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- [Air Force Memo to WASP]
- Brief memo to Women Air Force Service Pilots notifying them where to request their individual flight record files form the Air Force.
- [Biographical Sketch of Eleanor Brown]
- Biographical sketch of Eleanor Brown including details about her service with the WASP, personal life, career, family, interests, and community involvement.
- [Business Card for O. P. Schnabel]
- Business card with the name "O. P. Schnabel" printed on the front middle left of the card, with "O. P. Says: 'Save Today's Pennies for Tomorrow's Dollars'" above that, company, address, and, phone number on the bottom. On the right side, red vertical text reads "Carry This and never Be Broke" and "Good Luck to You" in a circle to its left. On the card's back is a black and white photo of a man holding a large phone to his ear with the caption "O. P. Called.. to tell you 'We have attractive life insurance and annuity contracts'."
- [Clipping: Chatter Box]
- Newspaper clipping of an article about Mickey Brown receiving an offer "to do research work in aircraft accident analysis" (lines 11-12).
- [Clipping: Cochran's Convent]
- Magazine clipping of "Cochran's Convent" by SMSgt Harold Newcomb. An old article about who the WASP were and how they started and ended is included.
- [Clipping: Cochran's Convent]
- Photocopy of a magazine article providing the full story of the WASPs.
- [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: Female WWII Pilot Relives Service at Stewart]
- Newspaper clipping of an article explaining why Helen Snapp became a WASP, what she did as a WASP, what she did after the program was discontinued, and her recent visit to Wright Army Airfield.
- [Clipping: Flying high]
- Sheet from the Local & State ("B") section of the StarNews newspaper from July 2010 including the first and last two pages of the section. It includes the text of an article (starting on 2B) about Helen Wyatt Snapp and her experience as a female pilot during WWII. The article includes photographs of Snapp in her youth after receiving a Congressional Gold Medal. There is a handwritten note beside the article, reading, "Helen, Thank you! Hope you enjoy it. Chris Mudarri." This section includes a number of other articles and advertisements, as well as the weather forecast on the back page.
- [Clipping: Girl Flyers Who Tow Targets May Be Real "Soldiers" Soon]
- Newspaper clipping of articles about the WASP, how it feels to fly a plane, a dance that will be held to raise funds for infantile paralysis, the marriage of teacher Batrice Howell, war bonds, and more.
- [Clipping: "The WASPS"]
- Magazine clipping comparing how safe the WASP were compared to the entire United States, Virginia Moffett's service with the WASP, and the amount of hours they logged.
- [Clipping: "They Flew, Too"]
- Copy of the May 25, 1977 issue of The Gazette. An article of the WASP, who they were, what they did, Helen Snapp's service with them, and their efforts to gain veteran status is included. Articles about city government, summer jobs for youth, nutrition, cooking, and sports are also provided in this issue.
- [Clipping: "WASPs Fitted For Uniforms"]
- Newspaper clipping of the 10th issue of The Avenger. It includes 12 articles that update the reader about events in Avenger Field.
- [Clipping: Woman soared as WWII flier]
- Newspaper clipping of an article about Elizabeth "Kit" MacKethan Magid, a WASP , and her experiences serving in WWII. On the back of the clipping, there is a listing for a Health Fair at different colleges and public schools.
- [Clipping: Women of War]
- Newspaper clipping of a section of the May 1990 issue of The Miami Herald. Articles about the WASPs service in World War 2, why Maria Muniz joined the Marine Corps, two nurses who served in the Vietnam War, and more are included.
- [Committee on Education and Special Training Administration Memo Number 6]
- Memorandum outlining S. A. T. C. Military Administration Districts, jurisdictions of the committees and department commanders, and the headquarters of department commanders.
- [Email From Brian Moffitt to David Stallman, March 6, 2008]
- Email chain between David Stallman and Brian Moffitt discussing Stallman's and Helen Snapp's trip to North Carolina for a WASP appearance.
- [Email From David A. Stallman to Betty Budde, Frances Rohrer Sargent, Lois Hailey, and Helen Snapp]
- Electronic message from David A. Stallman to Betty Budde, Frances Sargent, Lois Hailey, and Helen Snapp, sent on March 16, 2005, discussing the inclusion of an article featuring Mary Nicholson, published in the March issue of Our State. Pages 210 and 211 of the article discuss Camp Davis and Liberty Field at Camp Stewart.
- [Email from David Stallman to WASP, March 5, 2008]
- Email from David Stallman to WASP and people interested in WASP informing them about a video about WASP has been uploaded to the internet and a recent presentation of that same video with Helen Snapp.
- 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.
- [Gayle Snell Individual Flight Record #4]
- An incomplete individual flight record for Gayle Snell.
- Glass Slide of Simms’ Baraca Class, Tabernacle Sunday School (Raleigh, North Carolina)
- A glass slide showing Simms’ Baraca Class, Tabernacle Sunday School (Raleigh, North Carolina). The photo carries the caption “We Do Things” and the text "Compliments of Luther M. Tesh." The school's national motto is also imprinted on the image: "Young men at work for young men; all standinb by the Bible and the Bible School." Published by Chicago Transparency Company
- 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.
- Helen's Itinerary
- Helen Snapp's itinerary, compiled by David A. Stallman, which includes the contact information for Helen, David, and Brian Moffett, the addresses for a museum and Holiday Inn #68088282. and Delta flight information.
- International Forest of Friendship, 25th Celebration, 2001
- Supplementary publication outlining events and information for the 25th International Forest of Friendship celebration, which memorializes contributors to aviation and aerospace with engraved plaques in the forest. It includes portraits and biographical sketches for the 40 people to be honored in 2001.
- [Letter and Flyer: From J. M. Caldwell addressed to Comrade - August 5, 1944]
- A letter addressed to "Comrade" from J. M. Caldwell, Dept. Adjt., American Legion of North Carolina, Raleigh, N. C., dated August 5, 1944. Announcement by the Departments of North Carolina and South Carolina regarding their endorsement of the candidacy of Roy McMillan for National Commander of the American Legion. Attachments include: Handwritten note from Jim [J. M. Caldwell to T. N. Carswell] requesting cooperation and support.
- [Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, July 20, 1944]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon apologizing for an offense, talking about Charlotte, North Carolina, aviation, and how good of a friend she is.
- [Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, September 16, 1944]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon apologizing for not responding, discussing her aviation training, and travel.
- [Letter from Cornelia Yerkes, April 20, 1945?]
- Letter from Cornelia Yerkes to her parents typed on Hotel Annapolis (Washington D.C.) stationary, discussing gifts from them, correspondence and visits with friends, travel, and her work with the Red Cross.
- [Letter from Cornelia Yerkes, December 4, 1944]
- Letter from WASP Cornelia Yerkes discussing mechanical difficulties with an airplane, dinner with an Air Corps lieutenant, typing reports, flying to and from Newark, more mechanical problems, and waiting to travel to New York and Dallas.
- [Letter from Cornelia Yerkes, June 29, 1944]
- Letter from WASP Cornelia Yerkes discussing her recent work ferrying aircraft. Written on King Colton Hotel stationary.
- [Letter from Cornelia Yerkes, October 31, 1944]
- Letter from WASP Cornelia Yerkes discussing receiving a pack of cigarettes, flying a fighter from Jackson, MS, to Raleigh and Newark, seeing a show and getting dinner, flying on an airliner at night, picking up a plane from Long Beach, news about her friend Marion, flying in a B-24, and happening to meet an Air Corps private who knew of her through a mutual acquaintance.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, April 9, 1945]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon apologizing for not responding, discussing his job, health problems that a sergeant had been experiencing, interactions with the Turkish, and plays he had recently attended.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, August 3, 1945]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon about a past experience in the military with Vina Fanuldo and present life in the military.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, August 20, 1945]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon about the Army requiring its personnel to state whether they will continue their service after the war, a brief experience with a couple of women off-base, a small party he attended, his reaction to alcohol, remembering civilian life, and reflecting on his time in the military.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, August 23, 1944]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon apologizing for not responding and making conversation.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, August 27, 1945]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon about personnel being discharged and other things that are happening within the military.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, February 8, 1945]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon apologizing for not responding, discussing how busy he is in New York, her job near Greensboro, North Carolina, potential travel, and wishing her a happy Valentine's Day.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, July 4, 1945]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon discussing his job, military personnel, issues he had in the Army, his search for jobs, and her job.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, July 14, 1944]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon apologizing for not replying, talking about military personnel, planes, and making other conversation.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, July 31, 1944]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon discussing military experiences, past correspondence, and Charlotte, North Carolina.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, June 11, 1945]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon apologizing for not replying, discussing weather, the changes that have been made to the training field, hospitality he is receiving, his social life, and issues Mickey had been having.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, June 21, 1945]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon discussing the weather, past travels, Mickey's job, and briefly mentioning his own.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, March 15, 1945]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon discussing her job, aviation, and travel.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, May 22, 1945]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon apologizing for not responding, discussing how busy his life in New York has been, a recent trip to Boston to visit friends and family, another trip to Morristown, New Jersey to visit another friend, aviation, and how he got his job.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, November 21, 1944]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon congratulating her on her completion of training, discussing past correspondence, aviation, and dealing with trainees.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, October 13, 1944]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon apologizing for not responding, discussing aviation, dentistry, recent experiences on an air base, local festivities, a wrestler, and Mickey's deployment.
- [Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, September 12, 1945]
- Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon discussing his alcohol allergy, dining in Waco, a recent trip he went on, an encounter with his cousin, and recent experiences in the military.
- [Letter from David A. Stallman to Helen W. Snapp, March 7, 2008]
- Letter from David A. Stallman to Helen Snapp on March 7, 2008. It contains details about how they had a great time together on the weekend.
- [Letter from Dora Dougherty Strother to Rigdon Edwards]
- Letter from Dora Dougherty Strother to Rigdon Edwards discussing the slides used at the 1972 WASP Reunion, and includes a list of the slides used.