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Title: Letter to T.T. Wentworth, Jr. from Grand Dragon, December 8, 1925.
Author: Rev I.E. Phillips, Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., Dr. Hamlett
Abstract/Description: Letter dated December 8, 1925, to T. T. Wentworth, Jr., from I. E. Phillips, Grand Dragon. Phillips requests information about the meeting held Thanksgiving evening and stated the bad weather prevented him from attending. He also asked if the local Klan had paid the expenses of Dr. Hamlett's visit.
Date Issued: 1925-12-08
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0353
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter to T.T. Wentworth Jr. from J.R. Parker, January 1, 1925.
Author: J. R. Parker, Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., Mr. Lawrence, Mr. Merritt, Mr. Kehoe
Abstract/Description: Letter to T. T. Wentworth dated January 1, 1925, on letterhead of J. R. Parker, McDavid, Florida. Parker tells Wentworth that he appreciates the help of Mr. Lawrence. Handwritten P.S. states, "If you have a home, tell Mr. Meritt & Mr. Kehoe about me also." Also see: 2016.035.0302.
Date Issued: 1925-01-01
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0301
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Title: Letter to W.A. Hamlett from T.T. Wentworth, Jr., August 16, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., W.A. Hamlett
Abstract/Description: The letter is written on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools, and Cutlery. Addressed to Dr. W. A. Hamlet (sic) and dated August 16, 1927. Wentworth states he has enclosed a check for $2.00 for 40 copies of the August issue of the Kourier Magazines (actual wording is "Fonty Kourier Magazines." It is believed this should be Forty). Wentworth states that "Having a mighty hard fight down here. The Catholics have a boycott on my business, and you know how the Protestants are here....
Show moreThe letter is written on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools, and Cutlery. Addressed to Dr. W. A. Hamlet (sic) and dated August 16, 1927. Wentworth states he has enclosed a check for $2.00 for 40 copies of the August issue of the Kourier Magazines (actual wording is "Fonty Kourier Magazines." It is believed this should be Forty). Wentworth states that "Having a mighty hard fight down here. The Catholics have a boycott on my business, and you know how the Protestants are here. Many intermarried with Catholic and other ties that the Catholics have entwined about them." He continues and says most of the local ministers will not work with the Klan.
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Date Issued: 1927-08-16
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0332
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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: Letter to W.A. Hamlett from T.T. Wentworth, Jr., August 13, 1927.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., W.A. Hamlett
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of a letter written on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools, and Cutlery. Addressed to Dr. W.A. Hamlett and dated August 23, 1927. This letter is about a letter from Hamlett asking for an account of Wentworth's early experiences in the Klan. See 2016.035.0331. The manuscript is 2016.035.0335.
Date Issued: 1927-08-13
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0334
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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: Letter from I.E. Phillips to T.T. Wentworth, Jr., November 12, 1926.
Author: I.E. Phillips, Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., J.H. Varnum
Abstract/Description: Typed letter from I. E. Phillips, Grand Dragon, to Exalted Cyclops of Pensacola, dated November 12, 1926. Phillips is replying to a letter from Wentworth dated October 3rd. Phillips is pleased that things are going well in Pensacola. He states he knows the Pensacola group needs "some new life," and he is going to have Varnum come over and "give you people the time that is required to put you on your feet." He says he would like for Pensacola to have 1,000- 1,500 members within the next 2 years.
Date Issued: 1926-11-12
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0373
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter to I.E. Phillips from T.T. Wentworth, Jr., November 14, 1926.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., I.E. Phillips
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of a letter dated November 14, 1926, written on letterhead for T.T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools, and Cutlery. Addressed to Rev. I. E. Phillips, the letter tells of members who have been forced from the Escambia Lodge and members who decided to leave. Names of the exiled members: F.Y. Seals, W.E. Landrum, W.P. Bledsoe, F.E. Tugwell, and P.H. Schrieber. On the last page, Wentworth lists the new Klan officers' names and positions he would like to be appointed by Phillips.
Date Issued: 1926-11-14
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0291.a-c
Format: Set of related objects

Title: Letter to T.T. Wentworth, Jr. from I.E. Phillips, November 12, 1926.
Author: I.E. Phillips, Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., J.H. Varnum
Abstract/Description: Typed letter from I. E. Phillips, Grand Dragon, to T. T. Wentworth, Jr., dated November 12, 1926. Phillips tells Wentworth that he answered correspondence from Wentworth promptly unless he was waiting for the information required before he could answer. Phillips says that Varnum will be coming to Pensacola to "help build up West Florida." Varnum will come after his daughter recovers from Scarlet Fever. See uwf_ht_2016.035.0361.
Date Issued: 1926-11-12
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0375
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Title: Letter to I.E. Phillips from T.T. Wentworth, Jr., November 10, 1926.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., I.E. Phillips, T.A. Simmons
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of a letter dated November 10, 1926, written on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools, and Cutlery. Addressed to I.E. Phillips, the letter states T. A. Simmons is moving his membership from Palmetto, Florida, to Pensacola and asks that a membership card be issued to Simmons.
Date Issued: 1926-11-10
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0287
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter from I.E. Phillips to T.T. Wentworth, Jr., November 10, 1926.
Author: I.E. Phillips, Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., J.H. Varnum
Abstract/Description: Letter to T.T. Wentworth, Jr., from I.E. Phillips, Grand Dragon, dated November 10, 1926. The letter states J.H. Varnum could not come to Pensacola due to his daughter having Scarlet Fever. Phillips asks that letters and packages sent to Pensacola for Varnum be forwarded to him in Vernon, Florida.
Date Issued: 1926-11-10
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0361
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter to I.E. Phillips from T.T. Wentworth Jr., November 10, 1926.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., I.E. Phillips, Pensacola Klan
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of a letter dated November 10, 1926, written on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools, and Cutlery. Addressed to Rev. I. E. Phillips, the letter asks Phillips to visit the Pensacola Klan to talk with the "boys" and that Wentworth would like to speak with him. Wentworth implies that there is some tension within the Pensacola Klan.
Date Issued: 1926-11-10
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0286
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Title: Letter to I.E. Phillips from T.T. Wentworth, Jr., November 10, 1926.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., I.E. Phillips, Senator Hebert P. Caro
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of a letter dated November 10, 1926, written on the letterhead for T.T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools, and Cutlery. Addressed to I.E. Phillips, the letter states that State Senator Herbert P. Caro is a member of Escambia Klan No 57 in good standing.
Date Issued: 1926-11-10
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0288
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter to I.E. Philips from T.T. Wentworth, Jr., November 10, 1926.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., I.E. Phillips, F.J. Ketterer
Abstract/Description: Carbon copy of a letter dated November 10, 1926, written on letterhead for T. T. Wentworth, Jr., Hardware, Tools, and Cutlery. Addressed to I.E. Phillips, the letter submits an order for a one-year subscription to Kourier Magazine for F.J. Ketterer.
Date Issued: 1926-11-10
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0290
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter from W.A. Hamlett to T.T. Wentworth, Jr., August 11, 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 11, 1927, and addressed to Tom T. Wentworth. The letter asks Wentworth to submit a written account of his early experiences with the Klan and send it to the Kourier "to make a collection of them." He goes on to say, "Your name will not appear in connection with your contribution." See also 2016.035.0333, 2016.035.0334, 2016.035.0335
Date Issued: 1927-08-11
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0331
Format: Image (JPEG)

Title: Letter to T.T. Wentworth, Jr. from Mrs. Christine Cloud, August 1, 1927.
Author: Mrs. Christine Cloud, Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., Mrs. J.H. Cloud
Abstract/Description: Handwritten letter on lined notepaper, dated August 1, 1927, addressed to T. T. Wentworth. Mentions Mrs. J. H. Cloud and signed by Mrs. Christine Cloud. The letter states a man in the neighborhood has an "Asiatic disease" he has not told his wife about his condition, and she has now been hospitalized. Also, her mother is having to support her as the husband is not financially supporting her. She wants the Klan to help in this matter.
Date Issued: 1927-08-01
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0424.a-b
Format: Set of related objects

Title: Letter to T.T. Wentworth, Jr. from the Secretary of the Grand Dragon, August 1, 1927.
Author: Secretary of the Grand Dragon, Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., I.E. Phillips
Abstract/Description: Letter dated August 1, 1927, from the Secretary to the Grand Dragon. Signature may read Jas. R. Crook. The letter is addressed to T. T. Wentworth, Jr., and thanks Wentworth for the Liar's License for Fishermen sent to Dr. Phillips by Wentworth and Brother Varnum.
Date Issued: 1927-08-01
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0328
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: 1927-08-11
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0467.a-b
Format: Set of related objects

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)

Title: Letter to T.T. Wentworth Jr. From E.S. Stone, March 14, 1928.
Author: Theodore Thomas Wentworth Jr., E. S. Stone
Abstract/Description: Letter dated March 14, 1928, on letterhead for Atmore Hardware Company, Atmore, AL. Addressed to T. T. Wentworth, Jr., and signed by E. S. Stone. Letter states A. W. Clayton has been a member of Wentworth's Klan, is living in Atmore, and wants to be reinstated. Stone asks for character reference and information about what needs to be done to reinstate Clayton.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0455, uwf_ht_2016.035.0455
Format: Image (JPEG)

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