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Tiere der Urwelt: in 30 Kunstblättern nach wissenschaftliche Material bearbeitet.

This set of illustrated cards includes thirty color prints of various animals of the prehistoric world. The Theodor Reichardt Cocoa Company produced five different series of these cards in the early twentieth century. While the cover indicates that this volume contains cards from series 1a, it also includes cards from series 1 and series 2a. Many of the pages show notes made in ink by science writer Willy Ley, the book's original owner.

World War I diary of Don Betsinger.

Betsinger served in the U.S. Army during World War I. Born on March 5, 1900, he was from Chicago, Illinois and enlisted as a private in the 12th Field Artillery in 1917. He embarked for France from Hoboken, New Jersey in early January 1918. The diary appears to include letters to his family and is missing many pages. The entries include opinions about the war, observations of fellow soldiers, and experiences in combat, including discussion of heavy shelling and mustard gas during the Battle of Belleau Wood in June 1918. Many of the descriptions are graphic in nature. Betsinger survived the war and later moved to Monte Vista, Colorado, where he operated the Triangle Tourist Camp in the 1940s. His wife, Elda Aden Betsinger, was a public school teacher. He died in San Diego, California in January 1980.

Postcard of a woman, possibly Virginia Clay-Clopton, and companions.

The back of this real photo postcard reads, "Virginia Clay Clopton, age 90."

Two photographs of the Lanier family.

On back: "Anna Barclay Newman, 1845-1931 / Milton H Lanier / " " " Jr. / Annie Troy Lanier } Their father, seated / Robert Troy } with Margaret Troy Lanier

Photograph of an unidentified woman.

This photograph was found in a blank envelope with "Mrs. W. W. Newman 427 Locust St. Huntsville Ala." printed on the flap.

Photograph of the White family.

This photograph of the White family was taken in a garden. Marked "For [?] Ellen" on back.

Photograph of Lawson Withers White, James Bradley White, and Lawson Wallace Law White.

Photo subjects, from left to right: Lawson Withers White, James Bradley White, Lawson Wallace Law White. Marked "For [?] Ellen" on back.

Photograph of an unidentified woman.

Photograph of Lawson Withers White, James Bradley White, and Lawson Wallace Law White in a cardboard holder.

Photo subjects, from left to right: Lawson Withers White, James Bradley White, Lawson Wallace Law White

Photograph of Lawson Withers White, James Bradley White, and Lawson Wallace Law White.

On back: "James Bradley White (1845-1915) with his son Lawson & grandson Lawson W. L. White." Marked "For Ellen."

Copy photograph of Bessie Lee Barclay Fuqua and Marjorie Lee Fuqua.

Notes on back indicate that Bessie was the daughter of James Robert Barclay Sr. and Elizabeth Ingram. "Marjorie Lee Fuqua b. Mar. 1, 1910 / picture c. 1912". Also notes "Highway 72 Blue Water Creek"

Letter to E. L. Love from G. E. Baxter of Baxter Brothers Contractors and Builders.

This letter states that Baxter Brothers will furnish the material and labor for the construction of the Hutchens' building for $23,000.00.

Letter and memorandum from the Railroad Officials report to R. R. Benedict.

This letter details a compromise regarding the railroad and buildings on the ground deeded to the railroad. The author states that this will not affect Benedict's purchase price. It also includes information regarding the Coxe Estate. The memo included from the Report of Railroad Officials further details the available lots and those that belong to the railroad and the Coxe Estate.

Letter to Ellen Newman from William Newman.

Will writes to Ellen about his trip to Canada. He includes various activities and details of the weather.

Lawsuit against Tom Toney.

These documents detail a lawsuit brought against Tom Toney by Mitchell & Mitchell Automobile Repairing. The first IOU details Tom Toney's debt to I. Schiffman & Co. for a Dodge car for $60. Following the check is a bill for repairs on the Dodge totalling $28.25. Tom Toney's car was seized upon discovery it was being used to "convey spiritous or vinous liquor contrary to law", resulting in a lawsuit brought by the State of Alabama. The statement is Mitchell & Mitchell claiming that Toney never paid his auto repair bill for the lawsuit. The back of the final letter has a handwritten note that reads: "No. 683 State vs. Toney. Claim of Mitchell & Mitchell. Filed June 11/19 F. S. Cabaniss Reg."

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Letter to Oscar Goldsmith regarding the death of Ida B. Dallas and Goldsmith's response.

Letter from H. B. Smith to Oscar Goldsmith to inform him of the death of Ida B. Dallas and Smith's appointment as her sole executor. Smith discusses the next steps of dividing her stocks in the Huntsville Land Company, which is owned by Goldsmith, among her five children. Smith also asks for guidance regarding the sale of her lot at Monte Sano. Oscar Goldsmith's response to Smith's letter is the second document. In it he directs Smith to Lawrence Goldsmith who is authorized to issue the stock and recommends a couple real estate men in Huntsville that would be able to take care of the sale of Dallas's Monte Sano lot.

Correspondence between Ida B. Dallas and Oscar Goldsmith.

Correspondence regarding Ida B. Dallas's missing dividend check on her stocks for Huntsville Land Improvement Co. Goldsmith responds, informing her that no dividends were paid October 1, 1912 due to repairs and painting of the property of the Company, therefore the expenses do not allow for a surplus for dividends.

Request for Stock Holders Meeting of the Huntsville Land Company.

A request calling for a general Stock Holders Meeting of the Huntsville Land Company issued by Oscar Goldsmith. The second document contains signatures of Oscar Goldsmith and Solomon Plant with a handwritten note that reads: "Please sign this and have Mr. Plant sign".

Bill for Oscar Goldsmith and the Huntsville Land Company.

A bill for six rolls of roofing for $9.30 to Oscar Goldsmith with the Huntville Land Co.

Letter to Oscar Goldsmith from H. B. Smith.

H. B. Smith requesting Oscar Goldsmith to pay the taxes due by Mrs. Trevani B. Dallas on her lot at Monte Sano again as he did the previous year. Smith offers if Goldsmith does this, he will refund the amount paid.

Letter to Oscar Goldsmith from H. B. Smith and from Oscar Goldsmith to S. M. Milliken.

In this letter, H. B. Smith responds to a previous letter from Goldsmith regarding the sell of a lot of land in 1916, two years previous. He also details an offer for the stock he currently holds in the Huntsville Land Company that he will be refusing. The second letter is from Oscar Goldsmith to S. M. Milliken regarding the shares that Mr. Smith wrote about and them receiving multiple bids on the stock. He informs Milliken that Mr. Rison will be taking part in it as well.

Check from Oscar Goldsmith to W. R. Rison Banking Company.

A check from Oscar Goldsmith for $259.51 to W. R. Rison Banking Company, signed on the back by R. E. Sessions. The second check is blank on the front with a handwritten note on the back for the following day. The writing is difficult to read but notes something about one dollar for or from Oscar Goldsmith, also signed by R. E. Sessions.

The death and burial of Henry Goldsmith.

This handwritten note provides information on the death and burial place of Henry Goldsmith, Oscar's older brother, who was born in 1840. The note reads: "Henry Goldsmith - was a member of Co D - 4 [sic] Infantry - died in Huntsville Ala. Jany 6/17, was buried in Maple Hill Cemetery Marker No. 295 was placed on his grave - He was a member of Egbert J. Jones Camp.

Letter to Oscar Goldsmith from his cousin, Mo.

This personal letter to Oscar Goldsmith from his cousin, Mo, mentions the health of Mo and his hopes to be better soon. He writes that he has requested a meeting for the case of the Huntsville Land Co. with Mr. Plant. Mo closes be informing Oscar that Addie (his wife) is not well.

Correspondence between Oscar Goldsmith, John A. Chapman, and W. H. Halsey regarding property price negotiations.

These letters detail a chronological correspondence between Oscar Goldsmith and John A. Chapman, his agent, regarding negotiations to purchase property on Meridianville Pike from W. H. Halsey. The letters between Chapman and Goldsmith discuss reasonable price offers and "fancy" price Halsey wants for the property. In the end, Halsey writes a letter detailing the final transaction and cost.

Domestic Science Fund financial account book with W. R. Rison Banking Company.

This book details the financial account of Domestic Science Fund, owned by Oscar Goldsmith.

Letter to Harry Dannanbaum from Oscar Goldsmith.

Oscar Goldsmith informs Harry that he is sending a silver cup for the new baby in Helen's family and, because he does not have their address, is requesting that Harry deliver it for him.

Letter to Oscar Goldsmith from R. E. Smith.

R. E. Smith, as city attorney, writes to inform Oscar Goldsmith of an unpaid balance for improvements on Jefferson Street. He requests Goldsmith to call the office of the Clerk of the City of Huntsville to settle the claim.

Letter to the stockholders of the Chelten Hills Cemetery Company.

Company secretary, Harry A. Newman, writes to the stockholders informing them of a special meeting where stockholders will be asked to authorize changes in per value to the capital stock.

Correspondence between Edgar Weil and Oscar Goldsmith, and Oscar Goldsmith and Harry.

In this letter, Edgar Weil gives Goldsmith information regarding the sale of his mother's stocks in the Chelten Hills Cemetery Company, as Goldsmith is unable to attend and will need a proxy, and the reasoning behind the call to change the per value of the stock. Weil states that the Company does not earn any return for their stocks and so he is selling the stocks for a low price per share due to the fact that "nobody will ever get a cent for these holdings." The second document is a letter from Oscar requesting a proxy for the meeting, and Harry's response to be Oscar's proxy. The final documents are signed and blank contracts appointing attorneys to vote for the decrease in per value of the capital stocks at the stockholders meeter.

Fee report for a claim suit filed by Lawrence Goldsmith against H. Oliver with Parks & Cotton.

This document contains a detailed breakdown of the fees associated with the "unlawful detainer suit" filed by Lawrence Goldsmith against H. Oliver.

Letter to Oscar Goldsmith from K. Ward-Smith.

This letter requests that Oscar Goldsmith, president of the Huntsville Land Company, sends copies of the company's earning statements so K. Ward-Smith can obtain a bid on shares of stock for sale.

Financial statement for Pacolet Manufacturing Company.

Detailed condensed financial statement for Pacolet Manufacturing Company located in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

Letter to Oscar Goldsmith from S. D. Brewsters about yearly sales and inventory.

S. D. Brewster writes to Oscar Goldsmith in response to a previous letter in which Goldsmith sent earning statements for the Dallas Mnfg. Co. He details how the profit was lower than he had hoped and wish the treasurer, Mr. Rison, who had been sick and just returned from Minnesota, well.

Letters to Oscar Goldsmith from G. H. Milliken.

A collection of letters from G. H. Milliken to Oscar Goldsmith regarding various business related topics including stockholders and directors meetings, certificates for shares of Pacolet stock for Judge Walker, the confirmation that Judge Walker's check was received and the stock certificate was mailed, and potential buyers of Huntsville Land Co's. Dallas stock.

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