Atlantic Coast Line Passenger Station on West French Avenue
subject: Photography--Florida
subject: Street photography--Florida
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Railroads--Florida
subject: Railroad depots
subject: Railroad stations--Florida
subject: Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Company
description: This location contains was home to a two-story brick Atlantic Coast Line passenger station, Sanford's third train station, which was built for a cost of $70,000 and opened on January 14, 1913. It served passengers until 1952, and was torn down in the 1960s. The Atlantic Coast Line, controlled by J. P. Morgan, operated throughout the American Southeast during the latter half of the 19th and early 20th centuries, The ACL had numerous lines throughout Florida and played a major role in building up Central Florida's infrastructure during the early 20th century.
source: Original black and white photograph: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Transportation--Railroads, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Sanford Train Depot
subject: Photography--Florida
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Railroads--Florida
description: This cityscape shows four trains parked at the Sanford Train Depot at the turn of the 20th century. The building to the right in the background is the Plant System Headquarters, controlled by Henry Plant. W. J. Hill and Company Hardware can be seen to the right in the foreground. Behind the depot is Lake Monroe and the Sanford waterfront.
source: Original black and white photograph: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Transportation--Railroads, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

View of First Street Looking Towards Sanford Avenue
subject: Photography--Florida--History
subject: Street photography--United States
subject: Cityscape photography
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Streets--Florida
subject: Avenues
subject: Roads--Florida
description: This is an especially dated dry plate photograph of Sanford, Florida in 1887. The majority of Sanford's buildings prior to the fire of 1887 were built of wood, without much structural integrity. The photograph shows signs of flaking emulsion, as there is mild discoloration throughout the image and blurring along its edges.
source: Original black and white photograph: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Residential--City Views, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

First Street Looking Towards Sanford Avenue
subject: Photography--Florida--History
subject: Street photography--United States
subject: Cityscape photography
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Streets--Florida
subject: Avenues
subject: Roads--Florida
description: The purpose of this cityscape is to contrast the drastic transformation the city of Sanford, Florida underwent between 1877 and 1910. Within the space of a single generation, the city had gone from a remote outpost for crackers and the most hardened of pioneer settlers to one of Florida's most preeminent cities. This image captures the prosperity and activity that can be attributed to what The Sanford Herald deigned as "The Great Industrial Awakening of the South."
source: Original black and white photograph: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Residential--City Views, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Palmetto House in Sanford
subject: Photography--Florida--History
subject: Buildings--Florida
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Palmetto
subject: Houses
subject: Homes around the world
description: The earliest settlements in the Sanford area consisted of primitive construction materials, many homes were built with little more than palmetto fans and pine saplings. After the fire of 1887, many of the city's buildings were rebuilt with brick, to prevent the city from being any more susceptible to fire than it already was.
source: Original black and white photograph: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Residential--Homes, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Students at the Little Red School House
subject: Photography--Florida
subject: Schools
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Students--Florida
subject: Teachers--Florida
subject: Educators--Florida
subject: First grade (Education)--United States
subject: Second grade (Education)--United States
description: The Little Red School House, located at 519 South Palmetto Avenue, is Sanford's oldest standing building. Seminole County bought the land for the two-room school from the Florida Land and Colonization Company. Officially called East Side Primary, the building was constructed in 1883. Professor Coiner of Emory College in Oxford, Georgia, and Angie Tucker of Sanford, Florida, were the first two teachers at the Little Red School House. The building served as the first school house for Sanford's students, until the construction of Sanford Grammar School in 1902. Carrie Ensminger, daughter of Jefferson Clay Ensminger, and future educator, attended school here in 1893. She is pictured farthest to the right on the third row. The building was remodeled numerous times until World War II, when it became a nursery school. Since the 1960sn, the building has been used as a center for Headstart, a soup kitchen, an arts center, and a treatment facility for women with drug addiction issues. In 1995, the City of Sanford acquired the building from the Seminole County School Board. Sanford donated it to the Tajiri School for Performing Arts and Academics, founded by Patricia Merritt-Whatley, in 1998.
source: Original newspaper article: The Sanford Herald: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Education--Sanford Public Schools, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
publisher: The Sanford Herald
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Document
coverage: Sanford, Florida

First Street Fair in Sanford
subject: Photography--Florida--History
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Festivals--Southern States
subject: Fairs--Florida
description: A town fair held on First Street following the period in Sanford's history known as the "Decade of Disasters." The "Decade of Disasters" started with a bakery fire in 1887, which destroyed much of the city's east side, including many of the wooden buildings along First Street. A state-wide yellow fever epidemic in 1888 further depleted the city's population. The financial collapse of 1893 hit Florida investors hard, as did the "Great Freeze" of 1894-95, which destroyed the region's citrus crop. However, by the turn of the century, Sanford experienced a boom in construction which would culminate with the construction of the Seminole County Courthouse in 1913. This festival represents the prosperity that the Celery City had started to achieve during the boom period between 1897 and 1913.
source: Original black and white photograph: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Events--Fairs, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Portrait of Clara Louise Guild
subject: Photography--Florida-
subject: Higher education
subject: Educators--Florida
subject: Teachers--Florida
subject: Principals, High school
description: Clara Louise Guild, born June 5, 1864, was the first graduate of Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida. Her family originally hailed from Boston, Massachusetts. Her father, William Guild, was a Harvard Medical School graduate and pharmacist. Clara enrolled at Rollins College on November 4, 1885, at the age of 21. In May of 1890, along with Ida May Missildina, Clara became a member of Rollins College's first graduating class, with a Bachelor of Arts degree. Guild never married, but steadily progressed in her career, receiving her Master of Arts degree from Rollins in May of 1898. She would later become principal of Sanford High School from 1907 to 1920. In total, her educational career spanned four decades, Guild retired in 1939, and passed away at her Winter Park home on August 21, 1945.
source: Original black and white photograph: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Education--Educators, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Boston, Massachusetts
coverage: Winter Park, Florida
coverage: Sanford, Florida

PICO Hotel Postcard
subject: Photography--Florida--History
subject: Historical hotels
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Hotels--Florida
subject: Buildings--Florida
subject: Tourism--Florida--History
description: Sanford's PICO Hotel, located at 209 North Oak Avenue, was built in 1887 for Henry B. Plant, President of the Plant Investment Company or (PICO). The onion-shaped dome located on the southwest corner of the roof resembled a Turkish minaret. The dome was destroyed by a severe thunderstorm in the 1950s and was never replaced. The PICO Hotel served as the terminal hotel for a railroad and two steamship lines owned by Henry Plant. President Calvin Coolidge spent the night at the PICO Hotel during his visit to Sanford.
source: Print reproduction of original black and white postcard: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Businesses--Hotels, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Howard-Packard Land Company
subject: Photography--Florida
subject: Business organizations
subject: Businesses
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Mortgage banks--United States
subject: Banks and banking--Florida
subject: Buildings--Florida
description: The Howard-Packard Land Company offices, based out of the Peoples Bank Building located on 101 West First Street in Sanford, Florida.The building was constructed in 1883 as the Lyman Bank and is the oldest brick building in Sanford's downtown district. In 1908, the building was refaced with a marble front. Howard-Packard Land Co. established their offices in the Peoples Bank Building in 1904. According to a 1909 advertisement printed in the United States Investor, the Howard-Packard Land Company offered twenty year mortgages at 8% interest. The value of the land holdings ranged between $500 and $100,000. The advertisement also states that, "the funds secured from the sale of these bonds will be used solely for the improvement and installation of the sub-irrigation system on lands which are held as security for this bond issue."
source: Reproduction of original black and white photograph, November 25, 1910: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Businesses--Assorted, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
publisher: The Sanford Herald
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Sanford Orange Grove
subject: Photography--Florida
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Citrus--Florida
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
description: For many years citrus reigned supreme in Sanford, Florida. From December 1894 to February 1895, Sanford experienced temperatures as low as 18 degrees. The Sanford area experienced what would be known as "The Great Freeze." The hard freezes destroyed most of the area's citrus trees and their fruit. The citrus crop never fully recovered and farmers were forced to search for other crops to grow. Ultimately, Sanford's citizens determined that celery would be an appropriate substitution, since the crop was much more resilient against extreme temperatures. By the 1890s, celery became Sanford's primary export, and as early as 1900, the city had earned the nickname "The Celery City."
source: Reproduced black and white photograph: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Agriculture--Citrus, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

W. H. Underwood Buggies and Wagons: Harness and Farm Implements
subject: Photography--Florida
subject: Agricultural implements
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Factories--United States
subject: Carriage and wagon making--United States
subject: Carriage industry--United States
subject: Wagon making
subject: Automobile industry and trade--United States
description: W. H. Underwood established his carriage factory between late 1908 and early 1909, according to a trade news publication from February 1909. The Underwood Factory manufactured carriages, delivery wagons, special-use vehicles, sign painting, and primitive automobiles. Underwood's factory was considered to be "the swellest and largest line of vehicles this side of Jacksonville." He would later become an alderman for the City of Sanford. A 1913 newspaper report indicates that his wife died in 1913 from ptomaine poisoning, an allergic reaction to eating bad oysters.
creator: Ensminger, Jefferson Clay
source: Reproduction of glass plate negative by Jefferson Clay Ensminger: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Ensminger, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Brothers
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Steamboat Caloosa on Lake Monore
subject: Photography--Florida--History
subject: Steamboats--Florida--Saint Johns River--History
subject: Lake Monroe (Seminole County and Volusia County, Fla.)
subject: Steamships
subject: St. Johns River (Fla.)
subject: Water transportation
description: The Caloosa was one of many steamboats that operated along the St. Johns River during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Steamboats first appeared on the St. Johns in the 1860s. During the next several decades, the St. Johns River became Florida's first major tourist attraction for vacationing Northerners. The river became the state's first "highway", enabling homesteaders to move into the central part of the state. The steamboat era on the St. John's came to an end in the 1880s with the introduction of the Central Florida Railroad.
creator: Ensminger, Jefferson Clay
source: Reproduction of glass plate negative by Jefferson Clay Ensminger: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Ensminger, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Brothers
format: Image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Portrait of Mary Ensminger
subject: Photography--Florida
subject: Photographs on glass
description: This portrait is of Mary Ensmigner, Jefferson Clay Ensminger's eldest daughter. According to History of Buchanan County, Iowa: With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches, Mary was five years old in 1881; this would place her year of birth between 1875 and 1876. In this portrait, taken during some time in the 1900s, Mary appears to be in her mid- to late twenties.
creator: Ensminger, Jefferson Clay
source: Reproduction of glass plate negative by Jefferson Clay Ensminger: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Ensminger, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Brothers
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Recess at Sanford Grammar School
subject: Photography--Florida--History
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Elementary schools--United States
subject: Grammar schools
subject: Schools--Florida
subject: Students--Florida
description: This photograph was incorporated into the Orange County Bicentennial Committee's More than a Memory collection, which explicitly traces the photo's origins to the Sanford Grammar School, located at 301 West Seventh Street in Sanford, Florida. Three circles of young girls are seen in the photograph holding hands with one another. The bottom portion of the original glass plate negative has suffered from significant flaking emulsion, which have been carried over to all subsequent prints. Originally established as Sanford High School, the building constructed at 301 West Seventh Street in Sanford, Florida, in 1902. The building was designed by W.G. Talley in the Romanesque revival style. Due to an increasing student population, a new school building was constructed on the corner of East Ninth Street and South Palmetto Avenue in 1911. The original building on Seventh Street served as Westside Grammar Elementary School, which was later renamed Sanford Grammar School. In 1984, the building was placed on the National Registry of Historic Places and converted into the Student Museum. The building reopened as the University of Central Florida's Public History Center in 2012.
creator: Ensminger, Jefferson Clay
source: Reproduction of glass plate negative by Jefferson Clay Ensminger: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Ensminger, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Brothers
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

J. N. Whitner's Celery Farm During Harvest Time
subject: Photography--Florida-History
subject: Agriculture--Florida
subject: Celery industry
subject: Celery
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
description: Mecca Hammock Farms during the harvest season in the 1890s . This celery farm was owned by J. N. Whitner and B. F. Whitner Sr. In 1897, the Whitners planted three-quarters of an acre with celery imported from Kalamazoo, Michigan. Sanford was not always known as the "Celery City". The origins of Sanford's connection to celery farming began on December 26, 1894, when a freeze damaged the area's citrus groves. They began to recover during a warm and wet January which promoted new shoots, but a second freeze hit on February 7, 1895, practically wiping them out. The 24 degree temperature was the coldest known in Florida to that point. The freeze was so intense that the sap froze inside the trunks, many of which split open, sounding like gunshots, and crashed to the ground. The population quickly dropped from 5000 to 2000 as the groves were abandoned. I.H. Terwilliger stayed after the freezes and is believed to have planted the first celery grown in Sanford in 1896. By 1898, celery became the crop synonymous to Sanford.
creator: Ensminger, Jefferson Clay
source: Reproduction of glass plate negative by Jefferson Clay Ensminger: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Ensminger, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Brothers
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Portrait of Jefferson Clay Ensminger
subject: Photography--Florida
subject: Photographs on glass
subject: Photographers--Florida
description: Self portrait of Jefferson Clay Ensminger, likely taken at the same time as his other portraits. Ensminger was born in 1843 in Stark County, Ohio. His father was a photographer and he likely picked up the trade from the family business based out of Ashland, Ohio. Ensminger spent much of his young adult life on the move, intermittently establishing photography studios in New York City, New York; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Independence, Iowa; and eventually Sanford, Florida. Ensminger and his family moved to Sanford in 1884 and shortly after became close friends with the aging General Henry Shelton Sanford Sanford, who commissioned Ensminger to perform a series of photographs. Ensminger would spend the remaining 28 years of his life in Sanford and the studio he established with his brother would be known as a Sanford institution.
creator: Ensminger, Jefferson Clay
source: Reproduction of glass plate negative by Jefferson Clay Ensminger: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Ensminger, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Brothers
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: New York City, New York
coverage: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
coverage: Independence, Iowa
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Dock and Freight Depot
subject: Photography--Florida
subject: Inland water transportation
subject: Trains, Raillroad
subject: Docks--United States
subject: Railroads--Florida
description: This photograph shows activity at an unidentified dock as the contents of a steamship are unloaded. The scene also includes several locomotives both arriving and departing from the adjacent station. This is image is a prime example of efforts towards industrialization made in Central Florida at the turn-of-the-century.
creator: Ensminger, Jefferson Clay
source: Reproduction of glass plate negative by Jefferson Clay Ensminger: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Ensminger, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Brothers
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Portrait of Fredrick Ensminger
subject: Photography--Florida
subject: Autobiographical memory in photographs
subject: Photographs on glass
subject: Fashion--Florida
description: This photograph is a portrait of a man in his mid-twenties, wearing the traditional Victorian-era collar, crovat, and three-piece suit. Evidence indicates that the young man in this photograph is Fredrick Ensminger, born 1877.
creator: Ensminger, Jefferson Clay
source: Reproduction of glass plate negative by Jefferson Clay Ensminger: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Ensminger, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Brothers
format: Image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Jefferson Clay Ensminger's Youngest Son
subject: Photography--Florida
description: This photograph is a portrait of a young man in his early teens, wearing a suit, popular in style of the early 1900's. A note on the back of the photograph indicates that the photograph is one of Jefferson Clay Ensminger's son.
creator: Ensminger, Jefferson Clay
source: Reproduction of glass plate negative by Jefferson Clay Ensminger: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Ensminger, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Brothers
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Portrait of Carrie Ensminger
subject: Photography--Florida
subject: Photographs on glass
subject: Teachers--Florida
subject: Educators--Florida
description: This portrait is of Jefferson Clay Ensminger's daughter, Carrie Ensminger, at an unspecified time. Carrie Ensminger was born in 1882 and attended school at the Little Red School House in 1893. She would later become a teacher at Sanford Grammar School, and is listed on the teacher's roster in 1910.
creator: Ensminger, Jefferson Clay
source: Reproduction of glass plate negative by Jefferson Clay Ensminger: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Ensminger, General Collection, UCF Public History Center, Sanford, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Brothers
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Letter from David Stark to W. R. Vincent (December 30, 1975)
subject: Photography--Florida
subject: Orange County (Fla.)
subject: National Archives and Records Administration (U.S.)
subject: Archives--Florida
description: An official project of the Orange County Bicentennial Committee. "More than a Memory" is an insightful scrapbook of Central Florida's history. This letter is a correspondence between one of the book's three editors, David Stark, and W. R. Vincent. In the letter, Stark thanks Vincent for his participation in the project and attached reproductions of Ensminger's original glass plates.
creator: Stark, David
source: Original letter from David Stark to W. R. Vincent, December 30, 1975: Photographic Collection, box 3, folder Ensminger, General Collection, Student Museum, Sanford Florida.
format: Image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Orlando, Florida
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Washington, D.C.

Rural Heritage Center
subject: Seminole County (Fla.)--History
subject: Museums--Florida
subject: Heritage
subject: Rural communities
description: According to its website, "The Rural Heritage Center engages families and community in cultural and educational experiences by preserving rural traditions which teach lessons for present and future generations."
creator: Island & Village of Geneva Rural Heritage Center, Inc.
source: Historic Geneva School House 101 East Main Street Geneva, Florida 32732
format: application/http
language: eng
type: Website
coverage: Geneva, Florida

Creative Sanford, Inc.
subject: Seminole County (Fla.)--History
subject: Folk plays
subject: Sanford (Fla.)--History
description: Creative Sanford, Inc. is a non-profit organization created to manage Celery Soup: Florida's Folk Life Play community theater productions. The original idea for the Celery Soup project came from Jeanine Taylor, the owner of a folk-art gallery on First Street in Sanford, Florida. Their first production was Touch and Go, a play focusing on the people of Sanford and their determination to overcome various obstacles, including the Freeze of 1894-1895, the fall of Sanford's celery industry, and the closing of Naval Air Station (NAS) Sanford in the 1960s. In the process of producing the show, Creative Sanford decided to rehabilitate an historic building, the Princess Theater, which is located on 115 West First Street and owned by Stephen Tibstra. The Creative Sanford offices are housed in the Historic Sanford Welcome Center, located at 203 East First Street.
creator: Creative Sanford, Inc.
source: The Princess Theater 115 West First Street Sanford, Florida 32771
source: Historic Sanford Welcome Center 203 East First Street Sanford, Florida 32771
format: application/http
language: eng
type: Website
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Lake Mary Historical Museum
subject: Seminole County (Fla.)--History
subject: Lake Mary (Fla.)--History
subject: Museums--Florida
description: According to its website, "The Lake Mary Historical Museum exists to preserve and promote the history of the city and the surrounding area. Efforts to maintain and enhance the museum are accomplished by members of the Lake Mary Historical Society and other volunteers. The museum houses a collection of artifacts, photographs, documents and other materials related to the history of Lake Mary and the surrounding communities. The artifacts housed in the museum have either been donated or are on permanent or temporary loan."
creator: Lake Mary Historical Society
source: Lake Mary Historical Museum 158 North Country Club Road Lake Mary, Florida 32746
format: application/http
language: eng
type: Website
coverage: Lake Mary, Florida

Historic Sanford Welcome Center
subject: Seminole County (Fla.)--History, Local
subject: Museums--Florida
subject: Sanford (Fla.)--History
description: According to its website, "The mission of the Historic Sanford Welcome Center is to enrich the Sanford experience by serving as a communications hub; operating as a welcome center to provide education and information marketing Sanford as an arts, culture, recreation and historic destination."
creator: Historic Sanford Welcome Center
source: Historic Sanford Welcome Center 230 East First Street Sanford, Florida 32771
format: application/http
language: eng
type: Website
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Letter from C. M. Tyler to Chase & Company Members (May 26, 1919)
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Florida Citrus Exchange
subject: Citrus--Florida
description: An original letter of correspondence written by C. M. Tyler to employees at Chase & Company in Jacksonville, Florida. Tyler's letter provides information about the internal organization of the Florida Citrus Exchange, a state organization comprised of a large number of Florida citrus growers. The purpose of Tyler's letter was to identify the weaknesses of the Exchange and to encourage growers to side Chase & Company rather than join the Exchange. While members who trusted the Exchange praised the organization as a united group of growers that promoted better distribution and marketing of their citrus products, growers such as Chase & Company were hesitant to hand over all of their power to a larger organization with poor marketing strategies. Chase & Company was established in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century.
creator: Tyler, C. M.
source: Original letter from C. M. Tyler to Chase & Company Members, May 26, 1919: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 7, folder 14.10A, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Wauchula, Florida
coverage: Jacksonville, Florida
coverage: Ft. Myers, Florida
coverage: Tampa, Florida

Letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Chase & Company Members (March 11, 1925)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Grapefruit--Florida
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Grapefruit industry--Florida
subject: Leesburg (Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence written by Sydney Octavius Chase to employees at Chase & Company in Orlando. In the letter, Chase identifies his dissatisfaction with the Florida Citrus Exchange and its role in negatively impacting the market value of Florida grapefruits. The letter also shares some of the doubts and distrust Chase & Company felt toward the Exchange, a state organization comprised of a large number of Florida citrus growers. While members who trusted the Exchange praised the organization as a united group of growers that promoted better distribution and marketing of their citrus products, growers such as Chase & Company were hesitant to hand over all of their power to a larger organization with poor marketing strategies. These opinions were apparent during the 1924-1925 growing season when the Exchange underwent major changes. On June 5, 1924, Dr. John Harvey Ross resigned as president of the Exchange, a move that upset a large portion of members. The Exchange immediately elected L. C. Edwards of Thonatasassa as the new president. Chase & Company was established in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Chase & Company Members, March 11, 1925: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 7, folder 14.10A, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Jacksonville, Florida
coverage: Orlando, Florida
coverage: Leesburg, Florida

Letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Chase & Company Members (April 8, 1925)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Florida Citrus Exchange
subject: Citrus--Florida
description: An original letter of correspondence written by Sydney Octavius Chase to employees at Chase & Company in Orlando. The letter identifies that Chase & Company played an active role in recruiting dissatisfied members from the Florida Citrus Exchange in order to build and extend their own business throughout the state. One marketing strategy Chase & Company implemented included comparing sales numbers between the Exchange and its own production numbers. Members within the company solicited and circulated the information to growers in nearby districts. With an increased membership in the company, Chase hoped that including more growers would help balance out the less productive crops in the previous growing season. The letter also shares some of the doubts and distrust Chase & Company felt toward the Exchange, a state organization comprised of a large number of Florida citrus growers. While members who trusted the Exchange praised the organization as a united group of growers that promoted better distribution and marketing of their citrus products, growers such as Chase & Company were hesitant to hand over all of their power to a larger organization with poor marketing strategies. Chase & Company was established in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Chase & Company Members, April 8, 1925: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 7, folder 14.10A, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Orlando, Florida

Letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Chase & Company Members (April 10, 1925)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Florida Citrus Exchange
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence written by Sydney Octavius Chase to employees at Chase & Company in Orlando. The letter identifies that Chase & Company played an active role in recruiting dissatisfied members from the Florida Citrus Exchange in order to build and extend their own business throughout the state. With an increased membership in the company, Chase hoped that including more growers would help balance out the less productive crops in the previous growing season. The letter also shares some of the doubts and distrust Chase & Company felt toward the Florida Citrus Exchange, a state organization comprised of a large number of Florida citrus growers. While members who trusted the Exchange praised the organization as a united group of growers that promoted better distribution and marketing of their citrus products, growers such as Chase & Company were hesitant to hand over all of their power to a larger organization with poor marketing strategies. Chase & Company was established in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Chase & Company Members, April 10, 1925: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 7, folder 14.10A, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Jacksonville, Florida
coverage: Orlando, Florida

Letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Chase & Company members (April 13, 1925)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Citrus--Florida
subject: Florida Citrus Exchange
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence written by Sydney Octavius Chase (1860-1941) to employees at Chase & Company in Orlando, Florida. The letter identifies that Chase & Company played an active role in recruiting dissatisfied members from the Florida Citrus Exchange in order to build and extend their business throughout the state. With an increased membership in the company, Chase hoped that including more growers would help balance out the less productive crops in the previous growing season. The letter also shares some of the doubts and distrust that Chase & Company felt toward the Florida Citrus Exchange (FCE), a state organization comprised of a large number of Florida citrus growers. While members who trusted the FCE praised the organization as a united group of growers that promoted better distribution and marketing of their citrus products, growers such as Chase & Company were hesitant to hand over all of their power to a larger organization with poor marketing strategies. Chase & Company was established in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Chase & Company members, April 13, 1925: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 7, folder 14.10A, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Orlando, Florida

Letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Mayo Dade (March 12, 1925)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Davenport (Fla.)
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Florida Citrus Exchange
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Babson Park (Fla.)
subject: Arcadia (Fla.)
subject: DeSoto County (Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence written by Sydney Octavius Chase to Mayo Dade. Dade worked with Chase & Company and was a respected professional in the Florida citrus industry. In the letter, Chase urges Dade to continue recruiting former Florida Citrus Exchange members to Chase & Company. Former members mentioned in the letter include the Babson Park Sub-Exchange, the Davenport Sub-Exchange, and other Exchange members in DeSoto County. With an increased membership in the company, Chase hoped that including more growers would help balance out the less productive crops in the previous growing season. The letter also shares some of the doubts and distrust Chase & Company felt toward the Florida Citrus Exchange, a state organization comprised of a large number of Florida citrus growers. While members who trusted the Exchange praised the organization as a united group of growers that promoted better distribution and marketing of their citrus products, growers such as Chase & Company were hesitant to hand over all of their power to a larger organization with poor marketing strategies. Chase & Company was established in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Mayo Dade, March 12, 1925: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 7, folder 14.10A, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Jacksonville, Florida
coverage: Arcadia, Florida
coverage: Babson Park, Florida
coverage: Davenport, Florida

Letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Mayo Dade (April 20, 1925)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Arcadia (Fla.)
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Florida Citrus Exchange
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence written by Sydney Octavius Chase to Mayo Dade. Dade worked with Chase & Company and was a respected professional in the Florida citrus industry. In the letter, Chase urges Dade to continue recruiting former Florida Citrus Exchange members to Chase & Company. With an increased membership in the company, Chase hoped that including more growers would help balance out the less productive crops in the previous growing season. The letter also shares some of the doubts and distrust Chase & Company felt toward the Florida Citrus Exchange, a state organization comprised of a large number of Florida citrus growers. While members who trusted the Exchange praised the organization as a united group of growers that promoted better distribution and marketing of their citrus products, growers such as Chase & Company were hesitant to hand over all of their power to a larger organization with poor marketing strategies. Chase & Company was established in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Mayo Dade, April 20, 1925: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 7, folder 14.10A, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Jacksonville, Florida
coverage: Arcadia, Florida

Letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Mayo Dade (May 7, 1925)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Fort Myers (Fla.)
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Florida Citrus Exchange
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence written by Sydney Octavius Chase to Mayo Dade. Dade worked with Chase & Company and was a respected professional in the Florida citrus industry. The letter shares some of the doubts and distrust Chase & Company felt toward the Florida Citrus Exchange, a state organization comprised of a large number of Florida citrus growers. While members who trusted the Exchange praised the organization as a united group of growers that promoted better distribution and marketing of their citrus products, growers such as Chase & Company were hesitant to hand over all of their power to a larger organization with poor marketing strategies. Chase & Company was established in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Mayo Dade, May 7, 1925: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 7, folder 14.10A, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Jacksonville, Florida
coverage: Arcadia, Florida
coverage: Ft. Myers, Florida

Letter from Sydney Chase to N. D. Cloward (April 17, 1925)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Florida Citrus Exchange
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence written by Sydney Chase to N .D. Cloward. Cloward worked as a representative for Babson Park Citrus Growers Association in Lake Wales, Florida. In the letter, Chase is informing Cloward to recruit growers who dropped out of the Florida Citrus Exchange and join Chase & Company. This letter also shares some of the doubts and distrust Chase & Company felt toward the Florida Citrus Exchange, a state organization comprised of a large number of Florida citrus growers. While members who trusted the Exchange praised the organization as a united group of growers that promoted better distribution and marketing of their citrus products, growers such as Chase & Company were hesitant to hand over all of their power to a larger organization with poor marketing strategies and unregulated membership guidelines. Chase & Company was established in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to N. D. Cloward, April 17, 1925: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 7, folder 14.10A, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Jacksonville, Florida
coverage: Winter Haven, Florida
coverage: Orlando, Florida

Brumley-Puleston Building
subject: Drugstores--United States
subject: Fuller, George
subject: Buildings--Florida
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
description: View of the former Brumley-Puleston Building, located at 100 East First Street in Sanford, Florida. Doctors L. A. Brumley and Samuel Puleston commissioned famed builder George A. Fuller to construct the building. Construction began in 1922 and completed a year later. On May 5, 1923, Roumillat and Anderson Drug Store opened in the building.
creator: Smith, Austin
source: Original color digital image by Austin Smith, December 19, 2010.
publisher: RICHES of Central Florida
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

PICO Block
subject: Plant, Henry Bradley, 1819-1899
subject: Apartments--Florida
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Buildings--Florida
description: View of the former PICO Block from the intersection of North Oak Avenue and West Commercial Street in Sanford, Florida. The building was constructed and opened by the Plant Investment Company (PICO) in 1887 to house the company's local offices. PICO owner Henry Plant owned and operated an extensive railway system throughout Florida. Also known as the Plant System, Plant competed with fellow railroad tycoon Henry Flagler and later extended his lines from Jacksonville through Sanford to Tampa. In the 1920s, the brick exterior of the building was covered with stucco and renamed the Welaka Apartments.
creator: Smith, Austin
source: Original color digital image by Austin Smith, December 19, 2010.
publisher: RICHES of Central Florida
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Henry B. Lord Building
subject: Jewelry stores--United States
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Buildings--Florida
subject: Bars (Drinking establishments)--Florida
description: The Henry B. Lord building, located at 112 South Park Avenue in Sanford, Florida. From its completion in 1895 until 1992, the building was occupied by multiple jewelers. Henry B. Lord established Sanford's oldest jewelry store when he opened H. B. Lord Jewelry and Optical in 1879. In the 1930s, Henry McLaulin purchased the business. By 1943, McLaulin sold the jewelry store to W. E. Kader, who remained there until 1992. At the time that this photograph was taken in 2010, the building was housing The Wet Spot, a local drinking establishment.
creator: Smith, Austin
source: Original color digital image by Austin Smith, December 19, 2010.
publisher: RICHES of Central Florida
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

First National Bank No. 2
subject: Banks and banking--Florida
subject: Buildings--Florida
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
description: Former First National Bank No. 2 , located at 101 East First Street in Sanford, Florida. Also known as Sanford's first skyscraper, the building was designed by Mowbray & Uffinger of New York. Construction began in 1922 using steel, limestone, brick, and tile. A major reason why masonry and steel was used in the construction of the building was in response to a fire that occurred in Sanford in 1887. Originating from a bakery in downtown, many of the surrounding buildings were destroyed because they were constructed out of wood. After the fire, commercial buildings were constructed either with bricks or masonry. The First National Bank remained in the building until 1929. The building has served as a home for several banks since 1938.
creator: Smith, Austin
source: Original color digital images by Austin Smith, December 19, 2010.
publisher: RICHES of Central Florida
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Hotchkiss Block, 2010
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
description: The Hotchkiss Block, located at 213 East First Street in Sanford, Florida, in 2010. The block was named after Frederick Hotchkiss and constructed in the Romanesque Revival style in 1887. The previous brick building erected at this location was destroyed by the Great Fire of 1887.
creator: Smith, Austin
source: Original color digital image by Austin Smith, December 19, 2010.
publisher: RICHES of Central Florida
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image
coverage: Hotchkiss Block, Sanford, Florida

DeForest Block
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Drugstores--United States
description: The DeForest Block, located at 101 East First Street in Sanford, Florida. The building was constructed in 1887 by Henry L. DeForest as a general store. During that same year, Downtown Sanford along First Street was devastated by a fire that started at a bakery. The DeForest Block is one of only a few sets of buildings that survived the fire. In 1917, the Seminole County Bank renovated the block. The building was
creator: Smith, Austin
source: Original color digital images by Austin Smith, December 19, 2010.
publisher: RICHES of Central Florida
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

First National Bank No. 1
subject: Banks and banking--Florida
subject: Rollins College (Winter Park, Fla.)
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
description: View of the First National Bank No. 1, located at 101 West First Street in Sanford, Florida. The building was originally constructed in 1883 by Lyman Bank and had a brick facade. In 1887, the bank switched hands and became the First National Bank. Building renovations took place the same year, which included adding a marble facade, moving the front entrance to the corner of the building, and placing a clock at the front of the building which would become the town clock located in Magnolia Square. First National Bank No. 1 is the oldest brick building in Sanford's downtown commercial district. The organizational meetings to create Rollins College were held in this building in 1885. At the time that this photograph was taken in 2010, the building was being occupied by the Corner Cafe.
creator: Smith, Austin
source: Original color digital image by Austin Smith, December 19, 2010.
publisher: RICHES of Central Florida
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Masonic Lodge #62
subject: Masonic Societies
subject: Secret Societies--United States
subject: Masonic buildings
subject: Buildings--Florida
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Freemasonry
description: View of the Sanford Masonic Lodge #62, located at 212 North Park Avenue in Sanford, Florida. Sanford established its own Masonic Lodge in 1872 and is one of the oldest in Florida. The building was designed by renowned local architect Elton J. Moughton. The total cost of construction was $45,000. The Lodge opened in 1924. At the time that this photograph was taken, the building was serving as the office for two attorneys of law: A. A. McCalahan, Jr. and Charles Hart II.
creator: Smith, Austin
source: Original color digital image by Austin Smith, December 19, 2010.
publisher: RICHES of Central Florida
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

PICO Hotel
subject: Hotels--Florida
subject: Tourism--Florida
subject: Architecture, Turkish
subject: Plant, Henry Bradley, 1819-1899
subject: Buildings--Florida
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
description: PICO Hotel, located at 209 North Oak Avenue in Sanford, Florida, was built in 1887 for Henry Bradley Plant, President of the Plant Investment Company (PICO). The onion-shaped dome located on the southwest corner of the roof resembled a Turkish minaret. The dome was destroyed by a severe thunderstorm in the 1950s and was never replaced. The PICO Hotel served as the terminal hotel for a railroad and two steamship lines owned by Henry Plant. President Calvin Coolidge spent the night at the PICO Hotel during his visit to Sanford.
creator: Smith, Austin
source: Original color digital images by Austin Smith, December 19, 2010.
publisher: RICHES of Central Florida
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: PICO Hotel, Sanford, Florida

St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Churches--Florida
subject: African Americans--Florida--Sanford
subject: Buildings--Florida
subject: African Methodist Episcopal Church
description: View of St. James AME Church from the intersection of Cypress Avenue and East 9th Street. The church itself was founded in 1867 at another location off of Mellonville Avenue. In 1880, the church purchased land at the current location from the Florida Land and Colonization Company, which was operated by General Henry Shelton Sanford. After constructing several temporary structures, the church assigned African American architect Prince Spears to design the current red brick building. Spears created a building with a late gothic revival architectural style. Construction started in 1910 and ended in 1913. Reverend William H. Brown oversaw the project, but died prior to the building's completion. St. James AME Church was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1992.
creator: Smith, Austin
source: Original color digital image by Austin Smith, December 19, 2010.
publisher: RICHES of Central Florida
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Sanford and Lake Eustis Railway
subject: Railroads--Florida
subject: Plant, Henry Bradley, 1819-1899
subject: Railways
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Lake Mary (Fla.)
description: List of latitude and longitude coordinates for the Sanford and Lake Eustis Railway.The Sanford and Lake Eustis Railway. The Jacksonville, Tampa, and Key West Railroad built the road in 1886 and opened it in 1887. The track spanned 29.5 miles and started in the downtown Sanford rail station area and ran west towards the present-day 417 and I-4 interchange. The president of Sanford and Lake Eustis Railway, Dr. J. N. Bishop, sold the railroad to the Plant System in 1890.
source: Coordinates compiled as part of a RICHES student project.
format: text/plain
type: Line Overlay
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Lake Mary, Florida

Sanford and Indian River Railroad
subject: Railroads--Florida
subject: South Florida Railroad
subject: Railways
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Indian River (Fla.)
subject: Oviedo (Fla.)
subject: Lake Jessup (Fla.)
subject: Longwood (Fla.)
subject: Winter Springs (Fla.)
description: List of latitude and longitude coordinates for the Sanford and Indian River Railroad.The Sanford and Indian River Railroad was built in 1886 by the South Florida Railroad. The line covered nineteen miles between Sanford and Oviedo and was used by growers to ship goods. The railroad began in downtown Sanford and ran southeast direction toward the intersection of State Roads 434 and 426. It then turns East along the southern shore of Lake Jessup and ends in Oviedo. The railroad did have a spur line into the Black Hammock that started at Yongel's Shingle. A biking trail known as the Cross Seminole Trail now spans the length of the old railroad.
source: Coordinates compiled as part of a RICHES student project.
format: text/plain
type: Line Overlay
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Longwood, Florida
coverage: Winter Springs, Florida
coverage: Oviedo, Florida

Sanford and Everglades Railroad
subject: Railroads--Florida
subject: Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Company
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
description: List of latitude and longitude coordinates for the Sanford and Everglades Railroad.The creation of a railroad through Sanford began when a group of celery growers expressed interest in extending railroad tracks to their farmlands. When the Atlantic Coast Line ignored the requests, a group of prominent local growers provided the funds and began construction of the Sanford and Everglades Railroad. With the help of A.T. Rossiter, J.N. Whitner, A.P. Connelly, S.O. Chase, and F.P. Forester, the railroad was built and opened in 1910. The railroad broke off from the Atlantic Coast Line near 15th Street in Sanford and ran east until Beardall. It then turned south and ran until Pine Way where it turns west and reconnects to the Atlantic Coast Line railroad. By 1913, the Atlantic Coast Line purchased the property and rights to the Sanford and Everglades Railroad. The railroad was nicknamed the Celery Belt Line.
source: Coordinates compiled as part of a RICHES student project.
format: text/plain
type: Line Overlay
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Sanford and St. Petersburg Railway
subject: Railroads--Florida
subject: Plant, Henry Bradley, 1819-1899
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Company
subject: Heathrow (Fla.)
subject: Lake Mary (Fla.)
subject: Longwood (Fla.)
subject: Wekiva Springs (Fla.)
subject: Altamonte Springs (Fla.)
subject: Apopka (Fla.)
description: List of latitude and longitude coordinates for the portion of the Sanford and St. Petersburg Railway running through Central Florida.Originally called the Orange Belt Railroad, the Sanford and St. Petersburg Railway started in 1885-1889. The tracks started at Port Monroe and later extended into Sanford. The Orange Belt Railroad was unsuccessful and was taken over by the Plant System in 1893. Henry Plant changed the three foot gauge rails to four foot gauge. The entire railroad started in downtown Sanford and ran along the Jacksonville, Tampa, and Key West Railroad.
source: Coordinates compiled as part of a RICHES student project.
format: text/plain
type: Line Overlay
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Heathrow, Florida
coverage: Lake Mary, Florida
coverage: Longwood, Florida
coverage: Wekiva Springs, Florida
coverage: Altamonte Springs, Florida
coverage: Apopka, Florida
coverage: Lockhart, Florida

Jacksonville, Tampa, and Key West Railroad
subject: Railroads--Florida
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: St. Johns River (Fla.)
description: List of latitude and longitude coordinates for the portion of the Jacksonville, Tampa, and Key West Railroad running through Central Florida. The railroad opened in 1884 and reached Sanford by 1886. William Van Fleet was the railroad's first president. In 1883, the railroad caught the attention of Henry Plant, a prominent entrepreneur in the state, during a track construction project between Tampa and Kissimmee. He offered the Jacksonville, Tampa, and Key West Railroad all of the funds needed to construct the stretch of railroad. In return, it was agreed that Plant would own all rights to the route. The railroad began in Jacksonville and ran through Palatka and DeLand Junction. The stretch of railroad running through Central Florida ran from downtown Sanford east to the port of Sanford where it then turned north and crossed the St. Johns River.
source: Coordinates compiled as part of a RICHES student project.
format: text/plain
type: Line Overlay
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Atlantic Coast Line Railroad
subject: Railroads--Florida
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Lake Mary (Fla.)
subject: Longwood (Fla.)
subject: Altamonte Springs (Fla.)
subject: Casselberry (Fla.)
subject: Maitland (Fla.)
description: List of latitude and longitude coordinates for the portion of the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad running through Central Florida. The Atlantic Coast Line was formally established in 1889 and became a major interstate railway system in the southeastern United States. In 1902, the Atlantic Coast Line extended its services into Florida when it purchased all of the Plant tracks. In Central Florida, these lines included the Sanford and Everglade Railroad. In 1967, the Seaboard Coast Line Railroad was formed and took over all of the tracks operated by the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad and the Seaboard Air Line.
source: Coordinates compiled as part of a RICHES student project.
format: text/plain
type: Line Overlay
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Lake Mary, Florida
coverage: Longwood, Florida
coverage: Altamonte Springs, Florida
coverage: Casselberry, Florida
coverage: Maitland, Florida

Florida Midland Railroad
subject: Railroads--Florida
subject: Railways
subject: Winter Springs (Fla.)
subject: Longwood (Fla.)
subject: Altamonte Springs (Fla.)
subject: Apopka (Fla.)
description: List of latitude and longitude coordinates for the Florida Midland Railroad. Tracks were constructed and completed in the 1880s and ran along the current day State Road 434 near Ocoee, Florida. The Florida Midland did not last long , but did have a significant influence in the population and commerce growth in the particular area of Central Florida. The small line was originally used for logging and was pulled up after only a couple of years. The route then became a logging road.
source: Coordinates compiled as part of a RICHES student project.
format: text/plain
type: Line Overlay
coverage: Winter Springs, Florida
coverage: Longwood, Florida
coverage: Altamonte Springs, Florida
coverage: Apopka, Florida

Florida East Coast Railway
subject: Railroads--Florida
subject: Florida East Coast Railway
subject: Flagler, Henry Morrison, 1830-1913
description: List of latitude and longitude coordinates for the portion of the Florida East Coast Railway running through Central Florida. Henry Flagler, prominent entrepreneur known throughout the state of Florida, founded the Florida East Coast Railway (FEC) in 1895 after purchasing the Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Halifax, and Indian River Railroads. Flagler soon purchased other railroad companies and eventually spanned the whole state from Jacksonville to Key West. The FEC line runs through Seminole County just north of Lake Harney and continues south through Geneva and Chuluota. It eventually runs South into Orange County and ends in Lake Okeechobee.
source: Coordinates compiled as part of a RICHES student project.
format: text/plain
type: Line Overlay
coverage: Deep Creek, Florida
coverage: Geneva, Florida
coverage: Oviedo, Florida
coverage: Chuluota, Florida

Orlando-Winter Park Railroad
subject: Railroads--Florida--Passenger traffic
subject: Rollins College (Winter Park, Fla.)--History
subject: Railways
subject: Railroad lines
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Winter Park (Fla.)
subject: Seminole County (Fla.)
subject: Oviedo (Fla.)
description: List of latitude and longitude coordinates for the Dinky Line. The track started in Orlando-Winter Park area and entered Seminole County near Oviedo. The Orlando-Winter Park Railroad officially opened on January 2, 1889. Shortly after the inaugural opening of the railroad, Francis B. Knowles became president of the Orlando-Winter Park Railroad Company. The original track spanned six miles from Orlando to Winter Park. The Dinky Line made eight round-trips per day and charged fifteen cents a ride. Students from Rollins College nicknamed the railroad the Dinky Line. By 1891, the Dinky Line extended to Oviedo. All of the tracks were removed by 1969 due to the popularity of the automobile.
source: Coordinates compiled as part of a RICHES student project.
format: text/plain
type: Line Overlay
coverage: Goldenrod, Florida
coverage: Winter Park, Florida
coverage: Oviedo, Florida

Letter from Joshua Chase to Sydney Chase (October 19, 1934)
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Citrus fruit industry--California
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Agriculture--Florida
subject: Lakeland (Fla).
subject: Orange industry--Florida
subject: Orange industry--California--History
subject: New Deal, 1933-1939--Florida
subject: Florida Citrus Exchange
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
description: An original letter of correspondence written by Joshua Chase to his father and Chase & Company business partner Sydney Chase. The letter discusses a meeting Joshua attended in Lakeland about the specifics on the proposed Federal Marketing Agreement on citrus and nationally standardized shipping rates. Issues discussed in the meeting included freight rates of citrus products, New Deal policies, and accurate reporting. Chase & Company was established by the brothers in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century. The Florida Citrus Exchange was founded by a group of growers on June 21, 1909 to help improve production of citrus in the state. Members shared facilities and helped establish operation and shipping standards. Both Sydney and Joshua Chase were hesitant to join the Exchange because they did not want to jeopardize the business they had successfully managed. Chase & Company eventually became a part of the Exchange, but backed out three years later.
creator: Chase, Joshua
source: Original letter from Joshua Chase to Sydney Octavius Chase, Sr., October 19, 1934: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.49, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Asheville, North Carolina
coverage: Lakeland, Florida
coverage: California
coverage: Seattle, Washington
coverage: Spokane, Washington
coverage: Portland, Oregon
coverage: Tampa, Florida

GLBT History Museum of Central Florida, Inc.
subject: Gay and lesbian studies--United States
subject: Transgender people--United States
subject: Homosexuals
subject: Homosexuality--Florida
subject: Lesbian community--United States
subject: Lesbian, gay, and bisexual studies
subject: Gay community--United States
subject: Lesbianism--United States
subject: Gay culture--Florida
subject: Lesbians--United States
subject: Gay liberation movement--Florida
subject: Gay rights--Florida
subject: Bisexuality--United States
subject: Bisexuals--United States
subject: Transgenderism--United States
description: According to its website, "The mission of the GLBT History Museum of Central Florida, Inc. is to collect, preserve and exhibit the history of the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender community in Central Florida. We are dedicated to collecting and preserving memorabilia, providing a documentary record for research, and displaying with pride that community's social and historical contributions, so our legacy will always be remembered."
creator: GLBT History Museum of Central Florida, Inc.
source: GLBT History Museum P.O. Box 533376 Orlando, Florida 32853-3376
format: application/http
language: eng
type: Website
coverage: Orlando, Florida

Harry T. & Harriette V. Moore Cultural Complex
subject: Civil rights--Florida
subject: Mims (Fla.)
subject: African Americans--Florida
subject: Museums--Florida
subject: Moore, Harry T., 1905-1951
description: According to its website, the organization's vision statement is "To develop a national civil rights resource and tourist center incorporating the latest technology and information management systems. To form cooperative working relationships with academic, corporate and cultural institutions throughout the nation and the world to link the historical trail of the early civil rights pioneers and their effect on communities both large and small."
creator: Harry T. & Harriette V. Moore Cultural Complex, Inc.
source: Harry T. & Harriette V. Moore Cultural Complex 2180 Freedom Avenue Mims, Florida 32754
format: application/http
language: eng
type: Website
coverage: Mims, Florida

Hannibal Square Heritage Center
subject: Civil rights--Florida
subject: Winter Park (Fla.)
subject: African Americans--Florida
subject: Museums--Florida
description: According to its website, "The Hannibal Square Heritage Center represents a first-of-a-kind experience in Central Florida where the history of a community is told by members of the community itself through The Heritage Collection: Photographs and Oral Histories of West Winter Park, The Hannibal Square Timeline, which chronicles significant local and national events in civil rights and African-American history, and public art installations and educational programs that explore the African-American experience, southern folklore and cultural preservation. The center also features a Visiting Exhibition Series. The exhibitions and programs held at the center weave the stories of this unique and proud neighborhood together with African-American history and experience in general. Visitors to the Heritage Center are moved by the immediate, personal stories of the people of west Winter Park and the Hannibal Square community by the beautiful and accessible presentation of the historical information and artwork. Adults as well as children can experience the first-person accounts and pictures collected from memories and shoe boxes stored for generations under the beds of the people who share their stories. The Hannibal Square Heritage Center inspires all visitors to become more aware of, respect, explore, and participate in their own community's history and heritage."
creator: Crealdé School of Art
source: Hannibal Sqaure Heritage Center 642 West New England Avenue Winter Park, Florida 32789
contributor: City of Winter Park
format: application/http
type: Website
coverage: Winter Park, Florida

Museum of Seminole County History
subject: Seminole County (Fla.)
subject: Museums--Florida
description: The Museum of Seminole County History is located at 300 Bush Boulevard in Sanford and features the local history of the country, which is the historical gateway to the interior of Central Florida. Artifacts and exhibits demonstrate the local history of Native Americans, early forts and settlements, steamships and railroads, Seminole County agriculture and industry, nineteenth and twentieth century art, and the Old Folks Home. Also known as the Seminole County Home, the Old Folks Home was constructed in 1926 to house people who were homeless or needed living assistance. In 1965, the building was converted into offices for the County Agricultural and the Home Demonstration Agent and was called the Agricultural Center. In November of 1980, a new agricultural building was completed and the offices were vacated. In 1982, the County Commission approved the conversion of the Old Folks Home into a historical museum, which opened in November of 1983. The building was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places on June 10, 1999.
creator: Seminole County, Florida
source: Museum of Seminole County History 300 Bush Boulevard Sanford, Florida 32773
format: application/http
language: eng
type: Website
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Orange County Regional History Center
subject: Orange County (Fla.)
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Museums--Florida
description: According to its website, "The Historical Museum first opened in 1942 in the 1892 red brick Orange County Courthouse at the corner of Central and Magnolia, as a pioneer kitchen exhibit for the Central Florida Centennial Celebration. The popular exhibit remained open; and through public donations of historical objects, large and small, books, papers, and photographs, it grew to fill rooms in the old Courthouse. The collections went into storage from 1957 until 1963, while the county demolished the 1892 Courthouse and built an addition to the 1927 Courthouse on the site of the old building. The museum reopened in the Courthouse Annex in 1963, under the auspices of Orange County Historical Commission, a new county department established by the County Commissioners in 1957 to ensure fiscal and legal stability. By 1970 , the county government needed the space in the annex, so the museum collection was moved again, to the second floor of the Christ Building, a few doors away on Central Boulevard . . .The Orange County Historical Society, Inc., organized in 1971 to raise money for a permanent museum building, which opened in Loch Haven Park in 1976. In 2000, the Historical Museum moved again, back to where it had started at Central Boulevard and Magnolia Avenue. The vacated 1927 Courthouse was restored to become the Orange County Regional History Center, and the Orange County Historical Society became the Historical Society of Central Florida, Inc., operating the History Center in partnership with the Orange County Board of County Commissioners. The current Orange County Regional History Center showcases the vast collections of the Historical Society of Central Florida, Inc. The museum features three floors of permanent exhibitions and also presents nationally important limited-run exhibitions. In 2006, the museum was accepted as an Affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and was accredited by the American Association of Museums, the highest honor a museum can receive."
creator: Historical Society of Central Florida, Inc.
source: Orange County Regional History Center 65 East Central Boulevard Orlando, Florida 32801
format: application/http
language: eng
type: Website
coverage: Orlando, Florida

UCF Public History Center
subject: Public history--United States
subject: University of Central Florida. Department of History
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Museums--Florida
description: According to its website, "The Student Museum has been a popular field trip destination for local [Seminole County] students for nearly 30 years. Built in 1902, this Romanesque revival style brick building has a rich history, and serves as a focal point of cultural heritage in Sanford [and is on the National Register of Historic Places]. Each year, approximately 4,000 Seminole County Public School students visit the museum as a field trip integrated into the 4th grade curriculum on Florida history. Beginning in July 2012, the University of Central Florida (UCF) Department of History will transform this facility into the UCF Public History Center. UCF will enhance the current programming offered with the addition of new media such as virtual exhibits, artifact databases, and podcasts. UCF students will preserve and interpret the past at this site, using emerging audio, video, and digital technologies to create engaging, interactive exhibits and programming. The UCF Public History Center will foster a closer connection between the community and the university's innovative research projects, encouraging greater public engagement with this region's history."
creator: Seminole County Public Schools
source: UCF Public History Center 301 West Seventh Street Sanford, Florida 32771
format: application/http
language: eng
type: Website
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Sanford Museum
subject: Sanford, Henry S. (Henry Shelton), 1823-1891
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Museums--Florida
description: According to its website, "The Sanford Museum houses exhibits illustrating the history of the City of Sanford and the life and times of City founder Henry S. Sanford. Built as a memorial to Henry Shelton Sanford, the museum houses his library and manuscript collection as well as a collection of 19th century decorative arts which belonged to the Sanford family. Henry S. Sanford, 1823-1891, was a lawyer, diplomat, and innovator in the production of citrus. His papers reflect his entire career and contain information on diplomatic matters and business during the Victorian age. His library contains books and magazines in seven languages which cover law, politics, religion, science, and popular fiction. Expanded in 1973 and in 1993, the museum serves as a repository for the city's history. Research collections are available to the public."
creator: City of Sanford, Florida
source: Sanford Museum 520 East First Street Sanford, Florida 32771
format: application/http
language: eng
type: Website
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Memorandum by Chase & Company (April 8, 1924)
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Agriculture--Florida
subject: Citrus fruit industry--California
description: An original memorandum written by representatives from Chase & Company. The memo highlights issues that the Florida Citrus Exchange experienced during the 1923-1924 season, including competition between the citrus industries in California and Florida, issues with color-added products, and establishing market regulations for the citrus industry. Chase & Company was established by Joshua Chase and his brother Sydney in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century.
creator: Chase & Company
source: Original memorandum by Chase & Company, April 8, 1924: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.54, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Orlando, Florida
coverage: California

Letter from Sydney Chase, Jr., to Sydney Chase, Sr. and Joshua Chase (June 13, 1933)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Agriculture--Florida
description: An original letter of correspondence written by Sydney Chase, Jr. to other Chase & Company business partners and family members. The letter summarizes a meeting Sydney, Jr. attended relating to the marketing and selling of citrus products throughout the United States. The marketing strategies described throughout the meeting pertained not only to the state of Florida, but to other farmers and growers throughout the nation. Techniques included the overseeing of shipments to different markets by a government inspector and the use of an innovative teletype machine. Between the years of 1932 and 1933, growers in the Florida citrus industry faced controversy in attempting to regulate the shipment and selling of its products. Chase & Company was established by Joshua Chase and his brother Sydney in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century.
creator: Chase, Sydney
source: Original letter from Sydney Chase, Jr., to Sydney Chase, Sr. and Joshua Chase, June 13, 1933: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.49, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Asheville, North Carolina
coverage: Germantown, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
coverage: Orlando, Florida
coverage: Australia
coverage: Lake County, Florida

Gertrude Sanford Picking Oranges at Belair Grove
subject: Lake Mary (Fla.)
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Agriculture--Florida
description: Henry Shelton Sanford's daughter, Gertrude Sanford, at Belair Grove in 1891. In 1870, Henry Shelton Sanford purchased 23 square acres of land known as the Sanford Grant. The acreage included an experiment station called Belair located just three miles southwest of the city named after Sanford. By 1889, Sanford extended his land purchase to 145 acres and contained mainly orange and lemon trees. In Belair alone, Sanford introduced over 140 varieties of citrus plants. All were tested to determine if Florida citrus growers could introduce new varieties into the growing citrus market. Sanford also grew exotic plants acquired from Central and South America, many of which survived the 1886 freeze. Sanford mainly used Belair as his own experiment station, but ultimately the findings and reports would be used by other citrus growers throughout Florida. He made his last trip to Belair Grove during the winter of 1890-1891. Most of Sanford's visit was spent in Charles Armory's vacation home because of his poor health. This photograph and several others were taken of Sanford and his family to commemorate his last visit to Belair Grove. Sanford, along with his wife and daughter, left Florida in mid-May. Just days later, Sanford died on May 21, 1891, in Healing Springs, Virginia. Gertrude sold the property to the Chase Brothers shortly after her husband's death.
creator: Ensminger Bros.
source: Original black and white photograph by Ensminger Bros., 1891: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder 3.3B, item CC93, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Bros.
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image
coverage: Lake Mary, Florida

Sanford Family at Belair Grove
subject: Orange growers--Florida
subject: Lake Mary (Fla.)
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Sanford, Henry S. (Henry Shelton), 1823-1891
subject: Agriculture--Florida
description: Henry S. Sanford with and his wife, Gertrude Dupuy Sanford, and daughter, Gertrude Sanford, at Belfair Grove in 1891. In 1870, Henry Shelton Sanford purchased 23 square acres of land known as the Sanford Grant. The acreage included an experiment station called Belair located just three miles southwest of the city named after Sanford. By 1889, Sanford extended his land purchase to 145 acres and contained mainly orange and lemon trees. In Belair alone, Sanford introduced over 140 varieties of citrus plants. All were tested to determine if Florida citrus growers could introduce new varieties into the growing citrus market. Sanford also grew exotic plants acquired from Central and South America, many of which survived the 1886 freeze. Sanford mainly used Belair as his own experiment station, but ultimately the findings and reports would be used by other citrus growers throughout Florida. He made his last trip to Belair Grove during the winter of 1890-1891. Most of Sanford's visit was spent in Charles Armory's vacation home because of his poor health. This photograph and several others were taken of Sanford and his family to commemorate his last visit to Belair Grove. Sanford, along with his wife and daughter, left Florida in mid-May. Just days later, Sanford died on May 21, 1891, in Healing Springs, Virginia. Gertrude sold the property to the Chase Brothers shortly after her husband's death.
creator: Ensminger Bros.
source: Original black and white photograph by Ensminger Bros., 1891: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder 3.3B, item CC91, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Bros.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Lake Mary, Florida

Southeast Corner of Belair Grove Looking North
subject: Lake Mary (Fla.)
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Agriculture--Florida
description: Young trees at Belair Grove in 1897. In 1870, Henry Shelton Sanford purchased 12,547.15 square acres of land known as the Sanford Grant. The acreage included an experiment station called Belair Grove, located just three miles southwest of the city named after Sanford. By 1889, Sanford extended his land purchase to 145 acres and contained mainly orange and lemon trees. In Belair alone, Sanford introduced over 140 varieties of citrus plants. All were tested to determine if Florida citrus growers could introduce new varieties into the growing citrus market. Sanford also grew exotic plants acquired from Central and South America, many of which survived the 1886 freeze. Sanford mainly used Belair as his own experiment station, but ultimately the findings and reports would be used by other citrus growers throughout Florida. Eventually, following Sanford's death in 1891, his wife, Gertrude Sanford, sold Belair to Sydney and Joshua Chase. In 1894 and 1895, Central Florida was hit by several freezes and most of the citrus crop was destroyed. In many cases, frozen oranges fell off the trees because the weakened branches could not support the heavier fruit. Chase & Company did not grow citrus crops again until 1904 when Joshua came back from an extended stay in California.
creator: Ensminger Bros.
source: Original black and white photograph by Ensminger Bros., October 28, 1897: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder 3.3B, item CC88, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Bros.
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image
coverage: Lake Mary, Florida

Southeast Corner of Belair Grove Looking Northwest
subject: Lake Mary (Fla.)
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Agriculture--Florida
description: Belair Grove in 1897. In 1870, Henry Shelton Sanford purchased 12,547.15 square acres of land known as the Sanford Grant. The acreage included an experiment station called Belair Grove, located just three miles southwest of the city named after Sanford. By 1889, Sanford extended his land purchase to 145 acres and contained mainly orange and lemon trees. In Belair alone, Sanford introduced over 140 varieties of citrus plants. All were tested to determine if Florida citrus growers could introduce new varieties into the growing citrus market. Sanford also grew exotic plants acquired from Central and South America, many of which survived the 1886 freeze. Sanford mainly used Belair as his own experiment station, but ultimately the findings and reports would be used by other citrus growers throughout Florida. Eventually, following Sanford's death in 1891, his wife, Gertrude Sanford, sold Belair to Sydney and Joshua Chase. In 1894 and 1895, Central Florida was hit by several freezes and most of the citrus crop was destroyed. In many cases, frozen oranges fell off the trees because the weakened branches could not support the heavier fruit. Chase & Company did not grow citrus crops again until 1904 when Joshua came back from an extended stay in California.
creator: Ensminger Bros.
source: Original black and white photograph by Ensminger Bros., October 28, 1897: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder 3.3CB, item CC87, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Bros.
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image
coverage: Lake Mary, Florida

Original Orange Seedling at Belair Grove
subject: Lake Mary (Fla.)
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Agriculture--Florida
subject: Orange trees
description: Original orange seedling planted by Henry Sanford at Belair Grove. In 1870, Henry Shelton Sanford purchased 23 square acres of land known as the Sanford Grant. The acreage included an experiment station called Belair located just three miles southwest of the city named after Sanford. By 1889, Sanford extended his land purchase to 145 acres and contained mainly orange and lemon trees. In Belair alone, Sanford introduced over 140 varieties of citrus plants. All were tested to determine if Florida citrus growers could introduce new varieties into the growing citrus market. Sanford also grew exotic plants acquired from Central and South America, many of which survived the 1886 freeze, including the camellia bushes. Sanford mainly used Belair as his own experiment station, but ultimately the findings and reports would be used by other citrus growers throughout Florida. Eventually, Sanford handed over the operations of Belair to Sydney and Joshua Chase. In 1894 and 1895, Central Florida was hit by several freezes and most of the citrus crop was destroyed. Chase & Company did not grow citrus crops again until 1904 when Joshua came back from an extended stay in California. When Sydney Chase died in 1941, the family-operated company was handed down to his sons, Sydney Chase, Jr., Randall Chase, and Franklin Chase.
creator: Chase & Company
source: Original black and white photograph by Chase & Company, January 1953: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder 3.3C, item CC83, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Lake Mary, Florida

Randall Chase at Belair Grove
subject: Lake Mary (Fla.)
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Camellias
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Agriculture--Florida
description: Randall Chase, son of Sydney Chase, examining a camellia bush at Belair Grove. In 1870, Henry Shelton Sanford purchased 23 square acres of land known as the Sanford Grant. The acreage included an experiment station called Belair located just three miles southwest of the city named after Sanford. By 1889, Sanford extended his land purchase to 145 acres and contained mainly orange and lemon trees. In Belair alone, Sanford introduced over 140 varieties of citrus plants. All were tested to determine if Florida citrus growers could introduce new varieties into the growing citrus market. Sanford also grew exotic plants acquired from Central and South America, many of which survived the 1886 freeze, including the camellia bushes. Sanford mainly used Belair as his own experiment station, but ultimately the findings and reports would be used by other citrus growers throughout Florida. Eventually, Sanford handed over the operations of Belair to Sydney and Joshua Chase. In 1894 and 1895, Central Florida was hit by several freezes and most of the citrus crop was destroyed. Chase & Company did not grow citrus crops again until 1904 when Joshua came back from an extended stay in California. When Sydney Chase died in 1941, the family-operated company was handed down to his sons, Sydney Chase, Jr., Randall Chase, and Franklin Chase.
creator: Chase & Company
source: Original black and white photograph by Chase & Company, January 1953: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder 3.3C, item CC82, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Lake Mary, Florida

Man at Belair Grove After Freeze
subject: Lake Mary (Fla.)
subject: Sanford, Henry S. (Henry Shelton), 1823-1891
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Agriculture--Florida
subject: Freezes (Meteorology)--Florida
description: Belair Grove after the Great Freeze of 1885-1886. Henry Sanford made his last trip to Belair Grove during the winter of 1890-1891. Most of Sanford's visit was spent in Charles Armory's vacation home because of his poor health. This photograph and several others were taken of Sanford and his family to commemorate his last visit to Belair Grove. Sanford along with his wife and daughter left Florida in mid-May. Just days later Sanford died on May 21, 1891, in Healing Springs, Virginia. In 1870, Henry Shelton Sanford purchased 12,547.15 square acres of land, known as the Sanford Grant. The acreage included an experiment station called Belair Grove, located just three miles southwest of the city named after Sanford. By 1889, Sanford extended his land purchase to 145 acres and contained mainly orange and lemon trees. In Belair alone, Sanford introduced over 140 varieties of citrus plants. All were tested to determine if Florida citrus growers could introduce new varieties into the growing citrus market. Sanford also grew exotic plants acquired from Central and South America, many of which survived the 1886 freeze. Sanford mainly used Belair as his own experiment station, but ultimately the findings and reports would be used by other citrus growers throughout Florida. Eventually, following Sanford's death in 1891, his wife, Gertrude Sanford, handed over the operations of Belair to Sydney and Joshua Chase.
creator: Ensminger Bros.
source: Original black and white photograph by Ensminger Bros., January 10, 1886: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder 3.3A, item CC84, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Bros.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Lake Mary, Florida

Belair Grove After Freeze
subject: Lake Mary (Fla.)
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Agriculture--Florida
subject: Freezes (Meteorology)--Florida
description: Belair Grove after the Freeze of 1894-1895.In 1870, Henry Shelton Sanford purchased 12,547.15 square acres of land known as the Sanford Grant. The acreage included an experiment station called Belair Grove, located just three miles southwest of the city named after Sanford. By 1889, Sanford extended his land purchase to 145 acres and contained mainly orange and lemon trees. In Belair alone, Sanford introduced over 140 varieties of citrus plants. All were tested to determine if Florida citrus growers could introduce new varieties into the growing citrus market. Sanford also grew exotic plants acquired from Central and South America, many of which survived the 1886 freeze. Sanford mainly used Belair as his own experiment station, but ultimately the findings and reports would be used by other citrus growers throughout Florida. Eventually, following Sanford's death in 1891, his wife, Gertrude Sanford, sold Belair to Sydney and Joshua Chase. In 1894 and 1895, Central Florida was hit by several freezes and most of the citrus crop was destroyed. In many cases, frozen oranges fell off the trees because the weakened branches could not support the heavier fruit. Chase & Company did not grow citrus crops again until 1904 when Joshua came back from an extended stay in California.
creator: Chase & Company
source: Original black and white photograph by Chase & Company, January 10, 1895: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder 3.3A, item CC92, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Lake Mary, Florida

Henry Sanford's Wife at Belair Grove
subject: Lake Mary (Fla.)
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Agriculture--Florida
subject: Sanford, Henry S. (Henry Shelton), 1823-1891
description: Gertrude Dupuy Sanford, the wife of Henry Shelton Sanford, at Belair Grove in 1891. The royal palm in the photograph survived the Freeze of 1886, but died in the Freeze of 1894-1895. Henry Sanford made his last trip to Belair Grove during the winter of 1890-1891. Most of Sanford's visit was spent in Charles Armory's vacation home because of his poor health. This photograph and several others were taken of Sanford and his family to commemorate his last visit to Belair Grove. Sanford along with his wife and daughter left Florida in mid-May. Just days later Sanford died on May 21, 1891, in Healing Springs, Virginia. In 1870, Henry Shelton Sanford purchased 12,547.15 square acres of land, known as the Sanford Grant. The acreage included an experiment station called Belair Grove, located just three miles southwest of the city named after Sanford. By 1889, Sanford extended his land purchase to 145 acres and contained mainly orange and lemon trees. In Belair alone, Sanford introduced over 140 varieties of citrus plants. All were tested to determine if Florida citrus growers could introduce new varieties into the growing citrus market. Sanford also grew exotic plants acquired from Central and South America, many of which survived the 1886 freeze. Sanford mainly used Belair as his own experiment station, but ultimately the findings and reports would be used by other citrus growers throughout Florida. Eventually, following Sanford's death in 1891, his wife, Gertrude Sanford, handed over the operations of Belair to Sydney and Joshua Chase.
creator: Ensminger Bros.
source: Original black and white photograph by Ensminger Bros., 1891: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder 3.3A, item CC90, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Bros.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Lake Mary, Florida

Henry Sanford's Daughter at Belair Grove
subject: Lake Mary (Fla.)
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Agriculture--Florida
subject: Sanford, Henry S. (Henry Shelton), 1823-1891
description: Gertrude Sanford, the daughter of Henry Shelton Sanford, at Belair Grove in 1891. Henry Sanford made his last trip to Belair Grove during the winter of 1890-1891. Most of Sanford's visit was spent in Charles Armory's vacation home because of his poor health. This photograph and several others were taken of Sanford and his family to commemorate his last visit to Belair Grove. Sanford along with his wife and daughter left Florida in mid-May. Just days later Sanford died on May 21, 1891, in Healing Springs, Virginia. In 1870, Henry Shelton Sanford purchased 12,547.15 square acres of land, known as the Sanford Grant. The acreage included an experiment station called Belair Grove, located just three miles southwest of the city named after Sanford. By 1889, Sanford extended his land purchase to 145 acres and contained mainly orange and lemon trees. In Belair alone, Sanford introduced over 140 varieties of citrus plants. All were tested to determine if Florida citrus growers could introduce new varieties into the growing citrus market. Sanford also grew exotic plants acquired from Central and South America, many of which survived the 1886 freeze. Sanford mainly used Belair as his own experiment station, but ultimately the findings and reports would be used by other citrus growers throughout Florida. Eventually, following Sanford's death in 1891, his wife, Gertrude Sanford, handed over the operations of Belair to Sydney and Joshua Chase.
creator: Ensminger Bros.
source: Original black and white photograph by Ensminger Bros., 1891: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder 3.3A, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
publisher: Ensminger Bros.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Lake Mary, Florida

Belair Lodge
subject: Lake Mary (Fla.)
subject: Sanford, Henry S. (Henry Shelton), 1823-1891
subject: Lodging-houses--United States
subject: Houses
description: The Belair home of Henry Sanford and family sometime before 1925. In 1870, Henry Shelton Sanford purchased 23 square acres of land known as the Sanford Grant. The acreage included an experiment station called Belair located just three miles southwest of the city named after Sanford. By 1889, Sanford extended his land purchase to 145 acres and contained mainly orange and lemon trees. In Belair alone, Sanford introduced over 140 varieties of citrus plants. All were tested to determine if Florida citrus growers could introduce new varieties into the growing citrus market. Sanford also grew exotic plants acquired from Central and South America, many of which survived the 1886 freeze. Sanford mainly used Belair as his own experiment station, but ultimately the findings and reports would be used by other citrus growers throughout Florida. Eventually, Sanford handed over the operations of Belair to Sydney and Joshua Chase. By 1912, the brothers established the Chase Investment Company. The lodge located at Belair was built in 1888 and was destroyed in a fire in 1925.
creator: Chase & Company
source: Original black and white photograph by Chase & Company: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder 3.3A, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Lake Mary, Florida

Letter from Randall Chase to Sydney Chase (May 12, 1925)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Celery industry
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence written by Randall Chase to his father and Chase & Company business partner Sydney Chase. Topics discussed in the letter include the marketing of the Sunniland brand, selling celery, and company shipments. Chase & Company was established by Joshua Chase and his brother Sydney in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century. Randall Chase joined in the family business soon after his brother, Sydney Chase, Jr., did in 1922. Randall became the president of Chase & Company from 1948-1965.
creator: Chase, Randall
source: Original letter from Randall Chase to Sydney Chase, May 12, 1925: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.48, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Orlando, Florida

Letter from Randall Chase to Joshua Coffin Chase, Sydney Octavius Chase, Sr., William A. Leffler, and Sydney Octavius Chase, Jr. (January 9, 1934)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Mowry, Harold
subject: Camp, A. F. (Arthur Forrest), 1896-
subject: Organic fertilizer
subject: Zinc sulphate
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Gainesville (Fla.)
subject: Jacksonville (Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence from Randall Chase to Joshua Coffin Chase, Sydney Octavius Chase, Sr., William A. Leffler, and Sydney Octavius Chase, Jr. A portion of the letter discusses Harold Mowry and Arthur Forrest Camp's experiments using zinc sulphate on soil to help absorb fertilizers. In 1934, Mowry and Camp wrote a detailed report on their findings called, A Preliminary Report of Zinc Sulphate as a Corrective for Bronzing of Tung Trees. Other topics discussed in the letter include issues surrounding packaging and shipments in the Florida citrus industry and innovative cooling systems used to ship fruits and vegetables out of Jacksonville. Chase & Company was established in 1884 by brothers Sydney Octavius Chase and Joshua Coffin Chase. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century. Randall Chase joined in the family business soon after his brother, Sydney Chase, Jr., did in 1922. Randall became the president of Chase & Company from 1948-1965.
creator: Chase, Randall
source: Original letter from Randall Chase to Joshua Coffin Chase, Sydney Octavius Chase, Sr., William A. Leffler, and Sydney Octavius Chase, Jr., January 9, 1934: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.48, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Gainesville, Florida
coverage: Jacksonville, Florida
coverage: Washington, D.C.
coverage: New York

Letter from Randall Chase to Sydney Chase, Joshua Chase, Sydney Chase, Jr., and William A. Leffler (November 9, 1935)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Citrus--Florida
subject: Florida Citrus Commission
subject: Oranges--Florida
subject: Holland, Spessard L. (Spessard Lindsey), 1892-1971
subject: Lakeland (Fla.)
subject: Celery
description: An original letter of correspondence between Randall Chase and a group of business partners from Chase & Company. A portion of the letter discusses the issue surrounding Florida citrus growers and coloring adding. The color-added process involved spraying oranges with edible food coloring to make the citrus products more appealing to consumers. Similar coloring was used in butter, ice cream, and candy. In 1936, L.P. Kirkland, mentioned in the letter, wrote an article for the Florida State Horticultural Society entitled, "The 'Color Added' Situation." According to the letter and the report Kirkland wrote, he and other Florida citrus growers supported coloring their oranges since consumers usually associated oranges with the color added stamp with a higher quality product. Other topics discussed in the letter include information collected during a citrus meeting in Lakeland regarding the Federal Marketing Agreement, and the disagreement between Florida citrus growers and Chase & Company Sales Manager, W.H. Mouser, on increasing the unit of sale of citrus products in New York City. Chase & Company was established by Joshua Chase and his brother Sydney in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century. Randall Chase joined in the family business soon after his brother, Sydney Chase, Jr., did in 1922. Randall became the president of Chase & Company from 1948-1965.
creator: Chase, Randall
source: Original letter from Randall Chase to Sydney Chase, Joshua Chase, Sydney Chase, Jr., and William A. Leffler, November 9, 1935: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.48, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Lakeland, Florida
coverage: Fort Myers, Florida
coverage: California
coverage: New York
coverage: Washington, D.C.

Letter from Randall Chase to Sydney Chase (October 29, 1936)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Citrus --Florida
subject: Oranges--Florida
subject: Wabasso (Fla.)
subject: Quincy (Fla.)
subject: Vero Beach (Fla.)
subject: Fort Pierce (Fla.)
subject: Nocatee (Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence written by Randall Chase to his father and Chase & Company business partner Sydney Chase. A portion of the letter includes information about Chase & Company's involvement at Wabasso Grove, Vero Beach, and Fort Pierce. Other topics mentioned include color added treatments, and tangerine and orange production. Chase & Company was established by Joshua Chase and his brother Sydney in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century. Randall Chase joined in the family business soon after his brother, Sydney Chase, Jr., did in 1922. Randall became the president of Chase & Company from 1948-1965.
creator: Chase, Randall
source: Original letter from Randall Chase to Sydney Chase, October 29, 1936: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.48, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Asheville, North Carolina
coverage: Wabasso, Florida
coverage: Melbourne, Florida
coverage: Vero Beach, Florida
coverage: Fort Pierce, Florida
coverage: Nocatee, Florida
coverage: Winter Haven, Florida
coverage: Lakeland, Florida

Letter from Randall Chase to Sydney Chase, Joshua Chase, and Sydney Chase, Jr. (December 28, 1936)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Lakeland (Fla.)
subject: Citrus--Florida
subject: Grapefruit
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence written by Randall Chase to his father and Chase & Company business partner Sydney Chase. The letter discusses the troubles the Florida citrus industry faced in 1936 in selling grapefruit to its fullest potential. Randall Chase participated in a meeting where citrus growers identified the production and merchandising issues they faced when selling grapefruit. In that same year, a W .C. Daniells of Eustis wrote an article entitled, "The Plight of Grapefruit." In the article, Daniells stressed citrus growers and producers in Florida to start advertising the importance of grapefruit to a healthy life. Chase & Company was established by the brothers in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century. Randall Chase joined in the family business soon after his brother, Sydney Chase, Jr., did in 1922. Randall became the president of Chase & Company from 1948-1965.
creator: Chase, Randall
source: Original letter from Randall Chase to Sydney Chase, Joshua Chase, and Sydney Chase, Jr., December 28, 1936: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.48, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Lakeland, Florida
coverage: Lake Wales, Florida
coverage: Leesburg, Florida
coverage: Tallahasse, Florida
coverage: Washington, D.C.

Letter from Sydney Chase to Joshua Chase (January 11, 1927)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Celery industry
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Freezes (Meteorology)--Florida--History
description: An original letter of correspondence between brothers and business partners Sydney Octavius Chase and Joshua Coffin Chase. The letter contains information about the Federated Fruit & Vegetable Association of America and how growers from the West Coast were urged to join the organizations. Sydney also includes information about cold weather conditions and what needs to be done to certain Chase & Company groves. Chase & Company was established by Joshua Chase and his brother Sydney in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Joshua Coffin Chase, January 11, 1927: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.46, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Orlando, Florida
coverage: Tampa, Florida
coverage: Manatee County, Florida
coverage: Jacksonville, Florida
coverage: Arcadia, Florida

Letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Joshua Coffin Chase (March 2, 1927)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Agriculture--Florida
subject: Packing-houses--United States
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Train wrecks
description: An original letter of correspondence between brothers and business partners Sydney Octavius Chase and Joshua Coffin Chase. Topics discussed in the letter include accounts of a wreck involving a train pulling refrigerator cars carrying Seald-Sweet oranges, information about various packinghouses in Florida, and information about the Railroad Commission. Chase & Company was established by Joshua Chase and his brother Sydney in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Joshua Coffin Chase, March 2, 1927: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.46, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Orlando, Florida
coverage: Jacksonville, Florida
coverage: Buffalo Bluff, Satsuma, Florida
coverage: Crescent City, Florida
coverage: Hammond, New Smyrna Beach, Florida
coverage: De Leon Springs, Florida
coverage: Beresford, DeLand, Florida

Letter from Sydney Chase to Joshua Chase (August 26, 1927)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Florida Citrus Exchange
subject: Clearing houses
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence between brothers and business partners Sydney Octavius Chase and Joshua Coffin Chase. Topics discussed in the letter include the proposed creation of a Clearing House organization led by Chase & Company, and the brothers' reaction to Archie Pratt's, chairman of the Florida Citrus Exchange, comments on the matter. Sydney also enclosed a copy a letter from Joshua address to Pratt on August 21, 1927. Chase & Company was established by the brothers in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century. The Florida Citrus Exchange was founded by a group of growers on June 21, 1909 to help improve production of citrus in the state. Members shared facilities and helped establish operation and shipping standards. Both Sydney and Joshua Chase were hesitant to join the Exchange because they did not want to jeopardize the business they had successfully managed. Chase & Company eventually became a part of the Exchange, but backed out three years later.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Joshua Coffin Chase, August 26, 1927: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.46, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Camden, Maine
coverage: Orlando, Florida

Letter from Sydney Chase to Joshua Chase (August 29, 1927)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Federal Trade Commission (U.S.)
subject: Florida Citrus Exchange
subject: Tung oil industry--United States
subject: Gainesville (Fla.)
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Polk County (Fla.)
subject: Winter Haven (Fla.)
subject: Haines City (Fla.)
subject: Orange County (Fla.)
subject: Crescent City (Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence between brothers and business partners Sydney Octavius Chase and Joshua Coffin Chase. The letter contains information about an interview Sydney and other members of the Florida Citrus Exchange had with a Mr. Edward Fisher, an examiner from the Federal Trade Commission. The topic of discussion between the group of men related to the Florida Citrus Exchange's methods in marketing in comparison to independent marketing campaigns. Sydney also recounts a trip through Gainesville, Florida, to inspect tung oil groves. Chase & Company was established by the brothers in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century. The Florida Citrus Exchange was founded by a group of growers on June 21, 1909 to help improve production of citrus in the state. Members shared facilities and helped establish operation and shipping standards. Both Sydney and Joshua Chase were hesitant to join the Exchange because they did not want to jeopardize the business they had successfully managed. Chase & Company eventually became a part of the Exchange, but backed out three years later.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Joshua Coffin Chase, August 29, 1927: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.46, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Camden, Maine
coverage: Orlando, Florida
coverage: Washington, D.C.
coverage: Winter Haven, Florida
coverage: Haines City, Florida
coverage: Gainesville, Florida
coverage: Crescent City, Florida
coverage: Ocala, Florida
coverage: Leesburg, Florida
coverage: Isleworth, Winderemere, Florida

Letter from Sydney Chase to Joshua Chase (September 2, 1927)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Camden (Me.)
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Celery industry
subject: Banks and banking--Florida
description: An original letter of correspondence between brothers and business partners Sydney Octavius Chase and Joshua Coffin Chase. Topics discussed in the letter include information about Chase & Company operations, the company's status on growing celery, and the controversy surrounding the Seminole County Bank and its founder, politician Forrest Lake. By the 1890s, Lake became known as a local politician in Sanford, Florida, and later became a member of state government. He was charged with bank fraud in 1928 and was forced to close the Seminole County Bank. Chase & Company was established by Joshua Chase and his brother Sydney in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Joshua Coffin Chase, September 2, 1927: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.46, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Camden, Maine

Letter from Sydney Chase to Joshua Chase (February 18, 1928)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Florida Citrus Exchange
subject: Penney Farms (Fla.)
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Winter Park (Fla.)
subject: Lee County (Fla.)
subject: Arcadia (Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence between brothers and business partners Sydney Octavius Chase and Joshua Coffin Chase. Topics discussed in the letter include information about an annual banquet held at Penney Farms, and other information about members of the Florida Citrus Exchange including L. W. Tilden and Earl Work. Chase & Company was established by the brothers in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales.Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century. The Florida Citrus Exchange was founded by a group of growers on June 21, 1909 to help improve production of citrus in the state. Members shared facilities and helped establish operation and shipping standards. Both Sydney and Joshua Chase were hesitant to join the Exchange because they did not want to jeopardize the business they had successfully managed. Chase & Company eventually became a part of the Exchange, but backed out three years later.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Joshua Coffin Chase, February 18, 1928: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.46, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Orlando, Florida
coverage: Winter Park, Florida
coverage: Pierce, Florida
coverage: Penney Farms, Florida
coverage: Arcadia, Florida

Letter from Sydney Chase to Joshua Chase (March 17, 1928)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Florida Citrus Exchange
description: An original letter of correspondence between brothers and business partners Sydney Octavius Chase and Joshua Coffin Chase. The letter contains information about W. J. Lee, an agent in the Florida Citrus Clearinghouse, and his motive for other Florida agents to use content in a recently printed newspaper article to interest potential customers. Sydney's disapproval on the matter and the need for the Exchange's chairman, Archie M. Pratt, to be the sole person making decisions for all Florida agents is also discussed in the letter. Carbon copies of Sydney's letter to Lee and Lee's letter to all Florida agents were also enclosed. Chase & Company was established by the brothers in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was established by the brothers in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century. The Florida Citrus Exchange was founded by a group of growers on June 21, 1909 to help improve production of citrus in the state. Members shared facilities and helped establish operation and shipping standards. Both Sydney and Joshua Chase were hesitant to join the Exchange because they did not want to jeopardize the business they had successfully managed. Chase & Company eventually became a part of the Exchange, but backed out three years later. In 1928, Pratt operated and managed the Florida Citrus Clearinghouse.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Joshua Coffin Chase, March 17, 1928: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.46, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Orlando, Florida
coverage: Frostproof, Florida

Letter from Sydney Chase to Joshua Chase (March 27, 1928)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Wabasso (Fla.)
subject: Quincy (Fla.)
subject: Guava
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence between brothers and business partners Sydney Octavius Chase and Joshua Coffin Chase. Topics discussed in the letter include Eli Walker (the "Granddaddy of the citrus business" in the Vero and Wabasso area of Florida); Chase & Company's acquisition of more land in Orlando and the McNiff Grove in Wabasso, Florida; Sydney's suggestion on obtaining citrus land near Quincy, Florida; and his observations on guava plants. Chase & Company was established by Joshua Chase and his brother Sydney in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century. By 1886, the Chase brothers purchased several citrus groves to expand their business, including Isleworth Grove.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Joshua Coffin Chase, March 27, 1928: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.46, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Orlando, Florida
coverage: Vero Beach, Florida
coverage: Wabasso, Florida
coverage: Quincy, Florida
coverage: Thonotosassa, Florida

Letter from Sydney Chase to Joshua Chase (March 31, 1928)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Penney, J. C.(James Cash), 1875-1971
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence between brothers and business partners Sydney Octavius Chase and Joshua Coffin Chase. Topics discussed in the letter include Sydney's reaction to a Florida Times-Union article about agricultural businesses in Florida and how he disagrees with a "Mr. Penny" in establishing similarities between non-perishable and perishable items. The Mr. Penny mentioned in the letter is likely James C. Penney, the founder of the JCPenney department store. Penney also founded Penney Farms in 1924, an experimental farm located in Clay County, Florida. Chase &Company was established by the brothers in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was established by Joshua Chase and his brother Sydney in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century. By 1886, the Chase brothers purchased several citrus groves to expand their business, including Isleworth Grove.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Joshua Coffin Chase, March 31, 1928: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.46, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sanford, Florida
coverage: Orlando, Florida

Letter from Sydney Chase to Joshua Chase (October 19, 1928)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Florida Citrus Exchange
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Agriculture--Florida--Orange County
description: An original letter of correspondence between brothers and business partners Sydney Octavius Chase and Joshua Coffin Chase. The letter discusses a variety of topics, including Sydney's response to an article in The Tampa Tribune about the relationship between the citrus industry and the Florida Citrus Exchange. Chase & Company was established by the brothers in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century. The Florida Citrus Exchange was founded by a group of growers on June 21, 1909 to help improve production of citrus in the state. Members shared facilities and helped establish operation and shipping standards. Both Sydney and Joshua Chase were hesitant to join the Exchange because they did not want to jeopardize the business they had successfully managed. Chase & Company eventually became a part of the Exchange, but backed out three years later.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Joshua Coffin Chase, October 19, 1928: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.46, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Asheville, North Carolina
coverage: Tampa, Florida

Letter from Sydney Chase to Joshua Chase (October 18, 1928)
subject: Chase, Sydney Octavius, 1860-1941
subject: Chase, Joshua Coffin, 1858-1948
subject: Southern Railway (U.S.)
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Chase and Company (Sanford, Fla.)
subject: Asheville (N.C.)
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
description: An original letter of correspondence between brothers and business partners Sydney Octavius Chase and Joshua Coffin Chase. Topics discussed in the letter include information on the family's annual move back to Sanford, Florida, from Asheville, North Carolina; the Southern Railway; and discounts on oranges. Chase & Company was established by Joshua Chase and his brother Sydney in 1884. The company sold insurance and later invested in storage facilities and fertilizer sales. Chase & Company was known mainly for its agricultural interests and maintained a series of citrus groves throughout Central Florida. The company was based out of Sanford and became one of the city's largest employers into the early twentieth century. By 1886, the Chase brothers purchased several citrus groves to expand their business, including Isleworth Grove.
creator: Chase, Sydney Octavius
source: Original letter from Sydney Octavius Chase to Joshua Coffin Chase, October 18, 1928: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 3, folder 13.46, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Asheville, North Carolina
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Men Clearing Land at Hole 3 Fairway
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Golf--Florida
subject: Golf courses--Florida
description: Workers are seen clearing land from the position of the tee at the Sanford Country Club and Golf Course in 1922. The land for the club and course was originally purchased as a portion of a 20,000-acre tract by General Joseph Finegan for $40. In 1870, Henry Sanford purchased the tract and sold some of it in 1878 to Charles Amory. In 1922, the city of Sanford bought 152-acres to design and construct a municipal 18-hole golf course. The course opened in October of 1922 with only four holes available for playing. The remainder of the golf course was opened in September of 1924. From the year 1927-1939, the golf course and country club experienced once of its most successful periods, seen some of golf's greatest athletes such as Gene Sarazen and Walter Hagen. The club, for a time, saw a state of disrepair and depression. For a short time, the club became the Seminole County Club after renovation in 1945. Then, in the late 1940s, the New York Giants received the Mayfair Inn for Spring training which allowed them to take control of the golf course. This led to the most prosperous period of the golf course and country club becoming a part of the PGA tour between 1955 to 1957, seeing players like Arnold Palmer tee-off on the course. Now called the Mayfair Country Club, the club and golf course is located at 3536 Country Club Road in Sanford, Florida.
creator: Chase & Company
source: Original 3 x 5 inch black and white photograph by Chase & Company, 1922: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder Sanford Country Club and Golf Course, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Hole 9 Looking Towards Green From Center of Fairway
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Golf--Florida
subject: Golf courses--Florida
description: Center of the fairway facing the direction of the green at the Sanford Country Club and Golf Course in 1922. The land for the club and course was originally purchased as a portion of a 20,000-acre tract by General Joseph Finegan for $40. In 1870, Henry Sanford purchased the tract and sold some of it in 1878 to Charles Amory. In 1922, the city of Sanford bought 152-acres to design and construct a municipal 18-hole golf course. The course opened in October of 1922 with only four holes available for playing. The remainder of the golf course was opened in September of 1924. From the year 1927-1939, the golf course and country club experienced once of its most successful periods, seen some of golf's greatest athletes such as Gene Sarazen and Walter Hagen. The club, for a time, saw a state of disrepair and depression. For a short time, the club became the Seminole County Club after renovation in 1945. Then, in the late 1940s, the New York Giants received the Mayfair Inn for Spring training which allowed them to take control of the golf course. This led to the most prosperous period of the golf course and country club becoming a part of the PGA tour between 1955 to 1957, seeing players like Arnold Palmer tee-off on the course. Now called the Mayfair Country Club, the club and golf course is located at 3536 Country Club Road in Sanford, Florida.
creator: Chase & Company
source: Original 3 x 5 inch black and white photograph by Chase & Company: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder Sanford Country Club and Golf Course, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Hole 7 at Bend Looking Towards Tee
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Golf--Florida
subject: Golf courses--Florida
description: The bend facing the direction of the tee at the Sanford Country Club and Golf Course in 1922. The land for the club and course was originally purchased as a portion of a 20,000-acre tract by General Joseph Finegan for $40. In 1870, Henry Sanford purchased the tract and sold some of it in 1878 to Charles Amory. In 1922, the city of Sanford bought 152-acres to design and construct a municipal 18-hole golf course. The course opened in October of 1922 with only four holes available for playing. The remainder of the golf course was opened in September of 1924. From the year 1927-1939, the golf course and country club experienced once of its most successful periods, seen some of golf's greatest athletes such as Gene Sarazen and Walter Hagen. The club, for a time, saw a state of disrepair and depression. For a short time, the club became the Seminole County Club after renovation in 1945. Then, in the late 1940s, the New York Giants received the Mayfair Inn for Spring training which allowed them to take control of the golf course. This led to the most prosperous period of the golf course and country club becoming a part of the PGA tour between 1955 to 1957, seeing players like Arnold Palmer tee-off on the course. Now called the Mayfair Country Club, the club and golf course is located at 3536 Country Club Road in Sanford, Florida.
creator: Chase & Company
source: Original 3 x 5 inch black and white photograph by Chase & Company, 1922: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder Sanford Country Club and Golf Course, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Oral History of Henry A. Martin
subject: Vietnam War, 1961-1975
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: Oral history of Henry A. Martin's military service during the Vietnam War (1961-1975). Martin was born on July 8, 1941 in Sayre, Pennsylvania. In 1960, he enlisted in the United States Army and served as an Ordinary Engineer. Throughout his military career, Martin served in Italy, Germany, Vietnam, and Korea and achieved the rank of Sergeant First Class. He received the Good Conduct Medal and the Instructor of the Month award. Martin completed his service on July 1, 1981. This oral history interview was conducted by Carmen Carroquino on November 18, 2010 The Vietnam War was a Cold War Era "military conflict". The war was originally waged between Cambodia, Vietnam, and Laos. The United States became involved as a preventive measure to combat communism. The official date of the military conflict is November 1, 1955 and ending in April 1975. The date of the war has been disputed, but a study in 1998 by the Department of Defense definitively put the start of the Vietnam War as November 1, 1955. The first combat military troops 9th Marine Expeditionary Brigade didn't arrive until 1965. With the arrival of the combat troops came the first traditional battles of combat fighting in the war. During the Vietnam War, not only did American military go into battle with and for South Vietnam, the military also trained members of South Vietnam to fight alongside during the war. Peace talks were attempted, with France moderating, beginning on May 10, 1968. These talks were unsuccessful and lasted over three years. The longest battle of the Vietnam War began on January 21, 1968 and didn't end until the U.S. reclaimed Route 9 on April 8, 1968, seventy-seven days later. While the military conflict ended in 1975, it was a long process towards reunification and redevelopment as a country. The conflict left Vietnam in both political and economical ruins. While the U.S. military was fighting overseas, Many American citizens protested the war at home. Demonstrations took place across the c…
creator: Carroquino, Carmen
source: Martin, Henry A.. Interviewed by Carmen Carroquino. UCF Community Veterans History Project, DP0010472 November 18, 2010. Audio record available. UCF Community Veterans History Project, Special Collections and University Archives, University of Central Florida Libraries, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Special Collections and University Archives, University of Central Florida Libraries
contributor: RICHES of Central Florida
format: audio/mp4
language: eng
type: Moving Image
coverage: Sayre, Pennsylvania
coverage: Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
coverage: Rohrgraben, Moorgrund, Germany
coverage: Gia Lai, Vietnam
coverage: Mungyeong, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
coverage: Winter Springs, Florida

Oral History of Charles Lewis Hite
subject: Air Force
subject: Vietnam War, 1961-1975
subject: Persian Gulf War, 1991
subject: Veterans--Florida
subject: Operation Desert Storm, 1991
description: Oral History of Charles Lewis Hite's military service during the Vietnam War (1961-1975) and the Persian Gulf War (1991). Hite was born on March 23, 1947 in Centralia, Illinois. In 1972, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and trained at Blyheville Air Force Base in Blyheville, Arkansas. He served in Thailand during the Vietnam War and then returned back to Blyheville to work as First 2nd LT Radar Navigator. After being promoted to Standardization/Evaluation Radar Navigator, Hite was stationed in various locations: Barksdale Air Force Base near Bossier City, Louisiana; Offutt Air Force Base near Bellevue, Nebraska; Ramstein Air Force Base near Ramstein-Miesenbach, Germany; and MacDill Air Force Base near Tampa, Florida. He also was assigned duties during Operation Desert Storm (1991). Throughout his service, Hite served in various units, including 97th Bomb Wine, 340th Bomb Squadron, 1st Combat Evaluation Group, HQ Strategic Air Command, 7th Air Division, and DET 1 8th Air Force (SAC) Central Command. He achieved the rank of Major and received both the Commendation Medal and the Meritorious Service Medal. Hite left the military on May 31, 1992 and began working at the University of Central Florida. This oral history interview was conducted by Edmund Kallina at the UCF Research Parkway in Orlando, Florida on October 12, 2012. The Vietnam War was a Cold War Era "military conflict". The war was originally waged between Cambodia, Vietnam, and Laos. The United States became involved as a preventive measure to combat communism. The official date of the military conflict is November 1, 1955 and ending in April 1975. The date of the war has been disputed, but a study in 1998 by the Department of Defense definitively put the start of the Vietnam War as November 1, 1955. The first combat military troops 9th Marine Expeditionary Brigade didn't arrive until 1965. With the arrival of the combat troops came the first traditional battles of combat fighting in the war. Durin…
creator: Kallina, Edmund
source: Hite, Charles Lewis. Interviewed by Edmund Kallina. UCF Community Veterans History Project, D0010465. October 12, 2010. Audio/video record available. UCF Community Veterans History Project, Special Collections and University Archives, University of Central Florida Libraries, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Special Collections and University Archives, University of Central Florida Libraries
contributor: RICHES of Central Florida
format: video/mp4
language: eng
type: Moving Image
coverage: Centralia, Illinois
coverage: Blyheville, Arkansas
coverage: Thailand
coverage: Bossier City, Louisiana
coverage: Bellevue, Nebraska
coverage: Ramstein-Miesenbach, Germany
coverage: Tampa, Florida
coverage: Orlando, Florida

Oral History of Paul H. Friedman
subject: Navy
subject: Veterans--Florida
subject: Vietnam War, 1961-1975
subject: Gulf of Tonkin
subject: USS Forrestal (Aircraft carrier)
description: Oral history of Paul H. Friedman's military service in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1961-1975). Friedman was born on August 28, 1946 in Rockway Beach, New York. In 1966, he enlisted in the United States Navy and served in the U.S.S. Forrestal G Division, which engaged in combat operations in the Gulf of Tonkin. Friedman achieved the rank of Petty Officer, 3rd Class. He was injured in the 1967 fire that devastated the Forrestal and killed 134 of his shipmates. Friedman ended his service on November 19, 1967. During his service, he received the National Defense Medal and the Vietnam Service Medal. This oral history interview was conducted by Ettore M. Lanza in Coral Springs, Florida on March 21, 2011. The Vietnam War was a Cold War Era "military conflict". The war was originally waged between Cambodia, Vietnam, and Laos. The United States became involved as a preventive measure to combat communism. The official date of the military conflict is November 1, 1955 and ending in April 1975. The date of the war has been disputed, but a study in 1998 by the Department of Defense definitively put the start of the Vietnam War as November 1, 1955. The first combat military troops 9th Marine Expeditionary Brigade didn't arrive until 1965. With the arrival of the combat troops came the first traditional battles of combat fighting in the war. During the Vietnam War, not only did American military go into battle with and for South Vietnam, the military also trained members of South Vietnam to fight alongside during the war. Peace talks were attempted, with France moderating, beginning on May 10, 1968. These talks were unsuccessful and lasted over three years. The longest battle of the Vietnam War began on January 21, 1968 and didn't end until the U.S. reclaimed Route 9 on April 8, 1968, seventy-seven days later. While the military conflict ended in 1975, it was a long process towards reunification and redevelopment as a country. The conflict left Vietnam in both political and ec…
creator: Lanza, Ettore M.
source: Friedman, Paul H. Interviewed by Ettore M. Lanza. UCF Community Veterans History Project, DP0011885. March 21, 2011. Audio/video record available. UCF Community Veterans History Project, Special Collections and University Archives, University of Central Florida Libraries, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Special Collections and University Archives, University of Central Florida Libraries
contributor: RICHES of Central Florida
format: video/mp4
language: eng
type: Moving Image
coverage: Rockway Beach, New York
coverage: Gulf of Tonkin
coverage: Coral Springs, Florida

Fourth of July Celebration Along Commercial Street in Sanford
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Hotels--Florida
subject: Historical hotels
subject: 4th of July
subject: July Fourth
subject: Independence Day (U.S.)
subject: Fourth of July
description: Fourth of July celebrations along Commercial Street in 1886. The large building on the right is the Sanford House Hotel, which was built by Henry Sanford (1823-1891) with the intent of attracting tourists and providing housing for would-be wealthy settlers to the city of Sanford. The Sanford House Hotel was joined by the Lake Monroe House, a lower-cost alternative geared towards laborers, both of which were completed in 1876. Facing the waterfront, the hotel was located at the intersection of Commercial Street and Palmetto Avenue. The Sanford House Hotel featured three stories - two of which included porches- and enough rooms to serve 150 guests. The hotel's landscaping included flower beds and citrus trees. A boardwalk led visitors straight from $15 to $20 per week. The 1887 fire came very close to the Sanford House, and it was feared that sparks would add it to the destruction. What saved it were wet blankets which were draped from the roof and windows. The Sanford House Hotel was torn down in May of 1920. At the turn of the century, the Sanford House Hotel was the center of all major city events and celebrations. While guide books from the period often included positive reference to the hotel, it failed to attract many visitors. The hotel did not make any profit during its first years of operation. By its third year, the 1879-1880 season, the hotel netted only $800 in profits. The hotel continued to make meager profits for the remainder of the nineteenth century. Nonetheless, it served as a central point of focus during city celebrations during the period.
creator: Chase & Company
source: Original 8.5 x 11 inch black and white photograph by Chase & Company, July 4, 1886: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder 3.30B, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

Steamer Osceola at Dock in Sanford
subject: Steamships
subject: Steamboats--Florida
subject: Travel--History--20th century
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
description: Steamship Osceola at a dock in Sanford sometime between 1913 and 1928. The steamer was built in 1913 at Jacksonville's Merill Stevens Shipyard for the Clyde Line Steamboat Company. The ship was captained by T.W. Lund and ran between Jacksonville and Sanford (a 140 mile trip) and could carry 60 passengers plus cargo. The ship was unusual in its design, with a recessed stern wheel that was enclosed within the hull of the ship. It was tied to an abandoned wharf and left to rot on the Northbank of Jacksonville in 1928.
creator: Chase & Company
source: Original 8.5 x 11 inch black and white photograph by Chase & Company: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder 3.30B, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida

The Hole #5 Fairway at the Sanford Country Club
subject: Sanford (Fla.)
subject: Golf--Florida
subject: Construction
subject: Golf courses--Florida
subject: Country clubs--Florida
description: Construction of Hole #5 at the Sanford Country Club and Golf Course sometime during 1922 and 1924. The land for the course was originally purchased as a portion of a 20,000-acre tract by General Joseph Finegan for $40. In 1870, Henry Sanford purchased the tract and sold some of it in 1878 to Charles Amory. In 1922, the city of Sanford bought 152-acres to design and construct a municipal 18-hole golf course. The course opened in October of 1922 with only four holes available for playing. The remainder of the golf course was opened in September of 1924. From the year 1927-1939, the golf course and country club experienced once of its most successful periods, seen some of golf's greatest athletes such as Gene Sarazen and Walter Hagen. The club, for a time, saw a state of disrepair and depression. For a short time, the club became the Seminole County Club after renovation in 1945. Then, in the late 1940s, the New York Giants received the Mayfair Inn for Spring training which allowed them to take control of the golf course. This led to the most prosperous period of the golf course and country club becoming a part of the PGA tour between 1955 to 1957, seeing players like Arnold Palmer tee-off on the course. Now called the Mayfair Country Club, the club and golf course is located at 3536 Country Club Road in Sanford, Florida.
creator: Chase & Company
source: Original 3 x 5 inch black and white photograph by Chase & Company: Chase Collection (MS 14), box 211, folder Sanford Country Club and Golf Course, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
format: image/jpeg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Sanford, Florida