A newspaper clipping of a photograph of Jane Courtland sitting at a piano, receiving instruction from pianists and composers Anis Fuleihan, Jacques de Menasce, and Otto Luenig. Dated 1943 based on the movie advertisement on the back.
Two letters: In the first letter Khalil sends greetings to his family and friends. He then asks his uncle about the water issue in Shaghour, his son Youssuf, and becoming a cleric. Khalil then encourages his uncle to educate all of his sons and…
A letter from Aziz reassuring his father about his life and work. He asks about his brother Youssuf and whether he needs money or anything else while he is in school. Aziz tells his father that he would send some money when he could and that his…
A letter from Khalil who discusses church maintenance and sends his greetings. He informs his uncle that Salem is visiting Lebanon, so he can send Youssuf with him, but he encourages Youssuf to learn English until then.
This record, created at the Cross St. School in Lawrence, MA, on March 5, 1906, details the health of Alice Assaf. It provides other information, including address, 397 Elm St., names of parents, Celia and Wadia, and occupations of parents, "jewelry"…
A handwritten letter in Arabic and English. Written by Father Khouri Hannah Zizhzghy on August 18, 1909, the letter certifies that Amia Nimy, daughter of Makhoul Nimy, was born March 3, 1894, in Falougha. A note on the bottom, in different…
An Arabic letter handwritten by Father Khouri Boutrus Aoun on June 11, 1909. It confirms the baptism of Khalil (Charles Owen), the son of Tannous Aoun, on January 15, 1895. At the bottom is a phrase handwritten in English: "Oliver School Register-…
A school record from the Hampshire Street School for Beshara Aboud listing his date of birth as January 20, 1894 and residence as 325 Oak St. The record was filled out by a teacher, Anna C. Lane, and approved by the principal, E.F. Hutchinson, on…
A photograph of group of men standing on front porch of the Purdue University Cosmopolitan Club holding a banner with the letters ACC (Association of Cosmopolitan Clubs). Caption reads "ACC Convention Purdue" and "Chiu." C.Q. Chiu was 1912 President…
A photograph of group of men standing on the front porch of the Purdue University Cosmopolitan Club holding a banner with the letters ACC (Association of Cosmopolitan Clubs).
A photograph of group of men standing on the front porch of Purdue's Cosmopolitan Club holding a banner with the letters ACC (Association of Cosmopolitan Clubs). Nasri Fuleihan on far right.
A photograph of a group of men at the Association of Cosmopolitan Clubs convention standing on the front porch of the Cosmopolitan Club of Purdue University.
A letter from E. U. Butterfield, Superintendent of Schools of Dover, New Hampshire, to Bernard Sheridan, superintendent of Schools in Lawrence, Massachusetts, stating that he is sending Najeb Mansur's birth certificate with the letter. The letter is…
A certificate from the New Hampshire Department of Public Instruction, Manchester District, certifying that Rasheedy Shedeed was born in Syria on April 7, 1896. It was signed by Curtis N. Davis, Superintendent of Schools, on October 11, 1912.
A Minor's Certificate of Literacy for Mary Sign created on August 19, 1913. It indicates that she lived at 99 Valley St., was more than 16 years old, and was born December 28, 1894, in Syria. It also confirms that she could read and write legibly. On…
A school record produced by the Special School in Lawrence, Massachusetts, on January 30, 1913, written by Rachel Haddad's step-mother, Annie Haddad, certifying her date of birth as December 25, 1897. The record provides other necessary information…
A school record for Adio Nassar, created on November 8, 1913, certifying his age as 17 and residence as 363 Elm St. It lists his employer as Arlington Mills.
A school record for Annie O'Hanian created on May 13, 1914. It indicates that she was born April 7, 1899, and that she resided at 57 Oak St. The record lists information about her studies at the Special School in Lawrence, Massachusetts. It lists her…
A writing sample proving that Annie O'Hanian can read, write, and speak English well. Signed by Anna A. Murphy, a teacher at the Special School, on May 13, 1914.
A photograph of the English I Class at Dobbs Ferry High School, taken at the English and French Room. Dated Monday, 19 April 1915. Property of Thomas Oussani.
A photograph postcard of Principal B. M. Sheppard of Dobbs Ferry High School in his office seated at a desk. Labeled, "Property of Thomas Oussani," and dated 19 April 1915.
A letter, written by J. W. Cooper of Shenandoah Public Schools, on April 18, 1916, certifying that Alice Darowish was a member of the 6th grade when she left Shenandoah.
A school record for Michael Habre created in June of 1916. It certifies that he was born on September 5, 1902. It lists Michael's residence as 9 Pine St. and the name of his parent as Fareeda (Haseeda) Habre. It also provides information about…
This school record for Fred Aoun shows his date of birth as August 10, 1901. The record was issued by the Massachusetts Department of Labor and Industries and was filled out by Anna Murphy, Principal at the Special School, on June 26, 1916.…
A school record for Effie Jawdy created on September 22, 1916. It lists her birthdate as April 22, 1902, and residence as 284 Chestnut St. The record is for her time at the Oliver School in Lawrence, MA, and is signed by the principal, Cornelius F.…
A school record for Effie Jawdy created on September 22, 1916. It lists her birthdate as April 22, 1902, and residence as 284 Chestnut St. The document lists Effie's parent as Solomon Jawdy and school as Cross Street School.
A school record for Jennie Abdullah [Abdulla], born on July 14, 1904. The record was issued by the Massachusetts Departmet of Labor and Industries and was filled out by Margaret S. Brown, an employee at the Cross Street School. Information about…
A school record for Nezira Abounader, born on May 8, 1904. The record was issued on June 7, 1918 by the Massachusetts Department of Labor and Industries and was filled out by a principal or teacher at Tarbox School. Information about Nezira rcorded…
A school record for James Dowaliby created on November 13, 1918. It states that he was born November 12, 1904. The record lists his residence as 53 White St., his parent as Ameen Dowaliby, and school as Tarbox School, and confirms his last grade…
A school record for Gabriel Joseph created on December 12, 1919. It indicates Joseph's birthdate as December 10, 1904, and residence as 201 Broadway St. It lists his father as Abraham Joseph. It provides information about his studies at the Lawrence…
A school record for M. J. Rizgalla created on January 17, 1919. It indicates that they were born October 15, 1904, and resided at 500 Common St. It lists information about their studies at Warren Street School in Lawrence, Massachusetts.
School record for Gabriel Joseph created on July 18, 1919. It indicates Joseph's birthdate as December 10, 1904, and residence as 201 Broadway St. It lists his father as Abraham Joseph. It provides information about his studies at the Oliver School…
A letter from Father Bassil who informs Father Tobia that he got new position in College Stanislas in Paris. Also he sends 1200 francs donations of 600 masses, and notifies Father Tobia that the alcohol/wine box arrived to Marseille, but customs…
A school record for James Kalil created on September 8, 1920, at the Oliver School in Lawrence, Massachusetts, and signed by S.B. Frost, a teacher there. It gives Kalil's date of birth as September 20, 1904, and residence as 68 Hampshire St. The…
A letter written by Mary E. Leary, Principal at the Amesbury Street School, on September 9, 1920. It certifies that Najeeb [likely James] Kalil was born on September 20, 1904, and enrolled in school on September 11, 1911.
A large bound photo book belonging to Margaret Oussani and containing images from her school years, of travels with her family to Europe and Africa, of family and friends, and from the beach.
