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Title: Undated Resolutions, ca. 1922-1928.
Abstract/Description: Three page handwritten resolutions stating that the KKK is an important American patriotic institution composed of native white American citizens and that history textbooks read by the youth need to reflect those same ideals held by them. The letter further mentions that as held by Klan 57 of Pensacola, they are against the permitting of people of "whatever faith" from teaching and telling "our youth" things "contrary or derogatory to the facts".
Identifier: uwf_ht_00.84.26
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: 4 Page Pamphlet.
Author: Col. William Joseph Simmons
Abstract/Description: Pamphlet, 4 pages, discussing the merits of the book America's Menace or the Enemy Within.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0271.b1-b2
Format: Set of related objects

Title: Letter to Pensacola KKK, June 16, 1926.
Author: Pensacola Ku Klux Klan, Unknown
Abstract/Description: Scrap of paper with an address that was pinned to a two page letter addressed to the Pensacola Klan and a one page letter from and unknown author.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0379.a-d
Format: Set of related objects

Title: Letter to George Williamson, September 3, 1926.
Author: Unknown, George Williamson
Abstract/Description: Unsigned, typed carbon copy of a letter on plain paper, dated September 3, 1926, and addressed to George Williamson. The letter tells Williamson he has been appointed to a publicity committee and his assignment is to "preserve a record of adverse publicity in the local papers." Williamson was directed to articles from the two Pensacola papers (Pensacola Journal and Pensacola News), to "attach the name of the paper and the date to the clipping and preserve these in a proper way that they will...
Show moreUnsigned, typed carbon copy of a letter on plain paper, dated September 3, 1926, and addressed to George Williamson. The letter tells Williamson he has been appointed to a publicity committee and his assignment is to "preserve a record of adverse publicity in the local papers." Williamson was directed to articles from the two Pensacola papers (Pensacola Journal and Pensacola News), to "attach the name of the paper and the date to the clipping and preserve these in a proper way that they will be safe for future use." Williamson is to give a tentative report at the meeting Friday night. See also; 2016.035.0358
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Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0359
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Photograph of Pensacola Klan Initiation, November 27, 1924.
Abstract/Description: Black and white photograph of Pensacola, Florida Ku Klux Klan Initiation. Note on the bottom right corner reads "Pensacola, Florida. November 27, 1924."
Date Issued: November 27, 1924
Identifier: uwf_ht_H.09.00.004.0307
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: "Should I Join the Ku Klux Klan?" Pensacola News Article, December 10, 1921.
Author: M.G. Hoffman
Abstract/Description: Article titled "Should I Join the Ku Klux Klan?" published in the Pensacola News. Dated December 10, 1921. The article describes members of the Klan as "100% American" and bashes the Catholic Church. Written by M.G. Hoffman.
Date Issued: 12/10/1921
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0865.a-b
Format: Set of related objects

Title: Wills Case Documents, 1924.
Abstract/Description: Collection of minutes for the Wills case within the Klan. Case documents include the initial letter from R.C. Willis listing the charges he is bringing against Klansmen James R. Carroll as well as 14 pages of minutes that include affidavits and additional exhibits submitted for the case.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0868.a-p
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: T.T. Wentworth, Jr. Membership Card for Florida Klan 57, expired June 30, 1922.
Abstract/Description: Membership card for Florida Klan 57, Pensacola, Florida, for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., expired June 30, 1922.
Date Issued: Before June 30, 1922
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0344
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Undated List of Names.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr.
Abstract/Description: Handwritten list of names on strips of brown paper bags. Strips measure approx. 15" x 4 3/4". There is a tear in the center top of each piece. One piece is written on front and back, the other only has names on one side. The reverse of the second strip is printed T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Inc. Belmont & Davis Sts. Pensacola, Fla Bicycles, Supplies, Repairs, Sporting Goods, Automobile Tires & Tubes. Your Business Appreciated We Thank You Wentworth, T. T. Fillingim, W. C. Fillingim, J. S. Bryant, R...
Show moreHandwritten list of names on strips of brown paper bags. Strips measure approx. 15" x 4 3/4". There is a tear in the center top of each piece. One piece is written on front and back, the other only has names on one side. The reverse of the second strip is printed T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Inc. Belmont & Davis Sts. Pensacola, Fla Bicycles, Supplies, Repairs, Sporting Goods, Automobile Tires & Tubes. Your Business Appreciated We Thank You Wentworth, T. T. Fillingim, W. C. Fillingim, J. S. Bryant, R. L. Jackson, C. H. Jackson, C. C. Franklin, H. E. Rutherford, S. R. Flowers, J. D. Wise, H.. F. King, F. B. Franklin, Lydia J. Wentworth, Rosabel Jackson, Anna F. Wentworth, E. C. Wentworth, J. C. Holder, J. F. Boswell, W. L. Bell, G. U. Edwards, V. L. Folsom, Mrs. S. S. Hoots, Mrs. G. T. Skipper, B. F. Griffith, J. H. Macon, A. L. Bell, J. W. Macon, Mrs. Amie L. Folsom, S. S. Ackerman, John M. Maygarden, L. A. Ketterer, F. J. Mattox, L. J. Fillingim, Mrs. Maggie Bryant, Mrs. R. L. Fillingim, A. B. Hodgkins, Dave Jackson, W. W. Manning, J. O. Bannerman, C. L. Sims, C. L. Nicholson, N. L. Boghich, Mrs. Lena Boghich, F. A., Sr. Richardson, T. Smith, H. Griffith, W. E. Tart, E. E. Stewart, L. M. Reid, W. C. Wilkerson, H. E. Myers, R. R. Skelton, H. F. Skelton, Ella Axeson, George McGraw, F. C. Chapman, J. W. Fillingim, W. L. Floyd, J. D. Also see: 2016.035.0436.
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Date Issued: ca. 1920s
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0437.a-b
Format: Set of related objects

Title: Invoice from the News-Journal Company to T.T. Wentworth, Jr., November 30, 1926.
Author: The News-Journal Company, Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr.
Abstract/Description: Invoice from the News-Journal Company to T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Sec'y K.K.K., dated November 30, 1926. This is a bill for an item placed in the morning Journal and the Evening News.
Date Issued: November 30, 1926
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0380
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter to Klokann Committee of Escambia Klan #57 from R. C. Willis, July 9, 1926.
Author: Klokann Committee of Escambia Klan #57, R. C. Willis
Abstract/Description: Typed letter on plain paper dated July 9, 1926, addressed to "The Klokann Committee of Escambia Klan #57, typed signature of R. C. Willis. Willis demands a trial so he can defend himself over the charges read at the meeting July 2, 1926. He claims he was targeted because he accused the Exalted Cyclops of selfish political aspirations, which is contrary to the constitution of the Klan.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0385, uwf_ht_2016.035.0385
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter to T.T. Wentworth Jr. from I. E. Phillips, July 14, 1926.
Author: T. T. Wentworth Jr., I. E. Phillips (Grand Dragon)
Abstract/Description: Letter to T. T. Wentworth, Jr., from Grand Dragon I. E. Phillips, dated July 14, 1926. Letter states the dues card for John W. Woodward is enclosed and Letter asks the card be delivered to Woodward.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0355
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: KKK Membership Card April, 1 1928.
Abstract/Description: Membership card for Klan 57 of Pensacola, Florida dated April 1, 1928. The card has no assigned name but includes I.E. Phillips listed as the Grand Dragon.
Identifier: uwf_ht_w.102.1439.c
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter to S.T. Roberts from T.T. Wentworth Jr., October 21, 1926.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., S.T. Roberts
Abstract/Description: Typed carbon copy of a letter on letterhead of T.T. Wentworth, Jr. Hardware, Tools, and Cutlery, dated October 21, 1926, and addressed to S.T. Roberts and typed signature of T.T. Wentworth, Jr. The letter tells Roberts that his membership card is enclosed. He is paid to March 31, 1927, instead of December 31, 1926, giving him an extra quarter. The letter also asks Roberts to urge any of the men who were not up to date on their dues to pay at least $4.00 to have them up to date through December.
Date Issued: October 21, 1926
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0360
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Unsigned Letter from Unknown, July 23, 1926.
Abstract/Description: An undated, unsigned letter that says Martin Anderson, a Catholic, stated that on July 23, 1926, Pensacola's Catholics planned to purchase the Ku Klux Klan charter to stop any further advancement of the local Klan. The writer also states that trouble can arise at any time.
Date Issued: July 23, 1926
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0346
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter to Rev. R. R. Beal, September 1, 1926.
Author: Rev. R. R. Beal, Unknown
Abstract/Description: Unsigned, typed carbon copy of a letter on plain paper, dated September 1, 1926, and addressed to Rev. R. R. Beal. The letter tells Beal he has been appointed to a committee to "SECURE PROPER PUBLICITY OF THE KLAN." The letter directs that this committee is to "gather and prepare matter to be used in publicity work. This material is to be submitted to the Terrors who will pass upon and order the publication of same." See also: 2016.035.0359.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0358
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter to I.E. Phillips from T.T. Wentworth, Jr., ca.1925-1928.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., I.E. Phillips
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of an undated letter written on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools, and Cutlery. Addressed to Rev. I. E. Phillips, the letter appears to be the text for a telegram, telling Phillips that an unnamed person "is understood he is a Shriner." Lower left states "Night Message. Send collect."
Date Issued: ca. 1925-1928
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0295
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter from T.T. Wentworth, Jr., ca. 1924-1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr.
Abstract/Description: Typed letter on T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Federal Bicycle Tire letterhead. No date, addressee, salutation, or signature. This letter criticizes the political situation in Escambia County and blames all the trouble on the Catholic Church. Cites voting irregularity and that murders, suicides, scandals, prostitution, illegal liquor, sorrow and sin are the result of the current state of Escambia County politics. People need to wake up and demand justice.
Date Issued: ca.1924-1927
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0429.a-b
Format: Set of related objects

Title: C. L. Hicks Membership Card for Akron, OH Klan expired December 31, 1924.
Abstract/Description: Klan membership card for C. L. Hicks for Akron, Ohio, group. Void after 12/31/24. Card has a 4 in a circle on the reverse and signature is upside down. There is later correspondence mentioning a request for the cost of his reinstatement (see 2016.035.0315)
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0313a-b
Format: Set of related objects

Title: Ku Klux Klan Reply to Pensacola News, January 3, 1923.
Author: Pensacola Klan, No. 59, Pensacola News Editor
Abstract/Description: 4-page pamphlet, tan with black print, "Ku Klux Klan Reply to Pensacola News. This pamphlet states it is in answer to an article published in the Pensacola News on December 3, 1922, and that the Pensacola News acknowledged receipt but did not print. This pamphlet states the Pensacola News article accused the Klan of being "sneak thieves, cowards, and paid assassins"; informs the Klan they are not welcome in Pensacola and should "slip out of this section as quietly as they entered." The reply...
Show more4-page pamphlet, tan with black print, "Ku Klux Klan Reply to Pensacola News. This pamphlet states it is in answer to an article published in the Pensacola News on December 3, 1922, and that the Pensacola News acknowledged receipt but did not print. This pamphlet states the Pensacola News article accused the Klan of being "sneak thieves, cowards, and paid assassins"; informs the Klan they are not welcome in Pensacola and should "slip out of this section as quietly as they entered." The reply accuses that "Lucky" Balduin was beaten by some of the people the Pensacola News held in esteem and then bragged about this the next day. The Klan also states, "You gentlemen of the News, may be fully qualified to say that we are 'Sneak thieves" and know whereof you speak; for we are sure that there are no better judges of sneak thieves than yourselves who are using the livery of Christianity to serve the vilest interests that invest this city and county and making a mockery of law and decency!" Accuses the Pensacola News of blackmailing someone for $500. to prevent an article from being printed, accuse Judge Shepherd of being sympathetic to "bootleggers and white slave artists."
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Date Issued: January 3, 1923
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0445.a-d
Format: Set of related objects

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Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr. (84)	+ -
I.E. Phillips (46)	+ -
Escambia Klan No. 57 (40)	+ -
Grand Dragon (18)	+ -
Exalted Cyclops (17)	+ -

J.H. Varnum (10)	+ -
Pensacola Klan (8)	+ -
I. E. Phillips (7)	+ -
W.A. Hamlett (5)	+ -
H.W. Evans (Imperial Wizard) (4)	+ -
Kourier Magazine (4)	+ -
Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr. (4)	+ -
H.W. Evans (3)	+ -
I. E Phillips (3)	+ -
John W. Martin (3)	+ -
McDavid Klan (3)	+ -
N.B. Forrest (3)	+ -
Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr., (3)	+ -
A.B. Fillinghim (2)	+ -
Florida State Road Department (2)	+ -
Hiram W. Evans (2)	+ -
Kligrapp (2)	+ -
Pensacola News (2)	+ -
R.C. Willis (2)	+ -
R.C. Wills (2)	+ -
Rev. W.W. Clifford (2)	+ -
T.H. Rivers (2)	+ -
1923 (1)	+ -
A. L. Macon (1)	+ -

Pensacola, Florida (116)	+ -
Jacksonville, Florida (48)	+ -
Escambia County, Florida (11)	+ -
Atlanta, Georgia (5)	+ -
Washington, D.C. (5)	+ -

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