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Flies 274.2 Miles Hour In Spurt, Continued, November 5, 1923
Title
Flies 274.2 Miles Hour In Spurt, Continued, November 5, 1923.
Author
The New York Herald
Abstract/Description
Continuation of the article "Flies 274.2 Miles An Hour In Spurt," detailing the friendly rivalry between Lt. Harold J. Brow and Lt. A. J. Williams in break each others speed records in the same day at Mitchel Field.
Identifier
uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-5-1923_Flies274MPH_2
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Navy, To Save Pair of Air Speed Kings, Ends Test Flights, November 6, 1923
Title
Navy, To Save Pair of Air Speed Kings, Ends Test Flights, November 6, 1923.
Author
The World
Abstract/Description
Article detailing how Admiral W. A. Moffet put an end to Lt. Harold J. Brow and A. J. Williams' competition due to the belief they had both reached the peak of performance their planes could output without endangering themselves.
Identifier
uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-6-1923_NavyEndsTestFlights
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Airmen to Match Speed Again Today, November 6, 1923
Title
Airmen to Match Speed Again Today, November 6, 1923.
Author
New York Times
Abstract/Description
Article detailing how Lt. Harold J. Brow and Lt. A. J. Williams planned to continue their competition for the world speed record at an air circus being held at Mitchel Field on the day of publication. The article also notes other events that were to be held at the circus.
Identifier
uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-6-1923_AirmenToMatchToday
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400-Mile Speed In Air Is Foreseen, November 11, 1923
Title
400-Mile Speed In Air Is Foreseen, November 11, 1923.
Author
New York Times
Abstract/Description
Article detailing the beliefs of Lt. A. J. Williams and Harold J. Brow that humans would be able to withstand much higher speeds. The article notes tests done with centrifugal force on dogs to see the effects the different force would have on bodies, thought Brow's idea was that with proper training and machines people would be able to withstand such forces much more easily.
Identifier
uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-11-1923_400MilesSpeedForeseen
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Air Circus Thrills Thousands As Brow, Williams, and Others Defy Death for Relief Society, November 7, 1923
Title
Air Circus Thrills Thousands As Brow, Williams, and Others Defy Death for Relief Society, November 7, 1923.
Author
The Evening World
Abstract/Description
Article and accompanying portraits of Lt. A. J. Williams and Harold J. Brow detailing the events at an air carnival performed at Mitchel Field which included stunt flying, an exhibition race, and parachute jumps.
Identifier
uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-7-1923_AirCircusThrills
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244.15 Miles-Per-Hour Speed Record Established, September 14, 1923
Title
244.15 Miles-Per-Hour Speed Record Established, September 14, 1923.
Author
Unknown Publication
Abstract/Description
Clipping detailing Lieutenant Harold J. Brow's 244 mile an hour record flight speed as well as discussion whether the Verville-Sperry plane would quickly outpace this record at the St. Louis air races. Brow's technical history is profiled in the latter half of the article, noting his accomplishments in both design and aviation while part of the navy.
Identifier
uwfnam_HJBbox3_9-14-1923_244MPHRecord_3
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Membership Card for Escambia Klan No. 57, expired September 30, 1926
Title
Membership Card for Escambia Klan No. 57, expired September 30, 1926.
Abstract/Description
Membership card for Klan 57 of Pensacola, Florida dated September 30, 1926. The card has no assigned name and has the numbers 1069 in the lower left hand corner.
Identifier
uwf_ht_w.102.1439.b
Format
Image (JPEG)
Letter to Pensacola KKK, June 16, 1926
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
Letter to George Williamson, September 3, 1926
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
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Unsigned letter to T.T. Wentworth Jr., March 30, 1927
Title
Unsigned letter to T.T. Wentworth Jr., March 30, 1927.
Author
Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr., Unknown
Abstract/Description
Handwritten paper on plain paper, dated March 30, 1927, and addressed to T. T. Wentworth Jr. The letter is not signed. The letter asks for investigation and resolution to the problem of Mrs. Nielson on South N Street, who is "doing things which will cause trouble in a Mr. G. Darbys family out there at the lighthouse. She will not stay away from there and she has a husband & a large family. Which she should attend to & let another woman's husband alone. 1927 City Directory shows a Christian...
Show moreHandwritten paper on plain paper, dated March 30, 1927, and addressed to T. T. Wentworth Jr. The letter is not signed. The letter asks for investigation and resolution to the problem of Mrs. Nielson on South N Street, who is "doing things which will cause trouble in a Mr. G. Darbys family out there at the lighthouse. She will not stay away from there and she has a husband & a large family. Which she should attend to & let another woman's husband alone. 1927 City Directory shows a Christian and Daisy Nielson at 611 S. N St. George W. Darby was 2nd Letter assistant at the lighthouse in 1927.
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Identifier
uwf_ht_2016.035.0402
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Letter to Ernest Whitaker from T. T. Wentworth Jr., October 5 1926
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
Format
Image (JPEG)
Photograph of Pensacola Klan Initiation, November 27, 1924
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
1924-11-27
Identifier
uwf_ht_H.09.00.004.0307
Format
Image (JPEG)
"The Old-Time Religion" Handbill, ca. May 1920s
Title
"The Old-Time Religion" Handbill, ca. May 1920s.
Author
Paul Crank, First Christian Church
Abstract/Description
Single page handbill, brown and brittle with age and acid in the paper. Announcing "The Old-Time Religion" Special Services at the First Christian Church, Wauchula, Florida, Sunday, May 15th, at 7:30 p.m. "We must fan afresh the flickering flame of freedom in the hearts of the American people." "Come! let us face the truth, the whole truth and provide for it." Pastor Maj. Paul Crank. Also see: 2016.035.0392.
Identifier
uwf_ht_2016.035.0446
Format
Image (JPEG)
Flyer Falls in S. D. Bay, February 17, 1925
Title
Flyer Falls in S. D. Bay, February 17, 1925.
Author
Evening Tribune
Abstract/Description
Headline and article recalling Lt. Harold J. Brow's crash into San Diego bay from which he survived.
Identifier
uwfnam_HJBbox3_2-17-1925_FlyerFallsInSDBay
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Air Speed Demons Who Thrilled The Aviation World Meet Again In Miami, March 7, 1924
Title
Air Speed Demons Who Thrilled The Aviation World Meet Again In Miami, March 7, 1924.
Author
The Herald
Abstract/Description
Article recounting the reunion of Lt. Harold J. Brow and A. J. Williams in Miami to witness a series of races in the city, detailing what the pair had been up to since their last meeting in December.
Identifier
uwfnam_HJBbox3_3-7-1924_AirSpeedDemons
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Aviators Swooping In From Many Sections, May 23, 1924
Title
Aviators Swooping In From Many Sections, May 23, 1924.
Author
Birmingham News
Abstract/Description
Article announcing the Southern Air Meet at Roberts Field on an upcoming Saturday. Lt. Harold J. Brow was noted as arriving from Pensacola to compete in the races. Pictured is a Douglas T-2 plane and Lt. Harold J. Brow in his pilot's cap.
Identifier
uwfnam_HJBbox3_5-23-1924_AviatorsSwoopingIn
Format
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Flier Plunges 350 Feet; Lives, February 18, 1925
Title
Flier Plunges 350 Feet; Lives, February 18, 1925.
Author
The San Diego Union
Abstract/Description
Article recounting Lt. Harold J. Brow's crash into San Diego Bay after testing the maneuverability of a new Boeing plane.
Identifier
uwfnam_HJBBox3_2-18-1925_FlierPlunges350Feet
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Speed Kings Upon Water And In Air Given Trophies, March 11, 1924
Title
Speed Kings Upon Water And In Air Given Trophies, March 11, 1924.
Author
The Miami Herald
Abstract/Description
Article summarizing the ending events of the air regatta held in Miami, Florida which included a ball. Trophies and prizes were awarded to each winner of the races and Lt. Harold J. Brow and Lt. A. J. Williams, whose name is misspelled twice in the article, were introduced and applauded as world speed record holders during the event.
Identifier
uwfnam_HJBbox3_3-11-1924_SpeedKingsWaterAndAir
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
S.D. Air Crash Feature Of Washington Probe, February 19, 1925
Title
S.D. Air Crash Feature Of Washington Probe, February 19, 1925.
Author
Evening Tribune
Abstract/Description
Article recounting that the Navy was investigating the NB-1 type Boeing plane which Lt. Harold J. Brow had crashed into San Diego bay after it failed to respond to his control. The use of the plane was put on hold as officials began to question the costs associated with ordering them.
Identifier
uwfnam_HJBBox3_2-19-1925_SDAirCrash
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Daring Aviator to Participate In Air Pageant, October 6, 1927
Title
Daring Aviator to Participate In Air Pageant, October 6, 1927.
Author
Unknown Publication
Abstract/Description
Article, possibly from the Providence News Journal, reporting Lt. Harold J. Brow's participation in an upcoming Rhode Island air pageant at Pothier Field. The article then goes on to report Brow's past accomplishments as a Navy pilot.
Identifier
uwfnam_HJBBox3_10-6-1927_DaringAviator
Format
Image (JPEG2000)

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