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Drawing of the Virginia Theatre on Centre Avenue. To the right, next to the theater, is a building with "North Carolina Mutural" written on the window. On the far end of Centre Avenue is a building with "NW Printing" on it. Two smokestacks can be…

Drawing of Gainsboro Road. In the foreground on the left side is a building with "YMCA" written on a sign outside. There are more buildings lining the road further down. At the end of the road is a church, likely Mount Zion AME Church. Houses and…

Drawing of the fork between Gainsboro Road and Peach Road. There is a street sign in the foreground that reads "Peach Rd" and points towards the right of the fork. There are buildings along both sides of the road, both residential and commercial.…

Drawing of a fork in the road on the intersection between Gainsboro Road and Patton Avenue. On the left is a building with "Negibors Groc Co" written on a sign outside. On the opposite side of the road is the William A. Hunton Branch YMCA. In the…

Drawing of the exterior of the William A. Hunton Branch YMCA. There is a building with a hanging sign that reads "YMCA". Two men are standing beneath the sign, side by side. One man is much shorter than the other, and he is wearing glasses. The…

Three men are seen assumedly about to fight or argue. The central figure is drinking from a bottle while pushing away the figure on the right. The figure on the left seems to be pulling the drinking man closer to himself. They are assumedly in an…

This image takes place at the corner of High Street and Henry Street. There are several businesses visible from the street including Atlantic Sandwich and Nicks Cafe. There are numerous people walking up and down the street.

This image takes place on Henry Street. The artist wrote in the corner of the image, "The Yard Alive 1957" as well as his signature. On the right-most side, Ebony Club is pictured. Receding toward the left, there is then Atlantic Sandwich Shop, a…

This image takes place at the intersection of High Street and Henry Street. The artist wrote in the corner of the image, "Henry St. 1954 Hunters Cafe Uncle Billys Palace Hotel Pool Room Horseshoe Cab Stan B&W". The buildings that are labelled, from…

This image takes place on Henry Street, and the intersecting High Street is seen on the left side. The artist wrote in the corner of the image, "Yard 1957". The storefronts are listed, from left to right, as Hunters Cafe, Palace Hotel, Uncle Billys,…

This image takes place on Henry Street. The artist wrote in the corner of the image, "Henry St, 1954" and signed his name. On the left side of the image, businesses featured include Dumas Hotel, Hunters Cafe, a hotel, a pool hall, and a cab stand. On…

This is an image of Henry Street with High Street intersecting the middle of the image. Businesses on the left side of the image include a coffee shop, Pool Hall, Horse Shoe Cafe, and a cab stand. On the right side of the image, there are businesses…

This image shows one of the roads that intersects with Henry Street. Buildings on the unlabeled street include "Webbs" and Virginia Theater. Other buildings surround the intersection, but are unlabeled.

This is an image of the Hotel Roanoke from across the train tracks. In front of the hotel, there is a building labelled as "A&P Super Stores". This store has large windows advertising "Counry Ham 100lb", "20lb Popato", "Pork Chops 5 [cents]", "Coffee…

This image features an unlabeled, large brick building. A woman stands at the door with an apron on. There are two other men that walk on the sidewalk next to the building. The artist signed the work and also wrote, "1990".

This is an interior image of a shoe shine shop. There is one man sitting in a chair, getting his shoes shined by another man. There are two other men in the background seemingly drinking. Another man peers in from the large front window. Signs in the…

This image features the outside of Brooks Pharmacy. Five people are shown both inside and outside of the pharmacy. One of those people tips his hat to the woman shown. The artist signed the piece and also wrote "1995" in the bottom corner.

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This image features seven people standing in front of a landscape of Roanoke. From left to right, people are labelled as "Judge Harris", "O.L Ware", "Paul Adams Chief of Police", "Reiigh Quarles Fire Chief", "Noel C Taylor Mayor", "Johnson Roanoke…

This image features Hotel Roanoke on the left side of the image. The hotel is situated above "A&P", assumed to be "A&P Super Stores". There does appear to be a train crossing the tracks in the background.

This image is assumedly taking place on Henry Street. There are two police officers in the front of the image and there are several people in the background of the image, walking around the street and shops. There is a pool hall on the left of the…

This image features a white house as the main focus of the image. In the yard of the house, there are two cars, some chickens, a dog, and a bicycle. There are also a couple of trash cans in the yard as well as an additional car parked on the street.…

This image takes place at the intersection of Jefferson Street and Patton Avenue. St. Andrew's Catholic Church is on the upper right side. The Gainsboro Branch Library is in the center of the image, and the Claytor Mansion is on the left side. More…

This image features ten people standing in front of a landscape of Roanoke. The Mill Mountain Star is on the top left of the image. The people pictured, from left to right, are "Judge Harris", "O-Lee Ware", "Rev. Greene", "Paul Adams Chief of…

This image takes place at the intersection between Fairfax Avenue Northwest and 11th Street Northwest. This image shows a couple of stores on the left side of the main street pictured. Those stores are "Carter Jones", "Carland Drug", and "Kroger". A…

This image highlights "Hilltop Groceries". The building itself seems to be split between the grocery portion and the "Grill". A Roanoke City truck appears to be coming to collect the week's garbage. There are several cars parked nearby, and there are…

This streetscape shows a busy intersection with many cars and pedestrians. None of the buildings are labelled, but they do seem to be a mix of homes and businesses. The artist signed the piece and also wrote "1992" in the bottom corner.

This image portrays St. Andrew's Catholic Church. There are several cars in the parking lot and a couple of buildings off to the side of the church. The artist signed the piece and wrote "2011" in the bottom corner.

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This image portrays Mt. Zion AME Church. The large brick building is placed at an intersection, and there seem to be two people walking around in the foreground of the image. Artist signed the piece and also wrote "Mt Zion Gainsboro Rd 55 2010" in…

This image portrays Mount Zion AME Church. The large brick building is decorated with several stained glass windows. There is a small section of another building off to the left side.

This image portrays Mount Zion AME Church. The building is shown from the front, and has one stained glass window in the middle of the building. The image shows an intersection, but does not name the streets. Thee are five cars pictured and a couple…

This image shows a church service. There is a preacher in the pulpit area and there is a large choir behind him. There are several rows of pews, and in the pews are people who range from seated to standing and dancing. The artist signed the work.

This image appears to be a minister welcoming in a crowd of people for a service. There are several people outside of the church walking toward the entrance. Next to the church is "Bailys Dept Store". The artist signed the work and also wrote "1990"…

This image depicts a minister welcoming in a crowd of people for a service. There are several people walking toward the church. There is a small sign on the left of the image that reads, "Sun Prayer Fri 730". To the right of the image, there seems to…

This image depicts a church service. There appears to be a minister in the pulpit area with a choir further off to the right. The pews seem to be the focal point of the image, and they feature people ranged from sitting to standing with their arms…

This image shows Mt. Zion AME and Gainsboro School. Although slightly illegible, it is assumed that the horizontal street in the image is Gainsboro Road. Mount Zion is the large brick building with the circular stained glass window at the front of…

This image portrays a church, although it is an unlabeled church. The white stone building has several people walking toward it - assumedly for a service. Many cars are parked along the street in front of the church. There are other houses…

This image shows the inside of a church, most likely in the middle of a service. There is a preacher in the pulpit area, and a large choir is congregated behind him. From the center to the bottom of the image, there are several pews full of people…

This image shows a family standing at a waterfall, assumedly Lick Run in Washington Park. The sign on the left side of the image says "Washington Park" and the sign on the right says, "Springwood Park Trail". The trail circles around the image, and…

This image shows a river cutting through the center of the image. On the left side there are a couple of houses and a few cars. On the right side, there are more buildings, including a church toward the top of the image. None of the streets or…

This image is assumedly Lick Run creek at Washington Park. The shaded water source has several people wading through as well as more people walking to and from the water in the grassy area. There are several school buses in the background as well as…

This image is assumedly of "great niece daughter of nephew William Ramey" as notated by a slip of paper included with the image. There is a young girl pictured with beads in her hair. The artist also wrote, on the piece, "Too Sweet -…

This image portrays "Gainsboro School 1951" as notated by the artist in the bottom corner. The large, red, brick building was located on Gainsboro Road (also referred to as Peach Road at the time). Through the windows of the school, students and…

This image shows four different businesses located on Henry Street. From left to right, "Doctor Butler DDS", "Coffee Shop", "Hotel Dumas", and "Jack & Jills Soda Shop". There are several people seen inside each of the shops as well as two people…

This image takes place at the intersection of Henry Street and High Street. The main focus appears to be "Hunters Cafe" and "Palace Hotel" on the right side of the image. People are seen on the street as well as in the windows of the buildings that…

This image seemingly portrays "Harrison Ave 1959" as notated by the artist in the bottom corner of the image. Most of the image is in black and white except for St. Andrew's Catholic Church at the top of the image. There are several people walking in…

This image features Jesus surrounded by four children and holding another. Jesus is standing on a path that recedes into the background that shows a large cityscape. Glitter is used as one of the mediums in the piece. The artist signed the piece and…

This image features a street view of Henry Street at night. On the left side, the businesses, from front to back are, "308 Club", "Brooks Ph Dr. Brooks", "Pool Hall", "Nicks Caf", and "Merico Club". On the right of the image, from front to back, the…

This image features the several businesses on Henry Street including "Hunters Cafe", "Atlantic Sandwich Stand", "Ebony Club", and "Dumas Hotel". There is also the black and white depiction of the Hotel Roanoke on the left side of the image. Several…

This image looks down Gainsboro Road toward the downtown area of Roanoke. On the left side of the foreground, there is the Gainsboro Branch Library and the library yard. Further down Gainsboro Road, the artist has noted the presence of "Negibors…

This image, as notated by the artist, takes place on "7th St NE". The tanks present toward the top of the image are there to signal that this was a part of Tank Town. Two businesses in the front of the image are listed as "Wine Store" and "B&G Groc".…

This image is primarily focused on the "Atlantic Sandwich Stand". The sign for the stand also says, "INC PEPSY COLA". The inside of the Atlantic seems very busym and more people are outside of the stand, walking around. To the right of the Atlantic…

This image is portraying Henry Street. There are several businesses portrayed, including, "Weebys Groc", "Club 308", "Barber", "Brooks Drugs", "Pool Room", "BPW Cab", and "Horse Shoe Cafe". There are several people walking up and down Henry Street,…

This image features the Royal Garden Dance Hall. Behind and off to the left, there is also a swimming pool shown. There are several people wandering on the lawn and toward the pool as well as an assumedly packed dance hall seen through the windows.…

This image features motorcyclists driving toward the viewer. There are several other cars and trucks driving on the very busy road. A large cityscape is in the background. A building on the left of the image advertises a trucking company and road…

This image features the Royal Garden Dance Hall. On the left, there is also a swimming pool and a small river, assumedly Lick Run, running on the side. There are several people featured in the image as they walk around the dance hall and the swimming…

This image shows a woman and a young boy walking toward a "Greyhound Lines" bus assumedly headed toward "Norfolk Exp". There seems to be someone directing passengers to the bus as well as a worker pushing a luggage cart. There is another bus in the…

This image shows a man on a motorcycle as well as other motorcycles in the background as well. A sign at the top of the image says, "Harley Davison".

This image assumedly takes place in either London or France as noted by the artist in the bottom corner. There are several buildings stretching across the image. The building on the far left side of the image is labelled as "J&S", but it is the only…

This image features a "Greyhound Lines" bus in the station as well as three people waving at the bus. The bus appears to be headed to "Washigton". There are four gate signs, and, from front to back, they read, "Gate 7 Washington", "Gate 6 New York",…

This image is largely focused on a woman and a small boy looking out onto a body of water as well as a large boat and an expansive cityscape. The artist wrote "Crossing the Bay To Norfolk 1945" in the bottom corner.

This image shows a streetscape with a large wire tower in the center of the background. There are several buildings surrounding the street. One on the left of the image reads, "Joe Pub" and a building on the right reads, "Restraunt". Several people…

This image shows three rows of houses as well as several cars and trucks maneuvering the streets those houses are on. There are numerous people walking on the sidewalks as well. Toward the middle of the image, the artist wrote, "A Busy Street". There…

This image shows a body of water with several boats floating across. There is a large cityscape in the background, assumedly Norfolk, VA (notation in the bottom corner). Another seemingly separate cityscape is situated on the right side of the image.…

This image is a streetscape of an unknown area. There are several buildings surrounding the main street at the center of the image, and a larger cityscape toward the background of the image. Several cars and people crowd the sidewalks of the main…

This image shows Jesus in the middle of a landscape, looking at the viewer. His hands show scars from the crucifixion, and his head is encircled by a halo. There are flowers in the bottom of the image.

This image depicts the Gainsboro Branch Library. "Negibors Store ABC" is poking out from behind the library. There are two kids playing football in the Library Yard, and a dog is watching them from the side. Other people are seen around the library…

This image depicts the Gainsboro Branch Library in black and white. Eight people can be seen walking or biking in the foreground of the image. St. Andrew's Catholic Church is in the top right corner of the image. The artist notated "1958" in the…

This image depicts "Mt Zion AME" Church on the left of the image, and "Gainsboro School" on the right. Houses recede into the background on both sides of the image, and many people fill the sidewalks, streets, and yards.

Featured in Gainsboro…

This image largely depicts the Henry Street Bridge as it crosses over the Norfolk and Western Railroad Tracks that separate Gainsboro from Downtown Roanoke. Workers of the railway are by the tracks, and other people can be seen walking across the…

This image depicts a bow of fruit situated in front of a picture of Jesus' crucifixion. The bowl also has one candle on the left and one candle on the right. Some of the fruit has fallen out of the bowl, and there is also a glass of a dark red liquid…

This image depicts Washington Park. Several school buses as well as cars and bicycles are featured. The school buses, from left to right, are labelled as "Wytheville Co.", "Henry Co.", "Bedford Co.", and "Cambel Co.". On the left side of the image,…

This image depicts the "Prinston Yard Office N&W R.R. Office". The office itself looks like a small building, but a large train is coming through on the train tracks along with several workers on it. The train is marked "1769" with the N&W logo.…

This image depicts some of the businesses on Henry Street. From the left, there are "Brooks Drugs", " Show Shine J. Baker", "Day & Night Cab Stand 371-0932", and "Nicks Cafe". All of the businesses appear to be busy and the street is bustling with…

This image depicts the Hotel Roanoke as well as the Norfolk and Western Railway Offices (now Higher Education Center). There are groundskeepers working around some of the trees, and two people walking on the sidewalk outside of the property. The…

This image depicts "Gods House Baptist" on a snowy day. There are several people walking toward the church as well as some children playing in the snow and gathering around a fire. There is smoke rising from a chimney on the church.

This story is largely about the author's ability to create art about Jesus and other holy people. The author also talks a great deal about his perceptions of others and their spiritual relationships. The author talks about going to Church as well as…

This story is largely about the Gainsboro community before Urban Renewal. The author anecdotally describes places and people in Gainsboro, and specifically on Gainsboro Road, Gilmer Avenue, and Henry Street.

This story is about the author's time in school in Gainsboro at Booker T. Washington Junior High School and Lucy Addison High School. The author speaks about friends and bullies as well as different teachers and their subjects. The author also…

This story is about the author's experience with Dr. Wendell Butler, a dentist whose practice was located on Henry Street. The author talks about how bad he needed a tooth pulled, and how Dr. Butler had the author work around the office to make up…

This story is largely concerned with Dell's Cafe and the building it was situated in. Other neighbors of the business are also mentioned. The author shares memories of how special Dell's was to him and how it was a staple in the community.

This story is about "Erricks Loungue" and about the people who ran the Lounge as well as another club, The Room. One of the bouncers, "Harold Basham" also drove one of the School Buses, and the author describes him as quite strict.

This story is about the "Fizers Funeral Home", the Rose family and the Henderson Family. The author also talks about "Johnie Boy Henderson" and how he was run over by "a trash truck, while dumping at the city landfill" and how he lived to tell the…

This story is about the "Gainsboro Libary" and "Mrs Lee" (Virginia Y. Lee). The author talks about how he and his family lived a block away from the library, and how his mother would rent out some of the cookbooks. The author also says that he would…

This story centers around law enforcement and police officers in Roanoke. The author tells a specific story about being told to leave "Elmwood Park" and not returning until 2009 because of a police officer enforcing the park as segregated. The author…

This story is about not only "Mr. Martian Fish Market", but also about the neighbors of this business and the people that ran the market. The author also reminisces on the past and the Black community in Roanoke.

This story is about how the author and his mother attended "Mt Zion AME" when first settling in Roanoke. The author also wrote "The City of Roanoke called progress I personally call it robbry eith papper and a penn" in reference to Urban Renewal and…

This story is about where the "Johnson an Reed Realitor" building sat in Gainsboro. It is also about how the author's family rented from this company in the mid-twentieth century. The story is also about the neighbors of this business as well as the…

This story is about Urban Renewal and the Gainsboro Community. The author speaks of the families forced back into debt, "My parents had our home paid for, but like everybody else, Mom and Dad had to go back in dept, and buy another house". The author…

This story is about the Picadilly Restaurant which later became either the Top Hat or "SadiLite". The author recounts the restaurant owners as well as the reputation of the Picadilly as one of those "places where alchol was being sold". The author…

This story is about the Royal Garden Dance Hall, located in Springwood Park (what is now Washington Park). The author talked about how there was all sorts of entertainment there: swimming, dancing, "Black shows,, like Silas Green from New Orleans",…

This story is about "Royal Garden, what a place,, located in Spring Wood park,," which is now Washington Park. The author also talks extensively about the City Dump that was placed in Washington Park: "You would pass a beautyfull water fall between…

This story is about the "Star City Audotorum" and its popularity in the 1950's and 1960's. The author talks about acts like "Lord Price, Little Richard, James Brown Little Willie John and many other", and how they would then stay at the Hotel Dumas…

This story is about the "Virginia Theather" where the author and his friends would go to see movies. The author talks about how movie tickets would only be 9 cents, but then they went up to 19 cents in "later years". This story is also largely about…

This story is about the "Williams Huntington Branch YMCA" as well as some of the people, including members of the author's family, that lived nearby the YMCA. The author also talks about several of the businesses and buildings around the YMCA as…

This story is about "William Whitton", or Bill, of Bills Clock and Watch Repair. The author shares a story about how Bill would send him to Henry Street to grab his lunch and "make a nickel".

This story is about Webb's Garage off of Henry Street. The author talks about how he would ride motorcycles with one of Buster Webb's children. The author also talks about Urban Renewal and the businesses and community that suffered.

This story is about Rev. Noel C. Taylor, the first Black mayor of Roanoke and preacher at High Street Baptist Church. The author talks about Taylor's approachability, but also his disapproval at the changes that occured while Taylor was mayor. The…

This story is about Washington Park and its purpose of being a gathering space for people. The author talks about "people would come to Washington Park on the 4th of July and Labor Day. Those holiday was like going to Bush Garden or Kings Domion".…

This story is largely about the author, his background, and his life. He talks about his family and the jobs he has had to provide for that family. He worked for 23.5 years at Norfolk and Western Railway (now Norfolk and Southern). In this story, he…

This story is about the Hunton Life Saving Crew, "The very first here in Roanoke all Black owned and opprated". The author tells the story of fetching the Crew when a pregnant woman called on him to do so.

This story is about the author's arrival to Roanoke as well as the schools he attended in Roanoke and why he returned. Toward the end of the story, he begins to reminisce on the history of Gainsboro and how it was before Urban Renewal. Scanned image…

This story is about how the author would watch others bet and gamble over cards in alleys. The author says, "I guess I learned a lot from watching other play a looseing game". Included scanned copy of a drawing with label "Easy Money (B-18)". Item ID…

This story is about the Picadilly Restaurant and its neighbors. The author focuses on the businesses surrounding the Picadilly and the social circumstances present before Urban Renewal. Included scanned copy of drawing DR-A071. Back of copy has…

This story is about the author going to Church on Sundays at Mount Zion AME Church. The author talks about how his mother was an usher as well as how he would use the time to "make eyes at the girls we liked". Included scanned copy of a drawing with…

This story is about Gainsboro School. The author talks about a few of the teachers as well as some memorable details and anecdotes especially regarding the Coal Stoves and what happened when students were late to Mrs. Taylor's class.

This story is about Burrell Memorial Hospital. The author talks about the original building as well as the building constructed in the 1950's, which is still standing today. The author also speaks about some of the doctors and other workers at…

This story seems to be solely a description of an art piece of the author's that is "hanging at Arbys Roast Beef on Williamson Road". Not only is it description, but it is also information on how much the author would sell his art for. Page has some…

This story is about the author's time as a worker for Norfolk and Western Railway. He mentions his 24 years of service as well. Included scanned copy of the top portion of DR-A036 with label "Rail Road Storys B# 45".

This story is not only about the Hotel Dumas, but also about the other businesses that were surrounding the Hotel on Henry Street. The author also talks about several of the doctors that worked in Gainsboro. Includes scanned copy of a drawing…

This story is about the relationship that members of the Black community had with the Black police officers. Included scanned copy of DR-A060 with label "Trouble on Gainsboro 1951 Then (A-26)".

This story is about the Gainsboro Branch Library, the William A. Hunton Branch YMCA, and some of the other businesses and buildings close to these places. The author talks about some of the people from the YMCA, and how they would react to the author…

This story is about the "William Huntington Branch of the YMCA" as well as the different people that frequented the YMCA and what different areas of the YMCA were used for. The author also talks quite a bit about the neighbors that he had on Patton…

This story is about the "Mantion on Patton" where Mrs. Burrell and Mrs. Reed lived. The highlight of the story is the "1941 packard car" that the author often admired. Page has light creases. Includes scanned copy of drawing DR-A085 with "(13)", "The…

This story is about "Mr Martians fish market". The author and his mother were seen as regulars at the market as well. Heavy ink bleed and wrinkles.

This story is about Gainsboro Road and some of the businesses and buildings that filled the street. Page is torn in upper left corner. Light creasing. Includes a scanned copy of drawing DR-A054 with "(A-50) Take a Stroll across Gainsboro".

This story is about "Hill Top Groc.". The author talks about the owners of the shop as well as how "the hot dogs were some of the best money could buy". The author talks about using his lunch money in junior high school to go buy a hot dog. Included…

This story is about the Hotel Roanoke and the author's involvement with the Hotel. He talks about how his mother worked in the kitchen. His job "was keepiong ash trays clean, picking up pappers and empty trash cans, and helping in the lobby". Page…

This story is about a friend of the author who drove trucks "all over the states and even Canidia". Page has light water stains. Includes copies of the drawings DR-A063 and DR-A061.

This story is about Royal Garden in Springwood Park. The author apparently did not have enough money to swim in the pool, so he and some others worked to build a dam in Lick Run Creek to make their own swimming pool. Includes scanned copy of the…

This story is about how the author and his family moved to Roanoke when he was young. He talks about the first few days that he was in Roanoke, and, at the end of the story, he is more reflective about his memories. DR-M045.2 on reverse. Included…

This story is about the building that housed Dell's Cafe and then "The Room." The Room was a place "where you could go and socialize and have a nice time, everybody who like to party and dance would Dress and Go to The Room". The place seemed to be a…

This story is about all of the businesses that were located on Gainsboro Road.

This story is about the different business, buildings, and people of Gainsboro Road, Gilmer Avenue, and Patton Avenue. The author talks about his work at the Hotel Roanoke as well as some of the people he remembers from the Hotel. Page has water…

This story starts with an anecdote about a domestic issue where the cops were called, but allowed the man to "walk it off". The author then moves on to talk more about societal issues that he was noticing around him at the time of writing.

This story is about an experience that the author had while in attendance at Gainsboro School. He watched two boys lift the flag every day. Page has small stains and slight wrinkles, otherwise good condition.

This story is about the author's time as a young child at Gainsboro School. He shares about being late on his first day as well as some of the punishments he had to endure for being late and fighting on school grounds. The author also shares some of…

This story is about the Mount Zion AME Church in Gainsboro. The author talks about the circumstances of his coming to the Church including his family's moving to Roanoke and the Gainsboro area. Water stain on left side of page. Included a photocopy…

This story is about the Library Yard which was the yard around the Gainsboro Branch Library. The author also talks about some of the businesses that shared the road with the library.

This story is about misunderstandings and the possible fights that come from those misunderstandings. The author also talks about different societal issues that he believes may add to those misunderstandings. Page has slight creases. Included 2…

This story is about Lucy Addison High School and Booker T. Washington Junior High School. The author also names some of the teachers and members of staff at those schools. Included a postcard-sized print of DR-A055 labeled "B.90% Addison 1950".

This story is about the "4 1/2 Block of Everything", being the 4 1/2 Blocks of Henry Street before it becomes 1st Street. The author largely talks about some of the businesses that dominated Henry Street and the Railroad. Page has slight creasing.…

This story is about the downtown area of Roanoke as well as some of the buildings and businesses that were housed there. The author also talks about how many of those buildings are closed or sit empty at the time of writing. He also shares a story of…

This story is about the author's time as a Father, Grandfather, and Great-Grandfather. He talks extensively about religion and family values. Page has slight creasing. Signed and dated by David A Ramey SR - 7/12/2014.

This story is about "The Car Line" located in Vinton, VA. The author shares anecdotes from his time as a worker with the car line service as well s some of the people he met and worked with.

This story is about the journey the author's family took to start their lives in Roanoke and the Gainsboro neighborhood. Included photocopy of image DR-A167.

This story is about the home that the author lived in after moving to Roanoke. The author also talks about his neighbors and some of the other buildings around him. Included a photocopy of drawing DR-A186.

This story starts with an anecdote about the William A. Hunton Branch YMCA, and gradually becomes more about the Claytor Family, the Claytor Memorial Clinic, and the Service Station "on Gilmer Ave". The author also talks about how he lost touch with…

This story is about the Horse Shoe Cafe as well as some of the other businesses on Henry Street. The author also shares a story about cutting class to spend time on Henry Street. Heavily yellowed, no mechanical damage

This story is about "Robert Morman". The author talks about how Morman ran a local club to make some money. The author does not remember many problems, but remembers that people always went to have a good time. Slight creasing.

This story is about a funeral home that used to be on Loudon Avenue as well as Hunts Taxi Service, which would take the author and his mother downtown. Large oil stain

This story is about the two women who lived in the Mansion on Patton Avenue. Mrs. Reed and Mrs. Burrell were two wealthy widows of the Gainsboro community, and they were well-known for their lovely car, to which the author refers to as a "Rolls…

This story is about the American Legion Auditorium as well as the Norfolk and Western Railway and Hotel Roanoke. The author shares anecdotes about his years working and the times that he was able to have fun at the American Legion Auditorium.

This story is about a few of the businesses on Gainsboro Road. The author talks also shares some anecdotes from his childhood that relate to the businesses. He shares some of the people that made those businesses what they were.

This story is about Gainsboro Road and Peach Road as well as some of the businesses and people that resided there. The author also talks very lengthily about how costs have changed and how taxes have risen from the time he was writing about to the…

This story is about Peach Road and Orange Avenue as well as some of the buildings and businesses that were housed there. The author talks about how the buildings have changed over the years. Slight creasing and small stains.

This story is about the Dreamland Amusement Park run by the Hale family as well as how Urban Renewal caused lots of Black business-owners and Black-owned businesses to fail.

This story is about some of the businesses and people from Gainsboro Road and Peach Road. The author also talks about the Black police officers who would patrol in Gainsboro and how much he, and other community members, got to know these officers.

This story is about the Commonwealth Neighborhood - especially about the Williamson Road and 4th Street NE areas. He talks about the "Saker Strore" and a man names "Bill" who would take people up in his small plane to see Roanoke from the sky.…

This story is about Royal Garden, which was located at Springwood Park. The author shares a story about damming the water at Lick Run instead of paying the 25 cents to get into the swimming pool at Royal Garden. Slight staining.

This story is about Springwood Park, Royal Garden, and Washington Park. The story focuses on the people who ran Royal Garden, the natural spring, and the dump that the city placed in Washington Park.

This story is about the Silas Green Show that would come to Roanoke once a year in the summer. The author talks about how the entertainment was much different compared to what was then offered at the time of writing.

This story is about some of the different businesses and neighbors that lived on Gainsboro Road. The author ends the story with, "Just like Henry Street, all of this black negiborhood was taken also, in the name of progress". Included a…

This story is about the houses, businesses, buildings, and people, that were on Gainsboro Road.

This story starts with a story about the Barber Shop on Gainsboro, but quickly becomes a commentary on relationships between men and women that the author observes. "No#(7)" written on reverse. Water damage, stains, crumpling.

This story is about some of the people who lived on Gainsboro Road. The author also talks about young people and how he feels about some of their priorities and ambitions.

This story is about Gilmer School and some of the people that used to work there. The author specifically shares a story about one of the Janitors, Mr. Robert Brown. The author also talks about how, just like Gainsboro School, it was the only school…

This story is about some of the people that the author remembers from the area around North East, Tank Town, and the Kimball Neighborhood. DR-M080.3 is on the backside of page 2.

This story is about how the author and some of his friends would have someone buy them wine. The author also shares about "Lynchburg Shortie" who would want control of the bottle. Liquid wrinkling, few stains.

This story is about some of the people and businesses that were on 7th Avenue North East. Incuded a photocopy of drawing DR-A188.

This story is about the "Up Town Club" and how people would go to have a good time. The author remarks on how the atmosphere was laid back, and did not include any trouble-makers. Included a full-size copy of a drawing depicting four people outside a…

This story is about 7th Avenue. The author also talks about relationships that he experienced in the neighborhood. He emphasizes how relationships have changed over the years.

This story is about the Roanoke Wheels Club. This club was filled with motorcycle owners and riders, and they would organize trips together to other towns and cities outside of Roanoke.

This story is largely about North East, and how urban renewal swept through, especially with the Commonwealth Project in 1955. The author talks about how urban renewal threw people back into debt after paying off their homes. Page has creasing.

This story is about small children and babies, and how the author wishes that these people would not be harmed. Age-related damage and decay.

This story is about some of the jobs that the author had while working and living in Roanoke. He also details some of his family troubles alongside some trouble with the law. He talks about how his faith and religion were very important to him while…

This story is about the author's life, and specifically about his time spent with the Norfolk and Western Railway.

This story is about the author traveling back home to his parents' house in Roanoke from Detroit.

This story is about a small child, "Little Billy." The author talks about how Billy would ride his tricycle, but one day he was run over and died.

This story is about a small child who was playing with it's father's loaded gun.

This story is about a small child who drowned because the babysitter left the water on in the bathroom. "(F.1#)" also written at the top.

This story is about a man who killed a small baby. Not paginated

This story is about a summer that the author spent at his Grandparent's home in Ridgeway, VA. The author shares an anecdote about missing breakfast after sleeping in.

This story is about "Reverend Jacob Dillard" who was a church leader at Mount Zion AME Church in Gainsboro. Included a folded program from Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Ridgeway, Va., titled "The 40th Anniversary Celebration of Reverend Jacob Dillard,…

This story is about the times that the author would spend time at his Grandmother's house with his two cousins.

This story is about the author at age 3 when he was posing for a picture. He also describes some of the surroundings of the images. Included photocopy of a drawing with a red car and a little boy standing in front of it titled "Sonny at the age of 3"…

This story is about how the author's parents met one another and became a couple before the author was born. Included photocopy of drawing DR-A416.

This story is about "the Perkins Home" in "Chestnot Knob Communiety". The author shares an anecdote about his childhood with another kid and his teddy bear. Included photocopy of drawing titled "Perkins House" dated 1943.

This story is about the businesses that made up Henry Street at its prime. The author reminisces on old promises of revitalization on Henry Street. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about "Kiser Record Shop" and how the author would go in the store, not to buy records, but just to listen to what new music Mr. Kaiser had in. Correlates with stories 25 and 26 from The Times and Life on Henry Street (pages 55-57).…

This story is about Economy Shoe Repair. The author remembers the Mr. Green and Cleo who worked at the Shoe Shop. The author also shares a story about how Patton Avenue and Jefferson Street would be closed in front of the library so that people could…

This story is about Jessie Baker, a local boxer, businessman, and Norfolk and Western Railway Worker. Correlates with story number 14 from The Times and Life on Henry Street (page 31). Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about the "Pie Man" on Henry Street. His pies, especially the Sweet Potato, Peach, and Applie Pies, drew in a crowd from all over Gainsboro. The author talks about never sharing because the pies were just that good. Correlates with…

Draft of the table of contents from The Times and Life on Henry Street. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about what it was like for the author to come of age during segregation. He shares stories about Henry Street and how you had to look very proper when going out to Henry Street on a Friday night. Loose pages from Taubman. Correlates…

This story is about Nicks Cafe on Henry Street. The author shares some of his memories of one of the men who worked there, "Jonny". Correlates with story number 18 from The Times and Life on Henry Street (page 39). Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about Henry Street and how the author would sneak some change and leave the house for Henry Street so that he could get the best hot dogs that he knew how to find. Correlates with story number 23 from The Times and Life on Henry Street…

This story is about Gainsboro Road and some of the places that were on that road. The author seems specifically interested in Mount Zion AME Church and the schools in the Gainsboro area. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about a childhood friend of the author - Tommy Lee Crowder. Crowder drove 18-wheel trucks to haul supplies across the country. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about the "Top Hat Night Club" which took over after the Picadilly Restaurant. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about people and places that made up Gainsboro Road. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about Washington Park and its history of being both a dump and a large gathering place. The author reminisces about the amusement park, Dreamland, as well as how Roanoke has changed and has less opportunity for entertainment. Loose…

This story is about the Urban Renewal Projects that included the destruction of the Commonwealth Neighborhood as well as Old Lick Cemetary. He comments on the removal of bodies from their graves as a result of Urban Renewal. Loose pages from…

This story is about "Sakers Store" located in North East. The author talks extensively about "Mother Saker" and "Bill Saker". The story also reminisces about land and businesses lost to Urban Renewal. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about law enforcement within the Black community. The author talks about Black officers would patrol the parts of town that were predominantly Black and despite their seriousness, they would be more courteous and slower to gun violence.…

This story is about how the author would play in the Library Yard of the Gainsboro Branch Library. Not only would they play in the Yard, but they would also traverse across the street to the Claytor property. The author shares a story from his…

This story is about the author's perspective on how interpersonal relationships have changed since he was a child. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about how the author and his family got started in the Gainsboro Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about the Automobile Exchange off of Henry Street. The author shares the story of getting his first car here, and despite having to roll it off of the lot, he talks of his love for the car. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about the Horse Shoe Cafe off of Henry Street. The author shares his memories of the affordability of the food and drinks served at the Cafe. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about some of the places, businesses, and people that resided on Henry Street, especially Hunters Cafe, Jack and Jills Soda Shop, and the Hotel Dumas. The author also talks about how relations among races have changed over time…

This story is about the Hotel Dumas as well as some of the other buildings and people that resided on Henry Street. The author also talks about how he has perceived a change in respect between people over the years. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about Henry Street coming alive on a Monday morning after a long weekend. The author emphasizes how Nicks Cafe would be open 24/7. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about Henry Street, and the many businesses and people that resided there. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about Henry Street. The author talks about lots of different businesses and how Henry Street was different at different times of day. He also talks about the people who resided and worked on Henry Street. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about Henry Street and Gainsboro School. The author shares about all the different kinds of businesses and people were on Henry Street as well as some of the teachers at Gainsboro School. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about the author's time as a member of the congregation at Mount Zion AME Church. The author also shares that his father served as a janitor there and his mother was on the advisory board for many years. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about Washington Park, Royal Garden, and Springwood Park. The author talks extensively about how exciting holidays would be at Washington Park since it would be so busy and full of people. Loose pages from Taubman.

This story is about Washington Park, Royal Garden, and Springwood Park. The author talks extensively about how exciting holidays would be at Washington Park since it would be so busy and full of people. Loose pages from Taubman.

This image depicts six people standing in front of a building. They appear to possibly be staff. The artist signed the work and wrote, "Plantation" and "1992" in the corner.

This image depicts a farmhouse. There is a small child in the front yard as well as a pig and some chickens. There is a fire, a trailer, a shed, and an outhouse surrounding the farmhouse. The artist wrote, "Day Break Ramey Farm Sonny" in the…

This image shows two men looking at each other with their arms at their sides, almost like a shrug.

On reverse of DR-A392.

This image depicts a farmhouse. There are also pigs, chickens, a trailer, a clothesline, a fire, and an outhouse on the fenced-in property. Three people can be seen walking on the right side of the image.

This image depicts a farmhouse. There are chickens, a fire, and a clothesline in the foreground. Another house can be seen receding into the background.

Reproduction says on back, "Out behind Grandads House,, Ridgeway Va. 1944 Home of Barbara…

This image depicts a farmhouse. The land also has a fire, a clothesline, a trailer, and an outhouse on the land. Another farmhouse can be seen in the background on the right side. Artist dated 1946. "Ramey Land 1946 Ridgeway Va" written in lower…

This image depicts a farmhouse in the snow. There are two sheds, an outhouse, a trailer, and a woodpile in the yard that are covered with snow. Artist dated work 1946 "Grandaddy's House Ridgeway VA".

This image depicts a group of nine people sitting around a dinner table assumedly praying. There is an old stove in the background of the image. Artist signed and dated work 1943.

This image depicts a farmhouse in the snow. There is a clothesline, a trailer, and an outhouse in the foreground. Another house can be seen off to the right side of the background.

This image depicts a kitchen scene with six people. There is an old stove against the wall and a woman is holding a tray of food. The other five people are seated at the table and seem to be laughing and chatting. There is a box of "Kellogg Corn…

This image depicts a group of six people eating at a table. There is a woman in the background carrying a tray of food. There is an old stove in the background. Initialed and dated 2012.

This image depicts a lighthouse and a body of water with two boats sailing on it. There is a dock with another two boats tied up. The artist signed the work.

This image depicts a woman preparing something at the stove. There is a small dog at her feet.

This image depicts a church as well as many families headed toward the church. Several cars full of people are parked in the front yard. Artist signed and dated 2010. "Down by the Lake" written in lower right.

This image depicts a large church building. Several people are walking around the front lawn toward the church. There is a cemetery on the bottom right side of the image as well.

This image depicts a large building, possibly a church, with several cars and people waiting out front.

This image depicts a church as well as several people walking in front of the building. Six cars are parked beside the church and the sun appears to be setting over the mountains.

This image depicts a large building, possibly a church, with several cars and people waiting out front.

This image depicts a church in the snow. There are several people walking toward the church and there are many cars parked in the yard. A sign in the yard reads, "Pine Ridge Baptist". There also appears to be the name of a pastor, but it is cut off.

This image depicts the inside of a church. The pews are full of people, and there appears to be a preacher at the front of the room. "1939" in lower right.

This image depicts what is assumed to be "Elnora going to bus stop Jessie on the other side of road 1946" according to the artist's notation. There is a "Henry County Public School" bus in front of a large farmhouse. Four people can be seen waving at…

This image depicts three people walking toward a farmhouse. There are also chickens, a trailer, and an outhouse by the farmhouse. All three people appear to be carrying buckets. The artist signed the work. Dated 2010.

This image depicts three people walking toward a farmhouse in the distance. They are walking through a heavily wooded area, and they are carrying buckets. The artist signed the work.

This image depicts a close-up of the farmhouse. There is a fire going as well as a clothesline stretched across the image. A man is seen on the far left side of the image. Another farmhouse is off to the right. Artist signed as "Sonny, David Ramey"…

This image depicts a small child standing in front of a red car. There are buildings behind him that recede into the background. "Sonny at the Age of 3 1942" written in lower right.

This image depicts, assumedly Naomi and Sonny at Chestnut Knob. Naomi is putting clothes on the clothesline while Sonny is riding his tricycle in the yard. The farmhouse is in the background as well as two other buildings. "Naomi and Sonny 1943…

This image depicts two large buildings. The one on the left is a red brick building, and the one on the right is a building with white siding. A bicycle and a blue car are also pictured. "1944 Chestnut Knob" written in lower right.

This image depicts two large buildings. The one on the left is a red brick building, and the one on the right is a building with white siding. A blue car is parked out front. Several other buildings recede into the background on the right side.…

This image depicts what is assumedly the Perkins Home. This home has a well, a dog, and two vehicles. There also appears to be a church off to the left side of the image. Several cars are parked at the church. "Perkins Home 1949" written in lower…

This image depicts a farmhouse. The house has a well, a clothesline, and a god. There is also a truck and a tractor off to the right side of the image. There are also three more houses that recede into the background on the right side. "Aunt Alice…

This image depicts a man plowing a field with two donkeys. There is a farmhouse off to the right side of the image, and the sun is setting over the mountains in the background. "Grandaddy" written in lower right, signed "Sonny Ramey" and dated 1944.

This image depicts what is assumedly "Grandaddy" who is working in the fields with two horses. There is a farmhouse in the background as well. Artist signed as "Sonnie". "Sun up Sun-Down Grandaddy 1944" also written in lower left. "#2004" written in…

This image depicts a farmer plowing a field while being led by two donkeys. There is a farmhouse with smoke rising from the chimney on the right side of the image. "On the Ramey farm" written on the bottom left, signed "Sonnie" and dated…

This drawing depicts three cabin-style houses and seems to also list the owners of these houses in the description at the bottom of the image. There is a man sitting on the stoop of the first cabin and a woman seems to be walking down the road as…

This image depicts a woman walking toward the viewer while balancing something large on her head. She is walking away from a cabin-like structure where a man is sitting on the stoop. They are in a heavily wooded area. "Grand Daddy Dave" written on…

This image depicts three people standing at a pig pen, feeding the pigs corn on the cob. There is a farmhouse in the background as well as some chickens.

This image appears to be depicting the slaughter of a pig. There are several people standing in the background, and there is another pig off to the right side of the image.

This image appears to be depicting the slaughter of a pig. There are several people standing in the background, and a small dog in the foreground. "3447689" written in lower right.

This image depicts a man, likely James Ramey, as he aims a gun out of view. He has two rabbits on his belt and appears to be on his own in the forest. "James Ramey as a young man", "Uncle James 1927", and "Ridgeway Va" written on lower left corner.

This image depicts two men sitting in chairs on the front porch of a house. A woman seems to be bringing drinks to them from inside of the house. There is also a dog on the front porch as well as chickens in the yard. Artist signed and wrote "011" in…

This image depicts a farmhouse and several people in the yard. A farmer is also driving a buggy toward the background of the image.

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…

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.

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.

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.

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]",…

This image depicts a large farmhouse in a wooded area.

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…

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…

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 &…

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…

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…

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.

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.

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…

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".

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".

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.

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".

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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]".…

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…

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".…

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)…

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".

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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.…

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".

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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…

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…

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".

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This image depicts a pair of boxing gloves as well as a bell. The author initialed the work and wrote, "Jessie Baker (c) 2015".

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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".

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…

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…

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.

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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…

This image depicts an eight-person band on stage with several people watching and dancing from below the stage.

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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.

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"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…

"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…

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…

"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…

"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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.

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.

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.

This image portrays Jesus being crucified. Two others are being crucified, one on either side.

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…

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…

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."…

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.

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…

Gainsboro Library when it was located in the old Odd Fellows/YMCA Building.

Exterior, Gainsboro Library.

Interior, Gainsboro Library.

Basement, Gainsboro Library.

Basement, Gainsboro Library.

Inside of the Hotel Dumas.

Inside of the Hotel Dumas.

Inside of the Hotel Dumas.

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…

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Date of Birth: April 15, 1911
Mayor from September 1, 1946 to August 31, 1948
Date of Death: December 11, 1968

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…

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

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

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

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

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.

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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…

"Hitching Post Motel, US Highways 11 and 220...2 miles north of Roanoke, Virginia. Mr. and Mrs. Carl W. Windel, Owners and Managers."

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Biographical sketch of Dr. John H. Pinkard and his contributions to medicine and the African American community of Roanoke.

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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…

"Hollins College, Roanoke, Virginia."

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"Roanoke County Courthouse, Salem, Virginia."

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"Jefferson Street and Walnut Avenue Bridges, Roanoke Virginia."

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"Franklin Road Bridge, Roanoke, Virginia".

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"Greene Memorial M.E. Church, Roanoke, Virginia."

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"Manse, First Presbyterian Church, Roanoke, Virginia." The manse was the residence of the minister.

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"City Hall, Roanoke, Virginia.'

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"Country Club, Roanoke, Virginia."

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"Lake in Elmwood Park, Roanoke, Virginia."

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"Roanoke City Hospital, Roanoke, Virginia."

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"Hotel Lenox, opposite west exit N&W passenger station. In the heart of Roanoke, Virginia."

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"Hotel Patrick Henry, Roanoke, Virginia. 300 rooms, 300 baths. Robert R. Meyer, President. A.B. Moody, Manager."

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Patrick Henry Hotel

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"Ponce de Leon Hotel, Roanoke, Virginia."

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"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,…

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"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…

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"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.…

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" 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."

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"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…

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"Jefferson High School, Roanoke, Virginia."

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"Roanoke Women's College, Salem, Virginia."

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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…

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…

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,…

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…

"Hollins Institute, Roanoke, Virginia."

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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

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…

The Animo is the annual for Franklin County High School.

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…

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.

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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…

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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…

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…

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…

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.

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…

"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."

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Frank Reynolds with his plane.

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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…

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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. …

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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…

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Roanoke City Police Department on the steps of the municipal building.

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Typical classroom of an unknown Roanoke school.

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The Roanoker Motor Lodge, formerly located at 7645 Williamson Road.

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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…

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Looking northwest from Elmwood Park. This is the earliest known photo of what would become the City of Roanoke.

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Franklin Road bridge over Roanoke River.

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View from the roof of the McBain building. Post office tower in foreground.

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Elks Carnival high wire act, looking west toward 3rd Street. St. Mark's Lutheran Church and Rorer Hall in visible in background.

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Looking northeast from 1st Street and Day Avenue.

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Looking northeast from 1st Street and Day Avenue.

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Parking lot in front of AEP's Roanoke office at the corner of Franklin Road and 1st Street.

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The northeast corner of 2nd Street and Day Avenue.

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Looking toward intersection with 1st Street and Franklin Road.

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1st Street intersection with Franklin Road in front of AEP.

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Knepp & Company Livery Stable, formerly located on the northwest corner of Jefferson Street and Church Avenue.

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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.

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Carlton Terrace Apartments, formerly located in the 900 block of Jefferson Street.

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"Crystal Spring as it looked in the early days of Roanoke." Engraving of photo.

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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.

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Crystal Spring showing gazebo and house on hill above.

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Children in sandbox at playgound under Memorial Bridge.

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Norfolk & Western freight station. Looking southwest toward downtown. View of buildings on Norfolk Avenue. St. James Hotel in background.

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A view of Elmwood Park from the corner of Jefferson Street and Bullitt Avenue.

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View from Elmwood Park looking toward southwest corner of Jefferson Street and Elm Avenue.

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View of Elmwood Park looking from southwest corner of Elm Avenue and Jefferson Street. Terry home and tennis courts visible.

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View of Elmwood Park from the corner of Jefferson Street and Elm Avenue. Tennis courts visible at right.

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A view of Elmwood Park from the northwest corner of Bullitt Avenue and Jefferson Street.

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Japanese Magnolia in Elmwood Park.

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A nighttime view of the Japanese Magnolia in Elmwood Park.

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Japanese Magnolia tree in Elmwood Park.

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Snow in Elmwood Park.

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Snow in Elmwood Park.

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Snow in Elmwood Park with view of the Terry House.

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Spring in Elmwood Park with a view of St. John's Episcopal Church.

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An aerial view of Elmwood Park.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Labor Day, 1891

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Glidden Tour cars parked in Marstellar's garage on Church Avenue.

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Float decorated by Heironimus and Brugh Department Store for the Roanoke Decennial Parade.

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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.

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Roanoke's Diamond Jubilee celebration kicks off at the 1915 municipal building.

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Class of the Alleghany Institute. Burrell Memorial Hospital took it over and built the hospital.

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The Virginia College for Young Women under construction. The school was formerly located in the South Roanoke neighborhood at the end of Rosalind Avenue.

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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.

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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.

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Students of Melrose School.

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West End Elementary school.

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West End Elementary School, formerly located at 918 Campbell Avenue. In this photo, the school is nearing completion.

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Rear of West End School, formerly located at 912 Campbell Avenue.

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Gilmer School once stood on Gilmer Avenue in the general area of the Roanoke Civic Center.

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Pleasant View School, often called Moomaw School, which stood on Moomaw land on the corner of Cove and Hershberger Roads.

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Monterey Elementary School

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Fairview Elementary School

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Fairview Elementary School

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Westside Elementary School

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Westside Elementary School

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Hurt Park Elementary School, located at 1525 Salem Avenue.

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Hurt Park Elementary, located at 1525 Salem Avenue.

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Raleigh Court Elementary School

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Raleigh Court Elementary School

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Raleigh Court Elementary School

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Raleigh Court Elementary School

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Lee Junior High School, formerly located at Franklin Road and 2nd Street.

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Stonewall Jackson Middle School, located at 1004 Montrose Avenue. The school name was changed to John P. Fishwick Middle School in 2018.

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Stonewall Jackson Middle School, located at 1004 Montrose Avenue. The school's name was changed to John P. Fishwick Middle School in 2018.

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Lucy Addison High School shortly after construction

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Lucy Addison High School after completion of the addition.

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Lucy Addison High School, shortly after completion of the addition.

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Jefferson High School from Campbell Avenue.

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Jefferson High School junior class.

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Patrick Henry High School under construction.

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Patrick Henry High School under construction.

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Roanoke Catholic School.

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Roanoke Catholic School.

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Patrick Henry High School.

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Preston Park Elementary School.

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Southview Elementary School, located on Peters Creek Road. The building is now used for Roanoke County administrative offices.

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Roanoke Technical Institute, now called Virginia Western Community College.

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Aerial view of Roanoke College.

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East Building on the Hollins University campus. Built in 1856, It is the oldest building in use at Hollins.

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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.

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The Dana Science Building on the campus of Hollins University.

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Roanoke Post Office was located on the northeast corner of Church Avenue and 1st Street.

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Roanoke's first post office as seen from the east side of Henry Street (now 1st Street) looking toward Campbell Avenue.

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Big Lick Post Office was located on the corner of Lynchburg Road (Orange Avenue) and Williamson Road.

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Courthouse and jail on Campbell Avenue and 2nd Street.

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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…

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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.

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Shenandoah Hospital, formerly located at 712 Campbell Avenue. Built in 1912, the 65-bed hospital closed in 1974. The building was razed in 1976.

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Shenandoah Hospital, formerly located at 712 Campbell Avenue. Built in 1912, the 65-bed hospital closed in 1974. The building was razed in 1976.

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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.

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The nursing class of 1947 on the steps of Jefferson Hospital.

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Jefferson Hospital is structure on the left. It was located on Franklin Road; view looking at intersection with Walnut Avenue.

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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…

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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…

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Nursing graduate class of 1941. Lewis Gale Hospital.

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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.

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Aerial view of Community Hospital. Orchard Hill is in the background.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Roanoke Public Library's first Librarian, Pearl Hinesley. Miss Hinesley served 30 years in Roanoke Public Libraries, from 1921-1951.

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A band plays at the Roanoke Public Library's opening day celebration in Elmwood Park.

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Opening day celebration of Roanoke Public Libraries. Sarah Caldwell Butler speaking at event in Elmwood Park.

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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.

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Roanoke Public Library float in a parade.

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Jefferson Street entrance to the first Roanoke Public Library.

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A view of the Terry House from the driveway on Jefferson Street. The Terry House would become Roanoke's first public library in 1921.

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Terry home in Elmwood Park shortly after its conversion to the first library.

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Roanoke Public Library as seen from across Jefferson Street.

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The Main branch of Roanoke Public Libraries.

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Roanoke Public Library auditorium of the first public library in Terry home during children's book week story hour.

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Children gather for storytime at the Main Library.

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Ladies in the reference room.

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Interior view of the first library. The desk in this photo is currently used in the Virginia Room.

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Roanoke Public Library. Circulation desk and main room.

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Interior view of Main Library reading and reference rooms when it was located in the Terry House.

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The reference room in the old library about 1947.

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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.

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Interior of the Gainsboro Branch Roanoke Public Library.

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Basement storage shelving at the Gainsboro Branch.

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Basement storage shelving at the Gainsboro Branch.

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Early view of the Gainsboro Branch Library. The building was completed in 1941 at a cost of $23,970.24.

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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…

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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.

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