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"Steady, Take Aim, Fire!"
Photograph from an album entitled "Our Trip" to Strasburg VA, dated September 1901. The album is dedicated to "Ethel Bowman" whose parents hosted the travelers during their visit and who labeled each photograph.
The photograph shows an…
The photograph shows an…
Shenandoah River, ca. 1930
Four (4) photographs showing the Shenandoah River just east of Woodstock Virginia.
Three (3) of the images show the river's "Seven Bends" from the area of what is now the Woodstock Tower. The fourth was taken from what is now Frenchs Woods Road…
Three (3) of the images show the river's "Seven Bends" from the area of what is now the Woodstock Tower. The fourth was taken from what is now Frenchs Woods Road…
"October 2" 1914"
Two photographs. One showing a cemetery in an unknown location and a second showing an unidentified woman inside that cemetery. Both photographs are labeled on the reverse "October 2" 1914."
1959 Republic Election Guide
Republican Guide to Voters, 1959. Includes photographs of candidates for local offices and House of Delegates endorsed by the county Republican Party. Election is dated November 3, 1959. It includes hand written returns for each office.
Snarr and Miley Advertisment
Advertisement for Thomas Manufacturing Company Disc Drills and Grain Drills sold by Snarr and Miley Store in Toms Brook Virginia.
The advertisement is undated, but includes testimonials from individuals dated 1911.
The advertisement is undated, but includes testimonials from individuals dated 1911.
"Yoo Hoo"
Single sheet document produced by Camp Strawderman. It appears to be a type of weekly update broadside. It includes weather forecast, schedules, and other information. It is dated July 6, 1941.
Letter, William Tisinger to John Gatewood
Letter from William Tisinger to John Gatewood. Gatewood was editor of the "Sentinel of the Valley," a newspaper published in Woodstock Virginia ca. 1845. The letter appears to reference an article, written by "Tyro," that appeared in the Sentinel at…
Duck Artwork by Louis Zeigler
Art object produced by Louis Zeigler of "Ridgley School" for "Edith." The item is undated.
Ridgley School was located in Shenandoah County approximately 1.5 miles east of US Route 11 at the Saumsville Christian Church on what is now Ridgley Road…
Ridgley School was located in Shenandoah County approximately 1.5 miles east of US Route 11 at the Saumsville Christian Church on what is now Ridgley Road…
Fort Brick Church
Photograph showing the "Fort Brick Church" in Fort Valley Virginia. The image is undated. It is located in a photograph album that was maintained by Arlene Strickler.
This church and Trinty Church (pictured in the background) are currently home…
This church and Trinty Church (pictured in the background) are currently home…
Scrapbook Page
Here are two sides of a scrapbook page. The scrapbook was created by Margaret Hoffman during at an unknown date.
Each side of the page has different pictures pasted onto it. All the pictures were clipped from magazines. Margaret added her own…
Each side of the page has different pictures pasted onto it. All the pictures were clipped from magazines. Margaret added her own…
Unidentified Men with Foal
Photograph of two unknown men with a young horse right outside a barn. Farm tools are visible in the background. The photograph was taken ca. 1929.
On the back of the photograph, someone wrote the number 4.
On the back of the photograph, someone wrote the number 4.
Three Women and Child
Photograph of three women with a young girl. The photograph was taken ca. 1914. On the back of the photo, someone identified them as Mary James, Mrs. Brushwood (?), Margaret Virginia, and Mae Agnes Evans.
Unidentified Man
Photograph of a young man.
Child with Toy
Photograph of a young child standing outside with a toy baby carriage. It is unclear what is inside the carriage.
Woman Sweeping Porch
Photograph of an unidentified woman standing on the front porch and holding a broom.
Linden Malcolm Winesburg
Photograph of Linden Malcolm Winesburg sitting outside.
Mary Ann Williamson wrote about Linden and his family in her book, The History of Edinburg, Virginia. In the book, she notes that the Winesburg family were prominent tinsmithers in Edinburg.…
Mary Ann Williamson wrote about Linden and his family in her book, The History of Edinburg, Virginia. In the book, she notes that the Winesburg family were prominent tinsmithers in Edinburg.…
Men with Car
Photograph of six men standing and sitting by a car. On the back of the photo, someone has indicated that the picture was taken some time in the 1930s.
The six men are Herschel Keplinger, Irvin Mowery, Charles Prather, Ben Mumaw, James Edward…
The six men are Herschel Keplinger, Irvin Mowery, Charles Prather, Ben Mumaw, James Edward…
"View of the Town of Strasburg..."
Sketch of the Town of Strasburg Virginia and Federal troops dated March 25 1862. It is from an issue of Frank Leslie's Illustrated Almanac.
The sketch looks south and includes a description of the town and some of its interaction with troops…
The sketch looks south and includes a description of the town and some of its interaction with troops…
"The Old Family Album" Play Photograph
Photograph of individuals participating in the play "The Ole Family Album" held at the Edinburg Theater.
This production was held on March 26, 1953 by the Madison District Auxiliary of the Shenandoah County Memorial Hospital. Proceeds were…
This production was held on March 26, 1953 by the Madison District Auxiliary of the Shenandoah County Memorial Hospital. Proceeds were…
Massanutten Cadets at Lunch Counter
Photograph of four unidentified Massanutten Military Cadets sitting at a lunch counter in Woodstock Virginia.
Behind them are two unidentified women working the counter.
The photograph is taken from a page in the 1965 "The Adjutant," yearbook…
Behind them are two unidentified women working the counter.
The photograph is taken from a page in the 1965 "The Adjutant," yearbook…
A Card to the Voters of Shenandoah County
Campaign broadside issued by James S. Trout, candidate for the Virginia House of Delegates and addressing the voters of Shenandoah County Virginia.
The broadside is undated but would have been printed between 1865 and 1900. It addresses the…
The broadside is undated but would have been printed between 1865 and 1900. It addresses the…
License to Operate a Retail Store
License granted to "Jno Wissler & Co" to operate a retail store in Columbia Furnace Virginia after the company has paid a $48 fee. The document is dated April 12 1858.
The license was signed by ____ Rinker and references the Sheriff of Shenandoah…
The license was signed by ____ Rinker and references the Sheriff of Shenandoah…
Letter, Douglas V. Evans to Margaret Hoffman, January 26 1941
Letter sent from Douglas V. Evans to Margaret Hoffman congratulating her being named to the honor role while a student at Madison College, now James Madison University.
Douglas V. Evans was principal of the Woodstock High School when Margaret…
Douglas V. Evans was principal of the Woodstock High School when Margaret…
Mrs. Marie Williams
1958 photograph of "Mrs. Marie Williams" who was then President of the Auxiliary to the Virginia State Firefighters Association.
The photograph is taken from the booklet for the 1958 State Firefighter's Association Convention which was held in…
The photograph is taken from the booklet for the 1958 State Firefighter's Association Convention which was held in…
Toms Brook Elementary School, Mrs. Carey Fifth Grade Class, 1963 & 1964
Photograph of a Fifth Grade Class taught by Betty L. Carey at the Toms Brook Elementary School during the 1963-1964 school year.
The students are unidentified.
The students are unidentified.