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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: 1926-11-30
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0380
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Title: Great Titan Commission for Lawrence Curtiss Phillips.
Abstract/Description: Commission of Lawrence Curtiss Phillips, of Escambia Klan No. 57, Florida, to Great Titan, dated Nov. 21, 1923. Signed by : H. W. Evans, Imperial Wizard, and S. H. Ramsey, Imperial Kligrapp. Document embossed with seals of the Ku Klux Klan.
Date Issued: 1923-11-21
Identifier: uwf_ht_w.83.80.0848
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Telegram from T.T. Wentworth, Jr. to John W. Martin, August 9, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., John W. Martin, Miss Frederickson
Abstract/Description: Telegram from dated Aug. 9, 1927, addressed to Gov. John W. Martin. States "Miss Frederickson found dead in Negro hospital Friday night. Buried Saturday evening without inquest. The coroner said the death was caused by marital (sic) insufficience. People are not satisfied. Body disinterred yesterday and viewed by the jury. Death caused from abortion, it is said—no inquest in other cases. People aroused. The sheriff stated he was doing everything possible to get to bottom of the case. Negro...
Show moreTelegram from dated Aug. 9, 1927, addressed to Gov. John W. Martin. States "Miss Frederickson found dead in Negro hospital Friday night. Buried Saturday evening without inquest. The coroner said the death was caused by marital (sic) insufficience. People are not satisfied. Body disinterred yesterday and viewed by the jury. Death caused from abortion, it is said—no inquest in other cases. People aroused. The sheriff stated he was doing everything possible to get to bottom of the case. Negro woman under arrest." Signed T.T. Wentworth, Jr. See also: 2016.035.0464, 2016.035.0462, 2016.035.0467.a-b.
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Date Issued: 1927-08-09
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0465.a-b
Format: Set of related objects

Title: Letter to John M. Martin from T.T. Wentworth, Jr, August 8, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., John W. Martin
Abstract/Description: Handwritten in pencil, dated 8/8/27, to Hon. John W. Martin. Probably text for a telegram. "People demanding action in case smoothed over Saturday. Very serious. T. T. Wentworth, Jr. Written on the back of a deposit slip for American National Bank. See also: 2016.035.0464, 2016.035.0465.a-b, and 2016.035.0467.a-b.
Date Issued: 1927-08-08
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0462
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Title: Telegram from John W. Martin to T.T. Wentworth, Jr., August 9, 1927.
Author: John W. Martin, Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr.
Abstract/Description: Telegram from Gov. John Martin to T. T. Wentworth, Jr., dated August 9, 1927. Martin states he does not know "anything about the case referred to your telegram" and asks for more information. See also: 2016.035.0462, 2016.035.0465.a-b, and 2016.035.0467.a-b
Date Issued: 1927-08-09
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0464
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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: 1923-06-30
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0345
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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: 1922-06-30
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0344
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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: 1926-10-21
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0360
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter to the Pensacola Klan from Mrs. T.H. Rivers, June 22, 1927.
Author: Mrs. T.H. Rivers, Pensacola Klan
Abstract/Description: Handwritten letter dated June 22, 1927, addressed to the Members of the KK Kl. Signed Mrs. T. H. Rivers, 304 S. Alcaniz St. Mrs. Rivers states she had written a letter to the Klan approximately a week before about her husband's lack of support. He had promised to come back and take care of her, but he had not; she is ill and cannot afford a doctor. She asks the Klan to look into the matter. See her first letter at 2016.035.0421
Date Issued: 1927-06-22
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0422.a-b
Format: Set of related objects

Title: Unsigned Letter to T.T. Wentworth, Jr., June 24, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., Frank Renshaw
Abstract/Description: Note printed in pencil on a piece of paper measuring 3 5/16" x 5 3/4" Unsigned note reads "UNLESS YOU STOP MEDDLING IN FRANK RENSHAW'S BUSINESS YOU WILL BE KILLED LIKE A DOG. TAKE DUE NOTICE-- See also 2016.035.0460-0460. Envelope addressed T.T. Wentworth, Jr., Pensacola, Fl. Postmarked Pensacola, June 24, 1927.
Date Issued: 1927-06-24
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0459.a-b
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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: 1923-01-03
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0445.a-d
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Title: Letter to the Pensacola Klan, July 21, 1927.
Author: Pensacola Klan, Sallie Anderson
Abstract/Description: Handwritten, unsigned, 2-page letter, dated July 21, 1927, and addressed to Hon. K.K.K., Pensacola, Fla. The letter states Mrs. Sallie Anderson, 2128 Barrancas Ave., is running a "lewd house," also mentions gambling, and asks, "should this go on or not." The lined paper is 8 7/8"x5 7/8". The letter is written in pencil.
Date Issued: 1927-07-21
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0322.a-b
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Title: Letter from Grand Dragon to Exalted Cyclops, July 23, 1927.
Author: Grand Dragon, Exalted Cyclops, Paul Crank
Abstract/Description: Letter dated July 23, 1927, from Grand Dragon, Realm of Florida, to Exalted Cyclops, Pensacola, subject: Status of Kl. Paul Crank. Crank has relocated to Wauchula, Florida and the Grand Dragon wants to know if his dues are up to date in the local group.
Date Issued: 1927-07-23
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0323
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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: 1926-07-23
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0346
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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.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0865.a-b
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Title: Letter from W.A. Hamlett to T.T. Wentworth, Jr., August 18, 1927.
Author: W.A. Hamlett, Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr.
Abstract/Description: Letterhead reads Office of Editor, The Kourier Magazine, Invisible Empire, Knights of the Ku Klux Klan, Atlanta, and is signed by W. A. Hamlett. Dated August 18, 1927, and addressed to T.T. Wentworth, Jr., Letter mentions a letter of August 11 (2016.035.0331) in which Hamlett requested an account of Wentworth's early experiences in the Klan. This letter reinforces the request for this information. See also 2016.035.0334 and 2016.035.0335
Date Issued: 1927-08-18
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0333
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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: 1927-08-13
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.034.0463
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Manuscript of Klan Experiences, August 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., W.A. Hamlett
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy written on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools, and Cutlery. This is the manuscript W. A. Hamlett, editor of the Kourier Magazine, asked for, an account of Wentworth's early experiences in the Klan. See also 2016.035.0331 and 2016.035.0334.
Date Issued: 1927-08
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0335.a-d
Format: Set of related objects

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: 1927-08-11
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0467.a-b
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Title: Telegram from John W. Martin to T.T. Wentworth, Jr., August 11, 1927.
Author: John W. Martin, Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr.
Abstract/Description: Telegram dated Aug. 11, 1927, from Gov. John W. Martin to T.T. Wentworth, Jr., states, "Taking matter referred to your telegram ninth up with sheriff your county. Am asking him to make a report." Stamped at the bottom is a request to reply by mail. See also: 2016.035.0465.a-b.
Date Issued: 1927-08-11
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0466
Format: Image (JPEG)

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