Hubert Dock Harris and Clifton Fisher work on a temporary solution to repair No. 1 paper machine by revising the line shaft in order to hook up an electric motor to it. This photograph is part of a collection of photographs that were created for the…
In this letter of January 24, 1947, Ida J. Smith writes to Dan Tompkins discussing her teaching career in Graham and Jackson County. Ms. Smith describes being the first teacher in Tapoco where she was given books, lived in a furnished apartment, and…
Ike Fischer, Grover Fisher, and Charlie Mathis eating at the Legion Home for a local union group gathering. This photograph is part of a collection of photographs that were created for the Sylvan, a monthly 1950's publication of Sylva's Mead…
In this letter of July 16, 1880, Special Agent J. A. Sibbald writes to Captain James W. Terrell requesting the names of “Willgeeske’s” heirs and Littlejohn’s family members, as they are entitled to a tract of land. Mr. Sibbald inquires whether…
In this letter of June 16, 1877, J. J. Newell writes to an unknown recipient (possibly James W. Terrell) regarding the progress of the “Cherokee Matters” in the Department of Indian Affairs. Newell explains three Commissioners investigated the Indian…
In this letter of January 26, 1888, J. W. Cooper writes to Captain James W. Terrell reminding him to send a note as promised. Mr. Cooper speculates that legislation will be passed regarding construction of the Western North Carolina Railroad.
In this letter of May 26, 1888, J. W. Fisher writes to James W. Terrell inquiring about the Axley land sale and a possible hearing of the case in court. Mr. Fisher also informs Terrell about a recent murder in Jackson County.
In this letter of November 18, 1844, Johnson W. King writes to William H. Thomas about Thomas’ business matters in western North Carolina and his legal representation of the Cherokee Indians in Washington, D.C.
This 44-page booklet discusses many aspects of Jackson County Public Schools over a hundred year period from 1853-1954. Photographs of schools are included.