soldiers, the capture and imprisonment of a brother, and a son's desire to join the army.
Peacock-Harper Culinary History Friends Records
This collection contains materials from Peacock-Harper Culinary History Friends, including meeting notes and materials, ephemera, memorabilia, photos, and artifacts relating to the organization and general culinary history. The collection includes records about events hosted or sponsored by the organization, such as the "Chef's Challenge," Artifacts include a woven vest, tote bags, and a framed quote about home economics.
Pearisburg Quadrangle
Topographical map centers on Pearisburg, Virginia, as surveyed in 1921 and 1931-1932.
Pearisburg Quadrangle
Topographical map labeled "Pearisburg Quardangle." This document contains hand-written notes directly on the map.
Josephus W. Pell Papers
This collection contains a rare account of the raid on King's saltworks in Saltville, Virginia written by Josephus W. Pell. The collection also contains a letter written on Sanitary Commision Stationary to Pell's parents concerning their horses and home.
Mr. & Mrs. O. S. Pence Carte de Visites,
The collection includes two carte-de-visites of Mr. & Mrs. O. S. Pence, taken at Rees studio in Richmond, Virginia, c.1861-1865. Each is posed beside photographer's stock background and chair.
Lee Pendleton Papers
This collection contains manuscripts and correspondence written by Lee Pendleton regarding the history of Southwest Virginia.