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Title: Letter to T.T. Wentworth Jr. from W. C. Jernigan, May 31, 1926.
Author: W. C. Jernigan, Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr.,
Abstract/Description: Typed letter from W. C. Jernigan to "My Dear Tommie," dated May 31st, 1926, on plain stationary. Jernigan states that he is backing Jerry W. Carter in the election. He wishes Wentworth good luck in the run for County Clerk. States he is behind in his dues, but will "get them straightened up as soon as I can."
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016..035.0370
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Title: Letter from H. Clay Crawford to T.T. Wentworth Jr., November 15, 1928.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr., H. Clay Crawford
Abstract/Description: Letter from H. Clay Crawford (Secretary of State) to T.T. Wentworth Jr. advising him of his win of the 1928 Election for Escambia County Tax Collector.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0862
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Title: Letter from H.W. Evans to T.T. Wentworth Jr. July 24, 1928.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr., H.W. Evans
Abstract/Description: Letter on Office of Imperial Wizard letterhead to T.T. Wentworth Jr. from H.W. Evans saying how Evans wished Wentworth had been present during the recent Klonvokation and that he is sending Wentworth a copy of the program for the Klonvokation so that he may be aware of upcoming events.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0861
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Title: Letter from Adrian Cyril Emery to T.T. Wentworth, October 18, 1928.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr., Adrian Cyril Emery
Abstract/Description: Handwritten letter dated October 18, 1928, from Adrian Cyril Emery to Tom Wentworth. Emery is in the Army, stationed in Illinois. He writes that he is trying to get into the Flying Cadet program and he has given Wentworth as a reference. Later in the letter Emery asks about Escambia 57.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0343.a-c
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Title: Letter to T.T. Wentworth Jr. from Realm Director, March 23, 1928.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr., Realm Director
Abstract/Description: Letter dated March 23, 1928, from the Office of the Realm Director, State of Florida. Subject is Appointment of Field Directors. Letter states there is a form attached (not found in files) to appoint Klansman Shuler as a field director. Thanks Wentworth for getting a Field Director started to work in Pensacola. Letter also says that the Realm Director will come to Wentworth's sporting goods store when "the first Organization in the State" needs outfitting.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0342
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Title: Letter from T.T. Wentworth Jr., to J.W. Martin, April 4, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr., J.W. Martin
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of a letter dated April 4, 1928, on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Federal Bicycle Tires. addressed to the Hon J.W. Martin, Governor. In the letter, Wentworth states his objection to Pensacola Mayor J. Harvey Bayliss and that he believes that if Bayliss, a member of the State Road Department, could not get re-elected if he were to run for office tomorrow. He continues that Bayliss has turned his back on the friends that helped him get elected and states Martin should ask...
Show moreCarbon copy of a letter dated April 4, 1928, on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Federal Bicycle Tires. addressed to the Hon J.W. Martin, Governor. In the letter, Wentworth states his objection to Pensacola Mayor J. Harvey Bayliss and that he believes that if Bayliss, a member of the State Road Department, could not get re-elected if he were to run for office tomorrow. He continues that Bayliss has turned his back on the friends that helped him get elected and states Martin should ask Bayliss to resign from the Road Department. Also mentions Langley Bell, Clerk of Court for Pensacola. See also: 2016. 035.0457, uwf_ht_w.83.80.771
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Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0456
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Title: Undated Letter from T.T. Wentworth Jr., to I.E. Phillips, After March 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr., I.E. Phillips
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of a letter, on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Federal Bicycle Tires, no date. To Rev. I.E. Phillips, typed signature T. T. Wentworth, Jr. Letter states Chief Joe White was killed in a plane crash and will be buried in Kiopa, Iowa. Asks if the local Klan in Iowa can conduct the service. Research shows that Joe White was a 32-year-old aviation machinist mate stationed at NAS Pensacola. He died on March 31, 1927.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0404
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Title: Letter from T.T. Wentworth Jr., to I.E. Phillips, April 6, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr., I.E. Phillips
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of a letter, on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Federal Bicycle Tires, dated April 6, 1927. To Rev. I. E. Phillips, signed T. T. Wentworth, Jr. Letter states "The Terrors of Our organization have indorsed (sic) J. W. Bell for the appointment as Game Warden for Escambia County to fill Vacancy caused by the death of S. S. Pinney." There is a P.S. that says "Joe is Chief of our Klokann."
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0405
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Title: Telegram from T.T. Wentworth Jr., to I.E. Phillips, April 12, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr., I.E. Phillips
Abstract/Description: Form for information to be sent in a telegram. Handwritten, dated April 12, 1927. To Rev. I. E. Phillips, signed T. T. Wentworth, Jr. "Bayliss crowd defeated in today's election" Harvey Bayliss was mayor of Pensacola. See also: 2016.035.0408, 2016.035.0409, 2016. 035.0457
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0407
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Title: Letter to I. E. Phillips from Exalted Cyclops, Escambia Klan no. 57, October 3, 1926.
Author: I. E. Phillips, Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr.
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of letter dated October 3, 1926, written on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools, and Cutlery. Addressed to Rev. I. E. Phillips. Letter states that Phillips had asked local Klan to send help to storm victims. Wentworth states that that will not be possible due to the local needs due to the storm. Typed signature is Exalted Cyclops.
Identifier: uwf_ht.2016.035.0273
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Title: Letter to Ernest Whitaker from T. T. Wentworth Jr., October 5 1926.
Author: Ernest Whitaker, Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr.,
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of letter dated October 5, 1926, written on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools, and Cutlery. Addressed to Ernest Whitaker. States Mr. Fisher is away until Friday. Handwritten signature T. T. Wentworth, Jr.
Identifier: uwf_ht.2016.035.0274
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Title: Telegram to T.T. Wentworth Jr., from H. Whitaker, January 26, 1926.
Author: H. Whitaker, Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr.
Abstract/Description: Telegram to T. T. Wentworth, Jr., from H. Whitaker, dated January 26, 1926, directing Wentworth to send telegrams to the local U.S. senators and representatives that he is opposed to the World Court. Also asks Wentworth to urge the membership to do the same. See also; 2016.035.0365 and 2016.035.0367
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0364
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Title: Envelope Addressed to J.W. Wilson Klan No.4 Realm of Md., March 1927.
Author: J.W. Wilson, Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr.
Abstract/Description: Envelope with "After 5 days return to T. T. Wentworth Jr., Pensacola Florida" printed on left side. Handwritten on front is "$6.00, J W Wilson, Klan No 4-Realm of MD. Send card to Herbert Ala" Envelope seems connected to a letter sent from T.T. Wentworth to I.E. Phillips on March 28, 1927 mentioning $6.00 in membership dues for J.W. Wilson of Maryland Klan No.4 (see: 2016.035.0316)
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0314
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Title: Letter from T.T. Wentworth Jr., to I.E. Phillips, March 28, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr.,, I.E. Phillips
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of a letter, written on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Federal Bicycle Tires. Addressed to Rev. I. E. Phillips, dated March 28, 1927. The letter says $6.00 is enclosed for membership dues for J.W. Wilson, who is a member of Klan No. 4 of Realm of Maryland. See also: 2016.035.0403, 2016.035.0412
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0316
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Title: Letter from T.T. Wentworth Jr. to I.E. Phillips, March 21, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr.,, I.E. Phillips
Abstract/Description: Typed carbon copy of a letter on T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Federal Bicycle Tires letterhead, dated March 21, 1927, from Wentworth to Rev. I. E. Phillips. Letter states Klansman Kenneth E. Neal, member of Wayne County Klan, Detroit, Michigan, needs to know name and address of where to send his dues, Wentworth asks Phillips to furnish this information. Copy of letter was sent to H. L. Pierce.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0395
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Title: Letter from T.T. Wentworth to I.E. Phillips, March 28, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr.,, I.E. Phillips
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of a letter, written on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Federal Bicycle Tires. Addressed to Rev. I. E. Phillips, dated March 28, 1927. The letter says C.L. Hicks wants to know the cost to be reinstated to membership and that Hicks will join the Pensacola group. See also: 2016.035.0313
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0315
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Title: Letter from T.T. Wentworth Jr., to I.E. Phillips, April 23, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr., I.E. Phillips
Abstract/Description: Letterhead for T.T. Wentworth, Jr., dated April 23, 1927, to Rev. I.E. Phillips. No signature. The letter relates that the Klan had helped elect their candidate for city commissioner by "keeping quiet and voting." The letter goes on to say that Wentworth had not allowed his men to publicly support their candidate. Some of the men wanted to go to the polls in robes and helmets, but Wentworth would not allow this. "This is not my idea of doing things and I have almost convinced the most...
Show moreLetterhead for T.T. Wentworth, Jr., dated April 23, 1927, to Rev. I.E. Phillips. No signature. The letter relates that the Klan had helped elect their candidate for city commissioner by "keeping quiet and voting." The letter goes on to say that Wentworth had not allowed his men to publicly support their candidate. Some of the men wanted to go to the polls in robes and helmets, but Wentworth would not allow this. "This is not my idea of doing things and I have almost convinced the most skeptical ones that we will not do this kind of work." Letter reports that many former members are wanting to reinstate and "those whom we think are worthy we will urge to come back, some whom we are better off without we will not encourage to come back." Wentworth tells Phillips that nominations will be held the next week and that he will not accept any position. He has served for 2 years and that he now needs to "build my business up and better support my family." And "it is impossible for me to continue to serve the Order in this office and stay in business, and as the business is my bread and butter and also my family's I must not sacrifice it further." (See also: flyer referenced in the letter is 2016.035.0410.c)
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Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0410.a-b
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Title: Letter from I.E. Phillips to T.T. Wentworth Jr., March 7, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr.,, I.E. Phillips
Abstract/Description: Letter to T. T. Wentworth, Jr., from I. E. Phillips, Grand Dragon, dated March 7, 1927. This letter is a reply to his letter on February 22, 1927, in which Wentworth voiced concern with Professor Varnum and talked about how his own finances were in good condition. Phillips commiserates over the trouble with Varnum and congratulates Wentworth on his financial stability. See also: uwf_ht_2016.035.0310a-b
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0312
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Title: Postcard to J.H. Varnum from T.T. Wentworth, Jr., October 24, 1924.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., J.H. Varnum
Abstract/Description: Postcard addressed to Mr. Varnum Cyclops KKK City C/O Florida Business University Brent Building Postmark is Pensacola, Oct. 31, 1924. Reverse professional printed and reads: Pensacola, Fla., Oct. 29, 1924, Faithful Friend:- Friday night, October 31, 23 will nominate presiding officer. On the following Friday night, November 7, we will elect a presiding officer. Be sure to attend these two meetings. Have you a paid-up card? Faithfully yours, Your Secretary T. T Wentworth KKK
Date Issued: 1924-10-29
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0296
Format: Set of related objects

Title: Letter to Jas A. Comer from T.T. Wentworth, Jr., October 7, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., Jas A. Comer
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy is written on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools, and Cutlery. Dated October 7, 1927, and addressed to Hon. Jas. A. Comer, the letter asks about the "plan and compensation of the extension of the Invisible Empire" It also states Wentworth was Kligrapp for 5 years and is not in his 2nd year as Exalted Cyclops.
Date Issued: 1927-10-07
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0337
Format: Image (JPEG)

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