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Davis 4.711 Glen Cove
View of Glen Cove subdivision.
Davis 4.71 Glen Cove
View of Glen Cove subdivision.
Davis 4.42 Franklin Road
Looking North on Franklin Road, South of McClanahan Street.
Davis 4.31 Mill Mountain Loop
Old road up to Mill Mountain. Photo caption reads, "at this location the loop the loop where Mr. Henritze's house (Rockledge) is located now".
Davis 4.21 American Viscose Car Parade
American Viscose car in World War I drive parade.
Davis 4.12 Patterson Avenue
View of Patterson Avenue and McClaugherty Brothers Grocery, formerly located at 1125 Patterson Avenue.
Davis 4.11 Mayor's Monument
Mayor's Monument, also known as Kimball Tower.
Davis 4.11-2 Mayor's Monument
Mayor's Monument, also known as Kimball Tower.
Davis 4.11-4 Mayor's Monument
Mayor's Monument, also known as Kimball Tower.
Davis 4.11-3 Mayor's Monument
Mayor's Monument, also known as Kimball Tower.
Davis 35.11 OSW Apartments
This apartment building located at 701 3rd Street was one of the first totally electric apartment buildings in the city.
Davis 35.1 OSW Apartments
This apartment building located at 701 3rd Street was one of the first totally electric apartment buildings in the city.
Davis 34.1-3 Easter Sunrise Service
Easter Sunrise Service held in Highland Park under the auspices of the Altrusa Club of Roanoke.
Davis 34.1-2 Easter Sunrise Service
Easter Sunrise Service held in Highland Park under the auspices of the Altrusa Club of Roanoke.
Davis 34.1-1 Easter Sunrise Service at Highland Park
Easter Sunrise Service held in Highland Park under the auspices of the Altrusa Club of Roanoke.
Davis2 33.1 3rd Street Home
House located near the intersection of Luck Avenue and 3rd Street. The fire escape on the left is that of the old Lewis-Gale Hospital which stood on the corner. Both the house and the hospital have long been gone.
Davis 31.51 Terry House
The Terry House in Elmwood Park. The home was used as Roanoke's first public library until it the current structure was built in 1952. The home was used as recreational offices until it was razed in 1964.
Davis 31.48 Mountain View Gardens
Gardens on the Mountain View property, home of J.B. Fishburn.
Davis 31.46 Draper-Ingles Cabin
Located at Ingles Ferry in Radford, the Mary Draper Ingles cabin, also known as the Ingles Family Farmstead, was the home of Mary Draper and her husband, Thomas Ingles. Mary Draper Ingles was abducted by Shawnee Indians in 1755 and taken to Big Bone…
Davis 31.45 McClanahan House
This house was built circa 1855 by Elijah McClanahan. Elijah was the son of William McClanahan who owned over 3,000 acres of land, including Crystal Spring and Mill Mountain. First Presbyterian Church was built on the site in 1929.
Davis 31.44 Howbert House
The Howbert house and farm was built by George Howbert circa 1900. Howbert sold the house and farm to the Wasena Land Company in 1910 for development as a suburb of Roanoke. The house still stands at 918 Howbert Avenue.
Davis 31.43 Magnolia
Magnolia was located at the corner of Orange Avenue and Williamson Road,. Built in 1837 by Zachariah Robinson as a tavern, Magnolia was a popular stop for stagecoach traffic until 1850 when rail became the primary means of long distance travel. Dr.…
Davis 31.41 Howbert Cabin
At the corner of Floyd Avenue and Main Street in Wasena stood this house, part of the Howbert Farm. It was rented for many years by the Custer Family, who posed on the porch for this photograph.
Davis 31.312 Rockledge Inn
Rockledge Inn opened in the Spring of 1892 as a resort hotel. It featured sweeping verandas and views of the city, tennis and croquet courts, large stone fireplaces and a private coach that ran from the depot to the inn. Rockledge Inn would…
Davis 31.311 Rockledge Inn
Rockledge Inn opened in the Spring of 1892 as a resort hotel. It featured sweeping verandas and views of the city, tennis and croquet courts, large stone fireplaces and a private coach that ran from the depot to the inn. Rockledge Inn would…
Davis 31.31 Rockledge Inn
Rockledge Inn opened in the Spring of 1892 as a resort hotel. It featured sweeping verandas and views of the city, tennis and croquet courts, large stone fireplaces and a private coach that ran from the depot to the inn. Rockledge Inn would…
Davis231.11d Fort Greenridge
An unidentified boy measures the logs of Fort Greenridge. Fort Greenridge was located on the west branch of Carvins Creek near Kingstown. In addition to Fort Greenridge, the structure was also called Garst's Fort and Schwarz's Fort as it was owned…
Davis2 31.11c Fort Greenridge
Fort Greenridge was located on the west branch of Carvins Creek near Kingstown. In addition to Fort Greenridge, the structure was also called Garst's Fort and Schwarz's Fort as it was owned by Frederick Garst and Chris Schwarz. Fort Greenridge was…
Davis2 31.11b Fort Greenridge
Fireplace located inside Fort Greenridge. Fort Greenridge was located on the west branch of Carvins Creek near Kingstown. In addition to Fort Greenridge, the structure was also called Garst's Fort and Schwarz's Fort as it was owned by Frederick…
Davis2 31.11a Fort Greenridge
Fort Greenridge was located on the west branch of Carvins Creek near Kingstown. In addition to Fort Greenridge, the structure was also called Garst's Fort and Schwarz's Fort as it was owned by Frederick Garst and Chris Schwarz. Fort Greenridge was…
Davis 31 J.N. Maxey Home
J.N. Maxey Home
Davis2 30.1u Shaffers Crossing Roundhouse
This 115 foot roundhouse was constructed in sections by J.P. Pettyjohn and Company with the first 21 stalls on July 1, 1918. The first stalls and turntable were put into service on September 15, 1919. The turntable was erected by Norfolk and Western…
Davis2 30.1s The Morris House
Built in 1963 by Jim Yeatts, the Morris House is located at 2831 Wilton Road.
Davis2 30.1r Bungalow Style House
Located at 2607 Rosalind Avenue, this home was built in 1931 and is an example of Bungalow-Style architecture.
Davis2 30.1p Colonial Revival House
Located at 101 27th Street SE in South Roanoke, this Colonial Revival-Style House was designed by architect Robert Allen.
Davis2 30.1o Queen Anne Style House
Located at 414 Walnut Avenue, this home was built by J.H. Gibboney, a chemist at Norfolk & Western. One of many examples of the Queen Anne style of Architecture in the Roanoke Valley.
Davis2 30.1n Queen Anne Style House
Located at 103 Union Street, this home is reflective of the Queen Anne style. It was built in 1901 by M.G. McClung, an editor of the Salem Sentinel.
Davis2 30.1m Gothic Revival Style House
This home was once located at 5415 Plantation Road. A casuality of urban sprawl, this home was an example of Gothic Revival architecture.
Davis2 30.1l Evans House
Located at 213 N. Broad Street in Salem, the Evans house was built around 1882 by John M. Evans in the Second Empire style.
Davis2 30.1k Row Houses
Row Houses like those pictured were an important part of Roanoke's architectural growth. The houses in this photo were once located on Rutherford Avenue Northeast.
Davis2 30.1j Virginia Farm House
Formerly located at 2801 Brandon Place, this house was typical of Virginia Farm Houses of the 19th Century.
Davis2 30.1i Pleasant Grove
Located at 4377 W. Main Street, Pleasant Grove was built in 1853 for Joseph Deyerle. This photo depicts a close-up of the front door of the Georgian style home.
Davis2 30.1h Belle Aire
Located at 3820 Belle Air Circle, Belle Aire was built around 1849 by Benjamin Deyerle for Madison Pitzer.
Davis2 30.1g Monterey
Located at 110 High Street, Monterey was built around 1855 by Benjamin Deyerle. It is one of many houses built by Deyerle in the valley and reflects his Greek Revival architectural style.
Davis2 30.1f Brown House Store
Located at 801 E. Main Street in Salem, Williams-Brown House-Store was built around 1845 by tradesman William Williams. The structure was used as both a home and a store. It is now the home of the Salem Museum and Historical Society.
Davis2 30.1e Monterey
Located of of Tinker Creek Lane in Northeast, Monterey was built around 1845. The home is an example of Greek Revival architecture most commonly found in the Gulf Coast States.
Davis2 30.1d Speedwell
Located at 6135 Merriman Road in Roanoke County, Speedwell was built around 1831 by Lewis Harvey. The house contains elements of Greek Revival style architecture.
Davis2 30.1c Sun Valley
Located just off of Williamson Road, this photo depicts the Sun Valley subdivision where Tampa Drive intersects Orlando Avenue.
Davis2 30.1b Fishburn House
Located at 3542 Peakwood Drive, this home was constructed for Robert Fishburn in 1968. Its unique construction was meant to blend with its natural surroundings.
Davis2 30.1a Garst Log House
Once located just off of Garst MIll Road at the intersection of Grandin Road Extension, Garst Log Cabin is believed to be one of the earliest homes in the area. It was built around 1800.
Davis2 3.41 City Market
August 1938.
Davis2 3.15 Cows on Market
Cows on market for a livestock auction.
Davis2 3.14 Cows on Market
Cows on market for a livestock auction.
Davis2 3.13 1927 Roanoke Flood
Cars drive through water on Campbell Avenue in front of the Market Building.
Davis 3.12 Playing at the City Market
Old city market. Looking toward Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 3.11 Old City Market
Old City Market. Old assembly hall in background. Circa 1890.
Davis 3.1 City Market
A view of the City Market area looking south on Market Street.
Davis 29b Calvary Baptist Church
Interior view of Calvary Baptist Church sanctuary, located at 608 Campbell Avenue.
Davis 29a Calvary Baptist Church
Interior view of Calvary Baptist Church sanctuary, located at 608 Campbell Avenue.
Davis 29.9 Church of God
Church of God parishioners
Davis 28.11 St. Marks Lutheran
The first St. Marks Lutheran Church, once located on the southeast corner of Church Avenue and 2nd Street. Though this building no longer stands, Greene Memorial United Methodist Church is now located on the site.
Davis 28.1 St Marks Lutheran
Old St. Marks Lutheran Church built by Methodists on corner of Campbell Avenue and 3rd Street.
Davis2 28.01b Old Lutheran Church
Now the site of Brandon Oaks Lifecare Retirement Home, tradition has it that this structure was the first Lutheran Church in the area. A historical marker is located in the area where the church once stood.
Davis2 28.01a Old Lutheran Church Sign
Located on Brandon Avenue near the entrance to Brandon Oaks Lifecare Retirement Home, this historical marker makes note of the first Lutheran congregation in the area.
Davis 27c Holy Trinity Parishioners
Parishioners of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church.
Davis 27b Trinity Holiness Church
Parishioners of the former Trinity Holiness Church.
Davis 27a Trinity Holiness Church
Parishioners of the former Trinity Holiness Church.
Davis 27.62 Melrose Avenue SDA Church
Melrose Avuenue Seventh Day Adventist Church, located at 1601 Melrose Avenue.
Davis2 27.61 Evangelical Foursquare
Evangelical Foursquare Church, located at 612 Bullitt Avenue. Building is now used by New Beginnings Pentecostal Church
Davis 27.591 Ghent Brethren Church
Ghent Grace Brethren Church, located at 1511 Wasena Avenue.
Davis 27.51 Central Church of the Brethren
The Central Church of the Brethren, located at 416 Church Avenue.
Davis 27.5 Central Church of the Brethren
Interior view of Central Church of the Brethren, located at 416 Church Avenue.
Davis 27.31 Roanoke Church of Christ
Roanoke Church of Christ, located at 2606 Brandon Avenue.
Davis 27.2 First Christian Church
First Christian Church, locate at 344 Church Avenue.
Davis 27.1 First Church of Christ Scientist
The First Church of Christ. Scientist, formerly located at the corner of Church Avenue and 5th Street.
Davis 26.1 Beth Israel
The bimah in Beth Israel Synagogue.
Davis 26 Beth Israel
The sancutary of Beth Israel Synagogue.
Davis2 25.313 Our Lady of Nazareth
Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church. Formerly located at 820 Campbell Avenue, this structure was the first church, completed in 1926. It was used by the church until 1978 when the current structure was completed on Electric Road. The structure in…
Davis 25.312 Our Lady of Nazareth
Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church. Formerly located at 820 Campbell Avenue, this structure was the first church, completed in 1926. It was used by the church until 1978 when the current structure was completed on Electric Road. The structure in…
Davis 25.311 Our Lady of Nazareth
Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church. Formerly located at 820 Campbell Avenue, this structure was the first church, completed in 1926. It was used by the church until 1978 when the current structure was completed on Electric Road. The structure in…
Davis 25.22 St Andrews Service
St. Andrew's Catholic Church sanctuary during Mass.
Davis 25.21 St Andrews Service
St. Andrew's Catholic Church sanctuary during Mass.
Davis 25.2 St Andrews Interior
The sanctuary of St. Andrew's Catholic Church.
Davis 25.15 St. Andrews Construction
Men at work during the construction of St. Andrew's Catholic Church
Davis 25.14 St Andrews
St. Andrew's Catholic Church. The current structure was built in 1902.
Davis 25.13 St Andrews
St. Andrew's Catholic Church was built in 1902
Davis 25.12 Ryan Hall
Ryan Hall, the first school building for Roanoke Catholic. The building was razed in 1999.
Davis 25.11 St Andrews
St. Andrews Catholic Church. The current structure was built in 1902.
Davis 25.1 St Andrews
St. Andrews Catholic Church. The current structure was built in 1902.
Davis 24.214 Christ Episcopal
The sanctuary of Christ Episcopal Church located at 1101 Franklin Road
Davis 24.181 St Johns Parish
St. John's Episcopal Church Parish House, located at the corner of Elm Avenue and Jefferson Street. The church was constructed in 1892. The Parish House was constructed in 1922. It was remodeled in 1957; stone replaced the brick facade seen in…
Davis 24.13 St Johns Episcopal
The old St. John's Episcopal Church was once located at the corner of Church Avenue and 2nd Street. Built in 1874, the church was used by Trinity United Methodist when St. John's built its new structure on Jefferson Street. In 1901, Trinity moved…
Davis2 24.12 St Johns Episcopal
The old St. John's Episcopal Church was once located at the corner of Church Avenue and 2nd Street. In this photo, the vacant building's lawn is being used for billboards. The signs include: Jamison's Chain Grocery Stores, Colonial National Bank,…
Davis2 24.1 St Johns Episcopal
St. John's Espiscopal Church at its Church Avenue and 2nd Street location. The building was not being used by the church at the time this photo was taken. General Outdoor Adventure Co. was using the building.
Davis 24.01 St Johns Episcopal
Remaining walls of St. John's Episcopal Church. St. John's was the first Episcopal in the Old Lick area of Roanoke County. The cabin in the background once belonged to Bernie Rideout Holland, a former slave of General Edward Watts. Built in 1850,…
Davis2 23.43 First Presbyterian
First Presbyterian Church, located at 2101 Jefferson Street.
Davis2 23.35 Belmont Presbyterian
Belmont Presbyterian Church, located at 1005 9th Street SE.
Davis 23.2152 Raleigh Court Presbyterian
The sanctuary of Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church.
Davis 23.2151 Raleigh Court Presbyterian
Stained glass window in the sanctuary of Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church.
Davis 23.214a Raleigh Court Presbyterian
Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church located at 1837 Grandin Road..
Davis 23.211 Raleigh Court Presbyterian
Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church located at 1837 Grandin Road..
Davis 23.21 Raleigh Court Presbyterian
Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church located at 1837 Grandin Road..
Davis 23.2 Raleigh Court Presbyterian
Raleigh Court Presbyterian located at 1837 Grandin Road.
Davis 23.1 Old First Presbyterian
Old First Presbyterian Church, formerly located on the Southwest corner of Church Avenue and 3rd Street.
Davis 22.911 Mount Pleasant Methodist
Mount Pleasant Methodist Church located at 3035 Mount Pleasant Boulevard.
Davis 22.82 Grace Methodist Church
Grace Methodist Church located at 4404 Williamson Road.
Davis 22.81 Northview Methodist Church
Northview Methodist Church located at 521 Ridgecrest Drive in Hollins.
Davis 22.63 Trinity Methodist Church
Trinity Methodist Church located at 305 Mountain Avenue.
Davis 22.624c Trinity UMC Group
Group photo of Trinity United Methodist parishioners.
Davis 22.624b Trinity UMC Group
Group photo of Trinity United Methodist parishioners.
Davis 22.624a Trinity Methodist Group
Group photo of Trinity United Methodist parishioners.
Davis2 22.623 Trinity Methodist
Trinity Methodist Church, located at 305 Mountain Avenue.
Davis 22.52 Belmont United Methodist Church
Belmont United Methodist Church, formerly located at 806 Jamison Avenue, is now Metropolitan Community Church.
Davis 22.33 Melrose United Methodist
Melrose United Methodist Church, formerly located at 1301 Melrose Avenue.
Davis2 21.61 Pastors of Enon Baptist
Plaque listing pastors of Enon Baptist Church in Hollins from 1855 -1902.
Davis 21.552 Villa Heights Bible School
Group photo of Bible School attendees at Villa Heights Baptist Church.
Davis 21.551 Villa Heights Baptist Church
Villa Heights Baptist Church, formerly located at 1020 Lafayette Blvd. NW.
Davis 21.543 Virginia Heights Baptist Church
Virginia Heights Baptist Church, located at 2014 Memorial Avenue SW.
Davis 21.524 Vinton Baptist Group
Group photo of Vinton Baptist Church parishioners at Bible retreat.
Davis 21.523e Vinton Baptist Group
Group photo of Vinton Baptist Church parishioners at Bible retreat.
Davis 21.523d Vinton Baptist Group
Group photo of Vinton Baptist Church parishioners at Bible retreat.
Davis 21.523a Vinton Baptist Group
Group photo of Vinton Baptist Church parishioners at Bible retreat.
Davis 21.522 Vinton Baptist Group
Group portrait of Vinton Baptist Church parishioners.
Davis 21.512 Oakland Baptist
A newly constructed Oakland Baptist Church on right with an inset of the original Oakland Baptist at left.
Davis 21.511 Oakland Baptist Church
Oakland Baptist Church at 3623 Roundhill Avenue
Davis 21.215 First Baptist Church Doors
Doors of First Baptist Church at 515 3rd Street.
Davis 21.1 Belmont Baptist
Belmont Baptist Church on Stewart Ave. SE and 9th Street.
Davis 2.31 Roanoke Supply Company
Unidentified group of Shriners standing on sidewalk in front of Roanoke Supply Company store, located at 101 W. Salem Avenue.
Davis 2.25 Roanoke Fair
Looking north of Jefferson Street from Campbell Avenue at crowd gathered for Roanoke Fair.
Davis 2.24 Elks Lodge 197
Roanoke Lodge #197 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. The lodge stood on the corner of Jefferson Street and Franklin Road where Anthem is now located.
Davis 2.23 J.M. Gambill
Proffit Cobbler Shop and J.M. Gambill Wholesale Grocers on Salem Avenue. Edward Franklin Proffit on left.
Davis 2.22 J. Kefauver & Sons Repository
The Kefauver Repository was a large warehouse built on the site of the present Municipal Building between 1874 and 1878 and faced Commerce St. It was known as Kefauver's Folly in that Kefauver & Son originated the Central Manufacturing Company and…
Davis 2.21 Jefferson and Campbell Intersection
Intersection of Jefferson Street and Campbell Avenue. Sign for Rialto Theater visible on right. The Rialto was known for showing westerns.
Davis 2.162 Salem Avenue
Looking east on Salem Avenue from Henry Street (now 1st). This row of storefronts included a bowling alley; liquor store,;L.A. Tolbert Cleaning, Pressing and Repairing; Brady's Bar and Restaurant; a barbershop and a pool hall.
Davis 2.161 2nd Street
A view of 2nd Street. George Davis is leaning against the lamp post.
Davis 2.16 Salem Avenue
A view of Salem Avenue at 2nd Street.
Davis2 2.15 Welcome
United Council of Travelers Welcome banner for a conference in Roanoke.
Davis 2.14 Cornerstone Laying Masonic Temple
Cornerstone placement at the Masonic Temple, formerly located at the intersection of Campbell Avenue and Jefferson Street.
Davis 2.1381 S.H. Davis Pictures
S.H. Davis Pictures, formerly located at 136 Campbell Avenue.
Davis 2.135 Butler's Shoes
Butler's Shoes, formerly located on Campbell Avenue.
Davis2 2.1342 W.T. Grant Company
W.T. Grant Company and McClellan Stores, formerly located 17-23 Campbell Avenue SW.
Davis2 2.1341 David Kohen
David Kohen Clothing and Apparel, formerly located at 24 Campbell Avenue SW.
Davis 2.134 Leggett's
Leggett's, formerly located at 112 Campbell Avenue SW.
Davis 2.1337 West on Campbell
Looking West on Campbell Avenue.
Davis 2.1336 West on Campbell Ave.
Looking West on Campbell Avenue.
Davis 2.1335 West Campbell
Looking west on Campbell Avenue from the Jefferson Street intersection.
Davis 2.1334 West on Campbell
Looking west on Campbell Avenue.
Davis 2.1333 West on Campbell
Looking west on Campbell Avenue.
Davis 2.1323 East on Campbell
Looking east on Campbell Avenue from Jefferson Street.
Davis 2.1322 East on Campbell
Looking east on Campbell Avenue from Jefferson Street.
Davis 2.1321 East on Campbell
Looking east on Campbell Avenue from 1st Street.
Davis 2.1312a Joy Shop
Joy Shop located at the intersection of Jefferson Street and Campbell Avenue.
Davis 2.1311 Joy Shop
Joy Shop, formerly located at the intersection of Jefferson Street and Campbell Avenue.
Davis 2.12 Kazim Temple Band
Kazim Temple Band in Christmas parade. Looking northeast on Jefferson Street from the corner of Day Avenue.
Davis 2.112 N&W Office
Norfolk & Western Office on the 500 block of S. Jefferson Street.
Davis 2.111a Advance Auto
Original Advance Auto Parts, formerly located at 503 S. Jefferson Street.
Davis 2.1115 South on Jefferson
Looking south on Jefferson Street.
Davis 2.1114 South on Jefferson
Looking south on Jefferson Street. Signs for Jefferson Cafe, Jefferson Hotel and Hotel Colonial line the left side of the street. Signs for Rex Taylor's and the Patrick Henry Hotel are visible on the right side of the street.
Davis 2.1113 South on Jefferson
Looking south on Jefferson Street from Luck Avenue intersection.
Davis 2.1112 South on Jefferson
Looking south on Jefferson Street from Campbell Avenue intersection.
Davis 2.111 North on Jefferson
Looking north on the 500 block of Jefferson Street.
Davis 2.1 Jefferson and Franklin
The northwest corner of Jefferson Street and Franklin Road. Park Theater visible on right. The marquee reads, "Gloria Swanson and Rudolph Valentino in Beyond the Rocks". Building to the right of the theatre was vacant at the time.
Davis 19b RRYMCA
A rear view of the Railroad YMCA, formerly located at 12th Street and Shenandoah Avenue. The building was razed in 1947.
Davis 19a RRYMCA
Railroad YMCA, formerly located at 12th Street and Shenandoah Avenue. The building was razed in 1947.
Davis 19.814 Terrace Apartments
A view of several buildings of the Terrace Apartments (formerly Wood Apartments) located in Raleigh Court.
Davis 19.813 Terrace Apartments
A view of several buildings of the Terrace Apartments (formerly Wood Apartments) located in Raleigh Court.
Davis 19.812 Terrace Apartments
A view of several buildings of the Terrace Apartments (formerly Wood Apartments) located in Raleigh Court.
Davis 19.811 Terrace Apartments
A view of several buildings of the Terrace Apartments (formerly Wood Apartments) located in Raleigh Court.
Davis 19.14 YWCA
The YWCA located at the corner of Franklin Road and 1st Street.
Davis 18.52 Roanoke Wastewater Treatment Plant
Roanoke Wasterwater Treatment Plant off of Brownlee Avenue in Southeast.
Davis2 18.51d CC Water Treatment Facility
Carvins Cove Water Treatment Facility.
Davis 18.51c CC Water Treatment Facility Interior
Interior view of Carvins Cove Water Treatment Facility
Davis 18.51a Water Treatment Facility
Unidentified water treatment facility.
Davis 18.2 Civic Center Model
An archetectural model of the Roanoke Civic Center.
Davis2 17.41 Washington & Lee
Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia.
Davis 17.12a Roanoke College Faculty
The faculty of Roanoke College pose for a group portrait in front of the Administration Building.
Davis 17.121b H. Sherman Oberly
Sixth President of Roanoke College, Dr. H. Sherman Oberly, is pictured on the right next to an unidentitifed faculty member.
Davis 17.121a RC Class of 1950
Members of the Roanoke College Class of 1950 pose for a portrait with faculty members in front of the Administration Building.
Davis 17.11 Alumni Gymnasium
A rendering by Frye and Stone Architects of the Alumni Gymnasium at Roanoke College.
Davis 16.77 Roanoker Motor Lodge
The Roanoker Motor Lodge, formerly located at 7645 Williamson Road.
Davis 16.76 Roanoke Shangri La Motel
View of the Shangri La Motel and Sign, once located at 5125 Williamson Road.
Davis 16.7411 Holiday Inn
The sign for the Holiday Inn of America in Roanoke, formerly located at 7120 Williamson Road.
Davis 16.731 Hitching Post Motel
The sign for the Hitching Post Motel, which was located at 7656 Williamson Road.
Davis 16.72 Big Oak Motel
Big Oak Motel was located at 2501 Williamson Road.
Davis 16.71 Monticello Motel
Monticello Motel was located at 5046 Williamson Road.
Davis 16.5 Raleigh Tavern
Raleigh Tavern, Roanoke's first hotel, was located on Lynchburg (Orange) Avenue NE. Built in the early 1800s and long known as Pate's Tavern, it was a popular stopping-place on the north-south stages or on the road from Lynchburg west to Seven Mile…
Davis 16.4375 Dining Room
Waitstaff poses next to table prepared for a banquet in the Patrick Henry Hotel.
Davis 16.4371 Pastry Display
Pastry chef and Kazim Shriner pose next to a pastry display for the Shriners at the Patrick Henry.
Davis 16.431 Patrick Henry Hotel Display
Display in the coffee shop window for the VMI/VPI game.
Davis 16.43 PH Ballroom
Patrick Henry Hotel ballroom prepared for a banquet.
Davis 16.421 Patrick Henry Hotel
The Patrick Henry is seen from Elmwood Park.
Davis 16.41a Patrick Henry
The Patrick Henry as seen from Elmwood Park.
Davis 16.414 Patrick Henry Hotel
View of the Patrick Henry from Elmwood Park.
Davis 16.411 Patrick Henry
Patrick Henry Hotel.
Davis 16.31 Rorer Park Hotel
Rorer Park Hotel. The hotel was purchased by the citizens of Roanoke and presented to the Alleghany Institute, a school for boys. The Institute used this structure for three years.
Davis 16.28 Hotel Roanoke
Looking north at Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.2791 Writing Room
The Writing Room in Hotel Roanoke. This space is now an extension of the Pine Room Pub.
Davis 16.279 Hotel Lobby
The lobby of Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.278 Private Dining Room
A private dining room in Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.277 Regency Room
The Regency Room, Hotel Roanoke's main dining room.
Davis 16.276 Guest Room
A typical guest room in Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.275 Ballroom
The ballroom in Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.274 Private Parlor
A view of one of the private parlors in Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.273 English Lounge
English Lounge in Hotel Roanoke. This space is now called the Pine Room.
Davis 16.272 Cigar Counter
Cigar Counter in Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.271 Palm Court
Palm Court in Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.2690 Hotel Roanoke
West entrance of the Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.269 Hotel Roanoke
West entrance of the Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.268 Hotel Roanoke
Main entrance of Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.267 Hotel Roanoke
Main entrance of Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.266 Hotel Roanoke
Exterior of garage at Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.265 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.264 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.263 Hotel Roanoke
Entrance of the Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.262 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.261 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.26 Hotel Roanoke
Night scene of the Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.251 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.25 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.24 Hotel Roanoke Construction
The Hotel Roanoke during the construction of an addition by the Virginia Bridge Company.
Davis 16.23 Hotel Roanoke Construction
The Hotel Roanoke under construction. Construction by the Virginia Bridge Company.
Davis 16.22 Hotel Roanoke Construction
The Hotel Roanoke under construction. Construction by the Virginia Bridge Company.
Davis 16.2102 Hotel Roanoke Construction
Hotel Roanoke shown during contruction of addition.
Davis 16.2101 Hotel Roanoke
The Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.21 Hotel Roanoke
The Hotel Roanoke has gone through mulitple renovations, due to fire and to increase its size. This undated photo depicts the hotel in one of its many "phases". Despite the renovations, the hotel has maintained its distinctive style.
Davis 16.210 Hotel Roanoke Sign
Sign for the Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.2091 Hotel Roanoke
An aerial view of the Hotel Roanoke. Roanoke Auditorium visible in upper right corner.
Davis 16.209 Hotel Roanoke Aerial
An aerial view of the Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.207 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.206 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.205 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.204 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke.
Davis2 16.203 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke
Davis 16.2022 Hotel Roanoke
Bird's eye view of Hotel Roanoke. Spires of St. Andrew's Cathedral can be seen in upper left corner.
Davis 16.2021 Hotel Roanoke
An early view of the Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.202 Hotel Roanoke
Hotel Roanoke was built in 1882 by the Norfolk and Western Railway.
Davis 16.2011 Hotel Roanoke, 1886
The Hotel Roanoke in 1886.
Davis 16.201 Hotel Roanoke Fire
In July 1898, a fire started in the kitchen of the hotel. This photo makes the fire appear worse than it actually was, as the hotel was only closed for several months. Notice the furniture on the lawn; hotel guests and employees removed what they…
Davis2 16.2 Hotel Roanoke
The Hotel Roanoke.
Davis 16.1 Ponce de Leon
The Ponce de Leon Hotel at 131 Campbell Avenue. This building was constructed in 1931 on the foundation of the previous Ponce de Leon which burned in 1931.
Davis 15.721 Fintel Library
Fintel Library at Roanoke College.
Davis 15.72 Fintel Library
Fintel Library at Roanoke College.
Davis 15.711 Fishburn Library
Interior view of the reading room in the Fishburn Library at Hollins College.
Davis 15.71 Fishburn Library
The Fishburn Library at Hollins College.
Davis 15.631 Virginia Heights Book Station
Interior view of the Virginia Heights Book Station. The Virginia Heights Book Station was a precursor to the Raleigh Court Branch Library. It was located in the Masonic Lodge building at Grandin Road and Memorial Avenue.
Davis 15.63 Raleigh Court Library
The Raleigh Court Library was located at 1916 Memorial Avenue. The building is now used by Pop's Ice Cream.
Davis 15.625-3 Melrose Branch Library
The Melrose Branch Library was constructed in 1947 at a cost of $19,947.00
Davis 15.625-2 Melrose Branch Library
The newly constructed Melrose Branch Library at 2318 Melrose Avenue. The sign reads, "New Library constructed for your convenience and assistance by the City of Roanoke".
Davis 15.625-1 Melrose Branch Library
Roanoke Librarian Pearl Hinesley stands in front of the newly constructed Melrose Branch.
Davis 15.621 Melrose Branch Library
Interior view of Melrose Branch Library after it was relocated from 15th Street and Melrose to the basement of Melrose School at 1100 Melrose Avenue.
Davis 15.62 Melrose Branch Library
The Melrose Book Station, located at Melrose Avenue and 15th Street. In 1929, the "Book Station" was moved to the basement of Melrose School at 1100 Melrose Avenue. In 1933 it was moved to a vacant store at 1801 Melrose Avenue. In 1948, the branch…
Davis 15.615 Gainsboro Branch Library
Early view of the Gainsboro Branch Library. The building was completed in 1941 at a cost of $23,970.24.
Davis 15.612-2 Library Shelving
Basement storage shelving at the Gainsboro Branch.
Davis 15.612 Library Shelving
Basement storage shelving at the Gainsboro Branch.
Davis 15.611 Gainsboro Branch Library
Interior of the Gainsboro Branch Roanoke Public Library.
Davis 15.61 Gainsboro Library Interior
Roanoke Public Library's Gainsboro Branch found its beginnings in the Odd Fellows Hall, formerly located at the corner of Patton Avenue and Gainsboro Road. It would relocate to the current building in 1942.
Davis 15.23 Patrons in Reference
The reference room in the old library about 1947.
Davis 15.222 Reading & Reference Room
Interior view of Main Library reading and reference rooms when it was located in the Terry House.
Davis 15.221 Main Library Interior
Roanoke Public Library. Circulation desk and main room.
Davis 15.22 Main Library Interior
Interior view of the first library. The desk in this photo is currently used in the Virginia Room.
Davis 15.212 Patrons in Reference
Ladies in the reference room.
Davis 15.211 Storytime at Roanoke Public Libraries
Children gather for storytime at the Main Library.
Davis 15.21 RPL Storytime
Roanoke Public Library auditorium of the first public library in Terry home during children's book week story hour.
Davis 15.15 Roanoke City Library
The Main branch of Roanoke Public Libraries.
Davis 15.14 Old Library Building
Roanoke Public Library as seen from across Jefferson Street.
Davis 15.13 Library & Elmwood Park
Terry home in Elmwood Park shortly after its conversion to the first library.
Davis 15.121 Terry House
A view of the Terry House from the driveway on Jefferson Street. The Terry House would become Roanoke's first public library in 1921.
Davis 15.12 Library Entrance
Jefferson Street entrance to the first Roanoke Public Library.
Davis 15.112 Library Float
Roanoke Public Library float in a parade.
Davis 15.11 Roanoke Public Library
View of the first Roanoke Public Library from across Elmwood Park. The building, known as the Terry House, was purchased with Elmwood Park by the city in 1911 for $150,000.
Davis2 15.1 Roanoke Public Library Celebration
Opening day celebration of Roanoke Public Libraries. Sarah Caldwell Butler speaking at event in Elmwood Park.
Davis 15.02 Library Opening Day
A band plays at the Roanoke Public Library's opening day celebration in Elmwood Park.
Davis 15.01 Pearl Hinesley
Roanoke Public Library's first Librarian, Pearl Hinesley. Miss Hinesley served 30 years in Roanoke Public Libraries, from 1921-1951.
Davis 14.83 Nurse's Room
Interior view of a typical room in the nurses' building at Catawba Sanatorium. The sanatorium was established in 1908 to quarantine and treat individuals with tuberculosis. Today, Catawba Hospital provides psychiatric and geriatric care.
Davis 14.82 Catawba Sanatorium
Nurses relax in the living room of the nurses' building at Catawba Sanatorium. The sanatorium was established in 1908 to quarantine and treat individuals with tuberculosis. Today, Catawba Hospital provides psychiatric and geriatric care.
Davis 14.81 Nurses' Building
Nurses' building at Catawba Sanatorium. The sanatorium was established in 1908 to quarantine and treat individuals with tuberculosis. Today, Catawba Hospital provides psychiatric and geriatric care.
Davis 14.7 Community Hospital
Aerial view of Community Hospital. Orchard Hill is in the background.
Davis 14.6 Gill Memorial
Gill Memorial Hospital was built in 1926. It was the first hospital in Virginia exclusively providing treatment for eye, ear, nose and throat conditions. It remained in independent operation until 1976, when it was acquired by Roanoke Memorial.
Davis 14.481 Lewis-Gale Hospital Nursing Class
Nursing graduate class of 1941. Lewis Gale Hospital.
Davis 14.42 Lewis-Gale Hospital
Lewis-Gale Hospital was built in 1909 as a partnership between Dr. Sparrell Gale and Dr. JN Lewis. The original hospital stood at the corner of 3rd Street and Luck Avenue. This photo was taken before the completion of the 1938 addition. The photo…
Davis 14.41 Lewis-Gale Hospital
Lewis-Gale Hospital was built in 1909 as a partnership between Dr. Sparrell Gale and Dr. JN Lewis. The original hospital stood at the corner of 3rd Street and Luck Avenue. This photo was taken before the completion of the 1938 addition. This photo…
Davis 14.35 Jefferson Hospital
Jefferson Hospital is structure on the left. It was located on Franklin Road; view looking at intersection with Walnut Avenue.
Davis 14.33 Jefferson Hospital Nursing Class
The nursing class of 1947 on the steps of Jefferson Hospital.
Davis 14.32 Jefferson Hospital
Jefferson Hospital, which was founded in 1907 by Dr. Hugh Trout, was a predecessor to Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital. Formerly located at 1313 Franklin Road SW, the hospital closed in 1967 and was later razed.
Davis 14.21 Shenandoah Hospital
Shenandoah Hospital, formerly located at 712 Campbell Avenue. Built in 1912, the 65-bed hospital closed in 1974. The building was razed in 1976.
Davis 14.2 Shenandoah Hospital
Shenandoah Hospital, formerly located at 712 Campbell Avenue. Built in 1912, the 65-bed hospital closed in 1974. The building was razed in 1976.
Davis 14.11 Burrell Hospital Staff
Doctor and nursing staff standing in front of first Burrell Memorial Hospital. This building is the former Alleghany Boys Institute. Burrell was the only African American hospital in Roanoke during segregation. Individuals unidentified.
Davis 14.1 Burrell Memorial Hospital
Roanoke's first African-American hospital, Burrell Memorial, was founded in 1915 in a small cottage on Henry Street. It soon outgrew the Henry Street location and moved into the former Alleghany Institute, a school for boys located at 611 McDowell…
Davis 13.11 Courthouse and Jail
Courthouse and jail on Campbell Avenue and 2nd Street.
Davis2 12.3 Big Lick Post Office
Big Lick Post Office was located on the corner of Lynchburg Road (Orange Avenue) and Williamson Road.
Davis 12.2 Post Office
Roanoke's first post office as seen from the east side of Henry Street (now 1st Street) looking toward Campbell Avenue.
Davis 12.1 Roanoke Post Office
Roanoke Post Office was located on the northeast corner of Church Avenue and 1st Street.
Davis2 11.954 Dana Science Building
The Dana Science Building on the campus of Hollins University.
Davis2 11.953 Administration Building
Central to the campus of Roanoke College, the Administration Building was the first structure on campus, completed in 1848. Over the years, East and West wings were added.
Davis2 11.952 East Building
East Building on the Hollins University campus. Built in 1856, It is the oldest building in use at Hollins.
Davis 11.951 Roanoke College
Aerial view of Roanoke College.
Davis 11.95 Roanoke Technical Institute
Roanoke Technical Institute, now called Virginia Western Community College.
Davis2 11.811 Southview Elementary School
Southview Elementary School, located on Peters Creek Road. The building is now used for Roanoke County administrative offices.
Davis 11.711 Preston Park Elementary
Preston Park Elementary School.
Davis2 11.7 Patrick Henry High
Patrick Henry High School.
Davis 11.671 Roanoke Catholic School
Roanoke Catholic School.
Davis 11.67 Roanoke Catholic School
Roanoke Catholic School.
Davis 11.66-2 Patrick Henry High School
Patrick Henry High School under construction.
Davis 11.66 Patrick Henry High School
Patrick Henry High School under construction.
Davis 11.6521 Jefferson High School Students
Jefferson High School junior class.
Davis 11.65 Jefferson High School
Jefferson High School from Campbell Avenue.
Davis 11.62 Lucy Addison High
Lucy Addison High School, shortly after completion of the addition.
Davis 11.61 Lucy Addison High School
Lucy Addison High School after completion of the addition.
Davis 11.6 Lucy Addison High School
Lucy Addison High School shortly after construction
Davis 11.51 Stonewall Jackson Middle
Stonewall Jackson Middle School, located at 1004 Montrose Avenue. The school's name was changed to John P. Fishwick Middle School in 2018.
Davis 11.5 Stonewall Jackson Middle School
Stonewall Jackson Middle School, located at 1004 Montrose Avenue. The school name was changed to John P. Fishwick Middle School in 2018.
Davis 11.4 Lee Junior High
Lee Junior High School, formerly located at Franklin Road and 2nd Street.
Davis 11.363 Raleigh Court Elementary
Raleigh Court Elementary School
Davis 11.362 Raleigh Court Elementary
Raleigh Court Elementary School
Davis 11.361 Raleigh Court Elementary School
Raleigh Court Elementary School
Davis 11.36 Raleigh Court Elementary School
Raleigh Court Elementary School
Davis 11.351 Hurt Park Elementary
Hurt Park Elementary, located at 1525 Salem Avenue.
Davis 11.35 Hurt Park Elementary School
Hurt Park Elementary School, located at 1525 Salem Avenue.
Davis 11.341 Westside Elementary
Westside Elementary School
Davis 11.34 Westside Elementary School
Westside Elementary School
Davis 11.331 Fairview Elementary
Fairview Elementary School
Davis 11.33 Fairview Elementary School
Fairview Elementary School
Davis 11.32 Monterey Elementary School
Monterey Elementary School
Davis2 11.3 Pleasant View School
Pleasant View School, often called Moomaw School, which stood on Moomaw land on the corner of Cove and Hershberger Roads.
Davis 11.23 Gilmer School
Gilmer School once stood on Gilmer Avenue in the general area of the Roanoke Civic Center.
Davis 11.211 West End School
Rear of West End School, formerly located at 912 Campbell Avenue.
Davis 11.21 West End School
West End Elementary School, formerly located at 918 Campbell Avenue. In this photo, the school is nearing completion.
Davis 11.2 West End Elementary
West End Elementary school.
Davis 11.15 Melrose Class
Students of Melrose School.
Davis 11.12 Belmont Elementary
Belmont Elementary School was located on Dale Avenue in southeast Roanoke. The school was built in 1891 and remained in operation until 1974 when Fallon Park Elementary School was completed.
Davis 11.1 Belmont Elementary
Belmont Elementary School was located on Dale Avenue in southeast Roanoke. The school was built in 1891 and remained in operation until 1974 when Fallon Park Elementary School was completed.
Davis2 11.03 Virginia College
The Virginia College for Young Women under construction. The school was formerly located in the South Roanoke neighborhood at the end of Rosalind Avenue.
Davis 11.01 Class of Alleghany Institute
Class of the Alleghany Institute. Burrell Memorial Hospital took it over and built the hospital.
Davis2 105.1 Diamond Jubilee
Roanoke's Diamond Jubilee celebration kicks off at the 1915 municipal building.
Davis2 105 Diamond Jubilee
Cutting the birthday cake during Roanoke's Diamond Jubilee are Miss Diamond Jubilee, Barbara Boitnott, Mayor Walter L. Young and Miss Shenandoah Valley, Edwina Wertz.
Davis 102.1 Heironimus and Brugh Float
Float decorated by Heironimus and Brugh Department Store for the Roanoke Decennial Parade.
Davis 101.22 Glidden Tour
Glidden Tour cars parked in Marstellar's garage on Church Avenue.
Davis 101.21 Labor Day Picnic
Labor Day, 1891
Davis 101.12 Liberty Bell Reception
Soldiers guarding the Liberty Bell in Roanoke. Hotel Roanoke is visible in the background. The Liberty Bell stopped in Roanoke during its tour through the United States in 1895.
Davis 101.1 Liberty Bell
Soldiers guarding the Liberty Bell in Roanoke. Hotel Roanoke is visible in the background. The Liberty Bell stopped in Roanoke during its tour through the United States in 1895.
Davis 100 General Outdoor Advertising
General Outdoor Advertising Company was located in the old St. John's Episcopal Church on the corner of Church Avenue and 2nd Street. The church is hardly visible due to the billboard display surrounding it.
Davis2 1.98 Aerial view of Elmwood
An aerial view of Elmwood Park.
Davis 1.97 Springtime in Elmwood
Spring in Elmwood Park with a view of St. John's Episcopal Church.
Davis2 1.96B Snow in Elmwood
Snow in Elmwood Park with view of the Terry House.
Davis2 1.96A Snow in Elmwood
Snow in Elmwood Park.
Davis2 1.96 Snow in Elmwood
Snow in Elmwood Park.
Davis2 1.952 Japanese Magnolia
Japanese Magnolia tree in Elmwood Park.
Davis 1.951 Japanese Magnolia at night
A nighttime view of the Japanese Magnolia in Elmwood Park.
Davis 1.95 Japanese Magnolia
Japanese Magnolia in Elmwood Park.
Davis 1.94 Elmwood Park
A view of Elmwood Park from the northwest corner of Bullitt Avenue and Jefferson Street.
Davis 1.93 Elmwood Park
View of Elmwood Park from the corner of Jefferson Street and Elm Avenue. Tennis courts visible at right.
Davis 1.921 Elmwood Park
View of Elmwood Park looking from southwest corner of Elm Avenue and Jefferson Street. Terry home and tennis courts visible.
Davis 1.92 Elmwood Park
View from Elmwood Park looking toward southwest corner of Jefferson Street and Elm Avenue.
Davis 1.91 Elmwood Park
A view of Elmwood Park from the corner of Jefferson Street and Bullitt Avenue.
Davis 1.822 N&W freight station
Norfolk & Western freight station. Looking southwest toward downtown. View of buildings on Norfolk Avenue. St. James Hotel in background.
Davis 1.8 Memorial Bridge Playground
Children in sandbox at playgound under Memorial Bridge.
Davis 1.414 Crystal Spring gazebo & house
Crystal Spring showing gazebo and house on hill above.
Davis 1.413 McClanahan's Mill
Built in the 1750s, this flume and waterwheel were all that remained when this photo was taken sometime before 1890. The flume and waterwheel were demolished in 1890. This mill lended its name to Mill Mountain.
Davis 1.41 Crystal Spring
"Crystal Spring as it looked in the early days of Roanoke." Engraving of photo.
Davis 1.323 Carlton Terrace Building
Carlton Terrace Apartments, formerly located in the 900 block of Jefferson Street.
Davis 1.312 Roanoke heaviest snowfall
Roanoke's heaviest snowfall. Shown is Knepp & Company, formerly located at Jefferson Street and Church Avenue. Men shovel snow off of roof. View looking south.
Davis 1.311 Knepp & Co.
Knepp & Company Livery Stable, formerly located on the northwest corner of Jefferson Street and Church Avenue.
Davis2 1.255 First and Franklin
1st Street intersection with Franklin Road in front of AEP.
Davis2 1.254 Franklin Road
Looking toward intersection with 1st Street and Franklin Road.
Davis 1.253 2nd and Day
The northeast corner of 2nd Street and Day Avenue.
Davis2 1.252 1st and Franklin
Parking lot in front of AEP's Roanoke office at the corner of Franklin Road and 1st Street.
Davis2 1.251 1st & Day
Looking northeast from 1st Street and Day Avenue.
Davis2 1.25 1st & Day
Looking northeast from 1st Street and Day Avenue.
Davis 1.21 Elks Carnival High Wire Act
Elks Carnival high wire act, looking west toward 3rd Street. St. Mark's Lutheran Church and Rorer Hall in visible in background.
Davis 1.12 View from McBain building.
View from the roof of the McBain building. Post office tower in foreground.
Davis 1.1 Franklin Road Bridge
Franklin Road bridge over Roanoke River.
Davis 1.01 Big Lick 1881-82
Looking northwest from Elmwood Park. This is the earliest known photo of what would become the City of Roanoke.
Davis 2.26 Anchor Building
The Anchor Building under construction. Built by Roanoke Gas Company, it was completed in 1910 and is located at the corner of 1st Street and Kirk Avenue. The building was used by Roanoke Gas until 1931 when Shenandoah Life Insurance Company…
Davis 16.78 Roanoker Motor Lodge
The Roanoker Motor Lodge, formerly located at 7645 Williamson Road.
Davis 11.9 Classroom
Typical classroom of an unknown Roanoke school.
RVNH40290 Roanoke Police Department
Roanoke City Police Department on the steps of the municipal building.
GB59 Rev. Arthur L. James
Rev. Arthur L. James was born August 1, 1877 in Madison, Florida Howard and Lula James. During WWI James served overseas with the American Expeditionary Forces as secretary under the War Work Council of the Y. M. C. A. From 1918 to 1957, James…
GB29 Lucy Addison
Lucy Addison was born enslaved in Fauquier County, Virginia on December 8, 1861. After graduating from the Quaker-run Institute for Colored Youth in Philadelphia in 1882 with a degree in teaching, Addison began her life-long career as an educator. …
Davis 1.13 State & City
The first 3 floors of the State & City Building were built in 1905 for the State & City Bank. The additional 5 floors were added in the late 1920s. In 2008, the State & City building became Roanoke's first LEED certified building in the city. It…
Davis 62.143 Reynolds, Frank
Frank Reynolds with his plane.
PC 116.65 Hotel Patrick Henry
"Patrick Henry Hotel from Elmwood Park - Roanoke, Virginia. This view from Elmwood Park in the heart of Roanoke shows part of the Roanoke Public Library and the Patrick Henry Hotel, located on S. Jefferson Street."
A Guide to the Gainsboro Library Vertical File Miscellaneous Items Collection
The Gainsboro Library Miscellaneous Items Collection is comprised of items that are too large for standard vertical file storage or need special considerations due to format. These items are considered part of the Gainsboro Library Vertical Files…
Gainsboro Library Funeral Program and Obituaries Index
The Funeral Program and Obituary Index includes funeral programs, in memoriam articles and obituaries that are housed at the Gainsboro Branch of Roanoke Public Libraries.
A Guide to the A. B. Claytor Collection
This is a guide to the A. B. Claytor Collection. The collection contains items related to the Alexander Broadon Claytor and his family. While the majority of the collection is comprised of family photographs, also included are funeral programs, a…
A Guide to the Heller Family Collection
This is a guide to the Heller Family Collection. The collection contains items related to members of the Heller family, including: Moorman Pendleton Heller; his wife, Lucy Blanch Robinson Heller; and their son, George Henry Robinson Heller. The…
Gainsboro Library Vertical Files and Surname Files Index
The Vertical Files and Surname Files Index is an alphabetical list of over 250 topical files. Vertical files may include pamphlets, news clippings and other materials that do not merit a call number, but are arranged for ready reference on a given…
SR060 McAfee Knob
This card reads, “From the crest of McAfee’s Knob, near Salem, at an altitude of 4,000 feet, and commanding a view of entrancing beauty. ‘Point of Rocks’ projects over the Valley far below. With nearly 2,000 feet of space beneath him, the visitor…
Dr. John Pinkard: A Negro Medical Genius
A biographical sketch of Dr. Pinkard and his contributions to the field of medicine as well as his contributions to the African American community in Roanoke.
A Guide to the Lorenzen Family Collection
The collection includes two scrapbooks containing photographs, three mounted photographs, and a history of the Lorenzen family, consisting of genealogical information and photographs.
The scrapbooks appear to have been compiled by Fred and consist…
The scrapbooks appear to have been compiled by Fred and consist…
Animo 2010
The Animo is the annual for Franklin County High School.
A Guide to the Roanoke Committee of the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the Commonwealth of Virginia Collection
The collection includes information primarily from the 1950s into the early 1970s, as inherited, collected, and retained by Katherine T. Ellett. The bulk of the collection was amassed by Ellett during her chairmanship of the committee, beginning in…
James A. Bear
Date of Birth: March 25, 1881
Mayor from June 2, 1938 to August 31, 1938
Other offices held: City County, 1934-1940; Virginia House of Delegates, 1924-1929 and 1946-1947
Date of Death: September 4, 1956
Mayor from June 2, 1938 to August 31, 1938
Other offices held: City County, 1934-1940; Virginia House of Delegates, 1924-1929 and 1946-1947
Date of Death: September 4, 1956
PC 114.11 Hollins College
"Hollins Institute, Roanoke, Virginia."
A Guide to the First Baptist Church Collection
This is a guide to the First Baptist Church Collection. This collection contains items related to the First Baptist Church of Roanoke and their activities, including documents, news clippings, programs, and booklets. The First Baptist Church was…
A Guide to the Papers of Evelyn Davis Bethel
This is a guide to the Evelyn Davis Bethel Papers. The collection contains items related to the life and activism of Evelyn Davis Bethel. The collection consists of notes, correspondences, newspaper clippings, signage, official government documents,…
A Guide to the Eunice Poindexter Collection
This is a guide to the Eunice Poindexter Collection. The collection contains items related to the career and success of Eunice Poindexter. The collection consists of certificates, awards, recognitions, diplomas, photographs, and assorted plaques. The…
A Guide to the Edward R. Dudley Collection
This is a guide to the Edward R. Dudley Collection. This collection primarily consists of correspondences, newspaper clippings, and photographs related to his career as a successful asset to the US Government and the NAACP. He was the first Black…
PC 139.7 Roanoke Women's College
"Roanoke Women's College, Salem, Virginia."
PC 127.21 Jefferson High School
"Jefferson High School, Roanoke, Virginia."
PC 122.02 General Offices
"The general office buildings of the Norfolk & Western Railway in Roanoke, Virginia, headquarters of the company which employs over 6,000 persons in the city alone. Executive and supervisory departmental offices are located in these buildings, from…
PC 116.852 Hotel Roanoke
" A modern 250 room version of an Old English Inn, set in the midst of its own ten acre park, in the heart of the city. A new 50 car garage connects directly to lobby. George L. Denison, Manager."
PC 116.843 Hotel Roanoke
"Hotel Roanoke, Roanoke Virginia. A modern air conditioned version of an Old English Inn, set in the midst of its own ten acre park, in the heart of the city. A 100 car garage connects directly to the lobby. George L. Denison, Resident Manager.…
PC 116.84 Hotel Roanoke
"Hotel Roanoke, Roanoke, Virginia. A modern air conditioned, 325 room version of an Old English Inn , set in the midst of its own ten acre park in the heart of the City. A 100 car garage connects directly to the lobby. Kenneth Hyde, General…
PC 116.836 Hotel Roanoke
"Of striking Old English architecture, Hotel Roanoke emphasizes comfort and convenience throughout. Located in the midst of its own beautifully landscaped ten acre grounds, within a few minutes' walk of the shopping and theatre district of Roanoke,…
PC 116.75 Ponce de Leon
"Ponce de Leon Hotel, Roanoke, Virginia."
PC 116.63 Patrick Henry Hotel
Patrick Henry Hotel
PC 116.61 Hotel Patrick Henry
"Hotel Patrick Henry, Roanoke, Virginia. 300 rooms, 300 baths. Robert R. Meyer, President. A.B. Moody, Manager."
PC 116.4 Hotel Lenox
"Hotel Lenox, opposite west exit N&W passenger station. In the heart of Roanoke, Virginia."
PC 115.1 Roanoke Memorial
"Roanoke City Hospital, Roanoke, Virginia."
PC 105.43 Elmwood Park
"Lake in Elmwood Park, Roanoke, Virginia."
PC 102.0 Roanoke Country Club
"Country Club, Roanoke, Virginia."
PC 100.0 Municipal Building
"City Hall, Roanoke, Virginia.'
PC 99.103 Manse First Presbyterian
"Manse, First Presbyterian Church, Roanoke, Virginia." The manse was the residence of the minister.
PC 99.64 Greene Memorial United Methodist
"Greene Memorial M.E. Church, Roanoke, Virginia."
PC 95.2 Franklin Road Bridge
"Franklin Road Bridge, Roanoke, Virginia".
PC 95.1 Jefferson and Walnut Bridges
"Jefferson Street and Walnut Avenue Bridges, Roanoke Virginia."
PC 139.8 Roanoke County Courthouse
"Roanoke County Courthouse, Salem, Virginia."
PC 114.01 Hollins College
"Hollins College, Roanoke, Virginia."
A Guide to the Dr. Walter Claytor Family Collection
This is a guide to the Dr. Walter Claytor Family Collection. The collection contains items related to members of the Claytor family. The majority of the collection relates primarily to the life of Dr. Walter S. Claytor, who was a dentist, and is…
Biographical Sketch of the Life, Work and Medical Skill of Dr. John Henry Pinkard
Biographical sketch of Dr. John H. Pinkard and his contributions to medicine and the African American community of Roanoke.
PC 116.0 Hitching Post Motel
"Hitching Post Motel, US Highways 11 and 220...2 miles north of Roanoke, Virginia. Mr. and Mrs. Carl W. Windel, Owners and Managers."
A Guide to the Dixie Gray Chapter, Children of the Confederacy Collection.
The collection consists of four scrapbooks, covering club activities from 1949-1955, and additional loose documents. The scrapbooks were compiled by Dixie Gray members and document the history of the Civil War and the activities of the club through…
GM001 Glenn-Minnich
The Glenn-Minnich store, formerly located at 108 W. Campbell Avenue, on closing day. Glenn-Minnich operated from 1913 until 1960 and was founded by C.B. Minnich, Myrl Glenn, and H.A. Glenn.
Benton O. Dillard
Date of Birth: December 23, 1905
Mayor from September 1, 1964 to August 31, 1968
Other offices held: City Council, September 1, 1946 to August 31, 1966
Date of Death: May 23, 1972
Mayor from September 1, 1964 to August 31, 1968
Other offices held: City Council, September 1, 1946 to August 31, 1966
Date of Death: May 23, 1972
Murray A. Stoller
Date of Birth: March 16, 1919
Ex-Officio Mayor from September 1, 1962 to August 31, 1964
Other offices held: City Council, September 1, 1962 to August 31, 1966
Date of Death: July 4, 2002
Ex-Officio Mayor from September 1, 1962 to August 31, 1964
Other offices held: City Council, September 1, 1962 to August 31, 1966
Date of Death: July 4, 2002
Willis M. Anderson
Date of Birth: November 3, 1928
Ex-Officio Mayor from September 1, 1960 to August 31, 1962
Other offices held: City Council, September 1, 1958 to August 31, 1962; Virginia House of Delegates, 1964-1971
Date of Death: April 23, 2002
Ex-Officio Mayor from September 1, 1960 to August 31, 1962
Other offices held: City Council, September 1, 1958 to August 31, 1962; Virginia House of Delegates, 1964-1971
Date of Death: April 23, 2002
Vincent S. Wheeler
Date of Birth: May 26, 1907
Ex-Officio Mayor from September 1, 1958 to August 31, 1960
Other offices held: City Council, September 1, 1956 to August 31, 1972
Date of Death: September 10, 1983
Ex-Officio Mayor from September 1, 1958 to August 31, 1960
Other offices held: City Council, September 1, 1956 to August 31, 1972
Date of Death: September 10, 1983
Roy L. Webber
Date of Birth: November 7, 1905
Ex-Officio Mayor from September 1, 1950 to August 31, 1951, Ex-Officio Mayor September 1, 1952 to August 31, 1954, and Mayor September 1, 1968 to October 18, 1975 Other offices held: City Council, September 1, 1950…
Ex-Officio Mayor from September 1, 1950 to August 31, 1951, Ex-Officio Mayor September 1, 1952 to August 31, 1954, and Mayor September 1, 1968 to October 18, 1975 Other offices held: City Council, September 1, 1950…
Richard T. Edwards
Date of Birth: April 15, 1911
Mayor from September 1, 1946 to August 31, 1948
Date of Death: December 11, 1968
Mayor from September 1, 1946 to August 31, 1948
Date of Death: December 11, 1968
Reminiscences
This document has focused on the memories of many residents from videotaped interviews (converted to disks) north and south of U.S. Route 460 in eastern Roanoke County and southern Botetourt County to the Bedford County line, and west on Alternate…
GB158
Inside of the Hotel Dumas.
GB157
Inside of the Hotel Dumas.
GB156
Inside of the Hotel Dumas.
GB85.1
Basement, Gainsboro Library.
GB85
Basement, Gainsboro Library.
GB84
Interior, Gainsboro Library.
GB83
Exterior, Gainsboro Library.
GB82
Gainsboro Library when it was located in the old Odd Fellows/YMCA Building.
RSI001-RSI002
Front of image (RSI001) shows three children posed for a photograph. A small baby is seated on a large fur while a young boy stands at the back, and a young girl stands to the right. Back of image (RSI002) states that image was used as a post card…
DR-A485
This image portrays a small child running toward Jesus. There are two angels pictured, one on either side of Jesus. The artist wrote, "Welcome Home" and signed the bottom right corner.
DRNS-003 Untitled
This image depicts the Henry Street Bridge from Centre Avenue NW. People are walking along the sidewalks. From left to right, the businesses that are listed are, "Kiser Records," "North Carolina Mutral Inc," "Dr. Butlar," and "Greens Shoe Repair."…
DRNS-002 Untitled
This image portrays the corner of Wells Avenue NW and Henry Street NW. "Weebys Groc" is situated at the corner. Several people are walking along the sidewalks in the image, and there is even a dog running. A boy at the bottom left of the image is in…
DRNS-001 Untitled
This image depicts the Henry Street Bridge looking over into downtown Roanoke from Gainsboro. There are two cars going over the bridge, and several people using the stairs to get over the bridge. The bridge passes over the Norfolk and Western…
DR-A484 Untitled
This image portrays Jesus being crucified. Two others are being crucified, one on either side.
DR-A483 Untitled (Resurrection)
This image portrays Jesus after he rose from the dead. His arms are raised and viewers can see the holes in his hands and feet from the nails. Three crosses are in the background.
Displayed at the Taubman Museum of Art Exhibit 2023-2024.
Displayed at the Taubman Museum of Art Exhibit 2023-2024.
DR-A482 (Crucifixion)
This image depicts Jesus being crucified. Two other people are being crucified, one on either side. There are several soldiers and onlookers at the foot of the cross.
Displayed at the Taubman Museum of Art Exhibit 2023-2024.
Displayed at the Taubman Museum of Art Exhibit 2023-2024.
DR-A481 Untitled
This image depicts Jesus being crucified. Two other people are being crucified, one on either side. There are four figures around Jesus, but all of the figures in the image are blacked out.
DR-A480 North East
This image depicts Rutherford Avenue in North East Roanoke. B&G Grocery can be seen on the far right of the image. Many people and cars can be seen crossing the street. The Roanoke Gas Company tanks can also be seen in the background of the…
DR-A479 Evening on the Yard
This image depicts several businesses on Henry Street, and the street is bustling with people. On the left side, from top to bottom, listed businesses are "Weebys Grocries Coak Cola ABC", "Pepsi Cola 308 Club", "Pool Hall", "Barber Shop", "Nicks Cafe…
DR-A478 Winter Wonderland, c. 1951
This image depicts the Gainsboro Branch Library after snow has fallen. There are many children playing in the Library Yard, building snowmen and throwing snowballs. The William A. Hunton Branch YMCA can be seen on the far right. A note on the back of…
DR-A477 Dumas
This image depicts the Hotel Dumas on Henry Street. There appears to be a coffee shop inside, and the Jack and Jills Soda Shop on the right. Several houses and buildings recede into the background. People are seen walking and biking across the…
DR-A475 First Street Bridge
"The late David A. Ramey captured images of life in Roanoke, many from memory. In images such as this one, he focused on the vibrant Gainsboro neighborhood, much lost to urban renewal efforts of the 1960s. Mr. Ramey's writing captures the spirit of a…
DR-A474 Roanoke Police Officers, 1960
"The late David A. Ramey captured many images of Roanokers, from fellow Norfolk Southern employees to these African-American police officers from the segregated years of the 1960s. Community policing has deep roots in Roanoke. The officers pictured…
DR-A473 Gainsboro Library, Patton Avenue, 1957
This image depicts the Gainsboro Branch Library on Patton Avenue. St. Andrew's Catholic Church can be seen up the hill on Jefferson Street, and two nuns appear to be walking to the library from the church. Five people are walking around the street…
DR-A472 Gainsboro Nightfall
"The late David A. Ramey captured images of life in Roanoke, many from memory. In images such as this these, he focused on the vibrant Gainsboro neighborhood, much lost to urban renewal efforts of the 1960s. Mr. Ramey's work is noted for his…
DR-A471 Dumas Hotel
"The late David A. Ramey captured images of life in Roanoke, many from memory. In images such as this these, he focused on the vibrant Gainsboro neighborhood, much lost to urban renewal efforts of the 1960s. Mr. Ramey's work spans a broad range of…
DR-A470 Untitled
This image depicts a man and a young boy having a conversation out on the porch. The address number on the house is "1201". The boy seems to be pointing toward a cityscape.
Loose from Taubman. Page is unevenly cut.
Loose from Taubman. Page is unevenly cut.
DR-A469 Untitled
This image depicts an eight-person band on stage with several people watching and dancing from below the stage.
Loose from Taubman. Page is unevenly cut.
Loose from Taubman. Page is unevenly cut.
DR-A468 Untitled
This image depicts a burger, a soda, a piece of pie, a hot dog, and assumedly some kind of sandwich. The burger is priced at 10 cents, the soda is 10 cents, the slice of pie is 15 cents, the hot dog is 10 cents, and the sandwich is 15 cents. The…
DR-A467 Untitled
This image depicts two people shaking hands on the street with a few onlookers. One of the people shaking hands is on crutches. The sign on the left side of the image says, "Pepsi Cola". The artist wrote, "Help" in the bottom right corner.
Loose…
Loose…
DR-A466 Untitled
This image depicts what is assumedly Nick's Cafe/ There are four people at the counter while two men work behind the counter. From left to right, the signs on the back wall read, "Help Wanted", "Coffee 25 Sodas 15 Ice Tea 10 Hot Chocilat", and "Bowl…
DR-A465 Untitled
This image depicts what is assumedly Nick's Cafe. There are four people sitting at the counter, and another standing while two men work behind the counter. The floor is checkered and there are three hams hanging from the wall on the right. The artist…
DR-A464 Untitled
This image focuses on a taxi cab in the middle of the image. There are houses lining the street on both sides and the road recedes into the background. The artist signed the work and also wrote, "CAB (c) 2015".
DR-A463 Untitled
This image depicts a pair of boxing gloves as well as a bell. The author initialed the work and wrote, "Jessie Baker (c) 2015".
Loose from Taubman. Page is unevenly cut.
Loose from Taubman. Page is unevenly cut.
DR-A462 Untitled
This image depicts a roll of bread, a pie, and a red apple. The artist signed the work and also wrote, "Pie Man (c) 1991".
Loose from Taubman.
Loose from Taubman.
DR-A461 Untitled
This image depicts someone with a large tray of pies. There is an oven in the background and several places in which the walls are crumbling. Ingredients like oil and "Flower" can also be seen in the background. The artist signed the piece and also…
DR-A460 Untitled
This image depicts a pharmacist and a young boy on a bicycle. The pharmacist is holding something, and the young boy's bicycle has the words "Brooks Drug" written on it. The building behind them also has windows labelled as "Brooks Drugs". The artist…
DR-A459 Untitled
This image depicts a man leaving the Pool Hall while holding a pool stick. A woman is walking across the street, and two other men can be seen inside the Pool Hall. The artist initialed the work and also wrote "(c) 2015".
Loose from Taubman. Top…
Loose from Taubman. Top…
DR-A458 Untitled
This image depicts a woman, assumedly a beautician, helping another woman into the hairdryer. A boy stands at the window, looking in. There are pieces of paper on the wall as well as bottled items that are unlabeled. A small sink is there as well.…
DR-A457 Untitled
This image shows various hair care and shaving supplies like a comb, clippers, and some soap. The artist initialed the piece and also wrote "(c) 2007".
Loose from Taubman. Page is unevenly cut.
Loose from Taubman. Page is unevenly cut.
DR-A456 Untitled
This image depicts five boys running down the street. One of the boys seems to be holding a stick. Houses are lining the street, and St. Andrew's Catholic Church can be seen in the background. The artist signed the piece and also wrote "(c)…
DR-A455 Untitled
This image depicts three people standing and looking at the advertisements for entertainment. Far left sign says, "James Brown and the Famous Flames July 29 1961 Ebony Club". The middle sign says, "Lord Price 15 piece Band Sep. 2nd 1961 Ebony Club".…
DR-A454 Untitled
This image assumedly depicts the interior of Weeby's Grocery. There is a man standing at the counter, helping direct a customer. On the wall, there are several canned and jarred items as well as boxes marked, "Shoe" and "Glove". There is an apparent…
DR-A453 Untitled
This image assumedly depicts the interior of Weeby's Grocery. There are two men standing behind the counter as they help a customer. There are several canned and jarred items on the shelves as well as large hams and bags of coal for "50 [cents]".…
DR-A452 Untitled
This image depicts a busy street with many cars and people crossing. The one legible sign says, "Bank Virginia". The street is lined with other buildings, but none are labelled. There is a cross street visible, but it is also not labelled. The artist…
DR-A451 Untitled
This image depicts Indigenous people of North Carolina and Virginia, as notated by the artist. There appears to be some kind of ceremony or celebration happening as there is likely music and people dancing in the background. The author wrote, "Two…
DR-A450 Untitled
This image depicts Indigenous people of Virginia, according to the artist. In the foreground of the image, there is a man sitting on top of a horse, and there are several other people on horses around him. The background is largely wooded. The artist…
DR-A449 Untitled
This image depicts Indigenous people of Virginia, according to the artist. There is one man sitting on top of a horse, and several other people standing off to the sides. One seems to be chopping wood. The artist initialed the work and also wrote,…
DR-A448 Untitled
This image depicts a small stream cutting through the image. There is a small bridge that goes over the water, and several trees surrounding the stream. The artist signed, "David - R".
DR-A447 Untitled
This image depicts a large farmhouse as well as a barn with several horses walking in a small and enclosed pasture. Two cars and a horse trailer are also pictured.
DR-A446 Untitled
This image depicts a simple drawing of a dock and four boats along the shoreline of a body of water. The artist initialed the work and wrote "2009".
DR-A445 Untitled
This image depicts what is assumedly Smith Mountain Lake. There are three boats in the water, and one has two boys fishing in it. There is an overturned boat on the shore. The author signed the work and wrote, "Smith MTN on the Lake".
DR-A444 Untitled
This image depicts a large cabin-like home on the side of a lake. There is a boat docked in the lake, and a truck driving away from the house. There is another, smaller, boat in the yard off to the right of the home. Two deer can also be seen on the…
DR-A443 Untitled
This image depicts a man waving to a kid walking up the street. There is a large cabin-like structure with another man sitting on the porch as well as two other buildings off to the left. The rest of the image is largely wooded.
DR-A442 Untitled
This image depicts three boys at a donkey pen. The two donkeys are right next to the fence by the boys. A trailer is off to the left, and the sun is setting over the mountains in the background.
DR-A441 Untitled
This image has the viewer look out on the porch. There is a chicken, a bicycle, and a swing in the tree on the left side of the image and a fenced off area on the right. Three other buildings can be seen in the background of the image. The rest of…
DR-A440 Untitled (West Side of Henry Street)
This image depicts the west side of Henry Street. From left to right, buildings are labelled as, "Dumas", "Hunters Cafe", "Hotel Palace", "Pool Hall", "Horse Shoe", and "BPW Cab Co". High Street cuts through the left side of the image as well. The…
DR-A439 The Real Henry Street 1949
This image shows Henry Street, cutting through the middle of the image. Several people and cars are seen moving through the street. On the left side of the image, moving backwards, signs say, "Hair Cuts Plus", "Dentest", "Dumas Hotel", "Jack &…
DR-A438 Untitled ("The Church on the Hill")
This image depicts "The Church on the Hill," likely referring to St. Andrew's Catholic Church. The church is at the center of the image with a small building off to the left as well. A road cuts through the front of the image with a sign that says…
DR-A437 Untitled (Dancing at Nick's Cafe)
This image depicts a lively restaurant scene, assumedly at Nick's Cafe. Booths along the left side of the image are filled with people, and the counter on the right is also busy with workers and customers. There is one man dancing on the checkerboard…
DR-A436 Untitled
This image depicts a large farmhouse in a wooded area.
DR-A435 Untitled
This image depicts "Tank Town." 7th Avenue North East cuts through the center of the image, and the Roanoke Gas Company gas tanks, are featured at the end of the street. The very front of the foreground features, "Bundle Wood Bag Coal 50 [cents]",…
DR-A434 Untitled
This image depicts Jesus being held by his mother, Mary, after dying on the cross. There are a few other men pictured, including soldiers. The sky is dark and overcast.
DR-A433 Untitled
This image depicts the crucifixion of Jesus. This seems to either be taking place during the nailing of the hands, or the removal of Jesus from the cross. There are several bystanders, possibly including his mother, Mary, in blue on the right.
DR-A432 Untitled
This image depicts the crucifixion of Jesus. There are several bystanders pictured including soldiers. The sky is dark and overcast. There seems to be a notation in the bottom right corner, but it is obscured by the frame.
DR-A431 Untitled
This image depicts three boys sitting in the back of a horse-drawn buggy. There is a man driving the buggy as well. They are headed toward a farmhouse. "June Will Mack" and "Home place 1944" written at bottom of page. "June Ramey Will Ramey Mack…