African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Church Documents, 1934-1947

File — Box: 1, Folder: 4

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

Series 1: Church-Related Materials include certificates (1921-1948) awarded Rev. James and his wife, drafts of a talk on missions, printed materials on various AME conferences and topics, leaders’ reports listing donations, etc. Series 2: Business Materials holds insurance policies (1939-1960) on real estate, cars, documents relating to Mrs. James; real estate papers (1948-1958), and general financial papers (1932-1953). Series 3: Various Documents contains handwritten notes, business cards, and newspaper clippings.

Dates

Creation: 1934-1947

Creator

From the Collection: James, Joseph C., Reverend, 1900-1976 (Person)

Extent

From the Collection: 0.5 linear feet (1 archival box)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Materials Specific Details

Documents includes a bill to establish a general Board of Education, 35th Quadrennial Session; with printed materials regarding Kingstree, Orangeburg, Beaufort, Georgetown, and Seventh Episcopal District; with other programs, a bazaar ticket and a promotional item advocating Dr. Samuel R. Higgins for Bishop.