Digital photographs from Manuscript Collection MS 1595, Washington Street from the Diamond Hill Historical District Society held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia.
Note - photos are uploaded in numerical order by house number
Digital photographs from Manuscript Collection MS 1595, Folder 1-5 of Images of events and holidays from the Diamond Hill Historical Society manuscript collection 1595 held at Jones Memorial Library in Lynchburg, Virginia.
The original digital images are in tiff format. Images have been compressed into pdf files and are uploaded in batches.
Diamond Hill Papers Held At Jones Memorial Library In Lynchburg, Virginia.
The Papers Include Membership Lists, Historic Home Tours Brochures, Newspaper Clippings, And Photographs For The Diamond Hill District Of Lynchburg.
Parts of this collection have been digitized and are searchable under the digital collections Item Set "Diamond Hill Papers."
Tory Lucas's presentation, "Dissing Ability," challenges societal perceptions of disability, urging a shift from a focus on limitations to recognizing capabilities. It reviews the historical mistreatment of individuals with disabilities and highlights significant civil rights advancements, including the Americans with Disabilities Act and its amendments. The presentation advocates for a future where ability is seen without the prejudice of disability, inspired by figures like Harold H. Wilke, a disability rights pioneer. Lukas emphasizes the importance of equal access and opportunities for all, regardless of disabilities.
A pediatrician argues that young children suffer physically and emotionally when the mother works and they are consigned to day-care. This is an update of the author's previous talk on this subject in 1964.
The paper "Documentary Genocide" by Robert C. Wimer discusses the systematic efforts of Walter Plecker to erase the Monacan Indian heritage through legislative means, focusing on Plecker's enforcement of the Racial Integrity Act in Virginia. It highlights the impact of eugenics on the Monacan tribe and their struggle to regain their identity and rights. The paper is organized around the history of the Monacan tribe, Plecker’s actions, and the tribe’s eventual resurgence.
John H. MacMillan's lecture "Does R2D2 Live?" focuses on the evolution and impact of automation and robotics in manufacturing, particularly in the context of increasing global competition faced by U.S. industry. MacMillan examines the economic and productivity challenges, the role of automation in enhancing competitive advantage, and the specific applications of robots in industrial settings. He discusses the origins of robots, their definition, types, and applications, alongside the economic justification for their adoption. The lecture also contrasts U.S. robot utilization with that of Japan and other countries, highlighting the rapid growth of robot installations as a response to labor and productivity pressures.
Text of a lecture delivered to the Sphex Club in Lynchburg. Marc Schewel's academic paper, "A Study in Tyranny," delves into the dictatorial rule of Rafael Trujillo over the Dominican Republic from 1930 to 1961, highlighting his rise to power, methods of maintaining control, and eventual downfall. Schewel outlines Trujillo's use of extreme centralization, terror, and manipulation to secure and exercise power, including significant events like the massacre of 20,000 Haitians and the lavish display of wealth at a World's Fair. Despite economic growth, Trujillo's reign devastated the Dominican spirit, leaving a legacy of fear and corruption. The paper is organized to trace Trujillo's life, policies, and the consequences of his tyranny on the Dominican Republic and its people.
George M. Snead, Jr.'s "Don't Depend on It" discusses the evolution and impact of electronic warfare on military operations, highlighting historical examples and modern developments. Snead emphasizes the importance of continued innovation and cautions against over-reliance on current capabilities. He underscores how rapidly changing technology affects military strategy, decision-making, and the importance of information warfare.
Peter Houck's lecture, "Doubled While Vulnerable," delivered on April 16, 1998, delves into the age-old debate of nature versus nurture, informed by his personal experience as a parent of twins and recent findings in behavioral genetics (BGs). Houck explores how genetic and environmental factors shape human behavior, drawing on studies involving adopted children and twins, including his own. The lecture highlights the evolving understanding of the roles played by heredity and upbringing, emphasizing the significance of early childhood environments on development. Houck discusses the implications of these insights for social policy, parenting, and societal attitudes towards genetic determinism, urging a balanced view that recognizes the complex interplay between genes and environment.
Architectural working drawing of the Thomas Mitchell Medical Office on Route 460 in Bedford County, Virginia.
This item is part of the Travis McDonald Poplar Forest Field School Collection (MS 2133).
In "Dreaming America," Dr. John d'Entremont explores the concept of the American Dream by drawing parallels with Australian aboriginal beliefs about the Dreamtime. He argues that America, much like the Dreamtime, represents a continuous process of transformation and potential, full of both promise and pitfalls. Through his academic and curatorial work, d'Entremont delves into the complexities of American culture, history, and identity, examining issues of race, gender, capitalism, and democracy, and emphasizing the ongoing nature of the American Dream.
Dry Run School Petition And Response Held At Jones Memorial Library In Lynchburg, Virginia. The Papers Are From 1912 Regarding The School In The Blacksburg Area.
Scanned images of a three page handwritten list stamped "Dunbar Branch" containing the surnames of authors and titles. The list appears to include titles that the library purchased for the Dunbar Branch collection in 1945.
This list is part of Jones Memorial Library Manuscript Collection 1396, the Dunbar High School Library Papers.
Scanned image of a typewritten Periodical List dated 28 January 1936 with note "Ordered from Miss Janet W Snead-City-Jan 28/35" and stamped "Dunbar Branch Lynchburg, VA Jones Memorial Library'. The lists includes 24 periodical titles.
Dunbar High School Library Papers Held At Jones Memorial Library In Lynchburg, Virginia.
Dunbar High School Library Was A Branch Library Of Jones Memorial Library. The Library Provided Library Services To City Residents At The Dunbar High School, Which Was A Segregated School Serving Black And African-American Residents. The Dunbar High School Librarian Was Anne S. Spencer. The Library Operated Under The Direction Of The Jones Memorial Library And Its Director, J. Maud Campbell. The Collection Includes Correspondence, Circulation Reports, Book Lists, And Commencement Programs And A Booklet Spanning The Period 1922 To 1937.
Parts of this collection have been digitized and are searchable under the digital collections Item Set "The Dunbar High School Library Papers".
Earl Alvin Gerhardt, Jr. Collection Held At Jones Memorial Library In Lynchburg, Virginia Including Notes And Clippings Related To The History Of The City And The City Museum.
East Palestine Rubber Company, Inc. Stock Certificate Held At Jones Memorial Library. The Company Was Incorporated In East Palestine, Ohio By April 1912. The Certificate Is For Four Shares, Issued On May 7, 1917.
