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Title: Wills Case Ballots.
Abstract/Description: Collection of the verdict votes cast by Klan members for the Wills case. Ballots were collected within paper packet and contain 15 guilty and 1 not guilty vote. Votes have no names attached to them thought eh packet does have Tom Wentworth stamped on the front and T.T. Wentworth, Jr. Inc. on the back. Also contained in the packet are three KKK membership promotion cards named for H. Whitaker, R.C. Wills, and S. L. (Last name indecipherable).
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0867.a-s
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Ku Klux Klan Ledger.
Abstract/Description: This ledger book documents membership and activities of the Ku Klux Klan in Pensacola between 1922 and 1925. It includes a chronological list that documents payment of initiation fees, membership dues, special assessments, and the purchase of robes between October 1922 and December 1924. The ledger also includes financial information for the 1923-1924 fiscal year, meeting minutes for February to June 1925, an undated list of 487 members and their assigned robe number, as well as several...
Show moreThis ledger book documents membership and activities of the Ku Klux Klan in Pensacola between 1922 and 1925. It includes a chronological list that documents payment of initiation fees, membership dues, special assessments, and the purchase of robes between October 1922 and December 1924. The ledger also includes financial information for the 1923-1924 fiscal year, meeting minutes for February to June 1925, an undated list of 487 members and their assigned robe number, as well as several miscellaneous lists. Every page of this handwritten, disorganized ledger, including the front and rear covers, has been scanned. Pages 108-118 were removed from the ledger. The back cover includes the title: “T.T. Wentworth Jr., Bicycles Sporting Goods.”
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Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0448, uwf_ht_2016.035.0448
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: Telegram to John W. Martin from T.T. Wentworth, Jr., August 13, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., John W. Martin
Abstract/Description: Form used to write messages for telegram. Dated Aug. 13, 1927, to Hon John W. Martin. "Citizens expecting the removal of the coroner. Looking to you for action. T.T. Wentworth, Jr. See also 2016.035.0459-0467 and 2016.035.0425 and 0430
Date Issued: August 13, 1927
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.034.0463
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter from T.T. Wentworth Jr., to Bro. Reed, May 17, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr., Bro. Reed
Abstract/Description: Typed carbon copy of a letter, on T.T. Wentworth, Jr., Federal Bicycle Tires letterhead, dated May 17, 1927, signed T. T. Wentworth, Jr. to "Bro. Reed" at the Milton Gazette. States a check for the printing of circulars is enclosed.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0414
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Telegram from T.T. Wentworth Jr., to I.E. Phillips July 2, 1926.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr., I.E. Phillips
Abstract/Description: Telegram from T.T. Wentworth Jr., to I.E. Phillips acknowledging receipt of a previous telegram. Wentworth says that everything is "okeh" and that he has the article and that they are growing. There is an additional line where he states "I spoke to you of" and the remainder is crossed out.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0857
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: 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 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: T.T. Wentworth, Jr. Membership Card for Florida Klan 57, expired June 30, 1923.
Abstract/Description: Membership card for Florida Klan 57, Pensacola, Florida, for T.T. Wentworth, Jr., expired June 30, 1923.
Date Issued: Before June 30, 1923
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0345
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter from T.T. Wentworth, Jr., October 28, 1926.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., Faithful & Esteemed Brother
Abstract/Description: Form letter dated October 28, 1926, written on letterhead for T.T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools, and Cutlery. Addressed to "Faithful & Esteemed Brother: You are requested to be present at the regular officers meeting place. Business of vital importance, and it is absolutely necessary that you be present."
Date Issued: October 28, 1926
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0279
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter to I. E. Phillips from T. T. Wentworth Jr., August 28, 1926.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr., I. E. Phillips
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of a letter dated August 28, 1926, written on stationary from T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools, and Cutlery, to Rev. I. E. Phillips. Wentworth writes that he had asked the Klan at Tampa to give the "password and countersign to Roscoe Mathis who is a member of our organization," so Mathis can attend meetings in Tampa.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0269
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter to John W. Martin from T.T. Wentworth, Jr., August 11, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., John W. Martin
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of a letter on T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools & Cutlery, dated August 11, 1927. Addressed to Gov. John Martin. The letter discusses the deaths that the coroner mishandled, according to Wentworth. Wentworth has tried to keep people calm and that there had been talks of lynching someone, but "this move never went over. I was fully determined to see that peace was kept if any such action was too manifest." Also see: 2016.035.0462, 2016.035.0464, and 2016.035.0465.a-b. See also...
Show moreCarbon copy of a letter on T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools & Cutlery, dated August 11, 1927. Addressed to Gov. John Martin. The letter discusses the deaths that the coroner mishandled, according to Wentworth. Wentworth has tried to keep people calm and that there had been talks of lynching someone, but "this move never went over. I was fully determined to see that peace was kept if any such action was too manifest." Also see: 2016.035.0462, 2016.035.0464, and 2016.035.0465.a-b. See also 2016.035.0425 and 0430, 0463-0467.
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Date Issued: August 11, 1927
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0467.a-b
Format: Set of related objects

Title: Letter to John W. Martin from T.T. Wentworth, Jr., December 27, 1924.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., John W. Martin
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of the letter. Heading on the letter reads T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Inc., Sporting Goods, Bicycles, Supplies and Repairs. Dated December 27, 1924. Addressed to Hon. John W. Martin. Wentworth tells Martin that we will take the appointment to the State Road Department if it were offered to him. Salutation is "Faithful and Esteemed Friend," which is used between Klan members. Also see: uwf_ht_2016.035.0297.
Date Issued: December 27, 1924
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0298
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter to T.T. Wentworth Jr. from H. W. Williams, September 28, 1926.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr., H. W. Evans (Imperial Wizard)
Abstract/Description: Letter dated September 28, 1926, from H. W. Evans, Imperial Wizard, to T. E. Wentworth, Jr. (This is in error, should be T. T. Wentworth, Jr.) Letter expresses disappointment that Wentworth was unable to attend the "Third and greatest imperial klonvokation of the Klans." Evans was elected to a repeat term as Imperial Wizard. Paper is folded with writing only on the front. There is a round emblem at the top center with a 7 pointed star and I K K K K W around the circle in the spaces between...
Show moreLetter dated September 28, 1926, from H. W. Evans, Imperial Wizard, to T. E. Wentworth, Jr. (This is in error, should be T. T. Wentworth, Jr.) Letter expresses disappointment that Wentworth was unable to attend the "Third and greatest imperial klonvokation of the Klans." Evans was elected to a repeat term as Imperial Wizard. Paper is folded with writing only on the front. There is a round emblem at the top center with a 7 pointed star and I K K K K W around the circle in the spaces between the points. In the center of the star is a burning cross. Folded, the paper measures 8"x61/2", overall size is 16"x6 1/2".
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Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0263
Format: Image (JPEG)

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