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Title: Letter About Adrian E. Langford's Nomination, April 1927.
Author: Adrian E. Langford, Thomas Johnson
Abstract/Description: Undated, typed carbon copy of a statement about recent nomination of Adrian E. Langford for City Commissioner. The top portion of the paper has been torn off. States Langford is a 32nd degree Mason and the incumbent for the office is a Catholic and a member of the Knights of Columbus and that two incumbent City Commissions are Masons, but they and a number of other Masons are either supporting Johnson or are opposed to Langford, "proving that al men who wear the emblem are now true" Ends with...
Show moreUndated, typed carbon copy of a statement about recent nomination of Adrian E. Langford for City Commissioner. The top portion of the paper has been torn off. States Langford is a 32nd degree Mason and the incumbent for the office is a Catholic and a member of the Knights of Columbus and that two incumbent City Commissions are Masons, but they and a number of other Masons are either supporting Johnson or are opposed to Langford, "proving that al men who wear the emblem are now true" Ends with statement that Pensacola, "through Masons and protestants is awakening from her slumbers and is destined to become an American City."
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Date Issued: ca. April 1927
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0432
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Title: Letter from I.E. Phillips to All Exalted Cyclops, Realm of Florida, May 18, 1927.
Author: All Exalted Cyclops, Realm of Florida, I.E. Phillips (Grand Dragon)
Abstract/Description: Typed letter dated May 18, 1927, from Grand Dragon to all Kligrapps of Florida, signed by I.E. Phillips. Subject-Newly elected officers. The letter states that four copies of the form for reporting names, addresses, and other information of newly elected officers are enclosed. Forms must be filled in completely and returned to the Grand Dragon. One copy of the form will be returned when officers are approved and then installation can take place in July.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0415
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Title: Letter from I.E. Phillips to All Exalted Cyclops, Realm of Florida, May 3, 1927.
Author: All Exalted Cyclops, Realm of Florida, I.E. Phillips (Grand Dragon)
Abstract/Description: Letter from the Grand Dragon to the Exalted Cyclops of Pensacola, dated May 3, 1927. Signed by I.E. Phillips, Grand Dragon. The letter sets out requirements for the election of officers.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0317
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Title: Letter from I.E. Phillips to All Exalted Cyclops, Realm of Florida, April 11, 1927.
Author: All Exalted Cyclops, Realm of Florida, I.E. Phillips (Grand Dragon)
Abstract/Description: Typed form letter from I. E. Phillips, Grand Dragon, to All Exalted Cyclops, Realm of Florida, Subject: Additional Copies of Proposed Legislation for 1927 Legislature. Dated April 11, 1927. The letter says additional copies of proposed legislative action are enclosed and the local Legislation Committees should meet and discuss the information.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0406
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Title: Letter from I.E. Phillips to All Exalted Cyclops, Realm of Florida, May16, 1927.
Author: All Exalted Cyclops, Realm of Florida, I.E. Phillips (Grand Dragon)
Abstract/Description: Typed letter from Grand Dragon I.E. Phillips to all Exalted Cyclops of Florida, dated April 23, 1927. Subject- House Bill No. 556 being introduced by James Booth of Pinellas County and House bill No. 558 introduced by Ezell of Nassau county both of which have the goal of adding stipulations to marriages and contracts. The letter encourages all addressed to act at once to ensure the passing of both bills as well as mentioning that the Knights of Columbus have already taken actions on the...
Show moreTyped letter from Grand Dragon I.E. Phillips to all Exalted Cyclops of Florida, dated April 23, 1927. Subject- House Bill No. 556 being introduced by James Booth of Pinellas County and House bill No. 558 introduced by Ezell of Nassau county both of which have the goal of adding stipulations to marriages and contracts. The letter encourages all addressed to act at once to ensure the passing of both bills as well as mentioning that the Knights of Columbus have already taken actions on the matter by writing their representatives.
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Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0413
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Title: Letter from I.E. Phillips to All Exalted Cyclops, Realm of Florida, April 23, 1927.
Author: All Exalted Cyclops, Realm of Florida, I.E. Phillips (Grand Dragon)
Abstract/Description: Typed letter from Grand Dragon I.E. Phillips to all Exalted Cyclops of Florida, dated April 23, 1927. Subject- Appropriation for State School Survey. Signed by I. E. Phillips. Letter talks of the Senate Appropriation Committee proposing to cut the money for an adequate survey of the Florida public school system from $50,000 to $15,000. Asks for individuals to pressure on Senators to at least fund $30,000 for this survey.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0411
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Title: Letter from I.E. Phillips to All Exalted Cyclops, Realm of Florida, May 2, 1927.
Author: All Exalted Cyclops, Realm of Florida, I.E. Phillips (Grand Dragon)
Abstract/Description: Typed letter from Grand Dragon I.E. Phillips to Exalted Cyclops of Pensacola, dated May 2, 1927. Subject-Klansman J.W. Wilson. Signed by I.E. Phillips. Letter states dues card for Wilson is enclosed and his dues are paid through December 31, 1927, and asks the card be delivered to Wilson. See also: 2016.035.0403. 2016.035.0316, 2016.035.0314
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0412
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Title: Letter from C. Lewis, March 15, 1927.
Author: C. Lewis(?), Dear Brother
Abstract/Description: Handwritten letter on lined paper, dated March 15,1927, signature may be C. Lewis, but is not clear. Addressed to "Dear Brother." Letter writer is upset that a member of the Klan is considering being best man in a Catholic wedding and the writer wants a note to give to this person "in regards to this matter." On reverse is "R. P. Owens corner Romana & Spring sts.
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0393, uwf_ht_2016.035.0393
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Title: Letter from I.E. Phillips to Exalted Cyclops of Pensacola, March 23, 1927.
Author: Exalted Cyclops of Pensacola, I.E. Phillips
Abstract/Description: Typed letter from I. E. Phillips, Grand Dragon, dated March 23, 1927, to Exalted Cyclops of Pensacola. Letter orders Wentworth, his Kligrapp, and the Chief of Klokann to attend the meeting at the Chipley Hotel on March 28. Asks that Wentworth encourage members of the legislature who are also Klan members to attend the meeting. See also: 2016.035.0397
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0399
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Title: Letter from Fairhope Invisible Knights, July 28, 1927.
Author: Fairhope Invisible Knights, R. Geisenheimer
Abstract/Description: Letter from Fairhope Invisible Knights of the Ku Klux Klan Empire, Fairhope, Alabama. Handwritten in ink, dated July 28, 1927, the letter states that "Bro. R. Geisenheimer is a worthy Brother." Signed by the Kliagraph (sic).
Date Issued: July 28, 1927
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0326
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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: July 23, 1927
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0323
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Title: Letter from H.W. Evans to Klansmen, May 31, 1927.
Author: H.W. Evans (Imperial Wizard), Faithful and Esteemed Klansmen
Abstract/Description: Typed letter from H.W. Evans, Imperial Wizard, dated May 31, 1927. Addressed to Faithful and Esteemed Klansman. The letter states that the Grand Wizard has not had a reply from the recipient concerning his letter of March 21, 1927, concerning purchasing insurance from the Empire Mutual Life Insurance Co., a Klan-owned company. States a booklet in enclosed which explains what he means when he says that "we must cease to have our insurance dollars work against our purposes." This company will...
Show moreTyped letter from H.W. Evans, Imperial Wizard, dated May 31, 1927. Addressed to Faithful and Esteemed Klansman. The letter states that the Grand Wizard has not had a reply from the recipient concerning his letter of March 21, 1927, concerning purchasing insurance from the Empire Mutual Life Insurance Co., a Klan-owned company. States a booklet in enclosed which explains what he means when he says that "we must cease to have our insurance dollars work against our purposes." This company will use its resources for the advancement of Klankraft. For the first letter on this subject, see also; 2016.035.0394.a-b
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Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0419
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Title: Letter and Postcard from H.W. Evans (Imperial Wizard) to Klansmen, March 21, 1927.
Author: H.W. Evans (Imperial Wizard), Klansmen
Abstract/Description: Typed letter from H. W. Evans, Imperial Wizard, dated March 21, 1927, encouraging Klan members to purchase insurance from the Klan Insurance Department, the Empire Mutual Life Insurance Company. The letter included a pre-stamped postcard addressed to Mr. M.M. Johnstone in Washington, DC, which could be used to request information on the different types of insurance plans offered. See also: 2016.035.0419
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0394a-b
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Title: Letter to Hiram W. Evans from Frank Hilburn, July 5, 1927.
Author: Hiram W. Evans, Frank Hilburn, Pensacola Journal
Abstract/Description: Handwritten letter, ink on unlined paper, dated July 5, 1927, addressed to Dr. Hiram W. Evans, Atlanta, Georgia. He signed Frank Hilburn. The letter states that Hilburn withdrew his Klan membership in Detroit, Michigan; he now lives in Pensacola and wants to pay his back dues and join the local group. He also states he lost his bid for the City Commission because he would not give the Pensacola Journal a statement that he was not a Klan member and always supported the Klan. In a PS, he says, ...
Show moreHandwritten letter, ink on unlined paper, dated July 5, 1927, addressed to Dr. Hiram W. Evans, Atlanta, Georgia. He signed Frank Hilburn. The letter states that Hilburn withdrew his Klan membership in Detroit, Michigan; he now lives in Pensacola and wants to pay his back dues and join the local group. He also states he lost his bid for the City Commission because he would not give the Pensacola Journal a statement that he was not a Klan member and always supported the Klan. In a PS, he says, "I don't understand the Florida Klansmen political ways; when they get in office, they cater to the other side." See also: 2016.035.0325, 2016.035.0329.
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Date Issued: July 5, 1927
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0324
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Title: Letter from I.E. Phillips to All Exalted Cyclops of Florida, June 2, 1927.
Author: I.E. Phillips
Abstract/Description: Typed letter from I.E.Phillips, Grand Dragon, to all Exalted Cyclops of Florida, dated June 2, 1927. The letter relates that a bulletin was issued from the office of the Grand Dragon June 2, 1926, which prohibits any member of a local Klan from endorsing any political candidate more than 6 months prior to the election. The letter directs the Exalted Cyclops to make sure this directive is carried out.
Date Issued: June 2, 1927
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0420
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Title: Letter from Grand Dragon to Exalted Cyclops of Pensacola, July 5, 1927.
Author: I.E. Phillips, Exalted Cyclops, C.L. Bryant, H.W. Evans
Abstract/Description: Letter from the Grand Dragon to Exalted Cyclops of Pensacola, dated July 5, 1927. Signed by I. E.Phillips, Grand Dragon. Letter subject reads "Letter to Imperial Wizard from C. L. Bryant, Pensacola, Fla.," then states the referenced letter is enclosed and is self-explanatory, and that it was addressed to Dr. H. W. Evans, Washington, DC. Letter mentioned is not with this letter.
Date Issued: July 5, 1927
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0321
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Title: Letter from I.E. Phillips to Exalted Cyclops, August 2, 1927.
Author: I.E. Phillips, Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr., H.W Evans, Frank Hilburn, N.B. Forrest
Abstract/Description: Letter dated August 2, 1927, from Grand Dragon I. E. Phillips. to Exalted Cyclops, Pensacola. Letter references letter written to Dr. H.W. Evans, Imperial Wizard, by Frank Hilburn (also spelled Hilburn in related letters 2016.035.0324 and 2016.035.0325). This letter says the original letter (possibly referring to 216.035.0324) and the letter received from N.B. Forrest, Imperial Kligrapp, regarding this matter is attached (possibly referring to 2016.035.0325). Also see: 2016.035.0324, 2016.035...
Show moreLetter dated August 2, 1927, from Grand Dragon I. E. Phillips. to Exalted Cyclops, Pensacola. Letter references letter written to Dr. H.W. Evans, Imperial Wizard, by Frank Hilburn (also spelled Hilburn in related letters 2016.035.0324 and 2016.035.0325). This letter says the original letter (possibly referring to 216.035.0324) and the letter received from N.B. Forrest, Imperial Kligrapp, regarding this matter is attached (possibly referring to 2016.035.0325). Also see: 2016.035.0324, 2016.035.0325.
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Date Issued: August 2, 1927
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0329
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Title: Letter from I.E. Phillips to Exalted Cyclops, August 2, 1927.
Author: I.E. Phillips, Theodore Thomas Wentworth, Jr.
Abstract/Description: Letter from Grand Dragon I. E. Phillips to Exalted Cyclops, Pensacola, dated August 2, 1927, telling Wentworth that he did not fill in the size for the helmet ordered (see 2016.035.0327). Handwritten in ink at the bottom of the letter is "Size 7." Also see: 2016.035.0327.
Date Issued: August 2, 1927
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0330
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Title: Letter from I.E. Phillips to All Exalted Cyclops of Florida, June 16, 1927.
Author: I.E. Phillips, Exalted Cyclops
Abstract/Description: Letter from the Grand Dragon to all Exalted Cyclops of Florida, dated June 16, 1927. Signed by I. E. Phillips, Grand Dragon. The letter directs each Exalted Dragon to send in two lists, one with the names and addresses of "all city, county, state and federal officials within your jurisdiction who are members of our organization," including the "nature of the office that they hold." The second list is to be the names and addresses of "all American Legion members who have registered as...
Show moreLetter from the Grand Dragon to all Exalted Cyclops of Florida, dated June 16, 1927. Signed by I. E. Phillips, Grand Dragon. The letter directs each Exalted Dragon to send in two lists, one with the names and addresses of "all city, county, state and federal officials within your jurisdiction who are members of our organization," including the "nature of the office that they hold." The second list is to be the names and addresses of "all American Legion members who have registered as delegates or proposed visitors to the annual American Legion Convention convening in Paris in September." Also asked if the ranking delegate is prominent in American Legion affairs.
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Date Issued: June 16, 1927
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0320
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Title: Petition to J.H. Varnum, H.P. Caro, and J.W. Martin, ca. May 1927.
Author: J.H. Varnum, H.P. Caro, J.W. Martin
Abstract/Description: Handwritten note on plain paper, top of paper has been torn off. No date. Addressed to J. H. Varnum, H. P. Caro, and J. W. Martin, Tallahassee, Florida. "We urge the Passage House Bills 552 and 556. Signed Mr. L. A. Maygarden A. L. Williams Mrs. L. A. Maygarden H. Williams Mrs. J (?) Perdue H. W. Sandiford B. F. Howes (Mrs.) H. W. Sandiford Mrs. B. F. Howes J. A. Williams Lowell R. Cravey R. L. Kendrick J. J. Simmons Mrs, C, Simmons Mrs. R. Kendrick L. B. O'Neal W. O. Mame Mrs. L. B. O'Neal A...
Show moreHandwritten note on plain paper, top of paper has been torn off. No date. Addressed to J. H. Varnum, H. P. Caro, and J. W. Martin, Tallahassee, Florida. "We urge the Passage House Bills 552 and 556. Signed Mr. L. A. Maygarden A. L. Williams Mrs. L. A. Maygarden H. Williams Mrs. J (?) Perdue H. W. Sandiford B. F. Howes (Mrs.) H. W. Sandiford Mrs. B. F. Howes J. A. Williams Lowell R. Cravey R. L. Kendrick J. J. Simmons Mrs, C, Simmons Mrs. R. Kendrick L. B. O'Neal W. O. Mame Mrs. L. B. O'Neal A. M. O'Neal Viola O'Neal. Also see: uwf_ht_2016.035.0436.
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Date Issued: ca. May 1927
Identifier: uwf_ht_2016.035.0436
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