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1. 1890 blue flanel and floral embroidered petticoat - Light teal-blue cotton-wool blend flannel petticoat with white, gold and green embroidered daisies at the bottom and a decorative hem of rectangular cutwork with lace. There is a blue ribbon bow at the waist as well as extra pleating in back. Delicate vine embroidery decorates each pleat and the waist ribbon. The register notes that this petticoat was worn by Cora Funkhouser when married to Mr. S.D. Ferguson, dated 1890.

   1964.35.2

   Record Type: Object

   
2. Letter of acceptance from Mr. S. Dupuy Ferguson - n.d.

   Letter of acceptance to the wedding of Josephine Gale and Allen Palmer from Mr. S. Dupuy Ferguson. Acceptance is written on a caling card, with a small missive accepting the invitation written underneath the personalization.

   Record Type: Archive

   
3. Mark Evans and Son Daniel Owned Extensive Lands and Gave Mill Mt. Its Name; McClanahans Took Over in 1782 - January 27 1962

   Newspaper clipping-'Mark Evans and Son Daniel Owned Extensive Lands and Gave Mill Mt. Its Name; McClanahans Took Over in 1782.' Short article, complete with photographs, discussing the history of Roanoke City through some of its earliest pioneers- Mark Evans, his son Daniel, William McClanahan, and his son Elijah.

   Record Type: Archive

   
4. Mary Scott Ferguson Taylor - A black and white photograph of Mrs. Mary Scott Ferguson Taylor, sculptress with the head of her husband Henry L. Taylor. Mrs. Taylor is the daughter of S. D. Ferguson. In addition to Mr. Taylor's portrait bust, there are two other sculpted heads in the studio. Behind the sculptress can be seen a part of a photograph or painting of the subject.

   1986.172.03

   Record Type: Photo

   
5. Newspaper article - January 11, 1965

   An article from The Roanoke World-News titled "City Landmark Will Become Cultural, Educational Center." Please note that this article actually preceded Object ID #2007.54.61. The event expressed in this article was most important to citizens of the area, especially those interested in fine arts and performing arts.

   Record Type: Archive

   
6. Newspaper article - Tuesday, January 12, 1965

   An article from The Roanoke Times titled "Cultural Center To Be Established By Junior League, Fine Arts Group." This article gives a more in-depth background of the mansion known as "Cherry Hill." Many civic leaders and groups are mentioned as well as their co-operation.

   Record Type: Archive