Resolution on the Sunday Closing Law
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: The Orlando Ministerial Association's resolution on Florida Senate Bill no. 682, the Sunday Closing Law. According to the document, the association opposed the bill, whose referendum was scheduled for May 3, 1960, because they believed that establishing a religious day of worship for Orange County citizens would violate the First Amendment of the Constitution. The association also believed the proposed bill was discriminatory because it singled out special groups while allowing others to be exempt. In addition, the resolution claims that the proposed law gave county law enforcement agents the power to question a citizens about their religion, which violated the separation of church and state. The resolution was passed on April 21, 1960.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Original typewritten report: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text

Minutes of Special Meeting, April 21, 1960
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Minutes of a monthly meeting of the Orlando Ministerial Association. The meeting was held on April 21, 1960, at the Y.M.C.A. in Orlando, Florida. Secretary John C. Fuller reported that the County Bar Association was sending all the members copies of material for Law Day. He also reported that he sent a letter to Governor Collins commending him for his stance on the lunch counter protests and had received a response from him. The Special Resolutions Committee passed the resolutions.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Original typewritten report, April 21, 1960: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Y.M.C.A., Orlando, Florida

Orlando Ministerial Association Notes
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: A card with handwritten notes from an unidentified member of the Orlando Ministerial Association. The front of the card contains fragmented terms and sentences. On the back of the card are notes describing events that occurred in 1960. It states that a Mr. Jack Kazanas would be coming to the March 17th meeting to speak to the Orlando Ministerial Association about his churches. The end of the note states that Rabbi Feldman requested a prayer book for an unnamed county jail "visitor".
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Original handwritten notes from the Orlando Ministerial Association: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text

Memorandum
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: A memorandum attached to a letter from Robert W. Hunt, President of the Orange County National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), to the members of the Temple of Liberal Judaism, on March 31, 1960. The document calls for a boycott of several establishments that refused to serve African Americans at their lunch counters., including F.W Woolworth, S.S Kresge, S.H Kress and W.T Grant stores. The memorandum mentions the arrests of hundreds of protestors in Orangeburg, South Carolina, and Atlanta, Georgia, and singles out Governor Ernest F. Hollings Jr of Georgia and Governor John Patterson of Alabama, as being especially against peaceful African American protests. It states that Southern state governments were supporting the anti-African American lunch counter policies and that the federal government was not doing enough to stop it. The memorandum urges African Americans to take matters into their own hands and boycott the establishments in all sections of the country.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Original typewritten memorandum from the NAACP: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Temple of Liberal Judaism, Orlando, Florida

Letter from Robert W. Hunt to Members of Temple of Liberal Judaism (March 31, 1960)
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: A letter from Robert W. Hunt, President of the Orange County National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), to the members of the Temple of Liberal Judaism, on March 31, 1960. A memorandum received from the national office of the NAACP was attached to the letter. Hunt states that anyone who reads the memorandum would be in sympathy with the cause of the NAACP. He urges all sympathizers to boycott shopping at Woolworth, Kress, Grant, Kresge and McCrory.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Original typewritten letter from Robert W. Hunt to Members of Temple of Liberal Judaism, March 31, 1960: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Temple of Liberal Judaism, Orlando, Florida

Minutes of Special Meeting, March 17, 1960
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Minutes of a monthly meeting of the Orlando Ministerial Association. The meeting was held on March 17, 1960, at the Y.M.C.A. in Orlando, Florida. The meeting began with Reverend E.A. Jupiter giving his report on the lunch counter demonstrations that took place in the first week of March. He claimed that the situation was rigged to take the steam out of the protest. He recommended that African Americans recognize the transition taking place in American life, use rank and file leadership rather than self-appointed leaders, re-spend the dollar so as to re-structure consumer practice, and use boycotts to provoke action for bi-racial problem solving. He recommended that whites recognize transition, take initiative without being pushed, be willing to meet with and talk about problems with African Americans, and take action. It was also mentioned that many whites would be willing to support projects striving toward integration if they were kept anonymous. The meeting concluded with the president, Rabbi Shwartz, giving Reverend Jupiter a farewell tribute.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Original typewritten report, March 17, 1960: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Y.M.C.A., Orlando, Florida

Address Sheet with Notes on Orlando Ministerial Association Laws
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: A sheet containing a list of addresses on the front side and handwritten notes on the back. These notes appear to be the draft of a speech supporting equal opportunity in education in the United States. The end of the speech states that the Orlando Ministerial Association is embarrassed by the proposals advanced at the White Citizens Council meeting that was held in the Orlando Colosseum.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Original typewritten address card: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text

The Watermark, Vol. 12, No. 11, June 2-15, 2005
subject: Gay culture--United States
description: The eleventh issue of the twelfth volume of The Watermark was published on June 2, 2005 and covered a wide range of topics and stories of interest to the LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer/Questioning, and others) community. The headline story surrounded the ongoing investigtion of the deaths of two Tampa men, Jason Galehouse (1977-2003) and Michael Wachholtz (1977-2003). Steve Lorenzo and Scott Schweickert, who were arrested in 2005 for the murders, would not be convicted until over a decade later. Also included in this issue was the proposal of a new federal bill that included transgendered people as a protected class, the postponement of WorldPride, and the closing of a local Tampa business. In the Water Colors section, former Christian singers Jason and DeMarco gave an interview. This issue of The Watermark featured spotlights of many famous women who would be entertaining the masses at Gay Days Weekend 2005, the largest annual gathering of LGBTQ+ people in Orlando, as well as a schedule of events. Overall, this issue provided readers with answers, information, and entertainment. Since 1994, The Watermark has been the cornerstone source of LGBTQ+ centered news for the Central Florida region. Founded by Tom Dyer in Orlando, the publication began generating bi-weekly issues beginning August 31, 1994. Since then, The Watermark has consistently published newspaper-style issues every other Thursday. Gaining traction, the publication expanded in 1995 to include Tampa and, in 1997, The Watermark became a permanent piece of LGBTQ+ culture when the publication initiated the first large-scale Gay Days Weekend event, the Beach Ball at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon. Before 1999, the publication printed 20,000 copies every week, distributing them to over 500 locations between its two major cities. Following 1999, the publication launched watermarkonline.com shifting to an online publication style. In 2016, Rick Claggett purchased The Watermark.
creator: Baber, Keith
creator: Blanchard, Steve
creator: Crescitelli, Jim
creator: DeJesus, Edwin
creator: Dyer, Tom
creator: Ferber, Lawrence
creator: Hartlage, Kirk
creator: Jenkins, Georgia
creator: Kundis, Ken
creator: Leiner, Victor
creator: Masters, Billy
creator: Middour, Bryan L.
creator: Murray-Parker, Karen S.
creator: Nolan, Margaret
creator: Paull, Anthony
creator: Roehr, Bob
creator: Triggs, Greg
creator: Walen, Rick
creator: Wiethop, Dave
creator: Wiggins, Jayelle
creator: Wilde, Diane
source: Original 80-page newspaper: The Watermark, Vol. 12, No. 11, June 2-15, 2005: Watermark Publishing Group, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Watermark Media
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Orlando, Florida
coverage: Tampa, Florida
coverage: Sarasota, Florida
coverage: Tomes and Treasures, Tampa, Florida
coverage: Washington, D.C.
coverage: Jerusalem, Israel
coverage: Pulse, Orlando, Florida
coverage: Wyndham Palace Resort and Spa, Lake Buena Vista, Florida
coverage: Sheraton World Resort, Orlando, Florida
coverage: Courtyard by Marriott Orlando, Lake Buena Vista, Florida

1838 Directly East of This Highway Fort Maitland
description: Maitland Image 2 - Fort Marker

Engagement in the Wahoo Swamp, E.F. Nov. 21, 1836
description: Maitland Image 1 - Wounded in Battle

In Memory of Doct. Charles Noyes
description: Charles Noyes

Medical Staff U.S. Army
description: Charles Noyes

City Directory for St. Augustine, Florida: 1948
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: A page from the city directory for St. Augustine, Florida, from 1948. The City Directory lists the names of the head of the household and in the case of a married man, the name of his wife. The Directory also gives shorthand description of the occupation and place of employment of the head of the household as well as their address. The Directory also includes advertisement from local businesses. A notable resident listed in the directory is Fred Wimbush (1920-1949). Born in Emanuel County, Georgia, Wimbush later lived in Lyons, Georgia, before relocating to St. Augustine, Florida, by 1935. On July 14, 1943, Wimbush enlisted in the United States Army, where he reported to duty at Camp Blanding near Starke, Florida. He eventually served with Company H as part of the 25th Infantry Regiment of the 93rd Division. Wimbush and his segregated regiment served in the Pacific Theater of World War II, serving in both a labor and combat capacity. Wimbush received an honorable discharge on November 29, 1946. After the war ended, Wimbush returned to St. Augustine, where he lived until his death on January 14, 1949, at the age of twenty-eight. He is buried in Saint Augustine National Cemetery in Saint Augustine, Florida in Section E, Plot 25. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to create a digital archive of related data. The public can use the project-developed augmented-reality app at more than 100 gravesites at the Florida National Cemetery, where they can acce…
creator: City of Saint Augustine
source: Digital reproduction of the original printed city directory for St. Augustine, Florida, 1948.
publisher: City of Saint Augustine
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: St. Augustine, Florida

Sixteenth Census Population for St. Augustine, Florida, 1940
subject: Census--United States
subject: Population--United States
description: The Sixteenth United States Census records for St. Augustine, Florida, for 1940. The census divides the population by name, age, sex, race, marital status, residence, home owned or rented, value of home or monthly rent, whether living on a farm, other residents of same address, relation to head of house, attended school or college after March 1940, highest grade completed, state or foreign country of birth, employment status, hours of work per week, duration of employment, and wages. Supplemental questions include the father and mother's birthplace, language spoken in home during childhood, veteran status, father's veteran status, social security, usual occupation and industry, class of worker, if women have been married more than once, age at first marriage if so, and number of children born. A notable resident listed in this record is Fred Wimbush (1920-1949). Born in Emanuel County, Georgia, Wimbush later lived in Lyons, Georgia, before relocating to St. Augustine, Florida, by 1935. On July 14, 1943, Wimbush enlisted in the United States Army, where he reported to duty at Camp Blanding near Starke, Florida. He eventually served with Company H as part of the 25th Infantry Regiment of the 93rd Division. Wimbush and his segregated regiment served in the Pacific Theater of World War II, serving in both a labor and combat capacity. Wimbush received an honorable discharge on November 29, 1946. After the war ended, Wimbush returned to St. Augustine, where he lived until his death on January 14, 1949, at the age of twenty-eight. He is buried in Saint Augustine National Cemetery in Saint Augustine, Florida in Section E, Plot 25. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research…
creator: United States Census Bureau
source: Digital reproduction of original census record, April 1, 1940.
publisher: United States Census Bureau
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: St. Augustine, Florida

Alterations, since last Return, among the Enlisted Men
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: The alterations, since last return, among the enlisted men of the Company K Tenth Cavalry from July of 1889. The monthly returns were used to report on the strength of each regiment, including total numbers of men present, absent, sick, or on extra duty, as well as happenings during the month. Officers were listed by name, as were enlisted men who were absent, on special duty, or who joined or left the unit during the month. Later returns included strength reports in terms of horses and artillery. A notable soldier listed in this record is William H. Walden. Born and raised in Virgo County, Indiana, Walden married Mary E. Cook in Richmond, Virginia, on November 11, 1884. On November 1, 1892, Walden enlisted in the United States Army, serving as a blacksmith in the Company K Tenth United States Cavalry. This unit travelled to Florida to prepare for deployment to Cuba, but Company K remained in the United States. Walden died on July 17, 1898, from acute peritonitis caused by an incision wound across the chest and abdomen. Originally buried in the Lakeland City Cemetery in Lakeland, Florida, he now rests in the Saint Augustine National Cemetery in St. Augustine, Florida, in Section A, Grave Number 130. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to create a digital archive of related data. The public can use the project-developed augmented-reality app at more than 100 gravesites at the Florida National Cemetery, where they can access the UCF student-authored …
creator: Hunt, Levi P.
source: Digital reproduction of original returns of alterations.
publisher: United States Army
format: image/pdf
language: eng
type: Text

Tenth Census Population for Otter Creek Township, Virgo County, Indiana, 1880
subject: Census--United States
subject: Population--United States
description: The Tenth United States census records for Otter Creek Township, Virgo County, Indiana, for 1880. The Census divides the population by categories of name, number of people in household, civil condition, occupation, health, education, place of birth and nativity. A notable resident listed in this record is William H. Walden. Born and raised in Virgo County, Indiana, Walden married Mary E. Cook in Richmond, Virginia, on November 11, 1884. On November 1, 1892, Walden enlisted in the United States Army, serving as a blacksmith in the Company K Tenth United States Cavalry. This unit travelled to Florida to prepare for deployment to Cuba, but Company K remained in the United States. Walden died on July 17, 1898, from acute peritonitis caused by an incision wound across the chest and abdomen. Originally buried in the Lakeland City Cemetery in Lakeland, Florida, he now rests in the Saint Augustine National Cemetery in St. Augustine, Florida, in Section A, Grave Number 130. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to create a digital archive of related data. The public can use the project-developed augmented-reality app at more than 100 gravesites at the Florida National Cemetery, where they can access the UCF student-authored biographies of veterans.
creator: United States Census Bureau
source: Digital reproduction of original census record, June 1, 1880.
publisher: United States Census Bureau
format: image/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Otter Creek, Virgo County, Indiana

Certificate of Death for Charles Wade, 1938
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: The certificate of death for Charles E.T. Wade. The form lists the city, county and state an individual died in, their full name, spouse’s name, race, gender, age, occupation, birthplace and other personal information. Charles E.T. Wade was born in the West Indies and migrated to Maryland. Before serving in the United States Army, he worked as a laborer. On March 25, 1899, Wade enlisted as a Private in the Company K Ninth United States Cavalry Regiment in Baltimore, Maryland. He served in the Western United States, escorting funds for Native Americans. In the early 1900s, during the Philippine-American War, the Ninth Cavalry was stationed in the Philippine Islands, guarding small villages and military bases. Wade was honorably discharged on March 24, 1902, in Draga, Philippines, and remained there following his service. He married a Philippine woman named Seage Awai Soong and had a daughter, Federica Wade, born in 1910. On July 2, 1935, Wade traveled back to the United States and died three years later on December 10, 1938, in Jacksonville, Florida. He was interned at St. Augustine National Cemetery on December 28, 1938, in section A row 218. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to create a digital archive of related data. The public can use the project-developed augmented-reality app at more than 100 gravesites at the Florida National Cemetery, where they can access the UCF student-authored biographies of veterans.
creator: Bureau of Vital Statistics
source: Digital reproduction of original certificate of death, December 10, 1938: Bureau of Vital Statistics.
publisher: Bureau of Vital Statistics
format: image/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Jacksonville, Florida

Interment Card for Charles Wade
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: The internment card for Charles E.T. Wade. The document provides information including name, rank, company, regiment and other service information, date of death, date of internment and gravesite. Charles E.T. Wade was born in the West Indies and migrated to Maryland. Before serving in the United States Army, he worked as a laborer. On March 25, 1899, Wade enlisted as a Private in the Company K Ninth United States Cavalry Regiment in Baltimore, Maryland. He served in the Western United States, escorting funds for Native Americans. In the early 1900s, during the Philippine-American War, the Ninth Cavalry was stationed in the Philippine Islands, guarding small villages and military bases. Wade was honorably discharged on March 24, 1902, in Draga, Philippines, and remained there following his service. He married a Philippine woman named Seage Awai Soong and had a daughter, Federica Wade, born in 1910. On July 2, 1935, Wade traveled back to the United States and died three years later on December 10, 1938, in Jacksonville, Florida. He was interned at St. Augustine National Cemetery on December 28, 1938, in section A row 218. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to create a digital archive of related data. The public can use the project-developed augmented-reality app at more than 100 gravesites at the Florida National Cemetery, where they can access the UCF student-authored biographies of veterans.
creator: Dell, James W.
source: Digital reproduction of original interment card, February 16, 1939.
publisher: United States War Department
format: image/pdf
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: St. Augustine, Florida

Service Record Description Card for Abraham Lancaster
subject: Veterans--Florida
subject: American Civil War, 1861-1865
description: The United States Colored Troops military service record description card for Abraham Lancaster. The card lists major events from a black soldier’s time in the military and when they occurred including enlistment, absences, and hospital visits. Abraham Lancaster was born in Saint Augustine, Florida. On January 12, 1863, Lancaster enlisted into the Company F, First Regiment South Carolina Volunteer Infantry during the American Civil War. Lancaster rose up the ranks, serving as a Private, Corporal, and Sergeant in the Union Army. He was demoted back to Private on January 18, 1865. He fell ill around June 10, 1865, but recovered and continued his service in August. After the war, he settled in Saint Augustine with his wife, Hester, working as a stevedore and a carpenter. Lancaster passed away on July 20, 1904, and was later buried in the Saint Augustine National Cemetery in Saint Augustine, Florida, in Section A, Plot 193. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to create a digital archive of related data. The public can use the project-developed augmented-reality app at more than 100 gravesites at the Florida National Cemetery, where they can access the UCF student-authored biographies of veterans.
creator: United States Colored Troops
source: Digital reproduction of original U.S. Colored Troops Military Service Record Description Card: National Archives and Records Administration.
publisher: United States Colored Troops
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: St. Augustine, Florida
coverage: Savannah, Georgia

Enlistment Record for Abraham Lancaster
subject: Veterans--Florida
subject: American Civil War, 1861-1865
description: The enlistment record for Abraham Lancaster by the United States Colored Troops on January 12, 1863. The record provided individual information on soldiers including name, age, birthplace, occupation, date of enlistment, and location of enlistment. Abraham Lancaster was born in Saint Augustine, Florida. On January 12, 1863, Lancaster enlisted into the Company F, First Regiment South Carolina Volunteer Infantry during the American Civil War. Lancaster rose up the ranks, serving as a Private, Corporal, and Sergeant in the Union Army. He was demoted back to Private on January 18, 1865. He fell ill around June 10, 1865, but recovered and continued his service in August. After the war, he settled in Saint Augustine with his wife, Hester, working as a stevedore and a carpenter. Lancaster passed away on July 20, 1904, and was later buried in the Saint Augustine National Cemetery in Saint Augustine, Florida, in Section A, Plot 193. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to create a digital archive of related data. The public can use the project-developed augmented-reality app at more than 100 gravesites at the Florida National Cemetery, where they can access the UCF student-authored biographies of veterans.
creator: United States Colored Troops
source: Digital reproduction of original United States Colored Troops Military Service Record Enlistment Card, June 12, 1863: National Archives and Records Administration.
publisher: United States Colored Troops
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: St. Augustine, Florida

Freedmen’s Bureau Application for William Hewlin
subject: Veterans--Florida
subject: American Civil War, 1861-1865
description: The Freedmen’s Bureau application for William Hewlin. The application provides specific information from his time in the military, including enlistment date and location and muster in and muster out dates. The notes at the bottom of the document indicate that he was a slave upon enlistment and joined the original organization of the First South Carolina Volunteer Infantry. The names of fellow African American Civil War veterans Thomas Hanandos and Martin Nateel appear on the application as well. The Bureau of Refugees, Freedmen, and Abandoned Lands, also known as the Freedmen's Bureau, was established in the War Department by an act of Congress on March 3, 1865. The Bureau was responsible for the supervision and management of all matters relating to refugees and freedmen, and of lands abandoned or seized during the Civil War. William Hewlin was a runaway slave from Saint Augustine, Florida. On January 12, 1863, Hewlin enlisted into the Company B, First Regiment South Carolina Volunteer Infantry, serving as a Private during the American Civil War. During his time in the military, he was granted an official absence on furlough to marry his wife, Victoria, on February 7, 1864. After the war, he and his wife settled in Saint Augustine, where they had four children: George, John, Cato, and Julia. Hewlin passed away sometime before or during the year 1890, and later was buried in the Saint Augustine National Cemetery in Saint Augustine, Florida, in Section A, Plot 185. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresp…
creator: Bureau of Refugees, Freedmen, and Abandoned Lands
source: Digital reproduction of original Freedmen’s Bureau Application: National Archives and Records Administration.
publisher: Bureau of Refugees, Freedmen, and Abandoned Lands
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: St. Augustine, Florida

Enlistment Record for William Hewlin
subject: Veterans--Florida
subject: American Civil War, 1861-1865
description: The enlistment record for William Hewlin by the United States Colored Troops on June 12, 1863. The record provided individual information on soldiers including name, age, birthplace, occupation, date of enlistment, and location of enlistment. William Hewlin was a runaway slave from Saint Augustine, Florida. On January 12, 1863, Hewlin enlisted into the Company B, First Regiment South Carolina Volunteer Infantry, serving as a Private during the American Civil War. During his time in the military, he was granted an official absence on furlough to marry his wife, Victoria, on February 7, 1864. After the war, he and his wife settled in Saint Augustine, where they had four children: George, John, Cato, and Julia. Hewlin passed away sometime before or during the year 1890, and later was buried in the Saint Augustine National Cemetery in Saint Augustine, Florida, in Section A, Plot 185. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to create a digital archive of related data. The public can use the project-developed augmented-reality app at more than 100 gravesites at the Florida National Cemetery, where they can access the UCF student-authored biographies of veterans.
creator: United States Colored Troops
source: Digital reproduction of original United States Colored Troops Military Service Record Enlistment Card, June 12, 1863: National Archives and Records Administration.
publisher: United States Colored Troops
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Beaufort, South Carolina

Enlistment Record for Thomas Hanandos
subject: Veterans--Florida
subject: American Civil War, 1861-1865
description: The enlistment record for Thomas Hanandos by the United States Colored Troops on January 12, 1863. The record provided individual information on soldiers including name, age, birthplace, occupation, date of enlistment, and location of enlistment. Thomas Hanandos was a runaway slave from Saint Augustine, Florida. On January 12, 1863, Hanandos enlisted into the Company B, First Regiment South Carolina Volunteer Infantry, serving as a Private during the American Civil War. During his time in the military, his pay was cut from $13 to $7 a month. On October 21, 1863, Hanandos deserted Camp Shaw. Four days later, he returned and was detained by United States Army officials until November 4. He was released back to active duty by Union Brigadier General Rufus Saxton. After the war, Hanandos was acquitted for the charge of desertion on November 14, 1889, and received an Army pension the same day. Little is known about his life after the war other than his interactions with the federal government. Hanandos passed away on November 24, 1915, and was later buried in the Saint Augustine National Cemetery in Saint Augustine, Florida in Section A, Plot 190. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to create a digital archive of related data. The public can use the project-developed augmented-reality app at more than 100 gravesites at the Florida National Cemetery, where they can access the UCF student-authored biographies of veterans.
creator: United States Colored Troops
source: Digital reproduction of original United States Colored Troops Military Service Record Enlistment Card, January 12, 1863: National Archives and Records Administration.
publisher: United States Colored Troops
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Beaufort, South Carolina

Thomas Hanandos, Co. B, 33 Reg't U.S.C.T.
subject: Veterans--Florida
subject: American Civil War, 1861-1865
description: The record of desertion for Thomas Hanandos by the United States Colored Troops on November 14, 1889. According to the document, Hanandos was absent without leave from October 21, 1863, to October 24, 1863. Thomas Hanandos was a runaway slave from Saint Augustine, Florida. On January 12, 1863, Hanandos enlisted into the Company B, First Regiment South Carolina Volunteer Infantry, serving as a Private during the American Civil War. During his time in the military, his pay was cut from $13 to $7 a month. On October 21, 1863, Hanandos deserted Camp Shaw. Four days later, he returned and was detained by United States Army officials until November 4. He was released back to active duty by Union Brigadier General Rufus Saxton. After the war, Hanandos was acquitted for the charge of desertion on November 14, 1889, and received an Army pension the same day. Little is known about his life after the war other than his interactions with the federal government. Hanandos passed away on November 24, 1915, and was later buried in the Saint Augustine National Cemetery in Saint Augustine, Florida in Section A, Plot 190. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to create a digital archive of related data. The public can use the project-developed augmented-reality app at more than 100 gravesites at the Florida National Cemetery, where they can access the UCF student-authored biographies of veterans.
creator: United States Colored Troops
source: Digital reproduction of original United States Colored Troops Military Service Record Record of Desertion, November 14, 1869: National Archives and Records Administration.
publisher: United States Colored Troops
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Washington, D. C.

U.S.S. Harding (DD-625)
subject: World War, 1939-1945
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: The second USS Harding (DD-625) was launched on June 28, 1942, by the Seattle-Tacoma Shipbuilding Corporation and commissioned by the United States Navy on May 25, 1943. The Harding served as a ship destroyer responsible for antisubmarine patrolling and escorting battleships in the Atlantic earlier during World War II before transitioning to the Pacific in the later part of the war. The Navy decommissioned the ship on November 2, 1945, and was sold for scrap on April 16, 1947, by the Luia Brothers Co., Inc. of Philadelphia. Harding received three battle stars for World War II service. A notable crewmember was George Downings Jr. (1925-1946). Downings was born and raised in St. Johns County, Florida. Before joining the military, he lived in Saint Augustine, Florida. On March 4, 1943, Downings enlisted in the United States Naval Reserve in Jacksonville, Florida. Downings served as a Navy Messman, later called a Steward. In his duty, Downings was responsible for feeding and cleaning up after Navy officers. He eventually reached the rank of Steward’s Mate First Class. Downings served on various vessels, including the U.S.S. Harding, the U.S.S. O’Brien, and the U.S.S. Moale. Downings continued to serve in the Navy until December 25, 1945. He passed away on July 5, 1946, at the age of 21. He is buried in Saint Augustine National Cemetery in Section D, Plot 57. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to create a digital archive of related data. The public can…
source: Digital reproduction of original black and white photograph.
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Image
coverage: New York, New York

Fifteenth Census Population for St. Johns County, Florida, 1930
subject: Census--United States
subject: Population--United States
description: The Fifteenth United States census records for St. Johns County, Florida, for 1930. The Census divides the population by categories of Name, age, sex, race, marital status, occupants and relation to head of house, whether the home is owned or rented, value of home or rent, whether home is a farm residence, whether the home has a radio, college attendance, literacy, birthplace and birthplace of parents, citizenship status, language spoken before coming to United States, year of immigration, occupation or business, class of worker, whether worked the previous day, military status, and war or expedition participated in. A notable resident listed in this record is George Downings Jr. (1925-1946). Downings was born and raised in St. Johns County, Florida. Before joining the military, he lived in Saint Augustine, Florida. On March 4, 1943, Downings enlisted in the United States Naval Reserve in Jacksonville, Florida. Downings served as a Navy Messman, later called a Steward. In his duty, Downings was responsible for feeding and cleaning up after Navy officers. He eventually reached the rank of Steward’s Mate First Class. Downings served on various vessels, including the U.S.S. Harding, the U.S.S. O’Brien, and the U.S.S. Moale. Downings continued to serve in the Navy until December 25, 1945. He passed away on July 5, 1946, at the age of 21. He is buried in Saint Augustine National Cemetery in Section D, Plot 57. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to crea…
creator: United States Census Bureau
source: Digital reproduction of original census record.
publisher: United States Census Bureau
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Hastings, Florida

Draft Registration Card, 1942
subject: World War, 1939-1945
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: The draft registration card for John Martin Conaway (1892-1955). The card lists a serial number, the name of the registrant, the order number, the place of residence, the mailing address, telephone, age, place of birth, state, date of birth, the reference and their address, their employer and place of employment. The Fourth Registration, better known as the Old Man’s Draft, was for men between the ages of 45 and 64 years old, who were not already serving in the military. Many of these men, including John, were veterans of the First World War. Such a registration was not intended for explicit military service. Rather, it was a way to assess the manpower resources of the United States. From this register, the government could fill the needs of national service by quickly calling up experienced and trained personnel to fill necessary positions. Though he registered, John was not recalled to service. Conaway was born on September 30, 1892, in Wellsburg, West Virginia. He was the middle of three children born to Glenn and Eliza Conaway. When John was four years old, his mother Eliza passed away. Glenn then married Lenora Cusick. John gained two half-siblings from this marriage. At eight years old, John lost his father and the family split up. By the time he was eighteen, John lived in Michigan. When the United States entered World War I, John enlisted in the Army Air Service. Before deploying, he married Catherine Jeffrey. He served in France with the 803rd Aero Squadron (Repair). John received an honorable discharge in January of 1919. In January of 1920, John re-enlisted into the Army Air Service and rejoined his old unit. He received a second honorable discharge in December of 1921. By 1924, John and Catherine had divorced. John then married Rhoda Spicket. Their son, William, was born in 1925. When the United States entered World War II, John registered for the Old Man’s Draft. In February of 1950, John and Rhoda divorced. John then married Gloria Shields later that y…
creator: Local Board Number 17, Wayne County, MI.
source: Digital reproduction of original draft registration card, April 27, 1942.
publisher: War Department, Office of Provost Marshal General, Selective Service System
contributor: John Martin Conaway
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Detroit, Michigan

Map of the Air Service Production Center #2 at the Romorantin Aerodrome
subject: World War, 1914-1918
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: A schematic map of the Air Service Production Center #2 at the Romorantin Aerodrome. The Aerodrome is located about sixty miles south of the city of Orleans in France’s Loire River valley. John Conaway (1892-1955) and his unit, the 803rd Aero Squadron (Repair), were stationed here during World War I, where they assembled, maintained, and supported aircraft operations. This facility is still in operation today as the Romorantin-Pruniers Air Detachment (DA 273) and supports the French Air Force. A notable crewmember was John Martin Conaway (1892-1955). Conaway was born on September 30, 1892, in Wellsburg, West Virginia. He was the middle of three children born to Glenn and Eliza Conaway. When John was four years old, his mother Eliza passed away. Glenn then married Lenora Cusick. John gained two half-siblings from this marriage. At eight years old, John lost his father and the family split up. By the time he was eighteen, John lived in Michigan. When the United States entered World War I, John enlisted in the Army Air Service. Before deploying, he married Catherine Jeffrey. He served in France with the 803rd Aero Squadron (Repair). John received an honorable discharge in January of 1919. In January of 1920, John re-enlisted into the Army Air Service and rejoined his old unit. He received a second honorable discharge in December of 1921. By 1924, John and Catherine had divorced. John then married Rhoda Spicket. Their son, William, was born in 1925. When the United States entered World War II, John registered for the Old Man’s Draft. In February of 1950, John and Rhoda divorced. John then married Gloria Shields later that year. In 1952, the couple moved to St. Petersburg, Florida. John passed away in 1955 and is interred in the Bay Pine National Cemetery. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the lif…
creator: Edgar S. Gorrell
source: Digital reproduction of original schematic map of Air Service Production Center #2 at the Romorantin Aerodrome.
publisher: National Archives and Records Service, Washington D. C.
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Image
coverage: Romorantin-Lanthenay, France

Draft Registration Cards, 1942
subject: World War, 1939-1945
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: The draft registration card for Phillip Kenneth Winter (1898-1945). The card contains the demographic information for the soldier including name, telephone number, age, place of birth, date of birth, name and address of person who will always know your address, employer's name and address, place of employment, race, height, weight, eye color, hair color, and complexion. The reverse side of the card lists his physical features, noting that he had scars on his right hand and right foot. Born on December 24, 1898, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Phillip and Mary Rose Winter, Phillip was the seventh of eight children. Sometime after 1900, the family moved to Jacksonville, Florida, where Phillip eventually found work as a messenger for a railroad company. He enlisted in the United States Navy on April 14, 1917, in Atlanta, Georgia, and first served in Norfolk, Virginia, before serving on the USS Orion in June 1917. In July 1918, Phillip transferred to the USS Helvetia (SP-3096), a tender/decoy ship which failed both of its missions in August and September of 1918. After the war ended, Phillip returned to Jacksonville, where he resumed work in the railroad industry and met his future wife, Mary Jeanette "Janie" Roberts. They married on August 15, 1921. Mary gave birth to their daughter, Martha Rose, on August 5, 1922. Mary passed in 1925 due to tuberculosis. Phillip remarried on July 27, 1929, to Harriett Rhynard, but they divorced in 1934. Sometime after, Phillip moved to Clearwater, Florida. In April 1942, Phillip registered for the World War II Young Man's Draft but was not called into service. He worked as a member of the barracks in the area. He passed away on December 22, 1945, two days before his forty-seventh birthday. He is buried in the Bay Pines National Cemetery at Section 11 Row 1 Site 10. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program e…
creator: Gavin, Sarah
source: Digital reproduction of original draft registration cards, April 1, 1942.
publisher: War Department, Office of Provost Marshal General, Selective Service System
contributor: Winter, Phillip Kenneth
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Clearwater, Florida

U.S.S. Helvetia (SP-3096)
subject: World War, 1914-1918
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: A photograph of the USS Helvetia (SP-3096), which was a three-masted schooner or sailing vessel, as seen from her accompanying submarine USS E-2 in August 1918. The Helvetia was a tender/decoy ship, providing supplies to the tailing submarine and sailing under the disguise of a merchant ship to entice German U-boats into surfacing. A notable crewmember was Phillip Kenneth Winter (1898-1945). Born on December 24, 1898, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Phillip and Mary Rose Winter, Phillip was the seventh of eight children. Sometime after 1900, the family moved to Jacksonville, Florida, where Phillip eventually found work as a messenger for a railroad company. He enlisted in the United States Navy on April 14, 1917, in Atlanta, Georgia, and first served in Norfolk, Virginia, before serving on the USS Orion in June 1917. In July 1918, Phillip transferred to the USS Helvetia (SP-3096). After the war ended, Phillip returned to Jacksonville, where he resumed work in the railroad industry and met his future wife, Mary Jeanette "Janie" Roberts. They married on August 15, 1921. Mary gave birth to their daughter, Martha Rose, on August 5, 1922. Mary passed in 1925 due to tuberculosis. Phillip remarried on July 27, 1929, to Harriett Rhynard, but they divorced in 1934. Sometime after, Phillip moved to Clearwater, Florida. In April 1942, Phillip registered for the World War II Young Man's Draft but was not called into service. He worked as a member of the barracks in the area. He passed away on December 22, 1945, two days before his forty-seventh birthday. He is buried in the Bay Pines National Cemetery at Section 11 Row 1 Site 10. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writi…
creator: United States Navy
source: Digital reproduction of original black and white still photograph: NH78920, U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command, Washington, D.C.
publisher: Naval History and Heritage Command
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia

Estevan Rojo
subject: World War, 1914-1918
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: Estevan Rojo placing a wooden panel while building a house. An unidentified man stands behind him, holding the end of the piece of wood. A first generation American, Rojo joined the United States Army during the First World War. He served as a wagoner in the 119th Field Artillery. During the war, the 119th supported the 32nd and 79th Divisions, as well as others when needed. While deployed to France, he fought in the battles of Chateau-Thierry and the Meuse-Argonne. After the war, Rojo returned home and worked as a builder and a painter. He died on April 25, 1961, and was buried at Bay Pines National Cemetery Section 36, Row 3, Site 9. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to create a digital archive of related data. The public can use the project-developed augmented-reality app at more than 100 gravesites at the Florida National Cemetery, where they can access the UCF student-authored biographies of veterans.
source: Digital reproduction of original black and white photograph: Rojo Family.
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image

Estevan Rojo with Children
subject: World War, 1914-1918
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: Estevan Rojo dressed in his military uniform sits in between his standing children. A first generation American, Rojo joined the United States Army during the First World War. He served as a wagoner in the 119th Field Artillery. During the war, the 119th supported the 32nd and 79th Divisions, as well as others when needed. While deployed to France, he fought in the battles of Chateau-Thierry and the Meuse-Argonne. After the war, Rojo returned home and worked as a builder and a painter. He died on April 25, 1961, and was buried at Bay Pines National Cemetery Section 36, Row 3, Site 9. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to create a digital archive of related data. The public can use the project-developed augmented-reality app at more than 100 gravesites at the Florida National Cemetery, where they can access the UCF student-authored biographies of veterans.
source: Digital reproduction of original black and white photograph: Rojo Family.
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image

Theodore R. Howard
subject: Veterans--Florida
subject: World War, 1939-1945
description: A newspaper clipping from the Saint Petersburg Times, entitled "Theodore R. Howard." The notice displays a photograph of Howard and reports that he graduated from the United States Naval Training School at Hampton Institute in Hampton, Virginia, on February 24, 1944. The article also acknowledges his older brother, Thomas, who at the time served in the Army Quartermaster Corps as a Master Sergeant in India. Theodore and Thomas's father was Jeff Howard (1894-1962). Born and raised in Alachua, Florida, Howard's parents, Cage and Rachael Howard, worked as farmers. Before being drafted into the military during World War I, Jeff relocated to Clearwater, Florida, while working as an itinerant laborer on the Southern Railway Company in Marion, North Carolina. On January 16, 1918, Jeff married Francis Davis, and the couple welcomed their first son, Thomas Jefferson Howard, on July 1, 1918. After being drafted into the United States Army on July 18, 1918, Jeff eventually joined the 807th Pioneer Infantry. Serving overseas in France, Jeff and his unit served in a technical capacity, constructing and repairing roads, bridges, and railroads. However, the units also served on the front lines of battle, experiencing direct action with the enemy. Jeff and the 807th took part in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, the last major engagement of the war, earning the Silver Band on the Pike of Colors of Lance of the Standards. Returning from overseas, Jeff settled briefly in Clearwater, working as a grove worker. During the 1920s, the family relocated to New Jersey, where a second son, Theodore Roosevelt Howard, was born on November 19, 1923, in New Brunswick. By 1930, the family returned to Clearwater, where Jeff continued working in the grove industry for the remainder of his working life. Both of his sons served in the military during World War II. Thomas served in the Army, while Theodore served in the Navy. Jeff died on August 29, 1962, and is buried in the Bay Pines National Cemetery in…
creator: Tampa Bay Times
source: Digital reproduction of original newspaper article: "Theodore R. Howard." Tampa Bay Times, March 2, 1944: online database, Newspapers.com.
publisher: Tampa Bay Times
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Hampton University, Hampton, Virginia

Twelfth Census Population for Alachua County, Florida, 1900
subject: Census--United States
subject: Population--United States
description: The Twelfth United States Census records for Alachua County, Florida, for 1900. The census divides the population by sex, race, age, marital status, number of children, occupation, literacy, whether they owned or rented, farm or house. The census also states a resident's place of birth, and birthplace of their mother and father. If foreign born, the person provided the year they immigrated, whether they were naturalized and if they spoke English. A notable resident listed in this record is Jeff Howard (1894-1962). Born and raised in Alachua, Florida, Howard's parents, Cage and Rachael Howard, worked as farmers. Before being drafted into the military during World War I, Jeff relocated to Clearwater, Florida, while working as an itinerant laborer on the Southern Railway Company in Marion, North Carolina. On January 16, 1918, Jeff married Francis Davis, and the couple welcomed their first son, Thomas Jefferson Howard, on July 1, 1918. After being drafted into the United States Army on July 18, 1918, Jeff eventually joined the 807th Pioneer Infantry. Serving overseas in France, Jeff and his unit served in a technical capacity, constructing and repairing roads, bridges, and railroads. However, the units also served on the front lines of battle, experiencing direct action with the enemy. Jeff and the 807th took part in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, the last major engagement of the war, earning the Silver Band on the Pike of Colors of Lance of the Standards. Returning from overseas, Jeff settled briefly in Clearwater, working as a grove worker. During the 1920s, the family relocated to New Jersey, where a second son, Theodore Roosevelt Howard, was born on November 19, 1923, in New Brunswick. By 1930, the family returned to Clearwater, where Jeff continued working in the grove industry for the remainder of his working life. Both of his sons served in the military during World War II. Thomas served in the Army, while Theodore served in the Navy. Jeff died on August 29, 1962, …
creator: Rush, Benjamin
creator: United States Census Bureau
source: Digital reproduction of original census record by Benjamin Rush, June 25-26, 1900: Alachua, Florida
source: Pages: 40-41
source: Enumeration District: 0003
source: FHL microfilm: 1240165.
publisher: United States Census Bureau
contributor: Howard, Jeff
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Alachua County, Florida

United States Army Base No. 117, LaFauche, France
subject: World War, 1914-1918
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: United States Army Base No. 117 in LaFauche, Haute-Marne, France. The hospital was used to specifically treat psychiatric ailments, such as shell shock. Shell shock, known today as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), was a complex diagnosis relating to psychological war-related trauma. Originally, it was thought that a physical explosion from a shell caused the disorder, but as many cases of shell shock came in, it became clear that the disorder was the result of a range of traumatic emotional experiences. A notable soldier who served at the hospital was Jane "Jennie" Margaret Gadde (1888-1963). Gadde was born on August 17, 1888, in Ludington, Michigan. The second oldest of four sisters, she was born to immigrant parents, Nels and Carrie Gadde. The family lived in Ironwood, Michigan, where Gadde’s father worked as a foreman and her mother raised her and her sisters. The family moved in 1905 to Sanborn, Wisconsin. Gadde went to school at the Ferris Institute in Big Rapids, Michigan, and earned a degree in shorthand in 1907. She then worked as a stenographer for a building contractor. After a few years, Gadde changed professions, training as a nurse at the Illinois Training School for Nurses, where she graduated in 1915. She enlisted in the United States Army Nursing Corps in October of 1918. She trained at the United States Army Camp Base Hospital at Camp Mead, Maryland, where she was assigned to a psychiatric unit. She embarked from the United States to France in November 1918, serving as a nurse for roughly eight months in a psychiatric unit. She returned to the United States in August 1919, and was honorably discharged from service shortly thereafter. She returned to Chicago after the war, working in the Cook County Public Hospital until 1942. She enlisted again as a nurse in the Nursing Corps during World War II. She worked at Gorgas Hospital in the Panama Canal Zone until 1947, returning home and again being honorably discharged. After the war, Gadde moved to…
creator: United States Army
source: Digital reproduction of original black and white photograph.
publisher: United States Army
format: image/jpg
type: Still Image
coverage: LaFauche, France

Ferris Institute Yearbook
subject: Veterans--Florida
subject: Yearbooks
description: A page from the Ferris Institute yearbook from 1907. The page features a black and white photograph of the September shorthand class, group 1. A notable student pictured is Jane "Jennie" Margaret Gadde (1888-1963), who earned a degree in shorthand. Gadde was born on August 17, 1888, in Ludington, Michigan. The second oldest of four sisters, she was born to immigrant parents, Nels and Carrie Gadde. The family lived in Ironwood, Michigan, where Gadde’s father worked as a foreman and her mother raised her and her sisters. The family moved in 1905 to Sanborn, Wisconsin. Gadde went to school at the Ferris Institute in Big Rapids, Michigan, and earned a degree in shorthand in 1907. She then worked as a stenographer for a building contractor. After a few years, Gadde changed professions, training as a nurse at the Illinois Training School for Nurses, where she graduated in 1915. She enlisted in the United States Army Nursing Corps in October of 1918. She trained at the United States Army Camp Base Hospital at Camp Mead, Maryland, where she was assigned to a psychiatric unit. She embarked from the United States to France in November 1918, serving as a nurse for roughly eight months in a psychiatric unit. She returned to the United States in August 1919, and was honorably discharged from service shortly thereafter. She returned to Chicago after the war, working in the Cook County Public Hospital until 1942. She enlisted again as a nurse in the Nursing Corps during World War II. She worked at Gorgas Hospital in the Panama Canal Zone until 1947, returning home and again being honorably discharged. After the war, Gadde moved to St. Petersburg, Florida, and volunteered for the Delano American Legion Post #122. She was also involved with the Panama Canal Society in Florida in the 1950s. Gadde passed away in September 1963, and is buried in the Bay Pines National Cemetery. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Ceme…
creator: Ferris Institute
source: Digital reproduction of original yearbook page.
publisher: Ferris Institute
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Big Rapids, Michigan

Certificate of Death for John W. Donaldson, 1946
subject: World War, 1914-1918
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: The certificate of death for John W. Donaldson (1897-1946). John was admitted to the Veterans Administration Hospital in Kerr County, Texas, on February 9, 1946, for tuberculosis treatment. After arrival at the hospital, he suffered a cerebral thrombosis and was pronounced dead at 10pm on February 11 at the age of 48. Other information provided on the document included his parents' names and his marriage status. John W. Donaldson (1897-1946) was born on September 8, 1897, to John F. and Hattie Donaldson in Waldo, Florida. He enlisted in the United States Army in March of 1918, at the age of 20, and was assigned to the Motor Transport Corps of the 5th Division. John trained at Camp Johnston in Jacksonville, Florida, before leaving for New Jersey, where he set sail aboard the USS America on June 10, 1918, and arrived at Brest, France, on June 19, 1918. He spent some time at Camp Pontanezen, a crowded rest camp, where soldiers performed construction work. In France, John served as a chauffeur in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. During the intense six-week battle, John sustained shrapnel wounds on his left knee and burns on his neck. Before being honorably discharged on May 3, 1920, he rose to the rank of Sergeant Major, the highest rank for a non-commissioned officer. Donaldson returned to Florida after discharge, where he married Archie K. Hughes in 1924, in Winter Haven. In 1929, they had a son named Delbert. The couple divorced in 1931. He visited VA hospitals in North Carolina and Bay Pines, Florida, for tuberculosis treatment. On April 10, 1937, John married again to Lillie May Holloway, but they divorced some time after. John was admitted to the VA hospital in Kerrville, Texas, on February 9, 1946, and died two days later due to cerebral thrombosis. He rests in Bay Pines National Cemetery at Section 11, Row 2, Site 13. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Pro…
creator: Bruce, Paul O.
creator: Bureau of Vital Statistics, Texas Department of State Health Services
source: Digital reproduction of original certificate of death, February 11, 1946: State Registrar Office, Austin, Texas, certificate number 8907.
publisher: Bureau of Vital Statistics, Texas Department of State Health Services
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: VA Medical Center, Kerrville, Texas

Marriage License and Certificate of Marriage for John W. Donaldson and Archie K. Hughes
subject: Veterans--Florida
subject: Marriages--United States
description: The marriage license and certificate of marriage for John W. Donaldson and Archie K. Hughes, who were married in Winter Haven, Florida, on March 26, 1924. Because Archie was under 21 at the time of marriage, her mother had to sign a consent form. John W. Donaldson (1897-1946) was born on September 8, 1897, to John F. and Hattie Donaldson in Waldo, Florida. He enlisted in the United States Army in March of 1918, at the age of 20, and was assigned to the Motor Transport Corps of the 5th Division. John trained at Camp Johnston in Jacksonville, Florida, before leaving for New Jersey, where he set sail aboard the USS America on June 10, 1918, and arrived at Brest, France, on June 19, 1918. He spent some time at Camp Pontanezen, a crowded rest camp, where soldiers performed construction work. In France, John served as a chauffeur in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. During the intense six-week battle, John sustained shrapnel wounds on his left knee and burns on his neck. Before being honorably discharged on May 3, 1920, he rose to the rank of Sergeant Major, the highest rank for a non-commissioned officer. Donaldson returned to Florida after discharge, where he married Archie K. Hughes in 1924, in Winter Haven. In 1929, they had a son named Delbert. The couple divorced in 1931. He visited VA hospitals in North Carolina and Bay Pines, Florida, for tuberculosis treatment. On April 10, 1937, John married again to Lillie May Holloway, but they divorced some time after. John was admitted to the VA hospital in Kerrville, Texas, on February 9, 1946, and died two days later due to cerebral thrombosis. He rests in Bay Pines National Cemetery at Section 11, Row 2, Site 13. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project en…
creator: Bureau of Vital Statistics, Florida Department of Health
source: Digital reproduction of original marriage license and certificate of marriage, March 26, 1924: Polk County Clerk of Court.
publisher: Bureau of Vital Statistics, Florida Department of Health
contributor: Donaldson, John W.
contributor: Holland, S.L.
contributor: Hughes, Archie K.
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Winter Haven, Florida

Manager
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: A newspaper article describing the opening of Bert Davison’s new tire store in St. Petersburg, Florida. The article pinpoints the location of the store on the corner of Ninth Street North and Ninth Avenue. It was published in the St. Petersburg Times on August 31, 1929. Bert Collier Davison (1892-1945) was born on July 28, 1890, in Atlanta, Georgia, to Anna Davison and Robert Davison. At the age of nineteen, Davison started a career in pharmaceutical sales. He registered for the draft on June 5, 1917, and was inducted into the United States Army on June 26, 1918. He left from France aboard the USS Zeelandia on September 8, 1917, and was assigned to the Administrative Labor Army Service Corps of the Quartermaster Corps. Near the end of the war, he earned a promotion to Corporal on October 1, 1918. Davison was tasked to stay with the Third Army during the occupation of the Rhineland after the war officially ended and did not depart from Europe until October 19, 1919. The work he did during the occupation earned Davison a promotion to Sergeant on May 20, 1919. He was honorably discharged on November 5, 1919. After returning home, Davison continued his work in pharmaceutical sales at Budd’s Pharmacy in St. Petersburg, Florida. He opened his own pharmacy in 1926. In April of the same year, Davison married Johanna Horstmann, a German woman. In August 1929, Davison shifted trades from pharmaceuticals to tires when he became the manager of a Firestone tire store and filling station. In 1930, Davison moved from Firestone to Goodrich tires. He had major surgery at the Mound Park Hospital in St. Petersburg in July 1930, followed by six weeks of recovery. Ultimately, his health issues would cause him to retire early at the age of forty-seven in early 1940. Davison died in 1945 from what his wife called “a long illness.” In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Proje…
creator: St. Petersburg Times
source: Digital reproduction of original newspaper article: "Manager." St. Petersburg Times, August 31, 1929.
publisher: St. Petersburg Times
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: St. Petersburg, Florida

Draft Registration Card, 1917
subject: World War, 1914-1918
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: The draft registration card for Bert Collier Davison (1892-1945). The card contains the demographic information for the soldier including name, age, home address, date of birth, place of birth, race, citizenship, trade or occupation, number of dependents, whether tall, medium, or short, slender, medium, or stout, eye and hair color, whether bald, and disabilities. World War I draft registration cards were completed by approximately 24 million men living in the U.S. in 1917 and 1918. Goins registered for the draft on June 5, 1917. Bert Collier Davison was born on July 28, 1890, in Atlanta, Georgia, to Anna Davison and Robert Davison. At the age of nineteen, Davison started a career in pharmaceutical sales. He registered for the draft on June 5, 1917, and was inducted into the United States Army on June 26, 1918. He left from France aboard the USS Zeelandia on September 8, 1917, and was assigned to the Administrative Labor Army Service Corps of the Quartermaster Corps. Near the end of the war, he earned a promotion to Corporal on October 1, 1918. Davison was tasked to stay with the Third Army during the occupation of the Rhineland after the war officially ended and did not depart from Europe until October 19, 1919. The work he did during the occupation earned Davison a promotion to Sergeant on May 20, 1919. He was honorably discharged on November 5, 1919. After returning home, Davison continued his work in pharmaceutical sales at Budd’s Pharmacy in St. Petersburg, Florida. He opened his own pharmacy in 1926. In April of the same year, Davison married Johanna Horstmann, a German woman. In August 1929, Davison shifted trades from pharmaceuticals to tires when he became the manager of a Firestone tire store and filling station. In 1930, Davison moved from Firestone to Goodrich tires. He had major surgery at the Mound Park Hospital in St. Petersburg in July 1930, followed by six weeks of recovery. Ultimately, his health issues would cause him to retire early at the age of…
creator: Edward Allen
source: Digital reproduction of original draft registration card by Edward Allen, June 5, 1917.
contributor: Bert Collier Davison
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Pinellas County, Florida

Affidavit of the Master or Commanding Officer, or First or Second Officer
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: The affidavit of the master or commanding officer, or first or second officer, for the SS Lake Felicity, signed by Leo Davis as the master of the ship on January 22, 1920. On this voyage, the ship sailed from Matanzas, Cuba, to New York, New York. The cargo ship was 250 feet long and powered by steam. Starting in 1918, the Detroit Ship Building Company began construction of the ship for Great Britain under the name SS War Lynx. However, the war ended before construction was finished. The ship was purchased by the United States and, upon completion, renamed the SS Lake Felicity. From 1925 to 1934, the ship was renamed yet again as the SS Norte for Argentina, and finally from 1934 to 1943 as the SS Tiete for Brazil. In 1944, the ship sank after a collision. A notable crewmember was Leo Rosser Davis (1880-1951). Born in Tallahassee, Florida, to James and Nora Davis, Leo was the oldest of four children. On June 1, 1918, at the age of thirty-eight, Leo received a commission as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy Reserve. He reported to the Naval Auxiliary Reserve in New York on June 3, 1918. Then, on June 22, he began his service aboard the USS Lykens (SP-876/AT-56). By late July, Leo commanded the ship, which operated in the northern Atlantic, off the coast of New England. Leo continued to command the ship through the end of World War I. On April 18, 1919, he was discharged and returned to Florida. After having spent so much time at sea, Leo earned the title of a master mariner. He sailed the civilian cargo ship SS Lake Felicity, a 250-foot steam-powered ship. On at least three occasions in 1919 and 1920, he commanded this ship and sailed between New Orleans, Louisiana, various Caribbean islands, and New York. On March 20, 1951, Leo passed away in the Bay Pines Hospital after spending nearly his entire life in the St. Petersburg area. He was survived by his wife Anna, his stepson William, his brothers Claude and Herbert, and his mother Nora. Leo is buried in Bay Pine…
creator: Davis, Leo Rosser
source: Digital reproduction of original affidavit, January 22, 1920: Microfilm Roll 2721, Line 1, Page 187.
publisher: United States Department of Labor
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: New York, New York

U.S.S. Lykens (SP-876/AT-56)
subject: World War, 1914-1918
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: A photograph of the USS Lykens (SP-876/AT-56), which was a 170-foot steam-powered tugboat. The photograph was taken sometime in 1917, after the ship was acquired by the United States Navy. Built in 1899, the Lykens started as a private vessel in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After the Navy acquired it, the ship operated in the Atlantic, reaching as far out as Bermuda and the Azores, primarily serving as a tender/decoy ship. Tender/decoy missions involved a ship travelling with an allied submarine in order to keep the sub supplied, while also acting as bait to draw out enemy submarines. A notable crewmember was the ship's commander, Leo Rosser Davis (1880-1951). Born in Tallahassee, Florida, to James and Nora Davis, Leo was the oldest of four children. On June 1, 1918, at the age of thirty-eight, Leo received a commission as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy Reserve. He reported to the Naval Auxiliary Reserve in New York on June 3, 1918. Then, on June 22, he began his service aboard the USS Lykens (SP-876/AT-56). By late July, Leo commanded the ship, which operated in the northern Atlantic, off the coast of New England. Leo continued to command the ship through the end of World War I. On April 18, 1919, he was discharged and returned to Florida. After having spent so much time at sea, Leo earned the title of a master mariner. He sailed the civilian cargo ship SS Lake Felicity, a 250-foot steam-powered ship. On at least three occasions in 1919 and 1920, he commanded this ship and sailed between New Orleans, Louisiana, various Caribbean islands, and New York. On March 20, 1951, Leo passed away in the Bay Pines Hospital after spending nearly his entire life in the St. Petersburg area. He was survived by his wife Anna, his stepson William, his brothers Claude and Herbert, and his mother Nora. Leo is buried in Bay Pines National Cemetery at Section 16, Row 6, Site 11. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the Nation…
creator: United States Navy
source: Digital reproduction of original black and white photograph: NH102011, US Naval History and Heritage Command, Washington, D.C.
publisher: Naval History and Heritage Command
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Navy Yard, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Florida State Population Census for Pinellas County, 1945
subject: Census--United States
subject: Population--United States
description: The Population of the United States Census of Florida records for Dade County, Miami, Florida, for 1945. The census divides the population by name, address, sex, race, age, degree of education, birthplace, and occupation or business. A notable person listed is Ben Davis (1895-1947). Born in Charleston, South Carolina, Davis moved to Clearwater, Florida, where he worked as a laborer for H.K. Cheney. On August 1, 1918, the United States Army inducted Davis into military service. Davis trained and served at Camp Devens, Massachusetts, for the entirety of his time in the military. Initially with the 151st Depot Brigade, he joined the 443rd Reserve Labor Battalion on November 1, 1918. On May 30, 1919, Davis received an honorable discharge from the Army, holding the rank of Private First Class. After the war, Davis returned to Clearwater, where he continued to work as a laborer. On October 20, 1944, Davis married Annie R. Leach, a native of Gainesville, Florida. Davis died on December 28, 1947, and is buried in the Bay Pines National Cemetery in Saint Petersburg, Florida in Section 6, Row 3, Site 16. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to create a digital archive of related data. The public can use the project-developed augmented-reality app at more than 100 gravesites at the Florida National Cemetery, where they can access the UCF student-authored biographies of veterans.
creator: Florida Department of State
source: Digital reproduction of original census record, 1945.
publisher: Florida Department of State
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Clearwater, Florida

List of Persons who Failed to Submit Questionnaires
subject: World War, 1914-1918
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: A list of persons in Clearwater, Florida, who failed to submit questionnaires regarding conscription to the Adjutant General of Florida. The document is dated January 30, 1918. Local draft boards sent out a sixteen-page questionnaire, which asked questions about virtually every aspect of registrants’ lives, their economic dependents and their claims for an exemption or deferred classification. Registrants had seven days to return the form. The Form 1013 lists the names of men within the jurisdiction of local draft boards who failed to return their questionnaires or report for examination. Classified as delinquents, the draft boards would report their names to the police who would seek to check their status. The penalty for failing to submit a questionnaire resulted in a registrant waiving their claims for deferred classification and automatically being classified in Class I. A notable person listed is Ben Davis (1895-1947). Born in Charleston, South Carolina, Davis moved to Clearwater, Florida, where he worked as a laborer for H.K. Cheney. On August 1, 1918, the United States Army inducted Davis into military service. Davis trained and served at Camp Devens, Massachusetts, for the entirety of his time in the military. Initially with the 151st Depot Brigade, he joined the 443rd Reserve Labor Battalion on November 1, 1918. On May 30, 1919, Davis received an honorable discharge from the Army, holding the rank of Private First Class. After the war, Davis returned to Clearwater, where he continued to work as a laborer. On October 20, 1944, Davis married Annie R. Leach, a native of Gainesville, Florida. Davis died on December 28, 1947, and is buried in the Bay Pines National Cemetery in Saint Petersburg, Florida in Section 6, Row 3, Site 16. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of vet…
creator: Adjutant General's Office, Florida
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten list. January 30, 1918.
publisher: Adjutant General's Office, Florida
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Clearwater, Florida

Veteran's Compensation Application for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
subject: World War, 1914-1918
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Application Form for Veterans Compensation, which authorized the state to compensate veterans native to Pennsylvania at the time of their enlistment. The application includes name, current address, branch and location of service, place of birth, dependents (wife, children, parents), stations assignments, promotions, wounds, service overseas, and honorable discharge date. A notable resident listed in this record is John T. Cowsert, who served as a soldier during the Mexican Border War and the First World War. He joined the United States Army as a member of the 12th Field Artillery for the 2nd Division. While deployed in France, he fought in the battles of Chateau-Thierry, Soissons, St. Mihiel, and the Meuse-Argonne. After armistice, John and the 2nd Division were part of the Army of Occupation that moved into Germany. For his service, John was awarded the Silver Star, two Croix de Guerres, and the Pershing Citation. After the war, John spent his life in St. Petersburg, Florida, with his wife, Irma. He worked for the Florida Power Corporation. Cowsert died on June 21, 1944, and was buried at Bay Pines National Cemetery Section 9, Row 2, Site 18. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to create a digital archive of related data. The public can use the project-developed augmented-reality app at more than 100 gravesites at the Florida National Cemetery, where they can access the UCF student-authored biographies of veteran…
creator: Lee, Ray E.
creator: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
source: Digital reproduction of the original veteran's compensation application.
publisher: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: St. Petersburg, Florida

John Cowsert Funeral Service Today at 1:30
subject: World War, 1914-1918
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: A newspaper article published in The Tampa Bay Times on June 22, 1944. The article reported about funeral services for John T. Cowsert, who served as a soldier during the Mexican Border War and the First World War. He joined the United States Army as a member of the 12th Field Artillery for the 2nd Division. While deployed in France, he fought in the battles of Chateau-Thierry, Soissons, St. Mihiel, and the Meuse-Argonne. After armistice, John and the 2nd Division were part of the Army of Occupation that moved into Germany. For his service, John was awarded the Silver Star, two Croix de Guerres, and the Pershing Citation. After the war, John spent his life in St. Petersburg, Florida, with his wife, Irma. He worked for the Florida Power Corporation. Cowsert died on June 21, 1944, and was buried at Bay Pines National Cemetery Section 9, Row 2, Site 18. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Central Florida schools to produce interactive curriculum for K-12 students. The corresponding website exhibit uses RICHES Mosaic Interface to create a digital archive of related data. The public can use the project-developed augmented-reality app at more than 100 gravesites at the Florida National Cemetery, where they can access the UCF student-authored biographies of veterans.
creator: Tampa Bay Times
source: Digital reproduction of original newspaper article: "John Cowsert Funeral Service Today at 1:30". June 22, 1944.
publisher: Tampa Bay Times
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: St. Petersburg, Florida

State Legion Convention Plans Reported Changed
subject: World War, 1914-1918
subject: Veterans--Florida
description: A newspaper article published in The Tampa Tribune on March 11, 1933. The article, entitled "State Legion Convention Plans Reported Changed," reported that James Norman Ball (1890-1940), commander of Leslie Collier post of the American Legion in Sebring, Florida, had been informed of a change in plans regarding where the group's Florida convention would be held. James Norman Ball was born in College Park, New York. After the death of his mother in 1899, Ball lived in an orphanage in Paterson, New Jersey. He eventually lived in the home of William and Sarah Speer in Paterson, where he worked as a stenographer by 1910. Soon after, Ball moved to Jacksonville, Florida, where he met and married Irene Elizabeth O’Hagan on June 21, 1914. During World War I, the Army inducted Ball on April 13, 1918, as he served at Army School of Aerial Photography in Rochester, New York. Aerial photography had become an important new tool for gathering military intelligence. Ball remained in Rochester during the duration of the war and afterwards until his honorable discharge on January 1, 1919. After the war, Ball returned to Florida, where he and his wife Irene raised three children: William Edward Ball, Irene Marguerite Ball, and James Thomas Ball. The Ball family eventually moved to Sebring, Barstow and Tampa, Florida, where James was active in the American Legion, the local Elks Lodge, and the Forty and Eight organizations. Ball died on May 22, 1940, in Tampa, and is buried in the Bay Pines National Cemetery in Saint Petersburg, Florida, in Section 4 Row 4 Site 16. In 2017, the University of Central Florida was one of three universities selected to launch the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program Project. The program engaged a team of scholars to make the life stories of veterans buried in the Florida National Cemetery available to the public. The project engages UCF students in research and writing and fosters collaboration between students, faculty and local Cen…
creator: Tampa Tribune
source: Digital reproduction of original newspaper article: "State Legion Convention Plans Reported Changed." Tampa tribune, March 11, 1933.
publisher: Tampa Tribune
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Sebring, Florida

S.O.L.
subject: World War, 1914-1918
subject: Veterans--Florida
subject: Army Air Service
description: A newspaper article published in The Airscout's Snapshot on October 2, 1918. The column, entitled "S.O.L.", was devoted to “real, honest-to-gosh photographers.” A notable soldier mentioned in the article is James Normal Ball (1890-1940), who the columnist jokes "wishes to meet his wife in New York City" because she would possibly "like to meet some of [his] 'girl friends' in Rochester." With the creation of the United States Army School of Aerial Photography at Kodak Park in Rochester, New York, commanding officer Captain Charles F. Betz approved the publication of The Airscout’s Snapshot as the school’s official paper. Produced weekly on Saturday by the soldier-students at Kodak Park, military officials believed the paper would contribute to the interest and efficiency of the school. For news columns, The Snapshot produced “short, pointed items, written without malice,” as every item became a ‘snapshot.’ All news published in the newspaper had to be censored by Captain Betz, as contributors could not submit questionable items. The newspaper ran from June 1, 1918 to December 4, 1918. James Norman Ball was born in College Park, New York. After the death of his mother in 1899, Ball lived in an orphanage in Paterson, New Jersey. He eventually lived in the home of William and Sarah Speer in Paterson, where he worked as a stenographer by 1910. Soon after, Ball moved to Jacksonville, Florida, where he met and married Irene Elizabeth O’Hagan on June 21, 1914. During World War I, the Army inducted Ball on April 13, 1918, as he served at Army School of Aerial Photography in Rochester, New York. Aerial photography had become an important new tool for gathering military intelligence. Ball remained in Rochester during the duration of the war and afterwards until his honorable discharge on January 1, 1919. After the war, Ball returned to Florida, where he and his wife Irene raised three children: William Edward Ball, Irene Marguerite Ball, and James Thomas Ball. The Ball family …
creator: The Airscout's Snapshot
source: Digital reproduction of original newspaper article: "S.O.L." The Airscout's Snapshot, October 2, 1918: Rochester Public Library Local History Division Historic Newspapers Collection.
publisher: The Airscout's Snapshot
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Rochester, New York

Minutes of Monthly Meeting, March 3, 1960
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Minutes of a monthly meeting of the Orlando Ministerial Association. The meeting was held on March 3, 1960, at the Y.M.C.A. in Orlando, Florida. The committee charged with looking into a possible merger had no report available on a possible amalgamation with the Orange Country Ministerial Association. Members unanimously concluded that they needed to register and urge their churchgoers to vote. Also discussed was the Sunday Closing Law, which mandated that all businesses had to close on Sunday. The Orlando Ministerial Association was against this because they saw it as a violation of constitutional rights. Non-violent lunch counter protests were also discussed.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten report, March 3, 1960: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Y.M.C.A., Orlando, Florida

Minutes of Monthly Meeting, January 7, 1960
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Minutes of a monthly meeting of the Orlando Ministerial Association. The meeting was held on January 7, 1960, at the Y.M.C.A. in Orlando, Florida. Harold E. Scott, chairman of the Citizens Committee for Good Government, began the meeting by speaking about the importance of citizens practicing their democratic rights and opportunities in the community. He especially focused on the importance of freedom of speech. Rabbi Shwartz reported on a possible merge with the Orange County Ministerial Association, announcing that they were co-sponsoring a luncheon with the Mental Health Association. A program committee was established and the meeting was adjourned.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten report, January 7, 1960: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Y.M.C.A., Orlando, Florida

Minutes of Monthly Meeting, December 3, 1959
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Minutes of a monthly meeting of the Orlando Ministerial Association. The meeting was held on December 3, 1959, at the Y.M.C.A. in Orlando, Florida. The matter of a possible amalgamation of the two local ministerial associations was discussed. The status of the organization's project in regard to the United Appeal was discussed. Reverend Jupiter reported that following their protest to the Appeal concerning the "Negro Division" and double solicitation of Negro working people, this year's arrangement presented no change in the situation whatsoever. It was decided that a special committee make a return visit to the Appeal to ask why something was not done as agreed upon.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten report, December 3, 1959: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Y.M.C.A., Orlando, Florida

Minutes of Monthly Meeting, May 1959
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Minutes of a monthly meeting of the Orlando Ministerial Association held in May 1959. One of the topics discussed was the high dropout rate at Jones High School, a notable African American school in Orlando. It was decided that a committee would be appointed to attend a PTA meeting at the school. It was also decided that a luncheon would be held on June 4, 1959, and the wives of the clergymen would be invited.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten report, May, 1959: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Y.M.C.A., Orlando, Florida

Minutes of Monthly Meeting, April 2, 1959
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Minutes of a monthly meeting of the Orlando Ministerial Association. The meeting was held on April 2, 1959, at the Y.M.C.A. in Orlando, Florida. A financial report was made and Rabbi Shwartz began a discussion about the "Parent Option Plan", which was a bill that was to be introduced to the state legislature. The purpose of the plan was to siphon money from public schools to private institutions so that white children could avoid having to attend desegregated public schools. The Orlando Ministerial Association voiced opposition to this legislation. The committee appointed to contact the United Appeal reported that they received favorable responses from officials. The discussion of "Religion in the Public Schools" was postponed, and the meeting was adjourned with a prayer.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten report, April 2, 1959: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Y.M.C.A., Orlando, Florida

Minutes of Monthly Meeting, March 5, 1959
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Minutes of a monthly meeting of the Orlando Ministerial Association. The meeting was held on March 5, 1959, at the Y.M.C.A. in Orlando, Florida. Pat Pinkerton of the Orlando Sentinel was present to discuss an update on the newspaper's policy of rejecting news and advertisements from African-American churches. At the previous meeting, Pinkerton suggested that the ministers of those churches submit their news and advertisements early in the week and directly in care of her. She reported that two advertisements had been published since then. A panel discussion on "Religion in the Public Schools" was conducted. It was agreed that it would continue at the next meeting.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten report, March 5, 1959: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Y.M.C.A., Orlando, Florida

Minutes of Monthly Meeting, February 5, 1959
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Minutes of a monthly meeting of the Orlando Ministerial Association. The meeting was held on February 5, 1959, at the Y.M.C.A. in Orlando, Florida. Secretary John. C. Fuller announced that a special offer was available to clergymen for Time magazine and that tickets were on sale for the annual Florida Council on Human Relations dinner. The committee appointed to confront the discrimination shown by the United Appeal was asked to submit their resolution to the rest of the members as soon as possible. Pat Pinkerton of the Orlando Sentinel was present to discuss the newspaper's policy of rejecting news and advertisements from African-American churches. Pinkerton urged the ministers of those churches to submit their news and advertisements early in the week directly in care of her. It was decided that the next meeting would include a panel discussion concerning "Religion in the Public Schools".
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten report, February 5, 1959: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Y.M.C.A., Orlando, Florida

A Declaration of Conscience by the Orlando Ministerial Association
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: A rough draft of a resolution entitled "A Declaration of Conscience", which was read to the members of the Orlando Ministerial Association during their meeting on October 2, 1958. The resolution addresses a recent bombing of a place of worship.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten document, October 2, 1958: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Florida

Minutes of Monthly Meeting, December 5, 1958 and January 19, 1958
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Minutes of two monthly meetings of the Orlando Ministerial Association. The meetings were held on December 5, 1958, and January 19, 1959. The record of the December meeting was written by acting secretary J. E. Williams. It was conducted at the Y.M.C.A., and Bill Briggs, the religion editor of the Orlando Sentinel, was present. A letter from the Martin Company inviting the Orlando Ministerial Association to attend a lunch at the plant was accepted. The meeting concluded with Rabbi Shwartz reading excerpts from "Only in America" by Harry Golden. The readings, which pertained to the racial situation in the south, were positively received by the members in attendance. The record of the January meeting was authored by John C. Fuller. It reported on the Orlando Ministerial Association's tour of the Martin Company's plant.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten report, December 5, 1958 and January 19, 1958: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Y.M.C.A., Orlando, Florida

Orlando Ministerial Association Thanksgiving Service Booklet
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: The Orlando Ministerial Association's Thanksgiving service booklet from November 24, 1960. The cover of the booklet features a photograph of a church surrounded by autumn foliage. The interfaith service was the first such community workshop service open to all peoples in the community.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten booklet, November 24, 1960: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Florida

A Midnight Clear
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, "A Midnight Clear.” The event was held at the Annie Russell Theater at Rollins College, located at 1000 Holt Avenue in Winter Park, Florida, on December 13 and 14, 2003. A fundraiser for Toys for Tots, the poster requests that attendees bring unwrapped toys. Tickets were $25 in advance through Rainbow City, Urban Think and orlandogaychorus.org and $30 at the door. The poster has a blue background that fades to yellow at the bottom. The title sits on a musical staff offset by a yellow moon and stars. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC and various sponsors across the bottom of the poster. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Annie Russell Theatre, Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida

Too Gay for Fringe?
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) mini-series, “Too Gay for Fringe?.” The events were held at the John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Loch Haven Park, located at 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando, Florida, on May 19, 20, 22, 26 and 27, 2007. Tickets were $10 with Fringe buttons, available through orlandofringe.com. The poster is horizontal, featuring a satirical picture of the pope and male nuns in the center and a yellow informational panel on each side. Artwork includes the logos of the OGC and the Fringe Festival. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center, Loch Haven Park, Orlando, Florida

From Crayons to Perfume
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “From Crayons to Perfume.” The event was held at the Plaza Live, located at 425 North Bumby Avenue in Orlando, Florida, on June 23, 2007. The show featured music and songs reflecting on all of life's different relationships. Tickets were $20 in advance through Urban Think, The Center, and orlandogaychorus.org and $25 at the door. The poster features a photograph of two men holding hands, taken from behind, with the title circling their hands. Artwork includes the logos of the OGC and various sponsors across the bottom of the poster. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: The Plaza Live Theatre, Orlando, Florida

Made in America
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, "Made in America.” The event was held at the Annie Russell Theater at Rollins College, located at 1000 Holt Avenue in Winter Park, Florida, on December 16 and 17, 2004. Tickets were $20 in advance through Rainbow City, Urban Think and orlandogaychorus.org and $25 at the door. The poster has a white background covered with the names of American composers and musicians in light grey. A star spangled sixteenth note sits next to the title. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC and various sponsors across the bottom of the poster. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Annie Russell Theatre, Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida

We're Ready for Our Close Up
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “We're Ready for Our Close-Up: A Tribute to the Movies”. The event was held at The Plaza Live, located at 425 North Bumby Avenue in Orlando, Florida, on May 18 and 19, 2013. The event was a tribute to the music of the movies. Tickets were $25 in advance through chorus members and orlandogaychorus.org and $30 at the door. The poster has a black background with rope-lined red carpet that ends at the title, illuminated in lights. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC, the Plaza Live, and various sponsors across the bottom of the page. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: The Plaza Live Theatre, Orlando, Florida

Eat, Drink & Be Merry!
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “Eat, Drink & Be Merry!”. The event was held at The Plaza Live, located at 425 North Bumby Avenue in Orlando, Florida, on December 14 and 15, 2013. The event was a silent auction fundraiser for Toys for Tots, partners of the OGC for 23 years. Tickets were $25 in advance through chorus members and orlandogaychorus.org and $30 at the door. The poster has a dark blue background with a Christmas tree made up of holiday shapes surrounding the title. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC, celebrating 25 years, Toys for Tots, and the Plaza Live. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: The Plaza Live Theatre, Orlando, Florida

A Lotta Night Music
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the annual Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “A Lotta Night Music.” The event was held at the Orlando Museum of Art, located at 2416 North Mills Avenue in Orlando, Florida, on Friday, June 29, 2012. Featuring four ensembles, “A Lotta Night Music” was a fundraiser cabaret to help send the OGC to the 2012 GALA Choruses Festival in December. Tickets were $20 through orlandogaychorus.org. The poster fades from dark blue to black vertically as lights descend on the silhouettes of illuminated concertgoers gathered halfway down the page. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC and their sponsors across the bottom of the page. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Orlando Museum of Art, Orlando, Florida

Seasoned Greetings
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “Seasoned Greetings.” The event was held at the Annie Russell Theater at Rollins College, located at 1000 Holt Avenue in Winter Park, Florida, on December 16 and 17, 2000. Featuring traditional music and "great food", “Seasoned Greetings” was a fundraiser for Toys for Tots. Tickets were $18 in advance through orlandogaychorus.org and $21 at the door. The poster has a green background with star ornaments offset by blue text. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC and various sponsors across the bottom of the poster. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Annie Russell Theatre, Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida

Jewels in the Night
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “Jewels in the Night.” The event was held at the Annie Russell Theater at Rollins College, located at 1000 Holt Avenue in Winter Park, Florida, on August 7, 1999. Featuring a social hour and silent auction preceding the show, “Jewels in the Night” was a benefit for the Orlando Gay Chorus. Tickets were $30 and available through Out & About Books and GLBCC. The poster has a dark blue background that fades to white in the middle. It is mostly text, with the title in yellow letters at the top, and no logos nor artwork. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Annie Russell Theatre, Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida

Carry a Torch
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “Carry a Torch.” The event was held at the Annie Russell Theater at Rollins College, located at 1000 Holt Avenue in Winter Park, Florida, on June 22 and 23, 2002. Tickets were $15 in advance through Rainbow City, Joy MCC, and orlandogaychorus.org and $18 at the door. The poster has a soft background that fades from yellow to blue top to bottom and left to right with three vector torches on the right-hand side. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC and various sponsors across the bottom of the poster. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Annie Russell Theatre, Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida

United in Pride, Together in Concert
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “United in Pride, Together in Concert.” A joint concert with the Tampa Bay Gay Men's Chorus, the event was held at the Beacham Theater, located at 46 North Orange Avenue, in Orlando, Florida, on June 15, 1991. Tickets were $15 in advance and at the door. The poster has an off-white background with a pink title and the names of each chorus in basic spotlights. Featured artwork includes the logo of the OGC and the Beacham Theater. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: The Beacham Theater, Orlando, Florida

Uncut Cabaret
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus' (OGC) adult content concert, “Uncut Cabaret.” The event was held at the Parliament House Resort's Footlight Theatre, located at 410 North Orange Blossom Trail in Orlando, Florida, on February 28, 2013. Tickets were $15 in advance through orlandogaychorus.org, and $20 at the door. The poster has a white background with a nude male holding a sign over his lower half that features the show's details. A red banner across the top right corner warns of adult content. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Footlight Theatre, Parliament House Resort, Orlando, Florida

Naughty and Nice
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “Naughty and Nice.” The event was held at The Plaza Live, located at 425 North Bumby Avenue in Orlando, Florida, on December 13 and 14, 2014. “Naughty and Nice” was a silent auction fundraiser for Toys for Tots, who were partners of the OGC for 24 years. Tickets were $25 in advance through chorus members and orlandogaychorus.org, and $30 at the door. The poster has a green background a hand holding a lump of coal coming in from the top right and Santa's hand holding a present coming in from the bottom right with the title in the middle. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC, Toys for Tots, and the Plaza Live. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: The Plaza Live Theatre, Orlando, Florida

Lights, Camera, Action!
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “Lights, Camera, Action!” The event was held at the Margeson Theatre, part of the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Loch Haven Park, located at 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando, Florida, on Saturday, April 2 and Sunday, April 3, 2005. Tickets were $20 in advance through Urban Think, The Center, and orlandogaychorus.org and $25 at the door. The poster has a black background with the red title illuminated by a yellow spotlight. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC and various sponsors across the bottom of the poster. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center, Loch Haven Park, Orlando, Florida

Glitter on the Highway
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “Glitter on the Highway.” The event was held at the Annie Russell Theater at Rollins College, located at 1000 Holt Avenue in Winter Park, Florida, on June 24 and 25, 2006. “Glitter on the Highway” featured music and songs by gay and lesbian composers, performers, and arrangers. Advance tickets were available through Urban Think, The Center, Gay Orlando and orlandogaychorus.org. The poster has a bright red background with an image of a woman's legs and shoes behind a curly title. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC and various sponsors across the bottom of the poster. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Annie Russell Theatre, Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida

A Marvelous Party
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “A Marvelous Party.” The event was held at the Orlando Science Center's Darden Theater, located at 777 E Princeton Street in Orlando, Florida, on March 23 and 24, 2002. Tickets were $15 in advance through Rainbow City, Joy Metropolitan Community Church, and orlandogaychorus.org, and $18 at the door. The poster has an orange and white background with yellow balloons and dark blue text. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC and various sponsors across the bottom of the poster. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Darden Theater, Orlando Science Center, Orlando, Florida

A Credit Card Christmas
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “A Credit Card Christmas.” The event was held at the Annie Russell Theater at Rollins College, located at 1000 Holt Avenue in Winter Park, Florida, on December 10 and 11, 2005. Featuring both traditional music and songs underscoring the commercialization of the holidays, “A Credit Card Christmas” was a fundraiser for Toys for Tots, partners of the OGC for 15 years. Tickets were $25 in advance through Urban Think, The Center, and orlandogaychorus.org and $30 at the door. The poster has a bright red background with an image of a yellow credit card coming in diagonally from the top left corner. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC and various sponsors across the bottom of the poster. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Annie Russell Theatre, Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida

Don't Touch that Dial
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “Don't Touch that Dial.” The event was held at the Margeson Theatre, part of the Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Loch Haven Park, located at 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando, Florida, on April 8 and 9, 2006. The event featured music from the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s, including radio, big band and jazz songs. “Don't Touch that Dial” was sponsored by a range of organizations, including the Walt Disney World Company, Air Tran Airlines, and Watermark. Advance tickets were available through Urban Think, the Center and, orlandogaychorus.org. The poster has a brown background accentuating a vintage radio and a bold title. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC and various sponsors across the bottom of the poster. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center, Loch Haven Park, Orlando, Florida

They're Playing Our Song
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “They're Playing Our Song.” The event was held at the Annie Russell Theater at Rollins College, located at 1000 Holt Avenue in Winter Park, Florida, on Saturday June 18, 2005, and Sunday, June 19, 2005. “They're Playing Our Song” was sponsored by a range of organizations, including the Walt Disney World Company, Air Tran Airlines, and Watermark. Tickets were $20 in advance through Urban Think, the Center and, orlandogaychorus.org. Tickets were $25 at the door. The poster is various shades of brown and beige and depicts an abstract piano above the scripted title of the show. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC, who were celebrating 25 years, and various OGC sponsors across the bottom of the poster. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: Annie Russell Theatre, Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida

A Lotta Night Music
subject: Orlando (Fla.)
subject: Music--Florida
subject: Dance--United States
description: A poster for the annual Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) concert, “A Lotta Night Music.” The event was held at the Mezz, located at 100 South Eola Drive in Orlando, Florida, on Friday, June 9, 2017. Directed by Harold C. Wright, “A Lotta Night Music” was sponsored by John Michael Exquisite Weddings and Catering. Tickets were $20 and available through orlandogaychorus.org. The poster fades from dark blue to black vertically as lights descend on the silhouettes of illuminated concertgoers gathered halfway down the page. Featured artwork includes the logos of the OGC, the Mezz, and United Arts of Central Florida. The Orlando Gay Chorus is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and humanitarian organization part of GALA Choruses. Founded on Valentines Day 1990, OGC is not only one of the largest mixed gay choirs in the United States at over 100 members, but they also boast four smaller ensembles that perform annual concerts, cabarets, and a whole host of community events like Come Out With Pride, Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees, and World Aids Day memorial services. In 2017, the group performed at over 105 events, including 15 performances for the first anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. Members come from all walks of life and all sexual and gender orientations, including straight allies. OGC lives by the motto “Singing the World to a Better Place” and strives to use music to change attitudes and build a stronger community.
creator: Orlando Gay Chorus
source: Original color poster: University of Central Florida Special Collections, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: Orlando Gay Chorus
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: The Mezz, Orlando, Florida

Oral Memoirs of Jeannie Economos
subject: Lake Apopka (Fla.)
subject: Apopka (Fla.)
subject: Migrant labor
subject: Agriculture--Florida
description: An oral history interview of Jeannie Economos, the Pesticide Safety and Environmental Health Project Coordinator at the Farmworker Association of Florida (FAF), who also worked as Lake Apopka Project Coordinator for the FAF, as well as for non-profit organizations such as the Audubon Society and Save the Manatee Club. The interview was conducted by Jared Muha at the FAF in Apopka on December 10, 2014. Topics discussed in the interview include a summary of her career, the Lake Apopka Project versus the Lake Apopka Restoration Act of 1996, the Farmworker Association of Florida, pesticide health and safety, common environmental challenges facing farmworkers, the necessity of farmworkers, the evolution of farmworkers, African-American farmworkers in Apopka, the shutdown of Lake Apopka, effects of the shutdown on African-American farmworkers, the influx of Hispanic farmworkers, and the future of farm labor in the United States.
creator: Economos, Jeannie
creator: Muha, Jared
source: Economos, Jeannie. Interviewed by Jared Muha, December 10, 2014. Audio record available. RICHES, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: RICHES
contributor: Cravero, Geoffrey
format: audio/mp3
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Sound
coverage: Farmworker Association of Florida, Apopka, Florida
coverage: Hawthorne Village, Apopka, Florida
coverage: Lake Apopka, Florida

Oral Memoirs of Benjamin Franklin Wheeler III
subject: Oviedo (Fla.)
subject: Citrus--Florida
subject: Citrus fruit industry--Florida
subject: Packing-houses--United States
subject: Agriculture--Florida
subject: Celery
description: An oral history interview of Benjamin Franklin Wheeler III, a descendant of the Wheeler and Lawton families in Oviedo. The interview was conducted by Desta Lee Horner at the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida, on June 18th, 2019. Some of the topics covered include the family history of the Lawtons and Wheelers, the significance of the pine timber industry in Oviedo, the career path of Benjamin Franklin Wheeler, Sr., the role of Benjamin Franklin Wheeler, Sr. in the incorporation and development of Oviedo, withstanding freezes and destruction of crops and trees, shipping citrus on the railroads and the decline of the citrus industry in Oviedo, working in packing houses, varieties of citrus production in Oviedo, transitioning from citrus to celery production, how packing houses served a social function, building a railroad on muck land and dealing with derailed trains, how Seminole County was formed and the consequences of its formation, George Kelsey and enforcing the law in a small town, eccentric characters and interesting stories from Oviedo, how churches influenced life in Oviedo, how the Oviedo lights became an urban legend, how being a bedroom community shaped the City of Oviedo, how the Oviedo Fire Department evolved, his experience with race relations in Oviedo, how Alafaya Trail became a paved road, deciding on where to build Florida Technological University, and his closing remarks.
creator: Wheeler, Benjamin Franklin III
creator: Horner, Desta
source: Wheeler III, Benjamin Franklin. Interviewed by Desta Lee Horner, June 18, 2019. Audio record available. RICHES of Central Florida, Orlando, Florida.
publisher: RICHES
format: video/mp4
format: application/pdf
language: eng
type: Moving Image
coverage: Five Points Operations Complex, Sanford, Florida
coverage: Florida Technological University, Orlando, Florida
coverage: Holler Chevrolet, Winter Park, Florida
coverage: Memorial Building, Oviedo, Florida
coverage: Nelson and Company Packing Plant, Oviedo, Florida
coverage: Oviedo, Florida
coverage: Oviedo Depot, Oviedo, Florida
coverage: Oviedo Drug and Meat World, Oviedo, Florida

Minutes of Monthly Meeting, October 30, 1958
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Minutes of a monthly meeting of the Orlando Ministerial Association. The meeting was held on October 30, 1958, at the First Unitarian Church of Orlando. This meeting is notable for being the first annually held business meeting. The first topic discussed was that a resolution be drawn up on the matter of desegregating "The Negro Division" of the United Appeal. It would be written by Reverends Staggers, Fuller, Jupiter and C.A Johnson. The second topic discussed was the refusal of the Orlando Sentinel to accept advertisement from African American churches. It was decided that a delegation of members from the Orlando Ministerial Association would meet with the editors of the newspaper to discuss the issue. Next, elections of permanent officers were held. The meeting concluded with a resolution of the Jacksonville bombings being passed called the Declaration of Conscience. The resolution condemned the bombings, saying that the bombers were working against the teachings of Jesus, Moses and Isaiah. The document was written by John C. Fuller, who was Secretary of the Orlando Ministerial Association.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten report, October 30, 1958: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Florida

Minutes of Monthly Meeting, October 2, 1958
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Minutes of a monthly meeting of the Orlando Ministerial Association. The meeting was held on October 2, 1958, at the Y.M.C.A in Orlando, Florida. The first topic discussed was an election of permanent officers that would take place on October 20, 1958. The second topic discussed was the discrimination of African-Americans by the United Appeal. This inequality being best exemplified by the existence of a colored division within the United Appeal. The final topic discussed concerned the refusal of the Orlando Sentinel to accept advertisements from African-American churches. The document was written by John C. Fuller, who was Secretary of the Orlando Ministerial Association.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten report, October 2, 1958: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Y.M.C.A., Orlando, Florida

Minutes of Monthly Meeting, June 5, 1958
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Minutes of a monthly meeting of the Orlando Ministerial Association. The meeting was held on June 5, 1958, at the Y.M.C.A. in Orlando, Florida. The focus of this meeting was the bombings of a synagogue and African-American school that took place in Jacksonville on April 28, 1958. Two letter were read by Rabbi Kurz, who was the chairman of a special committee concerning the tragedy. The first letter was to the mayor and police department of Jacksonville and the second was to Representative Herlong and two Florida senators. At the end of the meeting, it was authorized that letters of thanks be sent to Mr. Brock, secretary of the Y.M.C.A. for letting them use their building as a meeting place. Appreciation of Pat Pinkerton of the Orlando Sentinel was also expressed due to her providing fair coverage of the meeting. The document was written by John C. Fuller, who was Secretary of the Orlando Ministerial Association.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten report, June 1958: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Y.M.C.A., Orlando, Florida

Minutes of Monthly Meeting, May 8, 1958
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Minutes of a monthly meeting of the Orlando Ministerial Association. The meeting was held on May 8, 1958, at the Y.M.C.A. in Orlando, Florida. According to the document, the members in attendance discussed the bombing of a synagogue and a black elementary school in Jacksonville on April 28, 1958. Anonymous callers claimed responsibility for the bombings and reportedly belonged to a group called the "Confederate Union". The document details how the members of the meeting were disturbed by this and conducted several actions, including setting up a committee to pass a resolution concerning the bombings, sending a letter of commendation to the mayor and police department of Jacksonville, and having the special committee consider sending a letter to Senator Smathers, asking him to get the Justice Department involved. The document was written by John C. Fuller, who was Secretary of the Orlando Ministerial Association.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten report, May 8, 1958: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Y.M.C.A., Orlando, Florida

Minutes of Monthly Meeting, April 3, 1958
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Minutes of a monthly meeting of the Orlando Ministerial Association. The meeting was held on April 3, 1958, at the Y.M.C.A. in Orlando, Florida. According to the document, a number of visitors became members during the meeting and it was decided that all members would pay one dollar until set dues were voted upon. The proposed charter was read to the members and discussed. The members decided that the charter should state that the association would confine itself to Greater Orlando. The meeting concluded with Reverend Staggers and Rabbi Kurz giving a presentation about the topic "Problems Facing Ministers in this Community". The document was written by John C. Fuller, who was Secretary of the Orlando Ministerial Association.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten report, April 3, 1958: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Y.M.C.A., Orlando, Florida

Minutes of Monthly Meeting, March 6, 1958
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Minutes of a monthly meeting of the Orlando Ministerial Association. The meeting was held on March 6, 1958, at the temple of Liberal Judaism in Orlando, Florida. The document introduces a number of new members and mentions that the minutes of the charter meeting were approved. The record also mentions that a member brought up that a charter needed to be composed, which the rest of the group attending agreed with. The document was written by John C. Fuller, who was Secretary of the Orlando Ministerial Association.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten report, March 6, 1958: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Temple of Liberal Judaism, Orlando, Florida

Minutes of Charter Meeting, February 20, 1958
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: The Orlando Ministerial Association's minutes of a charter meeting on February 20, 1958. The meeting was held at Temple Israel in Winter Springs, Florida. The association was founded with the purpose of being "open to all clergymen of Orlando regardless of faith or race or creed" and to "attempt to meet the challenge and development of Orlando, with its concomitant social, moral and religious problems, through the unified thinking and action of all religious leaders". The document lists the charter members and the elections of officers. The minutes were recorded by John C. Fuller of the First Orlando Unitarian Church, who was the secretary of the association at this time. There are handwritten edits on both documents.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten reports, February 20, 1958: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: Temple Israel, Winter Springs, Florida

Proposed Charter of the Orlando Ministerial Association
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: Proposed charter for the Orlando Ministerial Association, which was a group of white, black and Jewish clergymen whose goal was to meet the social, moral and religious problems of Orlando. The association was open to people of all races and creeds, making it one of the few integrated associations in Orlando at the time. The charter committee included Fred A. Corliss, J. E. Williams, E. Page, J. C. Fuller, R. B. Hemingway and J. M. Phipps.
creator: Orlando Ministerial Association
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten reports, March 5, 1956: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Florida

Liberal Religious Youth Schedule
subject: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
description: A typewritten card containing the schedule of the Liberal Religious Youth, which was an autonomous youth group affiliated with the Unitarian Universalist Association. The group had a presence in Orlando and was responsible for organizing and conducting civil rights demonstrations during the 1960s, including sit-ins at segregated lunch counters and going to other segregated establishments such as theaters and pools. A notable demonstration by the Orlando group was their sit-in at Stroud's Rex Hall Drug Store on March 9, 1961. The Liberal Religious Youth group in Orlando was composed of white and black students generally between the ages of fourteen and nineteen. They met in the library and Gore Hall building of the First Unitarian Church of Orlando at 1901 East Robinson Street. The group disbanded in 1982.
creator: Liberal Religious Youth
source: Digital reproduction of original typewritten card: First Unitarian Church of Orlando.
publisher: First Unitarian Church of Orlando
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Text
coverage: First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Florida

Charley Williams, William "Bill" Rawls, Jr. and John Ashworth
subject: Lynching
subject: Memorials--Florida
subject: Slavery--United States
subject: Film
subject: Movies
subject: Motion pictures--United States
description: Charley Williams, William "Bill" Rawls, Jr. and John Ashworth at a screening of the 60-minute documentary, "The Yard", at the First Unitarian Church of Orlando. The event took place on March 7, 2019, from 6:30pm to 9:00 pm, with a $10 suggested donation. The screening of the film was followed by a panel discussion that included the filmmaker. Partners in the event included Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Peace and Justice Institute (Valencia College), Bridge the Gap Coalition, Global Peace Film Festival, Hannibal Square Heritage Center, League of Women Voters of Orange County, UCF RICHES Program, and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc. (Orlando Chapter). The Alliance for Truth and Justice (ATJ) is a volunteer-based organization that engages with the community to promote education concerning the truth of local history and to advocate justice for those who have been harmed by inequities born of prejudice. ATJ builds on the work of Montgomery-based Equal Justice Initiative as well as the local efforts of Democracy Forum, the West Orange Reconciliation Task Force, and the Ocoee Human Relations Diversity Board. This project is rooted in acknowledging the 1920 Election Day Massacre in Orange County and all of the violence committed in the name of white supremacy. Their mission statement says that they are "working to create a more hopeful, collaborative, and just society for every person in Orange County, Florida."
creator: Wray, Emily
source: Original color photographs by Emily Wray: Alliance for Truth and Justice, Orange County, Florida.
publisher: RICHES
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Orlando, Florida

John Ashworth, John Reyer Afamasaga, Tim Huebner and Margaret Vandiver
subject: Lynching
subject: Memorials--Florida
subject: Slavery--United States
subject: Film
subject: Movies
subject: Motion pictures--United States
description: John Ashworth, John Reyer Afamasaga, Tim Huebner and Margaret Vandiver at a screening of the 60-minute documentary, "The Yard", at the First Unitarian Church of Orlando. The event took place on March 7, 2019, from 6:30pm to 9:00 pm, with a $10 suggested donation. The screening of the film was followed by a panel discussion that included the filmmaker. Partners in the event included Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Peace and Justice Institute (Valencia College), Bridge the Gap Coalition, Global Peace Film Festival, Hannibal Square Heritage Center, League of Women Voters of Orange County, UCF RICHES Program, and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc. (Orlando Chapter). The Alliance for Truth and Justice (ATJ) is a volunteer-based organization that engages with the community to promote education concerning the truth of local history and to advocate justice for those who have been harmed by inequities born of prejudice. ATJ builds on the work of Montgomery-based Equal Justice Initiative as well as the local efforts of Democracy Forum, the West Orange Reconciliation Task Force, and the Ocoee Human Relations Diversity Board. This project is rooted in acknowledging the 1920 Election Day Massacre in Orange County and all of the violence committed in the name of white supremacy. Their mission statement says that they are "working to create a more hopeful, collaborative, and just society for every person in Orange County, Florida."
creator: Wray, Emily
source: Original color photographs by Emily Wray: Alliance for Truth and Justice, Orange County, Florida.
publisher: RICHES
format: image/jpg
type: Still Images
coverage: First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Orlando, Florida

John Reyer Afamasaga, Tim Huebner and Margaret Vandiver
subject: Lynching
subject: Memorials--Florida
subject: Slavery--United States
subject: Film
subject: Movies
subject: Motion pictures--United States
description: John Reyer Afamasaga, Tim Huebner and Margaret Vandiver at a screening of the 60-minute documentary, "The Yard", at the First Unitarian Church of Orlando. The event took place on March 7, 2019, from 6:30pm to 9:00 pm, with a $10 suggested donation. The screening of the film was followed by a panel discussion that included the filmmaker. Partners in the event included Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Peace and Justice Institute (Valencia College), Bridge the Gap Coalition, Global Peace Film Festival, Hannibal Square Heritage Center, League of Women Voters of Orange County, UCF RICHES Program, and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc. (Orlando Chapter). The Alliance for Truth and Justice (ATJ) is a volunteer-based organization that engages with the community to promote education concerning the truth of local history and to advocate justice for those who have been harmed by inequities born of prejudice. ATJ builds on the work of Montgomery-based Equal Justice Initiative as well as the local efforts of Democracy Forum, the West Orange Reconciliation Task Force, and the Ocoee Human Relations Diversity Board. This project is rooted in acknowledging the 1920 Election Day Massacre in Orange County and all of the violence committed in the name of white supremacy. Their mission statement says that they are "working to create a more hopeful, collaborative, and just society for every person in Orange County, Florida."
creator: Wray, Emily
source: Original color photographs by Emily Wray: Alliance for Truth and Justice, Orange County, Florida.
publisher: RICHES
format: image/jpg
type: Still Images
coverage: First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Orlando, Florida

John Ashworth
subject: Lynching
subject: Memorials--Florida
subject: Slavery--United States
subject: Film
subject: Movies
subject: Motion pictures--United States
description: John Ashworth at a screening of the 60-minute documentary, "The Yard", at the First Unitarian Church of Orlando. The event took place on March 7, 2019, from 6:30pm to 9:00 pm, with a $10 suggested donation. The screening of the film was followed by a panel discussion that included the filmmaker. Partners in the event included Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Peace and Justice Institute (Valencia College), Bridge the Gap Coalition, Global Peace Film Festival, Hannibal Square Heritage Center, League of Women Voters of Orange County, UCF RICHES Program, and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc. (Orlando Chapter). The Alliance for Truth and Justice (ATJ) is a volunteer-based organization that engages with the community to promote education concerning the truth of local history and to advocate justice for those who have been harmed by inequities born of prejudice. ATJ builds on the work of Montgomery-based Equal Justice Initiative as well as the local efforts of Democracy Forum, the West Orange Reconciliation Task Force, and the Ocoee Human Relations Diversity Board. This project is rooted in acknowledging the 1920 Election Day Massacre in Orange County and all of the violence committed in the name of white supremacy. Their mission statement says that they are "working to create a more hopeful, collaborative, and just society for every person in Orange County, Florida."
creator: Wray, Emily
source: Original color photographs by Emily Wray: Alliance for Truth and Justice, Orange County, Florida.
publisher: RICHES
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Orlando, Florida

Charley Williams
subject: Lynching
subject: Memorials--Florida
subject: Slavery--United States
subject: Film
subject: Movies
subject: Motion pictures--United States
description: Charley Williams at a screening of the 60-minute documentary, "The Yard", at the First Unitarian Church of Orlando. The event took place on March 7, 2019, from 6:30pm to 9:00 pm, with a $10 suggested donation. The screening of the film was followed by a panel discussion that included the filmmaker. Partners in the event included Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Peace and Justice Institute (Valencia College), Bridge the Gap Coalition, Global Peace Film Festival, Hannibal Square Heritage Center, League of Women Voters of Orange County, UCF RICHES Program, and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc. (Orlando Chapter). The Alliance for Truth and Justice (ATJ) is a volunteer-based organization that engages with the community to promote education concerning the truth of local history and to advocate justice for those who have been harmed by inequities born of prejudice. ATJ builds on the work of Montgomery-based Equal Justice Initiative as well as the local efforts of Democracy Forum, the West Orange Reconciliation Task Force, and the Ocoee Human Relations Diversity Board. This project is rooted in acknowledging the 1920 Election Day Massacre in Orange County and all of the violence committed in the name of white supremacy. Their mission statement says that they are "working to create a more hopeful, collaborative, and just society for every person in Orange County, Florida."
creator: Wray, Emily
source: Original color photographs by Emily Wray: Alliance for Truth and Justice, Orange County, Florida.
publisher: RICHES
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Orlando, Florida

Charley Williams and John Ashworth
subject: Lynching
subject: Memorials--Florida
subject: Slavery--United States
subject: Film
subject: Movies
subject: Motion pictures--United States
description: Charley Williams and John Ashworth at a screening of the 60-minute documentary, "The Yard", at the First Unitarian Church of Orlando. The event took place on March 7, 2019, from 6:30pm to 9:00 pm, with a $10 suggested donation. The screening of the film was followed by a panel discussion that included the filmmaker. Partners in the event included Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Peace and Justice Institute (Valencia College), Bridge the Gap Coalition, Global Peace Film Festival, Hannibal Square Heritage Center, League of Women Voters of Orange County, UCF RICHES Program, and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc. (Orlando Chapter). The Alliance for Truth and Justice (ATJ) is a volunteer-based organization that engages with the community to promote education concerning the truth of local history and to advocate justice for those who have been harmed by inequities born of prejudice. ATJ builds on the work of Montgomery-based Equal Justice Initiative as well as the local efforts of Democracy Forum, the West Orange Reconciliation Task Force, and the Ocoee Human Relations Diversity Board. This project is rooted in acknowledging the 1920 Election Day Massacre in Orange County and all of the violence committed in the name of white supremacy. Their mission statement says that they are "working to create a more hopeful, collaborative, and just society for every person in Orange County, Florida."
creator: Wray, Emily
source: Original color photographs by Emily Wray: Alliance for Truth and Justice, Orange County, Florida.
publisher: RICHES
format: image/jpg
type: Still Image
coverage: First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Orlando, Florida

Josie Lemon Allen
subject: Lynching
subject: Memorials--Florida
subject: Slavery--United States
subject: Film
subject: Movies
subject: Motion pictures--United States
description: Josie Lemon Allen at a screening of the 60-minute documentary, "The Yard", at the First Unitarian Church of Orlando. The event took place on March 7, 2019, from 6:30pm to 9:00 pm, with a $10 suggested donation. The screening of the film was followed by a panel discussion that included the filmmaker. Partners in the event included Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Peace and Justice Institute (Valencia College), Bridge the Gap Coalition, Global Peace Film Festival, Hannibal Square Heritage Center, League of Women Voters of Orange County, UCF RICHES Program, and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc. (Orlando Chapter). The Alliance for Truth and Justice (ATJ) is a volunteer-based organization that engages with the community to promote education concerning the truth of local history and to advocate justice for those who have been harmed by inequities born of prejudice. ATJ builds on the work of Montgomery-based Equal Justice Initiative as well as the local efforts of Democracy Forum, the West Orange Reconciliation Task Force, and the Ocoee Human Relations Diversity Board. This project is rooted in acknowledging the 1920 Election Day Massacre in Orange County and all of the violence committed in the name of white supremacy. Their mission statement says that they are "working to create a more hopeful, collaborative, and just society for every person in Orange County, Florida."
creator: Wray, Emily
source: Original color photographs by Emily Wray: Alliance for Truth and Justice, Orange County, Florida.
publisher: RICHES
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Images
coverage: First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Orlando, Florida

Audience at First Unitarian Church of Orlando
subject: Lynching
subject: Memorials--Florida
subject: Slavery--United States
subject: Film
subject: Movies
subject: Motion pictures--United States
description: The audience at a screening of the 60-minute documentary, "The Yard", at the First Unitarian Church of Orlando. The event took place on March 7, 2019, from 6:30pm to 9:00 pm, with a $10 suggested donation. The screening of the film was followed by a panel discussion that included the filmmaker. Partners in the event included Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Peace and Justice Institute (Valencia College), Bridge the Gap Coalition, Global Peace Film Festival, Hannibal Square Heritage Center, League of Women Voters of Orange County, UCF RICHES Program, and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc. (Orlando Chapter). The Alliance for Truth and Justice (ATJ) is a volunteer-based organization that engages with the community to promote education concerning the truth of local history and to advocate justice for those who have been harmed by inequities born of prejudice. ATJ builds on the work of Montgomery-based Equal Justice Initiative as well as the local efforts of Democracy Forum, the West Orange Reconciliation Task Force, and the Ocoee Human Relations Diversity Board. This project is rooted in acknowledging the 1920 Election Day Massacre in Orange County and all of the violence committed in the name of white supremacy. Their mission statement says that they are "working to create a more hopeful, collaborative, and just society for every person in Orange County, Florida."
creator: Wray, Emily
source: Original color photographs by Emily Wray: Alliance for Truth and Justice, Orange County, Florida.
publisher: RICHES
format: image/jpg
type: Still Images
coverage: First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Orlando, Florida

William "Bill" Rawls, Jr.
subject: Lynching
subject: Memorials--Florida
subject: Slavery--United States
subject: Film
subject: Movies
subject: Motion pictures--United States
description: Mayor William "Bill Rawls, Jr. at a screening of the 60-minute documentary, "The Yard", at the First Unitarian Church of Orlando. Rawls became the first African-American mayor of the city of Brownsville, Tennessee, in 2014. The event took place on March 7, 2019, from 6:30pm to 9:00 pm, with a $10 suggested donation. The screening of the film was followed by a panel discussion that included the filmmaker. Partners in the event included Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Peace and Justice Institute (Valencia College), Bridge the Gap Coalition, Global Peace Film Festival, Hannibal Square Heritage Center, League of Women Voters of Orange County, UCF RICHES Program, and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc. (Orlando Chapter). The Alliance for Truth and Justice (ATJ) is a volunteer-based organization that engages with the community to promote education concerning the truth of local history and to advocate justice for those who have been harmed by inequities born of prejudice. ATJ builds on the work of Montgomery-based Equal Justice Initiative as well as the local efforts of Democracy Forum, the West Orange Reconciliation Task Force, and the Ocoee Human Relations Diversity Board. This project is rooted in acknowledging the 1920 Election Day Massacre in Orange County and all of the violence committed in the name of white supremacy. Their mission statement says that they are "working to create a more hopeful, collaborative, and just society for every person in Orange County, Florida."
creator: Wray, Emily
source: Original color photographs by Emily Wray: Alliance for Truth and Justice, Orange County, Florida.
publisher: RICHES
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Images
coverage: First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Orlando, Florida

Wrestling with Our Understanding of Race and Ethnicity
subject: Lynching
subject: Memorials--Florida
subject: Slavery--United States
subject: Film
subject: Movies
subject: Motion pictures--United States
description: A poster board on an easel with instructions that encourage sharing one's experiences about race and ethnicity using just six words by adding their thoughts to a sticky note and leaving it for others to read. The display was set up outside a screening of the 60-minute documentary, "The Yard", at the First Unitarian Church of Orlando. The event took place on March 7, 2019, from 6:30pm to 9:00 pm, with a $10 suggested donation. The screening of the film was followed by a panel discussion that included the filmmaker. Partners in the event included Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Peace and Justice Institute (Valencia College), Bridge the Gap Coalition, Global Peace Film Festival, Hannibal Square Heritage Center, League of Women Voters of Orange County, UCF RICHES Program, and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc. (Orlando Chapter). The Alliance for Truth and Justice (ATJ) is a volunteer-based organization that engages with the community to promote education concerning the truth of local history and to advocate justice for those who have been harmed by inequities born of prejudice. ATJ builds on the work of Montgomery-based Equal Justice Initiative as well as the local efforts of Democracy Forum, the West Orange Reconciliation Task Force, and the Ocoee Human Relations Diversity Board. This project is rooted in acknowledging the 1920 Election Day Massacre in Orange County and all of the violence committed in the name of white supremacy. Their mission statement says that they are "working to create a more hopeful, collaborative, and just society for every person in Orange County, Florida."
creator: Wray, Emily
source: Original color photographs by Emily Wray: Alliance for Truth and Justice, Orange County, Florida.
publisher: RICHES
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Image
coverage: First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Orlando, Florida

Truth and Justice Project Orange County Banners
subject: Lynching
subject: Memorials--Florida
subject: Slavery--United States
subject: Film
subject: Movies
subject: Motion pictures--United States
description: Two banners for the Truth and Justice Project, Orange County, at a screening of the 60-minute documentary, "The Yard", at the First Unitarian Church of Orlando. The event took place on March 7, 2019, from 6:30pm to 9:00 pm, with a $10 suggested donation. The screening of the film was followed by a panel discussion that included the filmmaker. Partners in the event included Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Peace and Justice Institute (Valencia College), Bridge the Gap Coalition, Global Peace Film Festival, Hannibal Square Heritage Center, League of Women Voters of Orange County, UCF RICHES Program, and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc. (Orlando Chapter). The Alliance for Truth and Justice (ATJ) is a volunteer-based organization that engages with the community to promote education concerning the truth of local history and to advocate justice for those who have been harmed by inequities born of prejudice. ATJ builds on the work of Montgomery-based Equal Justice Initiative as well as the local efforts of Democracy Forum, the West Orange Reconciliation Task Force, and the Ocoee Human Relations Diversity Board. This project is rooted in acknowledging the 1920 Election Day Massacre in Orange County and all of the violence committed in the name of white supremacy. Their mission statement says that they are "working to create a more hopeful, collaborative, and just society for every person in Orange County, Florida."
creator: Wray, Emily
source: Original color photographs by Emily Wray: Alliance for Truth and Justice, Orange County, Florida.
publisher: RICHES
format: image/jpg
language: eng
type: Still Images
coverage: First Unitarian Church of Orlando, Orlando, Florida