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- Georgia at the time of the ratification of the Constitution, from original maps in the Library of Congress at Washington.
- Topographic map of Georgia and the surrounding area at the time of the ratification of the Constitution, showing towns, counties, villages, roads, American-Indian territories, and bodies of water. There are also two inset maps in the upper-right and lower-left corner. The first inset - on the right - shows the settled portion of Georgia from a 1796 map, and the second inset - on the left - shows the southern boundary of Georgia in 1787. Relief shown pictorially. Scale [ca. 1:1,013,760] (16 miles to the inch).
- A Map of the Travels of George Washington
- Map of the travels of George Washington in the Middle Atlantic region of the United States between 1732 and 1799, with insets of New York and the lower Hudson Valley, Mount Vernon, the tidewater region of Virginia, Philadelphia, and Boston. The map includes towns, colonial highways, historic or notable sites, bodies of water, and other geological features, with relief shown in hachures. Scale [ca. 1:2,502,720] (39.5 miles to the inch).
- [Clipping: Flying fillies once occupied Liberty Field]
- Newspaper clipping of an article about members of WASP who were stationed at Liberty Field in Fort Stewart, Georgia during WWII. The article includes more details about Fort Stewart, and a photograph of Helen Snapp, Margery Moore, Bertha Mary Clifford, and Viola Thompson in flight jumpsuits, walking away from a small plane. The clipping includes other articles about the Fort Stewart and Hinesville, Georgia area, as well as local advertisements.
- [Clipping: Former WASP flies into Fort Stewart to donate uniform and propeller]
- Newspaper clipping with an article about Helen Snapp donating her uniform and a propeller to the Fort Stewart Museum and her experiences from serving in the military as a WASP.
- Women of Courage and Vision
- A program for Women of Courage and Vision event for Women's History Month. There is a sequence of events, a biography of Mrs. Helen Snapp, and two songs.
- [Clipping: "Stewart Team Takes 1st in GRPA Tourney 92-61"]
- "Section B" of the March 2001 issue of The Frontline. Articles about the Fort Stewart men's basketball team's participation in the Georgia Recreation and Parks Association tournament, the Wolverine-South Invitational Golf Tournament being held in the Hunter Golf Club, a fitness coordinator's advice for "getting into shape" over the summer.
- [Snapp with Group in Parking Lot]
- Photograph of Helen Snapp seen wearing a green jacket with her name embroidered on the breast pocket. Three men in jackets can be seen standing behind her and a man in an army camo uniform can be seen standing with his arms crossed in the foreground. A blue van can be seen to the left in the back ground, and the whole group appears to be standing in a parking lot, with a few trees and buildings seen in the background. A handwritten note on the back of the photo reads, "Ft Stewart, GA."
- [Three Photographs of Women Flying Airplanes]
- Three photographs of women flying airplanes with captions. The top photo's caption reads, "Kathie 'M' is 'T202' of the Tow Target Squadron at Camp Stewart, GA, June 1944. The pilot is Woman Army Service Pilot (WASP) Helen W. Snapp. (USAF)". The left photo's caption reads, "WASPs gather around the cockpit of 41-18836, an A-25A-10-CS, Camp Davis, NC. WASPs, mainly known for their invaluable service as ferry pilots on the transatlantic run, also served as target-tug pilots at numerous training bases. This was the duty to which most Shrikes were assigned. (USAF)" The bottom photo's caption is, "Shrikes used as tugs or trainers were reclassified as a non-combat type and redesignated RA-25As (R for Restricted) (Bill Larkins via Jim Sullivan).".
- [Clipping: Female WWII Pilot Relives Service at Stewart]
- Newspaper clipping of an article about former WASP member Helen Wyatt Snapp's experience serving in WWII, especially while she was stationed at Fort Stewart in Georgia. The article includes a photograph of Snapp in her old age, in a helicopter. The clipping includes other articles about local and world news, as well as advertisements.
- Helen Wyatt Snapp W.A.S.P. 43-W-4 B-17F Memphis Belle
- An autobiography of Helen Snapp. There a photo of the B-17F Memphis Belle above the text with tail number 124485, and a portrait of Helen Snapp on the right side.
- [Clipping: Early aviatrix's heart is up in the clouds]
- Newspaper clipping of an article about WASP Fran Sargent and her career in aviation. Other articles and advertisements are included on the back of each clipping.
- [Clipping photocopy: A Woman with Wings]
- Photocopy of a newspaper clipping with part of an article about Helen Wyatt Snapp, a WASP member, and her experiences as a WWII pilot. The article includes photographs of Snapp, and two of her fellow WASP members.
- [Clipping: Female pilot supports Stewart's mission]
- Newspaper clipping of an article about former WASP member Helen Wyatt Snapp's experiences serving as a pilot in WWII. The clipping includes other articles about local and world news, as well as advertisements.
- [An Airplane at Liberty Field]
- Photograph of an airplane at Liberty Field in Georgia. There is a star on the aft, and there is text under the photo that reads, "Liberty Field, Ga., 1944 PQ 14 and C-45."
- [A Sheet of Paper With Handwritten Notes About a Plane]
- A sheet of paper with handwritten notes about the UC 78 AT11 Beechcraft chase plane or mother ship. At Fort Stewart, they are used as targets, mostly for exhibition purposes for top brass.
- [Three Photographs of Helen Snapp and Airplanes]
- Three photographs of airplanes and WASP. The top photo is of the Kathie "M" is being flown by WASP Helen Snapp. The photo on the left is of WASP gathering around the cockpit of a plane, looking at a map. The bottom photo is of a plane being used as a non-combat trainer. There is text in the middle that explains each photo.
- Frances Rohrer Sargent
- Information about WASP Frances Rohrer Sargent. Topics include her growing up, her stations while a WASP, and her life after the WASP disbanded. There is also a picture of Sargent about halfway down the page on the left.
- [Letter from Edward S. Jones to Helen Snapp, October 31, 2010]
- Letter from Edward S. Jones from the Department of the Air Force to Helen Snapp inviting Snapp to attend the HRDC workshop in Atlanta, Georgia.
- [Letter from Jeff Reed to Helen Snapp]
- Hand-written letter from Jeff Reed from the Fort Stewart Museum to Helen Snapp discussing Reed's gratitude towards Snapp for her recent visit to Fort Stewart. Reed includes Snapp's VHS tape "We Were WASPS."
- [A Payment Voucher Paid for by DFAS - Indianapolis Center] {Has a Social Security Number on it}
- A payment voucher paid for by DFAS - Indianapolis Center Direct for Central Distribution to benefit Helen Snapp. Section 2 includes information on the entitlements for reimbursements
- [Brochure for the Women's History Month Celebration for the Third Infantry Division]
- Brochure for the Women's History Month celebration, "Women of Courage and Vision," hosted by the Third Infantry Division (Mechanized) at the Hunter Army Airfield serving Fort Stewart in Savannah, Georgia on March 6, 2001. The front cover displays the Third Infantry Division shoulder sleeve insignia, a small crest, and a portrait of Helen W. Snapp surrounded by six smaller images of women in the military, including Rosie the Riveter and women wearing service uniforms. The Sequence of Events listed on the second page includes the names of the speakers for each event: Welcome by Sargent Pandy, National Anthem (stand) by Sargent Requita Williams, Invocation (stand) by Apostle Wilhelmenia Brown, a Video Presentation, Introduction of Speaker by Colonel Betson, Guest Speaker speech by Miss Helen Wyatt Snapp, Unveiling by Third Infantry Soldiers, Presentation by Colonel Betson, Benediction (stand) by Miss Lillian Shun, and finally the Marne Song and the Army Song sung by all. It contains a military biography of Helen Snapp, and the last two pages contain the lyrics for the Marne and Army songs. The back cover displays a crest with the words "Nous Resterons La."
- Helen Wyatt Snapp in Her Own Words
- A document about Helen Snapp in her own words. She describes growing up, and her inspiration to become a pilot. She also mentions her stations while enlisted and her life after the WASP disbanded. There is also a picture of Snapp about halfway down the page on the left.
- [Photogaph of Two WASP in Cockpit]
- Photograph of two WASP, one in sitting in a cockpit, the other standing next to her, looking at a map. They are both wearing dark-colored flight uniforms, and looking away from the camera. The caption underneath the photo reads, "Miss Margery Moore and Miss Bertha Mary Clifford, Wasps of a group of Women's Airforce Service Pilots assigned to operations with the 4th Target-Towing Squadron First Air Force who fly targets and do tracking over the firing range of the anti-aircraft-artillery stationed at Camp Stewart, Rinesville, Ga. Before joining the Wasps, Miss Moore was a parachute rigger in Raoanoke, Va. and Miss Clifford was a book-keeper in Lakeland, Fla. June 1944."
- [Four Photographs of Helen Snapp at an Airfield]
- Four photograph of Helen Snapp at an airfield. The top photo on the front page is of Snapp standing in front of an airplane, wearing a blue uniform. The bottom photo on the front page is of Snapp sitting in the rear cockpit of a plane, getting ready to fly. The text in between the photos reads, "Helen Flight in Russian Yak Confederate Air Force." The top photo on the back page is of Snapp standing with three military men next to a helicopter, and the bottom photo on the back page is of Snapp looking at a display dedicated to the WASPs. The caption on the bottom photo on the back page is "Fort Stewart, March 2001."
- [Letter from Jeff C. Reed to Helen Snapp, October 12, 2000]
- Letter from Jeff C. Reed, a technician at Fort Stewart Museum, to Helen Snapp discusses the museum's interest in conducting an oral history interview with Snapp.
- [Letter from Jeff C. Reed to Helen Snapp, September 24, 2001]
- Letter from Jeff C. Reed from the Fort Stewart Museum to Helen Snapp discussing Snapp's recent visit to Fort Stewart to present at their Women's History month luncheon. Reed included two sets of photographs.
- [Recognition Certificate for Helen Snapp]
- Recognition certificate from Air Force Reserve Command to Helen Wyatt Snapp for providing outstanding support to the Air Force Reserve Command's Human Resources Development Council.
- Aerial Photograph of the ACCO Feeds Plant (Atlanta, Georgia)
- An aerial photograph of the ACCO Feeds plant in Atlanta, Georgia. The photo was taken by Abilene, Texas photographer Don Hutcheson.
- Aerial Photograph of the ACCO Feeds Plant (Atlanta, Georgia)
- An aerial photograph of the ACCO Feeds plant in Atlanta, Georgia. The photo was taken by Abilene, Texas photographer Don Hutcheson.
- [Letter from Ellis A. Fuller to T. N. Carswell - December 20, 1941]
- A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Parramore Post No. 57, American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Ellis A. Fuller, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Atlanta, GA, dated December 20, 1941. Ellis A. Fuller defines Americanism.
- [Letter from T. N. Carswell to Delta Air Lines - November 20, 1958]
- A letter addressed to Public Relations, Delta Air Lines, Atlanta, Georgia, from T. N. Carswell, dated November 20, 1958. Carswell expresses his appreciation for help in catching a flight advising that Miss McKool was the friendly and charming messenger doing this especial service. He requests they use the check to purchase candy or a rose for McKool noting that long ago, someone said "sell a loaf and buy a rose, for the soul too must be fed".
- [Telegram from Marie Schanze to T. N. Carswell - May 2, 1952]
- A Western Union telegram sent to T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Marie Schanze, Homerville, Georgia, dated 1952 MAY 2. Advisement of the death of Dr. Schanze and funeral arrangements. Ticker tape telegram.
- [Clipping: Roy Mattox Dies in Jacksonville]
- A newspaper clipping with a circled article titled "Roy Mattox Dies in Jacksonville". The article is printed by The Clinch County News, dated February 5, 1954. Carswell handwrites on the clipping that Mattox was a childhood friend and neighbor.
- [Invoice from Davis Brothers Florists to Ralph Jackson - September 28, 1965]
- An invoice addressed to Mr. Ralph Jackson, Waycross, Ga. from Davis Brothers Florists, Waycross, Georgia, dated September 28, 1965. The reverse side includes hand drawn map of Camellia and East Cherokee streets in Waycross, Georgia.
- [Letter from Elna Peagler Davis to T. N. Carswell - October 28, 1969]
- A letter written to "Mr. Norwood" from Elna Peagler Davis (Mrs. Bob), Waycross, Georgia, dated October 28, 1969. Davis expresses her appreciation for Carswell's very kind letter to her and her family after the death of her mother apologizing for her late response and assuring him of the pleasure her mother derived from his visits and their reminiscing of "old times".
- [Letter and Clipping from T. N. Carswell to Mrs. J. F. Daugharty - January 20, 1956]
- A letter written to "Miss Emma Patterson" (Mrs. J. F. Daugharty), Fargo, Georgia from T. N. Carswell, dated January 20, 1956. Carswell expresses his sympathy to Daugharty on the death of her husband and reminisces about the past and how he knew her. Attached is a newspaper article printed by the Clinch County News, Homerville, Georgia, with an obituary titled "J. F. Daugharty Dies At Age 83".
- [Letter from T. N. Carswell to Allen Carswell - September 5, 1957]
- LeA lter written to Allen N. Carswell from his brother Norwood [T. N. Carswell], dated September 5, 1957. T. N. Carswell requests that Allen Carswell destroy this letter after reading whether or not he sees fit to use the suggestion in whole or in part. T. N. expresses his enjoyment of their last visit confiding that he felt they were more like brothers than ever before. He offers options for Allen regarding the land handed down to Allen from their mother.
- [Letter from T. N. Carswell to Allen Carswell - August 29, 1959]
- A letter written to Allen N. Carswell from Norwood [T. N. Carswell], dated August 29, 1959. T. N. Carswell acknowledges his receipt of the Trust Agreement and discusses certain points in the Trust suggesting that Allen have a good lawyer draw up a will.
- [Graduation announcement from Raymond Andrew Schanze, Jr. - June 1, 1959]
- An embossed and printed graduation announcement from Raymond Andrew Schanze, Jr., Clinch County High School, Homerville, Georgia, dated Monday evening, June 1st. Class of 1959.
- [Letter and envelope: From Maree to T. N. Carswell - April 22, 1970]
- A photocopy of the envelope and letter from Maree to Uncle Norwood [T. N. Carswell], dated Wednesday a. m. Addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, postmarked Homerville, GA, April 22, 1970.
- [Letter from Maree to T. N. Carswell]
- A letter written to Uncle Norwood [T. N. Carswell] from Maree. Maree acknowledges her receipt of the letter from Carswell and proceeds to describe her financial life while living with her husband, that she paid his debts and is left with nothing. She advises that Winn now lives and owns a business in Denton, Texas thus making it necessary to retain a good divorce lawyer in Dallas, Texas and requests Carswell's help in doing finding a lawyer.
- [Letter from T. N. Carswell to Zeke - October 5, 1972]
- A letter written to Zeke Smith from Norwood [T. N. Carswell], dated October 5, 1972. Carswell expresses his appreciation to Zeke on a sketch depicting burial plots where he also marks and makes note that he will reserve the spaces for himself and his wife next to his mother's grave. The reverse side includes notepad paper advertising Abilene Printing & Stationery Co., Abilene, Texas.
- [Railway Express Agency, Incorporated Uniform Express Receipt: Shipped from A. N. Carswell to Mr. and Mrs. M. B. Whiting]
- A railway receipt from the Railway Express Agency Office, Clifton Forge, Va., Mr. and Mrs. M. B. Whiting. Forwarding Office - Homerville, Ga., A. N. Carswell, dated December 8, 1942. One bag of pecans.
- [Letter from T. N. Carswell to Roscoe Carswell - December 14, 1942]
- A letter written to Mr. Roscoe Carswell, Waycross, Georgia, from "Your Uncle" [T. N. Carswell], dated December 14, 1942. Carswell expresses his appreciation for the letter from Roscoe advising that he has thought of him many times since he was in Georgia and is proud that Roscoe is now "making the most of opportunity".
- [Letter from Vella Carswell to T. N. Carswell]
- A letter written to "Norwood "[T. N. Carswell] from "Sis" [Vella Carswell]. Vella expresses her appreciation of Carswell's wedding gift to Ashley and Martha recounting how they reacted to the gift and her explanation to Martha when she asked what kind of man Carswell was to send them such nice things. Vella writes, "I told her you loved Ashley and you was a lovable man so God bless you and your family."
- Reported Missing
- An article printed by the Clinch County News (Iverson H. Huxford, Editor & Publisher), Homerville, Clinch County, Georgia, titled "Reported Missing," dated December 29, 1944. The article is regarding 2nd Lieutenant Ashley J. Carswell, reported as "missing" this week, according to advices reaching his parents here; that he was commissioned a bombardier in the Air Force in September and has been in action in Europe.
- [Letter from T. N. Carswell to John H. Hewlett - April 29, 1938]
- A letter written to Mr. John H. Hewlett, Colleen Moore's Doll House, Atlanta, Georgia, from T. N. Carswell, Sec.-Mgr. [Abilene Chamber of Commerce], dated April 29, 1938. Carswell expresses to Hewlett that the Chamber is exceedingly anxious to have the Doll House in Abilene.
- [Letter from T. N. Carswell to John H. Hewlett - July 5, 1938]
- A letter written to Mr. John H. Hewlett, Atlanta, Georgia, from T. N. Carswell, Sec.-Mgr. [Abilene Chamber of Commerce], dated July 5, 1938. Carswell advises Hewlett that he will not be with the Chamber of Commerce after that year.
- [Letter from R. P. Westbruch to Blanche Perry]
- Envelope and handwritten letter from R. P. Westbruch requesting a baptistry painting from Perry for the Pennville Church of Christ in Trion, Georgia. Includes a sketch with measurements of the church auditorium interior and baptistry area.
- [Portrait of Lillie Sullivan and Roommate]
- Portrait of two women wearing long dresses and sitting together. A handwritten note on the back of the photo says "Aunt Lillie (Hat) and roommate at Girls' school, Rome, GA."